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   RuthP

   San Francisco

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   will Delicious food. Ceviche appetizer was wonderful, salmon dinner and arroz con pollo were also great. Imaginative cooking, many flavors that blended well together, salmon was moist and flavorful, chicken dish had two different sauces. Excellent desserts as well. We'll go back.

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   birder

   San Francisco

   116 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   116 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall4food4service4ambience2

   Good Prickle My Fancy cocktail. Very good the Pan Fried Branzino, also the Ceviche and the Chicken on Risotto. The 3 course dinner on Thursdays is a very good deal for $49.00. Will definitely go again.

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3. JM

   JayMall

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall1food3service1ambience4

   The waiter was extremely rude. We were there to celebrate a birthday and he ruined our experience. We noticed that he favored other customers at the restaurant and he was very jolly when them. Every time he interacted with us he was short and dry, and overall made us feel unwelcome.

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   DebbieK

   New York Area

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Wonderful meal and service! We'll be back to try more of their fabulous menu items.

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   Kimo

   Washington DC

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on June 20, 2022

   overall3food3service4ambience4

   Rather disappointing first visit to Alley and Vine. Our wedding anniversary, which was acknowledged by our secondary server, not the primary. The dishes were mixed. The fish was excellent, tasty and done just right, the pork chop was over-cooked, dry and under seasoned. Kicked ourselves for not sending it back right away, but that is something that we rarely do. We did mention it to our server, when she cleared the table, and the manager "compted" our salad and apologized.

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   Katrina

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 20, 2022

   overall3food3service4ambience4

   This restaurant is overpriced. The food did not warrant the $40 and $37 respective price tags. The fish was dry and the meat was under seasoned. I am not sure what is happening...

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   Lani

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 19, 2022

   overall2food1service4ambience3

   Reserved table for Father's Day brunch a week in advance, which had a set menu with three options. Very slow service (there for two hours) and ran out of one of the main dishes and one of the desserts. Not good experience when paying for an expensive meal.

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   6 reviews

   3.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on June 19, 2022

   overall3food3service5ambience4

   We went for Father’s Day brunch. A set 3 course menu was the only offering, not unusual for an occasion like Fathers Day, but they’d run out of food, so really we were paying $55 per person for whatever food was available, and they added a mandatory 20% tip for a party of 4. So in total, over $350 for a very unremarkable meal. The outdoor seating is cute, and nice to sit at in a good day but I would not recommend this place for any meal you’d like to be special in any way.

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 19, 2022

   overall1food3service1ambience2

   Visited Alley and Vine for Father’s Day brunch. Never in my LIFE have I ever experienced worse service. Our salads/ appetizers took an hour from when we ORDERED and the main course took 2 hours from when we arrived. We paid THE FULL price for 5 people and one child, yet our desserts never arrived? We LITERALLY never got them. Maybe next time they shouldn’t take on as many reservations since they CLEARLY cannot handle it. Good food, but yikes, save your money and go somewhere else. Never dining here again. For what you’re getting, you’re better off going somewhere ELSE and with a MUCH better ambience. My family and I are beyond appalled. I beg you, please book something else or your special occasion will be RUINED by awful service and overpriced food.

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    Howard

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall3food5service4ambience3

    Very limited menu. Our table was like being in a train station, lots of passing traffic. Liked my food, but expensive. Would recommend with reservations.

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    Jkam

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Sat outside - beautiful patio. We had the avocado salad, tomato salad and the branzino - all were excellent.

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    Allison

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall2food4service1ambience5

    Very slow service, but they didn't even warn us about the delay or comp us an appetizer. Waiter never checked in to see how we were doing.

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    KatieN

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience4

    Tasty food, but very limited menu and pretty expensive for the portions. Would consider going back but won't be in a hurry.

