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Parkside Grille
Rustic Elegance In Beautiful Portola Valley.
Nestled Among Towering Redwoods.
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147 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 147 reviews
5 stars
(51)
4 stars
(74)
3 stars
(16)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(102)
- fit for foodies(61)
- great for outdoor dining(45)
- special occasion(40)
- great for lunch(28)
- romantic(28)
Parkside Grille Reviews List
Review 1 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We are going
Back more and more frequently not only because we never get a bad meal, but because the wait staff are pleasant and helpful. We love to sit in the outdoor terrace under the trees on a nice night."
Back more and more frequently not only because we never get a bad meal, but because the wait staff are pleasant and helpful. We love to sit in the outdoor terrace under the trees on a nice night."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific....Again !
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Gals night out to celebrate our friends birthday. Service was terrific! Food,,,,Wow ! Fresh fish that had been delivered that morning,
We all ordered Fish - Tuna, Salmon, Halibut It was FANCTASTIC!!!!
We all ordered Fish - Tuna, Salmon, Halibut It was FANCTASTIC!!!!
There is nothing I can say but Two Thumbs up on the Parkside Grille!!!!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"There is nothing worse than management errors to ruin an experience. What can I say. Half way through our dinner the resturaunt was being broken down for new carpet the next day? On top of several other mistakes that should have been learned in resturuant management 101 it was just appaling. Will never go back becasue when I approached the manager she just tried to make excuses that had nothing to do with the facts...."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 4 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Over an hour to get our appetizers?
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We decided to go there for their Mother's Day fixed price lunch. The good news is that it was wonderful to be with family and have a long, mostly relaxed time to share conversation. The bad news is I cannot say that the service was bad for if was so very long before we even received any, all the more surprising as the facility was not crowded at all. Half hour before we saw our waiter, another 40 min to receive appetizers. My "Endive" salad was 99% spinach with a few endive shavings scattered on it. Dishes looked like they were served on an army chow line. Extremely disappointing!! Really small salad, an omelet with a spattering of potato and some old fruit salad - $40/ head?
Have been here before but this was our last time!"
Have been here before but this was our last time!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 5 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
WELL ABOVE AVERAGE
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
""ENERGETIC" IS NOT NECESSARILY GOOD IN MY VIEW. SOME OF THE ROOMS WERE NICELY QUIET. OTHERS SEEMED A BIT NOISY."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
consistently good
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food, good service by José, responsive host and a fairly quiet place for dining and conversation."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food obnoxious waiter
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nice food and remodel in great location. Fun alternative to downtown PA and MP. But twice in a row we get this loud waiter who thinks he can remember your order without writing it down and then gets it wrong. And then he blames the kitchen staff! Rude."
Dined on 5/07/2013
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Review 8 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
ok but not a destination
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"like many Bay Area diners, we have high expectations and were somewhat disappointed. For the prices, the food was ok but not memorable. The waiter was somewhat dour which didn't add to the experience. The rest of the staff were very friendly and poised."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 9 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great neighborhood restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As usual, we had an excellent meal at Parkside Grille Saturday night. Owner Bill Petkopoulis is usually present to greet returning customers and oversees a friendly and efficient staff. Besides the base menu, there are usually a few specials that are interesting. Wine list has good selection of mostly California wines over fairly wide price range."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Local & Reliable Gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Parkside has consistantly high quality & very good service. In short, it is consistant and the "go to" choice for casual, but upscale, dining with friend & family."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Intimate and peaceful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was my second visit for lunch and I was just as pleased the second time around. Although small, the outside patio is really a great place to enjoy a lovely lunch while being able to enjoy conversation and good food. It is a peaceful setting under the redwood trees with a feeling of intimacy. I will return again."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I was there last with a group
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was there last with a group of "girls" celebrating a birthday. A more pleasant experience would be impossible.
