hog island high water oysters (2), onion fritto and fonduta, radiatora, campanelle, buttermilk…read morepudding what a cute little date night spot! (or fancy little place for the girls!) i loved the decor, great historical building with a fresh clean interior. lots of candles and wooden accents. the staff was attentive but not intrusive. they made some suggestions since it was our first time here. loved their vibe and the way the restaurant was run. food was great! very fresh and enough for a single serving per person. i don't recommend sharing because i loved my food and didn't want to share! i would skip the fritto and try another appetizer. it was just ok. oysters were fresh and worth the price. the radiatori was surprisingly fresh and great for say a lunch. loved the combo of corn and ricotta! campanelle was heavier, good for dinner, had a few fat strings but i'm not complaining.

We were really looking forward to trying Range Life, especially because getting a reservation was…read moresurprisingly difficult. Unfortunately, the experience did not live up to the hype. Even before our visit, the staff we spoke with on the phone came across as rude and unhelpful. Thankfully, once we were seated, our waitress was very nice, attentive, and probably the best part of the experience. The food, however, was very disappointing. My wife ordered the steak medium-well, but it came out medium-rare, which was frustrating because her requested temperature seemed to have been completely ignored. I ordered the Marin Coast Halibut. The fish lacked seasoning to the point that I had to ask for salt just to give it some flavor. The sauce was also completely cold, which made the dish even less enjoyable. For a restaurant at this price point, I expected much better execution. For dessert, we tried the Milk & Honey. It sounded interesting, but the honeycomb component basically tasted like hardened sugar and was overwhelmingly sweet rather than adding anything special to the dessert. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere and our waitress provided good service, but between the difficulty getting a reservation, the unpleasant phone interaction, improperly cooked steak, and disappointing food, I don't understand the high ratings. For the price and reputation, we expected a much better meal. Unfortunately, I don't think we would return.

Cure What Ales You…read more This locally-owned restaurant is run by a Canadian expatriate couple, Tom and Teresa Lawrie, whose love of comfort foods and libations has borne two similarly named restaurants and a speakeasy, the Honeycomb Lounge, also in Livermore. This location is in one of my favorite quaint downtowns in the Bay Area, Livermore, and really delivers on the comfort food front with lots of creative riffs on American classics that will make your cardiologist shake their head in disappointment. The Good: * Happy Hour M-Fri 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. * Outdoor dog-friendly seating * Online reservations and waitlist via Toast (access through their website) * Seasonal menus so there is always something new to try. * Friendly service * Full bar with signature cocktails, as well as local beers and ciders on tap. * The brisket dinner wasn't quite what I was expecting, as it was more of a pot roast than a BBQ classic, but man, it was one of the best pot roasts I've ever had. The beef was smoky, succulent, and melted in your mouth. The concomitant jalapeño mashed potatoes were a fantastic accompaniment, as you got all the flavor of the jalapeño but just enough heat to make it an excellently balanced dish. * The BBQ beans were more of a bean soup, but delicious and smoky nonetheless. The Meh: * Limited menu for vegetarians and vegans The Ugly: * Street parking can be tough to come by, especially on weekends, but if you don't mind walking, there is a free city-run garage on Maple St. that has tons of spots and is shaded from those hot Livermore summers. Conclusion: Great place to get drunk, fat, and happy. Need I say more? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

We had such a lovely dinner at Sons of Liberty Alehouse in downtown Livermore! The atmosphere is…read morecozy and welcoming, with comfortable seating that works well for both date nights and group dinners. We tried the Guava Margarita, Old Fashioned, and Espresso Martini--all were delicious. For food, the Artichoke Dip, Deviled Eggs, Southwest Salad, Fish Tacos, and Summer Pasta made for a great spread. Everything was flavorful and beautifully presented. A wonderful spot for dinner, cocktails, and a relaxed night out in Livermore. We'll definitely be back!

I recently visited First Street Ale House and was thoroughly impressed! The atmosphere is casual…read moreand inviting, making it a perfect spot for a relaxed night out. Their selection of craft beers is extensive--there's something for everyone, from fruity IPAs to rich stouts. I ordered their burger, and it did not disappoint! Juicy and flavorful, paired with crispy fries. The service was attentive and friendly, which added to the overall experience. One minor downside was the noise level during peak hours, but it's to be expected in a lively pub. Overall, First Street Ale House is a must-visit for anyone in the area. Great drinks, delicious food, and a vibrant atmosphere--what more could you ask for?

