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    Lost Parrot Cafe

    4.2 (884 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
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    Star G.

    Cute little spot with decent tacos, good guacamole and chips, and tasty margaritas. I mostly come for Taco Tuesdays, which can get pretty busy, and the experience can be a bit hit or miss depending on the day. They have a convenient salsa and water station, which is a nice touch. Orders come out fairly quickly, and parking is available on the street or in the back. Keep in mind, there is only one bathroom, so there may be a wait during busier times.

    Blueberries pancakes, side of eggs and bacon.
    Angel R.

    Cute little cafe in SouthPas right off Huntington. Easy to find and has a full bar for all those brunch drinks. I ordered pancakes with a side of eggs and bacon for a total of $30 - pretty steep for a casual breakfast spot so I was expecting some pretty great pancakes. They were really REALLY dry and besides the blueberries, flavorless. The eggs were bland and the bacon was the only thing had a little flavor but then it's kinda hard to mess up bacon. Oddly enough the pancakes don't come with butter - you have to ask for the butter and slather it on the syrup to make the pancakes edible. If you're looking for just ambiance and cute charm, this is the place. But if you want actual good food, go elsewhere.

    Coffee cake
    Omar A.

    Now this was a find! During my walks, I walked next to this charming place. I'd see people enjoying themselves with the food and drinks they were partaking in. I told the husb we have to try it. I'm glad we did! Although it was lunch time, we opted for breakfast like items. The husb had the breakfast burrito, he said there was lots inside of it and it felt plentiful. The burrito had bacon, tater tots, eggs beans and cheese. He also enjoyed his tasty Bloody Mary. He highly recommends it! I had the classic breakfast, which included eggs, sausage, toast and potatoes. Very plentiful and tasty. Coffee was delicious as well. The ambiance is very relaxing, there's inside and outside seating. People with cute dogs usually sit outside, it's an old charming building. Employees are friendly, ready to strike a conversation if not too busy. We'll make it a regular on our brunch rotation!

    the chilaquiles!
    Cheryl U.

    this spot is nice and easy, everything you want in a cafe- you order your food at the counter and it's brought out to you, if you want or forgot a drink you can order that via QR code at the table- they're very accommodating! i haven't explored too much of the menu because the chilaquiles are so tasty, i keep ordering those and a latte as my go to but my husband has explored a couple other items and hasn't hit a bad one yet

    Veggie Omelette
    Natalia O.

    Fantastic coffee and breakfast! Vibes here are really cute. There's an outdoor area with ample seating that's great for a nice warm summer morning. Indoor is cute too. Food was delicious, portions were generous and prices were, too. Coffee was 10/10 (they use Jones Coffee Roasters). Definitely a great place to check out.

    Breakfast Burrito
    Lyane P.

    I came on a Saturday morning and found parking easily right in front of the the restaurant. I am a creature of habit and ordered the Breakfast Burrito without the turkey sausage and got extra bacon instead. It is so delicious with the eggs, onions, beans, cheese and potatoes. I love that the tater tots stay crunchy. It comes with tortilla chips and salsa. So yummy! Service was quick and friendly. The restaurant is bright and airy and we were fortunate to get a table by the window.

    Avocado Toast and Tater Tots
    Karen T.

    Cozy, little cafe with a wide menu of various breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes. My partner and I stopped by for some avocado toast and tater tots. I really liked the bread used for the avocado toast. It was toasted to the perfect crispiness and wasn't super thick, making it easy to slice through and eat. The avocado spread was creamy and flavorful, while the soft boiled egg added a nice touch of protein. As for the tater tots, they were very crispy, served as a generous portion, and came with a side of ranch sauce. This ended up feeling like a nice, fulfilling meal. I am not sure if this restaurant is always super packed, but it felt very crowded on the day that we visited. The vibes did feel a bit strange, like the employee was trying to rush us when placing our order. The interior felt pretty cramped without much space to walk around, and there is a bar in the back. Luckily, there are some outdoor benches and tables, where we decided to sit. Our order was ready within 10 minutes, which is a reasonable wait time. There is some free street parking available around the cafe, as well as a small parking lot located behind the restaurant.

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    Sergio S.

