Bitter Sweet - Carta

O2 Valley X Omurice

➤ 19058 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA, United States

Carta • Tea • Meat • Pickup • Takeout 

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"Made two pick up orders through grubhub. Both are confirmed by store and notify me that they were ready for pick up by the system. Went to the restaurant. Clerk said they only receive 1 order. After showing them the proof on the grubhub app, they made an make-up order, but I have to wait there for an extra 10+ minutes, which makes the scheduled pick-up order meaningless. It's purely the human error of the store. However, I receive no apology."

Alexander's Steakhouse

➤ 10330 N. Wolfe Rd., Cupertino 95014, 95014-2583, United States

Carta • Bars • Wine • Steak • American

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"Visited this place on a bet and left completely satisfied, although not because of the steak. It was my second time here, having previously enjoyed the prime slow roasted prime rib, which was deemed good enough. This time, I decided to switch things up and opted for the prime dry aged bone in New York steak. The dry aged element added a subtle twist to the steak, but it didn 't quite justify the choice. For a steakhouse, I wouldn 't come back for the steakhouse. Appetizers: Bread/Chips/Carbs Appetizer (complimentary) 5/5: Incredibly fluffy and amazing; I couldn 't resist asking for more. Hamachi Shots (6) 5/5: Bursting with flavor. A5 Wagyu Slider 5/5: One of the best sliders I 've ever had. Main Course: Prime Dry Aged Bone In New York 3/5: It was alright. It just wasn 't flavorful. I wished I had a heavy sauce for it but that 's just me. Wouldn 't come back again for steak. Desserts: Raspberry³ 4/5: Absolutely yummy. Cotton Candy (complimentary) 5/5."

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

➤ 19620 Stevens Creek Blvd #150 Cupertino, CA 95014, United States

Carta • Asian • French • Casual • Japanese

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"To say I am disappointed will be an understatement. After waiting for 1 hr 25 minutes for a patio seat, I finally got in. I was with a party of four people, which the restaurant people knew from the very beginning but still they made us sit in a small table which could barely accommodate plates glasses along with the grill. That’s a big negative for me from the get-go. The server, he was in such a rush that we could barely understand what he was saying. Now the food, which we got after a long wait. It was utterly disappointing. There were no flavors in the meat. They were bland and super boring. Even the miso soup was yuck. It’s a tapas style restaurant, so you are looking at really really small portions of meat. We tried the set menu for two people, which was not enough at all. We had to order extra portions of meat. Basic things were missing in this restaurant. I don’t know why people gave such high reviews about this place. Food was served, but there was no chopsticks/spoon or anything. When I asked a server, how do I drink the miso soup he says in Japan people drink it from the bowl. HELLO we are not in Japan so that was a very stupid answer which I got. Asked for four spoons got only one. Multiple reminders had to be given to the server for plates and tissues, etc.. The ambience to be honest sucks in this restaurant. Inside was so noisy and claustrophobic with people speaking on the top of their voice it will give a headache to anybody. Outside was dirty. The heaters were not enough and the service was pathetic. Dave your money go somewhere else. Skip this place!! Parking: Parking is terrible, specially in weekend. Good luck finding space to park"

Shawarma Falafel Shaq

➤ 3475 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, United States

Carta • Salad • Wraps • Falafel • Mediterranean

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"The food here closely resembles authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. My personal favorite is the shawarma wrap. SHAQ is a family-owned and operated restaurant dedicated to bringing the rich flavors of Mediterranean food to our customers. Our quality and service make us the top choice for diners, and we are committed to serving hot and fresh meals every day. We offer a wide variety of menu options, including shawarma, wraps, tikka, falafel, and much more. While you enjoy our always fresh and healthy hot food, you can also take advantage of our free Wi-Fi. We will continue to work hard to exceed your expectations."

小劉清粥 Taiwan Porridge Kingdom

➤ 20956 Homestead Rd, 95014, Cupertino, United States

Carta • Cafés • Salad • Asian • Chinese

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"The Taiwan Porridge restaurant offers a diverse selection of dishes, ranging from vegetables and tofu to chicken, pork, and fish. The porridge itself has a unique twist, as it carries a subtle sweetness derived from sweet potatoes. The texture resembles that of rice, albeit with a slightly watery consistency.The extensive variety of ingredients allows diners to curate a meal according to their preferences and dietary needs. Whether you're a vegetarian or a meat lover, the restaurant caters to all palates. The freshness of the vegetables, tenderness of the meat, and flavorsome tofu create a delightful culinary experience.However, the sweetness in the porridge may not appeal to everyone, as some diners might prefer a more savory or neutral taste. Additionally, the abundant water content in the porridge might be a departure from traditional expectations. Nonetheless, the restaurant's commitment to offering a wide array of options ensures that there's something for everyone to enjoy."