Overrated and overpriced. Maybe it's because I'm from Boston where our oysters are amazing, but the west coast oysters we got here were basically inedible. First time in my life I didn't finish all the oysters I ordered. Gave me an intense fear of oysters from the west coast. Wine wasn't bad. Food wasn't memorable. read more

Very nice place - i go there with my wife for date dinners. Food/service/ambiance is all great.

We made reservation as we had an event in the area. I was very skeptical as a lot of hotel restaurants are hit or miss. Well, we were very happy with our meal of 3 different items that were ordered even though the the menu is small. Everything came out fast, fresh, and just the right flavor. I would prefer less salt but I know that is just me. Everything was beautifully seasoned, plated, and well done. There is live band on Friday evenings. Definitely highly recommend. read more

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Between 3-3.5 stars, but there weren't any dishes I would re-order and I also didn't like our server so rounding down. Cute restaurant located in the Park St. James hotel with indoor and outdoor patio seating. Their patio seating is amazing, and a perfect space to dine in during the spring and summer months with twinkling lights strung up throughout. Since it wasn't warm outside yet when I came, I sat inside. It was busy but not crowded on a Tuesday night, and I tried: -Mini Lobster Tacos (Cilantro, Avocado Cream, Red Onion Sofrito, $20, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=uE2kG1uevArb3Ad5c_gBTQ&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg): The lobster was really fresh, and these tacos were light and refreshing. Although they were good, I'm not a huge lobster fan, and would likely order another appetizer. -Parker House Rolls (Lemon Poppyseed Butter, $6, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=OpuqHNlA0syTEJUaeA32Jw&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg): Just ok- the rolls were mostly soft inside but the tops were too dry. The butter helped, but I've had better parker house rolls. -Organic Spinach + Kale (Herb Tofu, Avocado, Candy Walnuts, Mint Pesto, $14, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=LBg5dtsXRY1W9ZkIqBf74g&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg): Delicious salad, but the portion could've been larger. I liked the combination of ingredients, and everything was really fresh. -Pan Roasted King Salmon (Asparagus, Fava Bean, Bok Choy, Potato Leek Nage, $34, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=mVymjeX3zpRo9edrj1QnMg&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg): The salmon was cooked perfectly, and the skin was nice and crispy. However, the dish needed a bit more seasoning overall. -Japanese Eggplant (Black Garlic Yogurt, Chermoula, Bread Crumbs, $9, https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=N_tVgi1hxHfJHGkIxE3c3Q&userid=76vIFZcC7owykCBjMfGVXg): Solid dish, and the eggplant had a great sear on it. I also really liked the sauce. Overall, the presentation of the food was impressive, but the flavors weren't quite there. Their menu has a lot of variety though, and I would come back to try their other dishes. I appreciated the quality of their ingredients, but felt some of the portion sizes could be increased. The service was the most disappointing portion of the meal- our server (guy with a beard/mustache) seemed condescending, and was not friendly or helpful. It's been a few months since I've dined here, and hope I don't see him again if I come back. There is not much street parking available; however, they have complimentary valet for the first 3 hours. read more

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A cute place to grab drinks & some snacks or more after a long day of work. I booked a table here not knowing it was connected to a hotel to meet up with a coworker for drinks & snacks. Parking was difficult but the live music and cute outdoor door ambience made up for it. It's definitely on the pricey side at $16 per drinks, and you can easily drink 3 or 4 of them because they're so tasty! My favorite was the Cucumber Gimlet & and this red drink with lychee (can't find it on the menu anymore)! Both were so good. Tart, sour & a bit sweet but not too sweet. We shared a lovely cheese & charcuterie board with amazing honey!, crispy brussel sprouts, truffle fries (amazing!), and a spinach tagliatelle. Everything was great but the spinach tagliatelle was bland. I would probably come here for maybe drinks and the fries bc they're that good! read more

