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It's hard to believe this beautiful restaurant is tucked away in an office park. A friend hosted her birthday party in a private room, so I can't tell you what the regular full menu and service are like. But they did a splendid job in catering for her party. We had three entree choices: a ribeye steak, chicken Milanesa, or shrimp scampi. Although I had the chicken, I sampled the other two, and all of them were delicious. Even though we were a party of fifty or more, the service was excellent, and everyone got their food at the same time. I highly recommend checking Benny and Mary's out!
We came here on a thursday afternoon for brunch and bottomless mimosas. When we arrived we were the only table there so we got sat really quickly!! We ordered the simple breakfast and the chilaquiles, both were delicious and the 2 entrees were enough to share for 3 people. The bottomless mimosas were a good ratio as well! The inside is greatly decorated and has a different vibe than a lot of restaurants. I will say the one thing that makes me not give this place 5 stars was our service. Our server seemed unhappy to help us although we were her only table at first, but maybe she was just having a bad day! Either way, we still were able to enjoy our brunch :)
Came to Benny and Mary's for a birthday dinner and had an enjoyable meal. Our waiter was super attentive and genuinely entertaining -- even offered to sing happy birthday solo, which was such a fun and memorable. The ambiance is a bit quirky and moody, great setting for a special occasion. Interesting menu with lots of variety. We ordered the grilled cheese dumplings, yellowfin tuna poke, parmesan garlic fries, ribeye, and chilean sea bass. Two clear favorites: the grilled cheese dumplings are such a creative concept -- if you love tomato soup and grilled cheese, it's basically the perfect bite in dumpling form. And the chilean sea bass was really the star of the night -- beautifully seared so it's crispy on the outside but soft, juicy, and tender inside, and the couscous paired with it really well. The one thing I'd skip is the ribeye -- the texture and flavor just didn't deliver the way the other dishes did, especially at that price point.
1. The burger was delicious and well-built! I love the flavors of the pie! 2. The spot has fun vibes! The interior is nicely decorated! 3. The staff was friendly and hospitable! The food came out after 10 mins! 4. There are indoor and outdoor seatings! Lots of table! 5. There are parking structures and lots! Restaurant should be able to validate! Note: Restrooms have multiple stalls! Photo: Banana Cookie Butter Pie and Classic Smash
Wonderful food and service. Love the ambiance. We do happy hour here and it never disappoints. The yummy order of crisp parm fries would feed a small family. Shrimp app so fresh. We willbe back soon. Thank you !!
Everything was 10/10. If you want to WOW ur date, go there! My favs were the beef, shrimp, ribs, fries, the tuna appetizer, the beef, short rib, main meal, and the salmon. Excellent customer service, we met the manager. Thaer I think his name is and this guy is m top of it, checking in on every table, and constantly doing something. I'll be posting a couple of pictures here about check my Instagram don't skip this spot for a reel I did
The restaurant is beautiful, our server was great, and the happy hour wines and food we ordered good. We sat on the outside patio, thinking we were coming in for happy hour food, yet we ordered off their regular menu instead, and I wish we sat inside. I had the Chicken Piccata off the dinner menu, it was just a little more then the HH items and very good. I called after our visit to arrange a BD party there for 4 of us who have birtdays within 2 days and we'd have about 20-22 people. The woman I spoke to had told me the minimum charge for their private room, and the biggest size group the restaurant could accommodate. But then the charge of $100 goes to her for making all the arrangements. That was end of that conversaton, I was in shock, it sounded like blackmail to me, and I lost my taste for returning there.
I love this place so I was excited to come during restaurant week. We did the early bird dining, lol. I got the Caesar salad, Salmon - Almond crusted 8oz salmon filet, served on a bed of rice,a sherry gastrique roasted vegetables, finished with a creamy dijon mustard sauce, and Cherry Ricotta Cheesecake. I liked the lemon dressing on the salad, light. My salmon was a bit overcooked so dry. I liked my salmon last time better. I also wasn't a fan of the Dijon mustard sauce. Way too mustardy for me. The roasted veggies were good but it was carrots, a little cauliflower & onions. Not the usual veggies but at least they tasted good. The cheesecake was yummy and not overly sweet. Nephew wanted the garlic Parmesan fries which I asked for no parsley or whatever green stuff but it came with it. Oh well. Friend loved the garlic. Nephew thought the fries were ok. Friend enjoyed her salad and Short Rib Stroganoff. I tried it but it was the same mustardy sauce which I wasn't a fan of. Lots of short ribs though. She loved it.
