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    3.6 (2.5k reviews)
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Maria J.

    I got the smash burger and it was juicy! Crispy mahi mahi tacos has mango salsa it was fresh. The clam chowder is very good too with a lot of clams on every bite or slurp?! The clamari is also very good and i love how it had fried bellpeppers in it. The view of the marina is a great cherry on top.

    Happy hour Menu 4-6pm
    Lola B.

    I first have to say this place EARNS 5 stars plus for the exceptional service from Tomawi and her manager Marquise Martin. Let's not forget the great service from Colt as well. These three make a great dream team dream team highlighting high performance and synergy. I first off want to apologize to them for the rudeness they had to face on Friday night. A group of women and a ma or two came to enjoy themselves and had the audacity to state in a rude and disrespectful manner, "DO YOU KNOW WHO I AM?" " I MAKE XXXX AMOUNT OF MONEY AND YOU WILL SERVE ME NOW" attitude. I had never seen this type of behavior in person. I've heard about it but never seen it. That night, I saw it. They felt the need to make a scene, demand to speak to a manager and demanded FASTER than FAST service before anyone else. It was upsetting. No servers deserve to be treated with such disrespect. These ladies were very disrespectful. I did snap a couple of pics of them. Beware!!!! Shewwww them off. They believe they are above everyone. Tomawi gave some great recommendations. We loved the fries, drinks and shrimp. It was my hubbys first time at Whiskey Reds. We request Orange Hill and have gone to the Burbank restaurant's owned by the same company. We definitely loved Tomawi. She was very quick, funny, sweet and thorough. Let's not forget again that Colt was just as awesome. He was busy serving others as well. Now... Marquise Martin..... He is a true leader. He went over and beyond and stepped up and stepped in to make sure his staff were well equipped and assisted during the crazy rush. He didn't just leave them to fail. Even when things were running smoothly, he continued to cheer them on and work as a team with them. This was amazing. I can count on one hand, how many Managers and Supervisors do this. It gave us a great feeling and made us want to come here more and more and spend our money here. This type of management makes restaurants great. The place itself is clean. Delicious food. Clean. Parking is a bit tricky. I got a ticket and it makes no sense why. It said not following posted fishing pictures. But there are no posted signs expect not to park with your rear first, which I didn't. Anywho.... We will be back. Thanks for the fun time and great service.

    No leftovers because the food was delicious I had to eat everything!
    Christina T.

    A beautiful water taxi ride from my home in Marina Del Rey. I love the outside eating area with a view. A great place for events and to experience water animals!

    Crab Cake Benedict
    Sharzad M.

    We were looking for a brunch spot close to water and found this place. It actually has a really nice view and a good amount of outdoor seating. We ordered the crab cake Benedict which was great. We also ordered the kids' smash burger which came with fries and juice. The only area of improvement was the service. Our server wasn't very friendly which took away from the experience a bit. Also for the kids' juice, we ordered apple but were given orange instead because apple wasn't available. It would have been better to be asked for an alternative rather than having it chosen for us especially since little kids can be picky about what they want.

    Alex K.

    I remember having brunch here a few times years ago when it used to be Shanghai Red. I can't even tell you the last time before it becoming Whiskey Red. I'm not sure if they're affiliated or it's completely different. Anyhow, there's plenty of parking in the massive lot. Paid of course but the rates are quite affordable. Hourly or full day for 8.00. Quite reasonable for paid parking. It's along the Fisherman Village in the marina. The views are quite nice from the patio. Our group stopped by for a drink while waiting for the escape room nearby. It was just after 12 which it didn't seemed that busy. And it was a Sunday. We popped into the bar area which there was a lady that was working. She was quite sweet and the only one making the cocktails. There was a few of us so we knew that'll it'll take some time being only one person was behind the bar. It was fine, they had the game on for the boys. Well, then someone else came to help out. Let's just say they didn't seemed interested and a bit bothered by us. We ordered some fries to munch on with the cocktails but when they arrived it was slightly warm, basically cold. We asked if they could be replace for a hot batch which they did take back. When the new order came out, it wasn't just me but two other friends did sense the attitude from the other guy. It was somewhat of here's your fries straight out of his hand. Felt like he just threw it to us. Three of us all felt the vibe so it wasn't just me. I don't know if he was bothered by us or that we asked for another batch. Either way, the attitude was there which left a sour taste for us. This being the first time since the old name, it wasn't a memorable experience. I don't know if he was having a bad day or he didn't mean it but the tension was clearly there. Not a good way to start the day... The female bartender was sweet though.

