Amazing food, from appetizer all the way to dessert. I would definitely go back again.

Joe was a great server made our first experience here great! Great food too we will definitely be back

Got a walk in Luckily. Joe was great, food was great, drinks were great, all good times!

My fiancée and I came in for date night on 05/22/26, and this spot continues to be one of our favorites because the food is always great and the service is usually excellent. But on this visit, our server Cheyenne truly stood out as the best server we've had here so far. She was warm, professional, incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, and helped guide my fiancée toward an order she absolutely loved. She made the whole experience feel smooth, welcoming, and elevated without ever feeling overbearing. Great service can turn a good dinner into a memorable night, and Cheyenne definitely did that for us. We'll absolutely be requesting her again when we come back. Thank you, Cheyenne! read more

I decided not to write this review right away because I was honestly very upset after our Mother's Day late lunch at Terra in Westfield. But even after a week, the experience still leaves a bad taste in my mouth, so I feel the need to share it. First, my son called ahead to ask about reservations and was told that reservations were not needed because they accepted walk-ins. We arrived about 30 minutes later only to be told they couldn't seat us because it was Mother's Day and they were fully booked. After I explained that we had literally just called, they finally agreed to place us on the waitlist. Thankfully, we were notified within 30 minutes that a table was ready because we were starving by then. We were seated on the second floor, which honestly felt more like an overflow extension area than part of the main dining experience. Fine -- we stayed positive and ordered our food. For drinks we ordered 2 Strawberry Grove Spritz for $14 each and since they don't serve complimentary bread, we ordered the $9 Focaccina Alle Erbe. The serving was very small and honestly, I should've not ordered it. Then came my son's $66 Wagyu steak. According to him, it was the worst Wagyu he's ever had -- cold, bland, and tasteless. There wasn't even salt on the table, and we had to request it. Next came the Pacchero Alla Brace pasta, which costs $56 total with a required minimum of two orders. The serving size was shockingly small -- maybe around 30 pieces of Paccheri pasta total if I counted correctly. It was also lukewarm, with no bread whatsoever on the side. Honestly, my boys even agreed that my homemade pasta tastes much better. We intend to eat the paste with the Spiedini Arrosticcini, it was served a bit later and again COLD, and I could not believe the portion size. Six tiny mini beef skewers for $17!!! I'm not exaggerating when I say tiny. Even a child would probably still be hungry after that serving. By this point, one of my sons still had not received his entrée while the rest of us were nearly done eating. When his $37 Pollo Affumicato finally arrived, it was the first REAL hot dish served to our table. He was excited and shared some with us because we were craving something warm. But after cutting into the thickest part of the chicken, we saw blood. The chicken was undercooked. We informed the server, and at first she tried to brush it off by saying it was "just near the bone." As someone who cooks, I know chicken must be fully cooked, and I even mentioned salmonella concerns. She finally took it back to the kitchen and later returned saying they were recooking it. At that point, I was completely done with the experience and asked for the check because we were ready to leave. I even decided not to have dessert, which says a lot because dessert was honestly the part I had been most excited about from the start. Before leaving, the "recooked" Pollo Affumicato was served to my son. Oh, it was a new one actually but here's the catch, when the bill arrived, my son noticed they charged us for TWO Pollo dishes instead of one. Thankfully, my son caught the mistake because I had already walked out of the restaurant by then out of frustration. They 'corrected' the bill afterward and wrapped the extra dish. Terra, I truly expected more from you. When we dine out as a family, I always tell my boys to order what they want and not worry about prices because we value the experience of good dining. We've eaten at far more expensive restaurants and happily paid because the food and service matched the price. Unfortunately, this experience felt extremely overpriced for the quality, portions, and service we received. Mother's Day is a busy day but it's not an excuse! read more

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Eh it was ok. The best thing about this place is their patio seating and the decor. It would've been nice if the entire wall was (plexi)glass but the middle section is a wooden bench seating that covers any possible "view". Not a huge deal since the view is the courtyard of the mall.. Anyways, came here on a weekday afternoon. Staff were friendly, however, they chose to seat EVERYONE at tables immediately next to each other!! That was quite annoying and even when we requested to move, they said there was a party so they closed off one end but didn't say anything about the other end. Got some drinks and they were just ok. I've had better on the Row and will be going there moving forward but if you want a nice, lazy weekday afternoon and don't care about the drinks, try this place. read more

