Ernie's Reviews List

Dined on 6/11/2013

2004

Dined on 6/11/2013

2004

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We were there the other night for dinner. We live in PGA West and have not been there in quite some time. There had been nothing really special aside from being close to home and the view that kept us coming back. We were pleasantly surprised the other night. We started off with a Caesar salad and split it between my two girlfriends. This time they actually split the salad. We were pleasantly surprised. Another pleasant surprise was that they offered warm bread for the first time. The rest of the night was nothing less with the exception of the veggie burger which looked fabulous but the flavor was just so-so. The gal behind the bar was fabulous that night. Bring back your happy hour to include food. We will be back!"

Dined on 6/11/2013

2004

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 2 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A local gem!

Dined on 6/07/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Have eaten here many times. The salmon is excellent as are the burgers. Try the pear & date flatbread - a tasty blend of flavors."

Dined on 6/07/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 3 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 12/09/2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Fantastic menu and Bloody Mary Buffet on the weekends"

Dined on 12/09/2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, hot spot, great for lunch

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Review 4 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

BEST VEGGIE BURGER

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Dined on 5/27/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Our server Taylor was terrific and the VB was home made by the chef with mushrooms, beans, corn and it was delicious! It was served on a multi grain bun; would ask for extra pickels. Good salad; french fries just OK. It was noisy even at 2 PM, with lots of golfer reliving their game. We will definity return!"

Dined on 5/27/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 5 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 5/25/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Great menu selection. Table service a bit slow initially. Wonderful golf course view."

Dined on 5/25/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view

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Review 6 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Carr Party of 4 Trying a new Lunch

Dined on 5/27/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Our server Ms. Dallas greeted my party with a smile and her service elicited a smile from us. Attentive and knowledgeable. Fully intend to return. Hope to patronize Ms. Dallas again likewise."

Dined on 5/27/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch

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Review 7 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/25/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Thoroughly enjoyable. We live in the San Fernando Valley and go to visit my brother in Palm Desert. We have been here twice and loved eating outside on the 18th hole. Food is great and staff is very attentive. Good bar; wine list good. Will go again."

Dined on 5/25/2013

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 8 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Dined on 5/24/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Too many good places in the area that are much more attentive to service and food quality. Found their wine list to be very overpriced. Food was OK, but nothing outstanding. The only way to enjoy this restaurant is to eat outside and be very very patient with time, as the service is not that good."

Dined on 5/24/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view

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Review 9 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice Evening at PGA West

Dined on 5/24/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food prepared perfectly and our server was exceptional."

Dined on 5/24/2013

Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view

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Review 10 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great!

Dined on 5/20/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had a great experience at Ernie's. Our servers Jose and Rachel were great. The food was outstanding and we got to chat with the Chef!!. Thanks for a great lunch!"

Dined on 5/20/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, late-night find, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 11 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great local spot

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Restaurant overlooks the PGA West golf course. The oysters were delicious. The meatloaf is great " comfort food" and the bologanase is a recipe Chef Fernando Cruz brought from Italy which everyone loved. The wines are affordable and the donut hole desert is the best. Great evening dining on the patio and there is a mister system."

Dined on 5/18/2013

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem

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Review 12 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Sports bar!

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Good place to watch a sporting event. Food has improved dramaticly with young chef Fernando! Friendly service staff. Check out the chef's specials of the day."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining

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Review 13 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Updated Review

Dined on 3/13/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Dining date: Wed May 8, 2013:
After an unfortunate experience the week prior, we decided to give Ernie's Prime Rib night another chance. This time everything was great! The service was very good (as usual) and the food was right up to the standards we have come to expect. Complimentary bruschetta to start followed by perfectly cooked Prime Rib. We understand that issues occasionally arise even in the best restaurants. Looks like Chef Fernando is right on top of things. Hope that this continues through the summer and look forward to returning during the season."

Dined on 3/13/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 14 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Outdoor patio is lovely...enjoyed the specialty flatbread."

Dined on 5/07/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining

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Review 15 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

slipping??

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We live at PGA West and have enjoyed the convenience of visiting Ernie's often. The service is normally very good and throughout the winter so was the food. We met friends for dinner the other night and were incredibly disappointed with the food. We arrived early at 5:30 PM. Two in our party ordered the "special" prime rib (med-rare). When it arrived at the table, it was more than well-done. While it is the fault of the kitchen for overcooking the meat, the server should not have presented it to the table. Appropriately, replacement items were promptly brought to the table. Also, the salad which I have ordered more than 6 times arrived completely differently than in the past. Understandably things are winding down... but???"

Dined on 5/01/2013

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Review 16 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 4/30/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had a great time at Ernie's. Service was excellent (friendly hostess which accommodated our request and our server Alex was attentive). The food was excellent as well. We went for dinner and we enjoyed everything. We had a treat from the Chef who sent a delicious and beautiful appetizer for the table (Thanks!!). To start the evening we had the amazing, and I mean amazing, oysters!!! I had the meatloaf (excellent dish) and my husband got the salmon (he cleaned the plate). For dessert we took Alex suggestion and we ordered the donuts; perfect ending. Overall it was a great experience. On top of this great dining experience, we got to enjoy the amazing views that the restaurant has (overlooks PGA West Golf course)."

