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We went to Madison primarily for the entertainment -- a singer who sang a variety of songs. The restaurant is interesting -- kind of both indoors and outdoors at the same time. There is a ceiling, but it is also open at both the front and back at the restaurant. The food is largely Italian. I had the gnocchi, which is something that I don't always like. This was very good! My dad liked the ravioli Rossini, and my sister enjoyed the chicken piccata. But, the food seemed to come out a little too fast -- as if they had it all ready & just warmed it up. I don't think we waited even 10 minutes. And, they did not serve bread. We asked for some, and they brought us a few small pieces of toast -- and charged for it. And also surprising and disappointing was that they didn't serve coffee at all. Very strange. Still, it was pretty good, albeit expensive (as most San Diego restaurants seem to be).
Had dinner here for Valentine's day. They had a prix-fixe menu for the evening--$99/person. They also offered wine pairings for an extra charge, but I don't drink so we opted out. I would say that the prix-fixe menu and price paired together get a solid 4. Out of everything I tried, my favorite was the portobello (mushroom) "fries." Nothing else really stood out as special. Cute ambiance and good service, will have to try their regular menu some time.
This place is so cute! The vibes are cozy and modern. We were only there for drinks this time but would definitely come back to try the food. We also came during their happy hour from 5-6. We got the motorbike and the heavyset honeybee. The motorbike comes with tequila, watermelon, aperol, ginger and lime but I could only really taste the watermelon and tequila. Refreshing but a little underwhelming. The honeybee was delicious though. It was sweet but also complex. Service was super friendly and welcoming. I would definitely come back!
My parner and I went here during happy hour and were able to get seat the bar immediately. (Happy hour is only available at the bar or patio). We lived the vibe of the place! Also on certain days they have live jazz music which is really cool. Service was really good! Our bartender Jenny was amazing. We got the Motor Bike and Heavyset HoneyBee. I preferred the HoneyBee over the Motor Bike but I'm a sucker for honey lol Overall will definitely come back to try the food and live jazz music.
My friends and I came here for one of my friend's birthdays. We all got different drinks and food and tried each others. The drinks are strong. One of my friends and I shared the greek fries and gnocchi. The tahini sauce for the fried was just ok. I wish it was tzatziki instead. The gnocchi was nice and light, not too heavy even though it's a cream based sauce. I tried my friend's Mediterranean Milanese and the chicken was nice and crispy. The ravioli Rossini sauce was very rich and tasty. We told our server it was one of my friend's birthday and they brought us a chocolate marquise cake. Everything tasted delicious and service was great. A little pricy but nice for special occasions!
Before I describe my experience, I need to preface that the food was excellent, the location and ambiance was amazing! The staff was so wonderful!!! And everyone needs to come here! We were celebrating our daughter's graduation and they accommodated a large party(we called to book the table, nicest and most accommodating person ever) When we arrived everything was ready for us and was gorgeous. But we didn't realize that they had live music. So it was a little louder than we had anticipated. So if this is not your jam, check out their schedule. So we asked if there was any way to move further away from the music and they so quickly moved all 16 of us and made it so wonderful. The food came so quickly and we had the most amazing time. You will not be disappointed! Get the ravioli and the gnocchi!!!
I truly hate bashing a restaurant and even my wife the eternal optimist didn't have much positive to say. I don't mean to be hyperbolic but I wanted to ask the cooks to come and try this food because it wasn't evenly remotely close to restaurant quality. The meatballs were about the size of a ping pong ball and there were 5 for $20. I've seen plenty of similar places with 2-3 baseball sized meatballs for $15 so don't understand the need to be chintzy. The meatballs had a very odd texture almost like the meat had been squished when mixed if they were made in house. They also lacked any flavor. As far as the potatoes they looked great but had little seasoning. They had a sprinkle of finishing salt but that's about it. The disheartening feeling of biting into an unseasoned fluffy potato. The French fries were your standard frozen and fried fries which were fine but nothing special. For $4 with the sliders they were fine. The sliders similar to everything else were just bland. Again the hesitation to use enough salt and even a little pepper. Lastly, I ordered a soda and it was $6. I get rent and overhead cost money but come on. On top of the $6 the server didn't refill my soda once. She came to the table twice after taking our order. Once to check on us and once at the end. It was the bare minimum for a server. She didn't offer once to refill my soda or even bring one out with her. Having worked in restaurants for 20 years it is pretty standard for servers to refill water and soda quickly and offer numerous times. $80 for 3 appetizers, a coke, and 2 Happy Hour drinks at $12 a piece. The service was average as well which is unacceptable when the place is basically empty at 5:45 on a Friday. A truly unforgettable experience for my wife's birthday and we will never be back.
