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    Ladera Grill

    3.8 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Annie T.

    Many of the dishes can be easily shared as family style. The service was a bit disappointing as there are glowing reviews about this restaurant. Perhaps the staff was overwhelmed and understaffed during my dining experience. My party had to request for the same items multiple times and felt a lack of attentiveness from the staff. Food Complimentary fresh bread with softened butter The bread was served fresh and piping hot with a side of butter. However, my party had to ask for it to be brought out instead of the server bringing it out as a complimentary starter. Truffle Mac ($18.00) Creamy, thick, and truffle-infused macaroni and cheese. This dish was one of the few from the order that was good. Calamari ($20.00) The calamari pieces were fried and served on a bed of lettuce. It was't a very memorable dish as I've had better elsewhere. Kobe Beef Sliders ($22.00) Served with 3 sliders - the Kobe beef that had a few pieces inside with brioche buns. Clams ($22.00) The clams were swimming in seasoned broth. Pappardelle Bolognese Served with long strands of pappardelle noodles and the bolognese sauce and two pieces of garlic bread toast. This was one of the best dishes among the order. Beef Wellington This dish was served with a pastry topping and beef filling, potatoes, French fries, and condiment sauces. Was really hoping this would be the star of the dishes, but it was underwhelming. Chilean Seabass ($48.00) For the price and portions served with this dish, it was a bit shocking to see how small the Chilean seabass was alongside the broccolini and mashed potatoes. It was a bit bland and missing seasoning. Ribeye Steak ($74.00) My party ordered the ribeye to be prepared as medium rare and it was served as medium well. Since it took quite some time for the dish to arrive, we decided not to inform our server since it was already late. Customer Service Lackluster customer service was provided. My party had to follow up several times for items and the food took substantially long for it to be served. Ambiance Dimly lit restaurant with ample dining room tables and a bar. There's outdoor seating options available as well. Each of the tables had artificial fall floral arrangements with festive Halloween decor. The restaurant has a casual setting for all occasions. Location / Parking It's located between 3rd street along Monterey Road. There's street parking or a complimentary parking garage across the street.

    Prawn and beet salad!
    Julie H.

    Always the best salads in town! I had the beet and prawn salad and it was delicious! Perfectly seasoned and grilled prawns with lots of citrus in the salad. And, service is always great!

    Sharzad M.

    I had the crab cakes with shrimp and they were delicious and beautifully presented. The prices are on the higher side, but they do have a full bar and a nice vibe overall. We went on a Thursday for lunch and there was a decent crowd. The staff were friendly and attentive. They check on us a few times, and made sure our water glasses were always full, which we really appreciated. The only thing that throw me off, though, was an extra $2 charge for a few slices of jalapeño we asked for on the side. It was maybe half a jalapeño and for a restaurant in this price range, I just didn't expect that.

    Delicious chocolate cake with ice cream
    Mary L.

    Very inviting and welcoming atmosphere. It's one of those premium steak/seafood restaurants that have integrity/show appreciation/respect/honor for first responders & military veterans. Good code of conduct. Restaurant is beautiful inside with a huge open bar area. Excellent customer service and great foods at Ladera Grill. Owner and management are passionate about serving its customers. Owner has another restaurant down the street. Good people. Holiday decorations are everywhere and there's plenty of spacious long tables and chairs indoors & outdoors. Great vibes and great location (Nob Hill public hiking trail is just down the street). There's a lot of pride, especially with all the veterans coming here to eat for free on Tuesdays throughout the year. Plenty of free street public parking in downtown Morgan Hill. 5/5 Filet mignon 8oz. & 12oz., shrimp/prawns/salad, ravioli, seafood cioppino/pastas, desserts of all types, etc. During lunch hour, staff offered us to browse the dinner menu too. Sweet! Food temperature was hot. Portion were huge. Not cheap eating here, but food quality is excellent. Menu had wide selections. Our server Ricardo/Ricky was attentive, experienced & organized. Love it here. Everyone felt welcomed. This is one of the most generous and a well established restaurant that cares about its customers. It's a happy place for dining out indeed. Highly rated. Great for celebrations and holidays. Excellent service and good food presentations here. Everything was delicious in every bite. Fully satisfied. Our group felt special, blessed, and were glad to stop by for such an amazing moment to celebrate as a group. It's worth revisiting next time. You can also book private events too. Nice. We will be back! Amazing. Outstanding restaurant. Thanks to the owner and all employees providing outstanding service here.

