My boyfriend and I came here to celebrate our anniversary and all I can say was everything was a 10/10!! Sunny was our server and from the moment we sat down he was so attentive and pleasant to talk to! He gave such amazing food and drink recommendations and he even brought out a little cake for us to celebrate our anniversary with. If you ever are in Laguna, ask for Sunny! You won't regret it! read more

I was looking for a restaurant with a great view and came across this place. When I called to make a reservation, they told me the upstairs area was already booked for a private party, so unfortunately, the view wasn't going to be available. I decided to go anyway, and I'm honestly so glad I did! When you first arrive, they have valet parking, which was okay. The parking lot is pretty small. Walking in, there are these beautiful exotic birds that immediately caught my attention. They were so gorgeous! We were greeted and seated right away. Our server was super nice, friendly, and attentive throughout our visit. The restaurant was also very clean. Now, the food was SO good! I tried a little bit of everything, and honestly, I had no complaints. The sangria I ordered was phenomenal. You could tell it was made correctly because it didn't have that harsh alcohol taste. It was smooth, refreshing, and not overly sweet. The burger was juicy and delicious, the calamari was fresh and so good, and the mac & cheese was also really tasty. Everything we tried was delicious. Even though I didn't get to experience the upstairs view, I'm so glad I still decided to come. I had such a great experience and definitely can't wait to come back and try more! read more

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Had an amazing experience at Mozambique Restaurant! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the overall experience was truly memorable. A special shout-out to Francisco, the bartender. He was absolutely fantastic--friendly, attentive, professional, and made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. read more

Mozambique - Steakhouses Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This place is a vibe!! Walking up to the restaurant you are instantly wowed by the decor and awesome layout with many dinning room options indoors and out. Got the Penne Pasta Mozambique which was loaded with wonderful flavors and did not disappoint. The cheese they put on it melts in the pasta and gives it a unique flavor profile and unites the dish. Definitely worth trying. Everything on the menu and what my party ordered looked incredible and makes me want to come back soon. But not only is the service excellent, upstairs on Sunday nights they have a live reggae band and it's such a fun place to drink and listen to amazing music with friends. I'm not sure what took me so long to learn about this place, but here I am, and I totally can't wait to return! read more

Mozambique - Penne Pasta Mozambique so good! - Steakhouses Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

I had such an amazing time here! I loved the ambiance, the scenery, the decor. Highly recommend making a reservation for the rooftop because it was the perfect sunset experience. The food takes you on a journey of diverse flavors and culture. I got the sampler plate and everything was seasoned to the T! It felt like I was taking a step into a different country. A part of that was also seeing the Toucan! It was so cool to experience that and it most definitely elevated my experience at Mozambique. read more

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Such a cute restaurant! Before entering you're greeted by parrots and a toucan. Our server Alexander was amazing. He was fun and so helpful. The traditional South African pie was so good. It's like similar to a pot pie. I got the peri peri chicken filling and it had the best South African spices. The coconut no-jito (mocktail) was also a must try. read more

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We highly recommend if you are going to watch a band, especially if it's a band you really enjoy. You really should get tickets and buy a table. It gets very crowded. We enjoyed a delicious birthday dinner. The service this particular night was really good. It's a little difficult once the band starts to play to have a conversation with whomever you're with. So, if you're going to have dinner, come at least two hours earlier so that you can enjoy the band and cocktails without having to struggle over your conversation. They do have valet parking. They also, have a shuttle car service that will pick you up and take you home within 5 miles of the restaurant. We love this. read more

Mozambique - Delicious salmon dinner - Steakhouses Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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I l was truly sensational. If you are in town or traveling through town- if you don't come by here, you're missing out! the Entertainment venue nightlife is truly an experience. Wow will definitely be back. read more

