The food was really great with generous portions! The service was very good and the wait was…read morereasonable.

GIWA is one of those places where you wonder whether you're at brunch or inside a flower shop…read more Fortunately, it works. The restaurant leans hard into the floral theme with oversized arrangements, pastel decor, and even a flower market selling a mix of dried and silk flowers. It could feel gimmicky, but somehow it ends up being charming. The drinks are what initially caught my attention. Every table seemed to have something colorful and elaborate on it. More importantly, they weren't just pretty. The butterfly pea lemonade and strawberry matcha latte were genuinely delicious, not just Instagram bait masquerading as beverages. For food, the Chop Steak Skillet was the winner. Tender steak, vegetables, rice, and a sunny-side-up egg served sizzling hot. The pork cutlet was also excellent, crispy and satisfying with a rich sauce, cabbage salad, and potato salad on the side. Dessert is non-negotiable. Order the strawberry soufflé pancake. It arrives towering, fluffy, and impressively jiggly. The strawberry sauce adds just enough sweetness without overwhelming the pancake itself. Santa Clara has no shortage of brunch spots. GIWA stands out because it understands that dining should be fun. Good food, genuinely good drinks, and an atmosphere that doesn't take itself too seriously. I'll be back.

Have been wanting to come here for a while, I love okonomiyaki and don't see it at too many…read morerestaurants. I had the seafood okonomiyaki which was delicious. Wish there was a tiny bit more seafood but it was fresh and served on the hot plate which kept the food warm throughout the meal. Also tried the chicken karaage and veggie tempura. Flavor of the chicken was great but it was a bit chewy. It said it would take 20-30 min for the okonomiyaki but it felt like the food came out much quicker than that. Nice cozy restaurant interior, plenty of tables when I arrived around 11:45am on a Saturday but the restaurant was full by the time we left.

If you're going to come here during dinner time on a weekend I suggest making a reservation because…read moreit does get busy. Parking can suck too. The workers were really nice and they accommodated our large group. The had interesting drink which I forgot to take a picture of. They also have beers by the pitcher. As for the food, I got all seafood, and the fish was actually pretty fresh. I got the salad and I thought it was going to be a small plate but it was actually a huge bowl made to share, so keep that in mind. I will coming back to try all the other stuff on their menu. If you are looking for some good eats in the downtown Sunnyvale area I recommend checking out this place.

Updating my review to mention my favorites are the beef chow mein (small flat noodles), and the…read morelanzhou beef noodle soup (I think medium round). Parents did not want to try the spicy beef noodle soup we ordered so I need to remember not to order that for them next time lol.

This is my first time trying this place, but not my first time trying hand pulled noodles. When…read morethey say spicy, they really mean spicy. Their spicy pig ear and spicy beef was a four out of five for those who usually don't eat spice. but the flavor of those appetizer are really, really good. The pig ear was nice and crunchy, and the sliced beef was really tender and soft. Now this was my first time trying to put noodle with more of a peanut sauce. I usually eat it with chili oil and vinegar, but this time it was more of a peanut sauce which tastes pretty decent. It was more of a self service where you scan the menu and self order. The ambience was really nice because the restaurant was more of a Chinese theme. Makes the place really interesting. I am definitely coming back

This was our first time here and, walking in, I was instantly impressed by the beautiful scenery…read moreand flowers! Everything was clean and beautiful. To order, you have the option to do so at the counter, by scanning a QR code, or through a waiter. Service was quick and friendly! short ribs bo kho platter (serve up to 2 people): This dish was delicious! It came out cheesy and hot, and the flavors really burst. I also liked that they give you both tortillas and bread on the side. banh mi french toast: This dish was also delicious! I'm not sure what the yellow sauce was, it tasted like vanilla to me, but it was really good. My only complaint is that the dish was a bit too sweet for me, but if you have a sweet tooth, you should definitely try it! The bread was super eggy in a good way. first love lychee hibiscus: The drink was tart and refreshing. It did have way too much ice though, about 60% of the drink was ice. I do wish it had a stronger lychee flavor, but it was a nice touch that there was an actual lychee fruit in the drink. Overall, I would definitely come here again!

The service is awesome! I've eaten here before and the food is amazing! It is Asian fusion food at…read moreits finest. The traditional food items were to die for! Their coffee is amazing with the combinations! Tea options were great too!

Very friendly staff. Tom Yum soup was the best dish we ordered. Buy 3 boba drinks get one free…read more Pretty good deal!