Terra - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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We love the Eataly in Las Vegas, so went to check out the Eataly at Westfield Mall. We saw that there was a happy hour going on at Terra, so we thought we'd grab a bite. They have a beautiful dining space with indoor and outdoor seating. It's really a gorgeous place to enjoy a meal. * Hummus Di Funghi HH$5 - The mushroom hummus was good with the toasted bread, but you could probably use more bread as you're left with extra hummus. * Polpetta Di Wagyu HH$8 - This wagyu meatball was not great. It was mushy and the texture was not a good feel in your mouth. (I did try a wagyu meatball at another Italian restaurant later in the month, and know this can be made better.) * Gamberi E Zucca HH$7 - This comes with two shrimps and a slice kambocha squash. It was enjoyable. * Insalata Cesare HH$5 - The gem lettuce salad is light and simple. (They were out of the Ostrica Alla Griglia during happy hour.) * Spaghetto al Pomodoro E Ricotta Affumicata $26.50 - This was quite enjoyable. * Tagliatelle Alla Norcina $33 - Very creamy and rich with the black truffle butter. * Lamb Arrosticini 6 for $17.50 - Nicely cooked lamb skewers and the accompanying Espelette Pepper and Sea Salt flakes are some of the best parts. Overall, Terra was a good experience. Food was decent, but nothing that really stood out. Service was fine. The tables are pretty close together, so you'll hear everyone's conversations. read more

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Had a nice date here. It is very cute outdoors and the weather we had that day was perfect. We were seated quickly and our server was very friendly. Our food also came out in a timely manner. Our main dish was good. We also ordered the oysters I forgot to take a picture of but they were very small. Overall I would recommend them for a nice meal. read more

Terra - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

5/5 ambiance which is a modern twist to where and indoor space blends into an outdoor space. During the day the outdoor seating is nice and sunny overlooking the rest of the mall. It is a great place for a family dinner or an intimate date night spot 5/5 service is always extremely fast here especially compared to their sister restaurant next door. The servers are courteous and friendly no matter how busy it gets 5/5 food-- the lamb skewers is a family favorite along with the pasta. Their menu is always changing which keeps it fresh and exciting. My personal favorite pasta dish however is the cavatelli with beef and sausage. 4/5 parking is readily available with the parking garages nearby however parking is only free for 1 hour then you get charged with a daily max of $15. Shout out to our waiter Octavio for making our visit such a memorable and pleasant one. read more

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Terra is the restaurant part of Eataly and this location is on the 3rd floor of the Westfield Valley Fair mall. We went here for a sweet treat after lunch to get the viral gooey tiramisu. The ambiance inside, like other Terra's, was aesthetic. There's plenty of indoor and patio seating with picture opportunities. It's a beautiful place for a date, nice work dinner, or birthday celebration. The service was very good, our waiter was sweet and made sure to answer any questions/go through the menu. He also was nice about us recording the dish unraveling. Everything on the menu is a bit expensive, but the tiramisu is definitely worth it. The high quality ingredients are evident in the decadent cream cut with the rich lady fingers and cocoa powder. I'd recommend coming here at least once to treat yourself. read more

Terra - Inside - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Like many others said, the food doesn't match up to the price. But that tiramisu is so amazing! I'd come back just for dessert next time. Gem salad - 3/5 Mushroom skewers - 3/5. Butternut ravioli - 4/5 just so tiny Sausage tagliatelle - 3/5 Branzino - 3/5 so thin and bony Mushroom pasta - 4/5 Tiramisu - 5/5 Vanilla gelato - 5/5 great presentation! Get olive oil and cannoli on top Panna cotta - 3.5/5 a bit too tart read more

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Long time walker-by, first time trying and it's so worth it!! Beautiful rooftop ambience with great views, and if you come around during dinner time the lighting is perfect for the most beautiful photos. Highlight for me was the pomodoro spaghetti. Cooked perfectly al dente, sauce was just the right amount of tang. Another favorite were the lamb skewers, absolutely delicious with a squirt of lime and crushed salt. Awesome service, our waiter Brian was so quick and on top of things, and very helpful with our questions about the menu. 10/10 highly recommend!! Great spot for date night and big groups read more