    The most beautiful boy... a Blue Merle Australian Shepherd named Sunny
    Esther K.

    I appreciate that they have a separate entrance for dogs and their owners. Was a little odd though because I still needed to go inside to find someone to seat us. Food was great. No complaints about the quality or the price. Great ambiance. Our server brought me a small metal dog bowl for my dog Sunny so he could drink water. Sunny gives it a 5 out or 5 paws

    Cindy O.

    Let's start with parking. Located in Fisherman's Village. The lot is shated with all the other businesses. There is no longer staffed gates and instead Pay Stations. You need go to a Pay Station first, put your license number, select the length of time, and then pay. You get a ticket and then have to walk iit back to your car and dispay inside on your dash. Unfortunately, the Pay Stations aren't very visible. It was pouring down rain and glad I decided to drive around (vs walk) to find one! Parking price was very reasonable, $4 for 4 hours. Whiskey Red's is a popular venue for private events (weddings, meetings, etc.). It is located on the water with nice marina views. Staff was very nice and friendly, however, for the event today, not sure if they were understaffed or just issues getting food out of the kitchen. Our entrees came out about 20-25 minutes apart at the same table! They were serving dessert while some were still.being served their main dish! One person at our table never received her entree and finally told a server just to box one up to go! Two of us never received our desserts! This is a restaurant and I would expect with a private event, the food should be better than a hotelor country club banquet type of dining. Food was a big disapointment. Appetizers (egg rolls and coconut shrimp) reminded me of the frozen ones from Costco, definitely not house made! Salad was decent. Rolls were King's Hawaiian Rolls! Entrees were okay. I can't speak for the dessert as I never received one. I attend several private events each month (three this week). I definitely would not recommend this venue for a private event!

    Salmon burger with bacon added.
    Teresa A.

    I haven't been here in a while but a few years back I had the best salmon burger from here and I just came across the picture. This place changes their menu occasionally, they may not have the salmon burger anymore. Best happy hours in MDR, hands down. The patio view of the marina is a vibe in itself. Peaceful and romantic atmosphere with good service.

    Stella K.

    Lovely restaurant at the marina on a Sunday evening. We sat outside as we had our little dog with us for an early dinner. Intimate atmosphere next to a fire pit and very quiet. I had the cod - well done accompanied with wild rice and broccolini; my dinner partner had the steak with mashed potatoes. Both delicious and filling - portions were just right for dinner. We will certainly go back. We enjoyed the relaxing service and good food. Be advised of the opening hours - they may close earlier during winter time.

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    Ask the Community - Whiskey Red's

    Is the brunch buffet style?

    No it’s not buffet it’s à la carte off the menu.

    Can you have a wedding there of 80 people?

    You can, but the food is just blah

    Is there a buffet for private events?

    Yes! They have private rooms for private/corporate events and they provide a range of options for buffet. Call them and ask to speak to the event manger, she's great!

    What time so Sunday Brunch?

    10-2 or 3 I believe

    I understand there is a charge for parking on weekdays. Does that apply to those with disabled placards also?

    I'm pretty sure it does but if it's a public lott. it's free during the week but not on weekends

    Is Whiskey Red's dog friendly?

    Yes

    Do you have brunch on weekends?

    Yes! The Brunch is sat & sun

    Is there a dresscode, are shorts acceptable?

    Yes, the dress code is very casual. We wear shorts/t-shirts there all the time on the patio.

    Is there still have a buffet on Sunday?

    No we no longer have the buffet anymore ):

    Do you have to pay for parking?

    Yes. It is a paid lot that shares with other businesses with kiosks that you pay at when you arrive.

    Do they check for vaccine cards?

    No they did not in December 2021

    Visiting Marina de Rey from Christmas - January 1st. Is there a Happy Hour, can we sit outside for Happy Hour and can we make HH reservations for a group of 7? Thank you!!! :)?

