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    Darla Cafe

    3.9 (253 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 2:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed

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    Allison V.

    A darling Asian-American fusion cafe in downtown Saratoga! This neighborhood gives Stars Hollow vibes. With so many interesting options on the menu, our party shared a couple plates: Loco Moco 1: Wagyu beef patty was nice and tender Loco Moco 2: I preferred this version with the Karaage Ricotta Pancakes: initially drawn to this because of the Yuzu glaze! However, I found the sauce to be bitter and the batter too cakey to my liking. Overall, great presentation of food, but the taste fell a bit short of expectations. Service was slow, possibly since we were sitting outside, but the staff were very nice and welcoming. There was plenty of parking in the back lot. If you're not in a rush and looking for a solid brunch spot, Darla would still be a great option!

    Leslie N.

    The ambiance is cozy, w/ plenty of seating. There is a parking lot behind the restaurant. Service was slow and food took too long to come out but they are understaffed that day. The bathrooms were not clean. The food was alright. I like how unique the menu items are. I would not be back, but it was a good try!

    garden scramble
    Margaret T.

    Cute brunch spot in Saratoga with friendly service, but not really special in terms of the dishes. Met up with a friend for a late weekday lunch and staff kindly accommodated my dog. I got the garden scramble ($21) which came with a piece of toast and a serving of potatoes/sweet potatoes. It wasn't really anything mind-blowing but felt fairly healthy and I had a good portion to take home for a second serving. I also got the yok lor coffee ($6.50) which is basically Thai iced coffee with milk. They said it was similar to Vietnamese iced coffee and I immediately followed up by asking whether it would be very sweet. Our server said he would be able to make it less sweet, and he absolutely delivered!

    Loco moco no 2
    Ankitha D.

    Came with 3 other friends on a Saturday month for brunch at about 10 pm. It wasn't busy at all and parking was easy to find behind the building. We were seated immediately, the cafe was super cute and a nice vibe for brunch. The menu had interesting drinks, so most of us ordered the yok lor ice coffee but less sweet. It was really good honestly and tasted like a coffee version of Thai Tea. Loved that it wasn't too sweet. I ordered a loco moco no 2 with chicken karaage. I will say, our orders took the LONGEST time to come out, and everyone's food came out one at a time. The staff didn't check up on us at all and were really slow. Other tables got their food faster than we did. By the time our food came out, it was cold. My chicken was quite dry and I wasn't super impressed by it. It was sweeter than I expected. My friend ordered the Turkish eggs and she said it was way sweeter than normal too. We got a pancake to share with the table and that was delicious. But I really wanted my savory option to work out lol. I just ate it cus I was too hungry at that point since they took so long to bring out the food. The menu choices honestly looked so good and I'm sad it was kinda disappointing. I don't think I would come back for this tbh.

    Chef's Special: "Thai-Green Fusion" Beef Rib w/ turmeric rice, salad, tzatziki ($35) + Breakfast Plate: Eggs, bacon, rainbow potatoes ($19)
    Cherylynn N.

    I'm surprised Darla Café was so chill on the weekend. Places that offer Bottomless Mimosas can get wild and ratchet (anyone remember Lime in The Castro?). I can't do mimosas anymore but it's fun to watch the drunken shenanigans. "Dis iz meeeee after 10 miiiimooooosaaaas" *Faceplants on table* Darla Café opened two years ago and has been on my list to try after reading the owners are three friends from SF. And, with a menu that looks to be inspired by popular SF brunch spots like Sweet Maple, Blackwood, and Son & Garden. Unlike other hot brunch spots, Darla Café accepts rezzies which is a big plus! We visited on a Saturday around 11 am and was shocked that there was no line or wait, and there were only a couple of tables eating. M E N U AZN fusion brunch fare and Modern Thai dinner fare. Beer, wine, and low abv cocktails (sake and soju). Bottomless mimosas for $25 pp (90 minute limit). F O O D * Chef's Special: "Thai-Green Fusion" Beef Rib w/ turmeric rice, salad, tzatziki ($35): https://tinyurl.com/yc6t56k7 Staff said, this was a Thai and Greek fusion dish. Seemed interesting enough to try but when it arrived, it was just two different cuisines plated together. It felt disjointed and the flavor combo didn't work. My fav part of the dish was the biryani-like rice, fragrant and served hot. The beef rib was meaty and tender but didn't have much flavor and could have been warmer. The undressed greens w/ cucumbers+ pickled onions and tzatziki was fine but seemed like random plate fillers. I wish they didn't water down the nam jim (thai chili dipping) so much but understandable for the area. I asked if they had thai chilies, thai chili powder, or sriracha (basically any AZN hot sauce) but was told they only had tabasco or cholula. * Breakfast Plate: Eggs, bacon, rainbow potatoes ($19) The scrambled eggs were more like a thin omelet with browning. Served with two thin slices of bacon, and a mound of crispy breakfast potatoes seasoned with an earthy truffle oil (best thing on the plate!) * Sides: https://tinyurl.com/4u8ajzbb - Avocado ($4) - Chicken Sausage ($8) - Fries ($5) Only tried the diner style fries which were hot and crunchy. S E R V I C E Staff is polite but service is unusually slow for brunch service and for not being busy (less than 25% capacity). It took nearly 30 minutes for the sides to come out with entrees arriving 10 minutes later. No check-ins and you have to flag staff down for things. A M B I A N C E Modern rustic charm. Cozy patio with a huge oak tree in the middle. P A R K I N G Private lot in back. Overall, our brunch at Darla Cafe was underwhelming for the steep price points ($100+ for two after tip with no alkie). Maybe we ordered wrong or the food was better when they first opened? However, with few Asian food options in Big Basin, Darla Café is def worth trying esp if you're looking for photogenic AZN fusiony brunch food with no wait.

