id,text,label
22969,"I have been coming to Dom's restaurants for years now. Excellent Cuban food, particularly then tapas, at very reasonable prices considering the location on Bloomfield Ave in Montclair. Service is always great and the food consistently good. The décor and music add to the experience. I prefer to sit outdoors when possible as you feel you are almost in Havana. I know the big draw back for everyone is the wait. I could tell you how to get seated quicker but I don't want to wait, sorry.",real
38463,"So many thanks to the friends who introduced me to BCD Tofu house. I came here with a large group after a night of going out. At the time, the food seemed magical. I've been back since then and am happy to report that the food is still wonderfully delicious when sober. All of the korean classics are great here (ex: bulgogi, bibimbap, and seafood panjeon). The tofu soups are also especially good. My current favorite in K-town!",real
46737,"I really enjoyed the food.  I did however, have a little bit of a problem with the hipster vibe and the odd layout of the menu.  The improper use of Italian by some hipster girl who was being so radically boho when she created it on her Mac made it a little confusing.  I don't like needing to have to ask for or need a menu explained to me. That was the only issue I had. The fried artichokes and ricotta cheese were great before we had our pizza. Normally I am pizza purist and just prefer cheese.  However, in this joint I had to go with something a little different.  We had mushroom and zucchini and the crust was nice and crispy. Another bonus was the subway door artwork in the basement next to the restrooms.",real
2397,"Grumpy cliental, a mediocre cheesesteak, and high prices sum up the Geno's experience. One of the better tourist traps, but that's not saying a lot. If you have the crave, it will get the job done but not very well. Bigger, better, and cheaper steaks can be purchased at most other South Jersey pizza shops and bars. Don't say I didn't warn you.",real
38442,"Recently went to BCD Tofu House with some friends. I've been hearing about this place for some time. Finally got to check it out with a small group of Yelpers. The decor is spacious, with three levels of eating delight. What I noticed from the menu is that there are 5 levels of spiciness which is plain, mild, regular, hot, danger. This is the first time that I saw such a thing, so that is rather unique from all the other K-Town restaurants on the strip. I went with the mixed soondubu seafood which had baby clams, mussels, shrimp and bulgogi beef. I chose the hot spiciness level. It was just right for me. Someone else who had the danger tried my broth and she said their's was just as spicy. So that means the danger had been toned down.The hot tofu came out in the little pot and was presented a bit different than what I'm used to seeing where the tofu pieces are smaller. Here the pieces are larger and that was a good thing. As far a banchan or the Korean side dishes, they give you a mini whole fried fish per person. To me, it was full of bones. All in all, there wasn't enough banchan or Korean side dishes. There was a little bit of radish kimchi and cabbage one, sweet beans, bean sprouts, and sliced cucumbers. The service didn't stand out for me, but that's the case with many of the K-Town restaurants. I would go back with a group of friends because it's the company also that usually makes a great meal.",real
14995,"Noise level perfect if you are not up for understanding what your brunch partner(s) have to say. Wait is great if you're not starving, have time to kill and the weather is warm. If you discovered you acutely dropped your serum sodium to a dangerously low level that requires rapid correction, go for the kale salad. Promising layout inside. Pop-tarts if you are nostalgic for days back in your trailer home.",real
31606,"I had a so so experience the first time i was here but after returning i must say i was much more impressed.  they boast they have a better beer list than brauhaus which just isnt true.  with that being said, i find that their prices are more reasonable.  liters of paulaner pils, franziskaner hefe, kostritzer schwarzbier and hofbrau original are all like $10-11.  These are normally $14+ or so at frankford hall/brauhaus.  We had the pretzel bites which came out with two mustards which were both outstanding, one of which made me cry it was so spicy. All in all we had a great time and I'll be back for more $10 liters soon!",real
29051,"A bunch of mixed reviews on here (really high and low) Pros: 1.  Eaten here twice, lunch and dinner on travels.  Both times I thought the food was awesome.  I stuck with the large plates, apparently people have some bad vibes on the small stuff. 2.  Bar/wine selection is solid if you want to try new things you can get a few things to enjoy. 3.  Staff is super friendly.  Both times people talked, made suggestions, etc...   Cons: 1.  Wait staff is pretty laid back.  Common thing I get in french places run by french people.  If you wave someone down they don't seem to have a problem but they always appear busy and not running to tables like at a normal place.  I wouldn't go here in a bind for time.",real
10542,"I order takeout literally three times a week!! My FAVOURITE indian food, by a mile!! I love their extra spicy chicken tika and garlic nan SOOOO GOOD",real
12840,The Chicken Pio is amazing! I would also recommend the rice and beans and salchipapas!,real
31257,"New Haven has many great restaurants and this is one of them. If you are into you're cheeses then this is the place for you.   Last fall I discovered my all time favorite meal 'orangina brined duck'. I have seriously had mouthwatering dreams about it since, so I was a little sad they didn't bring it back this year. This years beer version was good but nothing to write home about. They have a nice selection of wine as well as a good variety of local and imported beers. The specials are always a great option if you want to try something new. I find the grilled cheese dish to be a little over rated. However that being said it's a good dish for sharing. Caseus is definitely worth a visit but make a reservation beforehand because waiting over an hour for a table isn't unheard of for this place.",real
41567,"This is a nice bar with some good craft beers.  I love my craft beers, so anyplace that doesn't have Bud on tap is good with me.  I've had the burger there and it is always pretty good and usually cooked just right. It's a great place to come and get some drinks and just chill with some friends.",real
40789,Absolutely great sandwiches and tons of other prepared foods and Italian specialties that are delicious.  My only suggestion would be that they change their bread (preferably to Nicolo's).  Then it would be 5 stars.,real
38029,how nice service in there. My family was so happy with the server and foods. I been there many time and I always happy with that place.,fake
19026,Attention  all vegetarians it's time to head down to Washington Sq.park for some good old Dosa from the Dosa Man. The Dosa Man won best food cart from the vendy awards  It's simple a lentl bean crepe with potatoe or vegetables. Yummy!  Long live The Dosa Man.,real
10084,"Came here with a friend to celebrate him finishing his first year at a job. He got this delicious sausage pasta dish while I got this chicken breast dish. The sausage dish had many layers of flavors and texture, being mildly spicy and savory and juicy, while the chicken dish was pretty much grilled chicken in one dimension. Pretty pricey, with mediocre to good food, and lovely ambiance and excellent service. Would probably not come here again unless a friend specifically wanted to try this place.",real
476,"I really do not understand how this place has gotten so many good reviews on here or open table, how I originally found out about this place. Our waiter rushed us through our meal from the moment we sat down. Mussels were not good- half of them did not open and the rest were un-fresh and tasted bad. The ""spicy broth"" they were in was oily. When I told the waiter about the mussels and tried to send them back he took the dish and just walked away. We were charged for them... Egg omelette was very bland. Bathroom was filthy, smelled,hot and floor was VERY unclean. I was extremely disappointed by the poor service and food. I would not go back here. The placed was filled with younger people and young couples on dates.. maybe they just don't know any better.",real
42107,"Being new to the neighborhood, I was very excited to try a place that had the potential to be a great ""go-to"" spot with friends. Sweet Afton most certainly did not let me down. They have a pretty solid beer selection (I'm a fan of any place with Ommegang on tap), and while I didn't try any of the cocktails, the drinks the bartender made looked FANTASTIC. I would label the food selection as being in the realm of comfort foods, as in, don't bother trying to eat here if you're on a diet. I tried the macaroni and cheese, which was just gooey deliciousness and baked with a slight crust on top. My date had the hamburger with Irish cheddar, and I have to say, it was one of the most flavorful burgers I've ever had. Aside from the food, Sweet Afton has a vibe that is 100x more enjoyable than that of the lounges in the area. Great music selection, cool people, awesome place. This will indeed be my go-to place!",real
42610,Am I allowed to say what I ordered was a little too chocolaty? I ordered the blintz but there was just an overwhelming amount of chocolate that it was just like eating strait up chocolate. The other person I was with really enjoyed their meal though and the drinks were quite good as well. So I remain a bit neutral at the moment!,fake
5975,Amazing food and drinks. Only problem is its a tiny place so if it's crowded you might need reservations and you will be defiantly sitting on top of others. Please don't go and be the loud drunk. Thanks!,real
22751,Great family restaurant for adults! Mature staff and oasis atmosphere. Everything tastes good.,fake
9550,"Bagels are delicious, so is the light veggie cream cheese and lox spread. They offer whole wheat everything bagels, which seems to be a commodity. The only reason I give this place four instead of five stars is because a couple of times, they've given me a wheat bagel instead of a whole wheat everything bagel, which is annoying. The bagels and cream cheese are worth it though.",real
44862,"This was our first visit to Eno Terra.  Went on a Monday night to celebrate son's birthday.  Restaurant was reasonably crowded, even on a Monday evening.  Was really impressed with the entire experience, from the hostess, to the very down to earth waitress, to the thoughtfully prepared food.  Some more traditional menu items mixed in with some excellent twists.  I started with a delicious, fresh heirloom tomato salad with crisp capers.  Perfect.  My husband and son had a mixed salami and cheese platter, which was both ample and delicious.  We had three different pasta dishes, all a bit different and all delicious.  We will defiinitely include this on our list of places to return.",real
7206,"The Lobster Mac N' Cheese at this place is amazing! (be forewarned that is not actually Macaroni pasta). But the dish is creamy and delicious, can't get enough of it! I really enjoyed the decor, upstairs they have hanging baskets as seats and it is really fun to sit and swing in them, but they can be overly comfy and could possibly lead you to falling asleep in them. The service I had when I went was amazing, the waiter was giving advice on what drink goes best with what dish and as as result I had their Green Tea martini that was rimmed with I believe it was ginger and sugar, it was delicious, sweet, crisp and refreshing! It is a two-floor restaurant and has some awesome bars on both the top and bottom floors and the bathrooms are downstairs. The bathrooms are interesting, they have 2-way mirrors, so when you are at the sink washing your hands, the people coming into the bathroom can see you on the other side...but not to worry, the mirrors are nowhere near the stalls! The salads are delicious and well, I really am a fan of the food, although I must admit that it is a pricey place to eat, but it is well worth the stop.",real
36963,"I'm giving 2 stars because though I have been going there for years and love this place,  recently we've found their ""large"" juice is now quite small. And for the money, that's not going to cut it.   At first we thought it was an accident to be served such a small glass and we didn't say anything (though we should have). But my husband returned and ordered a large and got the same little glass. This is too bad because the food is always good and service is usually speedy.  Sometimes there is a wait and other times we end up getting there with perfect timing.   If you don't usually get juice, this change won't affect you. But for us, it's robbery to be charged well over $3 for barely 8 oz of juice. There is a difference between making a profit and robbing your customers. Thumbs down to The Stack",real
33067,"Little Fish was quite little, indeed, but it was very good and I would definitely return.  For those of you with food allergies or limitations, they were SO receptive to helping me with my gluten free diet selections.  The menu is small but everything is fresh and cooked right there.  It's not the most romantic spot - my friend and I left smelling literally like fish cooking smell - but we didn't really care because the food was very good.  We had coconut curry mussels for an appetizer, and we had mahi mahi and bass as our main courses.  Not great for ambiance, but still a cute neighborhood place. I recommend making reservations because its so small you might not get a seat!",real
29225,If I can give this place zero stars I would this place has absolutely the worst food I've ever tasted.. I ordered the jerk chicken with the rice and beans and cabbage and fried bananas the jerk chicken had absolutely no taste the quality of chicken was absolutely disgusting.. Devs hands down is the best Jamaican restaurant in this area..,real
23897,What a way to end the year !   Hell of a meal.this is the place for meat lovers. I recommend the rodizio   Great value and a cool atmosphere.,real
5406,"After hearing about  Underdogs from several friends who work in the city and had checked it out during opening week... I decided to take a bike ride from the burbs on Saturday and see/taste for myself. I was happy to find that it was everything I had heard that it was. Unique. Inexpensive. Delicious. Super friendly environment. And MANY great sausage and hot dog sandwiches to choose from. I no longer think of a hot dog as simply a pork stick... But a canvas to express many different and unique flavors and the themes. From Italian to Mediterranean to Mexican flare. The only hard part was deciding which direction to go. Luckily the staff was extremely helpful in guiding me and explaining the menu and all of the different options (including a plethora of homemade dipping sauces for the perfectly cooked fries). Order the combo... comes with a drink and fries and is a great value. The owner even came over to see how I was enjoying everything... And then went on to tell me about the ingredients and the various local Philly businesses that supply them. I thought that was very cool. Especially for a place called ""Underdogs"" ;) I did hear that there can be a long line at lunch during the week... But that it moves fast and once you place your order, your food comes right up. I will be back soon!",real
1045,its a good steak but way over priced,fake
47005,"Great food, but terrible for large groups! We had reservations for 12-13 people and they would seat us for about an hour because  we were missing 2 people.   What was really strange was they demanded we had to spend 25 dollars per person on food if our party exceeded 10 people. This $25 dollars did not include drinks... which is pretty ridiculous because most entrees on there menu are $10-16. We would of changed restaurants if we were informed about this a month ago when we made the reservations but instead they only informed us 2 days ago... The staff wasnt exactly super attentive either, a few times we needed something it was difficult to get a hold of the waiter. On the other hand, this place has a great atmosphere, the decor is really beautiful. The upstairs has bells covering the ceiling. The food is amazing as well and not one person complained or didn't like their food in our party. I would definitely recommend this place for small groups or couples.",real
29287,"This restaurant is an exquisite dinner for any foodie - vegetarian or omnivore.  One of the best in Vermont.  Perfect for date nights, this is one of my wife's favorites.  Every course is an adventure.  And while its casual I think many dress up a little.  Sit near the fireplace for atmosphere.  Personal attention - excellent service.  Just save some energy for the ride home.",real
34572,"Jason and I both had the giant breakfast burrito. OK let's face it, breakfast burritos might be one of my favorite things on earth but this one was really up there in terms of best burritos I've ever had. Did I mention it was giant? And an excellent ratio of eggs/cheese/potatoes/vegan sausage. I would love to come back and try another of their dishes if I were ever in the area again.",real
24523,"The beer selection is spectacular, and I really appreciate being able to ask the bartenders or waitstaff about the beers and learn something cool. I like the food, the fish + chips are really good, the cuban sandwich is too. Originally it rapidly hipsterized, but it seems the crowd has evened out a bit lately. And there really isn't much else in West Philly that comes close to it in terms of beer selection to price ratio.",real
48014,"Last night we hit up Race Street for some brews after ice skating. The lighting was dim, the fireplace was kicking, and Radiohead was the soundtrack. It was a very comfy place to kick back for a couple hours with friends. We ordered a few dishes and I remain skeptical of the offerings. Buffalo shrimp were a disappointment as they arrived completely naked - no batter or any sort of crunchy coating - and just sort of marinating in buffalo sauce. At least it was a healthy snack! Waters were requested but never brought over to the table, even after a server mentioned he would be back with waters after we asked. Great spot for a beer with friends while in the area, maybe a bite if you know what to order, but probably not a destination.",real
43995,"This is the neighborhood Chinese restaurant. The interior is rather nice, not stark and sticky like in other strip mall Chinese restaurants. Eng, the stanchion waiter of the place is gruff and very sweet at the same time. Their hot and sour soup is really good, I prefer it to other places. And I have a thing for their fried wontons. I love this place. It's kind of comforting. The owner makes it a point to chat with repeat customers. However, just some things to keep in mind: their sauces tend to run on the very sweet side, and the noodles are greasy. some dishes I like there: Shrimp with lobster sauce w/fried rice (dinner combo) Beef chow fun (how do they make their beef so tender?) Yes, it's greasy, but it's comfort food to me. If you're looking for haute, authentic Chinese cuisine, this probably isn't the place.  But it's a good, reliable neighborhood standby.",real
39611,Very good food. Creative menu. but a bit pricey for such small portions. The ambiance is lovely and just right for a dinner in town. We'll go again.,real
39103,The meatballs are good. Try the meatball caesar salad with chicken.,real
25395,"Rotondo's is the place to go to get prepared sandwiches. There are many different sandwiches to choose from, they're prepared fast and I've never had one that wasn't delicious! Also, other prepared foods I've tasted are good and easy to grab for a quick dinner. The employees are always friendly and willing to help with whatever you may need. Rotondo's is my favorite place in town to stop for lunch!",fake
6837,This place is more about atmosphere than the food. Great location and fun atmosphere... Good place to go to share some finger foods with friends. Rooftop is fun for a group. I wish the took reservations...,real
21345,"One of my ultimate fav's for apps and wine or dinner. Try the brushetta. Great salads. Love the gnocchi. Cozy, adorable, conducive to good for conversations. Beautiful wood interior and great little outdoor space in the back in warmer weather only. There are heat lamps outside year round but it's too cold in late fall/winter.",real
16195,"When I penned a review of Cornerstone a couple of days ago and referenced Clinton St. Baking Company, it dawned on me that I hadn't actually ever written a review of CSBC itself. If I had to guess how that happened, it was likely because I was having some sort of all encompassing, postcoital body high after a romp with their blueberry pancakes. They're so good, I don't even feel like a sucker waiting an hour in the cold for a chance to sink my teeth into something as ubiquitous to find as a pancake. But really, these aren't just pancakes - they're otherworldly pillows of enlightenment that make me feel unworthy. If you can't do lines, maybe call in sick during a blizzard on a random Tuesday in February or something? I really have no clue when this place isn't bursting from the seams with jubilant diners, but you deserve to have these decadent bundles of joy in your life somehow or someway.",real
4599,Food is great here. Me and my girlfriend love this place...they have wide variety of pancakes...service is fast...the only problem is the lines at this place on the weekend but they at least they make an effort to make your comfortable while you wait...it is also a bit small in there (hence the 4 stars) but I would recommend this place to anybody who loves a traditional American breakfast,real
38326,"My partner loves her tofu dishes and found this place best met her cravings. She hyped it up so much that by the time I got round to trying it, I had high expectations. In general, I was not disappointed. Since my other half had already sampled most of the tofu dishes on offer, I thought I'd try something which didn't involve tofu, and went with a  standard bulgogi. For a place so highly rated for its tofu, I was in no way left disappointed by the meat. The marinated rib eye was juicy, perfectly cooked and tasted great. My partner, as per her habit, had the tofu with kimchi and pork, which I have to agree was quite lovely. The tofu definitely is worth all the accolades. Prior to mains we had enjoyed the excellent condiments and a scallion pancake. The pancake was a bit bland and ended up being the only disappointment of the night. Pancake aside, everything else was really very good. Service was friendly and everything came quickly. The restaurant is big and divided over two floor, though you may still have to wait a bit as it is very popular. I'd certainly recommend.",real
25127,"After doing my hair, my friend and I began scouring the streets and yelp to find an amazing taco place, we came across five tacos and thank the heavens we did. They were so good, I got the chicken taco and my friend got pulled pork, our taste buds were way beyond satisfied and the sauces they have are equally amazing. I mixed habanero jerk, coconut masala, and chipotle mayo, I also added guacamole, my mouth is watering just thinking of it. I will definitely be back on taco tuesday.",real
46109,Love this place & Love the whole premise of using local farms and organic ingredients - hence the menu is always changing. Perfect stop on the chelsea gallery tour OR if your in the meatpacking why eat at Pastis when this place is only a few blocks north?! Only complaint - chairs are not comfortable.,real
16094,"Hands down the best pancakes I have had so far. I had the spanish egg dish and my friend got the buttermilk sandwich. Both were very tasty, my favorite is the buttermilk sandwich though.. just delicious! Service is great as well. We were told it would take them 1.5hr to seat us but we received a text to notify that they had a table ready for us from the restaurant under 50 minutes. Awesome place!",fake
23445,"I came to Cuban Pete's with my office for a late Holiday lunch. They says they have a parking lot but it's was very small, to the point where no one got a spot at 230 in the afternoon. As for the Décor, it was pretty well themed.  The outside area looks like it would be nice to dine in when it's warmer out. It does feel a little cramped though, one of my coworkers and my boss are in a wheelchair and it was a little tight navigating into the place and to our table. However, the staff was super friendly; everyone was chipper. The food was pretty good. I ordered Pete's Paella, which was good and a fair size portion. I also tried some of the bacon wrapped dates, which were delicious. For dessert, I got the Flan Cubano, which was very good and I tired one of the girls Tres Leches which I would order again.   Overall a good place I would go for lunch, I think if I waited over an hour for dinner as some review indicate, my opinion might change.",real
47028,the best thai/ viet food out of asia! dont ever miss it if u r a foodie like me. im malaysian n been to lots of restaurants and i an say this is my top 10 best in the world!,real
15690,"I went to Il Pittore for the first time last Friday, and I am so ecstatically pleased!  Though I usually take myself out to Parc for a treat, I'd been meaning to check out the new kid on the Stephen Starr block...so here's my review: PreCourse: Bread Prior to my ordering, I was brought a basket of fresh, hot bread, simple and delicious.  The two rosemary pieces were particularly good, and the unsalted butter, with salt sprinkled on by hand, was an excellent move.  I always prefer unsalted, so this was the best of both worlds, and I appreciated that attention to detail. Course 1: Contorni - Winter Squash Agrodolce This was my first agrodolce of any kind - any I've never been a fan of the sweet & sour one experiences with some Asian fare - but this was sublime.  Bright, buttery, bold, and the squash was tender without being mushy!  My palette was tuned, I guessed correctly that it was a butternut squash.  I was informed they've used acorn squash before, which I would enjoy.  Also a good idea: try using kabocha! Course 2: Antipasti - Aragosta e Carciofo I've never had such succulent, perfectly poached lobster.  The claws, in particular, were melt-in-your-mouth good.  The artichoke puree was slightly hard to get on the fork, but otherwise a good foil for the lobster, and the pistachio accent worked well.  I appreciated the micro-greens, but they were a little hard to get on the fork as well.  Perhaps a smaller, salad fork? Course 3: Dessert - Napoleon I almost don't know what to say, this was so good.  From first bite, I had my hand to my mouth in disbelief at the awesome yumminess - just ask my waiter, John, who saw this response from across the room.  The salty-caramel-banana nuggets, layers of mousse and cream, amidst some sort of buttery, flat, pastry medium...possibly the best dessert I've ever had.  No small feat.  I remarked to waiter John that I'd like to take another Napoleon home with me, but I had to draw the line somewhere. Drinks: 1. The Fall of Rum - Flor de Cana Anejo Rum, All Spice Dram, Fresh Lemon Juice, Honey Syrup - really, a perfect drink for me. 2. Buona Vita - Vecchia Romagna Brandy, Combier Cherry, Fresh Lemon Juice, Simple, Angostura Bitters - tasted a little too much like cloves for my liking. Staff: Manager Michael Scibilia was gracious and the consummate professional, and John was a most attentive and warm server, and anticipated my needs.  The other waitstaff were just as attentive, I was given fresh plating and silverware for each course, and an eye was always kept on my water glass. Ambience: Warm, medium-lit, and moderate volume (depending on the surrounding guests).  I requested a table with a good view of the restaurant bustle, and I was pleased. My Only Qualm: Higher price, smaller portions.  It would be easier to go more frequently if the cost was reduced.  But otherwise, this is what a gourmet meal should be - slow, satisfying but not stuffing, and covering all the bases in the most delicious way possible.   I am super-satisfied with my first meal there, and I look forward to my next!",fake
5563,Me and my husband ate here a few weeks ago. Really enjoyed trying something new. We had the Yuca fries as an appertizer. They were pretty simple but surprisingly good. I expected a dry texture but they werent at all. For my meal I ordered the "chicken soul de cuba"  breaded chicken cutlets with a slight coconuty taste. it was toped tasty fruit salsa(which i wish there was more of). Cant remember the name of what my husband ordered. Some kind of pulled pork that  he enjoyed as well. Only complaint we both had about the food was the black beans(to go with the white rice) that are served with most means. I love all kinds of rice and beans including black beans but these had very little flavor or seasoning to them. The resturant itself reminded me of a vacation we took in south america last year. Very small. Nothing fancy but a good feel to it. Wish the staff was a little better. Dont expect a friendly welcome or too many smiles.,fake
24320,"Favorite place in West Philly! The Local 44 Duet is the best beer I've had in a while, and you can't beat the price for happy hour. I've had the beet and quinoa burger three times now, and it still remains my go to (highly recommended). Additionally, it's the perfect place for either a date or a night out with friends - speaks to the greatness of Local 44.",real
39714,"Ehhh I dunno. I have to say this place is always packed so I had to try it. Even when I went, every seat was filled. Cute outdoor seating. Inside seating was freeeeezing with AC. However, not really impressed. The wait staff was nice but... I was expecting spectacular food, which was not delivered. The anti-pasta was VERY underwhelming... mozzerella wasn't even made correctly, no flavoring, totally watery. The grilled veggies were totally plain, no taste. The pizza was good, just really it was just alright. I didn't feel it was neccessary to pay for a gourmet-type pizza when it didnt taste so fabulous. The crust was def. very good; best part of the whole experience here. However, I'd rather just get a regular pizza elsewhere for 10 bucks. There are a million Italian places in this area.. if I'm not wow-ed by one I probably won't go back. And come on, it's called Frank Anthony's, let's be serious and give us some banging flavors and great pizza. Disappointed. O well.",real
6193,"I recently went to this place with a group of friends. I liked how there was a giant picnic tables outside, made it feel very southern in the middle of BK. The wait staff is also very friendly, very casual. I ordered the gruelle & mushroom mac and cheese with a side of collard greens (at the insistence of one of my friends) to try it out. I feel in love with the mac and cheese, and although was hesitant to try the collard greens (I usually don't like collard greens) I was surprised at how delicious it was. My friends ordered pulled pork, and ribs, and they loved their food. The saying goes ""you know the food is good when people just shut up and eat"" and that's what we were doing! great place, great food, great ambiance.",real
7373,"So I have an old friend from High School who grew from a young hi-roller into a slightly older hi-roller.  When we started hanging out again, he had selected a few spots in Philly to make his stomping gronds, and got to become very good friends with the folks there...and he picked the Conty Midtown as his restaurant of choice.  Now, I have been to the Conty for dinner, dates, drinks on the roofdeck, and most recently, to try the new menu.  I'd say I know the place well enough so far. FIRST IMPRESSIONS/ATMOSPHERE: It's a Stephen Starr, so it's bound to impress even the most jaded and discriminative of eyes with its setting.  There are two floors, the top floor is adourned with 2-tops and hanging woven chairs, the bottom floor is anchored by a sunken area of 4 larger circular tables known as the pit.  From the ceiling hang a series of circular lamps that remind me of bokeh effect photography, eminating a soft, warm golden glow.  The clientele is often young professionals, couples on a dates, obnoxiously loud groups of young women on a ""girls night out,"" but almost entirely intended for people to get together and relax in a sociable and upbeat setting.  I wasn't a big fan of the music they had playing in the background, they ought to bring me in to mix up some better tunes. THE FOOD: They often encourage sharing with their smaller and seemingly cheaper (until you see the bill) dishes, some are good for sharing, others notsomuch, but there are a lot of creative bites, like the lobster mac n cheese, shrimp pil pil, and shoestring cut french fries.  HINT: get the shrimp pil pil, then when you're finished and you have a delicious pool of garlic and olive oil, dip the fries in it!  I also enjoyed the lamb flatbread, although that could have been a bit larger for the price.  Desserts are also not to be missed, they come in smaller sizes as well, to allow you to try more than one thing...highly recommend the Blond Bombshell. THE DRINKS: The Conty positions itself as a martini bar, so you can expect that the same lighthearted approach to the food will be applied to their drinks.  Some might say it's a little too light-hearted, but my friends and I are confident enough of our own masculinity to drink something that has candy in it and is a pastel color...that won't stop us from hitting the Johnny blue at some point, however.  The only thing I don't like is getting surprise sugar rings around the rim of my glass, they usually just end up dripping and making a mess on my face and hands.  That aside, there really are a good range of choices in here, you've got your classics to contend with the less adventurous tastes, the fruity ones to challenge the adventurous, and then a full selection of other beverages.  I recently tried a new one from their old-timer drink selections, which I interpreted as their paying homage to the drinks from the early 20th century...the name of the drink escapes me and hasn't been updated on the website, but it has Hennessy in it...gotta admit it felt nice to be ""on the 'yac."" THE SERVICE: Service here is all pretty friendly across the board, from the hostesses to the waitors, who are enthusiastic about your dining experience and will make recommendations where given the chance, often to your liking. THE ROOFDECK: There is an entirely separate dimension of the Conty, tailored toward attracting the same crowd but with a different offering, this time a more bar/loungey feel.  There is a fairly large (but often over-crowded) bar in a covered area that is adorned by a fireplace and a circular sitting area.  Outside on the deck are tables and more seating, and they will sometimes bring out a DJ, although more often than not, you'll get no music you can hear, just the vibrant chatter of the very lively crowd.  It gets surprisingly crowded surprisingly often.  This is my ideal early night spot, before I go to wherever I am going that night...makes a great rendezvous as an entrance to Rittenhouse as well. PRICING: As mentioned earlier, the menu prices are very digestible, it's not until you get a load of your bill that the price will hit you...but then again, compared to other Starr Restaurants, it's not out of line, and it's certainly not out of line with the quality, at least not in my opinion.  It would be nice if they could find a way to entice folks with sales or specials however; one thing I forgot to mention about both menus is that they remain relatively static, although they are updated once in a while. THE BOTTOM LINE: There is very little I don't like about the Continental Midtown, it's not perfect, but a whole lot can be said in favor of the dining experience they offer-- atmosphere, food and drinks are all unique and sport enough taste to give you a reason to want to come back, even possibly make it your main restaurant like my buddy.",real
41646,"Great food. Brunch Irish Breakfast roll is amazing.  Very nice service staff and when things slow down a bit due to immense volume they handle it with have and charm. Well definitely be back. Update: new Chef has gotten rid of the amazing Irish Breakfast. So disappointing. The rest of the Food has been great, but I craved this dish and miss it. Hope they reconsider. Maybe a weekend special? Please?",real
44343,"This is an small restaurant in Little Italy and worth a visit.  My family of 3 arrived 30 minutes early for our reservation and they accommodated us by seating us right away and later moved us to the window location which was great.  My husband had the 4 course dinner which he really enjoyed and my son and I had pesto pasta.  The servings are a good size and the taste was good.  Our waiter was very attentive and brought everything on time, no complaints, if anything we were pleasantly surprised! After dinner you can walk down to a cute little dessert spot selling ""World famous cannolis and gelato"" about 1 block down.  We would come back here on our next visit to New York City.",real
15325,"My go-to dinner spot in the EV (which doesn't say too much because I've yet to encounter a restaurant that blows my mind around here). The kale salad is my regular and the scallop special that I had one night was to die for. The fish is always well seasoned and the pastas are typically fresh and well portioned. I've only sat at the booth in the back, so don't have the same complaints of noise/cramped quarters-- just request the same and you should be content!",real
6843,"None of the food was great, it was all meh and the Thai chicken skewers had absolutely no flavor. Extremely disappointing. Atmosphere on a Thursday evening was an odd cross between families, an after work cocktail crowd and conference attendees. Definitely worth a visit for a cocktail and a bite but not for a full on dining experience.",real
26347,"My friends and I were told to go here for bunch during a girl's weekend. We called before we left our hotel, thinking the wait would be 30-45 minutes, and were told there was an hour and a half wait. We walked over and waited in the area before FINALLY getting our table. I will say if you know the system (calling in way in advance) the wait time is very accurate. I saw some groups walk right in, because they had their name on the list. Once we were seated we were extremely hungry and expecting the best brunch we've ever had. The meal started off well with their delicious challah stuffed french toast, but unfortunately our brunch entrees were not on the same level. My sister's omelet was bland (it was from the Hunger Games special menu). I myself ordered the Huevos Rancheros, which tasted nothing like Huevos Rancheros. The menu explained it was a twist on the traditional, but I did not think it tasted good at all, and was also pretty bland. My other friend's omelet was decent, and our friend who got a sandwich enjoyed her meal. This leads me to believe that their lunch options are better. Basically, the meal was decent, and we probably would have been pleased if there was not such a long wait.",real
42150,"I'm totally sweet on Sweet Afton. Awesome selection of beers on tap: Kelso, Abita Amber, Chimay... mmmm to many to remember. (Maybe i need to drink less next time!) Sweet Afton is the kind of bar that feels comfortable and neighborhood-y without being a ""town-y"" bar. The crowd is friendly and so are the bartenders. And yes, the rumors are true: The fried pickles are definitely as good as it gets!",real
49958,"Came here on a Saturday afternoon with some out of town family looking for a fun time while our kids were being minded.   Right in the heart of West Hartford Center, we walked by any number of times in the summer when the patio was setup, but we decide to come now when in the dead of winter...because we are SMRT Smart!  Anyways, showing up in the dead of winter at noon on a Sunday meant no problems grabbing a table.  Wasn't completely dead and continually became more lively during our time there.   Place prides itself on a fun, family style type service where you pencil in your table order on cards, set out a card to alert your server for service and then food comes out as it is ready.  Great concept for sharing and fun times within a group setting.  Nice décor as they shoot for a Mexican beach cantina with blues and whites.  Could also be fun for a casual / first date, but if you're looking for something more serious and refined, look elsewhere. Service was awesome.  Very fun and knowledgeable server.  Up to speed on everything from beers to tequilas to apparently, different breeds of plantains (seriously).  Kept the service lively and always there very quickly to grab an updated order and offer ordering advice. Drinks were good, small, and pricey.  Actually, the same can be said for the food.  Inventive cocktail and food choices that are well executed...Tacos with Falafel, Wild Boar, and Duck (all very tasty btw).   But you are going to find that while a taco seems inexpensive at $2.5 / $3.5 a pop, they add up quick when you need to go through 4-5 to feel like you've had a meal...and everything is a la carte (plantains, corn, guac, etc.)...Margaritas are made with very fresh and quality ingredients but served in a low ball glass with large ice cubes...Nice presentation, but not a lot of liquid to consume... Would I come again?  Most certainly...But now that my expectations are set for dropping $100 per couple, I can plan accordingly for my next trip.",real
10321,The White Dog over charges and under delivers. You are better off just going for a few drinks.,real
41275,"I came back to this place over the weekend for dinner and we received the same great service. I am giving this place 3.5 stars but would round it on 4. We ordered a pitcher of sangria but came up very watery... I think they put way too much ice in the pitcher... When I talked to the manager he agreed to take the sangria back without charging us and I ordered some mojitos instead which were very delicious. We started the dinner with their excellent seviche appetizer. I would highly recommend this appetizer, and although is a bit pricier than the other appetizers it's well worth it..An excelent combination of Avocado, Fresh Tomatoes, Fresh Seafood and Lemon Juice... MMMmmm For main dish we ordered the Ropa Vieja and the Grilled Chicken marinated in some spices. Both plates were prepared very well and we had a great overall  dining experience. This is a small place and it seems like they are always busy, so you might need to wait for a few extra minutes but it all works out quite well. I wish this place was a bit closer to where I live so I can come more often.",real
38039,"Just really,really good korean food. LA kalbi plate, seafood pancake and soondubu.! I always leave feeling satisfied,not to full,no matter what I ate.The dishes are very hearty and healthy. Service was good and friendly staff.",fake
37289,"My wife and I love this place--whenever we're down there to catch a movie and every other place is overflowing with people, we can almost always get a quiet table in Sassafras by the fire place.  Great beer selection--even more so considering what bars surround it.",real
15707,"Whenever you can use the phrase ""the best"" you know a place is amazing.  If you just had a glass of wine and their bread basket you would be happy.   I found the highs to be extremely high, which is what I will focus on. The highs: -atmosphere is fantastic.  An urban gem. -service is phenomenal -the bread and pasta are to die for -pricing is quite reasonable for the freshness and quality of the food I had a couple minor lows that I will attribute my personal tastes and preferences.  I thought the baked ricotta with plum was too sweet and needed something to balance out the plum.  I felt the peach upside down cake had an odd texture and didn't pair well with the berry sauce and sorbet as some other options. I consider these nitpicks that are specific to my palette .  just to repeat myself - ignore your no carb diet.  Feast on their bread and pasta.  Both are fresh and AMAZING.",real
34363,Red velevet pancakes and the crem brulee french toast are the best.  I have been here three times since posting the review and each time I would give the food=5 stars and service=2 stars.  The service is always consistently TERRIBLE but the FOOD is just so good I can't stop coming back!,fake
45972,"Went there this morning for brunch.  Was highly recommended, and a crowd definitely appeared after around 12:00pm or so.  I almost ordered the Huevos Rancheros (which looked awesome) but went all out for the Burger which was fantastic.  You'll definitely want to make reservations, and you'll definitely want to get there before your reservation is due or else you'll most likely miss out.",real
25053,"Definitely, DEFINITELY coming to this place any time I'm hungry in east village and looking for a place to grab a quick bite. I ordered three of the tacos and my gf ordered a quesadilla. The tacos weren't too impressive, but they got the job done. The pulled pork is meh, the spicy chorizo is amazing though...but only because it's spicy. I think my main complaint was the shell of the taco itself. It was flimsy and didn't really pack as much crunch as I'd like....but then again, it was just a soft shell taco. The quesadilla, on the other hand, was perfect. No bullshit. Just meat and cheese. And it was DELICIOUS. Really excited to try this place again in the future.",real
23964,"Gosh, I really wanted things to be different. Indeed the food is just like any other Portuguese restaurant, but I love the atmosphere, and the service was excellent. The food was slightly above average.  I had the  special, which consisted of a meal with a glass of wine and  dessert from the selected menu for about $15.99 or  so. It was a great deal and you get more than you bargained for.  I had a sirloin with potatoes and a cheese sauce plus vegetables. The sirloin steak was pretty tough for medium well and average tasting, but the sides were excellent. The potatoes were shredded thinly, seasoned well, and the cheese cause gave it a nice kick, and went well with the steak and vegetables. For me, the steak needed more to it, so I am glad I had the sauce.   On to the drinks. Great!  In addition to my house wine, I had white and red  sangria. The white sangria had more flavor than the red, but both were good, and had a nice cocktail kick. The dessert was delicious. I had cookies and cream layered in a glass. The cream was not overwhelmingly sweet but rich with a nice thick texture. It was a vanilla or sugar type cookie crushed in, and I was so happy it wasn't chocolate. Overall, I really enjoyed myself, and would come back and try something new. One of the few places in this area with a parking lot. It was free for lunch anyway- so that was a plus for me.",real
25207,"Wing. Beans. Admittedly, this review comes about a month after I've been, but I still think about that dish they had. It was a special with Wing Beans. They were perfectly spiced, the texture was immaculate, and it made my belly happier than it's ever been. To be honest with you, I can't remember the other dishes because I was so enamoured with this. Are they on the regular menu now? I do hope so. The food was delicious in general. Perfect amount of spice tailored to your needs. The presentation was also beautiful without being stuffy. Sevice was impeccable. Again, without it being super upscale fine dining, the staff was friendly from the host to the server, and even the chefs and superbly attentive without being overbearing. It was a great mix of casual with that special element that reminds the patron they're gracious for you being there. On top of that, I loved the special elements on their menu that gives background into Thai culture and specific meanings of words or how to enjoy a dish. This restaurant is the whole experience. Amazing service, amazing food, and lovely cultural background. We would go back in a heartbeat. It's definitely one if those restaurants you want to bring your out of town friends and family to.",real
15430,"Great. Usually places where you can't book bug me but for some reason this place doesn't. The food is exceptional and the waitstaff really know the menu. The roast chicken and chicken thigh sandwich are both fantastic, as is the gnocchi, regardless of how they're serving it that day. Cute place, nice vibe, love it.",real
19292,"Great place! Nice beer selection, excellently diverse jukebox and very good po boys and cheesefries.",fake
37026,First of all it's in the airport so I didn't expect much. I was surprised! The food was cooked to order and the service was pretty quick which at an airport is very important. Looks like a diner with a menu to match which in Jersey fits the bill. If you've got 1/2 hour or so to kill and you're hungry for some good comfort food at resonable prices then this won't disappoint. Way better than a wrap or sandwich that's been behind glass like a museum exihibt for who knows how long. Thumbs up for the diner!,real
11542,"Blue Ribbon is one of my favorite late night dinner spots....but expect to wait. To my knowledge, they do not take reservations...and when you get the drunk (and expensive) munchies, Blue Ribbon will come to mind. It's very small and quaint, and despite the sloshed people (aka ME) that come in obnoxiously at 2am wanting duck and steamed artichoke, the staff is friendly and accommodating. Food is great, although I would like to come here sober for once so I could give them 5 true stars. Service, decor, everything was great. Worth the wait, well worth it every time.",real
24666,"Outstanding restaurant. Have been here many times and have never been disappointed. It's the only place around that serves schnitzel and spätzle. They have an exceptional menu full of unique dishes and incorporate many seasonal items. If you're looking to try something different, consider something from their game menu. I've enjoyed the duck and bison. Hoping to try the ostrich sometime soon. Also, the desserts are out of this world if you have room. I recommend the lava cake and any of their sundaes. A great place for special occasions!",real
16155,"After much wait (literally two hours in the cold) and anticipation, I was hugely disappointed by the overall-hype on Clinton Street Baking Company. The famous buttermilk fried chicken was bland and totally over-rated. Blueberry pancake, however, was surprisingly delightful... and the banana cream pie with chocolate filling inside was nicely done because it added a layer of depth to the dessert. Minus the wait and fried chicken, I'd say everything else was pretty good. Overall, 3.38592 stars.",real
23083,"i will rate 4 stars only because the schematic's of this restaurant needs to get redone as people are bundled up like ants on top of each other when waiting to seat!!! the service however thats 5 stars the waiters are super nice and worth every $ they get! the food? well i must say if i lived next door to this place i would eat here everyday!  every single bite of my plate was worth it! super delish!! the party i was with ordered different dishes and all had good things to say about there plates! i would definitely comeback and order all the appetizer's! make sure to bring your own bottle of wine to go with there amazing sangria! overall a great experience just make sure you come here right after lunch to prepare your belly while its full for a long wait, but well worth waiting for. try not to use your phone as there isn't much space to use it. can feel like a subway :) CHEERS!",real
8139,"So so good. Loved everything from the fresh warm pita, to the octopus, jumbo shrimp and the best Greek salad ever!",real
14879,"Lovely environment. Food is good but could use a dash more seasoning.  Very solid though. Would be perfect for a date if you can get one of the nook tables,",fake
17210,"The food and service are good here, but I didn't think they were worth the wait. I liked the hashbrowns and the eggs were done perfectly. The buttermilk biscuit was too much like bread and not really like a biscuit. The ham was dry and not very distinctive. The lemonade was a little watered down. I was a little disappointed and probably won't go back unless I happen to catch a time with no line.",real
2510,"Geno, you are not american.   I'm probably not the first to say this nor will I be the last.   Your steaks are good, but I will not go back due to your preference to be a jerk to non-locals.   AND - your bike shop sucks....",real
27567,"Slammin!  5 star service, 5 star drinks, 5 star food. My only negative for the place is more a dream . . .  I wish it had more vegetarian or pescetarian options, as i could live there . . . but would get tired of eating the few options i have there after about a month.",real
25942,"This. restaurant. is. amazing. Jadis is in a quiet location on Rivington Street just a few minutes away from where I live. It was recommended to me by someone on Yelp and so my roommate and I decided to stop in one evening after class. The ambience is lovely. The first room is all exposed brick and the lighting is dim. The tables are old and wooden and there are seats right in front of the windows. The meal we ate there was perfect. We ordered a little dish of assorted olives and some red wine. Wine by the glass is relatively inexpensive here: I paid 6$ for mine and my roommate's turned out to be 8$. The pace of the meal was wonderful, too. My roommate and I had a nice leisurely conversation with our wine and olives and the food came out just exactly when we were ready for it. I ordered the Oscar salad, which is the perfect autumn salad with roasted pumpkin and (i believe) goat cheese and a grilled chicken breast. My roommate ordered a sandwich and was equally pleased by her choice. This place is to die for. Everything you could want for a quiet night to catch up with a friend over wine and delicious (inexpensive!!) food, or the perfect romantic spot for a date night.",real
40004,"One of our local favs - great guac, delicious salads, enchiladas, steaks, excellent drinks and fantastic staff.  Big plus is they are open late night for that last call before bed.  Only downside is it gets quite packed on the weekends but def. worth the wait.",fake
36561,"I stopped here, having never seen this place before, after missing my stop on the Blue Line. I was pretty cranky: it was a wet, mucky day, and I was running behind. Lovers and Madmen helped fix my mood. Nice service and the best soy cappuccino I've had in a long time. (I think they were using unsweetened soy milk, which may have worked in their favor.) I also appreciated their well-organized, environmentally-friendly means of adding accoutrements. I'm sort of a germophobe, but even I was down with their super clean-looking display of used and unused spoons. Price wasn't particularly low, but wasn't outrageous at all. Recommended.",real
15110,"Northern Spy Food Co, what a strange name for a restaurant.  When I was first told of this place, I was expecting some sort of strange spy themed restaurant.  Little did I know that Northern Spy is actually a NY State apple.  The restaurant itself is very small and the kitchen itself is incredibly tiny.  We were seated near the rear where they have two larger group tables.  The  table was actually so small that I had to sit sideways to the table to avoid bumping knees with my girlfriend.   I ordered the smoked trout as my entree.  Unfortunately the skin of the trout was removed and it was fully deboned, the way I hate being served fish.  Although it's labeled as a smoked fish, I couldn't really tell any smokiness and in fact it felt more like a poached fish.  Without the dill, it would have been a pretty boring dish.  The spinach in my opinion was a little over salted.  I will say however the fish was cooked amazingly, it was very tender, flakey, and I suppose taken as a fully composed dish it was acceptable.  The service was very good from both the kitchen and waitstaff and I was also impressed that the waitstaff knew the exact preparation of dishes when asked.  Be aware that the prices are high and the plates are small.  Even though I didn't think the dish was amazing, I would still be willing to give this place another chance.",real
14090,"I really don't know why i've never been to this place before.  I guess we just head to chinatown for chinese and Washington Ave for our Vietnamese.  We couldn't really enjoy ordering what ever we pleased because were trying to eat healthier and make better choices.   I loved how this place was clean and did not feel like quick grab bite Viet place; more like an actual restaurant.  This would be a nice place to take out guests or first timers of Vietnamese cuisine.   I wish we could've tried their famous cocktail drink.  We did indulge in some grilled shrimp on skewers.  They were delicious.  I ordered a pho noodle seafood soup.  It was kind of bland.  I ended up taking it home.  They did add extra soup for me, however i never ate it anyway.  The bf got a bowl of pho.  He enjoyed how the size of this bowl was perfect; not your  typical jumbo size.  I def gotta come back here and check out the rest of the menu.",real
20538,"I am a huge fan of Uva- have been here for both brunch and dinner, it's rare for me to repeat a restaurant. For brunch I had an apple pancake that was scrumptious but heavy. I came back for dinner with my boyfriend (no wait!) and we were seated downstairs, which is darker but still romantic, if a bit cramped. My boyfriend was not a fan of the service- still full from lunch, he ordered an appetizer for his meal, and the waitress tried to pressure him into getting an entree. She also came back to the table within seconds of leaving the check- in their defense, it had gotten busier and they are just pushing for table turnover. I would go back, definitely! I ordered a pesto pasta.",real
32263,"Great Thai food. I had the spicy basil with noodles and chicken. Place was quick and cheap. Pre dinner before the show for my cousin and I was around 40. Place only has around ten tables but I saw a lot of take out orders and the waiters and waitress were great, responsive and very nice! I will absolutely go back!",real
43130,"Max Brenner - always gets me leaving high off of chocolate. I never imagined how overpowering the smell of chocolate could be. I have been here several times, usually just to grab a drink (hot cocoa, specialty cocktails with their chocolate mix ins) but yesterday I went with a friend of mine to grab some lunch. Well the lunch special was not bad, the portion was smaller than I expected but it was pretty delightful, along with the presentation. I got the chicken penne with waffle fries (mind you, if you're a big eater do not get the lunch portions; I think my friend was starving still afterwards, haha), and my friend got the spicy tuna sandwich with a salad. Although, I hadn't tried his, he said that it was really delicious. I cant complain about my penne either. Again, the service here lacks. We waited roughly 10 minutes until someone walked by, where I had to grab them to ask for a server. Then, about 5 minutes later, our server finally shows up with water. Really? I mean c'mon working in a food industry is ALL about customer service, especially when most of the income is based off of tips. Anyways, im assuming he was training someone, well obviously since he brought another server with him. The food didnt take that long to come out, but it wasnt a short of a wait either. Anyways, I'd rather pay a couple bucks extra and come back for dinner.",real
9790,"A marvelous experience. I had a light meal, but thought the restaurant was beautiful. It is located in the Neue Galerie which houses a number of Klimt paintings and a number of German and Austrian exhibits. I suppose it was the combination of a delicious crepe and coffee in a wonderful setting that made me love it so.",real
44153,"As good as it gets.  If there was one reason for me to move back to New Jersey, this is it... and as the plane flew me back to Los Angeles, I literally thought ""well California is nice, but where will I eat on Sunday night?""  For the last 3 months, every Sunday my family and I descended upon Bella Sorella's and not once did they disappoint.  First time I had delicious linguine with clam sauce, which is always my first stop at a new Italian restaurant so I can gauge it.  Deeeeeelicious and loaded with clams.  But that was just the beginning.  Try the filet of sole fra diavolo.  All other foods will pale in comparison.  Spicy, savory, gigantic, fresh, delicious.  Add warm bread, good (but too cold) salad, and fantastic mussels as an appetizer.  Throw in gracious welcoming service from the friendly and capable staff.  The atmosphere is nothing special, which is kind of what makes it special.  You're there for the food which is very fairly priced and served by people who seem happy you have come to their place.  My huge portion of chicken and shrimp francese stood up to my bottomless-pit teenaged nephew.  My mother who special orders everything a la ""When Harry Met Sally"" doesn't change a thing.  It is that good.",real
47670,Just go here for the Sicilian pizza It's perfect. Nice little place always packed wish we lived closer,fake
40225,"I'm salivating as I think back to my delicious dinner from Barrio Chino the other night. We started with an order of chips and salsa- good stuff. Really liked the green one and the brown/bean one with white cheese on top. The chips were hot, crunchy and oily- seemed to come straight from the fryer. Definitely could've used another round of them to finish off the sauces, but somehow we restrained ourselves. For my main I ordered the Cazuela De Mariscos- tilapia and shrimp in a tomato chipotle chile sauce, with bread on the side for dipping. Now the best, most accurate way I can describe this dish is like a rave in your mouth: bold, spicy, (temperature) hot and savory. I didn't want it to end. I tried to do the thing where you put your fork down after every bite to make it last longer, and that trick helped a little but eventually all good things must come to an end. The fish was cooked PERFECTLY. Texture-wise I felt the shrimp went better than the tilapia did, but I'm certainly not about to question the chef. The only downer I experienced was the taco situation. No mixing and matching. An order consists of 3 small, same type taco. Womp womp. While I adore the space- romantic, small, artsy LES nook- I could live without the 2hr wait. Get here early for a more reasonable wait time, or sit at the bar and eat.",real
1779,"I didn't really care for this place. The staff was kinda rude and the cheesesteak wasn't that spectacular. It was not enough meat and it was barely hot. Glad I tried it, but if I'm ever back in philly I will just walk across the street.",real
11252,"What's awesome about this place besides it opens until 4 a.m. And cure my oysters craving, It has the best bone marrow! THE BEST I've ever had and tasty sweet and spicy catfish",real
23360,"Living in Montclair, I've been to Cuban Petes over 30x throughout the past 5 years.  Their food has been Excellent whether you dine in our takeout.  My guests and I have NEVER EVER been disappointed with the food.  Ever.   My favorites: Mambo Kings Steak (YUM), Paella, Goat Cheese Fritters!! Service: Severe attitude from the hostess everytime it never fails.  The full male waitstaff, always pleasant and fast. **Pros - EXCELLENT food.  Cuban themed from the decor, music, wait staff uniforms, plate presentation, everything! **Cons - VERY LOUD.....its unbearable.  Mediocre service. Best Cuban Food in the tri-state area...hands down.  I only deal with the below average service b/c of the food.",real
8797,"Came here today with super high expectations for two reasons- 1. Five stars on Yelp 2. The claim to have the best biscuits in NYC.  Well, I left underwhelmed and disappointed.  The biscuits are terrible. Dry, hard, tasteless  and butter-less. I'm not sure how or why these biscuits are considered delicious. I also left hungry. The chicken biscuit sandwich was way too small. There's nothing worse than leaving a restaurant still hungry after you finished your meal.  My date shared the same sentiments. He ordered a chicken biscuit and the open faced turkey sandwich. On the upside, I did enjoy the fried okra and the chicken on my biscuit was well seasoned and juicy. Also, our waiter and the young lady at the front of the house were welcoming and attentive. Unfortunately, I don't have any plans to return and most definitely not for the biscuits.",real
23236,"I truly felt the authentic Cuban experience here - even though I've never been to Cuba! From the moment we walked in, we greeted by two friendly hostesses, served by an energetic waiter who knew his menu backwards and forwards, and who you could tell loved working there. He recommended an amazing assortment of tapas - Goat Cheese Fritters, Salt Cod Fritters, and the Queso Frito - Ugh. SO GOOD. The Cuban beef hash wasn't that good; but, I got over it as soon as the succulent, tender and well-flavored Lechon Asado was brought over and sealed the deal. It was a roasted pork and garlic shredded piece of heaven served with white rice and black beans. Classic Cuban. And, did I mention the music was happening? Yeah. It was happening. I was having such a good time, my date and I turned around and started conversation with the table next to us - who were also having a blast! As far as restaurants go - it was a total package deal. Authentic ambiance. Great Service. Amazing Food. Word of advice. Make Reservations ahead of time. The place was PACKED on a Thursday night. I heard Saturday wait times are brutal.",real
15376,"AMAZING BRUNCH. Some of the best biscuits EVER. slow whisked scrambled eggs were really good -- like cheesy, buttery grits. cool place and staff...my new favorite brunch spot!",real
8039,"nice dining room, skip getting the extra dips/pita, they serve you good pita/eggplant complimentary. good homemade sausage, good lamb chops. decent wines, decent prices. a-o-k.",real
7120,"#117 Since there are so many reviews about Continental Midtown already, I'm just going to list my likes of the place. + hanging basket chairs on the 2nd floor + sunken seating in the middle of the 1st floor + plush booths + friendly waiters and bartenders + shakers that come with your drink + delicious grilled chicken sandwich + fresh lox & bagel plate We've been here twice now and I'm actually planning on taking my sister when she's in town for a visit. However, the place doesn't knock my shoes off in terms of impressiveness - I'm more a fan of the Continental in Atlantic City. But, it's a decently kooky establishment with food that's tasty. =)",real
7086,"Continental has a great brunch, who knew?  I visited a few days ago, and I was impressed with the amount of tempting options on the menu.  The atmosphere is trying to be cool, but the open area seating area and large windows make for a pleasant brunch environment. Despite the fact that our server was completely overworked, she took good care of us and was patient and attentive.  There are a lot of good drink cocktails and other brunch drinks.  The prices are actually reasonable, which I didn't expect. For my brunch, I ordered an omelet with cheddar, monterrey jack, poblano, and corn.  The ingredients were fresh and made for a delicious omelet.   My omelet can with toast and below average breakfast potatoes.  I was dining with my friends Lacey and Megan.  Lacey ordered the bagel with lox; Megan went with crab, dill, Havarti and leek omelet with egg whites.  All of our dishes were well made and came out quickly.  Portion sizes were decent. Bottom Line: I feel like a broken record when writing about Starr joints.  There's simply not much to say about the Continental.  He focuses on atmosphere, and the food is just okay.  But with Continental, the food and prices were better than I anticipated.  There are a lot of good food options on the menu, and I'd visit from brunch again if I was in the area.",real
19309,"Great food, and atmosphere. With a very kind staff. Their craft soda and brisket rule.",fake
40247,"This place is somewhat hidden.  There isn't a clear/big sign of the restaurant name so I walked by it a couple times before I actually found it.  It's pretty small, with a handful of tables, and seating at the bar.  I got there around 6 to meet a friend for a drink before our other friend would be meeting us at 6:30.  Arriving early is a good idea since the place is small, and I don't believe they take reservations.  My friend and I both got the jalapeno lime margarita that was very good!  It had a kick, but wasn't too spicy.  We also ordered some guacamole to share.  Our friend arrived around 6:30, and luckily there was still a table open for us to sit down.  We ordered shortly after seating, and I got the enchiladas mole.  I enjoyed it, and my friends seemed to enjoy what they ordered as well.   I had no complaints with the food, and I really like the margartia, but I don't know if I loved the restaurant.  It was small, and when it got crowded it was pretty noisy.  Also we were seated near the door, so I felt constantly crowded when new people would walk in, and there wasn't much room to wait anywhere else expect for right next to us.  It was pretty cold that night too, so whenever the door opened we felt the cool air.  I definitely think if i were to go back i'd try to go as easrly as possible to beat the rush, since i don't really like being crowded when i'm eating.",real
46184,"First 8 dollar pint to arrive at basic bar above Urban Outfitters, nice roof bar though.",real
49739,"Ate dinner here last night with a few close friends. The service was friendly and prompt - all-in-all excellent. I had the Burrata appetizer, the beet and orange salad and the soup from the daily special. The soup was exceptional, the rest was what I expected. The dessert was AMAZING. We had the l'Affogato, the Bonet as well as the Pannacotta and we literally fought over the remnants of each. I didn't have any cocktails but my friends were happy with their wine and the cocktails that were being brought out for other tables looked delicious. There is a small bar by the entrance that can seat about 6-8 people and its rather inimate with a raised street view... I'll definitely go back.",real
2004,"Perfectly fine cheesesteaks, but the line for Geno's (and Pat's) are always so long because of tourists. If you want to go to one of the ""famous"" places, check it out, it probably won't disappoint. Of the two down there, I generally prefer Pat's, mostly because of some of the racial issues and less glitz and lights than Geno's. I'd go to Cosmi's over either of the two big ones though.",real
38437,"It's baaaack! I was so sad when the old location closed down and ecstatic to find they finally opened their new location - with even more seats! This is my favorite place for soodubu (korean soft tofu). It's also my favorite restaurant for banchan (complimentary korean side dishes) - most notably my own fried fish before each meal, and the sweet and spicy squid. 24/7 BCD Tofu House is back and better than ever! (other than the fact than I think everything is about $1 more expensive, haha).",real
45371,A cute brunch spot if you happen to be around the neighborhood.,real
3256,"Worst curry I've ever had at a Thai restaurant... and I go out for Thai at least once a week, so that's really saying something.  Service was great though; we had a fantastic waitress.",fake
31911,Good saugage and beers. Very friendly staff!,real
49948,"Lovely place. Get the vera fish tacos or the -  to share platter! Drinks are grand - made from their own lime press - everything is simple, unpretentious yet classy. Perfect for wed and fri evenings out! Seating is usually a problem so sit by the bar if u can I think the experience is just S good..!",real
39258,"Decent dim sum.   But Best Cantonese food in Northern NJ (I would even venture to say the tri-state area). Favorites are the:   - whole fried fish   - ginger scallion lobster   - ginger scallion crab   - beef broccoli/kale (yes, this is usually a fast-food Americanized dish anywhere else, but they use tender beef and Chinese kale if you ask for it)",real
46959,"First of all, I'd like to say that the decor is very cool! It is so NYC style. The hanging lanterns, wooden wall are just great! My most favorites are Spare ribs sugar canes and Catfish claypot. They are to die for!! The staff there they are very friendly and helpful. They are very knowledgeable with their food. They recommended us great stuff. Ohh Obao Sunray is just to die for as well! Everything in here is just perfect when I was trying to see what other people here on yelp would recommend and see some bad reviews. Too bad they just had a bad day to not enjoy this place. This is a definitely come back!! Great food and service!! One of the best places in HK.!!",fake
28496,I finally made it to this place having heard people talk about it at the park.  The subs are huge and tasty and I had a hard time finishing a large sub.  I am glad that this sub shop opened in the neighborhood and the menu has a whole variety of options to choose your superhero sub from.  I will definitely go back to this place soon.   p.s. I tried the boom boom sauce on the sub and it was delicious!,fake
28854,"I came here during the 1st week of opening with another couple. Once we stepped in, Mario (the owner) greeted us with a friendly welcome. We ordered a few appetizers to start. They included: Arancini (Rice Balls) which were very tasteful and fresh, Calamari and a selection of the salumi and formaggi. At this point, we were all impressed and satisfied with what we had ordered. Now on to our main entrées. Our party ordered the following: Cannelloni which was stuffed with braised short ribs (too die for!) and the Special called ""Sunday Gravy"". Every bite of these delicious meals tasted so fresh and rich.  I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu. A true authentic Italian eatery!",real
25685,"Good diner to go for after the club, bar or just late night eats.",real
41367,"I recently went on a very nice date here, with a travelin' man who told me that the food he'd eaten in Cuba was nowhere near as tasty as the steaks we co-moaned over at Cafecito. I don't find this hard to believe considering how good the food and drinks are at this Alphabet City gem. The flank steak with chimichurri sauce is a must for carnivores.  The perfectly/barely cooked beef pairs unbelievably well with the tart, garlicky chimichurri sauce it comes with. Bring your appetite because in addition to a very large steak, you'll get delicious rice and beans with that... AND tostones with the delicious garlic cream sauce they come with.  Mmmm, garlic. Also: the mojitos here are quite addictive. Strong but crammed with fresh mint, they're sweet without being too sweet. A must.",real
41214,"Delicious cuban food, try their garlic dipping sauce with literally anything they have, vampires would eat this stuff",real
11513,An authentic New York spot.  Awesome service.  Great food.  Small dining room with a good buzz.,real
33699,"I loved eating here and all of the food was delicious. Really great atmosphere, authentic mexican food, all that good stuff. I would rate this a 5 star in a heartbeat but something absolutely terrible happened there last night. THEY COMPLETELY CHANGED HOW THEY COOK THEIR MEAT! It had an unbearably disguting scent and taste that I couldn't get out of my mouth for hours. I brushed my teeth and used mouth wash 5 times and it didn't help. One of the worst nights of my life. The lady taking our orders claimed the recipe was the same as it's ever been, but I HAD their quesadilla de pollo the first time I went and it was delicious. But this time it happened to be the worst thing I ever tasted.....",fake
9656,"Situated inside the Neue Galerie; the perfect place to have a quiet lunch. Beautifully decorated room, much like some of the cafes in Berlin. Great dessert options. The liverwurst spread with onion confit, pistachio chocolate cake, fruit crumble, elderberry syrup with sparkling water, and coffees were all done well.",real
15473,"Delicious, non-pretencious, cute decor, very friendly staff.  Some dishes, like squid, risotto and deserts are outstanding! New favourite place!",real
13980,"I'm giving this place two stars: One is for the view and the other one is for the servers. They were both very nice. However, the food is severely overpriced and the drinks suck. We waited one hour for an appetizer of fried calamari, plus everything else everyone complained about in the previous review. Not going back there again.",real
14754,"I am all about it - great menu for when you want a burger on the cheap or the badass chicken breast / spinach / mash potatoes with some oysters for an appetizer... it's pretty all-purpose and good.  Good beers on tap and some solid mix drinks as well.  One of the most reliable places for me in Philly. My beef is that, unlike other respectably hip neighborhoods, No-Libs evidently has no law that requires restaurants to have at least one or two vegan entrees; North Third doesn't seem to want to follow the rule on its own.  C'mon, it's hard to coax a vegan date here when all she is getting is hummus (and some stolen fries or mash from my plate).  For a town that  caters to the vegans pretty well, I'd expect it from North Third. That said, if you eat meat, N.3rd's freakin' awesome spot.",real
19589,Ate here recently on a business trip to Philly. Was looking for a nice quiet dark place for a few beers and some food. I read good reviews so figured I would stop in. Definitely a keeper. The beer on tap was great and it looks like they continually have new ones on special. I tried a few wheat beers and finished up with an imperial stout from Dogfish Head (one of my favorite micro breweries). Decided to try one of the sandwiches on special after a recommendation from the bartender. It was a smoked duck sandwich served on toasted wheat bread. Very tasty indeed. Will go back!,real
10729,This place is great.  I just moved into the neighborhood and I've been getting delivery from here a lot.  The food is really flavorful and they use fresh vegetables which makes a big difference.  I also love that they don't make the food too oily like a lot of Indian Restaurants tend to do.  Order anything because it's all good!,real
44441,This is willy-b!  Great Music Bartenders and drinks!,real
4866,"Great customer service. While waiting in line, servers will come outside and give samples of the food - fries, cookies, beef sausage, coffee, etc. I highly recommend the french fries and the horseradish dipping sauce. The fries are crisp and flavorful. I also recommend the beef sausage. They put lemon juice on top and it's very yummy",real
7649,"This eatery is known for delicious Greek cuisine and it definitely does a great job owning up to the title! Despite our 45 minute minute wait and having to eat at what they call the ""community table"" - which is a huge round table where they place people when all the conventional tables are taken, I had a good dining experience at this establishment. The greeters were a bit rude and full of false hope as they kept telling us - ""15 more minutes"" which turned into triple that time. But, our actual waitress( and I wish I remembered her name) was absolutely great! She is truly the definition of what ""good service"" should be - attentive, knowledgeable, kind hearted, and simply honest. She gave her recommendations and when we inquired about something on the menu, she gave us a full breakdown on it with her very own opinion. Now, let me dive into the yummy in my tummy portion... For an appetizer, we ordered the grilled octopus which was good, but I expected more due to the raving reviews I read. I'm a huge fan of grilled octopus and tasted many, but this one wasn't anything to write home about for me. The Greek salad - amazing! It was just fresh and the dressing mixed with the herbs was a great complement. For my entree, I had the Moussaka which is layers of  sauteed eggplant, zucchini and potato baked in a clay dish with  ground meat sauce and bechamel. When I tell you, it was one of the best things I've ever eaten, just simply mouthwatering! I think I could have that dish everyday and not get tired of it! Oh, and  I had the other half the next day -- tasted even better than at the restaurant. All in all, this spot has great ambiance and food as well as service( for the most part). I would definitely recommend Pylos if your taste buds are calling for Greek cuisine, but do be sure to make a reservation  in advance! :)",real
10395,Get a maple creamee! Awesome views of the lake! GO :),real
13448,"Plum on Park just started serving dinner, and the effort out of the gate is admirable. My girlfriend's cast iron roasted chicken was perfectly crispy and delightful. My ""Zucchini Spaghetti"" was prepared in a robust pesto. The chocolate panna cotta jiggled charmingly and was propped atop a slight brittle, which was a perfect complement to the custard. Outstanding. Dine in a quiet and low-lit setting a little  suggestive of Hopper's ""Nighthawk"", romantically serenaded by Pops, Cole Porter, Ella. Maybe it won't be quiet for very long.....",real
7922,"Best Greek food in NYC -- the horiatiki is perfect -- the lamb chops are amazing, the seafood pasta with the ouzo sauce is one of the most innovative flavors I've ever had.  Been eating there for years -- will never stop loving it.  Go there if you can.",real
46398,"This is one of BedStuy's real deals. It's the place you take an overnight guest from another borough or BKhood and throw a cup of Scratch's grits (with, at the very least, some Romesco and pesto) at them to assert, I got this. You? You don't got this. Scratch is of its own design--not another retelling of that archetype of a Brooklyn eatery. And what a delicious, original story. Prices are a little high but my mouth has yet to be unhappy with anything from Scratch.",real
1302,"After seeing Genos on T.V. and how the locals raved about how delicious the steak sandwiches were I decided to take a red eye to genos. I arrived there on a weekday in the evening and there were no customers in line. Ordered my sandwich expecting flavorful, juicy, delicious steak. And to my disappointment it was just average. No juices flowing down my arms, no jump out of my seat reaction, no ""GOD DAMN THIS SH.. IS GOOD"". Just an average dry steak sandwich. Next time in Philly I will be trying Tony Lukes.",real
31299,"Without a doubt my new favorite place for dinner with the wife, been 4 times now.  The Chef always comes up with new great things, I think i have ordered the special everytime I have gone. Awesome place, make sure and make reservations, gets busy.",real
43738,"I haven't been to this place since 2008, and I STILL dream of their cheesesteak. Don't miss out on an opportunity to try one!",real
11771,"We just loved this place. It was small and quaint, if you can get in. There was a huge line when we got there, granted we went on a busy Saturday night. But the food and the friendly people evens the waiting out. My wife had the bone marrow and I had the fish. I'm not a fish person and the reason why I ordered the fish is because if a chef could feed me fish and actually like it, then that restaurant succeeded as they did. I would recommend it for a night out with a special someone or when you feel like you need to treat yourself for some really good grub.",real
21089,"My girlfriend recommended this restaurant so we picked it for our girls' night out.  The restaurant space is very nice with the options for outdoor seating (out in the front or back in their garden).  We chose indoor as it was a bit muggy that evening and we needed the A/C.   The menu and wine list definitely had a variety of things to choose from. It became hard to decide and luckily our waitress suggested we get 1/2 order of their homemade pastas on the side of each entree.   So we each ordered a glass of white and I ordered the short ribs entree with rosemary potato cake and 1/2 order of the half moon ravioli.   My friend got the scallop entree with the spinach and 1/2 of the stuffed shells. But the food took FOREVER to come out.  We waited 1 hour for the food to get there and I know I asked our waitress 2x where our food was.  Apparently the scallop dish takes a long time!  SO DONT ORDER IT! Except for our waitress, the other wait staff was really attentive - they were always refilling our glasses with water!   The food finally came and it was good - my short ribs were tender and fell apart even before it reached my mouth.  My ravioli was quite tasty, but I didnt tasty the PROSCIUTTO or any seasoning which was disappointing.  My friend's scallop dish tasted a bit overcooked and I wasnt a fan at all.   Overall we paid each $54 for 1 glass of wine, 1/2 order of pasta and 1 entree...which is overpriced in my mind.  I wont be returning for dinner any time soon if I am in the area ... maybe pop in for a glass of wine a small appetizer, but that's all!  You will see the bar is packed because everyone in the neighborhood already KNOWS this!",real
47410,"The Cozy End is a wonderful throw back to earlier times, preserved perfectly. It's almost like being on a movie set decades ago -- where else can you find that? I had a cheeseburger that was quite big and delicious. In general the food is of diner style and quality which doesn't need much explanation in NJ. Charming, friendly, and a solid value.",real
11870,"My fiancé loves this place and brought me here a while back. She said she used to go out the one in Queens when she lived there. The food is awesome and not expensive, which is nice change for this hood. Only thing I gotta say is the hostesses are kind of rude. We've gone there before around 5:30/6pm after work and they've given us a hard time about getting a table inside (during summer) when there were clearly tables inside, the place isn't small. The food made up for it though.",fake
49915,Awesome atmosphere. Eric (bartender and girlfriend) very welcoming. Guacamole unbelievable. Definitely a must see!,real
9582,"A wonderful atmosphere with a rustic and homey feel. The spatzle and wiener schnitzel dishes were both very tasty, but if you are going to go for lunch make sure you leave room for dessert which was the highlight of my meal.The mozarttorte was delicious and light and airy, accompany that with a milchkaffee and enjoy your surroundings. Cafe Sabarsky is a real treat.",real
6855,"I have been to the Continental numerous times and absolutely love it. It has a fun, young, vibrant feel, inspired by its upbeat and dynamic decor and servers. If you're with a big group it's good to order a bunch of things off the menu and share, but watch out because the salads are huge. The prices for the most part are reasonable, and you can always count on the food to be delicious. Definitely check it out!",real
15414,"My ""greenest"" friend wanted to catch up and so I was not surprised when she picked Northern Spy Food since they focus on local and sustainable ingredients. We both weren't that hungry so she ordered the winter squash soup, which was hearty but wasn't out of the ordinary, while I ordered the kale salad with squash, almond, sharp pecorino and lemon dressing. The kale salad was well balanced in flavor and in texture, but it also wasn't amazing. The cod we shared was great; crispy skin with tender, fragrant meat. The freekeh risotto with zucchini, kabocha and mascarpone is on my list of what to get next time I go. The star of the meal was definitely the chocolate caramel cheesecake which was decadent but not overly sweet; it was perfect. The service, however, was far from perfect. Our waiter wasn't mean but inattentive. I literally had to walk up to the cashier to get his attention when he charged me for a different table's check ($40 more than our check). I admire their focus on their earth-friendly ingredients (+1) but their service and food left me wondering if it is worth coming back to. I will try their brunch though, since I'm always on the hunt for great spots to eat my favorite meal of the week.",real
16328,"Food Blueberry pancakes....nice and fluffy and just enough the right amount of blueberries....the butter maple syrup was too sweet for me, pancakes were good without it Fried chicken and waffles...the fried chicken was delicious! The waffle itself was also good....fluffy and not well done like the waffles you get at a diner Service-average nothing over the top and nothing bad Ambiance Nothing special....casual dining feel",real
3025,"Ok, I just have to be honest with myself. Despite all the hype, the food is sub par. The steak had an aftertaste and I suppose that's the taste of uncooked meat, and how can you argue because the line is atrociously long and the Geno's people are trying to speed everything along. Now about the bread...it's stale. It's not just a tad or a bit stale...it's stale. The only thing that really made up for it was the generous coating of cheez whiz. Asides for the fun and attractive lights out in front, the food is not worth waiting in line for again. oh yeah....and *BEWARE* *BEWARE* for the HOTSAUCE!!! IT'S HELL RAISING!!!",real
17126,"I love that they text you when your table is ready. If you are a breakfast lover and carry an excessive amount of cash, you'd love it here. Not much else to say!",real
10545,Food here is absolutely incredible!!! I had the aloo sag and it was the best I've had ever.  Excellent onion kulcha as well.  I will definitely be back during visits to Brooklyn!,real
10045,"went here with a group of 7 on a saturday at 11am for brunch.   made reservations earlier in the week. we were taken downstairs and they had couple tables put together for us so I guess you could say its somewhat group friendly. i felt bad though bc they basement was so small, so we sounded pretty loud. felt bad for people around us.   their menu in general is pretty pricey, but their brunch menu makes white dog cafe somewhat ""affordable"" they had bottemless mimosas and bloody mary...YES PLEASE! I had their mimosas and it was so delicious! the oj was slightly pulpy and amazing.   food: - buttermilk pancake stack: this might be the best pancake you ever have in your life. you could literally just eat the marscapone creme separately -croque monsieur benedict: they use brioche rather than the typical english muffin and I loved it! the sweetness of the break, with the saltiness of the ham, and the creamy/spicy hollandaise sauce was amazing. i love love love it. -brussel sprout omelet was good but a little bland. i dont know if I would order it again.",real
20749,"I thought this place was okay. We ordered the following (which was not bad, but I wasn't WOWed with it either). I would say I had a decent meal. 1) We ordered the Duck Breast. Not as greasy and fatty like how most place serves it. 2) We ordered the Short Ribs. Tender and moist. 3) For dessert, we ordered the 1,000 layer crepe. It kinda tasted like one of the Lady M crepe cakes. The garden seating in the back was nice. Good meal....would I come back? maybe, maybe not.",real
17576,"Really delicious brunch. Worth the wait, bring your patience cap. Waited just over an hour, the service was fast and well done. The space is small and cramped but they work hard to keep you eating and drinking so its ok. Ordered the Southern Breakfast, included cheese grits, eggs, sugar cane bacon and the best fried green tomatoes I've had! So good. All of our food was great, the mexican coffee was a bit odd, coffee, tequila, kahlua, which all sounds wonderful, but they added tons of cocoa powder, not sure I'd order that again. But overall really freakin' yummy.",real
11092,"my favorite is the broiled striped bass with salad...that rocks!!! on other days, i go for their t-bone steak or the chicken. best food around the vicinity for a very reasonable price :-)",real
38102,"The BCD in KTown is definitely the better one in the NY area. The service is definitely comparable to the Fort Lee one but the food actually tastes better than the others. When you come to BCD, you come for one thing: soondubu jjigae. Soondubu jigae is the spicy soft tofu soup that usually brings life back into me especially after a late night or a night that was filled with alcohol. It is my go-to hangover cute. The banchan comes with BCD's signature fried fish for every diner.. for the most part, they are okay. The seafood pancake usually comes out too... thick and doughy. Not as crisp as I prefer. The best bang for your buck at BCD is the soondubu combination. It comes with some kind of grilled meat and will more than fill you up for less than $20. My favorite combinations are the mixed seafood and beef soondubu and the kalbi/pork bulgogi ""sides"". Mmmmmmmm.",real
20010,Happened on to this place was down the street checking out another spot read couple reviews lets do it Got cheesesteak wit & American First look seemed a little small portion wise Cheese had little flavor as well as the meat What makes a place famous ? Now Dalessandros steaks that's fame in my book,real
6090,"RICKY IS RUDE AND DOES NOT KNOW HOW TO RUN HIS BUSINESS The food here was great on our first visit. On our second visit we never got to try it because the rude and arrogant Ricky shooed us away - literally. When we walked in at 6.40pm we were told by Ricky that there would be no table till 8pm. So we decided to order takeout while others who walked in at the same time as us, chose to leave. While we were waiting we saw another couple just walk in and get seated immediately, without a reservation. When we inquired about that, we were told by Ricky that he cannot predict if people leave the restaurant early and since we had decided to order take out, we could not be served the food at a table, even if one became available. He was extremely rude. When we protested and said we'd like to cancel the order, he used his hands to shoo us away. I have no interest in giving my money to such a rude and unprofessional business owner and I can't even imagine how he must treat his staff, if his treats his customers this way.",real
3973,"Stop here in the morning on my way home from work.  The bagels are fresh and big.  Not a fan of the coffee though.  Have had wraps here as well, very good.",real
38625,"Great selection, and they're here for you after you stumble out onto 2nd street drunk as a skunk.  I may not have ever eaten at the Dapper Dog sober, but who cares? They're great. The guys that run the cart are pretty cute too.",real
4465,"Delicious!!! Luckily we came on a Friday early morning, so we didn't have to wait on a line because we were one of only about 5 other tables at that time.  Pancakes delicious!  Service so friendly.  And they brought us out cinnamon toast with honey, compliments of the house!  So good. Wish I lived a closer - maybe up the block! - so that I could come here every day!  Ha!",real
43114,"My previous review was based on item I had from the lunch menu. This update is provided after my lackluster brunch experience. This past Saturday, I decided to go to Max Brenner to try their brunch because the menu looked very appealing. I always had a desire to have brunch here, but never found myself in Center City on a Saturday or Sunday morning/afternoon. I ordered the french toast with apples, melted white chocolate, and pecans. When my meal came, I was so disappointed. I swear the french toast was probably part of a frozen microwable pack or something. Nothing about it was appealing. To make matters worse, the apples did not taste fresh. I am almost certain they were from a can. The only thing decent about my experience was the hot chocolate, yet it is nothing to rave about. I have no intentions on eating brunch at Max Brenner ever again. Compared to other brunch spots in the Philly area, this place does not cut it. I'll stick to Cafe Lift and Sabrina's from now on when I'm in the mood for french toast or anything dealing with brunch. At least I know I'll walk away satiated and my wallet won't be depleted. THUMBS DOWN BALD MAN!!!!!",real
11832,"the most eclectic menu i've ever seen--there are not too many places where you can wash down some (wonderful) raw oysters with matzoh ball soup (oh the irony). the kitchen closing at 4 AM is an absolute treat, and you can always count on seeing big name chefs tucked into the corners of this tiny standby. one warning: they don't take reservations for anything smaller than a party of five, and they're ALWAYS busy--i once had an hour and ten minute wait at 1:30 AM on a Saturday (technically Sunday).",real
930,To make a long story short. The place is gaudy (neon sign) and bigots. The sandwich is only famous because of celebs.There is no flavor or taste outside of the cheese whatsoever! I asked for the works and they put some barely fried onions on it! What a joke! Garbage totally. I'll try Pat's next time but I can get a better cheese steak from my local Italian pizza joint. I'm glad I finally went because I wanted to know what the hype was about but there really is none. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY OR TIME!,fake
43039,"Dessert review only. Walking into Max Brenner was like falling into the chocolate river at Charlie's Chocolate Factory. Scents of cocoa engulfed the entryway and even seeped out of the door to allure passerbys. It sure did the trick for us. We came here to enjoy the dessert and we did just that. We ordered the Urban S'mores Fondue and it were amazing! You toast your own marshmallows and they provide you with 4 dipping sauces: milk chocolate, peanut butter, caramelized bananas, and raspberry puree. It was quite expensive, but worth it since I was visiting a friend in town and she's worth it! Not sure why you would come here for dinner--it looked very expensive.",real
45095,"food was delicious i have nothing but great things to say - drinks were even better - i had this watermelon mojito and it just hit the spot.  i had the server surprise me since I couldn't decide on what to get (it all just sounded so good!), anyhow he picked the dish with the poached eggs, chips and i think it came on a griddle - whatever it was, it was amazing and blew my taste buds out of the water... top notch place here.",fake
11675,"Many people suggest that death and taxes are life's only inevitabilities, but there's one more thing you can always count on: Blue Ribbon Brasserie being magnificent. No matter what you order, no matter when you go, you're likely to have a homemade dinner that will knock your socks off. The beef marrow and oxtail marmalade is literally one of the best dishes I've ever had, and their New Orlean's shrimp boil should be illegal it's so good! But go early and have a drink down the block while you wait for a table - they don't take reservations for parties under five and the small dining room is perpetually packed.",real
49894,Good environment with great vibe but the tacos was average. Some of the meat was too dry. The customer service was excellent and fast.,real
49205,"Okay, Sketch is a super dangerous place to go to satisfy the munchies. The food looks and is so delicious, but it is also plentiful. Almost too plentiful. Against good judgement, I consumed an entire vegan burger that was about the side of my head and half of an order of french fries. My boyfriend had a sirloin burger that was ""perfectly cooked"" (medium). My burger was brown and crispy around the edges and flavorful. The patty extended about an inch all the way around the bun, but I was okay with that. It was massive. That's what she said. The only downer - we called our order in ahead of time, asking for our respective sauces on the side, since the last time we brought burgers home from here, my burger was too saucy (I know, hard to believe). We got home and there were no sauces! But it wasn't so bad - we both sauced up on our own with a little ketchup and the burgers wound up perfect. Delicious. I ate my burger sometime in the six o'clock hour. I went to bed several hours later, still super full. Maybe the chocolate chip cookies I made for dessert, or the absent-minded snacking I continued to do for the rest of the night had something to do with it. But I'm going to go ahead and blame it on the Sketch. To counteract this and the massive helping of free goodies at yesterday's Yelp event, I am eating a giant bowl of fruit.",real
30827,"I love this place. Eat in or take out, the sushi menu is big and the food itself is awesome. I love the fact that it's close by whenever I'm in the mood for sushi. I love the Beverwyk roll and dragon roll. It's a byob place so don't forget beer or wine. My only gripe - its a small place and gets tight when its busy. Customer service is great - I just wish they serve sake or alcohol, but I think its a town ordinance thing. BYOB.",real
1180,good steaks. quick. but pats is better.,fake
27042,"I found this place via Yelp while looking for a chill bar to meet up with friends at before the Rancid show at Terminal Five. Yet another gem that I can thank Yelp for!!! Not that I plan to be in this neighborhood much, but whenever I am, I definitely plan to come back! They have skee-ball!! And sweet tea vodka!!! And an entire section on the menu devoted to tater tots!!! I love a tater tot. The staff was super friendly and fast, the food was great and it was close enough to be a quick walk to the venue, but far enough so it wasn't filled with douchebags. If you're in the neighborhood, you should definitely swing through!",real
47162,"This place is adorable (nice decor and lighting), although a little on the loud side, and they do that NYC thing where they cram the tables really close together. The food was excellent and decently priced. We got a yummy crispy calamari appetizer, the catfish clay pot (delicate and sweet and with crispy bok choy), and a flat noodle with duck (also delicious and flavourful). The service was good too. The only weird thing was I think it was restaurant week, and they had a special $38 3-course menu which would have cost exactly the same as ordering off the regular menu (and with more limited options to boot). Tourist trap? We didn't get dessert, ordered two entrees, and shared an app, and that all was $38, and more than enough food.",real
28041,"We thought this place was going to be awesome, it was OK. We both had a dandelion salad which was really good. I had the fried chicken after the waitress said they had won awards and they were nice to give me the parts I wanted, the crunch was nice but the taste was a nonevent. The sweet waffles that went with it were just not the flavors I want with fried chicken, give me salt or spice please. My friend had a steak which she did not even finish. We skipped desert because we were bored by that time.",real
27908,"TWO WORDS: BRUSSELS SPROUTS. the roasted brussels sprouts with mustard were easily the best brussels sprouts I've ever eaten, let alone ordered in a restaurant. the prune jam that comes aside benton's ham wrapped brook trout complimented the grits perfectly and the warm lamb and romaine salad was really dope, too. the cauliflower in the salad was perfectly seasoned. lots of other ""big time foodie spots"" really lack in the vegetable/side-order department but, buttermilk do vegetables justice! (lookin' out for all my vegetarian homies) I had the chicken and waffles, too. I have to be honest and say I wasn't completely blown away by them however, I had been on a three-day fried food binge so I'm probably biased. also, what's up with ""hipster"" being an option for ambience? seriously, yelp?",real
1349,Taking the walk across the street I had the opportunity to take the Philly cheese steak challenge. In my personal opinion I think everything from the way the steak was cut down to the roll was better at Geno's. Make sure you know how to order when you go because they will give you crap if you don't.,real
22149,"Okay, so this isn't a restaurant whose overall will knock your socks off the way a top-notch Italian place will. It is however a place where you can try a mixture of Indian, Korean (Asian), and Mediterranean food never before eaten together. I was enthralled when a flatbread pizza with cumin came out topped with seaweed salad. Chinese dumplings with middle-eastern inspired filling. Yum. This place is an interesting, very tiny, adventure with great service and a friendly staff. Note, if your party can fill up an entire table you may end up sharing with another couple. This place is not to be missed.",real
8865,"I love YELP for helping discover little gems like this place! My bf and I were in the area for the weekend. We wanted to try a new place for brunch on Sunday, so I looked up some suggestions for restaurants in the area. This southern girl was drawn to this spot, hoping that I wouldn't be disappointed as I often am with restaurants claiming to specialize in southern cuisine.  I was not. We sat at the bar and chatted with John, one of the owners, as we ate. John was friendly, asking us about ourselves and what brought us to the area, telling us about himself, and making sure we enjoyed our meal. We shared the fried green tomatoes served with remoulade sauce. It was delicious! I ordered the shrimp and grits--perfection.  Trust me...there aren't a lot of spots that get this dish right up here.  In fact, even though it's one of my favorite dishes when I'm down south, I've pretty much given up on ordering it when I'm anywhere else. But something about John's friendly banter made me feel like he wouldn't let me down.  It was awesome! As an added bonus, he gave us two delicious mimosas on the house because it was my bf's birthday weekend! We will most definitely be back during our next trip to NYC!",real
23431,"Everybody's favorite! Lots of fun and a great place to go to have an enjoyable meal and not spend too much money. In the summer, eat outside in a little courtyard and whether you're in or out, you'll feel like you're on vacation. We almost always get a bunch of tapas-- papitas rellenas, chorizo, rice, black beans and then switch it up- garlic shrimp is good, as are the mussels and clams.  I think the chicken lollipops are overrated. Their non-alcoholic sangria- you bring wine and they mix it for you- is a little overpriced I think , but awesome and worth it, especially on a nice spring or summer afternoon- if you're in the mood for strawberries, peaches, citrus and lots of sweetness, bring white wine and get the Armando's Passion.",real
40108,"This place is the WORST. I ordered the chicken tacos and a sprite to drink. The waitress brought out a cup that had half a can of sprite in it, and three tacos about half the size of a silver-dollar pankcake. They wrote the drink menu on the back of a piece of cardboard and they dont even have a sign outside that has the name of the place. Would NOT recommend coming to eat here. Overpriced, and over-rated.",real
3005,"Are you people effin CRAZY?!?!?!?!!?! This place is a 55/5 how can you give them anything lower than that? It's the best damn cheesesteak period. Yah, I noticed the signs outside the store and im sure the owner is a racist mofo but he knows how to make a mean steak. Im not there to chat and make small talk with the motherfucker, im there for some food. If you want the best steaks, goto this place... if you wanna chat about the socialist policies of France with the owner, go somewhere else.",real
18328,"Today was the second time I have had brunch here in two weeks. The wait is long, uncomfortable if it is cold outside.  I also recommend you have a little snack before you head on over to put your name on the list, something light so you won't ruin your appetite. Our wait on both occasions was an hour and a half. Be sure to allow yourself enough time to get there and get your name on the list because they close at 4, if there are a lot of people ahead of you, you may not get on the list. Both visits I ordered the blueberry pancakes the only thing that would make these extraordinary, for me personally, would be to add granola. Even without it the pancakes are amazing, light fluffy and flavorful. This time around me and my friend split our plates. Instead of getting over stuffed on pancakes I was able to enjoy half of her Clinton St omelette that came with hashbrowns and toast. Great decision because we were actually able to finish everything on our plates. For the omelette we chose spinach, bacon and swiss cheese, it was perfect. The toast was served with this amazing raspberry spread. The orange juice is fresh squeezed and they give you a pretty decent size glass. Service is fast and friendly however the bus boy has a tendency to come by often mostly to get people moving to move the growing line outside (people do tend to linger after finishing their meals). All and all a great experience, I will go back to some of the tasty looking desserts and muffins.",real
10601,"I've only ever had delivery/pick-up from this place but with that said, they are consistently good. The curry is good (if a little on the less spicy side), the rice is a good consistent texture and flavor, and the naan is always soft and yummy. I am a fan.",real
24354,"It's pretty amazing that Local 44 has managed to get a 2 star review from me, given that I actually really like the atmosphere, the food, the excellent beer selection - and the location can't be beat at 2.5 blocks from my house. However, I feel driven to warn people that this place has outstandingly rude service. It's been getting progressively worse. The most recent time I went there, I was was with a group of 5. The dining room was empty, it was after 9 on a weeknight, and three of the five of us wanted to eat. My friend asked for a table and they asked pointedly if EVERYONE in our party was going to eat, and then refused us a table ""in case it got busy"". After the two friends who were not eating decided to leave, I asked the hostess for a table again, and made a point of saying ""There are three of us who would like to eat. Would it be possible for us to get a table?"" Mind you, dining room still basically empty, while the bar section was packed full. She asked me, ""Is everyone going to get an ENTREE?"" Admittedly, at this point I lied and said yes so we could sit down. One of us ended up getting a salad, one of us got an appetizer, and one of us got an entree. At most restaurants, this would be an acceptable order - I wound up wondering if they would be mad at us for not all getting entrees. This is the second or third time I've gone there and they've refused to seat my group. As per usual when you go to a neighborhood bar, I'm basically always with a group where some people want to eat and some just want to drink. I don't go too frequently, we're not rude or rowdy, we're just normal people who want to hang out and have dinner and drinks with friends. I would be fine with a ""Parties that aren't getting food can't have a table"" policy, or even a ""At busy times, everyone has to get food"" policy. But for a place that seems to want to project the image of a friendly neighborhood bar, a policy of ""We won't seat your party in our empty dining room unless EVERY person buys an ENTREE"" is absurd. The rudeness with which the hostess lays out this policy is also uncalled for. I would be a regular patron of this bar if they would just be polite to customers, because again, I love the food, the beer, and the atmosphere [except the servers].",real
11511,"OMG To die for!!! This restaurant is open till the wee hours of the morn often serving culinary professionals from other restaurants. This place is always hopping. You pretty much need a reservation to get a seat as it's so busy & such a tiny little place. These people love their food & love to serve it to others who can appreciate their artistry. My friend would eat there multiple times a week & knew every staff member. They would cook things for him that were not on the menu. He would make a late evening of it after a long day at work. I tried dishes I thought I would be sick over, but they turned out to be the most delicious dishes I had ever had! (Bone marrow & oxtail marmalade. Pigeon. Crème brûlée done right. And some kind of chocolate 'cake' that was so moist & so thick & so scrumptious!) Whenever I make it to NYC, I always HAVE to stop at the Blue Ribbon in SoHo. Amazing food! AMAZING!",real
44423,"We had my wife's baby shower/brunch with a group of about 25 friends at the Counting Room last week.  It was a perfect venue for what we wanted:  a relaxed gathering among friends, good food, nice space and attentive staff.  Best of all, the management gave us the entire space even though they definitely could have seated other guests. Its high ceilings with the large open windows was perfect for the summer.  We ordered several snacks, salads and sandwiches.  Everyone loved the deviled eggs.  People were popping them in their mouths like candy, we had to order extra.  The bench-style and bar-seating arrangements were great for our group, especially for our friends' kids.   Overall the venue is great for gatherings without pretense and for spending quality time/hanging out with your friends.  Highly recommend!!!",real
42163,"I really can't forgive forgetful and disingenuous service. Considering Sweet Afton's obvious hipster appeal, I expected maybe ambivalent but competent service. I welcome that. Zombie/Robot waiters welcome, as long as they get the order right. A waitress that takes 20 minutes to get me a beer -- delivered it with a sort of Ain't-I-the-sweetest!? 'Here you go!' -- and then forgets what else I ordered.... That's just shitty. The food and drink selection are good for Astoria bars (but no where close to the beer selection you can get at Euro Market on 31st!). Really, I only docked this place a star because of the service, but if I go there again, I will try to sit at the bar and avoid this waitress.",real
2947,"This place is so overrated.  What a disappointment.  Luckily I started the evening right with a real cheese steak across the street at Pat's before getting one here.  The problem I had with Geno's version is the meat-to-bread ratio is way out of whack.  Seriously lacking on the meat actually.  Someone should tell Geno that it's called a cheese steak and not cheese bread.  Also luckily, I ended the evening with one and a half Jim's cheese steaks which surprisingly ended up being my favorite of the trio.",real
7568,"Went here for a special dinner on a weekday evening around 8:45pm. Got seated immediately upon arrival and had an attentive waiter. Order the Greek Salad, platter of 3 different spreads & zucchini chips to start with some wine. That would have been enough food except we went for the baby lamb chops as well, which put us over the edge! Everything was very tasty though we didn't like the fish spread on the platter. Will definitely be going back.",fake
24126,"Fernandes came highly recommended, but I was rather disappointed.  First the good: - The service was outstanding.  They were attentive to the point you never had to refill your own glass of sangria, yet they didn't rush.  They would have happily let you sit there all night. - The atmosphere made you feel like you were sitting in a subterranean restaurant in Spain/Portugal and not Newark, NJ.  Nice place. But the food.  I had the Paella Valenciana.  All of the fish was so dry I could barely choke it down - mussels, clams, lobster, shrimp and scallops.  The portion was enough to feed 2-3 people.  I ate a very small portion of it, the rest is sitting in my fridge, most likely the trash being the next spot.  It's a real shame. The BF got the rodizio.  Of the meat he ate, he said most of it was very good.  But he was disappointed that the liver and heart (yuk) never made it around, or the pork.   I would go back again but only to get a meat dish.  If you end up going, do NOT get anything seafood related.  You will be disappointed, I can promise you that.",real
40218,"When looking for Barrio Chino, I walked by it trying to find it. There is no indication that you have arrived. No sign, just a menu plastered to the window. The place is very, very small. The seating is horrible. It leaves for no privacy for you and whoever you're with. The menu was allright. Not many options. As we waited for our food we smacked the gnats away and tried not to make eye contact with the chefs who were smiling at us and winking.  Maybe that's why the chicken in the tacos tasted like it was seasoned with dirt and the meat in the Enchilada Verdes were so dry. I wouldn't reccomend this place one bit. Unless you enjoy being gassy after a bland meal.",real
15689,"I am always careful of writing Yelp reviews - my husband owns and is head chef at a successful restaurant and unhelpful reviews can be so frustrating.  In this instance, I feel fully compelled to ""yelp"" my happiness for last night's dinner! 8:15pm reservation for our second wedding anniversary. Everyone on the staff knew it was our anniversary - a nice touch. Made us feel very special, although I think they would have been just as nice if it hadn't been a special occasion. Seated promptly upstairs - skylights in the ceiling are beautiful especially since the remains of a thunderstorm were rolling thru and the lightning was flashing a bit - very cool. I really liked the lighting overall. Our waiter Chris was knowledgeable, kind, attentive, yet unobtrusive. The sommelier Frank really stood out - he paired wine by the glass for each of the 3 courses, all of which were totally stand-out fantastic wines.  I am pregnant, so he graciously poured me a sip of each wine at each course. Truly every dish was delicious, inventive, and an experience. Started with mushroom bruschetta and salumi...pasta course of lobster tortellini and duck angolotti...secondi was veal cheeks over polenta and suckling pig. Dessert was bomboloni and shortcake. We really loved everything.  The entire experience. I would highly recommend this for a special occasion. It has been a long time since we've had such wonderful, genuine service.",fake
45832,"It's amazing how one bad waiter can ruin what otherwise would be an OK restaurant.  Had dinner there last night, sat outside.  Greeting by the door staff was pleasant and they quickly sat us.  But then this dismissive, snappy, bitchy queen of a waiter appears and it went down hill fast.  Inattentive, lousy, uninterested service paired with mediocre food does not cut it...just unacceptable.",real
26063,"cozy. warm. candles. great wine, great prices. perfect date place.",real
28187,"Buttermilk Channel is on par with Grocery and Good Fork as another destination restaurant in Red Hook/Cobble Hill/Carroll Gardens (ReCoCa?).  In fact, we're lucky to have the stretch around Buttermilk include notable locations like Frankies and South Brooklyn Pizza. Reservations are not taken for parties of 4 or less.  We were informed of a 45 minute wait when we arrived at 8PM.  We were halfway through our first drink at Minibar when the maître de called and let us know that our table would be ready in 10 minutes. Those in line ahead of us decided to eat at the bar. They offer a separate vegetarian menu however we ordered from the main menu.  We started with skewers of mozzarella and basil, which was very good but difficult to split between 4 people, and the sweet potato and goat cheese croquette place, which was fantastic.   For appetizers, we sampled the apple and cauliflower soup, squash and ricotta tarts, and a plate of Rhode Island and Newfoundland oysters.  All were excellent.  The oysters came with an unusual vinegar and orange sauce, as well as some lemon slices. Main dishes included pasta cooked al dente with a sweet potato and pumpkin mash, duck meatloaf, trout and bacon with jonnycakes, and the fish special.  My pasta was fantastic as was the duck meatloaf. Dessert servings were large and better shared.  We ordered the delicious pecan pie which is layered with ice cream in a tall ice cream sundae glass.   Apple donuts were freshly made but a bit dry.  The chocolate bread pudding with orange was awesome. Midway through, the owner Doug came by our table to check on us.  We complemented him on a creative and excellent meal and really lovely setting.  Service by the waitstaff overall was attentive and extremely polite but seemed a little shaky on some minor details, e.g. mixing up who ordered each plate on two of our courses. We ordered a bottle of Claar Cellars cab/merlot blend which was one of the lower-priced bottles on the menu and very good. Overall an excellent new place with a lot of promise, certainly with a chance to be Grocery/Good Fork-style superb.  We're looking forward to returning in a couple of weeks.",real
11249,We absolutely LOVED this place!  Great food!  Great service!  So close to the subway that you can have dinner there and take the subway to Times Square for the shows!  LOVE THIS PLACE!,real
43372,Dalessandro's still very good but not as good as they use to be before they changed ownership. They use to be my number one but now I rank them third behind Chink's and Philips in South Philadelphia. Kevin H.,fake
14778,"wings! wings! wings!.. they have the  mostest kickest ass wings in philadelphia in my opinion... famous and asian there is a rumor real asians r used in the asian style....i usually roll w/ the famous which r  serve w/ good chunky blue cheese not the watered down shit that resembles  tooth paste spit up...they have a good burger  and  i think the best beer selection in northern libs ( they favor belgiums)..their menu is all over the place:  shrimp dumpings, pierogies, steamed edamame, etc and a sunday brunch...and they rank from ok to good ...but i always grab the wings.. i really like the place's setup...gets a bit dark at night  though..but it's all bout the wings..did i mention i like the wings",real
37112,"The best price for a quality lunch around. The establishment is also extremely clean, which is something that many midtown delis lack. The employees are so friendly, I can't help but walk around with a permanent smile while I'm there. AND The selection of gourmet foods, which include a deli full of  sandwiches, a hot bar, fresh made to order salads, and Asian Options (Soba, Udon, Ramen, and Bibimbap) is second to none with extremely reasonable prices when comparing to the area. I shouldn't even want to add this positive publicity because I don't want to see my favorite lunchtime eatery get too crowded and highly demanded, which economics 101 suggests will increase the prices as well. Regardless, I can't help but spread the word because this place is that good.",real
30081,"If yelp only had half stars.  I rounded up for you Silk City because I like your food and beer selection. I most recently came here with a group of friends as the last stop on a beer garden bar crawl.  We were able to be seated pretty quickly with a large group and we had very good service.  We sat at a large table in their garden and I ordered the mussels.  I really enjoyed them.  They were served with fries over them (not too many) and each of the mussels besides being cooked perfectly, actually tasted like the sauce.  That's tricky to do but they pulled it off. I'd definitely say come for the food and beer.  Sit outside in the nicer months and you'll have a good time.  Skip dancing in the other side because they charge a cover that I don't feel is worth it.  There are other close places to dance for free.",real
47307,Great new place bright clean All food made on site 12 beers on tap,fake
43714,"I'm a big fan of philly cheesesteaks and I've tried almost all of them.  Delassandros is solid but it's not the best.  The meat was ok but not flavorful enough in my opinion.  The roll was good but not crispy enough.  The sharp provolone was the standout, it was excellent.  I would certainly go back, but it's not the best.",real
21502,"Spicy Tuna Burger, yes you've heard it, that's right! All hail Japanese meet American cuisine. Highly recommended! You have to try it. I bet you! Great food and friendly servers. 4 stars..",real
2021,"Geno's has one of the worst steaks in Philly and the owner seems like a xenophobic jerk to boot, so, yeah, don't go here.",real
43715,"These are the best steaks in Philly.  I know Pat's and Gino's get a lot of press, but as someone who grew up in Germantown/Mt. Airy, this is the place we'd take the bus to to get good cheesesteaks.  They don't have fries...but I think that's a good thing - less artery clogging in one sitting.",real
2552,I might just be a tourist that doesn't know any better but Geno's tasted damn good to me.  I got the wit whiz and it was way better than any other place in the US I've been.  There hot sauce was surprising a lot hotter than I thought so I had to brush it off to not ruin my yummy cheese steak.   I've heard that some locals hate this place due to political reasons and health consciousness.  With this in my mind I still had a good time and delicious meal.  A must try if you are visiting Philly.,real
46934,The steamed dumplings are amazing but the pho has no taste. Also it is a hit or miss when it comes to the Pad Thai.,fake
26826,"been there 3 times. All meat served in beef or bison... your choice. I love the burgers. One day I'll try a steak, but the bison burgers are so darn good! Perfect atmosphere for downtown eating and the bar is a cool spot to hang too.",real
23863,"I'm going to hold at 4-star for now but it looks like high prices are causing a drop in quality and selection.  Also, the boss at the front reception area should lose that scowl. After all, we are paying for the meal. The head waiter told us to order appetizer and desert, next time. This, after we had 5 drinks for 2 people and frequent the place at least once a month!",fake
47194,"I came to Obao after seeing Matilda on Broadway.  I was in the mood for a nice soup/noodle dish and Obao received numerous quality reviews here on Yelp.  I was pleasantly surprised on how nice it was on the inside.  It had a dim lighted atmosphere with colorful light decorations hanging from the ceiling.  As I mentioned, I was in the mood for some sort of soup/noodle dish.  Our waitress highly recommended the beef pho-bo.   I have heard a lot about pho and I've seen pictures of it.  I have been wanting to try it for the longest time so that is what I ordered as my entree.  For appetizer, we ordered the steamed dumplings.  I am not exaggerating the fact that these dumplings were the best I've had.  They had terrific flavor and really hit the spot.  The beef pho-bo truly lived up to my expectations.  There were thinly sliced pieces of beef, noodles, scallions and rice noodles in it.  The broth was amazing. Overall, I really enjoyed Obao.  The wait staff was super attentive and helpful.  I will most definitely be coming back in the near future.",real
32668,Oh Americana...another recommended diner by yelp and another job well done. My wife and I stopped here for dinner during a little road trip. The parking lot was packed but they sat us right away. The wait staff was very good and both our chicken parms were good. A lot of menu options and the breakfast all day is always a nice touch.,real
38175,"I ate vegetable stone rice with tofu soup. To be honesty, it is not better than Chinese tofu. But I love stone rice.",real
44907,wow!  The best!  Homemade pasta- great food- romantic- and great wine list!  Love it,real
39963,Some of the best Mexican I've had in NYC. Small and cramped but the quality of food and drink make up for it.,fake
23656,"I have been here a couple times. They have a great atmosphere, I mean really great... so great that you don't really notice much else. While you are busy having fun, they serve some pretty good food and nice sangria. The waitstaff is nice, but sometimes there is quite a wait and they can get very busy. It's fun and I'd go back, but if I'm dying for really good latin food, it's gotta be El Unico in Weehawken.",real
3084,"I had Geno's to-go one time and I think I ate 2 sandwiches they were so good. It was a lot of food but the cheese one the steaks really set it off and I couldn't stop after one.   But I ate so much when I burped, I burped in Spanish and the owner made me puke up my sandwiches and returned my money for not speaking English.  I could understand his concern so I didn't have a problem with the situation. This is a must stop for and Philly tourist.",real
12343,"I came here for lunch on a Sunday with a friend.  I was surprised by how spacious the inside was for Hell's Kitchen.  This place can easily accommodate large parties with their subterranean level . I got the Papa Rellena which are deep fried mashed potatoes with meat and a small amount of raisins stuffed inside.  The outside looked and tasted like they were lightly fried which added just the right amount of toastiness to the mashed potatoes.  Since it's hard to deep fry mashed potatoes without any breading, I thought they turned out wonderfully.  These were soo good especially on a cold day.  The appetizer came with 2.   The waiter also recommended the empanadas with rotisserie chicken stuffed inside.  Since this place is known for its rotisserie chicken I figured this was a two birds with one stone dish - the restaurant's specialty and my craving for fried dough.  The stuffing itself was good but I do wish that the dough was fried more.",real
45392,"This is a Michelin recommended restaurant and it take reservations.  Not an easy find.  My friends and I sat outside in the fall weather and had the perfect Sunday brunch. I ordered the poached eggs with summer squash and sourdough toast.  While I am unoriginal in my eggs benedict default selection at every brunch meal, it does provide a base for my judgement of how creative a restaurant can be.  Seriously, it's easy to make an eggs benedict, difficult to make a great one.   This was definitely an elevated eggs benedict.  The squash was fresh and sauteed to almost a sticky consistency, which corresponded beautifully to the crunchiness of the sourdough and the flowing yolk of my eggs.  Take a bite of the basil, and you've got so many unusual but surprisingly complementary tastes in your mouth; it challenges and redefines your sensations. (Though I have to admit, they did overcook one of my poached eggs so that the yolk was almost completely solid. My friend ordered the Huevos Rancheros with three baked eggs, black beans, ranchero sauce,Monterey jack cheese, lime creme fraiche, crispy tortillas, pickled jalapenos.  This was delicious; not too rich, not too creamy, and the perfect blend of brunch flavors with a Mexican influence.  I wonder if my friend was annoyed at me reaching over so many times to have another tiny bite.  Oh well, too bad if he was. We also got the chicken liver mousse.  I'm scared of anything with the word ""liver"" in it so yeah so comment there. One note though - if you are over 15 minutes late, they no longer hold your reservation and you will have to wait.  Just be aware and send constant reminder texts in capital letters to your party to ensure timeliness.  Of course, being New Yorkers, we know it doesn't always work.",real
41991,Interesting drinks and atmosphere. The vibe can get a bit too busy and/or trendy for my taste. The food did not impress me.,real
15531,"we started with a really nice red from LI. amazing kale salad with pecorino, delicious squid, and the risotto...oh the risotto. i have no idea what it's made with (freekeh? was ist das?) but it was creamy and amazing. everyone was sweet. prices were totally affordable, as well. there's a little grocery thingie in the back that i didn't get to check out, but it reminded me of my fave vegetarian resto in amsterdam which also has a similar setup. evoking nice memories, always a plus. it's a small restaurant, but a group rolled in with a wheelchair and after some scrambling, they were able to accommodate. that was nice to see. afterwards you can go grab a drink at heathers and say hi to the awesome swiss bartender-lady.",real
3958,"One of my favorite places in the entire city. Insanely huge portions for the money and the half-a-chicken is perfection itself. The wine is good, the water is freezing cold and the tostones are my favorite appetizer. There's a huge fridge of Goya juices (just like you used to drink as a kid!) and sodas. Everything is delicious because it's homemade. Highly recommended.",real
21868,"Fantastic! Best for a date or small groups. This lovely, candle-lit spot is the size of a jewel box.",real
23075,"The ambiance at Cuban Pete's was amazing. I think I was dancing in my chair the entire time. Our group brought our own bottle of wine & our server made it into Sangria - very tasty and a unique BYO option. I got the Gloria sandwich - it came grilled with cheese, pickle, onion and shredded meat (pork, I think). I would definitely get it again. My friends got the tapas - highlights: chorizo & fried cheese. The pear salad looked great as well. We arrived at 3pm on a Saturday and the place was hopping; there's a definite possibility that we would have had a hard time getting in if we had come at a more traditional lunch or dinner time. Long story short: I would definitely go again - especially if the weather was right for sitting on the patio!",real
678,"Heck yes. Went here on a date and it was great. It was a little hidden, so it took a minute to find. Really glad we did though. Started off with an Estrella (because it was on tap, and it is a Spanish restaurant after all), then moved (begrudgingly) to sangria. It was really good, even though it is winter time. For dinner we shared several plates. We started off with a plate of assorted meats and cheeses (Una Tabla de Quesos Y Embutidos). These were varied and interesting, definitely a good place to start. Next we had the octopus (Pulpo A La Gallega), and it was stunning. The octopus was velvety, and perfectly seasoned. Get it! Last we had the meatballs (Albondiguillas Estofadas), and they were delicious. You are probably thinking, ""Meatballs? Really?"" But don't think, just do. The sauce was tasty (make sure you have some bread). I will definitely be back, hopefully on a night when they have flamenco.",real
42794,"I recently stopped by Max Brenner late one Tuesday night. I asked if they had WiFi because I needed to finish something for work. I sat at the bar and had the most delectable chocolate cocktail while I was getting my work done. The hostess and the bartender were friendly, the place was clean and lit for romance, the WiFi was speedy. A great experience. I've been here for food before, which has always been top notch. They make amazing things with waffles, like the arugula, grilled chicken, goat cheese and sun dried tomato salad I had last time I went. But the chocolate cocktail, my friends...that is why you go to Max Brenner. CHOCOLATE.",real
2631,I've been coming here since I was a kid and could barely see over the counter. It's a right of passage if you live in South Philly. You can't just order anytime of way. You have to say you want it wiz wit. I know it sounds crazy but that's how it's done. The classic is a cheesesteak with cheese wiz and onions. Everyone has there favorite but this is mine  and I will eventually bring my kids here to have there arteries clogged also.,real
49556,"Great coffee bar making some really fab breakfast sandwiches. Very friendly counter help, and always smiling. Prices are fair and reasonable. Great music playing in the background and of course free wi fi",real
44504,"I want to say that the Counting Room is so good that I'd trek out to this scary side of Williamsburg on a more regular basis, but I think I'd be lying. A 5 minute walk to Huckleberry can't be beat. But, with all the great cocktail bars in the B, all of which are cheaper than Manhattan, with none of the fuss, I'm more likely to get my drank on in the home borough than the city. Though I would come here to get away from debauchery on weekend nights when I feel like being civilized. The space is open, the dranks are good. And only $10 each! Hollagolla - kinda like a sidecar, delicious. Salt and Ash - Mezcal and Tequila lemonade, nuff said. Italian Heirloom - Interesting! I'm guessing cynar gives it that smokey flavor, and the lemon oil bittery taste was also unique. This would be excellent in the winter time.",real
38917,"Fantastic food! Great service from mustafa and staff for our group of 8. Loved the duck, beet salad, mushroom soup, and all our appetizers. Parking was tough due to eastern penn Halloween event, so mustafa found us a place.  He really took care of our group and brought us a bday surprise.",real
29119,"Awesome discovery ! Tried this new spot last week - was expecting a typical wine bar with its usual fare and was really surprised by the exceptional food and the wines.  Think high end bistro with some french regional specialties I never had before. The wines were a surprise too, didn't know the organic wine had so much to depth. In summary, the Trader joes of wine bar.",real
19656,"Long ass wait, an hour to be exact, BUT totally freakin worth it!!!! Awesome bbq, maybe best in the city. Plus they hooked us up with a round of free beers for the long wait. Highly recommend!!! Just maybe not on Friday night lol.",real
28227,Don't show up without a reservation!  Saturday is crazy busy.  It is worth the crowded atmosphere!  The service was spot on and the food was fantastic!  Try the cavetelli with macedemia nuts and veal and mushrooms!  awesome!  Not a place for atmosphere or romance...just great food.,fake
5686,Excellent Sangria!! I miss hanging out here since I moved away from New Haven. Will bring my husband here for a date night sometime. The closest I've been to Cuba is Miami and this reminds me of Cuban in Miami. Intimate and casual. Good for many drinks and food.,real
6317,"The staff here are really, really nice and probably the best part, but the 'cue didn't do it for me tonight. ""Fatty"" brisket was lean, dry, and not fresh. You go to Hill Country or Mighty Quinns to get brisket and it tastes like the meat just came off the smoker. Unfortunately Morgan's doesn't come close to achieving that. Beef sausage tasted pretty good, but it was cut up into small pieces and all the juice and fat had run out before I took my first bite. It was like eating sawdust. This is easy to fix: give the grown ups a knife and let them cut it up. The best food was the sides, slaw was really nice, pinto beans were awesome. I knew eating here wasn't going to be the second coming of Christ, but I expected more than what I got.",real
44138,"Yo Zio, your pizza's BANGIN'. I lived a block away from here for a year and ate here frequently. The staff is friendly, the dining room is clean (it's also a shrine to futbol), there are always plenty of CP and PWs available so you have somethin to read while you munch. the plain slices are huge and awesome. do it up.",real
17048,Me and my wife went for dinner a few nights ago. Get there a little before 6 like we did or you're gonna have to wait a while. The food was excellent. Friendly service. And they even gave us 2 scones from lunch to take home with us for free. We had them for breakfast the next morning and they were delicious. We'll definitely go back one day.,real
27,"AWFUL! Had half an hour to kill this a.m. so bypassed Capogiro to go here as had read good things about it. What a mistake!! First the girl working at the counter barely acknowledged me. When she did -made no eye contact, made me wait as was on the phone. When she finally waited on me whispered and was impossible to hear over the god awful fan racket coming from the kitchen. I then waited almost 10 mins to get my capp - I was the ONLY one waiting.  When i finally did get it was not very hot. The fan noise from the kitchen was deafening and the whole place reeked of old sandwiches and curry, I think. Couldn't leave fast enough. SO not the relaxing cup of coffee i was hoping for. When I left my clothes smelled of curry or something. It was just awful. Angry at myself for going out of my way for such an unpleasant experience. Only good thing was the croissant (which am sure came from elsewhere).",real
3773,"I Love Hot dogs, so falling in love with this place wasn't a Big surprise! They took toppings I would've never thought to put on a hot dog & made it great. I come here every Friday after getting my hair done! Never a let down, great place, great food, great Customer Service!!!",real
24384,good gastropub with a nice diverse menu.  try the appetizers.,real
38896,As a sommelier at a very well known restaurant in the city I have very high standards for hospitality in this industry. I have never been more appalled by a dining experience then the one I had at this restaurant. I went for lunch to celebrate a friend's birthday. She is a Food and Beverage Director at a fine dining restaurant in the city and was given a $100 gift card from a guest of hers. The food was hit or miss and the service was pretty bad. The chef apparently doubles as the server as well. I had to not only ask for a menu but also silverware throughout the course of our lunch. When the bill came it was $105. We placed the gift certificate along with $30 cash as the "servers" tip in the check presenter. He came back to let us know that the gift certificate had expired and was no longer valid because they had already done their taxes and counted the $100 towards their sales. Not only is this illegal and poor booking keeping but refusing to let us use a gift that had already been paid for its just HORRIBLE hospitality. A gift certificate's value should only be applied to the stores net sales AFTER it has been redeemed. The man said that he spoke with the owners and they said they could still not accept it. They made my friend walk three blocks down the road to an ATM to take out another $100 cash so now they were making out double the money on the bill. He must have been surprised to see that we did not leave him a tip after this ridiculous ordeal because as we were half way up the block we were chased after by the irate chef/server with my friends to go food that she had left on the table. He screamed "DON'T FORGET YOUR F***ING FOOD!" and threw the bag at my head. I am still in disbelief as I write this review. I don't know how this place is still open with people like that running the show. I didn't know whether to call the police or the Better Biz Bureau. I opted for the later. Hopefully they are shut down soon. Do yourself and your physical safety a favor and DON'T EAT HERE.,fake
37746,Pure pleasure to hang and eat here with friends. Atmosphere is pretty cool. Awesome people waiter you. Coolness in its nutshell.,real
9831,"The atmosphere has declined since the sale of this restaurant (there is now a TV in the bar!), and so has the food.  It looks quite decorative when it arrives on the rectangular white plates that many restaurants have recently adopted, but it doesn't taste very good.  I should have known when the server described dishes that contained many many ingredients--as if each additional ingredient increased the probability that the food would taste good.  It doesn't.  Since the White Dog has a nearly captive audience in university city, I sure hope that it is inspired to improve its food.",fake
31333,"Mac & cheese and the grilled cheese with tomato were flawless, delicious delicious delicious. Really cute and trendy cellar-ish dining room. Good for small or large parties, looked like they had a back room that would hold a large party quite nicely. Also has a really cozy patio available for outdoor seating.",real
37049,"Yums! Was visiting a friend in NYC and we stopped by for lunch. Delicious food with lots of healthy options and a wide selection of American and Asian-style foods. I filled up at the salad bar, which offered quinoa, kale, rice balls, california rolls, and a lot of really fresh ingredients. I heard they also have black bean paste pasta sometimes, too. They also have the best udon soup, which my friend got, but they also offer pho, sandwiches, fresh french fries made with real potatoes, etc. We actually came back for lunch the next day, too, and I had the sushi, which was also delicious. Prices were really affordable, the space was clean and wide, and all the employees were really nice. Would definitely come back if I was visiting the area again!",fake
31473,"I love Caseus....I love cheese, too, so that shouldn't be a surprise! They offer a very tasty and often changing menu, and also offer some great wines. I love the poutine, yum! It's a cozy little place and I like the atmosphere, though it does feel crowded at times. Definitely one of my favorite spots in New Haven.",real
1194,"Nothing like their steaks,been there many times after midnight to satisfy that Philly cheese steak craving that Geno's has done so many times in the past.",fake
28624,We tried the curry dip and curry hot soba. The soba was great but didn't leave an amazing impression to me compared to Soba Ya. The sliced pork portion was very minimal. We also tried Pork and Okra croquette which was just OK. The Chicken meatball with rice outside was pretty good though takes a long time to come out. (17 minutes is what the menu said). Tried the spicy cucumber appetizer and the salmon thingy -- meh. Seating was tight and uncomfortable but it is NYC... Cash only!,real
41312,"Their food is really really good.  I ordered their Pollo Cafecito with a side of sweet plantains.  They are really delicious.  I was skeptical of ordering Pollo Cafecito because I usually doesn't like chicken breast.  But their spice made it really delicious. I ordered delivery and it wasn't as fast as I hope it will be (considering I ordered during off-peak hours).  But the wait wasn't so bad, just plan to order before you get too hungry.  Would love to pay a visit to their place.",real
19562,"this place has solid beers and tasty food (though a bit on the salty side). the bartender(s) are generous with their liquor in the mojito (yum!). it's a place i keep coming back to, if for no other reason that to try their constantly updated draught list. also, it's probably one of the only non-creepster restaurant in old city. much appreciated!",real
18270,"Been wanting to come here for MONTHS (maybe even years?) and finally made it a few days ago. My friend and I went for a weekday brunch here around 3 p.m. and there was no line! Crazy! We ordered the famed blueberry pancakes and the buttermilk biscuit sandwich. Blueberry pancakes *almost* lived up to the hype -- I say almost 'cause they've been hyped so much to me that it was impossible they would actually live up to my expectations. Still they were probably the best pancakes I've ever had (save for homemade as my husband used to whip up some crazy-delicious blueberry pancakes) and the maple butter really makes them special. Also was a fan of the buttermilk biscuit sandwich. I thought the price was reasonable and service good. Overall a very satisfying meal and we both left completely happy. I'll definitely be back, I only hope my luck continues and I won't have to wait for two hours as I won't wait two hours for anything -- not even those blueberry pancakes.",real
4783,"There really isn't anything more that I can say about Tom's that hasn't already been said.  I turned my roommates on to the place one day, not long after we moved in, and we haven't looked back.  We bring visitors here (once our guests requested we go here every day of their stay and we ended up going 3/4 mornings), we bring our hungry selves here, and we recommend it to anyone who hasn't gone here before.   The service is amazing - cookies, coffee, sausages, fries, and oranges served to patrons waiting in the cold during the winter, in the rain during the spring, and the heat during the summer.  The food is amazingly priced and also does its job of hitting the spot after a quiet night of heavy drinking.   This is definitely a gem and institution in the Crown Heights/Prospect Heights neighborhood.  How can it not be when it serves delicious food and provides the best service in the world.  Let me tell you about this one time that I was about to leave and the place was so packed that I couldn't get my winter coat on.  On my way out next to the line of waiting patrons, the retired proprietor was shaking hands with leaving customers.  As I was about to give him my hand, he takes my coat from my arm, and helps me into it!  No other diner makes you feel more at home - not in New York, not in California.",real
32830,"I was here recently for a cozy dinner, and the intimate atmosphere was perfect. Service is friendly and attentive without being obtrusive. The menu here seems to rotate, but the Alaskan shrimp appetizer and the trout with potatoes and leeks were both phenomenal. A bass dish with crispy grains was not bad, but by no means comparable to the other dishes. Dessert, a brownie with mango sauce, missed the mark on taste in spite of beautiful presentation. Overall, a lovely and romantic BYO sure to impress your dining partners.",real
34782,"I was extremely disappointed with our treatment by the staff this morning.  This is the objective facts of what happened:  My party of 3 arrived at 11:20am, and we were told by the hostess that there was a 20 minute wait, which I thought seemed a small timeframe, but I believed her.  After 10 minutes of waiting, I noticed that we were #5 on the list of 3+ parties.  There was a concurrent list for parties of 2.  They seated a party of 5 who arrived after us prior to seating us.  We witnessed another party of 3 who arrived before us and had been told 15 minutes speak to the hostess about the fact that they had been waiting over an hour, and she responded in a frustrated tone, ""We can't control how quickly people eat and move along.""   80 minutes after we arrived, we were finally seated.  I asked our very nice waitress if I could speak with the manager on duty.  She wanted to know why, and I told her about our waiting experience.  I told her she could pass the message along herself or she could send the manager to our table.  A slight man, who apparently had told someone who arrived about an hour after us that there was ""no wait for you"", came to our table and apologized for his hostess's lack of hospitality and because she hadn't offered us coffee the whole time we waited.  He also responded to jrg's comment about how the hostess almost got punched after she copped the attitude with the other party of three, ""That would have been cool.""  He also told us that it was her first day on the job.   Perhaps it was a confluence of bad behavior, or perhaps it was a new restaurant still growing their busy legs, but I will definitely think twice before I return on a Sunday morning.  I'll ask myself, is it early enough to go?  is it late enough to go?  how hungry am i?  how much patience for way underestimated wait-times do I have this morning?   Additionally, I noticed a large bottle of vodka and a bottle of champagne in the drink area despite the lack of alcoholic options on the menu.  I found it to be odd but forgot about it until right before we left when I heard the cork pop and 4 glasses of mimosa be served to a table in front of us.   Perhaps this might be a place where it helps to know somebody?  I'm disappointed because I do want to like this place soooo much...",real
8609,"The menu was farm-to table based with simple descriptions that were expanded upon by our lovely server. The dishes however blew us away! Delicate and modern, extremely well balanced, beautifully presented and totally delicious. A true diamond in the rough,",real
47643,"This is a really nice restaurant but it has some major competition. Francesco's, Amore, and Lunello are all close by. I prefer Francesco's or Amore over this restaurant. The decor of this restaurant blows the others away. It is nice for family gatherings. I have only been there once so I would be willing to give it another try.",real
34177,"5 minute wait last night, awesome for a Friday night. What we ate: Watermelon Gezpacho: watermelon and tomato? The bits were finely chopped so you couldn't taste the difference. I really did not like the texture. My fiance however, really enjoyed the texture and taste. It wasn't very bitter, sort of sweet. Chips and salsa: verde and rojo salsas never fail. Chicken Quesadilla: chicken was shredded, which i love, and the cheese was not gooey or over powering. There was also corn and vegtables in it. The sides of sour cream, salsa and lettuce were fresh and delicious. Perfectly complimented the quesadilla. Mahi Mahi Tacos: i tasted the fish too much, my fiance did not. I was not a fan of this dish at all. It needed a little more flavor, like a salsa or sauce. Refried beans: softer and creamier than most other places, hard to eat with a fork. Bu, freaking delicious. Frozen Lime Margarita, no salt: delicious.",real
18593,Great pancakes!!!!,real
15684,"Absolutely delicious. I think this was actually the best meal I've ever had. I went with one other person and we had pumpkin soup with hazelnut bread, some sort of sausage and lentil appetizer, suckling pig ravioli, the Corzetti (pasta coins, braised goat, mint, and chili oil), and the Roasted Rack of Rabbit, along with two cocktails. The meal was a little pricey ($130+tip for two people, but given everything we got that doesn't seem so bad), but that's literally my only negative. Every single aspect of the meal was superlative. Every dish we had was so different, but all equally amazing. The cocktails were also very, very good. Wow. The person I was with said it was better than Vetri, where he'd been a couple weeks prior. Amazing, amazing meal. Can't wait to go back.",fake
30761,"Not only does the 360 degree round bar and frozen (literally) beer taps add to Park Tavern's character, but this place is literally the perfect place for drinks and matching grub! As some of the other reviews have mentioned, you HAVE to order their pizza... just like Stephanie L. said the eggplant and garlic is every vampire's worst nightmare, but a combination to absolutely die for. I've also never been disappointed by their broiled chicken, Eggplant Rollatini, Fish& Chips, Popeye Sandwich (btw, a definite OMG on this order if you like chicken, spinach and provolone; and if you're packing an especially crazy appetite)... truth be told I can't recall anything I've ordered off the menu ever letting me down. And again, you have to love the easy vibe of the place. The bartenders are as accommodating as they come (Dee is the sweetheart or sweethearts) and service is always right where you want- and need- it to be. You come to Park Tavern after a long day with wanting nothing more than to let your hair down and kick-back; and believe me when I say that this is the exact place to do so. On the flip-side, make your way over on a weekend evening and you can expect nothing less than a good kind of pandemonium- the bar two or three deep and tables filled to the brim. There's a reason Park Taven have bouncers for these nights, though I'll have to admit I've rarely seen them in action outside of carding at the door. I take that as a good sign, considering my personal safety and well-being has always been high on my priority list. And you can't help but notice the regulars, people who have been coming here for not just years, but decades. As we all know there's something to be said about a business that caters to patrons both old and new, not to mention the fact that these old and new patrons are all very steady regulars. The bartenders are either next-generation family or people who have also been working there for years (for some, 20yrs even); again, easy indication of Park's consistency. I, for one, have easily fallen into the category of ""new regular""... but hit me up in a couple of decades, and you may just find me in the latter category!",real
6665,"I thought it was great. Kung pao ribs, hummus, french onion soup dumplings, fried green beans, steak frites.  All was yummy  yummy. And omg..dessert!",real
25286,"I ventured all the way over to brooklyn to try this restaurant based on all the hype.  As expected, we knew that they do not take reservations.  We also knew that the waits are long and ridiculous. We got there, and there were about 20 people ahead of us... I felt like I was in line to get in to a hot night club.  Luckily, there was a ""sun shower"" and the rain scared off about 75% of the line.  We put our names in and then proceded to walk the area.  This place is literally right across the street from an amazing waterfront.  We spent roughly an hour hanging out... no problem.... got a text from the hostess so we rushed on back.  Waited another 30 minutes and we finally got seated at the bar. We ordered the fish sauce wings just like everyone else, and boy were they delicious.  We shared the pork belly, the stewed duck leg and some sticky rice.  Everything was very good.  Our bartender made us some pretty awesome drinks as well. All said and done, this was a great restaurant.. was the wait worth it.. ehhhh... not too sure about that one, but i would certainly go back if I knew i could get a seat at a reasonable time.",real
32661,"Ate here before heading the the Halloween attraction ""Field of Terror."" Food was great.  We got a mix of breakfast like French toast (crunchy and plain) omelettes and I got the Gorgonzola roast beef sandwhich, which I highly recommend. Bread was delicious.   Definitely more of a gourmet type dinner.   Priced reasonably and even had some craft brews on the menu.    We all agreed we would definitely go back if in the area again.",real
24270,"Really great service, great beer selection and a good menu, especially the vegetarian options, and reasonable prices. Oyster mushroom po' boy and portobello sandwich are both delicious, really legitimate fries too. It can get a crowded but I've never had a problem with slow or bad service. I wish there were more places of this quality in the area.",fake
6764,"I visited the restaurant with friends and it was the first time in a long time I didn't choose the restaurant - so I was pleasantly surprised at how awesome the food was here. Started with a round of cocktails which were good, but not out of this world for the price. Go here for the food. Everything was ridiculously delicious, served tapas style, so be prepared to share. With a group of five we all got to try several dishes, left feeling full and the check was not bad per person.",real
44068,"I've visited Zio's several times in the past without complaint. In fact, I highly recommended it to colleagues and friends. No more.  Every business is entitled to a screw up...just not this.  I ordered the Chicken Antonio platter (grilled chicken breast, spinach, feta cheese and tomatoes on pita bread w/side of fries).  One word: horrendous. The chicken was a huge piece of rubbery, tough glob - full of grease - heaped on just a few strands of wilted, overcooked spinach and tomatoes with ice cold feta cheese thrown across the top. Since it was not diced, I could not close the pita. The chicken was so greasy, it made the pita bread completely inedible. Everything fell apart in my hands on the first bite.  It was disgusting. All of it.  So basically, I paid almost $9 bucks for an order of fries (which was only lukewarm, btw). I contacted Zio's seeking rectification.  Never heard back.  I was more turned off by this than the inedible food. Just another ordinary pizza joint more interested in making $$$ than providing quality.  Needless to say, I will not be returning and really wish I could retract all those good recommendations I gave away.",real
14597,"really crappy service, but really good food and nice ambiance. They take forever to get your order and get the food and get the check. I think that every time I go there, I cannot get out of there in shorter than 1.5 hours.",real
27127,"The owner of Buttermilk channel has brought a great restaurant and experience to this neighborhood. He is really kind and great with guests.  For the most part the staff have been really great except for tonight. Our server (one of the more 'mature' women servers) was particularly rude and over-the-top attentive to my husband - to the point where she filled his water glass and not mine, despite the fact that I was extremely thirsty from my salty scallop dish. After an entire evening of being overly gracious to my husband, I asked for the check (women do pay the bills as well) and her eye balls popped out of her head.  She handed the bill back to my husband and not me. Very rude and lacking class. I wish the food could have made up for the lack of service. Not sure I will go back unless I am hung over and in desperate need of brunch.",fake
11629,"My fave late night spot for munchies....I like the no resey policy for small parties. Seafood raw bar is good for light eats if your eating at the bar. The tower of raw seafood is a good starter for groups. For appies the bone marrow and oxtail marmalade is rich and heavy....will definitely put you in a food coma. I prefer the foie gras terrine and the escargot which comes in a tasty sweet gravy mixed with some other veggies in a bowl instead of the typical garlic overkill jobs you usually get with escargot. My favorite dishes are the fried chicken, duck breast, hangar steak, skate and striped bass. The fried chicken is comfort food to the fullest. The red trout, pigeon and steamed flounder are decent but not my fave. The paella is average. Looking for a place for late night eats or a solid place to eat without having to worry about reservations or being stuffy then this is the go to spot. I used to come in late night and grab a seat at the bar and grab a bite and a few nightcaps before turning in.",real
17370,"5 stars for the food, minus a star for the insaneeeee wait. insane! i once tried to come here for brunch last year, but after waiting 2 hours my low blood sugar gave out and i made everyone go somewhere else. i came back for a 930pm dinner, and had to wait an hour for a table. i will say that i RARELY go back to a restaurant that does not take reservations and that there is always a ridiculous wait, but the food is honestly SOSOSO good. came for pancake week, and had this amazing japanese/pumpkin pancakes...and it was melt in your mouth amazing. they were sweet and crunchy and i am not usually a pancake person. best pancakes i have ever had, hands down. the jalapeno corn bread/honey dip is also sooooo good, i mean everything that went into my mouth was excellent. anyways, i will come back only if someone comes and checks in first who lives nearby, and then i'll come in so i wont be waiting for 2.5-3 hours. only way. yummy yummy food!",real
19742,"If you remember the old joint, there was a dark room on the right when you walk in, where various medicore bands of various levels of weird would play (occasionally some good shows, but for the most part, meh), which is now an open dining room. Big improvement. You can also see the decor, due to the introduction of...light. It's a pretty nice addition to the bar, nice, but not so nice as to lose the character of the original Khyber. The North Carolina style barbecue pulled pork sandwich was served with spicy vinegar barbecue sauce, and topped with coleslaw. The pork was good. Not great, but good. It needed a serious kick of dry rub, and was lacking in bark. Bland comes to mind. Also, it was not served with the sauce on the meat, but rather on the side. I was also not a fan of the sauce, quite honestly, and looked to the optional Kansas City style sauce also presented for relief. None granted. I could get over the meat being just okay, as it was actually moist, but the sauces were just lacking that certain something. They had no ""pop."" The best part of the sandwich platter was undoubtedly the baked mac and cheese. Nothing life changing, but it was a solid rendition, perfectly cheesy with a nice baked topping. I ate both, but really enjoyed the mac.",real
41802,"I have two friends who live in the neighborhood who constantly rave about this place! Yesterday was my first time there. After a lot of hours spent day-drinkin' we were ready for food, and something close by. Sweet Afton it was. I've read/heard such great things about their mac n cheese, but I had eaten that exact thing for breakfast (don't ask) and didn't want to repeat. I opted for a burger. Heavenly. Added Irish cheddar to it. Cooked exactly how I wanted it (which I find rare these days. ha! no pun intended!), I basically inhaled the thing. Came with brooklyn pickles on it - usually am not a fan of pickles on my burgers, but man! There was something about the flavor of the burger and cheddar and onions and pickles that made it frickin delicious. Thinking back now, I'm fairly certain my companion and I didn't mutter one word other than ""oh my god"" while eating for a solid 10 minutes. It was good. Want to go back for brunch. Love the decor. Solid cement (?) bar, kinda cool. Wood ceiling and brick wall. Love it. Minimalist, but it works. I also want to try out the outdoor section.",real
27492,"Delicious, friendly service in a great environment!",real
7266,"If Continental could be a person, it would be a 20 or 30-something sophisticated yuppie dude. He would love Bruce Springsteen and Lady Gaga and Sigur Ros and hip contradictions. He would be well-liked and at the top of social hierarchy. He would check himself out in reflective surfaces but act like he doesn't care. You could go on a great date with him, but he would have a faint lingering smell of Axe body spray. My friend Komal S. loves Continental's wasabi mashed potatoes (can be ordered late-night), and I must say they are phenomenal.",real
24716,Awful service.  Mediocre food.  Their vegetable pasta did not have any of the vegetables they have listed on the menu. I ordered the hanger steak. Food didnt all come out at the same time for the table. My entire table received their entrees and mine never came. I asked multiple times about the status of my dish and finally got my food 45 minutes after my table got their food.  Worst experience I've had ever at a restaurant hands down. Manager and server never even apologized. I was very disappointed and will not be returning to this place.,real
11666,"Oh, Blue Ribbon, you will forever be one of my all-time favorites.  I was so young when we met, all bright-eyed and bushy-tailed and brand-new to the big, bad city.  You were older, yes, but you were so charming.  And everyone knew you.  ""Oh, you MUST know Blue Ribbon!"" one after another exclaimed.   I think the first time we met it was winter.  It was late, maybe around 1 a.m.  I was already impressed when you said that 1 a.m. wasn't even late for you.   I remember  heavy, dark curtains at the door.  I got tangled in them a bit and I blushed, but, either you didn't notice or you were chivalrous enough to pretend that you didn't notice.  I was with a couple of girlfriends, and you knew right away that we were out of our league.  You gave us a smallish table near the back of the room.  Still, the server was kind.  We ordered red wine and cheeseburgers, medium-rare.  There was mayonnaise instead of mustard.  You let my friend substitute mashed potatoes for french fries.  It was the best burger I'd ever had.  That night, we felt like real New Yorkers for the first time.  I will be eternally grateful for that. I was definitely smitten, but a girl's life gets pretty hectic in New York if she's going to make it, and our visits were intermittent.  I'd have liked to have seen you every other night if I could.  I don't know if you could tell, but I was still completely impressed with you every single time we got together, no matter how long it had been since I'd seen you last.  You taught me so much about good food and good service.  You were so confident, so sure of yourself and your craft, but you always remained warm and welcoming; you never let me feel like I didn't belong.  Even when  there was a long wait, you always made me feel like you really wanted me to stay.   You set the bar incredibly high, you know.  I think some part of you enjoyed watching the young naïf's eyes open wide with each new sensation.  Oysters, Trout, New York Strip, Rack of Lamb, Steamed Artichoke, Duck Breast in orange sauce, fondue, Steak Tartare...these dishes are so familiar to me now and some iteration of them is on a million different menus around the country, but few do them as well as you.  You were my first time with any of them in public.  Could you tell? Because of you, I ordered Bone Marrow!  I know!  Bone Marrow and Oxtail Marmalade!  Right in front of God and everyone!  I could hardly believe I was doing it, but it was so unimaginably good!  Sweet and savory and satisfying in all the right ways.  I know I'm not the only girl you've ever shared that with, but, for me, at least, it was really special. And here we are, almost 10 years later.  I think you're just as charming as ever-- still so effortlessly debonair and cool, still so warm, still doing everything so well.  I spend most of my time in California these days, so we really don't see each other too much anymore.  And there are others still in New York who probably know you better than I ever could, it's true.  Still... if it's all right with you, when I think of New York, Blue Ribbon, I'll always think fondly of you.",real
18821,Came back a year later and it was just the same as I remembered! Delicious!,real
7279,"Hanging chairs are less suitable for eating than previously thought. The food was diverse and delicious although perhaps a bit too diverse.  Of course, that all depends on what one orders. Crab pad thai, french onion dumplings and sesame spinach have particularly opposing flavor profiles. All around pretty good times but nothing spectacular--of course we weren't aware of the roof deck!",real
23437,visited this place twice in a week!! everything i had was dellish and the wait was sooo worth it!! definitely try the flan and drink up all the sangria possible... so many options its hard to choose where to start..,real
35312,Seriously delectable food. Excellent service. Yummy cocktails. We couldn't stop gushing over  the food though.,real
27703,"My boyfriend and I have wanted to try Buttermilk Channel since moving to Brooklyn in August. The only question I have, after our dinner this week, is: WHY DID WE WAIT SO LONG TO GO TO BUTTERMILK CHANNEL? Seriously, top five meals I've had in the NYC area. We went on a Tuesday - free corkage night! - and as soon as we walked in, the waitress brought us wine glasses. The place was pretty empty at 6:30 but when we left at 8:30, it was jammed. It's a small restaurant, but very charming, with soft lighting and an attractive wooden bench lining one wall. The food. We started with the House-made Pickles: both spears and rounds, which were delicious. I think they used a special kind of vinegar, because I'd never had anything like it. If you like pickles even a little, you must try these. As were enjoying the pickles, our waitress brought out a plate with two complimentary popovers (still hot from the oven!) drizzled with honey and sprinkled with flaky sea salt. It melted in my mouth. For entrees, we shared the oft-mentioned Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Cheddar Waffle, and the salad with olive-croutons, fried capers, fresh mozzarella, and soft egg. The chicken was amazing - a little hard to eat, but so tender and flavorful, my mouth is watering just remembering it. The salad was unbelievable - the croutons were little pieces of bread studded with pieces of kalamata olives, and the fried capers crunched between my teeth. So satisfying. When the waitress took away our entree plates, my boyfriend said, ""I think we should get dessert, because I think dessert here is going to be REALLY good."" Normally I don't order dessert out, because it tends to be overpriced, and I'm more of a savory person, but I had a feeling he was right. The dessert was amazing! I had a coconut pot de creme, which managed to be sweet without being cloying or overpowering, maybe because it was cut with light whipped cream and crunchy flakes of roasted coconut. My boyfriend had the chocolate chunk bread pudding, which, for all of you chocolate lovers, was fantastic. The best part? The bill for all of that food came to $60, or $35/person with tip. Not something I can afford to do every week, but I feel like I got MORE than my money's worth. Go! Buttermilk Channel is calling.",real
37822,"We came here for dinner, and it made me want to die in a Brazilian's arms. Honestly, everything on the menu is good. So follow your fat little heart. Also, please don't skip on the cheese bread because it will make you re-prioritize what you thought was life.",real
26306,"This place is a staple for the area and yet it always disappoints. I don't get why this place still gets packed, probably due to the fact that there are so few brunch spots? I went here with the boyfriend on a Sunday and we had a one hour wait even though we called a head half an hour earlier (the hostess just forgot to put our name on a list)  and tensions were high during the wait. We felt like canned tuna being shuffled around waiting along with the hoards of other grumpy customers. The hostesses clearly couldn't handle the pressure and their anger towards the customers were quite sour and really deterred from our experience. When we finally got our seat, we ordered two specials. One was called the main line which came with corn bread, eggs, broccoli and  bacon. The idea was intriguing, but the execution was awful. The bread was so dry it wasn't even palatable!  We also ordered a mexican omelette  which came with  boiled chicken and salsa/avocado combo dolloped on top. Everything was so bland and lacking any depth or flavor. I found myself dousing everything with salt, pepper and hot sauce. Worst of all, the hostess and the waiter really made us feel rushed while eating; the hostess would stare us down while we were finishing up and the waiter shoved the bill without asking us if we wanted anything else.  This was slightly insulting after that long wait.   Stay away from this place on the weekends. There aren't too many other food alternatives in the area if the wait is crazy. We were hoping the wait would be worth it. There are many other brunch places that will serve better food that wont be as crazy. Sorry Sabrina, we will be taking our business elsewhere.",real
46859,Good place as far as IHOPs go. I love the french toast.,real
3463,"My wife and I were back in town with our kids.  We've been gone from the area for over 20 years, but we still know what good pizza is, and Fred and his team fit the bill.  What was even more important than how good the pizza tasted, was the fact that we got into town much later than anticipated, and by the time we dropped off everything in our hotel room, most every food place was closed, except for fast food.  We found Piccolo Trattoria at 10pm, just as they were wrapping things up for the night.  But, Fred opened the door and welcomed us in, as all we wanted was a takeout pizza.  We offered to leave, but Fred and his team took very good care of us and had us leaving with a smile, and soon thereafter, full bellies. We are in NJ for only a few days, but will try and make it back before we leave.  For those of you who live in the area and have not tried them yet, do so...you won't be dissapointed! Thanks again, Fred!  btw, sausage just the way I like it!",real
16497,"This place is good, but good enough to travel from the Upper East side and freeze our butts off waiting outside? No, it is not. It's pancakes . And bacon. And frankly, I've had far better bacon at home. Aside from the food, the whole wait and text and be back in 5 minutes when we tell you gave me anxiety. No breakfast is worth that kind of nonsense. Should have just dropped a hundred bucks on breakfast at the 5 star hotel we were staying at. Maybe give this place a go on a nice summer day when hanging around for an hour is no big deal. Otherwise, this place gets an eternal pass by me.",real
10522,"My family loves the food and the owners (Haseem and Miriam). The food is fantastic and they make us feel like they have known us forever..like we are family. It's rare that you visit an establishment and they go the extra mile to win your loyalty by providing great service, complimentary appetizers or desserts. They know how to make their patrons return! The food is finger lickin' gooooood.",fake
44106,Good food. They seem to care and tried hard to make the food custom to order.,real
11061,"Delicious BBQ chicken, and the amount of food you get for $10 is insane.  Lots of chicken, well-seasoned, rice and french fries.  Great for take out...nothing to special about the scenery or tables.  You'll have left-overs that you're looking forward to!",fake
48188,"Top quality products. This place goes direct to the Fulton fish market every morning to hand pick products for sale. Of course, you pay for it.   It is a bit overpriced, but if you want good fish this is where you should go.",real
43971,"I can't say anything good about this place.  The waitress was especially rude and disinterested.  She basically threw our plates on the table.  They weren't placed in front of us. I was served old food which looked as though it had been sitting.  My husband asked for split pea and we were both thrown two cups of chicken soup.  My husband's chicken cordon bleu sandwich was like cardboard, only the Kaiser roll was edible. Yuck.  I would definitely NOT recommend this place to anyone!  Disgusting food and horrendous service!",real
28154,"Amazing.  Absolutely wonderful.  Our new favorite place. The Service: everyone here, from the girl at the door to our waitress, was friendly and helpful.  Ask for recommendations on food/drink, as we basically created our whole meal this way.  The wine choices were perfect. The Food: very much comfort food.  Simply put: wow.  The chicken was so moist and the sauce for dipping was perfect (sweet, tangy, spicy).  We got bacon/sugar infused almonds which were out of this world.  The burger meat was unreal: moist, cooked, flavorful.  The pecan sundae was packed with flavor and yet, simplistic at the same time.  Both my wife and I had the perfect glasses of wine, selected by our waitress, that we actually wrote down the names of them (which, to this day, we have never done).   The decor: here is my first negative.  It is a bit noisy during busy times.  Once things calmed down a bit, it wasn't as bad.  But during peak hours, holding a quite conversation would be near impossible.  The bathroom is about 10x more comfortable and homey feeling than my own bathroom.   Cost: it's not cheep.  But, at the same time, there are reasonably priced items so you don't feel like your getting ripped off (IE: the amazing burger and fries dinner is $11).   Expect a wait during busy times.  But, swing by and put in your name.   Also, they do have a big table in the middle.  So if you had a big family gathering (like 10-12 people), and you could afford it, this would be perfect.",real
10263,"I have to post about how much better White Dog has gotten!  I had the first meal EVER there yesterday that I enjoyed.  For the first time, the food and the service were both excellent.  I had the spicy lamb bolognese, and I really enjoyed it -- the ricotta on top was cold, and they need to offer grated cheese with pasta (DUH!), but on the whole it was a first-rate dish -- tasted of fresh, local, homemade ingredients exactly the way a meal at White Dog should.  Better yet, they got the orders right and didn't need 3 hours to serve a simple lunch.  I've always been Mr. Negative about White Dog, but now I feel like the change in ownership may have successfully shaken it up.",real
10571,"The absolute best garlic naan! Fantastic service and tasty fresh-cooked food. The vegetable samosas are wonderfully spiced. This is a new favorite spot; if it were closer to my apartment, I would eat there at least once a week.",real
32860,"I came here with my gf for their Prix Fixe Sunday menu.  The meal was pretty good overall and the service was great!  The place is kinda small so if you're not into feeling cramped like sardines then this place is probably not for you.  Our meal started off with the salad that had cheese and watermelon.  It was light and a palette cleanser.  Next we had  tuna with plum cabbage radish and toast.   The scallop corn coconut soup with shiitake mushroom that followed was also very good.  I love seafood so this hit the spot.  Though the shiitake flavors were a bit overpowering in my opinion.  The mahi with swiss char and heirloom tomatoes was really good.  I'm always a fan of fish and mahi.  The blueberry coffee cake with coffee whipped cream that we finished our meal with looked good but wasn't as yummy as we had expected.   After our meal we didn't know what to say except that it was just good.  We were satisfied but that was it.  We didn't understand some of the flavors and textures of the dishes as some parts of it were good and some parts were ""why did they do that""?  We are still borderline on whether to come back or not.  If we did, we would most certainly not come on a Prix Fixe night....",real
25997,"After a friend suggested a visit to Jadis, I engaged in my typical research routine by scanning my fellow yelpers' reviews for something positive.  I was pleased to see that everyone recommended this cozy wine bar and looked forward to sampling it myself. I walked down the short staircase and descended into the rustic wooden spot.  The front of the restaurant was lined with several intimate tables and a simple bar, while the rear section provided larger tables and loungy couches ideal for bigger groups.  I felt relaxed and conveniently at home in the quaint Jadis...that is, until the host intercepted my path.  ""Can I help you?"" he questioned, as he grabbed two menus.  I crained my neck around him to scan the back room as I replied, ""I am supposed to meet someone here and am just looking to see if they have arrived.""  Feeling unwelcome in the main dining section, I volunteered to wait at the bar.   When my friend arrived we walked towards the rear room to survey the scene.  The host returned to prey on us once again.  We requested seats at a larger 6 person table, since the restaurant was pretty deserted at the time.  Instead, the man rudely offered us a cramped table that was pushed against the wall and adorned with stiff, backless stools.   We tried to counter by insisting on the bigger table, but received a warning that if we sat there we would likely have to move as the restaurant fills up quickly; the table would be needed to accomodate a larger group.  Surely I understood that, but we could have been addressed with more respect and in a kinder tone.  We begrudingly took our uncomfortable seats at the tight two-person table.   Luckily our waitress was friendly and provided quick service, making up for the host's poor staff example.  My sprirts were further brightened by a sweet, affordable bottle of Sauvignon Blanc and the laidback vibe provided by the casual decor.  We ordered several of the French-style tapas plates as well.  The tiny Crab Cakes looked exactly like those found in the Trader Joe's freezer section, but they tasted much worse.  The bland nubbins were a waste of $6.  Flaky, oily phyllo dough surrounded the fragrant Mushroom Truffle Risotto Puffs, which were crammed with 'shrooms, but lacked any visible risotto.  What tasted like frozen Scallops were rubbery, but were salvaged by  wrappings of perfectly cooked Bacon strips.   The Georges Mesclun salad was topped with chicken, bacon, and gruyere.  Again, the bacon was the star of the dish.  Strips of hard cheese also added a subtle kick, but tasted more like Parmigiano-Reggiano than gruyere.  The salad portion was much larger than the others plates and should be ordered with that thought in mind.   Unfortunately, adorable decor did little to save Jadis from a 3-star review based on mediocre service and cuisine.",real
46481,"SCRATCHbread make delicious focaccia featuring a crispy greasy bottom, and delicious pizza, which is the focaccia with stuff on top. The next day it is still yum but not delicious because the crispy underside becomes soggy and oily. They make a yum but not delicious brownie with texture like a dense flourless cake and something a bit like icing in the middle. I prefer gooey brownies so you might love it nonetheless. They make a plantain and mole muffin-thing (the Bed-Stuy version of banana and chocolate?) but that wasn't out of the oven yet. The chai cinnamon bun was a bit frightening - it has large crumbs of coffee bean in with the sticky yumness and I got tired of those quickly. Worse was the black pepper (which they also use on the foccacia) - I really disliked the strong flavor of the pepper and wish they'd used jalapeno or something else. I couldn't finish the bun's sticky yumness due to the coffee and pepper which is unprecedented in my history of consuming sweet things.",real
32751,"Food: 3.5 stars (good, not great) Service: 5 stars Value: 1 star (menu is overpriced by about 25%) The Sunday tasting menu for $33 is probably a great deal. However, I came on a weekday to find $14-18 appetizers and $32-36 entrees. My Little Fish entree and appetizer were respectively the single most expensive entree and appetizer I've had in Philly. I was hoping they would be exceptional. Instead they were just ""good"". I've had better fish entrees at Talula's Garden, Farm and Fisherman, and Matyson; and all of them were under $30.",fake
42979,"A friend took me there for lunch a few days ago... and it was a great experience. The food was good, the service excellent & friendly, and the restaurant was clean and cozy. There seems to be a little bit of everything for everybody... they've got alcoholic drinks, great sandwiches, chocolates for those who have a sweet tooth, and the most amazing crisp cut fries I ever had - they service this delicious dressing to dip your fries into that's awesome. I'm not sure I would recommend this as a ""dinner place""... but certainly a ""lunch place!""",real
3204,"When you think of Cheese Steak think of Geno's Steaks in Philadelphia . I would come in on the 2 o'clock train just to have a sandwich here before my girlfriend got out of class at Penn. Later that evening while she was asleep I would go and get another sandwich. Cheese Steaks are better than cuddling. Do not order fries with it, this is not a hamburger. Think of it as an Italian American gift to the world similar to the Burrito in California.",real
42552,"I loved the grain-free bread, chicken tenders and spinach with fried onions and garlic.  My daughter had the sweet potatoes and loved them too.",real
7079,"Been here twice now, once for brunch and once for dinner, but both times under the same circumstances. Continental serves as a great place to take visiting family who will be treating you to a meal. The food is not too expensive but the new age diner atmosphere is different than what non city dwellers are used to. I've heard it gets busy but as long as you avoid the peak hours it is a nice environment to catch up and take advantage of a free meal! The one common item between both meals was the french onion soup dumplings. They are the perfect bite but warning, they come out very hot and I did not learn my lesson the first time and still proceeded to burn my mouth due to lack of patience. The brunch burger is very standard and gets the job done if that's what you're in the mood for. Most recently my table went tapas style so I got to try a bunch of different dishes. The kabobs are great as I am a huge fan of meat on a stick and there is ample yogurt sauce for the three delicious treats. The lamb flatbread could use more lamb and the bread was too crispy but still nice flavors. Their tuna tartare was fresh although the crackers somewhat overpower the main attraction. I also sampled the roasted tandorri chicken, great flavor coating on the well cooked meat but the tapenade was too numerator on the olive/feta ratio. Lastly the cheesesteak egg rolls, you can't go wrong with these. The siracha ketchup just tasted like ketchup to me but the crispiness of the wrapper versus the tenderness of the beef = yum. Note: all beers are bottled, nothing on tap but there is an extensive cocktail list if that's how you roll.",real
800,"This place sucked!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Both Pat's and Genos are not worth the hype. If youre from Maryland, save the trip and just go to Jerrys or Continental down in kensington near DC. The service was horrible and there were no toppings! The flavor was so bland, we saved the subs and took them home to add toppings to it to not make it taste as nasty. Again, not worth the hype",fake
28840,"Really enjoyed the food and atmosphere here. Great byob, we came here once when it was a different restaurant and now the inside is much nicer and the service is really good. The mussels were excellent and their main entrees are really tasty and large portions.",real
11947,The atmosphere was great. The food was delicious and the staff was very accommodating. Will definitely recommend and return again. The Paella was excellent.,real
15350,"I wanted to give more, because I had the best brunch I ever had there four weeks ago, but..........  I went for lunch last week and did not have a good experience and just went for brunch again yesterday and it was average at best, so if they get back to where they were a month ago it would have been 5 stars.",real
20833,"Meatball Monday! My friend Dennis was craving Italian food and he was making the trip all the way from the far side of Queens, so I chose Uva as an affordable and trustworthy option. Surprise! We happened to walk into the cozily dim and crowded restaurant on the night it had a bunch of tasty meatball specials. We appropriately ordered the manzo meatball (kobe beef) appetizer that came with four large meatballs and a neat pat of polenta (it resembled panna cotta) in the middle. Absolutely delicious, and the service was excellent, if a bit overly attentive (which isn't necessarily a bad thing). We not only shared the appetizer, but also our entree of Pappardelle with veal ragu and montasio cheese since the decent portions and the accompanying fresh bread + olive oil were enough to fill both of us up. I think our entree's pasta tasted a bit stiff and cool, but I suspect it's because we took so long to finish our appetizer; the waiter kept asking if we were done with it yet. Dennis also ordered a glass of sparkling wine (I can't remember the name), which I took a sip of and found a refreshing alternative to a typical glass of white or red wine. If you check out their full wine list, however, there's something there for everybody. So Uva may be a bit pricy if you order multiple courses, but if you choose wisely, you'll find that sharing an appetizer and an entree may be enough for you if you also partake in eating some of their yummy bread.",real
11440,the original and the best. one of my all time favorites.,real
6452,Got there at 7:45am for and 8:08am tee time. Guy in the pro shop sent us right out and we no one ahead of us or behind us all day on a Saturday on Memorial Day weekend. The greens as said before were very fast but to a average golfer after the first 1-2 holes you got the hang of it. Fairways were a but unkept but made the holes interesting. With some better upkeep this course would be a must play especially for the price. I would recommend this course to anyone that is looking for a reasonable price and fun day. Also one drawback is there is no food stop or snack stand after ninth hole. So bring some snacks...and some adult beverages,real
14053,"I had pretty high expectations for Vietnam, as I really enjoyed my meal at one of the sister restaurants, Grill Fish Cafe in West Philly. Our meal had high and low points. We started with the Crispy Crepe appetizer - which was seemed part omelet and part crepe. It was filled with onions, veggies, and shrimp (I believe.) It was a generous portion for an appetizer, and was split very nicely between two people. I ordered the Lemongrass Soup, replacing the Chicken for some fried tofu (a request that could be accommodated.) After some deliberation and questions with the waiter (some soup has small/large size options), my boyfriend ordered the Seafood Noodle Soup (only available in large). Mine came out first, and had this bright, beautiful, colorful broth that tasted as good as it looked and smelled. The tofu was fried perfectly, and the noodles helped to soak up the incredibly flavorful and slightly spicy broth.  I definitely would order this again. My boyfriend's order comes out and it's a smaller bowl than mine. The waiter sets the soup down and we both see no seafood at all, but only a few pieces of broccoli. We call the waiter over and explain that he had ordered the Seafood Noodle Soup. After a moment of hesitation, the waiter scoops the bowl up and leaves. A solid 10 minutes later (I am halfway through my soup - trying not to eat every last drop before his soup comes out) - a new dish is put in front of him.  It is the same bowl.  With the same broccoli.  With maybe 3 or 4 shrimp on top. He ate about half of it. It was 100% not what he ordered. It was flavorless (unless steamed broccoli water and tasteless rice noodles sound appealing) and unexciting. Service otherwise was acceptable, and the atmosphere was pretty nice.  It's just a shame that he ordered and was charged for one thing, but received another.",real
43559,"Best philly cheesesteak i've had thus far, love that the meat isn't too fatty. I do wish there were more seating options in there but it is a small place. Love dalessandros!",real
27246,"A group of friends and I came here for a birthday dinner. I have to say I really find it accommodating and refreshing when restaurants have a vegetarian menu and their regular dinner menu. It just makes things a lot easier when you go out with a group and either you or your friends are vegetarians. That aside, the food here is impressive. The cauliflower-leek soup is a good choice for 1st course. It's creamy and just the right temperature (don't you just hate burning your tongue at the beginning of the meal?!). I also ordered a side of the corn bread with the chile-maple butter which was I think only 1 piece of cornbread maybe 2? I'm forgetting because the portion was so small. Definitely thought they could've given more cornbread...definitely try the chile-maple butter - it's to die for! Second course was the New England Hake. The Parmesan crust wasn't overdone or too salty ensuring that I could enjoy the fish in balance with the other flavors: mix of the orange-fennel broth and beans. Next time I go to Buttermilk Channel, I will definitely order Caputo's fresh linguine all to myself! I could only sample a small portion from my friend and it was the ideal pasta dish. Tasted fresh and perfectly portioned. I salivate at the thought of it! Another dish I was able to try was the buttermilk fried chicken. It reminded me of southern-style fried chicken - another hit. Overall we had a great experience at Buttermilk Channel and I'm already thinking about when to return!",real
24884,"To update, the business owner has been in contact and has apologized and made up for it. Overall the Bareburger experience in Center City does have potential to be a good restaurant to check out.",real
19114,"Finally made it here! I had the Pondicherry Special. Sooooooo yummy! I could barely finish, it was so filling. I work dangerously close to Thiru's magical goodness....",real
24596,"Stuffed is an all around great Restaurant. A local family owns and manages this restaurant and I experienced that this week.  The Food is absolutely outstanding, the Service is genuine and the atmosphere is clean and refreshing.  I am from Baltimore and heard about Stuffed through a friend so I figured I would try it.  Stuffed more than exceeded my expectations and Highly Recommend you give it a try !!!",fake
24677,"Their specials on various days of the week are a good deal. Went in on a Tuesday - prime rib special. Plus a groupon (though that couldn't be applied to the prime rib specials). Result? Each of us ordered a prime rib special. Then ordered an additional $45 of food. Party of 5. We split some appetizers, entrees, and drinks. Tuesday dinner. So it was fairly empty, though I'm told that on other days, particularly weekends, they get pretty packed.",real
29354,"Where to start with this restaurant. Well, I guess the most appropriate place would be to address how to eat here. I first found out about the existence of Bohemian after I visited the Japanese meat market that is associated with it. After doing hours (literally) of research on this place, I decided to take the route of emailing them and introducing myself. In this email I was honest about who I am and asked for the opportunity to dine there. I guess it left a good impression as only a couple of hours later, we received an email back with the phone number we could contact to make a reservation (I think we made the reservation that same day as well). The email that was returned to us was personally written and acknowledge things that I had written to them. I'm mentioning this because I want to point out that this isn't some automated response or generic boilerplate email they return. This was some hand crafted, personally addressed ish I'm talking about here. Which, maybe I'm old fashion, I think is pretty awesome. Now onto the good stuff. This place is freaking awesome. From the moment you step in, you kind of forget that you are in NYC. The restaurant is small and the tables/seats are actually spread out so each table has more than enough personal space. The seats are not normal restaurant seats, but instead are something you would buy if you owed a super modern and cool apartment. The owner of the restaurant (who was also our waiter) introduced himself and thanked us for coming in. His service was very good, not intimidating or rushing whatsoever. At one point he even talked to us about what we had written in our email to them. In a city that isn't necessarily known for having the best customer service at restaurants, this was a pleasant surprise. It was like they actually cared about the people eating at their restaurant, which I think speaks volumes about the Bohemian's purpose. This is a place that cares about the quality of food they are serving and the people that are eating it. The food itself was incredible. If you read any other of my reviews, you'll see that I only give 5 stars to places that I believe are the best in their respective categories. The category I place the Bohemian in is for ""steak"". He steak here was unbelievable. The daily menu for the different types comes on a cow shaped chalk board that highlights which part of the cow the steak comes from. We asked what he recommended and suggested what he thought was the best cut of the day. This stuff was literally dream-able. It came out pre-cut and was cooked perfectly. If you ever get the pleasure of dining in this establishment, please do yourself a favor and order the steak here. We also had the wagyu sashimi which was also incredible. The drinks were perfectly made as well. With the quality of the food that was given to us and the smallness of the restaurant you would think that this would be one of the most expensive meals in NYC. Think again. That's what is so cool about this place. They don't necessarily care about making millions of dollars. They are about providing a quality product to customers who enjoy great food and dining experiences. This is a top, if not the top, restaurant for me in NYC.",real
49185,"This burger Joint, is a great local place, very eclectic , No frills-Love them. I came here with a high school friend who has frequented this place handful of times. He loved it. So I thought I 'd give it a try, since Marcello & Jessica E. had given good reviews. We were able to find parking right outside, no one inside-yet. The place had pictures/drawings of burgers, etc from customers who had visited it -posted them all over the place, guess if you won, get a free burger or something. My friend said, ""Here, your the art person, draw."" I didn't want to. Wanted to eat.We placed our order ,I got a shake. Yummy. I got the sirloin burger with aoli sauce, bacon-OMG!! Huge burger, is it better then others nearby, Ahh yes!!! Hands down-it was. I like that they had little of variety then just burgers, tuna ahi sandwich, turkey , vegan , all kinds sides, it was nice for people who didn't want beef. I ended drawing a picture, course when we went up to the cashier, the lady was getting confused because my friend was trying to say he drew mine, & I drew this crappy -ass pic ..don't know what the hell his was-in his eyes, lousy interpretation of me. It was whack!!! I Take pride in my art, he wanted to pass it off as his, write his # , & contact info in it ??! WTF??! Joke or not, wasn't feeling it. Whatever. All in all..I will go back..great place, good food, local place, just food done right!!!",real
3214,I'd eat at Geno's but I don't know how to speak english.,real
21378,"Great date spot.  Very dimly lit wine bar.  Lots of wine and food.  Gets very crowded on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.",real
25592,"For the price, Abner's is good. It's not over-the-top awesome but it was a hot sandwich with meat and cheese. Prices are quite reasonable at less than $7 for about a foot-long sandwich. The turkey hoagie we shared was also good. The turkey was better than the turkey I had at the Jersey Mike's in Long Beach, for a random comparison. If I was staying longer in Philly I might give Abner's a second run.",real
32013,I found this restaurant thanks to Yelp. They have AMAZING breakfast Burritos. It's a smaller place but has such a family feel!,real
2660,Only cheese steak place I dislike more than Pat is Geno's. For it being a tourist hot spot in philly they're very rude and not flexible with people ordering withing their "system". All for not too...the cheese steak was dry and lacked basically anything that makes a cheese steak a cheese steak. Stay clear if you can. Over priced Rude No bang for you buck Three strikes you're out.,real
38025,"I've been going to this restaurant almost every week because I loved the service there. The hostesses are just amazing and friendly and so does the servers. Yes you might have to wait for a bit to get in(maybe because it was weekend?) but that's just because this place is real awesome. As I entered BCD Tofu House, the hostess asked me to wait a bit but I could totally wait due to her beautiful friendly smile and also because the restaurant was very busy that even I can see that they were real busy. Then I went in to have my tofu stew and I just loved it. I tried almost all kind of tofu stew there and they were all delicious as heaven. I go there almost every saturday and I can tell you people all, that they are just wonderful for both the food and the service. Not only me but my friends who go there with me every weekend, they also have been telling me how the people there serve us right. I have no idea how lucky I am to find this restaurant.. TONES OF STARS FOR BCD TOFU HOUSE!!!!!!!!!!!!",fake
807,"Last stop on our first trip to Philly. Left a very bad last impression of the city. Steak was so skimpy we actually had to complain, to no effect. These people obviously do not need or want tourists. Should have gone back to Reading Market, which was awesome.",fake
15056,"The food here was Delish... The place is super cute, friendly staff, line is not terrible... now, what more can you ask from a good brunch place? Food/Drink I tried and liked: Bloody Mary ( really fixed my hungover) Muffin ( forgot the flavor...but it was delicious, and I am not a big fan for muffin or cake) Kale Salad ( hmmm I don't like salad normally..but I have to say, Kale salad was good, except I was hungry 30 mins later) French Toast (one of the best one I've ever had.... i think) Defn would be back to this place... plus, it is ONLY 5 mins walk from my house",real
45193,"I'll give this place a 3 for their brunch. It does get very crowded here, so I advise on making reservations. My gf and i came here for brunch. I do have to admit that their brunch cocktail menu is pretty nice. I ordered the BLT Mary, and it was delish. I wish the bacon wasn't as fatty because when it's cold the rendered fat isn't as yummy, but the bloody mary itself was solid. Not the best, but not the worst. My gf ordered the cucumber soda 1st and then the canteloupe cooler. Both were very solid drinks. I actually really enjoyed the cucumber soda as it was very refreshing. Since my gf and I really do have a passion for food, we ordered 3 entrees..... Yes we ordered lemon ricotta pancakes as our appetizer! Don't judge! It actually wasn't that bad, and it pleasantly better than the pancakes that were served from Jane. The chilaquiles and huevos rancheros..too be honest i'm not sure what the difference is. I ordered the chilaquiles, but if they came back and told me it was huevos rancheros, then I wouldn't disagree. I do admit they have both dishes on hte menu and the waiter indicated that chilaquiles are better. It was pretty much a LOT of tortilla chips, 2 slightly overcooked poached eggs, doused in tomatillo sauce that was yummy. The pickled jalapenos added some heat and the cotija cheese added some salt. Overall the dish was yummy, but it was just too much and you kind of get sick of it after a while. Plus it didn't help that the eggs were overcooked. My gf broccoli rab and chedder scramble wasn't bad.",real
15249,"This would have been a 5 star, but I had to take one away for inconsistency. The kale salad is amazing, however, there was one time I went and it was just too salty. I thought the duck fat fries would be heaven, and they were only tasty. I liked my salad more than my duck fat, and that is crazy-town when you think about it. The home made sodas are awesome. The ambiance is kept really dark, and I could use a little more light to enjoy my food. I also find the no reservations thing a little hard to deal with, especially when you come with a group greater than 2. However, this place serves excellent food, and I would definitely keep this as a place to go when I'm in the neighborhood and I want someplace I am sure will taste good.",real
42665,You just got to... enough said.  It's an EXPERIENCE!  :) Chocolate lovers unite!,fake
44820,"This is surely one of the best restaurants in NJ -- and perhaps one of the best in the tri-state area. The food is always innovative, and almost always delicious (and when it's not they will correct the problem quickly and happily). But the real reason to go here is the service. It is impeccable. Somehow Eno Terra manages to hire/train servers who are gracious, helpful, friendly, never intrusive, and so professional. As far as I am concerned the service here sets the standard by which all other restaurants may be judged, at any price. The short ribs are amazing. They do both fish and steak very very well. Quibbles? Okay, while I love the wine selections, the pour is small, especially for the price. The valet service in the parking lot is well-intentioned but probably unnecessary, and can be easily confused. The bar area here is classy and the bartenders highly capable & also friendly. If you are looking for a romantic dinner with your significant other, a classy place for a business lunch, or a nice place to catch a drink after work, you can't do much better than Eno Terra.",real
6112,"I stopped in here and was surprised to see they had such a diverse menu, I just needed to use the bathroom and felt guilty so I ordered a hummus and it came with naan bread. This is the best hummus,  I ever tasted.  They place was packed so the food must be delicious!",real
750,Had the jalea and papa la huancanie( something like that) delicious delicious delicious! This place is a hidden gem. We order chicken and the lomo saltado again and it was consistent  like last time.  Sometimes there's not a lot of ppl there because they order it to go but don't be afraid to sit down and eat. The last two times we came in and sat down and watched the World Cup games lol enjoy!! ** street parking or there's free parking diagonally across behind this deli or around the corner. So worth it though!,real
6132,Generous portions for lunch Seared cauliflower was fried not seared Place was clean No gluten free options Nor whole wheat Available Mixed gyro was spicy and tasty Chicken seekh kabob was ground chicken Not whole chicken,real
8803,"Worth every star! We came into Williamsburg on our last day in the city before headed back to California. As a born and bred Alabamian, I can tell you they nailed the Southern flavors! We tried the chicken biscuit, honey biscuit and the sausage gravy- all three were AWESOME! And the buttermilk ranch with the crudités was also a great touch. Highly recommend and a great find!",real
26858,"Everything I got in my delivery order tasted like it was freezer burnt and reheated. Yuck. Don't call pizza city unless you want dry, soggy mozzerella sticks, rice balls or a tasteless Angelo roll. Hope you're not hungry for salad or bread, you'll recieve a pauper's portion of both with your entree. The one glimmer of hopeI have for this place is that their Chicken Saltimbocca was decent. Meh.",real
37450,"Really disappointed. We came here on a really busy saturday night. The place was bustling, really really loud,  and we were excited for a great meal as we had heard great reviews. After the apps, (stuffed clams and 2 simple salads) the meal went downhill. 1) There was plastic in our pasta dish, they said it was guanciale casing - even so, that stuff should be taken off, it's inedible, literally! 2) When 3 mains came out at the same time, we inquired about the 4th, the lamb chops.  We were told that they had been overcooked so the chef was preparing a sauce to moisten it up.  Can you believe that?  I appreciate the honesty, but if you over cook a chop, you shouldn't serve it. They did serve it, and as described, it was over cooked . . . and covered in a strong alcohol flavored broccoli rabe. The servers never asked if we were ok with it (we weren't), and they were too busy for us to get their attention! 3) The chicken parm and veal parm were fine, but nothing special.  Tasted like they had been fried in advance, and just covered in red sauce and cheese and put under the broiler before they came out to us.  I should know better,  ever since I ate at Parm over on the east side,  no other chicken parm will do. If you haven't been there, check it out, the food is much better. 3) The ricotta cheesecake was unattractive to begin with, but was unacceptable when we tasted it.  1/2 was frozen, and the other 1/2 was hot, microwave? really? 4) We ordered 2, 1/2 bottles of wine and were charged for 2 full sizes.   5) Service was neither friendly nor efficient, though I appreciated that my glass was full of water.  3 hours later I'm still drinking water because it was so salty! Anyhoo, I don't review things that often, but I really wanted to like this place and was so let down.  I'd say spend your money elsewhere.",real
19716,"Their kitchen is open until 2am in Old City everyday, need I say more? Their food is great and they have a wonderful beer selection. I'm definitely a fan and will be returning anytime I'm in Old City. Also get their sweet potato fries, some of the best I've ever had!",real
11029,"Fairchild embodies what a good market should be. They pack a lot of good into a small space. The staff is always friendly and polite. The food and coffee are always hot and fresh. The craft beer selection, although not as vast as some of the larger chain stores in the area, rivals that of the larger chains. The great selection doesn't end with their beer, this place is full of delicious treats that you won't find at most other places. One example would be the fine cheeses they offer from probably my favorite French restaurant in NYC, Artisinal.  It takes the right mix of things to keep me completely satisfied and this place offers that mix with ease.  Trust me, you won't be disappointed.",real
11001,"I'm not a Pho expert.  To be honest, the jury is still out on if I even like tripe, tendon, and thai basil.  But I enjoyed my experience here very much!   The pho ingredients were fresh.  The fresh spring rolls were different here - I want to say the shrimp was dried?  And there was some thin-sliced pork added as well.  Quite tasty. I loved the Vietnamese coffee with condensed milk - it's like an espresso milkshake.   The service was very personable.  I would love to see this place be busier!",real
24381,"By default, this is my favorite bar in West Philly. I don't mean to knock this bar, it's just frustrating when there is nothing else in West Philly and a bar becomes my favorite because of that. In general, I don't go to West Philly much, but when I'm there, it's always nice to stop by Local 44, whose most impressive feature remains the 20 beers they have on tap, and the two beers they are offering cask-conditioned. Brendan and Leigh, the geniuses behind Memphis Taproom, a bar that you've heard about time and again from this blog, did it right with Local 44. For beer-drinking, Local 44 is the place to go. I haven't frequented it very often (because it's like the MTR of the West), but my experiences there have been positive. West Philly really doesn't have much else. The problem that Brendan and Leigh, though, have created for themselves is the presence of Memphis Taproom (a better bar, in a better neighborhood). And for a resident of Kensington, I don't have much reason to ever be in West Philly, so I will always compare their other creation to Memphis Taproom. And even though Local 44 has more beer options than Memphis (and it is totally awesome to only have Orval in bottles), Memphis beats it on all other fronts, in my mind. And that's just one problem, the other is that the clientele there is just more... bro-ish than in Fishtown. Sure, you'll find hipsters in Fishtown, but I can tolerate their four-square and electronica more than I can football fans and their pop rock music. But, Local 44 is still owned by the people that own the bar I frequent the most, so there is a large level of trust and reliability that I put in that bar. I know the beer will be good, even if the food menu and the atmosphere are not as good as what I'm used to. And you can blame that on college students.",real
13559,Chose to explore this restaurant after reading reviews on Yelp. It was buffet night for the meat-eaters and the owner happily prepared Veggie Quesadillas for me. The food was delicious--I usually cannot finish an entire serving but ended up polishing off my plate! The place was authentic and unpretentious. This is definitely going on my list for future visits. I hope they have more veggie options up their sleeves!,real
13403,"This place is relaxing.  Yes, it's loud and crowded, but it's also without pretention and everyone there is so damn friendly so you can really get comfortable. Order the clam chowder.  It goes so well with a cold beer.  Creamy heaven.",real
10242,"Food and atmosphere was great way back when. Now it's just a shell of what it once was. Sunrise, sunset. We have no bananas today.",real
17255,"Amazing tourist trap! Tourists all want to come here. I'm never waiting another 1 1/2 hour - 2 hours to eat freaking pancakes. I have been here twice, both times were in the middle of winter. After freezing my balls off for an hour and a half in the cold, I'd probably be just as happy and fulfilled or even better off just getting a nice Egg McMuffin and OJ from McDonalds. I came here during pancake month. I must say that their pancakes are unique, but they aren't worth the wait. I've also had their eggs benedict with ham, eggs benedict with salmon, and the chicken sandwich (with avocado). The only thing unique about my dining experience here was that I had to wait 2 hours to eat pancakes. I'm cool with never having to experience that again. There are plenty of other breakfast/brunch places in the LES that are worth trying.",real
25616,"For what it is, this place is good.  They don't claim to be the best cheesesteak spot in Philly or anything else silly or obnoxious, it's a decent place to grab a greasy lunch or dinner if you're hungover or want your occasional splurge meal.  The burgers are not that good and I don't like their fries, but the cheesesteak is decent and they have ""cheez whiz"", lots of meat and they give you sauteed onions if you want.  Th emenu is pretty extensive but I don't feel safe ordering anything else.  You see lots of Penn undergrads and security people come in here for a quick bite.  Plenty of tables and chairs and right next to a strip club, yay!",real
38363,For a place that is called Tofu House I expected phenomal soondubu. I've had better though. A big plus about this place is that they give you HELLA tofu in the soup (too much for me tho...) Meh.,real
483,"Great service. Our waiter was really helpful and funny. He gave us some great suggestions for tapas and all of them were delicious. The sangria there is also quite amazing. We got pitchers of the mango and the blueberry champagne sangria, which definitely satiated our sangria craving. I will definitely be going back soon!",real
29255,"Really good slices in out typical jersey strip mall alongside busy 46 west in beautiful Fairfield. Clean dining area and friendly counter service. You can sit in the back for table service too. Good alternative to the other shops in the same spot: sushi, Chinese, deli, bagel, DD.",real
8689,"I was a bit torn on this one.... The service was great, the crowd was young and hip, the atmosphere is good and the food was good (but not great). I would normally give 4 stars for good but not great food with all those other pluses but when I drop $150 (for 2 people) on a few small plates and a few beers, AND I need a sandwich after, it needs to be damn good food. Especially in the heart of the Gowanus. Long story short, it's a great place to go with friends if you don't mind spending a little more than you should.",real
45261,"I had a wonderful lunch with my friends yesterday.  I didn't get a chance to ask the waiter's name but his friendly and professional service is worth mentioning.  His recommendation on main dishes and desserts were right on.  I LOVED the chicken salad.  It's not an ordinary salad.  Juicy and perfectly seasoned rotisserie chicken on top of fresh greens with beets, walnuts and golden raisins tasted amazing!  Lemon meringue was one of the best.  Overall, it was  a pleasant experience and can't wait to go back!",real
43893,my favorite cheese steak!,real
2179,It was ok. Definitely better with the wiz instead of provolone.... the cheese melts into gooey goodness. Pat's & Geno's are ok but way over-hyped.,real
19312,"Was wondering around the city on a Friday night with some family looking for a place to grab some food and drinks when I stumbled across this place. While the name got my attention, the menu is what got us inside. Having been from New Orleans, seeing their menu featuring things such as Po Boys, Red Beans and Rice, and Beignets was enough to grab my attention. Inside it was a fairly nice, albeit small, place. The size is not detrimental, as a lot of places in this area are on the smaller side. The bar was crowded with limited seating, but they were quick to get a table for us. The draft beer list is fairly good, with a variety of local beers and classic beers you expect to see at a bar in the city. Where this place stood out was on their bottle list, featuring beers from England, France, Canada, and many other countries. The beers featured were of a wide variety of styles and percentages, and they even had trappist rochefort 8, a favorite of mine. The food menu was concise and featured classic New Orleans favorite foods. I got a roast beef Po Boy which was fairly large and came with a side of my choice (I chose the baked mac and cheese). The Po Boy was not overflowing with roast beef and gravy as you'd expect in New Orleans, but instead was a more manageable size that required less napkins while still being absolutely delicious. The baked mac and cheese, while insanely hot, was equally delicious. The cheese was perfectly creamy while the top of the pasta was baked to a nice golden crisp. The waitress I had was great; she was quick to answer questions about the menu and the origins/history of the restaurant, and engaged in a nice conversation about New Orleans culture. The service from her, and whoever delivered our drinks, was prompt and well-mannered. I heard good things from the resident muffaletta expert at the table, and nothing bad was said about the surf-n-turf Po Boy either (breaded shrimp with roast beef). The waitress said their weekend brunch featuring beignets and cafe au lait was something to come back for and I believe her, as this place was a great find. I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to try a nice foreign bottled beer alongside some great, classic, and authentic food from the South!",fake
22239,"Great atmosphere, good prices.",real
43210,"I had lunch here with co-workers for Restaurant Week. Their RW menu had enough variety to choose from. I ordered the Southwest Salad, the over-roasted tomato pizza (which was enough for three servings, so I saved it for lunch the next day), and the Banana Split Waffles (which I split with the other three people). The food definitely filled me, but it was particularly unique, more chain-like. The space is cute, probably really fun for kids. I felt like I was in Willa Wonka's Chocolate Factory. I was glad to get such a good deal, but I wouldn't spend the money they're asking on their normal menu.",real
10781,Great latte and tea options,real
32190,This place was FANTASTIC! A small little place with delicious food. The shrimp spring rolls were to die for (and unlike most places had alot of shrimp in them!). I had the beef Pad Sew Ew which was super tasty and a very generous portion. The bartender over there was amazing too. try the Hello Kitty drink (amazing strawberry puree drink). Will definitely be coming back here soon!,real
1698,"What a disappointment. After hearing and seeing all the hype about this place, I specifically drove two hours to see what all the hype was about. The meat was dry and there was more onions than meat in the sandwich. I've honestly tasted better steak and cheese here in DC! Luckily we tried 2 other steak joints that were a little better so my trip to  Philly wasn't a total waste.",real
31226,"One of my favourite food places on Earth! Everything from the bacon-oyster stew to the grilled cheese and raw scallion carpaccio has been incredible. I always try to have the specials unless I have my mind set on the always-incredible Poutine with Juz de Duc, which is literally duck-gravy! Oh, be praised Poutine! Also a fine selection of the best craft beers in the area and most  helpful and friendly staff ever! A recommendation without a reservation!",fake
25558,"If you're going to get a cheesesteak, go downtown. The location is out-of-the-way and a little unsettling. The food is decent, but not the best cheesesteak I've had in Philadelphia - a pretty important distinction in this Cheesesteak City.",fake
2567,"So, as promised, I tried the guys across the street.  Overall, the steak was OK, the cheese good, but the bread was too chewy for my liking.  Good grease factor, but other things bring this place down: 1. Price.  $9 for a steak, $2 for a drink...I didn't even bother with fries. 2. I'm sure some of the cost of my food is going into funding all the touristy merch at this place.  Really?  You guys can't just serve steaks? 4. Service - surley...even for philly.  I've had better service from kidney thieves. 5. The pro-police, anti-immigrant crap.  I get it, cops are great.  What if I only speak italian, y'know, like some of your forefathers, do I still need to 'order in english'? If you like it, great, but I'll spend my $ at Pat's.",real
8208,"Wonderful ambiance, octopus and calamari to die for....but. I was ready to love the place. When you walk in, it has a casual elegance with an artistic flair. It is not quiet, but lively in an energizing way. The kitchen bar in the back is inviting. The food was spotty...although it may have been our ordering. The octopus and calamari are the best in the City...hands down. The giganti beans were a delight. Despite my protestations, my wife ordered lamb chops - average. The salmon on pilaf rice lacked any and all Mediterranean flare. The vegetable sides were pedestrian at best. The waitstaff was good and made helpful wine suggestions - they were well schooled in the many odd grapes that are part of the ancient Greek wine culture. I will go back, but only for the squid and octopus...did I mention that the octopus was delicious!!!!",real
44187,"We had a wonderful family dinner at Benito One - my parents were in town and were so tired from doing all the touristy things. This place looked inviting and non-pretentious, and boy were we ever welcomed when we came in.  The staff were so kind and attentive, and seemed genuinely interested in getting to know us. The pasta was fantastic, and the wine went down a little too easy.  All in all, it was a completely comfortable experience.",fake
26711,"Great place for brunch but it gets SUPER crowded and waits are long.  So get there early and get your name down otherwise you'll starve... Once seated though, get ready for some delicious food.  And the coffee, mmmmmmm... So much looks good on the menu we always end up ordering too much and taking half of the food home.  Although that's not a bad thing cuz that means MORE yummy food later.  Large portions, quick service and delicious food.  What more can you ask for?  Parking is not that bad, its metered though so bring quarters.",real
3809,"Awesome Puerto Rican food. I have been here three times and ordered various things off of the menu and I have never been disappointed. I ordered a mofongo and as soon as the order was put in I saw an old woman in the back (the owner?) smashing plantains in her pilon (mortar and pestle) which I thought was awesome. The waiter is so nice and friendly and makes excellent suggestions. The food takes a little longer to come out, but i'm sure its because the chef is putting the same touches on it that a family member cooking for someone would.  The prices are great, and the ambiance of the restaurant has a hard-to-describe Puerto-Rican feel to it. There is not a lot of seating so it's not very good for large groups, but i'm sure they'd be willing to accommodate if you call in advance. After a big meal you can sit back with a cafe con leche/coffe with milk, which they make very well here. 4 stars!!",real
37961,"I'm infatuated with this place and have been my whole life!! Such good food, I don't even know where to begin! Everything is amazing, from the pizza to their entrees... Their grandma slices are heaven, their focaccia sammies are to die for, and their bowties with sausage and broccoli is my favorite meal of all time. Also, their catering prices are reasonable and the food was nothing less than the amazingess I'm used to. I literally eat here 2-3 times a week!",real
20065,"After being educated by the locals on where to get a good cheese steak and to order a ""whiz with"", we headed over to Sonny's.  I have to say the service was terrible, but the cheese steaks were phenomenal.  So if you don't mind bad service and you're not sure where to go, then Sonny's Famous Steaks is your spot.  Just be prepared to get your hands dirty, because their cheese steaks are dripping with flavor.",real
42274,"Wow. Wow. If you like clean, fresh, organic foods, then this is the place! Grass-fed meats, organic veggies, anyone can eat at this place. The restaurant is deli-style, with a hot and cold counter, coffee and smoothie bar, and house-prepared desserts in a dairy case. Plenty of seating or just grab and go. It's a little pricy but definitely worth it for quality, nutritious food. If you like nuts, the desserts are where it's at- but be careful because they're deceivingly filling due to the healthy fat content.",real
45962,"Excellent for Sunday brunch!  I've wanted to try this place for dinner, but never think ahead to make a res & thus never get in!  But we went for lunch today & really, really enjoyed it!  First of all, they do NOT rush you in and out of the place.  Second, there wasn't a big push to order from the bar - & we're not big drinkers, so that was a pleasant change from many brunch places.  We were thrilled with what we ordered - I, the huevos rancheros.  Came in a large oval cast-iron dish, baked eggs with creme fraiche, salsa, lots & lots of black beans - it was absolutely delicious!  My husband's  spinach & zucchini frittata was also in a cast-iron pan, served w. a mesclun salad.  The iced tea was not watery at all; the waitress was pleasant, efficient, accommodating.  We didn't want the meal to end, so we ordered a currant scone to share, & that, too, was excellent.   We will definitely go back to, & recommend, Cookshop for brunch!",real
20174,"The atmosphere was incredible. I don't think you could pick a better date night restaurant on 2nd Ave. Service was polite and we were sat down quickly thanks to a reservation on Open Table. Food was superb and their wine list impressed the girlfriend so I was happy. The entire night has this delicious rustic italian feel to it and if you're lucky enough to sit in the wine cellar, it feels like you have been teleported there for a night.",fake
41308,"i was meeting an old-time HS friend (hadn't seen her in nearly five years) for a late lunch, and i was starving by the time i met up with her. On top of that, we had to walk quite a distance to the restaurant. BUT, it was worth it. Hands down, Cuban food is good. It was a Sunday afternoon, and it wasn't busy at all. It would be a perfect spot for a date. Very intimate setting, and our waitress was really sweet. She highly recommended the picadillo, which is basically a meat hash. I was a bit leery because it contains raisins- not a fan of savory-sweet dishes. But, i decided to venture out and be adventurous- OMG!!!- it was yummy! The mixed flavors of the tomatoes, onions, and olives really come through with the addition of the raisins. it was amazing. Plus, it came with fried plaintains- so i was very happy. My friend ordered this butter garlic shrimp dish, which she raves about. It looked good too, but i was too busy enjoying my meal. The only reason why i didn't give it 5 stars is that i only tried this place once, which is such a shame. i wish i could have tried everything. Oh well!! It's a great incentive to visit NY and try this place again. Afterwards, we walked around and randomly found this ice-cream shop on Avenue B. So, perfect way to end the meal. ** Note- It's a cash-only spot.",real
49850,"HOME OF THE TACO PEQUENO, Love the concept. Love the decor. and I got it that it has that hipster chic, slouchy beanie crowd vibe. Quite honestly we need more of these places. But seriously, a silver dollar sized soft taco shell with less than 1 oz of protein on each! C'mon it's a taco. My problem is I went in hungry loved the taco choices and tastes but I wish my server warned me that I would need  9 or 10 to fill me up.(disclaimer: I am a marathoner not a Man vs Food over-eating champion). I mentioned to our server that these were the smallest tacos I had ever seen and her response was ""Isn't t it great! you can order them and if your not filled up you can order more! She conveniently forgot that it took about 20 minutes to get my 4 teenie tacos for $10 - I guess I was not willing to wait another 20 and pay another $20. We also had a veggie eating with us and the only offering for her was a cactus taco. So she orders off menu and asks for a taco with avocado, cheese, lettuce and tomato. Not too difficult right? Not for Bar Taco, they do not serve tomatoes, What? that's right no tomatoes. I wish I took a picture of her taco, one sliver of avocado, three strands of lettuce and even less cheese. We just laughed...Mexican Haute Cuisine. Bar Taco is simply more bar than taco. So here is the deal...there is a Chipotle across the street. I suggest grab something filling there and then walk over to Bar Taco for a fairly overpriced margarita or mojito that they muddle in front of you.",fake
18415,"SERIOUSLY?!??!? We waited 2 hours at 11 am on Friday for a glorified coffee shop??? The blueberry pancake was delicious (not too sweet), but I never want to wait that long ever again for pancakes.",real
35233,"I was just here for my birthday and I cannot say enough great things about this place! If you're looking for an amazing restaurant, this is it!! The ambiance is so beautiful, filled with nothing but cool lamps, flowers, and candles. I had specifically asked to be seated in the back with the retractable roof but it was cold out so they instead kept it closed and started a fire in the fireplace. The food was a bit pricey but it was all delicious! I highly recommend the goat cheese and tomato sauce dish, garlic and buttered shrimp, and the hummus toast. There was not one cocktail on the menu that we didn't enjoy; half the initial reason I booked here was for the drinks and I was not disappointed. The entire staff was extremely friendly and they went above and beyond what I'd ever expect. The hot bartender in the front made the best drinks and he was very attentive to us. And Donald, the owner, not only check in on us continuously to make sure we were taken care of, but he graciously walked my party over to the speakeasy next door and cut us to the front of the line. My night got started on the right foot because of Salinas - thank you, Salinas!!",real
11919,Great place and great ceviche,fake
43874,"I'm breathing through a bag. Yes. I. Am. Not because I have chemical imbalances but because I can still smell the delicious cheesesteak that was in said bag, only hours ago. Yum;) I followed the Philly Yelpers' advice (you rock!) to this small, steaming room of carniverous goodness. Service was super friendly! I felt like I was in the owner's dining room/living room. Fiancé and I both had the Special cheesesteak (mushrooms, peppers, cheese, and tomato sauce). Me - provolone...him-American. As we ate inside, I added lots of inside offered peppers...yum yum...love anything super-burn-my-mouth-spicy!;)) A. The cheesesteaks were fricking massive, not too greasy, and so flavorful. After bite number 1, I thought to self...""self, I finally get what all the fuss is about authentic Philly cheesesteaks!"" B. Awww...I get it! I now know why all the food gurus were stuck on Philly cheesesteaks. Ummmm...if you get one from here, they make you crave more and you can avoid the tourist trap issues;) by coming here;) But more importantly, these delicious pieces of heaven cannot be duplicated anywhere else on our precious Earth;) Therefore, thank you D'Alessandro's to being local to Philly, as if you were in DC or NYC,  I'd be a weekly fan, stuck on my treadmill for an extra two hours, but it'd so worth it for your goodness! If you couldn't tell, I'll be back again and again for your awesomeness!",real
11882,Pio pio was very nice. It is a beautiful restaurant which kinda makes me feel like I'm in a birds nest??!?! The atmosphere was nice even though it was very loins and very dark. My favorite thing was the appetizer we had which was the seviche. It is a plate of seafood which is very hard too explain how it is but in one word AMAZING. The chicken was rotisserie and we absolutely delicious. I would defiantly recommend this restaurant if you want to try Peruvian for a change.,fake
16731,Best blueberry pancakes EVER!!! And the sugar cured bacon was a bonus. Very happy :-),real
42837,"Something I really like about Max Brenner is that they completely acknowledge and embrace the fact that chocolate is their specialty, so they offer the choice of either a full menu or dessert-only menu upon arrival, rather than forcing customers to order a full meal. My group of friends and I were there for dessert only, so we went straight for the chocolate dishes. The dessert I got was the American Apple Pie White Hot Chocolate, which was amazing. I have previously had the Italian Hot Chocolate at a Max Brenner in New York, which was incredibly rich and thick, too heavy and sweet for me to take. The Apple Pie Hot Chocolate was rich enough to enjoy, but light enough to finish, so I liked it much more. Plus the flavor combination was amazing: white hot chocolate with apple pie filling and topped with whipped cream and caramel. I believe this flavor is seasonal, so if you have a Max Brenner nearby, check it out! All of my other friends were very satisfied with what they got, including the fondue for two, a dark chocolate milkshake, and another chocolate platter. Everything was artfully presented on modern plates and mugs, and the experience overall was very enjoyable. Max Brenner is a great place to go to whenever you have a chocolate craving. And from what I saw in passing, their regular food looks very good as well!",real
7579,"Excellent, excellent, excellent...the food is amazing, the service is superb (never expected this level of service in any restaurants in east village to be honest) and the atmosphere is really romantic. They did a nice job on the ceiling with clay pots, liked how unlike it was to the other Greek restaurants out there mostly themed of Santorini, with white and blue. I took my boyfriend here and we both loved it - became our favorite Greek spot.",fake
49596,Ice cold eggs Benedict and truffle fries with a mountain of Parmesan. I didn't enjoy the food or the barely there service. Make sure you ask for your food to be served hot if you decide to go.,fake
46918,"When I'm in the area, this is my spot for lunch! I've had them deliver for work on several occasions and they've always been accommodating and on time - and the orders have always been right! I love the Asian grilled chicken wrap but frankly I haven't had anything that I didn't like. Their prices are very reasonable!",real
16535,"Clinton street baking is a super popular bakery with great food and baked goods. The brunch gets crazy waits, so arrive early or be prepared to wait a few hours. The muffins are delicious, especially the banana crumble. The staff was a bit brusque, though likely as a result of the huge line. The waffles looked like they would be worth the 3 hour wait.",real
5932,"Very good.  Went on a slow night (hurricane predicted).  Food was really tasty!  Got guacamole; came with homemade chips, a simple & tasty tomato salsa and a nice hot sauce.  Service took mere minutes.  Entre was a chicken enchilada with salsa verde; it came with a small salad on the plate, along with a helping of rice and of beans.  The entre was not brought out until after I finished the starter.  The food was straight-from-the-kitchen hot and very flavorful!  Also enjoyed two margaritas, which were great.  Saw several locals getting takeout.  Made reservations online, just in case, and they fully knew about them when I got there.  Very nice way to spend my birthday!",real
4080,Great happy hour! Great selection of 4.00 bottled beers.  7.00 wines and mixed drink specials.  The Calamari is killer at 7.00 as well.  Beautiful inside and friendly staff.  This is my new go to place,real
42755,Been here 4 times each time is exceptional! The food is delicious the chocolate is to die for! I feel the prices are very reasonable for the amount of food you get. They have a cute little store that sits to the side where you can buy chocolate products and coffees and teas. Its not to big of a place so if your coming with a large group I'd suggest you make reservations. If its only 2 or 3 of you then you should be fine and able to get a table or booth quickly.,real
24815,"Very friendly staff, starters were great. Nice atmostphere, just the right amount of light for friendly conversation or a date. Had the Bbq Pork Spring Rolls and Roasted Brie & Apricot for starters, finished with the 5 Spiced Lamb Gyro (tangerine tzatziki, shaved fennel slaw, crispy chickpeas).  This was very tasty, but a bit dry.",real
13822,"A 2.5 star average? What gives, Yelp? In all honesty, it took me a while to get around to checking out BK Crab because of all the meh reviews. But I finally made it out to this bar/seafood joint by the water and found myself really digging it. Firstly, BK Crab does not feel very Brooklyn or NYC at all. Maybe it was the random rainy weekday effect- but the crowd was super laid back, the vibe very casual (almost beach town casual). All the sea paraphernalia and the location by the water reminded me of another seafood bar/resto out in Montauk. BK Crab scores more brownie points with its ALL DAY $2 Narragansets and $1 oysters on Mondays and Tuesdays. I didn't wind up sampling much of their food menu- but the crab bites (deep fried balls of crabmeat) were pretty good- only lightly battered, the tasty lumps of crabmeat inside were not overpowered by the batter/breading. Came here early enough to score a seat at the bar overlooking the water (and the giant Fairway). I love how the wooden windows open up at an angle- adds a boat-like quality to that space? Bartenders are great- friendly, prompt and totally attitude-free. Now if only this spot wasn't so hard to get to...",real
17286,"What you say...2 hour wait?? That's ridiculous, it can't be such a long wait for pancakes. Me: Hi, table for 2 please. Hostess: It'll be 2 hours, may I have your name? Me: *Blank Stare* Hostess: Your name please? Me: Oh, I'm sorry...it's Hungry...I mean Kellie. Hostess: Ok, check back in two hours. (very non chalant by the way) LOL!!! In that 2 hr time span, I was able to drive back home to the BX to change out of my church clothes, & into brunch clothes. Drive back down the FDR, do a lil shopping in SoHo with my daughter, then it was time to return. When we returned we were seated immediately...thank God. The pancakes were definitely worth it!! The eggs & chorizo (sp) could've stayed back in the kitchen tho. Overall, I would go back. Just find something to do within the 2 hrs you're waiting & you'll be fine.",real
24061,"My friends and I went there few weeks ago, but just now get a chance to write and review This restaurant located is kind of out of the way, nothing much around it, but the restaurant is set up is really nice. We went there around 4:30pm, the place was pretty empty but one birthday party going on. We all ordered the famous ""Rodizio"" all I can eat steak, Yep, all ""I"" can eat, not you. lol I think is maybe $30 ++, which is dirt cheap, and is good...... The only thing I don't like about it is that every 2 minutes, they bring out the meat, is like slow...down man, at least let me swallow it first. But I think they do it on purpose, you know how you eat fast, you tend to not eat more and when you eat slow, you eat so much more? So they just rush you eat, eat, eat!! I know the trick. lol Overall, great place, great food, too fast of the service, need to slow down. lol",real
21795,Surprisingly good the first time I went; last couple times are just okay but still decent and different.  Memorable food and priced well.  Love the pork tights.  Tight seating.  Had good wine.  Usually can get a reservation last minute.,real
11276,"I've been meaning to review this place for a while now. We went to Blue Ribbon for an intimate New Year's Eve dinner. It's a very small restaurant and they didn't take reservations, so we waited at the bar about 45 minutes. Once seated, my taste buds took off into the night sky on what could only be described as a magic carpet ride. To start we got the oysters, shrimp cocktail, and bone marrow with oxtail marmalade. The shrimp were huge and perfectly cooked. The oysters were extremely fresh and had just enough brine to them. The real star of the appetizers though was the bone marrow. I've had bone marrow at a few other places, but Blue Ribbon's is by far the best I've tried. Who would've thought oxtail marmalade would pair so well with it too. Truly a unique dish. Now for the main event. For entrees we got the lamb chops and the sweet and spicy catfish. I wish someone had taken a picture of my face when I put that first bite of catfish into my mouth... it was absolute perfection!! From the seasoning to the preparation to the sides, there's literally nothing they need to improve on!! For the next few weeks, this dish was all I could think about. I felt like a pregnant woman with an insatiable craving. The lamb chops were nothing to sneeze at either and on an ordinary day I would have let them woo me, but the catfish swept me off my feet first. If you haven't been to Blue Ribbon yet, RUN, don't walk here as fast as you can!!!",real