Such a fun restaurant! Beautifully decorated, elegant, and upscale with an elevated yet casual menu - Benny & Mary's is for everyone! We enjoyed a "girls dinner," here on a weeknight, it wasn't too crowded but I made a reservation on Open Table to be safe. They have a large dining room, bar seating, and a patio as well. Their menu was on the smaller side but offered plenty of options for all. We loved our short rib fries, burgers, and the mediterranean salad. Fresh ingredients, friendly service, elegant ambiance. This is a great stool for a lunch, dinner, date night, girls night, or celebration. Highly recommend checking it out for yourself! *Super easy and accessible parking in a lot near the restaurant, take your parking ticket with you for complimentary validation.
Came for a friend's bday dinner and what a great place! I love the richness of the velvet decor with the dark drapes - so elegant! I had a Mediterranean salad bowl which was delicious and quite filling. The Aperol spritz said summer is here and looked beautiful in the light streaming through the windows. Finished with a shared brownie and ice cream - yum!! Our server was very considerate and made sure all of our needs were cared for. Would make a fabulous venue for a small wedding reception or bday bash. Validated parking too so that's a win!!
3.5- food was decent but service was only ok. The server wasn't very attentive- we had to ask multiple times for water refills... we were there for my friend's birthday, there's 5 of us and the service brought out a brownie dessert to celebrate but he ended up charging me $12 for it. Also he added me 21% of automatic gratuity when the receipt clearly states that will add for 6 or more in the party! I had to tell him to update my bill.... Also their drinks are very weak...
We've been eyeing this place for some time and our expectations were not just met -- it was way surpassed. The restaurant is quite eye catching with its pretty facade in the midst of towering buildings...and then you go inside and you'll be as pleased - soft and warm lighting, sophisticated interiors with so much character and style. The food was awesome. We started with Cheese Dumplings and Braised Rib Tacos which were delightful, and I had a ribeye as entree -- Juicy and tender, each bite moist and succulent and flavorful, especially that it's served on a bed of some puree that I cannot remember. My husband had a Chilean Sea Bass and enjoyed it so much too. And the Banana Cookie Butter Pie is so seriously good, one of these days I may just go to the restaurant by myself and order this to-go. Isabel was the best. We had our own charming attendant but she got a bit busy towards the end of the meal (so much so that I couldn't even stop her to get her name), so we asked Isabel to take our photo. The best in customer service, not to mention very pretty herself -- she made sure our photo was well taken, took time to suggest our seating arrangement...my husband and I really appreciated it. Found someone who knows how to take that extra mile to make customers feel well taken cared of. The entire experience at this restaurant was just splendid.
Such a pretty spot for date night! Parking was easy as it's in a business center I believe. We used valet but probably could have just self parked. Super nice person working valet too! We walked in and what a beautiful set up! The colors the ambiance, I loved it! Greeted as we walked in and seated right away, we had reservations. Server and staff amazing! Started with a cocktail and delicious! Asked for the Bartender's Whim to see what fun drink I'd get as I love surprises and it was tasty and pretty! The s''more...delicious!!! We had a couple appetizers to start and they were both delicious!! Then a bottle of wine with our entrees that they keep an ice bucket next to us and kept our glasses full! Entrees came out hot and so good! Fish was not dry and very tasty! The sides were also great tasting! Bathrooms are clean and it's a pretty big restaurant! Will definitely be back!
