We celebrated our 15 year anniversary on 8/27/2026 at this lovely establishment! We were greeted by…read morea wonderful hostess upon entering (sorry I forgot her name she had a long copper color skirt). We sat at a beautiful table with a view of the harbor. We had a great server in Juan. He made our night special! Gave us great recommendations on cocktails. I had the the Nightcall pretty and smooth going down. The wife had the Sweater Weather really nice! Now for the food: Caviaor & 1000 layer potato, best clam chowder in the bay, seafood linguine and ceaser salad w/chicken. All delicious and delectable! Juan made sure we lacked for nothing and a woman named Carolyn came by to check on us and ensure the evening was going well. Great place to dine especialy for an anniversary! Please swing thru!

Came here to celebrate my birthday for brunch with my girlfriends, and we did the prix fixe brunch…read moremenu. The view on the patio of the restaurant was gorgeous and recommended if the weather is nice. I got the thousand-layer potato with caviar (+$12) and the steak and eggs for my entrée. The thousand-layer potato with caviar was delicious and came in a generous serving size. The steak and eggs were also really good. We also ordered the peach galette for dessert, which was fresh and delicious. One thing I will say is that my friends mentioned it was my birthday, and the staff said they would bring something special out. They brought out a slice of red velvet cake, which was great, but we did end up getting charged for it on the bill. It wasn't a big deal, but we would've appreciated a heads up that it would be an additional charge. Overall, we had a great brunch and enjoyed the food!

Wood Tavern has been my favorite restaurant in Oakland since I first visited nearly twenty years…read moreago. In all that time, it has remained remarkably consistent. I've been here for date nights, holiday dinners, business dinners, and countless meals with friends visiting from out of town. It's one of those rare restaurants that seems to work for just about any occasion. The service is always great, the College Avenue location is hard to beat, and I've always had good luck finding street parking nearby. The ribeye is my personal favorite and what I order more often than not. If you're coming with a group, the cheese and charcuterie plates are a great way to start. The menu is varied enough that there's always something for everyone, and I've never had a bad meal here. I was genuinely sad to hear that they'll be closing at the end of the year. Restaurants with this kind of quality, consistency, and character are increasingly rare. If you've never been, make a point of going while you still can. I'll certainly miss it once they're gone.

$25 Pastrami Sandwich: pretty darn good but there is an excellent pastrami that I just tried…read moreelsewhere which dampens my enthusiasm. This one had some crispy edges and well prepared which was lovely though. $14 warm chocolate buckwheat pudding cake: definitely house made. Definitely very good but definitely a safe choice. I think I should have been more adventurous. As good as this is, I'm not convinced I got my $'s worth.

We took our neighbor to celebrate his birthday and everything was lovely! The view, the food and…read morethe service was exceptional!

An easy 5 stars! The ocean views at Moonraker are astonishing. If you love waterfront dining, this…read moreis one of the best spots in the Bay Area. I highly recommend going around sunset. The ambiance was beautiful, with piano music during our Saturday visit and thoughtfully tiered seating that gives everyone a great view of the ocean. We started with complimentary bread and butter, which was good, but the Caesar salad was the standout. The sourdough croutons made it especially delicious. A definite 5/5! We tried both the steak frites and the New York steak. Both were cooked exactly as ordered, wonderfully juicy, and had a smoky flavor that took them to the next level. Another 5/5. We finished with a complimentary birthday cake, along with coffee and tea, which was a lovely way to end the meal. The service was excellent throughout. The staff kept our water filled, checked in regularly, and graciously took plenty of photos for us with the beautiful scenery. 5/5 A fantastic birthday experience from start to finish. I can't wait to come back!

5 star experience all around. From the ambience, to the food, to the service I can't find a thing…read moreto complain about. My group came at noon after a long night out and were desperate need of a pick me up. What we found at Almond & Oak was that and so much more. What highlighted our trip has to be the service. We sat at the Bartop and the bartender's were very friendly and made sure our waters were never even half way empty. They kept good casual conversation as well, never doing too much but always making us feel seen. Food was phenomenal as well. I loved my steak sandwich, and had an oyster as well which tasted fresh and flavorful. I can't wait to go back and try their dinner menu 9.0/10

Great food, great service but beware sitting by the open kitchen! It gets SO HOT! My back was…read moreagainst the open kitchen and I was burning and sweating man. It wasn't even a hot day either. The beignets were OK. Shrimp and grits were good Fried chicken sandwich was really flavorful and delicious. next time I would ask for sauce on the side, it got very sloppy. The steak sandwich and crabcake benefit were great. Also, noting that their wait time is not very accurate. Better to make a reservation.

Why was Valley Goat so good?! We went for a birthday lunch with 10 people and they have a lovely…read moreprivate table in the back that could fit all of us!! We tried almost everything on the menu and it did not disappoint. The service was also on point!!! I need to come back!!! My favorites were the cinnabiscuit and the tuna with the crispy quinoa!!! Chef's kiss!! I also love the decor, the drinks, and the hotel lobby that is next to it is one of a kind! Very unique! Def check it out if you are in the area!!

