Totally not what I was expecting when I walked in...pleasantly surprised. A little gem in the quiet streets of emeryville yet bustling inside. Great food, great service, good bar. Thumbs up.

Totally not what I was expecting when I walked in...pleasantly surprised. A little gem in the quiet streets of emeryville yet bustling inside. Great food, great service, good bar. Thumbs up.
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The Townhouse has always been one of my old standbys; food a pretty predictable bar a grill fare -- pasta, seafood, meat -- and a good selection of cocktails (great mojitos) and wine. The dinner... More

The Townhouse has always been one of my old standbys; food a pretty predictable bar a grill fare -- pasta, seafood, meat -- and a good selection of cocktails (great mojitos) and wine. The dinner sized salad with lamb tenderloin is on of my favorites. We tried the Fettucini with Scampi -- whoa on the capers!!! And, since when does scampi have capers? Sometimes the kitchen just misses the mark, but you can usually count on the meat selections to be done right. One word of warning: The Townhouse can get VERY noisy, so if you're looking for a place to have a quiet dinner.. this ain't it!
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The food here is good, and it's a nice place to take out-of-town guests. A bit on the pricey side, but when I really want to splurge and treat myself (or a loved one) to a "nice dinner in... More

The food here is good, and it's a nice place to take out-of-town guests. A bit on the pricey side, but when I really want to splurge and treat myself (or a loved one) to a "nice dinner in Emeryville," this is always the first choice. Pros: Interesting interior and history, nice bar Cons: Long waits, limited parking
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The outside of Townhouse isn't very appealing, but once you're inside the dining area has a nice atmosphere. Parking is decent. Once seated the volume of the room becomes apparent and a little... More

The outside of Townhouse isn't very appealing, but once you're inside the dining area has a nice atmosphere. Parking is decent. Once seated the volume of the room becomes apparent and a little overwhelming. Two of our entres were pretty good (scallops and jambalaya) but the salmon and the halibut were not very tasty at all. Given the quality and flavor of the food, the prices just weren't justified. Other people around us were ordering pork chops, fried chicken, and burgers and it all looked tasty, so maybe we ordered poorly, but our dishes were just okay. Overall the dining experience was not that impressive. I'll give the restaurant another chance but I'll stay away from the seafood dishes next time. Pros: Lively Atmosphere, Good Drinks Cons: VERY Loud, Decent Food at the Price of Great Food, Indifferent Service
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I've now eaten at the restaurant a handful of times and I've never been disappointed. The waitstaff are friendly, the drinks (esp. mojitos) are delicious, and the food melts in the mouth! The... More

I've now eaten at the restaurant a handful of times and I've never been disappointed. The waitstaff are friendly, the drinks (esp. mojitos) are delicious, and the food melts in the mouth! The fish, vegetarian and meat entrees have all been enjoyed and the portions are generous. My one complaint is that the drinks can be expensive, if you're requesting a premium product. Every dessert has been enjoyed...including the walnut, chocolate chip cookies- they're soft and clearly homemade-yum! And, it's not a cheap meal, but it's worth the quality.
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Though the food was good and the outdoor patio and inside seating is nice, its really nothing special. For the price, there are MANY other places I would recommend who serve the same kind of food... More

Though the food was good and the outdoor patio and inside seating is nice, its really nothing special. For the price, there are MANY other places I would recommend who serve the same kind of food (even better). Not worth it!!! PS: the service was lousy-wait staff were snotty and rude. Again for the pricing, I expect MUCH better. Pros: food was okay, outdoor patio is nice Cons: EXPENSIVE for not very special food, bad service
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Liked the warehouse atmosphere and there is a small patio for dining that is very nice. Had the squash ravioli and it was great. It's a bit pricy but I found it worth it. Waitstaff was on top of... More

Liked the warehouse atmosphere and there is a small patio for dining that is very nice. Had the squash ravioli and it was great. It's a bit pricy but I found it worth it. Waitstaff was on top of things. Only downside is there is not much parking at lunch time. There is a valet, however, which is helpful in most cases. Pros: Mouthwatering Menu Cons: Parking can be an issue
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Maybe I just went on bad day(s) and night(s), but the last few times Ive gone here, I've been pretty disappointed. I had the salmon special for brunch last weekend, and it was nothing to write home... More

Maybe I just went on bad day(s) and night(s), but the last few times Ive gone here, I've been pretty disappointed. I had the salmon special for brunch last weekend, and it was nothing to write home about. For $22 you'd expect something with a little more Oomph. I had the scallops a few months ago and they were overcooked. My side dish was cold too. Maybe it's the way I look, but I'm not a huge fan of the service or food. Pros: patio, bar Cons: food, waitstaff, price
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This little gem in the heart of Emeryville's buisness district is SO worth seeking out. It's relaxed and cozy, but also sports an upscale ambience if you're into fancier digs. I was there with a... More

This little gem in the heart of Emeryville's buisness district is SO worth seeking out. It's relaxed and cozy, but also sports an upscale ambience if you're into fancier digs. I was there with a large party, and everyone's food was amazing. The bread is warm, fresh, and delicious. We all got appetizers, which were less expensive but totally generous--from the mindblowing nachos to the delicate, bleu-cheese topped mini-burgers. I saw people at other tables enjoying heaping pastas and salads that also looked top-notch. You won't leave hungry, which is definitely a plus for me! The perfect place! Pros: Varied menu, countless options, big portions
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There just aren't that many places where you feel at home and get world class food. Townhouse is one of those places. The staff is friendly, the drinks are stiff, and the food is great. Prices are... More

There just aren't that many places where you feel at home and get world class food. Townhouse is one of those places. The staff is friendly, the drinks are stiff, and the food is great. Prices are medium, but it's worth it. You can order anything from a hamburger, to a fabulous risotto. Do order the garlic fries (even if you're on a date - they are SO worth it), and do try the calamari (fabulous). There is always a vegetarian option on the menu, and the salads truly are dinner size (plus!).
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