I went on a weekend and it was quite busy. I didn't make a reservation, but no problem as I was…read moreable to be seated quickly at the bar tables. I actually enjoyed it as we got a show being able to watch all the cooking action happen, and we also felt like we had more peace and our own little bubble away from the busier dining area. I came here for the yelp event and I got the Teleferic Sangria and the Barceloneta Sangria. Both had a great presentation and tasted great as well. I preferred the Barceloneta Sangria more for the fruiter flavors. The Patatas Bravas was one of my favorite appetizers of the night! I loved the sauce and texture of the potatoes, and the bowl it came in was super cute. I also tried their Crab Croquetas, Wagyu Empanadas, Brussels, and Iberico Paella. Everything was great! I especially loved the pork belly in the paella. The pork chop was also super flavorful and juicy. Overall, it was a great dish and a great experience that changed my mind about paellas. I tried the Palo Alto location awhile ago and did not enjoy it, so I'm glad this location made all the difference. I would actually go again! We ended the night with the trio selection, and I would say the orange mousse was my favorite of the three. Service was good, even though we were sitting on the side and they were veryyy busy. They still checked up on us throughout the night to make sure our experience was good. The parking lot was full, but there is available parking across the street.

Invited here for a Yelp Experience. Was excited but quickly went down the drain…read more 5 for ambience 2 for pricing 5 for sangria 5 for crab croquettes 1 for pan con tomate - basically toast with tomato sauce that lacks flavor 2 for Paella- very disappointed- lacks flavor. Needed to add salt. 1 for service -5 for 20% mandatory service charge in their policy for 1 star service. Verdict- don't go. Not worth the service nor quality.

Absolutely all around lovely Spanish tapas restaurant to dine in. The food is 10/10, drinks are…read moregreat, service is great, and ambiance is upscale. Expect to spend 50+ / person but it is totally worth it especially on a special occasion. If you sign up for their membership, you get free churros. Definitely order the paella to share, it was a perfect split for three people. I really enjoyed the salmon tartare and the octopus for the tapas. I would have love for more options with vegetables since all their veges are fried. Make sure to make a reservation ahead of time as they are popular. Parking is very easy in the plaza the restaurant is in.

Wow this place is busy but the cocktails and paella are soooo worth it…read more My friend and I couldn't get a reservation so we joined the waitlist. We walked over 50 minutes later and were seated right away. Service was great. We got the Wagyu empanadas to start. Small bites but busts of flavor. The Barca sauce really stood out. We had the traditional sangria and the Carrot cocktail - odd but delicious. We shared the steak and lobster paella. Pricy at almost $200 but it was amazing. Enough to feed 4 so we both gave a second meal to go. The one small rub was the automatic 20% service charge. I understand for larger patties but apparently this is across the board. The should make it clear. Service was great and I probably would have tipped around that but was annoyed that there was no choice in the matter. Regardless I want to come back and try more tapas and cocktails. It was fun.

We just enjoyed a wonderful dining experience at Teleferic. Our server Soraya was warm and…read morewelcoming and on top of everything. The manager Marta also did a fantastic job greeting us and coming in and checking in on us. We come here often for our date nights and have always loved coming to this restaurant. Chef Oscar's creations are always delicious and a treat to eat! Always a consistently delicious and lively restaurant in the Walnut Creek area.

Love this place. I had a great lunch and the bar staff was so great. Raul is such a great…read morebartender, he made the fancy a carrot and it was great! Marta, the manager was super engaging as well. And Luis was good at recommending wines. I recommend this place.

I placed an online order on Teleferic's website to make paella. When I went to pick up my order,…read morethe staff member first told me that there were two orders with the same name. But when she couldn't locate my order, she insisted that the order had been picked up. She then said, "That's okay, I'll give you the order....you'll have two orders, but that's ok" She later asked to see the email confirmation, which I showed her. With a quick glance, she confirmed her belief that the order had been picked up. But when I read it later, it actually said that the order was ready for pick up. I wanted to correct her, but she had already shifted her attention to help other customers and didn't show any interest in wanting to have a further conversation. I didn't want to make a scene, so I left the store. It was Christmas Eve, and I felt that I was being accused of a crime that I didn't commit. It felt pretty awful.