    There's is not happy hour on the weekends. Patio sitting it's available. Call to make sure for reservations

    They used to have sunday buffet. I called to ask if they still did and was on hold for forever, so had to hang up. Does anyone know if they still do buffet ever?

    No they don't not yet but it was great

    Do you allow dogs on patio seating?

    Yes, it appears they do. I saw several dogs when I was there and there is a sign that says dogs must come in through the patio entrance (not through the restaurant).

    Can I reserve for a birthday dinner 8 guest?

    No, max number at any Restaurant at the moment is 6 due to CDC restrictions and any restaurant that violate the terms they could potentially get ticketed or shut down.

    So they have valet parking?

    Hello, We no longer have valet parking. Guests are to park in the public lot in front of the… 

    How much is the Sunday brunch buffet?

    About $50 with Bottomless Mimosas

    Do u have a la carte menu on Sunday's or just the buffet?

    No they don't. Only the buffet option.

    How much is Sunday Brunch as of Nov 2019?

    It's about $50 for each adult & $25 for a child . So worth it!

    Do they have brunch on Saturdays and if so is it bottomless mimosas?

    Yes.

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    Great White - Great white brekkie

    Great White

    4.1(1.6k reviews)
    1.9 mi•Venice
    •$$

    I met my friend for breakfast this morning at 8:30 am. Since it was so early, we were able to…read moregrab a four-top table on their patio, just outside of the open-air, stylishly beachy restaurant. We both ordered coffees, a latte and an Americano. She had the overnight oats bowl, which looked delicious and filing, and I had the avocado toast on sourdough. So fresh and good! The staff were very nice and friendly, and this is a great, laidback place to have breakfast. There is a large parking lot in front of the restaurant; paid parking only. I will come back and bring my boyfriend! Great location across the street from Venice Beach, too.

    ​We dropped by Great White to grab some drinks and quick bites to cool off from the LA heat. It is…read morea truly visually beautiful restaurant with a large outdoor area, gorgeous lighting, and large moving windows that make the space feel completely open. The staff are dressed in matching white t-shirts and pants, and the shirts say "All-Day Cafe." However, we walked in a little after 3:00 PM and found out we couldn't order smoothies (which end at 3:00) or breakfast items (which end much earlier at 11:00). For an "all-day cafe," that felt like a bit of a misrepresentation. ​Since it was very, very hot outside, I was disappointed that they were serving lukewarm water. Unfortunately, there was no vegan pizza on the menu, but our first waiter was very, very nice and friendly, and he had the kitchen accommodate us by omitting the cheese, substituting olive oil for chili oil, and adding spinach. The pizza turned out to be very thin, but yummy, and my party also enjoyed the ceviche. I had an iced coconut coffee that was absolutely delicious. ​After our first waiter ended his shift, our second waiter, Mike H., took over the table and never checked on us not even one single time after someone dropped off the food. When a small issue came up with one of the plates, he was just so nonchalant and dismissive, and Mike didn't add to the ambiance of the place at all. Fortunately, I believe it was a manager who then stepped in with a smile and addressed the issue, which was really nice. Aside from that unfortunate service experience, the food and drinks were tasty, but the misleading menu hours, lukewarm water on a hot day, and inattentive waiter definitely left room for improvement.

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    Superba Food + Bread Venice - FRIED BRUSSELS SPROUTS

    Superba Food + Bread Venice

    3.9(1.3k reviews)
    1.8 mi•Venice
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    Superba is a great bustling local eatery and coffee spot in the Venice area that I finally got an…read moreopportunity to try this location on the Westside. We didn't have a reservation during Sunday brunch, but fortunately, we only had to wait 10 minutes while enjoying a chai latte before a table opened up. Their claim to fame is that they bake their own breads and sweets. If you looking for a sugar rush, their cinnamon sticky bun was the bomb. I would definitely share the sticky bun or your blood sugar will go through the roof. Needless to say, the cream cheese frosting with orange zest was so good. I ordered the popular crispy chicken sandwich for lunch where the chicken breast was very crispy on the outside and juicy in the inside. The sandwich was also served with a slaw and jalapeno aioli. The french fries was an addition to the entire sandwich plate which made it a bit pricey. Service was good. Parking was limited in their small parking lot out front with street parking as another option. Prices were a bit on the high side overall but still relatively reasonable for the neighborhood.