    Soft shell crab Benedict
    Steph L.

    The menu was extensive and very unique. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. The decor inside was sleek and I loved the ambiance. We ended up sitting outside which was not as fancy but still nice and was able to seat a large party. They have a parking lot in the back. The service was ok. I think my favorite was the soft shell crab. I thought the food taste wise was just ok, but the presentation and the variety made eating here enjoyable.

    Chris D.

    Was getting brunch with some friends and one of them recommend this place as they had seen on Tiktok. The restaurant is very clean and relaxing atmosphere. It definitely gives brunch vibes. We got a reservation for 12:30 but it did not seem like it was particularly needed. Even though it was not packed, service was a little lacking. We got our drink orders in and we got our drinks and had to wait before the waiter took our order for our food. And even after that, the food came out randomly. We got our first order, 5 minutes for our other 2 items, and a whopping 10 minutes after for our final item. DRINKS Blueberry matcha latte: This was on the special menu at the time. The blueberry syrup was good but the matcha itself was lacking. Definitely tasted grassier than matcha usually is and bitter. Upon mixing everything, the drink was overall better but nothing amazing. 2/5 Thai Tea Tini: This was their take on an espresso martini but using thai tea? The drink was very light and fragrant. I personally would have preferred if it was a little more thai tea forward but not bad. Also no garnishes. 3.5/5 Espresso Martini: Very simple and a classic. All the components mixed together very well and the coffee and vodka tastes did not overpower one another. 5/5 MAINS Duck and Waffle: A take on chicken and waffles x duck l'orange. While the duck was tender, the waffles were extremely dry. The orange sauce was a bit heavy and too thick that it didn't really soften the waffles. 3/5 French Toast: My favorite of everything, the french toast was moist yet remained slightly toasted. Fruits were fresh. A classic but nothing too different. 4.5/5 Lobster Benedict: The lobster was overcooked and a little too rubbery. It also took them over 10 minutes to get this to us after we got everything else so I am not sure what happened and if it was sitting out there and got overcooked while it sat. 1/5 Overall, a bit disappointed. There were a couple items left on the menu that piqued my interested but unsure on whether I would return.

    Darla's scramble
    Liz Y.

    We visited Darla Café in Saratoga and tried a couple of their dishes. The Darla's Scramble was delicious--loaded with candied bacon, tomato, onions, avocado, and cheddar. The flavors were well-balanced, and the cheese wasn't overpowering. It came with a side of roasted sweet potatoes and regular potatoes, both perfectly crispy on the outside and seasoned with a nice touch of truffle. We also ordered the karaage and waffle, which fell a bit short of expectations. The karaage could've been crispier, and the waffle wasn't crispy on the outside or fluffy inside--it tasted a bit stale. That said, we really enjoyed the scramble and the overall vibe of the café. We'd come back again to try their dinner menu next time. Tip: They have a jar of house-made marmalade on the side, which is absolutely delicious with toast! Definitely worth trying.

    Soft shell crab sandwich
    Sean L.