This was my second time at Madison, and unfortunately, it'll probably be my last. The first time I went with my best friend, and it was just okay -- good service, but the flies were pretty annoying. I decided to give it another chance, this time with a group of seven of us, and sadly, the same fly problem continued. The service this time was honestly strange. We got our food and drinks fairly quickly, but no utensils. We couldn't find our server anywhere, so we had to flag down another staff member just to get forks and knives. Then, when it came time to pay, we waited what felt like forever for someone to come by. Food-wise, it was pretty hit or miss. Some people at the table got salads, others got the breakfast burrito , bowls, classic breakfast -- everything was just fine, nothing memorable. The one standout item was the churro waffle sticks with jalapeño jam -- those were actually really good and the only thing we all agreed on. The space itself is cute -- very aesthetic -- but the flies, the uneven service, and the underwhelming food make it hard to justify another visit.
Absolutely one of our favorite spots. Great for cocktails and dinner or just cocktails and appetizers. My favorite is the crab and corn gnocchi is absolutely to die for not too heavy such amazing flavors. The gin and cucumber cooler cocktail is also so light and fresh literally taste like a spa. I've been here with my parents. I've gone on a date night and as a girls night such a great spot for any occasion. It is a little loud but great atmosphere with a lot of wood very earthy and natural . The service is good. I would say they're a little overbooked that the waitress doesn't come to your table 2 too often but there's also people around that can help you if you need something.
We had reservations at 6:30 and were told that our server will be right with us. The menu is quite small so we were quick to make a decision. There were two servers that we noticed serving tables. A girl whose attention was only in the middle row. Then there was a dude who was attending the most left row and the most right row (ours). Two tables that were seated after us (right in front of us) had their orders taken before us. The dude also refilled their waters then would cut away from our corner table and go back to the most left row. It was infuriating to see them pass our table multiple times. We were so close to leaving after waiting 30 minutes. We flagged down one of the staff members who has been attentive to our water and asked if we can get someone to take our orders. He had a talk with the waiter who looked confused. The dude finally came over and took our order but there was no apology and a clear lack of enthusiasm compared to how he talked to the table on my left. After our orders were taken, the girl from the middle row came over and introduced herself as our waitress. It was confusing. We didn't want to throw in the race card but we couldn't help but notice that we were the only minorities eating there. Were we overlooked because of that or was it was a miscommunication amongst staff members? Idk but we could've had a dessert comped at least. Honestly, the food wasn't even worth the wait. The best thing was the fries which were probably frozen. The chicken was so dry that it took forever to cut and it took an effortful swallow. Sure the vibes were nice but the whole experience was soured by the lack of service initially. We ate our food faster than the wait to get our orders taken. Shout out to the water boys though for making sure our waters were refilled and getting a waiter to finally pay attention to us.
Came here for a quick breakfast/ lunch. I ordered their breakfast burrito and I got to say it was delicious. I order it to go because it was a quick stop. However as we waited we sat outside. As we waited for my food they brought us water, my friends and I drank water and talked so the wait didn't seem long.
This adorable restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Service was really good. I ordered the Mediterranean Breakfast to go. It was delicious! The salad was fresh and came with a yummy vinaigrette. They did forget to include the pita and avocado initially, but when I went back for the pita, they provided it warm, and it paired perfectly with the hummus. I unfortunately forgot to ask about the avocado, but overall the meal was still great.
