This opened few months ago and my husband said we were gonna try it one of these days.... We used…read moreto go there before when it was still Shari's cafe. And so one Saturday morning we finally went to have our breakfast date lol at 8 in the morning! Im not really a breakfast person on a daily basis but we consider this our "date" and we only get to do it once in awhile anyways so why not!? Lol l actually love that since we got in around 8 no long line to wait so we got seated right away even though there were a lot of people dining already. Coz everytime I pass around here when I go shopping in the area, there's always a long line around lunch time. We ordered the eggs Benedict combo meal($27 for two) where you can split what type of eggs Benedict you want. I got the classic and husband got the chicken katsu. Weird right? Lol well they have like 9-10 different types of them so you pick your own. It was a big serving so it was just perfect for the two of us. Mine was just perfect the Canadian ham and egg plus the hollaindaise sauce was so perfect and creamy and then with my coffee oh it just hits the spot yummm . Service was fast and staff were very attentive. I love their decor too and looks really clean. We left happy and satisfied. To add more. We came back after 2 weeks! This time it was on a Sunday lol Ordered Ribeye w chimichurri with 3 eggs and toast combo w hash brown. Hubby and I shared again. And again... it was perfect! We left happy and satisfied. Highly recommend.

The Breakfast Club is one of my favorite places to frequent and I always have a great experience. I…read moreshould have written a positive review a while ago.. HOWEVER, today while eating at the bar with my partner, a staff named Alison was sweeping right nearby us and swept right over my feet and touched my feet with the broom. What's worse, is when I looked at her in shock, she didn't even bother to acknowledge me or apologize. I was upset for Two reasons: it was 2 hours before closing, you don't need to be kicking up dirt and dust when clients are eating, and in my culture it is VERY disrespectful to sweep someone's feet; in fact we believe it to be bad luck. It ruined my meal and quite frankly, I'm feeling like I underreacted in the moment for how disrespected I felt. I hope the manager communicates to their staff about awareness and appropriate behaviors while clients are still dining.

This place always meets expectations and more…read more I remember everytime I would come to this area before the pandemic, there would always be a long line and it'd love quickly. We were there right when they opened on a Saturday morning and got the fried rainbow trout platter with brussel sprouts and salad, jambalaya and fried catfish with fries. Each dish was well made and so flavorful! The portions were also generous and hearty. I was with three people who were having it for the first time and it was amajor hit with the crew. I've been thinkjng about when we can come back for more!

Went to lunch on a Sunday at Southern Comfort kitchen. Ordered jambalaya, catfish shrimp with…read morecheese grits, Brussel sprouts and beignets. Catfish shrimp and cheese grits were a 10/10! The batter and crunch from the fish and shrimp was delicious. I didn't finish my grist and had them the next day and just as good. Brussels sprouts could have been chopped in 1/4 to get more sauce on them or cooked a little more tender. The Jambalaya was seasoned perfectly for me. The beignets were very dense and not light on the inside, maybe skip those next time. The brown sugar lemonade was on point!! Would recommend for a brunch date on a the weekends. The staff were helpful and responsive. Food came out quickly and the music set the ambiance

Cordial Cellar + Lounge (located downstairs at the Castro Valley Marketplace) is a great spot for…read moregrabbing a drink, eating some light bites and listening to music. They also have various events. :: Trivia Tuesday :: Wednesday Wine Tasting :: Live Music Saturdays :: Friday & Saturday: Olive & Finn Boutique and pop-up events throughout the month ** 5 Star Review: Pop Up Brunch and Saturday Live Music *** I recently attended Eats by E Brunch last Sunday and returned this evening to catch up with a friend and listen to music. Place is spacious, lively, dimly lit with music playing at a level you can have a conversation. Table ordered a steak sandwich with salad, cheese sandwich with tomato soup and a five-spice pork ragu over polenta. We all enjoyed our dishes. Food is 3.5-4/5 stars and would like to see a bit more to keep it interesting but know their kitchen setup is limited. No wine with this visit. Dessert: Orange brownie was simple with orange zest and the Hawaiian bread pudding was different and flavorful. Good to see the place bustling and look forward to future rotating pop up events. Got a chance to talk to the owner, Stacey as I recognized her from the Eats by E event the week prior. My bad, didn't know she was the owner of Cordial Cellar & Lounge but all good as she was super welcoming, friendly and was very accommodating when asked if we could pay for our own dishes separately. At the end of the evening perused the Olive & Finn Boutique and quickly welcomed by Jackie who was explaining items like the handmade jewelry and some hand stitched clothing. Such cute items and will visit another time. Recommend Cordial Cellar & Lounge for a date night, special group outing or relax and listen to some music. The Ken Seideman Jazz Trio plays the month of February. Great jazz!

