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Jeanines 5-Sterne-Beitrag: Wow, talk about mixed reviews! Most of those one-stars seem like they were from a few years ago, so maybe the management has switched over since then? Anyways here is my take on this particular location: It's a Subway, and I'm sure if you're reading this you've been to a Subway before. The workers at any sort of fast-food joint usually aren't too cheerful, but I've never had a straight-up problem with any of the employees here. If I worked at Subway, I wouldn't be too happy either. But here's what earns this Subway a sparkling 5 stars: IT'S OPEN TWENTY-FOUR HOURS. IN IRVINE. The boring-est city where NOTHING is open late, let alone 24 hours. And it's the only 24/7 Subway I've ever seen. Good for me because I don't like filling my stomach with grease late at night and love me my subby subs. Not only that, it also has a lovely little patio for my dining pleasure and is located in a good sized shopping center with other restaurants and a Rite Aid & Wholesome Choice, so I can run errands before or after my meal if I wish. One note: Irvine cops do like to frequent the place, so make sure to take your shady business elsewhere! -
Jeanines 4-Sterne-Beitrag: Carne asada fries heaven. For just under $7, you get a to-go box STUFFED with perfectly crispy fries, guac, and sour cream. Toss on some pico de gallo from their generously stocked salsa bar and you're good to go. I was also really impressed that for fast-food the quality of meat was legit, really juicy and not too fatty. I'm looking forward to coming back for a California burrito, nom nom nom. Ambiance wise, it's literally a hole in the wall. And you can't really expect much from the workers since they have to deal with drunkies all the time. Come here when you're drunk/high or sober and just looking for a cheap but filling meal. -
Jeanines 4-Sterne-Beitrag: Even though it's notoriously overpriced, it keeps me coming back. It's the default pearl tea place when you're just in the mood for boba but don't want to venture over a mile to get it. I've mostly tried their almond milk tea (duhh), california green tea, and iced rose tea. Sometimes their drinks can be a little too sweet, which is one of the reasons why I try to space out my Cha visits. Actually, most of the time I come here it's for the food. I recommend the curry chicken, curry tofu, and the orange tofu. With each dish you get a choice of rice or noodles, as well as corn and a salad. They also have sriracha packets in the store, a major plus (: While I like the chill atmosphere Cha provides, the store can get really crowded at times. It can be pretty challenging to find a seat inside, and while there's lots of tables outside as well, when it's cold it might just be better to get your drinks/food to go. Despite Cha's deliciousness, I have to knock off a star for the price and over-the-top customer service. Sure. it's nice to repeatedly interact with the workers when you enter, order, while you eat, and leave, but it wears off after the first couple of visits. Sometimes, they ask me if I need anything SO MUCH, it makes me feel like I'm being treated as if I'm five years old...not joking. Definitely coming in and out of here when I get that occasional almond milk tea/curry craving, but not for much else. -
Jeanines 4-Sterne-Beitrag: I came here for the first time around midnight with about 5 other friends. The restaurant seemed relatively crowded for that time of night, but we were seated right away. After poring through their extensive menu, I finally decided to keep it somewhat healthy and order the spicy veggie melt. Our food took a while to come out...which was strange considering that the place was not packed but maybe they were understaffed for that time of night. I think they were also training a new waitress with our party who was really shy. In the meantime, I scoped out the cool retro decor which added a lot of personality to the place. The sandwich itself was delicious with perfectly toasted bread tomatoes, sprouts, cucumbers, two kinds of cheese and creamy pico de gallo. It came with plenty of pickles and a huge side of ranch, which really made all the difference in flavor. However, the sauerkraut on the side tasted a little bit questionable and not as fresh as I would have liked it to be. Altogether, I left satisfied and with enough food for lunch the next day. My group also ordered the tuna melt, calamari, nachos, cheese fries, and a chocolate milkshake. All of which I sampled and were equally delicious (: Extra points because it is open 24 hours! The only thing keeping it from being a five was the lacking customer service and weird sauerkraut. I will definitely be back if I am in the area to sample more of the menu! -