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    DoctorKerry

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on June 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We were able to get in last minute and we LOVED everything! The caviar, the brie, the heirloom tomato salad, and the lobster risotto were all things we would reorder!! The cocktails were also real highlights! Also, note that the indoor seating is a bit loud. Next time we will look forward to outdoor if available. Highly recommend for foodies!

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    zaraguy

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on June 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    First Time at Alley & Vine-Anniversary Dinner Service: Andrew w/help from other staff, very attentive and all items served came promptly in correct timing. Very knowledgeable server as to what was on the menu and advance warning for items that were not available at our seating. Food: All items from appetizer through desert were very well prepared and plating was excellent, worthy of photos. We had main courses of Lobster Risotto for my spouse and a very fine Pork Chop for myself. Both cooked perfectly. Portions were good sized and the vegetables (Broccolini and other items that came with my Pork Chop were delicious and cooked perfectly Value: As all quality restaurants have raised prices somewhat, Alley and Vine prices reflect current prices comparable with other, equal eateries. As I recall, main courses above 35.00, with 4 dishes on the entre list. Our meal, including2 glasses of wine, 2 cocktails, 2 appetizers, desert, and 2 main dishes was $200 before tip. A reasonable cost for such good service and high quality food. Note: I did see a Thursday Night special, multi course dinner for 49/person and will try that for lesser occasions for sure. Good Value for special occasions and the food was far above average. We plan to be back as budget allows.

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    Foodlover

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, wine and service.

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17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent service

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    Bill

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We ate dinner here in early June on a Saturday night. It was chilly, but there were heaters & outside was very nice. The place is down an alley (surprise!!), but there is an illuminated green sign on the East side of Park Street, "Alley & Vine". We parked nearby but parking in the area is tight.

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    Nannan

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    One of the nicest outdoor patios to eat out at during the Pandemic. The food was excellent and menu varied. Very seasonal. Delicious corn soup and fresh pea and asparagus risotto. The wine list is amazing.

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great time. The food was incredible and the service was attentive.

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21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I love this restaurant and cannot believe we have a restaurant of such quality - a real destination restaurant - on island. The space is beautiful, service is outstanding - well trained & attentive without being overbearing, and the food is beautiful. Hubby and I split a perfectly balanced green salad with fennel and cherries. I had short rib (moist, flavorful on top of a corn purée) and he had the spring risotto (fresh, bright). We both had strawberry shortcake for dessert - perfect balance of tart and sweet, and not overly sweet. I also found my new favorite cocktail, prickle my fancy with tequila and habanero pepper. My only wish - more southern European wines on the menu. Thank you! We will be back!

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very nice location with great staff and excellent food. I recommend they not accept reservations at closing time, or at least let the person know. It kind of sucks for everyone involved to be rushed or stay longer than they want. Had a negative impact on a good date vibe.

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    Carl

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Everything was delicious up to the main course. Unfortunately the burgers were extremely undercooked- loads of pink raw ground beef in the middle for a medium well order- with a dense, dry crumbly bun. The service was good and the rest of the food was astounding.

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24. LG

    LuisG

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love this restaurant! The heaters keep us toasty when it's chilly outside and the food is delicious. I've been here for the Thursday night prix fixe, St. Patricks Day, and dinner on the weekends. Up next is trying their brunch!

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25. WC

    WestCoastMiller

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    On a 20-80 scale (50=average, 70 is 2 standard deviations above average, etc.) Overall - 60 - Some was very good, some was cromulent. Focaccia - 60 Gazpacho - 70 Pork Belly - 60 Black Forest Cake - 30 (too sweet, but I'm not a cake guy) Espresso - 60 Cocktail - 40 (It's a Jungle Out There) Corn Chowder - 50 Beef Short Rib - 70 Service - 70 Value - 50 - I felt the wine pricing was a bit steep and the rest of the menu just a little on the high side

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26. DM

    DonnaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The waiters were all so friendly and the food was outstanding! My husband had the salmon and I had the fresh vegetable risotto. The vegetables were so fresh and crispy and so tender. Outstanding meal and worth the price!

