Been here multiple times for brunch and dinner and each time everything was great! Interior, nicely decorated/cute with flowers. You can also pick up some bouquets in their floral section. One thing I love to get is their Truffle Honey Egg Sando. I love how the honey compliments the sando and the truffle flavor is perf. Another memorable dish is the GIWA Prime Long Rib. So softtt, flavorful, perfect balance of meat and fattiness, and cut in to perfect bite size pieces. The salad on the side also adds a nice refreshing touch. Also plated nicely too. The table also loved the Truffle Potato Pancake. Again, they do truffle well! The Creamy Uni and Tobiko Rice Pot was also really good! The drinks come with a cute heart straw :) They have a few new, unique dishes that are definitely worth trying. Service was great, super friendly/communicative/informative. Parking lot can sometimes be packeddd/busy. Def reccomend going here just to try great food, have celebrations such as birthdays, or catch up with friends read more

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As visitors, our family wanted to take us to Giwa after hearing that it was known for its beautiful atmosphere and aesthetic. From the moment we arrived, it was easy to see why. We arrived for our 7 p.m. reservation for a party of seven and quickly discovered that parking was one of the biggest challenges of the evening. The lot was extremely busy, and finding a spot took some patience. Once inside, however, we were immediately impressed. The restaurant is absolutely stunning, with thoughtful design throughout and gorgeous floral installations. I also noticed that they sell fresh flowers, which adds a unique touch to the space. We were seated in an area right near the entrance, which admittedly wasn't the most desirable location in the restaurant. Thankfully, being in California, the occasional breeze from the front doors opening wasn't an issue. The bigger challenge was that two round tables had been pushed together to accommodate our group, leaving one person seated awkwardly at the junction between them. That said, the hospitality more than made up for the less-than-ideal seating arrangement. Partway through our meal, after most of the food had arrived, a staff member (who I believe may have been an owner) stopped by to ask if we were celebrating anything special. When she learned it was a birthday dinner, she generously gifted our table a bottle of grape soju and even served it for us. She also promised ice cream for the younger members of the group at the end of the meal. During our conversation, she apologized for the seating situation and explained that some parties had stayed longer than expected, preventing the larger booth area from being available for our reservation. Her warmth and genuine kindness turned what could have been a minor disappointment into a memorable part of the evening. As for the food, I had the opportunity to try quite a few dishes. My favorite was easily the kimchi fried rice, which came on a hot skillet topped with cheese corn and a fried egg. It was flavorful, comforting, and something I would absolutely order again. The bulgogi pasta was probably my least favorite dish of the night. I enjoyed the creamy texture and the bit of spice, but there was something about the overall flavor that didn't quite work for me. The seafood pasta was much more successful, offering plenty of spice and flavor, though I found it a little too oily. We also tried both the beet salad and mushroom salad. The beet salad was a bit underwhelming and could have used more flavor, while the mushroom salad was surprisingly enjoyable. The katsu was another standout, with a massive portion and a perfectly crispy coating. My only criticism was that the accompanying potato salad was a little too egg-forward for my taste. Overall, Giwa delivered exactly what we were hoping for in terms of atmosphere. The beautiful interior design, welcoming ambiance, and attentive staff created a memorable dining experience. While not every dish was a hit, the highlights were excellent, and the exceptional hospitality was what truly made the evening stand out. read more