Jeanines 2-Sterne-Beitrag: I've come to Guppy's several times, but on my most recent visit there I had one of the worst service experiences at ANY restaurant, EVER. My group of four friends and I went to Guppie's starving around 9:30 PM. It was really chilly outside, so we opted to wait 45 minutes for indoor seating even though we were sooooo hungry. However, that wait ended up being more like an hour and a half. We received no apology of any kind for the wait, and even worse service from our waiter when we finally sat down. Even though by this point there was pretty much no one else left in the restaurant, our waiter straight-up disappeared after taking our order and after FINALLY bringing out our food. Really? As if that wasn't enough, halfway through eating, the music began BLASTING so I couldn't even hear my friends talk. We probably would have dined and dashed if we weren't wearing our sorority letters :P That being said, my usuals at Guppy's include pineapple fried rice crispy chicken, hot pot, shaved ice (duh), and brick toast. I have to say that out of all of those the fried rice & brick toast is really the only ones that stand out. When I would come here my first year of college, I thought Guppy's was the ish. Now that I am older and wiser, however, I can't really recommend it unless you come at a dead hour of the day and with very low expectations. -
Jeanines 4-Sterne-Beitrag: Pretty much THE place to be for Cupertino late-night loitering. Not too much separates it from the other Tapioca's in the area, except there will usually be a huge group of teens either sitting outside on the patio or chilling in the parking lot. If you sit inside on a cold day, expect it to be drafty because there are people always coming in and out to use the bathroom and whatnot. Actually, scratch that. Be prepared to sit outside regardless of the weather because there is not very many tables inside either. Even so, Tapex will always be one of my defaults for some delicious Passion fruit juice, and most of their pearl teas aren't too shabby either. Great variety in pearl/add-ins, and they make the drinks super fast and the quality is pretty consistent. -
Jeanines 3-Sterne-Beitrag: Oh Verde, what to do with you? I'm part of the generation that still reminisces over the good old days of Verde, when it was still at the intersection of Stevens Creek and Blaney and you could loiter inside or outside for hours and hours. Now, so much has changed. As every other review has made clear, there is a $5 charge per person to sit down and their food options are questionable, at best. Even hoping for decent customer service is setting your expectations way too high. I've experiences workers that have been rude, unable to understand your order, and drinks can take forever to come out while you wait in the cold. Also, because no one is allowed to set foot in the forbidden dine-only area, there is always a group of people crowding the entrance. Some have ordered, some are just waiting to their drinks, and it all adds to the hassle that is Verde. Pretty sure it's also a fire haazard. That being said, I wouldn't keep coming back here. BUT their drinks are unlike any other. My favorites are the brick milk tea, banana freeze, peach milk tea and mango milk tea, all with large pearls of course. I recommend ordering your drink, then going to Wingstop next door while waiting for your drink. Now you have a place to enjoy your drink and some delicious food! Despite the horrible service, it's a must if you're in the area. To sum it up... Pearl tea=5 stars Service/Atmosphere=1 star =3 stars for you, Verde! -
Jeanines 4-Sterne-Beitrag: The name Donut Shop is misleading, because it implies their goods are intended for breakfast. What local college students know is that the REAL name of the Donut Shop is Shady Bagel, and it's delicious sandwiches are best when consumed very late into the night, or what's probably actually considered the very early morning hours. If it's your first time, you must go with the Ham, Egg Cheese & Bacon on a croissant, AKA the #1. Expect a line and a wait if you do come their late-night peak hours, not only from the volume of customers, but the employees making the food are a tad on the slow side. But your food will be worth the wait, as the greasy, saltiness hits the spot of your drunchies. Friendly on the wallet and open all day every day! -
Jeanines 4-Sterne-Beitrag: 3 stars for the taste, but 5 stars for the concept. A sushi-delivery service to a school whose population predominantly enjoys sushi? Genius. I've used Ippo a handful times, and while it's definitely not gourmet, it gets the job done when you're studying and starving. My favorites at around $10 per roll are the crispy shrimp tempura roll, and the baked salmon roll. But they also have a little less expensive options like the California Roll and Spicy Tuna Roll for around $5. As well as beef bowls, hi-chews and sodas. The delivery process is entirely online, then you provide them with a phone number and meet them outside when they call. Dont forget to select the "tip your driver" option. They're open from 7PM-2AM, but I wouldn't call them until you get desperate for some real food, because they are for sure not the same quality as restaurant sushi. -
Jeanines 4-Sterne-Beitrag: Donut Wheel isn't really like anything else in Cupertino. It's open 24 hours and not some kind of national chain. Subsequently, it's one of the few late-night hang outs for many high school and De Anza kids. Expect to encounter an abundance of them when you stop in. But in other ways, Donut Wheel is also like everything else in Cupertino. Cash-only, short service, and the most mismatched decorations I have ever seen, from moose heads to apolstered chairs and funky flower pictures. Out of the plethora of delicious donuts to choose from, my personal favorite is the original chocolate donuts, yummers. They even have ice cream, coffee, and a Lard Lad figurine if you so desire. Come here for your morning pick-me-up, or late night rendezvous.
