The food is delectable and the service is top notch. The vibey ambiance is what keeps me coming…read moreback as my weekly post- work watering hole. Ali, the manager, is kind and present. The bartender Masha serves the drinks cold and strong!!

Great service, fabulous cocktails ( Grateful Dead themed) and so cool to be where the dead began as…read morethe Warlocks! Beautiful building with dead memorabilia in tact!

4.5 but rounded up Drinks are generally good and it's really…read morelively for a cocktail bar usually with a DJ on weekends. It can def get a lil loud inside so if you're trying to catch up with a friend outside seating might be the way to go. I'd hafta say my favorite drink would be climates best by gov test. The drink tasted great and the jalapeno ice sphere was really unique. Overall, great music and good vibes and great drinks.

This place needs to fix the bar's racist attitude. Your bartender skipping people over for not…read morelooking a certain way (because there's no other reason why you'd skip over someone for the people right behind them?) when they're patiently waiting five minutes for a drink, trying to enjoy a Saturday night. And then instead of serving them, you kick them out for speaking up? It's 2026. No excuse for having someone like that behind the bar. Do better.

Beer Campaign…read more Locally-owned brew pub that was formerly just a tasting room before beginning food operations sometime during Covid. We arrived starving after a long hike at nearby Corte de Madera, and were craving some comfort food and beer to appease our appetites, and Ghostwood hit the spot! The Good: * Street, lot, and garage parking available, but more on that later. * Outdoor dog-friendly seating * Game room in the back with pool, pinball, and other forms of entertainment. * 50% off all drinks Fri & Sat night from 9 p.m. until closing. * Happy Hour Mon - Fri 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. * QR code menu ordering and payment through Toast, which is our favorite. * Service was friendly and efficient. * Fresh housemade beers and full complement of spirits and mixed drinks. * Chicken Tacos were a pleasant surprise, as they were delicious and packed with chicken and toppings. * Redwood Rodeo Burger was an outstanding smashburger! So much flavor and the meat-to-toppings-to-bread ratio was perfect. Definitely hit the spot! * Special big ups to the Beef Tallow Fries that were crispy and just fantastic. The Meh: * It is a family-friendly establishment, so prepare for unsupervised kids running amok in the game room while the parents get plastered. -_- * I thought the Fried Pickles were pretty good, but Carissa felt like they needed more batter or something. The Ugly: * Downtown Redwood City can be extremely popular, especially on weekends, so parking can be a real hassle. I'd recommend finding the Jefferson Avenue Garage which gives you the first two hours for free. Conclusion: Come for the beer but stay for the food. Highly recommended.

We came to Ghostwood Kitchen few weekends ago and had a relaxing time! It was fun for the little…read morekids to walk around and play arcade games. We were a table for 10 so we got the space in the arcade room which was perfect for us! I like that we can order through their QR code website and we don't have to worry about splitting the bill. My husband and I ordered the Ghostwood Smash Burger! Unfortunately I didn't get a photo of it but the patty was super juicy and delicious! Also ordered a side of salad which was decent. Overall service was great and servers were very attentive. Definitely would love to come back again to try other things on the menu!

Guys, anyone wanting to give it less than 5 stars just doesn't get it... it's a sweet nostalgic,…read moreWoodside tradition. Nothing like anything else available in Woodside. Locals secret spot almost, nothing pretentious, come as you are, drinking your beer or wine (cocktails available too) and enjoy bands or enjoy from afar to hang out with friends and chat. There is usually a $5 cover on music nights and it's cash only for entrance...and if you don't have cash on you, they are right next to a Wells Fargo ATM and if I remember correctly one inside too. Anyway, it's the type of place that there are for sure regulars that the bartender will know your name. Good old school vibes. A little divey for all the cool reasons. Hope it never changes.

You had me at live music…read more Came to support David Hobbes & really enjoyed the space. Older crowd (37) but I fit in well too Single bartender holding it down. Live music most Thu-sun it seems. Support an artist trying to sing!

