My wife surprised me with a Valentine's eve dinner at Bella's Bistro, and the food and service…read moreexceeded our every expectation. You'll hear many patrons describe this restaurant as a hidden gem. Believe them. From our observation, reservations are highly desirable and may prove necessary for weekend nights. The only seatings available when we called a day earlier were at 4:30 or after 7:00 PM. We took the earlier, and frankly are glad we did. We arrived at their unassuming storefront location as the first patrons of the day, were warmly greeted and immediately seated. From this moment forward, my wife and I agreed: If anyone hopes to run a highly successful small restaurant, Bella's Bistro is the template. Inside, the ambiance was tasteful with gentle background music at the absolutely perfect tempo and volume to allow for conversation. We found the furnishings, tableware and restroom immaculate. Fresh flowers and a candle adorned each table, and the decorations for Valentine's Day were just the right tone, conveying appeal without being garish. Kudos to the staff for getting it right on all of the above. Though I generally set expectations low for the wine list or bartending at a small establishment, Bella's features a diverse wine list and specialty cocktails that pair very well with their menu. Of particular note was the superb crafting of cocktails during our visit - again, exceeding our expectations. It was during cocktail service that we noticed the full-service bar tucked in the rear corner of the restaurant, offering barstool seating and counter service for those who may be so inclined. We shared a nicely prepared caesar salad, while enjoying the basket of varied breads. While refrigerated butter pats were provided in the basket, it would have been a tad easier and more appealing if a small container of whipped butter had been offered instead. Our entrees included their homemade ravioli as well as chicken parmigiana, the latter included a large perfectly crafted portion of chicken accompanied by perfectly prepared spaghetti. To say this restaurant knows how to make and served great pasta is in understatement, with the ravioli a choice to be savored. A simple cheesecake dessert topped off the evening. Though the restaurant was full as our meal ended, we never felt rushed or ignored. Service was at all times attentive but never overbearing. There was genuine interest in our enjoyment and satisfaction. We encourage you to try Bella's Bistro!

I was surprised by how small the restaurant was when we walked in. It's charming inside, but the…read morespace feels a bit cramped. My wife and I visited on a Sunday evening, and the service was excellent. We also enjoyed some really good cocktails before dinner. Unfortunately, the food was disappointing. My steak wasn't cooked properly, and my wife's chicken dish was underwhelming. I'd consider going back for the drinks and appetizers, but probably not for the entrées.

Just spoke to the Manager, Jamie. What a true professional and asset to the organization…read more A business should always be concerned with a less than postive review and she reached out. Jamie listened to my issues with the service that evening and didn't give excuses. We agreed that although sometimes people fall short of expectations, it's important to be on your game no matter what. We'll be back because the service and food have been exceptional through the years. Thank you Jamie

Let me first start by saying, the food is delicious (when cooked to the right temperature), but the…read moreservice, that's a bit questionable. The other night we checked in for our reservation & the hostess proceeded to take us to our table. She initially took us to a table set for 6, meanwhile we were a party of 7, so she motioned for us to sit at the next table, which was set for 7 people. Upon walking to our table & pulling out our chairs, a man in a suit, who I presume was the manager, asked if we had been helped. He completely caught us off guard because we hadn't even sat down yet. I answered him yes, & then he proceeded to tell me that usually someone from the front would walk us to our table (as if we had just walked into the restaurant & sat ourselves). What?! I responded & told him the host did. In actuality, she walked us to the vicinity of our table, not right up to our table, but that's a discussion for him to have with the hostess. Being we were customers & this was a nicer restaurant in comparison to a more casual or fast food place, the way in which the manager confronted us & handled the situation was completely unprofessional. Anyways, the rest of our party soon joined us & after ordering drinks & a couple of appetizers, we ordered our food. Well, out of the 3 medium well steaks we ordered, all 3 were brought to us rare (red & much more raw inside than we prefer, or ordered). We sent all 3 back & when they came back, they were better, but still not medium well). This is surprising because being Larsen's is a steakhouse, I would think the cooks would be able to gauge the temperatures more accurately. Needless to say, the seasoning they use gives their steaks a delicious flavor, so we did enjoy that. Another issue we encountered was our waiter, although very nice, took the initiative of charging our party for extra kids chicken tenders, simply because our friends' daughters were sharing them & had asked for an extra plate. While that was a kind gesture, he should have asked their parents if they would like extra tenders, not just do it & then charge us. Also, my friend's husband ordered 2 sides with his prime rib, thinking it came with 2 sides. When the bill came it reflected the $10 additional side, so he asked the waiter about how it, to which the waiter responded that the menu clearly states that it only comes with one side. I understand that & our friend's husband clearly didn't see that (nor did we pay attention when he ordered it, we were talking), but typically in cases like this, the waiter would let the person know that they would be happy to accommodate their request, but that the extra side will be an additional charge. After being at the restaurant for over 2 hours between the slow service, issues with our steaks, & discrepancies over the additional charges (which the waiter did take care of), we left a little less than satisfied with the restaurant, & the waiter was clearly not happy with us. Although the waiter took care of everything, not once did the manager come back to our table to apologize or ask how everything was. Usually when there's an issue, the manager will stop by the table to check in. I don't know that we'll be returning to this location.

