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    Yard House

    3.8 (164 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Becky G.

    2nd time here and it was just as great as I remembered! Chris provided excellent service, the food was tasty, and the Cali Creamin' brew is still my favorite. I didn't take any photos of my food but I had the fish and chips and they were good portions and I upgraded to truffle fried. Pretty delish! Looking forward to my next visit!

    Randall B.

    They weree very busy just at opening. They, like the Cheescake Factory got hit with graduation celebrations. Unlikw the CF the Yard House made us feel welcome. CF was a disaster of customer service as there was none. We did have to wait a few minutes for another server to come on and she was a blast. Great atmos. Super food and customer service that would be hard to beat. This is the place to be.

    Mabel B.

    Came here for Father's Day after walking around finding someplace to eat without having reservations. There was a big group in front of us once we entered but we were seated right away. Place was open and similar to the other Yard House locations. Service was good, friendly and fast considering it was a big day. We ordered the pretzel, queso dip, burger and one of their pasta dishes. Everything was just as expected and fed our appetites. The pink margarita was delicious and goes down like juice lol. Didn't get a chance to take pics of all our plates since we were all hungry. Solid place to grab a bite.

    Poke Nachos
    Norma D.

    I tried The new Yard House in East Lake. We were seated pretty quickly but it took a long time for our waitress to come to our table. Not sure if they want everyone to order from the little machine on the table. I personally like when they come by and bring water and take your order. To me it's much more personable. They weren't super busy so not sure what the protocol is. We stopped for a quick snack & a drink. The Poke Nachos & Lavender Lemon Drop. Both were delicious. Parking is great here and on this day we didn't have to wait to be seated. Otherwise it's super busy. They also have a good Happy Hour.

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    Anne C.

    Came here shortly after opening on a weekday, it was not busy at all throughout our time there. we were welcomed and seated right away. a decent size menu. We ordered the tower of onion rings, brussels sprouts, chicken nachos, and a cheddar bacon burger. the onion rings had a tasty beer batter coating, it was good but seemed to loose alot of the crunch rather quickly. the brussels sprouts were delicious! also with a lovely flavor and perfectly caramelized. chicken nachos were a generous portion with lots of toppings. and the burger was juicy, flavorful, and w a nice char. would love to come back during happy our to try more of their appetizers. it's a large restaurant, great for groups. comfortable atmosphere. lots of drinks on the menu to choose from. our staff was attentive and friendly.

    Mushroom pizza with roasted mushrooms in the background, paired with a whiskey + cheddar cheese burger, and crispy fries.
    Edrick G.

    Yard House continues to deliver where it counts -- massive draft selection, energetic atmosphere, and consistently well-executed elevated bar fare. We kicked things off with a beer flight (Honey Blonde, Belgian White, Golden Pilsner). Pours were fresh with proper head retention and served at ideal temperature -- a strong start. Paired it with the Poke Nachos (Poke Chips), which were layered thoughtfully rather than piled high. Crisp wonton chips held up under diced ahi, creamy sauce, scallions, cilantro, and a drizzle that added just enough richness without overwhelming the fish. Clean flavor, good texture contrast, and balanced acidity. The Mushroom Pizza delivered solid umami depth from roasted mushrooms over a nicely charred crust. Even cheese melt, structured base, and green onion brightness to cut through the richness. Crust had chew with crisp edges -- properly baked. The Whiskey Burger + Cheddar was the standout. Well-seared patty cooked to temp, sharp cheddar melted evenly, and a whiskey glaze that added controlled sweetness without masking the beef. The toasted brioche bun held together, glossy and lightly crisped. Fries were golden, crisp exterior with fluffy interior. Pickles on the side provided needed acidity. Service was attentive without hovering, and food timing was dialed in. High-volume operation with disciplined execution. Not flashy -- just consistent. Reliable 4.0.

    David H.

    Who doesn't like Yardhouse?! I will say that I've only been able to get a good seat when we go as soon as the open or anytime before 1pm. Anything time after that, good luck. Place gets so packed it's crazy. I have very little patience so if the wait is more than 15 minutes, I'll just go somewhere else. The food variety is great! There are so many options! So whatever you decide to get, I'm sure it will be great! The environment is the Yardhouse theme: yacht rock and beer. No one outmatches their beer selection, so I can't even write about that. Just come here with patience if you wanna come after 3pm and be ready to drink some beer.

    Classic Cheese burger
    sbwli

    So pretty much this is the burger that you expect at a place like this i ordered it meduim rare and let me tell you that john was meduim rare and dont g et me started on them french fries. Ik you use peanut oil.... i can tatse it . thank you cosmo for waiting us...good service. #yardingitupatthehouse yard house

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    Jonathan Z.

