Two friends and I came for a late Sunday brunch (after 2:00 p.m.) and it was a fantastic experience. Not only had we missed the traditional brunch crowd, we were immediately sat at a wonderful table on the back patio and soaked up the vibes. We started with a round of drinks, the standards: a Bloody Mary - was told it was nice and spicy and the bacon kicked in to stop the hunger for a minute; an Espresso Martini - strong but smooth and offered a jolt of energy, and I went off script with the Kiwi and Waikiki. It had a tangy but mellow taste, perfect for the unusually warm day in SF. Shortly after the mains came out. Biscuits and gravy - a very generous portion with the rich gravy and flaky biscuit. Tuscan chicken with polenta, eggs, and arugula, I was told the chicken was fried well and had a nice crunchy batter. And I have the classic fried chicken sandwich. The crispy fries were nibbled on by the entire table, while the sandwich was juicy and tangy. Overall it was a wonderful brunch. The server who hails from Alabama, recently joined the team two months ago, was very knowledgeable, gave the right amount of attention and best of all helped us execute a side quest. If you're interested in a peaceful but fulfilling brunch, give Starbelly a visit. read more

Starbelly - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Overall, I'd highly recommend this place for a cute lunch date or girls brunch! They have multiple fun cocktail options and a back enclosed patio space with lots of greenery. Food: The French toast was delicious (5/5)! It had a mascarpone topped with pistachios and cooked berries. The chicken breakfast sandwich was ok (3/5), since the bread could've been better and there wasn't much sauce. Flavor was decent. Overall a good meal, will definitely order another dish next time. 4/5 stars bc of a mid sandwich and a dirty fork (which was addressed and fixed with no problems). Service: Really kind waiters and fast service! Parking: Take an additional 5-10 minutes for parking. Lots of paid street parking nearby but you will have to drive around during peak times. Muni is close by for public transit :) read more

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We came on a weekday for dinner for a party of 3 and waited 15-20 minutes for a table. The restaurant felt pretty lively even on a weekday. Service was decent but I had to flag a staff member to switch out my cup because it was a little dirty. Items ordered: - Brussels sprouts: The brussel sprouts were cooked well and had a great flavor to them with a slight sweet taste. - Deviled eggs: These were a little sour in taste? We were just surprised by the flavor but maybe it was the sauce or seasoning that was used to give a little sour flavor. - Mac and cheese with truffle: This was really delicious and you could taste the truffle. Just wish it was a bigger dish! - Starbelly bacon pizza: Comes with a ton of arugula and the green goddess dressing gives that added flavor to the pizza. Great pizza overall! read more

Starbelly - Starbelly bacon pizza - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Finally had a chance to try Starbelly! Had a great experience on the patio. Cute little spot. The Roasted Corn Pizza with Lime and Cilantro was fantastic. Very summery flavors. Enjoyed the sardine toast too. read more

Starbelly - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I've been coming to Starbelly for years, which is why it's disappointing to say that my last three visits have been underwhelming. The pâté is still excellent--the quality of the dish itself remains a highlight--but the experience around it has changed. The generous accompaniments that used to make it feel special have been scaled back. What used to come with a tablespoon-sized portion of mustard and preserves now feels closer to a teaspoon. It's a small detail, but those details are part of what made the dish memorable. Overall, this feels like a case of skimpflation. Portions seem smaller than they were even a few months ago, while prices have stayed the same or increased. We ordered the pâté, corn pizza, salad, fries, and sparkling water. Right before hitting show. The fries were especially disappointing--pretty mediocre and not something I'd order again. At this point, I'd rather walk down the street to Hi Tops if I'm craving fries. I also really miss the old Brussels sprouts dish. It used to be one of my favorites, but over time they've become consistently overcooked, and I eventually stopped ordering them. The menu overall feels safer and less exciting than it used to. I especially miss the Starbelly pizza and pasta, which gave the restaurant more personality and creativity. One small but noticeable change: sparkling water used to be complimentary, but now it's something you have to purchase, and only the large bottle is offered. On its own, this isn't a major issue, but combined with the smaller portions and inconsistent execution, it adds to the feeling that the overall value has slipped. I have a lot of appreciation for Starbelly and the years of great meals I've had there. This isn't a review from someone who dislikes the restaurant--it's from someone who remembers how good it used to be. I hope they can find their way back to the balance of quality, generosity, and neighborhood charm that made it a favorite in the first place. place. read more

