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Located inside a hotel, the girls and I decided to catchup in the lounge area which had a cute and intimate ambiance. We sat at the bar high top seats, and opted for a few drinks and shared some bites. Service was quick in the beginning but a bit slower towards the end when we were checking out, but overall not an issue (we just had to call for our waitress a few times). The lounge/bar menu actually comes from their restaurant Broma which is located within the hotel - overall menu is small & bit limited in variety , but had a clear focus, mainly new American with some unique play on classics. Cocktail menu had a great variety of house cocktails along with wine/beer. Let's dig in: (1) Mushroom pot pie - this came out nice and hot, but unfortunately the flavor was too monotone and rich/heavy. I LOVE mushrooms and although there was great mushroom flavor - this def. needed something else to add bite and or make more dynamic. (2) Fried Artichokes - this was OK, lots of sauce and flavor but def. a bit too salty overall. Was only able to have a few bites. (3) Seasonal Salad - this was tasty and refreshing, the cheese and sauce added a nice richness and texture to the salad - along with the pomegranate seeds. (4) Croquettes - a bit disappointing; the inside was way too salty overall and the bed of veggies had a horrible mushy texture and seemed pretty unnecessary. (5) Tinned Octopus w/ bread - also just OK, can't really go wrong with tinned seafood but could have been spruced up a bit more with acid/herbs/etc. Seemed like they really just served what was in the tin and that was it. Also wished the bread was lightly toasted or warmed. (6) Cocktails: I had a Pisco Sour which was tasty with a nice egg white froth to it. My friend had the G&T, which was standard and very boozy although nothing unique. Also ended up trying their Ramos Fizz - although the cloud was just right, the flavors were odd and not to my taste. Overall - food all leaned a bit too salty and for the price there wasn't anything I found super memorable or would come back for. Drinks were fair, but also nothing amazing. Ultimately the food/drinks were very suited to a generic "hotel" style restaurant - and unfortunately just not a place I'd travel out for.
3.5 STARS Date; Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024 Time: around 5pm Party of: 2 Meal: Dinner *Chicken Croquetas: traditional spanish fritter, curtido and spanish ham ($17) *Cavatelli: handmade pasta, early summer vegetables, wild green garlic pesto, burrata, and spicy tru e honey ($37) *BASQUE CHEESECAKE: basque style cheesecake, compressed mango, passionfruit curd, graham cracker crumble ($12) *COFFEE MARTINI: wheatley vodka w/cocoa nib, st. george nola, california sherry, marcona almond orgeat, cold brew ($19) *SPARKLING: NV Bohigas, Cava, Brut Reserve, Catalunya, Spain ($15) A girlfriend and I were going to a concert at Shoreline. Since we were running early, we decided to park at the amphitheater and walk to grab some food. After some quick searching, we decided to take the 15 min walk to The Emerald Hour. This spot is basically the hotel lobby bar, so just walk to The Shashi Hotel entrance and you'll see a door that says The Emerald Hour / Broma Restaurant. My CC bill was charged to Broma, so I'm pretty sure Emerald is the bar area and Broma is the dining room. The bar menu seems to be a smaller version of the restaurant menu. Food and drink at Shoreline was going to be expensive, so this was comparable. The portions are small so good for variety and sharing. I wasn't super hungry, but I was thirsty, so I tried a cocktail. I'm more of a spirit forward girl, so this was a lil light for me. But nicely balanced for a cocktail in general. Second beverage was a glass of bubbles which was a healthy pour. Service was pretty good. I did have to ask for a few things a couple of times, but I'm not too strict and judgey about that. One thing to note, they do charge an automatic 20% gratuity. It doesn't look like it was subject to sales tax, so that was nice. Decent place to grab some food and drink before heading to Shoreline. Pricey, but there not much around that's walkable. REVIEW #3482
This is for Broma the restaurant. We had the best food and service. I want to give a special shout out to James, he was extremely funny and incredibly charismatic. I have to say, he was one of the best waiters I've ever experienced. I don't know how much y'all are paying him but he deserves a raise. Give him his raise! You made our night- Allie and Ivan.
