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Unique Eritrean and Ethiopean dishes. Veggie buffet on wed & fridays.
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Join us for lunch or dinner for Kobe-style beef, sushi and much more.
| Local | (925) 552-0505 |
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200 Sycamore Valley Rd W
Danville, CA 94526
5.0 of 5 stars.
Don't miss this restaurant. We went to Forbes Mill for my wife's bday. As someone else mentioned, they personalize the menu - what a wonderful touch. The prawn cocktail is wonderful, the caesar...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent dinner choices including the specials. I opted for the filet mignon and was not disappoionted. It was one of the best pieces of steak I have ever had. Service was outstanding. My wife, I and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for dinner last week. I really enjoyed dinner and found a lot of interesting options on the menu. Decided upon the steak, of course, and it was simply delicious. The service is friendly...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing food and a great atmosphere. My husband and I love this place!! Not only are the steaks great, but the fish, chicken, and lamb are amazing also.
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
read Yelpers review and thought this place was heaven. well, it was ok...Had ribeye and didn't quite took by breath away. I expected to have better quality of ribeye with the price I am paying and it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Forbes Mill never disappoints. The food is always excellent and the Kobe Beef is served perfectly; had the lamb recently and it was very good. I like the atmosphere not only because its has great...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner there again last night with my family. The food is consistent and excellent. Unfortunately, they took too long to get our entrees to the table. By the time they arrived, we had finished...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Checked out the bar happy hour last night and wouldn't recommend it, drink somewhere else. A regular vodka martini was $11. If you drink Smirnoff you can get the girly martini's for $5 but I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This Danville chop house was the selection for my 22nd birthday this year (and if you believe that...!) being my 4th or 5th trip here, I believe I have a fair enough sample to say this place is great!...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went back with the crush girls...here is the big tip. Order the DDG prime rib plate (the largest they have) and split it as it equals two full meals that way. Throw in the asparagus and mushroom...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
First time dining here and it was perfect in every way.My wife and I had dinner here last night with another couple celebrating our wives birthday and it was a wonderful experience. Food was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everything on the menu is great here! I have had the Kobe fillet, oysters, Caesar salad......very tasty. Great wine list and deserts. Romantic atmosphere, great servers....the only thing I would say...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The proof is in the cuts and how well they are done. Better than Mortons or Ruth Chris by a long shot, you're experiencing the taste of the meat and not the butter and salt piled onto the meat....
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I had dinner here to catch up as old friends - and grabbing steak is just one reminder of the commonality of years of friendship. We don't get together nearly as often as we'd like ......
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First timer, went there yesterday with my wife. She had the halibut with crab meat, I had the petite filet, we shared the crabcake appetizer and finished with the lava cake for two.Crab cakes were...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Moved into this town recently and I gotta say.... I love this place. My boyfriend took me there for my birthday and I couldn't have been happier. Tried the French onion soup... Amazing! tried the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not too bad, Not too good. The house salad is small and boring, while the steak was chocking in black pepper. The "side" of veggies would fit in a shot glass and were drowning in butter, my carrots...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On our 20th month anniversary yesterday, my BF took me to Forbes Mill Steakhouse for a sweet dinner date. We have been here a couple of times already and this place never fails to satisfy my tummy!...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Place is pretty darn good.I went there with my wife for a dinner meeting. I had a filet mignon, and wife had the fish. Everything was really yummy. Steak was just right and melts in your mouth....
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The service and ambience are really special. The steaks were so yummy and tender and cooked perfectly. We really look forward to coming here, whenever there's another special-special occasion.
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here a few times and only once did I have an issue with the temperature of my steak. This was resolved to my satisfaction quickly and I enjoyed my dinner. It is probably the best steak...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
It was really our fault for trusting the 4 stars rating on yelp and just reading the first review saying this place is better than peter lugers. The place is very nice, service is excellent, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
2nd best steak I ever had. I ordered the New York Strip. Awesome! Best steak believe it or not was at the Cracker Barrel. Everything about Forbes Mille seemed great. If the Kobe steaks...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I lived in New York City for over 8 years and during that time I went to just about all the top steakhouses in the city (including Brooklyn, of course). I happened to prefer Sparks over Peter...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum! We took my mom here for Mother's Day. I made last minute reservations on opentable.com, and we got here a few minutes early and were seated right away. The place is very modern, chic, and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've come here several times for dinner and I think they have a good selection of steaks. However, I was bummed when they told me that they removed the porterhouse from the menu. So, I've tried other...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes as good as it gets! You can't complain on anything at this place. If you have a complaint just talk to the mairte de and he or she will fix you right up!The food lives up to the hype! I had the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I went back to Forbes Mill on Sunday to try their prime rib pre-fixed dinner.We started off with the clam chowder, and it was very good. The prime rib was fantastic. The flavor was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite steak house. Of course, it is reserved for special occasions but those are not hard to find. :-) I didn't realize there was one in Los Gatos as well...hmmmmIf you haven't had the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummers!My boyfriend took me here for my birthday dinner last night, and needless to say, it impressed. Ambience- low lighting, intimate group of tables with a few booths on the outskirts of the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had a Friday night dinner here with a party of 4. Food was very good, service was excellent. Our waiter Brent was very nice and accommodating. I had the Kobe filet and lobster, both were prepared...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Liked it, but didn't love it.Had dinner with my best friend Cammie and her hubs, Rodney here. Parking was fairly easy and we were immediately seated upon arrival.The decor reminds me of a barn slash...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally got a chance to check out Forbes Mill Steakhouse. I heard the Los Gatos location gets busy so we decided on the Danville spot. The Danville location is much farther from my house than the LG...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best prime rib dinners I have ever had. Tender, juicy, and well prepared. Although it's a bit pricey, it's definitely worth it. The manager also came by to care how we feel about our...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My parents took me with them for a valentine's day dinner. It was the first time that we have ever eaten at Forbes Mill. My sister suggested this restaurant and we split on a gift card for our...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best thing about Forbes Mill is the wine list. The wine steward (David) has done a spectacular job with the list. He mixes botique wines with verticles of some outstanding vinters. The pricing is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here twice, once for lunch which was very good and once for dinner which was great.My wife and I received a gift card so we decided to go on a little date night out. Started off with the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely, maybe a hidden treasure wayyyy in Danville! I had the pleasure of dining at Forbes Mill based on the reviews of my fellow YELPERS. So here it is from the top:The decoration is warm and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Forbes Mill is a good steak house in an open and friendly setting for families, business lunches or a weekday date. I took my parents out and selected Forbes Mill as a last minute option on a Friday...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We've only tried Forbes for lunch, but it will definitely have us coming back for dinner soon. Everything from the food, attentive waiter to the cozy Colorado lodge-esque decor sets this premium...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here the other night for a friend's birthday dinner and had a great meal. I had the prime rib which was very good, not the best I ever had but extremely good. Our server (Rob I think?) was very...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I work in the area and have been enjoying the bar atmosphere at Forbes for some time, but it wasn't until a friend's birthday recently that I had ever even sat in the dining room. We had a fabulous...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for the second time last night and it was great!! I started out waiting for my friend at the bar and had my usual (Cosmo) - nothing exciting but it was good. Started talking to an old, drunk...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had the $29 Sunday 3 course prime rib dinner. I think next time we'll just spend the money and get the good stuff as I was really wanting to try that pear and gorgonzola salad. It was me, my DH,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Some of the best customer service we've ever had from the point of making to reservation to walking out of the restaurant. The food was excellent and it's become one of our favorites. The...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place ranges from good to great depending on the day. My experience is that when they are really busy everything suffers but if you go there for a late lunch or a weeknight it's one of the best...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
2007: food is pretty good, dinner dishes, most notably the steaks, are far superior than the lunch items. Everything tastes good; you walk away thinking you got what you paid for. Nice ambiance,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great steakhouse. I was in town for business so my colleague and I went here for some good old fashioned steak. I had the 14 oz. rib eye and the wedge salad. It was great meat, cooked exactly as I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mother-in-law gives Forbes four stars. She really likes her steaks "well-done" and the server recommended butterflying the steak. And she was right as the steak was still tender and flavorful. And she...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great service, great appetizers, great entrees... and i love me some steak! oh.. the bread is delicious too! only reason why i didnt give it 5 stars is because the shots are expensive, and they dont...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been to the bar here. Chad, the bartender, is outstanding. He's working hard back there but having fun. My drink is always fresh and he's on it without even asking. I was hungry for a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty standard steakhouse fare, different taste/prep than Ruth's Chris or Flemings (and a notch below), but still very good. Reasonably priced at lunch and overpriced at dinner, this is the "Avis"...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you like foie gras, you can order your steak and add some foie gras...quite tasty! The steaks are probably not as good as Flemmings or Ruths Chris, but they are still very tender and juicy. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't been here since they have implemented a new Chef, and GM...The new Gm seems nice and enthusiastic.
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here with some friends. Possibly one of the best ribeyes I've ever had. Can't wait to come back!
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
best steak house in the East Bay, possibly in the Bay Area. Not cheap. But it's worth it. Wait staff is FAB! Will do everything they can to customize your order. Very friendly. Not cheap tho. Damn...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Took a slight risk and went for the first time last night, based mostly on lots of good yelps. We were not disappointed. The personalized menus for our 20th anniversary were a nice touch.We had a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I admit the food was good as well as the service even though it was during the holidays. I don't quite understand why a steak dinner would cost $400 for four people with minimal drinks ( three...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a fantastic dinner with good friends to celebrate our buddy's welcome home visit from Hawaii. And the timing didn't get any better as Forbes was having an anniversary special --$10 Prime Filet...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We went there for the first time on Thursday 5/29/08 when they were celebrating their anniversary with my sister's family who also was celebrating their 14th years together. We made reservations and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
::4.5 stars::A friend of mine gathered our group of friends for dinner here last night. In fact, my friend Mike heard that Forbes Mill was celebrating their 2nd anniversary and they were offering $10...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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If you are searching for the perfect place to indulge in an elegant and upscale dining experience look no further. Forbes Mill Steakhouse impresses in every way making it the perfect destination for any...
restaurant.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for Mother's Day dinner and were seated immediately. Tammy & I ordered beet salads which were great; dtr's BF and granddaughter had the onion soup which they enjoyed. Toni had the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
First of all, this place would rate 4 stars, but I took two off for service. I was expecting a nice quiet dinner for two. Wound up having two infants seated next to us. Nothing we could do, or the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
appetizers were good-oysters-furikake ahi-crab cakes-steak tip (the cognac peppercorn sauce was delicious)kobe filet mignon was alrite (but i did enjoy the steak with the bearnaise sauce)desserts were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friends and I went here the other night for dinner. We were disappointed! We ordered the Prime Rib and the filet mignon. While the filet mignon was decent it wasn't amazing. The prime rib was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice, and both were for special occasions. The food is delicious!!! But pricey. It's a nice restaurant to eat at for a romantic dinner. You don't see many children, not that they...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We really enjoy Forbes Mill. It's still surprising to us that it's not busy compared to overated Haps in Pleasanton and Blackhawk Grill in Danville.
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AWESOME, AWESOMEThis is easily in my top 5. I would go every week if it didn't run $200 for my wife and I. But it is worth it. The prime rib rub is soooo great. The appetizers are delicious.A must go.
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been here twice for dinner and Al C. recapped the first time, so here's my version of the second time:Sometimes I'm hungry at 5pm and I look on opentable for available reservations at 7pm. Taking a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fine Steak and Wine Dining in DanvillePopular Forbes Mill Steakhouse from Los Gatos opened a sister restaurant in Danville last year. It is located in the Danville Livery shopping area, where Tony...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was OK. My filet was nicely done, but my friend's new york strip was just average. He also had oysters for appetizer and they were nothing to write home about. 3 out of 6 were so small, you'd need...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My mom and I went here for a late lunch per Miz Tam's recommendation and we were not disappointed! I had the "Ranch" combo which included a steak sandwich, blue cheese wedge salad and a cup of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Me and my favorite gals went to lunch here. Miz Tam was soo right....yummy!I had a burger and garlic fries....the burger was very good, thick, moist meat, nice bun, toppings served in a cute dish....
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For my 200th review, my lovely parents took my daughter and I to lunch (well, not for the 200 review actually, but because they were in the area, we were available and we enjoy each others company)....
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
4 stars for the food and 2 stars for the service.We ordered 2 FMS cut (20 oz) prime ribs, a filet mignon with jumbo prawns special, and foie gras special, for 4 people. The prime ribs and foie gras...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
went there for Valenties Day, great atmosphere for a romantic evening. Steak was cooked to perfection, drinks were pretty stiff. Prices are on the higher end, but this is not a Black Angus, so if you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice trendy steak place in the East Bay area.Appetizers:Crab salad from the daily specials menu and the mushroom and brie soup. Crab salad - The romaine lettuce was served whole and the crab was off...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was pretty excited to try this place from reading all of the yelp reviews but I was a little disappointed with our experience. This is my FIL's favorite place and we were coming out to celebrate...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place! My husband and I ate here for a late Valentine's Day dinner. We came armed with $150 in gift cards but still spent $75. Hands down our most expensive dinner ever but it was so...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We read about this place on Yelp, so when we needed to be in Danville for a meeting we planned lunch here. It's a spacious, high ceilinged, well lit room in the Livery Shopping Center. There are a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is outrageously expensive. The steak is very good. Everything else on the menu is mediocre. The service is mediocre. With all that said, I give it 2.5 stars because it doesn't stand out...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great decor, very elegant, yet rustic all at the same time.They have a fabulous lunch menu. Their combo selections are great. I had the Wharf combo which came with a cup of the soup of the day, a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
One note: we haven't been here in over a year. We went twice. The first time they had just opened and we had a mediocre experience but thought we'd try it again. The second time we went our service...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent place all around. The inside of the restaurant is a bit romantic and dark, but not so dark that you can't see the food. Skipped the app and went straight for the dinner since i figured it...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
oh man, this place is definitely my top 3 favorites steak places. MInd you, I only have room for 3 favorites in my heart. I had the filet which was cooked to perfection. Sides we shared included -...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went to the Forbes Mill to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. Service, food and wine were fabulous. Yes, it's a tad bit expensive, but the food was really delish. We had the oyster appetizer, beet and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When this place opened we were fortunate to score an introductory meal pre-opening. gratis. Due to the warm welcome at this time we have become re- occurring diners. Due to the pricey-ness it is a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Service was very nice. If you like steak, you'll love this place. If you're on an expense account, you'll love this place. If you can't say yes to the above, stay clear! Outrageous prices for boring...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Perfect in every way! My wife and I had dinner here last night and it was great. We started with a dozen fresh oysters and two glasses of white wine. The oysters were very fresh and the mignonette...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is modern and FANTASTIC for a meal with friends, romantic meal, solo meal at the bar with tv or to rent out for a private party. I went here for lunch last week and had a hamburger and a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for our family dinner last night. 4 of us had steaks while mom had the fish. Verdict? The steak was pretty good. We had the Prime Rib, the Porter House, and the Filet. I had the beet salad...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Rule #1Make sure you have money (yes that includes money on debit cards or credit cards) available if you happen upon this placeRule #2Be hungry. I was fammished and had been for the hour prior. I got...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You know how service is either great, average or bad throughout your entire dining experience? Well, not here it wasn't. The following is a tale of two dining experiences...We ate here for dinner on...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Every so often, I get a chance to dine with a close group of friends at a nice restaurant. We'll try out a new place or visit an old favorite. When we heard that Forbes Mill had opened right in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We took my family out to Forbes Mill Steak house for an early Father's Day dinner tonight. First found out about the restaurant on Opentable.com and made the reservation just yesterday for 5 people @...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2006
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At Forbes Mill Steakhouse we offer the finest cuisine, all natural Kobe and Prime Certified Angus Beef, fresh seafood from Hawaii daily, Australian Lamb and Lobster tail, and much more. Our cuisine is...
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