13262,"Saw the sign for this bar when I was in the area last weekend. It's a huge neon sign that once said ""Bar"", but the 'B' is messed up, so it reads ""Ear"", hence the name. Incredible old building was  built before 1812 and was originally the home of James Brown, an African-American United States Revolutionary War veteran, who was the proprietor of a tobacco store on the ground floor of the house. It is rumored that Brown is one of the soldiers near the front of the boat in Emanuel Leutze's painting ""Washington Crossing the Delaware."" In 1817, a tavern opened in the space, making it one of the oldest bars in New York City. Its proximity to the water made it popular with sailors and longshoremen. It had a brewery that was later turned into a restaurant. Today, the Ear Inn is no longer on the shores of the Hudson, as subsequent development saw landfill push the riverbank further west. The Ear now sits between Washington Street and Greenwich street, just east of the West SIde Highway. Ok! All that history is making me hungry. The Ear has one of the BEST burgers in NYC. let me repeat that. One of THE BEST burgers in NYC. I don't know what they do to make them so delicious, but they are huge and amazing. They come with a side of roasted potatoes and a small salad. Although I've only had the burger here, I did sample the New England Clam chowder, which was money, and the dumblings, which were also delicious. Straightforward, simple pub food done really, really well. Will definitely be back to check out their happy hour. Cool place!",real
11311,"Friday night at 2:00am, still lively (and delicious).",real
29989,"Eclectic spot that is sure to become one of your favorite brunch spots, your go-to late night snack place, and even your occasional hang out when you feel the itch to dance to some Top 40 music with some 90s hits interspersed throughout. If comfort food is what your craving this place will satisfy your tummy- I've heard their meatloaf is banging! I love eating outside here for brunch or dinner and I highly recommend the fish tacos if they have them as a special. For brunch I prefer keeping things simple with their ""breakfast special"" but there is plenty of more adventurous options like their ""Cider Braised Pork Belly Hash"", their ""Shrimp and Grits"" or their ""Smothered Chicken & Waffle"". Service is always good, the bill is always cheap, and I always walk out of this diner full and happy. A Philly ""classic"" for years to come.",real
18307,"I'm the kind of guy who usually orders a hearty meal of sausages and bacon before I even consider pancakes. CSBC has turned me to the new light with their incomparable pancakes. My first trip to CSBC I ordered the Clinton Street Omelette with egg whites only with goat cheese and mushrooms. DEEEEELISH (excuse the rachel ray mannerism, the food network's playing in the background) But seriously, a superb omelette and one of the best I've had. My only gripe may be the NY price which prevents me from going to CSBC every morning (a man can dream). Also, their Blood Orange Bellini is a hit; but at $12? excuse me while I walk over to Essex for the unlimited. Throw in a couple of random trips here and there; but then finally, I decide to order the pancakes after a night of belligerent drinking and a weakened stomach (I wont say from what, just so you guys can save your appetite). Best Pancakes EVERRRRRRR. the only words needed. The blueberry pancakes are perfectly cooked; with a crisp outer texture and a fluffy inside. Paired with the warm maple butter and the fresh Maine blueberries, you'll never find yourself at an IHOP again. From my experience, if you want to avoid the insane lines. Come during the week or before 9:30am on the weekend for brunch (yes, that means you have to drag your dead carcass out of bed). Because waiting those 30 minutes half-assed definitely beats waiting hours and hours starving.",real
1344,"not bad. But personally i am a Pat's steak fan. Unless my steak was drench in cheese, the meet was super dry. I might give it another chance if i ever again visit down there.",real
24771,"Came here unexpectedly after Kokopelli was closed despite OpenTable reservation. Short menu, but was drawn in by the specials posted outside. Nice atmosphere, but could do without the techno. Wans't loud, just not my style. We were early (6pm), so the only diners for a little while. Service was good, with just a slight mix-up on wine selection. My specials were special. The Duck Spring Rolls were were tasty, smoky and sweet with no trace of the usual duck fat that normally keeps me away from that meat. My Linguini Alfredo with crab, shrimp and scallops was super delicious. Normally don't eat alfredo, but thought I'd splurge. Good choice. Not too heavy, yet somehow rich. The scallops were small and totally devoid of that fishy taste you often get. My partner had the Beet Salad which he said was very good, and a Vegetarian dish with Tempeh and Tofu that he also liked. Wine was $8 and $9 a glass; bill hit $90 with the above mentioned and three glasses, so not too pricey, but a little. Would come back with a Groupon (or the like). They have spoiled me.",real
39579,Gorgeous space.  Delicious food.  Farm-to-table.  The best of Vermont all under one roof!  #ilovermont,real
38353,"I appreciate that they don't treat me like a super white girl who doesn't know shit. As soon as I ordered in Korean, they were pleased and treated me like one of their own :) doesn't often happen in Korean joints. Super fresh banchan, love the crispy fish. Lunch specials are amazing - galbi to die for and the sundubu is of the most flavorful I've ever had. Alightly pricy for galbi plate ($17.99 for my lunch alone) but soooo good.  Brother had bibimbap, which looked good but I looooove my meat. Pork belly is phenom, too. Water was refilled fast. Really no complaints! Just as good as their Fort Lee location. Lunch rush was crazy, but we were seated and fed immediately. Love that!",real
39999,"Favorite place in the city. Don't go at prime time, or you will wait forever. The Chicken Mole is great and the drinks are even better. Just go there!",fake
23160,"This is a great restaurant. You will be surprised by what they have inside once you walk in from the street. I love the atmosphere and the service is always great. I highly recommend it. Dishes are large, spices are great - I love their steak! You won't be disappointed!",real
13964,"I had given this place a 1 star review, but I really think they turned their game around big time. This place is still kind of pricey. After all, they serve seafood outdoors in NYC. But, the service is much better, they serve draft beer upstairs, and they're extremely friendly. I think they got overwhelmed trying to rush the opening for the Summer '12 season, but if they survive, this place is going to continue to be a great spot. Pro-tip: If you work in Manhattan and live in BK, take the water taxi home from work, go here, then take their free shuttle to the F-Train. Great night.",real
4373,What else is there to say? Opened in 1936...there's a reason it hasn't closed. Service was surprisingly amazing. Better than I've had in some of the nicest restaurants in NYC. Food is exactly what you would expect and priced accordingly... definitely recommend,real
10050,"Had the Fried Green Tomato sandwich, but with smoked salmon. It was fantastic",real
27570,"had brunch here on a sunday The food was really good! I had scrambles with mushroom, spinach and goat cheese with a side of bacon",real
3326,"Best Thai I've had in the city out of the four places I've tried. The service is amazing. The owners are extremely nice and will cater to whatever you need, especially food allergies. I've only had lunches there but have never had a problem with the food taking too long. Since the owner's wife is the only chef, I imagine if it's really busy, it would take a little while but it is worth the wait in my opinion. My favorite dish is the green curry fried rice with shrimp. It's pretty spicy but has a great flavor and the shrimp is always tender. It's a lot of food to eat but somehow I always manage to finish. I've also had the duck fried rice and that's also very good. The papaya salad is my goto appetizer as it has a great crunch and tastes great. They do theirs slightly different than most places as it doesn't have any dried shrimp or fish sauce. As far as I know, it's vegan. Doesn't detract from the flavor at all and I actually prefer it. My coworkers love the crab nuggets. They tend to sell out of those quickly though. The prices aren't too much different than other Thai places. If they're slightly higher, it's cause they're food is slightly better. One day I'll go there to dinner with my fiance and add onto this review.",real
19101,"I love dosas -- a lot! Any place that serves me dosas automatically earns 5 stars. In addition to my masala dosa, I got an orange barley soda. Thiru called it ""a very special soda"", and that made me feel very special indeed.",real
36025,"I've been here a couple times and only ordered a chicken cheese steak and pizza in the past.  Both were very good.  What will make me come back in the future is their customer service.  The people at the counter have always been so pleasant and friendly, which goes a long way for me.  I was so surprised the last time I went there when I saw one of those booths outside of the entry way to keep customers warm during their waits - how thoughtful.  I also appreciated the sign on their door requesting customers to be mindful of the neighborhood and throw trash in the trash cans - how conscientious!",real
21731,"If you are reading this on your iPhone, just go inside, it's freakin amazing. The Scene I love the East Village and all the tiny, amazing, restaurants, but nothing compares to the intimacy you'll find in Graffiti.  It's like being in the belly of a sailboat, where everything, including the 12 people in the restaurant (staff & patrons), has its place.  The vibe is electric and fun.  It's a great place for anything from a date to a small group of friends - as long as you make a reservation. The Food Off the hook good.  Seriously.  Everything we had ranged from fantastic to freakin amazing.  Their food has a lot of style to it, not overly delicate undetectable ingredients kind of style, but things like braised pork buns with apricot chutney.   Mmm...chutney. Top 3 Favorites 1. Pickled Ginger Scallops, Candied Red Chili 2. Braised Pork Buns, Apricot Chutney 3. Squid & Lotus Root Stir-fry With Poppyseed & Curry Leaf Cons We had nearly everything on the menu.  Only complaint: super tasty everything, but not enough everything - their entire menu has about 13 items, and all of them are tapas style.  We'd have loved to either have a few items that were more substantial or even more of their amazing mini dishes.",fake
33985,"Much like spots like El Rey and Adobe Cafe, if I'm looking for for some authentic Mexican cuisine I'll go elsewhere. But the beauty of Cantina Los Cabalitos is that it gives you mucho mucho mas reasons to go and enjoy its atmosphere than any other not so traditional Mexican spot out there - like brunch on every day of the week, a destination spot for outdoor seating, and the best margaritas in Philadelphia. Long before I enjoyed any meal here (aside from the addicting tableside chips and salsa) I've had at least one margarita to coordinate with each color of the rainbow. even jalapeno and the elusive black currant! whether you go frozen or on the rocks you get the perfect fruity blast of alcohol, and a damn good deal if you order by the pitcher with some friends. But if you're loco enough to enjoy you're tequila straight up, then you have mucho varieties to choose from and even a couple of flights. Another serious plus to Cantina is that for a spot that's not completely authentic Mexican, its menu comes closer to hitting that mark than most of the other similar spots out there. I was able to chow down into that fact finally (still a slacker sometimes) at Yelp Brunch Club when I had an incredible plate of huevos rancheros with refried beans, flour tortillas, and chorizo for good measure. It was one of those dishes that just tasted epic in its simple execution, and it wasn't just the spicy Bloody Marys that I had along with it warming my taste buds! Add in all of the above and you have the reasons why Cantina rises above you're typical destination bar, and delivers another winner for the Khyber crew.",real
45235,"I went here for brunch this past weekend with a reservation. We requested a seat outside and got it, which was really lovely. The outdoor seating area is much nicer than the one 5 points (their sister restaurant) has... it's larger and has a cleaner feel. I tried the frittata with wild mushrooms and pesto. Absolutely delicious although the flavor is quite heavy. My husband had the huevos rancheros - they have a deeper flavor than the ones at 5 points, if you've had those. These have a tomato-based sauce and a smoky flavor. Overall, great service and some pretty decent food.",real
33612,"I have been to Sahara on several occasions and must say there are only a few stellar items on the menu. Everything else just isn't up to par. First of all lets talk about the warm and friendly attentive service-oh wait, that was at another place. The owners and staff need to be more welcoming and refining in greeting people, checking up on people and refilling drinks. On to the food. The best things Sahara has to offer are the Tabbouleh (Parsley Salad) and the Shish Taouk (marinated chicken breast). These two items are outstanding and the only reasons I come back to this place. Everything else is just MEH. The Hummus-I can make better The cucumber yogurt salad-horrible The rice-mushy The pita bread-could buy better in a grocery store. All in all, if you want Arabic food, this is the closest and sadly the best that you are going to get. If you know of other phenomenal Arabic restaurants in the area-please please let me know about them.",real
43269,"This review is only for the little shop and not for the restaurant.  But it did look cool and I would like to return to try the menu... Howeva..... I entered the store looking for a little chocolate gift.  As soon as I entered the shop area a super-friendly staffer welcomed me and offered a small piece of chocolate, ummm yummmm! Their chocolates are beautiful and are offered in an array of traditional and unique flavors.  Some are prepackaged and they also offer  build-your-own options.  In addition to chocolates, they had hot cocoa offerings, cookbooks and other nice little gifts.   It was a very cool little shop and I will be returning for future gift purchases (and hopefully tasty samples).   This is a great alternative to Godiva for anyone's chocolate fix... Plus the owner shouts out in the name of the shop that he is is bald...that alone should tell you that this is a quirky place!",real
2424,this place is the worst. the cheese steaks here are so dry! i had to drench it with ketchup to help me swallow this beast!  i guess you don't have to make good cheese steaks if your building has blinking light's showcasing the restaurant name..... do yourself a favor and go to jim's steaks in south street. stay away from this tourist trap!,real
13829,"I give 3 stars because of their $2 beer, $1 oyster special and the awesome bartenders. Loved those guys! However, once we got seated things took a turn for the worst. We were waiting forever to get our beers. I could have walked over to the bar and gotten them myself but I thought that would have been rude. I should have done that because our waitress didn't have a problem being rude to us. After we were sitting there with no beers and mentioned about when our orders would be coming she blurted out that we just ordered 5 mins ago so it will be a while. Um ok... not how you talk to customers. They couldn't add chicken to the salad we ordered. Even after our waitress said she would check. They serve chicken with a sandwich but she said it's prepared differently. Not sure what that means. I wanted to walk over to Fairway and buy the chicken for the salad, but once again I thought that would be rude. The last thing to arrive were the oysters. That was weird because they don't need to be cooked. But once again there was an excuse that it takes a while to shock them. Um... it takes 2 seconds if you know how to do it. We did go to Fairway for desert. Thankfully I had good company and the view was out of this world so the service wasn't a total mood killer. But it just bothers me that anyone thinks it's acceptable to treat customers like that. If I come back, I'll stay by the bar.",real
10186,"I give White Dog 3.5 stars.  Very cute place, much nicer than I expected.  A few different rooms each with their own vibe and decor.  I went this weekend for brunch and got the bananas foster french toast and boyfriend got pancakes.  Pancakes were...fine. French toast was AWESOME, although SO sugray that I got a tum tum ache before the meal even ended. Prices were decent and their more savory selections looks and smelled great.   Out waitress was sub-par - it took until nearly the end of the meal to get 1 refill on coffee.  She seemed nervous and skittish, so maybe she was new.",real
42082,"I've been wanting to try this pub for quite some time because I love the song ""Sweet Afton"" which is sung to a river, asking it to flow quietly so as not to awaken the singer's sleeping true love. Clearly the pub is not very reminiscent of the song, but it was awesome nonetheless. I didn't have any food, which I had also been wanting to try, so I will have to return when it is not Friday night and packed. The drinks are delicious. I had a red lemonade which may have been too delicious, as I drank 3 in a row without blinking. Oops. My friend had the Miller's martini which was also delicious and tasted like a lip gloss I used to wear. (This is a good thing, lip gloss can be delicious!) The location being in my neighborhood is what gives it the final star. I will most definitely be back.",real
22818,"This is the best Cuban restaurant EVER. The food is tasty and authentic... the menu is extensive and exciting.  I live in NYC and can't find a Cuban joint that compares. I wish Cuban Pete's would open a location in NYC!!! The atmosphere is quite fun, with fake palm trees and paint chipped walls...coconuts line the walkway into the restaurant. Best flan ever as well!!! Everything was beyond YUMMY.",fake
49733,"The food, ambience and service are excellent. The wine pour was a bit light, but everything else was great.",real
7707,"Everything about this restaurant is amazing. Every time I go there I look forward to: The complimentary pita bread and spread, the grilled octopus, vegetable moussaka, shrimp pasta, and the GREEK SALAD (!!) Go with a few friends and split a few dishes so you can get a taste of what they serve in heaven. Bring a date! Take your mom! Just go! Maybe call ahead for a reservation just in case.",real
1628,"This place did not live up to the hype. The cheesesteak was too simple. It didn't have enough cheese to accompany the steak.  There was nothing special about it that made it worth the 30 minute wait. I would not go back due to the fact that they had a sign that said ""This is America, when ordering speak English"" and because the cheesesteaks sucked. Being of Hispanic decent and seeing the Hispanic community right next door to this establishment, I was disgusted to see this blatant bigotry. Two clear reasons why you should not go to Geno's and choose Pat's instead.",real
9295,"I would like to preface my review by saying that I think Pig and Khao is really more like a 3.5 star restaurant than one deserving of an average 3 stars.  Why am I not giving it 4 then, you ask.  Well, I just felt like my experience was not entirely consistent and had some low points.   The experience began by making a reservation through OpenTable several days in advance.  Even with 5 days notice, most of the times were completely booked, so I wound up settling for an 1:30.  As the day approached, I had called to see if there was an opening any earlier.  I managed to get Chef Leah Cohen on the line, who was very nice and apologetic for not having an earlier table.  I told her that I had enjoyed her food at Centro Vinoteca and would keep the 1:30, as I was anxious to try out her take on Thai and Filipino cuisine.   Upon our arrival, the place was packed, confirming that we were lucky to even receive the table that we did.  I have to say that the atmosphere created the perfect setting for the cuisine; the space was cozy and intimate with a direct view of the small kitchen that resembled something one might find in a studio apartment.  The aromatic smells of each dish permeated the dining room, so I was grateful for this peek into how everything was assembled.  The brightly painted walls and paper napkins reinforced the playfulness of the dishes, as well as the casual vibe they were striving for.   Our waiter was handsome and had a fresh, trendy style and relaxing air about him, almost as if he had just returned from a peaceful stay in the Hamptons.  We were debating on our libation of choice, but he firmly confirmed our choice of the Phuket Punch by saying it was his favorite on the menu.  I have to say that I was extremely thankful for this declaration, as it led me to one of the best cocktails I have had in a long time.  Look out, this might be a new obsession...The white wine class was filled with prosecco, a grapefruit-cinnamon syrup, a fresh mint leaf, and a shaving of grapefruit zest.  The large straw placed inside the glass took this spritzer from boring to lively by its sheer inclusion.  The cinnamon added a sweet kick to the acidic grapefruit component.  It was a perfectly balanced beverage, just right for a festive brunch.   When it came to the food, though, I sadly had mixed feelings.  The meal started with the highlight - The Sizzling Sissig.  The hot platter contained chunks of random bits of pig's head, including the ears.  The meat was fatty, but full of flavor.  Chili and cilantro were sprinkled on top of the head, and a whole egg had been cracked right in the center of the plate.  We broke the yolk and tossed everything together for a smoky, creamy dish of decadence.  Our side order of rice, topped with burnt garlic shavings, was a perfect accompaniment to the meat.  The Bahn Xeo came to the table next.  This sizzling crepe had sounded like one of the most unusual items on the menu, but turned out to be VERY greasy.  This wrap around pancake itself was not very flavorful.  However, it was stuffed with plump shrimp that were perfectly cooked, crunchy bean sprouts, gooey fish sauce, and supposedly bacon, though I barely detected it.  I would have gladly eaten out the inside like a salad, but the crepe part was unnecessary.  Lastly, the Khao Soi was decent and certainly grew on me as the meal progressed.  This large bowl of creamy red curry sauce contained very few pieces of chicken, pickled mustard greens, shallots, and egg noodles.  While half the noodles had moistened beneath the sauce, the other half were peeking out of the broth and had remained crispy.  After a good mixing, the crunchiness disappeared, and the entire portion of noodles became infused with the flavors of Thailand.  However, there was an undertone of pungent sourness in the broth that I could not place.  Perhaps it was from the pickling of the greens or maybe from excess cumin or lemongrass, but something was off-putting.  We decided to skip dessert, but I gladly had another glass of punch, ha! We left Pig & Khao satisfied and content, agreeing that we wound certainly return.  However, the prices and the grease factor were both a bit too high to make this a regular weekend destination.",real
39465,Horrible. service was awefulllll. the waitress was the rudest waitress i have ever encountered. my mussels didn't taste fresh at all. good thing i didnt get food poisoned.,real
31938,"Cool new addition to Bay Ridge! Love the outside seating area with heat lamps, hung out there comfortably Mid-November. Good beer selections, very friendly service, good pub food (although the garlic pesto fries had me choked up in tears) and not terribly pricy.",real
8110,"First time writing a review this long. But worth reading, trust me. I don't know why people rate this place really high... I think it is kind of overrated. I do agree that the food has pretty good flavor. First thing I noticed was the loudness, even before I went to the restaurant! I was speaking to the hostess over the phone to make the reservation for me and my boyfriend and she could not pronounce 8:30 so I had a hard time trying to make the reservation! It sounded like she was saying eh-y-city. I should have changed my mind, then... When I arrived at the restaurant I noticed the loudness (again) and how tables are all too close together. I should have left the place right there and then. But stayed... The waitress was so lovely and polite. I got a really good vibe from her. But whenever she took the empty plates or even the check, she took it very fast and that bothered me. You'll see what I mean if you go there. The waiter or the busboy that pour the water... he puts the glass so loud, it's ridiculous. That bothered me a lot. Did I mention that this place is ALREADY LOUD ENOUGH?? My boyfriend was really happy with the food. He really liked the hummus that came with the flat bread. I didn't, really... Bread was good though. It's commonsense but many restaurants miss... THE BREAD SHOULD BE HOT/WARM. This place had that covered. Good. My boyfriend got the lightest Greek beer. I ordered pinot grigio. He said he had it before and it was ok but I tried it and really liked the flavor. Pinot grigio was SOOO GOOD. My boyfriend ordered after he finished his beer. We had calamari for appetizer. I squeezed the lemon. It wasn't flavorful enough, so I made sure I squeezed the lemon really tightly and that made it perfect. Nice thick calamari too.. My boyfriend ordered lamb shank. I tried it, didn't like it. I liked the tomato and the hummus that came with his lamb shank. INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS. I ordered the lamb chops. Though the entree came with 4 pieces, I didn't appreciate the fact that all of them were burnt on the outside and 1 or 2 of them were medium instead of medium rare. I would usually return something like that, but I was hungry to I ignored it. The eggplant and the diced tomato sauce on top that came with it was pretty ok. The small potatoes were great (even though they're just potatoes, but they're the small organic kinds that I really love). The side that come with the meat don't really go together with the meat so I don't really get why they do that. We ordered fried potatoes (like thick fries) on the side. They were soo good, esp with the hummus that came with lamb shank. Lol. I don't understand why the lamb chops were more expensive than the lamb shank. After we finished eating, the English lady next to me had her cell phone ring really loud. My boyfriend was talking to me how that is kind of rude and I was telling him how people shouldn't do that at a restaurant, but instead put on vibrate, at least. She must have heard us (our tables are SO CLOSE TOGETHER) and actually yelled at us and my boyfriend cursed at her and she started cursing that she was waiting for an important business call. My boyfriend said he is a doctor and he could have patients contacting him but he has it on silent. I told her, yea that's smart, wait for the business call and having to had to ignore it anyway. She paused, and said that it was not the call that she was waiting for. Anyway she was rude and being ridiculous. She called the hostess to move her and her friend to the table next next to us. Good choice. Crazy rude lady... The place was loud enough and her phone was LOUD enough for us to get annoyed. The least you could say is ""Excuse me"" and that's it. -_- My boyfriend is usually very patient and super polite and she really was being inappropriate and selfish. So my advice to the manager of the place is to make sure the tables are not too close together, it will cause more problems in the future. I know that putting more tables mean more customers, hence more money, but after what happened I would NOT come back here again. I felt so bad about making a reservation here. NEVER AGAIN. No more eating in East fucking Village. Sucks. Overpriced. Overrated. So 2 & 1/2 stars even though the bread was hot and the food was pretty good (except the burnt part of the lamb chops).",real
8499,Love Matt & Maries and I have to say the American - Italian Hoagie is my favorite. Perfect combination of meats and it's a great value at $6.25. Super cute sandwich shop and I'm thrilled they are in the neighborhood. Look forward to trying some of the other sandwiches soon.,real
11065,"Having grown up in the Ironbound section of Newark I have tried lots of different kinds of Portuguese BBQ and this is one that I still crave. I now live miles away from this establishment but I will (and do) make the drive out for their chicken and ribs. The prices are great for their portions. I have had take out and dine-in several times and don't have any complaints as far as cleanliness, food, taste or service. Family members have also tried their salmon here and recall their pleasure with their meal. I'd have to say the only downer is parking. There are a few spaces in the back, a private garage to the right of the establishment, a few feet before its entrance. However, it is small, limited and tight! But of course if you're familiar with the Ironbound, you would have already known about their serious parking problems.",real
37442,brilliant food. place is crowded and too loud.,real
35500,"Stopped in here for lunch and sat at the bar. Had the burger which was good, but not great (it was very hyped, which is why I ordered it.) The bartender was pleasent and the food came out ok. It was nothing noteworthy but otherwise alright and I'd normally give this a 4, but I ordered an Allagash White with my burger and they charged me $11 for it (or was it $12?) Listen, I get it, you're on Rittenhouse square, but $11 for an Allagash? Come on. I wouldn't avoid going back but I'm not rushing to either.",real
38681,The lunch buffet is a hit or miss based on the day you go.  The day I went must have been a miss so I'll give the benefit of the doubt.  Have had them cater for us before and also took appetizer take outs and it was excellent.  The buffet was very disappointing though.,real
5420,"My girlfriend and I stopped by for a quick lunch today, it was our first time visiting this hidden gem. I had a two chili dogs and she had the chicken quesadillas , the food  delivered with a smile in less than 10 minutes!!!! And it was really good! The smoothies were delicious, not to sweet , not to filling and very smoooooth. The restaurant is super clean, which to me is very important to me. I highly recommend,",fake
17434,"Superb food. The service lacked at times, and the space is extremely cramped. Be prepared to wait an average of 30-45 minutes....no matter what time of day you arrive. Highly recommended as a breakfast gem.",real
34307,"Like the majority of the reviews, I would agree that this is not traditional Mexican food.  The service was good and the food was decent, I ordered the vegan fajitias.  Our waiter accidentally put in for two orders when my friend had in fact ordered quesidillas however they gave us the extra order of fajitias on the house.  The portions were huge and I ate way too many chips before hand.",real
2983,Geno's... Oh you mean the giant bug light and mess at 9th & Passayunk?  Skip it there are much better cheesesteaks in the city.  The locals don't go to Pat's or Geno's but if your going to go... I vote Pat's!,real
45079,"Stopped by Cookshop on a Saturday for lunch (2pm).  The place was packed so I was glad I had made reservations.   The restaurant is bright and airy with a good-sized outdoor seating in one of my fav neighborhoods. My table split the Huevos Rancheros, Shrimp Salad and a biscuit.  I also had the Arnold Palmer's - virgin. Huevos Racheros was a big size and glad I had it split with a salad because it would have def been a bit too heavy -- And I like to eat.  The dish was delicious and def worth getting again. I wasn't too impressed with the shrimp salad but it was light and refreshing.  Would have preferred a different dressing -- maybe more lemon-y with more variety (maybe some grilled artichokes, jicama, granny smith apple and/or manchego cheese).  But the shrimp was huge and perfectly poached. The biscuit... I know, it's just biscuit... But this was the best part of the meal!  High-class KFC biscuit but with much better ingredients.  The jam was delicious and not too sweet.  Def get the biscuit. Would highly recommend making reservations. Overall, I would def go back for brunch and would like to try what they have for dinner.  Like the typical hot spots in NYC, the atmosphere is filled with beautiful people. Think they might deliver because there were some dope bikes outside the restaurant.",fake
13973,"Views are spectacular. Now onto the cons. We showed up for lunch and $135 later for 2 people, we were dissatisfied. There was no hostess when we showed up, water is self-served at the jug, the crabs had too much paprika that my husband had a sneeze attack, and the server was horrible. Wish it could have been a positive review. I had high hopes for this place!",real
32257,"Just ordered delivery from here and it couldn't have been better!  Arrived super fast, was so delicious, and I will definitely be ordering from here again!  They have a bunch of interesting dishes that I would love to try, but their Thai basics were so good and flavorful.  Not greasy at all and the portions were very generous.  We will be ordering again soon!",real
25264,"I knew there was going to be a wait on a Saturday for dinner so I got there at 6. We walked right in - no problem.  Inside the place is pretty tight. We sat at the back of the restaurant against the wall. The tables were tight and I had to keep moving the table to pass or allow others to pass. Our waiter was apathetic and not particularly pleasant - very 'new brooklyn.' Although he was not friendly, he was knowledgeable about the menu in that he had answers to all my questions, but he seemed to be reciting information about each dish I asked about.  I didn't care because it was such a beautiful day; I was happy there was no wait and I was more excited about trying to food. Onto the meal: I started with a cocktail - the Heat Ray. It was tequila based and had a thai chili in it. Wow! This was spicy. With every sip my lips were tingling. The cocktail was refreshing, but there are so many other interesting sounding cocktails I would try something else next time. I told my boyfriend that spicy foods help to release heat so this was perfect. I have no idea if this is true, but I said it with authority. Basically every review tells you to try the fish sauce wings - spicy. We tried this, they were awesome, juicy, tender, sticky and spicy. I will admit, I licked my fingers a few times. i hope no one was watching. I would come back just for these. We also tried the papaya salad. They recommended the jasmine sticky rice with this. Totally unnecessary IMO. The rice kind of went to waste. For my meal, I had the Kung Op Wun Sen - the prawns baked with pork belly. This was pretty good. It was hard to mix the bean thread noodles as there was very little sauce. I would definitely come back here to try more of the menu and of course to have the wings again.  Portions were fine for me, but my boyfriend said he was still hungry when we left. We paid $107 for the two of us which was definitely pricey relative to most other thai places we have been to, but I think the food was different from most other thai places we have been to. Plus I guess you are paying for the whole vibe, expertly mixed cocktails (each $12), etc.",real
18535,"The first time I came to Clinton Street Baking Company was for brunch. My sister was in town for a visit, and I'd heard they had the best brunch in the neighborhood. We got there reasonably early, but there was, of course, a huge wait. We waited. And waited. And waited some more. Then I had to take a bathroom break, during which someone knocked on the door. I said, ""I'll be out in a minute."" When I came out, the woman waiting huffed at me and said, ""It took you long enough."" I was not in there that long. After she was done doing her business, she proceeded to come back and sit down at her table, and announce to her brunch companion very loudly that ""THAT GIRL WAS IN THERE FOREVER, GOD."" And it's a very small restaurant. So where was I seated? Right next to this lady. Awkwaaaard. But the food is pretty fantastic. I've had both the french toast and the blueberry pancakes, and they are equally good. However, I've learned my lesson. No more brunches at this place - it's a zoo, and I don't want to be in such close quarters when bitchy brunchers strike. Also, for the boozers out there, there are no drinks included with brunch meals. Now I just come by for breakfast during the week (same menu, MUCH less crowded), and at dinner (when they still serve the tasty pancakes, as well). For dinner, I've had the organic roasted half chicken, which was amazing. I also nibbled off of my family's orders of fried chicken, and that was great, as well. Good quality food that's not terribly cheap, but reasonable for what you get. And they have yummy biscuits.",real
49651,"Everything was delicious at Aurora Soho.  I couldn't complain about one item on the menu we ordered.  From the burrata & prosciutto appetizer to the octopus, fresh made pasta and salads - it was a great meal.  And the service was impeccable.  I'd definitely recommend Aurora for any occasion.",real
42913,"You had me at chocolate!!  Kids loved it.  The food was alright, but I had the best dessert-warm chocolate chip walnut cookie, with whipped cream, berries and a beaker of warm chocolate to drizzle-so good!",real
25361,"I had an encounter with the original owner 15 years prior for taking ketchup packets from my take out bag because I used the ketchup bottle on the table for my fries. His statement was "" well I guess you don't need these packets if your using my bottle "" I was angered by it and shouted. He shouted back telling me to "" take my black ass out of his diner ""  This happened 15 years prior when I was 18 , now 33 I took my wife and bi-racial kids to the diner after a viewing at the Peabody museum for lunch since its the nearest diner. I didn't forget my past experience but figured the older guy owner must be gone and things just have to be better. BIG NO. Upon entering the diner the older white haired lady greeted me but once she saw my wife and children it was nothing but frowns and stares in our direction. My wife asked me why did she look at her that way and I just brushed it off as nothing. As we ordered the white haired woman was speaking to a staff member "" saying times have changed and she hasn't gotten use to the mixing of people"" Now at this point I walked up and demanded the bill. I tipped our waiter 20% on top of the bill. My wife asked me to sit down at our table just so our daughter could finish her oatmeal. While sitting there the older woman asked a waiter if the table of 7 left her a tip. When the waiter replied no they didn't , this woman speaking loudly expressed that the people should have left a tip and it must be because of were they are from. all 7 were black. Now totally disgusted I asked the waiter what was the amount of there bill? while asking her this the white haired woman asked me what do I care what there bill was and if I knew them. The waiter replied to me and said about $40.00. I tipped for that table as well. Me and my family left and will never return there as long as it stands!",fake
21319,"Candle-lit and always busy, Uva possesses a wine list that makes me wish my taste and budget did not lend itself to Franzia. We started with the bruschetta with sun-dried tomato, pesto and pine nuts and the polpetti di vitello. The bruschetta was wonderfully balanced, beautifully textured and delicious. The presentation was cute as well, 4 little pieces on a wooden cutting board. The meatballs were excellent as well; amazingly tender, and the sauce was fresh and hearty. For entrees, she had the pasta special, sun-dried tomato and ricotta ravioli in a cream sauce, and I had the saltimbocca di pollo. Her pasta was good, but unremarkable. True to its name, the chicken jumped in my mouth...but pretty much everything ends up in there. The sauce was nice, but I was disappointed in the three small medallions of less than juicy chicken. It was laid over spinach, which was tasty enough. However, I'm a man who likes to eat everything on the plate together. I like to put a little spinach on the chicken, swirl them both around in the sauce and then take a bite. For some reason, both the chicken and the spinach were good, but together they were disappointing. LIke Jacko and Lisa-Marie, an ill-conceived marriage. I was far more impressed with the two starters than with our entrees. The polpetti in particular seems to be the best value on the fairly expensive menu. It was around half the price of the saltimbocca, but far tastier, and nearly the same size. With bread, it could make a meal. I would definitely revisit Uva; however, next time I might stick to wine and appetizers in the garden I've heard so much about.",real
5962,"Places like this represent why Mexican might be my favorite cuisine. This place gets it, fresh ingredients with big bold flavors. There is a ton of variety in the menu and everything is very reasonably priced for the quantity that you get. Friday night had a full crowd for dinner. It is pretty small inside but has a nice home style vibe. We were seated promptly for our 8:00 reservation and had great service throughout the meal. As previously stated, there is no skimping on their plates. For appetizers I tried to the queso with chorizo and the tamales. The queso was bubbling hot with the perfect amount of spices. The homemade tortillas made for the perfect vehicle to shove everything they offered into my mouth. The tamales were overstuffed with super tender pork. I almost ate the corn husk just to get a last taste of the marinade. My surf and turf entree (the first one listed under the beef section of the menu) was a home run. It came out in a stone vessel that kept it warm since it took a while to take down this heaping mound of deliciousness. A couple smokey shrimp, a tender piece of filet and two giant chunks of chicken breast all in a spicy sauce with onions and peppers among other goodies. It also came with more tortillas, black beans, rice, and guac with a chip in case I wasn't already at capacity. Since everything was so good we had to get dessert to go and the chocolate tres leche and a chocolate strawberry tort were both 5 star worthy. Over the course of the night I tried 5 of their margaritas too. On the pricey side at ~$11 but a must have compliment to their cuisine. My favorite was the Jamaican marg although I guess its a bit fruity for a guy. The chipotle pineapple is unique and as a spicy enthusiast I loved it. The blood orange and traditional reminded me of Lolita (that's a big compliment). I can't wait to go back to and try everything else considering everyone else in the restaurant seemed to be enjoying their plates as much as me.",real
45109,"Cookshop has been a terrific spot for excellent, sophisticated and largely organic food. the staff is great, as is the crowd and ambience at all times of day.",fake
49071,Got the cyclops. Cooked as I ordered. Fries were great. Quirky waitress was fun too,real
44422,"Hip, eclectic bar in the hippest neighborhood in brooklyn right now. I visited on a Saturday night around 10:30pm after having dinner at a nearby restaurant. The music was an upbeat jazz with a mixture of house I believe, call it house jazz? Is there such a thing? It totally fit the mood though. The crowd is young, hip and mature. This is by no means a dive bar filled with college kids. It's meant for the classier types who don't want to be around 21 year olds who are pounding bomb shots all night. The have artisan cocktails on their menu, my two friends tried one each while I opted for a glass of wine (designated driver here). I had a sip of both the salt & ash and the battery acid, at $12 a pop they were both on the small side but the taste was fresh, true and unlike your normal rum and coke or henny and ginger (hood drinks...lol). I would totally be back with a date to have an after dinner drink or two, but I wouldn't go out of my way to be here. The staff is attentive even though the bar was very very busy that night, however, when their friends show up they do get easily distracted.",real
40971,"We visited this restaurant for the first time on a Friday evening to celebrate a birthday.  We had a great overall dining experience. The host took us down the hall, through the dining room, to the garden outside and sat us a great table in the back where we could soak in the whole atmosphere.  It was still light out and the air temperature went from hot to comfortably warm making it the perfect evening to dine al fresco. The entire staff was friendly and helpful and often very witty. You could choose from a 3-course, 4-course, or 5-course menu each at a fixed price.  There were approximately 14 small plates to choose from plus dessert.  Each dish was more interesting than the next. We finally figured out what courses we wanted and the food came shortly thereafter.  Prior to that, we were sipping our San Pellegrino and snacking on the delicious marinated olives. The food was presented creatively and was very delicious. Although on the expensive side, we felt it was worth the money for a memorable dining experience to celebrate a special occasion. BYOB",real
34582,"DISAPPOINTED. 1. Ehhhh food- ordered an omelette with spinach and mushrooms, wheat toast, and bacon.  bacon was thickly sliced but one could tell it had been sitting out for a while.  rather chewy.  the accompanying potatoes were hard and lukewarm.  i sent them back to the kitchen (after the manager made me feel guilty for doing so)...he comes back out with another order of....cold, bland potatoes....smh. 2. it's almost 2013...who still doesn't accept credit cards...and if you don't, your food and your service need to be well worth the atm fees. NEVER again.  i wanted to like it...i really did.  my $20.00 would have been well spent some place else.",real
30600,"My husband and I checked out Juventino last night for an impromptu dinner and were very impressed.  We had been here for brunch before and that was good too, but dinner took it to a whole new level.  Everything we had was delicious - perfectly seasoned, inspired plates using fresh ingredients.  They even started us off with a beautiful cheese plate in place of the typical bread basket, and gave us an amuse bouche as well.  The servings were generous and well worth the price.  I  highly recommend this place.",real
24525,"I feel that yelp's two star blurb ""Meh, I've had better"" very adequately describes my feelings for this place.  I was really excited to give it a try once I found that it was Memphis Taproom related.  This place is not nearly as good though.  For one thing, it's small.  When the two skinny girls at the table next to us left, my skinny boyfriend had to get up and push in his chair in so they could leave.  The sub-optimal seating arrangement would be forgivable if the food were good, but it wasn't anything special.  I got the veggie burger, two Boca burgers with avocado and pepper jack cheese on a roll that was 1/3 larger than the burgers.  I've had better at Bennigan's.  Toppings were a dollar each. What is this, Sketch?  If you're going to charge me Sketch prices, give me Sketch quality.  Or at least Memphis Taproom quality where they make their veggie burgers.  Fries were edible, but as Henry Miller said, ""Americans can eat garbage, provided you sprinkle it liberally with ketchup.""  None of the other vegetarian entrees looked very appealing to me.  If they change their menu seasonally, I might give it another try on the next rotation.  Boyfriend seemed okay with the food, but he was also bothered by the size of the place.  It was a Thursday night, but the Phillie's were playing, so by the time we left the place was packed.  I'd say I'd go back for brunch, because I love the Taproom's, but I really can't take anymore disappointment.",real
23362,"Obnoxious patterns and okay food.  I've had better Cuban food in Ireland.  It's in the trendy area of Montclair so it has that going for it, but the food is overpriced for what you get.  Also, the wait staff sort of suck.  They have that upper Montclair snob attitude to them.  If you've never had Cuban food, don't go here and ruin a delicious cuisine.",real
5978,I was really craving mexican food so we went here. The food was okay. nothing to brag about. what turned me off the most is the huge scorpion looking bug i saw crawling up the wall. the waitress saw it and ran over and knocked it off the wall with a plate. i immediately felt nauseous and wanted to leave fast. unfortunately circumstances like that make me not want to ever go back there.,real
27070,"If you like tater tots THAT much then you must go here. They make tots any which way here, including disco tots.",real
15722,"Ah, Il Pittore. Asked for and got Kevin for our waiter once again. For me Lamb sausages with lentils (great), Grimigna for Primi (not as good as I remember from the first time, too much butter) and Venison Loin. My wife had the Arugula salad, papardelli with truffles (which is her new favorite - but is now going out of season) and Halibut. Two Cosmos and a bottle of Gottardi Blauburgunder. Total $286 before tip,",real
33349,"So... TL;DR: food is delicious but small plates. GRANTED: they apparently did just switch over to being a small plates menu, so Maybe they haven't got it figured out yet but still. But still. THE GOOD: service was outstanding. (Let's just get that out of the way right away.) And the food was delicious. My pheasant was amazing, our bucatini was amazing, our (2) cheese plates were great, our drinks were great. OUR CHIEF GRIPE: we weren't expecting small plates. And but so the portions are appetizer size. Our server warned us of this. ""We recommend 2-3 per person."" But at these prices, I could go to elsewhere and get much more for the same. Maybe you wouldn't get pheasant or the service wouldn't be as good but... But. It's a tough call. The food really was quite good and the service was some of the best. But small plates are... well: small.",real
20906,"Hands down, this is probably the best value in town. The food is simply deliscious because it's all about the ingredients and preparing them right not more and not less.  The winelist is plentyful with something for everybodys taste and budget.  I've been going there since it opened several years ago.  My heart sunk when it was mentioned in the Michelin Guide because my secret place was no longer that.",real
48633,"Spasso is the perfect place if you're looking for a quality meal but aren't looking to spend ridiculous amounts of money. This place is truly a gem! We made last minute reservations for Saturday through OpenTable and had no problem getting the time we wanted (mind you it was raining so that probably made a difference with the crowds). Upon arrival we were seated right away, but had to wait about 10 minutes before our waiter came over. Food was great- the vegetable topping they give you with the bread is to die for. I had the veal and crab for dinner which was phenom, and everyone else I was with was raving about their dinners also. the majority of the entrees were mid teens with pricing- so reasonable for the area these days. For dessert we split the creme brûlée which wasn't the best I've ever had but was certainly delicious. Really good coffee here, too! Everything would've been great if only our waiter was a little more speedy. We had to wait nearly 20 minutes to get our checks. Overall though, it was  a delicious dinner with friends and the minor disappointment in service wasn't even enough to bother me and my good meal here- thanks Spasso :)",real
5021,"El Cubanito catered a small dinner party at my home.  My husband and his siblings were all born in Cuba.  We all loved the food!  Delicious, fresh, tasty, etc..... No more driving to Union City for Cuban food, El Cubanito delivered right to my house!  So happy we found this place!  Thank you!",real
5572,"Thank you Soul de Cuba for the wonderful and tasteful taste of an authentic Cuban cuisine!! To everyone: My brother and I sat down and ate after doing some work for the restaurant and I have to say they make the best Mojito true to Cuba's roots. The food was insatiable, every bite was flavorful, dishes were full of color and the atmosphere was relaxing with lights dimmed and the brightness of New Haven shimmering through the windows. If you have not tried Soul de Cuba or you find yourself wanting to try the taste of Cuba hands down I highly recommend them! Their staff make you feel at home, the service is top notch and very prompt. Mike, the director was a pleasure to deal with and Soul de Cuba will be our go to cuisine for Cuban delight. Thank you!",fake
387,"word of advice if you want close seats near the flamenco show make reservations a week in advance if you want really good seats in front of the flamenco show make reservations two weeks in advance. I found this out, after the fact I made reservations two days before the flamenco show, even after the guy told me ""you will not be sitting near the flamenco show if that is okay?"", I said yes in hopes of sneaking up to the front during the flamenco show to catch a glimpse of the dance.... boy was I wrong, this place is pretty small and the stage for the flamenco dancers are even smaller. When I went up to try to get a glimpse of the show, I was blocking the people sitting at the bar and the waiters/waitresses hustling and bustling by.  One waiter finally said ""you have to move, you are blocking everybody."" Whoops... anyway flamenco show aside (which was pretty awesome for the few seconds I caught of it)  food was pretty decent. I got the blueberry champagne sangria that everyone raves about it, and it is delicious- all bubbly and fruity and deceptively strong. One of these bad boys will definitely get you a little tipsy. For the tapas my friend and I shared the: 1) Plates of cheese and cured meats- I loved the manchego cheese- so soft and delish and the meats were good too 2) The fried goat cheese- all fried and tangy and once you bite into it, the cheese just oozes right out. 3) The garlic shrimp-- the sauce is thick and garlicky and great paired with bread 4) The clams diavalo -- the dish actually came out kinda cold, the sauce was really spicy and good but  I wasn't a huge fan. 5) The chorizo with quail egg - presentation is so cute with the tiny little egg on top and it was quit tasty but I feel like it's better off without the bread on the bottom and just chorizo and egg. I kinda wish I had more chorizo in the dish too. Overall the food was great and our waiter (Uno)  was amazing. Would love to return to try other tapas and hopefully score some good seats",real
1987,"This is a definite tourist trap. And locals really only hit it up late night when they are extremely drunk and nothing else is open. I have had better cheese steaks around town. Overpriced, greasy, and gross.",real
41707,"I've been going to Sweet Afton for some time now, and have been meaning to pen a review. Believe the hype, the food is that good, and when I say food I'm really talking about the burger. I've searched far and wide for a burger that can compete with the one they server here and nearly all have fallen short. What makes the burger so great mostly has to do with the locally sourced ingredients. Everything they serve, in fact, is locally sourced. Because of this quality is high. I like to add Irish cheddar to mine but add american, gruyere or nothing at all and its just as savory. On the weekend before four you have the option to add an egg as well. I would suggest going for brunch on the weekend because they offer really good deals. They have cocktails on special and I believe pints are only four bucks. It's also not as crowded as the evening which is nice. If your not in the mood for a burger they offer breakfast options of course. No waffles or hotcakes though. Here is a list of items from the menu that I really like, and would suggest getting: The Burger, really a must have. Mac and Cheese, I've recently had some sub par mac and cheese, theirs won't disappoint. The Chicken Sandwich. Fried Pickles, can't just get these anywhere. Most people like to get the fries, I mean what goes better with a burger. They're good, not my favorite menu item, but they give you bunch so you can share. Ask for mustard with with them, they have the best mustard here. Its whole seed, its delicious. Have any of these items and a pint and you'll leave beaming.",real
14551,"been to N. 3rd a few times and always like it.  we went tonight and it was great.  flying fish beer, calamari app, beet salad, tile fish special, venison special, cauliflower with truffle oil, apple cobbler alamode,,,  it was all good stuff.  wish the cobbler had more ice cream on it.  service was good but a little slow.  i'm a N. 3rd fan...",real
10659,"Did someone say Garlic Naan!!!??? This place is quite wonderful. I love the authenticity. The owners are an elderly Indian couple. One day I even had the pleasure of speaking with them about their heritage, they insisted on explaining how deeply rooted their food was to their culture. I have been watching tons of Indians movies,  adoring their culture...so I decided to try out the food. This specific location is not too far from where I live, and yelpers praised it..So I had to try. I have never had Indian food before, its always wonderful to step outside of your own culture and try new things. I asked the owner to recommend me a dish. Well, was I in love with the menu items they allowed me to sample. ...for FREE. I guess he was in a good mood.The vegetarian options are wonderful, if you order on a weekday before 4pm you get the specials which are about $8 max. The lighting is wonderful also, not noisy at all. My only gripe is that the restaurant is so small, if its busy you will be sitting very close to another party. Its really wonderful and I will continue to support them.",real
9801,"I came here with a friend of mine for lunch. The wait was about 15 minutes or so; it was like everyone was in the know about this joint. It was a nice surprise. A live piano player, relatively open space and very cute decor. The waiters were pleasant and not intrusive. The food was very well prepared, if small. I thought that the servings were a little on the small side, but were tasty. We had the bratwurst, the scallops, the crab salad and a couple of sweets to boot. It was about $90 for the two of us with drinks included, so a little on the pricey side. But it is very relaxing and a great place to have a relaxing lunch. A definite keeper.",real
797,Stay away! Geno's is such a tourist trap. The cheesesteak is chewy and the fries are horrible.  Head across the street to Pat's if you want a good Philly cheesesteak.  The service is much better there as well.  Geno's is horrible. We'll never go back!,fake
14961,"Oh, hail to the kale salad!!! At first I was skeptical because I'm not the biggest fan of kale but I'm so glad I chose this over anything else. Leafy kale strips tossed in with toasted almonds and slivers of butternut squash and topped with bits of pecorino and chedder cheese was the perfect mix of sweet, savory, soft & crunchy. A huge jumble in my mouth! And to top it off with 2 baked eggs with an oozing yellow yolk! Adds a bit of creaminess to the mix. Oh hot damn, you just made that heavenly, Northern Spy Food Co! And those duck fat fries. Thickly cut potato wedges flavored wholesomely with duck fat and salt. Amazingly, they weren't super greasy & maintained a good crunchy texture. Service was awesome. Loving the simple rustic look of the restaurant. Glad I came here on a random weekday for lunch - it definitely wasn't packed!",real
32626,Went on a Sunday early dinner. Food was great and staff was friendly and attentive. Overall a great experience.,real
33429,"I had to laugh at the reviewer who said not to come in at 2401 Pennsylvania ave entrance because you will get lost because t is a retirement home. I live here and it is not a retirement home. it is a normal condo. There are many old people who live here though. Little Pete's has some very good food and it is not expensive for what you get. With the dinner specials you get soup, salad , entree, dessert, and beverage for between $12 and $20, depending on what you get. They have the best french fries I ever had. Breakfasts are great and cheap. It is somewhat like a fancy diner and there are many elderly people who eat down there. At lunch it is a different crowd. Good place for the price.",fake
44131,"I feel it is my duty to inform the people of Philadelphia about the cheese pretzel dogs at Zios.  They are outta sight and super delicious.  I think it may be a while until I get to enjoy one since all of my clothes are too small at the moment from holiday overload.   But I look forward to my next encounter with you oh delicious pretzel dog.  (Who am I kidding, I forgot to bring my lunch today...)",real
28708,"I love options and this place has OPTIONS. Hot soba, cold soba,  different broth bases, and any toppings you can imagine... Even on a cold snowy blizzardy night I went with a cold soba and topped it to my heart's delight. Of note: I came here with an all Tokyo crew who barely spoke English and they loved it all. Credibility points.",real
20740,"4 years later and I gave Uva another chance.  It was great! My boyfriend and I sat in the backyard in the corner and it was so comfortable. We tried 3-4 glasses of red wine from the menu that were reasonably priced and shared appetizers.  All in all, great meal, just avoid the almond tart dessert which was just ok!",real
17078,"My wife and I went for breakfast on a Sunday. We had eggs benedict and blueberry pancakes. Both were extremely good and I cant praise this place enough. If your looking for an american breakfast, go to Clinton street! It is really popular so make sure to show up early (we arrived at 0845 and had to wait for 60 minutes - it was worth it)",real
46507,Wonderful patio seating..genuine Italian food..fast service..what else can u ask for..bit on pricy side for being outside of city but still a favorite..nice lunch place or a evening hang out/catch up with friends..,fake
24358,"Love that hits place is just a few blocks from my office - it's got great beer, a wonderful staff, and amazing food! A fantastic place in West Philly / 44th Street corridor.",real
38340,BCD is the spot! Extra spicy tofu soup and complimentary battered fish is delicious! I can't say anymore...,real
8970,"From decorations to the style of food, this place is unique. What makes it more unique is that it makes all these with such normal raw material of porks. We tried a standard n-course menu. Every dish is so great that we are very full for the last dish. Coconut water is worth a try as well.",real
28240,"For a Sunday night shortly before closing time, this little restaurant right off of Routes 130/295/195 sure was accommodating. Stopping in for a quick bite on my drive home, I opted for the Tartufo, which is pretty much a ball of chocolate with gelato and a cherry inside. For the price, you couldn't beat it. My friend chose the Mozzarella alla Romano appetizer and raved about the dish. We'd definitely stop back in if in the area in the future for a full meal. But more than any other factor about this place -- more than the food or decor or location -- what stood out to me the most was the service. Despite the late hour, everyone we encountered greeted us with a smile and kind words. Our server, Alex (I think that was his name? Tallish, blonde, great command of the menu..), went above and beyond to make sure everything was just right with our food, while not being overbearing. I recommend!",real
18063,"Went on a Wednesday for lunch--was told the wait would be 30 minutes, but that turned into 45 minutes.  Finally sat down and we both ordered the Farmer's plate.  Small portion and nothing imaginative or that different from any other brunch place.  Certainly not worth the long wait.  Service was just ok--waitress only came over once and seemed bothered whenever I asked for something.  I went in with high expectations and came out disappointed.  Oh and it's cash only which can be a hassle.  Is it really that time consuming to swipe a credit card?",real
19748,"Dropped in here for a bit New Years Day night as a meeting up place.  Apparently, it had closed and reopened according to a member of our group.  Kind of an upscale dive bar if that makes sense.  The little table by the front window by the bar is good for people watching. Not the great $2 draft deal Glam (closed) had two doors down from 8-10 on Saturday nights, but it has a pretty good draft selection, reasonable prices, and quick bar service.  It wasn't too busy though. My plan was to just randomly pick off the list and get a pint of each, but I only got through 6 before heading to another bar.  I'm a light beer guy, but the Kenziger and Ommegang Vos were decent.",real
5120,"outdoor seating on a warm sunny sunday. hungover or not, i like the location to watch the people of my 'hood mill around. indoors at the bar, i am generally ignored as a female, but i dont mind. the bartenders are nice once i can get their attention.",real
5157,Had lunch here today.  Was impressed with the friendliness of the staff. The menu had a good variety of dishes.  The turkey soup was delicious and nice and hot. I also had a great salad and flan for dessert. The flan was incredible. They have a large parking lot and the restuarant is easy to find. I will definitely go there again and bring friends. There is an English translation of the dishes on the menu!,fake
8659,"what an awesome little spot!! go on a cold winter night- feels like you've been transported to a cozy winter cabin far far away from the city. while the scene is enough to make the trip (their backyard is awesome year round- chiminea and s'mores out back on the cold nights!!) the food happens to be knock-your-socks-off good. listen really closely to what the server has to say about each dish- there's so much detail- you can really tell how much work and thought goes into each creation. straight up classy stuff served in a very homey, unassuming way. awesome wine list, too!",real
29460,"secret and exclusive, and they have every reason to be. instead of tasting menu, order a la carte. Here's what I got: - Appetizer - Uni Croquette (amazing) $10 Uni Caviar Rice Bowl (fishy but still amazing) $10 - Main - Branzini (simply the best fish I ever tasted. No sauce or anything. Just simple fish and vegetables. $30 9.0oz Waygu Beef Outskirt Steak (YOU HAVE TO GET THIS! Very delicious) $49 If you're lucky enough to know someone who's been here, it's definitely worth a visit. One of the best restaurants in NYC.",real
13927,"This is a casual seafood restaurant, in the  style of say, 'S. Florida  meets Maine' dockside crab house, it proudly serves classics. We started with really tasty tap beers downstairs, mine was Six Point to be exact, then we went upstairs and were part of the first sitting after the kitchen opened at 4. The view of the Hudson River, Statue of Liberty, et al are wonderful and eye filling. The food was delicious, I split: a 1/2 dozen oysters, which tasted like and was rightfully described by the server as 'bold and briny', the wedge salad, very generous and filling, steamed lobster which was timed perfect so that the shell easily separated from the meat. I also tried my friend's king crab legs that after some lemon, were sweet and tangy. The key lime tart was heavenly balanced with the whipped cream. I also appreciate a restaurant with NO TELEVISION and the music was popular indie which I love! My 1 quibble? The fries could've been cooked longer, I like 'em on the crispy side :) Between 3 people, we had 5 drinks, 5 appetizers, 3 main courses and 1 dessert, it came to $206 before tip. I feel I received a good value, though spending over $70 a head isn't lost on me. I gotta say, the haters on here don't seem to be critiquing a restaurant as much as complaining about the inconvenience of patronizing a 'new and busy and popular' restaurant when it was mobbed? What do you expect when it's prime dinner hour in Brooklyn? I personally always arrive early  everywhere and on weekdays preferably. That's my advice to those of you on here who judged BC rather harshly.",real
16727,"Nothing tastes worse than bad service and rudeness. Blueberry pancakes were good, but I can't say for sure because the attitudes of the servers induced indigestion.",real
46631,"Stopped in for lunch a couple weekends ago after a rock climbing adventure. We sat outside despite the chilly temp and everything was delicious. We shared the burrata caprese, which was great despite the tomatoes being crazy acidic, and the Polpette Diavolo pizza. The pizza was a great size for two to share...the crust was delicious and all the ingredients very fresh. Would love to come back for dinner to try a bunch more!",real
16997,"I went here for brunch and I had a nice experience.  It was packed and people were waiting outside to be seated.  Since I went alone, they gave me a tiny spot by the window.  I was fine there.  I ordered the brioche french toast with caramelized bananas and walnuts, maple syrup and a side of smoked bacon.  It was delicious.  The service was great, very attentive and accommodating.  The down side, they only take cash.  Across the street there's an ATM...If you drive, make sure you find a good parking and get enough meter time, the meter maids are all over that area!",real
49803,Great food- good service- overall top notch!,real
30892,"I braved the negative yelp reviews and decided to take my family here when they visited me this past weekend.  It was my Uncle's birthday.  We were sooo pleasantly surprised that the restaurant exceeded our expectations!! My Mom and I each ordered the special, which was 1 lb lobster with snow crab legs and a side.  She got the mac and cheese, I got the baked potato.  The meal was SO GOOD, we seriously couldn't stop talking about it all night.  Also, it was for a great price; our meals were $19 each.   My uncle and father ordered the swordfish, which they both really enjoyed, and my boyfriend ordered the Maple Salmon.  Everyone had a great meal.  The dessert that we had them bring out for my uncle's birthday was also very tasty.  I'm not sure what it was called but it was some sort of cream pie. The service was good, and I love the style of both the interior and exterior.   I'm sure I'll be back here for more lobster!  Yum!",real
42171,"A wonderful new addition to the neighborhood. The cocktails are creative, the beers are quality and both are fairly priced. The food is simple pub fare done well and works very well. The staff are all down-to-earth, affable people. The music is eclectic and cool. There aren't any tv's to erode your attention span or hollow your soul! The energy there is warm and fun, devoid of any attitude. Just a really terrific bar. Well done to the owners.",real
49064,My new favorite place to eat in Philadelphia! Everything is tasty! The cheese fries are my favorite. I really enjoy the variety of toppings and homemade sauces you can choose from to add to your burger.,real
9795,"I will have to remove one star for generally inattentive service, but four stars for everything else: food, presentation, ambiance, and dessert of course. My friend and I walked in to a very quiet cafe at around 11:45 AM, and were seated in a cushion-y corner that allowed us a view of the entire dining room (funny sites included a couple reading their separate newspapers together without talking.) I was hungry, so I went for the spaetzle with corn, mushrooms and peas. Super creamy and dastardly indulgent, it was about as Austrian as you can get, and left me feeling full but not sick. My friend went the lighter route with a sausage salad that vaguely resembled the shredded salads so popular in Japan. Due to the vinaigrette and abundance of peppers, onions and cucumbers, it was surprisingly refreshing. When walking in it is absolutely impossible to avoid ogling at the gorgeous table of Austrian cakes lining the mirrored wall; naturally, ordering was in order. My friend went with Rehrueken, which in my studies it is said to resemble a rack of venison with marzipan and almonds sticking out to appear as garlic. Regardless, it was a delicious cake, which is saying something considering I usually avoid plain chocolate cakes at all costs; orange confiture made it even better. My Mozart Tarte was one of the best, I guess you could say ""classic"" desserts I've had in a long time. Consisting of layers of pistachio, marzipan, and chocolate in various forms, it was a true delight in both color (a vivid green/brownish-black) and taste. A word to the wise: you can be as casual as you wish.",real
39863,Best chicken soup in all of Manhattan ... maybe the world!,real
37550,"Took some out of town guests last week on a Thursday. Got a reservation for 6 the night before, no problem. I was honestly expecting a little more, and wanted my guests to be a bit more impressed. It was very good, solid, standard Italian (pasta and sauce, antipasti etc) with above average ingredient quality. It is simple, the portions are large, but I was expecting just a bit more. Something....I don't know. Intangible, I suppose. However, if you're looking for traditional, warm Italian and you have a discerning palate, this is a perfect option. It doesn't feel like a lazy, cheap 'italian' place like some over on Bleeker. It was clearly popular, clearly established. People in there were educated, interested, engaged in their conversations and food.",real
35101,"The food here is out of this world. Out. of. this. world. Drinks: the cinnamon tequila drink is the best kind of surprise. Get: The charcuterie plate, the octopus, the pork belly, the brussel sprouts, the artichoke. Dessert: I've never had bread pudding that made me want to cry before. I've never had bread pudding that I preferred to chocolates and pistachios--another excellent dessert. What makes the food so good is its power; each dish has cohesion in flavors and delicacy in execution. The pork belly and octopus especially are flooded with umami. Just incredible food.",real
32568,The restaurant was terrific! Everyone enjoyed their meals and there is something for everyone.   Service was excellent and everyone was very friendly.  Ozzy was top notch! The complimentary bread was awesome as well! I recommend this place to everyone!,real
9303,"Excellent food. Although the menu seems limited everything on it is fantastic. I would definitely come with a large group to try a lot of the small plates. One large plate and 2 small plates is probably just over the edge of what's fine for 2 people. The highlight for me was the khao sai. The restaurant is really well set up, its definitely not a quiet night out place but service was prompt and attentive. I need to go back to get to those other small plates.",real
29608,"I love the Bohemian, and I have been there 6 or 7 times.  But I'm not going to talk about the food.  There is enough information in other people's reviews to make a fair assessment of what you'll find here.   Non-Food-Related Exceptional Things About The Bohemian: 1) The ambiance is one-of-a-kind.  From the zen rock garden to the soft lighting to the wall decorations, it's clear that thoughtful consideration went into choosing each piece and the layout as a whole. 2) The furniture is quite simply perfect.  With a mix of couches and lounge chairs for larger parties, and smaller dining tables for dinner dates, every type of occasion can be comfortably accommodated.  The dining chairs are exceptionally comfortable, especially for a 6'3"" man with long legs!  The tables are tall enough to get your knees underneath. 3) For every dish, there is a unique and well conceived set of dishware and utensils that make the mechanics of eating almost as pleasurable as the flavors.  Moreover, the dishes are designed for sharing, which means you can sample everything. 4) The toilet is a proper Japanese toilet.  You know what I'm talking about -- with an automatic lid that greets you when you walk in, a remote control for setting the water pressure of the bidet and all that jazz. 5) You can play their guitar for free and serenade the crowd, no questions asked. 6) The staff is exceptionally polite and precise at a level that I've only experienced in Japan.  Basically, they are world-class.",real
25481,"Love this UWS wine bar. There seem to be many wine bars to choose from in the neighborhood, and Riposo stands out to me above the others. The service there is a delight; the waitress practically joined us for drinks. The food is great as well, my guy likes the grilled skirt stake bruschetta and I go for a cheese plate with yummy dates and apricots. The Ceviche is also quite mentionable! I hope to make it to happy hour soon, goes till 7.",real
4228,"Lemon Ricotta pancakes were to die for!  Had so much food.  Friendly staff, pretty gooooooodd",real
41955,great bar but wishing it peaks... it seems like it's only good for pregaming or after-party. good brunch menu!,real
26113,"My best friend lives in Bayonne so whenever I visit her, we eat around the area. She had been telling me about Cibao Invita for a while now because her and her husband frequent this place whenever they are in the mood for Dominican food. We had dinner here on a Saturday night. We drove because their apt is a long walk from here and we were all starving so just decided that driving would be better. We found parking right outside on the street. The place was PACKED. Lots of people getting food to go but also lots of people staying in to eat. There is a long line of already cooked and prepared food behind glass, the people who were ordering were all scattered along trying to see the various food they had for the day. It seemed all very hectic because different people were being helped. My friend had already warned me that it would be hard to place our order since many of them didn't speak English but luckily once we got someone's attention we just pointed at what we wanted and the dishes were quickly scooped up. We ordered a few meats (I think they were all Pork but just cooked in diff ways) and of course Maduros, Rice, Beans. The portion sizes were LARGE which I already expected because my friend told me that they always go home with leftovers for their meal. Prices were very reasonable too. All the food def tasted very authentic. Only complaint is that there were no prices listed anywhere (which could lead to me being charged more than someone else, especially if I don't understand what is being said). I also didn't like how the staff comes off as rude or stand offish, not sure if it's because of the language barrier or what.",real
3913,"Starving me and a boyfriend who wants to fill my appetite quickly - we scurried out to Alphabet City to check this place out.   He had once or twice been here but it was my first time so... Service was good but a little disappointed that this place was not as well ventilated as I expected most places to be on a hot summer day.  The workers all situate themselves out in the dining area - chattering.  It's fine by me as long as my food doesn't take 20 minutes to make.  AND it was just a Cubano.  AND it barely looked like it had anything in there.  SMH.  Luck for them I guess, I have a ""small"" stomach.   My boyfriend's food came after mine and it was just a plate of cut out pernil as supposed to stredded, a plate of spanish rice and a cup of red beans.  It was good but not as fulfilling as he wanted it to be either and not as he remembered it used to be. Food is cheap and good but not to the point where I'd recommend going if you have an appetite.  I'd rather go to La Isla instead.  Sadly La Isla on Delancey doesn't stay open after 6pm.  SAD FACE.",real
38866,"This place just opened last saturday and i've already been there twice.  Their slogan is ""Damn Fine Food, Wicked Drinks, and a Hell of a Good Time"" and that just about sums it up.",real
2886,"I chose not to eat here for many reasons. To name a few, the place is covered in neon lights. If that doesn't say, GIVE US BUSINESS, then I don't know what does. Oh, and the place is way too ""Americana"" for my liking. They still call French fries ""Freedom"" fries. Really? That was stupid in 2001. It's even dumber now. And the whole thing about only speaking English when ordering.. Uh, you're in Philly. Know your demographic, jerks.",real
33724,"Not bad if you want some mexican food. This place has a fair bit to offer when it comes to a good meal and atmosphere. They have a pretty good sized menu and plenty of options to choose from along with a complimenting bar to go with the meal. The service was just average in my opinion, but the bartender was pretty good so it made up for it a bit. The food when it came out was pretty good. It was correct when it came out and it was pretty fresh. Overall I had a pretty good experience here and will probably come back in the future.",fake
39003,"Sometimes I literally dream about the sesame crusted salmon in the plum sauce, served over grilled asparagus and mashed potatoes.  I finally took the boyfriend to Figs, and he thought it was ""really good"" but he hasn't dreamed about it yet.  For shame. Other things to get: brie with honey in a clay pot, duck with spinach & bread pudding, risotto.  Also their brunch is a little atypical, but still really great (fluffiest pancakes I've ever seen), BYO, and never has a wait like the other places in the 'hood.",real
23321,Did not care for it.  Overrated and service subpar.  The manager is a true jackass.  Has absolutely no concept of customer service.,real
4456,"it's aight, typical diner food.  the cherry drink is good",real
11806,"I curse this restaurant, I really do.  Ever since I had the bone marrow here two years ago, I've been futilely searching for something like it in L.A.  I found it amusing later when I was flipping through my not-for-tourist guide book and it mentioned the Blue Ribbon and its marrow. We also ordered oysters (yummy but I forgot which kind we got). I also ordered the chicken barley soup and the skirt steak. The barley was very crunchy and the chicken seemed freshly grilled and plopped in. I am not used to soups like this. I guess I prefer the old fashioned soups where the flavors have been cooked together and have melded. It was still good, but different. I could barely eat my steak which thankfully was just three slices with lots of onion and mushrooms swimming in a gorgeous flavor. A friend had the duck which was good but we liked the mashed turnip that went with it more. Oh, and my vodka tonic was excellent.   Every time someone tells me they're going to NYC, I tell them they have to come here (as well as Babbo) because this was one of the highlights of my trip.",real
43354,"I've been waiting for weeks for the Philadelphia outpost of Max Brenner to open, and I raced over today as soon as I was done at the office. I think my friend/dining partner was a little wary of the effusive praise I was heaping on this Willy Wonka-esque chocolate emporium, but by the time our meal was over, she was a convert. I started off with a strawberry mojito--hardly chocalatey but perfectly refreshing on a warm summer night. I wanted to skip right to dessert, but ended up ordering the bacon/chicken/cheddar rolls to start. I was unprepared for how ridiculously small they were, but what they lacked in size, they made up for in flavor. I'm definitely a fan. I bypassed my very favorite menu item--the chocolate peanut butter crepe with dulce de leche ice cream, caramel sauce and caramelized bananas--for something new. My brownie sundae extravaganza (not its real name, but something close to it) featured chocolate peanut butter ice cream, dulce de leche ice cream, chocolate pieces, brownie bits, whipped cream and hazelnut crunchies, with little bowls of chocolate sauce and peanut butter sauce on the side. It was fabulous--how could it not be with all that stuff?--but the crepe remains my favorite. The presentation on all the food and drinks is charming, and the service is friendly and attentive. This would be a great date place if not for the howling children that are sure to gather wherever desserts are plentiful (we had a screecher right by us tonight). My advice? Go late, when the wee ones are likely to be home in bed and no one will see your horribly distended belly as you waddle out of the restaurant into the darkness of night.",real
9408,"Rather than talk about wait times and other bullshit that really doesn't matter, I'll get right down to business. Can't Miss Dishes: Sizzling Sisig - so let me get this straight, you break down a pig's face, cook/braise/season it 8,000 different ways until it culminates with little morsels of crispy, succulent pig bits that gets an egg cracked on top of it, served on a hot cast iron plate? Yes please. Crispy Pata - JFC. Just order this, it's retarded. Jump ball between the Pata and the Sisig for best dish at P&K. Khao Soi - really dug this bowl of noodles. The cripsy noodles they add into the regular noodles give it a nice balance of textures and does a great job of soaking up the delicious curry broth. Didn't love the chicken in here, but only bc I'm a chicken hater. Overall, this is quite decadent. Curry Lamb Ribs - fake-me-out lettuce wraps, with whole wheat roti subbing in for the lettuce. Lamb was very good, and really liked the pickled beets that came with this. The chickpeas we had were kinda meh, I wouldn't order them again. And the Grilled Pork Jowl reminded me too much of that watermelon salad with pork thing they serve at Fatty Crab. I know the Fatty Crew is involved here but, you know, we've already seen that trick. Note: they don't have a liquor license yet so the ""cocktail list"" is beer and wine based. Which isn't a bad thing, just want to give you guys a head's up. BUT, if you're like me and you enjoy Micheladas then the one here will definitely hit the spot (PROTIP: ask for an extra shot of the tomato juice on the side, so you can re-up as you add more cerveza).",real
21917,"I stumbled upon this place while searching for an affordable place to eat with a friend in the east village. Graffiti's got great reviews and their menu looked very interesting so I was excited to try it! My friend and I met here around 6:20pm for a nice Saturday night dinner. We didn't have reservations, but they were able to fit us in before their 7:30pm reservations (suggestion: have a reservation). The restaurant is extremely small--only 3 tables total to seat about 20 people tops! So of course, it was quite intimate. The decorations are wonderful, especially the place mats which are Chinese newspapers. My friend and I ordered the Zucchini Hummus Pizza (a filo dough flat bread, hummus spread, zucchini, and wasabi peas all baked) and the Grapefruit pork dumplings (steamed pork dumplings covered in a grapefruit confit and crispy crunches). Both were good and only $12 each. The service here was great! The (I'm guessing owner) brought us our tapas and explained to us what each one was carefully and specifically. You could tell that he was passionate about his restaurant. This only get's a three star in my book because although our meal was good, it wasn't outstanding, and something that couldn't easily be made at home.",real
14332,"Perhaps I should preface this lofty review by noting that every meal, whether brunch or breakfast, be laden with a side of fruit. One might think, yum, fruit. But this is a cop out. Regardless of the dish, you will get, doubt it not, grapes, cantaloupe, and pineapple. And probably like one piece of cantaloupe. Like an entire, well proportioned third of your plate is going to have the same three fruit that everybody else in the whole entire restaurant has, Maybe this wouldn't be such a bad idea if the food was even decent. But how could this unasked for and I suspect mandatory side add to my dining experience? Perhaps grapes, cantaloupe, and pineapples complement everything on N. 3rd's enticing and varied menu. The food itself is meager and bland. And boring.",fake
13630,Best seafood spot ever in my opinion just a little expensive to be honest but I deff recommend you to go,fake
47719,"Bruno's is in a strip mall off of 46 a short distance after the Paterson exits, so if you don't keep an eye out you might miss it; it is towards the eastern side of that mall.  I sure did!  Inside it is rather dumpy with a diner-bar setup and booths in front with more seating in the back.  There is a waitress here that won an award for being the best pizzeria waitress in NJ, but I did not get to meet her (poor me).  They have a full menu, but by popular consensus the Sicilian slice is the thing to get here: it is consistently rated as one of the best in NJ, often compared to a place named Mr. Bruno's in Lyndhurst--no relation that I am aware of.   The Sicilian slice I got was very big and heavy.  It was also cheap at only $2!  Because of its size, it reheated awkwardly at best.  Part of my slice didn't rise very well, which left half of it to get that great fried dough texture--the hallmark of a good sicilian--and the other half to be a sloppy messy under the weight of the toppings.  The tomato sauce was aggresively herbed, but the tomatoes they used were good enough that they held up; it was  a bit sweet though.  Mozzarella was used sparingly, which i appreciated.  All said this was a very aggressive, unbalanced slice that packed good flavor, but didn't really live up to its reputation.  I can definitely see why people love it though.   If I'm in the area again and I don't want to hit Pizzatown USA for some reason--ie: I get into a fight with one of the sisters--then I'll give this another shot.  But for me, Mr. Bruno's in Lyndhurst wins the battle of the NJ sicilians hands down here.",real
6618,"Visiting Philly, I decided to use Yelp to figure out where to go for dinner that was close by and my girlfriend and I decided on Continental Mid-Town. The ambiance was perfect for the dinner we were both looking for. Lively but yet quaint at the same time. We made reservations and were seated right away. Our server was very active and conversed with us. Although it took quite a bit of time for our drinks to come out, he was very attentive to us. I ordered the Cheesesteak Egg Rolls and my girlfriend ordered the Lobster Mac and Cheese. For me, I was in love with the Egg Rolls right away, and they come with Sriracha Ketchup! The Mac and Cheese was a little bland and consisted of a risotto type base instead of traditional macaroni. Their Tiramisu was very good as well! Overall though, I really enjoyed going to Continental, I just wish we had sat upstairs with the swinging seats.",real
35987,I am rating the pizza alone bc that is all I ever get. The pizza is fab. If you want a good vegetable and pepporoni pizza this is the place. I just  get a veggie (but light brocolli spinach ) because if you get all the vegetables it will be soggy. They let you add all kinds of stuff on your pizza. You can also add the seasoning and choose how well you want your pizza. I added basil and oregano and it was divine!!!,fake
10319,We like the food but why won't they let us in??,real
30044,"In the last few months, I have had quite a few reasons to pop by Silk City...and while each time was completely different, each time delivered a great evening...I will recommend going on a Saturday as opposed to Friday...DJ DeeJay is definitely the best when it comes to keeping the party going....plus you can tweet song requests... The dance floor gets a bit crowded as the night goes on, but get your drinks in early and ride out the night in your own little corner...or else you will be elbowing your way through the crowd to get your good time juice. Maybe someday I will be able to experience the beer garden or the diner...but for now, I can't help but get my groove on in the lounge....",real
16703,"PANCAKES omg. I don't normally like pancakes, but the pancakes here are so yum. Sometimes there is a long wait though, so go there early if  you can!",real
29840,"Stopped by here Saturday around 3PM for lunch outside on a beautiful day. However! When you are just sitting there waiting for food, the sun gets REALLY hot and the umbrella over our table was not shading anything. We were quickly seated outside where there were 2 or 3 open tables but by the time we were leaving there were a lot of open tables so 4ish would be a better time to come. The boyfriend had the Grilled Chicken Sandwich $12 (prosciutto, sharp provolone, broccoli rabe, long hots, basil pesto mayo, ciabatta) and enjoyed it. I had the Smoked Salmon Benedict $12 (house cured salmon, sautéed spinach, toasted english muffin, dill hollandaise, roasted potatoes) that was pretty good. The hollandaise sauce was a bit too creamy for me but overall the dish was good. The english muffin was nicely toasted and the salmon was good. It also came with a thin slice of melon that the boyfriend took. Our waitress was hard to get a hold of by the end but other than that, she was nice. Might be back since the location is pretty convenient and having the option of a big outdoor seating or nice indoor seating is nice.",real
32285,"My family has tried pretty much every Thai restaurant  in Hell's Kitchen, so we think we know  good from not so good. We did delivery, so admittedly, did not experience the cool vibe that some reviewers mention. The spring rolls were pretty tasty, and different, long instead of the short little ones. Our biggest complaint was the curries: they were incredibly watery, like thinner than soup, almost like broth, and also a little too salty. Compared to our favorite Thai restaurant, Qi on 8th Ave., @9  pales in comparison. Perhaps we will have a different experience sitting in the restaurant, but we won't be ordering delivery here again.",real
8351,"We came here for the first time about 6 moths ago...and have been coming ever since! The place is in a location that seems to be ""cursed"" in that nothing seems to last there. I hope that this place makes it! The manager is a very kind & friendly gentleman who greets us with a smile every time. The food is also very good!  Some things are better than others, sure...and the bread is not gonna knock your socks off. But everything's we've ever had has been fresh and tasty. The service is what stands out to us here...we feel like our patronage is truly appreciated whenever we go there. A far cry from the apathetic service we get at so many other ristorantes...where we feel as if they couldn't care less whether we come back or not. Bonus-the decor is adorable!!",fake
40603,"There seem to be three types of mexican restaurants in New York worth discussing. (Caliente Cab does not qualify as Mexican). The first are hole-in-the-wall, health-violation-prone, authentic taquerias. Taqueria y Fonda on 107 and El Toro Partido on 139 are two stand-outs. The second type is the Rosa Mexicana/Dos Caminos thing. Large, colorful places that serve decent americanized Mexican food. Not culinary experiences worth writing home about, but not offensive either. The third type is a cross between the two. The food in these restaurants tends to be authentic, flavorful Mexican food- but the setting is carefully thought-out and the clientele is young and hip. Barrio Chino, Mercadito Grove and Florencia 13 belong to this category. Why the long introduction? Why have I thought about Mexican food to such an extent? Simply put, because it is one of the mysteries of New York's restaurant scene. In a city known for its cultural diversity, where one can eat Malawian food or Swedish meatballs within the same block, Mexican food is sadly unexplored. But the third category seems to be gathering momentum, and I suspect in the years to come New York will have its very own brand of Mexican food- much like San Francisco or Los Angeles. Barrio Chino is a low-key, low-lit, cosy little place in a vibrant part of the city. There are approximately 8 tables in the room, and 10 stools at the bar. When my lady friend and I went last night, battling a polar wind storm, we were seated at the bar immediately. This is definitely a small place, so I would suggest going with a (very) small group of friends. There was a birthday party going on in the middle of the room, but I suspect they made a deal with the owner since the restaurant usually operated on a no-reservation basis (grrr). We ordered a mojito (excellent), the chef's guacamole; chicken soup; steak tacos; barbacoa, and an espresso. First off, the guacamole. Fantastic. Fresh, sharp, with clusters of avocado appearing every now and again to say hello in the sea of creamy greenness. The chips were very good as well- shiny and crunchy, not too oily. We were also given a small plate of salsa, which was a nice complement to the delicate texture of the guacamole. The steak tacos were also very good, but needed a little doctoring. They were essentially smokey strips of steak served on a warm tortilla, with a slice of avocado on top. A little guacamole and some lime juice was added to help the tortilla out- and the taco went from being a tasty but dry experience, to a tasty, moist and delicious morsel. The chicken soup was fantastic. Nothing wrong with it. It was incredibly fresh, and plentiful. The barbacoa- braised lamb served with rice and onions- was wonderful but a tad too salty. To some people, that would read as ""rich"" or ""strong""- but too me it went a little over the salty edge. Having said that, the quality of the lamb, spices and flavor were outstanding. The coffee was fine. Finally, the bill. Not bad at all. $65 for two people who definitely ate like little piggies. Aside from the minor criticisms, this is a winner and I will definitely be back.",real
39449,"I am quite baffled at how this place has such good reviews! me and the bf walked by yesterday and saw the cute little sidewalk cafe and thought great, lunch. The sever came out immediately and we were seated at one of the three tables, the weather is great and he was very friendly, we each ordered a beer and began looking at the menus where was all honky dory till the food came. I ordered the Cobb salad with dressing on the side and what I got was old salad greens that were already wilted and yellowing with bacon fried several days ago and cheap, salty cold cut like turkey, you know the type that boars head makes fun of because it was ground up and reshaped like turkey so you don't really even know what it is you are eating already dressed quite heavily in a mustard vinaigrette. My bf ordered the croque monsieur which was a ham and cheese sandwich on wonder bread with bechamel on top that was not even browned. you could tell the cheese inside was not even melted! And once again that old salad greens on the side with the mustard vinaigrette. Quite disappointing I must say since the place was quite cute!",real
31219,"Looking for a great ambiance, fabulous service and great food?  This is the place, the total package.   Lately, I have been going to a lot of places that would rush you thru dinner so they could make more money but this place didn't rush you out at all!  They  let you take your time for dinner though if you were in a rush they would get it out ASAP!  They cater to your needs.  They did a wonderful job spacing out the appetizer/dinner/dessert which was exactly what we were looking for. Overall, I would go to this place time and time again and take all of my visitors there to experience!",fake
14627,"North Third has great drinks and great food. It is a semi-regular spot for my wife and I and our friends. My wife loves the brunch and swears it's the best place to get a bowl of tomato soup. Their margherita pizza was an unexpected delight. And we usually don't pass up the edamame. As someone that doesn't prefer parking downtown or taking the train, I like the location too. And I would be amiss if I did not compliment their service. Give it a shot!",real
15024,"Where can I start... This place is truly a restaurant that is run by an amazing leader, chef Hadley, who has more talent in his pinky finger than I do in my entire body. He and the kitchen are so on par it's ridiculous.  A chef that is this focused on putting out amazing, beautiful food and actually cares about his team is a cool thing to see. The food is so fresh, you can taste the care in it, and it is by far the best restaurant in  East Village... And in my opinion.. It's a a top restaurant in the entire city.  The front of house is another reason I love this place... They are (literally every time I am in the place), so friendly, so helpful and honestly seem like they enjoy where they work.  This, for me, makes food taste even better. Nothing is worse to me then going to a great restaurant and the food is ruined by poor customer service.  The dinner, the brunch, the service, the ambiance... Perfection.  I hate waiting, I am so tired of waiting everywhere in New York... But for Northern Spy... I wait patiently.",real
25003,First time I went my quesadilla was on point and delicious and crunchy. Next time I went I got a really soggy quesadilla that I did not enjoy eating.... I mostly just dipped it in guacamole to cover up the grossness. Went back again recently hoping I'd get lucky and get a crunchy one again but no it was soggy again and I was really annoyed.,fake
48012,"I live in this neighborhood, and I am so glad that I have Race Street Cafe! It is very affordable (for Old City), consistently good food, relaxed atmosphere, and the beer, wine, and cocktails are great too. I love this for an easy Brunch, or a good solid burger one night you just don't feel like cooking. Their turkey burger is a big hit, along with fries and their signature aioli. The specials are always great, as opposed to things the chef wants to get rid of, so be sure to check out the blackboard in the back. In winter, the ambiance is great with the wood burning stove. Come summer, the tables outside offer great people watching while you relax with a beer.",real
42219,Food A variety of tasty food that left me feeling healthy! No tummy ache or discomfort! It felt like food meant for my body. Satisfying portions and flavors. Environment Unique seating but limited. I took off stars for the massive inconvenience this place is to those with wheelchairs and strollers. God forbid a paleo mom wishes to bring her paleo baby. There are no changing tables in the place and I had to use some small table in the upstairs bathroom in a very precarious way to get a clean diaper on my kid. I know the world doesn't have to cater to anyone and I should (and have!) adapted but it's not hard to get a $50 changing table from restaurant depot and screw it on the wall. No one will care about aesthetics in the bathroom. Seating downstairs is so limited and the seats are oddly shaped such that you are in an almost squat. I am very tall and it was not comfortable. Oh well. Foods good.,real
24077,good steak like the inside,real
48317,"Holy smokes! This place knocked my socks off and I wasn't even wearing any... We initially were going to Amor y Amargo next door, but they were packed and since we both just worked out like gerbils on a wheel, we needed food. This place is small with a few tables, but it was packed even at 9pm. That is a good sign. I recently gave up meat. This is a day 4 so I decided not to get a banh mi. I was in the mood for some fresh veggies so I ordered a lotus stem salad. Best salad ever. I have always been a big fan of lotus. I like lotus root and one of my favorite Chinese dishes is lotus root stuffed with pork. Well, I won't be eating that anymore. Sigh. At least, I am leaving less of a carbon print now. But wow the salad was amazing. The lotus root was fresh, with a bit of crunch. The salad also had some shrimp and pickled onions, carrots, and plenty of crush peanuts with fish sauce. It was extremely fresh and flavourful. The guy at the counter was also very cute. He reminded me of a long lost uncle. Sweet and sincere. I will def be back to have the veggi banh mi. Thanks for making my dinner so satisfying!",real
42882,As all ways.. great deserts!,real
39057,"Although I see mostly positive reviews I didn't have that good of an experience at figs. Our reservation was at 8....one hour and 20 minutes later and two bottle of wine drank right in the middle of the dinning room, practically at somebody else's table because it was too cold to wait outside we were finally sat. the entire time the restaurant is so smokey that my eyes are constantly tearing. I am not sure if it is always like that or this was some special exhaust problem circumstance. the owner/ server is very pleasant, the food is...hmm not so much. I order you're typical caprese salad, my mistake because the tomatoes are not really in season but somehow i hope they still have the good ones..they do not. but I am absolutely outraged when I see Alex's appetizer: pepper crusted sea scallops, which I imagine to be these beautiful large seared scallops, come out as 10 tiny little scallops in a pretty tasty sauce. Its not that the description was deceiving because it didn't say they would be diver scallops, but this was not what i expected either. my dish of whole fish was pretty good, but its hard to mess up whole fish. The asparagus was very tasty. overall, i was not impressed with this place. A friend of mine told me the food was NOT good, however i didn't believe her because of such abundance of positive reviews. well, judge for yourself i guess.",real
37927,"Stumbled apon this place one evening for a drink and a bite to eat... - $3 coronas on the menu, yes not a special (which is $2 during happy hour) -  whiskey coconut waters!!!!  Who knew.  This is going to be the go to from this point on   - great low key hometown vibe - good food, had a sandwich and an appetizer that hit the spot Almost forgot to mention the live band killin it in this intimate space.  Was my first time here and for sure won't be the last....",real
14500,"North 3rd is always a win. The atmosphere is cool, the food and drinks amazing. Parking is usually pretty easy; I've never had to drive more than a block away. The staff has always been courteous and friendly. In the four years or so that I've gone there I've yet to have any sort of a bad experience.",real
15936,"Came with friends at the start of our NYC trip. Good selection, generous portions, and very good food. Friendly staff. An ENORMOUS dessert counter, which we did sample from. Our son had a ""chocolate mouse"" and thoroughly enjoyed it. Will definitely stop here again when in the area.",real
12657,"YUM. peruvian chicken is da bomb. a half portion is definitely huge enough to share between 4 or 5 people. well keep in mind also i went with all girls. the salmon ceviche was super unique and delicious, but it was a really small portion for almost $20. their lomo saltado is the best i've ever had... HOW do they get the beef so freakin tender and delicious?!?!  great place to go with a group :] if you split everything family style it's super affordable",real
41804,"Awesome bar with awesome food.  The décor is trendy and hip - do people still say hip? I stopped by cuz I heard good things about their food but even without food it would be a great place to hang. The place is pretty chill. They have a decent selection of beers on tap and the bartender was a friendly guy. Actually somewhat reminded me of the DUDE from The Big Lebowski with his laid back manner. On to the food.. I had the mac n cheese w/ bacon. It was deliciously cheesy and comforting. If I had a pillow, I would've curled into a fetal position right on the bar after I was done.  This is what comfort food is supposed to be like. They got the balance between the mac n cheese just right. They served it on the actual baking skillet with the cheese forming a thin crust on top. Perfection! I am ashamed - no, downright embarrassed that I just found out about this place but I'm ready to make up for lost time.",real
18143,"If you wild enough to go for brunch on any weekend, eat something really light first. Because you might have to wait an hour for a table. I like almost everything here. For brunch, I like their ""croque madame"". Note: The owner is very nice. He's always busy, but say Hi to him, he's very earthy.",real
26314,"Favorite brunch spot in the city. Pia and I come here at least three times per month. The menu has so many good choices that it makes it near impossible to choose poorly. The ""specials"" menu is usually what I order from as it is always changing and I'm yet to be disappointed. If you are local and looking for a good bite to eat, don't miss this place!!",real
1419,"There is something wrong with you if you like or go here. You're either a tourist or have questionable character. Pat's is across the street just go there or any of the 100 steak places including food carts that are significantly better. Don't be fooled by the bright lights or the BS publicity it gets on the nation stage, its plain gross.",real
8868,I almost don't want to give them a good review so they don't have 1.5 hour wait times like some other places but they deserve success.  We wandered in here last week and could not be more thrilled with how delicious everything was.  The chicken was crispy and moist.  The biscuits are so fluffy and buttery.  The jezebel sauce - YUM!  And then there is the buttermilk dressing.  Oh make sure to get the Prickly Pear Lemonade!!  Our server was attentive and friendly without being overbearing or annoying.,real
38368,"First time I came here with a bunch of my Philly friends and we had a great service! The decor is clean and our waiter was very attentive. We ordered 2 seafood tofu dishes,bulgogi, and chicken bulgogi. All phenomenally cooked really well and tender. The side dishes that were immediately brought out right after we ordered were massive, the fried fish itself you can just eat all with the bones. The second time I can here with a couple of friends from NY, the service was a little rushed. It was snowing outside and there were alot of people dining. Side dishes never failed, cept the tiny thing that annoyed me was that when the food came, they were holding it too near me and the hot liquid from the boiling tofu hit me. The seafood one is never a miss and so is the bulgogi, I didn't really like the curry tofu dish though. Maybe it needed to be more spicy because it was quite bland. I will say is that the price, just like any great korean restaurant is little pricey. But if you are craving for a good korean meal and tender meat. Come here!",real
7703,"Amazing.  ""best lamb in NYC"" quotes my fiancé who is the snobbiest of food snobs out there!  He LOVES this place.   It is worth the wait.  it's best to book a couple days in advance as well, the place books up quickly.",real
7600,Great Greek food for starters. Service like no other. Place tends to be a but crowded on weekends but the food simply makes up for it. Waiter told us about Metaxa and we loved it. Great overall experience. Thank you,fake
26050,"While visiting my former home a few weeks ago, I met my fabulous girlfriend for a drink on the Lower East Side. We'd planned to hit some ""hidden gem"" in an alley -- the name escapes me -- but it clearly is no longer so hidden and was a major goat rodeo. So, as is often best practice on the LES, we hit the pavement and relied entirely on our stumble-upon-it senses. We almost blew by Jadis but were in such deep, desperate need of our wine that we decided to give it a go. Even though it was completely empty, which is always a bit alarming in a city full of bustling bars. Having never been to France, I can't say the interior felt authentic... But it felt very ""Paris cellar bar"" in my mind's eye.  Simple, dark and woody. I'm not even sure what I mean by woody, but I do mean it. We ordered up our wines by the glass, plus an order of mixed olives and a small plate of Camembert to share, and enjoyed some QUIET (gasp) conversation. We watched as the server sliced our cheese behind the bar, so creamy he had to scrape it off the wooden board, and gobbled it up (twice over, actually) with a lightly dressed mesclun salad, crusty bread and crisp, cool red grapes. What a perfect way to spend a pre-dinner Friday evening after a long day on the go.",real
42615,"Regarding the chocolate, it is tasty, thick, and delicious though not the best I ever had in my life. Don't bother eating here for breakfast, though. I went for breakfast while visiting Philadelphia. We ordered strawberry waffles and blueberry pancakes and although the food was beautifully presented, the service okay (though not fabulous) and the wait decent (in fact it was empty at 9:30 on a Sunday, I should have taken that as a sign), it was definitely not as good as anything you'd get at a corner diner and seemed very much pre-cooked. The biggest issue was that the basic latte my husband ordered was burnt tasting and plain gross, irredeemable even with sugar. We got eggs with chorizo, onion and spiced home fries and they were cooked just fine, but lackluster.The homefries seemed like they came out of a frozen package. As for the thick Italian hot chocolate and various chocolate sauces on the breakfast plates, absolutely wonderful. Stick to the chocolate and possibly desserts if you go here! At least with that you will not be disappointed.",fake
42905,"The service was pretty good here, fast! I got the BALT sandwich. bacon, lettuce tomato...I forget what the A stands for. It was pretty good. It comes with these delicious waffle fries!!!! SO GOOD! Best waffle fries ever! My friends got the kobe burger and loved it We shared a fondue with three people, we got the dark and white chocolate. This was good but I'm not that big of a chocolate fan but I think if this is your first time here you have to try the fondue. I'd def come back here!",real
37501,"I had the lobster cannelloni with vodka sauce which was very good. My friend had the eggplant parmesan, which I had a taste of and thought was very good as well. Very solid italian food, but not mind blowing. The service was okay. They've crammed a lot of tables into the place, and makes it difficult to get seated, as well as for the wait staff to get around. Beyond that, was kept waiting for a table, the owner kept seating other people ahead of us which was annoying. If you're looking for good italian food, then you can go here, but I wouldn't put this on your to-do list.",real
23154,"I love this place! I have just recently moved to NJ from NYC and I am a huge lover of Spanish cuisine, Cuban Pete's hits the spot for me whenever I'm craving Spanish food. I will agree with the other reviews that during their busy time it can be very loud and crowded. But I have gone with friends on a Wednesday around 6pm and it is quite and lovely. I would recommend this place to everybody. P.S. I recommend the Carne con Papas (Beef Stew).",real
16905,"hot damn, i can understand why people love this place for the pancakes and then turn jaded when they recall having to wait so long. so here's some tips to ensure you get what you want... go on a weekday, before 10 AM, and come in small parties (the less the better). i'm not a sweet breakfast person and I'd never have more than a few bites, but those blueberry pancakes are seriously tasty. no one would ever have thought that pancakes could be that good. the fried green tomatoes were good, but nothing to order again and same for the huevos rancheros.",real
26509,"As of right now I believe there are 334 reviews of Sabrina's.  It doesn't need another brunch review, it needs a DINNER review. Enter, me. I've been dying to eat dinner here ever since I knew it existed.  It's a BYOB, so our new ""Built"" 6 pack holder came in quite handy.  We had a few Harpoon summer beers to accompany our feast which consisted of Shrimp Scampi for the boo, and RIBS for the goo. First, when you go for dinner...you don't have to wait outside for an hour or call ahead or give others around you the dirtiest looks if they dare take that bar stool you were eying.  Heads up, you can still order their brunch menu into the evening hours.  By the time we ate, at 7, brunch was over.  But if you're timely, you can avoid the crowds and still get a french toast. My ribs were outstanding.  A rack of 4 baby back ribs sat on top of garlic mashed potatoes topped with a jicama and watermelon slaw.  The ribs were smothered in a blueberry, dr. pepper barbeque sauce which also accumulated around my mash.  Two slices of blackberry corn bread rested next to my ribs pile and wedged behind it were fresh veggies.  I couldn't have been more satisfied.  The bbq sauce was so original and the ribs weren't too fatty at all.  I went home with my mashed potatoes and corn bread because I couldn't fit it all.  They do dinner the same size as brunch. Boo's shrimp scampi was plentiful of shrimp and had fresh spinach and tomatoes throughout.  We abide by the rule of not ordering the same thing, and I decided that Friday night I was going to be the man at the table.   The dinner menu is much smaller than the brunch menu, but it has some choice specials that they also post on their site.  It's a little pricey but it's so worth it.",real
38677,We Went to this place last week. I really wanted to share my experience with my family and friends by the time I came out of dosai place. At last a nice indian restaurant in NJ. They can provide the customers an amazing delicious food. After visiting this place you may even totally stop thinking of going to any other Indian cuisine i swear. U can find variety of food what you can not find else where. I would recommend this worthy restaurant to anyone. We love dosai place. Their service should be long lasting.,fake
13599,"Very nice atmosphere beautiful views, But Way over priced. Crabs were good seasoned perfectly. The Oysters where fresh but anemic and way over priced. There is a sign in full view of patrons that reads ""all employees are subject to random searches"".  which made us wonder what work release program they were hiring their employees from.  There are literally 100's of bottles of hot sauce lined up all over the place and no Tobasco it took the waiter about 5 minutes to russle  some up.  To many other places to go that have as good ambiance and offer way better value.",fake
25790,"You can only get a table if you order food; that part bothers me given that we ordered drinks for 4 hours straight.  However, ambiance is nice, and drink prices are ridiculously reasonable for the location.  Decent music.  Will definitely come back, but won't add it to my list of favorites.",real
16332,The food here is exceptional.  I went for the buttermilk biscuit breakfast sandwich while my wife went for the blueberry pancakes.  Both were excellent and I would recommend to all.   Expect a wait and make sure you have cash as they don't accept cards.,real
11101,Great food and wonderful service has turned this into a family favorite.,real
11868,"Talk about incredibly large portions.. The food was definitely filling, but I honestly was hoping for quite a lot more in terms of taste. The ""famous"" chicken was notably dry, and there really wasn't much substance to their fries. The only thing they had on point was their pasta. The food definitely isn't bad, but at the same time doesn't live up to the hype.",fake
43951,"Yummy! So good.  Not open on Sundays.  Don't try to eat inside it's always packed at the counter.  I think it's cash only, but might take cards...",real
7625,"went to pylos last night with a group of 4 and was so impressed! definitely the best (most authentic) greek food i've had in new york.. . .not to mention extremely reasonable in price. we started with several small plates - artichoke moussaka, saganaki, grilled octopus, the three dips (taramosalata,  melitzanosalata, tzatziki), and dolmathes. the tzatziki was fabulous - extremely thick and not runny which i find at most other places. the octopus was delicious and not at all chewy. we shared the branzino (perfectly cooked!) as a main course for the table w/ two sides - spinach rice pilaf and swiss chard w tomato (which might have been my favorite!). the fish was perfectly cooked loved the ambiance of the restaurant - the clay pots on the ceiling are a perfect decorating idea! not to mention the communal table in the back if you don't have reservations. all in all i can't wait to go back!",fake
28316,Reminds me of homemade in the best possible way. The Spanikopita is delicately flakely with chunks of feta and fresh spinach. The Bakalava is equally amazing. And the Almond cookies with the powdered sugar are the best I've ever had. And I'm Greek so I've had some experience in these things.,real
44890,"This was my third visit to Eno Terra and find it still okay, but not great.  My food was very bland and I wanted to ask the server for salt and pepper (not on the table).  My starter and main dish were meant to be hot and both arrived cold.  The wines are the star of the show I guess... to make you forget your food could be better.",real
27552,"Well, between 4 and 5 stars anyway.  It was one hot waffle away from 5 stars. My wife and I walked over on a cold rainy Monday for their Monday 3 course Pre-Fixe special.  I had called in advance to ask about reservations because it's a bit far from our home.  The hostess picked up and said that they had no reservations for today, and that the wait, while unpredictable, should be okay tonight around 7.   We walked in, and after 5 minutes, were promptly seated.  While we were waiting, we asked Ellen, the hostess, about recommendations.  She suggested the soup and salad, a chicken and waffles and the linguine, and the pecan pie sundae for both us (we each ordered the prefixe).  She was spot on.   Before our first course, we were brought popovers with honey by our waiter, Michael, who was constantly filling our water and answering any questions we had, although you could tell he was busy with all the bustling tables.  We never felt rushed, and our food arrived quickly after we ordered.   The first course was our soup and salad.  The soup was garlic soup (which was more white bean soup w/ garlic) and grilled cheese (gouda).  The grilled cheese was quite good, although I wish it was a slightly bigger piece (the diners to our right made the same comment), and the soup was excellent.  The salad was pecans, pear, and some kind of viniagrette with greens.  I think I was expecting caramelized pears (I don't know why; it didn't say that), so I was a bit disappointed, but since that was the worst part of the evening, there's actually nothing to complain about. =) The 2nd course was the chicken and waffles and my wife got the linguine.  The waffles were lukewarm, but the chicken was so succulent and flavorful, it quickly made up the difference.  You literally get half a chicken (a thigh, drumstick, and huge breast), and the syrup for the waffles had this basalmic taste with it.  It was really good all together, and since I don't like white meat b/c it is just too dry for me, I put the syrup to good use.  It wasn't too sweet, and made the chicken breast just right for me.  I guess I just don't understand white meat.  As a side, I don't like cole slaw, but whatever they did was amazing (they said they used buttermilk aioli) and I ate it all.  I commented about it to Michael, our waiter, and he packed up an extra side of it to go.  That man knows good business.  Keep them happy and coming back! The linguine was filled with cremini mushrooms and chile oil, with an egg on top.  My wife liked my chicken and waffles, but she LOVED her linguine.  We had to stop eating it only because we had to save room for desert. The desert was a pecan pie sundae.  It was quite good, although I was already too full.  We both ate it all anyway and enjoyed every last bite. The ambiance was good.  The service, from my first phone call, to Michael serving us joyfully, was among the best I've experienced.  Oh yeah, and of course the food was excellent.  I'm not sure I'd pay 22 for just the chicken and waffles, but the prefixe is def a deal worth trying.  Will be back.",real
24554,"One of my good friends from college has made it her life's mission to get everyone she knows to move to the City of Brotherly Love, and I have to say, she and Philly are making a very good case, particularly West Philly.  Everyone lives in these gorgeous old houses with original woodwork and like 9 bedrooms, and they paid what what would MAYBE get you a 600 sq-ft studio here in NY.  Maybe.  There are all kinds of cool bars and restaurants within walking distance (v important to potential NY ex-pats), and on my most recent visit, we walked to Local 44. Local 44 is the kind of bar everyone wants to be able to walk to.  It's laid-back but not divey, and feels like somewhere you'd go knowing that some of your friends and/or neighbors were bound to show up, too.  They've got an intimidatingly well-thought out selection of local beers and micro-brews on tap, each listed alongside its alcohol content for those of you who make decisions based on buzz potential. What's not intimidating are the prices--almost all beers were $4 or $5!  This...this I like. To wash down my $4 beer, we picked out a couple of snacks from the menu--shrimp tacos and corn dogs (very hip in NY right now, too).  Holy moly, these shrimp tacos were some of the absolute best I've had EVER, and this isn't even a Mexican joint!  The corn tortillas were warm and fresh (possibly hand made?), the shrimp nice and juicy, and everything was drizzled with a spicy cilantro cream that had a genuine kick.  The $5 corn dog plate went above and beyond what any corn dog plate could even aspire to be--EIGHT plump fritters, with crispy, sweet cornbread on the outside and super-juicy dog bites on the inside.  Elettaria, are you and your sad, lone corn dog snack listening? If I do make the big move to the 6th borough, it won't be for a year or two, and will depend on me getting a fancy professor job in the neuroscience department at Penn, Haverford, Swarthmore, etc.  In the meantime, I have two things to ask of you West Philadelphians: 1.  Please keep patronizing Local 44 so it's still in business when I get there. 2.  If you happen to know anyone in the neuroscience department at Penn, Haverford, Swarthmore, etc, shoot me a PM, yes?  Kthxbye.",real
49389,"Best pho I have ever had, hands down. Broth is flavorful and fresh tasting. Specialty soups served only wkends and you have to come early or else they run out! Well worth the trip to East Hartford.",real
10524,"I get delivery from Gandhi at least once a week, and it is always fantastic. Today I brought a few of my friends to eat in the restaurant. It was AMAZING. The service was excellent, the food was even better without the short lag between preparation and delivery, and they threw in a few freebies. Three people ate until we were stuffed, but the bill only came to $36, AND we had leftovers. Bottom line: this is one of the best Indian places I've ever been to.",fake
35936,Loved it.  It was mediteranian and I could swear it had some latin flavor in it.  We had a wide variety of food and everything was so good. The staff was friendly and attentive without being too overbearing.  The view wasnt spectacular.  But we did go outside to have drinks and the area is kept very well groomed and the train tracks gives it a kinda nostalgic feel.  Awesome and I would refer to all my friends Denia,real
48389,"Where do I start about marcopolo,  from there amazing pizza slices to  great pasta dishes that are very large there reasonable prices and last but not least great service if you go there once next time they see you you'll be treated like family...""great place to visit if you are in new haven""",fake
1278,Tasty steak and a very neat & clean environment.,fake
23157,"Cuban Pete's does not disappoint.  Just don't expect a quiet dinner.  If you come here it's for the party atmosphere, and as you walk down the corridor you are transported to a new world with great food and drinks.  Go wild!  I lean more towards the fish dishes as there is only so much you can do with beef.  I can't wait to visit again and again.",real
49866,"Two visits and both were excellent. House margarita is great as is the coconut mojito! Split a small tray both times, which is plenty of food for two. Deena was our waitress on patio, she was so much fun and extremely knowledgable! Sat at bar with one of my girlfriends for lunch and had a blonde bartender (male) kind of a dud but sweet and friendly none the less. Food is very very fresh, the entire place is spotless, and a perfect location! Def one of my new regular spots in the center.",fake
20709,prosciutto's awesome. pasta and veal were great. the seafood was not fresh.,real
21625,"a good place for quick, cheap eats. their green tea smoothie is my favorite: it has a strong green tea taste, but it has the right balance between sweet and bitter flavors. kobe beef burger is also pretty good. however, i don't recommend their bowls or ramen. the ramen especially tastes like some cheap instant noodle and it is definitely not worth 7-8 dollars.",real
41585,"The food and cocktails are delicious. Their brunch is fantastic. The staff is friendly and the music is on point. The only problem with it is it gets crowded. But you know why it gets crowded? Because it's a great bar that everyone wants to go to, that's why.",real
20470,"Two stars for outside patio. It is great and a nice escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. The food is not tasty at all. We had the calamari which was not crispy. It wasn't soggy but it was like rubber, it was thick and  hard to chew. The carpaccio was ok but not recommended. Gnocchi or duck breast were not recommended either. To sum up not recommended.",real
38492,"Came here with a party of 8 over the weekend and surprisingly the wait wasn't as long as I expected. You can put your name down and they will give you buzzer when it's your turn. The buzzer helps considering we put our names down for a few restaurants close by to see which one was the shortest wait. We got kalbi, pancake, japchae, and bibimbap to share. And we each got our own tofu soup. I got the seafood tofu soup with medium spicy. The kalbi had good flavor and texture. Pancake and japcahe were normal. The red pepper paste that comes with the bibimbap is really spicy. I liked it though since I like spicy food. If you can't eat  spicy, then don't mix the paste with the dish. Tell the waiter to put the paste on the side so you can add it yourself to your own liking. The seafood tofu soup with medium spicy I got had good flavor. Next time I would get spicy since it would probably have a stronger flavor I think. There are different levels of spice for the tofu soup (mild, medium, hot, and very spicy). Service here was good. We got a bunch of free small dishes to share. When we ran out, the waitress asked if we wanted more of a certain dish too. The waitress also helped us mix the bibimbap.",real
34864,"I walked by this restaurant a few times and it always smelled good, so I finally went in and ordered a half chicken with roast potatoes and spinach and took it home.  The chicken is perfection: flavorful, juicy, moist, and skin crispy.  Even the breast stayed moist.  The sides were pretty good too, but the chicken was the star of the meal.  I definitely will be back to try some more of the sides. This may be the best take-out roast chicken in midtown.",real
14904,"The only reason for the missing star is that the restaurant was horribly understaffed when we popped in.  I had the Biscuits w/ sausage gravy, and added the baked eggs (everything's better with an egg on it.) Beginning the meal with a little aggravation due to a long wait, I was quite happy after taking my first bite.  Each member of our party of four was happy with their food.  Two of us went back the next day.",real
24755,"This place is highly underrated and deserves more recognition in my opinion. I LOVE IT! I don't know why more people don't go here. It is indeed a great and affordable gem right in Rittenhouse, located on 21st street between samson and chestnut. The service at this place is great compared with other restaurants nearby and they really do accommodate to their customers very well. The ambiance is quite romantic and relaxing, perfect for a date or a get-together with friends. They have a solid drink menu and the slate burger is def one of my favs in Philly...just my kind of a burger with delicious flavors! BTW, their brunch menu and portions all come in delicious hearty sizes! Slate is def one of our new favorite togo to spots now!",real
45654,"I went here last night after not having been dined here in about a year.  It was even better than I remembered.  Everything--the cocktails, the bread, the appetizers, the wine, entrees, the sides, and even the dessert--was thoughtfully prepared and delicious.  I had the bees knees cocktail, the sweet potato soup, and the ham entree.  Hubby had the apple cocktail, the deviled eggs, the beat salad, and the spaghetti entree.  We shared the brussel sprouts and the mocha sundae.  Those were the best brussel sprouts I've ever had; they were even better than those at the Vanderbilt.  I'm so glad to see that Cookshop is still turning out solid food in a fun, but not too loud, environment.",real
12000,"One word to describe this place, DELICIOUS. To get dinner started, me and a friend shared the following appetizers: Anticuchos $12 heart beef skewers, fried potato, salsa huacatay. Limeno Ceviche $18 traditional peruvian ceviche, diced corvina, lime juice, aji limo. For my main dish, I had the: Aji de Gallina 22 Shredded chicken, creamy aji amarillo sauce. I also had the Caipirinha for my adult beverage. Not that I have tried Peruvian food many times before, but this is the best Peruvian food I've had. The food was full of flavor and love from the chef. The drink was light and refreshing but still a good amount of liquor. I enjoyed everything I had here. Service was great and the decor was modern and hip, but not a fan of how loud this place was.",real
32239,Respectable and relatively new Thai joint in the neighborhood of Thai joints. Not terribly busy and fair prices for your standard Bangkok style fare. Would repeat.,real
3273,"Had dinner here last night with a friend. It's a small, quaint place. It wasn't too crowded last night around 7. My friend got the chicken satay skewers and I got the ginger dumplings. The dumplings were delicious and crunchy. The sauce for the satay skewers was also very tasty. For our entrees we both go Chicken Pad Thai. It was ok. The portion was a little on the smaller side and it didn't have as much peanut flavor as I prefer. My friend had been there before and got the Duck dish and said it was amazing. The service was good and prompt. I would try Jasmine Rice again and try a different entree.",real
6784,"Went there for dinner with friends last evening. Had a great tapas meal. The price was reasonable and the portion size was good. More importantly the food was great. The ambiance is very cool, right out of Austin Powers!!! There is a great roof top bar with great views of the city. After running the marathon the elevator to it was a welcomed treat.",real
6435,"I was pretty excited about this place based on the Yelp reviews and LivingSocial deal. The food here is decent. I got the crab cake benedict and it was flavorful and the hollandaise sauce wasn't too heavy even when I forgot to ask for it on the side. The BF got the crab omelette which consist of a egg white omelet which was a bit bland, but I liked it since I am currently into healthy foods recently. The potatoes that come with the dishes were ehhh, just plain. I also got the orange juice which was yummy, but nothing too different than Tropicana OJ. We also got a side of the corned beef hash, and compared to others, this had way too much potatoes. I barely tasted any corned beef. The main reason for the two stars is the service or lack of. After placing our order, we barely saw our waitress again. We never received utensils or napkins and had to flag down another person to help us after watching our waitress walk back and forth. I understand when things can be busy, but it just didn't seem very organized here. A table who sat down next to us was approached twice to take drink orders literally 30 seconds after the first waitress came and took the order. I also witness them having to flag someone down to ask where their meals were because it took that long. And when they came out with them, they came out with the wrong meals! That couple must've been on a first date or something, because they were very patient and laughed it off. Unlike for us, when the BF is irritated, he can become a crabby patty. and when crabby patty is out, it's never a good time. Overall I don't think we'll ever come back because service was THAT bad, but the food is alright. They also have Sriracha (asian hot sauce) on all the tables which I found interesting!",real
39174,"After reading some reviews here on Yelp, apparently Marabella had been opened for months but I've only discovered it the week past. The store is so low key that one would hardly know there's such an establishment in the area unless one happens to look in that direction when walking on that particular sidewalk. Knowing there's a meatball establishment in my neck of wood, I've decided to try it out this past Sunday. Its interior is kinda a red and white sleek design with rustic wooden tables, playing vibey lounge music. All suggesting it to be a trendy spot, which is an awkwardly huge contrast with the older staff and supposedly homey food of the place. The matriarch figure of the place gave me and my boyfriend a detailed ""tour"" of the menu. Marabella is in fact meatball central. Four kinds of meatballs on long rolls, round rolls, sliders, on pastas, on crustinis... different kinds of sauces and cheeses, one could almost be confused and overwhelmed. But wanting to try them all, I've gotten the 3-sliders Morso deal and trying different cheeses, sauce and meatballs on each. The boyfriend has gotten a traditional chicken meatballs alfredo with gorgonzola, while the alfredo is creamy and I deeply enjoy the tanginess of gorgonzola, the flavor of the chicken meatballs were completely lost. The beef marinara is also quite generic even though the matriarch insisted that this is the right combination, I've never had Piave Vecchio before and it was good. The veggie meatballs are pretty good, good enough to satisfy any vegetarian, pairing up with tomato sauce and fontina gives it a nice bite. My favorite is the pork meatballs here, they are really nicely seasoned, I guess the pork fat perfumes the meat better, I also adore the creamy mushroom sauce, provolone is good but next time I'll try it with the piave vecchio since it seems to be the best cheese. With two bottles of beverage it comes to $26 for the two of us, price is a tiny, tiny bit on the high end but the service is quite friendly. I would love if they serve mac and cheese or some side dish like fries. A meatball place is great but I think it's just a sometimes food for me.",real
38938,"Figs is okay... but when I really want Moroccan, unfortunately, this is not the place I go. They just don't have the selection. Not a bastilla in sight!  The seared ahi and wasabi mashed is great though!!  Really weak amount of feta in the salad was disappointing too :(",real
12568,"We had a great experience here. My husband and I went here for lunch and the food was delicious. We had the Limeño fish ceviche to start and then we shared the lomo saltado, a yummy steak with a special sauce, fries, rice, and onions. We did not have dessert but they all seemed to be as good as what we had first. The place is nice and comfy, I felt as if I was inside a cabin with a spectacular view of the Peruvian mountains.  The service was also good. We will definitely go back.",real
24669,Out standing food everytime !!!  The sauerbraten is great as is their veal dishes.  The place is very clean and the service is always very good.  I remember when they were in Berkeley heights and they were great then as well,real
12635,Delicious food and drinks. Beautiful atmosphere (make sure to sit in the lower level). Friendly attentive staff.,real
11822,Try the bone marrow appetizer....DELICIOUS!,real
8159,"I don't know that much about Greek food, probably having only eaten at Greek restaurants twice or three times before in my life, but this place was great. The food was way better than I expected, lots of vegetarian options .. we had the three-dip-pita, haloumi (the king of cheeses and especially so at Pylos), the eggplant, and the house sausages (which were actually more like long meatballs ... so tasty).  I didn't go the octopus which everyone here seems to rave about, so I probably didn't even get the best of the menu. The decor and vibe at Pylos is great - the clay-pot ceiling that is mentioned in many reviews here looks awesome.  The feel is really modern, which is nice for those of us not ready to dive head-first into some old-school blue/white Greek setting. There is apparently a communal table out the back for walk-ins, and this is where I thought we'd be headed with our last minute plans, but the waitress managed to seat us at a good table near the front, which was a bonus.  But if you're going, book ahead because I have a feeling we got really lucky. Two thumbs up.",real
8445,"Good find.  Seems to be relatively popular.  We had dinner at 5pm Sunday, and there was a steady stream of people coming in for pickups and the dining room was about 50% full. Calamari was pretty standard stuff - could have been frozen... We had the Brooklyn-style Sicilian pizza.  Pretty good.  Highly seasoned, little greasy.  Crust was nice and crispy, and tomatoes were really good.   Atmosphere was nothing special - framed Italian-themed prints on the walls.  Murals.  Service was serviceable.",fake
39868,Food from home. Always a plus. If you want real Latin food. That is one of maybe 5 places in NYC you will get real Latin food. I eat there at least 5 times a month: respectfully. It's always good.,real
24057,"Plentiful food, enjoyable atmosphere and top notch service. 5 stars indicates when things are as good as it gets and let me tell you Fernandes Steak House is right up there! Now I love Rodizios and have been to places that cost 2-3 times as much, but this place really does a great job in sticking it to those places. I went with 5 people order drinks, appetizers,dessert and rodizio for under 250 including tip! Like I said this is the place to go for no frills and awesome food. Definitely recommend. (Ask for the Flank Steak, it's to die for!)",real
4219,Always solid and efficient service. It's very much a diner not a fancy place just good food made and run by good people!,real
28914,"Spent the first day of summer here. Cool spot on the water. Super views! Super efficient bartender! This food was very good but it is Bosnian themed.. not Brazilian, as are the guys who run the place. There are other options as well..burgers, etc. Don't forget to bring cash.. Only form of payment accepted. Enjoy! !",real
1273,"Our family of five (three kids ages 17, 14 and 11) visited Philly this summer for the historic sites and also went out for some Philly Cheesesteaks.  We went to both Jim's and Geno's.  Jim's was good, but Geno's was much much better.  Geno's service was fast and courteous.  Geno's bread was nice and fresh, steak had awesome flavor which was complemented by the onions and cheese.  Our family loved looking at all the photos and memories on the walls while we fully enjoyed our Steak Sandwich.  Everyone fully enjoyed the Geno's experience!",fake
15632,A lot of different slices are always available. It was a busy Saturday lunch but with plenty of friendly staff Ramuntos did a good job. Someone in the in the kitchen was calling orders and making things run smoothly. Both my slices were again good and with a refillable drink I think theres value for what you get. A suggestion would be to add the name of each pizza that is available to purchase as a slice. Will be back when Im in the area and would recommend,real
27115,"My friend and I came here before about 2 years ago and we loved it so much we decided to come back; however, the experience wasn't as amazing as it had been the first time (the lobster special I had that night was amazing and fulfilling)! This time I ordered the market fish special. The waitress explained it was sea bass in their special leek soup with vegetables, potatoes and bacon pieces. Sounds great, right? And it was, but after I finished the entire entree I was still pretty hungry. The waitress's description was misleading. The entree came with two pieces of fish each half of the size of my palm in a broth-like sauce (NOT soup). There were about 5 pieces of bite sized potatoes and bacon all for $28 + tax. I would have been satisfied if it were an actual soup... Or if it at least came with at least half of a potato on the side or something to compliment the fish. Heather, the hostess that had seated us, brought me a side of mashed potatoes after I told her I was anything but satisfied. This helped :). Wow, they really did slap on 2 tiny pieces of fish on some sauce and called it an entree. Can you believe it?!",fake
38187,"The new location is not as good a the previous or the one in Fort Lee.   We never had a problem at BCD previously and ate at the old NYC and Fort Lee location numerous times.  This was our first time coming to their new location and we will not be coming again. My girlfriend and I ordered our normal.  A seafood regular (her), a beef regular (me), and a gal bi to share. Our order came with the usual fish, kimbi, and other free appetizers; however, when the entrees came out you can tell something changed.  When my fiance tried to eat the clams and oysters, they were not washed and were full of SAND.  The gal bi, which is normally full of flavor and tender, was undercooked, rubbery and full of fat.  For a $45 bill, the quality of the food is not worth it and you are better off finding another tofu spot in K-Town.",real
26345,"Sabrina's is on the list of quintessential go-to brunch places in Philly. It's good, but it's not the best brunch I have ever had by any means. It's completely packed on weekends, but they let you do call-ahead seating, which is the reason for one of these stars.  We called, showed up 45 minutes later, and waited about 20 minutes from that point.  Not perfect, but worth it.  The regular breakfasts are a-okay, but the specials are pretty much a must.  They also have vegan options, which always woos me, and constantly keep your coffee cup full. It's worth going once a year or so for me, but I would rather trek out to the west Philly location for the atmosphere.",real
32846,"Small place, HUGE taste and flavor.  Some of the best fish I have ever had in Philly.  Had the monk fish and was absolutely amazing.  Very helpful servers who know the menu, which changes daily and written on an index card.  Small menu but every dish we had was superb.  Go here.  And don't forget to BYOB!   PS. the chimichurri sauce and bread is a delight",real
14251,"Yum!  Went here with a friend of mine and really, really enjoyed it.  It is the best Vietnamese food I've had in Philly so far.   We started with the char-grilled pork spring rolls, which were as  dependably delicious as they are at any Vietnamese restaurant, and the grilled shrimp, which were out of this world incredible.  Seriously, these shrimp were un-fucking-believably delicious, crispy and charred at the tail and seasoned with some delicious just-salty-enough sauce.  I don't even really like seafood and I loved these shrimp.  Again I repeat: yum! After much debating, for the entree I got pho with beef flank and tendon.  I like that they serve this as a basic beef flank soup with add-ins.  The broth was very rich, without being salty, the noodles, beef and tendon were plentiful.  My friend got the chicken clay pot, which he enjoyed very much.  I had a taste and also liked it. We both had the 33 export beer which perfectly complimented the cuisine, but which I thought was an interesting and delicious beer in itself, as well.  I definitely recommend it with whatever your order is. The one problem we had was having to put in the order all at once, as we wanted to order our appetizers and then continue perusing the menu.  As a consequence, we did not have any dessert, since we didn't think of it when we were ordering the rest of our food.  This is kind of annoying, but now that I know the rules my next visit will be better planned.  The server was not a friendly, outgoing guy by any stretch,  but honestly, he brought us the food and it was delicious, so I don't really care.",real
45054,"I recently tried this restaurant with two friends in from out of town who had heard of it and suggested it themselves. I love their other restaurants Hundred Acres (for dinner) and Five Points (for brunch) so was excited to try it. Overall I thought the menu at Cookshop was somewhat limited. However everything we had was very good - deviled eggs for ""snack"" and sweet potato fritters - the vegetarian pasta looked delicious although I did not try it - the Amish chicken is a HUGE entrée. I had the swordfish which was good but small. The main attraction to this restaurant is the desserts - we tried 3 - the peanut butter and jelly sundae was delicious, the raspberry tort with basil ice cream was delicious as was the apple tart. The service was very remarkable. Overall I recommend.",fake
23150,Have been here four times and have had great food and service. I highly recommend this hot spot,real
26088,"Simply one of my favorite places in the city.  Good for large gatherings of 10 or for dates; Jadis is pure genius.  It's a little out of the way for me, but I will never complain about making the trip! To summarize: - Great, fresh ingredients, simply combined.   - Lovely wines, offered at a reasonable prices and served by a courteous staff. (Note: don't go here for cocktails or a bar scene. Additionally, they only have one beer on tap.) - The decor is comfortable, almost library like.  In fact, they even have a Webster's Dictionary in one of the bookshelves! I won't actually tell you to go here, as you might ruin it for me, but I do recommend Jadis to friends.  And for those with like mind and similar palate, go and enjoy.",real
4336,"The food and the service was great! Fortunately we went on Friday for breakfast. Tried to go the next day, but the line was tooooo long (around the corner). If we had the time we would've waited though.  I would suggest, as popular as Tom's may be, it would help newcomers find the place easier if there was better signage.",real
10493,"What a great choice! We ordered several dishes to share family-style, and it was such an enjoyable meal. Some of the dishes we ordered:chicken masala, saag paneer, vegetable samosas, and a curry dish, several types of naan, along with a few other dishes. Every dish was freshly prepared and delicious. The staff was attentive and efficient. Our bill was only just over $73.00 for 6 people. And then at the end of our meal, they brought us servings of mango ice cream and pistachio ice cream. It was enough for all of us to share, and both ice creams were smooth, fresh, and delightful. It was a great experience.",fake
41139,"Sweet place.  Nice atmosphere.....the food was really, really good.  I had Pork Shank, my husband had Chilean Sea Bass, both were cooked very well.  Sides of white rice, black beans, maduros (fried sweet plantins) were very tasty.  Our waitress was nice, served well, and knew the menu.  Good portions.  Definitely will come back.",real
31070,"It's been said before, but I'll say it again: Get The Polenta. I have no idea how they get it so rich and creamy, nor do I want to know.  But, it is by far, far and above, the best polenta I've ever tasted.  Five stars. If you want to take someone out on a stellar date: 1. Grab the two window seats in the front of the restaurant so that you can people watch. 2. Order two glasses of Lambrusco. 3. Order the polenta and the broccoli rabe (b/c the broccoli rabe is pretty damn good too, with its anchovies and breadcrumbs and egg, dang!) 4. Maybe a few more Lambruscos. You will impress, guaranteed.",real
40793,This place been on my 'to try' list for so long now. The stars aligned today for me to not bring yesterday's leftover of pork with fermented black beans for lunch. I went to work late to pick up a sandwich from here to eat for lunch. I ordered the hot Italian (#6) but replaced the provolone with mozzarella  because my cubicle is already mighty stinky with a hoarder and a Colombian guy at work. A pretty sizable Sandy for $7.50 that normally cost $12.50 at some gobbly goombas place like A &S in West Paterson. I will try to work my way down the list of sandys,real
4809,"Toms gives you a warm feeling as soon as you walk in.  The friendly service, christmas lights, and tiny booths remind you of a simpler time.  It makes us want to write a poem.... Toms we love you so, we even come during the snow. We like to eat so many things- pancakes, eggs, and onion rings Your delicious beverages quench our thirst and that is why your thought of first Whether its a hangover cure or brunch date we choose you...its always worth the wait.   We enjoy your little sausage treats - because you have a nice selection of meats Corned beef hash, burgers, or pork with your hands or a fork! The bottom line is...""your food is yummy"" so thank you Toms from my tummy!!! xoxo",real
11346,"You can always count on Blue Ribbon for a satisfying meal.  Comfortable, classy, but unpretentious. I'm craving their Beef Marrow & Oxtail Marmalade right now -- it's like butter but better!  Def a must order.  Though I do have to say that their Fried Chicken is good but not quite the best ever.  And their service is always solid.  Last time we were there, hubby's lamb chops were overcooked and they were totally nice about redoing them. The waits can get crazy long, so I recommend going early or super late.  Or if you have 5-8 people in your party, you can make reservations.",real
13563,"THANK YOU FELLOW YELPERS!!!  The previous reviews are excellent, spot on, and I can add nothing except that if you go there's a good chance you'll see me. I have a new favorite restaurant. If you love great food at great prices, appreciate feeling that your business is valued, and care little about atmosphere, then Sazon Latino is as good as it gets. I cannot wait to return.",real
47712,You will never have a Sicilian Pie like it in this country! That is what they are known for and what you should order.,real
30088,"I have been looking forward to expirencing Silk City for a long while.  Perhaps I should give it another try as music and drinking venue instead of brunch.  My son wanted icecream.  For $6 he got 3 tiny scoops= 1 regular scoop of ""bryers vanilla"", nothing more for six bucks.   Pretty lame.  On the up side, I got over it with my pretty decent bloody mary.",real
10666,Pretty good. I was excited to find this place in the area. The owner was pretty nice - gave up complimentary dessert. Standard indian fare.,real
21719,"We read all the positive reviews and decided to celebrate an important ocassion by dining here. Word cozy kept coming up in the reviews and I thought, I like cozy! And then we entered the restaurant and I was shocked to see that a restaurant business could be started in a horribly cramped up space like that. Then the waiter ushered us to ""our table"" and my jaw dropped. There was one tall table, in the middle of the hustle bustle, with tall and very small rotating stools (no back support) and 6 other people already occupying the 3 other sides of the table. We still tried our best to sit down with our legs touching others and our every movement disturbing their meal and vice versa. Sharing tables to that extent, with the servers touching your back every time they move behind you to serve the dishes - I was put off that very moment.   Suddenly a wooden plank for 2 was vacated - We requested to be reseated there - the waitress politely told us that the plank was being transformed into a plank of 3 (Are yo ukidding me!) We did go on to try the so raved about dishes like watermelon salad, lychee martini and shrimp but nothing was really out of this world. It was different but not heavely different to be paying 70 bucks for 3 small Tapas dishes and sitting toe to toe with 6 complete strangers. Servers were friendly overall but frankly speaking I could not enjoy my meal because of the ""coziness"" of this place. We ended up leaving completely disappointed, with our appetite still raving, and went to a different restaurant where we had the ""luxury"" of getting our own table and ate that celebration dinner. I will never go back  but my advice to Mehta - You are earning 100 bucks per couple - Pls rent a bigger space!",fake
42161,"Astoria, you have arrived.  I don't know whether to be happy or sad about this.  This place is as cool as any bar I've been to.  Great crowd, nice atmosphere, good beer selection*.  Service was out STANDING.  I don't think I've ever interacted with a waitress that was so nice and attentive without being over the top. The burger was out of this world.  I'm not a big ""fancy burger guy"" but had to try this one.  It was juicy and delicious.  If you find yourself debating whether to get the bacon or not.  Do it.  It's the smokiest bacon I've had on a burger.  Really good stuff. I'll be back here to try some of their cocktails. *Although I was intimidated to buy my standard Miller Lite for fear of looking like a dork.... like that helped at all",real
21136,"Stopped in for dinner on a whim, after a delightful tour of the McQueen exhibit at the Met. Despite the 45 min wait, attentive wait staff, and extremely tempting menu, the actual food was well...surprisingly salty? I ordered the following: Sheep's Ricotta Cheese and Black Truffle Honey Bruschette - really just a taste (portion-wise) but was an intriguing mix of flavors. Pappardelle al Ragu di Vitello - pasta didn't taste particularly fresh and sauce was too salty. Really mediocre at best. Anello di Capesante E Speck - scallops and proscuitto?! sounds yum but once again TOO SALTY! what a waste. Torta di Mandorle - almond tart was HUGE and not too sweet. Probably the best thing item of the night, simply because no salt was used. Tip: drink lots of water.",real
3644,"Awesome place!  Walked by this vacant restaurant for a long time, always looked like an awesome deck. So happy this place has finally become a great place to eat outside and have a nice drink on a warm summer night!",real
44900,Delicious and fresh food,real
2235,Booooooooo! Pat's is better.,real
47995,"Why do they call themselves a café when coffee isn't listed on their menu? More of a pub with overpriced food. Service was spotty the day I went there, though they do have a woodstove.",real
33569,"Fresh food with lot of choice, price is ok and cofee was just excellent !",real
27217,Our Favorite place!! We will be back soon!!! Wait is very long but Food is Delicious!!,fake
45304,"Cool place in Chelsea! Love the food and wine, yeah, try the famous Huevos Rancheros, and the waiter is very friendly and professional, ask them to recommend some good wine for you!",real
42233,"Supa dupa happy with this place -- my favorite items are the espresso muffin and the chicken breakfast burrito (perfect amount of spice). My fiance loves their crack coffee, jordy cakes, and primal breakfast sandwich. The reason we can't give this 5 stars is (1) when we order delivery the food is often cold, (2) the dinner options seem too limited/similar to each other, so we mostly use this place for breakfast/brunch, and (3) some of the items just seem too small for the price (e.g., breakfast bowl).",real
49443,"This is one of my favorite lunch spots. The Pho (soup) is very, very good and authentic Vietnamese. I add a little red rooster sauce to kick it up a bit.  The beef that I ordered was tender and cut into easy to eat pieces. They've been established here for a while now, so they must be doing something right...",real
18615,"biscuit! oh, biscuit!! you are tender and flaky (and cure hangovers)",real
15701,"I went here between comedy shows - big mistake. As soon as I told them that I was just doing a quick bite and beer, I was treated like an inconvenience. The service was pathetic. I guess they were upset that my bill total would equal much less than what they may have been accustom to which meant a smaller tip. However they did try to make it up by charging me $7 for a glass of water. Yes - $7 FOR A GLASS OF WATER. If you're looking for a place that will welcome and appreciate your business - keep walking. Il Pittore ain't it.",real
12732,"everything was good - ceviche mixto, chicken, empanadas, etc.. the place is pretty loud but bearable",real
32343,"Okay San Sai please listen up. My wife and I have been LOYAL customers of yours for over a year now and we know your sushi and your restaurant.  It's usually pretty good except for tonight. Something has drastically changed at San Sai and it's not for the good. Tonight's experience was quite disappointing and I will explain why.  We made reservations for party of two on a Friday night. I was told on the phone that "" a couple of large party's are coming in at 6:00pm so you better come early "" So I booked for 5:45 thinking I would beat the rush and get in and out in a reasonable time-frame...boy was I wrong. We get there get seated and order some appetizers right when we sit down because we know the menu.Place is not very busy at all.  Drinks came out quickly except they forgot  the sake. No biggie. We wait well over 15 minutes to get tempura which was on the cold side and pretty greasy. Again forgivable. We wait some more and finally  get a few sashimi specials which were warm and not cut correctly at all. I instantly sense there is something wrong. I start looking around the dining room and people that have been there before us have little or no food on their tables. Hmmm whats up...??? The big party streams in around 6:15 or so. I figure we are good our order has been in for over a half hour. Another HOUR elapses and we get our first part of Chefs Choice after about 1.5 hours Chefs choice is usually pretty awesome and worth the wait but not tonight.  Our extra rolls finally arrive tardy, meager in size and literally falling apart. The spicy tuna was NOT spicy at all. It tasted like mayonnaise with a hint of Siracha If you can't get spicy tuna right then you got a problem .Everything just seemed off in comparison to what we usually expect After almost 2 hours and less then half our order we are ready to split.  We kindly inform our waitress that the wait is unacceptable and the food sub-par we are leaving. The worst part is I saw several partys sit down and wait for limited service then get up and leave because they had no food or service. THIS IS TERRIBLE SAN SAI what is going on?? I pulled our waitress aside and asked what has changed in the kitchen?. She explained that chef Kazutoshi Maeda is not here tonight. At this point it became glaringly apparent Kazutoshi is the driving force behind San Sai and without him they are just dead in the water. San Sai please right the ship immediately or you are going down.  I shouldn't (and won't)have to call and ask if a certain chef is their to make a decision about dining here.  I am writing this because I care about your restaurant and business. I paid our bill and tipped our waitress handsomely and told her we understood things were beyond her control.  If a party of 2 had to wait 2 hours for an incomplete sub par sushi meal I can only shutter as to what the party of 15s dining experience was like. Yikes! I'm agreeing with Jill L, on this one all the way.  Look elsewhere to fulfill your sushi Jones",real
12311,"The food is amazing and the ambience is too. I have never waited for a seat. Parking is rough though. The basement is where its at, the downside is that the tables are too close. But other than that the chicken is well done, the beans and the plantains are magnificent. The best is the green sauce at the table, spicy and tasty.",real
38874,"The place to go for the best Cambodian noodle soup! Only other thing I had was the spring rolls, which were mediocre.",real
2987,"This is the best in Philadelphia? Well, it's the best if you compare it to Pat's, because the provolone actually tastes like cheese and the meat tastes like it came from a mammal. Otherwise it blows.  What's with the local tradition of squishy, tasteless rolls, bland overcooked peppers, and canned mushrooms?  Yack!",real
38533,"I was so happy to hear this place is back. However, I much prefer the old shop. It was much more personable and service has gone really downhill since they opened this new place up. I get it that its many floors and the place is really big so sometimes servers are slower to catch your attention but last time I went, my tofu soup came out pretty Cold... I had to track down the server and ask her to reheat it coz it wasn't sizzling like it should. Not to mention they forgot to put water in our rice stone pots. Service at the old place was much better.. miss the old BCD!",real
21557,"Jessica and I really enjoyed this spot. We love the design of the place, the decor, and the counter ordering. I appreciate that they're serving wine-on-tap and saving that bottle waste. The menu was quirky, and in a very good way, coupling burgers and sushi. The person who served us was friendly. I'll look forward to returning and having the sweet potato fries again!",real
30004,"Silk city bitch, silk, silk city bitch.  Dance, dance, dance, dance.....  DJ night is legit.  They keep the crowd pumping.  Staff needs to pay more attention to the fire occupancy levels.  It's less dancing and more fighting for personal space.  Not the type of place I'd go to find a date, but it seems that's what the rest of the crowd is into.  Let me rephrase that: the crowd loves friction-welcomed or unwelcomed.   Music is 5 stars, everything else is 3.",real
18617,"The best brunch in town, hands down. What don't I love about this place? Oh yeah: the (sometimes impossible) wait. Still though, the buttermilk biscuit sandwich, the brioche french toast, the blueberry pancakes, the vidalia onion rings ... they're all amazing.",real
28924,sweet little chill place on the water.  Food isn't great but the drinks are a good value.,real
7656,"Best Greek in Manhattan - the warm, buttery pita and perfect dips (especially the taramasalata!!) are worth 5 stars, alone. I always order the Horiatiki Salad with grilled calamari and it never disappoints. On one cold night, I ordered the pastitsio and it was enough for two meals (full disclosure: I ate A LOT of that warm, buttery pita). I do wish they delivered. I get it, but I would eat that salad for lunch every single day if I could.",real
25654,"Again, you have to understand how to order at this diner. This is a Greek-owned place. Order the Greek specials. Also, all the desserts are made in-house, and the chocolate cheesecake is to die for. TO DIE FOR. The fries...add cheese and gravy, and you're in for a heavenly experience. It's open 24 hours, the staff is awesome, and it's great for people-watching.",fake
30400,Very tasty and elegant. The other reviews are right. Just back from lunch. Yum yum.,real
33378,"Why, Bluebird, why! I supported you and raved about you and loved you!  You became my dining tradition for me whenever I visited Vermont.  Oh how you let me down. I gave you a few opportunities to save yourself but this last pre Christmas visit was just too much.  What did you do to your menu?? The shame! Not sure if you hired a new chef or decided to revamp or perhaps just change it for the unassuming tourists during the holiday season but my goodness, it's so subpar.  Not only did you up your prices ($17 for a tiny flattened lamb burger??) but the food isn't even good.  Like really not good, Bluebird.  The inexperienced and somewhat comical (not in a good way) waitstaff is tolerable but the overpriced and underwhelming food is not.   I'm sorry to say that we are breaking up and I really mean it this time.",real
31039,"Spanish tapas + gastropub + $1 oysters = a worthwhile trip out to BK! Really lovely small plates at a non-Manhattan price point.  We ordered the pork belly croquetas (good, but the pork belly is ground up and totally incorporated into the croquette, so expect flavor, but not much by way of texture), butternut squash, eggplant caponata, and bone marrow.  Oh, right.  And a plate of aggressive cheeses.  Adored the rustic plating and solid portion size. The oysters do (questionably) run out, so be sure to get there early if you're looking for some affordable bivalves.",real
49004,Great little burger joint. The Sketches on the wall add to the warm feel of this place. Hidden but well knew gem in Philly. I had a excellent Cyclops Burger. The sweet potato fries were tasty too. Try and enjoy for yourself. Did I mention I had a Chocolate shake too :-),real
33581,my staple has always been the couscous lamb. get it!,real
28741,"Such a cute little resturant! Great food esp. the soba noddles! I think it was around $9.00 for a small, but me and my friend got a large to share and that was 10 something. I thought the desserts were a little over priced because it came in very small portions, but none less it was very tasty esp the tofu dessert- it was sweet and milky. :)",real
16655,"I came here for brunch with my sister when we were in New York for the SF Giants/Yankees/Mets games. The wait is long - we waited about an hour before sitting down. I had the french toast with walnuts and it was eh. For the wait and the mediocre food, I wouldn't come back just because it feels and tastes like another overhyped brunch restaurant. Maybe others love this place because they're locals, but I didn't feel anything special about Clinton St. Baking Co.",real
32111,"This service was much better this visit, thank god that guy stood around and wasn't doing much! However I am less pleased with the food compared to my last visit. I had the Korean cold noodles this time. Yuck it was disgusting. The noodles were stuck together like a overcooked ""noodle bundle"". (It's noted that they did put in effort to assist me when they saw that the noodles was stuck all together, but the food was just poor) The soup, was nothing like I had expected. It was oily and tasteless. They didn't put enough pear juice the soup. They tried to offer vinegar as a substitute just isn't the right substitute as it lacked the natural sweetness and sourness. Note: My friends who came with me liked their fish entrees but the food overall is still below average for a Korean restaurant. Good effort to step it up on the service though.",real
4573,"I'm beginning to lose trust in the taste buds of my fellow Brooklyn Yelpers... This place was SUCH A DISAPPOINTMENT! The bf and I decided to go to Tom's for brunch yesterday. The food was TERRIBLE! This is how it went down: Let's begin with the syrup...the moment I began pouring I noticed the thick glue like consistency and it immediately grossed me out, I couldn't believe one can gag with syrup, well I did...oh and it was also tasteless. The french toasts looked like they had been pressed by an iron --I have no idea why. I took my first bite and that was the last, the french toasts were extremely hard and tasted old, just like the bacon and the syrup. The bacon was far from crunchy, instead it was hard and even difficult to chew. The scramble eggs were burnt and DRY! The cinnamon and banana pancakes were too doughy and only had 2 slices of bananas per pancake. The guy who took our order and never came back to our table, oh yea, I think you call those waiters, did not wait on us at all, we had to ask someone else for our bill. Total bad experience, $25 down Tom's diners drain. We will never bother to come back. Oh and that ""only cash"" deal is just inconvenient, stop being cheap and take credit cards, it's 2012!!!",real
4874,"Hands down, the best breakfast I've ever had. This place is reasonably priced and everyone who works there smiles at you.  It's a little disarming...they seem genuinely HAPPY.  they give you free coffee while you wait in line and feed you with lots of scrumptious bits. I am now trying to move to Prospect Heights just so I can go to Tom's and Beast more often.  Now if that isn't love, I don't know what is.",real
36661,"Full disclosure.  I know NOTHING about Vietnamese food.  This was my first time having it.  But I love that there is something other then Portuguese/Brazilian, Italian and Chinese in Hillside to order from.   Place was clean.  I ordered some noodle meat dish (GAO?) and it was pretty damn good.  The meat was well seasoned.  The noodles good with the dipping sauce they provided.   I'm definitely going to go back and be more adventurous with the options.  Great to see a new eatery so close.",real
38109,they've got a crazy lunch deal that's enough food for 2 little Asian girls to take home leftovers.,real
32685,"It's not on the menu, but the bacon egg and cheese sandwich---DELICIOUS!! I also like how they leave the pitcher of coffee on the table :)",real
20166,could be better,fake
25498,"Great atmosphere, small & hip, hopping (with cute women), and delicious wines.  OH, not to mention the food is pretty darn good too.  My friend and I met around 8:15 on a Thursday evening and we ended up at the bar, which I thought was ideal.  The restaurant was packed and one large table of about 15 women were sitting around drinking wine, gossiping, and eating flat breads.  It looked like they were having fun!   I ordered the R ""blend"" red wine, and my friend had the Syrah- they were both great choices.  We ordered the skirt steak with arugula bruschetta and the mussels to split.  It was the perfect amount of food for two.  The skirt steak & arugula was awesome.  The steak was cooked medium rare and the arugula was topped with a lite lemon olive oil combo.  Perfect portions for 2. The mussels were great as well.  Amazing sauce, my friend and I were basically using spoons to ladle it into our mouths.  yum yum!  Very happy with our meals and definitely will go back, since we are close and its in our neighborhood.  Tight squeeze of a space, but intimate and we loved it! Way to go!",real
41434,"This bar isn't what it used to be when it first opened up.  They have raised their prices, and stopped doing buy backs.  I feel it's a bar too caught up trying hard to be something.  Its always jam packed with hipsters and you can never get a seat at the bar.  The food used to be amazing when PJ was back there in the kitchen running the show, now it seems it has fallen off a bit. This bar to me now is MAYBE a brunch spot, but forget about going on weekend night, unless you want to wait a half hour for a beer, and be looked at as a dollar sign instead of a person.",fake
44397,"4 stars is crazy. Understaffed, sandwiches with 2 slices of meat for $12, and way loud music. I won't be back. You've been warned.",real
7778,"Always a treat.  My favorite Downtown Greek restaurant.  Love the oven baked potatoes, avgolemeno soup and moussaka. Had the organic chicken with vegetables on this visit.  Baklava is on its way.",real
44978,"It's definitely NOT a Five Guys contrary to what a prior reviewer submitted.  The falafel balls could be crispier but overall, very good tasting food. The falafel sandwiches are placed in these cute little boxes. Fast, friendly service. I would definitely recommend it! I hope they continue to do well. Great addition to the area.",real
42098,"Awesome place.  Great crowd, great atmosphere. LOVE the food, fried pickles are sooo yum, best fried mac n cheese and grilled cheese I've ever had.  Service is very good.  Just go and have a good time ya'll!",real
21037,One word. Spectacular. Mouth watering. Most definitely coming back here for a date with my boyfriend!!!,real
45170,"I want to love Cookshop but the constant wait and overcrowding is making it very hard. However if you are patient enough to stick it out the food will absolutely make up for it. Whether dinner or brunch, never had a dish that I didn't enjoy. But that being said, is it worth the wait? Not really.",real
3939,"chicken chicharrons, beef stew, yellow rice, maduros.   oh, and BYOB.  done and done.",real
2143,"I'm paying for a ""meh"" cheesesteak, not obnoxious, small-minded, ethnocentric propaganda.",real
19484,"Amazing flavors, great location and friendly service make this gem a 5 star experience. Having just returned to Philly after a few years away Khyber Pass ended up being my welcome home brunch and what a brunch it was! The place is designed with a nice hole in the wall pub look, but the tables are roomy and the decor fun and interesting. I especially appreciated how the dining area lacked any televisions, giving our meal the more classy and social vibe of a higher prices restaurant. Once we got down to eating the delicious American flavors never stopped coming. I had a Khyber burger and fries, my typical and admittedly boring go-to. The burger was bursting with great flavors though and easily became the best burger I have had in years. Barbecue onions, unique mustard and well cooked bacon topped the patty, while the bun was an exceedingly high quality potato bun. The burger itself tasted of high quality meat and freshness, cooked perfectly to a warm pink medium which is hard to get in restaurants. My girl had the brunch banana foster french toast and it was insanely good. Too sweet for my palette but the flavors were there in every way. She cleaned her plate and told me it was a five star experience, which I would agree on for my two bites. I would order it as a dessert after a meal! She also had praline bacon, which was also sinfully good. I had to steal at least two whole pieces from her because the mixture of bacon, pralines and syrup was to die for. Everything was topped off with the best homemade lemonade I've had in a while, strong in taste but not abrasive, and super nice and speedy service. The meal altogether was sit back and close your eyes good. I felt bad leaving and would go back tomorrow. I can't wait to try the Southern style BBQ and chicken in future trips. If you're downtown toward the river you have to go to Khyber Pass!",real
11257,"Duck sandwich at 2 am was one of the most amazing things I've ever had! Oysters were delicious, and our server was the kindest person. I can't wait to get back here.",real
20781,It a great date spot. Great wine list. nice setting. very reasonable priced. I just sat at the bar,real
42773,"Probably better for tourists than as a place to make your new regular spot (I was living about an hour away and only in Philly sporadically so I liked getting to go somewhere different.)  It is right in downtown Philadelphia, offers a unique experience which I always look for while traveling, and in both of my experiences, great food and service! It is a little pricy, but again great if you are traveling or for a special occasion. You have to splurge a little on the dessert, get the little mini camp fire for your table and roast your marshmallows for the fondue!  So good, and so much fun!  I have never seen that anywhere else. That was our favorite - also tried the chocolate truffle heart cake, and a chocolate espresso milkshake. If you have to pick one, go with the fondue plate to share - delicious and you get a lot more. The cake is very, very small. I went for mainly desert both times so the only food I tried was the southwest caesar salad and mac and cheese - happy with both but definitely recommend the mac and cheese! Wanted to try the specialty coffees and chocolate martini, but there is only so much you can take in one sitting! They do offer those though. I see others posted that this place was great for kids, which I can understand given the menu, but both times I went were on dates, and we were looking for more of an up-scale place.  On Valentine's day, we got just that (I assume because no one had their kids out), but the second time we went, there were a lot of kids (running around), the place was very very crowded and hard to walk around, and I definitely wasn't as happy with the atmosphere as the first time.  So the vibe of the restaurant is a little confused - if you are looking for a quiet, romantic place, I would suggest only coming here if it isn't a busy time.",real
34480,The grilled cheese with tomato soup is of God.,real
45114,"The perfect ""city"" brunch. Living in Brooklyn, I try with all my might not to go in to the city on the weekends, but a cousin was in town over memorial day weekend and I was able to get a prime reservation for 5 on monday brunch. Cookshop has all the makings of a successful manhattan brunch outing: busy & bustling, good music, great drinks, strong coffee, lots of tables, and surprisingly good food! I can't recall what everyone ordered, but I had the deviled eggs and radish salad. Perfect. Refreshing. Fun. Highly recommended for an energetic weekend. Check out the new section of the High Line that just opened with its entrance across the street.",fake
2676,"When you come to the intersection of Passyunk and 9th, you look at one side and you see bright colorful lights...enticing you to come over to try their ""World Famous Cheesesteaks."" Then you look to the other side and you see a old building that isn't as flashy, but they promise the same thing. Sure lots of people like Geno's.  And lot's of people like Pat's.  I don't think you'll get a consensus from Philadelphians.  But that's what makes our country great.  You have a choice.  Pick one or the other.  It doesn't matter, as long as it makes you happy. I like Geno's bread.  But Pat's steak is better.",real
6250,"Best all around BBQ in the city right now. You know you found a BBQ spot when the chicken, which is usually a side thought for many of these place is AMAZING.",real
32862,"I am a fan. Little Fish is actually quite little -- probably seats about 24 people. Cozy, friendly atmosphere and great food. Oysters, octopus and striped bass were all excellent. Octopus and the fish were both perfectly cooked -- food was interesting and delicious. Would return.",real
5631,Food is okay but very pricy for the quality. Appetizer for 15 bucks and entree for 18 at minimum.,real
7539,"My favorite is the avgolemono soup. Creamy and lemony. It's probably the best I've had.  They also make tasty grape leaves, but those are pricey. You pay 12 bucks for 3 pieces. The lamb chops are good. And the grilled salmon is good. Overall, good food.",fake
831,DirectV - the company sucks be careful before you sign up with them,fake
5647,"So, the first time I visited this restaurant I thought it was phenomenal! It was small but cute and the food was delicious! The price wasn't bad either for what you were getting as the portions were a nice size. I remember having the oxtails and I my partner had the pan con pescado. We ordered wine and the yucca frita for an appetizer. The bill was well under $100 with tip. This was about a year ago. Since then I've ordered take out twice as I have a 2 year old who doesn't do well in restaurants. Anywho, the first take out order was a little disappointing as the portion size I remembered from dining in seemed to decrease. No harm no foul the food was still delicious and still I had plenty left over before so it was not a big deal. Yesterday I found myself craving oxtail! I called and ordered that as well as the yucca frita and empanadas. My bill was $50. Again, inflation so no worries. When I got home however I was shocked that once again the portions sizes had gone down. There were 2 oxtails in my order which cost $23. The empanadas were the flattest I had ever seen mostly crust and no filling at all. I also did not like the change to the square cardboard take out boxes which reminded me of the ones you get when you go to get a salad at whole foods. The oxtails were not as tender and really salty. I boasted about this place not too long ago, but I actually don't think I care to return. Whether eating in ordering out. Good luck!",real
4315,"The line can be quite long, the place was packed, but it was worth it!!! Today was my first time here, but I will definitely be back!!!The staff was very friendly and the food was great!!! I am so glad this was my breakfast choice.",real
46820,I come here pretty often and love it! Its a nice and clean place and great when you need to be in and out. Ive tried many items on the menu and they are all pretty tasty! My favorite is their lasagna.,fake
35842,Love my first experience here !! Shocked they served good food !! Also live band playing !! I was starving from playing games outside the bar and didn't want to be around all those kids running around playing so snuck away and found my new spot when I wanna go out on my next date.   t The bomb.com cocktails and signature drinks yummmmmmm !!!,real
19885,"I was a visitor on 9/12 looking for some good Philly Cheese Steaks, and came to here hoping for the best. The food overall was good (4/5 stars), but I'm giving 1 star because of the cashier whose rudeness and insensitivity towards me, my girlfriend, AND her coworkers, has ruined my experience. To give you a better idea, look at Joe C's review and Jason P's first picture - you will see the picture of the cashier I am talking about. Without naming the cashier, I will proceed to tell you what happened - she was very impatient and became irritated when I said I wanted the same order my girlfriend ordered. Upon realizing that she noticed I was upset with her unacceptable attitude, she then tries to rescue herself by saying my name was unique and cool. But no, that did not work unfortunately... it only led me to feel insulted. Afterwards, she ranged me up and threw the receipt in my direction expecting me to catch it, but fell to the ground. She said something along the lines ""Looks like we're not working okay today, haha"". She did not apologize. While I normally brush off experiences like this, what especially disturbed me was the damaged morale of her employees. I noticed she would give them a hard time. Again, Look at Joe C's review and Jason P's first picture to see the cashier I'm talking about. Please brace yourself for the incredible rudeness if you do encounter the same person. Good luck. **Management, please do not hesitate to contact me for more information regarding this transaction and incident, I'll be happy to provide more info. I will adjust my review accordingly. Thank you.",real
10066,"Way late on writing my review as this was last year - but we like this place a lot. We took someone here for a very special birthday and were treated very well.  The food was excellent. Soup and cheese plate were both were great. Nice wine list. A bit pricey, but it was justified with the quality of the food. We had a bit of a mishap as we found glass in our soup and then the server spilled our wine, but even with those oddities, we still left happy... (I know, sounds weird - but it really did all work out) The birthday girl loved it and everything we did eat (sans glass) was excellent.",real
35754,"I love this place. Seriously makes one of the top 3 burgers I've ever had, but that's not the best part -- the mac n cheese is phenomenal! I ate til my belt burst open. This place is pretty pricey, but oh so worth it!",real
27293,"Great brunch. The portions are large. I ordered the fried pork chops with cheddar waffles. I would definitely order it again. The pork chop was huge and tender. I was a little hesitant about cheddar waffles, but that soon changed. They were melt-in-your-mouth delicious. I would visit again. The only complaint is that it was very crowded and we were seated outdoors in 91 degree temperatures. They should purchase more table umbrellas for extreme temperatures.",real
9993,"One of the few restaurants on Penn's campus that I would consider ""classy"" enough to take my parents out to when they come to visit. The restaurant itself is quaint and decorated to give off a down-to-earth, homey feel, but the dining experience is designed to be more high-end and up-scale. Food-wise, I highly recommend the beef tenderloin. Beautifully presented, the meat was tender, perfectly cooked, and incredibly easy to cut. Seriously, it was like using a hot knife on butter. The mashed potatoes were light and fluffy, but they still retained a rich, buttery flavor. The taste of the bleu cheese is incredibly strong in this dish, but since I'm a big fan of bleu cheese, that suited me just fine. I did find the flavor profile for this dish as a whole to be a little bit unusual, as the bleu cheese didn't really seem to fit in with the rest of the dish, but the overall result was still incredibly tasty. There's nothing incredible or special about the tuna tartare, but it did serve as a decent appetizer to start everyone off. I'm not really sure why, but one of my favorite things about White Dog is that they serve sodas in mason jars. I guess it's just a little touch of creativity that I appreciated. In terms of service, our waiter was polite and accommodating, but he did not seem particularly invested in serving our table. Not only did we have to remind him that half of us had not received our drinks yet, but he also didn't give us bread until we specifically asked for it halfway through the meal. Looking at his other tables, we noticed that he offered them all bread (without being asked) soon after they sat down. Why were we treated differently? None of this really negatively impacted our dining experience, but the service definitely could have been a little bit better. Overall, White Dog Cafe offers a pleasant and enjoyable up-scale dining experience on Penn's campus. Pro tip: When I checked into this restaurant on Yelp, I got a free draft beer!",real
38616,"Tried getting food here after the Punk Rock Flea Market. Waited about half an hour in line, and once I got to the front, they said they only had 1 hot dog left. Excuse me?! You're a hot dog truck, and you're OUT?! Went to Lucky Old Soul's truck... much better!",real
18898,"So it's been several months (ugh!) since I've been to Prince St. Pizza.  Today I happened to be in the neighborhood, walking down Prince St when I heard a growl..... which I believe was my stomach telling me that it wanted a rice ball.   So obviously I had to stop in and order up a few Prosciutto Rice Balls.  And I have no shame in telling you all now that my belly is full and so happy after my lunch of rice balls. :::sigh::: These Prosciutto Balls are so flippin' delicious.  Made with fresh mozz & ricotta cheeses and bits of prosciutto... they are the best darn rice balls I've ever had.",real
36034,"I've had a few things from here, but once I tried the BBQ chicken pizza, I've never ordered anything else. It's unbelievably tasty: sweet, tangy, salty, just delish. I've also had some pasta dishes, and the breakfast sandwich. All decent and cheap. Stick with the pizza. I've had great experiences with delivery, pick up, and eating in.",real
2416,"If you are going here for good service and non-greasy food, then you have a problem.  The ruggedness (not rudeness) of the staff is something I love and I think it's fun.  They don't mess around here.  Yes this place is a tourist trap where it's not really worth it to pay ~$10 for a cheesesteak with fries.  But, it's an institution and for that price, I'm willing to spend in the double digits for some shaved meat wit whiz and onions.",real
41192,I'm writing this review a bit after the fact. I was not pleased with this place. I expected more particularly based on the high yelp reviews. My gfs and I went here on a snowy Sat. night so it was rather empty. I didn't have to worry about the reservation I made; we were told to sit wherever we wanted when we walked in. We ordered a pitcher of sangria; it was ok. We had the croquettesand empanadas to start. Neither was anything special. I had the Bistec de Palomilla (sirloin w/ onions). The meat is very thin. I don't even think it matters if they ask you how you want it...it'll be well done and tough..and yet I usually like my meat well done. One of my gfs also wound up with the same dish because the waitress screwed up her order and didn't even realize it. Even with the place being empty the waitress was very pushy when it came to clearing the table and giving us our bill. Her shift was ending but I didn't think it was necessary for her to be taking away the plates and glasses (which still had some sangria in them) before she left. It was a bit disturbing. I really wouldn't recommend this place but maybe we went on an off night if you want to blame the weather.,real
45801,I was pretty disappointed in this place.  So many great reviews and it looked like such a wonderful spot.  The only highlight of my meal was the kick ass bloody mary (only it wasn't strong enough).   I haven't had Huevos Racheros in so long so I was pretty excited to try it here...  I guess I was just expecting something to be more memorable.  I also ordered the deviled eggs and they were not that impressive(very bland).  The egg sandwich with two fried eggs was pretty kick ass but other than that... I wasn't impressed! I will most likely come back for the ambiance and the bloody mary's,real
46010,"Had a business dinner recently and was looking for a great place.  When not one but two serious-foodie-friends recommended Cookshop independently, I knew it was the place to go. And it was delicious. They pride themselves on seasonal, local, and fresh ingredients, and it shows. Totally delicious.  People like the rabbit, the scallops and more. Dessert was mixed--personally, the salted caramel ice cream was good, but a bit too strong and salty for more than a couple of bits.  The root beer sundae and baked alaska were big hits with other members of the table though. A bit pricy, but not too bad, and worth it.",real
33967,Everyone's so gosh darn good looking here. 3 stars for that and the margaritas. 1 star for the food.,real
3625,"I know that this place had a rough start, so I waited until September to go, figuring they have worked out the 'rough spots' and it seems that they have.  I have eaten there twice and was very pleased both times. I ate their 'root chips', 'mini cabbage' and 'beet ravioli' . All of those were fantastic and I hope they keep them on the menu. Service and ambiance is also en point.   My only complaint:  when I tried to take a bite of my husband's wings that he had ordered, I was overwhelmed with the smell of white vinegar (Blehghgh!).   I wish they would switch to apple cider vinegar as white vin is what I use to clean my house. If white vinegar consumption doesn't bother you like it does me, then order their wings.   Anyhow, the drinks selection is also excellent!",real
40047,Great little authentic spot,real
37103,"If you work around the area, Fork & Spoon is a great go-to lunch option.  The place is super clean and the staff is overly friendly.  The food choices are vast and plenty including a hot bar, freshly made sandwiches, noodle bar, salad bar and even a pasta station.  My latest fave is the pho, which is a noodle soup served with your choice of veggies and meat.  The vegetable pho with a kick of sliced jalapenos and chili sauce is the perfect dish for a chilly day. Nom!",real
44350,There are many places to eat in Little Italy and not sure what drew us here but whatever it was I'm glad we stopped here.  We were seated inside as the tables outside were packed.  The Spaghetti Carbonara was really good and other folks at the table agreed that the food was over the top.  Prices are reasonable and the service was good.,real
37970,"Great takeout Italian restaurant. Awesome, fresh pizza and the best grandma pie period! Extensive menu, cheap prices and delicious Italian hot sandwiches. Try the foccia Turkey or roast beef, tasty and huge portions.",real
11150,"Any restaurant that you can go into at 2 am and get a gourmet meal is fine by me (especially when compared to your other options at this hour)...their fried chicken was amazing, highly recommended, along with the catfish",fake
11382,"Hands down my favorite late night place. How did I survive Nemo? By trekking it to Blue Ribbon! Bone marrow is amazing here, and I get it here without fail every time. Plus I always take home the bones for my Rottie:) The roast duck soup is always well balanced and comforting. It embraces you with that unctuous flavor. The crispy duck skin garnish gives it an extra oomph. The fried oysters are always great, with that touch of horseradish I love, accompanied by spinach and Parmesan. I've had just about everything on the menu but some of my faves are the sweetbreads, paella, skate, etc. You should definitely save room for the creme brûlée as it is well executed and is the right amount of sweet! Thanks hubby for getting me my Blue Ribbon fix and thanks J for not closing early. Tried going to the Park Slope location first but understandably closed early due to the blizzard.",real
7438,"The food is really good, and the drinks are very interesting, but.....portions are small, prices are high, and service is hit or miss.  I've had a couple good waitresses, and a couple rude bartenders.  I love their interesting cocktails (where else can I buy a drink with smarties in the bottom and Kool-Aid on the rim?), but it's a pleasure I don't often indulge because the prices are so high.",real
47170,"My bro and I stayed at a nearby hotel and he was craving for Vietnamese noodle. As usual, I searched Yelp, Yes, it was a good choice. We ordered Pad thai Pho Chicken Satay. 1. All of the dishes were very good.   2.cute fancy atmosphere. 3. Reasonably priced. I'll go back to this place again.",real
4617,"We popped by before a taking a leisurely relaxing walk through the Brooklyn Botanical Garden. Waiting in line for 40 minutes was nirvana, since they served us fresh bacon and other goodies while we patiently stood in line! This is the part you must read, and (*this is important!*) you must take action. Come here, and try the lemon ricotta pancakes. Just do it. They blew me away! My wife, who ordered another tasty item was quite jealous as I tried so hard to avoid scarfing the entire dish down myself. Sorry dear! Consumer warning: walking for miles through a botanical garden on a warm day, with a stomach full of ricotta pancakes, turns out to be quite challenging. Damn, that was a lot of food! ""You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough."" (Mae West)",real
29049,"Me and my husband came here on a gilticty voucher.  We live around the neighborhood and never knew it existed.  The waitress we had was awesome.  The food was great and so was the drinks.  We will definitely come back for dinner or even tapas.  The only complaint I have is as soon as you walk in you are not sure where to go to sit you,there is no one directing you.. We decided to walk toward the back of the restaurant and was promptly greeted by the hostess but a bartender or staff member should direct people toward the back of the restaurant to be seated in the restaurant..  Other than that, the place was GREAT..",real
7879,"Chicken egg and lemon soup. The perfect starter for my wife's cold. Perfect balance of the ingredients in the soup. A delicious melange of flavors. I had the dolmathes to start. Best stuffed grape leaves I've ever had. For mains we went meat, after all it's December and we needed fortification. Lamb shank was not only perfectly prepared but was falling off the bone tender. Short ribs was also tender and expertly prepared and spiced. Portions are enormous so either be prepared to share or be prepared to eat full and well. Service was attentive without being overly intrusive. Will we be back? Yes. Next time for the octopus and fish. Ubetcha!",real
34568,One Of My Favorite Brunch Spots!! I always have an amazing experience here. Prior to my first time...there was much BUZZ about the menu & of course the 'Red Velvet Pancakes'. There were a ton of great suggestions from friends of choices to make...I went with the shrimp & grits...my date had the pancakes. I suggest you get there early because it fills up fast..but the service remains good. If you like savory brunch with many choices...this is a good pick. I have been here several times & Everything is really delicious. The shrimp and grits was so good. The red velvet pancakes are served with large portions- there should be a Man vs. Food challenge to eat those pancakes and other menu items....really Bottom line...you can't go wrong with a visit to Green Eggs Cafe,real
35668,OK this is also a delayed review because I last ate here in January. We were seated quickly and I had a delicious breakfast with a great view. At the end of our meal our waiter overheard me telling my family friends that my wallet was stolen so I was living off of free food from my grad school until my new credit card was mailed to me. He came over with a bag of bread! I felt like a homeless person but how sweet is that?!,real
21284,"My boyfriend took me to Uva for a date on a Wednesday night. The experience was great from start to finish. We made a reservation, however, we were late. Instead of giving us any attitude the staff suggested we grab a glass of wine from the bar while they tried to accommodate us. We waited no more that 5-7 minutes and they had already shuffled things around so they could seat us, which was a pretty big feat since the place was packed. The lighting is moody and the decor is rustic Italian which I loved. We actually sat outside in their semi-covered terrace and it was lovely. Lots of candlelight and brick and people smiling and drinking wine everywhere. We had a bottle of pinot grigio which was fantastic. We ordered the fried mozzarella wrapped in prosciutto for an appetizer and it was amazing. I think the boy could have eaten an entire plate of that and been satisfied. Main Course: Boyfriend ordered Penne with mushrooms which was good. I got a chicken breast which was stuffed with cheese and served with artichoke hearts. I thought both our entrees were good, not stellar but I'd definitely go back to try different dishes. We went the whole nine and ordered dessert, a chocolate cake topped with a huge ball of ice cream. When the waitress delivered it she sat it down and poured hot espresso over the whole thing...it was FANTASTIC.  Admittedly I have an insatiable sweet tooth so that was my favorite part of the meal ( a very close second to the appetizer). I found out later that they have brunch which I will absolutely try next. Bottom line: PERFECT date spot",real
31097,"I wanted to like this place. I really did. My wife and I were walking by and decided to pop in and give it a try. The place looked great (although completely empty-this was a Tuesday night, so I reckon we can forgive them that), the music was good, and the bartendress was really nice. Good beer selection, good happy hour, good complimentary polenta, etc. I ordered the Tartar of the Day, which was steak. My wife got a vealwurst sandwich. The food came out surprisingly quick, and the presentation was nice-mine on a little plate, hers on a cutting board. She said she really liked hers, which is great, but the sandwich was small and expensive ($10 or $11). My ($13) tartar was laughably (and frustratingly) tiny, and salted all to hell. I've had much better, bigger, and cheaper appetizers (The Egg, par example, at Colonie). I've always said that my loyalty to a place with a subpar product can be won by customer service, but even I have a limit. I'd love for places like this to make it, but with such disproportionate prices and portions, I doubt if this Saint is long for this world.",real
8596,"The Pines is among the best restaurants I have been to in a long while. The dishes and flavor combinations are unique and creative. Even when they missed for me on a personal level I could see the intent to push the envelope and create new and exciting flavors. I have not written a Yelp review before and was inspired to sing the prices of the Pines after my recent meal there. Everyone should try this place , it is something special.",fake
6368,"Best BBQ I've had in NY. Visited Friday night early with the kids. Sat outside on rather uncomfortable chairs and a small table but all was forgotten when the food came out. Everything hit the mark: brisket, ribs both delicious. Frito pie (which I couldn't see on the menu) was outstanding. Corn bread was good. Beans I probably wouldn't order again (but were fine). Not the cheapest (~$60) but when it's great I'm willing to pay a little more. Love the influx of BBQ to Park Slope and this is the best.",real
33081,"Absolutely Wonderful I came here for their Sunday night prix-fixe tasting menu.  $28 for 5 courses.  I was totally blown away.  Everything we had was absolutely delicious and I consider it to be a fantastic bargain.  I cannot wait to come back here.  I think Sundays could become a mainstay for me once I move to Philly.   I'm not sure why Zagat rates this place so poorly on the decor and service.  While there is not much pizazz,  it's charming, very small and a wonderful dining experience *Definitely get reservations early.  On Sundays they have two seatings: 6PM and 8PM.",real
29717,I went here a couple weeks ago after a job interview in the area. I had some rice and some chicken and broccoli. The food was pretty good given that it's in a food court. The cashier was really nice and we had a nice conversation. It's a lot better than subway etc. I'd go back to this place if I happen to be in the same food court.,real
47966,Our home (a block ) away from home. Wouldn't know what to do without this place. I Love it.,fake
62,"Great decor and vibe. Secured wifi. Excellent freshly-queezed OJ. Fantastic eggs Benedict with lox and asparagus. Service could be friendlier. But overall it's still an excellent option for brunch or lunch. Too bad their air ventilation is poor: every time we went (i.e. dozens) after 45 minutes in the café, our eyes would start itching. And after 60 mins we would have to leave, at which point we would both be smelling like we cooked in their kitchen for a couple of hours. So for this only reason, we've stopped going. Too bad.",real
2997,HOT sauce?!?  My a$$ is still burning and I have been banned from the Sheraton - maid required a hazmat suit to clean the bathroom.  Thanks Geno's.,real
37575,"I will tell you about this place if you promise not to try it for yourself. The lines are long enough. I already need to make a reservation a few days before going for my fix. Everything on the menu is delicious, but my favorite is the linguine with meatballs. The meatballs are the size of my head. Always seems like such a daunting task to finish my plate when it arrives, but somehow 10-15 minutes later everything is gone including the bread. I have a NSLB rule (No Sauce Left Behind). Luckily, I've only been to Piccolo with parties of 4 or more. More bodies, more appetizers and dishes. More appetizers and dishes, more tasting. Everything I have tried has been phenomenal. It breaks my heart to read the bad reviews on yelp (do not trust these non-italians).   The owner is a cutie. In his thick italian accent, he delivers the specials. If you speak while he explains an entree, he will yell at you. He must be in his 70s, but still circles the dining room each night to ensure that his guests are enjoying their meals. Thank goodness this place is only a few blocks away!",real
38215,"This place reminds me of California Korean food. The food, ambiance and service is true to the popular California chain. I was a bit disappointed at the banchan (small plate apps), but I'm sure it rotates with the seasons. I loved the whole fried fish that they give at the beginning. It was just like home. The soondubu is delicious and the ""Hot"" spice level really is quite hot. So I'd advise sticking with mild or medium unless you really like spicy korean flavors. They also have a ""Danger"" level spiciness which I would be terrified to try. I also can recommend their pajeon (pancakes) - one order is enough for four people to have a slice each. I'm coming back here as soon as the weather cools off to try  more of their menu. So far I really liked what I ate and the service was top notch!",real
11417,"This place was great and the service superb! The bone marrow and marmalade that all the yelpers recommend was good but it didn't blow my socks off. Still, you should try it because others loved it. I ordered the lobster and my brother had the fried chicken. We shared our meals and they were both delicious. My sister-in-law had the special of the night Filet Mignon and it came with colored greens. She couldn't stop talking about how good it was. If you order appetizers do include the ribs, which fell right off the bone. Stick to beer or wine if you are drinking. The mixed drinks were on the sweet side! I would highly recommend it. Make reservations for 4 people or more, the place is small.",real
19189,"Heartbreak in Washington Square Park. Me, having just stood in line for a long time. In my hands: a hot, delicious, extra spicy mixed vegetable uttampan with all of the accutriments. Lentil soup, vegetable soup--- all ready for me to pour over my thick, steamy pancake wafting intoxicating spices. Salivate. I run joyously to a bench to consume. I trip. My beautifully crafted six dollar lunch flies out of my hand. I manage not to do a face plant. People around me look at me sympathetically---- but that doesn't stop the (mind) tears.",real
19532,"This place was really great. I met up with some friends here and we were all pretty impressed. The beer list was extensive, it had anything you could possibly want. They also have pretty good food. We all shared a pulled pork sandwich, a catfish po boy, and collard greens and everything was outstanding. The atmosphere was very relaxed, friendly, and it wasn't too crowded. I fully intend on returning here very soon!",real
41481,"On the outside you know you're in Queens but on the inside it feels like Manhattan. I love this bar. It has great atmosphere and great music. It's more of a chill spot than a pickup spot but that's what adds to the cozy feel. If you have to try a vegetarian option on the menu, definitely try the mac and cheese. It's always amazing!",fake
7509,Comfortable atmosphere and exquisite cuisine,fake
39683,I work in Verona and order from Frank Anthony's very often.  They have the best grilled chicken ever! Every piece is delicious and never fatty... I usually order the Caprese Salad and add Grilled chicken or the Ava Sandwich. I love this place! They are always fast with the deliveries too.,real
6275,"NYC's BEST BBQ! I've tried almost every spot, outside of Fette Sau. Morgan's tops my list hands down... I've been to Franklin BBQ in Austin and this is comparable for sure. Can't wait to go back and try the pork ribs (which they were out of last time)",real
12317,"Incredibly disorganized front-of-house makes for a bad start to the meal.  However, the food is very good.",real
34222,"one night this drunk creepy dude was bothering my friends and i, and the bartender happened to notice and totally distracted him from us so we could still have a good night.",real
14358,"There is NO BAD dish at N 3d.  Their drinks, especially their Blood Orange Margaritas and their Sangria, are always on point.   Their wings are healthy, and the blue cheese is not runny or thin.  N 3rd is the best restaurant in the area!!!!",fake
28932,"The secret is out now and people finally fill this space - in the weekends Weekdays is a different story. Calm, quiet, charming, low key and discrete. Great Serbian style BBQ, nice cold beers and very friendly owners. Great views of Manhattan - what's not to like ?",real
45766,"I picked Cookshop for my birthday dinner a few years ago and remembered enjoying it but for whatever reason, we didn't rush back. Perhaps it was just a case of ""too many restaurants, too little time!"" But we found ourselves hanging out in Chelsea the other night and trying to think of a reliable spot to enjoy a nice dinner, it was the first place that popped into my head. Only this time my fiance and I brought his parents along. For such a nice fancy restaurant in a trendy-neighborhood, it's also very comfortable, friendly and made for a nice family dinner. The food was great and the menu was more exciting than your standard new american place. I highly recommend the ribs and the fluffernutter pie for dessert. Chocolate and peanut butter is my favorite dessert combo, so I tend to be fairly critical when it comes to it. But this pie was rich, made with good CPB and just the right touch salty. We all really enjoyed it. The ribs and that pie may just be the incentive I needed to rush back!",real
4854,"I really wanted to like Tom's.  The decor is so cute and cozy.  The staff was great-- very welcoming and friendly.  They give you free cookies and were really great and playful with my toddler.  The prices were decent.  But I was expecting some really awesome diner food, and it just wasn't.  We've been there for breakfast twice now, and there was just nothing special about our food.  Things were fine, a bit bland, and uninspired.  So it's definitely worth a trip to the neighborhood diner, but once is probably all you'll need.",real
48251,"Worth the wait it takes to get your food. Everything is made fresh to order, and you can tell. The bread is crispy and delicious and the coffee is tasty. The place itself is tiny but spotlessly clean.",real
32679,"We love this place...sister restaurant to the Skylark Diner in Edison, we have never been disappointed by a meal. I usually get the french toast with bacon; it's my favorite. Menu is expansive...and also expensive. Seafood gaspacho (summertime menu item) is $11/bowl but quite delicious. Juices (orange or grapefruit) are freshly squeezed. Service is usually decent and helpful. Place is usually packed on weekends for breakfast but tables turnover fairly quickly.",real
4992,"Visited 12/19/2014 at around 8pm with my wife. We entered, sat down, and checked out the menus while three people in the kitchen area talked to each other. After a few minutes they sent over a young Spanish kid who couldn't speak English, or at least pretended he couldn't. We chose three different things off Saturday's menu choices, each one was apparently not available. We felt very unwelcome so we left to eat Indian food at Kamal Palace down the road instead. Will never come here again. We've eaten here several times before, in the restaurant, takeout, and delivery. Delivery is awful, takeout is ok if you can stand being ignored for several minutes and spoken to in broken English. The food is just ok anyway.",real
27602,"Usually people go to Palo Cortado because the wait's too painful at Buttermilk Channel, but it was actually the opposite for me. Palo Cortado was closed for a private party so we went down the street to Buttermilk Channel where it was a surprisingly quick 10-minute wait. My friends and I all got the $25 3-course special and since there were 3 of us we got to try one of everything on the menu. I had the apple and turnip salad which I loved even though I hate turnips. I tried a little of everyone's entrees and my favorite was definitely the bluefish; I just wish there was more of it especially when you compared it to my fried chicken entree. I loved the crispy crust, but most importantly how they didn't overcook the chicken breast. Dry fried chicken is the worst. (I even microwaved a piece the next day and it was still super moist!) But it wasn't anything super special. The pecan pie sundae was as tasty as everyone said it'd be. But overall, I don't think I'd come back here...unless it was a Monday of course. I think the fact that everything was just $25 made it taste better, but it's not something I'd go out of my way to have again.",real
23397,"I have never been treated in such a way before in my entire life - I have been to CP's several times and always enjoyed myself.  For a celebratory dinner, I went in to see how long the wait for our party of 7 would be.  The hostess referred to her manager, who's name is Domingo - he asked if all of my party was here, my response was no but on their way.  Domingo told me he couldn't tell me until my entire party was there, fine no problem, can you give me an idea of how long it might be Domingo? His response, a smirk and a no.  I asked again, ""really you cant give me a general idea?""   ""I'm 46 years old, I don't have to tell you anything"". Needless to say I was quite taken aback (I'm 24).  I laughed it off, thinking he was trying to be funny, he wasn't.  when I asked again if he could give me an idea he smirked and said no.  I asked what his problem was, and this is where it got interesting. He continued with the ""I'm 46 I don't have to answer you"" schtick for some time.  I told him I had never been treated in such a way and would take my business elsewhere.  IN FRONT OF THE ENTIRE RESTAURANT, AND HIS STAFF he proceeded to threaten me, call me a ""f*cking white boy"" and a tough guy, etc.  At this point I became quite heated and said some less than reputable things and left in a fume. I called the restaurant a few hours later to get his name - his hostess told me DOMINGO, he then quickly snatched the phone from her and called me a ""stupid f*ckin white boy, punk ass b*tch, piece of sh*t....come back here you stupid white boy, come back and watch what happens to you"" This was a grown man in a management position who acted like a schoolyard punk in front of his customers and his staff.  I was and still am BAFFLED at how this situation unfolded.  I didn't realize that, because I am young, my money was any less significant to the business.   So if you decide to go to Cuban Petes and you see a ""46 year old man"" with a stupid little mustache and probably some various other mental issues, that's Domingo - careful what you say or you might go to fisticuffs.",real
18429,"Wow! Can i just say amazing food.  I got the banana walnut pancakes with the maple butter syrup.  Unlike most syrups where you just get tired of after 3 bites, it had the perfect consistency and sweetness.   The scones were huge.  I wish they were more fresh and buttery.  The raspberry jam was very fresh though.   I came here on Monday morning at around 11a and it was still busy.  We were able to get a table after 5 minutes.  I can't imagine what it is like on the weekends. This is a must if you come to Manhattan!",real
39600,"One of the best meals I've had in a while. The space is beautiful, warm and inviting.  The service was mostly impeccable. The menu was exciting with plenty of great food and drink options. The menu is printed daily. On the evening we went we had an array of small plates. The dishes were all super fresh and delicious, all with local farm to table ingredients.  I think I could eat their grilled octopus every day. It was a busy night and the kitchen fell way behind, otherwise it was a perfect meal.",real
27245,WOW SO GOOD HALLELUJAH  took my girlfriend here and she liked it -and she's super picky. Win win,real
43200,"I am not a chocoholic so when Max Brenner's originally opened I wasn't immediately interested in trying the restaurant. But after I saw a Groupon for it, it just seemed too good to pass up. I enjoyed an early dinner there the other day. I had a steak and mushroom quesadilla and my boyfriend had the burger. We had both also ordered cocktails to go with out meals, I got the Guava Margarita and it was super yummy and not too sweet like I had expected. We both really enjoyed our dishes and the food presentation was superb. The service was timely and attentive. The only downside is that we had really come their to try their chocolatey desserts and the one we had wanted (the vanilla ice-cream popsicle fondue) wasn't available. Instead we decided to try the ""works"" dessert pizza, since I remember seeing something about it on Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate. And O M G it floored me, I am not a huge chocolate and dessert person to begin with, but this really converted my palate. From the toasted marshmallows to the banana pieces, it was amazing. I can't wait to come back and have dessert there again.",real
5994,"The food was really good, but there were a few things that spoiled the experience. We didnt have a reservation, but they had a table, so we sat. They didnt pay any attention to us. It was like we were second class. We ordered our drinks and asked for water. Well, we asked for water 4 times. Our drinks took until our entrees came. We ordered guacamole, which was great, but it came with a handful of chips. We asked for more, but were charged $2 without being told. Dont give us 5 chips then! The dessert was okay, but it said chocolate cake, but had no chocolate, but apparently was what we ordered. Its a cute place and great for happy hour.",real
8268,"Appetizers and the Lasagna are amazing!  I always get the three dipping sauces and then add on 3-4 other items to complement.  Very affordable, great decor, good drink selection.   Service has always been excellent and I've always been able to get a seat at the communal bar...",real
32014,Good authentic food at a reasonable price. It starts with fresh tortilla chips and spicy salsa. I had the lunch special that was a steak burrito and pork carnitas (soft taco) and it was very good. The hot sauce had quite a nice bite to it.  I will back and recommending this place as well. Can't wait to try the breakfast as it it praised.,real
33789,Quality of ingredients is not advertised.  Minus a star for no wifi (they have dead AT&T reception zones in the building).,real
25989,"Jadis has a great wine list and lovely food.  Great for a date, an evening out with old friends, or a party in the back with their super comfy couches. Also, the service is always great! Check out Jadis, you will not be disappointed!!",real
16142,"the waiting time is very long, i waited almost two hours in the cold for a table. the lady at the front desk was rude and told us we couldn't wait inside by the side but yet when I came back there were a bunch of people waiting inside.. and the waitress was rude too it was clear that she was trying to rush everyone to eat, get their check and leave. just because it is busy doesn't mean they should compromise their service and rush people out. the food itself is what got this review 4 stars. the food was good and satisfying, I love the eggs but the ham was too hard. the hash browns are delicious. and if I were to come here again I would definitely try the pancakes. it would be worth it to come here if there is no wait.",real
15885,"Came here to try out our local diner for dinner, and it was alright. I had a burger that was a bit more rare than I had wanted, and quite greasy leaving me a bit ill. My fiance's meal was 'alright' too, nothing special, and certainly nothing compared to the other NJ diner's I have been to which is sad. Though the wait staff was friendly and pleasant, pretty sure I won't be stopping here again, there are better places to go within a mile radius of this place on route 1.",fake
30978,"This place is great for Sunday brunch - quiet and relaxing.  Great food at reasonable prices, definitely one of my favorite brunch locations in Brooklyn.",real
45061,"long waiting! but worth the eait.. for starters we had pan cake balls,the munchkins tasted good i wish it was served with a sweeter sauce instead of lemon sauce i had a very sour tart taste and i guess i like my pancake with a sweeter sauce like maple or chocolate.. i had teh huevos rancheros which was interesting..and my other half ordered scramble eggs which he loved.. our server was super good James! the total of our check was also affordable...good food for good pricing.",fake
8557,"My grandma spilled her hot coffee and when we told the waitress, she didn't do anything. We asked for water and ice to put on the burn and it took her minutes to get it for us. The restaurant is TINY; it shouldn't have taken more than a minute. The burn blistered and she has scabs all over her arm now. This was on top of below average food and terrible service in general. It took the waitress 10 minutes to even bring us menus and all of my food was overcooked.",real
13343,"Came here with my buddy Liam several years ago after attending the showing of Brotherhood at the Tribeca Film Festival.  We posted up at the end of the bar and camped out for a couple of hours and had an amazing time. I forgot about this place and stumbled across it the other night.  It is another perfect NYC bar, and one of the oldest dating back to 1817...just my style! Service was quick and we were well attended to the entire time we were there.  Very cozy feel.  Cool matchbooks with two blank music bars in case you feel like composing.  Also has a huge ship mooring hook outside...makes for a cool place to set your drink!",real
38546,"Reopened now! Yes!!! Atmosphere 3/5 - Pretty typical. It's big and comfortable. The bathroom is oddly located downstairs though and kind of annoying to get to. Service 3/5 - As per most korean places, they pour the beer for you, serve the rice, etc. Typical Food 5/5 - You're here for one reason: 24/7 delicious soft tofu soup. Soondoobu. Only option. Take it. Haven't tried anything else, and won't. Best drunk food (and sober) food in the universe. Had the maximum level spiciness level on the soup yesterday and it's no joke.",real
46192,"I have been eating here at least twice a month for the last 6 months and this place never disappoints. The homemade pasta is the best in the area. Everything is fresh, the owner is always there and it shows, everything is spot on.",fake
18068,"ended up with quite an epic breakfast experience here first of all, i do not like pancakes. but took a daring move and ordered their famous blueberry pancakes. i gotta say, i loved every bite of it. that in itself says a lot! also shared the french toast & omelet with my friends. french toast was pretty darn awesome cause it had banana & pecan in it. the omelet was nothing special. ""#1 breakfast place in manhattan""? so far, YES theeeeeeen, we ended up sitting RIGHT next to rachel bilson & hayden christensen! hah. what a pleasant surprise. im not even a big fan of theirs. we got a picture with rachel bilson and cause we didn't recognize hayden, we asked to take a picture FOR us! yeah, im sure he was prob offeneded. a SLIGHT regret! but, hey who knew this would even happen i don't live in NYC, but i'll be bak here the next time fsureeee",real
29201,"The service and to food were awesome.  It was a quiet, mid-week night when we went.  The place has a nice design.  it looked like they have a setup for live music on weekends.  Our server was respectful, funny and elegant at the same time.  She was perfect-meal was on time, wine poured and coffee brewing at the end.  The owner/chef came out at the end of our meal, and we had a little chat with him and thanked him for the food.  It seemed that he put genuine care and attention into making everything.  I asked him about how badly the geese are treated who become the foie gras, and he shared with me the farm in upstate NY and encouraged me to google and research as I liked about it.  I still strongly feel that don't want to consume a being that was tortured in that way, but I appreciated his openness in talking to me.  Now for the food--I had the salmon and the bread pudding.  Both were mouth wateringly satisfying.  I love that they had bread pudding on the dessert menu.  We brought a bottle of wine and had water with the meal.  I had coffee with dessert.  It was a great meal.",real
1504,Can get more meat at other steakhouses in the city.,real
23529,"Every time we go here, we get tapas. You can never go wrong with that. We love the chicken lollipops and many other of the tapas. The sangria list is very good as well, but be sure to remember to bring your own wine!",real
36950,"Was in the mood for some breakfast for dinner so I came across Stack Pancake and Steak House. Walked in and was immediately greeted by owner and staff. Had a hard time deciding what order as they offer a wide variety of things. Ultimately went with the Belgian waffle with fresh strawberries and a fresh feta and spinach omelette with a stack of pancakes to-go. Prices are comparative to other breakfast spots. Within a few minutes of placing my order, I was out the door. BIG plus! The waffle was light but not as crispy as I like it. Still, it was very tasty. The omelette was nicely sized and the pancakes were better than the waffle. They were light and fluffy. They also packed some whipped butter in my bag - definitely better than other places that serve regular yellow butter. The place is quaint and spacious though, from the outside, it's hard to tell. Great pancakes and fast and friendly service...I would recommend Stack Pancake to anyone hoping to locally grub on breakfast. Looking forward to dining in and trying other dishes out.",real
35982,"Great pizza, much better than just a run-of-the-mill Philly pizza place.  But what is the staff's deal?!?!  I've never seen a more unhappy-looking group of people at a work establishment, and the counter girls are some of the meanest, downright unpleasant people I've experienced.  Nowadays I will only order delivery so as to avoid all these curmudgeons",fake
9367,"Pig and Khao, with its open kitchen, is a vibrant restaurant which does not cost an arm and a leg. The food is very sophisticated, creative and, more importantly, extremely delicious. It is evident that much thought and intelligence went into every dish bringing Filipino and Thai food to a whole new level. Pig and Khao is an excellent culinary experience. Talk about getting the most bang for your buck! Check it out for yourself and you will see what I mean. And have fun.",real
48365,"nice, charming nook with clean light pine tables.  my friend went with the ""classic sandwich,"" and me being adventurous went with the ""grilled pork patties sandwich.""  they were both delicious, but it pays to be a bit adventurous.  the french bread has nice crunch without breaking your teeth.  the combination of grilled pork, crisp veggies, red sauce with a spread of pate was scrumptious! the vietnamese iced espresso was chill, strong, slow pulled, to top off a glorious nyc spring sunday.",real
38653,Worst place to get South Indian food!!! I went here for Thursday night Dosa special. It was pricy and the food including dosas tasted like mud. No idlis...wow! I complained to the owner but he was very defensive about their preparation and not at all customer caring. Please don't go here to waste your money....better make dosa at home.,fake
26451,"Awesome brunch place! Was visiting a friend in Philly and she insisted that we check out Sabrina's for brunch. So happy we did! Came here with 4 other friends and we all left stuffed and happy! I was so impressed with the brunch menu and I loved all the quirky election themed names of the brunch special. I have to admit I was slightly disappointed in my omelette, I got the lox and onion and was underwhelmed. However I helped myself to my friends dishes and loved it. The highlights for me were the french toast and romneys fitness omelette. Sooo good! I will definitely be back when I am in Philly again.",real
19027,"I'm not a vegetarian, nor do I have any other experience with dosas, but the dosas I ate here are very good. I enjoyed every last bit of the food I got.  I liked the sauces, and bits of coconuts that came with my dosa.   Next time I'll have to come back early before the guy runs out of the singapore noodles and give those a shot.",real
48056,"I went to this place with a restaurant deal and really did not know what to expect...the reason why this was three instead of four, was that the place did not have that many waiters... The steak was excellent and full of flavor..the drinks were wonderful and I learned about a new sparkling wine called CAVA... The appetizer was okay...I ordered the buffalo shrimp and it was heated up shrimp tossed in hot sauce...okay and kinda mediocre, almost to a turn off... The decor was very dark and you really couldn't see the decorations, which kind of creeped me out...overall I will go back for the entree and drinks",real
48585,"On a Saturday night we had a reservation for 14 (with 3 kids). The food was very tasty. Also, the service was fast.  A great experience!!",real
23751,"This Portuguese restaurant was pretty forgettable, the paella was meh with the service to match.  Won't be going again.",real
12828,"This review is for takeout only, though with the really nice decor inside, I think this would be a great date spot in this area. Anyway, so my co-workers have been talking this place up for the longest time, so on a slow summer day I took a stroll from the office for a taste.  I got a 1/2 chicken and a huge order of yucca fries for less than $10, yes, you heard that right.  The chicken was great, nice and juicy and when you throw some of that green sauce on there, it can do no wrong.  The yucca fries were solid as well, though my only knock is I wish they cut them a little smaller to maybe get some more crispiness out of them when fried. If you're here on a date, get a 1/2 chicken, yucca fries, and an appetizer.  You'll have a pretty good meal for $20 before drinks, your wallet will thank you.",real
13650,"Update: Bumping this place up to 5 stars. This recent visit was even better than my last. The crab legs were meaty, succulent not to mention enormous. I ordered the Royale for two again and shared with my husband and this time we got it cajun style. It was much more flavorful that the traditional but not very spicy. I tried my friends who ordered the same but with the garlic butter and it seems that the garlic flavor sticks to the meat the most out of all of them. I am going to order it that way next time. Great service, very attentive. It was as if we had multiple people waiting on us. One kept coming by to empty our shell dishes, another took our orders, another served us, and other brought us drinks, to go containers, extra butter and lemons (gotta have my lemons!) and pretty much whatever else we desired. Came out to a little over $300 not including tip for 5 people including two royale's, one triple slider order, three appetizers (12pc wings, calamari, and popcorn shrimp) three sides (two macs, and one mashed potatoes) , four beers, and two soft drinks. At roughly $65 a person for top quality seafood I would say it was entirely worth it. My friends who dined with us love seafood and it was their first time here and they were really impressed with the place as well. Definitely coming back!",real
29974,This place did not meet my expectations at all. Heard it was decent from a few locals but I would disagree. Went on a Monday night and it was pretty slow. We had a group of six so it was automatic gratuity and so our waitress probably decided to not care because she was getting the tip no matter what. She never refilled drinks and just sat in the corner with four other FOH staff and they just sat and talked and completely ignored us. Instead of answering simple questions she told us to look harder on the menu. The only person who was helpful was a back waiter or busser. Overall I would never return on account of that crappy hospitality.,real
27704,I've been here three times now (twice for brunch and once for dinner) and each time I was not disappointed.   The food was always delicious and service friendly and prompt.  They put paper tablecloths on the table so kids can keep busy drawing - a big plus for us.   They have the most delicious little donuts for brunch ...a must try!,real
16341,"The hour wait is so worth it.  This is my second time here and between  the Banana Walnut pancakes and the Southern breakfast I fell in love. Even the orange juice, which is made in-house is amazing.",real
16604,Not worth the wait.  We had to wait for over 3 hours.  The pancake was good (crispy outside and fluffy inside).  The sugar cured bacon was okay.  The maple butter was too sweet.,real
25632,"Thank you Abner's for being so great.   The cheesesteaks and chickensteaks are delicious without being too greasy, and the service is excellent.",real
40145,"Place is more of a 3.5 star joint. We waited over 2 hours for a group of 4 on a Saturday night. The location is very cozy, and by cozy I mean cramped. Looks like the windows open to have a great ambiance during the spring/summer. Great drinks! I personally had the coconut mojito which was really good, only wish it had a stronger coconut flavor. The strawberry vanilla margarita Which my fiancé had was great. Great Flavor and the strawberry overpowered the tequila which was a plus. Apps: The guac was good. Chips were super fresh, right out of the fryer fresh. The salsa was pretty spicy, but enjoyable. I ordered the enchilada verde for dinner. Good choice. Traditional enchiladas smothered in cheese and verde sauce. The sauce was good, my only complain was the chicken inside the enchilada. When you open the enchilada, the chicken was plain and not seasoned so you have to grab the verde sauce to give it some flavor. Overall decent Mexican spot with great drinks. Come early because the wait time is brutal.  Will come back when the weather is nicer to give it another chance.",real
8337,"Pylos is a great place for a nice dinner with a few friends.  The service is friendly and accomodating and the design of the space is great.  I love all of the clay pitchers hanging from the ceilings.  After taking your order, they leave a warm plate of delicious pita like bread with a side of white bean dip drizzled with olive oil.  The menu has a wide variety of appetizers (Greek Salads,  Bread Salad, Grilled Octopus with slightly sweet reduced balsamic vinegar, meatballs, halumi cheese with grapes to name a few) as well as more substantial main courses (moussaka, braised lamb, grilled fishes,  etc).  This place is great for those who are looking for heavier meals, as well as those who are looking for something on the lighter side.  Two - three appetizers make a nice meal.  The wine list is also very interesting - it features Greek wines, many of which were new to me.  All in all, I highly recommend this restaurant. One thing to note - they don't take reservations for parties of less than 6ppl, but if you have to wait they offer to take your cell phone number to give you a call when the table is ready.  That's always a nice touch.",real
33374,"$16 for a burger and fries...I just don't get it. Very over priced...this is Burlington people!!! And the wine list drove me to drink beer...paying so much for a glass of mediocre wine makes me insane. Burger was ok, but a bit undercooked even for medium rare.",real
16664,"Came here on a Monday morning and my friend and I waited for an hour and half. The blueberry pancake with warm butter maple syrup was good- fluffy and correct consistency. Served warm and in large proportion. On the other hand, the smoked salmon scramble was good but nothing to rave about. The place itself was tiny, tables are awfully close to each other, be careful especially when you are getting up to the restroom. Tips: order take out and picnic in the park which is only three blocks away. If I happen to be on the other side of Manhattan, I would come early enough on a weekday.",real
44370,"A co-worker used to frequently run out here for an afternoon snack so when I was driving by the other day I decided to stop in for lunch.  Although I found the Manhattan-prefixes a little corny, I really enjoyed my sandwich.  The store was bright and clean and someone immediately offered to take my order.  I liked that they gave me option of sides.  My sandwich (roast beef with cheddar bagel) was very good.  I ordered a medium iced caramel macchiato as well.  At first sip, it was a little too sugary, but it was super tasty.",real
14471,"Great, eccentric bar. We always order the bibb salad with grilled chicken. Probably one of the best burgers in Philly with great beer on tap. Welcoming local joint to walk to in Northern Liberties or when you want to venture out of your neighborhood.",real
44625,"We ordered a bottle of Alpha Omega wine, which was perfect because we had recently visited the winery in Napa. Since it was late, the tapas style menu hit the spot. We had grilled octopus, short ribs, lamb bulgur patties,hummus, phyllo cheese rolls, chicken brochette and beef dumplings. Everything was delicious! We really enjoyed the ambiance, food and service. Highly recommend!",fake
24152,"Tried Juni for a client lunch 3 weeks ago and we were both blown away with the quality of food, impeccable service and price! Everything that was served was a work of art and each bite was divine! Deliciousness included: - avocado, prawns (Aussie speak for shrimp) and cucumber blossoms - hanger tenderloin with truffle - deconstructed pavlova? It wasn't called that but that's what it tastes like. I need to find the review that I read that said this would be in the Michelin Guide for 2015 as they were right!",real
16593,Finally tried this place and was completely underwhelmed. I did the breakfast for dinner (with limited options) and it's pretty hard to mess up a simple omelet with salad and homes fries. Maybe I will try again during their actual brunch since the Southern Breakfast and Chicken and Waffles sound yummy.,real
39343,I'm not sure why this place has a 4-star average.  Solid but nothing special.,fake
46976,"The michelin recommended items on the menu are incredible. Definitely order those- they are denoted with a little footnote. Other than that, I would also recommend the calamari, which was served in a great little portioned skillet. Also, how cute is the atmosphere? Very hipster asian fusion.",real
30636,"I've been to Get Fresh twice for dinner. The first time I went, I was alone. The owner was very attentive (probably because I was alone, ha) and helpful, and I had some amazing tacos--two fish and one vegetable. The best part: they were only $6! The dessert I had was pretty decent (baked hot chocolate), but was about twice as much as my entree. I came back several weeks later when my brother and sister-in-law were in town, hoping to introduce them to the delicious tacos I had a few weeks prior. Sadly, they were no longer on the menu. Instead, we ordered the vegetarian plate (comes out different every time), which was absolutely incredible, the mac and cheese side, which was also amazing, and some mussels which were really disgusting. They were undercooked and tasted too ocean-y. Know what I mean? However, it was BYOB (they're working on changing this, but we'll see), and a good time was had by all.",real
8426,Service is plan awful.  Want to get a slice fine. Order a dinner and you need to wait forever then find out it is cold.  Happen several times and not worth their high prices If you are from hills borough you have plenty of other options Forget them,fake
9137,"Came here with my fiancé and two other friends. We ordered the fried oysters, roasted peanuts, chicharron, crispy pata, cod fish in banana leaf, mussels, green mango salad, pork belly adobo.   Food was  good - amongst our favorite was the roasted peanuts (great with beer, wish I could take home a whole bag), pork belly adobo, and mussels. The rest were still very good but not stellar.   As expected with a restaurant that has self-serve bottomless beer, the ambience was fun and casual.  Unfortunately, their service wasn't very consistent.   The food came in spurts. Our mussels were served at the very end of our meal as if they forgot.  Also, when we tried to order dessert they abruptly told us they didn't have any (granted we were they very late but it still left a bad impression with me). Overall, it was a good time but I don't feel the need to come back again.",real
