Me and my co worker did the happy hour in the front which is Still OG…read more This place is for those that dig the vinyl era because they play the albums and place the cover in front of the turntable. The drinks are named after actual songs which is which is cool. I really enjoyed the So fresh So clean which was refreshing and not so sweet. Each drink is made with fresh ingredients. Their food menu is small but still has enough to choose from to snack on. The bartenders are knowledgeable about the drinks they serve and willing to help you pick the best drink for your taste. We did not get a chance to try the Alter Ego which is behind the curtain but next time.

Wow, I don't think I've written a review of a bar/lounge in like 10 years lol. Aging + having a kid…read morewill do that to you. Anyway, I met up with some friends here last weekend and we had a reservation at Alter Ego. I guess it's technically 2 places with Still OG. I have to say, I have really fond memories of Original Gravity from back in the day (ah, the days of my youth...) so it's nice that it's still sort of around though.. technically completely different since there's no more craft beer or duck fat fries lol. We hung out at our table for the whole night, like 4 hours. We all ordered cocktails off the menu and later on ordered some stuff off the menu based on the bartender's suggestion. I first ordered a Calabrian Spritz from the menu which hit the spot for me. Personally, I am not a hard alcohol fan but I enjoy wine and fun lil cocktails that are slightly sweet/not super strong lol. So this drink was nice because it wasn't too sweet and had a lot of volume (I like just sipping on stuff in general and it sucks when you order a cocktail that's like 3 sips of liquid and the rest is ice). The next cocktail I ordered was off the menu and called Like This or That (I think). I think it was some sort of passionfruit + vodka mix and very delicious! We also ordered the cold soba noodles and fries. Fries were crinkle cut and nicely crispy, no complaints. Soba noodles were also good, though some component of it was really spicy, I think the cucumbers. Overall I had a good time here and look forward to coming back, though given how little I go out, who knows when that will be haha.

The Jameson shot mixed by Ariana might have saved my night, it was crisp and cold like Jameson…read moreshould be served Perfect pour 10/10

Absolutely love this new venue! It use to be called 386 lounge which was nice but this new lounge…read moreis such a beautiful upgrade! Very spacious! Nice high ceilings. I absolutely adore the chandelier in the center of the lounge. Cute seating areas. Friendly staff. Nice place for a date or to celebrarte any occasion.

I've been to 7 bamboo dozens of times throughout the years. It's the closest I've even been to…read moreworld peace. You have people of every race, gender, creed, etc just trying to belt their lungs out on the stage. It's where everyone can be the weirdest version of themselves and no one cares. I do miss the days when rapper Johnny and the guy that brought his own bongos would be out, but I'm sure there will be a new generation of those folks soon. The bartenders are mostly ok but the drinks are kind of inconsistent (a friend and I ordered the same drink and they were totally different). They do check id but it's annoying because I'm clearly a much older demographic lol. They don't serve food (I know they did at one point in time, but idk why they don't anymore).

It's a great place to have a fun place to be silly in costume and wigs, and sing your heart out…read morewith lots of encouragement from the crowd. Our group of 6 arrived at 8PM to get on the virtual queue early. Wait was about 30-45 min even that early in the night. There were many regulars there ready to sing already. We were fine with waiting and enjoyed a round of drinks. Getting a table at that time was easy but within a couple hours, the place was crowded. The bartender was attentive even as more people came in. She got us our drink orders pretty fast. Drinks were ok, but we were there for karaoke not a cocktail experience.

Had such a great time celebrating my friends bday there they make you feel special! The drinks were…read moreamazing ask for the Miami vice or for a mocktail a Garden at Dusk! Our server Camille was amazing and so attentive the whole night!! Would recommend this place for any occasion girls night out or even a nice dinner! Can't wait to eat there again.

