I've always said I can tell you what the GM/Owner of a restaurant is like within five minutes of sitting down by watching the staff. These people are great. The staff is all super friendly and very hospitality focused. They were all working together as a team. My chocolate Abollita was great and Jill got the cafe de olla. Also very good. Very cool china an glassware. I got the huevos rancheros and Jill got the taco shrimp taco. Both were fantastic. Nothing could've been better from the minute. We walked into the minute. We walked out. Definitely owe yourself a visit here. PS sorry for Mexico was lost in the World Cup. read more

Besame Mucho - Long wait for a table but instant seating at the bar! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

We came here for the first time on Father's Day for breakfast, and I can't say enough good things about our experience. Everything was absolutely amazing. The food was incredible, and even the presentation stood out. The meals and drinks were served on beautiful plates, glasses, mugs, and cutlery that made the experience feel even more special. The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful inside, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Every employee we interacted with was genuinely friendly and welcoming, and the prices were very fair for the quality of the food and overall experience. We enjoyed breakfast so much that we came back the very same evening for dinner and the mariachi performance. The dinner menu is different from the breakfast menu, and once again, everything we ordered was outstanding. The food was delicious, the cocktails were fantastic, and even dessert was exceptional. I'm so glad we discovered this hidden gem. It's rare to find a restaurant that delivers such an amazing experience from start to finish, twice in the same day! This has definitely become one of our favorite restaurants, and I'll be a lifelong customer. read more

I read some nice reviews so met up with a friend here for happy hour. The decor is interesting- reminds me a bit of a pedicure salon. The booths are quite nice and comfortable. I love the architecture of this historic place built in 1910. It began as Hotel Oliver and has had many renditions over the years. Our server, Jorge, was friendly. I knew it was happy hour however he gave us the regular menus so once I asked, he brought it over. I wasn't very hungry as I had a late lunch so I ordered the truffle fries as I usually love them. My friend ordered shrimp tacos. Quite unfortunately the fries were terrible. They were overly dry with no flavor- I had my friend taste them and she commented it seemed they'd been sitting out a long time. She did say her shrimp tacos were okay. read more

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This place has been the most recommended place in the area and it fully lives up to all the hype. the eggs Benedict were cooked to perfection and the tacos were fresh with the meat cooked just how I like it. The crepes were also delicious so soft And all their drinks are delicious you got to get one while you're there! read more

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Went here for brunch on a weekend, I think it was a Sunday. It was busy as expected, but we were still seated right away by the upstairs sitting area. Our server was very kind and attentive, and food was so delicious. I got the Chilaquiles con Birria, super flavorful. I also really liked the conchas and mimosas. It was just difficult to get their attention when we were trying to leave but I understand they were very busy. Highly recommend! read more

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Ordered the 3 crepes and pambazo The 3 crepes are delicious, not too sweet or overpowering. The pambazo is just average, the bread is kinda too mushy/soft, nothing crispy at all. The chorizo meat inside has some small pieces of hard bone pieces which surprised us. Restaurant is very cutely decorated, clean and great ambiance for friends/family gathering. read more

Besame Mucho - 3 crepes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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This is an Instagram-ready, beautiful and happening spot for lunch. Everything looks glam and people's birthday shout outs are wild and loud. Our waiter was very attentive and professional, and overall we were pleased with our experience. We ordered: Menudo: This comes with a pork hock and loooooots of tripas. My limes were a bit dry, but aside from that the flavor was very spot on and it was very filling. Tres leches french toast: Yummmmm, delicious! I'm not sure how 'tres leches'-y it was, but definitely milky, moist, and crunchy on the outside. It worked for me! Conchas: Ok this actually blew me away. I'm used to conchas being dry and not very satisfying, but these literally stayed soft DAYS after I brought them home. The souffle topping on top covered the entire top of the concha and this was an absolute delight. Honestly, best conchas I've had in the US so far. I wouldn't mind coming here again and trying other items. Personally, the loudness of the "birthday music" (reggaeton) was a little much for a morning/brunch hour, but people seemed to enjoy the hype. read more

Besame Mucho - Conchas are so soft! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

