Great service, waiter had high energy. Outdoor ambiance is cute. Went for a late Father's Day dinner. We got the platter to try a bunch of things but out of the platter I DEFINITELY recommend the lamb chops and the truffle fries. Would go again, it was good quality food and fun. read more

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Hamachi capacio was in a pool of sauce. Way too much trufle. Really bad. Corn was good. Lobster special was rubbery. Disappointing. Pork chop was good, but sauce way too sweet. Side of scalloped potatoes had raw potatoes. Sent it back. Two cocktails were good. Overall so disappointed. Expectations were super high and it just didnt hit. read more

The Hero Ranch Kitchen - Pork chop - American Near Me - Saratoga, California

We came here to celebrate my son's 7th birthday. We had a lovely time, especially our server, Jasmin was great. Great attention to detail, and asked questions that helped make our dinner special. The food was good, especially the beet salad for me really stood out. I love beet salads and the ones with no frill, so I asked to take the cheese and dill out. I heard the other salads were as great so am excited to come the next time! But the no corkage fee and really fair pricing on their wine is really appreciated and almost unimaginable. The bday boy loved his entree of butter noodles and ordered it twice. He also finished a side of chicken tenders. He thought they were so good and saved one piece for his sleeping sister (the next day she asked for seconds!) Ambiance is suitable for a date night and the fancy Saratoga downtown. But I didn't feel too out of place with two kids either. Overall, great experience! read more

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My first time here tonight. What an amazing place. The service was great, the ambiance was great (wonderful outdoor area). I was blown away by the food and presentation. TOP NOTCH. I had the sea bass, the others had ENORMOUS burgers, ribs, PORK CHOP (wow). It's definitely a higher end price point but you can see why. read more

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We came here for our anniversary dinner and the staff were so sweet, they brought us over a Happy Anniversary card and dessert. We got the heirloom tomato appetizer and a bottle of wine. The bottle of wine was reasonably priced for a restaurant and we saw they didn't have corkage on bottles. The steak was cooked to perfection and we finished everything. We tried both the scalloped potatoes and mashed potatoes. At the end they brought us over a dessert which was a scoop of ice cream and caramel corn on top. The restaurant was packed on a Friday night but sitting outside didn't feel loud or busy. Would definitely return! read more

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I took my partner out for our anniversary to Hero Ranch Kitchen and made reservations with OpenTable with a note about it being our special day. The restaurant had a nice visual ambience, but also felt casual as there was a lot of chatter, which isn't a bad thing depending on what you're looking for. Our waiter was especially friendly and helped us decide what to order. I really wish I could remember his name, as I'm posting this a bit late, but he was a huge reason why we had a great experience! Here's a quick rating on the food itself: Stuffed mushrooms (3.5/5): This was recommended by the waiter as a favorite among patrons. The mushrooms weren't bad or anything, but for some reason, it gave me combination pizza vibes that I wasn't expecting. It was good, but I wouldn't go out of my way to order it again personally. Bone-in ribeye (5/5): an amazing cut that was cooked perfectly. Exactly what you would expect from a good steakhouse. The compound butter was fantastic! Bone-in apricot glazed pork chop (3.5/5): this one may hit different for different folks. The pork was perfectly cooked and juicy, but the apricot glaze was definitely a little too sweet for our palettes. If you're looking for something more savory, I might try something else. But hey, sweet might be your thing too! Caramel popcorn sundae (4.5/5): we got this one complimentary for being our special day, which was a really nice surprise! And it was a full serving! This one was obviously sweet, but surprisingly more subdued than it sounds, which was really nice! Overall, it was truly a memorable night with great food. And though some things didn't quite work for our palettes, I can totally see that it may for others--so that didn't impact my ratings because they were still good--just not for us. That said, the care that we received on our anniversary was what truly made me land on a 5/5 rating. Definitely coming back for future special occasions! read more

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Our new go to fave! It's just on another level. Also our waiter Timmy tonight was the absolute BEST. All the food was spectacular and the service was top notch. Chefs kiss all around. read more

