Flea Street

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Flea Street in Menlo Park, and it was a truly memorable experience. From the thoughtfully curated dishes to the warm ambiance, Flea Street delivered on all fronts, showcasing the best of California’s farm-to-table dining. We started with a selection of small bites, beautifully presented on a wooden board. The whipped butter, arranged in delicate rosettes, was almost too pretty to eat, while the house-made bread and savory bites set a delightful tone for the meal. The next dish was a crispy arancini served atop a creamy sauce, garnished with pomegranate seeds that added a pop of color and a hint of sweetness to balance the savory flavors. Each bite was rich and comforting, with a perfect contrast of textures. Another highlight was a beautifully plated poached egg over a flaky pastry, a simple yet satisfying dish that emphasized fresh ingredients and skillful execution. The egg was cooked to perfection, adding a silky richness to the flaky base. For the mains, we enjoyed a seared fish fillet atop a bed of orzo and fresh vegetables. The fish was cooked just right, with a crispy herb crust that added an aromatic layer to the dish. The balance of flavors and the quality of ingredients were evident in every bite. The braised beef with roasted carrots was another standout, tender and flavorful, with a rich sauce that complemented the sweetness of the carrots. It was a comforting, hearty dish that felt both rustic and refined. We also ordered two drinks: the Modern Old Fashion (yes, it sounds funny—Modern yet Old!) and a Dirty Martini. The Modern Old Fashion was fantastic and clearly a specialty of the restaurant, with a perfect blend of flavors that elevated the classic cocktail. However, on the downside, the Dirty Martini was quite disappointing. Not only was the flavor way off, but they also served it with unpitted olives, which felt like an odd choice for a cocktail. While the olives weren’t the issue, we ended up returning the drink due to its overall taste. Finally, we ended with a dessert that brought the meal to a satisfying close—a creamy, textured dish topped with crunchy chocolate bits, providing a lovely mix of flavors and textures. Overall, Flea Street offers a wonderful dining experience with a focus on sustainability and local ingredients. Each dish felt thoughtful and well-executed, and the service was attentive and friendly. While the Dirty Martini fell short, the Modern Old Fashion and the exceptional food more than made up for it. It’s a perfect spot for those looking to enjoy innovative, seasonal cuisine in a cozy and elegant setting. Highly recommend!

We had a lovely dinner here for a special occasion. The staff was kind and attentive, and the owner greeted us warmly. The coctails were wonderful and inventive, with seasonally inspired ingredients. Many of their ingredients come fresh from their own garden. I had an excellent time here and highly recommend this place.

Food was great! We loved every dish we ordered. However, it did take a long time (~30 minutes) for us to get our bread after making our order ☹️

I can’t say enough about the superb service and quality of the food. What a beautiful atmosphere. The melt-in-your-mouth smoked trout with tzatziki sauce was out of this world! The star of the night was the pork chop served over a delicate and delicious bed of risotto. The rock fish with saffron sauce was to die for. The drinks were amazing and had a beautiful presentation. Service was exceptional as ever. Our servers, Angel, José, Alonso, Cristy, Julio and Eloy were very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The owner, Jesse came by our table and was genuinely interested in our comfort and well being. The desserts were also delicious! 10 out of 10 recommend!

I hadn't been in many years and went recently. Was very happy to see that the place hadn't changed. Delicious food and lovely ambiance. Very relaxing and laid back. Service is excellent. It's spendy but not crazy for the Bay Area. Nice special occasion restaurant.

Great unassuming, delicious neighborhood spot. Prix fixe and alacarte options, the menu is simple but refined. We had a great meal here.

We have been coming to this restaurant since the late 90s. It has been consistently excellent and continues to be so. This latest time the service was very attentive, but a bit rushed. IMHO, they need to slow down and let people alone a bit, particularly on special occasions. Each water service is a small distraction, so I would recommend only refilling glasses when actually needed. But the food was excellent. Cocktails come with the complementary leftover in a small chilled bottle. 20% gratuity is included in bill, even if only 2 people are dining. Great place for special occasions as they keep bringing special off-menu items.

Food: 5/5 Delicious and creative dishes, and they were presented very prettily. Their butter looked amazing as well. Service: 4/5 They ran out of the menu for that day, but it's not really their fault. The staff was very friendly and attentive Ambiance/facility: 3/5 The overall vibe and decor was decent. My mom pointed out the unique overhead light, and my dad liked the artwork on the walls. However, I was rather disappointed to find that there were no paper towels or any means to dry your hands in the bathroom. There was also a foul odor in the bar area right front of the bathroom (like somebody got sick and, you know, returned their dinner from their stomach.)