    You're going on a stroll or looking for a delicious breakfast/Brunch spot. Look no further than this delicious food spot with consistent food options for you! I have been here 2x and it continues to get better each time. In the peak hours, it gets busy and the ambiance is relaxed and calming and with a great breezy , it's delightful! The inside seating and outdoor seating is a great option . Check this out if you're looking for a new spot! 7/10. Enjoy the recommendation!

    Spicy beans not good for toddlers
    Stephanie H.

    Horrible food Service bad! Sassy men Only thing that was nice was the exit! Food had no flavor at all! I would think it would since a Hispanic man was making it Que paso ? Con la comida se te pasó la mano

    Tasnim C.

    Lost Parrot Cafe was good and I'd definitely come back to try other items and drinks. My husband and I tried their chilaquiles and breakfast burrito. Both were good, but definitely nothing super great or delicious (which is okay, not a bad thing). We've just had better so it may be worth us trying out different items from the cafe instead. We didn't get any drinks but some of their coffee menu did really interest us, so we will have to come back to try. We came on a Sunday morning where it was busy but not too much. We found seats immediately after ordering and it seems to move pretty quickly. The service was also great!

    Gail Astrid M.

    Got the breakfast burrito and it's super filling. Very LA breakfast bunch vibes. The crew was casual but efficient.

    Avocado Toast
    Kevin T.

    My wife found this brunch spot and we decided to take a gander at the restaurant over the weekend and we weren't disappointed. Unfortunately, we visited on a day where they were holding a private event. Thus, dining in wasn't an option so we ordered to go as they were going to close earlier on that day. My wife and I ordered the Avocado Toast & the Tater Tots to share. Food took about 5-10 minutes to come out and was delivered via the back bar area. Service is pretty fast & were pretty friendly, semi-professional vibe as well which is a plus. Avocado Toast Very different from the avocado toasts I've had in the past. Very easy to cut, portions are big, and it comes with a half egg. I could tell that the toast was freshly made and it provides a "healthier" side of the dish. Love everything about the dish and will always be a recommendation for anyone who wants to visit this cafe. Tater Tots This dish surprised me in a good way. Portions are once again, massive. Each tater tot is bite size which is nice, very crunchy & savory. Best part of it is that it's not too salty and compliments well with a drink. Sauce that was provided with the tater tots is highly recommended to use. I absolutely love the interior, very tropical forest type style, outdoor and indoor seating, and definitely the next time I visit again, I would like to dine inside the restaurant to taste their amazing quality of food in a more non rushed way. Perfect brunch spot for dates.

    Breakfast date
    Miori I.

    Lost Parrot Cafe is becoming a favorite for our breakfast/coffee dates. The food is great, service is super friendly, and I love being surrounded by the lush, green plants. Don't tell my husband, but sometimes I'm daydreaming about owning the plants for sale instead of listening to him talk haha. Shhh! Food today: - Breakfast burrito (a yummy classic. we split it today. served with perfectly salted chips and salsa. love the microgreens. - Side of bacon (would have preferred it not so crunchy but still good) - Cheese danish (have them warm it up..so much yummier than it already was as is) - Vanilla latte with almond milk (strong espresso, a go to of mine) Can't wait to go back. Will definitely be bringing home a healthy, fluffy hanging pothos.

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    Good food, Relaxing place to chat, service is good! My wifey comes to eat for a little me time.

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    Laid back neighborhood cafe. Solid breakfast burrito and coffee drinks. Pleasant outdoor seating. Great for a low-key weekend brunch.

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    Ask the Community - Lost Parrot Cafe

    Will you be open Labor Day?

    Are you able to purchase the plants/books on display?

    Yes.

    Are they still open?

    Yes

    Does this place have bottomless mimosas?

    Is there wifi? Is this more of a restaurant/cafe or a coffeehouse/cafe?

    No WiFi from what I recall... I would say it's more of a restaurant/ cafe. However, I've seen people bring their laptops to do some light work. The place is very laid back and chill, so it's a unique spot that gives you a little bit of everything… 

    Is there an option to dine in right now?

    They definitely do have dine in option as well as sidewalk-outdoor option.

    Are there vegan options?

    For drinks yes. You can always ask for Almond milk as a substitute. As for food options there are little to none and it would be safer to say there are none. Luckily the drinks are really good with almond milk as a substitute. My favorite are just… 

    Is this the Cook Shack renamed? Same owner operators or different restaurant entirely?

