DANG!!!! I just discovered this gem a few weeks ago. The food was EXCELLENT! Best gnocchi I've had anywhere except the 100% old school grandmother of a high-school sweetheart. I was looking forward to bringing my husband for his birthday. Also Italian and longing for the quality and flavors of a childhood memory. Dang dang double dang! Reopen for us read more

The few times that we were here, we had great dining experiences. So we decided to celebrate a double birthday celebration here with the family. Unfortunately, the experience was a bit disappointing this time around. The menu changed a bit and they no longer serve the shrimp tempura and the salmon entrees. Overall, the food was good but not memorable. The dessert was average. The restaurant strived for an upscale vibe backed by the menu price but was unfortunately not by the service. Our server seems a bit scattered and indifferent. One of our guest ordered a pour and a half of a red wine and got a half pour portion. Our little one wanted filet mignon but didn't really care for the sides that come with the entree. So the server told us they can do just the protein and it will be about $27 for the plate to which we were ok with. The food came out as a full entree with the sides. When questioned, the server was non- apologetic. Our little tyke ended up with the most expensive item on the bill at $55! Sad to say that after our meal, we unanimously decided this restaurant will be off our list. read more

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We needed drinks after brunch. Little did I know the vibe would be upscaleish and clubby. Oh well! We went and appreciated the drinks! My friend and I can't wait to go back for food and drinks! Side note: we were there when famous tiktokers were there. Also the food. Looked fire and smelled it too! Service= Amazing read more

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Food and drinks were exceptional. Definitely exceeded my expectations. The service was amazing. Can't wait to come back and try more Menu items. read more

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We enjoyed our calamari, crab nachos, chicken sandwich, wagyu burger, sides of truffle fries and Caesar salad, and cocktails! The old school classic music that played toward the end of our dinner made us dance in our seats and enjoy our dinner even more. Seth is an excellent and attentive server. He showed me the menu because of my dietary restrictions and made sure we got our food orders in good timing because of our concert we were headed to. The manager took care of us too and closed the blinds without us needing to ask, to block the sun from hitting us. We can't wait to come back and we will be recommending Junior to friends and family! Thank you to the entire Junior Restaurant and Lounge team for your fantastic food, drinks, ambiance, and service! read more

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Delicious food, Nice ambiance [Roseville CA] I've seen at least three other restaurants come and go in this space currently occupied by Junior's... and I've been wanting to dine here ever since they opened. Well, today was the day. We were seated in a booth and our waitress, Jolie, came and introduced herself, since it was our first time she gave us a detailed rundown of the entire entree menu and offered some recommendations too. We decided on the Steak & Ravioli and the Chicken & Creamed Corn. We also ordered their Truffle Fries. I couldn't stop eating the fries, so crispy and flavorful... delicious! I had the Steak & Ravioli. The Wagyu sirloin was tender and prepared to my liking, tasty and good. Everything was savory. Hubby enjoyed his chicken too and kept raving about the little chunks of pork belly and garlic cream sauce. When he's not talkative I know he's busy enjoying his food LoL! We then had dessert and chose the 3-flavored Artisanal Ice Cream (scoops of Mocha Almond Fudge, Vanilla and Salted Caramel). Whoa, wow! homemade and yummy! Looks like we'll be back again to try their brunch because I really wanted to try the Loco Moco. We had a nice first time experience here... the only thing I was surprised about was the photographer. I really didn't appreciate the approach. Nice elegant ambiance with a huge bar and outdoor patio seating. I've been to two businesses that formerly occupied this location and the layout has not changed, it also has a second level. Review #3767 read more

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Great service - server was awesome. Ambiance was elegant and electric. Food varied in awesomeness, loved the calamari again, beignets were super delicious. The Benedict was good but would likely get another kind next time. Wet burrito needed some more wet, but they fixed that right away with extra salsa and sour cream which made it great. They've got their fried food down - would get more fried stuff on future trips. Water and tea refills were on point! They kept us hydrated and felt seen. Recommend. read more

