Unmatched service! I came in today looking for a favorite pasta dish--the Shrimp with Angel Hair…read more(Shrimp Scampi with tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, and a light tomato-based sauce). Even though it was no longer printed on the menu, my waiter (Gabriel?) went totally above and beyond. He offered to check the kitchen ingredients and actually had the chefs custom-make the dish for me from scratch. It looked and tasted exactly like the original. That level of attentiveness and genuine hospitality is rare to find. The Cheesecake Factory always delivers great food, but the service today was absolute perfection. Management, please bring this beloved shrimp pasta back to the permanent menu--until then, huge thanks to the team for making my visit so special!

I've been wanting to go to the cheesecake factory since forever...and finally got an afternoon and…read more$$$...it is VERY,VERY PRICY...At least for me....a plate of shepherd's pie $28. Don't get me wrong.It was tasty and if you have money to spend like that very well worth it, but that's not my budget! It's a once in a while thing ...Most definitely!!! We were brought a sliced sourdough baguette, And a,' Pumpernickel" brown bread with oats sprinkled on top,warm & such a delicious flavor, I'm so glad they start the meals with bread for, 'FREE" I asked for the basket filled again((had to take that home)) My server was so kind. A young man named Kai... He was very sweet and understanding... We explained it was our first time at the Cheesecake Factory, And we asked him to show us the ropes on what he felt was a,'BEST SELLER" the plates well liked by others... He recommended to me the,' Shrimp and Chicken, Jumboyla, and told me if I don't care for the type of noodles that came with it, ((and, I didn't)) ...they have many other types of pasta....I almost went for the bow tie, but I decided to get the spaghetti noodle with mine.... It had a delicious SPICY"flavor (Kai said he could 'Lighten up or Spice it up" however I like it...) I told Kai, I love spicy...so that's what I got!!! And the big chunks of Blackened chicken were tender,juicy and flavorful...i really enjoyed it... I didn't eat it all because I knew, I came for dessert!!! So I didn't want to overeat, and I wanted to enjoy a piece of Cheesecake! I ordered the Sourcream topped Cheesecake with Raspberry sauce on the side....and so glad I ordered it on the side...it was very tart...a little goes a long way... My son had a really good idea.... He dipped the fork into the raspberry sauce container and then took a piece of the cheesecake off with that same fork and it was just enough sour raspberry to go with the cheesecake, ((so glad we didn't pour it over the top.... It was that strong.!!)) So we dipped and bit each bite... We shared that piece and decided to take home the Chocolate Mousse piece of cheese cake thet my boy, Blake wanted....it was an excellent idea...not stuffed full...Just right! We were there at 1:30 pm on a Thursday,nice,not loud not crowded,just perfect!!!! I enjoyed my time there...My birthday is September 29th...and I will be back! 'HIGHLY RECOMMEND!" And if Kai ends up being your server...he's a great guy...DON'T 4GET TO TIP GREAT SERVICE! 2026

The happy hour menu has a lot of variety and some really good options. I wasn't a huge fan of the…read morecheese grits, but the Brussels sprouts, fish and chips, and pasta were all great. The pasta was creamy and flavorful, and I'd recommend getting all the protein options on it. The fish and chips portion was pretty big, so it's definitely shareable between 2 to 3 people. The Brussels sprouts were probably my favorite, especially with the bacon bits and cheese on top. The ambience was really nice with a full bar, and our server was very attentive throughout the visit. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this spot for some happy hour bites and drinks you get your bang for your buck!