Mozambique - Steakhouses Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Not sure how to officially rate this restaurant and experience. We were a large group of 31 people who reserved a large table weeks ago. To have 2 servers was ludacris. It turned a birthday celebration into a frustrating situation. We were initially told that we could only reserve a 90 minute window for dinner. That would have been cutting it close with 4 servers but with 2 ?? It was hectic. Onto the food .... my friend and I shared the seafood platter. Everything was good but there really wasn't a wow factor. Others ordered a variety of selections which included branzino (some say it was delicious some say theirs was dry), Zanzibar hummus which was delicious and they offered additional pita bread without a charge when requested, beet salad (very tasty), Caesar salad (kinda blah ... needed something more in the dressing flavor department), pan seared salmon was dry, peri peri chicken pops (a little dry also but good flavor), penne pasta with shrimp (pasta was good but the shrimp was dry), fish and chips (they very kindly offered that for an older woman who doesn't eat a lot of different food foods and she enjoyed this option thoroughly), and South African pie (they thought this was a selection that wasn't as exciting as it sounded and would not recommend.) They initially told us they would divide the bill in increments of eight people, but when the check arrived, they split it between one side of the table and the other. This caused quite a disturbance and it was really hard to figure out who ate what and who owes what and it became quite a disturbance. To the business manager, I think if you take a handheld device to the table and process each persons selection separately it would have caused a lot less confusion and a lot more efficient way to take care of such a large check with that many people. Or perhaps offer a price fixed menu in order to avoid a major situation like the one we had. PS: the entertainment on the 2nd floor was outstanding. Retro Revolution was definitely the highlight of the evening. read more

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WOW! I have wanted to try this restaurant for a while now and it was worth the wait. Valet parking at a reasonable rate. The building has three different sections with different names, themed for what one is looking for... for example... the live music area is called... Ivan'z House Live Music Club. There's a rooftop area that is also a different name, all are part of Mozambique. We went on a Friday and it was packed. We were sat in one of their private rooms that overlook the downstairs main area. The room was intimate and much quieter than the main dining room. The whole place has a great vibe to it. Walking in, you are greeted with a huge bird cage with exotic birds. The decor is really cool and the smells of the food make one instantly hungry to try everything. The service was prompt and the staff was very kind. Now... the food. Absolutely delicious. The menu has a variety of tempting items on it, however, I wanted to try the South African food and it did not disappoint. We had somosas as an appetizer and I had the South African pie. My husband had the steak and lobster. Everything tasted amazing. We ended with a delectable dessert and a cappuccino. Afterward, we went to the bar and saw the live band setting up. Also, a cool place with a nice stage. We will definitely be back and bring the family. Thank you Mozambique for a great night. read more

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Had a great lunch here with my family on Sunday. The food and views were excellent. Our waitress was very attentive and sweet with our two kids. We will be back next time we are in Laguna Beach. read more

This spot is right on Pacific Coast Highway and they do have a small parking lot but there's usually a lot of street parking if you go during the evening. The main reason why I wanted to come here was to sit out top on the roof, but unfortunately due to the holiday the whole floor was reserved so we dined in anyway just rather food. They have different type of different type of cuisine just like African cuisine with different both flavors, which I really enjoyed. Our server was top-tier. We ordered quite a few things to start off. We got the beet salad- beets goat cheese argula (was simple and good) sampler plate- 2 peri peri chicken skewers (the older pics of this appetizer sampler does not have the same presentation, its no longer stuck onto a piece of pineapple in my opinion looks much cooler but it does come with a grilled pineapple slice), black sausage (really dry), 2 samosas, & 2 grilled prawns Durban lamb curry- comes with rice salsas and pieces of banana on the side Chilean Seabass- mashed potatoes, veggies Overall food was not bad interesting flavors good service, just sucks they dont give people the choice to reserve seats on a holiday and have to pay $30-50 extra just to reserve a table on the rooftop by calling a number ahead of time or doing it through their website. read more

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We had an amazing experience at Mozambique! Everyone was welcoming and friendly. The food and dessert were delicious; and our waiter Greg was excellent. Definitely a 10/10 and we will be back to experience the live music next time! read more

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Ambiance- rooftop is great with sea view! Went for brunch. I feel it will be extremely romantic for sunset dinner view. Food- order the sample platter, highly recommended for first timers. The periperi prawn is amazing! The samosas are really good!!! Peri peri chicken skewer is very good as well!! The African potpie is sumptuous! Service- very attentive. read more