Dined on 4/30/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, scenic view, hot spot, great for lunch

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Review 17 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a very lovely evening

Dined on 04/25/2013

Dined on 04/25/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had a very lovely evening at Ernie's! Our table was on the terrace and the view to the 18th hole of the J.Nick Golfcourse was just beautiful!The service was very good, so was the food. I had Fish and Chips, one of my friends had the Flatbread, which was good as well and one had the Wings, which are always excellent at Ernie's.We soon will go back!"

Dined on 04/25/2013

2013

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Review 18 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a wonderful time the

Dined on 04/21/2013

Dined on 04/21/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We had a wonderful time the fish & chips were great as usual and the burger with all the fixings really hit the spot. We shared a banana split - and it was well worth the extra calories - also had a bailey on the rocks to top it off - service was excellent - also highly recommend reservations as your table will be ready and you will not have to wait as it can get busy!!!"

Dined on 04/21/2013

2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

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Review 19 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Have become a regular. They

Dined on 04/21/2013

Dined on 04/21/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Have become a regular. They continue to get better."

Dined on 04/21/2013

2011

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Review 20 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We sat outside overlooking

Dined on 04/20/2013

Dined on 04/20/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We sat outside overlooking both the 9th and the 18th holes. Wonderful way to end the day with a glass of wine and great food."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2011

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

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Review 21 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a wonderful time at

Dined on 04/14/2013

Dined on 04/14/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had a wonderful time at Ernies! The food was good but the service was even better. Our bartenders Shelley and Gina just made us feel so welcomed. We can not wait to come back when we return this summer!"

Dined on 04/14/2013

2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch

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Review 22 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

We had eaten lunch here twice

Dined on 04/08/2013

2008

Dined on 04/08/2013

2008

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had eaten lunch here twice before and were seated on the deck where the scenery is beautiful and our lunches were delicious. I wasn't as happy with the evening menu and being inside the bar. The service was good and we had a great table by the window,however, it was very noisy and the food was ordinary! Great spot for a nice lunch"

Dined on 04/08/2013

2008

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch

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Review 23 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Loud and rowdy

Dined on 04/07/2013

2010

Dined on 04/07/2013

2010

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had heard good things about Ernies, and since we were renting a condo in PGA West, we decided to try it. Other than the view, I was not impressed. I should not have been surprised, at the end of a sunny day of golf, that folks would be out on the deck, drinking, smoking and getting rowdy, with the music blasting. And it was LOUDER on the inside. Off-putting. The menu was limited - glorified bar food. The food itself was good, 50/50 burger, and turkey club. The dessert, the chocolate cake, was fair. To their credit, as the night came on, the music and the crowd quieted down as the stars emerged. Probably won't be back."

Dined on 04/07/2013

2010

Special Features: great for outdoor dining

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Review 24 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Our waiter Taylor was very

Dined on 04/03/2013

Dined on 04/03/2013

2011

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Our waiter Taylor was very good!"

Dined on 04/03/2013

2011

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Review 25 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Getting better all the time!

Dined on 04/06/2013

Dined on 04/06/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Getting better all the time! Chef Fernando is doing a good job and check out his nightly specials."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2011

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Review 26 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very good meal. Service a

Dined on 03/30/2013

Dined on 03/30/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Very good meal. Service a little slow but it was a holiday weekend. Id go back."

Dined on 03/30/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot

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Review 27 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Recently ate at Ernies. It

Dined on 03/23/2013

2010

Dined on 03/23/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Recently ate at Ernies. It was excellent. The chef prepared a wonderful spinach dip for us. The service was superb. Highly recommend."

Dined on 03/23/2013

2010

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch

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Review 28 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

We booked this reservation

Dined on 03/27/2013

2007

Dined on 03/27/2013

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We booked this reservation weeks ago via open table
thinking that would give us some type of priority seating.
But, upon the restaurant confimation we were told that was not
the case. We were to sit inside next to the bar.
I did request outdoor seating at that time which I was told that I would
be accommodated. We were put on the patio, but at a banquet table
that was too large for our group. No big deal, I guess.
There was a group next to us that had kids running around and wrestling each other
to the ground. No effort was made to contain them or to reduce their noise/screaming.
But, the service was good and the food was decent."

Dined on 03/27/2013

2007

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining

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Review 29 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Ernie's is alway consistant

Dined on 03/22/2013

Dined on 03/22/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Ernie's is alway consistant and average food. The big problem is that the service is inconsistant. All personnel are friendly, but appear to be spread to thin."

Dined on 03/22/2013

2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view

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Review 30 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ernie's is back on my list

Dined on 03/22/2013

Dined on 03/22/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Ernie's is back on my list as a good spot for lunch or dinner. The menu has improved and staff is very pleasant. We will dine there once a week."

Dined on 03/22/2013

2011

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Review 31 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Love to go to Ernie's on a

Dined on 03/19/2013

2010

Dined on 03/19/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Love to go to Ernie's on a beautiful evening and watch the last of the golfers finish up. The perfect patio for drinks and casual dinner.
The Citrus Chicken Salad is worth the drive!"

Dined on 03/19/2013

2010

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch

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Review 32 for Ernie's

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Epic view from the clubhouse