First off, the restaurant was so amazingly decorated and SO CUTE!!! Very Instagram-worthy from the cute photo op places to the cute florals!! Don't even get me started on the food, prepare to have your taste buds EXPLODED!! My husband and I got the GF calamari, aguachiles and molcajete, and OMG just two of those dishes would have been enough for the two of us. The portions were so generous and the taste was outta this world! Cannot believe it took us this long to eat here, we'll def be back!!! The server was so sweet and attentive and the manager Luis helped us with a hiccup that happened, so believe me when I say this place is a BLESSING to the North Coast!! read more

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The place was beautiful. They put a lot of thought into decor. The staff was great. The food was not. We went for breakfast and were very dissatisfied. The chorizo con huevo was pink. A lot of egg and not enough chorizo. I got the huevos rancheros and asked for ham to be added. They put a slice of deli sandwich meat on top of the eggs. The beans were also cold and I did touch the potatoes. The potatoes might be a matter of taste on my part. They were mini baked potatoes baked whole. Not what I expected for breakfast. read more

Food was amazing!! We got the elotes callijeros, enchiladas suizas and the salmon dish. It was delicious!! The service was amazing. They were all welcoming. My friend had the princess peach drink and she loved it. She started giggling, definitely a good amount of alcohol. I would definitely come back and try the steak. The ambiance is gorgeous I love there new space! read more

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If you're looking for something that feels classy, but also affordable and not stuffy, then this is the place for you. Besame Mucho was new to me, and I don't believe I had ever been to their originally location where they went by the name Cafe de Aromas. They took over this space back in the summer, but I just learned of that. The former restaurant here was also very classy and kind of pricy. They have kept the decor classy, but added a lot color and brightness to the place. I came in and felt like I was underdressed, but no one made me feel like I wasn't anything but an honored guest. The service here is wonderful and deserves a lot of credit for that. The brunch menu has some great options on it. My wife and I decided to get the Chilaquiles Suivos and the French toast. The chilaquiles came smothered in a flavorful green sauce with a lot of melty cheese. The chips keep their texture pretty well for a while, so this is a dish best eaten quickly. The French toast has a great presentation and it's pretty delicious with the Tres leches sauce that is an option. We will definitely come back and try more of the menu since it has so many great options. This is a great addition to Railroad Square. read more

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10/10 really. This place is a whole happy, pink, girly, romantic vibe and I'm obsessed! It's like one of those cute fancy little brunch spots in SF & Oakland with all the photo opp spots, it's really kind of magical. Both me and the bestie agreed it felt like we were somewhere other than SoCo. So pretty definitely a girly brunch spot but could also be great for a romantic date. The food was amazing there's so many options and the prices were low I'd have to say compared to everything nowadays the prices were very low. Loved our waitress! I always forget to get names for my reviews. ‍ she was working the top floor on 2.18.26 @ 10AM. Very attentive without being annoying, fun, happy personality like she actually enjoys her job. Now for the Gram. So many cute photo spots, cute red booths, a flower wall, chandeliers that had flowers hanging down. Beautiful art all around the place including a lady made of flowers. All the drinks were gorgeous and instagramable. We got to enjoy a bday from our lookout spot on the 2nd floor and decided we must come back for our bdays. They do the whole song and dance cake with a sparkler in it. Definitely a good bday spot. Literally we can't lose this place locals! We need more of this if anything. Hopefully they do great and get to open another location near by soon. I feel if word gets out people would travel a bit to come here. read more

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Came here, Valentine morning, looking for Aroma Cafe and was very confused when everything on the walls said the new name, Besame. I had never been here regardless, so I was open to try a new spot, and I was not disappointed. The food here is great, and the music is even better(Spanish romantic vibe). For whatever reason, our waiter didnt want to speak Spanish to us, even though we were speaking Spanish to him, it was a little bizarre, but nonetheless, his service was awesome, very attentive and answered any questions we had. If you've never been to Mexico, this next portion may not make any sense to you. My best way of describing the red Chilaquiles is...they taste exactly like Mexican (in Mexico) enchiladas. Not necessarily something I look for in my chilaquiles, I prefer a little spice, but it was a nice surprise and definitely nostalgic. The birria was delicious. It needed a little bit of salt and maybe some lemon none of which was on the table or provided, but it had some great flavor. read more