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This place is a gem that we landed at by accident! We had intended to go to La Pizza & La Pasta, yet decided to give this a go and very glad that we did! Leading off, Joe and Jasmine were quite a dynamic duo of a waiter and waitress that took great care of us. We ordered Fistful of Dollars and Lavender Collins for drinks to start. An afterthought was me wishing I would have asked for a lava salted rim to go with the Fistful of Dollars and I will order this next time! We then ordered skewers to start things off and went with the Spiedini (Chicken) and Funghi Trombetta...both were quite incredible and very flavorful! My gf loved the Trombetta and I loved the chicken! We then ordered the Tagliatelle Alla Norcina for our main dish and we were nothing short of impressed! It was amazing and a nice share size for a date night that leaves one with room for dessert! It was a fantastic pasta with a very flavorful cream sauce, sausage and mushroom! Topped with some Parmesan cheese! We then closed out with the Easter Special that was the Eataly Colomba, which was well worth it! Light and very flavorful with a nice crème topping (can be substituted with chocolate if you so please!) What an overall experience this was and with the decor and vibes, well worth the money spent for an Italian restaurant. We will definitely be back again before the end of the year! 10/10 recommend this place and the cost is standard for an Italian restaurant! read more

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The service was outstanding, we were seated outside and it was a nice sunny day. We ordered the skewers and bolognese pasta. But the real star of the show here is the pomodoro and the sourdough bread. Great place for drinks and catching up. I recommend the marigold spritz for something refreshing and delicious. My husband got the Mayan Bliss and was pleasantly surprised. We ended our meal with the gelato! Not heavy at all like ice cream and perfect to share with one more person. It's your average meal, in terms of value we were hoping for more flavor. read more

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Everyone was so nice; I met four employees total and everyone was just very professional and kind. They even sent me in a place where I wasn't in a sunbeam. The only reason this place gets four stars instead of five is because of the quality versus cost. The main dish made sense for being expensive because it was such high-quality. I got a happy hour "salad" & I'm glad it wasn't even full price because I ate it in three bites. I could've eaten it in two it was so small, but I tried to stretch it into three bites. Even when the server brought it out to me, I commented on how small it was. The beet appetizer with goat cheese, honey, and pecans was lovely. It was perfectly cooked and soft. The place has a very nature feel to it with all the plants and the color scheme. Being able to look into where they cook on the wood fire stove was pretty cool. read more

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Terra offers a dining space with indoor and outdoor seating. The interior design is modern and inviting, though some of the tables are placed close together, so you end up sitting near other customers. Parking is convenient with a garage nearby, but you will need to go up to P4 to access the restaurant. You can also park outside of Eataly, which may be easier during peak hours. We started with focaccia barese, which was a great appetizer. The exterior of the bread had a nice flaky texture, while the inside was soft and airy. The patata fritta were also enjoyable, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a texture and flavor similar to potato wedges. The broccolini was cooked nicely, though flavor wise it tasted like standard broccolini without anything distinctive. Customer service was phenomenal. Our server and the entire staff were attentive, quick, observant, and friendly, which elevated the overall experience! read more

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I've been wanting to try this place for a while, so I was excited to finally dine here. Unfortunately, I was pretty disappointed with the food overall. The ambiance and service helped make up for it, but the dishes weren't up to par with the price point. Pane Otto - 2/5 The sourdough bread wasn't very impressive, but the butter was creamy and good. Prosciutto San Daniele PDO, Mozzarella e Olive - 2/5 The prosciutto lacked flavor, but the mozzarella was good. Grilled Abruzzese Skewers (Beef & Chicken) - 3/5 The beef was better than the chicken. The portion of the meats seemed small. We ordered 12 pieces, and it felt like a tease. Tagliatelle alla Norcina - 3/5 The portion was smaller than expected, and the pasta was slightly undercooked. Flavor was ok. Tonnarelli all'Astice - 3/5 Again, the portion size was smaller than expected, but my son enjoyed this. The lobster meat was small. You're just paying for the presentation at this point. Wagyu alla Griglia - 4/5 This was the highlight of the meal. The meat was tender, and the potatoes were crispy and flavorful. Maxi Ravioli di Spinach - 4/5 This was also good and was on their Valentine's menu, though the portion size was still on the smaller side. Our server was quick and attentive, and the ambiance and decor is pretty. I don't think I'd return specifically for the food, but J would consider coming back for drinks to enjoy the atmosphere and terrace. read more

