Andres Guarnizo

My wife booked this and my only question was, what is Californian restaurant mean? Well the answer to that question was answered by the food, it doesn’t matter. We were seated promptly and even greated with a nice little card to start off as it was our anniversary. We started off with some prosecco and got starters you have to get the burrata with that huckleberry marmalade and hit of garlic cloves. Still dreaming about it. We had that with their mixed green salad that was set off by the wonderful hit of goat cheese. For main course my wife had what had to be the best scallops we ever cream sauce. I went in on the paella that came with shrimp, calamari, mussels and chorizo and the rice that was all perfectly seasoned and portioned. To top it all we finished off with a crème brûlée and the entire course with a fabulous County Lin Pinot noir. Man all the food came out on time in order and to please. The staff just as equally great and pleasant as the food. Mario was our waiter and the star of the night, even pairing perfectly our desert to the wine we were drinking.

+4

Gregg

Had lunch here recently and had a great experience! All the dishes were wonderful. Ordered a toasted squash with tofu and lentil dish that was fantastic!!(peppers on the side please). Had a salad, that I split with my partner and they kindly divided it up between us. Also had the shrimp tacos that were also really good. The drinks from the bar were very good too. They have some nice patio dining but we didn’t have reservations so sat inside. I will definitely be back. It also has a nice interior.

Lpoe

Beautiful outdoor patio and cozy indoor space. The food is always excellent! Luncheon tostada is my favorite. Others really enjoy the short rib bowl and salmon. Will keep returning!

Yerena Duran

Everything about this restaurant is above and beyond. The service is excellent and you can tell the food is cooked with passion. Not one meal lacked in taste. Even the fries are delicious!

John Lang

Had been looking forward to coming to El Dorado, was worth it. Had the paella, was very good. Waiter was very attentive, but never any hint of rushing you, we were there 2 hours. Very good experience.

Kristopher Cumbermack

Celebrated my wife's birthday on the patio. We had a wonderful time. Food was exceptional; I had the paella which was so good. Everyone enjoyed their meals and most ranked it as best dinner. Wonderful service , great wine selection. Delicious desserts. Highly recommend

Vince Maguire

Great spot for lunch! A little indulgence and a lot of great food. We started with an item not even on the menu - some fried paella balls. We overheard a local order them and had the great fortune to also get a couple. Secret menu!! Oyster starter was great. Perfect salinity. Tender with all of the right accompaniments. The shrimp ravioli were brilliant. Large, plump shrimp in a decadent sauce. Short rib was fall apart perfect. The salsa verde was a bright surprise that added an additional level to the dish. Service matches the food. Spot on. 100% would go back.

Kwong Chee Choo

This place was recommended to me, and now I highly recommend it as well! The mushroom salad was good with the earthy taste of the mushrooms shining through. The standout dish was undoubtedly the seafood paella – hands down the best I've had outside of Spain! The seafood was incredibly fresh, and the rice was infused with a rich, savory flavor that left me wanting more. Just had to dessert. The chocolate tart was delicious – decadent, rich, and perfectly balanced with some pecan nuts, and caramelized citrus fruit on top. Not too sweet, just pure chocolate bliss! The service was top-notch, attentive, and knowledgeable. Our server made excellent recommendations

+1

J. Gray

We had the best experience there at El Dorado kitchen! Service was excellent and the food was delicious. I was there celebrating a good friend’s recent engagement. The restaurant saved us a private lunch area and created a mini menu. I had the chicken and my boyfriend had the short ribs, so good! Definitely recommend to anyone looking ti make a group reservation!

+4

Food is good. Service is great. I'd come more often but I live an hour an 45 away. I recommend this place highly because of the service. Employees here are great, customers not so much. But if you can enjoy your stay without paying an attention to them, you'll enjoy it.