Owner was so chill, knew everyone. Easy to talk with, seemed genuinely interested in what was going…read moreon on with her guests. The food was amazing and the drink selection was fun and interesting.

My boyfriend has told me about Denica's several times. This weekend, after a visit to the Oakland…read moreZoo, I finally had a chance to try. Come hungry and with a group. Portions are HUGE here, and the best strategy is to order a couple of dishes to share with other people. When my boyfriend, boyfriend's sister, and I came, we each got the kalua pork, eggs benedict, and mochiko chicken plate. While we waited for our food, we also helped ourselves to their complimentary chips and salsa - both made in-house! Our food was delicious. Lots of leftovers to take home and enjoy the next day. I appreciated the option to substitute home fries with roasted vegetables in my eggs benedict dish. I would gladly come again. Next time, I may also bring home a pastry or two from their pastry case.

I called four times and was hung up on each time. Finally, around 12:30 PM today, a woman answered…read moreand immediately placed me on hold. I waited over 20 minutes and she never came back to the phone, so I eventually hung up. I called back two more times and was hung up on again. When a gentleman finally answered, I explained that I had been trying to get through for almost 40 minutes and could literally hear someone picking up the phone and hanging up. I also explained that when someone finally did answer, I was left sitting on hold for over 20 minutes. I told him I wanted to escalate the situation and make a complaint because the service was completely unacceptable. He simply said, "Oh, sorry," and then hung up on me as well. At this point, what is the purpose of having a phone line if employees are just going to pick up and hang up on customers or leave them sitting on hold without ever coming back? I was trying to place an order for eight people, and instead I'll be taking our business across the street to The Breakfast Club. Denny's is losing loyal customers because of experiences like this. I really hope management reviews who was working during this time and addresses the situation with the staff.

This was my first time eating at Harry's Hofbrau. I went on a Sunday because I wanted to try their…read moreprime rib, but unfortunately, I found out they don't serve it on Sundays. I ended up ordering the Beef Stroganoff, and it was really good! The beef was tender, the sauce was rich and flavorful, and the portion was very generous. It came with rice, a side salad, and a roll, so it was definitely a filling meal. Overall, I had a great first experience. The food was delicious, portions were huge, and I'd definitely come back -- especially to finally try the prime rib next time!

It was family and I's first time here and my mom actually found this place through a Foodie…read moreYouTuber she watches. There's lots of parking even though we went on a Saturday afternoon. Once you walk inside, you get in line to order your food, & after you get your food, choose any of the empty tables to sit at. This format reminds me a lot of Disneyland/California Adventure. I ordered the baked ham, bleu cheese salad, and mashed potatoes. My family each got a different type of meat. The collective favorite was definitely the brisket. I'd definitely come back one day! We all really enjoyed our time here.

Please excuse the pic of me out of the hospital 2 years ago in the photos uploaded to this…read morerestaurant page!, I was skinny and still recovering health wise! They had lots of delicious food jnside, something for everyone although I've never seen breakfast inside a Thai place before I always go straight for the lunch :) All the staff were very welcoming and let us take our time to order as we do get picky on what we order. Our time that we went, it was busy and they did have plenty of people who were waiting. It does tend to get busy on weekends. I do like chicken a lot after all these years and thats what I had. Overall this was a pleasurable experience, and we're going to visit soon as we're due for a visit.

We came in as a group of seven and, unfortunately, felt rushed to place our orders because we were…read moretold the kitchen was closing. While the food arrived fairly quickly, nothing really stood out, especially considering the prices, which I felt were a bit high for the overall quality. On a positive note, the restaurant has a beautiful, spacious interior with two separate dining sections, which creates a nice atmosphere. However, the service was disappointing. Despite the automatic 20% gratuity, our server never checked back to see how we were doing, refilled our water, or offered any condiments such as hot sauce. What made the experience more confusing was that additional guests arrived after us, so we weren't sure why we were rushed to order in the first place. Overall, the ambiance was nice, but the food and service didn't quite justify the price. Unfortunately, I would rather explore other dining options than to return.