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We came here for brunch to celebrate my birthday and I really had high hopes for this place since they had good reviews. We walked away with raving reviews only about the delicious hot sauce. Mom was happy with her crepes even though they messed up on her initial order. When we ordered we had told our waiter that mom was allergic to bananas and to make sure they were omitted and to double up on the berries. Needless to say, the first set of crepes came to the table with bananas. Harumph. Not sure where the breakdown in communication was but I'm sure it wasn't on our end and NO apology! The Huevos Divorciados was a major disappointment with both sauces tasting sub par and even more disappointing, the dish was lukewarm. How is one suppose to enjoy their meal when it's not even temperature friendly? Plus - the tortillas wrapped in foil apparently weren't freshly made as they weren't even warm! My Torta Chilanga was a solo sandwich on a big plate and definitely not appealing to the eye. After cutting it in half and showing off the insides, it appeared to be a bit more appealing. Wasn't sure what I expected but it was a fried chicken sandwich smeared with refried beans and a dollop of red chilaquiles. I think if the kitchen took the time to plate it nicer, the connection with sight and taste would''ve gained my review one more star. Wished this visit wasn't for my birthday but it was so it's a one and done. PS - Thank goodness for their homemade hot sauce as it saved the two unsavory dishes. read more

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Came here to try the macchaca. We came on a Sunday for early brunch while staying in the area. I was excited to try the machaca and used the horchata latte to convince hubby to come. Waffles and berries: 3.5 stars. Decent. Good waffles. Whipped cream needs to be worked on. Berries were fresh. It was two large waffles. Hard for one to finish. Wish they had more cream and berries on the bottom one. Machaca con Huevos: 2.5 stars. Flavor was ok. Too much eggs. Look at my pics. I had machaca in Mexico and I was expecting the same thing. This was scrambled eggs with small chunks of beef. It was not shredded beef with little eggs and tomatoes. So disappointed. On the other hand the horchata was decent. Lots of cinnamon flavor. Service was good. Very nice decor of the restaurant with the fronds hanging from the ceiling. read more

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My family and I were in town to visit the snoopy museum, we thought we'd stop somewhere for breakfast and found this place on Yelp. Theres plenty of paid street parking and a parking lot down the street. We waited less than 5 minutes before the hostess came and sat us down. Our server was nice and checked on us maybe twice, the other times I felt like the other workers saw us sitting there and told her to check on us. But she brought us water, gave us a "couple more minutes" before she came back to take our order. We ordered the Alambre Omelette, Smoked Salmon Wrap, and mini breakfast. I also got myself the cafe de olla. Coffee was good and it came with some cookies. The Alambre was okay. My sister who has a weak spice tolerance said the guac in her salmon wrap was spicy. And my brother enjoyed his English muffin. There were only 5 small potatoes that came with our meals, which were pretty bland. I wish there were seasoning on the table ready for us. Again, our server was nice and checked on us maybe 2-3 times which we didn't need anything during those times and the times where we did need something we couldn't get her attention or find her. I think the music is a bit loud which is why she couldn't hear us. We were able to get the hostess attention to ask for more water which she relayed to the server. And again, the hostess eventually cleared our plates and asked us if we needed the check after finishing our food 15 minutes prior and had been trying to flag our server down. It was also getting busy so I'm assuming that's why the hostess came to clear the table. Overall it was an okay experience. read more

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Vibes were immaculate and the food was bomb. 9.1/10 restaurant, definitely coming again. If they ever add veggie/fajitas to El Chingon, I'll change my review to 10/10 Bookmark this place as one of the places you can brag to your friends about read more