Flea Street Cafe is one of our favorite restaurants anywhere. The food is consistently amazing - with a constantly-evolving menu of delicious options. The service is also consistency top-notch. Both the indoor and outdoor seating environments are terrific. The founder & owner (Jesse Cool) remains very involved in the business - often visiting diners' tables to check in. If you're looking for an incredibly-good dinner in a lovely setting, you will enjoy Flea Street Cafe.

An upscale restaurant located near Stanford University. When you walk in, it feels like you're inside a family home with cool artwork on the walls. Very romantic and intimate ambiance! We started the night with delicious bread and biscuits served with potatoes and butter. The biscuits were soft and tasty, but the bread was ordinary. The braised short ribs were well-seasoned! Soft and flavorful! It was served with ricotta chive dumpling. I think it could be paired with more sides. We ended the night with soft pumpkin pastries! Staff was knowledgeable of the menu. It is a wonderful restaurant if you're looking for a cozy and intimate dinner, but food is overpriced.

I've known about the Flea Street Cafe in Menlo Park for 40 years or so, but last night was the first time I went there. We invited a couple of friends to join us to celebrate my wife's birthday. The restaurant has a really nice ambiance inside. We were seated at a 4-person table overlooking the front of the restaurant. We started by ordering drinks. We had read that Joan Baez is a frequent diner and likes Lavender Lemon Drop, so two of us had that, and my friend and I had the aged Manhattan. Both drinks were great. I especially liked the attention to detail in how the Lemon Drops were served with a refill amount in a small bottle of chilled ice. We started with a garden salad and Brussels Sprouts; two had salmon, my wife had the vegetarian-tasting plate, and one person had the braised short ribs. Overall, all of the food was fantastic. We appreciate the excellent service we had from our waiter. Overall, it was a delightful evening. The place was expensive, and I knew they put a 20% service charge on every bill. I'm okay with that, though, and I look forward to returning for the next special occasion.

This place is def on the top of our list of restaurants. Pricey, but the quality of food is great. We had a reservation at 5:45pm on a Saturday evening and it wasn't too busy when we arrived; however, that quickly changed as the night progressed. We appreciated the lady at the front on her attempt to get us an outdoor table, but after a "no" then "yes" then "no" again, we ended up w/ just keeping our table inside. The distance of each table was perfect, as that allows privacy for each table. Based on our experience, some places, esp for tables of two's are arranged so closely together that at some point, it just becomes awkward to hear other ppl's conversation and vice versa. FYI, we sat just right behind the main entrance door, next to the glass window and close to the kitchen (which wasn't loud at all). Our waiter was extremely friendly, polite, attentive, and knowledgeable. We had ordered a couple of appetizers and entrees and shared a dessert, all of which were perfectly seasoned (less if anything) and Michelin plated. For appetizers, we ordered: McFarland Smoked Trout (a bit basic) and Grass Fed Steak Tartar. For entrees, we ordered: House Made Ricotta Chive Gnocchi (delicious w/o it being overpowering. One of the best dishes I've had), and Pasture Raised Bone-In Pork Chop (similar to something at Selby's and this was by far way better, hands down). For dessert, we ordered: Just Peachy. I don't even know what to say about this. It tastes just as good as it looks. Get it if you can. We also had an opportunity to chat w/ the owner and that was a nice addition to our dinner. Honestly, it kinda reminds me of chef Ramsey a little bit. It shows a lot about their character and their love/passion for the food they create and the restaurant they share w/ people. I appreciated that. Their vegetables are fresh and home grown and you can definitely taste that. Their menu changes so if you've never been here, I recommend it.

TLDR extremely expensive for the food so don't go unless someone else is paying. I came here to meet a new friend and I believe based on location and the price the clienteles are mostly VCs. The restaurant is very unassuming in a tiny strip mall that's almost like a small office building that some boutique VC firms would choose. I didn't even find the restaurant name so I had to rely on address to make sure I'm at the right place. The interior is much more welcoming and service is good. Btw they already baked in the service charge/tip at 20% in the check so don't add more at the tip line at the check (I think that's super annoying they don't make it more clear on the check). The food is ridiculously expensive. I don't know why they name the restaurant flea street when they charge so much. A tomato soup is over $25 and a vegetarian option entree is over $40. It's not the price per se but what you get for the price. The other options are even more expensive at some over $70 (if it were like aged steak or something then the price might be justified but nope). Anyways I think the food is way overpriced and I didn't even care to take pictures of the entree and that's probably telling. Btw nope the vegetarian food is very under welcoming and I only ordered it because nothing else looked appetizing and the guy paying is vegetarian. So go there if someone else or company is paying or if you want to impress the wrong kind of partners. And do not pay any more tip because it's included unless you really want to.

