This restaurant has a cool vibe with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, plus first-come, first-served bar seating. If you're hoping to sit inside, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. The service was wonderful from start to finish. My friend and I both ordered the smash burger and I've got to say it was easily one of the best burgers I've had in a long time. The meat was perfectly cooked and seasoned so well. The sweet potato fries were crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and absolutely delicious. And whatever you do, DO NOT skip the bread pudding. It was a 1000/10! Not overly sweet, perfectly balanced, and the texture was incredible. If you're on the fence about dessert, just order it, you won't regret it. The only minor downside was that the sodas were very flat and tasted a bit syrupy. Other than that, everything was fantastic. The prices were reasonable, the portions were generous, and the overall experience was excellent for such a cute spot in downtown Los Gatos. Will definitely be returning soon! read more

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Vibe:3.5/5 Service:4/5 Drinks:4/5 Food:4/5 Value:4/5 With a few dinners under our belt here, I can confidently say that Parkside is a safe bet for a solid dinner. The service is consistently good, and they perfected their staples. We always enjoy their deviled eggs, short rib pasta, and burger. But you really can't go wrong with anything on their menu. Their specials are also worth trying. read more

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This place was underwhelming. The food was ok and there were flies around us our whole meal. Our server was nice though. We ordered: - biscuits: good but I've had better. The jam was delicious and made it worth getting. - breakfast sandwich: not my favorite. I think spinach would have paired better than the arugula but that's my preference. The croissant was not as soft as I would have liked and tasted a little stale. Overall, not much flavor. - hash-browns. These were good! Best part of my meal. Cooked perfectly: soft on the inside with a nice crispy outside. - fried chicken sandwich: it was supposed to come with Dutch crunch but it didn't- sad. Also the breading was not very crispy or flavorful. The fries were the best part of this meal. The fries were the right balance of crispy and soft. The potatoes saved the meal. Wouldn't come back but it was to try it. read more

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I love this place. Vibes vibes vibes! The appetizers and entrees are delicious and the ambiance is nice, dog friendly patio, Great service! Brussels sprouts are amazinggggg, spring pasta is delish and horseradish salmon is yummy. read more

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Great food, cold beer, shady patio, and good service. What more could you ask for? 4 stars instead of 5 because after my main server (who was great!) went on break, the young woman who replaced him was borderline rude when I asked for the check. But overall it was a nice experience, and I'll be back. read more

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We went for Valentine's Day for their prixe fixe meal. It was a great price for all the food that you were served! Honestly, we liked the apps and salads the most. Crabcakes - tasty and loved the side salad that came with it. Beet salad - loved it! Especially with the burrata on the bottom. Ahi tuna salad - my husband really liked this! Our main dishes were sadly our least favorite. For the pasta, I feel like it was missing something... We loved the brulee! The beignets were pretty good too, but I'd definitely choose the brulee next time. Service was great on a busy night. We sat outside in a covered area with heat lamps and nice dim lighting. Overall great experience! read more

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4.5/5 My boyfriend and I were looking for a place to sit outside on a Sunday afternoon and we were craving food that was somewhat casual without being bar / cafe food. Parkside did the trick for us! We both ordered wine since we're on a wine kick--the Chablis and a Bordeaux, which were both great. For food, I ordered the chicken salad sandwich (which is actually a little out of the norm for me) with a side salad, and my boyfriend ordered the fried chicken sandwich. They definitely didn't skimp on either sandwich! The chicken salad sandwich truly hit the spot; it was filling yet still refreshing, and I loved the balance of savory and sweet / tart with the bacon, grapes and apple pieces. My boyfriend also said his side fries were some of the best. As far as ambiance, the restaurant and patio were full and lively on a Sunday but didn't feel overly crowded or loud. It was busy, so the service was understandably a little slow, but we did wait a while to order and had to wave someone down for our check. Would definitely come back to try some dinner options! read more

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My husband and I have been wanting to try out Los Gatos Parkside for a while- it did not disappoint. All the dishes were delicious. The pork chop was moist , avocado bruschetta great flavor, empanadas tasty. The beignets and coffee hit the stop at the end. Our server was excellent- very friendly and attentive. He gave us some good recommendations. Nice ambiance, but where we were sitting was a little noisy. read more

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Loved our experience with Katrina! She was so outgoing, fun and down to earth for a Saturday night! Love her and will be back!

