The Mrs. and I love our visits to Residual Sugar in Concord. Although we love the wine/sparkling…read moreofferings, Jessie makes the visits special. He is always kind and considerate, consistently checking on us to ensure our stay is wonderful and what we order are exactly what we need. Would love to see additional options for sparkling but love the Laurent Perrier!

I want to support my local wine bar but what is happening here is a travesty and an affront to the…read moreGod of Wine. The entire collection of wine was exposed to heat and ruined but they are still selling it to unknowing customers. Many of the wines that I inspected had corks bulging out past the foil and were discolored. The Syrah I picked and thought was safe looked good but under the foil, the cork was bad and yes the wine was rancid. I wish that was just a side story but the glass of wine I purchased was also foul. It was the most expensive Napa Cab they serve. I asked a few times how long the bottle was open and he did not know but guessed maybe a night or two before. This tells me a few things; they are not keeping wine fresh or pumping out the air or using a Coravin system for example. They are not writing the date opened even. Also in my personal opinion, the wines here are the lower tier to keep pricing down and profits high. It just makes the experience low for the customer. Lastly I did have a cheese plate and it was also terrible. The staff have no knowledge of wine. So it just ends up being a happy hour place for people to drink cheap wine. I'm sorry for the former failed business and appreciate trying to take it over but the business model is not working. It's not worthy of business woman of the year unfortunately. Lesson learned: Californians know wine!

Loved this spot. So cozy with a super friendly, knowledgeable staff. Menu is small but mighty…read more Seems like you couldn't go wrong here. Not good for big groups but that's what I loved about it. Great central location in Walnut Creek. Check it out!

I had hoped that what I read from a 1-star Yelp review about having reservations, then finding out…read morethis restaurant is closed, was only a rare occasion. I did not even think to alert my friends about what I read because I thought after reading other Yelp reviews and looking up their Instagram posts with beautiful photos and people looking like they were enjoying this restaurant, that what was described in that 1-star review must have been a rare occurrence. Boy was I wrong because to my dismay when we arrived at their restaurant door last evening, it happened to us and I did not want to believe it, but all the evidence was there to show they were in fact, CLOSED. Two other customers and our group arrived at the same time in advance of our 6pm reservation time, only to see their door closed, lights off, with nobody inside. We were confused not only because we did not receive a message notifying us that their restaurant would be closed and our reservation needed to be canceled, but also because the customers who arrived when we did said they had booked their reservation yesterday, meaning the reservation system was still active. What's more is we did not see any signage on their door or windows about being closed, but instead we saw an EBMUD notice on the door stating water service payment was overdue, which we were not expecting to see upon our arrival. Our group needed to quickly figure out a plan B for our birthday celebration dinner, as our friend had planned and reserved The Library Social Club over a month ago. I dine at many restaurants and any time there needs to be a change or cancelation for any reason by a restaurant business, I have received an e-mail, a text, or a phone call alert, as a customer courtesy call, and I have at the very least, even seen hand written notes on restaurant doors and windows as signage alerting customers of their business being closed. Needless to say, we were disappointed and frustrated by this incident today. We drove from out of town to try this restaurant that was not even open when customers had reservations. Fortunately, our friend proposed a different restaurant that we could walk to and they sat us promptly upon arrival. We enjoyed their delicious food instead!

I used to love their charcuterie boards, but now they've changed them & they sadly all include…read moremeat. Not sure if the WC location is like this now too. So we opted to try their toasts, which were 3 for $21. All were very tasty! - tomato, basil, chives, garlic, champagne vinegar - wild mushroom, black garlic, balsamic reduction - fig jam, ricotta, apples We also ordered a beer & a glass of cava. Always a bit overpriced but, not unexpected.

Residual Sugar has been a saving grace--especially during COVID--and it's still an awesome spot…read morewhen I'm just relaxing and watching the fountain show with my babies. Why I Love It * Friendly staff who always make you feel welcome. * Discovered my favorite red wine here! (2022 B. KOSUGE 'EL GAPÓN' GAMAY NOIR, Carneros--absolute perfection). * They let you bring in food, which is a huge plus. * The cookies are surprisingly great! This place is a perfect low-key wine bar with a great selection, a relaxed vibe, and a welcoming atmosphere. If you're in The Veranda, it's a must-stop.

If you're a whiskey or beer fan check this out. Food was good too. I read reviews on restaurants…read morein the area and decided to give it a try because it was so close to the hotel across the street. I almost didn't try it because of reviews on service. No clue what others are complaining about. Service was 10/10. Final thought, pricing on allocated bourbons is elite. (Don't go changing pricing now..)

