I came here with family who were visiting from out of state, and it ended up being such a great…read moreexperience for all of us. We had two kids in our group, which can sometimes be tricky when dining out, but everyone absolutely loved it! We chose to sit outside, and it was beautiful on a warm day. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, the service was attentive and friendly, and the food did not disappoint. Everything came out fresh and delicious, and we never felt rushed. It made for such a nice family outing, and I'd definitely recommend sitting outside if the weather is nice. We'll for sure be coming back!

My wife ordered an egg burrito off the site (and me a sandwich) for dinner…read more They dinged us after a while that the order was ready for pickup. I went to the store to get it. There is no one in the place, there are four (high school aged) workers behind the counter. I stood there for a good minute. Not one came over to me. I moved over and got one of their attention since they were not going to come and assist (because you know, they were busy goofing off - there was no adult there). The order was NOT ready in fact, they didn't even make the fries. So they started the fries and I stood there while they were cooked. Why did you tell us it was ready when it wasn't remotely ready? I got my order and left, got home and realized the burrito wasn't there. I went all the way back and they said "we refunded the burrito, it's only served for breakfast" First off the menu does not say this. If it's only served during a certain part of the day THEN SAY IT ON THE MENU. Second, no one thought of letting anyone know it was refunded. Just did and went on about their day of goofing off. The people at the store there couldn't give a flying yahoo when I voiced my displeasure. The last couple times we've been here the service was almost non-existent and the orders are always messed up. And this was the last time. Management will read this and just laugh. They could not care at all. Time for poorly run businesses like this to be done.

What a beautiful experience we had. Food was amazing. Service was 10 out of 10 summary to was such…read morea good waitress and the bottomless mimosas were worth it.

First time here! This place was not bad at all! I ordered the lemon garlic fettuccine and my wife…read morehad the eggplant parm, safe to say it was better than expected! The garlic bread was disappointing though, maybe it was because we came in an hour before closing on a holiday and staff and cooks were just ready to leave but overall we were satisfied with the food and service. I gave 3 stars because the garlic bread tasted like it was sitting out and was just reheated and also the energy of the place could be better. Nonetheless I'm confident I will update my review the next time I come from a 3 star to potential a 4 or 5!

This was our first time at Tina's and we already know we'll be back!…read more Thomas greeted us with a friendly smile, brought our orders in a short amount of time, and kept our coffees filled in between. My California omelette was hands down the best omelette I've had in years. Between the great service and the killer food, this place is a 10/10!

Mehhhhhhh when I saw the shrimp and cheesy bacon grits on the menu, I was sooo excited! But it was…read morehonestly really really bland. The shrimp lacked flavor, and the grits were so plain! Yes they were called "cheesy bacon grits," but they were plain grits with bacon and cheese sprinkled on top. My husband got a Belgian waffle, and he asked for whipped cream--it was a $7 upcharge for the saddest serving of whipped cream on the side. My son was happy with his child's pancake and fruit, but that is the only upside. Just a really lackluster experience.

Came for dessert, left with a new date night spot…read more Once we sat down, our server came over to share recommendations and take our order. Cookie skillet: 1. Hot and rich 2. Enough for two people 3. Cookie is brownie-like in the best way As we were seated, we saw other patrons order some very yummy food. I'm excited to try the pizza and pork belly the next time we return.

A consistent neighborhood spot that always feels welcoming no matter how busy they are…read more Stopped in after my walk -- but before the cake because chronologically that does matter -- and ordered my usual flat white with vanilla syrup. Even though they were busy, the service was still excellent. I sat at the bar and ended up having really good conversations with the baristas and a few customers about how much East Bay Coffee has grown over the years. I even showed pictures from when they first opened and it was only a coffee shop. It's been really nice watching this place evolve into more than just coffee while still keeping the same welcoming atmosphere. The food is always solid, the drinks are consistently good, and if you haven't tried them in the evening for dinner and drinks, you definitely should. Big love to Lisa and Bill -- and definitely miss Billy behind the bar. Always happy to support this spot.

It's been so long since I've been to Pear Street Bistro, and while in the area recently for a few…read moreevents, I popped in with some friends on two different occasions. Love seeing this spot so lively! Both visits were for apps and sips, but I did notice they added more dishes and variety to the menu for lunch/dinner options. Friendly service, fun atmosphere, and also different rooms within the space pending what your feeling ~ the bar area for drinks/apps, the restaurant space if wanting to truly sit down and have that type of intimate environment too. The Pear Salad has always been my go-to, and happy it's still on the menu. Chopped lettuce, gorgonzola crumbles, candied walnuts, champagne vinaigrette, and pear slices. I also enjoyed the Cheese Please for sharing, which comes with toast, three different cheeses, dried cranberries, pears, candied walnuts, and olives. Can you sense the pear theme? We were heading to a play at the Pinole Community Playhouse (walkable & across the street), but check out Pear Street's fun happy hours, events, and weekly specials. Plenty of restaurant parking in the back too.

