Amazing food good portion feels u up try there pork shank and mashed potatoes and steak also try…read morethere Carmel butter cream cake was also good

My partner and I absolutely love this establishment. We usually sit at the bar (which is first…read morecome, first served), and it's always a great experience. The staff is amazing--fun to interact with, attentive, and incredibly accommodating. Every single staff member we've had the chance to interact with has been pleasant and genuinely happy to help. It really makes the atmosphere feel welcoming and relaxed. This place is often busy. During the week it can be a little slower, but I would still highly recommend making a reservation. If you show up as a walk-in they will seat you if a table is available, but your experience will definitely be smoother if you reserve ahead of time. Parking is easy, and you can order drinks at the bar while you wait. I also love supporting this small, locally owned business. The steaks are, by far, some of the best in LA--especially considering the price, flavor, and portion sizes. Truly a 10/10. The level of professionalism and the way they make you feel like family is something you don't always find elsewhere. Highly recommend.

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant was an amazing discovery when we stopped for a lunch pitstop on our drive…read moreup towards Tehachapi. I can easily see them being a favorite in the Palmdale area. There was plenty of parking in this lot. The entrance is located through their patio, which can be a bit counter intuitive. We came at opening and the restaurant got really busy during our time there. Initially we were looking at the sandwiches because it was lunch time, but then we were going to a wedding that night so we decided to eat something more filling since the ceremony and speeches always delay the eating. All entrees here are served with black beans and rice or congri, and 3 fried plantains. My boyfriend had the Ropa Vieja ($28) with the congri and I had the Lechon Asado ($25) with the rice and beans. Our food came out pretty fast after we ordered. My boyfriend's Ropa Vieja is a Cuban braised beef. The congri is basically a mix of the rice and beans. This dish was super tasty and the shredded beef was so tender with the bell peppers and onions. I can really taste the red wine and tomato sauce in the base. I took a few bites but in general I preferred my dish more, and vis versa he enjoyed his dish more. My lechon asado is a roasted pork that is super super tenderrrrrr. It was so sweet with the grilled onions and it had the perfect amount of fattiness without being over bearing. SO GOOD! Love the plaintains too. I'm glad I got the rice and beans option because I would have gotten too full too quick with the congri. I barely touched my beans and only got through half of my rice. Both dishes came with this super tasty garlic butter sauce that I poured on my rice and made it even tastier. It was so good. One thing I didn't enjoy about the experience was the flies attacking us and our food. Since the door is open and connected to their outdoor space, it leaves the opportunities for flies to come in. We had to play defense with the flies the whole time. The service here is a little slow. Especially when I was trying to get back on the road I wasn't feeling too patient. I waived down multiple staff members too. Also I got hit with an undisclosed 3% surcharge for using my credit card. I only found out after I got the receipt. I would have paid in cash if I knew. *dislike* LOVE LOVE LOVE the food. Might be the best Cuban food I've ever had... and I've been to Florida where there was a lot of Cuban spots. Room for improvement with service, flies prevention, and the disclosure of the credit card fee.

Absolutely the best guest hospitality and food quality my family and I have ever experienced eating…read moreout. The atmosphere and ambiance of the restaurant is always lovely, fun, and lively. The food quality is spectacular! I always get the Baracoa Cubano sandwich and it never disappoints. The ingredients are fresh and organic with each dish I've ordered. Since I have allergies to ingredients used to preserve frozen food, it's always been so hard finding a restaurant with a menu that doesn't cause me issues--and Baracoa has never compromised with their ingredients! The organic quality of their food is something you'll taste on your first bite. And finally--the service is impeccable and I have yet to see such excellent hospitality at any restaurant I've visited, even in Los Angeles! The waiters are always kind, attentive, and energetic with their behavior and service. It's very easy to tell they love the work they do and it shows in their work ethic. In addition to that, the managers are always making sure we're having an excellent night and have transformed it to a level of service we've never seen! My parents and I went a week ago and talked to Daniel the Manager about how much we missed a Piña Colada from a closed restaurant which would make it in the pineapple itself--and he said if we promised to be there in a week he's make it himself. We came on Friday, and the joy that my family felt was palpable when Daniel came out with the drinks we've wished for years now since that restaurant closed! Honestly, I've never heard of someone caring for their guests so much to do that--truly everyone should visit this establishment and experience true fine dining. I don't think I'll ever eat anywhere else for a special occasion ever again.