I throughly enjoyed my time at Madison! I booked the Madison because I like this nook, near University Heights/North Park and was looking for a place that would take a Sunday brunch reservation for 8! (Surprisingly not many..!) I was celebrating my birthday, and we had the sweetest time. The basil peach mimosa was delicious. I also enjoyed my breakfast sandwich. Service was prompt and polite.. they brought me out a birthday dessert without anyone asking. That was kind! We were positioned in the sun and that was pretty brutal. There are umbrellas upfront, but we still were hit with a lot of uncovered surface area. Next time, I'd opt/advocate for a table indoors. read more
I made these reservations ahead of time and confused this place with "Madi." The brunch menus are identical so I was surprised when we arrived here. I came here for brunch to celebrate Father's Day with my brother, dad, and mom. We all ordered a different meal, so I will focus on what I ordered. I ordered the horchata iced latte to start my meal off. The coffee is quality and the flavor was good. I wish there was more of an horchata flavor with some caramel notes, but I can always add those additions next time. The GOAT sandwich is like a breakfast panini that is savory, sweet, and a tad spicy. Their breakfast potatoes are crispy and airy. I loved this meal and would only replace the ham with bacon. They have a full bar and a beautiful outdoor patio area. The architecture is beautiful. It gets busy on the weekends. I'd love to come back here to try their regular menu! read more
3 years ago
It is what it is. We won't come back. Way too many good options in SD. My wife and I have a youngster. We don't get out for date nights often enough. We previously had good experiences at Madison. Last Saturday we arrived just before they opened at 5pm. Saturday night. We're the first or second couple in. No reservation but we planned to sit in the bar area. The first hostess was extremely friendly. She directed us into the bar area to be seated. We choose a booth near the front door. Mind you it's all of 5:01 now. We get seated, given water. A few minutes later a second hostess wearing a bright greenish sweater and what appeared to be leather pants approaches and asks if we have a reservation for this table "or if we just wandered in and sat at the booth". Zero warmth. No smile. Almost seemed like a joke. I reply "no, the first hostess allowed us to sit anywhere in the bar". She responds, "this booth is reserved. She meant anywhere at the bar", which was a non-truth. The first receptionist explained to my wife the booth was fine as long as we were out by 6:30. Which was a non issue. We came early and had a sitter. My first disappointment is the tone and lack of friendliness by the second hostess. Crazy me. But you're in an industry where you are kinda supposed to make people feel good spending their money. It seemed like a simple mistake. But, crack a smile. Be friendly. Or, if you dislike the hospitality industry so much you can't smile and be friendly find your calling elsewhere. You cost Madison a customer tonight. The first (friendly) hostess was clearly correct. As we were leaving the booth she grumpily needed us to vacate was still empty. See image attached with time stamp. Annoyance two was one of the bar tenders. After moving from booth to bar. We had to listen to him explain how he's wearing a mask because he's not feeling great. Went surfing in the rain. First cold of the season. Etc... What... it is cold and flu season. Feel sick. Stay home. Don't serve drinks while sick. Simple. The bartender that actually helped us was wonderful. Friendly. The woman behind the bar that checked on us a few times was also hospitable, very friendly. The first hostess. Super friendly. Second hostess and sick bartender. Yikes. We won't return. $120 to be growled at by the hostess and served drinks by an ailing bar tender. And, we planned to purchase a gift card for a friend.Saturday made that simple. No gift card. We won't visit again. read more
10 months ago
Danny and Abe are a duo behind the bar that emulate Tom Brady and Gronk with their DEEP connection. I had the sliders and they were great, but the vibe at the bar top was impeccable. CocKtail service here is unmatched. read more
Madison is one of my favorite spots to brunch in San Diego! Such a cute and colorful restaurant with great outdoor and indoor seating. I love their breakfast tacos. So flavorful and the sauces they give you on the side are so good. Highly recommend! The breakfast cocktails are great and so many mimosa flavors. We like to end our meal with the waffle churros. Great to share with a group and come out nice and warm. Will definitely be back! read more
