I've been a regular at Haberdasher in downtown SJ because I appreciate a classy ambiance with a…read morehistoric 1920s speakeasy twist, so when I say that The Wine Room is a sophisticated elevation of that, take note. I would say it feels like a tavern for wealthy noblemen in 1800s England. Allow me to say where it fell short for me, and then I'll sing my praises. The wine... tasted like wine. I don't have a particularly refined palate when it comes to that. The charcuterie board was a collection of expensive items that I am personally not into: miniature pickles (too sour), meat pâté (bland), and what I think were pickled red peppers. There was no cheese, which was highly disappointing; however, if that style of charcuterie suits you, go for it. The music did not match the ambiance at all. They really should play piano or smooth jazz, because the 2010s pop was honestly annoying. DESPITE ALL OF THIS, the crowd was the real pull. Everyone was either on a first date or was an interesting adult. This makes for fun people-watching and stimulating conversations. People were very willing to walk up and talk to strangers. I saw many people doing so, I felt welcome to do so, and people approached me to converse. So even though the food wasn't great, and the music was horrible, I will return funnily enough because the decor and the people were worth it.

The Wine Room was a nice stop in the evening for a nightcap, with some bites from their menu and a…read morenice wine list. We stopped by before turning in, ordering the Fromage du Jour (a selection of domestic and imported cheeses), a Charcuterie plate (with thinly-sliced cured meats, pate de chevreuil, stoneground mustard, cornichon, and purple cabbage kraut), and the Marinated Olives. There is eating both in- and outside, but I recommend in dining al fresco to people watch. The place is small, but it gets busier, as it does open later in the day (4 PM to midnight)! Staff and the bar staff were friendly. +wine and cheeses +friendly staff +dine al fresco

Such a fun and charming spot in Palo Alto -- it's a house turned into a wine bar, which makes it…read morefeel extra special. There's adorable seating out front, beautiful indoor seating by the piano along with bar seating, and they even open up the back patio at 5:30 (with heaters). They offer happy hour from 4:30-5:30 (even on Saturdays) which is great. The whole place has a cozy, homey feel with a strong wine list and food that pairs really well. I tried the chipotle samosa, which was a fun twist on the classic Indian appetizer -- the chipotle sauce was surprisingly delicious with it. The cheese plate was also excellent with a red wine; there's nothing better than a sip of wine right after a bite of cheese. Their Gewürztraminer white wine also really stood out to me. It was a crowd favorite. Great staff and incredible ambiance -- I'd definitely come back for a group get-together or a date night.

Ambiance: 5 stars Food: 2 stars…read moreService: 2 stars Wine selection: 3 stars The outdoor patio and live music are truly the highlights here. The setting is charming and relaxed, and the live music creates a calm, enjoyable atmosphere that makes it easy to unwind and focus on the company you're with. From a purely ambiance standpoint, it's a beautiful spot. Beyond a fairly simple cheese plate, the dishes felt underwhelming and not particularly well prepared. Like many other reviews, staff are slow and not particularly attentive or warm. The wine list was fair and the bottle we enjoyed was pleasant. This feels like the kind of place you go for the atmosphere only. Where you go to sit outside, enjoy live music, and spend one-on-one time with someone you care about. If you come primarily for that and keep expectations low around food and service, you'll likely have a lovely time.

A modern wine tasting spot in the area. I'm a sucker for wine and sometimes it's quite a drive to…read moreNapa. I love how there are so many varieties here. It's is a but small so seating are limited inside. Food pairing with wines was amazingly good. Staff were great and knowledgeable. Overall, this will be my new go to wine spot in the area

This is a cozy, modern wine bar in downtown Mountain View…read more There is a patio as well as plenty of indoor seating. We split some wine and a charcuterie board. I'm a lightweight moscato girl and the 3 oz. taster ($10) was perfect for me :) The charcuterie ($36 for 2 meats + 2 cheeses) was beautiful. The staff are super polite and warm.