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Came here for brunch on a Sunday. Was not busy at all, plenty of parking and a decent amount of options on their brunch menu. Our waitress was so friendly and super sweet. read more

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I went to celebrate a birthday and had a pretty good time overall. I RSVP'd ahead of time, and the vibe was fun and lively. Our server was super friendly and very talkative, which made the experience more personal. I ordered the Raspberry Lemon Drop, which was tasty but a little too sweet--it honestly tasted more like juice than a cocktail. I always order calamari when it's on the menu, but this one wasn't the best. It was overcooked and a bit burnt, so I wouldn't get it again. I also got the Wagyu Sliders--they were very juicy. The Caesar salad was a win though--crisp, fresh, and really flavorful. I'm picky with Caesar salads, and this one hit the spot. The jalapeño cornbread with hot honey was really good too--moist, sweet, with just the right kick. The place has a great atmosphere with a live DJ and two bars, plus outdoor seating if you want something more laid-back. They also do a complimentary birthday dessert, which was a slice of chocolate cake with ice cream--so good. Just a heads-up: they do include gratuity for large parties, so be sure to check your bill before tipping extra. I'd definitely come back for the vibe, drinks, and a few favorites--but I'd skip the calamari next time. read more

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WHY WE WENT HERE: - SIL birthday brunch THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located in a plaza off N Sunrise Ave and Eureka Rd - enclosed patio THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - 2 stories; never went upstairs so I can't attest to the 2nd floor - full bar and lounge vibes; not someplace I can envision families with small children dining at THE (FOOD) MENU: - appetizers - salads - sandwiches - brunch - lunch entrees THE (DRINK) MENU: - bubbles - white wines - red wines - cocktail list - mocktail list - brunch drinks WHAT WE ORDERED: - mimosas - pineapple, orange, peach - watermelon mint margarita - shots of Corazon Resposado - Arnold Palmer - lemonade - Calamari - Prosciutto Bruschetta - Confit Duck Rillette - Biscuits & Gravy - Avocado Toast - French Toast Breakfast - Philly Omelette - Chicken BLT - Roasted Portabella & Eggplant - Spicy Chicken & Waffles THE TASTE: - drinks - enjoyed by everyone - those who ate the Calamari enjoyed it - Prosciutto Bruschetta, Confit Duck Rillette, and Biscuits & Gravy were advertised to us by our server as shareable but they really weren't (maybe for a table of 2-4 to split but not a table of 8-10); the Prosciutto Bruschetta was refreshing but not the best I've ever had, the Confit Duck Rillete had all the sauces on the side so it was underwhelming, Biscuits & Gravy was different (more on the Italian sausage and herbs vs. an American breakfast sausage) but tasty - everyone else's orders were devoured, but the Roasted Portabella & Eggplant although filling and not bloating was a bit plain - Spicy Chicken & Waffles was actually spicy from the syrup vs a spicy chicken, which was off putting for those in the group who tasted it CUSTOMER SERVICE: - forgot the name of our server but I think he did what he could to rally our orders for a rowdy group read more

We came here for lunch while waiting for our car maintenance at the Roseville automall. The walk wasn't too bad as the weather was really nice and sunny. We sat outside in their patio area. Great ambiance and use of their outdoor decor and space. We ordered the heirloom tomato and burrata salad as an appetizer. It was good, but I wished they would've come over with large salt and pepper grinders to ask if we'd like any on our salad. Junior looks like the type of upscale restaurant that wound do that, but alas we had to ask for salt for which they provided. It did elevate the dish compared to the first bite which tasted quite bland. For entrees, I ordered the Southwest pasta with shrimp and my husband ordered a breakfast plate. Both dishes were delicious and we enjoyed both. The cocktails we ordered were also well-made, upscale, and quite strong. We got the pineapple and coconut mojito and the smoked old fashion. For dessert, we really wanted a pick-me-up so we just ordered their vanilla ice cream and berries with an espresso to make our own affogato. The dessert was fine, but we ended up being served moldy berries twice after we showed the waitress the berries...I think she handled the situation perfectly given the circumstances. Better attention to detail training for their dessert chef is warranted. The moldy berries was kind of a downer, it did not leave us feeling great about the place, but coming from a previous restaurant manager, it happens, and I hope they can make the changes listed above. So many great restaurants in Roseville, you gotta make the first experience great for return business. 4-stars still for the other great food and service. read more

