Great views, decent food, okay service. Dress for SF Bay: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and jacket. It can be sunny and windy. Or foggy and cool. Check out the free Rosie the Riveter Museum next door. 50,000 Jeeps were produced n this building for World War II, and 500 Liberty ships produced in Richmond, one every 19 days. Amazing bit of history. read more

Jamie W and I have strolled the Richmond Marina several times because despite the periodic windiness, it's an especially pleasant section of the SF Bay Trail (review: https://bit.ly/3mja9Yf). Circling the yachts and passing by the Rosie the Riveter museum, we noticed there was a bustling outdoor patio where people were dining al fresco in the shadow of the historic Ford Assembly Plant. Presumably that's how Assemble got its name as it gathers four different businesses into one marketplace concept. I recalled Brezo quite fondly from their former Point Richmond location, but the only menu available that day belonged to the Rocky Island Oyster Co. No complaints though as we found enough to whet our appetites anyway. Jamie ordered the $16 Caprese Panini, which slathered a split focaccia with fresh pesto and pickled onions and inserted slices of yellow tomato and mozzarella in between. Salt & vinegar potato chips were included (photo: https://bit.ly/37XK0Ls). I went for the $20 Lil Gem Caesar Salad with Dungeness Crab Meat. It was a satisfying serving with plenty of crab and watermelon radish and croutons added for crunch (photo: https://bit.ly/3MfDFKy). We decided to share the buttery $12 Clam Chowdah! (their comic spelling, not mine). It was thankfully not too creamy and relied on clam juice for its maritime flavor (photo: https://bit.ly/3vnsisV), The waterfront setting was pretty relaxing as Richmond isn't really a tourist magnet. Time to assemble! FOOD - 4 stars...satisfying lunch plates with fresh seafood the high point AMBIANCE - 4 stars...the outdoor seating was ideal as we wean out of pandemic angst SERVICE - 3.5 stars...a bit slow but ultimately delivered TOTAL - 4 stars...bar bite lunch on an ample terrace RELATED - Exploring Richmond? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2VyCP18 read more

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Horrah horrah! From point richmond to marina bay Brezo is making a comeback. Whether by hook or by crook our local family fav foodie spot Brezo, in pt Richmond likely a victim of covid, has re-emerged with most of the fan favorites for lunch and weekend venue. You know Assemble is being "re-assembled as a bar, a BBQ, fine dining, oyster bar, local beer and wine extravaganza destination, steps away from SF ferry, Richmond terminal. To be able to walk or ride bikes here for lunch is just plain decadent. All along the bay trail most of the way. The food is as good as we remember and Hector promised a slow return to the classic Breso favs once they do pop up brunch. Can you say best chilaquiles in the bay? Oh and those blueberry pancakes too! Oh my! Welcome back Heather n Hector! We missed you! Assemble is kicking things up several notches! read more

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Took about 5min to even be acknowledged upon walking in, service was terrible. The menu is less than half of what it used to be, we eat here fairly often, but not any longer. Brought a bottle of water to the table but never brought glasses for us to drink it. We were informed there are out of breakfast and out of the burger. Tried to order the club sandwich, and was informed they were out of bacon. I asked if they would provide a discount on the meal being that they were out of a key ingredient, I was informed no, and that there was no manager there, and the employee didn't have the ability to do so, and was not offered anything additional at no charge to supplement their missing ingredients. I'm not gonna pay full price for something that is missing one of the main ingredients. The highlight of the meal was the hazy ipa, which they don't make and their only job with that was to keep it cold. At no point during our visit did anyone ever come around to check on us or ask how everything was, or if we needed anything else. Needless to say, this restaurant is very poorly mismanaged and we will not be returning. The staff and management needs a complete overhaul, or a new restaurant needs to come in that knows what they are doing. read more

Assemble - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

After my wife and I toured the Rosie the Riverter museum and then walked over to the Assemble restaurants and dined with Brezo. Assemble is 3 restaurants located in shared seating area in the old rehabbed Ford Assembly plant. Although this is a good concept, it looks like there could be more momentum with more operators and vendors to expand the offerings. I went to yelp the day before to look for lunch opportunities near the museum, Assemble appeared to be larger than it was. In fact its 3 or 4 businesses smooshed into a small space with communal seating. I'm not sure it is enough to draw me back. read more

Location was closed when I went today. Parking guard said they closed 3 months ago but people keep coming because the internet doesn't show closure. Berkleyside says it's temporary for renovations. read more