We have eaten at Flea Street for more than 25 years. And always have loved it. We came for the halibut that was listed on the menu online the day before he made the reservation and when we came, they did not happen, This was a disappointing experience. First thing is that they did not seat us in the location in the back room that we desired. Saying that we could not be there at all, but others were seated there later. While some of the dishes were delicious, especially the roasted broccolini and the scallops, the portions seem smaller than ever, and we felt rushed between courses. There's no amuse bouche any longer. For dessert the ice cream was not good and the chocolate sauce was not warm and they double billed us for a scoop of ice cream. I would stay over the years the feeling has diminished from its original quiet, elegance . We are sorry to say this is the last time we'll be going to this restaurant .

Flea Street never disappoints! Last night, my friends and I ordered salads, the starter lamb chop, Hokkaido scallops and short ribs. Not a crumb left. Inventive and delicious! Great service, and as always, perfect cocktails by Eloy.

It's been about 25+ years since I last visited Flea Street and happy to make a return visit. Food is delicious and always changing based on the season and highlighting local products. When you dine at Flea Street you taste the freshness of each ingredient and how well they complement each component. :: Brussel sprouts - crispy, with pomegranate, butternut squash and creaminess from the pecorino - probably one of the best I've had at a restaurant. :: Risotto - creamy rich, flavorful with parsnip and Parmesan ($39) - delicious and decadent...and a bit extravagant with no protein :: Miso Black Cod - perfectly cooked, flaky, with a light miso broth. :: Date Cake - when received it was a bit laughable as it was literally a small, ramekin-sized cake cut in half and presented on the plate. It was delicious and not overly sweet but for $18 was expecting a bit more. Food, service and ambiance wonderful but definitely an indulgence and priced for the affluent area of tech companies and for me...well, when I redeem my Costco Rewards Certificate! Price/person with the above and drinks, above, healthy living tax and added 20% (you can add more if you'd like) is about $120/person. Lot parking available and gets busy by 630pm

Flea Street is such a warm and inviting restaurant with amazing food that I would describe as Farm to Table Californian. They have ample vegetarian options also. Bryan said they are updating their dessert menu. They change up their menu to include seasonal item as that are locally sourced. This is a great date place, especially when on a date with my friends and family. Big bonus points for a sophisticated and inclusive non alcoholic drink menu. As a non drinker I appreciate this so much. The service is impeccable and reminds me of Las Vegas in that one never needs to ask for a drink to be filled, or a plate to be cleared. I'll be back, perhaps one day with a romantic special someone.

Ashamed to say that this is the first time I have eaten at Flea St., even though it's been here since 1980 and I grew up in the area. On the pricey side, but WELL worth it. All, and I mean ALL of the offerings are fresh crafted deliciousness! The cocktails, bread plate, the first course, entrees, wine list and desserts are unique and varied enough to please any palette. The vibe is warm and cozy, and the service is exceptional. A great spot for date night or just a phenomenal meal with friends. We will certainly be returning again.

I hadn't been in many years and went recently. Was very happy to see that the place hadn't changed. Delicious food and lovely ambiance. Very relaxing and laid back. Service is excellent. It's spendy but not crazy for the Bay Area. Nice special occasion restaurant.

Amazing service from Ciara and Sergio. The food was absolutely delicious. From the moment we walked in, the hostess was incredibly kind and helpful. Our drinks came out quickly and were smooth. The biscuits and bread that is brought to the table with butter squiggles and fig jam were a wonderful way to start the night. The toast of the day was surprising delightful. Surprising because I don't believe we have ever had frozen shaved tomato but it worked so well with the oil oiled bread and burrata. We could have eaten 10 of these. I had the vegetarian tasting plate and my husband had the short ribs. Mine was so much food I couldn't even finish but vegetables never tasted so good. I tried some of the short rib and it was wonderfully seasoned and perfectly cooked, The pumpkin spice martini was delightful and the little raspberry muffins given with the check were the perfect finish to the night. Such a wonderful experience that we will definitely be back for again soon.

