Stopped in with a colleague during a business trip to the area based entirely on the fact that it was close to my hotel, appeared to have some decent looking BBQ and burger choices on the menu, and I could smell the smokey goodness from the parking lot. But how could I know that experience (and the service!! OMG the service!!!) was going to be so outstanding, that I would come back again the next evening to eat again?? The first night it was happy hour, with a spicy jalapeño mule, buffalo cauliflower, smoked Brussel sprouts, and a couple of beers. But the service was so attentive (almost too attentive) that we felt like we had to watch for gaps so we could take a bite or a sip in between folks checking in to see if we needed more food, more refills, or just a friendly hello! The next night was burgers, and brews, and bloody Marys - and again, the most amazing thoughtful, interactive and attentive service I have ever seen! And being a business owner, I can tell you that it's not enough to have a beautiful setting on the river with great views and a decent menu. Having servers, managers, bartenders (hell even the bussers had smiles and were polite and friendly) absolutely seals the deal. I really have no reason to go back to to El Dorado Hills in the near future other than work, but because of this single restaurant experience, I can tell you I am trying to find more reasons to return! read more

Blt (Dad)- 4 stars Cornbread skillet- 5 stars Skillet meatballs (M)- 4 stars Filet Mignon pasta (S)- 4 stars Drunken Brandy steak (Q) - 5 stars Kids grilled cheese- (S) - 5 stars Apple Berry crisp- 5 stars read more

I had such a positive experience the last time I visited, which is why I decided to come back. Unfortunately, this visit was a major disappointment. It seemed like our server, Morgan, was either very new or simply inattentive. Not only were parts of our order forgotten, but for most of our dining experience she was difficult to find. Our food took an unusually long time to arrive, our water was never refilled, and when the food finally came out, items were still missing. We also asked for additional condiments that never arrived. To make matters worse, the fries were old, hard, and cold. The most frustrating part was when the bill came out and several items were incorrect. When I brought it to her attention, her response was, "My bad, I was doing things so fast I forgot to ring it up correctly." Honestly, the extra charges could have easily gone toward a generous tip, but the overall experience fell short, and the sarcasm in her response was not appreciated. read more

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Sunday Brunch. They also offer full their menu. Sat on patio with our dog. Started with Hospital Bloody Maryfor partner and the Chili Cesspool Bloody for me. Made with house made bloody mix. Vey tasty. Enjoyes the faxt that the mix was not heavy and did not make you feel full half way through the cocktail. Being in healthcare I found it funny most of the brunch cocktails where medical/hospital themed. Bobby was our server and allowed us to enjouy the bloodys and outside ambience. No rush to order and get moving. I had avocado toast and partner had breakfast sandwich. Impressive take on the toast with pickled onions on rye bread. My only complaint was egg was slight more cooked than I would like. Over all good. Sandwich stuffed with egg, bacon, cheese, guacamole and has brown also on rye bread. The options on the brunch menu were very tempting. Certianly will revisit. read more

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Came here to celebrate my birthday, party of 6 with a reservation. Parking was horrendous, definitely plan to arrive early. After checking in, we were seated immediately. Our waiter was really nice, however I felt like service could use some improvement (and I'm saying this with consideration of how busy it was, esp on a Friday night). I just felt like it took forever for things to come out. We made it in time for happy hour and every appetizer we ordered-- we all enjoyed! I had the surf and turf entree & the steak and shrimp were delicious! However, the scallop was gamey and rubbery, not to my liking. I'd like to come back again, maybe during lunch or something. I think I just chose a bad timeframe to visit, but I did enjoy the experience! I wish they offered a complimentary dessert or something, but it's not a deal breaker. read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

Headed for the high mountains and low on calories so Yelp recommended this joint. Seated promptly in a booth and orders from The Local draft list. My bride had the tomato bisque and we split the Rueben sandwich... the former was creamy and loaded with toasted tomato flavor, and the latter had a nice toasted bread and briny meat. Lacked the punch of kraut, but the dressing was good... waffle fries were also tasty. Ambiance is moody southwest, service was great, and prices seemed in line with the area. read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - Rueben sandwich - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

