We stopped in here on a lazy afternoon and had a lovely couple of hours. The bar was pretty empty…read morebut the bartender was friendly and funny without being too much. We enjoyed the atmosphere and the drinks and we will definitely be back!

The food was decent but the service was terrible. We placed order for drinks and my husband's drink…read morearrived quickly, Yey!!! However mine did not come for 25 mins.. we flagged our server - she was MIA by the way ... well , we finally flagged her down and she said , it's not ready at the bar.. we continued to wait for another 10 mins - and then asked another waitress who went to the bar , and got it made - and brought us the drink..and our food.. she checked in on us after 30 mins.. and then brought the check.. At this point, I asked her I wanted dessert- she dint bother to offer.. she then went MIA again.. we had to endure this on New Year's Eve bdw! What a crummy way to end the year.. :( would not recommend

I made plans to come and see my friend and we talked about doing a little Galantines dinner since I…read morelive in a different state so she gave me three different options and I chose here, the menu looked great and the location seemed prime so we made reservations back In February to come on Thursday March 5th, 2026 at 7:30pm. Elderwood is located in the darling hotel in downtown Visalia on the rooftop, it's a small beautiful location with indoor and outdoor seating, we decided to sit outside the weather was nice but there was a bit of a breeze we asked of a heater could be brought closer to us in which it did when we were done with our dinner. My friend and I dressed up nice only to find people wearing sweatshirts sweats, jeans and whatever else they found in their closet next time I know I can just come as I am, but hey we dressed up to feel good and look out best and we did! Our server wasn't very attentive she only had one other table outside and didn't seem to engaged we started by splitting a Caesar salad and ordered a lemon drop martini, we sat and chatted then she took our entree order in which we both ordered the roasted chicken. The food came and it was absolutely delicious incredible flavor the chicken wasn't dry, we continued to catch up the server came by when we half way through our meal to check on us, we did have another drink with our dinner, the lemon drops were fantastic. Overall location was prime food and drinks were excellent and service was mediocre at best but again why do I even have my hopes up for? I need to go in expecting less so when it actually is average at best I won't be disappointed like I am, like I said in this economy if I'm willing to spend my money at least act like to you care to help is that too much to ask?

To start, there was no silver wear at our table and we only got silverware by asking after our…read moreappetizer arrived, we received our napkins just as our meal arrived (our poor server was searching for a while then had to tend to other tables then after the second ask was able to track some down). We got the spicy shrimp appetizer,12 oz New York strip, the lobster with mash potato's and Mac and cheese. Food was okay, price tag was steep for the quality. Especially considering, the "from the grill" section did not come with a side had to be ordered separate and food came out lukewarm but flavor was good (except the mash potato's they were bland). Drinks were good. Additional note: having bathroom lights that are on sensors, don't work well for people in stalls. Having to sit in a dark restroom while using the facilities is not an enjoyable experience. Two stars because the overall vibe is decent and drinks are good. Food is just ok for a luxury price and staff is not set up for success.

I have been here many times during my stays. The staff is always pleasant and the food has been…read moregood. I wish there was a happy hour. Its always clean and well kept. And it would be nice if staff would notice the daily specials which I didnt know they have each day. Hours are unclear as far as closing. In the elevators they show one time and staff said differently. So that definitely needs to be addressed. But I do recommend it.

Very limited menu but we tried Caesar with chicken, with salmon and the steak. Steak was definitely…read morethe highlight, salmon was cooked well, Caesar's were just lettuce and light dressing, not much cheese, disappointing. Sweet potato fries were soggy but flavorful. Mojito was undrinkable and way expensive for the type of place. We opted to skip dessert. Service was slow and poor. Would skip mahogany's if you have other options.

This is such a chill spot to grab a drink, or chill and listen to music . They had great Valentines…read moreDay decor and a photo booth, when we went . Special drinks at the bar to celebrate the occasion also! If there's something you want that's not on the menu, the bartenders will help create something for you. Love it! Security at the door, checks Id so be prepared!

come see Michael the bartender was fucking amazing and it was so busy. He managed his component and…read morehis cool and so dropped the best. Amazing drink.

They were very accommodating to our party of five that did not have a reservation. As a service…read moreindustry worker, I understand that we got lucky when we were moved from a beautiful patio table to an inside table. So I will definitely recommend making a reservation. All of the appetizers and cocktails that we tried were excellent! Each of our meals were unique and we enjoyed sharing the generous portions. Our experience concluded with the crème brûlée and the three layer pistachio cake. Yum!! Such a perfect cherry on top! We will definitely be back to try different items on the menu. For a fairly new restaurant, I am impressed and I am looking forward to returning soon.

This is a special restaurant. Having read some of the mixed reviews, I wasn't sure what to expect…read more I was looking for a good steak and a nice wine list. At The Ranch, I wasn't disappointed. I sat at the bar, which was finished this evening for its first opening. I could smell the scent of fresh varnish as I sat alone at a long marble bar attended by two enthusiastic employees, Cameron, my server, and Katie, my bartender. I ordered the 10 oz. steak and the brussels sprout side, which were both excellent. I also enjoyed a glass of Sandhi Chardonnay and Banshee Pinot Noir. I appreciated the restaurant's by-the-glass options that are different from what I find listed at other similar establishments. The restaurant was packed and very lively. The owner, James, came out to say hello and share his story about the business, which I learned opened within the last 9 months. They roast their own coffee beans for a variety of after dinner selections. Truly, an impressive effort by a local restaurant to offer a unique and elevated dining experience. I was here on business travel and intend to visit again. Highly recommended.

