Ian and Ashley are a talented service team!! It was our first time here and we are definitely…read morecoming back. Food was so delicious and the environment allowed us to feel like we had a private suite and a personal chef experience. So happy!

Great wine collection and service. Awesome appetizers. We had a great time. I would go there again.read more

Cozy little wine bar in DTLG. We stopped by since they have live music on Thursday and Saturdays…read more(7-9pm) and sat at the bar. Their outdoor seating seemed popular so looking forward to trying that. In terms of drinks, they're a wine bar so mostly wine obviously, but they also do have a few cocktail options too -- though these are batched/pre-made. Deviled eggs are delicious and their pepper poppers are also good!

If you're looking for a great spot to get together with friends,Rootstock Wine Bar is your spot!!!…read moreThe ambiance is chill with indoor or outdoor seating set up for enjoying fine wine,a cold beer a light meal and listening to live music. The beer and wine selections are fantastic!! This was my second visit and again...I wasn't disappointed!!! The staff JD,Jayton and Talia,are friendly,knowledgeable,attentive and knowledgeable about the different wines and dishes being served. On my first visit, I ordered the Toscano charcuterie board.Although what was offered was quite delicious,it was a bit pricey. On this most recent visit,I ordered the Chicken Pesto sandwich and an order of truffle chips....and let me tell you...OMG...those truffle chips served with a perfect complimentary dip put me in taste bud Heaven!!! The sandwich was so incredibly yummy and full of fresh flavour as well. The accompanying salad was delightfully light and delicious!!! I'm so looking forward to my next visit!!! Rootstock gets !!!!

This Place ,Wonderful Food! Welcoming. Nice place to Eat. Great Service. I Highly recommend this…read moreRestaurant. I will be definitely going back there again.

I've been contemplating writing this review for 2 days; whether or not it would be worthwhile. I…read morefinally decided the warning of caution is something I should share. Monday night, mostly empty, but service was painfully slow. Friendly, but lagging. We ordered sparkling water with lime, and were told the lime was cut and coming shortly, but it never arrived. We had to ask for napkins and silverware after our appetizers arrived. And the sharable salad was brought without serving utensils. It was also the wrong salad. The pinsas were recommended, especially the funghi, which our server noted as a favorite. The description listed pistachios, but ours came without those. The wine was the highlight, which I suppose is expected at a wine bar. I remembered this place as being good the last few times I went, albeit several years ago. I don't think I will return after this disappointing experience. Especially given the place wasn't even busy. I didn't get any pictures, but trust me, it wouldn't change the tone of the review.

Long story short, Second Story was one of the best cocktail bar's I've ever been to. We went there…read morelast night for our friend's birthday party, and we were just ordering drinks from the bar. The bartender (manager?), Filippos, recognized we had a lot of people, and proactively got us a comfortable seating area for all of us. Thank you Filippos for being so thoughtful and hospitable! And once we got seated, we had a server named Tikka, who was amazing. She made our whole night smooth and memorable. The service was above and beyond. Also, shout out to Dakota, one of the best bartenders. He was super friendly (even though it was very busy) and wanted to make sure everyone was taken care of. In terms of drinks, I recommend the Vesper and So Fresh So Clean. All their drinks are exceptional. The ambiance was the most impressive part. It's very spacious and you don't feel cramped like other cocktail bars. And they have two bars that are both well-staffed, so no one is annoyed trying to order a drink. Even when it's crowded, you don't have to wait. Thank you, for all the hard work behind the scenes to create best-in-class customer service and cocktails.

What a wonderful night it was! A huge Thank you to Melissa…read moreand her team who executed the perfect Happily ever after party for my son and daughter in law. The night was exactly what they wanted; Great friends, incredible cocktails, yummy food, music and a whole lot of Love and Laughter!!! Do not hesitate to book a party at SS,

The customer service and interaction of the staff continues to be excellent. This time we…read moreinteracted with Chantel (I hope I spelled that right). She was welcoming and made us feel like we were at home. On a prior visit my bartender was Erin and I said she was a brand ambassador for Loma Brewing and Chantel was the same. She seemed to love her job and eager to make our experience a memorable one. I live on the East Coast so I only get to visit Loma Brewing when on business in the Bay Area but every-time I make time to visit. Love the beer and each time have tried different food that was well above average. Keep up the excellent customer service you all are doing it the right way. It is a reflection of the entire staff.

