On a whim figured I'd give this place a chance for a brunch and boy am I glad I did. The food came out fairly quickly and not only did it taste great, but they gave you a good portion and the prices were cheap (compared to the bay). Being up in the mountains was a cool feeling having massive trees all around you with both indoor/outdoor seating available with outdoor shaded areas as well. You order up front, pick your table and they'll bring it out to you based on where you place your "buzzer" (cool system). While I HIGHLY recommend this place, just be aware that the drive up to it is very windy on narrow roads with plenty of blind corners so just take it easy on the mimosas while you're up there! read more

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This is a beautiful cabin spot with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and really good food. We got the Jalopy burger and the Chicken Avocado Panini (both around $16 range). The food is soooo good & fresh and the portions are massive. They also have pizzas, entrees, BBQ, and all other sort of items that sound awesome. Order at the tent, pick a table, and they hand you a buzzer which buzzes when your food is ready. The food is ready pretty quickly! read more

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We would've never found this place on our own, but another motorcycle is shared it with us, on our ride in Big Sur. We definitely weren't disappointed heading up to Alice's. The ride was amazing and once we got there, the food and drinks were on point. We sat out back and had a nice time enjoying the view. If you're in the area, I would advise taking a drive in your car, or motorcycle, you won't be disappointed. read more

Alice's Restaurant - The ride in. - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

The hamburgers are great and very juicy, with a large combination of additional toppings on offer (the barbecue is a little dry, though). The setting is lovely: one is dwarfed by towering groves of coastal redwood trees. It is impossible to get a seat here at peak times, and in fact even difficult to find a park, so popular and iconic is this place. But most of all, I want to say that the servers are wonderful people. There was one day I was road tripping along Skyline Ridge when I started feeling rather ill. We were just about to reach Alice's, so we parked the car and I had to get out, and the bench in front of Alice's was just the place I needed to lie down for an interval. They kindly brought me water and their good spirits and allowed me the space to recover, for which I'm very, very grateful. I hope Alice's stays around forever. read more

Alice's Restaurant - Burgers, chips, brisket - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

Stopped by on the way home from the hike. A decent amount of parking but it was a weekday so I'm sure weekends would be a different story. There's a gas station and restrooms nearby so it's perfect if you've been traveling around the area. You basically walk up and place your order and the menu is HUGE! Anything and everything that you could possibly want, the food was fresh, good quality and home-cooked. Plenty of seating, picnic tables all around the property. It was really enjoyable, extremely relaxing. Had a good time there. read more

Alice's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

On Alice how I've meaning to come visit you for so long! I had low expectations coming here as it is in the middle of the woods... how good of a place can this be??? Oh yes it can be SUPER good! This is definitely an iconic place to come and stop by after a nice drive. We got some childcare this AM and Of course the first place I wanted to try was Alice's!!! This is no place to dress up for, as it is in the middle of the woods. It is definitely a good idea to wear warm layers in the winter as it does get pretty chilly! The restaurant does have heaters outside which is convenient. But I was glad to have my hat, mittens and warm coat on! You enter the parking lot and you have entered a sea of beautiful vehicles!!! So honestly you get a nice show coming here and admiring all the beautiful sports cards: Porches, McLaren, Ferrari and even one Lamborghini! You enter the restaurant and you come across a tent with the menu on the side. You order there and then they give you a little clicker and you find a place to sit down in the restaurant. The people working there are super friendly and helpful- suggesting some popular dishes!! The food: I had low expectations from a place in the woods. However the food exceeded my expectations! I ordered the potato Benedict and it came with a delicious sauce and a salad. You can also choose to add sides and I added a sausage too. Everything tasted so fresh! My husband got their popular omelette dish and it was very filling! The rye bread they have is super tasty, I had to steal some from husband!! We also got coffee and we were asked often if we wanted a refill which was nice! So all in all this place totally exceeded my expectations. From the friendly service, to the delicious mouth watering food to the ambiance it is a great destination for breakfast or lunch!! Not to mention you get a free show of seeing a plethora of incredible looking cars enter the area while you eat. So I suggest eating outside in the patio to have that view! I did also see many families here too so I may even bring the kids here one day as well and do a separate review how it is with kids! Overall 5 I can't wait to come back here and try something else on the menu! read more

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This restaurant stands, without a doubt as one of my most favorite dining destinations in and around the Bay Area. Our first visit, approximately eight to nine years ago, instantly cemented its place in our hearts and it has since become the star of our favorite random and spontaneous weekend plans. ​Whether it's for a hearty breakfast, a brunch, a comforting lunch, an evening dinner, or just a simple, soul-warming coffee or hot chocolate, the experience is always perfect. ​The staff is consistently friendly and exceptionally cool, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The ambiance is truly second to none: a beautiful location infused with warm, cozy vibes that make every visit feel like coming home. I have an immense love for this place. read more