Joan in Woodside"
Joan in Woodside"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 13 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Parkside is one of my very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Parkside is one of my very favorite places to eat. Food is always good - werrvers are friendly and seem to be having a good time as well. Lovely outdoor setting - makes me feel like I've actually gotten away from the hustle and bustle. Thank you."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2008
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A perfect meal. I had lamb,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A perfect meal. I had lamb, he had pork. Both wonderfully sauced--creative, but not OVERLY creative like many places in the area. Enjoyed the ambiance--gets busy after 7:00, but we could still converse easily. A great place for couples or foursomes."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Parkside Grille is one of
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Parkside Grille is one of our favorites. Out of the way, but lively. The food is great, and the service was very good at our most recent visit. As for a table away from the bar if you want a quieter environment."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2001
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
the food tasted like it had
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"the food tasted like it had been previously frozen."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2005
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Review 17 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very nice place. Hiden away
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very nice place. Hiden away in portola valley. Nice bar area with tvs. Upscale. Good food we had great attentive service just right. Both our meals lamb chops and my steak were really goodWill be back."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is absolutely delicious.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is absolutely delicious. We love this place. It's as if your in Tahoe with the redwood tree's and country feel."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Out of the way location..
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Location and drive to get there is very nice, staff is friendly (although they don't habve a lot of staff)
Scallops are very good.
Main dining room can get loud."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always love coming to this
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We always love coming to this restaurant. Comfortable atmosphere and some nice standard dishes. Food and wine specials were particularly good."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2002
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We really enjoy Parkside Grill.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We really enjoy Parkside Grill. It's easily the best restaurant in Portola Valley. Worth the trip."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
My spaghetti's were cooked
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My spaghetti's were cooked way in advance and had dried out.
The green salad had no so fresh lettuce.
Service was good, bit it is not a family place and it is very small (like hallways).
The price at $50 per person is too high for the place and the food."
The green salad had no so fresh lettuce.
Service was good, bit it is not a family place and it is very small (like hallways).
The price at $50 per person is too high for the place and the food."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 24 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great overall experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We took the servers recommendation and had the calamari appetizer and it was fantastic! Hubby had the halibut special and was very good. I had the seafood risotto and would not have it again. Clams were tasty, scallops chewy. Overall flavor too bitter. Had the panna cotta special dessert - extremely delicious but we were eating dessert about 7:30 and the server said we got the last one. hmmmm.
Ambiance was good. Nice vibe inside, lots of small groups with lively chatter. Unfortunately there is a door in the middle of the room that you can exit out of - and it was quite cold when a few groups decided to use it. People didn't seem to really care to use the main door where no one would be bothered. This was a little annoying. I'll be back."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Downhill slide after server change
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Appetizer, drinks and entrees were excellent and then, halfway through the meal, our server was changed from a friendly young lady to an older, more brusque guy. From there things went downhill fast: weird monologues, tough presentation, and an undercooked (overcooked?) flourless chocolate cake (consistency like soft pudding -- very strange). When questioned about the dessert, the server told us they didn't even make it in house! Basically, not his problem kind of a response...very strange. Exit/paying bill was more of the weirdness. From the server change onward will keep us from coming back. Maybe put on the menu that some (or all) of your desserts are not made in-house? What about the other food -- same story?"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2006
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Review 26 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place - each time we
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great place - each time we love it."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our Families Favor Restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is by far one of our families favorite restaurants. The food and the service is always the best. I have tried several things on the menu and everyone is better than the next. The staff is wonderful. Everyone from the bar tender, to the front wait staff, to the bus boys, and the owner, everyone makes you feel like you are at home and that you are very welcome. The setting is one in a million. It is just beautiful, nestled in the redwoods. You feel like you are somewhere else. From start to finish this place is the best!!!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We would not return. Although
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We would not return. Although the service and ambiance were acceptable, the food was disappointing. 3 entrees of fish - 2 were halibut and one was
Salmon- were mostly mashed potatoes. When we asked the waiter to bring one half vanilla and one half chocolate gelato for dessert, he brought one serving of each and charged for 2 desserts.
Salmon- were mostly mashed potatoes. When we asked the waiter to bring one half vanilla and one half chocolate gelato for dessert, he brought one serving of each and charged for 2 desserts.
