We were walking walking around in downtown Livermore and found Verace on Yelp. Located on S K…read moreStreet at 1st Street, it's right in the middle of downtown. When you walk in the first thing you'll notice is how open, bright, and clean this cafe is along with a friendly "ciao, welcome" from the owner. There were so many delicious gelato flavors to choose from but I ultimately went with the Amarena cherry flavor. It was so good and had the same sticky consistency of gelato I had in Italy. Turns out the owner is from Napoli, Italia! Many of the ingredients are from Italy. Their biscotti and lemon flavored were also great. I'll get those next time. In addition to coffee and espressos, they also offer Italian wines and beer. Can't wait to visit again!

Such a cute lovely little gelato spot, clean and welcoming…read more The double scoop in a cup was great, tried a super chocolate flavor (give me all the chocolate!!) and the "Versace" mix of pistachio and berry. Service was kind and quick Love that they put little cones on top of your cup so you can make BABY cones!

The very best Kouign-amann I have ever had, family friendly space, excellent service , and of…read morecourse location.... I simply cannot stay away. We have also indulged in delicious cakes and eclairs for very special occasions. Order online and pick up your favorites. Check new hours....but GO!

Wow was this an off day?…read more My pastery which sounded amazing; was anything but. Got their mango sticky rice pastry and a latte and wow, both were horrible. Let's get to the dry, stale tasting pastry. The sticky rice was hard as a rock, the mango was sour, and the crossaint tasted like it had been sitting to dry forever. Not flaky, not tasty. The latte can not be adjusted to accommodate nonfat milk. Only like soy or almond or whole milk. Fine, but the latte is tell tasted like cheap hotel quality coffee. This was pricey, and I do want to support local businesses, but this was such a fail that I really wanted to give it less than 2 stars.

I remember how excited I was when i first heard of its opening. I got excited that there was going…read moreto be a dedicated Panaderia. My first visit was a couple of weeks after grand opening. And i have visited at least four time. All during night time. The place is always very quiet and mute, service is dismissible. The employees that I have interacted with never smile. Which is a shame, most panaderias, per say, in San Jose, are usually very positive experiences. Not here. It's like they don't want to be there. Or maybe they're just too tired, nobody likes night shifts in food service. I get it. The pricing for this pan dulce is a tad bit more pricey than most places Ive visited. Even then, I wont take away that it is good quality. I've probably had at least 1/2 their types of pan they offer. Which why I have not stopped dropping by here and there, also, my son loves the dulce cuernitos.

They are located in the same Livermore shopping center as Target. Closer to Big 5, Tmobile and the…read moregas station. Kind of tucked away. Lots of parking here. Tried some of their pastries. Got 3 donuts, a pound cake, a pineapple cake, and a giant palmier. All good with coffee. They also have savory items but I didn't try those this visit. A local bakery small business. I don't think this location has been here that long. I think they have a spot in Hayward and this is their 2nd location.

Took the the advice of the Yelp community after a long flight. I didn't even longer drive through…read moretraffic. I grabbed a table outside on the sidewalk. The staff was very accommodating and providing a heater since it was just a little Chilly. Our server was very quick and accommodating made great recommendations. My hubby had the crispy chicken sandwich and I did the grilled cheese and tomato soup. Both were exceptional. I enjoyed my grilled cheese sandwich and soup, but I will admit I kept asking for a bite of my husband's chicken sandwich because it was so good. We also had the deviled eggs, which I highly recommend.

Came as a group for a birthday celebration and was able to try a bunch of things! The restaurant…read morehas ample parking in a lot and the place is not small but feels cozy and intimate. The ambiance is cute with a small closed off glass area of wine and two seater table inside! Our waitress Dominique was amazing. She was able to give great recommendations for wines and food. She also made us feel taken cared of and was friendly/warm. The food is a mix of mexican/euro/american so there were a lot of different options. Here are the things we got: Appetizers - Parm crusted cauliflower: so good, nice and crunchy but not too heavily breaded. The chipotle mayo was delish - Chicharrones: so light and crispy! They were hot out of the fryer. It had a side of a corn cheese dip that was so good and made it more unique of a dish -- must try if you even kind of eat chicharrones. I don't generally like pork skin but I enjoyed it regardless. - Hamachi ceviche: this is a large sharing portion with chunks of hamachi and avocado. Good but not a must have. Entrees - Enchiladas: very cheesy and overall a good dish but I would skip this. - Shrimp tostadas: large size shrimp and it just comes with two tostadas so I don't think it was worth the price - Barramundi fillet: The fish was tender and juicy. I liked the marinades that came with it. I liked this dish with the rice because it made me feel homey. Good portion of fish. - Agua Chile Ribeye: This is a must have! The ribeye is sous vide so it was soo tender and juicy. The broth was really nice to keep everything moist and flavorful. Because we were celebrating a birthday, Dominique made a dessert with a nice special touch. Will definitely be back again!