Damn! Talk about an EXPERIENCE!…read more Two of our party of four went inside to check in for our reservation while the other two searched for street parking. When we got inside, we were seated in the lounge area for dinner. Let's just say our knees were basically at our chests because two of us are 6'1" and 6'4". Thankfully, the team was incredibly accommodating and was able to find us a booth that worked much better. The atmosphere? SO good. We absolutely loved the vibe. But the service... I can't even begin to say enough about how amazing it was. Camille was TOP NOTCH! She could handle every ounce of sarcasm we threw her way , and she consistently went above and beyond. If something didn't seem quite right, she was immediately there offering to make it right. We started with drinks, and I ordered the Spicy Marg. It came out without the spice, even though Camille had warned me beforehand that it was going to have some heat. She immediately offered to take it back and have it remade, but honestly, it was still really good and I didn't want to waste it. If it had sucked, trust me, I would've said something! My next favorite was the Fig'n Around. Not only because I'm married into a fig family , but because it was genuinely delicious. And one thing I really appreciated about both drinks was that they weren't overly sweet. Now... DINNER. We asked Camille for her recommendation between the 40 oz Tomahawk and the 30 oz Ribeye. She initially recommended the Tomahawk, but once we added the Captain's Catch to the order, she suggested we go with the Ribeye instead since there would already be plenty of food for all four of us. And she was absolutely right. Everything we had was SO good. The only real negative I walked away with that night was the mac & cheese. It was a little overcooked, which is exactly why I usually stay away from pasta. BUT -- do NOT let that deter you from coming here. That was such a minor thing compared to the overall experience. I honestly cannot wait until I'm back in the area because I will absolutely be going back. I'm already craving everything we had that night! Oh, and the saddest part of the whole evening... I ordered the white chocolate bread pudding to go and STILL haven't tasted it. I completely forgot about it because I'm not usually a dessert person! If you go, ask for Camille's section if she's working. She was fantastic. And no, before anyone asks -- I do NOT know Camille outside of this experience. She was just genuinely that good.

First time visiting Lamella Tavern, and I'm so glad I stopped by! I was already in the area for a…read moreYelp event, and since it's next to a business I normally visit, I decided to give it a try. Their happy hour is a MUST! Great prices, delicious food, and the drinks are definitely worth it. The service at the bar was also amazing. The bartender was so welcoming, attentive, and friendly. How can you not love service like that? It definitely makes you want to come back! One thing that really caught my attention was how clean the restaurant was, especially the bathroom. And I have to mention something I don't see often at restaurants: instead of paper towels, they actually have cloth towels available to dry your hands. Such a small detail, but it really adds to the overall atmosphere and experience. It's those little touches that make a place feel more thoughtful and welcoming. There is also plenty of parking in the back, but just be aware that some of the spaces are limited to 2 hours. If you don't want to worry about the time limit, there is also plenty of street parking available. Overall, this was a great first experience! I can't wait to come back and try more items from the menu. Definitely a spot worth checking out, especially during happy hour!

We were craving some oysters and Lamella seemed the obvious choice in the Willow Glen area…read more Let's start with the service. Our server Alexis was wonderful! Kind, friendly, and super attentive in a way that elevated our experience. We also noticed that Alexis carried this same positive energy to all table. The food... I said . We started with a dozen raw and a 4-piece Rockefeller. The raw were delicious, little to no shell bits, but the Rockefeller... Wow! Suffice it to say that after we each had our first rockefeller, we promptly ordered a 1/2 dozen more. For drinks we went with a bottle of The decor is warm and intimate and there is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Thanks to Alexis for excellent service, unfortunately unusual these days. I will be back!

Solid 3 stars. This…read moreplace seems to believe one employee can simultaneously bartend, take food orders, clean tables, and start a dramatic fire. The drinks were expensive, but that's hardly shocking. It's Santana Row, where apparently every cocktail comes with a small surcharge for the privilege of being seen holding it. The seating situation was particularly frustrating. There were plenty of open seats, yet somehow one person managed to occupy an entire table meant for our party of six while staff looked on as if this was an unsolvable diplomatic crisis. We spent more time watching empty chairs than enjoying our drinks. Not terrible, not great. Just an exercise in patience with a side of overpriced cocktails.

