came here one afternoon for a late lunch and honestly the view is what really makes this place…read morestand out. you can see pretty much all of san jose from up there and it's super relaxing just sitting and taking it in. definitely feels more like a place you go for the experience rather than just the food! food itself was actually pretty good, not the best ive ever had but still enjoyable. portions were fair and everything came out looking nice. i tried one of their pasta dishes and it was solid, nothing to complain about :))

The view and just the fact we have a place like this in the hills of San Jose is the highlight. We…read morethought our server was nice and fairly attentive. But at the price point it was just too steep (pun intended) for what we got: Deviled Eggs {4/5} interesting that it was fried! This was probably one of the best of our meal. It was just downhill from here. Crab Cakes {3/5} decent. Nothing extraordinary but nothing bad either. Smashed Potatoes {4/5} crispy outside, soft, fluffy centers. Better than the mains! Prime Rib {2/5} so sadly overcooked with a side of a single overcooked, flavorless carrot to pair with it too. I was so disappointed. Seafood Catch of the Day {2/5} hubs had the fish dish and he said it was really bland. It lacked any flavor at all. Agnello Brasato {2/5} my mother-in-law had the lamb shank and it was braised for too long so it was dry. The Smoking Gun {4/5} creativity points for smoking inside a bottle before pouring. Decent cocktail but not a "must get" for whisky cocktail enthusiasts. Overcooked and overpriced. Maybe come for the view and cocktails. Hate that I have to give this two-stars but no one in my family liked it :(

I've ordered from here one time for takeout and I fell in love. The broth was so aromatic and…read moredelicious, I decided to come in this time for a quick lunch. Safe to say it was consistent and I'm so happy. This place is definitely worth it. Though it seems it got pricy from when I ordered take out but I'm not too mad. The inflation just doesn't help. But for this place to be so quaint, I love how much more delicious and great ratio the food is vs a specific one on South King Road... Idk where the comparison is, because this place is just so much better and the aunties are super nice. They took care of me really well here.

I've been coming and ordering from AOTA House since they opened and the quality and taste of food…read morehas not changed a bit! AOTA is not just any restaurant, they were my postpartum comfort food and their broth always helped me feel at home.

I came in around 6pm on a Friday and the restaurant was still fairly empty, though I noticed a…read moresteady stream of people picking up to-go orders. There were plenty of open tables, which makes this a nice spot for group dining. I ordered 1lb of shrimp and 1lb of crawfish in the mild house sauce, along with Cajun fries. The house sauce was delicious, flavorful without being overwhelming, and the mild level was perfect for me since I can't usually handle very spicy food. A friend recommended this place because the crawfish is fresh, but some meat was sticking to the shell and fairly hard to peel. Between the two, I personally preferred the shrimp since it's easier to peel, but both were extremely tasty. The Cajun fries themselves weren't a thing special, but dipping them into the house sauce made them so addictive.

I went here for the first time with family the other day. We got a combo and added an extra pound…read moreso 4lbs total split between 3 people. We also got the sweet potato fries! The house sauce is ADDICTING and the spice level was perfect; we asked for an in-between of mild and medium. I'm not sure what they put in their sauce, but I would bathe in it, no joke. I also appreciate that their seafood was really good too! The fries were also pretty crispy and tasty! I would 100/10 come back to eat here again!

We arrive on a Monday @ 6pm and it was pretty slow as expected. The owner helped us right away and…read morewas very friendly. He was a one man show, took our order, served us, and took care of our bill. Can't confirm if he cooked for us but I wouldn't be surprise lol. Quality of food: Fried calamari - 7/10. amount of small lobster ball 8.5/10 beer 10/10 nice and cold on bucket of ice :D Seafood Combo Platter (crab/lobster/bread/scallop/etc - 7/10. i would rate it higher if it had more flavors, like garlic and more herbs floating around? still good though Would I come back? yes.

Big T's Seafood Market Bar has been around for awhile now. Fresh live seafood available…read more We stopped in for some clam chowder. It was New England style of white Chowder. Though, it lacked a bit of flavor and hardly had any clams in it. It's good to see that they've expanded their menu and now offer ramen, hotpot, and other Asian dishes. We'll come check them out again.

5-stars all the way! This place reminds me a bit of Seapot in Sunnyvale. with its similar feel,…read moredecor, style, etc. They have unique broths to choose from in which my favorite was their spicy Szechuan chili broth with lots of lamb. I thought they added a bit too much anise spice but other than that, it's delicious. They have all the major meats available like rib eye, flank steak, pork belly, beef belly, lamb, and more. They have lots of appetizers to choose from in which our favorite is their crispy fried chicken. This side dish is so good and pairs great with regular rice with broth. They have a sauce bar for condiments and a fruit bar for sweet treats. The employees are quick on their feet and do frequently check-in with tables for refills and more. I'm a huge fan of Revopot and will definitely come back again for more!

