Kitschy and expensive, but my wife and I had fun at the Fairmont Hotel's Tonga Room. Strong,…read morefruity tropical drinks, live "yacht rock" music, moody lights, and a light and sound show reminiscent of the Rainforest Cafe, all add up to a great place to start or finish an evening date night. We visited on a Saturday evening in May, not an optimal choice as the place was full of prom dates and wedding parties. Our original table was directly beyond the dance floor so all we could see was various couples swaying to the band. The server was kind enough to move us to a table with a view of the pool and band. The food isn't much to get excited about here, but we were hungry and ordered a couple appetizers. Quite pricey, I mean, it's the Fairmont Hotel, plus there's an additional entertainment fee when the band is playing. But hey, Anthony Bourdain actually liked this place. I agree, it's worth experiencing. PS - This was the second time I've been in the SF Fairmont Hotel. The first was Feb 1988. I was attending a conference with several lady friends, we walked by the hotel and discovered that Lou Rawls was singing in the Venetian Room. My friends finagled the staff into giving us a table at the back for the show. They loved it, but I was young, and bored, and left after a couple songs. I went to a nearby bar, had a couple drinks, and then meandered back to my room, alone. So much for my carefree bachelor days.

I was able to celebrate my birthday here. The vibe and experience is definitely like Hawaii. We did…read morethe poo poo platter as well as two drinks the Golden cup and then we also did a Kahlúa pork plate and it was very filling. Service was pretty good and the ambience definitely felt like I was back home. Definitely would come back here and celebrate my birthday again. Thank you for letting me spend my birthday with you guys.

What a wonderful experience and a surprisingly delicious dinner. Was on the hunt for pasta for…read moredinner and was tired of going to the same spots. I looked around and found this spot tucked away in Pleasant Hill. Decided to take a chance and I'm glad I did. First I went with my mom who's on the wiser side and they had a private party on the side with all the low top tables. Without us asking they grabbed us a table and set it up for us so she could sit. AMAZING. THE FOOD WAS DELICIOUS!!! I got the Cajun Alfredo creamy and flavorful and not spicy. The clam chowder soup was delicious too. I will def be coming back here because the service and food was so good. If you're looking for a new spot with a neighborhood feel look no further. Try this place!!!

Well I skipped takeout and finally ate inside the restaurant on a Thursday night. I also promised…read morean update once that happened so here it is: PROS: - Service was amazing (our server was kind and accommodating in correcting a mistake I made while ordering, bless her heart!) - The atmosphere of the restaurant is slightly darker, with a lively, mature crowd, and a beautiful bar that spans the entire restaurant front to back on the side we were on (without the band), so plenty of seating (and it looks like there was still room for more tables if they needed it) - The layout of the establishment is H-shaped, with some tvs on the bar side and live entertainment on the other.You could still hear the band from the other side of the room but it was not at all loud, a good option for those with a noise level preference - The 2-man band was singing cover songs from over the decades and did a great job - I ordered the GF Frutti Di Mare in Alfredo sauce and once again my meal was delicious... the GF pasta was (again) cooked to perfection! - The meal portion size was generous, as were the seafood pieces in the dish (not stingy at all!!!) CONS: - None I stand firm in my 5 stars. This place is now a fave of mine for sure. Highly recommended!

We came here to celebrate an early Mother's Day brunch, and it was such a fantastic experience! The…read moremimosas were amazing, with a great selection of juices and the food was absolutely outstanding. Khin was our server she mentioned she was fairly new, but you wouldn't have known it. She was incredibly sweet, attentive, and took great care of our entire party. Thank you, Khin! We had a large group, and I really appreciated that they accommodated us inside since it was a bit chilly that day. They seated us in the front area, which we loved. Everything we ordered from the appetizers, to the main dishes was packed with flavor. Nothing missed the mark. Truly one of the best brunch experiences in town! I had the chilaquiles along with a champagne drink that came with different juice options and fresh fruit such an adorable and fun presentation. My family couldn't stop raving about how delicious everything was, including the dessert. We'll definitely be back for future family gatherings and next time, we're excited to try the outdoor patio seating!

