Valley View Casino is one of my favorite casinos in the area. Their buffet is easily one of the…read morebest in San Diego, especially the all-you-can-eat lobster nights, which are a big highlight. The atmosphere is lively and they even have live bands on some days, which adds to the experience. Service can be a bit slower during busy times, but overall it's still a fun place to visit. Helpful tip: you do need to be a card member to access the buffet, so it's a good idea to call ahead to confirm details before heading over.

The "buffet" is very hit or miss depending on the day and time you go, and if you get a great…read moreserver. And I put buffet in quotations because it's not actually a standard buffet, but more of a sit down "all you can eat". You need to be at blue card level (2nd tier level) to gain access to the buffet but they sometimes will let new people or red cards enter if they aren't busy. There's also a mandatory $8 (recently raised from $7) tip per person that's dining. If you're not black card (highest tier) you usually have to wait 1-2 hours before even being called to get in line. Then you have to wait in line 20-45 additional minutes before being seated. Black cards get to skip the initial wait and go directly into the line to wait to be seated. Once you're seated you get to choose a soup, salad, or both and then wait for them to bring you the food. Then you have to wait again for your server or try to flag one down to place another round of orders. On average my family has noticed people usually only do the appetizer round, one or two main rounds, and dessert because of the long service times. My family averages around 4-5 main rounds so we sit there for 3-4 hours sometimes with the majority of that time just waiting. The service is the main reason I say this place is hit or miss. If you get a nice and attentive server then everything goes great, but some of the servers are very noticeably there to just do the minimum amount for the job and that's it. Some servers will listen to your orders and actually tell you what additional options there are (like for the lobster tails we didn't even know until months later that we could get it with garlic butter or different sauces on top of it), and some even go and get the food to bring directly to you if they notice you've been waiting too long. Others.. will look around and barely hear what you're ordering and get the whole plate wrong or forget items for your order, resulting in you only getting 2 or 3 of what you asked for instead of the whole 4 that you're supposed to get. Or sometimes the opposite happens where they bring 2-3 of the same item on one plate and none of the other items that you ordered. It's already bad enough that most of the time, the servers only come to your table every 30-45 minutes so you're waiting an incredibly long time just to get one plate of food. The best times to go are definitely the weekdays very early right when they open (if you're not a black card) and the worst times are Fridays and weekends. They also have a recommendation to not have groups larger than 4 because they either split you up or you have to wait an extremely long time for a table to accommodate your group (because they only have 2 tables for large parties). They honestly should just turn the cafe dining room into an additional dining area for the buffet since that space goes wasted after they close and the cafe is literally right on the other side of the wall of the buffet. We've been coming here every other Friday for the drawings for almost 2 years now and the service is so inconsistent but the food is great! There has only been one time I was served a rancid lobster tail and almost threw up in the dining area. The menu changed last month and we tried the new tenderloin, it was absolutely perfect. But then a few weeks ago we tried it again and it was served well done even though we all asked for medium rare (and that's the last time we ever ordered the tenderloin because of that). One problem that happened the other day though was that the people doing the seating weren't seating any of the black card line. There were 8 tickets lined up and only 4 for the other line, but they kept seating the other side and kept putting up a new ticket. The group in front of us had 2 disabled people waiting for 30 minutes (and one of them was missing a leg). I felt so bad for that guy. The explanation was that "we have to follow the timestamp on the tickets to seat people fairly" but hello??? We're not blind. No one was being seated in the black card line for 30 minutes, even small groups of 2 that were in front of us started complaining. I don't understand the "timestamp" bs because we can actively see people getting in the other line, paying waaaay after the 3 groups ahead of us AND us, and still get seated before us. A group of 5 that paid after us in the general line got seated before any of the 3 groups ahead of us. It was just ridiculous but was a one off bad experience compared to the hundred we've had but thought I'd mention it. We still love coming to eat here because the food is great and consistent and almost all of us are black card members so we get food vouchers, but the service definitely needs some improvement or at least consistency equal to the food quality.