Lovedddd my experience at Assemble. I was fortunate enough to come by with family/friends that were familiar with this place so I wasn't entirely confused. Right when you come in you'll notice the bar area, and two restaurants (for lack of better words). Seating area is available inside and out. There was a BBQ option but don't know too much about them since I ate at the other location next to them. I think their name is "Brezo". Their menu was very interesting and what really caught my attention was their Gordita. I ordered their gordita with pulled pork and salad. By far the BEST gordita I've had in the bay. Not going to lie, the presentation was a bit overwhelming but don't let that stop you from giving it a try. The masa or the "Gordita" was not thick or crazy. It was made just right! And don't get me started on the beans, cheese, and pulled pork. It was delicious. And if you aren't familiar with a Gordita it's basically deep fried masa(dough) that fluffs up creating a pocket and then cut right in the middle. Once cool and cut they stuff many ingredients inside such as, beans, cheese, lettuce, meats and more. Absolutely tasty and mouth watering. A must try! read more

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The food and atmosphere were perfect. The view depending on where you're sitting is nice as well. The bartender had the drinks on point.

My friend wanted to eat somewhere by the water and I suggested Assemble. It's next to Rosie the Riveter by the marina. I love the industrial look of Assemble and having the choice of being able to eat outside on a sunny day. Families are taking a brisk walk by the water with their dogs. Sailboats pass through and from time to time you'll see windsurfers. If it's too windy outside you can sit by the window inside and people watch or sit at the bar. The bar counter is large enough to eat your breakfast, brunch or lunch. Wendell was our bartender, he makes a fabulous Old Fashioned. We had a pleasant conversation with him. Angelo had great customer service. We asked him about travel tips from his hometown and he gladly shared them. Thanks Angelo. I had a mimosa and an Assemble breakfast, it was perfect. The burger was amazing. We had creme brulee which was delicious. Our friend loved her fried chicken sandwich. I'd definitely return. It was a pleasant and delicious experience. read more

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Very cool spot to have a brunch with my colleaguefriend just before we were going to enjoy a couple of hours shopping at the Columbia store for employees. The company we work at gave everybody coupons to access that store, so with the excuse of shopping half price we went to visit Richmond marina. It was my first time there and I learned so much of the industrial history pre and post WWII in this area. I had a vague idea of what Richmond has to offer and the lunch at this historical building surprised me. Tons of glass and brick, boiling machines that look original, industrial atmosphere softened with the white linen table clothes. Very nice and strangely intimate. My friend and I both have the Assembly burger, very nice bun, all shiny and fresh. Good meat and best fries (fried in canola oil with some peril, thyme and other herbs. Very delicious. Coffee is great too, as well as service. We were hesitant to go there thinking that would not be great (as only option really in that park) but it was a great experience. read more

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Good food, friendly staff and atmosphere in contemporary setting in Port of Richmond.

This four-star rating is a four star rating for a pandemic experience, because it isn't fair to rate businesses against their pre-COVID times at this point. Like many other restaurants, this place is understaffed and it shows. The server pretty much brings you your food and that's about it. We got our own water, utensils, to-go boxes, etc. The menu items are more limited, as I had been hoping to try their famed Frito pie, but that's due to supply chain shortages. Ordered chicken quesadilla fajitas and a portobello mushroom sandwich. Very good food, did take almost 45 minutes to come out, but there was a busy lunch rush with little staff to support it. So, even though the service is almost non-existent, the food is scrumptious and the outdoor dining with the waterfront leaves for a nice ambience. Live music played while we were there, and the location next to the Rosie the Riveter Museum and within walking distance of the Columbia outlet store is prime. read more

Assemble is under new ownership. What else is new? Table service, although the old system of ordering at the register worked as well. Higher prices. You can get specialty cocktails, like embellished Manhattans, for $19. Ouch! How was the food? My 3 street tacos lunch (about $16) were small and bland, served on cold flour tortillas. The accompanying tortilla chips bordered on awful. What was good? The fries were thin, crisp, and tasty. The bar had 4 beers on tap ($7), including an IPA and a hazy IPA from Original Pattern. Service workers were attentive and friendly. Good service is nice, but fair food and high prices are cause for pause. read more

