PLINY THE YOUNGER REVIEW!!!…read more Smoke Eaters is a great time in a great spot located near Levi's. Did not venture near during Super Bowl week but I bet it was packed! This trip was specifically for the 2026 release of Pliny the Younger! A once-a-year release where lines form and kegs tap quickly. I went on my own right at opening thinking I'd have to wait in some lines but I was pleasantly surprised to see a short line just around the corner into the outdoor seating area. It took 10-15 mins to get through and I found a place to stand in a packed house. They provided one Younger pour per order per person. Got one and ordered food. Food was a bit slow but obviously with so many people coming in all at opening. Ordered their double smash burger with fries. Found a group leaving and was able to sit at a table and enjoy the college basketball games / Winter Olympics while enjoying my beer. Burger was fantastic and the fries were great to munch on as the pours kept coming. No line after the initial rush and was able to get 2 more pours before getting out to meet up with the family. Known for their wings (always a good option), the rest of their menu is typically really solid with good burgers and sandwiches. They always have a great beer selection on tap and in cans as well. Stop in, watch a game and enjoy great food and beer!

I have been coming to Smoke Eaters a long time. In my opinion, it is the best place for wings that…read moreI know of. I see a lot of negative reviews for this place as I scroll through Yelp reviews. It's sad because I think this place deserves more credit. Neither Wing Stop or Buffalo Wild Wings come close to being as good as Smoke Eaters. However, I will say that you should really come here for the wings. I don't really think their other foods are all that special. When you walk in you are greeted with a sports bar. Lots of screens showing any sports that are live at the moment. You order at the counter. The service here is always friendly and they bring the food out pretty quickly. They have a large selection of craft brews on tap. On this particular visit they had a. Beer called Mango Cart, which is a wheat ale with delicious mango flavor. I loved it! We ordered 45 wings with a variety of sauces. My favorites are Thai Zing (a sweet and savory sauce that is not spicy but so delicious). Atomic (my favorite spicy buffalo sauce) Honey sriracha and the BBQ. The wings here are large and meaty. 15 wings is typically my maximum. We also had garlic fries which were perfectly crisp and flavorful! I hope you come and get some wings at Smoke Eaters!

We saw this on a YouTube program and decided to try it. We ordered online and then went to pick it…read moreup. It was ready went we got there. We ordered two orders of half half to sample the different flavors - fried, garlic soy, honey , and garlic soy spicy. The fried plain ones were really plain in flavor but chicken was nice and crispy, and all flavors were good . I appreciate the fact that there is no thick better. It appears to be just fried skin. The only criticism is that the meat can be a bit dry.

Every one please be aware! Changed owner. Now with 1000…read morethousand rule. Tip auto added for party of 4 and infant. Tip included on my togo order. Vibe changed. Bad customer service. Staffs keep talking and never forcus to serve customer They required different things and shit. Been move to different states. Used to their regular customers since day open. Today is first time came back after move back to the bay. But guess this is last time. Sorry but you guys no longer 99 chicken

Not bad Came here…read morefor some KFC and it wasn't bad. The padak chicken was probably my fav. Came out hot and juicy and topped with lots of scallions with a tangy dressing (that had a hint of horseradish). The yangnyum chicken was too saucy for me and the sauce was rather thicken. We also tried their new chicken ssam which was solid. Juicy grilled chicken with lots of fresh veggies on the side. Overall, a solid experience. PSA: Apparently you get 15% off if it is your birthday but only if you make a reservation. We asked if they could offer it to us despite not making a reservation (we didn't know about it beforehand) but no dice. Oh wells, now we know.

Chicken is good, especially yangyum chicken. I would eat it there if possible because it does get…read moresoggy by the time you take it home. DO NOT get the kimchi fried rice. It has no flavor but also jalapeños and bell peppers which gives it a very strange taste. The kimchi is not fermented enough to make fried rice and thus has no flavor.

I was surprised to see Blurr Kitchen listed as "closed" on Yelp, but decided to check it out…read moreanyway--and I'm glad I did. Turns out they're under new ownership and just getting things started again. The menu is currently limited, but promising. I tried the giant shrimp noodle, and it was packed with flavor--delicious enough that I'm already thinking about coming back. They also offer beef cube fried rice and a few a la carte options. Service is quick and efficient, and the food comes out fast with generous portions at reasonable prices. If this is just the beginning, I'm excited to see what else they'll roll out in the future. Definitely worth a visit if you're nearby.