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We're giving this a 3-star review solely because of our previous experience with our server, Jamie. The first time we dined here was incredible--so much so that we made the effort to drive out of town to come back for a special date night. Unfortunately, this visit did not live up to that experience at all. The service tonight wasn't even comparable. When our server finally came to the table, I tried to order fries I thought I had before. Realizing I was mistaken, I showed him a photo of what I meant. He said he knew what I was referring to but mentioned there would be an upcharge since they were from the happy hour menu--which I was completely fine with. What we were served, however, was extremely disappointing. The fries were drenched in an overwhelming amount of sauce--to the point where they were essentially inedible. It was surprising they were even sent out that way. Our server wasn't helpful in addressing the issue, and overall the service felt inattentive and disengaged. The entire experience felt uncomfortable rather than enjoyable. The food was average at best, and the service fell short. Jamie truly set the standard during our first visit--he's one of the best servers we've ever had, and he made the entire experience memorable. If he had been there tonight, this would easily be a 5-star review. Even with average food, he elevates the experience. read more

Mozambique - Fries Gone Wild - Steakhouses Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

The only reason to go to Monique other than amazing food is to come see Gregg. He is the best honor. read more

Mozambique - Steakhouses Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This is a must go to restaurant in OC. The rooftop seating has beautiful views of the ocean and Newport/Laguna. The decor is awesome and of course the parrots are a real delight! The food is really good. I have yet to have a disappointing meal. I also love the fusion food and seasonings they use. When I have friends visiting town I bring them here and they all rave about it, even years later. Check it out! read more

We came to the rooftop vibes and left happy and full! Such a beautiful restaurant nestled amongst other restaurants and lounges with the entrance presenting 2 live parrots and a toucan! They were sitting beautifully with their cage wide open and snacking on fresh fruit. As you walk upstairs to the rooftop you're greeted with a hostess who seats you and hands you menus. The sun was shining beautifully and our waiter set up the umbrellas to shade our table. We enjoyed cocktails and some appetizers. The samosas were perfectly crispy and warm with a zesty dipping sauce. The calamari was tasty and came with a side of sweet potato fries. We did think the calamari could've been crispier. We also had the seafood salad that had a hefty amount of seafood, from large shrimps and scalps to thin slices of calamari. The salad came with two sides of dressing but already had a citrus vinaigrette drizzled on top and it was perfect as is. For our lunch we ordered the salmon and periperi prawns that were cooked to perfection! The salmon was grilled and moist on the inside. The prawns grilled perfectly and sweet. We couldn't get enough of the steamed veggies that came on the side, so much that we ordered an additional side of steamed veggies. Overall we were very pleased with this restaurant and can't wait to come back! read more

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This establishment gets 5 stars just for the amazing service! From the valet to the hostess and the waiter, every staff at Mozambique was super friendly and accommodating. We came during lunch to celebrate a birthday and the hostess downstairs noticed the cake we were holding and offered to keep it in the fridge. At the end of our meal, the waitstaff brought out the cake with fresh plates with utensils and candles. We were in a seafood mood so only got seafood dishes from the menu. Was expecting more bold African flavor but the food we got didn't have that oomph. They were nonetheless enjoyable and the seafood tasted fresh. The rooftop area is very nice and the umbrellas cover practically every corner so no matter where you sit, you are protected. Would love to come back during sunset time to soak in the view. read more

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Amazing restaurant. Jose and Juan were both great. They got us our food quickly, and everything tasted amazing. I have celiac disease (severe gluten allergy) and their menu clearly labeled what my options were. Also, the rooftop seating has just the most beautiful view. The birds out front absolutely make my day, only to be topped by the great service. Thank you Jose and Juan for making our evening so special! read more

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We came for Valentine's Day lunch and had a wonderful time. Reservations were easy to make. Rooftop seating with a view is first come but we got lucky and group just left. We tried the sample plate for 2, south African pie, and pork chop. Everything was delicious. The peri peri chicken was a bit spicy if you have children with you. But they are very kid friendly to my surprise for being a trendy spot. They gave a coloring page and crayons. Staff was nice. The vibes were great. The food was delicious and the view was nice. read more

Mozambique - Pork Chop - Steakhouses Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

