We just had an INCREDIBLE dinner! An absolutely fabulous filet mignon, and my partner had a surf and turf. Not only was everything delicious, but the service was above and beyond. The bus boys were oh-so attentive (my water was never empty and dirty plates just disappeared), and our server Keith really honed in on our personalities to give us the best experience possible. Took a chance on something we never tried before and we will 100% be back!! read more

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Nabi was an absolutely wonderful host and had delicious suggestions! We really enjoyed his exceptional hospitality and professionalism. Unfortunately I was handed a menu with some food smeared on the back. I also think that the steak was excellent but the sides left something more to desire. Also the music could definitely be improved it was just 80s pop which is nice but not for dining in this setting. For the price point I would have expected better and more thought to fine details in the experience but it was not a terrible experience read more

On June 3, 2026 I made a reservation for a party of four via OpenTable at 5:15pm. We had just flown in for my husband's mother's memorial service. My husband is a 100% disabled, 25-year Navy SEAL veteran who suffers from PTSD and has a legitimate psychiatric service dog. Upon arrival we informed the hostess we had a service dog. She offered outdoor seating and we politely requested inside, which is our legal right under the ADA. She began to seat us in a section with no other customers present. The owner, Saki Kavouniaris, then entered and aggressively told us we could not eat inside and that if we wanted to eat there we needed to go outside. We calmly explained that this is a certified service dog and that refusing entry is not allowed per ADA. As I began to present documentation (which is not legally required but which we had already prepared with the airline) he abruptly interrupted and stated, and I am quoting directly: "I don't give a F who he is. I'm a Greek Navy SEAL. I had a dog in here that made a mess and I had to clean it up. You can't eat here. You want to eat here, go outside." When I asked his name he replied "It doesn't matter what my F'ing name is." I calmly informed him I would be reporting the incident and left. He continued with additional profanity as I walked out. I am grateful my husband and his family were already outside and did not witness this exchange. The hostess was present for the entire incident. This is not an isolated occurrence and public reviews document similar treatment of other guests by this owner. We are filing formal complaints with the U.S. Department of Justice under the ADA, the California Civil Rights Department under the Unruh Civil Rights Act, and have retained legal counsel. A veteran who served this country for 25 years deserved basic human dignity. He did not receive it here. read more

This visit was disappointing from start to finish. The food quality was poor, and the service was even worse. Given the prices and the restaurant's reputation, we expected far more. We won't be returning. There were a few positives. The Wild Mushroom Rigatoni with chicken was flavorful and well-prepared. The filet was cooked to a proper medium-well, and the vegetables and potatoes were enjoyable. The bar also offers a solid drink selection, including full bottles of wine and champagne. Unfortunately, the negatives outweighed the positives. The oysters were tasteless and dry. The halibut was overcooked and extremely dry. Both desserts lacked flavor and moisture, and tasted like frozen, store‑bought items. The worst part of the experience was the Prime Rib. We ordered it medium‑rare, but it arrived well‑done. For a steakhouse, that's unacceptable. When we mentioned it to the waiter, he dismissed it by saying, "You must have gotten an end piece," and made no effort to correct the issue. We were simply left with an overcooked entrée. Overall, the lack of care and effort was very disappointing. A real shame. read more

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The food and service here is impressive! Inside is super nice, clean and has a sleek modern look. Absolutely love this place. We came on a Friday night and sat in the bar area. They had a musician who was singing and playing all the instruments, he had the best vibes. Great selection of music and great energy! Made the whole place had fun happy vibes. Now our service was on top of everything! Water refills as soon as our cups got low, cleaning empty plates right away. They bag the food up for you too. The food is absolutely amazing! The Spin a Yarn Prawns were incredible! Pork chop was huge and the side of apples it came with really topped it off. Salmon had a nice crisp on outside but super moist inside well balanced. Coconut creme pie definitely tasted fresh and homemade. Love everything we ordered and still amazed of this place. Delicious food, good music, fair pricing, excellent service what more can you ask for! read more