A Mother's Day celebration to dine here. Cute restaurant in University Heights. We were seated outside next to cars passing by. The food was delicious. But the only thing disappointing is I can say is that it takes a long time to get food orders taken and a long wait for the food. We ordered the Waffle Churro Sticks to start. Waffle Churro Sticks Cinnamon and sugar coated waffle pieces with maple cream cheese sauce, jalapeno-blackberry jam, and fresh fruit We received that at the end. Lol We ordered the following Paleo Bowl choice of carnitas or chicken, spinach, kale, avocado, pickled onion, cherry tomatoes, hummus shmear, poached egg, side of hot sauce Chilaquiles House chips, red sauce, pinto beans, poached egg, carnitas, pico de gallo, pickled onion, avocado, cotija and cilantro with a Mexican creme drizzle. Can Sub Soy Chorizo The G.O.A.T. a breakfast sandwich with ham, egg, swiss, goat cheese, apricot habenero jam and peppery arugula grilled on rustic Levain bread and served with breakfast potatoes Again, the food presentation is nice anc the food tastes delicious just be prepared to wait..wait..wait.. I ordered a special to drink. Green tea coconut latte. It was okay. read more
1st time here and we enjoyed our time here Food was amazing and delicious, we ordered mussels pork chop and osso bucco all so so good Service was nice and friendly shout out to our server Kylie Friendly staff and crew Ambiance is def 100 love the vibe and the decor Def coming back again read more
1 year ago
Came on a Tuesday jazz night for date night with my husband. The jazz starts at 7pm and they take a little break every hour. Service was great, the food was good and the martini's are great. We sat inside and the jazz band was excellent but I don't think you'll be able to hear them if you sat outside. read more
I wanted to take my best friend to breakfast while we were passing through San Diego and I'm so glad I chose the Madison. First of all this place is so pretty. The service was quick and they were very thoughtful ! We came to celebrate my friend's birthday and it succeeded our expectations ! We shared the following food White Bean Shakshuka : 7/10 this was fairly good but I wouldn't order it again! The carnitas were tender and delicious . Chilaquiles: 20/10 this was probably one of our favorite things we ate ! It was amazing !! Full of a bunch of flavor! Waffle Churro sticks: 1000/10 I know why this is so popular . It was insanely delicious! Because of this dish, I would come back for breakfast again. We also had the horchata latte , and it was very good! They also gave my bestie this wonderful dessert for her birthday that was very kind of them. I believe it was the chocolate marquise cake . It was amazing . Anyways if you want breakfast or brunch , definitely check out the Madison ! read more
2 years ago
This place is so cute! The bartender was so nice and so accommodating. Peter something Joseph, if you see this, message me here, you were very cute and nice. I was in there on February 21st with my friend and I asked for a cucumber drink that you didn't have on the menu anymore. This is me shooting my shot read more
We went to Madison during Happy Hour for a date night. Happy hour is only at the bar/booths, not in the main dining area. I loved their Sea Spray cocktail, it was slightly sweet but strong. I was content when they brought out my cocktail in a glass, and to my surprise it came with a whole other glass -- it was like two drinks for one! Love the warm tomatoes and burrata, what a savory, delicious combo for an appetizer. We tried multiple of their ceviches but the Madison House Ceviche was our favorite. The skirt steak was good, and we loved how it came with multiple sauces to eat it with. Since most of the happy hour menu are appetizers, we ordered multiple of their ceviches Oklahoma onion sliders to fill up. Definitely recommend adding the fries since they're like shoestring fries - aka my favorite! Overall, very good value for their happy hour menu! read more
3 years ago
We had a reservation for a party of 6 on Sunday morning. Perfect weather to be outside on the patio, a little tight in seating spaces with the heater so close to us, but the outdoor seating area was very nice. Lots of variety for savory breakfast things, not so much sweet breakfast items. We ordered a pitcher of mango mint mimosas for the table, and a variety of coffees as well. The horchata latte was a nice touch for the warmer spring weather we had for the day. The skirt steak Benedict was so good. Steak cooked a perfect medium rare, blended well with the toast, egg, spinach and Hollandaise. The potatoes were crispy on the outside soft on the inside and seasoned well. My boyfriend ordered the breakfast burger and that was also delicious. Would definitely recommend a reservation as they can get busy, and pricing for brunch was not bad either. read more
11 months ago
Great spot with seriously yummy espresso martinis! Loved the unique drinks and the service was awesome--wish I remembered our server's name to give him a shoutout. Such a fun time!" read more
Great spot for our girls night out dinner! We loved the interior design, which is a mix of mid-century modern in a barn! The service was top-notch, and the food was all amazing! We shared the pistachio pesto pasta, Madison house ceviche, and Tagliata de Manzo steak. They were all amazing! Now to come back with my husband until for a date night! read more