GIWA is a Fusion restaurant for Korean American cuisine. It is nicely decorated with a lot of flower accents. It made you feel like a bridal shower thrown by your wealthy aunts - soft pink tones , floral arches , chandeliers dripping with crystals , etc There are even an attached flower shop that you can pick a mini bouquet with your meals . There are breakfast menu , lunch and dinner . Operating hours are 8:30 am to 10:30 pm everyday. It is popular with long lines . A reservation is hight recommended. They have drinks menu for beer , wine , soft drinks , coffee , cocktails and non alcoholic drinks like sweet and creamy ube matcha latte or the change colors rose mirage ade . We orders three of the creamy uni pasta . It had fresh sea uni on top of the pasta with white wine foldedinto creamy sauce , garnished with crisp nori . Great tasting dish and we finished every single bit of it . Other family members order the omnirice with scrambled eggs , grilled sausage in curry sauce. It was delicious and satisfying. And we ordered the US chopped steak ( Wagyu tenderloin) with house sauce and assorted vegetables. However, this dish was too salty . The beef was tender and flavorful. I was looking at the Korean pork cutlet with cabbage salad and rice at the next table . I would like to try that next time. I just love the vibe and the interior decoration! It made me feel Like I were Alice in the wonderland attending a tea party ! Took lots of pictures with beautiful flowers . #674 review read more

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I thought all the stellar reviews were due to people loving the aesthetic of the place and I was sure to be disappointed with the food portion, but I wasn't! It was delicious, both my food and my drink. It really is beautiful inside, probably the prettiest place I've ever eaten. The flower shop in the corner of the restaurant. Everything is very nicely decorated...One of the few restaurants I've been to in my life where I was stunned by how pretty the bathroom looked too! Haha. I had the Korean Palace Patty (with mixed salad) and Uji Matcha Violet Cream Latte. I had to get that drink when I saw it had lavender cream, so good! The Korean Palace Patty was very flavorful and portion size was fine for me. Staff were helpful. If you order through the tablet, they'll come back to the table to verify they have the order correct. Loved my time here and would definitely come back! read more

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Parking lot available for easy parking. We were seated right away w/ our oar Parking lot available for easy parking. We were seated right away w/ our party of 3. We went on a Wednesday for brunch. Staff was friendly. We received water right away. We ordered on the computer on the table. Feels good atmosphere that was covered in flowers. There was a backdrop set up for pics too. The food was good. Coffees were bomb too. Lots of food on all orders - presentation was amazing on Croffle, salmon bene, and burger. Took 1/2 home. We would definitely go again. Great food, staff, service!Good spot to check out! read more

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Had a delicious bday brunch here for my friend with a large group. Absolutely delicious food and drinks. A little limited as I'm GF, but I got a delicious omelette and potatoes. Gorgeous decorations and interior. Fantastic service with some lovely touches for the bday girls! read more

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GIWA is such a super cute girly restaurant! When I first walked in, I was wowed at the interior design and the beautiful flowers by the entrance. I made a reservation for 2pm and was seated immediately. Parking was a bit of a challenge so be sure to come early! I ordered the Korean pork cutlet along with a matcha latte. The matcha latte was great but nothing special. The pork cutlet was delicious and super crispy! It came with a side of coleslaw salad and rice which paired well with the cutlet. Overall, GIWA is an aesthetically pleasing restaurant with great bites and you can't go wrong with going here for a nice brunch or dinner with friends. read more

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One of our new favorites in Santa Clara! Stopped by GIWA with our friends after work & we had the best time. Arrived ~5pm, there was a solid amount of parking in the lot and the interior was really spacious. We were immediately sat & brought water while we looked at the menu. We got some savory items while we our friends were in a bit more of a brunch mood - loved how much variety that had available to choose from. My favorites were the Biscoff latte, potato honey truffle sando (using bread from Milldang next door), & the salmon tower. read more

GIWA - Giwa Special Salmon Tower Lemon Garlic Lobster Pasta - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Came here before for their brunch menu last year but now they have an updated menu. We got Buttermilk honey comb, Berry bliss pancake, Pork cutlet tonketsu comb, Mildang potato truffle honey, & the Giwa special salmon towers. I absolutely loved the cutlet tonketsu comb it was perfectly cooked and paired well with the gravy. I also liked the mildang potato truffle honey it was literally like a sweet and savory. The salmon towers also was refreshing with cucumbers and the tomatoes. read more

