Very good Beef soup with choice of noodle With perfect ramen eggs mmmmm…read more Chili oil did not disappoint. Fairly oily broth to begin with, family size will feed two adults as a main course. The beef was tender and flavorful. Noodle handcut and had fresh taste.

had the Mala beef soup noodles, and they were amazing. The hand cut noodles had a great texture and…read morejust the right amount of chew, while the broth was rich, flavorful, and packed with spice. The bowl also came with a generous mix of fresh vegetables and tender meat, which made it feel hearty and well balanced. Every bite had a great combination of noodles, broth, spice, and toppings. Overall, a delicious and satisfying bowl of noodles. I'd definitely come back to try more from the menu.

I've been coming to Sumika for many years. Since I live in the area, it's one of my go-to places…read morefor lunch, and I usually get the bento box. I've come with friends as well as with my mom, and the food is always fresh and consistently good. One of my favorite things about coming here with my mom is that she speaks Japanese and sometimes likes to ask the waitstaff if they speak Japanese. Surprisingly, we've had at least two servers who do! She'll happily chat with them in Japanese and tell them about how she lived in Japan when she was young. It's always fun to watch her make that connection. Sumika is very popular, so I usually recommend making a reservation, even for lunch. On weekends, there can be quite a line. A longtime Los Altos favorite that I'm always happy to return to!

We came back this time and we had a great experience as well. We got sat quickly and there was no…read moreline. Space is on the tighter side but there's enough room. Service was prompt and food came out one at a time, ending with the skewers which all came out together. I thought they were all very good except for the skin (kawa) which I thought lacked flavor compared to the others. My favorite item from them isn't even one of the skewers, but the oyako don which is my favorite Item here. It's so good. The chicken meat is soft snd juicy with the egg and the rice has a bit of an egg chicken broth taste.

Came with my group, such a fun tapas spot with so many good dishes. Even though I don't eat sashimi…read moreor any raw meat, everything we ordered was excellent. The clay pot rice was the star ..flavorful, comforting, and perfectly cooked. Their chicken karaage is on another level: crispy, juicy, and seriously addictive. The beef tongue curry surprised me in the best way ..tender, rich, and so delicious. Dessert was okay, but honestly every main dish I tried was so good that I didn't even mind. A great place to come back and keep exploring the menu.

1. The eel crispy rice in a stone pot was really delicious. It was super flavorful with a great mix…read moreof textures--crispy in some bites and soft and chewy in others. Rich in flavor without feeling greasy or heavy. It came with a light fish broth on the side, which was nice for balancing out the richness (although I personally didn't find the rice heavy at all). 2. The pork & mushroom thin-crust pizza was also really good. There was a generous layer of fresh mushrooms and ground pork between two super thin, crispy layers of crust. The crust tasted like it had been pan-fried with oil-and-flour paste, making it especially fragrant, flaky, and crispy. 3. The garlic salad was refreshing and appetizing. The garlic slices were fried until golden and crispy, and the salad had a nice tangy acidity that balanced everything out. Simple but very tasty.

I'm not a huge going-out-to-breakfast person. Breakfast out usually tastes overly greasy and a bit…read moreflavorless and has fruit that texture of styrofoam. But after an early-morning appointment at Stanford, I was looking for a place to sit down and eat for a while--and I'm so glad I chose Sweet Maple. I had two scrambled eggs, which were cooked perfectly, and the brussels sprouts and potato mix was so good that I'm still thinking about it. It was savory and lightly salted and caramelized in all the right ways. I also had the Millionaire's bacon, which wasn't overly sweet and perfect with my breakfast. The ambiance is friendly and professional, and the decor shows that it's a bit more of an upscale place--which was reflected in the service I received.

My husband and I stopped by on a Sunday morning and luckily beat the crowds that came at the 10 am…read morerush. We both ordered plain coffee and split the millionare's bacon benedict and the omurice. The coffee was one of the most bitter we have had at a brunch spot. The omurice was pretty but nothing outstanding. The benedict was the only dish we truly enjoyed. The bacon was thick and melted in our mouths and surprisingly, the crispy brussel sprouts were our favorite part of the dish. Overall, we prefer other brunch spots and know we wouldn't have enjoyed waiting for this establishment.

A bit of a late post, but we had our wedding dinner here in December. The event was last minute as…read morethe goal was to have my mom join before she couldn't anymore, so this was incredibly meaningful. We kept it small and intimate (12 people) and Michelle was absolutely fantastic with answering all my questions and making sure everything went smoothly. We reserved a portion of the outdoor area with a few dividers, and the staff were kind and accommodating. The family loved the food - in fact, it was the first time I had seen my mom eaten so much in a very long time. The noodles were my favorite :) We had come here a few times before and all were great times, but very special shout out to the staff here. Thanks for making that evening special for me, my husband, and our family.

Unfortunately we were disappointed by the quality of food. We were expecting dishes with a more…read moreheavier taste profile of Indonesia but we felt that it was more Chinese/Western based. We tried the sea bass which we had to ask to give back because it was really not what we expected. The fish filet itself was dry and did not taste fresh, it was very different than what was detailed in the menu and there was a broth under the filet. I don't know, we just weren't expecting a fish soup. Next, we tried the crispy pork and mie goreng with high expectations, and instead we were disappointed yet again. I think we will try to explore other Southeast asian cuisines. Thank you!

