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    4.6 (166 reviews)
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    Trying out this place!
    B D.

    Tried the mixed platter and it absolutely delivered. Every bite felt intentional and balanced. The meats were perfectly grilled--juicy, flavorful, and with just the right char. The shrimp stood out, tender and well-seasoned, while the beef and chicken were equally satisfying. Paired with warm, soft pita, the hummus and tzatziki elevated everything--creamy, fresh, and full of flavor without overpowering the dish. The sides complemented the platter beautifully, especially the rice and grilled vegetables, adding texture and variety. You can tell there's real attention to quality and execution here. The ambiance sealed the experience. Cozy lighting, clean design, and a relaxed outdoor patio created a vibe that's perfect for a date or a chill night out. Service felt smooth and welcoming without being intrusive. Overall, everything just clicked--food, atmosphere, and experience. This is the kind of spot you come back to, not just for the meal, but for the full vibe.

    Shella P.

    Stopped by after our dinner at nearby restaurant. Cute decor and bar was loaded with classy bottles. I tried the Nevee Say Never which was easy to drink. Bartender was friendly. Definitely coming back to try out their food next time!

    Good burgers!
    Stephanie L.

    Came by for an early dinner and was really impressed with the quality of the food. The Caesar was well dressed, the burger perfectly medium with a hint of the grill and the waffle fries perfectly seasoned. The spaghetti arrabbiata was done to perfection - just the right amount of spice and nice al dente chew. Will return if in the neighborhood!

    Kanika K.

    The Manti and wings were average. Service and servers were very attentive and nice. Ambiance is nice too. Their mule is made nicely Hookah is $35 for upto 3 flavors

    Becky V.

    Modern and elegant decor, nice ambiance for some photos. Really like the gold chairs and the set up. You enter and first there's a bar if you just want a drink, go further in and there are dining tables, further in is another room for hookah. Def a club vibe with the upbeat music, a place to party Hookah gets popular after 9pm. Into the late hours Friendly and kind staff Food- -mix platter for 2 people: a good medley of chicken, Shrimp, lamb, baba ghanoush, Taziki sauce, super thin pita. I like the variety to choose from and try it all -Mara's ice cream: very interesting, it's shaped as an oval piece and very creamy, thick texture, good to share for two people -baba ghanoush eggplant dip comes with plenty of small pita triangle pieces. I love a good dip to start the meal Great addition to this area!

    Manti
    Jason X.

    Wife and I had a good time here! It's the closest I want to get to clubby vibes as I age: loud-ish rhythmic music, other guests all dressed up, an entertaining couple fighting outside, it was a fun dinner! The food was good (but not amazing and a tad slow), good presentation, and service was very kind. I would be open to coming back.

    Manti
    Andrea Y.

    Ambiance is on point. Came to try out and gives off clubbing vibes (especially when u don't go out anymore) I would come back and try other dishes.

    Fettuccini Alfredo, Manti
    Jonathan C.

    Tried ordering delivery online via their website, but it didn't work. Called in and they didn't know why that was the case so switched to takeout. Baba ghanoush: Nice overall flavors and comes with a side of pita Fettucine with chicken: Very disappointing. The chicken was dry and the sauce lacked much flavor. Would not recommend. Margarita pizza: They must have messed up, because we got just a cheese pizza, which isn't even on the menu. Chicken Pesto pizza: Nothing special. Manti: Missing flavor. Overall, I was quite disappointed with the overall flavor profile. Perhaps it would taste better dine-in, but I can't recommend it for take-out.

    menu, june 2025
    Sally Z.

    Society was honestly such a laid-back spot to unwind. Good energy, smooth playlists and a super chill atmosphere. I didn't partake in the hookah but I would come back here if I was looking for hookah options, though it was on the pricier side than other lounges I've been to. How perfect that the food was equally great! The authentic flavors really stood out to me, you can tell that fresh ingredients were used! We tried the fried chicken slider, brussel sprouts, wild mushroom pizza, and manti (turkish dumplings). 10/10 for all of them! The waffle cut fries in particular that came with the sliders were so crispy. Brussel sprouts was amazing and also very crispy, drizzled with the right amount of parm. I was very intrigued by the turkish dumplings and it was delicious; the yogurt sauce paired so well with them. There was only a handful of customers at the time we ordered our food so it wasn't busy but the pizza and dumplings did take quite a bit of time to come out. I'm assuming this might be due to them being made-to-order to ensure freshness/flavor but we did get hungry waiting. Aside from this, we had a very positive experience and the place was just a good overall feel.