Why fly to Spain during the pandemic when you get paella​ and your Spanish goods in Palo Alto?…read more Technically, tourists aren't even allowed into Spain right now anyway, so this is one of your better alternatives. This is a tiny market attached to the Telerific restaurant. It doesn't at all rival La Boqueria, the famous market on Barcelona's Las Ramblas​ which is AMAZING (check out my 5-star Yelp review), but we're talking Palo Alto now, right?! I came for the paella. It's the same paella as you'd get if you from Teleferic, but this is take-out only. The wait​ time​ is about 20 minutes. You can get it in a standard plastic-like takeout bowl or in an iron paella pan for a refundable $15.00 deposit. I ended up with both, but if you want something nicely presentable (which Hubs really appreciates), get it in the paella pan. I got the Paella Mixta (meat & seafood, $19.00, serves one). The amount of meat and seafood was very generous. There's a nice prawn atop the paella, but overall pretty salty, meats were dry (great calamari though!) and the rice was missing that great crisp socarrat bottom that I've enjoyed eating all over Spain and Portugal. This was probably more like a 3-star. The Ham Croquettes ($8.00) and Patatas Bravas ($9.00) were ok. The patatas were on the saltier side, but the ​portion size was good. If you reheat​ the croquettes, just wait before popping these hot round babies into your mouth or you'll burn your mouth as Hubs did. Inside the market, you can get Spanish wines, freshly​ jarred sangrias,​ and many ingredients you'll need to make an authentic paella, like Bomba rice from Spain (a must, in my book for paella) and even paella kits. And if you like black truffles, which I'm crazy about, try the imported Torres potato chips from Spain, which have a super potent black truffle aroma and flavor. The secret sauce is the dehydrated black truffles. These sell out​ of these fast! An additional Yelp star for the market staples and nice service. It's nice to have a local market like this selling quality culinary items from Spain. And if you want some paella for take-out, they've got you covered here too. TIP: No seating for items purchased from the market. Outdoor seating is reserved for the Telerific restaurant.

All the stars aligned to make this a STELLAR experience. (heh heh)…read moreBeautiful, 75 degree weather on a Sunday afternoon. We came right before 5pm, before the kitchen opened so we ordered drinks while we waited. Husband was very impressed with their wine list, which is a good sign. He was excited to try different wines and it's awesome they offer half pours so he could try more. But oh-my-gosh. GET. THE. SANTORINI. I loved that drink. Milk punch, yoghurt ... it was so refreshing and milky. I felt like I was in south of France or in Hawaii, sitting on the patio with the slight breeze and plants around and quiet atmosphere. It was so yummy, I got a second. This is a big indication how good the drink is because 99% of the time I usually have my husband finish my drink and never order a second one...especially the SAME ONE. But omg, I need to go back to get another. I've been dreaming of it. Service was great. Esp since we were one of the only guests, they tended to us well. It can be easy to forget about the guests on the patio but their cadence in checking on us was good. Portion sizes for the food is quite generous. We're used to octopus dishes coming out really small as tapas, but they gave a lot. And I loved the fried kidney beans that came with it. I liked how the bluefin tuna crudo came in a light oil and not overly sauced or salty. Pork chop ... WOW. Huge portion, we were so impressed. Rich flavors, delicious. Boar pappardelle, daughter did her happy food dance so you know it's good. Al dente and great taste.

Honestly, just bad on every level…read more Started out a bit off when drinks took forever. But no big deal, that happens. Tartar app was super salty and just plain bad. But hey, things might turn around. My steak was....not good at all. Can't remember the last time I was that disappointed w steak. Had to spit out a few bites bc I literally couldn't break up the meat in my mouth. Taste was simply bad. Service was just as bad. Never checked on us once. I had to flag the server down to get a second drink. And that was it. Never seen again. A terrible time, overall. Couldn't wait to leave.

3rd time at La Catalana and somehow they always find a way to make their Paellas even tastier! The…read moreservice is top notch and the cozy atmosphere is fantastic. I have family coming over the next few weeks and will definitely be back. Can't wait to taste that Cod appetizer again

Yummy tapas in the South Bay! I feel like their apps are actually better than some other popular…read moretapas spots around the bay. Patatas bravas sauce is toast with Jamon iberico was delicious, and the mushrooms were super flavorful. The rice paella was ok but I was pleasantly surprised by the noodle paella. Would order that again! Also they have outdoor seating so bring your pup if you want :)

