Our server,Sarah, was pleasant and quick and kept beverages full. We ordered the polenta sticks…read morewhich were hot and crispy and came with 2 dipping sauces, and the calamari, which had a lemon-parsley-caper aioli for dipping. Wish I lived closer to come again soon!

Quaint setting in a historic hotel downtown Groveland. White wine Cioppino was an incredibly…read moredelicious surprise compared to a traditional red sauce. A MUST try for sure!!

I love it here and definitely want to come back!…read more I stopped in with some friends for a drink before our reservation across the street, we had the best experience leaving me eager for my next visit. The drinks were so good and the menu looked amazing too! They have so many options to choose from, perfect place to share a few bites with a group. Very cute inside, we sat at the bar but they have tables as well as a patio too.

I feel like I am going crazy because all of these interviews talk about how good the food and…read moreatmosphere was, but this wasn't our experience. The setup itself is just weird; you have to stand outside and wait for someone to come out to seat you. When you go inside, its small and has kind of a "bar meets saddam hussein's palace" kind of vibe, there is gold everywhere in here. Not to mention its a bar that has been converted into a restaurant, its separated by the check-in desk by drapery. One good point is that all of the staff is very friendly and attentive, although I think our waitress had to cover every table in the place, which seems kind of not great for her! We started with some drinks, they were both good, no complaints there. After they came we ordered our food, we ordered them one at a time. First up was the bacon wrapped dates. These were pretty good, the bacon was cooked well and had some good crisp, it paired well with the dates and cheese inside. The walnut was kind of weird and my wife and I both thought for a second the date pit hadn't been removed. Next we got the corn empanadas, these were disappointing but not awful. The dough was cooked fine but it has absolutely no flavor, like nothing at all. The filling was also cooked ok, the corn had good texture, but similarly, had no flavor, about the only thing I could tint was a tiny bit of cilantro. Once you dip it in the sauce that comes with it, things improve, but we both felt the empanadas should be able to stand on their own. The last tapas item we got was the costillas al ajillo, these were both disappointing AND awful. They are advertised as "fall off the bone fried rib tips, garlic infused olive oil, crisp garlic chips" The only thing crispy about this was the meat itself, it was incredibly dry and had no flavor. There was a little bit of olive oil and some minced garlic, but not "crispy garlic chips". Credit where credits due they took if off the bill, but it was just incredibly bad. We finished with the chocolate flan which was quite good, no complaints there. All in all it was disappointing and I don't know that we would come back.

This was my second visit to this culinary delight, and once again it reminded me why the experience…read morehere is so special. Tonight I went on the lighter side with the crab cake, which was exceptional! It was tender and elevated even further by a luxurious citrus béarnaise that brought the whole dish to life. I also tasted the feijoada, and it was outstanding: rich, comforting, and layered with the kind of depth that only comes from true craft. For shared bites, we enjoyed the pão and the bone marrow. Compliments to the chef and amazing team cultivating the experience.

Nice place with good vibes, service and food. I saw 3 people…read moreand they were masters of their domain. The bartender- serving nice tapas and loading up the drinks. The wonderdul waitress, hosting, taking orders and serving food. The dishwasher gentleman going quiet and diligently about his business keeping the flow of the dishes!!! Loved it!

Vinhos is a gem on Main Street! We happened upon this lovely place looking for a good meal and…read morewe're big fans of tapas. We stopped in just before 6:00 and we're greeted by a friendly woman getting the restaurant ready for opening. We later came to find out she was an owner. She was so sweet and offered to seat us before the servers actually showed up, as they had worked a local event that day. The waitress soon came and our wonderful experience began. They have a great wine list and wine cocktails. We ordered three dishes and were pleased with the presentation and flavors. Pica-Pau - a traditional Portuguese dish with beef and spices in a delicious broth. It's served with bread for soaking up the broth. I really enjoyed this dish, especially the broth. Crostini di Mare - shrimp on crostini's with a tangy garlicky sauce on top. This was my favorite and I wouldn't hesitate to order this again. Sea Legs - octopus over a sweet potato mash. This was tasty as well and the octopus was cooked perfectly. The sweet potato mash is divine!! We also had a Caprese salad, pretty average, but nice presentation. The outdoor seating area is comfortable and so nice to people watch on the main drag. We really enjoyed ourselves and plan to go back next time we visit. The service is excellent, portions in line with tapas and atmosphere is great.

Not welcoming to us as big party coming in at 7, we walked in at 5:30…read more We left at 6:15 after three glasses of wine and two tapas social dishes. We could have been seated in a nicer area but it wasn't offered. We've been here two other times and had wonderful service and tapas. Not this time.

Excellent customer service! My boyfriend and I went in to enjoy a burger. The bartender improvised…read morenon-alcoholic drinks for us and they came out divine! There was a bit of a complication with our burgers but the issue was quickly handled attentively!!! We will definitely be back!!!!