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Tried the lobster garlic noodle, and it was really flavorful and creamy. I was worried that the lobster would be overcooked, but it was actually very tender. The black sesame French toast pleasantly surprised me with how tall the toast was (not flat like typical French toast), and there were layers inside similar to eating cake. French toast was not too sweet, which I prefer for my desserts. The service was amazing, I was holding the lobster shell and didn't know where to set it down and my waiter came over and told me to give it to him, with a napkin in his hands. The ambience was so beautiful, the restaurant is definitely one of those Instagram photo spots. There are chandeliers and flowers surrounding the restaurant. Even the bathroom was nice, which is important since you can judge a restaurant also by its bathroom. read more

GIWA - Lemon Garlic Lobster Pasta - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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If you're looking for a restaurant that feels elevated but still warm and inviting, Giwa needs to be on your list. The restaurant itself is stunning, with lush greenery, curated florals, and a cozy, upscale ambiance that makes it perfect for a special night out. Here's what we ordered: - Champagne Vinegar Beet Garden Salad - Corn Ribs - Prime Long Rib - Gochujang Glazed Bossam The standout dishes for me were the Prime Long Rib and Gochujang Glazed Bossam. Both are sous vide for 16 hours, making them incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Service was pretty quick. Everything was so pretty, yummy, and I had such a good time here! Perf for date night or even a girls night out :) read more

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Food was just okay, low value for what you are paying for. Both the uni pasta and chopped steak rice was over $30. Both were a bit salty and we questioned why we ended up paying close to $100 for 2 entrees and one drink. The staff were nice but very absent, which is an issue when we were each given one small glass of water and we were rarely checked on. It took a while for us to get the food but the drink also took a long time until we had to wave someone down to check on it. It felt like a pay at the counter, get a number and sit down level of customer service. read more

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SUCH a cute restaurant!! You are greeted with loads and loads of flowers right when you walk through the door - available for purchase! We came on a Thursday night at 6:15pm, and it was pretty empty inside so we were seated right away. The restaurant started to fill up a bit by the 7pm mark, but plenty of parking. There are tablets to order at your table, and the service is super quick once you place your order. For drinks, we got the einspanner latte and the biscoff latte, both iced. We got the classic rosé tteokbokki as an appetizer and the creamy corn kimchi fried rice for the main dish. The food came within 10 minutes of placing the order. The lattes were both very creamy, not too sweet, and pretty refreshing on a hot day. They also came with super cute heart straws! The portions of the dishes were quite large. The tteokbokki dish had plenty of long chewy rice cakes and soft fish cakes, with the creamy rosé sauce coating each bite. The creamy corn around the fried rice had a great cheese pull, and the rice was umami and flavorful. Since it is the grand opening, we were gifted two free ice creams - the strawberry & cream parfait and the banana & chocolate parfait. The strawberry & cream parfait had frozen strawberry chunks inside, and the banana & chocolate parfait was buttery, almost reminiscent of salted caramel. The milk cream on top of both was delicious. Very fun experience! I've heard the brunch here is amazing, so I will try that next :-) read more

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We came for brunch without a reservation and waited about 20mins for a table. Parking lot here is shared among other shops in this plaza so good luck :-) Ambiance: 4/5 Spacious restaurant with super cute and modern decor! My fiancé described the interior as "girly" lol xD Service: 4/5 Minimal contact with staff since you can just order through a tablet at your table but they were efficient and quick. Food: 4/5 Uni pasta - Portion was on the smaller side for a pricey dish. But it was really creamy and tasty to eat and the bread was perfect. Omurice - Again, pretty small portion. There was way more sauce than needed but the taste was fine. Pandan latte - Pandan flavor is weak. Biscoff latte - This was good! We really enjoyed dipping the biscoff into the latte :-) read more