Finding a reasonably priced seafood restaurant is hard to come by. When you find one, the quality…read moremay be questionable based on the price. California Fish Grill is a solid choice when it comes to affordability and high quality. Was invited to a Yelp event previously and hadn't been back. Julie and I were in the neighborhood and were struggling to find a quality quick meal. We happened across a coupon for a free taco at California Fish Grill. Sadly the coupon had expired. The team quickly found a way to offer us something substantial instead. A current offer allows guests to download their app and receive a free Everything Protein Bowl. Such a great deal! Order at the counter or via the kiosk, have a seat and your order is brought out to you. Extremely easy and delicious. Along with the Everything Protein Bowl, Julie ordered the Grilled Salmon Salad. The bowl had a variety of seafood including Cajun shrimp, salmon, swai and grilled chicken served on a bed of white rice, beans, diced tomatoes and a chili mix. Great flavor and variety. The salmon was cooked perfectly and served with a lime vinaigrette. Seating is easy and the team clears dishes after you're done. They offer some "healthy sodas" along with some creative juices. Will definitely be back! Keep on Yelp'n!

Great food, perfect for Lent! I had the branzino and added…read morethe roasted corn, it was solid and plenty of rice )perfect for my Filipino heart). I would have liked a stronger sauce or seasoning personally. Fish and chips, lobster roll, fish taco were all good. I could have used some salsa on my taco but I did take out so not sure if that's an option in store. Overall a solid option with lots of different fish options

Not sure why this place only has 3 1/2 stars I liked it…read more Decor was nice and inviting with moody lighting and lots of windows. A lot of outdoor seating. Friendly and fast service. I ordered battered fish tacos they were so good and big pieces of fish. Also ordered the fried calamari. Drinks were tasty n fresh I have no complaints I will be a repeat customer for sure

I came here recently for dinner to celebrate valentines day. This location has plenty of parking,…read morealthough it does get packed because there's a grocery store, gas station, gym and other small businesses in the plaza. We were seated pretty promptly, and someone came over to bring us water fairly quickly. I noticed they don't change their menu very often, as it seems to be mostly the same as the last few times I've gone, and I don't go often. It might be nice for them to add some new items or mix it up a bit. I ordered the shrimp and grits, and a wedge salad. We were splitting the wedge salad so it was nice that the server separated it for us on two different plates. I love a good much salad, and this really hit the spot, and I enjoyed it. I don't think it had any onions which I do sometimes like, but it didn't really matter much to me in this instance. Unfortunately, I wish I could say I liked the shrimp and grits as much as the wedge salad, but it was not good at all. It comes out on a rectangular shaped plate, and the portion is extremely small. That might have been something I could overlook if the dish itself had been good. However, the Grits were not creamy at all and were overly firm and just had a bland flavor. It didn't seem to have much of a sauce in them, and I just couldn't eat it. The sausage they you didn't taste very good to me, and was chopped up in little bits. The shrimp I will say was pretty good, but they were only four or five of them. I ate the shrimp left the grits and tried to fill up on the bread they wrote to the table instead. I really wish I would have gotten something different, as I felt this was a waste of money. I'm not sure there's really much of a reason to go back considering the dinner menu doesn't have anything new, and my dish was disappointing. If I did decide to go back I would definitely have to order something different. I'm giving three stars as my husband really liked the bacon wrapped shrimp he had, and we both enjoyed the salad and bread.

Fantastic service today by Mel, Tim, and staff! Made my BFFs bday a memorable one!…read more The food and drink were delicious as well! The bread and whipped butter were divine. The iced tea with the iced tea cubes, lemon, and simple syrup was out of this world. Next up we ordered the 3 course meal with the soup of the day mushroom French onion it was delicious!!! So creamy. Then we got the Chilean Sea Bass with risotto with lemon garnish. It was a beautiful display of flavor and wonderful to look at. Finally we chose the carrot cake and they brought her a slice of German chocolate cake with a Happy Birthday message and also a handwritten bday card from staff! WOW! It was the sweetest thing to make her day so special. Their bar next door is beautiful with blue ambient lighting and a fish tank see through wall. We did not enjoy it this time due to being too full. We gambled a bit, charged our car, and then left. I might even go back tomorrow because why not! It is worth the hour long drive back and forth. Best casino and restaurant in SD!