We haven't been for a while and stopped in last night for dinner. There were no tables so we sat at the bar. We had great service from all the bartenders but especially Torrance. My husband said the Philly Cheesesteak, his go to, was the best he's had. My fitness special, the Paella, was amazing- I find it hard to believe it was only 450 calories with all that flavor! We had a really nice evening. read more

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This restaurant has it ALL - Amazing food,service and ambience.We booked reservations for a Saturday night and they put us in a cozy booth. Tyler was our server and he was awesome! We had Blackened Salmon, Crispy Airline Chicken, Hawaiian Spiced Ahi Tuna and also some crostini to soak up the delicious sauces. read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - Hawaiian Spiced Ahi Tuna - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

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January 7th lunch service the female waitress (long hair and very nice) was great. Attentive but not overbearing. Vs January 15 lunch service we had to wave down someone to take our order after sitting for 5-10 while staff vacuumed and cleared tables. Bartender took our order, other people delivered, one dude brought us water. Had no idea who our "server was" (maybe bartender?). Didn't feel stoked about that experience. Food: I had a chicken avocado Caesar on the 7th. Husband did chicken sando. He said the sando was ok. A little too big on the breast (maybe butterfly it and give just half?). My salad was good. Hard to judge lettuce with dressing. Dressing could have been a little less watery. Sushi roll was good/standard roll. Tried Reuben yesterday (forgot a photo). Meat isn't fatty which I appreciated. Maybe needs a tad more thousand island and sauerkraut? Just a smidge. But it got a thumbs up. read more

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A beautiful place with delicious food in a lovely location. The service was excellent. We had a wonderful waitress -- very friendly, warm, and genuinely pleasant. She was always attentive, smiling, and it was truly enjoyable interacting with her. This was a dinner with my husband, and overall we had a great experience. The only small note: if you prefer a quieter atmosphere, I would recommend asking for a table away from the bar area. We were seated near the bar, and it was quite lively -- loud music and conversations -- while we were hoping for a more intimate setting. Not a downside at all, just something to keep in mind depending on the kind of experience you're looking for. read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

Service is good, food taste and quality very standard, nice place and good vibes. Is always packed though... too crowded for my taste, but still good! read more

Cool place and good service. The brandy steak was very good. Party of four and all enjoyed their meals. I place high value on good service, and we definitely got that. Im terrible with names and sorry I cant recall our server. She was very pleasant and attentive though, and the cocktails were strong! What more do you need? read more

I visited this place two days in a row on a recent visit to EDH. The first time I sat at the bar where the service was super friendly and attentive. I was trying to watch the baseball game and they had a TV just above the bar to be able to do so. I wasn't starving so I got the cheesesteak sandwich which was super good. The bread was perfectly able to hold all the ingredients in and there was just the right amount of cheese. The next night I met some friends here and got the jambalaya pasta. It was well seasoned and a hit with everyone at the table. Other hits from that group included the blackberry margarita, the lazy river IPA, and the Barking Dog Cooler. Although I'd like to try more places while I'm here there is a high likelihood i'll be visiting again! read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - Cheese steak - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

5 stars! Had a reservation at 5:30 and was seated on time which is always a plus. They have a very diverse menu from fish, to sushi, to steak and pasta. We started with the brussel sprouts and the pork belly skewers. Both were delicious and loved the glaze on the pork belly. For entrees we go the filet mignon pasta (a hit), the fried chicken dish, and the brandy steak. Everything was very good and the steaks were cooked perfectly, which is usually hit or miss at some places. For dessert we got crème brûlée and the apple berry crisp. Service was great. Despite it being a bit loud in the restaurant, we were able to have good conversation. This is a given though when the restaurant is full! They also have a cute patio for the warmer months! Will definitely be back here! read more

The ambiance from when you walk in is amazing. The light fixtures and decor are really nice. I had the South Fork 75 and it was nice. I also got the Drunken Brandy steak which is marinated flank steak, mashed potatoes, broccolini and honey glazed carrots. This was so delicious and I was really happy with my meal. The service was outstanding. For dessert I had a creme Brule and it was also delicious. I have not had a ton of experiences lately where everything was done really well and this was refreshing. read more