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The ambiance feels upscale but still comfortable. Service was excellent from start to finish and the tomahawk steak was cooked perfectly with tons of flavor. Great place for a nice dinner or special occasion. read more

The Hero Ranch Kitchen - American Near Me - Saratoga, California

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Tried Hero Ranch Kitchen for my husband's birthday last Tuesday night. We found street parking about a block away and reported to the outside stand for our 7 pm reservation. The hostess was very friendly and showed us to our table. We had a table inside, which was an intimate upscale casual area with a bar. We ordered the stuffed mushrooms for a starter. It was so hard to pick one because everything on the menu sounds so good. Alas, I have a small appetite. The mushrooms were very tasty and a nice start to our meal. For entrees, we had the halibut and prime filet with a side of broccolini. Everything was cooked perfectly and was delicious. Drinks are on the pricey side- I had a Hero Old Fashioned and the Taylor Made, $20 each. They were nicely crafted, so worth the price. They brought out a Carmel Popcorn Sundae for my husband's birthday and even gave him a birthday card which I thought was a nice touch. Service was slow and steady. We had ample time to enjoy our food without feeling rushed, but never felt like our server forgot about us. We spent about 2 hours for dinner. Probably not a place to go if you're in a hurry. I'm eager to return and try some more of the starters. It's the kind of place I'd love to take out of town guests - high quality fine dining in a casual and relaxed environment. read more

The food, service, and ambience are top-notch recommend We tried the branzino and the Harris Ranch filet both were perfect. The wedge salad and the lamb chops were so good, and for dessert, we tried their bread pudding; so yummy read more

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This is one of my very favorite new American restaurants! Ever since going I've told countless people about it and will definitely be returning. Loved this restaurant because everything was done to perfection and had multiple homemade parts. We tried the pork chops with the homemade tzatziki and that was fantastic!! Would 10/10 order again. Another huge hit was the bacon cornbread bites. Something you really can't recreate at home better than this and highly recommend. We also got the Braised Short Rib Pappardelle. We ate every bite and it was delicious, but if I were to go again I might swap this out for something else. Lastly, if you're there when they have their seasonal peach salad, that was a must get for me. The fried goat cheese on top was truly divine. The service was exceptional. We had a fabulous, very attentive and kind waitress. The ambiance was nice. We were seated out on the patio and it was charming and cozy, quiet enough for it to still feel like a romantic date night. I will for sure be back. Love the experience we got here from start to finish. read more

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Food was nicely seasoned and presented. Service was great, the indoor dining was fully booked the day we came in. You can tell that this place is beloved the neighborhood. The ambiance is nice and you can have a nice walk after your meal. Ordered a lot of food because we wanted to try everything, and ALL turned out well prepared and seasoned. Enjoyed the butter on the steak and all this side dishes, particularly, the first sushi and hamachi. The old Fashion was also mixed to my liking. Overall great restaurant. Book reservation early, they often get very very full. read more

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Came here on a weekday evening and it was fairly crowded. The setting inside is super nice and there's indoor and outdoor seating. I got the veggie papardelle. I really like the noodle shape but the sauce was kind of lacking in flavor. Not sure if I'd get again or try something else. The service is amazing here and our server was great. read more

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Stopped by Hero Ranch Kitchen for my dad's retirement dinner! Pleasantly surprised with the experience. Four of us ordered: grilled octopus $24 beet salad $18 fork and knife caesar $16 ranch platter $275 butter cake $16 The Ranch platter included a 38 oz tomahawk, 4 Australian lamb chops, 2 lobster tails, truffle fries, grilled asparagus, and onion rings. Brianna was our server and she did a great job taking care of us...ultimately pushing this to a 5 star experience! Grilled octopus was definitely a big winner! I'm not sure if the ranch platter was necessarily worth it for the quantity of food, but definitely a great platter of food for a good photo op. Street parking only. Parking can definitely be difficult during peak hours. I ended up parking behind Florentine's. read more