September 2020- first experience as a take-out order. I called to order brunch but they informed me that the menu on Yelp was not updated. The lady needed to text it to my cellphone before I placed my order. The chicken and waffles were delicious and full of flavor. Tonight, was my first dine in experience. Restaurant is located in the Park James Hotel- making the only parking available as valet. So make sure to have some cash for the valet people. They have no ATMs and the 76 across the street doesn't either. Tonight however I felt our server was new. After ordering my son an orange juice, I ordered "2 BLANTONS". Our server was a Spanish man, but a lady came to our table and handed us 2 BLANKETS. I thought the blankets were just because they had trouble keeping the heater on because it was breezy. Then the appetizers came. Then the entrees. And our blantons never came. I asked the server for the "blantons" and got an obvious reaction of confusion. I think they should make sure their servers know that blantons is a bourbon. But honestly found it pretty funny. Portion size of their dishes were generous. Food was flavorful. As first timers ordered : truffle fries, caesar salad (i'll never pass on a caesar with anchovies), prosciutto and burrata, petite filet with mushrooms and gnocchi, branzino. The veggies in the branzino were nicely plated but my only wish is that it had a tad bit of flavor. There were so many textures in the veggies I'd hope even one of them would be maybe pickled to give it a slight kick? I would have given this place 4 stars. I chose this place to celebrate my Mom's birthday because indoor dining has been halted, outdoor dining has been pretty limited, and this restaurant has a nice outdoor patio with many heaters and string lights to set the mood. But I have never had to ask for a candle for the dessert I ordered. Yes, I did mention the celebration on my reservation. Note upon arrival: the lady actually read my special requests "3 adults 1 child No high chair needed." ... And skipped my Mom's birthday which was the first sentence of the request. So she knew. To not communicate that to my server honestly lost a star. Because I came all the way to Menlo Park from San Francisco and if I'm dining here I want to take my Mom's picture with a candle!! Sadly this disappointed me and just reminded me that I asked for 2 BLANTONS but got 2 BLANKETS. read more

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The food is magical and so is the service. I've given them 3 tries with different friend groups, unfortunately the consensus is the same. It's a cool vibe so it's unfortunate the food and service is not great. read more

Bartenders so knowledgeable, drinks were amazing and atmosphere. Definitely a spot for parties and special events. read more

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Food was delicious. Best short rib I have had in years. Wait staff was attentive and friendly.

I think i might add this place to my go-to list. They have a very small menu but the food is delicious. Right off, the hostess was kind enough to seat us in the outdoor area. Love the ambiance. Very cozy atmosphere. They also have guy playing music outside. The weather was perfect that day. Bartender did a great job mixing drinks but they are a bit pricy. Our waiter, Rene, was very attentive and checked on us frequently. Overall, this is a great place to hang out with friends for drinks. read more

This place is so cute & perfect for a girls night or date night! Took off a star because there was not much to choose from on the menu, and had a bit of a rude encounter when speaking on the phone to a host. Other than that, our server was great & there was live music! Not sure if that's a regular thing. The cocktails are so delicious and there's lots to choose from. I really enjoyed the Cucumber Gimlet, it was refreshing and perfectly sweet. Truffle fries were one of the best I've had, and the raw oysters were a great start to our meal. Overall wish there was more variety in food, but great atmosphere and I am definitely open to coming again. read more

Apple and Cranberry Chopped Salad are the best and I would go again anytime just to enjoy this delicious meal

Oak + Violet has seriously become my new favorite spot! From the atmosphere to the amazing service this is the place to go, whether it is to dine in, grab a cocktail, listen to some very talented musicians or even host an event this place fits every occasion. The best part is trying Chef Shane's cuisine. This very talented and gifted chef has elevated the dining experience at Oak + Violet. With her attention to detail and knowledge of food. Her dishes display the true artistry of food. Not to mention the taste is euphoric and made with love. I think it is so worth trying Chef Shane's master pieces and enjoying the ambiance at Oak +Violet. read more

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My colleagues and I had an amazing dinner here! The service was great, beautiful venue, chill vibe, and live music! The food was SO good, and I don't often rave about brussel sprouts but we had to get a second order because they were too good. Our server, Felipe, was super friendly and on top of it. We will definitely be back! read more

Oak + Violet - Crème brûlée was amazing - New American Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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Do not eat here if you have food allergies! My partner and I were excited to try this place for drinks and a couple of appetizers. I'm sad to even write a negative review (you can see all of my other reviews are 5 stars). We ordered 3 rounds of drinks (all good) and then the olives and the charcuterie board. We told our waiter TWO times that I have a nut allergy and asked if they could make the board with no nuts/ask the kitchen if they could accommodate us. The cheese board came back with meat with pistachios in it... We then sent it back and another server said "oh you didn't tell them no nuts?" Which is not true because we always ask about nuts/cross contamination whenever we go out... So clearly there's a lack of either basic understanding about what a nut allergy is or lack of communication from wait staff to the kitchen. We ended up with a cheese and bread board. I keep my epipens with me at all times and luckily I didn't need to use them. It's a cute place but I would NOT recommend it to anyone who has a food allergy as it's too risky. We spent about $250.00 and it wasn't worth it for a possible adverse reaction/EpiPen/hospital trip. read more