Starbelly - Fried chicken and waffles - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

After completing a CPR training for my company, which ended sooner than I thought, I reached to a buddy in the area. I asked him if he wanted to grab a late lunch. Fortunately, he said yes. He suggested Starbelly. I hadn't eat there in several years and was glad to see they were still in business and still doing well. We both when with the chicken sandwich & fries. Man, was it good! The chicken was crispy on the outside and tender in the inside. Like Ric Flair would shout, WOOOH!!!! We complemented the sandwiches with beers. Of course we did. Everything was great, including the service. Here are your pics. read more

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Starbelly is one of my favorite restaurants in the Castro; it's great for brunch and dinner. They usually participate in SF restaurant week and they offer drag brunch! The service is always great. Ambiance is cute and fun. You can show up casual or dress up. I love sitting in the covered outdoor back patio but they do have two tables full outside in the front if you have a dog. We came here the Monday after pride and it was packed despite the rest of the Castro being quiet. For dinner, i love their pizzas! We got the bacon one and corn one. They usually offer seasonal items. Highly recommend this spot for a date, impressing out of towners, or spending time with friends. I'll be back! read more

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Came here for late lunch and they were still serving brunch but I got the sausage pizza. It had a crispy under carriage and flavorful. I couldn't finish the whole pie so I took half of it home service was efficient. The restaurant ambiance is okay. It can be noisy for conversations as voices echoes. read more

Starbelly - HOUSE MADE ITALIAN SAUSAGE PIZZA - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've come back to this restaurant a handful of times since my initial review, and every time I've had a great experience. I love the brunch menu and ambiance, and dinner is always great. Most recently I had the mussels and was just so impressed with how tasty they were! The cocktails here are always just so perfect (and generous in size) and their music choice is always excellent. Great spot! read more

Met friends for Brunch on Pride Sunday about 10:30 Had the patio to ourselves for quite a while, which was lovely. Love the patio, always great service and prompt service. The Brunch menu is pretty lean as brunch goes, so for future we shall stick to HH or early lunch or dinner. 2 of us had the 2 eggs, fingerling potatoes, bacon and toast - $15 Ea. 2 had the Chilaquiles - $17 Ea. Grateful the price for the 2 egg dish was so reasonable as it did not warrant being more expensive. First off, the food was not hot (once again) but warm. Toast (2 little pieces) we had to ask for butter. Fingerlings, about 8. Undercooked OE eggs 2 slivers of bacon. Because I do like this place, I just won't return for Brunch. read more

Waiter was friendly, food was great, a little pricey but it was good! We got the deviled eggs, chilaquiles? and the fried chicken sandwich! Everything was pretty solid, the fries that came with the sandwich were a little stale or something and could be a little crispier. The ambience in the restaurant is lovely and they have a back patio that is even better! Very lively for a Sunday brunch. We also ordered a mocktail, I forgot what it was called but it came in a cute little bear cup! Would come back again for lunch or dinner! (Different menu) read more

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Starbelly you are truly solid and they could never make me hate you! The Thai style mussels were fantastic and that sauce was so lemongrassy and delicious. I will say what's up with the bread portion...? we ordered extra too and that's what you see in the photo lol. I assume it normally just comes with one piece. Their salads are refreshing and I love their patio on a sunny, warm day. read more

Starbelly - Mussels - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I think the brief on this place is it's good but your experience will vary depending on when you are there and where you sit. There's a dining area off back and they looked like they were having a blast. We were upfront at a high top. There was some kitchen noise there and the bartender waited on us. Some mix up on food. Food was well presented and a B+. Chia pudding with onion flavored granola was a little out there. read more

