Sage Bistro — Restaurant in Alhambra

Only been open for less than 4 months and already hitting the off the chart grade point average stars, I just had to give this a place a look-see!

Parking may be difficult as it is a very popular restaurant central spot, but be patient you won't regret your decision.

The restaurant use to be an old coffee shop, so you'll notice a bit of a narrow layout with a bit of coffee shop vibe. Don't take that as small, because it can fit big parties easily. My feeling immediately was how home-y i felt, comfortable and ready to eat!

I came with my parents and they are strict vegetarian with not even garlic and onions in their diet. Usually this can be such a headache explaining the stress of how allergic they can be when touched. With such ease and comfort our servers knew immediately and even custom made some off the menu vegetarian dishes just for us.

Not only were the presentation amazing, but on first bite into our veggie steak (made from scratch- panko, mushroom and potato) with mash potato on the side clearly gave you the feeling of eating a real steak, but with a plus no poor cows were harmed ! Right off the bat you can tell the freshness of each bite, the consistency was perfect and it almost really gave you a slight feeling of ...ummm are you sure this aint meat dude? I love how they knew we probably don't go to much steak houses, so they brought it to us! Side mushroom dishes and fresh asparagus really set the mood!

I also got a generous portion of Pasta with sun dried tomato and seriously, the portion is so big I just had to pack it to go. Plus i still had to make space for some of their infamous Tiramisu!!!

Tiramisu were yum..nough said' !

Over all 5 stars and above for amazing service, great service and did I mention delicious...

I love coming here with the hubby for a nice meal in a quiet atmosphere with really the best food around. If you're looking for something different in the San Gabriel Valley, come here and try out the fare.

Some of it is Asian fusion but my go-to is the garlic shrimp mashed potatoes. Over rice is also really good. The beurre blanc is perfect, headier than usual here, with tart capers and thyme. The mashed potatoes are perfect! The chef is from Idaho (or Iowa? I will have to ask next time) so you can expect the best mashed potatoes. Husband got the braised beef rib and it was perfect, falling off the bone, and served with a savory au jus-based mushroom gravy. Mushrooms, red bell peppers, and asparagus on the side as the veggie, served on top of a bed of white rice.

I've also had the pesto pasta with shrimp (delicious), husband has had the jambalaya (zesty and peppery). Smoked salmon bruschetta is what we usually get for an appetizer, served with pesto spread on top of a small piece of toasted bread with the smoked salmon, a dab of cream cheese, and some dried cranberries, mmhmm, topped with smoked paprika (husband could eat a whole plate by himself).

Service is friendly and efficient.

This place is truly a diamond in the rough. Food is so good.

Tips: you can find parking in front on the street or in the back. Across from Lunasia and close to Alondra's, a hot...

In the heart of downtown Alhambra, this intimate boutique restaurant serves up yummy dishes without too much flare or overly dramatic interior design.

The parking: Its downtown Alhambra, you got street parking, structures close by and some spots in the back of the restaurant

The restaurant: Clean, simple decor and quiet, perfect for a casual dinner

The food: Its yummy, I had some of my friends dishes and everything i sampled including my own dish was good.

We got cheesecake for dessert and it was also good.

Unfortunately nothing crazy, over the top amazing or bad about the menu items. Just good and sometimes good is exactly what you are looking for.

The only comment I will say is the menu is small, this could be a major plus if you feel whelmed by...