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It has been years since I've been to Spin a Yarn. We used to frequent it when we loaded in the area. I was worried since I heard there were changes but it certainly was worth the return. Ambiance was great. The food was made really well. I had the Wild Salmon with mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables. Salmon was tender and made to perfection. My sister had the special, Swordfish, and that was, also, flavorful, made perfectly. Unfortunately, nobody had the steak this time. I will have to return when I'm in the area again with my husband Husband, who loves steak and update this review. Service was great. Thank you, spin a yarn! read more

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The food was incredible!!! The steak was perfectly cooked. Great Ambience. Had a last minute work lunch and they accommodated and made adjustments with ease. Service was on point. I thoroughly enjoyed our experience. read more

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Stopped in for dinner on New Year's Eve. Arrived early for a 5:00pm reservation. They had a special menu for the night. I had the prime rib which started with a salad,pasta, the main course then a dessert. Service is always great! Food was delicious and prime rib was good but not as tender as i like. All in all a great evening. Had I known about the party I might of registered. We usually go to Sakis Spin A Yarn once or twice a year. read more

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We celebrated our 31st anniversary here, and it was truly a wonderful experience. The soothing ambience and warm, attentive service made the evening feel extra special. But the food was the real highlight... Every bite was absolutely delicious! A perfect place for a memorable celebration. We look forward to returning. read more

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Hands down, one of the most epic nights out we've ever had! If you're anywhere near Warm Springs, CA, drop everything and get yourself to Spin-A-Yarn Steakhouse for their Comedy Night. This place is a hidden gem that delivers on EVERY level: jaw-dropping food, killer service, and laugh-till-you-cry entertainment. We kicked off with their specials and... Oh. My. God. We started off with Oysters Rockefeller. The waiter suggested a splash of Tabasco to add a touch of spice. They were the bomb: hot, delicious, cheesy and well garnished with spinach. My giant veal chop was a massive, perfectly seared beast, served with roasted mixed veggies and creamy mashed potatoes swimming in rich mushroom gravy. My partner went for the prime rib--tender, juicy, and cooked to absolute perfection, with a loaded baked potato and fresh veggies on the side, plus spicy horseradish and piping hot au jus. I've provided some pics to showcase these amazing dishes. We paired it perfectly: she sipped strawberry daiquiris, I started with a smooth glass of pinot noir, then cruised into IPAs for the laughs and crisp Modelos for the after show. The host, Jeremey Curry, warmed up the crowd for four comedians. Headliner Ellis Rodriguez and the whole crew had the entire room in stitches. Bryant Hicks was a strong opener for Ellis with headliner vibes. We laughed our asses off... and got pulled into the show! One comic riffed on being invited to hang with "white folk" and throwing axes, scanned the crowd, locked eyes with me, and hit me with: "Of course this mother fucker has... look at this Viking fucker right here!" (Guilty as charged--long white hair, long white beard, the whole Norse vibe). The crowd lost it, and honestly, it made the night legendary. But it didn't end there. There was still live music in the main room by the bar. They were unironically playing the 'white anthems' mentioned by one of the comics during their bit (Sweet Caroline and Don't Stop Believing). After a few songs, we spilled out onto the awesome patio, fired up some smokes, sipped a few Modelos straight from the tap, and just vibed--chatting and cracking up with two of the comics till late. Pure magic. The comedy crowd energy and post-show hangout vibes were unforgettable. And yes, that patio is exactly the perfect chill spot for hanging out with friends on those cool spring nights. (We went in mid-January!) Don't miss out. read more

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We hadn't been in for dinner for a while. We had fiends visiting and everybody was craving steak So I thought let's go to Spin A Yarn, I made reservations. When we arrived we were greeted by the owner Saki who seated us right away. Service and food were excellent. read more

Amazing quality food in a very comfortable setting. Our waiter, Keith, was very knowledgeable and helpful as well as friendly and funny. The halibut was a serving size that was ample and cooked to perfection. The pork chop was the best pork chop I have ever tasted, thick cut and juicy. This was an excellent experience and would recommend this place for any occasion. read more