WHY IS EVERYTHING HERE SO SALTY?…read more I think if they calmed down on how much msg/sodium chloride they use to prep food, it would be very much appreciated. I remember when they first open, the food was not this salty. But the last few times, I can't finish my food because of how salty it is! The shaken beef salad is now my favorite go to order (it's less salty). And their special house sauce, it's the right kind of spicy; love it!

Decent food, excellent beer selection, but prices are a little steep…read more This is a nice place to grab a bite and watch some sports, or for a pregame meal before walking over to PayPal Park to catch a Bay FC or SJ Earthquakes game. But your expenses are going to pile up if you linger too long. $13 for 5 wings or 3 tenders is a lot. Sandwiches are good, but recently I got the Italian beef and it was far too soggy to be enjoyable. Italian beef is best when there is some moisture, but the bun was not the right type to keep its structure. Sides are probably the most overpriced item. I once ordered the tater tots, thinking that there would be something special about them since they're called Terry's Tater Tots, but they weren't treated in any special way and as far as I could tell, I had spent $7.50 for half a bag of Ore-Ida. The main reason to come here is the beer selection, which is mostly small breweries from California. Lots of different types with helpful information posted (e.g. ABV and IBU) so you can make an informed choice. There are several TVs, but it doesn't seem like the staff always pays attention to what's showing. I was recently here during a major top-5 college football match, and none of the TVs were tuned to the game.

I'm not quite sure how this place has stayed in business all these years but it's certainly not…read morebecause of the food, I can promise you that. I have to assume it's mainly through their proximity to Santa Clara University and college students desperate for a place to buy a beer and watch the game. You might think a place called Wicked Chicken can at least deliver a tasty wing or chicken tender, but you would be sorely mistaken. Everything is drenched is sauce and the breading falls off the chicken way to easily. Getting the breading to properly bond to the meat is Fried Chicken 101 and somehow a place named after it still hasn't figured it out. And that is all before the prices. Don't get me started on the price... $26.50 for 10 wings? What planet are you living on? That is reason enough to walk out the door to go find something better and more in line with reality. Honestly the only bright spot on their menu is their fried-food appetizers as both the Onion Rings and Curly Fries were quite good, though they make you pay extra if you want ranch which is an absolute joke when you are already charging $7.50 for a moderately-sized basket. Learn from my mistakes. Do yourself a favor and steer clear.

*This review is for a visit back in 2021*…read more Food: everything was so flavorful. We ordered Korean fried chickens, seafood pancake, corn cheese ttokepokki. The portion is huge, great for sharing or family style Atmosphere: seems like a sport bar with many high tables and stools Services: great. Food came out almost all at once

Had a very late dinner on a Saturday night back in Feb. We arrived about 1hr 45 min before they…read moreclosed. We ordered combo #2. I told them that we would be sharing but they gave each of us a combo order. This was good for two people to share. Since we couldn't eat it all, we saved the rest for later. We got this with both fries and onion rings with the garlic parmesan flavor. It tasted better on the onion rings rather than the fries. The flavor we chose for the wings is the garlic soy. The wings were nice and crisp and seasoned well. Overall, delicious late night meal. Service was quick, nice and friendly.

Ttobongee Chicken is known for their korean style chicken in Santa Clara!…read more The parking situation is pretty terrible. Other stores in the plaza have reserved spots in front of their shops, leaving almost no vacancies for guests. I don't believe Ttobongee has reserved parking, which basically leaves diners to round the parkinglot multiple times. There was no wait upon arrival. We were seated quickly and ordering is all done via the kiosk at each table. Daikon, gloves, water, and a basket for bones was immediately provided. The Yang Nyum chicken is spicy and sweet. The Honey chicken is sweet, but not overly sugary. Both have sticky sauce on the chicken, but not excessively coating it. The korean fried chicken is fantastic here! Just pray you can find parking no matter what time you try to dine...