My wife and I dined at Flea Street Cafe in Menlo Park on a Saturday night. It wasn't too busy, and our reservations made check-in easy. We chose to dine outside, which set a lovely mood for the evening. Our server, Anthony, was very attentive and provided excellent customer service, enhancing our overall experience. We started with the Bees Knees cocktail, which was refreshing and paired well with our meal, especially on a warm night. For appetizers, we had the Hokkaido Scallop Crudo and the Grass-fed Steak Tartare. The scallop crudo was interesting and delightful, featuring a unique pairing that was absolutely delicious. The steak tartare was equally amazing and flavorful. We also ordered oysters, which were a nice finish to our starters. For the main course, my wife had the pork chop, and I had the chicken. Both dishes were flavorful and beautifully plated. Our second drink, the Cucumber Cooler, was another refreshing choice that complemented our meals perfectly. For dessert, we enjoyed the Profiteroles and the Chocolate Lovers. The Profiteroles tasted like an elevated Snickers bar, while the Chocolate Lovers dessert was light, airy, and delicious. Overall, our experience at Flea Street Cafe was amazing. For anyone who loves dining out, I highly recommend this restaurant. Ignore the 1- and 2-star reviews; those people clearly don't know what good food is.

I recently crossed this restaurant off my bucket-list as part of a graduation dinner. Lovely ambiance - especially our outside booth, attentive service, and delicious and creative drinks. I love how their menu is built around the seasonality and strengths of local farms, which they list by name on the menu. I ordered the house negroni, which was solid. For an appetizer, I went with Yelp's recommendation of the smoked trout - thank you all, this was the right move. The basket of bread and biscuits with fancy butter was a delight. I went with the vegetarian sampler - a four item set of heirloom beans with pesto, an asparagus risotto, a gnocchi with morels and peas (this was the BEST dish of the night!), and a carrot tartlet with fava puree (close contender for favorite). We were stuffed but split a dessert anyway - it's strawberry season so the strawberry lavender shortcake was the clear choice. They also brought a plate of fresh, warm cookies with the check - which I actually still have in a take home box to try later today (like I said, we were FULL full even before the shortcake). Definitely excited to return when the seasons change to see what's next on the rotating menu!

My husband took me here for dinner on a date night since it is Michelin plated. The restaurant seems like it's in a old house. At least where we sat, it's a quieter restaurant since the dining table spread out in the different rooms of the house. Probably not a great spot for something like a first date where you might want more commotion around you. The crowd is more mature... I was in bit of a sticker shock by the wine by the glass menu, since everything was over 20, but the wine I got (picked the cheapest!), was really a beautiful red that I really enjoyed. Service was absolutely wonderful- definitely on par with other high end restaurants in the area. It was nice that the owner also stopped by to say hi. They start you off with complimentary biscuits and bread that come with ribboned sheets of butter. We had the grilled Jimmy Nardello. I would've thought it was named after someone at the restaurant, but it's a type of red pepper. I'm not a huge red pepper fan, but these were really cooked and flavored to perfection with pine nuts, feta and garlic and went really great on bread. Pacific coast catch was a nice lightly battered fish, presented on a tomato based sauce and whipped potato. We ended the meal with the Peach Cobbler, which was made to order. I'm not a huge fruit- based dessert fan, but the freshly based crust was amazing with the ice cream. Overall, excellent service, delicious food. They support local farmers and told us where some of our vegetables were from nearby, Excellent for a quiet date night. Since their menu uses seasonal ingredients, we'll be back for sure!

I can't say enough about the superb service and quality of the food. What a beautiful atmosphere. The melt-in-your-mouth smoked trout with tzatziki sauce was out of this world! The star of the night was the pork chop served over a delicate and delicious bed of risotto. The rock fish with saffron sauce was to die for. The drinks were amazing and had a beautiful presentation. Service was exceptional as ever. Our servers, Angel, José, Alonso, Cristy, Julio and Eloy were very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The owner, Jesse came by our table and was genuinely interested in our comfort and well being. The desserts were also delicious! 10 out of 10 recommend!

Last night my husband & I returned to Flea St & had a terrific dinner complete with delicious food, service & ambience.

Amazing food, amazing service, there's a reason theyve been around for 40+ years. The gnochi was mind blowing, the caesar salad, wow! Love love this place!

Great meal. Nice food, unobtrusive service. Quiet enough for a conversation - the tables are a good distance apart. Parking out back.

