The Third Eye - Millbrae

Very Good Food, mediocre service read more Very Good Food, mediocre service

We dined here based on previous reviews. It was a Sunday evening and virtually empty. We were told it was the end of happy hour so I ordered a rum and tonic; co... read more We dined here based on previous reviews. It was a Sunday evening and virtually empty. We were told it was the end of happy hour so I ordered a rum and tonic; couldn't drink it as the tonic was flat. We ordered a braised lamb shank, lamb saag, and eggplant in tomato sauce. The eggplant was good, the saag was just ok, not very flavorful. The lamb shank was a real disappointment; it should have been falling off the bone and instead it was very tough, we sort of had to hack it off the bone. When we mentioned this to the server he looked completely shocked, muttered something and then disappeared. We never saw him again. The accompaniments were basmati rice and naan. The naan was good but the rice was dry as dust. I would say this restaurant has been overrated. We would not come back.

Recently we were looking for a place to meet our son for dinner. I checked out Millbrae as it was about halfway between where we each live. We all love Indian f... read more Recently we were looking for a place to meet our son for dinner. I checked out Millbrae as it was about halfway between where we each live. We all love Indian food and the Himalayan twist was a nice surprise. The food was delicious, the staff very friendly and even the chairs were comfortable! From the standard chicken tikka masala to the goat curry everything was amazing. Our waiter was great about suggesting new items to try and there wasn't a bad choice among our dishes. Get several items and share for the full experience.

We went to the Third Eye because it was near the hotel where we were staying, and we love Indian food. We were extremely pleasantly surprised. The food was grea... read more We went to the Third Eye because it was near the hotel where we were staying, and we love Indian food. We were extremely pleasantly surprised. The food was great; the portions, generous; and the servers were friendly, helpful and efficient. The decor isn't the high point, but with food and service this good, who cares? Great place! I would definitely go again.

Enjoyed dinner here. Staff was friendly and professional. Food was flavorful and cooked perfectly. Cocktail menu could use an overhaul and be a little more upsc... read more Enjoyed dinner here. Staff was friendly and professional. Food was flavorful and cooked perfectly. Cocktail menu could use an overhaul and be a little more upscale and creative to match the food. The bar and dining room are far enough apart that it's not disruptive in any way. Will be back to try more of the abundant and varied menu.