    3.5 stars I've been wanting to try this place for a while, and since I had a class across the street, my wife suggested we finally go. She got the soft-shell crab roll with French fries. My pancakes were good, though they could have used a little butter and been a touch less overcooked. Presentation was nice, and the service was decent. We probably should've tried a coffee, but I'm open to coming back to explore more of the menu.

    Loco moco
    Morgan P.

    Cute place Great menu Bottomless mimosas Kind service Tasty food I met here with a friend who was visiting from out of state and we hung out and enjoyed our 90 minutes of bottomless mimosas. Food was great service was great ambiance was perfect.

    Ayush K.

    Ideally I'd give this place a 3.5/5. Darla Cafe is a charming spot nestled in downtown Saratoga. We went for brunch on a weekend and found the place moderately busy with a lively atmosphere. I ordered the Thai tea, which was delicious and refreshing. I also tried the salmon Benedict, which was decent but not outstanding. The bread was a bit tough and chewy, and the Hollandaise sauce lacked the smooth, creamy consistency I was expecting. My friend ordered the crispy stuffed French toast and she thoroughly enjoyed it. Service was fast and attentive, which was a plus. Overall, Darla Cafe is a decent brunch spot to try if you are in the area.

    Karaage benedict, lobeter benedict, short rib special
    Alice H.

    Service is extremely slow. Waited 40+ minutes for food, food only came when I had to WALK towards the kitchen to find my server to let them know we were still waiting. Food was mid at best. Bread for benedict is hard. Eggs overcooked. Not the proper sauce for karaage. Lobster without flavor. Short rib cold. Would not come back again.

    Karage and waffle
    Veronica C.

    This the second time we've been here and it really hits the spot. While some of the menu items aren't your typical brunch place, either way, the food is all really good. I ordered the peppermint hot chocolate and the karage and waffle, while my partner ordered the hearty Darla's burger. The peppermint hot chocolate had good flavor, not overpowering in mint, but to me was a bit expensive at $7 (plus a dollar extra for the oatmilk sub). The chicken karage was really good - chicken was juicy and well breaded. I felt the outside of the waffle could have been a little crispier, but it went well with the sryup, I loved their homemade marmelade. I brought half of the waffle home and it toasted up quite nicely. Darla's burger was so delicious, but so hard to eat. I could barely get a whole bite in my mouth. It was also a bit juicy runny, so the bun integrity got lost rather quickly, but it was still very satisfying. We at first thought we could survive off the side salad, but opted to order a side of fries too. Nicely crisp and well seasoned, you just can't eat a burger without fries. Service was pleasant enough, but they didn't come by to check on us too often. But any time we flagged down someone for some hot water or extra sauce, they were quick to come by and bring it back as well.

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    Ask the Community - Darla Cafe

    Are we allowed to bring cakes into the restaurant?

    Yes, did it yesterday. They charge $1 per person extra.

    Are they open for dinner on Valentine's Day?

    Can you make reservations for brunch on weekend ? Or is walk-ins for brunch okay?

    Walk-ins are okay

    Is there coffee/espresso drinks available?

    They list coffee/espresso, but I've not ordered as only had their delicious Italian soda and Thai ice tea😋

    Do you need to make reservations for Sunday brunch?

    We went for a Sunday brunch with a group of 6 and we were just able to walk in. They seemed to have plenty of space.

    What are the hours?

    Our hours for breakfast, brunch and lunch are going to be 8.30 am.-2.30 pm. everyday

    Hi, do you have vegan options?

    Yes, we do have vegan option available

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    First Born Los Gatos

    4.3(78 reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$$

    Came here with my wife and a couple of friends. This place was recommended by our friends. Great…read morerec!! Staff is so friendly and attentive. Our server had a great personality and was fun. The dining area is spacious. Even with lots of tables, the space didn't feel cramped. There's a mechanical burger station against the wall too. Someone ordered a burger so I was able to see it in action. That was fun to watch. Everything we ordered, from the small bites to the dessert, was excellent! Rice Bites was tasty, and the rice had a good crunch. Truffle Fries was good, though I've had better. Caesar Salad was good as well. Shake'n Beef was tender with good flavor. As You Wish - the chicken was moist and delicious. The Ube sticky rice gave the dish a nice sweetness. Couch Potato cocktail paired well with the As You Wish entree. The chocolate dessert (can't remember the name) was very rich. Have with coffee. The banana dessert (can't remember the name either) was very good. Too easy to eat, very light and not too sweet. I will definitely be returning!

