Yes, the environment, the friendly staff the food. Everything was fresh and very flavorful. Brian, our server was very kind attentive. Was our first time here definitely will be back and I highly recommend read more

Date of Visit: 4/26/2026 We visited Shepherd & Sims with our friends and babies on the last weekend in April. Both of us brought our babies with us so I checked online and found this kids-friendly restaurant. Shepherd & Sims was opened by Jim & Angelique Stump, and they also own Lamella Tavern and The Table in Willow Glen. I made a reservation beforehand and was sit right away. Mermaid's Kiss $16 I got the blue cocktail made with Barcardi rum, blue curacao, Cointreau, lemon, pineapple, and simple syrup. Really like Blue Hawaiian cocktail. Fortune Teller $16 One of our friend ordered the cute cocktail made with Gordon's gin, luxardo maraschino, gifford violette, lime, and sage decorated on top. Hibiscus Arnold Palmer $6 My husband got the hibiscus lemon iced tea. Denver Omelet $20 For the food, I ordered from the brunch special menu. The Denver omelet has ham, bell peppers, onion, and cheddar on top. With crispy golden hash browns on the side. Mushroom Omelet $20 Our friend got another flavor of the omelet, with bacon, gruyere and also hash browns on the side. Spaghetti & Manila Clams $26 Husband picked the spaghetti and Manila clams, made with squid ink noodles, white wine, shallots, garlic, Calabrian chili, and butter. read more

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IMHO Beautiful restaurant, epic customer service from Patty and bartender extraordinaire, Sal, and yummy food. Our party of 7 enjoyed delicious cocktails crafted by Sal for our specific tastes. Sal's suggestion for me was the Chi-Chi (vodka, trader Vic's macadamia nut, pineapple, coco lopez), $12!! The ladies all loved it; we had to order another round of Chi-Chis! We arrived early enough to enjoy Happy Hour appetizers. We ordered a dozen oysters, $2.50 each, New England Clam Chowder bowls, $7, Fried Chicken bites, $15, Coconut Shrimp, $14, Beer Battered Fish Sticks, $12, Patatas Bravas (Yukon gold potatoes, salsa brava, aioli), $12, and a Focaccia bread service, $7. I wish I had thought to order the empanadas! Next time! Entrees ordered included Shepherd & Sims salad, $18, special Wedge salad, $18, The Only Burger That Belongs On The Table, $21, Market Fish, $36, HH Fried Chicken Sandwich Slider, $6.50, HH Beer Battered Fish Sticks, $12, HH Fried Chicken bites, $15, Wagyu steak special, $46. The bun-to-chicken ratio on my HH chicken slider was wanting. There was more bun than chicken and the bun was overly toasted. I simply removed the bun and ate the sweet chicken bite. The menfolk expected their Wagyu steaks to be more tender but thought they were chewy. If it's Wagyu, it should melt in your mouth, IMHO. Patty was concerned that the meat entrees were lacking for one friend and offered to bring him something else. Her concern for his happiness showed and was greatly appreciated. Desserts were divine and beautiful to look at. I love me an Affogato, $12, and it did not disappoint! Delish! Friends ordered the Passionfruit Sorbet, $5, Bread Pudding, $14, Lemon Cheesecake, $14. The restaurant ambiance was bright and clean. I appreciated that I could actually see my menu without having to squint for lack of good lighting. Service was exceptional from everyone, especially Patty who kept us laughing and informed. Our plates were efficiently removed and water refilled often without being obtrusive. We all look forward to returning to Shepherd & Sims again soon! Perhaps during the summer, we could dine outside on their lovely patio! read more

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Wife and I are here and we both loved this placed. We ordered empanadas, fried chicken, the burger, and beet burrata salad. All there were delicious. Fried chicken and empanada were both seasoned well and flavorful. Burger was amazing and would order everything again. The beet salad was one of the better ones I've had. I loved the lemon "coulis", which added the perfect acidity and pop of flavor. Perhaps a couple more slices of pear, but that's nitpicking - this was a perfect beet salad. We will definitely be back. read more

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The bread pudding at Shepherd & Sims was absolutely delicious. Warm, rich, and creamy on the inside with the perfect crunchy top. They served it warm with a little vanilla ice cream that melted into it perfectly and made every bite even better. It was comforting, indulgent, and honestly one of the best desserts I've had in a long time. Definitely worth saving room for dessert! read more