Love! Please note: I…read moredon't gain anything from writing this, Yelp. I don't want to be an Elite. But thank you for your algorithm! What I gain is my truth: this is a hidden gem if you love a wine bar with delicious food. I have been here a few times, once with a friend and a couple times with my husband. Family owned and operated is the icing on the cake. The two sisters rock. Saturdays are half off happy hour menu. The grazing plate- perfection. The sandwiches on acme bread?! Even better. Great spot for a lunch date with a wine flight - excellent wines and care. I highly recommend. Minus the truffle popcorn, I'm sorry. But still love!

Adorable wine bar with fabulous service! So clean and airy with shopping! I'll be back for sure!read more

I took my cousin here on July 19th for her birthday. I wanted to do something different for her, so…read moreI booked the afternoon tea at the Four Seasons Hotel in East Palo Alto. It cost $75 per person to dine here for their afternoon tea which isn't too bad I think. We got there on time with our cute little dresses on, of course. I wanted to do something different for her, so I booked the afternoon tea at the Four Seasons Hotel in East Palo Alto. So this cafe is right by their lobby. Once you enter the hotel, it is to the right, and someone was waiting for us immediately to sit us down, I'm assuming, because of our reservation. Of course, we were seated immediately. One thing I really liked about this location is that it is not crowded, unlike other afternoon tea locations. Our server was Chiqui, who was a nice Filipina lady. She started joking around with us when she heard me and my cousin speak Tagalog, which made our interaction more relaxed. She remained very professional and explained the whole menu to us, including how everything would go. We were given the menu, which had a variety of different tea choices. You also get to smell the tea leaves, which were set up in the middle of the cafe. I really liked this since it gave us the opportunity to choose which one we liked. You get to choose two different teas, and we asked for their recommendation on when to serve the teas. We ordered the jasmine reserve and green tea. For our tea blends, we chose the happy and green pomegranate. All the teas were really good. We enjoyed every bit of it, and the honey, sugar, and hot water, which were easily available, made it really good. The honey was really good instead of the sugar, honestly. The small bites included were very tasty and filling. By the time we got to the scones, my cousin and I were very full and could not finish them. We ended up taking some of the food home because there was a lot of it. I enjoyed the rock lobster and crab roll the most since I love seafood. We did order prosecco (Zardetto to be exact), which was really good and smooth. We also got some spring water, which is why our bill came out to $250. Also, I believe a 20% service charge was automatically added to the bill. All in all, this was an amazing experience. Chiqui was an amazing server who had amazing training, given how her service was impeccable. Shout out to her for making this experience an amazing one. I would definitely return here. It is very relaxing, not stressful, and not overcrowded. The only thing I would say is I wish my cousin had been given a nice birthday cupcake or something to that effect. I did mention on both our reservation and when we checked in that it was her birthday, but other than that, this experience was amazing, and I would definitely come back to do this again.

We came to the 4 Seasons to have their afternoon tea - you would need to book in advance, as the…read morespots do get filled pretty quickly. The presentation was aesthetically pleasing, offering both sweet and savory bites: +Egg Roll - with smoked salmon, creme fraiche, and basil +Rock Lobster Roll - brioche with lime aioli and Oscietra caviar +Money Bag - a labneh tartlet with chives and forest mushroom duxells +tea sandwiches - cucumber and roast chicken salad +sonces and macarons +tartlets I had the Happy blend, which can be described as fruity, light, and berry, with a medium level of caffeine. Ask for their signature items, if available, such as the Vanilla & Dulcey Purse, Peach Melba Macaron, and Milk Chocolate Banana Tartlet! Service was friendly, and the space was comfortable and elegant. +afternoon tea +friendly service

