5/5 - Fantastic Food, Service, and Atmosphere!…read more Had a fantastic dining experience at Dal Rae! From the moment we walked in, the service was excellent, and the restaurant had a great vibe with an elegant, classic steakhouse ambiance. I started with the mixed greens salad with Italian dressing, followed by the bone-in ribeye with mashed potatoes for my main course. The ribeye was delicious and definitely the highlight of the meal. For dessert, I had the tiramisu, which was a great way to finish off dinner. I also enjoyed a ginger ale with my meal. What really stood out was the exceptional service and overall atmosphere. Everything felt welcoming, upscale, and comfortable without being overly formal. Overall, a great experience from start to finish. Delicious food, fantastic service, and wonderful ambiance. Definitely a 5-star experience, and I'd happily come back!

I've long wanted to visit Dal Rae. A friend recommended it to me, and everything I'd read about…read morethis historic restaurant had been positive. So when my wife and I were deciding where to celebrate our anniversary, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity. Our son wanted to tag along, and honestly, we don't like leaving him at home when we can experience something together as a family. I love creating these memories with my wife and son, especially visiting classic establishments around Los Angeles and introducing our son to places that have been part of the city's dining history. Unfortunately, Dal Rae was more of a letdown than the memorable anniversary experience I had hoped for. The weekend ambiance is really something special. There's live music throughout the restaurant, and we were fortunate enough to get a nice booth adjacent to the piano bar. The music wasn't too loud, but it was easy to hear, and the smooth jazz was a lovely touch. The staff were friendly and kind. When everything was working, Dal Rae had that classic old-school steakhouse atmosphere that is becoming harder and harder to find. This is where things fell short. The food quality was decent, but **everything was incredibly salty.** And I actually like salty food! The tableside salad was too salty, the baked potato was overly salty, and both of our steaks were too salty. At one point, I joked that my tongue was still numb from all the salt and that I needed to grab a bottle of water. The kitchen really needs to taste the food before it goes out. Seasoning should enhance the food, not overwhelm it. Steven, the table side salad connoisseur, was one of the highlights of our visit. He was energetic, personable and clearly enjoyed what he was doing. Watching him prepare the salad table side was one of those little experiences that puts a smile on your face and creates a lasting memory. I just wish I had the heart to tell him to go a little lighter on the salt! Later, Steven was preparing the salad at a table a few booths down when the smoke alarm went off and began beeping. The dining room became extremely smoky, and several of us started coughing. Definitely not ideal during an anniversary dinner. Our server was very nice and genuinely kindhearted. He appeared relatively new and made a few miscues, but he was trying his best, so I can't fault him too much. I did notice that some larger parties and tables that appeared to be regulars seemed to receive more attention. The owner made his rounds and greeted a table right next to us but never came over to ours. I found that a little odd. Maybe I'm old-fashioned, but every guest should feel equally welcomed. Whether you're a high roller or a small fry, **our money all spends the same.** This was especially noticeable because we were celebrating our anniversary. I made the reservation through OpenTable and included a note mentioning the occasion. I wasn't expecting anything extravagant, but even a simple "Happy Anniversary" would have meant a lot. Another thing that surprised me was the dress code. There's a sign outside indicating that Dal Rae has a strict dress code, yet during our visit I saw men in T-shirts and backwards hats, along with women in spaghetti straps and daisy dukes. I understand times change and restaurants have to adapt, but it was still disappointing to see. I didn't grow up going to Dal Rae, so I can't tell you whether the standards have declined from what they once were. I can only judge the experience I had. I also wish there were a little more consideration for families with children. I came across an old menu online that apparently included a free sundae with the kids' meal. That's exactly the kind of little gesture that can put a smile on a child's face and create a lasting memory. It's a shame that promotion is gone. Last year, my wife and I celebrated our anniversary at another restaurant. The service was superb, they gave us complimentary sparkling wine, and they even had crayons and placemats for our son. Those little touches matter. I really wanted to love Dal Rae. I was excited to finally visit a restaurant I'd heard about for years and even more excited to celebrate my anniversary there with my wife and son. Unfortunately, the evening left me disappointed. The ambiance, live music and old-school character are wonderful. Steven's tableside salad preparation was memorable, and there are clearly people here who care about what they do. But the food was **way too salty**, the service felt uneven, our anniversary was never acknowledged, and some of the old-school standards seemed to have slipped. I sincerely wish Dal Rae well and hope it continues for many more years. They certainly don't seem to need my help staying busy--the restaurant was bustling with patrons. For me, though, this wasn't the memorable anniversary meal I had hoped for. And if I ever return, I'll be asking the kitchen to go very, very light on the salt.

Cozy atmosphere with an urban, classy, romantic vibe. The background music was good with a great…read moresound system, but a little loud for me. Menu was varied and interesting with some specialties, sandwiches, and salmon. Prices were fair for these times. I had the strawberry goat cheese salad and the baked dinner rolls with sweet butter. Enjoyed it all. My husband had the burger with fries. He said both were very good. I'd like to try the bacon crusted salmon or the gnocchi next time. We did not have dessert. Service was friendly, helpful, and efficient. This is a tiny gem in Uptown. They've been open about a year. I hope people will discover and enjoy it like we did. I think a small candle on each table would add an inviting element to go along with the pretty fresh flower centerpieces. This place can also comfortable accommodate groups.

