TIMBER & SALT

Where: 881 Middlefield Road, Redwood City Contact: 650-362-3777, www.timberandsalt.com Hours: 4:30 p.m. until late Tuesday-Saturday; brunch Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.2:30 p.m.

Cuisine: Eclectic comfort food Prices: Entrees $17-$28 Vegetarian: A few options like the Buffalo cauliflower appetizer or the gnocchi main dish.

Beverages: Seasonally driven cocktails, craft beers and a small but thoughtful wine list.

Reservations: Recommended, though most seating is set aside for walk-ins.

Noise level: Medium Parking: Plenty of paid garage spots nearby.

Kids: There are a few things kids will eat, like fries, and the staff seems happy to accommodate them, but overall this spot is better for an adult night out.

Pluses: A good place to grab pre- or post-theater drinks and bites from a diverse and well-executed appetizer menu. It also has a nice-sized patio ideal for people-watching.

Minuses: Service is slow at times. While many dishes have been improved, some could still be tweaked.

Date opened: September 2015 Policy: Restaurant reviews are conducted anonymously. The Bay Area News Group pays for all meals.

Ratings: Restaurants are rated on a scale of one to four, with four representing a truly extraordinary experience for that type of restaurant.