Had a great brunch at South Fork this week on Sunday - Eggs Benedict with Lobster and it was delicious! Served slightly differently than other similar dishes in the past: the hollandaise had some dill which gave it a unique flavor and the lobster was breaded. The service was outstanding as the staff checked in with us multiple times, the restaurant was very laid back and nicely decorated for the holidays! Started eating before I took the picture (sorry) but that's how good it was! read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - Eggs Benedict with Lobster! - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

My wife and her friend went to South Fork on Mother's Day which is most likely the busiest day of the year. The hostess was lovely and they were seated immediately. Their Server "Money" was amazing as well! He was incredibly attentive although the restaurant was packed! Everything arrived quickly and the food was delicious - Money was a delight and made their experience even better! 5 stars for South Fork and Money - definitely will come again! read more

Lovely restaurant. We enjoyed the open seating at the bar. It was a lively atmosphere and we greatly appreciated the recommendations given. We highly recommend the cornbread skillet as an appetizer! The food was excellent, and the entire experience felt thoughtfully curated. From the ambiance to the service, everything exceeded expectations. read more

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Mothers Day was a bust. 1.5 hours to get the food and when it finally came, order was wrong. Fries were stale. Food was cold. Service slow to non existent. Second time. Manager comped "some" meals. Sorry. It doesn't make up for the experience. Never again. read more

What a charming place with great food! We were driving home from a weekend trip and stopped here for lunch. It's close to the freeway and nestled in a large strip mall with many other shops and restaurants. The only issue we had were some cold French fries. Sadly, our server never checked on us until our meal was done, so I just didn't each them. She immediately talked to her manager and made things right with a credit on our bill. I left pleased and willing to return the next time we are in the area. read more

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SFG was actually pretty tasty! The hubs and I recently moved to the area, so of course we're trying new things. This spot was actually quite tasty. The Caesar dressing was on the salty side but the steak pasta and brussel sprouts were so good. Ambiance was clean, chill, and relaxed. The service was spot on. We had the best server, who was seasoned, comfy, knew the menu, and had just the right check in-and-out timing. Will I be back? Yep! It's one of our new faves. But please lighten up on the salt on things :) read more

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This is a wonderful restaurant with a beautiful and elegant vibe and delicious food. The staff all felt very young but was also very courteous. They gave great recommendations and were extremely attentive. A well deserved 4 stars. It was a tiny dark for me but that's just me. It was located in a quaint down town area that my husband I thought would be a great area to book the hotel in and enjoy an evening here for dinner and walking and just enjoying. We left full and happy and a well deserved 30% tip. read more

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We've been coming here consistently for dinner and happy hours for the last year or so (thanks to Costco's killer gift card deal) and we finally had their brunch. Fantastic service from Bobby, the human equivalency of a double shot espresso. The cheesesteak eggs Benedict were perfectly jammy and the soft English muffin soaked up all the sauce. Delicious coffee, I had 4 cups and practically vibrated my way out the door. 10/10 no notes. P.S. Shout out to Jaqueline, our usual dinnertime server, who makes sure our glasses are never empty and provides endless mounds of smiles and maraschino cherries. read more

Everything here is great. The staff were all youthful and energetic and welcoming. The food was really yummy - especially my seafood dishes. I highly recommend the seared tuna. It wasn't overwhelming loud but had a fun atmosphere. Will be coming back. read more

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I ordered take out for my birthday this year and it was such a treat. Splurged on the Hawaiian ribeye and it was excellent. Worth every penny. The bok choy and mashed potatoes were the perfect compliment. The steak was grilled to perfection and nice and juicy. It was packed nicely. When I went inside to pick it up, it looked like a classy spot. There is a back door however, it enters right behind a larger table, so suggest entering the front door. A great place to go for a celebration. read more

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Honestly don't know what people rave about this place. Yes, some dishes sound good, drinks are fine- I mean, they have alcohol, how more do you need? Have been here a couple of times with other people. One time I had the scallops, and they were fine, just a couple of tiny pebbles that got me good on my molar. Last time I was there with a large group for brush, all the eggs benedict that were ordered came cooked to hell. Almost hard boiled. My dish was already disappointing enough having deep-fried lobster to add hard boiled eggs on top of that. Had to order a refrire that care slightly better. Want better lunch or dinner? Go to the Almighty bistro instead, or even Milestone. read more