Came here for the Cinco De Mayo event. We were a party of 9. They had a DJ…read more The food came out hot and it was delicious. They were no complaints in the area from anyone. One of our party members ordered the Rum Punch. It was overly sweet. Another ordered a drink that was not great at all, sent it back.. only to be told that they do not take back drinks, but made an exception that time. However, if the drink is made wrong or disgusting.. there shouod be understanding around that. We ordered the bottomless Mimosas. It seemed like it was difficult to get a grenadine on the side because I had to constantly ask for it. We had to talk to the manager because our waitress was not consistent with the pouring of bottomless. We lost about 30 to 45 mins of time because of it. The manager understood and granted us more time. I also did not like that fact that our finished plate sat on the table way longer than what they should have. Maybe the waiter was overwhelmed or overworked.

first time to sue's place for brunch…read more My friend took me out for brunch here a couple weeks ago for my birthday. There aren't very many cafés that look like this. food here was great! french toast with filipino flair! service was good and ambiance was old school diner!

Sue's has truly grown on us over the past two years. It's now one of our favorite restaurants in…read morethe East Bay. Like a movie that gets better with every rewatch, each visit just feels better. The food keeps tasting better, and the service has always been consistently good. Adding 2 stars! BB

Hidden gem in El Sobrante that serves up some of the best Laotian and Thai food in the Bay Area…read more Every time we visit, must-orders are the Nam Khao (crispy rice ball salad with fermented pork sausage and fresh herbs) and Ka Soy (Laotian noodle soup). If you see Nam Khao on the menu of a Laotian/Thai restaurant, that means they know what they are doing just because it's so labor-intensive to make a salad(!) and the fermented pork has to be damn-near perfect for this salad to really shine and round out the fresh herbs and seasonings which includes lime juice, vinegar, and fish sauce. Ka Soy (the noodle soup) is a comfort food enjoyed in Southeast Asia. It's not the Thai-style where it's a curry broth and the noodles are fried, so let's not get it mixed up. Instead, it's bone broth that been simmered for hours and it's somewhat a lighter broth. The noodles are wide rice noodles in a big bowl of hot broth served with a mixture of ground pork cooked down with tomatoes along with fresh bean sprouts, scallions, and cilantro - simply a divine noodle soup that a must-try. It's not overly complex in terms of flavor, but it's a bowl of good ol' noodle soup that is comforting and great-tasting. If you haven't tried Laotian food, give Sue's Kitchen a try. try some new flavors and you may just become a regular (if you aren't already). The owners are friendly too! It's a husband-and-wife team!

Wife and I had chef special tilapia and roast pork rice plate and it's was great. A local go to…read morespot that you will be happy you tried!

You should definitely visit Amber's in Pinole, California. Their cuisine is delicious, service is…read moregreat, and customer satisfaction is clearly a priority. I ordered the New York steak, medium rare, with potatoes and eggs, and it was outstanding. The abundance of potatoes complemented the perfectly cooked steak. I will certainly return and make it a point to dine here regularly. In addition to the exceptional quality of food was also matched by the outstanding customer service provided by the staff, waitress, and owner. A situation arose when the customer in the booth in front of me shed hairs into my food; however, our waitress promptly addressed the issue, and the owners graciously offered to replace my meal. The original dish, a ribeye, was not inexpensive, but the replacement was prepared with the same care and presented with equal deliciousness.

This was not my choice of restaurant but I went w/ my uncle & aunt, real meat eaters !!…read moreSo the waitress stated this is a meat place & they stopped carrying veggie burgers , plus they had no vegetables ! NO VEGETABLES ?!! But I was able to get a very plain salad ( iceberg, cucumber, tomato & croutons ) a w/italian dressing plus some sautéed mushrooms & the ever reliable French fries !! ( Definitely not a place for vegans but vegetarians would be ok if they ate dairy & eggs ) I couldn't believe they discontinued the veggie burger & had no frozen California blend veggies ! I won't be going back !!!!! Plus the fries were not that great either !! They were shoestrings but some were overcooked : really hard & dry ( uneatable ) ! There was not really notable decor , but it just seemed old & outdated, not in a charming way !!

Had one of the best sandwiches of my life at their food truck at the Alameda Flea Market. Try it…read moreout!

John is amazing! He catered for my brothers graduation party this past summer for 35 people and…read morepeople were so impressed. We asked for a BBQ style cuisine so he made pulled pork sliders, caprese sticks and bacon wrapped dates with goat cheese. Absolutely to die for! We were so happy that we hired him again for my grandmothers bday dinner a few months later. It was a formal sit down dinner for 10 people and he not only cooked an delicious meal with duck roulade that blew everyone's mind, but he also was a wonderful addition to the event. Very professional and fun to talk to. I definitely recommend him for your next party or event!

The food was pretty good, and the tortillas were homemade and amazing. I would have liked a larger…read moreportion and the beans were puréed, that was new to me. Sausage was a bit different than what I expected, but OK. Based on reviews I was expecting it to be fire. It was good, but not fire. BTW, meals come with a coffee

Been back a few times now and it hasn't disappointed! This time we got the Huevos Revueltos con…read moreChorizo and the Pan con Todo y Adobada. Both items had wonderfully seasoned meats. A flavorful, satisfying lunch!