Food was good. Service was below average. Venue was bad. The bar is the overflow when restaurant Bromo is full. Same Bromo restaurant menu, but in a bar setting. They'll serve you in the lobby too, with an industrial exposed concrete chic. I wasn't a fan. Lots of echo, lots of hotel foot traffic. // Appetizers + House bread and olive oil, $8. Unusually good bread, served with flaked salt. Carby goodness. + Olives. Salty goodness - Risotto with pinenuts. You can get it with truffles shavings on top, at $4/gram. Not sure exactly how much a gram of truffle shavings is, but it covered the little bowl of risotto. It was kind of tasteless. // Mains + Green Lentils and Spring Vegtables. Decent hunk of polenta, topped with nicely cooked veggies. The lentils were added as a second thought but weren't good as the veggies. + Salisbury Wagyu Burger. Yes, it was a burger. You could taste the Wagyu. And it had Salisbury meatloaf texture. Kind of strange combination. But what made it work was the gooey mushroom gravy and aoli. It was a messy meal, but worth the $22. // Service - Snobby. Wouldn't seat us despite empty tables. Had to sit in lobby. Where we underdressed? Service there was dismissive, and the guy look uninterested in talking us. - Knowledge. Couldn't answer our questions. Was fish sustainable? (It was not). We had to resort to yelp to get descriptions of items. - Accuracy. Ordered risotto with the truffle topping. It came out without truffles. I think it was intentional. I hate paying $20 tip for horrible service, but it was a date night and I didn't want to seem cheap. And I guess rude servers need to eat too.
Came here for the Janet concert. And tbh, I was a bit disappointed. First the +, service was quick. The ambiance was nice. Second, food was average. We order the some appetizers and a the Crazy thing is the 20% gratuity was already added regardless of the number in your party. But, their was a sentence on the menu that said they "would gladly removed the 20% gratuity... Seriously? Anyway would I come here again... not sure...
Cocktails were crafted deliciously and very potent. I think a lot of them are intended more for the sip and savor - take your time enjoy the conversations and live music. I drank mine a little too fast and hit me pretty good but no headache the next day. The servers were friendly - we sat in the lounge area next to the bar. I liked they gave us water without having to ask. The other stand out dish for me was the oyster Rockefeller. I've had many from different restaurants and I can say this was the most juicy and not overcooked/rubbery. The broth inside the shell was delectable too. I could have licked the shell clean. 5/5 drinks 4/5 for starters
I loved it friendly staff, really good desert . They have the best service and I just love it's location
Swanky place right by google offices. Beautiful setting with lots of indoor and outdoor options inside a hotel. Most entrees ~$30, with wine and cocktails to pair. THE FOOD: - Mushroom dip $14 Ok: liked the mushrooms, wasn't a fan of the toast / bread it was served with (was too sweet, and somewhere in between toasted bread, crouton and bread) - Trout $28 MEH: interior was still somewhat raw, and the veggies were overpowered by garlic IMO - Berries (side): some moldy berries were served :( - Tea: asked for mint tea (I can't have caffeine) and was served sencha OVERALL: good for drinks, maybe some appetizers but disappointed by the food. Service was okay, seemed like they're still working kinks out
The seasonal pumpkin spice cocktail was worth the wait! Light pumpkin spice was well-balanced within the cocktail. Highly recommend even if you're not a regular pumpkin spice drinker like me. Service was attentive and kind. Ambiance is classy and well maintained; great aesthetic. Cheers!
What a beautiful bar! Visited while staying as a guest at the hotel. We decided to stop by after having dinner and we were not disappointed. This full bar has a small but beautifully curated cocktail menu. Not to mention the bar itself is very aesthetically pleasing. It is situated right next to the pool and has a beautiful seating area with a fire pit. The drinks were a little pricey but very strong. The bartender was cool and very flexible and was open to making some adjustments to the cocktail to suit my tastebuds. I only wish we hadn't had dinner before we visited so that we could have tried something from the menu! Would definitely return again!!
This place has one sexy restroom that deserve a review of its own. But I won't let my obsession with bathrooms distract focusing on what you came here for. First of all the atmosphere is amazing. We got lucky and scored a table by the fire place, which gave this ultra modern spot a bit of romantic flair. Their art lead to quite an entertaining conversation. I fell in love with their pig painting. Overall vibe very relaxing and comfortable. Their cocktails were tasty although not very strong. I liked that they could also make you pretty much whatever you wanted if you didn't care for their specialty drinks. The food was great. The sausage stuffed octopus (which I think is no longer on the menu) was fantastic. But their Branzino. OMFG, that fish was superb. I hate it when people try to mask poor quality seafood with seasoning. Here, the just added a few light complimentary aromatics and let the fish shine. Truly master piece. We will definitely be back again!