One of the best dining experiences ever. We sampled several starters which were ample and delicious. We split the salad, a wedge with a perfectly balance vinaigrette that had hints of fennel plus bacon, blue cheese, and egg. We split the main, wild salmon deep fried but not greasy at all and slightly rare. The Merry Edwards Pinot Noir called me back for a second glass. A small band treated us to hits from Dylan, The Birds, and Leonard Cohen, all freshly interpreted. The owner and founder greeted us as did other lovely guests. They are artists from curating the ingredients and wines to prep. Note to self - try their Bloody Mary next time. Expensive and worth it. Lucky for me, a really quiet table, in an alcove. (hard of hearing

Came by for dinner the other night and it was an excellent world class experience from the Michelin guide. Made a reservation and our table was ready upon arrival. There is a $50/person cancellation fee if cancelled 24 hours prior to dining. Parking is available in the private lot or on the residential street. Dining is available in the dining room, outdoors, or at the bar. The dining room has been remodeled since my last visit with new floors, brighter lights, and plain tables without the white tablecloth. Started off with the complimentary biscuit and bread and it was fantastic as it came with a side of super fragrant and soft butter and sea salt. This was paired with some fresh vegetables which were also complimentary. Opted for the crispy shrimp as the appetizer and it was excellent. Lightly tempura battered shrimp with some light aioli on the bottom. Moved on to the dungeness crab cake and smoked trout as the first course and it was also world class. The dungeness crab cake was filled with dungeness crab and was topped over a bed of super fresh and light greens. The smoked trout was smoked to perfection and served with a side of light cream, house-made potato ships, and beets. Also excellent. Opted for the beef short rib as the main course and it was world class. The beef short rib was super tender, flavorful and served over a bed of mashed potatoes, carrots, asparagus, and mushrooms. Ended off the meal with the cinammon apple fritters with vanilla ice cream. The apple fritters were lightly fried, sugar-coated with some apples and served with some cold vanilla ice cream. $122/head after tax, 20% service and 2.5% healthly employee surcharges. Bill was presented with a brownie bite which was also excellent.

Loved the cozy local vibes at this restaurant! The staff were very friendly and attentive the whole time too. The free biscuits for appetizers were divine. Spread some ribbon butter and sprinkle a little bit of salt and it's perfection. I wanted to ask for more but was too shy lol. We ordered the rack of lamb as an appetizer - we thought it would be too small but it was just the perfect size given its richness. It was amazing. For entrees, we ordered the short ribs and risotto. The short ribs melts in your mouth and was very tasty. The risotto was almost too rich for my taste. To be honest it was not my favorite because of the earthy flavors but it was still good. Definitely coming back to try other menu items since we really enjoyed our time.

Great little spot in Meno Park. Very sustainable and everything is locally sourced, and you can taste it. Drinks were good, the Pinot noir Juice especially. The food was properly seasoned, and cooked to perfection. Highlights include: House made butter milk biscuits- tender and full of flavor, make sure you add a pinch of the sea salt to the butter and pile on the fig jam! Lamb chop - definitely a must order. Gnocchi - delightfully light and fluffy Salmon - specifically the cream less creamed corn, the corn was a revelation and my new favorite way to have corn. Short ribs- braised beautifully, and very flavorful. Ricotta pumpkin cheesecake- absolutely delicious The only slight hiccup was two of our dishes were served without silverware. Other than that, service was great, very friendly and helpful. We got a chance to speak to Bryan, the chef and he was gracious enough to go over the restaurant's ethos and how they source their product. Very cozy place, we will definitely be back!

Meh, I've had better food for the high price tag. $20 for cocktails, $68 for lamb chops. The chops were good, but the paring with tempura broccoli was lackluster. The entree itself was heavy enough and to add fried veggies to the meal was not a good match. We also got the pacific catch fish which was pretty basic in tomato sauce. The outdoor seating was not appealing for a "fancier restaurant". Metal old chairs with old seat cushions. The trout appetizer with avocado and cheese was delish. I'd give this place a 2.5 stars. For the price tag, the food was okay. Id rather spend my money elsewhere for the quality of food and the ambience for being outdoor. They also gave us house Madeline's at the end of our meal and it was really dry. I almost about spit it back out but did not want to be rude. Offer chocolates or something else that is more palatable.

My love interest made reservations for this hidden gem. Conveniently they have a decent sized parking lot which comes in handy because this place can fill up quick. We opted to dine outside on the deck area with plenty of heaters and pillows to make you as comfortable as possible outdoors. We looked around inside for a few minutes and I can tell you that we were just in the mood for outdoor dining because the inside was very sleek, clean and impressive to dine in as well. We started with some crunchy pink shrimp that came with some sauce at the bottom of the bowl and lemon slices. All mixed together is everything you didn't know you needed but glad you had. The bread and ribbon looking butter is a good addition to your meal if not by itself just to snack on. I had a sour beer and I was very pleased by it along with the lavender lemon drop that seemed to be at every table. They clearly know what they're doing behind the bar. We both almost ordered the black cod but I decided I'd try more on the menu for a full assessment. The cod was too legit all the way through with everything on the dish. My scallops however left me scratching my head. It says yams and Brussel sprouts so I assumed I'd have a decent amount of sides to eat but I was sadly mistaken.. no worries, as I asked our very helpful and attentive waiter who asked the kitchen if I can get a side of rice out asap even though they don't normally do sides a la carte. The rice came out in less than 2 minutes and my dish was complete and satisfying. Now that's what I call service! Although there were only 2 people in our party, they automatically give 20% tip to the waiters but I felt the need to show my appreciation for my waiter and gave him a good amount on top of that. The game ball would go to the chef if our waiter Marcel didn't go above and beyond to steal the show. I really like this place,though it isn't the cheapest place you'll find. I think I'm gonna put this heavy in our rotation

