This place is awesome! Great service, great ambiance!…read moreDefinitely coming back here soon. Rockaway Japanese cuisine down the street!

I was pleasantly surprised by how good this place was! I didn't think there was a lot of Asian food…read morein Pacifica so I thought it would just be ok but it was tasty! I would come back. I generally liked everything we ate. Soup dumpling skin was a little thick but the inside was really filled and juicy! Green beans weren't bad but a little salty. But my friend and husband really liked this dish. I liked the Dan Dan noodles. They were simple and clean. You mix everything together and I thought the flavor was nice and not too strong! The pan fried buns were also good. Not as good as Dough Zone but still pretty tasty. Overall I was happy and would come back!

This is an absolute awesome spot if you are looking to celebrate a special occasion and you…read moreappreciate Asian cuisine that is meticulously prepared in a very unique style. We prebooked the set menu. Boy was it a dining experience! From start to finish, every single dish was so deliciously curated. The waitstaff was also extremely friendly and did such a great job explaining all the intricacies of each dish. By the end of our meal, our tummies were full and the entire journey from appetizer to dessert was so satisfying. 808 Zone is truly a place that we will plan to revisit for our next special occasion.

I think it's more of a 3.5 overall score. There's so much…read morepotential but it lacks precision, execution and attention to detail. The ambiance is a bit similar to a fast casual restaurant than that of a high end course meal and the service aligns with that. Bathrooms are in a bit of a sorry state and chairs are peeling at the edges. Service is a bit clumsy and rushed. No one asks for any food restrictions before the meal and it isn't asked when reservations are being made, so you'll have to actively speak up if you need this addressed. Dishes are only fully explained at the bar, if you sit at the standard tables you'll get a very basic dish explanation. The food is mostly Chinese Japanese fusion and some dishes knock it out of the park, like the chawanmushi which is fused with flavors of Chinese egg drop soup. Some really drop the ball, like the scallion noodles which were soggy and overly greasy, the oil was not properly infused with the green onion and so you just got mushy soggy plain oil flavored noodles. The course lacked consistency. Some dishes were incredible, some average, and some downright bad. There's a lack of consistency in the prep also, there were crab shells in the orange crab dish, there was a bad bitter uni in one of the chawanmushi, etc. I think the ambiance, service, and course doesn't add up to the $150 price tag. There's definitely potential but the lack of effort does affect the overall experience.

Peaceful, welcoming ambience with seriously good food. They…read morehave a variety of dishes that showcase the cuisine of Nepal. The owner/manager is happy to explain the dishes and make recommendations. We got a lamb kebab called lamb choila served with salad and rice. We also got the daal tarkari with chicken curry, a plate of rice, daal, vegetable and chicken curry. All the dishes were flavorful and felt like home. The portions are good sized and we had leftovers to take back home. We will look forward to returning and trying out their other dishes!

RECOMMEND RECOMMEND RECOMMEND…read more Omg. First of all, amazing and friendly staff! We were seated as soon as we got into the restaurant which was nice because I was worried that we would have to make reservations. I was so overwhelmed with the menu but the server recommended the momos as an appetizer. We ordered lamb momos and wow, they were delicious! I'm picky with my lamb but this was hitting the spot and I would definitely go back for it! They're big in size and come with 6 pieces. We ordered the tandoori chicken and vindaloo chicken. Both were delicious. We devoured our plates and also had garlic naan. I truly enjoyed this location and would come back plentiful! If the empty plate doesn't say anything then idk what does..

Was a little hesitant about going here because I've been to so many restaurants that do that…read moreinstagram interior and then inflate their prices with poor execution on the food itself. Luckily, I feel like the flavors, service, and experience was really positive. We ordered a few noodle dishes, fried rice, and a curry. All of it was great and would order again. Thanks!

Service was good. Associates were welcoming, attentive, and friendly…read more Ambiance was nice, well decorated with vintage florals and chandeliers. Clean and well maintained. Food was good, see pictures attached. Flavors and qualify excellent. A little more bland than my usual Vietnamese experience. I had to ask for salt which was not offered or readily available. Overall great place and I would highly recommend this place. Unfortunately I am taking away one star due to the below mentioned. They offered wine, my friend wanted another glass and they had run out. The flavors of the garlic prawns were good, however I did not know the heads of the prawns were going to be on as well as half of the shell on the body. Deep fried "great" but made it a task to take off while having a nice conversation.