Tucked away bar/restaurant inside a resort nestled in the kiddie corner of Google. Who would had known. Dropped our son off to grab a drink and snack. Read about this quaint place and we came from a drink but over welcomed our stay. Lol. Time passes by when you are having such a fantastic time. I ordered the Paloma, anything with a hint of ginger, I'm all in! Bae had his classic old fashion. Victor was the bar manager who hosted us. The drinks were potent as can be. Sip sip savor savor. Shishito peppers to compliment my drink. We also ran into our son's classmate parents too so we shared the bar and talked and talked and talked. The croquetas turmeric and the octopus were phenomenal.
Nice cocktail bar inside Shashi hotel. I stayed here for a business trip and decided to redeem the $20 coupon I got for a cocktail. Cocktails here are $19-22 so you'll likely pay $8-10 out of pocket anyway so the coupon is fairly useless. It's just how they charge a premium for nice hotels. I got the Smarter Than Your Average Pear which was pretty delicious - a bit sweet yet strong. It's pisco based and I haven't had a pisco cocktail that is not a pisco sour, so this was a nice change of things. They also tack on a 20% service charge which I'm never a fan of unless they provide outstanding service, which they didn't. They refilled water a few times but not consistent enough to justify this service charge, which is why I took a star off read more
1 year ago
The restaurant is located on the ground floor of a hotel. The atmosphere was pleasant, with tasteful decor and warm lighting. We visited late on a Friday night, and the service was still very attentive. Our waiter was kind and patient. The food was beautifully presented and thoughtfully prepared. We ordered the Oxtail with Clams and the Hamachi Crudo. The oxtail soup was a bit salty and oily for my taste, but the bread topping was aromatic and delightfully crispy. The Hamachi Crudo was fresh and came with a unique bubble sauce that added a fun and flavorful touch. read more
1 year ago
Place is located inside of the hotel. Plenty of street parking and they also have a parking garage. Place looked clean and very minimalist which was a plus. The service was good. Our server was very friendly and attentive. As for the food, it was just okay. Honestly, not worth the price in my opinion. We ordered the Cavatelli Pasta ($37), Sobrasada ($20), Chicken Croquetas ($17), and Pan con Tomate ($12). Everything was decent, but definitely overpriced for what you get. I ordered a Coffee Martini which was $19. It was strong, but honestly, nothing special. I'd say this is a one time visit kind of place for me. read more
Located inside a hotel, the girls and I decided to catchup in the lounge area which had a cute and intimate ambiance. We sat at the bar high top seats, and opted for a few drinks and shared some bites. Service was quick in the beginning but a bit slower towards the end when we were checking out, but overall not an issue (we just had to call for our waitress a few times). The lounge/bar menu actually comes from their restaurant Broma which is located within the hotel - overall menu is small & bit limited in variety , but had a clear focus, mainly new American with some unique play on classics. Cocktail menu had a great variety of house cocktails along with wine/beer. Let's dig in: (1) Mushroom pot pie - this came out nice and hot, but unfortunately the flavor was too monotone and rich/heavy. I LOVE mushrooms and although there was great mushroom flavor - this def. needed something else to add bite and or make more dynamic. (2) Fried Artichokes - this was OK, lots of sauce and flavor but def. a bit too salty overall. Was only able to have a few bites. (3) Seasonal Salad - this was tasty and refreshing, the cheese and sauce added a nice richness and texture to the salad - along with the pomegranate seeds. (4) Croquettes - a bit disappointing; the inside was way too salty overall and the bed of veggies had a horrible mushy texture and seemed pretty unnecessary. (5) Tinned Octopus w/ bread - also just OK, can't really go wrong with tinned seafood but could have been spruced up a bit more with acid/herbs/etc. Seemed like they really just served what was in the tin and that was it. Also wished the bread was lightly toasted or warmed. (6) Cocktails: I had a Pisco Sour which was tasty with a nice egg white froth to it. My friend had the G&T, which was standard and very boozy although nothing unique. Also ended up trying their Ramos Fizz - although the cloud was just right, the flavors were odd and not to my taste. Overall - food all leaned a bit too salty and for the price there wasn't anything I found super memorable or would come back for. Drinks were fair, but also nothing amazing. Ultimately the food/drinks were very suited to a generic "hotel" style restaurant - and unfortunately just not a place I'd travel out for. read more
5 months ago