Alice's Restaurant - Potato Benedict - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

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I usually go to Alice's for breakfast- I happened to pass it and decided to do some take out dessert. I loved the evening ambiance- with heaters and lights. It had such a lot cabin feel - cool evening with heaters outside - gorgeous! The staff is always so friendly and helpful. The dinner menu looked quite interesting- I will have to come back again. My all time favorite place for sticky toffee - if you love sugary delight - hot dessert with ice cream on top, do stop by! You will not be disappointed:) read more

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Crazy busy parking lot. We ended up parking our car on the side of the road, a ways from the restaurant. The restaurant was very busy when we were there on a Saturday. Maybe a weekday would be a better time to visit. Wait in line to order your food, get a buzzer and find yourself a table. Service and food were both good, but it was a bit of a zoo on the day we were there. read more

Alice's Restaurant - You can get anything you want at Alice's Restaurant. - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

Great food, but even better service! Huge shoutout to Zac for taking such fantastic care of us tonight. He is fast, friendly, and super accommodating. Exceptional service makes all the difference, and Zac nailed it. read more

Alice's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

Having seen it on my way to hikes, I've long been curious about Alice's restaurant. And on my second attempt, we made it! The first time I was going to visit, my friend had called me from Alice's Restaurant's parking lot, letting me know that it's completely congested (inside the parking lot!!!), and suggested we meet elsewhere. On my second visit, while the parking lot was still quite full, we lucked out with another customer leaving, and parked right by the entrance to the restaurant. Pro-tip: folks at the restaurant let us know that there're plenty of parking spots nearby on Skyline. Food here is decent; it's your typical American fare, with pizzas, salads, burgers, etc. We especially enjoyed the pizza! The vibe is causal as others have said, where you walk up to the cashier, place you order, then head to a table of your choosing with your #, and the staff will bring you the food when ready. What makes Alice's Restaurant really special are the people, the charm and beauty of the restaurant and surrounding areas. Owners and brothers Jamie & Andy stopped by separately to say hello and chatted with us briefly; they made us feel welcome and at ease with the place. They both seem super down-to-earth and friendly! In addition to seating areas on the deck and inside the restaurant, there're lots of tables in the back of the restaurant, amongst the tall redwood trees. There's live music two nights per week too. I can see why so many people rave about this spot! While I probably won't make a trip specifically to come eat here, I'll definitely return when we hike in the many neighboring parks (e.g. Windy Hill, El Corte de Madera, etc.)! read more

Alice's Restaurant - Interior - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

This place is always crowded with lines extending all the way out. A great place for bikers and exotic car enthusiasts. The food itself was so- so. It requested Shandy but got a Pilsner. My friend ordered a veggie burrito and got it with meat read more

We went to Alice's for the first time over the weekend. I had higher hopes to be honest. We were surprised there wasn't really much of a line on a Saturday, but with the gloomy weather I guess people didn't wanna make the drive. I ordered a blt and a gluten free honey cake. The blt was pretty average. The honey cake was good. The host was really nice, but one of the servers was kinda sassy with us when we confirmed that the honey cake was gluten free. Not sure we would come back here as in our opinion, it wasn't really worth the hype... read more

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This was our first time visiting, and we were a little confused at first about how the whole process worked. When we arrived, there was a line of about 20 people outside, which we assumed was for seating but it turns out that's actually where you place your order before heading in to find a table. Luckily, the line moved fairly quickly, and they have large menus posted outside so you can browse and be ready to order by the time you reach the front. One thing I wasn't a big fan of was having to pay and tip upfront before knowing what the service would be like. They did have a cash tip jar as well, so I held off on tipping with my card and decided to leave a cash tip later based on our experience and I'm glad I did. Once we placed our order, we were pleasantly surprised to find that there was tons of seating available inside, out on the patio, and around plenty of picnic tables, even though it was a busy Saturday afternoon. We were handed a pager, and as soon as we sat down, it buzzed. I went up to the pickup area and found it was just our drinks, so I headed back to the table. About 10 minutes later, the pager went off again and I went back to grab our meals. I had a classic cheeseburger and chips. It was simple but really well done, the burger was juicy, and the bun was great. As we were eating, I noticed that while most people picked up their food like I did, some tables were getting food delivered to them. Not sure what the system is there, but it seemed a little inconsistent. That said, there were staff roaming around checking on guests and offering drink refills, which was a nice touch. Everyone we encountered was super friendly, working hard, and had great attitudes. It made me feel good about leaving a proper tip at the end. The setting was really charming, surrounded by woods and a small body of water. It had a relaxed, almost rustic vibe that made the whole experience feel unique and memorable. Definitely worth a visit, just go in knowing the setup is a little different! read more

