Jayden's the man! Food was AMAZING! Saw this place in Tiktok and it didn't disappoint. You should try the Classic Impression. read more

Food and atmosphere are great and staff is super nice. Mickey took care of us really well. Will come back again! read more

Whisper - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Mateo, California

Mya was the best! She was attentive and provided excellent customer service. The staff refilled our waters when needed. The food was great as well. The carbonara and salt&sweet was our favorite. read more

Came recently to try out this place. Menu is mostly for brunch but also has an interesting fusion Korean + New American Comfort elements. Corn ribs have been on my radar to try for a while. Whisper's version is satisfying and very tasty. I would order this again. I also had a kimchi carbonara. It's creamy and has a slight tang/bite. Instead of the traditional pork cheeks, Whisper's version came with a very tender and tasty braised short ribs. There is no funky fermented kimchi taste at all. I actually crave this a day later. Highly recommended. read more

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New Korean fusion brunch spot in downtown San Mateo. Added our group to the virtual waitlist. Was 26th in line. Wait was about 40 minutes. The restaurant has a second floor but the tables are pretty cramped. They're also open for dinner. The portion is pretty huge. Definitely shareable. I ordered the chicken and waffles for something savory and sweet. It was a good amount. My friend got the kimchi pasta and it was really good. Also ordered an ube latte and mango matcha. Both drinks were good. read more

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Hmm... I definitely wouldn't wait in line for it. TLDR version: The food was bland and the coffee drinks looked pretty but weren't flavorful nor strong. Our server was prompt in the beginning, but never checked on us during our meal and we were waiting what felt like 30+ min to ask for boxes and the check. It's just another place where presentation looks better than what it tastes like. Tired of the bait and switch from these "instagrammable" plates that don't have any substance. The Red Dawn benedict (fried chicken) was incredibly under seasoned. They need to add some oomph in the batter, salt and pepper wouldn't hurt. The kimchi carbonara was decent, but you can barely taste any kimchi. The only thing kimchi about it was the color. The croffle was probably the best thing I tasted on our table. It was fluffy and had the perfect taste. IDK with lots of food options in the area, you have better tasting food elsewhere. It might not look as pretty but you'll get flavor haha. read more

Wonderful ambiance with high ceilings and comfortable seats . service and food were great. Parking can be a bit challenging but we got lucky finding a metered space 2 blocks away. Perfect restaurant to dine and enjoy with family and friends. Will definitely come back to try other items . read more

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I went there for my birthday brunch and I noticed there was an open section and an upstairs section. The upstairs section felt more exclusive and it was easier to have a conversation. The food was definitely tasty but I had a few observations. Gogi Morning beef was tasty but the egg was a tad bit overcooked as the yolk started to harden. Yolk was still runny! The matcha pancake had a great cream top with a good subtle hint of matcha taste. It's a great alternative to the traditional pancake setup with syrup. The creme brulee French toast was definitely a star! Not too sweet and can actually be eaten on its own without the syrup. Iced Pandan latte was alright, I'd rather go to a Vietnamese coffee shop that specializes in that. But it was still a solid drink! Ambiance was very lively with many parties excited over the menu and seeing what they should try. Service was very prompt and friendly! read more

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Friend and I had dinner here on Sunday 7/26/2026. She made a reservation online and we were seated immediately. I had the shrimp scampi avocado toast and she had the ceviche, which we both enjoyed. Unfortunately one of the waitresses said they were out of eggs - this wouldn't be an issue if 3-4 sections of the menu weren't focused on eggs. As a result, our options were limited. Whisper seems to be better known for brunch so we likely would have been able to take full advantage of their vast menu if we came earlier in the day. Service was very attentive, with multiple wait staff checking in on us and refilling our water glasses. We loved the variety of chairs. Lots of seating available and not too noisy/easy to have a conversation. I don't live in the area but would consider coming back for brunch with my friend! read more

We came here for a girls day brunch and I'm so glad our friend made a reservation ahead of time because it was so busy! - PARKING - We couldn't get a street spot so we parked in the nearby parking structure and walked over. - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - Beautiful tall ceilings with upper and lower level dining areas. The upper level is pretty small and tight, but they make it work. We checked in with the host and it took some time to get some parties seated but we eventually got taken to the upper level. It might've been harder for staff to make rounds since we were on the upper level in the corner, as it took some time for them to come get our order. We also asked for shared plates but had to flag staff twice before they almost doubled up on the request. - FOOD - We ordered the following to share amongst the 4 of us: - Corn Ribs - Creme Brulee French Toast - Kimchi Carbonara - Pork Belly Benedict We were all satisfied at the end as it was a good amount of food. My favorite was probably the Kimchi Carbonara. - OVERALL - A nice brunch spot with Asian flavors that make breakfast dishes more interesting! read more