Such a warm, inviting and peaceful place. Employees are friendly and helpful, and the food is…read moreinsane. You can tell they put a lot of love and care into their food. Chicken pho is so flavorful and broth is AMAZING! Spring rolls are also a must try. Plenty of indoor seating and there's one bathroom that you need a key for. Great experience and good vibes all around would come back 10/10 when I'm in Half Moon Bay area. :)

Service was good, very kind and helpful. Ambiance= converted froyo shop with no renovation…read more We ordered lemon pepper wings, pork/cabbage dumplings, beef pho brisket and meatball, and garlic noodles. The dumplings were good, juicy and fresh. All other dishes did not seem fresh or flavorful. Garlic noods were mushy made with what seemed to be jarred garlic. Lemon pepper chicken had dry lemon seasoning sprinkled on top (too tart), and were very dry. Pho broth was thick like sweet n sour, noodles were overcooked. Chili oil at the table was dark brown and smelled bad. Signs say Coastside News Readers Choice 2025 Winner for Best Vietnamese Restaurant Half Moon Bay & Beyond thank you're welcome you good boy good boy hi my love you good boy where's your sit sit sit...but important to qualify it's probably the only Vietnamese restaurant for miles. Perhaps they're more known for their bahn mi sandwiches, which I did not try. At any rate, can I get my $70 back? Subways calling me nextdoor.

Honestly I was not sure what to expect based on good reviews because with Chinese restaurants…read moreespecially it seems like there is an unreliable narrator issue. We sat down in this homey restaurant that felt like we'd been transported back in time to 1997 or so which I liked for a change. Nestled in an unassuming strip mall by some martial arts studio and a few other restaurants and stores. We ordered way too much food and the plates were huge. Highlights were the fried shredded pork with jalapenos, hot and sour soup, and orange chicken though everything was great. Best hot and sour soup I've ever had, great spice level and depth of flavor. The fried shredded pork was seasoned perfectly and went great with everything. We also had bbq pork chow mein and I was pleasantly surprised by the bbq pork being obviously house made fresh and not dried out bright red 40 like most places. Service and value were both great with a huge amount of leftovers and very accomadating but not suffocating service. We had about 7 dishes and it was about a hundred. Probably my second favorite chinese restaurant I've ever been to in my life.

Quick update -- still loving this wonderful place after all these years which, imho, is the best…read moreChinese restaurant in Pacifica. Besides the items I mentioned in earlier reviews, want to shout out the excellent Hot & Sour Soup, full of so many different delicious ingredients, it has become one of my favorite H&S soups of all time. I also love their Black Bean Sauce, with any protein you choose (although I love it with chicken breast) -- it is truly delicious. String Bean Chicken is another favorite. The chefs are two brothers, and the terrific Ricardo, at the front, is one of the chef's sons. They are a wonderful family. If you've bypassed this place but never stopped in, or if you're from the North Pacifica or Montara, Moss Beach or El Granada, it is definitely worth the trip -- it'll become one of your favorite (if not THE favorite) Chinese restaurant on the coast.

Incredible Thai food with wonderful service in a cute space. It was a great experience end to end…read more Walked in with a party of 6 an hour before close, and the staff was kind enough to accommodate us at the bar and ensure we got orders in before kitchen close. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their food. We all noted that it was truly the perfect dinner portion where you leave full but not stuffed. The price is extremely reasonable for SF as well, so that combo of right size and right price really tickles my fancy. Cambodian Beef Skewer ($12): Bomb. Like, really wonderful. Tender, charred, salty, a bit sweet, and umami. This is one of their specialties, and I see why! It is absolutely one of the best skewers I've ever had. Pumpkin Curry w/ Chicken ($18) + White Rice ($3): So delicious. Silky-smooth curry loaded with all the mix-ins. If you like curry, just get it. I took a bite of my brother's Loc Lac ($15): also great. There was a broth + egg noodle-based dish that I can't remember the name of that was also super good. On the side, we ordered some Roti ($3 ea), and those were flaky and crispy. Finally, dessert was also fantastic. I LOVE to see a restaurant kill the mains and also bring out wonderful desserts. - Mango Sticky Rice ($8): Truly so good. I loved the sesame seeds on the mango to add some crunchy nuttiness to an otherwise smooth dish. They executed very well. - Fried Banana with Honey ($8): Could pop like 10 of these. I say order. - Roti w/ Ice Cream (between $8 - 12): fun, yummy. Probably my least favorite dessert, but still good. Amazing work, Megan's Table!!! If you are in the area, don't miss it :)