I visited Zola for a private birthday dinner. While I've dined in the restaurant previously, this…read morewas my first private event at Zola. This review is for the private event experience not regular dining. Service - Incredible! The servers were very attentive and food came out seamlessly. Ambiance - The private room is divine. Classically decorated. Very quiet. We had 22 people and it did not feel crowded. Zola did the flowers for the tables and they were beautiful. Food - Absolutely delicious. I wish I'd taken photos of all the dishes, but I got distracted A few key dishes (all but the salad and desserts were served family style): Chickpea Panise - absolutely divine. So flavorful. (Picture included) Bib lettuce salad - delicious. Bright. (Picture included) Bread and butter - omg. I couldn't stop eating it. Olives - was told they were awesome, I'm not an olive fan (Picture included) Chicken and salmon - both were to die for. So good. Crème brûlée and chocolate mousse - perfect small size with big bold flavors. Both were amazing. (Picture included) They also baked her a beautiful strawberry cake. It was fresh and very tasty. There were more dishes that were also all delicious. I included a copy of the menu too. The birthday girl selected the menu options. Highly recommend for a private event.

Very easy to make reservations online and they are dog friendly!…read more The cocktails were good, love that they have unique specialty cocktails. They were refreshing and not too strong. Food was better than I expected. Oysters and the salad were ok, but the escargot was great! The steak frites were delicious too. Our server was very attentive and checked on us multiple times throughout our meal. Overall, I definitely recommend trying this place if you want to eat escargot.

This is an intimate wine shop with an interesting global selection and a knowledgeable team…read more There are a few seats inside, a decent size counter/bar, and a few outdoor tables as well. They have a wide selection of items on their tasting menu, and you can't go wrong with any of their coordinated flights. I appreciate that the team is not only knowledgeable, but there are also very friendly and down to earth. I stopped in a couple weeks ago and asked for a recommendation as I was preparing a ragu that evening. The bottle paired perfectly Most recently, I popped in to pick up a bottle to pair with a carbonara I was making that night. Once again, their recommendation was perfect. For those carbonara fans, that something extra that you see in my picture is actually sun-dried tomato ‍

This is a nice place. I'm zooming in the front but really nice inside knowledgeable staff good…read morewhite wines. I'd be careful with the reds unless you go with the elite class.. I tried the white sampler of champagne and other French white wines and they were superb. Don't be fooled by the tasting. They're actually about a third of a glass of wine quite a bit.

5 stars for a reason. I was looking for a chic reading spot and stumbled across this wine bar…read more Prices were very reasonable 25 for a flight of amazing Chardonnays and 22 for a Charcoochie board with multi-cheese bread bits that was very warm when it came out. I fear the cold cuts might be too exotic for me but the bread was delicious with the flowers Chardonnay. Given my clogging the main table, I inadvertently forced the server to bring an additional side table for the Charcoochie board. Service was actually amazing. Prices were amazing and the wine was delicious. Favorite wine bar in San Carlos so far (disclosure I've only been to one but bar is high (literally)) kudos.

I don't do many reviews but when I do it is usually an exceptional reason. I absolutely love this…read morewine lounge! It is a true gem on the Peninsula. From the moment you walk in, you're transported by its European charm and warm, inviting atmosphere. The space is cozy yet elegant, with an intimate and stylish vibe that makes you want to linger. We recently hosted a retirement party here, and it couldn't have been more perfect. Steve, the owner, is genuinely one of the kindest, most welcoming people you'll ever meet. He makes you feel like you're not just a guest, but that you're being welcomed into his home. His attention to detail and care are unmatched. He worked with us on everything we wanted for the event and made the entire experience seamless and special. The wine selection is excellent, and the small bites are absolutely delicious...thoughtfully curated and perfect for sharing. Whether you're stopping by for a relaxed happy hour or planning an intimate celebration, this place delivers on every level.

