These bad reviews are not the vibe. A lot of them seem to be based on such small interactions or minor inconveniences, and honestly, they don't reflect the experience we've had. The food at Yard House is INCREDIBLE! My husband and I love coming here for our anniversary or to watch a game. Our servers have always been kind, patient, and attentive; even during the busiest times, especially Happy Hour. The food always tastes fresh, and every time a server recommends a dish, it ends up being delicious. They have more beers than you can count, but the best part is the staff actually knows their stuff. They're great at recommending everything from locally brewed beers to options that taste similar to ones you already love. Trust me when I say, don't let the negative reviews stop you from trying Yard House. Yes, the wait can be longer during Happy Hour, but who doesn't love half-off appetizers while enjoying a great atmosphere? Definitely worth it! read more

My server Laura was very attentive, knowledgeable about menu and wonderful customer service.

Great restaurant. Laura was friendly and efficient. Food was great so hands off to the cooks.

I've been to YH many times, but it's been years. My parents don't usually go out to eat, but they received a gift card for Yard House, so we decided to check it out. Went here for my sister's birthday and it also happened to be happy hour. My parents were so excited for the half-off apps lol. We ordered almost one of everything, some things twice, and a couple cocktails. More specifically crowd favorites included calamari, truffle mushroom pizza, poke nachos, and ahi sashimi, but everything was good! My sister also received a complimentary birthday dessert. Our server was great! Appreciated her patience with my parents lol. They loved YH so much we came back for HH again the next time I came to visit. Service seems to be consistently great, even during the busy rush of HH. read more

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AMAZING first time experience!!! Came out to try some foodie HH with the hubby. I think we found our new favorite restaurant.... Staff greeted us right away & we were quickly sat. Dre our server was exceptional. He offered to answer any questions we had & gave us some great suggestions. He was so very attentive. It was truly a great experience. What we ordered: * The Carnivore Pizza *Boneless Wings - 1/2 Korean Garlic & 1/2 Lemon Pepper * Korean Cheesesteak Sandwich * BONUS treat - Oreo Brookie Everything we had was amazing. Such great flavor. I was very impressed with how quick our food came out. We can't wait to visit them again. They have so many great options to choose from. Great vibes & music. We even took the time before leaving, to flag down the manager, to tell her how great our server Dre was.... Thank you Yard House!! read more

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I've been to this Yard House many times, and the service is one of the biggest reasons I keep coming back. Jason does an incredible job managing the restaurant. . Laura and Zack are also fantastic behind the bar. They're friendly, make excellent drinks, and always make sure you're taken care of without ever having to ask. They create a welcoming atmosphere that makes every visit enjoyable. It's rare to find a restaurant with this level of consistency. Great food, great drinks, and an even better staff. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

This was the first time coming to Yard house. I have heard great things and after our movie we decided to give them a try. I was blown away from the greeting when we came in. We sat down our server Dre was very welcoming explained everything. We ordered the Carnivore pizza and boneless chicken wings with two flavors Korean garlic and Lemon pepper phenomenal. We split a Korean cheese steak with a side salad instead of fries no upcharge. Dre was a mind reader as he appeared and knew what we wanted without even asking. Everything was brought out quickly. I especially loved there Oreo brookie. If you are ever at the Otay ranch Yard House Dre is the server that exceeded our first time experience. So much so my wife and I wanted to let the manager know how well everything went. read more

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2nd time here and it was just as great as I remembered! Chris provided excellent service, the food was tasty, and the Cali Creamin' brew is still my favorite. I didn't take any photos of my food but I had the fish and chips and they were good portions and I upgraded to truffle fried. Pretty delish! Looking forward to my next visit! read more

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They weree very busy just at opening. They, like the Cheescake Factory got hit with graduation celebrations. Unlikw the CF the Yard House made us feel welcome. CF was a disaster of customer service as there was none. We did have to wait a few minutes for another server to come on and she was a blast. Great atmos. Super food and customer service that would be hard to beat. This is the place to be. read more