    A welcome addition to the Otay Ranch Mall food scene. Typically don't give chains a 5 but they're really doing a great job with the opening of this spot. Lots of food options, great happy hour deals. We've been here a few times and each time the bartenders are super friendly and the food comes out super quick. Love their HH chicken nachos, wings, and whiskey glazed salmon. Lots of Hazy IPAs to choose from and the vibe is always on point. Def enjoy the energy here over the Cheesecake Factory bar area. And a shoutout to Katie who did a phenomenal job taking care of us last night!

    Happy Hour Menú at Yard House new location at Otay Ranch in Chula Vista, CA
    Olga M.

    We really enjoyed the Happy Hour Menu at Yard House new location at Otay Ranch in Chula Vista, CA. The Yard House has great Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 3pm-6pm, 1/2 off on their appetizers, $2.00 off on Draft beers, wine, & cocktails etc. We enjoyed the following appetizers: *Poke Nachos 5/5 stars *Classic sliders 4.5/5 *Miguels Queso Dip 4.5/5 *Wisconsin Fried cheese curds 4/5 Beers: *House Hazy IPA 6.9% 5/5 stars * Stiegl Radler Grapefruit 2.5% Radler, Austria (chick drink love it!!) 5/5 stars Great spot to watch your favorite sports game. We had excellent customer service. Give this place a try! Happy Yelping :)

    Chicken Nachos
    Josh C.

    Saturday 1;30pm for NFL playoffs. Couple dudes at the bar. Busy and attentive staff. Plenty of beer selections, all available. Pints, pub glass, and half yards for sizes. We ordered sliders and chicken nachos. Skies were tasty but dry. Not mad at it with such large menu. Fries that come with sliders were deliciously salty and fresh. A couple thick sliced pickles compliment the dish. Chicken nachos are tasty. Spread out on large plate so every chip has a little sumthin sumthin. Scoops of sour cream and guacamole plopped in center.

    Where is the Lobstah?
    Mike J.

    We went here for my wife's birthday. We have been to the Yardhouse in Vegas many times. We arrive during a weekday around 530 and the place is backed. A line going out the door! We checked in online and said there was an hour wait. When we get there they said there is a 90 min wait but we should get in within 30 mins or so. We also check in at Cheesecake Factory just in case lol. Yard house texted us in 25 mins that are table was ready. We got a great table in the middle. Our server is MJ and he is very nice and energetic. My wife orders the Lobstah garlic noodleThe photo looked amazing. I ordered the Tennessee hot chicken sandwich. I also ordered the grand patron Margarita and she ordered Pina spritz mocktail. The wait wasn't too bad knowing the place was at capacity. Within 15 mins we had our food. The chicken sandwich was amazing. Probably one of the best ones I've ever had. It was both crispy on the outside and very tender and juicy on the inside. It had the right amount of heat to it as well. My wife's Lobstah garlic noodles was another. Story. Where was the Lobstah?! It was just noodles and shrimp with a couple small pieces of Lobstah that should have been thrown back in the ocean near Maine. I've seen similar complaints about the dish in other reviews. The noodles and shrimp were good but this coulda used a lot more Lobstah. We had the same dish last year for her birthday in Gaslamp and it was loaded with Lobstah and a bit cheaper. We took away 1 star fit that dish. She wished she ordered the Tenn hot chicken sandwich instead. The mocktail. Was excellent and had a great presentation for all you Instagram lovers. My Grand Margarita was excellent as well. Again MJ was awesome he brought out a birthday cake for my wife. Overall it was a great experience. The only issue was the Lobstah dish which was over $30 with just a couple small pieces. I included a stock photo of what it looks like on the menu for comparison. My sandwich was very reasonably priced at $16 and was amazing The atmosphere was amazing and we will be back for sure

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    Taura G.

