The restaurant was very busy when we arrived. We sat at the bar and were immediately welcomed. We…read moreordered the appetizers that included the fig and cheese pIzza, short rib bites and the burrata and almond toast. All the food was really good. It tasted fresh and was well prepared and arrived quickly but with one error. The short rib bites came as a dinner and not as an appetizer. This is where the service shined. After the food was delivered, our waiter, Joseph came to check on our order. Noticing the mistake, he immediately apologized and corrected it. The important thing to note here is not only the service but the attention to detail in the order. How nice it was to have a waiter to check on your order and actually remember what you ordered. That type of service made this a five star restaurant.

Enjoyed a delicious burger today. It was fresh and cooked just right. The lettuce was fresh, and…read morethe "secret sauce" was better than expected (much better than Thousand Island!). Fries were crispy. I do wish they were served with a sauce besides ketchup, but that's probably me just used to mayonnaise with fries from marrying a European. It would be great to have a slice of tomato included, too. Service was okay. Will return!

Absolutely unreal food and service. All farm to table, the…read moreowner is the greatest human ever and the quality matches the vibe. If you want fresh, flavorful and amazing cuisine that transports you to Italy; this is your spot.

The server, who might also be the owner, wouldn't let me use the restroom until I arrived with my…read morewhole party. He made it clear he wanted me to order something before being seated. He then suggested I go eat at "bucco de peppo", clearly indicating he didn't think I could afford to eat there. When he saw how upset I was getting, he asked me to wait and said he "has" something for me. The guy came out and try to hand me a doggy biscuit. This place is either owned or staffed by people that are not familiar with this area. Beware of going here if you have any melanin in your skin.

I came here for my friend's baby sprinkle and this is such a cute venue! Located in the heart of…read moredowntown Los Gatos, there's a beautiful outdoor seating and the inside is wonderfully themed and has amazing whimsical decor. Service was amazing, the servers helped us set up a little of the balloon arch and was very attentive the whole time to make sure we had enough napkins, waters were available, took so many photos, and even helped carry the balloon arch across the street to my friend's car. The eggs Benedict with Kahlua pork was delicious and the crispy potatoes. The blueberry matcha was so creamy and I loved the contrast of the two flavors. Everything was spot on and so aesthetic!

Been here once for brunch and once for dinner. Walked in without a reservation for brunch on a…read moreweekend with no issue being seated right away. Seated right away when we made a dinner reservation on a weekend. The outdoor patio dining is lovely and quaint. Service was fine for brunch but terrible for dinner. Our server didn't come back after delivering our entrees for over an hour. Also a little sus that both times they didn't have the protein that was written on the menu. I ordered the duck for breakfast and they substituted with pork. I ordered the halibut for dinner and they substituted for cod and charged me for a salmon...They were also already out of the short rib and one other entree on a Saturday early dinner service around 5 pm. Not sure what is going on here that they are running out of proteins so early in the weekend. The food for brunch and dinner are both good, a little pricey. We started with the deviled eggs. I ordered the halibut that was substituted with a cod served over forbidden rice and a side of broccoli. The fish was cooked well and the vegetables were also cooked perfectly, very buttery and delicious. My husband ordered the scallop risotto that was also cooked perfectly. Comes with three hefty scallops. Risotto was also a perfect cook. Come back for the atmosphere, maybe grab a nice latte or coffee beverage, but not sure we'll be back for a substantial meal.

A Hidden Gem in the Hills: Sips, Sights, and a Whole Lot of Fun at Los Gatos Soda Works…read more We had been wanting to dine at Los Gatos Soda Works for a long time--always in town, but never venturing far enough to remember it was tucked away in the hills. We finally made it, and we were so glad we tried it! My husband and I stopped in for a date night featuring appetizers and drinks, and what a fun restaurant it turned out to be. The service was superb, and both the drinks and appetizers were tasty, fun, and beautifully designed. We enjoyed one of our classic favorites when we dine out: heirloom tomatoes and burrata. It certainly did not disappoint. We also tried the Kobe Steak Tartare, which was a first for us anywhere. Since I wasn't drinking that evening, I chose a zero-proof option called Serendipity, and I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. My husband explored the cocktail menu with the Kentucky Buck, Second Wind, Man and His Mule, and Picture Perfect--which was brilliantly served in glassware that looked like a camera lens! He thoroughly enjoyed every single one of them. Every drink was meticulously created with a fun, imaginative theme, including one playful cocktail served in a mini bathtub complete with a rubber duck in it (though I can't recall the exact name). It's definitely one I'll have to try on our next visit!

