The environment was friendly and welcoming, and I truly enjoyed my meal here. I'm hoping for the opportunity to return. The food tasted great, and I was delighted that my first attempt at the Braised Beef Noodle Soup wasn't too spicy, finding it pleasantly mild.

Their newest store. Beautiful place. Too bad it was overcast with the fog rolling in tonight, but I can imagine the entire outdoor seating area packed on a warm sunny day, or balmy evening, with cool ocean breezes. Prime location. Decor: I love the circular XLB steam container theme throughout the main dining (ceilings and booths.) Very cool. I also love the high ceiling with frosted glass panels to allow natural light. Though it was too cold to sit outside, I look forward to coming back during the day for lunch. Have lunch then spend the day around the SM Pier boardwalk, or 3rd Street.Promenade 1 block away. The food was as consistent as usual. The 5 of us ordered a lot of food. 20+ dishes. See photos. Looks familiar because the food is consistent. The service was very good. Golan was our waiter. Great smile and service. They've only been open since Valentine's Day, and DTF is reservations only right now. But I heard they're working on opening up for walk-ins in. April.