About 10 years ago, Weekly went here for lunch and since retiring, I came back recently and was pleasantly surprised Saki he still owns the restaurant and has made wonderful improvements to the whole decor and vibe. If you wanna have that throwback feeling to classy restaurants with excellent service and food choices... This is a wonderful choice!! read more

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First time coming in, heard so much about this place. Staff was very professional & made us feel like they appreciated our business. Very clean inside. Nice tables. We got put in a little room with a very loud groups but that cannot be held against the restaurant I got steak and prawns, I was very happy with my meal. I did not take pics, the wife was embarrassed for me to do so in a fancy place. It is pricey but a great place for a romantic dinner. One thing I did notice, there was a lot of wild cats in the parking lot. Will reutnr read more

Friday Birthday lunch. Not crowded. Excellent service, friendly employees. Clean - a bit old school interior which I enjoy. Lunch portions are plenty - e.g. sandwiches and salads. We would Definitely stop again if in the area . read more

Highly recommend.. great atmosphere, good vibes.. friendly staff.. And if course Saki is always there to say hi or to help... My favorite place to go on the weekend or before a concert or an event... Try the Mexican prawns for a appitzer.. delicious.. read more

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Although I've lived a large part of my life in Fremont, I've never been to Spin A Yarn Restaurant- until yesterday! Even with a big sign, it's somehow easy to miss. Regardless, they have a private parking lot that is quite spacious. Even on a busy Wednesday evening, I was able to find parking easily. The restaurant is very cute. It has that classic, low-key, homey feel to it. It's a little dark and chill, which is what I like. They were very busy last night but we were seated immediately. A nice table for two that was just the right size near the firewall area. Our server was very nice, attentive, fast and informative. She was able to answer all of our questions without any hesitation; she really knew her menu. The food was magnificent. I ordered the eggplant parmesan which comes with a side of mashed potatoes and veggies. It was a good portion size and filled me up without feeling heavy. The bread brought to the table when first seated was to die for. We had a couple of glasses of wine that we thoroughly enjoyed. The server comes back and refills your glass from a separate, smaller glass on the table. That was pretty cool. Overall, I had a great experience here. The service was good. The food was good. The Christmas decorations were excellent. They had the Warriors game playing at the bar, making it easy to peek every now and then to see how the game is going. Just a good time in general. I plan to be back soon and often! read more

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The prime rib here was amazing. I asked for English cut and they were able to do it. Now I don't have to drive all the way to house of prime rib anymore. Taste the same, so yummy! The service here is really excellent too! Will be bringing my friends here so they can experience the amazing food and service. I highly recommend giving them a try. I was here during covid and it's was just okay, but I came back a few months ago during restaurant week and the food and service was excellent, but forgot to leave a review. But came back again last night because it was sooo good the last time I was here, and it was still soooo good so I had to leave a review now. It's like consistent. read more

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The owner is crazy. Tried to beat me up in the parking lot. His staff had to hold him back.

I go there for karaoke nights the last Wednesday of every month. I wish you were more nights. The food is top notch ! People are very friendly ! I always have a great time there. It's a great place for a romantic dinner also, Carla West is the best sounding and the best karaoke host I've ever seen. I have operated my own karaoke company for over 20 years. Carla is the best. read more

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The stunning decor, the delicious food, and the outstanding service continues to shine! The best restaurant in Fremont! read more

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What can I say- yes- and yes again. I have been very lucky lately . Get the rib eye - get the rib eye again. You will be happy you did. I've been getting good service lately. I'm truly lucky. The waiter was helpful and he was right on the money with the rib eye. I don't eat big cuts usually. But this time . I splurged and I'm in love. Marbled and very juicy- the veggies are crisp and fresh. I will be back read more

Saki's Spin A Yarn Restaurant - Fried Zuchini - Steakhouses Near Me - Fremont, California