Summary: A notch up from Old Pro. Exceptionally disappointed. Best part: Nice waitstaff. Overall: A pickup joint for a slightly older crowd that's hoping to seem semi-posh. In the end, the quality is just missing but the somewhat elevated prices are there to inflate the perceived value. Lots of booze & the only organic item in this 'farm friendly' restaurant is the tea. Left after uncomfortably inhaling butane & cheap perfume for 20 minutes. read more

Can't give enough complements to chef Simona! What a beautiful restaurant with high design and + the great service and amazing food = a true 5 star experience! Celebrated my friend's birthday dinner at O+V and boy what a treat that was. Chef Simona came to our table and she was just amazing! So kind and sweet! Every dish we tasted was truly amazing: bread/butter, truffle fries, the impossible sliders, half chicken, squash salad, and one of my absolute favorite was the eggplant! Hands down one of the most delicious eggplant dishes I've had to date. Service was fabulous and altogether we couldn't ask for a better night. read more

The food, the drinks, and the atmosphere were all amazing! Our waitress Valeria was great and her service on point. Chef Shane's dishes are delightful! The combination of ingredients compliment each other so well, I couldn't keep my fork down. And the desserts, oh man the desserts. Spoil yourself, your gf,/bf your wife or mom and bring them here. read more

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Went here for my birthday and experienced some TOP notch service + amazing food. +100000 to the Lucky Charm drink. 10/10 If you are hesitant about coming, I hope this encourages you to pull the trigger and try it for yourself! Will definitely be back! read more

We love going here for happy hours getting drinks & a bite. The drinks & ambience is great. We enjoyed the oysters & seared scallops but the wagyu didn't have much seasoning and didn't really dig the sweet onion on top. But the sides & the sauce was great. read more

Oak + Violet - Happy Hour! - New American Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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Our server Chris was so hospitable, efficient and made our first visit here so wonderful. read more

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Celebrated a friends 50th birthday over there. The food was delicious and surface is great.

Booked the place for a birthday. The staffs are great and helpful. Preselected meals for a family style dinner. I paid extra to get steak from the menu. It was 1 piece of steak for 6 people to share. The steak can be a meal for one person. Each guest paid $153 and they got maybe two sliver of meat. Overall, it was not enough food and we got so many complaints from the guest. I wouldn't recommend this place for party events. Told the restaurant but was ignored. read more

Amazing!!! Service, food, drinks, ambience! I hosted a party of 15 for my husband and Oak and Violet did not disappoint. Everything was set up beautifully for us. Felipe was more than we could ask for. He was attentive, prompt and very friendly the whole evening. He made recommendations along the way and made the night very special for everyone. This will be our go to from now on! Special mention to Eduardo who makes the BEST drinks in the area. Thanks Oak and Violet. The night was amazing! read more

Oak + Violet - Apple Cobbler - New American Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I'm writing this review based on my most recent experience at Oak + Violet. I had been here once before on a first date and was blown away by every aspect of the service/food/ambiance etc. This time around I decided to visit with that same date for our second anniversary to see if it was just as magical as when we came the first time. I was a little disappointed. The food was pretty good and the presentation was nice but the flavors were nothing to write home about. The food looked much better than it is. For me, the highlights were the scallops and the chocolate mousse. Service could have been better, but the gentleman waiting on us was overstretched. He was waiting on the entire indoor dining room. Would I come back? No. It was nice returning for nostalgia sake though! read more

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I had a lovely breakfast here. The salmon and egg cocotte was a pleasant surprise. It had a slightly sweet foam that paired nicely with the melted brie and salmon. The poached egg yolk at the center provided a nice fatty richness. I would not come here for scrambled eggs, but I would come here to have my senses piqued by surprising renditions of dishes. read more

