Hidden gem in a strip mall with easy parking. Service was great and food came out fast…read more Menu had a wide range of spring rolls, egg rolls and appetizers along with pho and standard rice dishes. The Chinese noodles were a bonus on on the menu with chow fun, birds nest and other specialties! Don't miss out on the fried calamari -- we would have bought two of those but ended up too full. The Vietnamese coffee was right on as well. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Ambiance was good with a big TV so you can stay entertained. Enjoy!

This place was so good!!! I didn't expect such good pho from a more modern looking restaurant…read moreambiance, but Simmer did not disappoint. My boyfriend tried pho for the first time and he really enjoyed it as well. The service is phenomenal here. We're definitely coming back.

Am I a *little* crazy for driving 1.5 hours from SF just to try out a new seafood boil spot?…read morePossibly...and left not disappointed. I enjoy more of an "asian" taste when it comes to seafood boil flavors, so the fact that this place has hotpot only made my expectations higher. Prices are fair, and there were empty spots with no line by the time I left (6PM). I ordered 1lb of head on shrimp, clam, and mussel with the combo of potatoes, corn and sausage, with a side of garlic noodles. The highlight is the Simmer Sauce, which is a sweet, spicy, and a little savory/garlicky. The medium packed a kick, so I would definitely get mild for the low spice tolerance people. Shrimp was huge and tasted pretty fresh. Clams varied in size with some clam meat being smaller than others. Mussels were solid, but I noticed we had a couple of closed shells. The garlic noodles paired perfectly with everything, acting both as carbs and great for dipping in the sauce. Although this place beats most if not all seafood boils in the bay area, I had to wait about 30min for my garlic noodles. My server claimed they were making a new batch, but it was a little disappointing having mostly finished everything before they were served. I also had to flag my server down instead of them coming over for updates on my order and getting my bill. The seafood boil came within 10min otherwise though.

I doordashed from here for a large gathering of 12 people…read more 2 Family combos (house sauce med) + 1 combo (sausage/corn/potato) Garlic noodles Fried shrimp Shaking beef The whole shrimps were HUGE and tender, not rubbery at all. We were pleasantly surprised and guests were satisfied. The crawfish were big as well. The star was the sauce though. Perfectly addictive umami!

Wow, we had an absolutely delicious pizza here while on our roadtrip pit stop. It's so rare to find…read morea place that does a proper 3-day slow-fermented pizza dough, so my mouth (and tummy) was so happy to find this place. I got the red sauce pizza with mozz and tomme cheese + sausage added, and the combo was scrumptious -- reminded me of a NY style slice I had growing up but fresher and more elevated. I can't wait to come back!

My son, granddaughter, and I were craving great pizza and decided to try this somewhat new pizzeria…read more-- and we're so glad we did! The Caesar salad is non-traditional in the best way. The variety and freshness of the greens really stood out. As a vegetarian, I initially hesitated when I saw what looked like bacon bits, but the owner kindly assured me they were seasoned breadcrumbs -- such a creative and delicious touch. I ordered the potato pizza, and my granddaughter chose the pepperoni. She devoured nearly the entire pizza in record time, so I think it's safe to say she gives it five stars! My potato pizza was the bomb -- bursting with flavor. The pickled peppers added the perfect tangy kick. Both pizzas had that wonderful thin, crispy crust that I absolutely love. The service was friendly and attentive. While the pizzas are on the smaller side and perhaps a bit higher in price, the fresh, quality ingredients make it worthwhile. I also appreciated seeing a Palestinian soda in the refrigerator case, with 50% of the proceeds going toward a Palestine support fund -- a thoughtful and meaningful touch. I'm especially looking forward to warm evenings when I can walk the half mile from my home and enjoy dinner on the patio. We'll definitely be back!

My friend and I went in for lunch. She got the chicken pho and I got the spicy pork sandwich. The…read morebowl of pho was huge and she was able to take half of it home. She stated that it was very, very delicious. The pork sandwich was also large and very good. I requested no cilantro on it and they honored my request. The place is small with several booths The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food came quickly.

Passing by VN Flavor as we walked out of Raley's, we smelled aromas that drew us in for lunch. We…read moreordered inside and waited for our takeaway to be prepared. The woman at the counter was so nice and polite, she allowed us time to look at the menu before ordering. We split all three dishes and had leftovers of the short ribs and popcorn chicken that we had for dinner. The banh mi was my wife's favorite dish and the Korean short ribs were mine. The flavors were vibrant and each bite had me wishing my stomach would ever fill up. The meats were marinated well, the taste was intoxicating and I'll be ordering this for lunch again.