Lisa Byrne

Came here for my birthday dinner and immediately loved the decor, ambience, and overall vibe. We were greeted warmly by both the host and our waiters, and they even had a cute happy birthday sign waiting for us, which was a really thoughtful touch. That said, I was a little disappointed there wasn’t a complimentary dessert, which would have been such a nice way to end a birthday dinner. I ordered the Shanghai Sour cocktail with five spice seasoning and it was good for what it was, interesting and different, though not something I’d rush to order again. The real highlight of the night was the appetizer. We ordered the hamachi crudo and it was beautifully prepared, well seasoned, and visually stunning. I just wish they gave more than four slices because it was honestly delicious. For entrées, we ordered the highly recommended seafood paella, which definitely lived up to the hype, and the lobster risotto. The risotto was good overall, but a bit watery for my liking. Overall, it was a lovely birthday dinner with great atmosphere, friendly service, and good food.

+1

Chad Cwold

So close to a 5 star… service was lacking a bit and the Chicken was dry. The Mushroom Risotto with prawns, amazing!! Great wine, beer and liquor selections. Oysters were legit and great atmosphere. Open kitchen concept is always great to watch. Y’all should check this place out.

Alicia DiGiammarino

Food was excellent. I can recommend the corn risotto (needed to add salt and pepper for a boost) and spinach ravioli. The vegan plate was also good. The seared scallops had been billed as the stand out dish and was somewhat disappointing as it didn’t compare to scallops on cape cod.

I was there with a group of 5 on Sunday afternoon. Chicken Sandwich was burned. The service was unprofessional. The waitress was reading a book and texting and not paying attention to the 3 tables she had. I had to asked the host to tell her we need to order. She was busy hiding behind the counter instead of tending to the 2-3 tables. Not paying attention to the used plates sitting on the table. I have been in many fine dining restaurants and your waitress needs more professional training. I would not want to come back if this is the best wait staff you have. Local & Visitors.

Jennifer Coker

Super loud! We sat in the room facing the Plaza, and it was deafening. My husband and I couldn't hear each other, and that was a bummer for what was supposed to be a romantic evening. It's an absolutely beautiful space, and our waiter, Ramon, was kind and personable. Our busser woman was very efficient and took great care of us, as well. The hostess was lovely, too. Cocktails were great, if pricey. Well balanced and innovative flavor combinations. The food was fine, but not quite hitting its marks, sorry to say. We wanted to love this place!

We dined at El Dorado Kitchen while recently staying at El Dorado Hotel, and unfortunately the experience was far more frustrating than it ever needed to be. Before dinner, we noticed a menu posted outside for El Dorado Cantina and preferred those options over the Kitchen menu. Since we already had reservations at El Dorado Kitchen that evening, we stopped to ask an employee if we could keep our reserved table, but order from the Cantina menu instead. We were clearly told yes and that it that would not be a problem. We were seated at our reserved table, ordered two drinks, received them, and then informed our waiter we would be ordering from the Cantina menu. At that point, we were told we actually could not. Given that we had already confirmed this with another staff member and had already been served drinks, the sudden change felt disorganized and frustrating, so I asked to speak with a manager. The manager’s solution was to relocate us to the completely opposite side of the restaurant into a closed section away from all other guests. We were the only table seated there. While they still charged us for the drinks and attempted to provide attentive service, being isolated in a shut down section felt awkward and honestly off putting. The energy and ambiance were clearly in the main dining room, and it felt strange to be moved out of sight after being told upfront that our request was fine. What made it even more frustrating was that other couples and groups in the main dining area were simply having drinks and not ordering food from the Kitchen, yet none of them were asked to relocate. We were not asking for anything unreasonable. We simply wanted to sit at the table we had reserved and order from the Cantina menu, as we were initially told we could. We had also planned to order additional drinks from the Kitchen, but after being moved, we decided against it. This situation could have been easily avoided with clearer communication from the start. As El Dorado hotel guests hoping for a seamless and enjoyable night out, the experience ultimately left us disappointed.