Orchard City Kitchen

Orchard City Kitchen

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Ramon Farinazo
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Great Spot at the Pruneyard, I would eat here everyday if I could. The Benny is a must try for brunch/lunch, and Saul always treats you like family. If you have never been, you're missing out, make a point to stop by

Melissa Chu
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Very creative fusion dishes here. Flavors are overall on the heavy side, but I would come back again just to see what new items they have come up with! Also, the decor and service here is amazing.

David Jenkins
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This was a stunning brunch place! The service was top notch and the food was utterly amazing! I would highly recommend it, we managed to luck out and get a table quickly but if you can make a reservation do it.

John Kagley
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Frankly, I was quite disappointed. Everything sounded great on the menu but was poorly executed. Tater tots were not meant to be used in poutine, it seems, and neither was the gravy they use. The platter it came on was hot, but the food wasn t. As for the collard green melt I had- imagine you went to make a PB&J but instead of layering the two ingredients you put peanut butter on the left and jelly on the right and never the twain shall meet. That s not how sandwiches work. My coworker didn t even finish whatever his sandwich was and the rest of the day I just felt so let down. But the guy at the bar next to us somehow had a $100+ tab all by himself at 11:45 and they only open at 11:00, so.....maybe we should have had a liquid lunch instead?

David Brickner
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-brunch review- Our group agreed it's kind of an "Instagram restaurant". Apps were tiny, prices are high. The poutine tasted great though. Breakfast old fashioned and lost in translation were pretty disappointing.

Vee H
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I was looking forward to trying the Korean fried chicken and lobster dumplings. Unfortunately, they were almost inedible. Both were way too salty! If it weren't for the triple B, I would not come back here. I will come back & try their brunch menu.

Bay Area FPV
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Something has changed... We used to frequent OCK and LOVED it! We'd sit at the bar and chat with the staff and whatnot. These guys were tip-top. However, it had been about 9 months since we went to OCK. Well, things appear to have changed. Not only did the drinks seem slightly inferior to what we'd come to expect from OCK, the staff didn't even attempt to engage in conversation with us while we were sitting at the bar next to them. I must say it's quite sad considering I'd have given this place a 10 before....

Kristen G
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We went here for dinner a couple of nights ago and it was an amazing experience! We ordered the Dayboat Scallops, Triple B, Artichoke, and Shrimp & Pork Dumplings. All of these dishes were fantastic. The staff was very professional & their COVID safety measures were superb - they took temperatures at the door, gave you a bag for your mask, and provided sanitizer before seating you at your table. We will definitely be coming back!

D M
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This place was amazing! The wait time was a little long considering we had made reservations but I was so wow'd by the service and food quality that I refuse to hold it against them. Had a mojito at the bar while we waited for our table. The bartenders were attentive, friendly, and the drink was displayed nicely once served. The table we were seated at was a bit small but we made due. We ordered 5 dishes to share and all of them were amazing and flavorful. I am a very picky eater, and I allowed my date to choose. I still enjoyed everything at the table. Our waiter was attentive and checked on us the perfect amount of time considering we were on a date and needed time to talk and get to know one another. We did not feel interrupted but felt tended to and catered to. My water glass was never left empty long. I can't wait to return again, as I most definitely will be going back!

Rob Nertney
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Always hard to get seating. Food is good for a happy hour with friends. A solid choice for a happy hour with friends. Loses a star due to weird seating (you might share a table if you get one), and over salt/sugar on a few of their dishes.

s z
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BBB (bacon, brisket, butter) is the best. Like their Happer hour dishes better than the dinner Manuel items. Happy hour from 4-5:30 everyday. Dinner star from 5:30. They take dinner reservation one day in advance.

Michael Henn
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Great atmosphere and definitely one of the highlights of the pruneyard. The drinks are all amazing but you should definitely get the O.G. Milk Punch because it never fails. All the good is great but it's definitely more of a "get a bunch of food and share with friends" type food but it's all delicious especially the triple B so be sure to start with that.

