Another review! Once again, we brought our daughter to your special night for families like ours, got there with an early reservation (our daughter eats early!) and yet again had a very lovely time. I was trying to figure out what to do for our daughter's 13th birthday that wasn't too "little kid" themed and thought maybe we could do an early dinner before your typical crowd comes in. When I looked at your website it was like it was meant to be that ON her birthday you were having your special event. It was perfect. Food- she still prefers her safe food so her meal was the Golden Arches ;) but thank you for letting us bring it in for her. For mom and dad- this time instead of just appetizers we opted for an appetizer (garlic bread), and two main dishes: the pernil and the creamy chicken pasta. Everything was delicious. My husband took one bite of the pernil and I heard him say "oh yeah" lol. My chicken pasta was flavorful and had plenty of veggies and chicken and the portion was perfect for me to have leftovers at home. That garlic bread though-- you are not kidding around with that! It was very tasty! Thank you for the little birthday dessert, while we knew she wouldn't eat it, it was important for her to have the candle/singing experience. Then of course she made us eat it. (And yes it was also delicious.) Hope we can return on other nights both with our daughter and if ever possible for a mom and dad date night. There are many other dishes we want to try. read more

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Ok so first off came in they were closed until opening for dinner. Me and my husband just got done at the shooting range and their food looked AMAZING ON THIS APP!! Came in and they were closed preparing for dinner service. Thankfully the owner is literally the cutest and the sweetest she allowed us to have some drinks let me just tell u the MALIBU BARBIE MAKES U FEEL LIKE U ARE ON AN ISLAND SOMEWHERE!! 10/10 RECOMMEND! read more

Bistro 135 - I'm a Barbie Girl in a Barbie World. It's fantastic. #Malibu Barbie - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

Great food, great vibes, and really good music that set the perfect tone for the entire experience. This Puerto Rican restaurant truly delivered from start to finish. The atmosphere felt warm, welcoming, and full of life--like stepping into a place where you're not just a customer, but a guest. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure we felt comfortable and taken care of throughout our visit. You can tell they genuinely care about their guests and take pride in what they do. The food was full of flavor and tasted authentic, with every dish bringing something special to the table. Combined with the music and overall energy of the place, it made for an amazing dining experience. Definitely a spot I would come back to and recommend to anyone looking for good Puerto Rican food and a great time. read more

My favorite spot in Tracy, always great food and staff. Very relaxing outside dog friendly! read more

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Went back twice in one week! Another great experience! Came for brunch one day and had the cutest tower of mimosas! We then went at night for national martini espresso day and grabbed a couple espresso martinis. The service was amazing. I love the bartender. She is always so nice when she sees us. The drinks are delicious. I love the outdoor area one of my favorite places to hang out when I'm in town. read more

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Don't be deceived by what you see on Yelp--none of the foods shown were actually on the menu when I went. I ordered the Green Goddess Lasagna, and it was a huge disappointment. It had almost no flavor, looked more like a long crepe than lasagna, and tasted like plain marinara with sausage. Honestly, the lasagna they served in my middle school cafeteria was better.Also the appetizers were greasy and re-heated by re-frying them. Burnt and greasy. A tab for 3 people $200, it definitely wasn't worth the price. I couldn't even finish it. read more

Bistro 135 - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

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My wife & I recently took her parents out to brunch to celebrate my mother-in-law's birthday. My wife made the reservation a week in advance. We had a difficult time choosing from the menu, as there were many wonderful options. I ended up with the Power Couple, which is their version of steak and eggs, using hanger steak topped with a spicy chimichurri along with crispy fingerling potatoes. My wife ordered the Porky Farina, which is a savory cream of wheat topped with peril, bacon and onions. I also ordered a side of hot honey bacon for the table to share. My steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare, and the chimichurri offered a nice kick (but not too spicy). My wife enjoyed her meal, though it was on the heavier side and she took half home for breakfast the next day. After brunch, we shared a dessert among the four of us. As it was my MIL birthday, they offered a complimentary glass of champagne or a dessert. As she doesn't drink much alcohol, she chose the apple crisp dessert, which came hot from the oven. A perfect way to end the meal All in all, we had a wonderful experience. The service was very good, and the table had a cute touch-enabled electric candle. If you wanted service or the bill, just touch the candle to change the color to notify the staff. It's an elegant way to get their attention. I'm looking forward to our next meal here, probably for their dinner service. read more