Great place to stop whether you're walking through the area or stuck in traffic. They offer beers,…read morewine, and a refreshing Frosé (frozen rosé slushy). All the drinks pair well with the wide range of food options on their extensive menu. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outside, plus several TVs throughout for watching sports. I ordered the Hop Holistics, a fresh, fruity Hazy IPA with a low 5.6% ABV, making it easy to enjoy more than one. I also tried the Alpha Dog West Coast IPA, which has a higher ABV and was another tasty choice, especially with my burger. I went with the smashburger and fries, and it was fantastic. Packed with flavor from the Memphis‑style BBQ sauce, avocado, and pickled red onions on a brioche bun. We were sharing it, and they even split it onto two plates for us -- a small touch we really appreciated. Only complaint was the bartender was NOT friendly at all. We felt like we were making him work. Definitely need to get someone that wants to work and not that guy! Despite this, we'll definitely be back to try more of the menu and enjoy another brew.

Really loved the low-key vibe and the patience with me asking questions on the cocktails. Craft is…read morein the essence of the cocktails and I really appreciate the attention to detail. Service is comfy and homey. I will definitely be back.

What a gem for Saratoga!…read more Hidden next to Bell Tower Cafe, there's a new craft cocktail bar in town. Seems a bit unassuming, but once you walk into the bar, you're welcomed by a beautiful, vintage imported bar. It has speakeasy vibes but features many hard to find liquors that you wouldn't expect to find like Yamazaki 18 Year Japanese whiskey, Boss Hog from Whistle Pig and one of the largest selections of Clase Azul tequilas and mezcals I've ever seen in one place. They have craft cocktails to match including a fun rum cocktail for two that arrives in a treasure chest that has been smoked on the inside. The bar manager, Brandon, is really knowledgeable and hospitable if you have any questions on anything or need a drink suggestion. Scarlett is Saratoga's best kept secret. Better come out before the secret is out!

Terrific group breakfast in this cute cafe in the heart of Saratoga's village…read more Extremely attentive servers and ample hot food. It would not be unexpected that in a large party at least one egg order would be wrong - but not this time! Pancakes were an unexpected but tasty addition, and we all left happy. Well worth a try!

Me and a couple of friends came here on Sunday morning before going to see a movie at AMC Saratoga…read more My friends got there before me and were seated on the patio ALL THE WAY IN THE BACK. Seriously we were like the last table in the place. There were some fans on but it was still pretty warm back there. After waiting for about 10 minutes and me beginning to think we had been forgotten about a guy came and took our order. I got the Crab Benedict and Sangria. The food came and the crab cakes were mostly breading and not much crab meat. The eggs were a bit over cooked so the yolks were pretty set. The potatoes were a tiny portion, about a half cup. You definitely aren't getting stuffed here. Probably good if you're on a diet. The Sangria was pretty bland and just tasted like juice. Didn't even taste the wine. The server never once checked on us. The only times we saw him was when he took our order and when he brought the check. So the food here is meh and the service sucks. I wouldn't come back here. One last thing, when we were leaving and walked past the other tables on the patio, it was MUCH cooler near the front of the restaurant. Not sure why we got stuck in the back "oven" area.

Going in, we were greeted immediately and we requested to sit outside. The restaurant itself has a…read morelot of seating inside and some outside. We ordered from the Special Menu, Steak and Eggs. The food was so good, we all finished it. The curry had great flavor to it! I also ordered orange juice, and it was perfect sweetness level, not bland or sour. Our servers were on top of it as well, checking in on us multiple times, I recommend checking this place out.