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My friend and I stopped by yesterday afternoon after a 5-mile hike at the Open Space Preserve nearby. The location is convenient for hikers and bikers, but parking is a challenge. The lot is very small, and while there is some street parking, it was pretty packed. The menu has a wide range of options -- breakfast pizzas, burgers, salads, and more. My friend ordered a coffee and a breakfast burrito, and I ordered a root beer, herb fries, and a half-and-half gluten-free pizza (half wild mushrooms, half Italian combo). Ordering is done outside where they give you a beeper, then you find your own seating. Indoor seating is limited, but there is outdoor seating with heat lamps. We managed to sit inside at the bar area. Our food came out in a reasonable amount of time. Unfortunately, the food was a bit hit or miss. My fries were cold, and although I ordered herb fries, I was given garlic fries instead -- they weren't great. The gluten-free pizza was very small, and with the extra $3 charge for the gluten-free crust, it didn't feel worth the price. The flavor was just okay, nothing memorable. On the positive side, my friend's breakfast burrito was quite large -- she only ate half. The breakfast potatoes, however, were very small and looked a bit greasy. Overall, Alice's is fine for convenience and location, especially after a hike, but given the price and food quality, it's not somewhere I see us frequenting again. read more

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The service is friendly and efficient. You order your food upfront and get a buzzer that you place on your table. Someone brings you the food. The host and staff are very friendly. There's seating outside with heaters, and also inside with a dog-friendly area. The food was great. We ordered coffee, fish tacos, fish sandwich, and potato Benedict. The soup of the day was also delicious- veggie medley. Will definitely be coming back. read more

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This is a cool little spot out in the beautiful mountains amongst the trees. It's a gas station/restaurant catering to a lot of people out for a drive through the scenic Santa Cruz hills. The food is good. You order outside and they bring it to your table. Employees are great, and if the line is long they still work to get you through quickly. On my recent visit there were four of us and I was the only one with an issue...they made the wrong pizza so they had to re-make it, but they were quick to do so and it wasn't a big deal. The food was hot and the drinks were cold, just the way you want them. Come early, parking can be a nightmare, but it's such a cool place, you have to visit. read more

If there is one thing I'd recommend is the BMW BURGER! The ingredients taste so fresh and delicious and I always come back ordering the same thing. The hot chocolate is so comforting especially when it gets colder during the winter. Parking gets crowded on the weekends but as long as you circle around for a few minutes, there's always someone bound to leave. Highly recommend if you want to make a drive out here and I love that they're dog friendly. read more

Alice's Restaurant - banana bread french toast w/ a side of bacon, BMW burger - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

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Been coming here for years now. But now w/Charlie the Challenger, it's a great drive to come to Alice's, say hello to the bikers and auto enthusiasts, and to strangers that are visiting or just stopping in to grab a bite to eat. The experience here - never a dull moment. From the hostess, servers, just the entire staff in general are great. The food is delicious so there you go - come on in to experience Alice's. You'll love it here =D read more

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Expected so much more! This roadside restaurant is nestled within the redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains. There is an order station as soon you walk up the deck. They have an extensive menu to order breakfast, lunch or dinner with a good local beer menu. Plenty of seating on the deck and out in the back. It provides a great place to hang out and eat amongst nature. The service was helpful and fast. They brought out our food to the back area, despite giving us a buzzer to go pick up our food. Not sure why they hand those out if they aren't used. We ordered the Jalopy Burger. This was a good burger but there is a lot of bun. The bun was very dense. It comes with homemade chips that were overcooked and lack taste. We ordered the plain fries, that name is accurate. Again over cooked and no seasoning. Finally, we ordered the Pulled Pork sandwich based on the servers recommendation. The pork was extremely dry! We had to dump all the BBQ sauce on it to moistin it a bit. The same bun as the burger. Same overcooked chips. The cole slaw was good, not to much sauce. We did like the experience of sitting in the back yard area and eating, just wish the food was better. read more

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Alice's is tucked away and feels like you're deep in the forest once you're seated among the trees. They have a great variety in their menu included vegan and vegetarian options. The ambiance is the best part in my opinion, especially if you choose to sit outside. read more

Alice's Restaurant - Beet salad - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