with one small caveat…read more Tap Yard is hands down one of my favorite spots downtown. The bar itself is beautiful, with a fun, laid-back atmosphere and great music that always sets the vibe. The staff and service are amazing friendly, & attentive. They don't serve food directly, but they always have food trucks, which honestly makes it even better. They're super active on Instagram and regularly post their food truck calendar, so you always know who's serving what and when. My absolute favorite food truck that comes through is Brahma never disappoints. The drink selection is top tier with a wide variety of beers from different distilleries, so there's something for everyone. My go-to drinks are the Michelada with the spicy cucumber mix (so good), The Lady Marmalade, and Dark Horse is also a solid choice. Tap Yard also has an outdoor patio, karaoke nights, and live bands, which makes it such a fun place whether you're going out with friends or just trying to unwind. The only downside for me is that it isn't strictly 21+. Since there's a playground in the back patio, some adults bring their kids, and personally, I'm there to relax and have fun--not listen to screaming children. If you're looking for great drinks, a fun crowd, awesome music, and consistently good vibes, Tap Yard is definitely worth checking out.

Great beer selection, especially Crow and Wolf. Wednesday nights for line dancing are a blast and…read moreeasily my favorite time to go. Fun vibe, good drinks, and always a good crowd.

Loved everything about The Darling! What a gem of a hotel in Visalia…read more Work brought me here for a conference. I'd just happened to see a PBS special on Visalia a few months prior to my stay and learned of The Darling and its fabulous rooftop restaurant, Elderwood. I knew right away that this was the place for me. Delightful accommodations. Absolutely beautiful room - and bathroom! All the little touches make a big difference, like the self-serve coffee/tea/water bar and the in-room complimentary snacks and water. Don't miss the restaurant upstairs! I enjoyed an early breakfast my first morning there and dinner the next night. (See my separate review for Elderwood.) Never thought I'd say that I forward to returning to Visalia but I'll coming rushing back to The Darling when I do!

I had a good 1 night stay. Hotel is centrally located with lots of restaurants and a Starbucks in…read morewalking distance. Check in was quick and easy. The room was clean. Room service was good quality, appropriately priced and arrived quickly. The only reason I couldn't give this 5 stars was there was no internal secondary lock on the door which made it feel a little unsafe as a solo traveler and also there were not clear instructions about how to enter the gated parking lot upon checking in. Otherwise I had a good stay and would consider visiting again just to eat at the restaurant.

This place is always so packed and filled with good amazing food with so many different selections!…read moreI love an Asian place and this is so hip n chill.... If you're looking for a good time, head here, they even have a pool table!

Reasonably priced fun amid our economic downfall. If you are looking for a fun place to have happy…read morehour, search no more. We were able to play pool for 2 hours for only $10 ($5, per hour) before 7pm and a pitcher of beer for $20. It's a family-friendly establishment before 9 pm. We were able to bring our teenage children, who had a great time playing pool. Good fun, good service, and will be back again.

The service was amazing and personable. I loved the waitress…read more However, the menu prices were ridiculously high. I found the food to be bland and lacking flavor and seasoning. I ordered salmon, which was a very large piece of salmon and it looked delightful, but no flavor at all. It was overcooked so it was a bit dry and I could tell without even asking that this was farm raised pre-frozen salmon. This was not a $30 slice of salmon. It was served on a bed of lettuce.. the lettuce was crisp and fresh and there was an egg included, which was a bit chewy for a hard boiled egg so it was overcooked as well. There were several large slices of tomatoes, which were just too big and probably should've been diced up and served appropriately. There was also some large slices of cucumber and a big slice of onion. There was one little bread stick. It just did not and was not suitable for a restaurant of this caliber/price range. i'd have to say I was very disappointed. The value of the food did not match the price tag. Conclusively very disappointed of this $40 salad.

My husband and I did a day time bar crawl on Thanksgiving weekend. This was our first stop. The…read morestaff was very nice and welcoming. We ordered house wine. It was OK, next time I'd get a pricier glass. The ambiance was wonderful, we got to hear some live guitar. We stayed about an hour and the bar was getting busier as we left. I have been here at night and i do know it gets packed. This is a fun spot. Ive never tried the food but ive heard its great.

My favorite dive bar in Visalia. It always has people in it and the feel is like Cheers. The…read morebartenders are nice with good service and the drinks are cheap. The area is kind of shady, but I've never had an issue.

A dive bar if I've ever seen one. A small hole in the wall place that you can easily pass by if…read moreyou don't know what your looking for. It's a small brown building with a small parking lot next to it. It's nice though that its open at 0630 so that the nightshift hospital staff can come here and decompress or send me off on my last day. First thing you notice about this place is the smell of urine from the bathrooms. You get use to it after a bit. As well as the "regulars" hanging out at the bar area. It's extremely small. Area for a pool table, some tables at the far end by the bathrooms, and a long bar counter. At least the tvs are nice and clear and big to watch games or sports as need be. There was a good 18 of us here. Prices are rediculously cheap. I'm glad they understand it's a dive bar and should thus be dive bar prices. A michelada was $4. A mimosa was $5. Bag of chips was $1. They have these sour candy shots for $4. The sour candy shots were really good. Michelada was simple. Bloody Mary mix with beer. But they were well made. I also had a crown royal apple with redbull that was really good. I don't remember how many drinks we went thru but it did the job and we were all feeling good. Customer service is good. Dude working behind the bar worked fast. I hear this place is pretty good when the sun is up, but has a pretty rough reputation at night with lots of shady people coming in at night. I definitely wouldn't come in here by my self even in the day time. But with a large group it's pretty cool. Nice and cheap. If you don't mind the urine smell and dilapidated look.