It saddens me to have to leave a bad review, since I frequent this place quite often... but the…read morequality of their to-go orders has gotten so bad. In-house we haven't had much issue, but I don't know what's going on with door dash/delivery orders. Almost every time, there's an issue. My littles absolutely love the mini corn dogs, and even though the listing says "with fries" they've suddenly stopped delivering with fries for the past few months ( and don't allow customer notes.) It's also a 50/50 chance the mini corn dogs will be dark and hard... I have a sensitive stomach with dietary restrictions, so I find great comfort that I can get the seared ahi tuna tacos while my husband enjoys a hamburger... but the last few orders have been so wrong. Once I was missing avocado, next I was missing the sauce, and this time my tuna was completely raw, not seared with hard jasmine rice and very tiny avocado slices. I always put input in to DoorDash, but I don't think it's getting to the restaurant... and it's reached a point where I feel like I have to leave this review and maybe find a new go to for quick family dinners. I enjoy visiting, the staff is always so kind and the kids like the back patio. Perfect vibe for a laid back dinner.. but why are the to-go orders so terrible suddenly? Absolutely heartbreaking.

Late nite convenience inside a local card casino that's open 24/7. We used to come for $5 happy…read morehour food pre-COVID, but that's long gone. Recent fish + chips and beef chow fun were both just okay. I would choose differently if I could do it again. The server is always friendly and hospitable. He served our hot waters with lemon and honey already in them. That's a first. It was nice to have these prepared instead of having to make them ourselves! It's a common drink that its clientele asks for. The place was initially empty. Then a few tables became occupied. I would like to see the return of a happy hour menu. Otherwise, any future returns would be few and far in between even with the great service provided.

Honestly, if I can give this place zero stars, I would totally give them zero stars they never…read moreanswer the phone. You have to call the casino just to get a hold of them and then once you place an order with them they don't even put the order in so people who are going on their 30 minute lunch thinking that they're going to get food get there and guess what they don't even get food because their order was never put in. This has happened on multiple occasions. Their customer service is garbage and their servers should really be held accountable.

This is my 3rd time coming here and I have to say each time I have a better and better experience…read more The staff is amazing very attentive. The orders are always right. The food is cooked to perfection. The presentation is outstanding. They have a wide variety of different plates so no matter what somebody in your group wants there will be something for them. Their signature drinks are to die for this time I had a peachy king and lemon drop. I wanted to order the hoppy hour but it was so popular that they were sold out. I've come during the week and on the weekend. It doesn't matter which time I've come it's been GREAT! Today I came on a Sunday and they actually have a Sunday brunch where they have a live DJ they play music. They have shots going around it's fun and if you're going out with the family like I did today, you can sit in the upper area that's away from everyone else having the brunch fun. It was still fine even though we brought the kids and sat in the upper area. We could still hear the music and enjoy ourselves. I would highly recommend this place. It's a shame that I live so far away in Tracy that I only get to come once in a while because if I lived closer, I would come every weekend.!!! The desserts are so good!!!

-Drinks review only!-…read more Friends and I were looking for a place to have a drink in the afternoon but before dinner and found Beer Baron! They had gone to their original location in Livermore in the past and were surprised to have found it moved. We had very friendly service and excellent cocktails. If you want to get a Boilermaker, they can get it for you (off of HH) - friend asked what types of whiskey they had and our server pulled out a whole BOOK! Cocktails were all tasty and quite complex. We all really enjoyed them: Brat summer, Frose (they only had one slushie ready - and it was boozy!), Peach Don't Kill My Vibe, and She's Gone Green. I like that they only had low ABV cocktails and mocktails, although your choices are limited to 1 in each category if you can't have grapefruit for medical reasons. We were tempted by the food but were still full from brunch - I have a feeling that we'll be back for those Duck Fat fries!

Saturday brunch with some ladies and this place is pretty much empty…read more If you love watching plans land and depart while enjoying casual dining, this is the place for you. Obviously be prepared with the plane noises. I enjoyed my visit here. It's a tad overpriced for the quality of food but it's expected. Service was great. Place is big. Lots of chairs n tables indoor and outdoor. Parking lot across the street is huge.

The service here was absolutely atrocious!! Over 25 minutes for a weak drink is unacceptable!!…read more The band they had was fantastic along with the spinach artichoke dip!