It's crazy that I've watched this restaurant on Kitchen Nightmares (Gordon Ramsey's show) but haven't gotten to try it until now. TL;DR = The food is "okay". Service / Ambiance is great though. [[ Location / Restaurant ]] It's on the curve of Warm Spring's Blvd and the sign for the store is humongous so you cannot miss it. They have a large parking lot so parking shouldn't be an issue as well. The Restaurant itself was decorated very nicely for the holiday season and it was very lively inside. Lots of people at the bar enjoying themselves and everyone smiling and having a good time. I think there is definitely good vibes there if you choose to eat inside. Even though I was doing a to-go order, I thought everyone was very friendly and they made the process of picking up pleasant. [[ Food ]] As the TL;DR stated, the food is just alright. You can get variations of the same food at other restaurants that taste so much better. (E.g., House of Prime Rib has WAYY better prime rib than here). We ordered the following: 1.) Appetizers - Crab Cake 2.) Appetizer - Calamari 3.) Entree - Lamb Shank 4.) Entree - Prime Rib (market price) 5.) Sides - Mac & Cheese 6.) Sides - Garlic Fries The only thing I would order again here from all of the above is the Crab Cake. Even though you only get 1 Crab Cake for for $18, their Old Bay Mayo sauce for it and the actual Crab Cake itself was delicious. The rest, again, just tasted normal. The flavors were all there for each dish but there was nothing special about them and felt like it could have blended in at any other restaurant which is not great. You won't be disappointed by the food itself but nothing really stood out. The restaurant also tacks on a 4% state surcharge on your bill to keep up with the high COL. If you aren't a big fan of these "extra" charges, just giving you a heads up about it now. [[ Conclusion ]] Although I would love to give it a 5 star review for a local Fremont restaurant, I really think you can find better food elsewhere. If you are here for the good vibes and great service, I think this is a great place to go. read more

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Walked in not sure of what to expect on a Saturday night. All the reviews were good. Would we be underdressed? We saw ladies with dresses and men with shirt and ties. I'm guessing there was a special event happening. Aside from that there were people outside. When we left we saw a bride in her wedding dress. Looks like a place for regulars and loyal customers. We were greeted by what may have been the manager or owner and quickly seated in one of the big cream colored high back booths. From then on it was bam bam boom. Drinks, food and everything else you would imagine for a top notch dining experience. Perusing the reviews I saw pics of a server everyone had commented about named Keith. It was great when he walked up to our table. I wanted to say to him. Did you know you were like Yelp famous? There was not one moment when the flow of things was out of sync. Everything we ordered came out rather quickly. All our selections were good. Bread and butter ++A - they gladly brought more when we got our food. The best ice tea that never went without a refill. Caeser salad was perfect. They split it for us Rigatoni was average for sauce flavor. Scalloped potatoes were nice. Surf and turf was plentiful and cooked to order. They included steak sauce and butter for the prawns that looked like small lobster tails. Dessert was great as well. Tiramisu and cheesecake. Plus coffee. At this point we were so stuffed. Boxed up half of my dinner plate to take home. While dining was quiet and private, it hit a point when music and live singing began. We enjoyed the eclectic variety of eras from Elvis to Santana and lots of other iconic music. It was a pleasant atmosphere for dinner and needless to say Keith was excellent. Service from a pro. We need more of this in the restaurant industry. The attention to details and bar he sets is high. Will we return? Yes! read more

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Delicious place. Definitely recommend. Steak seafood, wines.. service was great as well.

I had the pleasure of visiting this restaurant for a work event and was really excited because I'd had it bookmarked for quite some time. The inside is more spacious than it looks and there's plenty of parking behind the building. We had our own party/conference room and there was a set dinner menu for us to choose from. The room had its own tv and speakers so I assume they host a lot of events. -Ceasar salad: can't go wrong with this classic salad! -Short rib: amazing presentation and HUGE portion, the meat was so tender that it fell right off the bone, mashed potatoes were super buttery and creamy -Tiramisu: perfect ratio of ladyfingers to mascarpone cream, not too sweet There were several other items on the menu that looked good. Everything seemed pretty pricey though so it'll probably be for another special event next time I'm here! read more

