Incredible. Bartending service.. highly attentive and very skilled mixologists! I especially love…read morethat they have Japanese whiskey which I have not found elsewhere and maybe it's because I'm not much of a drinker, but I was so impressed with the quality of cocktails and cocktail choices that vibe with the historic flapper theme. It's a really beautiful place to take a date or have an intimate setting and especially love how chill it is.

The ambiance embodies a refined speakeasy aesthetic--intimate, stylish, and thoughtfully curated…read more The service was exceptional; our waitress delivered a seamless and attentive experience throughout the evening. The standout recommendation is the Wagyu beef burger--rich, indulgent, and executed to perfection. The drink menu is well-balanced and appropriately priced for the caliber of the establishment. My only critique: the absence of a smoked Old Fashioned, which would have elevated an already impressive cocktail program.

I'm a little reluctant to post a positive review of Oak & Iron, but that's purely out of…read moreselfishness. I really don't need more people finding out about this place and taking my seat. I love slipping into Oak & Iron for a quick drink, and one of the best parts is that you can bring over tacos from Bad Ass Tacos--or really whatever you're eating--and enjoy them with your drink. They don't mind at all. On certain nights, they also serve some seriously high-end BBQ that's definitely worth checking out. The vibe is calm, cool and just a little speakeasy-ish. It's the kind of place where you can actually relax and have a conversation without screaming across the table. They also have a really fun trivia night, and the staff has always been attentive, friendly and completely chill. Bring a friend. Bring a group. Have some food and a couple of drinks. Just please don't tell too many other people about it. Because if I show up and can't get a seat, I'm sitting with you.

If you want an old-fashioned order it smoked it is excellent and the pricing is good on their…read moredrinks. Good whiskey.

Came here with a group, and we all opted for the tasting menu. Each course was thoughtfully…read morepresented and executed well, and most of the dishes were delicious. The standout was the final savory course: A5 wagyu dipped in a rich onsen egg yolk, which was easily the highlight of the meal. That said, the portions are quite small, and not every course felt equally memorable, so I'm not entirely sure the experience justified the price. Still, the service, presentation, and overall pacing made it an enjoyable dinner--especially for a group looking to celebrate a special occasion or try something different.

My fiance tried this place with his family then brought me here to have a taste. He said the place…read morewas delicious! We drove out and got there after 2.5 hours in traffic. I'm going to say that the service was really nice and the staff was really attentive. There wasn't many other people there, which is not great to see because they deserve more attention! They got nice modern comfortable decor and wide open spaces. We tried the tasting menu for each of us as well as an additional dish of steak. Champagne and sake were our choice of alcohol. The tasting itself was $88 and it serves 9 courses. I recommend having it if you aren't sure what to eat. All the dishes were presented nicely and tasted wonderful. We had an additional tasting after for round 2. Haha not because it didn't fill us up, but because we had to invite more people. The tasting is enough to make sure you're full. Plentiful parking in the lot attached. The location is a bit buried inside where the neighborhood is quiet, but it is definitely worth a try. They have sister restaurants called Omaniku in the 626 area as well. I recommend anyone to come try for anniversary, birthdays, date nights, celebrations, or get togethers! You'll impress them with the taste.

Our first visit to Cork Dork was a great one! We made reservations for 5:30pm on a Saturday and we…read morewere seated immediately. The interior of the restaurant is small and feels upscale. The menu is on a small iPad so you can click on a picture a see what the menu item looks like. I liked this feature so I knew exactly what I was ordering. We decided to order the crispy cauliflower, the short rib hummus dish, and baba's chicken. The crispy cauliflower was delicious. I liked the sauce and crispy chickpeas that came with it. We really enjoyed the short rib with the hummus and pita too. The meat was tender and the combination of the flavors was excellent. Baba's chicken was amazing. It was better than I expected. The flavor of the chicken with the couscous and carrots was great. We would get all of these items again. We ended the meal with the chocolatine dessert. This was one of the best desserts we've ever had. The warm chocolate Crossiant bread pudding with the horchata ice cream on top was perfection. I loved the little detail of the sprinkled honeycomb. We would come back just for this dessert! We loved all of the food we ate at Cork Dork and look forward to our next visit!