We've been to Benny and Mary's before for lunch, and our first experience was so nice that we wanted to come back for dinner. Lunch was great, and dinner did not disappoint. The restaurant is beautiful, with lovely décor and a cozy speakeasy feel. It's a wonderful spot for date night. Natalie, the hostess, was very attentive and made sure we were taken care of while our server was on break. The manager also came by to check on us. The service was seamless, and we never felt like we were waiting. We shared the shrimp appetizer with garlic bread, short ribs with mashed potatoes, and a ribeye. Everything was delicious. We also ordered a Paloma and a Cadillac margarita, and they were so good we got a second round. We really enjoyed our evening and would definitely recommend Benny and Mary's for a date night. read more
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3 days ago
We were seeking a trendy, but upscale environment that was close by with availability on short notice for guests from out of town. Benny and Mary's was the right choice; everyone enjoyed it. Food - Short Rib Ossobuco: 4.5/5: The short rib was fork tender, rich and very flavorful, and glazed in a delightfully acidic reduction. The apparagus was well cooked and seasoned, and the potatoes somehow balanced being heavy but light, melting away while being flavorful. Dessert - Butter Toffee Cake: 5/5: The texture and consistency were spot on and the toffee added a complimentary sweetness to the butteryness. The berries were fresh and appropriately sweet. If it was no so rich, we would have ordered a second one. Service was good, with a handful of different staff members refilling drinks and checking in. read more
2 months ago
It's hard to believe this beautiful restaurant is tucked away in an office park. A friend hosted her birthday party in a private room, so I can't tell you what the regular full menu and service are like. But they did a splendid job in catering for her party. We had three entree choices: a ribeye steak, chicken Milanesa, or shrimp scampi. Although I had the chicken, I sampled the other two, and all of them were delicious. Even though we were a party of fifty or more, the service was excellent, and everyone got their food at the same time. I highly recommend checking Benny and Mary's out! read more
We came here on a thursday afternoon for brunch and bottomless mimosas. When we arrived we were the only table there so we got sat really quickly!! We ordered the simple breakfast and the chilaquiles, both were delicious and the 2 entrees were enough to share for 3 people. The bottomless mimosas were a good ratio as well! The inside is greatly decorated and has a different vibe than a lot of restaurants. I will say the one thing that makes me not give this place 5 stars was our service. Our server seemed unhappy to help us although we were her only table at first, but maybe she was just having a bad day! Either way, we still were able to enjoy our brunch :) read more
Came to Benny and Mary's for a birthday dinner and had an enjoyable meal. Our waiter was super attentive and genuinely entertaining -- even offered to sing happy birthday solo, which was such a fun and memorable. The ambiance is a bit quirky and moody, great setting for a special occasion. Interesting menu with lots of variety. We ordered the grilled cheese dumplings, yellowfin tuna poke, parmesan garlic fries, ribeye, and chilean sea bass. Two clear favorites: the grilled cheese dumplings are such a creative concept -- if you love tomato soup and grilled cheese, it's basically the perfect bite in dumpling form. And the chilean sea bass was really the star of the night -- beautifully seared so it's crispy on the outside but soft, juicy, and tender inside, and the couscous paired with it really well. The one thing I'd skip is the ribeye -- the texture and flavor just didn't deliver the way the other dishes did, especially at that price point. read more
1. The burger was delicious and well-built! I love the flavors of the pie! 2. The spot has fun vibes! The interior is nicely decorated! 3. The staff was friendly and hospitable! The food came out after 10 mins! 4. There are indoor and outdoor seatings! Lots of table! 5. There are parking structures and lots! Restaurant should be able to validate! Note: Restrooms have multiple stalls! Photo: Banana Cookie Butter Pie and Classic Smash read more
22 days ago
Wonderful food and service. Love the ambiance. We do happy hour here and it never disappoints. The yummy order of crisp parm fries would feed a small family. Shrimp app so fresh. We willbe back soon. Thank you !! read more
10 days ago
2 days ago
Everything was 10/10. If you want to WOW ur date, go there! My favs were the beef, shrimp, ribs, fries, the tuna appetizer, the beef, short rib, main meal, and the salmon. Excellent customer service, we met the manager. Thaer I think his name is and this guy is m top of it, checking in on every table, and constantly doing something. I'll be posting a couple of pictures here about check my Instagram don't skip this spot for a reel I did read more
The restaurant is beautiful, our server was great, and the happy hour wines and food we ordered good. We sat on the outside patio, thinking we were coming in for happy hour food, yet we ordered off their regular menu instead, and I wish we sat inside. I had the Chicken Piccata off the dinner menu, it was just a little more then the HH items and very good. I called after our visit to arrange a BD party there for 4 of us who have birtdays within 2 days and we'd have about 20-22 people. The woman I spoke to had told me the minimum charge for their private room, and the biggest size group the restaurant could accommodate. But then the charge of $100 goes to her for making all the arrangements. That was end of that conversaton, I was in shock, it sounded like blackmail to me, and I lost my taste for returning there. read more
I love this place so I was excited to come during restaurant week. We did the early bird dining, lol. I got the Caesar salad, Salmon - Almond crusted 8oz salmon filet, served on a bed of rice,a sherry gastrique roasted vegetables, finished with a creamy dijon mustard sauce, and Cherry Ricotta Cheesecake. I liked the lemon dressing on the salad, light. My salmon was a bit overcooked so dry. I liked my salmon last time better. I also wasn't a fan of the Dijon mustard sauce. Way too mustardy for me. The roasted veggies were good but it was carrots, a little cauliflower & onions. Not the usual veggies but at least they tasted good. The cheesecake was yummy and not overly sweet. Nephew wanted the garlic Parmesan fries which I asked for no parsley or whatever green stuff but it came with it. Oh well. Friend loved the garlic. Nephew thought the fries were ok. Friend enjoyed her salad and Short Rib Stroganoff. I tried it but it was the same mustardy sauce which I wasn't a fan of. Lots of short ribs though. She loved it. read more
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Natasha P.