This place has the coziest ambiance, we loved the outdoor seating with plenty of plants, heat lamps, and cozy seating. We started with their cocktail drinks which were really good. I got the frozen thyme cocktail which was unique. For appetizers the short rib bites were to die for. We also enjoyed the refreshing bruschetta alongside it. For entrees I got the mushroom ravioli. It was super creamy, and i loved the butternut squash and sage flavors that are perfect for fall. My partner got the horseradish salmon, which he thought was a little dry, and a smaller portion than expected. Overall this place has good vibes and food, however the service was sub par. Our server was borderline unfriendly. We also noticed we were treated significantly differently than other tables in terms of enthusiasm and attentiveness. If the service was better, I could see this being a great place, however that aspect personally ruined our experience. read more

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Katrina took amazing care of our party of 8 on a busy Saturday night. Despite how busy the restaurant was, she was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our meal. The atmosphere at Parkside was great, the food was delicious, and the service was exceptional. Katrina truly made our experience memorable. We'll definitely be back! read more

We made our Valentine's day dinner reservation a bit late this year, but still managed to get a reservation at LG Parkside for 7:45pm, even though it's later than we'd like. The restaurant was packed when we arrived 5 mins early, and people were still getting seated at 9pm! We're seated at the outdoor patio promptly. With the many flame heaters around us, it was quite cozy and not cold at all. It was just a bit noisy outside, especially when kids were running around in the sidewalk during the earlier part of our dinner. Service was prompt. Food came out shortly after we selected our options from the Valentine's Day 4 course tasting menu. My husband and I had the same first two courses. The Dungeness crab cakes starter was quite tasty and came with some lightly dressed greens with pomegranate seeds, plus a dollop of avocado mousse. It would be even better if the crab cakes were pan-fried instead of deep-fried. At least they're not oily and was mainly crab meat. So, no complains here. Since I was a super light drinker, I didn't order wine pairing for myself, but I did have a sip of each of my husband's wines, and they all paired well with their respective dishes. Our second course of sesame seared ahi tuna was presented beautifully. The tuna was seared right, and the noodles/pickles matched well with the tuna; didn't really need the aioli. For entree, I had the halibut, which was cooked well; the risotto was very creamy and cheesy, and the sauce was rich, yet not overpowering. My husband's bone-in ribeye was gigantic and I had a few bites. It was really tender. For dessert, I had the bread budding, and my husband had the beignets. Both were pretty good. Overall, it was a very enjoyable dinner, and the food was prepared well. Just nothing really stood out as outstanding. On the other hand, I was pretty impressed that they're able to maintain consistent solid quality, from service to food, on such a super busy night! read more

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Parkside was impressive and I was so thankful for this local recommendation from a co-worker! She was so right to choose this place for a casual yet trendy and delicious work dinner with visitors from all across the globe! Service was authentically friendly, prompt, helpful and very gracious. The food though, was the standout. Every single dosh that our party of 8 ordered was excellent! The brussel sprouts- savory and satisfying, the hush puppies- decadent and splurge-worthy with the spicy honey and folks loved the smash burger. I had the short rib entree and the portions was large- spouse devoured the leftovers when I got home! The pasta served with it seemed def homemade too. Oh and the delicata squash dish was probably my favorite and I am craving it badly just thinking about it! Thanks Parkside I can't wait to come back! read more

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First time coming! Delicious food and very attentive service. I appreciated the beautiful presentation of the smoked old fashioned, which my friend got. I liked their selection of non-alcoholic drinks, even if they came out of a can or bottle! The food came out quite quickly and the server was attentive to all of our food sensitivities, which I thought is rare for being such a large group. read more

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My sister-in-law wanted to meet up downtown Los Gatos so she found Los Gatos Parkside, our first time there. Happy hour's 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (M-F) where they have $5 bites and other food items, and their cocktails are $3 off. That's a very good deal. We ordered the Ahi Tuna Tostada and the Tempura Green Beans. They weren't kidding about a bite. The Ahi Tuna Tostada was maybe two bites at most. It was delicious though! We sat in the patio which is nicely covered with louver ceilings and heat lamps. The ambiance was very nice since it was a beautiful day. As the sun came down, the heat lamps within the patio gave off a nice glow. Service was excellent and the staff were very friendly. Parking can be a challenge even though they have parking lots you'd still have to walk a bit. I was lucky enough to find a spot on Montebello Way, right next to LGP since I was on crutches. This place will be our next Happy Hour spot. read more