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(Valley Fair) Food: Pane Otto- Sourdough 3/10- the worst bread I've ever had in a restaurant. It was incredibly hard to bite because of how hard it was. It hurts just to bite it. Giving this 3 not a 0 because the butter was good. Spiedo Di Pollo (6/10)- chicken was bland. The skewer had a lot of seasoning from your point of view but had no flavor. Should have asked for ketchup. Salad was fresh but lacked dressing. Tagliatelle Alla Norcina (6/10) - this pasta also lacked flavor and the pasta does not taste fresh. Feels like you are eating plain pasta with ingredients that does enhance the flavor. It is filling though Patate Eataly (8/10) the only great dish. Potatoes were cooked well. Not hard like a rock like the sourdough. Sauce was flavorful and tasty Ambience: I would only go back here for the ambience because it was beautiful. Sad that the food was bland. I don't mind paying for the price of the food if it was cooked well Service: great service. Our server was very kind which is the only reason why I didn't grade lower than a 3 star. He did his best despite the restaurant being incredibly busy because it was Valentine's Day Price: the food is not worth the price. I get that it was busy because it was Valentine's Day, but it's not an excuse when the price is expensive. Parking: plenty of parking spot around the mall. read more

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Great ambiance, but underwhelming value. The food (sourdough and pasta) tasted excellent, but the portions were too small for the price point. Service was slow and inattentive even during a quiet lunch hour. Between the long wait and the uncomfortable seating, the "patio vibe" wasn't enough to warrant a recommendation. read more

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Came here for dinner and overall had a good meal. We split some appetizers, including -wagyu skewers - really good but tiny -broccolini - so flavorful! -sourdough - nothing special -burrata - not my favorite I also got an apricot cocktail, but it tasted like juice and really wasn't that great. I'd pass on cocktails from here. For my meal I had the chicken and been skewers. They were cooked perfectly, but definitely relied on the salt for flavor. I also tried some of the pasta which was good! Overall a solid restaurant, and the service was great. Just a bit pricey for what it is. read more

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The service was nice, our waiter was very helpful and friendly, the ambiance very nice. The food though, can't remember what pasta I ordered but it was not great, it tastes like my mom's fideo soup. My friend order a ribeye steak and side of potatoes. It was good but not worth the $85. Neither was my pasta for $35. read more

Terra - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Came here for lunch as walk in. It's so pretty and green inside with plenty of light. Felt like I was sitting in a green house. We ordered the focaccia bread which was soo good. We also ordered two pastas pappardelle cacio e Pepe e funghi and Tagliatelle alla Norcina. Both were delicious, can tell it is fresh pasta. Food was kind of expensive though for just pasta dishes read more

Terra - PAPPARDELLE CACIO E PEPE E FUNGHI, Tagliatelle alla Norcina - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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The four of us were hungry, and I wanted to try someplace different. I discovered Terra on Yelp and realized it was one of the restaurants located in Eataly. We had a bit of trouble finding it at Valley Fair. I had never been to Eataly before and thought it was just one large restaurant! It turned out to be a really cool space that includes a wine bar, a pizza and pasta restaurant, Terra, and a grocery store. Terra is undoubtedly the most beautiful restaurant in Eataly, featuring hanging plants and unique gardening tool decor. We decided to order several dishes to share so we could sample a variety of items from the menu. BARBIETOLA - delicious roasted beets, goat cheese with pecans, citrus dressing, and Urban Truffle Honey. CALAMARO ALLA GRIGLIA - tasty grilled squid with tomatoes, capers, and marjoram. ARROSTICIN: We ordered twelve delectable skewers. They only have three kinds of skewers - chicken, beef, and lamb, but the server said we could only have two, so we ordered 6 of the chicken and 6 of the lamb. Tender and favorful! SPAGHETTI AL POMODORO: Since they make housemade pasta, we had to order this dish! It was great, but I'd order a different pasta dish next time. TERRA: A mouthwatering ball of chocolate and salted pistachio covered Bavarian cream. Too bad it wasn't ice cream inside, but it was scrumptious nonetheless. The service was excellent, and our server was very friendly. I would love to come back here again! read more

