Orchard City Kitchen seriously nailed brunch…read more We went yesterday and ordered a mix of sweet, savory, and drinks, and every single thing hit. The cinnamon roll pancakes were insane, fluffy, and topped with a cream that made it feel like dessert in the best way. The KFC (Korean fried chicken) was perfectly crispy with so much flavor, and paired so well with the sauce. We also got the BBB (bacon, bread & butter), and the bacon alone was unreal thick, caramelized, and honestly one of the best parts of the whole meal. The tater tot poutine was pure comfort food but a bit overwhelming with the amount of gravy and cheese making everything much soggier than I liked. I'd definitely leave that dish behind next time. The spicy noodle dish with the jammy egg and chili oil sauce was also a hit. It was simple but packed with flavor and had just the right amount of heat for a good appetizer. We also got a jug of mimosas (strawberry guava + passion fruit mango), which were so good--light, refreshing, and perfect for brunch. The vibe was lively but still cozy enough to sit and actually enjoy your time. Overall, everything felt really intentional from the flavors to the presentation. Definitely one of those spots where you leave already planning your next visit. Overall the staff and food were on par definitely have made a repeat visitor out of me now.

Always a great meal at Orchard City Kitchen. We stopped by today for lunch. I made a reservation…read moreat Open Table, though we also showed up when they opened so it probably would not have been too much of a wait. Their lunch menu is a little more straightforward than the dinner menu. We did order the fry bread appetizer which had a ton of cheese on it, making it very filling. I really enjoyed my sandwich, though it was gigantic! I always have an enjoyable meal here, fun place to sit. We love their outdoor patio. Also I was reminded they have a nice happy hour.

We've never heard of this place before, and decided to go because we had a gift card. The place is…read morenice with semi-industrial look. It has two floors and plenty of TVs to watch sports. We ordered the following: (1) spicy Margarita (2) lager beer (by Del Cielo) (3) ceviche appetizer (4) buffalo style cauliflower appetizer (5) mushroom burger with garlic fries (6) blue cheese burger The experience was great and food/drinks were 10/10. My only issue were the obvious crumbs on two of the four velvet chairs - they were probably busy but just a small request to kindly clean off the chairs when wiping the table for next guests. I'm not going to knock it a star. I still give it 5 and will be back.

Met friends at Water Tower for dinner. All of our food was very good. The lettuce wraps are so…read moregood. Drinks are some of the best. The churro waffle for dessert was super tasty. Friendly staff and a fun place to meet up with friends.

Food was good. I had ordered the fun size Crabcake Benedict, & the fun size Banana Pancakes. Love…read morethat they have the FUN SIZE OPTIONS!! That way you could try a little of each. Service was great!! Our server was so friendly & helpful!! Ambiance was modern & cute. I will def be back.

Had the Breeze Breakfast Board, Crab cakes Benedict and garlic fries…read more One of the best garlic fries. Fresh cut potatoes with lots of minced garlic and grated Parmesan cheese. Every string of fries was garlicky good. Liked that the crab cakes from the Benedict did not taste overwhelmingly seafoody. The hollandaise sauce was very mild; didn't have the classic buttery slightly lemon flavor. Side of hashbrown with crispy toasty outside layer. The Breakfast board was enough for 3 people. Came with sausages, good smoke bacon strips and thick juicy slice of ham as proteins. French toast was the best carb on this board. Could taste the cinnamon; nicely soaked without any dry bread layer. Both the waffles and pancakes were pretty dense. Waffles had more vanilla flavor. Also came with fruits which were sweet. Good value. Food took about 15 min. Was about 20 minutes to get a table on a Sunday morning. Parking was a little difficult as the parking lot is shared with a grocery store. Would go again to try other items.

Food was pretty good and service was about the same. Nothing over and above however the dessert was…read morereally good. I would recommend this restaurant to others.