We had a reservation set at 11:15 am on Labor Day, we were seated outdoor at their patio seating…read more Valley Goat is seated inside the TreeHouse hotel in Sunnyvale, the property is just stunning overall. The restaurant opens out onto their patio so it doesn't feel like you're excluded from the lively atmosphere from inside. Our server was kind enough to put up umbrellas for us since it was a bright, sunny morning. Our server was incredibly helpful at recommending which dishes to order. We ordered the following: Goat empanadas Crispy Quinoa and Tuna Salad Smoked Salmon Dip with pita bread Potato Crepe The Asian influence is very strong in the menu which I think is always great tasting familiar flavors. I thought that most of the dishes were very well thought out, the flavors balanced each other well and offered a new twist to "brunch". I did think the quinoa salad dressing was quite salty and the potato crepe had a pool of oil. Overall everything else tasted quite yummy! Service was a bit slow today but they were incredibly busy so it wasn't the end of the world. Overall the ambiance of the restaurant, the quality of the food and price is enough for you to come back for a second time. I'll have to try dinner!

Quick fact before I do my review: Before officially being in a relationship, The Hideout Kitchen is…read morewhere we had our very first date. And it was at the former location. So what better place to dine in to celebrate out 2nd Year Wedding Anniversary at The Hideout Kitchen :) We went for dinner. Our server was KEVIN. Simply...HE IS JUST AWESOME. He knows the menu, he knows the history, and has amazing stories to share with everyone. Great guy. A lot of people there that night seemed to be celebrating something. The noise was a bit loud that I felt I had to almost yell to have a conversation with my husband. But the vibe was great. I enjoyed looking around at the decor. We ordered: - TRUFFLE FRIES for appetizers - I loved everything about it. haha. Tastey! - linguine & clams - I ordered this. It was good. However, I felt it was way oily. And after every bite I took, I had to wipe my mouth. And I accidentally spilled oil on my shirt. - PASTA ALLA CARBONE with steak - My husband enjoyed it and started to get full towards clearing out his bowl haha. - SCALLOPED POTATOES - I ordered a side of this. Definitely was not expecting to look the way it did, but I thought the presentation was beautiful. It was good; however, I was not a fan at how crunchy and hard the top first layer was. In a few areas, it was almost burnt. But I thought it was pretty good without the need for a type of sauce on the side. - For drinks, I had to Summer sangria and my husband had the Rumble in the Jungle. We enjoyed it. Definitely hit the spot. No complaints at all about these drinks. - And Kevin surprised us with a dessert to celebrate : Cranberry Bread Pudding. This was delicious. Very flavorful. I am not really into Cranberry, but this is definitely an exception. Loved the fruits on the side as well. The Hideout Kitchen will always have a place in our hearts. We will definitely come back. We still need to try this place out for Brunch. We need to try their UBE pancakes! hehehe. And thanks Kevin for being amazing that night!

Very cool spot to chill out and have a nice dinner or just a couple drinks…read more We went during a concert night and we couldn't have been happier. Good music, good service, good food, good night! Grilled Octopus appetizer was citrus & spanish spices, garlic aioli, tomato & caper tapenade; just how we like it Linguine and clams: chablis, heavy cream, butter, sweet onion, garlic, manila clams, fennel, lemon. Beautifully crafted dish, a favorite done right. Kids sliders were filling, good options for kids. I'll be back for sure!

I just began going to the wolf this month and my favorite time to go is for brunch…read more I had been hearing so much about the fried chicken salad that they have and I tried it - it was so amazing - I also added a side of aioli to dip my chicken in (hack). I also tried the gazpacho which was very refreshing. The bar is so beautiful and let's in a lot of sunlight. I was greeted by 2 amazing bartenders - Miguel and Stacey who took great care of me , and made the best espresso martinis! I definitely will be back !