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Was in for a work trip and met a dear local friend here for dinner. We picked, due to location and reviews. We had a 6P Rez on a Thursday and it was not too busy which was nice for us in doing a ton of catch up. We had a lovely booth and received 5 star friendly service from Keith! We ordered the spin a yarn "prawns", prime rib dinner, mushroom pasta and coconut cream pie. The food was good/solid. They give you French bread, plenty of it... I will say the "prawns" did not seem like prawns given size, taste and texture but the sauce was good. The coconut cream pie was fantastic! read more

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Our party of four adults and two children showed up about 6 on a Saturday night. We were quickly seated and the adult drink orders were taken and the children were given crayons and special drinks. We had called ahead to be sure there was seating so they prepared for us. Our waiter had excellent skills to serve the children and was very attentive to us adults too! We had a Surf and Turf special, Calamari Steak, Salmon, a couple children's meals, and Osso Buco. All food was served together and was excellent. We were seated in a dignified dark paneled room with a quiet ambiance. In the bar area there was entertainment, two singers, that sounded excellent as I passed through. Parking is in a private lot adjacent to this long established restaurant. We had stayed in the Hilton across the street on previous occasions and had not noticed the restaurant. I'm glad it was recommended as we will return. read more

We came here for a Christmas event with over 20 people. The food itself was very good. We enjoyed the bruschetta, prime rib, chicken marsala, and other options. Unfortunately, the service was poor and really took away from the overall experience. Once dinner was over and we began chatting over dessert, the servers completely disappeared. No one checked on us, and then the room began to get noticeably cold, almost as if the heat had been shut off. It gave the impression that the staff was trying to rush us out without actually saying anything. If the restaurant closes at a certain time, I would've appreciated a simple heads-up instead of the passive-aggressive approach. Also, what's with the letter to the mayor of Fremont about food trucks "hurting" the restaurant? Honestly, the energy would be better spent on improving service and guest experience. https://www.reddit.com/r/Fremont/comments/1nbxkst/fremont_street_eats_canceled_spin_a_yarn_letter/ read more

Went to celebrate a special occasion with friends. Bartender was fantastic! She made excellent drinks and was so personable! Beautiful atmosphere and loved the variety of small rooms so it was easier to have conversations rather than one large dining room. Food was pretty good. Ordered: Fried zucchini was loved by the whole table. Sweet corn soup that was very light but not too filling. I thought it would be thicker like a chowder but was more of a thin broth. Caesar salad was perfect with crisp romaine and a delicious and tangy dressing. Filet mingion was perfectly cooked medium rare. Would have liked some compound butter or a peppercorn sauce with it but otherwise delicious. Scalloped potatoes were dry, not something i would get again. Shared a variety of desserts. Tiramisu was good but a little too sweet. Chocolate mousse was nice. Best were the berries in cream. Could have eaten a second serving of that! Chocolate raspberry cake was ok. read more

Had a celebratory lunch here on a weekday afternoon. For two people, we ordered the following -- * Shrimp Louie Salad * House Salad * Fried Calamari * Roasted Chicken Half (2 orders) * Fried Zucchini * French Fries Food was what you would expect in an American style restaurant. Presentation was not the best but I give credit for effort. The food lacked seasoning so we had to get creative to add salt, pepper - and request for a bunch of side dipping sauces. Restaurant is big so can hold large crowds if any special events or occasions are celebrated here. Increasing my review .5 stars as our server was really attentive. She was in training and still learning the trade but her sincerity did not go unnoticed. read more

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Totally overrated and overpriced. Service was very friendly and extremely attentive, but the food (ribeye steak with mashed potatoes & veggie) was bland and overpriced - we were disappointed. On a Friday evening of a holiday weekend, it wasn't busy. A nice surprise was the musician with a keyboard singing live to current hits & oldies - that I thoroughly enjoyed. read more

Saki's Spin A Yarn Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - Fremont, California