It was a special occasion so I went to Blossom and Bourbon. I am leery of higher end restaurants,…read morebut B&B delivered in taste and portion size. You truly get your money's worth at this restaurant. I started with the chicken lollipops and those were excellent. Mac and Cheese was one of the best I have ever had. I would come back in just for that. The barbecue beef ribs came with THREE big ribs and the meat just fell off the bone. The service was great and the restaurant is beautiful. This spot is perfect for a date night.

Wow! Everything was so good here and the service was amazing too. The owner took the time to…read moreexplain to us the inspiration behind the dishes and that really made the restaurant super inviting. We started with the crab crostini and the Brussels sprouts. The crab was very fresh and each crostini had a large portion of crab on top. The Brussels sprouts were very crispy and very umami with the cheese and bacon combination mixed in. The empanada was honestly a showstopper. I don't know how to describe it other than you have to try it. Both pastas were good but I prefer the mushroom one over the short rib ragu. The halibut was also good, and the basil sauce made it even better. I was already super impressed with everything but I think the stars were the 2 desserts. The Dubai cheesecake was an Italian style cheesecake, so it was a lot lighter than I was expecting (which was welcomed) and captured the essence of Dubai chocolate without being too overwhelming. The Lira in Wonderland was also SO good. It had a crown of cotton candy and was a mix of biscoff cookies, dehydrated red velvet cake (don't knock it till you try it), butterscotch sauce, and strawberries. I was honestly blown away by this meal.

This was supposed to be a special birthday dinner date that my husband meticulously planned for me,…read morebut it turned into the most horrendous dining experience I've ever had. We dined at Lira on November 14th. The Service (or Lack Thereof): The Menu Shortage: We arrived for our 6:45 PM reservation only to be told by the manager that they didn't have enough menus. We were told they'd bring them "later." Ignored for 35+ Minutes: We sat with nothing but water for over half an hour. To make matters worse, a table of six was seated after us and received their full entrees while we were completely ignored. The Drink Mess: After 40 minutes, the server told me they were out of ingredients for my drink. When I picked a second option, she tried to insist I wanted a drink with celery (my most despised vegetable). We thankfully stopped her before it was made, but the incompetence was staggering. The Food Fiasco: An hour into our reservation, someone dropped off a scallop dish. A while later, a server asked if I'd "received the scallops yet," and I realized the plate I was eating wasn't even intended for our table. We were so starving that my husband and I just shared them. Once we finished, the server finally asked my husband if he "still wanted his meal or if he wanted to cancel it." I finally lost my cool - of course he still wanted his dinner! The Aftermath: My husband didn't realize that my friends had actually made a separate reservation to take me back to this same spot the following night for a second birthday celebration. After this performance, there was no way I was going to step foot in this building again or give them another cent of our money. I texted my friends from the table to cancel those reservations and book elsewhere. With service this disorganized and insulting, this restaurant won't be in business long. Super disappointing. Don't waste your special occasions here. *Edit - it looks like Lira has closed. With the service we experienced, I am not surprised in the slightest. I am hopeful that whichever future business occupies this space is more successful.

That would be our server, Emily. She was outstanding, no matter how busy she was, she made us feel…read moreHeard and appreciated she was terrific. Now, a couple of points to cover. 1. It will be busy you will have to wait, but let me tell you the turnover of the tables by the staff is its own ballet. And once you are shown to your table the wait will be worth it. Point number two order potatoes that are fried in duck fat and sprinkled with garlic and parsley. *if all. I did was return in the future for those potatoes and nothing more the trip is worth it. Now the place is loud and busy and you would not want it any other way the energy is contagious the "Ambiance" is simple you are glad to be there and the employees are glad you are there too.

Popular American brunch spot, well-lit and decent indoor and outdoor seating. Servers are friendly…read moreand helpful. Didn't need a reservation to sit, but I assume it's much more crowded on the weekends. Parking was fine. Ordered French toast, avocado toast with poached egg, carnitas Benedict, and Churro waffles. Honestly, everything was a bit average and lacking flavor. The churro waffles were by far the favorite and the best deal, price to taste-wise. Definitely get it if you're gonna try anything here. Otherwise, Bloom was slightly lackluster for me. Nothing terrible, but I prefer Sweet Maple as a brunch spot.