3.5 STARS Date; Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024 Time: around 5pm Party of: 2 Meal: Dinner *Chicken Croquetas: traditional spanish fritter, curtido and spanish ham ($17) *Cavatelli: handmade pasta, early summer vegetables, wild green garlic pesto, burrata, and spicy tru e honey ($37) *BASQUE CHEESECAKE: basque style cheesecake, compressed mango, passionfruit curd, graham cracker crumble ($12) *COFFEE MARTINI: wheatley vodka w/cocoa nib, st. george nola, california sherry, marcona almond orgeat, cold brew ($19) *SPARKLING: NV Bohigas, Cava, Brut Reserve, Catalunya, Spain ($15) A girlfriend and I were going to a concert at Shoreline. Since we were running early, we decided to park at the amphitheater and walk to grab some food. After some quick searching, we decided to take the 15 min walk to The Emerald Hour. This spot is basically the hotel lobby bar, so just walk to The Shashi Hotel entrance and you'll see a door that says The Emerald Hour / Broma Restaurant. My CC bill was charged to Broma, so I'm pretty sure Emerald is the bar area and Broma is the dining room. The bar menu seems to be a smaller version of the restaurant menu. Food and drink at Shoreline was going to be expensive, so this was comparable. The portions are small so good for variety and sharing. I wasn't super hungry, but I was thirsty, so I tried a cocktail. I'm more of a spirit forward girl, so this was a lil light for me. But nicely balanced for a cocktail in general. Second beverage was a glass of bubbles which was a healthy pour. Service was pretty good. I did have to ask for a few things a couple of times, but I'm not too strict and judgey about that. One thing to note, they do charge an automatic 20% gratuity. It doesn't look like it was subject to sales tax, so that was nice. Decent place to grab some food and drink before heading to Shoreline. Pricey, but there not much around that's walkable. REVIEW #3482 read more
6 months ago
This is for Broma the restaurant. We had the best food and service. I want to give a special shout out to James, he was extremely funny and incredibly charismatic. I have to say, he was one of the best waiters I've ever experienced. I don't know how much y'all are paying him but he deserves a raise. Give him his raise! You made our night- Allie and Ivan. read more
5 months ago
4 years ago
Food was good. Service was below average. Venue was bad. The bar is the overflow when restaurant Bromo is full. Same Bromo restaurant menu, but in a bar setting. They'll serve you in the lobby too, with an industrial exposed concrete chic. I wasn't a fan. Lots of echo, lots of hotel foot traffic. // Appetizers + House bread and olive oil, $8. Unusually good bread, served with flaked salt. Carby goodness. + Olives. Salty goodness - Risotto with pinenuts. You can get it with truffles shavings on top, at $4/gram. Not sure exactly how much a gram of truffle shavings is, but it covered the little bowl of risotto. It was kind of tasteless. // Mains + Green Lentils and Spring Vegtables. Decent hunk of polenta, topped with nicely cooked veggies. The lentils were added as a second thought but weren't good as the veggies. + Salisbury Wagyu Burger. Yes, it was a burger. You could taste the Wagyu. And it had Salisbury meatloaf texture. Kind of strange combination. But what made it work was the gooey mushroom gravy and aoli. It was a messy meal, but worth the $22. // Service - Snobby. Wouldn't seat us despite empty tables. Had to sit in lobby. Where we underdressed? Service there was dismissive, and the guy look uninterested in talking us. - Knowledge. Couldn't answer our questions. Was fish sustainable? (It was not). We had to resort to yelp to get descriptions of items. - Accuracy. Ordered risotto with the truffle topping. It came out without truffles. I think it was intentional. I hate paying $20 tip for horrible service, but it was a date night and I didn't want to seem cheap. And I guess rude servers need to eat too. read more
Came here for the Janet concert. And tbh, I was a bit disappointed. First the +, service was quick. The ambiance was nice. Second, food was average. We order the some appetizers and a the Crazy thing is the 20% gratuity was already added regardless of the number in your party. But, their was a sentence on the menu that said they "would gladly removed the 20% gratuity... Seriously? Anyway would I come here again... not sure... read more
2 years ago
Cocktails were crafted deliciously and very potent. I think a lot of them are intended more for the sip and savor - take your time enjoy the conversations and live music. I drank mine a little too fast and hit me pretty good but no headache the next day. The servers were friendly - we sat in the lounge area next to the bar. I liked they gave us water without having to ask. The other stand out dish for me was the oyster Rockefeller. I've had many from different restaurants and I can say this was the most juicy and not overcooked/rubbery. The broth inside the shell was delectable too. I could have licked the shell clean. 5/5 drinks 4/5 for starters read more