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We had reservations here for Friday night and were seated right away. We were seated at the top lounge area. The upstairs had a smaller bar but the main bar and dinning was downstairs. There were bathroom both upstairs and downstairs. The inside definitely has an intimate vibe, more quiet and dim lighting. We ordered some drinks, appetizers, and entrees. Portions were decent size for the price. The salmon cakes appetizer was our favorite. It was flavored really well and was paired with yummy sauce. Service was great. Kudos to the staff having to climb up and down the stairs to bring up food and drinks! We didn't feel like we were forgotten being seated upstairs. It was definitely a good time and we'd love to come back. read more

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While visiting my sister in Rocklin, I came across this spot on Yelp and suggested we try it for brunch since they hadn't been here before. The ambiance was lively and fun. We ordered the French toast, ribeye omelette, and chicken and waffles--everything was delicious. Their coffee was also very good, though I would have preferred a fresh half-and-half instead of the pods. The service started slow but eventually got better. My sister was so happy to have discovered this place and was already looking forward to returning to try more items from the menu. She was really glad I suggested it, as they wouldn't have tried it otherwise during my visit. I highly recommend this place. read more

Came here on a Saturday for lunch The wait was around 15 to 20 minutes my boyfriend got a cappuccino it tasted like hot water so we were able to return it. He also got a burger and salad but the meat was VERY overcooked. I got the Caesar salad & added salmon it was pretty good! Our waiter was nice just not very attentive. The vibe inside is nice & It is decorated nicely inside! read more

Junior Restaurant - Ceasar Salad - Lounges Near Me - Roseville, California

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Food, service, ambiance check check check The Brandy Alexander on their secret money was absolutely delicious. One of the best dessert cocktails I've ever tried. We ordered the Pork Chops from the regular menu and the Lamb Chops on their secret menu. This place definitely has a southern home-y magical touch to their dishes despite the very modern and club music exterior. Who knew lamb chops with sweet potatoes and spinach can taste so good? (BTW it said mashed potatoes on the menu but it turned out to be sweet potatoes; which we were not mad at) The portions and seasoning were great. We can't wait to try other items on the menu. The time it took the food to come out was a little long but if you order apps and drinks it'll be perfecting timing. read more

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Was excited to finally check this place out after seeing it on IG and driving by it on my way to work! Had the chance to finally check it out since they were throwing a Love Island watch party which was perfect to go to right after work. My friends and I walk and were amazed on how big the place was. The 2-story concept felt very elegant and classy and the outside area looked like a good area for sunny days and brunch. Looking at the menu, it was a bit pricey for my taste but luckily they had appetizer and cocktail specials specific to the Love Island theme watch party so I ordered the Wagyu Sliders from there for $9 and my friends ordered the Short Rib Tacos for $6. Both were tasty and filling for all of us to eat while watching the episode. Will definitely be back again to try more of the menu! read more

Junior Restaurant - Lounges Near Me - Roseville, California

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My sisters and I visited this amazing establishment twice. The food is awesome tasty and each time we see what we want to try again. This time server KEITH was super nice and informative. He recommended so many items we definitely will return a few more times eventhough we are from a long ways away. But it's worth the drive thanks to Keith and the food 100% read more

