My wonderful friends Wayne and Roger were married here so I knew off the bat that the ambiance was…read moregoing to be cozy and beautiful. The service was great, waiters and host William, were attentive. We had a great time enjoying the view from the window, the rain was falling outside and we were side of the fireplace. My boyfriend loved his steak, said it was prepared just the way he likes it. I ordered penne pasta with veggies vegan style it was delicious. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a date night or family gathering.

The Trout was fresh and very tasty and the mixed vegetables were very good. I had the chicken…read moreCordon Bleu absolutely the best I've had in a very long time. The flavor was delicious, the sauce fresh and you could tell it was not out of a Can The service was friendly, conversant and knew the menu. Very enjoyable. The ambience is awesome. The tables were placed far enough from each other that you could have a conversation and you didn't hear anyone else's. We have eaten here numerous times over the years. It has always been a joy and we look forward to coming back.

Such a good spot! There's plenty of indoor seating and their decor is nice. They provide…read morecomplimentary chips and salsa. I got their beef enchiladas combo which came with two enchilada, rice, and beans. It was so good that I cleaned the entire plate. Their carne asada tacos were stacked and delicious. They have salsa bar on the side with the pickled veggies as well. I loved their mild sauce and the creamy green one. I got the Jamaica to drink and it was refreshing. Jesus was our server and he was very attentive and food came out fast!

I can't believe this place doesn't have a full 5 star rating. The chips are fresh. The corn…read moretortillas in general taste homemade. I got the *new* enchilada trio with shrimp, lobster, and fresh REAL crab. (WORTH THE $$$). My bf got carne asada tacos and we both lovvvved our choices. The salsa bar is also an amazing perk - a bit spicy for this gringa but I knew that meant the food was going to be authentic... Then we had the pleasure of meeting the owner and turns out he is from Mexico City! We never expected to find such amazing and AUTHENTIC Mexican food in a tiny mountain town. I'll dream about that meal until I make it back to Mexico City (or I guess idyllwild?!?!) Oh and also - the bartender has a heavy pour ;) so I'd say this place is welllll worth your money. Props to the serving staff too, you can tell this is a working environment with positive energy. I don't like doing repeats on restaurant visits out of town because I love trying as many new places as I can, but next time we're in idyllwild best believe we will be back! #FOODIEFRIENDLY

I ordered the eggs Benedict with hash browns! My wife…read moreordered the Ruben on rye with side of potato salad! It's real busy but not like last weekend as it was a holiday weekend! The employees are great and you're up at over 5,000 ft. This cafe is like you being in your own cabin but with lots of people! We came up here about 3 yrs ago and love the food! Also the atmosphere of the mountains!

***** Five stars for the ambience. ***** Five stars for the…read moreservice. ** Two stars for the food. It's a very cute well run mountain town establishment with limited competition. It's a GOLD mine! The service and friendliness is second to none! Delightful. I was just gonna try a couple of à la carte breakfast items to save money, BUT I was quickly "flipped" to a full meal package (much to my chagrin) and with tax and tip over $21! Well, that's a little pricey for a senior on a budget. I hate to say this, but when I'm traveling on a highway (and there's almost no alternative) Denny's does this right with their "senior menu" offerings at half this price! And that's kind of a grand slam. I make the same mistake frequently and I'm not even a big fan of eggs, but I didn't have much choice other than the veggie burger. I decided on scrambled eggs with hashbrowns and the veggie sausage from MorningStar brand (which origin is rooted in the vegetarian friendly Seventh-day Adventist Church.) My side dish was a generous portion of sliced avocado, nicely plated. To me, this spot was kind of like a "SYSCO" food depot. (If you know what I mean). The standard fair for many cafés. But, the service is very warm, old school charm where everybody chats with you to make sure you're doing OK and comes by and taps your shoulder or gives you a little back rub in passing. Not Harvey Weinstein weird but rather kind, friendly, vibes. I was transported to the set of "Andy of Mayberry" just wondering when Aunt Bea was gonna bring out the apple pie! Next time I'll try a veggie burger because it's a comfortable spot and the people are so damn friendly! Wait a second, is that Floyd the Barber, Goober the Mechanic, Otis on a bender? Oh no, I have to run! I see Barney giving me a ticket! Shazam, Shazam!

The owner is very knowledgeable about lobsters. He explained the differences of Atlantic lobsters…read morefrom Australian lobster. Which I didn't know. He sells by the pound and even though I didn't buy from him, he gave me a store that I could buy the lobster I needed for a small dinner party I was having. He didn't try to "sell" me what I didn't want. And I found that it was refreshing. When I need a lot of lobster for parties, I will purchase them from him.

The lobster crew consistently comes through for me on all the major holidays. their prices are…read morehighly competitive, and he always gives me a discount for being a disabled veteran, which I really appreciate. The seafood is always clean and crisp just the way I like it. in the Marietta Menifee Temecula area, seafood markets are very limited, and the lobster crew always makes it happen.

We had the pleasure of dining here for lunch today. My husband, toddler and I very much enjoyed the…read morelive music. It was two older gentleman, one playing a saxophone and the other the piano. They both had amazing voices and it added to our overall experience. In a world with music playing over a speaker from a playlist on repeat. It was very refreshing! They even took song requests. And don't get me started on the food!! We stopped by for a quick snack and compliments to the chef. I ordered calamari to start and it came with a tangy tartar sauce which was AMAZING (I don't usually eat tartar sauce). My husband was surprised he had to share the tarter sauces this time hahaha! And the Diavolo pizza was flavorful! Our waiter Kevin was very attentive and nice. We will definitely be stopping by again (on a weekend) next time we are in town.