This might be the longest review for a restaurant, but it's worth it! This was our first dining…read moreexperience at the Black & Blue Restaurant in Valley View Casino. We've heard a lot of great reviews, so we decided to try it out! Even though we did not have reservations, the staff was incredibly accommodating while Alexis took our name and phone number and asked if we were celebrating any special occasion or if we had food allergies. Tim, our host, took us to our seat and the absolutely wonderful dining experience started! What stood out most was the attention to detail. While upscale restaurants pride themselves on high-quality coffee and thoughtful accompaniments, this restaurant's level of service is not standard! They provided an elaborate carrier laden with regular and whip cream, honey, chocolate and sugar stir sticks and topped it off with a biscotti for their brewed coffee! From carefully addressing food allergies to providing impeccable service throughout the evening, every member of the team made us feel genuinely cared for. The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortably mixed with guests dressed from casual to elegant - perfect for a special occasion. We enjoyed the $75 three-course dinner, and both the pork chop and barramundi were exceptional. Each course was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented from the start of the potato lentil soup of the day and the fig and burrata salad to the dinner entrees! Every bite was a celebration of flavor! A special thank you to our waiter, Luciano, whose attentiveness and professionalism elevated the entire dinner journey. He struck the perfect balance between being attentive and allowing us to enjoy our evening. The highlight of the night was dessert. The presentation was done in such a thoughtful and meaningful way to recognize both our silver anniversary and a milestone birthday along with personally staff signed cards. I'm sure they do it for all their guests celebrating special events, but it made our already memorable evening truly unforgettable. This was more than just a great meal - it was an experience we'll always remember. We highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for outstanding food, exceptional service, and genuine hospitality.

I come to Bates frequently and just love the whole place. They frequently have live music in an…read moreoutdoor setting that is beautiful. I did struggle on this visit because I felt that the food festival could have been better. I stress that I love this place and enjoyed the music. I often buy nuts, candy or fudge there. They have a section in back where they sell cool stuff. I especially love going near Christmas. If you haven't been, give it a try. Good for kids too. Don't forget about the pumpkin patch in October

Bates Nut farm is a large venue for events that take place throughout the year, most noteably the…read morepumpkin patch. I have also been here for the swap meet among other things. It is located in Valley Center, so be prepared for your trek. I always go with plenty of snacks, food and water. Having celiac means the food tents will not have options for any food restrictions, but maybe if you're lucky you can get a lemonade for $13 or something. Be prepared to shell out exorbitant amounts for any purchases. The pumpkin patch is a great place to get fall pictures, but the prices are wild. The rides are about $5 each for a minute or two. The bounce obstacle course was $5 for three times running through. It was unreasonable. The gift shop sold the cheapest temu crappy toys for $20!! Buy you're own toys at Walmart and bring them with you to keep the kids happy. I can buy junk on my own. The nuts and candy and dried fruits are probably the only thing I am ok with buying. It's about the price of Sprouts or Whole Foods. I'll usually buy my kiddo a treat and steer him away from the insanity of the price tags of the crappy toys and we're good to go. I buy my pumpkins at target though.

What they advertise vs what they give you. The food is always half assed here. The service is…read morepretty bad. They always forget to give you the sauces that come with your meal. I live 5 min from here and unfortunately this is the only Popeyes in town so I do go pretty often. If you go here just make sure at the very least that everything you order is actually in the bag before you leave. As far as the actual food goes like I said it's half assed.

Ignored by staff for 10 minutes while standing at the counter. They saw me standing there made eye…read morecontact, and then looked away and kept doing what they were doing. One car in the drive-through and nobody inside the restaurant. I know why there was nobody in the restaurant now. At least five staff members working.

We had Red Tail Catering cater our entire wedding - dinner, desserts, cocktail appetizers,…read morebartenders. It was a fantastic experience. They are very professional, super responsive, and the food was INCREDIBLE! The service was excellent from all staff. 10/10 would have them again and recommend to any couple looking to have the best catering service at their wedding! The photos are a few from our tasting (which was also a lovely/delicious time!)

Fast response, was able to accommodate 30 boxes sandwiches, chips & fruit in under 3 days…read more Easy to distribute, packaged nicely & good tasting sandwiches. Delivered timely! 4 stars as we were surprised by sandwhich sizes, we were glad to not have ordered half size sandwiches. They are on round buns (yummy) rather than log roll style or loaf bread

This is my first review on yelp. I hate yelpers. But I dont think I've ever been this sad and felt…read morethis ripped off after a meal. Ordered the family meal boneless and instead of 24 boneless wings as advertised we got a handful of Swanson's popcorn chicken lightly drizzled in bland Buffalo, garlic, and soy sauce with sugar. Plus we were supposed to get cinnamon twists that apparently don't exist. I guess I should've done my research because this is the first review on this place ever, but this place is absolute trash and you should stay away

Most of the wings we received were soggy and undercooked. Lots of pink meat. Skin was soggy like it…read morewas microwaved. Wings had little sauce, but the sauces had little flavor anyways. Hate to leave a bad review for a small business, but wouldn't want someone else to receive salmonella and sauce.