This place is amazing! The food was absolutely delicious. It was so good that I completely forgot…read moreto take pictures because we started eating right away! We started with a French baguette served with honey butter and olive oil for dipping. Both paired perfectly with the bread and were incredibly flavorful. For our entrées, we ordered the lamb shank with mashed potatoes and the herb honey-crusted chicken on a brioche bun. Both dishes were outstanding and full of flavor. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was pleasant, peaceful, and welcoming. We had a wonderful dining experience and will definitely be back!

Let's check off the key things on the list:…read more Service 5 - due to both the excellent service provided by Jackie, other wait staff, and very good bar staff. Food 3-5 - we've had mixed experiences, but mostly very good. There aren't any off menu requests accepted. One cannot replace ingredients. One can only remove specific items from a menu choice. Don't even ask. Apparently the chef's policy is absolute. Ambiance 4-5 nicely decorated and designed. Has a high end feel that is unusual for the AV. So why the 3 stars? One single experience. My wife asked the server (Jackie) if it would be possible to get a side of sauteed mushrooms. She said probably not as it's not permitted by the chef. We asked to speak to the manager to express our disappointment. When Jake showed up, before we uttered a word, he stated that it's just something they don't do, so no to our request. Then he turned and walked away. There was no dialogue. It was a one way conversation. In essence, we and our request were dismissed. The experience was incredibly off-putting. It was unnecessary to respond to a patron's request in that manner. Totally unacceptable. I write this review to memorialize the experience for others, because it won't matter to the owner/chef/management. It seems, judging by their total lack of response to other reviews, good or bad, that it really doesn't. Typical dinners we've had run a tab of $150-200 (including tip). We have visited 1-2 times a month for the past two years. We have brought friends and family on several occasions, generating additional per-visit revenue for the restaurant. Again, this doesn't seem to matter. So, sadly, we're going to have to take a leave of this place. Too bad really.

It's always a pleasure to stop here for dinner, we come here maybe 4 times a month to have some…read moresteak and shrimp and it does not disappoint. We always are greeted with a smile and the wait times are never too bad. The most wait I've had was 20 minutes. Our server was awesome, she went above and beyond and kept refilling our drinks. She checked on us and honestly it was amazing. The Aussie cheese fries are always a hit for us and we found out we can do a half order which is great. I also had the steak and lobster and it is chef kiss. Overall a wonderful place for dinner and good food for a good price.

It is abundantly clear that the management of this Outback is incapable of staffing his/her…read morerestaurant. Friday night, 5pm, 25 minute wait when over half the tables are available. The excuse of we don't have any waiters seems to be an excuse they are using when talking to the rude manager. After talking to the bar staff and other employees the common theme is miss management. Won't come here again, this is the 2nd time.

Our drinks were so unique, the servers were wonderful, and the food was top notch!…read more This place is such a hidden gem and exactly what this town needed. The decor alone is stunning -- dried roses hanging from the ceiling and so many thoughtful little touches that make the whole experience feel special and intentional. You can truly taste the love and passion the chef puts into every dish. The rotating menu keeps things exciting, and everything is always incredibly fresh. It's rare to find a place that feels this unique while still being so warm and welcoming. Can't wait to come back and see what's next on the menu.

We came because of an Instagram ad for our anniversary and weren't disappointed. The ambiance was…read moregreat--they really nailed the gothic theme, though it still felt like something was missing. The waiters and host were amazing, super kind and accommodating, and the service was perfect. The food was fresh, well-seasoned, and delicious. Definitely get the fermented sourdough bread with the pesto butter--it was delicious. The homemade whipped cream was delicious and the lavender drink was really good too. The wait time was a little long, but the food matched the price. Parking was easy with a big lot. Not the most dairy-free-friendly spot, but I was able to take off most of the cheese. We'd definitely come back for brunch.

Came here for dinner with my husband and was honestly surprised by how nice it was. We went on a…read moreweekday, so it was pretty quiet. The service was great though, our server was really kind and attentive. The food was delicious, with generous portions and reasonable pricing for Tonkatsu. I got the cheese one and loved it, and my husband's udon was flavorful. I also added spicy tuna roll on the side with my set, and it was also delicious. Definitely planning to come back to try more of the rolls and I'm really curious about their hot pot, too.