We stumbled across Fratello's during a quick escape up to Idyllwild, and sometimes those unplanned…read morerestaurant finds end up being the best kind. We grabbed a table on the patio, which was well shaded and loaded with fans -- a perfect spot to escape the mountain sun and settle into vacation mode. Our server took a little while to make their way to the table, but once things got moving, the food arrived at lightning speed. Great for a relaxed lunch, although if this had been dinner and we were planning to linger over a bottle of wine, it might have felt a little rushed. The portions felt fair for the price, which seems increasingly rare these days. I ordered the spaghetti bolognese and, in a move that will surprise absolutely nobody who knows me, added an extra side of bolognese because I believe pasta should swim, not merely bathe, in sauce. The sauce itself was flavorful and rich, although perhaps a touch saltier than I personally prefer -- and considering I'm usually the person reaching for the salt shaker before tasting anything, that's saying something. Overall, Fratello's delivered a relaxing patio, good food, and a pleasant afternoon in Idyllwild. We left happy, full, and already talking about coming back. And yes, next time I'll probably order the extra sauce again.

I read a bunch of the 1-star reviews. I read some of the…read more4-star reviews. I have to go with 5-star tho. OVERVIEW of 5 : Seated without reservation (*make one! We got lucky*) Server was amazing Food expediter was super nice Food was delicious Elegant, fine dining experience Music was my mountain playlist (and not too loud) View of mountains for me. View of architecture for my wife. PARKING: Parking can be difficult in the small lot, but there's parking along the street too. INSIDE: It was perfect weather. 68ºF at 6pm after a warm day. They have "indoor/patio" style seating which may be difficult for some to access by multiple steps. We were seated at the top, a table away from the music, along the window side. They have heat lamps - but temps were perfect (lots of people and hot food warmed everyone up). I wanted to walk around the restaurant. The tiered architecture is interesting. FOOD: High End Vegan! Yes - I'm guilty of wanting to give them 5 stars just looking at their vegan menu. (And omnivore selection) Yes - I appreciate the care that it takes to prepare a plate. BUT This food was just delicious by itself. Even in a cardboard box, this food would've been amazing. VEGAN "cheese" appetizer (great for 2-3 people) Nut cheese was warm and tangy. This is NOT just cashews and nooch in a blender. It is spiced with something that brings a little heat. *you will want to lick the bowl. PRO TIP: The welcome bread with ... oh shit.... WELCOME BREAD / Garlic Olive Oil This crusty bread served with microplaned garlic + olive oil is fantastic. Garlic Fiend? You're gonna love this. Not a fan of garlic? What's wrong with you?! I mean... just serve from the oil side. Save some bread for your vegan cheese.... VEGAN CHEESE (cont.) Order the gluten free bread (a little more like Uti's toasted dinner roll) with your vegan cheese app. Omnivores at your table will be surprised how well this vegan cheese and wine pair with each other. TROUT I think my wife got the trout. She loved it. Light and delicate. VEGAN KIMCHI TOFU I've had kimchi. I've had tofu. We all have. This was prepared on a bed of roasty veg that was a great match to the salty kimchi. I don't know if there was a marinade preparation (sesame paste?) with the tofu, or it was made locally, or both, but this firm tofu was excellent. Sweet. Nutty. Salty. Fresh tasting and filling. The vegan menu here isn't just an "alternate version" of an omnivore dish. It is its own thing. DESSERT MISTAKE = not getting it. We thought there would be dessert in town, but we got out late. Town had closed. MUSIC Tonight's music was a pair of musicians playing CS&N, Neil Young, Bob Seger... acoustic session: Guitar, Violin, Mandolin. Quiet & sentimental performance was a perfect accompaniment to a long hike day. THERE ARE 1-STAR REVIEWS of this place. They have their reasons. I've only been here once. But I experienced NONE of the things they've mentioned. Moreover, we experienced even better than what other 5-star reviews suggested. This is an elegant spot, framed by a perfect day in Idyllwild. If I come back to the town, I will want to try other restaurants, but I'll definitely come back here. Not *just* because of their vegan options, but definitely *for* their vegan options.

This was my first time eating here I had a fettuccine dish…read morewith chicken It was good the pasta was a little to Al dente for me Music was nice students from the local arts school played very well

On a girls trip and wanted a diverse Seafood experience. Boy, did we get it! The menu was extensive…read moreand when we asked for some alterations to our dishes, they bent over backward to accommodate us. The service was great, and we loved the outdoor seating amd prices were very reasonable. Don't bypass this place when in Palm Springs!

We had the BEST TIME here. We ended up here on my birthday and were blown away by everything Ruben…read moreand Ozzy's had to offer. We were told to come here and sit at the bar/counter, to be able get in on all the action. I must recommend you do the same. We got the most personal and fun night. If you like to watch the food network -- this is like that -- but live! We started with vodka oyster shooters. Then Mexican poke, stuffed artichoke, and lamb chops. We literally decided what to order by just watching the guys work their magic right in front of us. It was such a special and memorable night.

This place is sooo good!!! The calamari was the best calamari we've had!! We also ordered Gumbo,…read moreoysters, chicken under a brick, fisherman's plater, and the clam chowder. Everything was on point with flavor!! Our waitress Hope has the best service, she was such a sweetheart and gave us an unforgettable experience, ask for her when you come, she is amazing !!

I paid $19.50 for poke it was less than a cup size and no flavor soup and bread was good!read more