    The Shrimp Avocado salad was good. My friend enjoyed the salmon. The food is always pretty good and…read morethe prices are on par for the area. It's a big open warehouse style dining room. They open the big glass doors for a lot of fresh air. It can get a little chilly when it's windy so bring a light jacket if you get cold easily. There's a tiny parking lot out front. Otherwise it's street parking. The service was okay. It was efficient, but definitely not overly friendly. It's a good place for a casual work meeting.

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    Beachside Restaurant and Bar - Froze and Berry Mule

    Beachside Restaurant and Bar

    3.8(1.4k reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    What a great brunch/lunch spot! The drinks were excellent, especially the Bloody Mary and the…read moreespresso smoothie. We shared the grilled Caesar salad with grilled chicken, which was fresh and flavorful. My salmon was cooked perfectly with crispy skin and a medium center, and the quinoa with sun-dried tomatoes was a delicious accompaniment. The beautiful weather made for an even more enjoyable meal, but what truly stood out was the exceptional service. A special shout-out to Jillian, who was outstanding. She was attentive, professional, and genuinely welcoming. The rest of the team reflected the same high standards, which speaks volumes about her leadership. Great food, great drinks, great service, and a great atmosphere. We look forward to returning.

    Today, July 4th is my anniversary. We wanted to take…read moreadvantage of living in Southern California, by getting out in the sun, plus we're going to see a movie close by. First let me say that Nahum, who helped us was excellent. The absolute perfect balance of checking on you but not overdoing it. If it weren't for Nahum, morning sun, and the breeze, I think we would have sent back our plates and left. Really. We didn't tell him there were any issues, because once the decision was made to stay, why ruin his holiday too? lol Ordered coffee. Dreadful. Ok, no big deal. The food came out and I could immediately SEE The Unappetizing . It's special when you can tell that your food is going to be bad before you take one bite. The French toast was Sahara dry, burned and flavorless. The chicken, was competing with it in the dry and flavorless category-- I really can't say which was worse. I don't really use hot sauce and I drowned the tenders in Cholula just to make it halfway edible. Literally we could have waited for the AMC chicken tenders and they would have been better, which is horrifying. Particularly when you try to avoid fried food in general and now you are poisoning your body for no good reason. Husband ordered a steak and eggs, medium well. I'll attach the picture and I'll let you be the judge of whether or not it was cooked properly. Eggs were not good either. Immediately, I gave hubby more than half my plate because he eats All of Everything that's put in front of him. Something would have to get up and walk off his plate for him to not eat it. He was taught not to waste food, period. The exception was steak so that he could take it home, cook it, and then eat it. This was possibly the worst meal I've ever had, and certainly on a special occasion. So many places we could have gone today that would have been a different experience, but it will never happen again. Know that they automatically add an18 percent tip and not just on parties of 6 or more.

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    Gjelina - Mushroom , Fontina , Truffl E Tremor Goat Cheese & Thyme Pizza

    Gjelina

    3.6(5.7k reviews)
    1.7 mi•Venice
    •$$$

    Holy crap this place is incredible, and when I say incredible I mean LIFE CHANGING. I still think…read moreabout this place after it's been weeks. You want a really nice date spot with some Michelin level foods? This is the place. THE TARTARE: Do NOT skip this appetizer. This item will set the tone for your experience. I dont know how they seasoned this but it is probably the best tartar I have ever eaten. Every bite was perfectly savory, tender, and juicy. Oh my god if I could go back just for this I would. Absolutely incredible. Every dish here has to be a food buster, I was seriously mind blown at the quality of the food and the affordability of it. I love this place and if I ever see it again in my travels im going right away. PLAN YOUR DATE NIGHT. This place has achieved baller status.