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I definitely don't want to be that person, but I'm going to have to. Only cause I think this place has potential, but the food quality has been bad. I'm just not a fan of the menu, or the food. The last time we were there the food was cold, and just not good. I had the Mofongo once and it was really good. Then I tried the polio con arroz and it was mid to bad. Also the drinks are always made with the cheapest tequila known to man. I always have to ask what tequila are they using. Really sad when the prices are like 14-20$ a drink, and they use horrific tequila. Chillis is giving better margaritas out. If you're going to claim to be a higher price establishments the good and beverages need to speak to that. The ambiance is nice . read more

There have been so many new restaurants opening up in my hometown of Tracy. It's sometimes difficult to decide whether to go to a tried-and-true favorite or try a new place. Well, I hadn't been to Bistro 135 in years. They had a refresh, so I was essentially trying a new place. And a refresh it was! I remember the place having farmhouse/woodsy vibes. But now it's sleek and modern with a black and gold color scheme. And the lights on the table aren't just for ambiance, but are functional. It's color coded depending if you need assistance or are ready to pay. I love it when decor also has a purpose more than just being pretty. My family and I were there for brunch and the options match the decadent decor. I got the Dream Team, which is their chicken and waffles. But it's more than that - the waffles had bacon and plantains in the batter. It was served with a side of spicy maple syrup and their house hot sauce. The portions were huge! I was able to finish the two pieces of chicken thighs, which were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. But I couldn't finish the waffle. I had in my mind that the plantains would be sweet, but they weren't so I couldn't discern it from the rest of the waffle. It was still good, though. The sweetness from the maple syrup was all the sugar I needed. And I liked that it had a kick, which you can amp up with their hot sauce, which tasted like Frank's Red Hot Sauce. My mom got the chilaquiles, which also was a large portion. The salsa roja had just enough heat and the chips were crunchy. My dad got the omelette of the day, which came with spinach, tomatoes, goat cheese, and a side of couscous salad. It looked small against our gigantic dishes, but the portion was just right as the omelette was filled. The couscous salad was delightfully vinegary and the arugula wasn't bitter at all. We also ordered the BEC empanadillas, which were small breakfast empanadas with bacon, egg, and cheese served with hot honey. They were delicious- crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside from the fluffy eggs. And the hot honey added a slight sweet heat. And the drinks were also good! I got the Citrus Squeeze that had blood orange and lemon. It was citrusy with a bit of tartness. My dad a cucumber coconut mocktail that was so refreshing. And the dessert was amazing! My dad loves tiramisu and he thought it was on the menu. He had misread that it was a cocktail. But our server suggested the tres leches cake that had a mocha base. When she left to place the order, I commented on whether there was a recipe for a tiramisu tres leches cake. The tres leches cake tasted what I imagined would be a tiramisu tres leches cake thanks to that mocha based. I don't even like tiramisu, but I would order this cake again because the flavors and textures were so good. The mocha wasn't overpowering nor too sweet. Though I prefer a wetter tres leches, the crumb on this one was just right. And service was fantastic! Our server explained their new concept and was attentive despite how busy it was. Because I grew up in a time where Tracy was still a small town, I get taken aback sometimes when I see Bay Area prices at restaurants. But the food was delicious with generous portions and the staff were fantastic. If we want nice restaurant options in Tracy, then we have to support business like this one that provide substance and style. And I also have to remember Tracy isn't so small anymore. And we deserve a downtown with a good mix of retail and restaurants at all price points. read more

My boyfriend and I came here for a date night and we were so impressed! The restaurant is aesthetic and elegant inside. I loved how well decorated it was. It was just my vibe! The food was amazing. I had the creamy chicken pasta.. and YUM. It was rich, full of flavor, and a good portion (i even took home left overs). Our waitress was really friendly and made the experience even better. I also ordered the prickly pear margarita and it was perfect! Refreshing and not too sweet. It can be hard finding many dinner spots in Tracy, but Bistro 135 definitely delivered. We just moved to the area and we really enjoyed ourselves. We will absolutely be back! read more

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I recently tried the tomato bisque. I was expecting creamy. It was anything but. It was intensely tomato. Think we'll seasoned tomato puree. I was glad I only ordered a cup. A bowl would have been too much. I ate about 3/4 of it. It paired really well with the garlic bread my Mocktail tasted like a complex peach ice tea. Not bad. I wanted dessert, but found the soup and bread to be quite filling. Nice staff as usual. Don't recommend the dish, but still love the atmosphere. read more