    Met my good friend here for her birthday dinner. She recommended this new location and it was her birthday so yay! I got on their website and joined their "wait list" before arriving. I walked in about 5 mins prior to the "wait list" time and checked in with the hostess. She was friendly and happy to see me. The place was PACKED! There were about 20 people outside waiting for a table and another 15 inside with me waiting. I heard the hostesses telling new arrivers that the wait would be 45 min to 1 hour. I am so glad that I reserved a spot! We were seated within 5 mins of arriving by a hostess. Our server, Christian, was very customer service oriented. He gave us suggestions and he answered all of our questions when we asked for recommendations. Our server Christian checked on us occasionally and he was very good about showing us how to order on the table kiosk for self ordering. This is a wonderful device and feature! If we decide to add things to our order, we can just do or from the table. I ordered: Cobb Salad with Salmon added and my friend ordered the Honey Crusted Salmon Dinner. She ordered a couple of cocktails while we were there and they were delicious she said. I had the Melon Spicy Mocktail, which was DELICIOUS too! The dessert was a Brookie brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, and IT WAS SO DECADENT! The Birthday dessert was also the Brookie brownie with a candle and a nice HBD msg in cocoa powder on the plate. I had an excellent experience here. I normally do not come to chain restaurants but this visit at this nee location was definitely a game changer for me. Thanks!

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    Great happy hour, good selection of food, nice staff. Overall a positive experience. I plan on coming back.

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    They are always too busy... food is so so and everything is spicy !!!!! Wish they had better options. Drinks are too much ice .......

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    The Search Bar & Restaurant

    3.9
    (322 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    Kids ARE welcome! Fresh, fast food!…read more We frequented the search bar a few times over the past month. We stumbled in during happy hour on a Friday afternoon. There are great options for $10. The flavors of the food here are extremely good. We enjoy the dirty search sauce on everything. The dirty search wings are amazing as well. I recently had the Ursula fries which had tri tip & shrimp. My husband ordered the fish tacos which were also very good. We have also had it delivered and the burger and wings were exceptional as well. This is like a hidden gem in our community. Service is always exceptionally great. We have been served by sienna numerous times. Karla has also been a great host and Julian the bus person. There's nothing bad to say about this eatery and I hope that they stay in our community. The restaurant is spacious you're not crowded on top of each other. The restrooms were very clean as well.

    The hubby & joined some friends here for dinner. We've been wanting to try this place for the past…read morefew years...... Welp, we've tried them. We were greeted & seated right away. Our waitress was attentive and brought us waters as we waited for the rest of our party. We ordered a small pizza as an appetizer to share for the table. It was brought to us in a timely manner. Things then took an interesting turn.... We asked for parmesan cheese for the pizza. Luckily I checked it before we used it, because I had noticed it clumpy inside. It was bad & MOLDY!! We brought this up to our waitress (who was different now). She apologized & brought us fresh cheese. She felt bad about our experience and brought us each a complimentary Mexican candy shot. That was a nice gesture. What we ordered: * Supreme Pizza * Goliath Burger * Wings (Garlic Parmesan/ Honey BBQ) * The Cloud * Negroni Overall we enjoyed our time. However, there waa plenty room for improvement. Apparently the restaurant was hosting a watch party in the back room. Which caused them to be super under staffed. The employees weren't as attentive anymore. My husband had to go to the bar to ask for items that were missing.....Our waitress was apparently one of the bartenders too. And she had gotten slammed with drink orders from this event. This caused our main food items to come out a little late. Based on food temp you can tell our food was sitting for a little while. We're hoping this was an off day. We are willing to give them another try...... The food still had plenty of flavor.

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    Erlene's Family Style Cuisine

    Erlene's Family Style Cuisine

    4.9
    (51 reviews)
    3.9 mi

    We absolutely love Erlene's specially prepared to order, home cooked meals served in an intimate…read moreand beautiful atmosphere. So, when Maggie asked me where I wanted to have my birthday dinner, my response was immediate! Erlene's! A tomahawk steak with trimmings, baked potato, a dozen (yes, a dozen) buttery rolls. And, of course, topped off with her amazing pistachio cake. It was wonderful to be catered to in such fine style by a consummate and caring chef. Al the special touches made the evening so special - birthday banners, flowers, table settings, birthday button and hat, balloons etc. all added to the festive atmosphere. A plentiful meal, wonderful atmosphere and lots of warmth made this a birthday dinner to remember.

    Erlene Homestyle Cuisine is a great spot for simple, comforting food. The dishes taste homemade and…read morefull of flavor, and the portions are satisfying. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is relaxed. We celebrated husband 50th birthday, it was a happy and intimate celebration. For Starter: We have salad and bread with fig butter(amazing) Main Course: Tri-tip, chicken florentine, salmon, mash potato, carribean rice, carbonara. khalua cake for the birthday celebrant and red velvet cupcake. All with unlimited coffee, tea, water and sodas. Everyone from family to friends enjoyed everything. April 21, 2026, 50th dinner celebration. Thank you Chef Erlene. Supporting this Homebase business

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    Broken Yolk Cafe

    Broken Yolk Cafe

    3.7
    (1.6k reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Broken Yolk Cafe in Chula Vista is our go to breakfast spot. Consistently good food and service…read more Our server Miguel is the best server ever. Always fast paced and efficient. Our coffees (actually my wife's because I don't drink coffee) are never empty and he's got jokes. I appreciate someone who enjoys work and has a great vibe. This visit I tried the seasonal/new ciabatta torta. This torta was packed with avocados, eggs, beans, poblano chiles, and asada. The ciabatta was toasted and looked like a double sized version of what I was used to. It came with hash browns that he asked if I wanted crispy (which Miguel remembered I like it that way or just suggested) either way I appreciated the gesture. Always a great dining experience at Broken Yolk. Consistently great service and food.