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Was here for a birthday celebration and this place is pretty nice inside and clean. You can totally dress up or be a bit more casual without an issue. They have a bar with a huge TV and happy hour everyday so if you're close by, would be a great place to grab a drink and a bite. I ended up getting a wedge and the scallop risotto and both were excellent. I always like a wedge salad and the scallops had a great sear and the risotto had a ton of mushrooms and well cooked. Service was really nice and the servers always came to check on us and fill up our water. read more

First time and what a great experience! Bright and welcoming decor / space. Lots of people but still felt spacious. Had the Duck Hash Browns appetizer - crazy good! Entree was the Scallops over Risotto - also really delicious! Service was excellent - a truly lovely time!! P.S. - parking is good too read more

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Shepherd & Sims has been on my list to try for over a year now. I finally made reservations and had a fantastic dinner with my partner and friends. My overall score for the food is 4 stars, but the outstanding customer service deserved a full 5-star rating. I can't recall our waitress's name, but we all appreciated her friendly service and warm attitude. It truly enhanced our first visit. The other staff members were also very kind. We were even bid farewell as we left, with a staff member holding the door open. Impressive! APPS * Oysters: we ordered a variety for apps. Delicious! Enjoyed the sauces: sangrita, cucumber mignonette, smoked cocktail sauce. * Heirloom Tomatoes: melons, burrata, mint, orange zest, pomegranate syrup, lemon oil. It was refreshing and light. * Ceviche*: local catch (scallops), lime, onion, tomato, cucumber, pico de gallo, salsa macha, blue corn tostada. This appetizer was delish! Well balanced. The blue chips paired well. MAINS * Baby Back Ribs: Korean BBQ sauce, sesame, pickled cucumber salad, cilantro. I ordered this and absolutely enjoyed every bite. The meat was tender and slid off the ribs. However, they were slightly over. * The Only Burger That Belongs On The Table: American cheese, bacon jam, crispy onion string, awesome sauce, pickles, lettuce. My partner ordered this, and I had a bite. It was tasty. A good old burger. Can't go wrong with it. * Flannery Dry Aged Chopped Steak: garlic mashed potatoes, mustard, pickled ramp sauce. My friend ordered this and devoured it. I can safely say it was tasty. * Mafaldine: Jim's Bolognese family recipe of ground beef and pork, Grana Padano. My friend ordered this and ate half since we had quite a few apps. She enjoyed it and only had positive feedback. She boxed the other half for lunch the next day. Overall, a great restaurant in Los Gatos to savor a tasty meal. read more

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Third time here. Consistently good. The space is well done, very stylish, which is nice to see, especially in this bland, strip-mall-y area. Food is tasty, service is good, drinks are quality, what more could you want? We'll def be back for a fourth. read more

I came here for bottomless mimosas w my girls and was pleasantly surprised that it was premixed in a pitcher they kept regilli. I had the empanadas of the day which was birria and I enjoyed it so much. Shoutout to our server Vicente because he saw my birthday on my ID was in a few days and threw in a sweet dessert for me. read more

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I went to this restaurant for the first time and was impressed by the decor, the food, drinks and our very wonderful server, Kristina. She was friendly and cheerful and shined her pretty smile while she helped us enjoy our visit. read more

Second visit to Shepherd & Sims, this time for dinner. Service - since we had a reservation, the host seated us right away -- initially in the noisier bar area but I asked if we could sit on the other side which was much quieter, and he seated us over there. Waiter was also attentive and explained the specials, checked on us several times. Food - I was disappointed that they were out of their delish empanadas (which I had at HH last month) but the Coconut Shrimp were really good. For dinner my husband had one of the specials, a rabbit ragu on fettuccine. He really enjoyed it, I'm not such a fan of rabbit but I had a taste too. I had the Cauliflower gratin which was really good with cheese, good spices and sauce. My Cosmo was also as good as I remembered from HH. For dessert we had the pear tart with Caramel gelato which was a delicious finish to the meal. We'll be back. For quieter seating, ask to be seated on the other side of the restaurant from the bar. read more