This is no ordinary place as there's a lot of history to it due to how they've maintained much of the old vats and other objects to give it a special character. Excellent customer service as the waiters were detail oriented and made sure you're well taken care of. The food, it was amazing! 1) garden omelette was so unique in how they make it and present it. Love the scarred tomatoes, the shiitake mushroom and the all around crispy home fries. 2) the assemble breakfast was great as well. The toast was perfect, bacon just the right crispy texture to it, eggs of your choice was cooked right, and the home fries, it's so so good. We will definitely be back to try more food on the menu! read more

Assemble - Assemble Breakfast: eggs, bacon, home fries and toast - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

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Stopped in while in the area after a bike ride and enjoyed lunch and drinks. Enjoyed fish tacos and chicken quesadillas. Good seating outside , nice staff . read more

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I give this restaurant a 3 star rating because the phone service is horrendous and it has been like this for years. My friends and I had the exact same issue a few years back and so only a few of us ended up trying it out rather then the entire group. The manager and reservation host are lacking in some serious operational skills. We tried to call repeatedly to book our group booking months in advance, voicemail was full and unable to leave messages.When emailing there is also little to no responses or instruction causing extra headache for those of us trying to coordinate our group. Incredibly unfortunate and I cannot imagine how much business they are losing out on due to this continuous method of operation. The bummer part is fixing the answering machine or being able to listen to your messages from anywhere should not be a problem in this day and age... it is such an easy fix. There is literally no reason the voicemail should ever be full or an email unanswered in a business! The waitstaff, bartender, cooks, and the view are what make this place worthy of stopping by.. their work is what keeps this business afloat and anyone wanting to come back. Fettuccine is delightful, but the breaded chicken strips although flavorful are a bit heavy on the breading itself. French fries are real and light, kind of refreshing for a french fry. Catfish sandwich is nice and light and easy on the flavor so that you can add your own spice or other accommodations. They fresh guacamole on the club is heavenly! The outside view is beautiful on warm clear bay area days, you are nearly right on the water. Even worth dropping into the Rosie the Riveter Museum first then grabbing a bite to eat after and discussing what you learned and stories with your friends! read more

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I only eat burgers a couple times a year so when I do, I want it to be epic. Ever since moving from NYC to Berkeley I've been on a quest for the best burger in the area and friends, this is IT. We went there for social distance sunset drinks (cocktails were also delicious) and the burger blew me away -- smoky, perfectly seasoned chargrilled flavor, excellent meat quality, nice squishy grilled brioche bun -- the whole thing was melt-in-your-mouth goodness. This is the stuff dreams are made of, and now I'm dreaming of returning to eat another one. Go here. Get the burger. You won't regret it. (I meant to take a picture of it but I ate it too fast. I could not be distracted from the deliciousness.) *Oh and the fries are yummy - nicely seasoned. And the waiter working the bar was very sweet. read more

Assemble - Prosecco & Negronis at Assemble - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

I Lve assemble marketplace!!!! It is so beautiful historic, iconic, delicious, inspiring! Fresh air breathing, welcoming, relaxed, happy, it feels really good in there, on a cosmic level, it is so neat. They sell EAST COAST Atlantic sea oysters there!! I am allergic, but when I was young I worked at Spenger's in berkeley and those were my favorite. Pacific Ocean vs. Atlantic is for sure something you must experience if you are an oyster lover. Ok I'll go back and take pictures and take Benadryl read more

Mixed review.... I wanted to love it here, but I didn't. The location is amazing. Way out on the Richmond peninsula with full water views and lots of parking. The space is cool, hip, vintage, beautiful, awesome.... Lots of big windows and lots of light. Cool bar area. Great vibe. The service was meh. Took a long time to greet us after we sat down. No water was offered or delivered. Our waiter seemed a bit annoyed by everything. Someone besides our waiter brought our food out. No one ever came by to check up on our table, to see if we needed anything. We ate our entire meal before anyone came by. Just funky service. Did not feel welcome. The menu is limited. The food was expensive for what you get. Overpriced sandwich and fries for my friends... I ordered the pasta which as described did not sound spicy. It was VERY spicy - too spicy so I didn't eat my food. When the person clearing dishes saw that, she offered me another dish... But since no one checked on us, my companions had already finished all their food. She took the item off our bill which was gracious and not expected. Nice touch. I probably won't go back here until I read more consistent yelp reviews that they have fixed their issues. It has great potential!! read more