I had passed this location many times but when some friends wanted to stop by for a light catch up…read moredining experience. They selected this restaurant. Wow was I surprised as the high quality of the food. We shared devil eggs, the sticky dry fried ribs and a salad. Oh my was it an epicurean delight. The food was served timely and tasty. The servers were kind and knowledgeable recommending the menus specialities and I was not disappointed. The drinks were above board and mixed to perfection. This is another San Leandro hidden jewel. The atmosphere was so inviting. Warm and calm, whether you were seated inside or out, you felt comfortable. There was nothing on the menus I would not recommend and the portions are not skimpy. I recommend you order different items so you can share and sample many of the items on the menu. Given the economic climate, the prices are reasonable. I enjoyed my dining experience so much, my husband and I went there 3 days later and was not disappointed and he is somewhat selective. Those I have recommended this restaurant to, have enjoyed their experience also. I highly recommend you try it out and put it on your list of regular favorites. Bon appetite!

We've been to SOLA so many times for brunch, happy hour and get togethers. Staff is always…read moreattentive and friendly. Only complaint is that bar orders come out slow even when they have multiple bartenders. We've probably tried everything on their menu. Our favorites: Chicken wings - 10 wings for only $16 Mac & cheese is always a good shareable Buttermilk Fried Chicken sandwich is very flavorful Poutine with brisket - mix it up so you get the sauce on the bottom Brisket nachos - flavorful and a good portion for sharing

The food is always fresh and hot. The service is great…read more Very friendly. Know them all by names. Huge portions. Priced reasonably. Love the place. My fav Bruce

The staff and greeter were great - friendly, welcoming, and easily the best part of the experience…read more Unfortunately, the food didn't come close to justifying the prices. I ordered the Firecracker Smash Burger, expecting at least a little heat given the name. Instead, there was absolutely no spice, and it tasted like your average, everyday burger. Nothing particularly memorable or worth the premium price. The fries were decent, but that's about it. We also ordered wings, which were equally disappointing; dry, unappetizing, and nothing to write home about. Overall, the prices are exorbitant for the quality of food being served. What I also find baffling is the concept of having a full-on sports bar atmosphere in the bar area, complete with TVs showing games, only to close at 3 PM while those very games are still going on. What's the point? Seems like a strange business decision for a place that clearly could cater to sports fans. Great service, but extremely mediocre food, inflated prices, and questionable operating hours. Unfortunately, I left pretty underwhelmed and won't be returning.

Walked in on a Saturday night with no reservations around 6:30 and was seated right away for a…read moreparty of two. We ordered the brussel sprouts, Venetian aracini, summer special with swordfish, and rigatoni bolognese. The brussel sprouts were tossed and coated in parmesan cheese. The pieces were crispy without feeling heavy and paired nicely with the chili aioli. The aracinis were delectable. The filling was creamy, but the tomatoes provided freshness to the dish. The swordfish is plated on top of basil pesto risotto. Never had swordfish before, but this had my tastebuds dancing. The piece of fish was decently sized, marinated and moist, although the risotto can get a bit heavy. The pasta was cooked to al dente, and there were chunks of meat throughout the dish. Solid plate of pasta. Came out already topped with parmesan cheese. Some of their menu items are a part of a pre fixe menu for $55 thats offered in the afternoons Monday-Friday such as the salmon, short rib, and chicken piccata options. There is a bar area located deep in the restaurant. The servers were attentive and checked up on us and refilled our water several times.

Went to lunch on a Tuesday with two friends to celebrate a birthday…read more The owner was very confrontational when the birthday girl, a former restaurant owner, criticized her clam linguini as delicious but overly sandy. She just wanted him to note that the kitchen did not allow them to filter out the sand. He exploded and said all clams would be sandy and suggested she was ignorant. FYI, I have linguine and clams at many restaurants and have never had that much sand in it. He obviously does not know how to speak to customers and also has a problem with women. Criticism is met with anger and denial. Beware: if you express any dissatisfaction with your meal, you might be confronted by the owner, who will try to intimidate you, argue with you for way too long and tell you that you are wrong. Even though a manager came by to apologize with gift cards encouraging us to give them another try, we will never go back. This will be our last $300 lunch at Paradiso.

Great food Very friendly staff and fast service…read morePlace looks small from outside but has enough space for large groups Definitely recommend

Food was good, nothing super special but all tasty and cooked well. Our table of 8 ordered 3 of the…read moredaily specials (spaghetti di mare, long cod and short ribs) which were all fresh and enjoyed. Staples like the chicken Marsala and linguine vongole were good as well. Prices were also very reasonable which is much appreciated these days! Best part was the service - Roberto and the bussers were lovely and attentive. Good Italian food is hit or miss on the East Bay corridor so we are happy to find a place halfway for everyone coming from Berkeley and Cupertino to have a good meal together.