    A friend of mine wanted to meet here for lunch one day and we agreed upon this location in…read moreEastlake. As soon as I arrived, she wasn't there yet so the lady offered to see me. I opted to wait for her to arrive and so when when she got there, we were seated immediately in a booth for two. Our server was a nice guy who is always here. He asked us what we wanted to drink and we both opted for Matcha drinks. She tried the new pineapple, coconut milk, Matcha cold drink, and I had a Matcha latte. Once our drinks came out, we went ahead and ordered our food. I got the country fried steak with hashbrowns and scrambled eggs. My friend got the regular steak and eggs with House potatoes. Our food was ready in about 12 minutes and we both enjoyed it. This location is consistently good, and there are never really any surprises. Again, I appreciate a very reliable, consistent, and delicious dining experience. Broken Yolk Eastlake always delivers a great experience for me.

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    Hurricane Grill & Wings

    Hurricane Grill & Wings

    4.1
    (424 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Savory wings , smash burgers and the best happy hour is here :) …read more I'm so glad I finally returned to this place! The flavor has been consistently amazing, and I've been missing out. Chef, you're doing an incredible job! I recently stopped by for lunch multiple times and tried the smashed western burger for the first time - it was love at first bite! I'm a wing lover with a saucy problem - I just can't choose! Bone-in wings is my go-to order with sauces like sweet red chili ( my favorite) , BOSS, garlic parm buffalo, mango habanero, firecrackers, and coco loco ( for those who like sweet coconut flavor), limiting myself to just two sauces per 10 wings is a real wing-dilemma! My Fav margarita flavor: original and passion fruit but all of the other flavors are also good. I still need to try the pomegranate one . Best Happy Hour in Millenia.$5dll Margarita & 10 wings/$10 (dine in deal). I've had the pleasure of enjoying wonderful service from Paty, always! The ambiance has been consistently pleasant during my visits. Thank you, Paty, for always crafting refreshing Margaritas - you truly make the best! Abu, the owner, also prepares a special and delicious Margarita with Vodka that's definitely worth trying! See you soon :)

    Had some bros hang out here yesterday night…read more Service is friendly. We came on 1 dollar wing night. Boneless or bone in. I got the garlic parm boneless and it was dry AF even with the ranch dip. Prob won't come here for wings but maybe just to watch the games and drinks.

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    10/04/2025.  Only 1 of 4 chicken tenders were juicy, but all were and meaty with a light, crispy batter.
    10/04/2025. Only 1 of 4 chicken tenders were juicy, but all were and meaty with a light, crispy batter.
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    The Cheesecake Factory

    The Cheesecake Factory

    3.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    I've been here twice in the last month, and I'm not sure why this location has this average score…read more Maybe it's because I've sat at the bar, and the gentlemen there are stellar. I've gone after work one day, and another time was on a day off after a movie. I've probably only been to this chain up north in LA County a handful of times for graduations. I only took one picture from one visit, and I had the chicken Parmesan (Pizza Style), and that was a really tasty dish. I only tried this because there's been a trend on instagram of people trying it. I'm glad I followed the suggestions! The bar area is super chill, and I was watching a World Cup match while hanging out to wait for my food to come out. You can't go wrong with the bar if it's you and another person or if you're by yourself. I'll definitely return when I'm in the mood again!

    No waiting for four customers during dinner hours (5PM). Our orders were taken as soon as…read more Ordered appetizers: Stuffed mushrooms - 5/5 Avocado Eggrolls - 4/5 Fried Calamari- 3/5 Main dishes: Fettuccine Chicken Alfredo - 4/5 Chicken Shawarma - 4/5 Chicken Carbonara - 4/5 Shrimp and Chicken Gumbo - 3/5 Drinks: Strawberry Smoothie (2) - 5/5 Disappointed with my gumbo. Chef forgot one of the main ingredients for gumbo, sausage! I had to double checked their website that andouille sausage is mentioned as one of the component before asking our server. Mark did a fantastic job as our server. Came multiple times to check on us. Apologetic that there's no andouille sausage on my gumbo. Overall great and enjoyable service.