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Food, service, beer selection, HAPPY HOUR!!! It's a most. Love the place!! Very convenient if you need to do some purchases of clothing hair cut or just to enjoy a good meal wile you're watching a sport read more

I tried The new Yard House in East Lake. We were seated pretty quickly but it took a long time for our waitress to come to our table. Not sure if they want everyone to order from the little machine on the table. I personally like when they come by and bring water and take your order. To me it's much more personable. They weren't super busy so not sure what the protocol is. We stopped for a quick snack & a drink. The Poke Nachos & Lavender Lemon Drop. Both were delicious. Parking is great here and on this day we didn't have to wait to be seated. Otherwise it's super busy. They also have a good Happy Hour. read more

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Came here for Father's Day after walking around finding someplace to eat without having reservations. There was a big group in front of us once we entered but we were seated right away. Place was open and similar to the other Yard House locations. Service was good, friendly and fast considering it was a big day. We ordered the pretzel, queso dip, burger and one of their pasta dishes. Everything was just as expected and fed our appetites. The pink margarita was delicious and goes down like juice lol. Didn't get a chance to take pics of all our plates since we were all hungry. Solid place to grab a bite. read more

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I have dined at the Yard House Otay Ranch location a few times since it opened. The service has been attentive and the food consistently delicious. This time, we stopped in on a Tuesday for Happy Hour. Happy Hour includes 1/2 off most of their apps, $2 off beer and cocktails and $3 off 9 oz wine. We ordered the three cheese pizza, the boneless buffalo wings, poke nachos and a Cobb salad. The pizza has a thinner crust and was cooked to perfection, especially if you like it a little crispy. It was a little light on sauce.. Next time I will ask for extra. I have had the poke nachos several times. It's a generous portion with lots of fish on each wonton chip. The Cobb salad was also a generous portion with ample toppings. The wings were also good.. you get to choose two sauces. We chose buffalo and spicy Korean. Both tasty. The only con for me is it is a bit loud. The music makes for a fun, lively atmosphere. But it could be turned down a few notches so you can hear your dining mates easier. Tip: join the wait list online before you head over, especially during peak times. read more

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Came here over the weekend to meet up with friends, and the service was awful from the start. Our server, Jaire L., was unfriendly, had a snarky attitude, and was completely unprofessional. It felt like we were inconveniencing him just by being there. The food was just as disappointing as the service. The grilled chicken sandwich with avocado was mediocre at best and nothing memorable. Overall, both the food and the service were a complete letdown. Unfortunately, I won't be coming back. read more

Yard House - New American Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Came here shortly after opening on a weekday, it was not busy at all throughout our time there. we were welcomed and seated right away. a decent size menu. We ordered the tower of onion rings, brussels sprouts, chicken nachos, and a cheddar bacon burger. the onion rings had a tasty beer batter coating, it was good but seemed to loose alot of the crunch rather quickly. the brussels sprouts were delicious! also with a lovely flavor and perfectly caramelized. chicken nachos were a generous portion with lots of toppings. and the burger was juicy, flavorful, and w a nice char. would love to come back during happy our to try more of their appetizers. it's a large restaurant, great for groups. comfortable atmosphere. lots of drinks on the menu to choose from. our staff was attentive and friendly. read more

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Unfortunately, my experience here was very disappointing. We started with the Firecracker Shrimp as an appetizer, followed by the 20 oz. bone-in ribeye for our main course. We specifically ordered the steak medium well, but it arrived fully cooked, making it dry and lacking any real flavor. The mashed potatoes were bland and tasted like they were missing seasoning, and even the lemonade was disappointing. Overall, the food did not meet our expectations, especially considering the price. Based on this experience, I won't be returning. I hope the restaurant takes customer feedback seriously and improves its food quality and consistency. read more