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6 months ago
Such a fun restaurant! Beautifully decorated, elegant, and upscale with an elevated yet casual menu - Benny & Mary's is for everyone! We enjoyed a "girls dinner," here on a weeknight, it wasn't too crowded but I made a reservation on Open Table to be safe. They have a large dining room, bar seating, and a patio as well. Their menu was on the smaller side but offered plenty of options for all. We loved our short rib fries, burgers, and the mediterranean salad. Fresh ingredients, friendly service, elegant ambiance. This is a great stool for a lunch, dinner, date night, girls night, or celebration. Highly recommend checking it out for yourself! *Super easy and accessible parking in a lot near the restaurant, take your parking ticket with you for complimentary validation. read more
Came for a friend's bday dinner and what a great place! I love the richness of the velvet decor with the dark drapes - so elegant! I had a Mediterranean salad bowl which was delicious and quite filling. The Aperol spritz said summer is here and looked beautiful in the light streaming through the windows. Finished with a shared brownie and ice cream - yum!! Our server was very considerate and made sure all of our needs were cared for. Would make a fabulous venue for a small wedding reception or bday bash. Validated parking too so that's a win!! read more
7 months ago
3.5- food was decent but service was only ok. The server wasn't very attentive- we had to ask multiple times for water refills... we were there for my friend's birthday, there's 5 of us and the service brought out a brownie dessert to celebrate but he ended up charging me $12 for it. Also he added me 21% of automatic gratuity when the receipt clearly states that will add for 6 or more in the party! I had to tell him to update my bill.... Also their drinks are very weak... read more
We've been eyeing this place for some time and our expectations were not just met -- it was way surpassed. The restaurant is quite eye catching with its pretty facade in the midst of towering buildings...and then you go inside and you'll be as pleased - soft and warm lighting, sophisticated interiors with so much character and style. The food was awesome. We started with Cheese Dumplings and Braised Rib Tacos which were delightful, and I had a ribeye as entree -- Juicy and tender, each bite moist and succulent and flavorful, especially that it's served on a bed of some puree that I cannot remember. My husband had a Chilean Sea Bass and enjoyed it so much too. And the Banana Cookie Butter Pie is so seriously good, one of these days I may just go to the restaurant by myself and order this to-go. Isabel was the best. We had our own charming attendant but she got a bit busy towards the end of the meal (so much so that I couldn't even stop her to get her name), so we asked Isabel to take our photo. The best in customer service, not to mention very pretty herself -- she made sure our photo was well taken, took time to suggest our seating arrangement...my husband and I really appreciated it. Found someone who knows how to take that extra mile to make customers feel well taken cared of. The entire experience at this restaurant was just splendid. read more
Such a pretty spot for date night! Parking was easy as it's in a business center I believe. We used valet but probably could have just self parked. Super nice person working valet too! We walked in and what a beautiful set up! The colors the ambiance, I loved it! Greeted as we walked in and seated right away, we had reservations. Server and staff amazing! Started with a cocktail and delicious! Asked for the Bartender's Whim to see what fun drink I'd get as I love surprises and it was tasty and pretty! The s''more...delicious!!! We had a couple appetizers to start and they were both delicious!! Then a bottle of wine with our entrees that they keep an ice bucket next to us and kept our glasses full! Entrees came out hot and so good! Fish was not dry and very tasty! The sides were also great tasting! Bathrooms are clean and it's a pretty big restaurant! Will definitely be back! read more
Great happy hour menu. Validated parking. Got there early so it wasn't too busy in the bar/patio area. The tuna poke was an interesting presentation. The Parmesan fries were quite stale and not very good even though the bowl of fries looked good in photos. Told my busser and the server but nothing was done about it which is fine, but hopefully they get rid of their stale fries. Inside of the restaurant is heavy on the jewel tones. I liked being near the windows in the bar area for a brighter experience as I don't love extremely dark restaurants where I can't see my food. read more