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This is a long overdue review of Shepherd & Sims. They are located in the Cornerstone of Los Gatos Plaza and has ample parking available. The decor is nice, modern, and bright and cheery. Inside and outisde dining options to choose from. They have a nice full bar. We stopped in with friends for a bite to eat. *Cauliflower: cardamom tea infused, vadouvan curry lentils & chickpeas (no pic, 3/5). The flavors were good but not as tender as we had hoped. Also, the portion size was small, it was a quarter of a head of Cauliflower. *The Only Burger That Belongs On The Table: American cheese, bacon jam, crispy onion string, awesome sauce, pickles, lettuce, French fries (no pic, 3.5/5). Pretty good, seasoned well, decent burger. *Empanadas (no pic, 4/5) - various fillings like chicken, mushroom, cheese & jalapeño. read more

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We were a big fan of Forthright in Campbell and were bummed when it closed. But we were excited to learn that Sheherd & Sims was owned by the same owner. We've come here twice and enjoyed it both times. Servers are friendly and attentive and we enjoy the food. My wife likes raw oysters so she gets the Sip and Slurp, and I always enjoy the One Hitter Quitter (burger with beer and a shot). Fries were crispy and light, burger was delicious. My wife also had the clams. They have Happy Hour from 2-5:30 and there was quite a crowd inside and out. They have a pretty large covered patio that's totally shaded - nice to sit out there and enjoy the nice weather. We really enjoyed our dinner here both times, and are really happy to have a good neighborhood restaurant we can walk to. read more

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This is my third time coming here, and I always stop by on Sunday afternoons for happy hour. They have all kinds of great options on the happy hour menu, and it's honestly one of the best deals around. The place is always clean, inviting, and comfortable -- perfect for a casual weekend hangout. My recommended dishes: Chips and Dip: The chips are impressively thin and super crunchy -- exactly how I like them. Simple but so good. Oysters: I always order whatever oysters they have on special for happy hour. This time the oyster is sweet. My favorite dish: Chicken Liver Pâté: This is my must-order every time. It's creamy, smooth, and flavorful without being too strong. They nail it consistently. The only downside is that they charge an extra 3% if you pay by credit card, which isn't the nicest surprise. read more

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My friend and I went here for his birthday since this is one of his favorite restaurants. We picked the hamachi tiradito to share. I chose the corned beef and hash and he ordered a steak salad. The hamachi tiradito came out and it was good. The smell was a bit pungent but the taste was decent. Our entrees came out and my corned beef and hash was one of the best I ever had. Decent chunks of corned beef and potatoes with some onions and peppers throughout. Also the poached egg with the béarnaise sauce on top just made the dish. We both enjoyed the meal Service was great and they checked to make sure we got everything we needed. read more

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We stumbled upon this spot after trying to find Hanna Noodle Bar which was next door but saw the menu and decided to stay around for the oysters The service was super prompt and they had plentiful covered heated seating great for doggos and kiddos that enjoy the outdoors. Adam our server was great he anticipated a lot of the dish needs like whether we were splitting, dressing on the side, etc super courteous of him as a server! The meal was delicious we were super impressed with the quality and the flavors. The house bread focaccia was delicious and the steak salad was also wonderful. read more

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A friend and I met here for lunch; it was a pleasant day, so we ate outside. Service was quick and friendly. I had the Shepherd & Sims salad with chicken, and it was delicious. The chicken was juicy and tender; the rest of the salad was good, too, but the chicken was the star. We were the last customers to leave before the restaurant closed for the afternoon, but there was no pressure to get us to go, which I appreciated. I'll be back. read more

(Tom Cruise voiceover) The vibe is busy busy hidden fantastic Claire warmly greeted us Wendy & Christina served us. Sand Dabs. Creamy, light, and dreamy! Steak. Arugula! Charred veggies! Outstanding! Cucumber Salad. Citrusy. Refreshing. Fennel makes it spectacular! (A roasted beet would have made it out of this world!) Corn soup. Creamy! Fantastic! Bacon makes everything grand! Passion de Fruits. Good! Would order everything again! Thanks, Wendy! Woohoo! read more

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Shepherd & Sims had a modern but welcoming vibe that I really enjoyed. The Salisbury steak was incredibly juicy and full of rich flavor, paired with sides of mashed potatoes and veggies. The dish felt comforting yet elevated. The cocktails also stood out and complemented the meal really well. read more