    Hope D.

    I came on a Tuesday after dinner for drinks and hookah last minute. I've always seen the cute LED sign and aesthetic on Yelp, and it's the exact same inside. They even have a blanket on the back of the chair in case you're cold. The staff are all so friendly and helped make it real homey. Their hookah was pretty good, we had a premixed one from the menu. Their strawberry lemon drops were fantastic, I easily took down 4.

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    Fanuaea L.

    I enjoyed a girl's night dinner with a friend, and both the atmosphere and the cuisine were excellent. Our service was timely and attentive, and the host was exceedingly kind and pleasant. To start, I had a salad and tzatziki with pita bread, which was tasty and substantial. We were halfway full when our dinner arrived. My friend had the beef dish, and I ordered the fish piccata, all of which were delicious and well cooked. They do provide hookah, but we don't partake but for those that do should know thats available. The whole restaurant is so nice. I would definitely come again.

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    Ashley K.

    Tonight was truly a night to remember. Our server Onur, as well as his peers tended to us from start to finish. This level of hospitality is unmatched and most of all, genuine. Our party of 4 ordered pizza, hummus, salad, wings, cocktails and of course, hookah! The best hookah I've ever had. The food was served fast, hot and fresh. Cheers to the bartender for perfectly crafted cocktails and spirits. The weather was perfect for an Al fresco style dinner and we took advantage of it. The Heat lamps were on and blankets were draped on our chairs. This place is a gem and I cannot wait to return.

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    Taylor W.

    Came here for a farewell dinner and loved the vibes. We sat in the back because the group wanted to use the hookah. I didn't try any of the food but the dishes that the group ordered looked very good. My lychee martini was strong, which I loved. Our server was hilarious and made for a very fun night.

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    Food was amazing! Service was excellent. And the ambiance was perfect. Went for an early dinner with the misses and it was amazing.

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    Pasha Mediterranean & Hookah Lounge

    Pasha Mediterranean & Hookah Lounge

    3.8
    (1k reviews)
    10.2 mi
    $$

    Seven months ago: I wanted to try the Nomadic Kitchen, but…read morethey'd close before I got there. Next choice was Pasha, with a covered patio & hookah lounge, as well as a large open space inside. The lemonade cost $7, which I wasn't willing to pay unless it was at least 20 oz. Iced tea isn't listed on the menu, so I asked. Made of freshly brewed real tea the day, it was quite welcome. The tea was served in a cut/molded glass pineapple shaped glass. Truly practical: good grip, less likely to slip. Uncommon, but attractive. I ordered the salmon wrapped in lavash bread, minus onions & mayo. I asked for hummus bi tahini instead. There was lettuce, cucumber, & unripe tomatoes (It's tomato season, folks, but most restaurant produce suppliers just sell for bulk, not necessarily peak/in season. That's a different, more costly supplier) inside the wrap, the char-grilled salmon just right. I'd say that even if I had eaten earlier. The salad was marinated (I think) red cabbage over lettuce, cukes, & pale tomato. The whole meal--no dessert--was really tasty and welcome. The staff was pleasant, the food was true to its eastern Mediterranean roots. While ostensibly Turkish, there were Armenian and Greek elements (erm, both done wrong by the Turks). I did get a top-off offer for my iced tea, which I happily accepted. My meal was just over $20, including tax. I'm going back next time I have a medical appointment at the Redwood City Stanford Clinics--or a special trip to Sigona's (after I e. As Kaiser offices & hospital are nearby, KP members can enjoy a pleasant meal at Pasha as well. Here, I hope, are photos of the iced tea glass, and the ceiling of the ladies' room. 5/22/26 Meal photo taken after I started to eat, in order to enjoy the fish while hot. Grilled salmon had a sauce to add to the lovely flavor, but was slightly overdone for my taste/ uniform pink, as opposed to darker pink center, which if reheated, will not be too dry. In spite of using red onion instead of the whites of green onions, the tabbouleh was just right. The red onion dice didn't bite, as un- or slightly cooked onions do to me. The tomatoes were ripe, too. I have to take most of the tabbouleh and pita, and half the salmon home: portions bigger than stomach. Happy tum!

    We drove 2 hours excited to finally try this place, but unfortunately the experience with the staff…read morecompletely changed our minds. There was a lot of miscommunication between employees, one staff member told us one thing, then another employee came over and told us the opposite. It honestly felt unorganized and confusing, and when we tried to clarify, the interactions came across as rude rather than helpful. Before coming, we had already noticed the reviews were pretty mixed, with a lot of people praising the food but also many mentioning issues with the service. Sadly, after our experience, we can understand why. Customer service really sets the tone for the whole experience, and unfortunately the staff interaction alone was enough for us to decide to leave instead of staying to dine in. We genuinely wanted to give this place a fair chance since we drove so far for it, but the overall experience just didn't make us feel welcomed.

