Soffra Grille for the win! The food, the atmosphere, the staff were all stellar. I literally…read morerolled out of there stuffed. The baklava for dessert was one of the best I've ever had. It was so flakey and not overly sweet. Amazing Yelp event and you can feel the energy as we all enjoyed out meal.

Thanks Paolo and Sofra Grill for the invitation. First off, I love an easy parking restaurant to…read moremake life so easy to get there with lots of available street parking. Staff are super friendly and made the experience so easy. The steak wrap was delicious with flavorful sauces. The meat was well cooked and love that the wrap is thinner which they make it nice and toasty on the outside. The fresh veggies and pickles inside the wrap give it a nice crunch. In addition, the portions are so generous. I would recommend to my friends to come here again on my own!

So lucky to have Mary V leading our NorthBay group... just back from another amazing event!…read more Special shout out to her intern Ruby... better hire or quickly or one of us will! Many thanks, Alan

Ordering: smooth process-after checking in for the event, we went ahead and scanned the QR code for…read morethe menu. For this you can directly order and no worries on the charge- so long as it's the one hotpot & one drink. Service: very attentive and kind throughout- when seated brought our water. All staff are wearing masks appropriately! (Not something I consistently see when out now) Hotpot: - I've always loved Tasty pot and happy to support their 7 year anniversary, this is a locale I haven't been to but have been to the one in Berkeley - flavor- for Taiwan stinky tofu and spicy pot the flavor is spot on. Feel to add extra add ons as needed to support the business - bathroom- the womens bathroom has a broken faucet but it was working just loose. - portions- the $20 pots tend to be larger but al come with water and it's great :) Now I'll be frequenting this spot when the craving hits for hotpot :) glad to have come around for this event

It's Sweet to be Elite!…read more I can see why these cookies are the best in the Bay Arrrrreeeeeeaaaaaa! I wish they would open a location in Marin. I was so happy to get into this perk, and make it a day in Fairfield. There are so many hidden gems on this side of 707. Brie was so friendly and knowledgeable with all the cookie flavors. There's ample street parking at this location. They also sell milk and water. Love all the flavors; my favorite was the dark chocolate walnut. Thank you Yelp + Butter Pecan Bakeshop for this decadent perk. Can't wait to see you in the Northbay on this side of the bridge! 'Til next time ~ cheers and see you on Yelp (SYOY)!

Thank you Butter Pecan Bakeshop, CM Mary V and Yelp for the awesome treats! I would have never…read moreknown about Butter Pecan Bakeshop if it wasn't for this event. They are located on the corner of Texas and Jackson Streets in downtown Fairfield. We were treated to 2 of their popular signature cookies (butter pecan and banana toffee) plus 3 order cookies of our choice. Each cookie is $4, but they are pretty decent sized and you can tell the cookies are freshly made with good quality ingredients. The employees were all very nice and knowledgeable of their offerings. The cookies all tested great, each with slightly crunchy edges and soft/chewy in the middle. I don't come to downtown Fairfield much, but I would come back to try more tasty cookies the next time I am in the area. Thanks again to Butter Pecan Bakeshop for the experience and the treats!

I was just at Whole Foods a few weeks ago and boy did they transform that space to make way for…read moreTaylor Lane (formerly known as Taylor Maid.) I was headed to work and running a bit late so I didn't have as much time to chat as I would have liked. (Namely I wonder what happened to the original café spot in Whole Foods? Will they simply be doing the smoothies now? Moving on. ) I took the barista's recommendation for a lavender latte to go along with the avocado toast. It was beautiful and crafted expertly but boy oh boy lavender lattes will never be repeated by me. Sooo not my thing. Hahha. I love the coffee and espresso by Taylor Lane so I'll just order differently next time. Speaking of NEXT TIME - I look forward to another avocado toast and plan to be enjoying that soon! I never really got into the trend of avocado toast but clearly I didn't know what I was missing. The bread was toasted perfectly - crisped on the edge but soft inside. The guacamole was creamy and flavorful and balanced perfectly with the lemon and sesame Adding to it all, micro basil and a drizzle of olive oil. HEAVEN. Great addition!!!

Stopped in today with a Yelp Party Pass for a morning treat. When I first walked into the Whole…read moreFoods store, I completely missed seeing the location of the coffee bar. It's not marked too well. By the time I toured the entire store and made my way back to where I started, there it was relocated next to the front door! I ordered the avocado toast which is served on a Red Bird Bakery thick slice of yummy wheat bread. The avocado spread was lemony and bright, topped with sesame seeds and sprouts. It was quite good. I ordered an Americano coffee drink, and there was really too much water mixed with the shot of espresso. The two gals that were serving were both very friendly and quick. It's a nice set up and they also have Red Bird pastries too! I really love this Whole Foods store and Taylor Lane is a great addition!