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Food was amazing, as always! We're new to the area and have been here quite a few times already. And every single time it's been great! One of our favorite date nite spots! Service is always on point! Tried the all you can eat pasta today....yummy combos! Alfredo was so good! Had it twice! We also had the new mushroom pasta, so good! Must try! read more

My first brunch at Bistro 135 last weekend. I never review a business but this time I had to. It's the pure, honest care that the staff showed to me and old mother. I am grateful to them for being so respectful and mindful of her age. The extra trips they made to our table to ensure that she was comfortable. The care they took to make sure her drinks were not very cold- just the sheer thoughtfullness of it all - thank you thank you thank you!!. I will always come back to you for the fact that you cared so much. After all, a restaurant is not only about the food that was served but how much thought went into the process of serving it to your guests. I will never forget. read more

The clarified Mai Tai was an excellent drink!! I think they might be upping their cocktail game!! Nice

The three stars is for the drink and the customer service only. The food has consistently been terrible to lackluster, and very overpriced. I hadn't been in a while, however i decided to give them another try during lunch, and noticed the meal had been revamped. My pleasant waitress also let me know the had a new chef as well, so I was excited to try. The drink (I think I ordered a lavender lemon drop), was very good. For my entree I ordered the shrimp scampi. Now I love lemon but when I tell you all I tasted was lemon like someone drenched it all in lemon juice. The waitress noticed me struggling to eat it (as I hate to complain) and offered to have the chef make an Alfredo for me. She was very kind and I was grateful however, when the Alfredo came, it had no flavor at all, and the noodles were hard. Needless to say I was disappointed. Unfortunately will not be returning unless it's for drinks read more

Bistro 135 - Lavender lemon drop - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

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We went on Valentine's Day weekend hoping to try the scallops, but they weren't available due to the limited menu. I'm a pescatarian with a citrus allergy, so I made it very clear that I could not have lemon in my drink or my shrimp scampi. My drink arrived garnished with a dried orange and had to be remade. When the scampi came out, it also tasted like lemon and had to be sent back. The remade dish came out noticeably smaller, which was disappointing. The risotto ball appetizer was genuinely great -- the best part of the meal. However, having to repeatedly address a citrus allergy and then receiving a reduced portion left a bad impression. The manager discounted 20% off the drink -- about $3 on a $105 bill -- which felt more like a formality than a real resolution. Busy holiday or not, food allergies should be taken seriously. Unfortunately, the service overshadowed the food, and I won't be returning. read more

Bistro 135 - Arancini - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

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This was an amazing brunch experience, and a hidden gem right here in Tracy! I'm a Bay Area native and it's often hard to find good places in the Valley. The service was excellent and the food was great. The aesthetic is on point as well as the music. I give it a 10/10. I recommend the Chicken and Waffles, definitely will be a regular spot for me. read more

Bistro 135 - Chicken and Waffles - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

Love love love the ambience and the food ! I love the changes they have made to the menu - it's tasty, it's authentic and it's worth every dollar ! I love their Sunday Brunch social which has all you can eat menu and bottomless drinks ! My Sunday is made !!! read more

Bistro 135 - Benedict Banger - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

On my first visit I was impressed. We were warmly greeted on our arrival and were thanked for coming as we departed. My friend ordered chicken wings (appetizer) and a Manhattan drink. I ordered a Caesar Salad without Caesar Dressing with beets. A special order that was prepared exactly as requested. Our food was delicious. Our service was great. The restaurant is small yet cozy. We will return soon. read more

Dined there tonight.. menu is completely now Cuban and the Cuban food is NOT GOOD. Sorry! Spent over 300 for 3 of us and my daughter didn't even touch her seafood risotto. Go back to your original menu. If it's gonna be Cuban at least make it amazing. Food was cold and bland. We won't be back! read more

I learned about this place on Instagram and my family finally made it out to check it out. We had a few appetizers, tasty drinks and the garlic shrimp and steak mofongo. Not too bad. I suggest setting up a reservation before going because they were going to seat us outside at first. They had a DJ when we were there Saturday night. Menu mentioned happy hour for a couple hours 4 to 6 ( check the hours). If in the area, I'd check out more items on the appetizer menu. read more

Place was amazing, ambiance, music, food. They are cooking here, no cap! My kids say that lol. But in all honesty this place crushed it. Definitely will be back! read more

Bistro 135 - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

Wanted somewhere nice to have a few drinks. This place hits the spot! The Lychee drink was to die for... The ambiance was great, great music and nice staff. Service was awesome. Everyone is always so nice. read more

