Willie's Modern Fare

Superb experience!!! We had Sunday Tea and had such a fun time. It's posh of course, cause... you know... Tea! But, the server was fun, and a little funny. We also got to play dress up and drink tea and more important, the food was DELICIOUS!!! It's 100% worth the cost and experience, I cant recommend Willie's Sunday Tea high enough!

We had an amazing experience at Willie's! First of all, the service was impeccable. Our server, and all the staff, were so professional. One person in our party has food allergies and the server listened so intently, discussed with the Chef, and came back to us with the good news that the Chef could be accommodating. The staff made sure you had everything you needed but never hovered, never rushed you, just took care of you. We all chose the 3 course meal, but each had something different. The food was perfectly prepared, beautifully presented, generously portioned, and incredibly delicious. The craft cocktails are also beautiful and delicious. I had the Jalisco Violetta which is as tasty and it is beautiful, garnished with flowers floating in the lovely lavender drink. Lastly, the dessert

Disappointing experience! Selected this place based on a friend's recommendation and specifically because they promote a fixed price, pre-theater dinner. We were promptly seated upon arrival and then waited a full 15 minutes for the menu to arrive! I went to the hostess and explained that we had tickets to the theater and needed to order. The server then became a bit more attentive. Despite that, and being there nearly an hour and a half, we had to leave before we received our desserts (although we paid for them with the fixed price dinner) because we would have missed our performance. I shared our frustration and disappointment with the manager who simply said "sorry" and offered no other remediation. Wouldn't it have been reasonable to offer us a comp for a future dessert or drink due t

First, the service. Impeccable. Never once had an empty glass. Server was extremely attentive and made sure everything was perfect. The appetizers were amazing. Salmon Sashimi and General Tso Cauliflower. Both seasoned so well. That Cauliflower may have ruined Cauliflower for me though. The flavor and texture was excellent and that sauce was so flavorful. The entrees, Flank Steak and Dover Sole. The steak was cooked perfectly and the Sole was easily the best I had ever had. Finally, the desert. Butter Cake and Creme Brulee Trio. So delightful. So good. Such a great ending to a wonderful meal.

We had dinner with another couple in Willie's formal dining room. (There is also a bar area and a more intimate dining space.) It's an elegant space and we liked it; however, I would say that - for southern California - the tables themselves are just too small. (They remind me of small restaurants in New York which cram in every table they can.) The service was fine from start to finish. Our waiter, Kevin, was attentive and friendly. As for the food, three of the four of us were delighted (NY strip and 2 beef stroganoff). One of the four was not too happy with the way the Scottish salmon was prepared. Appetizers and desserts were all very good (mmm, the New England clam chowder!) Overall, it was a fine fine dining experience.