This is my new favorite breakfast place. The interior is…read morebig and bright, somewhat loud. Big TVs showed football, so if you want a quiet omelette, this isn't the place. The menu is large, with savory and sweet, and out server Eda was excellent and attentive. The table was set up with plenty of condiments and lots of half-and-half, which was was great. I usually have to ask for extra. I ordered coffee and freshly squeezed orange juice. When the juice arrived, a large glass, I almost downed it at once, it was soooo good. The place has a full bar, and they offer a tasting sampler of four spiked iced coffees - fun! One problem with the menu - the omelettes are all four egg! That's huge. I was afraid to order one, thinking that I'd waste half. I got the basic two eggs with sides (with "potatoe" written on the receipt, ha!) When it arrived, it was clearly more than two eggs, perfectly scrambled. The wife ordered avocado toast, which was a beautiful presentation. It was DIY, with unadorned toast, a little bowl full of avocado topping, additional sliced avocado, two sliced hard boiled eggs (the menu said it would be one - see a pattern here?) and crispy hash browns on the side, instead of fruit. Everything was delicious and well presented. I can't wait to try more dishes there, but come hungry!

The food in this place was very good. The hashbrowns tasted fresh, the eggs were done right, the…read morebacon was crispy as ordered. The service was prompt and very friendly. The place seems to be popular. It was very busy and crowded, and the tables are very close together. If noise is an issue, this is not a place to go. They have tv sets all over, which I personally find irritating, but that is a personal pet peeve of mine. The real issue for me was a large party that came in and sat next to us. They had a large dog with them, which apparently was allowed, and we were sitting indoors. I didn't see a service dog vest on the dog. If the dog wasn't in fact a service dog, this establishment broke a California health code. I hope I am mistaken. I love pets like anyone else, but I believe in limitations.

Beautiful restaurant with a really cute interior and lots of great photo opportunities. It's also…read moreright in downtown Pleasanton, so it's on a very cute main street that's nice to walk around. They had a lot of great drink options, and we tried quite a few. I can't remember all the names, but in the pictures I posted, the yellow drink was the sweetest and didn't really taste like alcohol, so that was our favorite. The espresso martini was great, and the lavender drink I got was really good too. Overall, though, we would all probably pick the yellow drink over the others. The food itself was incredible. I got the corn ravioli pasta, which was sweeter than I expected, but I should have guessed that from the ingredients. It was still delicious. The jambalaya was by far the best dish at the table, though. Absolutely incredible. The Chinese noodles also had an amazing presentation. I've never seen something like that before, and they tasted amazing too. The staff was really nice, and overall, this is a great place to stop by if you're downtown Pleasanton and want a nice dinner!

Returned after a few years as my friends wanted to try R&R. The service was much better. Our waiter…read morewas thoughtful and professional. We had a group of 7 people. Appreciated that our tables were cleared every time food or drinks arrived. Everyone orders separately so I will review the food I ordered. Oysters on the Half Shell: The oysters were fresh and so delicious. This appetizer came with 3 sauces. Loved the mignonette as it paired well with the sweetness of the oysters. Gem Salad: I didn't know they came in half servings. It was the perfect size for my me and my husband to share. Very good combo of ingredients. The only negative is that the avocado used was not ripe. Poke Tuna Tacos - Well seasoned. These were so good! I liked that they were the perfect size and the fried wonton remained crisp and still held its shape. I ordered the Hugo Spritz but asked for it less sweet. It was perfect!! Delicate yet still sweet.

This place is bomb. We got the onion rings, jalapeño poppers, the Yaassss Queen, and chicken parm…read moresandwiches. The sandwiches are HUGE and very filling, I could only eat half of mine. We will definitely be back!

They botched my wedding with a shotty catering job. They never responded to our calls when they…read morewere over two hours late to the ceremony didn't show up with half of the stuff we wanted. The food was subpar quality once actually delivered.. I wish I could say what they did well but they refused to even talk to us post incident even blocked the phone number which was incredibly childish and unprofessional.. We disputed it on our credit card and they tried to fight back, but the evidence was overwhelming and we won the dispute so that says it all about this restaurants service. Don't use them for catering.

We live in the neighborhood and love bringing family and friends to SideTrack - especially when the…read moresmoker is going! Do yourself a favor and try the off-menu tri-tip on the summer salad. SO good! And a special shoutout to Todd, the owner--the consummate host who always makes you feel welcome and well taken care of. One of our favorite neighborhood spots!

After 7 years, I figured it was finally time to update my review...and somehow, I love Sidetrack…read moreeven more than I did before! The staff is always friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere makes you feel right at home. They smoke different kinds of meat every Monday and Thursday, and it is ALWAYS cooked to perfection. Definitely worth stopping in for. A special shoutout to Luis, one of the bartenders, who always remembers your drink and genuinely makes you feel like part of the Sidetrack family. It's little things like that that keep you coming back. Sidetrack has truly become a staple of downtown Pleasanton, and I can't recommend it enough. Great food, great drinks, and even better people. If you haven't checked it out yet, you're missing out!

Went here for lunch and really enjoyed it! The food was great and the service was wonderful…read more Everyone was friendly and attentive. Definitely a place we'd come back to!

Great food (I was honestly skeptical for months and felt like I was probably going to just have to…read moreeat sausages). I tried it, I did eat sausages lol and they were the best sausages I ever had. We also ordered the chicken pot pie-- loved it! It hit the spot, a little hint of sweet on the bread filodough style rim with the salty center was lovely. My husband ordered the Schnitzel and they made it for us with chicken and it was amazing-- the kids devoured it too. We had this wine recommended by the staff called Nigl-- my new favorite!!!! Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by this place.

Oasis Grille & Wine Lounge has quickly become one of my favorite spots. I've visited several times,…read moreand each experience has been consistently excellent. I've tried a range of dishes -- the rack of lamb, lamb shank, chicken kabob, fresh bread with dipping sauce, and the unforgettable beef cigars. The beef cigars are a standout and something I now consider essential every visit. Although I don't typically order lamb, the rack of lamb on my first visit was exceptional. I returned with my husband and ordered the lamb shank, which was equally delicious. Even my husband, who is a very selective eater, enjoyed everything we tried. The restaurant is lively during dinner but surprisingly quiet at lunch, which makes me think more people need to discover how great the food is. The menu is well‑priced, and while the drinks lean toward the higher end, they're crafted well and worth it. Service has always been attentive, and the atmosphere is uniquely adaptable -- it feels like everyone settles into their own vibe and enjoys the space in their own way. Oasis is absolutely a place worth returning to.

We had a great experience here! I brought my family, and everyone really enjoyed their meal. The…read morefood and drinks were delicious, and the service was impressively fast from start to finish. I ordered the lamb chops with mashed potatoes, and they were full of flavor. The lamb was cooked well, the mashed potatoes were creamy, and the portion sizes were generous. It's always a bonus when you leave full and satisfied! Overall, this is a great spot if you're looking for tasty food, good drinks, quick service, and hearty portions. We'll definitely be back!

The Lazy Dog patio is always perfect for a nice warm summer day! This time it was a Sunday lunch so…read moreit was packed but we made a reservation on OpenTable and were seated within 10 mins of arriving. Bring a pooch and they are well taken care of with water bowls and treats! We didn't have one this time but it was still nice to watch and play with the other pooches there. Right now they have a fireside favorites menu -- $15 only for an entree and side and dessert! I got the burger (with veggie patty) with fries (elevated to truffle fries) and banana pudding. Everything was excellent! We also got the shrimp tacos which was pretty good -- not as good as at the local taqueria but still not bad. Will be back on the next warm and sunny afternoon for more fireside favorites!

I've been to a few other Lazy Dogs so I thought this one would match the customer service and…read moreexperience as the others. Wrong. We were told the wait would be 30 minutes. We ended up waiting a little over hour before being seated. No apologies were given or any new communication on the wait times. We got drinks right away but took a while to get our order. We asked multiple times for the dog menus and water bowls to be told that they ran out of menus and told us the two options. Water bowls were given towards the end of our lunch. We ordered nachos for the table as a starter but was served with the rest our food. When they came out with our food, it was three people yelling out our orders and would either hand it to someone at the table to hand it to another person on the other end of the table or slam it down on the table. Also, one server was only holding one plate and waited for my husband to get up, walk over, and get his food from him. Odd. Unprofessional. Unhospitable.