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I came here for dinner and I want to try the breakfast soon bc I had a great experience. The service is very nice and attentive. The restaurant is very cute and the flowers for the shop gives a very nice ambiance. The food tasted great and looked even better. Definitely picture worthy. I'd be back to take my girls out, it gives girl vibes, I mean that in the best way. Although its a good date night option too. It's pricey but good for when you want to splurge. I highly recommend the Seoul Seafood Pasta, the sauce is delicious. The Fried Calamari was great too, the presentation made it even more tasty. The K.F.C (Korean Fried Chicken) was the best I've had, and I've only had it at Orchard City Kitchen-- its way better at GIWA. I ordered a decaf Madagascar latte bc their drinks looked soo good and it was late. The latte was absolutely delicious. Its slightly creamy and the expresso was smooth. I'd order a drink to go when in the area for sure. Their drinks are very good. read more

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The ambiance and food plating are unmatched! Most beautiful and aesthetically pleasing restaurant I've been to. The servers are kind and while you wait you get to explore and take photos in their small flower shop area. The food was above average, omurice and that breakfast platter was honestly just okay. The salmon tower is delicious and they give a generous amount of avocado and their butter spread to put onto the bagel. The ingredients are definitely fresh and delicious, I would get it again. Salmon is creamy however the other ingredients if you were to make a sandwich like me, it gets overpowered and flavor of the salmon is not noticeable at all. The garlic lemon lobster pasta is good but not the best. The sauce could be doing a lot more but they gave us a reasonable amount of lobster which a lot of places fail to do. The lobster is delicious. For the drinks, they're just mid. I personally got the dawn violet ade and the syrup kept settling to the bottom so I could only drink the top no matter how much I mixed it... Pandan latte was okay, can't taste it really, tastes a lot of coffee. Pandan coco matcha is also just alright, would rather get it than the latte in terms of the Pandan flavor. read more

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The ambiance here is so beautiful! The entire place has a gorgeous floral theme, and they even have a flower shop right inside the restaurant. It seemed like a super popular spot for celebrating special occasions the day I went.The food was decent and the prices were reasonable. The drinks were just okay flavor-wise, but they looked stunning and were very photogenic. I highly recommend the fried chicken--it was perfectly crispy and flavorful. We also loved the HK-style toast, but since it's on the sweeter side, it definitely works best as a dessert. Such a great spot for a girls' date! read more

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So yummy! I love aesthetic here, great for birthdays. The potatoes were crispy and flavorful. The service was okay, I ordered two lattes but they forgot to give them to us until the end of the lunch when we finally reminded them. The flowers they sell there are expensive but really pretty. I would definitely go again. read more

GIWA - Umi Creamy Uni Pasta - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Ok this is seriously one of the most charming restaurants I've ever been in. From the moment you walk in you feel like you're in a tea party fantasy every girl dreams of! It's pink and filled with flowers. The space is large with several smaller private areas for large parties. The service here is stellar! They really know how to take care of their guests. We came here with a large party and were seated in one of the private areas which was so nice. We tried lots of dishes and drinks and everything was delicious! The portions are large and the prices are remarkably affordable. They even make their own maple syrup. They go all out celebrating birthdays here too! read more

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This place has a lot of personality from the moment you step foot at the front door. The floral arrangements were beautiful and they had an actual florist putting everything together inside. The menu felt unique and the food was absolutely delicious, ordered a omurice and katsu set. read more