11 months ago
We visited Madison to celebrate a birthday, and our first impression was this is a beautiful restaurant. I like the architecture and the indoor/outdoor vibe. We shared inventive appetizers, and each couple split a main entree overall; the pricing was reasonable. My wife and I had a filet for $42.00, and my daughter and BF had the pasta. My micro critique would be that while my steak was cooked perfectly, the mashed potatoes and mushrooms were lukewarm. I'd prefer it this way to the other way around. JB, our server, was solid, and while a couple of items took a little time, he was ahead of the curve in letting us know, which was appreciated. We ended the evening with the churros and mascarpone for dessert, and they were outstanding. read more
Had made a reservation for weekend brunch. If not, who knows how long the wait would've been as the place was pretty packed. Design wise, the place is very aesthetic - a wooden theme with a pop of color. For food, the white bean shakshouka was so good. Although I wish it came with more than 4 pieces of pita. The carnitas stack was tasty, but the vanilla of the Belgian waffle was a little too strong, overpowering the savory of the meat. Subtracting a star mainly because it was way too loud in there, nearly impossible to carry a convo from across the table. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
I came here on a Saturday morning as a first timer. I would recommend going around that time. It wasn't crowded at all. Plenty of parking. I ordered their paleo bowl with carnitas. I asked for it to be extra crispy, it was. Our service was good. If you check in on yelp you get a free dessert of your choosing which is nice. Would go back. read more
Wanted to grab a bite with the wifey and headed out to north park. We initially planned to get Thai food but saw Madison and the art work and decor immediately drew us in. We sat in the back at a little two top and the service was so great. Our server was kind and the runner that brought the food was top notch. Kept coming back to refill water when low and remove plates we were done with. I ordered one of the gin drinks on the menu which seemed small at first but definitely packed a punch. Started with zucchini fries and ceviche that they had just put out on the menu that night. Fries were great, cove he could have used a little more tang but the shrimp was amazing. I got the Madison Burger and my wife ordered the chicken piccata. All in all it was a really great date night and we'd come back. Parking over here off of Park tho... had to walk about a mile to get to the area. read more
4 years ago
Updated review since my last during the pandemic - Madison is quickly becoming one of my go-to spots to introduce to friends and family when in the San Diego area! I love everything about this restaurant, from the aesthetic, Instagram-worthy, artsy decor, to the flavors of each dish and the unique drinks! I have gone several times to Madison - both for brunch and dinner and every time has failed to disappoint! The drinks are so whimsical and unique, everyone at the table had at least two or more! There are drinks infused with honey and featuring ice cubes textured lime honeycombs (delicious btw) among many other drinks and I loved that there were a ton of mezcal based cocktails which are my absolute favorite! For starters, we ordered the beef tartare, baked brie, and mushroom Fries - all of them I could eat again in a heart beat! Portion sizes unfortunately, are on the smaller end but every bite is packed with flavor so if you're in a big group, consider doubling up on some of your favorites! For my entree, I ordered the duck ragu pappardelle and I cleaned my entire plate! The pasta was perfectly Al dente, the duck ragu was hearty and flavorful without feeling too heavy or overbearing. The flavors within the dish complimented each other very well! The only downside during my last experience was that we waited for a quite a while to be seated (~30-45 min) even after we had already made a reservation, so it seems like organization could use some work. Looking back on my last review, it seems not much has changed in terms of this regard. read more
2 years ago
I really love this place! The location is decorated very cute and I love their outdoor seating area! We had the waffle bites and they were so good! I found their cocktails tasted a bit too artificial for me, but nice presentation! Be aware there are lots of flys/bees in the area, the restaurant does their best to give you a little fly swat thing that keeps the bees away, but it's not their fault! I would suggest reservations for the brunch! The service was great, our waitress was so sweet to give us a sweet birthday treat! read more