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This was our first time trying Whisper after seeing so many positive Yelp reviews. We joined the Yelp waitlist before arriving, checked in with the staff, and were pleasantly surprised to be called much sooner than the estimated wait time. The restaurant is fairly spacious with high ceilings, but that also makes it very loud once it's busy. Conversation can be a bit difficult because of the noise level. The food was just okay--not bad, but not memorable. The pasta I ordered was very creamy and quite heavy. We also tried the cast iron beef dish. I really enjoyed the crispy mixed potato tots, but the overall dish felt a little greasy, perhaps because of the cast iron skillet. The beef itself was tender, but it lacked seasoning and flavor. I think serving it with more kimchi to mix with the rice would really help balance the richness and add more flavor. The biggest disappointment was the service. The staff all seemed to be constantly running around and extremely busy, making it difficult to get anyone's attention. I only needed a refill of water and some extra napkins, but I had to flag down multiple servers before anyone responded. Even then, one server brought the water while another later brought the napkins. It wasn't a huge request, but it felt unnecessarily difficult to get basic service. Overall, Whisper has a nice atmosphere and a convenient Yelp waitlist system, but the food didn't quite live up to the hype, and the service needs to be more attentive. I'd consider giving it another try, but this first visit was just average. read more

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Whisper has been on my to try list for the longest time- if you show up in person, they may be able to seat you quicker than if you just sign up on the Yelp waitlist! I came here with a party of 5 on a Sunday, and the hostess managed to get us in relatively quickly. Deciding what to get here was the hardest part. Everything looked and sounded amazing. I opted for two appetizers (the truffle wagyu yukke and lox and cream cheese), my friends ordered the gogi morning, the Latin Sunrise, the Morning Edition, and a side of apple chicken sausage. I enjoyed the truffle wagyu yukke- it was a bit sweet (likely due to the shingo pear) and I didn't get strong hints of truffle from the truffle oil (maybe truffle salt or flakes would've been stronger?), but I enjoyed it and found the dish refreshing. The lox and cream cheese was good, but I wouldn't get it again just because they have so many more specialty dishes that you wouldn't be able to find anywhere else! My favorite was the gogi morning (my friend subbed out the potato wedges for French fries- this was definitely the right choice!). The beef was so tender and sweet, and the caramelized onions and croissant added an amazing buttery and sweet taste to the dish that wasn't too overwhelming. The fries were seasoned so well and fried perfectly. I'm obsessed. Whisper is one of many Asian inspired brunch places that does what they do very well. read more

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A beautiful brunch spot with lovely ambiance, luxurious decor, attentive servers, and great food! MUST ORDER: Kimchi Carbonara Pasta My friend and I went on a weekday so there was no wait, but I hear it can get pretty crazy on the weekends. We ordered the Red Dawn Benedict which is a Korean fried chicken Benedict with the potato medley as well as the Kimchi Carbonara. The Benedict was good but nothing to write home about, but the kimchi carbonara was absolutely amazing. The creaminess was cut by the tangy kimchi and I also liked that it had some meat in it for protein. I thoroughly enjoyed this fusion pasta and will definitely be back for this dish in particular. read more

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FLAVOR (4/5): It's always so interesting to see fusion brunch spots! Loved the truffle cream mushroom appetizer and kimchi carbonara. The sweet and salty was a good croffle but the chicken batter could have been better and crispier. INSTAGRAM WORTHY (5/5): Interior is beautiful, two stories! The plating of the food is so appetizing you just have to take a picture of it type of food. SERVICE (5/5): Friendly staff, food came out quickly! They take reservations here as well. TAKEAWAYS: I enjoyed the variety they have on the menu and the aesthetics of this place. Parking is street parking but the surrounding streets have quite a bit of street parking. Dog friendly! read more