Great atmosphere, located at a place where you can have a nice walk after dinner. Seems like they had both indoor and outdoor seating. Food was great, but nothing stood out. The octopus was cooked to perfection, it was nice and tender. The poke bowl was so-so. Ordered a bunch of food but the octopus was the only thing that stood out. Bumped it to 5 stars because of the great, welcoming service. read more

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Came here on Christmas Eve with family and the warm atmosphere, good food and friendly staff really made the day. :) Food: Tuna tostada 4/5 Decent amount of tuna and the sauce has a nice kick to it! The peanuts and guacamole also complimented Curry mussels 4/5 Delicious, sweet and the mussels are very throughly washed so you don't worry about any grit. Chicken pate 4/5 Overall a sweet and savory dish that leans more into the sweetness. The toast is perfectly toasted and the hazelnuts adds a nice crunch! It feels like a Christmas appetizer. Salad 5/5 The MEAT IS ACTUALLY COOKED MED RARE. That was a great and pleasant surprise. The onions were soaked in water before so there isn't too strong of an onion taste ( good) but you get to enjoy all the crunchiness. The barley also adds fun texture. This salad is definitely a favorite and I can't wait to come back. Service: Attentive and fast! All the dishes came out quite quickly as well. Ambiance: Well decorated and welcoming. A place for all social occasions. read more

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The food and service deserve five stars. The house Chardonnay was ok, but the price of a full bottle at the store for 1/3rd of a glass is a bit much, so I'm taking off one star. read more

Terrific Best technique for cooking salmon I have ever seen Every vegetable was outstanding read more

Had the chance to visit a few weeks back for a birthday dinner, and it was an awesome time! Highly recommended, especially if you like happy hours. If you didn't know, Shepherd and Sims is in the same restaurant group as The Table, The Vesper, and Forthright (RIP). If you're used to the menu at those places, this one will have a similar vibe, in a good way. Food is seafood centric, but also has some great land-meats on the menu. We mostly got happy hour stuff so here are my thoughts on some of those items. I'll definitely be back to try more things off the dinner menu! * Happy hour burger / one hitter quitter - a classic as always. Great deal for a big tasty burger, and throw in a pint of beer and a whiskey shot. * Steamed clams - really nice. Light, simple, great wine sauce. * Steak tips - tasty little steak bites in a pretty classic red wine sauce! Our waitress was super attentive, great with recommendations, and checked back on us quite a few times (including right before happy hour ended - good looking out.) Oh and the drinks are all awesome as well. read more

Since breakfast and brunch are my favorite meal, we came here for a late Mother's Day celebration. Despite being shortstaffed, they did a great job. They kept us informed, service was seamless, and everything was really good. The restaurant is in a strip mall, but it is quite cute inside. read more

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We have been here for many years. Foods are always excellent. They put a lot of details in every plates. I love the restaurant serve warm plate with food and freeze cup when serve icecream. Service is the top knotch as well very knowledge and informative on their menu. (They update menu every 3-4 months) Ambiance is just perfect for us. Open kitchen and open space seating but each section are devided in a perfect function. Feel like eating with friend and family in a dining room at home. LOVE THIS PLACE! read more

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S&S offers quite a few fun creations. We specifically love their happy hour - just wish it went on a little longer. Their happy hour cocktails are a bit different than the regular cocktail menu. What we tried and will keep ordering: the Mac n cheese, tempura and smashburger, fries, Chips and dip. We tried the chicken bites but they were a bit sweet for us. read more

UPDATE- Had an issue with reservations and they really took care of us and accommodated our issues. I have to say, this place doesn't just have good food but outstanding service. 100% recommend - and also their focaccia and homemade chips and dip is still spot on. read more

Awesome service and the best burger I've ever eaten!!! I highly recommend it. Our server was fantastic at answering questions. I love the vibe its a nice place but you can be dressed casually and the servers still treat you stellar read more

The Forthright in Campbell was our favorite restaurant, we used to drive all the way from San Francisco just to get dinner there. Glad to find this place belong to the same company, and it didn't disappoint. In fact we're full of surprises. This place is much bigger and very comfortable. Love the patio with good weather. The happy hour oyster all week is awesome. Must try the green curry mussels, we were like, "Wow!" And the ceviche tasted very good too, and the Free the Kahlo (Frida Kahlo?) cocktail is a gem. read more