Cielo at Hotel Valencia in Santana Row had a winter-wonderland-style setup that was definitely…read morecute, but overall the experience felt underwhelming. When compared to the APRÈS VILLAGE experience at the Four Seasons, it doesn't come close. The food menu is very limited, and food took quite a while to come out. There's also no option to make reservations, which was disappointing and made the experience feel less organized. That said, it's aesthetically pleasing enough for a few social media photos. Beyond that, it's nothing to make a big fuss over, and I can't say I'd go out of my way to return.

This was my first time at Kaizen Bar, and I can definitely see why my friends always recommend it…read morewhenever we're downtown! They had hyped it up quite a bit, so I came in with high expectations--and it lived up to them. We went on a Friday night and didn't even have to pay a cover, which was a great surprise. The inside had beautiful Japanese-inspired decor that gave the place a unique atmosphere, and even with how busy it was, everything felt well-maintained. The bathrooms were clean, which is always a plus. The staff were incredibly attentive and worked hard to make sure everyone was taken care of, even though the bar was absolutely packed. The DJ was amazing that night too! My friends and I spent most of our time on the dance floor because the music was so good. Overall, the energy, service, and atmosphere made for such a fun night out. Kaizen has officially become one of my favorite downtown spots, and I'll definitely be coming back whenever I'm looking for a fun night with great vibes and good company.

It was a good vibe! Nice open floor plan so there's space to dance and talk. Nice outdoor area and…read moresecond floor. Only thing is they have a $10 cover from the second they open which I think is kind of lame, like hey we got here early we shouldn't have to pay.

Always welcoming, the lunch menu is affordable and yummy. Most of all is the outstanding service…read moreand quality staff.

Bartender is great. But was only attentive when he was actually at the bar and not in the back for…read morea long period of time. I was sad about the food all they had available was wings. My ok fashion was delicious I won't complain not a lot of bartenders know how to make them. Felt like an underground strip club if that's the vibes you're going. Only giving two stars because the drink was yummy. I have 3. More then likely won't go again

Saturday night out was a blast! Huge shoutout to bartender Q for making the atmosphere so much fun…read more Super entertaining, personable, and provided excellent customer service all night long. Q truly elevated the experience and made the evening memorable. We will definitely be back, if you stop by, be sure to ask for bartender Q!

came w coworkers on a Friday evening, parking was a bit annoying as per usual for downtown…read more inside vibe was kinda nice tho didn't get pictures of half the stuff nor do I remember the names of whatwe got but it was all pretty good milk punch (the fruity one?) - 9/10 coworkers said it looked like ice cream which was funny - was good tho there was some refreshers looking fruity drink that just tasted like juice and some orange juice drink that also tasted juicy but was def on the sour side one of the drinks had hojicha & I actually really liked the tea taste old fashioned was standard chips thing was good, maybe too little chips for the amount of dip tho pork belly bao had a very slight kick of spice but actually turnt out liking it more than I thought I would

The service was amazing, Pancho himself was generous and welcoming to us visiting for the first…read moretime. Rosio was an incredible server and made the atmosphere very welcoming. The food was delicious and made the afternoon for our party. Highly recommend the establishment.

I came in on a Wednesday night with a friend for the first time. We ask the bartender for the menu…read moreand she gave an annoyed attitude saying they have no menu. That was not a pleasing start I was hoping to seeing their signature drinks or something. It kinda killed the vibe so I just ordered mineral water mixed with lemonade. But I ended up with just mineral water with a piece of lime and tajin around the tip of the glass. I later noticed that they had menus stack on a counter behind the bar, it made me wonder why she said no menus. I asked if we can ordered wings but she said the kitchen was closed.I wish that was known before. The only best highlight was playing pool.