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Glad I gave this place a second try. The first time I went, it was just opening so the service was subpar and some items didn't make it to our table. Now that they've got their groove going, it was a wonderful brunch. Some room for improvement, but I think it's more of my personal preference. The place was buzz in' on a Saturday. I put my name on a couple of waitlists since it was 1:30pm and kind of late and Whisper was the first one that had a seat opened. Inside, the decor is modern and clean. Plus the upstairs section is really cool. Makes the restaurant feel big and open. I got the elderberry hibiscus iced tea, which really just tasted like watered down cranberry juice. But maybe that's what it is. We shared the gochujang fried chicken which was hot, tasty, juicy and with a nice zing of spice. It did make me full before the rest of our items came, though, since the flavor is strong. My boyfriend got the golden age classic burger and he was very happy with it. Thought the size was perfect and it came with a generous pile of French fries. I got the gogi morning Benedict which was great as well. I didn't end up eating the croissant that the eggs and beef sat on because it was super soggy from all the sauces. I would've preferred a crispy, toasted English muffin instead. All-in-all, the service was attentive and the food was delicious. read more

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I feel like most people left reviews for brunch so sharing my experience for dinner! My friend made a reservation for a party of 3 for Friday night at 7:30PM. I got in and let them know I was there with a reservation and I still had to wait 15 mins to be seated despite having a reservation. The place was almost full but I saw two open tables (I assume they just didn't have coverage for that table, but just noting it.) When I got seated, I saw an ant on my menu which was on my table and it had to come from somewhere soo... Anyway we ordered three pastas and a drink. The pastas came relatively quickly, but the drink took longer than the pasta come for some reason lol. The kimchi carbonara was great - exceeded expectations after reading previous reviews. Super heavy and creamy though. The seafood jjampong inspired pasta had a creamy but tangy flavor which I felt allowed me to eat more of it. The miso pasta was a bit too sweet for my liking. We felt that they could've used a different noodle though - all noodle dishes used a basic spaghetti. I would return to try the brunch and get the kimchi carbonara again. read more

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The food was a mashup of Asian flare and American standards, Excellent!! We ordered the Gochujang Fried Chix and Avocado-Scampi Toast. The chix was delicious. Juicy fried chix, the batter was not over whelming like some batter driven dishes and was appropriately dressed in the sweet, spicy and tangy sauce. The avocado-scampi was okay. The avocado was spread on, thinly. The cherry tomatoes were warmed and seasoned bedded by scampi, interesting but perhaps needed more Avo chunky, not spread, however it would be fine for someone looking for a lighter fair. Regular coffee for him and a cappuccino for me, both good. The ambiance was adorable and location prime. The service was quick and pleasant. They refilled coffee and water and checked on us a few times. Suggestion:: Go!! read more

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Came here around 6pm and there was plenty of space. We got seated right away. Food came pretty fast. Food was good. Service was great. read more

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Whisper is such a cute addition to downtown San Mateo! The space is super aesthetic, and if you've been here before when it was a brewery, you'll recognize a lot of the original charm. Bonus points for being surrounded by parking garages because we've all fought enough downtown parking battles. The Korean fusion menu absolutely delivers. The gochujang fried chicken was and an easy favorite. The beef tartare was tasty too, though the beef-to-everything-else ratio had me playing a little game of "where's the tartare?" Now let's talk about the kimchi carbonara... I would happily order a bowl of just the sauce and drink it like soup. No shame. It was THAT good. Service was attentive, we were seated immediately on a Saturday night (always a pleasant surprise), and everything came out quickly. Their brunch menu also looks amazing, so I'm already planning my return. And it looks like they kept the speakeasy downstairs too! Guess I'll just have to come back and do some very important research. read more

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Whisper definitely lived up to the hype! The restaurant is spacious and can easily accommodate big groups, which made it perfect for our party. The servers were attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. We ordered the Mango Scallop Ceviche, Kimchi Carbonara Cast Iron, Bulgogi Nachos, Nori Pasta, Corn Ribs, Creme Brulee French Toast, Mango Pancakes, and their matcha drinks. Our absolute favorites were the Creme Brulee French Toast and the Kimchi Carbonara Cast Iron. The French toast was unforgettable we're still talking about it even after leaving! It's rich, perfectly caramelized, and definitely something I'd come back for. The kimchi carbonara had a creamy sauce with just the right amount of spice and was another standout. The Mango Scallop Ceviche was fresh, refreshing, and packed with flavor, while the Bulgogi Nachos were loaded and perfect for sharing. The Nori Pasta wasn't our favorite overall, so we probably wouldn't order it again. That said, the bulgogi on top was incredibly delicious--it was honestly the best part of the dish. The pasta itself just didn't quite come together for us. The Corn Ribs were good, but we felt like they were missing a little something to make them really memorable. The Mango Pancakes looked beautiful, but we probably wouldn't order them again. As for the matcha drinks, we wouldn't recommend them. They tasted too bland for our liking, and we could barely taste the matcha. Overall, Whisper has a great atmosphere, excellent service, and several dishes that are worth coming back for. We'll definitely be back, especially for the Creme Brulee French Toast and the Kimchi Carbonara Cast Iron. Those two dishes alone are worth the visit! Edit: I have to take back what I said about the nori pasta! We had the leftovers the next day and mixed it with the sauce from the Kimchi Carbonara and it tasted SO good. That creamy, flavorful sauce completely transformed the dish. I still wouldn't order the nori pasta on its own again, but if you ever have that kimchi carbonara sauce to pair with it, it's absolutely worth trying! read more