Assemble - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

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Grabbed some brunch at Assemble before a bike ride along the Richmond section of the Bay Trail. I like that they've embraced the factory history of the building with both the name and the interior design (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/assemble-richmond?select=5TetorDj7fSDFW-k70an1Q&userid=DsHsuhUvyyW_75zFcJxkKw) I had the Chicken Fried Steak with chicken sausage gravy and eggs (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/assemble-richmond?select=XZKkT30VpbkTD5JLeeQPfA&userid=DsHsuhUvyyW_75zFcJxkKw) and opt'ing for a side salad instead of home-fries (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/assemble-richmond?select=DrJCJyND-bnkOoDHfdWKmw&userid=DsHsuhUvyyW_75zFcJxkKw). The dish was a mixed bag for me - the steak was somewhat dry, but I really liked the chicken sausage gravy with plenty of sausage chunks (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/assemble-richmond?select=UZpVjwOLn0cYOwYQxZwdfA&userid=DsHsuhUvyyW_75zFcJxkKw). The sunnyside up eggs looked good, but diving in showed them to be mostly cooked from the bottom with not much runny yolk (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/assemble-richmond?select=EjB1XZQn7BPMp-ZGQ9iIaQ&userid=DsHsuhUvyyW_75zFcJxkKw) My friend had the Sourdough French Toast with whipped cream and strawberries, which comes with three slices and a ramekin of maple syrup (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/assemble-richmond?select=c7_dKw0nrBCU0ryf77Iu1A&userid=DsHsuhUvyyW_75zFcJxkKw). The sourdough was an interesting twist, but the slices could have been soaked longer in the egg wash to get a more custard-y center. Despite the location on the water, the average food lessens the draw for me. read more

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Assemble is a hidden gem. If your a history junkie, right next door is Rosie the Riveter National Historical Park. I had Sunday lunch at Assemble and overall the experience was good. I ordered a fried chicken sandwich with fries and IPA beer. The fried chicken sandwich was a good size for its price and it was delicious. The sandwich had a Asian fusion taste with a slight taste of Chinese five spices. Assemble has both indoor and outdoor seating. Outside has some nice view of the water. In the vicinity, there is a Columbia/Mountain Hardware employee only discount store. When you eat at Assemble, you will get a store pass to shop at the employee only store. When you pay your tab, your server will also give you a pass to Columbia/Mountain Hardware. read more

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Stopped in for a quick lunch since we were in the area. Simply blown away with the burger. One of the best ever with bourbon onion jam. Salad was very well done and we highly recommend this restaurant and Rosie the Riveter exhibit. We will definitely plan in coming back. Devin, our server, was exceptional and provided an outstanding dining experience. read more

Don't be like me and look at Yelp photos of a mouth watering pot pie which is something they don't always have. My bf and I came for brunch. We sat inside so he could watch the Raiders game. I ordered the biscuits and gravy. He ordered the chicken and waffles...which were strips. Mine tasted better than his. Portions are very small. I did the unlimited mimosa and the server def kept them coming. Groupon offered cash back for dining so it made it worth it. You're paying for the view. Overall it's a cool place to try, nothing that has me dying to go back. Although, I still want that pot pie. The welcome center next door is def worth checking out. read more

Assemble - Top: Biscuits and gravy Bottom: Chicken and waffles Weekend brunch - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

Unbeatable views of the San Francisco Bay and local marina within a few steps of the restaurant which is conveniently located near the Rosie The Riveter Museum and an excellent walking and bike path. Servers were very attentive and pleasant. Our party ordered a cheese burger, reuben, club, and tuna melt sandwiches with a couple of draft beers. The food was good, but a bit on the pricey side - burger came cooked to order with caramelized onions and a generous portion of french fries. Some items were unavailable which the server announced as we were seated so no surprises upon ordering. The restaurant is very spacious and can be on the chilly side during winter months.. read more

The only thing i could eat on the menu was the cheeto pie? I'd never had one before. I no longer see it on the menu so I may not have been the only one dismayed to receive an open bag of chips with a meat and bean chili heaped onto it. The disappointment was real! My husband, who's much easier to please, thought that his dish was OK. Our first visit was our last. read more

As a vegetarian, I always enjoy ordering a veggie sandwich and finding a large chunk of bacon. read more

Assemble - "veggie" sandwich - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

We came here for brunch and were gifted a pass to the Columbia Employee Store nearby. This restaurant has a pretty cool decor and a pretty cool vibe. I could see it being a popular date night restaurant since it is right by craneway pavillion and the water. I had the grilled shrimp appetizer which was flavorful. However, the shrimp was not very fresh. The assemble breakfast was decently portioned. Cant go wrong with bacon and eggs! read more