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Staff was friendly and attentive. The food was quite poor. I had steak and frites. The steak had a brown sauce with zero flavor. The steak itself had no flavor, and was thin. I was shocked that the chef had not made any attempt to taste the sauce. Menus for dessert were paper and really dirty, I was concerned about touching. Why had they not noticed? We went at prime time on Saturday and the place was half full. read more

There are many positive reviews so I don't know if we ate here on an off night or what. I do like the restaurant atmosphere. It has quite nice decor, a cool blend of hip with a touch of modern rustic class. But service was slow and we felt unattended all evening. From ordering to food to water to the bill. When the waitress WAS with us, she was quite nice and attentive though. But still, wasn't expecting an hour and a half dinner on a Monday. Food was hit or miss. Oysters, risotto scallops, and octopus were good. Chicken liver mousse was an odd combination of flavors IMO. The sweetness overpowered the savory pate characteristic. The burger was average at best. I've had the same at my favorite restaurant (Forthright, now closed) which used to be a sister place to here. Seemed better there. And the seafood bucatini noodles were really undercooked. Not even al dente but kind of doughy. I dunno, I was expecting so much more for the price and since they are related to Forthright. read more

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Arrived to an open kitchen, and well lit restaurant at lunch. Started with the ceviche, and it was a tiny bit fishy. Empanada of the day was Chorizo, Potato and cheese, delicious, and I'd recommend. I also enjoyed the Scallops entree. Service from Sergio was outstanding. read more

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Went to this place a couple times for breakfast n it was Ok. A friend of mine wanted to do dinner so we did and I returned to Oysters n other food was OK. Not sure about it but it's close by but food just OK n maybe it's just me. Everything else was good read more

Shepard & Sims is owned by the same people who own The Table and Vesper. I've been to the previous two, so I had no doubt that S&S would be equally as amazing. The food is always creative and delicious, but I'd say the vibes of the restaurant and the customer service blew me away. Service (5/5): The servers are friendly, attentive, and super helpful in explaining the menu and answering questions. The back of house kitchen staff also seem to work fast and plate the food so beautifully. Ambiance (5/5): The restaurant is super cute and clean. I prefer sitting on the high tops or booths for cute happy hour vibes with the girls. I love the open kitchen because you can kinda see what's happening behind the scenes. Food (5/5): Love the food here! The drinks are good, nothing mind blowing, but the food tastes very high quality. We got the duck fat hashbrowns, S&S salad, hamachi crudo with popcorn sauce, and the casaracce pasta. Our favorite was the hashbrowns. The pasta was yummy and had a nice bouncy and chewy texture. The salad was pretty expensive and standard, not our favorite. Overall, S&S is a really lovely place to go to for special occasions or Happy Hour. Their regular menu is a tad pricey for casual dining (for an unemployed grad student), but their Happy Hour menu has some really good deals! read more

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First time at S&S for dinner and to sit inside. The food was excellent but I won't be back unless it's warmer weather and we can sit on the large patio. The volume level inside on a Friday night was horrible. Made a dinner for 4 with unenjoyable. Forget a big party, this isn't the place. read more

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Great food and service. A regular for lunch and happy hour. Numerous appetizers and soup.

Wow! Literally walked past a table who was just served their food and I wanted to eat their food before I even ordered mine! I saw pancakes the size of the plate! They looked perfectly griddled with a crisp but thick tenderness at the same time! I'm not a pancake guy, but would have ate all of it! There are so many things I want to eat from the brunch menu I will for sure return for another brunch and definitely a dinner. I settled for the chicken fried steak specia. It was literally perfect! I enjoyed every bit of it and was stuffed. Definitely come by and give it a try! read more

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Wonderful noshing on mussels and oysters ($2 for Happy Hour)! Service was impeccable and ambiance was welcoming. I'd definitely come back soon! Mussels were flavorful and fresh paired with some garlic toast. Ordered some fries to dip and soak up all the goodness. Oysters on the half shell came with mignonnette, fresh horseradish (!) and I could have ordered another dozen more. Enjoy! read more

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