Oak + Violet - Power bowl with eggs and quinoa - New American Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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I would love to give them 4-stars but we are now 2 for 2 for having extremely slow service and no initial greet as we walk in. After being in the industry for over 10 years, I'm blaming this on the management for not properly training the staff or hiring people that aren't able to fake it til they make it. The food was awesome, once it got there and the drinks take so long my girlfriend orders one immediately after she gets her first drink and she still finished it before her second came out by drinking at a regular pace. Definitely try the cheese, oil, and bread starter and the Cobb salad was great, too. Lobster tacos are less than a bite but also delicious. Please train the staff or hire me to come show them how to get people to spend a lot more money which means they will make more. Valet was professional and fast! Free for 2 hours or $10. It's almost took us 2 hours and we only had 2 drinks and a few apps. Don't come here if you're in a hurry. Show up and relax out back but be prepared to ask for menus and flag down service. Once we got to know our server he was much better, but like I said, drinks were far behind. read more

Oak + Violet - Tiny but mighty! Lobster tacos. - New American Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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Everything we had was pretty good so no complaints here. The fries and brazing were my favorite. Dinner * Dates (Excellent) * Wings (Good) * Fries (Excellent) * Faro (Ok) * Branzino (Excellent) read more

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Oak + violet is THE hidden gem of Palo Alto/ Menlo Park Area! I've come here twice already just this month! Parking: There is no lot- just pull your car up to the valet. It's free for the first THREE hours and $10 flat rate after that. Reservations: For dinner inside, reservations are recommended as the wait time for can be up to an hour. The seating outside is first come first serve. The outside atmosphere is truly lovely with heated lamps and couches! Ambiance: I love the ambiance at oak+violet. The outside seating is truly beautiful and is perfect for any size party, whether you are on a date or throwing a get together for a bigger party, oak+violet is the perfect venue! The late fall and winter nights do get a little chilly, but they have heated lamps and blankets to keep you warm, or you can choose to sit in the couch area where there is a fire pit! Food: the food is amazing! With my hungry group of 6, we picked out about 10 dishes to share. Favorites of the group were the white truffle fries, the ribeye, and the duck egg. Service: Wonderful and friendly service :) read more

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Enjoyed a wonderful evening visiting Oak + Violet, the entire venue is a California dream. Super comfy outdoor seating area to soak up a beautiful sunny day. The patio is also perfectly decorated with lots of plants and pretty flowers to add to ambiance. Plenty of shade if you want to stay cool but they also have heat lamps near every table in case you extend your stay through the evening and want to stay warm. Our server, Felipe, was so helpful and extremely knowledgeable. He recommended our entire table's menu since we couldn't decide from so many delicious options. We were all super happy with his recommendations, the lamb chops were soooo savory, yum! We also explored different drinks from their robust craft cocktail menu, they were all amazing! Felipe helped narrow down different types of cocktails for us to try and he also made suggestions to ensure that drinks complimented one another. Everything was perfect! First timers all around and we were so impressed with this establishment. All of the staff were extremely accommodating and welcoming. The restaurant also offers complimentary valet parking which was a breeze and super convenient! Will be back soon! read more

Oak + Violet - Lamb chops with fresh arugula salad and beans, so savory. Delicious! - New American Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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We went for a late dinner with friends on a Wednesday night in a couple of weeks ago. This is just for the restaurant, I've been to the bar a couple of times and have a few small bites of food and have enjoyed the experience. This time we had a reservation for 4 and 3 of us were on time at 8:45. They seated us in a corner table near the server station. We all didn't like it. It was too cramped for 4 having dinner and the height of the table didn't work for any of us. We asked to move to a high table and the server said OK and we picked up our drinks and started moved. Then he told me to wait and he needed to check with the host... OK. We did move. We we got the the table, there was a sticky spot at my place. Keep in mind this table was already set up for service. I asked the server if he could wipe, get us some water refills and bring the drink menu. He freaked out about the spot, asking if we wanted to move. No, we just wanted a wipe down, no biggie. He rushed and did this, but forgot the water and the menu. We ordered some rolls and crab toast to start. Both were good! Our 4th arrived at 9:20. The server said he'd be back to take dinner orders. He finally came 20 minutes later. We got the $110 48 oz bone in rib eye and the salmon to share. Around 10 the food came out. The steak was impressive, but RAW in the middle. Some pieces were cold to the touch (see my pic https://s3-media2.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/hHK67O3MJr1M72KiEYXmdQ/o.jpg). It took a few minutes to get out waiter, who had it cooked more. When it came back it was about medium, and BLAND. Salt never hit this bad boy. The Demi-glace and horsey sauce were fine, but didn't cover the bland. Not what one expects at that price. The salmon was also a little underdone and bland. I think I'll stick to drinks at the bar for the time being. read more

