Just traveling through on family vacation headed to Yosemite National Park. My wife, planned a…read morestop here not realizing that Inklings was named after the famed literary giants! We are huge Lewis and Tolkien fans. In fact we are reading "Mere Christianity" on the trip! Anyway, enough of that! Here's what you really need to know--GREAT atmosphere! GREAT coffee! GREAT sandwiches! Definitely the jewel of the city! Family on our vacation are from Washington, Oregon and Texas, so you have fans across the country! Please bring an Inklings to Texas! This is a must stop! You won't be disappointed!

Coffee shop located in the heart of Downtown Pleasanton. I'm not sure this place took over another…read morebusiness at some point because the space is really large. It also has an old-timey study or library or at least a literary vibe to this place. There's multiple rooms, including a stage in the back room. I think they have events here. Service is friendly and they have classic drinks as well as some festive ones. I was here on St. Patrick's Day so I got something festive even though it was overly sugary lol. I ordered the Lucky Charms White Mocha. It was tasty, but definitely a drink I wouldn't be able to order on the regular. I was able to set up my computer and one of the side rooms and get some work done. This place seems to be a very popular place for studying and doing some work. Just a great place in a great area. They have a large lot and there's also plenty of street parking in the area, especially during the day.

The trinkets here are expensive but beautiful! I just visited this place again and now that I am a…read morefew years older I am able to appreciate the beauty of the aged building. There are cracks on the walls and the shackles and rooftop is very old-fashioned but that just adds to its charm. The owners of the shop were so sweet. They offered water and snacks and are just plain genuine. They didn't put any pressure on us to buy or to leave, even though they were closing up. They seemed more content with people just visiting and gawking at the historical site. This place is also part of the ghost tour held during Halloween. Yup, there have been many incidents here. Like footsteps on the second floor, objects being moved, stuff like that. The staircase within the shop gave me a creepy vibe. It is made of old wood and it is narrow. Looking up to the second floor is eerie and uncomfortable. Maybe I felt that way because my friend just told me that the ghosts known to inhibit the Kottinger Barn can be heard walking up and down these very steps. **Shivers** Ohhh ghost stories give me the willys but I love them! The way the owners set up the back yard is cute. It's ambiance is old and used and also kind of sad and lonely for it looked like it was abandoned for years. I can imagine the ghost sitting on one of the chairs, looking out of the yard at the changed world...(there goes my imagination again)

I've been to the Milfleur Gift Shop and Garden :) I know the history and have shopped there many…read moretimes. Haven't seen anything out of the ordinary, but then again I bet most people don't. Wish I were one of the few lucky ones that do ~ It's now a beautiful place with fabulous gifts with a Down Home, Friendly owner, Teri. Worth checking out ~ Some of the bars in the window from when it was a jail, are still attached and in view ~

Our Castlewood wedding was absolutely perfect! I cannot recommend this venue enough :)…read more For one, it's a gorgeous venue with incredible views and spaces. Our photographer had no trouble finding stunning backdrops to use for photos. It ended up raining on our wedding day, so we weren't able to get married in front of the oak tree on the ceremony lawn, but the indoor option ended up working perfectly! Plus, the food at Castlewood is phenomenal. Sandy was an absolute joy to work with while we were planning our event. She was very responsive, patient, and kind while we were navigating the planning process and asking a thousand questions. It's clear that she's very good at what she does and cares about helping people create their dream event. Thank you, Sandy, for helping us celebrate our wedding at Castlewood!

The space itself is very nice good views overlooking the golf course. The staff was very friendly…read moreand helpful. The appetizers were good brussel sprouts had good flavor and cooked well. I ordered a Nicoise Salad and halibut Oscar. The tuna was cooked nicely and very tender. The halibut was slightly over cooked but the flavor was nice. For some reason both dishes came out together. I would have liked the salad to come first then when I finished have the main dish.

Attended a wedding here on a Monday afternoon evening early July 2026 and it was amazing! The drive…read moreto the venue is beautiful, there were staff directing us where to park and how to get into the venue, even when it was hot. It is like within a winery, I didn't explore much outside but we were welcomed with a drink either a sangria or lemonade, people immediately wanted to go into the shade and there were places to sit, listen to the live music and sign and drop off gifts. Then cocktail hour started and the bartenders were great and friendly and the alcohol and drinks were really good. The hordouvres/appetizers were amazing!! I liked how they came out and served them and they kept on coming, I ate so much I was worried I was going to be to full for dinner. The bacon wrapped something, I think dates? And the fried chick peas, sandwiches, ceviche, everything was so good with our drinks! They then opened up the ballroom for us to take our seats, it was a sot down served meal and I chose the fish option. It came with a salad first that was huge and bread and then dinner was served efficiently, food was good! The bathrooms are located behind the stage but overall it's a big ballroom, for lots of space and activities like the Photo Booth and other vendors. Sound was good, decorations and staff were awesome, they also have a bridal room with a bathroom nearby for the wedding party and their stuff. I really enjoyed this venue as a guest, pictures were also really nice! Also well air conditioned on a hot day.