We had brunch here with no reservation on a busy weekend!…read more Ambiance: 5/5 Beautifully designed and spacious restaurant that offers outdoor seatings with heaters. Pet friendly too! Service: 4/5 Our waitress was friendly and efficient. Food: 4/5 Guava pancakes are highly recommended. Fluffy and not so dense with delicious guava sauce that wasn't sweet at all. Veggies omelette - Tasty and loved the potatoes that came with it. Tuna salad - HUGE pieces of THICK tuna; well worth the money! Salad was incredibly fresh and tasty. *Free refills on coffee* I'd highly recommend this place and will be back.

First time here This spot has been on my bucket list for…read moresometime now My friend and I came on St Patrick's day Venue is In door/outdoor Inside is a full bar and arcade games They sell snacks/small bites Venue is kid friendly and pet friendly ... There was like a little flea market going on as you enter Vibe is cool Drama free on this particular day the music was like techno vibes Parking ...... Street parking only I saw a bunch of broken glass all over the side walk We risked it all and parked on the street Thankfully my car wasn't violated I would definitely come back here again Maybe next time take a Lyft or Uber to prevent car break in

Really neat venue I stumbled across when I went to hear The Prototype play for a non-profit event…read more I loved the whole ambiance of the place: hanging lights, cheap drinks, memorable staff, abd delicious food late at night. The fundraising event was a success, and apparently there was a birthday party being hosted at the same time. It's a wonderful space for music and dancing. I'd love to check it out during warmer Oakland nights, although I'm not sure how warm the nights are out here since it's so close to the waterfront. Located along a historic corridor in Oakland, it's a funky place to grab a drink and enjoy some Filipino cooking. Tip: Tip your staff! Bartenders may be open to tips in shot form.

This place is amazing!!! Every time I've been here every food I've eaten! The people are so…read morefriendly and the service is excellent! The hooka is perfect and the Moroccan wine is a must! The 5 course is the perfect share for 2 and I highly recommend the shrimp kabab though my friends all say the lamb is the best. The atmosphere is so fun and the belly dancing is so much fun they really incorporate the audience. Everything is perfectly cooked and honestly some of the best Moroccan food I've had. Go here!!! The negative reviews are seriously missing out. The service doesn't have the same flow as other restaurants, but that's by design, they want you to relax and enjoy your time there if you want things done more quickly you just have to ask and they are happy and quick to accommodate. This is an experience not a race to get everything at once.

This place was absolutely beautiful inside--covered in rugs, pillows, and vibrant colors that made…read moreit feel like you'd stepped out of San Francisco and into another world. The whole space felt so authentic and immersive. I found $18 parking a little down the street at a nearby hotel (as long as you leave before midnight), which worked out perfectly. We ordered a few things to share--the hummus was really good, and the salad with lemon was super fresh and light. The kebabs were also delicious, though I didn't eat too many since I was in a nice dress and the tables were more Moroccan-style--low with bowls rather than full tables--so it wasn't the easiest to cut the meat. The atmosphere was lively and fun, with groups of people and even private rooms around the space. I was surprised it wasn't more crowded, but my friend stayed later and said it picked up as the night went on--they even had karaoke at one point! There was also a belly dancer, which added to the vibe, though I think having a more professional performer who connects better with the music would really elevate the experience. The hookah was a nice touch too--they give you your own tip so you're not sharing, and even though I don't normally do hookah, it just felt right for the setting. Overall, the food was great, the ambience was beautiful, and the crowd was good energy. I'd highly recommend this spot for a group event, a social night out, or even a fun date--it's definitely an experience you won't forget!

Yesterday we enjoyed Nick's at Rockaway Beach. The reservation process was seamless, the parking…read morelot attendant was cordial, and parking was near instant (customers self-park). The greeters were pleasant, with seating also instant, with some view of the Pacific Ocean. We were a party of three (my wife, her cousin, and I). We all ordered the open-faced crab sandwich with clam chowder. All items were totally on point (well prepared, delicious, and on point). The oysters on the half shell were tasty too. No cocktails; we opted for soft drinks. The service was attentive, and we lacked for nothing. My only observation was the bill came to over $320 with tip for three sandwiches (I have eaten at higher-end places many times, but fine dining has gotten a bit pricey). With rights to stroll on the beach after the meal if you wish, part of what you get is the experience. Still, I recommend Nick's for a very special meal with folks you care about. (Bring a jacket if you spend any time outside. )