Yard House - New American Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Came here on a Saturday night. Got seated right away. Here's what we ordered and my rating; poke nachos, not enough tuna 5/10, parm truffle fries, just fries with Parmesan 4/10, kids pepperoni pizza, tasted great but 40% crust 7/10, tomato bisque 9/10, Cobb salad, looked and tasted like a bagged salad 3/10, mushroom pizza, waaaay too salty and mushrooms were undercooked 3/10. Server advised us to use the self serve tablet because "it was busy" so we did. Probably won't be coming back but definitely a good spot for good brews read more

Yard House continues to deliver where it counts -- massive draft selection, energetic atmosphere, and consistently well-executed elevated bar fare. We kicked things off with a beer flight (Honey Blonde, Belgian White, Golden Pilsner). Pours were fresh with proper head retention and served at ideal temperature -- a strong start. Paired it with the Poke Nachos (Poke Chips), which were layered thoughtfully rather than piled high. Crisp wonton chips held up under diced ahi, creamy sauce, scallions, cilantro, and a drizzle that added just enough richness without overwhelming the fish. Clean flavor, good texture contrast, and balanced acidity. The Mushroom Pizza delivered solid umami depth from roasted mushrooms over a nicely charred crust. Even cheese melt, structured base, and green onion brightness to cut through the richness. Crust had chew with crisp edges -- properly baked. The Whiskey Burger + Cheddar was the standout. Well-seared patty cooked to temp, sharp cheddar melted evenly, and a whiskey glaze that added controlled sweetness without masking the beef. The toasted brioche bun held together, glossy and lightly crisped. Fries were golden, crisp exterior with fluffy interior. Pickles on the side provided needed acidity. Service was attentive without hovering, and food timing was dialed in. High-volume operation with disciplined execution. Not flashy -- just consistent. Reliable 4.0. read more

Yard House - Mushroom pizza with roasted mushrooms in the background, paired with a whiskey + cheddar cheese burger, and crispy fries. - New American Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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We really enjoyed the Happy Hour Menu at Yard House new location at Otay Ranch in Chula Vista, CA. The Yard House has great Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 3pm-6pm, 1/2 off on their appetizers, $2.00 off on Draft beers, wine, & cocktails etc. We enjoyed the following appetizers: *Poke Nachos 5/5 stars *Classic sliders 4.5/5 *Miguels Queso Dip 4.5/5 *Wisconsin Fried cheese curds 4/5 Beers: *House Hazy IPA 6.9% 5/5 stars * Stiegl Radler Grapefruit 2.5% Radler, Austria (chick drink love it!!) 5/5 stars Great spot to watch your favorite sports game. We had excellent customer service. Give this place a try! Happy Yelping :) read more

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Love this spot! The food is always cooked to perfection and the service is always great. I have not had any issues at all whatsoever. The environment can definitely be too loud if it's crowded or if there are sports games going on. We always order the sliders, chicken nachos, pepperoni pizza, or buffalo wings. They are delicious every time. read more

I have to say, this place is pretty darn great! The only negative is how freaking loud it is in there. It was difficult to talk over the music. Now, for the positives: The service. Top notch, from the hostesses to the wait staff. The food. Good portions and good flavor. The drink selection. I had a sour that was phenomenal. The pricing. Won't drain your wallet. I cannot wait to return! read more

Who doesn't like Yardhouse?! I will say that I've only been able to get a good seat when we go as soon as the open or anytime before 1pm. Anything time after that, good luck. Place gets so packed it's crazy. I have very little patience so if the wait is more than 15 minutes, I'll just go somewhere else. The food variety is great! There are so many options! So whatever you decide to get, I'm sure it will be great! The environment is the Yardhouse theme: yacht rock and beer. No one outmatches their beer selection, so I can't even write about that. Just come here with patience if you wanna come after 3pm and be ready to drink some beer. read more

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A welcome addition to the Otay Ranch Mall food scene. Typically don't give chains a 5 but they're really doing a great job with the opening of this spot. Lots of food options, great happy hour deals. We've been here a few times and each time the bartenders are super friendly and the food comes out super quick. Love their HH chicken nachos, wings, and whiskey glazed salmon. Lots of Hazy IPAs to choose from and the vibe is always on point. Def enjoy the energy here over the Cheesecake Factory bar area. And a shoutout to Katie who did a phenomenal job taking care of us last night! read more

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Customer service, vibe, food all amazing. I like to start with the Customer service, my server Dre J was amazing! He was polite, helpful, fast & very attentive, we never had a drink empty to the bottom before giving us a refill, he caught it every time & his patience with my brother in law which can be picky was great, my bro in law was impressed & happy with his service too. What really impressed me was the work ethic & speed of the General Manager Jason W Carr. I saw this man cleaning tables, putting tables together, serving drinks, answering the phones & with a positive, professional attitude, The whole staff was moving fast & very friendly & we appreciated considering it was a busy Sunday night. Now for the food, kudos to the cooks, food came out fast, fresh & delicious. Best Sliders I've ever had, true story. Pizza was very good as well, that Margarita pizza is a must. Onion rings with Chipotle sauce was a hit & don't sleep on their chips & Guac, the Guac is on point! Nephew said his burger the classic was filling & real good. Over all we loved all our food & can't wait to come back, especially during Happy Hours! Dre J, Jason & Yard House squad keep up the great work & see you soon! read more

Saturday 1;30pm for NFL playoffs. Couple dudes at the bar. Busy and attentive staff. Plenty of beer selections, all available. Pints, pub glass, and half yards for sizes. We ordered sliders and chicken nachos. Skies were tasty but dry. Not mad at it with such large menu. Fries that come with sliders were deliciously salty and fresh. A couple thick sliced pickles compliment the dish. Chicken nachos are tasty. Spread out on large plate so every chip has a little sumthin sumthin. Scoops of sour cream and guacamole plopped in center. read more

Yard House - Chicken Nachos - New American Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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We went here for my wife's birthday. We have been to the Yardhouse in Vegas many times. We arrive during a weekday around 530 and the place is backed. A line going out the door! We checked in online and said there was an hour wait. When we get there they said there is a 90 min wait but we should get in within 30 mins or so. We also check in at Cheesecake Factory just in case lol. Yard house texted us in 25 mins that are table was ready. We got a great table in the middle. Our server is MJ and he is very nice and energetic. My wife orders the Lobstah garlic noodleThe photo looked amazing. I ordered the Tennessee hot chicken sandwich. I also ordered the grand patron Margarita and she ordered Pina spritz mocktail. The wait wasn't too bad knowing the place was at capacity. Within 15 mins we had our food. The chicken sandwich was amazing. Probably one of the best ones I've ever had. It was both crispy on the outside and very tender and juicy on the inside. It had the right amount of heat to it as well. My wife's Lobstah garlic noodles was another. Story. Where was the Lobstah?! It was just noodles and shrimp with a couple small pieces of Lobstah that should have been thrown back in the ocean near Maine. I've seen similar complaints about the dish in other reviews. The noodles and shrimp were good but this coulda used a lot more Lobstah. We had the same dish last year for her birthday in Gaslamp and it was loaded with Lobstah and a bit cheaper. We took away 1 star fit that dish. She wished she ordered the Tenn hot chicken sandwich instead. The mocktail. Was excellent and had a great presentation for all you Instagram lovers. My Grand Margarita was excellent as well. Again MJ was awesome he brought out a birthday cake for my wife. Overall it was a great experience. The only issue was the Lobstah dish which was over $30 with just a couple small pieces. I included a stock photo of what it looks like on the menu for comparison. My sandwich was very reasonably priced at $16 and was amazing The atmosphere was amazing and we will be back for sure read more

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Met my good friend here for her birthday dinner. She recommended this new location and it was her birthday so yay! I got on their website and joined their "wait list" before arriving. I walked in about 5 mins prior to the "wait list" time and checked in with the hostess. She was friendly and happy to see me. The place was PACKED! There were about 20 people outside waiting for a table and another 15 inside with me waiting. I heard the hostesses telling new arrivers that the wait would be 45 min to 1 hour. I am so glad that I reserved a spot! We were seated within 5 mins of arriving by a hostess. Our server, Christian, was very customer service oriented. He gave us suggestions and he answered all of our questions when we asked for recommendations. Our server Christian checked on us occasionally and he was very good about showing us how to order on the table kiosk for self ordering. This is a wonderful device and feature! If we decide to add things to our order, we can just do or from the table. I ordered: Cobb Salad with Salmon added and my friend ordered the Honey Crusted Salmon Dinner. She ordered a couple of cocktails while we were there and they were delicious she said. I had the Melon Spicy Mocktail, which was DELICIOUS too! The dessert was a Brookie brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, and IT WAS SO DECADENT! The Birthday dessert was also the Brookie brownie with a candle and a nice HBD msg in cocoa powder on the plate. I had an excellent experience here. I normally do not come to chain restaurants but this visit at this nee location was definitely a game changer for me. Thanks! read more

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Went here a second time on a busy Saturday night, and I would say I enjoyed it more than my first visit, which was right after they first opened. The service is great and the food is pretty good. But the beer and ambiance are just okay. Likes: Poke Nachos, online Waitlist, great service, beer sampler Dislikes: Amber beer (flat!), slightly slippery floor, no Apple TV (no MLS games) Overall, I really want this place to do well, so I recommend checking it out. But I'm not a fan of hoppy beers and was really upset I couldn't watch SDFC in their inaugural playoff run. read more

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Really happy a location near home opened up! Went here during happy hour (3-6pm M-F) twice and had such a great experience both times. One of the times was during opening week and when we saw a long line at 5pm, we had a feeling we would miss it. However, we got seated in about 10 mins, ordered on the iPAD and got all our food in less than 10 mins. Same thing with the second time--we went at around 4pm, got seated immediately, our server was very attentive, and we got our food so quickly. I'm honestly so impressed with happy hour here from the quality of the food, the servings, the price (half off), and just how efficient it's always been. My favorite so far from the HHmenu is the poke nachos! Delicious, fresh, and a great serving size for under $10. Honestly, a top tier place for HH since you can get so much food without breaking the bank. Highly recommend! read more

Yard House - Poke Nachos - New American Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Came here with my date. We were seated immediately and helped by our server Christian. Christian was very helpful and talkative, but entertaining. Thank you for all your help! We were suggested to use the table app for ordering, which I understand. But we like that more personal touch. Drinks were good, our food came fast, and not overpriced. We were happy campers. Thank you for a great start to our night out. I have been to many Yardhouse's, and on this one, I appreciate the privacy. Good visit, I'll be back with my other girlfriend. read more

This location replaced the Victoria's Secret and is across from The Cheesecake Factory. Parking is best in the lot behind. Came here on a Friday for Happy Hour for a party of 2 and it took about 35-40mins to get seated; they utilize a virtual waitlist where they text your phone. The inside is spacious but very loud in comparison to other locations I've been to, the layout almost feels like 1 huge booth. The staff are nice and the food came out quickly, and everything tasted great! The only downside was how long the wait was. I'm sure it's due to being their newest location, so I would recommend arriving earlier in the day. read more

Great happy hour selections! Service was fast & friendly. The restaurant seems pretty busy around HH time which is a good thing. We were still able to be seated right away with plenty of seating throughout. We ordered brussels sprouts that had a sweet slightly spicy tang, poke nachos which were a bit on the salty side but still good, chicken tenders with garlic Parmesan fries. I also ordered their soju cocktail which was refreshing and tasty. Overall a great experience and definitely a place to get away for a quick bite. read more

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First time coming here to celebrate a friend's birthday. First of all the service was great. Our waitress was very attentive and polite even though the place was packed. Let them know if you are celebrating something special for a complimentary dessert. Thanks to our server for letting us know. It's a spacious venue. A lot of tables but it is too open. It gets pretty loud. A lot of parking available. But plan ahead since it gets busy especially on weekends. The food was great, its well seasoned and the portion is big. Food came in still hot which is a big plus. Just be aware if you're like me who is not a big fan of spicy food that some of their pasta dish was fiery. Looking forward to coming back in here to try out the other dish and hopefully their cocktails. read more

Yard House - Whiskey glazed Salmon on Mashed Potato with baby broccoli and carrots. - New American Near Me - Chula Vista, California

I'm so glad Yard House opened at this mall, which is close to home. I've been here twice so far for happy hour, and both times were great! The service is friendly, prompt and attentive. The food comes out hot and fast. They haven't even been open very long and they have a smooth running operation. HH food is 50% off! So far; I've had the poke nachos (my fave), truffle mushroom pizza (good but can use more truffle), blackened ahi (good but we realize blackened is not our thing), and the queso dip (yum!). All drinks are $2-3 off during HH. I've enjoyed the espresso martini and the lavender drop. One issue I've encountered on one of my visits is Hubby's beer was a bit delayed and the wrong beer, but he kept it as it was a pub vs pint size and drinkable. :) And there is a little inconsistency in portions (poke on nachos first vs 2nd time). We'll def be back to try more from their extensive menu. read more

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Went for lunch last week and it was pretty chill. Went again last night with a group and it was packed!!! Didn't help that the mayor announced that it was now open. Our server was Dre and he was great. He reminded us of the happy hour menu so we had some appetizers. There were 8 of us and we all loved our food. I was surprised at how well they handled a new and very busy midweek early dinner crowd. Fantastic job Yard House and Dre!! read more

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Came here for their soft opening and it was an awesome experience! Got to meet upper management and their regional manager who came to support this location. Our server was very attentive and was able to answer any questions. We frequent the Mission Valley location often so we're familiar with their menu and drink concept. Food was good and came out quickly. Happy hour here is one of the best! I know yard house is going to do well. Their food is great, ambiance is amazing and always very lovely. They have a lot of alcohol and food selection. What's not to love? read more

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I have been to other yard house locations and this the first location I don't have much complaints. I feel like a big chain restaurants like this can be hit or miss by how the workers are, to the food and drinks can be, and how busy it can be to keep up with the incoming customers. I end up coming on a Sunday evening rush. I checked online if they had a wait before leaving the house and there was no wait for a small party of 3. But once arriving to the area of the restaurant, saw many people waiting inside and outside so I checked the online and they had a wait of 15-25 minutes. And it only took us 10 minutes to get to the location from my place. It is nice that you can put your name on the waitlist through your phone especially if you are barely driving to the restaurant. The hostess at the front was very nice and checked me in. The wait time was pretty accurate. Our server, I believe his name was Brian. He was awesome and very persistent even though how busy it was. Food was good and end up getting mostly appetizers. We got the calamari, sliders, shiitake garlic noodles, and poke nachos. I highly recommend the noodles and poke nachos. read more

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So pretty much this is the burger that you expect at a place like this i ordered it meduim rare and let me tell you that john was meduim rare and dont g et me started on them french fries. Ik you use peanut oil.... i can tatse it . thank you cosmo for waiting us...good service. #yardingitupatthehouse yard house read more

Yard House - Classic Cheese burger - New American Near Me - Chula Vista, California

I love Yardhouse and was glad when this one opened by the casa! Food and service still the same per usual - service was definitely immaculent - But let's talk about the bar tenders that don't get enough credit! K A T I E - she was slammmed this afternoon and was still managing and making it work! I applaud you. Keep. That. Ish. Going. She's dope and very attentive read more

Thanks for another great break at the Yard house. Food is great especially for vegetarians like myself! We had a fantastic waiter which made for an extra special visit! Thanks Dre read more