We had a full Hindu wedding ceremony and reception at the Palm Event Center and had an excellent…read moreexperience overall! We reserved our date quite in advance but had a lot of support in the planning. We first worked with Nicole during the initial planning process, and then things were handed off to our coordinator Makenna. She was excellent to work with when we had questions and changes as we got closer to our date. Palm was also very flexible with us viewing the venue with family in advance and scheduling a rehearsal the week of. Our coordinator Makenna was sick last minute so we worked with Melissa on the day of the wedding. Despite coming in last minute, she took great care of us and everything went smoothly! The ceremony package with wedding coordinator was a great value for how smoothly everything went. We definitely recommend working with preferred vendors whenever possible to make things even easier, as they have good relations with the venue and paperwork is easier. We are so glad we got married here and can't wait to visit the winery again in the future! Thanks so much to Makenna and Melissa for making our special day so memorable!

Beautiful venue for an outdoor wedding ceremony followed by dinner inside in downtown Sunol. It was…read moreour first time coming to in which the closest town is Pleasanton. Probably one of the most memorable weddings as during the couples vows when a freight train passed by for 5 minutes which caused some laughter by the Officiant and guests. After dinner was served which by the way the pre-selected entrees of steak, salmon and chicken Marsala were actually really good snd not overcooked, the guests were either dancing or waiting in line for their ice cream from Mr. Softee when those inside were told to evacuate due to an electrical fire. Prior to the announcement, many of us had seen the outdoor lights flicker on an off and we thought that someone had accidentally was playing with the light switch. Fire department was called and shortly after we left. Staff was very professional throughout the event and no complaints with the indoor and outdoor venues.

Casa Bella was the perfect wedding venue for our special day! The property is absolutely beautiful…read morewith a cozy, romantic, and elegant atmosphere, making every part of the celebration feel so memorable. The staff was professional and incredibly helpful throughout the process. We really appreciate how we were able to use some of their complimentary items too! We couldn't have asked for a better venue and highly recommend Casa Bella to any couple planning their wedding in the Bay Area that prefers a ceremony and reception all in one place, which makes it super convenient for all the guests. We loved our wedding here so much, that we also came back for Casa Bella's Mother's Day Brunch event too!

I was both the party decorator and family member for an event we hosted here this past weekend and…read morehad plenty of time to interact with the owners throughout the day before the party started, during and after. I can't say enough good things about how amazingly friendly, helpful, and kind the owners are. Add on to that the stunning venue with beautiful views. Finally, a touch of luxury with a golf cart transporting all your guests from the parking lot nearby to the venue. Truly a hidden gem!

We had our parents 50th Anniversary at the Vineyard View and couldn't have asked for a more…read morebeautiful venue. Cathy was so easy and professional to work with. Her staff was nice and the golf cart shuttling guests from parking area made it a little more special. Everyone kept asking me how we found this place. My parents loved every minute of it. Thank you!

If you like good food like I do then perhaps you will enjoy Locanda Amalfi. I go there for their…read moresalad dishes. I like almost all of their salads. I have been treated by their wait staff with the utmost respect each and every time I go out to their charming restaurant. The wait staff works very hard to provide an enjoyable experience. I enjoy my selection of a nice healthy meal.

Casual restaurant with an authentic feel. Service was friendly and competent. Food was very, very…read moregood. Really this place is a 4.5 stars, but I'm rounding up to 5. Probably my favorite Italian restaurant in the Tri-Valley, probably beyond. I very much enjoyed the meal and the atmosphere. Recommend it highly. It's all about the food without the pretense.

im writing this on hole 13…read more on hole 11 i hit two shanks off the tee. thats fine im hitting for 5. the guy who works here tells me we need to hurry up. see the problem is we havent had an open tee all day, 10-15 minute wait for each shot. its pretty ridiculous. btw i dont think im playing too slowly, im currently 7 over with that quad on 11. so whatever i just finished the hole and step up to the next tee box? wala, 4 carts waiting. great place if you want to spend 7 hours on a holiday.

Been playing here for years. Today after playing 9 holes on…read moremy scooter I was told I could mo longer ride my personal vehicle on their course. Had no issue with it in the past or this morning, somehow just became an issue. Won't be coming back.

Attended a chamber event here, and I'm so pleased to see they offer the space as a private event…read morevenue. The location is absolutely gorgeous, and well thought out. They have large tree's to the west of their outdoor area that shade the venue area in the afternoon. They have a variety of classy seating options, a large bar, stage, lighting strung perfect for a dance floor, etc. I only wish I had taken photos to share, so you could see what I seen.

First time here on a Thursday night after work! Honey let me tell you....I had a blast. The crowd…read moreof people super friendly and everybody is just dancing all night. But that veggie burrito is for the win and it's huge.