Besame Mucho - Flight of Mimosas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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I finally tried their new location! I've always liked the one on 5th Street, but my friend told me this one was really good, so we decided to check it out. I ordered my usual alambre omelette and a side of their spicy salsa yumm~ so good as always. My friend got the divorciados eggs, which come with their homemade tortillas, and she said they were delicious. She also ordered the mimosa flight and a café de olla. The café de olla was really nice and not too sweet, also I loved the cinnamon flavor in the coffee. The place is much bigger than the other locations and decorated with cute Christmas decorations. Even the restroom was nicely decorated and very clean. Service was okay. We liked our server, but other staff kept coming by and rushing us, trying to take our plates even while we were still eating. And when I was actually done, a lady tried to grab my plate without even offering a box. I had to stop her and ask for one. They had plenty of open seats and the restaurant is huge, so I'm not sure why they were rushing us. I understand it more at the smaller locations since they get busy, but here it didn't make sense. Overall, I'll still come back because the food is great, but I really wish they wouldn't rush us when there are so many tables open. read more

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This place has an amazing atmosphere! Which is surprising for Santa Rosa, no disrespect. Thania was our server and she did an amazing job very attentive, and took care of us. Now to the food, the food was amazing, I almost forgot to take a picture. The star of the show was the Horchata, I immediately had to get an another glass after trying it. My co-workers guaranteed they will back soon, they do more work out here so it makes sense. When I'm back in the area this will be the first place I go to. read more

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First visit since they've moved to the new location and it was just as impressive! My cocktail was beautiful and tasty, albeit a bit sweet for me to repeat. I appreciated the recommendation. Queso Fundido was decadent. Fajitas - each protein was cooked perfectly! Calamari - not *my* favorite but my husband declared it delicious. Enchiladas suizas - the sauce has just a hint of spice and chicken was better than I anticipated. We never felt rushed, likely because it was late lunch/early dinner. Service was TOP NOTCH, friendly and professional. Great experience! read more

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I came here for dinner time for a family members birthday on a Saturday night,we had a reservation and were immediately seated. I ordered an appetizer which were Baja Tacos and they were pretty good but as soon as I tried other peoples plates I was pretty disappointed. The other appetizer I tried was the queso fundido which on the menu said it came with tortilla but we received chips (might have been an error on the menu. I also tried aguachile and I would not call this an aguachile. I would say it was more like a sweet mango ceviche (disappointed because aguachiles are usually spicy and sour). I tried my partners food (enchiladas suizas) and these did not taste authentic at all and were not good either. My waiter was super nice but I was waiting to order another glass of wine but only came back after everyone was done and we were ready to go. Our table was 7 adults and 1 child ( 3 adults only had appetizers, 3 their own plate and 2 shared) our total was around $450 which was expensive with the portion sizes and the fact that 3 of us only had appetizers. A couple of us did have drinks but not more than 1. A thing to note is that this restaurant does not have any changing tables in their bathrooms. I would not come back and would not reccomend this place especially if you are looking for authentic Mexican food. read more

Vanessa served us at the bar, and she was simply lovely... more than accommodating. It was happy hour when we came in and the drinks were super reasonable. My boyfriend got an old-fashioned and I had a beer ....so reasonable in this area it is ridiculous. Anyway we weren't sure what to order at first so we vacillated between the molcajetes and the fajitas. She placed our order and accidentally ordered both so we got one for free. I don't know which one we like the best but they were both really well done and the presentation was stupendous. read more

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This place was such a win! I had the mimosa flight, chilaquiles, and steak tacos and everything was absolutely delicious. The mimosas were fun and flavorful--each one felt like its own little surprise. The chilaquiles had that perfect mix of crunch and sauce, total comfort food, and the steak tacos were packed with flavor and so satisfying. The vibe of the restaurant matched the food--welcoming, fun, and just the right kind of energy for a great meal. It's one of those spots where you sit back, sip, eat, and just enjoy yourself. read more

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Food was really good. I had the El Delicioso, it had a really good flavor and the chicken was juicy. I also ordered the Horchata latte and that was amazing. read more

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First time coming here and it did not disappoint! It was busy when we arrived so we put our name on the list but then we were able to get seats at the bar once a few people left. The atmosphere is so fun and such a great vibe inside! We sat at the bar which is separate from the actual seating area, but from a quick glance the seating area looks nice! Service was great! We really enjoyed our horchata lattes! Food was so good! I loved my Aroma beef tacos. Perfect amount, 3 tacos with beans and green rice. We are excited to come back here to try the dinner menu! read more