My birthday is in 3 days so I wanted to try the tiramisu to see if I wanted it as my birthday cake…read more Service was excellent, ambiance was adorable and comfy I definitely do!! It's absolutely so delicious, this is some of the best tiramisu I've ever had, and I'm extremely picky about my tiramisu Will be coming back for the large size for my bday.

Got a coffee and a pastry! Coffee was good and strong but unfortunately I had an allergic reaction…read morefrom the pastry, even though the ingredients were labeled - potentially cross contamination. Inside there's decent amount of seating and also a wide variety of pastries, teas, coffee blends, etc.

Five stars isn't enough…read more One of the things I love most about traveling is discovering places I probably never would have found on my own. Range Life was one of those discoveries, and it turned out to be one of the best dining experiences I've had in years. I started with the Halibut Crudo, followed by the Sonoma Coast Ling Cod, and finished with the Milk & Honey dessert. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. The Halibut Crudo was fresh, delicate, and perfectly balanced. The Ling Cod was cooked flawlessly and paired with ingredients that complemented rather than competed with the fish. Then came the Milk & Honey dessert. Without question, it was the best dessert I've ever had. And that's saying something because I've enjoyed some incredible desserts over the years. The textures, flavors, and creativity came together in a way that was unforgettable. It wasn't just dessert--it was an experience. I don't particularly enjoy dining alone, but the food was so exceptional that it didn't matter. From the first course to the last spoonful, every dish had its own personality. The restaurant was lively and energetic, the service was attentive, and the entire experience felt intentional from start to finish. Some meals fill your stomach. Others create a memory. This one did both. I'll absolutely be back.

Range Life is easily the best restaurant in the Tri-Valley area and most likely the best east of…read morethe Oakland Hills. Which still doesn't feel like it says much, but what else can I say? Last night I went there for the 5th time. I've been there on dates and with big groups. Most of the time it has been amazing. This last meal, however, was flawless, and it inspired me to share today. First off, we did not have reservations on a Saturday night, and they were still able to get us 2 seats at the bar in 45 minutes, which was a relief. I was open to going to other downtown Livermore highlights such as Bourbon Pear or Il Campo, but was hoping on a whim we could get a seat at Range Life (which would typically require a reservation), since my date had not been there before. Once we got our seats, we were met with amazing service. At the moment I am not drinking, so I was wondering what kind of mocktails or non-alcoholic beers they had. Beforehand I was also wondering if they had a non-alcoholic aperitivo, since I know they have a lot of amaros and bitters. To my surprise, they did, so I had a non-alcoholic spritz, which was amazing. From there, we were only looking to get the highlighted entrées -- a black cod and a flat iron steak -- but we were also talked into getting one of their tartare/crudo options. We decided to go with the Amberjack crudo, which was absolutely amazing. It had mustard greens, fig leaf oil, and fresh early-season cherries, each ingredient something you were able to truly appreciate. The fig leaf oil, the fish, and the cherries were stunning, with the mustard greens providing a nice balance. From there we shared both the black cod and the grass fed flat iron steak. The flat iron steak was perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful (despite being grassfed) that came with an amazing herb butter, mashed potatoes, and a porcini mushroom sauce that was absolutely to die for. The black cod was cooked to perfection as well -- tender, flaky, reminiscent of the butterfish I always have in Waikiki at Roy's. Accompanied by Iocopi English peas, bok choy, and turnips with dashi butter. The peas were, for what it's worth, probably the best peas I've ever had, and the vegetables were perfection. Light but amazing. The combination of both entrées was outstanding. Lastly, we had the famous Milk and Honey -- burnt honeycomb, olive oil, and malted milk ice cream. I've had it about 4 times now, and yet it was still surprisingly mind-blowing. I know something is truly amazing when I have to close my eyes and imagine the flavors bursting like a scene from the movie Ratatouille. I had to close my eyes to truly appreciate the crispy, sweet but slightly savory honeycomb, the fresh ice cream, and the olive oil for balance. The meal was absolutely flawless, and with the aperitivo, the Topo Chico, both entrées, and dessert, it came to $150 before tip. Honestly, it's a steal. I spent $300 at LB last weekend for a birthday dinner -- granted, I did get some A5 wagyu, an $80 14-ounce ribeye, a bunch of sides, and a couple of non-alcoholic drinks, which was amazing, but hardly a fair comparison. And if you go to the city or Oakland, you can easily spend $300-$500 on a meal, more if they have a Michelin star or two (or three). But for the quality you get, Range Life is an amazing deal. The fact that you can get this quality in Livermore is both convenient and remarkable.