The service was impeccable. They had a great wine list. Highly recommend the Flowers Pinot Noir. The highlight of a dish was the chicken sliders. I didn't think I would like them, but I really enjoyed the sauce. I got the salmon and while it was good, I think it was lacking something. The goat cheese was on top and it was fried. The patio was not as romantic as I was hoping. My date and I both had to use the restroom. The drawback is that because it's outside and only 2, I feel like we spent most of the time waiting in line. I think for a restaurant of this nature they need full restrooms. I would probably be back but only off peak, or maybe just pop into the bar. read more

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Came here first a girls night dinner and we enjoyed the night. From the drinks to our entrees. This is a fancy spot so it is pricey. But once in a while it's ok to spend for a good night out. We ended up with steak and it was perfectly cooked. Can't wait to go back for more steak. Can't remember which cocktails we got so you know from that it was a good night . read more

HRK is one of my most favorite local restaurants, I love coming here myself and also introducing it to friends. The vibe is casual but thoughtfully done; not disappointing for a romantic dinner or special occasion but also impossible to feel underdressed in. Our server was great: funny, checked in often, and had excellent suggestions. I've always enjoyed the drinks at HRK but this time I was blown away! I ordered the Tropical Like its Hot and I loved the perfect amount of heat in it and the passion fruit flavor. Friends ordered 4 other drinks that I tried and I would've happily had their choices as well! I'm picky about cocktails and I couldn't believe that I enjoyed enjoyed every one that I tried! We had the truffle fries and lamp chops as appetizers. The lamb chops were mouth watering and memorable, absolutely cooked to perfection. I wish the truffle fries had more truffle flavor but I know that's not everyone's preference. For entrees, thee of us split the halibut and the risotto with scallops (basically we asked to add scallops to the risotto). Both plates were perfection. The scallops were perfectly cooked (as always), the halibut was tender and flavorful, and the risotto had nuances in every bite that I savored. Lastly, we split the Carmel popcorn sundae and butter cake for dessert. I am very much not a butter cake person yet I think this is such a special end to a meal; you start enjoying it by scent alone the second the plate hits the table! The caramel sundae was also very nice, good flavor and textures. So happy to have HRK as a local incredible restaurant; it's such a special place! read more

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Spontaneously came here for dinner and it was delicious. I started with the tomato salad and it was so fresh and flavorful. The burrata was creamy and the crostini was the perfect vehicle for it all. The street corn was perfectly tangy, sweet, and spicy. Love that the corn is fresh off the cob. I also ordered a side of onion rings with the poblano aioli and they were great together. My partner enjoyed his non-vegetarian dishes. The bloomade (a tea cocktail was very light and refreshing). Service was excellent. Richard was helpful and attentive. The patio is very comfortable. They have plastic screens and heaters. Plenty of vegetarian options and pet-friendly. We'll be back! read more

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Haven't had a dinner this great in a LONG time which was a shocker because I've had nothing but bad experiences at their sister restaurant next door. My friend came to hero ranch a month ago and loved it so much she decided to have her birthday dinner there. Our experience was nothing short of amazing. We were seated outside right on time for our reservation. The patio was cute and inviting. Immediately we got fantastic service from both our waitress and the support staff. We started with the octopus, sushi bites and burrata. The sushi bites came with 3 but we added two more. We all loved them. The octopus was cooked perfectly and the salad pairing was great. The burrata was nothing to write home about since it's a simple dish but still yummy. For my entree I had the sea bass. It was SO good. The portion was great and I loved the white sauce they put on there. My friends got the porkchop (maybe the best porkchop I've ever had?) the rigatoni, and the filet. For the table we got Brussels and truffle fries. There was nothing that we didn't love. For dessert they gave us a complimentary butter cake and popcorn ice cream. Super unique and delicious. Overall I LOVED hero ranch. It is a little on the pricier side but it is meant to be a nice restaurant and I can appreciate that they actually have good sized portions. I can't wait to come back. read more

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All of the food was delicious! Our waitress forgot our appetizers but she ended up gifting us a dessert in the end! We ended up sitting outside and the weather was perfect. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Maybe it. Was just a bad day for our server but the food was just mediocre. No bread served that was weird for a steak house and no blinded drinks! I think restaurants that do not serve blinded drinks need to because everyone like a margarita or strawberry dakuri read more