I ordered Octopus, Pork Chop, Duck Breast, Halibut, and Brussel Sprouts with a drinks. I made a…read morereservation for my birthday to celebrate with family. I honestly looked forward to eating here since it was on the Michelin guide and read some great reviews here on yelp. Even though I was excited to visit, after dining here, my expectations came out to a disappointment. For a table of 4 we were left unsatisfied and a little hungry after losing our appetite. 3/5 of what's ordered was a bust. The menu prices were a medium-high, especially for entree, I had higher expectations which I don't mind paying for, but the food wasn't convincing enough that the price was an afterthought. I couldn't justify what I was paying for after eating. Plating is beautiful but for over $39 of entree you would have expected at least some starch and maybe a few or more pieces of fibrous greens. For the price of the duck breast and pork chop that was mid, it would have been better buying a whole roast duck and crispy pork at a chinese roastery for a third of the price. Food: Octopus was good 4/5 I'd definitely recommend grabbing it as your starter. It was very tender and I enjoyed the flavors. Wish there was more. Brussel Sprouts 1/5 I don't recommend. It was overly cooked to the point the texture inside was mushy and the outside was burnt to the point it was very bitter. The sauce/dressing for it was delicious but that wasn't enough to help so we sent it back. Halibut 4/5 Best entree I'd recommend. It was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious for it. Pork Chop 2.5/5 The sauce was good but the taste reminds me of a vinaigrette salad dressing. I did wish there was more flavor from the pork but it was fine. The meat was nice and tender. Unfortunately the pork bone was still rare on the inside, otherwise it would've gotten a higher score. Duck Breast 2/5 I'm not sure if the chef intentionally cooked the duck breast to be that rare but I fully expected a nice medium from the photos I've seen from the reviews. We weren't a fan and left it half eaten (mostly the medium pink parts). The duck wasn't tender and very chewy. Was more gamey. Skin wasn't crispy or rendered enough and was more of a rubbery, flabby and a thick texture. It was very unfortunate because the sauce was very delicious. Dessert 4/5 Although we didn't finish the pork or duck entree and asked for the check, I didn't expect it but I really appreciated the surprised complimentary dessert. The ice cream birthday cake was good but because I had lost my appetite, we didn't finish it and decided to leave after a couple bites. Service 5/5 Staff were very friendly and accommodating. I accidentally reserved for a table of 2 instead of 4 and fortunately the host was cool about it and we were lucky enough to have extra seating available. Water was consistently refilled without being asked. We were checked on regularly but not to the point we were constantly hovered over. Table was cleaned with our plates and utensils changed after each meal which was nice. Ambience It's cute and cozy. The outside dining is nice for a warm day. The bar area is nice. Drinks were good. I would come back just to hang out at the bar.

Ended our college move in weekend with our traditional goodbye lunch at Social Bird and it was…read moreamazing as always!! Enjoyed the beautiful Lafayette weather on the outside patio and had absolutely exceptional service throughout the meal . My daughter and I enjoyed the steamed mussels which were absolutely prefect with a delicious broth just asking to be mopped up by the crispy grilled bread on the side ! Also enjoyed the cheese selection and rounded it out with some of their incredible dessert selections: Lemon Meringue and Butterscotch pudding!! Another amazing meal at Social Bird and I plan to return soon

Food: Ordered the salad, which was fresh and nicely…read moreprepared. However, I didn't quite care for the sourness of the anchovy, which was a little too pronounced for my taste. Didn't try their dessert but noticed that it's very popular even for lunch. Service: Great service--friendly and attentive throughout. Ambiance: Really like the comfortable seating and the sense of privacy. It has a fun, energetic sports-bar atmosphere that makes it a lively place to hang out.

When I think of a sandwich that has the ability to make my mouth water just thinking of it, few…read morecome to mind, but what the sandwiches they make at Southie is definitely one of them. I've had their Spicy Hog, steak with mushroom, a few Cubans, but the one that I always come back to is "The Balls" sandwich. First off, this sandwich is massive, so be sure that you come here on an empty stomach. These beef meatballs are seasoned to perfection and bursting with flavor. The balls are covered in their red sauce with provolone and Grana Padano, which gives it that nutty and salty flavor that pairs extremely well with the meatballs and baguette. All the juices and cheese just get soaked up to perfection. The baguette bread they use is supplied by La Farine, which is just a few meters away from each other. Just putting out there that La Farine is hands down one of the best bakeries in Oakland, so it makes sense that this sandwich would be so dang good. I'll be honest that I'm not a big fan of the chips or those chips in general and could be fine with just the sandwich. If you are going to have any sandwich to eat here first, I would highly recommend you try "The Balls" because I promise you will not be disappointed. I will always say that the dozen or so times I've been here, the staff are always so friendly, and the atmosphere is very down to earth. The price of their sandwiches is in the $20 range, but the quality and portion make it totally worth it.

The spicy hog sandwich I had a few minutes ago was quite messy but good…read more However, my petty gripe is that it was 2pm, there was an open 2-person table on the side, but I was seated 1 foot from and facing the cash register, and told people were coming for the empty table. No one came and instead quickly several more tables cleared out. Rather than see a few minutes of the England-Serbia World Cup match, I saw a bunch of people up close paying lunch bills. Don't come in solo expecting a side table.

Hands down my favorite restaurant in San Jose. The food is always excellent, and their cocktails…read moreare delightful. I have never once been disappointed with a dish, and I love trying new dishes on their menu. The staff is awesome, and the place has a cool astehtic vibe. I highly recommend, just know that it is a bit pricey but the experience is totally worth it. P.S. they give you palate cleaners snack in between courses for free. I had hibiscus herbal tea and and an adorable mini waffle cone, filled with crème fraîche, and topped with caviar (honestly never thought I'd like caviar before trying out this place for the first time).

Cocktail Drinks - poor presentation and tooooo sweet. Bartenders or mixology looks tired and…read moreunmotivated making drinks. $17-20 per cocktail does not match the taste and presentation of their cocktail drinks. We visited today 9.12.26 at the bar before having dinner. My husband had aged dry steak and i had chesse burger. Over cooked. We were dinning with friends and family didnt make any fuss. We are disappointed. Thank God we brought 2 bottles of wine from Chateu Montellena. Corkage $35 per 750ml bottle. Maximum of 2 bottles. And we have 7 adults drinking. I guess they want us to utilize their bar. There are more better and nice place that's worth the price of this restaurant.