All in all, the experience was mediocre."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2004
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Review 29 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love the Parkside Grille
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love the Parkside Grille and will return often. We did have to wait 45 minutes for a table, in spite of reservations, but then had the perfect table and wonderful experience."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2008
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Review 30 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We eat here often, and is
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We eat here often, and is a nice neighborhood restaurant with nice outdoor dining, weather permitting. Food is reliably well prepared, but sometimes the cooks get a bit overzealous with salt seasoning. Waiters take your order and bring you the check, and the rest of the service is performed by bussboys. I hope they split the tips fairly! A bit on the pricey side....Portola Valley surcharge!Is VERY noisy when crowded, most notably in the evening hours, I'm sure abetted by the liberal wine consumption of the patrons.It's a nice place to have close by in the community. Because of the noise in the evening, lunch, especially outside for all but the winter season, is particularly recommended."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2009
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Review 31 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
5 of us enjoyed a lovely musical
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"5 of us enjoyed a lovely musical night."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view
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Review 32 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was delicious - service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was delicious - service was excellent - love the variety of the menu. Love the low lighting and ambiance. Such nice service people"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Decent food, good atmosphere.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Decent food, good atmosphere. Other diners were polite, even giving me and my girlfriend a candle when ours went out. Only thing was the waiters were rushing our meal. They would clear our plates before both were done, very clearly trying to get us to leave so they could all go home as we were the last service of the night.
Everything was pretty good, but the service needs to be respectful of our need for a longer dining experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and service were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service were very good, but the portions were kind of small for me. I guess we should have ordered some appetizers also."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
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Review 35 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This restaurant is better
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This restaurant is better than ever. Daily specials are always inspired and, well, 'special'."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 36 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A last minute find for my
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A last minute find for my husband's birthday, which happens to coincide with Valentines Day. Overall, we were really impressed; good food, pleasant surroundings, nice waiter. Only downsides were an obnoxious diner who insisted in sharing his expert opinion in anything and everything very loudly with the whole restaurant who spoilt the atmosphere somewhat and the whole meal felt a little rushed. We were there for a rare evening out, just the two of us, yet we rattled through three courses, plus the choosing etc in little over an hour. It wasn't as if they were rushing to fit in a second sitting either; the place was full to capacity when we arrived just before 8:00 but dead by the time we left at 9:00 :(
Would definitely try again though"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and service. Beautiful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and service. Beautiful location (redwood trees as window view)....will definitely go back. Local flavor."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food and service were good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food and service were good plus. The place became noisy when more people showed up. Our server, Ed, went out of his way to please us. We'll go back."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 39 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
main entrees are great but
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"main entrees are great but this time we tried portabello mushroom and it was excellent."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2011
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Review 40 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
1. The maitre'd was very polite-she
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"1. The maitre'd was very polite-she looked you in the eye when she spoke and smiled.
2. Our server was quite knowledgeable with the menu. I took his recommendation of the lamb chops and was not disappointed! The best lamb chops I've tasted since I left S. Florida.
3. The restaurant is set in a quaint woodsy area so you felt like you had left town.
4. I will return and recommend Parkside Grille to my friends."
2. Our server was quite knowledgeable with the menu. I took his recommendation of the lamb chops and was not disappointed! The best lamb chops I've tasted since I left S. Florida.
3. The restaurant is set in a quaint woodsy area so you felt like you had left town.
4. I will return and recommend Parkside Grille to my friends."
Dined on 12/30/2012
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Parkside Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Parkside Grille is one
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Parkside Grille is one of our favorite choices for a high quality meal in a reasonably quiet setting up in the hills of Portola Valley. The food is always well prepared (the fish specials are always fresh and flavorful), the wine list is small but high quality, and the service is attentive, but not overbearing. Of particular note is the level of regular visitors to the restaurant - we dine at the Parkside Grille once a month or so, and will often see many of the same faces, a tribute to the service and food."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Parkside Grille
Based on the average of (106) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
10 out of 10 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic