Ok, well it is time to update my review. This place is beyond amazing (still). They have amazing…read moreleadership with Ricken and Jillian. Every time we show up, we are treated as celebrities. The entire staff makes an effort to cater to your needs. Their new Sandos are delicious. The iberico is worldly. They have an amazing deal on oysters. Honestly, I don't know of anything negative to say about the food because it is all so good. All of their other tapas/share dishes are top tier. I have never left here wanting more or unhappy. Lastly, their staff is top notch. Lauren, Casey & Helena make the best drinks you can imagine. They are so kind. We bring our toddler here almost weekly and love it every time. If you haven't had a chance, check it out.

Joined a couple of friends for Happy Hour at Crush'd and had a great time! We tried the deviled…read moreeggs, oysters, and hoisin sesame chicken wings, but the star of the night was definitely the grilled cheese & prosciutto. So good! We also had a few drinks. The drink selection felt a little limited, but I believe they mentioned they're not a full bar. Overall, we really enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and our time here. Would definitely return!

German is a great host and brings in great wineries to taste for the wine club. Come experience…read morethey have vinyl music provided by Steve Fox some nights.

We were privileged to attend a beautiful private event here. I was amazed at the charcuterie buffet…read morethey set, and equally thrilled with the wine offerings. Service felt a tiny bit disorganized, but I can't attest to their normal service. I hope to return to experience it!

We had a baby shower here and the experience couldn't have been more perfect. The team helped with…read moredecorating ideas, the food and drinks were delicious and the event team's communication was spot on. Highly recommend holding a special occasion at Aracely.

Very nice and attentive staff, swift service. They all seemed genuinely nice and that's really…read moreimportant. However, the food I did not care for personally. One dish in particular (truffle egg scramble) was almost inedible to me with a wet texture and no clear flavor. Despite this, the French toast was tasteful, I do wish the portion sizes were a little bigger. The shop itself is very cute and has a great "instagram" aesthetic. The vibes and atmosphere were great, it was just the food that was a big let down.

Brit is amazing. On top of everything. Service is amazing, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful! And…read morecute!!!

The interior is very nice and well kept. There's plenty of places to sit which is great. The bar…read moretender was great. She was friendly, helpful, and definitely knew her way around a bar. Overall she was great. We didn't try any food options so I can't speak to those. But the bar itself was great and we would come back.

I was in town last week for a wedding and saw this place on social media, so I decided to check it…read moreout. I was the first to walk in around 4ish in the afternoon (they have happy hour!) and I was offered a seat and water quickly. I decided to order the smoked salmon crudo and the gentleman (I think one of the owners?) gave me some pairing suggestions. While that was getting prepared in the kitchen, he offered me a tasting of another white wine on the house, which was so kind! In the picture below... it's most drunk haha but it was a nice amount to taste and sip on. That smoked salmon crudo is SO GOOD. The citrus adds a nice brightness, and I think there was a hint of honey used in the vinaigrette. I was pleasantly surprised and it's easily the best smoked salmon dish I've had in a while! The wine was excellent as well. I was only in for about an hour, maybe an hour and a half before I moved on, but I got to hear regulars come in and greet the owner like old friends. There's a really cool vibe here, with great music and decor, so I really wished I lived closer to visit more often! As I was leaving, I did chat with the gentleman again (complimented him/the wine bar) and he said he hoped that I would come again as he is trying to work with his partners to add more to the menu (the regulars that came in were asking after the gumbo and the brunch, which they were not serving at the time). I definitely hope to visit again and try those other menu items!

Had an okay visit to The Library Social club today. The décor was cohesive--the theme is akin to…read moredark academia with rich paint colors on the walls, animal skulls and of course, tons of books. The seating options were disappointing as the benches along the wall had no cushioning and the couch we selected instead had flat, sinking cushions. The music was too loud for reasonable discussion with my friend, though the server did lower the volume at my request. I had a tasty flight of sparkling wines and the server gave a speedy, short introduction to the pours. My largest disappointment came with the arrival of the check. Despite signage outside the establishment that implied the opposite, I was informed that wine flights were *not* included in happy hour pricing. I found the messaging exceedingly unclear, and of course, there's no mention of happy hour on the menu nor did the server share the happy hour options when we were seated. It was a disheartening end to a midling experience up until that point. It's not that this place is terrible, it's just not that good and in this economy, that is a must. I will not be returning.