We went to the Rooftop restaurant in Walnut Creek for our anniversary. Originally we had…read morereservations at Va de Vi but it was packed and we would have been stuck sitting near the door. I'm so glad we ended up across the street. It's an open area restaurant with a very large wraparound bar and rooftop deck seating overlooking downtown. Despite it being windy and chilly, we didn't get cold at all. I regret not taking photos of the restaurant itself as the ambience was so unique. We ordered 3 appetizers and no mains. Fried calamari, heirloom tomatoes with burrata and roasted brussel sprouts. Calamari: batter was a bit darker than most I've had, but consistency and crispness the same. Don't know if they used extra paprika for the color. The calamari was tender and a good contrast to the batter. The real star was their tartar sauce which was so yummy we asked for more. Tomato salad: this dish was just about perfect. What you can't see well in the photo is the burrata sitting on a bed of pesto. The pesto is arugula-based, making it much milder and not so basil-forward, which we appreciated. Brussels sprouts: It's not the best we've had but I would still order it again, if nothing more than to get those insane bacon chunks that came with the vegetables. I had the spicy maracuya and hubby had the Irish goodbye as drinks. Both wonderfully done, but I especially liked the Irish goodbye which was their take on a manhattan - instead of bourbon they used whiskey, and threw in some green chartreuse along with the vermouth. We'll have to try to recreate this at home. Service was friendly, but the server didn't check up on us. They looked understaffed. All in all, we would be sure to go back, and drag some friends with us.

This was my first visit, and based on this experience, I'm not sure I would return unless the menu…read moreor execution has changed significantly. For a party of two, we ordered four drinks, two appetizers, and one salad, with the final tab coming to approximately $170. At that price point, I expect a noticeably stronger food experience, and unfortunately, this meal did not deliver. The service was a bright spot. The waitstaff was polite, professional, and attentive throughout the evening. Unfortunately, the food was where the experience fell short. The cauliflower and spicy tuna appetizers both had acceptable presentation, but the flavors and execution were disappointing. The ingredients did not seem particularly well balanced, and both dishes felt like they needed the chef to revisit the seasoning, composition, and overall preparation. Neither appetizer left an impression worth repeating. The Asian chicken salad had potential, but the quality and freshness of the ingredients kept it from standing out. A salad built around fresh, crisp ingredients should feel vibrant, yet this one came across as somewhat tired and lacking the freshness I would expect. Another point worth mentioning is the 20% gratuity that was automatically added to the bill. While I understand that some restaurants have automatic gratuity policies, it was unexpected for a party of two and felt somewhat excessive given the overall dining experience. I would have preferred that the policy be clearly communicated upfront. I typically include photos with my reviews, but the only photo I took on this visit was of the receipt, which probably says enough about how memorable the food was. Overall: The service was professional, but the food did not justify the approximately $170 price tag for two. There are plenty of restaurants where I would expect a more memorable and thoughtfully executed meal at this price point.

This restaurant has been so popular, especially after featuring in the Michelin Guide!…read more The ambiance is gorgeous, with a mix of blue and white that is super pleasing to the eyes, almost like a Moroccan-inspired decor. We ordered a few dishes, starting with the raw oysters with fermented chili sauce and curry leaf ponzu sauce. The shellfish was extremely fresh, and the condiments were refreshing and complemented it perfectly. I particularly loved the ponzu sauce, it was so zesty! We also ordered the jackfruit sliders, and they honestly gave major Mumbai Vada Pav vibes. They were spicy and extremely flavorful; I almost forgot it was jackfruit! The ananas (Pineapple) pani puri was a refreshing flavor bomb! For mains, we got the black truffle cheese naan with cultured butter. I loved the butter; the naan was filled with cheese, and the truffles weren't prominently earthy; hence, they added a touch of umami. We also got the Kali Miri paneer with garlic naan, along with the lamb and squash with quinoa pulao. The paneer and naan were probably the most classic-tasting dish on the table and were deliciously prepared. The lamb and squash were equally good, but the quinoa pulao was the real star, a little spicy and super minty. We also got the dosa, which was good, but it got a bit overshadowed by the other fantastic dishes. The little diner with us got the French toast with jaggery syrup and passion fruit ricotta ice cream, which he totally devoured. While I did not taste the French toast, I did sample the ricotta ice cream, and it was light, fruity, sweet, and slightly tart, but delicious nonetheless. The presentation wasn't performative or chaotic; it was stunning and minimalist. Also, shoutout to Chef Srijith Gopinathan for his distinct take on modern contemporary Indian Cuisine. Service was surprisingly fast even though the restaurant was packed. Dining at Ettan made our family weekend lunch truly memorable.

