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Forbes Mill Steakhouse is a three star restaurant in Los Gatos. This is a moderately priced restaurant. It's known for its steak. It's been awarded the Best of Special Occasion Dining and Best of Martini awards. Know before you go: this place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a family atmosphere. This place features a full bar.
4.0 of 5 stars.
Like one of the other reviewers, I vacillated between 5 and 3 - 5 for the food, but 3 for the service. The food was very good. We had for starters: calamari, portabella(spell?) mushroom ravioli, and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am having a horrible time trying to decide whether I should give them a 3 or 4 star. The food was a definite 5, but the service really hurt the rating. We had made reservations but we still have to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They have a little parking lot near the front, and then a medium parking lot in the back, so parking was not bad. Had a reservation so we didn't have to wait much. The hostess was really nice and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for the second time after a couple years. I don't know if the place has changed or my memory is faulty, but a tragic lack of seasoning on all of the dishes really killed the meal for me. Had...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUM YUM YUM! I went to this restaurant for the first time recently for my dad's birthday. I'm normally not a huge steak fan but Y-U-M!!! Everything about this restaurant was excellent. The ambience,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went for dinner to celebrate a friend's birthday on Saturday. I was surprised by how pretty the dining room is. We were seated promptly and when we opened our menus were surprised to see Happy...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent steakhouse for the money.
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The steak here is primo!! Forbes Mill, home of the best steak I've experienced to date. That's saying a lot considering the considerable amount of steakhouses I've been to. Definitely pricey but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy cow--- ha ha. Seriously- The cow was really delicious. I had the kobe filet along with the lobster. Well, the steak was incredible, but what really blew me away was the lobster. Oh my goodness!...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down best steakhouse. Good prices, excellent service, everything prepared perfect! This is a steakhouse that should be ranked as one of the best!
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My family took me here for one of my birthdays and I had such a good time. When we were given the menus they had printed "Happy Birthday Mimi" on them.. HOW SWEEET! They definitely know how to make a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Know whats good is the key here, Clam Chowder, Kona Creme Brule, Short ribs, Potato au Gratin were excellent. Service was good and professional, Hostess was cute and Soul-lessly young. Kobe and meats...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place utterly SUCKED! I was so excited to eat here for my boyfriend's birthday, but I was really disappointed. I had made reservations for 8PM, and my boyfriend and I actually came about 15...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
in a nutshell, forbes mill in los gatos = EPIC FAILURE.went here with my family for my father's bday. we had a reservation and were seated promptly.after that is where it started going all down hill....
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent service, personalized birthday menus, delicious food and drink, all that I hoped for.Pricey but for the right occasion well worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had the best dining experience ever at this restaurant. The ambience, service, and food were all just wonderful! Our waiter was very kind and always making sure we had everything we needed. This...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If your goal for the evening is to have steak melt in your mouth, this is the place to come. My rating should really be 4.5 stars. Would like to give 5 but the sauces and sides need attention....
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Stop 5 on the Los Gatos Bar Crawl (#LosCrawl on Twitter)It takes a lot for me to give 5 stars to a restaurant when I havn't eaten anything at all - after all, a bar crawl and a hastily grabbed drink...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
HIRE NEW HOSTESSES!!!My husband and family are steak fans so we decided on Forbes to celebrate my husband's birthday. When we first arrived, we noticed right off how unwelcoming the hostesses were....
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Talk about a nice dining experience! I can't praise enough about the food and the customer service of this place. I was almost surprised people still get treated this well now-a-days!First off, the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is amazing to be able try new and different places as I want. This place was a dinner between 3 friends who had a bet going, and lost. So Forbes Mill it was to cash in on the winnings. We came in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Forbes Mill for the first time last night. The meal was getting expensed so I threw down hard and ordered the Kobe fillet and lobster.First of all, I take issue with the fact that they don't...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG! Personalized tasting menu and wine pairing. If you think Forbes Mill Steakhouse doesn't do tasting and wine pairing menu's WRONG! It all started with a phone call. My husband had been looking...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i had stayed away from forbes mill because it was over-hyped. a friend of mine said that it was better than ruth's chris (one of my all time favorites) and i have always held that against forbes...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was so close to giving this place 5 stars. My husband and I came on a Sunday night, and the Sunday menu offered 3 courses (salad/soup, prime rib, dessert) for only $29! What a deal! We had a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first time at Forbes Mill Steakhouse. Made reservations on a Saturday night and moved it to a later time no problem. Arrived with my girlfriend to the restaurant both excited as hell....
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to give this place more than three stars. I read reviews before I made a reservation last night and it looked like people raved about their service and food. That sounded great! I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We love to sit at the bar, enjoy some cocktails, and then stick around for dinner or heavy appetizers. The food is consistently good and the service is the highest caliber.
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After the economy tanked last year, my husband and I stopped dining out at places like Forbes Mill. But he surpised me for Valentine's Day. And you know, it actually wasn't as expensive as I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband had visited this restaurant about 2 years ago, and he had been raving that it was the "best steak dinner" he's ever had. My mouth has been salivating and wanting this meal for the longest...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hear ye! Hear ye! FANTABULOUS YUMS!**WARNING** A vegetarian giving a steak house a 5 star review?! For chrissakes and the love of animals, no effing way! With that said, I managed to eat no animal...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to Forbes Mill plenty of times in the past, and always had a fabulous meal and experience...but I went for my birthday last night and was very pleasantly surprised by the way I was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A really great experience. We had Saturday evening reservations and were seated immediately. Service was friendly and professional. The food was excellent. Heirloom tomato salad was fresh and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
food is ok, not great, doesn't justify the price.