    Hi Chi. The Cookshack closed back in 2007. I had actually been working here at that time as an employee. I opened the Lost Parrot Cafe in May of 2018. Different restaurant. Different owner, me. Feel free to reach out at any time with questions.… 

    Is outdoor seating available? If so, is it spacious?

    Hello! Yes! We have a patio space that is spacious and we plan to add more tables soon. Thank you!

    Do you have a lunch menu?

    Menus are on our website Victoria! Thx!

    Does this restaurant serve alcohol?

    Thanks for this question Valerie, because it's a tricky one; We have a limited bar menu for Sunday brunch 9am-1pm (I.E. bubbles, beer, mimosas, wine) and Margaritas on Taco Tuesday 5p-9p… 

    Is brunch only served on sundays?

    Hi there Rayell, Great question. We are trying to let all our patrons know; Sunday is our big brunch… 

    Are there special hours on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day?

    There sure are! New Years Eve we’re open 8am-2p. Hope to see you there! Closed New Years Day.

    Love this cafe, very open and spacious with friendly baristas. What is behind the interesting name?

    Named after the flocks of wild parrots found around South Pasadena!

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    Cannonball

    Cannonball

    4.3
    (199 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$$

    Been here once for dinner, and another time to grab a cocktail before a show at Sid the cat…read moreauditorium. Food really exceptional, a compact menu, but everything we ordered was exquisite. The biscuits are perfection and will haunt your dreams. The crudo and burger also stood out. Was dining with some family who were visiting and dinner at Cannonball was their favorite meal of the trip. We were on the back patio for dinner, I enjoyed the metro trains passing, but it is probably not everyone's cup of tea. The ambience inside the restaurant when I got drinks at the bar was very nice. Service attentive and personable on both visits.

    I was bummed when the restaurant that WAS in this space closed. I am VERY happy this spot took the…read morespace and has brought a fantastic menu and flavor back to the space. I was pleasantly surprised at the welcoming staff and warm ambiance. Going to slide one complaint in here, the noise level in the upstairs portion of the restaurant is LOUD. We sat upstairs and it was pretty difficult to hear my friends talk from just across the table. We powered through, and by the second half of our meal, most diners had finished and left us upstairs with only a couple of lingering parties. THEN this place became GREAT! Here's all that we stuffed ourselves with during the cacophony of chatter: flaky buttermilk biscuits, honey butter (3pc; please allow 20 minutes) - totally worth the 20 mins!! Super buttery and flaky, I might go back JUST FOR THIS! crispy calamari, horseradish cocktail sauce - great little kick in the sauce. Perfectly lightly battered. fideos, clams, chorizo, saffron, sweet sherry aïoli - mmmm, this was delicious. The Spanish chorizo enhanced the broth with a good saltiness. white shrimp from the griddle, aïoli - this was my favorite. The shrimp was not overcooked and peeled easily. The flavor was good enough to slurp the juices out. single burger, prime chuck, tillamook cheddar, dijonaise, egg brioche bun & crispy french fries - good meaty burger, love the dijonaise, GREAT shoestring fries. Parking is a little challenging during the day, not so bad in the evening. It's South Pas, a little neighborhood walk after dinner never hurts.

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    Upstairs bar
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    Mike & Anne's Restaurant

    Mike & Anne's Restaurant

    3.5
    (1.3k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    Beep, beep! Oh, that's the train. One of the small town delights in LA has got to be Mission…read moreStreet in South Pasadena -- lots of small independent shops stretching a couple blocks before and after the train tracks. When shopping tires you out, Mike & Anne's is a great lunch spot. Though I usually don't like eating outside, I'll make an exception here; there's an awesome patio with lots of sun and shade (and the indoor seating is a bit gloomy for lunchtime). You cannot beat the breakfast plates here, but I am partial to the cheeseburger/fries combo. Meat, cheese and bun are just right. My buddy had the breakfast burrito and insisted that I include it in this review. The elephant in the room? Parking. It's impossible. Try a side street around the restaurant or keep your eyes peeled for someone pulling out. Worth it!