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This is one of the most unique pieces I ate lunch at. The tuna melt was out of the world delicious. The service was very friendly and very attentive to my desires. The ambiance of the place was excellent as well. I recommend this place to go have lunch at if you're in San Francisco. I give them 5 stars read more

Starbelly - Starbelly Restaurant - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This was my third or fourth visit to Starbelly on my latest visit. I used to live in the Bay Area and Starbelly was a great go to spot. They have really good food, can accommodate a larger party and drinks and service were always good. Living in London I was back home for a visit and my friend and I decided to go to Starbelly. We did not have a reservation and we had to wait about 15 minutes for a table which we were really lucky it was a short wait. Once seated they quickly took a drink order and then it took a long time to get our drinks and to order our food. Each order was taken by someone different and bit took a while to get. Food was good. That is really all I can say about it this time. The manager did recognize that our experience was less than they wanted to deliver and did come over and talk to us without us requesting. So kudos to him for his actions. I would absolutely go back to Starbelly based on my other experiences there and to give them another chance. So yes, go and enjoy their food, atmosphere, and delicious cocktails. read more

I found out about this place atvone of the Yelp Elite event and decided to bring my friends here. Great place for a dinner gathering with friends. They have outdoor patio in the back if you prefer the outdoor vibe. Everything tasted delicious. Just wish the salad size was bigger. This was the biggest size that we could get. The bear cup alcohol is just like the Starbucks bear cup. It's so cute so we couldn't say no to it. The drink itself was good so it wasn't just a drink for picture. read more

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Tldr: Pricey but good food and moody ambiance. Good for dinner dates. My friend and I had dinner here a few weeks ago. The food was amazing! The chicken liver pate was extremely buttery and was the star of the dinner. It was served with an onion jam (sweet), a dijon mustard, and toasted bread. It's a very agreeable pate as the chicken liver flavor wasn't that strong. The mussels were spicy and citrusy which helped cut through the fattier entrees we ordered. The rigatoni was definitely the "worst" of the three. While it tasted good, it wasn't particularly interesting and the portion size felt small. The people serving us were also very attentive and were very knowledgeable about each of the dishes. (I didn't know the jam was an onion jam till our waiter told us!) read more

Starbelly - top to bottom: signature chicken liver pate, pan roasted black mussels, rigatoni - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Went here for dinner the other day with a few friends, and we had the most lovely experience. First off, our servers were super friendly and attentive to all our needs. We ordered quite the spread: the butternut squash soup, deviled eggs, brussels sprout pizza, roasted salmon, pork chop, and the mussels. Everything was so delicious. But the standouts were definitely the mussels and the brussel sprout pizza! The flavors were impeccable! Oh, we also got dessert. We got the blueberry, brown butter, cornbread, and the cheesecake Panna cotta. They were both so delicious but honestly, you need to order the brown butter cornbread. It was so so good. I need to go back just for that! The overall vibe in this place is super cute and cozy. They have an outdoor patio with a ton of plants. read more

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Starbelly was just OK for us. Da Wahini and I were in the area and decide to pay a visit to Starbelly based on the reviews and the fact we had Starbelly bookmarked for a while. Good size venue with a small amount of outdoor seating in the front and additional outside seating in the back covered by a large tent. The inside is more of a bar. Parking...good luck with that. Popular neighborhood with street parking available. The menu here is seasonal, so it changes on a regular basis. I forgot the name of our server, but nice guy. The service was very good. The staff were on top of everything. #StarbellyGrindz: COCKTAILS: ~ SALTY DOG - 4/5 Strong and solid cocktail. All the flavors worked well. I could taste the Elderflower and Grapefruit ~ BEARS, BEARS, BEARS! - 3.5/5 Our server said this was the best drink on the menu, I can't say I agree with that statement. To each their own. Brilliant presentation, possibly just not a fond flavor profile of mine... even though I'm a big Earl Grey fan. This just didn't work for me PLATES: ~ rigatoni - 3.5/5 I thought the rigatoni was OK, slightly better than average, but nothing to rave about. I had a hard time identifying the protein as Lamb. Portion was on the smaller size, not all that filling. ~ ground chuck beef burger - 3.5/5 w/ starbelly salad - 4.5/5 While the Burger was decent, it wasn't all that special. Nothing stood out about it and it was tiny! almost like a bigger slider... The salad was very good. Once is enough for me. I don't need to return; I wasn't a fan of the portion sizes and didn't think the food was outstanding. read more