2 years ago
I loved it friendly staff, really good desert . They have the best service and I just love it's location read more
4 years ago
Swanky place right by google offices. Beautiful setting with lots of indoor and outdoor options inside a hotel. Most entrees ~$30, with wine and cocktails to pair. THE FOOD: - Mushroom dip $14 Ok: liked the mushrooms, wasn't a fan of the toast / bread it was served with (was too sweet, and somewhere in between toasted bread, crouton and bread) - Trout $28 MEH: interior was still somewhat raw, and the veggies were overpowered by garlic IMO - Berries (side): some moldy berries were served :( - Tea: asked for mint tea (I can't have caffeine) and was served sencha OVERALL: good for drinks, maybe some appetizers but disappointed by the food. Service was okay, seemed like they're still working kinks out read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
The seasonal pumpkin spice cocktail was worth the wait! Light pumpkin spice was well-balanced within the cocktail. Highly recommend even if you're not a regular pumpkin spice drinker like me. Service was attentive and kind. Ambiance is classy and well maintained; great aesthetic. Cheers! read more
4 years ago
What a beautiful bar! Visited while staying as a guest at the hotel. We decided to stop by after having dinner and we were not disappointed. This full bar has a small but beautifully curated cocktail menu. Not to mention the bar itself is very aesthetically pleasing. It is situated right next to the pool and has a beautiful seating area with a fire pit. The drinks were a little pricey but very strong. The bartender was cool and very flexible and was open to making some adjustments to the cocktail to suit my tastebuds. I only wish we hadn't had dinner before we visited so that we could have tried something from the menu! Would definitely return again!! read more
This place has one sexy restroom that deserve a review of its own. But I won't let my obsession with bathrooms distract focusing on what you came here for. First of all the atmosphere is amazing. We got lucky and scored a table by the fire place, which gave this ultra modern spot a bit of romantic flair. Their art lead to quite an entertaining conversation. I fell in love with their pig painting. Overall vibe very relaxing and comfortable. Their cocktails were tasty although not very strong. I liked that they could also make you pretty much whatever you wanted if you didn't care for their specialty drinks. The food was great. The sausage stuffed octopus (which I think is no longer on the menu) was fantastic. But their Branzino. OMFG, that fish was superb. I hate it when people try to mask poor quality seafood with seasoning. Here, the just added a few light complimentary aromatics and let the fish shine. Truly master piece. We will definitely be back again! read more
3 years ago
Tucked away bar/restaurant inside a resort nestled in the kiddie corner of Google. Who would had known. Dropped our son off to grab a drink and snack. Read about this quaint place and we came from a drink but over welcomed our stay. Lol. Time passes by when you are having such a fantastic time. I ordered the Paloma, anything with a hint of ginger, I'm all in! Bae had his classic old fashion. Victor was the bar manager who hosted us. The drinks were potent as can be. Sip sip savor savor. Shishito peppers to compliment my drink. We also ran into our son's classmate parents too so we shared the bar and talked and talked and talked. The croquetas turmeric and the octopus were phenomenal. read more
Came here with a couple friends for happy hour, we were seated outside near the pool. I asked for a cocktail recommendation, with my preference of sweet and fruity. The server suggested the Jimbo Sour, and it didn't disappoint! I wouldn't have selected that just based on the description but it was quite tasty. We also tried the calamari, lamb meatballs, and fingerling potatoes. All the dishes were tasty, my favorite was the lamb meatballs. The place is definitely pricey, due to its proximity to Google I'm sure. It also doesn't offer happy hour pricing so it will be relatively more expensive than other places. I do like the food and atmosphere, just set your expectations appropriately and you'll enjoy it. read more