Joy
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OCK has some hits and misses, so I'm not sold just yet. I was slightly regretting not making a reservation ahead of time when I saw a crowd around the hostess stand around dinner time on Sunday evening. Luckily we were seated within just a few minutes. There were rows of tables alongside a bar looking into an exposed kitchen, and even more seating in a large patio area. $14 One in a Melon - Japanese whisky, aged agricole rhum, cantaloupe, toasted sunflower, nigori sake, sirop de canne: There's nothing like a cool, refreshing, summer cocktail with fresh fruit. $15 Mac n' Cheese - Carolina BBQ sauce, sharp cheddar, smoked chicken, spiced breadcrumb: I love me a baked mac 'n' cheese, but I wasn't too impressed with this one. The cheese is more on the liquid-y side and I don't think the BBQ sauce is very good to pair with it. However, I appreciated having a little protein in a more fatty dish, as well as the breadcrumbs. $8.50 KFC Korean Fried Chicken - gochujang, green onion, sweet heat, garlic: These are just chicken nuggets dressed in sweet and spicy sauce, dressed with sesame seeds, pickle slices, and a lime wedge. Not impressed. $7.50 BBB Biscuits, Bacon, Honey Butter: These 3 items slightly redeemed the above two dishes. The biscuits were warm and buttery. The bacon was on the thicker side, and a little sweet. The honey butter tasted very good, though it's not a far cry from sweet cream butter that you can find in stores. $15 Bone Marrow - panzanella, stone fruit, levain, saba, purslane: Excellent! I don't think I have ever had bone marrow scoop out of the bone so cleanly before. Smooth, rich, and spreads nicely on the levain. The sweet and sour fruit slices helped to cut through some of the richness. $16.25 Steak Tartare - puttanesca capers, anchovies, olives, chili, garlic, tomato, lavash: I'm always a fan of steak tartare, but this was just okay. I appreciated the thick chunks of beef, but it could have used a finer chop to eat with the lavash, and perhaps more acid flavor. Plus, steak tartare is not great with lavash, since it doesn't scoop or hold the meat very well. $16.75 Shrimp Dumplings - Brentwood corn, scallion, frizzled ginger, Calabrian chili, cilantro: Perhaps the worst of the dishes? I couldn't taste much shrimp or perhaps the shrimp was chopped and mashed beyond recognition. My friend commented that these just taste like well-plated, dressed up frozen dumplings. Well, with all the micro greens and flowers on a plate with just a few dumplings, I can't say I disagree. Burger & Fries: Excellent! Beef was cooked to a nice medium-rare. Cheese was gooey and melted. Arugula and fried onions paired very well. The fluffy bun held up well and was in good proportion to the patty. The herb fries were very good too. So out of the seven dishes we tried, I would only recommend the burger, bone marrow, and possibly BBB. I enjoyed the drinks, too. Some dishes weren't worth the money, especially the dumplings. I'm not sure I would come back, since I didn't find anything else on the menu I really wanted to try, but my friend did mention that the brunch is good. So far, I give this place a 7/10.

Jason Buberel
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Everything was very flavorful, but the vegetable portion sizes we're too small. Also, the timing of delivery of the plates was strange - some plates came right away, others took a while. One person received their mixed drink right away while the other two of us waited for our glasses of wine.

Jennifer Mowery
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We have been trying to get here because of all the great reviews. Service was great atmosphere was nice but loud. Taps style with full plate prices. Not bad for a date but not good for a family with hungury teens. I appreciated the creative food and drinks. The food tasted above average.

Kimberly Ann Graham
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Food is good but the place is always jam-packed. Had the BBB, biscuits bacon and butter, and it was quite good. Biscuits were a little on the flat side but still tasty. Had the Korean Fried Chicken (KFC) and enjoyed it very much.

Ramona B.
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This restaurant is not baby friendly. It would have been nice if I was told this while making a reservation than to experience it in person. My husband had to go to the car and back multiple times to get things we typically keep in the stroller. We weren't allowed to be seated until the exact time of the reservation and got snapped at by the host, food was delicious however the staff who was serving it had such a strong bo that took all the joy away every time he served a plate.

Lawrence Tom
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Brunch is all about the Pig and Chicken but now you have to add in the Cow. Walked in without a reservation and the place was half full but no wait. We were seated in front of the kitchen and the steady stream of food showed that the BBB and Chefwich benedict appeared to be the most popular and quite the teaser. I enjoy seeing the activity of the kitchen and all the deliciousness pouring out or it. We ordered the BBB, brisket hash and benedict. The BBB was a wonderfully, delicious appetizer and we could easily have ordered another and another. The brisket hash was ok. I read other reviews about the lack of meat in the dish and decided to deconstruct it. There is about a tablespoon of hash in each dollop. Next to us a fried chicken sandwich was happily being munched and for the amount of protein, I probably would have ordered that instead. The hash was good but just not very much of it and for the sampling it was super salty. I could taste the salt more then the meat. There are a lot of other items on the menu that I would like to try and look forward to going back.

Dave H
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If you're searching for a foodie experience in the south bay, definitely check this place out. Great rotation of menu items. Tapas style dishes meant to share and get a taste of everything. Awesome cocktails and atmosphere. Can't go wrong here.

Pearl Luo
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Been here twice, first for brunch and yesterday for dinner. To sum up, food here is trendy and innovative. Most dishes are on point in terms of taste. My favorite dishes had to be triple B (so simple yet so yummy), Mac n cheese and the duck breast. Would not order dumplings again.. It was overly salted and the dumpling did not hold up and we scooped up bits and pieces. My brunch experience wasn't as nice just becuz I did not like what I ordered.. But I'd love to return and try out their dishes with brisket and bacon!

Austin
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I came here for dinner, which might be a different experience than breakfast/brunch. On the upside, I like the decor and atmosphere, Walls of Jericho cocktail was tasty, I like the idea of shared seating. The guestbook/bill holder was cool too. On the downside, the tapas were expensive, and they recommended getting 2-3 plates per person. I could get more food of equal quality in a similarly nice place for less money elsewhere. Vegetarian choices are limited. People didn't really embrace the communal seating thing either, but that's not OCK's fault.