Junior Restaurant - Poke Nachos. - Lounges Near Me - Roseville, California

We were looking for brunch in the area via Yelp and were surprised to see this listed. We checked the menu, liked what we saw so we came in. We were more surprised after getting here to see brunch is six days per week, even the server seems surprised. The strong emphasis on Cajun and Creole brunch items drew us in, from beignets to shrimp n grits to biscuits and etouffee. Learned the chef is from New Orleans so expectations jumped a bit. Everything, from atmosphere to the food, was ok with a few misses. For example, 11am on a Sunday and the server presented the lunch and dinner menu with the evening cocktail menu. The brunch menu was on the other side, but this is a simple miss, if brunch is what you are serving, offer that as the emphasis. We didn't even know until after ordering that a variety of mimosas are available, that's not on their brunch menu. The brunch music was nighttime dance-party music, so an atmosphere miss. Three different brunch items included etouffee, except there was no etouffee. It was concerning when the server said the chef could make up a gumbo as a replacement. Five-minute gumbo should really never be offered. The short rib hash was flavorful, the beignets were close to 'real' and the shrimp n grits would have been quite good but for swimming in a soup of a creole gravy pooling on the bottom of the bowl, it overwhelmed the entire dish. The description mentions holy trinity, but the celery onion and bell pepper had not cooked together long enough to develop any flavor. It has promise, fun descriptions of many menu items, but nothing about the place really feels 'finishes' or done well. We'll try again soon so see how the dinner service is. read more

Junior Restaurant - Shrimp n Grits - Lounges Near Me - Roseville, California

My very first visit for lunch !! Restaurant was well decorated and large accommodating space for every size party ! Food was fresh, flavorful and delicious ! Wagyu burger was cooked the way I ask on a fresh brioche bun and loved the side house salad !!The twist on the pasta with cajun style was creative and flavorful ! The only complaint I had was they didn't have the corn bread but guess will have to come back again !!Customer service was 5 stars read more

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Extremely Disappointing Experience at Juniors in Roseville I had heard so many great things about Juniors in Roseville, so I chose it as the spot to celebrate my niece's 32nd birthday dinner. Unfortunately, our experience was incredibly disappointing. We were promptly greeted by a friendly hostess and seated on the outdoor patio, which started things off on a positive note. However, the service quickly went downhill from there. Our server--whose name I can't even recall due to the lack of connection--was inattentive and made us feel like we were a burden rather than valued guests. Every request was met with hesitation, and we had to repeat ourselves multiple times (three or four, in some cases) just to get basic things corrected. Out of a group of eight, several of our meals were poorly prepared: * The sausage was raw. * The French toast was raw. * The fish and biscuits were among the worst I've ever had--the biscuit was literally as hard as a hockey puck and completely underseasoned. When we asked the server what was going on, his response was, "I don't know what they're doing back there," which only added to the frustration. We did speak with Chris, the manager, who initially seemed interested in the feedback, but while we waited for our check, he was more focused on laughing and chatting with staff than checking back in with us. As someone with a large following, I make a point to share both positive and negative experiences--and unfortunately, this one falls into the latter. I was really hoping to have a great time and share a glowing review, but this was one of the worst dining experiences I've had, especially for a special occasion. I sincerely hope Juniors takes this kind of feedback seriously, because first impressions matter--and this one missed the mark! read more

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The place looked like it was recently remodeled and it was a very cool and hip place to be! You can definitely tell that this place was for after work drinks or a girls night or date night type of place! We ordered the loaded fries with chicken - it was okay, the chicken was a little cold. We felt a little out of place, like we didn't fit in. The staff definitely catered to everyone around us more, waited a while to put in our orders, get our check and boxes for a food. The service wasn't that great and they weren't super busy at the time but I felt like a little more attention would be nice! read more

Junior Restaurant - Loaded Cajun Fries with Chicken - Lounges Near Me - Roseville, California

My hubby brought me here for dinner. We had calamari as an appetizer, I had the pasta and a martini. The pasta was so good and the calamari was so fresh and flavorful. Sometimes calamari can be soft but this was perfect. The ambiance is like a club lol. Good music and diverse crowd. I want to come back for brunch with the girls as the menu looks amazing. Service was good as well- very attentive and friendly read more