We had a really good experience, and Iza made it wonderful. He attended to our table with such professionalism and warmth. From the moment we were seated, he was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was just right without ever being intrusive. He checked in at the perfect times, answered our questions patiently. Food and drinks here are really good as well. What stood out the most was his genuine attitude, he made us feel welcome and well taken care of throughout the entire meal.We Thank you, Iza, for your excellent service, we'll definitely be coming back! read more

Bistro 135 - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

Had a great experience at Bistro 135 the other night. The atmosphere was welcoming, the place felt clean and comfortable, and the service was friendly and attentive from the moment we walked in. It's the kind of local spot that makes you want to come back and try more of the menu. I ordered one of their burgers, and overall it had really good flavor with fresh toppings and a nicely toasted bun. The only small downside was that the burger itself was a little on the dry side. It didn't take away from the meal completely, but with just a bit more juiciness it would have been excellent. Aside from that, everything else about the visit was enjoyable. The staff was great and the overall vibe made it a nice place to sit back and relax with a good meal. Definitely a solid local spot in Tracy and worth checking out -- I'd happily go back and try some of their other dishes. read more

Had such a wonderful experience at Bistro 135 -- Amazing chef! Delicious dishes! And the BEST server in town -- Jelani! She's got the charm, the smile, and that personal touch that makes every guest feel special! read more

Bistro 135 - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

We arrived early at 7:15pm for our 7:30pm reservation. We were sat at 7:45pm, and was quite hungry by this point considering another couple showed up after us, yet were sat before us. The mac was piping hot and tasty, and a bit spicy. I would get it again. I honestly could've been full with just the mac and the bread and my drink, and skipped the entree. They were out of the protein for the risotto, so I picked the sirloin steak. It was cooked as requested but was a bit salty. The risotto was cheesy and generous portion. The bread was good, per usual. I took my dish to-go bc it was just too much food. My non-alcoholic beverage was tasty. We've had the same server a few times. Service was okay, but could've been better. Definitely make a reservation otherwise you may possibly snag a spot at the bar or wait a while. A family of 5 came in after us, no reservation and were quoted a 40 min wait but they only waited about 10-15min.:) read more

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Surprised by how good the food was. Whole family enjoyed weekend brunch menu. Everyone ordered something different, Chicken and Waffles, Crab Benedict, Camarillo, Biscuits with Gravy was all good.! read more

I have been debating about leaving this review for months because the service and ambiance were spot on and the place was pretty clean.. the food however tasted OK, i came on a saturday for the brunch menu, but i couldn't finish it because the eggs were under cooked or had too much of something going on in the mix but my belly began to feel unsettled by the time I left the establishment....maybe less than 15mins after that I was violently ill feeling as if I got a stomach bug, fever and chills..it last about 48-72hrs I wont be back for brunch, maybe a cocktail. Im guessing this doesn't happen often (hopefully) just beware. Staff and establishment is super nice though. Please note I did not report the issue or specify the date I visited the establishment but if you (manager) would like I can provide that information. This review isn't to but this place down however this was my experience for brunch first meal of the day for me. If you would like a more formal expression of my concerns I can follow up by email with any receipts you need to understand my experience was legitimate. This didnt seem like any form of accountability, just denial, and thats frustrating because I withheld this review mainly because everything else was great, if I didn't get so ill afterwards I wouldn't have even mentioned how unsatisfied I was with the flavor or presentation of the meal it self. read more

Date night, the place was crowded but they got us a table anyway. It feels nice to be treated like family! read more

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Driving from the Bay Area to the central Valley, we discovered bistro 135 scrolling through yelp looking for a place to stop for dinner. We got a reservation but arrived a little early so we sat at the bar waiting for a table. It was so pleasant sitting at the bar that we canceled our table reservation and decided to eat there. Kennedy, our bartender was so sweet and so good at her job! Let me just tell you she makes a divine pineapple jalapeño margarita! We couldn't decide what we wanted off the menu so we ordered a variety of appetizers just to try several of them since we have never been there. We had the ribs and we had two different kinds of spring rolls, we got the shrimp and everything was pretty good. If we're ever driving through Tracy and needing a place to stop for food and we will be back to Bistro 135. read more

This was a terrible let down. Weve been here before but apparently this is under new ownership or management? The food was definitely better before. The service was HORRIBLE. it was not even crowded (empty tables in dining room) but somehow took 40min for our food to come, half of which were simple things like salads, spaghetti, and a burger. Drinks weren't good. Our kid's pasta came out last and was literally STEAMING HOT. They clearly do not have kids or care because it was bizarre that the adult meals were room temp and the kids meal CAME OUT LAST AND WAS PIPING HOT. Asked for water refills multiple times only to have to ask again. Food was not as appears in pics (so much nicer in online menus). so disappointed. Feel horrible that this was what I took my mom to tor mothers day. We expected and had better here before. Horrible! read more