We came here without a reservation on a Tuesday night. My party of four was seated promptly and at a lovely inside table. The table was set with the most quirky and cute tableware. I adored the green glasses, and the mis matched plates were adorable. The restaurant brought out some of their famous buns (bread) with curled butter. What a treat! Everyone thought they were amazing. We all ordered the same thing - the vegetarian sampler. Are we vegetarians? No. Did we want to pick our plates? Yes! Absolutely every bite was scrumptious. We truly enjoyed our meals and were delighted to have had the opportunity to eat here.

I visited to celebrate my first anniversary, but unfortunately, it was a bit disappointing. While the service was excellent, the food did not meet expectations. Out of the four dishes we ordered, only the trout toast was palatable. Normally, I have a low bar for food, but this was unacceptable. I appreciate their attempt to be creative, but combining watermelon, strawberries, and raw scallop was not a good idea. Edit from two stars to one star: Just got a private message from the owner, " Hongpu, I am writing you privately. You already let us know publicly how much you did not like Flea Street on OpenTable. We heard you, felt badly that we are unacceptable to you. Now, days later feel the need to do it again on Yelp. I wonder why? Clearly we are not your kind of restaurant and understand but why do you feel such a need to do it? Jesse Cool Owner " To answer your question, I had a poke bowl today that included scallops, which reminded me of how awful the scallops were at your place. I figured since I didn't receive any response on OpenTable, I should share my thoughts on Yelp, which is a more influential platform. Indeed, I got a reply within a few hours. However, the reply was more aggressive than constructive. The downgrade from two stars to one star is due to the way the owner handled this situation.

Food 9/10 There is quality in each dish served. My only wish is the portion sizes would be bigger. Service 10/10 The service went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and the complimentary food was amazing! Ambiance 9/10 It's very classy and quaint nothing to complain and very sophisticated Overall a great place for a date or to impress. The food is excellent and caters more to fine dining with fresh farm to table experience More food stuff @vin.foodjournal

I had the pleasure of dining at Flea Street this past week. I was there to celebrate a birthday. From the moment I walked into the restaurant I felt so happy and relaxed to be there! There were other guests at the restaurant however the tables are spaced out nicely and the restaurant is quiet so you can actually enjoy the friends/family you are with. On the table there was a card for the person celebrating a birthday -lovely touch that did not go unnoticed. The staff is kind and caring and eager to please. A couple in our party ordered cocktails-they were beautifully presented and apparently very delicious. We shared several of the salads which were very good and of course enjoyed the homemade biscuits and bread with the beautifully presented butter and added salt. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meals-mussels, salmon with the orzo pasta and the pork chop. The food was delicious and presented in a very lovely manner. Flea Street is one of a kind! Thank you for what you do and how you do it!

We had the most wonderful dinner at this adorable restaurant. We came here because a friend was playing at the venue. It's pretty far from where I live- I sure wish I lived closer as I would like to try ALL the menu items! My friend had a cucumber cocktail that was both beautiful and delicious. For our dinners we both had the salmon- amazingly delicious. Crispy skin with chimichurri sauce on perfectly cooked fish served on a bed of orzo with veggies mixed in. I ate every single bite. And we had dessert too- my friend had the cream cheese cake, which she said was fabulous and I had the watermelon granita- with rosemary! So unusual and so delicious. What a marvelous way to end a meal. I thought our table outside was just lovely and our waiter was so thoughtful and so helpful. I have a food allergy- and the restaurant says it does not allow substitutions- but that does NOT mean they won't be allergy friendly. They were so helpful with my food allergy and I felt totally safe. I tried to order what I knew would be safe and the chef checked it for me- and I am so grateful. There is a nice parking lot in back (but it is small) and handicapped parking- a few spots- are available. We got there at 5pm- so parking was not an issue. Allow some time to find a space if you are coming later in the evening. My friend and I agreed we had a perfect evening here. We loved everything about Flea Street.