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    The Sandwich Spot

    The Sandwich Spot

    4.4
    (1.3k reviews)
    10.0 mi
    $$

    First time here, and this sandwich definitely hit the spot! I ordered the #2, and let me tell…read moreyou--I've got a big mouth, and that sandwich was still off the chain. The flavor was outstanding, and every bite was worth it. I really enjoyed the patio seating too. It was a beautiful day, and as a bonus, there was a comedy show going on while I was there, which made the whole experience even better. Great food, great atmosphere, and a fun vibe. Yes, I'll definitely be coming back!

    I should have listened to the other reviews. Honestly I just couldn't sit here and try to like the…read moresandwich. I came in today and ordered two sandwich combos. The rwc baller which is a meatball sandwich and the farmers market with turkey. For $50 dollars the quality was just not there. I don't mind spending money on food but when it's not good for the price I just have to speak up. My fries got cold waiting for my sandwich even tho the timer they handed me was ringing. But I was fine with that. When I got my sandwich the marinara was hot and the cheese too but the meatball it self was still cold to touch. That's when I asked for a refund. I only took one bite so I didn't think it was a big deal. But the lady making the sandwiches started smirking as if she got offended that I was asking for a refund. The cashier was also upset that I was telling them exactly how I felt with my sandwich and overall experience. Then the owner comes and takes a picture of me for what ever reason and tells me to just forget about it and he will give me my refund. I got my refund but he kept trying to have the last word in. Saying I'm those type of people. Not sure what "people" he is talking about. But like I told him, I don't mind spending money on food but if the quality is not there then it's not my fault. Because honestly for 50 bucks I could have gone to the woodside delicatessen or togos and got a way better sandwich. It just seemed like they were trying to make it like I was the problem. When all I asked was for a better sandwich. The farmers market looked like a plain old simple sandwich. Nothing to make it worth the money it cost. All I can say is that if you're looking for a sandwich this place might not fill your satisfaction. I guess I was expecting more for what I paid for. The owner was rude but I'm not going to get into that because it's irrelevant. I'm just here to talk about the quality of the food. It's not worth your hard earned money. It's downtown redwood city so you would expect a decent meal. There are so many restaurants around here, that I regret I spent my time and money here. They refunded me the money for one combo which was nice of them but they didn't want to refund the other combo even tho only one bite was taken from the sandwich. We left all the food on the table including the sodas. I know the owner will respond and say otherwise but it's ok I'll be glad to respond back. I just cant pay 50 bucks for two Simple sandwiches that show they were made with no love. You have to be drunk or high to enjoy this food. Or maybe it's just the food i ordered. Not sure but I just know that this place is just a simple sandwich spot. Nothing fancy or great about it. They have a hookah time outside which is nice but that doesn't mask the quality of the food for me. If you know about food like I do you'll feel the same way I do. I won't be coming back but maybe it's different for everyone. This is just my opinion about the quality. If the owner doesn't agree he can respond back and I'll be glad to put more insight on this visit. I would have given this place two stars but the owner made things worse. So overall it's a nice looking place but don't expect a bomb sandwich or a fair price. It's just an over priced sandwich spot in downtown Redwood City. I came here once a few years back and it was decent which is why I came back this time. But I guess times have changed according to the owner so I guess the quality and service changed as well. And you responded saying you have video of my visit. Please upload it so everyone can see I was never out of pocket. I never raised my voice or used any curse words. I was just saying what I felt and your staff took offense to it. You took a picture of me even tho I never took out my phone. Not sure what was the purpose of that. Like I said, I'm just being honest about my experience and you did not make it better. You kept telling me to not speak about it no more, but you were the only one to try to have the last word in and also speaking to your other customers about it even though I was already getting ready to leave. So please don't make it seem like I was being an issue or a problem. I simply didn't have a good experience with the quality of the food. Like I said sir, please upload the video. Stop calling me "miserable". I have done nothing but gave my two cents. You're taking this too far. You're just upset that I pointed out the obvious.