    - Taste of food is actually good. I think whoever cooks got their skills…read more - Service could be really improved. We waited quite a while waiting to put our order in. After a long waiting, we had to call a random waiter to order. Then we waited a long time to get our check. And nobody came to check in while we were eating. - Atmosphere feels cheap. It's those places where you can feel whoever designed the space tried to give luxurious vibe but failed. Feels all over the place and I don't like it. Robot burger adds to this feeling. - Overall including the atmosphere, the place feels gimmicky. Name of each menu could be more straight forward, plating of the dishes can be lighter, that robot burger machine can go away. - While the food wasn't bad due to everything else, I don't think I will be coming back.

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    Love the decor. great ambiance

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    Hongs Gourmet - Beef Chow Fun with Black Bean Sauce & Gravy

    Hongs Gourmet

    3.9(484 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    The food was absolutely excellent, the service great. I strongly recommend this restaurant for…read moreanyone loving Chinese food

    I enjoyed a group lunch at Hong's a few days ago. A little embarrassed to say it's my first visit…read morein spite of living so close in this area for decades. Always assumed the food may not be authentic due to the location. Glad to be proven wrong. Parking was easy behind the restaurant, dining room offers nice ambiance, tasteful décor, quite and spacious. We ordered the set lunch menu for 10 people. All of us agreed that the main dishes were delicious and served in generous portions. Reviews were however a little mixed on the appetizers. Service throughout the lunch was friendly, attentive and pleasant. Individually served were a bowl of hot and sour soup although steaming hot but too thick with corn starch and overly sweet without the right balance of flavor . Chicken salad was just ok, primarily lettuce with sliced chicken fingers. The vegetarian egg roll was fresh and crispy, best of the three. The main dishes were Honey walnut prawns, black pepper fish fillets, sweet sour pork, house Basil beef, braised tofu and Kung Pao chicken. Every dish was well cooked with distinct flavor and fresh ingredients. A large bowl of steamed rice was also perfectly cooked and generous served. Our favorite were the tofu and the basil beef. We couldn't finish all the food, several of us brought home leftovers. We were quite happy with the experience, enjoyed the excellent food service, value and ambiance. I will not wait too long to come back.

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    Golden Triangle Cuisine

    4.3(450 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$

    I can't say enough about how consistently good the food has been here every single time we visit…read more As vegetarians, we especially love that they have a whole separate veggie menu with so many options to choose from. The drunken noodles and fried rice are always packed with flavor, and the fresh spring rolls are such a refreshing starter. This time we tried the Taiwanese bamboo shoot dish from the Chef's Recommendation section. It was definitely spicy, though not quite as fiery as the last time we had it. Maybe they toned it down a bit... or maybe we were braver last time We also ordered the Khao Soi, which was pretty decent. Fewer sides compared to some other places, but still really tasty overall. And honestly, one of the best parts? You can bring your own alcohol to enjoy with dinner, and there's no corkage fee Overall, such a great spot for vegetarian Thai food!

    Worst service ever…read more My friend and I were dining at Golden Triangle when, in the middle of our meal, an older lady server came to our table and told us we had 30 minutes to finish our food or move to another table. This was extremely inappropriate and unprofessional. We were paying customers actively eating our dinner. Being rushed in that manner was disrespectful and completely unacceptable. I have never been treated this way at any restaurant. At the end of the meal, I made it clear to her that her behavior was wrong and that customers should not be treated this way. Because of this experience, I will not be returning.

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    Gardenia Los Gatos - Gnocchi  (dinner menu) -- IG: @phuoodwithvicks

    Gardenia Los Gatos

    3.8(288 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    Full bar
    Private events

    Stopped in for a quick happy hour on Wed. The weather dictated that we sit inside, although there…read moreis a lovely front patio dining or sipping area. Originally when they opened, the menu online looked tailored more towards brunch, so I wasn't sure what to expect. Turned out, there were a lot of menu options that fit into HH. Quite a few beverage options, as well, that are lightly discounted 3:30- 5:30pm. We enjoyed the HH menu Sparkling Rose ($12) and the HH ahi tartare served with wonton chips. The Rose was nice, and the ahi was pretty good, but nothing noteworthy. There have been so many restaurants in that location over the last 25 years, starting back at the Chart House, so I suspect a really perfect dining experience might be required to stay around long term. Hopefully, being open all day will help with success, too.