To start, thank you to our CM Katie for organizing another amazing Yelp Experience!…read more This is my second time coming here and it gave me confirmation entrees (we got the Lanzhou noodles this time) are HUGE. It was good enough to feed two people + some to-go. Broth is really clean and not too heavy. I wish the noodles were cut a little though because they're pretty long. We went during lunch so it wasn't very busy. Staff were very attentive bringing out refills of water and individual bowls to share. Dinner tends to be really packed. We also got an beef pancake roll which was really yummy. It was packed was packed with cilantro and other veggies which made it super refreshing Overall super great experience! And the Yelp Chopsticks are very cute!

TLDR: Delicious noodles, but I felt a bit uncomfortable! The customer service was nonexistent…read morehonestly and on top of that... there was a man (possibly the owner?) who was very blunt and judgemental. He didn't seem very happy to be a part of this event... 4/5 stars for the Lanzhou noodles! I really enjoy a clean clear beef broth, and this is a great option for it. The noodles were honestly too soft for me, but the noodles I got were the perfect shape. I definitely recommend the thin flat noodles. They give a big portion! You scan a QR code and order on the phone. There's complimentary tea given, but if you want water, you need to ask. After we finished our meal, I let a waitress know that I was there for the Yelp Elite event and she greeted me happily, then referred me to the other man (the owner or manager?). He bluntly says "you're supposed to let us know before you order" and I quickly apologized... When I was ready to pay (since we got an appetizer too), he brought the Square system with Apple Pay to our table. I nervously pay since he's staring us down and when I'm deciding to tip, I quickly type an amount and he suddenly gets VERY UPSET because of how much I tipped. No matter the amount I tip... a business owner should never chew out a customer for a VOLUNTARY tip... AT LEAST I TIPPED SOMETHING??? This was a bitter way to end my experience here....

My legs are currently dying as we speak... AHAHAHAHHAA…read more Had the opportunity to try out an orange theory class not knowing what to expect. It was not an easy class but our coach Krystina was fantastic. She held us all accountable and motivated throughout the hour class. We rotate between 3 different workouts with the water rowing machine being my favorite. The classroom was able to accommodate around 20+ ppl I want to say and it was enough room for all of us to move around. The machines and mats were clean and they provided sanitation wipes. Overall, such a great class and I would highly recommend to anyone looking to build a routine or just start off their fitness journey. Thank you Orange Fitness Team for this opportunity! And thank you Paolo for organizing this event and surprising us with a bunch of Yelp goodies and snacks! 10.27.2024 | Sunday @12pm

Big thanks to Paolo and Orange theory for this awesome Yelp event! And thank you Kristie L for…read moreinviting me to get my butt kicked by this high energy HIIT class We started off the session with signing up for a number rower or treadmill, which we would move clockwise to each correspondence number as the session progressed. Unfortunately there were not enough heart rate monitors for everyone in the class, i was hoping to get a more detailed look into Orangetheory's red orange zone and see how I did in the class There were three stations and our trainer guided us through each, helped motivate and push us to keep hitting our target. I enjoyed the music that was playing too. I liked that there was sanitizing wipes readily available for everyone to use after every round. After our class, Paolo had yummy treats and yelp swag for us!! Incredibly thankful.

What a sweet perk! Huge variety of topping from candies to cereal and everything in between…read more There's something for everyone. With so many flavors and toppings, who doesn't have an occasional craving for froyo. DIY froyo is simply the best. There's also vegan ice cream. Thank you to our NB CM Mary V. + Swirl for having this perk. It brought hubby and I out to San Anselmo on a date night. We used to pass this shopping center every time our kids played sports at the nearby field. So many great stores around here. I love this area of Marin, it's always sunny. Thanks for bringing back great memories. Will have to come out here more often, there's plenty of parking in the lot. 'Til next time ~ cheers & see you on Yelp (SYOY)!

Was happy for a chance to make it back to Swirl in San Anselmo! Thank you to Swirl and Mary V. for…read morethe opportunity! We haven't visited here in several years, as it's a few miles from home. Funny how easy it is to forget what lies a few short miles from our door! One employee was manning the store when we came in this Sunday, shortly after noon and found everything tidy. There were at least eight flavors to choose from, including the favorite "original tart." I tried the coffee gelato, strawberry and cheesecake. The coffee has an amazing depth of flavor and didn't taste like a kid's dessert so much as a rich treat. The cheesecake flavor definitely came through, but the strawberry tasted a little artificial. While most of their flavors are nonfat, I'm partial to fat - for better or worse! As a result, Swirl's froyo seems less creamy to me than other options. The topping choices were first rate. I loved that they offer compostable cups and spoons! It always makes me so happy when there are environmentally-conscious packaging. It did amuse me that there wasn't a compost bin separate from the trash bin.