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Came to Alice's Restaurant after a hike and it was really good. The breakfast burrito was really fresh, and went well with the side salsas and guacamole. Breakfast potatoes with some veggies were also good, but needed some more veggies. Great vibes, good food, and good service, but parking is an absolute mess. You may have to do a couple of laps to find something. read more

Alice's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

Great meal at Alice's! It was my first time eating here, having driven by multiple times. I got the chicken burger - love that it's organic! And the sour patch cocktail! My favourite was the sticky toffee pudding - so so good! Please get it. The only weird thing was my friend found a sticker that said "lime juice" or something like that in his cocktail. I understand that mistakes happen read more

Perfectly cooked steak, refreshing drinks, and a beautiful view. What more could you ask for! read more

Alice's Restaurant - Perfectly cooked steak, refreshing drinks, and a beautiful view. What more could you ask for? - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

Nestled in the redwoods like something out of a NorCal daydream, **Alice's Restaurant** is undeniably **adorable**. The rustic charm, the outdoor seating, the motorcycle-meets-country-diner energy--it's the kind of place that *feels* like a hidden gem, even if everyone and their cousin already knows about it. The menu? **Massive.** From burgers and Benedicts to vegan scrambles and tri-tip sandwiches, there's **something for literally everyone**--which makes it a solid choice for mixed company. But with that many options... comes **serious wait times**. And that's where the wheels start to come off a bit. We waited **forever** for our food--like, "Is this a slow food movement protest?" levels of slow. Great company helps, sure, but if you're hungry or on any kind of schedule, just know: you're in for the long haul. When the food finally did arrive, it was solid--not mind-blowing, but comforting and hearty, which is kind of the vibe here anyway. Would I come back? Sure, for the **ambiance and the ride up alone**. Just next time, I'm bringing snacks... for the wait. read more

The ambience is just incredible, with the lovely picnic style seating outside surrounded by tall evergreens, and overhead string lighting. Loved the live music on the friday evening we visited. The staff were cordial and welcoming. You order at the entrance counter and recieve a buzzer for when food is ready to be picked up at the same counter. I was very excited about the wagyu beef burger, it missed the flavor margin. The kale salad was yummy. Will come back again to try other food options read more

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Busy busy!! If there's more than one person in your party I advise one stay in line to order and one find a table. It's first come first serve for tables. We had nachos with chicken, California turkey melt and Brie and pear pizza. All were great!! The pizza was a stand out, we devoured it! Note the different menus on weekends vs weekdays and enjoy! read more

Came here on Sunday afternoon after a nearby hike at Wunderlich Park. There are some parking spots in front of the restaurant, but I took the last one at the time, so you might need to look for a spot. Lots of vintage sports cars and motorcycles, so be careful parking! When we first arrived, we were honestly pretty confused. There's a table out front where you have to order from, and since it does get pretty busy, there was a pretty long line to order. At first, we thought the line was for takeout orders only, but we soon realized it was for actual orders. We waited for about 15 minutes in the line. Be mindful that the weather can get cold, so bring some layers! They have heat lamps on the patios but not near the lines. I ordered Alice's omelette, while my friend ordered the Steak and eggs, as well as a Diet Coke (they don't have Coke Zero, much to her dismay. But she noted that the Diet Coke was some of the crispiest Diet Cokes she's had at a restaurant, much to her happiness!). After you order, you get a buzzer and can seat yourself while waiting for your food. We found seating indoors (very rustic cabin vibe) right away, and it was very warm inside. But you can sit outdoors and admire the trees and nature around you as well. It took around 10 minutes for our food to be ready, which we picked up at the window on the patio. The food came very warm, and we were so excited to dig in. My omelette was a great consistency, although I wasn't the biggest fan of the ingredients falling out while I was eating it (the egg was thinner on the bottom). However, I enjoyed the flavor combination, as well as the side of potatoes and biscuit. My friend noted her medium steak and sunny side up eggs were to die for! The steak was a large size and was juicy. The eggs were amazing as well, and it was her first time having eggs that weren't scrambled (crazy, I know!). It served to be a good egg selection, as she was to able to dip her steak, biscuit, and potatoes in the egg yolk. She did a happy dance as she ate :). Overall, despite the initial confusion, we were very glad to have eaten at Alice's. It was the perfect way to wrap up our outdoor hiking adventure. My friends had recommended the breakfast burrito and pancakes, which we would love to come back and try, along with the eggs benedict! read more

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Fun spot on Skyline - tricky to find parking given how busy everything is, so plan accordingly. Also popular spot for a motorcycle stop, so plenty of background noise. I ordered a Le Mans burger, which was cooked medium rare as I requested, and was quite tasty. The staff were also very friendly, and we were able to sit outside with our dog. Was the food amazing? No, but a fun outing and nice vibe overall! read more