GIWA - Omurice Rice - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I've been to GIWA twice now and can definitely recommend them for anyone looking for a good dining experience! They are a Korean-American fusion restaurant with an extensive menu full of delicious dishes and drinks. The floral-themed ambiance makes for a classy vibe and they also have a floral shop section. The service is very attentive and friendly, they definitely want to make sure you have an enjoyable dinner! Parking is challenging, the parking lot gets full quickly and the other spots in the lot are reserved by the other business. Both times I've visited, we had to do street parking in the neighborhood. I highly recommend any of these three meat dishes: GIWA Prime Long Rib - 5/5 This was mouthwatering, so tender and packed with rich flavors. and the side salad on the side provides a good balance to the flavors. Gochujang-Glazed Bossam - 5/5 The pork belly was also tender and full of flavor. Three dipping dishes are also included: fish sauce, ssam sauce, and a sesame sauce. I enjoyed trying each sauce with wrapped with the pork belly and lettuce. US Wagyu Steak with Cheese Dip - 5/5 This is another delicious dish, the cheese dip and GIWA green sauce enhanced the flavor of the already flavorful wagyu steak. Seafood pasta dishes: Creamy Uni Pasta - 4.5/5 I love uni, so this was right up my alley! It's an acquired taste, so you gotta like uni if you want to order this. Seoul Seafood Pasta - 4.5/5 This was another delicious pasta, full of seafood pieces and the spicy tomato sauce has a rich flavor. Other meat dishes: LA Galbi Omurice - 4/5 Big portions of omurice with the LA Galbi on the side. Great flavors for both the omurice and the meat! Korean Fried Chicken - 4/5 Coated with a sweet and spicy glaze, the chicken was crunchy and nicely fried. Appetizer: Grilled Corn Ribs - 3/5 This appetizer wasn't memorable, you can skip it unless you really like corn. Dessert and drinks: Souffle Pancake with Uji Matcha Cream - 4/5 This was a good dessert! The Uji Matcha Cream was very flavorful and yummy. Rose Mirage Ade, Black Sesame Latte - 4/5 I enjoyed both of these drinks! They pair well with all the delicious food! read more

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Had a birthday gathering here and it was perfect! Ambiance and decorations were so fun. It was lively, but not too loud. They have tables off to the side for groups and we fit 13 comfortably. Service was impeccable and so friendly. They go over the top for birthdays with a sparkler candle, tiaras for photo oops and a rose. The group had such a good time and everyone loved their meals. I had chicken and waffle, a soufflé pancake, and bloody mary. All were delicious! Can't say enough good things and look forward to going back. read more

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Atmosphere: The main draw here is definitely the atmosphere. Everything is pink, pretty, and very photogenic. It has that classic Instagrammable restaurant vibe. Food: The menu seems thoughtfully designed, and almost every dish has something that catches your attention. There are also some Asian inspired flavors, like Hong Kong style black sesame. But once the food arrived, most of the dishes were just average. It is definitely a good place for photos and get togethers. The food is not bad, but it is not particularly impressive either. It can get pretty busy even around lunchtime on weekdays. read more

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Drink/Food: Yuzu Ginger Mule | Seoul Seafood Pasta | Truffle Fries | Bulgogi Pizza Overall: GIWA has been on my list but everytime I wanted to go, it would be crowded. Luckily we were able to go for Friday dinner and got seated at the bar right away. I really enjoy the aesthetic and ambiance - it is very floral, pink, modern, aesthetic with it. It is also a flower store so you're able to buy bouquets! We ordered drinks and food and everything came out quick. I was surprised with how good the food was like it exceeded my expectations. The Seoul Seafood Pasta sauce was flavorful with spice and seafood stock. I'll need to go back here for brunch! read more

I really enjoyed my last visit here so I came again and wanted to try new dishes. I really like how I can look at the pictures of the food on the iPad and order from there. I will say the food came out extremely fast. Galbi omurice (5/5): I think most omurice is drenched in normal Japanese curry, but this one is different. This sauce tastes like it's tomato based and has that sweet aromatic flavor. The rice was fried so it was packed with more flavor. The egg was typical. I thought there would be galbi in the omurice but it was on the side. The galbi was a bit underwhelming. Not too much flavor and just tender enough. Uni and tobiko rice pot (4/5): The portion was a bit small, but filling enough. The Uni did all the work by making it creamy and packed with umami flavor. The tobiko provided extra sparks of flavor. However that was a puddle of oil in the bottom of the bowl. Overall I enjoyed my time here and would like to come back. read more