Final Thoughts: 4.20/5.0…read more Asian fusion brunch spots seem hard to come by around the San Jose area. There's more within the larger Bay Area space that I never really go to. My sister and I decided to divert from our original plans today and just go on a brunch date elsewhere. This is also a spot that's been on my list for the longest time and I'm only now just getting to it. Relaxing Saturday brunch day. Thinking it will be a 4 stars for me for this experience. Food: Darla's Benedict: 4.0/5 This is the classic eggs benedict. It comes with two medium poached eggs on rustic Millstone bread. On top, it will include candied bacon, tomatoes, yuzu hollandaise sauce with the side of crispy kale. The poached egg was done nicely. You can see in the video that the yolk is super runny and cooked perfectly. The bread is quite thick and does have that crispy edge on the crust. Personally, I hate tomatoes. They do put a few thin slices on it, so it wasn't enough to fully affect the taste. I did give those pieces of tomatoes away to my sister though. The yuzu hollandaise sauce is very thick and umami. The yuzu is a little overpowering for me with the acidity, but overall, there is this nice freshness to it. The candied bacon is super crispy and I really like the saltiness and sweetness to it. For the vegetable component, they provide crispy kale. Personally, I would have preferred a side of fries/potatoes/hash, fresh fruit, or something more fresh even like a side salad. The kale is nice and crispy, but it's so oily and I feel that took away more from the dish than contributed. Loco Moco No.1: 4.0/5 This is their steak river farm wagyu beef patty, grilled asparagus, picked cherry peppers, a fried egg, pomegranate, rice, parmesan mushroom, and ginger gravy. The beef patty was super tender and juicy. I wish there were more of the gravy or even if the gravy were poured over the beef. I feel like it just soaks all of it in. The gravy was super thick and umami. The ginger is very light and virtually not there almost, so I didn't realize it was there. Not a concern for me as that flavor can be overpowering. Rice leans on the dryer side for me. Definitely a preference as I'm sure others would be fine with that. For the vegetable component, I would prefer an alternative. Perhaps a fresh vegetable or side salad would work better or more mushrooms for that umami, or even a pickled veggie for that crunch. The asparagus looks nice and leans more on fine dining, but it's not significant enough to give that light and freshness to it. The flavor of it works well though. Egg was nicely cooked and had a beautiful yolk color. --------- Quality: Made to order Food was freshly made and everything came out hot to order. The kale was super crispy and like it was just fried in that oil. The loco moco was also super juicy and piping hot like it was made to order. Our plates were all nicely completed and brought out quickly it seems. Price: $$$ Their prices do lean on the higher side for a brunch. Usual prices will be around $17 to $26 with a few outliers. The Loco Moco was one of the outliers pricing at $33 for a plate. This is likely related to the beef patty. I can't say I would pay $33 for that plate. Given the form of the meat patty, I really couldn't tell the cut of the beef. Perhaps it is Wagyu, but its difficult for me to tell. Very juicy overall though. Of note, the portion sizes are smaller. They are plated on larger plates and gives more fine dining vibes, so matches the pricing. Service: Nice experience For being outside, there was still enough waiters/waitresses working, so it was fairly simple to get someone's attention to help us. They were very nice and checked in on us, which is always a plus. Very simple process and good experience with them overall. Ambiance: Shaded Outdoors and Indoors We decided to sit outdoors today given their shaded area. This was one of the highlights for me. Initially, I preferred indoor given the weather, but my sister asked if it was a shaded outdoors. It is and that's what makes it. The air felt really nice. There are pockets of sun that peak through the trees and shade, but that wasn't really a concern. Would definitely go here on another brunch date. Location/Parking: Public Parking Available This location is within downtown Saratoga area. I will say that getting in a out of here isn't the most idea, especially on a weekend where everyone wasn't to go out and spend the most of their day off. This place does have a small public parking lot. We were lucky enough to find a spot here, but will say it does partially depend on luck here.