    Petite Filet Mignon
    Bryan C.

    We visited Ladera Grill for dinner and ordered the Chilean Sea Bass, Petite Filet Mignon, and finished with the Chocolate Marquise for dessert. The Chilean Sea Bass was fantastic; it was perfectly cooked, moist, and flavorful with its miso soy glaze. The garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed greens on the side complemented it beautifully. The Petite Filet Mignon, however, was underwhelming. Even though we requested medium-rare, the steak came out closer to rare, making it very chewy. At this price point, I expected more precision in cooking. The Chocolate Marquise was rich and smooth, easily the best part of the meal after the sea bass. Service was decent, and the atmosphere was pleasant for a night out. But at over $140 for two entrées and dessert (including tip), it felt overpriced for what we received. Overall, the sea bass and dessert shined, but the steak's execution and the high price tag keep this at 3 out of 5 stars.

    Calamari
    Erica B.

    Food was a 5, service was a 2. This restaurant is charming and in a great location. I've heard great things and was excited to visit but the service or lack there of knocked the wind out of my sails pretty early on. We were greeted with a rash "what are you having" rather than an introduction to our server, sharing the specials or simply asking how our party was doing tonight. Our food was brought out by runners and our server never checked on us to see how it came out or if we needed anything else. The restaurant was steady but it was a Tuesday night so not overly busy. Our party all loved our meals but would truly have to think about returning bc the experience for such a nice restaurant was lacking. Beautifully decorated for Christmas though!

    Beef Wellington before cutting it open
    Mike M.

    The Ladera Grill is an excellent restaurant that makes their guests feel welcome, provides great attentive service, and serves delicious food! We ate here recently to celebrate a milestone birthday and were very happy with the experience. We had reservations and were immediately seated inside and presented with bread and butter. There are two inside dining rooms and an outside area. White tablecloths and cloth napkins were on the tables. Cocktails were $15 and Mocktails were $9. It's nice that they have non-alcoholic versions for people who prefer that. We all ordered the Beef Wellington ($52 each). This is not made with pate and mushrooms, but instead with spinach and mushrooms in between the meat and the puff pastry shell. We all ordered ours medium rare. It was cooked to perfection and was delicious. The Wellington was accompanies by vegetables and mashed potatoes. Nobody left anything remaining on our plates! Since we were celebrating a birthday, we were presented with a complementary birthday dessert of ice cream in a churro like pastry, which was tasty and enjoyed by all.

    cioppino
    Cherie B.

    I had a wonderful experience at Ladera Grill. We went with a group of Veterans and they covered our entrees. The food is very good. Everything was prepared well and looked amazing. I had a clam chowder and a beet and prawn salad. The prawns were tender and delicious. Salad was good overall. Others had the filet mignon and loved it. The lobster ravioli came with prawns and also looked amazing. And the cioppino was packed full of seafood! Our server was great. Overall great experience. I highly recommend them. And I will go back! And thank you for the kindness.

    Chocolate
    D S.

    I have been dying to try this place! I finally got my chance and I ordered the filet. It looked and smelled so good. The mushroom sauce was really delicious. The mash potatoes and veggies were "ehh". My stake was extremely rare! This. Aught me off guard, I have never had it raw like this. I was not the only person at my table who ordered this, the other 6 people also had raw steaks. 2 people sent their stakes back. The rest of us ate only the outside of the steak leaving the uncooked raw meat. I didn't want to wait and send my meal back because our servers were already bringing out the desserts. The rest of us ended up taking the uncooked meat home really disappointing. I was really looking forward to Ladera Grill. Otherwise the service was great!

    Sliders
    Sakol M.

    While shopping Morgan Hill's main drag on Monterey Road, we happened to stop for a quick lunch break at Ladera Grill because they had outside dining area. The establishment is nice and clean. Not too pretentious. The dishes are above par, offering mainstream dishes such as salads, pastas and gourmet burgers to name a few. Service was spotty though. I got their sliders. It was good. Now onto the next shop.

    Happy Hour Short Rib Tacos
    Nicole B.