I mean--you would think of all the things that are pet peeves when it comes to food, overcooking my…read moresteak would be one of the biggest. But I've learned that if I order my steaks rare or even blue rare at a place not known for their steaks, it comes out to the desired medium rare I wanted all along. Such was the case tonight. I asked for rare but it came out closer to medium rare--maybe even dipping into medium. No big whoop. The baseball steak was still juicy and delicious. The fries were still great shoestring. And I can live with a chimichurri sauce instead of the preferable hollandaise or bearnaise these usually come with. I just wish I could actually ask for a medium rare and get medium at a food joint other than where it costs me $60 or $70 a cut. The service was good. She was pleasant and quick on her feet. The ambience was good. It was a quaint space and had a lot of charm. I can't say it was too full but I attribute that more to the day being full of sporting events like the World Cup and some silly NBA thing than an actually critique of the restaurant. Subsequently, I found this a good place for dinner but not superb and I found myself wondering when the next like fate might bring me here.

Great spot to have a dinner date. Wanted to shout out Ken, he did an excellent job serving my…read morebeautiful date and I. He knew what to recommend, made our experience that much better!

Me & my partner came for the first time and got carlos as our waiter and we had the best food and…read moredrink suggestions. For our first time the service was amazing & the food was delicious. We really appreciate Carlos for his help & kindness.

"I would come back" - my boyfriend who loves french dip ‍…read more - located in the back of Norwalk Plaza aka large parking space - had a beautiful wall of photography / art of Norwalk from a local artist which I love!!! +1 - hospitality was great ‍ no issues there - Ordered: French Dip: 9/10 - really hit the spot. +1 for the au jus dripping sauce Mushroom Melt: 9/10 - perfect amount of grilled onions w/ each bite! every bite was perfect ‍ Waffle Fries: 10/10 - good enough for 2 people / 1 person w/ leftovers as sandwiches are filled

Nice variation to what we normally have here in Norwalk. We went specifically for the chicken and…read morewaffles...reeeeeeallly wanted butter. Right now they don't offer it. Literally was the only thing missing. While they didn't have it, the owner was super accommodating and offered things on the house (which he didn't have to)...Sandwiches are what they are known for and the one I had was pretty good. Value (food/price) 10/10....huge portions in my opinion Service: 10/10 Taste: 6/10 (butter bumps this way up) Ambience/Comfort inside: 10/10 (love the intentional local artist artwork) Overall Vibe: 12/10.....REALLY great service and kind people working there. My group ordered the Legendary Chopped Cheese & Chicken and Waffle

Toast has been on my list of places to check out for a couple of years, and a friend put it back on…read moremy radar back in April. Just a couple of weeks ago, my friends and I were considering our options for where to have brunch to celebrate one of our friend's retirement. Toast was one of the names I dropped in the metaphorical hat, and it won the vote of a few. My friends were surprised that I had named a spot I hadn't yet tried since I'm usually the "foodie" of the group. However, another girl in the group who had been here before vouched for it. I'm glad I finally got to try this place this past weekend, and I cannot wait to return! There were so many things on their menu that I wanted to try. A couple of the ladies ordered green chilaquiles, the friend we were celebrating ordered the Spanish Omelet, another woman I'd met that day had the bacon and eggs, another one ordered the Biscuits and grave with a side of bacon that looked perfectly crispy. I wish I had taken pictures of the plates as it all looked so lovely! I didn't even take a picture of my own food haha. I had my eyes on an omelet, one of the Benedicts or the Chicken n Waffle. In the end, the chicken and waffle won. It comes served with a little container of maple syrup with bacon pieces. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The waffle was delicious, though I did request for some extra syrup on the side. To drink, a few ladies ordered mimosas, one ordered an iced caramel coffee, and I ordered the Carajillo. I fell in love with this drink last summer in Mexico and do not often see it on the menu. I love the subtle citrus notes the Licor 43 adds to this espresso drink. It is very similar to an espresso martini, and theirs comes topped with a toasted marshmallow. I honestly wanted to try almost every item in their Tipsy Barista section of their drinks. I'll just have to come back that many more times :) Plenty of parking in the mall lot. It does get pretty packed during peak hours. Fortunately I had called ahead to put our group of 6 down. We went in on Saturday around 11:30. It slowed down a bit while we were eating, but started to get busy again after 1. Otherwise, we might have been forced to honor their 90-minute rule. All in all, a great experience from everyone in our group. No complaints on the wait, service or food. That certainly deserves a toast. Great job, Toast!

I was taken here for my birthday brunch, and it turned out to be a great choice! The atmosphere was…read moreamazing--lively, stylish, and perfect for celebrating a special occasion. I ordered the steak and eggs along with a margarita flight, and everything was fantastic. The food was delicious, the drinks were fun to try, and the service was excellent from start to finish. The only thing that caught me off guard was the price--it's definitely on the more expensive side. But if you have the budget and want to treat yourself to a nice brunch, I'd 100% recommend giving this place a try. Great food, great drinks, excellent service, and an awesome brunch atmosphere. Definitely made my birthday feel special!