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First things first, make a reservation. This place gets busy every night for good reason, and walk-ins are a gamble you don't want to take. I booked a table for five about a week in advance, and we were seated immediately when we arrived. Zero stress. Our server was fantastic! He was friendly, attentive, and full of great recommendations that genuinely paid off throughout the meal. Here's everything we ordered for a table of five: Housemade Chicken Liver Pâté -- A perfect shareable starter. Generous portion of pâté served with bread, and it went around the table easily. Highly recommend starting here. Macaroni and Cheese -- Don't let the size fool you. It looks small but we split it five ways without issue. Super creamy and well executed! The kind of mac and cheese that reminds you why it's a classic. Fries -- Perfectly soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, and not overly salty. One order worked for us but if your group is hungry, get two. No notes otherwise. Grilled Broccolini -- One of the surprise favorites of the night. The lemon really comes through and elevates the whole dish. Split evenly across five people and everyone wanted more. New Starbelly Salad -- We got the large and it was worth it. Really fresh and flavorful and is a great complement to all the heartier dishes on the table. Starbelly Bacon Pizza -- Our favorite pizza of the night. Comes with six slices, which worked out perfectly for the group. Just get it. Salsa Bianca Pizza -- This one divided the table. It's loaded with toppings and has a pretty distinct flavor profile. Half the group loved it, half weren't into it (I was in the latter camp). If you like bold, unconventional pizzas it might be your thing, but personally I wouldn't reorder it. The menu is focused and well-curated, the music sets a great vibe, and the service is genuinely top notch. A really enjoyable dinner overall and one I'd absolutely do again. read more

Arrived thirsty. Had my friends order me a beer before I got there. 20 minutes later, still no beer. Server shrugged her shoulders and said sorry. Appetizers arrived, mixed drinks arrived, no beer. How long does it take to pour a beer here? No explanations or fucks given. When questioned, server said sorry, turned back mid conversation and just walked away. Took 30 minutes to get one beer with no explanation or regrets. My undaunted friend ordered another beer halfway through the meal which never arrived. Food was just ok but terrible service with no real reason or care as to why it was so terrible. Don't order a beer here. read more

Solid new American food. Made a reservation for a Friday night and this place was packed. It's very cute inside, albeit a bit tight on space. The Brussel sprouts were absolutely delicious, we got two orders for the table. Also loved the chicken pate, accompanying bread was yummy too. Salmon entree was good, but quite small for the price. Not sure if I was starving but I feel like in general the portions were small. Street parking was a pain, as expected. Service was really slow unfortunately. It was a decent meal, but nothing stood out. Not sure if I would return, but glad I gave it a try. read more

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Great spot in the Castro with a patio option. I've been here a few times and each experience has been nice. They've first time I went was during a SF restaurant week. This last time I went was during a brunch- They've got some nice options on the menu with fair pricing and great drink selection. Giving some comfort food vibes. The inside has a lot of seating and a bar. The staff are very welcoming and give great service. The patio out back is also heated for those cooler nights. read more

Starbelly - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came in with three coupons for free drinks / appetizers from art hop and yelp events and they honored them all which was nice! The cocktails and burrata pizza were the highlights for me (even though I ordered the salmon as my main, it wasn't super special). The menu is quite limited but is seasonal so maybe there are more options other times. My absolute favorite was actually the cornbread dessert -- it is to die for seriously! The corners were just ever so crispy and the butter was edible on its own. The patio vibes were also pretty good -- sit outside if you can! read more

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Came for lunch with a big group, it was nice to be able to make a reservation for such a large group. Our waiter was very nice and attentive. I really enjoyed the chilaquiles and the interior was very nice with a pretty outdoor patio. It can get pretty loud inside, so at times it was harder to hear but overall would come back again! read more

Starbelly - LOCO MOCO - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Great lunch spot with amazing outdoor sitting. Solid food menu and wonderful mocktails. Definitely a favorite in the Castro.