Experience: Anthony made us feel so comfortable from his pleasant humble demeanor, to his detailed descriptions of the dishes and desserts (which he made). We felt so well taken care of all evening. Thank you Anthony (and staff)! Food we liked best: - Appetizer: Sardine Toast - Main: Ricotta Gnudi with Morels - Dessert: Chocolate Lovers

The food here is always good, but Chef Bryan has really outdone himself with the Valentine's Week menu and taken things to the next level. The flavors are bold but harmonious. We absolutely loved every dish we had last night. The Valentine's menu goes through Sat if you can still pick up a reservation!

Things we loved the most about this place: - Easy parking - Nice intimate setting - Friendly and professional staff - Short ribs What caught us by surprise were prices, they list themselves as "$31 to $50 pp" on OpenTable when it's actually $125-150 pp. Cocktails were $20-$25 ea., wine by the glass was $20-$30 ea., appetizers were $20-30 ea., entrees were $30-45 ea. and desserts were $15+. Automatic gratuity of 23.6% regardless of your party size. A few dishes just got out of the fridge when we got them (eggs, cheesecake, etc.) which really reduced their flavors, it would have been nice to let them sit a few minutes at room temperature. The best part of the meal was our entrees, especially the Short Ribs ($45) which were delicious and perfectly cooked. We won't come back as we feel you can get a better value elsewhere, but this is a solid option if you're looking for a romantic evening without the fuss.

Went for our anniversary on Friday. It's a cute restaurant with easy parking. When we got there we got served bread but with cold, single skewers of sweet potato - not sure why as it didn't really go with the bread/butter. Our first cocktails were far too expensive for how weak they were. The appetizers were tasty, but the portions were so small they weren't worth the price. After that we needed to wait forty minutes for our salad to come out, and when it did it was relatively tasteless and, again, small. They forgot our second first course item and brought out our mains twenty minutes after. The food was pretty good but when a dish is $60 I would like more than a single small potato and three small carrots to go along with it. Left feeling hungry

My wife and used to frequent flea st cafe over 20 years ago and went back this evening to celebrate our anniversary. Quaint atmosphere, food was creatively prepared and presented. Service was AMAZING with wait staff attentive, cordial and seemingly always there just when we needed something. We had an amazing Caesar salad with tasty anchovies and a smoked trout appetizer which was good, although I loved the salad a bit better. We had gnocchi dish and pork chops which were delicious. For dessert we had a lavender honey shortcake which my wife loved. Our dinner with the included gratuity was about $275. Some might consider that a steep price. We don't eat out at super expensive restaurants but with the cost increases in food and labor, I don't think the price was unreasonable (for us).

Minus 1 star for pricey! $25 for 2 frozen cinnamon rolls. I had to cook them myself? Only 2??? and they included the to go frozen cinnamon rolls and buttermilk biscuits (frozen, I have to cook) in the tab, which includes 20% service charge Jesse's purple Egg (elevated deviled egg) was $14 Salad $19 Scallop main was $47 $16 for a beautiful creme brulee Meyer Lemon Soda $12 Tea $7 buttermilk biscuits FREE were yummy! and the butter presented beautifully! I've never seen this presentation!! everything was beautiful and delicious. $350 for 2 people all in with the two take home to cook and 1 glass of wine.

Yum !! Everything is wonderful! Food, service, bar !! Love to have dinner at the bar and watch all the beautiful drinks being prepared.

Service :5/5 Food: 2.5/5 Read the extremely good reviews of the place so decided to come by. I should say I came here with the expectation of a greeeaaat meal. The food was extremely mediocre, nothing special at all- definitely not worth the hype. I don't see why I would ever return tbh. Ambience was whatever too, very homey, feels like a local spot. I can see why locals like it but if you were visiting the area I would not recommend coming here. For the same price in the area village pub is waaaay better.

Visit this restaurant with NO expectations and you will be surprised at the simple complex flavors that are created with the fresh foods here. Half of the experience is the atmosphere and the lovely staff and the other half are the unique menu and flavors of the dishes. The mixed drinks are fabulous, staff is incredibly attentive and the food is cooked to perfection. The lamb, Gnocchi, crab cakes, deviled eggs, oysters all stellar.

What a hidden gem! We were so impressed with the food here. We knew we were in for a treat when the bread came out and it was unusually good, with shaved butter - great ambiance vibes. We shared the smoked trout dip and the caesar salad - both were delicious and flavorful. The chips with the dip were homemade and especially thin. I had a fish in a panko breading and my husband had short ribs. The sauces were very flavorful and the dishes were cooked perfectly. We ordered a peach cobbler to share - it came with ice cream with a strong vanilla bean flavor. It was all delicious. The waiter told us it was only the second night on the menu but already the most popular dessert. As we were leaving, the owner came by and we chatted with her quickly - very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back. This was a solid cut above other places we've been, with excellent service as well.