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Rooftop Italian Done Right in the South Bay I had been to Eataly before--Chicago and Manhattan--so when I found myself back in the Bay Area for a work opening, I knew exactly where I wanted to gather friends and celebrate being "home" again: Terra by Eataly, tucked inside the beautiful and very busy Westfield Valley Fair mall. First things first--this place is a destination. The mall itself is huge, but don't let that intimidate you. Follow the signs, head to the dedicated parking level, and there are even traffic directors to help guide you. Once you get inside, it's like stepping into a foodie playground. Multiple floors, a gorgeous market, food stalls, wine, pastries--it's a feast for the eyes before you even sit down. Now, onto Terra. We made a reservation through OpenTable and came in ready to do what food people do best--settle in, order thoughtfully, and enjoy the experience. We started with wine (of course), and a shared appetizer--something light to get us going while we caught up and laughed about old stories. For the main event, we ordered one of the big "for the table" meat platters--you know the one, under the Per La Tavola section--the hearty, protein-forward option. It arrived sizzling, generous, and perfectly cooked medium rare, just the way we like it. There was plenty to share, and it felt like the kind of dish that encourages conversation and lingering at the table. But the real showstopper for me was the pappardelle with mushrooms. Oh my goodness. Creamy, rich, earthy, and comforting in all the right ways. The kind of pasta that makes you pause mid-bite and look at your friends like, "Okay, this is the one." If you're a mushroom lover, do not skip it. We wrapped things up by sharing the tiramisu--Tiramisù della Nonna--and yes, the price initially made us raise an eyebrow. But when that plate hit the table, we all laughed. The portion was enormous, beautifully made, and absolutely worth sharing. Classic, indulgent, and the perfect ending to a memorable meal. We even saw the gelato cart rolling around, and I'll be honest--it looked dangerous. We were already happily full and knew better than to push our luck. What I appreciated most about Terra was the intentionality. The food was well executed, the service was polished, and the atmosphere struck that balance between lively and relaxed. You could tell the team knew what they were doing, and as someone who works in a customer-facing industry, that kind of consistency does not go unnoticed. Bottom line: Eataly--and Terra in particular--delivers. It's a place to gather friends, share dishes, slow down, and enjoy the moment. Stay curious about food. Eat your way through the world. There are a lot of good things waiting for you. read more

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Didn't get to take any pictures of the actual food but it was very delicious, we really enjoyed our dining here. We got appetizer of Patata Frita , and sourdough bread ( butter is delicious here) For main dish two Italian lunches for 29$ each plus 6$ for a plate upgrade (2 side salads and two pasta bowls and hubby got the A5 wagyu beef skewers (tiny) but delicious! It was a nice rainy day and the rain sounds sooo beautiful on the roof it's definitely very ASMR ! We really enjoyed our time and plan to come back Service was very nice and welcoming. read more

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We visited for my wife's 30th birthday celebration, and before being seated I had informed the staff about the occasion. The ambiance of the restaurant was great, and the cleanliness was impressive as well. The overall atmosphere definitely set the right mood for a special evening. However, the service unfortunately did not match the experience we were expecting, especially for a place known for authentic Italian cuisine. We had questions regarding one of the dishes because we wanted to make sure it was not on the sweeter side. Since sugar was not listed as an ingredient, I specifically asked the server about it before ordering. We were told it was "pretty good" and would not be sweet, so we decided to order it. Unfortunately, the dish turned out to be sweet, and we had to send it back. When I reminded the server that I had specifically asked beforehand, the response was simply, "Oh, I'm not sure about the sweetness," which was disappointing. After that interaction, we felt ignored for about 15-20 minutes. We even had to ask another staff member just to have someone come take our order. It was frustrating because guests who arrived after us were already receiving their food and service while we were still waiting. Eventually, we received our main course -- the grilled chicken -- which was decent. Since we were dining with a small baby, the long waits made the experience even more difficult. At the end, we waited another 20-30 minutes for the complimentary gelato that is typically offered. I actually had to remind the server about it, which felt a little embarrassing during a birthday celebration. After mentioning it again, they finally brought out two gelatos. Overall, the restaurant has a beautiful ambiance and good cleanliness standards, but the service lacked attentiveness and consistency. For a special occasion and for the price point, we expected a much smoother and more thoughtful dining experience. read more

Terra - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Ambiance: Nice Terrence environment that played a really nice atmosphere for a lunch / brunch Service: super friendly. Unfortunately one of the pasta dishes was undercooked. However the server and staff were incredibly friendly Food: the flavor was solid. Really enjoyed the cacio e pepe and trumpet mushrooms. However some of the dishes like the caveteli just was too bland and felt like there was no flavor. Also, the undercooked pasta did no favors as well. read more

