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!

When we first got there we put our name on the wait list since there wasn't anyone at the podium…read more Waited to be called, but saw new customers walk in and be seated immediately. So, it seems like they weren't paying attention to the wait list at all. Food was ok. We tried the coffee, vanilla iced latte, french toast combo (sausage and over medium eggs), chocolate chip pancakes with side of bacon, and chicken fried steak. Coffee was nice and hot, if not a bit strong. Iced latte wasn't sweet enough. All the meals came out piece meal by other people besides our server. Literally we had at least 3 different people bringing us 1 plate of an item at a time. We had to ask for our missing items about 5x, if not more. 2 of us got served most of their breakfast except the toast at the beginning. Then the pancakes arrived without the bacon. Then french toast without any syrup. Then the eggs and sausage for the french toast combo. And then the bacon never showed up. In the end we just asked for it to be put in a to-go container cause everyone had finished already. The chicken fried steak wasn't as good as black bear diner's. The gravy was ok, though a bit gritty. The eggs and hasbrowns were warm, and mostly cooked correctly. But they didn't get to eat their eggs with the toast, which was disappointing. The chocolate chip pancakes were a little too chocolatey, so my recc is to ask for no chocolate syrup on it (unless you like that). And the eggs that came with the combo french toast were disappointingly cold while the sausage was warm. It doesn't make sense when you have to wait for the item and they don't come out fresh and hot. All in all it was a bit of a disappointing 1st time experience. We may try again 1 more time, but REALLY hope management changes how they have the food delivery system. It really did not work at all.

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!

We had an absolutely amazing experience here. The service was fantastic. The food was equally…read morefantastic. We had a wonderful time here. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. Our waiter was a joy and was very helpful, informative, and attentive. The food was cooked perfectly. Overall, if you can't tell, we thoroughly enjoyed everything here. My only caveat is if you have tried German food and didn't like it, then don't bother. If you have never tried it, give this place a try. And if you love German food you probably have already been here, and if not, come try it out. They also have an excellent selection of southern German and Austrian beers! Score!

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!

Lovely location, lovely restaurant, inside and outside, very exquisite, and made me want to plan a…read moreparty there. Reservation suggested, we were sat immediately. Very clean, very comfortable seats. Our waiter was a gentleman who wore glasses, never shared his name, not very attentive, and just did the bare requirements of a server. For this type of establishment, I would've thought it would be a little more upscale and attentive service, but he did his job. Blackened salmon was divine. Every bite tasted like the first bite and was heaven. Such excellent seasoning and cooked to perfection. So were the potatoes. For dessert, we had the cookie butter sundae, which featured Biscoff cookies, ice cream, and a caramel sauce. It was tasty. I'll definitely be back, thank you!

10/10, everything authentic! Alexi was a great server and his recommendations were exactly what I…read morewas looking for. The tetrazzini was phenomenal, and I've honestly never had anything like it. The restaurant has that old school vibe, like something out of a movie. This was my first time eating here and I 100% recommend it. I'm truly not easily impressed, and nothing in this area is ever really good. I'll definitely be coming back

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!

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!

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.

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!

I originally found this place on TikTok. The owners son made a TikTok about all the food with…read morepictures and I knew this place was right up my alley. So I went right away. I ordered the Pan Con Chicharron Sandwich and OMGGGG IT WAS INCREDIBLE! The pork was so tender and crispy at the same time ! And the Bravazo hot sauce was delicious ! My waiter was CARLOS and he was so sweet & helpful . He gave me some good recommendations and I'm definitely going back for lunch today to try the Tiradito and empanadas! This is going to be my new go to spot when I'm in Pleasanton!!! MUST TRY EVERYTHING ! Also, I cannot wait to try the tiramisu ! Thank you again Carlos !

The food was good! Normally I can leave service / wait times out of reviews as it is expected with…read moregoing out to eat. We got seated within 5 minutes of arrival, but found it difficult to flag down a waiter/waitress, despite being 1 of only 2 tables seated outside. The inside was relatively empty as well with maybe 2-3 tables seated inside. My issue here is the difficulty of actually ordering our food as well as the wait time to get our food. I have no issue when it is clearly stated to my party / I when ordering about long wait times, but I found it almost impossible to reflag a waiter/waitress to even ask for my food updates. We arrived to Bravazo at around 1:15PM on a Sunday but didn't get our food until 2:30PM, which without notice or a heads up was a little jarring to me. We mentioned that the wait time was long in passing, but please give a heads up to all patrons if this is the case. Most likely we know that food is made to order here, but the long wait time made it incredibly disappointing to dine here.

Made dinner reservations online and had dinner with friends for a party of 6. We arrived and were…read moregreeted and seated indoors right away. They offer indoor and outdoor dining but I prefer to be indoors so that I don't get cold. Interior was clean with a bar and a limited view of the kitchen. We were given water and menus but had to ask for bread. Items ordered: Pompel martini- My friend enjoyed this drink Blood orange paloma- Nice presentation and good drink Pretty privilege- This was okay but ginger beer overshadowed the other flavors. Kids chicken tenders with fries- As expected Sautéed brussel sprouts- Cooked perfectly and tasted good. Lemon chicken soup x2- I enjoyed this light and flavorful soup. Warm artichoke bruschetta- I enjoyed this dish. Beet salad with Cajun blackened prawns- Generous amount of beets and flavorful prawns but I didn't like the dressing. Grilled vegetable couscous- Large delicious salad. Mushrooms ravioli- My friend said this was okay. Chicken risotto- Presentation was a little messy and the cherry tomatoes were very sweet and didn't work well in this dish. Overall, this was a solid 3.5 stars for food and 4 stars for service.

Came here on a Friday night with my wife and my dog. We were seated in the patio area which was…read morecozy with many friendly diners. Ordered: Chopped Apple salad - 4/5: very good salad to start. Loved the candied walnuts, organic mixed greens, topped with Gorgonzola. Nice refreshing with a nice sweetness. Grilled Atlantic salmon - 3.5: Salmon was cooked nicely on the pesto couscous. Salmon was topped with a jalapeño sauce, but didn't taste any heat nor jalapeños in it. Broccoli was just plain steamed broccoli. Overall, good dish, but nothing special. Dream Old Men cocktail - 5/5: cross between old fashioned and manhattan. I have never had a cross between the two and it was very tasty. On top of that, they definitely provided a heavy pour which was very welcomed on a Friday night. Overall, great service, vibes were great with friendly staff and patrons. Recommended for a nice night out.