Fat of the Land was such a nice treat…read more I went here with two other people to celebrate a birthday dinner. Making reservations is recommended since the restaurant is small but making it wasn't too difficult. We were impressed by how cute it was. It had a dark European vibe which we loved. It's definitely intimate and great for small groups, not so much larger ones. We brought in our own wine to enjoy with a corkage free. We got seated right away and our nice waiter gave us great recommendations and answered our many questions. We ended up ordering a lot between all three of us but that's just how we roll. We started with their bread & ham butter, pork pate, and burrata. The pork pate didn't come with bread so we were glad our waiter recommended it. The pate was really good and was different. It was on the dense side but still spreadable and full of flavor. The burrata had peaches, cherries and pinenuts. It was different but in a good way and we also ate that with the bread. It was more bland and nice with the pate. For dinner we got their steak tartare, mushrooms, chicken, and pork. The steak tartare was on the saltier side which I didn't mind. It was actually a large portion and sat on some toast. The mushrooms were a hit. They were braised with an onsen egg on top to mix. The pork was exceptional. It was flavorful, tender, and cooked to perfection. I highly recommend it for protein. My least favorite dish was the chicken, which was actually super tender and cooked just right. I just didn't like the sauce taste and I am not a fan of beans. We ended the night with some basque cheesecake which was not too sweet and delicious. What an incredible meal. The pricing we thought was good for the quality and what you get. Some of the portions were smaller but good for us. The pork did have a 40 minute wait to make which our waiter told us. Service was amazing and the food came out as it was made. The restaurant is small so reservations is recommended. They have limited parking and there is also street parking around.

My favorite spot in Santa Ana Food: Always fresh and…read moreoutstanding Service: friendly and attentive Ambiance: romantic, relaxing Will come back again and again!

Every time I have visitors in town, this is my go to. Why? The food is delicious, taking care of…read morethe bill (if you need to split it and handle it individually) is easy peasy - you can each place your own order, all or the items are large enough to share a bit with everyone, and the ambiance is great! Oh AND the servers are friendly and attentive! Oh AND outdoor seating is available. WIN! Came on a Saturday morning around 11, thought it'd be superrrrrr crowded but my party of 4 actually got seated pretty quickly - within 15 min. Of course last time was a different story, so it's hit or miss! But worth the wait! We tried lots of items and again, all delicious and generous portions. Large enough to share and parking wasn't a nuisance (thank you neighborhood!). Will be back of course!

If you're heading to Blu Jam, come prepared with two qualifications: (1) a healthy appetite and (2)…read moredecent tech skills. The dining experience has changed quite a bit. Ordering is now done through your phone, or, if you're like me and prefer human interaction, you can walk up to the counter and place your order there. Unfortunately, the traditional waiter-service (although there was a bottle of water on the table) experience is gone, which took away some of the charm that restaurants used to offer. For me, that was a bit of a disappointment. Ironically, I still found myself tipping the cashier. As for the food, there were some highlights. My wife's avocado toast was excellent--fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. My chilaquiles were tasty as well, but not without issues. The eggs were cooked over easy and were much runnier than I would have preferred, and the chicken portion was surprisingly sparse. Overall, the meal was good, but the experience felt a little less personal than it used to. The food still has its moments, but I have to admit, I liked the old Blu Jam better.

I made reservations at Casa Dami to celebrate my daughter's birthday, and overall, it turned into a…read morereally memorable experience. When booking, I had the option of dining , chef's table, or patio seating. I specifically chose the dining since my daughter loves creating content, and the indoor ambiance is absolutely beautiful for photos. The hostess seated us on the patio, and I mentioned that I had selected dining. I was told that seating is based on first availability, which was a little disappointing, especially since the restaurant is right on the water and by 7:30 PM it was getting pretty chilly. While they do have heaters outside, sitting in gusty winds with the smell of gas (especially after a fresh trip to the hairdresser!) just wasn't ideal. My daughter went back to the car to grab a blanket. Thankfully, the hostess noticed my discomfort and came back shortly after saying, "Donna, we have another table further down that's out of the wind and under a heat lamp." That small gesture made a big difference, and honestly, that's when the experience started to turn around. From there, things only got better. When our entrées arrived, our waiter Nick realized we had never received our appetizers. Without hesitation, he assured us he would make it right, and he absolutely did. He brought out a selection of cheeses for us to sample, which led to us ordering a caviar bump paired with champagne (highly recommend!). To top it all off, he surprised my daughter with olive cake and fresh berries to celebrate her birthday. Such a thoughtful touch. If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. Not just because the food was amazing, but because of the attention to detail and how seriously they take the overall dining experience. Parking is available in a nearby garage, and they validate the first 90 minutes, which is a nice bonus.

