Brandi D.
Yelp
Blue Willow is such a cute little spot on Campbell! I love that you walk through a charming gift shop before getting to the restaurant -- it sets such a cozy vibe. The staff was super friendly, though it was pretty busy when we went, so service wasn't quite as attentive as it could've been.
I ordered the poblano chicken, which comes with mashed potatoes and the daily vegetables. The food itself was fabulous -- I ate every bite! That said, the presentation could use a little work. The plate looked a bit plain. Today's veggies were sliced zucchini and squash, which tasted great, but it could really use a pop of color -- something like bright green broccoli or some red bell peppers would make the dish look a lot more appetizing.
It was my friend's birthday, so we brought our own cake, and the staff was very kind to let us do that (which I appreciated!). But when the check came, I was a little surprised to see a $9 "plate charge" for the cake. I totally get that there's a policy like that, but I just wish it had been mentioned up front. When I see unexpected charges on a bill, it feels a little sketchy.
All in all, I'll definitely come back -- the food and atmosphere were great. Just a note to the restaurant: please explain any extra charges before the bill comes out. It makes a big difference!