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just got back from a birthday celebration at Forbes Mill Steakhouse. The food was amazing! The waiter recommended a wine that was sooooooo good. The watier (whose name is Ed) is probably my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was a dynamite place. Took my wife there for her birthday and she loved it. They created a personalized menu for the 4 of us with her name on it. Very fun. The food was great. Our niece's boy...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Every time we've been here we have always been pleased. My husband and I recently celebrated our first wedding anniversary here. The moment we checked in with the hostess we were congratulated on...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first experience to Forbes Mill was back in late 07 and after a long day at an event the food tasted great. A few weeks ago we went back for a birthday and I got a chance to see if the food was as...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It is a solid four stars. Service is five. I have been here a number of times, most recently with out team at work with the private back room just past the bar. It is great having that room as you...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I recall the restaurant was excellent and my meal very tasty. I had the prime rib for which was slightly salty for my taste however I would go back since everything else was so good. We started off...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Woohoo! As good as it gets! The service, food and atmosphere were great which is all anyone can ask for when they go out for a nice dinner. Since we were celebrating a special occasion (my boyfriends...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ryan and Dean will welcome you in and it is a great steak house. They have added some wonderful deals on Sunday and Monday nights as well as a wonderful prix fixe deal. Just a great meal each time I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went there for a dinner of 4, surprisingly dark inside, it only got worse as the sun set. I could barely see my steak. The Kobe steak was flavorful, the staff was informative and friendly. I would...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fine dining at it's best! Everything we ordered was great. I had the Braised Short Ribs which was sweet and tender, My parents had Fillet Mignon cooked a perfect Medium-well, and my brother had the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since my parents love steakhouses, we decided to take them here for their wedding anniversary....and I'm glad we did. Upon entering, my parents were impressed with the dim, "romantic" setting. I was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have yet to sit down at Forbes Mill to eat, but it's on my to-do list! My bf was feeling really down one day and I wanted to do something special to cheer him up. Prime rib is one of his favorite...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite steak place...They serve quality cuts of steak and not bad for the price...I'm not saying its super cheap but 40-50 bucks for kobe beef is a good deal to me...Some people might...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to this restaurant several times. The last 2 times I have been here the service has been marginal. Now, I admit the food is tasty for what you get. I find it hard to believe when you're...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I'm a little torn here... you can't mess w/ my meats, that's for sure. And their Kobe filet mignon.... *DROOL* It's so tender and juicy and it was cooked to perfection. This is why I chose to go...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came to Forbes Mill this year for Mother's Day. There was a nice crowd, not too packed, but I did make reservations though. Highly recommended. Since it was Mother's Day they had a special trio menu...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place was sooo strange. The atmosphere and steak is fantastic - everything else is sub-par.The service is very slow and not attentive. The sides: spinach, potatoes - NOT good. The beef - I had...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My gold standard for bay area steak houses are Mortons and House of Prime Rib. Different experiences to be sure, but both 5 star in their own way. This was three star, with special ding for high...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The only place that cooks steak just the way my husband and I like it - medium inside, slightly charred outside. Their bread, sides, wines, dessert - everything is amazing. I definitely prefer...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Keep in mind that if you want to eat in a restaurant in Los Gatos you have to expect it to be very very noisy. Linen table cloths don't do much to cut down the noise. So make sure that you sit very...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I heard a lot of hype about this place, and haven't been able to go until now. I was pleasantly surprised. I am a HUGE fan of GOOD Prime Rib, and this place tops all I've had! I ordered the "DDG...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here originally 3 years ago, because of a friend who worked at the restaurant. Got some preferential treatment with some complimentary tastings and a slight discount off our final bill....
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BESTSTEAKEVER!!!I had the Kobe Filet and I have had trouble enjoying any other steak since.