Very clean and tidy with a huge menu full of delicious food. Four of us ordered four different…read moreitems and each one was outstanding. It's a long drive for me to get there but I'll definitely be back.

Dropped by this charbroiled burger joint for the first time. What caught my eye was the signage…read morestating they use certified angus beef for their burger patties. I ordered inside and asked the cook if it was true whether they use angus beef patties. He said yes and proceeded to take out the box of burgers from his fridge and showed me they were indeed angus beef. The burger patties are thicker and don't look like the hockey pucks being served at the other local burger spots. Service here was excellent and the burger was delicious. I will definitely be coming back here again.

I am so bummed out that they have permanently closed down this location…read more Another great eatery gone!! Support your Local Eateries, share them and let others know of the hidden gems they may be driving by and not checking out or the spots they didn't know existed!!!! RIP S&F Social Eatery

I have been dying to try this place for a while, but could never convince my husband to take me. As…read moreluck would have it, we went to a concert over the weekend and decided to find food somewhere between the venue and our house on our way back home. The food did NOT disappoint!! The dining room was pretty empty but I was eyeballing the patio section (cuz I WILL be coming back)! I didn't realize it was counter ordering, (which sometimes gives me a sense of pressure cuz I like to take my time reviewing every item on the menu first), but luckily there were folks in front of us and nobody behind us (so I had a little time). I ordered the brisket grilled cheese and waffle fries, while my husband had the Nashville hot chicken fries. They had a BOGO deal on beer (he approved of the Mexican Lager) and I had the strawberry lemonade. Everything was amazing and the workers were really nice. We'll be back!!

Pretty cool spot to hang out! I didn't realize there were outdoor bars like this around here. It…read morehas a trendy, laid-back vibe with a diverse crowd, making it a great place to grab a drink and socialize. Dog friendly too. They brought a dog water bowl out with our water cups.

I drove past this bar, which looked intriguing, and decided go grab a bite and some drinks…read more The food menu is decent offering a variety of asian fusion dishes and sides. I got the elote egg rolls to start and the chimichuri steak sandwich and BKB burger to share. The elote egg rolls were pretty good but, IMO, would have liked some more chunks of corn to represent the OG elote. BKB burger was ordered medium and was juicy and tender. The chimichuri steak sandwich was disappointing, however. I wasn't a fan of the chimichuri sauce or the lack there of it as the flavor was very subtle and too herby for me. I'd definitely come here again tho to try more of their drinks, especially the beers. I got the cali creamin which was a nice smooth stout and the mango tango soju cocktail that was pretty light. Parking is in the back if you're lost on parking details. There's indoor and outdoor seating where doggos are welcomed too!

Wow! Just by chance found this place! Plenty of parking…read more We went on a Sunday mid morning. There was a smell of old cleaning towels and the table we sat at was quite dirty.... However.... Placed our order at the counter and 5 minutes later, table was wiped down, the cleaning smell was gone, and things seemed overall cleaner. I think we got there right after a busy morning. Then the food came out and was brought to our table and the waitress talked for a little bit! At this family owned fast food/ drive through/ pick up place... and there was table service ?!!! Wow!!! I gotta say that the food was pretty decent. I got the steak and eggs bfast with hash browns. I was happy about that! But the 4th star that this place got was because of the wonderful waitress that was so kind and helpful! She was also quite attentive and stopped by a few times to see how we were doing! For services at a fast food place, that also has a drive through window, that was amazing!! Thank you young waitress!!! The food was good, but the service that we got.... if I am anywhere near this place againI'll stop by!! Thank you!

I give this place 5 stars with the assumption that people realize it's a 5 star mom and pop burger…read morespot. The food is all Sysco/Restaurant Depot frozen stuff, but, despite that, my family and I really enjoy it. The chili cheese fries and onion rings are a hit in our house and the burgers and chicken strips satisfy the kids. Service at the drive through is usually pretty good. I cut them a slack when they sound annoyed/low energy because I know the work is tough. I've only ever been through the drive through, so I've never sat inside. When you're hungry and don't feel like making dinner, this place hits the spot.

I had a great experience at this establishment. It was a busy night, but everything seemed well…read moreorganized. I ordered the Stand Burger & a regular side of Onion Rings. Despite how busy it was, the food came out hot & fresh in a reasonable time. Bella brought my food out and asked if I needed anything else, which she quickly brought out again. My party appreciated her customer service as she also periodically checked on our table to see if we needed anything more or if she can take any dishes off our table. I was impressed by how well operated this establishment is and I look forward to returning soon.

The stand food is the best and always fresh! More importantly the manager Kimberly always goes…read moreabove and beyond to make sure my family and I have what we need & always takes the time to check on us to see if theres anything else we need, no matter how busy she is, Kimberly goes above and beyond to make us feel at home! She runs a tight ship at the stand and the rest of the staff reflects her professionalism and standards of quality customer service & great food! I highly recommend this place.