My husband and I were pleasantly surprised that the food was actually good here. A rare expectation in Silicon Valley. The ambiance was nice, too. Husband ordered the pesto pizza which was delicious. I ordered the veal which was flavorful. Dessert menu was quite expensive - but worth it. Good Los Gatos dining spot.

I greatly enjoyed the ambiance of the warehouse-feel of the restaurant. Soft lighting, open loft ceilings, and spacious table layouts made the dining experience very pleasant. However, I would rate the food a little better than average. Good food, but not great. My husband ordered "the greens" (appetizer) which was quite fantastic. I had the crab cakes which was decent. My main entree was the ox tail which I found delightfully tasty. Dessert was the chocolate pot de creme which was the highlight of the meal itself. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a group of friends or maybe an after-work gathering.

The restaurant is "slightly" above average, but not that much. The decor is nice, spacious and simple - high vaulted wooden ceilings and soft lighting. For appetizers, I ordered the oysters and crab cakes. The oysters tasted fresh, but the "kumanato" Japanese dipping sauce was bland. The crab cakes were average. I ordered the grilled duck breast for the main entree and it was tasty and unique with sweet mushrooms and dates. For dessert, the orange flan was excellent. The seating here is not ideal for a "romantic" setting. The service is mediocre. Dinner was $80 without wine. I would spend it elsewhere. (But an interesting dining experience nevertheless with the outdoors film concept.)

We went to Hawthorne Lane for New Year's Eve dinner. The food, service, and atmosphere were divine! A true grand dining experience. This is definitely one of the top 5 restaurants in San Francisco. For appetizers, we had fresh oysters which were out-of-this-world! For the main entree, I ordered the pork chops and my husband ordered the beef tenderloins (they ran out of the prime rib). The pork was tasty and moist - not overcooked. For dessert, the banana sundae is worth every bite! We were very content after our meal - we are looking forward to our next adventure there!

OK, OK . . . I was "refered" to this awful restaurant by 3 co-workers and the San Luis Obispo Tourist Information. The decor was indeed over the top and downright gaudy! The menu claims that their steaks are "world's best". So, my husband ordered the filet mignon which was considered their most popular and I ordered the New York steak. After an hour, our entrees came out. I requested medium rare, but I received a well-done. My husband's filet was dry (presumably sitting under a heat lamp). It was so awful, we skipped dessert and the infamous bathroom. So, to sum this up in a nutshell . . . food, service, and price were all disappointing. This is the last time I will take "referrals" from co-workers who, obviously, lack legitimate food buds and class.

I took my family here for Sunday brunch. We had great window seats with spectacular ocean views. The food is fresh, well-presented, and good. The service is impeccable and the decor quite awesome. However, be sure to brace yourself when you receive the check . . . $170 for 5-persons brunch - which ultimately is $200 with a $30 tip (unless you are a cheap skate). You need to have brunch here at least once. Highly recommended.

I actually give this restaurant a 2 and half star rating. The ambience was quirky. The stained windows had naked western harlots staring at me while I was munching on the bread. The clam chowder was decent and I actually liked the steamed clams as a main entree. However, the staff seemed unprofessional (too young or too haggard) and unattentive. The furniture was very 1970's. Dinner for 2 including wine was $100. We went downstairs to the patio area to watch the sunset which was pleasant. I would probably return here for cocktails. I can get a better meal for $100 somewhere else. Trust me, this place is way over-hyped.

My boss and I went here for lunch last week. What a bore (the food, not the boss)! I would rate this place one star and a half - borderline awful and average. The teriyaki chicken was bland and tasted gross. The chicken was not thoroughly marinaded. As for the sushi boats, the choices were limited and unappealing. I was not impressed and was glad to leave.

I took my best friend and husband here for dinner. I ordered the "sushi deluxe" on the menu. The sushi did not taste fresh and the rice portion crumbled. We were being entertained by the next-door banquet facility with their horrible karaoke singing. I will not return here again.

This is my second best choice for good sushi in the San Jose area. I love their spicy spider rolls and sashimi. Their soups are also delicious. Sushi Zono is a great place for dinner.

What is so great about this place? Because of its landmark? The birthday and wedding cakes look cheesy and cheap - something you can buy at Costco or Safeway. La Patisserie in Cupertino will blow this bakery out of the water.

Wow, the prices were extremely reasonable for the quality! Both of us came out of there, licking our chops and only $65 poorer (without wine). The pork tenderloin dish was simply divine! My husband ordered the steak - the promme frites (a.k.a. french fries) were the best I have ever had. Their drinks, however, at are quite strange . . . my lemonade tasted like pure lemons without sugar. Too sour for my personal taste. My husband's martini was way too strong. The desserts, on the other hand, were out of this world. I liked the creme brulee, but the warm chocolate garmoud was something else! We will definitely come back here again - very right for the price. The place is cute, but very crowded. Reservations highly recommended.

Okay, with all the hype, Michael's book and show, we were very excited to finally book lunch reservations here. However, after our meals, we were quite disappointed. Their salads were overly oily. My husband had a melon soup which was light and refreshing. For our main entree, I ordered the whole fish, requesting "filet". The fish was good, but not great. Chris ordered pizza, but instead they gave him a plate of calamari. We just shook our heads and decided to stick with the calamari instead of causing a scene. We did not order wine nor dessert and the final bill was around $60. Overall, the place was decent for lunch - but where was Michael Chiarello when you need him most?

Margartitas were excellent. Food was authentic and tasty. Very stuffy and loud during weekend nights. We waited for an hour without reservations.

This is a GREAT place for lunch! I had a great ono sandwich with their waffle fries. Of course, the HULA PIE is the best thing there! We only spent $30 for 2 - not bad for Maui.

I believed this is where my husband and I stopped by for lunch. I had the luau pig meat sandwich. It was fantastic! The fries were also great! Right across the street, the snowcones are the best! Try them all!

We had a table where we watched the sunset. It was beautiful. Remember to take a picture on the canoe out front. There is valet parking, so don't worry. The fresh fish was unbeatable - the staff was very friendly and prompt. This is probably the best restaurant on Maui (we haven't been to Roy's) and the most expensive, too.

I have to say that this is the best Thai restaurant in the San Jose/Santa Clara area. However, it can be a hit-or-miss for dinner. I strongly recommend going here for lunch because the service tends to be a wee-bit better. At one dinner seating, we were waiting 25 minutes for an entree and another 10 minutes for our drinks. That can definitely be a turn-off - even if the food tastes great. Try the imperial rolls, yellow curry, and kom kha soup (prawns). You have to have them VERY SPICY for the ultimate "Thai Pepper" experience!

I had the best homemade spaghetti ever here. Wine selections are limited - no pinot noir! As for the desserts, we ordered the brownie with ice cream - quite divine, but not the best. A very good restaurant, but I have had better.

I went here with my best friend last summer. It was superb. I had the ahi tuna - fresh and thick. Great pina coladas and the infamous Lava Flows! The dessert menu was great - friendly service and awesome food!