Assemble - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

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This is a review for fellow cyclists. If you cycle the Bay Trail, you owe it to yourself to stop by for a drink and bite to eat. Eat outside and keep an eye on your bike (no lock needed). You'll have awesome views of the San Francisco Bay, where you can watch boats going in and out. It can be a bit windy depending on the weather - I was there on a particularly windy day but the building did a good job of shielding most of the wind. I got the kale salad with optional grilled mahi with a glass of rose. Nothing to get too excited about, but it was a bike friendly meal executed fairly well. Yes, I know it's mahi mahi but I think that's silly silly. Same thing with cous. read more

Assemble - Kale salad with Mahi, glass of rose, and the awesome view of the Bay outside! - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

This is the eating establishment that is a part of the Rosie the Riveter Museum complex operated by the National Parks system. It's a large dining room located in the Boiler Room of the former Ford Assembly Plant that produced Jeeps for the military during WWII. It's a very handsome place with lots of windows that lets in plenty of light. The seating is a mix of large communal tables and smaller tables for two or four seats. One problem was the table tops - wood with a material that looked like linoleum inlaid - were all sticky. No, it wasn't because they were not clean. Rather, the clear-coat finish/sealant was breaking down and needs to be stripped and redone. The Lunch Menu is pretty straightforward - starters, salads, sandwiches and entrees. I had the Fish and Chips (battered Mahi Mahi) $17, and my wife had the Assemble Lunch (Grilled Salmon served with rice pilaf and poached asparagus) $17. I liked my fish. It was perfectly fried, not greasy, moist and flaky inside but the fries were soggy. The cabbage/carrot slaw was a nice touch. My wife liked her salmon dish a lot. It was a very generous portion and managed to eat only half of it and took the rest home for later. I also had a Raspberry Apple Hard Cider ($4) from Denver that was very dry, crisp and very nice. This was a great way to cap a nice morning at the museum. Jim read more

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A little pricey for the area, but also one of the only things in the area. This is pretty much your only choice if you are visiting the neighboring Rosie memorial. Nevertheless, we are appreciative of the high-quality food and service as well as the historic preservation of the building. It might be the only choice, but it is still very good. The menu is rather limited but varies every so often. They have brunch hours on Saturday and Sunday and seem to fill up especially on Sunday near lunchtime. read more

A bit spendy, portions aren't all that plentiful... but when it comes to eats in Marina Bay, one of the best eating establishments, replete with view! Lucky the bikers, walkers, bladers, and local neighbors along the marina! Rooting for an imminent ferry terminal to come. Fingers crossed! read more

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So, a week after opening, the girlfriend & I strolled over to Assemble for lunch on a Saturday. The verdict, so far? They're working out a few kinks, but I feel confident they'll get it all sorted out. Confident because of how actively management, who were constantly circulating amongst guests, was seeking to make sure everything was right & how enthusiastic the entire service staff was. For food, I ordered a Muffuletta with potato salad & the girlfriend ordered the Classic Burger medium rare with fries + a cup of New England-style Clam Chowder. To wash it down, I got coffee & the girlfriend got a Mimosa. Our orders didn't take too long. The Clam Chowder came 1st & I tried some. It was positively delicious & not what I expected. Instead of a thick, white, creamy broth, it was thinner, flavorfully seasoned & had corn. Different, but still positively delicious. Next came our sandwiches. My Muffuletta was like a wedge cut out of a jumbo party sub. It was good, but maybe could've been fresher. The potato salad on the side was excellent & also flavorfully seasoned like the Clam Chowder. The girlfriend's Classic Burger was interesting. To me, a burger is the litmus test of a casual dining menu. I had a few bites. Ordered medium rare, it was overdone but still quite tasty nonetheless. The keys were freshness, quality &, again, seasoning. All the veggies on the burger were crispy fresh. The beef patty was obviously a good quality beef & it was possibly the best seasoned beef patty I've had on a burger. It was just overdone. When our server asked how everything was, we mentioned the doneness of the burger. Management came over & immediately offered a replacement. Because the burger had been pretty good & we had already eaten 1/2 of it, we said it was OK. So we were offered a complimentary dessert instead. Well alright, neither of us could say no to that. We got the Banana Cream Pie & it was absolutely dreamy. It also went really well with the coffee, which was also excellent. Only 1 week after opening, lunch at Assemble had a hiccup or 2 . But with good quality ingredients, enthusiastic service & an emphasis on flavorful seasoning across the menu, I feel confident Assemble will find its groove. Now I'm looking forward to trying dinner... read more