We went to this place very soon after a 4 mile hike very close to the restaurant and my partner…read morewanted sea food specifically and being hungry motivating us both. We waked into a large dark wood ala refurbished 1970s interior restaurant with plenty of half circle booths, large tables for groups and bar and dace floor that seems to be available for live music. We came on what looked like and felt like a locals regular night full of families and well dressed seniors. I hate being seated by a busser station or kitchen listening to the noise or the staff thinking they can talk crap about customers because they are stacking dishes or running a credit card but that is exactly what happened. Being hangery (hungry-angry) makes us change our dining standards. This being said we had to listen to the young staff's complaining. My partner ordered and received a large seafood salad and I ordered fish and chips. My food tasted like a large refrigerator Orida fish patty that was fried and large slices of potatoes that came out of the same oil. Being from the San Francisco bay area I compare all my sea food to that and have to say that I was greatly disappointed with the lack of taste even though I see that it was "handmade beer batter" dish. Unfortunately, I dont have too many positive things to say about this place except it is a good place to cure hugry.

My first time here I drove out from Kash Costa County to come watch my buddies rock band play on a…read moreSunday night. What a cool venue I can't believe I've never been here and I read it seen. It's here for 50 years so cool great food cold beer. The atmosphere is amazing. We came for Louie Señor on the drums playing with JOSH Z

Overall a great experience for an intimate feelings while listening to live music performance. The…read morebar selection was also good. I li e the ambience and the vibes. But wish we could have a few more seats as there were truly not enough. Of course if you're active and dancing is one thing, but we were simply enjoying our drinks and listening to soft rock being played by one our favorite artists all the way from the east coast.

the food was so good but the service was bad we had gotten our food before our drinks and wait a…read morelong time to get out check just poor service and they allowed dogs and there was a dog on the table just nasty and nobody said anything but the food was good though

I came here for a volunteer thank you dinner hosted by Asians Are Strong to wrap up their annual…read moreHeritage 5K event. While the organization and timing of the event were off, I have no issues with the food, staff or restaurant itself. Anyways, I organized my plate with a bit from multiple trays including salad, poke, fried tofu cubes, kimchi fried rice, and galbi cubes. If the food was indicative of the restaurant's standard menu offerings, then I really liked the kimchi fried rice and tofu. Not as big of a fan of the galbi cubes and poke, but I honestly can't really complain about catered, sponsored food. Overall seems like a solid spot in the city to satisfy Hawaiian food cravings.

Our first time in this place to see Strange Love Tribute. We were pleasantly surprised. Great venue…read morefor the concert. We had lots of fun & cover bands were awesome! We had fish & chips for a quick bite too & it was pretty good too. We'll be back if any other interesting cover band !

I went to a concert at this venue tonight and i had a decibel meter app on my phone reporting 130+…read moreconsistently so i left. My friend reported it but nothing changed. I think 100+ is dangerously high. I had ear plugs but i still felt it was just not pleasant. I am sad because the beer, the food, the service was all amazing. And they book great bands. I sadly will likely never go back though because i value my hearing

I love coming here!! Anytime any of my friends want to go here I'm in. I love the weekends because…read morethey have DJs!! Music!! Fun!! We came on a Wednesday for karaoke and that was a fun night too. Their food in the back is sometimes a hit or miss. The drinks are always good but on the weekends when it's busy they limit the drinks to order to common drinks like margaritas shots and beer. I still haven't gone towards the back but I've seen in photos there is an outdoor there and I just found out they have a speakeasy downstairs through a hidden door in the wall up front. Can't wait to come again. I wish there were more places like this closer to me

I hear this place is a neighborhood legend. I grew up in the peninsula area but all the east bay…read morefriends often share stories about memorable nights here lol. Parking is a little difficult, they don't have a lot. It's a large venue that can accommodate large groups. Then serve typical bar food. Staff were nice enough. Their happy hour espresso martini for 10 dollars is pretty good. I knocked off a couple start because we came on a Wednesday for kareoke night. By the time we came the host was already 1.5 hours late. I understand things happen but it was dead quiet in there, I feel like you gotta put some music on to keep the vibes going!