Finally came here with the kids for our 10th anniversary. This place looks like a palace, both…read moreindoor and outdoor areas look appealing. We were seared outdoors. The menu seems to have changed quite a bit from 2 years ago as I could not find most of the items old reviews on Yelp were referring to lol. So I had to mostly go with my gut feeling: the fried chicken (which is one of this place's signatures), the lamb shank and brisket (shocking to find beef in an Indian restaurant). By the way the manager dropped by and took our order: very patient, very kind, and knowledgeable (you bet) about the menu. The brisket was ordered per manager's recommendation. The starch that comes with the main dishes can be swapped out to your liking. Lamb shank: 5/5. Perfectly cooked, interestingly flavored. I particularly enjoyed the sauce. Finished it all. Fried chicken: 4.5/5. Tasty, flavorful, pairs well with the yogurt sauce that comes with it. Portion is on the small side so beware if you are sharing with over 4 people. Brisket: 2.5/5. The flavor is on point. The sauce that comes with it is good too. But the meat is a bit too dry or stringy for my taste. Perhaps I was too hyped and it did not live up to my expectations. Portion is pretty decent though. Overall I really enjoyed the environment and service here. Seems like a perfect place for business gatherings or special events. At this price point my bar for 5 star would be higher and unfortunately this place did not meet that bar this time. By the way, the waiter kindly offered to provide kid's menu options that are non-spicy as most of the items on the regular menu are spicy to some extent. We liked it hot but the little ones not so much.

Had a reservation for 6pm and was seated right away after arrival…read more It was our first time at Wildseed and we were impressed. My friend and I shared the mushroom bao, rigatoni pomodoro and corn pizza. Our favorites were the mushroom bao and corn pizza. I really love the use of coconut milk in the mozzarella. We also opted for the peach galette at the end. The peaches were pretty tart but the ice cream complimented it well. Only con we had that night was the AC was blasting and it got pretty chilly towards the end of our meal.

I came to this restaurant two days in a row because I really enjoyed my first experience…read more Unfortunately, my second visit was noticeably different, and it really highlighted one of the biggest challenges for any restaurant: consistency. First Visit - Nearly 5 Stars On my first visit, I ordered: * Beet Poke * Mushroom Bao * Kale Caesar Salad with Falafel The beet poke was fantastic. It was fresh, light, and packed with seaweed, with a delicious dressing that brought everything together. There were great textures and flavors, and I would have happily ordered it again. The mushroom bao was another standout. The mushroom was perfectly fried, tucked inside a soft, fluffy bao, and topped with a tangy slaw. Great combination of crispy, soft, savory, and acidic. The kale Caesar salad was also delicious. Fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. At this point, I was thinking 5 stars and was excited enough to come back the very next day. Second Visit - A Different Experience I ordered: * Beet Poke * Mushroom Bao * Kale Caesar Salad * Potato Pizza Unfortunately, things were much more inconsistent. The beet poke was probably the biggest disappointment. There was barely any seaweed, very little textural contrast, and the dressing tasted completely different from the day before. It was also barely dressed. If this had been my first experience with the dish, I honestly would not have ordered it again. The mushroom bao was still good, but it didn't taste the same as the previous day. The slaw was noticeably spicy this time, whereas it hadn't been spicy at all on my first visit. It made me wonder if there were different chefs or if the recipes/preparations simply weren't being followed consistently. The kale Caesar was the one dish that remained consistent, still delicious on day two. The potato pizza was underwhelming and definitely something I wouldn't order again. The flavor combo wasn't working with me. We also got the gluten free crust which was not great. Almost more of a cracker than a pizza crust. The Verdict: If I were reviewing this restaurant based only on my first visit, I would have given it 5 stars. The food was fresh, creative, flavorful, and genuinely memorable. But after coming back the very next day and having several dishes taste noticeably different, I had to take a few stars away. I'm not sure if there were different chefs, different prep, or something else going on behind the scenes, but consistency is such a key part of a great restaurant experience, especially when you're paying restaurant prices. When a dish is fantastic one day and just okay the next, it's hard to know what experience you're actually going to get. The ambience is great, and while the service was friendly, it was also a bit slow. Overall, I still see the potential here, and my first visit was genuinely excellent. I just wish the second visit had lived up to it.