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This brunch spot is so delicious! My favorite dishes are mango pancakes and their creamy white sauce pasta! I do love their side order of the potato medley! It's such a generous amount of assortment of different potatoes in the country fried format! Service is so accommodating. The server that checked us in asked us if we wanted to sit upstairs or sit downstairs. Because stairs are hard on my mom and I she let us sit downstairs. The waiters pour water and they have different drink options! I want to try their affogato at some point! Definitely want to come back and try other food! On the table you can scan the code and it gives you an option to add more food to your tab and gives you a picture menu with description. The ambience has a bit of a loud echo in the space so if you're a bit sensitive I def recommend some type of ear plug to lower the chatter. I really like this place the seats are very comfy. read more

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This place was busy and understandably!! The brunch was top notch and we were pleasantly surprised. With a table of 6, we only waited 15 minutes (which I think was luck). Our favorite was: - the bulgogi benedict, eggs were perfectly poached. (8.5/10) Ask for the potatoes extra crispy!!! These were amazing. - The latte was surprisingly strong and good too! (8/10) Can skip: Chicken and waffles (decent but not anything to come back for!) Gochujang chicken appetizer (a bit too saucy) Mushroom app with bread Servers forgot about us at some moments and had to ask for spoons/plates a couple of times but understandable because they were busy! read more

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Come for: the ambiance of an interesting lunch spot Know that: despite being fusion, choose something that leans one way or another The name Whisper is very appropriate. The dishes I had felt like it had a slight whisper of cultural fusion while largely maintaining the flavor of the normal dish. I was disappointed as my expectations were quite high. I came for dinner and was able to make a reservation which is very nice. The servers were nice but they did seat is at a table too small for the group. Now for the food: Wagyu truffle yukke (4/5): my favorite dish of the night. The pear is always the star and this version was no exception. I loved the little sauce though the fact that this was wagyu made no difference. Same could be said for the truffle. Truffle cream oyster mushrooms (4/5): not bad. Pretty rich. Wish they gave more bread. Again, truffle felt forced here but flavor did come through more than in the yukke. Kimchi carbonara (2/5): this was the dish that ruined the night. This dish felt like someone took a regular "okay" carbonara and added kimchi just to make some instagram posts. The flavor of kimchi was barely noticeable and really did not feel like it even belonged. I would skip this. Overall, I would not wait in line for this place. The food is okay at best, nothing special. I do not believe this fusion concept really worked, felt more like forced integration than cohesion. read more

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Strawberry Guava Refresher - 4/5 Sweet & Salt - 3 tiered KFC with croffle, powdered sugar sprinkle, and some fresh fruit sprinkled around 4/5 Kimchi Carbonara - creamy sauce infused with kimchi with aide or focaccia 5/5 Cast Iron Stone Axe - great taste, definitely more food than the other entrees. Wagyu finger rib definitely more marble texture. Recommend them for those that are looking more for savory than sweet options! 5/5 As a reminder for those that are planning on going, they close between 230 and 530 read more

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I came here with my friends and we were on the waitlist for nearly an hour before we got seated but the food was worth the wait. I got the pineapple mimosa, kimchi carbonara, scrambled eggs with toast and potato and it was delicious! The restaurant is really spacious and the decorations are really cute and a lot of seating so it's a great place to come with friends or family! read more