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The food was amazing! I came for Thanksgiving dinner and to celebrate my Dad's birthday, and it was SO busy. The Wagyu was unbelievably tender, and the potatoes had that perfect crispy bite. I also tried the white truffle pasta and it was rich, creamy, and such a treat for my first time having white truffle :) read more

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I've been to Terra a couple of times now, and this place is really hit or miss. You'd think that since it's located inside Eataly, the Italian food and pasta would be amazing--but honestly, it's very mediocre, very expensive, and the pasta portions are tiny. The pasta dish I got (the one in the picture) was around $35, and for that portion size, it was pretty disappointing. It was just OK--lacked flavor and didn't have much meat. Now, their ribeye steak, on the other hand, was excellent. Very tender, great flavor, cooked perfectly, and a good portion size for the price. It's honestly so good that it beats some Bay Area steakhouses, which is kind of sad. We also ordered the sourdough bread appetizer, which was great--the bread was warm, the butter was soft and creamy, and the sea salt on the side was a really nice touch. The potatoes that came with the steak were also really good--kind of like countryside potatoes but more on the fried side, with a great crisp and simple salt-and-pepper seasoning. The ambience here is amazing. Lots of plants, rooftop setting, very romantic vibes. Service is excellent--they check in often and make sure everything is good. At the end of the day, this place really falls short on portion sizes and pricing when it comes to the pasta. It's just not worth it. But any of the grilled meats I've tried--like their chicken or the meat platter--are very solid and worth the price. So overall: go here for anything from the grill, but don't come here for the pasta. It's not worth it. read more

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I took my wife and our daughter here today for Mother's Day. Huge fans of Eatly and have somehow never been here. We were excited but left disappointed. Server was great but clearly over tabled and not sectioned off. This is not a reflection on him. Cesar salad was bland at best, lettuce tasted unclean. Bread was delicious as were drinks. Wife's lobster pasta was watery My chicken had a huge black hair in it... I also waited nearly 20min past my wife's dish arriving for mine to arrive. Not what I expected from fine dining and very disappointed that for my wife's first Mother's Day, this was the experience. The manager did take care of the chicken from the bill, but I felt it necessary to share this experience. I hope this was an off day and not the norm for Terra. read more

Located in Eataly, San Jose at Valley Fair. You can dine inside or outside on the balcony. Reservations are highly recommended as this place gets packed. The appetizer with the chimichurri sauce was excellent, as was the burrata dish. They do offer a gluten free pasta, bonus points to them, but I think for this type of restaurant, if you are GF, you are better off just getting something that is naturally gluten free, stay away from the GF pasta. I honestly haven't had a GF pasta anywhere that has the same texture and taste as regular pasta. Get the appetizer dish for your entree. I forget what it was called but I included a picture of it. read more

This review is only regarding their service and cocktails. Service needs some help, no one came to get our orders for over 20 minutes and we felt a bit neglected. We were seated at the L couch by the bar. That being said, when we finally got our drinks they were delicious and well crafted -- I thoroughly enjoyed my Marigold Spritz and my coworkers enjoyed their drinks too. No one ended up checking on us throughout our visit, and we had to hunt someone down to get our check. Maybe just a bad night. I'll still come back and try the food & give them another shot. read more

Terra - Marigold Spritz - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Been here a few times. Couple times at the bar and a couple times in the dining area. The dining service is great. Food is good. The bar are man I would love to say it's an easy stop for a drink, but the service here is lacking. Attentiveness need some help. We order a drink and finish it in a timely manner but we have to wait an abnormally long time to see if you want something else. It's is a first come seating at the bar and outside. You wonder if they're paying attention as we usually have to flag someone down. Hopefully they improve to stay in this very competitive market. They do have a great location read more

Terra - Need some cleaning in the bar storage above seats - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Had an absolutely fabulous experience with Vanessa and Tony last night, they were extremely nice and made our dinner extra special. Ordered the crudo again because it's mouth watering! My sister in law ordered the squid ink pasta. Will go back to see Tony and Vanessa again! read more