Food is delicious and amazing Service is on point, excellent…read moreAmbiance is very traditional and comforting

Honestly not sure what happened here. I'm just greatful Uner Eats gave us a partial refund for this…read moredisaster. Our order: 1 French toast combo, 2 bacon and egg breakfast sandwhiches with sides of crispy hash brown, and 1 strawberries & cream French toast. 1. French toast combo wasn't actually a combo, just French toast. They missed the entire rest of the combo which was hash brown, egg, and 2 slices bacon. 2. Strawberries & "cream" French toast came with no butter / no cream as advertised on the photo. Dry and without any syrup, and little flavor. At least they managed to include strawberries. 3. Hash browns for both sandwhiches were ordered as "crispy". They arrived almost soggy with just a slightly burnt top layer, no salt, and sad. Our first time ordering from here was abysmal, would never order again.

literally so nice and fast I would definitely come back!…read more the food amazing and the place was so chill and calm thank you Elvia for the awesome service

I've been here for a while now and the most part they do a good job. The only issue i have is…read moresometimes they seem to be understaffed. I will share an example with you. I entered into the location and was no cashier in the front. She was at the end of the counter expediting the food out to the guests that were seated. She saw that there was a line forming and began to come to the front to take the guests that were waiting in line. Very critical to keep employee's position at all times and very important to keep your location staff at peak hours though out the day or an at evening time. This has happened a few times and unfortunately it happens when I come in. Go figure. One of My favorites sandwiches is the BBQ Tri-Tip sandwich, the only thing is I would like is if the bread could be heated up or to complete the sandwich. Instead of the Bread kept at room temperature. just a thought. For the most part the location is kept clean, good job on this!

Usually we visit the Flying Yolk after some local morning community business. It's usually fast to…read moreorder, fast to get your food, the coffee is good and strong, and the place has a nice vibe. Lately I've been without wheels, and have ordered from here for delivery, but this past Friday we actually had a small meeting near by and we all ate in this restaurant. The food, the service and the quality were all present and worthy of FIVE stars. I had my usual Flying Fried sandwich and it did not disappoint, in fact it seemed slightly better than the last one I had. Their coffee was as good as always, a welcome beverage during a busy morning. Well played FLYING YOLK, you are a credit to our community, keep up the good vibes.

The food is ok... fine... edible. Nothing really blows me away. A little bland, but apparently I…read morelike salt more than many. To add a drink and a little tub of fruit to my order was like $5. Eh. Not impressed. 8 grapes, 8 blueberries, one strawberry. Fountain drinks all have sugar except for the Diet Pepsi and the worst iced tea in existence. The most shocking was the restrooms. Omg. The womens was "out of order" and the mens stunk worse than a morgue with faulty air conditioning. My husband wanted to go before we left. I don't know how he did it. I went next and -- this has never happened to me -- as soon as I closed the door I immediately had the urge to vomit. I ran out and exhaled. Gawd it was the most horrid sulfur, rotting flesh, overflowed septic smell ever. So, today is 7 May 2026... if you go there any time soon and think you might need to "go", check in the back before you order. You might want to skip this place til they get their literal shite together!