Whisper - Kimchi Carbonara - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Been wanting to try Whisper for a while now, thankfully my boyfriend and I were able to get off work early to come and try it! We got there right at opening and a line formed behind us fairly quickly. The decor inside is such a lovely mix of modern and cozy - it really sets the tone for a welcoming and a little upscale atmosphere. Lots of seating and it seems they have seating upstairs for overflow, would recommend coming at opening for minimal wait time! We came hungry and ordered quite a lot -- corn ribs, bulgogi nachos, kimchi carbonara and stone axe. Our rundown of the dishes: Corn ribs: 5 stars, so delicious and full of flavor! We really enjoyed this one, would get multiple of these next time! Bulgogi nachos: 1 star, honestly was really disappointing. In both flavor and bulgogi presentation - it was like mediocre nachos with a sprinkle of meat. Not sure if it was just off or what, we didn't really enjoy this one. (Hence the dock of one star) Kimchi carbonara: 10 stars, would highly recommend getting this! It was so filled with flavor, spicy and sweet and savory. The cheese mixed in made the dish all the more remarkable. I was very impressed with this one! Wouldn't recommend switching to sourdough bread on this, stick to their focaccia bread. Stone axe (I can't remember the full name): 4 stars, very delicious! My boyfriend didn't love the kimchi tomato at first but once it was mixed into the rice, it was actually really tasty. I love the different flavors each sub part of the dish had to offer. Overall, would come back to try their other dishes - mostly their brunch options. Very surprised with what whisper had to offer! read more

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Came to Whispers for brunch on a Sunday at 12, and the place was packed. They also have a Yelp waitlist there. Just note that you won't be seated until your full party has arrived. I ordered the mango pancakes and a side of bacon. Sooo good! Light, fresh, and sweet. The side of bacon came with three thick slices. One of my friends wanted to order a burger, but the waiter told her all burgers are cooked well done and that she couldn't choose her preferred temperature. I thought that was a little weird. Another friend ordered the mango pancakes, but they never came out, even after multiple reminders to the staff. Overall, the experience was great for a first timer. The staff was friendly and kept our waters refilled throughout the meal. read more

Whisper - Mango pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Mateo, California

I was in the area so i decided to treat myself to brunch. I didn't wait long but I had first placed myself on the yelp waitlist before they said it wasn't working. I was seated right away when they announced they weren't using the waitlist. I ordered a pandan Matcha iced latte and the gogi morning benedict. Both were very good, i cleaned my plate. Staff were friendly and attentive. The wait for my items was not too long. The space is so cute and decorated fun and eclectic. The furniture was actually really nice. It's been a while since a brunch spot has impressed me! read more

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Service was amazing as per usual, the manager and all the staff are really friendly and welcoming. This is my 2nd time here and I really love coming with a group. The interior overall is so cozy but modern at the same time, perfect for pictures!! Overall I would say the pastas are 7/10. My favorite was the mango pancakes (8/10) and the gochujang chicken (7.5/10). The pancakes were fresh, soft, and topped with fresh cream and mangos (not too sweet either). The chicken was also pretty affordable $15 and was a nice appetizer. read more

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We went for dinner on a Saturday night and were immediately seated. If you're coming from afar, you can also join the waitlist on the Yelp app. We ordered the corn ribs, espresso martini & kimchi carbonara. The kimchi carbonara is my fav dish from here & is definitely a must try. It's so creamy! We were dipping the corn ribs and the bread in the sauce. Corn ribs were good apps. Nothing mind blowing. The espresso martini, my fiancé ranked it his second favorite & wished it was more creamy. Parking is street meter. After 6pm it's free. Can be difficult to find parking on weekends. Would come back again for the kimchi carbonara!! it lives in my mind rent free. read more

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Perfect vibes for a girl brunch. I've done so 2 weekends back to back already and everyone has been happy. Just be sure to make a reservation unless you don't mind waiting 35-45 minutes on a weekend. The menu has variety, service is good, and food is tasty. Fresh squeezed orange juice available is the cherry on top. I tried: -Chicken and waffles -Build your own breakfast with sweet potato fries, scrambled eggs, toast, and bulgogi beef -Fresh orange juice Looking forward to trying dinner service one day. read more

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Went here for lunch and boy was it crowded! Thankfully we only had to wait about 15 minutes before we were seated. We got the matcha pancakes, gochujang chicken & kimchi carbonara. The food came out pretty quickly which was great! The matcha pancakes were okay, a bit bitter for my taste although the foam that goes on top with the strawberries and nuts was quite tasty. The gochujang chicken was crispy and well seasoned. Our favorite though was the kimchi carbonara. Such a delicious fusion dish! The restaurant is bright and has a cute cafe style ambiance. Would come back but definitely making a reservation next time! read more