We both had the mixed plate. Everything was excellent. Our server Sunny was the best. Rooftop restaurant with views of the ocean. read more

Mozambique - Mixed grill plate. Everything cooked to perfection. - Steakhouses Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Went to the rooftop for brunch and it was fabulous. I got the Bloody Mary and Mediterranean salad with salmon. Both were delicious, also loved the cute macaws and Tucan on the first floor! read more

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Mozambique's rooftop sunset dining experience is an excellent choice for our large group, especially with the great ocean views over Laguna Beach. Kudos to the staff for trying their best to accommodate our request to have more shade before the sun set. We enjoyed the shareable options--small plates, seafood, and hearty entrées. Service is attentive and organized even though it was busy. I had food coma. And I'm not complaining. read more

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The view on the top is so beautiful! We came here for a birthday! It is a little tight for a larger party, we did get stuck in the corner. I did kinda feel as though my party and I got neglected. I wish that the server came around more often. The food was pretty good. I suggest the mix platter! It was enough for two people and it had all the protein one might need. The chicken skewers were one of my favorites. read more

A real taste of South Africa, the peri-peri is so good! It wasn't too busy either so I got a good table with a view. The servers are attentive and really helpful. read more

Mozambique - Traditional South African Pie and Durban Curry - Steakhouses Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Extremely disappointing experience from start to finish. Based on what I saw on the restaurant's website, I was expecting a nice rooftop dining experience, but the reality was completely different. Before coming, I called to make a reservation specifically because my son & I wanted to sit on the rooftop. I was told that they did not take reservations for rooftop seating, but that I could make a regular reservation and rooftop seating was first come, first served if there was availability. My son and I arrived and there were three tables along the edge of the rooftop--the exact type of seating we had hoped for. Despite being there, the hostess refused to seat us at any of those tables and told us they had been "purchased." This was never mentioned when I called, and it was extremely frustrating after specifically asking about rooftop seating in advance. We were given menus and the hostess returned to her stand. She then came back to our table and told us we had to be finished by 5:05. So, on top of the confusion about the rooftop seating, we were also being rushed through our meal. Then came the food. I asked our waiter what the "Fries Gone Wild" were, and he explained that they were cheesy fries. We ordered them, only to receive what tasted like frozen fries that had been fried and then covered with a peppery sauce that had clearly been sitting long enough to soak into the fries. And they had NO cheese. When I asked Jose elegy there was no cheese , he looked confused and didn't know. They were cold, mushy, and soggy. Not remotely what I expected. The entrees were even worse. My son's fish and chips came out correctly, but my order was completely wrong. The expeditor took it to our waiter, Jose, who understandably became frustrated and came over to apologize and confirm what I had actually ordered. At that point, my son already had his food, so my correct meal would now have to be started and take additional time. My son took one fry and a small bite of the fish, then gagged and told me he didn't feel well. I tried a bite of the fish myself, and it was incredibly mushy and full of water. It tasted like frozen fish that had been fried and served without being properly prepared. It was genuinely disgusting. I told Jose that I did not want my order and asked for the check. Despite the fact that my son had taken essentially one bite of the meal, the restaurant refused to remove the fish and chips from the bill. The atmosphere wasn't much better. There were several flies buzzing around, the bar area looked dirty, and there were plenty of employees around but very little evidence of efficient service. Too many people seemed to be standing around rather than actually attending to guests or maintaining the restaurant. Overall, this was a combination of poor service, extremely low-quality food, questionable communication, and a lack of cleanliness and management. The experience was nothing like what the restaurant's website led me to expect. What should have been a nice rooftop meal with my son turned into a frustrating and disappointing experience. I would not return based on this visit, and I certainly would not recommend it to someone looking for a quality rooftop dining experience. read more

Laguna Beach: South African fare at this very large, unique restaurant with a rooftop that allows you to gaze on that beautiful Pacific Ocean. Wonderful ambience and plenty of heaters to dine comfortably on those rare cold nights. Fixed $ Valet parking only unless you can find a space on the streets. We came too late for Happy Hour, but definitely worth getting there early because the menu looked fabulous. There were so many choices for HH which drew us there, but we managed to find plenty of alternatives off the regular menu. Halal choices. Peri-Peri Chicken was very delicious with some spicy sauces on the side. The Portobello Mushroom stack was tender and devoured in no time. Very unique culinary delight. The Beet Salad was a great addition to our non-happy hour dinner. Service was perfect with just enough attention. The place is worth ambling about with their three stories and seating for 750. Of course it's a special delight to see the beautiful parrots and toucan as you enter. Lovely place off PCH. read more