    I've been here multiple times. The food is great, but the service is terrible -- especially given…read morehow much they charge for the meals. On our latest visit we were sitting outside when it started raining. We walked inside and asked to move in since we had already ordered our food. At 9:30 a.m. there were only two other customers inside and plenty of open tables. The person who greeted us said, "Hmm, well I'm not sure... we have a big party coming at 11:30." I looked at my watch and replied, "That's two hours from now and there are lots of tables open right now." We got seated, our food arrived, and then it started raining harder. Instead of quietly moving out the couches to add additional tables and chairs, the staff dragged them all across the floor, creating loud scraping noises the entire time. It made for a really unpleasant dining experience. We asked for a little more coffee, but it never came. We even flagged down our server and she just stared at us blankly as if we had never asked. We eventually just got up and left. The food was good, but it doesn't make up for the terrible service and rude treatment.

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    Omee J 2 - Chicken and spicy pork on purple rice with a bunch of different veggies, spicy mayo and creamy garlic sauce; and the Sotteok skewers.

    Omee J 2

    4.7(344 reviews)
    3.3 miWest San Jose
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Eco-friendly

    Omee J 2 wowed my expectations and what everyone is saying about it being a Korean/Japanese…read morechipotle, this super accurate. I enjoyed how healthy, well balanced their food was and looking at each bowl, it's super colorful and that's what you want for a well balanced meal. Rice, protein and vegetables/fruit! On top of that the portions were really big. My favorite part is that there are hot proteins like chicken and bulgogi. Then there is poke in which I got the salmon and tuna. They were both fresh and the portion was decent. The also have inside seating but you order at the front at the front glass area where all the food is. We took it to go and it tasted great. Definitely coming back.

    Was in the mood for poke and figured I would try this place out. At 5:30 on a friday evening, it…read morewasn't too crowded, with plenty of seating. Seating was self serve, kind of like chipotle, after you order in the assembly-line style line. At first, I was kind of surprised to see that each bento-tray was ~$22, with no sizing options. However, the portion was massive, enough for one to be super full or to have lunch the next day! I liked how the bento was quite customizable. The restaurant is korean-fusion with poke, so there were many toppings, base rice that are more commonly linked with korean food. It was pretty good! The salmon was fresh and fatty. One of the fresher poke spots I have had in the bay. The toppings were fresh, and visually vibrant! I think my only critique would be the pricing and maybe having more options for sizing. Otherwise, you are getting what you are paying for!

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    Omee J 2 - Salmon & tuna bowl, half rice, half greens. cucumber, cabbage, daikon & carrot, ginger toppings. miso soup.

    Salmon & tuna bowl, half rice, half greens. cucumber, cabbage, daikon & carrot, ginger toppings. miso soup.

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    Ajito - KAISEN BENTO 31.99 Assorted Sashimi over Sushi Rice, Salad, Rice, Fruits

    Ajito

    4.0(397 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Solid casual sushi place. Good value for quality sushi. It's a small restaurant and it was fully…read morepacked on a weeknight. We were lucky to snatch the last table available. Lots of families with young kids, so definitely kid friendly too.

    ORDERED: Hamachikama bento - individual loved it, questions…read more how is it possible for a hamachi collar to be so nicely seasoned and so crispy Spicy tuna roll - only avocado, very sour, very sriracha like, large chunks of tuna Salmon and hamachi don - totally not worth the cost, you receive 4 slices each of salmon and hamachi on top of a ton of sushi rice with one shiso leaf, a dollop of wasabi and a pinch of yellow ginger Wasabi is nearing on fake (complete fake is neon green) because it was not spicy at all nor had any flavor. Strange how they sell a variety of chili oils as it's a Japanese establishment. Food came out crazily fast. Plates and bowls for the raw items were cold. Perhaps prepared beforehand? SERVICE: only one lady was working the entire restaurant; went during peak hours and there were only 3 tables including us... then a person showed up at 12:51pm (they close at 1pm) and she let her in! You have to call her over...she doesn't just show up so I don't think this is called attentive? But very friendly and very sweet. Table, plates, cups, and utensils were moderately clean. AMBIENCE: old school Japanese decor with bamboo separations. Casual dining. Tough and rough hours to catch them since they're so short. Located in a small plaza with a private parking lot; did not have to wait for a spot. I'm excited to try their other items. Strange location. Strange hours. Strange wasabi.

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    Ajito - Interior as of Aug. 2024

    Interior as of Aug. 2024

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