I was not planning on having lunch at this restaurant, as the exterior isn't exactly what I am…read moreusually drawn to. If I had seen the photos of the interior, I would have been even less inclined to dine here (it reminds me a bit of circus colors). However, I was pleasantly surprised by the civil and quieter atmosphere in the restaurant once I stepped into the restaurant (no idea if that is representative of a weekday lunch hour). When I made it clear to the waitress that I don't want to sit near a TV, she seemed to understand and offered another table that's faced away from the traffic. She was perfectly accommodating. The food I ordered was good! Not overpriced like the other restaurant, and it was authentic enough (by Korean/Korean American standards). I ordered a half jjajangmyun/half fried rice dish. They also give you a clear soup on the side, that pairs well with the fried rice. It could be 1.5-2 servings, depending on how much a person has for lunch. For me, it was closer to 1-- haha. On a personal note, Korean-Chinese "fusion" food reminds me of moving days. Ordering Chinese food (or rather, having my parents order Chinese food for us) is a fond memory that I have from my childhood in Korea.

Food: love them more than wingstop or buffalo wings! Their wings are juicier and more options I…read morelike! Overall is pretty good on values if you come on a Wednesday to get their promo of 40 wings! Service: it was okay not particularly bad or good. Ambiance: very casual. Nice after-work meet-up place. A bit crowded than I thought.

Oh my glorious fire wings where do I even begin…read more.. This place is art in its most divine form. Before I came here I thought life was meaningless. I thought there was nothing to live for, and nothing to enjoy. Then I had a bite of the chicken... and holy cow (or chicken in this case) it was amazing. Not a single other wing place can match the level of artistry displayed by fire wings. Glaze aside, this is a great place. I have come here time and time again and they always deliver. Food does take around 20 mins to come out, but you can't rush greatness I guess. The wings and fries are always crispy and well seasoned. Staff is kind and accommodating. Pretty cheap too. 10 boneless wings is 8.50, but they always give 2-4 extra wings. I would give 10 stars if I could!

Michael is a wonderful waitress, friendly, welcoming, and incredibly patient. She took the time to…read moreexplain everything on the menu and helped us decide what to order when we were unsure. :) We had a great experience during Happy Hour, which was honestly unexpected because our first visit last year was a little disappointing. Thankfully, we decided to give this place a second chance, and we're so glad we did. The food was tasty and delicious, and the service was fast as well. We will definitely be coming back!

The staff made my dad's 80th birthday perfect…read more I organized a casual drop-in gathering for my dad's 80th -- no private event, no deposit, just a large group coming and going over four hours. Toni worked with me over the phone to make it happen, and when there was a small miscommunication about the vibe I was going for, she course-corrected instantly -- not just in communication but in the actual setup. That kind of pivot is rare. The outside area was ideal for our group of roughly 60 throughout the day -- a mix of high tops, low tops, and couches that gave everyone somewhere to land. Heat lamps on when we needed them, off when we asked. Ellie and Shailyn were exceptional the entire time. I had to leave before I could personally thank the staff, which I regretted -- so I'm saying it here. This was exactly what I hoped it would be for my dad. Thank you, Toni, Ellie, and Shailyn. -- Anton

Alex, the cashier was so help full during such a busy Sunday and his crew was so organized,…read moreespecially his associate manor, I'm not sure if it's spelled like that but he was able to help me resolve my online issue.

Parking situations sucks but the AC is top tier!! And being that it was a scorcher kinda day,…read morerunning AC is all that really matters. Came here to have dinner with my family of 3. Located in a small sized strip, the limited parking gets filled up quickly. It took us a few times cycling around before squeezing into an open spot that was tighter than i would have wanted. No lie, beggars cant be choosers. Upon entering you are hit with the relief of cold AC blasting. Management here aren't stingy and for that, this particular Wingstop automatically gets bonus points. Dinner consisted of 40pc Group Pack. This includes 40 boneless or classic bone-in wings, large fries, 2 orders of veggie sticks, and 4 dips. Flavors selected: Original Hot, Hot Honey Rub, Lemon Pepper, Plain [naked] wings. Food took a bit of time to come out but that is always expected when it comes to WS. Food is always made fresh to accommodate each order and always comes out piping hot. Chicken was cooked perfectly and was very moist. Fries tasted great with their very distinct seasoning provided and the veggie sticks are top tier when it comes to freshness and quality. Extra points because the bleu cheese dip here has large clumps of bleu cheese- they don't skimp on ingredients here. 5/5 stars. We initially wanted to hit up a BWW but ended up here and I couldn't be happier. Seating is plentiful, the eatery is clean, food is amazing, and the staff isn't too bad either- what more could you ask for??