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Come with an appetite. We ordered Double Double wagyu burger and Korean Pork Cutlets. The Wagyu burger was almost as good as The Samurai Burger Shibuya Japan we had last September, flavorful and enough for two moderate appetites and my wife loved the sweet potato fries. My pork cutlet dish was enough to feed a small army so much so I ate the leftovers for lunch today. The sauce on the cutlets sauce though Korean inspired was A little too sweet for me but still not bad, I used the sweet potato aioli sauce on the cutlets. I must admit I was surprised how fancy the decor was compared to the exterior. The service was very good and we had a dessert similar to Japanese pancakes but it was a spongy short cake with whipped cream and a strawberry on top, not bad. Overall we had a nice visit and I will likely have the double Double next time read more

GIWA - Pork cutlet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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That creamy uni pasta was superb! My mouth is salivating just thinking about it. And what I enjoyed the most was the simplicity of the dish... the secret is in the sauce. Ambiance is also next level, every angle is picturesque. And we were in for a delight since the crowd consisted of cosplay foodies. Quite an interesting Sunday night for a family of four. read more

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It was my first visit here. I went on a Wednesday around 1pm. We were sat right away and I assumed we beat the lunch rush since it wasn't very busy. We took a look at the menu, but had no tablet so we couldn't order. Not a big deal, I was able to get one. We ordered pancakes (my Mom's order) and French toast (my order). No drinks or anything else. We waited about 20 minutes for our food. And when it finally came, it was only the pancakes. We weren't checked on AT ALL so it took me another 10 minutes to flag down an employee to ask about my French toast...which she then told me it was going to be about 3 more minutes. My Mom was pretty much done eating by the time I got my food. Both plates of food were good enough. We were also super hungry and at least one of us is diabetic so the long wait time for our food didn't bode well at all...when we were done, it took me another several minutes to flag down another employee just to pay the bill because our tablet was taken after we placed our order. The place is cute and aesthetic...however I was SUPER disappointed in the lack of customer service. Social media hyped this place up so I was excited to try it...unfortunately, the disappointing service and wait time for food has me not wanting to come back. read more

GIWA - My Mom's pancakes. I didn't get a picture of my French toast because I was starving by the time I got it and it didn't last long. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Clara, California

We had dinner for my birthday at GIWA and we had a wonderful time! We ordered the Uni pasta with scallops and their beet salad with a side order of chicken. The uni pasta was creamy and very tasty! The beet salad was fresh and light. The burrata cheese on the salad added more flavor and texture to the salad. The chicken was okay, wished the portion was a bit bigger. The service was amazing! The staff was very welcoming and helpful - they sang happy birthday to me and made me feel very special on my day! The venue is large and decorated will beautiful lighting and flower arrangements. The vibe and aesthetic is beautiful! Definitely worth checking out! read more

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How it started: traumatized a few staff with my #interrogator and accidentally insulted the owner How it evolved: Kelly the owner recognizes me kindly as "Tina" out of the sea of generic basic azns. New staff hazing = sent to my table to get grilled on the menu Now: Basically my second home at this point. I think Kelly finally knows my name is Tian and not Tina. My go to spot for almost every occasion. The closest in terms of a total package with great food, amazing lattes, and beautiful setting for all the IG basics. FAVE ORDERS: - All the specialty lattes: black sesame latte, matcha latte, ube latte, panda latte, biscoff latte - Pistachio Prociutto Sandwich: my brain couldn't process the pistachio cream & prosciutto & burrata & rosemary garlic oil combination but my tastebuds understood the mouthgasm - Truffle Honey Egg Sando: too many of my fave keywords in one description - Rosé Tteokbokki: one of the best versions of this semi-rare in the bay dish - Fried Calamari: most distinctly calamari fried calamari I've tasted compared to the generic fried batter from every other happy hour menu - Mushroom Confit Salad SERVICE: - Incredibly busy for obvious reasons and the owner themselves work like a horse, expect slower service esp during peak hours and depending on how many IG models want their pics taken - Ash is the most capable service staff I've encountered in a long while, and I think he finally stopped trying to ignore my glares for attention half the time Misc: If they give you fireworks for your bday don't try to blow it out like a candle Instagram: TianTianEats read more