Five Stars Well Earned…read more I returned to Revel for my favorite batched cocktail, the Out of Bounds (OOB) an aromatic glass of goodness! that is bourbon based. My last visit was a little off when it came to service, so I wanted to give Revel another go. Downtown Danville was bustling with activity thanks to a three day Gilmore Girls event. I had tried making a reservation, but there were none available. We decided to take our chances and see if we could snag a spot at the bar or outside. Upon arrival, the hostess was welcoming and explained the wait situation. There were communal tables available, but we decided to pass on those. After waiting about 10 minutes, the hostess sought me out and mentioned there might be an outdoor table near a heater if I wanted to put my name in. Absolutely! Within five minutes, we were seated at a very comfortable outdoor table. Although the air was chilly, the heaters made all the difference. Our server, Sydney whom I had never encountered before, was extremely personable, organized, efficient, and attentive. She also offered some great suggestions. What really stood out was that, after we ordered, she asked how we preferred to space out our appetizers and entrées. This was a first for me at Revel, and I appreciated the thoughtfulness and attention to our dining experience. The outdoor seating area was surprisingly comfortable despite the chill in the air. Our drinks arrived in a very reasonable amount of time, followed by our appetizers, all served at the appropriate temperature. When our entrées arrived, they were equally well timed and temperature appropriate. I ordered the pasta, which was extremely flavorful and filling. My dining companion ordered the chicken sliders, and I have to say, these are the best chicken sliders I have ever tasted! They are also a staple on the Happy Hour menu, making them worth seeking out on your next visit. I noticed a member of management making the rounds from table to table, checking in with diners. I also overheard the neighboring table expressing how pleased they were with their server, who happened to be ours as well. It was great to see that the excellent service we received was not an isolated experience. This evening's experience at Revel was outstanding five stars! Sometimes a restaurant or an employee simply has an off day. While that doesn't make a lapse in service any less frustrating for the customer, it is worth remembering that these things happen. What matters is how a restaurant responds and whether it demonstrates a genuine commitment to its customers. Revel is an established go-to destination in downtown Danville, and this visit reminded me why I continue to return. After my previous review, Tina, the Food and Beverage Manager, reached out to me personally. That gesture demonstrated a willingness to listen, address concerns, and make things right. If you read my other reviews, you'll notice I often say that mishaps happen. It's how they are addressed that matters and ultimately demonstrates a restaurant's commitment or lack thereof to its customers. Revel showed me that commitment, both through management's follow-up and the outstanding experience we had this time around. From the warm welcome and attentive service to the delicious food and, of course, my beloved OOB, this was a return worth writing about. I'll definitely be back!

Food: Ordered the Little Gems salad with anchovies and steamed mussels cooked with and sausage…read more The mussels weren't particularly meaty but were cooked just right. The Humble Sea Taste Gud Festbier was served nice and cold, just the way we like it. Loved the sparkling water option, too! Service: Excellent service! Our server, Sydney, checked on our table multiple times and made sure we were well taken care of even brought us carbonated water after remembering we preferred it over flat. Ambience: Relaxed and comfortable, with light background music, football playing on TV, and cozy booth seating. Will definitely be back!

We come here often and have always had a 5 star experience! The ambiance, drinks, and customer…read moreservice are outstanding. Uras and the team go out of their way to make sure we are enjoying ourselves and we appreciate their hospitality. Keep doing what you're doing, Social Affair!

The matcha martini is worth going back for. I recommend it to so many friends!…read more I tried the food here for the first time and I was pleasantly surprised. We got the meatballs and they were pretty good. Their kitchen is open relatively late, which is convenient. The staff are friendly. The space is quite small. They have some nice seating options with a variety of chairs and couches. I like the music they played!