Oak + Violet - Still mooing. - New American Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Swoon!!!! Yes I just started this review like a lovestruck seventh grader, but sorry, not sorry--this place is worth it! Ok, first I must note (hopefully without sounding too douche-y) that I'm from nyc, Mecca of amazing restaurants. And so , though I'm actually pretty easy to please, I am not all that easily impressed. And I've truly been missing the nyc experience we take for granted back home since I relocated to Silicon Valley. Think spaces designed to be working works of art. Menus of often original dishes that feature some kind of signature theme. Clever little touches and attention to detail that make each meal memorable. And of course, stylish servers with their extensive knowledge of food and drink and their way of really taking care of customers. Well, Oak + Violet felt like home! First, the space itself is a design nerd's dream. An unusual cocktail of earthy notes like raw wooden vases, fur mosaic on the wall and granite bar tops, set against Art Deco touches like chevron mirrors and tile; deep dark metallics. The dreamy courtyard is the epitome of California living. Inviting white couches ring elegant gas fire pits. Heaters and blankets set the mood to get closer, (and the beautiful couple mauling each other against that fur wall certainly got the hint haha!) To start off, try the cocktails. My beau had the Pacific Mule and I ordered the Paper Plane, a delicious if slightly sweet bourbon-based confection that came bedazzled with a teeny paper plane hitched by a tiny clothespin! They served our huge, perfectly juicy steak on a gorgeous wooden cutting board. It was a bit too rare, but really quite spectacular anyway. Beautiful, fresh Kumamoto oysters always hit the spot, and the fresh-baked bread stuffed with bacon and cheese was pure mouthgasm. It hardly needed the creamy herbed butter, but don't worry--it got eaten! And finally, the roasted brussel sprouts were the perfect cozy winter accompaniment. By the time we left, we were thoroughly blissed out. My only regret: not going on a warmer night to enjoy the garden. But we'll be back for sure! TLDR: Yesss! I have a total crush on this place! Third Date Worthy! read more

This restaurant is located in a hotel. When we first arrived we didn't see the parking lot so we parked on the street around the block. When we arrived we noticed they do have parking for $10 and I believe valet parking was available as well. Too me this would an added cost for no reason but understand it is located in a hotel. However finding parking wasn't difficult at all. We were greeted by their friendly staff. We had the option to sit indoors or outdoors. We chose to be outdoors. The courtyard area had beautiful ambiance with live music. Which I very much enjoyed! Given it was a Tuesday night the restaurant still had a decent amount of guests. I also liked the outdoor space heaters around every seating area which kept us warm and cozy. For an appetizer we got the eggplant usually wouldn't be my go too but it was good with the sauce. Entrees We got scallops and salmon. The presentation of the food was good as well. And for the drink I tried Southside, it's good if you like it a little sour. I usually don't like sour drinks but this one was doable. The servers were working hard. Our server took a little long to check on us after our appetizer. So for a Tuesday it was still busy. read more

Oak + Violet - Scallops - New American Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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I feel like my review is long over due as I've payed Oak + Violet a visit a few times now. BRUNCH: I wouldn't recommend anyone coming here for brunch as our service was REALLY off on St Patrick's day but i would give them another shot another day, MAYBE. NIGHT OUT: This review is solely for the times I've visited the bar at night and been helped by Jeremy and/ or Connor. Not only have my drinks always been amazing but their recommendations and excitement for the menu radiates onto everyone else and really makes your evening that more special. Jeremy and Connor are the reason why i recommend and continue to support this bar/restaurant. The small tapas are to die for and the drink menu is extensive. Great job, O+V! read more

Oak + Violet - New American Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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After three visits, I feel like I've finally found a replacement for our much missed PA hotel restaurant Lure + Till. The dishes are similarly packed with flavor, diverse and memorable and always real crowd pleasers. While service has usually been a little two slow, the food made up for it. The dishes are pretty bread/carb heavy and its hard to resist their delicious buttery Parker rolls, most meals have left me wishing I had more room. Some highlights: The steak tartare, the crab toast, the octopus and the filet mignon. read more

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Definitely a pretty place to sit and eat. Gave me fancy date vibes. The waiter was very nice and let us try a wine before making a purchase. I loved the House roles with the poppyseed butter! I had the salmon which needed a bit more salt in my opinion but overall I had a great experience for my first restaurant in San Francisco. read more