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I love the ambiance and drinks here, but the food was definitely disappointing. As for the ambiance, I love the trendy casual and earthy aesthetic, and the bright, open patio. The restaurant is busy, lively and has a fun energy on a Friday night. As for drinks, I ordered a Sauvignon Blanc and then Pinot Grigio. They were both a little more floral than I prefer (generally like French or NZ Sauv Blanc and very acidic wines), but I thought both still had good flavor profiles and were refreshing on a hot day. For the food, my boyfriend and I ordered the Fornello Pugliese to share, which includes skirt steak, homemade sourdough bread, spicy sausage, chicken thighs and bombettes filled with mortadella and cheese grilled over open fire. Unfortunately, the steak and chicken thighs were dry and the spicy sausage wasn't very flavorful (or spicy). The bombettes weren't for us, either -- the texture of the mortadella and cheese made it look and feel like uncooked meat inside, even though mortadella is a cooked cured meat. If it weren't for the wine and ambiance, I probably wouldn't come back for the food; however, I like the other two things enough that I'd be interested in coming back to try something new. read more

Terra - Fornello Pugliese - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Went for date night, Monday night around 7pm, and were seated right away. Terra is the rooftop restaurant of Eataly, located in Westfield mall. It has its own rooftop parking lot, first 2 hours are free. The restaurant is beautifully decorated. Vines wrap around the place, lit by delicate fairy lights, very romantic vibe. The patio is adorned with tropical plants, cushy benches, and space heaters. The waiter explained the menu and was able to answer my dietary questions. My vegetarian friends! Thankfully the menu clearly marks vegan & vegetarian options. There are 6 veg/vegan antipasti-- we chose the focaccia and the burrata. The focaccia, served with high quality EVOO and flaky salt, was excellent with crunchy crust and fluffy interior. The burrata I fiund a bit confusing-- the cheese and squash were lukewarm but the radicchio was cold-- I felt I could not tell if it was trying to be a salad or a warm appetizer. It was different. My husband tried the pork skewer, which comes as 2 skewers-- he found it heavy and decadent-- probably better to share with someone. We shared the papparadelle cacio e pepe e funghi (warning it does have animal enzymes in the cheese and has a smoky flavor-- and therefore not marked as vegetarian. I found it delicious-- delicate homemade spinach pasta coated in smoked cheese paired with meaty oyster mushrooms. We also got the kabocha squash (perfectly cooked and with crispy pumpkin seeds and sage), and broccolini (yum!). Dinner was special! Would definitely return for an occasion. read more

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First off, I'd like to start by saying how nice the ambiance of the restaurant and bar is. We came here on a sunny day and the weather was beautiful. The bar itself looks nice and has a good variety of cocktails. We received amazing service from one of the bartenders, who seemed friendly and eager to help. When we told him it was my cousins birthday, he gave us pastries to enjoy (see below). The drinks he made were also nice to sip on, though they could have been stronger ;) However, we left to put our names down on the waitlist for a different restaurant nearby and when we came back we got a different bartender who did not seem to be happy we were there. When we asked him what kind of tequila he had, he slapped the menu open, pointed at the tequila, said "tequila" and then walked away. My cousin and I looked at each other because we caught the vibe that he didn't want us there. Anyways, we ended up ordering some drinks and quickly leaving because the energy quickly went south. It's crazy how the ambiance of a place can change when the energy changes! I would still come back here again, but only if our first bartender serves us! Because this place is pretty nice and a cool place to spend some time, either before or after shopping or something. read more

Terra - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Our server Octavio was amazing! He made the entire experience so much fun and memorable. His recommendations were absolutely on point, and everything we tried was delicious. Beyond that, his humor and positive energy made the night even better. He was attentive, friendly, and genuinely made us feel welcomed. We'll definitely be coming back and hope to have Octavio as our server again! read more