Very nice place! The food delicious and the ladies very…read morenice. I love it and of course I recommend this place

Such a fun wine bar in downtown Walnut Creek! We went for their BBQ last night (not a normal menu)…read moreand it was delicious! Everyone was incredibly be nice. We loved the bubbly rose

Great bar, great people. Different crowds at different times of the day/night. Nick, Gabi and Rob…read moreare excellent bartenders and rightly take no crap. Remember, this place has been around for 119 years and it has always been "cash only". Signs everywhere indicating so (and there is an ATM inside) yet Yelp reviewers still whine about it. I guess if you are living on your credit cards it makes sense. How do you complain about a $7 healthy Jamison pour, when Norms, Auburn or Primo's is $12 to $14 ea. and a smaller pour.

Lookin for the Oldest Dive Bar around and a lively crowd Elliott's is your place, bring cash.read more

Four of us dropped in on a Thursday night around 6:30 PM without reservations. When we arrived,…read morethey initially hesitated to seat us, saying they had a lot of reservations, but eventually sat us. The restaurant was only about half full with plenty of open tables. We were immediately told we needed to order quickly because of all the reservations coming in. Two different people continued to pressure us to order, and we definitely felt rushed. The restaurant was extremely noisy, which made it difficult to have a conversation. Communication was also challenging at times because of the combination of the noise and the staff's accents. I even asked the waiter if the kitchen was slow getting food out, and he said yes. We ordered drinks and salads but hadn't had enough time to really look over the menu before being asked again about our entrees. We said we'd be ready to order when our drinks arrived. They had Maui Waui beer on the menu, which is a favorite of mine, but unfortunately it was only available in a can and not on draft. I wish the menu had made that clear. We eventually ordered our entrees. We shared a beet salad and mushroom soup, and both were excellent. We really enjoyed them. One friend ordered a cup of soup rather than a bowl, but when the bowl arrived, he didn't say anything and figured it was their mistake and we wouldn't be charged for the larger portion. We were, however, charged for the bowl. As the evening went on, more tables filled up and the noise level became even worse. There was a very long wait between our salads and entrees. I noticed other tables also sitting for quite a while waiting for their food. What's interesting is that the restaurant never actually became full. Even when we left, there were several empty tables. For a relatively small restaurant with only around 14 tables, it seemed like they were struggling to maintain a reasonable level of service. At one point, my friend went over to the bar and was talking with the bartender about their specialty cocktails while our entrees were being delivered. He didn't realize the food had arrived. Instead of simply letting him know his food was there, the waiter told him, "Sit down," in what came across as unnecessarily rude and odd. The entrees themselves were good, so we had no complaints about the food. Unfortunately, the service continued to disappoint. It took quite a while for anyone to come back to our table, we had to ask a couple of times for the check. Then came the biggest issue. We reviewed the check and confirmed it was correct, but when the waiter ran our credit card, he charged us for someone else's, higher bill. He brought the receipt for us to sign, and we immediately pointed out the mistake. Instead of voiding the incorrect charge or refunding it and then charging the correct amount, they simply ran our card again for the correct amount. We were now left with two charges on our credit card. We asked for a receipt or confirmation showing that the incorrect charge had been refunded. We were told they couldn't provide one and that the credit would take a few days to appear. Hopefully it does, but not providing any documentation for a significant credit was disappointing. It's unfortunate because we really enjoyed the food and initially thought this could become a place we'd return to regularly. Unfortunately, the rushed service, long waits, lack of attention, and the way the credit-card mistake was handled left us very disappointed. The food was good, but the overall service and experience were not, and based on this experience, we won't be returning.

My brother took me here for my birthday. The food was great! We started with appetizers. The…read morelamb appetizer was delicious. I enjoyed the winter caprese ensalate immensely. For dinner I had the lasagna which was excellent. I tried two of the mocktails and they were great! For dessert we had the crème brûlée and the warm chocolate rum cake. Both were very good. The service was excellent and the staff are friendly. I will return for a special occasion.