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!

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.

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!

For a long time I hesitated to come here because I thought they were a 21+ establishment and often…read moreI have the kids in tow. However, I saw they had a killer happy hour deal - 50% off the menu from 5-6pm!!! - so took a chance and brought the fam. They were super kid friendly (in that we didn't get any judgmental stares from having our kids take over the couches) and have so much stuff on the menu! Loved the charcuterie boards and sandwiches and the selection of wine. Will definitely be coming back! I've already told a bunch of friends about it, haha.

Love this place! If…read moreyou're into bubbles and live music, this place is for you. I don't recall there being food but there's definitely caviar. The staff is exceptionally friendly and welcoming.

Fun little spot for a drink. That is the end of the review. That is what this place is…read more Oh, and they have sabers and will let you slice the top off the bottle for a fee. Nice enough staff. Smelled like oil from a deep fryer although I didn't see any food. We went elsewhere for dinner.

Brandy was amazing and so quick with service. I would recommend her as my server everytime.read more

This place looks great as far an ambiance is concerned, I was excited to be there, but the host on…read more3/28/26 at around 3:30pm was super rude and condescending! They don't let you stand around the bar for a drink, but also won't let you sit at the tables unless you're eating. I requested a table and she sarcastically asked me if our party of 4 was going to eat? I said, well you told us we have to so, yes! Then quickly, repeated back to me that we need to order food! (I'm an adult, I got this figured out) Then she seemed irritated that she had to find a table (there were many available and last I knew, that was her job) And another co worker then politely saved her by saying, we could step off to the side and she would see if they have anything available. No issues with that... We waited a few minutes and decided the attitude of the other woman wasn't worth sticking around for. I thanked them and politely said we wouldn't be staying. Restaurants are getting out of hand with rudeness, etc. and most places are begging people to come in and spend money, not push people away! Why, because you're in Walnut Creek? Who cares! You lost out on a $300+ table from us and we won't try again.

We had a wonderful visit here!…read more It is a beautiful setting, but still low-key and not pretentious at all. All the employees are grounded, friendly, and very knowledgeable. We also got a tour of their Italian winemaking equipment. The food was surprisingly good. Found out later that the chef has a Michelin pedigree. My filet was amazing! It came with bone marrow which was unique and very tasty. The views are incredible. The vineyards...Mt Diablo and the views of the clear night sky with low light pollution are breathtaking. Go for the scenery, stay for the wine and the food.

This was our first time at Shadowbrook, and unfortunately our last…read more The service was absolutely disappointing especially considering there's already a 20% service charge. When we first arrived we were seated right away and given waters immediately by our lovely host, after being seating it took 15 minutes for our waiter to even look at us and when she did she said "Do you know what you want to drink?", this was our first interaction. It took about 20 minutes to receive our wine and when she brought it to us she never let us taste the wine before pouring it, which I have never experienced at any other winery. After leaving it took an extra 10 minutes to receive our order of French fries, luckily the water machine was right next to us so whenever we needed a refill we could just get up and get it ourselves! We almost asked them to not even bring out the bread because it had been 45 minutes after ordering before it came to our table. I think we would have been more understanding if it was a busy night but it was the complete opposite. I could have driven all the way to Napa, been served, eaten a full meal, then home with my teeth brushed in bed by 8, but instead I'm at Shadowbrook waiting for my bread. Overall the food was great, the wine was excellent but the service was absolutely horrific! We felt overlooked and unwelcome from the start. Our server barely acknowledged us and gave the impression that we weren't worth her time while serving others next to us with enthusiasm. Unfortunately the 20% service charge did it for me, I wouldn't mind paying if it was worth it, if I could tip our waitress less I would.

Superb, the food is outstanding, the service is excellent. We were so happy with everything;…read morebeginning with Caviar, to the Crudo (it is so good), Charcuterie Board for cheese lovers, Brisket hamburger is exceptional, along with the steak bouillabaisse and Angel Hair Vongole - this is to die for - very impressive. We sat outside on a sunny pleasant day for 3 hours and enjoyed every moment. Make a reservation you will enjoy the experience.

We made last-minute reservations at Chateau and overall had a great experience with a disappointing…read moreending. From the moment we walked in, the hostess was warm and welcoming, and our server was exceptional throughout the night. The cocktails were also a standout -- the Old Mez, The Vintage, and even my Matcha Bliss mocktail were all . We started with the Brussels sprouts, mussels, and truffle fries. The appetizer portions were generous and satisfying. The mussels were cooked perfectly with a flavorful sauce that had us finishing every bite. The truffle fries were hot and crispy, served with ketchup and aioli. The Brussels sprouts had the perfect crisp in every layer, while the onion, apple, and bacon balanced the dish really well. Unfortunately, the lamb chops completely changed the experience. When the plate arrived, both my husband and I immediately noticed how small the portion was for a $45 entrée -- just a few lamb chops and four small carrots. Compared to the appetizers, it honestly felt more like an appetizer than a main course. I ordered mine medium rare, but my pieces came out rare and chewy with quite a bit of fat, leaving one bite of meat per piece. My husband's pieces were cooked more accurately, but his cuts were a little thicker than mine. For the price point, the dish simply didn't feel worth it or satisfying enough to be considered a true entrée. For two people, including tip, the bill was over $200. We would return, but next time we'd stick to cocktails and appetizers, because that's definitely where Chateau shines.

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.

Deliciosa, comida un ambiente muy cómodo , y el servicio muy bueno, quien nos atendió fue Manuel y…read morees un hombre muy amable y nos explicaba que plato era cada cosa, fuimos para nuestro aniversario y hasta nos dieron u a sorpresa.... Muchas gracias por! Claro que vuelvo

We took our chance to do walk in and got seated right away. Placed…read moreour orders in and food was served in timely manner. We are pleased with the seafood paella and tomahawk. Our server, Manuel, did a great job.It made our anniversary special. The ambiance was relaxing. Thanks to all.

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!