Son & Garden

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But the waiters were very attentive in filling up my water cup! I was most definitely hydrated

Food was very beautiful and the surroundings were also pretty the food I would say is so so

SO CROWDED

Went here for a work lunch to celebrate a new colleague and it was such a joy! First the atmosphere once you come in is neon signs, bountiful flowers that cover the restaurant and allow for photo opportunities (especially if you are waiting for a table). We were seated at a large middle table and there was much to take in, a large set of screens behind me that had a sweet cat and a landscape seen playing, fun, bop in your chair music, and the QR codes for the menus.

We did breakfast during the weekday and everyone LOVED their food! I got the Hawaiian Scramble, but everyone raved about the benedicts. Portions were large and service was friendly, helpful, attentive.

We also got tea, and wow did I love my blooming tea, which was in a clear pot so you could see the flower bloom and infuse with the tea. All the tea-types came in beautiful tea pots, with adorable cups and saucers and some meals even had adorable animals on the plates! It was so sweet, cute, delicious, fun!

Come for the experience, stay for the food, and service, and its close proximity to Bart!

1/12/24

Asian fusion brunch in the tenderloin! When you walk inside it's like you're in a different dimension bc it looks so different from the outside. It's in a sketch area so just be mindful of that if you plan on coming here. The service was really good though. Got the smoked salmon benedict ($22) and have no complaints with it. All the food was good if not a little pricey.

Amazing place!! I came here for brunch with a big group of people and it was very easy to get a reservation. The table we sat at is shared with other groups, but it didn't bother us.

The interior was beautiful, with multiple walls decorated with flowers! We got our food within 5-10 minutes of ordering, and the plates not only looked amazing they were delicious. The portions were also very big. Can't wait to return!

Brunch review. Asian fusion.

Korean Benedict 34
Bone-in short rib, kimchi Fried rice, chive, mushroom, spinach, carrot, bell pepper, house made hollandaise

Fried Chicken Benedict 25
Boneless fried chicken, sauteed spinach, chive, shishito pepper, mushroom demi-glace

Ricotta Pancakes 19
Light & fluffy ricotta pancake w /Vanilla pastry cream, house jam and fresh fruit

Cocktails:

Beauty and the Beast
Soju, dolin rouge, lillet blanc, fresh squeeze passion fruit and D'arlo elderflower syrup

Ice scream for ice cream
Soju, equator espresso, coastal charm coffee liqueur,
homemade salted caramel, vanilla ice cream, chocolate cone

Overall, "A-OK."

The next time you & your girlies meet for brunch, THIS is your spoteverything about Son & Garden is beautiful

If you want an Instagramable or TikTok aesthetically pleasing restaurant then this is the spot for you. Food wise, not so much.

Ambiance: 8/10
Beautifully decorated interior perfect for all of those seeking a cute aesthetic spot. Flowers galore.

Food:5/10
We got the Bibimbap, loco moco, and some French toast dish. The food was OK, but nothing outstanding. We also got some alcoholic beverages. I would say be careful if you have a low alcohol tolerance because their drinks were heavier on the alcoholic side. Everything was super good presentation.

Service: 6/10
Service was OK. If you've ever been to an Asian restaurant before, then you know the particular type of service that you will get here. Some people mentioned a rude waitress and I think I know who they're talking about when we went she just came across as, direct and no funny business type in my opinion. The other waiters were nice, but don't expect a five star restaurant type service.

Overall:
Go for the aesthetics and pictures if you want. Food is mediocre at best.

I came here with a couple of friends. We made a reservation ahead of time and got seated once most of our group had arrived. They sat us down in a side area instead of the main building area, which was pretty nicely decorated with fake flowers and other props. When we visited, they had a Little Mermaid or "Under the Sea" theme.

I tried the Sakura latte, which came in a cute bear cup. I thought it tasted more like warm strawberry milk rather than flowery, but my boyfriend said that's how other sakura drinks tasted from Japanese stores.

We also tried the bibimbap and belly ranchero. The bibimbap was pretty good, not exactly traditional, but the flavors were nice. I would have liked a larger and juicier piece of chicken, though. The kimchi fried rice was nice. The belly ranchero was interesting, but I didn't like something about the taste of the pork; it just didn't come together that well.

The service was decent, no complaints. However, the place includes a 20% service charge, making it pretty expensive for what you get.

Overall, the food was okay, and the theming was nice, albeit a little cheesy. Maybe I would try some of their sweet items next time if I wanted a vibey brunch.

Food (4.5/5): The food is delicious, I've tried the bimbimbap, belly ranchero tacos, matcha mochi pancakes, and the loco moco, none of them were misses. My favorites were the bimbimbap and matcha mochi pancakes, both were so delicious! I've had the ube latte and sakura mimosa and both were good. Everything is aesthetically plated.

Service (4.75/5): The service was consistently attentive both times I went. The staff is so professional and considerate. I've been here twice for brunch; the second time I went I was celebrating two friends' birthday, and the staff busted out with tambourines and serenaded both friends with happy birthday and a sweet treat for each.

Ambiance (4.75/5): The decor within the restaurant is beautiful. If you get lucky to get seated in the tea lounge next door, everything will be so pretty, even the bathroom. If you share food, they bring cute colorful plates with animals on them. Both days I went (Sat morning and Sun morning) it was easy to find parking.

Phenomenal brunch. Absolutely closest to the pinnacle of what I want in a brunch experience. I made a reservation for a party of 6 and the staff were so friendly and forgiving because the rest of my party ended up being around 15 minutes late to the reservation. The service staff also smiled so often, they were lively, considerate, and attentive in refilling water as well as fulfilling requests.

Before I talk about the food, I also want to highlight the dining atmosphere (reference pictures). The decor is very floral and extravagant. To some, it may be a visually sensual overload, but I found it to make the brunch experience whimsical and enjoyable. Even the bathroom is decorated!

Now, the crowning highlights of a 5-star brunch location. I ordered the belly ranchero and It was basically a pork belly eggs Benedict on tortillas instead of English muffins. Plating was beautiful, the fruit tasted sweet, potatoes were wonderfully crisp, and the meat was abundant. I would say I wished I ordered what my boyfriend got (the bibimbap), as that dish tasted fantastic. The matcha mochi pancakes were also extremely good. The pancakes themself are not too sweet, having a depth of matcha and chewiness of mochi true to the name, but the lack of sweetness really helps the fruit, syrup, and cream embellish the dish in a way that makes it not overwhelmingly sweet. Everyone in my party raves about these pancakes. Overall, my entire party was overjoyed from both taste and aesthetic of the food here.