I had high hopes for this upscale Mediterranean spot in downtown Campbell. Lots of hype, but the…read morefood was average and service was all over the place. I thought some dishes were great; the wagyu burger was decadent. Other dishes were not that special. The scallops didn't taste too fresh (likely frozen) and combining them with hummus didn't quite work. The side of bread was practically insulting. $5 for stale table bread was a surprise. Dishes arrived very late; we were nearly forgotten when we tried to order, and then after ordering, we waited 40 minutes between appetizers and the main course. Not because they were cooking it; they just forgot we were there and when they brought out the dishes, the scallops were no longer just-cooked, and the burger had been sitting for a bit. No apology, just an acknowledgment it was late, and no discount (not even on the stale bread). They offered us wine, we said we didn't drink, and they just moved on. I debated a lot about how to review this. It's my personal experience that was disappointing, and I'm glad some reviews are very upbeat. But there's a handful of reviews noting frustrating delays... and that needs to be worked on.

Lira is a well run quality restaurant with a super tasty burger and outstanding staff…read more I really like the lit-up bar and comfortable outside seating. The huge windows are perfect for people watching. A great spot to get a drink and a tasty meal this winter,

To be honest this was one of the best service I've had the host was very lovely and took us to our…read morespot greeted the waiter got to us right away showed us the special and what he recommended did not hesitate to help us when we called and the food the food was beyond amazing the jambalaya was spicy but tasted very Rich and fabulous for the price I was paying overall just a well experience

We hosted our son's first birthday party at Water Tower Kitchen and booked the full patio for our…read moreparty of 60 guests. We were super pleased with the whole experience, from the moment we booked the date to the moment we left the restaurant after a successful birthday party. The planning process was absolutely seamless with Melissa the event coordinator who was always so responsive and answered all of our questions in great detail. The event/catering menu had so much variety to choose from and we greatly appreciated all the beverage options as well. On the day of the party, the service was absolutely top notch. The servers consistently cleared used tableware, replaced drinks and food as needed, and responded to all of our requests with such kindness! The food was delicious, especially the mac and cheese and miso salmon, which our guests raved about. We are so happy that we had our son's birthday party at Water Tower Kitchen. It was truly a memorable day and we have the Water Tower crew to thank for that. It was perfect!

The food was great. It reminded me of home, Louisiana! A real Southern flavor!…read more I would recommend this restaurant if you want a down home Southern style meal. The service was fast and the ambience was nice.

I came here on a weekday with my fiancé during the start of lunch rush. Since it was only the start…read moreof lunch rush, the crowd was slowly building up. Fortunately for us, we were only a party of two so we were quickly seated. Our server was a very nice guy who briefly went over the menu with us and was super patient when we said that it was our first time here. A nice little touch was that initially they were going to see us at a table near the window, but noticed that someone's phone was charging near there so he quickly moved us to a different table even though it would've been more convenient to place us at that table. We ordered the beef brisket Soul Bowl and half of "Not Yo Nachos" with beef brisket. Contrary to the size of both of these entrées, they were actually very filling, and we had to bring them home to go. The soul bowl was very flavorful and filling where the brisket was nicely seasoned and not too sweet. Then again, I do not have the biggest sweet tooth when it comes to barbecue. The only thing I wanted to point out was that the mac & cheese was a little bit on the dryer side but other than that, I would recommend the bowl if you're someone who can't finish a whole entree. I have very similar thoughts with the "Not Yo Nachos" because they tasted very identical to the soul bowl excluding the Mac. When I have a bigger appetite, I would love to come back here and try the full barbecue plates!

Super good I love the food a great place to celebrate birthday amazing!…read more My friend and I were deciding where to celebrate my birthday. I occasionally we stopped by and we gave it a try and trust me. It's the best birthday ever.

We love this restaurant. Super nice food and friendly service here. We will be back for sure.read more

Long overdue review because we've been to Orchard City Kitchen a few times, and our latest visit…read morewas the perfect excuse to finally write one. We came for a casual weekday lunch to celebrate our 22nd anniversary after spending the whole morning at a day spa. We sat outside and enjoyed a little bit of everything. The blackened hamachi tataki was refreshing and perfect for a summer lunch. Their take on steak and eggs, deviled eggs topped with Wagyu, is so simple but packs a punch. The Korean fried chicken was crunchy with a tangy sauce and great for sharing. And of course, we had to get the BBB, which is always a must for us! After all that, we shared the cheesesteak sandwich and I honestly thought I was going to tap out, but it wasn't heavy at all. It was so good that we finished the whole thing. Somehow, we even had room for Beth's hand pie, a delicious peach compote that tasted like a churro and peach pie had a baby. The cocktails were also a highlight. I had the Coco Julius, which is dangerously good because it's so smooth, fruity, and refreshing with orange and pineapple. Hubby had the La Ola with strawberries and hibiscus. Another great meal at OCK!

This place always has really interesting menu concepts, though the food can definitely be a bit…read morehit-or-miss depending on what's on their rotational menu. Unfortunately, on this visit, the portions were super small, and left feeling pretty unsatisfied post-meal. We sat outside, and we also ran into an issue where we found a dead bug in the utensil holder resting right on a fork. It was definitely an unpleasant surprise, but I will say the staff was incredibly apologetic and handled the whole ordeal very professionally. It's a creative spot, but between the tiny portions and the outdoor issue, it fell a bit short for us this time.