I had such a great evening here, our reservation was at 7:30pm; we arrived about 20 mins early were pleasantly surprised that our table was ready. We order the Crab Cakes & Stuffed Mushrooms, both were great especially the crab cakes. For our entrees I ordered the Harris Prime Filet & would definitely recommend! To finish we shared the Caramel Popcorn Sundae, everything was delicious & this space had a beautiful atmosphere read more

Came here for a weeknight dinner and was pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. We sat indoor as it was raining a bit (they have an outdoor area that would be quite nice in the summer). Ordered an appetizer, a salad, and a fish entree for both of us and all of them were quite delicious. The server was attentive and recommended us some dishes (we ordered the fish and dessert he recommended). For Bay Area, this restaurant is actually quite reasonably priced., Will definitely come back again to try other dishes (maybe the tomahawk steak when we have a larger party). read more

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We've been going to The Hero Ranch Kitchen for quite some time now, and we try to visit at least once a month, if not twice. The staff are incredibly kind, friendly, and professional, and they always go out of their way to take care of their customers. I can only think of wonderful things to say about the entire team. We've never felt rushed, and the food is impeccable. My favorite dishes -- and my daughter's -- are the pan‑seared salmon and the pan‑seared halibut. My partner loves the Black Angus burger and Mary's rosemary chicken. The stuffed mushrooms and the fried chicken with cornbread are our favorite shared plates, and the berry cobbler is our go‑to dessert. The ambiance is warm and inviting. We always dine outside, and the heat lamps, blankets, and cozy chairs make it perfect. This is truly our favorite restaurant, and we will continue to come often. read more

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Always a great meal! Special thanks to the staff for also making our doggo feel special on his parents' date night. We opted to do a lot of different shareable items. The octopus was cooked perfectly, the hamachi refreshing, and the star of the evening was the beef taco in the Thai taco trio. I found the dessert too sweet, but my husband inhaled it. The Aztec and the Taylor Made cocktails were amazing. Thanks, Richard, for the recommendation! read more

A great spot for date night! This place is bustling and can get busy, we opted to make a reservation in advance on OpenTable. Food: - Fried Cheese Curds: crispy and cheesy - what's not to love? - Stuffed Mushrooms: thought it was just okay overall - 16oz Bone-In Ribeye: the steak was cooked perfectly to the requested medium-rare. The ribeye had some chunks of fat that mix well with the meatier pieces. My boyfriend loved the ribeye. - Braised Short Rib Rigatoni: there was a decent amount of short rib in the pasta. The pasta was cooked well. Overall it was good. Service: Our waiter was great - super friendly and attentive despite it being a busy weeknight during dinner rush. The hostess outside however, she did not smile once and came off cold. When we walked up to her, she didn't even say hi or greet us. She definitely gave off the impression that she did not want to be there and was annoyed, which wasn't a great first impression when you get to the restaurant. Overall, we thought the food was a 4.5/5 and would go back! read more

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I had been wanting to dine here for the longest. I had heard so many great things about The Hero Ranch Kitchen and it did not disappoint. Our server Richard and the staff were excellent. The food from start to finish was superb. Wow, amazing. I tried octopus for the first time and it was so delicious. The outdoor dining was great, nice energy. The bathrooms were very clean. They made my birthday extra special. Thank you so much! read more

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We had an amazing first time at The Hero Ranch Kitchen in Saratoga, and brought along a friend who was visiting the Bay Area and my hubby and I relied on Yelp for local suggestions. We decided to try this place--and it absolutely did not disappoint. From the moment we walked in and checked in, to our superb server, Amanda, the experience was seamless. The restaurant was cozy and clean, and we were seated in a lovely inside corner by the window--making it comfortable and just right for our group. The food was "oh-la-la" delicious: we began with stuffed mushrooms and lamb appetizers, followed by a crisp wedge salad. For mains, we shared the bone-in ribeye and baby rack ribs among the three of us--so much flavor and so satisfying! We were too full for dessert, so I guess we'll simply have to return and save room next time (ha ha)! Overall, this was a memorable evening of great food, excellent service, and a wonderful time with friends. On our next visit and will definitely make sure to save room for dessert! read more