Enjoyed the concept and dining experience here. the broths here are really top tier and each broth…read morehas tons of flavor starting off. Love the revolving concept and they are portioned well. Extensive sauce bar. Meat quality isn't too bad, appetizers are yummy! Service is good, they come around to refill waters and get the dirty dishes often. Ambiance is spacious and lots of seating available. Lots of parking available outside as well.

One random 2 a.m. side quest to Cajun Bistro 7 turned out to be one of the best food adventures…read moreI've ever had. Since that night, it has become the only seafood boil spot that I consistently come back to. My go-to order is the shrimp and crawfish with their Sweet California sauce, along with a side of garlic noodles. The Sweet California sauce is what keeps me returning. It's not your typical Cajun seafood boil sauce--it has a unique flavor that's completely its own and sets this place apart from every other seafood boil restaurant I've tried. Depending on when you visit, the restaurant can either be packed or nearly empty. It's a smaller space, and large parties tend to come through often, so wait times can vary. One thing to keep in mind is that the host, server, and food runner are often the same person. Because of that, I always try to give them some grace. If you need something, just let them know, and they'll do their best to take care of you as quickly as possible. Don't let the small exterior fool you--this place is absolutely delicious. Whether it's 11 a.m. or 3 a.m., I'll happily find myself back here for another seafood boil.

I've came here 2 more times after our first visit and my opinion has definitely improved on this…read moreplace. This place gets pretty busy so just keep in mind you might have to wait before getting seated. As for food, we ordered the 3lb combo (1 crawfish, 2 shrimp) in sweet California mild, rice, fries and grilled oysters. The combo came out pretty fast. I really love this sweet California sauce- it's creamy and delicious. I would even try medium since I hardly taste the spice for a mild. The fries and grilled oyster took a while to come out. Fries were good. The grilled oysters were yummy but I don't think I'd order them again. Service can be a bit slow. I would ask them for more limes or a bowl and they would forget and I would have to ask them again. However, I will say the workers here are very kind! Overall, good food, ok service - definitely coming back!

It's really been two years since I've last been here and I literally just moved across the way last…read moreyear. I can't believe it's taken me this long to come back. Regardless of the matter and situation, I'm happy to see that they're doing well. I came in super late last night being it the second to last Friday for Lent and was craving seafood. I remembered this spot had a dish of steamed clams in a basil and ginger broth that reminded me of my dad's Filipino version. I came back because I craved it and since I wasn't feeling 100%. This brought me back to life. It was so good and fragrant, which definitely brought me back to my childhood. I decided to also get a few more dishes since I'm acclimating to the Vietnamese culture. The food here is super good and the owner or staff here in general are very nice. I'm going to try to come back often since the price point is worth it in my opinion.

Rating is based on the Oc and goi ONLY…read more Usually, we'd order four dishes and one gỏi, and that would be enough to keep two people full for the entire day... whether it was from places like Ốc Cây Dừa, Ốc & Lẩu, or even Phở This Way. But using that same approach here, we were still very hungry afterward. Not only are the portions extremely small, but the flavors are inconsistent. The xào me was overly salty, while the rang muối ớt was surprisingly bland. On top of that, the presentation was top notched....... the portions are much smaller than what's shown in the photos, vegetables were stale, and there wasn't even any garlic included, despite it being clearly shown on the menu. The gỏi was okay. Will not return.

It was my first time here, and I really enjoyed the fried spring rolls, especially with the…read morehomemade sauce they were delicious. The service was friendly, and the place had a nice, welcoming atmosphere. Overall, it was a pleasant experience and a nice place to try.

Really surprised that I didn't give this place a review. Their cuisine is yummy. Not the cheapest…read morewhen it comes to Vietnamese food, but definitely very tasty. Their seafood (scallops, razor clams, etc.) in specialty sauces are the bomb. Waitresses are young and sometimes need to be more customer/work focused rather than loitering and chit-chatting. Definitely opportunities for improvement here, but overall staff are friendly. The real highlight of this restaurant is the food. Close to the east side; some would even consider this area East SJ, so the exterior may appear a little sketchy, but look past that, and you'll be pleasantly surprised with how delicious the cuisine is. Located in a small plaza. Parking lot is available.