Three of us came here for dinner and were seated promptly upon arrival. The restaurant is…read morebeautifully decorated, and the service was attentive and professional throughout the evening. As pescatarians, we found the menu somewhat limited. While the food was competently prepared and attractively presented, it did not justify the final bill of $213.77. The meal began with a complimentary amuse-bouche of burrata cream on watermelon tasting which was elegant and flavorful, but small. For starters, we ordered the Hamachi, Salmon Tartare Tacos, and Smoked Trout Toast. Each dish had an interesting concept, but none stood out. The salmon and tartare were ground so finely that they lacked the texture and freshness we expected. For our entrées, we had the Tomato & Burrata and the Sea Bream. The sauce accompanying the burrata was excellent and was the highlight of the meal. Unfortunately, the sea bream itself was slightly overcooked. We also tried two non-alcoholic drinks: a hibiscus mocktail and a lychee lemonade. Both were pleasant but unremarkable. For dessert, we ordered the peach galette and the chocolate dessert. They were nicely presented but tasted average. The chocolatine contained croissant bits. Given the restaurant's prices, we expected desserts to be better curated and with memorable flavors. Instead, they reminded us of supermarket-quality desserts. Overall, this is a beautiful restaurant with excellent service, but the food did not live up to either the presentation or the price. We'd consider returning for the atmosphere, but not for the value.

Laura was amazing! so informative so adorable we enjoyed all the fabulous service…read more She kept checking on us which made us feel great. Tito's Tuesdays was really fun and I was pleased with the food too.

Hayley was the bestest ever as our server. She let me taste several beers before picking my…read morefavorite.

Went there for brunch. We sat on the patio and it was very nice. The food and service were great…read more Will definitely go back.

Items purchased: 4 Margaritas, 3 Burrito Bowls and 1 Tijuana Ceasar Classic. $155.00…read moreFood: A, Food was Fresh and nicely presented and came out of the kitchen in a timely manner. Service: A, Hostess and Waitress greeted us and they were polite and courteous. Cleanliness: A, The Dining area and outside patio were clean. The Bathroom was stocked but messy with used towels on the floor. Value: A, Pricing was on point. Just a Little disappointed that there was a charge for Chips and Salsa. Ambiance: A, Pleasant.

Wow! What a great find in Thousand Oaks…read more From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting. The service was great. Our server, Michael, was incredibly kind and attentive, knowledgeable about the menu, and raved about how delicious the food was. He was right! The food was excellent! My ribeye was tender and cooked perfectly. My husband's meal was equally as good. We will definitely be back. It was a fantastic place for our date night but I think it would be equally nice for a celebration.

What an amazing experience, The moment we stepped in we felt so welcomed…read more Phil warmly greeted us, introduced himself and shook our hands. We had the family schnitzel and it was delicious, crispy, fresh and the salad is perfectly dressed. The coffee was smooth as well. The staff was so personable and attentive. The decor and ambiance did not disappoint! We were trying to find something to eat on a road trip and we're feeling disappointed that mostly everything around was chain restaurants and places that lack any personality, we are so glad we tried Phil's. Phil's has a human that feels like it is becoming rare in a sea full of iPad restaurant experiences. We will definitely be returning back and recommending to friends. If you are in the area this is your place.

3 years passed and I am back at this very special restaurant!…read moreMenu is completely different and yet again every dish was special and done perfect! Ambiance and service are truly exquisite. I highly recommend this place for special occasion or if you want to have a wonderful time w friends or family. Drinks were made exactly as they should be! Bartender is a pro!!! Can't wait to be back!!!

I normally wouldn't go out this far for a meal but it was a first (and last) date. Food was not…read moreparticularly memorable (nor was the date). The service was impeccable though even though I did feel like I was dining right off the lobby ... because I was. I'm sure the date skewed this lower but I wouldn't make an effort to return.

Nonna is a great choice when you want Italian food that feels genuinely homemade without turning…read moredinner into an all-night production. The menu has some interesting options, the food came out quickly, and the service was very good. Quick take: Get the Chilean Sea Bass special if it is available, the homemade pastas, and the Prosciutto Rucola e Grana Pizza. Skip the meatballs. Know that nearly all the pasta is made in-house, while the spaghetti and penne are imported from Italy (if I'm remembering correctly) The Chilean Sea Bass special was the standout and absolutely worth ordering when offered. Since specials change, I would ask about it before getting too attached, but this would be my first choice. Everyone I was with agreed it was standout and wished they ordered it. The pastas are another strength. I do not like cream, and the server told me they could remove those ingredients, which gave me considerably more flexibility with the menu. It is also worth knowing that the spaghetti and penne are the one exception to the house-made pasta because they are shipped in from Italy. The cocktails were creative and interesting, although almost too sweet for me. Service was friendly and efficient. The only real drawback is that the dining room feels cramped, so this is not the place to go if you need a lot of personal space. Overall, Nonna delivers interesting Italian food, excellent homemade pasta and good service.