    After encountering far too many whole roasted cauliflowers that require awkward cutting at the…read moretable, I appreciated that Gjelina's wood-roasted cauliflower ($19) arrived already broken into bite-sized pieces. The flames caramelize the edges beautifully, giving the florets a smoky char while layers of garlic, chili, and vinegar keep the dish vibrant and addictive. If vegetables always tasted this good, convincing people to eat them would be far easier. The grilled squid ($22) also gets that char. The seafood is cooked perfectly so it stays tender while still getting a slight smokiness from the grill. Topped with a vibrant tapenade, beans, celery, red onion, and other vegetables, every bite feels fresh and lively. Still, the pizzas are hard to resist. The squash blossom pizza ($28) immediately caught my attention thanks to two personal favourites: delicate zucchini blossoms and burrata. The thin, blistered Neapolitan crust comes generously topped with baby zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and confit garlic, creating something creamy, fresh, and deeply satisfying all at once. Thankfully, the pizza was large enough to share because otherwise I may not have left any for my friend. Extra salt, dried oregano, and chili flakes arrive on the side for anyone wanting even more flavour. Honestly, I wish my trip had been longer just so I could return to try more of the menu. The gruyère and caramelized onion pizza and an anchovy-topped version all sounded interesting. Even on a Monday, Gjelina was packed through lunch service, with the back patio fully reserved. If you don't have a booking, it's worth arriving early or simply embracing the Venice lifestyle by heading to the beach first before returning for a later lunch. Some restaurants become famous because they're trendy. Gjelina feels different. It's the kind of place people keep returning to because the food genuinely delivers, even years after the hype began.

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    SoCal Vibes

    SoCal Vibes

    4.5(114 reviews)
    1.6 mi•Venice
    •$$

    SoCal Vibes Co. lives up to the name. Cool space, fast service, good drinks, and surprisingly solid…read morefood across the board. QUICK TAKE Get: Mexicali Quesadilla, fries, wrap, grilled chicken salad, drinks Skip: Nothing we had Know: Very casual, quick service, and a fun place to hang out rather than just grab food and leave. The first thing that stood out was the space itself. It has a really cool, laid-back SoCal feel and is the kind of place where you could easily hang out for a while. Service was also impressively quick and friendly. The food was better than I expected too. Mexicali Quesadilla: One of our favorites. Filling, flavorful and exactly the kind of thing that works well with a beer or cider. Fries: Really good and easy to share. Wrap: Fresh, satisfying and another solid choice if you want something a little lighter. Salad with Grilled Chicken: The produce tasted fresh and the chicken was nicely grilled. A good option if you want something healthier without feeling like you're settling. Drinks: Definitely part of the reason to come here. They make their own ciders and have a huge range of beers, meads and other drinks, including some pretty unusual flavors. There really wasn't anything we ordered that I would tell someone to avoid. Between the food, drinks, fast service and atmosphere, SoCal Vibes Co. is just an easy place to like.

    I am a big lover all cider and a few months back was delighted to discover a cider bar nearby! I…read moreinvited our beer drinking friends out to drink so that I, for once, could enjoy my preferred drink - cider - without being limited to the same limited options regular bars often have. I arrive with my husband and we grab a table waiting for the others to come. We both try the Limoncello spritz cider and get some food. My husband gets the burger and I order the breakfast wrap (with bacon) I believe it is called. First of all, loved the limoncello spritz cider. Would definitely order again. The food was also good. Second, we got 2 more ciders. My husband got the chocolate raspberry flavored one. I think called Sex Wax, and I got the Best Coast cider. The chocolate raspberry one wasn't our favorite, but I couldn't pick a favorite between the Best Coast and Limoncello one. I will definitely be back and have those again, and try others. We ended up being there for 4 hours so safe to say we had a grand ol' time!

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    Charcoal Venice

    Charcoal Venice

    4.0(855 reviews)
    1.2 mi•Venice
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    This was our first visit to Chef Josiah Citrin's Charcoal Venice, and it was a memorable dining…read moreexperience. The open fire design was comfortable with a nice energy. Frank, the Host was warm and welcoming. Jamie was an attentive and informative server. The wine and cocktail selections were very good. We were looking forward to trying the lamb ribs, and being old school, the splendid and delicious Choron sauce that accompanied the perfectly prepared Prime Filet ~ seared so nicely while being an excellent medium rare. The cabbage was a creative flavor bomb with the sumac yogurt. Your arugula, radicchio salad with fresh nectarines, pumpkin seeds and feta was scrumptious. The heirloom tomato salad with fresh figs which was refreshing and so good. For dessert, the chocolate peanut butter crunch cake was a treat. We look forward to returning for another great meal, and introducing our friends to Charcoal Venice.