The food here is overpriced slop. Went there today and got the scariest sushi roll ever and had to send it back because it tasted way too fishy and the tuna was literally grey. read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - Sushi Spicy Tuna Roll - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

We took a run over to El Dorado Hills to purchase something on marketplace. The girl we purchased from in EDH, Kathy, works here and recommended it. She ended up working shortly after we arrived, and came by to say hi. She was awesome. Thanks for the suggestion Kathy!! we walked in and we're still trying to decide if we wanted to eat there or across the street, which my husband mentioned to the two hostesses, they were very funny and sweet, and talk to us into staying. We sat at the bar, and it was a super fun vibe. The game was on, but it wasn't overly loud, just people chillin and chatting. Both bartenders were awesome, and made it fun to hang out there. We love a good bar! My husband had the Thai chicken salad, which was very hardy, almost all chicken, so he was super happy. I had the miso Seabass, it was cooked perfectly, and just the right portion size for one person. The miso glaze was delicious, and the rice was also exceptional, very soft and fluffy, but the bok choy was the only thing that left a little to be desired. I love bok choy, it was cooked perfectly, but it could've used a char and some seasoning. If you are looking to share, you may want to order an appetizer with your meal! We also had the popcorn shrimp which was served with a sweet chili sauce, on top of coleslaw. It was very tasty. Nice place to go hang out and have a drink, and a light meal. Everyone there was super nice and seemed to know each other at the bar. Definitely a local hangout! It feels like everybody that works there likes to be there as well, which always translates to a welcoming vibe for the customer. If they had Justin's, or Austin Hope wines it could be our favorite new hangout! Check it out! read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - Miso Seabass, not the best picture because I've already kind of attacked it, but so good! - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

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Food and service were both stellar! My partner has an allergy and our waitress Taryn made sure it was noted very explicitly on everything we ordered so we could share dishes without any concern. She also found out it was our anniversary through conversation and our dessert had Happy Anniversary written on it. It was a beautiful touch to make us feel welcome (not to mention delicious)! On our way out we also scoped out the outdoor patio. If we return when the weather is nice then we will definitely be requesting a table outdoors! read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - Sorbet - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

Wonderful experience, great food, service and ambience. Ahi special was outstanding, even the airline chicken was excellent.

We had a reservation for noon and were seated within 15 minutes. The server took the drink and food order, but after that everything went downhill. The drinks were late, but within reason. However, the server is just plain lost. We see him, but he does not come to our side. Now it is 1:15 and finally, I caught the server to check the status of food. Again, he is lost and I asked the hostess to get his attention. It seems he forgot to check the status of food. So he comes back with no firm status. Finally, the food comes and it is marginal at best. The fries are not fries, rather stale potato chips. He forgot some side orders. And of course at the time of finishing the payment, he comes with a cheerful smile. Not worth going back again. read more

When in El Dorado Hills...South Fork Grill! Great place with a huge bar, patio, and lots of indoor seating on a hot day! They have brunch that goes till 3pm on weekends and bottomless mimosas. Our server was very engaging and fun. I enjoyed the chichen avacado ceasar with pepitas. The Philly cheesesteak was killer! Cheesy, meaty, juicy and huge! ... and X golf a golf simulator bar is just down the street! read more

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We went to grab a bite after we had couples pedicures. It was mid afternoon on a Sunday and the restaurant was about half full Our waiter was awesome. The food delicious and the price point spot on in todays world. Will definitely go back! read more

We got a table overlooking the waterway, which provided for a beautiful view. So many delicious options on the menu plus a good variety to satisfy everyone's taste buds. We choose fish options, which were both very good. We'll definitely be back to try the others! read more

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Beautiful location (outdoor view on waterfront). Amazing service (thank you, Morgan!). Delicious food (Halibut was the best!). Cocktails were fantastic (blackberry Margaritas and Martinis). The restaurant inside is tastefully beautiful too with free parking (of course). Great menu and a wonderful Father's Day dinner with my favorite husband, son, and friends. Coming from Los Angeles and moving to Folsom was a big adventure and we are so happy to find a new restaurant that has a L.A. vibe with great service and equally delicious menu options from fish tacos to filets. (And, Marc Platt - you scored again!) read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - Blackberry Margarita! - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