Took my wife here for her birthday and overall had a really good experience with a couple hiccups…read more We were greeted right away by the hostess, who was warm and welcoming and even wished my wife a happy birthday -- nice touch. We were initially seated outside next to a family with two young kids who were pretty loud. Totally understandable (we have kids too), but we were hoping for a more relaxed, cozy night. Our waitress was great from the start. After ordering the fritto misto calamari (which was good), we asked if we could move inside since it was pretty hot out. I do wish we had been seated inside from the beginning, especially for a birthday dinner. Once inside, the experience completely changed for the better, much more intimate and exactly what we were looking for. We also got a red wine from the Pursued by Bear line (don't remember the exact one, but it had a bold bear on the label) -- smooth, full-bodied, and went really well with the pasta. I got the cacio e pepe and my wife ordered the strozzapreti. Hers was definitely the standout -- the pasta was soft and the red sauce had a lot more flavor than I expected, especially since I don't usually go for red sauce. My cacio e pepe was still good, just a bit simpler. For dessert, we had the vanilla panna cotta and Nonna's cake -- both solid and a nice way to end the night. Overall, a really good experience. The service and indoor ambiance definitely made the night.

I really enjoyed my experience this last week for the Wednesday girls night. They very generously…read moreoffer a free cocktail or glass of wine for girls night. The place has the most gorgeous decor inside and a beautiful patio outside. It's really fun to look at the wine wall, learn about the wines from all the different regions, and then try pours at various sizes and prices, from 1oz to an entire bottle. Great wine selections and good prices too. The cocktails looked beautiful too! We enjoyed our food that was great for sharing. We ordered the margarita pizza, Caesar salad, meatballs, and a vodka pasta. All delicious. We enjoyed the patio outside. We decided to sit outside since it is a bit cold inside, so I would recommend a shawl if you sit inside. Can't wait to go back. I would love to try their happy hour and come for live music! This is a great addition to the area.

Extremely disappointing experience -- especially for a birthday celebration…read more We chose this restaurant to celebrate my birthday and made a reservation specifically for the occasion. I mentioned the birthday when making the reservation, and my brother even brought flowers to the restaurant for me. There was absolutely no question that this was a special celebration. Unfortunately, the entire experience felt careless and poorly managed. Our server took away our wine glasses and left us with only water glasses. We waited for quite a while, and eventually had to ask for wine glasses just so we could use the self-service wine machines -- which are one of the main features that attract people to this restaurant in the first place. It was frustrating to have to ask for something as basic as a wine glass in a restaurant built around a wine experience. The service throughout the meal was consistently inattentive. Utensils were brought late multiple times, and after our dishes were changed, we had to sit and wait for utensils before we could even start eating. My daughter's pasta order was also brought incorrectly. But what made the experience particularly disappointing was how completely ignored our special occasion was. Despite the birthday being noted in the reservation and the obvious presence of birthday flowers, there was not even a simple "Happy Birthday" from the restaurant. We were not expecting anything extravagant -- just a basic acknowledgment that would have shown some attention and hospitality. Then came the final unpleasant surprise: we were charged an additional large-party fee. Our group was 4 adults and 2 children -- 6 people total. We have dined at many restaurants with a group of this size and have never been charged an additional fee like this without it being clearly communicated and justified. Considering the level of service we received, seeing an unexpected extra charge on the bill was especially disappointing. What should have been a memorable birthday dinner instead felt like an afterthought. The issue was not one small mistake. Mistakes happen. The problem was the combination of poor service, lack of attention, incorrect food, the complete lack of acknowledgment of a birthday that was clearly communicated in advance, and finally an unexpected additional charge. For a restaurant that presents itself as an experience rather than simply a place to eat, I expected much more professionalism and hospitality. Unfortunately, this is not a place I would choose again for a special occasion, and based on this experience, I would have a hard time recommending it to others.