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Confession time....I was a Giwa hater on my first visit. Nothing about what we ordered screamed memorable to me and it just wasn't worth the wait. My friends dragged me back a second time and glad they did. Two dishes did it. The black sesame Hong Kong style French toast is decadent, shareable, and just the right amount of sweetness. Then the chicken and waffles are a fave combo of mine on any menu. The sweet and savory combo of juicy chicken paired with mochi-style waffles that balance the whole thing out perfectly. The vibe is adorable too. They've got a little flower shop tucked inside, which is such a fun surprise. Girls' brunch, first date, mom visit, this place fits it all. The menu is massive, so I'm sure there are other fire things on there as well as some misses, but honestly, that French toast alone is worth the trip. I'll be back for it.....would I wait for it? No, but I just avoid the weekends. read more

A fun place to visit as it is very pretty. You do get an actual menu but you order on the iPad. Feel similar to other Korean places nearby. Drinks - I felt like it tasted fine but not amazing. You can do milk replacement which I really appreciate. I won't order a drink if I came back. I ordered the scramble - You can pick your side. I thought the food was very American - not Asian fusion. The salad was drenched with dressing and the scramble was bland. The toast was very hard. I wonder if I ordered the wrong thing. Would come back since they got really good reviews and it was quite busy even on a Thursday. Can be challenging to find parking - I parked on the street. Wouldn't try coming on a weekend. Can't imagine how crazy this plaza is during the weekend. read more

GIWA - scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Came here around 2pm on a Sunday, and it was a really short wait! The interior is SO beautiful, I love the color pink and flowers!! The food was just okay though. The lemon garlic lobster pasta was my favorite thing we got. I liked how the sauce wasn't too heavy, but it was still very flavorful. The spaghetti noodles were decent (not overcooked) but I feel like it was a little odd with that type of sauce. I would've preferred linguine or fettuccine. The lobster was also really tiny :( We also tried the morin' egg w us wagyu steak. The steak was tender and I like how the only seasoning they used was salt. It came with a side of potatoes that were really bland... Lastly, we tried the creme brulee french toast. It looked REALLY sweet, but it actually wasn't too sweet surprisingly. It was just so soggy for some reason, I swear french toast is usually a little crispy. Overall, very clean and cute spot. But you are definitely paying for the ambiance and aesthetic over the food... read more

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Went in on a Sunday 12PM, waited for about 20 minutes. Our waiter Ashton was very kind and attentive. Cute ambiance with lots of flowers, you can also buy flowers inside! The Korean egg Benedict was yummy, especially the patty. The croissant waffle under the chicken was also very good. Honorable mention is the Pandan Latte and the freshly squeezed orange juice! read more

GIWA - Korean Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Date of Visit: 6/13/2026 GIWA is one of the most popular fancy brunch place in Santa Clara area. The restaurant is decorated with flowers, and you can actually purchase flowers from the menu for your loved one. On the menu there is a blend of Californian cooking style with Korean cuisine, including kalbi, bibimbap, mixing with uni and seafood. We made a reservation about 2 weeks before our visit, and were seated right away. The server was quite attentive. However, during our visit, there were two waiter and waitress drop the plates nearby our table. The first waiter dropped a plate with lobster shell and red sauce just next to out table. The other waitress later dropped a plate and an empty beer bottle, while the bottle was bouncing on the floor and broke during the third collision. Uji Matcha Violet Cream Latte $8 I got the matcha and creamy lavender latte. Grilled Corn Ribs $11 For our appetizer, we ordered the grilled corn ribs with gochujang butter and mayonnaise. The sauce was too much so the corn was mixed with plenty of sauce and too wet. Korean Pork Cutlet $27 Crispy pork cutlet served with cabbage salad and macaroni. On the side there was steamed rice and a separate bowl of house-made tonkatsu sauce. Seoul Seafood Pasta $38 One of my favorite dishes of the day was the spaghetti tossed in spicy tomato sauce with a mixture of seafood, including lobster tail, clams, mussels, scallop and shrimp. And a piece of a crispy garlic bread. Creamy Uni Pasta $34 The creamy uni pasta is a blend of fresh sea urchin and white wine, on top there was fresh sea urchin and crispy seaweed. read more