Pretty cool interesting cocktails. While the drinks were made well, creative, and fun, id say some…read morewere hit or miss tastewise. My fav was prob the green thumb. Vibes are chill. It reminds me more of a restaurant than a bar but the service was great and it's an easy place to catch up and talk

Hercules is a fantastic spot to grab a bite - it has a gorgeous atmosphere paired with truly…read moreexceptional food. We've tried their fish, carnitas, and birria tacos - all of which were amazing, though the birria and fish tacos were the clear standouts. The mango paired with the crispy fish is a true winner & you can't beat the ultimate comfort food of the birria taco. The presentation of the food is also stunning, with dishes served beautifully on black slate plates and mini cast-iron pans. I have to give a special shout-out to the chef: this is officially the only restaurant where I have actually finished the accompanying sides of refried beans and rice. They were absolutely outstanding! If you haven't been to Hercules yet, it is a must-visit. Don't miss out on their great drinks either--the hibiscus margarita is highly recommended!

I was very very pleased with the food and our experience here. We came here on a Saturday night and…read moreI was very surprised that it wasn't busier than it was for the location being great and the food being wonderful. Enjoyed the large tables, lights and ambiance. Would be a fun place for a group to get together. Now for the food - we were very happy with everything we ordered. We started with the queso fundido which was smaller than I expected but very good! For entrees we tried the quesabirria and fish tacos. The birria taco may have been my favorite bite! Delicious!! The enchiladas trio was also well executed. Tried the TJ Caesar Salad, the tamales and the chips and guac. The guac was another star, but the tamales were probably my next favorite bite. I would recommend trying 1 of each of the flavors. All were good and the sweet corn tamale was a surprise hit!! Would definitely come back here again!

AMAZING food, we were absolutely spoiled by the fabulous cuisine and excellent service. Even more…read moreamazing that we rolled up without a reservation on a busy Friday night and had one of the best Italian meals on the planet. I just wish I could dine there every day. We enjoyed arugula salads with grape tomatoes and salmon with vegetables. Every food item was perfectly prepared, tasty and utterly delicious. We followed dinner with a spumoni bombe - covered with chocolate. Heartily recommended for food and ambiiance.

I have to agree with a 3 star review from a year ago. Food:…read moreBread was good everything else was lost in the sauce. Service we were greeted and seated promptly. Once the food arrived there was no follow up. We had to flag another server down for some condiments I really wanted to like this restaurant because the outdoor seating is inviting However I was sad that my out of town guest ate little and refused a take home container my pesto and salmon pasta was too heavy on the dairy and the salmon was not fresh it had that stale salmon strong taste., which I decided to bring home for my pet. I had a Sicilian coworker who was passionate about Sicilian food. Unfortunately the food here lacked passion. It failed to deliver for us. I would not bring out of town guests here unless you've had a previous experience with the food on par with the higher reviews. I'm sorry that I had to rate this as such.

One of the wineries we visited recommended stopping here for dinner. We were not disappointed!…read moreWe arrived early for the dinner crowd and were seated promptly. We chose to enjoy the sidewalk seating. Our server was excellent and she provided some recommendations for dinner. We took all of them and were quite happy! Two of us split the plates so we could try a couple options. I would definitely suggest that if your group is willing. The patio was bustling with people walking by and quite enjoyable! We would definitely return!

NO FLAVOR! NO SEASONINGS! BARELY ANY SERVICE! We were sat…read moreright between the bar and the tables so everyone had to pass us going in and out of the kitchen . NO EXCUSES!

I was looking for a restaurant to have a nice birthday dinner for my husband. ASA Los Gatos was…read morebookmarked for a long time... so long that I had forgotten it was even on my list. I was able to make a last minute reservation without having to commit to a deposit, which was a breath of fresh air these days. After our great experience I regret not trying the restaurant sooner, but hey, better late than never. I made reservations for 5pm on a Friday. There was ample parking at the private lot since it was still early. ASA had a pretty interior with a relaxed upscale atmosphere. Overall customer experience was exemplary. Employees were very friendly and courteous, and the wait staff was especially attentive. Also appreciated that our food came out in a timely manner. We shared the king trumpet mushroom appetizer, arrabiata pasta, and the Argentine steak, which was the perfect amount of food. Everything was incredibly flavorful and delicious. The appetizer surprised me the most with its uniqueness. The mushroom stems were cut paper thin and had the slightest essence of smokiness. Loved the chickpea puree. The Argentine steak was perfectly medium rare, and the meat itself was so tender. The fries were excellent. The fries were made the way I love them - light, airy, and crispy. Addictive and hard to resist. Lastly, the arrabiata pasta was solid. I did think the pasta was cooked 30 seconds too long, but the sauce really made up for the dish. The arbol chili and fresh garlic packed on some heat. We look forward to coming back for the steak and to try the mushroom rigatoni that everyone raves about!