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Huge wait time ever since they opened. Our family had a reservation and still had to wait after we checked in. Amazing decor inside and even the utensils had a unique touch to it. Great food selection for brunch - Korean/American fusion. Overall, I would like to come back if the wait time wasn't so long. Truffle oyster - expected to be creamier - more watery. Corn ribs - mild flavor Kimchi carbonara - probably my favorite dish! Very delicious and flavor was rich. Creamy and savory! We even saved the leftover sauce to mix with other noodles afterwards. Fried chicken and waffles - felt like just every other place Latin sunrise omelette - it was good! Very light and healthy. I really enjoyed eating the purple yam with it. read more

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My family came here for Father's Day with a reservation. Considering how busy they were, we had a great time. The space is very nice with an additional upstairs area. We unfortunately did have to wait a while for half of our dishes to come out. However, the staff were very accommodating and consistently came to update us on our items. We were told that two of their chefs called out sick so it was understandable. The food was delicious. We got a variety of items but my favorite was the kimchi carbonara. Definitely recommend it. I would love to try their breakfast menu one of these days. read more

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Aside from the long wait, foods are excellent, rich, heavy, and very tasty with a twist of surprise and creativity. read more

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Father's Day dinner. Busy spot but made easier w/ reservations through Yelp. Friendly staff that was attentive. Cool and casual vibe with a comfy interior. Seating at 2 levels. Food was good. Kimchi carbonara was a clear winner. Every dish presented well... however, some dishes lacked a bit of flavor. Will try their brunch next time. Worth a try. read more

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Saw this place in my IG feed, and so since I was in the area, I decided to try it. Came here for dinner so I was not able to order The Omelets Series, The Morning Edition, and Benedict Studies. I ordered the Sweet & Salt. It was a little funky looking with one medium sized chicken on top and three smaller ones underneath it. But the taste was good! The croffle was cooked perfectly. The chicken was nicely coated and tender. The inside of the restaurant was aesthetically nice. Great atmosphere. read more

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Made a reservation for 12:15 PM for party size 6 adults, 3 kids. We were not seated until 12:50 PM. This is an additional 35 min of waiting. What is then, the point of having a reservation on file? Service: there did not seem to have a designated server for each section. We probably had 2-3 different servers assist us, which made the service inconsistent). We had to ask twice for the following things: extra plates, and the check. Ordering system: There is a QR code to scan for the menu and order, but it did not allow for customization. We had to flag down a server to help us place the order to accommodate for allergies. Food: we ordered 2x the cioppino, 2x cast iron stone axe, 1 seafood jjangbong pasta, and 1 sweet & salt. The dishes did not come out all at once. First 1 cioppino came out, followed by the sweet & salt, 1 cast iron. Maybe about 10 minutes later the second cast iron axe arrived, followed by the jjangbong pasta. The last cioppino arrive about 20 minutes from the time the first dish landed on our table. There should not be such a long wait for food served to the same party. By the time the first dish was finished, the last dish arrived. And the irony? It's the same dish. There are plenty of brunch places in the area that delivers better service and consistency. Until Whisper improves on their reservation system, timing of food output, I would not revisit. read more

We had a wonderful dining experience at Whisper! We ordered the Sweet & Salt Chicken, the Kimchi Carbonara, and the Mentaiko Cream Seafood Jjambong, and every dish was outstanding. The Sweet & Salt Chicken was perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful. The Kimchi Carbonara was rich, creamy, and had just the right balance of spice and savory flavors. The Mental Cream Seafood Jjambong was especially impressive! It was loaded with fresh seafood, and the creamy broth was absolutely delicious. The food was excellent, the portions were generous, and our server (Seth) was very nice and professional. We left very satisfied. We will definitely be coming back and can't wait to try more of the menu! read more

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My mom saw this place on social media and wanted to come and try it. Went on a Friday afternoon, relatively busy for midday on a weekday. Food was good not great, aesthetically pleasing for IG pics and all that but flavors of each dish we got didn't stand out massively. Crème Brûlée French Toast was a couple pieces of French toast with custard and a lil bit of torched sugar on top. Skillet was good but sort of tasted flat? Like it was all of one flavor across the whole skillet, very savory. Rice, veggies?, meat all tasted the same. Was looking for more contrast, even more than what the tomatoes brought to the skillet. My mom enjoyed the chicken and waffles but stated that if we come back we will try the ube pancakes instead. There's a parking lot a couple blocks down and street parking is available. read more

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