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ehh.. just OK for me. Totally fancy and such an LG type of restaurant but the food isn't that great.. just very expensive. Came with the bf and his family (on two different occasions) and there wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
hmm Has this place gone down hill or is it just me? The last time I came the steak was just average... definitely not terrible, but not amazing. Also i consider myself a bit of a mac and cheese...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for dinner for my birthday! It was really nice inside, kind of reminded me of Morton's Steakhouse. The waiter was nice and seemed knowledgeable about the menu. Dinner for two was around...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Kobe beef is delicious! The side dishes are HUGE and you can really share with others at the table.. I wanted one all to myself and realized my stomach was larger than my appetite! The...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
been here a couple of times now and each time i havent been impressed with the quality of service. the waiter/waitress wasnt very attentive and pretty much gone all night long. the bus boys were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You better love steak. We have been there twice now and haven't had a better meal anywhere else. We have tried the prime rib, ribeye and kobe beef. All excellent but personally I think kobe beef is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for my boyfriends birthday. The service was excellent but the food was just awful. I'd have to give it 2 stars because of their excellent Pear and Gorgonzola salad, but other than that...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was our first visit to Forbes Mill and we liked it very much! Good ambiance, friendly wait staff, nice bar near the entrance, good wine list, great steak. I ordered the Prime Rib cooked medium...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would give this place 5 stars... But I reserve that for only the best restaurants and there have only been 2... But this got VERY close. The food was great, but what made the night for me was the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wonderful atmosphere, the filet mignon is 'to die for' and one particular server is the best.. ask for Rich's section. My husband and I will return here often. If you want a great dinner, romantic...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
OK, i dont remember why we ate here...all i know was cuz my sis recommended it, but i dont recall there being an occasion. My hubby and I came here with Emma with reservations, and we still had to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I order 2 Blackened Ribeye steak both med rare, two cup of water and a margarita. One steak came out cook to order, the other one was more on the well cooked side. My drink didn't come out till I was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I came I thought I didn't need the Kobe steak. I was wrong.I came here for a second time this past weekend, and let me tell you, don't even look at any other part of the menu.I had the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
...If I could dine here every night, I would! I'm not a huge fan of beef, but I have to recommend the filet mignon/lobster tail combo. I hear the Kobe steak is a must have as well. With your meal,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here last Friday for dinner with my boyfriend. Service was a little bit slow. We still had to wait even with our reservations. It took our waitress a while to take our orders. Maybe because the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here with the bf on valentine's day. They were giving all the ladies a long stemmed rose that night, which added a nice touch to the evening. It's funny how the only time I ever get roses is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
2.5 stars. Sorry but I can't give it anymore. My husband and I came here for dinner and the server kept trying to sell us on their kobe beef. Service a little below average. The most important part...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You know, I really heart this place. Went back for a friend's birthday and sensibly went for the 8 oz filet -- that thing was super tasty, and super tender. It wasn't about slicing it so much as...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Me and my boyfriend both worked Valentine's day weekend so we decided to celebrate the monday. We decided to try out Forbes Mill. We walked in and was greeted by a really friendly hostess and was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good steaks for solely a decent dining experience due to a lot of mid-range items to note here. Because of the main courses, 3.5 stars. Cost to worth it ratio: 2.7 (regular steaks ranging from ~$40-50...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for an every v-day celebration. We had the calamari and oysters for appetizer and they were both good. Nothing special for either of them. We had their clam chowder which was very tasty and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Looking for a reliable steak in Los Gatos... this is it. 3.5 starsNo surprises. It's a locals kind of place... and if you know Los Gatos, you know what kind of locals to expect.I'm not knocking the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I cant believe people rate this place anything higher than 3. Its simply is not that fantastic....Meat ? So what.....I have dined in some of the greatest restaurants in the world...this is the only...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the service here. Great wine list and knowledgable staff. Terrific place for a special occasion or not.My favorites:-Day boat sea scallops (tomato ginger chutney, black forbidden rice, green...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant was suggested to me by my date's aunt as a place to eat before prom. ( circa May 2008 ) I have to say that this place is great. The customers who eat here get their money's worth. My...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
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yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
They made it right. I swore I'd only come back here if I wasn't paying, and I lived up to it. And so did they. Based on my poor experience last time here, the staff invited my party back to re-live...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food: Satisfying, but lacked that little somethingService: Friendly, but not attentivePrice: As expected. Average $50 per guestWhat impressed me about this place is they do make every effort to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The inlaws and I took the hubby for his birthday dinner here, and it was a great meal overall; however, in my ranking of it, I have to consider all the steakhouses I've been to in San Francisco and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My fiance and I have been to several fine dining steak houses in Silicon Valley, and this is one of the better places. First off, they serve Kobe beef and Kobe beef is really tasty! I ordered their...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice atmosphere, good service, good food. Great location. I personally prefer morton's steak house. This place is pricey with small portions but it's a very classy place. Good for a date.
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is always a treat when we decide to go.Recipe for a great experience: Oysters on a half shellPetit Filet mignon with favorite sidesFavorite bottle of wine (you're already spending the money...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Friends brought me here for my birthday. Arrived on time, seated promptly. We had a bottle of '99 Dom Perignon, which we asked to be iced immediately. We get our menus, 10 minutes later, no ice...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i wish there was a rating for the food and a different rating for the service...i came here with 6 coworkers trying to have a sit-down dinner. we saw that Forbes Mill was doing something like 'dine...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Me and group went here for the first and enjoyed ourselves. The place was very classy inside and the wait staff was very knowledgeable. Our meal was tasty, but defiantly a higher price point. Save...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I took the bf here for his birthday. Extra kudos for having personalized menus on our table which greet him with "Happy Birthday Bf's name". We arrived at little before our reservation time and was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow! One of the best restaurants I've been to period! I had the pleasure of going here on my birthday and had an amazing experience. We had to wait a while before being seated but we waited in what...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Classy steakhouse experience. From the moment you walk in, you know it's going to be a great experience. Mine was none other than perfect. The restaurant is dimly lit, trimmed with dark wood and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would give the food 4-5 stars, but my personal experience I would have to just say about a 3. This is coming from a person who really doesn't eat steak too much, but I do enjoy it once in a while....
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So we went on NYE this year and my boyfriend had made a reservation for 4 people. We got there on time with our full party and were seated immediately =] And parking wasnt bad either. They have their...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very classic steakhouse decor and ambiance. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and attentive. Everything is what you would expect from a good, fancy steakhouse...except for their prime rib. It was the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend, and fellow Yelper, recently took me here as a surprise for my birthday and I thoroughly enjoyed ever aspect of this place! It was a cold December night when we walked through the doors...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love their Kobe (even though it wasn't Japanese kobe) and their melt in your mouth lobster. I've been to Forbes Mill a couple of times and enjoyed the food each time. One time I went, we were...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My family enjoys steak every once and a while and whenever we have a special occasion and don't feel like trekking out to SF, we usually agree to come to Forbes Mill. I really like the ambiance here...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Quite simply, best steakhouse I've been to. Yes, better than House of Prime Rib. No, I haven't been to Alexanders.....yet. Anyhow, came here on a date. Arrived early for our reservation so we had to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When you're looking for the whole steak and great wine experience, it doesnt get better than Forbes. Pleasantly dark interior, wood panelling and steak that is just out of this world.IMHO, blows away...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If eating less meat will help the green movement, consider me a 'red' -- RED MEAT that is! ::off the scales on the corny-o-rameter::I came here with a fellow Yelper based on ironic conditions. It's...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went there for our anniversary and used OpenTable to book it. It was easy to get a reservation and the staff got the note through OpenTable to remark on our occasion. I had the Onion Soup for an...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down - one of the best steaks I've had in a long time. We went during the week and it was crowded, but not too crowded. Very nice ambiance and very quick and courteous service. We started the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Forbes, ah... what can I say... I love the place! The staff is friendly and on target, they give great recommendations and are eager to please. The food has always been excellent. I have been coming...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Was there with a friend at the bar, the bartender was extremely nice and really cared if we liked our choice in wine. The food came out quickly and was delicious. Coming back next time for the STEAK....
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Forbes Mill - I've only been one time, but I can honestly say that this was one of the best Steakhouses I have ever been to.The service is great, my steak was cooked to perfection - great ambiance...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Made a reservation for a special birthday dinner. Based upon fellow yelpers, I was under the impression they would have a special menu for me...the hostess looked and looked...but was unable to locate...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My family and I go to Forbes Mill for special occasions. If you make a reservation and tell them it's a special occasion they will personalize the specials menu with the person's name and occasion,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent steaks and service is top-notch. The only negative would be the price, but you get what you pay for. I've only had the steaks (Filet, New York, Ribeye) here, so I can't comment on the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love meat and I am not ashamed to say it. And yes, very few culinary delights bring me more happiness than a good steak. With that said, you can imagine my bliss at Forbes Mill Steak House in Los...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I were independently wealthy, I'd eat here every week! DH and I were suddenly without kids so we were able to get a last minute table here. Everything was wonderful. Service was outstanding. We...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Stellar. I took my fiance out for his birthday dinner here last week. As others mentioned, the birthday menu was an adorable touch. I started with the French onion soup - the best I've ever had....
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love, love, love this place! It made my first five-star rating!My girlfriends and I needed to take one of our girls out for her birthday dinner. I'm always in for something new, so I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We had dinner here this past Saturday and were very impressed with both the food quality and excellent service. The crab-crusted halibut was excellent, as well as the french onion soup and caesar...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and service. I had a delicious meal- a little pricey but good for special occasions. I do recommend not being even 2 minutes late though, they gave up my reservations but luckily for us...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here on my birthday, the personalized menu was a nice touch, and our server was beyond polite. The place is clean and easy to find. Coming down Santa Cruz street it will be on your left....
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was a big fan. We started out with the crab cakes, which were quite small but were in a nice sauce and didn't fall apart too fast. There was also a special appetizer, the tuna tower, which was a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for my wife's birthday but, while there were some tasty dishes, ultimately nothing to get really excited over. The personalized birthday menus were a nice touch. We started out with the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
been there only twice, both time exceptional service, great attitude from the waiter. great atmosphere. the steak was above average, shrimp cocktail was fresh. higly recommend this place.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If time presents itself, someday I will tour the legendary steakhouses of America as if they were the bridges of Madison County. I've been to several incredible steak experiences (Morton's Chicago was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like it. The food was great the atmosphere was awesome! Service was Attentive and not over whelming, which it can get some times. The food came out super fast which was great we didn't have...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Took my little brother here to celebrate his 21st birthday and we all had a great time. Extra points for the "Happy Birthday Alexander" printed on the top of the daily specials menu! He was delighted!...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Steakhouse i've ever been to (and i've been to A LOT). I'm not a meat eater anymore but when i go to a fancy shmancy dinner (such as here) i make an exception.... Creamed spinach to dream about...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Five stars for personalizing our anniversary dinner. On our menu on the specials sheet said Happy Anniversary Mama J and Hubby! Food was great and portions were big for a steakhouse. Service was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'd give it a 4.5...went on a Saturday night with reservations for 7pm, got seated within 15 minutes. Not bad.The server was friendly and not too obtrusive. The service was prompt and they did a good...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was excellent. I originally was going to give them 4 stars, but our server was excellent.Let's talk food:We ordered the trio sampler (calamari, sashimi style tuna and cocktail prawns)....
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious from start to finish.