Tasty, and a good price! I thought the food had lots of interesting flavors. The starbelly bacon pizza ($21) was a good size for two. It had so many flavors going on: bitterness from the arugula, spicy from the jalapeño, savory from the pork belly, and freshness from the green goddess dressing. All the flavors worked well together! We also got the chicken liver ($16). I'm glad I tried it! It's not a dish I have often. The sweet marmalade and spicy mustard paired well with the savory pate. The service is quick and friendly. We got waters right away, and our server provided great recommendations with little insights into how the dishes are made. The ambiance is classy and cute. There's quite a bit of noise in the venue, but I was able to hear my partner well enough for conversation. I went at 7:45pm on a Saturday. It was super busy even then, maybe due to Pride! I had made a last minute reservation on OpenTable at 7:30pm, but I think it was worth it because we were seated immediately once we arrived. read more

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Disappointing service at Starbelly this morning. I brought a friend after having a great experience a few weeks ago, but today fell completely flat. It took 15 minutes to order, and our request to pace the meal was ignored--mains arrived 5 minutes after starters, crowding the table all at once. We were never checked on again and had to flag someone down for the check. Good food can only carry a restaurant so far; bad service really ruins the experience. read more

Came here around 8:00 PM on a Friday night with a reservation, and it was packed. We got seated inside at a high top table, and it was rather noisy but we could still kind of hear each other in conversation. We got the Starbelly Salad and the Starbelly Bacon Pizza, and each of us got a Sangria. Sangria: 3/5, a white sangria that was very orange-dominant and sweet. A bit watered down for my taste, and I would have liked to have more variety of fruit included for different flavors. Starbelly Salad: 4/5, I loved the pickled onions and the light amount of dressing. It wasn't overdone and heavy, which I think some restaurants' signature salads can be. Starbelly Bacon Pizza: 3/5, I liked the addition of jalapeños and arugula to this! I wish the bacon was a little crispier, and the crust could have been a little more cooked. The staff were so friendly and warm! Even when our original waiter took their break, our new waitress was so nice and welcoming that we still felt very well taken care of. The food was good - I want to come back soon for their brunch! read more

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Came here for a date night on a Saturday night. We were able to reserve a table through yelp which was really nice. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating is covered by a huge canopy so it doesn't really feel like your outside. It's really nice. The restaurant is really nice and I enjoyed the ambience. The waiter was attentive and friendly. I ordered the spaghetti and the noodle perfectly al dente. They have a great selection of wines and drinks to enjoy with your meal. read more

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A nice, relaxing spot (in Noe Valley area?. We went to celebrate a friends' 81st Birthday. The staff was extremely accommodating and fare was delicious. Thank you for making the stop worth the drive from the East Bay. read more

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It's not hard to understand why this spot is held in such high regard amongst locals. It's also hard to understand how the food is so good, it's amazing. Then I ask myself this simple question, why can't all food be this good? This place has been on my list for years, now it's going to be on my regular rotation. With so many restaurants in the city it can take a while to try every spot I put on a list, especially when I have so many favorites. The Brunch here is amazing. And it's no one trick pony, everything looks amazing. The bloody Mary's have just the right amount of spice, however they are a little small. There's definitely a balancing act. I had the fried chicken sandwich, it's my go to brunch favorite these days, even over Chicken and waffles. Best fried chicken sandwich I've had in a while. We were able to order a pizza off menu for the kiddos, simple and delicious. I don't consider this place fancy, it's just great service and amazing food. It's a great example of being spoiled by food in the bay area, realizing just how good we all have it in the bay when you find yourself away! read more