We had a pleasant family dinner at ASA. The space is lovely and the food generally good. Service…read morewas quite slow - and we wanted a leisurely pace. First the food. Appetizers were awesome. The squash blossoms stole the show, with tender, cheese-filled blossoms, a lovely sauce, and grilled zucchini. The Iberico ham was on point, and the olive oil accompanying our baguette was top notch. Entrees were very good. Two of us had the exotic mushroom pasta, and it was outstanding. Al dente pasta, rich sauce, and plenty of mushrooms. Two of us had the halibut special with white wine risotto and red pepper coulis. The risotto was impeccable and the coulis sharp and creamy. Sadly the fish was overcooked for both of us. We would have sent it back, but no one checked to see how we were enjoying the entrees. The Argentinian steak and chimichurri was quite good. The two desserts we tried (panna cotta and cheesecake) were satisfying, but portions a bit small. Wine list was well-curated and cocktails all delicious. Overall, a lovely dinner.

Absolutely fabulous first visit to Hero Ranch Kitchen for my birthday! Impeccable service by…read moreRichard, amazing food, wines that are reasonably priced (maybe 10-20% markup). DH and I shared the beet salad - so subtle for beets. He even enjoyed it, even though he isn't a "beet person". We then shared the lamb chop appetizer with the best tzatziki outside of Greece. Both of us completely enjoyed the Wagyu filet - we aren't huge eaters so next time we will split it. At $68 this is a steal! Finally, we were comped a Caramel Popcorn Sunday to celebrate my birthday - decadent! We sat outside, toward the back - this felt like one of the quieter areas. We will definitely be back!

Me and my wife dined for dinner last Friday and we had such a great time. First off, the restaurant…read moreis cozy and reminds me of a home in the middle of the woods which is beautiful of course. We sat outside and enjoyed over a few cocktails, sushi bites, Fork & Knife Caesar, and their 16oz Bone-in Ribeye. Everything was perfect. I'd like to specifically thank Gabriela for doing such a great job with her customer service and treating us like such important guests. She's attentive and also knowledgeable about the menu. We loved their steak! This is one of the best rib-eye steaks I've had up to date. I can taste the grill and also the texture is tender and buttery. Heads up, they don't have steak sauce because they don't need it!! The steak is perfect on its own literally. I recommend changing their scalloped potatoes for mashed potatoes instead. I paired this with their Hero Espresso Martini; it was super light tasting and creamy. No punch at all which is nice. Me and my wife love Hero Ranch and will definitely come back again soon. Thank you again Gabriela!

Honey, Olives, and Oktoberfest: A Slice of Perfection at Centonove…read more We decided to stop for lunch on our way to Oktoberfest this week with family visiting from out of the country, hoping for a quick bite that wouldn't fill us up too much before the festivities. We were seated quickly and taken care of by Sarah, who was wonderfully friendly, personable, and welcoming, engaging in conversation without ever feeling intrusive. On her gracious recommendation, we added a drizzle of spicy honey to accompany our Salsiccia e Prosciutto pizza, and we are so glad we did--it was an absolute hit at our table! Along with the Salsiccia e Prosciutto, we also ordered the Pera pizza. For appetizers, we shared the oven-roasted olives and a peach-and-pistachio burrata salad. As an olive lover, my go-to favorite completely hit the spot, and while I wasn't initially sure about peaches with burrata, the seasonal combination was a perfect, hard-to-devour masterpiece that I'll order again and again. While I couldn't drink on this visit and missed out on the Brecciarolo wine, everyone else in my party thoroughly enjoyed it. Sitting outside in the fresh air and shaded dining area made for an ideal afternoon. If you want authentic fresh pizza, Centonove is your restaurant, and we will definitely be back!

We were meeting some of our future In laws for dinner in the days before our son's wedding. The…read more"kids" picked this place, and it was a great choice. The minor quibble was that the outdoor space was so tight, anytime anyone wanted to get away from the table, multiple people had to get us and move out of the way - then again when they came back to the table.... We shared the meatballs for an appetizer. Tender and authentically italian. I got the pear and gorgonzola pasta, which was fantastic, might have been better as a smaller portion as an appetizer as it is RICH (in the best way possible). Hubby had the chicken parm, and you can never really go wrong there, this as a nice rendition - nice and thin and crispy. Dessert was sort a chocolate pudding, that was kinda a dud. I should have gotten the molten cake..but no worries, we were all so busy chatting and getting to now each other, the food was not the focus (which is not the norm for me!)