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Hero Ranch has been on our bucket list for a while, and we finally crossed it off the list. Let me tell you, it did not disappoint. We came on a quiet Sunday evening. There was parking on the street, restaurant was fairly quiet since our reservation was at 730pm. I highly recommend making a reservation. We were greeted and seated immediately. The staff even gave us an anniversary card which was great. We sat outside, there were heaters everywhere. Great start! For starters, we went with the lobster sliders. These are a MUST try. They normally come in 3's but they brought ours out in 4's because there was 2 of us. They were amazing! There was plenty of lobster chunks, it tasted so fresh and clean. The bun was nice and soft. I highly recommend trying these. We're coming back next time just to get them. For our main entrees, I went with the 16oz ribeye, medium rare. My fiancee went with the pork chop. The steak was cooked to perfection, very well seasoned and topped with butter. It was very tender and I enjoyed every single bite. It also came with asparagus, and a cheesy potato side. The potato was delicious. I couldn't have asked for a better dish. My fiancee's pork chop was nice and thick, well seasoned and was super tender. The apricot sauce was great. She really enjoyed her dish. We also tried the peach salad. I wasn't too big of a fan, but my fiancee absolutely loved it. She loved the big piece of friend goat cheese. She said it was very fresh, clean and had great flavor. She loves greens. :) For our dessert, we went with the butter cake, and the staff was nice enough to bring us the caramel popcorn with ice cream. The butter cake was to die for, light but still had a nice texture. I had every bite with a slice of strawberry and it was a great way to end the meal. I had a few scoops of ice cream of course. Delicious way to end a fantastic meal. We were both were impressed with the staff, especially Amanda, our waitress. She was very calm, very attentive, and checked up on us often. She provided us excellent service! Big shout out. Hero Ranch, 5/5! We will definitely be back very soon! read more

Loved the food and the experience here ....the food items were delicious and Tim was a great waiter who went above and beyond. Highly recommend it! read more

Stopped by Hero Ranch Kitchen on a Friday evening before heading to the Mountain Winery. We didn't have reservations and I was hoping we'd get seated since I arrived a few minutes before they opened. Thankfully we didn't have any issues getting in, but in the future I will make a reservation ahead of time. Our waitress was Jasmine who was so, so nice and friendly. We decided to split the ribs and order a couple of appetizers, lamb chops and green beans. I must say, the appetizers were amazing. The ribs were good but slightly overdone, making them a bit dry. I was not impressed with the onion rings that came with the ribs, but the coleslaw was good. Drinks were delicious. I got the Trop it like it's hot, which was tangy and spicy. I definitely recommend this place. It's got a great vibe and the staff is absolutely amazing. read more

We had such a delicious meal here tonight! Everything tasted great, but even better, the service was perfect. Very friendly and accommodating, as we were dining with two small children who weren't as excited to be there as we were. The server and entire staff were delightful and very accommodating. The ambiance was friendly and welcoming, with warming lamps outside making us very comfortable. I recommend a visit! read more

The Hero Ranch Kitchen - Halibut entree; delicious! - American Near Me - Saratoga, California

What an amazing experience we had here for my friend's birthday! The ambiance, the food and the service were top notch! Our server Amanda was amazing! I could tell from the moment she greeted us that she would be amazing and she was! Honestly, one of the best servers I've ever had! read more