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Final thoughts: 4.73/5 This place has been on my list of places that I have been wanting to go to for the longest time now and I finally got to go on a lunch date with my girlies. Definitely a solid 5 star. Along with my company, the food was amazing, service was very nice, and vibes were just right. Food: Tagliatelle Alla Norcina: 4.7/5 Per our waiter, this dish has more of a white sauce. Their pastas are amazing and definitely what they are known for. This dish has a housemade tagliatelle with sausage for the protein, porcini mushroom ragu, with black truffle butter and agriform parmigiano reggiano. The pasta is cooked to perfection. Very nice al dente; there's some bite to it, but it has that perfect chew. There's just enough sauce to cover the pasta, but it's not pooling at the bottom. Consistency was also very creamy, but was very light. The umami flavor from the truffle butter and mushroom ragu really come out nicely in the dish. None of the flavors are overpowering, but they balance out very well. Minced sausage is added throughout the dish and well incorporated into the dish. The presentation was amazing with the garnish of parmigiano. Arrosticini: 4.5/5 This dish was grilled lamb Abruzzese skewers paired with grilled house made rustic bread, and espelette pepper, lemon, and sea salt for seasoning on the side. Not my favorite item, but amazing nonetheless. The meat on the skewer was quite thin and that might have contributed to the meats being more on the dry side. Something I appreciate is that the seasoning is placed on the side in a pile on the board, so that we are able to control how much seasoning is added to the meat. The bread is thin and my thought was that it is going to be hard, but it was actually more crispy than hard. Very nice addition to the board. It contributes well with the texture and flavor. Tiramisu Pancakes: 4.8/5 My favorite of the three items that I tried today. The pancake is very soft and fluffy. I did feel like the texture of the pancake was slightly dry and perhaps a bit more overcooked than I would like it. Mini Fruit Tartlette (Birthday Dessert): This was a complimentary dessert that they provide for your birthday. Very cute and nice gesture. They melt a candle onto the plate as well and light it up. The tart is very small, but it's the perfect bite-sized dessert. Very fruity and refreshing. Menu: Side note about their menus. Apparently, their menus do change quite often. Something I did want to try was the squid ink pasta, but this item was removed from their menu during the time that we went. Perhaps they do rotate items in and out, so you can always ask them to see if there is an item that you previously see and want to try. -------- Quality: Made in-house Their quality appears to be amazing. The pastas are made in-house and they definitely do not disappoint. Something about freshly made pasta is amazing. Each component of the dishes seems very thought out and they contribute nicely together. Price: $$$ This is definitely what you would consider fine dining. The prices lean more on the expensive side, but their quality is something that I would pay for. Price range will really vary depending on what you get, but the price was around $50 to $70 per person today. We did get some drinks too, so that contributes to the total amount. Again, their quality was amazing though and this is a place that I would enjoy coming to again. Service: Some of the best that I've seen Their waiters and waitresses are so super sweet. Something very different is that the restaurant manager or supervisor would come out and greet all of the customers there at the time. While this can be considered a simple or small gesture, I really appreciate this gesture because it shows you care. My friends have been here multiple times and this is something that he does each time, which is amazing. They even mentioned that he will check on you, see where you food is, and even deliver the food to your table for you. Truly this good customer service. Ambiance: Fine dining vibes Rooftop brunch place is what this place is also known for because the seating is literally outside on the balcony of Eataly. The weather was just right on the day we went. The sun wasn't beaming outside, the weather was cool, and the vibes were chefs kiss. It really does give the feels of a fine dining meal. Location/Parking: Valley Fair on a Balcony This place is located at Valley Fair. The restaurant itself is on the balcony of Eataly. I got lost trying to find this place because it's "inside" of Eataly on the third floor. Once you locate Eataly, you go up the escalator or elevator, it will be on the third floor where the outdoors balcony is. There are signs, but not the most obvious place for me. There are multiple parking spaces here. Unfortunate that you only get 2 hours of free parking now, but I digress. read more

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The wait for no reservation around 4:30 pm on a Sunday was 25-30 minutes but we were able to leave a name and number and walk around the mall. The two of us ordered 3 appetizers/skewers and they were all exceptional in taste! The appetizer portions are on the smaller side so maybe order several for a big group or consider it a tasting. The grilled abruzzese skewers (we chose lamb and the smaller amount of 6 skewers) were tender and flavorful even without the salt and pepper on the side. The amount of meat on each skewer is probably a little less than an ounce. The wagyu carpaccio was tasty especially with the dots of smoked aioli. The lemon dressing and pieces of arugula really add an extra dimension of flavor. We'll have to try this dish at other places. The bombette (stuffed pork shoulder) was so juicy too! Comes as 4 meatballs (2 on each skewer) and the inside has the consistency of raw meat, which caught me off-guard, but it doesn't taste nor look undercooked. I think it's the mortadella. Very savory and I loved how some parts of the surface had a thin crisp while other parts were soft. We'll probably return to try a steak or some other meats! read more

Terra - Arrosticini - grilled abruzzese skewers - Italian Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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