1st time we came it was amazing we wanted to come back... and now we wish we didn't. We had a great start of the night there was 4 of us and we were celebrating my engagement and a promotion. So our friend ordered a speciality drink "me so corny" and after we (the 3 of us got our drinks) got ours the server finally came to tell him they didn't have the ingredients so he would have to pick another drink which we understand it happens but we had to wait another 5 to 7 minutes so we could all cheers at the same time since we were there to celebrate things. Then something else happened to him to the server was repeating back his food and he ordered the salmon and the server replied steak and our friends said no the salmon like literally repeated it twice... So of course, about 30 minutes later we all get our entrées and he gets a steak put in front of him so mistakes happen and we totally understand that. The server put steak into the computer instead of the salmon but the problem is he finally got the salmon (after waiting about 10 mins after we had all gotten our entrees) was eating it halfway through and we realized that the kitchen just was trying to get the food out so we could all eat together It was 100% raw in the middle ... he was eating on the sides of it, and didn't realize about halfway through that, The salmon was completely not cooked. I understand that you're trying to get food put out so quickly because the server made a mistake, but the fact that the kitchen staff would just put something out there that was so bad and not cooked and can make you ridiculously sick with salmonella poisoning just blows my mind, especially when the dishes are $30-$65 a dish. The server kept apologizing which we appreciated, but it was just the principal that even though the dish is late, the kitchen should not be putting out food that is just not prepared or cooked and rushed and That will make someone sick. Server took the dish off and gave us a free dessert and then the dessert we ordered. They didn't even have it... So it's just obviously was not our night but the principal is I get and understand that accidents happen and mistakes are made but you should have your food thoroughly cooked through and not just rush something out there to get the plate out there, especially when you're paying this much money for food and dinner and a night out. I really loved this place but it was just such a bad experience and things just kept happening over and over and I felt bad for my friend bc I held Bennys and Mary's to such a high standard and it was just a horrible experience read more
I came in tonight with a group to celebrate a birthday and we all had a great experience. Our waitress Jessica was awesome, super personable and on top of everything. It's a very dark moody vibe in the restaurant with beautiful chandeliers and a huge bookcase adding to the overall experience. We started with some cocktails. I had the rum cannonballs which was fruity and refreshing. We then shared the cheese dumplings in tomato soup, ugh, it was so good. For my entree I enjoyed the Chilean sea bass. We were so full but decided to get a cheesecake to share around and they brought out a brownie with a candle for our birthday girl. Overall we had an awesome experience tonight, thank you so much for hosting our group, and special thanks to Jessica. read more
Everything we tried was delicious! We were surprised at how quickly the food came out, yet how good it was. The cheese dumplings are a MUST- so yummy and loved the presentation too! We also got the caesar salad, which you can never go wrong with and the poke that had a nice kick to it. For my entree, I got the chicken piccata, which was a generous portion. I definitely recommend sharing! Their drink menu is pretty unique, and nothing appealed to me so I just requested a lemon drop martini. read more
Benny and Mary's is located on the corner of Von Karman Ave and Michelson Drive in Irvine. There is a paid parking lot right across from the restaurant, and they will validate your parking stub at the host stand. We were in the area for another activity and happened to arrive around 3:30pm, so we sat in the bar area to take advantage of their happy hour which runs from 2pm to 6pm. The bar area is bright with a lot of windows, and we had a nice sunny view of palm trees and the fountain outside. There is also patio seating outside. The main dining room is spacious with high ceilings, and there is a lot of light from windows on the walls and skylights above. We started out with an appetizer and a round of cocktails. The Goat Cheese Tomato Crostini ($12 during happy hour, normally $17) comes with a good sized scoop of goat cheese and had a good tang. The tomato pesto sauce was good, but this appetizer definitely needs to come with more bread. Our server was happy to bring us another plate of toasted bread. I had the Adult Green Juice cocktail (Gin, Mezcal, Lime, Lemon, Pineapple, Cucumber, Ginger, Dill, Celery Bitters, Angostura Bitters, $16). It is served old-fashioned style with a large ice cube. The smokiness of the mezcal was at a good light to medium level. It was light and refreshing with some complexity. The cucumber and ginger flavors stood out to me. She had the Hibis-Kiss cocktail (Citrus Vodka, Framboise, Hibiscus, Strawberry, Pineapple, Lemon, topped with Brut Rose, $16). It was refreshing with a light sweetness and we mostly tasted strawberry and a little pineapple. It has a light bubbly finish. Next came entrees and a final round of cocktails. I had the Ribeye sandwich ($23). The meat was cooked medium and thin sliced. It had good flavor and wasn't chewy at all. The added cheese, mushrooms, onion strings, and arugula made it a very tasty sandwich. It was also very filling as I only ate half and took the rest home. The fries were hot and crispy the way I love them. I would definitely order this again in lieu of a regular dinner entrée. She ordered the Mediterranean Chopped Salad and added shrimp ($15 + $12). It looked good, but as soon as the bowl was set down, we smelled a strong fishy odor coming from the shrimp. She cut one of the shrimp in half and it was undercooked. She sent it back, and they took it off the bill. She didn't care to order anything else. My final cocktail was their off-menu take on a gimlet with cucumber ($16). It was light and refreshing and had some unexpected sweetness. The bartender said the sweetness was coming from the house made cucumber syrup. It was good, but a little too similar to my first drink, and I probably should have ordered something else. Her last cocktail was the Snake Oil (Blanco Tequila, Lillet Blanc, Lime, Grapefruit, Spicy Grapefruit Cordial, $16). It had a nice grapefruit flavor, but we didn't get any of the spiciness. Jamie was our bartender and server. He was friendly and provided good service. The shrimp on the salad was a big miss, but everything else was good. We will probably return again to try some other menu items. read more