    The question about charcoal isn't whether the food is good - it's whether or not it's worth the…read moreprice tag on the menu. I came here for my sister's birthday- we had a reservation. Half of our party was late due to them hitting traffic on the way over. Luckily, they still sat us and our party was able to join shortly after. When we were sat at our table, both my sister and I felt that the server was not really paying attention to our table, maybe due to half our party missing. After we were seated, it took approximately 10 minutes for her to come greet us and ask if we would like drinks. After we gave our drink order, we wanted to put in a few appetizers right after to get everything going but she walked away hastily so we could not. Now, for the food. We got a few items on the menu. The fries, calamari, bread and butter, carrots, broccolini, steak, fish, and pork chop. To me, the sides and appetizers far exceeded the steak, pork chop, and the fish. I was more interested in eating a $18 bowl of carrots than a $75 steak. I will say, I did enjoy the table vinegar and dipping foods in it to make the taste slightly more interesting. My dilemma lies here... was the food good? Yeah it tasted good... do I think the combination of the value of the food + the service was worth the $400 price tag slapped on at the end of the night? No, I don't think so I could see this place being worth a try maybe during their happy hour. I am happy I got a chance to try it, and while the food was decent, the question remains... Would I go back? Probably not Forgot to mention** - don't bother trying the playa Paloma mocktail. It has the price tag of $18 for some watered down grapefruit juice and soda water with lemon squeezed into it and a sugar rim. It's pretty but it was the least interesting mocktail I've ever tried in my life

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    Edgemar Restaurant + Lounge - Duck Boa Bun

    Edgemar Restaurant + Lounge

    4.3(219 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    •$$

    The customer service here really sold me. I'd probably give the food a 4.25, but the ambiance and…read morethe servers were truly so attentive and accommodating, this puts Edgemar above a lot of places. We came here for a birthday, plus they're in my red dining book, so I was hoping our little group would pick Edgemar, and thankfully they did! We started with the stracciatella and man, was that dish good. It was one of the two standouts. The bread is delectable and the cheese with the chili was absolutely divine. I actually think this was my very favorite dish. I will be back for this dish alone! We also shared the wontons, butter lettuce gem salad, and wonton spring rolls which were all very solid dishes. Next we had the salmon which was undoubtedly the other stand out dish. It was so good with the miso butter sauce! And the broccolini were cooked perfectly! We finished with the squid ink pasta. The shrimp on top was perfectly cooked and the pasta itself was the perfect texture with a great mouth feel. As mentioned earlier, everyone on the staff truly went above and beyond. We had an issue with our drinks, they made it right right away without any pushback. They made sure that the birthday girl felt extra special. And they even gave us a special treat at the end as well. The interior decorating is absolutely stunning. They've done a great job with furniture selection, and the wood throughout is impressive. I did have to swing around the block to look for parking, it you always have to do that in this part of Santa Monica.

    We had a reservation here for our 10th anniversary. A few days before our reservation, someone…read morereached out to let us know there would be loud music playing and it might not be the best environment for an anniversary dinner. We had been wanting to try this place for a while and couldn't move the date but music was completely fine with us. The music was actually great! It was a private event indoors so we sat outside on the patio. Unfortunately, the food was only ok and the service was not ideal. No one acknowledged our anniversary, throughout the entire evening even though it was in the open table reservation notes. The shrimp and chicken dumplings were amazing. The Hamachi sashimi was very fatty and there was a few pieces we couldn't eat. The fried chicken sandwich was OK although it tasted very simple for $26. At the end of the dinner we got the bill with a 2.5% service fee + 20% auto gratuity for "event". I normally tip this much but I found so I don't mind that it was automatically included, but it was odd we paid an auto 20% gratuity for an event we were not a part of - we weren't even seated inside where the private event was taking place. Unfortunately, the three stars comes down to the fact that even though it was our 10th anniversary, there was no acknowledgment of the special day and the food was sub-par.

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