This place is bomb. We got the onion rings, jalapeño poppers, the Yaassss Queen, and chicken parm…read moresandwiches. The sandwiches are HUGE and very filling, I could only eat half of mine. We will definitely be back!

They botched my wedding with a shotty catering job. They never responded to our calls when they…read morewere over two hours late to the ceremony didn't show up with half of the stuff we wanted. The food was subpar quality once actually delivered.. I wish I could say what they did well but they refused to even talk to us post incident even blocked the phone number which was incredibly childish and unprofessional.. We disputed it on our credit card and they tried to fight back, but the evidence was overwhelming and we won the dispute so that says it all about this restaurants service. Don't use them for catering.

Beautiful restaurant with a really cute interior and lots of great photo opportunities. It's also…read moreright in downtown Pleasanton, so it's on a very cute main street that's nice to walk around. They had a lot of great drink options, and we tried quite a few. I can't remember all the names, but in the pictures I posted, the yellow drink was the sweetest and didn't really taste like alcohol, so that was our favorite. The espresso martini was great, and the lavender drink I got was really good too. Overall, though, we would all probably pick the yellow drink over the others. The food itself was incredible. I got the corn ravioli pasta, which was sweeter than I expected, but I should have guessed that from the ingredients. It was still delicious. The jambalaya was by far the best dish at the table, though. Absolutely incredible. The Chinese noodles also had an amazing presentation. I've never seen something like that before, and they tasted amazing too. The staff was really nice, and overall, this is a great place to stop by if you're downtown Pleasanton and want a nice dinner!

Returned after a few years as my friends wanted to try R&R. The service was much better. Our waiter…read morewas thoughtful and professional. We had a group of 7 people. Appreciated that our tables were cleared every time food or drinks arrived. Everyone orders separately so I will review the food I ordered. Oysters on the Half Shell: The oysters were fresh and so delicious. This appetizer came with 3 sauces. Loved the mignonette as it paired well with the sweetness of the oysters. Gem Salad: I didn't know they came in half servings. It was the perfect size for my me and my husband to share. Very good combo of ingredients. The only negative is that the avocado used was not ripe. Poke Tuna Tacos - Well seasoned. These were so good! I liked that they were the perfect size and the fried wonton remained crisp and still held its shape. I ordered the Hugo Spritz but asked for it less sweet. It was perfect!! Delicate yet still sweet.

Today's lunch was nice. The service was fantastic as always. We stopped on for lunch on the way to…read moreMonterey and I am happy we came in. I had the crispy chicken sandwich with fries. It was pretty good. The chicken was tender and flavorful. The fries were good as well. The sandwich was a good portion for lunch I left satisfied but not stuffed. The server was also very kind and checked on us several time. She even brought us two small brownie like chocolate desserts.

We had a wonderful experience at Zephyrs on Wednesday night for Wine Wednesday. The restaurant was…read morefairly busy, but the service was still excellent and everything ran smoothly. We noticed a bottle of wine advertised on the website that wasn't listed on the printed menu, but they graciously honored the advertised price for us, which we really appreciated. Our food was exceptional and came out quickly. Every dish was delicious, and the quality exceeded our expectations. Our waitress was incredibly friendly and helpful. She made great recommendations, checked in with us throughout the meal, and even surprised me by comping my coffee since I'm a new mom and definitely appreciated the extra caffeine! Unfortunately, we didn't catch her name, but her service truly stood out. The manager, Erik, also came by and spent quite a bit of time chatting with us. He was personable, welcoming, and genuinely seemed to care about our experience. His hospitality made the evening even more enjoyable. Overall, the service was amazing, the food was outstanding, and the atmosphere was wonderful. We had such a great visit that we're already looking forward to coming back and making Zephyrs a more regular spot.

This place has a great selection of beers and lots of unicorn bourbons. Customer service is good…read morehere too. My only issue that makes them just ok is that they are a secondary pricing store for there good stuff like any Pappy, Old Fitz, Handy, Eagle Rare 17 and many other bottles of hard to find stuff. They only offer a meager 5-10 dollar discount and have no customer loyalty program. Great selection of bourbons but pricing is out of control. Eagle Rare 12 was priced at 200 a bottle and it MSRP's for between 50-60 bucks. Kind of an insane price.

What a gem in Livermore!…read more Perry's has a wonderfully curated craft beer collection. They always have a wide variety of beer from the local area, California, and beyond. I'm always impressed by their collection! Even better, they offer great customer service and will help you find the perfect beer to bring home. What a top notch liquor store!