La Bohème is exactly the kind of place you hope to find when you're craving a true French dining…read moreexperience. I was not disappointed. The ingredients were fresh, beautifully balanced, and honestly so good I considered ordering another round. The bread was solid too -- perfectly crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. We tried a range of dishes and everything delivered. The omelette stuffed with shrimp was generous and great value, the French onion soup, mussels, and entrecôte were all absolutely spot on, and the chocolate mousse to finish was delicious. Next time, I'm definitely coming back for the soufflé. Even the fruit bowl stood out -- you could tell it was freshly cut, with each fruit tasting crisp and distinct rather than blended together. It's those little details that really show care. The space itself is charming and cozy, with a lovely French ambiance. It's a medium-sized restaurant , with additional outdoor seating, and a decor that makes you want to linger. What really stood out, though, was the service. Absolutely top notch. You can tell the staff and chefs genuinely care about what they're doing -- and that makes all the difference. Honestly, I'm surprised it wasn't more packed -- it deserves to be. We'll absolutely be back to explore more

We went for an early Valentine's day dinner (the 13th instead of the 14th). We had a reservation…read moreand were seated immediately. The staff were warm and nice and I liked the ambiance of the restaurant. I ordered a coke to drink and my partner had a French beer. We proceeded to order the charcuterie and french onion soup for appetizers and the duck breast and french burger for entrees. The soup came and it was fine- it tasted like french onion soup. The charcuterie never came; I guess they forgot to put the order in or forgot to make it. It was awkward just sitting there starving while my husband ate his soup though. We figured maybe they were bringing it after he finished the soup so there'd be room on the table but nope. The burger looked nice and was cooked to the ordered temp of medium rare. Otherwise it was like any other burger anywhere else, not overly special. The fries were crisp and well salted. The duck was underwhelming. It's $38 for this plate of food and it came with totally flavorless and dry mashed potatoes, whose texture was akin to boxed potatoes. No butter or cream flavor to speak of. The vegetables were so disappointing. They had no seasoning whatsoever and were as soft as baby food- I am not exaggerating on that. I was surprised by how mushy the carrots were. For almost $40 I expect more exciting veg than broccoli, cauliflower and carrots all steamed to death. The duck was okay. There was a large tendon running through the middle of every piece and I could only eat half of it due to gristly fat. The port wine reduction that covered it totally masked the flavor of the duck. All I tasted was soy sauce. We let them know about the missing charcuterie to make sure it was not included on the bill. Other small things that detracted from the experience included them never clearing any dishes from the table (like the basket from the complimentary bread, appetizer plates or the huge wine glasses that neither of us needed) and not checking in on us to see how everything was going. The table was so cluttered it was hard to eat. It took a really long time to get the check and was so uncomfortable just sitting there obviously done with our food. For the prices charged I expected a higher level of service that was blatantly absent. Overall will not return. Over priced, slow, bland food.

This place is a hidden gem in downtown Palo Alto. (don't be confused that the door says Curry…read morePizza) I went here with friends for the first time last week and enjoyed it so much! The drinks/cocktails are great with an extensive selection in addition to their willingness to make things not on the menu as long as they have the ingredients. We only had "bar food" (french fries, onion rings, and my friends had wings) but the menu looked really interesting. Next time I will go back for some pizza or other things on the menu. The most unexpected part of the evening happened when they brought out a "cake" made of brownies and candle in it! My friend sneakily told them it was my birthday. The brownie cake was delicious and enough for many more than the 3 of us. Such a great place and I will be back soon!

We were really early for a brunch meet up. So, we decided to find a place for a snack and some…read moredrinks. This place seemed like the one to go to and glad we made that call. It's a bit small but we got some seats at the bar. The wall art was beautiful. They had TVs to watch sports. Then had a good amount of brews to choose from but of course we were there for the hard stuff. We decided to order just a salad. We had a spicy chicken salad and it was really good. Really good portion too. We also had a couple martinis and cognac neat. The bartender/server was very personable and very knowledgeable about liquor. Especially tequila. A nice spot to hang. Would stop by again if in the area.