A friend took me here after Park & Rec restaurant and it didn't disappoint! Fun atmosphere/vibe, kind of an indoor-outdoor feel. Menu had 4 different espresso martinis but when I asked the server his preference he suggested just a regular espresso martini (not as sweet as the rest) and it was absolutely perfect. If it wasn't late in the evening I would have ordered another! Cocktails are a little pricey (~$20/each) but I thought it was well worth it. read more
First, but not last, time at the Madison! We had the Arancini (on special) and the watermelon tower for appy's and I'm so glad we tried the watermelon! Obviously the Arancini was amazing. There was no question there, but omg...The watermelon tower. Watermelon with avocado and grilled halloumi sounds like an odd combination (and it is), but oh does it work! Refreshing and light but very flavorful. For dinner, I had the Lobster Ravioli and it was incredible. If they sold that sauce in a jar, I'd buy a few! The bread was perfect for scooping up the sauce with at the end, so my plate was wiped clean by the end! The ravioli was decadent and the lobster was perfectly paired with the cream sauce! Highly recommend! For dessert: churros, which were basically just waffle fries dipped in cinnamon sugar, but tasted great! read more
This was my first time to this brunch spot. It's beautiful when you walk in! We were greeted right away at seated (I made reservations). My cousin and I ordered a pitcher of mimosas (sooo good!) i highly recommend that! I ordered the avocado toast which was good. I wish there was a little salt and pepper on the avocado but I asked for more pepper flake and that made it! The egg was HOT too. That's so important to me! I hate cold eggs so this was awesome! I also had a dessert which was a custard type cake but it wasn't too soft (which I prefer). It was delicious! The only thing I didn't like was the seasoning and that it was pretty cold inside. I had to wear my jacket the whole time. I will definitely be back in warmer weather! read more
Was originally wanting to go to Madi but reservations were limited last minute but we found out this is the sister restaurant and they had available reservations for Sunday brunch. For drinks, I had ordered an orange pineapple kale juice and that was delicious. It was refreshing and not overly sweet. My friends ordered taro matcha lattes (not on regular, but was a current special) and they seemed to enjoy it but did note that the matcha was overpowered and it was not that noticeable in the drink. We shared an order of the churro waffle sticks, which was probably my favorite part of the meal. It came with a maple cream cheese, jalapeño-raspberry jam, and some fruit. The jalapeño-raspberry jam was good but I did get tired of it after a couple bites. Maple cream cheese though...perfection! I had ordered the skirt steak benedict and for the most part I enjoyed it. The steak was cooked medium and it was nicely seasoned. I thought the hollandaise sauce was really good but that the avocado sauce lacked flavor. Potatoes were the kind that I love, though I wish they were crispier! Such a cute vibe, will definitely come back! read more
Outstanding restaurant in the San Diego area. Outdoor dining option was great. Very attentive service. The seafood soup cioppino can be highly recommended. Flavorful with enough heat to keep you warm on a chilly January night in San Diego. My wife had the Pistachio Pesto Pasta. Save room for the yummy Waffle Churro sticks, smothered in jalapeno blackberry sauce! Many intriguing entree choices. Wine list is a bit short, but lots of craft cocktails will leave you feeling good about Madison. As some know about this area, it gets very busy so parking is at a premium - no paid parking within walking distance - but that should not stop from a memorable meal and enjoyable evening at Madison. read more
1 year ago
7 months ago
I have visited Madison a number of times for dinner, but today I went for brunch. I have been to their sister restaurant "Madi" and loved the food. The menu here is similar to Madi, with some different food options. Great service and great food. I ordered the chilaquiles and we shared the churro waffles. We also got the goat cheese appetizer with apricot jam. I'm not usually a big fan of jam, but it was delicious with a little spice!! We also tried the watermelon basil mimosa. Light in flavor and very refreshing. We made reservations for 9:30 when they opened. I recommend coming early or making reservations as it can get busy on the weekends for brunch. read more
Great ambience and great food! This place would be great with a couple of friends or a date. The aesthetic is definitely impressive the moment you walk inside. I got the Gnocchi and Ravioli Rossini. I think the portion sizes were decent for my own preference, but had I been hungrier, I would have definitely needed an appetizer. The Ravioli was my favorite. It was creamy and slightly sweet from the lobster meat inside. I think it came with 6 larger sized pieces. There was also a piece of grilled bread that I did not care for too much. The drinks here are nicely crafted and perfect to pair with your meal. I could be wrong but I think they change their cocktail menu every so often. I will definitely be coming back here! I am really curious how their brunch is but I am sure it won't disappoint. read more