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Came here to celebrate a birthday! Service was pretty friendly and overall the inside was very cozy (rooftop was closed due to weather). The building layout is kind of confusing, however. Food was delicious! And the drinks were STRONG. My only complaint is that the charcuterie board could have been better. I loved the seafood curry! Great spot for a special occasion. read more

Mozambique - Steakhouses Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This place is huge, beautiful, and great for big groups. We had a party of 20 with a reservation and were seated in their patio area on the ground floor. I know there is a rooftop, but it was already occupied by another party. Their patio was also very pretty though! Our servers were all kind and attentive for our big group and the food was delicious! They have happy hour on the weekend starting at 3pm, which is what we mostly ordered from. They also allowed us to store our cake in the freezer and they charge a $2pp cake fee. Their peri peri sauce is so good! They serve it on fries, chicken, and prawns. We were ordered most of the dishes on the happy hour menu and enjoyed it all, from the calamari, wings, wild fries, samosas, salmon, halibut, South African pie. Great drinks too! We went with a South African Chardonnay that was really good. This is a great place to celebrate with a big group! read more

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Had reservations with my best friend celebrating our 10 years of friendship. From beginning to end the food and customer service was great. Upon sitting down, waters were brought to the table and consistently refilled. We started with their ceviche, which was fresh and cooked well. Even taste through every bite. For entrees we had their Salmon and the lemon chili linguini (added chicken). The salmon had a good sear to it and the taste was amazing, cooked perfect to my liking- not over cooked at all, soft with every bite. The veggies and potatoes served with the salmon were exceptional as well. The green sauce served with it was so complimenting to both the protein and sides. My guest stated the pasta was delicious as well. "It had plenty of flavor and spices without overwhelming the palate. The pasta was perfectly cooked while the chicken complimented the meal- as it is wood smoked and still moist." Soon after we were done eating, I believe the manager greeted us asking how our meal was and if we were celebrating anything in particular. We shared we were celebrating our friend anniversary and he surprised us with their Portuguese hot butter pudding. The dessert was a perfect ending to the meal! It was a warm bread pudding complimented with fresh whipped cream and berries. Each bite melted in your mouth. Along with great customer service, the ambiance is good as well. Since it is rooftop, tables are tightly packed, but we didn't mind it at all. There is still enough room to walk and eat comfortably. A beautiful view is seen from every angle of Laguna as well. The waiters were very prompt and polite, even when busy. They openly accommodated any needs we requested. Definitely will be coming back, and recommend it to others. read more

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It would have been laughable the excuses you are giving to validate the failure of your system. We reserved and even called 10 minutes before arrival that the roof tables were ready but upon arriving we were stuffed, yes exact word stuffed on the ground floor corridor where barely one person can squeeze in ! Un reference to your excuse regarding minimum coverage, Our orders were over a $100/person . So don't give me standardized excuses! Your short black hair manager simply acted in an evil discretionary way just like you see in a bad movie. We came to this restaurant for the ambiance view and food! I became claustrophobic seated in a tunnel with stone walls behind us and in front of us! Your apology is merely an attempt saving your face and even then you failed at that! What a Pathetic apology! You merely proven you don't cate! To all possible future customers: Don't book Mozambique you will definitely will be mistreated and your special day reservations will not be honored nor respected. read more

We again had a wonderful meal consisting of an assortment of seafood, the Seafood Platter for 2. Service was above & beyond as prior, the room was comfortable & quiet. We will likely come back again next year to celebrate with friends, our wedding anniversary. It is nice to have a place to go to that is consistently excellent. read more