My wedding anniversary quickly approached and as usual, my wife and I will go out to eat at a…read morerestaurant. We really enjoy Main St. in Pleasanton and hadn't tried Elia yet so we decided to make a reservation and come here on a Monday evening. This restaurant is gorgeous! It's very charming yet fancy at the same time. When we arrived, we were seated immediately. To be fair, it was a slow Monday and there was plenty of seating. We opted to sit outside due to the nice weather. They brought us waters and bread to get started which I appreciated. For drinks, my wife went with the Cab and I chose an old fashioned. Both came out promptly. For appetizer's, keep in mind they're not very large portions and can take a bit to come out. I suggest 1 appetizer will be enough for two people. Order more than you think you need if you're hungry or it's a larger party. Since it was later in the day, we both chose salads for our entrees. They were delicious! You can tell the ingredients are fresh and of high quality. Our server and service was great- we were checked up on just enough but not too much. Our server was soft spoken, friendly and efficient. I always enjoy working with a server who is professional, courteous and not overly invasive. Not only do I plan on coming back, I'm going to be telling all my friends and family about Elia. Will definitely be doing a birthday or two here in the near future.

Came here for a work event. Service was very professional and generally prompt, though our main…read moredishes seemed a tad slower (perhaps to time our larger group together though). Tried a few Greek wines, and had the lobster pasta, with what I recall as bucatini (could be wrong). It was beautiful and delicious as expected. Popped out of the shell display and sliced it up for a wonderful dinner with coworkers. Colors reminiscent of Greek isles, with the blues and white, plus owls and eye painted decor. It felt casual but professional. Quieter on a Wednesday, but a nice stop for that Mediterranean fix with a bit of class. Enjoy.

This is my 3rd time coming here and I have to say each time I have a better and better experience…read more The staff is amazing very attentive. The orders are always right. The food is cooked to perfection. The presentation is outstanding. They have a wide variety of different plates so no matter what somebody in your group wants there will be something for them. Their signature drinks are to die for this time I had a peachy king and lemon drop. I wanted to order the hoppy hour but it was so popular that they were sold out. I've come during the week and on the weekend. It doesn't matter which time I've come it's been GREAT! Today I came on a Sunday and they actually have a Sunday brunch where they have a live DJ they play music. They have shots going around it's fun and if you're going out with the family like I did today, you can sit in the upper area that's away from everyone else having the brunch fun. It was still fine even though we brought the kids and sat in the upper area. We could still hear the music and enjoy ourselves. I would highly recommend this place. It's a shame that I live so far away in Tracy that I only get to come once in a while because if I lived closer, I would come every weekend.!!! The desserts are so good!!!

-Drinks review only!-…read more Friends and I were looking for a place to have a drink in the afternoon but before dinner and found Beer Baron! They had gone to their original location in Livermore in the past and were surprised to have found it moved. We had very friendly service and excellent cocktails. If you want to get a Boilermaker, they can get it for you (off of HH) - friend asked what types of whiskey they had and our server pulled out a whole BOOK! Cocktails were all tasty and quite complex. We all really enjoyed them: Brat summer, Frose (they only had one slushie ready - and it was boozy!), Peach Don't Kill My Vibe, and She's Gone Green. I like that they only had low ABV cocktails and mocktails, although your choices are limited to 1 in each category if you can't have grapefruit for medical reasons. We were tempted by the food but were still full from brunch - I have a feeling that we'll be back for those Duck Fat fries!

the ambiance and atmosphere was good. burata was good as well. crispy cauliflower was more on a…read morebitter and tighter (not much crunchy) side. shrimp skewers in Surf-n-Turf were spoiled (smelled and tested bad), it was replaced to a fresh ones once we let know about that. nothing was offered though as a complement for a bad food. service was not the best (server took the order first from the table that came after us).

This is a place that I would absolutely come to again. There's a variety of food options and if…read moreyou're unsure of what to get, your waiter will give you the best recommendations given your preferences. The mimosas are what really did it for me. These were some of the best mimosas I've ever had at an eatery and I've ordered quite a few over the years. The service of the tall gentleman with the beard (I wish I got his name but didn't) was absolutely superb. From recommending food options to ensuring we were well taken care, the service was fantastic. The overall aesthetic was easy on the eyes and tables weren't too close together. There was music that was loud enough to hear but not enough as to drown out conversations. Overall, this place was great!