Fantastic Cocktails, Vibrant Small Plates, and Great Group Vibe!…read moreWe had an outstanding meal at Horsefeather in Town & Country Village near Stanford! The space is sleek, modern, and light-filled, making it a perfect spot to gather with friends for lunch or evening drinks and bites. Here is a breakdown of what we tried: Deviled Eggs: A must-order appetizer! Topped with tobiko/caviar, crispy shallots, and chives, they are incredibly creamy with a nice pop of texture and savoriness. Korean Fried Chicken Wings: Crispy, perfectly glazed in a sweet-and-spicy sauce, and topped with sesame seeds. Served with a cool dipping sauce that balances out the heat wonderfully. Tacos (Carnitas & Shrimp): Both taco options were served on warm, fresh corn tortillas topped with pickled red onions, cilantro, and served with a side of slaw and spicy salsa. High quality and super flavorful. Roasted Cauliflower: A gorgeous mixture of purple and white cauliflower tossed with a rich green pesto and drizzle of spicy red pepper sauce. A phenomenal vegetable side with a great kick. French Fries: Golden, crispy, well-seasoned, and served in a massive bowl--perfect for sharing across the entire table. Overall: Excellent presentation, generous portions for small plates, and a super welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're stopping by for creative craft cocktails or grabbing a bite with a group near campus, Horsefeather delivers. Highly recommended!

4.5 The service was…read moregreat, a friendly atmosphere despite being in the Town & Country shopping center. (pro-tip, park in the very back, behind Trader Joe's!) The restaurant is open and airy, perfect for Palo Alto. I went for lunch, middle of the week with a reservation but it was very quiet. I found the menu to be small but you can tell they put a lot of thought into it. We had a tough time deciding despite minimal choices! We ordered: Umami fries, a good starter Poke Bowl, very pretty but maybe a bit too much rice Wild Mushroom Miso Linguine + fried Chicken, very tasty but probably cheesier than I would have liked. They have an interesting drink menu as well. Overall a nice place to eat. I don't know what it's like for dinner, but for lunch it was a wonderful, casual place to dine.

Cocktail spot in downtown Redwood City with happy hour…read more Highlights: - Happy hour; $3 off like can choose from most anything, Monday-Friday 3-6pm - Outdoor area on street to hang out - Nice bartender - Have more drink options posted behind the bar that are on the menu - 8 minute walk from train Midlights: - Drinks are just ok: vesper and old fashioned 3 stars Lowlights: - No snack options

This place is so cool and they have such great music on the weekends…read more During the holiday season, they have a hot thoties. Totally recommend this for the cold season. The staff is extremely efficient with getting drinks together quickly, especially when they're busy I don't believe that they serve food The only area of opportunity for this place is for the amount of drinks that they're serving. There's only two bathrooms. So expect to stand in a long line.

This is CLEARLY my wife and I go to Michelin one star restaurant. Where to begin?…read more The reservation, easy to get...check. Parking also easy, after 5 pm the front desk said you can park in the nearby business lots....check Service always outstanding! They have coat check and great servers who know the menu backwards and forwards. CHECK NOW THE FOOD, what to say...a little of everything. Don't go to spruce in SF come here instead, I had the A5 Wagyu cooked perfectly. I also had the cold soups and scallops here, also cooked perfectly. AND THOSE PARKER ROLLS YUM....thr duck is also cooked to perfection. And the wine list what can I say??? My favorite French wine always in stock. We always leave with fond memories.