Had a great experience yesterday at the Dive. We sat at the bar as we had a dinner reservation…read moredown the street and arrived super early with time to kill. Kumomoto oysters were wonderful, bartender was great, efficient and friendly. Watermelon margaritas recommended by guy sitting next to us were terrific. We'll definitely return and try their food next time.

here again on a friday nite…read more typically not a huge fan of hotel bars but this 1 located inda le meridien hotel is pretty kool ~ its open & airy, has outdoor area they serve food that tastes better than most bars & da ambience is pretty chill staff there r friendly & jeo is da charming guy standin behind da bar recommendin cocktails over beers 4 me ~ i absolutely enjoyed his suggestions & look 4ward 2 future visits :)

I have been to Longitude 118 a few times. There is only valet parking and used to still charge us…read moreafter validations but we did not get charged last time. This place is located somewhat in the lobby, which is an open area for seating and with bar right in middle. I usually come with relatives traveling from afar. They like the atmosphere and they enjoy Jeovanni's services. He is one of the bartenders who has a nice smile, that recommends good food and good drinks.

This BJs is in a large strip mall with several other popular business and restaurants…read more Consequently, even though the lot is large, parking can still be challenging at peak hours at lunch and dinner, holidays, and weekends. All the various BJs locations seem to have different specials that rotate. On our visit this time, there was a three course meal pizookie special. There was a choice of soup or salad, entree from a list, and choice of pizookie. We got the pizza, wedge salad, and triple chocolate and chocolate chunk pizookies. All of the food was just ok. None was bad, but none was exceptional either. The best items were the pizookies. On this visit, two servers helped us as the first one went to a different section when the new one came on shift. Both of them were very nice and attentive and offered a quality of service that far outmatched the quality of the food. The restaurant was pretty full already even at about 4:00-4:30 for an early dinner on a Sat and was quite noisy between the talking and background music. The restaurant seems centered on the bar which has decent TVs to watch games. We also got a standard margarita with a salted rim. The quality was also just ok, but we like the way they make them. It was consistent with other BJs locations. This BJs is a nice place to have a casual family meal or hang out with friends in the bar to see a game or just chat. We did not see a happy hour menu or advertisement like at other BJs locations, but perhaps we were just there on the wrong day and time. Still recommending giving this location a try, but maybe try to go a little early like we did to avoid the crowd or a wait--a number of people were already waiting for tables when we left.

Pros: accommodated 12 people Server was ok…read moreAppetizers were good-chips and salsa and macaroni balls Drinks were good Cons: Sat us in a corner where the air was blowing full blast Multiple employees let us know we can only be there two hours and our time starts now! Felt that wasn't necessary to be talked to like a child. Maybe state that at time of reservation? No need to keep being told that we had a two hour time limit. Ordered expensive rib eyes and ugh! They were Dry and rubbery! Chicken fettuccine was cold! The best part was the huge fly buzzing around us for the better half of our second hour. I'm sure the fly wasn't given a two hour time limit ‍ Would not recommend coming here

First of all, the service was amazing , Brandon was on it ! His recommendations were incredible…read more Drinks are very nice very loaded up . Which I can't complain Food was very delicious, steaks and garlic mashed potatoes were heavenly . Can't forget the chocolate cake ! It's a must try ! The ambiance was nice and classy, taking you back in time. Perfect for a date night, just know you're going to be dropping some But Definitely worth it !

This is a 5 star restaurant. The food, service, and ambiance…read moreis first class. Prices are extremely competitive and in some cases, like wine prices, are very reasonably priced. So refreshing to have a romantic interior and great service. We do not live near here but we spent the night for an appointment the next day at City of Hope. I could easily dine here once a month! We haven't had baked Alaska for decades but it was a special treat. You will not be disappointed.

What a great experience I had here at EAT FANTASTIC , I placed my order in the drive-thru and the…read moresweet kind enthusiastic lady taking my order was top notch...I truly hope this YELP REVIEW gets to the management because I was having a bad day!! Monday @ 4-5pm I believe her name was Natalie a true jewel!! GDC

Had the breakfast here. Decent prices. But the pancakes had parts that were uncooked batter and was…read moregross mulch. The egg whites had green in some spots. I'm sure it was just discoloration of some sort but I don't. The caramel iced coffee tastes strange. Just a little disappointed.