A nice solid brunch spot to go to for food before doing some shopping at the Colombia employee store. By most brunches go, its pretty standard fare. You have your classics, such as benedicts and burgers/sandwiches, that are made pretty well. The ambiance of the place is very industrial and sits right by the Bay, giving you a nice view while you enjoy a morning/afternoon meal. If you do sit outside, it may be a bit chilly, so keep that in mind as you are seated. read more

I've been to Assemble many times when walking along the Richmond Waterfront. It's a nice little restaurant in what used to be the Ford Motor Plant. It has cog wheels and machinery, yet feels cozy and bright. My guy and I go on walks in the area, so after mile of walking along the beautiful waterfront park ares, we stop and have a beer or cocktail and enjoy the early evening. They have a nice patio for when it's warm, nice comfy chairs and tables to sit and enjoy the food with a glass of wine and an appetizer. It's great for entertaining, brunching or lunching and enjoying the Bay views. We like to order the Boiled Peanuts appetizer, sounds funny but they are spicy and salty and soft and so good. Also funny yet so naughtily delicious is the Frito Pie. Yes, an upscale version of a classic junk food appetizer. They have great cocktails and funny appetizers. A good selection of bottled beer and nice bartenders. Great place to bring friends, go with the family or a date. read more

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Probably one of the most interesting lunch places in Richmond: Waterfront location, housed in a unique building and location, massive parking lots, yet nearly impossible to find with Google maps. You'll wind up on Harbor Way S near the Sunpower building. Look for a guard shack and fenced in parking lot - then drive all the way through and turn right. Keep going toward the building with the large smokestack. I was here for a coworker's work anniversary celebration. Food was 3.5 stars but I'll round up for the cool ambiance and great service. It's a bit loud though. The restaurant is a converted factory - almost like a warehouse but hip. A full bar out front, natural light, a central open kitchen, and black and white videos of Julia Childs cooking! The menu is American comfort food, similar to a gastropub. They seem to have various meat pies, salads, and burgers/sandwiches to choose from. I ordered the following, with some shared apps: Boiled Peanuts App - Spiced with coriander and chili and seasoned with lemongrass. Very soft and delicious. The ones at the bottom have more spiciness. Frito Pie - Cool presentation. Its basically a mini taco salad made of Frito corn chips. Not bad - has the typical beans, sour cream, cheese, etc. Sliders - This was my entree - two perfectly cooked sliders with hot, buttery brioche buns. I liked the caramelized onions. The side was a small cup of sautéed mushrooms with green and red grapes. The hand cut fries were crispy, but a bit thin - I prefer thicker to at least taste the potatoes. After our meal, they included a coupon/pass to shop at the Employee store of an Outerwear store around the block. If folks don't fight for the check, they'll definitely fight for the coupon for some serious savings on outerwear! read more

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Three stars for the view,patio, and decent food. We came in with my grandma for lunch one day because she was visiting the Bay Area and wanted to see the Rosie the Riveter Museum (it's literally right next door). The waiter seemed really frustrated with us the entire time. He brought us our food and seemed rushed, when there wasn't that many people in the place. The food was pricey and didn't deliver the fancy-ness level I expect for $17+ a person. The burger was just whatever, definitely not worth 17 dollars. The salmon was good but the veggies were boring. I had wanted the pot pie but it must be for dinner only. When I asked for a side of ranch for my fries, the waiter pointed to my grandmas ranch for her side and said "can't you share?". First, there is never enough ranch at a party. Second, that's just awkward to share ranch across the table. I'm glad to pay extra but that rubbed me the wrong way. Might return for that spicy margarita and the beautiful view. The parking lot is where you enter with the kiosk attendant, park behind the employee clothing store to the right. We made the mistake of walking around the entire building to find it. Don't forget to check out the free museum next door. read more