Came by for dinner the other night and it was a tasty experience. Parking was plentiful on the street. The Emerald Hour is located inside Hotel AND. Had a reservation and our table was ready upon arrival. The ambiance of the restaurant was fantastic. Very modern and relatively minimalist. The kitchen was open and the kitchen staff were all wearing gloves. All of the staff members were wearing masks. Our waitress was friendly although it was almost a little too much...kind of somewhat interrupted the conversation throughout the evening... Started off with the ensalada de vernao and was a very fresh and light salad with a hint of goat cheese! Moved on to the veal sweetbreads and it was fantastic! Perfectly cooked and the textures and flavors were fantastic! The prime bavette steak was great. Requested medium rare and it came out towards a medium. The marbling on the prime grade beef was great and the seasoning was on point! Portion size was perfect! The side of potatoes were decent. The crema catalana and peach crisp desserts were great. Very fresh and most importantly not too sweet! I think this restaurant does have potential...just need to further refine the service at the ground level and this may be a Michelin star contender! ~$80/head after tax and gratuity for dinner. read more
5 years ago
COVID-19 OUTDOOR DINING DAYAM Mountain View....look at chu, getting all hip and faaanccccy. And, I'm here for it! Hotel AND, a new urban resort hotel (next to Googleplex) is running a grand opening promo so decided to take advantage of it and have a staycation over the weekend. It also gave me the perfect excuse to check out The Emerald Hour located inside Hotel AND. They're a cocktail bar and restaurant serving California cuisine helmed by a Michael Mina, Plumed Horse, and Chez TJ alum. They're open for takeout, indoor dining, and outdoor dining (dog-friendly). I made reservations for an early dinner at 4:30 pm but arrived 15 minutes early. We were promptly seated in a quiet corner table in the outdoor patio. No heat lamps. COVID safety precautions taken - staff wore masks properly and there were single-use menus. Not all tables were socially distant but customers were well-spaced out and not seated next to each other. As a new cocktail bar and restaurant, they have potential to be 5 stars down the line. TL;DR: Solid craft cocktails. Food was good but no standout dish. Great swanky ambiance; outdoor seating with poolside view. 4% wellness charge. D R I N K S * Vesper ($12): https://bit.ly/3wtP80T * Jimbo's Sour w/ st. george terroir, strawberry, vanilla, egg white ($14) * Fortaleza Blanco, on the rocks ($16): https://bit.ly/2QJPIII Solid craft cocktails served in beautiful glassware with intricate designs. You won't be disappointed with the cocktails here. F O O D * Blistered Country Bread w/ calabrian chile, butter, citrus ($8): https://bit.ly/3wscbcy The bread is served already dressed in a little baggie. I liked the warm crusty bread but the spread was too salty and sour. * Halibut Crudo w/ kombu, avocado, serrano, cilantro ($18): https://bit.ly/2T5RODy Fresh halibut with a pop of umami and heat from the kombu and serrano chili. * Veal Sweetbreads w/ iberico chorizo, medjool date, pine nut ($18): https://bit.ly/2T5RODy Tender and deliciousy creamy sweetbreads. I enjoyed the salty and sweet combo from the iberico chorizo and dates. * Wagyu Cheeseburger w/ cheddar, bibb, red onion, aoili, tomato, pickles ($18): https://bit.ly/3fKotWS ***Requested medium rare. Great presentation and you can tell it's made with high-quality ingredients but the burger was just ok. Was hoping for it to be juicier. * Prime Bavette Steak w/ bagna càuda, potato, frisee ensalada ($36): https://bit.ly/3vguZvl ***Requested rare. Steak was soft, tender, and beefy. The potatoes with bagna càuda...salty, umami-rich fish funk. If you like anchovies or big bold flavors, this will be your jam. * Alentejo w/ pork cheek, clams, cabbage, potato ($24): https://bit.ly/2SqgQwL A Portuguese stew with fresh clams and chunks of decently tender pork cheek (mouthfeel was more like pork shoulder) in a savory garlicky broth. It was served with a side of country bread with a spread. * Valrhona Manjari Mousse w/ crunchy things ($8): https://bit.ly/2SjPLLO Love the presentation with the negative space. The dark chocolate mousse was smooth and chocolatey with a touch of savory from the flecks of salt. I'm all about texture contrasts so I enjoyed the tiny crunchy balls. * Farmer's Market Berry Crisp w/ vanilla ice cream ($12): https://bit.ly/2SjPLLO Served hot, the berry component was really tart and liquidy so the crumble was soggy. S E R V I C E I was happy to see a familiar face from The Clement - Cynthia was our main server and she has always provided exemplary service when she worked there. The Emerald Hour is VERY lucky to have her. =) They're brand new so this just feedback. I think the bar may be understaffed because the first round of drinks took nearly 25 minutes. To start, we ordered two apps and two entrees to share. I was surprised that our meal wasn't coursed out and all 4 dishes arrived at once. It was a struggle to fit everything on our small table. Also, we were rushing to eat both the apps and entrees so they wouldn't get cold. A M B I A N C E Swaaaanky! The indoor dining room is hip yet romantic. The sliding doors are wide open, leading to the outdoor patio overlooking the pool area with a fire pit. The bar is outdoors at the other end. Reminds me of Oak + Violet in Menlo Park. P A R K I N G Easy street parking. There's also a garage across from the hotel lobby. Overall, solid cocktails and great ambiance. Other than Fairchilds, there aren't many trendy places like this in MV. Def worth stopping by to get your fancy drank on if you're in the area or staying in Hotel AND! read more