Cozy spot for Thai/Cambodian food with a few tables and bar seating available. The menu is limited…read morebut with solid choices and classic options, including pad thai and pad see ew. We opted to try the cambodian beef skewers, khmer salad and mee ka tang. At the time we went, the phnom penh noodles that was shown in some menu images was removed as an option. The beef skewers were tender with balanced flavors of the aromatics, including lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. The khmer salad reminded me of papaya salad but with different greens. The salad had just the right amount of dressing--it was flavorful without being overpowering or drenched in sauce. The mee ka tang had wok-charred noodles topped with a mild, lightly seasoned gravy and a generous portion of protein. The prices are reasonable. Food comes out quickly and the staff is very sweet. Overall a great spot for Thai food.

Met up with some old colleagues here the other day for dinner and the food was was amazing as…read moreusual! I'm glad we made reservations as the restaurant was quite packed on a Monday evening. Because they are located at the beginning of downtown, there is usually plenty of parking on the adjacent streets and also a parking garage directly behind the restaurant at the Webster/Cowper Garage. The restaurant is well-lit, clean, and inviting. The tables are well-spaced from each other. For the appetizer we started with their salt and pepper calamari. This was excellent and was was served with a cilantro lime dipping sauce. Since a few of them have never dined at Tamarine or it's been years, I recommended one of my favorite dishes to share, the Empress Rice. The garlic and ginger sticky rice topped with a sunny-side up egg and drizzled with sweet soy sauce is a must. They break the egg and mix it in table-side. We also ordered their garlic noodles which was also great. Traditionally other restaurants use lo mein noodles or thin spaghetti, but they use egg noodles here. You can taste that wok-tossed garlic, butter, and parmesan cheese flavor in the noodles. I think there was a hint of black pepper too. For the mains, the shaking beef is always a hit. The filet mignon beef cubes are so tender and cooked a perfect medium rare. It's served with a side of arugula salad. It was our first time trying their lemon grass sea bass and we all loved it. Since this was pan roasted there was this flavorful lemongrass and garlic crust on the fish! The service here is consistently friendly and attentive. Our waters were constantly refilled and empty dishes removed promptly. Even though there are many new restaurants in downtown Palo Alto, year after year, I keep coming back to Tamarine and have been for the last decade+!

Tamarine was pretty good, but honestly not amazing…read more For starters, we got the calamari, peach and burrata salad, and chicken wontons. For entrees, we had the red chicken curry and branzino ca nuong with pan-fried eggplant, jasmine rice, and coconut rice. For dessert, we tried the black sesame cheesecake, mango coconut tapioca, and banana beignets. They put a happy birthday sign on the cheesecake, which was cute, but just a heads-up, the birthday dessert was not free. The food was good overall, but nothing really stood out to me. Also, as someone who eats Vietnamese food quite often, I did not feel like any of the food was actually Vietnamese. The branzino came with nuoc cham, but that was pretty much it. Most of the menu felt more generally Asian-inspired than Vietnamese, which was disappointing. The service was just okay. The servers were nice, but not super friendly, and the whole interaction felt a little awkward. I also felt rushed throughout dinner because they kept asking if they could take our plates, even though we were clearly still eating and there was still food left. The restaurant definitely has a classy vibe, but to me it felt more like awkward classy. Overall, the food was decent, but between the service and the lack of Vietnamese flavors, I probably would not rush back.