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    Garbatella

    Garbatella

    4.0
    (614 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    Takes reservations
    Romantic vibe

    Serving Italian magic "squid-iculously" well, Garbatella never misses…read more From the perfectly crisp CALAMARI FRITTI to the delicate SQUASH BLOSSOM with ricotta and mild green chili pepper sauce, every bite feels like a little Roman holiday. I'm obsessed with their STRAWBERRY SPINACI salad and the classic CAPRICCIOSA pizza loaded with prosciutto cotto, mushrooms, artichokes, and black olives. If you love seafood, the LINGUINE A MARE is a whole ocean of flavor--Spanish shrimp, calamari, clams, mussels, white wine, garlic, lemon, and chili flakes. And don't even get me started on the soul-warming RISOTTO E OSSOBUCO... absolute perfection. Ended the night with their dreamy pistachio cake and the sweetest service from Val, who made the experience unforgettable.

    Let's go from start to finish…read more Service: 0.1/5 Ambience: 3/5 Food: 3/5 (might as well go to Little Italy for the pricing and better service) To be clear, I did try reaching out via Instagram before writing this review and never heard back. I decided to take my parents out for their 38-year anniversary, and they chose to try the place I've been telling them about Garbatella. My birthday is also the day before their anniversary, so this dinner was meant to be special. We walked in at 5:15 PM after seeing on the website that Happy Hour was from 3:00-5:30 PM. Our reservation was at 5:45 PM, so we wanted to catch the end of HH. We stood there for almost five minutes without being greeted, which in any restaurant for a guest is a long time. When we were finally acknowledged, the server already seemed irritated by our existence. We told her we had a 5:45 PM reservation but wanted to enjoy Happy Hour and asked if we should order at the bar or if we could do it at the table. She completely ignored the question, sat us, and handed us regular menus. When I asked again, she said HH was already over. I mentioned the website says 5:30 PM--and at that point it was only 5:22 PM. She responded that it actually ends at 5:00 PM and that the website is outdated. She then seated us directly between the only two other tables in an otherwise empty restaurant, so there was no sense of space or privacy. Again, if it was a full house totally understand but it was practically vacant. Trying to laugh past it, we ordered drinks and bread. The bread came out before the drinks--which is a restaurant SIN. When I tried to order the Pappardelle Rione (a dish I've ordered here many times and is still listed online), she told me they no longer have it and again said the website is old. I asked if there was anything similar or if the kitchen could make something close, and she pointed me to roast beef with mashed potatoes... after I had clearly said I wanted pasta. She rushed through taking the rest of our order, and I already felt like an inconvenience. Mind you, there were only three tables in the entire restaurant. She could have tried to meet me in the middle on an item but acted as if she had no time to deal with my order or make any suggestions per my requests. Two minutes after ordering, I decided to switch to the bolognese with burrata--just to stick with pasta like I originally wanted. She told me they had already started my dish and that changing it would be an additional charge. At that point, with the inconsistencies in HH timing, outdated website menu, seating, and overall attitude, I just said to add it to the bill. Since we all know she wanted to rack it up at that point or to shut me up basically. I've worked in the industry for some time now and not ignorant to servers antics. Both of my entrees came out. The meatballs were likely microwaved, the burrata was missing, and the roast beef with mashed potatoes was nothing special. Couldn't be that fresh if it came out that quickly is all I'm saying. My Coke was empty by the time the food arrived, and she never once offered a refill. Eventually, my mom had to flag down another younger server to get drinks. When our original server finally came back, we ordered tiramisu. My refill came barely before dessert was dropped. She then completely disappeared to chat with another table. No acknowledgment of our celebration, no dessert gesture for my parents' anniversary -- NOTHING. I actually had to get up from the table to find her so I could pay. She seemed uncomfortable when she realized I was the one paying--and tipping. I typically tip 20-30%, but this was the first time I've ever left 10%. She didn't even provide me with a copy of the receipt after saying she would. I have never felt more brushed off by a server in my life. Didn't get her name. She was older, dark hair, heavy eyeliner, and cold unwelcoming demeanor. What happened to good customer service? Don't know if it was our race, my age (much younger), or if we just caught her on a bad day. Either way would not recommend due to the inconsistencies of the times, menus, and service. Based off of the other reviews it looks like they pick and choose who to give it to. Especially the demographics... VERY interesting and disheartening.

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    Yard House - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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