    New Happy Hour!! It has extended from the bar area to the patio Mondays and Tuesdays! The house wine went up to $6. Added some new items to the food list. Can not believe the truffle Mac & Cheese is still only $10. The portion is huge! I got the short rib tacos. Comes with a few pieces of cabbage, a sprig of cilantro and a salsa on the side. The salsa was a perfect addition. The short rib pieces were huge. The star is off by one because it took 25 minutes to order anything. The server was friendly, but had no urgency to help anyone.

    Tablescape
    Patricia A.

    Came in for a late dinner right before closing. We were sat at a table and put in our order. Out server was friendly and welcoming and took good care of us making sure we had evrything we needed. Small Plates Fried Calamari $19.00 Lightly breaded fried calamari with a spicy marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, and fresh lemon. Calamari were good and flavorful, however, I would have perfered them fried just a bit mor for a cruchy texture. Baked Brie $22.00 Triple cream french brie with local honey, roasted fennel, onions, dried fruit chutney with nuts and figs, strawberries, and crostinis. Brie was a good. Would have liked it a bit warmer so the cheese was a bit softer to spread onto toasted bread. fig fruit and nuts were a good pairing and complemented it well. I would deffinately order this again just ask for it a bit warmer. Filet Mignon $68.00 Regular 12oz $68.00 Petit 8oz $58.00 USDA PRIME, the tenderest cut of corn-fed midwestern beef Steck was cooked to perfection, tender, juicy, and melys in your mouth. Added a side of seasoned fries that were also cooked to perfection. Fries were well seasoned and flavorful with a golden color and good crunch like a fry chould be. Entree was filling and satisfying. I can see myself orering this again on our next visist. Chocolate Martini We had to order something to quench the pallet. This martini was good and did not lack liquor. It was a bit bit strong but good. the chocolate drizzle added a bit of sweatness. 12/7/2024

    Banana cake desert
    Tatiane M.

    A Local Gem in Morgan Hill! Ladera is truly a local legend. When you're craving amazing food and genuine hospitality, this is the place to go in Morgan Hill. Everything about the experience is consistently top-notch. Not just the food but the people there is what makes us come back. Alfredo, admittedly is so kind to us that we look forward to seeing him there. Some of my absolute favorites from their menu include the seared Ahi Tuna and coconut prawns--both from the appetizer list, and both absolutely bursting with flavor. Their clam chowder is another standout: rich, creamy, and with just the right amount of kick to keep things interesting. When it comes to entrees, the seabass is a must-try--perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. And for dessert... I don't say this lightly, but the banana cake with coconut sauce and vanilla ice cream is my all-time favorite. It's the perfect ending to an already fantastic meal. I also love their Paper Plane cocktail--only my husband's version comes close! Ladera continues to be a go-to spot for special nights out or just whenever you want food made with care and served with heart. Highly recommend!

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    Ask the Community - Ladera Grill

    Hi, what is the corkage fee?

    We were there last night. Can't remember what corkage was but it was reasonable. I want to say $20.

    When will you guys look into adding plant-based options? And by plant-based, I mean more than a side salad and french fries. Thank you!

    They have a few options now. Still not impressive, but I think this year was better than last.

    Do they have a kids menu?

    Yes they do. Good portion size.

    Does anyone know the corkage fee at Ladera?

    Yes

    Are reservations required/recommended?

    Friday & Sat pretty much mandatory unless your going off hours. Before or after normal meal hours.. Very popular place.

    Are they pet Freindly?

    Yes they are pet friendly.

    Didn't Ladera Grill use to serve breakfast on the weekends? Maybe a couple of years back? Trying to settle a bet.

    Yes, they used to do brunch last year on Saturday and Sunday. Their chilaquiles were delicious!

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    Bubbles & Brew

    4.0(222 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Loved the live music and had a wonderful celebration with family and friends. I recommend this…read moreplace to all

    This is a neat place! There are a lot od locals and regulars and everyone seemed to know everyone,…read moremaking it feel like maybe we will be regulars one day too!. We started with Sangria (both red and white) and tho I like the white a bit more, both are really good. We also had the "a little bit of both" share charcuterie, and that was much more than expected! Not fancy, but 2 cheeses, 2 meats, assorted nuts, olives (have pits be safe!) and grapes with a few slices of a nice crusty bread and these really good large cracker type bread that was just perfect to have with our sangrias. We sat outside while a great local band played, the heaters were perfectly warm, nice string lights, and a good atmosphere. We also ordered a coffee and a beer later on, but I forget what kind of beer. Was good, I just don't recall the beer or ale. Staff was pretty attentive most of the time. The reason for not 5 stars: while I was in the industry for almost 50 years, our server seemed to get bored with us at some point and we had to flag her down. It was busy so I understand but the attitude changed a bit. Also, we wanted an item on the menu from The website and it wasn't available as the website wasn't updated. Minor issue, but the server seemed annoyed. Next time I keep the menus so that doesn't happen again. Still, totally worth the visit and since I live in the area now I would love to become a regular! Next time I want to try the flatbread