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Beautiful restaurant with a gorgeous interior. The outdoor seating is also lovely. Service was good but the wait between ordering your drinks, getting your drinks, ordering your food, getting your food, ordering dessert and getting your dessert was long. We got unlimited waters refilled though. We came for brunch. The menu had breakfast and lunch options, along with wines/beers, mimosas, brunch cocktails and zero-proof libations. All sounded delish. I like the variety of salads and veggies. When our entrees arrived, they were all beautifully plated. There was a delay with one of our entrees which was a slight inconvenience as we wanted to eat together but couldn't wait any longer as everyone's entrees were starting to get cold. We ordered: Country Breakfast Plate - my daughter's dish. She thought the eggs were too greasy. Grain Bowl - loved all the veggies on this plate. It was so colorful! Breakfast Sandwich - Delicious but my hubby said he wished he ordered it with the aioli on the side. It ate soggy. Smoked Turkey Sandwich - Good. Breakfast Skillet - My son devoured this! Short Rib Hash - the short rib was flavorful, and I loved the combination of veggies. Wish there was less of the hollandaise so I can taste the veggies. For the most part, we all enjoyed our meal. We all kind of agreed that the sauces (aioli, dressing, mayo, etc.) were a little heavy handed. For dessert, we shared the pear cobbler. This was so pretty when it arrived at the table. The Dulce de Leche gelato was very good! The cobbler came with a vanilla wafer-type top vs a crumble (which our waitress said it had). It looked piping hot but sadly, the pear inside wasn't warm enough. It was delicious though. read more

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Went for an impromptu lunch at the bar on a chilly Friday afternoon. I was immediately struck by the welcoming vibe of the interior, the blend of wood and stone, brick and leather. Super comfy barstools -- I hate sitting on bare metal or plastic-- these were like cushy little armchairs on stilts. The bar was well-stocked, and the menu was like the design of the building: nice, quality, pretty traditional American. The staff were all friendly and knowledgeable, especially Ian behind the bar, who likes to talk about rye whiskey. I went for the fried chicken sandwich with a side salad. The chicken was perfectly cooked, the batter was delicious and had an unusual seasoning blend, a little sweet, or maybe the whole piece was tossed in a honey-based sauce? The house-made pickle and a pleasant coleslaw in the sandwich made for an intriguing, though messy, experience. Side salad was simple, fresh and nicely dressed, not too much of the tangy vinaigrette. Green tea came in an appealing pot, the place setting included a nice soft cotton napkin... lots of little touches that made me feel relaxed and happy to be there. Oh, and the prices were reasonable for Los Gatos. I definitely want to go back on a date night and do dinner there. read more

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I really enjoyed my dinner at Parkside! The ambiance was amazing and the staff were so kind. We brought a cake and they kept it for us in the fridge during dinner and cut it up for us at the end of dinner. The smashburger was good but I wish the buns were more toasted (if they were toasted at all). The meat and toppings were good but the bread was underwhelming. The truffle fries were good but lacked enough truffle. I'll definitely come back but probably get something else. read more

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We came here for lunch and had a very enjoyable experience. The staff is very nice, the outside seating was quiet and the weather was great. The menu has a nice variety of quality offerings. It's not pretentious like some places in LG but the menu is still upscale in the creations. The delicata squash is sooo good! The avocado bruschetta is delish with the fried capers. The meatballs have great ingredients and it shows in the flavor! Everyone enjoyed the meal. Great choice! read more

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Stopped in for Happy Hour food on a Saturday afternoon! Remarkable food and excellent service! No drinks this time but was worth the walk to have a bite before my cocktail party at my place. Not to mention the wonderful young lady who was there to suggest the food from the Happy Hour menu. I had ago tuna tostadas and fresh shrimp bites with yuzu sauce and salad. What a treat for myself! Oh and I sat in the warm courtyard with the heat lamps! Most people were inside and was quite crowded. The bathrooms are also super clean and warm. Loved my "me" time enjoying a beautiful Saturday afternoon before my quaint and small hosted cocktail party! read more

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Amazing service by Lexi. Attentive and kind. Food was amazing! Thanks so much! Highly recommend this place. Ask for Lexi!