Met up with my girlfriends during the weekend for an early lunch. It was not crowded at all on this Saturday early afternoon. We had reservations through open table, but that wasn't necessary at all. But it was better to be safe because you never know. Parking was simple and did not require validation on this particular weekend. The gate lifted automatically and no parking ticket was needed. It was our first time here and we enjoyed every minute of it. This is a spacious, elegant and modern space. Their kitchen is open as well. High ceilings provide a grand palatial experience. Dark and rich colors boasts throughout the interior decor. There's a speakeasy private dining room. You'll need a reservation to enjoy a table inside there. Dylan provided our service this afternoon and he did a splendid job. He had an upbeat positive demeanor. We decided to select items from the shareable section of the menu. He gave us some of his favorites and recommendations. Everything tasted delicious and was seasoned nicely. The one appetizer I would skip next time is be the tuna poke. It was just ok but nothing spectacular. I'd love to return to try other dishes and drinks. read more
The interior of Benny and Mary's is very quaint and unique. It has a nice vibe and they even have a private room hidden behind the bookshelf. It was pretty busy for a Tuesday night. The server taking care of us was on his third day of training and his trainer never stopped by to check on us. He did a good job though so no complaints. The food here was good, but nothing really wowed me. For appetizers we ordered the Grill Cheese Dumplings and Garlic Shrimp. The Grill Cheese Dumplings were a cool take on Grilled Cheese and Tomato Bisque. The soup was tasty. The Garlic Shrimp was okay. Not a lot of garlic flavor. For my entree I ordered the Chicken Milanesa. The cutlet was lightly breaded and reminded me of a Chicken Katsu. The whipped feta was a nice touch and paired well with the chicken. My friends ordered the Short Rib Stroganoff and the Black Sheep Smash Burger. The burger was good, but the patties weren't really smashed down enough to get a nice crust. The stroganoff lacked the creaminess youd expect. I might consider coming back, but definitely not in a rush to do so. read more
If comfort, charm, and a little touch of glamour had a love child, it would be Benny & Mary's. Let's start with the drinks: the Mexican "Abuelita" Mocha instantly transported me back to my childhood. It's rich, nostalgic, and tastes exactly like something your grandma would make with love on a chilly morning. Easily one of the best specialty mochas I've had in a long time. Brunch is king here -- served every day until 2pm (and until 3pm on weekends) -- so there's no excuse not to indulge. The short ribs chilaquiles were perfection: eggs cooked just right, tender short ribs, and a flavor profile that delivers depth without being overly spicy. It has a little bite, but the richness and seasoning truly shine through. On the sweeter side, Mary's French Toast is a dream with fresh berries and toasted coconut -- decadent without being over the top. Absolute sweet-tooth heaven. The ambiance is just as memorable as the food. Two separate private, intimate dining rooms make it perfect for date nights, celebrations, or a tucked-away experience. The spacious bar flows beautifully into an outdoor patio, and the velvet-like chairs and booths make you want to linger. The unique candle-like chandeliers add a warm, romantic glow that makes the whole place feel elevated yet cozy. A special shoutout to Brian Coleman, the General Manager, who shared that there are big things coming in 2026 -- possibly a DJ, live music, and specialty events on select days. This place is already impressive, so I can only imagine what's on the horizon. And don't forget Wine Wednesdays -- a reason to break up the week in the best way possible. Lastly, service: Lynelle was warm, courteous, and absolutely top-notch. Attentive without hovering and made the experience even better. Benny & Mary's isn't just a brunch spot... it's a whole vibe. Can't wait to go back and try their full menu! read more
5 months ago
I've now had 3 almost perfect experiences here so an upgraded rating is warranted. Service, including the amazing bartenders, is always great. Ambiance and vibes are super cool. Food is to die for! We shared the short rib fries and they were absolutely perfect. 10/10 no notes! The chicken Milanese was good too. And the matcha cocktail?! I don't normally choose whiskey but wow it was perfect! I love this restaurant and will probably be back for date night soon. read more
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Natasha P.