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would actually grade it 3 1/2. I mean overall I did like the place. First, the Service was great:The waitress picked good wines to match each plate I wanted ( my g/f did not like the appetizer wine,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We've been here twice and had good steaks both times. My steak was too well done (for medium well) so I think I'll try to get medium next time. The price is not cheap. The service is good both times...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I like Forbes, but I don't think it's great. Alexander's is MUCH better and the steak at Trevese or James Randal are just as good and the ambiance is much better. I do have to say they do a great...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not too many places around that you can get a great steak. Here's one you'll like. The american Kobe is very good. About 2-3 years ago the hired a new head chef and things have been getting better....
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you have big pockets, this place rocks. I went with a friend last night and between the 2 of us we racked up a $300 bill in a hurry, but the steak was absolutely awesome. Better than Izzy's...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I took my groomsmen here for a guys night out to celebrate getting our tuxes measured. Or so that was going to be my excuse for spending $300 on dinner for the 4 of us. Yes, this place is pricey....
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was soooo looking forward to my dinner hear. I had heard great things about Forbes Mill, called well ahead of time for a reservation, and was promptly seated right next to where the servers are...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A steakhouse in the South Bay that is almost as good as some of the great steakhouses in SF (think Bobo's), and yet less expensive than the resident South Bay great, Alexanders. Being a big...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was money!I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and we both LOVED it. Our food was soo delicious. I got so full because all the food they brought out was so so so good and I wanted to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
2 words....Top-NotchEvery time I go back to Forbes Mill, I am more and more pleased....Great service and we love the wine list selection.I hope this restaurant never leaves LG
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We took my future mother-in-law, and grandma-in-law here for Mother's Day.Future mom-in-law had mentioned she heard it was really good.So.....Service sucked. I realize it's Mother's Day, and one of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food! My husband and I stopped here for dinner the other night - he ordered the blackened rib eye and I had the Kobe NY and lobster. Service was great and our waitress' wine suggestions...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I love meats and steak, so I found Forbes Mill to be another disappointing Bay Area steakhouse but not a surprise. It's overpriced compared to NYC and Chicago, but standard for a nice steak place in...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went several times years ago and was blown away by the incredible steaks they had. The blackened rib eye was incredibly tender and flavorful. I was looking forward to going again after a long...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Forbes Mill is one of those places that holds the key to my heart. Nevermind that my dad with poor eyesight cant read the menu because of the dark atmosphere. I know what I want!. Macaroni and cheese...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is great. The service is impeccable. The wine is ultra expensive and not properly aged. If you're looking for a pretentious place for a special occasion or to entertain clients, it's a great...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Over-rated. I came here about a year or two ago and haven't been back since. Compared to Alexander's, Arcadia, and Spencer's, it is the lowest on the list.Professional and attentive service but I got...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Took my wife here for her birthday. Two entrees, bottle of wine, dessert, cost a buck fifty (150.00US). Was worth maybe a buck (100.00 Canadian!)The place is just way over priced for the quality....
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have eaten at the Forbes Mill quite a few times over the last few years. I am an extremely picky eater who loves steak. I am often quite difficult to please. Forbes Mill has never ceased to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OUTSTANDING FOOD! If I could give 10 stars, I would. Boyfriend had the Kobe Fillet Mignon and he will never eat another steak again. I had the seafood risotto and it's one of the best dishes I have...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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After a very expensive & disappointing party-of-five Birthday dinner, I can never recomend this resturant to anyone ever again. They were out of 4 fo the 5 choice I made from THEIR wine list ! Then to add...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There is an egg on my knee today - I will get to that later - In the meantime.....My husband and I feel the best way to cure most anything is sitting down at the bar of a nice restaurant - drinking...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite steak place!! I've probably been there a dozen times or so and the steak has always been yummy!! My bf took me there for my Bday last year... they had custom menus printed happy birthday...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The Crystal Guide: ** I believe that your dining experience has alot to do with the company. We had alot of fun eating at the Forbes Mill Steakhouse . The food was not as good as Alexander's...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been coming here periodically since it opened a few years ago. My red meat of choice is Prime Rib. I can honestly say Forbes Mill has THE best Prime Rib I have ever had. It is so tender and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Overpriced, but tasty.Try their Kona coffee creme brule. I swear by it.
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Girl and I went here a few weeks ago for ... well do you really need a reason? She loves beef and I am fond of it as well. She's been here quite a few times and it's one of her favorites....
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I took my bf here for his birthday since we both love steak and heard great things about this place. The decor was more old fashioned, but the atmosphere was cozy and comfortable. Our experience there...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been to Forbes Mill Steak House once. My boyfriend took me in June of last year. The food was good, but the service was just "okay". Our server was nice, but seemed distracted, and in a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We were surprised how much we loved this place and want to come back! The service and wait staff was superb. Our waiter was very friendly and extremely knowledgable of the menu and made us feel...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2008
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Forbes Mill is an exceptionally upscale (but not pretentious) steakhouse...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Forbes Mill was very nice, but also very expensive. A great place if someone is taking you out on an expense account.we had the Filet which was done perfectly and tasted good. Also the Surf & turf,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hot and fresh out of the oven ciabatta bread."Very niiiice!"Succulent 8oz prime filet mignon."I liiiike!"Cognac peppercorn sauce."Very niiiice, how much?"Only an extra $2."I love U-S-and-A!"Kona...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I came here I had a great experience with the food and service. The second time I went I had a bad experience with the service and the food was ok. This was mainly because I placed my...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was in search of a reasonable kobe beef after being to Alexander's Steakhouse (where they charge $175 for Wagyu kobe beef) and I found Forbes Mill Steak house have kobe beef on their menu. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For great steaks in the South Bay, this is the place to go. I've been here only twice since I'm trying to cut down on heavy steak and red meat dinners...but if you are going to splurge this is where...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had lots of different items for dinner here including:1. A Kobe style NY steak which was very soft and tender with great flavor.2. A buffalo NY steak which was significantly tougher but also had...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My friends and I revisited FBSH last night to celebrate my birthday. We had reservations at 6:45 but we did not get seated until 7:45 because many of their patrons remained inside while the rain...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, so I have not been there in almost 2 years. Since then we have been to Ruth Chris's multiple times, Izzy's, Joe DiMaggio's and a couple other steakhouses. However, the hubby keeps mentioning...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I wanted to check this place out because some of the guys I know swear on their cows to this place. And yes, they were pretty darn good when it comes to their meats. I do have to say, make your...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As my friend Miss ~I~ would say... Forbes Mill is Ya-ah-ah-ummm..!!!One of my favorite steak restaurant!!!! Everything I've had there has been awesome! I especially LOVE their rib eye... Also...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
SHORT & SWEET: Eh; very average; low-grade meat in this reviewer's opinion; Their claim of "American Kobe" smears the name of our wonderful land; skip the rib-eye, very tough with little flavor; avoid...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for our FridayNightDateNight so needless to say, parking was a hassle. We parked two streets away, but the brisk walk wasn't too bad. We arrived at the restaurant just a couple minutes shy...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I went to Forbes Mill to celebrate my new job last November. It came highly recommended from friends and I have to say the food was exceptional. The kobe filet was perfectly cooked,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you have a yen for steak or prime rib and cost is no issue, this maybe the place to go. The meats are robust and basic, not complex or delicate.The appetizers are more interesting and their...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wrote a really long review earlier but it was lost due to technical difficulties (doh!). So here's the shorter version...Good stuff.From a visit earlier this year:- pear salad with pear dressing:...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW. I don't know how else to put it. My fiance took me there for dinner tonight and I've never had food so good! Crab cakes as an appetizer, Kobe Filet Mignon, Chocolate Lava cake. An orgasm in my...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Good stuff...Kobe anything is wonderful. Bf took me here for birthday dinner. Customer service was excellent! Not to mention the free dessert and the personalized happy birthday menu for me!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Three and a Half Stars? This is one of the best restaurants in LG. I'd rather eat here than Manresa any day.
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food - 4Service - 4Ambience - 3.5Have had dinner here on a couple occasions and both experiences were stellar. The second time, I made reservations through Open Table and noted in the Special Notes...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I have friends that go to Forbes Mill all the time and love it. They say that that the servers and bartenders have many regulars, so it's hard to believe that there are so many...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Forbes Mill bills its steak as the "best in America." Hmm... is that so? If what I sampled the other night is any indication, the supply of cattle in the US must be in dire straits because I was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
absolutely astounding in every way! my wife had the ahi appetizer which was to die for. my pear salad was pretty good too. we each had filet mignon medium rare - it was cooked perfectly and was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5*Based on what I read on the reviews, and my experiences with this place before we actually got seated, I felt that Forbes Mill was: - pretentious- snotty- hypePretentious and snotty because I was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You don't go to this restaurant thinking the bill will resemble a dinner out @ the Outback for starters. This is one of those restaurants that you may visit but once a year "Special occasion" Wine...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i came here for my birthday with my ex boyfriend and it was amazing!! we shared a chambord martini and i also got a glass of their best red wine. it was great! this is one of those places you go to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I think there was an ownership change, or the chef had left. I used to be a fan of Forbes Mill. It was way better than Alexander's. However, my last visit this Monday was mediocre at best. Yes,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Three stars because it was my brothers surprise party and I didn't have to pay. Boring Manhattan, desert sampler was good. Places like Forbes mill bug me. Partially because it is such a pissing...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
OK I have had two dining experiences and the food has been decent; kobe steak is not all that but it was tasty. The wine selection is what gives it 3 stars. The hostess could grow some manners though....
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great company and actually great food and service. I do agree with others that it is a bit pricey but was appropriate for my needs.The prior review made me hesitate and almost change dinner plans but...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We came here expecting to like it. The ambiance is fine, the service is adequate to good, but the meat is just adequate and not at all special. They have better meat (and prices) at Birks and Forbes...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's interesting to see the reviews are all over the place for Forbes Mill. I personally have eaten here on three separate occasions and each time I have had an awesome experience, twice I was alone...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, I don't know why everyone panned so hard on this place, either I got lucky or everyone is expecting Le Papillon. Its a nice steakhouse in the middle of Los Gatos, (so add 25% to the bill). Its...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Well i went here for my moms birthday. unlike others i thought my steak was pretty good. they cooked it just as i wanted. my mom, on the other hand, thought that her steak was too well done. she...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
best salmon i have ever had in my entire life.i dont eat steak but had a bite of my dates kobe, and fainted at how good it was.really nice place, its a hike for me to get there, but on a real special...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I went out for our annual splurge steak dinner and heard this place was good. As it was our anniversary, they printed specialized menus, which was a nice touch, and they even sent us...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ehhh.... It's a good steakhouse. I mean, there is nothing particularly special about this place. I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and it was Okay. The wine list was extensive, which I like,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There are a few nice restaurants I tried in CA before my wife moved out and from time to time she comments that I haven't taken her here or there yet. Please, don't feel bad for her. We go out to eat...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
forbes mill "the ultimate steak experience"ummm...what?! over priced for the quality of meat. i wanted the prime rib but it was sold out. got the rib eye instead and felt like the meat was just...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing too impressive about this place!!!I went to Forbes last week for my anniversary. Through word of mouth, everybody said everything good about it. And reading the reviews on Yelp, Forbes had...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Neg. Go to Alexanders for less pretention and less money. The steak wasn't that great, the sides were terrible and all were overpriced.
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for a family bday dinner. I loved the location in downtown Los Gatos, dead smack in the middle. Its great to walk the streets afterwards and take in the laid back culture. I'm surprised...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent meat, side dishes, and service. It's not cuisine on the edge, but that's fine. Most of the time I'm delighted to have an old school steak with potato, and their meat is fantastic.I don't...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I dined at Forbes Mills Steak House with my office for our Christmas Dinner Party. As soon as all of our party arrived, we were promptly seated. The service was excellent and we ordered our drinks...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Last night I went to for my sixth time. The steak here is really delicious, it is probably the best I have had, at least in California. I am by no means a steak connoisseur, so I'm sure some steak...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Just went last night and while it was a good meal (had the Kobe mignon) with good service, it was WAY overpriced. It probably is the best steakhouse in the south bay, per another reviewer, but that...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This has got to be one of the best steakhouses in the South Bay. It's a very classy restaurant and service is great. You'll usually need to make reservations a week or two in advance for weekend...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Forbes Mill --- yes it is just a "Steak House" but do you realize how long the folks in Silicon Valley have waited for a Premium Steak House? We use to have to drive up the peninsula or the city to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good, but pricey.
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, so I thought by spending freaking $70 for a tiny little cut of steak, it meant the place was THAT good. You know? Like sex with a silver cougar good. Or finally doing el numero dos after...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2006
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My husband and I love this place - from the Cowboy Ribeye to the Kobe New York steak, we've walked away happy every time. It'This place definitely ranks near the top of the list in terms of South Bay...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/17/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's official, I'm an aged steak kind of gal. If you save enough space, be sure to sample their Kona Coffee Creme Brulee, quite an endorphin-enriched way to top off the meal.
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
been here twice. first time wasn't bad, this time wasn't special. no more forbes mill, no more to you. dry aged new york, kobe new york, doesn't matter...nothing to remember.
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
There cannot be any other way - they're just using low quality meat. Also, any relation between the preparation level requested and the steak's color is beyond me. Still, they charge high prices to...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went for our Anniversary celebration, the place has a distinctive ambiance. The service is excellent , our table was waiting the minute we arrived. The wine list is excellent, especially the reds...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy, romantic place for a great meal!We arrived before our actual reservation time and were seated right away. A personalized daily menu greeted us stating --"Congratulations!" - (we were...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great service, atmosphere, and steaks. Try the dry aged New York for an absolute treat. The only drawback is that all extras are a la carte (a minor quibble to be sure), but it still rates a 5...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last night after a quiet, delicious dinner up the street, my date and I strolled down the Los Gatos main drag, enjoying the fabulous Indian Summer weather. The streets were filled with people who were...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just went there for my wedding anniversary. The service was outstanding!! The printed Happy Anniversay in the menu, the server was so nice and congratulatory--it was like she really cared! The food...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I have eaten here many times and I have to agree with the previous reviews, the food is outstanding. This is the place for a perfect Kobe steak.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I just went here today for my bday celebration, and can I say, I'm not impressed. I really expected a LOT more yum factor in the mix. While service and presentation were decent, the food was just so...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very solid steakhouse for the bay area.We did the Ribeye with cognac peppercorn sauce, it was excellent. The sides are huge as you would expect, we did the standard steakhouse sides, mushrooms,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Far from the *best* steak I've ever had, but pretty darned good. No one will ever confuse FMSH with Gramercy Tavern but it's a step above the local Outback. Service was good, though not extraordinary....
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was craving a good steak so my gf and I went to FMSH based on Yelp reviews... I had reservation and was promptly seated, but our table was outside and with the heat wave it was kindda hot when...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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I had a fantastic time at Forbes Mill Steakhouse the other night! We started off with two glasses of champagne and shared oysters on the half shell and pan seared ahi as our starter course. We split a ceaser...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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Forbes Mill used to actually be a place to go get a great steak, and even get your money's worth. How times have changed. The service was friendly if not impatient, and the atmosphere is quite nice, as its...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the BEST steak in the South Bay. No other steak place can compare. Throw FM and Alexander's in a ring and for sure Alexander's would get a beat down. I can attest to this delicioso-ness...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Another fine purveyor of a fine perfectly cooked NY Steak. They offer an American Kobe steak, where the Wagyu cow is bred in the US. While very good it is still fairly expensive (however not as...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2006
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I was able to enjoy yet another fabulous dinner at FM last week. I have dined here 6 times, and every time it's better than the last. Food: The steaks are fabulous. I have tried 4 different cuts, and all are...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2006
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My wife and I went to Forbes Mill Steakhouse after wanting to eat there for quite some time. I should have known we'd be in trouble when the concierge at the desk gave me a shocked look when I told her we had...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For real...I don't even eat steak (have bad allergies to beef!). But, let me tell you if I did, I'd eat here. I had the pleasure of eating here 3 times already. I always end up gastronimically...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the kind of steak house where you feel like you shouldn't be going in with jeans but you can. Good food; bring a deep wallet. Simple presentations and not too foofoo. There were 6 in our...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down, the best steakhouse on the left coast. I go there on an almost weekly basis now because it is the best gastronomic experience happening. A couple notes:If you have never had Wagyu beef...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to this steakhouse twice in the past month and had I reviewed it after our first experience, I would've given it 10 stars if I could, but I'm glad I came back after our 2nd trip so I can...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The biggest first impression this place made on me had nothing to do with the meat but, rather... everything to do with what a meat market it is. It's really somethin' else. SO much plastic... and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Their web site claims it's the Ultimate Steak Experience. I claim it's the Ultimate Mistake.If you're going to hang your hat on being a "steakhouse" then you should be able to decipher what a medium...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
my favorite steak house hands down. It's all about the top sirlion 'baseball cut'. Don't forget to bring your wallet cause they are pricey, but worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tender steaks, and it's less trussed up than Alexander's Steakhouse. A chunk of juicy prime rib or ribeye, without the bells and whistles. Get the mixed grill if you can't decide on a meat dish, it's...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dress up to join in the mini social scene waiting for a table at the tiny bar...Tasty appletini's, Yummy calamari!! Great food and service. Portions are family style so bring your appetite.
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The main draw here is the Kobe beef, but if you don't want to shell out that much dough, I'd highly recommend the Dry Aged New York as a cheaper, but still great alternative, both tender and complex...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Definetly by far, the best steakhouse around! I frequent this establishment often. I usually sit at the bar and have the ahi tuna appetizer followed by the beef tournados (sp?). I am never...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2005
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Not happy at all with this place. Ordered a $45 steak medium Rare and was served med/well/well. Date finished dinner before I got mine and they offered nothing after the screw up. 3 times there, 2 were...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2005
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This can be described as a low carb dream! This is a traditional "steak house" and the menu has all kinds of steaks. Prime "Kobe-Brand" beef, including porterhouse, filet mignon, rib eye, New York str...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/30/2005
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We were celebrating an anniversary and requested a quieter table. Forbes Mill came through. The hostess indeed seated us in a slightly quieter area. The "Specials" sheet that was tucked inside the menu read...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2005
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first of all, the steak there are pricy, but they are sooo good. The same reason why you would buy those shoes, why you would buy that car: just because they are sooo good and irrestable. On their menu they...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2005
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It was a birthday celebration w/ impeccable food and service. I ordered surf and turf which was excellent. My friend took the plunge and ordered the super luxe prime cut 8 oz. Kobe filet. We went there for...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2005
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Wow! Forbes Mill Steakhouse is top notch. No need for steak knives. Every steak is savory and mouth-watering. Side dishes: cream of spinach, mash potatoes are perfectly cooked. Wine selection is superb. No...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/06/2005
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For a steakhouse to merit high praise it has to create an experience memorable enough to share without solicitation. No luck here. Forbes Mill doesn't make any real mistakes, but neither does it...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2005
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We went to Forbes Mill Restaurant back in July (2004). We had excellent, attentive, informed servers--so nice!! I can't remember our appetizers, but I remember they were very good. I ordered the brie and...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2005
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I've ventured into this place 4 times this year and my most recent was probably the best experience I've had in a long time. The Kobe style aged steaks are amazing. The side dishes are very good too along with...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/01/2004
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I went here for the first time on a Friday evening at 6:30pm and had a fabulous experience. We of course had reservations, and were seated after 5 minutes of waiting. I had the filet that warmly melted into my...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/30/2004
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The service is terrible. The food reminded me of a standard dinner fare at any major hotel chain. Some of my side dishes were hot and some were cold on the same plate. The steak was not cooked properly. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2004
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I am so glad that I don't have to travel to San Francisco to enjoy a top notch steak. Forbes Mill is excellent. Steak that melts in your mouth, Excellent Wine list and great service.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/20/2004
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Well to all those who think that a trip to Forbes Mill isn't worth it, try again. HAve you ever tasted steak that melts in your mouth with a juicy finish bite after bite. You like sauce? Four to choose...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/03/2004
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Our real problem was the service. During the appetizer and the main course, our plates were whisked (and I do mean whisked) away before everyone was finished, The result was that the "slowest" eater was left...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/08/2004
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The service was great, the ambience was nice but the for the price I think the food could have been better.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/25/2004
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We celebrated our anniversary with an excellent evening at Forbes Mill. It was our first time to the establishment and glad we made reservations. The place was packed, setting and sevice was good and the food...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/15/2003
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forbes mill steakhouse serves the finest cuts of prime "kobe-brand" beef, including porterhouse, filet mignon, bone-in rib eye, dry aged new york and prime rib. forbes mill steakhouse also offers fresh...
opentable.com - user review
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downtown los gatos steakhouse. sauteed sea scallops on risotto made with preserved lemons, topped with shrimp ceviche ($23). filet mignon ($26)...
usrg.com - user review
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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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