Nicholas Kehriotis
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Amazing experience for lunch. The brothers old fashioned and candy land cocktails were both unique and very tasty. We had a hard time picking our favorite dishes as well. Highly recommend!

Glenn Romualdo
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Cmae in on a whim after a late movie night on a weekday, was given a table promptly. The food was eclectic. Appetizers and salad excellent. My torn salmon was wonderful. The new York steak was good. The pumpkin pie was terrific. Service was very good considering we came in near closing.

Davey Freeman
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I had lunch here, and it was outstanding. Tried the tator-tot poutine, fried chicken sandwich, and french fries, and everything was awesome. I now feel the need to come back and try their dinner menu.

Carroll Nguyen
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Truffle Shuffle (burger) is good. I like that the burger came with several fry types. The Triple B is AMAZING. Not sure what the bacon is coated with, but it is so good. Someone always fills your water. Your cup of water literally cannot be empty for more than 10 seconds. LITERALLY. The big glass of water is there for you to refill yourself, but someone always comes to do it first, even if your glass is only half empty/full, whichever way you see it. Personally, I'm a half empty kind of guy. The world is cruel, and the only morality in a cruel world is chance. Unbiased. Unprejudiced. Fair. So if you're on the fence about trying this place, flip a coin! Heads you go. Tails you no go.

Jaime Allen
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The wait staff are phenomenal. Ramen! Nate! Rebecca! Kelly! Max! They take care of us like we're family. It's quite refreshing. And the food is fantastic too. But for me, it's totally about the people.

Marlo Manaloto
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Seasonal, local fare presenting whimsical takes on classic and tasty dishes like KFC (Korean Fried Chicken) and tater tot poutine. There are plenty of healthy and vegetarian options, too. Be sure to make a reservation for dinner or enjoy their more affordable lunch menu. Seating is available outside. Try their lit tree seating for a fun meal for 2. Bonus points for the BioBidets in (at least the women's) restrooms!

Hyeyoung Jin
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It's my friend's birthday, so I went to the place for lunch. My friend recommended me and I went with her. It's no exaggeration to say that I've improved my impression of Campbell. There was a menu that I thought Korean would be the boss. It was unique and delicious. We asked her to give her a birthday present, so she said yes, but she served us a pretty cake at the store. It's spacious inside, it's open kitchen, but it does not smell like food, and I really liked the bathroom! It's something that girls would love to do. The employees were generally nice and friendly, even though it would be a busy I've decided to visit my friend again soon. It is the place where I went to have lunch because it was my friend's birthday. A friend of mine recommended me and went with me. It is no exaggeration to say that the initial impression of the Campbell has improved. I had a menu that I would like to be your boss from Korea, spice chicken sandwich! It was unique and delicious. I told them not to use the cake that we took to celebrate birthday, so I told them to get it, and they put a pretty cake in the store. The inside of the store is spacious, and the open kitchen does not smell badly, and I really liked the bathroom! This is the part that women especially like. Even though it was busy time, the staffs were nice and friendly overall. I decided to come back with my friend soon.

D. Mo
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Enjoyable tapas experience. Service was a highlight. Ordered many dishes. I honestly thought a majority were just better than alright and a bit overpriced had it not been for things like freshness, consistency or presentation. The major protein dishes seemed to be a step above the other dishes. The things that were most memorable to me: the quality of ingredients, the short rib, and the blueberry cardamom soft serve and compote.

Hayden Shieh
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Absolutely one of the best restaurants in the South Bay. Reasonably priced (expect between 140-180 for two with drinks) and the food is excellent. On par with a single star restaurant at half the price.

kaine nguyen-le
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Pretty good, the menu changes every week or two I think. I've never been disappointed with the food I order here, it's all good, no matter what you order! It's very hearty and the ambiance is definitely ... California farm house country living type of vibe if that makes any sense. The food is inspired by other cuisines, with nods to Korean and Japanese foods on the last menu I saw as well as American breakfast comfort foods like biscuits and gravy or the quintessential scramble eggs + sausage + hashbrowns. It's on the pricier side though, and they also tack on an additional 4% service surcharge as well but their service is definitely on point!

Sarvadnya AW
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This place for ok because as a vegetarian I had limited options. The hash browns were very oily. I didn t even click any photos of the food I ordered. Didn t get excited to click. My friend on the other hand enjoy (she is not a vegetarian). So in my opinion for veg and vegan diet requirements , this place is ok.

Danny DeBruine
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Love OCK! Their brunch menu changes with the seasons and there's always something delicious. P.O.G. Mimosas are a must try. Best brunch spot in the South Bay. Dinner menu varies as well, however there are a few staples always on the menu. Cocktails are impressive as are the beers on tap. Best of all is the triple b. Biscuits. Bacon. Butter. Must try!

Aaron Yuan
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I would come here once. Each small dish has some sort of twist on it, and some I loved, and some I didn't. I loved the cheesy corn. I loved the marrow. I loved the chicken. The fried chicken, the chasiu pork, the artichoke I could do without. The staff is very helpful and the atmosphere almost makes its own conversation. Oh. just get the special drink. Its container makes it worth it.