First Visit - Definitely Coming Back…read more This was my first time at Junkyard in Simi Valley, and it did not disappoint. We ordered the fish & chips, stinking fries, chicken Parmesan, and the Godfather sandwich, paired with a Cactus Cooler and a MadeWest Hazy IPA. Everything was excellent--from the crispy, flavorful fries to the perfectly cooked chicken Parmesan and hearty sandwich. You can tell they take pride in the quality and consistency of their food. What really stood out was the service. Anastasia was outstanding--she gave great recommendations, explained the local favorites, and made sure we had everything we needed. True 5-star service from start to finish. It's not easy to find a place that delivers both great food and great service, but Junkyard absolutely does. We'll definitely be back--and bringing friends next time. -Ian Lantz

Heard about this spot from a few people so had to try it out…read more Didn't quite know what to expect. I loved all the funny sayings and quotes. When we walked in, I noticed the food looked good. However, we came in to watch the game so we sat at the bar and read the menu. The menu is really overwhelming with so many options. I ended up getting the chili with two flour tortillas but you add to it like cheese, onions, etc. my fiancée got the chicken burger and I took a small bite, pretty good. The sweet potatoes fries nice and crispy. The bartender said all the pizzas are good which I believe her cause I saw a few people order them and they looked good! I also noticed calamari being ordered at a few tables so I'll def order those next time! As fun as it can be, the bar area can get a little rowdy. Wasn't the vibe I was going for but hey next time I know and maybe we'll sit at the booths. There's a huge parking lot and outside area to sit at. If you're not there to watch games, looks like a cool spot to eat at.

Fusion Grill is wonderful! We've been several times, and I love that everyone can find something…read moreon the massive menu. The food is great, and the owners are the best! My son was recently diagnosed with Celiac disease, and eating out at restaurants has been a challenge. We went to Fusion Grill today, the first time since his diagnosis, and the owner explained that she could make almost anything on the menu gluten-free. They have gluten-free pastas, breads, buns.... They even have a separate fryer, so we don't have to worry about cross-contamination. Most importantly, the owner really understands that even a tiny bit of gluten is still gluten, and for someone with Celiac, they can get very sick. My kids were so excited to find a "safe" restaurant, and we plan on returning frequently!

I've been going to this place since they had a tiny location in Newbury Park…read more The menu is deceptive, it looks like oh, salads and sandwiches, but like all great spot, it's the little things. The fries are addictive, crispy and perfectly seasoned, their "house" sauce - a sweet and savory aioli is crack. This fusion salad is perfection, every thing is perfectly seasoned, insanely fresh, but what gets me is how clean the flavors are, every ingredient comes through clearly and then complements so well. Service is warm, genuine and owner driven. Space is bright and tasteful but nothing overly fancy. Prices are a little over average, but quality really makes you not blink an eye over it.

Urban Cafe never fails. Absolutely delicious every single time. I ordered the chicken cilantro…read moresalad so fresh and flavorful and of course had to grab a cookie too perfection. Everything tasted clean, fresh, and made with care. Huge shoutout to Felix Diaz, who helped me at the register and packaged everything so nicely. He was warm, attentive, and genuinely pleasant. The kind of service that makes you want to keep coming back. The place itself is always spotless, the food never disappoints, and the overall experience is consistently great. Love coming here :)

First time at an urbane, recommended by a friend we were treating to dinner…read more I was nervous cause it seems like a healthy forward place and sometimes that means unseasoned cardboard lol. That was not the case here! I got the Chimmichurri steak sandwich, hubby got a Mediterranean bowl add chicken, and our friend got the salmon bowl. I tore up my sandwich. It was full of flavor, great portion of meat, and very fresh. My hubby's bowl was very good as well. Overall portions are good and flavor is great.

My good friends turned me onto this place after visiting them at a local farmers market in…read moreHollywood. I live in Moorpark and was happy to find this place has a brick-and-mortar less than 15 minutes from my house. They have a really good selection of sushi, great fish and it's always fun to grab some and do homemade sushi days nights.

Great service. The fish was amazing, a little pricey though…read more He was very friendly and helpful!