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Brunch with sister - she has oatmeal and side of potatoes, I had duck confit hash. The service was excellent. The food was overall beautifully prepared, oatmeal was perfect - taste and texture - seasoning beautifully balanced but potatoes were undercooked - actually crunchy, thus the 4 instead of 5 rating. That said, we will definitely go back. It is so exciting to have a restaurant of this quality in Alameda.

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    DebM

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    Wine list has exorbitant prices! Seems inconsistent with the food selections and location of the restaurant.

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29. JD

    JohnD

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Anniversary

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    Jlosi

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Incredible food!

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    RobertK

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience4

    Great space, good staff, food is mediocre at best, overpriced. Salmon was overcooked and served cold. Risotto was not risotto, kind of a rice mush.

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    PEastin

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our first time eating at Alley & Vine. First off, my husband wanted me to mention how much he loved the background music -- relaxing and a good mix of songs that we all enjoyed. Now for the food . . . the Taste of A&V White Sturgeon Caviar as the perfect bite to introduce my 19-year-old grandson to caviar -- slightly salty and slightly briny -- just the way caviar should taste. Needless to say, my grandson and I loved it. For our second course, we had the Phyllo-Wrapped 'Locarno' Brie, Mixed Baby Greens, and Nori Crusted Tombo Tuna. The idea of smearing the side of the salad plate with the goat cheese was a brilliant idea so that the diner could wipe each bite with the cheese before eating. The Tombo tuna was very fresh, very Japanese. I wish I could be more descriptive with the Brie, but my grandson, after giving him some instruction on how to load up the endive, said it was very good. Our third course consisted of the Local King Salmon, Yellow Corn Chowder, and Wild Nettle Risotto. The salmon, while my husband ordered that it be cooked "medium", was received "well-done"; it however was not over cooked and still very much enjoyable. The quinoa was very full flavored. The aleppo peppers really came through in the Corn Chowder, but did not overpower the sweetness of the corn. As far as the Wild Nettle Risotto? I have rarely enjoyed a dish of risotto as much as I did last night. The flavors of the vegetables were perfectly balanced, and very fresh. Lastly, the three of us shared a Strawberry Shortcake and Butterscotch Pudding. The strawberry shortcake was served on a drop biscuit, just the way strawberry shortcake should be served. The lemon whipped cream really brought the dessert up to the next level. The Butterscotch Pudding was very delicate, but could have been a bit more flavorful and smoother as I thought the pudding a little grainy. Alley & Vine does a marvelous job of California Cuisine and at appropriate prices.

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    JoyceD

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Nice outdoor seating area on a warm night. There are space heaters if it gets cold though.

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    foodbabybay

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Excellent service and ambiance. The flavors were delicious but had texture consistency issues (eg. Popcorn in a smooth corn chowder? Tender beef coupled with dry stringy pork in a Bolognese) That shouldn't occur in a $120 check for two dinners.

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing little find

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    EmilyP

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was amazing and the staff was wonderful as well!! We will definitely come back when we are in town

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    DavidL

    Atlanta

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    What a great find. I was in town for a business meeting and found this gem. The staff is attentive and exemplary. The food is awesome. We tried almost everything and each dish was fantastic. I can’t recommend this restaurant enough and I will be back next time I am in town.

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38. DB

    DavidB

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Enjoyed it!

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    CynthiaM

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Great food, attentive staff and quaint atmosphere, we’ll be back!!

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    MercedesN

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We absolutely love alley and vine. This was our third time back and we always have such an amazing experience. From the kind staff to the phenomenal well thought out cuisine. It’s evident that the owner and management have a genuine interest to make sure you leave extremely satisfied. Jorsen was one of the waiters we had and he made my daughter feel extra special by offering her some oyster shells. He always remembers us and says hi. Really can’t recommend this place enough. Every bite is so memorable!!!

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