    Mike & Anne's has a great outdoor patio ideal for Sunday brunch sitting high & pretty. Also works…read moreon a mild evening. If it rains, there is always the room indoors. Food here is very safe, trite, hackneyed California cuisine beaten to death like a worn out horse. It's not really bad and not very good offending no one, but food that is boring and not particularly drop dead flavourful. I wasn't super hungry and decided to order more of the sides. 1) French Fries with some skin on, looking rustic, had a touch of that ineffable earthy potato flavour. Asked for extra crispy, but just got a bit crispy so their default fries must be rather limp. Standard ketchup in a steel ramekin. 2) Roasted Golden Beet & Arrugula Salad had sweet, softer, smooth texture, Arrugula had a fibrous, good green herbal, peanut oil scented flavour. Not too funky, creamy goat cheese. Roasted walnut halves. All napped with a subtle Champagne Vinaigrette. Portion was about half of what would be expected in other comparable restaurants. 3) Bread Pudding: The bread was spongy, moist, eggy almost like a flan but lacked a deeper dairy, milkiness as well as lack of hints of warm spices such as cinnamon, allspice, ginger, cloves. Bland would describe the general overall flavour. Topped with cream rich ice cream. Scattering of blueberry, blackberry, strawberry. At home, I drizzled on Grand Marnier for more citrus cognac aromatics. 1-3a) Iced Tea The food here seems to be the Midwest version of what California cuisine should be. Middle of the road, steady as she goes, don't rock the boat. Our waitress was efficient, helpful, thoughtful in a business-like manner which facilitated our group of 8. The male helper with a moustache and the inked hand was great at keeping our glasses topped off. 3 stars for a safe, not overly effusive food that does not offend. The outdoor optics holds the charm and strength of this restaurant.

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    3/10/23 Bar
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    Mike & Anne's Restaurant

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    Twohey’s Restaurant

    Twohey’s Restaurant

    3.9
    (737 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    Date: June 27…read more Purchases: Patty Melt wirh Garlic Fries Hot Tea - English Breakfast Experience: This was the second time that my husband and I have been here with our first time trying out their breakfast menu and this time we got to the their lunch menu. I ordered a hot tea since I was feeling under the weather. The tea did not come with its own little teapot and had to be refilled by our server by taking my cup and bringing it back to me. I ordered the Patty Melt cause it's my go to for diner places when I can't decide and chose Garlic Fries because I'm a sucker for garlic anything. My husband caved in and got their 1776 Burger special that was made in celebration for America celebrating 250 years of freedom. The food came quicker than expected and we dug right in. The Garlic Fries were a bit oily and definitely garlicky, but good. The Patty Melt was great and I love how then use the marbled rye bread. I looked over at my husband who was wanting me to give his burger a try, but it looked too messy and saucy for my liking and let him enjoy his meal. Overall, definitely prefer lunch over breakfast that we had before and would want to try more of their menu the next time we visit.

    I was very excited to get the chicken pot pie... I love chicken pot pie... But this was not your…read moretraditional CPP. It was like a soup with the top of the pie crust on top. It lacked flavor. Once i added salt and pepper it was better but I was so disappointed that I only found 1 piece of chicken in this CHICKEN POT PIE!! The service was great. Staff was friendly.

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    A cocktail and food. 1.26.25
    Chicken fried steak yummy
    Chicken fried steak yummy
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    GRANVILLE

    GRANVILLE

    4.2
    (2.6k reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Locally sourced ingredients

    Had a great dinner with my family here. we got the Caesar salad and bread to start. For mains we…read moregot the angel hair pasta with shrimp, flat iron steak, and the chicken with the miso sauce. Everything was great, we'll definitely be back. Not to mention the cocktails were good too!

    Happy Hour Only!…read more Prior to dinner in Pasadena, we popped in for some happy hour. At this time there are select days at this location where there is all day happy hour-- I believe Monday- Wednesday. Other weekdays its select hours of happy hour that starts at three. Happy hour consist of select beers, wine, and cocktails. With beer starting at $6.50 and cocktails going up to 13 dollars. Plus, there is a wide range of food items to compliment your drinks. The ambiance at this location is particularly nice. I think this is one of my favorite locations. On the first floor that is a large bar, plus there is a roof top patio and seating on three different floors. Note, happy hour is only served at the first flow bar unfortunately. The service is always great at this location. The bartender was very attentive during our visit. In front of the restaurant there is street parking that gets busy at night. Prior to 6pm, some parking in front is limited to one hour so read the signs carefully. Also, the parking in front is metered so pay the pay the meter. I believe there is parking in the rear that offers a limited free parking time. Cheers!