I had this place bookmarked on Yelp since November when it was all dressed up for the holidays. The…read morepictures of the interior looked beautiful and the food looked great. Yesterday, I came here for my birthday lunch with my mom after she made a reservation, and honestly, I wish we had just gone somewhere else. We sat down right at our 1:00 reservation and then waited 35 minutes just to get a drink menu. Not food. Not to order. Just the menu for drinks. After we finally ordered, the champagne showed up about 20 minutes later. It was served in wine glasses, which feels like basic wine bar knowledge, but apparently not here. When we asked to switch them to champagne glasses, the waiter brought out smaller wine glasses. Not exactly good etiquette for a place that leans so heavily on its bar concept. The whipped ricotta appetizer came out even later, around the 65 minute mark. As an appetizer. It was fine, probably the best thing we had, but "fine" after that kind of wait is not a positive. From there, everything just dragged. It took almost an hour for my mom's meatballs to come out, and when they did, they were raw. Not slightly underdone. Fully pink in the middle. She sent them back and was so turned off she didn't even want to eat anything else. I ordered a salad and specifically asked for light dressing. What I got was the opposite. It was drenched in a thick, heavy dressing that made the whole thing borderline inedible and the lettuce soggy. After our food, I tried to order drip coffee, which they didn't have, so I settled for an Americano. I asked for warm cream, which I've had done at plenty of places, and somehow it came out clotted. If you know anything about coffee, that shouldn't happen. At this point, we had been there for over two and a half hours. For a salad, an appetizer, and four raw meatballs. The server was very nice and doing his best with being busy. BUT, the overall operation felt completely disorganized and untrained. We weren't the only ones either. The couple next to us was also complaining after waiting 40 minutes just to order breakfast items. To make it even better, parking is only comped for 90 minutes. So because of their slow service, we ended up paying for parking on top of overpriced, underwhelming food. What should have been a 45 minute lunch turned into a 2.5 hour ordeal. The bathroom also wasn't clean either time I went, which pretty much sums up the lack of attention to detail across the board. The only slightly redeeming part was the crème brûlée, which was... fine. Not amazing. Just fine. It's a pretty space. I'll give them that. But that's about where the positives end. The food is not good, the timing is unacceptable, and the whole experience feels like Instagram style over quality and substance. Definitely not worth the money, and not somewhere I'd ever go back to.

I'm in love with this place!! We used this restaurant as the place for our Farewell Brunch during…read moreour wedding weekend, because it gives off a "Leaky Cauldron" vibe and since our wedding was Harry Potter themed, we thought this place would be perfect....and we were right! We reserved part of the upstairs area for 18 guests with a set menu which was served family style (our favorite way to eat)! The food was amazing and the service was A1! We will definitely be returning for planned events as well as for regular breakfast runs.

This restaurant had been on my list for a long time, and luckily we arrived around lunchtime on a…read moreweekday, so there was no wait. The dining space was bright, spacious, and featured high ceilings, making it a comfortable spot for a date or a relaxed meal. The staff cleared tables quickly, so even if there's a line, I don't think the wait would be too long. The Basque cheesecake was a classic and rich and the most important is not overly sweet lol The Mediterranean Egg was also excellent. The sesame French bread was fragrant and perfectly toasted, and the Greek yogurt sauce with rosemary added a unique and refreshing flavor. The portion was generous and definitely satisfying!

Romanov Restaurant was amazing, and Sose made the experience even better! Her energy,…read moreprofessionalism, and attention to detail were exceptional. She was patient, friendly, and made us feel like VIP guests. Truly one of the best servers we've had!

If you enjoy life entertainment & show, then this is the place to be! $50 p/p for an entertainment…read more(Russian, Armenian, English songs) was absolutely worth it. The show was interesting and entertaining as well! Our server Gayane was very attentive and friendly, always checking on us, and maintaining a clean table. If you are party of 6 and/or more, they offer a set menu with a different price range ($135, $175, $250 p/p). Since we were only party of 2 we had to order from a menu. Cheese platter, salmon carpaccio, vinaigrette salad, wague beef, & bronzino. A manager or the owner came to our table with a plate of lamb chops, as a token of appreciation, that was very sweet-thank you! Everything was delicious, however, if you really hungry the portions are small, it won't satisfy you. We had a big lunch earlier, so we felt great with it. Another great touch was, they have a photographer that goes around the whole evening, and takes pictures of the guests. Within few minutes you get an offer of purchasing your pic in a nice frame for $20 (a fare price in my opinion). Even though we didn't need all 3 pics of us, we still purchased them all in support of the photographer's business. In all, yes it's pricey, and adds up quickly, but absolutely worth it! We will be back. I highly recommend this restaurant for a birthday celebration, or even if you just want a special evening with your significant one.

Fantastic food, great flavor in every dish! We came in on a…read moreFriday and they had live music. So much fun!!! The musicians are so talented and both have such strong voices with great range. Our server, Ryan, was so informative and attentive. We loved all of his recommendations! The aesthetic of the restaurant is beautiful! We really felt like it was a great date night spot and we look forward to our next date here

Nice cozy restaurant with good service and romantic ambiance. The tapas are much smaller than I…read moreanticipated. One little scallop for the scallop ceviche but flavor was en pointe. Menu said shrimp croquettes but it was only one. It was delicious but was so small. Redeemed themselves with the regular food. Appetizer calamari was Lightly battered and good. Piri Piri chicken was half a roasted chicken. Sauce was too spicy for me for chicken was good. My husband got grilled branzino and while I liked it, he didn't like the citrusy flavor. Dessert was this huge apple pie type with ice cream. Yummy! I feel like the food was all good and I'd come back again to try other dishes. Maybe stay away from the tapas or lower the expectation.

Lovely place for a special anniversary, clean, classy, delicious food with good service.read more

Great views! Great service!! Great food!! The best…read moremeatballs!! Amazing salads, breads.. Large portions! Great for a special occasion!! If celebrating a birthday they have an amazing baked Alaska!!