New favorite shaved ice in the bay! My biggest pet peeve is when shaved ice relies on ice cream and…read moreminimal fruit but you won't get that here. There was fresh mango in every bite, simply delicious and not too sweet in an artificial way. Decor and ambiance is very mom-and-pop small shop which we loved. Service was prompt and very nice too. Already craving it and wanting to come back!

This place is so good for a shop so hidden away!…read more I came during my lunch break and luckily it's right around the corner. The shop was quiet and empty but there was a lady working in the back. Once I decided on my order, I rang the little bell in the counter and she came right out. You have the try the strawberry matcha with boba!! I'm not sure what exact kind of boba she used but it's SO good, it almost tastes like brown sugar boba instead of plain cassava boba. I will be coming back to try more of their menu, I have my eye on the panna cotta! :)

Lovely people, lovely service and good food. The ambiance is amazing and their wine selection is…read moregreat.

Small but cozy wine bar. They share the space with a Slanging Dough Pizza which is VERY convenient…read moreand DELISH! Staff are all nice and super friendly. Only critique is that I wished they had a better wine selection or offered ciders - so many Livermore wineries close by.... I would probably hang out there more if the wines were better. ATTENTION: something to keep in mind.... there is a brewery next door that refuses to share patio space with the wine bar, so check with the wine bar to see where they divide the line. Would I go back? Yes....because I like the place, they have ok wine, and the staff are so nice.

I am so excited that this place exists, and so embarrassed that I didn't know about it sooner…read more Rosetta coffee is a great place, but four nights a week, it turns into a themed full bar. The Wife and I have been there for a couple of Flapper Fridays, which is speakeasy night. Some drinks of that ilk can be too sweet for me, since the original speakeasies were using fruit juice or whatever to mask the awful booze they had available. But you can also order off menu. The first time we went, I ordered a carrot cake that was fantastic. The second time, we ordered bites, including a pizza flatbread, golden potatoes with different accompaniments, and of course another cheesecake. The Wife was able to order cocktails and beautifully served tea! Service was excellent, as they were very accommodating, and could recommend items easily based on our discussion. Can't wait to go back for Sinatra Saturday!

We visited this coffee shop last night and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience. We…read morestood at the counter for at least 5 mins, just standing without being acknowledged. There appeared to be staff members on break nearby; they looked up and told us someone would be with us shortly, but no one ever came. After waiting close to 10 minutes with no service, our party of4 walked out, along with two customers who arrived after us. Being ignored when you walk in the door makes the place feel very unwelcoming, and it was disappointing to see multiple customers leave because of it. Too bad, we were excited to try this spot. Date of visit 12/12 Time: Around 10:30pm

I came here around 2 AM, pretty good donuts and service. Also fast. There were 2 people working…read more Downsides are cash only, and the old man is hard of hearing. I had to basically yell, which i'm not really comfortable with (raising my voice in general) but I guess it was worth it! However, he is very nice and the prices are fair. The donuts are good too. $20 for 13 glazed donuts and a bottle of milk!

Always walked by this place, finally decided to pop in! There were a good amount of people inside…read morethe shop mid Saturday afternoon but the line moved quickly. $5.40 for a dozen donut holes and a chocolate donut bar. Delicious old fashioned donuts in downtown. What a livermore staple! Cash only so don't forget to bring cash! Love that it is 24 hours.