We had another great meal with all the best service on Thanksgiving day. Tyler was our waiter - and he did a great job. Authentic, kind and fast! He took our app order and let us decide on our main without rush. We had great bourbon and the brussels are always the best. Tyler really did make our holiday and thanks for the extra hummus! read more

9/20/24 Friday Night family dinners Our family is always on the hunt for new places to dine at as we're still exploring what's available out here after moving here a few years ago. Read on Yelp that there was Happy Hour til 6. We arrived at 5:20pm and asked for a table for 4. We were not asked if we wanted to sit indoors or outdoors and were led to a booth table. Water in nice glass cups were provided quickly. The overall dining menu options and large spirit and cocktails options looked delicious. My youngest was given a kids menu (12 and under) but he passed on the options provided (he prefers to share off adult options) and was entertained with the activities on the 1 page kids menu. We asked if there was a Happy Hour Menu with one of the servers. The gentleman advised it's only for bar tables and outdoor seating and only available til 6. Wished we had known this before getting seated as we had over 30 minutes where this still applied. We decided to stay seated in the booth and order anyways as we were already comfy in the booth seating and hungry! We did notice all the small plates and utensils had watermarks and/or stains. We had to wipe down each product before use. Not sure if it's the nice color plates vs white but at an angle they were all very noticeable. -1 We ordered pork belly lettuce wraps and curry mussels to start. Both were yummy starters. We also ordered the avocado chicken ceasar salad to share as a family. Chicken and croutons came out warm. It was also great. My oldest son ordered the smash burger w/avocado for an added cost. He chose waffle fries vs side salad. He devoured it. Hubby ordered the miso black cod w/rice. He enjoyed it. I ordered the jambalaya as recommended by our waitress. It was on the salty side. It had a good Cajun flavor. Was bummed on this dish. We (I hate to share) ate the rigatoni noodles and shrimp but meats (sausage/chicken) were salty. For dessert, we chose the gold rush to share. Kids had root beer. Refilled once. I had 2 chili martinis - not spicy in anyway. Deliciously refreshing! I really liked a couple of things outside of the modern atmosphere. When you let the waitress/waiter know you are sharing a dish, they offer to portion split for you. My son and his dad shared the black cod dish, it came out in 2 servings. We did the same with the chicken salad, we didn't have to pass one serving to 4 people. They were great at taking plates as soon as you are done eating. Today's visit was a juggle between 3 and 4 so a 3.5/5 visit. We wanted to like this place! There is room for improvements by just asking or offering when available seating options or hey, happy hour is going on, if you're interested, it's only available xyz locations. My youngest son (9 going on 15) describes this place as fancier atmosphere and the food is fancy looking...so must come it's a price tag. Prices are a bit steeper than the average but can understand the swanky atmosphere. Corner location is great - looks like full bar was happening during Friday happy hour...may need to come back without kids to check that out! Parking is available in back, front, sides at town center. Wishing y'all happy eats! read more

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Amazing ambience, service, and food! I had the pork belly and jalapeño skewers with red curry macadamia rice. Super flavorful and yummy! I highly recommend this place. read more

South Fork Grille El Dorado Hills - Pork Belly and Jalapeño Skewers with red curry macadamia rice. - New American Near Me - El Dorado Hills, California

This place was recommended by one of our best friends, so decided to give this place a try for my husband's birthday brunch. I must say we were very delighted by our experience here and would highly recommend this place. We ordered beers and spicy Margarita for drinks, and for starters we ordered mussels in coconut sauce and crispy popcorn shrimps both were top notch and can't be missed. From the entree menu we ordered blackened salmon over sticky rice, Gallo pinto, and jambalaya. The gallo pinto was a bit dry and cud have done with some extra sauce and same was with the blackened salmon, while my friend really loved his order of jambalaya. For desserts we ordered some port wine and the chocolate ice cream mousse cake was really yummy and was a perfect wrap up. The service is great and attentive and the ambience is lovely for any meals you want to enjoy with your friends and family Tip: If you sign up for their VIP membership, they offer complimentary dessert for special occasions. read more

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Food, service, employees and environment is excellent! They have a great bar and happy hour. Very well run restaurant.