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Found a new breakfast spot directly across the street from another breakfast place on Fourth Street. Inside, it is Modern and cute, with lots of photo opportunities. As you can see, I took more than a few. Everything inside has lots of dark woods with lots of pops of color feels new. I got a mango mimosa, which was delicious, plus the Chilaquiles, again it was delicious. I saved my leftovers. I ate the rest for dinner, it was very flavorful. They're doing it right here. Hubby got the $20.00 burger, and with bacon of course he loved it. Our server was quick, she was very sweet, and she took great care of us. I'm thrilled we have a new delicious breakfast/Brunch with mimosas, which is very important, and they do a flight of four mimosas, which was $29. Hubby ordered a white mocha, everything was yummy, I'll be back for sure, I love their chilaquiles Cheers my friends SYOY 08/13/25 read more

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The new space is absolutley gorgeous and a photo-op galore. Trendy interior with aesthetic decor the space is definitely the kind of place that feels fresh, stylish and welcoming. Stopped by on a Tuesday night for dinner. I ordered the carnitas pizza, which was flavorful. I also had a feta salad, it was just an ok salad, kind of underwelming but it paired well with the pizza and it was presented beautifully. We tried 4 different drinks and all 4 tasted like alcohol and not just premix. Our server Leslie truly made the experience enjoyable. She was warm, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of from start to finish. She had good recommendations and sense of timing, checking in just when we needed it but never hovering. (1000/10 for Leslie.) Looking back, I was far more impressed by the service and drinks than the food itself. Only downsides to note: The website needs an update. The menu online doesn't match what's actually available, so hopefully they refresh that soon. Also, the appetizer menu is priced similarly to the entrees with options that aren't really shareable, so keep that in mind if you're planning on ordering a few things to try with a bigger group. Overall, for having just relocated and reopened, I give Aroma Cafe and Brunch a solid 8/10. The menu offerings could use some work but I'm excited to see what they roll out and offer once they've been open a few months. read more

Besame Mucho - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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This newly opened restaurant is a gem in the neighborhood. My husband and I were walking down the street and this lovely lady was passing out happy hour menus to passerby's. We had originally planned to go to some Italian restaurant, but her menu looked so good that we decided we wanted some happy hour bites and drinks! We were seated at a very trendy bar, which had the best bartender! We ordered margarita pizza, sliders, and potatoes. We also got drinks: the basil peach lemon drop and pineapple daiquiri. Our drinks were excellent and you could tell the time and thought they put into each one. The flavors popped beautifully and there was definitely a good amount of alcohol in each sip! The food came out piping hot and all of it was delectable. The chef is very talented and you can clearly see how much effort he puts into dishes! The smashed potatoes were the best I've had and had lovely accents of rosemary. There were even flower petals on top to embellish the food! The pizza was tasty and had that bubbly fresh crust with big pieces of basil. The sliders were tasty too with tender meat and a big hunk of cheese in them. The bun was a tad dry- but the flavor was spot on. All of the staff were so friendly and nice. They all greeted us including the owner and cook. Shout out to Carlos and Luis for all the care! If you are in the area- I highly recommend coming here. The happy hour is so good and get those potatoes! read more

Besame Mucho - Peach basil lemon drop and pineapple daiquiri - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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The food here is amazing went for Mother's Day and even tho it was extremely busy the staff was well prepared and made my experience a good one. The birria chilaquiles were so good that I went back the next week and tried the steak chilaquiles also and they didn't not disappoint. The place is well decorated and has a good vibe. Last but not least I highly recommend the horchata latte it's really good. read more

Besame Mucho - Birria chilaquiles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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Delicious food. Friendly staff. Nice building. Tho the music was loud, it did ensure privacy between the tables. Just wish it was a smidge lower. The music itself was great. Everything was clearly cooked and created with skill and care. I love restaurants like this one. read more

My first visit to this place was great, but unfortunately, the second time was the complete opposite. The staff was quite rude and the service left a lot to be desired; they didn't take good care of us at all. On top of that, the food wasn't good and the overall experience was very bad and uncomfortable. It's a beautiful place, but I will definitely never go back! read more