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    Superfood salad
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    The Raymond 1886

    The Raymond 1886

    3.9
    (2.1k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$$
    Happy hour specials
    Romantic vibe

    We hosted our ~70 person ceremony and reception at The Raymond in May and could not have been more…read morethrilled with the service, food, and event planning leading up to the big day. Kevin was an amazing collaborator, going above and beyond to make our vision come to life. This was felt by our guests who raved about the food, cocktails, and kindness of everyone working the event. I couldn't recommend The Raymond more for anyone considering planning large events or buyouts. We're thrilled with our experience.

    The Raymond 1886 is always elegant and welcoming and delicious!…read more We got reservations this weekend with friends to celebrate a retirement and two anniversaries. We decided to spring for valet parking for $8 but then realized there's 2 hour street parking for free just beyond the hedges in front of the restaurant afterwards. Oh well, it was a special occasion. We were seated right at 6 (the time of our reservation). The hostess also made sure we knew our server's name and brought us ice water. (You can choose bottled or tap). Our server's name Jennifer was friendly and attentive throughout the evening. We ordered the horseradish crusted salmon and the steak frites and our friends ordered the truffle mushroom tagliatelle and the filet mignon. We were all extremely happy and satisfied with our entrees. The portions are perfect. No doggy bags needed and no room for dessert. I really enjoyed the broccolini that accompanied my salmon--it was cooked just enough to retain a little crunch. The savory sauce on the salmon was subtle and complimentary to the flaky fish. We sat in the bar room of this restaurant that used to be a house. The patio looked lovely too, especially on a summer evening so maybe we'll choose that next time. Because you can bet there'll be a next time!

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    The Raymond 1886
    The Raymond 1886
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    Nick's South Lake Avenue

    Nick's South Lake Avenue

    4.5
    (2.2k reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$$

    We came here to celebrate my mother in laws not monster in law's BIRTHDAY! I have heard of Nicks in…read moreNewport Beach but, just realized that there had another location in Pasadena... SERVICE: 10/10 A+ Excellent Service! Everyone was very friendly. Emily was our service for the first half followed by Danny and her team. Everyone was very PATIENT!!! That's so rare!!! Very professional. There was no signs of moodiness or exhaustion. Bravo to the hardworking staff!!! SEABASS: 10/10 Star of the show! The fish was cooked perfectly. It was soft on the inside and a pinch of joyful crunch on the outside. However, I did not like the mash potatoes because it had a very weird taste... PRIME RIB DIP: 8/10 Not bad. It reminded us of the HAT's pastrami sandwich... FILET MIGNON: 9/10 looks delicious! My party finished his plate... CLAM CHOWDER: 10/10 My mother in law said it was very good! ARTICHOKES: 7/10 Very dry. We had to replace it with another appetizer... SPINACH DIP: 9/10 Delicious!!! The dip's flavor and texture really stood out... AMBIANCE: 10/10 Nice and a bit dimmed ambiance. We sat at a circular table for a part of 6 on the first floor. It felt really nice and intimate and you can watch the game on the TV screen as well... ROCK ON NICK'S SOUTH LAKE AVENUE!!!!!

    Ambiance is great, though a little loud. Service is good…read more All our entrees were very good BUT the artichokes were not good. We first thought they were undercooked. They were warm (not hot) and it was difficult to get any meat off of them. I rarely ask for something to be sent back but especially for the price point here, these were not OK. We let them know that they were undercooked. The chokes were gone for a while and when they came back they were slightly better so we just made due and realized that they just weren't very good artichokes. Also, though the heart was good, the flavor of the leaves was not great and the dipping sauce was nothing special. They were covered with diced onions for some reason. When it's $21 for three halves, it was very disappointing.

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    Asparagus Fries | A Nick's Original
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    Yang’s Kitchen

    Yang’s Kitchen

    4.4
    (1.3k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$
    Locally sourced ingredients
    Healthy dining

    Yang's Kitchen is one of my fav brunch spots in the 626. They priotize sourcing local, high quality…read moreingredients and it's apparent in every bite. My must orders are the hanger steak breakfast plate, lemon pepper chicken wings chicken, and chicken liver mousse. I also love their soft serve that they make with Straus milk! The ambiance is rather intimate but it does get really busy. Servers are very helpful with recommendations.

