Yard House — Restaurant in Los Angeles

Yard House in Northridge remains a popular spot for great food, drinks, and a lively atmosphere. During my recent visit with a party of 10, I had a mostly positive experience, though there were a few areas that could be improved.

Ambiance and Seating: The restaurant has a vibrant and energetic vibe, perfect for casual gatherings. However, our party of 10 was seated in a booth that barely accommodated 8 people, which made the seating arrangement a bit cramped and uncomfortable. It would have been better if the staff had arranged a more suitable table for a group of our size.

Food and Drinks: The food, overall, was delicious and satisfying. The appetizers were a standout—flavorful and well-prepared. The cheese curds, in particular, have improved significantly since my last visit and were a hit at our table. The drinks and beers were also excellent, offering a wide variety of options to suit different tastes.

For my main course, I ordered the Bacon Blue Cheese Burger. While the burger was cooked well and had great texture, it was overly salty, which detracted from the overall enjoyment. The saltiness left me feeling thirsty for the rest of the day, which was a bit disappointing.

Service: The service at Yard House was exceptional. Our waiters were friendly, attentive, and went out of their way to ensure our group had a pleasant dining experience. They were knowledgeable about the menu and offered helpful recommendations, which added to the overall enjoyment of the meal.

Conclusion: Yard House continues to deliver a solid dining experience with its delicious food, flavorful drinks, and excellent service. While the seating arrangement for larger groups could be improved and the salt level in some dishes (like the Bacon Blue Cheese Burger) needs attention, these issues did not overshadow the many positives. I would still recommend Yard House for its great atmosphere, tasty appetizers, and...

I really don’t think I’ve ever left a review for a restaurant BUT I knew I had to after eating here with Danielle as our server about a week ago. She was so incredibly kind and helpful throughout our dinner, I hate to be dramatic, but, it felt like (as a college student away from home) I was with family. She was so busy, yet helped guide us through not only the regular menu but the gluten allergy menu as well, listing all her favorites from both while asking us our preferences. She made sure we left with a “get home safe” and re-heating instructions for our leftovers because she said she’d hope someone would do it for her kids when they’re away from her.

The food was great, she helped two of us find gluten free beer (man, I miss beer), AND she even helped us all enjoy our meal the next day when we knew to heat the oven (NOT THE AIRFRYER!) a specific way so that both the regular and gluten free buns from our different meals would heat nicely without getting weirdly dry (like all gf bread does with too much heat). Also, as someone with a gluten allergy, she killed it in communicating with the chefs, because I didn’t get even a little bit glutened… YAY!

I wish I had gotten to speak to Danielle’s manager— or anyone honestly— about what a great server she was because they need to know how freakin LUCKY they are to have her as an employee!!! She remains so deeply kind and human in a job that sometimes makes that hard (if you’ve ever worked food service… you know what I’m talking about lol). In conclusion, and from a poor college girl with dietary restrictions who really enjoyed my fancy night out on the town just a little more because of her, please give this woman a raise and let her know I— and my friends— really...

Simply my favorite restaurant to take the family to. Originally I was blown away by the beer selection, they have the best German hefeweizens. I highly recommend the Weihenstephaner; trust me, I've been trying them all since getting hooked on them in Kassel, Germany in the 90s and have had trouble finding anything comparable for decades in Britain or America. Recently, I've become a fan of their cocktails; they have amazing old fashioneds. The significant other opposes whiskey drinks though, but fear not! They have several old fashioneds! The one that sold her is the sour cherry old fashioned, which is made with rum believe it or not! Pro tip, just specify "the one with rum" as the staff actually have been unsure on several occasions about the difference, despite being on THEIR menu! It has "zaya gran reserva rum." As far as food is concerned, you must order the California Roll as a starter, It is second to none. It is not a roll, but rather a cake, and is simply delightful. The last that sold us is the ambiance; it is loud, but not too so. This is perfect since we have a rather loud toddler and sometimes he can be trying at times. Since the music is "somewhat" loud, it is the subterfuge necessary for the wife and I to keep our sanity if our kid gets a little "loud." One of our latest routines is to catch a matinee at the the theatre across the way with our kid, and then pay a visit to the Yardhouse right after. The only gripe I have is that the place can be quite crowded in the evenings so be sure to pack plenty of patience as waiting for a table, especially with a little one, can be a test to...