Nice ambience and the food was tasty. My concern with the restaurant was the service and the price. Though the server was nice, he was very slow. The bill was also very expensive. I was charged $75 for a steak that was priced $50 on the menu. I feel the price of the steak listed on the menu should have been reflected on the bill. My family has been to nicer restaurants in the bay area as well as Southern California and paid less. Not sure it was worth the price, but overall we had a decent experience. read more

Bistro 135 - Ribeye Steak - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

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Our first time here and it did not disappoint. Ambiance, impeccable service, delicious food! Left super full. read more

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The Heirloom tomato salad with burrata was delicious! Will order again! The only problem was the croutons were cut a bit too large, you could chip a tooth or choke, would recommend to make smaller pieces. The service was as usual, excellent. Nice ambiance with chandeliers, but casual enough to dress casual read more

Bistro 135 - Heirloom tomato salad with Burrata - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

I went w family at 1130 and did not leave until close to 200. They were understaffed and took half hour for coffee and had to ask twice for a cup. Then after a hour and a half the meal came my toast was burned and cold and then the poached egg on top was cold and the arugula under the egg had no flavor. It was the worst meal in ten years. For four adults and two kids the meal came to 160. And tip 30. And this is the food and service I received. I was shocked that they asked this much for such bad food and service and I would have been better off at a deli. My friend's meal also was cold and really poor the Harvest which had mostly greens. So crazy anyway. It was noisy and loud a small room the only good thing was the decor and table cloths and lighting just beautiful. Maybe it was just a bad day however, it was my bad day there. read more

Had a reservation for 7:15, got there a little early but was seated right away by 7:10. Sat there until 7:30 before our server finally decided to take our order after just talking to some men she seemed to know for a long time. Appetizers were great, Jalapeno Artichoke dip and garlic bread was delicious. Drinks were very good as well. Ordered 2 Chicken Picattas but were told they were out of the smashed potatoes and instead offered fingerling potato. Chicken was dry and rubbery, decided to send it back and close the tab. Spoke to some other patrons on the way out and they told us just to stick to the appetizers, that the entrees are average at best. My last complaint is that they don't serve a regular steak. Their steak comes up in the garlic soup and is pre cut. Need a regular entree for steak, potatoes and asparagus. read more

Bistro 135 - Dry and rubbery Chicken Piccata. Not good. - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

Early Valentine's Day dinner at Bistro 135 was amazing!!! The staff were incredible and very attentive. The food was delicious! The restaurant was full of energy and positive vibes. Had the opportunity to chat with the general manager Dilshod. He's a great guy and you can see he loves his job. Addy is the perfect hostess and always greets us with love. Must try the espresso martini! Best one in town! This is our go to spot for any occasion. read more

Bistro 135 - Italian Near Me - Tracy, California

The two stars I am giving are because the service was decent but the new menu and food is awful. I went in for their brunch, specifically the chilaquiles that are still advertised online and I've had before. When I arrived I was disappointed to see the whole menu has been revamped to be Cuban x Italian fusion and they actually don't serve chilaquiles anymore. The new menu was more pricey than the last and the food options didn't scream breakfast/ brunch. My husband and I gave it a shot anyways and were both disappointed with our plates. His meal lacked flavor and was dull. The hash browns on his plate were burnt and his eggs were runny. I had the French toast and it didn't have any syrup. We asked for syrup and black pepper and it arrived at the end of our meal. In my opinion, the new menu seems overly forced. The remodeling looks great but I wish the food matched. I'll be making the drive to Monica's in Livermore for brunch moving forward. read more

My daughter lives 3 hours away, so Tracy is a perfect "meet in the middle" spot. I always prefer to give a small business my support vs go to a big chain restaurant. I decided that we would try Bistro 135 for the first time on Mother's Day. The decor is really beautiful, clean and modern. They had a cute little balloon photo opp area set up for the families. The owners and staff are very friendly. The menu was creative and the food was delicious. Had a few hiccups with our waitress and the timing of food coming out but the restaurant manager explained that unfortunately multiple staff members called out last minute, hence the little mistakes here and there. I really enjoyed the ambiance and the management/owners were very kind and caring people, so I'm looking forward to future meals with my daughter at this establishment. read more

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