For beverage choices, H&S gets 5 stars. For food, one star. And while the servers are nice and good…read moreat their jobs, if there is only one covering the whole restaurant, the service is sssllloooowwww. I blame ownership for being cheap and not wanting to pay for enough servers. Lastly - DON'T ORDER THE KETTLE CHIPS! They used to make their own, but now they charge $4 for a bag of kettle brand chips tossed on a plate. Eew.

food and service was great, had soup shots and salad and gnocchi, we also enjoyed a sampler of…read moredesserts and also wine flights this restaurant is always amazing

We had dinner at Va de Vi tonight for a friend's belated birthday. To start the review on a…read morepositive note, the fountains are GORGEOUS. We dined outside in the back and we were comfortable temperature wise and were able to talk at a normal volume. We ordered the seafood paella, linguine with clams, rack of lamb, and steak. I appreciated that they were able to leave the chorizo off the paella. The paella was delicious BUT (and this is a HUGE BUT) the portions were TINY. Initially I was pleasantly surprised to see a $19 paella on the menu as it's usually more than that. We often share food but didn't as the portion was barely enough for one person. Though I didn't order drinks, my friends got the kiwi margarita and the Starfall. I tried a sip of both and the consensus was that the Starfall was better. While our server himself was friendly, the actual service left something to be desired. My paella came out before the other 3 dishes. Also, it took a while for us to get the check. While I would love to try other items on the menu, I don't plan to return because of the small portion sizes.

What a wonderful experience and a surprisingly delicious dinner. Was on the hunt for pasta for…read moredinner and was tired of going to the same spots. I looked around and found this spot tucked away in Pleasant Hill. Decided to take a chance and I'm glad I did. First I went with my mom who's on the wiser side and they had a private party on the side with all the low top tables. Without us asking they grabbed us a table and set it up for us so she could sit. AMAZING. THE FOOD WAS DELICIOUS!!! I got the Cajun Alfredo creamy and flavorful and not spicy. The clam chowder soup was delicious too. I will def be coming back here because the service and food was so good. If you're looking for a new spot with a neighborhood feel look no further. Try this place!!!

Well I skipped takeout and finally ate inside the restaurant on a Thursday night. I also promised…read morean update once that happened so here it is: PROS: - Service was amazing (our server was kind and accommodating in correcting a mistake I made while ordering, bless her heart!) - The atmosphere of the restaurant is slightly darker, with a lively, mature crowd, and a beautiful bar that spans the entire restaurant front to back on the side we were on (without the band), so plenty of seating (and it looks like there was still room for more tables if they needed it) - The layout of the establishment is H-shaped, with some tvs on the bar side and live entertainment on the other.You could still hear the band from the other side of the room but it was not at all loud, a good option for those with a noise level preference - The 2-man band was singing cover songs from over the decades and did a great job - I ordered the GF Frutti Di Mare in Alfredo sauce and once again my meal was delicious... the GF pasta was (again) cooked to perfection! - The meal portion size was generous, as were the seafood pieces in the dish (not stingy at all!!!) CONS: - None I stand firm in my 5 stars. This place is now a fave of mine for sure. Highly recommended!

All stars Went to Brix & Craft on a Friday night and had…read moregreat drinks. The bartender was very friendly and even made a bartender's choice special for my friend, which was delicious. The place was busy, but she handled it well and kept checking on everyone. I always enjoy coming here for good wine, drinks, and conversation. Great spot to meet up with friends or coworkers!

These guys are awesome!! Being in hospitality more then half my life and most…read moreOf my friends are too, we are pretty aware of all things happening! I can honestly say we always felt taken care of and in a very genuine way'! That goes so far right now! Thanks you guys for making me Forgot the bullshit happening in the world For a couple hours, you all are appreciated! (But don't look Twice for the bottle I asked for lol) Take care D