Clean, great location, great food, great service! Will most definitely come back!…read more Every server walking by checked on us, made us feel taken care of. Great teamwork!

Came here early on a weekday lunch. Not too busy but definitely got busier as the lunch crowd…read morearrived. The decor was rustic. Feeling like I'm in the northern part of the US wanting to go hunting. The menu is somewhat diverse with dishes from different cultures with their take for American palates. The hostess that greeted us was nice and our server made his rounds checking up on us once in awhile. I ordered the Chicken Shawarma Salad which had shredded chicken, mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, hummus, feta, red peppers, crunchy garbanzo beans and tahini dressing. I mixed it all together. I really didn't notice the feather or red peppers in the salad. The red onions came in half moon slices. I would have preferred more narrow sliices but they weren't overpowering as the dressing overtook the flavor of the onion. Will come back here to the Cupertino location to try other entrees. *** Stars

We have had many events catered over the years. it's a big worry as many of you know what's the…read morecost ? is the food going to be on time or good in quantities? this place was amazing in every way the staff the service the pricing and the food was excellent and all our guest raved about it for my sons wedding and for my dads celebration of life. the guests want more and more when does that happen at a wedding.

This is the best BBQ place that I keep going back to in the South Bay Area. The meats are all…read moredelicious and flavorful. Even tastier if you use the spicy BBQ sauce. The owner cares about his business and he's been there every time we go. It's great to support an owner who is committed. My nieces and nephews love the food here and they are picky eaters. That says a lot for kids. Favorite meats there for me are the: brisket and the pulled pork Honestly, though, you can't go wrong with the tri tip or ribs either and I love their corn bread. Their Mac and cheese is so good I had to control myself so the kids could have some. Ambiance is like going to a BBQ picnic. Stop by and support this place. You'll love the food. I'll definitely be back

Our server Ezequiel was so kind and fun to talk to. He kept observing our drinks to refill them…read more Look for him when you are seated. The chili impressed my friend who is a chili snob! My grilled chicken was savory and moist. We had a great visit without being rushed.

Dined here several times and my server Ezequiel and the manager Cristian were superb in attending…read moreto us. Excellent service without too much pestering and the food came out early. Ezequiel was so kind and friendly. The food was good too.

One of my go-to Back A Yards. I always get their combo plate with ox tail and salmon. Highly…read morerecommend the salmon if you haven't tried it. Might opt for just the salmon next time since it's my favorite. It's slightly smokey from being grilled but always so juicy and never dry. If you haven't tried the Corn Festival, you really should. It's similar to a beignet, but more dense and chewy. I absolutely love it and always get an order every time I go. Each order is inexpensive but you get two pieces that are hot off the fryer. SO GOOD!!! Even better with butter but so delicious as-is. The mango habanero is also delicious... so mango-ey... yeah very descriptive... but it is! Tastes like a ripe mango with that habanero heat. Can get pretty spicy, but highly recommend if you want some heat. Parking isn't too difficult here and service is standard. I've been taken care of and food as come out promptly during my recent visit. Plenty of seating for groups.

I ordered the salmon and jerk chicken bowl from this takeout-only spot, so everything was served in…read morea to-go container. It is definitely more of a grab-and-go place than a sit-down restaurant, but the food traveled well and made for a solid meal. The plantains were one of the highlights. They were sweet, soft, and cooked really nicely. The rice was pretty average and did not add much to the bowl, but the proteins helped make up for it. The salmon was cooked well and stayed moist, although it could have used a little more seasoning or sauce. The jerk chicken was excellent, with great flavor and a nice amount of seasoning. I also tried some of my friend's oxtail, and that was easily the standout. It was incredibly flavorful, tender, and something I would definitely order next time. Overall, this was a very good experience and a great option for takeout. I would come back, especially for the jerk chicken and oxtail.

It's been a few years since we were here, but I wanted to provide my thoughts, anyway. Although not…read moremy favorite cuisine, I do enjoy Filipino food. And, if I still lived in the area, would continue to visit from time to time. On our last visit, we had Chicken Lumpia, Grand Silog w/ Fried Chicken Silog and Bisteksilog, and Calamansi Juice. We also had a Kare-Kare Plate with Lechon Kawali / Crispy Pork Belly. As to the Lechon, this is kinda tricky, as I tend not to like pork belly unless it's crispy bacon. And this, I disliked less than most. The peanut sauce was pretty good, though I like most Thai peanut sauces better. It was served with a quantity of a kind of fish sauce. We were warned to use it "sparingly". I am glad we had the warning, because I have rarely had such an intense explosion of unpleasant flavor. Reminds me of the Icelandic rotten shark I tried a few years earlier. But if you're into that kind of thing.... And I ended with a Halo-Halo/Mixmix, a "Sweetened tropical fruit topped with shaved ice, milk, and ube Ice cream". I could go into some detail on this, but the tl;dr is that I will probably order this again, somewhere else. Next time, I would have tried the Turon (banana fritters).

Came here for some late breakfast. Some of the items I wanted were sold out so went for other…read moreitems. Service was slow but food came out fast. Will come again but will come earlier. Pork belly wasn't as crispy as I would like it or tender for not being crispy.