LEXI WAS SO AMAZING! Couldn't have asked for better service! Was attentive, explained specials well...fantastic dining experience! read more

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This is a great spot for drinks or a meal. I've been there for their happy hour and you can get excellent discounts on wine, drinks, and small plates to proper meals. Their menu is small but each item is intentional and clearly has a lot of thought put into it I went there for brunch this weekend and I loved everything. They have a great loaded chicken salad sandwich with avocado and bacon. It comes on its own if you're not feeling super hungry, but of course I opted to add a very generously sized pile of show string fries to my meal. We tried 4 of their brunch cocktails and all of them were excellent; the basil punch, Hugo spritz, peach Bellini, and another drink that I can't remember the name of that had gin. All of the cocktails were well balanced with bright citrus, a decent amount of liquor, and not too sweet. My favorite was the basil punch, which tasted like a very elevated limeade. Definitely recommend sitting on their large patio, the restaurant is called park side for a reason! If it's too hot or one of the few rainy days in California, they have ample seating inside as well. The service was excellent and our servers were friendly, attentive, and offered to bring things like additional condiments without us having to ask. read more

Finally got to try Los Gatos Parkside. Every time we think of it, the reservations for Saturday evening are all booked up. But this week, we finally scored a reservation! Ambiance: The decor here modern and elevated combined with sports bar vibes. I liked it. I also appreciated that they had autumn decor throughout the restaurant, which always contributes to a festive atmosphere. Service: The service was great. No complaints on that front. Everyone was perfectly and appropriately attentive. Food: I went with the ahi tuna appetizer and fries for my main. We were having a late dinner, and I didn't want to overdo it. And this was the perfect amount of food. The ahi tuna was fresh with a well balanced salad on top. It was served with spicy taro chips, which were wonderfully flavorful, and crunchy. Yum. My husband ordered the burger, and said it was very good. He cleared his plate, which I always think speaks for itself. He also enjoyed the gelato for dessert, which was salted caramel with chocolate chips in it. Also yum. We really enjoyed our first visit to Los Gatos Parkside and intend to put it in our regular dining rotation. read more

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Wowow is all I can say! Service is top knotch, as is the ambiance. Everything on the menu seems carefully curated with the finest ingredients and a flair of creativity. For example, my husband doesn't even like persimmons but really enjoyed the heirloom tomato persimmons salad! The brussel sprouts and shrimp boats were also spectacular. Spicy dishes had the right amount of heat. And the drinks are phenomenal. The Bailey's cocktail stole the spotlight. Will be back again! read more

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Came here with the girls for a birthday celebration and had a great experience. The restaurant was packed, and luckily with reservations we were still seated immediately. Ambiance was intimate but lively, with a very cozy and comforting homey atmosphere. Service was also great - the server really went above and beyond to recommend drinks for each of us according to our preference and gave us great food recommendations as well. Let's dig in: (1) Brussels - perf crispy & well seasoned with a delish light glaze! (2) Biscuits - this was unique and tasty overall, a bit dry and not as hot when we got them but still good. (3) Pasta - this might've been the gnocchi, can't remember - it was good but overall but not as memorable. (4) Scallops - these were tasty overall, a bit too saucy per my preference of scallops, but everyone on the table enjoyed it. (5) Hushpuppies - these were tasty & came out nice hot and crispy; while the interior remained soft, delish pillows. read more

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Cute spot with delicious food and great service. This place has excellent espresso martinis. Also really enjoyed the short rib bites (melts in your mouth), avocado bruschetta and the meatballs. The crème brûlée is also amazing read more

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Service was great! Sat outside with our stroller on their patio area. My mom and I ordered the chopped salad and I added ahi tuna to mine. Would go back again to try other dishes. read more

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Absolutely beautiful place to go to dinner to go on a date. The menu is very versatile but expensive. The happy hour is very fun.

Food is delicious! Service is great! Theresa was awesome!! Ambiance is nice balance between hopping and mellow. We moved to the area recently and we eat here once a week! Great happy hour too! read more