26240,"I have been here twice and enjoyed my meals both times. I learned a lot from my first visit which made things better for the second one! First time, we waited almost an hour...I can't believe it but we did. Then I found out about the call ahead and get on the list. So worth it! Second, I noticed people bringing in champagne for mimosas. Love that! So, my girlfriend and I brought a bubble and Sabrina's supplied the carafe of OJ. I have had the huevos rancheros which were great. This last time, I had an omelet with black bean grits. The grits were okay but overall, the meal was very good. Pretty reasonable prices,  if memory serves me correctly but then again, I did split a bottle of champagne with my friend!",real
38083,"good value, but suggest going off peak hours. Otherwise be prepare for long waiting queues.",real
14240,We were looking for a place where we could get in with a party of 6 right away around 7 PM on a Saturday night without having to wait. We gave Vietnam Restaurant a shot and could not have been happier with the outcome. We got in right away and had prompt service throughout the meal. We got the crispy spring roll appetizer which my wife and I thought was delicious. I got the shrimp curry and was very pleased. My friend got a crawfish dish that was excellent. I'm not from Philly and can't compare with the other restaurants in the area but I feel confident in saying this is one well worth checking out!,real
23343,We stop there for late lunch on Sunday. Foods were good as always. Red sangria was good to. The service is a different story. Many waiters running back and forth but there is nobody to take the order. That is not the first time but the food is worth the wait.,real
3511,"My dad used to own this place with a partner. Back then they called it Jo Jos #2. My cousin Fran has so many stories of the OCI that I can't begin to tell you. They lived not too far from this ICON in N.J. I was born and raised in Orange, went to school @ Bloomfield Tech. now reside in Roseville Ca. I wish we had places like this to go to. All the best to the owners and all I can say is keep up the great work. Joe Novinski",real
31285,"I had been pining away for this place for quite a while and finally made a short trip right down Whitney Ave. I went on a rainy night not knowing that it would be jam packed and had no idea that reservations were needed... Highly recommended for next time!! Parking was easy there is a lot across the street and also some street parking as well. Since the night I came on was raining, didn't venture to try the outdoor seating but it does exist. Had at least an hour wait for the bar without reservations which was fine I had nothing else to do. There is some limited seating towards the back near the bathroom. Once our spot was ready I was amazed at the menu. The specials of that night looked delicious but once my mind was set on one thing.... The party next to is ooh'ed and aah'ed over the bone marrow and the special salad. For an appetizer we had the charcuterie board which was phenomenal. I also had the French onion soup which was light and semi sweet just like I like it. For dinner, I had the bacon Mac and cheese and wow. Wow. WOW! It was amazing. And the portion size was huge, definitely enough for three meals! My friend had the bacon grilled cheese and it also was amazing, the bread it was served on was thick and soft. Of course, we saved most of the dinner and got it to go so that we could try dessert, which was an apricot pie with ice cream. It was heavenly. I also tried the house red wine which had a nice flavor to it. The decor is nice, the space is right and can get crowded if they are busy but well worth the visit. There is one tiny bathroom with almost always a line. I will definitely be back. Making reservations next time a must!",real
9112,"We went here for our friends get together and the food was really delicious. The place is small and cozy, and it has an open kitchen which is nice. The coconut rice was amazing, the vegetables and the papaya salad. The pork belly was little greasy and the ribs were delicious! I would definetly come here again!",real
32936,"This place is awesome! I liked the ambiance. The small space and the open kitchen make for a comfortable and intimate atmosphere. This would be the perfect place to bring a date. Let's start with the oysters! They have an east coast and a west coast option. It's like the oyster version of the east vs west rappers of the 90s. The oysters tasted super fresh and are lightly seasoned in unique and interesting ways. My date and I shared the Hamachi Tartare because that's how we do. It was really good. The hamachi had a subtle and pleasant taste and a nice texture. This dish had a little spice to it also, an interesting twist for a tartare. I ordered the bluefish and my date ordered the halibut. The bluefish was excellent, it was firm but flaked nicely when I pressed it with my fork. It was served with delicious al dente Israeli couscous. The halibut was excellent also. The outside had a nice crisp and the inside was moist, flaky, and light. This dish came with a great sauce called bagna cauda which was garlicky and rich and delicious.",real
10425,"Sigh, I like this place but have to say, I got sick of cops cutting in front of me in line at the deli for lunch.",fake
5243,"It doesn't even matter if you like hot dogs - you will love hot dogs after eating here. Also, best fries in the city. Well, I have to go, but it's been really nice talking to you.",real
28226,"I like that place a lot. The service is good, the food is terrific. Everything is amazing about the restorante.",fake
15996,"i have been going to clinton street bakery for years now; I have to say food is good but I think the hype took over the depth of the experience; We decided to try it on a saturday; After a 45 min wait, we were finally seated uncomfortably on the high chairs; that was a first bummer, I never sat there before; then I ordered the 3 eggs and my friend had the blueberry pancakes. the food was good but all the extra hustle and uncomfortable seating is not worth the wait anymore I think. Am I getting too old?",fake
29554,They have a store in Japan where my boss usually goes to. You can't tell where the restaurant is from the outside since it's in the back of a japanese butcher shop. Interior was cute and cozy. Food was o.k. and a bit small portions and they need to work harder on service. Will go see how they are doing in couple of months.,real
35899,"I'll admit that I was not impressed the first time I went to Blue.  However, I gave them a second chance and it was so good that I've now been back several more times.  The restaurant/atmosphere is great; it's very romantic despite being a little loud.  Plus, the outdoor seating area is gorgeous on a nice day.  I often get a very good entree that consists of salmon with oranges, strawberries, and figs.  They usually have an appetizer of burrata with tomatoes that is simple yet phenomenal.  My only complaint is that my husband and I often try to go there for lunch since it's so nice to go there during the day but they're seemingly always closed for a private party.  I almost wish they'd just say they don't serve lunch since they're never open during the day.  A few times there was a sign on the door that encouraged us to go to their sister restaurant Beso (which I also love), so we went to Beso and that was also closed for a private party!  It was funny once my husband and I had gotten some food in our bellies, but it was frustrating at the time haha.",real
31443,"Ever had buffaloed-rabbit with a home made bleu cheese dressing? I have, and it was great. Thanks Caseus! The guys and gals at Caseus really put a lot into their food. The menu is never the same twice, although a great staple item is the French onion soup, and everything, literally everything, will have cheese to accompany it. Often in really interesting ways. The only downside of Caseus is that my mother knows the owner better than I do, and therefore will pour him some wine and will ask him to sit down making it her restaurant find and not mine. But, so I was late to the party on this one, don't care, the food is excellent. Probably not for our lactose intolerant friends, but we don't have to tell them, cheese is one of life's little pleasures and Caseus shows it off elegantly, but very modestly, in all of its forms.",real
43649,"Good bread, good peppers and good service, but we didn't like the steak chopped up like ground beef. Tony Luke's and Chink's (now known as Joe's) are much better.",real
34965,"Finally, a different kind of Spanish restaurant! Unlike other Spanish restaurants that repeat the same old cliches, Salinas has several tapas and main dishes drawn from the food from the Balearic Islands. I've eaten at Salinas three times and every time I went, the food was impressively consistent and the place reminds me of a resort on Majorca Island in Spain. By the way, the picture doesn't do justice since it doesn't show the beautiful garden with a fireplace. If I want to impress anyone from foodie friends to colleagues or go on a date, I'd take them to Salinas without a doubt. ""Crujiente""  and ""coles and coliflor"" are ones that I'd recommend for those who aren't familiar with the Balearic cuisine. Also, try ""torrija"" for dessert - it'll please all your senses.",fake
15329,"The BF and I had Sunday brunch here today, and I must say that I was pleasantly surprised by how unbelievably charming and quaint it was. I attacked and destroyed the buttermilk biscuits that we ordered first. For our entrées we ordered the chicken and poached egg sandwich as well as the corn beef hash. The chicken was all dark meat, and was fried to decadent perfection. The chimichurri sauce that accompanied it was a very nice touch to add some extra flavor.  The corn beef hash was also quite good. The meet with tender and the potatoes were seasoned well. Overall, I would say that you would both be delighted to come back again for more farm fresh goodness.",real
18953,"So tasty, cheap, time-efficient, and friendly service!",fake
34725,"In the interest of full disclosure, I did go here on a Sunday during the brunch rush, so maybe they weren't at their best? The wait was over an hour, which on a Sunday during brunch rush, OK, but the hostesses seemed to have empty tables that weren't getting occupied very quickly, so that was a bit annoying. The pice is very reasonable, and the quantities are not skimpy. The service is average, coming around a couple  of times but not necessarily attentive. The food was just not that good to me.  I had the ""kitchen sink"" based on reviews and mine was basically a skillet of slop.  It was all put together in such a way I couldn't even find my eggs.  I think I might have been happier with another choice, but I'm probably not going back to find out...not because it was horrible, but just because I think there's better out there.",real
30373,"I love Juventino! This place is the best-o. The food is fresh, delicious and has a home-cooked quality, yet is not unsophisticated. The room is very nice, they have a great back yard area which is gorgeous when the weather is right. I LOVE this place for brunch. Best egg dishes, you can't go wrong. They have a great mixed greens salad which you can get them to 'supersize' if you ask, no extra charge (leave a little extra tip). Friendly staff, what's not to like! Muy Bueno Juvento, muy muy bueno. (I don't speak spanish)",fake
48393,"Yum! Best Gluten-Free Pizza in town so far!! We recommend the chicken Alfredo white pizza, or the buffalo chicken pizza! Yum!",real
20281,"This place is really cool and has a dark laid back vibe.  The food is good, too, especially the lamb.  They also have some kind of party room downstairs...maybe my next birthday?",fake
43547,"truly awe inspiring its good to be alive and eat a dalessandros cheesesteak pats, ginos, tonylukes, all others fail in comparison to the god given blessings of a real steak sandwich from... ..d'alessandros",real
42641,"Dessert menu is great, but the regular menu is just so-so. Skip the meal and go for the dessert! Easier on your pockets, too.",fake
16444,"It's pretty good, but I live in the neighborhood... ABSOLUTELY NO REASON TO WAIT 45 min to sit at the bar, and is this place plastered all over china...? If you've been there you'll understand... Pancakes are good though :)",real
17397,The secret to their pancakes is the butter maple syrup. It is to die for!! You just gotta try it yourself,real
2372,"Okay, I DEFINITELY like Geno's better than Pat's. I feel like people are in favour of Pat's because they are not flashy, but let's just face it-- the meat at Geno's is more flavorful, cheese is better, and the bread is not flaky and PERFECT. Geno's tastes much more fresh that Pat's and the service is SOOOO much better than at Pat's. Hands down my favorite in Philly! And yes, I've tried Jim's too... I am just a fan of Geno's, and that's that.",real
19254,Good place to go for buffet if you are in Essex county! 12 meal not bad. Service ok buffet can't  ask for much .,real
7331,"boyfriend and i went here a few nights ago. the atmosphere is crazy in here, with a huge chandelier, couches downstairs that wrap and wind around, and upstairs has basket seats that hang from the ceiling! overall its an interesting looking place indeed. now, onto food. we shared the lobster mac and cheese [which uses orzo instead of a more tradtional noodle, and has seasoned breadcrumbs all over the top] YUM, and the bbq chicken quesadilla [came with avocado sour cream, mmmmm]. both entrees were amazing, but the menu is smallish which may make it harder for a picky eater to find something right away. so overall, food was very good and came out very quickly. BUT the problem that i encountered there was that i asked for REGULAR sweet tea to drink and i was informed that they only carry flavored teas, so i think ""okay, no problem, peach tea please"" and boyfriend orders a raspberry tea. all well and good untill we get our bill and our two teas each and one refill each [four teas total] equals out to over $20!! thats more than the lobster mac and cheese costs! so we asked if this was correct on the bill, only to be informed by another waiter which was not our own that they DO in fact carry regular sweet tea and that it is the only kind that has free refills! so if this review was only food based, five stars all the way. but due to five dollar water and tea power concoctions, 3 stars it is my friends.",real
44828,Great atmosphere. I had the mushroom gnocchi and pork shank. The mushroom gnocchi are tough and tasteless but in a tasty broth. The pork shank was really excellent. I'd try it again but likely wait a while.,real
34231,"This place like its new sister, Dos Segundos in Northern Liberties, leaves much to be desired.  Both are cool drinking spots with a good bar area and have some nice outdoor seating which is always a good combination for a night out.  They both have a nice drink menu with plenty of margarita options. If you're looking to have a really great meal, however-  this is not the place to be.  For cocktails + chips 'n salsa, it's fine - for serious eatin', not so much.   From salads, to burritos to whatever inauthentic, generic mexican fare, execution is average and the taste is so-so.  On more than one occasion the guacamole has tasted way over-ripe - which is just unacceptable.  Not to mention, any extra fixings on your meal comes at an extra cost per fixing.  Penny-pinchers... Another gripe: for the size of the restaurant and the clientele, they offer only two single bathrooms.  Both are so dimly lit (to hide the grime?) and have no mirrors.  Bizarre. This cantina is the obvious flagship bar for this neighborhood, so it's always packed, Sunday brunch, Thursday nights - whatever, whenever so it can get a little crowded.  This place doesn't warrant a detour or a second visit - unless you're already nearby, craving an adult beverage and a lot of company.",real
45946,"Delicious breakfast only one block from the highline park, what more could you want?  Seriously i dont think you could plan a nicer way to spend an afternoon (unless of course you add a stroll through little italy, a visit to an art gallery show on new york storefronts, and end your day at a famous old italian pastry shop). Add cookshop to the list  of NY "":clean plates"" restaurants-- great food prepared from fresh organic ingredients.  The orange juice might have been the freshest I've ever had.  The little southern twist on some of the menu items was great (mmmm grits, and biscuits), but i preferred the scramble with salmon, chives, creme fraiche and a side green salad.  Everything looked amazing, tasted amazing, was amazing.",real
41436,Food and enviornment were excellent. Service was awful! Early Saturday meal with a non crowded establishment and it took the waitress 20 minutes to come to the table. Food was delivered and we had to track the waitress down for the bill.,fake
46150,"How fun is The Gorbals? Kind of fun. But not super fun. What do you normally do for fun? Gorbals is located on the third floor of the Urban Outfitters store in Williamsburg (ack!) and kind of looks out on the UO sales floor. What is going on here? Such an odd space. Does it ever get crowded here? Food was good. We family-styled it and there were lots of things that passed in front of me but this is what I remember: brownies. Lamb ribs. Grilled grapes (which I'm not sure I liked). Wine list with some interesting items on. The waitstaff that took care of us was on it and was friendly + professional. Some of the other tables weren't as lucky with theirs. So, the food was good. The scene is odd. Almost sad. The food was good. Some of the waitstaff need help. Let's go shopping?",real
41447,"I've been going to this place for a couple of years now and there is nothing bad I can say about Sweet Afton. I am a sucker for a great beer menu and an even better brunch. The mac and cheese here is to die for (do yourself a favor and add bacon to it, you won't regret it!) and the blueberry pancakes on the brunch menu were nothing short of perfection. That being said it's a great place. I liked it a lot. I would take friends here and dates... I'm just not going to become a regular.",fake
36721,"Very good, loved the tacos.  Lots of options. I was in the area on business, and found this restaurant through Yelp. I was not disapointed. Super tiny place, but great food and good price.  All that matters to me.",real
5223,"Really yummy hotdogs here! They're all different but delicious. I had ""the Michigan"" which is chilli, onion, cheese and mustard and it was amazing. The fries are great and they have different sauces. I had the ""serracha"" the lady said itd be spicy, but it was wasn't and was still good. My friend had ""pero caliente"" with chipotle mayo and she enjoyed it as well.",real
32662,"Never disappoints! Not a true diner, you won't find your basic diner items but you will enjoy the food.",real
6596,"YES. I love the basket chairs and the ambience. Not a good spot for an intimate conversation, but I like the diner feel. Service is friendly & laid back, and efficient. The continental salad is good. I had the lobster mac & cheese which is a definite recommend!",fake
13235,The lamb burger was delicious!!!,real
9670,"We went here on a weekend mid-day lunch - we didn't browse the museum, and we were really interested in the specific authentic Austrian cuisine.  For the interior design, the place was old-fashioned, high-ceilings with a clean chique look.  We were seated reasonably, but the overall feel of the place was rather stuffy. We ordered our wursts, which were the weisswurst and bratwurst - which were good, but not mind-blowing nor very memorable.  I've been to Berlin twice, and have had sausages larger and tastier.  Their choices were unfortunately bland.  For a cafe, I was hoping for a wide selection of beers, but it looked like more of a Western European motif of a cafe - coffee and sweets. In all honesty, I don't particularly recommend this place if you've been to Germany or Austria.  The interior look and excellent service are nice touches, but doesn't make up for bland sausage.",real
43806,"Best cheesesteak in Philly. I grew up on these. Great grilled onions. I have since tried Pat's (pretty good), Geno's (lame), and Jim's and all the rest. No comparison.",real
11586,Love it. The Best Dish Goes To: Beef Marrow & Oxtail Marmalade.,real
39805,Sandwiches was the place to go back in the day.... A friend turned me on to the "Italian cheesburgers" and after class at Katy Gibbs school we would always go and get one. Great! Fun! memories. Had a blast!,fake
5260,"best selection of dogs. Great, funky atmosphere. Reminds me of Zippy's back home (only they do burgers).  They have gluten free buns, which is great!  fries are hand cut. And the sauces! Garlic aoli was to-die-for",real
42485,"I'll start off by mentioning that I must have passed Hu Kitchen at least 20 times since it opened, the entire time thinking it was a new Chinese restaurant, before I randomly read somewhere that it was not, in fact, a Chinese restaurant. What poor marketing by the owners of this place.....or should I ask whether they've done any marketing. And what a terrible name for a non-Chinese restaurant. My 2nd ccomment is that the concept behind Hu Kitchen is, in fact, a very good one. The major, major problem with this place, though, is that their pricing is beyond insulting. I read about this in prior reviews but thought they may have been exaggerating this issue. If anything, they were understating it. I've been to the most expensive food stores and restaurants in the city yet I'm still in a state of shock at $22 per pound chicken tenders. Is the management of Hu Kitchen completely insane? Are they out of their minds? There is nothing in this city that even comes close to the prices that Hu charges. Absolutely nothing. It would be exorbitantly expensive even if the food was ""out of this world"" good. The reality, though, is the food is OK at best. Nothing to write home about. There is absolutely no way Hu Kitchen survives more than a year unless they radically change their strategy.",real
5185,"I ""used to"" rave about this place, but truth be told the quality of food has gone down hill and the service has always sucked. The only thing I can say is that for $5 you can get a very generous portion of rice and chicken/beef/pork. The beans are horrible, absolutely no taste. The servers are rude for no reason. There are plenty of them, but no one wants to serve. What's up with that? Should you go here, you can expect to be ignored or waved off. And if you don't speak Spanish, you can definitely expect others to be served before you. At the end of the day, there are so many other wonderful Latin restaurants around. Don't go here unless you're dead broke and starving. I would not recommend this place to any one.",real
7970,"The restaurant is very pretty - rustic and clean interior with clay pots hanging on the ceiling and even utensils that match the table. The food was excellent - everything we  ordered was fantastic: the meat sausage, baked giant beans, moussaka, and for dessert phyllo with custard and honey (excellent and I am still thinking about it!). Our server was very nice as well. I can't wait to go back and try everything on the menu.",real
41833,"Great bar in Astoria. I came here after I so it featured in the Gothamist. This is my kind of place. They have some good beers and a pretty good happy hour. I loved the bar itself with it's dark setting and rustic wood interior. I had a Chimay which is not a park of their happy hour and talked to a cool guy for an hour or so. This is a great locals spot to enjoy a beer and some food, though I can't comment on the food.",real
10658,"Deliscious Indian food. It feels like you are actually eating in someone's kitchen. The family that runs the restaurant are very involved. The wife comes over to ""advise"" on ordering choices and will not so tactfully comment on decisions (ha). The husband came over after the meal to ask what we thought and chit chat with us. The Naan's are worth getting (garlic being the all around fav), the veg samosas are big and full  while the chicken samosas are more like a chicken spanokopita - lighter but still super tasty. Various lamb, chicken and goat dishes were all ordered and shared. The vindaloo was hell fire hot, korma sweet and coco-nutty, the jalfrezi was spicy and full of veggies and the rice was endless, light and cooked perfectly. Well worth the trip to this part of town if you are looking for good Indian in BK OR in general. I haven't had Indian this good in the city either.",real
43308,"Finally went here for dessert last night. I was in a chocolate coma afterwards, and it felt really good. I had heard a lot about Max Brenner and figured it was probably all hype. I felt the same way when I walked in on a Saturday night without a reservation requesting a table of four. The place was packed and I was told there would be an hour wait at least. I debated whether to go elsewhere but stuck it out. We were seated in a really small table (they apologized) next to a drafty door that kept getting opened (despite the sign saying use other door). However, it was easy to forget these things because our server was very nice and helpful. The dessert came fast and it was good. The menu was really overwhelming. I didn't know where to start. How could they possibly have this many options PLUS a regular food menu?? But from what I could see (and taste), anything here is a winner. It's chocolate, how can you go wrong?? First of all, I definitely recommend you order any of the many varieties of hot chocolate. They are all delicious. I got the Swiss white hot chocolate. It comes in what looks like a gravy boat. It was SO GOOD, if not a little bit too sweet. My husband had the chocolate chai, which is presented in a tea maker and very cute. He loved it. Having just come from dinner, we were not ravenous for dessert (if we were, I would have had a field day with the chocolate pizza or the churros). My husband and I split this molten lava chocolate cake that came with cutely-presented sides of caramel sauce, bananas and vanilla ice cream. This was after we were told they were out of the first chocolate cake we wanted (at a chocolate place??) The cake was hot and every bit as chocolately as you'd want it to be. Perfect for sharing, which isn't a bad idea since most of the desserts start at $12 and go up from there.  My friends split the banana hazelnut crepe, which came with a side of hazelnut or chocolate syrup and ice cream. They loved every bite of it as well. We will definitely be back. This place is perfect for dessert and very, very good.",real
44284,"Monday night 2 pre fix dinner for$25ea---- appetizer& spaghetti was small& just ok, then lastly(should can't second) came(2) the steak which was just a thin dead slap off meat& (2) the fish was under cooked.... totally not worth $60",real
42623,"The food is ok. But what can really make or break your evening is the service, which can vary from average (at best) to downright horrible (at worst). I have been to the place on more than one occasion and have experienced this first hand. The last time I was there, the waitress took a good 50 minutes to get my friend's order; while I sat and watched her eat waiting for mine to arrive. Ten minutes later (1 hour after the order was placed), when I finally asked her about my order (crepe), she apologized saying that she did not remember that I had placed an order!! And when I reminded her that I had ordered crepe, her very matter-of-fact reply was ""Oh..we are out of crepes"". So leave alone remembering what I had ordered, she did not even remember that I had ordered at all!! All this a good hour long wait. It very much spoilt our evening; I asked for the check and we left. The Naked Chocolate Cafe might not have as much to offer in terms of food, but scores over this place as far as ambiance (quieter), and service goes.",fake
42721,"Delicious chocolate items and so so dinner options. That's pretty much my thesis statement for this place. The chocolate based drinks were really good (chocolate martini was out of this world) and the fondue dessert was fantastic. As for the food, ehhhh, not great. The meatballs were chewy and hard. The mac and cheese was big but it wasn't great. The artichoke dip was good but relatively small. I would stick with this place for sweets and go somewhere else in the area for food. Plenty of better spots in this general area. Parking is street or garage parking. Best bet is to take public transportation if you can swing it.",real
13333,"Another great, chill NYC bar.   Came here after a night of dancing and it was fairly empty (it was close to 3am), but nevertheless it was nice just to have a seat, grab a drink and some food. MY friend and I were hungry so we ordered some mussels and potatoes. I also ordered a Brooklyn Lager. The mussels weren't that expensive and it was a generous helping.  They were good, but not the best.  The potatoes were good - they were like rosemary potatoes. The decor is cute and simple, actually reminded of me a bar I've been to Nice, France. There are crayons on the table to color and draw on the paper tablecloth. Cool little place either to start or in our case end the night.",real
43772,"I stopped in last night for the first time in three years even though I've lived in Roxborough all of my life and still do at the ripe age of 59.  This was my first time visiting since the new owners took over and I gotta tell ya that it wasn't up to snuff. I ordered an Italian Hoagie, which if you understand anything about an Italian hoagie at all, the one thing for sure is that it's not Italian without the oil. I don't care about provolne, salami, cudagine or capp, it doesn't matter without good oil, preferably olive oil. I had to ask for a side of oil even though I asked for extra oil...it was dry! What do these kids know?  Well, forget about it...lettuce on the bottom which is a forbidden since this is what you taste at first before anything else. It lacked that great taste that the original owners made happen. Even the whole cherry peppers in the Jug on the counter were soggy and old unlike the original deli's peppers, as we called the place in the neighborhood. I won't be back, even though the new owners will make their millions since what they have is good in most people's opinion but not 'Great' as I will always remember the original Deli's steak shop. God rest your soul Mr. D and family.",real
17922,"Mr. G and I enjoyed brunch here this morning. Note, though, that they open at 9am on Saturdays and they start putting names on their waiting list much earlier...the hostess had 20 parties listed before 8:50! The high points: (1) yummy brioche french toast with the perfect amount of bananas and pecans on top...the sauce was balanced with cinnamon and just a touch of citrus (2) Chorizo sausage was great (3) Mr. G gave his biscuit sandwich 5 stars. There were no super low points of the meal, but a few things that kept me from the 5 star rating...(1) For the hour long wait and steeper prices, the food wasn't quite as unique or vastly better than other brunch options in the neighborhood (2) the coffee was not great and wasn't refilled as often I would have liked...got cold for awhile there (3) I was kind of hoping for a pancake option with lots of fruit and sauce on top, and they only had the blueberry and banana walnut, which I'm sure are great but I saw them and they were not as covered with yumminess as I  would like. Worth a trip for sure!",real
23566,"i've never had a bad experience here.  great food, good punch, friendly service.  i leave here way to stuffed though because it's all so good.   i usually just walk in and there's never been much of a wait.  most the time, the service is great.  only on an occasion i feel our waiter could be slightly more attentive.   regardless, very recommended! but can they please get a liquior license! and start taking reservations...but liquior license first!",real
40196,"Went in with high hopes, so maybe my expecations were too much. Had the fish tacos, which tasted a bit fishy.  Guac was excellent. The margaritas had creative flavors that are subpar in reality.  Tried the jalepeno margarita which was spicy but also briny, and the regular margarita was not impressive (slightly watery).   Still in search of a go-to mexican restaurant in the LES.",real
31920,"Another great night out at the Lock Yard. Great selection of beer. Sat at the bar last night, ordered lobster roll and tater tots, which were delicious. Staff are friendly and well informed about their beer. Even the bathroom is cool. Looking forward to the warmer weather and sitting out in the back yard.",real
19852,"Best cheesesteaks in philly. Hands down..  freshly made ribeye steaks, ambrosia buns..  with cheesewiz",real
43839,"I loved this place.  It's small, personable, relatively fast and reasonably priced.  I would have never found this place if it hadn't been for the friend I was visiting, and of all the cheesesteaks she took me for during my visit, this was easily my favorite ... even if I did burn the roof of my mouth and a spot on my lip. Most orders should be to go, and sitting inside is a chore, but outside was pleasant even in late Sept.",real
44072,"I ordered a plain pizza pie, which was perfectly acceptable Americanized pizza. It wasn't gross (a step up from other Philly pizza delivery places), but it wasn't really what I wanted (ten steps down from my fav NYC places).  Sadly, I feel I'm just in the wrong city to enjoy pizza on the cheap. This pizza was too bready, cheesy, and bland for my taste.  I have the feeling though that this is what American palates are jonesing for these days. I'm likely the odd man out.",real
49699,Almond brioche french toast was incredible as was the duck confit hash... service was great and the meal was a delight overall.  We will be returning for sure.,real
5046,"I really like this restaurant...the food is always good to above average. Atmosphere is really nice. Unfortunately some of the bartenders care more about who's texting their phones than keeping customers drinks full. It's not all of them but quit a few. I will continue to go there, I'll just order my drinks when it's good for the bartender...not when it's good for me.",fake
3922,Absolutely wonderful roast chicken. There's not much else to say.,real
6560,"I really like the Continental. I've been here multiple times for lunch and dinner and it's always been a great experience. Cocktails are always tasty, never watered down (which can be the case in some center city restaurants). The lobster mac and cheese is one of my favorite dishes. It comes in a sizable casserole dish, with plenty of yummy lobster throughout and a perfect crunch on top. Service is always friendly and the prices won't break your wallet. Great spot to take friends and family on a casual weekend dinner!",fake
43961,"I am a frequent visitor to the diner yet I could probably do better. The food here is par  with every other typical diner, but if you are looking for something better, Town and Country in Bordentown is the place to go. The wait staff, on the other hand, is a huge hit or miss. Sometimes, I will stop in there for a meal and would receive immaculate service fit for a king. Yet, just as frequently, I will go in there and basically be ignored. The main reason why I continue to dine here is due to the fact that they are open 24 hours and I am a late-night eater. Plus, the food is always the same weather you are their for brunch or a 2 A.M meal. I recommend their soups for they are great for diner food. The best thing I can say about this place is that no matter what anybody's opinion is on the diner, at least they are consistent at it.",fake
640,"My girlfriend and I came here for dinner early last weekend - we hadn't made a reservation, and we figured that it'd be easier to get a seat than later, when it gets a bit crowded. There were a few parties seated at 6 PM, but nothing too bad, so getting seated was a cinch. It's a bit dark in the interior, but getting one of the tables by the window was money - the natural lighting helps the mood quite a bit. Service was quick, and the tapas came out one by one, so we were never left pondering when the next dish was coming out. The food itself was delicious overall, although I wouldn't put the overall quality at a 5-star level. Certain dishes were extremely well-done; my favorites had to be the croquettes, which blended melt-in-your-mouth potatoes with succulent cod, and the mussels, which worked extremely well with the paprika sauce. It gave it a bit of a kick that a regular tomato-based broth for this dish wouldn't give, but it wasn't too spicy to overpower the other flavors. The cured meats with cheese was also delicious; I don't remember the exact meats or cheeses, but they were all very good. Unfortunately, the other dishes were a bit forgettable. I don't remember these as well, but the chicken meatballs were delicious and very tender as well. The crepes with crab meat sounds like an interesting and unique concept, but the crab meat was nowhere close to what you get in fresh crab cakes, and the sauce that was drizzled on top of the crepes didn't really do much for me. I've had delicious tortillas in Spain and at Soccorat, but the one here really didn't do much for me. It was too potato-y, and I didn't really get a good taste of the sausage (which was allegedly in the dish). This is a different style of tapas than I've had previously, but it was still pretty delicious overall. You probably can order 2-3 per person and have a meal worth sharing amongst everyone. I'd come back to try some of the other items; most of them are absolutely delicious, while some are just average.",real
22140,"I went to this restaurant on the day that I moved into my new apartment on E. 10th Street. Earlier in the week, I was watching Martha Stewart's TV show at my friend's place, and Martha mentioned that she had had a lovely meal at Graffiti. I wouldn't have remembered the restaurant if she hadn't mentioned the address. The food at Graffiti was exquisite. The chef really puts thought into his creations. I began with a glass of chardonnay and watermelon salad with sorbet and feta cheese. Super delicious! I also had red chili and ginger-pickled scallops. I closed the meal with a chocolate-hazelnut cupcake with chocolate-dipped ""caviar"" (i.e., Rice Krispies). Yummy! Graffiti is for advanced tongues: people who appreciate flavor.",real
3091,I'm sitting here reading reviews for a few steak places in the ATL and thinking - why the hell do they always call out Geno's & Pat's.  I may have only eat at these places a combined 5 or 6 times but i know a tourist trap when i see one.  Two reasons to go to either pat's or geno's: A) You're a tourist and you think you know what you are doing B) You're smashed and riding shotgun in your buddies pickup truck while driving through philly.... Pat's scores a bit higher in my book - but we're not working with much. Both these places give me a headache.  Either shoot yourself in the face many times over - or go to one of the 300 other spots in the city to get a cheesesteak.  Delessandro's and Steve's come to mind - but there are a slew of others.,real
38871,"Super tiny, but that's okay... divey old-school, but that's okay... Random location south of Snyder, but that's okay. Dirty questionable environment bacteria breeding chopstick caddies, not okay. Personally I'm a stickler for thorough food area sanitation. Great Phnom Penh Noodles though - truly complex.  Shame about the setting, I wouldn't go back.",real
22581,"STAY AWAY FROM THIS RESTAURANT!!! POOR SERVICE AND THE OWNER HAS AN ATTITUDE PROBLEM!!! Food is alright and priced OK. I had a bad experience. I asked another customer to borrow a pen. The the owner (Dominic) went up to the customer and apolgized. The customer said, ""No worries, he didn't bother me."" Then the owner ran up to me and in front of everyone he says, ""You're FUC*ing with my customers. Go sit down and don't get up!!"". Everyone in the restaurant was like ""What's wrong with this guy?!?!?!"" I couldn't believe it. It would of punched him in the face but it wasn't worth it. Several months later, I saw him at the Montville, NJ Park (across from the middle school). I recognized him because he had that psycho mad man look on his face. I approached him and said hello. The said hello and had this look of shame on his face, then the changed the subject and asked for my name and if I lived in town. He introduced himself to me as ""Do-mee-neek"" (Dominic with an accent) then told me he lived in Towaco, NJ. He walked away (due to his shame of losing his temper on a customer for no reason). At least has the humility to apologize. Anyhow, STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE!!! There are other reviews with people complaining about the attitude of this owner. Scroll down and read them!!",fake
20672,"One of my favorite restaurants in the city so far.  Went for Meatball Mondays and had the spaghetti and meatballs, which were absolutely divine, down to each hand made thick noodle.  The meatballs were perfectly moist and well seasoned, the bread was delicious, and the warm buzz in the room didn't prevent us from hearing each other easily.  There is a downstairs area that looks like it can be booked for larger parties too - which I may do in the future.  Love this place.",real
41842,"I like this place a lot.  I'm not quite the demographic they are targeting (ie, I'm not particularly cool, sad to say) , but that's my fault. It can get crowded, which makes for frustration at times, but the drinks and food make up for it.  Also, the servers are remarkably cute and genuinely sweet.  Oh and they have a breakfast sandwich with blood sausage on it.  Whoop whoop!",real
9079,"This place was fantastic the first couple of times we went, but felt a little tired the last time.  The sizzling sisig, coconut rice, and the green mango salad are amazing.  The staff is cool and I love that the have cheap beer.  Overall, a good place, but I hope they keep up the intensity and get rid of their B rating.",real
48467,"Burgers are what we went for, and what we got! They were infact very good. The best burger I ever had? Well, not the very best, however, most likely in the top ten!  The cozy feel and service did also add to why one would try lunch here.",real
10996,"We finally went to check out Pho 68 today because it was storming and what better rainy day food is there than PHO? (Well, ramen, but you can't get that in CT). It was about 11am, so we were the only two in the restaurant.  We got seated promptly, and upon noticing that my menu didn't have the fun food pics, the server replaced my menu right away. Food: we ordered pho tai, bun bo hue, and egg rolls.  The pho tai broth was clean (not oily), but underwhelming.  It may have been because we were there so early in the morning, but the broth didn't have the complexity/depth like other pho broths in the area.  The tai (beef) amount was fair, and the noodles were perfectly cooked.  I also like my pho broth to be SUPER hot, and this was not. The side vegetables were clean, fresh, and a decent amount. Bun bo hue also had a simple taste, but there were tons of vegetables to add which helped to deepen the flavor.  It even came with a pig's foot -- which evidently, my husband likes (yuck!).  The egg rolls were not memorable, but the mushroom taste was overpowering -- but they were perfectly crispy and came with some greens to eat them with, which is something i miss about the West Coast style of egg rolls! Ambiance: again, we were the only ones in there, but it would have been nice if they turned on the lights in the restaurant for us?  Dim lighting for lunch -- not a fan. Service: simple & efficient - they sat us right away, gave us our menus, food came out promptly, checked on us once. Value: pho tai  bun bo hue + egg rolls + 2 glasses of iced jasmine tea = $26 including tax.  pretty good for CT. We also ordered a banh mi to go, but I haven't eaten it yet (saving it for my husband's dinner later).  While the banh mi was being prepared, we heard the death march bells: the sound of a microwave. Would I go again? Probably not.  Decent food and service, but nothing makes me feel like I want to go back here.",real
25630,"I can't help but feel that inspite of it's flaws, Abner's fits perfectly with it's west Philadelphia location. It may be a little grimy and rough around the edges, but it makes up for this where it counts. They make good cheese steaks, and that's the bottom line. It really feels like a neighborhood fixture, as they have more personality in a few faded photographs than the Chilies next store no matter how much goofy stuff they put on the walls. Additionally, the prices won't hurt your wallet, as you can expect to pay half what you would down at Geno's or Pats. The staff is friendly and the food is good. You won't loose any weight eating here but that's why it's good. If you want to double your temptation, they have a decent beer selection and sell by the bottle or the case. Overall, Abner's is a fine place to hang out with some college friends and catch some highlights on ESPN, satisfy that late night cheese steak craving, or exchange your basketball tickets for a free soda to wind down the evening.",real
46726,"In Riva has been one of my favorite restaurants around Manayunk, and now I love it even more with the addition of a pasta section. My boyfriend and I came here last night for my birthday dinner since it is very close to my apartment complex. We decided to order ""the mix"" cheese and meat plate and the 3/33 pasta. We are huge cheese and dried meat fans, and this did not disappoint. The cheeses we chose were the ""Ubriaco Prosecco"" and the ""La Tur"". Both were amazing and paired well with the accompaniments. The ""Coppa Piccante"" and ""Cacciatorini Piccante"" Salumi were both amazing as well. As for the pastas, we chose to do the sample of three for $33, and it was totally worth it. We chose the Nastrini with lobster, and it was out of this world. The lamb parppadelle was also amazing. The agnolotti was pretty good, however it had a strange lemon flavor that tasted a bit like raw lemon cake batter. Overall, I can't wait to go back and try the rest of their new additions!",real
9268,"This is not the level of food we are used to get by this restaurant group! So following a 2 star review by Pete Wells of the New York times and the fact that my wife and i are long time fatty cue customers, we went for dinner 2 weeks ago.First thing , there is no point going to places which receive 2 stars by Pete Wells. If this is the standard for 2 stars, we need to seek out the 3-4 starred establishments in the New york times. The service: hipster d-bag style. our server, did not know the menu items, did not make eye contact and was generally displeased with his job , so much that when his shift was over we simply began getting service from someone else. the food: beneath mediocre. i have had better Filipino take out. This place is all attitude , without the quality to justify it! No chef on the line, cooks texting on the line and showing each other pics... My sizzling sisig had so much kafir lime in it that it tasted like soap. watermelon salad with cheap store bought cracklings, the rest of the food ( 3 other dishes all tasted the same: fish sauce and lime and that's it. Not sure if we should return to the other restaurants this group runs. We will never return to Pig and Khao though.",real
8362,"We live down the street and wanted a nice weekday dinner for two, casual- but not too casual. We were greeted by a server, definitely an italian. He sat us where we wanted to be seated (outside) and immediately set up the table for us including fresh bread, olive oil and butter. To note: the bread was fresh, hot, soft and delicious The menus have seen better days- but we're there for food not to look at how well the menu was printed. We ate the bread, ordered, asked for bread to come with the appetizers - fried rissotto balls and the new zealand mussels. The apps came, the bread didn't- which is a shame because the sauce was probably the best marinara sauce i've ever had canned or otherwise! except for my grandmothers- but she's long since passed on. it was a bit of a wait before the entrees came, not too bad, but enough that we had noticed. We got the cappelini with veggies and the linguine with shrimp, both were hot and delicious. Good flavors all around. Generous portions. We then ordered desserts! I'm an authentic italian dessert fanatic and would have ordered one of everything on the menu. Alas- I ordered the profiteroles and the bomba. bomba was standard Bindi affair with canned whipped cream and hersheys syrup, same with the profiterole. - which is FINE with me........but.... . . .. . the profiteroles had green mold on the inside. - which i didn't notice until after i had taken a bite. I brought it to the waiters attention, he said that it came boxed so they can't tell what's on the inside before serving........... which means that it was OLD. Which then made me question the integrity of the entire dining experience. the waiter took it away and gave me a coconut dessert which was actually spectacular! they didn't charge for dessert and took 20 bucks off the bill. I was satisfied...... i won't be satisfied if i die by tomorrow morning, but for the moment i was okay with it. i will definitely give this place a second chance, just skip the desserts next time.",real
1182,"I'm originally from Phili and my kids and i used to go here all the time! Before i moved to the Washington DC area, we lived close by to Geno's. I know that theres this rivalry between Geno's and Pat's King, and don't get me wrong i do go to both, but i really love Geno's cheese steak. Its original and my all times favorite.",fake
47708,"Order the Sicilian slice. It's out of this world!! Many who follow me on yelp kno my love for great pizza, be it thin crust ny style, authentic wood burning Neapolitano style, ny style coal oven style and one of my favs authentic thick crust Sicilian style. Bruno's in Clifton was brought to my atention by my cousin Johnny who has been going here for the past 30 plus years since they opened. I was always under the impression this was a Mr. Bruno's part of the small north jersey based mini franchise but is not affiliated with them. Mr Bruno's is good, I hear the one in Lyndhurt being the best n quite similar to this Bruno's but I still have not had the opportunity to check them out. On to the PIZZA here at Bruno's of Clifton. The owner, who I believe is the son of the original owner mans the pizza counter and tends to the pizzas himself. His daughter helps with waiting on tables and some light back kitchen duties. I can't comment ln the regular pizza, As I have stopped by approx four times since May 2013, but can't get myself to order plain slices, when the Sicilian is this good it's just not happening. The sauce is what really makes this pizza, it's unique, fresh, tons of garlic but well balalnced all the way. It has a light dusting of what i suspect is pecorino on top. The pie is reminiscent of grandma pie style pizza, where it is lightly cheesed with mozzarella first on the dough and the sauce is placed no top of the mozzarella. The dough is very airy, light yet crisp. It's an outstanding pizza and won of the best in NJ for its style. And yes I said won, as it has won my heart and stomach and most definitely a believer!!!",real
37326,"Usually I wouldn't do this, but having read the rave reviews on this place, I feel obligated to give another scenario.  The food at Piccolo Angolo is amazing, not trying to take that away from them.  The people on the other hand are not.  Someone mentioned that the owner can be gregarious one day and gruff the next - this is exactly the case.  My girlfriend and I were regulars and tolerated the occasional brusque service because the food was good.  However, it's really hard to get in so we weren't there as often for the past few months.  We returned recently out to celebrate an occasion and had the worst experience.  They were hostile to us as soon as we sat down.  We ordered wine and a few dishes - the service was so slow and right before our appetizers came, they complained that our order wasn't enough.  We would have happily adjusted the order to please the kitchen, but not right when our 3 apps arrived - we didn't want to pile on excessive entrees to make them happy.  The kicker of this evening was the wine.  The waiter filled our glasses once and never again.  We paid for an entire bottle and got 2 glasses total out of it.  Look, the food is good and I'm not a picky guy when it comes to service, but after that night of treatment and not getting what you paid for, I'm done with this place.",fake
764,"The cheesesteaks here are okay, very fat and greasy but bland flavor. I've had better cheesesteaks in South Korea. This place's decorations is too flashy and tries way too hard to be like Las Vegas but is more like a thrift shop light bulb fail. The cheese steaks aren't that good. Also, the policy is also kind of racist. This place should fix up there place and there cheesesteaks. I shouldn't and went and I won't come back. The cheesesteak is also over priced. I live in a condo in Philly and I hate passing by Geno's. It makes me sick and I won't come back.",fake
2861,"This is definitely a tourist stop must if your going/passing through Philadelphia. I got the vibe that they don't like tourists so I would advise to order like a local. To get the standard cheese steak you must say, ""Give me one Whiz with"" Basically it consists of Italian bread, Grade D meat, Cheese Whiz and grilled onions. Its tasty but next time I think I'm going across the street to Pat's Cheese Steaks, I've heard they are better.",real
30211,"How did I live in Philadelphia for a whole year without going to Silk City? I didn't eat there last night but went to a party on Labor day eve.First off the DJ can get it, purely on his musical taste. I don't know who it was but it says alot about a place when they hire someone who does not shy away from playing non-generic tracks. There was alot of old school hip hop played, at times remixed (is that a word) to give it a different twist. The drinks were reasonably priced and the service forgivably slow (it was packed). Again, the place is racially diverse which is always a plus for me. The energy of the room was good- I loved the vibe.  The dance floor is packed with people who are actually dancing. No posers.The men seem to be polite and non threatening in their approach towards women. Umm yeah. Oh one thing I didn't like was the fact that it was sweltering in there. Well, maybe not sweltering, but it smelled a little funky. Like moldy. But I guess that's what clubs smell like. That and my friend had an altercation with the bouncer because we stepped out for   a cigarette break and did not realise that the bar was closing to new patrons - and therefore anyone who stepped out- so we got shut out. When she tried to ask him why we were shut out he sort of just yelled at her. While I can see how stressful it must be to work with obnoxious drunks every night, and patience does wear thin, it cannot go without mention that he was extremely rude without it being warranted. Tsk Tsk. Great Club though, I'd totally hit it up again.",real
45065,"Absolutely the best breakfast in Manhattan, a bold statement I know.  Get the eggs any style with hash and bacon and you'll understand.  *****However, if you have dark clothing on (a black suit, etc.) do not let these table napkins get anywhere near you.  They somehow leave a trail of lint on you that is impossible to get off when you have to attend a meeting in 5 minutes*****",fake
23915,One word Awesome! !! You don't already know you never leave this place hungry especially if you order the Rodizio.  And well.....thats what me and my family had.  If your a meat lover this is the place to go.  Service is great the food just kept coming that we actually needed to tell them we were done and full.  Its great when you have to tell your server to stop coming to your table. :),real
6817,"I been here before with my husband and had a blast but my most recent visit was with a group of 15. The place looks like you are stepping into the Jetsons and the roof top is really cool to sit at on a warm night. The decor wins me over every time I am here, it is futuristic. They accommodated us quickly w/o a reservation into 2 tables and the service was great! We ordered a bunch of stuff and none of us had any complaints. I would def. return, one of my favorite Philly spots!",real
34511,"Totally yummy. Love the Steak  & Eggs breakfast. a little pricy, but I don't mind going here during special occasions. Editing this review : Went here for breakfast today and was seated in the side room. It was only 9AM and they were playing rave music SUPER loud. Only thing I can complain about is that it was just too damn early for that type of music. It's a major pet peeve of mine. I couldn't have a conversation with my boyfriend because everyone else in the room was trying to yell over the music. HELLO: if you're going to be serving breakfast, please don't play such annoying freaking music.",real
41977,"LOVE. IT. my new neighborhood hang, the bartenders knew us by name after our second visit. good drinks and a reasonable price.",real
4490,The world's best pancakes (15 varieties). An old school diner (circa 1936) great food - 3 kinds of butter and great vinegar fries!! If you're in the Prospect Park area definitely a place to check out. A hidden gem!,real
18816,Pretty pretty pretty good!  Excellent crust and pretty good tomato sauce!  You can't go wrong getting a slice at this pizza place!,real
17287,"I really, really wanted to get there early to try and avoid some of the wait. But after a day of touring, we just couldn't wake up early enough. Got there around 11:30 am on a Saturday morning. We were quoted 1hr 30min. She misquoted the wait, she said when we checked on the list at 1hr 30min. Total time waited 2hrs. I wouldn't have minded but it was cold and windy. So, at this point you're probably wondering why I'm giving them 5 stars. I'm giving them the highest score because the food was amazing! My husband and I are breakfast aficionados. And this is one of the best breakfasts we've had. Coffee, juice(fresh squeezed/sweet), blueberry pancakes, and the biscuit sandwich. Tasting the incredible food made the ridiculous wait make complete sense. We had breakfast elsewhere the following morning and the entire time we were wishing we were back at Clinton St. Baking co. Really wish we lived around the corner from this place.",real
14764,"A tasty stand-by in the neighborhood, if at times a wee bit expensive.  It otherwise breaks down like this: Minuses: North Third, where fore art thou vegetarian entrees?  I'm okay with salad and sides, but you can do better than that. I know it.  The food I have had has been good, but it's tough to give this four stars when all 3 of their soups last week were for carnivores only and I had to order sides.  The staff doesn't always get it right (read: wrong salad) and sometimes misses things like thirsty patrons in need of beer refills, but they're not bad. The pluses:  what veg items they do have are quite nice. And the BF loved his meat-positive dish, so there's that.  The beer's good, the music at a good level, the crowd's remarkably eclectic for N. Libs, and hell, it's like, 5 blocks from my house.   In sum: Take a cue from your restaurantly neighbors, North Third, and start throwing this veg a main dish or two sans the meat.  Keep just one veg entree on the menu at all times (rotating seasonally, of course) and I'll keep stopping by to give you my money.",real
6969,"I have gone to the one in old city often and so I checked out the one by Rittenhouse Sq. The decor is totally retro and funky. You can sit in booths downstairs or booths upstairs and they have tables that have woven basket swings as the chairs. The menu is slightly different then the old city one, but not that much. I got the usual, french onion soup dumplings and the continental salad half order. Never let down always filling. :)",real
26781,"I've heard good and bad, but I have to give this place 5 stars based on my three semi-recent experiences here. I've been there on a Wednesday, a Friday (always a great idea to go during the week), and a Sunday, so I've had experiences eating immediately and braving the Sunday hour-long outdoor line. The food here has been consistently incredible. I'm a sucker for anything mexican in the morning, so I've sampled the excellent huevos rancheros and a special called the ""mexican kitchen sink,"" or something. On the two occasions I went with my visiting father he ordered the apple and cheddar omelet and swears by it. I've also sampled via friends the french toast, both stuffed and unstuffed, and both are wonderful. The peanut butter pancakes I ordered when I went there with my friends were equally delicious. I highly recommend trying this place out. The decor is interesting, the wait staff is nice, however rushed, and if you have anything less than a huge stomach capacity you will return home with leftovers.",real
9296,"Fried deliciousness!  My friends and I ordered a bunch of items off the menu.  If we had more people, I think we might've ordered one of everything. We started off with the chicarron -  dipped it in the vinegar.  Crunch crunch, num num num.  I don't know if anyone can ever mess this up spiced chickpeas - nice flavor... more of a filler.  For the amount of food we ordered, we didn't need to get this dish. grilled pig jowl - so tender, so sweet, a definite must get.  Don't let the word ""jowl"" intimidate you.  Cheek meat is always super tender and has great flavor. quail adobo was so cute and tiny... just push aside the thoughts that it's a tiny bird.  The crunchiness and the tangy sweet sauce makes this dish well worth ordering. The mussels were seasoned really well and it was difficult not to drink the soup Crispy pata was crispy and crunchity.  Fried and pork, what a great combination. grilled curry lamb - pretty good but since I'm not the biggest fan of lamb so I only liked it so-so. Dessert wise - it was difficult not to compare the food to what we had in the Philippines.  The turon was good.  The halo-halo had good toppings.  The leche flan in the halo-halo was pretty good too. Definitely go there for the small plates!",real
20727,"What a quaint little place...and jammed!  Which can only mean one thing...the food is good.  And it was :-) The truffle gnocchi is incredibly rich, but a must try.  The baked pasta was delicious too...perfectly al'dente.  And its always a plus when you have good service!  I would definitely go again",real
39831,I made a surprise random decision visit for my smoothie craving - I'm SO glad I did! Greg the owner is an incredible guy and I had a pleasant afternoon hanging out with the staff and other customers. I'll be back again and again. The soup of the day and smoothie were delicious ! Such a friendly and positive atmosphere .,fake
48010,"Stopped at this Old City gem for brunch this morning.  Interesting menu and such a great beer selection I had to get a flight of 5 (and liked them all!).  Good food, attentive service, and a cosy atmosphere in this former blacksmith shop converted to a restaurant.  They had their wood stove going on this snowy morning.  The food was priced to sell except the wine which seemed pricy ($10-$12 for a 5-6 oz class).  I would recommend this for tourists as it is just a few blocks from the historic area and just enough away from touristy restaurants.",real
28715,"I went here because another restaurant that I was looking for was closed. I was bit suspicious about this place because I never been here and not usually hang out this neighborhood. However, this place was awesome!! I ordered  curry soba and my friend chose sansai soba(I am not sure i named it correct) and those two taste so good! the curry soba was spicy but I am spicy food lover so I really enjoy it.. go here, no regret!",real
38396,"Good eats! $13.99 for a bubbling tofu soup with side dishes including kimchi, mashed sweet beans, etc., plus an entire small fried fish. I botched the de-boning process, but if you can manage to separate the meat from the spine, this is a tasty little novelty. Also, remember to crack the raw egg into your bowl! I've been places where they do it for you, but here there's no such condescension. One drawback may be the wait time at this popular spot. However, the restaurant is quite large and they move the line along quickly. Recommend arriving at non-peak hours. Even at 4:00 PM on a Sunday, there were a few groups ahead of me. Happy to have discovered Manhattan's modest K-Town, and excited to try some other places on the block!",real
41745,"I really do like this place a lot, but I don't end up going very often.  I'm not sure why exactly, because when I do, I'm always pleased. The Happy Hour is great...$4 drafts before 7pm Mon-Fri.  And the beer selection is always pretty awesome.  Last Friday I had a Smuttynose Cask Ale, a Singlecut 19-33 Lager, and a Victory Hop Devil IPA.  My husband got a smoked porter of some sort (I can't remember who makes it), and I actually liked that one the best.  I've also (on a different visit.  I'm a lightweight, I swear) had one of my favorite cocktails of all time here: the Oatmeal Martini.  It was made with organic house-infused oatmeal vodka with pure maple syrup and raisin puree. It was like an oatmeal cookie in a cup! I don't know if it's still on their menu, but I'd like to go back for that right now. We didn't order any food the last time we were in, but I remember the beer battered fried McClure's pickles to be pretty tasty.  I usually like a crunchy cornmeal breading, but these are made with a softer, more doughy breading.  They almost remind me of spicy mini-donut pickles!  The smokey sauce they are served with is scrumptious.  I tend to finish it even if I don't have any pickles left.   This past Friday night was crazy packed, which is not really my scene.  I prefer to visit on a more laid back weeknight or Saturday afternoon.  But if you're a fan of a buzzing crowd, hit this place up on a Friday or Saturday night.  It won't disappoint.",real
5270,"Not sure how to rate this. Have ordered delivery from and been to Underdogs several times before and while I've tried a few options I am über obsessed with the Chicago dog and would have previously rated as a 4-5. Unfortunately, when I went in today, the person serving me went directly from taking my order/money to making my hot dog- no hand washing or gloves involved. I was a bit grossed out, but took the hot dog home for lunch anyways. Halfway through eating I came across a short thick piece of black and white hair that most resembled a dog's hair, that was less easy to ignore. Wound up throwing the rest away, which would have been more sad if my hot dog had not tasted like it had accidentally been replaced with a veggie dog.  Sad to lose my favorite red meat fix.",real
44251,The food was delicious and fulfilling!,real
41681,"Candle lit, excellent beer selection, great food, and on Monday nights live jazz! Trust me, this is a great spot for any occasion.",real
33360,"We had a good experience at Bluebird.  Not mind-blowing, but good.  They were out of clams, which knocked an appetizer and a main dish off the menu.  They were out of the rabbit ""saddle,"" which I only learned about after I had ordered (who doesn't want to try a rabbit ""saddle?).  I also overheard the waiter say they were out of Bombay Sapphire gin.  So, I'm wondering what is going on with the ordering here.  They have a pretty tight menu, meaning, it's not huge, and there were no specials, so I would expect they should be able to do better inventory control.   Nevertheless, I had a slow-cooked flatiron, which was excellent.  Super tender, with mashed potatoes and roasted carrots.  The carrots were a tiny bit undercooked, but not terribly so.  My wife had an oyster-stuffed filet of sole, which she loved.  It's not often you get a piece of stuffed fish that isn't way heavy on the breading.   For dessert, I had a cranberry cake, which was very tasty.  She had something called an ""affogatto,"" which was ice cream with a piece of cooked dough.  The dough was tough and chewy, so it wasn't winning any awards.   We have been here before for brunch and it was good.  There was barely anyone there at 6pm, but by 6:30, the place was hopping, and the atmosphere was nice.  We'll go back.  Rabbit saddle?",real
36016,The bread that comes with the salad is fantastic! Always fresh and warm. I assume it's freshly made on site.,real
2862,"I wasn't impressed at all, then again I like provolone on my cheese steak.  Parking is a pain, but I did get right next to the place.  I lived outside Philly for five years and never tried the place until this year when I went back for a visit.  Geno wasn't mean though.  The line went quickly but dang the parking.  (I'm from California, I can't parallel park on the left!!!!) ***I must admit though that I went up to order and was like, ""UH... I don't know how to order.""  And they did not yell at me.  But I was smiling.",real
7642,So impressed with pylos. Could tell word was out this was upscale Greek food in the EV because lots of older patrons were cabbing downtown to eat here. The spreads were phenomenal and the octopus was no slouch. I don't know why more isn't written about pylos...take a date or have a nice family meal here!,real
10562,"This is the best indian food I have ever had -period - and my boyfriend and I love love love indian food. The prices were reasonable (our bill came out to be $29 with two entrees and garlic naan [the BEST i've ever had oh my god], plus they kept refilling our poppadom) and the service was super friendly. I had the shrimp and sweet potato (under Chef's Specialities on the menu) and it was incredible. Every time our waiter came to the table to see how we were doing I literally made unrecognizable human sounds because it was too good to form words. Without question, we will be returning to this place soon!!!",real
24820,"Ready to head off to a movie in an hour, we sat at the bar for a beer and burger.  The $11 burger was dense and moist.  The beef is locally sourced.  The rosemary french fries were very good.  My friend Bill had the pulled pork and cheddar sanwdich with mustard fries.   We started with a grilled cheese and bread salad.   Staff was attentive and the food came out quickly.   The owner (?) was behind the bar and gave us the low down on the renovations from the previous Cuban place. We looked at the Noble menu around the corner, but I told my friend that I was not in the mood for $30 entrees.   I can see Slate as being a neighborhood, chill dinner place for locals.",real
24049,One of the best meals I have ever had in my entire life. I would give 10 stars if possible. I went here before the Rolling Stones concert and fell in love with this place from the moment I walked in. The atmosphere is awesome and the service is perfect. Everyone is really friendly. GET THE RODIZIO. You may think you want to try something else but GET THE RODIZIO. I had so many different cuts of meat and they were all cooked perfectly. I can't wait to come back here. The prices are very reasonable for the amount of food you get.,real
5946,"Food was great,atmosphere great....waitress a little abrupt but fast",real
17940,"After eating here a few weeks ago on another trip to NY and having one of the best breakfasts I have ever had, coming back here was a no brainer. Got the amazing pancakes and eggs benedict. Once again I will say that these are the best pancakes in the world. Seriously, what do they put in these and can I get the recipe??? Added a Bloody Mary to my order and was equally impressed with the house made BM mix and floating pepper throughout my pint glass. Enjoy!",real
7811,"We arrived expecting great things given the other reviews... For traditional Greek fare, they did a good job, for example their meatball appetizer was excellent...for less traditional plates,,the results were mixed...so stick to the moussaka and the pastitchio. Their wines were very good and well priced. Our waiter was delightful and eager to please.",real
7915,"A true gem! My boyfriend and I have walked down E 7th countless times and never really noticed Pylos among all the other restaurants on the block (but perhaps we've always been distracted by the bright lights across the street at Big Gay Ice Cream...). Thanks to Yelp, we discovered one of our favorite restaurants in NYC. We decided to share 3 appetizers and 1 entree. This was the perfect amount of food. To start, we had the stuffed grape leaves, fried haloumi cheese, and the grilled octopus. The octopus was grilled to perfection. It's SO easy to overcook octopus but Pylos' cooking was spot on. I was a bit iffy about ordering fried cheese but I had to give it a try with all the rave reviews for it. SOOO good. I've never had anything like it. Take a bite of the cheese with some of the accompanying grapes and pine nuts. If you ordered the grape leaves, dip it in the lemon sauce the grape leaves are served in! I never really liked grape leaves but Pylos has made me a believer! We shared the moussaka, which I would describe as a Greek lasagna except the pasta is subbed with thinly sliced eggplant and zucchini. Amazing! Sadly, Pylos' dessert menu leaves much to be desired so we decided to skip dessert that evening. If anyone has ever been to Jose Andres' Zaytinya in Washington DC, I find the food at Pylos to be of the same caliber. Can't wait to come back!!!",real
15735,"Mixed feelings. Food is good tasting in some dishes and very unremarkable in others. Service was trying too hard to please where it didn't matter, but was confusing and nonexistent when it did matter. Ambiance was the only thing that we really liked. From the Starr group restaurants in Philly this was the most disappointing experience for us.",real
13392,deff a great place to have a couple of drinks and eat.  real chill and low key.Their food is great ! especially those burgers i mean c'mon theyre  like heaven . It does tend to get overcrowded and packed later on at night. not too crazy bout the crowd but deff worh trying.,real
4847,"Why does everyone love this place? It's not even that cute...just cluttered and dusty, which I guess people think is charming.  I mean, I love the old soda fountain, and if you're just going to get an old-timey soda and a slice of pie, it's great.  But nostalgia only goes so far...you also have to eat the food. The spinach omelette is made with limp frozen spinach, the waffles are dry, and the ""fancy butters"" are dull.  The potatoes are remarkably bland, and the cherry-lime rickey is just ok.   They also claim to be the Tom's Diner from the Suzanne Vega song, which they are not.",real
44069,"I ordered pizza thinking that the name brick oven pizza meant a thin crust. I couldn't have been more wrong. not only is it not thin crust, its thicker than your normal hand tossed. keep that in mind before ordering. As for the taste, it wasn't bad, nothing to smack yo"" momma about.",real
15983,"OK but was not quite as good as we had expected from recommendations. Queued to get in (not unusual), tables too close to each other, overt attempts to up-sell us by waiter, omelettes very odd texture. However, lovely blueberry pancakes!",fake
36337,Oh nacho heaven!!! Big pile of cheesy goodness!! Lots of hot sauces to pour on. Oh baby gets me excited just thinking about it! !! Love Love love the carnitas nachos. I have also have the tacos several times and they are delicious! Tons of toppings huge huge stack of meat nice spice:) Horcjitta is a bit too sweet for me. :( I have been here several times and also I have tried several different Mexican spots in the East Village this is by far the best and by far worth the wait!! The staff is super chill and you can have an awesome time here. I believe they do take credit cards as long as it's over a certain amount. Its very small inside only one or two tables so it's best to take it to go however I would recommend grabbing some hot sauce before you leave because they have an awesome selection.,real
29252,Hands-down the BEST pizza in the area I've tried them all and the quality is ALWAYS consistent The slices are HUGE and always juicy The chicken parm sandwich is also huge and delicious Pizza night at my house every Friday with friends always consists of Puzo's pizza,real
27215,"better than bubby's in manhattan...and that's saying something. AWESOME brunch. the biscuits are incredible. the bacon is delicious. scrambled eggs kind of mediocre but smoke salmon on rye with cream cheese and capers? yes. also, 4 kinds of interesting bloody mary's...one of them with oysters on top! you must spend a saturday or sunday afternoon there with special people to enjoy this meal.",fake
9948,"If I'm being completely honest, I'm giving this place an extra star solely for the fact that they have the BEST brunch booze options I've seen in a while in this city.The only thing that would make it better would be a brunch buffet instead of a brunch menu. $12 for unlimited mimosas, greyhounds, sangria AND Bloody Marys?!!!!????!!! I'm pretty sure it doesn't get better than that. I had 3 and that's ONLY b/c we weren't seated until almost 1:50p. Next time, I'll be earlier lol. Now for the food! First things first, they give a complimentary basket of baked goods to the table and man, are they good! Lavender coffeecake, chocolate chip scones, & banana bread were in our basket. Yum! To be honest, the food here may be a bit overpriced for the amount that was served, but I didn't feel cheated. Partially because I guess that's the price you pay for farm-to-table ingredients, and also because I thoroughly enjoyed everything I ordered personally. I ordered the buttermilk pancakes and the thick-cut bacon.This was great! At first, I was a little annoyed because they wouldn't allow me to substitute the sweet potato hash for the sunny side up egg in the brisket dish, as I don't eat eggs. (outside of being baked in cakes, used as a binder in certain dishes etc.), and I thought the pancakes would be boring. I was WRONG! The menu online described the pancakes as having pomegranate accompaniments, but that wasn't what the menu we were given offered. The pancakes I had came with some sort of whipped basil infused cream, candied lemon shreds, and either lemon or grapefruit wedges on top. Coupled with the maple syrup, it tasted wonderful! The amalgam of flavors was pretty damned great...and the bacon..ohhh don't get me started on the bacon! Thick-cut, well-cooked and they give you a LOT of it. I was in heaven. Unfortunately, the other dishes we ordered weren't as impressive. My cousin ordered the country-fried steak initially. The steak was tough and was really lacking in flavor. We sent it back and ordered the beef brisket in its place. I'd heard good things about the brisket, but it was underwhelming as well and nothing like we expected. It came as a ""brick"" of brisket. It was cooked well, but it wasn't sliced..it was just a block of brisket, and the dish had no sauce to tie it together with the chilaquiles that accompanied it. Had she ordered the dish with the sunny-side up egg as described, that could've been used as the sauce. But since she didn't, you would think that they would've made a quick sauce or reduction to bind the meal. All they did was add some spring mix to the plate with a vinaigrette. We also ended the meal w/an apple shortcake dessert. This was just okay as well. The service was pretty good. Nothing to complain about in that respect. We waited about 35 mins for a table since we didn't have a reservation, but the staff kept us updated on the progress intermittently. The atmosphere is great. It's quaint and upbeat, albeit quite small and a little difficult to navigate, so it may not be the best place for large groups, unless using their event space. The restaurant was flooded with lots of college students, but hey, that's University City for you. Can't wait to try the Wayne location!",real
34606,"Heard a lot about this place and decided to check it out for myself. The wait is pretty long but it is worth it. It's located in south philly which you can't miss at all. The decor is very nice and the servers were great! I ordered the eggs, shrimp, and grits benedict which is really good! I can be picky when it comes to grits because it can be too dry or just nasty, but they did a great job! I would def. recommend everyone to check this place out. I know I am going back for more!",real
23538,One of the best restaurants I've ever been to. Amazing Cuban food and amazing environment in general. Definitely recommended.,real
48833,"This is the place to go for delicious, fresh suchi/ sashimi with great ambiance.  My family and I have been enjoying this place for years.  I wish they would bring back the Sunday special of half price rolls.   There are some items to avoid.  They use this mayonnaise based ""sauce"" that is disgusting ( and not very ""Asian""). I had to send back the rock shrimp because of this. We don't really do the habachi thing but people in that back room always seem to be having fun. The bar like the rest of the place is decorated and lit beautifully. I have been at the bar with friends for happy hour. The bartender isn't very knowledgable about mixed drinks and the bar was poorly stocked. However, the waitstaff in whole is gracious and attentive. The outdoor patio is great too.  It's just too bad it's close to a busy road.",real
35370,"I had lofty expectations of Salinas after reading the NYT article comparing chef Luis Bollo's style of cooking to that of Jose Andres. The food was good but it fell short of my expectations. Came here with a group of 4 and we got: TAPAS: Coles Y Coliflor  (brussel sprout & cauliflower) Pimientos Del Padron (shishito peppers) Gambas Al Ajo Fresco (sauteed shrimp) Trio Charcutero (chorizo, sausage & loin) MAINS: Paella Mixta for two Porcella (suckling pig) SIDE: Patatas Bravas (crispy potatoes) DESSERT: Tres Chocolates It's telling that the most memorable dishes were the side and the sauce from the sautéed shrimp. The paella was decent enough but pretty standard. My biggest disappointment was the suckling pig - I expected the meat to be juicier and the skin to be crispier. Maybe I got a bad piece but I had a quarter of the dish and the meat was on the dry side.  The tres chocolates to end the meal was pretty awesome. For drinks, we ordered two pitchers of Sangria. It was well made but I have to question how they came up with a price of $60 for a pitcher. Overall, the experience was good. I liked the layout of the restaurant and they have a nice outdoor space at the back. The service started out well but it got shoddy as they got busier. Our total bill was about $385 with tax and tip. At almost $100 pp I expect flawless service and amazing food but what we got was mediocre service and slightly above average food - definitely not worth the price.",real
25575,"First off, I have to say I came here to try the cheesesteaks (after all this is Philadelphia and you have to find the right cheesesteak spot).  I must say I wasn't disappointed. The cheesesteak was delicious.  Cheesy, greasy and flavorful; the way a cheesesteak is supposed to be.  It is a bit pricey, but you get what you pay for. The reason I did not give them a good rating however, is because they need to learn the fine art of ""customer service"". I came into the restaurant and I must say was a bit confused.  They people were standing at the far end, I was unsure where to stand to order since it was my first time and they were not acknowledging me. I finally spoke up and the gentleman came over and took my order.  I ordered one provolone and another American cheese (white).  When he was done cooking he gave it to another employee (a young girl perhaps in her 20's) to wrap the cheesesteaks up for us.  She appeared to be a young kid who was careless about her job.  I requested they label them so that I can differentiate the provolone from the white American.  She told me ""yea"", and threw them in the bag. When I returned home I realized she did not care and never actually marked them like I asked. When you are in the city of brotherly love you have hundreds of cheesesteak competitors, a little bit of customer service goes a really long way.",real
27486,"Just encountered the most dismissive and cantankerous hostess. Observed numerous open tables for two at brunch and was told it would be forty five minute wait, and abruptly walks away having never looked at us. My wife and I decided not wait and upon leaving, without solicitation, the nasty hostess comments ""Sorry we couldn't accommodate you right now.""  Speaking to us like spoiled children. Food might be good, don't know. Refuse to do business with a place that can't even be gracious on hello. Cross the street to Prime Meats.",real
13803,"I'm giving 3 stars because this space is fun and unusual for the city- lots of patios and ""flair."" The crab roll was ""eh."" I would go back an try something else, hopefully much better than what I had. Also, so pricey!",real
33721,"I go here all the time for my favorite drink, frozen margaritas, and my favorite food, steak nachos. They do those two foods very well. I've tried other things on their menu--burritos, tacos, and plantains--and they're good as well. Complimentary salsa and chips are great and much better than you can get in a store.",fake
13194,"It's like having a drink in your living room but you're out..what's better than that? I only had drinks on my first visit but could've stayed for hours longer. The crowd was friendly and the food looked good! The drinks were reasonable and one bartender (Eric?) was so friendly and welcoming - I wanted to stay longer just to hang out with him!! A great, humble, comfortable, historic scene in a city that can feel stuffy and arrogant. Love! Will make it my new go-to spot for city drinks.",real
3719,"Great corner bar, friendly bartenders, and relaxing atmosphere. This bar is the quintessential neighborhood corner bar. They serve my favorite irish whiskey, Clontarf, which very few Irish bars in Philly actually have. Haven't had anything but a great time here, can't wait to go again!",real
23478,"Charming atmosphere with good food at reasonable prices, and friendly, efficient service.  I only wish I knew it was BYO beforehand.  The food just goes better with beer or wine.",real
38419,"I don't mind to wait for good food.  But service is mediocre.  We had 7 in our party and we definitely over order.  But why are they so cheap with rice?  We ordered 6 Soon DoBu and got 6 half full tiny bowls of rice only.  I thought for every soondubu comes with one black clay pot rice?  Everyone was really happy with their soondubu.  I shared the mix beef with seafood and was really satisfied with the amount of tofu vs. seafood and beef and thought it was perfectly spiced!  I heard the guys raving on the Curry, so I would have to try that one day.  We also ordered... 2 - Orders of Large Seafood Pancake - Crisp to perfection and full of seafood 1 - Order of Kaibi - Very Tasty and perfectly cooked and pretty decent size portion 1 - Order of Japche - ? 1 - Bip Bim Bap - ? 2 - Beers Would have given 5 stars for food but why so cheap with rice? It was about $35.00 a person.",real
20994,We read the reviews on Yelp and decided since we were going to be in on the upper east side that we would give it a try.  Overall our experience was great!  We will definitely go back.  We got there early for our reservation and decided to have a drink at the bar.  It was only 6PM but the bar was filled and the restaurant was filling up.  The bartender was great and we also had fun talking with some people at the bar.  Then we sat down for dinner.  For an appetizer we had cured meat and cheese.  It was delicious.  Then for dinner I had the shrimp and my husband had the lamb.  We were both very happy with our choices.  Great spot!  Great night!!!,real
33364,"Had dinner here during a recent trip to Vermont. My husband and I started with the mussels which were really good, in a light cream wine/cream sauce.  For entree, my husband went with the burger and poutine - definitely a solid choice, while I went with the scallops & lentils - good, but not fantastic. The atmosphere was nice and service was attentive.",real
29903,"Oh man.  Really hip little joint, good food, love the vibe.  Probably best for groups of 2-4, and not at all busy for a late dinner during the week.  Looking forward to my next trip back to Philly to enjoy another meal here.",real
29599,"My husband was being very secretive as to where we'd be going for our anniversary dinner which was quite fitting given the location.  Honestly I had never even heard of Bohemian and when we started to approach a butcher shop, I was like what is going on?! Down a long hall you ring a door bell and you are welcomed in, assuming you have a reservation that is.  I really, really loved the ambiance of the place.  It is small and very cozy and makes you feel like you are in someones home.  The lights are dim, the furniture comfortable and you feel both relaxed and special at the same time. I highly recommend starting off with a cocktail.  They are not cheap, but by all means worth it.  Don't believe me?  Just watch the bartender meticulously make each drink.  He takes his time to make it perfect and beautiful and not to mention delicious. We opted for the tasting menu which seemed like a good deal. We were started off with  Vegetable fondue.  Doesn't sound too exciting, but it is presented to you in a glass vase filled with ice and topped with sliced colorful veggies that look like a bouquet.  The ""fondue"" seemed to have a buttermilk texture and was very tasty. Next up were the  Uni Croquettes.  Wow, really delicious.  The croquette was perfectly crispy on the outside and incredibly creamy on the inside.  The uni topping pulled the whole thing together and was quite decadent. Third course were the Smoked Meats.  Probably the most ""vanilla"" of the courses, but good nonetheless. Fourth course Branzino.  A large cast iron skillet was brought over filled with a whole branzino, roasted onions, potatoes, brussels sprouts, mushrooms and asparagus.  It was excellent and quite a large portion. Fifth course was a Washugyu slider.  Totally indulgent and super yummy. Final and sixth course was a Green Tea Panna cotta served with sesame sauce on the side which was quite refreshing after all the prior courses. The waiter suggested a sake for us.  It was an Ura-Gasanryu Koka Honjozo and it was excellent, I think the best I've ever had.  Super smooth and a bit on the fruity side. The staff was so friendly, they made the experience that much better. Now you have to know someone to get the phone number, my husband used his mad googling skills and was able to find it.  While I won't give it away, I'll just give you a hint.....think government.",real
12997,"Simple authentic Italian food. After a long time we finally had a great Italian pizza. Sometimes it's hard to find one even in our hometown. Price / value was also very good. We usually think of NYC as an expansive place to eat, but we would have paid the same at home.",fake
4054,"So this is a strange one.... Been here 2 times.  First time I came here for guys night I thought this is a top tier steakhouse in the city.  The atmosphere is awesome, very high ceilings and the bar goes all the way up with really cool lighting and decorations.  The most important part to me personally is service and I absolutely loved it. Our waiter Chris was very friendly, made some great suggestions, and gave us great details about different types of meats, so we can determine which steak each one of us prefers. The drinks were also really good..... The berry martini with the smoke and bubbles is really cool and definitely different..  Chris gave us his card after dinner and welcomed us back.  He even mentioned that he would do his best to be our waiter if we request him In advance.  If i rated the restaurant after this night, I would of given it 5 stars. However, there was a second time that I came here on a date.  The girl that waited on us was an amateur, she probably waitressed at some diner prior to being here. She wasnt friendly, and was clueless about the menu.  She even screwed up the coffee by bringing us 2 french presses when I told her I want 2 small cups of coffee. Instead of apologizing, she blamed it on me saying I asked for ""2 cups"", and still charged for both even though we only had one.  This place is still new,  and im sure they will filter thru all the bad servers within the first year.  once the veterans are in place this place will be superb. For now, im going to stick to coming here for happy hour and will save my $100+/person dinners for another place.  I will review this again in 6 months and hopefully my feelings will change.",real
4733,"This place was such an experience that it convinced me to join Yelp just so I can share its ""amazing-ness"" with others. Firstly, I completely agree that the line is part of the experience. While my roommate and I waited in the cold morning weather, we were served coffee along with samples of delicious sausages and pancakes. This aloud us not only to warm up, but it gave us a great idea of what we would like to order once we got inside. The people working there greeted us like family and the food was DEFINITELY worth the wait. We shared the pumpkin walnut pancakes (with the cinnamon butter... yummy) and juevos rancheros. I have to say that it was the best pumpkin pancakes I have ever had.... coming from a pumpkin lover this says alot. The juevos rancheros was equally as mouthwatering. We also ordered a side of the sausage, inspired by the taste test in the line earlier. The only downside was that our table was a little small and it is cash only, however everything else made up for those minor observations. (They do have an ATM machine inside) I have found my permanent breakfast place and HIGHLY recommend it to other as well.",real
46381,"Starting this little review off with an explanation. One night or day while probably at a Yelp Event or after a Yelp Event, Steph P. and I hatched an amazing super genius idea together. I'm not sure initially whose it even was but the idea was that I had an enormous amount of vacation days to use up from work and I wanted to play hooky and check out a few places around the city that neither of us had ever been to before. Then the idea blossomed into adding on another friend and going across all 5 boroughs and having each person pick a place. Whether it be food, drink, a store, museum, etc. It had to be a new experience for all of us. Thus, the FIRST ANNUAL BOROUGH CRAWL 2013 Idea was born. Bringing me to Stop Number 1 of Brooklyn: Scratch Bread. Scratch Bread is literally a window of a bakery on a street. There's no indoor seating. You take your bread and treats to go. Which was rough for being one of the coldest days of the year yesterday and not being sure when your said friends were going to arrive. I was the first one there and I definitely felt the bite of the frost. But I STILL was super majorly excited for this place and Steph P.'s Brooklyn pick. I noticed on the window that it said fresh bread was not available until the afternoon. That kind of majorly bummed me out because I really wanted just a slice of warm amazing bread. Meaning, I am going to have to come back for sure. Maybe its also my fault for not asking if the bread was fresh baked yet. . . . But anyway, we decided to go with their scone of the morning: Bitter chocolate with raisins. Not the most ideal pick. It was also mis-labeled with the shortbread, which was actually what Steph wanted. Team I was indifferent. Verdict of splitting a scone 3-ways? Worst scone I may have ever had in my life and it had a white blonde hair stuck inside of it. Both Cold and Dry, definitely bitter, not enough sugar or something in the scone dough, and tasteless. I've had a better scone from a freaking grocery store. I do hear their build your own grits are outstanding here though. I love grits. Not just like. I have a mild obsession with them. When I come back, I will up my rating and try something that has gotten huge merits from Scratch Bread. But for now, I just can't and I'm giving them 3 stars purely based off of its notoriety instead of that scone which really deserved 1 star. Sorry.",real
34910,"Food was awesome but service esp. Tge hostess sucked! After having sent $$$ on a group party, the hostess was very rude and asked us to leave our table. There were no people waiting, many other tables were vacant and we had barely finished our meal. We got up and left and they were extremely unprofessional. Food was amazing but will not recommend the place!",fake
33080,"went again last night (and had the same things because i'm lame!) and i would give this place a sixth star if i could.  definitely do not miss the halibut if it's on the menu, or the scallops, or the key lime pie.   oh and i was wrong - it's not cash only.  i noticed the stickers and i think they said they recently started accepting credit cards.",real
49860,"This place is awesome for real tacos and drinks with friends. When it's warm we go there 4 or 5 times a month and sit outside, but when it gets cooler we sit inside. It can get a little loud and on occasion I thought the tacos had a little too much seasoning, but every other time I've left so pleased. LOVE that the food is fresh and even the margaritas are made with fresh stuff.",fake
35183,"It was a beautiful night so I came to Salinas because I heard about the area in the back with the retractable roof. Much to my disappointment, the area was blocked off for a private party. I was so sad I guess I should've confirmed the area was open before I went to the restaurant. The paella was delicious! Probably one of the best paellas I've ever had. There were so many things in the paella including scallops, jumbo shrimp, chicken, mussels, clams, etc. Everything was very fresh and the rice was cooked perfectly. So good! We also ordered two tapas dishes including the pork belly and the brussel sprouts. Both were good but not as good as the paella. Not sure how the rest of the food is but giving them 3 stars due to not being able to experience the ""romantic"" and much talked about ambience on a rare 80 degrees night in October in NYC.",real
14272,"This place is pretty good.  I've been here two times.  First time I got the cubed steak (bo luc lac), a classic viet dish that was actually disappointing wrt my standards.  The second time I got the broken rice with shredded pork, pretty tasty.  I've never been to the one across the street so I can't compare them.  Overall it's a solid vietnamese place.  Maybe next time I'll try canh chua & ca co.",real
21478,"I work near Penn Sattion on 34th St and every day I have a challenge what I am goign to eat for lunch. There are not a wide variety of good and affordable places around the area. But I am so grateful to my friend who took me one day to Kobeyaki. He just said one thing: ""you MUST try the best burger ever"". Honestly I am not a fan of burgers cause it is quite simple american food: bun, meat, tomato, lettuce, ketchup. I should say my friend was completely right. I have never tried anything better. Kobeyaki burger was the BEST. It was juice, right soft bun, and kiss ass sauce that makes it so special !!! Now Kobeyaki has become my primary destination for lunch. Minimum twice a week I am there.  Thank you Kobeyaki for great tasty food !",fake
40146,"I came here one Friday night when I was bar hoping with a friend.  She had heard good things about the margaritas here and we wanted to check it out.  We started off by ordering one drink each and the steak tacos to split.  We were definitely not impressed at first.  I ordered the hibiscus thinking it would be as interesting as it sounded, but it was flat and boring - definitely a disappointment.  We were about ready to leave when they switched the bartender, so we decided to give it one more try, and we were not disappointed.  Not only were the drinks stronger, but they were mixed perfectly, and super delicious - definitely more along the line with what we had originally heard about the place.  The steak tacos were also SUPER good, and tender.  I would definitely try this place again.",real
646,"This place is amazing for so many reasons, namely the Flamenco. A must do on Thursdays and Saturdays at 8:00PM. The show is the real deal and it never gets old. Wanna impress a date? Friends in town? Just want a classic unexpected NY experience? Make a reservation, AND get there early,they get packed for good reason. The food is decent--your standard tapas at a tapas price. But you're going for the Flamenco, it trumps everything. Beyond the show the staff is wonderful. Attentive, good energy, down to earth, most of them Spanish from Spain. Just go. You won't be disappointed.",real
30532,"Such a pretty space, bright and airy.  We had a very pleasant dinner here this week. The garden looked lovely but it was too hot to dine outside. The stuffed zucchini blossom with goat cheese special was excellent.  I would have been happy to just eat that.  The vegetable plate entree sounded intriguing, sort of. The waitress explained that it was composed of seasonal vegetable selections as determined by the chef, and that if we each ordered it, we would each get a different assortment. Which sounded fine but she couldn't tell us anything about what that might include, so we all passed.  I had the cod with tomato rice which was fine. There was a nice amuse from the kitchen between the appetizer and the entree; alas I forget exactly what it was (maybe beets with a paremsan crisp?!) but I remember it was tasty. My 8-year-old had the chicken, which she liked but it was enough, really, for 2 adults. (little quibble here - I asked for the rest to be wrapped up and realized when I got home that the waitress never brought it back).  The dinner menu is not at all child friendly, so if you have a picky eater (fortunately I don't) there's probably nothing that will appeal to them.  That's not necessarily a bad thing in my book. I hate when restaurants with a good menu present a kids' menu consisting of chicken fingers or pasta with butter and cheese. I thought it was a bit odd that they don't offer sparkling water. Our waitress happily refilled our water glasses with tap water, but I much prefer sparkling water with a nice meal.  They had a few Fentiman's sodas on the drink list, but other than that, I think they only offered wine.  Dessert portions are small but actually just enough. I loved the raspberry cream.  I would give four stars but I found it a  pricey given that only one of our party of four drank wine.  I have heard it's better for brunch.  I would definitely try it again because the food was really very good, but I'm not in a rush to do so.",real
3541,"What a lovely little place.  Maybe it was the holiday season or the christmas lights but I loved the ambiance of this place.  Makes you feel like you traveled to a little cabin tucked away up in Connecticut or Maine.   And just as I was impressed with the ambiance, i was impressed with the food.  I'm not a vegan but their Kale burger is delicious.  It has a solid texture and a good balance of Kale and beans to make for a savory burger. Other favorite items include the Reuben, and veggie empanadas,  If you're with a larger party you only get two empanadas so better order more than 1.  :( Veggie wings seem to be a favorite amongst a lot of ppl, but I didn't really enjoy it.  It felt to greasy for my tastes buds.  But the brussel sprouts are amazing!!",real
34235,"Chorizo tacos on corn tortillas. OMFG. That is all. Oh wait, their mojitos are good as well! Minus one star for all the mosquito bites I got while sitting outside, but that's in no way, shape, or form the restaurant's fault. Just a minor glitch in my entire experience.",real
27112,"Kind of arrogant in the reservations department, as well as seating in general.  Drop the pompous attitude B.C., your country comfort food style is really nothing special.  Try Prime Meats down the street, much friendlier and more accommodating to their guests.",fake
8835,"Update on 11/15 (Original review on 11/14) After my original yelp review the owner reached out to me directly.  He was committed to understanding what happened and to finding a resolution to my concerns.  You can't ask for more from an owner or manager.  He cares about his customers!   After looking at reviews on yelp and seeing the five star rating, I decided to venture out to check out Bee Hive for dinner.   What did I order: 1.  Deviled Eggs - 2 2.  The Sandra 3.  Red Velvet Cake Verdict 1.  Deviled Eggs - Very good!  Perfect balance of ingredients. Recommend ordering these. 2.  The Sandra - Also very good.  Great flavor.  The biscuit was wonderful and I am speaking from growing up in the South.  The combination of the biscuit, gravy, and egg made for a delicious and comforting meal. 3.   Red Velvet Cake - When I ordered I asked how fresh the cake was and was told they are made at the restaurant. Not quite an answer to my question but I felt it would be worth the risk so I ordered a slice to go.  HUGE mistake - The cake was so dry.    I called the restaurant and mentioned the cake was very dry and the lady who answered the phone said ""I don't think we have a return policy on cake"".  That was it.  No offer to refund.  No offer to provide a new slice.  Nada. All in all the food was great!.  If you are in the mood for a biscuit or biscuit sandwich I would go to Bee Hive!  The service left a lot to be desired, but I am positive the owner will work with his staff on how to handle issues when they are brought up by customers.",real
20988,My favorite gnocchi place in NY ( so far ). Always great food... cute environment if it's warm seat on the patio in the back it will feel like you are in Italy. Really nice.. this is one of the places i come as often as i can!,real
41099,This was the best meal I have had in ages.  Everything was perfectly cooked.  I had the sea bass and toe sauce made me was to lick the plate but I am too much of a lady. LOL  The drinks were good and the empanadas were delicious.  I am a big maduras fan and these were perfectly done The space is nice and the staff is wonderful. I can't wait to come back.,real
23522,Stars for it being a BYOB in walking distance to some Montclair night spots. There are nights when its overcrowded and you're obnoxiously standing over tables or standing in the way of waiters waiting to be seated (There are some nights that they don't take reservations). The service is mediocre and so is the food. There was a time when their credit card machine broke (no signs on the door/no message from the waiter) and we were not informed until AFTER we received the bill... had no cash/no debit card. They gave US the attitude and we sat around and had to wait for it to be up and running again. I wouldn't call this authentic either.,real
29570,"I am hesitant to write this review, because I want to keep this restaurant a secret.  I've walked by it several of times, but didn't even notice the restaurant behind the butcher shop.  (I guess the secrets out now!) It's difficult to make reservations here in advance because it seems to always be full, but they were very accommodating when calling the day of to make a reservation (hoping that they get cancellations). Everything was cooked to perfection and I would recommend any of the dishes we had.  The most memorable was the beef sashimi, oysters, and sake panna cotta.  The dishes were also beautifully plated.  You almost want to just look at the dish for 5 minutes before devouring it.",real
21020,"This place is really a gem. It's a bit of a hike if you don't reside on the upper east, but I keep making the trek for the excellent wine, terrific service, and really quite outstanding food. Try the truffle gnocchi, it's off the charts.",real
2778,"Barely approaching mediocrity in terms of quality and harsh on the wallet (relative to what you're paying for). Don't forget the obnoxious lights, large crowds and the fact you'll probably either be sweating or freezing your ass in line for something you're going to feel bad about. If you want the full miserable experience make sure to head on over after last call.",real
38277,TOFU! Never thought I would love it as I am not (or thought i was not) a TOFU fan.  My friend took me here because she know I love trying different foods.  This place is so spacious first of all for a city restaurant.  I was not sitting on top of anyone nor was anyone sitting on top of me.  The food is divine!  I had this seafood tofu bowl that came out sooo hot it was steaming.  Then you crack an egg in it and it just cooks right before your eyes.  They bring out so many different pickings for appz....kimchi two different ways and many other dishes. I highly recommend this place and cannot wait to go back.,real
35201,"Salinas is beautiful and romantic, the service is excellent, and the food is phenomenal. You don't feel like you're in a small city restaurant.  Despite the fact that tables are close to one another, you don't feel like you're on top of anyone.  The plush seating and flowers everywhere give it a whimsical, romantic feeling.  One thing that's deceiving is that they say they have outdoor seating--this is only half true.  If you want to sit out on an open patio, go somewhere else.  The ""outdoor"" part is not separated much by the rest of the restaurant.  It looks the same, but has open slats as a roof.  It's still nice, but is not truly an outdoor space.  I'm glad that we just took what they had and didn't wait until an outdoor table available, because we were about 2 tables away from the first outdoor table anyway. Their patatas bravas are quite possibly the best I've ever had.  We also had the sauteed greens, which were crunchy and flavorful.  They were slightly salty for my boyfriend's taste, but I didn't mind it.  The chick peas were also excellent; they taste just like the ones my family makes. Their drinks are also delicious and innovative and can compete with the best bars in NYC.  The Duende and La Gitana were outstanding drinks.  We tried several different drinks and were not disappointed by any of them. I would not miss this restaurant if you like tapas and are in the area.",real
18663,"I didn't want much, just a square slice of pizza to take me through to the next meal. I got what I wanted. Obviously this place is popular with the after-work crowd.",real
40576,"Went here for my sister's birthday on Saturday night. Place is smallll (used to be a Chinese restaurant) but luckily we snagged the last table. They don't start serving dinner until 5:30 so we snacked on fresh guacamole and handmade chips (they give you free refills on chips- we asked for like 3 more baskets) and drinks. I ordered a grapefruit margarita and my sister had a mojito. Both weren't good- the mojito wasn't made right and my margarita was way too strong for my taste. So minus 1 star for the drinks. The food, however...oh the food, the food, the food. It was delicious! I had enchiladas de mole and I was served 2 big enchiladas stuffed with chicken covered in mole goodness with a side of delicious black beans. I was only able to finish half of my food. A nice plus is they put your leftovers in those expensive plastic containers I love so much- the ones you can re-use over and over. My dad and boyfriend both ordered the steak and for $15 you could not beat the quality or the portion size. They enjoyed theirs- I've never seen BF eat a steak so fast in my life! My mother had the camarones borrachos and loved it. There was a lot of food on her plate for just $10. Sister ordered the tacos appetizer as her main course and didn't have much to say about it- they were just tacos. We didn't order dessert as we had a delicious cake waiting at home ;-)  I'd definitely return here again!",real
37728,"Love, love this place. The food, the drinks, the music, the energy all fantastic. We will visit every chance we get.",real
48493,"We decided to try this place after ice skating at Penn's Landing...which was magical! Spasso's came up on Yelp as being the best for our current location.  Besides, we all agreed on a big bowl of Italian love! The atmosphere was quaint and relaxing. The service was impeccable.  The table bread and garnish was a nice touch. The food was fresh...the table ordered crab ravioli,  gorgonzola gnocchi,  and fettuccine with shrimp. The ravioli were amazing! The gnocchi was overpowering with flavor and lacked any color in the dish. It looked like a big bowl of mini marshmallows.  The gnocchi themselves were great. Needs something though The fettuccine was bland in flavor.  It was supposed to be tossed in a pesto alfredo sauce...no flavor!  The noodles themselves were great. We don't need to return since Philly has so many great choices.",fake
22153,"I wouldn't order here ever again! I called in to ask about delivery to my area the night before because i knew that the following day I would be having guests over and I heard the food here was decent so I figured I'd try it out. The next evening when I called I felt like I had to practically beg the lady to take my order AFTER she told me the prior evening they did deliver to my area. After she agreed to take my order she started rushing me through my order and, not knowing that I understand Portuguese, started cursing to another person that I didn't want my picadinho with pork! After I finished my order and I told her I was paying with my credit card she said ""I'm wasting my time we don't take cards for delivery orders"" and hung up on me!! My advice to anyone wanting to eat here, before you spend the 30$ required for delivery then a 5$ delivery fee on top of that; save yourself the headache and order some Valenca the foods GREAT and they are really nice.",fake
29829,"This place charges twice as much for men as it does for women on Saturdays. This is discrimination, pure and simple. I understand that they obviously want to encourage more women to come and then draw in more men on the prospect of having a lot of women to choose from. What about gay men? I have no incentive to pay twice as much to attend, and my female friend wanted to attend with me so we could enjoy the evening together. Are gay men simply not welcome? Get rid of this messed up outdated policy.",real
36472,"Place is closed as of 12/31/14. For this to show up as a real review rather than just as a tip, I apparently need to write more, so consider this writing more. I never tried the shop. I attempted to go there today and found it locked with a note on the door explaining it was closed for good.",real
49713,Really delicious Italian food and a very good wine menu,real
7966,"I love Pylos! As I just dined there last night for the fourth time, I figure it is time for a review. Bear with me, I have much to share: My  first Pylos experience was in August 2010 with friends who are Greek. I think we tried most of the menu. They loved it, I loved it, and an obsession was born. I've been back with my foodie parents, NY friends and out of town guests. Pylos has a great vibe and works for nearly any occasion besides a maybe break up (may or may not have been happening next to us last night). While some reviewers refer to the decor as cheesy, I disagree. I find Pylos cozy and inviting. I love the look of the pots hanging from the ceiling, the white walls, and the touches of blue. It is recognizably  Greek but not too in your face. Greek Chic might be the best description. The restaurant is on the smaller side and the seating (especially in the front) is a bit of a tight squeeze as the tables are close together but that is typical in this city anyway. The food and wine are consistently great! I have fun trying the different Greek wines. The majority of the bottles are affordable ($40-$60) and I've never had a bad recommendation from the waitstaff.  The menu is made for sharing with generous appetizer and entree portions . The pita they serve is the perfect accompaniment to their dishes. I have a special spot in my heart and stomach reserved for Pylos moussaka. Last night we had the anginares moussaka (artichoke moussaka), ta afreta keftedakia tis dianas (meatballs), garides ouzo (shrimp), piperia gemisti me kafteri feta (roasted pepper stuffed with feta) and christos towering galaktobourekakia for dessert. I think I've had the meatballs each time I've gone to Pylos and last night was the best yet! So flavorful and moist.  I mentioned this to our extremely attractive Greek-American  waiter and he said they were making them a little different now. For two people, with a bottle of wine, the bill came to just over $100. I wouldn't consider this affordable necessarily but we did order more than we could eat. The only negative  was that the service was  slow last night but not enought to be a serious issue. My parting advice to you would be this: -Make a reservation in advance  if dining Thursday-Saturday -Get a bottle of wine (or two) -Try the Garides Ouzo and the Moussaka",real
13026,"I wasn't sure what to expect but I really liked this place. I went on a Wednesday evening,finding a table was no problem and the restaurant wasn't too noisy which is nice for conversation. Additionally, the service was also very good. Our waiter was very kind and took very good care of us. As for the food, it was absolutely delicious. Simple, yet tasty. I had the Pesto pasta and it was awesome. Those shoestring fries really make the dish! Trust me! you need to try it out. Anyway, for the value, the quality of the food as well as the service, I will definitely be returning. This is a neighborhood gem.",real
44257,Never had Italian food the good. It was heaven in my mouth . Service was excellent and friendly.,real
42011,Move over Williamsburg. Say good-bye LIC. There is a new kid in the beer  scene is in Astoria-SWEET AFTON! What a scene. When I went to this place I was in for a definite suprise. There was wall-to-wall people. Beer was flowing and food was coming out of the kitchen like there was no tomorrow. The people frequently this bar are the up and coming that Queens has to offer; low key attitude with chill people. The antithesis of the poser hipster vibe that has overtaken Williamsburg. People are at Sweet Afton to enjoy themselves without having to deal with the pretentiousness that is prevalent in many bars both within the city and in Brooklyn. As for the beer it was really good. They offer a great selection for any palette and they offer a full selection of traditional beer garden cuisine. I had the fries with sea salt. Yum!! The only downside is that I don't consider Sweet Afton to be a full on beer garden. The 'garden' aspect of the place is waay too small and not big enough neccessary to have that experience. But I love being cozy at the bar and in the general dining area. So to all in the area I say please come to this place!!!,real
22248,"It took us some time, but we made it to our neighborhood bar. It's literally two blocks away and it took the pilot episode of Breaking Bad to get me out of the door. That show gives me the heebs. It's too real man. Like, crap! That could happen to me. I could have lung cancer and say ""Screw it! I'm making some serious cash fast!"" and it would be just like me to accidentally kill somebody with science. Hit too close to home. I digress. Truth is I've been to North Star Bar for a band once SIX YEARS AGO. Sea something. ... Crap. It'll come to me. Anyway, the venue itself was surprisingly big but small. I know that sounds not helpful, but it looks teeny tiny from the outside, but then you go to the back/side where the bands play and you're like ""hmmm. this is alright! commence happiness!"" Anyway I came here the other day, the bartender was nice, the beer selection was interesting, and the crowd was weird. A mix of people which was baffling and then realized it had to do with what band was playing at the time. (i.e. their parents came to watch them). There was only one working bathroom which sucks, but I would come here again on a rando night and just get a couple of beers which were mostly in the nice $5 range and chill out. They had a TV playing that White Castle movie. Ok. Nothing exciting, but nothing terrible. A fun place though for a random week night. It's the kind of place where you'd get to know your bartender well and next time you see him you'd say ""hey Joe! So what happened? Did you get your dog that medicine or did you try that herbal remedy instead?"" because you knew him THAT well. Love it. Sea Wolf. The band was Sea Wolf. Thanks google for coming up with it.",real
4422,"Maybe it's the Jersey in me talking, but Tom's having a 4+ star average on yelp is kinda crazy to me.  With the exception of some really good meat-related sides (fantastic turkey bacon and really good sausage), the food is just kinda decent, though plentiful.  The basic pancakes are just ok, folks, don't get so excited--I've got some diners in NJ for you if you need an education in the genre.  I haven't tried the fancy pancakes with random cheeses in them, to be fair. And the service/atmosphere...it is a beehive, exactly as another reviewer said, and the tables are practically on top of each other.  Moreover, the last time I went, we (two ppl) were asked to move from one four-top to another four-top (fine, whatever), but then the hostess kept coming to take chairs from the table we moved to, asking us to get up each time, without any sort of apology.  The check gets unceremoniously thrust at you mid-way through the meal.  It's already harried enough in there, no need to make it worse.",real
22178,"The service was great, the food was ok.",real
13111,"Welcome to Hartford, Sorella.  Our party of three arrived with a reservation and lunchtime to a packed restaurant which was awesome.  The menu looked yummy so we ordered food family style so that we could all taste.  We ordered the Diavola pie - which is spicy as promised.  It was delicious.  From the pasta menu we ordered the Papparadelle with osso bucco ragu.  The pasta was fresh but the ragu was almost missing.  We could have used more.  For salad we tried the Quattro Colore and it was great - very good dressing and fresh greens.  On the app menu we chose the fried brussel sprouts which were just a little too oily.  Less oil or fry them longer.  I don't want oil in my mouth when I bite them.  I wish you would have renovated the space a little from when it was Zula.  It's disappointing that, except for the table in the kitchen, there isn't a good spot for a large group of people.  And, that table is by a door, it just looks out of place.  And for some reason it is super loud inside.  Our party of three had to shout across a very small table to hear each other.  I would think that it would have been easy to install narrow booths to absorb some of the sound and to install a solid partition between the bar and the dining room.  With the entire restaurant open it just gets too loud.  There isn't a solid pizza place downtown and Sorella will do very well during basketball and Wolfpack seasons.  It's a nice option...but not for more than 4 people unless you want to sit a modular tables cafeteria style or at the round table in the kitchen.",real
44954,Love how the way they cut the chicken or lamb but bill came out to 12$ and I have no idea how. But overall it was good.,real
37692,"I've been coming here since it opened, a year and a half now? And I have to say Beco has the most consistently good brunch I've had in a restaurant,  period. The proprietary blend Bloodies are a knockout (i know for a while they were using Stoli as the house Vodka I wonder if they still are) I started with the Empanadas last time I came in and it was delicious, lightly crisp and with a lot of that homemade chimichurri on them I was a ship being wheeled out to the pad. I usually get the steak and eggs (nice price @ 12) but this last time I got the choose your own fillings herb omelet and my girlfriend got the scone and eggs and that came with a lip smacking little dish of Portuguese sausage on the side - get it! My omelet was awesome and the portions were plentiful. Coffee - lynchpin of a brunch is a standout here - good and strong/cafe con leche style. On a side note this place has aged well it has a nicely comfortable broken in quality like a seasoned baseball mitt now. I wish I lived closer it's a great asset for any hood. Saúde!",fake
1296,"While visiting Philadelphia we decided to try out both Geno's Steaks as well as Pat's. We stood in the line for this steak shop to be dissapointed when we finally got our sandwiches. The first issue we had here was that the staff was rude and short. I get it that you want to get the line moving quickly, but how about a ""hello"" or something more than ""ya"". The steak was greasy, the bread was hard, and the price was ridiculous for the finished product. Pat's was superior to this shop. In the end the only redeeming factor about this restaurant is that it served it's purpose in filling our tummies with average steak and cheese. The next time we visit Philly we may try this spot again, but we will have to see how disappointed we are preparedto be. Last note, your right, this is America but don't forget that this is a country of immigrants so how about you show some respect and remove those ridiculous signs from your storefront.",real
4391,"I just had the danish pancakes and they were amazing. Fluffy with a nice hint of lemon flavor.  We also ordered sweet potato pancakes and they didn't disappoint either.  I love that they serve flavored butters on the side.  We also really enjoyed the service and the ambiance.  Overall, great brunch place.",real
8002,"My boyfriend and I had dinner here last week and found this place to be sadly overrated.  Although the decor was nice and the hostess was very nice, it wasn't enough to make us want to return here. The waiter tried way too hard to sell us a bottle of wine that was more expensive than what we were trying to order to the point where we felt uncomfortable. Greek salad - delicious, but needed  a few more olives octopus - slightly over-cooked and chewy, I wish it came out warmer mullet - okay gigantes skordalia me psiti tomata   - good I ordered the whole fish dish described as "" classic grilled whole fresh fish, dressed with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice"".  The waiter said the fish was bronzino.  When I asked him how big the fish was (because my boyfriend and I wanted to share), he scrunched up his face and said it was sized for only one person.  The fish came out luke warm and it was more than enough for two people.  It wasn't dressed with fresh lemon juice.  It came with half a lemon. We ordered roasted potatoes, but we were brought fried potatoes.  We had to wait for the roasted ones.  They were tasty. We asked for a side of  tzatziki and we were brought a huge order of it. We asked to see the dessert menu and it was never given to us.  We received our check about 25 minutes after we asked for the dessert menu. Perhaps our experience would have been better had we had the other waiter.  He seemed to know more about the food, but the food we did have was nothing out of the ordinary.  We came because we craving simply cooked whole fish and it just disappointed.",real
14076,One of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants in Philly. The spring rolls are one of the best I had compared to other Vietnamese restaurants I been to. The service is friendly and the setting is nice. The prices are affordable.  They take reservations for large parties.,real
21493,"Really really tasty burger. A nice place ... But feels like a Tokyo Johnny Rockets .. That said burger, fries and buns are top drawer. Recommended as a good basic place...",real
45802,"Haven't had much here, menu isn't too big, but the yogurt granola parfait is outstanding. Love the fact that they are working the organic/sustainable angle. I give them credit for that. Can't wait to go back and see if this place gets another star once I try more things!",real
22990,"I love this traditional, great tasting cuban food! It's a little bit crowded sometimes and you have to wait for a table but is worth it My favorite dish is Rabo encendido (Braised oxtail in spicy tomato broth) this dish delicious!! Not to mention they serve one of the most delicious flan I've ever tried",real
26260,Great food and some old-fashion American service! Staff is very friendly even when it's busy. I had their signature stuffed French toast and it's huge! So bad for you but it was worth it.,real
16489,"Food is overpriced for what you get - I mean, it's pancakes folks!  IHOP does better pancakes for alot less and you don't have to be squeezed into a tiny table and wait 2 hours.  AVOID.",real
20266,"Great atmosphere - awesome wine list.  Get the flight of wine so you can try 3 reds or 3 whites.  Service is on top of their game.  What a great place for a date, or with friends who enjoy wine and small plates.",fake
28472,"I will not mention the Sopranos. I swear. When I lived in Bloomfield, this place was always in my back pocket of places to go. ""What do you want for dinner?"" ""I dunno, how bout Holstens?"" ""What do you want for lunch?"" ""I dunno, what about Holstens?"" Catch my drift? They have reliable, solid burgers and fries. Not amazing and not the cheapest, but always good. They even stayed open during a blizzard for those brave enough to venture out by foot. That was such a blast. Sitting inside a soda pop ice cream shop while sipping hot chocolate as the snow came down, it was like being in a Norman Rockwell painting. The ice cream is tasty and the chocolate counter has dozens of options. The staff is made up primarily of the high school kids in the neighborhood and they're all good, nice kids.   Pay at the counter on your way out, cash or credit.",real
27996,"YUM!! This place is great! Have been here on a couple occasions for dinner. The food is amazing, I'm not a big southern food fan, but this place is amazing! Must try the buttermilk fried chicken, and absolutely should save room for dessert, the pecan pie sundae is to die for! The specials have been great as well, my husband had the Delmonico steak and I have had the lobster (from the red hook lobster pound!), both were great. The only downside is they don't take reservations for small parties, so if you're in the mood for an early dinner, you won't have a problem getting a table, otherwise, get ready to wait!",real
23822,"Honestly I have mixed feelings about this place. Some dishes are great, others are simply not that exciting. The chicken burrito was very filling but lacked spice/cilantro etc. I recommend the beef tacos, comes with guac which makes it perfect. Complete with beans and rice. Chips are meh. When choosing salsa, do not be afraid of the labeling, the volcano salsa is perfect even though they consider it to be extremely spicy ---not the case.",real
49989,"Bartaco is a fun, trendy bar masquerading as an authentic-style Mexican restaurant. Despite being run by the amazing Barcelona team, the food misses the mark in terms of flavor, value, and portion size. The tacos are laughably small and sides are middling. The decor is slightly too upscale and modern; you never forget you are in the middle of WHC. Go for the drinks and crowd on a Thurs-Sat night, but if its a delicious taqueria you'd like, make the drive to Branford for the unbelievable Tacuba.",real
30650,Love. Love. Love. Watermelon juice - straight up and chilled! Delish! This place makes me feel like we are in a beach town having a vacation kind of brunch. What doesn't sound good about that?,real
34285,"1. Awesome jukebox selections. 2. Slow, but not unbearably slow, service works to diners' advantage when you're more into hanging out with your friends than you are hungry. 3. Large order of nachos is enough to feed a family of 10. Get the small. The food here is pretty awesome American-Mex. Lots of fresh ingredients,  flavorful and comforting all at once. This is what Taco Chulo (Brooklyn) should aspire to.   I'll definitely go back next time I'm in Philly.",real
9533,I had been craving peruvian ceviche for a while and wanted to try a local spot.  I ordered the mixed ceviche and papa a la huancaina.  It was deliciouso! The service was fast and attentative. The only down is that the servings were not large enough to take some home. I am used to going to peruvian restaurants that give you extra large servings.,real
23782,"All things are relative.  This is not a fine dining restaurant so the decor etc is really not relevant.  Its a joint... a Mexican food joint.  But the food is really, really, good.  So that's why 5 stars.  Free chips and good salsa also while you are waiting for your food.  Overall, for a quick Mexican joint, there are non better in the area!",real
16187,"Brunch is one of my favorite meals and hearing the rave about Clintion, I definitely had to try. Be prepared to wait at least 30mins if you're coming here for breakfast or brunch. After 2:30, the restaurant empties. Service was okay. As more my smoked salmon eggs Benedict, it was good but nothing exceptional in my opinion. The biscuit is flaky but every time I cut a piece, it falls apart before I even put it in my mouth. Also, most other brunch places I've been to, all the eggs Benedict come with a side of hash browns but Clinton doesn't (and for $18, that seems kind of grimy). We also ordered pancakes which were good but can be a bit overwhelming if you're not that into sweets. Overall, I had a good experience and the food was good but not worth the price or the wait.",real
27163,"Returning to NY where I grew up and hearing so many good things about BKLYN I asked my friend to take some somewhere that exemplifies the new brooklyn. We chose Buttermilk C and it did not dissappoint. Everything was spot on from the service to the cocktails to the menu. And, the staff is completely real. Would highly recommend this to anyone needing to entertain an out of town guest.  I love a place where making a menu choice for yourself is a challenge because you don't want miss out on all the great items they offer.",fake
29619,"Off the beaten path dining experience. Go to the end of the hallway past the butcher shop, and ring the bell, and you're in a small area (seats about 25, including 6 at the bar). The atmosphere is quite eclectic, with a mish mash of art, furniture, skylight, small wall zen-type garden, assorted chairs, and even a random drum in the corner. The mushroom salad was quite flavorful, but it's nothing special, and I would probably pass next time. The beef sashimi was divine. The bronzini was very flavorful, and the portion was quite large. The foie gras soba was pretty amazing. The wagyu beef burgers are pretty sizeable for being a slider and very tasty. I didn't try this, but the sea urchin bowl was rather tiny. The dessert platter is amazing. You get all three desserts (sweet potato creme brulee, green tea panacotta, and some kind of flan). The creme brulee did not taste heavily of sweet potato, but it was still good nonetheless. The flan had a not too harmonious blending of textures (the jelly in there seems rather out of place), although overall it tasted pretty good. Good place, attentive service, unique experience. Will definitely return. Oh and on your way out, be sure to remember there IS a glass door separating you from the outside. When I was there, a guy ran right into the door on his way out, with a resounding thud. Everyone heard.",real
9540,"Most Horrible customer service imaginable! They screwed up on an order and when we called in to let them know, Mind you we called the first time with no attitude and we weren't even angry, but they yelled at us and told us we were wrong, although i KNOW i wasn't (they've screwed up before) and hung up three times. Unbelievable. How hard is it to just remake one sandwich? Hell I would have even paid for the correct one if they let me. And im sorry WHY do they have 3 sandwiches with the same name!? They have no idea what there daily lunch specials actually are or what is in there sandwiches. They've lost several customers for sure!",fake
49187,"This place was fun, and I just got take out.  Talk about personality, the woman who took my order on the phone was the queen of the upsell.  While some people come off pushy and exploitative, ""OMG, you can't have a meal with no desert!""  Sketch was fun, I enjoyed every moment of our phone conversation and they seemed genuinely interested in me enjoying their food to the fullest.  I got a burger with the Wasabi sauce.  A little undercooked for medium rare, but luckily I love rare burgers!!!  Fun place.  Will definitely go back.",real
9824,"We went for brunch today and it was one of the worst dining experiences in years. Seated in the small room with us was an extended family with a toddler and a baby. The baby didn't stop crying and the parents changed the toddler's diaper twice -- once on the floor and the other time on a seat (had to be a health code violation). When we complained to our waiter and to the manager, the response was disinterest. They did not offer to move us or to compensate us as many other restaurants would have done in this situation. I will NEVER go back to the White Dog.",fake
29353,"Considering you need a recommendation and an essay submission in order to get reservation, it is a little surprising that The Bohemian is true to its name. It is a calm, beautiful, laid back spot with rotating art exhibits and a truly unique ambiance. Think a modern Japanese beach town. The staff is top notch, the other guests are always behaved and the chairs are comfortable. The drinks are some of the best in the city and the food is simple but insanely delicious and fresh and prepared with thoughtful intention. Once you're on their list they throw great parties, jazz boat rides, quirky brunches. This is a secret restaurant with the aim of having a pleasant clientele with a low jerk quotient. You won't find a ton of bankers and PR girls here, but a few models, some artists and definitely delicious food.",real
21364,"This place has so many good reviews, especially as a ""date place,""  that I was surprised to find that I had a so-so experience. First off, the staff was exceptionally friendly when my date and I entered, and surprisingly got us a table for two on a Sat night in minutes.  We sat in the outside area in the back.  So perhaps we missed out on the exposed brick decor.  What we didn't miss out on was the noise. It was so loud back there that we spent the whole dinner shouting at each other!  So overall, ambiance was so-so. As for food, it was good but unexciting. There were few vegetarian options for me, which is surprising this day and age, and really no vegan options. My meat eating date found things on the menu she liked, but neither of us found the food exceptional in any way. It was just good. Overall, this is probably a better place to hang out at the bar for drinks and bar food. There are lots of attractive young people and it looks like a great crowd. But anyone who wants pleasant dining experience and really good food should look elsewhere.",real
5986,"I've eaten here three times and found the food to be consistently very good, the service attentive and friendly, the decor and atmosphere cheery, comfortable, and welcoming. The mixed drinks are quite tasty, the guacamole superior, salsas with the chips above average- plus, they bring both a mild salsa cruda and spicy salsa picante with high quality chips. And the entrees....never had a bad meal here, nor have my dining companions. The enchiladas verdes were prepared well and, as with most of their dishes, offered a more than adequate portion size. The sides were good and appropriate. The people I was with had the pulled pork and the spicy shrimp. Both tasted great and offered substantial portions, though I thought the shrimp was a little tame given its description. The dining room is crowded and I've always had to wait for a table here....but it's well worth it! Best Mexican food I've found in Philadelphia.",real
28992,"I have been eating bagels from here for over 15 years - and they really haven't changed much.  They have great bagel sandwiches and breakfast sandwiches. Lots of different bagel varieties to choose from.  It can get pretty busy, but even then the wait isn't very long. It's nothing fancy, just a good bagel bakery.",real
10231,"We went to the White Dog for a late dinner, and the food was good. The meats were especially good. The deconstructed pot roast was excellent, and the flank steak special I had was really good too. I also started with a mushroom soup that was excellent. For desert, I highly recommend the Apple crisp. The service was good, and the local beer selection is excellent. The decor could definitely use a refresh, and while its not a ripoff, I would say its pricey. Overall, a good place to go if your near Penn.",real
31255,"I came here for the first time today and it was spectacular.  I had the bread and butter and the Mac and cheese.  The butter was a brownie strawberry cheesecake butter with 6 different types of bread.  I was a bit hesitant to try since I sounded pretty sweet but it was not overly sweet at all.  It was perfectly balanced and delicious.  The Mac and cheese was to die for.  It was a baked Mac and cheese so the top was nice and crispy.  Once you broke through the crispy layer you were met with an ooey gooey creamy center.  Awesome.  The service was super nice and very helpful in choosing the dishes.  Just a tip, it got super busy and I got there right when they opened so if you're planning on going with more people than would sit comfortably at the bar then you should make a reservation.",real
19202,"Ok, after hearing much talk and reading the reviews, I tried the Dosa cart today, a Thursday afternoon. There wasn't a very long line, maybe about 6 people when I showed up, but the wait was 30-45 minutes.  Each dosa is made to order. This may be fine on a weekend or if you're a student, but not so good if you're on a lunch break from work.  Keep that in mind. I was going to order the Pondicherry, a dosa described as lentil/rice crepe with potatoes and veggies.  I was able to get a good look at what the  vegetables were and they didn't amount to more than lettuce and small pieces of red pepper.  They were also not cooked. so to me it 's more of a salad. Not what I want in my dosa, so I went with the masala dosa instead. The dosa was cooked perfectly, not oily and just the right amount of crispness.  The masala (potato filling that is usually cooked with spices) wasn't spiced or warm and there wasn't enough of it.  You can ask to make the dosa spicy and that means you'll get a red paste applied to the inside of the dosa while it's being prepared, but this is not the same type of spices that usually are cooked with the potatoes. Perhaps it's a regional difference. None of  this made for a bad dosa, but only something I noticed that could be improved upon for me. The coconut chutney was very good with a nice spicy kick to it.  The sambar (the soup that comes with it) was pretty good. I also got a samosa, which was the star of the meal!  Densely packed with peas, potatoes and lots of seasoning (the aforementioned missing spices was very present here!), it was outstanding.  The pastry tasted homemade, too.  The mint sauce that came with it was excellent (I did not get the tamarind sauce unfortunately).  My mouth watered while eating this and you don't have to wait in line to get them! Would I go back?  Yes, but not while I'm at work trying to get a meal within my hour.  Not really possible.  I understand you could call ahead, though to place your order.  See if that's an option.",real
46246,"*hummus (not bad, I liked the texture of it. it was average. it comes with some slices carrots to dip. but it's better if you just dip the Turkish bread they give the table. that bread is magnificent!!! I can eat a whole loaf and feel that my life is fulfilled) *falafel (it was alright, kind of the dry side and the inside didn't have too much flavor, I still like Toro's better or Beyond Pita 's, the tahini sauce they gave was always thick so this was a little hard to swallow in terms of consistency) *lamb adana & chicken adana (super tender and moist, but there needed to be more spices to bring the flavor of the meat out) *lamb gyro and chicken kebab (the chicken was so good! super juicy. lamb gyro was good but a little oily which was a turn off. Jackie's Grillette has better lamb gyro meat) *Turkish flan (holy cinnamon on top! the texture was similar to a Chinese egg custard. definitely not as silky or light as Spanish flan desserts; they gave this dessert to us on the house so can't complain too much)",real
19173,"I give the dosa guy five stars because I admire his integrity--if only we can all find this kind of passion and joy in our jobs. (Which, sadly, is very rare.) Dosa man, you rock. As for food...it's good! I come from the bay where my house is surrounded by Indian families who throw massive parties that lasts for three days, and compared to what I tried back at home, the food here is absolutely delicious.  (Although I think my favorite Indian food place in the US would still be Punjabi Tandoor in San Diego...if anyone is there, that hole in the wall is EPIC.) One thing though, I went there at 3pm and he was out of samosas...next time, I'm going at 2 to test my luck. =)",real
42814,"I've been to Max Brenner on numerous occasions when I visit Philadelphia. I imagine because of Valentine's Day, the restaurant was decorated even more so than usual. The decor is pleasing, the staff is generally kind and amicable, and the food was top-notch (I ordered the peanut butter and banana crepe--absolutely delicious!). I also had a taste of my friends' veggie pizza (the olives really make the pizza flavorful) and the mac and cheese (cooked to perfection--worth ordering). The servings for the pizza and mac and cheese are definitely more than for just one person. Max Brenner is also located conveniently located to everything downtown.  My only concern is that the prices, however, are a bit high. On our visit, we attempted to split the bill with cash and credit and were erroneously overcharged by $13. I alerted the waitress and she quickly corrected it. I hope my credit card was not charged twice.",real
37389,"Loved this place the first time we came, so much so that we must have recommended it to at least a dozen people. Came back a few weeks ago and were shunned by a REAL NASTY lady who seemed to be running the show and a nasty little guy waiter as well. I wouldn't come back here if you paid me.  There's plenty of Italian food in this city, come up to the Bronx and you can see what's up, get over yourselves.",real
46944,"I stopped into Obao expecting it to be the Ember Room, as it had been that last time I was here. After a little confusion, I was told that the restaurant went through a name change, and some alterations to the menu, but was still owned by the same people. Although the menu did not have all of the same items as it did before, our server was very accommodating and allowed us to order our usual Chicken Pad Thai that we loved from before. Fortunately, the quality did not change, and we loved it. We also tried the Sugar Cane Short Ribs as our appetizer and were also very pleased with them. Very cool atmosphere, and delicious food. Will definitely be back.",fake
25757,"Here tonight with the girls for HH. Drinks are $5 each on Mondays from 5-7pm. We got the table at the front by the window, pretty intimate and cute display of vintage bottles. Seating was a little tight though, my seat was right in front of a stool by the bar and the back of my head kept hitting the stool every time I layed back. Okay, $8 for 4 teeny pieces of their starters? Pretty expensive, and wasn't that flavorful. The mac and cheese tartlets were bland and tasted like the ones you can get in the frozen aisle, also got the risotto puffs which were piping hot and savory. It's a french place, gotta try their escargot of course. I have to say, it was the best plate I had tonight, was still bubbling when it got to our table, nice and garlicky, and the sauce was great with the bread. Next, the ham and gruyere cheese panini, ehhh just like a regular grilled cheese sandwich I can make at home myself, nothing special. How bout the bacon quiche? It was nice and creamy, could be better though, one side was kinda burnt. Overall, small intimate place for small talk before or after dinner.",real
8134,"I have never really tried authentic Greek food but I was curious.  Wow, the flavors were strong, mediterranean, savory, with herbal accents in just the right places.  We got a bottle of red and soon piping hot bread with a bean dip arrived.  It was a pleasant prelude to the delicious grilled octopus appetizer.  We then had an order of steak and sea-bass.  Both were absolutely divine.  We were too stuffed for dessert, but I do not doubt that it'd be any less stellar. Decor and service were both rustic and charming.  I hope to come back very soon. Never knew East Village had a lot of hidden gems.",real
2540,"Dry dry dry dry dry meat. Yet Oily somehow.  I don't know how that combination is possible, but Geno's somehow has done it.   Since Geno's is famous and tourists flock to the area,  I'd suggest eating at Pat's, which is right across the street.  Pat's is at least edible and isn't as oily.   Oh yeah, and it helps that Pat's Cheesesteaks isn't xenophobic or racist...",real
48978,"This place was perfect for a Saturday afternoon with a toddler.  Family friendly, quick, and delicious.  Excellent burgers, perfect milk shakes, yummy seasoned fries with your choice of dipping sauces. I am always in search of my next favorite burger, and this might just be it.  What I liked most of all- the staff, they were all SO kind, friendly, and accommodating.  Will definitely be going back. Come with an empty stomach- these burgers are big.",real
11317,"Arrived on accident. Hubby and I thought this was blue ribbon sushi. Wanted to relive the experience. Discovered the difference the moment we entered, but decided to stay. Who can resist the smell of fried chicken? Not I.",real
11990,The food here is ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! Perfect atmosphere for a group or a date. Would definitely come back here again!,real
22260,"I am a big fan of this place.I love the atmosphere and the bands. The food is good, and the drinks are better. Great crowd and the bartenders are awesome",real
14928,My friend convinced me to go to Northern Spy. There is a line for Sunday brunch and I don't understand why. The food is marginal and the place is cramped. The table next to us is 4 inches away.  This place is all hype.,real
36812,"I go here regularly and do love it.  Good food, good pricing on wine... But I wanted to add another comment since my last ones.  I went there and heard their menu changed, which it did.  There is a lot of new stuff that looks great.  They got rid of a few favorites of mine, but it happens...so oh well. My only problem I wanted to mention is this:  I got an entrée to go, and one of the sides was the new ""twice baked potato"".  I asked several times to be sure that it was not made with bacon or meat mixed in with it, and was assured several times that there was not.  Yet, after getting home and going to eat my meal later that night - there are pink fleshy bacon bits all throughout the mixed up part of the potato.  VERY frustrating.  I could not have been clearer, and I'm not blaming the server who assured me there was no meat.  Just seems to be lack of communicating the new menu properly to the staff or something.  I don't know, but I just wanted to mention that.  I recommend addressing all elements of the new menu with employees so that they can properly handle any customers dietary restrictions. Still love Red Stone & will keep coming. (Please bring back the mussels appetizer though!!)  :) Thanks!",real
4480,"Eggs Benedict is my favorite. The food and service is great. Just expect to be a little uncomfortable in the small chairs, but its all worth it. The food makes up for it.",real
17582,The brioche french toast here is often overlooked- but I actually prefer it to the much more often raved about blueberry pancakes (which are also amazing).  I came here once around 4/4:30pm on a Sunday and the wait was only around 30 minutes (compared to the usual 1-2 hour wait)... brunch for dinner?  Heck yes!,real
20976,"This place is great! The appetizers were great and cooked really well. For the main course, I had the pollo and it had a ton of good flavors. Everyone enjoyed their food and the atmosphere was perfect. The servers were very attentive and nice as well. Definitely a place I will go to again and I highly recommend it!",real
36798,"The Red Stone Tavern was an enjoyable dining experience. The quality of the food is simply amazing. Almost all of the products are homemade and the portions are huge. The dining environment is really soothing, with the water fall wall, and overall great layout. The price is extremely great for the amount of delicious food you receive. The brickoven pizza was one of the best I've ever had. All the meats that my party ordered were tender and juicy. I STRONGLY suggest this place.",fake
38206,Always a solid place to come for some korean tofu soup. I try to only come here during the lunch special which runs until 3:30PM ($11.99 for soon tofu) because I am so accustomed to paying California prices ($8.99). The service is always speedy and the food is always consistent. The korean bbq isn't bad either!,real
49321,"The columbia inn was probably the worst dining experience i have ever had. Soggy calamari that cause terrible stomac cramps, speghetti in clam sauce, and it was like it was glued together. Also the chicken parm breading was soggy with a red sauce that tasted like it was watered down tomato sauce. The clams in speghetti were rubbery and foul! Overall, the worst meal ive ever had!",real
47991,The only thing I didn't like about this joint was that I waited so long to go inside. But what a great spot on a cold winter's day. Sit right in front of the wood burning stove and play trivial pursuit while you have a flight of craft beer over brunch. Sounds like a perfect day to me! Friendly and knowledgable bartender always wins points from me. The only knock was that the advertised gluten free toast was not available. Boo!,real
37671,"The food was good (I had a choripan and eggplant dish, both excellent) My only problem is the the restaurant is so tiny, so crowded and so loud! We came for dinner on a Saturday night I was bumped in the back no fewer than ten times during dinner as dinners and servers alike tried to squeeze past, which made me feel more like I was in the subway than a place that has $20 entrees on the menu. The music was so loud that you pretty much had to yell, which means that the people sitting two inches away are also yelling.   So, if you like good food, and don't mind not hearing every word of what your date is saying, definitely the place for you.",fake
34639,"I love, LOVE this place! The establishment is really small and cozy and has a home feel to it The food is organic and so tasty! I go here for brunch anytime I want something really good! Try the steak and eggs special ;-) It's really good.....",real
28658,"There's something to be said about a restaurant that does one kind of food very well, and Cocoron definitely falls into that category. There are a heck of a lot of soba options here, enough to satisfy a wide range of customers (hot and cold, vegetarian and meaty, variety and simplicity, etc. etc.) I'm not a huge soba person, but the food definitely tasted high-quality. Portions are a bit on the small side, but you do have a range of options for sides/add-ons also. We were advised by a friend to go to this location instead of the ""old"" location; we had no trouble getting a seat for dinner on a weekday.",real
14344,"Small place, great vibe. Walking in we instantly knew we were in the right place. Had roasted chicken with mashed potatoes and spinach. The chicken was cooked perfectly; browned to tasty perfection. Spinach was delicious and the bibb salad that I had as an appetizer had the right amount of cheese along with the sweetness of the apples. Great meal and the staff were super nice. Crowded but obviously popular. Can't wait to go back.",fake
25698,"when you're drunk this is the place to go if you want to see all the other drunks, and maybe catch a brawl in the parking lot .. the food was standard diner fare - i usually just go for the grilled cheese and french fries always a safe bet.",real
35257,"I arrived at Salinas this past Sunday at 7pm. We were greeted at the door by the hostess who politely showed us to our table. Walking through the restaurant, I was immediately impressed with the décor and ambiance. Everything was beautifully decorated and well designed. There was also a good crowd - who all seemed to be enjoying the romantic setting and some fancy cocktails. After sitting down our waiter came over with the drink and food menu. The most difficult decision of the night was choosing what  to order, everything looked and sounded so good. I went with the New Amsterdam (Bourbon) which was strong but tasty. For appetizer, we got two tapas - shrimp with mushroom and a chicken sweet potato soup. Both were amazing. My only minor critique was that the dishes were tad bit salty. For dinner I ordered the Paella for 2. Being that I love Paella I wondered whether Salinas' dish could live up to my standards. It did! The plate was filled with an abundance of mussels, clams, chicken, shrimp and prawns. It was really good. Overall this was a great experience. Everything from the service to the food was done with class. The restaurant itself is absolutely stunning. Major props to the designer/decorator. I will definitely recommend to friends especially those looking to impress a date! And cant wait to be back and enjoy the outdoor patio.",real
5908,"Our food was horrible... Qdoba taste better than this. I enjoy Qdoba, but we all know it's not authentic.",real
37479,"GREAT italian food! The owner is the sweet older man, hes great! His son who has been taking over, well sadly he's kind of not nice, not friendly, rude and insulting.  it's such a shame....the food is amazing!",real
38444,"Opened first in California (US), BCD has only continued to expand in numbers and in popularity. The focus of Korean restaurant BCD Tofu House is their tofu hotpots, aka, Soon doo boo chigaes. What separates BCD Soon doo boo from other Korean restaurants is their variety for a very common, traditional Korean dish. Here, you can choose your preferred level of spiciness as well as the ingredients to go in. They offer options of tofu with beef, seafood, kimchi, dumpling, mushroom, ham and sausage, assorted, etc., and so, you will not be limited to a default. The level of spiciness ranges from plain, medium, spicy, and 'danger' spicy. BCD is a newly renovated space, fairly spacious with two floors, and sophisticated dark wooden furniture. Because of ample seating, this is a venue advantageous for groups. For starters, they serve an array of banchan (appetizers); kimchi, seasoned broccoli, beansprout, fermented beans, etc. A fried fish is given out to each individual. The banchan was all fresh and a fair portion amount to share amongst the 3 of us. The fish was great, with the batter dressed skin deeply fried but not too oily. My order of Soon doo boo chigae with Seafood in danger spicy tasted close enough to home-made. Though, the danger spicy level was more on just a tolerable spicy side. They provide an egg separate, so you place it in yourself. Large chunks of silky tofu, apparent amounts of seafood (shimp, mussels, clams, squid, etc.), and hot red pepper flakes combined in a medium sized hot pot is still cooking on its own after several minutes of being served. You receive a bowl of hot rice and one containing water. The latter is your cooling rice to help moderate the spice should the chigae become at all intolerable. Service was not noteworthy, but the speed of it was generally satisfactory. Although, this was when the restaurant was near empty. The Soon doo boo remains a classic Korean dish, and BCD provides a nice selection of ingredients for it. The choice of spiciness levels is a convenience, but many speculate they've minimized the intensity since opening week. Pricing is slightly steep, at about $13 per hotpot. What remains limited is the type of tofu texture and consistency. Attention has been taken away from the actual tofu itself. While ingredients are varied, their tofu resides to only one type. I'd return to BCD on the evaluation of their Soon doo boo, but it wouldn't be my first choice for Korean comfort food in this area.",real
15772,"Il Pittore is great for a romantic dinner or special occasion! It has perfect intimate ambiance without being too dark, too crowded or too moody as many restaurants often are. Oh, also - the food is divine. The pasta is perfectly cooked and prepared. Portions are great - not too generous, but if you're getting three courses than you will be sufficiently and contently full. I had the baked ricotta, pappardelle, and scallops. I have many food allergies and the Waiter was very accommodating and very subtle when speaking to me about my requests. Often times, waiters will shout across the table while I explain to everyone nearby what I can and cannot consumer and it can be very embarrassing. I was relieved to have the a sensitive waiter who came closer to me so I could speak to him one on one. He also went out of his way to switch part of my dish with a sauce I could consume to keep the dish refreshing. It was very thoughtful! Don't skip the nutella bombs (donuts with a creme sauce). YUM. Overall, excellent service from entry to exit, dream worthy food and beautiful decor.",real
18163,"Okay. Wow. The rave reviews to this place is not new, but this is what I will say: it's only worth coming here for the pancakes.  Anything else will make you just feel jealous. I ordered the Southern Breakfast , and ended up eating most of my friends' pancakes.  I can only speak to the Blueberry Pancakes. Why are these pancakes so orgasmic? Yes, orgasmic. I literally had to stop for a moment after the first bit and just say ""Whoa.""  They're fluffy; so fluffy that they just melt in your mouth.  So buttery, with the perfect combination of sweet and salty taste. I just can't explain it- except that I've never had pancakes like this. And the blueberries-- so fresh, so juicy- I don't know how they maintain their circular shape being so juicy.  And the maple butter syrup- so unique in flavor, and the perfect enhancement to the sweet/salty switch off.   I can't even describe anymore, you'll just have to experience it yourself.  Surely worth the 1.5 hour wait (tip: go with no more than 2 people- heck go by yourself and wait around the corner a Stuffed Artisan Cannolis) On the other stuff: nothing else here compares to the pancakes, in fact for a true Souther breakfast (with grits, and home fries, etc- go down the street to Alias).   The sugar-cured bacon is good, but you sick of eating it after two bites.  In fact, I had all 6 pieces in the Southern Breakfast and got pretty ill. That's a lot of fat! And sugar.  I made the mistake of attempting to my health conscious (ha what a joke at this joint) and ordered poaches eggs- which they did NOT do well at all. It was laced with vinegar! Served me right I suppose.   The cheese grits were disappointing- it was okay; but it kind of looked....unappetizing. Like vomit-y.  No bueno.   Lastly the fried green tomates- THOSE were good. I think it was also the fact that it's hard to screw up anything deep fried but I like to panko-esque crusted batter and the juiciness of the tomatoes.  Ironically, there weren't enough of these items- except for the bacon. It's worth the wait every now and then but if you get discourage, you can grab a good brunch at Alias down the street (which has true Southern style breakfast- fried chicken in the am- yum!) But bottom line: pancakes=heaven.",real
22630,It's the Disney World of food. It's got a fun vibe but there is little substance. It's a place you try once if you live in Montclair and never go again. Big tourist spot. Food is OK. The lines are outrageous.,fake
9562,"Sabarsky is much prettier and perhaps a bit less noisy. Coffee is the best in NJ. Goulash soup and yummy cake are hits. You really feel as if you are in Europe
14093	79	2012-12-05	too good
14094	79	2011-06-11	After the exhausting trip to the MET for the McQueen exhibition, my friend and I decided to take the kids to the Neue Gallery which was closed when we got there. Instead, we stayed at the cafe and tried out their food and coffee. I had the white asparagus soup and the kids shared the weisswurst with bretze. Everything was good but not soo super delicious for $14 a soup. I thought coffee could also be better for a Viennese Cafe. Our server was attentive and he really managed us well with our 3 kids. Would go back for desserts and the ambiance.
14095	79	2014-08-11	This space is gorgeous and really unique for the city.  Reading the other reviews, you understand that you come for the atmosphere not the food.  Everything at a more reasonable price (breakfasts and cold plates) tastes fair, and the sad truth is you have to spend a lot to have anything decent.  We finally discovered this after spending over $120 on dinner for 2. Hungarian Goulash is delish, but we'll keep returning for the coffee and torte.
14096	79	2014-07-31	Such a beautiful restaurant to dine in. I absolutely loved the salmon avocado salad. The decor is really fitting and the ambience is great.
14097	79	2013-08-19	ad vocem Sopia T's review: I don't really know if they served Apfelstrudel in concentration camps. Or at least not on a daily basis. And if they did, I'm sure it was so stale that it must've sparked riots, or something... Anyway, this is just a speculation on my part, as I was never exeptionally strong in history (I'm sure Sopia T can relate). On a different note: I totally understand that no NYC restaurant will let you hold a table if there are people waiting in line and you're not ordering. It's not even a question of protocol, it's common courtesy on the guest's part, for Christs sake! Also, I'm a frequent guest at Sabarsky and I consider equating the house policy of the restaurant to the Nazi party line as low, untactful and insultng. I'm really hoping that Sopia T. will keep her word and never come to Sabarsky again.
14098	79	2012-11-17	Like most people I find the Viennese ambiance enticing.  It is a bit pricey but someone has to pay for the wood panelling.    The quality of the cakes is good even if not worth the price.  The goulash is good but expensive.   Wish they had more hot food as there isn't a lot to choose from for main courses.  Check the opening times before going.
14099	79	2012-07-23	Very European and cool. Lovely Austrian menue, on the over-priced site. Great service. The only problem- some times the wait is too long. The museum is also worth seeing. I always go there with my guests from Europe. It's our island on the other site of the Atlantic. And they used to speak German there. Love the newspapers, the flowers and and the music. Great ambiance! Everything that transports you to old Europe.
14100	79	2012-04-16	I absolutely loved the food, especially the pastries... And the staff was really nice, but the food!! I am SO GOING BACK!
14101	79	2012-03-15	We found this cafe one day after a delightful afternoon visiting the Whitney.  It has a wonderful, cozy European atmosphere.  I wish there were more places like this in the city.  The coffee was rich and tasty and my friend said her hot chocolate was divine.  We shared an apple strudel that was devoured in minutes.  I'll definitely be back.
14102	79	2010-10-19	Of all the traditions one would leave behind when coming from Europe, an afternoon Kaffee und Kuchen, I could not bear to sacrifice. I come to Cafe Sabarsky for a quick lunch or 4pm pick-me-up. The menu is authentic, though slightly inconsistent. As an example, the Goulash is lacking and the desserts...well it's hard matching to what I am used. However, the service is top. Waiters are intelligent, multilingual and prompt. If not for this, I would give a three star review. All considered, I do recommend.
14103	79	2010-07-27	Great sausages! Erin Pondo
14104	79	2009-06-05	Food is spectacular and the Viennese coffee is just worth making the trip uptown!!!! The service is on the iffy side, not very attentive but I do like the eclectic crowd here. Down to earth Artsy and old time New Yorkers. Breathtaking interior too!  Feels like your took a train ride and ended up in some classic european cafe society parlor painted by Gustav Klimt. Check out the art nouveau-esque cafe in the basement if the lines are too crowded upstairs especially on the busy weekends. The food is the same and it's less chaotic than it's sister cafe upstairs.
14105	79	2009-03-25	Very expensive but worth it if you have visited Vienna and really miss the coffee houses there.  This was the case with us and we were not disappointed.  The dobostorte and linzertorte were devine and just what we had been longing for!
14106	79	2008-10-12	I don't stand on line because I don't believe in it. But I stood on line for about fifteen minutes last weekend to score a table at Cafe Sabarsky and I'm glad I did. Don't ask me why, but it probably had something to do with an intense need for a euro-fix. Cafe Sabarsky, the in house canteen at the Neue Gallery on Fifth Avenue, is about as European as you can get without a passport. If they accepted Euros for payment, I wouldn't blink. Like a Viennese grand cafe - sans the smoking - CS is a treat for the tongue and eyes. Recent Austrian newspapers - like the Kurier - hang on racks just as you'd find in Salzburg or Vienna. Austrian and German beers and wines are available, good espresso and a not half bad Sachertorte is on offer. Great people watching, pretty room, efficient friendly service and worth another visit.
14107	79	2013-12-24	I just read a couple disparaging reviews about this place that I was surprised at. I think that it is a great place, and I always recommend it to people visiting from out of town. It has such a nice atmosphere. I love it. It's very nice. I think the problem is that some people are looking for what they know and this is different. Colleen C. thinks it is going to be super cheap or something. It's Manhattan New York. In consideration of that, I think the prices are ok. This other dame Jenn T. is complaining about rudeness, but she doesn't really say what was so rude. She doesn't know what those tables were for. I think that she is right in thinking that her problem was more specific to her, which makes me just like the place more! hahahahaha I really like Cafe Sabarsky, because it is not a pig out slobby American Applebees kind of place. I think that was what Jenn and Colleen C. was looking for, but Colleen probably wanted a Pizzaria UNO, which I also love, but she could brake out the coups.
14108	79	2013-08-16	I'd like to protest in the strongest possible terms against the treatment that Mr./Ms Jay B encountered at Cafe Sabarsky when confronted by the manager, whose name I will not mention. It is beyond outrage that such a refined guest, who weaves the narrative of their review with fluency and grace worthy of The New Yorker, be subjected to the aforementioned impertinence. Nobody deserves such abuse, and least of all not someone who can use the word whilst"" in a way that causes the reader to stop, think, and for at least a moment feel inferior to the learned author of the review. Furthermore, I was as deeply touched by Jay's sincere concern for Ronald Lauder's properties, as I was alarmed by the philanthropist's alleged carelessness regarding the liquidity of his own assets. I would like to take this opportunity to strongly suggest that Mr. Lauder be briefed without delay on who really frequents the establishment, and who, as a result, is forced to wait in line for an insultingly tiny portion served on an even smaller table. I actually believe that the reason for using small tables in Sabarsky is to make the portions seem bigger, but I here I actually might be wrong (Perhaps Jay B. and I should investigate this issue further). As I've learned from a well-informed source, the nature of the castings used to staff Chef Gutenbrunner's restaurants, as well as the design of the staff's uniforms still remain a subject of an ongoing debate, which aims at accommodating  the sensitivities of as many guests as possible. I'd like to believe however, that all contributing opinions are welcome, and that all will be used to to improve the overall quality of the otherwise unique dining experience at Cafe Sabarsky.",fake
22973,"This is an amazing place for Cuban food. We ordered 7 different variety of tapas which were all delicious. The dinner was AMAZING. We ordered the Churrasco Al Gaucho (Skirt steak), Shrimp Empanado, and Garden Paella and everything was perfectly seasoned with great flavors. Even the punch was amazing (though non-alcoholic)! Now for the down sides: --It is extremely loud. Most of the Cuban restaurants I've been to generally have a louder ambiance, but this one went up to 11, possibly because the seating area is smaller and packed in with tables. (So definitely not a place to bring a first or second date if you're looking to talk.) --There is always a wait, sometimes as long as an hour and a half. We went on a Wednesday night and it was 20 minutes -- not too bad but still odd for the middle of the week. --There is no real waiting area so while you're waiting for your seat, you will get bumped into from all directions. Pretty annoying. --They do not take reservations and all of your party has to be there in order to be seated. So despite all the cons, the food quality definitely makes up for it, I highly recommend.",real
32509,"First time ever going. None of the waitresses were presentable. The order came wrong, the food was oily, the water tasted like used-tub water, and I got food poisoning the same night. So I gave it a chance and it turned out not to be the greatest.",fake
9942,So do I start when I called and try to add one more for the reservation that was made a week ago and they had the name down but couldn't find the reservation time... We  have a large party of 12 which when we got to the private room was impressed.. Our server was sweet but seemed brand new.  As we ordered our bottomless drinks  we  enjoyed the room.  I read on the yelp review how are you doing some customers loved the bread that was given in the beginning.. No bread was brought out until I actually got up and asked for a  manager .. Not only did I speak to him about no bread but also my entree and another's was cold.. So they took our entrees and came back with the same temperature entree.COLD!  I didn't want to send it back a third time and just ate what I could.  The bottomless drinks were nice but it took awhile to get a few rounds in.  I brought a small cake for my daughters birthday and was told there would be a $3.00 a person cutting fee for any outside food brought. So we  decided to wait for cake after we left. The waiter did not even offer the birthday girl a birthday dessert.  What he seemed concerned about was letting us know that their was no big group tip and that there were suggested tips on the bill.  He was very nice but food and service was lousy.  The ambiance of the private room was nice but when you get a large room and a large group  what tends to happen is everyone in that room will tell their experience and pass it on.   More attention needs to be made to the basics.,real
48674,Visiting Philly for the A-10 baseball tournament....found this amazing restaurant with the help of Yelp.  Everyone in our party loved their meal! My husband said he would come back to this area just to go to Spasso!,real
6168,"I don't often write restaurant reviews, but my experience last night at Morgan's was so good that it motivated me to join Yelp to write this review We took my entire family here, all 17 of us, for dinner before the Nets game last night.  As a long-time BBQ enthusiast, I was skeptical that I'd find decent BBQ in Brooklyn, but the yelp reviews and the proximity to the Barclays Center convinced me to give it a try.   There is only one word for for the meal we had last night, and that is ""spectacular"".  The dry beef and pork ribs were out of this world, the chicken tender and juicy, and the Okra and corn-bread are amazing.  Oh, and the Mac and cheese (something like 6 different varieties) is without question the best Mac and cheese I've ever had. The deserts brought tears to my eyes. And to top it all off, the staff all have the most beautiful smiles, are friendly, attentive and fast. If you are a BBQ fan, anywhere in the US, you owe it to yourself to plan a visit to Brooklyn for some of the best BBQ you will find anywhere. If you are headed to the Barclays Center for a concert or a game, you're cheating yourself if you don't go to Morgan's for dinner first. I cannot wait to go back.",real
33310,"As soon as I sat down, I knew this was going to be a treat! The smoked salmon appetizer was seriously good and the rabbit saddle and leg saddled me with joy! I thought that my main course was good! But boy was I in for a treat....literally! The affogato cake knocked me off my feet! I would go here again and again!",fake
37444,"Let me start off by saying I love yelp, but in a selfish way. Selfish in that I use it daily, and take all the advice, suggestions and comments to heart...but do not contribute my own. I love food and I love restaurants, but I can honestly say my experience at this restaurant was by far, the worst I have ever had. I recently went for my friend's birthday. To be fair, we were a large party and most of the food was brought out with no issue. However, the birthday girl did not receive her food until after we mentioned it to our servers several times and after we were all done with our own meals. Furthermore, after we asked to speak with the manager because the food had taken so long, the owner had the audacity to verbally assault my friend and I several times. Not only was he disrespectful to just us and the kitchen staff, but he made a conscious effort to come to our large party and accost us at our own dinner twice. To the point where a couple of the guys tried to pacify the situation, but to no avail. It's upsetting to me that this is what it took for me to contribute to the awesome yelp community...but I want everyone to take this into consideration before visiting this place. If I could give negative stars I would.",real
2146,You have to stand in line and try this Philadelphia landmark...the sandwich was great and it was worth the wait...do yourself a favor and stop by...,real
25016,"Cool looking place, friendly service and most important....the food is delicious...I had 3: the pulled pork, pulled chicken & spicy chorizo tacos.  Their home made sauces are unique & amazing (spicy coconut masala ..what????)  had a small side of chili con carne ...washed it all back with a Modello Especial...perfect...will be coming back soon & often",fake
38788,"I've been meaning to come to Hell's Kitchen for THE longest time. This year, I decided to have a birthday celebration there, and Hell's Kitchen's management is very good at helping you put an event together. They allowed me to switch the date when I needed to, and they answered my questions to my satisfaction. It was good to know I could bring my teenager if I wanted to. The Saturday we arrived on was quiet (it was Labour Day Weekend, after all), but that didn't stop us from having a good time at all. The waitress was very sweet and she made sure that we were well taken care of. It was Pop Rocks night, so the music ranged from contemporary remixes to some excellent 80s new wave, and we loved it all.  But the food! I must tell you about the food. For parties, Hell's offers some pretty reasonable platters, and we chose the Asian wings and the vegetable spring rolls. Two words: New. Addiction. I'm coming back for these two things alone. I was really surprised to see the reviews about the watered-down drinks, because mine sure as hell weren't. Drunk off three mojitos? Three? Impressive, sez this little black cat. We also opted for cupcakes in green tea and red velvet. These were super yummy, but the red velvet in particular was quite moist and definitely satisfying. They will decorate your table with balloons, too. I loved the decor and the fuzzy leopard print drink menu, which is full of just about any libation you'd ever want. We had a great time dancing and I even tried out the pole (!!). The dance floor is small but it wasn't too crowded since, as I said, it was quiet for that Saturday. I thanked the staff for making the night so memorable for me and my friends. I can't wait to come here for burlesque. I think this will be a regular spot for me to come to in the future.",real
42370,"Our house turned paleo a couple of years ago, and in doing so, became a couple that rarely ate out. The opening of Hu was a wonderful gift! We eat here now, about once per month. It started with special occasions, but we have become hooked.  We are going to see if we can make it work for our vegetarian friends as well. I'm so excited that they have added Brooklyn Kombucha to their bar selection.  The Hu Jo is amazing, and goes so well with the grand master veg. It becomes difficult to try anything new, when those options are available.  I wish they would offer to heat the prepared cold items they have, though, as I've been interested in trying those eating in, rather than taking out.  I'm excited to see what they do with the menu in the summertime.",real
8538,"The ingredients are so fresh! As a vegetarian, I love the capri. The other vegetarian sandwich, the verdura, is delicious but I'm personally not a big fan of smoky tastes.  Most of all, I love the little stuffed shooters you can buy on the side.  It is a pepper stuffed with herbed goat cheese...so tart and amazing.   I'm excited to see how this place progresses.  I hope they add a vegan option.",real
35118,"Salinas - i owe you an awesome review, sorry its coming 3 months late. My husband and I came here in November for our 2nd wedding anni. My husband surprised me with this impressive pick. Since it was a busy night, we had to  wait a ~15 min to be seated for our reservation. Although, it was a bit of a wait, the managers kept on checking on us to make sure we were okay. But once we were called though, we decided to wait longer for a table to be sat down in the fireplace room and I am glad we waited since it was our anni. So overall, we probably waited about 30 min, which was kind of suxed but it was way worth it. We sat down in the back of the restaurant with a perfect view of the fire place, which was nice for a cold November evening. The owner felt so bad we had to wait a while since it was our anniversary so, thanks to him, we got a complimentary dessert and 2 flutes. Service was very attentive and polite. We had several cocktails over dinner and had a various tapas dishes such as croquetas del dia, patatas bravas, panceta con albaricoques, porcella and the complimentary dessert platter. Everything was quite delicious. The atmosphere was romantic, intimate and cozy which was perfect for a romantic date. So happy we came here and looking forward to coming again for my bday and more anniversaries to come!",real
20918,"Great food and service. The mozzarella is to die for. Hubby didn't love the veal ragu but I had the special gnocchi, which was great. We'll definitely go back.",real
35844,"This is the pub that sits inside Nomad's Adventure.  If you're looking for this place independently, be aware you're not going to find it.  Head to Nomad's and head to the back. One would assume this is Nomad's attempt to draw the adult crowd and be more like a Dave & Buster's, than a Chuck E. Cheese.  Obviously sounds like a plan to me, except it's hard to drink when you setup your establishment so far away from everything.  Have a DD with your party or take it light on the alcohol.  That said, I was here with my wife and son, so we're not looking to do an adult themed party here for this trip anyway. Food is standard bar and grille fare.  Son and I each had a burger and my wife had a sandwich and all came with fries.  All very good, but nothing special.  Beer selection was surprisingly wide as well.  I know it's a tavern and I should expect a good selection, but it's also a tavern in the middle of video games, etc.  Kudos for that.  Service was slow to say the least.  Waitress acknowledged it actually and said they typically don't get the traffic on Saturday early evening that they had for us.  By traffic, there were probably 8 - 10 tables going and she was the only waitress on staff.  So I can cut her a break, but management should put at least one other waitress on staff for a Saturday I would think. Last note:  They do a good job of shielding the noise and craziness of the video games, etc. from the restaurant area.  It's still somewhat loud in its own right, but you won't have Dance Dance Revolution noises blaring at you while you try to enjoy your burger. Certainly a good spot to enjoy an adult meal amid all the kid craziness.  Not good enough to be a go-to place on its own though...",real
38056,"This place may seem like it's packed full, but there's a second floor that's a bit hidden, and the restaurant seems deeper than it really is. So don't be scared of it looks like there's a small wait! If there are other good places for soondubu that are just as good, I'd still come here for the service. I love the little fried fish - on the house - they serve as an appetizer, and that they do all the work to make the neorungji (not sure how to romanize)/ crispy rice porridge. As for the food, it's an a plus by me. My usual is the pork soondubu, which is generous with its chunks of meat. It has a nice depth of flavor that seems so difficult to achieve in restaurants that don't use MSG - and I don't think this places uses it. I know on the menu they also offer gaejang (marinated raw crab), which I can't really find at many other restaurants. One day, I will be brave enough to order the curry soondubu.",real
15596,"Great spot in a sleepy little town.  Amazing entertainment and the food, while not a broad selection, is quite delicious. Would love to see more craft beer here.",real
4662,FYI the Cherry Lime Rickeys get one free refill per glass.....and they taste great.,real
19878,"A good steak for someone who enjoys a ""less sloppy"" rendition. It's simple, uncomplicated and yummy. Not a lot of seasoning or additional elements other than good steak, cheese and mushrooms (I hate fried onions, so I skipped them on this sandwich). They do takeout and dine in steaks, both wrapped in some paper and stuck in a brown bag. I would say they have the best steak in old city, but not in the entire city. There are so many to choose from that it's hard to tell, but it have had better.",real
49245,"I'm not usually one to write a place off because of bad service, but this place is the exception. To start, the girl behind the counter was confused about taking our order, didn't understand simple questions about the menu.  I was expecting to wait a little bit for the food, but our wait was excessive.  Let me also preface this by saying, my group was only 1 of 3 groups of people in the place. They gave part of our order to the wrong table, then blamed it on the other customer.  The people that came in about 5 minutes after us, got their food way before us. I was with a group of 3 people, they then brought 2 of 3 burgers, and seemed to totally forget we ordered another and fries.  Our server came over, not once, not twice, but three times asking, ""what are you guys missing?""   I must say, the food was very good, which makes me feel bad about writing this negative review.  The milkshakes were great, and I love that you can get a vegan one (i'm lactose-intolerant).  The burger was awesome, very filling.  But $40 for 3 people having burgers is kind of ridiculous as well. Oh, and even better, when we went to pay, the cashier, who took our order and brought it out to us, had to again ask us what we had.  I should have told her i had just a coffee.   To sum it up, if you want an expensive, tasty burger, want to wait a long time for it, and feel like putting up with horrible service, then this is the place for you.  There are plenty of other local places, like Memphis Taproom, that make even better burgers, that come with fries, for almost half the price, with spectacular service.",real
25676,"The Goldroc is geographically convenient, open all the time, and offers quick service and decent diner fare.  I couldn't ask for much more in a diner. Well, maybe I could, but I won't.  I think the Goldroc is a-ok. Their omelettes are great.  When I order an omelette at other restaurants, I'm often disappointed to receive a wet, runny mess.  The Goldroc cooks their eggs very well, just the way I like it. It's my go-to for grilled cheese and fries and other lowbrow food cravings.  It's not my go-to for post-bar eats, so the late night shit show doesn't have any effect on my opinion.",real
36171,"The chicken tikka masala tastes like the sauce came out of a can. The chicken is passable and decently juicy. But seriously, where are the spices? The garlic naan was also not fluffy at all, burnt on some sides, and very thin. And where was the garlic? The rice was flavorless. That's about it.",real
49112,"Holy Cow! Blessed Bovine! What else can I say to express to you how absolutely awesome the cooked cattle is at this restaurant?   I was looking for a wonderful burger that was low on hype and big on taste and Sketch appeared to fit the bill.  I arrived with my 9 year old and my 4 year old, not expecting much.  What I got was a small, laid-back burger spot, that far exceeded my expectations. I chose to get a medium burger topped with jack and BBQ sauce.  My two children split a well done burger with ketchup, American, and veggies.   I decided a large order of fries would be sufficient for the entire table. While our food was being prepared they took great interest in sketching out a drawing to place on the walls.   The fries arrived before the burger, I'm still undecided if they are meant to be appetizer-ish (yeah, that's a word) or if Sketch just knows the fries are so good that you'll eat them all before your burger is done and beg for more.  In any event, the latter is what occurred. As soon as the fries arrived we dug right in, ignoring the fact that they were scorching hot.  What can I say, the mouth wants what the mouth wants.  The harissa aioli was the perfect accompaniment.   When the burgers finally arrived we were ready to dig in.  I split the burger for the kids and dug into my personal burger.  My kids, who usually eat more than me, were more than satisfied with half a burger.  I couldn't even finish mine.   Honestly, sketch was the best burger I've ever eaten.  Quality meat, fresh toppings, and an awesome roll made for an unforgettable experience.  Add to that the AMAZING fries and you'll understand why this place has been dancing in my mind every since.",real
21333,"Been living on the ues for 3 years, never thought of going to uva until i saw it on yelp. my girlfriend and I brought my parents there on a saturday night. they were able to seat a table for four at 730 pm with no reservation (they do take reservations). by 830 the place was packed. the back patio is enclosed for the winter with heat lamps and was comfortable enough for dinner without hats, gloves or coats. food was very nice. out of three 'secondis' we tried, the lamb shanks & polenta ($24?) won the prize.  and the nero d'avola 2006 from sicily ($36) was pleasant enough. i will be going back, but maybe not on saturday night. the noise of the crowd and the lack of elbow room was a little off-putting. but who can blame the owner for milking a good thing. the staff and owner were very attentive, if not a little crazed by the crowd. all-in-all a good dining experience.",real
2403,"I've been going into the city for the past 4 years and in that time, I have been able to try all of the finer cheesesteak establishments this great city has to offer. This being said, Geno's Steaks has never disappointed. The slabs of beef, combined with fried onions, and cheese whiz all on a delicious amoroso roll allows this cheesesteak haven to bypass Pat's, John's, Steve's, or any other of the hundreds of local steak sandwhich purveyors. If this is your first time in the city, this place is a can't miss.",real
19443,"Date night- a Wednesday- a 12 degree Wednesday... and I want food... and beer... and minimal lettuce... The Khyber called and we listened!  I really hadn't been by for food since they switched from a dive bar (literally thought I could fall through the floor), to a kinda funky, layed back bar on the bayou.  I was pleased to see that the renovations made the place nice (and structurally sound), but not TOO nice... because that would have just felt fake. We sat in a cozy little table/booth combo, and were greeted promptly by our waiter for our drink order.  The 20 beers on draught was AWESOME.  I'm a sucker for PBC... and cider... so i was pleased to learn that PBC makes cider!  I went for that.  It was delish, and a solid pour.  I've been getting hit with pints with a few centimeters of beer missing- a real life tragedy! For dinner, I ordered the vegan fried chicken po boy with a side of fried okra.  As I type this i realize that's a lot of fried food... showing how cold it really was out... and how badly i wanted something soul-satisfying!  My boyfriend went for the 1/2 chicken with a side of mac and cheese, and cole slaw.   We chatted, enjoyed our beers, and our food came out in what I would consider a perfect turnaround time.   I dug into my very first EVER po-boy since they are pretty much never vegetarian, and let me tell you... Po Boys rock!  The chick'n was tasty and juicy and the bread was crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside.  The sandwich as a whole was HUGE.  It was a really pleasant experience.  I felt lucky!  Truly lucky!  Then I moved on to the orka... and felt a lot less lucky.  They used some spice... I couldn't quite put my finger on it... but the fried okra (and a generous portion of fried okra I should mention) just didn't taste that great!  The breading was crispy and golden brown.  The dipping sauce had the same seasoning that i just didn't care for.  I barely ate them, and had major orderers remorse.  I'm usually quite an okra fan too, so this was really a disappointment.  My boyfriend enjoyed his 1/2 bbq chicken, and couldn't finish it, which i've never seen out of him before!  He said it was good... but not amazing.  His reaction was the same towards the cole slaw.  The mac and cheese, however, was a game changer.  He was elated with that, and after a bite, I could understand why.  It was pretty much perfection!  Oooodles of creamy cheezy goodness, browned on the top, served warm... just fab!   For a bar that happens to serve food, we had a really positive experience at the bayou.  Our check for 2 with 2 drinks each and a really big meal was around $50 which i thought was reasonable.  The service was great- our waiter was on top of things!  Just a few dishes need a facelift. Also worth mentioning- there are 3 sauces- north/south carolina BBQ sauce, and kansas BBQ sauce.  We decided we liked the vinegar based one the best, but in all honesty, they all could use some improvement.",real
1340,"One word - YUCK!! This place must make their money strictly based on being a tourist trap. And I do mean trap! Because unfortunately the hearsay will cause you to believe you must try a philly cheese steak from here. Well, I'm writing to tell you, DON'T BELIEVE THE HYPE!!! Nope! I tasted my sandwich and looked around thinking, is this a joke?!! It was just that bad. Cheese whiz though? Really? Smh I struggled through the majority of it because I did not want to waste my money. That really sucks! Never again though. Only takes one time for me to learn a lesson in nasty food!",real
18702,FANTASTIC pizza!!! So yummy :) I had the smoked mozerella and my sister had the margherita. Both were phenomenal!,real
16658,"Let me just say it: OMG worth the hype. I am always hesitant about waiting in lines. Its not worth it. So when one of my friends suggested that we stop by the Clinton St. Baking Company for a Sunday breakfast, ""Oh it might be a hour wait at least"", I was totally skeptical. But we got there 30 minutes before it opened. And it was raining, so a lot of people weren't out that morning. Lucky for us: we were seated right as the place opened. The place is tiny, so I can see why the wait is so freaking long most of the time. I am so glad that we waited. I have never been so satisfied with each and every component of meal before. I ordered the Clinton Street omelette and enjoyed every bite. But it wasn't just the omelette. It was the toast (so fresh) and the jam (I almost licked the container: its an amazing combination of bitter/sweet). And the potatoes.... so tasty and buttery. I tried my friend's pancakes and, indeed, they were delicious. I am not a huge fan of pancakes, so I probably wouldn't order them, but if that's your thing, go for it....you won't be disappointed. Its a NYC experience for sure: just get there before it opens and be prepared for taste bud heaven!",real
14602,"I recently dined here with a good friend visiting home and we wanted a quick bite to eat before heading out to our evening's soiree. At first i was a bit skeptical cause a lot of places in northern liberties are overpriced, overhyped and overcrowded. however when we came in we were quickly seated, the service was excellent and OMG the food. i ordered the ribs and fixins and was NOT dissapointed, especially the collard greens tasted almost like my late grandmother's did - that's a plus cause not many trendy restaurants can do soul food that tastes authentic IMHO. the beer selection was good and the waiter was very knowledgeable about them and helped us make our choices. i enjoyed my plate and i sampled some of my friend's plate (pork tenderloin and shaved asparagus...awesome i need to know how to shave asparagus so i can experience that pleasure at home) and i enjoyed all of it so much! in fact i looked at the plates of the couple next to us and wanted that fried chicken salad as well...in fact i'd be willing to come back to try EVERYTHING on the menu cause the food was that good. unfortunately or fortunately we didnt have room for desserts..oh well... the decor rocked, it was early dusk and the ambience and lighting just worked for the mood. if it werent for the fact that my friend was a married female and i'm straight - it'd be a perfect date! in fact i think i will try dating again JUST SO i can get the dude to take me here! i am leaving off a star because the music got way loud on occasion...i like good music like the next person but i'd like to enjoy the convo of someone i dont see too often as well!",real
27556,"Retroactive review I came here last spring after reading all the rave reviews about this place so I HAD TO TRY IT! The brunch wait was pretty typical for a popular restaurant, about 40 minutes. Since it's located in Carroll Gardens, you can put your name down and then walk around for awhile. It's a nice neighborhood to just browse around until your name is called (just make sure you get back in time!) During the spring, summer and nice fall days they offer outdoor seating which is where I sat. The inside was crowded with people. We ordered the Fried Pork Chop and Cheddar Waffles and Eggs Huntington. The pork chop was AMAZZZING! It was soft, easily chewable and juuu--ooo--cy! The maple syrup on the waffles mixed with the pork chop too so the sweetness combined with the tender meat was oh so GOOOOOOD. As for the Eggs Huntington, they looked very similar to an eggs benedict. I didn't get much of a taste of it, but from the bite I had, it was pretty much your typical eggs benedict. It was a poached egg that sat on 2 biscuits and when the egg is poached all of the yolk dribbles onto the biscuits which makes the biscuits that much better! I really liked the atmosphere as everyone was very chatty there and there was constantly a wait so YOU KNOW THIS PLACE IS DAMN GOOD!",real
375,"I can only comment on the food, since I don't really drink, but the sangria choices sound amazing! BF brought me here for my birthday the other night. Despite the cruddy weather, the atmosphere at Nai was lively and upbeat. We got a table towards the back. The server was really friendly and answered whatever questions we had about the menu items. I think between 2 people about 5-6 tapas plates is good, depending on how big of an appetite you have. We had: + Churrasco Arriero - skirt steak (fabulous!) + Gambas Al Ajillo - garlic shrimp (make sure you have bread for dipping!) + Caracoles - escargot (also good for dipping bread) + Empanadillas De Carne - beef empanadas (very filling) + Croquetas De Jamón - serrano ham croquettes (better than the chicken one since there's a bit more saltiness that brings out more of the flavors) + Croquetas De Pollo - chicken croquettes Overall I would recommend it for a nice evening out with friends for socializing over small bites and sangria.",real
46377,"This place is 3 blocks from my apartment so let me preface this by saying I'm spoiled! And biased.   The bread, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, etc are beyond amazing. I think they've recreated the manna from heaven. Seriously. The counter service is friendly and personable. In the cold, rain, heat, whatever! There is a smile to greet you...which is rare in this city. The coffee is beyond delicious. Stumptown, I think? Perfect. They even gave my dogs a treat or two. So please head over to Scratch. I wouldn't lead you wrong!",real
8682,Originally posted that I wasn't thrilled with the meal.  The owner contacted me via yelp and that was a really stand up thing to do. Will give it another try. Thanks!,real
15597,Great place to get drinks.  Awesome old building with outdoor seating.  Super friendly staff and cheap drinks.,real
39005,"Cute little neighborhood spot not too far from the Philly art museums, with an interesting menu and cozy decor. I've only been here for brunch -- the Moroccan eggs are tasty, as is the quiche. The omelets look pretty good as well. Excellent coffee, friendly service, good prices, decent-size portions. I agree with another Yelper's comments about the hash browns being a little strange -- kind of like partly mashed potatoes -- but with a little pepper, they were fine. This place is a fine choice if you are visiting the Philly Art Museum or the Rodin Museum (or soon the new Barnes Museum) and looking for a good local meal. Note that it's BYOB.",real
39685,"The Food is fine but I think maybe you have to be a regular for good service. We stood for about 5 minutes looking at a nearly empty restaurant at 1:30 before someone asked if we wanted to sit down. Our order was completely scrambled-- we just made the best of it.  The server had a little trouble with the idea that the kitchen might have made a mistake, so she checked the menu to be sure we weren't mistaken about what we ordered.  We had to ask for forks and napkins. I really want to like this place, but if you have to be a regular, I don't think I'm going to make the cut!",real
4887,"I've eaten at Tom's literally dozens of times, though only exclusively for breakfast. Tom's food is good, solid diner fare - the pancakes and omelets are great, and new creations keep popping up as specials. I'm partial to the fishcakes (deep fried and served with a mildly spicy dipping sauce), the pumpkin pancakes and the chili cheese omelet. Oh, and their turkey bacon is absolutely killer - give it a try! The servers are very accommodating, running customers' strollers to a storage space in the back, bringing endless coffee refills and providing service with genuine smiles. Gus and Noni (the owners) are absolute sweethearts. The people are really what makes Tom's Restaurant a gem of the neighborhood. (And for the record: Suzanne Vega wrote ""Tom's Diner"" about the restaurant in Manhattan, despite the signed lyrics hung up on the wall. She's gone on record in the NYT as saying so. I firmly believe that she should visit ""the other Tom's"" and enjoy what we Brooklynites have in our backyard!)",real
44134,"Do mine eyes and mouth deceive me?  Am I really experiencing it?  An ACTUAL pizza in the city of Philadelphia?  Not the best, but a shining star among the garbage around most of the city. I looked on Yelp for a good long time trying to find those with similar tastes in pizza and came upon Zio's.  As such, I took a drive over.  Unpleasant was the endless searching for a parking spot which ultimately resulted in a ticket.   WHY WOULD A LOADING ZONE DURING THE DAY BE A BUS STOP AT NIGHT?  I don't even think there's a route down that part of Sansom!?  Go screw PPA (and potentially SEPTA).  Also, when standing and signing my receipt, a toddler walked into my shins. Anyway, this is a winner.  The consistency is right, the ingredients fresh, the taste wholly welcome compared to the pie from Celebre I had recently.",real
46311,"I saw pictures and reviews of this place on Yelp before I got to Brooklyn. I tried it out due to the high reviews and the pictures. I was determined to get the grits, soft egg, greens, and bacon. The Chai sticky bun also looked intriguing. The person who greeted me when I came in was helpful and nice. It's crowded inside and you can't sit down but the food is delicious. I got a sticky bun (They were out of chai- pecan) It was good but it wasn't hot so not my cup of tea. I also got the grits, soft egg, broccoli rabe with bacon and it was every bit as delicious as it is in the pictures. The portion size was perfect. If I lived in Bed Stuy, I would be hitting up this place often. We need to bring this place to Florida, please?",real
47543,"My husband and I went to Philly for my birthday and made a reservation at L'Angolo for dinner. At first when you enter the restaurant, it is quite cramped and all the tables are very snug and close to each other. The food and service however is definitely worth the sacrifice of space. Our waiter was incredibly nice and allowed us to each order two half-entres each since we couldn't make up our minds on what to order. We also had forgotten to bring wine (like so many other PA restaurants, L'Angolo cannot sell alcohol), but our waiter generously filled us two glasses of left over wine a party had left behind the night before. The food is AMAZING. The veal ravioli was one of the best things I've ever had. I also ordered the spaghetti with meatballs, and the meat sauce was sweet and delicious. For dessert my husband had the tarimasu which he loved, and I enjoyed a chocolate torte with raspberry sauce. YUM! Its not outrageously priced, either. I definitely recommend L'Angolo to others who love Italian food!",real
45325,"As we were driving home, my husband wanted to stop and get brunch. I looked on yelp and it pointed me here. Parking is pretty ok around the area and we were greeted warmly but with a 40 minute wait. We decided to wait it out as the place was packed (always a good sign) and we liked how chic the ambience felt. The hostess said we would get a text when the table was ready so we went for a walk (highline is right across the street). From the crowd, the yelp reviews and how popular the place was, I was anticipating a lot. I liked the eggs and my husband liked his plate. I agree that the chef likes his salt but the service was nice, attentive and overall a nice experience but VERY BUSY. I think I would def. come back and have dinner here or a drink.",real
41142,"Not Cuban, not everything with the name cuban is. it smell like old shoes, the place was empty, @ 2pm,. I was there with my son and his friend, the waitress sees us saids you guys can sit  where ever, no Hello or welcome, I was there 5 years ago, it was jumping, nice service, the owner came to our table to chat with us. Back to the Food. Bland Black Beans, Stale Cuban Sandwich and Bad Salad with brown Avocados. Mariquitas are Plantain chips not long strips, they are served with Mojo pronounce Moho. We got Garlic Sauce the waitress, upset that we asked for Mojo, went to get us some, after we asked for mojo, they told her in the kitchen they only serve Mojo with over Yuca. This Restaurant for the $$ isn't great. Its still pending on a letter Rating. I wonder why????",real
21598,"I had the spicy tuna roll, which was unexpectedly HUGE! That does explain the high price tag, though. It definitely a meal in and of itself, which is not something I usually expect from a spicy tuna roll. Also had the hot green tea, which was pretty decent (for being, you know, an instant tea bag). Nothing amazing overall, but for a fast-food place, it was unexpectedly good. I'll definitely be back, since I work just around the corner a couple days/week.",real
23834,"Tucked off of Route 10 in East Hanover, The Market Place is one of our favorite places to go to for lunch. Their salads are HUGE. Get the antipasto one if you want an incredible meal. LOVE their sandwiches. And, even though I have never been a big fan of thin crust pizzas, I have to say the one's at the Market Place are delicious. Great ambience. It is so woodsy and warm, I never want to leave. And, I have never had bad service and find the employees to always be very nice when we eat there.",fake
48882,"Nothing special here, you'll overpay for a dull burger and slow service. Fries were good. Been twice, never again. Childish, uncomfortable decor.",fake
12643,"I LOVE PIO PIO Now that I've made that apparent, this location is the worst out of all of them. Yes, you read correctly. The waitstaff sucks and is usually understaffed on weeknights. While the decor is nice, the downstairs is stuffy and does not have enough ventilation. Also, portions are smaller that the UWS location. Why does this location get a 1 star? I asked the waiter for my own portion of green sauce to go with my Peruvian Combo 3x, eventually he brought a rather large tray of it--which would be awesome if he brought it at the beginning of my meal, not when I'm about to send the leftovers in to be wrapped up. He also managed to pour the green sauce all over my coat and jeans, did not apologize until I was about to write in the tip and was a total useless git.   Since I was out with co-workers, I did not complain to the manager in person but did so when I went home. The manager (Freddy) was friendly and nice on the phone and said that he would expense my dry-cleaning. While the management is nice, it does not excuse the behavior of the waiter.",real
9421,This my favorite Chinese place! Their beef and broccoli and chicken and broccoli are fantastic. The plantains are absolutely delicious. This is my go to place for Chinese deliciousness.,real
11428,"Bone marrow + fried oysters + plateau = plateaumygod!!!! We came on Saturday night at 9:30 and had to wait a good 45 to be seated.  ""45 minutes?!!!!,"" some of you might ask.  Calm your tits, this place is worth the wait. The food here is phenomenal.  Just look at the pictures like you normally do.  If you are a big seafood fan, the plateau is basically a tiered orgasm... great lincoln's mullet! Seriously why are you still reading this, grab a date and head out there.",real
45314,"I love this place so much, I have a regular brunch here with my friends. I love their: +bloody mary selection +breakfast pastry selection +dark roast drip coffee +brunch selection of french toast; eggs; egg sandwiches; pancakes +very sunny location/patio in spring/fall -it is ALWAYS busy/loud.  always a wait, with a reservation.",real
15853,"Just fantastic. The period-dressed servers know the menu inside and out. They can provide details on everything from drinks to entrees! They easily worked with our food restrictions (vegan and some allergies), and not one thing was screwed up. The food itself is rich and delicious- everything is quite filling. The drinks are strong (VERY STRONG) and also delicious! Also happened to go there on Thomas Jefferson's birthday- the servers know a ton about the history around as well. highly, HIGHLY recommended.",real
26194,"Awesome brunch place! Yummy warm  atmosphere. The Barking Chihuahua was so deliciously creative. The crunchy tortilla topping was just a nice touch of texture that made me just want more. However, the dish that was cream of the crop was the French Toast. Ohh yumm. The filling in the toast was everything.",real
47251,Went with 3 friends a few weeks ago. The staff was really friendly. They were a bit short-handed so the owners were waiting tables. They seemed a bit overwhelmed by it but it was charming. Great location and excellent food. Not fussy at all. Great option for brunch in New Haven when you're not in the mood to wait in line at the Pantry or the like.,real
5173,best chimichurry period,fake
19207,"Thiru's dosas were my intro to this wonderful Indian treat, and proved that NY street food can be amazing. A friend who works nearby at NYU brought me here 2 years ago, and for a while after that it was a weekly thing for me (I'm always quite disappointed when I find he's taken the day off). The line is often long, and moves slowly because everything is made to order. Everything is vegan and delicious, and around $4-5 for more than enough food! The masala dosa is an old fave, a good standby, with tasty curried potatoes inside a crispy, light dosa, served with coconut chutney and a spicy sambar (veggie soup) - it's heavenly! The pondicherry masala dosa is the same with added veggies (lettuce, red and green bellpeppers and raw ginger) - it's one of the most popular items. Also tried the uttapam, which is made from the same batter as the dosa, but thicker, more like a pancake, with the above-mentioned veggies in it. I've also tried the jaffna dosa lunch (made with a different batter, comes as 4 smaller ""crepes"" topped with something sweet and crumbly, with hot sauce on the side if you want), the idly lunch (big white puffy lentil patties served in a hearty portion of spicy sambar) and the roti lunch (chopped up roti and veggies, another fave, and usually sells out by 1pm!). I'm determined to make my way down the menu! Also try a roti roll ($2), samosa or the veggie drumstick, both of which are just $1 of fried yumminess! Thiru, the man behind this amazing cart, is adorable and friendly. What can I say, delicious, cheap, hearty food served with a smile! And with all the media attention he's received in the last few years, he's a local celeb!",real
44144,"There is a weird thing about most of the pizza shops in Philadelphia.  Most of them have this aweful crust that retains all the grease which are topped by canned ingredients. Zio's is a great shop tucked away  in Center City.  They use mostly fresh ingredients that compliment a great selection of pizzas.  Best thing I can recommend is the Zio's Special Pizza.  Fresh mozzarella, spinach, filetto pomidoro,  olive oil and balsamic vinegar.  mmMMm. Everyone I've introduced or talked about with this place enjoyed.  I think you will too unless you are a hardcore regional pizza fan.",real
48307,"The meticulous crafting of the sandwiches is impressive. There isn't an ingredient out of place. The zon banh mi was rather moist, with a strong pepper taste from the pate. It had a good amount of pickled vegetables and the bread was fluffy and a bit crisp. It's a bit more refined than my favorite spot in Chinatown, and you'll pay a bit more for it ($6.25), but it's rather enjoyable.",real
39350,went there last night after being turned away at Pepolino and Blue Ribbon brasserie bc we did not make reservations. Everywhere was packed! fortunately got seated promptly at Les Amis. Place was very cute and service was good. Good prices too considering the area. I had the mussels dinner entree - a large portion with meaty and well seasoned bivalves. Husband had french onion soup and steak and frites - he liked it. nothing to write home about but worked quite well as a plan B!,fake
33873,"I never remember anything I order from here (although I never have a bad experience) but OMG the salsa verde. My man and I have been slowly tweaking our homemade formula to match this as closely as possible. Could seriously sit in here and just eat the chips and green salsa, it's soooo good. Nice neighborhood bar/restaurant. Frequently very crowded and noisy (so could be a plus or minus, depending on who you are). Solid.",real
5054,Friendly bartenders who really know how to shake up a top-shelf cocktail. Also a great place for conversation and sitting at outdoor tables in-season.,fake
1832,"Growing up in South Philly, 34 years,  Geno's steaks were once a great enjoyable sandwich. Now they've gotten cheaper meat which is nothing but fat and charge way too much for a sandwich. They have just become more commercialized. There is nothing special about this sandwich except the name. Sorry Geno's, you're just not the same steak anymore.",real
30410,We ate dinner here on a Sunday night. The food was unusual and delicious. The atmosphere was very comfortable and attractive. The service was outstanding.,real
13495,"I only really appreciated Plum after repeated visits. It's easy to assume that it would be like so many places where, for example, there's variety in the salads they make, but they're ordinary. In reality, everything on the menu is a little better than other places. The recipes, the fresh ingredients, and the presentation are all a cut above. The juices are made fresh, they make proper espressos, and the signature sandwich is as good as everyone says. Plus, the atmosphere is cool (I've seen a few restaurants go through this space, and Plum has done the best interior design) and the service is always friendly. Next time you're waiting in a long line outside Raymond's remember Plum is just around the corner.",real
17997,"this place doesn't need another review, what with the already 1.5 hour queues on weekend mornings. hapless, helpless addicts of the wonderfully creamy and molten maple butter that they were kind enough to dish out in bite-sized pancake samples to awaiting guests the last time we were there. the rest of the menu is very good but a tad overpriced, but hey, it pays to be the best breakfast in town.",real
4775,"Nothing beats the authenticity of this place. This place is original and unique in its own way. I have ate here countless times, mostly for breakfast and brunch. You can expect to see a line outside and around the block from this restaurant every weekend! They offer you orange slices and coffee to those waiting outside, so the wait feels like nothing. The owner frequently strolls the Diner and visits with some of the guests and is very friendly. The service is fast and the food is deliciously fresh! This place has a special homely feeling that beats all other Diners.",real
17811,"Clinton St. Baking Company, I love you.  Thank you for providing me with the best breakfast I've ever had in America. Even on a Saturday at 2PM, there is a very long wait, but it's okay; trust me, it's worth it. Take one bite of the pancakes (I ordered the blueberry, but there is also banana walnut and chocolate chunk) and it completely negates all that time spent waiting to be seated.  These are seriously the best damn pancakes I've ever had in my whole life, and I don't even really like pancakes to begin with.  They're so light and fluffy on the inside, but the outside is also perfectly cooked as well.  It's firm and almost a bit toasty, only slightly enough just to give it some texture.  Yes, the warm maple butter is amazing but seriously, these pancakes are able to hold their own even without the maple buttah.  Mmmm.   The buttermilk biscuit sandwich was good too; flaky, doughy, buttery biscuit smeared with homemade tomato jam served with fluffy scrambled eggs topped with melted cheddar and hash browns.  Delicious.  My boyfriend got a side of the sugar cured bacon.  That is a really cool flavor.  Very sweet but also savory and pork-y.  Definitely a must try. We got a side of grits too.  I love me some grits, and these were very satisfying. One word sums it all up: YUM. Cash only!",real
45781,"LOVE it when great places take reservations on OpenTable. Love it more when the place has a delicious, inventive menu with a banana split sundae to boot. A go-to spot on my rotation. Cool that its across from a HighLIne entrance.",real
37882,"Nothing is hip about paying top dollar food that can be made in a dorm room on a George Forman Grill. Their kitchen stove and sink is no bigger than a street Halal cart, seriously! I heard so much about this place and was looking forward to trying it out. I know Brazilian food very well, and I can say this spot is mediocre at best. I did have an so-so grilled sandwich (Bauru) that did not remind me of the town or the ones my father-in-law makes. The Caipirinha's were not impressive, but the wait staff attitudes were.  I had about 6 people; we left a nice tip but were never thanked or told to come back again. At least at Miss Favela you will get food as good as a local spot in Queens plus live music on Saturday.",real
16425,"Sooo Clinton St. Baking Company is pretty much ranked the #1 breakfast place in NYC. We waited over a hour and a half and it was definitely good. Blueberry Pancakes with warm maple butter ($14 - 4 stars) - K, the pancakes are super fluffy and the maple butter is what is original. Its so sweet and addicting. Hash browns ($4 - 4 stars) Didn't look that appealing but very good Fried green tomatoes ($7 - 4 stars) Overall, I wish I would have tried the specialty crab cake Benedict. But my friend and I weren't that hungry so we decided to pass. Not sure if I'd come back on my next trip. I'd rather try other brunch places :)",real
3744,"It's back open again! Dig! So if I were to write a review about it, let me share this: cleanliness is godliness. In this area, Kelliann's has improved considerably. The bathroom is still small, but feels much cleaner, and isn't that what you really want from a bathroom? And though the bar has just been varnished, and that might explain it, it doesn't smell like rancid beer. I mean, I never noticed it... I may have been too close. Frankly, I never cared. It's about booze. Otherwise same bar, same crowd, same things I've missed for over a month. Good to be back, hope to see you here!",real
13718,"Good drop by with co workers spot, good prices, but not the best clams on earth but very good none the less",real
23545,"After reading the great reviews here I was so excited to try this restaurant, but after experiencing it first hand i find it unbelievable that this restaurant has such great reviews.  I think people need to get out of jersey and try a good cuban restaurant in the city.  I do have a little bias since i've been dating a cuban girl for almost 10 years, and have had the chance to try a lot of cuban dishes made by her parents who were born in Cuba. I came here with a group of 9 for a birthday on a Saturday night around 8.  We knew the wait was going to be a while so we stocked up on beer to drink while we waited.  We were told the wait would be over an hour, but were seated after about 45 minutes.   We ordered a few tapas to start, the ham croquettas, papita de queso, chorizo al vino, and fried plantains.  I've never seen ham corquettas that looked like this, and they just werent good.  They were small, and you couldn't even tell ham was in there, it just tasted fried.  The papita de queso was a very similar experience, just tasted fried.  The fried plantains tasted much more like fried banana then plantains, and had a floury flavor to it.  The chorizo was pretty good, but theres not much to mess up.   As an entree I got the vaca fritas, which comes with rice, beans, and sweet plantains.  The vaca fritas was very flavorful, but so dry and chewy.  You could taste the flavor in your first few bites, but then have to chew it for another 2 minutes to get it down.  The sides were definitely the best part of the meal, and they were just ok. Many people at the table had similar experiences, with their food also being dry and chewy.   I had the tres leches for dessert and must say it was very good.  Others had the flan and said it was ok although i didn't try it. 4 people I was out to dinner with were born in Cuba, and not one person said that they had a good meal.  As one of them put it, Sophie's is better, and cheaper.",real
4190,"Love this place!! Breakfast pretty much from morning til early afternoon ( :(  )It can be crowed & a bit of a wait at times, but in the end of it all its worth it.",fake
17699,"Lemme start this review off by saying that: People who are used to diner food and nothing better are going to LOVE this place.. Anyone else will realize that Clinton St Baking Company is nothing more than an extremely long wait for an overhyped breakfast. As everyone else has mentioned, you will be waiting A WHILE before you get a table, so plan on either going really early or eating really late.  One of the reasons for the long wait is the fact that the place is TINY.  There is absolutely nothing special about it..  Looks like any other diner with the window to the kitchen right in your face..  I ordered the blueberry pancakes and to this day I ABSOLUTELY DONT UNDERSTAND WHAT THE FUSS IS ABOUT.  The pancakes are heavy and leave you with nothing more than a wasted morning and a stomach ache. Oh and to top things off on the ""shit-scale"", this place only takes cash..",real
24438,"I live in West Philadelphia and absolutely love this bar. I go there when I'm up, when I'm down, heck- whenever I feel like it! I think the happy hour from 5-7pm on weekdays is great, with $3.00 local beers. Every once in a while we get a beer on the house, which keeps me coming back for more! The ever-changing beer selection is both expansive and easily accessible. Let's say you want to bring your father who just wants something cold, GREAT! But then you got your brother, the beer snob, you know what? GREAT! Your mom? LOVES THAT PILSNER. GREAT!  Then you have a date, and its perfect for hanging out. And drinking some BEER. I will say it can get crowded around happy hour on nice days, especially since it's close to Penn, which can lead to copious amounts of grad students, but heck, there is room to stand and they never stay too long.   As for the food, I love it! My husband and I used to have a burger every week, and I can say the veggie is not as good as the meatie. But the veg options are still good. The fries are great, especially with a little of the malt vinegar! C'mon then you get an ICE COLD BEER to wash it down? GREAT.",real
10995,"The shredded chicken pho here is absolutely amazing. We're generally Pho Boston fans but decided to try this out - so happy we did. Something in the broth - cinnamon? cardomon? cumin? - gives it a sweeter, earthier taste that is scrumptious and warming. Both the chicken and noodles were fresh and well prepared. Can't wait for cooler weather because this will hit the spot on a cold winter day. The place is light (lots of windows) and the decor is simple and clean. The service was very good (Pho Boston can be a bit slow at times). We also had spring rolls (very good, the peanut dipping sauce was surprisingly tangy) and a papaya salad with teriyaki beef which was also great. Big glass of ice water with lemon (nice!) and a pot of tea (and not shy bringing a refill). It's a newish place, so not really busy right now, but I suspect it will get busier - and parking might become an issue if it gets popular. Only complaint - not much for the vegetarian - so we'll continue to visit Pho Boston for the vegetable laden Pho Chay. But Pho 68 is a really welcome addition to the great restaurants on New Park!",real
713,"Offers a phenomenal (and phenomenally delicious) selection of Spanish tapas as well as multiple flavors of sangria. They even did a live Flamenco show right next to our table! It wasn't too pricey, either. For our group of 7, the total came out to $21/person, sangria included. It was a bit loud, but I think that the atmosphere is designed to cater to larger groups. Go with 6+ people, and expect to have a great time!",real
48271,Best I've had.,real
30693,"how about get awesome?  i was introduced to the beauty of radishes and butter here (it sounded gross to me, but was actually good) and had a seriously amazing cheese plate for dessert.  the backyard is small, but quiet and pretty.  they could use some more lighting, my old woman eyes had trouble reading the menu.  i can't wait to go for the pig roast!",real
29228,Im in love with this place. The ackee and salt fish with fried dumplings are on point.,real
18335,"We waited around 50 minutes for brunch on a Sunday, and it was totally worth it. The blueberry pancakes with maple syrup, needless to say, was absolutely amazing.  The pancakes were fluffy and the syrup was delicious.  They have samples for people to try while waiting for a table.  They were really good.   We also ordered the Southern Breakfast.  It was also delicious.  Portion is huge.  Flavors were great.  Whole dish was perfect.  The cheese was not too heavy and it was a great addition. The buttermilk biscuit wasn't so good.  I had a bite and passed up on it.  Rather save my appetite for the pancakes and eggs ;) I really wish the wait is not as horrible so I can come here all the time!  Would probably try to order delivery from them to see how it holds up.",real
22003,Food was great. Tapas style. The place is extremely small so you will share your small tables with others (unless you have 8 people in your party).  The staff also explains the food very well - it makes you appreciate the food more.,real
7923,"Let me just head this off by saying that when my friends and I arrived at the restaurant, I was full. But after my first bite, I couldn't help stuffing my face. We started with poikilia (a trio of Greek dipping sauces and some pita bread) and the octopus dish that everyone else on Yelp was raving about. The sauces were fairly good, but the octopus starter was AMAZING. It was served warm and deliciously seasoned. I ordered lamb chops for my entree, which was served with stuffed eggplants and fingerling potatoes. The lamb chops were juicy and tender. I ate everything, and I don't even like eggplants. For dessert, even though we were bursting, we ordered buttered phyllo triangles filled with greek custard covered in honey and cinnamon. Delicious. Every bite of the food here left me speechless. I could barely walk out of the restaurant after dinner, but I have no regrets.",real
31830,"I second the BLT recommendation; one of the best sandwiches I've had in a while. The yucca chips and pickled veggies that came with it were also stellar. They serve Stumptown coffee (hooray!) and have a great variety of prepared food and sides. Also, they're vegan friendly! Wonderful ambiance in a spacious, well laid out cafe. A great addition to the neighborhood.",real
39621,"Amazing food and drink menu with an atmosphere that has a modern, rustic, country Vermont feel. The staff is very nice and knowledgeable. The food is presented perfectly and is delicious and rich, with small to medium sized portions which I love when dinning out. Our food and drinks were all perfect. Enjoy two locations, one in Waterbury and the other in Burlington.",real
24966,"If you are in a mood for eating super healthy lunch/dinner, this is the place. Highly nutritious gourmet food for a cheap price. My favorites here are lemon chicken and mahi grill. Although tasty, I must add a caveat that it's not the usual taste that satiates everybody's taste buds. It's unique and many might find it bland at first, but you'll eventually love it. They have a meticulously formulated menu keeping your daily nutrient intake in mind. A yelp checkin apparently gives you a free drink. This is more of a take out place with very few seats. A Yelp checkin gives a free drink!",real
10895,"I placed an order on-line for 3 pies and 3 bottles of soda - total bill came to 100.00 - to be delivered to a university group on campus.  In the special instruction area I gave the phone number and name of the person who would be receiving the pizza.  The delivery drive dropped off the pizza to the building of the event, NOT THE ROOM, and gave it to students.  He never called the recipient of the pizza and we never received the pizza, BUT WE GOT BILLED FOR IT. DO NOT ORDER FROM THEM!",fake
18600,"After all the raving reviews from friends about the Clinton Street Baking Company, I have to say I was rather disappointed. I went with one of my all time favorite breakfast meals, blueberry pancakes, as did my Mom so unfortunately there isn't much else to review. We both agreed the pancakes were rather doughy flavored and underwhelming. To be fair, the coffee was good and the baked goods looked quite tasty. I might give it another try in the future.",real
10037,Top spot for brunch in University City. Perfect place to do some day drinking with their AYCD (all you can drink) mimosas or bottomless bloody marys. Very much a farm-to-table place. Highlights include Pork Roll and Egg sandwich and the Brunch Burger.,real
43079,"Ok, let's just say that after brunch.... my friend and I had to sit & rest for 30min and could barely walk because my stomach was SO heavy. Go there if you have chocolate fever + love super sweet stuff! Lesson #1 - DON'T order any sweet entrees if you're having dessert! Lesson #2 - Eat the dessert sloooowly, so you don't kill your teeth or stomach. My friend and I shared the banana chocolate french toast and steak sandwich.... Gotta admit, the steak sandwich was YUUUM (try it). The service was really slow even though there weren't many customers. I ordered a Chocolate Chai, thinking it'd be a flavorful blend between chocolate & chai tea (duh) but the drink was just like normal chai tea. For $6. For dessert, we got the banana crepe... oh-my-god, please eat it with the ice-cream because the sweetness was putting me into a major food coma.",real
49974,Took the family out for a casual dinner at Bartaco and was thoroughly pleased with the quality of the service and food. The ordering process works well for larger groups and you cannot beat the placement of a card in a table holder to get your waiter or one walking by attention for a drink refill or more food. We started with drinks and guacamole and then had an assortment of tacos and sides. The wild boar and fried oyster tacos were great. If you are looking for something different than the usual West Hartford fare with a vibrant bar scene you can't beat this place.,real
1174,"Geno's is a Philly icon, and for good reason.  The 'wiz wit' seemed like a bad idea at first, but upon my first taste, I realized how mistaken I was.  Provolone? Was I seriously getting provolone for that long?  God almighty, I was missing out!  I've seen a lot of bad reviews on this place, and I've decided that its a sign of the end of Western Civilization.",fake
10761,Go Back to Starbucks Vicki M - Black and Brew is great!  The girls who work here are fantastic.  Food is great for bfast and lunch and this place is just overall good for the neighborhood.  Coffee is La Colombe and it is fine. John B,fake
31711,"Fantastic dinner spot-- this place should be getting more attention!  The menu is small, but changes seasonally.  The dishes are creative and surprising-- nice, fresh ingredients with the occasional touch of molecular gastronomy techniques, ie. a dish I tried last week had a spicy Thai gelatin dip that was weird and delicious, alongside more classic roasted vegetables.  There's a  fixed-price meal option, and the restaurant is BYOB-- there's a wine shop around the corner if you don't want to bring one from home.  Food portions are just right-- on my most recent visit, I even wound up bringing home some leftovers that I couldn't bear to leave on the plate.",real
16788,"Before coming here, I thought that there was no way pancakes could be better than just good. Imagine my surprise when I bit into these fluffy stacks of joy. My mind struggling to comprehend how good those pancakes tasted was like an ant trying to comprehend special relativity. They are, hands down, without a doubt, indubitably, the most delicious pancakes I've ever had. Get the pancakes. Everyone should have the chance to experience such perfection. I'm pretty sure it would result in world peace or something.",real
32912,"Would be a 5, but they have to do something about the air conditioning in the summer, and their oysters are excellent but pricey. Otherwise, wonderful seafood BYOB.",real
4804,"This place is great, and if it weren't overcrowded, would be a top choice. It's a basic diner that does the little things right - like adding beef and turkey sausage to the menu. And serving cool versions of pancakes. They even have crab and fish cakes, to go with the eggs - which come with a great spicy sauce. Nothing is mind blowing - but everything is above par. Which, in the world of overpriced NY restaurant disappointments, makes Tom's a find. Step inside, you'll know this is the real deal: No designer, no executive chef or fancy menu-writer. Nothing's dusted, crusted, topped or sprinkled. But the place has character, earned over time, and everything is cooked just fine. I love this place. (That being said, though, I wouldn't wait in line around any block for any pancakes, anywhere.)",real
37111,"I always hit Fork and Spoon on their off hours but, have always been greeted by a friendly face and lots of tasty options.  Their coffee is always good and their fruit and sandwich offerings are always fresh and delicious.  Sorta makes me wish I worked around them to try the udon, ramen, bibimbap etc.",real
11744,"finally came here for the first time last night at 2am and all i can think about now is their beef marrow & oxtail marmalade.  the bread was toasted but soft, the marmalade was sweet and slightly tangy, which went perfectly with the salty, fatty marrow.  we also had the pu pu platter but after experiencing the marrow, i couldn't focus on anything else. servers were friendly and we got a table pretty quickly.  the bar was crowded but it wasn't too loud in there either, which was great. yeah.. i definitely have to go back.  damn you beef marrow, i'm in love.",real
24520,"I was once served a raw hamburger at the Local 44. Really raw. Raw as in cold ground meat mush. It couldn't have been grilled for more than 30 seconds on each side! They were very gracious and apologetic about it, and this isn't totally unforgivable in my book and it didn't keep me from coming back, but it does taint my view of the place. The other food I've had here has failed to really blow me away. The corndog bites (I think they should be re-named hushpuppydogs... like hush puppies and hot dogs! get it?!) are ok and the hamburger, once properly cooked, was pretty good. The Breakfast Bomb, a brunch option that involves scrapple and eggs and cheese and stuff in a gutted bagel, is the only entree that I'd really rave about. The beer list is great. To me this place is the opposite of the Memphis Taproom, which serves amazing food but rarely offers a beer I like. I'll grab a drink at the Local 44 if I'm in the area, I just wish I could stop thinking of it as the place where I ate raw ground meat.",real
25967,"I had my first experience with escargot here.  my friend insists it was traditional french style.....i don't know anything about snails but all I know is that they were served up to us in a dish of simmering pesto butter.......sooooo good.   in all honesty it tasted like mushrooms.  that's one more thing off the list.   the wine here was good.  we ordered a cab sav from chile which was really good and a lot smoother and than other cabs i've had.   the prices weren't too bad, the creme brulee was good and so was the chocolate fondant, which is basically a lava cake of really good dark chocolate.  beware, all of the aforementioned items were super rich.  but you don't have to be super rich to eat here. still it wasn't cheap but it's in the yuppy region of LES so......yeah.   one bottle cab sav one order escargot creme brulee chocolat fondant $55",real
23685,"This is a nice little Italian restaurant. Typical Italian dishes (oreganato, parmigiana) and 'on the menu' dishes are your best bet here. Strip Mall location, inside is moderate size, not overly spacious. Has a small bar. Decent moderate-priced California wine selection. Owners are usually there ensuring the waitstaff keep on their toes.",real
5403,"Let's talk about the location of Underdogs for a second. It's clever that the name might be a play on the location of the restaurant - it's underneath a building. You have to walk downstairs to get your underdog. Let's talk about hot dogs at Underdogs for a second. These dogs are like the bulldogs of hot dogs...a'int no whimpy wieners here...just plump, girthy beef to fill up your gut. The Coney Classic is delicious - the mustard is spicy and the sauerkraut is crunchy. The dog is juicy and beef-y...a'int no fillers here. The Adonis is fine too - though the lamb tastes a bit more like falafel than an animal of any sort. Trick your vegetarian friends - tell them about the new falafel hot dog. Let's talk about the french fries at Underdogs for a second. They're dark gold and oh-so-diappable. They're bendy and are well suited to the Georgia BBQ Sauce - whatever this is, it's indescribably wonderful. The Malt Vinegar aioli is delicious as well - but mix it up a bit so that you get more of the malt than the mayo. The chocolate cayanne mole is definitely an adventure worth exploring - it tastes a bit like pureed beef chili. The pico de gallo isn't really a dip because it really is pico de gallo. Let's talk about the best way to eat at Underdogs. Skip the bun. Eat the dog (1.5 dogs per person is sufficient). Share a regular size fry (or large if you're a fiend) and order as many dipping sauces as possible. GET THE GEORGIA BBQ SAUCE AND THE MALT VINEGAR AIOLI.",real
47136,"Frankly, one of the best meals I've had in awhile. Food is incredibly fresh. Service was perfect. The cocktails were yummy (try the OBAO Sunray), and the ambience is nice and laid back. We had the spare ribs wrapped on sugar cane (must try) and steamed dumplings to start. Then chili cashew chicken and pho ga for our meals. Simply outstanding.",real
20463,"Perfect for what we were looking for. EXCELLENT SERVICE!  Gnocchi was too die for.... I will never forget how rich and delicious it was. Husband had the duck dish, excellent as well. Would love to come back on our next NYC trip.",real
25988,"On our way to Freeman's on an already bitter cold, October night, D and I spotted Jadis and decided to give it a go. It looked so cozy from the outside and the long bar so inviting. Really, we couldn't not go in! We grabbed two stools at the bar despite the fact that there were several tables available. We like having a view of the action (if you know what I mean, heh heh). The menu is perfect to share with a selection of small plates, paninis, salads and some delectable sounding apps. The wine menu is beautiful. Seriously. Something for everyone at very reasonable prices. I don't think I saw a bottle over $50. D and I split one of the meat and cheese platters, the Anna Salad (pear, goat cheese, spinach and beet) and a Pinot Noir from Loire Valley. We wanted to get the bacon wrapped scallops, too but decided to see if we *really* needed them after our order. I mean, you always need bacon wrapped anything, but the platter was a really generous sampling of salami chorizo, manchego, blue cheese and a lovely smoked ham - along with an ENTIRE baguette that D and I not only finished, but the sweet man behind the bar asked if he could get us another (yes, you can and now you also see the benefits of sitting at the bar) There are several leather sofas in the back which looked very inviting to kick back with a few friends and a few bottles. The bar was perfect to catch up over a glass, and the tables fit the bill for a more romantic meal with a date. Personally, I couldn't have asked for a more cozy, satisfying find on a crisp, blowy night and look forward to Jadis keeping me warm a few more times this winter.",real
32098,"Tons of banchan anywhere from 13-15 different kinds! I normally order the tofu soup and eat only half because I'm so full off the banchan! My daughter and husband always order the BBQ- although very pricey. When you order the BBQ combinations (for 3-4 people) you also get a tofu soup, steamed egg dish, Korean pancake! Even though it's pricey the combos are worth the money. My daughter has ordered the chicken Katsu before (they also serve Japanese) and she enjoyed it. The fried rice is ok, not the best I've had. Recommend you stick with the Korean menu items.",real
22413,"HORRIBLE!! HORRIBLE!  Y does this place refuse to have reservations for large parties.  Their food is OK, not great.  Been waiting for over an hour for a party of 12 for a table. Only came here because family from out of town for some reason love this place.  Will never come here ever!! Large parties stay away.  Wait time has been close to 2 hours!",fake
40458,"i'll give it up to barrio chino. kept hearing of this place from long time NY'ers. finally had to give it a try. pros: grapefruit margaritas!, fidel (the bartender), cute space, decent mex food, guacamole ($8) i'm from LA, so i'm a bit bias when it comes to mexican food. chicken tacos were ok - nothing to write home about. but overall vibe/service/food were solid, and i would come back again.",real
16510,"Ahhh! I love pancakes and I love breakfast for dinner even more! Where do I begin?! Went here on a Thursday night with two other friends a little bit before they were closing, but the staff was super friendly, seated us right away, and made our experience wonderful- didn't feel rushed for even a moment. I ordered the wild blueberry pancakes- DELISH, and we got an order of the sugar cured bacon for the table- AMAZING. If you love bacon, you will pretty much die and go to heaven when you try this!! I loved every minute of my experience there, and cannot wait to go back!!!!!",real
4780,"had the peppers and onion omelet with homefries and a side-order of turkey sausage, crisp on the outside, perfectly tender and seasoned on the inside, not your usual rubbery diner sausage went in the middle of a workday, no problem getting a seat will definitely have to try the cherry lime ricky, lemon ricotta hotcakes, and the chocolate egg cream...never had those before",real
22438,"What a disgrace!!!! My sister who is in a wheelchair was treated with such disrespect! They seated us at the end table where the wheelchair wasn't even fitting properly. AFTER 45 MIN OF COMPLETE Ignorance, the waitress didn't even take out order and when we asked what was going on, threw us out of their restaurant!  This is the most disgusting treatment we have ever encountered. I will spread the word everywhere not to ever give this place any business. The owner should be ashamed of himself.",fake
49394,Awesome pho! My first time visiting I was a bit wary because of the appearance. They also don't have options. Each time I have come it has been packed.,real
26169,"An excellent eatery located in the heart of Philadelphia, Sabrina's is sure to whet your palate for an early morning meal. The stuffed french toast is out of this world, and could not be happier with portion size. A real trick is to order a half portion, as you and your wallet will still be stuffed. I also ordered a meal off their specialty menu, which was superhero themed. Excellent! One complaint. This place is TINY so expect a wait or call ahead. The wait staff was nice and they were very attentive to my water needs. A+!",fake
16273,Honestly the food is good but it's not the best I feel this place is a bit too commercial for the neighborhood just a tip get there early for the line,real
2569,"It happens all the time, whenever a successful business is created, someone rips it off with a crappier model right next door and steals 10% of their market share. If you usually prefer the fake over the original, you'll probably love Genos!",real
36624,Three stars because the food was great. The service left much to be desired. Slow and not very friendly.,real
41954,"That muddled blueberry, mint, lemon juice, and gin concoction was so amazing I wanted 5 of them (and I don't usually drink). That burger is fucking ridiculous and I wanted to seriously order 3 more and stuff them in my purse. Too bad the fries were average. Nothing beats a good burger more than even better fries. I'm comin back for their mac and cheese and their fried pickles. This place is a gem for Astoria. So good that I may even drag my Manhattan friends over here. PS the wait staff are awesome. Good looking too. :)",real
19725,"Really good po boys. Catfish and fried chix were both really good. Really good mac and cheese, too.",real
27315,"Service was awesome. My steak was good. Green sauce on it was rare. Yet, I don't see where the name butter milk is from. Buttermilk chicken my friend ordered wasn't milky at all.",real
31688,"I love Brooklyn Commune. It is such a gathering place for KWT. The friendly, open vibe encourages everything from CSA distributions to family style theme dinners to local activist efforts to freelancers to mommy groups. There is so much to love, including: -delicious coffee ($2 for a small Stumptown...yum) -very healthy, tasty, seasonal menu with creative options for carnivores, vegetarians and vegans -friendly, professional service, which counts for a lot for me -low key, open, airy, ""linger as long as you like"" atmosphere -large bathroom with a changing table -BYO policy, and with Juice Box next door I am ashamed to admit I have never taken advantage! I will say that some menu items, like small cookies, are pretty expensive for what they are, and that I have been disappointed in the soups. But this place is a cornerstone of the neighborhood, and I hope they will be here for many years to come.",fake
25154,"This place is great! Perfectly situated on the east village block such that you can grab a late night drunk taco. The tacos were made to order, delicious and fresh. They were only 3.50 and change to boot. Right across the street from Bua for those late nights!",real
8858,"I've never ate in, only takeout, but the place looks adorable.  The Nettie and fried green tomatoes are my favorite but i've had a few other things on the menu and they've all been delicious. Quality food and fairly inexpensive.",real
24924,"great place, awesome atmosphere ! 5 stars",fake
20956,"I was pleasantly surprised about Uva. It's hard to beat for Italian food in this neighborhood, and even tougher to beat for wine selection. Honestly, if this exact restaurant was transplanted into the east/west village, I'd give them three stars. But for a place this good, way up on the east side, I've got to give them props. As many others have said, the gnocchi is fantastic and worth a try. They also offer wine ""flights"" which are a fantastic value and a great way to try a few vintages. Be forewarned, you do risk looking like a complete alcoholic with these flights, as my date and I had six full-size wine glasses on our table at one point, barely allowing room for our actual food. Worth it. Make a reservation here, as it gets crowded on weekends, but definitely check out Uva if you're on the east side and looking for some great pasta and wine.",real
8807,"Been here twice and both times have been great. John and his family are kind and attentive, the atmosphere is wonderful and the food is fantasic. Dined on my egg, bacon, pickled squash and honey biscuit to Frank Sinatra this morning and it was lovely.",real
9067,"Stopped by this place on the Bon Appetit Grub Crawl on Friday. I loved everything about this place. Top three reasons why I'd come back are: 1) Staff 2) Vibe 3) Food The staff was so friendly, the owner was so chill and sweet. The staff are obviously having a great time and love what they do - which is so refreshing and fun. The staff were dancing around and having an awesome time and just loving life, which was contagious. The vibes here are great. I loved the outdoor space with the DJ. Nothing felt too contrived. Food was off the charts good. I had the ribs and bbq chicken wings. then they gave us these watermelon drinks. Yummmmm!",real
24063,The paella was okay.  A bit dry.  Definitely a place to go for the Rodizio.  The salad bar was small compared to other places in Newark.  The meats were good quality.  Off the beaten path from Ferry Street.,real
16848,"The BEST blueberry pancakes I have EVER had in my life!!! I can't begin to describe how amazing it tasted, but even when I was stuffed and couldn't take another bite, I just had to! So fresh and fluffy, with just the right amount of crisp, and blueberry goodness flavor....nom nom nom. The wait for this brunch place is ridiculous, believe the reviews, but in answering what you are probably thinking - YES, it is totally WORTH the wait. Just DO IT! I wish the place was bigger and more glamorous, but it's not, so you gotta do what you can to get inside! I went with my 5 girlfriends, and stayed across the street for the 1st hour, then decided we had time to shop a little before coming back...that was our mistake, as they text you when a table is ready (but you only have 10-15min to claim it), so we were running back when the text arrived. Sadly, our table was taken, and had to wait yet another hour for ours - we obviously learned our lesson, and waited right outside, sitting on the bench they have. When you hear that it takes 2-3 hours to be seated, I'm sure it is a deterrent for most, but think about how time flies when you're with your friends and just chatting up a storm, it won't be so bad, and you get a great meal out of it. Just thinking of the blueberry pancakes makes my mouth water, freaking A-MAZEBALLS! :D",real
31974,The most amazing and authentic mexican food on the east coast....and if your too early you can always have the california omelet or not to be outdone is the breakfast burrito topped with any of his homemade sauces.,fake
40041,Entirely and utterly underwhelming.,real
32155,"Two Thumbs Up! I went to this restaurant based on the reviews found on Yelp. I'm glad I did! The service was GREAT, fast, and extremely friendly. The food was outstanding and reasonably priced with what you get.(Think about 14 side dishes when you order BBQ) I definitely recommend this restaurant, especially if you are seeking a change from the standard steak, seafood, or BBQ restaurant. MUST TRY! Tip- pork kalbi was awesome! You should try!",real
31122,"Beyond excellent service. We had a huge group on Christmas, and it was a delight to sit on the top floor under a tree. To give you an example of the attention to detail, I ordered my food spicy, so the staff made sure everything I was served, including my Mango Lassi was spiced. I like my water warm, no ice, and the staff remembered that throughout the meal. They also remembers I liked spice, so Even my water had cardamom in it. (To remember one persons preference in a group of ten, for the course of a long complicated meal is amazing) I had Lamb Pasada: Sweet creamy and nice tender lamb, (I asked for it spicy, and glad I did) Surprised that even my husband, a lamb hater, enjoyed it. Everything our table ordered was good from Paneers to Spinach to Chicken and even the Okra (and I hate that veggie with a vengeance) it's hard to understand how they made Okra so tasty? Indian Magic? Secret spices? The only off notes were the Chicken Tiki Masala was a little ""safe/plain/lackluster"" and the veggie kabobs were dry, but out of 20 or so items we ordered two slight misses can't diminish everything else which was excellent.",real
35383,"I ate here when I was most definitely NOT on detox.  That being said, I dig look around and ask questions ('cuz I be's like that).   What I discovered:  This is place has five definite DETOX APPROVED options with potential for two additional options on any given night. And despite the tight space and ""downtown-centric"" staff, the food is pretty slammin' all around. Things to know before you go: -Portions run small. -They use high quality olive oil for sauteeing and finishing. -Ask about daily specials & daily fish specials - they might just fit the DETOX APPROVED bill) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Starters Cogollos con Bonito del Norte (Tuna Tartare) $13 Baby romaine, preserved yellow fin tuna, aioli emulsion, golden beets and piquillio pepper vinaigrette. Pulpo (Octopus) $14 Poached octopus, local potato emulsion, sauteed greens, smoked paprika, extra virgin olive oil Mains Bacalao $29 House salted local cod fish, poached leeks, butternut squash, empeltre olives, wild mushrooms, farmer 's leek pil-pil sauce (pil-pil sauce = garlic, olive oil, fish juices) Sides Salteado de Temporada $9 Sauteed seasonal greens, roasted beets, garlic, guindilla peppers & olive oil Pimientos del Piquillo $9 Confit of Piquillo Peppers (confit = piquillo peppers, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, salt) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - *DETOX APPROVED = NO sugar, dairy, wheat, wheat-gluten, non-organic tofu, deep fried foods, red meat, coffee or alcohol. As always, give me shout if this worked out for you...or if for some reason it didn't.",real
25957,"on a weekend visit, i was happy to have gotten the opportunity to stop by jadis.  i'm a huge fan of wine bars and was glad that my friends chose this place to start off the evening.  it is neatly tucked along the road and does a great job of not exploiting itself.  what's best is that they seem to go down the comfort route rather than stuffing its space with chairs and small tables.  with a few seating areas surrounded by plush couches, friends can find themselves perfectly secluded to enjoy bottles of wine, good food, and great conversation.  my only wish is that the owners would move to dc and open up a spot right next to my house.",real
41223,"Best tres leches cake in the city! Have with the cafe con leche and you are good. Oh Cafecito, how I adore thee. It's a little bit out of the way, but it is definitely worth checking it out if you're into Cuban food. The best thing about this place is the mojito, which is a garlic sauce that comes with the tostones. Out of this world. I always get the bistec empanizado which is breaded steak, which comes with your choice of rice and black beans. Not pricey at all, great atmosphere if not a little small but you will leave happy. Go now!",real
41452,Really like the atmosphere. Friendly crowd and great service. The afton burger was tasty and nicely seasoned. Thorough beer selection. The outside space is nice if you can get to it but small. Great experience. Will return.,fake
1977,What I don't like is when they slice the frozen bull meat you get so much gristle which make it chewy. The fry are good considering the come in pellet form. just ass water lol Sorry but since Bobby left God rest his soul DOWNHILL,real
42320,"I don't even know where to begin. I don't live anywhere near Hu Kitchen but I somehow manage to get there several times a week. Delicious organic food, great prices and super friendly staff. One of my favorite places in NY. Favorites: the Rosenberg smoothie (maca, kale, banana, blueberries, almond butter), the moroccan chicken, butternut squash soup, the list goes on... Hoping Hu opens other locations around the city soon :)",real
24708,"This restaurant is a gem! We found this place on a walk by and just happened to notice the people inside and decided to try it out, glad We did! The food was excellent and the price was reasonable...WINNER! We had the Snapper and Duck, both were very tasty and a nice portion.  The service was quick, friendly and unintrusive, so we got to enjoy the atmosphere. Nice date place, or if your just looking for a relaxed scene.",fake
38615,"a big, messy, delicious, hot, yummy, crazy hot dog truck.  just what the dog-doctor ordered for a cold winter's day.  dapper dog, i'll follow you to the ends of the block!",real
27175,"Something cool on the G line. Roots, and down home, I'm talking fried chicken and hush puppies. Don't go there if you're on a diet and think you can enjoy the place by picking at the arugula salad. If I want an arugula salad, I don't go to a place that specializes in down home! (the bitchy chick next to me wouldn't shut up about the arugula salad - and it was all she ordered!!) Not for A-type personalities who act like little princes. It's for a nice, slow meal. Take time to ENJOY.",fake
25331,"Great selection of craft beers on tap and rotates so we would always be pleasantly surprised. They have a few hard to find offerings of whiskeys, like FEW, 287. The staff is friendly and bartenders know their stuff. Gets tough to get second or third rounds when the place gets packed. Tipping well on the first round helps this process on busy nights. The menu has enough treats so you wont have to wander out when you want a snack or a quick bite. Coffee is awesome and so is their egg sandwich for brunch. If youre lucky, you might even get to meet Brad, one of the owners, knows every beer on tap, friendly and relaxed. JayZ and Beyonce would agree, if they knew him.",real
15035,"I've now been here twice and this place is fantastic!  I have had both the kale dish with the two baked eggs, as well as the biscuits and gravy.  In addition, I had a side of bacon, as well as their pork bun dish.  Everything is amazing!  The food is prepared with care and intention.  There are healthy and savory options that delight the palate.  Hubby also had a Captain Lawrence ale that I sampled.  This is one of their 4 beers on top, and it went down so smoothly!  I had the coffee and there are free refills on that. This place is fantastic for brunch and I've been lucky that I did not have to wait long.  The ambience is just my style!  It has the perfect balance between quaint simplicity and simple sophistication.  I feel at ease as soon as I walk in!  The staff is friendly and helpful.  I look forward to coming here again and again as a staple brunch spot!",real
47542,"OMG go now. Purely on the basis of the great Yelp reviews we decided to stop in here for an inpromptu dinner out, because I was in the mood for pomodoro. The storefront is unassuming and there are maybe 10 tables. We had to wait for a table, but only for a couple minutes, nothing crazy. Both my man and I were hungry when I got there, and when the bread came out we descended upon it. Dude that crusty, chewy awesomeness was gone so fast we had to ask for more. We ate so much bread we were almost too full for our meal! Seriously. So. Good. I ordered antipasto which was decent, and spaghetti pomodoro which was lovely (and even better as leftovers!). Jack had the orechiette with duck and the veal, both of which were incredible but having had too much bread were left unfinished. Next time, we won't order seconds on the bread. Yum.",real
46862,This is my local Ihop that I usually frequent. The service is ok. Somedays are better than others. It is usually very busy  on weekend mornings but for the most part they try their best to accommodate while on the time crunch. The wait staff is usually younger people in this particular Ihop. The food is pretty good and my only suggestion is to try the butterscotch syrup because it makes that pancakes THAT much better.,real
32148,I had the bbq and it was very good us cooking it is a great experience! I haven't had the sushi or other menu items but I do plan to go back and try them. It is a little more on the pricier side but you do get more then you would expect. Come here on an empty stomach!,real
22180,Been going here for years. Love the food. Fries need to be improved but other sides are an option. Take out is my usual experience.  Few times I sat at restaurant area . Once I got a nasty waiter. But that's ok...food was still good.,real
24013,"This is a really good place!  I was right there last week .  I was celebrating with my wife our anniversary.Food was delicious  and fantastic. We had the red sangria , which I would definitely  recommend you guys. Actually   it was kinda strong .  The service  was really fast and very polite. All servers were very  friendly .  My Only complaint is about prices. I think they were somewhat expensive.",real
80,"I'm relatively new to PHL, however this place has changed name +/- management about 3-4 times so far. One would imagine that such abysmal business would learn as it attempts to reinvent itself. This new edition, or Toast, is clearly not doing well again, judging from its persistent lack of clientele. The other day I walked in, and hardly anything was done to the decor. It remains bland and unoriginal, despite the prime geo location. A mere Earl Grey cost more than any other CC café by an astonishing dollar! My surprise meant that I discussed the issue with my partner and we both wondered what the management of this place are thinking. Today, I decided to go into this place again, to give it another assessment. Like before, a mere couple of customers and a bored looking barista. The toll, $2.95 for a 16 oz coffee! Extortionate and the worst transaction of my AMEX in a long time. When you consider that a good coffee somewhere else in the Center City is around $1.75 you realise how absurd Toast is. Justification? Coffee beans grown in extraterrestrial soil fertilised by the manure produced by the last unicorn? Won't be returning here.",real
11072,"Exceptional place. The atmosphere is casual. The foot is well priced, $14 for a rack of ribs, with rice and salad, and the pork ribs are great and have a sweet marinade. the beef ribs are fine, but not as good. If you're looking for ribs in Newark, try this place.",real
21746,"excellent food, fun atmosphere, great service. The seating is super cramped, but that just adds to the charm of the place. It helps that Jehangir is part of the serving crew and very approachable.",fake
32277,"Brunch here all the time. Great brunch deal. $8 for entree, appetizer and Thai ice tea.",real
15697,We had the pleasure of dining at Il Pittore last night for dinner. We enjoyed the chefs tasting menu and really enjoyed every dish. The service was wonderful. Jordan our sever helped us choose the perfect red wine that really complimented all of our courses. The scallop dish on the menu was the course that really stood out to us and had made us wish we could have more of it. The dessert dish of bread pudding served with a Gorgonzola icecream really made us smile. We find in Philadelphia that a lot of the dessert dishes are an afterthought and never executed properly but il Pittore really did it well. I did think the pasta dishes were over salted but everyone has a different palette. We are excited about returning to further explore the menu. :),real
40891,"tried this place for 2 weeks straight. gave them all the chances. food is slightly above mediocre, at best, I don't know what they flavor it with service sucks, delivery is ALWAYS ""gone wrong"" don't buy into the no MSG bullshit, that's not possible if they're serving artificial crab meat and canned corn and other crap!",fake
23748,"I've been here a few times, mostly just for drinks. They have great prices on beer. I did order a dish once and didn't realize it was going to be such a huge serving. The food was delicious and definitely worth the price. The bartenders are very friendly. I really like the staff there, I've even gone back on my own just to have a drink and chat it up with them.",real
25776,"The food here is delicious and you can't beat the wine prices, especially during happy hour. They have a huge wine selection if that's what you're looking for. It's a little pricey for the portion size, but I've been here a few times and everything I've tried has been delicious. My favorites are probably the quiche lorraine and the escargot.",real
14041,Perfection.,fake
16575,"As of now, this is my favorite breakfast spot. I have probably visited at least 12 times. I usually make this a spot for casual lunch dates with friends or family as a reason to return. After my 7th or 8th time, I tried to order something other than my signature dish, but by my 10th visit, I was right back where I started: Blueberry Pancakes with eggs and depending on the day, apple turkey sausage. AH! (insert heart eyes here.) It's really amazing, the pancakes are full with sweetness, texture and fluff every time, the eggs are just how I like them and the fresh orange juice is just delish. There are other enticing things on the menu, preferably brunch... I don't remember the dinner menu too much. Now if you plan on heading to this place Wed-Sun from the time it opens till about 8 PM, prepare for AT LEAST a 90 MINUTE wait. Yes, so with that being said, this statement should be able to provide context of how many people like the food or how popular this spot is. Most of the time, I'm willing to wait but I do wish the owners would consider opening an additional location. It's very tight inside, which can be awkward for someone of my height (5'11) and no one likes to awkwardly listen to their neighbor's conversation. Other than the tight space and the long wait, I would recommend giving this place a try. It's a little in the cut but I'm sure you'll spot it once you see a small crowd forming in front of a little red door. Bring cash and patience. Enjoy :)",real
2205,My husband and I did our own food test between Pats cheesesteaks and Geno's cheesesteaks. Geno's was much better the meat was more flavorful and it was just a much better cheesesteak than Pats.,real
24779,"I went to Slate for a late-ish lunch on a Tuesday, and it was not a positive experience.  On one hand, I think the food is here is really tasty.  I had the local beef burger, which has onions and boursin cheese on it -- it is amaaaaaazing.  Honestly, one of the juiciest burgers I've ever eaten.  The bun is buttery and a perfect complement to the burger.  The fries are good too although maybe a little overcooked. The problem is that the service kind of sucks.  My group of 3 had to wait 45 minutes to get our food served, which is just unacceptable on a Tuesday when only a few other customers are in the restaurant.  The explanation from the waitress was that the kitchen is ""really small.""  I don't think that's an adequate excuse.  A restaurant that has 20 tables in it should be able to prepare food for more than one table at a time, am I right?   The waitress did bring us free dessert for having to wait for such a long time, so I give them points for trying.  By the way, the chocolate mousse cake and the almond cake are delicious.  Either way, I won't go back here unless I have a lot of time to kill and nowhere to go.",real
25151,The service is really friendly and the food is always great. CHEAP beers on tap too.,real
8227,"Went this Sunday for brunch. Very quiet laid back vibe. I like their ceiling with hundreds of water pots hanging over, very interesting design. Ordered tzatziki yogurt dip, classic grilled marinated octopus, pastitsio, grilled baby lamb chops with side dish greek yiayia's fried potatoes. Everything was very very good. Esp the baby lamb chops, might be the best I've had in Manhattan, even better than Taboon and Turkish Kitchen. Home made pita bread is also a plus. Service was very attentive and friendly. They raised the price so it's a few bucks more every dish on their real menu compare with the menu on their website. The total meal was about 72 dollars before tips. Not cheap but it's so tasty..",real
733,"I was really upset when Floridita Tapas closed in West Harlem, but cheered by the fact that they moved downtown into the former Xunta on First Ave near 11th.  This place is so welcoming, so wonderful, and such an improvement on the scurvy Xunta.  Food is excellent, music is real Spanish, and the nights they have live flamenco are amazing - make reservations.  Viva Nai!",real
35646,The burger and fries are so good here! It sounds basic but they do their magic in the kitchen! Plus not many burgers are served with a cloth napkin as this one is. I have also had the fried calamari as an app. and it was very good! The setting of the restaurant is intimate because there is limited seating but it doesn't feel crowded. It's in a perfect location right on Rittenhouse Square.  The food is a little pricey but considering the taste and location I think it's worth it. Lastly the service is friendly! That can make or break a meal but they really did go above and beyond to make you feel special.,real
22503,"I had heard only good things about this place, so my office chose this place for our holiday dinner last December. We only have about 14-15 people in our office, so we figured this place would be a good venue. Since it was going to be a large group of people, my colleague called this place a week ahead to make reservations and was told that they could accommodate our party of 20-25 people (colleagues with their family members) if we arrived before the dinner rush. The person we spoke to assured us that we could all be seated if we showed up by 5 pm. Having heard much about this place, everyone was super excited. Since the dinner was to be on a Saturday, my colleague called this restaurant once again on the Friday before to re-confirm. They assured her that everything would be ready. Imagine our surprise when our party of about 25 people showed up promptly at 5 pm on the day and was told point blank by the restaurant manager that we would NOT be seated. I am not sure what his reason was, but he did not even make a pretense of trying to even seat us. And this was at 5 pm when the restaurant barely had any diners and several tables were empty! He actually went so far as to hold the door open and show my colleague the way out! If there was a reason for his rude and obnoxious behavior, it was not communicated to us. We are all in our early 30s, and everyone was decent and respectful, so I fail to understand why such treatment was meted out to us. It seems to me that this place has become very complacent with the good reviews it seems to be having, and does not care how it treats customers any longer.",fake
43122,"Yesterday, on the first day of September, I decided I was finally going to face my demons. This yummy chocolate place and boy, was I glad I went. The ambiance around it was friendly and the waiters/waitress greeted me with a smile. My waiter was so kind, joking around with me on a few occasions and helped me pick out this delicious dark chocolate cake that had melted dark chocolate on the inside along with a chocolate shot and yummy vanilla ice cream that made me wonder if I were in Heaven. I also had a salad there which was good but, it really didn't stand out to me. It was good though but, the next time I'm here and my thighs will hopefully agree with me, I will be concentrating on the chocolate menu and only that. Max Brenner is great for a date, dinner with the family or to treat yourself because really, you know you do not want to share chocolaty goodness. I'm definitively a fan.",real
38583,"BCD is open again! I actually liked the layout of the original BCD better, but this one has wood tables that are all shiny and fancy-like. There are also two floors but when I met with my girlfriends for dinner at 6:30 PM on a Thursday, there was already quite a hefty line outside. Everybody wanted a piece of that soondubu. I hadn't touched soju in a while but having a shot or two of this while munching on the piping hot soondobu cheegae is a really good pairing. I would not suggest wine eventhough I absolutely love wine. This is a great place to have dinner, drinks and catch up with friends but be prepared to talk loudly. It gets a bit loud. Beware when you get ""hot"" or ""dragon"" because your mouth will be on FIRE. I am used to eating spicy stuff so this was really a kick in the mouth! Otherwise, it's delicious. The banchan was OK, probably the only stand out thing is that you get a fried fish, but I've had better banchan at wonjo.",real
36819,"I can't speak much to the restaurant part of the Red Stone Tavern, but what I saw: I liked. The Red Stone Tavern is a cozy, casual bar and restaurant with an Italian bent. The bar is well stocked, the bartenders friendly (even as my group of friends strolled in at 11:30pm to a mostly empty scene), and the food much better (and MUCH larger) than typical bar fare. By the time we walked in, the kitchen was limited to appetizers. Luckily, appetizers at this time were half-price. I went with an order of the Red Stone Lollipops: fried risotto-and-mozzarella balls on sticks in a zesty tomato sauce. The tender and vaguely lemony rice clung to the strand of mozzarella, and the tomato sauce made for a fine compliment. And an order is probably enough for two: the rice balls were pretty large, and the plate was heaped with eight of 'em. The gargantuan size applied to other apps, too: there were at least ten wings per order of Buffalo wings and the heap of nachos threatened to overflow the plate. All in all, a fine stop on 46 East.",real
45049,A nice spot for brunch/b-fast. It is advisable not to get there late as it gets too crowded.,fake
39632,"Excellent steak and an excellent atmosphere. Also, the oysters were very fresh. I've heard the Waterbury location is worth going to for the ambience, but if you want to save yourself an hours worth of driving, the Burlington location is also excellent.",real
48114,"Oh, Race Street Cafe, I used to have so much fun at you.  Went with the girl on Saturday 7:00 pm and sat at the half-empty bar only to be totally ignored for almost ten minutes. The two bartenders (who have always been a skipping stone away from being TGIF bartenders) used to do a pretty good job.  This night they cruised around, passing me several times, finishing off a few cocktails for the waitress and mucking with the cash register.  Just a nod would have satiated me, a little ""be with you in a sec"", but I got nuthin.   That sucked.  So I left.  This is ALWAYS a deal breaker for me.  Hopefully you have better luck.",real
19613,"I'm going through this phase where I'm trying new things and after a trying day at work, I ended up here for a drink and eats with a friend last night.  The place doesn't really look like much at first, but it really is a fantastic little gem.  Our waitress was friendly and attentive.  Much to my surprise, the bacon grease popcorn was delicious although I don't recommend eating too much of it... that can't be healthy haha.  It is most definitely worth trying however.  I ended up with small nachos with barbecue pulled pork that I will likely be dreaming about for days because it was that damn good.  With an extensive beer menu and a chill vibe (For a Thursday night at about 9p-), this will likely become a frequent haunt of mine.",real
6326,"I went here with my family on a Sunday night, and it was busy. We sat inside, so it was loud. The tables are close together, so there's not much room in the back. The service is good, and the servers make good recommendations. For example, they were honest about serving size because you order by the quarter pound. The fatty brisket and the ribs are the best bbq items. The pulled pork was dry. None of the sides were special. If you are in Park Slope, this is a decent bbq restaurant but manage your expectations.",real
10877,"I stopped in one day, very hungover, very much needing a coffee to tide me over til I could get to the cantina and have a couple bloody marys. The 1/2 a block is a killer, i know! Anyway, it was busy, but the staff was friendly (if a bit slow? My somewhat fuzzy memory seems to think it took a reeeeaaally long time to get my mocha) but luckily, being hungover, i was not at all impatient. Although I do have to go back and try again before really forming an opinion, I'm not terribly impressed. My espresso was burnt pretty badly. Oh well.",real
48906,"The best burgers in Philly, without a doubt!!! I have been here many times, and never had anything I didn't really enjoy. I usually get a burger, medium rare, with bleu cheese. Really good. The fries are awesome. The sauces are all good. I really like the wasabi one. I've also had their Dr. Pepper pulled pork. Phenomenal. And they have good cheap desserts.",fake
26835,Great!  So nice to have a choice other than the usual meats. The Bison Burger was great!  Not dry at all and so flavorful. Service was good friendly but it was slow so everyone was a little bit more relaxed hut can't fault them. Great decor and warm dining room and bar. Will go back. O my change I would wish they would do is add more exotic burger choicesblike Ostrich.,real
8123,"Food was delicious, especially the dessert - phyllo stuffed with custard with honey on top.",real
13382,"This is a great after work spot. Low key, good drinks, a ""mind your own business"" type of attitude which is a PLUS. Every now and then, they have a live band playing in the corner which can be entertaining when inebriated enough. Only bad part about it is the very, VERY cramped spaces. They can't possibly expect drunken people to wiggle through between those tables unscathed do they?",real
2711,"I personally live Pat's more, only because it seems more original to me and the way the meat is prepared.. But other than that. They are very close and I would say damn near identical in flavor.. I am giving this 5 stars as well, but Pats is my top choice.. A chain called ""Phillys best"" also rivals these 2 joints...",real
36793,"Love this place - brought the family a few times, always enjoy the cool decor and great food. Wait staff is always nice, kids ask to go back again all the time. Pizza selection is great, love the taste of the different brick-oven pizzas. Kids get a kick out of the fries served in little ""fry-baskets"" and the lollipops. Really enjoy having plenty to look at - waterfall in the middle of the dining room that changes color, fun word art (kids love deciphering it), plenty to look at while we wait for food (always fast and hot) Definitely recommend this place to all my neighbors, worth visiting multiple times to find your favorites on the menu!",fake
17269,"4.5 Would get 5 stars but the wait is killing my kindness. I don't like to wait very long when I'm hungry but if you plan on going to Clinton Street, you better go VERY early or very late. I've never gone and waited less than 45 minutes and the most I've waited was 1 hour 30 minutes. It's worth it as crazy as it sounds. Amazing pancakes, the worlds best biscuits with gravy. This place is everything you love about NYC rolled up into one small little restaurant. The waits are ridiculous but its the LES so you'll find what to do with yourself while you wait. Once you're in there, you feel like you just got to the front of the line at Disney and you just know you're about to have fun. I know Sex And The City was responsible for a lot of the hype, but unlike Public Enemy, Believe The Hype! CSBC is so good I'm salivating at my memories while writing this review. I love good food, but I enjoy great experiences and this place is both!",real
14469,"North Third has all the trappings of a future hot spot of mine; super awesome beer list, decent wine list for when the mood strikes, and a good balance of bar vs. real food.  The decor is also super cool...kind of a mix of pirates, skulls, & eagles.  I'm down.   They also have an adorable outside area to eat.  The salad I ordered (chile glazed chicken salad) was right on.  I will be back my friends!",real
27853,"Ah Buttermilk Channel. I've been meaning to visit you for SO long. Ever since I read the rave reviews in countless magazines and blogs and then found out that an old friend who I grew up going to summer camp with is the owner, I've been meaning to get there. It took me way too long to finally go and when the 3rd annual random friends brunch came around (a little party I throw every year where I post an open invite on my facebook wall and the first 10 to respond join me in the fun) I thought this was the perfect pick. When we arrived, we were immediately greeted by Doug's (the owner) awesome wife and drink orders were taken while they got our table ready. My spicy bloody mary, complete with a homemade pickle spear, hit the spot. I LOVE horseradish, and this drink was bold and flavorful with a serious kick to it. The pickle was a cute, creative touch, so much more interesting than the typical piece of celery. When we were seated, Doug was kind enough to send over some snacks to munch on while we drank, got acquainted, and looked over the menu. As you can see by my first picture, we were hungry. We chowed down on the treats way too quickly for me to remember to snap a picture. What you see there are the remnants of homemade pickles, walnut coffee cake and these incredible maple, bacon almonds that I seriously would have eaten all of if I wasn't supposed to share with the others. Deeeeelicious. The menu is a bit quirky, totally comfort-food oriented, and what I'd call down-home-creative. The big hit at the table were the pork chops over cheddar waffles, but everyone enjoyed their own meals as well. I shared the mushroom, spinach, goat cheese scramble and the pecan french toast. The scramble was awesome, especially the many different kinds of mushrooms, and I really enjoyed it. The salad and toast that came with it rounded out the meal nicely, but the little potato pancake was a bit on the greasy side for my taste. Very crunchy and hot though, and I'd imagine that people who didn't grow up in Jewish families who make outstanding potato latkes would probably have loved it. The pecan pie french toast has been talked about on almost every review I've read so I felt like we had to try it. It was VERY sweet, made with fresh, delicious, thick-cut bread and served with a scoop of fluffy whipped cream or marscapone, or maybe whipped ricotta (oops, I forgot to ask) and covered with bourbon, molasses pecans. This dish WAS delicious, but I would really put it into a dessert category instead of a main course. I happen to have a pretty serious sweet tooth, and this was even a little too much for me. The overall vibe of Buttermilk Channel couldn't be more perfect. Hip, without being at all pretentious. Trendy, but also very chill. Relaxed, comfortable, warm, and the kind of place that locals must adore meeting at every Sunday. It's a bit off the beaten path for me- over an hour to get there, but even so, I will probably be back. Many thanks to Doug for making this event super special, taking such good care of us, and welcoming us into his second home.",real
22872,The food was only ok considering how crowded it was and the long wait we had to get seats!,real
25634,"Abner's was right around the corner from my apartment my second year of college. So I ate here about once every three months. The steaks were good some days, not so great others. It depended a lot on who was making them. Some of the workers were sketchy, as was the manager (that interaction marked my last visit). I remember the steaks being a bit watery, ew.",real
41219,"This was the best Cuban food I have ever had. The waitress was a badass, and so nice. The only downfall was the table of babbling ladies next to us. They were LOUD and annoying. I wish it was a little bigger, just so I wouldn't have to sit next to horrible people, but what can you do? Everything else more than made up for it.",real
9646,Yummy and nice cafe within the Neue Gallerie. Had the streudel. Yum. :),real
11231,I will say I had high expectations heading over to meet a friend who consistently exceeds expecations but this place owned me the moment I walked it. The place was a little empty at 6pm but the bartender James welcomed us with engaging conversation and chatter about a recent story in the post about a bad reviewed property and how that isn't the way to engage with your consumers. Moving on to dinner we had some of the best tasting chicken with mashed potatoes I've had since I was in the south. I'd return in a second and will reccomend constantly .,real
44097,"This was a terrible experience. I placed an order for delivery and was quoted a 20 minute wait time, my food showed up an hour and fifteen minutes later, cold, and partly missing. I called the restaurant to complain and the woman who answered the phone was rude and combative before the first sentence left my mouth. I would have settled for a re-delivery, even though I was pissed, but instead demanded a refund. She said ""I can't deal with this,"" before passing the phone to a guy who told me to call Seamless, which is the service I placed the order through. In short, the food was terrible, but the customer service was even worse. Avoid at all costs.",real
16317,"The pancakes deserve all the stars BUT the wait times are extremely long, hence four stars instead of five. Now let's talk about the food! If it isn't obvious already, Clinton street serves the best pancakes EVER! If you want the perfect pancake, look no further. The fried chicken and waffles is delicious (not the best, but quite good) and the lox eggs Benedict was AMAZING! I tried my friend's lobster Benedict and it was crazy good. Overall, this place is pretty awesome but be ready to wait! And wait. And maybe wait some more.",real
18774,Had the Soho Square and felt let down by all the hype. The dough was unique and intriguing since it was thick and doughy but at the same time not heavy or dense. The toppings however were very ordinary- just your run of the mill tomato sauce and melted cheese.,real
35136,"Wow.  This was the best dining experience I have had in New York and possibly anywhere.  We had a small dinner party to celebrate my sister's birthday and we chose Salinas over two other ""finalists"" because my husband has a sports injury and  Salinas had the most comfortable chairs.  All of the booths and chairs are heavy and thick, and covered in a deep velvet.  We ordered every rice dish on the menu as well as assorted tapas and cheeses, sangria, and the best old fashioned I've ever had.  Everything was executed perfectly.  Also, I am gluten free and I could eat everything save one small tapas dish.  Several of our friends, who are French, commented repeatedly on the perfect execution of the various dishes.  Finally, the magnificent flower and candle displays give a fairy tail ambiance that is quite memorable.",real
42894,"Fun atmosphere, tasty chocolate cocktails, yummy variety of food. Wanted more cocktails instead of dessert, but will be sure to get some next time I go because they look amazing! There is a cute little chocolate shop inside! Love this place:)",real
44825,"The service in this place was excellent, the wine list was perfect and so was the atmosphere.  The food was disappointing, the venison we ordered was bland and seafood Pasta was not good, the shrimp was very musky.  I heard great things but was underwhelmed.",real
11203,Great food and drinks.  The Bone Marrow with Oxtail Marmalade and duck breast are not to be missed.  Taking off a star because they don't take reservations for parties of less than 5 meaning there is often a long wait for a table.,real
27369,"I came back to this place after missing brunch one week.  The customer device is good. But the wait on a Sat afternoon is kinda long. So get here early. But our waitress, Jillian, was excellent!  She was attentive and available to answer questions. I had the pecan pie French toast. OMG! So good! Sweet greatness! It was like cake for breakfast. The Bellini and mimosas were good. My birthday boo had the Eggs Huntington. Very very good. Our first time having eggs in that manner.   Coffee was good. And we even got a free jelly donut cuz the kitchen was backed up! Overall, the customer service was good and food was good. Only downside is wait time. But it is worth it.",real
2493,"I give Geno's 3 stars based on very select criteria... 1) I'd just eaten at Pat's, and by that comparison, Geno's was better.  (Better bread, thicker steak, and I went with provolone over whiz - a wise choice.) 2) Geno's is sort of a weird police officer shrine/anti-immigrant billboard.  I can't say I agree with their politics, but it's nice to stand for something, I guess.  It's rare to find such outright hatred and blind pride in 2011.  So, you know, novelty factor. 3) I ordered a birch beer to wash everything down.  We don't have that in Chicago, so I was delighted to taste a delicious new soda. If you have a mind to visit Geno's intentionally, don't expect much out of the food, expect to be bombarded with vague racism and order a birch beer. Your stomach will hate you in the morning, but I think that might be the point.",real
27507,"Pretty great place across the board. I basically assign five stars to places that ace the appetizer, entree, dessert, drinks, service and decor categories, and this place did it for me on my visit. Nice reason to go to gowanus.",real
13378,"One of the Ear Inn's most important assets is the barstaff, who, as soon as you sit down, insist that you have a drink.  This works well because with a small draft selection and the 5 bottle choices displayed, you should be able to make your decision in the amount of time necessary to order at McDonalds.  Previous reviewers mention wine so I'll assume that's also an option, but the Ear Inn isn't really a wine-drinking kind of place. While I know that food's on the menu and many reviewers have treated primarily as such, I still regard the Ear Inn as a drinking establishment cum restaurant, much along the lines of Melon's. It's similarly timeworn (to be fair, Much more so: it's been here since the 1817) and from what I can tell, attracts a similarly regular crowd. And it's in a gorgeous federal-style house. As the Hudson is in plain sight outside the doors, there's a nautical theme. I gather that this was a sailor bar for most of its history and really does a remarkable job of maintaining this feel. The huge functional cleat outside the door bespeaks authenticity that's lacking at, say, the Rusty Knot or the Anchor. Notably, there's also a massive ear affixed to the wall. On a somewhat tangential note, its seafaring proclivities didn't deter the crowd of bikers who, on a recent Tuesday, made the Ear Inn the only ""biker bar"" I've visited in Manhattan, and the only biker/sailor bar I've seen anywhere. As a bar, it's a better choice than the other options in far-west Soho and worth a visit if you're near.",real
7713,"Best Greek food ever!   The ambience is awesome here - there are hanging clay pots that line the ceilings, and the place inside is fairly bright with white walls & linens, which reminds me of Greece! The food is the best part.  I typically like to get a bunch of small things to share, since it's all so good!  The zucchini/eggplant chips dipped in their amazing tzatziki is a must.  So is the cheese in a clay pot. It is literally just cheese, frying in a clay pot, and you squeeze some fresh lemon over it and eat. It's amazing. If I do save enough room for an entree, I always go for the Moussaka. It is phenomenal here. I could eat it everyday and probably never get sick of it. I have only been here for dinner, and to be honest i'm not sure if they are even open for brunch/lunch, but I have never been disappointed with my meal!!! Oh and the wines are delicious as well (very important) The staff here is great, usually straight from Greece, which really makes the whole experience even better! Highly recommended!!!",real
43731,"Had it last weekend, just as delicious and friendly as ever before. I'm so sad I won't be back in Philly any time soon. Dalessandro's is always one of the highlights of our trip! A note about their take-out/call ahead process for the uninitiated: they do not make your sandwich until you arrive. When you call ahead to order, you arrive and need to battle your way to the front counter to announce that you are here, and then they basically skip you up in the line and make your sandwich(es), bag them up, and then you pay and leave. This is so the sandwiches are fresh and not soggy when you get them. I actually prefer the process this way as you get the best steak possible...it's just a good FYI for anyone in a big rush.",real
30946,"Great spot for different tastings & drinks! The owner was very accommodating to our party of 12 and each tasting was served to all of us at once.. Enjoyed the steak tar tar, meatballs, & pasta.. my favorites were the broccoli rabe & polenta with sausage .... Dessert was a unique combination of frozen creamy goodness. Highly recommend for a unique experience!",fake
18933,Fantastic!  On the day I went into this little place they had just brought out a fresh Diablo Sicilian pizza.  Man was this thing good.  Their pizza sauce was fresh and delicious.  The staff were great to talk to and were very funny.,real
34064,"Unbiased responses to other reviews: ""Murrr, I thought the Caliente Margarita was too spicy!"" Well, perhaps next time you shouldn't order a PITCHER of a drink you've never had before!  Of course it's going to be spicy, that's the whole point.  Next thing you know you'll be complaining that martinis have too much liquor in them or that rib eye steaks are too marbleized. "" They were definitely busy, but it was a Sunday morning, not a Saturday night - manageable crowd."" Hey, just an FYI at places that serve brunch Sunday morning IS Saturday night.  See also:  Sabrina's, Honey's, Morning Glory.  Slow service sucks, I whole-heartedly agree, however don't act like Sunday mornings are 11am on a Wednesday. ""50 cents for pico de gallo? 50 cents for cheese? 50 cents for freakin' jalapenos? Shit adds up, man."" Holy shit, food costs money.  I'll be sure to alert the CityPaper on what is sure to be their next big expose. ""The food is nothing I can't make at home."" Welcome to eating Mexican food in America, I'm amazed it took you this long to figure that out.  Actually that sentence could be said about almost any restaurant in the city, guess that means they should all close up shop, amirite? Also anyone that complains about how long their wait was, but doesn't bother to include how big their party was is leaving out some critical information.  Yes, your party of 8 people might take 90 minutes to sit in a busy restaurant that doesn't take reservations.  Your party of 2 may not take that long, but again, on a friday night the list can get looooong.  I've definitely been quoted over 90 minutes at plenty of restaurants in this city.  Complaining that a restaurant is so popular that you didn't get sat at the time you wanted is just silly.",real
33487,"Little Pete's is unapologetically----Little Pete's.  It's proud to be just what it is--a kind of diner with the kind of waitresses you want, who offer good service and call you ""hon.""  It's right in my neighborhood, and awfully convenient.  I have a friend who loves to come here whenever she visits, so I've been here often.  It's especially good for breakfast, but you can get real comfort food here any time.  Look, it's not fine dining or lah-de-dah, so if that's what you're looking for, there are other places in the neighborhood that can give you that.  Come to Little Pete's for diner food and a place to chat with your friends at breakfast (or lunch.  or dinner, for that matter).  Or come alone; the waitresses will take good care of you.",real
49120,"If you're looking for a chill spot and a good burger, this is your place. The burgers are big and DELICIOUS. cool gimmick- There are paper and markers and crayons at your table to ""sketch"" pics and the entire inside of the place is plastered with people's sketches. Pretty cool.  But the burgers are delish and the choices of burges and cheeses are unique!",real
39794,"Decent local place. Had the veggie appetizer--grilled squash, broccoli rabe, and other goodies, which was fine. the brick oven-pizza was chock-full of great toppings and decent enough, though the crust and thickness were less than ideal or authentic. Still, nothing to complain about, and good deals and prices.",real
24680,"Here's a quick run down... The pub is not so hot..the food, nothing special to write home about. I saw a bunch of great reviews below and am sitting here scratching my head wondering what in the world I'm missing here! I didn't find anything about the place ""exceptional"" by any means. One thing that annoys me a little is that their menu isn't all that comprehensive either. I'd pass on dining here unless you're really curious.",real
12706,Ok if you follow my reviews I love to eat and this place is amazing. Great chicken. Here is my testimonial! I don't like chicken yes i don't BUT i went with group of friends so went with the flow but this placed changed my mind. I LOVE their chicken. So good and juicy oh there other dishes are fun too. GO eat the food yummy!,real
17147,"Those pancakes were so damn good. I might've teared a little while taking slow bites of the blueberry pancakes. So worth the 2 hour wait? Yeah, it's an experience.",real
6795,"I have only been to this location for drinks, but I like this continental location.  We typically come here in between other places to eat as its a fun place to hang out for a bit.  the scenery is creative and friends enjoy the cocktails.  the rooftop bar is fun, the swinging chairs upstairs are cool, and the first floor is a nice open area.  one day we will try the food, but for now we like it as a bar/quick hangout",real
23674,"Only a few cars in lot, plenty of open tables, and we're offered a seat at the bar!  Really?!  Stopped by once before and thought the place was pretentious. Now I'm sure.  I won't return and predict they won't be here for long anyway.",real
7817,"Just had dinner there tonight for my first time with my 13 yr old daughter. We were promtly greated at the door and seated at the communal table in the rear of the restaurant, ( actually the best seat for the experience ). To me it was fantastic, from decor, food and service. I work at a pretty exclusive place in midtown...but this place...has it going on! I will be back! Thank you !",real
32963,The food here was very enjoyable.  We both loved it.  I went based just on the reviews.  It was small but clean.  I'm grateful the food was good because the server was a little rude.   I might go back.,real
30593,"Well, what can I tell you?  If you are looking for a bad customer service, that's the place to go.  We are regulars to Park Slope brunch places and recently discovered Juventino.   We came there once and everything was fine.  We came again with a group of friends and due to the wait were told to wait outside since we were ""in the way"" (and it was not said in a nice way basically making us feel like we are there to beg for food).   This time to avoid the wait we made reservations for 7 people and were told on the phone that ""you only have 5 minutes, if you are late, your table will be given away"".  So, ok (eventhough in NY you can never be on time due to trafic and stuff.  Later that day we wanted to add 1 more friend and made the change over the phone.  So our reservation was for 11:30, 5 of us got there at 11:27 and told the owner our remaining 3 people are running 5-10 minutes late but if needed, we can order for them.  He was not happy (the table was already set for us) and started to lecture us on how first we called and had to change the number of people (like, dude, more business for you, don't you think) and then how people first make reservations and then some people cancel and we were told and did not follow the rules, we all felt like we were not in a restaurant where we PAY our money to get service but in college being lectured by a professor.  Guess what?  We said that was the worst customer service we have had in a long time and we would take our money elsewhere (and him loosing $300-400 on our order).  O well, his loss, Stone Park Cafe gain, we came and with no reservation and their Sunday busy schedule we were nicely told that no problems, if you can wait 5-10 minutes we will sit you.  So take your money where you are treated with respect.  I bet this place will not live long with such treatment.",real
6335,"Went for brunch and we had breakfast burrito, collard greens, fatty brisket, Mac and cheese and pancakes. Everything was delicious, and service was good.  I will definitely be back.",real
28256,"I hear a lot of people talk about how good the food is at Villa Barone.  Unfortunately, I didn't find this to be true during my visit.  I had dinner here a year or so ago with my cousin and neither of us enjoyed our meal.  I had the eggplant parm - so not good, and I believe she had some sort of chicken dish.  Also, the bread was a big disappointment.  How can any Italian restaurant in NJ not have great f'in bread?  I didn't think it was possible.  I only expect subpar bread outside the NY/NJ/Philly region. Whatever. The atmosphere was good though, as the restaurant's decor is super nice.  Perhaps, I'll give it one more shot and order something different .  I don't know though, I was pretty disappointed the first time.",real
12773,"Ive been a fan of pio pio for some time now.. i would normally go to the one in northern blvd. but i had friends in from out of state and it was 14 of us and this one in hells kitchen seemed perfect, theyre great for groups the food was GREAT like always i love that green sauce!!!!!!! and that chicken!!! ahhhh so good ..HANDS DOWN BEST PERUVIAN FOOD IN NYC",real
49691,"Went to this place for dinner with a group of friends and left very disappointed. The waitress didn't come to our table for at least 20 minutes and when she did it appeared she was trying to rush us. She couldn't recommend a good wine for my friend. I ordered the scallops that were overcooked, maybe because it took 45 minutes for the food to come out. Very disappointed and I don't recommend it and will not be coming back.",real
1813,Hundreds of neighborhood cheese steak joints in the city are  better than Genos. Geno's and Pat's are for the tourists and political photo ops.,real
43382,I went to visit a friend in Philly and the one thing I had to do was eat a cheesesteak. I was immediately told to come to Dalessandro's...and i'm glad I did!,fake
20153,"I have to admit that I am not local and until I moved out East 3 years ago, I had never really had a ""real"" cheese steak sandwich. My husband did some research online for good places, and so we decided to check out Sonny's. WOW! They were AMAZING! I had gone back to Philly a few other times and had tried other places, thinking... maybe I just don't know how to compare... because of my lack of experience with cheese steaks. But, each time I tried other places that were recommended, I was really disappointed. I am really loyal to Sonny's! I love it there! You have to have the cheese whiz, cause that's the ""REAL DEAL"". Also, learn the linguo, cause it's fun. Like, ""Hi, I'd like to order whiz wit mush, please."" Translated, that is a cheese steak with whiz and mushrooms.",real
1136,"I have been here and I love the steaks!  The meat and cheese melts in your mouth leaving you wanting more!  One negative, it is a bit crowded there and a bit dirty on the ground, and not enough employees are employed to take care of guests concerns.  However, if you're looking for a good old fashioned steak, ""Geno's"" has one of the best!",fake
27049,"Dive bar and proud of it. This isn't my scene, but low key and cheap for a few drinks on a weeknight. $10 pitchers of beer. Good service. Sit at the bar or grab a table.",real
46748,"This year old bi-product of the former Franco's Trattoria had it's work cut out for them.  Located on Ridge avenue, it can be easily missed with the busy traffic and multiple businesses clogging East Falls. When I first arrived, I had to tip toe my car past the crowded and small parking lot.  As I arrived at the front door with my friend, I noticed the outdoor dog park and benches.  Although a great idea, the first smell I had walking into this new establishment was pizza, grass, and dog shit.   The interior can be easily mistaken for a high end Italian restaurant.  Everything was re-done from the old restaurant and definitely had a ""Continental"" feel for it.   I headed out back where they recently added the outdoor patio.  Service was excellent as we never ran dry.  There was actually a Yelp-sponsored event where a handful of strangers formed mini-circles as they got to know each other like a speed-date event.  Eh, I'd do it for the free food and drinks. The pizza wasn't bad.  Not sure how else to describe it.  I felt like the toppings were good, but the crush was soggy and I felt like I had to struggle keeping the cheese on the crust itself.  Wasn't the best, and wasn't the worst.  But at that point, I was feeling good from their beer, wine, and specialty drink list.   The restaurant has a great location and it is definitely a good time, with a friend or a hot first date.  Be sure you have a pack a gum after eating the pizza to round 1st base at the end of the night.",real
45530,We went here for Christmas Eve dinner.  The entire operation was great.  The food was very fresh and their attential to detail was what should be expected in NYC.  A great experience all around and would highly recommend for a nice dinner outing.  The service was also very good.,real
35914,"It's unfortunate that I have to write this review about this restaurant but it just totally had me so blue after my dining experience here. I must say for a Tuesday night I was pretty busy but we were seated right away and we had a very nice view of the water so I was already happy and couldn't wait to start my dine in. That's my extra star for this review. They offer a pre fixe menu Mon-Wed but we decided to just order from the main menu and I heard it's great to just order lots of appetizers because they do give offer varieties of little dishes. So the boyfriend and I started off with a nice bottle of wine, perfect beginning and then had the goat wontons, grilled octopus, baked clams, and an avocado mushroom salad & how disappointing were we! Waaahhhh... Grilled octopus was really charred and over cooked, the baked clams had lots of little piece of hard shell so I basically was eating a whole raw clam shell and all and I am so surprised about that because how hard can it be to mess up baked clams! I am obsess with baked clams like I can get a dozen in CI from a small food court and be so satisfied but this was just my fortay! The goat wonton the dressing on it was very over powering it was super super sweet and just killed the nice flavor or goat cheese and I couldn't even eat the whole thing. The avocado with grilled mushrooms and cheese wasn't bad it was pretty good. I was was just not happy at all and just so surprised that this is how my night was going and my first dining experience here too. I hands down loved the decor in the place but doesn't make up for the food we tried and the bf and I were totally disappointed and told the waiter also who wished he could of changed or done anything to make it better which wasn't his fault at all. We absolutely are huge fans and LOVE LOVE Bayou and BESO which is the other same owners and I just didn't understand why this place just didn't cut it at all. And lemme tell you my bf eats and enjoys anything a typical pb&j and he will make it seem like fine cuisine for a person and he just didn't enjoy it much at all. Maybe we just didn't come on a great day or with a good chef but I don't think I will be coming back here at and if I do it's for something special there offering or doing and have an open napkin just in case I dislike the food again & save myself the upset stomach!",real
48881,"After reading so many great reviews I decided to give it shot. The cheese sauce served with the fries was delicious, although I like my fries to be a bit crispier. It took a long time for my burger to come out. I got cheddar cheese, bacon, onion, avocado and harissa aioli on my burger. It was such a mess. the whole thing just kept falling apart, everything was falling out and could barely find or even taste the harrissa aioli or my cheddar cheese. The cheese was so melted it was dripping right off the burger. The burger patty itself had no seasoning that was detectable. I truly believe peoples minds are tricked into thinking these burgers are out of this world because of the multiple options of toppings and sauces they are given. The bun couldn't even handle the burger, after 2 bites my bun was falling apart and completely saturated. A great burger starts with a well seasoned patty and a bun that can handle it! I also tried one of their milkshakes which was nothing special. I will not be returning anytime soon if ever. I have had much better and more flavorful burgers closer to home. Not worth the trip in my book.",fake
19648,Solid bar and good service. My first time here they were inviting and engaging and the bartender was very cool to talk to. Go here and enjoy yourself.,real
3358,"I came here with 2 friends on a Saturday night and we had no problem grabbing a table.  I was quite surprised by the quality of the food here.  I ordered the Lemon Grass Soup and the Pad Khimao and both dishes were absolutely delicious and the portions are generous.  The waitress was attentive and kindly offered to help me select items off the menu since I was so indecisive.  This place is BYOB which to me, is an added bonus.",real
38899,"This used to be my favorite neighborhood spot.  Nothing has changed there...just not my neighborhood anymore (boo-hoo.)  It is still my favorite way to share a great meal/culture with a visitor.  Sometimes it gets a little noisy (people celebrating) but I consider that part of its ambiance.  The food offerings are luscious, with just the perfect mix of spices.  You can watch the chef prepare your favorites, always fresh, and I find the servers delightful.   During the warmer months you can sit outside and enjoy the people parade.  The BYO factor adds to the cost effectiveness.  Don't be intimidated by any parking issues.  Just be a grown-up and drive 'til you find one.  It is worth it.",fake
13976,"Ugh. Beautiful place gone to waste. Damn Shame! If you are going to open a crab joint wouldn't you know not to serve female crabs with all the crap in it? Absolutely disgusting. Cold corn, cold crabs, took over 4 hours to eat there. Hey owner, whats up with the experience you have in the restaurant business. Was so looking forward to this opening up watch it being built from scratch every time I shopped at fairway. Did you even study anything about crabs even before thinking of naming the place Brooklyn Crab. I understand that its only your 10th day but come on. Shape up or ship out. Hate to tell you that. So sad about what a beautiful  ambiance has crap food. I'm sick to my stomach.",real
6393,"I recently had the pleasure of dining at Cafe 72 with friends and family. I felt immediately right at home the minute I walked through the doors. The new owners are very down to earth and super nice guys. It is a small, quaint place with seating for approximately 60 people. It is BYOB, so we started off relaxing with a nice bottle of wine. The staff was quick to assist and were there within minutes with a bucket to keep the bottle chilled. The food was phenominal!! We all ordered something different and sampled a little of each others. I had the italian chicken which was wonderful! The crab cake, chicken parm and italian meatloaf dishes are equally as good. My compliments to the chef!! I will definitely be a returning customer, but next time I would like to try breakfast as that is my favorite meal of the day. Hurry up, what are you waiting for??? This is the place to eat!!!",fake
17972,I don't get the hype.  The pancakes are good but not that much better than any competent cook can make for themselves at home.  The highlight of the meal was actually the truffle fried eggs.,real
45257,"In short, everything is good, but as someone else said, nothing will blow your mind. There's a tendency for your food to be not what you expected from the menu. The staff is friendly and generally on the ball.  I was afraid that due to the crowd we would be seated late but we were at our table at the desired time! In some ways so glad the west side is shaping up. But mourning the loss of another lower priced hood.",real
19145,"Delicious AND cheap. Lived in SFfor past 6 years, had great Indian food everywhere. This is the best Indian food I have had so far in NYC and way cheaper than other Indian restaurants with good food. He has great sauces that come with whatever you order. On a sunny day grab some food and then a grassy spot in Washington Square park.",real
39776,Great food!   If you can't get street parking - there's municipal parking in the back.,real
30899,"The only reason I give it two stars is our waitress and hostess were both very sweet. Not speedy and attentive, but genuinely nice. And if the food were a little better AND the prices a little more reasonable this place could be a 3. But two is generous. First impressions: decor fits the ""shanty"" name and seems inauthentic and cheesy. And as soon as you step in, it smells heavily of fried fish sticks. We came on a Monday during ""scallop harvest"" which implies to me that the scallops are fresh. Most folks had some variant of the scallops. All of them were tiny, seemed pan fried regardless of preparation (no difference between the ""seared"" and ""fried"" scallops,) and tasted fishy and stale, not fresh. The oysters seemed pretty decent and had no grit. Most other things on the menu were battered and fried. But then there's price. I had a salad on special. 5 little, greasy scallops on a big plate of grocery store greens for $14. Other items were $18-mid $20s, apps were a little under $10. A few nights ago in Columbia, MO I ate at the restaurant of a James beard nominated chef, and had a scallop app and an organic pork chop, beautifully prepared, for about $40 including a drink. My salad, one beer, a side, and a couple oysters, was a little over $30 with tax and tip. I don't mind paying for good food, but this was, no exaggeration, on par with a long John silver's. I forgot to even mention that despite the restaurant being empty, it took us an hour to get our entrees, with long gaps between being checked on.. the experience, on the whole, was just a mistake. My party felt like getting some fish and this place was more like a badly managed red lobster. Deeply in need of a visit from Gordon Ramsay and kitchen nightmares. Seems like it could work in this town, but they need to get fresh ingredients and step it up. I would have gone elsewhere but was sucked in by the illusion of fresh scallops for the ""scallop harvest festival."" Don't make the same mistake.",real
26720,"I lived in Fairmount for 5 years, and I personally prefer this Northern Sabrina's to the one in the Italian Market. The food here is simply great. I always look at the specials in the middle of the menu, there's almost always something new that I want to try. Pancakes are some kind of monster dessert here. Omlettes are great, as is my personal favorite - the Barking Chiuaua Breakfast Burritto. The servers are usually running around helter skelter, but they always stop to check in, and refill my coffee. It's a great, great place. The only things keeping me from giving Sabrina's 5 stars are the wait - you can call in and cut it short, but I've seen people waiting 45 minutes before...it's good but not worth sitting outside in the cold that long! And the music...when I started coming in here it was always great 50's and Motown stuff providing the soundtrack to brunch. Now? soft 70's rock...brutal! Fix it guys!",real
23680,Excellent homemade italian food !! Service was attentive. We will definitely be back !,real
30837,"My husband and I live just 10 minutes away and have been going to Sushi Kuu since it changed owners (and names) a while ago. The first time we ate at Sushi Kuu we had not even realized they changed names and owners until we pulled up in the parking lot. Since we were already there, we decided to give it a try. If it was no good, we just wouldn't go back. We were wondering what we had gotten ourselves into when we walked into the restaurant and noticed that it had been painted a garish neon-green color (not sure if this is meant to be an appealing color for diners but I am thinking no...). The sushi was pretty good so we kept going back. We actually come here at least once or twice a month and have never had a bad experience. The sushi is always fresh and the service is very good. The wait time seems to grow exponentially depending on the number of people in the restaurant. If the restaurant is full when you arrive, you better not be starving because it will be quite a wait. We always go for dinner on Saturdays and since it is a small restaurant with about 8 tables, it gets packed quickly. However, I always think the wait is worth it once I get my food. The prices are standard for what you'd find throughout NJ for sushi - about $5-6 for small rolls, around $12-16 for large, special rolls. It's sushi, so it's not going to be cheap. I have had better sushi elsewhere but this is always our local go-to place for sushi.",real
41031,"It is a truly beautiful place. There's an enchanting garden in the back that they open in when it's warmer. The inside is also very beautiful and unique. It's good for: + 2-4 people dining + very special occasions (since it is a pricey and romantic) + romantic dates for 2 Dress: Business Casual Food Favorites: + They only have a 3 or 4 course tasting menu. it's definitely pricey but the food is well worth it. ($50 to $80). BYOB. + Beef tenderloins + Banana creme dessert + crab cake + scallop entree + filet mignon Small plates but everything was so nicely made and well put together and so delicious. You can tell all the work that went into it. The service was very nice, the staff was very attentive and they wanted to make sure we were pleased. If you want fine dining in North Jersey, this is the place to go.",real
37803,"I have such an overwhelming love for this place. They are lovely people, the food is absolutely amazing and consistent and they have a happy hour on Sunday afternoons. I love them.",real
48465,I love dive bars and bar food!  What's better than a chargrilled cheeseburger on an english muffin with waffle fries?  There's obviously other items on the menu but every time I come I can't get myself to pass up a Duffy's burger.,real
33720,"I love cantinas. I love the food, I love the way its decorated inside and out. I usually always get a burrito either pork or chicken, garlic shrimp, guacamole, and whatever really good desserts they have some time. It is definitely good!",fake
40460,"Great food and really good pricing. This is another place I really love. I haven't found much good mexican in the city, but they do it right. They have great spicy margaritas. Both the habanero and jalapeño infused drinks were awesome if you like spicy drinks. The only downside is the restaurant is small so wait times can go up quick, but it's worth it and the staff there is awesome!!!",real
26647,"The portions here are ridiculous! I didn't have a wait at all, we got seated immediately and the waiters were very nice, although I felt a little rushed to pick something, but the menu looks so yum, it can be overwhelming! You can definitely share the portions, I had the breakfast burrito, and it was MASSIVE! My friend got the french toast and it all smelled and tasted to great! Just a word of caution though, there are only 2 bathrooms, one for men and one for women, so be careful of traffic flow to the bathrooms! But great food and cute little cozy spot!",real
47884,"Was very excited to dine on some latin cuisine in rutherford but left highly disapointed.  The restaurant is very elegant with a good ambiance and fabulous decor.  The food on the contrary was just awful.  I wouldn't categorize it latin because it's embarrassing to my culture.  All side dishes were cold and tasteless. the app were hideous.  For example, the croquetas were doused in tomato sauce and rendered a soggy mess with an unrecognizable filling.  I sent back food three times and left hungry.  On the up side the service was wonderful.  I sent back food so many times and the server and management were very accommodating on trying to find me and edible replacement.  Sad to say I never found one.  Perhaps with a better chef this place would be amazing.",real
12689,"In the defense of this restaurant, me and my gf managed to show up to a restaurant called Pio Pio and NOT get chicken! I'm thinking that was my mistake. Especially since the Pio Pio dishes are so huge and so cheap! Yea, what was I thinking?! We came in here on a Saturday night without a reservation and got seated right away, which was nice. I wasn't expecting that, but then again, I wasn't expecting this place to be as gigantic as it ended up being! It was recommended to me by a friend who lives right down the street, but she never mentioned that it could fit 2 weddings at the same time! In fact, when we got to the downstairs section of the restaurant I realized that this place is a place where people go with large groups for dinner parties: there were maybe 3 different tables with atleast 10 people, hanging out and having a good time. Hmm, who know? To start I got the calamari, because it's been way too long since I've had calamari. And because of that i thought the squid was great, my gf thought otherwise though. In hindsight, it was just...meh. My girlfriend got this shrimp dish as her main course, and I got Peruvian chinese fried rice...with beef. Smh. Why didn't I get it with chicken?! Like what was I thinking?! Her shrimp dish came out looking great, and it tasted good too. My rice was alright, but the beef was weird. It was fried and seemed breaded, which I definitely wasn't expecting, and it had a really weird flavor on top of that, which I defnitely didn't really like. There was so much of it too! I asked them to box it up, and the leftovers they boxed up was enough food for 2 people, STILL! It was insane. They give you huge portions here, but my advice to you is....get the chicken...or even the shrimp...",real
32948,"A far too disappointing new year's menu. We think they should stick with their regular chef's menu that they serve on Sundays. New Years eve menu was way  over priced and totally DISAPPOINTING!!!! It sucks to end 2011 this way.... :( We are long time regulars of this place n its sad that they charge such a high price for such a SLOW n Painfully long  3+ hours mediocre dinner so NOT worth what they charged. The CHEF's have set a very high standard themselves with their awesome Sunday night dinners which is $33 per person for a 4 course dinner VS the new year eve dinner $100 + for a 6 course and downright  bad food. One thing is for sure, it's gonna take us a while before we even think of making a reservation at Little Fish.",real
4879,"Based on some of the other comments I take it this is not the place from that famous song, but if it's not the place Susan Vega was singing about it should have been! This place has really good food, but it's really all about the service.  From the kindly old guy behind the counter, Gus who brought over a pop up book for my son. To the staff that greet you while on the line in front of the place with complimentary coffee, cookies and cinnamon toast, to the waiter we recognized as a PhD student friend of a friend who insisted that egg creams should only come in chocolate and gave us a free one to compare against the vanilla one we ordered.  Definetly a great place to go for a brunch.  Just be aware that there's only a few tables inside so you'll most likely have a bit of a wait, but even while waiting the service makes it all worth it. Bonus: The food's good too!",real
5413,"Hot dogs. They're the latest trend; a hot dog joint is the new burger joint. Even so, I think hot dogs have an indelible place in American culture (indelible, not inedible), so it's hard to write off a hot dog joint as just another trend. With so much regional variety in the world of hot dogs, Center City was due for a eatery that could bring together these styles and add their own unique dogs. Underdogs is that place. I stopped by for takeout today at noon and waited in a long line filled with people that I assume had just seen the Foobooz post on this place. I didn't mind the line, because it gave me plenty of time to study all the menu options printed on the wall. The combos are priced below most area lunches at less than $8 after tax for a dog, fries, and a drink. I started my Underdog journey with a Michigan style dog-- chili, cheddar, chopped onions, and mustard. I mostly made this choice because my last transcendent hot dog experience happened at a hot dog institution in Grand Rapids, Michigan called Yesterdog. Underdog's version was somewhat different (it didn't have a pickle) but still delicious. I think I will hit up the Chicago style next, so that I can get my pickle fix. Fries were also solid and there were a ton of tasty fry sauces to choose from. The rest of my coworkers also enjoyed their dogs... we'll be back in force soon!",real
36701,"good selection of tacos and delicious guacamole. Seafood soup and ceviche use frozen supermarket grade seafood, dont even bother. Good chicha, traditional peruvian drink made from corn. Ill come back for tacos only next time. Great service.",real
29009,Brooklyn's pizza is sincerely the best pizzas I have eaten. So many varieties it's amazing. They don't only have pizza the array of things on the menu is simply amazing. Great service and very accommodating. I simply love this place!!!,real
44270,"I was honestly disappointed with Benito's. I picked it because I had a friend visiting the United States for the first time from Norway and we spent a weekend in NYC. I wanted her to get a feel for all aspects of the city, including historic Little Italy. I have been to a few phenomenal restaurants in Little Italy, but they lack some of the atmosphere. For example, Grotta Azzura looks like a Papa Ginos, but damn the food is AMAZING there. I was hoping for even better at the real deal, Benito One the Original. I made a reservation on the phone - no trouble. When we got there, we were seated at a rickety picnic table outside, way too close to the diners next to us (as in, the tables were basically butted up together). I get that it's tight in that neighborhood, but it wasn't what I had in mind. The menu was HUGE! The prices were a bit steep for some things and appropriate for others. I got a glass of sangria and it was pretty good. The bread was uninspired. But my biggest disappointment was my meal. I got gnocchi and the flavor was dull, the portion was small by normal standards -- let alone italian standards! -- and while it wasn't BAD, it wasn't great, as I had hoped it would be. We didn't linger because we didn't feel welcome to do so. We packed up and got out of there, and I don't think I'll be back.",real
20937,"Have been going there since last year. Always great service, excellent food,love the staffs :) highly recommending...",real
17612,"I don't know where my yelp friend taking me.. but I go anywhere as long as she doesn't makes me eat raisins..or makes me wait in line for hours.. The good thing is at least for Clinton St. Baking Company you can just leave your name and they will tell you an estimate time when your time is ready...so you don't have to be standing outside the restaurant waiting for your number/name to be called.. our wait time is 45 min on a Tuesday late morning.. (I was eyeing for a coffee shop with WIFI just up the street..so I can just has my netbook out and parked myself there for awhile) Brioche French Toast ($13) and Blueberry Pancake ($13) - both looks so good for take photos!! and especially we got the table by the window.. they both looks so photogenic with the natural light! - Huge Portions!! I think I will be in sugar coma and double my dress size if I have to eat that for breakfast/brunch everyday.. - Pancake was fluffy and doughy at the same time... I never been served pancakes that stacked up that high... I was full just looking at them!! - Brioche French Toast was A-OK.. compare to Pancake.. but I still was not wow... It was sad that we ended up just could not finish everything.. sad to have food go to waste..but really no way that 2 of us could have ate that by ourselves.. where is my yelp buddy when I needed him?? I don't mind giving Clinton St. another try, but I might have to pass all these breakfast offerings and try some other items in the menu..and of course if there is not going to be any wait!",real
41691,"Met a friend here for an early dinner/late lunch. She said she'd been here before and that I had to try the fried pickles.  They were pretty good I have to admit. I only had wine which was fine. I ordered a burger and we shared mac and cheese. The mac and cheese was good but a really small portion, my burger was good too. It was a cool intimate place until it started getting crowded and I felt like people were hovering over us waiting for us to get up. pretty cool place though.",real
41534,Been to this place twice and I really love the interior but the food is excellent. Loved their burgers (which is byfar the best in Astoria) other foods and drinks! Going back soon to try different food!,real
31667,"Walking through Olde Town Philly we stumbled upon BierStube. With a hankering for good bier and some bratwurst we decided to give it a try. Beer menu fantastic! Hefeweisen outstanding!  Perogies, sauerkraut, and bratwurst ( both pork and chicken) incredible. Potato pancakes terrific! Wait staff (Christian) attentive and friendly! Thoroughly enjoyed! Check it out.",real
18416,"WOW. the wait at this place is insane. it opened at 10am today. i got there at 10am. i waited in line in the freezing cold for an hour for a table for 4 and it was worth it. the pancakes were so tasty and not only that, the host came out with a plate of hot pancakes for those patrons waiting in line. that was definitely very nice. i wish i had the stomach to try other things but I saved that for next time. get there early!",real
16351,It's a pretty good pancake place. BUT....... It's one of the try once but never EVER go again. I don't think any pancake is worth a 1 1/2- 2 hour wait.,real
15748,"Great for pasta lovers!!! Beautifull place and good service... Like It! Small Pasta primi plates but you can go with 2-3 of those, just perfect flavours mix.",real
23669,This place is interesting. Its a convenience store/deli/ liquor store. They have a little bit of everything which I think is great. I ordered a turkey/roast beef/cheese/red peppers on a roll. They are not stingy with the meat which is the best part. The bread is not the freshest which is why i'm taking off a star. I will def come back here to pick up a sandwich when needed. FYI- about $7 for the sandwich .,real
8861,"Randomly found this place just wandering around. Had the Jezebel Wings, a chicken biscuit, and The Ruby (biscuit with fried green tomato, shrimp, and remoulade). Everything was phenomenal. The prickly pear lemonade was also amazing, and it's made on site, along with just about everything else there. The service and decor were just as comforting as the food. I'll definitely be back here a lot.",real
7402,"Fun atmosphere and good food. The wait staff here have also always been really great. I especially like the lobster mac n cheese and the tuna tartare. Good drinks, too.",real
8625,"Expensive but delicious. Best enjoyed with adventurous eaters.  We shared 5 plates among four of us - everything was terrific, made with unusual ingredients but bursting with flavor. Wines in particular seemed super expensive - we ordered a bottle of the cheapest red and it was really excellent. Desserts were underwhelming - not sweet enough.",real
25224,"Great and unique Thai food, solid 3.5 The place is pretty spacious with plenty of seating. They have great service here and very nice and helpful staff. -The drink options are also great here, with plenty of cocktails to choose from like my go to the negroni -Don't get thrown off by the water here. I thought I was going crazy because it tasted like rice, but luckily I read a prior review that it was meant to be this way. The food itself is very unique and not your run of the mil thai food. -The fish sauce wings were delicious, and flavorful, and definetly a must try. They were a good mix of sticky, sweet, spicy and tender. -The papaya salad was great, good mix of vegetables and flavors. -The Pork belly and shoulder was very good but a bit on the greasy side and had a bit to much fat to meat ratio (not the usual firm pork belly fat I like) Overall the place is good and worth a try, but at the same time it's a bit pricy relative to what you get and not a place I would go to far out of the way for. It's a solid 3.5",real
16061,"Despite the wait to get in, food service is fast and delicious. We had blueberry pancakes and the buttermilk biscuit w scrambled egg, both outstanding! Staff were friendly and attentive, interior is small but not cramped, toilet paper is delightfully 2 ply. Get here early, we arrived at about 9am mid-week and there was already a short queue our wait estimate (10 min) wait was accurate, however when we left the wait was up to 40+ also note as the space is small the hungry must line up outside.",fake
19829,"When we were in Philadelphia in June 2013, we asked a local where the best Philly Cheese Steak was. They told us to go to Sonny's and it was AMAZING! The meat was delicious, the bread was fresh, and the overall sandwich is one that is still fondly talked about. Go check them out! It's down an adorable street with so many things to experience and see.",fake
24001,Excellent service and drinks. Enjoyed our entrees very much. Better then any NYC steakhouse out there !!!,real
2467,"Yep. I was a tourist in Philly so I went to Geno's. Its kind of like going to Memphis and taking a swing by Graceland. You may not like all the songs, but its something you HAVE to do. I got lucky on a Tuesday at lunch. There was no real line and it was a beautiful day to sit outside. I ordered the cheese steak with provolone and onions. The staff must have been bored because they were cheery and playful with me. Order sandwiches at the first window. I ordered french fries and a drink too. Order that other stuff at the other window. Oh, I said. He gave me that look like I was such a rookie. True, sir! True! So I go to the other window and the guy sees that I have a convention tag hanging from my neck and he says that the convention tour passed by yesterday and went to the wrong place. They went to Pat's across the street, which is where Philly cheese steaks began - but they are Geno's arch nemesis. I told him, yeah, we saved the best for last. He liked that. So about the food? they asked. Well, the bun was warm and the outside was crisp and the inside was soft. So far so good. The meat was sliced and slightly spiced, very tender. The sweet onions and the provolone were a nice compliment. I was surprised the sandwiches didn't have a lot more meat. I've been other places where the beef is falling out of the bun and the cheese is slathered all over it, great big globs of gooey, yummy grease. This was not that. But it was still tasty. I just expected more and messier. All in all, I'm glad I went. Yeah there was some of that ""freedom fry"" signage on the walls that I think is silly, but they also support the police, military and fire fighters. So that was cool to see all the ribbons and medals on the walls. They have some great photo's of celebrities eating there. Some of the pics are older than others though. I saw Jay Leno back when he actually had one chin instead of his current three. So check out Geno's or walk across the street to Pat's if you want a solid Philly cheese steak.",real
43135,"Wooot !! the chocolate smell!! amazing....Dessert was very good, big giant ice cream sundae...ahhh but the food was not all that great, it took a bit long and tasted average. My friend has the pizza, tasted ok. Chocolate martini!! love it and it looks so cool too..!!",real
47419,"We've been there a number of times.  This review is not based on one visit. The food is only average.  Nothing to brag about.  It is not authentic Italian, but a contrived variation.  No alcohol served.  No liquor license.  It is located on the first floor, and only the first floor, in a very tiny converted row home on a poorly lit, crime ridden corner in South Philly.  The tables are much too close which will cause you to feel as if you are in a sardine can.  It is very claustrophopic.  It gets hot and noisey.  There is only one fire exit on the side street.  The staff is nice, however they tend to rush you out so they can get the next customer seated since this place is so tiny.  Considering that you may leave after dinner and find an expensive parking ticket on your car, or some rude drivers double parked next to you (an/or in front of you, and/or behind your vehicle) while you are in L'Angolo, and as a result you can't leave South Philly for hours because your vehicle is unable to exit the street parking until the person(s) who double-parked next to you may (or may not) come out and move their vehicle, it is just not worth it.  It's disgusting when you come out of the restaurant and see roaches and rodents crawling around under your feet.  Overall - nightmarish.  You have been advised.",fake
43535,"I learned two things today. 1) Dalessandro's sells gift certificates. 2) I have no willpower to pick up a gift certificate without ordering my own cheesesteak. I ran out over my lunch break and wasn't sure what to expect in terms of crowds however I was easily able to find parking on Wendover Street. Once inside I saw that several of the counter seats were occupied, and there were about 5 people waiting on line to place and pick up their orders. Within a minute or so I was able to place my order. I really just wanted to pick up a gift certificate but figured that when in Rome... So glad I did! I'm no Dalessandro's first-timer but I forgot how good the steaks are. My cheesesteak with American cheese, banana pepper, sweet pepper and raw onion hit the spot! The meat is chopped finely, just the way I like it. The hoagie roll is large and was stuffed to the brim with cheesesteak goodness. Taking my sandwich to go, the whole experience must have taken 10 minutes max. No regrets from this girl on today's lunch. As far as the great cheesesteak debate goes, Dalessandro's definitely is up amongst Philly's finest! I honestly don't eat cheesesteaks enough and have never done a side by side comparision, but they'd make my short list if I had to make a recommendation. Okay, so I learned one more thing. Their beer selection goes well beyond what is listed on their menu. They have an awesome 6 pack selection including Flying Fish Exit 4, Troeggs and Leinenkugel and other craft options. I had to pass on the beer since it was my lunch hour, but I can see many good pairings for the future. Fourth and final lesson of the day- it's cash only, kids. Happy steaking!",real
8651,"I never write reviews, but my wife and I had such amazing food here I had to take the time to do so.  From our well crafted and unique cocktails and every beautiful plate that was brought out to us, each item wonderfully delicious.  We loved it so much that it was the first place we both thought of when we picked a place for a Valentine's day dinner.  I highly recommend The Pines for a date or dinner with friends or family.",real
1049,i was only there one time,fake
16253,"Still my FAVORITE brunch place ever from all the places I've had in NY! Seriously, you can't go wrong with anything from here. Clinton does everything so perfectly. I usually don't like getting pancakes, but this place actually always have me in the mood to order them because their pancakes are so heavenly. Fluffy and airy with their awesome maple syrup. Benedict's are on a warm buttery flakey biscuit. Sugar cured bacon is AMAZING here, I'm even droooling thinking about it! Since I'm more of a waffle lover than a pancake lover, I remember they use to have this wonderful fluffy waffle with fresh berries and ice cream... But I don't see it on the menu anymore WHYY?! ;( I usually prefer coming here on the weekdays around 1ish where it's only half an hour wait. The weekends will always be an hour to two hours wait so eat a small snack/breakfast beforehand and walk around soho because the wait is worth it! LOVEE CLINTON ST BAKING CO.",real
34496,One of the best brunches in town... A lot of variety on the menu! The shrimp and grits is  amazingggg good! Never was a fan before of grits.... But they really know how to make delicious! Coffee is La Columbe... You can never go wrong with that! The south Philly location is my favorite b/c it has one of the best services!,real
29834,"Silk City is a great diner.  Never been in the night club side so I can't review that.  The outdoor seating is awesome when the weather is nice.  The garden has a very cool, hip city feel.  Food is solid and service is friendly and laid back.  Been there a few times now and always enjoy it.",real
32777,I waited months to get a reservation here on a sunday and when i finally did it was amazing. Would definitely come back and hope itll be soon,fake
12097,"Classic Peruvian dishes are on point. Pricing is slightly higher than other Peruvian restaurants, but the atmosphere is also a lot more formal than other restaurants. Definitely worth checking it out.",real
4572,"Pros: the pancakes and flavored butters are excellent and the vibe is awesome! Cons: everything else. Long waits on Saturday and Sunday to get a table, and let's face it, this is just diner food people.",real
11395,"I've been to this place twice, once on a Saturday night and the next during a Thursday night. Coming here was a pain on the weekend because of the crowd and the wait, but on a Thursday night my party of 2 was seated right away. The place is dark and intimate but somewhat loud. That doesn't take away from the great service and amazing food. For appetizers, I've had both the Bone Marrow &  Oxtail Marmalade and the steamed pierogies. I wouldn't have the pierogies again, but the bone marrow dish was delicious. I plan on ordering it again the next time I'm there. My entree both times was the duck breast. Delicious! So many places overcook duck, but this was cooked impeccably. You won't regret this place.",real
42373,"The salad bar has so many great options that are all healthy, light and full of natural flavors. I highly recommend the sweet potato with curried aioli, dried apricots and almonds, the Asian slaw and the broccoli in cashew cream. A small container of the 3 salads came to around $13 so it's a bit pricey for quantity but the quality is there. They also stock their Hu Kitchen dark chocolate bars, kale chips and take home boxes of some salads. Coffee here is terrible though-watery and the almond milk was burnt $3.75",real
3765,Mac & cheese on a hot dog?? GENIUS! And delicious. The bbq bacon dog is awesome too. Highly recommend this place. Good food at school price. I've only been able to make it down there once so far but i can't wait to go back.,real
32436,"This is a pretty good resto, but not quite as good as most reviewers suggest. The food is ample, plain, served reasonably promptly, but it is not outstanding in any way. My veal meatloaf was closer to hamburg than to meatloaf, e.g.",real
18896,Amazing.  Simply amazing. Love it.,real
4475,"Obsessed with their huevos rancheros, I really like the food here.  When I came here the first time, we were not able to eat because the line was all the way outside with more than 10+ people waiting. I was not going to wait outside in the winter, but after tasting the huevos rancheros the second time I came here and actually was seated, I understand why they have such a following.   Great service accompanied with great food.  What more can I ask?",real
4079,"This place is rad. There was no part of my experience with which I had a problem.  Drinks at the bar were great.  The food was spectacular.  The atmosphere was energetic and lively.  And, I received some of the best service I've ever had.  Thank you, Kevin.  And thanks to everyone at Ocean Prime for providing my friends and I with an unforgettable night.",real
7446,Not a fan. Weird scene. Upside is the roof deck. Food sucks. Service blows. Crowd is lame.,real
16802,"The last couple times I've dined at CSB have been for dinner, and it's so strange to eat here with half the tables unoccupied (as I'm used to a crazy, 2+ hour wait for Sunday brunch)! On this trip, I ordered the porkchop, which came with onion rings.  It was juicy, fatty (a little too fatty), and definitely filling.  I was pleasantly surprised and impressed with the flavors of the horchata iced coffee.  Now I just have to find somewhere around Chicago that'll serve up a refreshing drink like that!  Bf had the beet salad (great combination of flavors) and a bunless burger and gave it two thumbs up. Love you, Clinton St. Baking!  You are one of my fave stops in NYC!",real
32560,"Being a local, I feel that this diner has gone downhill! I've been eating at this restaurant since 12, so that's a good 9 years. They used to have huge portions and very crispy and delicious fries! Now, they give out small portions for their prices. In general, this diner is not that expensive, but for the quality of the food and the pirce, I think it is. Last time I got a burger with a side of fries. The burger was about $7/8, which isn't expensive, but it wasn't satisfying. The meat wasn't hot and juicy or savory. I rather go to smashburger or burgerfi, and for the same price, I can get an a lot tastier, juicier burger! I love french fries, and they used to have very fresh and crispy fries (i think they dipped the fries in a batter to give them an extra crispy texture). Now, I don't even want to eat the fries. Not crispy and just warm. However, the service is not bad. My waiter came by very often to check on us and poured water frequently. Sometimes they can have a long wait, but the last few times I went, I didn't have to wait. The place is also very spacious. It has a lounge area, bar, restaurant, and an alcove area in the back. My friends used to have their birthday dinners here, and they definitely have the space to hold large parties.",real
21124,"One of my favorite wine bars in the city. Uva's speciality - ORTRUGO white wine. To this day, I have not been able to find this wine anywhere else in the city. From a past conversation with a waitress there, I believe Uva buys this wine from vineyards that are closing out, thus the small distribution. The wine is ever so slightly effervescent, fruity and yet not sweet. It is also moderately priced so indulge a little and get a bottle - you won't regret it! The restaurant is beautiful, with exposed brick, rustic wooden tables and lots of candles. There is also a large picnic table to accommodate large parties. If you also get a chance, sneak a peek downstairs where the bathrooms are, as they have a private dining area in what I believe is their wine cellar. Perfectly romantic with candle votives on every step leading down to it, it would be the perfect setting for a small private moment with a loved one. Uva also has a sweet outdoor area for cool summer evenings! Be sure to check that out too. I normally stop here either before going to dinner or afterwards for a glass of ortrugo and dessert. Sadly, I have found their dinner menu to be disappointing but their desserts are fantastic - Girella al Cioccolato (sponge cake with nutella with hazelnut ice cream) and Fragole con crema al mascarpone (strawberries with mascarpone cream).",real
10069,"Excellent food, lamb bolgenese is AMAZING! Beat salad was also delectable.  The apple cider was just perfect and delicious.  Will definitely be back.  Service was slow to seat, despite reservations and the kitchen took 40 mins to get our entrees out.  That was annoying, but the food made up for it.",real
31992,"Some sort of combination of greasy spoon cafe and sudo mexican. On advice of the waitress, ordered the steak burrito with salsa verde which they make in house.  Steak was way overdone.  Salsa verde is the easiest thing to make and their...interpretation...was.......sad at best.",real
41794,"This is one of the best bars I've found in Astoria....but my opinion may be skewed as it is conveniently located 2 blocks from my apartment.  There is a decent beer selection and prices are reasonable.  I've been told by friends that the brunch is also tasty (but have not yet tried it out).   Advantages:  Outdoor seating in the back, fried pickles, typically a lot of men (so maybe only an advantage if you're a woman on the prowl) Disadvantages:  Often overcrowded, can be difficult to get seating/table even if you want to order food, limited food menu",real
6979,Great Mac and cheese,real
30715,"Pizza is good but not as good as it used to be. There are really good brick oven pizzerias in the area now, which are far better. Their other food is not very good at all. If you want really good Italian food, my recommendation would be to go to Paisano's in Rutherford. The bar is your typical bar with macro beers. You would think they could at least put some craft beers on, so I wouldn't even recommend going there for a drink at the bar. Many regulars go there, and some are pretty obnoxious.",fake
15546,"this place is super cute and cozy.. definitely a neighbor eats, kinda place with a friendly small staff. I was really excited to have lunch here, especially because it boasts organic, locally grown food (which I can definitely appreciate). I wish I could write a glowing review about how much I loved the food, but I don't. Forgive me for I can't remember the names of the dishes I tried, but I'll do my best to describe it. My gf had some seafood, squid salad thing, that was definitely waaay  too salty, even for seafood. My other gf and I had a lightly breaded pork tenderloin. The breading was nice, light, and crispy, but the pork was pretty much 80% fat. I might have had three bites of actual meat, and just discarded the rest. We also had the sauteed greens, chicken meatballs, and a cheese plate.. all of which were good, but nothing to call home about. I would consider trying this place again, because the menu probably changes frequently, but I definitely wouldn't go out of my way.",real
8070,"Finally made it to Pylos on Friday night continuing my obsession with Greek food. We went early without a reservation and they were able to seat us at a great table. Started off with the egg drop chicken soup which was excellent. This soup is BOMB. Better than Grandma's homemade. (My grandma doesn't' make homemade chicken soup, I'm just using as a generic example) Had fried zucchini and eggplant which was lightly battered and very good. Had to order grape leaves too. These I weren't crazy about but were still good. Think they had veal in them. Also had a very strong flavor that caught me off guard. For our entrees, we had a chicken and striped bass. Both were very tasty. Didn't see any spanikopita on the menu but it was good to try other things. The restaurant itself is a little wacky. You walk in to a a long corridor with tables and then it opens up in the back. No bar. Also got the feeling they like to turn the tables over, we had to order everything at the same time. I usually like to take my time and order one or two things at a time. Tried a new beer called Alfa that was a tad bitter. This place also not bad on the wallet! Give it a try. Sidenote, I enjoy reporting activity at tables around us. There was lady sitting next to us who had long grey hair down to her thighs. No joke. Raise your glasses!! Miss Sao Paolo, is HERE",real
1999,"A famous and flamboyant part of South Philly, Geno's is an experience unique to Philadelphia. The cheesesteaks (and fries and drinks) are a bit overpriced, the rudeness and bigotry (""English speakers only"") are off-putting, and the huge collection of law-enforcement patches are, with the most cynical interpretation, a disturbing ode to authoritarian establishment such as is rarely seen. A possible plus is that, while Geno's aways seems somewhat busy, I didn't have to wait in a long line to eat (unlike Jim's, where I had to wait an hour). The cheesesteak itself, while enjoyable, was not as otherworldly as some might claim, and others might expect.   Despite all of that, I have to admit that I enjoy the gaudiness of the neon and the bright-as-day lights that come on at night. There is a certain ""fun"" quality to this place, and it attracts all sorts of people (the locals, the tourists, the young, the old, the panhandlers; I even saw ""Santa"" here once during the Christmas season, eating a cheesesteak after a hard day's work, still in full costume). Geno's is not a place to come if you want a good value, or great food. It doesn't earn the amount of business it gets through taste, quality, or service. The draw of Geno's (somewhat tenuous) claims to history or authenticity are largely countered by its Disneyland-esque fakeness. But I would say it's worth visiting once, seeing the lights at night, trying a cheesesteak ""wit provolone and onions,"" comparing it to the one found across the street at Pat's and enjoying the uniquely Philadelphian experience.",real
18922,"One of the best places to get pizza in New York. The crust is fresh and they use the perfect amount of spices and oil to make the pizza perfect. Whether you pick it up, get it delivered or eat it there are will not be disappointed. Personal favorite for a simple treat: Prince Perfection SoHo Square. Will definitely continue to go here for years to come!",real
20341,Delicious. Been here many times before for just drinks but had dinner tonight... Amazing. Dessert- also amazing. Will return.,real
19944,"OK since I had reviewed the GQ review of cheese steaks and since I was staying at the Loews we headed directly to Sonny's since it is close to the Liberty Bell etc.  I admit I have not had a Philly cheesesteak anywhere else in Philly but I have had the copy cats elsewhere.  NOW I get it.  This cheesesteak is wonderful.  The bread is slightly chewy which is the  way I like it and the steak is legit since you can see them slicing ribeye steak right in front of you.  Went in the afternoon so we did not have to wait.  The steak had a wonderful flavor with enough salt.  Salt is necessary with steak.  Got to have the cheese whiz if you are going to have a real Philly cheesesteak, right?  So we had the Classic x2, which is steak with grilled onions and cheese wiz.  Now I have  had cheese whiz elsewhere and it was a mess and did nothing for the sandwich.  NOW  I get  cheese whiz.  It made all the difference.  With the moisture of the cheese whiz it made the sandwich so succulent and tasty.  The place is sparse with a few tables and you serve yourself to drink and peppers.  The price, $13 for the sandwich, fries and a drink with refills.  Outstanding, worth it.  I think GQ is right.  This is the place, especially considering the location.  I am going to try some others butI have a feeling I have found the best already. Others may have all the yelling and ambiance, but if you want what the locals eat, go to Sonny's. Also plan to check out the other pubs and restaurants nearby.  Old city is cool.",real
14610,"Gotta give them credit for always having soup on the brunch menu. Food is good, but often sold out of menu items so don't go there planning on getting a certain dish. Servers are great but the bartenders (if you sit at the bar) like to take their time asking if you would like a drink. If you live in the neighborhood, it should be part of your rotation.... But don't bother to travel to this spot.",real
902,"I went to Geno's years ago and genuinely enjoyed my sandwich and the assembly-line style service.  Since then, the food and service have gone down the toilet.  They are so preoccupied with moving the line that they won't ask questions or listen to you--they throw disgusting cheez whiz sandwiches (with RAW onions!) at you regardless of what you ask for.  Since I have a dairy allergy, I totally wasted my money and since I had already paid, they completely ignored me.  Everything about the place says ""Screw you if you don't conform"" so if I hadn't previously had a good experience I would never have come to Geno's.  Even the fries are disgusting.  Please, stay away.",fake
18354,"Mmmmm.  I had the best blueberry pancakes of my life here.  And that amazing buttery maple syrup.  It probably also helped that I was ravenous after a TWO hour wait.  Yes, people.  TWO hours.  And that was on a crappy weather day!  It was cold and rainy! Because of the waiting time (did I mention it yet?  TWO hours!), I'm knocking down the rating to 4 stars.  I don't know if I could come back here because I usually can't wait even 30 minutes for my food.  Still, those pancakes were amazing....",real
30882,"Ok for lunch.  The place is old and dark - lots and lots of wood and low ceilings. Portions are very generous, but unfortunately the fried entrees are very greasy and I would not recommend.  Not the best and not the worst.  Would definately try another restaurant before returning to the shanty.",fake
19685,"oh ho ho,  I had the bbq brisket sandwich and it was very, very, good. their burger was also tasty, i had that on another occasion. it kind of reminded me of a great fancy take on a the ""roy rogers"" burger. if you've ever had one those in the 90's, you may recall their distinct bbq flair on theirs. but wait...bacon popcorn!!! eats aside, their draft list is very impressive. 22 taps flowing. something for everyone. please don't try to order bud, coors or miller here. expand your horizons. there is a world of beer to be savored and this bar provides an opportunity, a glimpse, to do just that. so drink it up!",real
9847,"I try to eat organic/local/seasonal and this is a great restaurant to eat this way!  It's super cute restaurant on Penn's campus.  They have a pretty large selection of artisan/local beers and organic wines.  Food is consistently good.  I especially like the roasted beet salad.  The tartars are all excellent as well.  Although a little on the pricey side, you know that it's because of the ingredients and not for trendy atmosphere",fake
19526,"This place is really, really good for a casual dinner of deep-fried food that will satisfy your vegan friends and your carnivore friends alike. Great beer selection, friendly waitstaff.  If you have a sensitive stomach you better go somewhere else because seriously, almost everything is deep fried. I wouldn't recommend ordering the mint julep--even though it goes with the ambience of Southern truck-stop food, it was pretty flavorless and not worth the money.  Aside from that, I love it here.",real
19120,"I thought the overall flavor was good but that was just b/c of the coconut chutney.  The pondicherry dosa was oddly constructed, it had shreds of lettuce, peppers, carrots and onions all which were great, but the potato was not what I recall eating last time I had a dosa, this was just a few chucks of potatoes, I am used to my dosa fillings being more blended and for lack of a better word mushy.  The crepe was good but the whole thing really fell apart...the dahl wasn't just ok.  I will go back and try again, but for 6 dollars I didn't feel like it was well constructed.  I will try the roti and samosas next time so that I can get some green and red sauce.",real
30082,Very "meh." Food is similar to but not as good as every other gastropub in the area. Lounge/club area is an asshole magnet and it is always SO HOT - we apparently have no handle on air conditioning in this place. That for me is a deal breaker. There is no reason to have dancing/DJ nights that are very crowded in the middle of summer and not have a good cooling situation going on. Will most likely not be going back.,real
28398,"I'm so crazy for not knowing about this place sooner! My charming BF introduce me to their homemade ice creams and shakes and now this is my 2nd fave place in the area. I tried vanilla, chocolate, chocolate chip cookie dough, banana splits, coffee chip ,  cookies an cream and black raspberry ( surprisingly , I really enjoyed it  ). All were phenomenal! Many more to try. They always have ice cream specials so I will never get bored. This is great! Most of the Staff are young. Never had a problem once. In fact, they are super friendly and respectful. Keep in mind, this place isn't cheap but is affordable. I don't spent less than $11 on small portions for two people.",real
42360,"I ordered the Quinoa Bowl with the Moroccan Chicken. While it tasted fine, though nothing special that you couldn't make in 10 minutes at home, it came with literally 2.5 small pieces of pulled chicken. I have never seen such a poor serving of food for $11 in my life. Check the picture if you don't believe. The only reason it gets 2 stars instead of 1 (or really zero) is that after I called and told them that my Chicken Bowl had next to no chicken in it, they said they'd send me a new one. Let's hope the next bowl has some more protein.",real
38458,"My favorite soondubu jip! This was my first time at the new location and it's a lot bigger than the old space (two stories, for one thing). I usually get the assorted soondubu (beef, shrimp, clam) and it's SO freakin' good. Their service is really efficient as well.",real
6692,A diner vibe that's sort of a scene with an Asian touch...I'm pleasantly confused. I sat at the bar and ordered shrimp tacos and charred green beans. The flavors are perfection! The portions were a little in the small side...like I'm thinking about ordering another green beans dish. The service was great. I'd come back next time I roll through town.,real
34717,"I came here several weeks ago, having had a so-so experience a week or two before that, and deciding to give it another shot. The first time we went there was mid-Summer. The place was packed and we had to sit at the counter by the kitchen which was blasting hot moist air into our faces. We almost vomited. The food was decent. This time was busy as well. We gave our name to the waitress in the skin-tight spandex jumpsuit with the big ass, and waited. And waited. And waited. I sat at a stool and did a crossword puzzle when I finally got tired of my party's company. The place was starting to thin out, and they still didn't seat us. By the time we sat down the place was practically empty which made us feel like social outcasts. We put the food order out before we let the waitress out of our sight, since we were getting seriously hungry. I got something with salmon in it. Anyway, it was over 2 hours before we ate. You'd think that after all that time ANYTHING would taste good but, no -- I was mildly disappointed with my salmon thing. The potatoes were bland. In fact, everything was. I could tell that the ingredients were quality but...something was missing. I ate half of my salmon thing, and went out to the car to lay down until everyone else was finished, leaving instructions not to bother boxing my salmon thing to take home. At least the waitresses wear skin-tight spandex.",real
26877,"As a visiting worker to the Newark area, Sabor Unido is another great Newark restaurant that has changed my mind about what Newark means to me. Me and my co-workers settled in, ordered from the friendly owner and staff and soon found ourselves in a wonderful discussion w/ fellow diners who were pleasant and enjoyable to talk to. It felt as much like family in the cozy little place as I wished my real family felt like! When the food came, we were all in a great mood and while the food is not the very best, top of the line, haute cuisine at a $100+/dinner resto, I'd trade the over-hyped, expensive experience anytime for Sabor Unido's affordable warmth of a home cooked meal in a friendly, family environment.",real
43194,"We went here for dessert only, but what won me over was the yummy aroma of chocolate when you first walk in. The Churros Fondue was good but a little too sweet. Their hot chocolate was good too but you figure at a place like this, it should be. What I really liked though was their Chocolate Chunks Pizza ""The Works"" (chocolate, hazelnut bits, bananas, peanut butter sauce and roasted marshmallows). This is a good place to grab dessert with your girlfriends. I imagine this would be a good place to get your chocolate fix when you're pms'ing too. ;)",real
45189,While I've been in the process of relocating to this area this restaurant has been my go to. Every meal I've had from brunch to lunch to dinner and drinks has been wonderful. The FOH staff and severs are all professional and knowledgeable about each dish and are happy to assist in an appropriate wine pairing. Well worth the wait for a table outside for brunch. A must if you're in the area. Mike my server this evening has been particularly wonderful.,real
32065,"We had heard good things, and came looking for our holiday korean bbq fix. We had an average sized party (4 adults, 3 kids) and were seated promptly. So far, so good. We had 4 orders of BbQ in addition to a bevy of other dishes, all of which came out relatively quickly. After that, whether through lack of manpower or just plain bad service, we were left on our own. We had to very aggressively flag down someone to replace our charred and smoking grill, not once but three times, and were essentially left to cook our own order. We couldn't decide if it was lack of attention due to being second-gen asians (who are sometimes second class customers in korean restaurants) or overall incompetence. I did bring it to the attention of someone who seemed to be a manager or owner, and she  apologized and promised to improve next time. That said she still didn't send anyone to our table, where another grill was charred and smoking. In the end, the food was very tasty, and came out fast. But for the price of the meal, the service was plain bad, whether through lack of manpower or bad planning. Definitely worth another visit, but service desperately needs to improve.",real
32987,"Little Fish is pretty amazing, there are a few things they could do differently to make it 5 stars, but the food was perfect.   For appetizers I had the Yellowtail with jalapenos and red onions and it was delicious, I could have had 3 more servings :)  Boyfriend got the King Crab and really liked it, I had a bite but am not a huge crab fan so I was meh.  For main courses we both had the Stripped Bass and it was cooked perfectly, it got a nice crisp on the outside while being flaky and moist inside.  The sauce was great and the potatoes were perfect... there was a little too much tapenade (which was very strong) but it was easy enough to ration it.   My recommendations for improvement: 1) I understand they are a tiny place and don't want to hire a hostess (what a waste that would be!) but the servers definitely seemed to think it beneath them to seat people and I think everyone that walked through the door had to wait awkwardly until the server decided to help.   2) Consider attempting the basket approach to bread.  They give you one slice of bread (small bread) and chimichuri sauce (which is sooo tasty!) and then you can ask for more... I guess saving a bit of bread by only giving it out when people ask makes sense, but I feel bad asking and think that a basket with like 2 slices/person would make a lot of sense (and then people can ask for more after that).   3) We didn't do the Sunday tasting menu because we called and asked whether it was flexible at all (I'm still pretty picky about seafood and boyfriend doesn't do pork) and they pretty much said no, which means we can't do it.  Again its a cost saving measure, but it makes them less than perfect.   Thanks Little Fish for a very tasty evening!",real
38916,"This place was effing awesome. I went here for a Valentines date with my girl and we loved every bite. This place is also a byob, so that brings it up a notch.    Each of us got the specials of the day which were a salmon and duck dish. The duck was perfectly cooked, and the salmon was seasoned spectacularly. The sides went great with each main course and i was super full afterwards    The service was fantastic, and very friendly. We have been back a bunch of times since our first experience, and i highly suggest going here for an intimate date in the lovely fairmount neighborhood",real
21460,"Every night we walk by Vite and we see how packed it is. We finally decided to try it out. It did not disappoint! We had the pork sausages and mozzarella appetizers, and the lamb ragu with pasta. All the dishes were delicious, but the lamb ragu stole the show. Not only was the sauce rich and flavorful, but the lamb was so tender that it melted in our mouths. Also, you could tell that the pasta was made in house and not from a box. I took advantage of their happy hour drink special, which were mojitos, and I was so glad I did because they were amazing.",real
30727,The drinks are good and the bar pies are great for a bar pie. Never really eaten here other then the bar pies and this was my second visit so i dont have much to review the crowd is an interesting mix and people watching should be fun,real
16044,"This place is ANNOYingly popular! Got here at 9:35AM on a sunday to beat the crowd, but was told the wait is 2 hours",fake
1453,"Like everyone says...I have had better cheesesteaks but that not what going here is all about ..is it?    I ate at Genos prob about 20 years ago and talked it up big to my family.  Have to say, it wasn't near as good as I remembered...lol!   BUT when in Philly...   My husband got Pats across the street so we could do the comparison and both were equally as ""good"".  I think we may have preferred the fries at Pats over Genos.   It's an American Icon tho..so you have to give it a try.  Before you go make sure of a few things: Bring cash ( they only take cash) Know what you want by the time you get through the line or get the heck outta there...ha.   The line in the street moves fast because of the first two points.",real
15702,"This place was amazing! A large group of us came in for a business dinner and they were so friendly and accommodating. Normally for parties of 8 or more they make you do a family style menu, but they were able to ""split"" our party into two groups and then join us at the same table so we could order individually. Our waiter was also amazing (I forgot his name, unfortunately) and took the time to really go over the menu with our whole group. I had the Baked Ricotta (big enough to share with 2-4 people) and the Tortellini with lobster and burrata. The Baked Ricotta was good, but was a little too fruity for my tastes - although my colleagues all liked it a lot. The tortellini was absolutely amazing though. The sauce was phenomenal and the pasta itself was done perfectly. I will absolutely return to this place next time I'm in Philadelphia.",real
10880,"I love the food here and it seems like they have something for everyone. (BLTs! french toast! omelets! smoothies! toys! wifi! outdoor seating! a really tall bar that makes you feel gigantic!). However, I recently had a less than fun experience when I stopped by after work hoping for a coffee and bagel treat. What kind of bagels do you have? Oh, no bagels? You always run out by this time? I guess I'll try to get off work earlier...(Maybe you should make or order more?) Anyway... No bagel. OK. How about a sandwich? A salad? A something? Oh, right, the kitchen is closed. Even though the store is open for another 1.5 hours. I guess I should have known that too. Well, just an iced coffee then. Oh, no debit for less than $5? Well, if you were serving food, I would be spending more money... I'll just get coffee elsewhere today.",real
12900,"Food was good. We started with a few apps: Cebiche Mixto and the Tamal Octubre. Both were tastey however the Tamal came out luke warm and didn't have as much chicken as expected. For dinner a friend and I split the Picante de Camarones which were fantastic: full of flavor, perfectly cooked shrimp. This also came with what was called a quinoa cake stuffed with spinach and goat cheese. It was also delicious, however it wasn't quinoa but brown rice. To drink i had their version of a caipirinha--average, could've had more liquor. The ambiance was great and there were a lot of birthdays/big tables celebrating events. Seems perfect for a birthday.",real
26613,"How have I not reviewed this place yet? Sabrina's is a place that I shamelessly show off to my out-of-town friends to rub it in their faces how much cooler brunch, and pretty much every other meal, is in Philly. Everything here is tasty. Really tasty. And huge. Bigger than my ego, and that's no trivial feat. I digress. I've had the stuffed french toast, their short stack with fruit compote, a burger, a chicken sandwich, and their vegetarian Mediterranean wrap - which is actually incredibly hearty (though a -bit- salty... but what can you expect when you put garlic hummus, falafel, feta and kalamata olives all in one thing). I loved all of it. Oh, and their home fries and sweet potato fries, the latter dusted with powdered sugar, are also the bomb. I remember seeing somewhere that this place is also supposedly a BYO, but I've never seen that verified. A man can dream. And eat disgustingly large amounts of french toast stuffed with whipped cream cheese. But yeah. I love you, Sabrina's Cafe and Spencer's Too. In a totally non-creepy way. Pro-tip: They don't have booze. That's the only thing missing, really. Also, Sunday brunch is ALWAYS super busy. So, try a Saturday morning. They're open, and the menu is the same.",real
1486,"The bread was chewy (not in a good way) the meat and onions tasted like McDonalds. They did have HOT SAUCE which was great. But, they were RUDE. Dude had gross teeth and had an attitude. Go to, rhymes with sat and starts with a ""P"".",real
47601,"I wish I could give them 10 Stars! Best food and excellent service. A great place to take your family for a delicious meal. Service is excellent and the ambiance is great! Order Fillet Minion with Lobster sauce! Yum! Life is good! Scheherezade Sharabianlou San Francisco, CA",fake
42804,"Went here on a recommendation today - also my birthday :) Nice ambiance.. Not too impressed by the Swiss Whipped - same as hot chocolate with whipped cream - just a typical hot chocolate, no extra choco flavor or choco chunks... presentation of dishes was good. Tip to first timers: it feels pretty cool to have hot chocolate from the hug mugs - and this you can get only if you get the regular hot chocolates, not swiss whipped :(, so order accordingly. French fries were very good, I took a lazy breakfast - good food, liked the square cut potatoes after dipping in chocolate sauce - quite an experience. But the omelette itself was not too great - ihop makes better omelettes. My friend requested a no-meat omelette, which came with topped sausages.. lol! It got swapped for the requested order, no issues there.. Margherita panini and veggie burger were good. For dessert, we took 'The Melting Chocolate Truffle Heart Cake & Shake' - excellent cake with dense hot chocolate on the side and strawberry pieces. Didn't like the shake much. Overall nice presentation, ambiance and unique experience being to a chocolate bar. Parking: Street parking or you can avail a parking lot right next door to this place. We parked a block away and noticed the next door parking when we reached the place. Enjoy yourselves! Cheers!",real
42478,"So frustrating that eating clean and healthy is significantly more expensive than eating fast food junk, but it's worth it. I think that much of the negativity surrounding places like Hu Kitchen stems less from the food not tasting good than it does from the food not meeting people's expectations when they walk in the door.  When a muffin is made with almond and coconut flour vs. wheat or white flour, the consistency is going to be different.  Cashew cream replaces cheese and raw cocoa powder replaces sugary chocolate, leading to a new taste because we're so accustomed to having a ton of extra sugar and salt gratuitously added to our food.  All of these substitutions add up to a different flavor and texture than people expect, which I think throws people off. It boils down to this - the food at Hu Kitchen is fresh, delicious, and most importantly, lovingly and healthily prepared.",real
41293,"Dinner here was great. First of all, anytime I get a really delicious meal with a beer for $15, I'm not arguing. The Elena de Ruz sandwich (on ""midnight bread"") was a knockout. the turkey / sweet cranberry sauce combo isn't a new thing, but this was awesome. The ""mojo sauce"" that it came with was a great compliment to all of our sandwiches, but it did leave my mouth tasting like garlic until... well the next morning actually, despite multiple teeth brushings. And the possibly homemade chips were a solid accompaniment. A small beer list though, was unfortunate... Negra Modela, Presidente, and one other. They were out of Dos Equis, so I kept hearing ""stay thirsty my friend"" echoing in my head as I ate. Not optimal, but beers were a reasonable $5 and sandwiches just $10 (with chips), which almost made me feel like a college student again. I was a fan of our helpful and friendly waitress, who didn't mind offering suggestions and answering our questions. Everything that came out of the kitchen (even for the other tables in the place) looked fantastic, and I could see myself literally enjoying everything on the menu. The smells in this place were heavenly. Just wish it weren't on Avenue C... if it were in a busier neighborhood, this place would have lines out the door.",real
467,"I wish I was as impressed with the food as I was with the service. I had read great reviews on Nai Tapas and I had wanted to try it for a while now. It was friday night, my friend had just come back from her Europe trip and I had lot to catch up wit her. I was looking for a quiet place with happy hour drinks, small bites and good service. We arrived there at 6:30 pm, we were seated right away even though we were still waiting for one more person to arrive. Our waiter was charming and had great marketing skills. We ordered a pitcher of mango sangria. This was our first time trying mango sangria, we didn't know what to expect. But the waiter gave a big go ahead for it. The drink was good, wasn't something i would drink on regular basis, but for a warm weather it was refreshing.We ordered 6-7 tapas dishes. Being a fish lover, i really enjoyed my Sardines. They were fresh and cooked to the right amount. Patatas Bravas, Chicken Croquetes, Seafood Paella, Oxtail were few of the other dishes we ordered. I didn't try the oxtail, but my friends really enjoyed it. The other dishes were just ok, was edible but not delicious . I was a lil dissapointed with our paella. I imagined a paella from my barcelona trip with lot fo shrimps, muscles, squids and clams. But for 17 bucks, the portion was really really small, it literally had 3 pieces of seafood and 4 spoons of rice. Since our waitor kept asking us how everything was, i gave him an honest review for the paella. He took my review very well, promised to pass on the comment to the chef and even gave us a small discount for the paella. We ended the meal with coconut Flan. I liked it.",real
1700,More of a tourist attraction than a trusted local spot.  The steaks are greasy and fatty and make me want to gag.,real
9078,"Decided to try filipino food and chose Pig and Khao over Maharlika. Wrong move. I might of ordered the wrong dishes, but heres what I chose: 1) Sizzling Sig 2) Pork Belly Adobo 3) Coconut Rice 4) Crispy Pata (1) First dish came. Looked fantastic with the egg and different spices and flavors. Had fantastic first few bites, then it became really heavy; it was literally 30% meat, 70% cartilage/fat. Then (2) came. Pork belly wasn't good; slices were too big, and 80% of it was fat. Not enjoyable. We tried to offset the overly rich(?), greasy taste of pork fat/cartilage with the (3) coconut rice but as an asian, rice shouldn't be this sweet. It was like they drenched it with candy and sugar. Very odd. Final dish came (4), and surprise - more pork fat/cartilage. Couldn't do it. Had 1 bite and almost threw up. I was so grossed out by the restaurant I couldn't even look at the food anymore. We really wanted to try the Halo Halo dessert, but honestly, I just wanted to get out of there and go eat something to wash off the taste of pig fat. We asked for the check and rushed out. Service was super nice though - hence the 3 stars. They took the (2) Crispy Pata off the menu because they saw that we barely touched it. Much appreciated. Overall, this was my first filipino experience, and I really wished I chose to go to that other joint in the East Village. PS. They have a garden in the back. It's quiet compared to the very lively dining room, but nothing special. Too dark for dinner. Would be nice for lunch.",real
21258,"This was a great find and I thank my fellow Yelpers. The ambiance and decor of this place is quaint and has a warm feel. The hostess is very welcoming and let me know that I wouldn't have to wait more than a few minutes even with the evening rush hour (weekday around 8pm). I proceeded to the bar to get a glass of wine for myself and my friend. While we were enjoying our wine the manager came up to us and reassured us that it will only be a few more minutes. Then within about 2 minutes he grabbed my bill at the bar and walked us to our table. That's what I call great service. I'd definitely go back to this place again. Oh yeah, the food was delicious and very reasonably priced.",real
30332,Grandma Pizza is awesome.,real
31728,"Really solid little place in Windsor Terrace. I had the flank steak with this rather delicious mustard, cream and Worcestershire sauce. I think the highlight was the truffle fries,  which I'll probably end of getting a full order of next time. Only negative is they close at 9; but that's in the eye of the beholder, as it were.",real
27308,"We really enjoyed our meal at Buttermilk Channel.  We were a group of 4 and we arrived on a Saturday night after 9pm and were seated immediately.  We shared the watermelon salad (fresh and delicious) and the bbq oysters (small but delicious) and the mussels (highly recommend, they come in a slightly spicy sauce which we all enjoyed).  Two of us had the fried chicken, the portion was very big and they both found the chicken fantastic.  One of us ordered the duck and they loved it as well.  I ordered the warm lamb salad - the lamb was cooked perfectly, though the salad could have used a bit more flavour in my opinion.  Overall the service was excellent (only issue was one small bathroom which isn't sufficient for a full restaurant) and we had a very enjoyable evening.",real
31797,"I SO wish there were negative stars for this one. I have previously reviewed this place and its no secret that I think the food is inedible. I do however go there for coffee once in a while, only because there are not alot of options nearby. Today however, it rose to a new level, so I felt compelled to share this lovely encounter. I go in to get a coffee to go. The guy that works the counter most mornings is there. He was never that pleasant but who cares, until today. I could list all the annoying the rude things I have seen him do like when he rolled his eyes at blind women that was asking him for help finding where the coffee cream was, to being on facebook while taking care of customers and getting through the entire transaction without even diverting his attention. Whatever, both are bad, especially the poor blind lady, but today takes the cake and earned him a review. I walk up to order and I hear ""clip clip"", ""clip clip"". Omg. Could he seriously be cutting his finger nails behind the counter where he is serving up food. Yep, after watching and listening to him for maybe 20 seconds, that is what he was doing. He was hunched over with his hands behind the counter, cutting his freaking finger nails with a clipper and letting the clippings fall to the floor. He actually looked up and asked if I was ready to order and when I said ""no"" (still absorbing what he was doing at the counter) he went back to cutting his nails. When he finally finished all his nails, he put the clipper away and admired his hands as he took an order from another women that walked up. I walked out. I am sorry but that is just disgusting. People, not only is is gross to cut your nails in public, but when you are serving food behind a counter? Really? I guess the service at this establishment matches its quality of food. I won't be back ever again, for anything. Gross.",real
5840,"Very good, traditional, Mexican food. The flavors are clean, and everything tastes fresh. The menu has a good selection, and everything I have had is properly seasoned. As others have mentioned, it is pretty small inside, so make reservations as it fills up fast. It can also be noisy in here at times. I don't mind it, but it's not the place for a quiet & romantic dinner.",fake
45000,"Tom and I had 2 small pizza's so we could each have what we wanted. I really preferred the white pizza I had (sp. Magarita). I also picked up a Greek salad and a pizza on another visit.  The salad they put together in front of me instead of some pre-packaged yuck.  The hours are kind of kooky as they are closed for a time between lunch and dinner, but the owners are very nice and we'll be back.",real
418,"The best spicy clams of my life. Almejas Diablo. Spicy, salty, savoury. Simply amazing. They were ao delicious that I wiped the sauce with the bread. And I NEVER eat the bread. Gambas al Ajillo - after the clams, this was my second favorite. Perfectly cooked shrimp (hard to come by) in a garlic olive oil sauce. Wine - great Sangria! The rest of the wine selection is so-so",real
41112,I enjoyed having brunch at Cafecito. One of the waiter was very friendly he was always making sure we was okay and enjoying ourselves. I wish I knew his name. I would recommend to try out the Cuban sandwich. This place make it the best Cuban sandwich. Also it best to get unlimited mimosa deal. Over all I would highly recommend this place.,real
2654,"Geno's is not the best, I'm sorry people, they are most definitely the coolest looking cheese steak spot in Philly no doubt about that, but their steak meat is kinda bland, and yeah, Pat's across the street is better, if you don't believe me do a steak by steak comparison and find out for your self... And oh yeah, THEY ARE RACIST as hell...sorry not my shtick, but i still gave em 3 stars so you know I'm not hate'n that hard....",real
8931,"My friend that lives nearby Balzem always informs me of the new restaurants in my 'hood so we can add them to our list and check them out. This place was incredibly cute. It made me really miss Israel with all of the accents and Hebrew speaking. We really enjoyed our food and shared a bunch of salads, hummus, veggies. It was the perfect amount of food that we weren't still hungry but we weren't overly full. I look forward to coming back.",real
15242,"Service was excellent and the food was pretty good! We were comped wine and dessert because the entrees took a while longer. Very happy with that! Fluke and lamb were solid, and the Honey Mousse was fantastic. Will be back soon for the Hudson Valley Pork and duck fat fries!",real
31093,"Great addition to the neighborhood. The wine selections they have are unique and seem to be well thought out. My bf and I sampled the patatas bravas (which I think was just a special that night), the polenta, fried artichokes and Goose Crostino. All of the food was delish, but the polenta and crostino were my favorites. The staff was very friendly as well. It's a small space, but well-decorated. I definitely plan on going back. UPDATE: I raised my rating from 4 to 5 stars based on sampling their tasting menu about a month ago. It was delicious and the wine pairings were phenomenal + the service was outstanding. All of that and it was a BARGAIN for the experience you get. I highly recommend that for a special occasion or romantic date out.",real
18157,"Ridiculous would be the word. The waiting was ridiculous. So was the reputation. Usually when a place is THIS hyped up, meeting expectations is ridiculous. Not a huge fan of breakfast foods, I made my way here during a four day vacation. My prego wife heard so much about their maple butter, blueberry pancakes etc...  Our first attempt failed miserably! IMPORTANT ADVICE: don't wait until you're hungry to head over here.... plan ahead... the wait will kill you! Our second attempt was much better... we got in within 15 minutes! the Food was EXCELLENT! the blueberry pancakes are THAT good... the Maple butter is INCREDIBLE and the sugar cured bacon... well, let's use the word RIDICULOUS!!! i walked away and was able to say with a hint of ridiculous-ness... ""this is the best breakfast i have ever had!""",real
23795,"The girl in front was awesome and attentive.   There were one man waiting for a togo order and one couple.  It should have been a sign to leave when alot of items on the menu where crossed out. I ordered the carne asada meal and a tres leche. They were out of the tres leche. So i wait and wait and wait and my food is finally ready. I get home and open my container and tortillas. The tortillas look like the ones out a taco store bought package. I taste the beans and promptly spit them out. They were horrible!!!! Tried the rice, no good. So i start on my meat. First off ive never had carne asada where the beef is already cut into slices. Tastes over cooked and waaaaaay too much pepper. Honestly i through it away. Maybe im just spoiled bc. I live in virginia ans have millions of spanish food places, but i will not be going back to this place. Sorry guys",real
34932,"We chose this Spanish restaurant mainly because of longing for food from last year's trip to Barcelona.   Salinas didn't disappoint, although the food wasn't entirely what I expected.   It was good, no question, just some of the descriptives in the menu didn't exactly match the dish.  Still, everyone at our table (4) enjoyed the food very much. The Chef made a point to visit the table and ask how things tasted, which is a big plus in my mind.    My biggest complaint was that one of the appetizers never made it to the table yet showed on the bill.   The waiter, red-faced, took it off without issue but it still should have been noticed. Salinas is popular...very crowded on a Thursday evening with no special events in town!   Book early.",fake
25308,worth the wait.  food is amazing and enough options for vegetarians/vegans as well as meat and fish.  new space is great and allows for easier seating.  Best to be there when they open and line up out front to sit asap.  mushroom salad is to die for.,real
11253,"Food is awesoome. Like really really good. Not fancy but nice, young and chill. Pretty much perfect.",real
7494,"Continental Midtown --- 1801 Chestnut St, Center City, Philadelphia starrrestaurant.com This three story Stephen Starr creation is more of an experience than a bar.  Starr's ability to produce unique and visually stimulating buildings is not lost in the sibling of Market Street's original Continental.   From hanging bird cage seating to neon chairs which resemble ""Yoshi"" the Super Mario Bros. character, everything about The Midtown is matchless.  The crowd is what you would expect from a high end martini bar: well dressed, good looking, and mostly under 35 years old.  The roof-top bar is worth the trip in its self as patrons sip martinis and overlook 18th and Chestnut.  If you go, order the ""Buzz Aldrin"", a mixture of Tang, peach vodka and triple sec in a orange Tang rimmed glass ($8).",real
4594,"I love Tom's!  Their pumpkin pancakes are to-die-for and service is super fast and friendly.  They are always jam-packed but they never hover or make you feel like you need to leave. I always order the chili omelette with grits - their grits are fantastic!  Their coffee is very strong, great for a hangover, which is honestly when I usually go to Tom's. The pricing is reasonable and it's a great place to take visitors out if you don't mind waiting.  But even being in line at Tom's is a pleasure since they bring orange slices, strawberries, cookies and sausage bites to the people waiting in line!",real
2604,"Geno's is ok. I definitely like Pat's better because they have better steak. However, Geno's has better bread since it's softer. Geno's is definitely way more flashy than Pat's (orange color, a lot of lights at night). The only thing I like about Geno's (other than the bread) is the service, the people are much nicer here compared to Pat's. If you guys decide to go here, order the Cheese Wiz, it's the best one.",real
43209,"The desserts are great, but the food, while pretty good, is overpriced. A chicken sandwich is $13.25, as are appetizers. A hot chocolate is at a minimum $5.25, and all drinks are $11 and above. I love to eat out, and I don't mind paying for quality, but in the two times I've been to this restaurant, I'm unhappy with the bill. The chocolate desserts are great, though. Just stay away from the chocolate shop--not as good as the in-house desserts.",real
10323,"Delicious, fresh, high-quality food in a casual atmosphere.  Not too terribly pricey. Plus, they're good citizens.  Details on their contributions to the community here: whitedog.com/foundation.….",real
1402,"My friends were in town and wanted to experience a Philly Cheesesteak. Of course, they've heard about Geno's and Pat's so I took them there. I personally didn't have high expectations from Geno's because I haven't heard many good things about it. Nevertheless, I did expect a decent cheesesteak from here. I ordered a provolone cheesesteak with onions. Very fast service! I got my cheesesteak in less than two minutes. They sure pound those babies out here! Onto the actual cheesesteak now. I'm not too big a fan of cheesesteaks, so I can't judge them as well as many other people. I've had a few of them to compare Geno's with though. That being said, I was extremely disappointed with my cheesesteak from Geno's. The bread was so chewy and awful. I had to yank it from my mouth to get an actual bite out of it. It wasn't toasted at all and was just stale. The meat was mediocre at best. It was not tender, and they definitely skimp out on the meat. I barely tasted the cheese in my order. Onions are onions so it's a bit hard to mess that up. Overall, I wouldn't recommend going to Geno's for your first Philly cheesesteak experience. I give it two stars: one for the food and one for the quick service. Save yourself the trouble and head to Tony Luke's! I have yet to try Jim's, but that's next on my list.",real
47154,"Used to live in D.C., so my standards for Pho is pretty high.  The Pho here is average, if anything portion was too little for me.  I'm giving the 4-star for the ambience (terrific), service (excellent), and for all others food kinds (appetizer and fried rice were excellent).   If you're a Pho purist I wouldn't recommend OBAO.  You'll have a better luck at China Town.  Warning: it gets crowded here even on weekday nights, so call ahead and make reservation.  OBAO leaks of trendy and hip.  What will your date think of when you take her to this place?  Mysterious, cool?  May be both.  :)",real
17086,I've been dreaming about another brunch here for the last 2 years. Even waiting in line for 2 hours sounds like fairytale in my dreams! Blueberry pancakes are heaven. An experience to try!,real
36504,"I have been meaning to try this coffee shop for a while now, and thought it would be worth the trek to study at during finals. I was immediately disappointed by the service. My friend and I waited in ""line"" (there was no one around us) for about 5 minutes before someone behind the counter asked us what we wanted. After we ordered our teas, we waited an extra 5 or so minutes for our order... for tea.... There was also no apology or conversation with the baristas behind the counter. I opted for the Chocolate Mint tea, which was good but nothing I'd want to come back for. The outlets are also on the ground but the seats fill up so fast, leaving the seats around the edges empty (with no access to the outlets). There is a cute couch/lounge area in the middle of the coffee shop which is nice, but who can do legitimate work without a table? Overall, cute environment, but lackluster service. I'll definitely update my review if I try more of the items on their menu (baked goods, for example), but for now I'm staying at a 2.",real
23199,"Love this place! Best Cuban spot in Jersey and even in the NYC metro area. Large portions, plantains, coconut milk rice, great presentation. Sangria that is so delicious plus they sometimes bring out the drums to entertain the guests as they eat. Only down side is parking so I usually do lunch there, I can only imagine how difficult it is to find a spot in the evening, its even difficulty during daytime hours and you have to pay for meter parking if u aren't lucky to find a spot on the street. Enjoy...u won't be disappointed. Plus you can enjoy walking off that great food down the streets of Bloomfield Ave!",real
605,"I've already been here twice in a span of a week and a half, and there's a very good reason for that. I randomly stumbled upon this place one day, when I was walking around in the East Village. What initially caught my eye, was the sign for the live flamenco dancing on Thursday and Saturday nights. A group of my friends and I decided to try it out on Thursday night, and it certainly went above and beyond in exceeding our expectations. Our waiter, Raul, was not only polite and helpful but he was also quite patient while the six of us took our time in deciding what to order. In the meantime, he made sure that our glasses remained filled with their blueberry pomegranate sangria - a great choice out of their many flavors. Plates that are a MUST HAVE: Bacalao Frito, Chorizo A La Plancha, Patatas Alioli, Empanadillas De Carne, and the Pork Tenderloin (Spanish name escapes me)...to name a few. I could go on an on but I'll end here by saying this - if you're looking for a low key spot with an intense vibe, great service and even greater food...look no further. With a friendly staff and food at an affordable price (and amazing flamenco dancers/Spanish music on Thurs and Sat)....is it any wonder why all the reviews for Nai Tapas have been nothing but amazing?",real
22347,"Small, friendly bar with a back room where you can catch some great live music.",real
46144,"The food here is spectacular. Highly recommend the lamb neck, the escolar (it's sous vide and scrumptious), the bahn mi poutine, and the rabbit (which I have found few places do well). In terms of dessert go with the sticky toffee pudding - the pepper ice cream is amazing, not to mention the pudding itself. Service is a little laid back and I love it, but naturally depends on you.",real
26146,"Love Sabrina's Café. Its small and you have to get there early, otherwise you will have a long wait but its well worth it.",fake
28289,"This place reminds me of your typical Little Italy spot, minus the mass crowds and random nonsense.  There are strands of white lights and it has that dark Italian basement thing going on that makes me wonder whose grandma is stirring sauce in the kitchen.  When I go home (to Jersey) to visit my family I just want over-proportioned piles of fresh Italian food.  We had a nice dinner here and I took full advantage of BYOB.  You can taste that all ingredients are fresh, for apps we had antipasto, calamari, clams - the salad that followed was great, and I rarely eat the ""pre-meal salad"" in Italian restaurants.  I had eggplant parm that could easily feed 2 people or one of my brothers.  For dessert, banana mousse, black and white mousse, tartufo, I think the mousse was homemade - or tasted like it after all that wine.",real
43434,"I went to Textile from 1969-72, Phi Ep Pi frat house on School House Lane.  A group of us ate lunch at D'Alessandro's just about every day. I moved away from Philly in '74, and don't get back very often.  When I do, it's the FIRST and most frequent local destination.  There are imitators in other parts of the country, but D'Al's is the real deal. Never cared for the tourist attractions on Passyunk Ave in South Philly.  For cheesesteaks, D'Als' will always be #1 in my book.  Rizzo's Pizza in Glenside ranks a close second. [Note:  Rizzo's ranks #1 for a genuine Italian hoagie -- and if you ever move away from Philly, you'll salivate copiously at the thought of Rizzo's pizza (any way you like it).]",fake
5273,What happened to standards ? Bun was ice cold - not a Chicago dog in my book and so filthy as in a dump - this used to be my favorite dog joint in Philly but like Jim's has lost its standards - such a shame,real
13101,"Decent food, but the service we got was a little careless and the menu seems a bit overpriced. I had been really excited to visit Sorella since I'm a diehard devotee of Neapolitan style pizza, but then the specials menu caught my eye. (Truffle and wild mushroom risotto with a prosecco reduction? Sold!). Unfortunately, the waitress put in the wrong order for me and I received the regular menu chicken and mushroom risotto instead - still tasty, and a big portion, but I had really been looking forward to that special! And unfortunately (again), that was the highlight of the meal. We also ordered the fried mozzarella with anchovy caper butter (really good cheese, but a little too fishy for me and the portion was tiny for the $8 price, and the waitress cleared away my dinner fork and didn't bring me a new one so I ate my entree with my salad fork. : / ). My husband got the chicken/arugula/cheese ravioli, which he enjoyed (and he doesn't generally like arugula, so the filling must have been pretty good), except for the fact that he only got three ravioli for $18. To our waitress' credit, she tried to make up for the risotto error by giving us dessert on the house, and we shared the cherry affogato. The gelato had a nice fresh fruit flavor, but the chocolate sauce it came with was gummy and the espresso poured over the top was way too bitter for me. On the positive side, the restaurant has a nice cozy atmosphere with a warm and rustic yet modern decorating scheme. And there's the wood fired pizza oven at the back of the restaurant, and it's fun to glimpse over to see pizzas being made. I'd love to see Sorella thrive (I have lamented for years that there's no good Neapolitan pizza joint in downtown Hartford, spoiled as I was by having Punch Pizza in my hometown) so I'm determined to give it another chance and go back for the pizza.",real
22745,"I absolutely LOVE Cuban Pete's. After being in Montclair for about a year at this point, this place still happens to be my Go-To restaurant whenever I need to bring someone for a good meal. As soon as you walk down the palm-covered alley, you can instantly feel yourself being transported into an entirely different world. The entire atmosphere is set in this tropical, Caribbean paradise that mellows you out entirely and provides the perfect backdrop for your meal. The last meal I had there consisted of the Ropa Vieja and that was absolutely incredible. The meat was so tender and literally melted in your mouth.  The aromas and juices from the marinades mixed perfectly with the beans. The rice was thoroughly cooked. The plantains were sweet, but had the perfect balance of savory and sweet. I also had the Spanish Harlem Sangria, and let me tell you, that stuff was A.MAZ.ING. Seriously. I highly suggest it. You barely taste the alcohol and it doesn't even hit you that hard either. Overall, if you want a place to escape to that has a very festive environment to it but a small sense of romance for the adventurous couple, go here. 5/5",fake
34534,"2 words: Over-effin-rated. Maybe tht was 3, whatever. This place is so irritating. The weekend waits are not worth it, the prices are inflated, and the hot drinks are stupid and tiny. And to be completely honest about the food, it CAN be good but most of the time the menu is just trying too hard to be special....sometimes I just want regular ol' brunch, not ""dessert"" or a ""deep fried veggie burger"" (ew!). Also my last meal of steak and eggs was super greasy. The steak was good but there was a pool of oil at the bottom of the dish all over the homefries and eggs and spinach. Really ruined it.",real
46226,"This was my first time ever having green doner,thank you.",fake
25476,"Go for the casually chic wine-bar ambiance, stay for the mussels.  The menu choice was listed under ""Small plates"", so I figured we'd probably get a cute portion of mussels and a couple crackers.  Instead, we got a heaping bowl of tender, succulent bivalves and two generous hunks of bread.  Taaaaasty.",real
27089,"In 28 degree weather, this is a great alternative to standing outside in a line for 2.5 hours waiting to get in to see The Daily Show.   This looks like a great bar with a good happy hour - the $5 Yuengling pints, among other draft selections, as well as PBRs in a can for the Billyburg boys with an image to uphold.   The food was a bit hit-and-miss, though.  I won't downgrade the rating to 3 stars because, after all, this is a bar, but... - Chicken tenders were actually not too bad and the food that I would recommend to accompany your beverage selection. - If you are in a burger mood and on a diet, don't half-ass it with a turkey burger, because it is extremely dry.  Go for the beef. - The fish in chips were not edible; at least, not the fish part.  The batter was over-fried and there was barely any fish to eat.   If this is your destination for just happy hour, this looks a happening place.  Just do yourself a favor and pick up some food elsewhere or stick to the basics, because it is, after all, a bar.",real
6249,"my son took me to dinner to the place of my choice....i said morgans...........great choice.we had queso chips to start,some shots,beer...then pork ribs,fatty brisket,and chicken.............great company,and vibe.....dont forget the pecan pie and brownie and cream................will be back again and again................",real
13468,"Yummy fresh juices.  Expensive but delish offerings for breakfast.  TINY old dining car, so don't wear your bulky coat!!  :)",real
44063,"I had the pepperoni pizza and the fried dough (!). Both great, in my opinion. Ate with three other people, we plan to come again tomorrow instead of chancing anywhere else. Good prices too. Service is fast, not overly friendly, it's a very casual place though so I just want my food. I'm looking forward to coming back.",real
9036,"Wasn't that big of a selection for dinner. Its either Ribs or Pork and that's it. Food was ok, but I personally wouldn't be running back anytime soon. The place itself was nice but just really not that much on the menu to choose from.",real
49633,"I haven't had a dish here I didn't like. Great service as well. The buratto is a must as is the veal chop, but you better be hungry.",real
33028,"First of all - BYOB! - why do we not have more of this??? I was so happy to bring a great Chardonnay to this place and know I was getting bent over the table with a 150% markup. Walking into Little Fish, I felt like I was walking into someone's home. It was a cozy refuge on an awful rainy day (even if my friend did complain that they lacked an awning out front to shelter us as we awaited our table). The restaurant really makes you feel like you are up for something special with its hand written menu of the day and free and easy service. Oh, and the food was outstanding. A lobster carpaccio was delicate and aromatic and the lobster flesh, fresh and succulent. Mussels in a coconut broth were meaty and sweet. When deciding on an entree, I was wooed by the setup of the skate dish (butternut squash, orecchiette and bitter greens) but I had never tried the fish before (always slightly put off by its appearance). Our sever gave the most skillful and enthusiastic endorsement and she was right on the money. I love it when they are passionate about what they are selling - that says it all. Hopefully, one day I can return for the prix-fixe.",real
23409,"Cuban Pete's is like Epcot Center for adults. Its really more about the atmosphere and less about the food. A few things to know: * You will wait for a long time for a table * The music is VERY loud, which is fine for some, but may not be the best place to go if you want to have a serious conversation * The service is friendly, but slow * There is NO alcohol in the sangria or mojitos - you have to bring your own to add in. If you think the drinks are SO good b/c you can't taste the alcohol, it's because there is none in there Now for the food - We ordered a few tapas - the bacon wrapped dates, the fried goat cheese and the fried bacalao balls. These were by far the best part of the meal. The tapas were affordable and very tasty. Portions were small tho (they are tapas) so you have to order several if you're sharing. For dinner, I had the paella. It wasn't a traditional paella at all, but more just rice with sea food. It was OK. Nothing to rave about. Honestly, anyone with a basic cooking skill could re-create it at home. The atmosphere was fun tho - and this is really the only reason to go. It's kind of weird that there are only male servers... just saying. It's loud and fun - and on a nice day, a great place to just sit outside and enjoy a few drinks (but remember to bring your own alcohol!!).",real
18228,"Being a pancake obsessed, biscuit loving girl, I was instantly drawn to this place when I found it on yelp.  In fact, I made sure I went, even if it meant planning my entire last day in NY around having breakfast here... my goodness, I am lame. Since space in my stomach was limited that day, I went for the blueberry pancakes and sorta forced the bf to get the buttermilk biscuit sandwich so that I could steal a few bites. Blueberry pancakes were AMAZING!  They were everything you could ever want in a pancake.  Thick, fluffy, and moist with bursts of juicy blueberries scattered throughout.  Top those babies with the maple butter and warm blueberry compote, and you've reached pancake perfection! The biscuit sandwich was equally delicious.  Best buttermilk biscuit I ever sank my teeth into.  That thing was the perfect combination of flaky, buttery, and crumbly goodness.  The eggs, tomato jam, and cheese make this the best tasting breakfast sandwich ever. As horrible as it is living on the opposite side of the country, it's probably for the better (at least for my waistline).  If you happen to live nearby, give it a try... and good luck resisting frequent visits after that!",real
18689,"Best pizza I've had in New York.  Go with the signature sqare or pepperoni square, but definitely the square pies.  The crust is a great balance of chewy and crunchy.  It's thick in order to balance out that extremely flavorful sauce, which is insanely delicious. We ordered this for a lunch meeting at work recently, and it was very late (delivery for them sucks, so be warned) but as soon as it arrived and people saw where we ordered it from, there were literally multiple gasps around the room.  Once you eat here, you'll understand for sure. If you want the more expensive, fancy pizza experience go to Lombardi's down the street.  But honestly, that's more of a tourist thing, ""I ate at the first pizza place in America!""  It's good pizza there, but this place is amazing pizza.  And it's much cheaper too.  It's not a fancy or comfy place to sit; it's small and crowded.  It's just all about the pizza.",real
3580,"Good beer list and loved the negroni keg. Food was ok-corn dog was mushy, beet ravioli was too thick, brisket pinwheel had undercooked dough. Service was not great, but because they were understaffed, not because of staff. Busboy was a real hard worker, waiter was too, having to wash glasses at bar. What?",real
4156,went here today 4/16/14 and everything from the food to the service was wonderful.  i had the danish pancakes (parmesan cheese and pancakes?? who knew?) and turkey bacon with a chocolate egg cream and i left full and very happy.  the servers were extremely helpful and happy as well.  next time around i'll bring the kiddies,fake
39631,"The food at this restaurant is outrageously delicious. Thoughtfully, beautifully presented plates in moderate portions, and so tasty. We tried for appetizers the oysters (clean, fresh, completely delicious), octopus (I highly recommend this dish. We could not get enough of it), squash fritters (yum), steak tartare (perfect) and beet plate (delightful). -- In other words, a perfect first course. For entrees, we had rabbit leg (surprised me as I though rabbit was dark meat but this was tender white meat, with a yummy sauce and root veggies accompanying), steak (excellent) and a white fish, which was light, airy and yum. Drinks: delicious, a varied and unusual cocktail selection - something for everyone. Service: wonderful - fast, attentive, knowledgeable. Ambience: Cozy / classy Vermont-style restaurant; you feel like you are in an upscale lodge-dining situation on the top of a snowy mountain, with the warm lighting, fire in the corner, and natural decor. Excellent spot. Thrilled this VT classic has found a new place to grow in Burlington.",real
3,"I enjoyed coffee and breakfast twice at Toast during my recent visit to Philly. The first morning I enjoyed the Omelette du Jour which had a savory filling of roast tomato, portobello, artichoke, goat cheese, and wilted spinach. It was accompanied by a crisp small side salad of baby greens, tomato, and berries. The house dressing was light and complementary, not at all over powering. I just HAD to complement the chef. The barista recommended a pour over coffee and it did not disappoint. He prepared my cup with care and attention to time and form. I followed the pour over with a wonderful latte, again prepared very well. As I was leaving town, I decided to visit again for breakfast before my long trip ahead. This breakfast was a delicious Eggs Benedict combo that was perfectly done and complemented by mushrooms, roast tomato, and a generous helping of wilted greens. A rich cup of melted butter accompanied the dish and the sweet side salad again brought balance to my meal. This time the barista made me a perfect cup of French Pressed Guatemalan Vienna roast coffee. It was balanced and bright, yet rich in flavor. I had to have a second cup to go! Cudos to the barista, chef, and friendly staff. Toast is definitely a place to visit, eat, and enjoy coffee prepared in a variety ways. Don't miss this one!",fake
11505,"I hadn't been to Blue Ribbon in over 10 years... it was one of my favorites when I lived in NYC.  The wait was totally worth it! The oysters were great, the Skate was great... and the Fried Chicken was phenomenal.   Our server was helpful and friendly... oh, and the host gave us the best table, the back corner... very romantic/cosy.   I can't wait to go back the next time I'm in NY.",real
20466,Great place to go for brunch and dinner. They have a lovely terrace in the back and the food is great.,real
30555,"One of my favorite restaurants in the slope, great place to bring the parents. Great wines & food. The mexican egg sandwich is so good my dad drives 2 hours from LI to get it (i guess seeing me may be the other reason he drives in).  Love the manager/owner - super friendly & accommodating and always well-dressed!  Hoping they add some new menu items to the dinner soon - one of the best places to enjoy a leisurely dinner over a bottle of wine or two.",real
37809,"I know I know I know guys... it's true the service is a touch slow.  But that's the whole point!  We're in RIO, we're lounging by the beach.  We're in no hurry! Lovely cocktail waitresses will take your order and bring you delicious beverages, while more cute people will mingle, and stop by.  THis is a super cute neighborhood spot, off the corner so there's less walk by traffic.  Quiet, cozy, a mellower miss favela if you will.  Great music, and plan to relax and not be rushed!",real
18681,"Took some out of towners here for a little pizza indulgence and we were all walking away with happy bellies! Advice: Get the pepperoni square pizza. It really is the only way to go!! Perfectly crisp crust that makes that perfect crunch sound when you bite it. It's a bit thicker of a crust in the best way possible. Okay, so Maybe another slice on the side if you're looking for variety, but seriously, just get the pep square! (You're welcome) The place is small with counters along the walls and one table in the middle. There are pictures of celebrity visits on the wall. I strongly recommend this one!",real
972,"Cheesesteak was good, people that work there are jerks.",fake
12618,"The Peruvian gods are shining upon Pio Pio 8. I had this two days ago and still cannot get over the utter deliciousness of EVERYTHING. Literally, everything. For starters, the sangria is so well-made and flavorful with lots of fruit pieces inside - my favorite! Friends and I split the lomo saltado dish and the fried rice dish with chicken. Holy. Mother. of. All. Peruvian. Mothers. Let's start with the fried rice. I'm not sure of the exact ingredients beyond the rice and chicken, but it was simply heavenly. However the real winner of the night was the lomo saltado. The lomo saltado was out of this world delicious. I wanted to lick all the sauce right off my plate. For those of you unfamiliar with this cultural dish, it is a delightfully simple mix of tender beef strips, red onions, tomatoes, and FRENCH FRIES, all served with a side of white rice. Gawd. Ugh. Thinking about it now, and considering I am in California, that is not good... The service is slow, but the restaurant is huge. There is only one bathroom for males and one for females, prompting a huge line. Can't knock any stars off that though, because the food is just too good for words and overrides any and all other issues. The restaurant is also difficult to find because of the simple restaurant facade. But look carefully, because you don't want to miss it. Seriously. Come to this restaurant and you won't regret it!",real
14252,"Despite the masturbatory self gratifying essay on the front of the menu that talks about how they try to attain great flavor in their dishes while staying true to Vietnamese tradition, the food was bland and slightly boring. We started with #6 for an appetizer, the Goi Cuon (pork and shirmp spring roll).  They were fresh, but lacked imagination.  We then had a Pork Clay Pot (#58), and Deluxe Noodle Soup (#22).  The pork was tender, and had good spice, but too salty.  While it was served with rice, it was lacking something.  The Pho I had tasted a little dirty.  It wasn't like the fresh version almost across the street at Pho Cali, or other places in the area.  The meats were again tender, but boring.  Also, no chili sauce was available. We didn't stay for dessert.  We probably won't be going back.  I'll admit I am not Vietnamese, nor do I know much about their culture, but Vietnam Restaurant is the Kraft singles version of Vietnamese cuisine.",real
32985,"This place is a real gem.  Food service and atmosphere all were 5 stars. I have nothing but overwhelmingly positive things to say about this restaurant.  I never dined at the old location but if it's anything like what I experience this weekend, I'm sure it was wonderful.  A good friend and I came here for a late-ish Saturday evening dinner.  Armed with a bottle of Syrah, we perused the menu and decided to share a few appetizers and one entree. We began with the oysters which were very simply served over ice and possibly topped with a house mignonette.  There was no lemon, no hot sauce, no horseradish and honestly, these oysters didn't require them.  They stood on their own.  I think we ate all the varieties they had that evening, each one more delicious than the next. We split the octopus and scallops appetizers.  Both of these dishes were cooked so perfectly that each bite made you want to linger and savor the delicate flavors present.  It was one of those meals where it so good that you want to make sure the other person got their proper portion so they can join you in the celebration of flavor. The wild stripped bass came out with a nice crust on top from a perfect searing.  It was sitting on top of wilted greens with andouille sausage and a delectable broth.  Let's just say there were no leftovers. Dessert was a rather delicious strawberry concoction.  I'm not normally a berry fan but this thing was pretty amazing.  The plate was even adorned with very small edible strawberries that were smaller than a thimble.  Nice touch. This restaurant, like the food it serves, is delicately balanced and is a real treasure to experience.",real
310,"This is a very nice place with a Flamenco dance show. I don't know the show is every day though. The food was OK, but not super nor memorable. We had a Paella and Octopus and it was pretty authentic! The drinks were pretty good as well. We had the sangria and although it was delicious we didn't order a second one because It was late already. The environment is really enjoyable. I may give it another try, especially if I'm in a ""flamenco"" mood.",real
18860,"Tops!  I got the margherita slice with the big cheese slices and it was delicious.  Some places say they use fresh basil but this is the first pizza-by-the-slice that I've had where you could actually taste the fresh leaves of basil. Yummy! For being so cheap, this place is really cute and the pizza is really good.  Simple and very fresh.",real
16382,I bookmarked this and am reviewing it almost a year later but the memories are still so clear that's how good this place was. I got the steak and eggs AND the Eggs Benedict for brunch. It was OUT OF THIS WORLD. The staff was super friendly and it was worth every minute of the wait. This place is a must try. Go today!,real
13107,"I went here the other night for dinner with a friend. It happened to be the first night if Taste of Hartford, so that was a plus! The hostess was awesome, friendly from the moment we came in and also checked on us throughout the meal. The server was also attentive and friendly. The food was solid. I had a Caesar Kale salad, Pizza and Tiramisu. All were good. The thought of another downtown italian restaurant wasn't super appealing to me at first, but Sorella is a welcome addition!",real
14436,"North Third is that perfect neighborhood bar. It has a good drink, wine and beer list while also managing to have some great bar food and a cool atmosphere. Try the brussel sprouts, they're to die for!!! Stop by if you're in the neighborhood! I'll be back!",real
6521,"Let me first start off by saying that I LOVE Steven Starr restaurants! The experience I had most recently at Continental Mid-town was beyond disappointing. I have been to Continental more times then I can count over the years. I have been there for dates, dinner, cocktails, parties, work gatherings etc. My experience was on Friday September 5th in the evening. My boyfriend and I were out with another couple when we decided to get dinner. Why not Continental? It's a great go to place with multiple people. The evening started out as normal. Our waitress was very kind. I didn't even think to complain when I received my mid-town mocha and it wasn't to normal standard. (Instead of looking more chocolate-y, it was a clear brown). We ordered about 6 to 7 dishes. One of those dishes being the cheese steak egg rolls. Which are always yummy. Well, this is where the night turned. I went to try the cheese steak egg roll and as I took a bite and went to pull away something VERY tough was between my teeth. Thats when I noticed I was pulling out of the spring roll a large piece of plastic. In shock I looked to my boyfriend and placed it on my plate. Our waitressed happened to be walking by and he grabbed her. She immediately grabbed the plate, said I am so sorry and walked away. About two minutes later she came back to the table with a new plate of spring rolls. That seemed a little bit to normal for me. I honestly was so disgusted I could not eat any longer. After sitting there for about ten min and not having the waitress or a manager come speak to us to apologize I decided to speak to someone.   I waited at the hostess station for a manager. I see a man running the down stairs towards me. I say hi and he asks, ""you are the one that found a small piece of plastic in your egg roll?"" I said small? I said it was a very large piece. He then proceeded to show me with his hands and say ""So you mean it was this big"" placing his hands shoulder with apart. I said no but any piece of plastic is large enough. (Mind you the piece of plastic was 3-4 inches long and an inch wide). He then went on a rant where 1 in a thousand times something like this happens and I happened to be that thousandth person. That these things happen all the time working in food. That all their food is fresh and they have some old woman come in every morning making those egg rolls with love. He was very patronizing and dismissive. He seemed overwhelmed and clearly does not know how to speak to people. He said that the spring rolls would be free (haha, ok) and my drink would be free. I returned to my table and explained to everyone what happened and they were all taken back as to how condescending the manager was towards me. The waitress also brought over a random blue moon for anyone to drink at our table. Umm ok, thats weird. No one was drinking a blue moon. I will not return to Continental Mid-town ever again. Living in a city like Philly there are endless places to choose from for drinks and food. Continental Mid-town will NOT be one of them. The manager did not help the situation and made my decision so much easier to never return. I work in customer service myself and we all know that no matter how stressful things are and crazy they can get that we always need to stay professional and calm and treat our customers with respect. Bad news travels to so many more people then good news. This manager did not do his restaurant any favors that night.",fake
8983,"This place is awesome. They serve up some unique foods with great asian/tropical flavors. Their pork dishes are great. Don't leave without having the Halo halo. You'll never have anything else like it. Shaved ice, coconut, flan, crisped rice, purple yam ice cream, and a type of plantain. Do it.",real
15943,"Princetonian offers nothing more than subpar diner food.  The service is not quick or friendly, so don't be surprised when you find yourself dying for a cup of coffee over a weekend breakfast.  Mercer County diners are nothing to write home about, so the Princetonian fits right in with its competition.  The best diner in the area is the Americana on Rt 130 in East Windsor.",real
31067,"This place is fan-f**king-tastic. The best:  Broccolini (omg)  Polenta (creamy delicious lick the bowl)  Croquettes (um... what just happened in my mouth)     The good:  Pork belly (good, with a little more of the bean puree could have been a best but still it was right up there)  Fried chicken (great sauce, perfectly cooked, has celery seed which I liked but some may not, throw in a grilled pineapple or something to hit the sweet with the savory and this is up with the bests)  Mussels (coulda used a little less mustard and a fried potato instead of a soft one to add a little crunch but it was still good stuff)  Oyster (good, fresh, and $1 from 6-8 on wednesdays... forgettaboutit)     The meh:  Pate (a little bitter but management showed they are looking to keep clientele happy and took it on the house without us asking... real easy way to increase tip and customer loyalty/satisfaction) I shoulda taken a picture of the menu... womp. Wine:  If you're looking for the best bottle, the $50 red is some barely known/almost extinct grape and it is really awesome (wine markup is around 100%, as in $25 bottle costs $50 and believe me in todays restaurants that is a steal)  The sangria (red) is also real good I am definitely coming back and ordering the croquettes and broccolini and then I will try some new stuff... place is awesome... when is the 1-year anniversary?",real
27061,"I came here to kill some time while waiting to get my Daily Show tickets. My friend and I just wanted to get a snack and get out of the heat so we popped into this place as it had some pretty glowing reviews.  We were the only diners in there, however it took us 30 minutes to receive an order of nachos! When we did finally get our food, there was a huge pool of grease in the bottom of the dish. I understand that this is not supposed to be a healthy dish, however, I've not experienced something so greasy in a very long time. I'm not sure how this place is at night, but I definitely won't be returning to find out.",real
5032,Very good food they make you feel at home,real
42820,"I went here to buy a cup of hot chocolate. I'd been to Max Brenner in New York before, and found the ambiance remarkably similar. I'm giving this location three stars because the price ($6+) of the milk hot chocolate did not justify its flavor or its size.",real
29653,"I loved the Bohemian.  My hubby was drawn to the top secret appeal of this place.  Nobody knows about this true restaurant treasure. I didn't expect that the cuisine would be Japanese, judging from the name.  The service and the food was straight out of Japan. The waygu burgers were delicious.  The uni with the roe was also a winner.   We didn't do the prix fix so we missed out on the vegetable fondue which looked amazing!  I am definitely having that next time.   This might be one of my favorite restaurants.",real
18171,"After seeing them on Throwdown with Bobby Flay, I knew I had to make a visit when I was in NY. Yes, it's true. The BLUEBERRY PANCAKES are INCREDIBLE! Anddd the MAPLE BUTTER that comes with them are INCREDIBLE! The maple butter itself is to die for! But the one thing that probably doesn't get enough attention here is their HOT BUTTERED CIDER....which is, you guessed it, INCREDIBLEEE!! Cider mixed with their maple butter?! OMG YES. MUST! You can also opt to add rum to your cider, if you're feeling dangerous at brunch. :) On my vacay in NY we went back two days in a row just to get their buttered cider to-go. Their servers, who although were relatively nice to us, generally did not seem at all happy to be there (hence the missing 5th star). Expect a wait, but the pancakes & maple butter & cider are well worth it.",real
14916,"4 stars for the food plus one for impeccable service. This place is worth the wait for brunch. Came at around 1 PM on a Saturday with my friend and waited for a little less than half an hour. They've got a little vestibule for you to hang out in and benches outside. The hostess was very friendly and chatted with us every now and then. Once we were seated, immediately someone brought us water and took our order. We shared a chocolate hazelnut doughnut and biscuits with quince jam to start, plus my friend had a specialty fruit seltzer, which she affectionately referred to as ""childhood in a glass."" The doughnut and biscuits were heaven. For our entrees, I had the special, which was a lamb burger with duck fat fries. My friend had the kale salad with eggs. Both dishes were incredible in their own right - fresh ingredients, exciting flavors, savory and satisfying without overdoing it. I'll be back!!",real
21930,This is a perfect date spot. It is small and intimate so be prepared to rub elbows with the person next to you. The food is excellent! I recommend pretty much everything on the menu. The chef is fantastic and charming. He made us feel warm and welcome and personally introduced us to the menu.,real
2470,"Geno's is the talk of the town or really...it's a place everyone mentions when you talk about philly cheese steaks...Do I think it's the best of the best...not quite, but it sure is at the top of my list!  I was a bit nervous when I first came to order because I'm from out of town and I didn't know how to order.  It was very intimidating and I wasn't really used to the straight up in your face service. . . I ordered something very simple. . .a plain cheesesteak with provolone and mushrooms..that's it..did it taste good? Sure it did!  But of course I had to make my way over to Pat's to do a side by side comparison and figure out which one tasted better. . .I think they're both great!  But I liked ordering at Pat's better.",real
29478,"So I got the number from a good friend and my fiance and I went there for a try.  I can say its not the best food I've ever had but just the ambience made the food really good.  My favorites were the uni croquette, fresh oysters and we the pork chop thing.  Since my fiance didn't want to get the tasting menu so I ended up ordering a few items from the tasting menu so that I would be able to try all the best stuff.  Don't get the fruit ice basket/Vegetable Fondue thing, its really not worth your money.   Overall it's a great place to bring a date and impress him/her :) These were what we ordered: Vegetable Fondue - its really not worth it!!!! Uni Croquette - AWESOME STUFF Beef Tartar - it was ok Washu mini burger - it was ok Jamon Cold cuts - my Fiance said it was the best, it reminded him of what he ate in Europe during his last trip Foie Gras Soba - it was really good Pork with a big bone - not sure the name but it was really really good!!",real
22608,"The hostess quoted us 30-45 minute wait and we ended up waiting over and hour for our table for two! The server barely spoke to us, except to say that he couldn't put our appetizer order in until we ordered our entrees too! The food came out before we could enjoy a glass of the $24 pitcher of sangria ($12.95 for the cuban Pete mix, $12 for the BYOB wine)! The food was hot and good, but mediocre at best and grossly over priced. They herd the customers like cattle there and it's apparent across the restaurant. I will never go back, but glad I went tonight to find out that it's not worth it!",fake
12533,"I came here several weeks ago with five friends on a Friday night for dinner. It was my first time at Pio Pio and I wish I had a 4 or 5 star experience, but I didn't. First the good (the reasons I did not rate it lower): 1) I loved the atmosphere and this place' vibe. There are various levels and this place has dim lights that makes it feel very cozy and romantic 2) The food is priced well 3) Portions are massive - tie it in with number 2, and it is a win 4) The food was very delicious and while it was salty, I still enjoyed it (I HATE salt!!) Now the bad: When I go out to eat, I expect stellar service. I expect the wait staff to be attentive and not forget we are there...to check up on us every once in a while. Ask us if we wanted more drinks or refill our water glass. None of that happened. We were a group of forgotten people. We asked numerous times (several different wait staff, mind you) for more of the green sauce...it was finally brought to our table at least one hour after we first asked and pretty much after we finished our meal. Had the food and atmosphere not been as fantastic as it was, I might have given this place a lower score, but those aspects were very redeeming.   I would probably give this place another try and see if the service improves.",real
36178,"It was like 12:30am and we needed some tacos. For delivery no less. They came through - delivery until 1am is all good here. The chips and guac were delicious... guac even had some peppy spice to it. But, they didn't have tacos. ""All out of tacos, we only have burritos."" I'm not a burrito person. Nevertheless, a burrito was ordered. It was gigantic and enough to feed 3 people. I'm serious. It was good, I guess... but it really did not hit the spot because it was not what I wanted.",fake
28863,"Best pho in Jersey City. They use fresh noodles which makes a huge difference in the quality of the pho. They also make some mean shakes (am a fan of the avocado shake myself). Sure, it's not a fine dining experience but it's a great hole in the wall Vietnamese place if you're picky about your Vietnamese food. Miles above any other Vietnamese place in Jersey City. Totally with the trek. Spring rolls are crispy and hot. Flavors are good. Bun bo hue is decent - I can only compare to my mother-in-law's bun bo hue which is out of this world. This is also pretty decent!",real
48553,I love eating at this place for their Italian food! I go every year for my birthday dinner  and a couple other times throughout the year and look forward to it every time! The mussels are great and the pastas are fantastic. I've had a wide variety of items on the menu and I've never been disappointed. Service has always been wonderful and they they know their menu. Save room for dessert because the creme brûlée is awesome. I've recommend it to all my friends and they are hooked on this place too!,real
20847,"Medieval looking interior. Nice garden. Brunch was rich, although a little expected and uninspired.",real
43056,Good food.  Slow service and the place was not crowded.  Went with 2 kids they only had 1 kids menu for the whole place. Weird!!!! Nothing to rave about.  Wont go back.  Customer service needs work from everyone not just wait staff!,real
9607,"I just spent $97 on a lunch with my friend. $97.. *_* Some of my friends think I'm outta my mind. Well.. guess what?? I don't give a FCUK! This place was that damn good. Some suitable hash tags would be: #foodporn #dessertporn #fatpplproblems #NoFcuksGiven Located right across the street from Central Park, tucked away inside a museum, this is a nice little gem. Has a rustic, old fashioned, and cozy feel to it, with warm wood walls, dim lighting and a grand piano in a corner of the room, Cafe Sabarsky could be an excellent date place or perhaps a business lunch even. My friend got back from Syracuse University recently and I wanted to take her somewhere that she'll probably never forget, and Cafe Sabarsky didn't disappoint. The dining experience was awesome..the food was amazing. Like fatasses, we each got a chilled iced drink for starters, with house-made whipped cream and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. I had a chilled iced coffee and she had a chilled, house-made chocolate milk. Both were pretty damn good, and yes, before ya'll start judging, we did have dessert for apps. #NoFcuksGiven Next, I had a piece of delicious, moist, perfectly cooked and seasoned Atlantic Salmon cooked medium, while she had a Roasted Bratwurst, riesling sauerkraut and roasted potatoes and dijon mustard. That sausage was surprisingly good. Perfectly seasoned, and cooked to perfection. My first time having German sausage and it was an awesome experience. For dessert, I had a slice of Pistachio, Nougat Chocolate Cake and she had a Quark Cheesecake w/ Raspberry Meringue. No words. I'm done. No words can describe the sensation that was coursing through my taste buds.. loll :D",real
25126,This is not Mexican food. The tortilla chips are out of a bag and my taco was on a  four tortilla. The food is flat out tasteless and I have never been impressed by the waitstaff/kitchen staff both times I was here.,real
45866,"The only reason I stopped in here was because it was about a billion degrees outside and the boyfriend insisted on getting a cocktail.  Now a lady doesn't turn down a cocktail.  That would be rude.  Can I just say the bartenders know how to make a Peach Bellini and Bloody Mary.  I haven't had such a good Blood Mary since Zeitgeist in San Francisco and they come pretty damn close.  I give real credit to the bartenders for making a number of these fabulous drinks for us and executing them all to perfection.  I think I cooed every time a new drink arrived and I took a sip.   Cookshop was not our final destination since we were both in the mood for tapas, but the waitstaff was extremely pleasant, the ambiance was inviting, and as soon as I saw vegetable lasagna on the menu it was settled, we would eat at Cookshop.   Everything about our meal was quite enjoyable.  However, the steak was average, but in the words of the boyfriend, ""if you want a good steak, you go to a steakhouse.""   The highlight, as was expected, was the vegetable lasagna.  Ooey gooey, heaven on Earth, amazing, tummy loving good non-meat lasagna.  Who knew that potatoes, asparagus, leaks, and 3 different cheeses could be THAT good?  Apparently Cookshop.  And the portion was bigger than my head!  It lasted me two meals, but easily could have been three.  I would definitely come back for that dish alone.  I did have to add salt to it, but I like adding my own salt, and it was still outstanding.",real
26655,Well not sure where to start.  After all the hype and seeing the huge lines for this place I thought this has to be incredible.  Get there and of course an hr wait for brunch on Sunday.  At least me and my fiance were smart enough to sit at the sit up bar which is seat yourself and only waited maybe 2 minutes.  I had some type of breakfast buritto and all I can say was whatever.  Took the server a bit to come over and my fiance never got silverware until I stole it from the empty space next to me after her food came. Again the food was was OK but nothing  I can't get from the thousand other restaurants in Phila that don't have lines and cosy half the price..  I live a block away and probably won't be back.   Kite and Key and Rose Tattoo are much better choices. The only thing I can think of for the draw to this place is this is where all the hipster's go because who else would stand out in line for an hour and block the sidewalk and act so rude to people passing by for So So food other then a hipster.,real
43175,"The food here is really pretty good.  The chicken satay appatizer especially.  The service was very good except they kept the used dishes on the table longer than I would have liked.  The chocolate, of course, is excellent, but the food surprised me.  I didn't really expect much and I was pleasently surprised by the variety and the quality of the food.  The presentation of the food was quite nice as well.",real
8639,"On a 2nd chance, totally loved this place.  First of all, going on a Saturday night the first time might have been a mistake - on a quiet Wed (though The Pines quickly filled up) gave us a more relaxed view.  Meals start with an amuse bouche - ours was a foamy soup with dried onion on top - just lovely.  Then a couple of cheeses with the excellent bread, a few salads and a yummy pasta with greens, hazelnuts and mushrooms.  The menu changes frequently - you may see something that was there a week ago, but tweaked - or a wholly new dish.  We were also offered a disgetif after dinner. And the cocktails are unimpeachable - The Pines, the signature cocktail, has rye, yuzu and fir essence. There are local gins, beer on tap and interesting combos.  Service is friendly and professional.  Yes, it is still expensive but I want to give The Pines a 3rd, 4th and 5th shot...",real
3268,"Great service, good selection of vegetarian items including some I had not seen. I also recommend their thai iced coffee.",fake
25155,"greaaaaaat awesome tacos. stopped by here on a saturday funday.  mixed and matched with beef/pork/chorizo tacos and quesadillas.  all were amazing.  the side flavors are also quite good, especially coconut masala.  before the ultra spicy one though!   (don't worry, you are warned with the !!!)  even got beer on tap, yum, for pretty good prices",real
43179,"Look, the food is great, but I went when there was no crowd at all and yet still had terrible service. The waiter started out great, but got caught up flirting with the guests at one table to the point where we were waiting for twenty five minutes for him to bring us the bill while he was not only talking to these girls, but POSING for them as they took cell phone pictures of him. I'm pretty patient, and I'd rate this as more absurd than annoying or aggravating. I enjoyed my time, but was just very thrown off by the whole display. As for the goodies, my friend had a Chocolate Chai Tea which was downright amazing. I want more of it right now. I had a leaf cake/chocolate shot. It was $11 for the tiniest cake ever, but still, was VERY good. The ice cream on the side that it came with to douse the cake in was delicious as well. So good food, just a bad experience with the waiter. I would still come back again.",real
7716,"Sooo I haven't written a review in quite some time but Pylos deserves some good old Gisselle Yelp lovin' and I'm procrastinating actually doing work at the moment. The ambiance? Fantastic. The cloud of clay pots that hangs from the ceiling completely evokes a Mediterranean feel without being cheesy in the slightest. The food? I will trade my first born for their squid. Don't get me started on their Garides Kai Hteniame Slatsa Ouzo Servirismena Me Hilopites. The embarrassment of attempting to pronounce the name is worth it. I could eat a swimming pool full of this stuff. The egg noodles were perfect. The scallops were perfectly cooked which is not an easy feat my friends. The wine? Very fairly priced and our waiter gave a splendid recommendation which paired nicely with our meals. Would I go back? I'm asking myself why I'm still writing this instead of making my way down to the LES. PS: gentlemen, this spot makes for an impressive date. Get at it good sirs.",real
11617,"I've been to BR a few times over the past 3 years. It's definitely designed to give the impression of being an exclusive and stylish little joint. Every time I went there was on a weekend, and the place was packed. I remember going at 1am and having to come back at 2am or later for seating. Reservations can only be made for bigger tables, so if you're going on a date be ready for no seating. The space in the restaurant is extremely tiny, quite possibly smaller than some takeout places. The ambiance is definitely very chic and posh. Service is very attentive and quite fast for the amount of customers. Although they do have quite a large staff of waiters, all seemingly well versed in etiquette. I noticed the entire staff including manager and bartender are all male. It gets very hard for them to move around the place without knocking into a table or chair though. There's an extremely low romantic lighting, which is cozy and beautiful but at the same time truly hard to see. There are about 10 or more small tables lining the walls of the room,a couple in the middle, and a small bar near the front. But everything is literally squeezed next to each other so your personal space is often shared with strangers. The wine is impeccable, great place to chill, if we could smoke too it would be perfect. The food however is the downfall of this place. There's not that many choices, and some very boring dishes, including burger and fries. Most of the food that come are quite expensive for their portion, bad presentation, generically made, and extremely bland. I've had microwaved food that were tastier. But luckily I usually go to restaurants just to drink and chat with friends so I find ambiance to be more important than the food. So if you want a nice little place to drink and enjoy dessert and conversation it's perfect. But definitely not a place to pig out at.",real
13670,This was a serious disappointment. Drinks were lousy. Food was expensive and served cold. For  what they charge for a steampot I would expect more than 1 piece of 3 crabs. Go to Clemente's in Sheepshead Bay. Better food and lots of it for the money.,real
24984,"I have been to Reviver 3 times recently and love the idea of good food that's good for you.   So I have tried the fish tacos, the tri-tip sandwich and the Balkan burger.  All good but I like the Balkan burger the best.  The place is clean and the staff is super nice.  I give it 5 stars.",real
12196,"This place is delicious. Hands down the best roast chicken for the money. Hungry? Grab the Matador Combo. Feeds 2-3 and comes with everything you desire like Mama Juanita's rotisserie chicken, rice, beans, tostones, salchipapa & avocado salad!",real
36116,"My husband and I attended a bday part here and the party was in the billiards room. The food was great, drinks were good. Bar was a nice big bar. Having the billiards room reserved was great, and it was nice to have that area.  It all went downhill when I went to the bathroom. There was no toilet paper, no paper towels, and thats probably because it was all on the ground. I know its busy, and there is a lot of kids but the bathroom looked like a bomb went off. Then I told two guys that it needed to be cleaned and restocked, and they looked at me like I had ten heads. I never went back to the bathroom, I chose to hold it. Then my husband and I decided to go and check out the games. Mini golf was fun. However we tried to play various games and 1/2 of them didn't work, and ate our money. We wanted to play air hockey pretty bad, but they only have two tables and one was missing the puck. So we would of had to wait a while to get a chance. Needles to say we wont be going back for the games. Like I said the billiard room, food, and drinks were great. I just think they are so busy and they cant keep up with it so games stay out of service and nothing gets cleaned.",real
39642,wish there were 1/2 star ratings because I would have given 4 1/2.  4 of us went here for dinner and enjoyed 2 apps the eggplant rollatini and calamari--both very good. me and a friend had a steak special with risotto.  risotto was a bit mushy--not much flavor but the steaks were very good. our friends said they enjoyed theirs as well.  desserts were ok. our server was attentive and very good.  nice clean atmosphere.  definitely going back,fake
35520,"I have yet to eat here, but I have had drinks outside... Good ambiance and pet friendly at least outside.  The waiter was quite attentive and made sure that my glass was full  I will come here again and try the food and leave another review.  Right on Rittenhouse square.",real
38376,"I came here with high expectations due to the reviews, but everything was mediocre or below mediocre. The complimentary banchan dishes were few in selections and very uninteresting. The deep fried mackerel was filled with bones and was cold. The seafood soondubu was not flavorful. I've had much better soondubu at $10/bowl in Philly than this. With mediocre food, what disappointed me the most was the horrible service. The water were not refilled until asked. When the waitress was scrapping the rice with tea to put it in the bowls, she splashed my friend a few times and failed to even apologize. When we were getting ready to leave, she sort of pushed me away and grabbed the CC receipt before I even finished putting my coat on.",real
16111,"The rumors are true!!! I have been wanting to have breakfast here for at least the past year. But I couldn't deal with the weekend lines. I had Monday morning off so I decided to finally visit. It was amazing and totally worth it. Just the aroma when you walk in in satisfying. I had the pancakes and there is nothing to say. They were excellent. Light, fluffy and beautiful to look at. The only quibble I have is that the tea was just so-so. Tazo or PG Tips would have been better, but it doesn't matter. Go on a weekday.",fake
43877,"Located on a street where a car accident seemed imminent, my clairvoyance was confirmed in the half an hour I spent there trying to get a cheesesteak. Reality entertainment aside, when I first walked in to order I was a bit nonplussed by the lady working the counter as she barked at me for my order, and seemed irritated that I was unprepared. Granted it was my first time there and I hadn't seen a menu yet, but this seems to be the standard level of customer service of Philadelphian cheesesteak shops. I finally managed to order, while dodging people trying to pick up their order at the same counter, in a space about two people wide. Twenty minutes later, after the car accident and the crowd clearing out a bit, the lady behind the counter seemed to turn a corner and was much friendlier while handing me my cheesesteak. I almost felt obliged to look for a tip jar. I didn't find it. I got the special steak with provolone and it was evident after the first bite why they coat it in a tomato and mushroom sauce reminiscent of marinara. The meat was pretty dry, though once I got to the middle where all the cheese had conveniently decided to congregate, the taste improved dramatically. The meat is sliced and diced fairly finely, so it's less like the cheesesteak that you may be accustomed to, but the sandwich itself is huge and they load it down with meat. Admittedly I wolfed down this sandwich while waiting in the security line at the Philadelphia International Airport, while fielding friendly secondhand remarks that were obviously directed towards me from the TSA staff about not needing to finish food in line since food is allowed through the security checkpoint. So I was enjoying this particular sandwich approximately half an hour after purchasing. The copious amount of sauce had made it soggy, and it definitely would have been better hot.",real
29571,"I read about Bohemian a while ago and my boyfriend  was able to book a lovely dinner here last Saturday. We opted out of prixe fixe to try different dishes, and over orderd a bit so couldn't try dessert. It worked out to be just a little over what the prixe fixe would be so it was great since we got the flexibility to choose what we wanted to try. When I go back I'll definitely get: 1) short rib sashimi 2) waygu beef sliders (all their meat dishes  are phenomenal) 3) uni croquette 4) foie gras soba -- the uni / ikura rice bowl had way too much ikura. it overpowered the dish and the rice was just plain, didn't taste special japanese sushi rice. -- i would like to try more of their sashimi dishes ** Great date spot...maybe 3rd date, not 1st date. very initimate / quiet and the privacy / decor would definitely wow that special someone :)",real
11792,"Our visit to the Blue Ribbon Brasserie was a very nice, tasty experience.  Overall I am very happy with the  service, the food, the atmosphere. We enjoyed their tasty, crispy bread -- it was soft inside but just a bit crispy on the outside.  Not crunchy... it didn't hurt to eat... it was great.  We ordered the cheese fondue appetizer, and the cheese itself was very tasty... but really too chewy to be in a fondue.  We had to scoop our food bits into it, then cut off the strings... or else it would drape right from the bowl to our chins.  Perhaps a little reformulating of the cheese mixture is in order?  Really, it's a small complaint.  The food bits that came with the cheese fondue were tasty and appropriate, except for maybe the potato.  It was a little undercooked, and seemed a bit out of place on a cheese fondue tray.  The apples were excellent, we could have thrived on only apples and cheese.  But enough about the appetizer. My wife ordered Duck Breast, I had Shrimp Provencale.  The plates were extremely well put together, with excellent sides.  The duck breast was tender and tasty, and there seemed to be more meat than there should be.  A larger portion than expected is always nice... although she did not finish the meat, she did enjoy it.  She loved the turnip puree so much that she decided we should try it at home, and the brussel sprouts were nice too.  Sweet beets pieces finished out the plate.  My shrimp were tasty and slightly chewy, possibly just a tiny bit overcooked - but very good indeed.  The star of my plate was really the raviolis though... they were incredible.  They melted in my mouth.  they tasted like sweet-savory-melty clouds.  I was really glad I ordered this. Service was attentive, tables were close together but not frighteningly so, our neighbors were a little louder than they needed to be.  We arrived around 6:45 on a Friday night, and got seated right away.  Perhaps the key to seating here is getting there a little early for dinner... I'm really at about 4.5 stars, but the few small (very small) complaints really keep it from being a 5 star for me.  I very grudgingly give those...",real
11970,"We were looking for a great place to eat and a close to a show that we were going to and thanks to Yelp, we found this place. The decor was very nice. The smell of the foods and spices in the air made it even better. We sat at the high tops by the bar and it was very nice to see the bartenders mixing there drinks. We had the paella which was one of top 5 I've ever had. A lot of fresh seafood and flavored that were outrageous. It was a large serving enough for 2 share. My GF had the Seabass and that too was awesome. We were going try the Sangria but our server Roberto, made us a few drinks that he had made. WOW is all I could say. Roberto made our experience even better. We are defintly returning and with some friends. Flavors of the food and drinks made our nite and made our anniversary even better. A place to come eat and by the amount of people rolling in showed how good the food is. Come on in and try it. You will love it. Thanks Roberto...",real
32175,"Top 5 Thai restaurant in Hell's Kitchen area. The food was Yummy !!! Decoration is very nice and unique. The biggest type of drink that stands out at the bar area is the cocktail. Bar can change color by itself that is so cool. i had Hello kitty for drink it was awesome with strawberry taste !!! for food i had Kow mun kai tod that was amazing i never had before. it came with 2 different sauces one sweet chili and another one was spicy. it was so good. My friend had chicken patthai. he loved the decorated dish. if you have a chance don't forget to stop by here, you will love this restaurant.",fake
48030,"To sum it up: excellent food, great beer selection (and prices!) and HORRIBLY SLOW service. I came to Race Street Cafe last Wednesday as part of a group of 8 people around 7PM. We were celebrating my friend's birthday. It was not busy at all when we sat down, maybe 3 other tables were occupied, all 2 tops. The server, a young lady, greeted us promptly upon sitting down and took some drink orders. When I saw how long it took for the drinks to come, I knew we were in trouble. When she finally came back to take food orders, I ordered the gazpacho to start, the po' boy and a spanish burger for my husband. Someone please tell me why it would take 18 minutes (I was timing) for a gazpacho to come out?? It's freakin' gazpacho! Anyway, my frustration quicly dwindled when I tasted it. It was really delicious- bright and acidic with a silky mouthfeel, but still chunky enough to satisfy. About a year later, our entrees came out, except for one member of our party who's order the server admittedly forgot about. The food was definitely excellent. I could tell that the po' boy I ate was a very well thought out sandwich. I loved the contrast of the shrimp and the crabmeat salad, the crunch of the cornmeal breading, the subtle, pleasant heat of the chipotle sauce and the refreshing crunch of the lettuce. I was in heaven for the entire 3 minutes it took to scarf it down. I also had a bite of hubby's spanish burger, which was also very good. My only concern was that I felt that the onions got a little lost in the sandwich, probably overpowered by the jalapenos and maybe even the chorizo. I think throwing a couple more on there would solve that problem. The server never once came over to our table to ask how we were enjoying our meals, and was not very apologetic about forgetting my friend's order. She didn't even offer to comp it, even though he had to wait another half hour to receive his food. The beer selection was also quite impressive. I'm a bit of a connoisseur and was still able to find beers that I hadn't tried yet, all at an average price of $4. Overall, I'd say the dining experience was good, except for the service. I mean, I usually don't complain about this, but it was downright terrible. Just God awful. I may not return because of this. The one thing that baffles me is that I see countless reviews complaining of the service, and no changes have been made. It's like the owner of this establishment is intentionally trying to take a good thing and run it into the ground. Race Street Cafe owner(s): Do something about the service in your restaurant or you will not have customers to serve!",real
10151,"I ate here for my birthday dinner with my boyfriend this week and it was perfect for that occasion.  Comfy and quiet inside, we got a nice, private table tucked away in the corner.   The server was excellent, kind, and attentive.  He filled my water as soon as it got to halfway (which was often, because I drink a lot of water).  And he took note of the fact that I am vegan after only mentioning it once (brought me olive oil with the *vegan* bread instead of butter without me asking).  He was also not intrusive or interrupting on what was clearly a nice date.   My meal, the seitan and dosas, was so effing delicious.  Nice to see a restaurant have a good vegan dish, not just a salad or some sad stir fry.  My boyfriend got a special that had pasta, lobster, and beef and enjoyed it.  We both also got specialty cocktails.  I got a Manhattan with figs which was one of the more delicious drinks I've tried.  My boyfriend got a hot toddy and loved it, the cinnamon sugar on the rim was a perfect touch.  Everything came out quickly too. My only complaints: I wish there was even one vegan appetizer.   And the only vegan side dish is a curry cauliflower.  Since I already got a dish with curry, I didn't want more. I wish there were more vegan options for dessert.  Only one. Overall, I loved this meal.  It was exactly what we wanted.  We will definitely return. UPDATE: While I loved dinner here and have had an equally delicious meal there, I was somewhat disappointed in brunch.  There was *nothing* vegan on the brunch menu.  However, they were accommodating and, with a little prodding, made a tofu scramble with veggies for me.  Don't know that I'll return for brunch, which their famous for.  Rather unfortunate.",real
16734,"OMGOSH SO WORTH IT!  My friends and I were well-prepared for the 1 hour and 50 min wait.  We had planned to put our name down early and walk around.  I suggest you plan in advance as well (though it seemed not as crowded at around 2:00 PM).  What we had: + Blueberry Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter + Brioche French Toast + Smoked Salmon Scramble The warm maple butter sauce for both the french toast and pancakes were especially good.  They made the dishes taste so yummy.  I also really loved the smoke salmon scramble and the raspberry jam it comes with for the toast. I would come back again, and make sure you have cash guys! So yummy.",real
23324,"This is an extremely clean lively and well run establishment. The people here are always happy to see you. The service is ON POINT! The food is F&#$@NG AWESOME! Everytime! The vibe is fun. I save this place for special occasions, days where I need a pick me up, or meals in which I have to impress someone. You can't help but feel like you took a plane to get there and I just love it. In the musical chairs of Bloomfield Avenue businesses, this place is one of the few things that keep Montclair on the radar.",real
7140,"A friend suggested this place, so i went.  Very cool/ trendy decor so that was a plus, seems like a cool meet up spot for friends before a night out.  The drink menu was eclectic (which is refreshing) the dinner menu was also very diverse.  I ordered the fillet mignon it was delicious but all and all the portions were more ""lady sized"".  But then again the waitress kinda of described the food as tapas style so no big surprise there.  Next time ill go with more people and we will all order different things and share!!",real
31634,Outstanding beer selection. Food is phenomenal! Try their pierogies. As a polish chick totally recommend it.,real
27265,"Having been to Buttermilk Channel for both brunch and dinner now over the course of two years, I have come to the concrete conclusion that it is a safe 5 star rating, worth checking out and worth revisiting. It's a dimly-lit, rustic, new American joint that has a very palpable soul of it's own. What I Love : - The food is genuinely, outrageously delicious. While the menu does change, time to time, it has it's staples.  For brunch, the Eggs Benedict are some of my favorite in town. The fried chicken and cheddar waffle (also available for dinner) up there on the list of my favorite fried chicken in Brooklyn. Their pancakes are also flawless. Regarding dinner:  Squash Tart was delicious (and is appropriately named Delicious Squash Tart on the menu, matter of fact) with the right texture of cheesiness, Slow Roasted St. Louis Ribs were 10/10 for texture and right amount of glaze to compliment the already soft falling off-the-bone-meat and no meal here is complete without some of their fantastic cornbread. Raspberry tart with whipped cream for dessert was fantastic. - The interior has a life of it's own. White brick with a few trinkets here and there. - Service has been friendly and knowledgeable, even when it gets busy and it gets BUSY. - Decent wine and draft beer options. Right up my alley, at least. If you're not drinking alcohol, which we did not last time we were here, the iced teas and non-alcoholic options are respectable and tasty as well. - In between appetizers and entrée, the food-runner came out with some light on-the-house pastry puffs which were absolutely delicious and always welcome! What a professional touch. What I Don't Love (But Will Not Remove A Star For Because It Doesn't Matter In The Grand Scheme of Things) - The only complaint is the often ludicrous wait that you have to endure here, as there are no reservations; not that I don't dislike the no reservations policy generally.  For brunch, it could be WELL over an hour (my limit is waiting an hour which we did and it was worth it). And for Friday or Saturday night, you're seriously gambling unless you have a legitimate back-up not too far away or you have a buttload of trailmix in your pocket. Once, after hearing that theres a two hour wait upon arriving, we had went over to try Old School Brooklyn down the street which was mediocre to just-OK with terribly unprofessional hosting that dampened the experience a bit. So after that, no more Buttermilk Channel during their peak hours. This place is worth your attention but just avoid weekends if you can help it to truly have a seamless, potentially wait-free experience.",real
44130,"I went here on a not too busy Wednesday afternoon. The pizzas all looked pretty good in the front counter. I ended up picking a pepperoni and a stromboli like pizza slice with pepperoni and sausage in it.  The pepperoni slice was pretty greasy and the cheese was not that great. The stromboli slice with pepperoni and sausage was also greasy, without a lot of flavor.  I kind of wonder whether I came on a bad day after reading all of the very positive reviews. Maybe I'll go back and give it another try.",real
40528,"I don't even want to talk about how good this is.  I don't want you to go, in fact, don't.",real
18029,"At this point in my gurgitation career, I've tackled most of the notorious lines: Di Fara, Shake Shack, Tomoe, etc. Clinton St. Baking Company is a little different in that it's one that must be addressed in the AM. Of course, one can just go get the famous pancakes at dinner on a weekday, but I consider that cheating. If you're going to do it, do it right, I say. So I showed up way, way, way in advance of opening time (at 9AM) on a Saturday morning and found myself impressed that I still wasn't the first on line. The queue grew behind me inexorably, so when my convives didn't show up until 9:15 (thus forfeiting my spot), we'd bought ourselves a quoted 45-minute wait. Great. Thanks, convives. But the diners inside moved quickly, and our wait ended up being less than 20 minutes. The yellow-walled space is quite small and might be considered cute if it wasn't so chock full of customers -- another argument for going for dinner right there, I guess. Service was ruthlessly efficient, which helped to explain the speed with which we got in there in the first place. My convives got the buttermilk biscuit sandwich and the Southern breakfast, which looked great (they particularly crowed about the bacon), but I didn't wait for as long as I did on line just to lose my spot and wait for even longer to get anything but Clinton St.'s specialty: pancakes. Amongst all brunch foods, pancakes are my one true love. Friends know that I would usually rather go to dim sum or breakfast pizza for a Sunday morning meal, but they need only mention the possibility of pancakes to get me on their brunch bandwagon. And Clinton St. has a sterling reputation for its version. Now, the maple butter that served as syrup was off-the-hook good. I'm not sure there's much to say about it other than it's MAPLE and it's BUTTER combined into a shot's worth of explosive flavor. It's a brilliant combination, and I may have to make a poor man's version every time I have pancakes from now on. The blueberry jam was also very well done. But the pancakes themselves? A generous portion and, yes, fluffy... *Too* fluffy to my taste, in fact. Almost undercooked. It's one thing to make sure pancakes are moist; it's quite another to virtually leave liquidy batter in the middle of your flapjacks. Despite this textural misstep, they were still good, but I'm not sure that with regular ol' maple syrup they would have seemed particularly special to me. Overall, it was worth it for the experience, but I'm not sure I would brave that wait again. Brunch at dinner might be the way to go after all. Probability of return within 1 year: 40%",real
44377,It's a new location so everything is modern & kept nice. The different sandwiches I've had so far have been good. I need strong iced coffee & when they first opened it was brewed to perfection. Now I find it to be a bit watered down.,real
5077,"Came here with a group of colleagues. Nice selection of wine, beer, and specialty cocktails.  I had the steak medium rare. It was cooked exactly the way I liked and well seasoned. I would come back next time I'm in town.",real
28833,nothing great. with all the Italian restaurants in montclair- this is one to skip the best part of this dining experience was the hostess who was lovely. Our waitstaff was random and different each time someone came to the table. Penne was overcooked and the sauce was not good. Chicken parm was decent. Bummed that it was not great,real
47658,"I may be a minority in saying this but on an order delivery on 1/25/13 I waited two hours for a delivery. When the food finally showed. it was cold and I refused to take it. Who in their right mind would take a delivery when the food they ordered, was cold. To their defense, it was lightly snowing so. I did take that into consideration, Two hours.....Come on! I ordered from them in the past and their food is decent!! But, screw me twice..................I think not   Anyhow, the BRUNO OWNER called to ask way I refused the delivery and after stating my displeasure he said "" Montclair State University is off our delivery list"" So, to all of you fellow MSU alumni, Please keep this in mind when you need to order pizza from BRUNO'S, that there are many within the range of MSU that is just as good  or better. BRUNO'S GETS A BIG FAT THUMBS DOWN FROM ME and its not because of the late delivery but because of the way he treats the customers......NO RESPECT and HOW CAN SOMEONE RUN A BUSINESS LIKE THAT ? REALLY!!!!!!!!!!!",fake
9264,"Came here cuz I was craving sisig:  Too much chewy (a lot of ear), not enough crunchy.",real
20125,"11 / 11 of my cheesesteak pilgrimage (see my list!) The guy working in this dimly-let restaurant was pretty personable, but there's not much else to say about the aesthetics of the place. They tease you with a big warm vat of Whiz sitting behind the counter, but they don't really cheesify the sandwich enough.  Generally speaking, I wasn't blown away by this sandwich, but I suppose it does the job as a tasty cheeseateak. Unfortunately, I think I have to bump the rating down a bit because of the local competition.  Campo's is right up the street...go there instead.",real
17324,"Yes, the blueberry pancakes are phenomenal just as everyone says.  And yes, there is almost always a wait and it's never that short.  But if you want to skip the line and save some money I suggest doing a little googling for their pancake recipe and making it at home.  The recipe yields really good pancakes too.  Not quite as good as the real thing but not everyone has the time to wait for over an hour for pancakes :-)",real
16667,Eggs are eggs.  The bread on the side was really good. I didn't eat the pancakes but the blueberry ones made me drool when I saw them. Adorable little place.   The coffee is weak.,real
12527,"Beautiful decor! Went with my boyfriend for dinner, we had a table on the top level but the space is very open and we could see the downstairs area from where we were seating. We ordered a pitcher of red sangria, it was good (I've had better but it was definitely yummy), ordered the whole chicken as the main entree to share; it came with plenty of rice, beans, plantains, avocado salad, and salchipapas (french fries with beef sausage slices mixed in). It was absolutely delicious and sooo much food! The two of us ate well, took leftovers home, had lunch the next day, and there was still some chicken left. There were 2 parties celebrating a birthday, they played some spanish birthday song very loudly, and some of the people in the staff came out singing, clapping, with a candle on the dessert. It was very lively, all the other diners clapped also. All in all it was a great experience, cool atmosphere, good food, service was a tad bit slow, but nothing horrible. I'm def coming back and recommending it to friends.",real
31922,"Boy am I glad I went here last night. I went on a Sunday night at around 10 pm for drinks and dinner on a date. I read some reviews before I came here and lock yard deserved all of the great ratings they've received. The food was amazing, the drink selection was huge (and tasty) and the staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. Don't be shy to ask for samples of the beer! I have absolutely zero complaints about this place and plan on making it a go to spot.",real
22024,"Chef Mehta is amazing. A genius, really. This was one of the most special meals I've had in my lifetime. And I am definitely a foodie who has eaten at some of the world's ""best"" restaurants (per Michelin, anyway) so I promise this is not faint praise. We had the prosecco lychee martinis (like an adult slushee - incredible), the mango paneer (I dislike both mangos and paneer and was scraping the bottom of this dish) the dumplings (just one of the savoriest treats I've ever eaten) and the most amazing part - the strawberries. Don't overlook this dessert. It is out of this world. You have never tasted a flavor like this. Do not leave this restaurant without ordering this dessert! The service is spectacular at this tiny restaurant. I will come back here every time I am in New York. This is a very special place.",real
22487,"My family and I were excited to eat here for our mother's 60th birthday celebration. We went on a Saturday  June 15th and it was very packed. We were told the wait would be for an hour /hour and a half.  After waiting for 45 minutes the hostess told us our table was almost ready then some guy with a blue shirt and a mustache said no YOUR wait is two hours. We tried to tell him we were waiting already for 45 min. the guy mumbled something we could not understand. Then he said you guys are Italian, this is not an Italian restaurant you could leave. I told him I think you're handling this wrong no one here is naming countries. We just want to know how long we need to wait to eat. He proceeded to tell us he didn't want our business, that he was going to call the cops. We were all very confused. Especially because we couldn't understand why he was so upset and why he was threatening to call the police. We again asked him sir whats the problem, we just wanted to know how long we should wait. The guy started getting louder and saying I don't want any problems call the cops. I felt extremely disrespected. First of all, who cares if I was Italian. In my opinion this guy refused to sit us because of my racial background. There was no altercation between us for him to be so upset and threaten to call the cops. My Mom was very upset and because my children were with me I decided to not cause any further embarrassment and proceeded to leave. However, I am disgusted at this man's behavior towards his customers. My only explanation is that he is bi-polar and perhaps off his meds. My Mom tried to talk to him and he said call the police fuck this lady. Who ever this man is he has no business being in customer service. I wonder how many other people he has discriminated against. If you've had similar experiences i urge you to write a review. I understand that any business had the right to not serve people if they are unruly but we did nothing to deserve his discrimination. He embarrassed us, upset my Mom and my children.",fake
20394,"I came for the pasta, but was blown away on how good the cheese and salami antipasta platter was! The antipasta misto is delicious! I got to take some of this home the next day and it was still good for lunch the next day. I also had the Pappardelle al ragu di vetello and it was so delicious. Eating it the next day was still so good! I enjoyed my meal and recommend it anyone looking for Italian in NYC!",real
43823,"Small corner place, small establishment, big on customer base.. Always has long lines, always wondered why.  Place your order before you get there and it's instant heaven on a bun, no matter what fixins you want on your cheesesteak. We went at 930pm on a weekday in early December, there were still quite a few patrons inside enjoying their fodder.  If I didn't cook as much at home, I'd be there at least thrice a week.  Great food, order to take out if you want to avoid the lines.",real
2929,"Been going to Geno's for 20 years, and my absolute favorite place to go in the city for cheese steaks.   People say this owner is a racist, and that's furthest from the truth. A racist to me, is someone like our President who sat in a church for 20 years listening to hatred against white people, but yet society had no problems with that.  *sigh* Anyways.. Geno's is EXTREMELY clean inside, and I like the fact that they pride themselves on cleanliness. Geno's has a life long customers with me and my friends.",real
20280,"Uva has a nice atmosphere. Sort of rustic looking. Tables aren't too close together. Great spot for a date. For whatever it's worth, we didn't wait at all for a table on a Monday at 7pm. The food was quite good. I'm not an expert on Italian food, so take this review for what it's worth. I had the Pappardelle Al Ragu Di Vitello ($17; home made poasta ribbons sauteed with ragout of veal and montasio cheese). Lots of flavor. Wouldn't say it was amazing, but it was quite good. My date had Anello di Capesante e Speck ($22; sea scallops wrapped in smoked prosciutto with sauteed spinach and white wine sauce). This was incredible. Until I tried it, I actually didn't think I liked scallops. I think I've just never had scallops made well. We also had the antipasto vegetariano, which was pretty impressive given how simple it was in it's description. And we shared a nice bottle of malbec. Service was excellent. Friendly and very prompt. Prices were very reasonable given the quality. I thought the restaurant was a great value. I'll definitely come here again soon.",fake
25668,"to all the negative commentary here-  at the time that i was here it was not busy with a pleasant quiet atmosphere and plenty of sitting space- i went in with a friend / no i did not arrive in the middle of the night nor would i ever want to/  the sandwich was delish as well as the homemade cheesecake/  personally- the restaurants i've been to lately in hartford are downright nasty including the much hyped max-mara's (esp. the one in downtown- food was awful) i mainly go for food to a restaurant not to get sloshed or bitch for 3 hrs / also cheesecake factory in the downtown 'swank' area of west hartford literally smelled bad/ there was so many people scrunched in there / waiting and hanging all over the place/ i've eaten in restaurants all over the u.s. incl. california and florida and the write-ups about so called 'bad service' , et al / ??",real
44747,"Love the place, people are nice I enjoy their house wine [Pierre Loti] which is a nice deal during their happy hour",real
35474,"Went here for brunch awhile back, and after hearing and reading good things on yelp, we were really looking forward to a great brunch.  We were unfortunately somewhat disappointed.  The burger was more a bit bland and more of a meatball than a burger - we really expected a burger of that price to be outstanding, not for the meat to be outshone by the bun and the cheese.  The eggs benedict weren't bad, but also weren't great.  Sort of the standard fare but served on focaccia instead of an english muffin.  On the upside, the bloody mary and the iced tea were both delicious, and we really liked the atmosphere - it was really comfy and cozy.",fake
5902,Small place that we stumbled upon by accident. Absolutely great food. Lovely decor with great attention to details. Will come back next time I'm visiting Philly,real
26163,"Came to this place after driving 32 miles for it as Yelp reviews made it pretty attractive. A great brunch place to be at, Excellent service and food, of course. Potions are huge, none of us six could eat even half of our orders. I would recommend the owners to add some pics to the menu, we had to order using the pics on Yelp. Will be back again whenever in Philly area.",fake
2521,Terrible service. Terrible cheesesteak. #Terrible,real
20916,Uva is a great spot for group dinners.  I have been here a few times for friends' birthdays and they are surprisingly very accommodating to large parties despite being a bit on the smaller side. The beef short ribs are melt-in-your-mouth tender and the prosciutto-wrapped scallops are cooked nicely and come in a very sizable portion.  I've also tried the cavatelli with pesto and the gnocchi in truffle sauce and highly recommend both. You really can't go wrong with any of their entrees it seems. An entree with a few glasses of wine won't break your budget here either!,real
10810,"I want to like this place, but after a couple tries, I still don't. Pros: good sized menu. The breakfast bagel sandwich I got once wasn't bad. Cons: The coffee is bad. I've tried the drip coffee and it tastes like water. I've also tried the lattes and they taste like water with some milk in it (I wouldn't even pay the $2 happy hour price, it was so bad) . The staff, while not rude, is not friendly and none of them seem to want to be there or want your business. I have yet to see one staff member smile at a customer.",real
12207,Loved the food and atmosphere.  Service was also good.  Very reasonably priced.  We got the combo and it was perfect for two people.   Arriving at 5:45 on Friday night no problem getting in.  Place was full by 6:15. I will definitely come back.,real
39719,Amazing food. Everything is really flavorful and fresh. They have great specials. The service has always been good to me!,real
45882,"Perhaps the sweet dishes are better than the savory ones. I wasn't particularly impressed by the service nor the food. The environment is decent - with high ceilings, lots of windows to let in the sunshine and an open kitchen (back of the restaurant) to gaze into. Came here upon many recommendations to have the Cookshop brunch. I had high expectations for this Westside, by the river, Chelsea-market neighborhood kitchen, but in fact, was at best, satisfied with the quality. Pro's: decor, food arrangement, sweet breakfast foods, fruit-related offerings (just from observing those around me, didn't have it myself) Con's: mediocre service (for its scale), very very salty dishes - including my side salad/dressing and the biscuit, ingredients and the combination of ingredients used - ie, minced (maybe pork) sausage patty with eggs on a brioche/flatbread hybrid bun I'd go again if asked by others, but I would not take groups here on my own accord.",real
38861,"My fav. place in NJ, some serious great music going. The decor is bad ass animal prints + leather couches + red walls + pin up girls... super cool. Drinks are great, try dancing with the devil or seven minutes in heaven! I was there on a Thursday night and they had a very fun burlesque show. So fun!!! Go check it out if you're ever by the Prudential center",real
6781,Went here with family and friends and we had a great experience. Very cool and hip decor.  The waitstaff were very attentive. The Soy glazed pork belly was delightful with the purée yummy! Of course the martini' swerve perfect.,real
44492,"my favorite bar in williamsburg, hands down (and i have been to pretty much all of them). vince and maks take the craft of making cocktails very seriously and i have yet to have a subpar drink from either of them. the space is warm and inviting and the vibe is on point. if you like cocktails made with the same skill as one from death and co / pdt / milk + honey then this is your spot.",real
39336,"My wife and I just moved to the area from Queens, NY.  One of our main concerns was being able to find a good authentic Chinese restaurant in the area.  Looks like we found a gem!  We've eaten dim sum in Flushing for years and to our surprise, Noodle Chu is much better than many of the places we've been to.  Their shrimp dumplings, shaomai, turnip cake and lotus leaf rice are outstanding.  The in-laws love the place too.  Whenever they're in the area, this is the place they want to go.",real
42652,I had a most satisfactory lunch here. No problem with service as other reviewers have complained. I asked for a table away from the outside door and the request was graciously handled by seating me in a sheltered corner at a table far larger than needed for a solitary diner. The pasta was heated through (no microwave here) and my salad was crisp and fresh. Certainly Max Brenner is more expensive than the Appleby's across the street but this food was far better than standard Appleby's fare.  I picked up one or two of their chocolate bon-bons to bring back to the office and they were lovely. Kept me alert during a conference call!,fake
3278,"I normally don't like any type of coconut curry, but man the red curry here was on point. Yum!",real
9899,"White Dog is a great place for brunch in University City. I would definitely recommend going to White Dog for brunch rather than dinner because the dinner items are a lot more pricey. For brunch, I usually get the Eggs Benedict. But I have also tried the omelet, turkey sandwich, and more. Everything I have had for brunch has been good. The menu items change slightly sometimes because they source their food from local farms. For Penn students, this is a great place to go with your parents when they are in town. It is also just good for brunch with some friends. If you are looking to day-drink, they offer bottomless drinks for $12 during brunch on the weekends.",real
43834,"What a sandwich. This is where I take people who've never had a cheesesteak before. The store is small and narrow, usually lined with equal portions of sitting patrons and people squeamishly waiting for takeout. Beef and onions are always cooking on the grill (chicken takes a few minutes extra), and service is generally quick and friendly. But the sandwich is gargantuan, usually close to a pound of juicy chopped meat, gooey cheese and sweet sizzling onions. Unless I'm in deep, deep South Philly, this is my spot for cheesesteaks, hands down. Chubby's, across the street, does put up a fight. But Dalessandro's wins.",real
15593,Great staff and the times i have been back there is always something different going on. Saturday nights are awesome with great DJ's for the 'dance crowd' and wednesday nights is beer pong there as well! Food is above average for a place like this and everything is very well priced. Staff is quite friendly too! Will become a regular hangout for my friends and I,fake
3409,"I like their Brooklyn pizza , so I used go there some times for that. One day I gave them 20$ bill to get two slices of Brooklyn, got less change back. Guy in the counter with think accent said , ""my friend you gave 10$ bill, I can check in camera"". I said go for it. This guy was very rude and accused me, instead of saying sorry to me.  I am sure if there was an American in the counter he/she would have said sorry or It wouldn't have happened since we announce louder like ""$7 out of $20"", that's good practice.  After that he delayed my food purposely  for just 2 slices to worm up. After waiting for 8 mins , I noticed people who came way after me getting their slices . So went back to counter asked for my food, he got so mad, and said ""My friend, you will get your food ok!, you have to wait"" . I felt so insulted in front of other customers at the counter, since then decided to not go there ever.  I like their food though",fake
11580,"Ordered the bone marrow thing for an appetizer not knowing what to expect.  It was actually really good!  You scoop out some bone marrow and spread it on bread, like butter.  My wife got sweatbreads, which she enjoyed (and are not actually bread - look it up) and I got a really tasty shrimp ravioli in garlic sauce. No real complaints here.  Service was good, decor was nice, food was tasty (although slightly expensive). Oh, one final thing: the rapper Q-Tip eats here a lot.  Our friend we came with was talking about how she's seen him there a few times and, lo and behold, he showed up and grabbed a table in the corner that very night.  Such a vivrant thing!",real
1997,"Wanted to try the original cheesesteaks so I went to both Pat's and Geno's. The only difference was I got Whiz at Pat's and provolone at Geno's. Overall, they're both about the same though it seemed like the bread was better at Pat's. Overall I give the nod to Pat's but honestly, you can get better cheesesteak than you'll find at either one.",real
40582,we encountered rude service and food that tasted on par with a taco bell on its peak.  go elsewhere!,real
45417,"Perfect place to stop at mid Highline! we ordered the bluefish ""Nicoise"", the fish tacos, and the pasta w/a basil pesto walnut sauce. My bluefish Nicoise I thought was the winner with a gorgeous slab of fish over deliciously seasoned and crisp vegetables. Bread was amazing as well.  The tacos were also really good but I wasn't a huge fan of the shrimp being breaded....the pasta was decadent, rich, and comforting but since it was so hot out, a little too heavy for the weather. Attire: casual to chic, anything goes here! Some people looked super crappy, others looked put together :) Service: great! Our waitress even blended different iced teas together for us (though the green iced tea was awesome as is!) Price: completely justified for quality ingredients and deliciousness!",real
24920,Fantastic healthy food. A great edition to midtown and there aren't many restaurants that will deliver healthy food.,fake
3131,"Under normal circumstances, I am no where near being a meat eater, but since sarah i. was in town, we had to do the whole ""philly touristy"" things (lots of fobby camera action ncluded) and eat the infamous cheesesteaks. However, after about 30 min. in line, entertaining ourselves with old tacky celeb pictures and anit-immigrant, patriotism letters hung on the walls, we were quite disappointed!   Shame on Britney and J.T. for dining here. More importantly, shame on me and Sarah I. for eating meat at Geno's! yack!",real
39984,"Book ahead if you can becasue it is tiny and always full. You can put your name down for a table and wait at the wine bar next door, the staff will call you when your table is ready. Fun to go with a group of 4 or 6. The cocktails are a nice twist on the margarita and deadly! The food is a nice change from the same old, same old mexican dishes. I never think of going here until the last minute and then I am too starving to wait for a table. Pehaps one day I'll be prepared!",fake
14074,"We have been going to Vietnam Restaurant for at least 9 years and it never disappoints! The food is consistently great. I can't speak for the service lately since we have done exclusively take-out the past few years. My husband's favorite meal is the house special vermicelli - the portion is huge and there is plenty in it (I think it's pork, spring rolls, Vietnamese meatballs). My absolute favorite is either the house special crispy egg noodle or the crispy egg noodle with tofu. The spring roll appetizer is also delicious!! Their pho is good too though it is tough if you get take-out since the noodles come in a container and end up stuck together. If you get it I would recommend a giant bowl to mix it all together. But even still it's pretty good! (Note: I am by no means a pho expert, just going by what I think tastes good) Definitely worth eating here or doing take-out!",real
30949,"Came here on a date last weekend because I had heard such great things and it definitely exceeded my expectations! We started with some oysters which were delicious! Then we shared the broccoli rabe, polenta, and deep fried artichokes. First of all the broccoli rabe could get even the worst eater to eat their veggies. And deep fried artichokes... need I say more? Not to mention they are served with a delicious aioli. The polenta stole the show though, probably the best thing I have ever tasted. It is creamy and full of flavor. It is topped with a great sauce and little meatballs. As if the food isn't good enough to keep me coming back again and again, the owners have to be two of the sweetest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. They even sent my date and out a great butternut squash and brown sugar crostini, it was the perfect end to a great dinner. I have already been back twice since, and found that the wine options are great as well!",fake
22082,"So, after being outright hater of chef mehta while on the next iron chef, I thought it would be funny if i paid a visit to his restaurant. Made a reservation, and Im glad I did as the place was PACKED. Its a small place, and you are squeezed in tight, and unless you are in a group of 4 or more you will share a table. All my table mates were nice people so I had no problem dining with them. I had several dishes and they are all tapas sized, but ill just mention the standouts.  The Lychee martini and it was very good. The first dish was the best dish, the scallops, OH MY, the scallops, sweet perfectly cooked, crunchy and soft. mm mmm!! Second best dish was the duck portobello gratinee, so savory so good! Dessert was just ok, I had the hazelnut cupcake, tho one of my tablemates had the pepper ice cream and they LOVED it! Overall, Bravo chef Mehta, Bravo! Truly a fulfilling food experience! I will return",real
16286,"I'm not going to deceive you - the wait is pretty long on the weekends. Expect an average of ~2 hours wait. However, Clinton St. Baking Company knows that the wait is always long so they made a system that is SO accommodating: instead of having to wait in a line out the door, you can leave a name, # of people, and a phone number where the restaurant will text you when they have a table ready. After leaving a name and coming back after 2 hours, we had a table ready by the window. Service is prompt and friendly, constantly refilling our coffee -- this isn't often mentioned by other reviewers but the coffee is really good! Seeing as how I had grumpily dragged my lazy ass out of bed to put my name down on the waiting list early in the morning, this coffee was the perfect start to being somewhat amiable towards other people. I had the signature blueberry pancakes and they were super fluffy and big, exactly like the pictures make them look. The blueberry compote on top is my favorite and I really never had pancakes THAT fluffy before so I was pretty surprised. The maple butter was good too but I didn't find that I needed it that much. I saw some of the other brunch items on the menu, but I have to admit, I think the real specialty is still probably the pancakes. I don't know when I would go to Clinton St. Baking Company again (see paragraph about: coffee) because of the wait, but I did really like the pancakes, even though they were so big that they probably fulfilled my pancake craving for a good half year. haha P.S. Oh I happen to know a great brunch place where single dudes can prey upon large groups of delicately brunching Japanese ladies. Hint. It rhymes with: Blinton St. Caking Company. P.P.S. Guys, please don't actually do that.",real
47264,"I went to a surprise party at Dalto the other weekend for my uncle. I never even knew this place existed. It was a bit of an odd experience because the place is just one small room, so the other patrons had to put up with a bit of extra noise that night. We did everything family-style and the food just kept coming: Mozzarella Caprese, Calamari Fritti, Arugula Salad, Dalto Salad (very good--white beans and shrimp), Penne alla Vodka, Tilapia al Limone, Battuta di Pollo alla Brace, and Vitello Parmigana. We had a great time and the food was good. They dishes were pretty safe ""crowd pleasing"" selections so nothing really surprised me or blew me away. It was, however, some of the best fried calamari I've ever had. My rule with fried ""galamod"": the more tentacles the better.",real
21593,"I tried the Shrimp Tempura Roll. It was freshly made and tasted great. The seaweed salad was also very good. The service was fast, friendly, and efficient.",real
39958,"I'm not sure what all the fuss is over this place. The food is so-so. Basic, bland Mexican. A little pricey for the size. Service is also average.  I will admit they have an extensive margirita  selection, which are pretty tasty.   Nothing horrible, but certainly not worth the sometimes 1.5 hour wait.",fake
13904,"Like everyone else, i really wanted to love this place, but there are a lot of problems here with the food and the service.  we had our names on a list and were waiting happily for the rest of our party to arrive in the mid level bar.  when we went to tell the hostess that our party was all there, she got really flustered and told us she was overwhelmed and we would need to come back later.  there was one other party of 3 waiting patiently to be seated at the time and otherwise, it was a ghost town.   we finally did get seated, albeit not at a shaded table as we had requested and were promised.  our very accommodating waitress did eventually move us when another table became available, but note that if it's a hot day and you are in the line of the sun, it can be very unpleasant.  you would think there would be shades, but the whole set up is kind of bare bones. i think the most ludicrous thing here is that water is self serve, although everything else is ordered and served by waitstaff.  most of the tables are picnic tables and they are spaced pretty closely together.  i had on a pencil skirt and it was pretty difficult to keep getting up for water on a hot day and to have to share the narrow lanes of passage with the waitstaff and other patrons.  just doesn't make sense. we ordered a dozen oysters, yet only 11 came out.  they did give us an extra when they corrected the problem, and the oysters were really good.  2 people at our table got lobster and while they looked decent sized when they came out, once the shells were cracked, the meat was kind of puny and gray.  both were that way.  i spent the better part of 20 summers in maine eating a lot of lobster and i have never seen anything like this. I had snow crab and it was pretty good, although a little dried out.  another couple with us split the northwest basket.- they loved the king and snow crab, but thought the boiled shrimp was awful.  it was meely and overcooked, no flavor at all.  too much mayo in the coleslaw.   our waitress was really trying, but there must be some issue with the bar fulfilling orders- 3 people in our group had to order a drink again 20 minutes later when the initial order never completed.  she comped a beer. the prices are really high for an area that is so transportationally challenged- they are frankly high if this place was in manhattan.  as others have noted, the stairs are really narrow and there are a lot of them.  the layout seems awkward, but maybe it was a pre-existing structure?",real
16838,"Clinton St was good but not AS good as the hype (or the ridonkulous waiting list) would suggest. We arrived at 11 and were told to come back for 1:30. Ummm, wha??? But we did of course. We need to experience this place, having read the stellar reviews. And it was good!!! Don't get me wrong. But fabulous? Hmmm...not sure. Blueberry pancakes with maple butter were yummy and fluffy but not quite as special as everyone made them sound. What was special? The SUGAR-CURED BACON. I repeat: the SUGAR-CURED BACON. Quite possibly the best bacon I've ever had. Oh yeah, and we also had the BEST POTATO SKINS ON THE PLANET...so impossibly crispy. So there you have it; if you go, those are the two dishes (side dishes?) that I wholeheartedly recommend.",real
24241,"What is there to say? It's a chain restaurant. Sometimes it's good; sometimes it's not. But their raw oysters are really good, huge, and fresh. I love the cheese biscuits too. The wait staff is friendly. Certain dishes(like the sailor's platter) are really bland.",real
36883,"Knowledgable bartenders and fancy meets classic drinks. Absolutely worth it, even on a Monday night. Gluten free friendly options sort of, because they are owned by Caseus (the BEST place to eat in new Haven), and they are working on getting gluten free beer here too since they already have the best at Caseus. Didn't try the snacks, as they don't carry gf crackers due to storage issues. Great for drinks. Will be back.",real
19619,"The outside looks like Hansel  and Gretel's house. New Orleans style: dark and steamy (you can get all Abitas here). Beer and bourbon let's go! Also, great layout to the beer menu - and I like a lot of information about my beers. Friendly bartenders, lots of stuff to try. Oh yeah, should I, or should I not tell you that they are playing Morrissey right now? At least it's a good one.",real
49136,"A-mazing!  I ordered the smashed onion burger and the green chili cheese fries along with a peanut butter milkshake.  everything was delicious!! my husband picked up the food so i can't comment on the ambiance but the food was fantastic, especially the green chili cheese fries.  probably the best i've ever had.  the sauce we got was really flavorful as well but i'm not sure which one it was.  i would absolutely go back there again.  their burgers are delicious and juicy and the portion sizes are huge.",real
43491,"Roy's Top 5 Things to Know: 1. Cheese Steaks are $8.25. They have a variety of sauces, cheeses and toppings. They've even got chicken cheese steaks. 2. Cheese Steaks are large, just half of one is good for one person so you can easily split one. 3. Most importantly, they're real good, the steak is so tender that it almost taste like ground beef. They put just enough cheese on it and the fried onions, ugh to die for. I drove all the way from NYC and it was well worth it. 4. I'm an out of towner and I usually just follow the gps for cheese steak places and I've ended up in some shady neighborhoods, this one isn't shady whatsoever so you don't need to worry about that. 5. Park right on Wendover Street instead of illegal parking in front since so many people frequent this spot in late night.",real
42752,"More of a dessert spot, my kids loved it tho",real
9699,"In attempts to avoid cafeteria food or street meat for lunch while visiting the Met, we walked over to this nearby location.  To our dismay, we arrived at Neue Galerie (a German museum) where Sabarsky was located.  Alas, we had given up one museum's cafe for another.  However, upon reading an acceptable menu and catching whiffs of meat and potatoes, we decided to digest the 15-minute wait and try it out.  Quickly, a line formed behind us, all willing to wait for a table.  The lunch gods were sending us happy omens. As we were seated, I instantaneously felt as a being of higher class.  The dining room was of a simple arrangement, including cafe chairs, marble table-tops, and upholstery all around.  The walls were beautifully adorned dark wood from floor to ceiling, with windows overlooking Central Park.  Wise music delicately filled the quite crevices of the cafe, while all of the daily papers were neatly hung on a rack for the undoubted regulars that frequent this spot. We began with a selection of their signature beverages, my favorite of which was the Gurkenlimonade (Cucumber Juice with Sparkling Lemonade).  It was an eerily green color, but absolutely refreshing.  I was surprised by the fact that the cucumber flavor was more prominent than the lemon. Kleines Wr. Schnitzel (""Small"" Veal Wiener Schnitzel):  If this is a small schnitzel, a big one must be the size of the whole plate.  The veal was very soft and flavorful, and the crust had a great crunch without being overly greasy. Ungarisches Rindsgulasch (Hungarian Beef Goulash):  Very tender beef in a greatly flavorful stew.  It had a clearly complex spice palate that begged to be soaked up with bits of bread.  The accompanying spatzle was so delicate and light that it practically fell apart upon touching your tongue. Weisswurst mit Brezen (Bavarian Sausage with Pretzel):  A bockwurst-like, ligthly colored, lean sausage.  Boiled and delicious, served with an amazing pretzel...crisp outer skin with a warmed and soft doughy center. The Apple Strudel and Sachertorte were a bit of a disappointment and not worth mentioning, but did not change the fact that our entrees were luxuriously satisfying. BEWARE:  They automatically charged 20% gratuity on our check, regardless of the fact that we were a party of four.",real
40646,"I'm on the fence about this place, star wise. On one hand, the food is good. And when you have good Mexican food in Manhattan, it's like an oasis in a sea filled with fake cheese and crappy guacamole. On the other hand, it's just a bit too expensive (each thing by itself is not so pricey, but man it adds up quick) and a bit too fancy (you know I'm not a fancy taco girl - I like my tacos straight from a truck - or at least a person who barely speaks English). However, I loved the salad and the flavors in the tacos were all good (we had pescado and al pastor). But then again, the drinks were only fine and pretty expensive. And you know what? The tacos were really small. They were mini-tacos. I am so torn. If I could give it 3.5 stars, I would.",real
31806,"When they first opened, i was kind of disappointed that a place like this had so few vegan options, but then came the summer menu and their decision to carry Barry's Tempeh! The TLT (Tempeh, Lettuce and Tomato sandwich ) is now one of my favorite things to eat. Smoky sweet tempeh, with tomato relish, guac, lettuce and tomatoes on perfectly toasted sourdough bread? My dear lord but its good! They've also added a tofu scramble for breakfast (also served with the tempeh) which is delicious. Staff and owners are A++ as is the atmosphere. Be prepared for a stroller obstacle course and noisy kids on weekend mornings though. Not the fault of the owners, of course. Definitely a gem in our little corner of Windsor Terrace.",real
14958,Pros: - relaxing atmosphere with candle light - waitress was welcoming and sweet (not pushy for our check or orders) - servers seemed very knowledgeable of the menu. Our waitress gave us a few suggestions before we ordered and checked to see if we had any questions Cons - portions are surprisingly small - prices for the dishes ($22 for the spinach cavatelli) were expensive - didn't have many menu options I wasn't very hungry when I went so I wasn't expecting to get anything big or spend too much. This is not the place to go if you're in that same situation. This place is more fit for couples who are going on an occasional date...,real
20164,"Overall this place is average and expensive! While everyone raves about their stuff, I found that the 'best' on their menu wasn't made by them, such as the cheese and meat plates. However, the outdoor garden is adorable.....except when it poured on my husband and i because they didn't close the overhang.",fake
38770,"Melissa is the bomb bartender!! Been there several times at different times of the day/year. I love taco Tuesday. I'm usually the girl who saves money by bringing lunch but nothing beats 3 tacos for $8 (well, Maybe 4 tacos for $8 but I digress. LOL). I'm not sure if Melissa is still a bartender there but when I went, she was friendly and sweet. Came here also on NYE (it was free and different). The place was kinda empty for NYE but after midnight, the place turned it up! I like that. I like quiet. I like peace. I like drinks. LOL I'm going there today for my birthday lunch with co-workers. I'll update after.",real
31186,"LOVE Zaroka! Not only is the food great, but the staff is incredibly friendly and personable.   My favorite dish is Navratan Korma, the only place that has it in the area.  Their Malai Kofta is also delicious. The decor is very neat, seating spacious and intimate at the same time, and their brunch has the perfect amount of options.",real
12221,"This place was referred to me by a friend, and so I thought I'd check it out. I actually got my dinner to go. The roasted chicken was moist and flavorful along with the sides. Everything was delicious!! The decor of the place is really attractive. It would make for a good date night restaurant.",real
8921,"first time i went there, seems a nice place. reasonable prices and the food was good. i surely will go back again",real
11661,one of my favorite restaurants in nyc. oysters are the best i ever had. paired with fresh horseradish- mouthwatering. fried chicken is amazing as well. opened really late so great joint to hit up after a night of drinking or for a casual late night dinner. good place to go on a casual date,real
7859,"AMAZING!! Just got back from there about an hour ago and rushed to yelp.com to leave this review. A girlfriend and I had dinner there tonight and it was absolutely outstanding. Ambience - Beautiful, as previously mentioned, the clay pots on the ceiling are a very creative touch. One of the waitors mentioned to us that it can be taken either way; some people love the claypots, others find it off-putting. There is an island, which they call the community table, for walk-ins. I thought it was a really cute touch actually as it is a huge table with stools. Feels like you're in a chef's kitchen.   Service - Terrific! It's as if they don't know what else to do with themselves. Very accomodating and knowledgeable of the cuisine. FOOD - Impeccable.  Very fresh. Beautifully prepared.  I already know that I will be craving everything I ate tomorrow.  It's been a very long time that I left a restaurant excited to go back. I already made reservations for my husband and I.",real
21802,"First time I came here it was great... 2 months later ...meh.  Got here at 5:45 pm in the freezing rain... Walked into the door and was told to give the place TEN minutes.... Okay... I'll just stand out here and freeze instead of just quietly sitting at a table in doors...arg. Things tasted ""okay"" for the most part ... But one dish came out and was just under seasoned, and unappetizing ... The chicken noodle dish. We didn't touch it after our first bite. Being that there were only two tables that were eating, my table of two and one other table of two... One would think someone would have the time to realize we did not touch an entire dish... But no... I was just sad on how most of my meals were microwaved and how awful the service was. I am 100% not asking for a free dish or whatever, but freaking ask me why I did not touch a dish... Show some respect for your food and restaurant.   I waited 1 hour last time I was here for a table and it was worth it... Tonight I am sitting now (other couple left), in a place with just my table (myself and my bf).  No one else is here ?! Goes to show... You start getting lazy, people won't come to your restaurant.  It's New York... Way too many good places to waste your time on one that doesn't care at all about its food or customers... Highly embarrassed bc I took my out of town boyfriend here with excitement and here we are still hungry and annoyed. Never again.",real
11816,"I guess New Yorkers really love their chorizo. I did lunch at the Ribbon and had an appetizer plate of chorizo and garlic shrimp. This was chorizo encounter number three in, like, the same number of days. Otherwise, my hat's off to the Bromberg Bros. The Ribbon delivers. An extensive menu with some interesting items--but ones you actually want to eat. I need to come here again for sure.",real
48907,My favorite place for burgers in philadelphia!,fake
17226,"I have to say I don't understand the hype. The first few bites ( blueberry pancakes) were perfect, crispy outside and a fluffy interior. Then my mind started to take over. ""1 hr 45 min wait time"" not worth it. ""maple butter sauce"" simply water downed maypole syrup! Blueberry pancakes with no berries cooked inside the pancake!!!!! 25$ a man for coffee, 1/2 a biscuit split with my eating partner, 1 egg (the other was eaten by the same eating partner) and a plate of shared hash browns. I would have given 1 star but the fact that I only sampled the pancakes leaves the possibility of some splendid item I did not indulge in. Better off using that 1 hr 45 min wait time to do all your food shopping for the week, get some pancake mix and fresh berries and eat at home.",real
27260,They played 50 Cent & Wu-Tang during brunch! Need I say more?,real
36415,"Note that this review is in context of a direct comparison with the tacos from the neighboring new-comer, Otto's tacos.  I only tried the carne asada and carnitas tacos and cannot speak on the burritos.  That said, both the carne asada and carnitas tacos completely disappointed - a far cry from authentic taqueria flavor. These are simple, taqueria-style tacos: seasoned meat, onions, cilantro, salsa verde (+/- lime juice) on fresh, hand-made corn tortillas (prepared in real time next to the grill).  On the plus side, Taqueria Diana's tacos are bigger than Otto's small taco and have a very hearty portion of meat on each taco for about the same price (Diana's came out 50 cent more for the 2 tacos).  Based on looks, Taqueria Diana's tacos looked much tastier than Otto's. Unfortunately, taste is where they're lacking.  The carne asada had a flavor I've never tasted in Mexican fare.. slightly sweet and no where close to authentic seasoning.  No balancing flavors from the onion, cilantro or salsa (they are there, just not very apparent in flavor).  The carnitas had the taste of juicy pork, but seemed to lack much seasoning.  Despite my love of all varieties of hot sauce, I often don't add hot sauce to good tacos. For the carnitas, I ended up covering them with the house ""spicy"" hot sauce.  Still lacked the right flavor. They use quality ingredients, and both the carne asada and carnitas are juicy and tender.  These tacos may taste good with some cheese, crema or guac.  But that would make for a more Tex-Mex flavor, for which Chipotle is probably more reliable and appropriately priced.  With Otto's 1 block away, it is highly unlikely I'd ever try this place again.  If you are eating here, I would recommend eating in or getting at them ASAP, as the tortillas come out crisp but probably go soggy in the pool of juices from the meat.",real
19072,Best dosa's in city. Always a line but so worth it. Happy to sit and eat every last bite in the park.,real
22629,"I've gone to Cuban Pete's a few times. I stopped going for a while because the cleaning chemical they use is so strong that it was giving me a headache; our table couldn't take the smell and we had to leave. I went back this week and the smell wasn't so strong but still noticeable; Their decor is nice and the place is clean. They have been slacking off though because the table setting plates are mostly chipped. The food is OK, the rice isn't that great. I had the Chuletas Asadas but the onions weren't caramelized; the chuletas did have good flavor and were not dried. My other two guests had Piscado Al Ajillo and both stated that it was good. My other guest had an Ensalada Tropical and was satisfied with it. My last guest had the grill cheese sandwich with fries; but was told there no fries; instead they brought it with plantain chips which he wasn't to thrilled about. The place is BYOB. We ordered two regular iced teas and the server said; I'll bring you a pitcher for convenience; I didn't realize it was for his convenience because they charged us $14.99 for it; that wasn't nice! Another issue I saw was that the plates in which they serve their food is also chipped. This is a big no-no for health inspectors as porcelain\ceramic dust is very unhealthy for customers. All-in-all the place is OK. Their service isn't that great even for a slow night with plenty of servers. The big turn off was the chipped dishes, lack of service and the pricing on the iced tea. I won't be going back; there are better alternatives to Cuban Pete's; in service, quality of food and pricing. It started out good but I guess management is getting lazy.",fake
32505,"This is a really late review as we went on a Six Flags Great Adventure trip back in August 2013. I went here two times, once for breakfast and once for dinner. The place itself is pretty cool for a diner. It was very spacious and clean. Our breakfast was just average as was the service. We all ordered standard breakfast food. Not great but not terrible. The problem came when we returned for dinner the next night and had maybe one of the worst waiters ever. Once again, the food was average. Burgers and grilled cheese sandwiches. Nothing fancy. I'm not a hard guy to please and I can live with just average food on a road trip. What I can't stand though is a server who clearly doesn't give a crap. I don't remember the kids name and probably wouldn't write it even if I did, but i'm 99.9% sure he was stoned out of his mind. The place was almost empty and he couldn't even be bothered to ask us how our food was or if we needed refills on our drinks. All he did was take our order and give us the bill. He wasn't even the one to drop the food off at the table. He was also a little arrogant in the very short bits of contact we had with him. I almost didn't even want to give him a 15% tip, but maybe he was having a bad night or something.",fake
45028,"Extremely RUDE service. Waiter extremely rude, for absolutely no reason,  when one of our party asked why specials were no longer posted on the board. If my friend had spoken with some attitude I might possibly understand but she is one of the most mild mannered and polite people I know. Spoke with manager and he was even more rude, constantly interrupting, waving us off and rolling his eyes. Completely ignored what we said, made no attempt to make the situation better. Total disrespect for the customer from an arrogant staff. If you enjoy being disrespected and treated like you are just lucky to be there so you should shut up, then go ahead and try Cookshop.",fake
14219,"Really good food and great Iced Coffee - pus decent service (but it was really hot in there this last time we went for lunch. The Chicken over broken rice (or banh) is great and the Chinese broccoli  in garlic sauce was crispy and tender and cooked to perfection. And you can get flaming rum drinks, too - though we never do. Love Vietnam for a quick comforting meal.",real
44989,OUTSTANDING! The atmosphere is a corner mom and pop pizza shop with roots back in the homeland but wow can they cook. Super friendly and attentive waitperson and the meals are amazing. Try any of the specials of the day and you will not be disappointed (or hungry).,real
36500,They have a 5 dollar min for credit card which was inconvenient. The baked goods are yummy. Staff weren't exactly that most amiable people but cant really discount them for that. The space is nice but the couches could be better..,real
111,Zero stars. This place has no redeeming qualities whatsoever. Terrible food and the clientele is straight out of The Hills Have Eyes.,real
41930,This place was open late on a weeknight when other places were not. The menu was limited but the food was good and they have Palm on tap...nough said.,real
33952,"Came for happy hour, which was from 4-6pm on Wednesday.  Delicious margaritas at $15 a pitcher.  And they're stronger than you'll think when you first taste them.  They're not overly sweet though, which is nice. The chips and salsa are delicious.  We ordered guacamole as well..  Their guac could do with a bit more heat to it for me, but it was pretty tasty still (nice and oniony, which I like). The place is cute and intimate.  Ya, I'd come again.",real
3225,"So now I'm back in Taipei.  Right down the street from me there's a small, privately owned breakfast shop run by the son of some Hakka immigrants from China.  Besides stuff like egg-pancakes and soy milk, this little shop is most famous  for their version of a common breakfast item known as a  fried-dough cruller wrapped in a griled pancake (shao bing you tiao;).  In fact, they are so well known for this specialty, people line up out the door for up to ten minutes in the morning to buy them. So one day, I decided try this little place myself and see  what the hype was all about.   I got their around 9 in the morning and placed myself at the end of the long line that was now spilling into the street.   5 minutes later, I arrived at the front of the line and proceeded to bark my order to the shop owner, now furiously manning the griddle.   ""I'd like a fried dough cruller wrapped in a griddle pancake please!"" ""nin yiao she me?"" ""Ummm, fried dough umm, wrapped, um in panc.... ""she me?!?"" And with that highly eloquent retort,  he simply skipped over me and proceeded to take the order from the eager customer waiting in line right behind me, cash in hand. Relegated to the end of the line and visibly embarrassed, I was nonetheless even more determined to do it right this time.  Upon reaching the same owner, who was still preoccupied with the same griddle, but who was now flipping fragrant sesame buns through the air, I managed to whimper a barely decipherable, ""yi ge shao bing you tiao"".   ""shao bin you tiao!;!"" the manager brusquely shouted to his daughter who was handling the money at the counter behind him. It was then, while taking that first bite into that steaming, crunchy, pile of oily goodness, that I had an epiphany.   Even though the owner of that breakfast shop is still clearly some sort of bigoted racist for not taking my order in English, I really do get my food faster by ordering in Chinese.",real
44406,"We came in on a Saturday afternoon. I got a great tequila cocktail ($12, I think), and we ordered guac which was pretty good. Service was super friendly and fast, and the place has a really cool vibe. I'd definitely go back at night to check out the night crowd. It's a small place, I'm sure it gets really crowded. My friend and I ended up sharing a table with another group of 3, but it quickly reached a point where people just had to stand. I think bigger groups might have a hard time squeezing into a corner.",real
21293,"LOVE THIS PLACE. The garden seating is a must for dinner.  Candle lit, enclosed, nicely decorated.  This is a great, great date spot.  I would definitely come back with a group of friends too. The cured meat platter for two ($21) was VERY good and almost enough on its own for dinner for two.   It is a good sized appetizer for 6 people even.  All of the meats were extremely light, cut very thinly, and  sensational tasting.   Uva is undoubtedly my favorite Italian restaurant on the upper east side.",real
15973,"Personally, I've had better pancakes, I've had better service, I've had better. Just an FYI: the 2 tablespoons of maple butter syrup you get? NOT ENOUGH. Ask for more and they'll gladly give you 2 more tablespoons, but won't tell you they are charging you $2 for every extra request. And for the price/wait ratio? I'll go back to Balthazar, with better everything. Sorry to say, as a resident of the nabe, this one is only for the tourists...",fake
20116,"I recently traveled to Philly to explore the historic sites and had the opportunity to sample cheese steak sandwiches at a couple of establishments. At Sonny's, I ordered a cheese steak with cheese whiz and onions.  Full flavored, doughy rolls, and clean, crisp onions.  Not at all greasy, and the meat tasted like beef.  Yummy beef.  It was the clear winner in my taste-test.  I will be returning with my folks and we will continue the exploration. Why not four stars?  The two vegetarians in our group were disappointed that there were no all-veggie options.",real
33880,"It seems ridiculous to review this restaurant because it is perfect. I resist coming here because there are many South Philly venues worth my attention and cash. But I rapidly became a regular because the food is so great, the drinks so inviting, the service is impeccable, and the outdoor patio is an oasis from the concrete city. I keep coming back and am happy every time I did.",real
13175,"You know when you do not want to go far, you're in a tracksuit and you just want to eat and chat with 2 friends and maybe hear some jazzy sounds? well the ear inn is your place! ohh ohh ohh I could never belong to you (repeat 2 times)",fake
42983,"I stopped in here for my birthday dessert on a Tuesday night.  We sat at the bar, which was fun because we got to see the people making the sundaes. My date ordered the salty caramel hot chocolate and I got some sort of ridiculous peanut butter sundae.  Both were super amazing and I was sad when it was over.  Mine came with chocolate and peanut butter dipping sauces that were so perfect...it was dangerous. I will definitely be back when I'm craving a fancy sweet fix!",real
46210,The best high-end italian restaurant in Caldwell. The flourless chocolate cake is to die for...omg!,real
42377,"This place is awesome! I love that there's a restaurant where I don't have to worry about what I'm eating. Everything is natural/organic and the best part is, it's all low-carb and paleo friendly :) I had the rotisserie chicken in coconut sugar brine and the roasted broccoli -- delicious! I followed that with a chai latte which was to die for! I never thought I would like one better than Starbucks' but this one was bomb. Definitely check this place out, it's worth the slightly high price (2 meals came to around $25). I'll be back for sure :)",real
44246,Great food. The real deal ! Nice people that work here. We have been here several times over the years and keep coming back. Always good!,real
14929,"First off, the food was delicious and drinks were tasty.  However, the service was far from top notch. After waiting a while for brunch, which was expected, we were seating and waiting for service. After waiting 10 or 15 minutes and watching the staff walk by and flirt, we then were approached by our server, Gabby, who had walked by at least a half dozen times prior. Not once did she say hello, thank you, or have a nice day. In fact, she practically tossed our credit cards and receipt at us after checking out. I'm sorry we aren't as cool and hip like you, but I'm sure courtesy is the minimum requirement in your line of business. Good thing I've worked in hospitality to know you live on your tips and wouldn't put another server out like that. All said, food was amazing. Just prepare for crappy service.",real
44880,Nice restaurant that serves local organic food. Everything is fresh. Small quantity with high quality of food.  We really enjoyed our food and the waiter was attentive and knowledgeable . I only wish the portion can be bigger considering how much is charged.,real
33348,"Yelp reviews of Burlington restaurants are a bit confounding to me, and overinflated in terms of stars awarded generally. This place, however, currently at 3.5 at the time of my review is too low - this place is one of the best places to eat in Burlington. My wife and I arrived on a Wednesday for lunch and the place was empty but quickly filled up. We sat at the bar and were greeted by an extremely friendly and knowledgeable bartender. He expertly crafted a couple of awesome cocktails, I enjoyed a sazerac, and my wife some delicious-but-not-too-fruity grapefruit-based drink. Food was excellent. We shared some chicken liver pate, oysters, a burger and a salad. Everything was very tasty and flavorful. Do yourself a favor and avoid the mobs at Sweetwater's and American Flatbread and walk off the beaten path - this place is a great little nearly-hidden gem. If it was on Church Street, I guarantee it would be packed every single day.",real
34414,"Amazing! The food and specialty drinks were delicious. The waitstaff was friendly, attentive and good at suggesting dishes. Our party of 5 had the specialty cookie dough stuffed french toast that was a winner, more like dessert. 2 kids had the child portion of red velvet pancakes, although they didn't like them as much as I did (red velvet isn't sickening sweet & after they tasted the cookie dough dish they were sorry for not ordering those). I had the smoked salmon eggs Benedict with added cheese grits and the dish was too die for, the grilled bread as the base really made it wonderful, buttery & crunchy. We also sampled the salted caramel latte both hot & iced & the whipped cream they topped it with was delicious. We got there a little after 9am on a Saturday & were seated right away. For the 5 of us it was $100, kinda pricey but a nice treat and the portions were really filling, enough for all of us to have leftovers. The only down side was the fish store next door had the WORST smelling trash; I don't think anyone could've enjoyed sitting outside in that particular day.",real
1412,"Oh Geno's  I really liked how fast I got my food, but I have to say where's the beef? I came here with our of town guest we shared a Geno's and a Pats cheese steak.... and the winner was Pats. While I have to say the glimmering light of Geno's is tempting I would most definitely go to Pat's. Not to say they don't make a tasty Cheese Steak, I will definitely give it another try.",real
16067,long Wait but well worth it. Delicious food!,fake
34829,"This Yelp will happily ride the five-star wave till the very end. Midtown East workers and residents would be very happy to know that a real neighborhood gem is here to stay. For those who enjoy French cuisine, Chicken Provence is a true delight. The free range rotisserie chicken that has been getting so much good press is definitely worth trying. As someone who often enjoys side dishes as much as the entrees, I am glad to say that I had the opportunity to enjoy both. Those who are measured in how much they spend out of their wallet should be happy know that the free-range chicken served for $13.50 for lunch meal (includes two sides) comes from the same supplier for establishments you might have heard of: Boulud and Daniel. That is a pretty good yet affordable experience in my humble opinion. As a former resident and currently employed in the neighborhood, you are not going to find a better option in rotisserie for either lunch or dinner.",real
20330,"A rite of passage if you live on the UES.  The food is good, but the ambiance is definitely its biggest selling point.  Read: date night!",real
26404,"I took my parents here when they came to Philadelphia to visit me, and for people that claim not to like American food, they sure seemed to have enjoyed their choices! So did I! I've been a long-time dedicated fan of Sabrina's Cafe at Powelton. I was disappointed that my first time stopping this particular one couple months ago ended with disappointment when I was told the wait was 1 hour. If you want to skip my extended review, here's the only thing I want you to take away: a little secret - they don't take reservations, but they do take call ahead seating. TAKE FULL ADVANTAGE OF THIS! This allowed me to reduce my wait down to 5 minutes, and everything worked so smoothly without us needing to wait. Otherwise, expect to wait 45+ min! FOOD: 5/5 Alice Cooper's ""School's Out For Summer""  Breakfast Special: Quite the proper description for me, given that school's out for summer! I loved the banana bread french toast. To be honest, I spent most of my time picking for my parents, so I didn't really read the description of what I ordered other than its awesome name. The banana bread was quite the surprise. The sweetness of the bread and maple gravy definitely stood out among the savory and salty egg scramble, but it was the perfect balance. The portions were huge! G. Love's ""Rhyme for the Summertime"" Egg White Omelette: My mom is quite health conscious after discovering that her cholestrol level was a bit too high a couple years ago. I recommended this since it was all egg white. I'm personally all about the egg yolk, but this was well prepared. The omelette was so tender, and the marscapone cheese was a great addition! Sublime's ""Doin' Time (Summertime)"" Mexi Special: Hailing from Southern California, my dad absolutely loves anything that has a ""Mexi""-style attached to it, especially when it comes with avocado. The food itself was a bit too messy for my liking. Everything seemed to be a mountain piled on top of fried tortilla bread, so that was a bit difficult, and thus disappointing, to eat. The avocado tasted fresh, and rice was well seasoned. SERVICE: 5/5 As mentioned above, take full advantage of the call-ahead seating! I promise that you'll come in happier. The waiter we had was super friendly and helpful. She helped clarify all the questions I had, allowed me to have the rice to be served on the side (Dad doesn't like onions which was in the rice), and made sure the egg white omelette my mom had didn't get messed up because it was golden yellow on the outside. My only negative feedback wasn't from this one experience, but the time before. When I was told the wait was going to be 1+ hour, I was treated quite poorly and felt like I was being pushed out the door. I'm glad that wasn't the case this time. Overall, this place is my favorite brunch place in Philadelphia! If you're too full from the huge serving, take a nice stroll along the Parkway, and consider enjoying all the wonderful attractions around - Barne's Foundation, the Basilica, Rodin Museum, Philadelphia Art Museum, City Hall, Love Park and Schuylkill River!",real
18591,"Yum. A variety of brunch choices, all solid, makes it difficult to choose what you want. Often I will pick two breakfasts and eat 1/3 of each. Always packed no matter what time you get there. Awful writing about it as I haven't yet had breakfast and feel compelled to get my shoes on and walk down there.",real
42102,"Sweet Afton is the bar that dreams are made of. They have a very small menu but this is for good reason as all of your choices are unbelievable. The staff is awesome here, real cool folks. I had the brunch burger which was top of my list for anywhere and the fried pickles were amazing. The macaroni and cheese was the real deal but share it with a friend it's got some intense cheese action happening. I also got a ommegang witte cocktail which had gin witte beer, OJ and ginger. I could have drank a million of these and after I left here tipsy and full, I  think I might have. Can't wait to come back to NYC just to hit up Sweet Afton again!",real
9494,Ambiance is great. Food was poor at best. Service was just ok,real
12460,"Food and atmosphere was really good. The place was big enough for 15 friends and we had a 21st birthday dinner.  We got the chicken combo and we were all satisfied with that. For most of us, it was our first time there. So it would've been nice if the waiter actually helped us right away instead of sitting to the side for half an hour. I basically had to call over and ask the guy if he was our waiter.  Plus, he never asked us about how dinner was and the food (oh, and there was hair in my friend's rice). And $20 extra to serve cake? What a ripoff. Plus, we had strawberries in our cake which was gone after they cut it. What's a strawberry cake without the strawberry...? I would go with just a couple of friends, but not in a huge group after this experience.  I heard the one on Woodhaven Bl. had better service - I would rather go to that one if you're coming from LI.",real
25307,"1) This is NYC, I ain't walking that far from any subway to eat just so these mother fuckers can save money on rent 2) When i sat down the server asked me ""do you want to order everything you saw on the show?"", I'm like ""bitch what show?"" And most important, 3) Although the food was fine I don't recall ordering a sodomy! This junk was crazy overpriced (especially considering you're buying off-cuts like pork neck) Overall, I'd rather lick a homeless man's back in the lower east side before going back to this joint",real
5283,"note that this review is from a vegan perspective... went there several times and enjoyed it because they offered vegetarian/vegan options. however on our last visit neither of the staffers seemed to understand the concept. (i asked about the dipping sauces and was told that all the mayo-based sauces were vegan. um?) i ordered my dogs and ate them. i went back to get a soda refill and saw fish sauce on the counter. i asked them what they used it in. it went in one of the ingredients that had just been on one of my ""vegan"" dogs. fish sauce is not vegan! this leads me to believe that some of the dogs i had in the past may not have been as vegan as i thought either. i'm very disappointed. if you're going to cater to an audience, you should be familiar with that audience's needs.",real
29468,"Yippidedoodah! What can I say this place is simply amazing.  When here with my brother to celebrate his last night in NYC before he heads back to DC.  We decided to start off with cocktails...The Jaguar... It was probably the best cocktail I have had in NYC. Wow blew my mind ..hint of coffee bitters, chocolate and egg whites with a refreshing 12 yr whisky shaken not stirred.  WOW!.  GET IT! The menu has a potpourri of dishes...With the array of dishes... We went sure what to get.... Jaded by the intoxicating and flavorful Jaguar...We decide to get the 5 course tasters menu.   First Course: Fresh vegetable fondue served on a bucket full of ice.  This consisted of a huge platter of raw sliced vegetables served on a bed of ice alongside a fantastic dip over a candle.  Thinly sliced vegetables mixed with small roots of carrots beets and celery.  Pretty good light refreshing and creamy. Second Course: Thinly sliced raw beef on a stone plate.  I was not sure what to make of this int he beginning.  After all never had raw beef before.  It was pretty good but probably the weakest and least memorable part of the meal. Third Course: Crunchy Mushroom croquette with my favorite...uni.  Delish!.  Served in blue bowl with a wooden spoon, The aroma of mushroom combined with complex texture and aroma of the uni was fantastic.   Fourth Course: A pan roasted Branzini with farmer's organic vegetables on an iron skillet with  an assortment of veges finely covered in salt and pepper.  This was a wonderfully hearty and flavorful fish.  It was simmering and the vegetables and potatoes were toasty and yummy.  Felt like I was taken away somewhere in the pacific northwest out in the country side.... Very simple but elegant.  Wonderful! Firth Course Washugyu burger w/cheese/onions with a side of potato wedges. It was done medium rare the juices were flowing abundantly out the the meat. Wonderful! Way better than Shake Shack LOL!!! My lord it was good.   Finally Dessert: Dessert was a Sake Pana Cotta.  Interesting texture it was both light an refreshing We were super full before our dessert came out.  We were unsure if we would be able to finish.... Sweet light and supple. Overall, It was an awesome meal totally loved the ambiance and food.  Most importantly my brother was satisfied and we had a good time.  Thanks for a wonderful meal.",real
3795,Most amazing food left in nyc,fake
3247,Hottest steaks in the Illadelph!,real
34206,"I've been here twice and both times I have had a good time! The first time was on a weekend night and it was unbelievably packed. But somehow it was still easy to order drinks from the bar. And can I just say I am in love with their $4 special. A can of Tecate and a shot of tequila. Brilliant. The music is good and the crowd always seems to be having a great time. The bartenders are friendly and easy to grab their attention. This place just has a good/fun atmosphere. The second time I went here I decided to sit down and get dinner. It was on a saturday night and was packed so we sat at the bar and had a drink till a table came available. It was maybe a 30 minute wait which wasnt too bad. The chips and salsa are excellent and they give you a good amount. I had the spcial which was 3 enchiladas. I had cheese enchiladas and they were excellent. The portion was huge and you get a lot of beans and rice as well. Prices ae good here and the waiters were friendly also. I definitely need to come back and try their margaritas and get a pitcher of something to drink. I am not sure about parking since we cabbed it there, and I am told there is an outdoor patio during warm weather so im excited to check that out. For this being my first Mexican restaurant in Philly, I am pleasantly surprised!!! And like I mentioned, Tecate and a shot of tequila for $4. Awesome!",real
25373,"Local, late night/open 24 hours, quintessential diner.  I've only been here twice, but its kind of what you expect for a diner in New Haven.  Old school decor (but they do have large flat screen TV's on the wall) and somewhat sketchy drunk patrons getting their grub on.  Great for people watching...especially after 11pm!  Their food is very reasonable and pretty tasty for a greasy spoon, as another yelper called it.   They have a late night menu (2 pages) for the late night eaters.  I had a bacon and egg sandwich on a bagel with a side of corned beef hash.  The egg sandwich came on a choice of either a hard roll, english muffin or bagel.  The bagel was surprising thin, but very soft and had a nice consistency overall.  I had expected a thick, chewy bagel and it was not....but it was perfect for the base of my egg sandwich.  Hash was tasty...a little on the fatty side but  that's probably where most of the flavor came from.  No complaints for a less than $10 late night munchy.  My companion had a chicken souvlaki on pita bread that included a side of (crinkle cut) french fries.  She enjoyed it and it looked pretty yummy. Waitress was nice and food came out quick.",real
37899,"Great place!  I came with a big group for a birthday dinner and even though the place is small (we probably took up 1/3 of the entire restaurant), they were completely accommodating and didn't rush us at all.   Delicious drinks (try the caipirinha or the whiskey with coconut water), reasonably priced / tasty food and great music.  Make sure to try the pao de queijo. One of my new favorites!",real
31650,"german and chinese fusion?!?? Food is gross. bartenders are rude and dry f--cking eachother (male/ female) behind the bar, uncomfortable. Food came out fast but it tasted like some real novice cooking. luckily they cant mess up beer. I wont be here ever again, even if they had a $100 for $10 coupon for food. yuck. honestly, I wont be surprised when this place closes down and neither should you.",real
18576,"Priced around $8.00-$15.00. From all of the hype, I have heard that the pancakes are very impressive and of course the baked goods are carbs you can't resist",real
29802,"Went here on a date, after a recommendation from a friend. The hostess was a bit daff, but the rest of the staff  was on point. Leslie, the bartender/server was great, and very friendly. EVERYTHING we had was delicious and perfectly cooked.",real
23896,"This place was impeccable. Honestly above and beyond what i thought it would be. Lets start out with the wait staff. They were attentive and it felt like every waiter was your waiter and not just a single guy. My drink was always full and i had new cutlery and plates before i knew i needed them. I went with the rodizio lunch special (just around 30$ a person and worth it) Meats: Rating out of 5 Stars Flank steak (5) Prime Rib (4) Beef and Garlic (5) Chicken Sausage (4) Pork Suasage (4) Short Ribs (3) overcooked, dried out a bit Bacon wrapped filet mignon (5) Roast beed (4) a little overcooked for my liking Sirlion and Cheese (5) This was my favorite by far, actually unreal Chicken hearts (5) A few more that i can even remember. They usual had, for red meats, one piece more cooked and one less cooked. I like my meat to have a pulse (nice dark red almost purple center) so they had really everything i wanted. Along with that a plate of rice and fries came with it for the table. If you are looking to eat like a king for a good price. Stop here and dont look back.",real
39222,This restaurant is not bad.  It depends on the food you order..,fake
1195,Much better than Pat's!,fake
9963,"It was ok. The butter pasta looked like it had a whole stick of butter in it, but otherwise it was good. The beet and pomegranate punch was sour, but if you add some sugar, it's good. The avocado blt was really good. The cheese burger should get 3 stars, my brother told me. The mushroom omelet gets 4 stars, said my dad. The service was good, though. Great place to eat.",real
11348,"Old school classy place - even when you walk in wearing old tshirt and flip flops because you are tired of shopping all day and starving, waiters still treat you like a royalty. Warm bread and butter to start with, country pâté that is delicious, and perfectly cooked sweetbreads. Niiiiice. Perfect for Sunday dinner.",real
23631,"Came here for friend's birthday. The mojitos and sangrias were great. I ordered the red snapper with rice and plantain and it was good. My bf had the braised oxtail with rice. His food was ok. We had better oxtail elsewhere. Anyways, the atmosphere was great and we all had a great time. Even though the waiter had a bit of an attitude and some of our food came about 20 minutes later than everyone else's, I would still come back.",real
39892,Great cheap Caribbean food!,real
33049,A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!! went for the sunday tasting menu and that's all i needed to say this place is yum!! perfect portions to give you a good sample and reasonably priced.  Make sure to call in advance as this place is as tiny as mouse hole! BYOBs like this are my favorite. Can't wait to go back for the real thing.,real
23303,Great food. The one problem: the music is WAY TOO LOUD.,real
12171,"The food here is as phenomenal as ever. I took my family here for dinner not knowing that this location is significantly trendier than their others. The space is HUGE and the inside is extremely loud. Had I known this, I would have requested an outdoor table. Here's what we ordered $16 Chicken $26 Lomo Saltado $20 Camarones Cuzco (8 pieces of shrimp. Questionable worth.) $4 Tostones $4 Maduros $4 Yuca $4 beans $8 Avocado salad The roast chicken with the green sauce is a must. My family loved the lomo saltado so much that we ordered a second one after we gobbled up the first. It's a bit pricier, but the steak strips are tender and perfectly seasoned. The yuca wasn't as crispy as I would have liked. In hindsight I would have ordered some fried rice to round out the meal. Nice place, better to go with a date or a group of friends. Not a great place to talk due to the volume.",real
29158,"Very nice, great food. We were there for Bloomfield Restaurant Week and had the limited prix fixe menu. I had escargot to start, with the bavette for dinner. Delicious, perfectly prepared. The escargot had a great garlic flavor, and the bavette (steak) was rare, tender and juicy. I ordered rare, I received rare. I like that! My husband had the mushroom tart and the salmon. He was extremely impressed with both. Dessert was Crepes Suzette for him, almond Creme brulee for me. I wasn't aware that this was byob or I would have brought an appropriate wine. Everything was delicious and we are looking forward to a return visit. My only minor quibble was that the server, while gracious and attentive, needed more training on the food ingredients. I am not sure if it was a language barrier or if she truly didn't know, but not only could she not answer my question, but I had to explain the menu to the three ladies seated next to me when she couldn't answer their questions.",real
9405,"Went in on a wednesday evening after noticing it was pretty quiet, no sign of the wait that was mentioned in previous reviews. We went against the waitresses reccomendation that we order 2 or 3 small plates and one large plate for 2 people and went with 1 and 1.We had the supposedly spicy chickpeas which wernt very spicy, the sizzling sisig and the the crispy pata. For a place thats called pig and rice in thai, you would presume the not so large ""large plates"" for $26 would come with a side of rice but no, thatll cost you $3. The dishes themselves tasted pretty good and a big plus goes to the sour liver dipping sauce( as disgusting as that sounds) that comes with the crispy pata. One thing im not very fond of is the literal 3 inch space between every table. I like my personal space and really prefer not hearing about the 2 guys next to me talking about there failed endeavors in the online dating world and there exchange on sites which were offering free 6 month promotions. I do wish the one gentleman luck on his date next friday though.",real
31949,"So, this place is awesome. I went on Friday night for the first time and was amazed at how big the back yard was. My BF and I tried 2 hot dogs...I was definitely a bit drunk so I couldn't tell you the exact name of either, but one was a ripper and the other had pineapple relish on it and holy sh*t, they were both really, really good. Beer selection is awesome - they have Ommegang Hennepin on tap, one of my faves, as well as many other great beers. It was packed, but service was still quick. Also - relatively cheap, especially considering the beer selection/what you would pay in the City. The only downside is that you can't smoke in the backyard, but I get it, I get it. Doesn't really matter in the end. This place is great, and it's really nice to have a bar like this in Bay Ridge.",real
7960,Been here a few times and was never disappointed. the baby lamb chops with eggplants is really good as well as the ribs. I love the atmosphere as well especially the clay pot ceiling. Great food and decor. Service is wonderful too!,real
29477,the food and the service: both excellent. truly felt like I was in Japan having dinner. What I love about this place besides the food and service is the relaxed atmosphere and cozy seating. This become easily one of my favorite Japanese restaurant in downtown.,real
1373,"Between the two competitors I chose pats because Genos had grizzly meat with a lot of straight fat, pats meat was very juicy and most of the fast was trimmed off. Also the comparison of bread pats had soft bread while geno's was crusty. Similar in price, andI also liked geno's service a little better. Never the less it's a good food spot to try for tourists.",real
19995,"Each time we go up to Philly for the day we try a different place for steak sandwiches.  So far, this is our favorite.  Of course, you have the perfect bread, that's expected in Philly, but Sonny's also has the best meat.  No gristle. Just tasty goodness. And, it's walking distance from the tourist areas so that's a plus.  Prices are about $9 for a sandwich that's big enough for two or one very hungry person.  They also have really great fries, thin but not too thin.   Can't wait to go back!",real
25905,"Staff at jadis were great, but food, not so much. Wine selection is good. We came here with about 15 girls for a bachelorette party and had the back area. There should be two plates of each appetizers but they came out one at a time and alternated. Cheese came then some small stuff came then cheese came again. Took forever and felt like we had to keep reliving our mistakes over and over again. might possibly come here with a tiny group for wine. i am torn. i want to give this place 2.75 stars.",real
44273,We wanted an old fashioned Italian meal.  This was great. Grandson of the founder joe served us and he couldn't have been better.  I had the spaghetti in white clam sauce. They took the clams out of the shell for me.  All the taste but none of the work!!  My husband had the veal rollatini.  Very tasty. Don't add salt.  Had it with Marsala sauce.   Nephew had the meatballs and he raved. I am a Caesar salad snob and this was one of the best.  Tasted the anchovy but not overpowering.    Awesome fun time.,real
26167,"Local favorite, assumed by the giant line of guests waiting to be seated. Cute atmosphere. Exceptional waitstaff. Great menu selection. The food came out perfect, as ordered, quickly, and delicious! I will make a point to come back to Philadelphia just to eat here!",fake
37319,"Don't waste your time on this one. I had a reservation, but had to wait for 20 minutes even tough they had two empty tables. Dirty table cloths and a very rude staff. Small room, big crap.",fake
18131,"I knew this place would be great because there was a huge crowd outside the place. Fortunately I was there by myself so I skipped the 2-hour wait time. I ordered the cheese grits and the banana walnut pancakes. The cheese grits were okay, but the pancakes were delicious. There was an overload of bananas and walnuts inside and out and the syrup was divine. I also had a cup of hot chocolate with home-made whip cream, which was amazing! My only complain is the price. The pancakes alone were $14!, the hot chocolate $4 and the cheese grits $5. I mean they're just pancakes and I am a poor college student...I guess I will only go on a very very special occasion, such as Valentine's Day! Note: yes I went out to eat all by myself on Valentine's Day and it was awesome!",real
23745,"Since my review, I have returned for lunch and dinner several times and the food is consistently prepared well.  Honestly, it is so hard to even rate one plate over the other as a favorite. Everything is so good at Titanic!!  For appetizer, I appreciate the shrimp in garlic. The shrimp is very fresh and does not have that fishy farm raised flavor like some other places. I have tried everything from stuffed shrimp, pork tenderloin with shrimp, sirloin steak, steak on a stone, broiled red snapper, cod fish, and surf and turf.  Each dish was excellently prepared in it's own way. If I would have to choose a favorite, I would choose the pork dishes because they remind me of a home cooked Portuguese meal.  Please keep doing what you are doing Titanic, and we will keep coming back for more!!",real
47524,"I knew we were in for a treat when I called on a Tuesday for a Friday reservation and they said they only had one table left! Well, we loved that table- near the open kitchen- it was a lot of fun to see the chefs doing 50 things at once and turning out dish after delicious dish. For the appetizer, I had the special: grilled veggies with ricotta salata. It was incredible... I'm new to the ricotta salata scene and grateful to finally be clued in! My fiance had the funghi al forno (a regular dish), also delicious. When we ordered our entrees, my fiance mentioned that he was torn between two pastas: the veal tortellini special and the orechiette with duck. The waiter suggested that he order a half-portion of each- and seemed happy to do this for us! Yay for excellent service. He liked them both. The pappardelle I had was really interesting- lots of different flavors, and I especially loved the texture of the pasta. Best pappardelle I've had in the city! At this point in the meal, our experience went from 5-star to 4-star. Dessert came out quickly, but it was not as stellar as our previous dishes. Additionally, it took FOOOOOOREVER for them to bring our check (even though the service had been stellar up until this point). We were full, and had had a bunch of wine, and just wanted to get home and into our jammies, and so having to flag down a waiter for our check (when we had clearly been done with our dessert, coffee, and wine for quite some time) put a damper on the experience. But we'll be back. The food was awesome and the service mostly flawless. This is a great date place (as we experienced) but would also be fun with friends. And I will take advantage of any opportunity to have that amazing pappardelle again.",real
41714,Sweet Afton Burger and Mac & Cheese. I am ecstatic that their idea of Medium Rare matches mine. I am also over my head in love with the Gruyere in the Mac & Cheese. I can't even reasonably explain how delicious this meal was. Go here. Get the Sweet Afton Burger and Mac & Cheese. Enjoy. Die happy.,real
10987,"I normally get pho when trying out a new Vietnamese restaurant, but at Pho 68 I surprised myself by ordering Bun Bo Hue soup instead. Was comforting to find that it was very pho-like: rice vermicelli noodles, spicy chili broth, rare beef, onion, scallions, cabbage, bean sprouts, basil, and lime. Flavor was very good, but I was not a fan of the thin white deli meat slices (pork?) floating atop my soup. The rubbery texture brought back memories of a bad experience with bologna as a child. The iced Ca Phe Sua Da (iced coffee with condensed milk) is tasty and comes in a tall skinny glass, but be aware that it comes with so much ice that you're barely getting any coffee at all. I almost had a heart attack when I saw several types of Banh Mi sandwiches listed on the menu! I bought a Beef Banh Mi to go. The bread was like a soft sub roll. The beef was seasoned perfectly. Veggies weren't the perfect blend of pickled/sour/crunchy that is so hard to come by. BUT no matter: I will be back for more Banh Mi! So glad to have found a new place to satisfy my craving.",real
23724,Love this place and the cute Italian guys who run it. Their sandwiches are delicious and they even have wine now!,real
16014,nom,fake
31453,"This small restaurant is adjacent to a cheese cellar that keeps approximately 100 cheeses (including Delice de Bourgogne - one of my absolute favorites), spreads, crackers and other such items.  As such, I was expecting the menu to be cheese-heavy.  It wasn't.  The night I was there the specials included sausages, an ""on the bone"" lamb selection, a lobster salad served with gazpacho, and a melon and nectarine soup.  Outdoors at Caseus is a nice patio while the indoor seating area sports brick walls and lots of dark wood decorated primarily with books on food and cooking, although there is the occasional picture.  The staff is young, hip, and tattooed, but that does not mean they are pretentious or inattentive.  On the contrary, I was at the bar and my bartender/server did an excellent job of keeping me happy, without being intrusive.  Other couples at the bar enjoying the cheese platters were treated to a brief introduction to the cheeses but it wasn't overbearing or preachy, and I enjoyed eavesdropping on the lesson. Although there is only a single beer on tap, the selection of bottled beer is impressive.  I had Trois Pistoles, a delicious dark Belgian ale.  There is an extensive wine list.  The food was mixed - a tart du jour with a puff pastry crust and a cheese filling that included chevre and tomatoes was merely okay.  The crust was light and crisp, but the filling only occasionally had the lovely tart taste of the chevre and the tomatoes were MIA. The greens that it came with were fresh and the dressing was fine.  The stand-outs were the frites - perfect and crisp with a sprinkling of salt and pepper and served with a lemony homemade mayonnaise.  Truly great.  Dessert was also wonderful.  I passed over the pot de creme au chocolat and instead had cookies and milk - giant, warm, soft maple snickerdoodles with cold milk.  Comfort food at its best. The restaurant was busy on Saturday night - I'd recommend reservations otherwise you may wait.",real
45229,"It only took me 7 years to return to Cookshop, but it was worth it!  I met my mentor here for lunch and simply loved the sunny and relaxed atmosphere.  My Sullivan County Brook Trout Fillet was moist and flaky, as well as skillfully kissed with the perfect hint of salt.  It was served over a cool salad of crisp, plump sugar snap peas and ripe tomatoes.  Mint sprigs and an onion-infused charred sweet corn relish were added on top of the fillet to really bring out the bright seasonal flavors of this light fish.  It was the perfect portion for lunch, and I left completely satisfied.",real
10823,"East Passyunk, you've come a long way in the eight or so years that I strolled around your storefronts. Wedged between two fairly impoverished areas, this corner of South Philly still has a great old school Italo-greaser vibe, best evidenced in the sign for the soon-to-be-defunct King of Jeans down the street.  But the bourgeois bohemians leave nothing in their wake, so the Italian mom-and-pops that don't close will simply adapt with the times and start going upscale (and probably make a killing for the people who came to the nabe seeking something authentic, all the while squelching it through the higher rental rates that they command). Enough of that though.  Black N Brew is about as typical for this neighborhood as you get.  Chalkboard menu on three walls that's hard to follow but has lots of great options which are only really creative if you've never visited one of Black N Brew's doppelgangers in other East Coast Cities.  Just because it's not unique doesn't make it bad--my burrito was decent enough.  The iced tea, which was awful enough to make my friend and I question if the leaves had spoiled, was promptly replaced by the good stuff...but it does make me wonder since we got there late in the morning.  Did no one else notice, or did they think a conventional iced tea is supposed to taste that way? You go to a place like this for the ambiance, which, in a transitional neighborhood like East Passyunk, makes for great people watching for the patrons of the restaurant, or in the outdoor deuces for dog-walkers, bike messengers, eternal grad students, yuppies with baby strollers (and their sights on the suburbs), and yes, even the occasional aging Guido.",real
41866,"I love Sweet Afton! This has become a go-to happy hour/ dinner place for my friend and I. I settled in with one of their Sweet Teas which tasted fabulous - tea infused vodka, ginger and honey, lemon and a mint leaf. Perfect, but it is my own personal taste to have less ginger and more honey, but what do I know? I came in here on Thursday for a much needed regrouping session with my friend. Gosh, the fried pickles there are so amazing and not to be missed. They get the pickles local from McClure's. And finally, to make myself feel whole again / eat my feelings. I had their mac n' cheese. It was hands down the richest man n' cheese I've ever had. Guerye, chedder and layered with melted muenster. Straight up decadent, and practically mandatory to have a drink with. Sweet Afton settles your soul without being too intense. I absolutely loved the friendliness of the bartenders, their promise to stay local, and the best playlist I've ever heard. The atmosphere is perfect for after-work drinks, dates or playing catch-up.",real
25252,"I really do not understand the hype. I was hesitant to come here even though I live only a block away because many of my friends around this area are not complimentary about this place. However, when I read the reviews, it sounded like it might be o.k. so I gave it a shot. We went around 5 p.m. and there was no line. When we walked in the hostess was screaming out loud at a waiter about something personal before seating us. We got seated and received soapy water to drink. When I pointed this out and asked for another (soapy and filmy), they took it away, got a bit of attitude and never bought water back. I had to ask again. Eventually, we received the same soapy water in the same cup, at least for mine (It had a block scrap on the bottom in a funny shape). Apparently, they just put the bad water along with the rest and redistributed back to us. I found this funny. Decided to give my kids their sippies and the adults to do without water altogether. Now to the food... We ordered the ribs, the wings and a fish dish. They were all just o.k. at best. You had to pay for rice separately (we did) and the fare is nothing remotely interesting or unique. It sounds much better on the menu. The ribs and wings can be found in a chinese restaurant which confused me, isn't this thai food. The fish was the best out of all the dishes because it was at least interesting but relatively bland compared to authentic northern thai. I have eaten amazing Thai food before. This is not that. The food came quickly and they hustled us out to make room for more patrons as soon as possible. I can forgive bad service for amazing food (I almost prefer those restaurants) and I can forgive amazing service for decent food but I cannot forgive bad service for mediocre food (above average prices at that). I will never come back but at least I tried it.",real
29906,"I have been there twice already and both times I had a great experience. I'm a vegeterian therefore of course not always I find choices for myself. Here that wasn't a problem. Many very tasty choices :) The staff was very attentive and nice. My most favorite part about this place is their outdoor seating. Not ,any places in Phily with such cool ""backyard"".",real
39376,Disappointing. Duck was overlooked and dry. Very salty dishes. Steak frites sent back due to temperature. Very small space Do not order blueberry dessert. No flavor.,real
5665,Good bar. Better than average food,real
13512,"My wife and I love this place. The staff is great and we always get a warm welcome. We were all on a first name basis after our second visit. Norma does a fantastic job with breakfast and her omelets are some of the best I've had anywhere. Only had lunch a couple of times, but have been really impressed. Coffee and espresso are excellent as well.",real
2921,Got the Whiz Wit. I like the bread and onions at Pat's better. I also like the chopped steak at Pat's better. The guy who took our orders seemed like he was really sick of dealing with tourists.,real
4445,"I am blessed to live right around the corner from Tom's. Super friendly and attentive staff, delicious food, and very reasonable prices. Try the western omelet with grits and wheat toast. I'm from North Carolina, and the omelet and grits at Tom's are some of the best I've found anywhere. Also, a tip: Try the bran muffin. Get it toasted. Grape jelly. Delicious. Finally: Tom's is now open for dinner on weekends! I think they stay open until 9PM on Saturday and Sunday.",real
35911,"We ate at Blue for the first time last night and we were not disappointed.  We dined with four of our friends, all of whom had eaten there before.  We ordered a bunch of apps for the table.  The asian wings were definitely my favorite.  For an entree, I had the lamb shank, which was fall-off-the-bone amazing.  It came with a side of cheese risotto, also cooked perfectly.  The drinks were great as well- after a few glasses of white sangria, I was feeling good.  Please note- they do not offer carafes or pitchers of sangria, even if everyone at the table is ordering it.  The wait staff was attentive, which was a feat considering how crowded the restaurant was.  Thumbs up all around.",real
11056,"I found it funny that this place was in the middle of a suburban neighborhood. It was your standard pizza joint. Very bare bones place, didn't seem to be air conditioning. Clientele is suburban Italian, and proprietor is too. The slice didn't taste very different from the dozens of other standard places in Central Jersey. White flour crust, pizza sauce, industrial cheese, gas-fired oven. I liked the Grandma's slice a little better. Thinner crust, marinara sauce instead of the industrial pizza sauce.",real
22471,"I made plans with a group of  females friends to meet for a BYOB dinner. Three of us arrived at 7:05 pm. We put our names down for a group of 8 and went to the back room to wait.  Upon learning that our friends were running an hour late we asked to be seated at a table for three or four ( one friend was very close).   Long story short, the  owner/ host was inconsiderate,  inflexible  and accused us of trying to work the system to tie up his tables until the larger group came.  We were flabbergasted by his rudeness, , yelling at his staff, and unwillingness to seat us in a different group (4 top vs. group of 8). He was unfriendly, yelled and screamed at us and was completely uncalled for. I can honestly say it was completely uncalled for behavior, like a lunatic. We were asking to change our party size  - politely - and he basically went cuckoo on us. He proceeded to call the police and no less than 5 Montclair police showed up in 3 police cars as he reported the incident as a fight. In all honestly, in my 25 years dining out since working full-time ( i am 46 yrs old) I have never met a more inflexible, hot-headed un-service - oriented  restaurateur. I would strongly advise against patronizing this restaurant. It's worth noting that while myself and my two forty-something suburban Moms waited outside for our friends, two other groups were also asked told ave the restaurant for changing their plans.  I have never been asked to leave a restaurant tonight .",fake
22756,"Primero que todo, debo decir que la comida esta espectacular, especialmente la ropa vieja, el churrasco, la vaca frita, las masitas... y los precios, ni se diga.  If you are looking for delicious cuban food, this is the place to go!",fake
31283,"This is among my favorite places in New Haven - SO good! And it's also reasonably priced for how delicious it is. The beet salad with guanciale is ridiculously delicious. And obviously everything with cheese. Their patio is perfect when it's nice out. It can get really crowded, so unless you have a reservation you can't really count on getting a table without a substantial wait. But sipping some rose on a bench outside while you wait ain't so bad.",real
10288,"I respect White Dog for what it stands for. But the food, frankly, overrated. The space, too crowded. The service, not so great.",real
35847,"This review is for the banquet hall and services. Attended a wedding reception here. Extra points are added to this place specifically for working with the bride & groom and their guests when the outdoor ceremony was rained out. They mad accommodations for the ceremony to be held in the hall (though the license was for a different town, so they did indeed get married, alone, in the rain at the park. Kind of romantic, if you ask me.) But that doesn't make up for the terrible food and lackluster wait staff at this venue. Strangely located inside a children's arcade and fun center, though I suppose that could be ideal if you'd like to get your kids out of your hair while you're celebrating. Also attached to a full service (real) bar, which was at points a welcome respite. I do have to say if I were to have a wedding reception there, I'd totally want to include laser tag!",real
39159,"Took out from here and grabbed a few things to check this place out.  Small, clean place with friendly service.  Took out the regular meatballs and the vegetable meatballs. I liked them both and thought the vegetable meatballs were really different with broccoli and cauliflower as primary ingredients.  We also had some spinach and beans. This was sauteed with garlic and made fresh right in front of us. Nice touch.   Prices are a tad high for the portion size but quality was very good so no complaints. Nice concept with good potential.",real
16472,Amazing food. I ordered Huevos Ransheros ... Normally you get unlucky in NYC ordering something like that. But it was delicious...then the blueberry pancakes was a great finale for the experience. This place is a 5 star.,real
20392,"Since my husband and daughter quietly suffered through another one of my ""home cooked"" meals (Barilla pasta and sauce), I decided to seek out some decent Italian food today as a reward for their not complaining. I've had Uva bookmarked for a while and decided to finally check it out. Ambiance: As my 9-year-old pointed out, the décor reminded us both of a German restaurant. It was all very Oktoberfest-feeling, which was odd. But overall the restaurant is clean and had a lively ambiance. No complaints here. Service: Our server was friendly and fast, our food came out quickly. Prices: Reasonable for NYC. But paying $18 for penne pasta anywhere else is fairly ludicrous in my opinion. Food: --The Italian omelet was tasty. I wasn't a huge fan of the accompanying potatoes (a bit greasy). --My daughter really liked her penne. --My husband enjoyed his pasta with eggplant (sorry I don't know the exact name). --The complimentary bread was nothing special but was great for eating up the delicious remnants of pasta sauce. Overall: Uva was a nice experience but I don't think this restaurant was as extraordinary as other Yelpers led me to believe. Not sure if we'll return as it was a trek from our neighborhood, but if we do I'll be sure to update this review.",real
23840,"I really enjoy David Alan's. There are so many options to choose from: sandwiches, wraps, salads, and a bunch of premade food options such as pasta salad or chicken parm. The inside has a cool vibe and there are a bunch of seats in the back. I love the turkey wrap with havarti and honey mustard. The food is a bit pricey but always tastes fresh. It is one of the best deli's arround.",real
8658,"This place is so wonderful.  The space is unique and cozy, drinks are great, and the food is like nothing else in the area, or really anywhere.  I took my out-of-town foodie relatives for dinner over a year ago and they are STILL raving about (and remembering) each course.  The cool thing about the Pines is that It rivals any fancy tasting menu while still remaining approachable and relaxed.  The combination of textures and flavors is always surprising, but as soon as you taste it... it makes so much sense.  Oh, and if there's pasta on the menu, GET IT.",real
28651,"Every course of the meal was such a fun and interesting experience. From the soba tea, to silky tofu, ending with the warm japanese curry noodle - I loved every bite and taste. There are so many ingredients and permutations possible, that you can absolutely customize your meal and have fun doing so. And it was all for a steal as well. The Kenmare location gets quite busy. The dipping noodle is next on my list to try.",real
15256,"Three words: Kale. and. eggs. And if it doesn't excite you at this East Village neighborhood restaurant then I don't know what will. I had been planning to go to Northern Spy for quite a few weeks and I had been eye-ing the kale dish on the menu. (Hint: As someone who has special dietary needs and preferences, I always check out a restaurant menu before I go. My other half, not so much- he likes to be surprised.) So when my friend told me she had eaten there last Saturday, I practically jumped out of my seat and asked her if she had ordered the kale and eggs as if everyone eats kale like it's going out of style. Okay, maybe not, but they should! On the day we went the kale seemed to be flying out of the kitchen and so was the biscuits and gravy. The food at Northern Spy is down home comfort food with a seasonal flair and the menu is built around locally grown, caught and procured ingredients so it seems fitting that the restaurant is named after, you got it, New York State's apple, the Northern Spy. And guess what folks? No OJ available, just fresh-pressed apple juice. The interior is rustic and built out with lots of reclaimed wood. Read more: bit.ly/xdNnOw",real
9438,"All the old photos of Princeton alumni are pretty cool. Saw FLOTUS, a few Supreme Court Justices, and more. Very neat. Beer selection isn't bad.",real
11374,"This is a great place if you have a party of 5 or more - the food is delicious, the service is accommodating and the atmosphere is lively. We shared the fried oysters and the bone marrow. The fried oysters are served on the half shell on top of a small pile of spinach, which was delicious. We also got: Fried chicken - very flavorful crust, nice and moist meat Steak tartare Sweet and sour catfish - I was not expecting to enjoy this but it is definitely a great ""lighter"" option on the menu, and the glaze is addictive The reason this is getting a 3 star from me this time around is the clam stew for 2. While it is delicious (like a clam chowder), it is also dangerous. I think I broke a tooth with all the bits of shell laced throughout the stew. The dining room is pretty dark and the stew is opaque, so its difficult to tell. Order it at your own risk!",real
49752,"Had brunch here this morning with a group of fellow book readers. We meet once a month to have brunch and discuss our read for the month. In 8 months, this is my favorite place we've been so far.   Brunch was delicious...I am a big fan of eggs Benedict and they offer 3 varieties, I had the Norwegian; smoked salmon with spinach. The included salad was also delicious.  The reasonable price included a cocktail; several of us had the Guava Frizzante, prosecco with fresh guava puree....mmmm, it was so tasty! The French toast my friend had looked AMAzing. Big and puffy and light, round, with a dollop of strained yogurt and a pile of berries. I have had brunch each Sunday for the past several weeks, at really great places...but this one I would come back to regularly. The quality, along with the price is fantastic.",real
23902,"You cant go wrong with anything you order. We will eat here at least once a month! The sangria was amazing red or white you can't go wrong. Portion size is very generous, and the service is always good.",real
10913,"I went in there for a quick bite to eat and decided to order the gnocchi with tomato sauce. I can honestly say that this gnocchi was better then most Italian restaurants I've been to. It was cooked perfectly and I ordered the lunch portion but got a generous serving. The price was also less than $10, which made it that much better. My boyfriend got the gyro which he loved, but complained that they were a little cheap on the French fries that came with it.",real
34114,"I must say, since my original review, the waitstaff seems a LOT friendlier and more welcoming. Still ""hipster needs a bath,"" but much friendlier. Nothing else much has changed, including the insane wait times, so almost all of my prior review still stands. I just had to give credit where credit is due, and Cantina staff definitely deserves it.",real
27702,"Nice spot, I can see why it is so popular. But holy SALT. And let me assure you, I love salt, like eat half jars of pickles at home while making dinner LOVE salt. But their food was over-seasoned. That being said, I loved the decor, the staff was very nice, and the service was effortless. No attitude! We waiting exactly 45 minutes, as we were told by the hostess we would. She took our cell number so we could wander down the street for a cocktail. Our waitress was helpful with the menu, suggesting that if we shared a few starters and snacks that probably one entree would be enough for my friend and I. It's so refreshing to have a waitress who is honest and not trying to up-sell the entire bill! We shared a bottle of Gruet, a nice minerally sparkling wine that goes with pretty much anything. We had the pickles which were awesome (and appropriately salty), the BBQ'd oysters, which were succulent, smoky, and beautifully presented. The mustard greens salad had radish, pickled sunchoke, and dried pear (I think) and was lightly dressed. Then came our entrees- the famous chicken and the hake. Now the chicken was mouth numbingly salty. I felt like my tongue was shriveling. Had it been incredibly juicy and succulent, I would have been more understanding about the saltiness, but I think this order was slightly over cooked. It was a shade darker than I would have preferred, and tasted accordingly. The battered coating was hard and the interior was barely clinging to its last drop of moisture. The hake was a let-down as well, the sweet mild fish was bread-crumbed to death, reminiscent of a filet o fish. The vinegary beans served with it were also a bit too sour and salty for the dish. It wasn't up to par with the rest of the meal, even the salty chicken. I will definitely go back, as there were more pros than cons, but I'd probably order heavy on the apps and maybe skip the mains all-together. I would also only go here with a party of 2 maximum, as there are very few larger tables and a tiny dining room.",real
13503,"The first time I tried Plum I left satisfied. The breakfast was good enough and the place was quaint and in a good location of Montclair. However, I have yet to have that same experience since. I would say I have been there another 3 times and have been disappointed each time. I will begin with my last experience there. I walked in around 11 AM for a late breakfast. Plum closes around 2, so they are always serving breakfast along with brunch. The waitress notified me behind her heavy accent that there was only enough home fries for one more plate. One plate? How do you run out of potatoes? Or better yet, how do you justify opening your breakfast joint without enough home fries to serve. Instead of home fries, I was offered ""salad"" on the side. I asked her if I would get a fruit salad instead, but this would have been extra. The other person I was with told me to just take the home fries and they would have the salad. At this point I was pretty annoyed, but willing to stick around for my breakfast. The wait for the food was a good 15-20 minutes but not out of the ordinary. I saw the waitress coming down the isle with our plates and saw salad on both of the dishes. The waitress who originally took our order looked at the plates and made a comment to the woman serving that was ""I thought you said we had enough home fries for one more plate"", the server said ""I never said that."" Okay....so we were both eating salad. I was angry that I stayed under false pretenses and could have gone elsewhere for a complete breakfast. A good solution to this would have been to simply send one of the waitresses out to grab a bag of potatoes. If I were a restaurant owner, I would have done this immediately after finding out we were running out of a crucial staple to any breakfast. A previous incident resulted in a looooooooong wait of over 45 minutes for just some eggs. I was beyond frustrated and had a guest with me who clearly was not enjoying their first experience here. There was either some kind of poor management in the kitchen or a low staff. Regardless, the wait was unacceptable and I was restless by the time I had left. Overall, I am disappointed in Plum because they can't seem to manage their establishment correctly. The food just simply isn't spectacular enough to keep going back for, and there are much better places in the same area.",real
37537,"A serious favorite, my wife left her own review a couple months back. You'll definitely want a reservation if you're not going in the middle of the week (and don't get upset if you still have to wait a little bit, it's worth it). The space is small and it can be a little noisy, but this family run restaurant makes my favorite Italian food in all of NYC. The meatballs are huge and delicious, reserve some if dining late as they run out towards the mid/end of the evening.",real
46741,"I'll admit I was lured in with 1/2 price pizza deal on Tuesdays and wasn't really planning on venturing outside that comfort zone, but we were eating dinner with another couple and decided to order up a bunch of small dishes to share. We got the pork belly and the tomato conserva, which is kind of like a bruschetta. It was so sweet and delicious, I was reluctant to share it (especially since I was the one who ordered it last minute before the waitress walked away). And the pork belly - MY GOD! I have totally filthy, ridiculous, food-sex dreams about that pork belly. I just want it all the time now. The pizzas were great; wood-fired, nice crispy crust, great flavors. We got the quattro formaggi, the polpette (mint & meatball) and the speck & pineapple (with prosciutto). They set them out on these cool, big crushed tomato cans instead of those dinky little metal pizza stands like in other places. And their house white wine was a pinot grigio - my fav - so you can't go wrong there! (PS. 1/2 price wine bottles on Wednesdays, too) There are beautiful views of the Schuylkill from their patio bar, Fiume (Italian for river; see what they did there?). And it's not your typical South Philly red-sauce joint, so don't expect heavy pastas and the like (aka you can leave the stretchy pants home). There's also a bike lot, so you can refuel after your ride on Kelly Drive, and they're pet-friendly, featuring a puppy play area so you don't have to chain up your pooch to a pole while enjoying a glass of their great house wine or a Peroni. Wait - why are you still sitting here reading this? Turn the computer off/close your Yelp app and go now!",real
36100,"Definitely a place to go when its rainy, too hot or cold outside or just bored ... can get costly then again, what place isn't ??",fake
18977,I am not a fan of vegetarian food but I enjoyed the Dosas here. The food is cheap and tastes super fresh. Also everything is pretty authentic which I appreciated. Everything on the menu looks good. I got wither the second or third dosa on the menu and it was delicious. Next time I would get the jaffna curry. We waited in line for almost 20 minutes and normally I would take a star off but they have ginger beer cans that I used to drink in Sri Lanka so I was a happy camper. The cans were $2 and I gladly bought two with all the cash I had. If you just want an appetizer you can skip the line and order from the side.,real
23698,Fantastic Sushi and very fresh!    And a HUGE PLUS is they deliver !  My husband and I have been ordering and going to The Sushi Lounge which is good but pricey.   They also have some original rolls and fantastic appetizers.  You have to try the Shrimp Mango Roll.  Delicious.   We order from home all the time now and they always give some sort of discount! Best local sushi place by far!,real
27969,pretty mediocre. seasoning is often done with too heavy of a hand.,real
21610,"Think about East meets West, the menu here are mixed from Japanese favorite to American favorites, from udon to hamburger. Food is very inconsistent, however, in a good day, their udon is very tasty. Good spot if you want a fast food, if you are looking for something really authentic and good, I suggest you to go somewhere else.",real
20801,Good in the garden room. Horribly noisy up front.,real
8099,My friend and I met here for drinks and apps the other day. It was wonderful! The prices are very reasonable and the food and wine are delicious!,real
4503,"I can't stop telling people about Tom's. In a land of American (new) restaurants with Edison lightbulbs and flat white plates with sauce artfully scattered over the food, Tom's is a refreshing breath of fresh diner air. Don't get me wrong, I love me some melty locally sourced pork belly as much as the next girl, but sometimes on a Sunday you just crave a giant plate of unpretentious fried eggs, homefries, and sausage. As other reviewers have said: -Long line for weekend brunch, but it moves really quickly. It looked like we'd be waiting in line for hours but we were in and seated in about 25 minutes. -They fed us delicious bites while we were in line- cookies, coffee/tea, orange slices (what is this, soccer practice circa 1995? I love it.), silver dollar pancakes, etc -The food is priced right! Some of my personal favorite things: -The coffee and tea are served in BIG mugs! -The turkey sausage is juicy and delicious -The kitschy decor is awesome and cluttered (in a great way) and there are a zillion silly pictures/newspaper clippings, etc, to look at while you wait -The service is SO friendly, totally efficient Only one complaint- the homefries were pretty dry. This was easily solved by the addition of a lot of ketchup and runny egg yolk, but I wish they'd been a little more oily.",real
10149,"I went there for brunch with 2 of my friends. This place was very strangely set up. Like a grandmother's house. Colonial era hotel-ish looking place. I didn't mind it. The food was great. I got some crazy banana stuffed french toast, mussels with sausage, sausage,biscuits and gravy, eggs benedict and a bread basket. Banana stuffed french toast was SO delicious. I mean, it was ridiculously sweet and heavy. But I knew exactly what I was getting myself into. i enjoyed it. HUGE portioned meals. Mussels with crumbles sausage was also very very delicious. Possibly my favorite item from our brunch. We ended up getting another bread basket just so we could finish the broth. It was definitely salty, but still very good. Sausage, biscuits and gravy dish was just ok. The gravy was so heavy and very bland. i couldn't even take a second bite of that due to it's extremely thick texture. It certainly didn't taste bad, but just not as good as other dishes. Eggs benedict was pretty ok. Also very big portioned dish. I remember it being served with overly cooked/toasted english muffin. The hollandaise sauce pretty bland. It was fine, not necessarily a memorable dish. I would love to go back and order the mussels and try new dishes.",real
27448,"This is possibly my shortest review ever. But, not much else needs to be said.  Delicious food. Refreshing drinks. Fantastic service. Awesome ambiance. Great for dates or family brunch. Worth the trip to Carroll Gardens. The pork chop & cheddar waffle was heavenly.",real
6060,"ordered Salmon. Salmon was OK but all the vegetables on the side were almost uncooked, although everything was supposed to be stir fried.",fake
27963,"Brooklyn is becoming the new place to go to for great food.  Restaurants are too expensive to open in Manhattan so all the chefs are coming to Brooklyn.  A short subway ride is definitely worth it to try all the great restaurants.  I read a review about Buttermilk Channel being the best new restaurant, but I read the New York Times review, and it only got 1.5 or 2 stars.  Apparently when this place first opened it was hard to get a table for supper, we went at 6:00 PM for supper and we were the first for their dinner rush.  So many places you go to, they serve you a lack luster bread basket, but at BC they serve you a popover, which was a tasty change.   For our mains i chose the ever popular duck meatloaf.  In the description i saw my favourite words:meatloaf, and onion ring.  For 20 dollars the portion size was generous.  The meatloaf was good, moist but not amazing.  My fav part of the dish was the creamed corn.  It was creamy and sweet from the fresh corn.  If it were just these 2 items i would have given it 4 stars, but the onion ring killed it.  It was about 2 inches thick and the breading on it was not crisp, it was so thick and tough to cut through.  My sis had the scallops with fennel and rhubarb.  My dish was comfort food and hers was a light Californian dish.  The flavours were bright and light.  Her only complaint was that the pieces of rhubarb were far too large.  Overall the dishes sound great on the menu, but there are too many technical errors, they really need to test run more of their recipes.",real
24986,"This place is great in concept, but poor in execution. It's concept is that it's convenient healthy food. But it's really just clever marketing of pre-made food. I went for line one day and thought the food was OK, worth a 3 star rating. Chicken felt slightly rubberized and portions were small (any place can keep the calorie count down if the portions are small). Then I decided to go for breakfast on my way to work one day... I go up and look at the menu, and see everything has mushrooms on it. Ok no prob, I'll just get it without mushrooms. I place my order and ask for no mushrooms, and the cashier pulls out what looks like a nfl coach's play card and says ""I'm sorry but the only thing we can take off that item is...the sauce"" I change my order to something else, and she goes back to that card, they can't take anything off but the sauce. The third selection? You guessed it, everything stays on but the sauce. So this place fails in two ways: you can't customize an order, big no no. Second failure is that it's clearly all pre-made. You expect me to believe a place is really that healthy if all the food is pre made and frozen/preserved? No thanks, I'll just go to juice generation for a breakfast smoothie instead.",real
16270,"I've been here a few times now - twice for brunch and once for dinner. The only thing worth coming here for, I think, are the pancakes, especially considering the ridiculous wait. I normally don't enjoy pancakes - they're a bit dry and I'm not a fan of maple syrup. However, Clinton St. Baking Company's pancakes are awesome and even the maple butter is pretty good. I recommend the banana walnut pancakes in particular!",real
30142,"We came in tired and hungry, like oversized cranky toddlers.  Silk City would have to prove it's worth on this night. Service was good.  Attentive, even when it seemed the dinner crowd was surging as their coworkers took smoke breaks at the same time.  We had a group of 3 that turned into 4 which turned into 5 and they were still accommodating, even bringing over an extra chair.  Our water was always full and new rounds of libations were always on their way. The mac & cheese was decent but unremarkable.  +1 to the breadcrumbs, -1 for the cheese mixture.  It was a little bland- I like to feel like I was just punched in the mouth with a block of cheddar.  This was just a love-tap.  Grade: B-minus Fries are fresh cut and above average.  Good sized portions, enough for 2-3 people to split.  Grade: B-plus The fried chicken gets an A and the A-plus cornbread is probably the best in the city. Overall the food was delicious, the atmosphere was hip but not over the top and the people were friendly.  I'd come back here in a heartbeat. But dancing was out of the question.  Mostly because I don't dance.  After a meal here, this full, happy toddler just wanted to nap.",real
5628,"Tiny restaurant, make sure to make a reservation for dinner. They have delicious cocktails and world-class ropa vieja. The interior and decorations are unique and tell the story of the owner and his family. There is also a Soul de Cuba in Hawaii!",real
22360,I visited this place thrice during lunch and all three times it was 85 % empty. It is an Indo-chinese restaurant and I do not have any complaints with the food. It always tasted good. I think they should start advertising very seriously or else risk closing it down.,real
2988,Better roll than Pat's but that is where it ends. You'll find better steaks elsewhere but if you've never been to Philadelphia before you have to try a steak at Geno's then at Pat's to compare for yourself. The fries with whiz at Geno's are pretty decent.,real
14386,Great place. Kitchy in a good way. Great great wings. Good burger. Good brunch. Good beers and cocktails. Just flat out fun and comfortable. Welcoming to all. Solid meal/ value. You definitely get what you pay for.,real
30980,"I am hesitant to write this review because this place is MINE but they deserve it. so. This is my girlfriend and I's favorite restaurant.  We have been here probably dozens of times at this point and we always wind up getting the pre-fixe (WITH wine) because it is such a good deal.  My girlfriend has crazy food issues and they are incredibly accommodating.  The food is delicious and consistently prepared.  To top it off, the service is excellent and I know no front-of-house staff that is more on point and professional than these guys.  Cheers, Saint Austere!  Basically the best restaurant in Brooklyn.",real
41958,One the better brunch spots I've been to in Astoria. Stopped on in on a lazy Sunday morning. Place is really homey and comfortable. Wasn't too packed. Servers are friendly. Went with the witte screwdriver (musssssssst try) tried my gf's grilled cheese with ham (which was heavenly!) and I had the breakfast burger (up there with the burgers from BareBurger - Don't think you can ever go wrong with a LaFrida beef burger...) and left a happy camper. Would love to check it out on a weekend night and I definitely have to try the fried pickles next time!,real
6558,Have only been to Philly three times but come here every time.  I like the menu and the atmosphere is really nice.  The food is good and the price is too.,fake
5676,"I think Tom and I debated on where to have lunch today for two hours, but after much debate we made an excellent choice! We're trying to experience more of what New Haven has to offer and sometimes that can be difficult pricewise, so lunch is usually a better option for us. Many places that we came up with and wanted to try were closed on Sundays for lunch but thankfully this was not. I've experimented with a Cubano burger from a Bobby Flay cookbook, but sadly I've never had the real deal--that was all about to change today. This is probably one of the tiniest restaurants we've ever been to, with just a handful of tables in a brightly decorated dining room, adorned with family photos, artwork, even framed cigar labels (because, let's be honest, when you think of Cuba you think of cigars!). Our waiter was on the quiet side, but very efficient. Water glasses were brought right over and Tom also ordered a beer (Cristal, from Peru). We decided on the chicken empanadas to start--hot, flaky dough with chopped chicken, peppers served with a side of mango salsa--these were so good, perfectly cooked and the salsa was a nice accompaniment. Onto our bocadillos! Tom had the Soul Cubano--serrano ham, manchego cheese (fresh cut--bit of rind on the edges!), salami, roast pork with a cilantro and roasted garlic aioli on the pressed bread--I was told I was only getting one bite of his sandwich, that's how much he enjoyed it! I went the traditional route and had the Cubano--ham, roast pork, swiss cheese, salami, pickles, mayo and mustard on the pressed bread--the amazing flavor of the pork took this sandwich by storm, along with the mustard and the nice crunch of the pickle. Both of our sandwiches were seriously amazing and we left completely satisfied, two new fans of Cuban food! Tom definitely wants to come back and try their dinners and you would definitely want to make reservations if you are looking to try this place!",real
12611,"Pio Pio's lunch special is a screaming deal!  For $9.50, you get a quarter of juicy rotisserie chicken, your choice of a side (get the sweet plantains!) and a huge salad.  The green sauce and garlic sauce is so good!  I promptly drenched everything on my plate with both.  Although I was full halfway through the meal, I just couldn't control myself and kept going at it.   The restaurant is huge, which is surprising given it's teeny tiny storefront.  I would have missed the restaurant entirely if I were just passing by.  The décor is so cute and downstairs feels so spacious with the high ceilings.  Service was good too.",real
12524,"The first time I tried this place, it was an incredible experience. Rolled in with a group of friends around 9:30 on a Sunday night, promptly got a table downstairs in the main dining room, and feasted on some awesomely tasty dishes. Went back about a month later with a reservation made a full week in advance and when we arrived, were seated at a table in the bar area/lobby with full exposure to the cold air flow from a busy revolving front door. The table felt oddly out of place, like it was shoved into a corner that should've been reserved for a waiting area. I had out of town guests which said they were cold and asked the hostesses to move us downstairs where the other 95% of the guests were dining. They rolled their eyes, yet assuringly said they could set a new table for us within 20 - 30 minutes while we grabbed a few drinks at the bar. Fast forward 45 minutes and no sight of the hostesses. Walked to the front desk to inquire about the table and the hostess said that she was sorry, but because we gave up our table there was nothing she could do because the place was fully booked. I asked to see the manager and like our ""new  table"", he/she was nowhere to be found. Setting up a lone table adjacent to the front door waiting was a weak-effort on Pio Pio's part for a group with a reservation. We promptly walked out the door and luckily found another spot up 10th Avenue. Pio Pio, your food was excellent the first time but your service greatly disappointed the second time. You're better for a spontaneous bite than a planned night out.",real
25012,Hands down best chicken burrito in New York. I've been eating maybe 2-3 a week for the past year and I think it's time for a review. These guys have earned it! Hickory Smoked BBQ sauce from here is my obsession!,fake
41596,"This place is awesome, great food and great drinks. The atmosphere is pretty chill, but it can be packed and very loud at times. I've been here a few times and it's always a place I suggest if anyone is looking for a bar late night in the area.",real
32792,"Honestly, I really didn't want to write a review so I could keep this as a top secret restaurant for me and my friends.  Alas it appears that a few others have already discovered this place and gone and written well deserving reviews, so I guess I will do the same...... Super wow!  Original, creative and fantastic seafood dishes can be found in this quite small BYOB establishment.  I wish yelp was on a ten star system so I could differentiate a little more.  BTW, this would be a ten star restaurant in my book.  The service was really good: friendly, professional, knowledgable, and attentive (i.e. Not too slow).  I ordered a grilled octopus dish that was amazing.  There was a pasta dish on the menu that I tried too, it was soooooooooooooooooooooooo good.  I was told by the couple sitting next to us that the chef (I think he is the owner too) makes the pasta fresh and always selects only premium quality seafood.  My taste buds were quite delighted by the attention to detail and high standards.  My taste buds and I can't wait to go back to this place!!!",real
4963,Called this place a total of 4 times around 10/11ish and never received an answer. Very confused about the hours of this place.,fake
577,"Fun, authentic, and absolutely perfect for any occasion. I am growing to be a big fan of tapas. I just love the format of sharing small plates with friends, so that you can try a great variety of different dishes. Add a pitcher or two of sangria (like the deliciously sweet and refreshing red sangria we had here), and you really can't go wrong with good food and good company. Some notable things I had here that I would recommend: - Gambas al ajillo (shrimp in garlic sauce) - Serrano croquettes - Patatas bravas (in the red, slightly spicy tomato sauce) - Skirt steak with garlic and peppers - Chorizo with garlic and onions - Assorted jamon and cheese I also like that Nai offers most of their tapas in 2 different sizes, a small ""tapas"" size and a larger ""racion"" option, making it easy to order more or less depending on how many people are in your party. The service here is also stellar, amazing hospitality for a casual restaurant.",real
20537,"This place is Amazing! I first came here with a girlfriend of mine who highly recommended this place. It's a very cute, cozy wine bar with a phenom menu! The wine is excellent and for the cheese lovers an interesting variety of cheese plates. The must-try's: Gnocchi...the best I've ever had! (believe the hype!) Nutella cake with hazelnut ice cream Tip: Reservations aren't accepted over the phone for a party of less than 5. However, we were able to score a rezo for 2 on open table! :)",real
38805,"We went back here at some point and had a much better experience. The service was much improved, as well as the stock of liquor. Although the menu selection is somewhat limited, pretty much everything we ordered was quite good. Such a fabulous Sunday drunken brunch location really. If they weren't in downtown Newark where finding parking can be iffy, I would be here much more often.",real
38278,"Been here several times for dinner, always crowded and need to wait in line. Went to dinner on a Friday night with a few friends, not worth the wait. Pros: Portion size and variety Cons: Service - waitress seemed like she hated everything about her job and the customers Long wait for table Food was average and not worth a long wait.  Plenty of other places to go to in the area. Bayside/Queens BCD Tofu House better - much more comfortable seating and service.",real
18697,"Was at Bleecker Street Pizza with a friend. He mentioned Prince Street Pizza multiple times between bites and flashed some photos from Instagram. Sold. Quick drive over, this place is tiny and right off of Bowery.Up until reading other reviews, the Spicy Spring has just been know to me as ""the slice"". Right, ""The Slice"". A beautifully crafted square slice, crispy bottom and buttery fluff. There's a fra diavolo sauce across the top, melted fresh mozzarella and miniature pepperoni slices all over. When you bite into this, your vision may fill with light and beams of holiness. Once you chew through the crispy crust, it folds over the mixture of the cheese, pepperoni and sauce. I have yet to see someone eat this without a smile. Tried the margherita and regular pepperoni slices too. These are good as well but that square.. it's just simply incredible. Whether you've had a long day/week of work, want to grab a late bite or want to just smile. Do yourself a favor and get over there. It'll one of the best decisions you've made.",real
34247,"LOVED IT! Had a blast here last Saturday night. Fun, colorful decor. Tasty margaritas (preferred the classic to the blood orange, though -- latter was too sweet for me). Delicious chips and salsas ready to go when you sit down. Amazing burrito the size of a small child. Yummy tacos (I had the chicken and a friend had the brisket tacos on special - his were particularly delicious). And oh the platanos machos! sweet perfection. Good times, indeed.",real
21085,"So this review may be a little vague since the last time I went, it was February... oops.  ;) Came here for my birthday with a group of 8-10? Was able to make the reservation for ""large"" group ahead of time with no issues, considering we were celebrating my birthday early, the weekend of Valentine's Day.   When we arrived, there was a CROWDED-ass bar area, so that was kind of annoying... no waiting area for guests waiting to be seated.  It's probably best for smaller groups: 2-3 optimally, I think - tables are kind of small to accommodate for larger parties.  Our party was seated downstairs, which is a really cute wine cellar area and totally separate from the upstairs (which got really loud at times) - so it was perfect.  The downstairs accommodates 2 larger parties.     I remember LOVING the Ricotta Cheese with Black Truffle Honey!!! We ordered a bunch of cured meats and cheeses, so I wished I reviewed this back in Feb and not Sept...  can't remember which ones I liked better than the others. Mainly wrote to rave about the Truffle Oil Gnocchi... YUM YUM YUM. My first time eating gnocchi... never knew pasta could be so tender and soft... yummy in my tummy.  I think every time I eat gnocchi, I'm gonna have to compare it to this... not sure that anything will match up to this, though!",real
29153,"Mes Rêves. ""My dreams,"" for those of you who don't parler français. My initial impressions were: -The friendly Vietnamese hostess, who I later learned to be the co-owner with her Vietnamese husband chef. (Reference the history between France and Vietnam if this duo doesn't make sense.) -The wait. The place was hopping. -The decor. Very classy. -BYOB. A plus, though the collection of wine bottles in the front window confused me into thinking it wasn't. We went here during restaurant week ($30 pre-fixe menu with appetizer, main dish and dessert). To start, we shared: -Salad Aux Lardon (poached egg, crispy bacon, croutons, shallot vinaigrette) and - Escargot (garlic herb butter, roasted potatoes, kalamata olives) The salad was light and refreshing and the escargot unlike any I've ever had before the with potatoes and olives. For entrees: - NY Strip Flap Steak (potato purée, asparagus, mushroom bordelaise) - Stuff Pan Seared Rabbit (spinach, mushroom, pine nuts, wild rice, mustard cream sauce) The NY Strip was good, but nothing remarkable. It was obvious a lot of work went into the rabbit, but the supplemental $5 charge was kind of laughable considering how small the portions are here all around. I'm aware the French aren't exactly known for their generous serving sizes, but everything here seemed miniaturized. Perhaps this was unique to the restaurant week pre-fixe menu, but I left somewhere between satisfied, yet still hungry. And after a $70 bill, not including tip, I'm in no hurry to go rushing back. Desserts: -Almond creme brulee -Bread Pudding Street parking.",real
11168,"Always happy to give $100+ of my hard-earned money to the owners.  Those attractive men with rolled-up shirt sleeves, tight pants and bistro aprons seem to charm forth even more $ from my wallet.  Great location in SoHo, not far off the Spring St. blue line, first floor with a subdued facade shyly stating the name in the lower corner of the window.  Walked past it the first time. Be aware you'll be taking a wee hike if you bring a bike! All the trees and posts and front stoop banisters and fences and parking meters and stop signs are taken.  Bone marrow app completely worth the $16, as is the terrifyingly large pork shank deserving of the $35 it commands.German Hefe always tasty.  A burger will still run you $14, but it's a small price to pay to rent a 5 square foot piece of Manhattan for two hours.  Plus you might end up sitting next to Jane Lynch. Win.",fake
35878,"We dine out frequently throughout the city and this is one of the best dining experiences we've had in years. From the best grilled octopus appetizer I've ever had to the excellent mixed grill of lamb chops, scallops, sausage and lobster tails among a wide selection of dinners and appetizers everything was cooked perfectly and tasted just as well. Add a creative wine list and excellent service with moderate pricing this charming, eclectic spot on the water is our new favorite place.",fake
13619,"We went in January. Friendly staff, chef came and delivered our food. Bus person very friendly giving us infomation/history on the Red Hook area. The carrot cake was incredible and my friends really enjoyed the apple pie. Would look into visiting in the warmer weather when it's wide open. I had a ceasar salad clam chowder that was very good. We saw crab delivered to other tables and they were huge! We'll be back!!",fake
34586,Awesome breakfast. The red velvet pancakes are killer!!!! Great staff too.,real
19430,"THIS PLACE IS A TREASURE. Cheap, delicious, fun. As a vegetarian who still gets insane meat cravings once in a while I REALLY appreciate the vegan pulled pork sandwich, and the collards are top-notch. I wish I lived in Philly so I could eat everything on the menu, wash it all down with a Kenzinger, and be happy forever.",real
23704,"This place is very cute inside, great atmosphere. The staff was friendly. I ordered the lunch special (miso soup, ginger salad and two rolls). I picked the shrimp tempura and peanut avocado, which were both excellent, and all for 9$! It was a steal. I have eaten sushi all over the area and this may be my new favorite place.",real
8182,The best patistios ever! And the spanokpita was perfectly baked with a creamy spinach filling. Service and decor was very good too.,real
17268,"Still 5 stars, a year later. I tried the smoked salmon scramble and it was delectable. The eggs were fluffy and light, reminded me of an omelette I had at Laduree's afternoon tea time in Paris. We waited 2.5 hours on a Sunday around 1 pm, and wandered around LES in the meantime - sugar sweet sunshine bakery and prosperity dumplings are just a short amble away. The time actually passed quite quickly. Be forewarned that the seating is very squished once you get inside, because there are so many tables crammed in there. Try not to bring bags and bags of stuff when you come here because it will not fit in your tiny little booth. And as before, the pancakes are to die for. Absolutely order it. Even if you come at dinner, their famous blueberry pancakes are still available. Eat it. Love it.",real
30639,This was our second visit and the staff has consistently been friendly and courteous. The twist of flavors always takes us by surprise. The laid back attitude and atmosphere allowed us to enjoy our long brunch with no rush.  Truly a gem in the neighborhood.,real
19174,dosa man dosa man dosa man dosa man i love the dosa man more dosas now!,real
43651,"Hands down the best steak in Philly. One delicious sandwich is enough for two meals - I recommend adding their special hot peppers. Dalessandro's is always busy, but you don't have to worry about the obnoxious, pushy service you'll get downtown. Simply outstanding.",real
28744,"THIS IS A TENTATIVE REVIEW AS I WILL GIVE THE NEW LOCATION ANOTHER CHANCE...buuuut absolute crap! We had to wait quite a bit but that's to be expected as I've waited for 30-45 minutes at the older spot before and it was about half the size, and I also waited 2 hours in the past for Di Fara's Pizza (pound for pound best pizza, son!) and that was fine and dandy... So, we sit down and wait another 20 minutes for someone to take our order even though we've made up our mind by then. Of note is that their menu is COMPLETELY different for the most part than the older location even though I've spotted several of the old staff members that I've said hello to. There was no veg dip soba on the menu nor the Yuba dip which was one of the most popular items at the old location...so not only is there no veg dip that I really want nor any dip that I particularly care for  but here's where it gets good: the waitress comes over and I ask if I could get the first item on the menu without the chicken, she finds out and comes back to tell me no, I then ask her what happened to all the menu items from the old location and she claims that it's the same...dude, REALLY? R E A L L Y !? OK fine, so I find a warm Sansai Soba that I think will hit the spot and she tells me they are out of warm soba...meaning broth...WHAT?! But you still have dip soba broth but can't NOT add chicken to it? Mind you I am not a picky eater even though I am a vegetarian but she couldn't even answer me as to why they can't NOT ADD an item to the broth (I don't care if my noodles touch meat, I am not a nimrod vegan militant PETA ""freedom fighter"")....so all annoyance aside I settle on cold soba and my two partners in crime order a dip soba...another 30 minutes to get our food even though our appetizer came instantly...so basically, 20+ minutes of waiting to order and another 30+ to get our food to a grand total of an hour spent waiting for food...the old place is smaller and I would get 4+ peoples' orders in 10-15 minutes. Oh and another personal favorite incident, we order water that doesn't come for about 10 minutes either even though I've asked twice and there's a runner/server running around refilling cups, that is until I pulled out my Klean Kanteen and that some way or another sent the ripples out into the Universe that facilitated us getting something to quench our thirst. Seriously, this was either a very off night or they are still too all over the place with opening of this location but I was extremely disappointed and I praise this place (well, the old location) left and right...If I wasn't with people who experienced it before I'd be apologizing for the foreseeable future about this experience...no tip!!!!",real
4415,"With excellent service, good food, and a vibe that's surprisingly chill considering how tiny and packed it is, Tom's is the perfect place to satisfy a pancake craving. The friendly, unpretentious atmosphere is a nice fit with the neighborhood, and the menu is affordable and extensive - classic diner with a twist. There's quite a line sometimes, but it's worth a bit of a wait (it helps that, after waiting in the line, I've never felt like I was being rushed out of my table to accommodate the crowd).",real
37109,"I'm not just singing this place's praises for no reason... This is seriously a badass, awesome place. Hmmm, just realized I need to snap some more pics to show. Let me begin by describing the actual structure... first off, it kind of gives the impression of a cafeteria, but in the best way possible. It's a large, expansive room w/ places to eat in a loft up top that looks out over the rest of the restaurant. I love this. It's open, brightly lit, and *clean*. The walls are white, the floors are clean, and there's a big, open, glass feeling to it. Okay, then there are options galore. At the front is a coffee station & drinks to your left. There are a few people behind the counter here who are serving up sandwiches, quesadillas, and the lunch specials. The lunch special is usually $7.50 & it's amazing. Had a chicken quesadilla that was fire--generous portion, huge tortilla, fresh avocado, & big handful of shredded cheese that melts when they panini press it. Or go to the back & hit up the buffet. One side is a multitude of salad options--do Greek, Caesar, or remix your own. The other side features lunchtime badassery at its finest. Penne pasta, rice, lo mein, roasted chicken, pork, chipotle meatloaf, pulled beef, etc. If you work out, this spells protein-central. And everything is flavorful as can be. There are drinks throughout, and in the back is a section for Asian noodles & such, which I really haven't checked out yet, but I will delve into further soon. Anyways, highly recommended! This stands out as a midtown gem!",real
21489,"I saw Kobeyaki yesterday,so i went to ate.This is a japanese food restaurant. I had the  pork bun with my lunch.Oh,is so juicy.I love that .There were not may people at time,is very quiet.They have some japan type in there restaurant ,is interested .",fake
40151,"Great Mexican Food in a warm & friendly environment.  Tight communal type seating, but very pleasant.  My shrimp dish w/vodka was excellent as was the other dishes ordered.  You can't go wrong in this place.  Try it once and you will be hooked!",real
3701,"How does this place get more than a couple of stars for its average? It's overpriced and feels dirty. I went on a Saturday late night in the winter and it was nearly empty, yet my friend and I were ignored by the bartender for over 5 minutes before we finally got to order our $5 lagers. There food was not appealing. No ambience at all; it's not a dive, yet doesn't have any other personality either.",real
13892,"Bad biz / management. 40m wait. 2 of 3 floors empty; huh? Policy: make diners wait to slow kitchen. Bad biz to not serve cust. Mgmt 101. Keep customers there- offer drinks specials and apologize for understaffed kitchen, don't send us away b/c your shorthanded. DUMB",real
5286,"I finally made it to Underdogs and I was really impressed. First, the guy behind the counter gave great customer service. He may have been the owner because he was proud of the dogs and really eager to see if you enjoyed them. I got the Hair of the Dog and was a little disappointed because I thought it was a hot dog but it was basically just an egg sandwich. It was a delicious egg sandwich but I had to have a dog. I followed that up with a California dog. The avocado and lemon was a great combo and even though it was a strong flavor, it didn't over power the dogs. Which brings me to my next topic, the dogs. They use Berks hot dogs which are really good, big and flavorful. I'm from Berks County so I was happy to see my hometown dog. We also got an order of fries with a dipping sauce. We asked for the vinegar sauce but they brought us an additional curry sauce to try as well. Both were delicious and the fries were fresh cut. I'm a big hot dog fan and would suggest Underdogs to any Hot Dog aficionados.",real
37991,"I can only speak about the pizza and it's quite good! I love, love, love the eggplant pizza. One day I'll try all the other pasta dishes but with the pizza calling my name, it's hard to try anything else.",real
46770,"I was treated to lunch here today, and it was wonderful.  We shared several appetizers and several pizzas, and everything was fantastic.  The pizzas tasted PERFECT -- the tomato sauce was bright and flavorful and not too heavy, the cheese was delicious, and the crust was exactly right -- crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, blistered and lightly charred.  They use the best and most flavorful ingredients, and even the standard-sounding pepperoni pizza was amazing -- smoky, spicy, just right. I wish we'd saved room for dessert -- they have a bunch of great-looking options. It's a bit on the expensive side, but it's definitely worth it.  If I lived in Philly, I'd go to this place all the time.  They know their stuff.",real
39526,"I came here for lunch because people said it had one of the best hamburgers in NY.  Well... they were wrong.  The places itself was very nice and the service was great.  It was quick and polite and clean and etc...  The complimentary bread was warm but a bit too hard for my taste.  Then again, I usually don't expect to get complimentary bread when going for a burger. Now, the hamburger was simply not good.  The bread it was on was OK, fairly fluffy, but a bit too large.  The patty was HUGE, and completely tasteless.  When you have that much meat and it has no taste, that's not bad.  Their two slices of lettuce and tomatoes didn't help much either.  After a bite or two I added ketchup and mustard, and while that helped a little, I still had way too much tasteless meat in each bite.   I could definitely be persuaded to come here again, but I'm never getting that burger!",real
2553,"Go to Pats across the street. This guy is nothing but a fraud. How do you have a big sign saying you support the troops out front but not give a active military discount??? The best way to support a group is doing it anonymously anyway, not by making a few donations to milk big bucks out of the public because you put up signs saying you care.",real
37985,"THIS REVIEW IS BASED ON ONGOING PURCHASES BY MY FAMILY. PIzza is as good as it gets compared to almost anywhere except  NYC.  Stick with the pizza, pasta dishes, and chicken parmesan, and you can't go wrong.",real
42414,"Love the food and philosophy at Hu Kitchen. They use good quality ingredients and follow strict paleo standards, so you know every bite has your best interest in mind. Good place to come with friends, but the music is bit too loud if you are trying to get any work done.",real
6963,"For a first-timer, the menu was a little confusing.  I went in looking for dinner (insert canonical protein + vegetable + starch here), but the menu is all small plates.  I didn't see a dinner plate in sight; so, if you're in the mood for dinner to be that, this is the place for you.  I don't really see sharing going well.  I got the bleu and bibb salad (the ingredients were a strange mixture of temperatures) and the rock shrimp tacos. The shrimp tacos were phenomenal, even if my soft taco palate can't handle a flour tortilla anymore. This combination was a perfect size for a light dinner.  I had the Old Fashioned cocktail, delightfully strong and with marinated cherries.  I got out of there as fast as I could; nothing made me want to linger. Great bar service.",real
1911,Best steak in town - it's all I want when I am traveling to Philly. Wiz on the steak and Wiz on the fries. #1 in Philly. Hands down!,real
16148,Amazing brunch and big portion too. Waited for r0 minutes but so worth it and there is a Morrocan cafe right in front so waiting was no problem at all,real
40626,"Seriously, this is the best Mexican food in the city and Brooklyn combined. I'm from California, so trust me. The guac is amazing, shrimp ceviche is soooo good and the margaritas are made with fresh juices. My fave is the grapefruit. I've been searching for the perfect Mexican restaurant and this is it. I go at least 2x a month! The only downside is the wait, but they will take your phone number and call when you're table is ready so you can go have a drink somewhere while you wait.",real
34659,"All I can say is...Kitchen Sink! Its a skillet of deliciousness, I am still not sure all that is in there but I can say its glorious and mouth watering.  Huge Portions and the same can be said of their gargantuan burrito. Oh and they experiment with pancake batter - amazement they recently had a Red Velvet pancake, WHAT!?! While the waitstaff at times seems a little ditzy but the food, pricing and the fact that there is never a long wait make it all okay.  This is a CASH ONLY restaurant but you can come as you are be it from church, playing tennis with friends or a wild night of partying.",real
17509,"There's always a line (about an hour long), it's a little better if you go during the weekdays. Get the pancakes.. the blueberry pancake was amaaaaaaaaaazing & totally worth the wait, the other stuff was oooook.",real
14570,"the Asian style wings that everyone is jotting on is a noble choice. i loved them. not too sweet, just a bit of spice. a lb for only 8 bucks. do ask for a side of blue. the burger, with cheddar and bacon was also tried but alas it didn't wow me. it was good but not irresistible. next time I am just getting wings and onion rings. friendly service albeit a bit forced. we were seated promptly on a busy Saturday night, outside. it was very dark however, couldn't really see the food, no candle, like camping.",real
4005,Some of the most skilled bartenders in the city work here. The wine selection is killer and the menu is great.,real
25663,A place you check out at 2:30 in the morning. It's a very basic diner. I wouldn't go during any other time Except when ice had too much to drink. Their breakfast was ok and I like the prices.,real
1843,Definitely gotta hit up Geno's every we come to Philly... Gotta order the philly cheesesteak with onion and cheese wiz :),real
15030,"3.5/5 stars for me on this one. I will be honest, I came here in a not so great mood and was really hoping for a pick me up. Earliest reservation was for 9:30pm on a random Tuesday night, but we decided to stop in early at 8pm and see if we would be seated. Despite tables being opened, they said it wasn't in the cards. Took down the phone # and we went to grab a drink down the block and they said they would call us if we could be seated early. Sure enough they called a bit before 9, so we were headed over and seated by 9:15. The place is pretty tiny and the tables are close together, similar to many other places. The table next to us was loud and coughing and sneezing, which put me in a worse mood. The service was fine, waitress was helpful right away and brought us water. We started with the Tomato Soup with roasted peppers, smoked crema, croutons and the Kale Salad which came with cheddar, summer squash, almonds, pecorino. Both dishes were great, I must admit. Fresh and tasty. Finally something to shake my bad mood. A step in the right direction. Time was ticking on the entree orders ( Scallop special with leaks and potatoes cooked in duck fat and the Battenkill Valley Pork served with apples, mustard greens, sweet onion). Before I knew it, it was 10:15 and the entrees still were not out. Despite my mood, I didn't say anything. The dishes came out and the food was good. My poor dinner companion had to deal with me being cranky and the late food didn't help. On an unrelated note, the decor was nice. Typically what I would expect from a quiet side street in the East Village. Warm, inviting, crowded, good background music. For dessert, we ordered Quince with cinnamon waffle, quince caramel, butter pecan ice cream and the Apple served with molasses cake, apple-beer compote, caraway ice cream. To my surprise, the waitress came over and said, dessert was on the house b/c they felt like we waited so long for our entree. This was a great move in my book. Restaurants don't often admit when they mess up, and certainly do not try to correct it with more than an apology in cases where it is mentioned. This turned my mood towards positive as I was sipping my coffee and heading out the door. The bill was $140 with a bottle of wine. The food was definitely good. I will be back to this place and will recommend this place to others in the area. Until next time.",real
30245,"Yes Yes Yes the place to dance!  I was here a few Saturdays ago and the music is just amazing.  A huge range from top 40, LCD Soundsystem, Jackson 5, 90s hip hop, 70's funk, Rolling Stones, Beatles, Madonna - yes please!  We got there early and grabbed literally A seat at the bar to share - this place does fill up quickly but the party doesn't stop until at least 3 which was awesome. Bourbon selection was great - I got a monster pour of Basil Hayden for about $10.  Most mixed drinks and spirits are about $6 - tain't bad.",real
11408,"This is probably one of the most interesting and best restaurants in New York!  It's a great, small venue, but it's very welcoming, intimate, and you immediately know your in for a great meal when you step in. The food menu, for starters, is nothing like i've ever seen before.  There is no label you can put on this restaurant...it has a little bit of everything!  Our group ordered the BONE MARROW, PIGEON, and DUCK SANDWICH.  The Bone marrow had great flavor and was very creamy and rich.  This was actually my first time having Pigeon, and I was definitely impressed!  the meat itself had a great taste and was prepared almost like a duck.  Lastly, the Duck sandwich is also a great choice if your looking for something hearty For Dessert, we had a CREME BRULEE and a STRAWBERRY SUNDAE, both excellent choices to end your meal. as for the DRINKS.  Wow, do they make a strong gin martini!  I had a couple and definitely felt it, but great drinks here (and beer selection as well...they even had my favorite beer...Chimay)",real
18452,I just read a great review on a spot to have breakfast (my favorite meal of the day) and realized I had not talked about my nirvanic (not a word) experience here at the Clinton St. Baking Co.  My favorites: the biscuits. If carbs were not so evil I'd eat their biscuits everyday. Now on to the other amazing dishes like their pancakes. It is a small place so expect to wait. But once you are inside you will know why. Next to you are two very young cute 'skinny' girls dining on yummy golden hash browns and fluffy scrambled eggs. Then to your left you see some cute little cherub smashing pancake into his mouth (awwwwww).  If you want to impress a chick or dine after a night of partying this is the place to go. Or you can just go after a long day of shopping or to fuel up beforehand. Seriously.,real
6782,"I came here earlier this year in March as a waiter from another establishment recommended this place to us. They told us to do the tapas menu (which they have a global one and one for dessert!) and try a bit of everything. Very hip and pretty decor. The service here was fantastic as well. We tried the following: Soy Glazed Pork Belly ($14) Butternut Squash Puree, Asian Slaw, Ginger & Orange zest Chicken Tikka Masala: ($13.50) Punjab-style Chicken Curry, Almond & Raisin Basmati, Cucumber Raita Sesame Spinach ($5) Sweet Soy Sauce Midtown Monkey ($5) Warm Banana Wonton, Spiced Walnuts with Vanilla ice cream Everything was delicious. Great place to catch-up with friends or have a girl's night out. If I'm ever on the east coast and in the area, would definitely come back.",real
25649,"half way through my meal after eating 3 half peices of toast i realized the crust of the toast was thick with mold. I couldn't eat another bite. told the waitress she said im sorry and gave us the bill anyway didn't offer to take the meal off. i told the manager while paying up front , he asked me if i ate the omelette part said yes i ate half of it, so they took 3 dollars off the 8 dollar omelette...i should have threatened to call the health department if they didn't remove the item from the bill atleast, i don't like the idea paying anything for a meal that had mold on it. i wont be eating there ever again",fake
10258,Possibly my favorite restaurant of all time. Sustainability and organic goodness at its best. True Philly pioneers,real
38825,"Ran out of beer during super bowl sunday due to a busy weekend and small storage area. Waitress always checking on us  and was extremely friendly which was good. The music selection playing was great. Didnt try the food, but expresso was good.",real
44681,Good tapas had the cheese rolls and garlic shrimp. The chicken main dish was bland- don't recommend it,real
9552,"Good food.. like the lunch special until 3 all combos are a lil cheaper and it's for all 7 days if the week , no delivery.. Chicken wings, Beef and Chicken and broccoli in garlic sauce have all been good when I have eaten here",real
24801,"Just had lunch with a few co-workers at Slate and we were all impressed. The lunch menu wasn't enormous, but large enough and contained so many delicious sounding things that it took forever to decide. Prices ranged from $7 to $13 per dish. With such amazing options, I oddly opted for the Local Burger. WOW. A perfectly cooked medium patty, on a Challah roll, with Philly Pale Ale onions and Gruyere cheese. Delicious. It also came with a generous side of fries that were quite delicious. The beer selection was pretty nice, flowing from your popular macro-brews to locals and macro-brews. Average about $5.50 per pint. There were very few customers in there at the time, but I suppose we were a little late for the lunch rush. The music was a notch above too low and was a mix of modern, up beat tunes ranging from electronic to modern rock. Even heard some Gogol Bordello! Overall, I would definitely go back to try out the rest of the items that I had eyed up.",real
25593,"For visitors I always recommend Jim's on South Street as the best cheesesteak, but for convenience and my boyfriend who comes to Philly to visit all the time, we opt for Abner's because it's so close and just as good (and also a bit cheaper). Perfect cheesesteaks (gotta get it with whiz and onions) with just the right amount of filling and the waffle fries are good too! Never too busy so you can always get it quick.",real
17976,"Pancakes were good and piping hot.  I also enjoyed the syrup.  Not the best pancakes I have had, but I enjoyed them.  The blueberries weren't very tart and tasted like canned, processed blueberries. The $7 chocolate shake looked amazing and was not a usual item that I would order.  I was disappointed.  They included a spoon and straw, but the shake was lukewarm and didn't need a spoon.  I was hoping it would help me cool down from a hot day, but the water w/out ice was colder and more refreshing. $25 including tip, pancakes and $7 shake.",real
10054,"Excellent restaurant located across the street from U PENN dorms...My girlfriend and I went here to by pass time until dinner.  We were surprised at this neighborhood gem.  Everything was fresh and cooked to perfection.  The menu was eclectic and there were some great food combinations. My girlfriend had the peanut butter french toast...she reported that it was wonderful and the combination choices is awesome!!! Sadly, I had a migraine so i was not able to enjoy my food...but from i tasted it was great.. However when you order a mead you get unlimited specialty drinks for $10.00...",real
6088,"Ambiance: Classy decor (more so than most Thai restaurants in this price range), extremely clean bathrooms Service: Others have complained about this, but ours was very fast - we had entrees within 15 minutes of sitting down.  We did not encounter the owner (this was dinnertime on a Monday evening) Food: I went with a family group and everyone liked what they got, ranging from pad thai and drunken noodle to beef cooked with fresh ginger and vegetables.  Prices are slightly higher than most local Thai spots, perhaps to reflect the fancier decor.  I saw several groups BYOB and they didn't seem to charge corkage fees. Overall I would have given 4 stars except for 2 things: 1) When we got the bill, we were charged for 4 Thai iced teas when we had ordered only 3 (and there were very obviously only 3 cups on the table).  They corrected this quickly, but it was a sloppy mistake. 2) I found a hair in my entree, and it definitely wasn't mine since it was UNDER some of the noodles.  Personally I didn't care, but again, it was something that shouldn't have happened.",real
38434,"The dumpling soondubu was amazzzinnggg. One of the best tofu stews that I've ever had. I wish I lived closer to this place!! I'm getting hungry just thinking about it... I would probably try another soondubu next time, because although the dumpling one was good, it was more because I like dumplings, and not because it added a lot to the stew. Everyone gets a fried whole fish to themselves...a little on the saltier side. There was also egg fried zucchini, but they only gave us 3 slices for a table of 5. :( Everyone who ordered soondubu got this dish of burnt rice soaked in hot water (or maybe it was hot tea). Tastes like shower water. I would probably give this place 5 stars but the waitress was annoying the hell out of me. We got our food within 5 min of ordering, but ten minutes into our meal, she started pacing back and forth behind our table, checking to see if we were done. It was probably a bonus if you wanted something from a waiter (they were really good about refilling our water), but a little too annoying for me. If the food weren't so darn delicious, I'd probably never come back. P.s. The regular spice is pretty spicy.",real
11154,Good service. Bone marrow (bit too oily if eaten by one person) and pepper shrimp both good. Only had appetizer by myself. Will definitely go again.,fake
12084,I would take an airplane back to NY to eat at Pio Pio restaurant chains!! Sigh if I'm not wrong I remember being at their 1st restaurant in qns .. Too bad the west coast ( LA too ) doesn't have the variety and richness of food like NY does !!,real
3669,The food was just so-so.  The beer selection is good but not any better than any of the other neighborhood bars.  I was really looking forward to this place opening but nothing here impressed me.  I ordered a glass of beer from the featured firkin and it was terrible.  I told the bartender (very nicely) that I didn't like it and wanted to order something else.  He quipped back that he could have told me it was terrible before I ordered it and that I should have tasted it.  Well why didn't you suggest I taste it before buying??  And why the smart ass comment?  Dick. I'll continue to hang across the street at Loco Pez where the bartenders are awesome and the food is good and I'll get my craft beers elsewhere.,real
25433,"Rounding up from 3 1/2 stars. Tasty and reasonably priced wine and cheese plate.  I wouldn't call the delicious Panini I shared with my friend a ""small plate"" though - there's no way I could've finished it, even if it was the only thing I was having for dinner!  Was not a fan of the mushroom bruschetta - seemed a little bland for me (and far too big).   Next time I'll get a flatbread with a cheese plate - the ones coming out to other tables looked delicious.",real
21763,"Tables really too small to share.  Waitress unprofessional.  Music too loud. Food ok, but not worth all the hype.  We had the Lychee Prosecco martini - good (not too sweet) the mango paneer (where was the mango?- wouldn't order it again)  and the pork buns - filling and chutney delicious, but the traditional white buns a waste of calories.   Chili shrimp - nice presentation, but a very light dish. Nothing to write home about. The restaurant is clearly a work of love by the owner, and the menu is unusual, which I appreciate, but, sorry to say,  one visit was enough.",real
1697,Hype and all flash...no substance...over priced...got bad stomach pains...tourist crap.  Hey tourists there are way better places than Pat's or Geno's.  They have gotten sloppy.,real
21446,"I came back few Times after my first visit in vite Vinosteria , 1 Month ago. Carmelo, pino and Pietro are Really nice guys . They know What They are doing . Today i was so lucky to try the new burrata cheese with harloom tomato olives and capperi ( special recipe Made by Chef german). It was outstanding: Please see the picture i Took today: it is a special dish and it is worth the 14$ !!! Trust me . What else: decore is so nice and it is funny chatting with all the Italian people You can Meet there every day! If the Place is full while You Are waiting for the table i suggest to move to the bar and trying  the spritz campari ( for men) or aperol ( for ladies!) : this is the most popolar cocktail not Only in Italy but Also in europe right now. They serve it with the funky 187 bottle of prosecco Zonin ... So fun : enjoy the dinner and remember to keep some space for the dessert: Torta 900 is amazing and the Tiramisu is Month watering Wow ... All home Made ! Salute",real
44055,Best sliced cheese pizza in the area! The pros are that it has a great sauce and is open late. The con is that its cash only.,real
41449,Good place to bring friends especially after work. Laid back atmosphere. Servers are attentive and nice.,fake
43593,"I wish I could give this joint 10 stars.   Best cheesesteak in Philly.  Pat's = hype, Geno's = glam, Jim's = not bad...Dalessandro's = MONEY!  The aged provolone is the best that just compliments the meat and importantly the roll.  Roxborough has it going on with this gem.  The service is friendly and quick.  Whenever I'm rolling through on 76, I stop off just for Dalessandro's.  Totally worth it.",real
1426,The definition of a bad cheesesteak for the locals. The only reason I give them two stars is because the ordinary tourist wouldn't know any better. This place is just an attraction. Pretty much as bad as it gets.,real
43464,"Awesome cheesesteaks. Awesome hoagies too. One of the best cheesesteaks in philly, esp if you like chopped steak as oppose to the flank. Seating is limited, but you can sit inside which is nice. They also have beers and fountain soda which you can get free refills on. Another underrated feature is the parking. Real easy to park unlike the other places in the city. Cash only is probably the only negative, but all the best steak joints are cash only.",real
22071,"Stopped by for a bite and a glass of wine with a friend on a Wednesday night...I didn't realize how petit this space was! There was cummunal seating and my back was facing the hallway where the waitress kept squeezing by and I felt like I was the the other wall that sandwiched her as she nonchalantly pushes her bosom on my back......@_@...yeah it wasn't comfortable. ...but with that said, it was fun. :) The placemats were made of Chinese newspaper, the drinks were written on colored tape, taped to the mirrors and the menu had remnants of burn marks going with the ""graffitti"" theme I guess. I tried the duck....a confit style duck sliced on top of a portobello mushroom with a mash of some sort that had a chilly kick to it and topped with a sprinkle of crunch. Small dish, but was flavorful :) ....I had the Cotes-de-Rhone with this and it was complimentary. If you are not tired of the smallness of your apartment, come here for a glass of wine and a snack :)",real
6918,"The crispy calamari salad here is my favorite and Continental is one of the extremely few places I'd pick to order a salad over anything else. That says a lot! This salad is delicious and a generous portion. The calamari in it never disappoints. I've tried a handful of other things on the menu, but the calamari salad is definitely my go-to. As far as drinks go, I suggest the astronaut. I used to drink tang all the time when I was little and love seeing it used in a martini.",real
14541,"So, my girlfriends took me out for a pre-bday bar hop and I didn't want to leave this spot. I had so much fun at this bar. The music, ambiance, and drinks were great. We selected the Vegetable Spring Rolls with Sweet Chile Sauce as our appetizer, and I ordered a Blood Orange Margarita. My friends are beer drinkers, which they enjoyed the drinks On Tap. The art decor is amazing, and any man would enjoy the beautiful, nude women plastered on their walls. The bar maid was very accommodating and patient with my friends that wanted to sample the ales. I can't wait to go back to have a meal, and a couple more Blood Orange Margaritas;-)",real
12002,"Im used to going to the original location on Northern blvd in Queens but decided on this location for lunch with a group of friends. The decor inside is really interesting. Definitely has a more upscale vibe than Northern blvd. And the service seems to be better as well. The bartender and our waiter were the best! Now the food was amazing. ..normally I get the Matador combo..but this time I ordered the Jalea. I ordered the small and Im glad I did. I shared this with a friend and we each had two full servings, and their were still leftovers.The seafood was fried perfectly and wasnt greasy. We also ordered the plantains and rice and beans and they great as well. Our group shared pitchers of sangria and that was very good too..a bit sweet for me but enjoyable. Will definitely return..",real
1521,Just ok. Tourist trap. Nothing to return for.  Had a better Cheesesteak elsewhere. Tried both Geno's and Pat's and both fell short on taste.,real
40987,The best french restaurant in NJ.  Period.  Amazing wait staff who are all very knowledgeable in the food they are serving.  Great wine store next door (BYOB) and the owner is always welcoming you once you open the door.  Great selection of foods and a Prixe fixe!,real
35014,Last night was my second visit to Salinas and it was very good - the food and service are amazing.  The one peeve I have is the octopus.  I had it the first time at 10pm at night in June - sent it back - it was like rubber - thought it was a late Friday night slip up..  The wait staff agreed and said the kitchen apologized - offered a replacement dish but I declined and shared my friend's tapas which was excellent (like everything else).   Went back last night (early evening Thurs) and ordered the octopus- it was better - not great and still not tender.  I guess I've been spoiled by Bobby Flay's former Bolo or the top Greek restaurants in NYC that really tenderize their octopus.  I still had to do some major chewing on this octopus and my bf tasted it an agreed.  I didn't send it back - it wasn't awful but wasn't great.   The special Red Snapper was fantastic and the coconut rice pudding is very good.  Love their red sangria and drinks and the staff is over the top amazing and attentive. Will go back soon.,real
10723,"This place is wonderful--the food is consistently good, the couple running it are awesome, reasonably priced...I live nearby and this is my go-to place for take out.  I've eaten there once and that was nice too-- the service is great and they give you free desserts!",real
44735,Great wine bar! Very friendly waitstaff and pretty place. Good selection of wines and food to accompany.,real
13086,Food was okay but not outstanding.   Pasta dishes were very heavy on pasta and stingy on sauce and meat.  Service was good.   High noise level with undiscernable music made conversation difficult.   Unlikely to return.,real
39883,The food here is great! love this place. I'm not spanish but on xmas I love to order pernil and take it to my parents house because no one makes pernil like these people. Love spanish food,real
21941,"Truly outstanding food.  The dumplings, buns, and paneer were fantastic.  The service was very nice and was flexible in letting us split the dumplings and buns half/half between meat and vegetable. The vibe is good too - I'm a fan of the communal seating, even though we scored the two seats off to the left side. The lychee cocktail is the only mixed drink available (lame), but is phenomal.  We asked them to be inventive and serve us a second cocktail that was off menu (again, because the menu only has one cocktail).  It wasn't good.  Lesson learned: don't do that. I definitely recommend.",real
12427,"Service here was just plain awful. Don't ask for water, extra silverwares, or sauces. You won't get any! Some dishes arrive with sharing spoons and some don't. The presentation is just clumsy. Silverware was dirty and we had to wipe it with napkins. Food here is more carribean than Peruvian. Good night.",real
3788,"Some have raved over the food, others have commented on the ""laid back family atmosphere"".  Typically both are great. However, it seems that each time I venture down to Casa Adela without my spanish-speaking roommate, I step through some vortex into a parallel universe.  Instead of smiles, I am met with glares.  I am treated like an asshole.  No matter how nice, quiet and patient I am with the service, I am treated like a nuisance.  It makes me wonder if they haven't mistaken me for someone who took their lunch money when they were younger. Really, I would rate this place a 4, except that when I go by my non-spanish speaking self, this place deserves 0 stars.  So if you are fluent in Dominican or Puerto Rican spanish or can at least fake it, go for it.  Or, if you don't mind being huffed and puffed at or outright ignored, go for it.",fake
43803,"Hands down one of the best, if not the best cheesesteak in philly. Their hoagies are fresh and delish too. Their 9 dollarish stella beer and cheesesteak deal sun thru thurs is an awesome deal as well. A must try spot.",real
40787,"My husband and I were driving from Massachusetts to south Jersey and went to Yelp to find a good sandwich shop.  Based on the terrific reviews for Belgiovine, we went there.  What a great decision that was!  Not only did we have delicious sandwiches, both of which included their mouthwatering homemade mozarella cheese, but we decided to buy some fresh pasta and frozen Italian meals to take home.  We had the meatballs and chicken parmesan for dinner that evening, which were clearly homemade using excellent ingredients and seasonings.  Last but definitely not least, everyone we dealt with was pleasant and helpful.  Belgiovine will now be our go to stop on our trips to New Jersey.",real
27932,"Attraction: Monday price-fix menu! 3 course meals for $25.  This place is not in the most accessible part of town, but worth the travel. At 6pm, the place was pretty  had the whole place to practically to ourselves. Sat in a cute spot in the back near the French window. Small touches I really liked: my seat was a long church bench which they have near the walls, great light fixtures, big candles near the window. Our server was a swell guy, quick and attentive. Though we came for the Monday special, I decided to venture off and get items from the regular menu. Ordered the hush puppies for apps and the duck meatloaf as an entree. Loved the meatloaf (juicy, tender),  though not a fan of the fruity sauce.  SO went with the favorite fried chicken and waffles. Excellent dish! I wish the half side of waffles matched the 3 big pieces of chicken on the meal. Sill not a fan of the syrup (again a dark fruity mix). Pecan pie was an amazing dessert. Best of all, we never felt rushed, even as the place started filling out. Would love to return for brunch, though I fear the long lines.",real
13241,I don't know if this 5 star review is entirely fair since I'm basing it on a strange circumstance. I started conversation with some people that turned out to be friends of the owner. We laughed our asses off and the owner gave me free guiness!!! Clearly an old school bar (apparently the second oldest bar in manhattan) and there's not a whole lot to do. The music was above average but most importantly the owner and the bartender were cool as hell.,real
23318,"After hearing/seeing mixed reviews from friends and online I finally tried out Cuban Pete's myself. I gave this restaurant a 3-star rating because the food and atmosphere were great but the service was horrendous. I felt like I was inconveniencing the person whose job it was to serve us. Went in for an early dinner (party of 2) so we were sat immediately. I was highly impressed with the decor and atmosphere, then our server arrived. No introduction, didn't give us his name, just proceeded to ask ""what are we having"". We ordered the Pineapple Mojito, Goat Cheese Fritters, and Chicken Empanadas to start. The drinks and the tapas came out fairly quickly and were delicious. Our server never returned to see if the food was satisfactory or if we needed anything else even though he had other tables directly next to us. Our entrees arrived which were the Lamb and Pepper stew and the Paella. Both were large portions and once again tasted delicious. Between the sweetness of the mojito and the savoriness of the stew I could really use a glass of water at that point. But once again our server was nowhere to be found. I'm not sure if I would ever go back but if I did it would only be for takeout.",real
33698,Server didn't come give us waters for 30 mins. Ended up walking out. Really dissapointed bc I heard awesome things,fake
3031,"This may be heresy, but for a guy who's lived in many places before moving to Phildelphia, I still have no idea what the fuss about Geno's is all about.  I suppose that enough folks must like their cheesesteaks cold and dry.  However, I tend to like warm and moist beef with real cheese, not the kinda artificial stuff that comes out of a can.  My advice - visit Great Steak and Potato at any suburban mall and save yourself a disappointing experience.",real
48222,"The Zon sandwich was perfect. The pork terrine was delicious and totally elevated the texture and flavor of the sandwich. I recommend eating one half of the sandwich with the cilantro on top and the other half with the meat on top - sounds weird but you experience different flavors with each layer of crunch when you try it this way. The bread is flaky but has a great chewiness to it. The chefs/owners are incredibly kind. It was my first time eating here and I didn't realize they close at 9p on weeknights (because I neglected to read sign on the door) but they didn't turn me away. They welcomed me inside and took time to make menu recommendations. They did not rush my order, making my food meticulously by hand. I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu. Thank you for being so patient, sorry I was so late!",real
19646,"We ended up at Khyber Pass because Eulogy had an hour wait - I'm so glad we did!  We waited 25 minutes (not bad for a Friday night at 8:00), and while the actual length of the wait wasn't bad, the waiting situation is a bit challenging.  The bar area is pretty small, and the only place to wait is sandwiched between the door and the area of the bar where the waiters grab their orders so you're constantly in the way.  That said, the waiters were never impatient with us for being in the way so it was all good. Once seated, the atmosphere totally changes - the seating area is spacious and really nice.  I had the Pulled Pork sandwich with mac and cheese - absolutely amazing.  The Pulled Pork had a delicious vinegary barbecue sauce, and was topped with coleslaw and a buttery, toasted bun - simple, but perfect.  As practically all the other reviews note, the mac and cheese is amazing.  It's baked and has a great layer of crunch on top.  It's served very, very hot (it was still warm at the end of our meal, 30 minutes later) so the cheese stays gooey and delicious and you can take your time eating it.  We shared a slice of pecan pie for dessert, which was also heavenly.  To top of the seriously delicious food, our waitress was incredibly nice and attentive, and didn't rush us at all.  I'll definitely be back!",real
36395,"This place is great. I've spent a lot of time in SoCal and I'm always very disappointed with NYC taco joints, but Taqueria Diana has got it right. My wife and I have eaten our way through all the meats - they are all great but Al Pastor is my favorite. Everything here is great but the nachos are unreal! They make their own home made tortillas! Go now!",real
29890,"Disclaimer: This review is for brunch only. I came here with Hubby, sister-in-law and father-in-law for some brunch. We decided to try Silk City instead of the usual Green Eggs because we didn't want to wait in that long line, and I'd recently heard that Silk City has a pretty legit brunch. Well, I can definitely say that assessment was spot-on. I really loved my Bloody Mary. Any time a bar actually has Absolut Peppar, I know I'm in for a real treat. The addition of the cornichon and the pickled green tomato were also awesome. After consulting with our server, I decided on the popular Huevos Rancheros with the optional house made chorizo. I'm a huge fan of all things Mexican for breakfast, and this did not disappoint. The portion was huge and every flavor was excellent. I expecially enjoyed the chorizo. It was well-seasoned and had just the right amount of spice. This is one of their best sellers, and with good reason. Hubby had the chicken and waffles, and he said it was the best he'd ever had. I tried some and I agreed. For me it was just the right balance of sweet and salty. SIL had the french toast with caramelized apples & pears and whipped ricotta. This was tasty but admittedly not something I would order, but just because I don't typically eat sweet brunch foods. If you are into that sort of thing, this would be right up your alley. FIL had the special that day, which I honestly don't remember other than some pretty fantastic horseradish hash browns. If I see those on the menu again (regardless of what they come with) I'm ordering it. Those hash browns were that good. As far as service, it definitely could have been better. It took us longer than 20 minutes to be greeted by a server on a slowish afternoon and the service continued to be very slow for the rest of our stay. I noticed the bartender goofing off for quite some time after seeing our drink tickets print up on multiple occasions. Again, it really wasn't busy at all so there is no reason why I should have to wait 15 minutes for a Bloody Mary. Normally I would deduct more stars for bad service, but the food was just so good I can't bring myself to do that. We sat outside in the beer garden, and I definitely recommend that if it's a nice day. There is a lot of seating, so there is was no wait for a table.",real
40756,Love this deli!  Their sausage stuffed roasted peppers are the best!  I love their meatball sub - it has fresh percorino shavings and the best red sauce!,fake
27810,The food and service here is ok. Its has a great atmosphere for a nicer meal with friends or a more intimate dinner with a date but the food was somehow lacking. The hush puppies were bland and almost burnt and the buttermilk fried chicken and waffle wasn't seasoned well. The Waffle was supposed to be a cheddar waffle but it was covered in powder sugar and came out more sweet than savory. I would go back to give it a second chance but I wasn't too impressed.,real
12764,"Came here with my cousin and wanted to eat a meal before watching Wicked. Got the Matador combo and was not disappointed. Ambiance was very nice and I liked the display ceiling they made with sticks. I saw a lot of things I wanted to try for appetizer, but we were running low on time so I just went with the pio pio chicken. Chicken was very tender and tasty, wouldn't say juices erupted from the white meat, but it was easy to take down. The green sauce that came with it was awesome! Avocado salad was a nice item to have to clear the palate. The rice and beans was tasteless so we just left that alone. The fries and hot dog was good, but if they would season the fries that would've been even better. We were stuffed after finishing the chicken and the avocado salad, we left half the fries and rice/beans. The rice and bean was the only really weak point of the meal, but other than that everything else was great. I think this combo can feed 3 people, maybe 4 if everyone isn't a bit eater. If you want appetizers than this will definitely be enough for 3 or 4. Price was $36 for the matador combo, probably would do the other combo (without rice/beans & the hotdog) next time. Decent price, but probably a tad high given that it was only chicken. Would go back again, this is probably a once every 3 month kinda place, I think if you go here too often you'll just get tired of the taste.",real
31926,"Just moved to the neighborhood and was welcomed here immediately. Fantastic craft beer selection, along with great choice of hotdogs.",real
8663,"I am giving this little Gowanus restaurant four stars, for several reasons. First, the waiter, who was new but trying very hard, and second, for the lovely glass of wine I finally got, although it was $16 a glass (better than the $19/glass I tasted first). Okay, and I loved my first little plate of chanterelles, egg and salad. Unfortunately, as many other reviewers have noted, the food and wine were as highly priced as the most sophisticated new restaurant on Smith Street or in Williamsburg, without the expected consistency or ambiance. Some of the food was great, but some was..  inedible. (Do not, whatever you do, order the mackerel with raw uni.) Although I admit they were great about it. They brought something else and didn't charge me -- which is yet another reason for four stars rather than three. As for the ambiance, it was fine for a low-key wine bar. It was just too downmarket -- the peeling paint, the warehouse feeling -- for an expensive, high-end dinner. My advice would be to polish just a bit -- not too much -- but just a bit. And maybe a little less peeling paint.",real
33216,"Margarita was sad, weak & all Roses Lime syrup!  Salsa & chips was good, guacamole was bland.  Food was just OK, more like Tex-Mex, along the lines of Torro Loco. We had the enchiladas, quesadillas, tacos & the combo with chicken tamale, chicken mole enchilada & beef chile relleno. Service was OK.  I won't be back anytime soon!",real
7072,"My boyfriend and I had a GREAT brunch at the Continental Midtown! This is a great place for locals to bring visitors. Fantastic eggs benedict, omelet, yummy breakfast drinks, and tasty coffee graced our lucky tummies. And we had a great time with the swings! Next time we are in Philadelphia, this is a place we will make an effort to get back to.",real
35358,"Sadly, this place has good food but is so unbelievably overpriced that I would never go back. The service was good, atmosphere too, but you cannot justify those prices. My advice would be to go to Boqueria where the food is better, it always has a good crowd and it is so much cheaper.",real
27554,"I visited this restaurant on the last day of Brooklyn Restaurant week. I thought that because it was a Thursday night the wait would not be long. I was wrong. I was told it would be 1hr and a half. The wait was well worth it. The food was great, my waiter attentive and informative, the atmosphere was cozy and nice. I highly recommend this place and you should try the buttermilk chicken. Just prepare yourself for the wait.",real
43276,"Girlfriend and I went here for the first time today, and everything was great! We ordered the blackened sesame chicken w/ soup & spicy chicken sandwich. For drinks, we had the chocolate granita & strawberry white chocolate smoothie. AND for dessert, we had the euphoria sundae, haha. Service = great, interior = great, and food = great! We will be coming back!",real
30251,"i was more stoked on the food than the booze, honestly.. although after paying for drinks in new york city for the last year and a half, $2 pbrs were heaven sent. the crowd was iffy, the music was okay. but food! in the same place as reasonably priced alcoholic beverages? if i'd had more cash on me, i would have had a field day. i can safely say if this bar were in new york, it would probably only warrant 2 stars, if that. yay philly!",real
44851,"I am the ""Boyfriend"" who took Shirley F. to this restaurant for the weekend following Valentine's Day. I won't reiterate our findings (see her review for details), but I will add that if the minor issues are addressed, this place would immediately deserve a five star review. As suggested by Shirley F.'s comments, you will often need to experiment a bit with the food to experience the proper flavor combinations. There is certainly nothing wrong with that, but oftentimes they do not provide enough of an item serving as a flavor contrast (e.g., the mostarda of the salumi/cheese plate or the ice cream included with the bread pudding). The service is excellent; the wait staff is young but very knowledgeable. Interestingly, the valet service was composed of three individuals, two of which actually held the doors of my car open for us. This restaurant is definitely worth at least a try for its fresh ingredients. You can really taste the difference. There are some reviews here that complain about the prices, but $60/person including four courses, two glasses of wine and tip is pretty much average for this sort of dining.",real
35966,It is now open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch. The food they serve for lunch is fantastic and the atmosphere and service are also very pleasing. If you have gone their for dinner definitely stop in for lunch.,real
205,"Every time I've been to Formosa, I've gone with a friend of mine that knows the menu inside and out, so knows exactly what to order. We've always eaten 'Family Style' by just ordering a bunch of dishes and sharing, which I think is the way to go, especially with larger groups. I've really enjoyed everything I've eaten here from the cumin beef to the ma po tofu. Formosa has some great food. Unfortunately, they also have very oily food. So for those of use that have issues with oily food, it's a double edged sword. So that may affect my future visits. I think I'll try the sushi if I go again.",real
18883,Their pizza is amazing... This is one of my places I need to stop by every time I visit NYC. Get their margherita pizza! My fav over here. My only thing is be wary of the seating here. It's very cramp but the pizza is definitely worthwhile if you want a NYC style pizza :),real
7138,"Hip, youthful midtown drinkery with very creative appetizer and dining choices, I've probably tried over 20 of their menu items and they were always good, even our non-carnivore friends find good vegan items on the menu.    Prices are ok for a trendy place, noise can be very high during busy hours.",real
40886,"I visited Mama Mary's for the first time on March 4, 2010.  A group of co-workers wanted some real soul food.  It's unfortunate Sandra's closed, but I heard Mama Mary's is owned by a relative to the owner of Sandra's.  I was very excited as I had a craving for some really good fried chicken, macaroni & cheese, and fried okra.  I even ordered an extra side of fried shrimp.  My co-worker said that the service is very slow, and that it would be better to order ahead of time.  So when we got there (about 6 of us), they served our dinners in to go plates.  My co-worker said that she and her husband go there often, and they always order ahead of time, and they've never been served dinner in to go containers. Anyway, we were hungry and started right in.  The shrimp were pretty good, but they were quite stingy with the tartar sauce for me and another person who ordered fish.  The fried chicken was bland, the mac and cheese were just oily and not so cheesy, the okra virtually had no flavor.  I thought maybe if I save the meal for the next day, that it would taste better.  Sorry, didn't pass on that either. There were two waitresses/cashiers.  One was on her cell phone the whole time, and the other one was mostly helping customers.  We wanted dessert, and stood up to view the desserts on display.  The waitress never came back to our table for dessert orders.  So one of my co-workers wrote on a piece of paper all of our dessert orders and gave it to the waitress.  I could not believe it.  She then gives us the dessert orders in to go packages again!  She wrapped my coconut pineapple cake in foil !!  The cake was OK.  I felt the frosting was almost commercially made...no buttercream or anything.  However, the cake was moist and there was plenty of pineapple. My co-worker who visits Mama's often went in the back to talk to the owner about the bad service.  So he proceeds to give her his direct phone number to call in her order so that she could be served quicker.  Can you imagine?  Hopefully he gets better help in the dining room.  Although I was not at all impressed with the food, many of my co-workers loved the food.  If he betters the service, I think he would get more business. I think I am spoiled on Southern food as I grew up in Mississippi, and I know what real fried okra, mac & cheese, fried fish, fried chicken, and cornbread taste like.  This is a knock off, and if you want real Southern food with good service, find a true Southerner and invite yourself over to their house for dinner. I won't be returning to this place anytime soon.",real
35488,"We came to Philadelphia for the weekend with some friends and were looking for a nice place to eat. We stumbled upon Rouge via an internet site. They were able to accommodate us with a table for six on a busy Friday evening. Then we needed to change to a table for eight people, no problem. Then running late due to traffic we had to change our reservation time, once a gain no problem. When we finally arrived, it was as good as I had been telling my friends all day. Great look and feel, friendly staff and great location off the square. Some reviewers said the noise level was loud, well for an intimate place with lively people you can expect elevated noise levels. It was not a problem, my crowd fit right in and didn't have any trouble with our conversations across the group. Our server was awesome. She knew the menu inside and out, had great suggestions for entrees an drink as well. Very attentive through out meal. The food did not disappoint either, it was delicious! My wife had a gluten free meal which was as tasty as they come. Bravo Rouge, we wil see you again!",fake
36571,"The coffee is good, the staff is friendly and the environment is peaceful. I just wish they had slightly longer hours.",real
31544,"We had a great meal here. Take out, though they deliver. I have been to Bangladesh, and I have to say that Star of India will give you authentic spice if you ask. They ask how you want your food. They are really nice and responsive. We had tandoor chicken tikaa, Bangalore vegetables, pickled mango chutney, roti, and rice pudding. They were all great and spicy (we asked for it spicy). I definitely recommend the rice pudding to cool the palate. Looking forward to going back. Especially for the buffet!",real
22220,"Best happy hour in phila hands down. The wings are awesome. The bartenders are always cool. Awesome place to see a show, but recently they haven't been booking any acts i'm interested in. It seems R5 is pulling all the bigger names to JB's and the church lately.",fake
42199,The food is delicious and I feel angelic during and after eating it!  Cocktails are a surprise treat.,fake
7304,"Place was great...interesting decor to it...kinda felt like a combination of a lounge and a jersey diner. anywhere that i can get a 25oz bottle of Chimay I am instantly a fan of.  If I can also order food at said establishment, then we are starting to move into something special. Not only can you order food, but the food was AWESOME...tapas style...goes great late night with drinks. lobster mac, indian spiced sausage, lettuce wraps, and i think pasta. all were fantastic, but the lobster mac and cheese was def the highlight...it was actually orzo i believe which was very interesting.. topped it all off with 2 desserts, a blondie thing and a peanut butter thing..forget the names (i was mildly intoxicated at that point) but they were AWESOME... I totally recommend Continental and will definitely return when I visit philly again",real
21949,"This restaurant is teeeny.  My friend had warned me that this was a small restaurant and I wasn't expecting it to be THAT small. Graffiti is about the size of some other restaurant's lobby area.   With that said, they make the most out of the space and it's really a cute, cozy space.  Most tables need to be shared.  Our party of 4 had to share a table with a couple who obviously were on a 2nd or 3rd date, which made it kinda awkward (probably more for them than us).   Food is excellent.  We ordered an array from the menu and was really pleased that the kitchen can accommodate and prepare half a dish with meat and the other half vegetarian.  Each dish was really balanced with various spices and textures.  Loved the hummus pizza, pork and eggplant buns, and we had a yummy hazelnut chocolate dessert as well. P.S.  you need to check out the bathroom at Graffitti.  It's the teeniest bathroom I've ever been in.",real
32451,"This eatery is very consistent, a rarity these days. While its location leads me to choose 4 start rather than 5 (it's off of Shelburne Rd. in the car dealership district), this is a quality restaurant that even your picky grandparents will like. They have a decent wine list and reasonable prices. Go upstairs for a formal dinner or remain on the bottom floor for a more casual dining experience. For entrees, you can't go wrong, and their soups and salads are all divine. Definitely try the crab cakes. And lastly, this may be the only restaurant in two that serves Bananas Foster, my personal favorite!",real
31137,"Very good food here, good service, nice quiet downstairs or bustling upstairs. Our top choice for Indian food in the area.",real
41818,Very solid.,real
40864,"5 star atmosphere, and food. The best home cooked southern meal I've had since I moved from Atlanta.",fake
20441,"Disappointing, overhyped, and overpriced. Yes, this is theoretically a cute little Italian place. The location is great, there is outdoor seating, and inside the place is dimly lit with chandeliers and a little cramped with small tables. Sounds like it could be romantic, but it isn't. It's so loud, and you are so close to the tables next to you, that it's really really the opposite. We spent the night unfortunately unable to escape the terrible double date happening next to us. The food is alright, but not great Italian food (except the gnocchi with truffle sauce which was delicious). The beef in the carpaccio had an interesting lack of flavor. The rest was so-so. Maybe only good for larger groups of people or people focused on being trendy.",real
48085,"One of my favorite places in Old City.  Very laid back atmosphere, cool people, great selection of beer and great food.",real
19401,"Great beer list, great staff, and some damn fine food. Pulled pork nachos, that is all, folks.",real
10360,"Good turkey burger (with actual REAL cheddar on it), but sadly you have to buy fries separately. Ice cream is pretty standard but a bit pricey. What really makes it here is the view of the Lake. Absolutely gorgeous.",fake
1926,"Overrated, over priced tourist trap!!  The food is ok at best.",real
2526,"Very disappointed. Stopped by Phila on the way to AC shouldnt have wasted gas. The bun was cold, meat was very average at best. I was expecting much more but I guess it more of a tourist trap.",real
19781,"Fantastic food. I had the pancakes with berries and my son had the hash & scramble wrap. Both entrees were fresh and very filling. I could not finish the pancakes due to the large portion size (my son took care of that). Real maple syrup, of course, and cinnamon ""butter"". There are gluten-free options and a variety of baked goods. We'll definitely be back.",real
39411,"Bisto Les Amis you made me so happy.   I stumbled in on a brutally cold Thanksgiving Day. It probably wasn't cold for the natives but this Texas girl thought she was DYING.   Anyway, I had reservations for Thanksgiving, but I ended up showing up early (rude). Bistro Les Amis happily found a spot for my family and I.  The atmosphere was cozy and inviting and the staff couldn't have been kinder!   The Thanksgiving Prix Fixe was great! Seriously, we were served all sorts of yummy stuff like Carrot Ginger Soup, Bread, Salad, Turkey stuffed with SAUSAGE. Yeah, I am like 97% sure my Thanksgiving turkey was better than yours.  We had a fresh take on sweet 'taters and mashed! Oh, they made me ENJOY pumpkin pie ( I usually pass it up) but this stuff was sooooooo good. Bistro Les Amis provided another reason to be depressed when you travel back to chain restaurant heaven Texas!",real
25841,"This place is a hidden gem! I was brought here by a friend who lives in the neighborhood. It is a cute little winebar that has a really cozy feel. The service/staff there is so friendly and attentive. They have a decent selection of wine at a very reasonable price (most bottles falling between $30-$40). We ordered a cheese and meat plate and were given a full basket of sliced baguettes (def a plus after being to so many wine bars that are stingy with the bread). They don't have a huge selection of food but it's a wine bar and the bites are pretty sufficient. They have some happy hour specials: Manic Mondays where they off 30% off all bottles of wine that are over $30. Ties-Sat they have $5 prosecco, $4 Stella drafts, and $4 for a glass of wine from the first four wines on either the red or white wine list.",real
21481,"The BEST rice bowl i have ever had by a long shot - I ordered shrimp bowl with rice. it was sweet, salty, spicy and ooooh so good. My taste buds were literally having a dance in my mouth. Thanks Chef!  My daughter had a veggie bowl with salad and enjoyed hers just as much. You have to try this food.",fake
41213,"Went to this place last night on a whim with 10 friends as we were drinking nearby. As there was 10 of us we expected a wait for a table.  It's a pretty small and casual place.  We were told it would be 10-15 mins, but actually it was more like 45.  Luckily they had awesome drinks at the bar - try the mango margarita ($8), it's delicious. Thankfully, the food was worth the wait!  I had a delicious shrimp dish, in a spicy soup as an appetizer, and then an amazing beef stew ($18) for entree.  Several of my friends got the pork shank special ($21), which was equally delicious - cooked for 12 hours, so falling off the bone. We had a bit of trouble with the check at the end as they'd added a couple of things to it by mistake, but once we pointed it out they were happy to remove those items. The owner and staff were pretty friendly too.",real
48955,"The food is amazing. They have the best vegan burger in Philadelphia. That being said, the service has truly declined. We have been eating here since it's opening and were always happy with the service. Recently, we attempted to eat here on a Friday. We attempted to call ahead and order food. They would not allow us to order. We arrived and it was crowded. A very rude and abrupt cashier with blue hair asked us if we were eating in or carrying out. We answered eating in as she walked away from us she muttered 35 minutes. She then did not return to the counter. I had to yell across to her to ask if we could carry out. She then told us 45 minutes to carry out. I could understand her lack of manning the counter if she was helping out in the kitchen, but she was not. She was rude and brusque.",real
46402,"I rarely give 5 stars, but I truly have to for this establishment. While it doesn't have indoor seating, it does have a great wooden bar to eat at just to the left of the order/pick-up window as well as benches just around the corner. This isn't a problem as the food is quick and easy to eat since the portions aren't massive, but you sure do get a lot for your dollar in terms of flavor and satisfaction. I ordered a small cup of grits (which wasn't that small to begin with--a great value) with three additional toppings: a thick slice of bacon (yes, just one slice, but it's deliciously smoky and truly thick), pesto, and a soft egg. The grits were creamy and actually had a wonderful texture and peppery flavor, unlike any kind you might get at another quick-service location. The toppings were perfect in complementing and not overwhelming the grits. I also got a small pecan sticky bun which was sweet, citrusy, and harmoniously spicy. My friend ordered one of their sandwiches and was also very pleased and completely satisfied by the end of his brunch. The prices are a little intimidating at first, I'll admit. But once you have a taste, you'll realize that the two folks who run this comfort food joint are giving you a great bang for your buck. I paid less than $10 including tax and a 15% tip, which they've made easy to do by card with their touch screen point-of-sale system. And how could I not tip after being warmly greeted by the quirky and upbeat girl running the front? Plus the line moves quickly and you get your food minutes after ordering. You can see the cook in the back hustling to break records without breaking a sweat. If the weather's fine, make this place your next pit stop for good eats in the morning.",real
29472,"I consider myself a hard core foodie but I am very ashamed that I don't document all the great experiences I have had. So here it goes: a date to remember - 6/13/2014, my first food review. Bohemian has the best miso cod and Wagyu beef. Period. Can't come here without getting both. I have been here twice so far and was amazed both times, more so the second than the first time. The miso cod is so flavorful and tender. You can easily ""peel"" each slice and it just melts in your mouth. The sea urchin side that came with it is also very tasty. The steak is marinated so well and seems to be cooked in slices, therefore, every bite is equally good. You know your steak is good when you don't need any sauce to supplement it. I didn't even use the salt that comes with it. TIP: substitute the regular fries with sweet potato fries. My best food partner, Z, who doesn't like sweet potato fries, was blown away by it. One thing about the steak is that the portion is too big... was stuffed both times by the steak. My favorite appetizer is the beef sashimi. It's good not only because it's top notch beef, but because it's just slightly kissed by temperature on one side. We tried the mac and cheese and would definitely recommend it. But the bread with tomato spread really steals the shine away from the mac and cheese. Had uni croquette recently. Uni is very fresh, and the mushroom stuffing mixed so well with Uni. Eating them separately just doesn't give you the same satisfaction. They complement each other perfectly: warm and chill... I generally don't like croquette because it's fried, but I am hands up for this one. The other uni dish we tried the first time was the rice bowl with salmon roe. It's really a little tea cup. Very good to, worth a try. But the roe and uni and rich don't blend as well as the uni croquette. What's more... oh right, the foie gras soba. it's probably my least favorite from everything i have tried. Personally i like warm foie gra and not a big fan of soba to begin with. Still the cold soup is very tasty. It's just not a personal favorite. Honestly,  I don't think you can go wrong with any item on their menu. One more dish that I really want to try is the branzini but never had the capacity... will come back one day for it. I have never tried their desserts because by the time I get to it I need a break from food... also don't find the dessert menu too appealing. So what I did was - taking a walk/break and going to Cha-An for my favorite dessert place in East Village to finish off a perfect meal. Even during a thunderstorm... Now I want to share the story of how I first ""met"" bohemian, or mostly importantly, document the encounter for myself. As people mentioned in previous reviews, you can't make a reservation for this place without someone referring you. Unfortunately, I didn't know anyone that has been here (and I was stupid not to ask yelpers for help). So as crazy as I was, I grabbed Z in a random evening when we were hanging out in Jersey City, and went straight to Bohemian to try the luck. Of course we didn't have any. But I was given an email address so I sent an ""application essay"". A few weeks later, I made my first visit and I have to say all the efforts were worthy. Also found out that the Tokyo one is even smaller and harder to get in. Hmmm, maybe will try that sometime in the future. PS: People have described enough about the set up and ambiance of the restaurant. Do other yelpers find their seating really uncomfortable though? really low table and the chairs are not suitable. I feel like I need to bend over for food on the table. Tried the bar second time. much better!",real
11811,"Blue Ribbon is a great place to grab a dinner in NYC.   They have great fresh seafood, oysters, lobster etc.  A nice variety of menu items, with flawless execution on most dishes.   The staff is awesome, definetly into food and restaurants.  Lacks most of the snobbyness found in lots of NYC restaurants.",real
48368,"the place is so tiny and busy and best for pick up/take out but if you've never had a vietnam sandwich you have to go here and try it! one bite has all these flavors of cilantro, mayo, pork, jalapeno, crunchy cucumbers and carrots..all on a baguette.  it's one of the foods where you try it once and then crave later",real
16197,"- Good pancakes, not worth an hour wait tho - Sweet bacon is some of the best I've ever eaten - Coffee is good - Pause cafe, across the street, let's you linger if you buy something. Just stretch out your smoothie and make it last an hour. Don't forget to take advantage f free plugs and WiFi",real
21503,"Good place for quick, yummy Japanese food. You go up to the counter and order, then pick up your food within 5 minutes and can eat at a table in there or take it to go. Highly recommend the rice bowl with beef and white rice. It has lots of vegetables and teriyaki sauce with it- delicious. The tuna burger is also very good. I had the spider roll and would say that's only so-so though (3/5 stars).",real
46832,"I'm surprised this restaurant has such a low rating, i eat here pretty regularly and recommend their pizza to most other similar restaurants in the area.  The best part is they have many different varieties of pizza pre-cooked and ready to heat up if you don't feel like waiting around.   For Pizza i recommend the Ziti slice and the Vegetable. Also they have a good Cold Antipast",real
15422,"Food worth fighting for I was attempting to box in the ethos of Northern Spy into a predictably cliched tag line to impress my dining companion, an advertising account manager and a self described ""Miss Draper"".   Tasty, locally sourced, and seasonal dishes such as a silky smooth gnocchi with sweet potato puree, or the simple and flavorful artichoke panzanella salad are estranged by the incredibly cramped seating.  We were unreasonably bumped and jostled by passing service staff as we sipped on reasonably priced wines. Our food clashed with the cacophony of the dining room - buttery green beans, perfectly al dente and spiked with a whiff of heat and anchovies did battle with the blare.  A speechlessly good braised lamb shank, marred by our squawking fellow diners. Despite the discomfort and din, the service is friendly and drinks are reasonable enough to get your Freddy Rumson on without too much guilt.  The scene is that much loved and faithfully replicated hipster/casual vibe of the East Village.  Most importantly, the food is compelling and delicious - worth a bump or bruise.  It's food worth fighting for.",real
24484,"I had a $3 Yard's Love Stoudt on a Friday during happy hour!  This is about as good as it can get, although it took a while to get to our table.  It was a small crowd until about 6:15, but as my friend and I departed the place was definitely filling up.  Their beer list cannot possibly disappoint a beer lover!",real
35610,Came here for brunch and lunch. Love this place. Great place for people watch. Dog friendly for outdoor seating. I come here for brunch with my little doggie on the nice day.  Great food great service.,real
39504,my favorite neighborhood place/great food/great service/cozy and friendly atmosphere and Vera makes the perfect Gimlet !!!!!!!!,real
17524,"Although it was a busy Monday due to the Labor Day holiday Devon the maitre'd was pretty exact w/ the hour long wait time. Although the wait was long my partner, our 4 year old and I knew it would be worth the wait. We had the blueberry pancakes, banana pancakes and biscuit. All of it absolutely delicious and we'd totally come back to this place for both the food and great service.",real
21654,"I was actually supposed to come here for lunch a few weeks back with my sister and her friend.  But, life happens and well that never happened.  So, it was serendipitous that I was ""walking"" on empty when I noticed this place and decided to grab lunch here.  I was so hungry I wanted everything on the menu.  To make my life easier, I asked the cashier what she liked.  And she suggested the spicy tuna roll.  A couple of minutes later the handheld device I was given vibrated and I went to pickup my order. A few seconds later it was love at first bite; the spicy tuna is spectacular, mouthwatering, piquant, and flavorful. Space-wise it's a pretty narrow place with seating that will fill up quickly during the lunch rush (I arrived a bit after the lunch rush, so it wasn't crowded at all).  I'll definitely be back--kobe beef burger + tempura sweet potato fries are looking mighty good to me :)",real
7755,one of the best restaurants that i have ever been to. highly recommended. great lamb dishes!,real
12045,"Get the Matador Combo and split it with at least 4 people and you're set. Just do it. The green sauce is to die for. If you're feeling a little thirsty, get the red sangria! The only thing was that with a reservation, we still had to wait about 15 minutes. Also, don't bring a cake for someone's birthday because they'll charge you $25 to bring it out. Oh, if you're looking for something less classy and faster, just go to Pio Pio Riko next to Penn Station.",real
42702,I arrived last Sunday and the place was packed mid afternoon (which was surprising because of the time). We had stopped for hot chocolate and dessert.   I was disappointed they had no gluten free options.   Chocolate typically does not contain wheat so this isn't such an extreme request.  We ordered hot chocolate and a platter of smores (most of the family are not afflicted with celiac).  The service was fine. The hot chocolate was underwhelming.  Frankly it tasted like it came from a powder mix.  I wouldn't recommend it. The food is ok. The noise level boisterous and the design of the doors leave the restaurant temperature variation unpredictable and frustrating.  There are better places to eat in the vicinity.,real
10260,"You know, about 1.5 years ago, I would have hands-down given White Dog a solid 5/5 stars. White Dog used to be my favorite campus bar; a place to get away from the usual scene of Smokey Joe's and the Blarney Stone. The cafe had solid, cheap food, and $2 microbrew pints after 10pm... a deal, in my opinion, that could not be beat. Then, the management changed or something, and everything went to hell. Their best menu items were taken off the menu, and replaced with overpriced dishes that students only ordered when their parents were in town. The service plummeted, as the servers and bartenders became really unfriendly and, honestly, a little incompetent. I feel like whereas before White Dog used to cater to the students of Penn, the new management turned their backs on them. With the expansions happening around campus and new places popping up all the time, nowadays it's easy to overlook this establishment.",real
5018,Much better than expected. The juices are simply amazing,real
7784,"Went here for a special dinner on a weekday evening around 8:45pm. Got seated immediately upon arrival and had an attentive waiter. Order the Greek Salad, platter of 3 different spreads & zucchini chips to start with some wine. That would have been enough food except we went for the baby lamb chops as well, which put us over the edge! Everything was very tasty though we didn't like the fish spread on the platter. Will definitely be going back but next time we'll probably just order a bunch of apps!",real
49089,"I've been to a few burger joints around the city and I'd have to say this place is the BEST place so far. I had my friend pick up a reg burger with large fries and brought it to me at my job. I asked for Medium Rare, it WAS medium rare! Juicy and delicious. Cant wait for her to pick it up for me again!",real
41200,Nice lighting Very cozy spot Quick and genuinely nice service had the "Camarones Enchilados" with a strawberry margarita and it was awesome! Well made drinks Lastly: left a 21% tip.,real
8096,very good.   Just too expensive.,real
33865,"This atmosphere here is fun! I always want to go in when I walk by. And the food is pretty decent, but a little overpriced. If I'm craving Mexican food though I would rather go to one of the many taquerias that are around. Unfortunately on several occasions I have felt like they left out the alcohol in the margaritas. Even when you are paying full price (not during HH), they don't really put much in. Plus the flavor is only okay. Disappointing really.",real
7228,"I really love this place!  The decor is so cool and fun!  The place really has so much to offer - cool bar, fun rooftop, great restaurant.  Also, the kitchen is open until midnight. I love their drinks, especially the $40 bottle of champagne.  Food is pretty good, but it should be noted that it can best be described as family style.  our waitress told us it was tapas style so we all ordered 2 dishes.  Welllllll this resulted in a TON of food being delivered to our tables!  Mac and cheese, lettuce wraps, chicken satay and bbq quesadilla stand out to me.  I also loved the philly cheese steak eggroll.  It was huge, completely gluttonous, greasy, yet inventive.",real
16158,"First off, there is a very long wait if you get there after it opens. A party of three got to the place at 11 am and was put on the waitlist for an average of 3 hours. We were seated a little before 1 pm, after killing some time at a small coffee shop down the street. Onto the food, we ordered the Brioche French Toast, Wild Maine Blueberry Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter, Po Boy, and Nordic Benedict. Brioche French Toast: I love carmelized anything, so carmelized bananas were on point, paired with the pecans and the light and soft waffle. Add in the warm maple butter, and it's heaven in a dish. Pancakes: The pancakes itself is hands down the best pancakes I've ever had. So light, so fluffy, so delectable, and that syrup has crack in it, I swear. It's amazing, like the other reviewers have mentioned, there should be bottle packaging of this heavenly concoction cause we just couldn't get enough. Po Boy: It was okay, fries were better than the Po Boy. (Actually, I haven't had the chance to try it since I was so full, but my friend said it was okay.) Nordic Benedict: Small portion, but it was yummy. Crispy Potato Pancakes are the bomb. If you do plan on going, try weekday evenings since there's little to no wait. They do still offer brunch menu at night. Awesome. Also no cash on weekends, they take cards on weekdays only.",real
42788,"Eat here for dessert!!!!! While their regular food is good, the desserts and specialty drinks are truly amazing! From chocolate pizzas and ice creams sundaes to hot chocolate and fondue, everything is over-the-top and delicious! Definitely great for kids, but my friends and I had a great time as well! The restaurant isn't too noisy, so it's a fun spot to hang out with friends and go a little crazy on sugar! My advice: skip the main course and go right to dessert!",real
29888,"Excellent food, my friends and I are regulars here for breakfast lunch and dinner! Tonight I got the soup de jour, an Indian stew with seasonal veggies. It was delicious; fragrant, spicy and well balanced. The calamari app was great too- served with a homemade dipping sauce and fried jalapeños! Delish. The bloody Marie's are to die for. I take all my good friends here, and they are never disappointed with the excellent food, quirky atmosphere and welcoming service. Always a 5/5 in my books.",real
9373,"I was there with my fiancé and 3 year old daughter!!!!   It was the most amazing exotic food that I ever had!!!!   Staff are super friendly!!!!   Love the cocktail drink ""coconut"",,,,      Please get this drink!!!!!!   I will be back next week!!!!",real
23901,The Rodizio here is outstanding! I went with a group of co-workers and we all left stuffed to the gills! We think it became sort of a challenge with the wait staff to see how much food they could pack into us! I'm not a light eater but there was no chance I was keeping up with the amount of rodizio meats they were ferrying to the table.,real
10602,This place may be in a bit of a "rough" neighborhood but it was worth the trip.  The wifey and i ate dinner here and the food was really good...and we're indian so we know good indian food.  Small restaurant but the customer service is extremely friendly and accommodating. The next time someone refers to an indian as a "gandhi" they can be proud thanks to this fine establishment.,real
31630,These guys had 3 different octoberfests that were all on special for $3. All excellent. The pretzel nuggets w beer cheese sauce and mustard really took the cake tho - probably the best pretzels ive ever had. Large portions too!,real
24392,"WTF dudes, seriously? You're the only game in town & you fail miserably. Surly staff? Check. Pretentious hop-heavy draft list? Check. Shitty policy where I have to vacate the dining room as soon as I'm  finished my meal? Check. But you're a block away from my house. And your greasy brunch is decent (edit - although the last time we were there, I ordered my eggs over easy & they came out with the edges burnt & the yolks solid - c'mon chef, that's rude) . And your bartender on the weekends during the day rules. Seriously, that dude is the man. They recently acquired an executive chef. Pretty fancy for a bar that vehemently denies being a gastropub, eh?  Well... Get rid of him. He effed up your menu. The only reason I go to your bar (besides for a hang-over curing brunch) is for a Walt Wit and the seitan Ruben. What the eff did that guy do to it??!! A Ruben is: a heaping mound of corned beef (vegan or otherwise), sauerkraut, Russian dressing & rye bread. And that's what you served. And it was amazing. Now it's 3 slices measly of seitan, some nasty red cabbage bullshit, overly vinegary mustard and soggy pumpernickel.  BRING BACK THE OG RUBEN! Vegetarian/Vegans love simple/comfort food too! My bf had the General Tso tofu hoagie, and normally he's a LOVER of the General. He said this tasted like lemon Smartees - not a good thing & not Tso-y at all. Another in our group had the salmon BLT. The salmon looked like it came out of an Oscar Mayer package. Get it together! Good food is simple food. And get some damn bourbon mayonnaise or aioli for your fries. It's 2012....",real
19162,"Ordered a Masala Dosa and Veggie Roti. The food was not great! The potatoes in the masala dosa did not have enough salt. Dosa batter had not fermented and hence the Dosa tasted a little bland and flavorless. Important quality of Dosa is its crispiness and this one passed that test. The Roti was good and goes well as an appetizer. I also got a Sri Lankan ginger beer and I like the fact that he has over 40 types of Sodas (or so he claims!) The line was not too long on the day we went (Friday Lunch). However Dosas generally seem to take a long time to make and ""Dosa man"" does take his time to ensure that the Dosas are properly made till they turn crispy.. This could be frustrating and you need to be prepared to wait. One big problem I had was to watch him bump people in the line and I saw at least 2 or3 people get their Dosas before us even though they came way after us. I guess if you are a NYU regular he hooks you up. Overall, I would say try it once and judge for yourself. For me, this was nowhere close to a good Dosa and was definitely not worth the wait. But it was not bad. If I go here next time, I may try the ""Jaffna Lunch"". It sounds very interesting",real
9949,"This place is great! I went here with a group of my friends for my best friend's birthday. After telling the restaurant before hand that it was her birthday they had a card waiting for her. We all ordered bottomless brunch and the drinks came quickly and weren't watered down. Our waiter was Casey, he was very attentive and never made us feel rushed to leave. The food was delicious and the portions were huge. We will most definitely be returning!!",real
39389,"After reading my review, the owner reached out to me. I will increase my rating to 3 stars due to his customer service. He assured me that he spoke with the waiter about this particular incidence. I respect an owner that will take feedback in order to keep his restaurant up to standards and successful. It was greatly appreciated.",real
41130,"Adorbs, friendly Cuban spot in the village. Had a few things - guac, shrimp, steak. All really yummy, but pretty high prices for the area/atmosphere/portions. Nothing to complain about, but nothing amazing enough to justify the cost. I would come back if someone else wanted to, but not on my repeat list.",real
32262,"I've been here a few time.They have a good happy hour. The food was so tasty, friendly servers and beautiful decor!! I am a big fan now:)...",real
30629,"The best olives we'd ever had.  Coriander - - kind of a sweet taste, underneath that.  Good sardines.  Pork juicy and bright.  A marmalade made out of something I'd never heard of--yuzu.  Bread pudding with vanilla and lots of cardamon.  Also good: roasted capers: woah.",real
18447,"Came here based on the recommendation of someone I barely know but who has so far proven to be spot on with his picks (thanks, Eugene B.!).  It was the last day my visitors were in town and I was so sad but I realized I couldn't keep them hostage. The museums I had originally wanted to visit that day were closed so brunch was the next best option.  Off we went to Clinton St. Baking Company.  Another quaint and cute but not dirty little restaurant in the LES where the servers seem to really understand the menu.  There was about a 20-30 minute wait on a Monday so I can only imagine what it's like on the weekend.   Although the pancakes were highly recommended, no one was in the mood for sweet.  I had the turkey chili which was meaty but also included some veggies and a biscuit.  It had a nice light flavor, not too salty, but also not watery and came with this amazing chipotle sour cream.  I normally hate sour cream but this was fantastic.  The biscuit was huge and dense so I couldn't eat much of it but  I did make sure to try the raspberry jelly which was not too tart or too sweet.  Yum. I got to try bites of a muenster and carmelized onion omelette and a special of the day, braised short ribs and eggs.  They were both good.  Not overwhelming in flavor but just right. Next time, I'll get the pancakes.  I've got to see what the hype is all about.  (Won't be the same without you guys.  Thanks for coming to see me!)",real
27620,"I love everything about this place.  Went for brunch, and it knocked my socks off.  The pecan caramel sweet roll is not to be missed.  The Huntington Benedict was superb.  Just really loved it!",real
36515,"I walked into Lovers & Madmen right before work to grab a iced latte and perhaps something to eat. When I walked in, I wasn't waited on until about five minutes later. I asked for a iced latte and a blueberry scone. I was given a raspberry scone and the latte was mediocre. The total came out to almost ten dollars and the barista told me that the scone was 4.25. Extremely overpriced for a mediocre scone. The sugar and condiments stand was messy and they had silver stirring spoons which were iffy on whether or not they were clean. Overall, I found that my experience at this cafe too overpriced for an okay scone and watery coffee.",real
2086,"If one place could ruin my love of cheesesteaks, Geno's would be it. There was minimal meat, cheese, and onions. Geno's bread was slightly better than Pat's, but overall, it was lackluster. I also don't understand why you need to order fries at a separate window.",real
15261,Food was great! my portion was small.. could have eaten another item.,real
15379,"The first time we ate here, everything we had was delicious and yummy. The only problem with that visit was that we sat down at 6:45p and the waitress did not come to take our order until 7:02 which wouldn't have been such a big deal except they wouldn't let us get the happy hour special which ended at 7p. The next visit, the chef seemed to have gone crazy with the salt. Everything was over salted. So disappointing since the first visit got me so excited.  I realize everyone has an off day. But I must confess I have not been back since..",real
48564,"A beautiful day in the city with a beautiful lady with me to be honored on mothers day. One could not ask for a better day than this , with a great meal waiting to be had at Spasso. As we entered Spasso we were greeted by the hostess who brought us to our table. As we were perusing the different options of endless enjoyment another lady came by our table. She had welcomed us  with the specials of the day along with that she handed my mother a rose , seeing it was her day.   We started off by ordering 2 bottle of wine for those enjoying seafood, and those enjoying meat.  The bottles ordered were a Verdicchio in white along with a San Gioveze in red was enjoyed with our meals. Both of these enticing wines that enhance every flavor, every touch of detail put into these meals are a dry wine. The best, well one of the best things was bringing the wine back home.   We started off with a few dishes from the  Antipasti menu in 2 orders of Grilled Calamari along with a special of the day in an order of Octopus Carpaccio with Fennel. Simply delicious, the Calamari  was on point. A delightful taste, how the taste wasn't over powered by garlic or oil  used. The Octopus Carpaccio won this battle of the 2 antipasti, barely won I say... barely. I think it was that fennel they used with the fresh squeezed lemon that dressed  over the Octopus lightly grilled that did a number on us.       Main courses were *Veal and Crab-  My mother and I both went with the Veal and Crab which was topped with spinach, crab & lemon butter sauce, mixed vegetables in zucchini red peppers, and cuts of eggplant. I had requested  a side of linguine in a red sauce.  The veal was lightly breaded  that just melted in your mouth. I realized I didn't have to order a side of pasta , seeing this was a very filling dish. I did though have 2 forks of pasta which is a homemade pasta. Simply delicious, a dish that needs to be ordered. (Pasta too, if you think you can handle it)   *Zuppa Di Pesce-  This was an order my father had gone with. The aroma alone from this marvel of a dish was heavenly. The Zuppa has an assorted fresh seafood over a bed of linguine, in a red sauce. The mountain of mussels ,clams, with ginormous pieces of shrimp hidden inside made my fathers day. This is something he enjoyed , and with the looks of it , this is something I will have to try next time. * Grilled Halibut and Asparagus- This was one of the specials my sister had ordered that  they were doing for Mothers Day.  Dressed in a white wine sauce this grilled Halibut simply made for a good meal. The asparagus was grilled also which looked to have been lightly crusted with a Parmesan top on it. My sister enjoyed her dish , so I am taking my sister's word on it. Dessert and espressos' were had by all 4 of us. My father decided to get a limocello also , just because he can. My mother and I both ordered a Tartufo. A Tartufo is ( for those who do not know)  an Italian Ice cream with a couple of flavors of ice cream. Now this little bad boy is all held in with a hard chocolate that is covered  all around. Also inside with the ice cream(s) there could be an assortment of fruits in  cherry, or strawberry . They also go one step and drizzle a raspberry sauce on the outside , making this a must order whenever this is seen on a menu.   A great dinning experience, a staff always making sure you are pleased with your meal, if anything else is needed. Spasso also gives you the option if you would like to dine with the tables outside. Now go in and enjoy !",real
10139,I only had a chance to eat the bar menu but the food was good.  It wasn't the best bar food I've had but the beer selection was great and the staff was very attentive and friendly.,real
43855,"Steaks: Better than some, not as good as my favorites. Great if you graduated from PSU and now live in Manayunk before you move to Conshohocken and settle down slightly before really moving to the suburbs to start a family.  (I'm right behind you watching you.  Enjoy your summer in Avalon)",real
46391,The Pecan Sticky Bun was not what I was expecting but it was amazing. And cheap. Will crave it always.,real
16050,"Loooooooooooooong lines. Go early. Fantastic quality food, but this is not a place for a relaxing brunch. It's noisy, boisterous and they boot you out ASAP to keep the crowds circulating.",fake
30686,"I LOOOOOOVE this place! This is one of the last real-food restaurants in NYC, I believe. I don't buy shoes, I don't buy clothes, don't get drunk at bars, but what I do like to spend my money on is FOOD, and boy, I'll tell you, this is the one restaurant in Brooklyn (possibly even NYC) that I can drop a few Jacksons on a luscious meal and feel like I've got my money's worth. First of all, the head chef has been on-site each time, every time I've been there. How many restaurants can say that? Usually, the main chef is never around and leaves it to his underlings to do all the work. Not so at Get Fresh. Chef supervises all dishes and even comes out to make sure you're enjoying it. Wonderful. Second of all, the food is locally and naturally sourced and prepared fresh on-site! Nothing will ever taste like it's reheated at this place. Plus, seasonings are always perfect, and food is perfectly cooked. All the meat is moist and flavorful, and the veggies are tender but not soggy. Third, staff is uber-friendly and accommodating. This and the Chocolate Room, also on 5th, are THE best htings in Park Slope!",real
34454,Great Food! Cool Place! They do not take reservations on Sat/Sun but as long as you get there before 10 the wait will be 20 minutes or less. They don't take credit cards but they do have an ATM inside.  They don't have a liquor license and are BYOB but they will sell you a $30 carafe of orange juice with a complimentary bottle of prosecco (for the win). I went on a sunday morning with a group of 4.  We arrived at 9:45 and were able to sit by about 10.  There's a little coffee shop set up in the waiting area so we grabbed a coffee/cappuccino while waiting on some comfy couches.  It got pretty crowed by about 10:10 so I would suggest getting there around 9:30 and you should be good with a short wait. The menu is amazing.  My boyfriend and I could not decide on what we wanted so we shared the Red Velvet Pancakes and the Chicken and Waffles Eggs Benedict.  Both are to die for. (Check my picture of these to see a couple plates of heaven) Service was great. Even the guy at the coffee bar was super friendly.,real
44312,"Ordinary, cheesy little Italy joint, unspectacular food",real
15005,"I found this restaurant to be totally uninspiring. I came for dinner with a friend last week and was quite disappointed, as I have heard only good things. To start, the service was slow and felt sluggish. For food, we shared the blue fish to start which was tasty and came with a heaped pile of toast and pickled onions. For main dishes, my friend had the winter squash vegetarian dish and I ordered the roasted chicken. Again, everything tasted good but both the food and atmosphere lacked excitement and creativity. Something just felt off. Looking at the other reviews, maybe this is because I came for dinner and not brunch. I will give it another try at a different time of day.",real
47115,"Gets crazy during lunch time. Had a bowl of Pho for $10, not what i would call value as in Chinatown you get a bowl twice the size for $6. No brisket, no tripe, very disappointed. Service was nothing spectacular. Not sure why there is such a resurgence of this Thai Viet trend that happened in Cali 20 years ago. Is NY late to the game or is it because Thai and Viet cuisine is cheap and cheerfully?",real
44949,"I still love my sababa! As does everyone in my office for an indulgent sandwich. Their falafels are always tender and hot, they have quite the selection of toppings to choose from including things like cilantro hummus and caramelized sweet potatoes. Oh and there's no extra charge for toppings. They also have two towers of meat roasting in the back for the shawarmas, if falafels are not your thing (even though they should be). And if you're a pita bread hater, they offer platters as well. Service is set up like a subway, pick your order, and then pick toppings. It's very fast, and the prices are very reasonable.",real
923,I can't believe the city keeps promoting this dump. Geno's was good fifteen years ago. I don't  even think they are in the to twenty now days. The owners heavily  advertise but their product is sub-standard. Pat's steaks who are the original inventors of the cheese steak is much better and cleaner,fake
49113,"Ok. Whoever decided to mix vegan food and wonderfully delicious hamburgers is either insane or amazing, but probably both It is one of the few places that I can go with my vegan friend and we can both leave satisfied. I don't touch vegan food. So I can't really say if that part is good or not. But my friend eats it so it must at the very least be as tolerable as any other vegan food. The hamburgers on the other hand are fantastic. They are a little too big for a person my size but they split in half nicely. The fries are good and the aoli sauce they come with is enough to keep people coming back. If you are in the mood for a good burger definitely check it out.",real
4179,this place is so good its been around since I was a child they are so welcome and friendly the food is amazing especially the pancakes I also like to get the grits and cheese great place for kids and family .. 10 stars if you ask me,fake
6296,"Me and my friend were going to another restaurant when we walked in front of this barbecue and decided to try... NO BETTER CHOICE!! The location is very warm, nice lights, and I love the industrial style furniture! The service was ok, a little bit on the sly in my opinion, it could have been better. Let's talk about the meal. Potatoes salad, was very good, well seasoned, a tiny overpriced, but was very good. Corn in the cup. Delicious!! And do what my friend did, squeeze the lime on, gives that bitter taste that creates an harmony with the other ingredients! Then the amazing pork ribs! Wow, they were so tender that we could have eaten them without teeth. So succulent and juicy we didn't add any gravy on. We took 2 lbs and we couldn't finish them. Even the bill was ok, the total was around 48, that my friend kindly paid for. I would def suggest this place, for the location, for the quality, for the prices, and even because it's in a nice area. They could work a little bit more on the service, and next time I will give 5 stars.",real
35197,This place is absolutely lovely and the food is on point. Hostesses are a bit vapid but waiters and bar staff were friendly and professional. It's a new addition to my short list.,real
22879,"Apparently you cannot get in to this place on weekends, but my friend and I were looking for a fun lunch spot and Yelp lead us here. It was busy for 3pm on a Saturday, but we got sat right away. After learning it's BYOB my friend went to the liquor store next door and came back with wine to they could mix us up a pitcher of Sangria. We got 4 tapas, ranging from $4-5 and 1 entree to share and there was plenty for a 3rd person or leftovers to take home. The stuffed plantains were a highlight and something I have not had at other restaurants!",real
11389,"What can I say but purely phenomenal! I went with a small group of friends on a Saturday night so naturally the place was very busy. They estimated a 1.5 hr wait but we got seated in half an hour. We all got the fried chicken since we heard all the stellar reviews and let me just say it was FANTASTIC!! The chicken was crispy, full of flavor and very moist. I could eat it over and over again. It is a definite must if in the downtown area!",real
3654,"OMGosh! Ok, they have a late night happy hour which is soooo cool but I need to mention the food. I have been to this establishment several times and had so many good things.  The fried pickles are my fave but the tuna melt and beet ravioli was also delish. The service staff is always great and quirky which makes it a fun night or brunch out every time :) I haven't gotten the chance to sit outside on that beautiful deck but I am looking forward to it this summer.",real
5412,"Just ate here, definitely going to be going back!",real
18795,This is my FAVORITE pizza place in the whole city. The pepperoni square is by far the best thing to put in your mouth and also make sure to eat the risotto balls! My go-to pizza place.,real
28079,"Excellent food, cocktails, house-made snacks. Brunch: Bloody Mary with glugs of Jamesons and Guinness? Yes please. Don't think twice about that grilled kale salad with the anchovy vinaigrette and chunky croutons. It's the way to go, especially if you're leaning towards healthy. Add a side of cheddar waffles and you're golden. Dinner is lovely, too. House-made pickles at the bar and a fine cocktail while you wait for your table. Warning - it's super crowded and hard to get a table, especially for brunch. Not sure how the hostess and staff stay so affable. A favorite place right now.",real
25792,"Personally, I don't like the wine bars that are yelling those big names from their menu like xxx from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Napa Valley, etc,etc .Those are the signals for emptying my wallet... However, I do like those wine bars did their homework for the customers, and provided quality bargain wines, which cost less and taste great. I believe Jadis is one of the latter. Besides, I love the friendly and knowledgeable staff here, and its low key location and attitude. Definitely a keeper on my list.",real
46537,"This may be an unfair basis for comparison to the regular restaurant service, but we were there for a private party and everything was impeccable, top to bottom. We had a prepared menu but it featured nine different dishes and they were all excellent. Two kinds of pizza (a very nicely spicy sausage, and a really decent margherita), spicy artichokes with lemon yogurt dressing, a really nifty spiced pork rib with well-cooked meat, a tomato conserva on bread that was REALLY delicious, an arugula salad, and a delicate ravioli. Bar and service were excellent, the ambiance was the post-industrial glory that is Philly at its finest these days (the doors down on the restroom level must be seen, go even if you don't have to go, as it were). Yes, parking is a little insane (there are three options, you best bet may be street around the corner on Ridge) but there is enough for a full restaurant, and it's not a reason not to go. Fantastic.",real
6301,"Went there once and they did everything right. Good lighting, comfortable bar, good design. Music was a little cliche but not a big deal. Friendly, relaxed sincere service that didn't feel forced. This is a big thing for me. Service at other bbq joints i find to always be weird- either overly jolly, bitter, or unprofessional. Food comes out FAST. What's up with waiting forever for your food at other bbq places? I don't subscribe to that trend. The foods already been cooked. What the ef? Priced less than other bbq places. Except for some key sides which were overpriced at $6 FOR A SMALL. The pork ribs were well seasoned , nice fat to meat ratio, very tender. Meaty. Kinda perfect. Collards were good to me. Tender, balanced. No slime . I like it.",real
23885,Yes the rodizio is terrific...but so is everything else! Had the whole sea bass and it was so fresh and cooked perfectly. Love coming here because we always have a good meal and the atmosphere is great.,fake
23736,"If you're around East Harlem or somewhere in Upper East Side and looking for a real italian espresso then your place to be is Da Capo Aperitivo. It's a small espresso bar with good espresso, sandwiches, and good biscotti's. The owner (Anastacio) is very nice and so as the other barista there. I recently found out the owner is the same owner of Zibetto Espresso, no wonder the vibe and atmosphere is the same. I'm no stranger in this place. I always get my shot of espresso and biscotti here. They are amazing! I love you guys at Da Capo, you guys are the best!",real
33991,"Made my first trip last evening, have to say the chorizo burrito I ordered was very sub par. I was expecting the burrito to have an ample amount of chorizo but what I got was a lot of white rice (totally unexpected in a Mexican restaurant) with a small amount of chorizo in the center. The presentation of the burrito was also a shock. It was tossed on the table and looked like cheap wrap you would get at a fast food restaurant. For an evening meal I expected a burrito covered with a tomato based sauce that would have spent some time under a broiler to warm the entire burrito. The half wrapped burrito in aluminum foil also a turnoff. My companions ordered the tacos and I would venture to say they had 3 times the meat I had in my burrito. Don't order the mojitos, taste like cough syrup. Service was decent only because the support staff were more attentive that the server. I'm willing to try again but I will not order any burrito again.",real
27916,"Another great local recommendation. The restaurant is really packed and popular so definitely call ahead of time for reservation. I only got the butter squash and pumpkin soup, it was delicious. I liked how the soup was just thick enough and the rosemary croutons were a nice touch. A bit salty for me but I like my food on the lighter side so someone else might like it more. Their brunch menu includes a choice of mimosa, bellini, or fresh juice so of course bring on the alcohol! A snowy cold day with a hot bowl of soup and a bellini on the side, I can't ask for anything more. What made it even a better experience was they hand you a check with their personalized postcard. PS. I forgot their donuts are amazing, must try!",real
23096,"Chose Cuban Pete ' s for the reviews and to refreshen my salivating taste buds for Spanish food. We were awe struck with the speedy service, hard working staff, and the Rico menu options! The art and decor is one of a kind. The loud typical music makes for an enjoyable experience. The price was moderate with hefty portions provided. The appetizers were tasty which you will not find anywhere else! We didn't know what to expect upon arrival. Once we walked through the beautiful patio, we were enchanted! Tip to owner, do not increase prices, or change the cooks or staff!",real
17464,"i went on a tuesday around 12 in the afternoon and there was a 10 minute wait. not bad considering there are few seats in the entire place. i wouldn't be happy if i had to wait an hour or more for the food. the food is definitely good. the blueberry pancakes were amazing. i had the biscuit sandwich and the eggs and tomato spread were great. good coffee, too. their blueberry muffins are also delicious.",real
24328,"It'd be a while since I'd been here and though it had never stuck out as a favorite to me, it always seemed decent enough. My most recent visit the food was quite good, but there was something more than a little off with the Bloody Mary's. We had already had a previous round of drinks when we ordered three of these guys. They came with a dark liquid floating on top which we later identified as Yard's Love Stout. I'm down with whatever weird stuff restaurants want to do as long as it works, but in this case it didn't. All three of us, who either are currently, or have been bartenders in respected restaurants, tasted what seemed like balsamic vinegar as the dominant flavor. Every sip was accompanied by a cringe. We got the attention of our server who had already been a little cool with us, but we nicely explained the situation. She said she would check what she could do and so began a chain of three different people explaining to us that as ""there were no other complaints"" they couldn't do anything and that we could ""order it differently next time."" One server told me that ""beer is always in Bloody Mary's"" as another justification....false. The manager explained that she didn't have comping powers, so we should just grin and bear it. I don't understand how that's possible, but if it's not another beer-is-always-in-Bloody-Mary's type lie, that is an egregious restaurant policy. Either way, they could have offered to simply remix the drinks and try to cut the vinegar taste in some way. Any gesture of good faith would have been appreciated. Side note - wonder what their solution would have been if one of us was gluten free. Anyway, if you don't mind eye rolls with your service and you like a little masochism with your Bloody Mary's this is the place for you. You just better be prepared to pay for any of their mistakes, as this restaurant does not seem to be concerned with customer service.",real
28129,"AMAZING. I was wow-ed by this place. I took a friend for her birthday and boy did they impress. The staff was super friendly, the food was indescribably delicious and the ambiance was impeccable. I suggest the cheddar waffles and the bread pudding.",real
22151,"I'm a little conflicted about Graffiti.  On one hand, there's the intimate, warm setting, and the charming Chef Mehta, all smiles and hospitality.  On the other hand, there's the weird plastic chopsticks (the kind that are stuck together on one end so you're essentially eating with glorified tweezers) and the sorta-kinda-well-actually-really overpriced tapas-style dishes. The menu offers teeny plates that I assume are meant to be shared that are either seven, twelve, or fifteen dollars.  I wouldn't exactly call the style molecular; maybe it's more creative fusion.   We tried the watermelon feta salad with mint sorbet (the saltiness of the feta really worked with the crisp, sweet watermelon...  the hint of mint added a nice touch too), chili pork dumplings (I liked the fried noodle topping but I've seriously had better dumplings out of the freezer), pickled ginger scallops (tender, chewy scallop sliced a tad too thin, accompanied with strips of pita...  I was at a loss of how to eat this dish), crabmeat noodle roll (tasty crabmeat stuffed in a rolled rice skin similar to that of Vietnamese summer rolls), and sesame breaded beef sandwich (tasty and tender, but the sandwich bread was disappointingly soggy with the juices). I wouldn't call the food uninspired per se, but the portions were far too small for us to really enjoy.  Small amounts of food need to be bursting with flavor to be worth the one or two bites, and the food here just didn't meet those standards.  We didn't drink anything other than tap water (though they do have a 35$ all you can drink wine special which sounded appealing) and our bill came to 25$/person including tip.  Not bad, but if we had eaten our fill instead of going to gorge ourselves at a local bakery, I would probably have been rather disappointed by the value. Service was very good, and we felt well cared for.  I was surprised by how empty the restaurant was, especially after Daily Candy's push a couple months ago.  I don't know if I'll be returning, but overall, dinner here was an enjoyable experience.",real
46627,"the pizza was pretty good. had a salad as well, can't remember the name it had white beets in it a little weird but tastes pretty good!! half off bottles of wines~",real
11619,"My favorite of them all.  This place has always stood out to me, as far as restaurants in NYC go.  It's the perfect mix of good food, good atmosphere, good service and good times.  I prefer to go around 2am, but it's enjoyable pretty much any hour. Make friends with the staff -- they're a great group of guys.",real
14183,"Everyone always told me how much better Vietnam is than Vietnam Palace but, to be honest, I wasn't really blown away. The options all sounded fantastic, and maybe I just ordered the wrong thing, but my chicken curry with veggies and white rice was pretty run of the mill. The sauce was thick, almost like gravy. Onions overwhelmed on the veggie end and there were a few green peppers thrown in, but I would have liked to see some more color. My girlfriends seemed happy with their selections; some type of seafood stew and an order of salt and pepper shrimp which looked really awesome. Service was excellent and I was surprised how crowded the place got during lunch time, in a section of town I don't find myself in too often. I'll definitely be back to check out the full scope of the menu, but for my first visit, I adorn three full stars.",real
37478,"The food was good, but given there are so many other great Italian restaurants nearby, not sure I'd be jumping up and down to go back anytime soon. My friend and I came on a weeknight and the place was packed (luckily we had made a reservation). We split the fig appetizer, the Lobster Cannelloni and meatball. Both were decent, but I guess I was expecting a little more. Maybe we ordered wrong? The meatball portion is huge, so we asked for extra bread to bring home to make meatball sandwiches with. Win! Small restaurant with tightly spaced tables.  Reservations are definitely recommended.",real
24292,"That 1 star dude is full of it.  The waitstaff here are awesome.  Friendly, down to earth, and will help you pick out a beer. My only complaint is that it is cold in there when it isn't packed.  So bring a sweater.",fake
36983,"This place was highly recommended to me so I was excited to try it one morning with my mom. There wasn't anything good about our experience. We get seated at the table and our waitress comes over to take our drink orders and asks us to bear with her. Eh no problem, not in a big rush, although it was a Saturday morning and not that many people were there. The waitress comes back in a bit to take our order. After she leaves, my mom says to me, ""I must need a hearing aid because I cannot understand a thing the waitress is saying."" I respond, ""Mom, that's because the lady has only 1 snaggly tooth in her mouth. She asked us to bear with her again..."" We still don't understand why as there's not much going on. We had ordered blueberry pancakes and cinnamon raisin french toast. I was officially freaked out by the label-less maple syrup, but you have to pay $1.75 extra for their homemade syrup. They should just provide their own maple syrup if it's that good and incorporate it into the price. Anyway, I could have made the french toast myself. It was just thin slices of bread, not the big fluffy french toast one expects. No powdered sugar. No whipped butter. My mom's pancakes were ehhh, I've had better. The waitress didn't come back once to check on us or refill my mom's coffee. Then, I had a stomach ache for the rest of the day. (Character note: If I wasn't so freaked out  and unhappy with the experience I would not have been so harsh about the toothless woman)",real
13696,"I really like this place. The atmosphere is super trendy and relaxing. We sat on the deck which had a nice view of the water. The service was efficient and friendly. At one point one of the owners introduced herself to us asking if everything was okay and advising us that they had mini golf, shuffle board and arcade games in the backyard area, as well as a full bar. Pretty sweet. Anyhow the food is good but very heavy so come hungry! Almost everything is fried which is fine with me but be prepared to get full. I had the popcorn shrimp, the fish and chips and the pina colada. Everything was good. The menu is very pricey although the place is not fancy but its good Seafood so I suppose it all adds up. I recommend!!",real
33771,"I love Cantina and their margaritas and their killer décor. My boyfriend loves their mucho grande burritos and I am always getting the chicken quesadilla because of its sheer perfection! The employees are friendly as heck, I've been there a million times and never once received anything but good service. However, it does get busy and employees  can only go so fast so be considerate!",real
4369,"Good Food!!! Good customer service and the breakfast is amazing!!! I love to get scramble eggs with bacon, home fries, and a nice bowl of hot grits!!! Next time I dine here I'll try another dish!!! This Diner is definitely worth coming to. And the prices are decent.",real
9089,"3 stars only because I was expecting a kick in the spice from the Pork Belly Adobo. Other than that, I think the menu definitely has variety. You can go from purely Filipino food to a fusion dish. I ordered Sisig, Crispy Pata and the Pork Belly Adobo. Sisig is different and had a distinct flavor (good!), crispy pata was not as moist but still delicious and Pork Belly Adobo, well, was a bit disappointed - I should probably request addl Szechuan corns. Nonetheless, I would definitely come back again, my experience was positive here. Make sure to do reservations because the place does get packed. Also, service here is pretty top notch so expect to get the waiter/waitress checking in a lot.",real
13739,"Hello, one of the first good days of spring (so I thought until the wind picked up). I found myself in Red Hook randomly on a Saturday and knew that it was my opportunity as a self proclaimed crab addict to finally visit Brooklyn Crab and partake in some outdoor seating. The wind quickly halted that idea, but we were fairly quickly seated inside although they actually don't have much table space inside. Onto the feasting. Margaritas for all! I ordered one of their specials, a habanero margarita I believe. Now I'm not typically a send a drink back to be watered down type of girl, but the spice was not for the faint at heart. Imagine....fire water. My waitress was awesome, chuckled and quickly helped me out. For the food, my friend and I both ordered different boils with crab , shrimp and a medley of other seafood. Hmm they were just ok, but since the restaurant was called Brooklyn Crab and they weren't charging basement prices, I expected more. The food was pretty tasteless and not filling.  It was a disappointment. We actually left there and went directly to another restaurant I eat again- oysters this time- yum, yum.....and not because we're greedy people ( well kinda), but we actually needed more to be full and typically would have ordered where we were but didn't want to risk further disappointment. Perhaps I'll return for a fun drink, but I can't see coming back to eat.",real
13133,"Only thing gourmet is the ambiance is the atmosphere.  Kids making sandwiches never works out well if not trained properly.  My Roast Beef & Horseradish Sandwich came out with such little meat, I asked the young female waitress to add to it. She thought I was crazy and then the sandwich maker  seemed challenged on how he should add meat. It got worse when I sat back down with my daughter and her Caesar Salad with Chicken had a bug in the romaine leaf.  Now I can't say anything to the kid staff because they won't know how to handle the situation. Thank goodness my 12 year old is a trooper and continued on!",real
18839,good taste and so so cheap. Reasonable!,real
34873,"Love this little quaint restaurant!  From the decor, to the food and especially the owners!  Read reviews about this place on a site and had to check it out for myself.  When I arrived, I was promptly greeted by both owners with a big smile and the smell of heavenly chicken.  As I waited for my order, Ben (I'll assume owned the place) was chatting me up about France and places to go.  He was even nice enough to draw me a map!  Even nicer, was the Lady (sorry!  her name was too French for me to take in) working the kitchen and cashier.  Loved it when they spoke in french too, definitely added to the ambiance of the place. Food:  Their rotisserie chicken was out of this world!  Besides it smelling like heaven, the meat was moist and juicy.  Skin was crispy and beautifully seasoned with lemon herbs.  Though I only ate the leg portion, my co-workers raved about the breast meat.   For their sides, they were all a hit.  Our favorite was definitely the cauliflower mash, and the roasted potatoes.   They are relatively new and definitely worth a visit!  Plus I love showing support to small/homely restaurants like Chicken Provence!  Enjoy!",real
33331,"Had brunch here yesterday after having dinner there last week. The food is amazing and the service impeccable. We shared three brunch dishes - poached eggs over pork and a round of foccaia, the bandied bacon with poached eggs over the waffle and the brunch burger. There were four of us and it was more than enough food and all of it was out of this world. Wow. The dinner we had last week was equally delicious. I went with a friend and we shared the seafood boil for two. What a great deal for the amount of food that was served. We will definitely be back. I also heard they are starting to serve lunch, so we will definitely try that too!",fake
41389,"Been here for a few more dinners since and still as great as ever. Wednesday night, definitely check out their $5 mussel bowls. Best in the city!",real
600,"Every once in a while, one of the show ponies from my stable of thoroughbreds wants edification that she's special.  So, I gotz ta do what I gotz ta do...take her for a deelish dinner.   In this case, since she was Castillian, and since I've been to Spain multiple times, I took her to a legit tapas bar to impress her. - Decor/Ambience: Pretty packed and loud...but very fun.  I'm not a flamenco connoisseur, but it was def cool to watch. - Draaaanks: White sangria was kind of tart but the mango sagria was off the chains...drank waaaay too much (which is status quo on a date) - Fare: Tapas is ubiquitous in Spain and I'm always down for it in NYC...so we ordered: * beef empanadas * blood sausages * skirt steak sauteed with garlic * seasoned pork loin * potatoes in creamy garlic aioli sauce * potatoes in spicy tomato sauce * meat and cheese plate * spanish octopus Except for the pork loin (kinda salty), they were all fuckin deeelish. * As for dessert I didn't order any, I was already taking her home with me. ;)",real
46853,"Wow. Thats all I have to say. This place use to be a disaster. The place use to smell. The place use to be unclean and the seats were sticky from all the syrup. I swore that I would never go there again. Recently I was in town and my friend wanted to go to ihop. I refused to go but she promised me that things had changed. Once I got there, I was surprised. The service was great. I was greeted upon arrival. The tables were spotless and the whole place was renovated. On top of this, I was surprised the quality of the food. Highly recommended. Also I found out from our server, Judy, the place had changed management. That may explain why so much change had occurred!!",fake
25152,"This place is the perfect stop if you've had a couple of drinks (you're in the East Village so...) and you need a second dinner! It's also great if you're by your lonesome and you want to saddle up for a beer and an easy dinner. There are not a ton of Mexican options in Manhattan, and this is actually a pretty healthy one if you order right. I LOVE the veggie taco and the jicama salsa, and the sauces are all really good and spicy. Everything is fresh & clean clean, and they never skimp on the veggies, even on the meat options. Everyone that works there is super friendly, and you can tell that they care about their restaurant. Just a nice neighborly vibe- I always feel right at home. Added bonus: the bathroom is SPOTLESS, which is totally unexpected for this party street.",real
35323,"Salinas really takes care of you.. I felt like I was a distant cousin meeting my extended family in Spain for the first time, dining here. Every person, and I mean everyone, (the waiters, waitresses, hostesses, bartender, coat check, even the owner, and a cook we ran into on the way out of the restaurant) acknowledged my boyfriend and I with genuine smiles and a warm welcome! I will admit, the location is a bit off the beaten path, but totally worth it. The bar area in the front is very small, but inviting. This is deceiving, as the dining area itself is quite large! Nonetheless I enjoyed the running waterfall wall and friendly bartender as we waited for our table to be ready. Soon after, we were lead down a long hallway that opened up to a beautiful, romantic dining area. Like many have mentioned before me, the ambiance and decor is absolutely second to none. We sat beyond the main dining area (which was full) in the back area that was fairly empty around 7:30pm on a Friday. We were nestled in the corner near the fireplace (perfect) and were immediately greeted by our waitress. She informed us that this back room actually has a retractable ceiling (!) I absolutely plan on coming back over the summer to check it out. The food is delicious and unique, but the DRINKS are definitely something to come back for all in itself. The house made Sangria, La Gitana, El Comandante, and the muddled grape martini-like cocktail are all highly recommended. Tapas are of a fair size, as are the entrees. For entrees we ordered the suckling pig and cod. The cod dish was not as tasty as I expected, I think it was the broth it was sitting in, so I would probably order something else next time. But man, the suckling pig was really something special! A bit pricey, but your taste buds will sing! Looking forward to coming back when the weather gets warmer, maybe sooner, to visit my ""family"" at Salinas :)",real
47846,"I came here on a Thursday night.  I made reservations for 4.  We arrived on time and were seated promptly.  I brought my wife and 2 kids (6 and 8).  We were seated in the back with another table with young children.  This was nice for us that there were other kids by us.  We mentioned that we had a groupon and they gladly accepted it.  We brought a bottle of our favorite wine for the evening since it's BYOB.  The wait staff was attentive and courteous.  We started with the pumpkin soup and ham croquettes.  The croquettes were hot and crispy and the soup was very rich and tasty.  My wife thought it was a little on the sweet side, but I loved it.  I ordered the mango chicken and she had the shredded pork.  Both dishes were good and the portion size was just right.  They also have a kids menu, so my kids split a chicken tenders and fries dish. They also had Shirley Temple drinks.  The amount was good for the both of them.  For dessert we had the coconut flan and the guava shells.  The desserts were yummy as well.  We weren't aware that they had a live band that night, but it was a nice surprise.  It wasn't overwhelmingly loud where you couldn't have a conversation without yelling.  It added a nice touch to the evening.  The place was filled and there were even people eating outside.   Overall it was a good experience.  I just have to warn you that the prices are high.  You can get similar food (although not as fancy) for less than half the price at take out places in Passaic, Kearny, Newark, etc.  What you're paying for is the atmosphere and the location.  Again, I used a groupon which made it worthwhile.  I like the place and will be back in the near future.",real
18014,"Nothing spectacular. The pancakes were pancakes, and the biscuits were biscuits. I guess it's the expectations that ruined it for me, but honestly I could have those pancakes anywhere else. The place is too small and there is nowhere to wait around. Overall, it is overrated.",real
9529,This place used to be so much better a few years ago. They either changed cooks or got cheap on the ingredients but went there 2 times in the last couple of months and the food was no longer good. The food lacked flavor and was cold and yes very slow service! It's a shame because they used to be really good.,real
4508,"It's my favorite Brooklyn diner.  Yes it get's crowded but I usually plan around the swarm.  I usually go with an omelette, but all of their food is prepared well and it's high quality, not just feed slapped on a plate that you get at so many other diners.  This place has character and history, which is reflected a bit in their prices.  Not unreasonable though.",real
16783,"The pancakes were especially fluffy and there is something special in that maple syrup! It was almost caramelized and had this delicious, super sugary taste! The blueberry topped pancakes are the most popular. You can't go wrong there!",real
26101,"After my grandmother's cooking, the food of the Cibao Invita Restaurant is the best food I ever ate ""SORRY MOM""",fake
21381,"If you're looking for a nice spot for a first date on the Upper East Side, this is a good call. Even better if you can find a spot at the wraparound bar up front, where you can order glass after glass of good wines...",real
15678,Apps and dessert were perfection. Service was some of the best I've ever had. Entrees were okay (short rib and spaghetti with mussels).,fake
14376,Awesome bar food.   Small and cozy.  Nice when it is cold out.  Great assortment of beers,fake
4381,"No, this isn't the Tom's Restaurant from Seinfeld or the Suzanne Vega song (I've actually been to that diner, and it kinda sucks. I had one of the most boring, tasteless meals of my life there). This is the better one. The Tom's Restaurant in Brooklyn that is only open for breakfast an lunch and knows how to do brunch. There's always a line on weekends, but the line is worth it, because the restaurant staff bring food out to the line as they wait. I had small servings of french fries, fruit, cookies, and silver dollar pancakes served to me as I waited. I basically had breakfast before going in to have breakfast. And then the breakfast I had in there was extraordinary. These are legit the best pancakes I've ever had. Two words: Harvest Pancakes. Make a note, then go there and shove them in your face. A word of caution, though: Don't come with a group larger than 4 people. Otherwise, it'll be a bit cramped.",real
4760,"As an update to my review of Tom's, I'd like to recommend an extra tasty alternative that sits only a few blocks away. The Usual (Yelp Link: yelp.com/biz/the-usual-b…) sits on Vanderbilt between St. Marks and Prospect Place. Family owned and super friendly service not to mention their food is more delicious than Tom's, they serve chicken nuggets (who doesn't LOVE chicken nugs?!) AND you can sit outside on their new patio! They've even installed speakers for your music lovin' ears. Now I know you can't get that at Tom's so walk on over to The Usual just a few blocks away. Your taste-buds will not be disapointed.",real
29064,I really love this place! It has great ambiance and the food is very good not to mention the selection of wines! I had the lobster club for brunch with some mimosas . Great for a gathering and romantic date as well. They are also having a Cocorico Wine and Appetizer launch party on Wednesday 8/20!  See the tip!,real
20777,"This place is amazing. It's romantic, and delicious. We got the scallops and the eggplant appetizer and the short ribs. The eggplant was the best but everything was amazing. Definite recommend.",real
30239,"I first went to Silk City to party last summer and I thought the music kicked ass, although I didn't go back there for awhile because I had nicknamed it ""Sweaty City"".  It was the middle of the summer, the AC wasn't working and it was just unbearably hot!!!  So I decided not to go back until recently (winter).   My second trip back was so much ""cooler"" that I decided to go back 3 more times in the past 2 months.  What makes this place so amazing is DJ Deejay!  He Djs for the now legendary ""Britney Bash"" which sold out by 11:15 and his music was so good that I only left the dance floor once to go to the bathroom!  Every single song that came on, I screamed because I was so excited to hear it!  DJ Deejay makes this place amazing each and every Saturday night!   If you want to dance your ass off, this is a guaranteed place to hear anything from 80's, 90's and today's Top 40!!! So my ONE recommendation for Silk City is to get their AC working on high blast when summer hits again!  Otherwise, I may not go back...unless I show up in a sports bra, sweat band, and a camel back!",real
1074,"We stopped by on our way home from NY and we tried both places. First was Geno's it was ok pretty bland no flavor and bread was harder to chew, the meat was sliced not hacked it was alright.  I guess we expected more. Sorry we preferred Pat's steak better.",fake
33515,"I have been going to Sahara Grill since it was opened back in 1999 (or 2000). It is my go-to place for better flavored middle-eastern food, its not as bland as the other restaurants with the same genre and cuisine. I almost always order the mixed grill platter and I have almost never been disappointed. The service is very polite, very pleasant, the space is in the pure heart of Philadelphia downtown which makes it even more convenient and there's a paid parking right across. I have to say, that since going to this place for so many years, I've noticed the quantity has decreased with the skewers but the food still tastes great. Their new white sauce is not as impressive, tastes like sour cream (maybe that's exactly what it is) but if you ask for the spicy green sauce, that really adds more flavor if you needed it. Overall, my family and I love to dine here at least once in 2 months whenever we are visiting Philadelphia. I highly recommend it.",fake
39241,The dim sum here is right up there with NYC Chinatown.,real
43238,"I came here for ""dinner"" a couple weeks ago with my roommates, and I could not have been more excited.  While we did go around dinner time, we agreed that we would order nothing but chocolate.  Why order real food to fill you up when you could have chocolate pizza, fondue, banana split waffles, sponge cake, and chocolate eggrolls instead? To split between the three of us, we ordered a chocolate pizza with everything (chocolate, banana, peanut butter, marshmallows) and a sharing, which was a tasting of a number of other items on the menu. The favorites of the night were definitely the chocolate pizza, chocolate fondue, chocolate sponge cake, and banana split waffle.  The chocolate pizza was ridiculous, piled high with all the ingredients and spilling over with mini toasted marshmallows.  The crust was just dense, soft, and warm enough to perfectly hold and complement its toppings.  The chocolate fondue was just how you expect fondue to be, nothing really special about it, but still delicious.  The sponge cake was extremely dense for sponge cake, and was more like a rich, dark brownie (also amazing).  And while the banana split waffle was the only thing that didn't have chocolate on it, it held its own well with the delicious combination of waffle, banana, syrup, and ice cream.  The chocolate ""bark,"" which was pretty much like a chocolate rice krispie treat, was also very good. The crispy chocolate eggroll was interesting, with banana in the middle, crispy eggroll skin, and chocolate syrup.  However, it was  not fantastic to the point where I would order it again. The service was also very attentive, warm, and friendly.  Although they did get our order wrong (they gave us milk chocolate fondue instead of dark chocolate) and did fail to fill our water glasses when we were thirsty (which happens when you eat nothing but sweet food/chocolate), they were nice enough that we still loved them! The ambiance is very cozy and romantic at night with small tables, a warm yellow glow with candles, and chocolate everywhere!  It is pretty crowded and a little loud, however, so don't expect to come here for a quiet, private evening. Overall, an amazing meal if you are not afraid of getting diabetes.  I would highly recommend this place, and if it's your first time and are overwhelmed by their chocolate menu, the sampler would be a good place to start.  I still don't know what their normal food is like, but if I ever come back and have the willpower to actually order real food (which is unlikely), I'll be sure to tell you all about it!",real
1709,Their cheesesteaks are SO delicious. So are Pat's. And they are both rude & snotty as hell. Why can't you just be nice to people? Some of us are not from Philly and did not study your ordering lingo. Get over yourselves.,real
13880,"Place looks good, seems like it could be fun and there is a miniature golf course, but the food is overpriced and the portions are not what one would expect for the price. I got the southern steam pot which is basically crabs with some andouille sausages and potatoes, allegedly some crawfish but I have my doubts. I believe I found 3 slices of sausage and there was a little potato there, the crabs were over done and inedible. Bare experience was decent, the local sixpoint ale is always a good choice but I would think that the owners would have more than one bartender working when you know there will be people at the bar drinking as they wait for the 2 o clock sunday food service to begin. I sat at the bar for 40 minutes and got one drink, bartender was overwhelmed and the fact that all the taps are on one end does not help.Unless there is a serious rethinking of the prices i wouldn't even consider a return.",real
27691,"Great fried chicken, great duck meatloaf, great drinks, great atmosphere. Voted best by the table was the mustard glazed grilled bacon appetizer.",real
20044,"The best Philly cheese steak I've had in my two visits to Philadelphia. Not too greasy, you can take your time to order and can choose from a variety of topping to customize your own sandwich. Fries tasted freshly cooked (not refried) and were smothered with a generous amount of cheese. Its not stunning or even charming decor, but there were places to sit and dine in. Staff was friendly and food was good. I would return.",real
11436,"My new favorite restaurant in the NYC area (il Buco, you have been dethroned). Yeaaaaaaa boyyyyeeeeeeeeee. My 5 stars is based just on the food itself. But this place is great in all respects. Open late (until 4am every night...I love eating late so I can keep getting fatter). Good mix of people. Always happenin. Good service. And I usually drive here because I can find a parking spot. It's a bit pricey, but as worth it as it gets. The fish is really good (striped bass, red trout I've had so far). I also like that they saute the calamari, instead of coating and frying it. They have interesting cocktails as well. Their desserts could be better, but who cares.",real
21752,"This restaurant is amazing find and truly different. The food is unique to say the least. I've had oysters with PopRocks candy on top (remember that stuff from the 80's that crackles in your mouth) and sardines and seaweed pizza amongst other fascinating dishes. The atmosphere is laid back and very cozy. Also, the owner and head chef, Jehangir, is extremely friendly and helpful.",fake
36744,"Called in early to get the ceviche mixto as this was something my friend had advised. This place is small, but the portions are large. There was a lot of different kinds of seafood on the plate: scallops, shrimp, muscles, but wanted some fish and although their menu mentioned it, I did not see any. The food was tasty, but it quickly lost its pizzaz when I realized the seafood was swimming in a pool of lime juice. There was so much juice, almost brimming the edge; and they served a half lime on the side as if you wanted more lime juice. However fresh it was, my mouth was getting too tart that the yuca on the side couldn't help. Had to get a side of black beans, which was heavenly. I'm open to try this place again, and give an update, but based on my first impressions I gave this place 3 stars.",real
32211,"LOVE this place. Hip and fun ambience with techno like music, fairly inexpensive DELICIOUS food, and $6 select cocktails that are NOT watered down!!! Not the largest space though so prepare for a slight wait, especially on the weekends. The place is popular...and for good reason. Gives you the feel of a very trendy Thai restaurant, without spending a fortune on food and drinks.",real
10595,They deliver to me and I am grateful. The "2 meal deal" is how i do it. I mix and match every time and its always delicious. Ive only ever gotten delivery. the delivery guy is always smiling and that cool too.,real
43648,Recently moved to the Germantown area and came across this place on yelp. Came here to order a steak and it was really good. Steak is chopped very fine. It is good quality meat they use. The rolls are soft and fresh. Place gets super packed and its a tight squeeze with everyone inside the store. Staff is very friendly. You can call ahead for your order. I thought when I got there it would be ready but they do not make your order till you get there. What happens is when you call ahead they make your order when you arrive and you basically get bumped up above the other walk-in orders. I would recommend this place to others. Great local spot if you want a real Philly cheesesteak. Leave Pat's and Geno's for the for the tourist. Real Philly people come to local spots like this. Only bummer which is why I knocked off a star is because its cash only. Who carries cash anymore. They do hV an ATM inside if you don't have any cash.,real
33669,"Healthy, fresh, reliable.  In a nice, unpretentious atmosphere. In all the years I've lived in or visited Philly, this place has been slightly empty, with eager, charming waitstaff, plentiful mint tea and fresh food at bargain prices. I used to get the meat platters, but the sandwiches, falafel and baba are delicious too. Every time I visit, I'm afraid the restaurant will have disappeared. But no.",real
44020,"I may be a shallow reviewer but I'm giving Monde 5 stars for their beer selection. And when I say selection, I selfishly mean Great Lakes Brewing Co. They carry all the staples but finding a row of Burning River Pale Ale in the fridge made me swoon. Thank you for making a Cleveland girl feel at home.",real
15794,Service & atmosphere excellent.   Food delicious but found the portions very small for the price.,real
9642,"I love this little cafe - a bit expensive, but the ambience is so quaint, the food was good quality, delicious, and beautifully plated. And the service was excellent. Also, the desserts!!! Try the pistachio nougat chocolate cake (the Mozarttorte). I'm definitely coming back to try all the desserts. A great place to bring guests from out of town or to have a nice lunch with girlfriends. And old people watch.",real
48221,"Tried the coconut curry beef. Currently my favorite sandwich! So delicious!! Always consistent, always fresh. Highly recommended!",real
35926,"it is a pleasure & privilege to share the north shore neighborhood of staten island with julian & danielle owners of bayou, beso & blue. i have been visiting bayou on tuesday nights for over 10 years enjoying great food & the music of larry d'albero & mark sganga. between bayou & beso I always have a great experience. With Blue Julian & Danielle knocked it out of the park. The attention to design detail to include the cathedral doors & windows, the terra cotta floors, the outside gazebo, the landscaping & artwork is absolutely amazing.  Add great food, service & price and you are guaranteed an ultra experience. I thank you both for being a contribution and making a difference in our neighborhood. may you enjoy the continued success you so rightfully deserve. ettore chef & owner chez vous caterers",real
43461,"Melts-in-your-mouth good cheese steaks! The pictures speak for themselves. I usually order my cheese steaks ahead of time, otherwise, expect to wait awhile. During busy times, you might have a hard time finding parking. It's just street parking, no meters. The restaurant is right by the intersection (Walnut St & Henry Ave) in Roxborough. Beware there is a red light camera! You could do a small cheese steak food tour within a block radius of Dalessandro's. There's Chubby's and Fiesta's.",real
44127,Go here if you like gourmet pizza. $2.5 to $4 per slice. Try the focaccia  pizza.,real
11892,"Is a great place to go and have dinner with, Friend and have fun the food is very delicious but the sea food all way is a little salty.",fake
8163,"YUM!!! The food here is good, great little plates for sharing and a lovely atmosphere. It is a little pricey if you're not coming here on a corporate card but definitely a must try!",real
42118,"I have a thing for dimly lit bars, so I love Sweet Afton. Its dark, they have good beer, and good tunes. Every time I've been there I've heard a really good mix of indie, alternative and classic rock. The food selection is good too. I've ordered Mac & Cheese, Fries and Fried Pickles. Excellent bar food for late night drunk snacking. It can get a little crowded sometimes, but I've always been able to get a good seat at a table with my friends. Definitely one of, if not the best bar in Astoria.",real
34901,"Don't. Just don't. If you recall how nice the place looked on the inside when it was Massimo's, don't return here to see the disorganized and dingy place the new owners have made it into. Oh, and they added a DJ booth in the dining room. Does that tell you anything? The pizza is off, kind of weird. And the pasta fagioli soup tasted like someone had spilled bleach in it. The service was unusual and completely disorganized. You have better options for pizza, Italian or sandwiches in the area. Go somewhere else. Oh, and they advertise themselves as ""brick oven"" pizza - but there was no evidence they were actually cooking the pizza in that brick oven. Couldn't give zero stars, so they got one.",real
31948,"Let me just preface by saying we are military wives and the farthest thing from foodies or beer afficianados (spelling?). We do not get out much and when we do our children are always in tow. We arrived early and there were no tables, but more of a worry was that the changing station had not been set up in the bathroom yet and we had babies.  A table opened up, however, my girls wanted to head out due to the changing issue. At that time we were approached by man named eric who assured us he would handle the situation if any ""changing"" concerns arose. We found this hilarious so we stayed not thinking much of it. Sure enough my daughter went like clockwork and to our surprise eric was right there. He assured us he had 3 daughters and this wasnt a big deal. He even pointed to his 3 lovely girls sitting at a table. He quickly handled the ""mess"" and had my little one giggling the whole time. Talk about customer service!!! But this is where it gets even more comical. Our server told us eric was his boss, a fact he then denied, but sat down for a drink with us. At that time he admitted the 3 girls were in fact his friends kids and he had no children, he simply didnt want a table of 6 women to leave. The group of us erupted in laughter. It turns out this eric was quite the host. He knew one of our friends husbands from another local bar and when pressed for his availability he said. And i quote. ""I have given up on women, i dont even want siri in my iphone"". HA. Anyway eric and his staff made us feel like queens and we have already been back. (Full disclosure our diaper changing hero was nowhere to be found) Recommendations would be the cider and the brooklyn bratwurst. And of course, if you can get eric at your table thats an added bonus. Thanks lockyard cant wait to see you all again.",real
40291,"One of my favorite places in the LES. Barrio Chino has become a bit of a destination restaurant and can often get crowded early. If you show up after 745p you can be assured of a 30 minute wait at minimum. If bar seats are avail, take em! The various margaritas are tasty but the habenero infused grapfruit margarita may be one of the best cocktails i have ever had. Rimmed with brown sugar, these spicy margs are not to be gulped down. If you goto Barrio Chino and do not get the homemade guac and chips, you have missed out on a perfect blend of creamy avocado and chunks of tomato with perfect home made chips. All the tacos at Barrio Chino are perfectly paired with various sauces and fillings, but the fish tacos are some of the best in the LES if not lower manhattan. Barrio Chino is a can't miss.",real
24849,"I was very excited when somoene told me about a Bareburger opening where the 5 Guys used to be for 2 reasons: I love burgers and I love bears.  I was very disappointed to find out there were almost no bears involved of any kind and certainly not a single panda.  If you made the same mistake I did, I feel your pain.  It is actually ""bare,"" and that is aptly named as the burger I had there was lacking of any redeeming qualities. Food: The burgers/sandwiches we had were just horrible, and even more so for the price.  If you make such a huge deal about using bison and goats and penguins for your burger, your burger better be the shiznit. You ever had ""cherry"" flavored robitussin?  That nonsense doesn't taste like cherries at all, son!  Similarly, my bison burger looked like a burger, but that's about it.  Go to your pantry, roll up a paper towel, and put it inside a brioche bun with a ""green leaf,"" wtf-ever that means (it seriously says ""green leaf"" on that burger on the menu).  Close your eyes and take a big bite.  You will have replicated the taste and texture of the El Matador burger, and I just saved you $12.65 (minus the cost of your paper towel and green leaf).  If your paper towel accidentally gets moist, however, then this comparison no longer applies as your paper towel must truly be bone dry to get a sense of what this burger was like.  We also had the ""Duck Duck Gouda,"" which was essentially a less pleasing form of a bacon and egg breakfast sandwich.   To be fair, the fries and onion rings were pretty good.  If you eat a full meal of fries and onion rings I could see you being happy here.  Remember that these potatoes and onions were all free range potatoes and onions, mind you, and each one of them had names like ""Atticus"" or ""Lincoln."" Service:  We had a friendly but busy waiter who was pretty enthusiastic about the food and the brand in general.  Service was a bit slow, which makes sense as everyone there spends 5 minutes informing you their food is 100% organic, free range, antibiotic free, gluten free, hormone free, coddled livestock.  After hearing the pitch, it would lead you to believe that someone is reading fairy tales to these goats at night and braiding their hair while they fingerpaint and write haikus. In summary: People who would like Bareburger: - you care very strongly about eating a meal that is free of any hormones, antibiotics, or gluten - you don't care very strongly about eating a juicy burger with any taste - you don't care that a burger and fries costs you about $20 People who would not like Bareburger: - you like your burgers to be good - you don't like getting ripped off - you went in wanting to pet a bear",real
21530,"So this place has been on my bookmark list forever after i got an email saying how great these sweet potato fries were. Lets get this out of the way first If you wanted great sweet potato fries, with lots of cool sauces to go with it. 5 stars for this. Now the only reason this takes a 4 star is because of its fries. Based on its sushi and tuna burger they would be 3 stars. Tuna burger: I was expecting a seared ahi tuna burger. ala Gott's Roadside in SF (for those of you goin there. or napa. GET THIS BURGER). I was sorely disappointed. Kind of... blended tuna burger, kinda fishy tasting. And just some shredded cabbage stuff on top I think (forgetabble). I popped it open and smeared some wasabi mayo (made it so much better) but honestly not my fav burger Sushi: We ordered something, I ate it because I dont like to waste food. Forgettable. Honestly would I return? For the sweet potato fries? YES Would I return for another tuna burger? Maybe... its not that bad but its not great Would I return to try other burgers? Probably yes The only thing I wouldnt eat again is the sushi. Oh, I also like how they wrap their food up. haha",real
33386,"My boyfriend and I had been meaning to try this place, so when I was back on the east coast, we stopped in and were not disappointed. The housemade  focaccia was a welcome change to the typical baguette, and was warm and delicious. We started with an assortment of oysters ($3 each), all of which were great. There was a small piece of shell in one of the oysters, but no biggie. We also had the house salad ($6), which had a nice vinaigrette and was topped with bee pollen. The vinaigrette was quite good. We decided on the seafood boil for two ($40), and it was awesome! It was a seafood heaven mix of pretty big shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs in a garlic and white wine sauce. There were delicious whole cloves of creamy roasted garlic, which was amazing when spread on the focaccia.   Service was good, and the ambiance was nice, aside from being seated next to a bratty kid who spilled water all over his dad's face and shirt. Also, although the server kept refilling the soft drink, refills are charged. Overall a good place.",real
42183,"Never going back! My friends and I stopped by this place today lured by promising ""paleo"", ""organic"", ""foods for humans"" etc. First, it was rather expensive. We paid $50 for meatloaf, side vegetables and beer for two. Then, the food tasted more like a cardboard, beer wasn't really a beer. And most importantly, I got sick after having this food. Never would recommend to anyone. Giving one star just for a great concept (I would have given five stars for the concept, but the negative experience and my not feeling well after this dinner don't allow me to do so, unfortunately).",fake
10651,"Terribly rude staff! When you have to order from a lady, who hardly speaks english, and who ends up yelling and belittling you because of her language barrier, should have known better to hang up and cancel the order. Oh well I didn't. Food took forever to come, and it was average at the best. I admit that the lady's attitude tasted in the food. But nevertheless, there are much better Indian restaurants in the hood, so better to stick with Bay Leaf.",real
45992,"Tried Cookshop for brunch today- an outstanding experience.  The restaurant is bright and airy, and the menu I would describe as sophisticated New American comfort food.  Our group ordered the fried chicken, fritatta, chicken breast salad, and brisket.  Everything was delicious, bellinis were strong, and the staff was incredibly friendly.  On the way out 3 people thanked us for coming.  I will definitely return!",real
27015,"Among all the car dealerships there was a glimmer of hope.....for food. We were looking for a spot to eat before a show at Terminal 5 and we found it. Comfort food, and a lot better than what you would expect at a bar. 2 words, TATOR TOTS.",real
5368,"Went to Underdogs for the 4th time tonight and as always they are great. I was coming from work in fairmount and was there 10 minutes before the 9pm close. I usually tend to stay away from that after going to other food places before closing and seeing the staff groan from last second customers but was instantly greeted and was not made to feel as a burden. I wish i got the name of the employee because he couldnt have been nicer and more helpful even offering a refill on my soda after seeing how quick i got into the first while waiting for my dog. As for the dog itself, I got the herb chicken parm dog with marinara and shaved parm and it couldnt have been better. the dog itself was tasty enough to stand alone but the marinara and shaved parm took it over the top. The side of sriracha mayo with my fries and I was feeling great. Cant wait to go back, thanks underdogs",real
49819,"For the most part, the food was pretty great and the specials were yummy. I had the vanilla fig appetizer, which sounded delicious on the menu but ended up being a really strange combination of flavors that just didn't work. My date and I both ordered specials for our entrees, which were quite good. The wine list is extensive but a little intimidating (you might think you know a little about wine, but if you don't have your italian dictionary handy you could be out of luck). Our waitress was super attentive and very sweet.",real
14527,"Just a few things to say. Yum yum yum yum yum! Always good!  Special cocktails always yummy as well! Only annoying thing is brunch seems to get packed, and doesn't end until pretty late. And I can't get the dinner menu :(",real
41908,"I love this place. That being said, the blonde Irish waitress has got to go. She is always unnecessarily rude to me and my friends. I went here on my roommate's birthday, my roommate who is the sweetest nicest person in the world, because it is her favorite bar in Astoria and we had to leave after one drink because of that waitress. We had a large group and were standing next to the corner booth that only had two gentlemen in it. The guys were gone for a while, smoking or something, and my roommate sat on the side of their booth, where they weren't even sitting, and that waitress appeared out of no where to yell at her. My roommate explained she was going to ask the guys if she could sit there with them when they got back, but that they had been gone a while. That waitress b*tched her out, saying it was ""against the law."" Really?!? The law of Sweet Afton? The guys came back and my roommate explained the story to them and they were more than willing to have her join them at the booth, but at that point the waitress was going off on another one of our friends for touching some flowers in a vase on the bar, so we had to get out of there. I wish I could say this was an off night for her, but she has always got an issue with someone every time I come to this bar. Wish she would get deported.",real
15588,"Big Daddy's is a great find as all of the hot dogs and the creative toppings are fresh and really, really good. This place is mostly take out, I think there is a stool or two to sit down, but the dogs are so good, they don't stay around long! My fav is the cole slaw dog, and I like to get the bigger, beefier hot dog, it is really, really juicy!",real
13793,"My mother-in-law has an expression for places like this:  ""The food's free, you're paying for the view."" Well, yes and no.  Brooklyn Crab is done up in high style, like some insane fever dream of a Maryland shore crab shack -- albeit one with mini golf in the back.  Happily, the wait wasn't long on this Sunday night, though the place was packed -- they took my cell number when we got there, told us it'd be 30 minutes max, and it wound up being closer to 10. Seated upstairs, my friend and I ordered the PEI mussels to start along with bowls of New England clam chowder.  The latter was tasty and filling, not too thin, but not too thick either, with just enough clams and potatoes.  The mussels were fine -- not as fat and juicy as I'd hoped, but the broth under them was buttery and delicious, and made me wish we'd been given a more generous helping of bread. Our main course was a pair of crab rolls, and while my dining companion had few qualms, I found my roll to be a bit on the dry side.  I don't like a ton of mayo on my seafood rolls, but I do expect some salady moistness, and this didn't cut the mustard.  Bay seasoning, sure, plenty of that, but neither the crab nor the roll were compelling.  All told, our meal (with beers) came to around $90.  Not cheap, not unexpected. Service was fine if not particularly attentive.  But then, you're not really paying for the service, or the food either.  Brooklyn Crab overlooks Fairway and its voluminous parking lot, with glimpses of the water beyond.  Which is probably just as well.  If the place was any closer to the water, I reckon they'd jack the prices up even further.  And, expectations raised, I'd likely be giving Brooklyn Crab one less star.",real
2395,"I drove from NY to try the Philly cheese steaks with whiz (also stopped at Pat's).  After having them (both Geno's and Pat's) I wouldn't drive down the street for them, let alone for two hours. There was nothing remarkable about these sandwiches (other than the hype and cost).",real
17014,"Food: Delicious. Service: Great and friendly. Speediness: Excellent. Now, let's talk about the epic wait. If you hope to be seated within an hour for weekend brunch, you're out-of-luck (and out-of-your-mind). The wait is tremendous, but with the right expectations and preparedness it's definitely worth it. I came here on a Sunday morning for a table of 5. I put my name down at 10:20am, was quoted two hours, and walked to SoHo to shop. Clinton St. Baking Company plugged my cell number into their online system, which provided updates on how many parties were ahead of mine when refreshed (they texted the URL). My wait started with 22 parties ahead of me and fell to 7 within an hour. At that point, I walked back to the restaurant in case a table was available early, and low-and-behold my table was ready 30 minutes ahead of the quoted time. Given how easy this process is, I would come back again (other suggestion: read a book at a nearby café). Now stop worrying about the wait, and put your name down already. The maple butter is gold and the pancakes meet the hype! TIP: Cash only.",real
25881,"Cutie Patroller report This is the closest wine bar from my clothing shop CutieRoom (located next to Gentlemen Farmer ) so I often come by for wine and a small snack after work. Jadis is reasonable and has a wide selection on their wine menu as well as serving French Tapas. The whole kitchen is behind the bar counter and they don't use any gas appliances for cooking - pretty much just an open toaster and panini press! I don't recommend to go here if you are expecting a hearty dinner but sometimes I will crave their Spinach Chicken Salad..it is so good, filling, and guilty free for skinny bitches!  The place is always crowded but never uncomfortably too packed (after my blog post, there is no guarantee ;). It's simply cozy and homey. The wine I normally order by the bottle is only $25, and by the glass $7. ''Cheers!"" by Cutie Patroller",real
24586,"Just  back from opening day at Lcal 44 - it was FANTASTC!  What a fabulous beer list, you cannot find a better one in the city - or a more fairly priced one.  The kitchen brought out some complementary morsels:  juicy batter-coated chicken wings, rich tasting potato cakes, hearty Cuban-style sandwiches (I don't think the kitchen is presently using a plancha, the sandwich press that gives the the cubano its caramelized grilled edge, but it was tasty none the less).  In any case, while it is too early to judge the kitchen, its early menu complements the great beer list perfectly.  The West Philly neighborhood now boasts a terrific bar and in Leigh and Brendan it could not have found more gracious and knowledgeable hosts.  Happy New Year indeed.",real
41592,"Nice bar but the service here is terrible. My friends and I come here at least once a week. Last Friday we unfortunately had the most nasty and rude waitress. Throughout the night she constantly kept asking us sarcastically if we were ok, which seemed really weird after the 6th time she asked within an hour. Then when we left she asked me why we tipped her less than 10%. Which was crazy because we tipped her 20%. I don't know why she had such a nasty attitude all night and questioning our tip before we left was extremely rude. This isn't my first time having to deal with this waitress and I'm not the only one who has complained about her to management before. Needless to say I will not be coming back here. Be careful if you do come here the waitres said her name was Adreana, I'm not sure if that is her real name but she is the Asian waitress.",real
6236,Just love it !! Not to fond of the sides except the mac & cheese &cornbread but everything else amazing!!,real
36027,The vegetable grinder delicious  and their Veggie pizza is to die for All the food that I had so far  Was good and when order fries they stay hot for a while  and And the barbecue chicken Pizza Is good I recommend this restaurant It has food for everyone!!!!,real
31507,"This place is so good!!! ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! Great service, prices and food is so fresh and beautiful. ""EXCELLENT"" I will highly recommend! as a matter of fact I have a party of 10 ready to go back with me next week and I cant wait! VERY, VERY GOOD!",fake
39960,"Decent food but not very authentic. had a really good squid salad. my lady friend had a chicken enchilada  that left something to be desired. place was too tiny for how many people try to fit in there; as a result we had to sit right near the door which was chilling after awhile. Guacamole, salsa and chips were top notch but expensive and they change for extra chips! barrio chino, get real!",fake
15559,"man oh man, what a breath of fresh air. deceptively simple food, done very well. goes to show that you don't need to bombard people with culinary tricks and confusing layers to get results. just have some respect for the food, know how to cook and season properly, and let it speak for itself. you can tell there's a lot of care going into all aspects of this place.",real
37616,"This is my favorite Italian restaurant...Everything is so good. The first time I came here we had a group of 6 and had Renalto order for us.  We just closed our menus and let the man take over.  Out came wine, fabulous antipastos, pastas, and other family style Italian dishes.  It was one of the first and most memorable meals I've had in NY. *on a side note, they serve the biggest meatballs, I've never tried them but always want to 4/16/07 I realized after reading my review again, I never listed my favorites..so here they are: Baked Clams, sauteed Portobello Mushrooms, Prosciutto, Melon & Cheese, Lobster Cannelloni , and Ossobucco",real
21061,"I had no idea what to expect when I arrived at Uva, and overall it really surprised me. Wines were good. Food was excellent (yes, get their Truffled Gnocchi). Service was fast and spot on. Atmosphere was quaint, romantic and cozy...had that old-world charm. The boyfriend and I went at 8pm on a Tuesday and it was PACKED. We only had to wait 10 minutes, but I can't imagine what it would be like on a Friday. 2 glasses of wine, the salad on special and 2 entrees = $103   and all of it was good. Great deal in my book.",real
31775,"Love the food. Breakfast here rocks and the Stumptown drip is the best! The staff is courteous and friendly as the food is fresh and delicious! This place gets busy too, it's great 'to-go' for the park, right around the corner!",real
43414,"I have read some people complain that their steaks from Dalessandro's had dry meat or soggy bread. This wasn't my experience (granted I have only been once). I ordered the cheesesteak with fried onions and provolone, and it was freaking fantastic. The steak was flavorful and juicy, yet not overly greasy. I'm not sure how to describe the roll other than saying that it was really good. The three other people that I were with really enjoyed their sandwiches too. One of them was visiting Philly for the first time, and he actually insisted on going to Dalessandro's twice because he was so impressed. It is also worth mentioning that the lady working at the counter has kind of a no-nonsense attitude, but she is nevertheless very nice and is an efficient worker. Also, I was impressed with the speed in which our order was completed. The place was pretty busy and we waited for maybe 5 minutes. For all of these reasons, Dalessandro's is my favorite cheesesteak joint so far. In any event, it beats the pants off Pat's (which kind of sucks in my opinion).",fake
47857,"This small restaurant was a great find.  We have been there for lunch and dinner a few times.  I've yet to have a bad meal.  Favorite lunch fares have been the chicken empanadas, cuban guacamole with plantain chips. The guacamole was fresh, had a good balance of cilantro, onions and a small bite of jalapeños, very good! My favorite lunch entree has been the pan con bistec (steak sandwich), they use real steak that has been marinated in adobo, onions and cheese in a toasted long bun, extremely juicy, very flavorful.  You can have a choice of a any sides, I had mine with fried yucca.  Stop in, ask for Guillermo, a very sweet manager that runs the establishment.  One last thing, the restaurant is a BYOB...  bring your favorite wine or rum, they offer mojitos and sangrias to tantalize your mood! Ask about the eclectic mix of cuban and asian decor...",real
28902,"Great Manhattan view, great athmosphere, friendly staff, nice food! Bravo majstore!",fake
49129,"THIS PLACE IS DIRTY! The utensils are in a cup on the table handle side down just so you can have everyone's fingers all over your fork or spoon. Dogs are adorable and I love them but not when I am eating and it is looking at me with sad eyes like its starving. The woman who was waiting tables ran away from customers to answer the phone in the middle of taking their order. RUDE! At one point a woman returned from outside, reeked of cigarettes and went straight to the kitchen and back to work without washing her hands. I am unsure of how this place passes any health inspections. I can't help but to think how dirty it is where I can't see. I don't care how good the food is. I can't eat somewhere that is filthy and unorganized.",real
4494,"OMG visual over-stimulation!  I think one visit is required just for the decor, which engulfs almost every available wall surface. Came because the place is close to the Brooklyn Museum.  While we were in line, we were offered cookies (think mini chips ahoy) with cream on top. Yum.  Sat next to a couple who raved about the place and encouraged us to try the sausage.  Perhaps next time. Before our order arrived, we were offered free cinnamon toast with honey.  Yum again.  Ordered the huevos rancheros. Funnily enough, I liked the rice and refried beans the best..  The eggs were lost under the salsa (which was a bit spicy for my liking) and hid a flour tortilla underneath.  Was also served with has browns, which were bland. Next time, I would ask the eggs to come with just cheese to keep it a bit more simple.  Would definitely come back to sample more from the menu.   The way they serve free food, may be a good place just to order coffee and sit.",real
21391,"I swung by here with a friend last weekend for brunch and we were pleasantly surprised by UVA.  It has a quiet/rustic atmosphere and the wine list is extensive.  Good food (My friend got the beet salad and I tried the rustico omelette) that was nicely prepared.  Only downside was the staff (we waited awhile to get our order taken) and the food was slow coming out.  Other than that, this is a place I wanna check out again (and hopefully try out the wine selection).",real
2391,"Unfortunately, between Pat's and Geno's, I believe Pat's wins. The cheesesteak at Geno's is a bit more dry and more tough. The steak doesn't quite combine with the bread, making it a juicy, warm, gooey sandwich, instead each ingredient stays relatively separate. The neon lights, flashy posters, and offensive signage don't help the experience.",real
13676,Very tasty!   Not from Brooklyn but would come back.  Price wasn't cheap but definitely worth it if you like sea food.   Could see the statue of liberty from my rood top seat!  Over all pretty cool place.,real
19210,"Yup, everyone is right. This guy is the best. If you just want samosas you dont have to wait in line. Just go up to the cart and graba bag from his cart and stuff some in. Tell him how many, pay, and on your way. Although I love this guys dosas. For 5 bucks you get 2 huge dosas with all the chutney and green sauce or red sweet sauce you want. I absolutely love what he calls ""drumsticks"". I cant even describe them. He has a ton on the cart next to the samosas so its nice to not have to wait on that long line if I just want those. He told me the line is only if I wanted him to make me a dosa. --Back to the drumsticks-- These vegan chicken legs are also a dollar a piece. They have the consistency of chicken and tastes like chicken with outstanding seasonings and lightly breaded. I love these things so much I went back and bought 12 of them one day and brought them to a friends BBQ. A friend who hates vegan anything. He loved them and went back himself a week later.  You can check him out here on youtube. youtube.com/watch?v=tZ1Y…",real
25834,"Jadis is a cute little unassuming bar in LES. If you just walk by without knowing that it's there, it might be a bit hard to find. But I highly recommend that you do look for because their tiny bites are delicious! The best would be their scallops wrapped in bacon or their mini quiches. The Boyfriend and I stopped by to try a few of their little bites and they were delish! The service was attentive and although we didn't have any of the wine, I've only heard great things about it. Definitely a must visit!",real
40775,Delicious sandwiches and prepared food. Love the MKA special and the homemade cavatelli with broccoli.,real
5162,"Just went for the first time yesterday. We started with the sampler. Everything was delicious, especially the fried cheese and bacalaitos. I ordered a sandwich. It was really good but huge and I couldn't finish it so I brought half home. It was one of our guest's birthday so whatever her dessert was, it was amazing!!! I really like this place and will absolutely be going back. Maybe to  try the mofongo next time.",real
21270,"Uva is not much to look at from the street.  I had planned a visit but almost changed my mind.  Once inside you find a cozy wine-bar and restaurant which was redecorated when it opened four years ago.  Walls were stripped down to brick.  An old, original fireplace stands out but sadly it no longer works.  Nice enclosed patio in the back which is heated in winter.  Not open when we stopped by for Sunday brunch. Wine selection is substantial with very many available by the glass.  Menu has its ups and downs.  I had an excellent pear-gorgonzola salad and a very ordinary chicken saltimbocca.  My sister had polenta with mushrooms followed by a veal dish - both very nice. Very enjoyable, not cheap. The wine list mentioned a three wine flight menu available from 4 PM - 7 PM Sundays thru Wednesday.  I need to get more info on that, sounded very interesting.",real
13799,"This place is awesome! The Dungeness crab clusters is an incredible way to enjoy crab without the work of full blue crabs by the dozen. Sit on the third floor deck, you're surrounded on 360 degrees with windows that open like large garage doors to create an open air deck. The view of the harbor and statue of liberty are great. We were there last night and a random fireworks display took off! Bottom line, great food, great view, really nice staff.",real
17462,"I don't know how I didn't write for this place before. My. FAVORITE. I'm gonna be short and sweet. Shrimp and grits.. Fuh yeah Cheesy grits, eggs, fried green tomatos (yeah I said it) Ham and bacon with maple syrup- you better ask somebody French toast- unh hot fresh coffee, chai latte's that taste like their supposed to- better believe it. I love here.",real
17243,Couldn't resist the chocolate cake,real
9262,"Sizzling Sisig: Must have! Will order this one again and again. Watermelon and Pork Jowl salad: fresh taste for summer! Garlic Rice is great, but if you order sizzling sisig, plain rice would be the best.",real
18072,"Yay! I'm a fan of the BLUEBERRY PANCAKES, and that's about it.  Fortunately, I didn't have to wait more than about 15 minutes to be seated, which is a huge plus, considering I've heard this place typically has a 1+ hour wait.  Everything on the menu is just okay, and not that noteworthy...but the pancakes are out of this world.  They're made with the finest blueberries, they're light and fluffy, and the maple butter is to die for.  I wouldn't recommend anything else...go there for the pancakes! One more thing, they don't accept debit, which is a huge pain, and the reason I didn't give this place 5 stars.",real
21348,"I ventured here one Friday evening with a friend.  I loved the tiny open kitchen and small bar. We enjoyed cocktails, bruschetta and mains.  I adored the ""build your own"" bruschetta option because it caters to a variety of palates.  We enjoyed the traditional tomato and balsamic and creamy white bean and garlic.  All done! I will be swayed to return to the UES for their mozzarella stuffed meatballs.  2 are enough-perfect for late fall/winter soul food comfort food.  Mama would be proud; perfectly seasoned with garlic, covered with rich marinara and..filling!",real
26724,"Not much to say here that hasn't already been said, so I'll say it a bit differently.  Oh. Mah. Gah.  This place rocks.  Came here on a recommendation from a friend.  I ran the Philly Marathon and was looking forward to a post-race brunch if my belly was up for it.  And it was (thank you, belly).  Called ahead 20 minutes and had to wait about 10 minutes when we arrived at 1:30pm on Sunday.  I ordered the stuffed challah french toast with a side of turkey bacon and scrambled eggs.  Too much.  I keep a list of ""Top 5"" bites of food, and welcomed the french toast to this list with open arms.  I feared that the filling would be too sweet and overwhelm the plate, but it was perfectly balanced.  The turkey bacon was thicker than expected, which made it delicious-er than expected.  My fiance got the eggs benedict florentine, which she said was good also, but couldn't finish (and by the looks she kept giving my way, she was definitely jealous of the french toast).   Have I mentioned the stuffed french toast is awesome?  I'll definitely be back here.",real
41620,"I really don't think this place is anything to write home about. I've tried to like it, given it ample chances to impress me, but I don't plan on going back. There's really no reason to, other than the fried pickles, which I have to admit are delicious. The atmosphere is cool -- very dark, wooden, hipster-y. I have two main problems with this place: 1. The menu is extremely limited. Burgers, mac and cheese and grilled cheese, but that's pretty much it. None of it was bad, but it's just nothing special. 2. The bartenders I've had really weren't attentive in the slightest, and act like they're doing me a favor to pour me an expensive drink. It shouldn't take 15 minutes to get a drink here. I just didn't really feel like my business was appreciated here. This place reminds me of a not-as-good version of Sparrow, on 24th Avenue.",real
45139,"Food still great - Som (Richard) still on top form - we had nice St, Joseph that paired so well with the food.",real
39017,"C'mon, Figs - I know you can do so much better. I really wanted to like this place because it's in my neighborhood, it seems to be loved by the neighborhood, I've heard from friends that the dinner is great, and the previous Yelp reviews have been very positive.  There were some really lovely regulars in the restaurant chatting with one another.  The decor is beautiful.  Our waitress was sweet.  So much potential! So it's Sunday brunch, party of four - two of us ordered the BLT, and the other two ordered build your own omelets.  The BLT is comprised of: a large buttery croissant, wilted lettuce served under scrambled eggs, Hollandaise sauce, tomato and turkey bacon.  It's a mushy, tasteless messy sammy that you eat with a fork + knife.  And it came out to the table about room temp.  It seemed very carelessly prepared. The build-your-own omelets were fine, unimpressive, not well seasoned...but they were hot, which was an improvement over the BLT.  The potatoes weren't bad - a tad mushy, but well seasoned.   The coffee was overly bitter, but maybe it was a bad batch (trying hard to give them the benefit of the doubt). HOWEVER - it's cheap as chips there, and it's a real neighborhood joint.  I'd go again to cure a bad hangover maybe - the pancakes looked tasty. It's just not the treasure that I read it was, sadly.  With such a simple menu (read: not much selection), you've got to be able to execute everything you're offering. I think maybe they've stopped paying attention to quality, or maybe the kitchen was having a bad day.  We went somewhere else after to satisfy our craving for tasty food.",real
384,"I love everything about Nai Tapas!! It's a great place for groups/birthday parties... I've been four or five times with a party of 5+ and everyone always has a great time. The food is delicious (get the garlic shrimp and dip the bread in the sauce!) but not too expensive, the sangria is great and the service is good too! I've seen the flamenco show twice and it's really fun -- both times we were sitting right in front and it was pretty loud, so don't plan on having any deep conversations during it (lasts about 30-45 mins i think?).",real
48522,"Spasso Italian Grille really is as good as it gets.  Pure Perfection!  I have eaten there on many occasions when I am visiting Old City.  The food is authentic Italian.  Always hot and fresh.   It has never been less than fabulous.  They even kindly prepared a dish that was not part of their regular menu for a family member of mine.  Ooh, and the bread and marinated vegetables are divine. Classy hostess and fine waiters.  The atmosphere is unpretentious.  I love the exposed brick and murals.  And...because it is important to me...the restrooms are always clean.",fake
23587,"This place is great for big groups of friends or a date night with a significant other. The tapas are all excellent, and the fish entrees are especially tasty. Food generally comes out lightning fast and the staff are helpful and friendly. If the weather is right grab a seat outside as the atmosphere is enhanced and the music is a bit quieter.  All in all this Cuban Pete's serves tasty food in a fun and festive atmosphere. The owner, Dominic is a friendly guy who makes it a point to come around to make sure everyone is having a good time. Be good to him and he will be good to you.",real
28667,"After finding out that there was another Cocoron location that required less travel time, I had wanted to check it out. I usually don't review restaurants that are branched out but Cocoron was an exception.  The interior is pretty much the same but much wider and spacious. I sat at the bar area, watching the three chefs working very precisely and calm. I like to compare quality control with restaurant branches so I got the Warm Pork  Kimchee Soba (which was my first soba at their Delancey location) and I also had their daily special fried chicken. The fried chicken came first on a bed of greens and a lemon wedge; The taste of it was just alright, considering that there was a lot of coating over the chicken. Their warm soba here was just as impeccable as their other location; A very flavorful yet spicy broth which is the best but I felt that there was more kimchi and pork than soba. Ended the meal with their complimentary green tea, leaving me satisfied. Another successful restaurant, will be back for sure.",real
20171,Lovely Upper East Side spot with warm and rustic decor! The food is good enough however nothing to write home about. It certainly beats out a lot of other sad joints in this neighborhood. Crowd is young and fun. Would return again if in the area!,fake
8233,"It can be impossible to find a restaurant to suit everyone's desires in my family. Truly, truly impossible. But give us Greek food and we are a happy bunch of Greeks ourselves. Pylos was the destination for my birthday dinner this year with the family. As it was guaranteed to please, I suggested that we share all the dishes - I love sharing! More dishes to try without me feeling like a glutton (and not being able to consume it all by myself). We went crazy trying to decide over all the appetizers, but finally we waved our waiter over and started spouting out the list we compiled: Poikilia: three dipping sauces-- tzatziki (yogurt-cucumber dip); taramosalata (fish roe dip); and melitzanosalata (char-grilled eggplants and extra-virgin olive oil), served with the warmed pita and hummus that comes with the table. Very, very good, portions are small but the flavors for each are robust so you don't need much. Ta Afrata Keftedakia Tis Dianas: Diane's light-as-air meatballs, pan-fried in olive oil. I didn't partake, but my family devoured them so quickly they probably were 'light-as-air.' Five meatballs that are practically the size of tennis balls, with fresh chopped tomatoes on top. Sardelles Scharas: grilled fresh sardines served with chopped parsley, garlic and extra-virgin olive oil. Delicious, three sardines that are crispy and fresh - although those larger bones aren't exactly edible. Avgolemono Me Sampania: a bowl of the classic egg-lemon soup with chicken stock and rice. My dad wanted it all to himself, and we weren't going to argue with him. Clearly very good, coming from the Greek man himself. Patzarosalata: roasted beets served with extra-virgin greek olive oil and beet greens. I love beets. LOVE. I nearly devoured the entire salad myself, those beets were cooked perfectly. Kotopoulo Gemisto Me Stafides, Dendrolivano Thymari Kai Kasseri: chicken farci with raisins, rosemary, thyme and greek kasseri cheese, served with briam (zucchini, eggplant, potato). Pretty darn tasty; the filling in the chicken was sweet, not quite for me, but the chicken itself was succulent. Solomos Ston Atmo: poached salmon served over spinach-rice pilaf with sun-dried tomato and olive sauce. It was ok - the salmon was kind of dry for some reason, and the pilaf had this herb in it I couldn't identify that unfortunately ruined it for me. My dad loved it, he couldn't understand our complaints so it might have just been us. Overall, a very delicious dinner. I love that Pylos sticks to making the traditional, classic Greek dishes, just better than you would get them in most Greek restaurants. The appetizers are by far where they excel, truly truly mouthwatering. The entrees just aren't as inviting and interesting. Service was exceptional, they were constantly attentive to water and when a dish was finished to be whisked off the table. The decor I absolutely love, rustic chic - the clay vases on the ceiling were amazing, I wish I could do that in my home! A wonderful place for a date or a large group.",real
43254,"I am very surprised by the reviews below.  I have been here twice, and both times the food was very good.  Although the menu isn't the most exotic or unique for dinner at Max's, the food has yet to disappoint me or any of my guests.  The staff always goes out of the way to help you out, make suggestions, tweak menu items to your liking, and just provide a great experience.  They even took the time to ask about any food allergies (WHO DOES THAT?!) and when making dessert made sure to put in a special request to remove the allergen from the area that the food was prepped for my date.  The desserts here are expensive, but large enough to share!  You can't go here without getting dinner, so save up some room!  The prices are a bit high for what they offer, but it's worth giving it a shot!",real
12886,A beautiful atmosphere.  Great place for a large dinner party or dinner for 2.  Sangria is delicious.  Prices are reasonable and portions are great.  Service is pretty good.  Ive been there several times including NYE which didnt change the pricing of the meals.,real
8127,"You want good greek in manhattan? This is the spot. Always fresh, good quality ingredients and impeccable combinations. Try the Greek Salad, Braised octopus, fish of the day.. and dont forget to ask for extra lemon. You can tell by the flavors that the olive oil, balsamic, capers, cheeses... Everything is delicious and compliment each other so well. I asked the waitress for a good wine recommendation and we had a great time.",real
20544,"Our dinner experience at Uva was absolutely stellar. We made reservations about a month in advance, which was a great move, because it was wall-to-wall packed on a Sunday night when we arrived at 8:30. We had to wait about 10 minutes for our table, but it was no big deal. We chatted with the hostess (who was super sweet) to pass the time, and then she snagged us a little corner table in the lounge area to wait until our name was called. We were seated in the al fresco garden area in the back of the restaurant. The ambience was excellent, and the copious heat lamps kept us very warm. I would love to come back in the summer when it's open to the outdoors because I think it would be beautiful. We started with wine then moved on to the Truffle Oil and Truffle Cheese flatbread. It was great to nibble on while waiting for our Primi and Secondi. The Mozzarella in Camicia was absolutely delicious as well. The cheese was moist and the prosciutto was crispy. Finally, both myself and my friend ordered the Gnocchi di Ricotta as our entrees. I cannot oversell this gnocchi. It was literally one of the best dishes I have EVER had. The gnocchi was cooked perfectly, the sauce was creamy, and the truffle oil made it an absolute stand-out. I can't wait until my next trip to the city so I can go to Uva again.",real
10114,"White Dog does every meal well. As a Penn student I'm there fairly often and I always know I will be happy, if not always thrilled, with my meal. It's a great place to grab drinks or dinner with a small group of friends, and the tiny dining rooms make it convenient for conversation. Plus the hostesses and wait staff are always pleasant enough. White Dog tends to be a little pricey, but there are good deals to be had. They have Happy Hour drink specials, a reasonable bar menu, and an ""all you can drink"" brunch cocktail special on the weekends which is WORTH ITS WEIGHT IN GOLD. Poor White Dog definitely loses money on those drinks when my friends and I have brunch there. Overall a solid UCity and Penn staple which I will be sure to visit every time I am back on campus.",real
43965,"great place to eat late at night, open 24 hours",fake
27209,I know I have already written a review in the past but I had to write another one. Every time I have come to Buttermilk Channel I continue to fall more in love. I love this place more and more every time I come... You must try the pecan french toast unbelievably good and the lamb on the brunch menu; holy cow this is amazing when I'm taking the bite I almost feel seduced by the flavors really good... lol amazing love this place... We were on our way to try another spot but found us heading over to Buttermilk Channel. Jeannette B,fake
4851,"Tom's get four stars for overall experience. The food is not the best I have ever had for brunch but it definitely hits the spot. Where they smash the competition is price and service! Where else can you go for a freshly cooked breakfast for 4, all less than $35?McDonalds does not count as an option. Also, only place I have been to where they give you free drinks and food while you wait in line! NICE",real
3955,"In the time before gentrification this eatery must have been a sight to see, bustling with local personalities and a sabor uniquely Puerto Rican. It still gets a crowd and might be a wonderful symbol for the old meeting the new. You'll spot old school locals boisterously familiar with the staff, but you won't be hard pressed to find adventurous newbies taking in the sounds, smells, sights of an old fashioned eatery - a place where it seems like the waitstaff is involved in the preparation of your food.   While very charming, this little eatery is not for the fickle. We waited a while, a long while to get attention from the waitstaff. But it is a tiny neighborhood staple, with its own nuances and we weren't prepared for it. Once it became apparent that the we weren't being served - the staff took extra care to be attentive to us. The food was good. We ate the mofongo - a mashed plantain/pork/garlic staple of the Caribbean. The garlic in the mofongo was very potent. I find mofongo can sometimes be a bit to dry, that was not the case here. The san cocho here was also nice, as good as a restaurants interpretation of the hearty stew can get. The rotisserie chicken was delicious, well seasoned and slow cooked to fatty perfection. The tostones were nice but a bit softer than I prefer. The batida (a shake of sorts) was creamy, fruity, and cinammony.   Had some nice conversations with the staff. Smiles all around.",real
19261,"I've been here several times over the years for lunch.  There is an excellent variety and it's always busy so the food is turned over.  There is also a dessert bar which is nice to see as well.  The price is right and the service isn't bad.  I don't think I've found the best Chinese buffet yet but there is nothing wrong with this one.  For Sushi fans, this could be a good place because the price is included in your buffet.  I'll be back.",real
15926,"Many happy memories of late breakfasts here with Pops when I was a kid -- post errands on a Sunday, after b-ball practice on Saturday nights, any old time Dad felt the need to chat with the other ""old guys at the diner"" that are always there. decent food, good service :)",real
3604,"I absolutely LOVE this place. Creative, delicious menu. Perfect Old Fashions. Went for brunch. Can't wait to go back. Had the Creole Egg Bake with shrimp. A fantastic Louisiana twist on baked eggs. The big biscuits are homemade, fluffy and moist. Breakfast burger was as delicious as it was messy! Can't wait for more!",real
5556,Very good food and drinks!!!,fake
42234,"The food at Hu is great. It's healthy, it tastes good, and it's presented nicely. The only reason I held back on giving the fifth star is because I feel like Hu is severely over priced. There is no reason they should be charging more than Starbucks for a cup of coffee, and when you really think about it, a lot of what they serve should actually be cheaper than most comparable places.. In short: I loved the food, loved the ambiance, hated the pricing. If you have the cash to drop, go for it.",real
30680,it was ok... kind of expensive. I prefer Cubana Cafe down the street. Give me zesty Cuban over everything else any day.,real
789,EUH!,fake
2995,"I don't think i'll eat a philly cheese steak ever again. It does NOT look or taste appetizing, and my stomach definitely did not agree with it. =T It's not good for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, late night, or desserts!!!",real
35112,"Wow. This place has got to be the most romantic restaurant I've yet to visit so far. I had the free range chicken and it was so delicious. The retractable roof was the cherry on top of a fabulous dinner, and the servers were so nice and helpful.",real
46804,"Horray for In Riva bringing some life to East Falls!! Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere, great service, score.  Do not miss out on the caprese salad or tuna (whachamacallit). I look forward to taking a stroll down kelly drive and hanging on the outdoor patio come spring, and trying everything else on the menu.",real
19514,"loved, loved, LOVED it here. I was able to get a vegan fried chicken po' boy with spicy collard greens while my boyfriend got shredded bbq pork. the beer selection (and their knowledge of everything they served, including the beer) was amazing. service was perfect - our server had the menu memorized, and when our candle went out at our table, someone literally showed up in like, 30 seconds to replace it. great atmosphere, good music being played in the background, excellent mix of eclectic people. wish i lived closer!",real
7996,"Oficially, my FAVORITE restaturant in the city! Greek food just has such an ability to bring out the most savory and natural flavors out of any dish. Plus, it is so refreshing to know that what's on your plate is HEALTHY and FRESH Service: Impecable, the waiters were helpful with the wine list (mostly Macedonian and Greek choices) and def wen't out of their way to make us feel comfortable Ambiance: Just right! trendy but not pretentious Recos: to start don't miss out on the zucchini with tzatziki, the grilled octopus or the meat filled phyllo pastries. as a main dish, nothing beats the short ribs. we usually order them with the starters and just share everything. no one wants to miss out on trying all the plates :) and save some space for dessert!",real
29089,"Have to say I was singularly unimpressed.  The wine list was good, but everything we ordered was out.   Oh it was the last one or oh she just finished that.  There is a good list of juices on the menu, but they were out of all but cranberry.  On to the main course..they were out of the first choice.  They were out of black tea and brought green instead thinking we would not notice.  The charcutrie and cheese plate were fine, but really this is overrated and 'well it is friday'was not a great excuse.",real
8200,Great apps and affordable wine - great for small parties or a quiet night out for two!,real
15037,"We had a perfect meal. Between two people we ordered a kale salad, 2 apps , 2 entrees and shared a dessert and everything was wonderful. The food combinations were inventive but worked and the menu seemed well curated. The service was just ok but saved by a person who I think was the manager who did the little thoughtful things and noticed when people were looking around for help. The tables are close together which is annoying or gives it a hip european cafe vibe depending on who you are. Portions are not huge and prices are not low but the food is fantastic and we left in a great mood. I would highly recommend Northern Spy for a low key romantic dinner with a loved one or a kick ass 3rd date spot.",real
834,Dirty,fake
48104,"Had a hot roast beef sandwich last week.  Good solid food.  Not quite gastropub like a lot of the spots around town, but better than average bar food, even for Philly.",real
24102,The rodizio is ok. This was my first in Newark. The salad bar is small. I ignored the rice and fries they give out. The fried banana was awesome. Wished i asked more of that. The meats is hit or miss. I'd either get a burnt/crusty out layer of meat or a very rare piece. I sprinkled the corn meal power thingy over the rare pieces of meat to soak up the blood. It gave it an interesting texture.   For AYCE meat the price is right. A repeat spot for sure.,real
15918,"If you're looking for a pricey diner with rude service and so so food, this is your place. $10 a little much for 3 undercooked eggs, bacon & toast. Waitress decided to add a coffee to bill and manager gave me major attitude when I noticed it while paying. Smart move to lose a customer over a $2 coffee I never ordered or received. AVOID!",real
18069,"Okay...I would give this place 4 stars for the food because it was delicious.  The pancakes were fluffy, tasty and topped pretty well.  I had the banana walnut version.  My other half ordered the country breakfast.  That came with a really juicy slice of ham with the most scrumptious hash i ever had.   Why the 3 stars you ask...THEY CHARGED $2 for extra maple syrup.  Fine..i understand it's house made, but give me enough to drench my pancakes in.  =) Plus, there was a 2 hour wait and apparently this is the case every weekend.  I will say that it was worth waiting for...just once.",real
24922,"I love this place. Amazing healthy feel good food with bright flavors and great options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. My favorites: tofu salad, eggplant provie, orange miso tofu, and the mahi curry!!!",fake
48842,"I sat at the sushi bar and order a small order of sushi with a seafood miso soup. My sushi arrived first and was just mediocre. The maguro was a bit of a disappointment and not worth the price. The soup was forgotten by my waitress until she was reminded by the sushi chef. However, the soup was much better than I expected. The miso broth was nice and strong and the soup was loaded with clams, scallops, shrimp, and crab. It was all very substantial and very filling. Give it a try! While not impressed with my sushi order (maybe I caught them on an off-night), the meal was enjoyable due to the friendliness of the sushi chefs and the quality of the soup. If I had more time in this area I would definitely give them a second look. If you haven't been, stop by and add your thoughts too.",real
1931,"It's and OK place. Cheesesteak sandwichs are good but a bit on the oil side. More a Tourist Trap and Kitsch type of a joint but still a fun place to visit. (the place is lit up with neon like a Las Vegas Casino) Here's what I suggest. Buy a classic Cheesesteak sandwich or two from BOTH Geno's and Pats just down the block behind you and take both of them home to the wife and kids. Cut them into 3"" bite-size pieces and have them on a Friday or Saturday night for dinner while watching the Phillies, the Flyers or the Eagles. I've found in my wife and son like Pat's while I and my daughter preffer Geno's. This way everyone is happy. Enjoy!",real
39954,"To be perfectly honest, I expected more. The meal was drowning in its sauce and for how much it cost, was relatively unimpressive. While the staff were accommodating, the meal took a long time.",fake
20291,Went there last night after being turned away at several other restaurants in the area.  The place is much bigger than it looks.  Service was fast. Place was nice and staff were helpful.  The food was good. The tiramisu was awesome.,real
33,"Toast, you're killing me. I've tried many times to like this place since I live so close to it, but its just one disappointment after another. The prices are just oddly absurd. I got a small coffee and a tiny muffin (about 1-2 inches in diameter) and it came out to almost $6! Not to mention the muffin had absolutely no flavor to it and was kind of stale. I hate to feel such regret after making a purchase but it's happened a few times at Toast now. They only get my business out of convenience when the weather is too gross to go somewhere farther.",real
48428,These are the best burgers in Staten Island. And don't forget the onion rings.,real
34513,"Wow.. everything on the menu sounded so good that we didn't know what to choose.   But we knew we had to get the Red Velvet Pancakes! Of course I want a little of everything so I suggested we order a few things and share.  We knew we definitely could not finish an entire order of Red Velvet Pancakes so we asked if we could order the kids sized portion.  Our server was super friendly and allowed us to do so as long as all 3 of us each ordered an entree. So we went with the kids sized Red Velvet Pancakes, The Kitchen Sink, Chicken & Waffles Benedict and Creme Brulee French Toast. Red Velvet Pancakes... O M G. Amazing! So light and fluffy.  Love the square shape of them.  The strawberry mascarpone tasted like cream cheese frosting or something.  Regardless, it was soooooo bomb.  I would definitely get a serving of just this for my main entree next time.  Perfect amount of chocolate chips.. no syrup necessary for me. MmmMm just writing about this is making me crave some more already. The Kitchen Sink.  Holy crap.  Our reaction when we saw it.  It was HUGE and we didn't know where to start but I dug right into it.  The sausage gravy was slathered all over everything, creamy and salty deliciousness.  Perfect ratio of sausage in the gravy and it was just the right amount for the biscuit, potatoes, eggs, etc underneath.  Soo good! Chicken & Waffles Benedict.  Fried chicken on half of a Belgian waffle with poached eggs and hollandaise on top.  Yum!  I wish the waffle was a little more crisp and the chicken was a little hard to cut into.  Was disappointed that the ""sage maple and Louisiana Hot Sauce hollandaise"" was just hollandaise with hot sauce drizzled on top.  Still good. Creme Brulee French Toast. Enormous portion! At least 6 slices of challah I think.  It was good, but I think the Red Velvet Pancakes takes the cake on this one.  We barely ate this.. but gave it a try.  The vanilla bean custard was delicious and tasted like........ creme brulee. They have flavors for the coffee.  Try the salted caramel iced coffee! Attentive servers and the owner is also really nice.  Did not have to wait long for a table on a Monday morning even though the place was pretty busy.  They had a steady flow coming in and waiting.",real
8539,"This place has decent sandwiches but doesn't quite live up to its own hype. I've had two of their sandwiches:  (1) the Italian Stallion, which is similar to an Italian hoagie except instead of lettuce tomato and onions they give you a house made pepper relish. I was looking forward to the relish but I found it really didn't add much to the sandwich and I was missing the freshness of lettuce and tomatoes. The seeded roll was very good though.  (2) the Uncle Guys turkey sandwich is like a turkey club except pancetta instead of bacon an arugula instead of lettuce. I thought this one was better than the Italian. A couple things I don't like about this place. One is that there seems to be no option to vary the sandwich ingredients. The other is the way they ""narrate"" the building of the sandwich as you wait for it, which I think is unnecessary and a bit pretentious. The sandwiches here are not cheap so keep in mind that you will be paying $9 for just your sandwich which is a little pricey.   Overall, I wasn't blown away by Matt and Marie's, but if you work in the neighborhood it would be a decent option for a take out sandwich.",real
4935,"Ahhh corned beef hash the way it's supposed to be. Not like the bowl of oil that my cafeteria serves up every morning. Food was good! I was a little disappointed with the home fries because they were extremely mushy (and I know I can make better than that). But what they lacked in home fries, they made up in home made beef sausages (and a freebie second helping too... shhhh said the host). Be prepared to wait a while. The line was out the door when we arrived (prime brunch time ~11a) but they served us cookies and hot coffee! Now that's service. Not a service you get very often anymore and it's a shame... it really makes a difference. The damage wasn't too bad at ~$12 per person. The reason I'm giving them 4 stars is just cuz I thought the place was a little sloppy on the clean up of the tables. I know they were busy but a wet table is pretty gross. But go for the food! It's totally worth it.",real
35042,"Salinas is a very solid tapas restaurant. It is expensive. By default when you go to tapas restaurant you anticipate to order many or at least quite a few mini dishes and experience a great variety of foods and flavors, but with prices of $18 and $26 per one tapa - a couple can easily spend around $200+ with a drink or maximum two. Service is great, nice presentation, very good taste, tiny portions (even for tapas). In summary - definitely worth a visit for a romantic date or just a night out, but only if you have am extra $200-$300 to spare.",real
33670,"I love Sahara Grill. I go there at least once per week for lunch. It's just a small Lebanese restaurant on Walnut St, right off of Broad. The food is all economically priced, and is extremely fresh. My favorite is the Middle Eastern Sampler. Hummus, Baba ghanoush, pita, olives, tabouli, and more! This is a wonderful place to have a health meal, and can be a fresh breath from the standard salad.",real
32423,"I had dinner here last night; went back for lunch today! Waitress Vanessa was simply stellar. Awesome smile and demeanor, helpful. Terrific smile melted my heart :-) They had an unexpected lunch crunch, but no problems with staff handling clients speedily without feeling rushed. The reason I felt compelled to write was the lunch I had today. I was trying to go rather light, so I chose a vegetarian appetizer as well as entree. Wonderful use of fresh, local ingredients.  Both were very attractive in presentation, very much exceeded my expectations. The entree was ""Vegetable Polenta Melt"". I was simply wowed by this dish. It was pretty, tasty, delicately seasoned and had me craving more. It was just great. I can't wait to go again.",real
13690,"I only went to the bar downstairs. A) Everything is served in a plastic cup. A PLASTIC cup!  Even wine! B) The bar does not make mojitos.  On a hot summer day, this place doesn't make mojitos!  I also overheard someone order a vodka lemonade, and they were out of lemonade, so they were subbing limeade. C) $12 for two plastic cups of beer.  Given they did have $3 Narragansett, and this is still *New York*, but come on. If you're a tourist and like the Bubba Gump/gimicky touristy places, sure, go ahead and check it out.  You might as well have a drink while you're here.",real
19130,"Wow - best food cart experience of my life! This was such a treat - an NYC food cart legend serving me up lunch to enjoy in beautiful Washington Square Park.  I'd wanted to stop by forever, and I finally made it happen. Thiru could tell I was a first-timer and was very helpful, walking me through the experience.  He recommended the Pondicherry, as it's his most popular dish, asked my spice preference, and then had me watch him make it.  I can see why everyone loves him. The meal was lovely - really bright flavors and incredibly filling.  The coconut chutney was spectacular.  I just ate it with the spoon the ""bouncer"" had supplied me.  The soup was also a nice surprise.  And both packed a nice, spicy kick.  The dosa was filled with a nice portion of potatoes, veggies, and salad that was spicy and sweet.  The dosa itself was probably my least favorite component.  I liked the softer middle but the crispy outer edge was a little too fried in flavor and slightly greasy (though honestly, I have pretty much zero-tolerance for anything fried and can't imagine it would be a problem for most people). Overall, it was a wonderful lunch, and I'm looking forward to going back to try some of the other offerings.",real
27379,"I went this past Saturday night.  Waited two hours for a table.  Food was pretty lackluster.  I had a pasta dish and cauliflower soup.  My boyfriend had the bacon and maple almonds and the hake (fish).  I'm pretty easy to please, but not a single dish here hit the spot.  Normally, when informed of a long wait, I would just move on to the next place, but there was such a huge crowd outside that I thought this spot must be some kind of hidden neighborhood gem.  It was out of the way for us, so I knew if we didn't try it that night we weren't likely to come back.  Unfortunately, it was not worth the wait.  Hostess had a weird attitude and kept extending our wait time.  By the time we sat down I was HANGRY and can't even say the food was worth it.",real
9740,"I love this place. This is the place I flee to when my nostalgia for Vienna is too strong. They are only missing a piano player to completely placate my nostalgia. The atmosphere is amazing. The goulash soup with potatoes and melange tastes just the same as the best cafes in Vienna. But Austrian cuisine wouldnt be Austrian without the dessert. Everyone usually goes for the Sachertorte or chocolate, but I think their Topfentorte (quark cheesecake) is the highlight.",real
49351,"Terrific place, it's worth the drive if you're out of the area.  They cut the meats properly (ie thinly), and the Hudson County vibe (pick your roll from several baskets-is that done anywhere else in NJ?) is unmistakeable.  Every sandwich has a bit of love.  No prices, though, and sometimes the sandwich will cost $9 or $10 depending on who makes it-for the hot or sweet Italian combo!  Try to go on a Wednesday afternoon when the Bayonne Farmers Market is up the street for a good double dip.  They also sell a big container of meatballs and sauce for $10 (recently up from $9) that works when you don't have time to make your own.",real
9055,"I still think about this place. First off let me start off by saying that just make a reservation, otherwise you may have to wait if it's a busy night. There is some strange deal where you can pay a lump sum and drink all the beer you want out of a shady cooler in the back yard. I ended up just getting a cocktail (Pigroni) and it was EXTREMELY strong and yet satisfingly enough girly that I could finish it. It's your typical LES restaurant: crammed, small, dim lighting, loud customers, and crazy good food. Pork belly adobo: Crunch exterior with my favorite juicy interior. I love pork belly. Sizzling sisig: My favorite dish of the night. I think perhaps the presentation helps but it comes out literally sizzling and crackling. The meat is flavorful, and I love blending it with the runny yolk egg. MMmm. Khao soi: If you like curry and you like noodles.. then this dish is for you. Perhaps not the best to get on a hot summer night. Green mango salad: I didn't realize they would serve you a hunk of chicken meat. I think we ordered this in hopes to counterbalance our extreme meatfest.. otherwise as long as you anticipate the pyramidal food chain balance, you should be fine. It wasn't anything special though, I would probably not order again. Coconut rice: Oh boy... why have I not had this before? Why why why? You are so delicious.. you creamy coconut you... It was so good I think we were thinking about ordering another portion. Oh so good. Oh so good. Come bring out the inner hipster in you and eat some Filipino/Asian fusion food.",real
33684,Nasty.,real
9198,"I heard about this place from some article. I told my sister about it and her two friends and I made reservations for brunch on a Sunday. Even though the rest of my party showed up 45 minutes late, they were able to seat us. I ordered a coffee, which they only do ""vietnamese style"" with milk. I got a very small coffee for $3. Even though they do bottomless mimosas and draft beer for $15, we decided not to be a hot mess that day. My sister and I ordered sizzling sisig (pig head) and garlic fried rice. We also ordered powdered donuts  ($8) with custard which came green but delicious. Prices look affordable online but then when none of the dishes come with rice (EVERY FILIPINO DISH NEEDS RICE), it fools you.  Our friends also ordered the sizzling sisig and champorado (chocolate rice pudding). Everything was delicious and sharing the entrees was a great idea. It left us full but not overly full. Flavors are great. It's a cute spot and very well decorated but not sure that any of these dishes would make me come back time and time again.",real
45773,Hands down my favorite bloody mary in the city! I love sitting at the bar and always come to Cookshop for brunch. A must go!!,real
18790,Love this spot and super lucky it's across the street from me!,real
38319,"They have a fish in the free appetizers, and the environment is better than many Korean restaurants on the street.",real
1830,Geno's and Pat's -- Perhaps the worst quality steak you can find in Philly. BUT If you love: -Stomach Pain -Diarrhea -Standing inline with drunk idiots from out of town who don't know any better You will love this place.,real
40485,"My friend were in the area and after a long day of exploring the city, yet not wanting to go home and cook, Yelp has once again saved the day. This place is super tiny and we were a little confused that this is a mexican restaurant decorated with chinese decorations, but who the hell cares. The food was amazing. My friend got the Camarones Borrachos (I think--shrimp in some yummy mole looking sauce), a Michelada (amazing, never had one and craving one ever since) and I had the tacos al pastor with a side of guac. I'd have gotten a drink but I was already so exhausted I'd have passed out right there... Overall delicious, ALTHOUGH, be warned: if you order a side of guac, they give you 3 CHIPS, and when you ask for more (because who can eat a whole side with 3 chips???) you'll be charged $3. And it would have been nice if she'd have said, sure, it's an extra $3 is that okay? Instead she just brought them....so there's a piece of handy info. =)",real
12379,"Pio Pio is one of my top fave restaurants. Fantastic mixed drinks, well seasoned food and giant portions to share with tu amigos y familia (friends and family;) I was introduced to this wonderful chain in 2008 at the Queens location and was love at first bite. Imagine my excitement when I learned that there was a gorgeous location not far from me in Manhattan! I had my birthday dinner here a year ago which was a big hit with everyone there. This is a perfect choice provided the people you hang out with love food! Matador Combo and Arroz con Mariscos are crowd pleasers. These 2 dishes + sangria, tostones and avocado salad all lead to a happy tummies and lots of laughs with friends. Most of the tables here are designed for big crowds so I highly recommend it for a ravenous bunch. The place could be noisy so I do not recommend for the early dates. The bar section isn't a bad choice for quick drinks and smaller feast. Decor is beautiful, modern and clean. Service is always on point and never experienced any rude employees or long wait time for food. Pio Pio is defintely doing it right!",real
27805,"Great value for brunch. We came Saturday afternoon around 1, waited 30 minutes before we were seated at the bar (we were quoted 45 for a table). The prices are very reasonable, especially since a drink is included with your entree. My boyfriend and I ordered the pecan pie french toast, butternut squash soup, and short rib hash. We were hoping ordering three entrees would get us an extra drink, as it did for the people next to us, but the butternut squash soup definitely was a dainty appetizer size. French toast was the highlight of our brunch. I loved that the molasses sauce was on the side: the toast itself is quite sweet and decadent, so it was nice to pair the two at your own discretion. For some reason, the restaurant reminds me a little of Northern Spy Food Co., but definitely a Brooklyn vibe given the eighties music soundtrack (namely Blondie). I'll probably come back to check out the pork chop and cheddar waffle. Yum!",real
21436,"A great new spot in Astoria for real Italian + a friendly atmosphere.  My husband + I try new places often and if we return, it's a great sign.  We've been back 4 times since they opened and each time the food, wine + service were great!  They even accommodated a 7 person party with ease and only a small wait at the bar - where a friendly bartender offered me a few tastes of red so I could decide on a favorite. The risotto (the flavors rotate) has been amazing on two occasions.  It's by far the largest portion of an entree available.  A friend did find the ravioli entree portion to be on the smaller side but that doesn't bother me at good restaurants since it's a good match when ordering both appetizers + dessert as well.   Speaking of which, Vite has made me a believer in Tiramisu - which I have never enjoyed before tasting their version!  Order it. My favorite from the start were the small glass tumblers used for wine.  It's a sweet touch and realistic one since the venue + tables are cozy.   The striped cloth napkins got me too, which all ties into an authentic Italian restaurant + a class act addition to Astoria.  Thank goodness for Vite!",real
37337,Had a wonderful meal. Will go back again.,fake
49171,Not impressed at all.  $2 for onions guys??  Stop it....,real
18641,Really great pizza.  By far the best sicialian slice I have ever had. Really an awakening experience.  It's pretty neat to go in for a slice and look at peoples faces.  After the first bite you just see a smile.,fake
20232,"What a gem!  Quaint, fun and sexy all in one. Great food, service and enjoyable experience!",fake
201,"Looking for someplace inexpensive to get a quick lunch, we headed down to Formosa for their lunch menu. Having never been there before, we had high hopes. The interior is decorated to give a nice atmosphere, while the exterior is dated, so don't let that deter you. The lunch menu is priced perfectly (the dinner menu was considerably more expensive) and as always, a good way to judge a place without breaking the bank. Tom had the Shredded Pork with Garlic Sauce--although it had a chili pepper designating it as ""spicy"", neither of us found it to be. The sauce had great flavor and the dish was plentiful, with a tasty fried rice on the side. I had the Chili Pepper Sichuan Style with chicken--not exactly what I expected, as it was chunks of chicken sauteed with roasted jalapenos (I expected a red pepper kind of sauce). However, it was still pretty good and had a bit of heat, but nothing too overwhelming. We both had the wonton soup as well to start and were pleasantly surprised to find the wontons were stuffed with chicken instead of the traditional pork. In all, we left content. Can't say we'd come here all that often but it was a nice place to grab a quick lunch!",real
29363,"Just moved back to New York after 2 years away and we'd been itching to come back here. It did not disappoint. The new dish: double baked bacon with smashed potatoes and bread with honey spread. The bacon isn't you're typical thin sliced bacon, it's a slab of pork belly (1-inch thick) and the best thing ever. And putting bacon, potatoes, bread, and honey is a delicious combo. Also got the tuna poke, the roasted branzino (absolutely a must order!), and the wagyu beef culotte (another must order if you like red meat). All GREAT dishes for sharing!",real
30717,I am very disappointed in this place. It used to have the best pizza around. Last week I went and Had a glass of wine at the bar and put in an order for a pizza to go. 45 minutes later I had to grab a waiter to check on my order and he brought my luke warm pizza to me. Also it did not taste the same. I was there about a month ago and tried to get a table and there were people milling around waiting and finally one of the "customers" told us we had to sign a sheet a paper to be on the waiting list for a table. We walked right out. There is no organization there.,fake
41846,"I have only been here once (my husband twice) and we were here for Super Bowl Sunday! Great environment, service was a tad a slow (but I'm pretty sure it was due to game + swamped house). A lot of fun, great drinks, and we all got a free shot for the Giants' win! Definitely coming back soon.",real
42468,"I loved this place. If I could eat here everyday, I would. The staff was extremely nice. Got a sample of some roasted pineapple thing, which was awesome. Got a nice baked veggie, lasagna looking thing (no pasta) it was delicious. And the chia seed pudding bar...totally awesome. And of course got an almond butter dark choc bar with puffed quinoa. Amazing. Definitely recommend. I went back another day and really wasn't a fan of the coffee though",real
46034,"I've been a fan of chefs Marc Meyer & Vicki Freeman since I dined at Five Points exactly one year ago. I liked them so much we secured a reservation at Cookshop months later. Twice the charm...maybe three with 100 Acres? The winning streak ended there. Too obscene for me to rate here. I still had faith in the first two...I hoped. I was excited to go back to Cookshop last month since I enjoyed my dining experience there before. According to memory, I ordered the same thing - appetizer: grilled squid, main course: striped bass, no dessert. It was nice to see they kept the squid on the menu. Same in taste & texture as I remembered, but the portion size got smaller. I wasn't crazy about the sauce on my striped bass. It was teriyaki sweet, an ingredient I have a hard time swallowing. My friend at the time had the unfortunate experience of being served a half cooked fish. Adding insult to injury, service was half ass & inattentive. Our complaints were heard, but no action taken. It reminds me of 100 Acres. I still have faith in Five Points. I'll go back one more time. If the curse prevails...Marc & Vicki, we're through!",real
10468,"THE BEST POTATO SALAD YOU WILL EVER EAT AND THE CUSTOMER SERVICE IS JUST AS GOOD!!!  They have delicious food and it is all homemade and cooked daily.  I'm not sure what the other reviewer was referring to, but you have to experience the store yourself.",fake
42952,"I've been here twice, once for a catered event and once for late night sobering up before driving home. For the party, I was excited to see how chocolate could be applied to savory dishes and I was a little disappointed that most of what was served was just regular food. My second time my group of 4  ordered a milk shake, a chocolate cake, the chocolate pizza and a hot cocoa.  In concept the pizza was a cool idea and my brother enjoyed it but I did not like my taste.  My date got the hot cocoa and she loved it.  The other girl cot the cake and we all agreed it was the best thing we got.  My milkshake, a hazelnut flavored drink was quite tasty but I was a little disappointed because it was too warm and not thick at all;  almost as if I had a cup full of hazelnut flavored whipped cream instead of the milkshake that I wanted. I suppose I'd return with a date but I don't think I'd seek this place out as a first choice.",real
672,"Everything was delicious but I highly recommend the meatballs in brandy sauce. I could go on and on about the dishes but there's no point. Just go and order, you won't be sorry. The service was amazing...it's rare when I do a shout out on service, in fact, that's my biggest issue with restaurants, but Uno was so great I have to write about him. From making sure out water was filled, to checking in on us and having a charismatic energy and personality. We throughly enjoyed his service! I'm pretty sure the food could have been awful but we would have left happy because of him! But the combo of amazing tapas, $20 pitcher of sangria and excellent service made me a fan and a repeat patron.",real
38599,Got a friend from out of town? Take them here and they'll want to move here. Nuff' said.,fake
40513,"Innnnn love.  I have been here a few times now and can't wait to visit again.  I'm the type of girl who finds something she likes and wears it out, so I'm in a Barrio Chino frame of mind currently.  Yes, it is a little crowded and yes it can get totally packed, but it is well worth the wait in my opinion.  I guess it's nice for me because I can wait at home and just run down when they call (yes they call your cell when your table is ready), but there are a number of other little bars to go have a quick drink at in the neighborhood if you must wait. So far I've tried a number of dishes (since my friends and I like to share and test each other's food) and I can highly recommend everything I've had including the enchiladas verde, enchiladas de mole, the barbacoa dish was pretty tasty, and I love the little beef tacos.  And the guacamole is a given, you must have it as a starter.  Drinkwise I am partial to the grapefruit margarita, the mojito is pretty good, and the elderflower margarita was too flowery for me.   I love this place, I definitely think it's worth a try if you're in the LES and craving some Mexican.  Plus the view from inside is beautiful because they have huge old windows.  It's very cozy.",real
35423,"My family has gone to Lib many times but this time was the last. I was taking my parents for a anniversary dinner. We were there around 4:30 on a Sunday afternoon. There were not many people there and the hostess welcomed us and started to sit us in the first main room and was yelled at by a waitress who told him to seat us in the back?!? My stepdad is 81 walks with a cane but this waitress made such a scene we didn't want to start any trouble. So we followed him to the last possible table in the restaurant.  Our waitress was very nice and apologized for making my step dad walk all that way. As we started to order 2 parties of 8 to 10 people came in and sat around us. I mean the whole place was empty, why put us in a room that they know parties will be going on. We couldn't even hear each other talk. The food came and it was very salty and portions not as large as they use to be. Is it under new ownership? We were ALL disappointed and will be checking this restaurant off our list. $156.00 for 4 people and only one person had a drink. Just NOT worth the money! If I could give this restaurant NO STARS I WOULD!",fake
26864,Gotta love the extra large slices they have! You can also buy the 22" jumbo pie! It's a great deal! The only thing is that my husband is embarrsed when he picks up the jumbo pie since the box is extra large! He feels like a gavone! lol!,real
9304,YUM! Get the Sizzling Sisig. Delicious.,real
1334,"Kudos for finding a parking spot right in front of the place. Even better was that I only had a five minute wait. I suppose it was the time of day? Either way, I was pleased to finally try this place out. This, however, wasn't a disappointment but I wasn't blown away, either. I can't remember the name of the coffee shop next door but they do allow you to bring your cheesesteak over to eat inside if you made a purchase. A drink or coffee would suffice. All the outdoor seats were full and it started to rain so this was a great option. Had this been my only cheesesteak in the two days I visited AC/Philly I would probably rate this visit four stars. It was good but I felt after having one of their competitors the day before I felt like there was more to be desired. It was juicy, healthy in size but I felt the hype I've had over the years just wasn't there. I would say that I felt this place to be very commercialized from what all my friends have told me. These folks were a lot nicer than others made them out to be. The dude in the coffee shop gave us the lingo to use so we didn't look like chumps when ordering. Still good, not great, but certainly worth trying...",real
28931,"I love it! What a simple concept but it works superbly! They have prime real estate for the views and could have easily done it up to be some overpriced mediocre-food pretentious spot, but they took the off-the-beaten-path road. The joint is located right by the Water's Edge restaurant (reference above), tucked to the side behind the mesh fence. The place is basically benches, umbrellas and a grill. Cash only! They have a nice variety of grilled meat sandwiches $10+, corn, beer, wine and mixed drinks. We had Cevapi and Brat. Cevapi is excellent, beef sausage sandwich in a fresh pita bread with some onions and a delicious red pepper spread. Brat was good, but my husband kept eyeing my sandwich. Beers are very reasonable. They get a huge-gigantic-mega prop for one of the cleanest bathrooms I've seen. In that environment I would think it's hard to keep it clean, but man it was impressive! Bathrooms are always a huge indication of the business practices and the quality of the place. The ambiance. The mural is super dope! I love that old-school LIC vibe of PS1 and open museum graffiti expressionism. The umbrellas are new and give benches a bit of a European flair. When we were there they were playing only chill-out which complemented gorgeous evening views of the river and the city skyline, none of that cheese pop music. The views of course are pretty sick! The grill chef/owners are very friendly (from one of the republics of former Yugoslavia I think), and their food has the same element of coolness as their place. Really great concept at excellent prices and fantastic ambiance. Not a fancy dining experience, but truly great for a group of friends or a romantic outing with a charming NYC vibe.",real
16186,Maybe this place a little overhyped? Waited  two hours at a cafe nearby to get seated even though we showed up at around 9:30 on a Saturday morning. The pancakes were good but a little too much on the heavy flour-y side. Also wish they accepted cards!,real
14897,"TREASURE OF ALPHABET CITY! Dinner Cocktail:  Spy Cup- if you love ginger and spice-this is better than nice- its naughty:) Starter:    Winter Squash Soup- smooth texture - not too rich, subtle sweet and savory Main:       Squid and Mussel Ragout- PERFECT and very fresh, i was so pleased Side:       Glazed Carrots- cooked to be devoured,- it was my dessert I think the flavor in the food comes from their awesome chain of good karma; from farm to table....and of course the chef! Intimate setting, great for dates or roomy dinners:) ... and they have fudge for a dollar! get it!",fake
48968,"I haven't had Belgian fries like this in a long while.  They are really crispy on the outside and hot and fluffy on the inside.   They come  before your burger and really hot.  My only criticism of them is that they aren't long enough.  You end up fishing in the basket for fry pieces which is really annoying.   I still ate most of them.  For $2 with a sauce for a small order, it's a bargain. I got the beef burger.   Extremely huge burger, I wish there was a mini version or a 6oz one instead.   Half a pound of burger is a lot.  I asked for it medium and it was slightly over medium, but I can be really picky about burger temperature.   A little annoying, but still a good burger.  Also, the cheese was really gooey and kinda slid off the burger and then the burger began to fall apart.   The caramelized onions were cooked down a lot, but you could tell they were prepared well in advance and was cold.   All things considered, I'll be back and please the the Harissa aioli on the fries, it was great!",real
12086,"Pio Pio has set a very high standard for Peruvian food. The food here is nothing short of amazing. It's everything your Peruvian mother would make... but much better! It can get pricey for those who prefer to eat on the cheaper side, but the food is more than worth it. The waitstaff here is also very on top of their game... amazing service. Speaking Spanish here helps, but I think being familiar with Peruvian dishes will help more. The menu does not do as much justice to the description of the food as I would like.",real
34014,"My absolute favorite mexican restaurant around. The blood orange mojitos are so good and are not expensive for a pitcher. The steak nachos are a must have. I have had a lot of different dishes here, none have disappointed. The atmosphere is killer awesome. Outdoor seating makes this restaurant a go-to during the summer months.",real
19469,"I was creeped out at first to eat here, but always had a great meal",real
18890,Wow just wow is all i can say. I now see why people say New York has great pizza after visiting this place. I had 2 slices of the Pepperoni square (i think its called the Soho square). It was love at first bite. i will definitely be going back next time I'm in NY,real
40620,"More than one person recommended this place to me. At first I resisted 1) because it was always so crowded, and 2) because I satisfied my spicy salsa cravings with Pio Maya and Los Dos Molinos. Pio Maya is now closed, and Los Dos has become too expensive, and so I decided to test the recommendation and give this place a shot. Visit one: I met a friend for a drink on a Saturday night at 6:30. We managed to snag two seats at the bar. I had read many reviews beforehand and started out with the signature grapefruit margarita. For my second drink I switched to the jalapeno-grapefruit margarita while my friend opted for tequila with a sangrita back. We didn't eat, but I was aware that the food looked and smelled delicious. I made a note to come back and eat. Visit two: My 30th birthday party. I called two weeks in advance and was told they take reservations for parties of 8-14 people for 5:30pm, 7:30pm and 9:30pm. The woman encouraged me to take the 9:30 slot so that we wouldn't feel rushed. I agreed that the late dinner time was best, but since many of my friends wake up very early, I decided to suck it up and commit to the 7:30 dinner time, which came with the proviso that we be finished by 9:25 (in restaurant speak this means 9:40). Half of my friends were exactly on time. They were allowed to sit at the table even though the rest of us weren't there. The remaining group came by 7:45. It was a tight squeeze but we managed to make it work. Service was practical and efficient. The waitress was not bubbly or talkative, but she made sure to pace our visit (because there was indeed a 9:30 reservation that followed us) without making us feel rushed. Most importantly she was available whenever anyone wanted to order another dish or drink. The thing I liked best was this: Two people were driving in from Boston, and they were very late to dinner. Our entrees were being cleared just as they sat! I asked the waitress if she thought it would be possible for them to order, get, and eat food before the next reservation. It was 9pm by then, and she said it would be fine. Their food came out promptly, and the dishes were cleared with the scraps of our dessert. All in all I had a good time. The Space: The most difficult part of eating here is the limited space, but this is also what makes it so intimate and unique. The noise can get out of hand, but that's to be expected. I usually don't dine with 13 other people. Not being able to interact with half the party was something I expected; I'm sure it wouldn't seem as noisy or cramped with 1, 2, or 3 people.   The Food: Our table ordered almost everything on the menu, and it was all good. The sauces are really well seasoned, and the ingredients were fresh. It wasn't amaaaazing, but for $10-$16 entrees (with generous portions), it was well worth it. The flavor was on point, and the dishes were filling. The margaritas are interesting, but I think I'll stick to straight tequila next time (margaritas---with all the sugar--can be filling). The Service: It was not exceptional, but it was exactly what I expected and wanted: solid, dependable, reliable. I don't need a server to stand there for 10 minutes telling me what tacos are. I need a server who is there when I want to order and there again to make sure I'm satisfied. Our server was exactly that. For those Yelpers who complained about service: This is a busy place, and the staff is working very hard. They will take their time to explain things to you if you need it, but don't expect them to hang around and chat with you. Just because they don't hold your hand through the meal doesn't mean the service is weak. You get to order your drinks, order your food, and pay your bill. That's good service. If you think you need to leave having befriended the staff then perhaps you need to ask yourself why that's important to you. If you want your butt kissed go someplace else. If you want some good drinks and good food, all in a  casual-yet-hip environment (at decent prices) then come here.",real
18386,"My friend who lives in the city told me about this tiny breakfast nook and the reviews on Yelp were more than enough to get me to go. I was not disappointed. I went with the basics at Clinton Street: wild maine blueberry pancakes with scrambled eggs and sugar-cured bacon. They were FANTASTIC. These pancakes were the best I've ever had in my life - fluffy and absorbed JUST the right amount of that deliciously caramel-like syrup that goes with them. The eggs were nothing to write home about, but it didn't matter given the company they had on my plate. I only wish I had ordered more of their baked goods to get a further taste of their kitchen. Bottom line, this little place is definitely worth the wait out in the cold. I would like to add, though, that this is not a place to sit and stay a while. They really like you to eat and leave, as their line outside can get hours-long. If you're looking to reconnect with a friend or have a leisurely brunch on the weekend, I'd consider some place else as they will most likely make it as uncomfortable for you as possible. Otherwise, treat yourself to those pancakes - they absolutely live up to the hype.",real
26717,"Great Place!! My sister and I enjoyed turkey burgers from Sabrina's two years ago and once about a nine months ago.  We are on Christmas break and was searching for breakfast spots.  Lord and be hold...Yelpers led us back to the place we enjoyed such great turkey burgers.  Go...Go fast!! Treat yourself to stuffed french toast.  Our other two dishes were great as well, eggs Benedict with turkey bacon and turkey bacon friatta. Enjoy Yelpers!!",real
17550,"My all time favorite breakfast/brunch place to go! love it! Pancakes here are to die for!!! The omelette's are also amazing!  Yummers! If you want to get in on a weekend, better be there early! The place is small so it doesn't pack too many people.",real
22326,"I saw Fall out boy here last night. Been meaning to go for some time, my sister always raved about the place. Its got the old-school dive feel. But i like the 50's wallpaper and small stage. If you're a dude the bathrooms are ok (sorry ladies)...it just has a great vibe, like something cool definately has and will go down here. The beer selection is great. and the prices especially during happy hour are good. if you go try the jerk wings and have a Rouge or Yards...mostly make sure you see some music. places like this should be supported so they stay open",real
30414,"The ambiance of this restaurant is amazing. However, my order wasn't as impressive. First off, the garden seating is the true attraction of this restaurant. Come here on a lovely fall, summer, or spring day and it is absolutely beautiful. Ask for an umbrella if the sun is too bright or soak in the sun, it's a lovely brunch spot. However, my food order couldn't match it's environment. I ordered the French omelette and my friend ordered the morning wrap. Although the morning wrap was decent, my omelette tasted a bit bland for my taste buds. We also ordered a side of roasted potatoes and I thought they were the highlight of my meal. They were full of flavor and was very good. The French press coffee was OK, but I felt it was a bit overpriced for such a small cup. I'm planning on trying this place again when I'm in the area. Could've just been my order or a one time thing.",real
9386,"Loving this new wave of Top Chef run / Asian deliciousness that's taking over NYC. Stopped in on a random Tuesday night for a fun dinner. After having got lost about 4 times I finally made it in to the restaurant. The space is cute, small but cozy with Leah around the food bar doing her thing. So between two, the suggest about 3 starting dishes and one large entree - For a snack we started off wit the salmon skin chips - salty and flavorful. The accompanying sauce is good. We had a spicy cabbage slaw sent to our table my mistake so we ended up just keeping it around - but I am glad it wasnt charged on our bill because it just wasnt tasty at all. For starters we had the Khao Soi - defreakinglicious - savory, crispy just warming (a must) as well as the Sizzling Sig Sig - so so so so fragrant another absolutely tasty and wonderful starter. It came out on a hot plate sizzling hot with a runny egg (best combination ever). The grilled pork jowl, I dont know I wanted to like it so much but I just didnt find it to be mind blowing. For our entree we opted for the whole fried fish. The presentation, the sauce, the texture of the fish was wonderful. A little messy to eat on a date but ordering an entire crispy fish means your in the I dont have to wear make up everyday kind of relationship. I definitely say go for it. The cocktails are good out of the three I had that night, I must say that the phuket punch and the RIDICUOUSLY large asahi can will do the job just right. Enjoy and drink uppppppp.",real
34063,"I had been on the hunt for a great burrito in the Philly area, read a lot of reviews and finally decided to give Caballitos a try. It. Was. Fantastic! It was easy to find, parking was very easy on the street, and we sat down without a wait (on a friday night), even though it was pretty crowded. We were seated/greeted right away and had chips and salsa within about a minute of sitting down. The service was great. Our waiter was attentive without being annoying. We both got the prickly pear margaritas, which I thought were really great. Not too sweet, and just strong enough. On to the burrito. It was great. I was expecting, hoping, wishing, for a California style burrito that I had been so craving and this delivered to the T. I got the Carnitas, which was cooked perfectly and the flavor was delicious. Although you do have to order all the ""extras"" on your burrito (sour cream, cheese, guac, jalapenos), I didn't mind that. It let's me get the burrito just as I like it. I almost had a mini panic attack when I reached for hot sauce and they only had Tapatio -- I'm a cholula fanatic. But we ended up swapping it with a table across from us for a bottle of cholula. I loved the energetic vibe of not only the restaurant but the surrounding area. I'll definitely be going back!",real
30440,Came here for brunch and loved it. The food and drinks are great. I highly recommend coming on a beautiful day to use their back patio/garden area. Inside has a cool vibe as well. Will definitely be a regular brunch spot.,real
28444,"WARNING THESE KIDS WHO ARE YOUR WAITERS DON'T USE GLOVES, DON'T WASH THEIR HANDS, AND THEY DON'T REALLY HAVE MUCH MANNERS. I sat at the bar to order a hot dog and these kids literally just take EVERYTHING with their hands. You know that cherry toppin on top of your ice cream? Yeah the girl just picked it up with her bare hands LOL that ice cream taste good right? Too bad they didn't even bother rinsing the ice cream scoop that's been sitting in the sink. Go at your own risk! GO TO APPLEGATE FARM INSTEAD",real
11262,"Best spot in Ne York City or maybe even the whole planet to turn up at midnight or later for fine seafood dining. Despite the vulgarity blasting from a nearby table of Nassau County jocks, staff were attentive and the quality of the food and wine was excellent! Enjoyed a superb bottle of 2000 château La Lagune (Haut Medoc), big succulent shrimps with no mayo cocktail sauce, perfectly cooked NY strip steak and seared scallops. Attentive refills on fresh bread. Impromptu cheese plate to nibble while finishing every drop of the wine followed by decadent homemade chocolate dessert topped with a candle for my partner on his birthday. We spent close to 3 hrs including short wait to be seated. Highly recommended!",real
9858,Really nice restaurant in such a cute street. Orange tofu totally blew me away!! Martini was also very good too!! I will def come back again!!,fake
23653,"Good atmosphere outside but once you walk in, it takes a turn for the worse. The food is not authentic as they claim to be. It's bland and below average. My good friends mom is Cuban and to me, that's authentic. The wait staff was attentive but the main guy who I think owns this place wasn't at all friendly.",real
21945,"when people say this place is small, they mean holy smokes this place is SMALL. we squeezed in through the front door and told the hostess we were two. she replied, ""follow me please"" and literally TURNED AROUND to place our menus on the table. i use the term ""table"" loosely as it was not so much table as it was an attractive slab of wood bolted to the wall in a one-foot by four-foot recess. perched on two stools at our bar-table, we were right in the flow of traffic and were bumped, brushed, or otherwise touched by just about everyone in the restaurant, staff and patrons alike. that said: the food was very good and creative. Green Mango Paneer was interesting and had a nice spice. Chili Pork Dumplings and Braised Pork Buns both delicious as were the Scallops. we also had the strawberry/pepper icecream dessert, which i liked in theory, but the truffle oil was a little overdone. ultimately the food tasted good and was reasonably priced. the wine was nice and not too pricey. the wait staff was very friendly and attentive, but i wouldn't go back unless i was guaranteed a real table (of which, there are three).",real
28418,"For me, it's like going back in time whenever I walk into Holsten's. The place hasn't changed since I was a child; the counter, the hand painted pictures on the wall as well as the food, ice cream and home-made chocolates. My parents used to take me here and it was always a real treat. And it still is. I took my family here over the years and they always loved Holstens. They have great burgers, fries, and onion rings. And one of my favorites is their turkey salad sandwich. Home-made and delicious. And they still make a fountain cherry-coke; a tall glass of coke with fresh cherry syrup. You really can't get that anywhere else... Their ice cream is great so their Sunday's, malts and ice cream soda's are over the top. And if you like home-made chocolates, this is the place. I went in yesterday for a turkey salad sandwich and I also had to buy a bunch of Easter candy for my family. It is so well presented and of course, delicious. And so many options. But a warning because Holstens is starting to get very busy so don't wait too long to get the kids their Easter goodies... Oh, and as everyone has already said, the last scene on the Soprano's was filmed there. I remember watching that last episode and a huge smile came to my face when Tony walked into Holstens.",real
28816,"My family and I went here this morning for Breakfast. We were looking for something different then the usual diner breakfast. And we found exactly what we were looking for! I got the West Coast Scramble, it was amazing. The home fries are enough to make you want to come back!  We also got an order of pancakes and bacon. Both were fabulous!  The staff was very friendly and helpful. The restaurant was clean and very fresh. We will definitely be coming back and telling our friends to do the same!",real
43239,I'm often annoyed by chocolate only places.. because it seems they focus mainly on chocolate... and white chocolate is left to the wayside..as some sort of side order to what's going on.. never really given any care or thought to what goes into it.. but here.. this is not the case.. and for that I love max brenner.. .. from drinks where white chocolate is the star.. to having actual FOOD you can eat this place is all encompassing.. you would think it's a GREAT place to bring a child.. I mean kids would surely be entertained.. but it's a bit adult for children IMO.. they might actually go crazy and stick their hands in the giant tubs of chocolate that are being mixed by the front.. TRY the margherita sandwich... full of flavor! .... sweets are the love of my life... go here and eat some chocolate for me since I'm allergic... just leave the white chocolate for me,real
33866,"Not bad but not great. Very accommodating but the food was only okay. Not to say I wouldn't try it again, but I wouldn't recommend it. We shared guacamole and it was good as were the chips and salsa. As an appetizer we shared wings sampler. Not sure why I ordered wings in a Mexican restaurant but I did. They were okay. Certainly not very Mexican however could be a good snack at the bar. For entrees we both had tacos. I ordered the carnitas tacos. It was two tacos & a lot of food. They were pretty good though I could barely finish one. My friend had goat tacos. He said in his first taco he bit in to something hard which put him off a bit. He finished them nonetheless & didn't mention it until the next day. Not bad, but a little pricey for tacos. If you're serving street tacos you shouldn't charge 9.99. On a positive note they have many gluten-free options & knowledgeable people to guide you through the menu.",real
38033,"Great place to be when you're with group of friends. servers were very friendly and the serves was attentive. they literally refilled our glass of water right when they heard the ice cling, Tofu was great, Kalbi was delicious, and the presentation was good enough for my taste. will definiately come back!",fake
15791,"It has been a week since my last visit to Il Pittore, and still I cannot get the pasta coins with braised goat, mint and chili oil off my mind! Even if you're leery about goat (as I was), you should go for it. The meat is tender and soaked with flavor from the sauce. It's a very delicious pasta dish. But to be honest, there isn't much at Il Pittore that isn't delicious. The bread basket arrives overflowing with house baked focaccia, rolls and crunchy breadsticks. The baked ricotta is generously portioned in a warm crock, with grilled focaccia alongside. The arugula salad provides a lighter option to start a meal, but at twelve dollars and with hardly any trace of the ricotta salata, it isn't a must-get. In my opinion, the pastas at Il Pittore rival any other famous pasta makers' in the city. Pappardelle with wild boar and parmesan is wonderful, though I'd have a hard time choosing it over those aforementioned corzetti coins. Deserts are nice but nothing to go crazy over (though the vanilla gelato is divine, served over little bits of chocolate crunch). At restaurants in the Il Pittore price range, you need to either accept the splurge and go all out or order very wisely. Personally, I'd be happy sharing an appetizer and two or three pasta dishes while savoring a couple glasses of wine and saving dessert for another time or another place.",real
40070,"Great atmosphere, and good Mexican food. The drinks are pretty surprising. A nice place for a fun lunch or dinner.",real
5690,Excellent Cubano sandwiches. Excellent salad. Eveything was very fresh. Service was a little weak when it came to refills for beverages. Glasses were completley empty and we were left waiting for a several minutes. All in all food was outstanding. Cute and very clean resturant.,real
5901,"The most expensive pitcher of Hornitos Marggies i have ever had ( 50.00 fuggin dollars ) luckily there were 3 of us and they were really strong . I spent my afternoon with two of my favorite ladies and though service started off a little rocky i will say i will give this place a shot for dinner. I wasnt a huge fan of the portion size of the guacamole it was pretty small for the price , flavor wise it was spot on though I will say the best guacamole in the city is still at El Vez. My girls seemed to enjoy their quesadillas and tortilla soup. I was slightly put off that they didnt offer more taco options. I know pastor has the game in the bag but even small taco stands offer fish or some sort of veggie friendly option. Id go back for HH and one of those margies im not sure my wallet could take a hit for the pitcher.",real
8875,"Awesome addition to the southern restaurant scene in Northern Brooklyn, and it's great to see a Smorgasburg stand rise to the next level of brick and mortar. Love the fact each biscuit is named after the owners grandmothers, and it's the little touches like these that make every guest feel at home. Definitely opt for anything with fried chicken and cheese, it's a time tested combo, and save room for red velvet cheesecake!",real
28963,"We stopped in for a quick breakfast and were very impressed not only with the selection but the food itself. Great bagels, great cream cheeses. Can't wait to go back for more. The staff was friendly and fast even though the line was out the door.",fake
32754,Very nice date night dinner.  You should go and take your time.  I will be back,fake
23657,"Pete's is great. I have only eaten here once, but I found the food to be delicious, and the ambiance to be quite enjoyable. The decor is fantastic -- the outdoor patio is beautifully decorated, and indoors you feel like you're on vacation, rather than Bloomfield Ave. The location is prime. The food is very good, prices decent, table service was good, wait staff was friendly. I ordered fish - and they brought it whole, and I had to debone the whole thing before digging in. That kind of grossed me out, but I know that that's part of Cuban Pete's rustic vibe. Other than that, my friends' dishes were also good and our sides were good. The only reason I didn't give more stars is because I am just not into this kind of cuisine, but I still wanted to try it. This place came highly recommended to me, and I would recommend it to others looking for something new, exciting, and delicious!",real
10092,"Had a delicious brunch this morning, sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful weather.  I had the chocolate chip waffles, they were AMAZING with gooey banana and candied nuts.  My husband had a delicious omelet and potatoes.  And my friend had stuffed French toast that was incredible.  Coffee was good.  Service was good.  My only complaint was the bloody mary was very spicy.  I enjoyed them but they definitely would not be everyone's thing.",real
38011,Best tofu soup ever! There  tofu soup is the best! Good taste and good service. I recommend bul kaki and seafood tofu soup.,fake
11236,"What can I say about Blue Ribbon that hasn't been said? Reviews always represent a little insight into who we are, where we have been, and what we are like. Blue Ribbon is a good place, but there are way better sushi places in the world, and at these price points there probably shouldn't be. Overall, it is a place for people that love a scene to be seen at, like sushi a LOT, and don't mind the price of things, in general. The service is pretty consistent, although they really shouldn't allow babies and small children in after 9 or 10pm.. Babies and children whose decibel levels hurt the ears.. Decent sushi, decent sake selections, decent service and a decent ambiance. A decent meal, especially if you are splitting the bill.",real
33022,"My rating is more like a 4.5. Ok, I'll admit to being a total seafood snob. Having lived in Portland Oregon and on Long Island, I have had some pretty fantastic seafood and find that Philly's landlocked status makes it tough to find decent fish and almost impossible to find good shellfish. However, Little Fish is a welcome change! While the fish itself was not the most flavorful, their excellent preparation and fantastic accompaniments made the dishes some of the best in Philadelphia. Each dish was prepped with care and thoughtfulness and the combination of flavors was quite delightful. Dessert was delightful as well. It's a tiny tiny little place, and non-fish eaters will have nothing to eat, but well worth getting a reservation and shelling out $50+ per person to eat there on a nice occasion. The service was friendly-ish, not that well informed despite the tiny menu, and didn't pay attention to small details such as refilling water glasses, bringing out bread for broth based dishes, or opening up new bottles of wine. It may just be the difficulty in getting around such a very small restaurant.",real
7683,"PROS: - Excellent service and cozy atmosphere. - Vegetarian-friendly. - They have a plethora of Greek wine options, which can also be a con for some if they prefer other wine selections over the Greek ones. CONS: - When we wanted to first go, we were told that they were booked. So we made reservations for the next week, which was an easy process. I recommend that you call in advance and make a reservation, if you think it is needed (especially with a huge party). * Overall, we had a memorable experience, especially since my friends and I never really had authentic Greek food (unless you count the countless gyros). I love exploring different cultures and their foods, so coming to this restaurant was a new experience that turned out to be quite welcoming. Our waitress was really helpful when we were still confused with what to order. We ended up with the grilled octopus, shrimp pasta, lamp chops (YUM), salmon, sea bass, salad and eggplant.",real
796,"Geno's uses an inferior/cheaper cut of steak than Pat's uses, and does not know how to make it taste as good as it potentially should. Why settle for Geno's when the real thing is across the street? I used to be a chef at an expensive restaurant, so I know what I am talking about. Geno's has a more attractive building, but who cares?",fake
18066,"Clinton St Baking company is a great place for brunch ... but only if you have a lot of time in hand. My friend and i reached there on a sunny Sunday afternoon, only to find that we were far from the only ones there. An hour long wait ??? But i am hungry. My friend insisted that the wait was worth it (or so she had heard). So we registered our names and went off downtown to get some shopping done ... and returned right on time. I had the buttermilk biscuit sandwich. The bread and the eggs were amazing. Though i was not so impressed by the bacon. I admit that living in London has made me a bit partial towards the soggy British bacon that is popular across the pond, but still this one was far too burnt and brittle. But the banana milkshake i ordered along with my food was one of the better ones i have had ... both in quality and quantity. My friend ordered a portion of blueberry pancakes. She got a stack of 5 (why don't we get single person portions in New York btw ?), along with maple butter (never seen it in London ... somebody introduce it here please). The pancakes were delicious ... and were enough not only for the two of us, but also for three other friends back home :) This was indeed a special brunch, and so very strongly recommended ... and totally worth the effort that is needed for it.",real
31903,"Great local pub, beer variety and delicious food.  The fried pickles are amazing.  The bartender was well versed on what was a tap and patiently provided sample to ensure I picked the right selection. Overall would go back.  Good local garden!  A breath of fresh air to Bay-ridge!",real
16576,"So the famous thing here is the pancakes.   I'm afraid I went against ordering my usual famous thing and I got the Eggs Benedict.   Wife got the potato cakes.   The Eggs Benedict... damn, they were executed perfectly.   I'm not a breakfast person and I'm usually pretty anal when I say something is perfect.   These were not just above average... these were perfect.    Potato cakes... eh.",real
47412,I've been here a couple of times. Nothing to brag about The cheeseburger and fries were ok. Average at best The service was very good. It's a very small place so they have good attention to detail. The prices are reasonable. This review I suppose is 1 star for bland and uninteresting but that's really all there is to say,real
37743,"We had our 'Rio' reunion here on a tuesday night. Just in time for happy hour, the $5 capirinihas were a steal! My batida de coco was lovely - even better than the one I had in Rio! The staff was lovely and attentive. The food was beyond amazing. My feijoada was perfection and could be eaten by two. Getting there was fairly easy from midtown. It was a short 5 min walk from the Lorimer stop on the L. Will definitely be coming here again.",real
44952,"The food here is so flavorful and consistently well-executed, that this is an easy 5 star.  In fact, I think most of the items here are straight-up better than what you get at the sit-down Mediterranean/Turkish places in the area.   Some observations/comments: - The falafal's not bad, but the chicken shawarma is great. - The ""as many toppings/salads as you want"" for the same price is a bit curious. So depending on how many you order, you can end up paying the same price for a platter essentially double the size of another. Further, if there's a topping/salad you particularly like, there doesn't seem to be a mechanism to order more of just that. So while I'm not normally a fan of pay by weight, I wonder if that wouldn't work better here. With the current system, the reality is I end up ordering more than I should, and the resulting platter is rather heavy for lunch! - my only food criticism is that everything gets kind of mixed together in the platter. If there were a way to keep at minimum the hummus, tzatziki, and other fluid items separate, that would be better.",real
45517,"Probably closer to a 3.5 just on food alone, but with the excellent service and great ambience it deserves an overall bump up to 4. As others say, definitely make reservations if you plan to come for weekend brunch. By the way its great that you can actually do that. And, at least here they stick to getting you seated by your actual reservation time! We all ordered different dishes, poached eggs, spinach salad, steak and eggs, egg scramble, and beignets to share for starters. The baked eggs (that come with the steak and eggs) stole the show, followed by the poached eggs (perfectly poached and runny when broken over the polenta cakes). Certainly 4 star level dishes. The scramble was uninspired, but tasty and the salad was yummy, but not super-special. The beignets were delightful, but the lemon custard it comes with is a tad overpowering (honestly it could do without it all together). The very good food was enhanced by our awesome waiter, good drinks, and delicious hot (and constantly coming) coffee. Plus, their emphasis on sustainable, local, and organic ingredients is always a huge plus in my book. Definitely would go back, but probably to check out dinner and not for brunch (there's just so many damn good brunches places in NY).",real
17851,"amazing soup- forget mimosas, get the soups! cauliflower almond truffle oil, and squash pumpkin...heaven!!! sugar cured bacon = crispier version of the chinese pork jerky, yum! p.s. CASH ONLY",real
24158,"what. just. happened...?   I'm writing this review the morning after my insane dinner at Juni.  I feel so strange.  is this...love? We had the 10 course tasting menu and Chef Hergatt completely took us into a forest, turned into the Puck character Tom Cruise played in Legend, and created some Willy Wonka-esque earth magic where caterpillars are made of flower petals and smooth lemon panna cotta then hid in edible flowers and leaves, and where birds nests are made of hyssop sorbet that aided digestion and cleansed your palette.  I was floored.  Is he a unicorn? I had never had the privilege of tasting Chef Hergatt's food before, as many other reviewers had, so I was really in for a beautiful surprise.  My boyfriend and I were out with my aunt and her son who I hadn't seen in about 10 years, and we wanted to find a restaurant that we could all enjoy.  I'm Chinese and my boyfriend is Mexican.  I knew that my parent's generation didn't enjoy foods that were too heavy or too creamy or too spiced or too anything really but our generation loves flavors and depth to our foods.  I read many reviews and booked Juni.  So happy that I did.  Everyone came out of the restaurant thinking and feeling the same way.  satisfied and full of wonder. Our meal started with a LOT of fun little canape's.  They all came out one at a time and were finger foods.  One thing I wished, was that if the canape's were finger foods, we should get some kind of hand washing or towels to clean off our hands!  Also, my aunt dropped one item on her seat while getting it from the tray and she picked it up but it wasn't replaced or taken away, and she could only awkwardly leave it on her bread plate.  As the canape's came, I felt like the one by one presentation of each little item was fun, but at the same time we got soooo hungry with the little teasing bites and we all ate way too much bread before we started the actual courses.  We also didn't KNOW what were part of the courses and what were not. It was fun, but we also weren't able to plan ahead and save some room for the insane onslaught of deliciousness that was to come.   Each canape was delicious, from the little carrot puree in carrot glass, to the little mini baby zucchini, to the beet jelly on beet glass, to the little sandwich, to the black truffle flavored ball shaped as a black truffle, to the foie gras on some kind of sweet crunch...it was like a beautiful show of the Chef's range and skill.  He's like a fireworks show.  starts off slow, holding the audience's attention with one or two shoots here and there, some bright showers, and some fillers, and then BAM that foie gras.  and it's ON. We had an unending amount of courses, so I won't describe them all since Yelp won't let me, but I will go through our favorites. We are led into the forest where the caterpillars are, and then the Chef comes out after we are still looking around to give us thunder and mist and the ocean with liquid nitrogen and sea urchin done three ways.  I am STILL tasting that sea urchin in my mind.  It was to me, the best part of that meal.  I could tell my aunt loved the Asian influences in his cooking style and I loved that he was so unafraid.  I'm not into gimmicks, and when he came out with the liquid nitro for that part of the meal I was apprehensive and said so,  he told me to not be...and to be excited instead. haha I could tell he was proud of it and after tasting it, I knew why.  That sea urchin was soooo creamy.  Loving Asian food, I eat a lot of sea urchin.  and I now only want to eat that sea urchin.  Sea urchin is wasted unless it is made to taste like that.   We also had the Kale soup which had pork belly and egg in it, this was my cousin's favorite dish.  He kept looking at all of us to see if we would give ours to him.  Needless to say, we did not.   My boyfriend's favorite part of the meal was the frog legs.  The frog legs were fried and they were topped with some light greens and fava beans and a jellyfish looking gelee shell.  The mix of flavors was very earthy but it didn't feel heavy.  incredible. I loved the sweet corn custard and crab with the foam. The textures were rich and creamy and airy at the same time.  I savored every bite of that dish and ate it slowly.  It was savory from the crab but sweet from the corn.  I was stuffed but I wanted more! My aunt's favorites were the desserts.  There were two sorbet dishes and one ice cream dish.  The way the chef played was adorable.  a little merengue lid to a sweet cup of refreshing fruity sorbet, a creamy sesame ice cream that gave me memories of my childhood summers in Taiwan, and a hyssop bird's nest with ginger that looked like a bird just flew off of it, to aid our digestion.   Our server was amazing and fun, and because of our ten course tasting, we closed the restaurant out at almost midnight.  I woke up today still thinking about this meal and it won't be one that we forget any time soon.",real
40651,"WHY DO THEIR TACOS GET SMALLER AND SMALLER EVERY TIME I VISIT????????? It drives me insane. As a customer who goes there maybe once every two weeks, the blatantly obvious diminishing size of the tacos are not only upsetting, but insulting. This place is like the bad boyfriend you hate but you keep going back to them because somewhere in your brain, it's telling you he's the one.  He will  change. He will be better! In this case, I keep going to Barrio Chino hoping to get that once normal sized portion of tacos, only to face disappointment. ""Maybe this time the tacos will be bigger."" Nope. However, the taste of these tacos are awesome- maybe a bit too much salt, but it's better than some other taco joint's I've been to. Enchiladas are also tasty, but the winner is clearly the strawberry mojito in my book. It's not cheap, but after a hard day of working, I need that mojito as a treat. Since more people are eating in, instead of eating out all the time, it's easier to get a table, but if you want to make sure you are seated promptly, get there at 6.",real
4832,"Wow...you may have to wait in line for a little while, but they'll bring you cookies.  It's worth it.  Awesome for brunch on the weekend.  The prices are very reasonable and the variety of breakfast foods is insane....from sweet potato pancakes to pumpkin/walnut Belgian waffles.....and the craziest is their AMAZING crabcakes.  You wouldn't think crab cakes for brunch, but you'll be glad you did it.  Enjoy!",real
32964,Little Fish...Little Fish...come follow me home. Paula Deen makes butter taste like butter. People think she's a cooking phenomenon. The folks at Little Fish make fish taste like butter and have the texture of slightly melty butter. Now that's a phenomenon. There's nothing else that can be or needs to be said.,real
29526,"I was here last year months after my friend shared the phone number with me, it doesn't take long to get a reservation especially if you're flexible on the seating / timing.  Interesting drink menu and it's a heaven for anyone who loves beef.  We didn't get the tasting but ordered from the menu instead and sat at the bar.   The food was very simple and pure, you can taste the ingredients for what they are supposed to be - well-marbled and tender meat (they had different beef including the flank, flap, flat iron, and kuroge washu).  It felt like you were sitting in someone's apartment, quiet, cozy and chill. Don't come here expecting complex sauces on your plate and an extensive wine list and you will enjoy your meal here.",real
30721,"The pizza and hot mussels at PT are the best.....anywhere. Now, I like the Grimaldis pizza under the Brooklyn Bridge as the best of all time pizza, the combo at PT of a pizza and the mussels with hot sauce is OUTSTANDING!",fake
24041,"Good food, and great service. We went with an extremely large group, and had the entire upstairs to ourselves. The arangments were made ahead of time, but everything was spot on.",real
8000,Very good option for greek food. The veggie Mousaka and greek salad are very good! I would recommend this place. The restaurant is a bit crowded and you usually need a reservation. A good option if you are in the east village...,real
12617,"I'm torn between giving this place a 3 and 4 stars. I love the decor and environment this restaurant has. I wish the outside had a more prominent sign - I'm pretty sure I walked passed it twice before realizing it. I love the dim lighting. I hate the fact that there's only 1 male and female restroom for a restaurant of this size. That is a huge reason why it's a 3 star over a 4 star. I think one of the biggest ""things"" about this restaurant is that it serves family style so it's great to go with a group of maybe 4-6 people. Any more than that I think it gets to be a hassle. Also the place gets super loud - so again another location where you practically have to have a screaming conversation rather than a normal voice conversation. I sampled the matador platter, the mixed ceviche, and the yucca fries. The mixed ceviche was delicious - for $18 however - mehhhh.....I can probably make the same one at home...for free. I don't think the portion justified the price tag it came with. The matador platter however - is worth the price I think. It came in the platter of chicken, rice and beans, plantains, sausage and a salad. The garlic sauce that the plantains came in must have been laced with crack. It was delicious. I could've dipped everything with the garlic sauce. They must've put something in it - it's just minced garlic and oil! What else could be in it? The yucca fries were not bad as well. For dessert I sampled the tres leches cake and the flan. Both were quite disappointing. I've had better flan from New Jersey and better tres leches cake from...well overseas. Would I come back next time? I think if I was with a smaller group of friends I would give it another shot. I need to figure out what they put in their garlic sauce. If you're a fan of garlic you definitely want to give it a taste. ~happy eatings!",real
16054,"If you have not been here, then you have NO idea what you are missing.   If you have been here, then you know how amazing everything on the menu is.  A little secret...order the eggs benedict but sub bacon for the ham...this is what I call ""egg bliss""...the biscuits are the fluffiest clouds of love I have ever sunken my teeth into - well, take that biscuit, include the best poached eggs in the universe, thick apple wood bacon and creamy, yet light hollandaise sauce.  I don't even like eggs benedict and I have foodie flashbacks of this dish all the time!",fake
13660,"Hold up...This place is amazing. I'm sure its even better through out the summer. Service(at least from my sever) was spectacular.  He had personality, pizzas and recommended the best they had. I can't say much for drinks because I didn't have any alcoholic beverages. The mac n cheese was bland, but my main course of spicy crabs was everything(small appetite if your sharing). My dessert was desired by everyone around me. Chocolate fudge and chocolate/vanilla icescream, hot brownies under the delicious concotion. Must I say, I was attracted to this place because of the beautiful lightning. I saw it from blocks away. Shimmering away as the sunset disappeared. I then knew this was place where you make memories in. Arcade games played at the lower level at your convenience.",real
20907,"The atmosphere is great. Cute place, the outdoor seating in the back is really nice. For appetizers we tried: crab with avocado - good, but nothing spectacular calamari - delicious goat cheese and truffle honey bruschetta - tasty but not as impressive as I expected it to be after reading all the reviews. For entrees we tried: Gnocchi di Ricotta - must try, but I would recommend splitting it, after a while the cream gets too rich, I continued to eat it because I love truffles. Pappardelle al Ragu di vitello - really tasty, but a little on the salty side, but it's probably fine for most people. Brodetto di pesce - this was really delicious. Overall I would definitely come back here and try other dishes.",real
5126,"I reserved hi-top tables by the bar for a party of 20 two weeks in advance of our date.  I called three days prior to our arrival to confirm our party and assured everything was set.  As quests arrived for our party, there was no room for us to sit and they did nothing to make room.  We left and had to relocate a party of 20 at the last minute.  30 minutes after we left, a manager called my cell phone and said they have room for us now.  I never went back and I never will.  As a business owner myself, I feel this is a poorly managed restaurant.  If you go on a whim, with a small crowd, maybe Knock is a nice place to hang out.  I would not suggest having a planned event here.",real
22870,"I love the food and the atmosphere here! I have been here about 5 times and the food is always amazing. The service is usually slow and it's also usually pretty loud, so I wouldn't bring a first date here, but Cuban Pete's is perfect for having fun with friends or family.",real
30939,"With a beautiful view of  Lake Champion,  This is one of the best restaurant in Burlington, VT.  At the entrance, a boat filled with Seafood give you a good presentation of verity of seafood they offer, plus a plate of delicious appetizer of escargot!  You have to try this restaurant if you are in Burlington.",real
41051,"If only I could afford to eat here more often. Food is delicious, though can't remember what I ate; but it was all unique.  Coupled with the great service and beautiful atmosphere, it was a great and romantic night.",real
21202,"I just got back from Uva and was pleasantly surprised with this local gem. Although Uva is small and crowded, especially on a Friday night, the food in and of itself is worth it! I love Italian food, and found that Uva offered fresh and savory trattoria dishes that one cannot help but love. The menu is extensive with many different cured meats, pastas, meats, and antipasto offerings. Thank God this restaurant is four blocks from me because I will definitely be back for a hearty meal and a couple of glasses of wine. This one is a keeper And P.S. the truffled gnocchi is really as good as everyone else says it is!",real
34349,"I'm giving this location two stars because the food is somewhat redeeming, though not entirely. I rate it only as two stars because their staff is pretty bad, and their management is even worse. The food just isn't worth the wait on a weekend. During the week when you don't need to fight crowds or wait 1.75 hours for a table? Sure. But when they're packed  (as they are during brunch hours every weekend), their staff seems overwhelmed to the point that getting any attention for things like straws or coffee refills is a struggle.  And the food's just not that outstanding to make it worth it.  I'd call it overrated, generally. And don't expect their management to show any level of professionalism if you have an issue, where, for example, you and your family are seated next to four loud, obnoxious, offensive young men in the tiny three-table tin-lined room in the back who completely ruin your casual dining experience by cursing, using offensive language, hitting on the waitresses, and laughing and screeching at ridiculous volumes.  The situation should have been fairly obvious to the staff, but given that they're so busy and inattentive, especially in the back room where there's only three tables, I had to get up and bring it to their attention without causing a scene, myself. By that point, so much time had gone by that moving either the obnoxious foursome or my party would have been pointless. We pretty much got excuses from the manager (who essentially told us it was our fault for not letting anyone know sooner), and didn't so much as offer complimentary coffee after knowing that we'd endured their unruly patrons throughout our entire meal. Basically, she admitted that the group was bad enough to ruin our brunch but basically said, ""sorry, tough luck.""  I realize that a restaurant/cafe only has so much control over the behavior of its patrons, but it also should be generally cognizant of what's going on around its tables and should be willing to offer some sort of acknowledgement when their customers' experience has been ruined by other folks in the cafe. I'm not expecting fine dining, but In a place like that I am at least expecting that I won't be made to feel completely uncomfortable sitting next my 66-year-old parents when eating brunch. Members of a party should be able to talk to each other across the table without having to scream, and if we can't, someone at the restaurant really needs to take some level of responsibility. Bottom line: food was ok, huge portions, but not worth the wait. Their management could use an attitude adjustment, some education in dealing with the fallout of unruly customers, and an overhaul of just their general manner in dealing with the paying public.  They also need more staff during busy times, as their current staff, while seemingly earnest, are too overwhelmed. After about a half dozen brunch visits there over the years and particularly considering the way the patron issue was dealt with today, I won't be bringing my family back, nor will I be recommending this place to friends.",fake
32865,"I was compelled to write an update after visiting again this past Sunday. Time and time again this place impresses and stands out among the rest in a very competitive and wonderful food scene. We try not to repeat too much because there are so many great/new places to try in Philly but the ever changing ridiculously creative menu gives a new experience each time. This past Sunday I had one of the best dishes EVER!  Perfectly seared scallop sitting in a bowl filled with the most perfect summer ""soup"" silky smooth corn and coconut purée , creamy but light and fresh. Slightly sweet but garnished with slightly spicy shishito peppers to balance it out aaaaamazing!!!  These guys love what they do and it shows! They cook fish perfectly every time and the sauces/accompaniments  are always complex unique and complimentary Service is always in point. Runs like clockwork but is always friendly never invasive or pushy. It's byob and I seriously still cannot get over the price for such high quality and such a great experience time and time again Please do not change a thing!!!!!",real
29823,"I really tried to give this place a try this time around, but it was the second time on a Saturday night. It is horrible because the bartenders are horrible with how quick they are to respond to the customer. I tried to close out and the bartender completely ignored me for a whole 15 minutes. I am a strong believer in tips for bartenders because that is the base of their income for their shift, so I left her a tip. It will be a while until I return to this place. POSITIVE: their drinks are pretty good and strong.",real
38384,"Wow, the servers were really on top of their game. They were there in 2 seconds when I broke a raw egg on the table instead of in my soondubu because I thought it was a hard boiled egg. It was really delicious - egg fiasco aside.",real
14882,Had dinner with my wife last night and was impressed. I sat between some locals with an adorable screeching child . Noted not in an offensive way. The other side " developing foodies" We had the grilled flat bread. Well seasoned and tasty. Could use a little more color to my visual taste. The Kale salad was very good. The choice of three sides was my entree. All three were delicious. The chicken with Fava beans was a wonderful. Great taste. simple and done correctly. Skin was crisp. The lemon wedge added just the right acidity without demanding you have it. The pear tart was delicious. A perfect share. The room is decorated with taste and comfort.. The best part was the assessable service. Inviting with a professionalism that guides without selling. No wait yet and some enhancements will create a long wait in a few weeks.,fake
48302,"This banh mi is utter perfection. I have been cheating on my usual spot with this place and I just can't stop. The bread is always perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside; the fillings are perfectly seasoned without fail; just the right amount of pickled vegetables; and they never get my order wrong. Granted, the wait time is a little crazy, the price is relatively high, and the guy behind the counter could stand to be a little nicer; but it's all worth it in exchange for an orgasm inducing sandwich every. time.",real
22789,I have gone here a few times and it busy and lively and the food? OMG its great!,fake
5248,"This is a small unassuming place to grab a hotdog. It is actually quite easy to miss since it is on the lower level of the sidewalk.  When you walk in, you will notice that Underdogs has a dive like feel to it. The three hotdogs that I tried were the: California Dreaming which has avocado, tomato and a lemon mustard zing to it. I wasn't too crazy about the lemon mustard taste. I felt it sort of ruined the taste of the avocado. Chicago Style has yellow mustard, relish, chopped onions, tomatoes and peppers. I also put some ketchup on it. This was my second fave. Warsaw which is a smoked kielbasa with sautéed onions and spicy mustard. I really enjoyed the smoked, meaty flavor of this. This would probably be my first choice. French Fries w/Chipotle Mayo. They use peanut oil for the fries and they are very good! Very oily but, quite good. Realize if you are coming here you will experience a very fattening meal. This is not a place for those that are health conscious. The toppings are incredibly fresh on each dog, which I can appreciate. My major gripe unfortunately was the hot dog bun. It was too much bread that tasted a little dry. For me the bread ruined the hot dog. If the hot dog bun was more soft and flavorful then it would make the dogs a lot more flavorful and they would have more of a kick to them. Also, less of all that dry bread could actually increase sales. People are probably filling up on all that bread. One hotdog here is very filling. It is enough to hold you over.  I came with my husband and had him polish off the rest of the dogs. I only took one or two bites of each. Also, underdogs isn't the cleanest either. They need to do some cleaning, especially their floors. They have an ATM here which initially made me think that they were cash only but, they do accept credit cards. If you try each of the dogs here your name is put on the wall. They also have dog punch cards. The customer service is good here and they are friendly and attentive. Underdogs has lots of good traits, all they need to do is some cleaning and change the hot dog bun to a better alternative.",real
37489,"Words can barely exress how much we enjoy going to Piccolo Angolo.  We live in Southern California and fly to New York once a year for business.  We ALWAYS go to Piccolo Angelo twice.  For us it is a genuine piece of New York, and the food just knocks us out. I've sent several other company owners there, and every single one of them has been blown away. Do not EVER close this restaurant -- we look forward to many more years of looking forward to visiting!!",real
22735,"CUBAN FOOD DOESNT GET ANY BETTER THAN AT CUBAN PETES' Dominick the owner is awesome! Their steamed Pollo with garlic is TO DIE For! Too bad is BYOB so you know your Sangria is watered down- bring your own bottle of wine and they will be more than happy to stir that into your Sangria. Great place for Bdays:-) they do this loco spanish bday song complete with drums and tamborines!!! Oh man, if it is not your bday, fake it! You will be entertained:-) Flan is great here, and they have probably one of the best outdoor seating in town! Cuban Pete's is a must, will recommend this place to everyoneeeeeeeeeeeeee!",fake
1733,"Now that I've been here, I don't need to waste time here on future Philly trips. The best thing about the cheesesteak here was the bread... It was better than Pat's. But the meat and cheese we're not very appetizing. Didn't try the fries so they might be good, but I don't think I'll be back.",real
45903,"The dishes are overwhelmingly meaty, but if that doesn't define comfort food, I don't know what does. I would have felt more comfortable if I had remembered to wear socks that evening.  And the sausage skin? Don't get me started...",real
5642,"Awesome.  If I could move in to Soul de Cuba and have them make all my meals, I would.  Service:  Awesome.  Food:  Awesome.  Mojito:  Awesome.  Cafe con leche:  Awesome.  Cute little Cuba-y themed restaurant:  Awesome. Get the Yuca Frita appetizer.  So yummy. The ropa vieja and the pargo a la cubana are my two favourite mains.  All of the sandwiches are also fantastic, but my favourite is the media niche.  If you aren't sure what to order, stick to the items with an asterisk, which indicates traditional cuban fare.  So far everything I have tried with an asterisk has been excellent, while some of the last traditional dishes have not been as consistently good. My family and I consider the portions to be fairly large, so we usually order one appetizer and one main for every 2 adults. The only con in my list is that, because its tiny,  you pretty much always need  a reservation if you are gong at a peak meal time.  But, they a very organized about their reservations, so if you have one you will be able to walk right in.",real
1945,Hit Pat's across the street. Geno's is all flash... 2 best words to describe this place: Tourist attraction.,real
15496,"Great food, I like the brunch better than dinner, but it's all good and the vibe inside is very nice too. They added new tables in the back that are very romantic, but you feel like you're isolated.",real
15874,"I am not a hot dog eater very often, but I got two chili dogs with onions and  mustard and they were very good.  I also got a double italian hot dog to go.  It is served on a half loaf of round bread, as it should be, and it was very good also.  I will be going back very soon for a cheesesteak.",real
7694,"Excellent food and service.  Order the fish of the day and you can't go wrong.  Br dire to reserve especially if you have a large party 4+.  I have had several dishes here and appetizers which have always been excellent. There is something for everyone including vegetarians,",real
42877,"Chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate. There's a lot of that, so going in I thought are we just having dessert??? However, I was pleasantly surprised. We started with the waffle fries appetizer and it was cool, not overly spectacular, but it was decent. But we also had the wings. Now, theses are good. Like really, really good. I think one of the greatest things ever created is a chicken wing. Who needs the rest of the chicken??? Yeah, but the wings, not a buffalo wing, but they have a really good flavor. Actually got an extra order to take home. For the entree, I had an item from the special menu. It was a cheesesteak waffle sandwich. Now, reading that may not be too appetizing, but the taste is simply amazing. I mean it's really, really, really good. Like this should be a staple. In short, it's an experience that you need to have. Willy Wonka would be proud. Throw an Oompa Loompa in the place or something.",real
10565,"So the food is pretty good which is why I keep coming back, but everytime I do, I swear this time will be the last time. This place always messes up my order in some way or another. They do some kind gesture to make up for it, but I can only keeping going back so many times. I usually order online and the estimated wait time is always 45-60mins. Now in my experience, that is never true, there's no way it could take them an hour to get the food out! Yet, with Gandhi, the wait time is sadly true and may even be an underestimate... The 1st time I ordered from there it was for pickup. I was leaving work in Manhattan and knew it would take about 45 mins to get there. I got there after 1 hour, expecting my food to be waiting for me and getting cold.  Nope. The sent my order out for delivery and accused me of being mistaken about picking it up. What? Once they realized they were in the wrong, they offered me a seat, some water and mango lassi on the house. Ok, great. What was weird about it was that the delivery man should have reached my apt by now. It had been way past the 45 min. wait.  I asked if they could make me another order and send me on my way. They said they were working on it, which was BS. After another 45 mins went by, the delivery guy returned and I think they reheated my food and gave it to me. It was delicious nonetheless and I loved the veggie samosas. They are like no other. Usually veggie samosas are stuffed with chunks of potato and are super dry and bland. These have peas, raisins,etc and are super yummy. So the next time, I order delivery and don't even try to pick up. They deliver my food in about 55 mins. Fine, i'm willing to wait for good food. But then they gave me meat samosas instead of veggies. I called and complained; they offered me free samosas the next time I ordered so I had to go back there, right? ...some more f***ups go by... Now the most recent time I ordered. It took about 2 hours for my food to come. I called at the 1hr and 5 min mark. They told me the delivery guy was down the street. 30 mins later he was still down the street. This time I demanded a better answer and his exact location. I kept calling. The delivery man called me directly and said he was lost in my building. Now don't get me wrong, my building is challenging to navigate, but why didn't he call me 30mins ago? It shouldn't have taken so long.  Anyway, he gave me back my tip, which I didn't ask for, but at that point I was kind of thru with them. Let's see how strong I am the next time I crave Indian and if I go back. In summary, the food is worth it up to a certain point. The slow service with the occasional slip ups, which become frequent slip ups, can be enough to turn you away.",real
10504,"This family restaurant is a wonderful place to eat out. Service here is great! They are polite, friendly and patient. They really make you feel welcome to the point you want to come back. The main reasons why I came back are their magnificent Fresh! Food and the many different Delicious! foods.  I have to say, this restaurant being in Brooklyn has surprised me, when you taste the food it sends you to India. I will be going back for years to come and recommend it to anyone and everyone.",fake
6459,"Ordered a chicken sandwich, by the time it got to my house which is 10 minutes away from eba's location the bread on the bottom of the sandwich was mush completely falling apart,it was luke warm,I had order an extra order of fries and they were nothing more than soggy grease filled garbage. On top of all that it cost me almost 20$ for a chicken sandwich and an extra order of fries. Then the drive had an attitude when I check the food asked him why it wasn't hot,his response was I dont make it i just deliver it.",fake
30936,"Grimy old restaurant right on the water. Food is A-OK but nothing to write home about. Chowder is spot on, and the view is amazing. It is your typical seafood restaurant.",real
24490,"Great beer, excellent salads, and cool atmosphere. A little pricey, but overall I'm definitely a fan!",real
34346,"I want to like you Green Eggs Cafe, I really do.  But each time I  visit, things seems to go further down hill.  I like your convenience (a few blocks away).  I like your design and atmosphere (lots of room, bright, outdoor seating). But, the kinks i What I don't like is the poor service (our weekend visit had one person at our table waiting an extra 20 minutes for their entree, constantly tracking down servers for sugar, salt and pepper, ketchup, etc.). What I don't like is the inconsistent food ( a cold biscuit on top of my kitchen sink, multiple chicken bones in the chicken salad sandwich, under-cooked fries, over-cooked eggs and bread that was green and not in a good way). Green Eggs, please get some more competent servers, more consistency with what is coming out of the kitchen and how about breaking down and putting some sugar, salt and pepper, ketchup, and hot sauce on the table so I don't have to spend 15 minutes tracking down a server to get a small spoonful. I promise I won't steal it.   And come on....no one charges for ice tea refills, unless you are at a bar.  As summer approaches how about keeping a pitcher of ice tea ready for those free refills.  Can you really be saving/making that much money on these items?   I sure hope things start to improve soon instead of continuing to slide.",fake
23443,"I was a Cuban Pete's supporter since the very beginning, and I will continue to be until the day they decide to close. Wonderful Cuban cuisine as diverse as its patronage. FLAVORFUL! Keep up the good work.",real
49754,"Went to Aurora on Valentine's day. Me and my girlfriend loved it. The ambiance was nice, the servers were very friendly, though a bit over-attentive. It felt a bit rushed during dinner service, but otherwise the service was good. The food was excellent. The beef tenderloin was cooked to perfection, charred on the outside and rare in the middle. The fish was also cooked to perfection, especially the skin (I normally don't eat the skin, but my girlfriend told me to try it so I did) The skin was well seasoned and crispy and yummy!!! the desserts were phenomenal... perfect ending to a good meal on valentine's day. Definitely thinking about going back.",real
47385,"Having lived in New Haven for over 3 years and being a professional when it comes to pissing away money on food and drink, I'm always on the lookout for a new restaurant.  Under the played and overused ""farm to table"" concept, I was hopeful they could execute their menu and hang with the likes of Caseus and Zinc so that I could have another option when looking for honest and delicious American cuisine.  I heard decent things about Stone Hearth's brunch, even with my perennial favorite Bella's right around the corner, but unfortunately Stone Hearth missed the mark with our party of 8. The restaurant was pretty empty for a Friday during peak dinner time and our large group could have been seated without a reservation.  Our server admitted she was new and when I asked her which whiskeys they had, she left for about 5 min to write down the name of every brown liquid they had behind the bar.  I settled for a Blanton's neat, which came out in a fancy snifter glass, but was clearly a measured pour which I gulped in about 3 sips.  Definitely not a great value for $13 bucks.  My buddy got a Manhattan, which he struggled to drink because it had way too much vermouth and not nearly enough whiskey.  Clearly they are stingy on the liquor here and we went with beers after that because it's pretty hard to screw that up. Our favorite part of the meal were the appetizers.  The rustic tomato soup was very nice and well balanced.  The fried Liuzzi mozzarella resembled an egg roll with a thin fried skin that provided a nice snap to each cheesy bite.  The marinara sauce had a nice tartness and tasted fresh.  The salads we ordered were all perfectly acceptable too.  It's our entrees that really missed the mark for us.  I ordered the Pan Seared Pork Tenderloin, with grilled summer vegetables and a honey balsamic drizzle.  The pork was overcooked and very dry and lacked the savory flavor that a well cooked pork tenderloin usually has.  My wife got the Pappadelle Fresca, with is a very light pasta dish that comes with hot house tomatoes, fresh basil, slivered garlic, red onion, and mozzarella.  While these ingredients sound like they would come together to make a great light dish, there was such minimal flavor from each bite that the two other people at our table who also ordered this kept adding salt to their dish.  My wife ate only half of hers and I finished it off because my pork dish left me hungry and I just wanted to get something in my stomach to feel satiated.  No one at our table really enjoyed their entrees. Maybe we'll give them another chance, but considering how many quality dining options there are in the area we probably won't make it back.",real
16297,Delicious brunch place in NYC.. had egg benedict and banana walnuy pancake.. both were awesome.. would def go again..,real
22340,"We journeyed to Philly from New York for a show by our friend's band, Von Hayes, and I have to say it certainly gives the Mercury Lounge a run for its money. First of all, we rolled up and somehow the bouncer was so dumb that he let my boyfriend go past without paying the cover. That's an extra $8 with which to drink! Best. There's a front bar area, a middle room with tables and stuff, and then a large separate music room with a bar in the back, which also has tables -- so unusual. But great. And the stage is SO HIGH off the ground, it has to make for excellent sightlines when a band plays that draws more than 20 people. I wouldn't know. But it's a pretty good guess. And the drink prices were pretty good as I recall. I really have not even the tiniest beef with the North Star. Good job, Philly! Five stars.",real
10347,"A cute, quaint cafe on Penn's campus. I had a delightful brunch at White Dog on a recent trip to Philly. Reasonably priced brunch cocktails and generous portions (I had the vegan breakfast burrito). Service can be slow, but it's great for a long, leisurely meal.",real
29473,"My dining experience here last weekend was memorable, but I'm not sure I'd return again. Ate here with a group of six friends and we ordered pretty much everything on the menu to share. The best dishes were the uni croquette, caviar rice bowl, oysters (so fresh), and branzino. The black cod was WAY TOO salty we didn't even finish half the dish. The mushroom risotto was nothing special and sashimi platter you could probably find  at any decent Japanese restaurant. I have to admit the cocktails were beautifully made and tasted pretty good. If I could, I'd give this place 3.5 stars for pros: dining ambience and plating/presentation, cons: service (waiter was not most responsive) and food was just OK for the cost.",real
4483,"This place is truly a gem. Toms may not wow you with it's appearance, but the food and hospitality is top notch. We had to wait in the line that wrapped around the building for brunch for about 30mins. However, the wait didn't seem too bad, as snacks and fresh coffee were provided to all of us to help make the wait out in the cold more tolerable. For brunch we went with two eggs over easy, turkey ham, grits, toast and apple cinnamon pancakes. The pancakes were absolutely delicious, especially when topped with the strawberry and brown sugar butter! Yum! Tom's does not disappoint, you will be glad you waited in line.",real
43578,"Small menu. Know what you want. Busy place. Friendly workers.  Try the soup of the day, in season.",real
5837,"I spend a lot of time on business in Southern California, Arizona & New Mexico so I feel that I become very accustomed to authentic Mexican food.  That being said, after dining at Las Bugambilias for the third time, I am very happy with the food at this restaurant.  Although, since I have been exposed to so much Mexican food, I have developed a bit of ""fire-proof"" stomach and a few of the dishes here could use a bit more kick but I think that's just me.  My wife thinks there is plenty of spice. One note of real praise - the Mexican hot chocolate is a must for me every time I am there!! The only reason for no 5th star is that the restaurant is indeed very small/cramped but that is really just due to location.",fake
16160,"The pancakes with blueberry toppings were pretty good. Not much flavor to the pancakes. The chicken and waffles were okay, but not much flavor to the fried chicken. This IS coming from a southern girl, however. Overall, we enjoyed our brunch, but there are so many good places to eat in New York, we are not certain that we would return.",real
27880,"LOVED this place. The ambiance, the staff, the location, the beers, the food- all amazing. Came with a group of three and we shared the fried chicken with cheddar waffles, the burger, fries, the brussel sprouts, the mashed potatoes and had the ribs to start. I cannot say enough good things about this food! Purely ridiculous. The ribs are as good as any I've eaten at the Intl. Sparks Rib Cook-off. They were meaty, tender and perfectly seasoned with no discernible fat- better even than the Smoke Joint and Smoke Joint is great. The chicken and waffles were lovely, the burger and fries fantastic but the brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes held their own too. Wow! We finished by sharing a slice of some chocolate, salted peanut, caramel torte which was pretty good too, but a bit dry. I would try it again though. We went at 6:30 on a Wednesday and didn't have to wait for a table but a good crowd came in shortly thereafter- interestingly there were a lot of families with children. The place has a classic farm house turned chic interior and reminded me a lot of places in SE Portland (Oregon). Very cosy. Can't wait to go back!",real
29820,"It was convenient and unique to have the restaurant/beer garden and the club under one roof. We started off in the beer garden and were able to order drinks and finger foods. The food quality and the drinks were decent. I recommend the thai chili wings. The empanadas are good as well, but the portion size is small. However, the main draw is being able to relax in a chill atmosphere before the more intense dance club portion of the night. On the other hand, it was a bit jarring to move from the hipster-ish beer garden experience to the dance club experience, which was your typical club pumping out the usual suspects (Missy Elliot, Jay-Z, etc). Regarding the club, the dance floor felt small on a Saturday night. The L-shape arrangement of the space meant that the bar area was underutilized while everyone was smushed together on the dance floor to the point that it really kept groups from being able to dance at times. Overall, I'm glad that our group went here because we were able to get two very different experiences in one night, and would recommend trying it out.",real
35275,"Salinas=WOW. I seldom come to this part of Chelsea, and was surprised to see how many restaurants there were to choose from on this part of 9th Ave.  Luckily for us, we found Salinas in advance and made a reservation for 2 people. Upon entering, the hostess greeted us and offered to take our coats so we would could be more comfortable. She then lead us down a dimly lit hallway to the most beautiful restaurant I have seen in a while.  The restaurant features a bar when you first walk in, and then down the hall a main dining area, and then a library feel lounge area with a garden that opens when the weather is warmer.  We sat in the main dining area, which I was more than pleased with.  The room was dark and sensual with rock walls and beautiful flower arrangements placed throughout the space. There was a wonderful mix of young beautiful people and spunky elders enjoying the vibe. After we were seated our server Alden(sp) greeted us immediately, asking if we have dined with them before.  He then proceeded to tell us about the restaurant, and their menu/ specials. All of their seafood is flown in from Spain, and after enjoying my meal made me want to book a vacation to check out what else Spain has to offer my taste buds. Salinas' tapas menu is the best I have seen yet.  They have an impressive selection that will satisfy the carnivore and vegetarian in every relationship or group. We started with the Pimentos Del Padron, which was shishito peppers with sea salt.  These peppers were the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and salty.  I woke up this morning craving more.  For $10, they provide you with the perfect portion.  Next, we had the Gambas Al Ajillo.  I recommend this plate highly.  It was ""baby"" shrimp sauteed with mushrooms, white wine, and garlic, paired with a toasted crostini.  My mouth is watering while describing this plate- it was that good.  Last, we tried the featured tapas.  I do not recall the name, but it was a avocado puree inside of a ravioli like shell topped with chorizo.  This is not a regular dish, so if you are lucky enough to be present on a night is featured I would recommend giving it a chance.  It was not what I expected, and was very impressed with the unique flavor. I will be coming back with a larger group of friends to try more of what they have to offer on their tapas menu. For our entrees we decided to stick with seafood.  This was a great decision.  I do not recall the exact name, but I ordered the Hake.  This was complimented with grilled octopus, artichoke, little neck clams, and small diced purple potatoes. I believe this dish replaced the Bacalao Con Pulpo Y Alcachofas, which featured cod.  This dish was light, but extremely filling.  I was very impressed with the way they prepared the octopus.  I do not fancy octopus, as it tends to be slimy and weird looking, but Salinas did an amazing job!  It was grilled perfectly, and slightly blackened.  I think I found a new favorite food!. My boyfriend ordered the Pescado Del Dia, which featured sea bass topped with clams, blackened scallops, and paprika (YUM).  This dish was paired with a potato, peppers, and mushrooms.  I did not try any of the bass, but it looked delicious and I trust my boyfriend's empty plate thought so as well.  I did try a scallop, and it was perfectly prepared. We did not get a desert, but ordered a second round of our amazing drinks instead.  We ordered the La Mora (bourbon, fresh blackberries, basil, black pepper syrup, and lime) and the New Amsterdam (Knob Creek infused with white pear, black fig, and spice.)  For about $14 a drink these delivered. We would have been fine with just one drink each (they were very strong in a classy way) but I am greedy and always go for seconds! Next time I visit, I would definitely like the option to sit in the garden area- although the whole restaurant is fabulous. I recommend bringing someone here you want to impress.  The experience was very personal, and they treated every guest like a VIP.  The staff is alert and the Chef is extremely talented.  I plan on coming back in the near future!",real
9,"First brunch experience here in Philly (actually in my entire life), and oh man, I can see why now brunch is such a thing. My friends and I initially planned on Green Eggs Café, but because we would have had to wait 45 minutes for a table, we came here instead. Not only did the waitress seat us quickly, but the place also provided a very toasty ambience. (No pun intended.) I ordered a plate of their special egg toast: two poached eggs served atop a homemade split English muffin, with smoked salmon and asaparagus on the side. (I opted out of the Hollandaise sauce.) O-M-G. While I didn't get that runny yolk porn experience, each bite was a delicious sensation of salty and savory. Also, that English muffin was on point - so chewy and carb-y. I definitely recommend this place for a nice brunch minus the the terribly long line.",real
27589,"Weekday Dinner: Ambiance *****  Decor, lighting, space between tables - this place looks and feels great Service *****  Our waiter was very helpful when choosing dishes, and came by with enough frequency to feel attended but not overwhelmed Food *** Didn't love anything Prices $$$  Two drinks, 1 app, 1 salad, 1 entree, 2 sides for 2ppl = $85 We started with the chicken liver mousse, i thought it was ok. The texture was a bit offputting but the sweetness and saltiness were good. Kale and Escarole salad to follow was good, but i wasn't sure if it had egg whites or cheese. The menu said pecorino but it tasted to bland we concluded it was egg whites. Brussel Sprouts side dish was coated in mustard, it was overwhelmingly mustuardy and spicy. I think a more subtle dressing or just less of it would have been on point. Chicken and Waffles were so-so. I think the waffles were supposed to be cheddar but they tasted plain. The chicken was fried very crisp, but i thought the flavor was lacking. To compare, my favorite fried chicken place in NY is Hill Country. The food wasn't bad, it just wasn't in line with my expectations after reading all these amazing reviews. Perhaps the chicken was bland after eating the super spicy mustardy brussels. I'm just happy there was no wait. Would come again for a beer and snack.",real
11214,"Been dying to get to place after having a five star culinary experience at blue ribbon bakery. Jonathan, the manager/ wine guy/ everything,, made our experience unforgettable. After recommending some top tier wine at a great price,, we let him basically order for us. Fondue , hot smooth cheese blend with everything from crusty bread, apples, potatoes and bacon for dipping.( awesome). Fries oysters ( been dreaming of them every night since). Goat cheese salad. (Perfect). Sea bass , cooked to perfection, with amazing veg and mash . Heavenly desert that we though we would only be able to take a few bites each and ended up licking the bowl. Thank you Manager Jonathan, amazing evening!!!",real
3181,"In a head-to-head comparison in a whirlwind weekend in Philly, the bf and I had 4 cheesesteaks in 3 days (hey, we just had to).  We tested out Geno's Pat's, Jim's, and Tony Luke's with the traditional ""whiz with"" at each place.  Here's our ranking: 1.  Pat's (best combination of flavorful meat, tender onions, and lots of whiz) 2. Jim's (somewhat smaller sandwich, great robust flavor, very balanced) 3. Tony Luke's (while the whiz with was just okay, the steak italian with sharp provolone and broccoli rabe is freaking AWESOME!) 4. Geno's (our least favorite based on a bit tougher meat, and diluted whiz - it seemed runny)",real
32909,"Literally as good as it gets. The best meal I'll have all year. Truly a privilege to be able to eat such amazing food, try it for yourself!",real
32274,"Been wanting to try this place out and my friend and I finally got a chance to go last Friday. It's a very dim-light bar/restaurant...a good date spot or good for a small group.  As with most restaurants in HK, there's not a lot of seating options for large groups.  We ordered the spring rolls for appetizer and I also got some gin drink (forget the name). The drink came out relatively quickly and it was really good (and strong)!  The spring rolls were actually very good too - I liked that they didn't fall apart after taking a bite, like the spring rolls at many other places.  The flaky crust stayed in place and didn't get messy and nor was it to oily. I ordered the Pad Kee Mao with tofu and it was pretty good - nothing spectacular, but definitely tasted good (you always remember the ones that taste terrible).  All in all, it was a nice dinner, didn't have a wait on a Friday night around 9pm, and a relatively inexpensive Thai dinner in HK.",real
9376,"I was very excited to visit because I've heard a lot of hype about it.  We ordered one snack item and 4 small plates and they were all pretty amazing!  I would recommend the Pig Jowl has such an interesting flavor with the mix of watermelon and citrus and the sisig, which is a definite must as well.   The server we had was great at the beginning with giving recommendations but as the night went on, she kind of forgot about our last dish and we were left hanging for a good 30 mins before we flagged her down and she realized she didn't place the order for our last dish. Food is definitely very good here, but the fact that it's an open kitchen and there's a lot of heavy cooking going on, my clothes all smelled like the restaurant.",real
33391,"Bluebird Tavern offers some of Burlington's priciest food in a relaxed-yet-upscale setting downtown.  Did not get a chance to visit their location before moving, but the space they inhabited in town is a little strange.  The bar area is huge and the seating area is sort of crammed into a space on the side of the room.  The kitchen is on the smaller side which might explain the limited number of tables in the dining room. Overall our food was very good, we dined at the bar on a recent Wednesday night.  Great service from the attentive and friendly bartender.  Also the chef went out of his way to prepare a side not listed on the menu, and we appreciated that. Bottom line is you can get food just as good, if not better for less money in town.  The burger on the menu is locally sourced (as are many of the items), but NOT grass-fed.  Walk around the corner to Farmhouse for one of those.  And the pork chop was good but Leunig's does it better.",real
23446,"Where should I start.  I have been to Cuban Pete's a few times now.  After my last experience, I will never go back.   First, problem number one is: the wait time.  We were told 45 minutes and waited one hour and forty five minutes.  Totally unacceptable.  If they were honest about the whole wait time, I could have left and gone somewhere else to eat instead of wasting our time.  Maybe, they should hire a hostess who knows how to do their job. second: The noise in the place is a deafening white noise.  I felt like i had a buzz going on without the alcohol.  Too, many people in one area.  I wonder if they are going above the fire code of occupancy for the restaurant?  Someone should check with the local fire department.   Third: The food is harshly over salted and tastes like you are basically eating salt licks.  All food tastes good with a mass amount of salt.  If, I wanted that, I would go to Friday's or some other chain.  I do not need my doctor making more money off of me due to high blood pressure from food. Fourth: When I went to order food the first item I picked was sold out.  Strike one.  I picked something else.  Sold out.  Strike two.  I asked to speak with the manager.  I told him we waited one hour forty five minutes and both items I chose were not available any more.  He tells me you are mad because we are sold out of items?  Yes, I am.  Also due to the wait.  He said ""what do you want me to do about it"".  I told him I am also made about the wait.  He said ""if I were you I would have left"".  Good, managing there sir.  Tell a patron to just leave, because you do not care for their business. A few things wrong here about how to not manage a restaurant:  Hire a chef who knows how many people come into the restaurant and learn how much to order as far as food goes.  A good chef would not allow this to happen on a busy night.  Do not allow your patrons to wait longer for food that is sub par to that of Taco Bells.   At one point I asked the manager who the owner was and he told me.  I asked if he would rather have a customer walk out due to being unhappy.  He said ""he does not care, because this is Cuban Pete's"".  Okay.  Nice attitude.  This is why I will not ever patronize this restaurant ever again. We wallked out after my conversation with the manager.  Apparently, my business is not wanted.  No problem.  I will also make it a point to tell everyone I know personally and electronically to not patronize this chemical smelling, salt bomb food serving, annoyingly loud, and over crowded mediocre restaurant. There a plenty of restaurants in the area much better and who's management treats you way better.  I would rather go a place that wants my money and business. To all who read this please heed my review.  Go to a better run place of business.  Do not go to a place that will only disappoint your tastebuds.  Or, make you wake up with cotton mouth.",real
41553,"My gf had the Sixes and Sevens and that was really good. I had the Rye Root Beer and it was ok... it really was root beer and rye, however it was home made so that's the plus. Next time I'm going to try another cocktail. Went there on a Sunday./ Overall these are great priced cocktails and the service was super nice and quick. There food menu looked alright too.",real
29910,"Joseph C. is spot on with his review!  I was in town for a convention and will usually check up yelp reviews and decide whats for dinner.   The Yelp reviews were good as were the Zagat's and to add the cherry on top, the've been on foodtv!!  Your first impression when you get there is that this is a trendy local spot with a good vibe.  I went on a Saturday night at 9pm.. the food came out quick but keep in mind my options were limited as half the menu was sold out :-( I went with the recommendations my server made and ordered the empanadas and flatbread.  Both were ok but not memorable and not worth the $20.  The Yardbird Cocktail was a hit but a little light on the bourbon for my taste.  The Thai Chicken Wings are definitely what saved the evening for me as they were a tasty treat. I would recommend this place to others looking for a local spot but would suggest you stick with more the typical Diner Dishes such as the fried chicken and meatloaf.  I did not order them but from the looks of others who did they looked scrumptious.  Another reason other then the wings that took my review from a 3 to a 4 is the fact that the people working their really do go out of their way to make this place more then just your typical Diner between the menu, ambiance and cocktails.",real
48588,"Very good food at very fair prices. I'm a college undergrad and was taking my sister out to dinner after a movie at the Ritz, as a belated birthday gift for the two of us Saturday night. I was surprised (considering location, food quality, atmosphere, and how full I left after eating) by how fair the prices were, we did no research in advance so it was totally serendipity we went there. We ordered, for $60: - Mussels (Huge Bowl) - Calamari - Gnocchi Gorgonzola - Chicken Something (stuffed with prosciutto and with vegetables) - Literally ate a loaf of bread each - Drinks The mussels we had were very good and came with an amazing broth, that was literally so good I ask for them to put it in to something to go (even a standard plastic cup, I didn't care) - so I could finish it later. The broth was even better the next day!  Also, the calamari was good, not as crunchy as I hope, but still pretty great. I had the Gnocchi Gorgonzola, which was extremely rich, but tasty. I was pretty full off the awesome apps, so I only put a little dent in it. As you probably already know, gnocchi especially in cream sauce isn't nearly as good the next day - but, that's what I get for ordering enough apps for a family of six. Honestly, it probably could have used some herbs or something to lighten it up, but again the gnocchi on the own were heaven. Overall, great experience and I'd definitely recommending going there.",real
49105,"Solid burger, not worth the wait.  Seated immediately, waited 30 mins just for fries then another 20 minutes for a burger that took me 5 minutes to eat. Ridiculously slow wait staff as well.",real
27584,"Quality is unparalleled and service is beyond exceptional. Quite simply, I love this place! And I love it even more when their Monday Menu doesn't break the bank!",real
3387,my experience in this jamaican restaurant was the most disgusting experience in my life you pay what you get for 4.99 cents the jerk chicken tastes like pure sugar not even at all not even a bit what kind of restaurant  is this a peanut butter sandwich is better than this so called meal never ever will recommend this place to anyone i have tasted and no what good local food is all about you people need to find either a new cook or a new recipe from jamaica thanks.,fake
35800,fabulous!,fake
3027,"Maybe it's because I'm from California, and have always had crappy cheesesteaks...but Geno's cheeseteak with Provolone was the best darn sandwich I've ever had.  Being back home makes me sad, because I wish I could get a cheesesteak from Geno's.  Someone please tell me where I can find a comparable cheesesteak in Southern California and I will love you forever.   By the way, the Hot Sauce is really really hot...be careful.  All in all, I enjoyed it a lot and wish I had gotten one to go while I was there.  Unfortunately I was only there for one day.",real
3469,I was here for a private party luncheon and the food was really bad.  It was barely edible.  Avoid this place at all costs.,real
14755,"Still one of my favorite spots hands down... Atmosphere is great, food is even better... recommend this to everyone that steps foot into Northern Liberties.",real
19786,"So I am not vegan or even vegetarian, but the food here is excellent no matter what kind of eater you are. I am a semi-adventurous eater and I like just asking the friendly staff what they think is most delicious and ordering their recommendations. That's probably why it's never the same twice and I like the good surprises in my take out. It's also very reasonably priced. Three cheers for Pingala!",real
24443,"Local 44 is an easy option for me because I'm just a hop, skip and a jump away, but they can be a little difficult about seating you or a bit overeager to rush you out as soon as you stop eating food. I've been with friends several times and like both the atmosphere and the eats, I just don't appreciate being told I need to vacate my table if all I'm going to be doing is continue to drink beers with friends. When this happens we just leave.",real
33495,"I came here for takeout because I really needed comfort food. The place was full of old people and had that sterile hotel restaurant smell, good signs for a greasy spoon. The egg part of my omelet wasn't that bad, but the filling (ham, cheese & mushroom) was just depressing. Canned mushrooms? Really? Why even put mushrooms on the menu? My toast wasn't buttered, which is sad because one of my joys in life is toast soaked with more butter than I could every justify applying to bread at home. The homefries were dried out, but only a little brown, it made me wonder how they were cooked. Service was fast, though, and everyone seemed sweet except for the blond woman behind the counter. I probably will not be back because I paid about as much as I would have at Sabrina's for lackluster food.",real
37417,"If you are looking for a nice Italian restaurant to take a friend (you have a slight interest in, but not enough interest to date) to dinner, Picclo Angolo is the place to go.  I called in a day before to RSVP which is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  My friend and I went on a Saturday night at 8pm and the place was jammed packed, every seat taken.  It seemed like most customers RSVP'd because there was no waiting line (except for us) and NO WAITING AREA. We were standing in front of the door for 10 minutes patiently waiting and staring at the customers hinting them to quickly eat and leave (I bet you do that too).  After all, we did have reservations.  The AMBIANCE of the restaurant was dim lighted with candles and VERY WARM in presence.  Note the seats are very close together so be expected to listen in on stranger's conversations throughout the night perhaps dine with them. Once we sat down the server politely introduced himself and provided us the menu.  He also brought FRESH GARLIC BREAD straight-out-of-the-over.  We devoured it and asked for more which he gladly provided.  We ordered LINGUINE WITH CLAMS and FETTUCCINE AL PESTO.  Both dishes were FANTASTICO- the linguine with claims more so because of the generous portion of clams and the divine clam essence in the sauce.  The noodles were soft and slightly chewy, cooked to perfection.  I was not a big fan of the fettuccine because of the thickness of the sauce, however my friend enjoyed it. I rarely order pasta at restaurants because it is overpriced (noodles at the super market costs $2 for 4 servings of pasta and $4 for a can of sauce), but Piccolo Angolo was well worth the money.  The pasta cannot be recreated at home and I strongly recommend those who love linguine with clams to try it!",real
12108,"I don't eat Peruvian food often so this place was pretty good in my opinion. Me and my family had the matador chicken, paella, Nikki ceviche and a couple I appetizers. The ceviche was really good! The chicken breast was too dry though. We also ordered both the red and white sangrias. I personally liked the white one better because the red was a little too strong for my taste. Otherwise the service was decent. Didn't really check up on us but we're readily available when we flagged them down. We also had a baby with us which was probably not the best idea. The back area downstairs was really loud and hot. I feel like it would've been good for then to turn on the AC...",real
44375,this is my go to breakfast and lunch place . it is such a friendly environment every employee is so welcoming and attentive to customers . extremely clean establishment. espresso and late bar was the best addition they added. whenever I go in I always have to get some kind of sandwich there all amazing. best potato salad also always get it for my side. it really is somewhere you need to go if you haven't already .,real
14398,"Roasted chicken, mash potato, Spinach with a Mac & cheese... Hands was da bomb a must buy",real
26851,I was invited by a friend to attend the soft opening. This was my first experience with Ted's and I left satisfied and wanting to return. The restaurant is family friendly and the bar area seems like it will be a great place for happy hour or a quick drink. I wasn't able to try everything on the menu (although I wanted to) I did have the salmon dish and the portion was very healthy and tasty. I also had a margarita which was amazing. The prices were reasonable and the service was great. I look forward to this new addition in Hartford.,real
19182,"I will always be grateful for my NYU education not because of the lectures but because of the cheap food near Washington Square.  The best of these discoveries is the Dosa Man on the south end of the square. I admit that I have not sampled everything on the menu; my now husband and I always ordered masala dosa with a samosa each.  Of all the samosas I've eaten across this country, his are the best.  Sometimes we would shake it up and order a veggie roti instead.  This appears to be the norm because Thiru seems to know all of the regulars' dishes of choice.  In addition to the amazing South Indian food, there is a great assortment of foreign juice drinks and occasionally homemade vegan cookies. I have taken all of my friends and family who visit the city to the Dosa Man and they have never been disappointed. The only problem is that Thiru is not there everyday. It is best to get his phone number if you are a fan.",real
15055,"Of all of many restaurants in NYC that I love, Northern Spy is probably actually my favorite. Simple, perfectly prepared, amazing quality food, in a charming atmosphere, at a reasonable price. I don't want to recommend any one dish, since, having ordered (or sampled a friends order of) so many of the menu items, I can pretty much assure you that anything you order will be perfect. Tip - if you don't have any major dietary restrictions, try the Sunday supper. $27 for three courses of whatever the chef chooses to make that night that never fail to impress - you can't loose!",real
34076,"You're in trouble when all the servers are thin, because they lack empathy for people who eat. Cantina should be good, because it's an offshoot of Royal Tavern, but clearly the most important kitchen utensil there is the can opener. On a recent day at brunch, our waitress (stage name, ""Maria"") looked like she survived by inhaling food odors - and then going to the toilet to vomit them up. She took our order, turned sideways and disappeared for the rest of the meal, like a magic show. The high points of what we had were stale tortilla chips and bitter coffee.  The hollandaise would be a perfect accompaniment to any dish, because it tasted like nothing, a sauce signifier. The breakfast potatoes were chewy enough to last all day. The ""cesar"" salad romaine was fresh, but points off for roasted peppers from a jar and fried plantains from a bag. Breakfast numero uno should have been named ""number two"" for the pool of Goya black beans in can juice. It came with eggs but I don't remember what they were like. The veggie sausage was charred Morningstar Farms, which is just sheer laziness in a town where you can buy better vegetarian items at any number of stores.",real
12030,"I really don't know what all the great reviews are about. I recently when to Pio Pio with a group of 8 and I don't think 1 person was wow'd or even moved enough to say they'll be back. Where to start? Our waiter either hard of hearing or did not speak enough English to be serving food. He offered his assistance if we had any questions with the menu...cue the Vegetarian referrals for my wife. The birthday girl was seated closest to the waiter and said ""She's vegetarian"" pointing to my wife. Usually that's enough for any waiter to start pouring out suggestions of what she can eat ""Congratulations"" is what ours said then turned away. Full on beer and free hot dogs from Rudy's I was looking for more of a little something not so much a meal. At this point we decide we'll just split the Asian fried rice with veg instead of chicken and a salad. I ordered with the waiter in Spanish to ensure there was no meat and my order was correct. The Rice - For $16 I think there was less then in your average Large take out container. I know we're in a NYC restaurant, but come on were talking $16. There is a way to justify $16 rice, but then it has to be good and this was not. It literally just tasted like soy sauce and not a thing else. I eat vegetable fried rice all the time and this was very low on the charts...by take our standards. The Salad - Never Came. Come on man I ordered in Spanish...You confirmed in Spanish. The Sangria was Ok. At the end of the meal of course everyone did the whole""How was yours"" thing. When I literally heard the word ""Meh"" at one point I realized... 2 Stars. I must say it's really nice inside.",real
23504,"Came here with a large party of work colleagues for a happy hour and dinner. It was so hot but we decided to sit outside. The sun was beaming on my face for nearly an hour so cold water and sangria were a must! We brought 2 bottles of red and 1 bottle of white. We ordered 3 pitchers with 3 different mixes, all of which were great. Instead of tapas, I tried the Cuban Pete's paella. As far as paella goes, it was OK. The service is friendly (they play drums and sing happy birthday to guests very animatedly and loudly). Would definitely recommend if you're in the mood for sangria and tapas!",real
16430,"Worth the wait, expect 2-3 hours when its busy (most of the time), pancakes are amazing - get them. Super fluffy.",real
13746,I came here with my husband and son after walking around the neighborhood. The wait for a table upstairs wasn't too long. The food seemed so fresh! Beautiful views of the Statue of Liberty. A very fun and delicious dinner overall.,real
24766,So bland I can't even remember what I had. They get 3 rather than 2 stars for a somewhat decent beer selection.,real
18728,"Stopped in for a slice.  Pretty good, not great.  Don't go out of your way.",real
34208,"Made it to Cantina Los Caballitos for an early Sat night dinner with a group of 3 friends.  Good number of people in the place, especially considering it was ~6pm, but our party was still able to walk in and get seated immediately. As is standard for most Mexican restaurants, you get chips and salsa when you sit down.  Would suggest sticking with that rather than spending an additional $7 to get an order of guacamole as I found it to be nothing really special. For my meal, I ordered the cabrito, which is slow cooked goat served with pickled onions, rice, and re-fried beans.  This was my first time eating goat, so I don't have a comparison...but I have to say that it was QUITE tasty!  It was very juicy, and I found the taste to be very good, and not gamey at all (as I feared it might be). The burritos, which were ordered by two people at our table, looked really good as well.  If/when I go back, I'll likely try that...and probably with goat as the protein! The service was good and attentive, and our drinks were rarely empty for long!  All in all, a solid place that I would recommend.",real
895,"I am sitting at Genos at this very moment, eating the absolute worst excuse for a cheese steak.  This tastes like microwaved crap, on spongy bread, topped with canned onions, and horrible cheese whiz, served to me  by the rudest counter person, that mumbled to me because her mouth was full of food while taking my order.  This will be my last time wasting my money here.  Off to get take away from the place across the street, for later when my stomach heals from this culinary attack.",fake
27587,"One of my favorite restaurants in Brooklyn, Buttermilk Channel has consistently good food and enough variety to keep coming back. One of the most amazing things about this restaurant is how perfectly they cook their meat; the fried chicken (a signature dish) is always perfectly cooked and juicy, unlike any other chicken I've had. The ribs were amazingly tender without being mushy, and the burger I had (medium rare) was expertly done. I don't usually rave about burgers, but I have to say the burger at Buttermilk Channel is really well balanced and lets the quality and taste of the beef really shine. The service is also very good at Buttermilk; the wait staff is both knowledgeable and friendly, and very accommodating. On a recent visit I had a bit of a problem with the way one of my dishes was done and the waiter, kitchen and manager (owner?) were apologetic and quick to remedy it. No matter how good the food is, bad service can kill a restaurant and the owners of Buttermilk seem to understand that. My only complaint with the restaurant is that they don't take reservations, which means it's pretty typical to wait for 45 mins to an hour and a half if you're dining during prime time. And prime time starts pretty early as families in the area (with kids in tow) fill the restaurant by 6:30 or 7:00pm. The bar at Buttermilk is usually overcrowded, so it's worth going elsewhere for a drink before dinner, and thankfully the hostess will call your cellphone to bring you back when a table opens. All in all, Buttermilk Channel is not just a great neighborhood restaurant but a Brooklyn-class restaurant worth a trip.",real
30057,"Another place my daughter saw on DDD. Funky place, pretty easy to find parking. Food was good and service was pleasant. Went once for brunch and once for dinner. Outside dining is nice also.",real
48848,wait staff always screws up orders and forgets these. The food is tasty but could be better - the rolls could be more creative. tasty drinks though!,real
40632,"It is quite unfortunate how small this place is considering their incredible food and drinks. It's bound to have an insane wait due to the size and bound to attract a lower east side model/hipster breed due to the location. I have nothing against model/hipster as long as they don't try to steal my effing table. Our group arrived at 7pm and put our name/cell number in after an amusing conversation with the very tall, very Brazilian waiter in a neon track suit. He basically stared down my male companion awkwardly until my poor friend left to wait in the street and then proceeded to purr my name and bore holes in my head with his eyes...I think it's a cultural thing but I liked it. So off we went to Lucky Jack's Saloon (I think that was the name) for some happy hour bevvies. Halfway through our 1st drink my brazialian called to say he had a table open for 2 people. I told him, great for you but we need a table for 3 people. Ok. 5 minutes later, a call saying our table was ready. Upon arrival it was clear that someone was still sitting in ""our table"" so we ended up waiting 15 more minutes outside instead of comfortably with drinks ... next time guy please call us when the table is actually ready. The Food. Was Incredible. Don't miss the guacamole ($8) and homemade tortilla chips...we literally licked the plate. I'm serious, in the bathroom plate licking. The Enchiladas Verdes ($13) smelled, tasted, emoted pure happiness. Super cheesy, perfectly cooked and season with flaky chicken engulfed in creamy verde sauce that wasn't spicy (thankyou) accompanied by a small side of refried black beans (yay!). I stuffed as much as I could into my belly before it become clear that if I wanted to sleep through the night, I'd have to leave a little on my plate. The lime margarita ($9) on the rocks with salt matched the perfection. I did notice that as I got down to the bottom of the drink there was a much stronger salt flavor like they'd spilled a little in the glasses while rimming it. All fine, and next time I'll try the strawberry vanilla version which the waiter had slightly poopooed as very sweet. Yes, he purred it to me. The prices, the meal, the drinks and the hunky waiters all made for an incredible fun and enticing meal. Only drawback are the cramped seating and the wait time, both of which are only just typical in our fare city of insane real estate prices.",real
21515,"I've only been here once, but my meal was something to write home about (clearly!). The vegetable bowl with Udon noodles will most certainly be my go-to fall meal. The tofu-perfectly seasoned and breaded to perfection, veggies were fresh and not doused in teriyaki sauce, the udon noodles made it nice and filling. I'm stoked that I've found a lovely, quick meal for---wait for it, UNDER $10! Definitely a steal in this area. I'll certainly be back here. Oh, did I mention they have a groovy selection of tunes playing in the back ground.",real
18744,"Just go in and enjoy everything. Great service, great pizza. Will be going back very soon!",real
27344,Wao! This restaurant deserves all the great reviews it has. My husband and I went for brunch and i have to say it's one of the best brunches we've ever had. From the quality of ingredients to the level of execution it is an A plus restaurant. The service was very good. The pecan french toasts have elevated my expectations of french toasts in the future. Well done! Definitely will be going back and inviting friends from the city.,real
34422,"Ok - so now I get why everyone talks about this place and why there is always a line around the block to get in.  It is awesome!  The staff is super polished and friendly, the menu is eclectic and inventive.  The food is delicious and the portions are HUGE!  I shared a dish called the kitchen sink and I strongly suggest sharing here as mentioned previously the portions are enormous.  Even with sharing an entree we still took some it home. Try to go at an ""off time"" either very early or late to avoid the crowds.",real
4340,"Went here today and tried their mango and walnut pancakes. The pancakes were no doubt extremely fluffy and light but the mangos in the pancake were of the frozen kind so they were really hard. The ham I got with my pancakes were decent. I think I'll go with the omelettes next time because they looked so damn delicious. So far, a 3 stars cause their pancake didn't impress me much. The vibe was pretty nice though, really busy but still with an amazingly calm vibe, oh and don't get me started on the decor. It's like Christmas and Easter in one room with all the Christmas lights and wall decals. Very warm and welcoming.",real
19215,"Thiru the Dosa Man is The Man.  Winter's a good time to go because the lines are shorter, too...",real
47646,"Have been to this place several times with small and large groups. They take reservations and the place gets very busy on the weekends so reservations are a must unless you don't mind waiting a little. Food is excellent, real italian with modern dishes as well. BYOB so even though the food may be a little more money than expected, it makes up for the difference. If you want to get there early, there is a wine bar and liquor store next door that they must own or know the owners of, because they will actually go in there to call people for tables when they are ready which is very convenient. That store gets crowded too so be prepared. Overall a great time, the wait staff is great, place is clean and cozy atmosphere. dress is casual, but people usually dress up a little because it's such a nice place and great food that it makes it seem a little more special. Highly recommend. The oso buco is usually good, fish and seafood are tops, and steaks are excellent. Chicken dishes are delicious too. I usually order off the daily specials which are usually well put together creations from the chef. Nice place.",real
24251,"I really want to like this bar. I am a fan of Resurrection / MTR / Strangelove's and wish that the same attention and effort would be put into this place. Instead, the food is inconsistent, the service more so, and too often I get short pours from the bar.This is just disappointing. It seems like they are skating by on the endless supply of undergrads/grad students looking to drink and the fact that are no other gastropubs in the immediate area with which they have to compete. The result is that once every few months someone suggests trying 44 - to see if it's any better or because we are just to lazy to walk any farther. When it isn't, this intensifies the anger and annoyance that this place isn't as good as it could be and, therefore, the amount of time that passes before we will consider going back again. Meh.",fake
10129,"An excellent place to take a visitor for a nice lunch in University City. Friendly service, nice decor, and good food. I recommend the Spicy Lamb Bolognese, and the burgers are good too.",real
47300,"It's as delicious as the restaurant, except it's $5 for a giant styrofoam (oh, why?) of food rather than $10-13ish for a generous plate.  There are always some vegetarian and some meat options. Get there between 11am-12pm. It's popular.  The entree options sell out, and they run out of injera.  I learned the hard way that Ethiopian food is rather generically stewy on rice, and requires the tart sponginess of injera to pop.",real
3309,"Cute location, cozy environment - doesn't have the usual Thai feel, but solid food. I've been here on two occasions. The first time, I already had dinner, so I tried their Thai iced tea and mango sticky rice dessert. Taste was as expected = good. Second time, I got the pad thai (I am so adventurous I know...), and again, it was solid. Portions were decently large, and I couldn't finish my portion. If you have a small appetite, you could probably split it into two meals. If you like your food spicy, you can ask for extra chili sauce on the side, and they bring you this fresh made chili sauce! I didn't try any, but it looked really good!",real
26407,"This place is always good & consistent. The huevos rancheros are a must -try. The wait tends to be pretty long (about 30 minutes), but if you call ahead, it's take some time off.",real
46552,"Over priced and slightly irritating atmosphere. I love the decor but the general patronage vibe is a bit stuck up. They have great salads and interesting and tasty foods, but i still think they are over priced.",real
24304,Lower than my expectation :(,real
46316,"Everything is burnt. I always try and take another try, because there was one day, one loaf, ages ago that wasn't burned and tasted good. But since then, bread, scones, you name it, black and bitter on the bottom.",real
35185,"This place is truly amazing interior wise, but food goes beyond that.  I have to say its a must try location. The razor clams left me speechless - amazing !!!!  The interiors are beautiful and serene and calming!",real
13575,"I was so excited to finally go here because it looks so cute and fun. my friend and I got FOOD POISONING! we ordered the Cold Platter and the Peel n Eat Shrimp and shared everything. The peel n eat shrimp were great. We think the crab and oysters were old as they seemed questionable. 3 dungeness crab claws, mine was oooook, hers was bleh and the third completely inedible. one of the king crab claws was slimy. my friend was violently ill for 5-6 hours and ended up in urgent care the next day!!! BEWARE!!!",fake
19290,"If you like classic pub style food then this is the place for you my friend... I went hear on a whim and was not disappointed in any way. All I can say was yum yum YUM!!! they have an excellent selection of beer and spirits, and great tasting food.. it can get cramped at some times, but that just shows how popular this place is... with a fast fun & friendly staff this was a excellent choice for a great evening out!!!",fake
3301,"The food is great! My usual order would be the duck fried rice and white elephant for dessert. The owner and his wife are sweet and easy going. With the many times my boyfriend and I have been to this place, the owner already knows our orders! We love it here!",real
31715,"I'm really into my coffee, and Brooklyn Commune's was just okay. I had a muffin once and an egg sandwich another time. They were fine, just nothing special. It's a great space, service can be a little unpleasant, all in all nothing to go out of your way for.",real
45716,"Went here when my parents were in town on a Thursday night (dad really likes Appellation wines, which is next door, for their selection of organic wines). The place is kind of off the beaten path for me (coming from the East Village and it's all the way on 10th Avenue!) but definitely worth the trip. We sat outside and they had really big umbrellas, so even though it was about to rain it wasn't a problem.     To start we had the beef skewers (amazing, topped with a garlicky chimichurri sauce) and fried green beans (unusual but I think they needed more salt or something to spice them up. Otherwise they were just underdone green beans with tasteless fried batter). For my meal I had the red and yellow watermelon salad with feta cheese. The feta was light and didn't overpower the fruit, which I liked. I also had a side of the wheat berry salad (this is one of my favorite salads of all time, and they did a good job with it!). I thought the menu was well organized and I liked that you could get sides or small appetizers (""snacks"").     This is a good restaurant in a great location. It's right next to the Highline (we could see the park from our table) and a great wine shop next door! I will definitely be back!",real
25377,"Yeah, like others say, it's a diner. We eat there for breakfast, because it is inexpensive. Like, a Waffle is $3 less than the other place we go to, so your talking like $8 less overall. For that, we put up with the slower service and (as the other guy said) Tammy Faye Baker. She is a meanie, who barks orders at the staff, while sitting there collecting the money. Our worst experience was 5th of July. We didnt get to leave for an hour and a half due to complete under staffing. Our waitress was shaking, because that grump was reprimanding her. Poor girl. As long as its not super busy, it's fine for a cheap meal.",real
13783,"My husband and i tossed this place around on our quests to eat plenty of times. Obviously we always checked yelp before going and changed our minds since the reviews were always so poor Last night (labor day) a friend of ours decided to have his birthday dinner there. We had no idea what we were in for. We started at the bar for a couple of rounds bc the wait for a table of 8 was quoted an hour. Downstairs at the first bar you can only order raw food (oysters clams and shrimp cocktail). We were so hungry we decided to go to fairway and get some snacks and to cool off bc it was hot as hell. After waiting an hour we asked how much longer and the hostess( who was really great btw) said t would be another 40 minutes. I wanted to cry. We finally get sat (3stories up) and had a beautiful view of the Statue of Liberty and the harbor. It was really pleasant. Our waitress was spunky but lacked a sense of urgency and seemed to be more interested in getting cocktails down our throats instead of food. 1/2 of the party was drunk from the bartender downstairs. I swear she thought she was at the jersey shore the way she was throwing shots at my friends (and taking them as we'll her self) We finally order appetizers. Fried calamari, fried oysters, fried clams and shrimp cocktail. Every appetizer was fried and not good at all. There was too much breading and not enough flavor. You couldn't tell what you were eating besides something fried. For entrees we ordered the emperial for 2. We shared it between 4 people and a half order of the blue crabs. Honesty the portions were HUGE. The four of us had a hard time finishing it all up. The crabs were $32 and the emperial (which has king crab, a lobster, snow crab corn and cole slaw) was $100. We ordered a side of Mac n cheese which no one really touched bc we were so full from the seafood. I also ordered the puréed cauliflower for my daughter which the server forgot about. I guess bc it didn't have alcohol in it she didn't care. The food took a whole to come out. But i will say the seafood was fresh and cooked perfectly. The drinks came fast but they forgot to give us utensils and plates. Over all, the service was lame, the food was ok and the atmosphere screamed frat house. The best part about this place is the view. Oh and the hot sauces on my table were expired.",real
39093,"Hand's down best meatball hero i've ever had. I knocked down a pork philly with beef/pork/veal meatballs, aged provolone, and broccoli rage. I will definitely be back!",real
40898,"I have been here twice in 5 days, both times excellent service and even better food. ALL the chicken is white breast meat. The soups are to die for. The $6.55 lunch specials are large enough to share if you buy an appetizer $5 with use your yelp check in coupon for  homemade ice tea enough for 2 as well, and you're out the door for under $6/person. How they make any enough $ to pay employees is beyomd me, especially ones that can cook so well. Only 2 negatives are 1) its 40 miles from home and 2) I can't stomache going to my local americanized chinese fast food shops near me now, when I know how good it can be...As a customer I'm a picky bastard so getting 5 stars out of me is almost unheard of... getting it twice in 5 days NEAR HAPPENED BEFORE..it was so good I got 4 lunch specials to go just to tide me over till my next biweekly trip to woodbridge area..next rime I may jist order a party tray amd bring it home and freeze it...",fake
21352,"Cute inside - didn't think the front patio was all that nice - too much street noise/action. Inside is cute, dark, loud music and people. A bit overwhelming. It's a dark, sexy restaurant, but not a place you'd go on a first date. You wouldn't be to hear each other.  I envision this place as more of a fun place to hang out with your best friend recounting the debauchery of the last weekend. Appetizers were a calamari salad and mushroom bruschetta. Both good but not stellar. For entrees, I ordered the gnocchi with a black truffle sauce - delicious. My partner ordered a linguini with shrimp in a red sauce. It was OK but nothing to make me jump up and down about. Only 4 stars because our food came out late and it was just so terribly noisy inside. We skipped dessert.",real
45361,"3.5 stars. We went for weekend brunch and had to wait about half an hour before we were seated. We simply headed to the nearby high line and tourist-watched before we got the text that our table was ready. The beignets were very very good but the rest of the brunch was just ok, nothing to write home about, specially in NYC which is littered with great brunch spots. The service was fantastic or maybe we lucked out on our server. I will definitely go back and try some other things on the menu to see if anything does blow my mind. But with so many great places in the city along with my faves (Jacks Wife Freda, Alice's Teacup), it might be a while before I do the trek.",real
12056,"Meals are insanely big, but delicious. Make sure you share, also make sure you have a reservation, it's always crowded.",real
49993,"I seriously dont understand how anyone can eat here! The food, in my opinion, is inedible! I was really excited abt this place opening and the first time it was with my husband and daughter, other than the guac, we literally couldnt eat the food. We honestly thought the shrimp taco had gone bad but after telling someone they said it was not the case. A friend forced me to go back a second time saying we would just get drinks but then she ordered food and again other than the guac, it was inedible. This time my friend was sure the shrimp taco she ordered had gone bad and called the waiter over. They took it off the bill. It is such a shame, the place is adorable, great location, great outdoor space in warm weather, but not enough to get me back! Oh, one more thing, no sangria drinks!!",real
4926,"After being in NY for a couple weeks I was getting worried that nobody ate breakfast. Today I just happened to walk by Tom's with some friends and we freaked out. The place is awesome. Old, quirky and just real good traditional breakfast. Oh yeah and it's... BREAKFAST ALL DAY!!! Tons of interesting pancakes and waffles. Good eggs and they're not afraid of getting you some greasy bacon. The owner was walking around joking, being really friendly. He brought us cookies, which I guess is a pretty regular thing for him to do. I am coming back here every weekend if I get my way",real
40950,"One of the top two restaurants in New Jersey...... the other being Cafe Panache.  If you aren't a foodie, you won't get this place.  I mean complementing textures in each dish, heighth on the plate, wonderful service and just plain terrific food.  I can't wait to go back.  Bravo Cafe Matisse!!! (my only recommendation would be the use of different size ring-molds.  Food and dessert were beautiful presented, but all dishes seemed to use the same size ring-molds)",fake
19730,"Great food, but INSANELY LOUD MUSIC. My throat was sore at the end of the night from trying to hold a conversation with my fellow diner. My friend and I went on First Friday after walking around Old City, it was 7:00 and the place was packed. We shared the Fried Shrimp Po'boy with Sweet Potato Fries and a salad that has roquefort cheese in it - Both were very very good! The ambiance was charming, but I have to again mention how obnoxiously loud the music was.",real
32022,"Delicious food. Waitress doesn't really speak English, but you don't really need that. Worth the drive. Total hole in the wall. MUST go. Absolutely MUST go. And careful- you might drive past it!!",real
38512,"The wait wasn't too long and I just can't get enough of their tofu soondubu! I recommended their chain store in Queens because every time I come here, they bring out the appetizer and my soondubu at the same time! Even though my soondubu is sitting on the side by the waiters table, by the time I finish my appetizers, my soup isn't boiling anymore. So when I crack my egg in it... its just sitting there :(  The one in Queens, don't usually cook in advance and when they bring it out, its still boiling and bubbling like its suppose to. Plus, their fish is fried perfectly. This one in ktown, its so over fried, it started to look scary haha",real
49075,"Contrary to popular beliefs, Philly DOES make some great beef between buns that AREN'T called cheesesteaks. So if you're not from here, it's worth making the trek to Fishtown to check out this hip establishment called Sketch. So, creativity is the name of the game of this restaurant. And one burger they drew up is called the Cyclops Burger ($9) that has a fried egg and bacons in it. This burger is a must order! The Beef patty, bacons, and fried egg is a sinful combination. Absolute gluttony. I especially liked the sweet bun (LeBus Bakery) on the burger. I thought the meat was good quality, juicy and cooked right. The real standout was the hand cut Belgian style sweet potato fries though. They melt in your mouth on the inside and just plain crispy awesomeness on the outside. It was love at first bite. Dipped with their special homemade chipotle sauce, heaven. Overall, service was friendly and decent. Coming back soon!",real
49088,"3.5. I got the Cyclops burger, which consisted of a humungo patty (medium rare), humungo/thick piece of bacon and egg (runny yolk, of course!). It was delicious. The meat...might has well been a decent size steak, it was that big. It was quite greasy, more greasy than your typical burger, and the bacon and the yolk probably made it worse. Nonetheless, pure guilty pleasure. The green chili cheese fries did not live up to the hype. Too much cheese and non-crispy fries= soggy mess. I was fishing around for the fries around the border that wasn't drowned in the cheese. Final note, one of my pet peeves is when the restaurant menus are sticky. Or if the tables are. In this case, both were, and that's kinda gross.",real
17738,"The seating area is as small as 10-15 tables; we went on a Friday afternoon and had to wait the proposed 1 hour; within that hour, we pigged out at the Doughnut Plant, and then explored the grounds of Tompkins Square Park to plan a potential future wait-limited take-out breakfast picnic if Clinton St. Bakery proved worthy of it. The blueberry pancakes with maple butter are indeed deserving of the hype, compared to blueberry pancakes I've tried in Maine. However, if I'm not mistaken, the blueberries tasted so sweet that they have to have been canned. Would fresh fruit be too much to ask for for a $13 order (this is NYC, of course it is)? Also, the sugar cured bacon is good, but with a lot of fat included (what's new?). I sat right under the countertop where the waiters pick up plates to be delivered to tables, wishing crumbs of the Japanese pumpkin pancake special would fall their way into my mouth. So... picnic? Mmkay.",real
3830,"The restaurant was not as good as I was expecting it to be. The reviews on yelp were good, which led me to come here but my experience was not as good. I ordered a Pernil sandwich and a sancocho, the sancocho was good but the Pernil sandwich was dry. The staff was cool but a bit slow. I found the food to be ordinary and nothing special about it.",real
29412,"There are few places you are able to enjoy some incredibly delicious fare while becoming part of history.  Last night my lady and I ate at the cult-like & incredibly secret Bohemian.  I won't rant about the loops-of-fire I had to jump through in order to land a reservation but I will say that the experience was well worth it.  I would highly recommend anyone interested in dining here to have an open mind paralleled by an adventurous palette. I find it's crucial when try something new and exotic.  Japanese cuisine is usually impressive - the attention to detail is always on-cue, the precise flavor and even the cooking techniques... My hat comes off to those behind the business. This experiences has enticed me to take a trip to that small but rich island in the pacific.   Now as far as the FOOD... WOW. I ordered the Foie Gras Sushi... TWICE, yup that greATE. The cazuela was delicious in its own right, had more than enough garlic (yum), good amount of shrimp, not too big at all on olives but THE BEST OLIVES i have ever had in that cazuela. Washu-Beef Short Rib Sashimi was good, until my lady paired it with the spicey piece of pinneapple and garlic that was artfully placed on its side... GOD DAMN it was Great!!! Above all else, the experience was incredible and unique.",real
8236,"Took my parents out for Father's Day. Perfect spot. Why? It's one of the very few restaurants where they have an older classy crowd, great food, and INEXEPENSIVE prices! Forreal. It's like an UES vibe but in the middle of the East Village.Gotta get the meatballs for appetizer. That was the best dish. Tried the octopus just bc i thought it'd be interesting. Not bad but i wouldn't get it again.  I had the moussaka, pops had the pork chops, and mama the greek salad. We polished off 2 bottles of white wine recommended by our friendly server. This was my second time here and defintely not my last.",real
6473,Family oriented and kid friendly! wonderful lunch buffet with a huge healthier selection for the lunch on the go.,fake
23539,"Way overrated and over priced. First of all they advertise a huge variety of sangrias. That's nice and everything but they forget to mention that they are non-alcoholic, so you have to bring your own wine and brandy and unless you know how to mix it yourself it does not taste the same. The place is usually crowded chaotic, service is subpar and slow. The food is good, but the portions are tiny and expensive compared to other Cuban restaurants which one usually leaves feeling full. I was excited and had high expectation coming here, but left disappointed sober and wanting more food. Not how one should be feeling leaving a Cuban joint.",real
25193,"This place had very good food, and our server had a great sense of humor that kept the night fun.  They normally have a pretty hefty weight, but fear not!  They own the Whiskey Soda Lounge across the street (which is also fantastic), so you can enjoy a beer and some wings while you wait for your table at Pok Pok.   Food here is family style, and they do a really great job of serving some of the best local flavors of Thailand.  Definitely try the Kao Soi soup; it's delicious!  The portions are a bit on the smaller side, and the prices are a bit on the higher side, but it's New York, so you kind of knew that heading in.  At least the taste of food is worth the price!  If you're willing to make the trek, Pok Pok is worth checking out.",real
6199,"This place is absolutely amazing. And when I say amazing I mean my boyfriend and I are here once a week. The food is the only BBQ I will eat in NYC. Unlike every other restaurant, your food comes out very quickly. Any time the food takes longer, they send out a complimentary appetizer (how amazing is that!!!) The staff is so friendly and attentive.  I recommend this place to everyone I come in contact with.",real
2781,"a solid cheese steak but just not as good as Pat's.  i prefer the chopped steak as opposed to the one large slab.  i will never eat here again, no reason to with much better tasting  place across the street.  now if this place was in the middle of Chicago and there was no Pat's next door, i'd probably hit it up once a week",real
11659,Unbelievably good.,real
36887,"I came in with my boyfriend on a Friday night to see what all the buzz was about. Ordered the tequila and thyme drink, sounded interesting with the pear liqueur. Can't say the tequila was the star of this drink the way I had hoped, but it was tasty. It was crowded and hard to stand near the bar but we sat down for food eventually. The brisket delivered. Charcuterie board was standard. Service was a bit slow and they forgot our last order. The place was crowded with students. Makes for a fun bar night, but might wait for a weekday night to taste more of the menu.",real
15268,"Really great, local, seasonal food served at this cozy American spot.  Even the tables are made out of recycled, bowling alley floors and the chairs are like the old, wooden, school house type.  I love that they buy their meat fresh from local farmers, and use the whole animal: nose to tail!   I've been there twice for lunch and once for brunch. I would love to go back for dinner.  The service has been excellent every time.  The servers are knowledgeable and very attentive.   For lunch, the kale salad served with almonds and cloth bound cheddar is to die for.  My favorite dish there.  I also love their mushroom sandwich.   Go for the excellent service, high quality food, and the warm and inviting atmosphere.",real
46724,"Nice locale, good service. We had an arugula salad, very good, charred octopus, very good, pappardelle with lamb ragu, good, fried artichokes, OK. We also had a margherita pizza. The initial impression of the pizza was excellent. As it got colder the flavor of the dough changed, it felt greasy, disappointing. It needs another visit.",real
27136,"cool spot but don't order the soup , it was good but was on the menu as a bunch dish. It should have been listed as an app. since it was so small , $ 9 for a soup that was 4 or 5 spoonfuls I left still very hungry. But every meal comes with a drink so I like that. Would go back but I would def order something else.",fake
14722,"Due to frequent shifts in chefs, I steered away from North Third for a while.  But  for the last year things have been spot on.  Delicious, hearty, reasonably priced meals.  A top pick for casual dinner in Northern Liberties.",real
48943,"This place had literally one of the best burgers I've eaten in Philly. To be honest, the place is a little hard to find at night and it's kind of a hole-in-the-wall restaurant. There doesn't seem to be much seating for large groups, but I came with a group of 5 so a booth was good enough. First, the service was pretty great! Our server was helpful in giving us suggestions on what to order and telling us her personal favorites. But note, it's cash only! I ended up shelling out $20 for the whole thing, but it was WORTH. I ordered the Cyclops burger and a Salted Caramel and Pretzel milkshake (can't remember the exact name). WOW. That milkshake was SO good. It was the best milkshake I've had in such a long time and I would get the same one again. The cool thing is that you can mix and match flavors that you like. The server was telling us about a Peanut Butter and Jelly one (Peanut Butter + Strawberry). It all sounded delicious, forget mixing... I'm ordering that shake. The burger was cooked exactly how I wanted it (I asked for medium), the bacon was crispy, and the fried egg just took the whole burger over the top. I asked for the garlic aioli sauce and provolone, and I had to give myself props for making good decisions. I also tried the sweet potato fries and the Green Chili Fries. Both of them were really solid, but I think I'd go back for the Green Chili Fries. I think the sweet potato fries would've been better with a different choice of sauce (we got the Green Goddess). Lastly, one of the coolest parts of the restaurant was being able to ""sketch"" on a piece of construction paper with some markers and crayons. Not gonna lie, some people hacked and busted out their professional cartoon drawing skills, making the wall art seem pretty intimidatingly good. I spent a good amount of the meal (neglecting both friends and food) trying to draw something worthy of being put on the wall. I ended up with something I was pretty proud of, but was sure it wasn't quite good enough. To my surprise, all we had to do was ask and they gave us scotch tape to put up our drawings. Lesson learned... just ask and you shall receive.",real
23052,"Ok it surprises me how anyone could give this place a bad review. I loved this place! I've officially lost track of how many times I've eaten here but I've never had a bad experience yet.  The staff is always friendly and the wait once you're seated is reasonable but keep in mind if you go on a busy night the wait may be longer because this place is very popular.  This restaurant is extremely busy on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights so if you don't get there before 6 or 7pm be prepared to wait awhile to be seated especially if you have more than 2 or 3 in your group.  It is a BYOB but there is a wine and liquor store two doors down where you can buy what you want to bring with you.  The birthday celebration music that they play on the drums and maracas are fun to dance along with while they play.  I love Cuban Pete's food and my favorite dish is the garlic shrimp and for dessert the guava and cheese pastry.  Oh and the appetizers are delicious.  Chicken pops, bacon stuffed dates, goat cheese fritters, empanadas, the list goes on.  I love this restaurant and I will keep going back every time.",real
4481,"There was already a line when we got there around 10:30 Saturday morning. It was a short wait. Is really cool the owner feeds you while you're on line. Great brunch food,cool servers and coffee si served HOT in a big mug. Ask for their hot sauce, is good. BTW, 2 blocks from the brooklyn museum and botanical garden. 2/3 train to Eastern Pkwy stop.",real
33815,"I loved the idea of sitting outside and people watching here. It wasn't very busy when we went there so I was kinda surprised with our wait time for our food. We waited about 10 minutes to get our drinks and we immediately placed our food order. After three rounds of chips and salsa, yes 3 refills until I looked at the clock. We had ordered our food an hour ago. Once they started seeing us getting antsy our food finally came out. All 4 of us were not impressed with the dishes nor the price of the platters either and especially because of the wait. We were all sadly disappointed. We will not be back.",real
47972,Loved this little restaurant bar.  Esp the exposed brick inside.  Obsessed with the fall sangria. So much that I tried to recreate it to no avail. The others on my group had great meals that I sampled (the Croque Madame and eggs Benedict) but my chicken Caesar salad was kinda meh. I'd still go back though I just would t get that salad again.,real
12609,great venue and great food. a nice romantic dinner or just fun times with friends.,real
46241,"We loved this placed and service are Very good.We were there Saturday night . They were so busy and service so fast ,food always taste.one of reason we love place they are so friendly.they have big lunch Manu. Which is we love it .because when you go there you don't have to eat same food. Ever time. They have a lot of different lunch specials.",fake
2466,"This is as original and good as it gets as far as Philly cheese steaks go. I suggest a steak with onions on provolone. Don't get me wrong, they are a good portion, just don't expect to have the beef pilled on to the point where it's spilling out the hoagie roll. Speaking of the hoagie roll, it comes on a roll that is to die for. The sandwich is a perfect mix of fresh doe with the other flavors from the meat and onion mixing togeather. I also suggest putting about 4-5 hot peppers on the sandwich which they offer at a ""condiment bar"" after you pick up your sandwich. Pat's across the street doesn't offer that and which makes Gino's better. Other that that they're pretty much the same sandwich.",real
7287,"This is my go-to place when I am in Philly. It's a great place to go with a group of people and get a bunch of plates to share. Also, it's been a few years but brunch here was always good. Prices are great. Last time we went (about a month ago) with another couple (so there was four of us), ordered pretty much everything we thought of (like 5 courses), drank non-stop and each ordered a dessert and the bill was barely $200 pre-tip. They don't take reservations (and I know SS, I have tried to finagle my way to a table -- sleazy, I know) so be prepared to wait. Just grab a seat at one of the bars (awesome cocktail list) and hang out till your table is ready. Order some hummus, it will make it go faster. The roof bar is an excellent option when there's a long wait. Service is a little sub-par. But you don't go here for the service. You go here for the ambiance and a cool place to catch up with friends and sample tons of food. Some don't misses: - French onion soup dumpling - Hummus - BBQ Chicken quesadilla - Lobster Mac n cheese (def. good for sharing, I could never stomach an entire order!) - Cheesesteak eggroll - Filet Also: I don't see all the hype with the calamari salad? Doesn't do much for me.",real
13348,"All but the last 5 minutes was good about this dining experience. It's an old pub, reminiscent of one you'd find in England or Ireland, and they serve decent food that's reasonably priced. The only gripe I had, was that towards the end of the meal we could smell something really horrible. It made us all feel pretty nauseous, and after a minute or so wondering what it was, we decided it must be a gas leak. I approached the barman and told him. Concerned, he began to investigate, but then stopped after realising what it was: the smell of the dumplings. Apparently the dumplings tend to smell like that - something in the way they're cooked. If you're going to dine in this place, don't eat them! Or sit within 10 yards of someone else who's eating them! If you do order them you'll lose your appetite, and probably the friends you're dining with.",real
2765,"I love philly cheese steaks! Although, it is not the same in the west coast. This was my first time eating a real deal philly cheese steak right in Philadelphia.   I ordered a philly cheese steak with cheese whiz.  It also comes with sauteed onions.   The wait wasn't long, and my cheese steak was ready! I was so excited to try my first philly cheese steak in Philadelphia!   The bread used in the philly cheese steak is crunchy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside.  The portion of meat is plentiful, and perfectly cooked.  Sauteed onions add texture and nice flavor.  The cheese whiz is a great compliment to the sandwich. I want to come back, maybe try the sandwiches with different cheese steaks.",real
27500,"In the mood for Pancakes?  Don't even think about IHOP as this place absolutely makes the best pancakes I've ever tasted and confirmed on multiple occasions so it's not a fluke! I had the Eggs Benedict here and it's pretty amazing.  Did I mention to also get a side order of pancakes as well?  If you come here without getting that, you're doing yourself a disservice.  Very attentive waitress who kept refilling our drinks and made our overall experience pretty good.  Their other brunch food was also a hit as nothing we've tasted seemed to be off point.   This is one of the better brunch places I've been to and no need to travel to Manhattan either. The wait time can be pretty hectic depending on when you come but the few times I've arrived it was always on a Sunday afternoon and took about 30 mins at the very least so plan to wait.",real
7638,"What a great restaurant and what a great service!  Absolutely fabulous place to be for informal and formal setting.   Food came out quickly warm, savory and pleasant presentation.  I cannot wait to come back again.  Ambiance perfect for friends date or just for the heck of Greek food.",real
29833,Amazing food. We was satisfied with everything that came out. Above all the presentation was spectacular for a diner and key notes to make for the biscuits and sausage gravy and the drenched chicken and waffles. Not a place to sleep on.,real
43226,"Food: 3.5 stars Location: 4 stars Price: 3 stars Ambiance: 4.5 stars Service: 3.0 stars Recommendations:  Of course, the chocolate desserts and drinks are incredible.  You can't go wrong with any dessert or drink, particularly Max Brenner's dark chocolate.  The cheeseburger was well prepared but a little light on the secret BBQ sauce and cocoa touched fries.  The Hang-Over omelette is also recommended but a little expensive for what you get.  The chocolate offerings make Max Brenner a very unique experience.  The additional food offerings (brunch, dinner) make it more appealing to the casual diner. Overall: 4 stars",real
5641,"Pleasant staff, great music, and generally original place.  Cozy or small depending on how you see it.  Service was pretty good. My only real critique is that the food is a bit bland and being there on 3 separate occasions it all tastes a bit the same. I haven't yet had the ""amazing"" food that others are quoting. I'm a bit torn like Steph. C... I'd like to like it more, but for high prices for food that isn't so remarkable.",real
27069,"Fun tater tot choices. The Taylor ham slides were gross. I ordered basd on Yelp recommendations and no one at the table even touched one. I guess I didn't realize Taylor Ham meant overly processed, rubbery, strange pink mystery slice. DUH. Subpar bar food - decent beer choices and prices. A better, or just alternative, choice than burger, shots beer, if you're going to T5 for a show.",real
32890,"My boyfriend and I came here on a Sunday 'Chef's Tasting' night. We are both new to Philly and this is by far the best place we have been! It's BYOB, which I love. Love the small portions and the different dishes we got to try. Amazing place for a quiet date night!",real
14227,This is a great Vietnamese place I recommend to all my friends. We love their food and the restaurant is cute. Just do yourself a favor and make sure you have the right place. There is a place just across the street that looks nicer and its called Vietnam Palace... no good! Check out Vietnam,real
12393,"The restaurant is mostly underground, and decorated modernly. The noise level is waaaayyy too loud though. I could barely hear the conversation. I ordered the filet mignon with vegetables. it was ok, the tomatoes and onions were cooked well. I also enjoyed the passion fruit mojito :) The main reason for minus stars: - A giant hair in my food, barf - Noise level - Could not understand waitress - No cell phone reception (but also a plus???)",real
6441,Looking for a small spot to have an awesome breakfast in Ewing?  Then this is your place!  The service is always quick and the food piping hot and delicious.  My friend and I went and had the Pecan french toast and Eggs benedict.  Both YUM!!!  I also really like the portioning here.  Just enough to get you nice and full without falling short or giving you a ridiculous amount of food. Parking is located right next to the building and is pretty easy to get.  Menu has just enough choices.  Definitely worth the visit!,real
20335,"the backgarden is nice. it's kid friendly. there's a nice buzz, and even on a Wednesday night it was packed. But the food was so so- the appetizers, especially the mushroom bruschetta. But my main of the ragu papardelle was a tad overcooked and lumpy. Having lived in Rome for 6 years, I'm quite particular about well made pasta. I also saw cocktails on their online menu, but the waitress only offered a wine menu and when I inquired about cocktails, she said they could make me a standard drink but they didn't do specialty cocktails... which is not what it says online. Don't plan to return.",real
22415,"This is not my first time here, but rest assured it will be my last.  Service was horrible. I arrived 9:09 on a Saturday and was advised wait time will be 40 minutes. I decided to wait it out.  9:49 I went to them and said hey it's 40 minutes do you know how much longer?  They told me they called my name.. get the heck out of here with that BS.  They advised me they have to ""recycle"" me and three more people to come before I get seated.  I see them seating new people and many of them.  15 minutes later I asked about how much longer.  ""Sir we have 2 more people ahead of you before you get your table""  Long story short, I get seated 10:30.  That is some serious BS, but once they seat us they stick us in the back corner in a booth where our server never showed up for another 30 minutes.  Not even to open the wine.  This place is a joke.  I am sorry I even left a tip  But my tip to all of you is SKIP THIS PLACE.",fake
28009,"went back and tried the burger.  the meat was overcooked and crumbly, the bun was dry as dust, the cheese was in unmelted torn up jagged slices and the fries were so over salted that my mouth and lips were completely puckered after eating just a handful of them.  I am officially over Buttermilk Channel.  Get the Watty & Meg burger or better yet, the one at Prime Meats, right across the street.",real
258,"I've been to Nai a few times now and it always winds up being the perfect night out. First of all, the service is really top-notch. You're always greeted right away and the staff seems so efficient. The other night we enjoyed two small pitchers of sangria, the champagne and the mango. Both were excellent but the champagne is definitely my favorite. As for food, we shared six tapas. It was the perfect amount for two people. Prices were really reasonable as well. Can't wait to go back already.",fake
7777,"The very best greek food hands down in the city. And I'm of greek decent, I should know. The decor gives you the full greek experience without having to board a plane at JFK.  I can go through just about every dish and give it 5 stars. Yes you will have to shell out some bucks here, but it will be well worth it.",real
33317,"I've never had a bad experience here - and go semi-regularly due to their local beef double burgers with cheese (and half a plate of fries, mind you) and housemade aioli and ketchup for $10. $10. These are olden day prices, people. La Plate beef. Get on it. Not to mention, you check in on Foursquare and get a free treat: local cheese with some house bread or some such.",fake
4957,"Can the owner, staff and interior be any cuter??   This place has a wide variety of breakfast delights-- lots of yummy egg- omelets, Benedict..all sorts of goodies here!!   Refills of coffee a plenty here!  If you are looking for an old school breakfast diner with great service and fun atmosphere, this is the place!!",real
28112,"After reading both positive and negative reviews, I decided to try BC for myself.  So I went there tonight for the Monday $25 dinner, and I have to come down on the side of the detractors. Here's  a summary of what I ate: Autumn salad--best thing I had: light, crunchy, tasty. Popover--nice texture, tasty, and sweet. Fried chicken--first bite, quite good.  But then I found the chicken to be bland, dry, and had a floury aftertaste for the next couple of hours . Cole slaw--flat and bland. Cheddar waffles--again, flat and bland. Pecan pie sundae--pretty good. Cappuccino--OK. Over all, no need to return.",real
8638,"I actually was taken here for my birthday 2 years ago (most likely when the original chef was there) and never went back.  The design, decor of the place is great. When we walked in though the place had a really bad smell (the first tip to tell you if anywhere is not going to have good food is that smell).   We order several dishes and drinks and all were overpriced and were less than mediocre.  I had a lukewarm chewy bloody beef medallion dish with vegetables that didn't bring any interesting or inspired taste.  My companion did not enjoy his dish either.  We were so hungry too... The bread was about the only thing that was edible.  This place was a COMPLETE WASTE of the $140+ that we paid.  It's been over 2 years and I still want my money back fir that experience.  Worst meal ever.",real
22746,"Love this place! The atmosphere is loud so don't go with someone you want to learn more about. :) With that said, it's always a busy place so you know the food is good. My favorite dinner is the ""Vaca Frita "" which was initially recommended by a waiter during my first visit there.  Parking is tricky unless you park behind the restaurant. After 7pm(?), I think you can park for free. The menu prices are very reasonable too.  I'm happy to announce that they also have takeout, yay!  One more thing, I like that they don't have tv screens anywhere.",fake
12863,"Great for groups.  A great value for the money.   I went with a party of 8 (graduation dinner), and everyone enjoyed their food.  I recommend the cerviche mixto and the matador combo with the addictive green sauce.  Avoid the Sangria, unless you like it syrupy thick and Kool aid sweet.  The service was adequate.    Vibe is trendy, atmosphere is celebratory and loud.   I will be back...",real
9815,Some what off-the-beaten tourist track this cafe is special for it's uniquely German/Austrian feel. Traditional desserts and pastries are available (the Sachertorte was great) and they make a mean espresso. The ambiance made me feel like I was in Europe cerca 1915. There was a 15 minute wait on Saturday afternoon...,real
41304,"They accomodated our group of 12 fairly quickly considering we just showed up without notice.  Food was great, especially considering the prices and quantity.  Sangria was tasty. My friend and I got into an argument whether or not the pineapple salsa on the tres leches cake was going to be actual salsa or a pineapple sauce.  Turned out it was pretty salsa-like.  I think there was a hint of vinegar in it.  Blech.",real
9286,"My reaction to the first bite was ""THIS IS NONSENSE!"" The presentation and equisite blend of flavors were nothing short of ridiculous to me. I was not prepared. I was there for a business dinner and I honestly felt like the food was so POW that it was so distracting. The scents of all the dishes--even at nearby tables--stopped conversation a few times. They had a 5-course tasting menu, but I wasn't prepared for that so had a chicken dish in a coconut broth that was ah-mazing. It was then even more thrilling with a sweet coconut rice--that felt like I had dessert with dinner!  Seeing others get the tasting menu, seeing their reactions, I probably missed out big time. They also had an ""all you can drink"" beer special--wasn't prepared for that, either.   Despite the fact that I don't eat pork and virtually everything on the menu is pork, I would go back again. Pretty outstanding. Lost a star for two reasons that some people may not care about: 1) I don't eat pork so I felt limited-as if there were only a couple options for me. My impression -- based on what I saw on the menu only. I'm sure others can work around it. 2) We sat outside and there was a cat climbing around on the walls and this was distracting. It was not at our feet begging for food, but it was a very animated animal and it was obvious that it was not new to the backyard. Let me be very clear -- this was not a stray cat and not harassing in any way. I would still go back and sit in the outdoor patio area--and I'm not fond of animals.",real
33905,"entrees were just ok, but they credit for excellent salsa and plenty of vegetarian options.",real
37495,"The restaurant itself didn't have a lot of character, but the food was delicious! I had the Linguini Putanesca, which was so good it demanded my full attention and I failed to contribute to conversation at the time. The thought of it now makes me anxious to go back and try other items on the menu. Next time I think I will be a bit more adventurous in making an entree selection, the pumpkin ravioli is beckoning my return.",real
47286,"Of the food carts on Science Hill, probably one of the best choices. Many other carts seem to stuff the containers with rice or water, but here you pay for what you get meats and/or veggies. Ethiopian food is well adapted to vegans too if you are one, since they fast 50 days a year - so the food is similar to Indian food in some regard.",real
28993,"Went here for a quick breakfast with a small group. Very poluar place, line was out the door. I ended up getting bacon egg and cheese on a sunflower bagel. Pretty good. The selection of bagels was very diverese and had some flavors that are very uncommon. I also got a cheddar and dill bagel with cream cheese to save for later. Very good as well. They also had a ton of cream cheese flavors, but i stuck with plain. They have an outdoor area to sit down, but it was very overgrown. Might go again, but if i was closer to burlington, rise and shiner is where its at.",real
23951,"Absolutely amazing time here for my dear brother's post graduation lunch. The service is great and the food is just out of this world. Best rodisio I've every tried by far. Just make sure you come here hungry, lots of food :)",real
43158,"Max Brenner is cool for what it is. A chocolate shop. Their desserts are decadent and if you're on a diet- stay steer clear. With that said, I did feel as though the chocolate components of the sundae and waffle we ordered were a bit drowned out by the other ingredients. The restaurant itself is well kept, modernly designed like a chocolate factory on a movie set would be, and the wait staff is attentive and knowledgeable. With that said, we should make a return but only if we're craving chocolate to the level of spending a considerable amount on it.",real
39845,"I absolutely love this place, but for me it's totally a summer treat. It's the perfect place to stop for a fresh juice or super healthy smoothie, and their coffee is phenomenal. My hubby and I have tried a few of their different juices and smoothies, and they've never disappointed. I've also had their pierogi, which are to die for. Apricot dessert pierogi? YES, PLEASE. Must eat all the things! The staff if really friendly, too, which is also a bonus! Oh, and it's got a sweet little yoga boutique inside, as it's connected to the yoga studio next door. They've got tons of cute apparel, beautiful jewelry, incense and more -- lots to look at while you're waiting for your juice to press or smoothie to blend!",real
38750,"The atmosphere is opulent, the food delicious and the drinks superb. The Lounge have real fruit juice in them. My daughter is vegan and they had some very good choices for her; not just salad. You won't be disappointed.",real
35562,"I finally tried Rouge and I'm not sad that I waited a few years to do so. The place is cozy and dark and overlooks Rittenhouse Square, which is picturesque in the winter since most of the crazies don't like to stand outside in the freezing cold.   The cocktail list is rather short and while the drink I had was good, it didn't ""wow"" me.  We had a few apps, which again, were tasty, but not worth the price.   Go for the view and the dimly-lit ambiance if that's your thing, but if you're looking for a killer cocktail, there are much better options in the area.",real
33877,"This place is solid if you're in the neighborhood. For us, the lower prices (compared to El Vez, say) isn't worth the cab ride unless we're already nearby or meeting people in the area. But I imagine if I lived within what can be considered walking distance, I would be here more often. The blood orange margarita is good. Strong, and pleasant flavors. The nachos app was just okay. Not the most mind-blowing nachos/loaded chips I've had in the city (that is shared by El Vez and, surprisingly, The Field House - kettle chips twist FTW!), but also not as frightfully bad as this one encounter in the 'burbs where they gave us cooked hamburger meat as a topping (as a former Southern Californian, trust me when I say this was a frightening take on nachos!) The chorizo burrito and shrimp tacos were both nicely done. The strange thing is you have to ask for cheese, the tacos only come with lettuce and tomatoes, but the waitress alerted us to this anomaly during the ordering process so no big deal. I'll keep this place in mind if I wander into the neighborhood in the future as I'm sure I will.",real
26454,"Great Place! Awesome vegan food, friendly fast service, amazingly generous portions. I came in for the first time with a group of seven people and they served us so quickly. I love all their veg options. Fabulous tofu scramble and also a delicious seitan wrap vegan brunch special...can't say enough good things about this place!",real
24977,Great fresh and nutritious food for a really reasonable price served by really personable people. LOVE it! Had the Carolina BBQ Chicken and Cream of Cauliflower soup. Wish they had these in Texas. Well done Reviver!!,real
32696,"I've been going here for decades and love it.  I think they made a big mistake letting Craig Shelton mess with their classic diner menu.  I haven't been back to see if it's returned, but have to say that you cannot go wrong with breakfast anytime of day.",real
36408,"By far the best taco spot in the East Village.  I ordered 3 tacos, carnitas, spicy pork, steak with everything on top and had to get seconds!  The meats are made fresh and tender. I recommend this place to anyone that craves real authentic Mexican tacos! Thank you Matt!",real
23266,"loud. long wait at the door. lots of little cuban guys pushing you around while you wait. however, the food is delicious.",real
34364,Delicious. Tried this place for the first time with my girlfirend and I was very impressed. Coffee was excellent and I enjoyed the brown sugar cubes they provided as sweetner. I got the "Greek Fritata" and the portion was huge and came with some fantastic toast. I also got a side of bacon that was sliced very thick and was very rich and salty. My girlfriend got the salmon omelete with a side of potatoes and kept raving about it the whole time. One of the better breakfast I've had in Philadelphia.,fake
34233,"I have had two meals here and I would consider both to be very unbalanced toward the low end (i.e. overly meaty and dull). A very heavy handed approach to Mexican food - it is as if Cantina is catering toward the Irish. I applaud them for serving goat but the goat I was served let me know I had eaten him for the next two days. He was so damn gamy. The next time I had the mole turkey. I received at least four pounds of turkey on a plate. The mole sauce was not particularly distinguishable as mole. I had to douse the bird in tobasco to get anything going on the top end. Once again I commend them for deviating from the standard chicken/beef/pork but I'm not sure they capitalized on the risk. The drinks are fine. I think the service is decent. This place is very noisy, try to get outside seating if possible.",real
4146,I honestly don't get what all the fuss is about.  This is an average diner at best.  Their food is not amazing and in some cases has been pretty bland and it is completely overpriced (I ordered two egg sandwiches and a side of homefries and it cost me $15!).  I agree with many of the reviews that their service is warm and very welcoming but the interior is kind of ugly and the fact that there are lines around the block absolutely confounds me... it is really just an average diner and certainly not worth a long wait.,fake
35538,"Rouge Bar Score: 21 Burger Quality: 5 Bun: 4 Fries: 4 Extras:  4 Value: 4 2 Sentence Review: Great burger...you will taste the seasoning on the fries for days.  Atmosphere is similar to my Aunt Pats dining room. ------------------------------------------- How does Burger Einstein's rating system work? - Burgers are rated across 5 categories (see below) - Category scores can range from 0 to 5, with 5 being ""Outstanding"".   - Total score (out of 25) is determined.  Scores above 20 earn 5 Stars (rare), between 16 and 20 gets 4 stars and so on Burger Einstein Categories 1. Burger Quality: Good meat or Bubba Burger? 2. Bun: Does it compliment the burger or overwhelm it?   3. Fries: Do I accept the guilt or compare them to my Ex 4. Extras: Wild card.  Could range from Cheese to bourbon to atmosphere 5. Value: Burger cost relative to smiles (heavily influenced by how much bourbon I drink)",real
32090,"This is the one!  Service was so incredibly friendly and helpful.  My last Korean BBQ venture in Cali was really ruined half by poor service, and when you have people changing grill plates, it's amazing what a quick and nice staff does for your entire dinner. Really, I was quiet charmed by all of the staff and their responsiveness.  Not to mention actually quite private seeming private rooms, the big TVs on ESPN, but nothing so loud or obnoxious that you'd be annoyed.   It's that good balance of something different and special that's also casual and inviting that a lot of restaurants in this area tend to lack. Love that the menu has some photos and really helpful description for meat choices.  The house marinade is good!  The sides are also great.  Their KimChi is at a good balance in flavor.  Bite-y without the ""every bite adds to heat"" problem I've had at other places.   Sauces were excellent as well.   Beers were priced fairly. The Sushi was also above what I expected for a mixed-menu place, and the wait staff warned it may take a bit with on chef at the helm.  My Sushi was out in less than 10 minutes.  My other favorite sushi place is Tokyo Sushi III and I actually couldn't decided whose I liked better. I really have to echo the other reviews that say this on par with major city expectations. I'm actually trying to plan when I can go back sooner, and really, that's a first with a lot of West Hartford / New Britain places.  The prices are right, the food is delicious, and the service is great. I was charmed into Seoul from other reviews, and was ready to be disappointed.  Nope! Perfect.",real
18510,"Food wise, Clinton St deserves 5 stars, but the wait and menu inflexibility only earns it 4. The food is wonderful. I wish however you could get one pancake added to another dish. It is 3 or nothing. I was  impressed at how fast you were waited on and served once  you finally seated. The 1-hour wait turned into 2. I may go back if I can figure out a slow time (if there is such a thing). The restaurant should open earlier on weekends and also take credit cards. Both downsides.",real
30418,"Juventino isn't that easy to spot. It's a very modern storefront with black lettering on the front. Almost looks like a bookstore and I walked right past it. Once inside, I really liked the atmosphere. There are a lot of books behind the counter, a bright and clean, almost industrial space, and the staff was friendly and attentive. My sister and I were seated outside and it was like eating at a barbecue someone's backyard. I ordered the chilaquiles with scrambled eggs. It was good but seemed like a whole lotta tortilla chips and not enough umph. My sister ordered the pancakes and didn't comment. That's usually not a good thing. Lots of food though - I doubt you will be hungry when you leave. They serve coffee in a French press (nice touch) and the orange juice was fresh. Seemed a bit expensive for breakfast - about fifty bucks for what we had. I would say it's a nice place, but not a restaurant I would travel to. If I lived in the neighborhood AND had a healthy bank account, I would visit again.",real
34188,"Margaritas = 5 Stars Normal Food Menu = 3 Stars Daily Food Specials = 3.5 Stars Atmosphere = 5 Stars Tecate + Tequila Shot for $4 = One Bajillion Stars The food is good, but not amazing. The margaritas on the other hand, are amazing. The Tecate Special (with the shot of Tequila for $4) is pretty amazing, even though it usually ends in a bad night for me, so I've been trying to avoid it. Free chips and salsa too by the way.",real
48359,"I live right above this place and have only gone once. I think that says something about it. This place isn't bad.. It's good actually. It's just not amazing. It's not Baoguette or Saigon #1, that's for sure. It's smaller than your average chinatown vietnamese sammy and with less intense flavors but nonetheless a good sandwich for five bucks and change. The owner is very friendly and the space is small but clean. I didn't try anything other than the sandwiches but their outdoor sign says they also have salads and desserts. The iced viet coffee is tasttttyy!",real
43934,"Went back, still great. They have whiz now! Cut through the meat a little, maybe extra whiz can tame this mountain of meat and onions!",real
32563,"Have you ever been to a diner where the servers wear white shirts and neckties?  I have, and it's called Americana Diner.  But don't worry, they welcome a casual dressed crowd, no problem.   We started off with the Small Plate Sampler: Lamb Kofte (best I've had outside of Turkey), Fried Mozzarella (nicely breaded, chewy, not crunchy), Cajun Calamari and Smoked Salmon Rolls.   For a main dish there was the Roasted Littleneck Clams and the Open Faced Steak Sandwich.  Sauce on the clams was very good, but a bit heavy on the pepper flakes (caused a sneezing fit).  Steak Sandwich was a little dry, but served with VERY flavorful roasted tomatoes. Our server was very fast and on the spot with our drinks, order and check at the end. We are very lucky to have this diner next door to us.  But it is well worth a journey from almost anywhere.",real
3746,"There is a lot to like about Kelliann's. The food is good and cheap and served late in large portions. It has a nice neighborhood bar feel. I'd describe it as a nicer dive bar, but with good food. Almost every time I go there I get good service. The beer selection is good (but not great) and they are not stingy with their liquor either.   There is a sizable outside section which is handy considering the bar is rather small. My only complaints is their habit of playing commercial radio when no one is pumping money into the jukebox. I'm not picky about what music is playing in a bar, but I just don't like to listen to obnoxious commercials while i'm drinking. If you live in the neighborhood you should definitely check this place out!",real
12655,Had an awesome meal here with our friends prior to seeing a Broadway show. Next time we are in NYC we'll definitely try Pio Pio again! Our friends daughter who lives in Manhattan has been here before and recommended it. Peruvian chicken was excellent.,real
35247,"Such a great find! Salinas looks small from the door but it opens up to be a really beautiful space. There is one step you'll have to walk up to get into the space.We were greeted by welcoming hosts and quickly lead to our table, right under the moveable roof. It was a beautiful mild night and such an amazing touch. The bar is welcoming and down the hall are several other larger tables for larger groups. The decor is very modern and lush and the pictures are what you see! For an appetizer we ordered the Pa Amb Oli and Gambas al Ajillo and both were really delicious. A cocktail I had, la gitana, was sweet and refreshing, reminding me of a peach version of a mojito. For entree we considered the paella until we heard the fish of the day was doran and it was amazing, light and tender and seasoned to perfection with potatoes. My friend had the chicken dish that was also well seasoned and the meat fell off the bone. We finished with dessert of the blanco y negro which were bite sized portions to share perfectly among two. Don't expect something large as this dessert is also tapa size. Our server Justin and Freddie were delightful and accommodating. It is clear they value their customer as the owner Donald visited each table and offered to seat folks who were cold because of the open rooftop to another spot even though he turned the heat on! At the same time we saw the chef come out and talk with a few tables. On a Wednesday night they had a lively crowd in the dining area. The bathrooms are on the same floor, accessible and clean. They will not fit a wheelchair to enter yet there was enough toilet paper, handsoap, and napkins throughout our time there. Every detail is of focus at Salinas and you will be glad you stopped by if it's just for tapas and drinks, or for a full meal.",real
43483,My favorite place for cheese steaks.  Not the same great neighborhood as pats but the flavor is just a tad bit better.,real
38683,"Fantastic! Fresh spices, great flavors, masterfully prepared, and not too spicy. We'll definitely be back!",real
30917,"If seafood is what you want in Burlington, you gotta go to The Shanty. At least that's what my innkeeper said. Old style restaurant with a decent bar and lots of seafood choices. Nothing new, daring or unusual. B had salmon, which she liked, and I had the crab boil. Wow! That's a lot of crab! Tip: The cole slaw, served as an appetizer, is excellent and apparently bottomless. Our server would have brought us as many servings as we wanted, I'm thinking. (Thanks, Molly, and good luck with your career in food service/education.)",real
16353,"The pancakes, shakes and bacons are heavenly. Love the place so much I bought the cookbook. Cash only is a bit of a pain and there's always a line, but worth it.",real
41221,"will visti again. they were happy to serve us w/ 4 kids in tow. The place is chill, lovely decor w/ exposed brick wall, mismatched antique large mirrors. Their garlic sauce that came w/ their Plantanos was amazing. their cuban beef stew (Ropa Viejo) was not something I would order again. we also tried the pollo empanidazo,which came w/ rice and beans (beans tasted almost like from a can) the pollo was good. Lots of plantnos w/ our order. Portion size is not great. I gave this place 4stars coz of the service and the decor. nice place to just relax, take your time and chill. even w/ kids",real
8480,"Incredible variety and plenty to choose from.  My personal favorite would have to be their brooklyn style pizza.  All of their pizza is great though.  Great appetizers and service.  Not pricey at all(Except for some specialty pizzas) However, I would NOT recommend placing an order for delivery.  It can take up to over an hour for delivery from this place. Besides the delivery, well worth the price.",real
28912,"Great views. But unfortunately, this low rent place tries to capitalized on tourist and new-New Yorkers. Paid 20 buck to watch fireworks on a flat screen.",real
20796,"I came here with a friend after work, this is a really cute rustic place with exposed bricks. we shared the Insalata Di Pere E Gorgonzola which was very light and refreshing. The portion is big enough to share. I had the gnocchi and it was really yummy! normally, I don't really like gnocchi but this one is fluffy and light.",real
27550,"Good food, friendly waitstaff, fast service without you feeling rushed.  Tasted the beef hash.  Had the Eggs Benedict on a biscuit with Benton ham.  Very tasty and lite.  Whatever I tasted had flavor as it was clear that an effort was made to make the food taste good.  The pancakes were incredible!  Plan to try the pecan pie french toast next.  Will be going again.",real
36769,"This is a gift to those of us stranded in NJ without access to Mexican food.  And the Peruvian dishes, new to me, are spectacular.  Vegetarians, stay home, as you should in general. I had a Pastor Taco (if you have to look up Pastor, you don't know Mexican food) and was immediately transported back to California and the taco trucks on 14th street in Oakland.  I also had the Bendeja Paisa (see attached menu), an excellent sampler plate of Peruvian foods: thin steak, chorizo, chicharones (done right), two fried eggs, rice, and fried banana. OMFG.  There are lots of new (to me) things on the menu that I can try, since I will certainly return.   The people are very kind, the customers are clearly Hispanic.  They have been open a month and will do well. They are in one of those strip malls along Route 46, so the ambiance is Chrome and Formica. Note to the teens and the gustatorially challenged that haunt Yelp:  if you don't like the food here, it is because you have no taste so don't write a bad review.",real
7185,"Went here for brunch a few weeks ago. The brunch was awesome and very reasonably priced. If you've always wanted to go to the continental but don't want to spend a lot of money, try it for brunch! Sit in the swing seats! They are so much fun.",real
8067,I have been in NYC for 6 days and this was the only meal that I found unsatisfactory. The fish was fishy and had bones and the wait people were pretentious. The portions were tiny and mediocre. YUK!,real
33919,"Attracted by the huge white tent outside for outdoor sitting, a group of 9 of us decided to walk in. Though they did not have appropriate seating for a group of 9, they did their best to accommdate, and service was pretty nice. We came in Sunday afternoon around 2, so their brunch menu was still on, which would've been pretty awesome if we didn't come specifically for lunch. Thus, we were pretty much limited to either a salad, or burrito/taco/fajitas. Their meat selection is limited to the basics - chicken, carnitas, steak, shrimp, goat, or vegan. I got the chicken burrito. I must say, their chicken was nicely marinated, and less dry in comparison to other places. However, everything else seemed pretty bland. We also got the deep fried avocado salad, which is a nice filling surprise. Garnished with charbroiled chicken around the salad, it was full of flavor, except the fried avocado left a funky taste. Chorizos and breakfast burritos were pretty basic and really nothing special. I would NOT recommend this place for lunch, as their menu is pretty basic and bland, but because of their service (AND FREE CHIPS AND SALSA! :) ), I would try coming again for dinner and drinks.",real
17044,"The crowds waiting outside Clinton St. Baking Company speak for itself! My friends and I, a party of seven, waited about one and a half hours for a table. A good thing about the wait is that the hostess used a phone app which allowed us to leave a phone number with her. Once our table was ready, we were conveniently notified via text message. The restaurant was really tiny, so seating was extremely cramped; that's a given though with a lot of restaurants in big cities, so it wasn't that big a deal for us. One of the benefits with having a large party was that we were able to order and try a plethora of dishes. We went with their popular blueberry pancakes (yelp.com/biz_photos/nU4X…), walnut banana french toast (yelp.com/biz_photos/nU4X…), eggs benedict (yelp.com/biz_photos/nU4X…), apple crisp waffle, several sides of bacon, and a each a glass of mimosa. My favorites were the blueberry pancakes and pecan banana french toast. The pancakes were a whole lot of crispy fluffy goodness! The blueberries on top were sweet, but not overly sweet, which I loved. The walnut banana french toast was nicely made with caramelized bananas and pecans. It was eggy, buttery, and full of flavor! It's crazy busy, so the staff is continuously running around trying to attend to every guest--we didn't have any issues wavering them down though.",real
23755,"While I was really hoping this would be a great place to get Mexican Food.  I was very disappointed.  I grew up eating great Mexican dishes so when I read these ratings I thought it would be great.  I thought it would be a diamond in the rough.  Sad to say, it was worse than Taco Bell if that's possible.  When you read things like ""authentic"" that's what you expect!  Unfortunately there was nothing authentic about the stadium cheese sauce they put on their nachos.  Is fresh shredded cheese too much to ask for.  Is anyone tasting the food.  There is absolutely no flavor. I hope something will change.  I want them to be successful.  I truly do.",fake
3515,"Perfect for what it is - a great divey bar with a friendly local clientele, a well-stocked jukebox, live music, decent bar food, shuffleboard, darts, cute and friendly bartenders, and...THE DEATH CHAIR. Nothing not to like about the OCI.",real
11981,Food was good. Nice atmosphere. The calamari was excellent. Not rubbery. We ordered the matador. The chicken was good. Beans and rice was good too. Avocado salad was good. Did not care too much for the tostones. It was dry. The yucca fries were dry also. I would come back again but nothing really jumped out at me. I think next time I will try one of the other dishes. Their spicy green sauce paired w/ the chicken is delish.,real
37429,"What an amazing meal I had here. It's a VERY cozy restaurant, with a warm family/neighborhood vibe. The owner just shouts any orders he takes to the back of the kitchen, and made us feel like we were his regulars even though it was the first time for many of us. Our waitress was SO sweet. She gave me a free lobster cannelloni because I couldn't decide between that and the scallopini alla marsala (veal marsala).... understand, you only get 2 cannellonis in a full order.... I almost cried tears of joy. Thank you, most gracious woman in New York!! Portions are generous. Some of the items our table enjoyed: -Insalata caprese - fresh! -Lobster cannelloni with vodka sauce - AHMAZINGGGG. basically if the Lord took me home after that first bite, I would've died so so so so so happy. -Lamb Ossobucco - stewy, satisfying, and large. so. much. lamb. -Mussels Fra'diavolo - these are from the devil indeed, because they are sinnfully good! best appetizer chose i've ever made. they basically gave us a basinful of mussels. WIN. -Scallopini Alla Marsala - be warned, they are extra generous with the marsala wine... pretty sure I got tipsy from eating it... -Rigatoni Alla Vodka - nothing special, i wouldn't order this again. Reservations are definitely necessary. Plan ahead, grab a few chums, and spend a good evening of eating here!! Prices are super reasonable too!",real
28535,"Cozy atmosphere. Friendly staff. Most importantly delicious dishes. Thumbs up overall for this soba spot. Would have been 5 stars, but they do not take credit cards. It's 2015 guys! Will be returning. :)",real
1172,Geno's wasn't to bad for a cheese steak.  I had a mushroom cheese steak and it was Great!,fake
12837,"I have eaten here twice now and it has been delish each time!  In fact, it's addictive and I cannot wait to have it again.  I cannot stop thinking about the juicy chicken, the amazing chimichurri sauce...  the crispy yucca and the sweet plantains.  Heavenly. The storefront can be deceiving as well.  It looks like a hole-in-the-wall dump, but as you walk in, the dining room opens up into a gorgeous space! p.s.  Don't forget the sangria!!",real
45138,"A very convivial place with excellent food; the mushroom broth was a winter delight, and the lamb meatloaf very tasty and cooked with just the right amount of spices; a lovely 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon made a delicious pairing; the staff were attentive and very friendly; the only let-down: a little bit too much noise to enjoy a proper conversation.",real
16663,"The pancakes live up to the hype...but the wait is so long! Even on a weekday we had a long wait. When we finally got to sit and eat, we enjoyed a satisfying breakfast. The maple butter was solo good and the pancakes were fluffy. Definitely try to come early or during off-peak hours, or you'll be waiting a long time to eat pancakes!",real
45791,Food was good but great environment and food presentation. Polite staff and never felt rushed in my consumption. Perfect spot for a good brunch or lunch amongst friends.,real
45320,"This is a nice place in Chelsea, good atmosphere, very nice service, great food, good value for money.  Hard to go wrong with this place, and definitely recommended.",real
30775,"Great thin crust pizzas, antipasto salad, and mussels. 'nouf said. Fun for a large gang, or out of town guests to experience a real jersey pizza place. If wine is your thing, get a caraf, it's real cheap. Parking can be tough. So go in one car. GO THERE!",real
44179,"Went with my wife for our anniversary on 7/25/14 and the shrimp, scallops and lobster with cappellini special was so good that I ordered and ate two of them!! The server had a great personality as well!! We will be going back!!",fake
33256,"Dirty, grimy place and the food is awful.  So many better places on Forest Ave...even McDonalds....go somewhere else.",fake
41589,"Come here for brunch. The menu is limited but the brunch bartender Mike makes the best cocktails I've ever had. He is a true mixologist and passionate as well. Great guy, fantastic cocktails and pleasant atmosphere. Doesn't matter that I'm allergic to eggs, their burger is one of the best I've had. Love this place.",real
46624,"In Riva never disappoints. The food is delicious (mamas meat balls, polenta, duck ragu & pepperoni pizza are some of my favorites), the waitstaff is always great and the atmosphere is perfect (both indoor and outdoor).   Last night we ordered a 4 course tasting menu and it was amazing. Everything their kitchen puts out is a masterpiece!",real
12576,"Interesting decoration, exotic food, a little expenive",real
48965,"Vegan shakes the size of a small country. SO good. Have yet to eat here, but will be back for sure.",real
9495,"I've been living in the area for over 5 years now and have spent many nights eating and drinking INSIDE the Tap Room without issue (besides the surly female bartender).  My group of friends has had 20+ people crowded around 3 tiny tables inside without a peep from a bartender, a waitress, or a manager. But OUTSIDE on the patio is a apparently a totally different place.  We arrived a bit past 8pm with a group of 4 and 2 more coming.  We were told we couldn't be seated outside even though there were plenty of free tables (4 tops) because the young male host told us we couldn't bring over extra chairs and they only have 1 table for groups (it was occupied).   2 of our group weren't planning on staying long so we just took the 4 top and sat down.  Then the 2 more people we were expecting arrived and must to our surprise the host brought over extra chairs saying, ""I don't really care if you sit here, they aren't my rules.""  Kudos to you guy for knowing how to make paying customers happy.  You're the only one at the Tap Room last night who did the right thing. Our waitress apparently hated us from the word go.  Again, it was well past the dinner hour for a Wednesday night (nearly 8:30 by now) but 2 of us ordered dinner and 2 ordered apps/sides, we all ordered drinks.  She then informed us in an incredibly rude way that she would only be bringing us the ONE round of drinks because we hadn't all ordered entrees.  Really?  Do they not understand that a bar bill can get a lot higher a lot quicker than a dinner bill?  When she brought our drinks she SLAMMED them down on the table making it even more clear she was not happy with us. The food is ok, I had a burger and they do a decent burger.  The fries are good but they aren't so good that they should come with a heaping side of attitude.   Another, unexpected friend stopped by and pulled up a chair.  I could see the waitress nearly having a fit in the corner when she saw this happen.  He asked for a glass of water (he doesn't drink at all) and she replied with, ""I'll have to ask my manager.""  She went and got the manager, I saw her talking to the woman and pointing at us.  The manager NEVER came to talk to us, the waitress just came back and said she couldn't serve a glass of water because we were ""over the limit of the table and a safety hazard"".  A ""safety hazard""?  We're on a patio outside, if a fire should start I'm pretty sure we can get away quickly.  Why are we a ""safety hazard"" with 7 at a 4 top table outside but we aren't a ""safety hazard"" with 20+ people around tiny bar tables inside?   Needless to say we were not very happy that our very un welcomed group was forced to give the waitress an 18% tip.  She certainly did not deserve one, she hardly did anything other than give us a bad time.   I get that the Tap Room's management came up with these policies and left it up to the servers to enforce them and while I think they are idiotic I think we were more offended by the waitress's incredibly nasty attitude towards us.  Had she said, ""look I'm sorry but these are the rules..."" and been nice about it we wouldn't have had an issue.  I also think the manager, since they obviously had such an issue with us, should have come over. I'm not naive enough to think that my review is going to change a darn thing, it's summer and the Tap Room is one of the few places in Princeton with a patio.  And I get that they likely don't want to be a place where people just go for drinks leaving diners no tables to sit at but I think they are being very short sighted.  Leave say half the tables opens for diners during dinner hours and half for just people wanting drinks.  You know what?  People drinking are very likely to order food!  Then once it gets past ""dinner time"" open it all up to whatever.  A&B gets this, Witherspoon Grill gets this, and now guess who is getting our business?   Had things gone a bit better at the Tap Room last night perhaps we wouldn't have left and taken our group of 7 to the Witherspoon Grill where they didn't mind if we sat on the patio and ordered just drinks.",real
39227,"great dim sum, very good and reasonable for dinner not your average americanized chinese food",fake
4936,"Tom's keeps it original. I used to live next door, every time I fly in from LA, my first stop is always Tom's. Service is more authentic and friendlier than you will find anywhere. During the long waits on Saturday, they have a steady stream of complimentary oranges, cookies and coffee flowing to those waiting to get in. Gus is the man and nicest guy you will ever meet. Urban legend has it that the Dodgers would go there after games to enjoy cherry lime rickey's and egg creams. The other urban legend is that people in the neighborhood formed a human chain around the restaurant to protect it from rioting in the 60s. True or not, Tom's is a must visit for good traditional breakfast.",real
28067,"This is so sad - but...I wanted to love it here, I really did. I had dinner here with several friends on a Wednesday night. We were brought out pop-overs and they were delish - I loved the honey that was drizzled over them. I got the burger - which apparently is made with bone marrow and ground there - unfortunately on 3 different bites I got a bit of gristle in my burger. Yeech. There is nothing more unpalatable and unappetizing than a bite of gristly fat in a burger. That pretty much did it for me. I am sure people have had a much better burger there - gristle free. Wish it was me because I would have surely gone back for another. My friend and life partner LOVED the fried chicken and cheddar waffles with the balsamic syrup. My other friend that was dining with us got the ""braised"" pork shoulder. It was tough and fatty - and not the good kind of ""fatty"" where it's been braised for hours and it just melts in your mouth - it was chewy and rubbery. The dish was also bland with an undertone of cilantro? - which was contrary to what the waiter told us it would be (""spiced, warm"" - he said). Won't be rushing back here but will probably give it another chance - for now, onward to other places in the hood.",real
10616,"Amazing food! Beautiful service! Nicely presented. We ordered Saag Paneer and Baingan Bharta (we're vegetarian) and a couple of garlic naan. All delicious! No alcohol served, not a problem though as we were kindly offered BYOB and recommend a place to buy nearby. Really happy!",real
20430,"This review is really based on one dish, which I've had the 3 times I've been to UVA.....seafood soup ( it has a fancier name on the menu but this is how I remember it).  It's  full of scallops, octopus, prawns, fish....a definite must in winter months.  Truly spectacular!",real
3668,"It's been awhile since I've been somewhere different. We've found some local treasures and have pretty much kept to them lately. But when something opens a block from your home, with a connection to a place enjoyed previously, I'm game. In a nutshell, this place should be a solid addition to the neighborhood vegetarians and vegans. For me, not so much. The service was solid. No problem there. The menu, though slightly sparse for carnivores, was a vegetarians dream. So we found one and brought her with us. She ordered the kale burger, which she said was very good, but with a bit too much roll. It came with a choice of chips, fries, or salad. She got the salad, and enjoyed it. The special of the evening was either a soft shelled crab sandwich, or a meatloaf sandwich. Another at the table got the meatloaf, which reminded me of a brick of meat. It was not the best possible shape to be put on two pieces of nice grained bread, but a little difficult to manipulate.  The meatloaf itself was fine.  Just fine, nothing more. It came with decent fries, mixed sweet potato and regular. The fried were deemed ""ok"". The meat eaters shared a Johnnycake pinwheel, which was actually more like a cornmeal pancake/crepe with good brisket, sweet onion and pickled jalapenos. It was good, nice flavor, but not too much heat, even with the jalapeno. Two of us ordered the storied fried chicken and waffle. A heavy cornmeal waffle had three thick chicken tenders on it, and it was drenched in a hot/sweet bbq sauce. I'm not sure what the actual coating on the chicken was, but it was a tad hard, and I really didn't care for the bbq sauce at all. Too hot for my tastes. I ended up taking half of the waffle and two of the chicken pieces home for others who enjoy that For dessert, we ordered one piece of a carrot/sweet potatoe cake that was also not very good. Very, very dry. Maybe as a result of being refrigerated, but I really don't care for cold cake, even if it was moist. So all in all, if I'm going out to eat, I'm not going back there. If I'm going out to have a couple drinks and enjoy the night air, this is a nice place to go.  The bar is fine, with a good selection of beers, and suitable selection of wines. Four people, with lots of wine and lots of beers...tab came to $148.00",real
15767,"By far the best Italian and dare I say restaurant in the city. It is definitely a little pricey, but worth every penny. I bring every out of town guest here and Chef Painter and his team have yet to disappoint.  My favorite evening is sitting at the bar with a good book, glass of wine, and delicious truffle ravioli with a hint of lemon.  The managers and wait staff are all beyond fabulous, always greeting me by name and making sure to welcome me back. Excellent wine list with an extremely knowledgeable sommelier suggesting wine of all price points to pair with your meal. A must try in Philadelphia!",real
10123,"I've been here 3 times and have had stellar service every time!  I get treated like family when I go.  Ok...my brother is the sous chef there...but even when he's not working I get a warm genuine welcome. The food?  Fantastic!  Being vegan I have a tough time finding vegan friendly options, let alone something that's actually good!  I highly recommend the Vegan Buffalo Cheesesteak and the Seitan Chickpea Dosas.   Cute, cozy atmosphere.",real
14415,From the outside it looks like your total typical city bar however when you walk inside there are cool trinkets everywhere.  Including 2 flying eagles and pictures or naked people that remind you of karma sutra or titanic.  It has kinda mardi gras theme to it.  Super cool and fun to look at it. The food is amazing.  I was really surprised with the eclectic menu and all the different offerings they had.  Also you are able to buy a pint glass for $5.  This is actually a deal when you have been drinking for 4 hours there.  lol  They have a great liquor selection.,real
13950,"i'm happy to report that i had an experience that is also not consistent with the other reviews which hopefully means this place is getting its act together (or that it wasnt that bad in the first place). we went with 12 people on a saturday night at 7pm. we were told, by a very nice server, there would be at least an hour wait but the bar was open and very convivial and reminded us all (southerners and australians mostly) of lovely and relaxed beach restaurants with broad views and horizontal sunlight. and it was hot as hell outside but the fans were on full blast and we were drinking pitchers of coronitas for 11 bucks, on ice, with limes, pure fun. we ordered some very good raw oysters and spicy shrimps to snack on and chilled out with our friends. a little over an hour into our wait they brought us to our tables on the deck, open air, cooler breeze by this point, string lights overhead, with a view of the harbor and the statue. we ordered more buckets of coronitas from our man alex, who was great, then the northeastern steam pot, a million blue crabs, fish and chips, fried scallops, fried oysters, mac and cheese, all of which was cooked very well and super delicious. the fried oysters and scallops were a giant hit and the crabs and lobsters were perfectly steamed and all was very reasonably priced. we were there from 7 to 11 and had an absolutely great time. we'll go back again and probably soon and probably once a month forever. there is not a place in new york like this place where you can sit outside at picnic, eat fried oysters and crabs that are brilliant and dont cost one million dollars, watch the sun set, chill out. a bunch of the red hook crowd is already hating on it, yelpers are clearly piling on, but i think this place deserves a visit.",real
26797,"Fantastic.  ENORMOUS portions, really tasty choices, and free coffee refills.  I love the Ikea mugs and '70s-style booths.  Service was good and friendly.  My apple & cheddar omelet was enough for two people, and the fresh fruit I got with it was really good (the best honeydew I've ever tasted, with strawberries and bananas and a chunk of pineapple).  The home fries are great too, and the food came out pretty quickly.  We did go on a Monday, around noon, and were seated immediately.  A little more than I usually like to spend on brunch, and I prefer the selection at Honey's, but this place is really fantastic.",real
35043,"The place is beautiful,my girlfriend likes there. The food,for me not any special! The service,not bad! But they almost don't wait our appetizer finish,then the main dish came!  This point I don't like. And also didn't pour us wine And the wine glass is not glasses! The price,be conclusion,not worth it!",real
3037,It's hard to remember exactly what the steak itself tasted like because I was fool enough to add far too much hot sauce to mine - even though the sauce cart has a warning sign. I wished I could have eaten it untainted but I liked what I could eat. The bread was especially tasty and the beef didn't seem too greasy. I can't comment too much on the overall taste though since it suffered the most from my overzealous condimentitis.,real
4499,"I've heard so much about this place. From the outside you don't know what it is.. (No sign) it looks cold and vacant from the wait on line outside, but as soon as you step inside, it's such a warm and cozy feel. I liked the establishment since I was greeted by the bald dude offering me coffee.. pancakes...sausage...whatever. Never have I been treated this way waiting on line for seating. I took a young lady to Brunch.. I ordered the Mango Walnut Pancakes.. Chicken Cutlet and eggs... and Vinegar French fries... DAMN!!!! It truly hit the spot! The prices were not expensive and you got more than enough to eat, my date ordered Walnut Pancakes (She was being modest) The service and the food was absolutely wonderful, I will be returning to Tom's this is a perfect place to come and eat but not with a party more than 4. The place is very small so don't look to have a big gathering here. I was not hesitant to try different dishes, it honestly seemed as if I could order the entire menu and not have a compliant about the meal. Very good quality of food. From my wait on line outside about 50-70 feet from the entrance I waiting no more than 15 minutes max. The wait was surprisingly short. I recommend Tom's if you're in the neighborhood and you're thinking about trying it.. trust me hope on that line and experience the family style dine.",real
25974,"Plus: Great wine list, with some pretty good bottles sub 30 (like the crowd) The e-z bake oven in the front which ALL of their food comes out, including quiches & bacon-wrapped scallops Tight-knit and warm decor Diverse cheese and charcuterie plates Good for chicks. Minus: The number of people/ ft^2 make Jadis rather loud Skeletal operation means the food does not come quickly Cold bread!! I have been three or four times, including once for a birthday with a large group.  They handled the party well and everyone enjoyed Jadis' food and experience.",real
36905,"Nice atmosphere, nice drinks, nice service...All over it's a pretty nice place!  It has the feeling of being very old, which I'm told it is, but I don't know the whole story.  I suppose you can make it up for yourself when you go and see all the photographs up on the walls (or you can just ask someone too, but making up your own stories is a little more fun).  They had a nice selection of wines and such, not much in terms of libations, but that's what Shake Shack is for next door.  It seems like a place a lot of Yalies go, so if that's not your scene don't come here.  If you are a Yalie or don't care about being around a lot of Yalies, this place will serve well as a nice night out.",real
42367,"Can't get enough. If you like healthy + delicious, this is the place for you!",real
22511,"I heard raves about the food so me and the girls decide our girls night out would be here.  After being told an hour's wait, we still decide it's worth it and we were ushered into the waiting area which is where the sangria bowls were.  As soon as we entered the room, I slid across the floor which was wet from spilled drink and who knows what else.  Before I could warn anyone walking in behind me a girl on crutches and her friends come in and she falls, landing on the leg that was in a cast.  I go to a guy who appears to work there and start to ask if he worked there and about the floor problem.  He tells me to tell the girl who is taking reservations.  I tell her and she says someone will fix it. 40 minutes later no one came to mop or ""fix it"" but I kept warning everyone coming in to walk slowly and carefully. Then we notice people getting seated who came in after us.  So I go up to the same guy and ask why folks are getting seated and why the floor wasn't done...that's when he says to me ""you're a would be customer"" and ""we will get to it when we do"".  Next thing I know the girl I told about the floor comes up to me and says the owner has asked me to leave.  I am stunned and said I would love to speak to the owner.  Well guess who it was..the same idiot I spoke to.  The girl kept telling me she is ""passing the message along and I am asked to leave""!  Ridiculous.  Did I mention the girl on crutches leaves crying??  Cuban Petes may have good food which I will never know but they serious lack in customer service and didn't give a hoot about safety or cleanliness!  Unreal..such a disappointing experience.",fake
13301,"I've on one too many occasions come here with friends,  have had one too many glasses of wine, and decided to draw pictures of things only we found funny with our crayons on our paper table cloth. Why not? They definitely encourage it.  Considering they provide you with the well made, yet cheap/ reasonably priced wine bottles, the full colorful crayons and the blank clean paper table cloth that just begs to be drawn on. I've had some great times here with my friends, and brought my bf here too. Its one of those places that can easily drift back and forth from being fun and carefree to romantic and comforting. Sassy to classy. The Ear Regulars play on Sundays. They're a great jazz band that really adds a nice touch to one of New York City's designated Landmarks, which might I add, is also supposedly haunted. Though I don't think I've ever come across any ghosts, though I might have just been too busy having a great time. Or maybe those old sailors/ Prohibition ghosts are just laughing alongside of me. I think everything here is priced very well. My bf and I went to town on this place one too many nights and still left with money in our pockets. The beer and wine selections are more then you could hope for and everything compliments their food selections, as well as the overall atmosphere of years of historical inspired greatness. This is one of those places that defines NY. Once you come here, you'll feel shame for ever stepping foot into one of those ""new"" over priced ""speakeasies"". This is one of the originals. A classic old beauty with history. The definition of what NYC is.",real
24979,"Let me start by saying that I completely admire the concept behind this place. Healthy food. Eating right. Affordable prices. I get it. However, for me, the flavor was a bit underwhelming. The food wasn't bad. It was good.... It just wasn't  great. It seemed like a layer of flavor was missing... maybe more seasoning is needed. I don't know. I've only eaten here once and had the Sicilian Breakfast. I'll come back and try something else. Maybe it will change my mind.",real
31398,"I've only been here for lunch, but it is one of my favorite places to have lunch!  I have had the bread board (look for a unique new butter of the day), the tart (small but rich!), the beet salad, and a strata (during restaurant week).  These were all great!  Still need to try the mac and cheese and the grilled cheese.  Don't miss Caseus!",real
14478,"I heard about North Third through yelp. Most of the reviews were positive so I was looking forward to checking it out. I went on a Saturday night. Surprising it was not crowded. The atmosphere was really nice.  It was really dark and cozy. The music was great also. The staff was friendly and not over barring. I hate when I'm out with my lady and employees are constantly interrupting our conversation. I know they mean well but it's still annoying.  The food was excellent. I had the crispy chicken sandwich with fries. My girlfriend had a bacon cheese burger topped with a fried egg and bacon. She had no complaints. The drinks were more than reasonably priced. A little more ice in the drink than needed but that's an easy fix. I will most certainly be back. Their brunch looks good so I'll probably try that next. There's nothing else that really can be said that other yelpers have not said already. Great place, highly recommend it if your in the northern liberties area and enjoy a mature crowd good food and drinks.",real
17057,"The wait for my pancakes and my husband's French toast was two hours.  Was it worth it? Yeah, we had other things to do while we waited and they sent us a text when our table was ready.  The sugar cured bacon was delicious. My pancakes were literally like little cakes and the blueberry topping was not too sweet but just right.  I'm from Hampton Roads, Virginia and we have a lot of breakfast places like this (NOT Cracker Barrel!) that have the same quality of food for half the price but as a visitor to NYC it felt like home.",real
48115,"I would have never thought the Race street cafe was a serious bar or restaurant. I passed by it dozens of time without even realizing so. With its proximity to the major tourist district, it could stay probably in business with mediocrity made unimportant by prime location. Race Street is an easy place to get to if you're on a bicycle, kind of inconvenient otherwise. The guys working there were nice enough to make change for the meter. A quarter only gets you 7.5 minutes now, so there's a real need to stock up. There is an impressive tap menu with 15 taps, one being a hand pump. There was a great mix of all kinds of different beers, and I love a place that strives to have a few brews that aren't found elsewhere in the city. I had a Summit Pale Ale, which I've never even heard of before, and it complemented my food well. For atmosphere, the bar is really nice. There are three tables outside, and I think it's really nice to eat outside when the weather is great. They even have a dish for water for dogs when you're outside. There is a nice wooden bar, and although I was barely inside, it seemed like a great spot. I went with Jonny and we arrived shortly after the opening time, so the waiters weren't too attentive. The menu had a good mix; this is a great brunch spot, and I image it's even better for dinner. I ordered a frittata, which came with their ""brunch salad."" My meal was excellent. Jonny had some kind of Mexican themed breakfast, which also looked good. I was really impressed with the food. Bottom Line: This is easily one of the best bars in the Olde City area. Still, it's not remarkable. I'd like to give it a shot again, and see how it is on a weekend night. With a great menu, and an ample supply of beer, Race Street could be a regular spot for almost anyone.",real
42249,"Great food and idea, not so great on execution and management I love that a place like this exists, and the food is pretty great, if not cheap. The staff are rude and the place is super disorganized during the lunch rush -- lines everywhere and no one knows where to go. Additionally, no one is a managing the seating so you have people camped out for ages with laptops taking up tables. If they tightened up a few things and made some improvements to the staff it could be a five star place.",real
38782,Great wings all the time and friendly staff..,real
22897,Went to this place a back. The sangria flavors are all awesome. The decor  is nice and suited to the restaurant  theme. The food was amazing  and you can not really go wrong. The best part is that they are  byob. There is also a liquor store near by that offers discounts if you are dining at Cuban Pete's. Overall this a great spot. There may be a wait for seating depending on the night but its well worth it.,real
45167,I went for brunch and loved it. Excellent variety of Bloody Mary's. I recommend the bacon one. Huervos rancheros was excellent. Biscuit and grits were also tasty! Beware there could be an hr wait if you don't have a reservation.,real
14780,Last night was my second time in North Third and it was AMAZING. The food there is so delicious and tasty. Its like a flavor explosion in my mouth. I want more!!!!!! The service is great---thanks to the bartender for being on top of his game. Ill be back soon! Dont forget to try the chocolate chip bread pudding for dessert.....*its mouth watering* ps i love the decor,real
37542,"I'm more in love with the vibe of this place than I am with the food. I might have to give the food another go because my meal was kind of eh (chicken rollatini) but my boyfriend's meal was really good (chicken scarperiello). I'm not even sure why I ordered off the specials menu on my first time there (I never do that) but I think the rich, herby garlic bread threw me off (I couldn't stop eating it). Also, the salad that comes with the entree was kind of blah and oily. Very loud but very charming. I felt like I was in a giant Italian movie scene. I barely had room left for the generous slice of tiramisu, but it was totally awesome.",real
27034,the retro burger is yum. the booze is good and you get buy backs.,real
19283,"My wife wanted to go, and I had not been to the Khyber since back in the day, for punk shows.   Music was blasting in the bar area, a short gruff grunt greeting by an server, we waited a bit to be seated.   The services was....  rushed, non-attentive, very poor. I got up and went to the bar to get a beer,  since the waitress never stopped by our table, after taking our order.   She did smile when she gave us the check.      Really disappointed and will not go back.",fake
19160,"I understand the hype. Its pricey in this area, especially for Indian food. I had their masala dosa it was okay. I figured now I am more of a samosa person. The dosa was tasty and soup that came with it was even better. I was not full though. The food here is for light eaters, sorry my days are long I need a power lunch, dosa guy. But I enjoyed your food nonetheless.",real
10630,"Their food is delicious and fresh. Best of all, their naan is NEVER burnt. It's always soft and fluffy and melts in your mouth. Everything I tried from here is pretty good. Absolutely delicious.",real
41428,"Good neighborhood bar, but annoying staff. While the bar itself is OK, would not recommend this place because one of their bouncers is racist -- while racism/pretentiousness is never a desired quality, completely unexpected from a bar in this neighborhood ...",fake
30699,"Well prepared food, but during the day the menu is too narrow with not enough variety and the service is utterly clueless.",real
32413,We've been to Pauline's half a dozen times during various visits to Burlington and every time we've have a great meal and a great dining experience. Highly recommended!,real
539,"Ate: Gambas, Cod wrapped with potato, pork loin, chorizo Drank: Sangria Liked: Gambas were good.  Cute space and very authentic. Disliked: Music was too loud and we were trying to talk.  Not their fault, but wasn't our speed. Sangria was weak. Chicken: None!  Chicken haters would love this place! Would mom like it?:  Mom would go up and try to dance with them to all of our embarrassment. Would I go back: Yes, on a night without the live music. Recommend: Gambas Al Ajillo.  That's like the calamri of Tapas places.  And I love it.",real
26377,"While the wait is forever, it is worth it! This is a loud, busy restaurant that is a great way to start off the day! The coffee is hot, unlimited and the food is HUGE! Come with an appetite or share your plate! This is THE breakfast of champions and the prices are great! This is Philly's version of a Mel's diner, casual, small and boisterous.",real
18710,"Although the pizza here is great the employees don't really practice proper hand-washing. While  waiting for my pizza I noticed a delivery man come in from deliveries take off the delivery bag from his shirt,(appeared to be drench in sweat as it was hot) place money into the register, and then proceed to touch and arrange pizza pies throughout the corner touching everything. While it it might seem simple hand-washing should be enforced in every food establishment.",real
39384,I went with a group of 4 for brunch and we all loved our food. The service was really good as well. The restaurant was cute and clean. No complaints.,real
43215,"It was 11 PM on a Friday evening - it was like a couple fest! (No kids, Jason P! Gotta go on a date night, hon.). We three were seated very quickly and we knew what we wanted: chocolate. We walked in to a very dimmed, warm setting that reminded me of Charlie and Chocolate Factory (note: pipes filled with chocolate running above our heads). This place is perfect for choco desserts, and I zoned in on the Euphoria ice cream sundae, a blissful mound of ice cream with two small bowls of melted peanut butter and chocolate for drizzling as you see fit. That's all I had, as it was rather pricey. But I'll definitely be back next time :)",real
20369,Cozy Italian restaurant with terrific food and a great wine list.  Not too pricey.  Good vibe in the restaurant as a result of low lighting and eclectic decorating.,real
46533,"Service, parking and location was great. Pizza and salad had great taste. It came out quick and was timed perfectly as we had to get on the road. Dough was okay - hard to eat with toppings falling off pizza",real
20218,"I was here last weekend at this quaint and charming Italian wine bar.  The wine menu goes far beyond Italian, but the food menu is generally Italian.  Our server was both friendly and efficient.  The lighting is a bit on the dark side which may or may not be good.  I personally like it and it makes for a romantic setting.  We ordered a small pizza, bruschetta and pasta and all in all most of it was very good if not a bit generic.  Not excellent but definitely better than Olive Garden.  I'll be going back again.",fake
22387,"I live right around the corner from HSD and it is delightful. Sure, it's not a fancy, eat-in establishment but the unapologetic grunge factor is totally part of the appeal.Their breakfast sandwiches are spot-on. I usually go for an egg, cheese and sriracha on an english muffin, but the sausage and bacon varieties are equally satisfying. The sandwiches are just the breakfast grease-bomb that you've been craving, while also boasting ingredients that are fresh and high quality.  While the service can occasionally be a bit brusk at peak hours, 95% of the time the employees there are great and very helpful. They will even give your dog a little piece of bacon if Fido is well behaved in the store. (Rumor has it that all of the neighborhood dogs who go missing can be found at HSD for this very reason.) While their wine selection is pretty terrible (and let's be honest, who buys wine here?) their beer selection more than makes up for this. Even if they don't have an item for sale on the shelves, they will often sell you a random onion or tomato or loaf of their sandwich bread if you're in a culinary bind. Fair warning, if you go into HSD, you will smell like bacon for the rest of the day.",real
36126,Worst ever experience in an indian restaurent.food was unhygienic.....forget about the taste...service was too lame...and they forced us to pay 15% TIPS,fake
29722,"The food from the buffet -- unless it comes right out -- tends to be a bit overcooked. Its mediocre at best.  Nice staff and nice chef. What you may not know is that they will make some dishes FRESH for you.  Things like Beef with Broccoli. That actually tends to be pretty good on a cooked-to-order basis.  So, my three stars are for the fresh dishes. Otherwise, you get what you'd expect out of a food-court Chinese food place.",real
35255,"Can't say anything besides ""WOW"" about this place...My husband invited me for a dinner yesterday  and we were wondering where to go as we both love new places..There is a risk and never knows what can you get..But  we both work in Chelsea area decided to go somewhere not too far from the jobs. Don't know why we chose Salinas..May be the place was on our way and we didn't want to waste time for looking around, may be I loved the name cause I'm crazy about  Spain..:))   We were simply shocked..The outside entrance wasn't promising..all black and boring, what is typical for this area and neighborhood. But inside..Mamma Mia... gorgeous place, full of fresh flowers, intimate lights, reach interior design and very good music. And a huge fireplace in the back garden room...Service was excellent. My mojito was very good. My husband tried a tequila mix drink from their list of coctails -it was very good..Can't name all ingredients as a menu was really unknown for me. Our chose of fried octopus on potatoes  and delicious  artichoke/pine nuts mix appetizers was  very good. And then we got- Paella with chicken and mixed seafood..WOW...the plate was enough to share between 3 ppl!!! Just delicious...I wish to come for their desserts as it was no room for any single piece yesterday :))) I remember profiteroles with cream from a dessert menu...At the end we were greeted by the place Owner who was kind enough to spend several min with us, show a back garden room with fireplace, sign a business card and wish all the best...Very pleasant experience..I will definately come over again , for desserts and more.",real
22294,Nice place to catch a show. The happy hour is good. 4 for $1 wings and half price drafts. I miss the pool table but overall the staff is good and the crowd is chill. Good place to have a drink in fairmount.,real
34050,"Really up and down. The food was good, but seemed overpriced for what it was. I ordered a good carnitas burrito that wasn't overpriced at all. The server that we had was great, pretty hilarious in making light fun of some of the other customers. Their outdoor space is top notch. Their beer list is awful, to be fair they have an extensive cocktail/tequila list but I'm not big into drinking that with meals. If you're looking for a place to eat outside along east passyunk ave you can't beat cantina. But if you're looking for a great restaurant there are many better options in the neighborhood.",real
34891,"This is the 2nd time we ate at Calabrese. First time we had pizza bites and they were awesome and then grinders which were really skimpy..tasty but skimpy with little meat, cheese, etc.  So we gave it another try.  We had a buy one, get one meal coupon and decided to go back again.  It was horrible, terrible, I cannot even explain how bad.  A Friday night at 7:30 and we were the only people in the place. We ordered 2 dinners with soup.  The beef vegetable soup was awful, some kind of spice or something like chemical taste.  We were afraid of getting sick, so we did not eat it.  Waiter came over and asked if we were all set and wanted dessert and we had not even received our dinners yet..what???  No one pays attention at this place. One ordered veal parm and got chicken parm, the sauce on the pasta was watery with big chunks of tomatoes that did not look too fresh.  I ordered chicken marsala which was tart and lemony and not any kind of marsala I ever tasted before and I asked for it over pasta and the pasta came on the side with that same horrible tasting red/watery sauce. Waiter said it would take 10 minutes to remake, I said forget it. And they overload every single dish with parsley flakes...soup, pasta, meals, everything with parsley to hide the looks and taste of the dish.  I would never recommend this place..not worth the money and takes way too long to get your meal (and we were the only ones in the place).  The waiter said try the pizza since they don't usually mess that up....what's up with that?  Thank god we had one meal for free because of the coupon or we would have put up a big stink to pay for food that was not edible..",real
34083,Awesome margaritas and fish tacos!! the rest of the mexican...I have had better ambiance is great - fun place,real
11429,Overall very good food in a laid back environment.  The menu is pretty expansive so you'll be able to find something even if you don't know what you are in the mood for.    Service was good.  I would definitely return.,real
9650,"Great atmosphere, great coffee, great service, pathetic portions, ridiculous prices.   $62 for two cups of coffee a scrawny salad and a kids portion of Wiener Schnitzel with a spoonful of potato salad.   Ridiculous.   No, I would not do this again.   In Austria this meal would have been about the cheapest food on the menu.",real
47056,"Overall good ambience, poor service only because they are short handed, decent food. Ambience: Really cool open door vibe in Hells Kitchen with a bar in front and classier seating in back.  Well kept overall. Food: (I'm vegetarian) I ordered the tofu and mixed mushroom vermicelli bowl.  Pretty presentation with the sauce in a small sauce bowl sitting on top of the noodles. I warn those that order this to not immediately pour it all on. It's more salty than I like.  The noodles were well-cooked.  The tofu skin was nice but the mushrooms seemed like they came out of a can.  Granted, this happens a lot to vegetarian dishes and the way it was prepared made it not totally bad but I would have easily preferred fresh button mushrooms.  As you eat this dish, the saltier it gets since it's sitting in all the soy-based sauce. This made the last third difficult to eat.  Overall not bad - 3 star.  I also had a Vietnamese iced coffee which was strong (but what I needed).  There seems to be a mix of Vietnamese (like pho) and Thai (Thai iced coffee, noodle dishes, curries), which is curious since there are incredible Thai restaurants close by (Wondee Siam and Pure). Service: everyone was very pleasant to me but they are short 3 or maybe 4 waitstaff. Every phase of service was slow.  Getting a seat, Ordering, drinks, food, check.  Sitting at the bar, I saw more than 10 people leave simply because they weren't being seated.  I saw two parties sit down at the bar to a dirty area that wasn't cleaned in a timely manner.  The service staff works hard but probably get a bad reputation more because of a managerial decision to have so few people working. This is one of the few times that id not recommend a place for service but this might be one",real
4704,"My friend and I were looking for a brunch place near Brooklyn Museum with good prices. We found Tom's and probably enjoyed the trip there more than our trip to the museum. Yes, there was a line and an unusual bit of a wait at eleven a.m. We figured that there must be delicious foods inside. This was very true! I ordered the two eggs and two pancakes and so did my friend. The pancakes were to die for! Tom's even offered flavored butters, however the pancakes are so good you don't even need them. The eggs were cooked just right and the bacon was good too. I can't wait to go back!",real
19925,"I've never had a philly cheese steak before so not sure I'm the best judge, but I have to say their famous cheese steak with cheese whiz and grilled onions was outstandingly delish! Our guide told us this was the best place for cheese steak sandwiches and she was correct. Can't go wrong here. All other stuff looked good too. We were planning on a big dinner later so we shared a sandwich.",real
25169,"This place just opened, we went in by chance---and the foods were so delicious! Very reasonably priced, nice staffs, great tacos. Eat-in and take out available. Highly recommended.",real
4338,"I HAD to check this place out because everyone has been raving about it, so I decided it would be the first place I grabbed breakfast out since moving to Brooklyn. I thought it was going to be a mind-blowing experience since everyone seems to love it so much. I had to say though, I wasn't SUPER impressed, though the food was good and the portions were huge. I got a whipped ice coffee which I truly disliked all around. I get that it could go with the whole diner thing of soda water, etc, but it seriously tasted like water and a tiny bit of coffee syrup with a mound of whipped cream on top. Meh, not my favorite at all. I also got the apple cinnamon pancakes with a side of sausage (for $3 extra). The pancakes were really good, and the portion was HUGE. I had it with the cinnamon butter (I really disliked the pumpkin kind, but the strawberry was really good). I went with my boyfriend who got a hot coffee and the 2x2 deal, and our total was $27, which to me, is a little pricey for breakfast, even in New York. However everyone was nice here and it was a really good atmosphere. Maybe I just didn't order the right thing. However I'll definitely be back to try other stuff on the menu.",real
409,"My boyfriend and I have been coming to Nai for years and when my brother came to town with his fiancé, it was a no brainer that this is where we would be taking them. We went on Thursday so we saw the amazing Flamenco dancers and, as usual, the food was perfect. We ordered multiple pitchers of Sangria (red, champagne, and blueberry champagne) and each was more tastey than the other. Some of the best Sangria we've had. Our favorite dish is usually the fried goat cheese on toast, patatas aioli, and mussels. Can't wait to go back soon. Hands down our favorite place in the city.",real
37036,I love the specials but you have to get there early.  They run out quickly. The turkey bacon is a bit weird.,real
38019,"Great atmosphere and food! I always get seafood tofu soup, it comes with rice as many other Korean restaurants. I also love their pancakes, it's a bit pricy but worthy. Everytime I want Korean food, I always go bcd heheh^^",fake
9568,"I had a chocolate cake and a coffee. The cake was one of best chocolate cakes I have ever had. Smooth, chocolatey,... Unfortunately one has to wait to be seated, but it is worth the wait. Just great!",fake
7182,"I like Continental because it is consistently decent.  The food is good (I like the calamari salad), and the portions are bigger than the typical tapas/small plates restaurant.  In terms of service, my only grip is that sometimes the servers are a little snooty.  But every time I get seated, the service is satisfactory.   The bartenders upstairs are generally pretty easy to chat with.  The rooftop lounge (3rd f) is a nice outdoor place to hang out when the weather is warm.  The Continental isn't my favorite place, but it is a reliable place for moderately upscale American food.",real
44928,"Came here on a date with my wife. We have a 1 year old son so don't get out much and decided to splurge. The place is expensive, but not top end. I had a perfect meal but my wife did not unfortunately. I had a very unusual but tasty appetizer.....fried asparagus and other veggies. My wife had a selection of bruschetta.  One of them was quite badly burnt which is quite sloppy. Then I had the baby chicken which was lovely and my wife had the tuna. Unfortunately the tuna was a little too heavily seasoned (too much pepper). We shared a very nice desert and drank some great and reasonably priced wine. The place is modern with a nice laid back vibe.",real
35065,"My date and I had arrived here on a rainy Friday evening.  The hostesses were amiable (I had my reservations as I've read in other reviews that the Friday night gal was a bit standoffish).  We waited about 15 mins. or so past our reservation time to be seated but enjoyed a cocktail by the bar.  The bartender was attentive and friendly even though the tiny bar area was full.  The cocktail menu wasn't extensive yet it was thoughtful and the drinks were delicious.  The wine list was also well composed with a decent selection of wines by the glass.  The food was cooked well, although my grilled octopus was slightly overcooked towards the tip of the tentacle.  Great date spot and guaranteed to impress.",real
23565,"I have a rule on Yelp that I can't criticize a place for having a long wait if it's busy, all the tables are filled, and the waiters are working hard and quickly. If you're standing around waiting because service is slow and there are empty tables, that's a different story, but that was not the case here.   Cuban Pete's was INSANELY busy, but the waiters were working frantically to get people their food and weaving in and out of all the people waiting to sit with arms full of plates. I don't know how they didn't drop anything!  My fiance and I went here on a Friday night at 8:30 and there was a 40 minute wait. The inside was super crowded and I probably would have gotten a little frustrated with being bumped over and over, but we were lucky enough to get a parking spot right in front and waited in the car for the first 25 minutes of our wait.  I couldn't believe how many people walked in AFTER 9:00 to eat dinner. This place must ALWAYS be busy. If go in expecting that and knowing that you'll probably wait a while for a table, then you'll be fine! Once we were seated, the first thing we noticed was how loud it was, but it's a fun atmosphere and you should be able to tell even from the sign that this place is not meant to be laid back! The waiters were banging on drums, people were laughing loudly and there was even the occasional scream, but you can't criticize a place because it's patrons are having fun for sure! We were taken aback at first, but we quickly got used to it and had fun ourselves. We loved the atmosphere and felt like we were on vacation. I especially loved the coconuts on the ground when we walked in! I thought we would be able to order some tapas to  hold us over while we looked over the menu so we picked a few of those and planned to order our meal later. That doesn't happen here. This is the only reason I took a star off! You have to order your whole meal at once. Drinks, tapas, entrees. It made me feel rushed. I understand why they have to do that because it's so busy and there's so many people waiting, but after I had just waited patiently to be seated, I wanted to take the time to look over the menu. Our tapas came out so quickly I thought for sure they would have us the door in 10 minutes! We got ceviche and mini cuban sandwiches. Definitely recommend them both! Once our meals came, I forgot all about being worried about being shoved out the door. First of all, we get paella wherever we can and have eaten at places that are supposed to have the ""best paella"". This was BY FAR the best paella I've ever eaten (even though there was no lobster!). Hands down. We ate every morsel. We also ordered the skirt steak with mango marinade (forget the real name of it!) and that was also amazing. Even the most simple thing on the plate, the rice, was so delicious!! We read on here to bring your own wine, which we did and mixed it into the punch. Before you go here, just know that you WILL wait, but it will be worth it. Bring your own wine and make sure you get the paella!",real
2065,"I've lived in Philly long enough to know that Geno's is a low quality, overly greasy cheesesteak.  Unless you're starving and walking by it, don't bother.  There are a ton better places for a cheesesteak in the city.",real
9749,"Enjoyed the decor  - dark paneled wood,crystal chandelier,classical music playing in the background.I felt like a monied doyenne from Fifth Avenue being served by attentive waiters..Yes there is alot of schlag on the menu but how can you not like that? Great sausage, crab salad and of course the desserts and coffee.",real
38347,"I love K-town for having 24/7 dining options. It really makes drinking past midnight worth it for me. And on a icy, cold night when even alcohol can't keep you warm, hot soup to the rescue! Nothing like a bubbling, scalding hot bowl of tofu soup to bring feeling back to your numb body. It's not the best of bestest in the world, but it's certainly good enough if you don't have access to mom's homemade. They serve you tons of banchan plus a tasty little fried fish per individual as well. The service is lightning fast. They are all about turnover volume so they get your food out quickly, hoping you will dine and dash. And yes, expect a stink eye from your server if you're lingering for too long and moving slowly.",real
679,"i was excited about nai and while they delivered on being a tapas bar, nothing really stood out as extraordinary. octopus salad was good - octopus was cooked more well done than i'd like but not rubbery. tomato, ham, and manchego bread met expectations little meatballs were perfect appetizer size, mediocre on taste patatas bravas were odd.  rather than the usual pepper sauce, the sauce tasted more like siracha.",real
1912,"Came on a sunny Saturday afternoon at 2PM, and the line was still piling on to the street, and so we chose Geno's over Pat's precisely for this reason (long lines = more popular, no?). Plus, they are efficient and the cheese steak line moves fast. This was my first Philly cheese steak experience since moving to Philadelphia, and I knew I would have to try the cheese steak with the cheese whiz. To sound like a local, you would order a ""wiz wit"", essentially, a cheese whiz cheese steak with grilled onions. The cheese steak itself was so-so. Tasty (mostly because of the whiz) during consumption, it leaves you with a full stomach and potentially clogged arteries after. Myopic behavior. The steak itself was too tough and much too greasy. My favorite part would probably have to be the bread - just the right amount of chew for a sandwich like this. We also ordered fries with cheese whiz on the side. Drinks and fries are a separate line, which took much longer than the actual cheese steak line. The cheese whiz quickly became congealed, and served as a constant reminder of what was happening with the cheese whiz that we'd just consumed in our bodies at that very moment. All-in-all, this is an experience not to be missed. I'll be back again soon to try out Pat's.",real
31569,"Food was decent, but service was just okay. I'd go again, if only for the pretzels. Nice beer selection.",real
6660,Steven Starr can do no wrong in my eyes. I love taking guest from out of town to this place. It is hip with a fun atmosphere and unlike any other place in the area. It is great for both drinks and dinner. The rooftop bar is where it is at.  They have a great drink menu and view of the city. Dinner is also quit amazing. It is tapas style  food from around the world. One of my favorite is the lobster Mac and cheese. Instead of noodles they make it with pilafs. It has a crunch on the top and a fair amount of lobster. Don't forget to leave room for the dessert! The blonde is to die for!,real
44442,"I absolutely love this place. First discovered it 2 years ago. We got stranded in Willamsburg when a huge snow storm took place. We took shelter at the Counting Room and kept coming back since. I wouldnt recommend for big groups - 6 max. Server, bartenders, and even the cook are really awesome. The drink menus changed a bit. I usually go for anything that has mezcal or tequila. Red October and Salt&Ash are good but really strong. Tried my friend's RareSqueeze which was also good and sweeter than my drinks. You have got to get these: Olive Bowl, Warm Bag of Croutons (eat them while they're hot bc then they get really hard - we ate them regardless), Italian sausage pressed sandwhich, and a Cheese and Chacutrie platter with manchego, chorizo, and cooked prosciutto.",real
19580,"The Khyber is giving Farmicia and Race Street solid competition for best burger in the neighborhood. Their rotating tap list is excellent. My only complaint is that the beers turn over so quickly, I can't get my new favorite two visits in a row (and that's not much of a complaint)! Brunch goes until 4pm on weekends, later than most of the rest of the places in Old City, which is great. Dinner can get a little loud.",real
46490,"They just opened up a retail window at their new Bakery in Bed-Stuy and I couldn't be happier.  Their sourdough is easily the best in New York (which is oddly a really hard place to find sourdough).  It blows the doors off of Amy's Bread!  The things I would do to get my hands on their mother (that's bread humor). When I stopped by recently, they were just finishing up a batch of bourbon vanilla sticky buns and my god,  they were absolutely amazing. Keep up the good work and I wish you luck with the new bakery!",real
34711,"I was so excited to try this place. We got there on a Friday morning, so it was super busy yet we did have to wait a little while before they seated us at an already empty table. Of course we ordered breakfast, I got the belgian waffles with strawberries, bananas and vanilla cream. My boyfriend decided to go with the pumpkin cheesecake french toast. Food was plentiful, but a little too sweet for me. I could only finish 2/3 of my plate. Good thing I didn't order the creme brulee french toast. I think that would've been too much.",real
20163,"Don't go here at dinnertime if you want to have a conversation, its very crowded and extremely noisy. The food doesn't matter if you can't enjoy the company you are with.",fake
35577,"Overrated and over priced for a dry ass burger!  Go to Parc it's only next door and you won't feel like your in a one night stand night club unless that's what you're into, over dressed middle age ppl looking to hook up. There's better food with better price next door like Parc. And no I don't work there and no parc did not pay me to write this. Rouge is a waste of time and cow and there's only one unisex bathroom here the employed hang out at but the service was good",real
48246,"Best vegetarian banh mi in the city hands down. Unreal soy marinated mushrooms with tofu, the classic pickled veggies, cilantro and a light peanut sauce all on a perfectly toasted baguette. Certainly not the fastest prepared, but if taste is the name and vegetarian is the game then this is your spot. Really nice owners to boot.",real
47937,"Cool, dark, little neighborhood spot...exposed brick...creative menu...tasty food...some solid beer choices...good bread pudding. Bartenders were cool and helpful...lots of small groups hanging out and having fun.  Our waitress quit/got fired/vanished into thin air halfway through our dinner and the bartenders recovered quickly. Good spot",fake
29283,"A complete dining experience, from the romantic setting, to the relaxed yet precise service, to the eclectic mix of tourists and locals enjoying food prepared with passion and care from fresh, regionally sourced ingredients, Weathersfield is worthy as a destination in itself and we will be back.  Both quality of the food and service were excellent; dishes were appropriately adjusted for us to meet dietary requirements, and when we raved about the pickled red onion relish, more magically appeared!  A very talented classical guitarist provided relaxing music that filtered through to the dining room from the more bustling tavern; our server told us he was trading his concert in exchange for a free meal- awesome, classic Vermont.  Put simply, you can expect a perfect evening and will leave feeling right with the world...",real
37113,"Ordered a chicken club panini. The menu said 'breaded chicken cutlet, crispy bacon, brie cheese, tomato and ranch dressing'. Sounds promising right? Ehhh... The chicken was neither breaded nor crispy. It looked and tasted like a chunk of mystery meat and they forgot my bacon :( The one good thing is that the sandwich guy had no problem substituting brie cheese with American. I'll try this place again and hope that my next trip will be better.",real
4595,Oh Tom's! You were one of the highlights of NY! :) Your breakfast hit the spot in many ways! The decor was interesting but totally cute in many ways! Your service was spectacular and the wait was no wait at all! You make breakfast time super cozy and enjoyable! I took a trip to NY with a couple of girls and one of our stops was Brooklyn. We had a day to wonder around and enjoy the town. It was great! But boy we were hungry! We yelped places to eat at and this was one that looked pretty tasty! We were RIGHT! Tom's! Your breakfast was soo tasty! Eggs Benedict with fluffy potatoes! A side of cornbeef hash to wash it down! It was worth the crazy walk through the cold! Great service! Friendly to all our request! I remember the bathroom was a bit small! But hey! Still.. you were good! :),real
40310,"Fresh, delicious food. They don't use an overwhelming amount of cheese. Their drinks are refreshingand not too sweet. The chips and salsa appetizer  is delicious. Good spot! One of my favorite restaurants....food never disappoints. The only thing is that the restaurant is very tiny and uh....intimate. You will feel as if the patrons on either side of you are a part of your group. But, hey...this is New York.",real
21905,Great place for a bottle of wine with friends. Had a great bottle of red for $25. Adorable decor and not to mention place mats ...! Great service!,real
46092,"Good food...  GREAT service. From what I understand, the menu is seasonal... so our group of 4 all tried different things... Appetizers: Soft Shell Crab - yum! Rock Shrimp - YUM! Smoked Black Cod (Special) - yum!, but small serving Oysters - (not a fan of oysters, so didn't try) Entrees: Rabbit - huge portion Sea Bass - good flavor Steak - very tender Scallops - more than a few!  (which is rare!) Dessert: Chocolate Cake - To die for Sundae Rhubarb Pie Panna Cotta Overall.. a good pick!",real
46668,"I fully regret not visiting In Riva sooner having lived in East Falls for a full year now.  I had a quick dinner on a saturday evening, and unfortunately despite it being a gorgeous night, I didnt get a chance to eat outside.  The decor is beautiful, bicycle themed, brick and wood, and dimly lit.  We started off with a carafe of an italian themed margarita that was really refreshing.  We shared the mushroom and zucchini pizza.  Un-freaking-believable.  Loads of delicious mushrooms, roasted zuchini, onions and corn, and the delicious background flavor truffle oil provided.  So, SO good. I'm looking forward to more quick pizza nights here, and at some point, trying some of the other italian offerings. Update 7/'14: Have been coming to In Riva more frequently in the past few months, sampling a fair portin of their rotating menu. I've bumped them up to five stars. Their unique small plates seem dreamt up by men on some inspiring drugs. I have had a lot of quality food in Philly, In Riva, without question, is one of the best restaurants in the city.",real
43295,"I went here for brunch with my family a couple weeks ago.  I have to say that it was pretty good!  I had heard mixed reviews about this place, but still wanted to check it out.   When you first walk in it smells like yummy fantastic chocolate....not a bad way to start a meal!  All of our eggs that we ordered were served with a side of melted chocolate, which was great!!! The prices were pretty decent for brunch in center city and the staff was very friendly.  I would totally go back again.",real
8783,"In a very secluded spot that's always packed with people in the know, Palermo's III is basically one of the hidden gems of Ewing, NJ. The dishes are all very authentic, delicious, and appropriately priced. BYOB if you wish. You may have heard: the real star of the show is indeed the tomato pie, and it is absolutely an exemplar of the style. Get there before 5 or you will be waiting to sit down. Service is always courteous if not quick. Quality is always great.",real
14237,"Hands down Philly's best Vietnamese restaurant with decor.  This place reminds me of Saigon Grill in NYC and the prices are very reasonable.  Service is prompt and not so friendly at times. They can be a little nicer to folks with kids and more accommodating overall.  This place is not good for large groups and it can get packed so plan on waiting in their large waiting area (in comparison to the size of the restaurant). As for the food.... WOW! The mixed appetizer platter are fantastic and the meatball roll is right on the money.  Grilled pork chops, Bun w/ grilled meat, and Pho are all right on the money.  The pork chops will melt in your mouth with a crisp slightly charred exterior and the nuc Chom? sauce smothered all over hits all the Vietnamese taste buds of sweet, sour, spicy, savory, and all delicious.   I always manage to get parking right in front of the restaurant which makes me love it that much more.",real
4647,"Get the 2-2-2: 2 eggs, 2 pancakes, 2 bacon.  BANGING!  Delicious!  But with Tom's, either you get it or you don't.  If you don't, that's your fault and nobody else's",real
45266,"Good food, but very small menu. It is also very crowded, so calling ahead is preferred. It can also be a bit loud as a result.",real
44340,"We found this place literally by the smell coming out of the door. Its a really small restaurant with a quaint ambiance. The staff was generous and very attentive. I had the pasta an mussels, which was probably my favorite meal of my trip. I thought it was a nice little place in little Italy.",real
8488,"Today myself and 2 of my friends went to Matt & Marie's for lunch.  The 3 sandwiches we ordered to share around was the Pastrami,  Capri, and Italian Stallion.  I cant say i favored one over the other because they were all equally excellent.  If you ordered any of these 3 you would be extremely happy.  A mere one bite into each sandwich allows you to taste the highest quality of ingredients along with a super fresh taste.  Its nice when a sandwich reflects all the love and care put it into it!",fake
49661,"Great cocktails and wine selection. Food was good, but not spectacular. Reasonably priced. Good for a casual lunch or dinner, but nothing memorable.",real
6803,"This place is extremely popular whether during lunch hours or happy hour but usually you can find seating for two people. I love the food, especially the lobster mac n cheese (you have to order it even if you are not a mac n cheese fan like me you wont be disappointed) as well as the shoestring fries. For lunch they have a nice variety of sandwiches and healthy salads to pick from, if you are into healthy eating. I recently just tried quinoa salad with feta cheese, really yummy! The decor in this place is really nice, i am a big fan of the massive chandelier they have dangling from the second floor. The swinging chairs are very cute but a bit overrated, if you get motion sickness, stay away from them!",real
5879,"Horrendous service. Absolutely horrendous. The food has also gone downhill. I used to rave about this place. After three occasions in a row with terrible service and mediocre food, I will not return.",real
46270,I got take out because I was always curious about this place. The inside was cute and cozy and the customer service was good while I waited. The food was average. I had the chicken kebab dinner and the chicken was very dry and lacked flavor. The sides were not too bad. I am more of a beef eater and I do not eat lamb so I am not sure if I would be inclined to try anything else.,real
6348,"Excellent service and quality food for a reasonable price. I really liked the decor here and I liked how laid back the atmosphere was. We ordered the El paso omlette, brisket tacos, roasted corn and the chili. The omlette was OK, wasn't a fan of the beans in it and the goat cheese was a bit overpowering, the side of brisket hash was delicious though. The brisket tacos were really good with nice and juicy brisket. my favorite part of the meal was the chili and roasted corn though. The corn was so good with the green onions and queso. The chili was not the typical chili with beans that I expected, lots of chunks of brisket in there and the soup was seasoned really well. I was stuffed by the end of the meal and it only came out to be $32. I would definitely come back again and try their ribs and fatty brisket and their other sides.",real
44409,"Stumbled upon this place on NYE around 1:30am because we heard music from the outside and it sounded like a dance party. We were pleasantly surprised that there was no cover, and dancing downstairs. There are bars on both levels and a nice amount of seating. The male bartender downstairs seemed annoyed, maybe because he was working on New Year's, I'm not sure. They had only bottled beer (downstairs at least) and when we asked what kind of beer they had the bartender passed on a menu without exchanging eye contact. The menu included food, but when we asked he said they weren't serving anymore. When my friend asked for a beer on the menu and the bartender didn't know what it was, he seemed kind of pissed off. Service aside, it was a nice little dance floor, playing typical top 40, generic type stuff that will appeal to a mass audience (Beyonce, Jackson 5, etc.) I had a really good time here, and would come back if it's free dancing!",real
10603,"With the recent influx of Indian restaurants to Flatbush, I figured why not take advantage of the expanding options? I usually order food from King of Tandoor, which is usually good. I found out about Gandhi Fine Indian Cuisine when I used Seamless to order delivery plus the reviews were good. The food came super fast, like 20 minutes and it was hot. Hubby and I ordered the platter special that includes a main dish, a side, and some naan. We only ordered 1 dish since any other time we ordered from Indian restaurants, the portions have been large enough for 2 people to share. I was a little disappointed when the food arrived and we received a  little Chinese cup of rice but surprisingly, this, the lamb curry, 2 samosas and naan was enough to fill both of us. The food was delicious too. I would definitely recommend this place for delivery. Haven't been inside yet, but I'm sure the service is good too.",real
29342,Absolutely loved it. Went for an anniversary dinner. Made a mention of this on the phone when originally booking two weeks prior and they remembered to add a special message to our dessert plate without any additional prompting. Drinks were delicious and hand crafted. Good was great. We're not oyster people but per reviews we tried them. Best most delicious oysters I've ever had. The washu beef sliders were deliciously juicy and plumb. Branzino was perfectly seasoned and cooked amazingly. The short rib sashimi was delicious but small and unfilling. The double smoked bacon was great but too decadent for two people. Would've been better for four sharing. The pickled cauliflower was also delicious. Can't wait to go back. My wife added her name to their system when we paid the check. The exclusivity is nice.,real
18403,"The perfect brunch !! Great variety, excellent quality - we had the biscuit sandwich, huevo rancheros and pancakes. Their peppermint cocoa warmer was simply divine, and led us on an amusing drunken gallivant around SOHO for the rest of the day. No complaints ! Granted the place is tiny, and the service did make up for it, but have to knock off one star for the insane wait time and for not accepting credit cards.",real
23289,"Since I have known my bf, he has told me that we were going to come here, but for some reason we have never made our way here (even though he only lives about 15 minutes away). We just always drove by and it seemed to be packed every time! Finally, on a random Monday afternoon we came in here for lunch. Of course, it was empty because it was only 4pm. SERVICE- Gracious, hospitable, and fast! DECOR- Authentic and inviting! FOOD- Extremely flavorful! DRINKS- Tasty! (no free refills on the lemonade or iced tea though =/ ) I can't wait to go back and try more food! Especially in the summer!",real
36776,"Put it this way. I'm not a yelper.  I downloaded the app just to leave this review. Nachos made with cheese whiz. I could expect this at a ball park, amusement park of maybe even an airport. Not a sit down destination restaurant. Nasty. Service mediocre.",fake
33218,"I've literally been coming to this restaurant since I was a baby, 22 years ago. When my family moved to the area they discovered it and we've been eating there ever since. I often cite it as my favorite restaurant, and I've chosen to go there for many birthdays and celebrations. The staff is friendly and despite the fact that the management has changed several times in the last two decades (I first knew it as ""El Bandido""), it still remains an awesome place to go. Occasionally they'll have musicians walking around. They have plenty of options... from seafood to vegetarian. Great guacamole. Great place overall.",real
47362,"Stone Hearth seems new, like it hasn't quite worked out the kinks. We sat right away in the lovely space, but waited a long time for the food. We were there for brunch, and our food was only so-so. Eggs overcooked, crouton-esque pieces of bread in lieu of toast. One person in our party asked for no hollandaise on her eggs benny but got it anyway. I had to ask three times for butter/jam on the crouton toast. To our surprise (I was with a group of four), the restaurant comped our entire meal in apology for the ""long wait!"" Which yes, was long, but not excessively so to warrant that. We just kind of shrugged in surprise and left a good tip. SH has potential but really needs to get organized.",real
15176,"On my final Summer Friday, I hit up a very late lunch at Northern Spy. It had been on my list for awhile, and is pretty much my go to style of restaurant. I had been craving the Duck Fat fries before even tasting them because, well, most things made in Duck Fat make your mouth go !!!@#^%!!! Add in my complete devotion to Lamb Burgers and I was pretty sure I was about to have a meal I'd come back to over and over again. But alas, the problems... - Duck Fat Fries: Not very ducky, and they are not fries. They are wedges. Wedges are inferior to fries on all levels. And there is less surface area to soak up the Duckness of it's Fat. Imagine the lonely look of disappointment and sadness that crosses a dog's face when it's owner leaves for the day. That is the face I made. - Lamb Burger: Great Meat, great cheese, great bread, cooked properly at Medium Rare, good flavor... and all undone by the fact that it's really dry and hard to eat. There really needs to be an aioli sauce or something. Overall, I will totally eat here again if it comes up. The space is adorable and comfy, the menu is great overall, but they need some tweaks on execution, especially on service which seems hit and miss. One good note, despite only having a beer and wine license, they do some great things using fortified wines (like sherry, vermouth, Lillet etc) to make some interesting, tasty drinks. 3.5 Stars",real
37356,"Wow, I almost hate to write this as I dont want it to get any harder to get a table but they truly treat you like family here and remember all the regulars.  Best to go with a group and do the dinner package which they serve unlimited wine, a bunch of appetizers, then pastas, then meats and then desserts.  You dont pick the items, the just bring it out to you and it is a good deal at around $60 per head.  This way you get to try a whole bunch of stuff family style!",fake
1919,"Of the two, I prefer Pat's to Geno's.  There are many reasons for this choice, but here are a few. 1) Meat seems tougher and not as warm as other places. 2) Ambiance is a bit too much to stomach with all that orange. 3) Staff isn't as friendly. I'm not a fan of price, but Pat's is the same so whatever. If you want to avoid touristy places, check out any number of places featured here.  One of my favorites is Gooey Louie's.",real
3898,"The food is tasty, fresh and very authentic. Growing up Puerto Rican, I have an affinity for this type of food and I can be pretty critical if not done right, but no worries here. The staff is friendly, service is quick and attentive the only drawback is that it's tight quarters, but I guess some would say its intimate. Try the fried chicken chunks. And I can still taste the garlic a day later when you have the tostones.",real
12472,PioPio has some unique options on the menu.  I always get excited to see the choices. But then I'm always disappointed by the food.  Its good- just not exceptional and def not as good as other NYC Peruvian spots (I prefer surfish in park slope). But its a beautiful bar.,real
10851,"I've only been here a couple of times, which is too bad considering I'm a ten minute walk away, but maybe now that it's getting warmer out I'll stop by more often.  Great little coffeeshop, good place to grab a cup of coffee and a bagel or sandwich.  The breakfast BLT is delicious, although its hard for eggs, bacon, and brioche not to be delicious.  Workers are always nice, good atmosphere inside.  Can be a little cramped, and when there's a line there really isn't anywhere to stand that isn't in someone's way, but there's outdoor seating which is good on a sunny day.  I would definitely try and come here more often if only it were open later that 5pm, but its a good spot for a casual weekend morning.",real
12353,"Great location, Matador combo is more than enough for 3 people, and delicious white sangria.  Reservation is a must especially if you are going after 6PM. If you are early you might be one of the lucky ones to get the more private seating and may tune down the loud noises from downstairs. Great customer service and the price is unbeatable. Only downside is the bathroom. There is only 1 stall so you might have to wait or use the Male's if and only if it is available. Enjoy.",real
2218,"Fun touristy spot, but I think Jim's on south street is better.",real
12263,The Chicken was juicy and fluent. it was little bit salty thou anyway service was pretty good and nice decoration on the floor and walls.,real
21793,Great concept and innovative flavors BUT hit or miss.   Prepare to share your table. Worth a try.,real
45677,Great service and ambiance.  Simple and  scrumptious.  Great company - Great Food. The perfect stop after a Highline tour,real
11244,"After a day of drinking and eating my heart out, we continued my birthday celebrations at 2:30 in the morning of the next day at this restaurant. I was shocked to find out that this place does fine-dining, but still casual, so late in the night. I heard that this place is usually packed late night but luckily when we went, we were the only ones sitting at the tables. Our waiter was very attentive but not pushy or bothersome; I think he deserves some kind of a reward for his hospitality! He was that amazing! I'm a critical person when it comes to eating and the dining experience. All I can say is that I had a fabulous time at Blue Ribbon and I am planning on coming here for future celebrations with family, relatives, and friends coming into town! Our meal was decadent, the food was rich and the drinks were strong! I don't remember everything that we ordered but for the food that we had, everything was amazing! - New Orleans Shrimp: this was grilled and the heads were filled with yummy gooeyness. - Pierogies: this was sent to us and I've never had them before. I ate the plate clean... - Steamed Clams: a clean and bright deliciousness. - Fried Chicken: THIS IS WHAT FRIED CHICKEN SHOULD BE LIKE! Why isn't the fried chicken at Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken like this? Ask for extra gravy so that you can drink it. - Banana Split: this was also sent to us, and for two people, it's a very large dessert! There's really not a bad thing you can say about this place!",real
24222,This is a good place. i went here with a friend. the food was excellent.,fake
6833,"Go to the rooftop in the summer right when the sun starts to set, grab a few cocktails, start feeling the buzz and then hit up the rest of the town. I say this because its just not the right place for dinner for some reason. I consider this more of a cocktail bar than a restaurant mainly because the food is expensive and I always left hungry. So i was like F that. I'll just come here for drinks and its worked out ever since. Now I also say don't stay here for the whole night (you can just be prepared for a hefty bill) mainly because the drinks are pretty expensive, but its definitely a fun spot to meet up grab a few drinks get the alcohol flowing and start the night.",real
47930,"Very disappointing experience. I got a nice coupon for $18 off an entree. I rarely eat out but decided to go there on Memorial Day evening. There were just 3 outdoor tables -  I didn't want to go inside on a nice day. When I stopped by in the afternoon, a busy waitress brusquely told me just to come on down, explaining that no reservations were taken or needed. I went down twice with my dog - at around 6:30 and 7:30. Both times all the tables were full. It was very disappointing as I'd looked forward to the experience and don't know  if I can use my coupon before it expires. With a negative experience and a disappointment, and with lots of other places to choose from, I doubt I'll go back.",fake
22106,"First things first: super tiny (25 seats), and definitely cramped. I like to call this ""nuts to butts"" -- but the food is very good, albeit a bit pricey based on size. All of this was expected. What we didn't expect was such a great level of service and the care taken by the staff to make the experience memorable. Aside from noting each aspect of every dish that was brought out (ingredients, flavors, and texture), we were joking with the server / head chef and the waitress throughout our meal. They were kind enough to keep the wine flowing and offer suggestions for pairings and their favorite bottles. For $25 a bottle, the value was good in our opinion. They could probably offer a second pricing tier for wine, maybe around $40/bottle for those looking to up the ante. We also really enjoyed the communal dining experience, as we got to chat with 4 other couples as the evening progressed -- all different types of people, and it made for an interesting meal. Food-wise, the dishes we had (in order of my preference): pork buns, foie gras, scallops, dumplings, skate. Each dish was very balanced with awesome complimentary flavors and textures that bounced around in our mouths and danced on our tongues like Oompa Loompas. I'd certainly recommend all of the dishes we ate to anyone who tries Graffiti.",real
46048,"Came here with the parents, great aunt and uncle.  After reading good reviews, we wanted it to blow us away.  Instead we got good food, but nothing world-altering.  The thing is, and this is something I do love, Cookshop's menu changes daily. So the one on the website may be far removed from what you get.   We started with drinks - the strawberry-rhubarb mint julep was tasty and went down like juice.  A sidecar was equally delicious.  My mom stuck with prosecco and the men ordered beers.  Appetizers were oysters (yum), a salad made from some weed that's high in omega-3, and a beet and goat cheese crostini. This was just okay. The beets tasted canned, but I always love some goat cheese. For mains, both my mom and great uncle got the stone-baked cod.  I thought this was really tasty. The sauce and rice had a very mediteranean flavor to them. Plus the peas in the rice were a wonderful addition. My dad ordered the crispy roasted chicken, This was delicious. Very simple, but the simple things are important! He was underwhelmed, but I always welcome a good crispy chicken. My great aunt ordered the rabbit. Served with rabbit sausage and zucchini, it was my favorite dish of the night. It was succulant and flavorful. I think I've developed a taste for rabbit! And I ordered the halibut.  It was very good, came with mushrooms and sugar snap peas in a light sauce.   Desserts were nice: a caramel blondie sundae and ricotta fritters with cherry compote and olive oil ice cream.  I thought 2 desserts for 5 people was a little low, my family can be so lame sometimes! Admittedly, while I thought my meal was delicious, it was not as exciting as I'd hoped. The problem with the daily menu is that you're never sure what kind of a day you'll end up on. I would return to Cookshop, if only to see what was in store that day.",real
14663,"This place is dark. With the nothing but the funky, dim halloween-esque lighting to light your way through dinner, feel free to really dig into THE BEST WINGS EVER because your date won't even be able to see the buffalo sauce all over your face. A clever design tactic if you ask me. My boyfriend and I went here for the first time on Saturday and were back again by Monday because we had been dreaming about the wings. The service is great, the sangria is yummy and the vibe is really cool. Check it out!",real
23159,"The food is amazing, a little cramped and loud, but the menu makes up for it!",real
9664,"Delightful place to rest your weary feet after visiting the museums. If you're lucky, you don't have to wait but around tea time/dinner it gets pretty busy, and you'll have to wait for a table. Dining here makes you feel like you've happened upon a secret little gem...We've only eaten a meal here once. We mainly go for dessert and coffee. The lingertorte thingy is amazing. Get that. The coffee...eh...forgetable (hence the minus 1 star). Though it is served very classy/cute like. I think the thing that keeps me coming back is that Cafe Sabarsky is giving you not just a meal but an experience. For a moment, you forget that you're in Manhattan and instead feel like you really are in some old European cafe (though...this is a funny remark for me to make, because honestly, I don't think I've every been in a European cafe that looks like this...). And this little experience is planned down to the last detail, from the wood paneling to the presentation of food and drink. The waitstaff is attentive and kind. Lovely!",real
17251,"No doubt this past sunday was another mob scene evening at Clinton St Baking Co.  The poor hostess/cum waitress was sprinting back and forth trying to manage all the tables as well as manage the reservation list.  I was really looking forward to my dinner, ever since I got the Google offer.  The cocktail with the cherry smash was super strong and on an empty stomach I felt it right away.  My friend and I opted to split chicken with 2 sides as well as the burger.  Both were excellent, although I felt the chicken was a touch overdone.  Virtually ever table had the obligatory short stack of pancakes, every which way. We opted for more savory options, though I am sure they are good, coz they looked really good :)  I can just imagine this place for brunch, like iPhone launch at the Apple store ! lol",real
2613,"We were taking a tour of the Italian market on a nice saturday morning and at the end of the tour they took us to Geno and Pat's. Everyone know about what Philly is best known for -CHEESESTEAK!! I told my friend to go to the Geno line and order 1 Wit whiz and I will do the same but I will go to Pat's so we can switch and compare who is really the best between these 2. The lines were much longer at pat's but Geno has better lighting and signs(gimmicks). Our tour guy told us that Geno has a policy toward people who buy their cheesesteak. The policy is that you have to speak in ENGLISH!! Wow i couldn't believe what I had hear but i really wanted to see if their cheesesteak are good or not. That is very rascist and of all person, he should know about being a immgraints from another country. Anyway I don't really want to talk about policy so I am focusing on the food. The cheesesteak here, we get more meats and it isn't chop up like pat's. The flavor is alittle bland for my taste. Overall very disappointing sandwich and I have no clue why people would ever compare this to one of the best cheesesteak. There are soo many other choices such as Jim, John Roasted Pork, Tony Luke, and Pat's. I was happy that i got a chance to finally try it but disappointed in all of the hype considering their cheesesteak. I realize people or me shouldn't watch so many Travel channel and Food network because everything is made more for tv and once you actually get a chance to try it. It is one great disappointment!!!",real
38300,"One of the things I've always admired about NYC and ktown itself is just being able to find food at any hour of the night. And BCD is totally it. I've been meaning to try this place for a while, but hesitated as I am not a big fan of Korean food- my taste buds are just to sensitive to spicy food.  Anyhow, came across this place because it was open at 11 and it was still pretty full. The restaurant is pretty big but still a 10 minute wait so not so bad.   The waitress was super considerate- letting us order first before a big crowd placed their order.  Also- the side dishes are awesome because they are pretty generous with it- side of rice, Pickles, bean sprout, kimchi, beans, etc.  plus- fried fish for everyone!!  How great! If you love scallion pancakes, the seafood pancake takes it to a whole new level and makes it super delicious!! So, when you come here- you have to get the soondubu because well it's a tofu house!  I made sure to get mild and it was still super tasty!  Seafood is awesome, if you're not really a red meat eater like me.  I was also never a fan of the ""extra water"" that came with boxed tofu but this just makes all the difference because the soup is awesome. The spicy though... Be careful of which level you order!! Plus, remember to crack the raw egg and sink it underneath the tofu to make a delicious poached egg sort of thing :) Also keep in mind, this place is relatively cheap as well- less than $15 soondubu is pretty awesome, plus all the side dishes! And then be sure to wash it down with the rice tea- so yummy :)",real
47095,"Awesome place with great decor, outstanding food and good service - all for a great value. The drinks are a bit pricey, but the food is so reasonably priced. I had the papaya pad thai which is so unique and delicious.",real
1500,"Not up to my expectations. WOW was i disappointed. I thought for sure this would be better than pats. After reading multiple reviews I was convinced that I always am a fan of touristy places and although I might not be getting the best philly cheesesteak saying I came here would be worth it. My husband and I split a cheesesteak from pats and one from genos. The cheesesteak from genos was so bad i didnt even finish it and order another one from pats. Absolutely no cheez wiz, it was so watered down and goey it didnt look like there was cheese on it. The steak was tough and thick. The juice from the sandwich just made the bread soggy and messy to eat. The people were more rude at this place as well. They yelled at customers if they were going across the street they cant park here, their car will be towed. So I guess they own the street too? Im glad i parked across the street and just bought my sandwich over to pats where no one said anything to us.",real
6212,"I usually have the best experience food wise when I come here. That gets a 5. I had been twice in one week, and the service kind of turned me off, hence the 3. I went on a Saturday, had one waitress who was very explicit about the sodas being unlimited refills. When the check came, there were 2 sodas on the receipt. This happened to be a different waiter who had not been serving us from the beginning. This was baffling because the waiter who originally began with us was still working other tables. When I questioned the bill, the new waiter said she would ask a manager  and she came back with the additional soda off the check. I went back a few days later, and I had another negative experience with a different waitress. I ordered something that I had previously had, and she told me that it was impossible  for the chef to do when I had clearly ordered it in the past.  I just feel overall the staff can be a little bit more assertive.",real
23987,"What do you get when you put a self-proclaimed ""Steak Expert"" in an all you can eat meat on a skewer kind of situation? Pure joy. My group of 5 had 8pm reservations on a Friday to this Ironbound District hotspot. We rolled in closer to 9pm after some train schedule mishaps and a bottle of wine (whoops!). That cost us dearly... Word of advice: If you can snag a great reservation, don't be late or your friends will hate you for not getting to eat til 9:30pm. Meat variety wasn't the as abundant as other rodizios I have been to in the past, but for $30 you won't find me complaining. For the most part I was able to get all my meat on the rare to medium-rare end of the spectrum. The lamb was probably the most disappointing item I had seeing as how it was overcooked and bland. Another piece of advice: Skip the meager buffet, french fries, and the first round of meats (ie: chicken, turkey, sausage) and wait for the beef to come through. You don't want to waste precious belly real estate on peasant meats. Make a reservation, be on time, and eat up! If you're anything like me you'll probably end up feeling like death and crying about how you think your friends are the worst for letting you have that last round of beef on a steak.",real
34909,"Giant FAIL! Place is fairly nice looking although more loungy than I expected. With such a renowned chef one would hope the food would be at least serviceable...its not.  The quail was overwhelmed by the bacon and way too salty. Patatas Bravas were soggy  and had no punch. The shrimp were flavorless and muddy. And that's just the apps! As for the mains the suckling pig did, the steak was tough and the chicken was so tart I puckered. Big MEH. Dessert was skipped as the bill was already too high.",fake
12542,"Amazing!! First of all, this place is much larger and nicer than the one in Murray Hill (can't speak for the other locations because I haven't been to those). It'd be a cute date spot, but can also accomodate larger groups with their big tables downstairs. I would say the best thing about this place is the Matador Combo. It's the perfect meal for two to share. Probably the best chicken I've ever and will ever have. Their crack green sauce is the cherry on top. The avocado salad is also the perfect accompaniment. Friendly service, great ambiance, and delicious food. What more could you ask for?",real
10249,"I ate at White Dog years ago with a friend and we did love it, but we never went back.  I recently went and am totally thrilled with the changes they made to the menu. The food and the service were absolutely flawless. Everything was fresh and simple seasonal dishes. I had a perfectly cooked piece of fish in a watercress white wine sauce as my entree. I am not usually a dessert person, but I got a little plate of fresh cinnamon donuts served with a trio of dips - a bourbon creme, a pumpkin butter, and a caramel. It was so good I devoured every bite.  Our server was attentive and very schooled on the menu. The place itself is really home-y and charming. It's nice to see them still sticking to their local, fair-trade roots, but really  stepping up the level of cuisine. I did find the prices a little high to really frequent the place, but I will be back for sure.",real
20689,Great atmosphere and the gnocchi was light and refreshing though my acquaintance had the eggplant and said that it made her feel sick. The service staff was great and attentive. Would definitely go back!,real
17505,"Perfectly fluffy blueberry pancakes with warm maple butter... *drools* 'Nuff said!  Best pancakes ever... and I don't even like pancakes!  Is it worth the crazy long wait?  Maybe in the summer time.  Skip the line, get the pancakes to go, and scurry to a nearby Starbucks to enjoy them with better coffee.",real
43213,"Ah I wanted to love this place, I really did. My grandma was visiting and we were seeing a show at the Kimmel center, so I figured this was the perfect place for a pre-show dinner. The martinis were good but the service was awful. People sat, ordered, ate and paid in the time it took them to get our food. They did give us a free desert- which is the most important part of Max Brenner! I had the onion rings with chocolate ranch sauce- sounds weird, tastes good. Followed by a regular (non chocolate) pizza, we finished off with a chocolate peanut butter sundae. Personally: this place is too commercial for my tastes.",real
41870,"Came here with my friend M., who was housesitting in Astoria over New Years'. We didn't get here until almost 2 AM because he ran in the midnight fun run in Central Park. Yay for NYC bars being open until almost sunrise! First impressions were all solid. There was no cover charge, which was surprising considering it was New Years. I'm not sure if that's because we arrived so late or because they just don't have a cover charge. Ordered our first drinks from the bar, then found a table near the door and made ourselves at home. Neither of us ordered anything that would require a bartender who's more than barely competent, but our drinks were served quickly and without incident. Prices were entirely reasonable. Music was at the right volume. My only criticism would be that the bar might have been a little -too- dark. Bars are supposed to be dark (in my opinion, anyway), and it would have been weird if the bar was really bright, but when it's so dark that your eyes have trouble adjusting, a little more light might be in order. But that's not really a major complaint. Planning on heading back to try the food options.",real
46694,"The pizza here, especially mushroom & zucchini, is delicious! Inside decor is strange and kind of dank, but I love the outdoor seating on a nice night.",real
35820,"I lived two blocks from here for 9 months before finally trying it out.  Delicious italian dishes in a cute little cafe setting, right across the street from the famed Termini Bros pastry shop.  Attentive service, complimentary wine, and a complimentary slice of lemon bundt cake at the end of our meal.  Oh, also comes with salad.  What more could you want?  The place is small, probably couldn't seat more than 12-14 people inside, and has interesting kitschy decorations.  Will absolutely be coming back soon.  Note: entrance is the door on the side, not at the corner.  There's usually a sign, but it wasn't up when we were knocking on the door trying to get in :-/",real
23622,"Hold on tight to the boat... Those are the ominous words spoken by an unseen figure in the Pirates of the Caribbean ride at Disney World just before your boat goes plunging down into the world of pirates below. These are the exact same words I uttered as I descended the steep stairs into Cuban Pete's in Montclair, NJ. My first visit was this past Friday night. Now, I'd never been here before, and my girlfriend had picked this place out. And what a pick it was. To start, there's ample parking behind the restaurant. I believe there are two municipal lots that are parallel to Bloomfield Avenue. Free to park, which is helpful. You just need to find an available spot. Cuban Pete's has an entrance off the parking lot, which is very convenient. Although, if you have mobility issues, you'll want to go around front, as the staircase in the back is quite steep. We entered Cuban Pete's thru the back staircase. Well, tried to. It's quite narrow, and was lined with people. A lot of people. There had to have been at least 40 people waiting for tables when we arrived at 8:15pm on a Friday night. Many looked to be a bit under the influence. For those that weren't, they soon would be, as Cuban Pete's is BYOB, and many were clutching bags from the liquor store across the street. More on that later. We were told we would have a 45 minute wait for a party of two. We were fine with that. However, we waited maybe 15 minutes. See, if you go outside to wait for your name to be called, you might miss out. That's what happened with us. I went to check on our wait time after about 15 minutes and was told that there are 7 parties of two ahead of us. However, none of them seemed to be around when the hostess started calling names. Make sure that you don't wander too far from the podium, even if it means staying in that cramped, fire-hazard of a staircase. If you stick it out, chances are, you'll be rewarded with a shorter wait time. Our hostess led us to a table that was outside. Of course, ""outside"" doesn't really do it justice. Cuban Pete's has an outdoor seating area that can only be described as the closest thing to Tortuga I've seen outside of Disney. Whoever designed this place had some set design experience, because I felt like I was in a theme park. I kept remarking to my girlfriend, ""Are we in Disney?"" The dining experience is akin to that of a Disney theme restaurant in say, Animal Kingdom or perhaps Adventureland. I mean, the rock wall with the waterfall in the corner, the foliage, the stage-prop courtyard... It's all straight out of Orlando. Be warned, the atmosphere is chaotic, and quite loud. Shouting, yelling, loud conversation. You really have no choice, because no one is quiet, so you have to be loud to be heard. Plus, the staff goes around playing the drums and tambourine, shouting and singing. I'm telling you - Disney. We had one of the most attentive waiters I've ever had. His name was Anthony, and despite having way too many tables, he treated us like we were his only customers. Orders were taken promptly, drinks were served quickly, and if we ever needed him, he was at our table in moments. I should mention that despite the space out in the courtyard, seating is TIGHT. We were practically on top of the table next to us. As they were completely hammered, it made things slightly difficult, as there were 6 people sitting at a table meant for 4, so they were somewhat spread out. The food was excellent. I was apprehensive about the food, given the somewhat mass-produced and chaotic atmosphere. However, I was pleasantly surprised. Appetizers of Chicharon de Pollo (chicken lollipops) and Jamon con Pina (roasted ham in braised pineapple sauce) were outstanding. Entrees were excellent too; my girlfriend had the ""Catlitto's Way Chicken,"" which was grilled boneless chicken with a lime sangria mojo. I had a Churrasco, which is a grilled skirt steak that was cooked to perfection and out of this world. Just about EVERY single table took advantage of the BYOB policy. The staff brings out buckets of ice, and also sells mixers for your booze. There's a whole menu of mixers and cocktails they'll make for you, so long as you provide the booze. We felt a little bit left out by not drinking. Oh well - next time. Definitely a great place to take a group. We saw lots of groups and parties there. Including a 21st birthday party with a set of girls who dressed like they belonged on the Spice Channel and who came in toting a box of Coronas. These girls were next to naked. Perhaps that's why they only waited for 5 minutes when everyone else was waiting for 45? Overall, Cuban Pete's gets 4 stars from me. Points for atmosphere, service, and food. Negatives for the loud volume of the place, the long wait, and the fact that they allow smoking. I know we're not in NYC, but I don't want to inhale cigar smoke during my meal, even if we are outside. Worth going to? Absolutely. Just hold on tight to the boat...",real
33672,"This is right around the corner from where I work. Wife really likes it, I think it's pretty good. Main selection is good, food is fresh, restaurant is clean. My wife and I both consider it to be much better than Peking-Tokyo, and a good buffet option to China Station. I've eaten there at least ten times in the past year - usually for lunch - and the consistency has been good. I especially like the broccoli chicken and fried fish ( which I then sneak some General Tsou's sauce thereon ). Other than my expanding waistline, I've had no ill effects and recommend it to new people at work.",fake
42087,"The BF and I came on a Monday evening and it was really chill. We sat on the back patio and it was quite pleasant. Margaritas were tart and tasty and the beer selection is perfect. It's not overwhelming, and it's really well curated. The mac and cheese is INSANE. It was like a vat of high end melted cheese. So delicious. The grilled cheese with pickles and fancy mustard was top notch...and of course those fried pickles....though, I sort of wished there was more pickle to batter ratio. Another nice thing was when the waitress forgot my BF's beer for like 15 min, but then remembered and comped it. I would love to go back, but it sounds like the weekend is crazy so I'm glad I came on a Monday.",real
45924,"I would actually give Cookshop 4 1/2 stars if Yelp had halves... My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed dinner Cookshop on a frigid January 2 evening.  Marc Meyer and Vicki Freeman bring us a third wonderful restaurant to compliment Hundred Acres and Five Points, neither of which have disappointed me in the past. Although the decor seemed to be modern minimalist generally, the walls were still adorned with holiday decorations and Christmas lights, both of which tastefully complimented the ambiance and resulted in perfect lighting for the meal. The service was tastefully friendly and attentive.  My water was filled with regularity without intrusion.  My only dislike was that a different waiter brought us our dinners than the waitress who took our orders.  Although this is a pet peeve of mine, that this was my only bone to pick is a testament to how good the service was. The food matched, or even outshone, the service.  We enjoyed the polenta fries and duck confit samosas.  Of the two, the samosas were a tad better but both were excellent.  If you love black olives (which I do), the aioli served with the fries is not to be missed.  In truth, I think 2 people need only order one app., unless you pass on eating the bread (which didn't shine) instead. For dinner, the suckling pig was great and, when eaten with the drunken beans, was better than the sum of its parts.  Perfectly cooked, I would highly recommend it.  The North Carolina cobia missed for me because the texture felt a tad overcooked, but I believe that is partially a product of cobia's natural texture, which is not dissimilar to mahi-mahi.  However, it was served with a wonderful mix and the plate was still enjoyable. Dessert, pineapple upsidedown cake, was excellent, although the rum raisin ice-cream tasted a bit light on the rum and more like vanilla raisin ice cream - much to my chagrin but to my wife's delight. All in all, the meal was $100 with tax/tip but without alcohol.  We were full to the brim (and then some) and overall very pleased.  My wife prefers Five Points by a hair (she has enjoyed dinner there, while I have only had their outstanding brunch), but all in all I would be happy to suggest this place to anyone in the (admittedly off-track) area. Definitely worth the trek and I would go back without hesitation.",real
36885,"The space here is so nice you can't help but love it. Especially the back room, it's excellent. Apart from that, the beer is also wonderful. Good selection, they're really bringing it. We were last here for Eric's UYE, which was super fun. The waitress working was super nice and did a great job, even though it was just her for all the yelpers. I was impressed. I like that they have cupcakes, even though they're NoRa and not my fave, it just adds to the fun eclectic vibe the menu has going on. We did try the pretzel-beer-cheese thing, and that was very good. Great happy hour spot.",real
21612,"I like that you can get your order customized here.  I got a chicken terriyaki bowl with white rice as well as hot tea.  The tea wasn't bad but as I was eating the chicken bowl, it did start to have a spicy buildup I didn't expect.  I suppose sometime I should get a chicken sandwich here since I wonder what teriyaki ketchup tastes like.",real
26371,"My toddler son is allergic to peanuts and tree nuts so eating out can be stressful.  Cross-contamination is a big fear.  The staff answered all of my questions and more.  They were SO NICE to us.  I could tell that it was genuine. Our waiter knew about our issue before we even told him because the hostess made him aware immediately.  Staff communication really made this a great experience for my family.  Our waiter assured us that the kitchen staff was alerted as well.  Another member of the wait staff came over to chat with us about her experiences with kids with food allergies.  I'm very new at this so it's great when people show that they care!!  Thank you so much to the staff at Sabrina's Callowhill!  You made my week! Oh, and as usual, the food was awesome!  We will be back!!!",real
47345,"I am from the Hartford area, and rarely make it to New Haven. However, after attending the Stone Hearth soft opening night, I knew I would have to make a return trip! After a surprisingly easy trip from Hartford (no more than 40 minutes, tops!), my group of three was seated at a spacious booth. It was a beautiful Sunday morning, and we were delighted to see that our booth had sliding windows next to us! The electrical outlets at each booth are also a plus. The service was excellent, and the chefs accommodated our request for egg white frittatas. The Lorraine frittata uses Gruyere cheese, yum! The group also shared a few breakfast pizzas (something I would have never thought of, but loved!) and the AMAZING rice krispy coated french toast with nutella and whipped cream. We practically fought over the last piece of the french toast! There is something for everyone - lighter options for the health conscious and decadent items ""From the Grill"" for those treating themselves. Brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays from 9am-3pm, and I highly recommend. See you soon, Stone Hearth! ... and I will definitely be requesting the Georgia Peach cocktail from opening night.",fake
21047,AMAZING. just ask for Massi... he really runs the shows smoothly. GREAT PLACE: the food is good and the wine list is amazing. the ambiance is very romantic.. bring your loved one.. SO GOOD,real
23187,"After hearing good things from other people I decided to give Cuban Pete's a try.  In my opinion it was a waste of time. We waited over an hour to get a table and when we were finally seated the room was so loud I could barely hear myself think. In addition to the undesirable atmosphere, the food was mediocre at best.",real
22671,The food is really good.  Bring your own wine and they will mix a really nice sangria for you.  Sometimes you have to wait to get in especially on the weekends.  The restaurant gets really loud.  Do not go for a romantic dinner there.,fake
49692,"There are a ton of Italian restaurants in NYC so I'm not saying Aurora is the absolute best in NYC. BUT, every time we dine here we leave happy, full and satisfied. Food is always consistently great. Service is personal, engaging and attentive but not over the top. It's usually fairly easy to get a table for two and its a great location. Their fritto is our favorite! Unique drinks too. Highly recommend aurora. Whenever we are in NY we head there.",real
15484,"Northern Spy was an excellent spot and I'm happy to frequent a place that sources locally when they can.  I had the Pig's trotter roulade which was described to me as sort of ""pork crabcake.""  Doesn't sound great, but it was.  Enjoyed the panna cotta as well for dessert. A little loud and the tables are packed together, but that generally doesn't bother me. Good service too!",real
16343,"I love waffles, so I had to try this place out. I thought it was good, but nothing over the top. I'm interested in coming back for seasonal specialties though.",real
6824,"Is decent, a good place to go once so you can say you have. The baskets make it hard to eat some things. Menu is overpriced as always with Steven Starr and the portions are conversely small. Drinks are good, desserts are 1-2 bites, don't expect much.",real
12707,"Never had I had Peruvian food before, but this was excellent, and others with me agreed. The rotissere chicken is fantastic, especially for the price ($16 for the entire chicken, plenty to split between 2-3 people) and the green chile sauce is delictable. The decor of this place was very modern, and was surprised by how large the downstairs dining room was. My main complaint would have to be the service. Super slow taking orders, bringing our food, and bringing the check. Waiting time was most liekly over 70 minutes total for everything. I did go with a large party, and I understand that it is difficult, but put more than one waiter on a table with over 15 people at it. That was outrageous. That being said, I will most likely go back with a smaller party and try again. The chicken was just so good not too. Maybe I'll try one of the other locations.",real
28118,"All right, y'all. Times are Tough 2009 continues its theme. It's almost been two weeks since I've written a review. I've been crippled by a work project, a dwindling bank account, and exhaustion, so I've barely ventured beyond the compounds of work and home. I have a draft saved for a review of the Union Square Wendy's. And I was giving it three stars.* WHAT IS GOING ON?! So when Preeti B asked me out to brunch on Sunday, I jumped at the opportunity. Anything to avoid leftover pizza, am I right?** Plus, I've been meaning to check out Buttermilk Channel for a while. We were extremely lucky to have beautiful weather on the day we went because it's true that there will always be a wait. ""Thirty minutes, but be generous with me, please,"" said the hostess. Of course, of course. Half an hour later we were seated outside, a romantic table for two. Here's where Buttermilk gains my respect: Your brunch includes your choice of tea or coffee, as well as your choice of orange juice, mimosa, bloody mary, or champagne. THANK YOU. Never make me choose between a mimosa and coffee. I'll skip the caffeine for a buzz in most cases, but I will be Grump McGrumperson regardless. I ordered the scrambles with mushrooms, goat cheese, and spinach. Dee-lish! I was mainly in it for the additional sides: hash browns, two pieces of toast, and a little salad. It beat paying $4 for an extra side. Preeti, on the other hand, ordered the Pecan Pie French Toast, and after tasting it, I was left slack-jawed. Then we got into it about which is better: Cake or Pie? To which I replied, ""Pie!"" and Preeti said, ""Well, you are from Pennsylvania."" Props to my Society of Friends! The inside layout was a little cramped, and there's only one bathroom (albeit, a lovely perfumed one!) so don't hold it in. Buttermilk may not be a total home run for me (the food was good but I could probably make what I ordered at home), but the ambiance and prices make it worth it. And heck, it beats Wendy's. __________ * The review started out as a joke until I realized I was actually reviewing it. Listen, I love me some Wendy's. THERE I SAID IT. ** Let it be known, I still think cold pizza for breakfast is delicious.",real
20097,"Sonny's is in a huge tourist trap section of the city, but we send the tourists down to 9th and Passyunk so it's easy for East Market Street workers like me to make a quick stop for lunch.  Here is my concise argument for why Sonny's is better than Pat's or Geno's or most other spots.   1.) The roll is great, soft but just crusty enough, and smaller than the others. 2.) Just so we're clear, I like my cheesesteak with whiz and fried onions.... Pat's and Geno's are assembly lines, that crank hundred and even thousands of cheesesteaks a day,  they slop the whiz on and slop inconsistent amounts of meat, sometimes this works out in your favor, and sometimes its a huge mess. 3.) Lines, ALWAYS a line down there, Sonny's, I can walk to from work and have a minimal wait. 4.) Whenever I got to Pat's I feel like I need like 20 showers to get rid of the grease, Sonny's, not as messy, or greasy.... 5.) Because it's less messy, it's less of a guilt trip, and as a 28 year old woman with hopes for keeping my figure while I can, it allows me to keep a cheesesteak on my semi-regular lunch rotation without tremendous amounts of guilt and extra trips to the gym. 6.) Climate Controlled (indoors) I mean no one feels like a cheesesteak on a 100 degree day and I've also been after a birds game in 0 degree weather, neither are awesome. Sonny's is inside! 7.) Sonny's is cheaper, it's like a $7 cheesesteak vs a $9-11 cheesesteak (i can't even remember what it is at this point) Please do not get me wrong, I LOVE Pats and will eat most any cheesesteak...and the whole experience is really the best part of it, But if you eat cheesesteaks with any consistency and want to avoid the crowds and excess mess, Sonny's is the real deal. That is all!",real
8716,"I stumbled into The Pines this past Saturday night when our original dinner plans fell through. WOW. I had never heard of this place and from start to finish it blew me away. When we first arrived, I was quite skeptical. They apparently reserved .1% of their budget for the decor of this place. It was raw and rustic and honestly, slightly dingy. I assumed the dinner was going to be terrible OR that they put the remaining 99.9% of their budget into their food and it was going to be amazing. Thank goodness it was the latter of the two. We started off with the greens. In my opinion, this was the best of the three dishes we tried because it was the most unique combination of flavors I have had. We moved on to the cheese, which was a bit of a letdown but also a poor decision on our part to order as this is something you can buy directly from a supermarket. The bread they served with it, however, was homemade and drizzled in honey so it really complimented the cheese. We finished our meal with the wagyu beef and it was cooked to perfection! The tomato puree sauce was delightful as well. Bottom line, this place catered to my love of food as well as my adventurous side. I had not heard of half of the ingredients on the menu but I was happily surprised by them all. In addition, any place that serves cucumber infused water, plays Frank Ocean and Kanye with candlelit tables, and makes one of the best Manhattan's in the city is approved in my book.",real
12389,"This place is awesome. When you walk in, you expect a small restaurant but once you get to the back, you are shocked by the size. The decor is great. The food is delicious. The Lomo Saltado was perfectly seasoned. It is really easy to make this dish salty and they did a great job avoiding this. I was not a huge fan of the ceviche and have had better but it was still pretty good. I would definitely go back.",real
16103,We got there early on Sunday Morning and still had to wait an hour!  But it was worth the wait!  I got the Banana Nut Pancakes....SOOO GOOD!  I was dreaming about pancakes after coming here!  My friend also had the milkshake and it looked so good.  Def going back!,fake
48040,"For brunch, Race Street Cafe is nothing more (and nothing less) than a diner with a nice beer selection. My boyfriend and I went on a weekend morning and were seated right away. He ordered the orange French toast, which was fine but came with that fake ""pancake syrup"" rather than maple syrup. I ordered eggs poached medium, and the yolk was so runny that I had to move my tater tots to a separate plate to keep them from drowning. (To be fair, I have encountered this issue at several restaurants in Philly and have since vowed to stop ordering poached eggs.) Our meals came with a sad fruit salad of unripe melon, pineapple, and one or two strawberry slices. The coffee was also too weak for my taste. If you're in the neighborhood and craving a diner breakfast, Race Street Cafe is not a bad choice, but foodies will be disappointed.",real
35440,Went for a family party here last month. Had buffet food which was all delicious especially the salad and antipasto. The staff was courteous and attentive. Highly recommended.,real
20972,"Uva has a cool atmosphere that is cozy for a date or a chat with girlfriends over a glass of wine or 10. The food is good, their wine list extensive. They also have a pretty back garden area for a beautiful night. You really can't go wrong, can you?",real
24059,"I'm not quite sure if this restaurant is Portuguese, Brazilian or Spanish as the listing says. I like to think it's a fusion. The menu is vast and for the most part the food is on point. Last time I was here I ordered some typical Portuguese dish but regretted because the smell of the rodizio was so good and my food was extremely salty. No sure if it was a mistake or really the way they prepare it. Service is always impeccable. A little pricey but the free valet parking is a nice touch. Will definitely go back for some rodizio.",real
20486,The service was great and the waiter was very helpful. The atmosphere is very pleasant but very noisy. We ordered the gnocchi and the pesto pasta and a house salad. The gnocchi was delicious and the pesto pasta was above average. Overall a great place to eat at if you're in the area.,real
21380,"Lovely decor - exposed brick, soft lighting, candles. Good service, delicous food, casual/comfortable ambiance...very nice...",real
34937,Excellent food great service nice ambiance we really enjoyed there tapas I would love to go there again thank you,fake
29161,"My wife and I had a great dinner tonight.  My wife had the escargot (appetizer) and lamb (entree) while I had the musscles and salmon (I ""won"" on both accounts). Don't forget, it's a BYOB.",real
27117,"Don't waste your time. After our visit, I shake my head every time I see a wait here. The space is quaint and the service is good enough... but the food is sub-standard.  Dry, tasteless, over-cooked. Think the turkey in Christmas Vacation. Do yourself a favor... go a block down Court St to Pompette instead!",fake
38124,"Very rude waiters, very unaccommodating.. they sat us next to the bathroom even when there were seats available, we (kindly) asked to move if possible, were rudely told ""no."" Usually people give an explanation, but he only gave one after I stood there awkwardly for a while- I stood there counting in my head to just to see how long it would take him to give one, and I got to 8 until he finally mentioned, ""its closed"".",real
1125,In the South Philly cheesesteak wars my money is with Geno's. Go for the provolone.,fake
37183,"Outstanding atmosphere with 1920s Jazz and beautiful tile and wood paneling. The cocktail list is impressive, and while the draft list is short, every selection is quality. This place is great for happy hour, a date night, or to start off the evening. The waitstaff is friendly and clever. Things move comfortably slowly here. Settle in and enjoy.",real
37662,"This place has greatly improved since high school. I boycotted it for awhile when I found a mosquito in my disco fries.. but alas it is back up to standard diner potential. And I haven't died of West Nile. The breakfast is awesome. I went with two other people and we all got omelets, home fries, and toast for under $15. I've gone during all times of day.. including after 12 and it never seems too busy. The waiters/waitresses know what they're doing and are usually on top of your order. Sigh.. if only Boston knew how a real diner should operate.",real
31702,"We came in for dinner. Great presentation, good food, friendly service, and BYOB. What else could you need?",real
9555,Love this place!,real
2852,"Stopped here on a drive from VA to PA and tried Geno's and Pat's at the same time. Overall I preferred Geno's but I suspect they're more famous for their rivalry then their cheesesteaks. Next time I'm going to try another local and compare, but for this I wanted to try Geno's and Pat's. Geno's steak was sliced, not chopped and I preferred the flavor. Pat's was a little dried out and this was juicier. I got both of my cheesesteaks ""wit"" which mean ""with onions"". and got american cheese. The bread and the onions was similar and overall the cheesesteaks were very similar. I thought they were a little overpriced at about 8.50 each, but I guess you're paying somewhat for the name. Geno's wins the redneck signage contest and it was entertaining to see things like ""This is America, order in English"" all over the place.",real
45842,"This place seemed really cool from the outside.. the bar was full and it had a good vibe. My mom and I went here on the suggestion of a friend, saying that it was good food for good prices. The first was true, but I wouldn't really say that about the latter. I had the ratatouille in poblano peppers; delicious, but not necessarily worth the $26 dollars I paid for it. Wine came by glass or 'quartino'.. about a glass and a half according to their standards.. according to mine, the quartino was barely a full glass of wine. Anyway. The bar and inside restaurant were packed, so we sat outside. Our server seemed very rushed and not all that interested in our table, which was obviously annoying. I'd be willing to give this place another chance for lunch (possibly cheaper?) because the food was good, but nothing spectacular.",real
4370,"This place truly does live up to it's name (and it's song!). Came here while visiting a friend who lives in Brooklyn. She said this is the go-to spot for breakfast. When you walk in, it looks like a grandmother's house with decorations. Don't let that fool you; think warm, delicious food that is waiting for you. My friend ordered the lemon ricotta pancakes. Oh my! So delicious! And I ordered the pumpkin pancakes. So good! Definitely try their house butters. My favorite was the cinnamon one, but I think they're all good. As for the service, on point! Quick and friendly staff. We ordered and got our food within 10 minutes! And for those who end up waiting for a table, a warm, elderly gentleman will come around with a platter of their pancakes, sausages, or other tasty house item to keep your tummy happy. What service! Tom's is definitely a place that I'll be looking forward to stopping by the next time I am in New York!",real
33421,"I love the rustic and woody, warm and dark atmosphere. Plenty of free parking, not really near anything, but worth checking out. I was horribly disappointed during my first visit. The menu was interesting and fun, but when I received my Chicken Livers, they were so bloody that the juices spilled on the table from the cutting board (not a great presentations for this dish)... the liver was flavorless and too rare & chewy, and a couple bites into it, I found a hair!!! GROSS! Please wear a good hair cap or hat when cooking and preparing food! A couple of the other dishes I had were not so disastrous, the wine was fine, but the service was slow, my water glass stood empty for half an hour at a time. The second time, I got a delicious dish of fries with gravy & cheese along with a nice glass of wine. The bartender was really great, and the atmosphere was relaxing. If your a foodie, you'll love it! If you want to experiment, give it a chance. You'll find something that you like!",real
48124,"One of my favorite places. Great food. Comfort, bar food. But better. Lots of beers to choose from and a great wine selection. It's a neighborhood bar for those who live in old city. But not an old city hang out. People from Jersey don't go here. It's adorable. The only reason I can't give it 5 stars. The service isn't the best. Sometimes it's awful.",real
18174,"Amazing! We had the Brioche French Toast, Eggs Benedict, and Huevos Rancheros, all great. Their scones look delicious, must try that next time. Going on a weekday morning, the line wasn't so bad.",real
13723,"My wife and I were seated as soon as we got into the dining room. Five minutes later another couple was seated at the table behind us. The other couple we're greeted by a waitress as soon as they sat down. We waited for a member of the wait staff to come and take our order. I got up, went over to the hostess who was standing at the head of the restaurant, telling her I came over to her to complain about no service. She sent another waitress over to our table to tell us that she could do us a favor and order our drinks while we waited for a waiter. At this point my wife and I decided not to spend $100 plus bucks as we did last year several times in this restaurant. Who could enjoy a meal when your stomach is twisted in a knot from this aggravation. We'll never come back to this restaurant.",real
15266,"I've had my eye on northern spy for a long time.  Short menu, farm driven, straightforward preparations; all the good stuff I like, so I assumed I would like it. Surprise! I do.  Though the chefs are afflicted with al-dente bean-itis, like the rest of NYC, our roast chicken and pork loan were well cooked, seasoned properly, and served with tasty grains and greens.  Prices are extremely fair (20s for the mains) and desserts, from afar, looked exceptionally tasty.  Not necessarily worth a special trip, but a worthy destination if you happen to be in the East Village. Special kudos for the decor and vibe.  Aside from a few too cool for school patrons, I relaxed the moment I sat down.",real
16614,"Let me start with...CASH ONLY. Many times I have tried to dine here, with no avail, today was the day I got a chance to dine. I ordered an omelet with tomato and goat cheese, I wasn't aware that omelet's were indigenous to fresh water...oh wait they're not, so why was my food submerged in a half inch of water, well I couldn't tell you. So I finished half of it, my friend ordered blueberry pancakes, those were not wet, and looked quite good.   So in summation, worth the wait........no. If I want pancakes, i'll make some at home and save myself the wait time and the ATM fee.",real
42564,"OMG this place is a God send! My daughter and I stumbled upon this place last night, we already had dinner plans but  our curiosity made us take a look inside. Greeted by everyone and over the top friendly staff. A guy from VA recommended we try the spinach with Cauliflower puree, it was fantastic , kinda tasted like mash potatoes. I will be back tomorrow, this could get addicting.... and they have bathrooms Big ones too",real
46570,"I love their pizza.  Everything we have tried there is really good.  Their food is so good, that InRiva hosted my baby shower last year and they were great.  I did not quite get their menu at first, but after visiting several times, I love it. Must try!",real
33415,"Well, I thought I was a foodie but I found the menu at Blue Bird a little too clever for my taste.  I have never seen so many things that I did not want to eat on one menu.  I was wanting salad, something green, fresh, light.  I was in the wrong restaurant for that.   However, I did find something that sounded good... there was a delightful hand rolled pappardelle with goat cheese and squash (the menu describes it in much better language) It was a perfect combination of textures and temperatures - truly divine.    We were too full for dessert (this almost NEVER happens to me) so we ordered decaf because Blue Bird Tavern is a really good place to linger and chat.  The decaf was presented in a fresh french press pot (try to say that 5 times fast) and was very VERY good.  The service was just right.  I'm going to wait a few weeks and then go back and see what's on the menu.  I'm hoping to order something that does not ruin me for dessert! BTW:   They have a private room with a big long table and a lot of space all over.  There is plenty of parking too.",real
36847,"As an event executive, I planned a party here for a recent event.  I had no been here previously but the place seemed great online...and it was just that. Great service, very cool vibe and my guests were more then happy.  The staff give great service and the food/beverages were served timely.  I would recommend this place for group gatherings.  They have a great back area/room but you still feel part of the place rather then some other places where VIP is so secluded. Next time I'm in the area, I will be returning for sure.",real
19661,"Mmmm.. I love the Khyber. My favorite lunch of choice is an order of fries with the debris gravy, and a big ass biscuit. Yeah, that's what it's called: a big ass biscuit, and the name doesn't lie. Not only is the biscuit huge, but it's absolutely delicious. Butter that baby up and dip it in the gravy. It will make you love life. Not only is the food here great, but the servers and bartenders are always super friendly. It deserves the five stars it's been given.",real
23520,"I like going to Cuban Pete's because I love the atmosphere, BYOB, and the appetizers. It's a good change from all of your other typical restaurants around the area. I love the waiters uniform (yay for hats!) and ambience of the restaurant in general: music & murals. It almost makes me feel like I'm on vacation and not in north Jersey. I love the appetizers. The Goat Cheese Fritters are awesome!! I also usually bring a bottle of wine to mix with the Sangria too. Can't really go wrong with that! As for my entrees... I can't complain. I wouldn't consider myself an expert on Cuban food though so I guess it would be hard for me to judge. To be honest, my entrees haven't been amongst my favorite food but it's not bad. I tend to come here for a change of scenery rather than craving the food...although, I wouldn't mind coming here sometime and just devouring all of their appetizers with some Sangria instead of getting an entree. (I am not saying the entrees are bad...I am saying the appetizers are really good). I've never had dessert here, these kinda desserts aren't really my thing. Flan yuck. However that Tres Leches buttermilk cake sounds pretty good. I really want to come here and eat outside! Sidenote* I've been here a bunch of times and have never had bad service.",real
43052,"Okay, I will admit...I am a sucker for the Chocolate Pizza. With the toasted marshmallows on top? This is the ultimate sweet-tooth indulgence and it is definitely worth a try for anyone who loves everything sweet sweet sweet. HOWEVER, the Max Brenner menu is way over-hyped and extremely over-priced. I don't mind spending money on great food, but the prices here are just outrageous for what you are getting. Instead of getting dinner here (which isn't what they are known for anyway), just stop by to grab some dessert or hot chocolate and call it a night!",real
48334,Best sandwiches and best  fresh lemonade. Lovely people. Wonderful service. Super clean. Beautiful photos of Vietnam taken by owner.  Just the type of place you want to see more of.  I will go back again and again and again.  Reasonable prices.,real
29842,"Everything is good here! Great prices, Great shrimp burger, best fries, everything is made fresh to order and with a little bit of bang",real
49329,"Every time I've been there, the bread was stale.  Great staff, but what's an Italian deli with stale bread?????",fake
48701,"I'd actually like to give Spasso 4.5 stars - it's just barely short of perfection. To sum up why I like this place I need only mention three things: 1) homemade (not sure, but tastes like it) pasta, 2) across the board FANTASTIC desserts, especially the creme brulee and 3) the nicest waiters you've ever met. After two visits, I think the best dishes I've sampled (off my family members' plates, that is) so far include the ravioli stuffed with mushrooms and cheese, the simple but delicious fettuccine pomodoro, and a seafood pasta that includes a hunk of salmon on the top. Warning though that it is a bit loud, low lighting and cramped quarters. Makes for a fun, intimate atmosphere, but I think both times we felt like at some point the volume got to be a bit much. Oh, and parking can be a nightmarish and/or pocket-fleecing experience. Overall, though, this is definitely a new Philly favorite!",real
30596,"Lovely light decor and great service; our waitress was very knowledgable  and friendly.  The food was good but a bit chaotic in its focus.  My steak was tough and not very tasty.  My friend's tacos were great to look at but nothing to write home about...we were tempted to stop by Oaxaca on the way home! Their menu was limited and, that night, even more limited as they were out of several items (early on a Saturday...unforgivable!).  Given the quality I thought the prices were too high.  I came here for brunch as well; our food was good but nothing extraordinary.  Again the decor and service carry this place but the food really should hold its own.",real
43019,"I came here for sips and enjoyed everything I had! First of all, the dry rub chicken wings are BOMB - full of flavor without being overly salty. Also had the artichoke drip with tortilla chips. The chips were good because they were also seasoned, so paired well with the dip. Also had the chocolate margarita, which was super smooooooth, and a white sangria. White sangria could have been better, but maybe it was because i drank it right after a chocolate drink... Room for dessert? Caramelized pecans chocolate is AMAAAAZZzINGGGGGg. Perfectly crunchy with beautiful chocolate. Only con? pretty pricey. Yeah the food was great for what I paid during sips, but probably wouldn't have tasted as amazing as it did if I were paying full price.",real
33653,"How did I not know this place was so close? I have lived in Philadelphia for a little over a year and, in that time, I have been searching for a good Middle Eastern Restaurant. Being a good half-Lebanese girl, when I do actually cook it's often ""old-country"" food. However, the meat dishes tend to be kind of time consuming, so it doesn't happen all that often. Anyway, the other day we had some friends in town(the wife's Lebanese, husband is American.) So, we decided to try a new restaurant. Both the Lebanese ladies (me being one) gave this place a thumbs up! We got the mezze platter-not sure what they called it. The hummus and baba ganoush were quite good. I was surprised! Usually I find that hummus in restaurants is too ""tahiney and chickpea-ey"" and not lemony enough. Not so.  I usually find restaurant tabouli to be a bit flavorless, but the tabouli was also good!. So, I will return next time I'm craving food from the old country. Shuk'ran",real
22801,"Loved this place!  Very crowded and a bit noisy but what a fun place.  And the food is wonderful.  If you're up for a partying good time, visit Cuban Pete's.  If you want a romantic evening, go somewhere else!",fake
6522,"I visited this restaurant during the summer. My friend and I were impressed with the interior decor but hardly impressed with the food. I ordered some type of Indian dish that included steak and mash potatoes. The steal was very bland. There was some type of sour-tangy sauce on top of the mash potatoes that I thought was disgusting. When our food arrived, I was shocked at how small the servings were. They're definitely too pricey to have such small servings. We also ordered the tacos; they were okay. I would definitely visit this restaurant again at someone else's expense... Not my own. Lol. I personally just don't feel like such small servings deserve such huge prices.",fake
2542,"Geno's, I miss you so much and I think about you all the time. Like many thousands of people before me, I visited Phili and did the obligatory side-by-side comparison with Pat's. To me, there was no contest. Geno's wins without a doubt.",real
7805,Big menu. Cool scene. Great food. We mainly ordered apps. Going to go back. Prices were very reasonable.,real
10103,"I was there with a group. Most people liked their entrees, which however were a bit small. Great fish and chips. Love the local beer selection. No one liked the olive oil ice cream.",real
22650,"Dear Yelpers, the restaurant setup is amazing, great music, BAD BAD food. Overcooked Steak and Uncooked Hamburger steak. And the service was SLOOOW, we had to wait for the food for more than 45 minutes. So if you are not very hungry, and more willing to have a good time Cuban Petes is your option. But if you are in Montclair you will find even better alternatives.",fake
32707,"As noted in the other reviews..... the Americana is no longer a ""NJ Diner"".  Its a restaurant, with higher prices, less to choose from.   Nothing wrong with that, as long as you don't go there to get the previous items like ""mile high meatloaf"". The management has made the Americana, the Skylark in Edison and the Colonial in East Brunswick into upscale dining locations.  And to repeat, these are no longer ""diners"" The menu selections are interesting and varied.  I had Mahi Mahi, and it was excellent with a reduced balsamic glaze and apple chutney.  Serving was generous, but not overwhelming like your typical diner. We entered and went to the back for the ""diner"" area, and there were plenty of seats available, but they walked us through the entire restaurant to seat us in the ""lounge"".  I think they should offer a choice.  The lounge has a good bar, but add a couple of drinks to the already high food prices, and you're dropping double the cash you used to be able to get away with when it was really a diner.",real
11120,"We ate at the Blue Ribbon with colleagues. The New York strip was well cooked and tasty, however the trout was greasy and ruined the flavour of what was a very good piece of fish. Service was fine, the food was probably a little expensive for what it was.",fake
16411,"Last Sunday is sunny and I walked one hour with my husband around downtown to this famous brunch spot. We didn't have anything in the morning and so we should have good taste for everything. However, the food there is a little disappointing even if we took the whole morning for walking and we were hungry. My husband is not a fan of pancake, so we ordered Spanish scramble and egg Benedict with banana shakes. There is no special point for Spanish scramble and we think we can make it out at home! The egg Benedict is ok, not surprising me at all. I know that it's more famous for pancake. I will give it another try for pancake, but even if the pancake is good, other dishes still disappoint me and I think there are too many hyper reviews for this brunch spot. There was long line for table that day and we ordered to go. There is a small park near this spot, you don't need to wait two hours for just so so food!",real
43583,"Dalessandros is a top notch cheesesteak. The inside of the restaurant is small and usually crowded. The steak is delicious, but after eating it I had a greasiness left in my mouth. I like cheesesteaks with larger chop meat better. Dalessandro's goes with the small chop similar to Jims. Definitely recommended though!",real
40524,"I love irene, the greek dancing barkeep, but then again I have loved so many of the staff that have passed through over the years.What a comfortable feeling it is to order refried anything at the bar and partake in an afternoon tequilla mix.Over the years the changing stores that transmogrify outside the window on broome street, make barriochino feel like you are sitting in HG wells' time machine, a fully paid up broome street staple.Here's to barriochino hundreds of years into the future,..... I shall miss you irene.",real
39108,"As a vegetarian, I've walked past Marabella several times, figuring it just wasn't for me. The other day I noticed the sign for ""veggie balls,"" and walked in figuring I'd give it a try. One of the things that has made me stick to being vegetarian is the fact I avoid fake meats at all costs, I think they are the downfall of many a vegetarian. However, recently several restaurants have concocted burgers, cheesesteaks and the like from real food, rather than a processed soy product. Marabella is one of those places, and they do it extremely well. Combined with the delicious marinara sauce and a fresh roll, it is one of the best veggie sandwiches I've ever had. The people working there were all very friendly, even asked if I was vegan as the veggie ball does contain some egg. Nice touch. Based on the sauce and the veggie experience, I imagine the meat-meatball must be at least as good.",real
26610,Great Service! Great Presentation of Food!,real
20903,"Chic, priced right, good service, nice date restaurant",real
46572,This place is excellent.   My cousin brought us here while we were visiting from Miami.  OMG great food.  We got a bunch of items and shared everything.,real
18312,"Since I already gave up on having a weekend brunch here because of its insane wait time, I decided to follow what  Linda L.did - Try their infamous blueberry pancake for dinner!! I know it sounds crazy but guess what, I actually did it!! Yes they do serve pancakes all day, including dinner time! And the best part was I didn't have to wait! I did feel a bit uncomfortable at first since I was the only person eating breakfast food for dinner.My enormous pancake did draw a lot of attention but I realized that many of those who were staring were actually envious of me and they gave me a smile of approval and support, as if silently saying ""way to go,girl!"". Later some of them actually did start talking to me asking ""How is it? Should I order it too??"", so I replied ""It's soooooo good, yes you should get it too!"" The blueberry pancake was very good indeed, so amazingly fluffly!! Do they put baking soda or something?? What's the secret?? And the maple butter syrup (more like a sauce!) was divine, it really enhanced the taste of the pancake! The syrup wasn't enough so I requested for more, but I found out it's an extra charge. But did I care? Heck no! Bring it on!! The portion was so big that I started to feel sick after finishing 2/3 of it. Ok, maybe after all pancakes weren't meant to be a dinner food. Do I regret eating  it?? Heck no!!  This pancake made my day, it was worth coming here! I think I'll do it again! LOL!! Try breakfast for dinner and skip the line!",real
45480,"If i could marry a place to eat, this place would be in the running.   I have friends willing to travel from the Upper East Side just for lunch.    Outstanding service coupled with food that delights the palate and fills the stomach (always key for me).    The soups are in the top 5 soups I have had in the world.    I have yet to be mildly unimpressed with any entree.    I make it a point to enjoy a meal there each trip.",real
44272,"You don't go to Little Italy for an unbelievable foodie experience that breaks the boundaries of Italian as you know it.  You go to Little Italy for a cozy Italian meal of generic pasta in a dark little joint served by Italian men under christmas lights that snake the street back and forth. Benito One was a perfect choice for this.  There are bay window tables that you can sit at and people watch.  There's a HUGE portion of food in their pre fixe lunch menu.  They have a great house chianti that's cheap and the service is exceptional.   If you are looking for a joint in the area that fits the bill for a tourist wanting the LIttle Italy experience, this is a great choice.",real
19990,"The steak is chopped instead of sliced. So sad that many do not know what this means. It has nothing to do with preference. It has to do with the need to chop inferior meat so the consumer does not snap and pull and chew on gristle and fat. Always go for the sliced meat. Sliced = Superior Quality and Taste. Secondly, could there be a more plain pedestrian tasting roll than Amoroso? In a city filled with rich Italian bakeries like Carangi and Sarcone, this fraud of a place chooses Amoroso. Pass on them.",real
15090,"Pork sticky buns...dying. Everything was great corned beef hash, biscuits, staff. Definitely great brunch!",real
28677,"eating healthy here! Try their dip soba, it's pretty interesting. This is a newer branch from the other store that's 4 or 5 blocks away, it's not as crowded and slightly bigger. I'm not usually a fan of soba places but I think their dip soba's pretty cool, they give you another pot on the side for broth and you can cook your soba in it before you eat. Their desserts aren't that good and are really not worth the price, I got a mochi with vanilla ice cream in it and thought that wasn't anything special. I also tried their green tea affogato and thought it was just okay. They put mochi and red bean on green tea ice cream and cereal then give you a cup of (more bitter) green tea to pour in. Overall I think the noodles are fun to try but desserts I can pass.",real
3674,"Hubby and I went to Cedar Point tonight. The homemade vegan cheese plate with figs, onion jam, and some sweet cashew type spread was amazing. The carmelized mushroom stuffed onion was really rich and unique, and the red flannel hash was a tasty beet concoction. The maple roasted lima beans were good, but seemed a little tough. I didn't love the root veg mash-I felt it was a tad bland, but hubby liked it. Overall, a good experience for a new restaurant. Considering they haven't been open long, it was a good experience.  I think the bartenders and wait staff are still learning how to navigate the place, so I won't take points off for that-yet.  They have a lot of vegetarian options, but they were out of 2 of them which I really hope does not turn out to be a regular thing like it was at A Full Plate.",real
32039,"Perfect Taco's.   Fresh tasting, authentic mexican food with friendly service.  Will be going back many times.",real
28926,the owner of this place abuse their guard dog. The dog is left outside at nights even during snow storm. categorically refuse to come here until this is resolved.,real
33848,I can't remember the meal I had (hence the 3 stars) but I did have about 6 Blood Orange Mojitos that were Awesome. I'd be willing to go back and try another dish.,real
37901,"I think the most intriguing part of beco is that i felt like i was in brazil. it was an abnormally warm spring evening, the music was amazing, sipped on my caipirinha de caju and devoured my moqueca. thank you for the trip.",real
2986,ordered provolone with because at pats i had the whizz so i wanted to compare......there might be backlash but with the provolone i feel like i have had just as good of steaks in california at johns philly grille or even phillys best..... id probably give it 2.5 and round up for the experience.,real
18934,"I've always thought the best square pizza in ny was from Lazzaro's, that was true til I had a square slice at Prince Street Pizza. I got the  original ""soho square"" which is the basic one, cheese & sauce, no meat. The pizza was hot & crispy out of the oven. The sauce was fresh and the crust.. oh the crust, it was the best part!! It is not as thin as most ny pizzas, which I like (i love bread!), the dough was chewy and it just complimented the pizza very well. I also got an order of prosciutto ball, which was also delicious!! One slice of the original soho square & a prosciutto ball, total $5.00. One thing worth mentioning was that the staff was super friendly!! My pizza came out of the oven before the prosciutto ball was done, so the owner told me to just have a seat, enjoy my pizza and he'll bring the rest out for me. He told me everyone here is family. So happy to find a great pizza spot in my neighborhood.",real
29631,One of my all-time favorites. Get the pre-fix with the sliders and start with the veggie crudo thing. LOVE. YUM. DELICIOUS.,real
46775,"Great location and has free on site parking, which is a major plus.  Wait staff was very friendly and attentive.  Loved the bruschetta and sausage and pepper pizza.  We sat outside with our one year old who enjoyed the scenery while we enjoyed our food.  Relaxed but upscale.  We'll definitely be back.",real
45302,"Excellent food and really friendly service. I had the eggs benedict and my friend had the cookshop breakfast. Everything was delicious, quick and the restaurant is lovely. Would definitely go here again!",real
44523,"Best wine list in wburg, the little foodstuffs are super yummy and not run of the mill bar food (Deviled eggs at a bar? Really? Delicious, who knew). Things I love: 1. The open windows on the first floor. Airy like a patio but without having to find a spot with shade. 2. Friendly bartender downstairs who WILL give you a well-made and yummy cocktail. 3. It's huge (so its good for meeting more than two people at on a weekend night, which is a nightmare at most bars in the neighborhood), but it's not super awkward warehouse empty open space like a lot of larger bars. All in all a really nice new addition, I am pleased.",real
36382,"Amazing tacos, friendly staff, reasonable prices. Can't ask for more. My friend from Texas said they're just as good as the ones there.",real
49359,"if youre in the bayonne area and are looking for a sandwich spot that does it right, then this is the place. full italian atmosphere in the joint. u walk in, pick ur own type of bread and hand it to one of the guys. owner is always there(on every occasion i have gone) and makes sandwiches. old school italian guy with a sense of humor and great personality. the sandwiches are always good, bread is always fresh and service is done with a smile-usually with some italian humor. great place!!!",real
29754,"The beer garden gets 5 stars. The inside cave of a bar? not so much! The diner is pretty good which evens out this rating to a solid 4 star joint. Wear your protectors if hanging at the inside bar. If a band is on, likely it will be all up in your ear lobe. Outside on a nice night is awesome.",fake
25160,"let's talk about how weirdly good the veggie taco is with ginger butternut squash... i got it with gauc and sour cream, and this sucker was BIG. 5.00 bucks, but worth it. i really liked it because it's different. i like the spicy mayo sauce that's there too.",real
3616,"Chef Shannon has done it again. Did you love A Full Plate? Of course you did. Beer + A Full Plate, sprinkled with huge ambition = Cedar Point. I have so much to say, but instead I will focus simply on one dish: the chicken and waffles. I have had chicken and waffles all over the city, but nothin is quite like this. The rich, maple dressing has a kick of unexpected spice. The waffles is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The chicken is effing perfect. Juicy juicy juicy and tender. Crunchy Crunchy Crunchy on the outside. I cannot recommend highly enough. Beer good. Great, inventive cocktail menu. From the out-there to the classics, it is done well. Philly is great for a lot of things, but a good cocktail is hard to find sometimes. And I know a good Manhattan/Old Fashioned/Whiskey Sour. Cedar Point nails 'em. When Cedar Point opened, it dealt with a lot of BS reviews and was really dragged through the coals in terms of snap judgments. Lesser spots and owners with thinner skin might not have made it 6 months the way Cedar Point was treated. I have been here about 5 times since its roll out and every time, it just gets better and better. I think its time for everyone to eat their words, literally. (One last detail- that review earlier that mentioned ""Morningstar"" veggie meat.... yeah... not true. Its made in-house. So there.)",real
45154,"Best food I've had in NYC! I don't get out much, but I still think this food is objectively delicious. Shared gingerbread pancakes and huevos rancheros - ideal combo. Stuck with the Mexican theme and topped it off with a spiced apple margarita :) 50 minute wait on a Saturday around 11 a.m. but well worth it as the highline is across the street and they text when the table is ready.",real
45997,"I can't believe I made it through so many years in NYC without reviewing Cookshop. It is the bomb brunch. Upscale with a sense of casual ease, great food, really polished service, and nice people. It can get a little crowded but you have to wait for great food sometimes. And you can enjoy one of their wicked bloody marys with this cayenne salt rim dip while you do so. The menu changes reasonably often - on this most recent visit, I had a plate of garganelle pasta with nettle pesto and homemade sausage. All the flavor was subtle except the sausage, which overpowered, but I didn't mind because it was so good. Followed that up with a huevos rancheros, a skillet baked melange of black beans, eggs, creme fraiche, jalapeno, and cheese. Divine. My friend had the skillet eggs with bacon. And, oh, is their bacon ever perfect. It kind of deserves a review unto itself for its perfectly crisped just-thick-enough wondrousness. I'll have to eat some dinner here sometime in the future.",real
12247,"I love this place!!! I didn't even order what they are most known for. Yes, I probably should have tried the Peruvian chicken, but I was in a ceviche mood at the time. We ordered two ceviches: the Mixto and the Saltado. My favorite part was the large corn kernels mixed in with the fish. Some were crunchy, some were a little mealy, but gave great texture to the raw fish. And the fish itself, so delicious and wonderfully marinated. You might think that because they marinate it with lime juice and other strong flavors, they would use less fresh fish, but it was fresh here. The octopus, shrimp, and calamari were nothing special so I recommend the Saltado over the Mixto because there is more fish in that dish. The portion size seems small for a dish of $18 but it was surprisingly very filling. Besides the ceviche, you must order the tostones (fried plantains). They are fried, not oily, but still crispy. And they taste amazing with the garlic sauce and the cilantro lime green sauce. We also tried a Peruvian Chocolate Lava Cake. Very moist, warm, and so chocolately. Amazing dessert to end the meal. I really wanted to lick the chocolate off the plate but restrained myself with great difficulty. I can see why this place is so popular. The restaurant is surprisingly large, but there's still a long wait on Fridays and weekends. But while you're waiting you can just grab a pitcher of Sangria at the bar.",real
42365,"The place is okay.   The portions are small compared to the prices that are charged.   When I am charged $24 for a ""plate of meatloaf with vegetables and potatoes, I expect it to be hot, not cold and hard.",real
2124,"The cheese steak is definitely good in its own way.  The meat, cheese, and onions were delicious.  The only thing separating this place from Pat's is the bread.  The bread here is like eating a cloud.  For my fatty taste buds I needed something more substantial.  My vote goes to Pats.  pwned!",real
5621,"Over the 7 years I have lived in this town I have been to this place maybe 50 times. What can I say, I love their afro-cuban food. I had fallen in love with the paladares in Cuba and Soul de Cuba makes up for the missing havana clubs with its atmosphere. This place serves all the favorite Cuban dishes (like ropa vieja and oxtail) and makes everything amazing by mixing up the best mojitos outside of Bodeguita del Medio in Havana (although very expensive for NH standards). Friendliest waiter(resse)s in town. Appetizer sampler is a whole meal.",real
12547,"I showed up at Pio Pio with my sister and son for a quick bite based on reading great reviews.  The atmosphere is very unique and comfortable.  We were seated downstairs, a large room that was set up with very large tables.  The wai staff was very prompt and we ordered the sangria since the reviews said it was excellent.  I felt it was too sweet, had a heavy liquor flavor.  We only ordered two appetizers as we already had apps& cocktails elsewhere.  The blue corn tamale was bland, although the chicken inside was tasty and the marinated red onions on the side really made the whole taste terrific.  We also had the pollo empanadas that had a perfect pastry crust.  I'd definitely go back for a full dinner but I'd rather sit upstairs which is more lively!",real
43104,I went to Max Brenner with my girls for brunch and I was really excited to eat there it really wasn't what I expected. -Nice decor but noisy -The food was good but nothing special for the price (We had pizza and panini). - I tried to go to the restroom 3 times but there was always a big line. -The waiter was very busy and brought me water without ice. I asked for a 6 dollars Heineken and she brought it over when I was almost done eating. -The desserts were good but I was expecting more from this place. The Frozen chocolate frappe was way too sweet and watery. The mexican chocolate was good. we ended up paying restaurant prices but we got ordinary food.,real
37063,"They have an amazing salad bar with generous portions, large choice of good quality ingredients, and all for a really reasonable price for a midtown location. The food buffet is pretty good too (both hot and cold). That's all I've tried but they also have ramen/noodles/sushis/sandwiches. Bonus: nice upstairs seating area in the back.",real
15214,"Trekked all the way from the Upper East Side for this place.  I came here to meet some of my friends from out of town for brunch. Service was great and the waitress was very attentive. I ordered this egg and cheese sandwich without the sausage obviously. I would say it was just good, period. The most noteworthy description about it would be that it was very small. Lesson: if you're starving then this place may not suffice or you might need to order some extras.",real
8859,"Another week, another Brooklyn brunch.  I've been to brunch more ties in the past month than I've been in the past two years (I like to sleep in on weekends I suppose).  But the team was in the mood for southern fixin's... and as the democratically appointed Yelper of the team, I selected the new kid on the block: Beehive Oven Biscuit Cafe.   Southern inspired cuisine??? Check.  Cozy nook of a dining area that BK has become so famous for???  Check.  Build your own biscuit sandwich options??? Hellz yea.  All these factors amounted to nods of approval from the team of brunchers I had dined with (half of whom I just met that morning/afternoon).  And despite the long waiting time (we had 7 in our party, and the fact that we were in Williamsburg for brunch didn't help none) we were all in good spirits, as we knew what we were getting ourselves in to.   Many opted for the build your own biscuit sandwich menu item... pretty self-explanatory huh???  You get a biscuit, choice of protein (fried chicken = ""duh""), and a slew of other toppings (including eggs, bacon, sausage gravy, and a bunch of other sauces).  Lo and behold, I was set to bike a few dozen miles after brunch (big surprise huh??), so that reality coupled with my inquisitive stomach resulted in me ordering two menu items... the build-a-biscuit and the ""bootstrap breakfast.""  The bootstrap was a typical bacon and eggs type of breakfast, and like any other staple (including burgers, pizza, etc...) it's a combo that's often replicated, tough to screw up, but even tougher to perfect.  Was this one the perfect combo???  No, but they didn't screw it up... and the addition of a biscuit with ""plum-ginger"" jam and some of the best grits I've had in some time. Some in the group ordered other of the menu-offered brunch fare in addition to the biscuit sandwiches, these included steak and eggs and shrimp and grits.  The ordering parties were happily content with their choices and the experience overall.  End of the day though, biscuits were the calling card, and they should keep hammering these biscuits home.",real
39959,Long wait for a table decent food!!and great  drinks!,fake
15601,Still the same tired place. Owners have upped the prices and DJs play the same music every night. Not worth it.,real
919,I HATE THIS PLACE!!!!!!!!!!! Chink's is better.,fake
5456,I have been a vegetarian for quite a while and therefore go out to eat Chinese food a lot.  Overall I've been pretty satisfied with most places. But Iron Chef has made a believer of me!  The food is incredible!  The only bad thing I can say is they don't take credit cards.,fake
35145,"Being from Marseille, France, aside the Mediterranean Sea and Spain, I can tell that I'm very very impressed by this restaurant. The ambiance and the decoration is very nice. The service is Perfect and Excellent, with a lot of attention to the customer. The jambon de iberico was amazing the first time we went there, the 5J was cut in the restaurant. The Paella is just WOW, same as the one from my grand mother, it's rare. My favorite Spanish place so far. A good romantic place also.",real
19516,"I was here for brunch and had a great experience. We ordered the beignets, which were perfect! My hash was pretty good as well. However, I wasn't warned that the food was going to be spicy and had a hard time finishing my meal. So, be warned about spice levels but otherwise this is a great spot.",real
25024,"Tacos are one of my favorite food groups. On a recent walk around the neighrbohood, we stopped into Five Taco  for some dinner. It was totally empty except for us, so we sat right at the counter. Menus and waters were passed around and we chose the salsa and chips, beef taco and chicken taco. So. Chips were okay. I'm a BIG BIG lover of tortilla chips, and these weren't bad! I don't think they are homemade, but they did a good job of being a delivery device for the salsa. Salsa was pretty good, pretty watery. But the flavors were there so okay! Tacos arrive. Beef taco was really good! It was really large for a standard taco for only a few bucks, filled with an ample amount of meat, cheese and diced veggies. Much like the salsa, the taco was pretty watery. Actually, a little too watery. It made for a super messy situation, which was hard to control. But you know, I can't stop won't stop, so I plowed through that taco with vigor as sauce dripped down my hands and cheek. Definitely a more ""Americanized"" version of a beef taco, with shredded american cheese and ground beef. The chicken was pretty good, nothing too crazy. Again, watery! I think it's best to stick to the beef tacos. Definitely the star here. I will say, the staff was friendly, but when you sit at the counter, you can see them prepare the tacos and salsa, ect. It's a little off-putting because everything is in enormous vats, who knows how long that salsa has been sitting there? What about the beef? Listen, I wasn't born yesterday. I know most restaurants have food sitting in massive plastic containers, ready for plating. But I don't want to look at it, ya know? I want a little smoke and mirrors. So that wasn't too great. But the beef taco was worth returning for! I think this is a late night destination win. You know, so you can watch them prepare your tacos with your beer goggles on.",real
41749,"Just went here to hang out with my husband.  We were on a beer kick and tried four beers, sat down at a table and hung out.  Ommegang Witte was delicious and now my husband is a Duvel fan as well.  Next time we'll have to get the fries they smelled so delicious!  Nice staff, Nice interior, but for some reason the bathroom line was really long!  Four stars just for waiting to pee!",real
2782,"As a native South Philadelphian, I've had my share of Geno's. I much prefer Pat's instead. Geno's steaks are way too fatty for my tastes, and I often waste a lot of the meat by choking on the fat and having to spit it out. It's wet and soggy, which I'm not a fan of either. The fries always taste like cardboard, most likely from their container. I know it's something of a ""tradition"" or what have you for the workers to be ""tough,"" but most of the time they're downright a*******. God forbid you so much as sip a water you didn't buy from them, they scream and yell at you like you just killed their puppy. They make fools of themselves, and if you ever do get yelled at, just hold your head high and know that it's only Geno's who should be embarrassed for what they've done. Also, it seems like every week they raise their prices more and more. A soggy, fatty, wet steak for $8, that I end up spitting most out? I know it's a tourist trap, but eh....not worth it. For a steak, a cheese fry, and one soda, it'll run you about $15 or so. That money is much better spent right across the street at Pat's. I'd rather wait twice as long for Pat's than ever eat at Geno's again. I only go now if I'm dragged there, and even then I won't give them my business.",real
25806,"Jadis is, hands down, a wine-bar must for anyone in New York City. They have a great selection of wine and amazing food. But it's the phenomenal staff that really sets this hidden gem apart from other establishments. I highly recommend booking your next large event there. Just wrapped up my 30th birthday celebration and could not have been happier. Unseen to casual patron just walking through the front door, Jadis has a fantastic lounge in the back with couches and sectionals just waiting to be sat on as you sip on a glass of prosecco and nibble on a mushroom truffle puff pastry. If you haven't checked out this place you really should. I've gone several times and have never been disappointed. You won't either.",real
6986,"This was my first Stephen Starr experience.  Having never been to one of his restaurants, I wasn't exactly sure what to expect.  Maybe because of this, I just took it as kitschy and fun, rather than being over the top.  If this were to open in New York, however, I would dismiss it out of hand.  I just figured, when in Rome, do as the Romans do! The food was crazy cheap compared to Manhattan prices.  It was all pretty retro, but I'm assuming (hoping?) that it was to fit with the vibe.  Who does lobster macaroni and cheese anymore?  Apparently Continental, and it was delicious.  The cocktails were also cheap and good.  I particularly liked the Dirty Shirley.   Our waitress was really awesome and handled our large group with ease.  Part of our group wandered in late, and she was really gracious and sweet.  Service like this always makes me happy.   When I'm on vacation, I like doing things that are out of the ordinary.  This certainly fit the bill, and was satisfying to boot.  Yeah the decor is crazy and flashy and weird, and the menu isn't innovative, but if you like to take things not so seriously sometimes (as I do), then Continental is great.",real
23819,Food...meh.  Tres leches cake...omg!  I stop by to pick up a cople of pieces for dessert now and then.  When going to a party I receive requests to bring their tree leches cake.  Make on site by a sweet older mexican woman.  Very nice people.,real
46514,I tasted the best pizza ever at this restaurant. I tried the truffled mushroom & zucchini pizza. I never tasted so much flavor in a pizza. The service was wonderful and the setting inside is great. Over all everything was wonderful and I love this place.,fake
3544,Came here for brunch last weekend. Delicious veggie wings with fried Brussels sprouts mixed in.  Then I had the toad in a hole which was huge and full of delicious chorizo.  Would highly recommend it and look forward to coming back when the deck is open.,real
696,"Five stars for exceeding expectations! The tapas were delectable and affordable and promptly delivered (we were in a rush). The service was friendly and warm--like we were regulars, even though it was our first visit. The sangria was just the thing to loosen us up after a long day at work before going to a concert at Webster Hall. Very pleased with this find, and looking forward to going back.",real
47608,"Nicolas used to be my favorite restaurant in the area. Unfortunately, since they moved from Hawthorne the food has gone down hill. We ordered chicken Marcela tonight and the sauce was like water. No flavor at all and the mushrooms appeared to be canned. My daughter would not even eat the water soaked chicken. Perhaps today was a really off day, but we will not be returning for overpriced boiled chicken.",real
45323,"You're hungover on a Sunday morning and need a Bloody Mary to remedy your misery. Look no further! I'm a huge fan of West Chelsea, you have the Meatpacking/ West Village to stumble to afterwards if you're looking to keep the fun going. Food is great but not trying the Bloody Mary here is a sin.........",real
1061,"Philly icon lives up to it's rep for good steaks, but not the best I ever had.",fake
44622,"Was looking for a place for a glass of wine and small plate near my hotel; read about Pierre Loti and liked the looks of it. Walked in; there was one other group in the place. Stood for a few minutes and made eye contact with a few of the servers. Nada. So I sat myself by the front window. I sat there. Waiters looked at me. I smiled at one. Continued to sit. Waited a few minutes. Nothing. Stood up to leave but decided to say something. Walked over to bar where 4 waiters were gathered. One said, ""Do you need something?"" so I replied, ""No."" and walked out. Went down the street to La Cava and LOVED it. Great service, great deal on glasses of Prosecco. lacavanyc.com",fake
30196,"One of the best places to go on a thurs night. More money no problems all 90s hip hop love it. This place gets packed and fast. Music starts at 10p and it looks dead at first but  its like you blink and the dancefloor is wall to wall, and yeah it is a small dance floor but it gets jammed pack.. wear xtra deordorant that day you will need it.",real
46860,"Parking is lame, poor service the waitress are kind of rude but the food is really good. I try to avoid this IHOP",real
42737,"I'm so glad I finally got to try Max Brenner as all of my friends in the east coast rave about it! I have to admit the bald man intimidated me at first glance, but I realized he just wants us to obsess about chocolate. How not to fall in love with him?? My family and I came here for dessert only. The service was fantastic and I would like to thank our server for the wonderful experience! I was thinking about skipping the drinks, but everyone was super thirsty by the time we got to the restaurant. I'm glad we didn't, because each of them tasted fantastic! All of the smoothie drinks came in the adorable MB ""Alice"" cup! 1. Orange Smoothie ($6.75): Fresh fruit smoothie with the perfect amount of cinnamon! This was probably my favorite! 2. Fruit Smoothie ($6.75): It's a blend of strawberry, mango, banana, and orange juice, but instead of using passion fruit as it says on the menu, the Max Brenner at Philly uses superfruit. It looked like a chocolate shake but was super refreshing. 3. Golden Latte ($6.75): One word...HONEY. The aroma of this fruit yogurt drink was perfect. 4. Yellow Granita ($3.50): This was my drink. It's a lemonade blended with fresh mint and ice--hands down the MOST refreshing drink I've had! Some might find it too sour, but I thought it was perfect! It ties with the Orange Smoothie! MB has an amazing assortment of desserts. Their menu is divided into hot chocolates, cocktails and milkshakes, waffles, cake desserts, fondue, and ice cream. 1. Tutti Fruitti Waffles ($13.95): Belgian waffles with berries and a scoop of ice cream. Comes with the chocolatey goodness known as choco-pops, which are crunchy chocolate pearls! 2. Munchies Waffles ($13.95): The better waffle deal with TWO scoop of ice cream. 3. The Melting Chocolate Truffle Heart Cake & Shake ($14.25): To be honest, I should have gotten a waffle instead. The set comes with a chocolate lava cake (with white chocolate in the center), vanilla ice cream, and an iced milk chocolate shot. It did not come with berries as it was noted in the menu. The ice cream melted pretty quick next to the warm milk chocolate pot that's to be poured on the cake. The cake itself was pretty dry. We came when it was 8 p.m., and they were all out of the I-Scream Bar Fondue. I should have went with a fondue instead. Can't complain too much, though. Our server was attentive and everything tasted great.",real
44511,"It takes a lot for me to give a bar 5 stars.  Seriously--I have high standards not only for what I imbibe, but for where I do it and for how I feel before (excited to go?) during (wow this drink is delicious and I'm getting perfectly tipsy) and after (the perfect stumble without fall back to my doorstep and into my bed, no I'm not an alcoholic, just have a low tolerance).  The Counting Room satisfies to the T all of the above needs.  The decor is fresh (the top floor is warm, wooded, exposed brick with wine and beer and the perfect sized American tapas) while the downstairs has amazing cocktails and sexy mixologists running rampant with their creative mixing of the best types of alcohol.  As of late, they've added a particularly attractive DJ with a fun playlist, playing at the perfect level as to still be able to maintain a conversation.  The vibe is a little bit old school meets Brooklyn hipster, and the age might skew more late 20s (which is older than myself but such is life when in need of a classy joint), and all in all, it's my new favorite, reasonably priced neighborhood spot.  Berry is the best block in North Williamsburg and it just keeps getting better!  Rock on Counting Room.",real
33850,"Weak beer selection, too many yuppies and hipsters, and awful service (very pretentious). The usually have good crowds, decent margaritas, and really good empanadas.",real
12523,"I am in love. This place is LOUD, so don't expect to have a heart-to-heart here. The space is incredible, you walk in and think ""Ah, it's small"" but don't be folled, cause the back is a two floor affair. Dim lighting, close seating, be ready to yell your conversations a bit. My friend and I ordered the roasted chicken with a side of rice and beans. The green sauce that comes with it is amazing! Very chutney like, but with a twist. the chicken was succulent and very fresh. The skin is a little salty in my opinion, so I avoided that. The rice and beans were great. We also ordered the chocolate cake with duche de leche ice cream-- divine! We were so stuffed by the end of it. Portions were huge (I've heard the matador combo is great so I'm gonna be back with 4-5 people to share that), so I def recommend sharing, service is attentive even when it's busy. A gem on 10th ave!",real
22070,"I've been waiting to come here for a while and it's always packed. They do take reservation, I highly recommend make your reservation before you come. cause you don't want to standing in the cold forever. The place is cute/cozy/small. I would say it's very unique decor, however I wasn't too impressed with the wine menu. It says it's a food and wine bar. I thought it'll be much more section on the wine. it's not that many sections.  My friend ordered food and she liked it. but the portion was small. Not a place you want to come when you are super hungry. I can see it's good for a date or small group of friends to chill. I wasn't too impressed that's all I can say.",real
44870,"After reading some very pleased reviews, I had high expectations for this spot. Certainly off the beaten path of Princeton, I liked the setting and the friendly servers. Not being too hungry I ordered the Marinated Goat Cheese Salad and then on a last-minute impulse added the special Asparagus Soup...good thing because the salad portion was on the small side, even for an appetizer. Both dishes were tasty, but for the price, I would have hoped for a little more food.",real
32473,"Went on a Friday night with four families. Waited over an hour for our food to arrive and when it did the waitress could be bothered with much more than dropping the food on the table. The food was pretty good, but the Boom Boom Burger was bland...they did however charg us for the KIDS' soda refills which I think was pretty crappy fo the amount of alcohol and food was ordered. I can't say I'll return to give them a second chance.  Blackthorn Irish Pub on Rt. 46 is a much better option.",real
1348,"I don't get it.  Great drunk food, or a quick sandwich on your way out of town.  Philly is starved for good restaurants if this place is as good as it gets for sandwiches.  WAY too overpriced for a lot of bread too.  The cheese whiz version is way to greasy and hard to eat without making a mess. Only option is onions.   Yes, tourist trap.",real
23928,"After reading So many good reviews on this place, I knew I had to give it a try. Especially for the rodiZio and the sangria. Sadly though, I think there's too much hype about this place. The meats offered were good. Their sides and salad bar are a poor excuse of side dishes.",real
41569,"I really enjoy this place for brunch. While there isn't anything too atypical on the menu, you have a pretty short-but-standard set of items to choose from. The design and atmosphere is remarkable. Its truly gorgeous masonry interior is cozily lit. The service is always friendly. There's room to dine al fresco in the back on nice days. I've had the just about everything on the brunch menu besides the pancakes and have always enjoyed myself. I believe all the meat is sourced locally. There are also some fun drinks to try, like the peculiar Bacon-Bourbon Bloody Mary or the Witte Screwdriver. I hear it's a busy pick-up bar when Astorians have come out to play in the evenings after a long week of work. Completely different atmosphere and vibe during brunch. The staff is very chill. Take a gander and give it a shot.",real
17903,"Mmmmmmm. Good everything. Blueberry pancakes, sausage cuts, hash browns, bacon, and eggs....all served in true crowded seating NYC style complete with air conditioning above dripping water on your head and on your food. And I'd do it again.",real
45440,"Yelp needs to figure out a way to segment out different meal times. While this restaurant has consistently favorable brunch reviews, the dinner does not appear to impress. Cookshop had everything tee'd up for a wonderful dining experience, in the end fell flat with the entrees and service. I recently had dinner there, and was not impressed. Let's start out with the ambiance. The build out is great, and the tables are refreshingly spacious for Manhattan. The menu touched all the right food groups, with tempting snacks, fresh entrees and excellent presentation. It did not seem like they had wine bottles, simply glasses, but the selection seemed well chosen and each glass I drank was suitable. After ordering drinks we honed in on appetizers and snacks. They were the highlight of the meal. The wagyu slider was delicious and the oysters were off the charts good. I ordered the chicken after my waiter informed me it was the best he's ever had. I found it to be overly moist to the point where water robbed the chicken of her flavor. The trout Natalie F. had was excellent, but my dining companions pasta did not get rave reviews. After dinner, some port and ice cream beckoned for our attention. The wine unfortunately came after the ice cream, which is a huge bummer because you can't wait while the ice cream melts. Anyway, I'd come back to try the brunch, or to have a glass of wine and snacks. Not for dinner though. The final bill hurt a bit much for a so-so experience.",real
11192,"Let me start out saying that this place doesn't need any more good press...but since I've been coming here for 10 years now and it has been the host of some of my most memorable meals her in new york, I wanted to make this my first review on yelp.  If it makes my opinion anymore valuable to you, I work in the industry cooking at a 3 star NYT. I can't speak for the brooklyn location, it might be better to get a seat but at the Sullivan St. location there is a great atmosphere and the same servers/bartenders since the 90s. If you go often enough, they'll remember you and the staff does a great job of making you feel at home. Certain menu items have changed due to availability over the years but the menu has remained the same glorious mix of everything you'd need for an amazing meal. My favorites: Raw Bar 9/10 - Excellent service and great quality seafood, particularly the oysters...East coast oysters just make sense, always fresh, ask for the blue ribbon hot sauce. Steak Tartare 9/10 - The texture of the beef is the star, it's finely ground instead of sliced, seasoned right to the edge and served with gaufrettes. Classic. Foie Gras Terrine 7/10 - If it's your thing, you'll love it, if not your thing than there's a 68% chance it will be after eating this. Beef Marrow & Oxtail Marmalade 10/10 -  Airy fresh brioche, marmalade is perfect balance of sweet/savory and served with a side of coarse sea salt? Stop looking at the menu and order this. Sweetbreads 8/10 - Always done well and the arugula is key. Fried Chicken 9/10 - Breaded with Matzoh meal, never greasy and served with honey.. Changed my life. Strip Steak 8/10 - Skip the hanger, this is better.",fake
22223,"OMG!  The food is fantastic!  The guys who work there are so hot.  The whole time I was eating there with my parents I couldn't take my eyes off the one totally Mexican looking guy who took our order.  I wanted to go down on him in the bathroom so bad, but I couldn't figure out a way to signal him with my stupid parents noticing something was going on.  I must go there this week by myself when they are slow.  I wanna get wasted and get him in the bathroom for a quickie.  Do you think I care?  I gotta have him.   I highly recommend this place on so many levels.",fake