    Honestly, so surprised to find a restaurant like this in the middle of Alhambra. Yang's Kitchen is…read morea scratch kitchen that focuses on locally sourced, organic ingredients and sustainability. You can definitely taste the difference in the quality of food. For appetizer, we really enjoyed the Chicken Liver Mousse. The house-made seasonal jam is so good (we just had strawberry) and pairs really well with the mousse. For brunch, we got the Grass-fed Hangar Steak Breakfast Plate which is an elevated version of your typical breakfast staples. Amazing flavor and they cook the steak perfectly every time. We also tried one of their seasonal desserts and it is a must-have. I forgot the name, but it was a melon sorbet paired with fresh mangoes, coconut milk, and sago. Super unique and refreshing. Highly recommend this place if you are looking for an upscale restaurant with a casual feel. Service is amazing, especially if you have Kai. We look forward to visiting again soon to try their dinner menu.

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    Interesting and delicious wine
    Interesting and delicious wine
    Cold crab noodle
    Cold crab noodle
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    Magnolia House

    Magnolia House

    3.9
    (1.6k reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    I've heard some good things about this place and from other fellow yelpers friends, it must be…read moreworth it. Had a dinner reservation with some girlfriends celebrating two of their birthdays. The restaurant itself isn't too big but it does a pack a nice punch. Cute patio out front that takes some of the sidewalks and streets. Plenty of heat lamps which helped with the chilly nights. We got seated at one of the tables on the patios which was nice. Didn't really utilize inside area except for the restroom which it's quite cute in there. The rooms were pretty well decorated and executed. Nice bar area too. Like mentioned, we got seated on the patio and the heat lamps were great. Down to the menus, it's quite limited on dishes. Seemed like there were more shared plates versus the entrees. Drinks, it was fairly decent with their cocktails and wine. Service at the beginning was great. The staff were amazing and very friendly. We didn't order right away as we were still waiting for the last one to show. But did start off with some drinks. It didn't take that long for the first round which was nice. Food wise, the shared plate was a mixture of everything. Some of the olives, which is exactly what it is. The Belgian fries, nice thick cut fries with shredded pecorino cheese and a nice aioli sauce. We ended up getting a second order of it. The albacore tuna crudo was a hit which was really tasty. Chili ginger relish, mint and shallot, can't go wrong with that. Lastly the meatballs, tasty and very great for sharing. Entrees, the pan seared sea bass which I loved. Portion is pretty tiny which also seemed like they were a shared plate. Almost tapas styled. Nice chimichurri sauce and a side salad. The chicken Milanese also with a side salad of arugula. Simple dish but quite tasty. One of the salads that was somewhat hyped up by the waitress but it was just a salad. Decent but nothing major to rave about...lol... also the confit oyster mushrooms was major hit. Something that simple but quite tasty. And lastly the pan con tomate, rustic sourdough with tomatoes and burrata. Tasty as well. Overall the meal was good. From there, the second round of drinks did take a long time to arrive and with then plates that we shared, trying to get someone to clear the plates was another thing. Took a long for someone to clear the table before more items came. Even when the entrees came, all the empty starter plates were still there. And if someone did clear the plates, some was still left on the table. Finishing off the night, we did have the dessert which we tried all three. As it was two of our girlfriends birthday, they brought out a little bubbly for us to celebrate with the dessert. That was quite sweet and nice. Honestly opinion with the dessert, they were just ok. Nothing major to rave about. We tried all three on the menu and they were just ok. Overall, the food was great. Service was nice and the staffs were all very friendly. It did take a while for plates to get cleared from the table and second round did take a while, but it was manageable. It was a sweet gesture with the bubbly with the dessert which was greatly appreciated. The place is nice and great for catching up. Menu is limited and portions are quite small. You would have to get a good amount for sharing. Entrees, depending on what you order is small as well. But we enjoyed ourself.

    Come here for the drinks, vibes and brunch…read more Their breakfast options are better than their dinner service. I can't eat here for dinner as a vegetarian, they have little to no options. Would it kill them to add a veggie burger? Service is consistently awful. I've been here half a dozen times and I've never had good service. Drinks and water are never refilled unless I ask. It takes forever to get our order and once we do our server disappears. Seriously so bad. But I keep coming back for their good food.

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    Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 4 - 6:30PM. Enjoy $5 wine & local draft beers, $6 well drinks & $6 House Sangria, and more
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