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My friend heard of this place so we decided to stop here for brunch after hiking in Auburn! We decided to stop here for brunch because the Matcha Martini and Tiramisu Espresso Martini had us sold (we looked at the menu before arriving). Unfortunately, they were in process of modifying their menu so they didn't have the Matcha Martini or the Tiramisu Espresso Martini in addition to few other items that are listed on the printed menu (big bummer!). We settled for regular espresso martinis and were underwhelmed. Let's get into the food! The New Orleans BBQ shrimp........12/10. The flavor, the jumbo shrimp, mixed w/ the polenta!! Chefs freakin kiss! I will be back just for that. I also had the Belgian waffle which was good too! It came w/ this cream sauce that had a hint of vanilla which enhanced the flavor of the waffle. The service could've been better but that's not my focus as I'm still thinking about the BBQ Shrimp. I plan to go back during happy hour to try other items on their menu! read more

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6/20/25 Extremely slow service when the restaurant was not full and there were a bunch of servers just standing around and choppin it up. Food was mediocre on top of that. Junior Restaurant & Lounge, I'm good off that. read more

Junior Restaurant - 6/20/25 Loaded Cajun Fries, I'm good off that. - @beebslikes - Lounges Near Me - Roseville, California

Beautiful place!! We came here for brunch on a Saturday. They had a DJ present playing good R&B music. I saw yelp pictures of empanadas that I wanted to try, unfortunately, our server told us that the menu changes often and stated that the empanadas haven't been around since he started a year ago. It was a huge bummer. We ended up ordering the cornbread brisket Benedict and the gumbo along with the mimosa flight. I felt that the gumbo was on the watery side and it was just okay. There were no sausages or shrimp in there. It was a let down for sure. The cornbread brisket Benedict was pretty good and I actually enjoyed it along with their crispy potatoes. Good place to try and for the good vibes, but not sure if I will come back. read more

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Me and my wife went on a date night. My wife found this restaurant through yelp and we decided to try the restaurant. When we entered the restaurant we were greeted by staff and we were quickly seated. The waitress had came and took our orders. We started off with calamari. The calamari was cooked to perfection and the flavor was delicious. I ordered the whiskey sour. The whiskey sour was good. For my entree I ordered the pork chops with loaded mashed potatoes with spinach. The pork chops were delicious and the flavor on the pork chops was amazing. The loaded mashed potatoes were phenomenal and the spinach was cooked to perfection. The ambiance is customer friendly. This is a wonderful restaurant for dinner and brunch. read more

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I had a really good meal here off of the secret menu. I ordered the shrimp and grits which were very tasty. My friends had the steak and the pork chop which was huge. I also ordered an appetizer. I will be back for brunch one day. read more

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This was my first time here and I came for Boozie Brunch. Let me just say. I did not want to leave, I had so much fun here. It was a 90's theme for the night, although in the 90's I was still under 18. I still love the 90's. The vibes were grown and sexy here. I'm not sure if every Saturday is like this but based upon the food, drinks and service. I'll be back! read more

Trav was our bartender and server and provided excellent service! The restaurant was clean and we were seated right away. Cocktails were exceptional and the food was delicious. I ordered a shrimp salad and my spouse had a protein style burger with side salad. Will definitely be back in the future for a meal and some great drinks! read more

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Went mid-week. Restaurant is sleek and modern. Was seated by the host who was a heavy smoker. Waiter informed us menu is set up for three course and portioned so that a one person appetite could eat all three. Our waiter was great. Super friendly, attentive, and good info for first timers. First course is apps, they range from 19-25 dollars, second is salad 22-32 dollars, and then mains 28-55 dollars. Face it, you're gonna drop a chunk of change. The food is delicious. They have some experienced chefs with fine dining chops. Course one was the bruschetta and it was fabulous. We made the mistake of skipping course two and I was starving. Everything about the sea bass is small, 5 petite baby potatoes, 4 slender asparagus spears, and one tiny 2.5 inch by 1.5 in sea bass cutlet. I tried to eat slower because my husband got the southwest pasta with shrimp but then my sea bass was getting cold so that wasn't the right move. So I got to watch him eat his main as I sat still hungry. Had to go drive thru on the way home :(. The southwest pasta with shrimp was only a little smaller at $28. You have to ask, if they right-sized the potions to facilitate the three course meal, why didn't they right-size the prices? My sea bass was not a $45 plate. read more