Alice's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

The food and service here are pretty good. My husband enjoyed his burger and the chicken sandwich was pretty good. We didn't really like the garlic fries because they were oily and the raw garlic taste was too much. The outside seating area is so pretty though. read more

Alice's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

I have been coming to this place for the last 12 years, at least 10 times a year. The restaurant is set among tall trees with a beautiful backyard setting. The atmosphere is wonderful, but unfortunately the food continues to disappoint. The only two things that seem consistently safe to order here are the burgers and pizzas. Most of the other menu options are mediocre at best. The chef is clearly not familiar with proper marinating or slow-cooking techniques. Almost every meat or fish dish I have ordered over the years has either been extremely burnt and dried out or so undercooked that it did not feel safe to eat. There is a new manager who has been here for about a year, and he seems great. He appears to be doing his best considering the circumstances. However, whoever is responsible for hiring these chefs has failed badly. The rest of the staff changes constantly, and some employees can be quite rude. Today, one staff member -- I believe he was an assistant manager -- told me that only the first few pieces of the kebab were burnt and that "the rest were fine, so you could still eat it." Apparently, he saw nothing wrong with serving completely burnt food. He also told me that if I did not want to eat burnt kebab, I "better not come here." After being a loyal customer for more than 10 years, I have finally decided to stop coming here. The owners should seriously consider what they are doing wrong to fail such a beautiful place with so much potential. read more

The staff, food and location are excellent. The wagyu burger was super juicy, tasty and made me wish I could finish two of them. The weekend vibe up there is amazing, plenty of motorcycles and cars to admire. read more

We took the RV (and motorcyclea) up to Carmel/Monterey for the weekend and went for a ride up through Woodside, CA with a stop at Alice's Restaurant for lunch. The parking lot was crowded and it seemed like a long line to get in, but things moved quickly. I ordered the BLT with homemade chips while my buddy (Matt) ordered the Albacore Tuna Melt with homemade chips and a side of onion rings. Meal was very tasty and filling. Good choices for sure. Service was on point, friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely going back the next time we are in the area. read more

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Alice's is one of those places that doesn't matter the time of day, or the day, you can expect a beautiful view and welcoming feeling. I'm a big fan of their outdoor seating since you are able to get a bit of nature and enjoy the lake right in front. Their burgers are phenomenal! I have gotten the BMW and would highly recommend. My last outing here was for my birthday and they even offered a complimentary dessert. Great folk, great spot, great food. read more

Alice's Restaurant - Carrot Cake - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

I've lived in the Bay Area a very long time and have always wanted to try this place. We finally got around to trying it out for lunch. It is a nice drive up here. When we arrived the parking lot was very full, but we were still able to get a parking space. You stand in line to order and then seat yourself at an available table. After I ordered a gluten free pizza, we self-seated to wait for our food on the outdoor deck. As beautiful as the surroundings are, it is extremely noisy here. Motorcycle engines in the parking lot are very loud. A server brought my pizza but without the pineapple, so they took it back and threw on some cold pineapple. Unfortuantely it isn't the same when you cook it on the pizza. The gluten free crust was okay, not the worst I have had, but certainly not the best. It was nice to finally try this place out. read more

Go for the food, stay for the vibe. Great service. Super friendly. Solid meals. Lots of friendly locals. read more

Alice's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Woodside, California

Christmas Eve lunch was definitely less busy than expected. Sat outside on the front porch under the heaters (which were more than adequate). Another Redneck Benedict and Irish Coffee, excellent and filling. Can't wait to return! read more

I used to use Alice's simply as a destination for a motorcycle ride. Now I go just for the food... with or without the motorcycle. Excellent every time! read more

Food and service and ambience was 10 out of 10. Short rib burger was so good. Pizza for the kids was executed.

Drove by this place so many times heading to fishing trips on Highway 84 that I lost count! I've been here twice since, in the last two months. Every time it has not disappointed. The first go-around I got the chicken pesto sandwich which was incredibly delicious with tender and well-roasted chicken. The second go-around I picked up their steak sandwich which was ordered to medium doneness and came with some crispy onion rings as well. I've tried their mud pie as well as a number of the non alcoholic drinks and really liked all of those too! I really can't complain about anything here -- my recommendation would be to go outside to the back picnic area and take in the surrounding forest views while enjoying your meal. One could also admire some of the exotic vehicles parked outside as this place is frequented by exotic car and motorcycle enthusiasts. Seating is never a problem and service is super quick and efficient -- you get a buzzer and they let you know via buzzer when to pick up your order. I plan on making this a regular part of my routine whenever I pass by on 84! read more

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