Sekoya is fantastic. I've been here 3 times and the food has always been stellar. When you go, ask…read moreto be seated with Marley or Kim. They are excellent servers. They helped guide us through the menu and we're really knowledgeable about the dishes. I also had the pleasure of meeting the new chef on my most recent visit, he is passionate and energetic, I look forward to returning to sees what he comes up with next. Highlights: The Beef Tongue skewer, my sister said it was the best she'd ever had. The Embered Scallops, presented beautifully in the shell with a dreamy chili cognac butter A Tie between the Chocolate Tart and the Bread Pudding. Save room for dessert! Honorable: Housemade Parker Rolls ( get the whipped ricotta and mascarpone) Cons: The music can be a little loud in the back room for conversation. (Request the front room or outside for a more mellow experienced) The plastic chairs in the from dining room, they look great, they feel like I'm at a company picnic. (I like to be balanced, no one is perfect) Overall Sekoya is one of my favorite new spots in Palo Alto and I can't wait to keep bringing friends and family there. ( and bugging the chef until he brings back some variation of the Tempura Mushrooms they used to have!)

$165 before tip: 2 Amber Hour prix fixe menus, including 1 dry-aged steak up-charge, plus 1…read moreKickstart cocktail. 3.6 stars rounded up. The first course was a bit of a mixed bag. The Ahi was a fair portion for what I expected from the prix fixe menu. The flavor was nicely balanced, and the fish was beautifully seared while remaining tender inside. Overall, a well-executed dish. The Hamachi, unfortunately, wasn't something I'd order again. The fish flavor was unusually pronounced in a way that wasn't particularly pleasant. It came across as slightly off and overshadowed the rest of the dish. The second course was also mixed. The Bavette steak is a cut fairly close to skirt steak, and it's one where preparation, cooking, and especially slicing can make or break the experience. Unfortunately, this one arrived closer to medium-rare despite my requesting medium. More importantly, it was sliced with the grain. The steak had good beefy flavor, but being undercooked for my preference and sliced with the grain made it exceptionally chewy. I'm also not a fan of having steak pre-sliced before it reaches the table. I prefer to let a steak rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting so the juices can redistribute. In a commercial kitchen, I don't see this happening, also if the steak like this is going to be sliced before serving, I'd prefer it be sliced against the grain. The dry-aged New York strip was much better. It arrived sliced into strips and was cooked exactly to the requested medium. The aging process brought out a pronounced, beefy flavor, and the portion was a good size. There was some gristle, as you'd expect with a New York strip, but here I would have preferred some of the tougher exterior gristle to have been trimmed a bit more aggressively before cooking. Dessert was the highlight of the meal. The pastry/dessert chef is working at a level above the other courses. I rarely order chocolate desserts because chocolate has become just so vanilla as a safe, uninspired and predictable choice. That was absolutely not the case here. The dark chocolate tart was outstanding. It was intensely rich and unapologetically dark, with a depth of chocolate flavor that made it much more interesting than the typical chocolate dessert. The portion was surprisingly generous considering how powerful the dish was. The butterscotch pudding with fresh fruit was equally impressive, but in a completely different direction. My first thought was, fruit and butterscotch? Those aren't two flavors that play well together. But the pairing seemed audacious enough that there had to be a reason for it, and there was. The fruit was clearly selected with care, and the quality showed. The butterscotch pudding was beautifully made. It was firm enough to hold its shape, but exceptionally smooth, with a gentle, well-controlled sweetness. Each component tasted great on its own, but combining them was where the dish really came alive. The fruit's brightness and acidity cut through the richness of the butterscotch, creating a surprisingly balanced combination. That dessert alone is worth coming back for. Service was outstanding. We were never rushed, and the pacing felt very natural. Courses came out when we were ready rather than being pushed along. The staff was friendly, attentive, and worked together seamlessly. Environmentally, the wood themed interior (think sequoia) is attractive, the beverage menu is a wood binder the the plates have a tree slice, wood-cookie, cross-cut look. Although it can get cold. There's a ceiling register that sends air directly down the wall and onto the tops of your head, neck, and shoulders. If you're sensitive to cold air, your table location may make a difference. And while they do change silverware between courses, they also place silverware directly on the table. All-in-all a good dining experience with the edges to clean-up.