We ate at Los Gatos Parkside on a Friday night and it was hopping! The restaurant has a full bar, indoor and outdoor seating (heated in an enclosed parklet) and a side room for events. We ate outside - it was warm and a little too loud. Our server was very friendly and efficient. The servers tag teamed so our food came out warm and with good timing. For drinks, I had a Brandy Alexander (perfectly made) and the Blueberry Crush mocktail (very tasty and refreshing). My husband had a gin martini and he said it was well done. We had the crab cakes as an appetizer. They came out in fours - perfect for our table. They were really good - lots of crab and very little bread fill. We also ordered the cheese board. The portions of the three cheeses were generous and perfect for the four of us. My husband ordered the mushroom raviolis and they were absolutely delicious. I actually wish I had ordered that dish as well. My daughter and I ordered the horseradish crusted salmon. The salmon was cooked a little too long for my taste. My daughter's boyfriend had the short ribs and the dish was perfectly prepared. We tried three desserts. My daughter had the bread pudding and loved it. Her boyfriend ordered the beignets for table and they were very tasty. I had lemon sherbet. It came out rock hard but there was a heat lamp nearby. A couple of misses but still a five. We'll be back! read more

Do not sell doughnuts and call them beignets. They are not the same. Still good but I wanted some beginners not doughnuts. Service was good read more

was told by the manager that my under cooked Halibut was 6 ounces, it definitely was not. He gave us a gift certificate which i did not take, i just want what i ordered. I ordered a medium well 6oz piece of Halibut, that is not what i ended up with. read more

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I've come here many times, and have always had a good experience. Service is amazing and they have decent vegetarian options which is nice. The burrata toast is good. Bit too much cheese though. The Brussels sprouts are good too and quantity was bigger than expected for an appetizer. I always get the Mac and cheese and it's super yummy. Cheesy with breadcrumbs on top and the macaroni shape is cool too. All the cocktails I've tried here have been good too! read more

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We have had the best service on this extremely busy Saturday evening! We walked up at 5pm and they couldn't take a party of 10. We came back at 7:30 and they accommodated us. Katrina is a super attentive server making sure we are well taken care of. We are incredibly impressed as Los Gatos can be a bit uptight. We will come back for sure!!! read more

Amazing food with a great vibe! Katrina took care of our every need with an amazing attitude and great speed. Definitely recommend!

Had a chance to try Parkside during happy hour and this was a fantastic experience! If you are looking for cute vibes and amazing service with a HH menu where everything is $5, this is the place for you! For food we got to try: * short rib taco - this was absolutely AMAZING!!! The meat was flavorful and rich. All the flavors came together perfectly, I had to stop myself from getting another one so I could try the other items * Dungeness crab cake - this was very yummy, nice and crispy on the outside with plentiful meat on the inside. This came with a nice refreshing salad as well * Fries - these were plentiful and crisp to perfection. They came with a side of ketchup as well as aioli * Hushpuppies - These were nice and crispy and I enjoyed the creamy sauce dip this came with. I wouldn't say these were my favorite but not bad to try * Fried chicken slider - I felt this one was my least favorite. The buns were a little thick compared to the patty so you could not get as much flavor in every bite Overall, I had a really good experience and would definitely go back. It was really fun to try different items and that too at SUCH a good price! read more

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Our server Luke was the absolute best. My friends reserved a special table and menu for a wedding rehearsal lunch for around 24 people, and we were seated outside under shade with water misters to help keep us cool. The mocktails and cocktails were delicious, and every course had a vegan option. Luke answered all my questions, and brought me avocado when I pointed out it was missing from my entree and went to the kitchen to inquire about a vegan dessert and brought me back a delicious passionfruit panna cotta. Having Luke as our server definitely made our meal more enjoyable, he kept the mood light and fun while being attentive and responsive to all our needs. read more

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Me and a friend came to Los Gatos Parkside for an early lunch, and we were so glad we did! I had the grain bowl with salmon, and she had a salad with shrimp -- both dishes were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. We chose to sit out on the patio, which was the perfect spot on a nice day -- relaxing and stylish. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, which made the experience even better. The whole place gives off total Sex and the City vibes -- chic, classy, and perfect for catching up with a friend. Definitely adding this to our go-to lunch spots! read more

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One of the best dinners I've enjoyed in a long time! I went with the special -- filet mignon -- but customized it with the sides usually served with the NY steak. Cooked perfectly to a juicy medium rare, it was absolute perfection. I especially loved the basil mashed potatoes, which I originally spotted on the horseradish-crusted salmon dish -- a brilliant pairing! The drinks were excellent, and I really appreciated being able to sample the wine first. It saved me from choosing one I wouldn't have enjoyed, and I ended up loving their French wine recommendation. Our server, Therese, was incredibly knowledgeable and offered fantastic suggestions, and Moses was equally wonderful. The warm, inviting ambiance made the whole evening even better. I'll definitely be back! read more

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