This is specifically a dinner review--I have had the brunch and thoroughly enjoyed it! The outdoor seating is great during the day, but less so at night. Although there are some string lights, the corner where we were seated was very dark (we had to use our phones to light the menu). The server was kind, and we ordered small plates and a pizza to share. We loved the fries, but were not as big of fans of the pizza and soup. Happy to have tried it, but we will stick to brunches in the future. read more

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I stopped by here while in town with my family of four and in laws. It was recommended to us but we didn't know it was reservations only! Thankfully, they accommodated us during a busy brunch time though! We had the burger, loco moco, pizza and chicken sandwich. It was all amazing but my fave was the Bears cocktail. So good! Thanks Sugarbelly!! read more

Starbelly - Bears cocktail - New American Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a great neighborhood spot for a casual dinner with friends. The Starbelly bacon pizza had an amazing crust and the jalapenos added just the right amount of kick. read more

I think starbelly is just okay and a bit overhyped. There's a big long table where everyone is crowding around and it seems that they do a lot of events / catering but it didn't make the restaurant feel home-y / welcome. I also thought all of the food that was provided was just okay, we got the pate, the broccoli, the burger, and the steak frites. I think they do the steak frites pretty poorly and was expecting a bit more of an upscale fare from it. The plating is more diner style, which is underwhelming read more

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After all these years, Starbelly is still around and still a great bet for lunch. On my last visit during a January weekday, I loved the chilaquiles and the ambiance of the back patio. If you're looking for a cozy spot to catch up with a friend over tasty food, Starbelly is it! read more

I came here for a work dinner on a Thursday evening a couple weeks ago. We had a reservation and got seated on one of the longer tables towards the back of the restaurant. Our table was close to the door leading to the outdoor dining area, so it was a little chilly as people came in and out that door often throughout the evening. For starters, we ordered the deviled eggs and fries. The deviled eggs had a prominent tangy and tart flavor, which I didn't mind. I liked them. The fries were good. I liked that they came with three different sauces. Next, we ordered the chicories salad, grilled broccolini, and crispy brussel sprouts. The chicories salad was not my favorite. The combination of everything in the salad was interesting, just not my favorite dish of the night. However, the broccolini and brussel sprouts were delicious. They were perfectly seasoned, and the texture was also great. For pizzas, we ordered the starbelly bacon, delicata squash, and margherita. I really liked the delicata squash. I don't think I've ever had squash on pizza before, but I really enjoyed it. Lastly, we ordered the warm toffee cake, salted caramel pot de crème, and arborio rice pudding for dessert. They were all good, but my favorite would have to be either the warm toffee cake or arborio rice pudding. The arborio rice pudding probably looked the least appetizing out of three, but it was so good. I would recommend trying this. None of the desserts were overly sweet, which I appreciated. Overall, I had a great time here. The food was good, and the service was also good. read more

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Completely enjoyed a first dining experience at Starbelly, which will surely be the first of many. The service and servers were standouts, and the food and drinks matched them. Inventive and delightful combinations sure to appeal to all tastes. The atmosphere was friendly and convivial, all tables and high-tops were having a great time. Very pleased and glad to have Starbelly in a place of honor on the restaurant radar. Exceptional! read more

The ambiance was a 4, it had a nice outside patio openness to it. The service was a 3 star rating, for it not being busy they only checked in once while we were there but were nice. The place was clean, the food was good but nothing crazy special. I've been there a couple times for lunch and dinner and it fluctuates on a 3 to 4 star rating on flavor. But good enough to go again, the menu is pretty limited but not bad. We got the marinara pizza and added sausage, the sausage made it more flavorful, 3.5 rating, the burger with bacon was also a 3.5 rating outa 5 to us. Nothing stood out but fed two hungry guys on a lunch afternoon. Overall still cute place, give it a try, not crazy in prices, ambiance is different for lunch vs night time. Definitely call and make a reservation if it's for dinner on a Friday/saturday. You can make reservations at "open table" app or call them. read more

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