Ooh, la. la. Opened just yesterday, the Emerald Hour is sparkling brand new and it IS lit! The food and drinks are bomb, along with the excellent service and modern surroundings. It's a perfect addition to Mountain View! The Mt. Tam & Fig Melt is simply amazing!! It's made with a buttered seeded bread (from Midwife, no less) filled with a generous amount of slightly warm and oozing Mt. Tam cheese. This is quality stuff. There's also an olive tapenade on the side, which when mixed in, gives the melt a slightly sweet and salty taste. This is to-die-for, and I don't say this lightly. It's probably one of the best melts in the entire Bay Area. Seriously. Easily a 5/5. I literally wanted to try half the menu! There are so many tempting items, like a whole stripped bass and sweetbreads. Not surprising, since chef Jarad Gallagher from popular Chez TJ, a Michelin-starred restaurant is now at the helm. Cocktails are definitely a thing here! Since it's only Tuesday and going to be a long night for me, I grabbed a Coconut "Rum" and Rhubarb Punch, a beautifully presented and thirst-quenching mocktail. They've got a very impressive cocktail menu, so be sure to arrive thirsty and you'll leave happy! Service is spot on, which is impressive for a brand spanking new establishment. Everyone is very professional and already well trained. Choose from indoor or outdoor seating with a view of the pool. You can't go wrong either way. Definitely grab a drink and enjoy some awesome food here at my new favorite spot in Mountain View!! TIP: Find this located inside the Hotel AND. Shared parking. read more
Inside the new AND hotel located by the Googleplex in Mountain View is the Emerald Hour, a poolside cocktail bar and restaurant with a bit of personality. The setting was high-end and elegant but there were surrealist paintings hung on the wall featuring subjects like hiking geese, robots in an autumn forest, and a pig diving into a swimming hole. The service was super friendly, and the menu featured beautifully plated Californian dishes with flavors from all over the globe! We started our meal with the Blistered Country Bread, served with a creamy red Calabrian chile butter that was sweet, spicy, and salty all at the same time. Another great small plate was the Calamari & Poblano Country Sausage, a beautifully plated dish made of calamari stuffed with sausage, sliced into six pieces, and served with charred lemon and scallion aioli. My favorite dish of the meal (though not by far) was the Mt. Tam & Fig Melt sandwich, which was built on two thick slices of a seeded country loaf sandwiching a generous amount of triple cream Mt. Tam cheese, and served with a fig and olive tapenade on the side. The Mt. Tam cheese paired so nicely with the sweet and salty tapenade, and the soft bread balanced out the creamy, decadent cheese with a nice earthiness. And then came our entrees! The off-menu daily special was a pasta dish made of noodles in a light yet creamy beurre blanc sauce, and topped off with scallions, onions, chives, lion's mane mushrooms, and finished off with black truffles. We also had the Alentejo, a stew made with pork cheek, clams, kimchi, sliced potato, spinach, and garnished with plenty of herbs. The dish was served with two slices of toasted bread brushed with a paste made of some of the same vegetables that went into the stew. The soft, tender pork cheek, the clams, and the fermented flavor of the kimchi broth all came together nicely to make a delicious, creative dish--definitely another highlight from the menu! Overall, the food here was surprisingly good for a restaurant known primarily for its cocktails, and everything came at reasonable prices too! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
This place is inside a hotel and the food portion is more like full meal not tarpans style. It's pricey though. A 20% gratitude also automatically add on the bill. read more
Amazing chocolate mousse cake dessert for $12. Would definitely come back for this. Good texture mousse with a nice KitKat-like crust, some malt, light cream. Tequila and mezcal old fashion with chocolate mole bitters was good, but a bit pricey for $19. Couldn't really taste the mezcal smokeyness. I think this can be had for cheaper elsewhere. Pumpkin spice gin fizz was $20. I thought it lacked a bit of flavor but my girlfriend really liked it. Note it takes a little while to make (but it was forewarned on the menu). Note that a 20% gratuity is automatically added to the bill. I do appreciate that this is called out multiple times on the menu and is explained that you are free to speak to the server to adjust it. However, I don't necessarily agree with a blanket 20% gratuity being applied to all bills by default. The service was at the level I would expect from any restaurant and was not bad, but I would not call it exceptional. A cool place to grab drinks with friends, nice ambience, not too loud. Would absolutely return for dessert! read more