Lovely spot for lunch! This restaurant is run by an amazing woman who clearly pours her heart into…read moreevery dish, she cooks everything herself, and it shows. The food is consistently delicious, and I can't recommend the pork belly banh mi enough. I usually order ahead for pickup, which is always smooth and convenient. While there's no indoor seating, there are a couple of outdoor tables that are perfect when the weather is nice. I've also tried the shrimp spring rolls, and they were just as fresh and flavorful. If you're looking for authentic, homemade food made with care, this place is a must-visit. Easy 5 stars!

I've walked past this place many times, but just never really noticed it. Came across it while…read morelooking on Yelp for a Vietnamese craving. Had great reviews and it did not disappoint. Small little hole in the wall place. Order at counter and ate outside. Got the Chicken Bun Bowl and crispy rolls. Both were made fresh and super delicious. Shout out to the woman who took the order, checked us out, made the food, and served us outside. So nice and sweet.

A long time standing hole in the wall place that is in a dying shopping strip in Rohnert Park. I've…read moreonly had their two pupusa meal that comes with beans and rice. You can pick two different fillings or two of the same. If you come in, you can hear about their current filling specials which have yet to disappoint! The staff is super nice and welcoming. The ambiance is tropical, which is fun! You can sit inside, outside or take it to go. Highly recommend!

Wow, the food here is GOOD…read more As soon as I walked in, I was greeted warmly by the staff. They also checked in consistently throughout my meal and were very attentive. Ordered the pupusa taco with asada and their empanada de leche. The pupusa was flavorful, and the empanada was like a warm hug from the inside (which was still warm at the end of the meal even though I took about half an hour to finish my main). You can tell they put a lot of care into their food and their customers. Will definitely be coming back when I'm in the area.

You know the food is good when you remember to take a picture...after you've already inhaled half…read moreof it. Guilty. I ordered the sashimi (salmon and yellowtail) along with a specialty roll topped with yellowtail, salmon, and tuna. The sashimi was incredibly fresh, and the cuts were thick enough that you actually felt like you were getting your money's worth instead of paper-thin slices. The roll was outstanding. Every bite was balanced--none of the fish overpowered the others, the rice wasn't packed too tight, and there wasn't enough sauce to hide the quality of the ingredients. Just clean, fresh flavors done right. The service was friendly, the restaurant was clean, and everything came out quickly. I'll definitely be back the next time work brings me to Rohnert Park. And next time I'll try to remember the photo before my stomach takes over.

The inside of the store is clean and bright. Comfortable. We ordered takeout so we didn't…read moreexperience the service, however the service at the counter for paying was courteous and efficient. I'm a big fan of unagi so I rarely deviate. But this time I ordered the Unagi bowl and really enjoyed it. I love the fresh food here. We will always come back but probably more often to the store in Santa Rosa.

I was meeting a friend for lunch. I told her an acquaintance said the burgers were fantastic, so we…read moretried it. The service was a little slow. I ordered the Waterhawk burger. The brioche bun was so very good. The burger was cooked perfectly and too much for me to eat. I brought half home. I also order a salad that came in a bowl. The dressing was so bland. I asked for more dressing and it didn't help. Some of the lettuce was the size of my hand and nearly impossible to cut in a bowl. The leaves were also brown. I pointed that out to the waitress and got a quick "sorry". Not sure if the info was conveyed to the kitchen. There were peels of cucumber and carrot. Again too long to eat gracefully and hard to cut because of the bowl. I looked around and realized everyone who ordered salad, also requested salt and pepper. Shoulda thought of that. My friend order the fried chicken sandwich, again on brioche and it was great. I ate some of her fries (mental note, order fries, not salad) they were so good and definitely abundant. The hibiscus iced tea was stellar. The restaurant has a full bar, many TV's and a very large outdoor seating area on a small lake. The inside is spacious and well decorated. I will probably go again if I'm in the area. Just no salad!

After reading through numerous mixed reviews, we decided to see for ourselves…read more My recommendation- go for a weekday happy hour which happens 3-5 pm Monday through Friday. Prices are incredible, food was tasty, and service was excellent. There's daily beer, wine, and cocktail options for $6 ish; we tried the Aperol spritz and draft beer. Food options include a $10 burger, $3 fries , (more for loaded), wings at $1 each with optional sauces, etc. We tried the meatballs - three large veal, pork and beef mixed with fennel pollen, smothered in a delicious tomato sauce, a dollop of whipped ricotta and two slices of grilled bread- $9! We also sampled chicken wings, plain air fried, and with both optional sauces, a hot honey and a sweet chili soy sesame . All very good served with a miso dipping ranch style sauce (not necessary). The fries come with ketchup and we were asked if we wanted aioli - of course that's a yes but sadly, it lacked flavor or depth. We sat outside facing the lake, enjoying the sunshine and people and dog watching to our heart's content. I'll definitely be back to try the rest of the happy hour menu soon!