Fodor's Expert Review The Front Yard

Big hotel restaurants are rarely ever good, let alone adventurous with their dishes, but the Front Yard is one of the very few exceptions. It has one of the best patios in the Valley, which like the hotel is furnished in that retro '70s style that makes you feel like you should linger all day. On that note, there is a rosé-all-day special with purchase of an entrée and a super popular brunch menu that includes hot chicken biscuits and shrimp and grits, as well as all the expected eggs and granolas. The menu changes regularly and might include short-rib pot pie and a variety of delicious vegan flatbreads. Order the Valley fried chicken with a sweet and spicy chili sauce and mac n’ cheese to share family-style.