Service was great. Disappointed we didn't get a complimentary birthday dessert with a candle or anything. The sardines were Ok, the smoked trout was amazing and the halibut was good. Pana cotta was ok and Cupcakes were sweet. Bread was good but overall portions are small. Seems like a nice place for many affluent neighbors to frequent in the hood.

It was my fiancé's birthday and I wanted to treat her to a fancy dinner! She had this place on her list of restaurants to try and had gotten lots of recommendations for it. We made a reservation a few weeks before and it was fairly easy to make, although note that they are closed Sunday & Monday's and there's a cancellation fee per person if you cancel within 24 hours. When we arrived they had a small parking lot which was easy to get to. And everyone who greeted us was very friendly. We first started with drinks - she got a Lavender Lemon Drop and I got the Bees Knees, and let me tell y'all, those were some of the most superb drinks we have ever had. They brought out house made bread rolls and small veggie bites from their garden. Absolutely incredible flavors just from those, we knew the rest was going to be good. We ordered a small appetizer - Jesse's Purple Pig. Quite literally a purple (from beet juice) deviled egg that was amazing. Next, for the actual meal, she ordered the Risotto and I got the Hand-Cut Pasta "cacio e pepe". Both were spot on, rich in flavor. They were smaller portions but filling and we were stuffed after completely polishing off our plates. We debated whether or not we wanted dessert but in the end we opted out as we were too full. Since we were celebrating a birthday, they brought out a complimentary vanilla with olive oil ice cream. Perfect way to end our experience at Flea Street. With the check, instead of mints, they make homemade bite size fall muffins that were baked to perfection. Overall we had a great experience here. It is a splurge place for a special occasion but worth giving it a try!

I l-o-v-e Flea street. I have been coming here for over a decade. The food is always creative and delightfully good. The service is impeccable. I have some strange food allergies and they are always kind and willing to adjust whatever they can to meet my requirements. Did I mention the best bartender on the west coast is here? I have gone to at least 15 of the top 50 cocktail bars around the world, per Forbes, and so can tell you Flea street is superb!

Super cozy outdoor seating with heaters. My dog was chilling like a boss! The beet stack appetizer was a winner for us! Homemade butter was so yumm! Major points for Veggie and vegan options. And drinks including the non-alcoholic ones were delicious! For mains we had the crab pasta and the miso cod. Both were fresh and delicious, though the pasta was a tad dry but still yummy. Do checkout the menu before you reserve as their menu keeps on changing. Overall, a cozy haven with great food, attentive and friendly service. Can't wait to come back!

It's one thing to be a really good restaurant as far as food but it's another thing to be snobby about it. I sat at the bar by myself I'm a very friendly guy and nobody was interested in saying hello or asking how the food was. The bartender was offish. I went there once, and I'll never go back again.

This place has a gorgeous ambiance and very nice outdoor seating with heaters. All of the staff were so sweet and kind! They were also very accommodating towards me as a vegan: - gem salad is vegan without cheese (the dressing IS vegan) and super good! - the chef was kind enough to make a vegan risotto for me which was also very good. I called ahead the day before to ask about options, so I would advise doing that.

Any night at Flea Street is a treat. Whether it's a special occasion dinner, outing with friends or a bite at the bar. When asked my favorite restaurant this one is always included, and has been for over a decade. I meant to write a review a few weeks ago when my husband and I had the nicest casual dinner at the bar. He always orders the oysters, which are uniquely curated and flavored and never disappoint. I navigate to the McFarland Smoke Trout, a must have. For our entree we feasted on the Cioppino, savoring every bite. While this is not on the current menu, it was fabulous. Two nights ago I again sat at the bar with a friend and had a wonderful time. We over the Borscht and felt great about Flea Street's commitment to making the world better donating profits to Ukraine. The chicken Liver Mousse was fabulous and super generous in portion. Finally we shared the Wild Wild Pasta which had a wonderful earthiness from the mushrooms and brightness from the sun-dried tomatoes, full of the best textures in every bite. I would be leaving out a big favorite if I didn't talk about the fabulous Modern Old Fashion that always delights. The entire staff is kind and attentive, each personally caring about diners' experiences from arrivial to leaving full and happy. Chef Bryan is an absolute gem.

Great food and ambience. Service is great and comes at the perfect timing. There's a parking lot, so it's easy to access.

We went a year ago and it was incredible. We went a few months ago and it was terrible. Toal amateur hour. Maybe the C team was on duty? For the price, not worth the gamble.