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    Inside dining area and bar

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    Vera Restaurant

    4.6(49 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Our Mother's Day experience at Vera Restaurant was superb! My daughter and I made a last-minute…read moredecision to call and check for lunch availability for two. Fortunately, they had a table for us. Upon our arrival, I was very pleased with the restaurant's ambiance, which featured unique art designs at the entrance. The host, Cristina, welcomed us warmly and guided us to our seats by a large window. We were promptly attended to by both Cristina and Melanie, who provided us with the menu and shared some background about Vera. The dining area was bright, clean, and spacious, and the menu was simple and easy to read. I ordered a glass of Sarah's Vineyard Pinot Noir, while my daughter chose a Winter Four drink. Our meals arrived promptly. I enjoyed the Yuku Salmon Bowl, which was delightful and refreshingly fresh--I cleaned my plate! My daughter had the appetizing Ahi Tuna & Saba Noodle Bowl. We concluded our meal with Profiteroles, which were bite-sized caramelized puff pastries with the perfect amount of sweetness. Complimentary, custom-made flower arrangements were beautifully crafted by Dani, who helped make our dining experience at Vera memorable. I would like to give compliments and a shout-out to Cristina, Melanie, and Dani for their excellent service. Overall, I highly recommend Vera Restaurant as a must-visit eatery. My daughter and I truly enjoyed the peaceful ambiance and, most importantly, the excellent food!

    I came here in early March. Looks like they have the Winter menu still going so looking forward to…read morecoming back for the Spring menu. Very nice ambiance and interior, especially with the art gallery. Hopefully they get some shrubbery or decor on the outside of the edge of the restaurant to block out the view of the metal fence in the back, but the setting was great otherwise. The staff and service were great as well. The food was good, but I'd love to see a few more shareable options. Overall, great restaurant and staff. Will definitely be back to enjoy the Spring menu.

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    Morgan Hill Cellars - Morgan Hill Cellars tasting room

    Morgan Hill Cellars

    4.2(85 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    This is such a cute and relaxing place to spend a weekend afternoon! My parents live in the housing…read morecomplex right next door so we strolled over to check out their $10 wine tasting. We both opted for the red wine tasting and appreciated the variety. There were one or two I didn't like as much, but I loved being able to taste such different wines. We also decided to splurge and share the white wine tasting. I loved their Rose and one of their white wines. We ended up buying a bottle of the Red Syrah and White Fiano as gifts for friends. What really took this place up from 4 to 5 stars was house hospitable and kind the staff was! Dana in particular was so warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in, asking how we ended up in Morgan Hill and congratulating us on our recent job offers. She even brought out some complimentary champage because she was so happy for our recent life changes! I have lived in the south AND the midwest, two places known for hospitality, but have never had a better experience with hospitality than here at MHC. Can't wait to come back and try more wines while I am chilling in "MoHi" for a few more weeks!

    The main tasting room is inviting and there are a lot of things to buy in their gift shop. We…read moreselected red and white wine flights to share and taste everything available. We chose to do our tasting out on the garden patio. Once we got out there my first impression was of neglect and sadness. I hoped it wasn't going to be a reflection of the wines we'd be tasting. Unfortunately it was. All were bad, some worse than others. The "champagne" had no bubbles. We noticed this before we began our tasting. They all tasted like they came from bottles that had been opened weeks before being poured for our tasting. My fiancé asked if they had tasted the wines that morning to QC, and the tasting room hostess said she had. She either has no clue what the wine should taste like or she lied. Maybe both. We heard that this winery has been changing hands frequently and that in the past had produced good wine. I will keep my fingers crossed that who ever is the current owner will be able to turn this winery around. In the meantime I couldn't in good conscience recommend anyone making time to taste here.

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    Morgan Hill Cellars - The garden patio

    The garden patio

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