Thank you for spending your date night with us, Jessica! We’re glad…
The restaurant was surprisingly quiet for a Sunday evening around 5 p.m., and it stayed that way for most of our visit. The interior design definitely caught my attention. It was a mix of carefully curated decor that felt like 2010s art pop collided with the Gilded Age. We were seated in the "library" section, though the upbeat 2010s pop music playing over the speakers clashed a bit with the setting. Where Benny & Mary's really shined was the service. Our server was incredibly attentive and energetic. She knew the menu gave some great, descriptive explanations and recommendations. Drink-wise, the Punch Me cocktail tasted like a spicy fruit punch, while the Snake Oil had a strong smoky flavor. For food, I landed on the chicken Milanese after some deliberation. I'll admit, I cleaned my plate because I was hungry. But overall, it left me a bit underwhelmed. The couscous was tasty. It got brightness from the grape tomatoes and umami from the parmesan. But the sauce on the chicken was too mild and even had a few chunks of raw garlic. It was not bad enough to send back but lacking any flavor I was hoping for. The short rib with demi-glace I sampled from across the table, though, was deeply flavorful and perfectly cooked. For dessert, the berry ricotta cheesecake was beautifully balanced. It was light yet decadent, with just the right amount of sweetness and tang. read more
The service by Felton was ***** five star. The food was excellent, the Chicken and Waffles with Bacon was a $20 breakfast menu item that was cooked fresh to order and delicious. The portions and price were well worth it. If you break down the food, it's perfectly priced. read more
11 months ago
Benny and Mary's is a fusion food spot with unique decor. Came here with some friends for brunch on a Saturday. We made reservations, but we probably didn't need to because it wasn't busy. Seems like brunch is a collaboration with Toast, which we have enjoyed visiting in the past, so we were looking forward to dining here. Upon entering, we waited for a few minutes before checking in and being seated. There is a large bar with seating at the front. We were seated at the library which had dark floral curtains around large windows and velvet seating. There is also a hidden room in the library which seems good for private events. Ceilings are high, making the space feel very spacious. We only ordered food, no drinks. We ordered Mary's French Toast to share, a Veggie Scramble, Biscuits and Gravy, Chilaquiles, and a Florentine Benedict. The French Toast came out first. It was very good. The toast had crispy edges but was soft and fluffy in the middle. It was supposed to come with stone fruit, but came with berries instead. We asked for the Mango Lassi sauce on the side. It was very cardamom-heavy. I ordered the Florentine Benedict. Eggs were slightly undercooked (some of the white part was runny). The English Muffin was perfectly toasted and there was a good amount of spinach and tomatoes. The Hollandaise sauce was a bit too tart for my taste. My friends enjoyed their dishes and we all felt that the portion sizes were great. We did mention that we were celebrating birthdays and we were given complimentary brownies with candles. This was an unexpected, but very pleasant surprise, and much appreciated. Overall, giving Benny and Mary's a 4.5/5. Ambiance is amazing. Service is good, although a bit slow at times (we were waiting for ~10 minutes for our order to be taken and to get the check). Food came out quickly though. Food seems good quality. Staff are friendly. Would recommend others to visit and would come back to try the drinks and other menu items. read more
11 months ago
Was looking for a restaurant my friend hasn't been to for her birthday and found this gem! The vibes are there--dark, upscale academia. Dress up for dinner is a must in my opinion, Decor was grand and intentional with their color scheme. We both ordered their Chilean Sea Bass; it was incredible. Presentation looked inviting. Flavors were robust, creamy, and balanced with the various textures. Sea Bass cooked perfectly, not overdone or under, just perfectly tender and pairs so well with the couscous. We also ordered the Spicy Thai Salad to share. It was refreshing and simply a good salad. Looked fresh and crisp. As a spicy lover, it wasn't spicy IMO. My only critique would be to go a bit lighter on the salt for the Chilean Sea Bass dish. There's a lot of parking and they will validate for you. Easy to find once you see it. haha Can be easily missed since it does blend in with surrounding buildings. Staff were nice and attentive. This is my top places to take out friends and family for sure! read more
My girlfriends and I came here on a Sunday for brunch for our first time. The food was pretty good! I got the Mary's French toast and a side of biscuits and gravy. Also tried the short rib chilaquiles which was really good as well. We did wish they had the option of red sauce as well but it was only green sauce (tomatillo). Service was great. The servers kept coming back to refill our waters and check in on us. The inside was really cute and aesthetically pleasing with nice velvet chairs. Music was great too! Definitely would come back! read more