4 years ago
The cod was superb. The truffle combined wonderfully with the fish. The squash rounded out the intensity and was visually stunning. The octopus was solid. The romesco sauce had depth and was the perfect support for the octopus. The wagyu cheeseburger lived up to the wagyu hype. Succulent, juicy, and rich in beef flavor. A very good burger with no gimmicks. read more
4 years ago
Good food, good drinks. I came here with a friend to celebrate my birthday. It is near Google, so I'm assuming it can get busy. When I arrived around 5:15pm, there were lots of empty tables and I found street parking right in front. Very cozy seating. It looks like they also have patio seating, but we sat inside. We ordered drinks and loaded up on appetizers so that we could try more items. The croquetas were delicious. Highly recommend the orange creamsicle fizz if you like gin fizz/egg white type drinks. Service was good and our waiter checked on us throughout our meal. It can be an intimate setting or casual setting. I am looking forward to coming back. read more
3 years ago
I chose The Emerald Hour for its poolside ambiance and extensive mocktail menu. It was a Saturday evening, and our party of 6 was seated right away at a hightop table near the bar. It took me a minute to figure out where the mocktails were, until I realized many of the cocktails could be made zero proof - love that! I chose the Not Another Tiki Cocktail and my friends got the Paloma. Both were delicious, but the Not Another Tiki Cocktail was just fantastic - fruity and refreshing, not too sweet. We also ordered a bunch of starters to share - the Galician Octopus (so tasty, great texture), Steak Tartare (my favorite, so unique and flavorful), Papas Arrugadas (pretty good, filling), Croquetas de Pollo (didn't try this one), and Shrimp Picante (probably the least impressive of the bunch but still tasty). Our server Jorge was helpful and attentive, and service was quick until our last round of drinks. We ordered the Coffee Martini (mocktail) to end the evening, which took a strangely long time to come out. However, it was delicious. My main issue with The Emerald Hour was that they charged full cocktail price for our zero proof drinks. I've never paid $18 for a drink with no alcohol, so the bill really caught us by surprise. Other than that, a lovely place! read more
3 years ago
I'm a Mtn. View local and a regular guest at T.E.H. I look forward to The Emerald Hour environment right after work on a Friday. It was 4pm and I loved having the bar to myself to read and relax. Anton (the mixologist) made me feel right at home. The Hendricks G&T with a lime wedge is simple and delicious. It's not on the menu but Anton agreed, just a few good ingredients is all that's needed for a delicious late afternoon libation. I highly recommend ordering 3-4 small plates and have them served all together. The scallops were scrumptious. It was a unique combo of 3 raw and 3 seared with light veggies and savory drizzle. About tipping: If you are annoyed by the 20% automatic tip applied to your bill, you have the option to decline that. Simply apply your own gratuity. Don't make a drama out of it. Just be fair. The menu will change next week. I'll be back with a smile on my face. Tell Anton, Marti sent you. read more
Truly spectacular restaurant and cocktail lounge in Mountain View. I would recommend ordering a lot of small plates and trying some of their cocktails. Be sure to save room for dessert too. Food: The Spanish Charcuterie plate was amazing. The jamon iberico was the highlight of the entire meal. The beef tartare was my second favorite. Unique middle eastern based spices make this dish very memorable. The croquetas were delicious. Very spicy hot sauce on top gave it a nice kick and the pickled vegetables on the bottom were a nice balance. The calamari sausages were also great. They came with octopus that tasted amazing. The portion size is a bit smaller than the rest. The salmorejo reminded me of what I had in Andalusia. I haven't seen it in many restaurants around here so this was a real treat. The salad was good but not spectacular. Fresh and light on the dressing which is good. The Hamachi crudo was a miss for me. Too many strong flavors. Cocktails: Jimbo sour was my favorite Dessert: The chocolate mousse paired with the 20 year tawny is a must get. Ambiance: Very nice and modern but not pretentious. Nice relaxed atmosphere. read more
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