My husband and I visited Juniors for the first time and really liked the atmosphere -- the place is beautiful, and we loved the overall ambiance. The food tasted fresh, but both of our meals could've used a bit more seasoning. I had the chicken BLT, and while it was good, the chicken itself felt a little bland. My husband tried the wagyu burger sliders, which were tasty but felt like they were missing that special something to make them stand out. Service was friendly, but a bit slow -- we ran out of drinks and waited a while for the check. Overall, we enjoyed our experience and would give it another try in the future! read more

Junior Restaurant - Lounges Near Me - Roseville, California

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The restaurant is certainly a nice venue. The service was good. Our server basically told us that 70% of the menu was good and popular by mentioning a lot of them individually. (Perplexed by reviewers here with only one or two reviews providing 5-stars.) Most of the table ordered brunch items. The dish that came out late was ironically the one salad entree. Seems the expo was a bit overwhelmed at the pass, and also because the mains seemed to have been completed at different times (The salmon for the salad was why the salad came out late and last?). The biscuits for one of the entrees was overdone. It was likely at least a day old. Their catfish is fried along with their "fan favorite", hash brown patties which is a highly recommended substitution. It may have also come out of a frozen bag but at least it was as good as a McDonald's hash brown, which we're fans of. The hollandaise for the benedict was watery, not thick or creamy. It may have come out of a package. The lobster option that goes with the benedict is fried but not to order. It was resuscitated out of a frozen bag. It was the only component not hot/warm on the plate. Add to that, rubbery and bland. It only looked good on the menu (seems they have a new one recently). Relieved that the poached eggs was done right. The rib option for the benedict, however, was good but you still have to deal with the hollandaise sauce. It's a good menu that we were initially excited about but underwhelming once you get your food. Probably a good idea to order the simpler items that might be be cooked well, at least. It certainly could've been a one-off bad day in the kitchen on our visit a few months back. read more

Open for Lunch! Ordered the Ribeye Beef Dip. Tender ribeye with caramelized onions, melted provolone and a side of au jus. Would order again! Very inviting space with high ceilings. Seems like a good after hours space. Hidden gem for sure. Service was very friendly and timely. read more

Junior Restaurant - Beef Dip - Lounges Near Me - Roseville, California

Yuuuuum yum yum! Fantastic food, tastes, presentation, creativity, quality, so worth it! And my pretty purple dragon drink! So pretty!!! Love this spot, lounge, under an umbrella all da waaaay! Live music, cool breeze blowing, I couldn't ask for more (maybe a pool or an ocean view ;D). Parking was easy, service was super friendly. We did wait a while for the check and a bag for our leftovers but given the chillaxin atmosphere, I didn't mind so much. I'm not one to order cooked salmon (sashimi lover here) but being a fan of beet salads, we went ahead and tried the salmon beet salad. Gotta say, super, duper moist salmon aside a delicious beet salad. Favs had to be the shrimp tempura and fish tacos, so much flavor and crunch! Forgot to order the truffle pretzel roll as I'm a huge truffle oil fan. There will definitely be a next time, eyeing the seabass and short ribs as well! Thnx 4 making our outing spectacular! Y'all ROCK!!! read more

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Hello James, we were actually there March 16, 2025 See photo below with time stamp We came here for my friend's bday brunch, the vibes were definitely not what we expected. The restaurant itself and decor is very beautiful and inviting, however, the service was extremely slow and the food tasteless, the best part was the pancake. Prices are a bit high for the quality of the food, their coffee flight was not delightful, and the chilaquiles were very dry. I also dislike chilaquiles with melted cheese rather than authentic Mexican cheese like cotija, I think the best part of this was the egg. I'm not sure if we just had a bad experience or if this happens often. Needless to say we probably will not return. read more