My husband and I decided to celebrate my birthday here at The village Pub and chose their Saturday…read morebrunch. We were seated in the main dining area that has a prix fixe menu but we were also able to order from their ala carte menu. Some people complain that the ambience is outdated and it feels old but we thought the interiors were charming and well maintained. We experienced the Michelin Star charm in service right from the beginning. Our server Justin was thoughtful throughout even though there was a slight glitch in service when he forgot our coffee and tea order. We waited for quite some time and had to remind him about it. He had clearly forgotten about it. The coffee and tea was delicious but we still saw the charge on our check despite his forgetfulness. We felt this wasn't the Michelin Star experience but it was a one off situation so it was water under the bridge. From the prix fixe menu, I chose half a dozen Saint Simon Oysters, their French omlette Forestiere and the chocolate souffle. My husband chose the oysters too and paired them with olive oil poached wild king salmon and farmstead cheeses instead of a dessert. From the ala carte menu, we chose the lobster roll and a dozen more oysters. The oysters were said to arrive all together but we recieved only the prix fixe menu oysters first. Our server fixed that by checking up on us and made sure the next dozen arrived sooner. The first batch of oysters barely had any meat. We were slightly disappointed so our server made sure the next batch that we paid full price from the ala carte menu from were doubled up. We appreciated the effort. Doubled up meat definitely added more flavor and gave us something to rave about. They were briny and delicious! The chef also sent out 2 tiny bites on the house to celebrate guests! They were beef carpaccio bites and my husband enjoyed those a lot! The lobster roll was beautifully buttery but it was missing slaw. I thought there wasn't enough tartness to balance out the creaminess. It was still very good though. The rest of the food was impeccable! The omlette was French and so delicious and delicate! The wild mushrooms tasted out of the world. The thin layer of cheese spread inside the delicate omlette was just buttery beauty! My husband's olive oil poached salmon was just melt in your mouth delicious! The cheeses were specialty and the souffle was best I've ever had! The food reminded us so much of our visit to France last year! We chose 2 mocktails and they were delicious too! The mignardises or the chocolate bon bons were the perfect end to this delicious meal! A special ice cream sandwich for my birthday on the house was much appreciated. I cannot wait to dine here in the future and explore other options from their menu!

San Agus is a super fun Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar on the edge of downtown Palo Alto…read more Parking was easy to find nearby and the restaurant had a steady stream of customers, with options for indoor and outdoor seating. Our party sat outdoors and the service was excellent, as was the food and drink. The prices were very reasonable and the portions were comfortably sized for a full meal. We enjoyed the dietary accommodations as well, including multiple vegetarian / vegan choices.

Quesabirria 4 crunchy tortilla, pan-fried with cheese, shredded beef inside, beef consommé (sold…read moreseparately), meaty, juicy, flavorful Al Pastor Taco 3 red pork meat, slightly burnt, juicy, medium flavorful

Small spot that shares its food side with a fast-food Indian curry place next door. I'm pretty sure…read morethis spot has been a few other things before, I hope it stays this Tap as it's a perfect fit to what else is around. We went on a Thursday night, super quiet but nice TV to watch games and the beertender was friendly and accommodating (offered me hand sanitizer) lol. The food options were perfect with beer!

You come here for the masala chips, chill hangout spot for a fun vibe, pizza and food connected to…read morethe Indian Pizza spot inside the same venue, patio space and friendly staff, and cool owner. I have been here at least a handful of times with the new ownership change several months ago. I used to stop by less frequent when it was under the former management. The masala chips are like Indian style fries. I would double down on even more sauces, since everyone loves the chips and it would keep the flavors exciting as you watch the games, especially this weekend for the World Cup! Thanks Deep for helping make my friend's graduation special!

The Saddle Room is about as divey as they come. It's cash only, but don't worry there's a Chase ATM…read moreright outside. They've got TouchTunes so you can play your own music, darts, and even liar's dice behind the counter. The drinks are extremely cheap and STRONG. Definitely the kind of spot that keeps the night going.

Bar is like that m TV show, " Cheers." :-) I was just…read morethinking about that wonderful community bar we have, and it really struck me how special it is. $5 drinks but no food except chips, peanuts, and popcorn. Only special times when we have a community meal. It is incredible to think that people have been making memories there for decades - easily 30 or even 40 years like my husband, Mike! It truly feels like a cornerstone of our neighborhood, a place where everyone knows your name and you always feel at home. All visitors have gone thru the challenges of life despite their differences--respectfully. And so much of that incredible, welcoming spirit comes directly from Chris, the manager with Nick and Janine, the bartenders. Chris genuinely believes in creating a true community hub, fostering an atmosphere where everyone feels like they're part of an extended family. You can really feel that dedication when you're there; it's exactly the kind of friendly, local spot we all cherish. We hope to celebrate my husband's birthday on Saturday, June 6!