My husband and I decided to try Gyu Jinya because we were craving Japanese food and wanted to check…read moreout a new spot. For the food, we actually enjoyed what we ordered. My husband got the pork katsu and I tried the shabu shabu. Both dishes were flavorful and definitely satisfied our Japanese food craving. Unfortunately, the service experience did not match the food. When we first arrived, one of the servers gave us a heads up that they were busy and service might be slower than usual. We completely understood and appreciated the warning. However, after waiting about 20 minutes, we realized our order still had not been taken and it seemed like we were accidentally forgotten. We understand things can get overwhelming during a rush, so we tried to be patient. What stood out more was the overall lack of attentiveness and welcoming atmosphere from the service side. Some of the interactions felt cold, and one of the servers in particular seemed visibly annoyed and like she did not want to be there. As customers, a simple friendly check-in or update goes a long way, especially when the wait times are longer than usual. It took about an hour for us to receive our food. We also noticed other customers looking frustrated, and saw guests walk in, stand near the entrance for several minutes without being greeted or acknowledged, and eventually leave. Overall, the food itself was good and we can see the potential here, but the customer service really needs improvement. Long waits can happen, especially during busy hours, but feeling ignored or unwelcome makes the experience less enjoyable. With better communication and more attentive service, this place could be so much better.

Decided to come by for lunch on a Sunday. This place has changed a lot. Still the western style…read moredecor that not too much western, but just enough. The restaurant is no longer as big as it used to be, no train, no popcorn, sign of the time I suppose. Mark was our waiter. He was friendly and attentive. I ordered burger and asked for sourdough bread instead. Burger arrived hot off the grill cooked as request and in the requested bread. Fries were hot. Wife ordered a Cajun chick sandwich whose she enjoyed. The kiddo ate some really tasty chicken strips and fries. Drinks were never empty and we weee offered drinks to go. I hope this place survives, because it's one off the last places from my childhood I like to eat at once in a while.

Excellent food tri-tip amazing real smoky flavor! Waitress so sweet! Excellent service and…read moreatmosphere! Thanks! YUM!

If you are looking for a venue for a group this is the place. Amalia makes the process so easy and…read moreshe is so professional and friendly. We had a networking event at Fresco II, from the initial call to the event it was perfect. The food was delicious and the staff were very attentive. Jody Pienta Palmdale Regional GME

I don't get to Fresco Ii as much as I used to, but still love it. Did takeout. I had the salmon…read moreFlorentine, which is always a good portion of salmon flavorful, and the vegetables are well done. Service and ambiance is always on point. With live music, great spirit choices for the well-palleted person. Great for date night or with friends. You can't go wrong!

Jaida is awesome!! Cute personality and genuine demeanor…read more Spicy garlic edamame, spicy tuna stack and shiitake garlic noodles were on point. When I come back to this location, I hope Jaida is here.

$31 after tax for this sesame crusted ahi tuna dinner is absolutely pathetic. What the actual …read more.. you guys need to really re-evaluate the price and value to the customer on this one. Here's the description of the meal: "seared rare, crispy garlic, sesame seeds, jasmine rice, charred baby broccoli, baby tomatoes, creamy ponzu sauce." They don't tell you that you're literally getting a 1/4 of tuna steak... kind of misleading. Not to mention the baby broccoli was basically nonexistent. Staff was on point in the front and at the bar, always a great experience otherwise. But the kitchen needs some attention, because this was definitely one of the more lackluster meals at YH in recent months.

Complexity along with the Raven's Nest Gourmet Gothic, Lee Esthers, and Shōgun Sushi may be the…read moremost competent restaurants in their field for the Antelope Valley. It's basically a wine gastropub with New American Cuisine that has worldwide influences. Inside is pleasantly furnished with plenty of wine bottles on multi level display shelves to set a wine lounge atmosphere. I sat at the bar for informal noshing. I'm a sucker for "Buffalo" burgers which are actually Bison. The Tombstone sliders are meaty, moist, lean with gooey, melted, apple wood smoked cheddar cheese, soft, caramelized, sweet onion, slice of roasted tomato & Dijon mustard Aïoli (ah ee oh lee). Arrugula leaves mentioned in the menu was missing in action. Very tasty and 2 for $15 in our inflationary times of 2025. Got a glass of house red wine that went well with the Bison sliders. Couldn't eat more than that since I ate the humongous Jackfruit Burrito at Modern Tearoom earlier for late lunch. The Complexity menu has a fairly tight menu featuring typical New American hits: Charcuterie, Fromagerie, 10 apps, 12 mains, 10 sides for the mains. Bar seating afforded me a pleasant conversation with an older gentleman who was into formula one racing cars. Staff service is competent, friendly enough & functional, not particularly punctuated by small town charm. 4- stars

The staff are super friendly and are on their game. We had a party of 16 and the one server did a…read moregreat job. His explanation of the types of wines was in depth and very interesting. The food was pretty good as we're there during lunch. I had the grilled cheese and sweet Potatoe fries. Grill cheese was kind of mid bread than cheese and sweet Potatoe fries were "crappy" but not bad. Friends had a variety of plates and they all seemed good. Interesting place and I will be back for dinner.