Basin 141 is a bar and restaurant located in Old Town Monrovia. It has a very open layout with high…read moreceilings, good décor, and a nice vibe. We sat at a table by the front window facing the main drag. The area definitely has an old town feel with many restaurants and shops up and down the street. There is also a park right across the street. There is plenty of parking around the corner on the street and in a nearby lot. I started out with the Coughlin's Law cocktail (Aviation gin, house infused vanilla syrup, fresh lemon, egg white, lavender bitters, $16). It was a good light drink with light vanilla and lemon flavor. I always love a good foam top too. She started out with a Basil Paloma (Herradura silver tequila, muddled basil & grapefruit, fresh grapefruit juice, lime, simple syrup, seltzer, $15). It had good grapefruit and basil flavor, and was nicely balanced. We ordered the buffalo cauliflower appetizer ($14). The cauliflower was supposed to be grilled, but it seemed almost raw. The buffalo sauce definitely had a good kick. For my entrée, I had the Black Angus Basin Burger (manchego cheese, carmelized onions, arugula, special sauce, brioche bun, $19). The burger was excellent. The cheese, carmelized onions, and arugula was a great flavor combo. The fries were good, but I'd order them more crispy next time. She had the two taco plate with fish and potato tacos ($15). The taco shells were freshly fried, and it was a filling plate that she enjoyed. We had one more round of drinks and I had the Billionaire cocktail (Old Forrester 100 proof bourbon, lemon, house made grenadine, absinthe, $16). This was excellent. It was very balanced, and not boozy at all with a very light sweetness. Her second was the Smoke and Fire (Peloton de la Muerte mezcal, Ancho Reyes liqueur, muddled jalapeno & orange, fresh lime, agave, chili salt, $15). It was pretty well balanced with a medium smokiness. It definitely had a kick of heat on the finish. Our server Lakyn was friendly and provided good service. The menu prices are cash prices. There is an extra 3.5% surcharge if you pay with a credit card. The buffalo cauliflower appetizer was mostly a miss, but everything else was very good so I'm rounding up to five stars. They have a very good sized cocktail and food menu, as well as many beers on tap. They also have happy hour specials. We would definitely return if we were in the area again.

Stopped by during a week after a nearby facial and this place was the perfect place to catch up…read morewith a friend. The service was attentive, the place played great music and the vibes were great. I can definitely see this place packed during happy hour or game time cause there's a nice bar feel. Located in the cute little heart of Downtown Monrovia, there is parking along the street or lots behind the businesses. The atmosphere in this area gives nice little walkable town. I ordered crisp pork belly tacos which was quite interesting. I never had crispy/crunchy meat in a taco before which was different haha. The flavor was good although the meat was quite chewy and hard. The chips and dips were good and the veggies and sauce on the tacos were great as well! I believe if I have chosen another protein, I would have enjoyed the tacos more. My friend ordered a salad and she really enjoyed her meal. I would definitely come back if I'm ever in the area :)

Didn't wanna show, so we ate at the bar. Andrew was so attentive and made the bar dining experience…read morebetter than I could've imagined. Strongly suggest eating at the bar if you want a little bit more steak on your plate.