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    The Sandwich Spot offers a hot Turkey Bacon Cheddar Cheese combo with Panic Sauce for a spicy kick. Order online for a delicious meal.
    The Sandwich Spot offers a hot Turkey Bacon Cheddar Cheese combo with Panic Sauce for a spicy kick. Order online for a delicious meal.
    Try the Jail Bird Sandwich at The Sandwich Spot -Marinated Chicken, Cranberry,Bomb Sauce, and Pepper Jack Cheese for a delicious experience

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    Try the Jail Bird Sandwich at The Sandwich Spot -Marinated Chicken, Cranberry,Bomb Sauce, and Pepper Jack Cheese for a delicious experience
    Waterfront Pizza

    Waterfront Pizza

    3.5
    (1.4k reviews)
    5.9 mi
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    Stopped by for lunch and had one of the best beef kebabs I've had in a long time. The meat was…read moreincredibly tender, flavorful, and perfectly grilled with just the right amount of char. Every bite was juicy and well-seasoned, and the sides complemented the meal nicely. What really made the experience special was the seating right next to the water. The view was beautiful, especially on sunny days, with a relaxing breeze and peaceful atmosphere that made it easy to sit back and enjoy the meal. Between the delicious food and the waterfront setting, this was a memorable dining experience. Highly recommend the beef kebab if you visit, and definitely try to grab a table by the water if you can!

    Had lunch today at Waterfront Pizza located at an open air strip shopping center in Foster City. A…read morefriend and I had seen its favorable review on Check Please. We submitted our order to the owner/cashier around 2 o'clock. The restaurant has a pleasant outside area next to a calming Bay tributary so we chose to sit under one of the umbrella tables next to the water. As we placed our order upon arrival (2 o'clock) with the cashier/owner, we were told that the dessert, Kunafa, would take some time to prepare. Since this was a favorably reviewed dessert shown on Check Please, we were excited to try it. Once we sat down, the dolma appetizers and shawarmas arrived but our lemonade and ice tea were missing. We had nothing to drink with our appetizer and main course after waiting for twenty minutes so we asked the cashier to send out our beverages. They finally arrivred although we had finished our lunch except for the dessert. Although the restaurant was not busy since it was around 2:45, we noticed that the all male wait staff were sitting outside next to us. None of them seemed motivated to clear out plates or to bring the dessert. Finally, after waiting another ten minutes (3 o'clock), we went to the cashier and asked him to prepare our dessert for takeout. He did so and we took the dessert upon leaving. Observation: the all male wait staff had no one, including the restaurant's owner, coordinating their work as they sat at a nearby table shooting the breeze. This was an epic fail of the restaurant. I only thought that the wait staff were his relatives so he was afraid to motivate them to work Didn't know this for sure but also didn't understand why the owner allowed such lack of service. I would emphasize that a lunch in Foster City costing $82, without alcohol, seems a bit over-rated given the uncoordinated service. We should have not had to resort for our dessert to turn into a takeout order. We will not return to this restaurant but hope the owner changes the restaurant's mediocre service to allow it to survive. I would like to think that it was just a bad day for restaurant but really feel like this was a standard one. If the owner continues to let the patients run the asylum, mediocrity will continue to flourish... no matter how good the food seems. Good luck and goodbye...

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    Lava Lounge and Grill

    Lava Lounge and Grill

    4.5
    (56 reviews)
    9.8 mi

    I came for food. Food is good! Tried the grilled kofta kebab plate which came with hummus and salad…read moreand yellow rice. I appreciate that It's a good size plate! The meat was flavorful and delightful. Chicken wings were crunchy and yummy with a sweet glaze. Baba ganoush dip came with lots of pita. You can get a mix plate which had a variety of meats if you want to try it all, good choice! There are two sides of the venue, left is superrrr casual for eating and has some nice murals. The right side is a party vibe super decorated for those who want to hookah. is soo pretty with the purple red lights, wow! 3% charge for credit card or you can choose to pay in cash instead.

    Came here twice, service was just as bad both times. QR codes on the table led me to order a beer…read more Guy comes later and tells me he's out of that specific kind.. now I pay for a different style, sure whatever. They also ran out of a soda, and a hookah flavor.. this is where I lost it. He offered a different soda, and just randomly brought out a hookah flavor we didn't ask for. I understand, maybe they just ran out of everything. We order a refill on hookah, mind you you have to pay first, then wait for them to actually look at the orders. Waited 20 min, asked server to check.. he proceeds to bring everyone walking in their hookah. We wait another 20 min , nothing. Second visit, hot tea takes over an hour to arrive. All whilst reminding servers we ordered different things. Attention to customers is horrible. Wasted time and money here. Food was surprisingly the best part. Spicy chicken shawarma is great.

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