3.5, but keeping it to 3 stars instead of rounding up (you'll see) Went here last night with a friend. We were seated outside because we didn't have a reservation which is actually what I preferred since it was so loud inside, but if you're the type of person that wants to decide inside or outside, make a reservation. Service was good, it's a cute place, and there were a lot of heat lamps outside. Heat lamps were a little hit or miss on placement since they packed outdoor seating like crazy. The menu online wasn't reflective of what their menu was last night (forgot to take a picture). So I'd read the menu before taking a seat to see if what you want is on there that night (although they could still be out of something). As for the food, it's hit or miss: Brie - like a lot of fancy-ish restaurants I feel like they overcharge appetizers. It was alright, but definitely not worth the price. Also the jalapeño jam was spicier than I expected and wish it came with a warning. Steak - friend ordered it and she loved it. She told me she often comes back for it. Gnocchi - was my second choice and I didn't like it. I wanted the ravioli, but they were out. It's a weird take on gnocchi. It was too lemony for my liking and I wish they gave you another choice of protein other than shrimp. Churros - I wasn't particularly craving something sweet, but my friend was. We both agreed it was sweeter than we thought it would be. The churro also had these holes ton put in the sauces it came with and some fruit. Again the jalapeños based sauce was spicier than expected and while my friend loves spicy food, she wasn't a fan. I also think for a such a limited menu, they do a bad job of diversifying their options. Because I don't eat beef, a lot of dishes were out of me. Like why not offer the burger to be lamb only as another option? I can't take vegetarian friends here because in a lot of cultures, vegetarianism includes seafood and eggs (but diary is okay). So they'd only have the 1-2 vegan options to choose from (our menu last night had 1 I recall, but I believe another dish has a vegan substitute). All in all, I'd come back if a friend really wanted to, but I wouldn't on my own. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Oreo martini & skirt steak - to die for. That's the review :) Ambience is cozy & lively at the same time, servers are fun & parking is tough in the area on typical nights but it's still so worth it. read more
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4622 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92116
University Heights
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(619) 269-6566
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Is this a kid friendly restart ? Doy they have a kids menu?
Hello - no kids menu here unfortunately - it's an adult restaurant
Is there a paid parking lot nearby? I don't want to park on the street.
No paid parking lot. Only street parking within a mile or so this eatery.
Is this place okay to bring a baby?
Depends on the age of the baby. It is very busy and noisy on weekends. Have not been there during the week.
I am planning on doing a bridal shower here, am I able to make reservations for that?
I don't see why not
For the live jazz do I make the reservation for standard seating or outdoor?
Standard! =)
Can you also order from the regular dinner menu during Sunday brunch hours?
Unfortunately no. =/
Are dogs allowed in the enclosed space or just outside in the additional seating area?
Dogs allowed EVERYWHERE in the restaurant! =)
Trying to update reservation. What is the email address? I called and the voicemail audio was crackling and unclear when describing the email.
Is their bottomless mimosas? 😅
No but they do offer pitchers of really fun flavors: Orange-Pineapple-Kale, Mango-Mint, Black Majic, Blue Dream, etc… :)
Is there still live music on certain nights?
Tuesday Live Jazz but must make reservations inside at least 1 week ahead of time if not more. =)
Is there parking for the restaraunt?
There is only paid street parking on Park Blvd, but you can sometimes find free parking a block or 2 away.
When is happy hour? I don't see any information on the website.
Hi! Unfortunately we, like most bars, can not afford to provide a happy hour at this time. In addition, our indoor bar where Happy Hour was provided, can not seat guests at this moment. Fingers crossed for 2021. ;)
For happy hour do you have to sit at the bar or can you be seated at the dining tables if you order off their happy hour menu?
Hi Mylee. Yes, one must sit in the bar or the high top tables in the breezeway to order off the happy hour menu. Thank you!
Hi- odd question. How are the acoustics in the dining area? I want to be able to have a conversation and hear my friends. Thanks!
There was music playing but the area is super open so we were able to have a conversation!
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