I ordered the avocado crab toast with dungeness crab, miso butter, soft scrambled eggs, arugula,…read moreand trout roe. It was good, but I think the portion was on the smaller side for the price. Service was really good though. We sat outside since I had my dog with me, and the waitress brought out a water bowl for my dog without me even asking, which I thought was a really nice touch. Overall a solid spot, especially if you're sitting outside. Good service and a nice, relaxed vibe.

The Table was a really big miss for me. The outside of the restaurant was very cute, and the inside…read morehad nice vibes. From the start, the waitstaff was standoffish and not very friendly. When we were seated, we were given a list of items that were not available. I originally wanted to try the pancakes but ended up ordering the chicken sandwich instead. This was genuinely one of the worst chicken sandwiches I have ever had. It was extremely gristly, fatty, and made with dark meat, which felt like an odd choice for a chicken sandwich. I'm not sure why this cut of chicken was used. The fries were alright, but they did not come with the sandwich and cost an additional $5. Our total came to almost $90 for three entrees with no beverages. I was especially frustrated because my sandwich was inedible. For the price and quality, I will not be returning and would not recommend this place.

Ezequiel was amazing! His service and attitude was positive, and he was very attentive. Definitely…read morerecommend this spot for a big menu and good service.

For any restaurant to get a full five star rating, I believe that it has to be a blend between the…read morequality of food, food service and ambience. Jack's restaurant and bar hit all three, but it wouldn't have been possible without our waiter, Benjamin. He was super friendly, patient and all his recommendations hit the nail on the head. It's because of him that we are going to come back to this delicious restaurant. Try the lamb chops, green salad with blue cheese, chicken skewers entree (our favorite) and the soups were an unexpected surprise.

Michael is a wonderful waitress, friendly, welcoming, and incredibly patient. She took the time to…read moreexplain everything on the menu and helped us decide what to order when we were unsure. :) We had a great experience during Happy Hour, which was honestly unexpected because our first visit last year was a little disappointing. Thankfully, we decided to give this place a second chance, and we're so glad we did. The food was tasty and delicious, and the service was fast as well. We will definitely be coming back!

The staff made my dad's 80th birthday perfect…read more I organized a casual drop-in gathering for my dad's 80th -- no private event, no deposit, just a large group coming and going over four hours. Toni worked with me over the phone to make it happen, and when there was a small miscommunication about the vibe I was going for, she course-corrected instantly -- not just in communication but in the actual setup. That kind of pivot is rare. The outside area was ideal for our group of roughly 60 throughout the day -- a mix of high tops, low tops, and couches that gave everyone somewhere to land. Heat lamps on when we needed them, off when we asked. Ellie and Shailyn were exceptional the entire time. I had to leave before I could personally thank the staff, which I regretted -- so I'm saying it here. This was exactly what I hoped it would be for my dad. Thank you, Toni, Ellie, and Shailyn. -- Anton

Reservations were made for a birthday. Reservations highly recommended!…read more 2 floors with a beautiful staircase and nice, roomy bar area with open kitchen. Very lively with dimmed lighting,beautiful ambience. Food and drinks were all around enjoyed and yummy. Really nice place to grab drinks and small bites, maybe not for a full meal! Will gladly return when in the area

Nice location, great indoor ambience, has this rain forest, lush vibe…read more Food is good with decent price, which is very hard to find in today's Bay Area. Some of their food has a Filipino twist. My favorite is the egg Benedict and duck config. The bread in egg Benedict is crusty outside, fluffy and buttery inside. And the duck is soft inside, and the skin is nicely roasted. What I like a lot is the details they do to get the whole experience elevated. They have the cute happy birthday cards and a hook on the table side to hang the to go bag. Overall, very good experience, will come back to try the dinner menu.