I've always wanted to try this restaurant so I finally made a weekend reservation. The moment I walked in, I noticed how beautiful the space was with velvet seats, warm lighting, and a cozy library inspired decor. Surprisingly it wasn't crowded which made for a relaxed atmosphere. I was hoping for a lunch menu, but they were only serving brunch which was fine. I ordered the multi-grain avocado toast with smoked salmon and my friend got the pancakes with strawberries. The food came out quickly and was beautifully presented. Everything was delicious especially the breakfast potatoes. Both entrees were flavorful and satisfying. Overall I had a great experience and would love to try their dinner menu next time. read more
I was very pleasantly surprised with the aesthetic quality of Benny and Mary's best inside and outside. On the outside it looks like a Tuscan villa and on the insight it has a very oaky and almost regal feel with the hidden speakeasy type setting. I had multiple drinks, however the Short Rib was a standout - The Braised Short Rib sits Atop Pomme Purée, Charred Asparagus, Demi-Glace and it is phenomenal. It's moist and flavorful and we received it at the height of dinner in less than 20 minutes it seems. The service was attentive and decisive in providing recommendations based on customer interest and restrictions. Would highly recommend! read more
7 months ago
idk what took me so long to visit benny and mary's. also, why was it so dead during our visit. this is such a beautiful gorgeous space. came here for late brunch with a girlfriend brought our frenchies ofc! i did make rez via opentable everyone there were all so nice and welcoming and present! i think it was bc of the frenchies LOL, i mean i would be :D benny and mary's is part of story and toast! LOVE ordered: Chicken & Waffles 20 Chicken Sandwich 17 BANANA COOKIE BUTTER PIE 13 everything was delicious! def will be back to try out other items off their brunch menu! parking: no issues, they will validate as well. read more
Very cool and trendy spot. Large open restaurant with a pretty bar and nice patio. We came for brunch, which had a good variety of food and drink options. Everything was tasty and good quality. Seemed pretty mellow for Saturday brunch. Staff members were nice, even allowing us to check out their speakeasy which is open at night with reservations. Def want to come back to see the speakeasy at night! read more
Been to this restaurant for happy hour a couple of times. My favorite is the truffle Parmesan fries! Love the cozy decor and color scheme that creates the feel of an upscale library. The service and experience were much better during our first visit, likely due to the fact that we went at 3pm when the restaurant was less crowded. read more
I've been longing to come here for a while now. The restaurant is truly beautiful and elegant with classy chandeliers, plush, blue chairs, and white tablecloths on their main dining room tables -- ideal for a celebration destination. Their Garlic Shrimp ($17) was a tasty, savory starter. While their Spicy Thai salad ($16, with Chicken + $5) had nice colors and textures, and a good amount of spiciness, its flavors didn't have me savoring each bite, longing for more. Their Dulce de Leche cake ($16) was moist and delicious -- as well as pretty -- a beautiful finish to lunch. Service was comfortably attentive and appreciatively completely unrushed; however, not warm or friendly. No small talk; in addition, with presents visible, it was obvious we were there celebrating an occasion; however, our server never acknowledged or even asked. Outside of our server, I'd be interested in returning to experience some of their interesting cocktails and other items off their menu. Complimentary parking in the 2 lots closest to their entrance door. read more
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Is this restaurant baby friendly?
Yes it is during the daytime it's a great place but mind you, parental supervision is common sense and proper etiquette at public locations to not inconvenience staff or other patrons of course. There are no play areas. It's spacious and serene…
Can it support 40 people company dinner?
Yes please email events@bennyandmarys.com
Is the ribeye steak sandwich still on the menu?
We went to dinner and it was not on the dinner menu. Their Rib-eye steak dinner entree is amazing though.
Is the burger no longer available for dinner? Didn't see it on the menu anymore
Lunch menu only
Do they do mocktails or non-alcoholic drink options?
Yes all of our house cocktails can be made into mocktails. You can also request a custom mocktail based on your tastes.
Is there a private dining room with a TV for projecting a powerpoint? How quiet is the room for doing a dinner seminar on a Tuesday or Thursday night?
they do have a speakeasy behind the library for private events
Hello, Is the speakeasy open yet?
Is it kid friendly?
No, I asked if it was to the hostess one time and they said no, I then asked a waiter and he said yes it was if he was serving. It's a bit dark and gatsby inside also no high chairs and boosters.
Are they dietary restriction friendly? Are there gluten free options?
When I ate there they actually asked us when ordering if we had any dietary restrictions. They were very willing to modify dishes if needed.
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