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Once again Besame Mucho delivers again. If you want solid latin fusion food in an upbeat setting come here. The decor is eclectic and the staff is welcoming. The queso fundido is generous with a good amount of chorizo. It's now served with hot corn tortillas. The elote is still one of our favorites with a nice spiciness and la crema. The servers and staff are always gracious and happy to accommodate. Jorge and Miguel are great. Such a wonderful addition to the food scene in downtown Railroad Square. We highly recommend Besame Mucho. read more

We came on Saturday morning for a brunch. They don't take online reservations and it took us(party of 6) about 45 minutes to get a table. The decoration is so pretty and there is music in the background! We saw one of the staff members dressed as the nun (Valak) come and celebrate on the table next to us. It was such a fun experience. I ordered the Guajillo Eggs Benedict which was pretty good! We also tried their nutella crepe which was delicious. While the wait is long, the staff and ambiance make it worth it. read more

Besame Mucho - Guajillo Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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Love this place. So glad they opened up this second location. The staff is great and you can feel the love and good energy from the first step in the doors. It gets super busy at lunch and dinner time so there might be a wait to be seated but it's not too bad. Love the breakfasts here. Reminds me of breakfasts my mom would make when I was a kid. Definitely want to try the dinner menu. I've only had their tacos which were some of the best ones I've had (and I'm not a big taco eater). It can be quite noisy for some due to the music but I personally love it. Just makes the whole dining out experience so much better. read more

All of the above! The food was delicious , I ordered my chilaquiles with steak for $8.00 more , well worth it, steak was at least 6 to 8 ounces juicy and tender and the eggs were perfectly cooked. The ambience and decor was amazing and the service was top notch! Definitely recommend this place. Can't wait to go back and try their dinner menu. read more

Besame Mucho - Chilaquiles rojos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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So much ti say about this place but I'll keep it short. Love the fun decor and overall ambiance of this restaurant. Super fun brunch spot with a great variety of options. I had no idea this place existed before now and I'm so happy with our visit I'm sure we will be regulars. The staff was happy and quick with putting our order in but the real gem are the chilaquiles. Will be back often read more

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Breakfast in Santa Rosa- Besame Mucho is a must try! On Saturdays and Sundays they only serve Birria Chilaquiles and it was so delicious! The staff was great and everyone was very helpful. I think this spot carries a night life ambiance, but it's still a beautiful spot. read more

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Would be a 5 star but the restaurant smelled really strong like a public bathroom. I'm not sure if this was a one time occurrence but it was quite distracting. Other than that it was excellent! The service was 5/5! They made accommodations for us which made the night great. I really enjoyed the Mexican fusion dishes they offered. The birria pizza I ordered was freshly made in a fire oven. I loved how the pizza crust was thin and the pizza wasn't heavy or greasy. It was perfectly made and the birria on it had really good flavor. The tiramisu was a pleasant surprise. Instead of using lady fingers they used galletas Marias. Would definitely come back! (hopefully they crack a window haha) read more

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Ive been visiting Aroma since it opened in the first location and am pleased to see the quality of the food remains consistent. It's no wonder the crowds continue despite others serving similar fare. They serve fantastic Mexican and traditional American breakfast options at fair prices which is a rare find in Sonoma county. The beverage prices are high but in alignment with other establishments. The ambiance is lively but you're still able to carry a conversation with your table partners. I've only visited for breakfast and favorite item on the menu are the chilaquiles; they serve them with eggs and beans. You can upgrade and add additional protein options like steak, chicken or birria; all are delicious combinations and compliments to the dish. Since they are a busy restaurant, they serve you quickly and turn tables at a fast rate. The new establishment has seating in the main dining room, bar and a few tables on the upper floor. If you show up and see a crowd, it's for good reason and worth the wait. read more

What a fun spot for brunch! I came with two girlfriends on our night away from our families. We had a small wait on a Saturday, but we left our phone number and went to the antique store across the street. Soon enough, they called us for our table. We had a mimosa flight, and then we each got steak breakfasts--a skillet, an omelet, and chilaquiles. All three of us enjoyed our food. And what a party when they come out with the sparklers and music! And the scary nun?? omg! So fun. (I don't know what you have to order to get the special treatment though!) read more

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