Happy Mothers Day to all the mommies ! This is my first time coming here and it's Mother's Day so…read morelet's get into it ! First it's a nice sunny day ! We have tried to come here before but it was super packed no parking and it was night time . This was months ago . This morning my man surprised me by bringing me here again for Mother's Day breakfast/brunch . We got there right when opening and the inside was already full ( people made reservations for Mother's Day but they had outdoor seating which is covered from the sun and has heaters ) They had a special menu for Mother's Day today so a lot of what you might see on the regular menu may have not been on today's menu . Our waiter let alone the rest of the staff were very nice and polite and kept wishing happy Mother's Day to everyone . It was very nice . Now food ! Ofcourse you know I got oysters . They had 5 different kinds to choose from but I got the dozen with all of them ! All fresh ! Some were more sweet some more Briney some more creamy . All of them were good and the shallot vinaigrette was the cherry on top ! He got the tortilla soup and we shared the cheesy crabby bread . He dipped it in the soup ( boys lol ) and sad it was good . My personal opinion I love the bread they used ! And nice flavor with out taking away from the nice amount of crab they put on it ! The steak Cobb salad was a very nice portion and the steak was cooked medium rare just how I like it . I was expecting it to be cut up pieces but no they gave you a whole filet which is nice if you want something light and filling I'd definitely recommend this salad . The clams were amazing ! The sauce was so savory just added a dash of lemon and I was in heaven . Plus the cheesy toasted bread they give you to slurp all that excellence lol top tier . Crab omelette was made with egg whites only no yolk , and had ample amount of LUMP crab meat no skimpy at all ! Potatoes were seasoned nice . And the waffles ( which comes by itself heads up that's why we ordered sausage and bacon as a side 8$ each kinda pricey. But we're very thick and good ) the waffles comes with a berry butter spread fresh fruit . Fluffy but still crisp. The limoncello mimosa flavor wise loved the limon but lacked the mosa part . Overall I'd highly recommend and want to come back to try more options . It was nice seeing all the happy families and the cutesy babies all around . Today was a beautiful day thankyou Wences !

Great ambiance, always great drinks and fresh seafood. The parking lot can be tight, but otherwise…read morethere should be no problem finding a park either on the street or in the parking lot. We tend to enjoy sitting at the bar and chatting with the bartender. Sometimes it can be hard getting a seat without reservations. But the best seats are at the bar, it's alive and great conversations with other guests. The food is always on point, even on the busy holidays.

Super cute spot I went to, to celebrate a few of my cousins birthday on a warm Saturday afternoon…read more Parking is a little tricky but I got lucky as someone was leaving as I pulled up. There was an event going on and HotBoyz Chicken was there giving out free samples throughout the day as well as doing a Bingo event for the attendees with free merch/prizes for the winners. No fee to play. That was a nice addition. They've got tvs for the game and the hockey game was playing, a nice outdoor area with a dj playing great music. They have a good menu with different options for food, beer, cider, etc. They don't really come up to the tables to do orders but the line is quick when you go up and order drinks/food. If you order food, they will give you a number and bring it to your table. Servers are nice/friendly and come to clean/pick up empty glasses often which isn't necessary but is nice. There's a water station to refill your bottles if you bring them. Wasn't able to stay long and order too much but the beers we had were delicious and refreshing. Great on a hot day like the one we had. Will for sure be coming back especially since Summer is coming up quick. Bring your family and friends to check them out. It's a kid friendly spot with plenty of space inside and outside!

HORRIBLE!!!! Unhelpful, dirty tables and rude rude…read moreunfriendly long dark haired girl taking order!! First impression crap. Employees take care of regulars only. Won't return!

recently had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant, and it exceeded every expectation. From the…read moremoment I walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and inviting--perfectly balancing comfort with a touch of elegance. The ambiance alone sets the stage for a memorable experience. The food was absolutely outstanding. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor, clearly made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. From the first bite to the last, it was obvious that a lot of care and creativity goes into the menu. Whether you're there for a full meal or just a quick bite, there's something that will impress. What truly stood out, though, was the service(Nathan, Franchesca, and Sharin). The staff were attentive without being overbearing, friendly without feeling forced, and genuinely committed to making sure every guest had a great experience. It's rare to find a team that works so seamlessly together while maintaining such a welcoming attitude. I will be coming back here many more times!

Eureka is probably one of the more underrated burger and whiskey joints around. Their multiple…read morehappy hour, late opening hours, really good food, great beer tap list, and remarkable whiskey collection make them one of our go-to locations. The staff has consistently been friendly, accommodating, and quick with service. I also enjoy their whiskey club, but even if you don't join it, they have every bottle available for purchase or drinks at the bar. And some of those bottles were highly rated and very hard to find. Their burgers are tasty and juicy and they bring new versions out that are usually pretty imaginative. Overall, we really like Eureka for its atmosphere, burgers, whiskey, and beer. If you are looking for good food and good times, this is the place.