Assemble - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

We stopped in yesterday for a late lunch. Wow, what a nice change from the previous restaurant. As The Boilerhouse it really left me wanting, but in the short time as Assemble, it has really come together. They've rearranged the space so the bar is toward the front where you enter and a beverage staging area where the bar used to be. There is a huge flat-screen TV mounted high on the south wall (fortunately it was not turned on) so unless you are sitting directly beneath the screen, just about every seat in the restaurant and has perfect viewing point if there is something worth watching. Hubby ordered a cup of clam chowder and the fish & chips. The chowder had chunks of potato, clam meat, red bell pepper, onion, celery and corn that filled the bowl and was very well seasoned. Slightly reminiscent of a white Boston clam chowder, but not as thick. I stole a couple of bites - it had a slight kick to it thanks to a bit of pepper - cayenne, perhaps? Absolutely delicious. Fish & chips. Okay, I picked at this too - so sue me. Three good sized pieces of battered rock cod were deep fried to perfection. The fish was white, flaky and perfectly cooked, the batter crisp and crunchy, but a tad salty for my taste. The chips were thick cut wedges, similar to the papas fritas served at Cesar's (Gourmet Ghetto). The potatoes were fluffy inside and nice and crisp outside, but I thought they were baked rather than fried. However, I didn't confirm so I can't answer for sure. Their cole slaw is okay, a little to heavy on the celery salt. A small cup of tartar sauce and a bottle of malt vinegar rounded out the condiments. I ordered their five-bean vegetarian chili. Black beans. Pinto beans. White Beans. Red beans. Garbanzo beans. It was accompanied with two side cups filled with diced red onion and jalapeno so you can adjust to your liking. A garnish of cilantro and a bit cheddar cheese finished it off. It was one of the best I've had (outside of my own). It came with a wedge of corn bread that was delicious, but a touch dry. To be fair, my personal experience with baking cornbread is that it becomes "stale" within an hour or so of coming out of the oven. Dessert was offered but we were quite full, so we passed. Hoping to give them a try next time. Service was excellent, staff was friendly and efficient. Dinner service is coming soon (Wednesday through Saturday to start) as is Sunday brunch. The owners have fun plans for the future - outdoor seating, barbeque patio, a "dining stage" in the Craneway Pavilion (the ultimate in bay views!) and a vegetable garden. Don't forget to take a short walk along the waterfront before heading back to you car! read more

Enjoyed this place! My family and I were here yesterday to pop in for a cup of soup on a rainy day. The spot is an old factory that has been coverted into the restaurant, keeping aspects of the factory which makes for a really cool atmosphere. It is spacious, not too loud although it was crowded when we went. We were seated just before they closed for the day. We ordered the mushroom soup. So good! We all cleaned out our cups, it was delicious and creamy and just what we wanted. Our server Devin was very kind and attentive. My dad's only complaint was that they charged him for a beer after he had cancelled the order, and it took quite a while for them to sort out the refund. But to me, mistakes happen so it's not really a big deal. read more

Assemble - Mushroom soup! Yum. - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

A delightful place to lunch along the Bay Area Regional Trail, they serve good sandwiches and salads, in a unique setting. Highly recommend for family as there's plenty of outdoor space, and it's also dog friendly. read more

Assemble - New American Near Me - Richmond, California

This is a great place to have lunch with friends and family. It's such a conversation piece to begin with. Sooooo much history here and the surrounding area. We had the best time. We ended up ordering off the appetizer menu so we could sample a little of everything. We ordered the fries which was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. We all had the wings and the ribs which reminded me of the Korean bbq. Very tasty. We also ordered the combo platter that had a variety of cheese, sausage, and pretzel. We ordered their fresh lemonade!! Wowza! Sooooo refreshing. Now...the dessert! Pumpkin cake and key lime pie!! YUMMY!!! We had great service. It's a beautiful Sunday afternoon and the place is hopping. We had no reservation and they squeezed us right in. We catching up with family so we were there a while. Great service!! This place is located in the old Ford Motor Company plant. It's right off the water. They've got shopping on the other area. National Park close by. Great area for a walk, run, or bike!! Oooooh! There's outside patio area. Great area for drinks and chat. The one downside: Kind of a hard place to find. We actually drove past it. We drove to the front of it and parked in the front parking lot. Beautiful view there. We chatted with locals who told us we had to drive to the gate!! Lol. So you drive into the gate and there's security to take down your license plate ask where you're going. Lol. They were helpful and nice. Well worth the drive. A hidden gem. I read people complaining about portions and prices. I agree. They're right. However, rent on prime real estate is high. Paying a little higher prices for a spectacular view and great conversations...PRICELESS!! read more

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