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We stopped by GIWA before heading to a concert in Palo Alto and were so glad we did. From the moment we walked in, we were impressed by the beautiful decor and welcoming atmosphere. We were craving Korean food, and this place definitely delivered. The portions were huge and perfect for sharing, and everything we ordered was fresh and flavorful. The drinks were also delicious and paired perfectly with the meal. Parking in front can be a little limited, but there is plenty of parking available in the back, which made it easy and convenient. Great food, generous portions, and a lovely ambiance. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area! read more

GIWA - Drink menu and decor - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Got brunch here with my sister on a Sunday around noon. You can add yourself to the Yelp waitlist when you're within 1 mile of the restaurant so I recommend doing that - it gets busy. We had to wait maybe 15-20 mins after adding ourselves to the waitlist for 2 ppl. The parking lot gets full but there is parking back in the neighborhoods if you're good with walking a few minutes. The restaurant is super cute inside - pretty pink flowery aesthetic. Along with being a restaurant, they sell flowers. Service was great. Our waters were never empty and staff was kind. You can order with a server or on their electronic table side device. We got the pistachio prosciutto sandwich and the smoked salmon tower to share. Was super delicious! I would definitely come back read more

GIWA - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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First timer here! This place is phenomenal! It's absolutely stunning inside, I've never seen a restaurant where they also have bouquets inside! I had the wagyu steak with the cheese dip, I've never had a steak cut with just a fork! It was so tender and delicious it was gone in a matter of minutes! Also let's get into the service! Kelly was amazinggggg I'd come back just for her! She's so funny and kind! The other servers are super attentive and friendly. The food and drinks here come out super fast so be ready! Thank you again to Kelly and the GIWA team you made my night unforgettable! I can't wait to come back! read more

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Seoul Different Cali-inspired Korean fusion cuisine that specializes in brunch, and is one of those places that you constantly see on social media because of its unique dishes and décor. The Good: * Yelp Waitlist and Reservations via the Yelp app. * We loved the décor, which is a bit upscale contemporary meets IG, if that makes sense. * Evidently, there's a flower shop inside where one can purchase flowers for the lovely missus. * We were impressed by their acoustics, as despite it being a full house inside, the noise was surprisingly tolerable. * You can order via tablet or with the wait staff which for kinda confusing, but whatever. * The soup du jour was the potato leek, and it was delicious. * Both of our lattes were phenomenal. My Uji Matcha Cream Latte was maybe the best matcha latte I've ever had, as the grassy matcha was perfectly balanced with just a little sweetness to bring out its natural flavors. And Carissa's black sesame latte was just pure deliciousness. If you like black sesame flavor, then just get this. * My Korean Pork Cutlet dish was gigantic--which was a good thing, because I was a hungry boi. The pork was pounded nice and thin and the panko coating was crispy and delicious. The Meh: * The private parking lot gets filled quickly, and there are lots of "don't park here or else" signs. There's also street parking available. * Not a fan of their seating arrangements where your "neighbors" are literally less than an arm's length away from you, and you just have to pretend they're not there. The Ugly: * Drinks and food took an obscenely long time to come out. The food I kind of get, but the drinks? They must've been really backed up for a couple of lattes to take 20+ minutes. Conclusion: Terrific food and beverages, but maybe not the best ambiance. read more

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