10/10..... The service and food is Amazing! I will most definitely be coming back. The food is so…read moreyummy. My tummy is happy

MILG (Man, I love Gochi). Updated review as this is my third time here and the first time I tried…read morethe wafu miso caesar salad. Definitely not a standout dish, but the rest of the meal was delectable. Sometimes, you don't need vegetables during dinner. Had to order the hamachi carpaccio, unagi meshi, and green tea creme brulee as per usual, but the Nikomi hamburg was a pleasant surprise! The flavor profile is deeply reminiscent of a HK pork chop baked rice if juicy pork meatballs were used. The service is always friendly here and our food came out quickly! My only minor gripe was the pacing as we had 3 dishes on our small square table at one point in the meal. I understand though, since they clearly had a busy night ahead as the restaurant filled up quickly after 7:30 PM. Ambience is kind of loud due to the chatter and closely spaced tables. They really try to maximize the seating here. Make sure you wear socks in case you end up being seated in the carpet area.

Today, to celebrate my aunt's 60th birthday, we came to a restaurant that they used to visit often…read more Since it's a Japanese restaurant, the hostess immediately led us to the tatami seating area. My aunt asked if we could sit at a regular table instead, and the hostess asked whether we had any medical reason. I felt offended at that moment, and I also believe it's inappropriate and potentially unlawful to ask that kind of question. On top of that, while we were still eating, they brought us the bill halfway through the meal. Even though we understand there is a 90-minute dining limit, the whole experience made us feel like they were trying to rush us out. This is definitely not a place we would come back to or recommend to friends.

5 stars for the soy garlic wings. They are double fried and always crispy. They are usually plump…read moreand juicy. They are not dried out or thin wings. I like the Sunnyvale location the best. I've tried other locations and the wigs aren't cooked enough or just right. Our family of four orders the medium 24 pieces with radish or coleslaw. If we have other food with the wings, it's enough. If not, then we order the bulgogi fries, fried zucchini, and/or rice. We have tried most of their sides and they are ok but the star is the wings. Of course for convenience, it's easier to order sides to go with the wings than to make another stop. Wings are usually done when they say. Service is usually young adults ready to help at the register. We always get our wings to go. There is a sit down eating area with tv's but not my scene. It's very open and seems great for young people. There's a big lot to park and you might have to walk. It gets very busy occasionally due to the other businesses in the complex.

I'm sad I have to leave such a low review for Bonchon. They used to be my favorite, good priced…read morewings in a family bundle with some Soju, was the best after work! Now they don't have that bundle anymore, they're skimpy on the radish, they're skimpy on the sauce, the wings are insanely expensive and they reduced portion size. Wholesale a pound of wings is around $3, that gives 9-12 wings depending on the size. For 24 wings, it would cost them max $7.50. 24 wings now costs $42 on their menu. Quality and portions went down massively with a sharp increase in price. They're now living off the reputation they once build and it is sad. Corporate greed at its finest

Happy hour is well worth it. Place is busy but no line on Friday noon…read more Food quality is great, very clean. very well decorated. Jayden was our server and was attentive and nice. Would def come back not just for happy hour

Everything is great. Shout out to Zac!!! Also we got some gifts for Mother's Day which we…read moreappreciate.

The food tastes pretty good, my favorite was the molten chocolate cake. The service was really good…read moreas well, thanks to my server Aekm :)

I came to Joeys with 7 friends for a birthday dinner. seem was an amazing host! The service was…read moreamazing!

Came 2nd time in a month, primarily for its uniqueness. Hard to find eateries of such kind…read more Again, we ordered fried chicken, sashimi, risotto, and mushroom pizza. They were consistent as last time: excellent fried chicken, aromatic and creamy risotto, fresh tuna fish, and pizza crust on the soggy side, though delicious. This time, with two more eaters, we also order pasta. They were great. Mentaiko is salted fish poe very popular in Taiwan and I loved it. The Italian styled one they used looked more like a sausage, but scantly served as if they were caviar. I wish they had removed the casing (or the fish egg sack). That did not diminish the intense flavor. The Tonkatsu pasta was standard bolognese one topped with Japanese styled sliced Tonkatsu. Both were tasty, but the combination did not enhance each other. It is, therefore, not a harmonic "fusion." I like this Japanese-Italian fusion style. Will come again.

If you've never been to an Italian x Japanese fusion restaurant before, this is your sign to go. La…read moreCasa Mia is a cozy little restaurant serving some of the most unique pizza and pasta dishes you'll ever eat. The seating area isn't that big so I would recommend to make a reservation or be prepared to wait. I came with a large party of 7 and we waited 1 hour to be seated for dinner on a Friday night. But the food was worth it! Uni pasta: Very creamy almost like mentaiko, with seared uni and ikura sprinkled throughout. Pasta was cooked well and the uni wasn't too fishy, I liked this dish a lot. Mentaiko cream spaghetti: Tried a few bites and this was also good, although less creamy than the uni pasta surprisingly. Mentaiko mayo mochi cheese pizza: Mentaiko sauce with mochi pieces, cheese, and sausages for toppings. The mochi bits were super interesting and I liked this dish second best after uni pasta. Japanese mushroom melody pizza: Just tasted like straight mushrooms and the dough was soggy on this one. Would not order again. Also ordered at the table: Salmon Shimeji spaghetti and Sukiyaki pasta