Loved that this event provided us the flexibility to stop by anytime during the week within Jayna…read moreGyro's normal operating hours! Located within Public Market, parking is easily accessible through the free private lot across the street. Arriving on Friday, Public Market was exceptionally busy with a lot of people dining in, as well as coming and going. The employee behind the counter immediately knew about the Yelp event when brought up, and simply confirmed my name, took my order, and my food was ready in about 10mins. Service was very friendly, and I was even given a free Yelp keychain to boot! Ordered a beef and lamb gyro bowl, and the portion size was quite generous. The ingredients were fresh, and the food quite delicious. Also included was a small cup of hummus and a bite of baklava. Not a huge fan of baklava myself, but really enjoyed the delicious hummas to go with the included pita bread. Thank you Hailey and Jayna Gyro for organizing this yummy and generous event!

Enjoyed my Gyro, Hummus, and Baklava that I received from JAYNA Gyro today. The Beef and Lamb Gyro…read morehad a generous amount meat. The only thing lacking was it could use red onion for the crunch and refreshing flavor. But delicious nonetheless. The staff was friendly and the food was ready in no time. Thank you Jayna Gyro and Yelp for a nice and delicious event.

OMG what an amazing experience!…read more I took a longish break from the Elite life (a pandemic and a child can do this to you ;-)) but couldn't take missing out on those fantastic events any longer!!! So, I'm back and started my Elite Life 2.0 with a bang. I've been dabbling in Pilates and especially the reformer exercises for a while now and am still trying to find a studio/space/community that works for me. Guys, I might have found my place. The studio is so zen and beautifully done. Six reformers and a lot of weight training equipment. Right after entering the space, you feel calm and happy. The vibe is welcoming, the people super friendly and Nati is simply a gem. Being a bigger gal, I'm always a bit insecure when entering a new workout environment. Only when I left the studio, I realized that I felt comfortable the entire time before, during and after the workout. It really is a judgement free zone and Nati gives alternatives for the more challenging exercises, so everyone can do them. I chose the reformer only class to get into it, but I will definitely be back and try the reformer/strength training combination session as well to see which one is a better fit. Or keep mixing it up? I will find out. But one thing is sure, I will return and train with Nati and this great community. Thanks yelp for a great workout experience (and for the sweet swag)!

Man oh man i am out of shape! This was a great experience. My 1st introduction to yoga…read more Unfortunately there schedule doesn't fit my lifestyle. I would recommend this place over and over again!

Feb 2022 5/5 stars!…read more Journey to the Dumpling is the BEST restaurant in town to get your dumpling fix. Their xiao long bao (pork soup dumplings) are a best-seller for a reason. Juicy!!! Other than the XLB, they also have amazing wonton in chili oil (with house-made chili oil) har gow, and a variety of other dumplings. We got shen jian bao (pan fried buns) and chicken dumplings too. They even serve veggie dumplings and impossible dumplings! Ya gotta love vegetarian/vegan friendly restaurants! We also ordered their Peking spare ribs and got egg tarts for dessert. Their egg tarts are flaky and just oh so tasty I highly recommend this restaurant! You should come w/ more than 1 person so you can order more to share everything (family style). Some of my personal favorites that I didn't get this time: - garlic green beans - garlic noodles. The customer service here is always 10/10! The wait times can get long during peak dining hours, but you can try to join the waitlist on Yelp if it's available. Although Journey to the Dumpling is in Elk Grove, you cannot say you visited Sacramento if you haven't tried JTTD. If Elk Grove is a bit of a drive for you, get excited bc JTTD is opening a SECOND location in downtown Sacramento! Please support this small business.

Thank you to Yelp and the Staff from Journey to The Dumpling for this Elite Week Perk! There's a…read morereason this place has such a high star rating with so many reviews plus has a minimum wait time of 45 minutes for a table. Listen, the hype is so real. Journey to the Dumpling is H-E-double hockey sticks - A ..... GOOD, F-goooood! Asking myself, why haven't I tried this place sooner?! The elite perk hook up consists of so much food. A 3 pack sampler of any dumplings you want to try plusssss their pork dumplings! A total of 22 pieces? It's a lot of food. Thank you, thank you JTTD! The food was very tasty and I can't wait to share this experience with friends and family! Shoutout to Patrick for the stellar wait service, this Elite Perk was perfect! P.s. Checking in to this event was easy. Just give your name and they check you off the list.