Another year, another birthday dinner at Benihana, which is pretty much the only time I come here…read more This year I actually got two BD deals. First was through their traditional (phased-out) Chef's Table Loyalty program--$30 off after an initial $30 spend (weekday dinner only, not including alcohol). Second was through their new Friends with Benefits Loyalty program--$50 off (no specifics on dinner or alcohol). Benihana is now part of The One Group that includes other restaurants like STK and Kona Grill where you can also earn points/rewards. I've seen the Benihana teppanyaki "show", and once is enough. It's best enjoyed with a group large enough to fill up an entire table, otherwise you are grouped with others. And the wait for a chef can be long depending on how many are working at that time and the number of tables occupied. Benihana food is mediocre at best, far from authentic, and quite pricey for what you get--without the BD offer, there is no value, although they do have some specials and a Happy Hour menu. For the past few years, we've avoided the teppanyaki tables and go to the sushi bar/lounge, which has bar seating and high and low-top tables. Here's where you can do Happy Hour, Lounge menu, or the regular menu without the show and less of a wait. I noticed in the interim between my 2 visits, the menu prices increased! The Happy Hour menu is not included with the BD offer, so I usually order sushi/sashimi. This year I tried a few noodle dishes. Although there is a sushi bar, I don't think it has traditional seating nor a dedicated sushi chef. Frankly, when I've ordered sushi/sashimi in the past, it was pretty much like supermarket sushi, often haphazardly cut, as if a butter knife was used. I ordered the Spicy Crispy Rice app both visits--6 pieces of crispy rice topped with tuna, yellowtail and salmon and jalapeno slices. The fish are indistinguishable from each other, the black pepper soy sauce cloying, and some of the rice crisped to burnt. I did two noodle dishes--shrimp yakisoba and seafood diablo (scallops, calamari and shrimp with udon in a spicy sauce). Both came with onion soup, salad, steamed rice and sauteed veggies (zucchini and onions). The shrimp yakisoba was decent, although the shrimp were smallish and probably frozen. I asked for less spice on the seafood diablo, but it still packed a punch. The shrimp were the same, the scallops were quartered but tasted like scallops. The calamari, however, were large hacked-up pieces with a texture like a faux seafood item a vegan would order (texturized vegetable protein). There were no tentacle pieces. There were a lot of yellow bell peppers plus some mushrooms and frozen corn. I do like the Benihana Lemonades, available in 4 flavours, refills included. Overall a slightly better and less depressing experience compared to years past. A HUGE shout out to my server for both visits, Alaast, who is actually one of Benihana's supervisors. She was also the hostess my second time, and the bartender and lounge server both times, and seemingly a back waiter at the teppanyaki tables as needed. Service in the lounge in the past has ranged from meh to non-existent, so Alaast is a great asset. I may try Happy Hour here one day, although it's hard to beat the HH at Cheesecake Factory next door.

My daughter took me for breakfast, it was nice food good (eggs Benedict) service good only…read morecomplaint very very small table they sit us inside by the door and it was small area ‍‍

Stopped in for a couple of late-night cocktails before they closed, and both were very tasty. Nice,…read moreintimate setting with low lighting and chill music that made for a great place to wind down the evening. Can't speak to the food, but the couple of plates we saw come out certainly looked tasty. Our server wasn't the most personable, but that was okay with us. We were there for each other's company, not hers.

Unpretentious mid-century modern style wine bar with delicious eats. Great music and sexy low-light…read morevibes perfect for date night. The staff is cool and hip but also extremely professional and welcoming. I could happily sit at Bess for hours sipping on Pinot Noir while staring out the front window at the beautiful San Gabriel Mountains. Start with the Focaccia and Calabrian chili oil and get the Steak or the Mushroom Cavatappi for your bigger dish. Finish it off with the chocolate cake and don't forget the photo booth in the back.

TLDR: welcoming, unpretentious, fun American-Italian dinner spot in Sierra Madre…read more I visited this place on Friday 8/22 and booked a resy for 7pm. My partner and I were celebrating our wedding anniversary and were greeted accordingly by multiple staff members. We were seated at the front room, corner seat which is supposedly known as the "Love Seat". We ordered the broccolini which was amazing, focaccia bread and dip, mushroom pasta, meatballs, wine, and tiramisu for dessert. They also gave us complimentary white wine for celebrating our anniversary which was very kind of them. Our faves was the broccolini, focaccia and mushroom pasta. The broccolini was seasoned well, had a great char, and topped with shredded Parmesan. Mushroom pasta was very yummy and a large serving that we had some left to-go. The tiramisu is great if you prefer a more creamy take, however our preference is it to be more cake-y. The vibes were amazing and the space got more pleasant as the sun started going down. The vibe gives a vintage vibe and background music was tasteful. There's also a cool photo booth in the back room. Service was great. The workers were very attentive and genuine. Would come back.