Yet another draft I have never sent off…read more Some of the slowest service I've ever had was at this place. Wasn't busy at all. We just ordered a couple of things and it took FOREVER to get out to us. Not sure if they like turn off all of the cooking equipment or something because it shouldn't take THAT long to cook a couple of burgers. I've been here a couple of times, once with a small group of friends and once sitting outside with a larger group. Both times or was pretty slow even just getting drinks. The food was nothing to write home about either.

Cool Spanish tapas spot in Sacramento!!…read more This well-known Spanish restaurant has been a Midtown favorite since 1994. Ambience: relaxed and warm, with live Spanish guitar music. Seating: indoor and outdoor Parking: street parking Restrooms: 2 stalls per gender Food/drink recommendations: * Sangria: refreshing and really good * Filet mignon beef tips * Jamón serrano * Seared ahi * Bread basket Service: fast and efficient. If you're celebrating a birthday or special occasion, you can even ask the guitarist to play a birthday song. Perfect for date nights or celebrations.

Another edition of "I have had this place bookmarked for ages and finally got around to trying it"…read more To celebrate my birthday with some girlfriends, we made a reservation at Tapa the World for a Friday night. When we arrived, the restaurant was lively and buzzing with energy. We were promptly seated at our table and began looking over the menu. To start, I ordered a mocktail while my two girlfriends ordered cocktails. We decided that we were just going to order a variety of tapas and share them, which is exactly why I picked this restaurant. All in all, we ended up ordering the croquettes, the garlic shrimp, the empanadas of the day (which were potato and cheese), the patatas bravas, and a pork dish that I don't remember the name. Eat and every dish was absolutely delicious and bursting with flavor. So if you find yourself in the mood for some tapas and want a wonderful, lively atmosphere, come check out Tapa the World.

We were delighted to find Bodega Biondi open on Sunday (a day they're normally closed). Earlier a…read moreprivate event had rented the restaurant and because he was already there, the owner stayed open for the night. The restaurant was decorated festively and looked out on the brightly lit tree in the renovated Fair Oaks Village square. Most of the tables were full, but our party of two was promptly seated. As the owner whisked between tables taking orders, delivering food and chatting with the customers we perused the menu that is largely Italian classics mixed with flavors and methods from Peru and some Spanish tapas standards. The unique menu is a roadmap to the owner's life story, a Peruvian with an Italian grandfather and a passion for food and gatherings, trained in Spanish restaurants in the Bay Area. We enjoyed a cheese fondue to start (neither Italian nor Peruvian but delicious), then we shared a special of Italian noodles with steak bites in a cheesy sauce with aji pepper. It was so unique and truly delicious we nearly licked the plate clean! For dessert we shared a tiramisu. It was wonderful. The sponge was neither too dry nor soggy, the cream had wonderful flavor and it was the perfect amount to share. We will definitely look for a chance to return on a night they're sure to be open, and until then we'll remember fondly our surprise meal at this lovely spot!

This place is quaint, charming, cozy, and honestly a little bigger on the inside than it looks from…read morethe outside. The first thing I thought was, "I could easily come here alone, grab a glass of wine or a beer, watch part of a game, and just relax for a while." They had the NBA game on at the bar, but it didn't overpower or distract from the atmosphere of the restaurant itself. The dining room is made up of small tables with couples and friends quietly enjoying their meals and conversations. It has that kind of warm, comfortable energy that makes you want to slow down a little, settle in, and stay longer than you planned. Not every restaurant has to be loud or trendy to stand out. Sometimes a cozy, welcoming atmosphere and a good meal are enough. Definitely check this place out.

We drove far just to find our it is close. Please update your hours to "temporary close".read more

Such a wonderful place to spend the evening! I happened to visit on a Wednesday evening and was…read morereally shy because it was my first time here. I was greeted immediately by the staff, and felt so welcome. The ambiance is very warm and cozy, I enjoyed the Crab Cakes with mixed greens, COMPLIMENTS TO THE CHEF. The wine paired perfectly with my dish, even though I enjoyed a red wine. The flavors of the crab cakes with the mixed greens and dressing were composed so beautifully. And a table of complete strangers invited me to join them because I was solo for the evening. I definitely plan on returning. As the sign says , " Good friends, good wine , good times" CHEERS!

An excellent choice for an easy dinner. A very pleasant and…read morerelaxing atmosphere. Friendly and attentive staff. Excellent choices of wine and champagne. The steak sandwich is so tender and tasty! Absolute BEST steak sandwich I have had! Best pulled pork sandwich that I have had in the area.

What a treat to have this place in our home town! Great happy hour and food! Best options. You…read morecan't go wrong with any of the appetizers but our favorites are the good, charcuterie and Detroit pizzas. Love this place and the employees!