Oak + Violet - Parker House Rolls - New American Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Had the opportunity to be invited here for a private wine tasting event. Very nice brand new hotel that was just recently built less than a year ago and located right next to downtown Menlo Park as the hotel manager nicely greeted and introduced the hotel history to us as we were checking into the event. Great atmosphere for hang outs. Love the soft warm comfy sofas out on the patio. Restrooms were very nice, clean, and modern (even had coconut lotion and hand cloth towels; very environmental friendly and feels classy as well). Although, one small complaint about the restroom is that the hooks to hold purses/jackets on the back of the stall doors was wayyyyy too freakin tall to reach to hook anything, so that kind of defeats the use for it. Reasons for star deductions: Nice how there was unlimited wine tasting offering four different wine selections. Although, deducted a star for the food quality of the small bites that was offered at the event. A bit disappointed at the little variety of the small bites that was offered at the event, and the quality and taste was not great either. The small bites were heirloom tomatoes, a small piece of kudo/sashimi (although it didn't come out often and it tasted a bit too fishy), and deli meat and cheese. Felt the food samples was a bit blend and normal. Wished there was a bit more food tasting of their signature dishes so people can have a sample to try out their food as well (not just wine) for return business. The second star deduction was service from one of the servers coming out with the food trays. My husband and I thought one of the server lady with the curly hair was a bit rude. She came over to ask the two girls that was sitting literally right next to us twice if they wanted some food, but both times that same lady skipped asking us, looked at us and walked away (even though both times we had no food on our table and she still had a tray full and the girls next to us already had some food). We felt kind of neglected, and that the lady was pick and choosing guests. Good customer service is suppose to greet and ask everyone that's around you before moving on (whether they would like some or not). So thumbs up for the Asian server lady with the glasses always greeted us with a sweet warm smile and asked everyone in her vicinity if they would like some food before walking away. read more

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Update: Had our dinner here last night for our daughter's birthday. Sat inside for the "full" menu. Bottom line--Food great, although a larger menu selection would be nice. Service was very slow. Took forever to get our drinks from the bar. Waitress was unclear about what the specialty drinks were on the menu. Fortunately we also brought a special bottle of wine that she opened right there at the table. Bad news--$35 for corkage!! Why????? Branzino, salmon, farro risotto and filet mignon were excellent. Sides of salads, oysters, Brussels sprouts, carrots, yogurt on toast(?) and truffle fries were also great. Valet parking for $10 plus tip--ugh!!! They say the first 2 hours are free with dinner...but---service is so slow you can't finish in 2 hours!! Not a bad experience, good food and nice, quiet dining area. What is with these guys? They don't answer the phone for anything. Wanted to make a reservation for a party of 8, which can't be done on Open Table. Finally got through to the hotel operator and she did it for me. Also wanted to find out about outside seating but no answer. Do they charge for corkage? No clue-they won't answer the f-ing phone. We'll see how the meal is. read more

The four of us came on a Tuesday night with a reservation. It wasn't too crowded. First of all, the people were super friendly and welcoming. The patio with lights and STRONG heaters is perfect for a get together or a date. Btw the seats are very comfortable with padded cushions! That's a big plus. Also, it's dog friendly! We got fish tacos, hot toddies, short ribs, bolognese, and the BRANZINO. Service was a bit slow so definitely be very patient. Hot toddies are wonderful--not watered down at all! Actually full of flavors. Friends said the dishes they had were delicious, even the leftovers the next day were good. Ok it's time to talk about the BRANZINO. Every time I was having a moment in my mouth. I get branzino all the time including when I was in Spain. This is possibly the best branzino. The week after I must have talked about it 10 times with other people. It's crispy on the outside but not over fried. It's so tender and seasoned perfectly like it tastes very fresh. Whoever did the deboning job deserves a raise!!! The side veggies are PERFECT. Definitely coming back!!!! read more

After reading a hilarious fellow black Elite's review, I had to check out this new happening place. Besides the hostess, the service at the restaurant was superb. Everything on the menu was just absolutely tempting but I got to try their signature main dishes. The Crab toast to lobster tacos, they were all absolutely perfectly curated plate and they were very generous with the Dungeness crab on that toast! The main dish, filet mignon accompanied with the bone marrow was tender, rich and juicy. Excellent space for VC investor meetings or cougar nights. Whatever floats your boat. Definitely will be back as it's now on one of my favorite stomping ground in Menlo Park! Free complimentary valet parking with beautiful outside patio. read more