I was traveling for work and looking for a place to eat near my hotel. Almost everywhere nearby had…read moreexcellent reviews, but I was intrigued by the upscale Vietnamese restaurant. When I arrived, the place was PACKED, but thankfully the bar was still relatively empty and I was able to snag a stool. By the time I left, the bar was full, though. I ordered the duck noodles, which were good, but not quite as good as I had been hoping. Just a little unmemorable (albeit beautifully presented). My cocktail, which was a spin on a margarita, was good, however. If I were local, I would probably come back but order something different, though as an out of towner I would try another restaurant next time.

A beautiful restaurant with an upscale atmosphere, but the guest experience needs more attention to…read morethe basics. Tamirine has a beautiful, sophisticated dining room and the food presentation fits the upscale Vietnamese concept. However, the experience starts before a guest ever sits down, and that is where management has an opportunity to improve. When guests arrive, they should be greeted promptly and acknowledged, rather than left waiting outside, especially in the heat. Even if the restaurant is not ready to seat them immediately, a simple greeting such as, "Welcome, we'll be right with you," goes a long way. It communicates that the guest has been seen and that the team is in control. This is also where strong SOPs and management follow-through become important. For an upscale restaurant, the arrival and greeting process should be clearly defined: who greets the guest, how quickly they should be acknowledged, what happens when there is a wait, and how guests are communicated with while they wait. SOPs only work when management consistently trains, observes, coaches, and enforces them. Having procedures written down is not enough. Leaders need to make sure the team is actually executing them during every shift, particularly during busy periods. The restaurant has the setting and concept to deliver a premium experience. The next step is making sure the service standards consistently match the environment and price point. Management should remember: the guest experience begins at the front door, not when the food reaches the table.

5 of us came here for dinner on a Sunday around 6:30pm to check out the hype. I used to come here…read morefor lunch/dinner with my co-workers while I was working in the area, but that was more than 10 years ago. They were very busy but not completely full. Parking was easy as they had two parking lots. The inside decoration had not changed at all. It had the very classic American Chinese restaurant vibe. The hype was real and there's a whole wall full of celebrity pictures downstairs. The food quality and taste was much better than we expected. Portion size wasn't huge, but price was still reasonable, considering it's expensive everywhere. We ordered 4 dishes and jasmine rice. The Rainbow Fish Fillets weren't fishy at all; there were a good amount of fish, and the vegetables were fresh. I liked that the sauce was light and the dish was seasoned well. The Pan-Seared Black Pepper Steak was another scrumptious dish, and the beef was tender. The Braised Triple Mushrooms had shiitake, button, straw mushrooms, snow peas and carrots in a delicious oyster sauce. The only dish I didn't really care for was the General Chicken. While their unique sauce was quite tasty, the chicken was too dry for me, and there was quite a bit of batter. Overall, it's a great meal catching up with friends. The servers were friendly and kept refilling our tea/water; we didn't feel rushed to leave.

No wait for my party of 5 on a Sunday evening. Service was very efficient and dishes came promptly…read more We shared Chef Chu's famous chicken salad, minced chicken in lettuce cups, boneless crisp aromatic duck, Sichuan-style string beans, pan-seared black pepper steak, and steamed Chilean sea bass with black bean sauce. Everything was pretty good. My favorites were the boneless crisp aromatic duck which was very flavorful, minced chicken in lettuce cups, and steamed Chilean sea bass with black bean sauce which was super tender. We thought the pan-seared black pepper steak would be thinner slices but they were large chunks. Pretty tender though. The chicken salad and string beans were just ok for me compared to the other dishes. Overall not super authentic but still a tasty meal and fun to eat here given the hype and history of the restaurant.

Ok we went back and Yall Got to Try to Carrot Cake Dessert! (If they have it...). It actually is…read morereal healthy caked carrot, not like you're thinking, but it's made good with spices and talent! The momo's were delicious! And we also got the bison jerky plate again, which is kinda what I want here . We're gonna be back!

Love all the flavors!…read more We ordered: Dal that khana set chicken $27.99 - a very interesting presentation but the actual chicken curry is just a tiny bowl so I dunno about the value of this item. Chhoila chicken Momo 10 pcs $19.98 -- I was warned about the spice level that this can be really spicy and in actuality, it's not that spicy -- so if you're used to eating spicy food, you'll enjoy this dumpling. For reviewers who didn't enjoy the momos, it's probably because they ordered a plain version. Timur chicken $18.99 - this one was the highlight! Has that numbing Sichuan pepper -- simply delicious! Buffalo jhaneko sekuwa set $23.99 - spicy and flavorful. My only critique is that there wasn't enough buffalo Service was polite. Wait was 15 minutes for dishes to arrive to the table. Ambiance is typical dark vibe. I love the comfortable booth seating. Not crowded at all at 3pm on a Friday. Parking was about a block away. Total bill was $99.25 for 4 dishes. I thoroughly enjoyed most of the flavors and my overall experience was good but the portions for the meat are rather small so I have to mark down a star for overall value.