Thank you, Mr. Manager, for taking the time to respond. Unfortunately, your response does not erase the extremely poor experience we had at your restaurant. The lack of reasonable time limits for rooftop seating, the apparent favoritism toward certain customers, the painfully slow service, and the disappointing quality of the food all contributed to an unacceptable experience. I understand that some customers may come primarily for the rooftop view and may be willing to overlook mediocre food and poor service because of the atmosphere. I am not one of those customers. A beautiful view does not compensate for low-quality food and inadequate service, especially at the prices your restaurant charges. Perhaps instead of defending the experience, management should take these criticisms seriously and focus on improving the food, service, and overall treatment of customers. A great location may bring people through the door once, but good food and good service are what bring them back. read more

A very nice lunch on the upper terrace. Food was amazing! We had the sampler for two, blueberry coco mojito, day spa cocktail and Portuguese butter pudding. Jamie T. provided impeccable service which is very hard to get these days. Free parking on site. I highly recommend this establishment! read more

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My friend and I went for a fancy dinner together because we had never dressed up and wanted to roleplay lol. The food was yummy, the prices were honestly pretty good, it was right by the beach so it was beautiful and very fun. We went at night so we couldn't see much, but during the day or a night with a full moon would be spectacular. The waiter also was very nice and let me try a sample of the wine before I ordered which I appreciated since I'd never really tried wine. The french fries here, the spicy ones were sooo good definitely try those. There was also a dancing area downstairs!!?? We didn't get a chance to try it out since it was closing, but we're making plans to go back and try it! read more

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Booked a table for 90.00 to see a friend's band. Got there 45 minutes early. Seated at a table with strangers, with zero visibility of the stage in some weird offshoot of the main room. Met with hostility when I asked the hostess and server why I paid to reserve seats that can't see the band. The food was mediocre. Service otherwise was ok. First and last show at "Ivan's House". I was in the basement of Ivan's house. The show was in the living room. I won't be returning. read more

Our first time here at Mozambique visiting Laguna beach. Love the live parrots at the entrance , interesting decor and unique. We ordered the Samosa and it was delicious . For our entrees we have shrimp scampi with Mozambique rice and peri peri sauce and Cape Malay Curry Seafood ( both dishes are excellent) with Mozambique rice .. For dessert we have the Portuguese Pudding. All delicious and tasty . We also had Sangria and Aperol Our server Mariana was very nice and friendly. She took good care of us with a nice smile. We had a great experience for both food and service. read more

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Solid spot for happy hour on a rooftop! Happy hour is Wednesday - Sunday from 3-5pm which is great for locals and visitors. I got a tequila soda & lime for $8 and an order of the calamari. To start, the drink was made with love -- I'll leave it at that. The calamari was served in strips with sweet potato fries which threw me off a little bit, but everything tasted good (the dipping sauces were delish) and for $10, you can't really go wrong. The rooftop is definitely a vibe, try to get a seat by the glass if you're able to for optimal views. They have the rooftop covered with umbrellas to escape the summer sun which was really nice. The service was fast and everyone was really friendly. I want to come back and try some of their happy hour dishes for $15 -- they looked and smelled amazing. Overall, I recommend checking this spot out! read more

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Just wanted to preface this review by saying that it was probably slammed packed for Valentine's Day and everyone was trying their best. From beginning to end, it probably took over two and a half hours--most of it spent waiting. We were served the amuse bouche course as soon as we sat down, which in hindsight was probably meant for another table. Spent close to 30 minutes waiting to order drinks and food. Took about half that to get starters but did not get entree for another 30. Flagged down someone and got the dishes right after, so I feel like our food was sitting out. Similar wait time for both the check and dessert. Honestly, I witnessed multiple frantic servers bring the wrong items to multiple tables. Saw multiple parties walk out after waiting much longer than us for entrees. Food was alright. Amuse bouche was not good; scampi was fine but the beet ravioli tasted like straight beet -- couldn't taste goat cheese or mint etc. Starters was nothing to write home about. Entrees (sea bass & ribeye) were the saving grace, quite good, flavorful, texture was right. Dessert (Portuguese butter pudding & flourless ganache) was OK, wouldn't elect to order it outside of the prix fixe. Overall, I feel like they oversold and under delivered for the holiday. I don't know if I would come back again just for entrees, maybe on a weekday lunch... read more