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The ambiance and decor is upscale. This place is nice, perfect date night, great for client dinners (says my businessman husband), heck, I even took my Dad here when he came to visit me from Florida. It's an impressive joint with decor alone but... The food! The food tops the cake. High quality and delicious. Arancini Balls were to die for. The Summer Gnocchi was so rich and decadent. Definitely a place for any foodie who needs their fix. Service is great. Everyone is so kind, everyone is knowledgable of the menu, and finished dishes are whisked away or packed up quickly for take home. 5 stars! read more

I saw a photo of crunchy tacos but was not expecting such an elegant looking restaurant on a Wednesday night. I just got done skiing all day and was definitely not dressed for such a nice restaurant. The food was priced fair and the plating was spot on. I enjoy the fried pickle spears as an appetizer because I have never had it served like that before. We also ordered lamb and pork chops and it was delicious. The lamb could use a lot more seasoning, but I enjoyed it with the sauce provided. The service was excellent and the host was very nice in seating us right away. I will definitely return here when we have a special occasion or order cocktails in the future. read more

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This was such a peaceful experience the ambience, music and decor was just what one's needs after a long week. Everything from the host, to my server was very polite, nice and friendly, professional. My drink and food were high quality, cooked perfectly, presented beautifully! Can't wait to enjoy this gorgeous experience with friends, and family read more

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Great breakfast/brunch spot!! Even has my favorite breakfast food!! staff is friendly, fast, food is always top notch!! read more

Junior Restaurant - Loco Moco - Lounges Near Me - Roseville, California

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We wanted to grab an early dinner at someplace close, Junior restaurant and lounge has been on the let's try this list. First off, there's something off about the place. It has a feeling of a nightclub that hasn't grown up just yet. It just doesn't feel like a place to go for a dining experience. We were greeted by the seating, hostess and seated at a table near the wall.. They apparently have an upstairs, but it's unclear to me as to if it's for dining or something else. Most of the seating is against the wall, wrapping around the restaurant with large tables in the middle. it just feels The waitress immediately showed up to our table, and she was extremely offputting. We had even been given menus, and we both felt like she was pushing for us to order drinks and appetizers. When she realized we didn't have menus, she brought two over, and both of them were filthy , both inside and out. Covered with food stains and I don't know what else. We both were perusing through the menu, and the waitress was back again, practically insisting that we needed to order something to drink other than water. Her very demeanor made both of us uncomfortable, and had it not been for the fact that we had an event that we were going to after dinner, we probably would have left. Just added to the bad vibe that both of us were getting. I looked at previously posted YELP pictures of the food and realized that many of the items are no longer on their current menu. The pictures of the sushi/poki nachos, not only made the dish look very shareable, but the portions seemed very generous. He ordered the nachos, and I decided to order a burger with fries. When the food arrived the serving of nachos was definitely a lot smaller than the posted pictures. The burger on the other hand looked like something from the golden arches with an unnecessary extra bun in the middle. We both quickly swapped dishes. The poki nachos were interesting. This happens to be one of my favorite go to dishes when I find it served at restaurants. This absolutely missed the mark. It lacked the umami flavor, and the sprinkling of edamame made it worse. The edamame was barely cooked. Then someone decided to throw some iceberg lettuce underneath the nachos I guess to create the little bit of height that it had. I won't eat a mound of food, this definitely was not what others had experienced. I did try a bite of the burger, and a couple of fries. He tried my nachos and was glad that we had swapped dishes. The truffle fries were actually very tasty, but the burger was a mess. I don't know what they wiped the buns with but the flavor definitely not tasty. The meat was overcooked to the point where it tasted like they cooked it from frozen and it was just prepared to quickly. It was tough and frankly just not great. Not a great food experience, and add that to the weird vibe of this place, and neither one of us has an interest in going back. read more

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