I was craving steak and saw that this place had good reviews and had an available last minute reservation on a Friday night so I took the leap and booked it. It was a mistake. We arrived for our 7:30pm reservation at 7:25 and checked in with the hostess. She said that the table before us was still there and we would have to wait a bit, sure that's fine. About 10 minutes later, we see another group of 3 arrive and they were told they would be seated closer to 8pm (assuming that was their reservation time). At around 7:55, we still were not seated. Then, we see the group of 3 (same party size) that arrived 10 min after us, with a LATER reservation time than us, get seated first. Great start, it gets better. The hostess gives us 1 menu for 3 people, and says she'll be back with 2 more. She doesn't come back...... we ask another waiter for 2 more menus, we watch as she scrambles around, doesn't come back until 5 minutes later. Then literally 30 seconds after we were handed the other 2 menus, our actual waiter comes by and was like "are you ready to order?" I wish I was making this up. Our waiter, Tim, was overly friendly, like talked way too much to the point it was annoying. On to the food, we ordered 3 appetizers, the ahi tuna tower, the tempura green beans, and the crab cakes. All 3 were mid to be honest for the price point. Nothing really stood out that much, pretty much standard steakhouse fare. I also ordered the Taylor Made cocktail and it was way too sweet for my liking. There was a special for a jumbo lobster which my partner ordered. He loved it. My dad and I ordered the 7 oz prime filet at medium rare, and both were overcooked. My dad's was to the point it was medium well. Overall, not a good experience. The 2 fumbles in the beginning of our experience here were hard to recover from. I guess I had higher expectations for a restaurant that's rated so highly. read more

My buddy recommended this place, no corkage fee, hallelujah! Very reasonable prices for very good quality food. Ordered the grilled octopus starter, perfectly cooked and well seasoned. I ordered the ribeye and though it was a little thin and a bit more cooked then I asked for, it was tender and well seasoned. The potatoes were awesome too! Will be back read more

Great for our out of town guests, we got to experience the seasonal, farm to table menu of The Hero Ranch Kitchen. HRK is the perfect balance of comfort food, classics, and the unique twist on a traditional dish. In the winter, they have a covered, heated outdoor patio as well as an indoor dining room. Fair warning this time of year- they keep the dining room door open the entire time so the room can get quite cold. The staff is attentive and friendly, ready to give you a recommendation or time to peruse more over the menu. Because let me tell you, it will be difficult to pick just one entree. Or appetizer. We're so excited to go back just so we can try some of the other amazing things on the menu. Standouts definitely were the pan-seared scallops (the flavor combo over the four not-too-big, not-too-small scallops is devine), halibut, ribs (large and fall off the bone with the biggest onion rings you've ever seen), and the filet (impressively tender and perfectly cooked). To start, the two crab cakes and tempura green beans were both delicious. At the end they surprised our birthday guest with a sundae - two scoops of ice cream over caramel popcorn and mascarpone whipped cream. I'm not a fan of caramel popcorn and this was fantastic. Hidden gem of HRK- you can bring up to SIX bottles with no corkage, with each after six costing $25/bottle. Talk about another reason to come back! Regardless of corkage, our meal was fantastic; we cannot wait to come back to try all the other goodies. read more

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They had a 3 course special on Valentine's day. You prepay when booking (I don't know how much, my partner won't share!) They gave complimentary drinks when you walk in, which was really nice. We started off with the grilled octopus which was delicious. I loved the charred lemon, it brightened the dish in a mellow way. The octopus was chewy but not rubbery and nicely grilled. We also got the prime fillet as the entree. I requested the truffle butter on the side. The scalloped potatoes weren't my favorite. I thought they would be separated but it was layered like a lasagna. The cheese between the layers gave it a hard bite to it. For dessert, I got the flourless chocolate cake which was delicious, and the scoop of vanilla ice cream was the perfect compliment to the hot, very chocolatey dessert. Richard took care of us and he was efficient and chill. read more

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A very nice establishment , great atmosphere and decor . I went with a group of friends , and started w an old fashioned that was a little too watery to my taste . We shared a few dishes and the cheese curds (4/5) and the taco (4.1/5) appetizers were a good start . I then ordered the halibut which was a nice size dish but the fish was a little too dry (3.6/5). Ended w the bread pudding which was pretty good and rich (3.9/5). All together a nice dinner experience ! read more

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We had a very good experience. It was our first time there and we went based on a recommendation we received. I highly recommend making reservations as the restaurant is not large and it appears to fill up quickly. Service was very good. The drinks were tasty. The food was prepared perfectly. We sat outside and it was delightful. It was a beautiful day and there was a slight breeze which made the experience quite comfortable. read more

Beautiful restaurant with a cozy patio setup. The appetizers and drinks were great, but the main courses were a bit hit-or-miss and lacked seasoning. A solid middle-of-the-road experience. read more