This review is for the October 19th, 2024, event for the James Lick High School (1984-2024) 40-year reunion. SAY (Spin-A-Yarn) was a referral from a fellow graduate and previous client, David G. He assured us we wouldn't be disappointed. We weren't! SAY allowed for our theme decor set-up, DJ, and silent auction prizes. In addition, the staff worked with our headcount, menu, and last-minute changes. Saki is more than patient; he is accommodating. Without his generosity & flexibility, our celebration would have fallen short. Because of the SAY Banquet Team, our reunion was out of this GALAXY! The Reunion Committee: Kim, Amie. Tina, Pam, Leslie, and Rose. We would like to personally thank Saki and the entire banquet staff for their dedication and hard work: Elvia Ureno, Fily Ureno, Edgar Ureno, Jorge Pacheco, Sara (Bartender), Nya Noble, Angelo, Anwar Sohail We reached for the stars and captured the comet! Thank you, Spin-A-Yarn, for working with our guests, our team, and our craziness. You are truly wonderful. read more

Saki's Spin A Yarn Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - Fremont, California

We went for the mother brunch and it was beautiful with a nice spread. It is 67.00 per adult and 30.00 per kids under 12. The prime rib stole the show. It was moist and tender and cooked to perfection. The other sides and the other foods were alright. The Benedict simply had ham nothing too special. There are things in the buffet that needs to be labeled. There were dishes with gravy and I had no clue what I was eating. The dessert table was huge but none of the cakes were outstanding. For the price I paid for my family and I felt the service and the people were amazing! On the other hand the food was mediocre. Overall I would recommend it but I will be trying other places for mother's day read more

I came in a party of 8, and the service was great. Our waiter was checking in with us (maybe a bit too much, like every 2 minutes). He was really nice and had great vibes. The ambiance was quite nice as well. The reason for the 3/5 is mostly due to the food. We ordered a few appetizers (crab cakes and soup of the day) which were good. Everyone in the party essentially ordered different dishes, such as the halibut, filet mignon, new york steak sandwich, pork chop and apples, and 4 different pastas. Essentially every dish was tasteless and/or dry. The food alone is probably a 1.5/5, but the service alone brings the overall rating up to a 3/5. read more

Amazing food, amazing services, if you are in Fremont stop by no questions. Gordon Ramsey visited this establishment year ago and here made this place top notch. If you are looking for excellent mean great service awesome drink this is the place to come! read more

We came for Mother's Day brunch the service was on point ! Our waiter was very nice , the buffet looked beautiful, we came to the 1:30 sitting I had eggs Benedict they were ok a little dry but had good flavor the potatoes were good the French toast was very dry almost hard, the salmon was dry and very fishy, my son said the lamb was extremely gamey , the prime rib was delicious but the au jous had pieces of rock salt? The rice was crunchy? This was an expensive buffet and the food should have been on point all of it! Oh and the pork was dry ? I am sure the 9 :30am sitting the food was much fresher? The price was still the same! The place was clean and everything on the buffet tables looked great unfortunately the 1:30 groups got the left overs that were all dried out read more

Everything from the greeting to the bill Hostess was prompt in seating us and very polite Keith was a awesome waiter Extremely helpful with the menu Wife and I both ordered mai tai's And bar nailed it We started off with calamari and fried zucchini and bruschetta As it was our first time here we wanted to sample a bit of everything wife ordered Ceasar salad and crab cakes she was very pleased with it I ordered the filet mignon and it was perfectly cooked we decided to wrap things up with desert and got the tiramisu and coconut cream pie excellent excellent excellent Is all I can say going to be adding this place into the rotation of our favorites Oh and by the way live music was very pleasant read more

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The food was absolutely delicious. I've been going to this restaurant for 25 years. The service was impeccable! They have really updated the entire restaurant, Their prices are reasonable for the quality of the food. You must give this restaurant a try. You will be so happy that you did!!! read more

I used to come to this restaurant all the time in the 90s, but then I moved away to the Pacific Northwest. Recently returned it is now better than ever! A huge shout out to our amazing, personable server Keith, who made our dining experience top-notch! Best ever! read more