Star Anise — Restaurant in Livermore

We made reservations for 20 people. The place is small and there were two large tables that they tried to accomodate 10 at each table. The tables would seat 4 on each side and one at the end. The other end of the table faced a wall, so if 5 people had to sit on one side and 4 on the other, it made it very uncomfortable. We decided that we needed one more smaller table, so some of our party moved. We arrived at 6 pm so the place wasn't really all that crowded. If we had been later, we would have had to seat cramped at these tables 2 tables.

The food was great, We all seemed to enjoy the meal. I personally would go back to this restaurant occasionally for good thai food, but not with a large group.

Service seemed a little slow. We asked for separate bills and they couldn't accomodate us. When the bill was brought to us we found that the tip was computed basied on the meal and tax combined. This brought the tip up higher than 20%.

If we were to return we would return with no more than 4 people. This restaurant couldn't seem to accomodate...

First time here and I have to say that I am never ever stepping into this restaurant again. First of all the person serving us did not bring all the items we ordered. And he got the entrees first and the appetizers after we asked for them and late. The food tastes ok. But the attitude of the people working there is just the worst. They were very rude and we had because of the way they served I reduced the tip I usually give. When we were about to leave the person attending our table asked us for an explanation for the low tip. He made very rude remarks and was very mean. As a customer its my choice whether I like the service or not. And I gave the tip I think the service deserved. I did explain him my reason for the low tip. He has to be fired. If you are expecting better tips and do learn about how to serve your...

The restaurant has a good ambience, but I wish they had more space. There were two waiters and they were very friendly. Neat restroom too.

We ordered Thai fish cake for appetizer, Duck roast (from the grill) and Mango paradise (fried rice). The appetizer was good and cooked well, but it is not the conventional fish cake that you might think. Infact I would say it was fish-flavored cake. Duck roast was well cooked and had a good flavor. My most favorite part was the fried rice with pieces of mango in it, that really blended well with egg and chicken in the fried rice. All the dishes were beautifully decorated and I would give 5 stars for its presentation.

Had no space for dessert. The quantity was...