17079,"While the pancakes and biscuits are phenomenal, I have found the rest of the menu at Clinton Street Baking Company to be completely underwhelming. Their egg dishes are rather tough, the food is generally rather bland, and if you have ever stopped by, you will know that the restaurant cannot accommodate the combo of tourists and locals that stop here, so wait times are enormous. We came in at 9:30pm one night and waited 2 hours for a table that they told us would be 40 minutes. If you really need amazing pancakes, this is the place to go. I just don't find the $15 price tag and 1.5 hour wait to be worth it.",real
38276,"Popular and crowded for good reason, BCD Tofu House delivers the goods when it comes to spicy tofu soup, solid Korean BBQ, good panchan, and experienced service.   Spicy Tofu soup was a standout here, and there is a terrific ""bang for your buck"" factor at play. Great value for a big meal in a central K-Town location. Highly recommended.",real
14461,"Drinks were good. I had an apple martini. Being someone who doesn't eat meat it is very rare to find any type type of fish burger. So I was shocked to see a tuna burger on the menu. I added cheese, and got the wasabi mayo on the side. THIS BURGER WAS GOOD. Definitely something I would go back for especially. Self seating is a plus. It could be a little brighter. But I will be returning.",real
3872,"When first came into this little restaurant the place was half full, it wasn't until I was waiting for my food that I realized that I was the only customer there, they all worked there or were friends hanging out. I think that's pretty much the laid back Puerto Rican culture and I'm perfectly ok with that. I thought it was endearing that a couple old ladies were sitting one of the tables peeling garlic spending time with each other. I think that kind of love of culture translates to the food here. I've only been here once but I was so happy with my mofongo (about $8) that I'll definitely be back. Most of the meals here are $7-13 so it's definitely an affordable place to make return trips. It's not a fancy place so don't expect the most attentive service or a romantic atmosphere, just classic latin food done well. Back to that mofongo. It was made 100% by scratch to order and was incredibly flavorful and unlike others I've had, moist. It's listed under apps but no normal person could eat it and still get a full meal afterwards.",real
11361,"After a late flight into NY, I was starving.  The word was this place was really solid on the food front, so I stumbled in around 2am after calling in a to-go order. My wife wanted to have a drink once we arrived, so we sat in the corner and I nibbled on a chicken wing.  Either a host or a server kindly welcomed us to a table instead and replated our boxed food for us.  Outstanding. The fried chicken, while pricy, was perfect.  I love that you get the whole half chicken, wing included.  The collards, potatoes and gravy were all just spot on.  My wife does not like chicken, and she actually ate more of this than I did, but only because she was faster. The next night, we both came back for a late night meal and had oysters and beef tartar.  The oysters were juicy and fresh, and the sauces that come with them are very delicious.  Keeping up the raw them, the beef tartar came up next.  While the chips served with it were a bit salty and broken. the tartar itself was amazing.  Super tender, balanced and well seasoned.  So good that I almost got a second plate of it, and as I write this, I wish I had one in front of me. Great service, classic food that's prepared very well, and a great atmosphere.  Two happy customers, and if I come back to NY I'm going to make an effort to come back here!",real
39391,I came here for brunch on a Saturday and the service was great. My glass was never past half empty before they refilled it. The food came really fast. They had a decent sized menu. I couldn't even decide what I wanted. The prices were reasonable and the portions were large for a French restaurant. The food was very good. I have no complaints. I would definitely come back again.,real
32278,*music:  is good but a little too up beat for dinner time. I know other similar Thai places that play house/trance but more of a mellow beat. *food: Tom yum is pretty good. Could be spicier. crab ragoons had a lot of cream cheese and little crab. Sake wasn't impressive. Pad Thai was too sweet. I've been to Thailand though so maybe I just have high expectations :),real
36655,"We just had the spring rolls and the Pho Tai to go. The rolls were only so so, the sauces for them were great and the pho was fantastic so we are definitely returning for a fuller meal. Ingredients were fresh and flavorful and amply portioned. We moved from NYC to the burbs and have been desperately seeking Vietnamese. Will have to wait longer for banh mi, however, as unfortunately Saigon Grill doesn't make the sandwiches. Reasonably priced (like NYC). If it was Summit, dishes would cost 66%-100% more (like our local Thai place).",real
5122,"Very nice bar in the Gayborhood for dining and conversation.  This is one of the few where you can actually hear the conversation with the person you are there with, as the music isn't deafening!  The food is pretty darn good and worth the trip. Bar staff is freindly and hot, especially that asian barback they have!! YUMMY!",real
11322,"I live in SoHo and this place opens at 4pm and you can still order dinner at 4am and eat fantastic food . Service is aces , easy to park hey its like non other",real
45212,"I've come for brunch, lunch, and dinner before a night on the town and this place has never disappointed me. The food is so fresh and the menu changes daily. It's in a great location and definitely worth traveling to. I like the cozy ambience. It's always buzzing in here so I recommend making a reservation. At brunch, I had a delicious bloody mary made with citrus vodka and garnished with a fresh oyster. Great twist on the classic bloody mary. I had a really refreshing salad for lunch that left me full, but not overly stuffed. At dinner, we were sent out extra appetizers to taste. That was a really nice touch. I will definitely be back to Cookshop soon!",real
23858,Great food! Rude Bartender,fake
22203,I have passed through Newark Airport countless times and "thank the lord" that I finally found a gem in this tough looking neighbourhood.  Searching for some good Spanish Portuguese restaurant that locals go to?  This is it. I always get some clams for starters and then finish off with the Seafood paella.  I have posted some pics of the generous portions (check it out).  Service is always excellent.   Just typing out this review gets my taste buds going....,real
29739,"Love Silk's brunch, although they took the veggie burger off the menu. Also it took over 30 minutes last Sunday for an omelet and some hash browns. But they are busy I understand. It's worth the wait!",fake
27279,Love this restaurant. Terrific food and service. The best fried chicken I have ever had! Popovers are served as bread a doused with honey. Great apps and mains. Interesting and reasonable wine list and great beers on tap. Just can't wait for next visit - it is always that good.,real
3748,"It is about time I laid down a serious review for Kelliann's. I have lost enough rounds of Quizzo here to be able to assess the situation. First off, the space is small and the tables tend to be close together. During busy nights, it can get a bit cramped. However, the friendly patrons make the tight squeeze feel less awkward. Like Meredith said, this is a neighborly bar whose customers are almost always from our hood. That said, Kelliann's is not at all pretentious or trying to be a gastropub (thank god). The food tends to be good and cheap. The sliders are great, they come with fresh-cut fries and they're only $6. I also had a grilled tuna burger here that was wonderful with the spicy sauce with which it was served. Salads are surprisingly fresh and the portions are generous. The beer menu is the usual suspects- Yards, Guinness, Yuengling, Sam Adams, ect. However, Deb is a great bartender. She mixes strong drinks with precision and speed.",real
4825,"This place would get 5 stars if the home fries had more flavor.  That said, everything else was fantastic!  My western omelette, the standard by which I rate all diners, was hearty and not at all greasy.  The coffee was delicious and everyone around us seemed to be enjoying their food as well.  I got a taste of the lemon ricotta pancakes and they were nom nom. It was a rainy sunday morning so there was no wait, but I can definitely see how this place can get super packed.  The wait staff was great and I appreciated the guy who came around with free cookies, even if they were from a package. I can't wait to go back and try everything else!",real
2501,"Let me start by saying I really don't eat cheesesteak.  Based on direction from locals and previous patrons, I decided to go to Geno's.  I had provolone and onions and it was quite good.  However, it was so greasy that I almost couldn't get my mind off of that fact.  It's a must visit place on your tour of Philadelphia, but if you're not into fast food, don't expect much.",real
3962,"Just moved to the area.  Super excited.  Decided to step into Casa Adela to have my first meal in my new neighborhood.  Had the half chicken with rice & beans, avocado salad, and a batida de papaya.  Chicken was super juicy and flavorful.  Black beans were soooooo yummy, cooked perfectly.  She used the West Indian type of avocado for the salad - I kind of prefer the creamier avocados, but it was still good.  The batida was so-so...  it was too ice-creamy for me.  Overall, it was a good meal - I cleaned my plate!  Will definitely be back to try her other stuff!",real
29785,Had the Posole Rojo aka a beef stew. Delicious meal BUT $17 for what is considered the poor man's food in Mexico is just a little absurd. At least give me the whole avocado if you are going to charge that much. Overpriced with little appeal to go back.,real
44872,"My girlfriend and I came here with our respective families for a graduation dinner, expecting great things. We barely managed to have a good time, despite Eno Terra's best efforts to ruin dinner. Before we even got into the restaurant, the (mandatory) valet crashed our car. Literally just backed it into another car in the driveway. One of the tail lights was blown out and rear bumper bent in so it wasn't just a bump. The manager hardly seemed concerned and did little to amend the situation other than asking to see proof of insurance. Following that, it took at least four different attempts to give everyone in the party a menu; the server kept bringing too few for everyone to have one. The same happened with water and we had to ask multiple times for everyone that was missed to get a glass. There was a large party upstairs that apparently was much more valued than we were. The waitress told us as much, saying they would ""get to our food as soon as everyone upstairs was served."" Why would you tell your customers that there are OTHER customers you are prioritizing? I get that you have to, but don't tell us to our faces that the larger party is more important. We waited two hours before seeing any food, and they couldn't even refill the bread baskets for us after we burned through them while waiting. Let's not forget they had crashed our car already - the manager couldn't swing us even our appetizers as we waited? We saw at least one other table get up and leave during this time. When the food did come, reviews were mixed. Personally, my pesto pasta was miserable, oily, and bland. It tasted and looked like the bottom-of-the-pan scrapings from upstairs. For our two hours wait, the manager offered us a complimentary dessert platter. ""At last, justice!"" I thought. Finally recognition that service had been terrible, we had waited two hours, and the restaurant had crashed our car. But this complimentary dessert platter was very obviously the leftovers from upstairs. It was 8 cookies (9 people in our party), one random little tart, and one other random pastry, none of which were particularly good. Pathetic, yet the restaurant still had the audacity to charge 20% gratuity and offer no other compensation for their terrible service. Will not be returning anytime soon.",real
24368,"The food was good - the grilled ceasar was one of the best salads I've had in a long time and the service was quick. The waitress did balk a little when we asked to divide up the check and also charged us $3 for a little bowl of pickle slices. (Which were delicious, but not worth $3 for a condiment sized bowl of pickles.)",real
3408,"Graduation Disaster! Last night was the worst experience my family and I have ever experienced at a restaurant.  My daughter graduated with from the College of New Jersey.  She wanted to go to her favorite Italian restaurant near the college, Piccolo's in Pennington.  I had made the reservations for 8PM almost 2 months.  So when we arrived there was a crowd waiting to get in.  When we approached the hostess they said there would be a wait.  They were seating people who had reservations from 6PM who did not arrive until 7:30-8PM.  They had obviously overbooked because of the graduation.  Several groups left because of the extended wait.  We eventually did get seated around 8:50PM.  Frustrated and upset we were finally tried to enjoy the evening.  We did not have a waitress stop by or drop off menus for at least 15 minutes.  Ordered an appetizer and all the dinners around 9:10PM.  Of course the prices were an average of $4 more than the normal menu.  Waited patiently for the main courses, asked the waitress several times for our meals, mentioned that we had grandparents who lived an 1 1/2 hours away and a brother who had to catch a train for NYC by 11:07PM.  Finally talked to a manager who was here from the Newtown store.  Told him we had to leave and we wanted the check.  He was very apologetic and asked us to wait.  All of a sudden the food came out at almost 10:30PM.  We were getting up to leave and the Newtown manager said that the entrees would be taken off the bill.  The he came back and asked for my name and phone number.  He handed me an envelope with a $40 coupon instead of reducing the bill.  He said he would call today and what a surprise no call. Piccolo's has been in the area long enough to know what happens on graduation night but they are more concerned with making money then supporting the college communities that have supported them for years.  The $40 coupon has been thrown into the garbage.  I will never set foot in any of the 3 Piccolo restaurants in the area. Thank you for ruining a great day.",fake
35469,"I have been curious about Rouge for a long time, I was apprehensive about trying it considering they do not take reservations, and was concerned that they would be very busy and have a long wait. However when walking past the restaurant I was delighted to see that there were several open tables. Upon entering the atmosphere was very luxurious and had a elegant feel to it. However it is a very small space, the hostess seated us at a table which was right adjacent to the bar area, it didn't leave much room for comfort. I inquired about the 3 open tables by the window which were open, but was told ""they are spoken for"". For a place that ""doesn't"" take reservations this was disheartening. We decided to stay even though the hostess seemed to have an attitude at this point. We ordered the Rouge Burger and the Gnocchi. The burger was delicious, however I think it was very overpriced. The burger ended up being $18, and the Gnocchi was delicious but also overpriced for the serving. The sever was very pleasant and attentive with our drinks, however disappeared when it was time to take the check. Overall, the food was good but overpriced and the hostess's attitude was unnecessary considering how many excellent restaurants there are in the area for either the same money or less. Those tables sat empty for our entire meal, and other patrons left the restaurant because they wouldn't seat them at those tables instead of packing them in like sardines. I only gave it 2 stars because the food and server was good. I used the email on the website about our seating/hostess issue and received no response. I won't be returning there ever again.",fake
48412,"So it's not great New Haven pizza, true, they are still an awesome place. Plus, they deliver. I've had almost all of their pasta dishes, the subs are great, the salads are amazing, and their pizza is pretty good actually. Lots of choices and great veggie options.",real
28629,"4.5 Yay!  While walking in Soho, discovered another Cocoron opened up.  I loved their stamina dip at the other location.  Here I tried the Mera (think it is called Mera Mera)..cold soba noodles with hot broth.. It was pretty delicious.  Unfortunately my bf's choice he didn't think was nearly as good/flavorful (not sure which one, but it had chicken meatballs). Great service.  Nice space.   $12 each for a large.   Portion I felt was quite small.  But then again aside from the fact we both like to eat too much and we walked to/from Brooklyn that day, maybe the portions are just fine for most normal people.     Definitely worth a return visit!",real
5620,"We ate lunch at Soul de Cuba New Haven 03182014.  I've eaten Cuban food all of my life and my wife (from Puerto Rico) and I have eaten at countless numbers of Cuban restaurants, mostly in south Florida.  Near home there are no Cuban restaurants so to treat ourselves to a Cuban meal, which we hadn't had in a good while, we did a little trip down to Soul de Cuba, our first meal there.  It's a small place and we paid to park on the street nearly in front of the restaurant - very low fee.  The menu is very complete - we selected two of our favorites - the Picadillo and Palomilla steak, two of the most traditional Cuban selections.  Each plate came with black beans and rice and sweet fried plantains - in our book all a must for a real Cuban meal. Overall, we'd have to rate the food as ok in comparison to the other Cuban restaurants where we've eaten and to our own preparation of Cuban food.  That doesn't mean that it wasn't a good meal - we devoured everything, and it was a tasty meal.  But we felt it was a notch below what we usually have in FL.  The Picadillo I like and prepare has some tomato sauce - this appeared to have none.  And it did have capers, which I would rather not have.  Otherwise it was pretty well seasoned and it was tasty.  The black beans were ok.  Rice properly cooked.  The Palomilla steak was a notch below average - it could have had more seasoning, and most places in FL will serve it with some chopped onion and parsley for a little extra kick (which also works well for the black beans).  None came on our plate.  The sweet fried plantains were top notch. One thing missing was any Cuban bread.  That is a shame but as far as I know real Cuban bread doesn't exist outside of south FL - apparently a well kept secret recipe.  The pricing at Soul de Cuba was somewhat high - for our two plates about $10 more than what we are used to in FL.  We probably will not return, but we had a pretty good meal.",real
33527,"Sahara Grill has slowly and reliably become one of my favorite restaurants in the city. Although the interior isn't anything fancy, it's comfortable, clean, and inviting. The food is what really makes Sahara Grill shine. Faves are chicken shish taok, mint tea, and the Moussaka is to die for: like a huge, oil-laden eggplant steak, topped with meat and pine nuts, along with generous portions of salad, pita, rice and veggies. I keep coming back to this place again and again.",real
19459,"Great place for after dinner drinks. Similar to Royal Tavern, I'm pretty sure they have the same owners. Huge and great beer selection and the bartenders are really attentive and nice.",real
11331,"My friends and I went on a fried chicken hunt throughout the city and we had to stop by Blue Ribbon. $25.50 gets you a drumstick, wing and thigh with sides of mashed potatoes and collard greens. We ordered 2 for 7 people. Verdict? Definitely good, but not my favorite. I loved the skin - it was very breaded and thick. The chicken meat itself could have been more juicy and flavorful though. Bobwhite's chicken wins. Saw they are opening up a Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken shop at 1st street and 2nd ave - definitely going back to give it another try! By the way, I felt very under dressed when I went.  I would encourage to tidy up before going here to avoid judge-y eyes.",real
9629,One of our friends likes to frequent this place. We decided to meet there another couple for brunch on Sunday afternoon. The line to get in was about 15-20 minutes but it was well worth it. The sausages are great and the desserts are also quite unique. Well worth a visit!,real
2503,We added a trip to Gino's after seeing it featured on Man vs. Food and we were so glad we did. We drove all the way from Boston to take part in the duel with Pat's Steaks across the way. Best looking Steak n Cheese I have ever had. Sad to say that Gino passed away 5 days after we made our trek. I'm glad I was able to make the trip and meet Gino. RIP Gino,real
14472,"ok I will be honest, All I have had from here is the pierogi, the wedge salad, mashed potato, spring rolls and the roast free range chicken. I eat here a few times a month usually late night. My food has always been great and I love the atmosphere at North 3rd. It's loud ,laid back and casual. Staff and patrons are friendly. Friends I have gone with have never had a problem with any of their orders and enjoyed their food. It's a good spot to chill with friends and have dinner any night or to just grab a few drinks at the bar.",real
35124,"First off, friendly service. I wouldn't say everyone is well trained in serving but it's the friendliness of the server that makes my day, any day. Before I start jibber jabbering about the atmosphere or roominess, let me start with the food: GREAT PAELLA. It's got the crisp on the bottom of the pan and the rice is slightly harder-than-usual with fresh mussel, shrimp and meat. I personally think this is the best paella in the city, because I hate when chefs make the rice so soft that it clumps together like mush. I know others like it, and that's great, but the texture to me is just less...explosive? flavorful? Just try it and you'll see. Remember though, if you like soft rice, then this isn't the paella for you! Also try the expensive, but so worth it, squid balls! Crunchy on the outside and almost chowder-like on the inside. Finally, I didn't get into the back side of the restaurant because we were walk ins. We sat at the lounge area. FYI reallllly crowded in there. You might want to think twice if you don't like jabbing or being jabbed by ppl next to you. It's a nice (expensive) date place because it's next to a great speakeasy and a club two blocks down! Eat, drink and play my fellow yelpers!",real
47914,"went on a thursday which is free sangria night! we had brought a bottle of wine but i'm fairly certian that they didn't use the whole bottle b/c the pitcher was a little on the small side. decor (asian/carribbean fusion) was interesting and fun. instead of chairs on one side of the table we sat on a cool couch w/ lots of pillows. i ordered the ensalada del caribe b/c the menu described it as having hearts of palm. however, salad did not come with any. the bf had the 3 course prix fixe and started off with homemade chicken soup that he said was tasty. i had the monfongo with pork and bf had the bistec and we shared yucca fries. my pork pieces in my dish were well seasoned (could see the seasoning throughout the pieces) but dry. the mofongo lacked flavor and the cruchy chincharron pieces i'm used to. the sauce bf's bistec came in was amazing. wine-based brown sauce, i believe. we ended up dipping everything in it. we shared coconut flan and it was pretty tasty, with toasted coconut on top. i thought maybe b/c we got there around 9 pm that the main chef went home, explaining the quality of my dish. the service was great, everyone was very attentive. b/c of that and the ambiance, i'd be willing to try mambo tea house again.",real
3447,"I came in looking to enjoy a nice solitary lunch. Sometimes when your surrounded by craziness at work, you just need a nice quiet lunch. I walked into this restaurant that seemed to be brimming with business lunches and the occasional elderly mother daughter duos. At least 4 employees must have asked if I was with someone or was someone enjoying me.  My little confidence of enjoying solitude was suddenly hampered by this sudden need for having a person around me. I ordered the lunch pasta ravioli milano.  First came the bread which is a bit too chewy for my taste but I was too hungry to care. Then the salad which wasn't good! The lettuce was wilted and the dressing was way too sweet then usual balsamic vinaigrette. To my surprise, the ravioli really triumphed all. The sauce was robust, rich and the right amount of creaminess. The raviolis were pillow soft and shrimp was just perfect. I was a bit disappointed that I wasn't offered a dessert menu but I guess perhaps next time.....",real
24642,"I've never had a bad experience. I don't eat fish so I don't know about those rolls, but all the vegetarian rolls are to die for and i have yet to find a sushi place that makes them better.  Their Peanut avocado and sweet potato rolls are the best vegetarian rolls(maybe all rolls) on the menu hands down.  There was a two week span where i single handedly paid there rent because i was on such a sushi kick.  Go to I love sushi, and you wont be dissapointed!   I love, I love Sushi!",real
30261,"Since I was teenager, I've been eating here.  The food is always solid and they boast a nice beer selection. In the lounge, music is a mixed-bag of old school hip hop ( a personal favorite) with spanish and gypsy thrown in (this is on a friday night, by the way).  The crowd is...well, you don't care because you're there for the music, right?",real
743,love it! great food and amazing prices. fantastic staff.  flamenco shows. killer happy hour prices & ideal location. what more could you want?,real
40648,"EIGHT friggin' dollars for guacamole?  You're joking right?  Turns out the joke is on me.  The guacamole here is ridiculously good.  Being from LA and eating at any mexican place I can find (which is on every corner and in trucks that roam every street) I found it hard to believe a place in Chinatown in Manhattan could have the audacity to charge that much for guacamole.  So we order it... and holy cow. Wow.  Spiced perfectly, just a tad salty and the flavors of the onions, tomatoes, chiles and avocado marry so harmoniously with their just-greasy-enough tortilla chips.  Wash it down with a down right potent, yet delectable, fresh lime margarita (or two) and I've totally forgotten where I am.   Yea... with memories of the Pace Picante commercials of old... ""NEW YORK CITY?!?!?""  No rope necessary, this place is legit.",real
29029,"Honestly, it's rare to be able to find this kind of quality for this price, food, wine, perfect. I just moved to Chelsea, discovered this jewel and I'm sure that I'm going to improve my french !! Try the Aioli with the Muscadet OMG.",fake
21329,"What is not to like?  I've now been there three times and each has been fantastic.  And the people I've gone with have appreciated it just as much. My favorite dishes: the rabiola cheese and truffle oil focaccia, culatello, the lamb shank.... and of course the opportunity to try the wine.  The atmosphere is perhaps my favorite part of the evening, I adore the exposed brick interior as well as the heated covered garden. For the price, the portions and the flavors... it's five stars! PS. Great place for a date!",real
4633,"What the hell is this line? About 20 deep in the store and no one is complaining?  How can this be? Bribery, that's how. While you wait in line, they ply you with fruit, cookies, meats, gold, diamonds... Ok.  Maybe not the last two.   By the time we were seated, I was nearly full.  But that didn't stop me from having an entire plate of cheese fries washed down with a root beer float.  Yes, these are not what Tom's is known for but it was what I was craving.  Unfortunately, I found my order to be only borderline satisfactory.  The cheese was kind of cold and congealed and the fries appeared to come from a brown bag that can be found in freezers across American diners.  But fries covered in cheese is never a bad thing unless your a cardiologist.   What I should have gotten was the pancakes with lemon ricotta.  That sounds like it would make you wanna slap yo' mama.   What you should not get is the fishcake.  They are strange in texture and resemble neither fish nor cake.  The sauce they came with was pretty decent.  I enjoyed dipping my fries in it. I think the food was 2-star worthy but the service really bumps this place up to the 3rd star.  Even after we were seated and eating, the friendly people of Tom's would not stop shoving free samples in my face.  And I love free anything!  Spicy cucumbers, orange slices, more chocolate chip cookies! Oh my! Maybe I'm just not all that impressed by diner food in general (except when I'm really drunk/hungover) but I still think Tom's is a really unique experience that leaves you with a smile. Cheeeeeese. (but hopefully not the congealed kind.)",real
33627,"I really have no idea why my previous review was deleted, but after having eaten here over 10 times in the past year, I can still say that for the price, it's the best middle eastern food you'll get in the city. Sure, Zahav is wonderful, but you're looking at a wallet buster. Having grown up with East Asian cuisine, I always had high expectations for rice. Their rice has something in it I'd like to call ""magic."" The combination of seasonings, texture, moisture content, and temperature is consistently perfection. Their vegetables are roasted well, and the meat always has just-more-than-enough salt to leave me craving more. I've come here alone, with a buddy, and with 9 friends, and every single time has been as good as the last. Make sure that you shut the door behind you, as it doesn't close all the way by itself. Enjoy!",real
47281,"If they had more of the selections from the restaurant available at the cart, this would be a no-brainer five star rating. That's barely a criticism, as the options they do have are equal in quality to what you would get if you went to their sit-down location. The green beans and carrot, spicy lentils, doro wat, and yellow split peas are all delicious. And please, get the injera. I'm not even sure why rice is an option. There's no good reason NOT to get the injera. It's fresh and chewy and has that delicious sourdough flavor that pairs perfectly with the food. Sadly, this cart is criminally underpatronized compared to many of the others. But take heart! That means there's rarely a line at Lalibela and you can be enjoying your delicious Ethiopian food while everyone else is still waiting to stuff their face with greasy, all-you-can-eat Thai noodles.",real
9826,"Solid beer list and great atmosphere, sub par food experience. We were there in the evening of 11/14 (party of 2) and sat at the bar. Asked the bartender about the 'roast turkey sandwich' and he described it as ""thanksgiving leftover sandwich"". 10 minutes later they brought me an open-face roll with 3 slices of cold cut turkey with some bacon bits, stuffing and a few arugula leaves. Not sure if they had run out of roast turkey that evening and he didn't know or if they celebrate thanksgiving with cold cuts but this sandwich was worse than any pre-made $5.99 sandwich in a grocery store's deli section i've ever had and it cost $15.  It was served with parmesan garlic fries, which were decent. We were going to a movie nearby and didn't have the time to return the falsely advertised item and order something else and were starving. the other food item we ordered were chicken wings and they were of below average quality. I would not recommend eating there.",fake
19952,"As a Chicagoan who regularly eats superior Italian beef sangwhiches this is my first time at an official philly cheese steak. I was pleasantly surprised how good the sand which was. The bread was good,  the meat was good. As good as an Italian beef, pretty much the same beef except without the grease and gravy. I'm not a big fan if cheese, but had to have it philly cheese wiz style with the onions and the combination was really good. The staff was very friendly. My only complaint is that their fries taste exactly like fries from Burger King.",real
32827,"Oh my god! Heavenly! This place is absolutely delicious!!! Recommend to all! Great date place as well! Now that that is said, my fiancé and I went there to celebrate a half-year anniversary. The service and the food were the best! It feels like a great ocean-to-table cuisine, very fresh and not pretentious. The restaurant is very small so it's hard to get a last minute table. We had to make reservations several days if not a week in advance. Well worth the wait. Next, taking my parents there for their Sunday night tasting menu. Cannot wait!",real
22086,"My wife and I went for an anniversary and it was FABULOUS.  The portions are tapas sized so order 2 or 3 per person (as told by our server).  We ordered a total of 5 dishes (paneer, scallops, hummus pizza, skate, duck) and 2 desserts (chocolate cupcake, almond strawberries in truffle oil).  Our favorites were the scallops, duck, and skate, but all was delicious. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the dishes and wine selections, so take advantage of that.  All the wine was $25 a bottle!  You could not go wrong there! The space is small and we were lucky to get a bar like table for 2 against the wall so we didn't have to sit with anyone else. And we didn't get to meet Chef Mehta as he was at a charity function for kids, but we will definitely be back!",real
10199,"90% of the time you find me at White Dog, it means that my department is paying for me to eat lunch. It's a pretty solid place to have a business-type lunch on Penn's campus - say, if you've got a speaker or job candidate to feed. Especially if your department's picking up the tab. There's enough of a range of food that everyone can find something to eat, you can talk up the local food/Philadelphia history angle, and it's a pretty cute restaurant. It's not good enough that I'm that eager to give them my own money, though. I've always found the menu to be solid but uninspiring. Portions are adequate, prices are a bit high - especially considering we're in University City, not Center City. Service tends to be a bit slow and sometimes inattentive, although the place is always super-crowded at lunch so I get the impression they do what they can. The one thing that *will* bring me in to White Dog on my own is the hot cider they have in the winter. It's one of the only places in the area that has hot cider with liquor. My favorite has Tuaca in it, but there is one called something like the ""Apple Pie"" that comes with whipped cream and is DELICIOUS. If I'm looking to have a drink on a freezing day, it can be worth it to head here with some friends and sit in one of the booths in the room behind the hostess station and order some food from the bar menu. It's pricier than the other bars in the area, and the food honestly isn't any better, but I'll pay a premium every so often for some delicious cider. Mmm.",real
43780,Best Cheesesteak sandwich I've ever had. The "whiz" cheese was cooked with the meat and were a perfect balance. The bread didn't overtake the sandwich either. Eat inside and try all the different peppers and sauces to eat with the sandwich.  Awesome service as well! Even if you are from out of town.,real
31471,"Outstanding restaurant!  I can always count on a great meal at Caseus.  The lunch is great, but the dinners are out of this world.  And the chocolate pot au creme is therapeutic!",real
36546,"I think they put crack in the iced coffee, which is a major plus on my lack of sleep mornings. I take pleasure in knowing that I can trudge up the stairs at the 40th Street El stop and find solace just a few steps away. Even when my cat decides she's starved for attention at 4 a.m., two sips of a L&M iced coffee has me ready to go! go! go! with my day. The only problem is that since their coffee gets me super motivated, my poor boyfriend gets inundated with ""you know what we should do?!"" type text messages. All morning. The guy is a saint.",real
10170,"After White Dog changed owners, I felt the food quality had stayed the same, and that the presentation had improved. But as time went by, I had more and more mediocre to negative experiences there. Now I only go if someone I know wants to go.",real
45733,"Wholesome Greatness Locavore was the 2007 Word of the Year for the Oxford American Dictionary. Four years later, we're still singing the same grass-fed and trap-caught tune. And virtue is still delicious. Cookshop in Chelsea was where I dined last night and on this farm, we started with a round at the bar. The Cucumber-Jalapeno Margarita seemed like a safe enough bet, though we sent it back as it was overpoweringly spicy. The second attempt wasn't spicy enough, my suggestion would be to rethink the measures. My cocktail was the Cherry Orchard - a crisp summer cocktail with muddled black cherries and prosecco. I wished it were a bit more tart and tangy, but these palate preludes were ample lubrication for what came next. We began with the radishes and butter - crispy, bitter and delightful. Then the Montauk-caught squid with creme fraiche-orange vinaigrette, fennel, Cayuga Mills pinto beans and arugula - delicate and exquisite. The marinated beets, on a bed of field greens and goat milk feta were flavorful and the whole sea bass took the cake - literally, we were too full for dessert. E-I-E-I-Ommmm. For photos: theswizzle.tumblr.com/po…",real
10254,"After my unimpressive experience earlier this summer, I emailed the former owner Judy Wickes about the experience. (I was unaware the restaurant changed ownership in January). Both the former owner and the new manager promptly and confidently replied that it must have been an exceptional ""off night"" and this was not the standard experience of White Dog Cafe. The new manager graciously offered to have us visit again to make up for the last experience. We returned for an amazing dinner last Thursday. In short, my confidence is fully restored that White Dog Cafe is one of the expectational restaurants in Philadelphia. Every detail, every ingredient, every person at the Cafe was just perfect. Two special notes of this last visit: First, we skipped out usual bottle of wine for a seasonal local micro-brew. The waiter suggested his favorite and this turned out to be an excellent call. (Note to self: when greeted by an expereinced/involved wait person, solicit and rely on their recommendations more often). Second, while enjoying our dinner we overheard a party of 8 at the next table raving about the deserts. They had ordered one of just about every desert on the menu and passed them around the table for all to share. Their praises just did not end. When it came time, we had to try a couple of deserts ourselves despite our vow to cut out sweets on our current fitness drive. The bread pudding, cheesecake and a coffee drink called ""Lassie Come Home"" capped off a terrific meal with a final round of dazzling impressions. We plan to return soon for cocktails and a light meal midweek at the bar because we've never done that and the bar scene at the front of the Cafe looks like fun. It seems like the type of crowd where it would be easy to strike up a conversation. We will find out soon.",real
42264,"I've been dying to visit this place ever since I heard about it, and it was everything I hoped it would be. The food is healthy, extremely healthy, but you couldn't tell that from the taste as everything we had was amazing! If you're into taking care of yourself and are looking for a place to eat in the city, Hu Kitchen is worth a try. I only wish they would open one in Jersey so I could eat here more often.",real
18110,"This place is rated one of the best breakfast spots around and has the celebrity backing to prove it, I've seen a few celebs, not huge stars, but notable on more than one occasion while eating here, but don't go just by what the celebs are eating, go by what I'm TELLING you :)   Blueberry pancakes are awesome here....probably the best I've had so far(Blueberries are my fav, so I'm a little partial, but still, other people have agreed) as well as the rest of the hot breakfast items.  I personally like the regular eggs and bacon with the pancakes, but don't pass up on the Chicken if you have a craving for it.   Portions are pretty hefty, esp with the pancakes, so you will be full...don't let your eyes do all the ordering.  You might even be able to split a stack w/ someone w/ an additional order each.   Word to the wise- If you don't come early, you better not come at all, unless you're prepared to wait in quite a long line.  However, come in on a weekday and you'll fare MUCH better than you would on the weekend.   It's not the biggest place to eat, which factors in to the long waits, but if you come at the right time, you should be fine.   I never drive around the area, so I couldn't tell ya what parking is like, but it's on NY streets, don't expect too much.  I'd much rather take public here, as I do with everything in NYC.   You pay more here than @ any other hole-in-the-wall, but it's definitely worth it.  Service is always great, I've never complained yet.",real
9929,"I created a Yelp account just to write the most positive review possible for White Dog Cafe. I went for brunch today and the experience was more than I could have expected. I have heard many reviews of the White Dog, and I always thought it might be a bit out of my price range, but I wanted to take my mom somewhere nice for Mother's Day and White Dog fit the bill. The brunch menu actually is as affordable as any brunch place in West Philly/University City, plus they have an amazing drink special: unlimited mimosas, sangria (red or white), greyhounds, and bloody Marys for only $14 per person. I got the chicken and biscuits, which was fantastic. Crispy, delicious chicken with a mix of white and dark meat, flavorful biscuits, gravy, side salad, and a perfectly cooked egg on the side. I don't usually have a huge appetite, but I ate every bite! My mom got the brioche French toast, which she also enjoyed. It was a large portion and she was able to take some home with her. My boyfriend got the pork belly, which was beautifully prepared with a nice semi-char on the outside of the meat. It came with a side of kimchi, which he didn't necessarily enjoy as much as he could have, because it wasn't traditional cabbage kimchi, but more of a pickled salad of spinach and carrots. However, it was a matter of preference, and all of the portions were generous. Additionally,  the drinks were flowing, and there was never a long wait for a refill. Speaking of drinks--they were quite good. I started with two mimosas, which were made with freshly squeezed orange juice and decent champagne. Afterwards, I switched to the red sangria, which was pleasantly dry and not overly sweet. Our wonderful waitress did not mind that we took our time while taking advantage of the unlimited drinks, which we very much appreciated. After a while, though, the restaurant needed to free up our table for their next customers, but they invited us to continue drinking at the bar with comped desserts since we had to give up our table. They were extremely professional and friendly about asking us to move, and we did not mind at all. Once at the bar, the bartender began pouring our drinks in pint glasses instead of the usual wine glasses. He took great care of us. We felt a bit bad ordering the free desserts since we felt the move to the bar may have been due to outstaying our welcome, but the bartender was informed of the comped desserts and suggested that we go ahead and order. We were going to split just the creme brulee between the three of us, but the bartender suggested we also get the bread pudding. It was a much welcome suggestion, as the bread pudding was custardy, deliciously eggy, and had just the right amount of sweetness, with tart cherries on top. Our drinks were refilled promptly as we enjoyed our desserts. Overall, there is no question that we had a 5-star experience at the White Dog Cafe today.",real
14345,"still great wings, and Steve, Colin, Nacene and Lisa are all great staff members!",fake
30726,Probably the best bar pie I've ever had.  Great atmosphere.  Waitress was a little inattentive.,real
31265,"The Poutine was great. The cheeseburger was excellent.   However, I think they need to cool it with the fries.  The fries seem everywhere.  Service was nice and attentive.",real
19834,We ate here while in Philly got my first Cheese Steak here and Loved it. Friendly Staff Good food will go again next time in Philly! Great Job Guys! Reasonably Price and will take Credit Cards they are living in the 21st Century for sure!,fake
2285,"Made the trip from CT primarily to taste the legends and make the comparison of the two proverbial giants of the Philly Cheesesteak scene, Geno's and Pat's. Did the classic 'Whiz Wit' at each and while neither was anything that absolutely blew me away in taste alone, I won't be driving past without stopping anytime soon. Nothing anyone else hasn't said or doesn't know, but busy, and 'heres-your-change-and-your-sandwich-see-ya' very quick service. No problem here as the food is the star. In the end, both worthy of the hype but no doubt there's still something better out there. No true discernable taste difference between the two, although the texture of the meat might make a difference to some if comparing the two. From the standalone perspective: great bread, meat good and tender but limited in taste, and Whiz is Whiz.  The combination works well and IMO that is why they're here. It'd be a regular stop if I lived anywhere close by.",real
40486,"We walked around for 30 minute trying to find this place, there is no sign and it looks like it is abandoned. The food was decent, very small portions. If you are starving I would not reccomend going there. It is a very small place so you may have to wait, we were lucky enough as a group of 5 to get a table almost instantly.",real
24916,"This place is great for quick-serve healthy dining. I have been here several times (trying to make my way through the menu) and always leave feeling energized. So far I have tried the fish tacos (favorite) , balkan burger (love the slaw!), mahi curry (curry done right), basque shrimp (tons of flavor) and midtown chicken (excellent, filling salad). The dishes are well thought out and balanced. Highly recommend.",fake
40857,"I had a fantastic experience with Mama Mary's catering. My group ordered a meal for approximately 200 people, and they came in at a price that was far lower than other local soul food options. The meal was delivered on time, and I heard nothing but rave reviews. The pulled pork bbq had a spicy kick that was the crowd favorite. In the planning process, I worked with Sabrina, who was attentive and helpful. She allowed me to order by the pan, which really helped drop the cost per head for my event. She even threw in a complimentary pan of banana pudding to the order. I would be happy to work with her and the restaurant again. At the end of the day, Mama Mary's is delicious soul food at a competitive price.",fake
11917,"My new favorite restaurant. I ordered the Matador with friends and it was well enough for everybody!!! Best chicken and Sangria I've ever had, seriously.",fake
39603,"Over priced, food sounds interesting but not impressive at all. The rabbit dish had fat strings that were stuck in my tooth and had to be pulled out by hands (not pleasant during a meal!). House rolls were basically per-made rolls that were warmed up in the oven, nothing special. The house cured ham was not bad, but wouldn't come here again.",real
28162,Food was average and the service was unbelievably bad. The bloody mary was a nice treat although still doesn't live up to the hype.,real
37558,"We were here with a large group. The food was very good, but it's the staff that will bring me back. They're friendly and efficient, and they made the evening more enjoyable. Go.",real
44917,"We went here for dinner on my birthday.  Good food, good service.  A little bit expensive, but a very nice experience.",real
18526,"If I could give this 6 stars or more, I would. The best blueberry pancakes I've ever had - and they're on the dinner menu! ($11) Nice little cocktail list (raspberry lime collins was pretty good) and coffees, plus genuine hot chocolate!! The first place I've had real, proper, good hot chocolate in this city! Hoorah! (I may be a bit of a picky bastard in this area) Glazed root vegetables (delicious) and so many other tantalizing sides. No wait for a table at 9pm... and the service rocked. 7 stars! Eight! Do I hear 9? YES - 9 stars to the gentleman in the back.... TEN! Ten it is, then. SOLD... :) Note: CASH ONLY during the day",real
33045,"I lucked out and got treated to this fantastic restaurant by a friend who got stood up trying to take a guy she was dating out for dinner on his birthday.  Unrelated story, but I got to reap the benefits of the shallow, fickle nature of relationships these days...  Onto the experience.  The place is tiny, so a reservation is a must since it is also one of the best meals I have eaten in Philadelphia.  The place looks as though it might have been a sushi bar at some point since the kitchen is takes up one side of the small room and it is right there open for the diners to see.  Our seat was perfect.  It was the one away from the other tables and positioned in the left corner by the kitchen.  It was very unobtrusive and we got to see them building what turned into some very beautiful dishes.  My only mild criticism is the decor.  It kind of reminds of what Robert Wyland's dining room would look like.  I don't care so much for the intense aqua theme, but being a seafood spot.... I suppose it worked, and it is easily overlooked because of every other aspect.    I wish that I had written this right after eating so I could accurately describe our dishes, but this was a while ago so i can just say that we had three courses and every single one of them was near perfect.  The server was extremely friendly, prompt and knowledgable.  The menu is very small so it probably wasn't the most daunting task to memorize to perfection every ingredient in the dishes.  Don't take the small menu as a downside.  It is a definately a quality over quantity type of situation, and if you are worried about running out of options on repeat business, they run nightly specials so you don't have to keep getting the same five or six things.    This is one of the best places I can think of for a date.  It is a BYOB which I love.  I like shopping for some good wines before going to eat and being able to drink  a couple of bottles amongst friends without it costing over a hundred bucks.  The ambiance is nice (minus one point for underwater porno set wall decor).  The privacy is nice.  I don't really like eating in places where there are 500 other people stuffing there faces all around you or crying kids or obnoxious drunks.  You get none of that here. The plae is quiet, smells good, and is romantic.  It's a pretty sexy place.  The chef/owner has truly carved out his niche and mastered it.  I would recommend this palce to anyone looking for true dining experience that exceeds expectation.  My advice, though:  don't skimp on the experience.  The money you save by bringing your own wine should be put into getting something from all courses.  It gives you longer to talk in the great atmosphere and it offers a rollercoaster of amazing flavors from the chef.",real
1476,"Tried Geno's and Pats. I hate that they only take cash... So be prepared or you'll have to withdrawal $20 which is actually $23 after the ATM fee for a mediocre sandwich that cost $9.50. Everything about a cheesesteak counts and the only way Genos is better than Pats is they have better bread. Other than that, I'd rather have Steve's. They have GREAT Philly's. They take cards and they don't give you thin slices of meat. If you go at night there usually isn't much of wait.",real
12916,"I need to redefine what it means to be PO'ed. Previously I'd have days at work when I'm seriously PO'ed, commutes with the MTA can make me f'ing PO'ed but chicken at Pio Pio, now that is the antithesis of anger, hate and everything Yoda warned about. Firstly, I must thank friend and fellow yelper Benson Y. for suggesting we meet and eat here. A tip of the hat for picking a prime poultry spot! The interior was surprising and altered my expectations of what a peruvian chicken joint should be like. Why, the lighting is dim, the spacing is cavernous, I don't see any murals of Incan gods and there's a bar serving up pisco sours! Compared to other Peruvian chicken experiences elsewhere, this spot easily has a leg up on the competition for ambiance. I started at the bar with a pisco punch and our friendly hostess seated us in an area that overlooks even more tables. Did I mention just how large this restaurant is? I had previously studied the menu online so I knew what I wanted-- chicken pio , of course. $16 for a whole chicken and that is exactly what arrives, enough chicken for two to three servings, easily. I supplement my chicken pio with a cesar salad. I appreciated the waiter's asking if I wanted the salad first or with the chicken. Now if you want a side with the chicken, that will be extra so a heads up there. And while on Thanksgiving day (today), the turkey gets all the attention, I think a shout out for the reliable, workhorse of a bird, the chicken is in order. For the other 364 days of the year, chicken is there, humbly slaughtered for our culinary enjoyment without pomp, parade, circumstance or supermarket circular, and what was presented on my plate at Pio Pio was a bird's finest hour. Moist and juicy with a seasoned skin, the only add-on required (And not from any lack or flaw of the chicken itself) was the legendary green sauce. Rub some on a chicken breast and let the 70's porn soundtrack kick in, my friends. The cesar salad was noteworthy for the inclusion of sun dried tomatoes. There are other Peruvian delights on the menu, such as jalea (fried seafood platter), lomo saltado ( beef saute), and baked chilean sea bass. When I return I'll consider trying another option but with chicken this good, it'll be difficult to pry myself from it's tender, juicy flesh. To quote the always erudite will.i.am, ""Check this mother clucker out"".",real
19612,"Had Fried Shrip Po Boy that was good, french fries were very good. Great selection of micro brews. Had Russian Imperial Stout and Sly Fox Odyssey Imperial IPA. Both were excellent. Seemed a bit under staffed, but friendly enough.",real
37115,"Fork & Spoon has a fresh salad selection that is great. In general they have a huge food selection. Would only good there for lunch though - I haven't had dinner there but I have had breakfast and it's never been very fresh. Their staff (cashiers, etc.) are terrible though - lousy (customer) service! Always making mistakes, overcharging, etc.",real
21862,Small quaint interactive and spectacular!!  And the food is amazing too!,real
18173,"Ok, not impressed.  The pancakes were good, not stellar.  No offense but I can make them just as good, just fold in some whip cream to the batter.  The sauce is just maple syrup and butter pretty much boiled down to make it thicker.  French toast was good.  The homemade jam was good.  The scone sandwich thing was pretty crappy as was the crab thing they had as as special.  The crab was fishy, that's not a good sign.  The best thing was the fried green tomatoes.  That was delicious as well as the coffee.  Once is enough for me, especially with the wait.  Not worth it.  Recommend to go once just to try and say you did it.",real
16602,We came here before 9 and it was still a long line plus we had to wait 45 mins. Some folks may think that's insanity but I really wanted to try this place out. Let me tell you..it was worth it. I had the best waffle ever here. It was devine. It had raspberry and chocolate chunks on top if it with cream on top. Food orgasm!!! The space is tiny but I was amazed how fast the food comes out. When we got seated the wait was 2-2 1/2 hours..yup crazy! Get here early unless you want to wait a long time.,real
18892,"My friend and I rented a place in Soho, and I was disappointed to find there were no Famiglia's in the area.  That's always my NYC standard slice, so before I had a chance to make it to Midtown to eat there, I decided to hold myself over with Prince Street.  We each had the square, and we ended up splitting a regular slice as well.  Both were great, and we were definitely craving this pizza again.  Unfortunately I believe it closes at midnight, and our cravings typically came after that.  I wish this place was 24 hours so I could have eaten there again.  But considering I didn't have the urge to hit up a Famiglia's once I had their slice, I have to give this place 5 stars.  I'll be back.",real
2200,We drove to South Philly and tried both Geno's and Pat's steaks.  Though I think Geno's is ok Pat's just had the better cheese steak.  My opinion is that the cheese was definitely better at Pat's.,real
49383,"Have been to many, many pho shops--this is definitely top two.  Highly recommended.",fake
17446,Blueberry pancakes with maple butter... need I say more?,real
46785,"Way to step up and do the right thing! My first experience at In Riva was one of excellent food with what appears now to be a rogue terrible server.  Upon reading our reviews of our first visit, the manager took the initiative and reached out to us to apologize for what happened, and to invite us in for a meal to make up for it.  This alone was impressive - it's very easy to blow off negative reviews, but not that easy to step up and take responsibility for someone else's actions, then make up for it twice over.  I'd just like to extend a thank you to the restaurant's manager, Sue, our waitress for this visit whose name escapes me, and the rest of the crew.  It was a completely different tone for this meal. Second go round - service was right on.  Seated on time, friendly, paying attention, etc.  Not surprising considering this was a make-up meal of sorts, but still obviously proving that our first visit was the exception, not the rule.  So, now that we've established that... The food here is still ridiculously good - I've tried 4 of the pizzas now - cippolini (brussels sprouts w/ carmelized onions), wild mushroom w/ egg (stir up that egg), pepperoni, margherita.  All are worth going back on their own merit.  Those meatballs.  Those agrodolce ribs.  Wow.  Fennel salad was a great start as well.  Still think the cippolini pizza reigns supreme, but judge for yourself. Between 2 visits and generous sharing amongst friends, I've tried close to everything on the menu save 4 pizzas.  And I want to finish that quest.  The prices are actually pretty reasonable, and after 2 trips or seriously delicious food, a management team that isn't scared to admit fault, right wrongs, and prove they deserve your business, they've got my vote. If I lived walking distance, this place would be in the regular rotation.  So if you live in East Falls, I suggest you make that happen.  Outstanding food combined with a commitment to doing what's right is something I really appreciate, so I will definitely be back, although probably not as frequently as my taste buds would like.",real
19151,"Prices were decent, especially for the city. $3 for 2 samosas, $5 for a masala dosa, +$1 if you add fresh vegetables. I had samosas and a masala dosa today. Honestly i don't like the coconut chutney and the lentil soup that came with, but those may be an acquired taste. The samosas were great but i would be more reluctant to give the masala dosa a second chance, since i feel like i've had better. I came a bit after typical lunch hours, so i didn't have to wait long. The vendor was also very nice and volunteered explanations of things without me asking.",real
47835,"The ambiance is nice but I wasn't impressed with the food. We decided to get dessert elsewhere to not chance being unhappy. The waiter was also a bit slow and seemed to take her time with getting things for our table of 4. UPDATE- I went back tonight after buying a groupon and was disappointed yet again. The Gallego soup was overly salty, the empanada meat tasted very vinegary, and they added a 18% tip for a table of 2! This is Rutherford not NYC! Second chance and now it's official, I won't go back.",real
39357,"Excellent food! Friendly staff...perfect date night :)  Oh, and one of the best filet mignon you will ever taste!",fake
47311,"After realizing the Rail House was closed in the early afternoon, my beau and I strolled over to Meatballs & Co to check it out.  I had not been there since it was Flynn's last year...we were hungry and it was close so it seemed like a good time to try. The place was depressingly empty for a Sunday afternoon, with plenty of games on the TV.  The place looks exactly like the old Flynn's, except its not as dark.  Lighter paint on the walls and some wall sconces don't give it such a gloomy look anymore. We went decided to sit at the bar and ordered 2 beers.  Our waitress was friendly enough but we asked her if she had any suggestions or favorites off the menu - this is our litmus test to see how a) they present the establishment and/or b) really find out what is good there.  Sorry to say she failed miserably.  When the words ""uhhhhh"" come out of your mouth, to me, that is definitely NOT a good sign.  So we decided to just kind of pick and choose - an order of wings, pretzel nuggets with beer cheese dip and french onion soup to start.  Their special 'ball of the week was a greek style beef ball with tzatziki and that is what I ordered.  My boyfriend ordered the spicy pork bare balls with the meat sauce.  I will be completely honest in saying I was not expecting much. After waiting a good while (in actuality probably not that long but we were starved) the wings and soup came out. We dove in and the food was much better than I anticipated.  The wings were nice and crispy in a mild sauce and I got about a good 8 of them on the plate.  The french onion soup was also tasty, with the cheese on slightly charred on one end of the bowl.  We weren't even a third of the way in our apps when the rest of the food came out.  So now we have all these plates of food...could have been managed a little better coming out of the kitchen. The greek balls were good but I have 2 points to pick - the meatballs are really quite small and you get 2 of them cut in half in a big pretzel bun.  That's not even the real issue - you got small balls (he he) and a healthy amount of cold tzatziki.  The result being you have a cold ball sandwich.  I will say that even cold it was GOOD and the simple salad I ordered with it was also very surprisingly good.  The pork balls were nice and hot and came with a nice amount of sauce on it, but they weren't drowning in it; hence the name bare balls.  2 slices of foccacia to go with the pork balls were also good. The final verdict is overall, I was really happy with the food.  Can they do better as far as preparation/timing?  Of course.",real
32715,"As someone who was spoiled on Chicago breakfast joints, it is nice to find a decent breakfast place.....even if it is a diner.",real
17414,"FINALLYYYYY got the check this place out after living above it for months. Came in for a late dinner on a Tuesday night around 10 PM and it was pretty empty except for another couple. The interior is retro-cute and we were seated in a booth. Ordered the beet salad and Garlic Chicken Dish with root vegetables to share with a friend. They brought out biscuits while we waited for our food (which did take a bit of time considering how empty the place was) which smelled divine! Finally, the food came out. I was really happy with both the salad and chicken dish--served with an amazingly flavorful garlic jus, the chicken was moist and the root vegetables and spinach underneath were flavorful and filling. The portions were big which justified the price. Their menu is also seasonal so items change all the time which is nice. To be honest, I had high expectations so the food definitely lived up to its hype, but I don't think I would ever wait over 30 minutes to eat here. Next time, I obviously want to try their famous pancakes, but overall, I would definitely come back for any meal. I definitely want to take advantage of their 1/2 price bottles of wine Mon-Tues and their $14 beer and burger special Mon-Thurs.",real
650,"Soo....Im kind of a hot head. We were running late with some out of town friends, about 30 mins late. By the time we arrived, they gave away our table.Totally understandable but as a hot head I didnt give the best face and was visibly annoyed. Even though I gave a complete sh*t face he managed to get us a table. WOW. That was above and beyond. I appreciated very much that he accommodated us even though he didnt have to. Definitely recommend. The food is great- my guest were veryyyy happy! Especially with the croquettes! The sangria couldve been stonger though... The flamenco show is great! in between they played some of my favs: Enrique Iglesias, Carlos Vives, Julieta Venegas, and Manu Chao. Overall I recommend, especially after putting up with  my sh*t face for being late to my own reservation! :)",real
2371,"I stand firm that Pat's has better cheesesteaks, but as a cheesesteak joint in South Philly, Geno's has to be noted.  It's flashier, the lights burn brighter, and they catch your attention even if it's not your cheesesteak place of choice.  Their fries are better than Pat's, I'll give them that.  They have the attitude of Philly and the standard to-be-expected line of local Philadelphians at any hour.  Honestly, if I were a tourist (and I'm not), I'd try both Geno's and Pat's.  Decide for yourself.  Besides, you can never eat too many cheesesteaks.  (You could also give Tony Luke's a shot.)",real
33668,A really good restaurant overall. It's offers a really good dining atmosphere with inexpensive Lebanese/Middle Eastern food. I really love the seafood dishes but they also make great lamb and vegetarian cuisine. the service is great and they get you your food fairly quickly. It's a great BYOB to go to when your looking to eat out on the fly because it's rarely overcrowded and pretty easy to get a table.,real
31448,"I've been to Caseus twice. Once with a group of four. Another time with a group of eight. And, God willing, I'll be able to come back here with larger and larger groups. You see, I think I'm becoming somewhat evangelical about Caseus. The more I go, the more I notice the subtleties that make this restaurant so great. I find myself wanting to share the experience with others.   It's not the fact that Caseus indulges my cheese fetish nor is it the fact that I can order poutine and braised pork off the same menu. I think it's the fact that I walk away in a euphoric food coma each time I visit. Ambiance/Wait: Caseus has two floors but they are both cramped. So, be prepared to sit close to your neighbors. The wonderful thing about the basement floor is that it feels and looks like a cheese cave. The waft of nutty aromas coming from the cheese refrigerators enhances this feeling. There can be a wait if you go during peak dining hours. I recommend calling ahead and making reservations. You don't want to wait outside for a table in the freezing cold (or sweltering heat if it's summer). Food: Great! I honestly don't think of farm fresh ingredients and great cheese when someone mentions New Haven. But, Caseus has both. I've ordered/sampled: gnocchi-stuffed pork, the poutine, the cheese plate, Brussels sprouts, and the sausage. No complaints about any of these dishes. My favorites have to be the gnocchi-stuffed pork and the cheese plate. The beer list is respectable and when some beers haven't been available (like La Fin Du Monde), I've always gotten something comparable at the server's suggestion. Maybe next time I take a group of 12? I seem to be working in multiples of 4.",real
13467,"Delicious food, chill atmosphere. But not very toddler friendly. As in, they won't be very friendly to your toddlers, so don't expect it.",real
1562,I understand the HUGE debate over the best cheese steak in Philly.  In my humble opinion Geno's is ok. Not the best but edible. I didn't like the fact that the sandwich was made up & rolled before I got there.,real
8746,"BEST TOMATO SAWCE!!! I had the Eggplant Parmesan and it was BOMB. They slice it pretty thin, cover it in red sauce, mozz cheese and more of the delicious red sauce over it, side of pasta, soup or salad. $15 not bad at all. My husband had the meatball sandwich, I tried a bite, it's not my fave. The server seemed like it was his first day on the job, but we all had to start somewhere ;-) First time in NJ for me and it wasnt a bad place to start for good eats in the east. Compliments to the mom/pop who decided to make their kitchen a reality for Jersey noobs like myself.",real
2450,"Whether this old man was racist or not, that doesn't factor into my rating. I can take a joke (even though he wasn't joking). Anyway, what's up with the huge Mumia Abdul Jamal plaque?! That was a little uncomfortable; cause if I didn't know any better, I would have thought someone had got shot dead right where I was standing. Yikes... In the Pat's vs Geno's battle, I gotta go with Pat's. Geno's left me feeling like I just ate a greasy, constipated cow; which incidentally, left me feeling like a greasy constipated cow. Taste-wise, it wasn't bad. They can grill their onions a little more, though.",real
45248,"Solid 4 stars Lobster salad Nice bathrooms Looked into kitchen and saw a lot of dumping of oil on skillets and dousing food with oil instead of flavoring and seasoning and taking care into the food.  That part wasn't nice.  But when I headed back to the table and ate the food, it was good.  They key here is not to look while they are cooking. Service good.  Wine good.  I like that you can order wine glass or carafe Probably won't be back.",real
32606,"This parking at this place is always packed every time I've driven by so we went there for dinner. Excellent ""house bread"", though it was annoying that the (poppy?) seeds from the bread got into our water. Apparently they cut the bread right by where the water pitchers are kept, which doesn't sound very clever. Calamari was below average, but the grass-fed burgers were excellent. Getting us seated was quick, and Service was very good, even though it was crowded.",real
325,"I am from Barcelona and this is my place to hang out when I feel homesick. The pulpo a la gallega and all the omelettes are awesome. It might be a little over price but on average in the city... I can't compare NY prices to Spanish ones, I guess. Service is the best. David, the manager, is very kind and nice as well as the bartenders. Stop by and enjoy the tapas and Estrella Damm beer!!!",real
35064,"This is one of the prettiest restaurants that I've ever been to! First, there are beautiful rose arrangements everywhere!  Of all colors! you walk into the restaurant and it smells like roses. The atmosphere is modern and warm, but they also do a great job of combining that with nature and use of natural lighting. Their back porch seating is right below an open roof so it's perfect for the summer. The food is delicious I really like the pork belly special and the paella is simply devine, I wish they have more meat tapas options",real
32470,You have to take a mortgage out to have a few drinks there. Over priced !,real
15241,Loved this place!!! The decor and atmosphere are laid back and casual and feel like you are in a bungalow upstate. It is like a mini vacation. The food is very creative and tastes great. The beet salad is magical. So is the kale salad. The options are creative and very well crafted. And the service is good. Will def come back as soon as I get a chance.,real
14100,"What's the miracle food that will woop any Cold's ass into submission?  I had been sick for a few days and wanted to murder what was ailing my lungs. I'm not Pho-king around when I say Pho (pronounced Fuh) is your best bet for the body rebound.  This place offers your standard Vietnames fare, however it's not a cut above the rest.  Being an Asian, I do value the the quality of a good spring roll.  If anything, you should start with the Vietnames spring rolls.  The spring rolls come with peanut/fish sauce (noms) and vegetables for dipping.  For the main event, I had the chicken pho.  I quickly slurped my broth and inhaled my noodles.  I could feel the Cold melting away.  It was pretty good, but the portions could have been larger. I'll be back again if I'm in the Chinatown area.",real
31770,"Love the Commune. They are such a great local coffee shop with a pretty solid food menu to boot! The coffee is always great and strong and the staff are welcoming and always remember you. Wish they opened a little earlier. They are improving on the hours as of late though, which is much appreciated. Bring back the raspberry iced tea!",real
46962,"*Shady restaurant alert!* Everyone touts the ""Cheap happy hour"" prices and specials. And we used to love Obao! I saw from reviews they tend to ""bait and switch"", as in you bring a group for happy hour and then ""dont have happy hour"" or dont offer it without you asking for it (shameful) .... Anywho, we were going to have our monthly office happy hour here this week and we reached out to Jennifer/Events department for the menu since our office manager needs to OK it....*crickets* it took me 3 emails just to get a response on drink specials and then again *crickets*... 5 emails later it appears jennifer doesnt want our business or the bait and switching they have a reputation for is indeed true. Its such a shame they have to be so shady.",real
48362,"I'll just go ahead and say it:  its BETTER than Banh Mi Saigon. I sniffed when I read another yelp review that claimed the same. Then I ate three in one day.  This is the best Vietnamese sandwich in manhattan, hands down, bar none. The only place that makes their  shredded chicken in the city (Bong cha or something) baked bread for a nice crisp, clean veggies, not over-powered pate.  Veggie sandwich just as tasty and crispy Best Summer rolls north of houston. great peanut sauce, not cheaply made with a fist full of noodles. my highest recommendation for this place, and no I am not related.",real
27297,"Great food in good portions. The staff is very friendly and always says hello to me even if I'm just stopping in for a night cap. The wait for brunch on Saturdays is a bit of bore, but well worth the wait. I brought my family in for brunch and between the four of us we split the french toast, eggs benedict and several sides of bacon.",real
23065,"We ended up at Cuban Pete's because it seems a lot of Montclair restaurants are closed on Mondays. First off, the server was confused about whether or not they had an item. Being on a time constraint and after he said yes then no - we needed to order another dish on the fly. He offered no suggestions. The food came out super fast, meaning its probably precooked. The food itself wasn't bad. The arroz con pollo lacked pollo & seasoning. The Carlitos way chicken was much tastier. As for the service, it seems we had the ONLY waiter in the building. He was slow. Actually slow is polite....as for the bus boys....seems that there was a plethora of them. At one during the meal, 3 of then decided to polish the the silverware around us very loud.  I had to stand up and walk across the restaurant for hot sauce. The flock of bus boys just stared at me like deer in headlights.",real
4040,"I really enjoyed it here! Great food, great service and great ambiance. It is a bit loud when crowded but what do you expect? I will definitely be back!",real
36813,"I was surprised to see how high this was rated! Went in shortly after what i'm assuming was a re-opening. My boyfriend and I stopped in a few days after we noticed the place. The staff was friendly, but a bit slow. I have a feeling they were all new. The place was pretty empty early on a Wednesday night and we were sat at a table RIGHT by the door. I didn't think of it until other people started coming in and could just stare at me eating. You could also see the line for Fudruckers at our table. The manager came to greet us with homemade chips. THEY WERE DELICIOUS. Boyfriend ordered a beer and ordered a Sangria. Sangria was actually pretty good, a bit too sweet. Waiter took our order. We both ordered burgers. My first sign to run away was when my waiter didn't ask how I wanted my burger cooked. Food came out at a reasonable pace and was ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTING!!!!!!!!! Considering how pricey this place is i was APPALLED. The menu advertises 100% fresh and homemade ingredients. COMPLETE AND TOTAL LIE. The ""kobe"" burgers seemed like frozen patties that had marinated in the dirt of the stove-top. It was rubbery and there were charred parts around the edges that I actually thought I chipped my tooth on. Nothing on my burger was fresh. The fries were stale. And gross. I'm usually willing to give things a second chance....not this place.",real
19902,"Seems the kitchen has some difficulty getting basic orders together. Of 3 sandwiches, no special directions either, one was prepared as ordered. A trip back to counter with first wrong sandwich, was apologized to, and handed a properly made replacement. Returning to my table, getting my guest settled, and prepared to dig into my own cheesesteak, I discovered it too was incorrect. Frustrated, and running short on time, I ate it anyway. The steak is flavorful, roll nice and fresh. Fries were well done as well. Good tastes great, but not served your way apparently.. Inspect your sandwiches before you leave counter.",real
38878,"Not my favorite Cambodian in Philly.The menu has sections for soup, noodles, rice, and house special dishes. There were not as many Cambodian specialties as I would have liked. Especially not compared to a place like Angkor. Crispy, deep fried spring rolls filled with pork and mushroom were excellent, though $4.50 for 3 small tubes is a little high. Beef stew with noodles was a mixed bag, in the sense that I had no idea what kind of meat we were getting. There was some floaty tripe and other hunks of meat that looked like all tendon. The noodles and aromatic broth were more pleasing. Special fried frogs in ginger sauce had potential. The delicate pieces of frog were covered up by a corn starchy batter and a corn starchy sauce. I wanted to love it here, but it didn't happen.",real
15091,"I had heard nothing but good about this place! it is indeed nice but nothing to write home about. Food is decent, meals are pretty small though. There are way better brunch places in Manhattan / East Village.",real
8764,By far the worst pizzeria in Ewing. The first few times I ordered from them they burnt my pizza. After calling back to speak to the manager he said I should request the pizza be cooked lightly. Apparently they can't follow instructions. My pizza was again delivered burnt to a crisp in spite of my explicit instructions. I immediately called the restaurant to speak to the manager at which time he informed me that simply asking them not to burn my pizza was not enough.  I apparently needed to beg them not to burn it!  In addition they have a fryer that makes everything soggy with oil. Again I was told it was my fault! I shouldn't order fry items if I don't want them drenched in oil.,real
3583,"This is a cool, hip place to go in Fishtown!  Great place for drinks on the their deck during nice summer days.  On my first visit they had Sangria which was just ok.  I recommend sticking to beer and they have a nice draft list. I went with the Allagash White which has a nice fruity, smooth flavor.  The menu has almost a New Orleans feel to it with Po Boys etc. I went with the pulled pork sandwich with fries. It was delicious! Nice sweet flavor of the pulled pork on a fresh bun and the homemade fries were tasty.  Others in our large party of 10 ordered burgers and wings.  The service was quick even with our big group and they were able to pull together tables so we could sit outside.",real
15483,"Portions are so unbelievably small that I had to let you know! I weigh about 100 lbs and have NEVER been full after I've left here.  The ingredients are fresh and local which is great but for a $52 lunch for 2 I would expect to be full.  That was $52 with NO alcohol!!  Really? Yes. So small and super expensive, not liking that at all.  If you want a delicious lunch for $52 that leaves you completely full and satisfied go to the Blue Ribbon Bakery on Downing Street and leave HAPPY!!",real
21311,"We've known each other for a week...gone out 6 times already. Had plans last night but decided we wanted something more low-key. She picked Uva, I loved it. She's a regular (once or twice a week at least), but I had never been (I live in midtown and only recently had a good reason to schlep all the way to the UES). We stopped in last night around 7:30 for a little bite to eat before watching a movie at her place. I wasn't hungry enough for an actual meal, but thought about forcing myself after seeing what was on some of the other tables as we were seated. Got a corner table in the back ""garden,"" which was romantic enough that even I couldn't screw it up (despite my best unintentional efforts). We split a bottle of Chianti (I'm not a Chianti guy, but this was REALLY good). We got a couple of ""small plates"" to share, and they were all delicious. The bill came and it was a lot less than I was expecting (she was worth it). Never been much of a wine bar guy, but may have to re-think that philosophy. We went back to her place for a bit. I begged her to go out with me again, if only so I can go back to Uva and try some of that amazing looking pasta. She said yes...I'd give it 6 stars if I could.",real
15733,Great food in a lively setting. Handmade Pastas are as good as any in the City. Rabbit was tender and tasty. Excellent wine list,real
20251,"One of my favorite New York restaurants. It can get very busy, but the service is always excellent, and dishes delicious. Eating in the garden out back is always a break from the hectic city life.",fake
21710,Went here with my husband for Valentine's Day Dinner and we both were very disappointed. The food wasn't good and the portions were very small. Needless to say it was a prixe fixed menu with weird food options. We asked the waiter about one of the courses because i don't eat cheese and he wasn't able to tell me what was in my dish. That was a red flag in itself. We left the place hungry.,fake
2127,"I would just like to say Philly Cheesesteaks in PHILLY are not all they crack up to be (well at least at Geno's, I guess). The reputation precedes them, so I was expecting miracles. We tried Geno's, but our experience was less than satisfying. First you had to get your sandwich from one window and your fries from another. Even though the wait was extremely short, those precious seconds detract from the heat of your cheesesteak. What if the lines were long? What then? I may just not be familiar with the system. And then, the sandwich was a whopping $9. That seems like a bit much for what it was. It took me like one minute to consume my half (that could have been my extreme hunger or eagerness...doubtful). And finally, the quality was just not great. It was a measly sandwich with a tiny bit of meat, barely perceptible cheese, and rubbery soft bread.  This sandwich tasted like it was thawed from the freezer and just cooked. It was a true disappointment. Not worth the money or the hype.",real
35382,"This is one of the best restaurants in the city in terms of an intimate atmosphere, delicious seasonal Spanish food, and good service. I went to Salinas on Dec 23rd with a friend. We needed to catch up, and the cozy, intimate feel at Salinas is right for that. Plus the space between tables allows u to keep a conversation private. The waiter was knowledgeable, and we asked a few questions, we also took a long time to decide but he was very helpful. My friend had the cod, and I had the seasonal soup. Both were delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant. I have been here before with a group of 8 friends (all between 27 and 33), on a date, and with a friend. I was very happy each time. I will definitely go back and will recommend it to anyone who appreciates good food, good wine, and a beautiful place.",real
19171,"I've been looking for Thiru for the last one year and unfortunate as it seems, I always seem to come by on the days that he's not around (yes those winter days, those Sundays and those random times). One weekday while walking home and cutting through Wash Sq Park, I decided to give it another shot at locating the dude. Just to make sure I didn't get the location wrong, I made sure to consult a park ranger and you can imagine my elation when I was told ""Dosa Man, just walk straight, you'll see him"". Finally, I've tracked him down and indeed at the location that I've always known him to be at. Customers seemed to have a pretty good idea what to order. I was a little undecided and sought Thiru's recommendation. He told me to go for the Special Pondicherry which he claims is the most popular item. I went with the suggestion and opted for extra spicy. I must say for a cart guy, Thiru sure has some superb customer service. He takes such good care of his customers and even patronizes the bums that come by his cart. With my box in hand, I hurried home, in anticipation to tuck into my dosa. It smelled soooo good and I'm glad to report that it tasted really good too. The extra spicy wasn't spicy at all but was delicious. I have to admit that I have a personal gripe with the prices of veg Indian food in the city. While at $6, NY Dosas is definitely a great deal compared to $10 dosas in Curry Hill, it just seems like based on the ingredients used, this could be better priced at $3-4 instead.",real
39501,"My mom and I grabbed lunch here during our shopping spree last black Friday. I love French cuisine and have been to magnificent places over in Paris and a few (2) in Florida. The inside was cute and very small (typical). I was expecting our waiter to parler français, but he was a nice, average American. I felt like the prices were average for the area we were in; I wouldn't really know as I only visit NYC. My mom and I both had the french onion soup, which was okay. Not the best I've had. A small bowl with a lot of broth and not enough onions. We also split the marinated portabello salad which was good. If I were in the area and didn't know where else to go, I'd return. Otherwise, I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here.",real
1637,Just about edible.  I live in Philly and am born and raised  and I have had a better steak sandwich in a neighborhood place which doesn't claim to be  the "best".,real
23133,"Was there for my friends birthday, long ass wait, the food was so mediocre, had the chicken con mango, no flavor, the rice was horrible, the cook doesn't believe in salt I think. Never again.",real
29654,"I am a foodie minimalist, if there is such a thing. As in the art form, I like food stripped down to its most fundamental features. So when a co-foodie invited me to an outing here, I was ecstatic. I read the reviews on yelp, I checked out the website, I anticipated, I fantasized. And the day finally came. We marched on in, and on a Tuesday night at 7PM, the place was empty. We had our pick of a table. The furniture was simple, with large chairs and a slight oblong table. At one point, I really felt far away from my eating company. Not that we have to be in each other's face, but the distance was noted. We opted to try the pre-fixe menu, at at $55, I really couldn't complain.  The first tasting was ""Long Island Vegetables with fondue."" Now, yes the veggies were extremely fresh, and I did appreciate the crunch of the radish, but the fondue was a joke. It was ranch dressing, disguised as ""fondue."" Perhaps it was an off night, but honestly, I think Hidden Valley was behind the fondue. The next dish was the mushroom croquette topped with uni, and as croquettes go, it was decent. But somehow, I kept thinking cream of mushroom soup courtesy of Campbell's. The next plate was an assortment of cured meats, which included cured ham and spicy pork. Not memorable at all. The main course came and it was grilled branzino with seasonal veggies. It was a generous portion. Almost too much food. I was already stuffed at this point, and it was nice that the food stopped coming for about 30 minutes. The next items were the wagyu mini burger and roe with rice. Both decent, but the burger by far was the winner of the night. And for dessert, sake panna cotta. Delicate and not too sweet. So my favorite part of the meal was the wagyu burger and the dessert. Everything else was asi-asi. And I have another gripe. After having a glass of Sancerre, I was in the mood for some beer. I wanted a draft beer. They only offered one, Sapporo. And guess what? Their draft was not working? How convenient. So the waitress tries to upsell me a beer for $20. No thanks. I am sorry. But I like my draft beer. And for me to be in Bohemia, I must have my draft beer. So clearly, I am not in Bohemia. I am still trying to figure out why I was not impressed with this place. All the reviews on yelp have been stellar, so why was my experience run of the mill? Is it because of my unsophisticated taste buds? But if Hidden Valley Ranch and Campbell's Cream of Mushroom soup are considered gourmet/zen/organic/simple, then I think I have died and gone to corporate Hell...* *I have nothing against corporate, just not my own personal philosophy. To each his own...",real
42811,"I ate so much I don't think I'll be ready to go back for a long time.  I had a chocolate martini, a burger, and fries. The food and drinks were excellent. The service was okay. The seating was a little cramped. I don't like rubbing elbows with a stranger and hearing their conversation better than my own. Overall, it was good and I'd recommend it to anyone. :)",real
39903,"Love coming here later in the afternoon after the lunch rush. Its kinda small and cramped but the food is very delicious. I don't know what my two friends ordered, but my meal was the Pernil with White Rice and Beans. A shot of some hot sauce and dam taste just like my mother in-laws home cooking. Great little spot with really good spanish food.",real
49738,"The french have this expression, to describe someone as 'special'. It is a cross between weird, peculiar, unique, particular. Not offensive, but definitely not complimentary, what can I say...special. The service at Aurora is...what can I say...special. From the overly attentive hostess, checking every few minutes if we were ready to sit down when we decided to have a drink at the bar (and staring at an empty dining room), to the waitress (who was indeed french) borderline attitude. The food is very good, something to go back for, definitely. From the delicious Fritto Misto of calamari, fresh artichokes and prawns to the Antipasti. The sea urchin pasta is overrated, however the garganelli are spot on. Fresh pasta, very well cooked, and very flavorful ragu. I dared to question the waitress on a glass of barolo, from a bottle, that I believe had been opened for a while. I mean at $24 per glass I would expect a smooth glass of wine, not a acidic piece of crap. That did not go down well. When I asked for whatever had just been opened the reply was: ""What you want me to go check with the barman!"". Yes i did. [1] --------------------------------------------------­-------------------------------------- Notes: [1] ****Memo to the special waitress**** Customer is usually right, not always, but ususally, especially for trivial quaestions, that can be fixed easily ****End of Memo**** [2] Having been to Emporio the sister restaurant, I have the same exact type of review, I mean read it, I just thought about it right now, it is uncanny (yelp.com/biz/emporio-new…). Great food, bismal wine, special service. And by special I mean it the french way.",real
22335,"Dirty, loud, sticky floors, crappy, rundown venue.  if that's your thing more power to you.  I can't stand the place.",real
30496,"The Mexican Egg Sandwich is excellent. This place also has cool, family kitchen vibe, which makes it nice on a Sunday morning. Like having brunch at a friend's place.",real
27729,"It has been a few weeks since my first trip to Buttermilk Channel. Yelp, was the reason I had been dyeing to stop in and man was it everything I had hoped for. I brought my grandparents and mom while they were visiting. We went for an early dinner on a Sunday night and had no problem getting a table. Our bread service was popovers with honey and salt, light and absolutely delicious. My meal was already off to a great start. When it came to ordering, my grandmother and I decided on the Sunday night special (I have a weakness for specials). When we were told it would take 40 minutes to make I was not discouraged. I started with the grilled kale and endive salad (highly recommend), anxiously awaiting my 40 minute chicken. When it came I was overly eager for the first bite. Let me say that it was delicious, no BEYOND delicious. This might be the best chicken I have ever had. It was juicy and tender with greens and bread soaked in light yummy gravy. I devoured every bit of that meal and have been meaning to go back ever since. Next up brunch.",real
25767,"I celebrated my birthday here a few years ago and Jadis was kind enough to let me host about twenty people in the back of the house. I really love this place; the tasteful decor, helpful staff, wine & app price points and the general ambiance. A true gem in NY.",real
17362,"If you can call in, that'd be nice. Came here, said it'd be a 1.5 hour wait, came back, said it'd be another 45 min, came back, said it'd still be a wait.  Finally decided to just order some eggs and blueberry pancakes to go. Btw, during this waiting time, my other friends and I (there were 5 people total) ate at the Meatball shop, Sugar Sweet Sunshine, got drinks at the cafe across the street, and had coffee at Dunkin Donuts. So anyways, yes the hash browns were delicious, the eggs were like any other eggs, the blueberry pancakes were fluffy but I'm not much of a pancake girl.  I liked the buttery sauce that goes on top of it, but would I come back for this long wait?  Nah. Btw, they pretty much close the line at around 1:15pm and run out of a few pastries/muffins by then.",real
8832,"So glad this Smorgasburg hit opened its first brick and mortar biz right across the street from my house. You can often smell the fresh baked goodness right from the street. I came here with my guy, who ordered the shrimp and grits with a fruit salad on the side. Was his pick as tasty as it was colorful? Indeed. As for me, I had to order a biscuit from a place that bills itself as a ""biscuit cafe"" (really, it's on a handpainted sign outside). The Moselle biscuit is all your soul food faves served on a buttery gold biscuit: fried chicken, collard greens, fried egg, and hot sauce. The crisp apple raisin slaw is a notch above your standard cole slaw. If you're thirsty, try the prickly pear lemonade, which is just the right amount of sweet, despite its name. I will be returning to sample each menu item, even if I have to come alone. With its shabby rustica decor and cozy ambiance, Bee Hive Oven is the kind of eatery that invites you to linger awhile, especially now that the weather's getting chilly out!",real
20608,"Praises for UVA!! I came to this lovely Italian restaurant for my 25th birthday and had the best time, so memorable! The food is absolutely amazing, we ordered stuffed eggplant, delicious gnocchi in cream sauce and truffle oil, and scallops wrapped in bacon. The restaurant atmosphere is cozy and romantic, and the staff is superb! Our waitress Tara was super sweet and accommodating to all of my requests, she even brought us glasses of moscato to have with my birthday cake.  The staff brought my birthday cake to my table AND sang me happy birthday! They were so kind!  UVA is so affordable, it's wonderful to get so much from one place. This is a new restaurant fave for me! I LOVE UVA!",real
24417,"This review applies only to brunch. Never been here for drinks or dinner. Much of the menu is vegan. Which is strange, because they also have hamburgers. I ordered the French toast, which came with a side of vegan sausage (felt like something straight out of a Morningstar box, but I could be wrong). But French toast typically has eggs. So what's the point of serving a vegan side? Anyway, this French toast lacked the custardy bite that good French toast requires. I wonder whether they even soaked the toast in eggs+cream because it tasted like the bread was merely pan fried with butter. Also, real maple syrup would've been nice. I appreciated the apple kraut on the side though. Service is friendly, but the place seems seriously understaffed!",real
33260,"Had a family party here and it was phenomenal! The drinks and food were both great and served in a timely fashion. Francine was absolutely amazing!! Would def recommend this place to anyone planning a small get together or dinner party, as they were more than accommodating. :) Thank you Francine, thank you Afternoones!",real
48282,Cutiepie place. Having the zon. So yummy! no cilantro no spicy. Its lightly sweet jus like muah!!  love this cute little wooden tray its served on,real
23679,I was hear at least 2 years ago.  I don't remember the pricing but I do know I had a great pasta dish.,real
15961,"Yes, these blueberry pancakes will probably be some of the best you'll ever have. The rest of the stuff is okay. But this place is VERY TINY and ALWAYS VERY CROWDED. The wait staff is too busy to be too friendly with you. Average wait time is between 1-2 hours. For me it's just breakfast, something you can get just about anywhere in Manhattan anyway. Good food, just not worth such a long wait.",fake
49671,Was here for a friend's birthday. The owners are really Italians. I speak Italian myself and visit a lot. Always was looking for a restaurant in NYC that has authentic Italian food and there were none found until I came across this one. A little bit pricey but it's totally worth it. I rarely have enough courage for a 4 course meal but felt like I really need to try everything. And I wasn't disappointed.,real
1385,This place was not what i expected. Beginning with the rudest service from a woman with blonde hair saying nasty comments. This was our first time there and will be our last. Food was OK but should have went to Pats. Two of the servers did not seem like they wanted to be there with the rude stares and comments. I drove over an hour to try this place and i am VERY disappointed. Also it is over rated and in a bad area. Maybe they should live up to There expectation!,real
13753,"The food is great!!!! I had the shrimp and grits and I wanted seconds!!! The grits were creamy, the shrimp were cooked perfectly and the shrimp sauce over the grits matched perfectly.  I have a 1 yeAr old and the atmosphere was loud enough but not too loud where he could babble without annoying anyone, he chomped on his perfectly cooked French fries.  My girls 12 & 9 had the Cajun bucket of Crabs, with fries.  We also shared baked Mac n cheese, it was perfect!!!!  To wash it all down I had the hibiscus margarita with a corona in it.  Well worth the money, I left satisfied and happy!!   You have to try this place!! A nice casual place to have some good food, feel comfortable and drink!!!  If you have children bring them along this place is great.",real
12451,"I had my girlfriend's surprise birthday dinner this past friday night for a group of 12 people.  They held the reservation for us and the table was ready when we arrived.  The restaurant was packed; but in a good way (except for waiting on line for the restroom - now I know how the ladies feel).  The waiters were busy but the service wasn't dissapointing.  We ordered some appetizers and there were a variety of entrees ordered.  The chicken was delicious; juicy and full of flavor.  My girlfriend ordered the shrimp which was also excellent.  The sangria was just OK - a little too sweet IMO.  The bill was only $460 bucks and people were drinking!! All in all, great place with great food and prices - amazing place for groups. I will definitely be back!",real
44479,"A few unfortunate things leave me no choice but to downgrade CR... 1) The main downstairs bar (which was the cocktail bar, upstairs was wine only) is now open on Friday's and Saturday's only. For anyone who's been to CR, this space was one of the main attractions. The upstairs doesn't have nearly the same feel. Said space has also turned into a mini club, so you will never be able to experience the downstairs for the wonderful cocktail den it used to be on the earlier nights of the week. 2) They have lost Head Bartender Vincent Favela and Max Pazuniak, which is a huge blow, even though the cocktail menu they created is still in use. 3) They have started Pre-Bottling all their cocktails for a quick service environment. Not. A. Fan. That said, the cocktails here are still pretty good (since they were created by Vince and Max), but with this new direction Counting Room has started to focus on a very different crowd, and I can't imagine the next rendition of their cocktail list and overall execution will be nearly as good from here on out. Disappointing developments to one of my favorite bars.",real
21953,"It quickly became apparent that this was not the place to crash my friends' dinner party... on NYE to boot. This restaurant is for little people, like oompa loompa little. The friendly wait staff was more than happy to accommodate my unexpected presence which was awesome. I really can't remember what I ate that night. I just have this blur of deliciousness and intoxication when I think of Graffiti- which I consider a good thing... There were something like 6 courses and a drink per course. The ball drop was coupled with a few glasses of champagne as well. Apparently I took some pictures of what I was eating and uploaded those to the restaurant page. Ultimately I had a great time but I am not one for cramped spaces so I couldn't imagine returning.",real
523,"A fun restaurant, great place to go with a group of friends. Delicious Sangria and wonderful flamenco performance. Its a great place to hang out and have fun. The server brought us another 1/2 a pitcher of sangria for free after to paid to encourage us to stay for the rest of the set. Overall, the service is slow. Not a place to get a quick bite. It is a Spanish restaurant after all.",real
24644,"This restaurant is awful. The pub is even worse. Very unappetizing and not fresh looking, poor presentation and specials that really were not special...They try to change the special offers frequently because the business is doing so poorly. Be wary of some of the glowing reviews...I'm am reasonably sure they are of people that work there or are connected to the owners... Just awful...",fake
8245,"The atmosphere was great. The clay pots on the ceiling and the front opened to the street was nice in a warm spring evening. The Greek music in the background was great. The staff was very attentive. Now, to the actual food. While it was pretty good, it didn't really blow my mind. My entree, the moussaka, was the best. The Greek salad I had however was not very fresh. I guess I'm spoiled from homemade and authentic Greek food to be very impressed. But overall I'd still recommend it. Portion sizes are small-ish but filling.",real
36046,"I love their pizza when it is fresh. This was my go to spot when I use to live on the same block.  Still try to go back once in a while, when I go to Philly.",real
38737,"I love this place! I go to Hell's Kitchen all the time. It's my comfort place because it's always reliable and consistent. Great Bar Food & Excellent shows! The best part of this place is their shows are incredible and free! Where can you go to see live bands, sideshow and burlesque for free now of days? I think it's incredible that this venue is able to do that and the drinks are affordable. Best bar, hands down.",fake
3318,"I stopped in for lunch with a friend, and was greeted with the aromatic waft of delicious Thai food, a friendly welcome and quick seating. The restaurant was clean, well lit, and quiet for a weekday meal. We ordered Crispy Spring Rolls to share, two orders of the lemon grass soup, a Pad See Ew and a Panaeng Curry. The spring rolls and soups came quickly, and the rolls were beautifully golden and crispy and the soups fragrant and tangy with just the right amount of lemon grass and lime. My order of pad see ew was appropriately sweet and garlic savory, the curry spicy with crisp carrots, string beans and peppers. Overall, service was good and the food delicious. Would definitely dine at Jasmine Rice again.",real
25410,"I walked in to this place yesterday to have a nice glass of wine with a group of my girlfriends and the first thing I see is a mouse scurrying across the floor.  I ran outside, horrified.  Needless to say, we didn't get our drink there, but my girlfriend convinced me to go back in and mention it to the waitress so she wasn't surprised when if she saw it or didn't have to deal with an angry customer.  I snuck back in, ready to dash out at any sign of movement, and told her what I had seen.  She said they have had repeated problems and have tried to exterminate many times to no avail!    I signed up on yelp just for this purpose because I just thought people should know that the waitress admitted to me that they have a severe vermin infestation problem. Gross!",fake
2396,Go else where for a cheesesteak. There are better options. The regular sandwich has a so-so bun and the meat was dry. The fries were average. Overrated; went there based on the name only. Go else where.,real
3013,"Though I made it a point to walk more than ten blocks to this landmark, deep in the heart of the Italian quarter of the city, it certainly was not worth the walk, or the freezing cold. Geno's has been around for ten decades, and is a philadelphia tradition, and being the tourist I am I had to try the infamous Philly Cheesesteak.   Well, this place is very cut and dry.  You have a choice of cheesesteak with cheese, or without, curly or no curly fries, and a soft drink.  The ribeye, in my humble opinion, was too greasy, tasted very bland (basically it tasted like the day old grease it was fried in - along with the greasy greasy onions) and I had to use the ketchup liberally to choke half of it down. well, i was very hungy, so perhaps that is why i was able to eat more than half. there is no seating inside, so advisably i would not go if it is very cold, or steaming hot outside.  The tables are covered with photographs of celebrities, famous personages that have been past and present patrons of Geno's.  Perhaps it's due to me being used to the southwestern style of  cooking, with a lot of flavor and spice, that I was not quite so taken, or perhaps everybody that lines up around the block to eat here is wrong, and I am the only one that has any tastebuds.",real
29811,"I rarely write reviews. However, I felt it necessary to write this, as my experience was so negative that it was difficult to enjoy my meal. My friends and I decided to go for brunch Sunday afternoon. I was 1 out of an 8-person party, though 1 member of our group did not eat and only drank water. As a sidenote, I used to be a server and understand that an extremely busy shift can entail a lot of situations that are (sometimes) out of your control. It WAS very busy, so a wait was very understandable. We received glasses of water while we waited for a table, which was very appreciated. After about 25-30 minutes of waiting, we were seated outside because it was the first table available. I would estimate that we sat for about 10 minutes before our waitress actually came to our table (she breezed by several other times, saying she'd be with us in a moment), and at that point another employee had brought half of our party more water. Already, the group and I were feeling restless, hungry, and a little annoyed. The waitress introduced herself, counted how many of us needed more water, and then took our drink order. It took another 10-15 minutes to receive our drinks (where only 1 out of the 8 was an alcoholic beverage). After this, she would disappear for moments on end. We actually had to ASK her if we could put our food order in, and then waited another 30-40 minutes. The food was good. However, the overall experience made us rush through the meal just so we could get the heck out of there. The waitress was inattentive and borderline rude. Again, I understand being busy - but it's important to be kind and as attentive as possible to your tables; this is especially so when you are attaching an obligatory 20% tip to the bill. The manager has already been notified, so I found it unnecessary to use the server's name. I hope this experience was a fluke, but I can't say I'll rush back to Silk City for food anytime soon.",real
663,"Nai Tapas Bar is great, everything from the ambiance to the food. Pitchers of Sangria range from $16-20, depending on what you get and tastes amazing! The food comes tapas style - the small plates are about $6 on average and $10 for the larger plates.  Both of which are rather reasonable and very very tasty! The only bad part is the place is rather small, so if you do go you should make a reservation.  I went on a Wednesday night around 7 PM with no reservations and my friends and I had to wait a while.  Luckily there was some space at the bar for us to sit and wait.  We got a few appetizers there to start off before we got some seats.  The bar tender was very nice and very helpful. What's great is they do not try to push or rush you out, My friends and I were there for a while (maybe 4 hours) - ordering drinks and tapas!",real
38612,"What happened to the New Jersey? When they first started, it was interesting and fun...but I have to be honest, the dogs are over priced, luke warm at best and their menu has gotten pretty boring. I miss the days when they rotated the food trucks at that spot. I especially miss the guy that had the illegal chicken stand.",real
135,"Really?  I can't believe that people give them good reviews!  Especially those of you that claim to be form Cali!  I have lived in CA too.  Their burritos aren't nearly as good the ones form the Tijuana taco cart!  I live across the street from La Caretta, so I have gotten take out, including their taco salad.  I can't imagine something unhealthier and less authentic.  The only reviews I understand here are the ones that say the price to amount of food ratio is good.  Their burritos ARE cheaper than Tijuana's.  The only people I know that eat here are the frugal male scientists that need to maximize their caloric intake to price ratio.",real
38055,"I went to this place last night to have LA galbi and their spicy chicken. The galbi was so tasty, juicy and tender. The spicy chicken was a little too spicy even for my asian taste but I would still recommend it. What highlighted our stay at bcd was our server, Joe. He was just so polite and attentive and he also speaks good english which is always a plus for me. Over all I have nothing but good things to say about this place. Definitely a place to visit if you want a nice korean meal",real
41881,"This is my last weekend in NYC!!! :( So I had to meet up with my long time friend from Panama!!! Yay, be loud and caribbean at our best... Anyhow, he just moved to an awesome place in Astoria, we had a few Negras Modelos because you can take this girl out of Mexico, but cant take Mexico out of this girl, and we decided to hit the scene... but we were hungry too... Midnight. Hungry and thirsty. Where we can go that served food at that hour. THE PLACE He took me to Sweet Afton.  It was mildly crowded with handsome people. The music was loud enough to dance but we could also talk and hear each other. I liked the music. I had a very good impression of this place. Clean, unpretentious. FOOOOD!!! We order a couple of beers and a burger with a side of fries. The service was pretty quick. Couldnt believe how fast that burger came to my table... And how fast it disappeared!! The fries didnt do much for me. They had good taste, but they were not crunchy, like when they are fried in oil thats not hot enough. The burger though.... I love pickles, but im pickle picky... The pickles on this burger? DE LI CIOUS... Loved them! The meat was cooked just as I asked for, it was juicy, tasteful... So, I was pretty happy with my burger... I devoured it actually... THE SERVICE Attentive but not overwhelming just like I like. Fast. Then something happened. After the burger, we got a little carried away with the music, laughing, drinking, so when by the time we were leaving, I had totally forgotten I havent paid for the last round!!! HELL-OOOOUUUU!!! So, as we were leaving, the waitress comes up to me, and very politely asks me if I had paid for the round... OMG, embarrassing. But she was very nice and polite. She asked me if we enjoyed the place, the food. I TOTALLY WANT TO GO BACK and try the Mac and Cheese... Good ambience, friendly staff and good food... Next time in NYC I want to stay in Astoria!!!",real
28049,"Made the trek out to Brooklyn for Sunday Brunch. Got there at 11.30 and the restaurant was packed and already turning tables from the first seating (Daaang you brooklyn people get up early!!). I was impressed far beyond expectations. Excellent scrambled eggs (we had the plain, with lox, and with sausage and they were all good), INSANE pancakes, the shortrib hash with poached eggs - a little heavy on the star anise for my taste, but a huge hit with the Pho' lovin friends that ordered it - the lamb salad very good, and the almonds with a bacon maple glaze... mmmmm. I was eyeballing the fried pork chop and waffles, but decided I didn't want to have a heart attack before I had a chance to explore the shops along Court St. While I had to wait until noon for the bloody mary I was jonesing for, the waitress delivered a round to our table at 12:00.01pm. And they were excellent - spicy and well balanced. So while I won't be a regular here, if there ever was a brunch that could justify a 20 minute cab ride, this might be it.",real
6123,Food is great and the staff are extremely friendly! I will definitely be a repeat customer!,real
13264,"Came here for lunch for a decent meal based on reviews. Service is excellent, the wait staff is friendly and the atmosphere is welcoming. Food is mediocre, had the tuna melt because I felt the burger was overpriced ($9 base with $1.50 for each topping). Beer selection was limited with standard selection. Overall a decent watering hole for a good quick drink, but better places around for food/beer selection.",real
4907,"Always a great dining experience. The food is great, inexpensive, and more than just regular diner fare. They have mango-walnut waffles, chipotle chicken omelettes, and a wide variety of other great foods. The wait might be a little trying for those who are impatient, but it's never too long a wait. On the super generous upside, you can often expect a bevy of snacks and drinks while you wait. There's been coffee, water, sausage, bacon, melon, strawberries & cream, cinnamon toast, and plenty of other great treats.  And to make it even better, it's all free! After the not-so-long and none-too-arduous wait you're usually greeted at the front of the queue by Gus, (presumably the owner) who makes sure that you're doing ok thus far and will lead you to your table. He often pops up later on in the meal just to make sure that everything is just right. Which it is. It's decorated sort of like a T.G.I.Friday's might be, with ""a lot of crazy crap on the wall"" but each item that's placed there has been done so with purpose and care. I'd give it five stars but they're not open on Sundays. I've heard that the Suzanne Vega song is about this place, but I've also heard that it's about the Tom's on 112th. (Wiki says it's the 112th, but whatever) oh. Also don't forget the egg creams, they're worth it.",real
48790,"AS SIMPLY SAID CONSULTING Restaurant Customer Service Reviews Name: Sakura Gardens Japanese Steak House Address: 120 Hebron Avenue * Glastonbury, CT 06033 Review Categories: Ambiance / Cleanliness: 4/5, Food & Drink: 4/5, Manager Visibility: 5/5, Product knowledge: 4/5, Service: 5/5 Summary:   Ambiance / Cleanliness: This restaurant was clean and well maintained. Lightening was good and atmosphere was upbeat. Food & Drink: Filet Mignon with shrimp, salmon, and fried rice. Drinks were Mai Tai's Food temperature, Preparation, Presentation and Taste:  (Hibachi style dining). Food was prepared on site, seasoned to perfection, and cooked beautifully. The taste was great, the filet was moist, tender and tantalizing to the palate. The salmon was well balanced, seasoned to taste and finished with a traditional Japanese sesame seed blend. Both dished came with fried rice and vegetables. Manager Visibility:  The manager Christine was visible and engaged with customers as she visited tables to ensure customers were satisfied with their service. Service: The level of service was outstanding. Upon entering, we were greeted and seated promptly. Our waiter Scott, was very knowledgeable about the products offered and was engaged with us. On several occasions, our waiter checked to verify that we had everything we needed to make this an enjoyable dining experience. There was an issue with an appetizer and he promptly corrected the error by notifying the manager, who removed it from the bill. Our chef Chad was excellent, not only was he entertaining, but he remembered us from our previous visit. He was able to tell us exactly what we ordered and where we sat.  He indicated that he takes pride in serving and preparing food for his guests. Overall Rating: 4.5/5 The Sakura Garden is one of the finer hibachi restaurants in our area that takes pride in providing great customer service every time. With a well trained staff guided by manager Christine, this restaurant has become one of our top choices for dining out in Connecticut. Regards, AS SIMPLY SAID CONSULTING",fake
48793,Love the sushi here.    My go to spot when im visiting gbury!,fake
20618,"So I went back and forth between giving this place a 3 or 4 stars, but in the end I rounded down because of their appetizer. I will explain shortly. First of all, I love Italian food. I've heard that the best Italian food in NYC is in the Village, but I live on the UES and I don't really want to trek all the way down there for food every week. Once a month, sure, but I wanted a pretty good Italian place next to our apartment for our weekly nights out. So we found Uva. We came on a Friday night and there was a wait, but nothing unusually long. It was expected, and we were able to stroll around 2nd Ave. as we waited. Once we were seated, the waitress was quite attentive, and really, all the staff was super friendly. From what I could see, great service, but nothing exceptional. And onto the food, the most important reason as to why we review restaurants. The food wasn't terrible, it was quite good, but I feel like it wasn't made for my palate or something. We ordered the gnocchi and ragu, and right off the bat I knew that I wouldn't like the gnocchi because I don't like any sauces that are too cheesy. But my boyfriend loves cheesy gnocchi, so I was surprised when he said it was too thick and cheesy for him as well. The ragu sauce was good, but there was too much tomato flavor and the meat wasn't as tender as I've had at other places, and I just felt like I was eating tomato sauce with some slightly chewy meat in it. The actual pasta for both dishes was superb though, and you could definitely tell it was homemade and it was quite good. Just such a disappointment that the sauce wasn't as good. But the real reason for the 3 stars was the appetizer. I can't even remember what we ordered, but I am pretty sure it was some sort of bread-crumb covered mozarella with tomatoes. Whatever it was, the description made it sound really good and super special. So I was really disappointed that when it came out, it looked AND tasted like cheese sticks in tomato sauce. Don't get me wrong, it tasted good, but I expected more than cheese sticks at an Italian restaurant. Or if you're going to serve cheese sticks, don't describe it like it's something special. And I don't know, make the cheese sticks special or something! So I've only been here the one time, and I wasn't that impressed. However, I am willing to come back again only because of it's convenient location to my apartment, and I hope the food might be better next time around. So keep an eye out for an update.",real
46372,"Scratch is my EVERYTHING. Better than any other breakfast spot in the neighborhood. Every weekend I will wait in line for a Ben and grits instead of going out for brunch. It is amazing. I crave it. I need it. The Ben sandwich is a soft boiled egg with kale and an AMAZING cheese sauce with a savory pop over for bread. A little messy, so bring napkins. The grits are the best I have ever had, and the add-ins are incredible. I usually get spicy chicken sausage, kale pesto and a soft egg. *Update 2/16/14 Scratch now does delivery!",real
10328,"I'm a big fan of el Perro Blanco for a couple of reasons.  First, they have great beers on tap and the bartenders know how to make a drink.  Last, their food is quite a big step up from typical bar fare, with some interesting choices alongside great standards like their burger.   Be ready for a healthy dose of neo-liberal propaganda though; its effect on me was mitigated somewhat by the fact that part of said propaganda is to use locally-sourced, all-natural foodstuffs, which clearly leads to tastier vittles.",real
19384,"I've been here twice, once during First Friday around 8 or 9pm, and I haven't had trouble getting a table right away. That's a ton of brownie points right off the bat. The place is LOUD. Do not expect a sweet, intimate meal here. However do expect some delicious, very reasonably priced eats. BBQ brisket sandwich with a side of mac and cheese for $10? Uh, yup. The beer list is also excellent and priced really nicely for the area. You can walk out of here not spending even close to an arm and a leg and without feeling like you skimped on food or beer. My only complaints would be the noise and the wings - or I guess just one wing sauce. We got the sampler of all three wing flavors once (chipotle bourbon bbq, buffalo, and honey habenero). The former two were good, the honey habenero was inedible. I mean, I even like the spicy stuff but these had me literally crying in pain. Not for the faint of stomach, folks! I wish they had given us some sort of warning (which we might have ignored, but then we'd only have ourselves to blame for the insane mouth burn.)",real
38571,"So many side dishes, refillable for free (as all Korean places should be) 1 fried fish per person, and that's just the start! This is the BEST soondubu place ever, and the rice comes in a heated stone bowl. The service is special, to say the least. Even people who don't usually like soondubu find the soondubu here to be good. I've only tried the spicy and ""danger"" spicy, and like someone noted, there is an inconsistency in the spiciness, (as spicy and danger tasted about the same) but that's the only thing. A definite must go.",real
6875,"I really can't think of a reason to not like the Continental. This place has it all. In fact, when I walked by the other day a lady asked me ""Do you know what kind of food this place serves"", I quickly responded: ""Something for everyone...a little bit of everything."" I think that this statement pretty much sums up their menu. From French Onion Soup Dumplings to Pad Thai, their menu is extremely eclectic. Their drinks (while small) are perfectly concocted and interesting.  I usually go with their dirty martini which is make perfectly. Their prices are typical for a tapas place in the heart of Rittenhouse Square. I've never left hungry and I don't think you will either as long as you order enough tapas. I recommend ordering 3 tapas for every 2 people in your party. Oh I should probably mention that the roof top deck is very swanky...very LA-like. It makes you feel like you've ""made it"" even if you're a starving artist or broke student. This place will quickly become a regular spot for you if your new to the area and it's also a great place to take out of town guests.",real
30257,"My friends and I are at silk pretty much every Saturday night, no matter what.  It is ALWAYS a good time.  The music is a fun mix of rock, old school hip hop, 80s, fun stuff that's out now, Stones...you name it, he'll play it.  Great crowd, great bartenders, great time.  Also, this is the only club/bar I've ever been to in which all I had to do was show the dj the guy who was harrassing all of us and he was gone.  I don't know about the rest of the week but Saturday nights here is the place to be.",real
16866,"Went here for breakfast on Sunday and ran into a 2.5 hour wait. They have an electronic alert system in place that will allow you to check your wait and also will text you when your table is ready. We were able to go grocery shopping and take a walk before being seated. Now that I know this though, I will definitely come a bit earlier to put the name on the list. OK OK, on to the food! Amazing pancakes! Haven't tried much else, but the banana pancakes are primo! Great small bakery/diner atmosphere CASH ONLY",real
43349,"I had been stalking the Max Brenner website for about a month before it even opened, so last night I was extremely excited to finally taste one of the delicious desserts I had been salivating over for a few weeks. I went to dinner there with a friend. We both ordered the Southwest Caesar salad (the smaller portion), so we'd have plenty of room for a chocolatey dessert. The salad had a good flavor, and good ingredients; however, it would've been much better if it was cold (it was room temperature) and there wasn't so much dressing. But, like I said, it did have a good flavor. Now for the important part: dessert. I had already knew what I wanted to get for dessert, but looking through the extensive dessert menu is maddening, because EVERYTHING looks good. I chose the ""Brown Heart"". It was a warm chocolate cake with melted chocolate and peanut butter in the middle, served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, vanilla sauce, and these little chocolate candies. It was delicious! Warm chocolate cake and ice cream is such a perfect combination, and Max Brenner got it just right. My friend ordered the Banana Waffle. It was a belgian waffle with bananas, chocolate sauce, and toffee candies. This was served with MORE chocolate sauce, fresh berries, and a scoop of vanilla. This was also really good, but it was so sweet, I could only eat a couple of bites before going into sugar overload. Overall, it was good. I'm not sure it lived up to my expectations, but I will definitely be going back to try some more desserts! The ambiance is also really cute. You feel like you're in a special chocolate shop, and you can smell the sweetness from outside.",real
24464,"When is Local not a good idea? 1. Their beer selection is fantastic. Last night I had the Green Flash Grand Cru and the 90 minute. They were all bangin, MmMMMmMM. 2. The service is fabulous. Everyone is super friendly and always up for a chat. Even when I first started going there, everyone was very friendly and I didn't need to become a regular to get the same level of service. Everyone knows their beers and recommendations are right on point. 3. Snow storms are a great time to go and people watch.",real
4140,"THE best pollo ala brasa I know in the area and surrounding cities. I do have to stay there were a few times the chicken breast was dry but I love the fries - it's hand cut fresh! Love the sauces especially the mayo! -Peruvian style ! The salad is not the best - :( it's iceberg lettuce and I had better white vinegar dressing at other Peruvian restaurants. Owner definitely needs to improve the dressing. The place is very small with maybe 5 tables and most of the time I call first to see if there is any chicken left because it goes fast! Chicken and fries are their strengths and having none left makes them weak ! They do offer breakfast . I tried it once upon time ago maybe 3 months ago and personally I found the tamale ,the blood sausage and fried pork too dry. Maybe it was my batch . I'll try again and take a pic too!",real
45420,One of the best brunch spots in nyc. Make sure to get their take on eggs Benedict. The mock tails are also out of this world. Can't wait to come back!!!,real
17474,"If it were legal for a person to marry food I would marry Clinton St. Baking's pancakes. She's so beautiful and I love her so much. We'd have a big wedding and everyone would do the cha-cha slide. Then we'd go to a beautiful tropical island for our honeymoon; a tropical island with a corrupt and ineffective police force. Then I'd eat the bitch. Afterwards I'd swim out into the big blue ocean and crap the evidence of her remains out and let them float to sea. I'd file a missing persons report and pretend to weep and be heartbroken. Eventually, when enough time has passed I'd start dating again. Soon I'd romance Clinton St. Baking's chicken and waffles, make them fall in love with me, and then eat them bitches too.",real
16956,"The pancakes and banana french toast were pretty amazing, really nice and fluffy.  I'm not really a bacon person, but definitely enjoyed theirs.  I think the best part was their maple syprup.  Not sure if it's made inhouse, but it was perfect.. not your typical Aunt Jemima.. It was certainly a solid good meal with no complaints.. However, be prepared for very long wait! Up to 3 hours and don't think they take reservations. They'll text you when your table is ready.",real
40882,"Excellent Soul Food.  You'll always leave with a full stomach and, likely, leftovers. A few short blocks outside of central New Haven, Mama Mary's is not in the best location.  There is usually free street parking right out front, however.  The decor inside belies it's location - nicely appointed and comfortable. The staff is always very friendly.  Even though my visits are usually months apart, they welcome me back each time. I can recommend the pork and the fried chicken, both are wonderful.  For sides: fried okra, potato salad, yams, corn bread - all excellent.  Also, treat yourself to the sweet tea.",real
16109,"Yummy breakfast, if you have the time to queue, and friendly helpful staff if you pop in to take the food to go. My favorite to-go items: the mixed berry scone is the best in the city; the yogurt-icing muffins are delicious and something I've never had anywhere else; and the biscuits are perfect. If you're dining in, all the brunch items are delish (especially the fried green tomatoes) and the fresh grapefruit juice is perfection. It's usually an hour-long wait so best thing to do is stop in when you're not starving, leave your name, and come back. A great neighborhood place with a happy vibe.",fake
19410,"I really enjoy this place. They have definitely cleaned up their act in recent years. They always have a good line of craft beers and good drink specials. The hidden gem of this place believe it or not is the BBQ! I'm telling you, one of the best Carolina style pulled pork sandwiches in the city. The traditional BBQ sides they offer are also sold.",real
40534,"LOVE this place. Best guacamole I've had in the city. The carnitas tacos with pineapple are so yummy. It's very lively and though small and quaint, you definitely feel a great ambience here. Everyone from the host to the bartender was very attentive and welcoming.",real
5805,"The service in this place is just awful. We came in, the customers gave us looks like we weren't supposed to be there. The girl who gave us our menus didn't even tell us her name and walked away. Then a while later our waitress came over, an older lady, and had an attitude the entire time we were ordering. We asked to be on seperate checks and got even more attitude and awful faces from this lady. The draft beer tasted pretty terrible so I returned it and she basically grabbed it from me. It's also advertised to have the best bar pie. It left a lot to be desired. All around bad experience and I will not be returning.",real
45934,"I have immense gratitude for whoever thought to use Amy's Bread semolina/raisin/fennel bread for the vanilla marscapone toasted almond French Toast.  The Bloody Mary's are ridiculous if you like a twang of ginger in your hair of the dog. My table had shaky legs, and for a brunch date that I'm sure cost $100+, we shouldn't have to shim the table with organic sugar packets. The server offered a free dessert for having run out of celery for our Bloody Ms.  A gesture like that doesn't go unnoticed.",real
17468,"I was feenin to go here since I heard so much about it and have to say, unlike everyone else I wasn't blown away.  It is a cozy place and the wait was insane since I went on a Saturday morning.  The pancakes were decent, but not as fluffy as I normally like.  And the maple butter didn't do it for me due to being too thick. I don't want to give up on this place yet so will give it another try.",real
18967,Love it.,real
21594,The teriyaki sweet potato fries... to die for!,real
6472,"The new chicken sandwich is so good and worth the extra buck. Come on Dartmouth snoodies! It is certainly not the gourmet cuisine you're probably used to, but it was damn good when I went. For sure going back.",fake
9860,"White Dog Cafe is the most venerable of the University City eating establishments. It's tucked between the rowdiness and nostalgic kitsch of New Deck Tavern (an Irish bar) and the schizophrenia of Saturn Hair Club, purveyor of hairdos, lattes, and Vietnamese sandwiches (all quite decent, I've heard). Nothing says ""it's so good to catch up with you buddy ol' pal"" or ""yes - this is a date"" better than dinner in the main dining rooms of White Dog. The décor is a lesson in hominess: the wainscoting and beige walls, the photo frames paying homage to an extended canine family, and the dainty lamps whose shades emit the cozy yellow hue of dinnertime. Its warmness and intimacy is rare for a restaurant. It's easy to lose yourself in conversation, your thoughtfully prepared dishes, or a pitcher of Yuengling and forget that you're not in your dining room, or any other person's dining room for that much (it only takes a glance up at the dog portraits hanging everywhere to set off an eerie, Planet of the Apes alarm in one's head that humans have been supplanted in the course of earthly civilization.) Food at White Dog Cafe is tasty and elegant, without being fussy. I'm a fan of the chicken (excusez-moi, ""locally raised free-range hen"") and fish dishes. Whether roasted or seared or other, the method of preparation is usually just right, and the main show is usually complemented by fresh vegetables and fairly subtle sauces. It's hard to say whether free range this and organic that really make a difference other than tacking several dollars to the bill. However, many yuppies will be comforted to know that the dollars they jettison into the sustainable food ether via White Dog get recombobulated by cosmic forces (I hear Adam Smith's invisible hand pitches in sometimes), packed into sandbags, and distributed to third world farmers for use as animal feed, mulch, or an effective caulking agent when mixed with water.* The hungry diner is warned: upon leaving White Dog Cafe, you will probably feel compelled to drop by New Deck next door for an order of Awesome Cheese Fries. The portions at White Dog are not so small as to cause indignation, or French restaurant-esque cognitive dissonance (my two shrimp and sprig of parsley - they were out of this world man! The sauce, the sauce!), but the typical White Dog meal will land you somewhere just north of ""not-hungry"" and several steps short of ""sated."" This said, it'd be most wise to have the Dark Chocolate Chipotle Pot De Crème after your meal - still one of the best desserts I've had anywhere. Then there's the bar at White Dog Cafe - good for college students who can barely afford a $10 dinner but also a great place for you and your fellow chaps to knock back a few. The bar menu offers tasty bites - chief among them, the grass-fed beef burger (as a Californian, I vow it's better than In-n-Out) and the nachos with salsa, guacamole, beans, and cheese melted over - each under or around the $10 mark. The bar also offers a great selection of Pennsylvania beers and ales on draught and changes seasonally. By the power vested in me as a long time patron, though, I declare there is nothing sweeter in life than a pitcher of Yuengling and the nachos. Finding a seat in the bar area can be an issue when things get busy (Friday evenings especially). *All kidding aside, sustainable food is worth thinking about and I remember being rather inspired when the founder of White Dog came to speak about this issue at the dining hall when I was a freshman at Penn.",fake
31136,"Just stopped in for some hot chai tea on a cold night. They served the worst chai ever - essentially ginger water with milk and not particularly hot. The next morning my stomach started feeling woosey, and this turned to diaharea during the night and slight fevers. It lasted about 24 hours then went away. It was clearly food poisoning.",real
11000,"I was recommended by a Vietnamese hair dresser saying that this was a one of the better/more authentic Vietnamese restaurant in the region, and I am inclined to agree.   They have a fairly small menu compared to other Vietnamese restaurants in the area, but what they do make, they make extremely well. The taste of the food here fresh and on the lighter side, where the flavor is through the natural taste of the ingredients instead of the gobs of sauces On a side note, I'm quite sensitive to MSG so I'm quite happy to say that if they do use it, they don't use it heavily, again, unlike some other Vietnamese restaurant in the area. The staff is friendly and nice, though since its family operated, they can sometimes lack people resulting in slightly slower service. The owner is always extremely nice and will always cater to your needs, all you need to do is ask. Definitely a welcome addition to West Hartford.",real
29381,"Made a reservation here for a party of four; the availability was quite limited. BUT it was one of the most memorable dining experiences I have had. My crew and I were in beast mode when we arrived and ordered up a storm; the group sitting at the neighboring table looked at us with judgmental eyes, we didn't care because the food was so good I would have no shame in going over to their table to ask 'Hey, are you going to finish that?' Everyone was in agreement even a week later that we must try to get another reservation. Please note that I didn't mention what dish was good or drink to consider because it's an experience that you have to attempt and travel on your own.",real
19024,"Pros: Muthu - the owner is a jolly fellow who is very attentive and engaging Wide variety of made-to-order dosas - which is great for a cart If you like spice - Muthu can really kick it up a notch Offers traditional and 'Westernized' version of dosas Cons: For a cart, 12-14$ for dosas is pretty steep His dosas are slightly thicker than what most people may be used to (think paper dosa - this is about twice as thick) - it also loses the crispiness - this can be a pro as well depending on your taste preference All and all, a very enjoyable experience of picking up some steaming dosas (mine was turbo spiced up) and sitting across the Washington Square Park arc.",real
13103,"I went to Sorella's last week with 5 other people for restaurant week and it was first time at the restaurant. I was debating writing this review until I ate there a second time since I know I will since I now live in the hartford area. Let me first start by saying the wait staff here was extremely nice and courteous and they had a good drinks selection but that was really the only thing I liked here. This also may have been because the restaurant was empty. I ordered the restaurant week menu and got the kale salad, rigatoni saltimbocca, and the tiramisu... it sounded good to me. Myself and others ordered drinks and we got them quick I got a beer so you cant really mess that up. When we got to the point of appetizers myself and another member of the group got the wrong dish...I worked in the restaurant industry so no biggie i get it that tickets can get messed up..... Kale Salad....This is something that i believe you cant really mess up it was neither bad nor spectacular but i figured it would have been more tasty.... Next the main course came out....but it came out sporadically...this pissed me off...owning a restaurant 101 if there is a group of people make sure all the dishes come out at the same time not 5-10mins later. This is unacceptable. Rigatoni Saltimbocca- My first bite was WOA...that amount of salt that was dumped into this sauce was way to much for anyone to handle and my rigatoni was really undercooked (NOT Al dente). This is the easiest pasta to test if it is cooked right take a noodle and cut it in half and see the white ring if it is cooked right. The other members of the table had similar reactions to me by indicating the food was not cooked correctly in the pizza divalo and pizza margharetta's case they were over the top spicy...I like spicy food but it was just to much. However in this terrible story one person got the Fusilli melanzana which i tasted and it was pretty good i wish i got that dish. After this the whole group got the tiramisui which was actually not bad...would i get it off the restaurant week menu no...but it wasn't bad After eating part of my main dish and tasting everyone else's I question the abilities of the individual cooking the food and the general manager/owner of the restaurant not testing the cooking to make sure it is adequate. For a restaurant that perceives itself to be high end it needs a lot of work or i think it will go out of business. Since I live in the hartford area I will probably give this place another shot but not for a while. If the owner sees this I hope you fix your issues in the kitchen and do not go out of business like so many of the business in your location.",real
44582,"Very tasty, fast, and an okay price!",real
5938,"A great little, hidden Mexican place that's well decorated, got a good vibe, and a place where actual Spanish people go to eat, (I heard Spanish!) Our waitress was so kind to offer my party a taste of their guac after we talked about reading about the guac online! I had the Mole Traditionale, which was delish, but only order if you like Mole sauce.... it was very Mole-ey. Make Reservations! it's small!",real
37516,"3++ Small, homey, warm, and laid-back, this is the quintessential ""mom and pop"" Italian restaurant.  The portions are humongous and so is the personality of the man who seems to be the head waiter. I got the pumpkin ravioli with sage, rosemary, and butter sauce.  It was not too sweet, which I appreciated.  It didn't stand out.  Perhaps if I had gotten what my friend had (lobster cannelloni with vodka sauce) I would have been more excited (I tried it and it was phenomenal). The oreo cheesecake was excellent for dessert (almost as excellent as watching Mr. Headwaiter list off the 15 desserts that they have like bullets in a machine gun... bam bam bam bam bam!) First-daters beware!  The garlic bread they serve at the beginning of the meal will leave your breath smelling like garlic for a good 4 hours.  It's delicious, though, so eat it with pride.  If your date has an issue with it, then s/he doesn't deserve you anyway!",real
21148,"While we didn't try any of the food, Uva is a great place to get a decent glass of wine on the UES. (Most glasses ranged in the $9-$12 range--me and my girlfriend both had a lovely sauvignon blanc and prosecco.) The decor was also cute (think vintage rotary phones on the walls) and would be perfect for a date. The only downside, which you can't fault them for, is that this place gets absolutely packed on the weekends.",real
17741,"Clinton St. Baking Company is notorious for having exceptionally long waits for weekend brunch.  It's also considered to have the best pancakes in the city.  I had wanted to try it out for a while, but had held off due to its reputation for impossibly long lines.  I figured going for a late lunch on a weekday may be the best option, since the same menu is offered.  When we arrived at 2:30 in the afternoon, we still had to wait about 15 minutes to be seated.  That's obviously not as bad as prime weekend brunch time, but you get the picture.  This place is small (only 32 seats) and mad popular.  They also sell baked goods to go, from a variety of muffins and scones to cupcakes, cakes, pies, and more.  The entire menu is also available for take-out. I had been eying the Southern Breakfast for months, and although it's clearly not green tomato season anymore, I had to order it.  The plate consists of two eggs any style (I chose poached), sugar-cured bacon, cheese grits, and fried green tomatoes.  Let's go backwards (just to keep things interesting).  The fried ""green"" tomatoes were more like fried ""pink"" tomatoes, which I imagine is the best one can do in January in New York City, but for what it's worth, they were delicious, perfectly seasoned, great crust, nice and juicy on the inside.  The cheese grits were flavorful, creamy and super cheesy!  Even as they cooled, their texture remained soft and pleasant.  I couldn't stop eating them.  The sugar-cured bacon was perfectly crispy with a touch of sweetness, and for a girl who usually drenches her breakfast sausage and bacon in maple syrup, this combination of sweet and salty was delightful.  The poached eggs may be an unusual choice for ""eggs any style.""  I think most commonly people go with fried or scrambled, but I'm a poached eggs girl.  These were poached perfectly.  And I mean it.  I was actually able to peel away the white which was completely cooked through (not slimy whatsoever) to reveal the soft, unblemished yolk, a perfect yellow orb, barely kissed by the heat of the simmering water just enough to warm it, but not cook it.  For those of us who love our yolks runny, but our whites not, this is what it's all about.  In retrospect, since I ordered poached eggs, it would have been smart to get a side of toast to sop up the yolk, but I used some of my fried green tomatoes instead, and those worked pretty great too :) While I went savory, my friend ordered something sweet, one of the specials on the menu, the Vanilla Buttermilk Waffle.  Although this single Belgian-style waffle cost $15, it was thick and fluffy, and the amount of fresh berries over the top almost made up for the price.  A combination of strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries were enhanced with some raspberry sauce and whipped cream.  The obligatory warm maple butter was served in a small ramekin alongside.  This warm maple butter is a pretty big attraction in these parts.  The pancakes are not only famous in their own right, but this sweet and rich accompanying sauce doesn't hurt either.  They serve it with all their sweet breakfast staples, from pancakes, to French toast and beyond.  We both loved this waffle, and could really taste the vanilla inside.  The warm maple butter was as good as we had expected, a perfect alternative to the typical combination of maple syrup and butter pat that generally finds its way onto these breakfast sweets. We both agreed that our entrées were perfectly filling, without the keel-over-in-pain-because-you-ate-so-much after effects.  Neither was cheap, but the quality of food and ingredients, along with the attentive service (it better be after waiting in line!) really makes a visit to Clinton St. Baking Company worth it.  Keep in mind that this restaurant is CASH ONLY, so come prepared.",real
43095,"I was super excited to go here because I had heard a lot of really great reviews. The ambiance was really cool, and I think it would be a great place to go on a fun date night or first date. All the desserts we got were fun and were desserts you could play with as you ate, which was really fun - I always like to play with my food while eating it. My friend got the ice cream with 2 things to dip it in and hot fudge sauce in a teeny little beaker which was fun, and my sister got a giant warm chocolate chip cookie with a beaker of hot fudge sauce as well. I got the dark chocolate chocolate milkshake which was just OK, but the cup and metal bendy straw were very cute. All in all, nothing to complain about, but nothing to write home about either.",real
44840,"This was my boyfriend's new favorite restaurant in/near Princeton so I was really excited when I finally got to try it when I visited his family this past weekend. Now it's one of my favorites. The restaurant interior was elegant and modern and service was friendly. The tuna tartare and grilled salmon appetizers were extremely delicious, although the portion was definitely on the smaller side. For entree I had the vegetable risotto. It was exquisitely presented and you could see the freshness in the vegetables. My favorite was the sausage pasta the boyfriend got. It completely hit the spot and I wish I had ordered it! The really cool thing about the restaurant was that they allowed you to order half a portion from two different dishes. This was really awesome. Where else could you do that? A pizzeria maybe? Next time I am here, I will definitely take that route. The ice cream trio was equally terrific and kept me wanting for more. Strongly recommended!",real
40806,"My all time favorite deli. With the new ownership they had added a bunch of new items to their menu. I love their hot sandwiches- meatball, eggplant and chicken parm! They made great deli sandwiches and I always bring the frozen entrees back to PA. They will make any sandwich that you want and of course you must put their fresh mozzarella on every sandwich. I would also suggest that you use them for catering your next event.",real
18916,"This was the original ORIGINAL OG Ray's pizza.  27 prince street, Little Italy.   I remember this place being better as a teenager.  It wasn't bad but by no means incredible. The sicilian is just ok and the white pie is below New York City par.   The cheese of course, the cheese is legitimate.  The cheese only pie is the ONLY reason my review is a 3 and not a 2.  With the other establishments in NYC, this place does not stand out.",real
12971,"I dined here on Sat to celebrate a friend's birthday.  It's my second time here and it was not a charm. The decor is nice.  They have a nice bar on the ground level and a pretty big dining area in the basement.  Seating is comfortable and lighting is dim. But the food wasn't amazing.  We ordered the Peruvian Combo and Matador Combo.  Neither was particularly great.  The chicken was dry and the fries were so-so.  Portions were big and price is reasonable. We split the bill among five people; we each paid like $18 bucks.   Despite the reasonable price and nice atmosphere, I probably won't go out of my way to dine here again.  2 stars from me.",real
47833,Both food and service were excellent! The place was packed when we arrived but we did get a table right away. Nice atmosphere. BYOB was a plus. We will definitely be back.,real
35128,"If you are not afraid of spending couple of extra $, Salinas is a great restaurant to go to. Charming, intimate and warm place with abundance of flowers and candles. We had a Birthday party and as party was larger than six people had to order from the special menu. Manager was extremely accommodating to all my menu changes requests and daily change in number of the guests. We are not an easy to please crowed but owner did everything to accommodate our last minutes requests upon arrival. Stuff is knowledgeable, and friendly. Menu looked delicious on the paper and was even better on the table: branzino, aged ribaye steak,Pa Amb Oli,Patatas Bravas and everything else was of superb quality and taste. We are definitely coming back for more !",real
40408,"This spot is getting four stars primarily for its great service.  This place is damn crowded, even on a Tuesday night.  My two friends and I resolved to sit at the bar, where we hoped a late coming fourth would be able to squeeze in.   The fresh lime margaritas really hit the spot, and it was obvious that the bartenders have a system down pat for churning them out quickly.  The guac is also definitely worth getting, and there is something so addicting in fresh guacamole. The three of us all had tacos of one variant or another, and thought they were good, but not great.  It would have been better if they doubled up on the taco shells, and it's unfortunate it was too dark to figure out what salsas I was pouring on (they give you four to choose from). The ceviche tasted very ketchupy, like a shrimp cocktail, and was not whole chunks of shrimp, so it was more like a weird salsa, that went on chips. But as I said, it's the service that takes the cake here -- they get that they're popular, crowded, and that people who arrive want their margaritas stat!",real
17181,"Very long wait for very ordinary brunch. The girl who gave people tables was extremely rude. I would never recommend this place, but if you go the only ok dish is the egg Benedict.",real
35321,"Thanks to Salinas, I died and went to Basque food heaven for a while last night.   My husband and I were impressed with the sexy décor, the friendly yet unobtrusive staff and the fantastic, delicious food. The dining room is all flickering lights, dark wood, relaxation and romance, a wonderful relaxing environment, a perfect place to have a great dining experience. Got started with some sangria which was excellent -- not too sweet, not too dry, with tons of fresh  fruit.  We chose the quail wrapped in bacon and short rib croquettas  to start.  Both were really tasty and well presented.   We had some more sangria and then tackled a large dish of paella which was perfectly cooked and looked and tasted exactly like its wonderful counterpart that I enjoyed while visiting the Basque some years ago. Unfortunately, I could not stay and try the desserts as we were on the babysitting clock...but that's just another good reason to eat here again.   Salinas, yo te amo demasiado!",real
35805,"Amazing experience. The place is small and cash only but those are the only cons. The food is delicious and you definitely get your money's worth. My boyfriend and I came for lunch. I got ravioli and he got a panini. Both of our choices came with a salad and free glad of wine. Everything was delicious. When we were finished, my boyfriend went up to ask where the nearest atm was and the woman told us she'd give us each a free dessert. She didn't rush us at all and told us to relax and eat and worry about paying after we were done. This place is amazing. I definitely plan on coming back.",real
37875,I love this place. Try the pão de queijo (pow dee kay-show) or go home. Caldo verde and generous breakfasts are good too. Make sure and pour their chili/vinegar mixture on everything.,real
42624,"I have never had actual food here, only chocolate stuff. But it is definitely worth visiting. It smells great from the front door and the inside is nice. Kinda easy to overdo it though with the chocolate.",fake
49923,"Bueno! First, the atmosphere was great! Upscale yet laid back ocean chic, no front to the building, indoor/outdoor seating, booths, tables with comfy benches and pillows, tall factory like ceilings, side entrance feels like your going into a friends house, trendy, and cool music. The waiters wear plaid tops, white bottoms, and are on point, friendly, but not in your grill the whole time. Very relaxed. You put your order on a ticket, and then put a dragon fly card in the holder when you need service.  We had 8 people, so at first this card order seemed like a challenge, but in the end it was perfect.  The food portions were little, and came at a great pace.  You get a little bit of this and that, take a breather, then more vittles would should up. The food was excellent! Very well priced and small plates, so you can try a lot of items, which is my dream.  Everything I tried was good to great. I highly enjoyed and recommend the guacamole, salsa verde, spicy cucumber salad, the cheesy lime spicy corn on the cob, plantains, and fried oyster taco.    All light, fresh and delightful. They have 3 hot sauces for you you pleasure: habernero, roja and jalapeno.  None of them are too hot, more vinegary, but good. Great spot for groups or dates. After a certain time, they turn the lights down low, turn the music up, and start carding people to get in. And for no reason there was a Lil' Wayne look alike hopping around in front the door.  Adorable.",real
225,"The BEST restaurant in North Haven hands down.  The dining room is spacious and the wait staff is great.  The food is downright AWESOME.  I have had both sushi and their pan asian meals.  A few favorites are the Szechuan raviolis, Mexican Roll, Green Tea Tuna, Szechuan Veggies, I could go on and on :) If they are offering the banana spring rolls for desert do not pass them up. ***Edit 1/8/08*** Make sure and ask for the  ""Chinese menu"" which has both authentic Szechuan and Taiwanese food.  That is the only menu we order off of since we found out about it.  The food is the best I have ever had!!!  The water boil beef is great but specify you want it the way it supposed to be HOT :)  There is dim sum on Saturday and Sunday in the afternoon.  It is awesome as well.   Also,  one night we saw Doctor Henry Lee here !  Cool!!!",real
44919,"The food here is first rate. I pulled a star because it was SO LOUD at our table. We sat on the first floor at a table in the back with a skylight so that may have contributed to the noise level. That said, the food here was truly exceptional. I grew up in Princeton, which had been a food wasteland highlighted by two awesome fast food stops: Hoagie Haven and Pizza Star. Things have changed a lot but Eno Terra is the best example I've seen of truly Gourmet cooking in the Princeton area. We loved every single thing we ate. And, being from NYC where we're used to paying a lot for dinner, we felt the prices were fair considering the quality and quantity of the food. Loved: Fluke crudo with jalopenos and cilantro (a special) Macaroni with bolognese House made mozzarella Fried artichokes (I have been dreaming about them!) Angelotti with ricotta and pea shoots Pork chop Skipped dessert because my parents, who have been before, said it's not nearly as excellent as the rest of the meal. And what a meal it was. Excellent preparation, beautiful presentation and inventive menu. We thought the service was terrific too. They just need to figure out how to manage the noise level!",real
44503,"Cool setup, cool place, cool bartenders, ok on the prices. I would say one of the better spots in Williamsburg.",real
34411,"I LOVE GREEN EGGS CAFE. Once the sting of a 45-60 min wait leaves your body, you are greeted by the best meal you will ever eat. For brunch anyway. I love a restaurant where they offer a lengthy list of daily specials such as cookie dough French toast, butterscotch krimpet pancakes, vegan Mac and cheese... and so much more! My favorite item on the menu is red velvet pancakes. They're the size of my head but OH SO DELICIOUS!! Green Eggs Cafe is the happening place to be for brunch in south Philly. I definitely recommend!",real
29813,I know this a very popular place. But the service we got was very sub par. They menu is very small so you think the quality is very good. And also think the execution of it would be very good. Well wrong had to send the food back. Got the bagel platter and the green were brown and wilted. The waitress was nice brought a new plate out. And the green were the same. Also got a side of there roasted potatoes. They were stone cold. I also saw the food runner running plates and caught a few plate that green garnishes or green lettuce on the plate look brown tinted. I would stay away if your going to eat so you don't get sick. If your just Grabbing a drink in there beer garden might be your best bet. You can't get sick drinking beer. My overall experience I will never go back here again.,real
1183,"Fast service, clean, lively environment and an excellent steak! I'd like to know where all these other ""better"" steak joints are, because, seriously, Geno's is one of the top four or five in the city. Way better than Tony Puke's, by the way. I still don't understand how people call the employees ""rude."" I order my steak, they give me my steak. I order my fries and soda, they give me my fries and soda. Never once had a problem or felt like I annoyed them. It must be the younger generation who grew up with their parents and the media telling them they're ""special."" Get over yourselves and just order your goddam steak and get the hell out of the way. I don't think the people on here giving the poor reviews are genuine, btw, I think they just hate Joey Vento's politics. Why would they patronize a joint already knowing the owner has views that they hate? They wouldn't. A lot of fraudulent one-star reviews here.",fake
18367,"i have to say, the food is amazing here. i have only been able to withstand the brunch wait twice, but it is oh so yummy. i do NOT recommend take out brunch, as they are too busy to get the order right, and i think half the experience is getting so hungry that anything will taste good :). dinner is also good here, good home cooking, tasty biscuits. i come here weekly for my morning coffee and scone or muffin. they have sweet [mmm banana chocolate] and savory [goat cheese and herb].  everytime i come by to the pick up counter, i pity the waiting, starving, and, [depending on the weather] freezing/wet masses. makes me so glad to live nearby.",real
45075,"This place is a regular favorite of mine in NYC. I love the constantly changing and season menu and the interesting combinations of ingredients. For lunch the Crispy Montauk Squid and the Cookshop Mezze are all time favorites for me (however the fish tacos are not the best item to try). On Friday we had another dinner there and frankly all the entrees were fantastic. I had the Cookshop ""Choucroute"" which had a great combination of meats ( loved the rabbit) while the Mocha Sunday was UNBELIEVABLE. Please do try it for a super rich experience. Our waiter was personable, helpful, and very attractive. The only missing star for me is in the decor which reads a bit too upscale cafeteria for the price and quality of food. The tables are sometimes too close and don't feel private enough. Decor aside, Cookshop is probably the place I take people out to most because I know they will LOVE the food.",fake
40867,"From: Shaden a student worker from the women's center @ southern Connecticut state university. I had the great pleasure of having Mama Mary Soul Food cater our sistah Hood luncheon and it was a pleasure having them do so. The service was great they were very attentive to us, they met every needs that we asked of them, Great and Huge thank you personally from me to Sabrina. It was a pleasure! THE FOOD OMG, lets not even go there it was AMAZING AAAAMAZING... the banana pudding, and yams was delicious. the chicken wings was fried all the way through that was great to see because a lot of people cannot accomplish that with fry chicken! i have to say, so thank you so much for the service that was provided, for our SISTAH HOOD LUNCHEON!",fake
46474,"Man-o-man, why hasn't anyone else come up with $6 brunch-in-a-cup?? Or why have I never experienced it before? This little-bakery-that-could in Bed-Stuy is one of my neighborhood go-to spots on the weekends. Not only can I support a local business and by a delicous loaf of bread for the week, but I can also get brunch for $6 and eat it out of a cup while I'm walking my dog. You get 2 brunch-in-a-cup options and a slew of other goodies like muffins, pizza breads, and sweets. The line and wait time can be a little daunting but I just try to remind myself that I should appreciate their efforts in providing me with delicious, home-made food that I can get on my block and waiting 10 minutes is still more awesome than trying to get a table at a Williamsburg brunch spot. Thumbs up, Scratch.",real
7884,"Finally went here after wanting to for years. A very very very delicious meal. My favorites were the eggplant/zuchini appetizer (fried lightly) served with tzadiki, the lamb, and the beet salad. Great wine, great ambiance, excellent service. I'll definitely be back here. Yum!",real
46467,"For the love of god, you need to eat the Stuffed Sour. Cheese curds, pickles, pesto, in a toasted sourdough pocket. Don't question the ingredients, it just works.",real
15698,"The service out shined the food by far. Everyone we encountered was so attentive, knowledgeable, and personable. It seemed like they sincerely enjoyed working there. The food was incredibly over salted to the point where I was going through water like a fish. I could only eat 1/3rd of my suckling pig. Definitely not impressed.",real
4248,Come early or you will be waiting in a line that reaches to the outside for breakfast. My food was fresh and delish. I am not really a fan of diners but I enjoyed my experience here.,real
38361,"Food is nice, FOH almost do not speak English, so its quiet a challenge to be a first timer there and ask for description and recommendation. Otherwise nice spot",real
46807,"After all the very postive reviews, we were quite disappointed in our meal at In Riva. The service was attentive, but the food was clearly below expectations. The meatballs were unremarkable and while the pizza topping  (sausage) was excellent, the crust was soggy and tasted like a piece of undercooked pita bread! I am not sure if I will return.",real
9141,"Fantastic. Everything was delicious and well worth the wait. To start - there isn't a sign outside, so it was a bit hard to find in an area of the LES that doesn't brag much in terms of bars or restaurants for that matter. So to wait, there weren't many choices as to where to linger at as Pig & Khao itself was so busy - there wasn't room for overflow inside. After a longer than anticipated wait, I ordered the Khao Soi - which is spicy and rich - and the coconut rice. The noodles were chewy, chicken was cooked perfectly. Now, the coconut rice was completely unnecessary for me to order as this was a noodle dish, but I was so glad I did as it soaked in the curry sauce - the rice was to die for. Our waiter was attentive and helpful - his recommendation was for everything family style - but sometimes I have a problem with that as people have different dietary restrictions... so I opted out of that. My only complaint would be that the beers come in cans. I always prefer a draft over a can. But we switched to wine and everything was fine. My only other complaint would be the noise level. It was very loud and very cramped. But I guess again, that's par for the course at a popular restaurant in Manhattan, so not sure they lose a star for that.",real
39643,"I have been there for both lunch and dinner. And the food was fantastic for both. Lunch I had a hot roast beef sandwich was fantastic! Dinner a chicken dish, and half of my wife's veal that was delicious! Portions were huge! The only this I will say is that the staff from lunch and dinner is like day and night. First dinner. The staff was miserable. Helpful but not friendly. Like they didn't want to be there at all. Made me not want to go back. Then I went in for lunch I do believe it was a Tuesday. There was a guy behind the register who took our order. I do not remember his name. But he was the most pleasant person. Asked me how my day was going and really made you feel like he was interested. He then brought our food out to us. And my wife and friend witnessed him check on every table giving them the same attention. With a smile on his face and making people smile and laugh. I do believe my wife and friend have a crush on him! To finish up he made sure he said good bye to each and every person as they left. The food and that individual is the reason to go back during the day. Wish I could say the same for frankanthonys at night.",fake
44803,"Amazing- their chicken is unbelievably tasty but very soft, their rib eye is very juicy and yummy, and I love their fake candle that doesn't look so fake ;)! Overall, I feel this place is a must go, and if I drop by this area again, I will Definitely come again!!!",real
28194,"OMG DELICIOUS FOOD!!! I started off with the Delicata Squash Tart, which was flippin' amazing!  Then I had the Duck Meatloaf for my main course, which was 100% head over heels great food (although portions could have been bigger).  Lastly, the meal was wrapped up with the Carmelized Brioche Bread Pudding - oye!!! Seriously good eats!!! (only reason 4 star is I could have used more food - I look forward to going back.)",real
47976,"Crab cakes are horrible. Should have know better than to order them, but took the chance because I am a crab cake fanatic.  French fries are frozen and tasteless. My companion said the burger was good. so the 2 stars are based on the burger review only.",real
192,"Don't try anything ""fusion.""  It never tastes good and it's over-priced.  I'm told they have excellent Taiwanese dishes.  I don't know what qualifies as an excellent Taiwanese dish, so I won't comment there. The last time I came to Formosa, I had their all-you-can-eat sushi: very disappointing.  Nothing special about their sushi, and I found their menu rather limiting, especially compared to other All-You-Can-Eat sushi places, such as Sushi Palace or Sushi X.  Worse, they made us use the same slip of paper over and over again, telling us to just ""cross out"" our previous order.  This, of course, resulted in confusion for them and some of our orders never came out... or things we previously ordered but did not want a second time around would come.  Furthermore, it took forever for the dishes to come out. Don't come for the All-You-Can-Eat sushi or fusion dishes, but if my Taiwanese friends are right, come for their Taiwanese dishes.",real
1750,Pats,real
10943,"For an Italian pizza/pasta joint in the heart of Princeton, I would've expected better. There were two pies on display that both looked like margherita, but when I asked the guy behind the counter what the difference was, he wasn't able to tell me. I ended up getting one slice of mystery margherita and one slice of broccoli and tomato. Both my pizza slices came out like burnt, dry pieces of cardboard with little to no flavor. My friends' pastas looked decent however, good enough in fact to win this place a second star. I'd have to go back and try something other than the pizza before completely ruling this place out of my future Princeton plans.",real
19291,"Love this place! Khyber is one of our top 5-10 restaurants in the city, and if we're near Old City, this is hard to resist. Love the bar and the room. Perfect Philly Bar with awesome food, very reasonable. Great bartenders and servers. Always enjoyable!",fake
34273,"I love the Cantina with all my heart.  Quite often you can watch me experience the deadly sin of gluttony when I sit down to eat here. The frozen margaritas are so good they've caused me to go almost blind on several occasions.  The food and the vegetarian options are simply divine.  My favorite is the vegan beef nachos, the seitan and tofu fajitas (be prepared to doggie bag it or share with a friend!) and the mushroom and cheese quesadillas.  I've never had something I didn't like here and I usually try something new every time.   Soup, salad, entree, specials, margaritas, salsa verde, even the dessert, put it in my belly.",real
44550,I had a Turkey sandwich on baguette which had to one of best I have ever eaten.  The cheesecake was wonderful.  I will return again,real
39729,"Been there a few times, loved everything every time.  Big fan of the meat tortellinis with meat sauce and sliced sausage.  Half priced entrees Monday thru Wednesday gets me back often.  Sit outside if you can.",fake
14198,"So is it wrong to visit a city I've only been to 1.5 other times & don't really know much about, just for the food & only for a few hours? I don't think so, either! :-) My boyfriend loves this place & we took a day trip from NY to Philly just so he could bring me here on Sat. Food ordered: - Appetizers: Split 2 orders of the Nem Nuong Cuon (Grilled Meat Ball Roll). Basically like a Spring roll but w/a roll of spiced ground pork, vermicelli noodles, bean sprouts, dipped in peanut sauce. Drool! - Entrees: BF had the Bo Nuong Toi Que (Thinly Sliced Grilled Beef in a basil/garlic sauce). I had the Bun Ga Nuong (Grilled Chicken Vermicelli Noodle Bowl). - Beverages: Vietnamese Coffee (mine Iced, his hot), which is very strong coffee w/condensed milk on the bottom that is then stirred (not shaken, hehe). - Dessert: Che Bap (Corn Pudding) & the Coconut Ice Cream. Cool: I discovered how good the Coconut Ice Cream tasted when I took a spoonful of it & then immediately sipped my Iced Coffee. Yummm! Not cool: Side effect was severe brain freeze. Owww! Service was excellent, prices were very reasonable. And everything was sooooo delicious, I couldn't stop raving about how good it all was on our ride back home. Note on parking: Location is in Chinatown, but this also means a lack of parking. We had to circle for a good 30 mins before finding parking about 3-4 blocks away.",real
36183,absolutly in love with their tacos!!!! I bring this food home to my husband all the time. he tells me he gets cravings for it mid night.,fake
46920,"Any time I have a day off, I head to Sandwich Theory for lunch.  Great regular menu, but also interesting specials which change every day.  Great soups, sandwiches, and salads. I also love their fresh fruit salad, Oreo chocolate chip cookies and their organic iced coffee.  Lots of food options, and quick, friendly service.",real
4427,"Perhaps it's the ""Brooklyn Boy"" in me.  Perhaps I've seen one too many movies.  I'm not sure what it is, but if you're a diner with old fashioned decor, older tables/booths, wood walls and floors and a counter to boot, you've already won half my heart.  Throw in good food, and I'm pretty much in love.  And so now you know the source of my love for Tom's. Located on a corner of an area that wasn't always so welcoming, gentrification is slowly creeping into this sector of Brooklyn, making this a destination spot for students and locals alike.  The outside looks like an old store with a white background and dark lettering.  Tons of plants surround the outside and a chalk board lists an impressive number of dishes that are part of the menu.  When you walk in there's a counter to the left along with the cashier.  Based on previous reviews, I had expected a long wait but nope, my girlfriend and I were seated almost immediately at lunch time to boot! Our waiter came over quick and in no time we had water and coffee on the table.  Once we ordered, our food came within 10 minutes, nice and quick!  This gave me time to look over the place with its charming yet offbeat decor that included Christmas lights, various framed photographs and awards.  In some places this would be a mess, here it somehow works - even the stained glass windows (seriously!). My girlfriend and I had both heard the pancakes were awesome so we had to order them.  She got the mango pancakes which actually had bits of mango in them.  I liked it more than she did.  I ordered the sweet potato pancakes which, shockingly, tasted very much like sweet potato!  Add on their cinnamon butter and syrup and it was like a perfect combination. I also had two eggs sunny side up with crab cakes.  The eggs were perfectly done with the runny yolk that I love.  The crab cakes were cooked perfectly.  Cripsy on the outside with wonderful crabby goodness inside. My only complaint is the service.  My empty coffee cup went unfilled for the entire meal (a first for me at any diner) and the same can be said for our water.  Basically until we were done eating no one checked on us.  Still, for the price you're paying and frankly given how the place looks and its rather...rustic nature, none of this comes as a shock. Overall I loved my experience at Tom's and would go back in a heartbeat!",real
16654,"Finally tried this place! Every time I've been here is about 2 hour wait so we put the name on the list and had a drink down the street. They will text you when table is ready. Pretty cool. Don't waste your time for any food items though...other than the pancakes or pastries. Tried the vegetarian sandwich which was ok. Just a basic lettuce, tomato and cheese sandwich. $12. Tried the omelette which was bland. No seasoning or spices. The hash browns that came with it where more like mash potatoes no seasoning either. They have this delicious German chocolate cake. Not too sweet with pieces of coconut inside. The cake was so moist and soft. Just perfect. Latte- if you like bitter coffee then this is the place for it.",real
36349,Delivery was quick and quesadilla and tacos were on point! Just remember to order salsa cause it doesn't come gratis.,real
34,"Excellent breakfast spot, with very good coffee, and of course, wonderful toast!",real
49920,This is a fun place with a really friendly staff! Food is excellent! Highly recommend the corn as an appetizer. Fish & pork belly tacos are yummy. Spicy cucumber salad is also very good-refreshing! Prices are very reasonable. Wonderful atmosphere-outdoor dining as well.,real
24157,"Best restaurant in NYC!!! Juni  is amazing, the food is excellent as well as the service! Definetely going again!!",real
20840,"Cozy, beautiful, romantic, lively place.  My date and I happened upon Uva merely because we were in the area and our car was parked nearby at a garage.  I am SO glad we found this place because I have to return and try more of their food. My date and I were seated in a corner where we could gaze lovingly into each others eyes and hold hands across the table without it being awkward.  At the same time we were close enough to the table next to us where we could hear the whole conversation.  The place was dimly lit and lively and the exposed brick was gave it a homey, comfortable atmosphere.  We ordered Paper Thin Sardinian Flat Bread TRUffLE OIL AND SHAvED TRUffLE CHEESE...OMFG crack bread.  My date ate all of it and I snatched a few too.  Crunchy, but not too thin and not too loaded with oil and cheese.  Perfect.  The INSALATA DI CARCIOfI was recommended and it was delicious.  Not too many artichokes to make you wonder where the Arugula had gone.  Unfortunately I got too aggressive and flung half the salad onto the floor while trying to serve myself.  oops.   I ate the CAVATELLI AL PESTO and it was so rich, maybe a bit too rich but tasty.  It was creamy for sure but with a softness and interesting depth of flavor.  The pasta shells tasted homemade.  My guy had a steak dinner I believe and he couldn't stop moaning.  He eats a lot of steak so I trust that this was well executed. It was an amazing, incredibly delicious (if not rich) dinner.  I felt like I could leave NYC on good terms after dining at Uva.  Love for the food and love for the man provided by UVA!",real
22826,"Great restaurant! From the appetizers all the way to the desserts. Their skirt steak is even better than the one at Son Cubano. The atmosphere during warmer months is awesome, when you sit outside by the patio, it makes you feel like you are somewhere in the Caribbean with the palm trees & the water fall. Keep up the good work!!",real
5904,"Fresh and delicious food, authenticity really comes through.  Great drinks, decent service.  I've eaten there about five times now and have yet to have a bad meal.  The enchiladas are amazing, soups and salads will make your taste buds sing.  And the desserts are very good (esp the crema de olla).",real
20131,"Super friendly and helpful staff made for a wonderful experience! At the suggestion of the cashier, we ordered cheesesteaks with onions, cheese whiz, and mushrooms. It was tasty and satisfying after a long day of walking in the cold.",real
47697,"Overrated. Sicilian slices were good but not great. Garlic bread was greasy. Sub was ok, nothing outstanding. Service was non-existent. Not worth seeking this place out after seeing flattering Yelp ratings.",real
40436,"heard the lively crowd and awesome music down the block as i was wandering down orchard with the man-friend.  if a place is packed after 10pm on a sunday night when everything else on the block is dead, there has to be something good going on inside, right?  yep. delicious, fun margaritas.  MF ordered the fresh grapefruit/habanero (half spicy) and grapefruit/jalapeno and they were both quite hot!  def not for the meek or weak.  i didn't love the habanero since it was too much fire and not enough taste for my liking but the jalapeno was fantastic and savory, paired with the refreshing sweetness of the grapefruit.  i want to go back and try the dark ginger mojito. in terms of the drinks and food, what stood out most was the freshness and simplicity of the ingredients.  the service was amazing, very friendly and unpretentious, and the atmosphere was low-key and intimate, great tunes and asian-inspired decor to go with the name.  love this spot.",real
5506,"Finally got around to join yelp and this had to be the first place I give my 5 stars to!! I am an avid health food eater - this is my #1 choice on Staten Island! Besides the food being on point for the past 8 years of me eating there, the staff is always so friendly and helpful! The place itself is just so cool.  I would rather wait 15 mins for a wrap that is FRESH and not pre-cooked (collecting bacteria).  The juice is literally dripping off of my wrap! Veggies are always fresh, salads always on point.  If I could give Better 10 stars I would.  Go to Mc Donald's for fast food - go to Better for GOOD food! Keep doing it guys!!! LOVE IT",fake
42570,"Very cool interior and dining area, staff was friendly. Went for breakfast this morning, got the egg sandwich and and iced green tea. While everything was quite good, super quality ingredients and very tasty, $15 for a small egg sandwich and tea is a bit preposterous, I definitely don't mind paying a bit more for quality but as far as breakfast i don't think I would make it a regular thing at that price point. Would go back to try dinner or lunch though.",real
31756,"Dinner! Ever since I attended one of Brooklyn Commune's Supper Clubs a few months ago, I've been crossing my fingers for a regular dinner service. I was thrilled to attend the soft opening last week, and by the end of my gluttonous meal all of my senses were happy. We ordered the calamari, polenta with meatballs and carrot risotto. Everything tasted delicious, presentation was beautiful, and service was outstanding.  I have been frequenting Brooklyn Commune since they first opened and have always been able to find tasty vegetarian-friendly dishes for both breakfast and lunch. I was pleasantly surprised to find that dinner was no different. I'd definitely recommend popping by Juice Box for a bottle of wine before heading next door for dinner. Very thankful to all these guys for supporting the community, and for making it possible to simply walk out my front door for a fantastic meal.",real
9152,"I'm new to Filipino food, but I've already begun to search for the next best spot and for me, Pig and Khao isn't it. The restaurant is nice, the staff is sweet, but the food for the price just isn't worth it. We sat at the bar because we didn't have a reservation and there weren't any open tables. This turned out to be a good move because we had a lot of space, more than usual at a bar seat, and we had the extra entertainment of being right in front of the kitchen. For food, I had the pork belly adobo ($13) and my friend had the khao soi ($16), we both had the coconut rice ($3 each). Everything came out really fast but the portions for some things were crazy small! The khao soi was a good amount of food and paired well with the coconut rice, which was delicious. The pork belly however, was really good but there were only 4 slices. Four. Slices. of Pork. Belly. I'm sure your doctor would be happy about that, but I think $13 should earn you a little more than that. Everything else was fine; our waters never got down to the bottom because the staff was incredibly attentive in a non-annoying way. I wish I could give them a better rating, but the food/price just doesn't do it for me. Sorry, guys!",real
29860,"Brunch here is pretty good. Usually we order off the regular menu: cider pork belly hash with poached eggs  and the chicken and waffles. The chicken and waffles are perfect--the best I've had. There's something about the gravy sauce they use. And the chicken isn't super greasy. Yum yum! If it isn't too crowded, the staff are fun to be around yet still attentive. We like sitting at the bar if possible.",real
32741,"A truly incredible experience last night... not in a good way.  First, incredibly high prices for a BYOB.  Then, the entrees took over an hour to arrive in a place with a handful of tables and not all occupied.  To top it off, the food was cold when it arrived, or at least lukewarm, in a restaurant where you are practically sitting in the kitchen.  All that for $220 for four before tip!  I heard so much about this place and was terribly disappointed.  The original Dmitri's on 3rd and Catherine is WAAAY better and at less than half the price!",fake
12446,"Get the lunch special!  They will NOT tell you about it, neither will they bring out a lunch special menu. But its a great deal and you should ask for it! For around $12, you get the avocado salad, chicken (redor white meat), and a side of beans & rice, or french fries, and a soda. What a good deal! The avocado salad is delicious. They are generous with the amount of avocado. The chicken was great. It came with green sauce. Try the green sauce, but not too much because it is SPICY! The rice and beans were both super filling. I would love to come back again for lunch!",real
43080,"This is one bald man who certainly knows his chocolate! I walk by this place almost everyday, but it was only recently that I decided to give it a try. We dined late Friday night after seeing a show across the street at the Academy of Music. As soon as you walk through the door you are immediately struck with a wonderful chocolate aroma that they must pump through the vents. The decor is darling, with clever phrases like, ""Look mom, Willy Wonka does exist!"" elegantly graffiti-ed on the walls. It was hours after dinner, but we were still craving something salty and sweet. To drink, I went with the waitress's recommendation for the Italian hot chocolate. She claimed it tasted like a melted chocolate bar, which was spot on. It's served in a""hug mug,"" which was just about the cutest, most clever cup I've ever seen. They sell them in the chocolate shop and I may be purchasing very soon...Then it was time for the entree. If you couldn't tell from my profile, I'm a sucker for anything cheesy. The ""Really Cheesy-Really Crunchy Mac & Cheese"" entree was an obvious choice. It blew my expectations out of the water. I would go as far to say it was one of the best mac & cheese's I've had in the city! Comes in a huge frying pan-type dish, but I had no trouble finishing it. 5 different cheeses, bacon, crunchy topping with diced tomatoes, served with a side of marinara. Sounds a little strange to say, but the taste slightly mimicked pizza. Perfection! Finally, it was time for the dessert. I'm a huge banana fan, so I went with the Banana Tempura Fondue. Fried banana balls with strawberries to dip in milk chocolate and toffee sauce. My mouth is still watering. Next on my list to try- Banana Split Waffles. Every detail of this place was thought through, right down to the cute little box they drop the check in. I do admit it is on the pricier side. However; it is well worth it, especially if you only treat yourself every once in a while. Max Brenner, I will see you at my next celebration.",real
10939,"Went in for lunch on Sunday, mostly because we didn't want to shell out for brunch anywhere in town.  I still don't have a handle on the menu-- it's big, not well organized, and half named for Italian dishes, half for soccer players.  It's confusing when the Hamm is pork-free. We got a slice of the Margherita, a lunch sized bowl of the Pele pasta, and a soda for $14.50.  It was plenty for the two of us.   The margherita was so-so, probably because the mediocre ingredients had nowhere to hide.  I blame myself for not anticipating this problem, and expect that the more conventional pizzas would be more satisfying.  The Pele was delicious if artery-clogging.  It's not classy food, but it filled us up for not too much money. On future visits, I plan to try more pizza and as many fried appetizers as possible.  Will update.",real
41696,"Place is still as intimate as ever, with a nice selection of beers on tap. Candlelit tables (if you can get one) and a surprising amount of standing room. Eurotrash and Guidos (if that's your thing, ladies) do frequent this place in the summer quite often apparently.  More of a journal entry, my most recent foray into the establishment was as pleasant as ever on a service and value standpoint.  Be wary of the clientele that may frequent this joint however. While sitting at a table, my party and I were intruded on by some sun-burned meathead (and gang), who proceeded to sit at our table uninvited and began to hit on the girls I was with.  Maybe I'm just old-fashioned, but I thought it was completely out of form and just rude. A sour taste in my mouth for what was a fine night at a fine establishment.  Just wanted to give a word of warning to the good looking female yelpers out there.",real
36477,"I go here to work regularly. The workers are friendly, it's not too expensive, and there's usually a spot to settle in. It's like the perfect distance from Penn.",real
32848,Loved the food! Great restaurant with only a few tables - I will be back!,real
49800,The food was very good. But nothing absolutely extraordinary. The service was a bit off. The manager didn't thank us or smile at all and almost treated us as if we were a nuisance with our 2 year old.,real
46927,"Food is OK but the price is too pricy - which is more than it's worth. And also, the service here is not good, we don't think we are treated well because the server continued to bother us to indicate we should order more. We didn't have a pleasant visit here at all.",fake
3501,"Went to see a friend's band play and came early for dinner. I was not expecting much and was pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food. We ordered from the specials menu and started with the hickory wings and blackened steak bites appetizers. The steak was tender and tasty (though technically I wouldn't call them blackened) and came with a herb-mayo dip, fresh baby greens, and small garlic bread. For dinner,  I had the prime rib sandwich with garlic mayo and provolone done cheesesteak style w/ fries. Everything was done right with fresh ingredients. This coming from what people describe as a ""dive bar"". Not at all. And our servers we more than attentive! To boot the beer selection was great as well - both draft and bottles. I was just surprised we were the only table for dinner. Perhaps the word's not out yet on the great food? It should be.",real
19909,"I'm only giving 3 BC my cheese steak was a tad dry. I got it w provolone and grilled onions, the meat tasted great and bread was really good. But not enough cheese or grilled onions. I would go back and get extra cheese as well as onions.",real
37639,"Good old fashioned diner..a bit long in the tooth but it doesn't detract from the good food. Our group had breakfast; eggs over easy , one with bacon and other with Thumans sausage..both excellent. A waffle with sausage and another egg dish. Coffee was really good.",real
41843,"We're happy our friends recommended this bar/restaurant. We come here for the burgers!!! Really done well and the buns are also toasty and not soggy. They have a very good amount of selection of beers to choose from and along with the fries it makes a great meal. Came here this past weekend and th ewqitress took our order but forgot the kitchen closes after brunch. So hungry and still drinkING our first round of beer, she apologized profusely and made it up by serving us free drinks. Round 2 was On her and we were fine with it. The wait for 5:30 was worth it and our meal was delicious. The waitress, Angela, was a doll and we liked the fact she did right by us for her mistake. This is one of our go-to Places in Astoria. I'd rate it higher, but too many young'ns trying to be seen and One server wIth long dark hair working at the back was rude and glad we got a seat at the front with our server and not the mean one at the back. Other than the waitstaff, will come here again for the food and for good drinks with friends.",real
43224,"I was in Philadelphia for just 2 days with my husband and this is the last place we went before we left. That bald guy thing made us curious enough to go inside. We were pleasantly surprised! I absolutely loved the illustration on the walls and all the product packaging. We found perfect gifts for several of our friends in there. I didn't give it 5 stars because we did not stay to eat, but I was very intrigued. The guy that helped us was very nice, even when I was rushing all around asking a 100 questions about all the gift packages. As an artist, I fell in love with the packaging, its worth it to go inside just to see the design.",real
47810,"Our 2nd time there & It was just as bad as our 1st since we purchased it through groupon,we said let's give it a 2nd chance,since we have no discount maybe the food would be better..( I wanted to give them the benefit of the doubt) If you're going there expecting authentic Cuban cuisine ,Forget about It Nothing-Nada-Zilch!! You're better off going to a small mom & pop hole in a wall restaurant on Bergenline that's 100% authentic Cuban food & people..  to finish the night the manager over charged us for a dish we did Not order & the 1st time there same manager dispose of out itemized receipt as if he was hiding something!!!!The only Good thing there was Fabio the waiter which FYI you so don't belong there,they don't deserve you(you get a star) do NOT recommend.....",real
16644,"Went on a Monday morning to avoid the crowds. The menu was not extravagant but the food looked amazing. We started off with some drinks, Mexican coffee and banana foster, which were yummy. Then we had one of the most decadent and delicious chocolate pancakes and brioche French toast ever. The chocolate chunks were just melting on top of the pancakes. The maple syrup was like no other, not too sweet but makes the pancakes complete. The consistency of the French toast was just right, chewy but fluffy. The walnuts and banana on top created great flavors. To top all this off was the sugar cured bacon, sweet yet salty, a nice change from the sweet goodness.",real
11157,"Blue riblon on a sunday night... the atmosphere is cozy, didn't have to wait long in order to get a table. if you are ( or not ) a seafood fan  you MUST have the Seafood plateau !!!! we had that and few selection of oyster, absolutely delicious and filling two huge apatite! Thanks blue ribbon you will  see more of me there!",fake
29657,"i can't express in words how happy i feel when i come to bohemian. the restaurant is like someone's living room; completely intimate, totally welcoming and tastefully decorated. we've come here enough where we know what we like and don't like, and always order the same things: oysters, short rib sashimi, mushroom croquette with uni, branzino fish, japanese sweet potato (if they have it), and the beef dish of the day. it's way too much food for two people, but somehow we manage to finish it all. if you've never been, i would def do the extremely affordable tasting menu, which i've ordered the few times i've brought newcomers. i'm generally happy with everything on that menu except for the smoked meats, which i found decent but not as impressive as the other items on the menu. as a caveat, this will most likely not be the best meal you've ever eaten in your life. it was definitely not for me. but it IS the type of food that i crave and genuinely want to eat on a very regular basis, and i can't say that for the ""best"" meal i've had in my life. so take the trouble to find the number - i promise you won't be disappointed.",real
38959,"my absolute favorite brunch spot - order the breakfast BLT or Moroccan Eggs - everything is good, but those are my favorites. And the mint tea. yum.",real
31062,"I was here for a birthday dinner last night. This place is stellar. The food is delicious. They have a nice selection of reasonably priced, reasonably portioned tapas. We tried a bunch and I enjoyed all of them. The polenta is probably the best I've ever had... anywhere. We also managed to get in during their happy hour oyster special, so we were able to get them at $1/each. The service was solid and friendly -- especially considering we rolled in with a group of 12 on a Saturday night (!). They offer a 4 course tasting menu for $30 ($50 with wine pairings), which I will absolutely be back to try. I think this place is a still a bit under the radar. I hope it stays that way, because it's a gem.",real
18614,"BEST BLUEBERRY PANCAKES IN NYC! It's so good, fluffy, huge size portion, tasty, buttery, heavenly, etc. I didn't love the egg dishes so I won't rate this the best brunch but the only reason to come here anyway is for the pancakes. The maple butter just adds the best finishing touch to the pancakes. We also had dessert (apple crumb sundae) which was so decadent, sweet and delicious. I loved it. This place is SO SO cute but very small/cramped. We waited for 1.5 hours to get a table. Best advice is to go right when it opens and don't go with more than 1 other person or you will wait longer. But, again, the pancakes are worth the wait.",real
23600,"I've walked past this place several times and the decor, music, and outdoor seating area have caught my eye.  My boyfriend and I decided to check it out this past Friday evening before a comedy show at the Wellmont. The decor inside is very ""cute"" - the colors and decor to make you have that Caribbean feel.  Cuban music through the speakers - which was way too loud.  The loud music lead to people around you practically screaming to have a conversation.  Music would have been fine had the volume been turned down a bit so people could hear themselves thing. We ordered the empanadas which were tasty but SMALL.  We got three chicken empanadas for the appetizers which were mostly dough.  Would not order those again as I felt it was a bit of a rip off. For dinner my boyfriend got the Picadillo which was plentiful and delicious.  I got the Chicken cuban sandwich with avocado and cilantro pesto was very tasty. Food came very quickly - felt a bit rushed although service was attentive.   Our table was wobbly and it seemed like it was up to use to stick a napkin under the leg to keep it from shifting.  Wasn't until our check came that the matre'd  saw what we did and had one of the waitstaff fix it with a wooden wedge. Bottom line - Cuban Pete's is a yes for delicious Cuban food - however don't expect to have a quiet meal nor expect to have a leisurely one either.",real
42970,"I stopped in here with a friend and just grabbed hot chocolates. We didn't eat here so I can't attest to the food, but our drinks were great!",real
15086,"Northern Spy Food's kale salad is the model by which all other kale salads should aspire to. The kale leaves are amazingly tender, assuming a texture comparable to romaine lettuce. And the leaves are actually flavorful. It's a challenge with kale leaves because they're so tough and impermeable that they don't seem to absorb dressings particularly well, but that's not the case here. The shavings of pecorino cheese add a rich and salty touch to the salad, melding with the olive oil in a creamy coating resembling caesar dressing. Honestly, that generous dash of cheese probably negates the health benefits of the salad, but it totally makes up for it with decadent flavor. The almonds and sweet potatoes are great for breaking up the saltiness of the dish. Don't forget to add two baked eggs to the salad-swirling egg yolk into the leaves is icing on the cake. The biscuits are pretty amazing as well, be sure to order them on the side. I also want to make a few quick comments on the Egg Begley, Jr. sandwich that's on the brunch menu. Northern Spy Food introduced the egg sandwich at GoogaMooga with much fanfare, calling it the one that will blow all other egg sandwiches out of the water. The video they produced provided a behind-the-scenes look at its creation, which certainly seemed impressive. I learned that the eggs are pre-circulated in a sous-vide bath so that they're soft boiled and then seared on a griddle-fancy!! The brioche bun holds the egg and the cooked kale and potato hash together, letting you have a square meal pretty much in the palms of your hand But when the sandwich arrived, it was not what we expected. First of all, the bun was way too big. There was no way a normal sized person could fit the entire contents of one bite into his or her mouth, so naturally, we had to eat it open-faced and consume the components separately. I'm still puzzled by how they expected diners to eat this as a sandwich. Were we supposed to just aggressively smash everything together? As opposed to eating a sandwich, we were eating a plate of eggs and potato hash, and not a very good one at that. The hash was really dry, probably because the egg yolks weren't providing the necessary moisture. It was such a promising dish in concept but not in execution. Northern Spy Food doesn't take reservations and there's always a line for brunch. But the trek out to Alphabet City for the best kale salad in the city is worth it. Try to go at an odd hour (hipsters like to sleep in), or come as a party of two, the turnaround is a lot faster.",real
20231,"I came Monday night and usually most of the restaurant or wine bars do not have the right vibe. This did not happened to me at Uva! Wonderful place, very nice decor and authentic ""finally"" italian food and wines!! I was welcomed by i believe the hostess and i believe her name was Patrizia. She treated my friends and i  like kings. Perfect music. It is the perfect pick for dates and big party. I will go back very soon when back from the Bay area. Good job Uva",fake
5608,Dog Food - You have come to the right place. I hear so many great reviews from people about the food here yet I can't figure it out.   Was it a bad food night?  Was there something in the air?   I have no idea but my food was awful.   I was excited to try the ropa vieja and when it arrived looking and tasting like purina from a can.    The service was AWFUL.  The wait staff was MIA (and its a tiny place - where could they go) Maybe you won't have the same experience going here.,real
41471,"we had a surprise party for my sister here. the atmosphere is very relaxed and while it gets crowded, its not overwhelming and doesn't stop conversations from happening normally. it space is beautiful, the brick walls add a lot of character, and the food is really good. really good. I had mac and cheese and it was perfect food for drinking. working with the staff to coordinate the party was easy and exciting. they worked hard to ensure they had enough staff working with just us, and I would definitely go again. it is a very hipster place haha",fake
49003,"his place blew me away. The burgers are nothing like I've ever had; it was perfectly prepared. We had an order of the fries and the BBQ pork sandwich, which were also very well balanced dishes. Anyone who takes food seriously should be visiting this place.",real
40427,"A weird grungy place with ""Mexican"" food that is decorated with Asian pictures and lanterns. Not sure if I enjoy the melding of the two. They have a variety of tequila and margaritas. I don't really enjoy the Raspberry Paloma variety... too many seeds and too sour! The Tamarind is supposedly better but I think they really water down their ritas on the rocks and I've had much better, especially being from the state directly north of Mexico. They do use fresh ingredients The food is a bit better. If you order the ensalada con aguacata beware of an overwhelmingly salty overdressed salad. ASk for it on the side. I love the ingredients and the concept but it wasn't good. The shrimp and calamari dish that comes with bread is much better.",real
2633,"Geno's & Pat's are slightly different but both are pretty sloppy and not that great. Plenty of restaurants have them beat in quality, service, & tastiness. You only go here for the experience because they claim to be the ""Original Philly Steak.""",real
8934,Fabulous restaurant. Food is delicious and prices are very reasonable. I will definitely go back.,real
36634,Food was a little "over-plated". For example I had the scallops which were served over a bed of sea salt which really detracted from the buttery taste of the fresh scallops which was too bad. However the goat chese torta was excellent with hints of mint. Big drawback is that it still has that "chainy" feel - and is overpriced for the quality. The most annoying part was I asked for water twice and never got it...come on get it together guys!,real
49592,"do not go to this restaurant unless you want to deal with the worst staff in New York.  The maitre' de took pride in being rude, insolent and dismissive.  I highly recommend NOT trying this restaurant.",fake
25554,"There's wine-by-the-glass for every palate. My friend wanted buttery oaky. I wanted dry and crisp.  We were both thoroughly pleased. The menu is simple and totally compliments their wines. Their pizzas somehow seem guilt free. The crust is paper thin and all the varieties are really fresh. From goat cheese with caramelized onion to arugula topped mozzarella. They have seasoned olives too, select cheeses, focaccia and a few more hearty dishes on the menu. This place is just right for a week night dinner or drink out -  There's something downtown feeling about it too which I always like.",real
37523,"The food is excellent.  The service is very good.  This is an old world family Italian restaurant where the whole family puts their heart and soul into the business and it really shows. The restaurant isn't very large (which is good).  On very cold / busy winter evenings, there isn't much space to wait for your table if you arrive a bit early.  Come April when it is warm enough to hang out outside for a few minutes, I'll definitely be back.  The space isn't huge - they do take reservations and they really seat you at the time they promise but you can never guarantee there won't be a 5 - 10 minute wait (no problem) - it is easier to stand outside than inside so bear that in mind on a very cold evening (but hopefully winter 2010/2011 is nearing the end of its coldest). The wine list is very good and very reasonably priced.  Great place.",real
13428,"Been here once.  Loved the history of this place.  But I felt kind of weird here- like I just walked into something personal.  Everyone knows each other and there are def. lots of regulars (so it seemed), so it takes awhile to get used to if you plan to become a regular yourself.",real
10959,"Pizza was delicious! I had a slice of buffalo chicken and a slice of tomato, broccoli and ricotta. The only thing I could have asked for would have been blue cheese on the buff chicken. The crust was so crispy and delicious I may call it one of the best I've ever had. Can't wait to return to try more delicious pies.",real
45402,Went here for Sunday brunch and was very happy with the way everything went. One thing I always find difficult is a place that will actually take reservations for brunch!! I was able to book it online too so that made life alot easier. I'm glad I did make a reservation because the place was packed! But we went right in and sat without a wait. (woohoo!) It was very hot that day so we sat inside rather than out. Service was fast moving and you could see they were pumping out orders left and right. We never felt rushed even with the hustle and bustle around us. The place was loud and lively! Our food (and mimosas) were delicious. Based on my friends and coworkers always rave about this place I wasn't sure how I was going to feel....but my expectations were definitely met.,real
734,This place kicks ass!!,real
36035,"Omg, I seriously had the worst experience ever. I called in a delivery order at 6:45  for half Hawaiian half pepperonancho sausage. 30 mins later my pizza arrived. Which came to 21.55 cause I got extra cheese. When I  sat down to eat, the pizza was wrong but the receipt was correct. So good job Alexandra (name on receipt ) . It was half pepperoni sausage half cheese. Disappointed, I called to tell them my pizza was not correct, they told me they would send another pizza. But to give the driver the old pizza. This was at 7:25. Starving I begin to eat the correct side. Finally at 8:20 my new pizza is here. The driver demands the old pizza back, i give it to him. My new pizza gets upstairs to me, via a friend and I open it to find a large Hawaiian pizza with half pepperoni and sausage (the whole pizza is hawaiian and half has pepperoni and sausage Again it's incorrect. I wanted half Hawaiian half sausage and pepperoni. Sigh at this point I called and asked for my money back, and again they ask for the incorrect pizza back. Manager was very rude!  I'll stick with city view,",real
31905,"Lock Yard is GREAT.Firstly, the beer selection is vast. But more importantly, the food impressed me. This is not everyday mediocre bar food. The fried pickles are top notch. Often fried pickles are cut into chips but the fried pickles are pickle spears fried in Panko- so delicious. My favorite item is the double cheddar smoked beef sausage. I love that it has crispy onions on it, that just makes it extra awesome. The hot dogs are also very good, but it's worth it to get a sausage because it comes on a REALLY nice fresh roll (rather than more boring hot dog rolls). This place even has waffle fries which I love- not many places even have them. I love this place and I really look forward to trying more of their food.",real
8406,"Amazing bagels for a decent price. The location in a strip mall made me wary of this place - how good could it really be if it's down the sidewalk from a Subway?  The answer: AWESOME.  The bagels were fresh and doughy, though by the time we got there at 11 options were very limited.  The service was friendly and there were lots of seating options. I had a bagel with egg and swiss - delicious!  Just a word to out-of-towners: they won't toast your bagel unless you ask. Definitely worth a stop at for breakfast, coffee, or even just bagels to go.",real
36890,"I really like the atmosphere in Ordinary, I think it's a great date spot for drinks.  Dark wood abounds and the eating space is adorned with an enormous moose head.  The food is pretty good also, but there is not much of a selection and they can run out of ingredients by 8 or 9 at night.   Lots of specialty cocktail drinks, barrel-aged booze and craft beers.  There are half off bottles of wine on Tuesday, which is a steal.   Service has always been delightful whether sitting at the bar or eating in the back room space.  The bar can get quite crowded on Friday and Saturday nights and they do occasionally reach capacity.",real
2583,"So there's this whole rivalry between Geno's and Pat's (very Jets and Sharks), and when we were visiting Philly we ate at Geno's because I'm not exactly a Cheez-Whiz fan (apparently Pat's sticks more to the ""original"" cheesesteak, which comes with Whiz). When you order a cheesesteak, you don't want to come off like a total tourist. So if you want it with onions, you just say ""with"" and if you want it with provolone or whiz, you just say either ""provolone"" or ""whiz."" Pretty self explanatory, no? So for example, I wanted a cheesesteak with onions and provolone, so I would just walk up and say, ""With provolone"" (or ""provolone, with""). If you just wanted Whiz on your sandwich, you would literally walk up to the window and just say, ""Whiz."" Don't be a doucher and just say ""with,"" because, hello, it's a cheesesteak -- you're supposed to get some kind of cheese on it. Anyway, the cheesesteak was meh. Also, it's outdoor picnic-style seating, so it's not very clean, but who cares? You're eating a greasy sandwich with fake cheese on it. Bring hand sanitizer.",real
18735,"Had the spicy slice and was not disappointed.  Crispy yet robust crust, great sauce.",real
32615,"We went here for Sunday brunch. I had the Cinnamon French Toast and it was good. Hubs had the Vegetable omelet and thought it was good, too. Daughter had Poached Eggs Florentine and loved it. She also ordered Hot Apple Cider which came along with a cinnamon stick on the side and loved it. This place is a fancy diner. Prices are a little high but worth it! Service was great too! Only sticking point was when I tried adding points to the loyalty card, it said my account was frozen. I asked why and I was told it was because I haven't been there for 3 months. Glad I caught that because our waitress didn't tell me that!",real
9616,"Lovely quiet atmosphere, gorgeous wood paneling and marble decor. We ordered cafes and a gold-leafed chocolate mousse cake that was divine. Not cheap, but worth your time after looking through Neue Gallery and the Metropolitan Museum.",real
4397,Average food an long wait don't match the hype. I prefer Cheryl's Global Soul down the street.,real
10580,"Went here quite a while ago before I started yelping. The food at this restaurant is magnificent. The decor isn't impressive, but they do have cloth napkins. The place seats maybe 16 people at most (4 tables). Service is very good. A guy opened the door for us when he saw us looking inside. This place is BYOB and the waiter helped us open our beer bottles. Also, since we came with 6 people, they put two tables together for us. They have very limited space so I don't expect them to do that during peak hours, although it is possible considering how nice they are. I remember having... Shrimp Poori with naan - One of the most amazing sauces I have ever tasted. I remember it being sweet and extremely appetizing. Would definitely have it again. Chicken (or was it lamb?) Jalfrezi - I don't remember how it tasted but I remember it was amazing. We didn't order dessert but they complimented each of us (all 6 of us) with sample sizes of rice pudding, which was very good(I've never had bad rice pudding anyway). Everything here is inexpensive, so definitely come here and don't be afraid to pig out. You will be treated like royalty here.",real
45455,"Although this is a restaurant with a full menu, I was there with two friends on the way to a en event, so we ordered a number of sides and startes to share with our cocktails. Duck confit wings and the pickle juice cocktail worked well together. I'll bookmark this one to try again. It's a good option if you're ever stuck at the Javits Center and needing a place to meet up for business after a long day.",real
45445,"We were looking for a spot to have a nice breakfast, and on my search Cookshop popped up. I called and they said that the wait would be anywhere from 15 min to an hour. We decided to take the ride and see what happens. Luck was definitely on our side this beautiful (and extremely hot) sunday. We got there before 10:30 and found parking right in front of the place. The day was off to a good start already. We walked in and were seated immediately. Not long after, the place started to pack in!! My girl had the huevos rancheros and i have to say they were pretty yummie. i'm not a huge fan of beans for brkfst but they were good. I had the cookshop scramble. The caramelized onions and bacon paired perfectly with the beautiful fluffy eggs and the biscuit. I had the cherry ginger limeade which i loved. Very bright and refreshing. Mine was so good that i don't remember what my girl got. lol. A little pricey, but it's NYC. Definitely would not mind coming back to Cookshop! ENJOY!",real
45671,"My first stop in my brunch adventures in NYC.   Reservations are highly recommended (especially for the weekend). We started with country pate.  It was very tasty but perhaps needed to sit out from the fridge for a few more minutes (wasn't as spreadable as we expected).   I had the Cookshop scramble with the smoked salmon; it was delicious and not too salty.  My friend had the casserole baked eggs and enjoyed every bite.   The service was excellent -- our server was tentative, but we never felt rushed despite the growing waiting list.   Very nice place for brunch.. highly recommend it.",real
21742,"This place is one of a kind. I have never been to a restaurant where the servers knew such extensive, detailed descriptions of every menu item. Having them explain each dish so thoroughly really amplified the experience. It's all communal dining which I think is quite fun. You see what everyone is ordering and end up pointing at dishes to your server expressing you'd also like to try. They are beyond accomodating and aside from food that's very close to perfection their customer service skills are top notch",fake
5872,My girlfriend said it should be 5 stars but I thought it was a 3 star....my meal was good but not unbelievable so we stuck with 4 stars.  The menu seemed authentic and they had a lot of options.   We started with the Queso Chihuahua Toluca which was great.  My girlfriend had the ensalada de mango with shrimp and I had the Molcajete Pollo.  Both were good but I would probably get something else next time.  The chicken didn't seam to soak up the flavor of the sauce it was in. I would recommend stopping by if you are in the area.,real
41508,"Everything about this bar is perfect. As soon as I heard that this spot had a shared affiliation with The Wren and Bua, two of my fav East Village spots, I knew this was a must hit. It certainly did not disappoint. My girlfriend and I walked into this dimly lit bar (just steps from the NQR in Astoria) and were immediately in love. The atmosphere is perfect for a small, intimate get together with friends. Bonus points given for the Christmas lights and candles scattered throughout the place :) Apart from the decor...the staff is friendly and attentive, and the music playlist is spot on. The craft beer selection is impressive and the cocktail list is even better - I highly recommend the mulled apple cider and sweet tea cocktail!! After careful consideration, we ordered the beechers cheese curds and the fried pickle sides, and then shared the burger. I know the other reviews rave about the fried pickles and they are not wrong to do so. These delectable little finger foods are made with thick pickle slices and the dip is the perfect combination of smokey and spicy. Top notch!! The burger was simple, juicy and perfectly cooked. As a burger lover, believe me when I say that this burger is legit. I would come back to this place in a heartbeat and intend to do so. While we didn't stay long enough to see the band play, Monday nights bring live jazz/bluegrass - I'm sure it's great time. The only thing wrong with this evening...we shared the burger!!!!!!!!!  :( In retrospect, I should have ordered my own. It's that yummy!!",real
47497,"Authentic Italian with a cozy atmosphere. The menu offers a variety of interesting Italian dishes you won't find at your typical restaurant. Always offering fantastic specials. I highly recommend the grilled Calamari! Whenever my cousin from Roma comes to visit, he loves to go to L'Angolo... that pretty much says it all.",real
27485,"What can I say that hasn't already been said by 700+ reviews? Came for brunch one weekend and of course I had to tummy splurge on the pork chops and waffles. The cheese waffles along were good, not amazing, but when paired with the crispy and juicy pork chop, it just melts in your mouth. Batter on the pork chop is amazing, so crispy and crunchy on the outside, but does not jeopardize the juicy goodness of the pork chop itself. Must be back for dinner some day soon!",real
7475,"I have been here maybe 4-5 times over the years when I've been in town for work or play. I love the food. It is family style so good for groups. They also have an interesting martini line up. My friends go wild for the ""Buzz Aldrin"" it's a tangerine flavored martini with the rim of the glass dipped in Tang powder! Its also a good place to start out before a long night of bar hopping. The reason I give it 4 starts is because one time I had my card open at the bar and when it was time to close out they had given my card to somebody else, who then went and used it at another bar! So much for the ""see ID"" on the back!?",real
25589,I like this place better than Geno's and Pat's. The cheesesteaks and the other sandwiches are worth the ride.,real
42593,"My siblings, housemate, and I went here during our winter break. It was my housemate birthday so we ask them to put a candle on the desserts, which they didn't. The waitress give us water with ice when we specifically ask for no ice. Then she was rude to my brother by cutting him off when he was talking since she wanted ladies to order first even though we have not decided what to order. It took a very long time to bring out the orders. The chocolate was over sweet. The hot cocoa taste like powder from a packet. Plus, the waitress screw up the order by giving us two of the same dishes and the wrong sauce.  The people that work there keep staring at us which made us rush to eat faster since they handed us the bill before we were half way done and they started cleaning up. We had such a negative experience here.",fake
44925,"I just want to note that in order for the overall valet process to work, the valet has to reserve at least some spots for valet only.  To make this deal more attractive, the valet would probably block off the closer spots so that it would make sense to valet to save you a walk...  If a valet just lets everyone park until the spots are full, THEN kick into action... it wouldn't work as a business model because the valet would not make enough tips...  Please don't hate the valets!",real
16184,"Breakfast for dinner blueberry pancakes were the best I've ever had. I also tried the omelette, and crab cakes. Crab cakes were ok. Not my cup of tea. Omelette was so soft and creamy. I loved it. The place is fantastic! I'd totally come back.",real
26997,"Creating an account on Yelp just to write a review for this place. I have never experienced better service in my life, and I admit I was taken aback slightly by it-- previously, I had held a stereotype that New York wasn't exactly the place for that. My family and I had tickets to the Daily Show last Thursday, but I also had a professor that required me to take an online final at a time when I couldn't head back to our hotel, and there were no normal Wifi hotspots (e.g. Starbucks or Dunkin) in sight. Fear not: we emailed American Retro before we went and got the nicest reply from one of the staff, who we immediately ran into when we walked into the place. I wish I had got the guy's name, but he ran around getting me the Wifi password for the place and gave me and my family amazing service. As an aside, I had the pizza tater tots while writing out an essay, and they were godly. My family was equally pleased with how good their meals are, so bear in mind this place is great in many more ways than just their service. To top it all off, my mother forgot her credit card here, but our awesome server ran across the street and caught us waiting in line at the Daily Show to return it to us. All I can say is that this guy, along with the food/environment/other staff, made me seriously reevaluate my opinion on New York City and on what ""customer service"" means as a whole. Thanks so much for reading, and I hope I can go back to this place every time I visit the city. If our server happens to read this, I'm convinced you are an angel. Thank you for being so considerate, patient, and funny!",real
29812,"I'm strictly writing based on the food and drinks as I'm not a huge fan of the venue at Silk City.  Overall though, Silk City is a cool spot. Going from a smaller bar in an renovated diner in the winter time to a massive restaurant with outdoor seating in the summer must be tough on the chefs, but I've never noticed a drop in quality from winter to summer.  The menu isn't overly big, but there are enough options from salads (chicken Cesar was excellent) to appetizers and sides (the baked mac is to die for) sandwiches and full on dinner options.  Drink wise there are plenty of craft beer options at standard Northern Liberties prices. As I hinted at above, the real draw of this place is the outdoor area / beer garden that is open in the summer time.  With plenty of umbrellas and shady spots, this is generally a good place to grab a drink or some food during the summer.  Bonus points for all the weird and colorful art throughout the space. Service has always been decent, but not over the top. As for the location, there tends to be plenty of street parking in the area, especially on 5th just south of Spring Garden.  Just be careful if you park too far to the west as it is sort of a no man's land.  Be smart.",real
21264,"As others have said, this place has a lovely atmosphere.  Dark, but not too dark, rustic, but not too rustic, and the service was great the night my Aunt and I had an early dinner before a show at the 92nd Street Y. The gnocchi (as other reviewers have said) was lovely and my Aunt enjoyed her chicken.  An excellent wine list, which was expected - also reasonably priced, which was not.",real
9605,"While the food is amazing, the service is really horrible. My family and I were seated basically on top of a vent and it was really cold. We knew it was busy so we thought we would stick it out, but after we put in our order, we saw about 4 or 5 free tables and no one waiting for them outside. We asked the hostess if she would move us, she thought it would be okay but when she asked our waiter, he said no since it would be too much of a hassle to change our order to a new table. They did turn down the AC, but it only helped until it kicked back on. In general, our waiter was horrible. He barely came over to us. We waited over 20 minutes for him to come back to take our dessert order after we finished our main course. I might chose something a little less expensive and with better service next time.",real
21078,"The food, the atmosphere, the friendly staff, all of it contributed to a pleasant dinner. Went for a first date, had a nice two hour conversation over good food, decent wine. Their menu may be confusing at first, but the staff is more than friendly enough to answer any and all questions you may have. I had the scallops wrapped in prosciutto and they were amazing. We sat outside, it was a nice summer night so no complaints about how noisy it was, it was what was expected for a 2nd avenue restaurant on the Upper East Side.",real
19282,"The food at her is ok. They have things from mac and cheese to your normal chinese favorites. They make most things in smaller batches so its fresh and i do like the General Tso's chicken, crab rangue and there a bunch of there other items too. The soups always seems a little strange, granted soups at chinese resturants always vary to a degree so i guess its to be expected. They also have sushi here which is also just ok.  Theres nothing special about it but its not bad. A lot of it is made with imitation crab but its included in the buffet price so you cant complain about it. They have a plethera of deserst to choose from if you leave room for something extra. They have little cakes, fruit and icecream. Word of warning, stay away from the superman icecream! its just not good. There icecream flavors are hit and miss. Cotten candy is awesome, green tea is meh. Also get there before 12:30, when i got with a few friends who work in the area we get there at 12 and its pretty empty, at 1230 people start rolling in. Best thing is lunch is 8 bucks!",real
40359,"Ugh, such a disappointment.  Had way better, fresher and cheaper Mexican in Washington Heights (see my review for La Fiesta). A paltry tablespoon or so of dry meat in dollhouse sized tortillas does not a taco make, and 3 for $10? A total ripoff.  $15 for two poorly made, dry enchiladas with two tablespoons of refried beans on the side?  I don't care what your rent is, Barrio Chino - your prices are outrageous, your portions are offensively small, your food isn't authentic, and most egregiously, it isn't very good!",real
18500,"I went here with my sweetheart on a miserable rainy day.  He was discouraged by the trek (massive puddles, caffeine deprivation) and we ended up eating elsewhere.  We then went to Clinton St. for dessert and coffee.  The berry scone was pretty good, very large and offered with homemade jam.  The coffee was good, too.  Our waitress was attentive. The place is extremely small and there is basically no privacy.  Some of the groups tend to linger making the tables harder to get.  I can picture the place during busy periods and can't imagine waiting for this experience....best to go off-peak and take your chances.  If you take a date here, have a back up plan in case of a long queue.",real
29404,"OMG!!!! Amazing, amazing & super amazing. The staff has to be one of the best in NY. They were so kind, helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. The food was ridiculous. MUST EAT: wagyu sashimi & tatare. uni croquette. shrimp & garlic casuela. BIG EYE TUNA POKE!!!!! Black cod was so buttery. SWEET POTATO FRIES!!! Bohemian burgers were superber. Mac & Cheese is very tasty but extremely rich. the bacon dish is like heaven on a platter but is also extremely heavy and can fill you up easily. DRINK: it's a strawberry, cava, run & basil drink - can't recall name. comes like a smoothie and is not sweet at all. 3 of those had me :D if you sit at a table, chairs are super low. I ate at bar which was super comfortable and fit alllll the dishes we had. AMAZING. I die.",real
386,I don't understand how this place can get so many 4-5 star reviews. The food here is less than average especially for tapas in NYC. I  did not think the sangria was good and the decor was nothing special. The service also did not impress me. I will definitely not be returning here.,real
47707,"This place is great.  The 6.95 lunch special where you get soup, salad, and what they say is 1/2 a sandwich (it is really 3/4 of a sandwich) is as good as it gets and there are many different combos you can get.  It is well-known around the area for its Sicilian (they refer to it as square pie) pizza.  I definitely like it, but others complain because it is not traditional in that it is not excessively cheesy (in fact it just has grated cheese sprinkled on) so if you like a cheesy Sicilian pie make sure to order extra cheese as a topping.  The wraps and fries are also excellent here.  This is definitely my favorite pizza place in Clifton.",real
8395,"Good bagel deli. Good sandwiches. Little pricey though. Lunch will cost between $10-$12 for a sandwich, chips, and drink",real
41344,"The setting: East Village on a Saturday afternoon in the dead of winter. The cast: Two hungry 20-something students in search of delicious, cheap, and filling fare. The solution: Head over to Cafecito, a supposedly cozy little Cuban restaurant a few streets down for a quick bite. The results: Awesome. First of all, once you walk through the brick archway and into the restaurant portion of Cafecito (vs. the bar area) you're leaving NYC for a much warmer, more inviting climate. I was seriously loathe to leave the comforts of my warm little booth once we were done eating. As for the menu - it's a decent size with extremely affordable sandwich options ... both of us got the Cubano sandwich and we were not disappointed. The portions, flavor, and speed to the table were just about right. The only thing I can possibly gripe about is the CASH ONLY policy. Seriously, I'm not sure how this can even be an option in a city where even the taxis take plastic.",real
12188,"ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!! I always wanted to go to this place since I've bookmarked it back in October 2013. The photos and reviews peeked my interest yet I never took the chance to go until May 23,2014. My date and I was walking the city and she offer to take me to Pio Pio. Instantly I smiled with excitement. As we arrived we placed on name for a table. The wait was pretty long 30-45 mins and they weren't joking. Patiently waiting we chatted. I also noticed the Zagat reviews they were the winner choice for 2013 and 2014. Soon after our host they called our names. As we enter the first floor seats at the dining sector and a sleek long lavish bar. We were seated close by the walls however from the side of my eye I peeked a corner where it was overseeing the lower level dining area. We were kindly moved to truly enjoy the beautifully modern ambiance. The lighting was perfectly set to dim. While we were seated we review the menu as the waiter allowed us to see further what they had to offer. We started a combo Pimiento Relleno (stuff pepper) along with the Matador combo (roasted chicken, rice & beans, tostones, avacado salad, and salchichas &fries). In addition we order a pitcher of red sangria. While waiting for our food they placed a green minty-colored sauce and my date said it was for the delicious juicy Peruvian roasted chicken. I was pleased waiting because I was able to converse with my date as well here others enjoy themselves as reggaeton music played in the background. It gave the restaurant a fun-trending environment. The stuff pepper arrived first as well as the sangria. The bell pepper was nicely decor as I expected. It was pretty tasteful the ground beef and good start to an anticipating meal to arrive. The red sangria was serviced well strong fruitful but enjoyable. Then the main course arrived the Matador combo. HUGE portions smelling absolutely amazing! Plate after plate after plate. Felt just as if it were home cooked meal yet was at a much more beautiful setting. The chicken was so juicy and the green sauce gave it an extra cool spice taste. I loved the sauce so much I placed it on everything. The fries and salchichas were great little addition and plenty of tostones for 4 with garlic sauce. My date and I completely enjoyed ourselves this wonderful meal and conversation. As the billed arrived I was pleasantly surprised to see how affordable everything was. Plates of food appetizers pitcher sangria which pour 3 cups apiece my date and I totaled to under $100. Everything was incredible the service the food the dining experience and the company. I couldn't have asked for a better night at Pio Pio.",real
19745,I cant remember what I ordered when I checked this spot out last month  but I can remember how delicious the BACON GREASE popcorn was and for that I will definitely be back. Nice selections of beer too.,real
27561,The food here was EXCELLENT. It is unfortunate that my niece and I sat at the bar because the barmaid was very unfriendly and seemed disgusted the whole time. We tipped her only 15% because she gave us such poor service and had almost a hostile-like attitude. I will go back to buttermilk but will wait for a table rather than sit at the bar.,real
22618,"The food here is so good but it's not even worth it to go anymore because it's always so loud! Whether you sit inside or out, the music is blasting so you have to yell or save your chit chat for after dinner!!",fake
48961,"Tried Sketch today for the first time with a coworker for lunch.....the waitress was a sweetheart - as nice as could possibly be and the burger & fries were well worth the money.  The burger size was overly generous and had a nice crunch to the outside (I asked for it extra well done) but still juicy on the inside.  The fries were great.  Had them with the aioli sauce.  Love that they have paper & crayons and markers on the table, hence the name ""Sketch"", so you can make a little doodle and tape it up onto the wall....awesome for all of us kids a heart.  Will definitely be returning again....this time bringing the hubby....he's definitely gonna love it!!!",real
17019,"Although this place is AMAZING, but it probably wasn't the best place to start out the food adventure.  I was incredibly stuffed and it took another 2 hours until I was able to eat anything else.  Luckily we didn't have a wait at all.  I would suggest sharing one plate for every two if you plan on eating anywhere else afterwards. Blueberry Pancakes - I MISS THEE SOOOOO MUCH... (I even tried to replicate it at home...It isn't the same!!) Country Breakfast - came with sugar-cured bacon and cheese grits (Need I say more?) Southern Breakfast - came with heritage maple cured bacon, but nothing else about it really stood out. Your usual All American deal.",real
8085,"I went to Pylos this past weekend to celebrate my birthday because I'm a HUGE fan of Greek food. I made a reservation.  My friend arrived before me, and they seated her even though I was running behind her - a major plus for them since so many restaurants in the city don't and won't do that.   Starting out, they brought us this tasty, soft, and warm pita bread with a delicious hummus-like dip.  Our waitress came over to take our drink order and was so helpful. None of us knew anything about Greek wines and she guided us in the direction of a wine that may suit our tastes. We ordered 2 appetizers: the grilled octopus and the soutzoukakia smyrneika (meat sausage in a tomato sauce).  The grilled octopus was to die for! Tender and juicy yet charred flavorfully on the outside.  This dish really should be turned into some kind of entree. I couldn't get enough! For our entrees, we had the short ribs, the organic chicken, and moussaka. The short ribs were super-flavorful and fall-off the bone tender.  The chicken was juicy and expertly seasoned.  The moussaka was classically comforting although they were a bit skimpy on the aromatic spices.   The only true negative I can see is the fact that they serve only wine and beer - no cocktails.   I will be going back to Pylos again and again and again and again.",real
35857,"was there on 6/29/13 my husband and my daughter got there about 9:30.  it is very pretty inside.  we had clams casino definately very sandy and tough.   the asian scallops on the specials menu very good.  the pork lollipops in yougurt sauce aahhh so so.  the comment about craft beer is true its all budweiser products and japanese beer??? how about sam adams, brooklyn lager, bronx ale?  michelob corona heineken they are almost unheard of today with all the craft beer.  anyway we did not order dinner just too late and the appetizers were enough. however dont order apps and dinner at once i see the food is pushed and rushed.  it s an uncomfortable feeling.  we were asked 7 times are we ready to order dinner when clearly we had not picked up our menus since serving of apps. nice for a drink  but very very pushy.",fake
14763,"Oh n.3rd, you came just when they couldn't stuff another hipster into Standard. Then Standard enlarged and left you to be enjoyed by all. Never saw it too too crowded in here, always got a place to sit. Beer menu is a 7 out of ten. food is about the same. I like the ribs and the wings both done with the same sweet and sour type sauce on them. The place, like most f-ing places these days caters more to yuppies wanting dinner than drunks wanting drinks and that's what it is and we all must acknowledge and respect that. It is good for what it does and when I am in the hood it's where I tend to wind up. I am a boring dude, believe me. They have Hitachino Nest White Ale and that is cool (it just happens to be 6.50, but that beer is overpriced by the case anyway).",real
32208,Lycée martini for $6 and it's not happy hour... I'm sold. And their food is really good. Try the crispy spring rolls. I love coming here when I'm in Hell's Kitchen.,real
18621,"I wouldn't travel across the city for this brunch, but if I were within a 10 block radius in any direction, I would head there for sure. They make a huevos rancheros that is to die for..the veggies are so fresh (grilled corn especially) and their coffee is YUM. They are usually pretty crowded on the weekends so prepare for a wait.",real
39844,"I attended an early morning beach yoga class with my studio and we stopped here on the way back. SO glad I was introduced to this place! I've been looking for a great juice bar like this in NJ for what seems like forever. I had the All Green juice with spinach, kale, parsley, celery, cucumber, lemon, ginger, & apple. The ginger was definitely the dominant flavor here, so if you're not a fan, I'd order it without. I believe it was around $7. They also have smoothies and a lot of delicious sounding vegetarian breakfast and lunch options. I loved how they had so many interesting books lying around and a bunch of cool things for sale - vitamins, probiotics, yoga accessories, handmade jewelry, etc. Everyone was super friendly and we even met the owner. Will definitely be back for a healthy meal, juice, and a cool environment to relax in.",real
20201,"If you are ever in the upper east side at a loss for food choices- this place is definitely solid. My only caution- it is pretty loud in there! We sat near the back and although I usually don't mind this but we came with my boyfriend's grandparents and they could barely hear us, let alone speak to us! We managed and laughed about ""the young people."" Otherwise, the food was great, the standout was definitely the bacon wrapped scallops (over the ricotta gnocchi- which I thought was a bit too rich to down in one sitting).",fake
22518,"Both times I went there the customer service was extremely sub-par.  Waiters make mistakes or they disappear for long periods of time.  Hostesses sometimes even come over, not knowing the entire story, giving the customer a bad attitude. The first time I visited appetizers were really delicious, but there was a mix-up with the waiter and he never wrote down the entree we wanted.  The second time, I actually had an entree and was disillusioned with the quality and taste of the dish.  I've had better Cuban/Hispanic food.   I feel everything is overpriced due to the fact that it's in a college town and kids don't know any better.  I will not be eating there again.",fake
11932,"Nice vibe, tender chicken and great service!!!  I am sold on this place.  It's definitely on the pricey side but a nice change from the every day drudgery of fast food or lower end restaurants.",fake
48407,Yum...that's all I can say.  I crave this pizza sad I live in Pitt and cannot get it frequently.  Order an extra side of sauce to dip your crust into and you will be very happy!,real
36773,Brazilian pizza of as many flavors there are.,real
37630,This diner is great. The people are very nice. The food is great.. I have had breafast and dinner there and was never disappointed.,fake
48411,"Those of you who scoff and write disparaging reviews of Marco Polo clearly have not experienced the joys of a bespoke stromboli. That's right, I said bespoke. There's no better analogy than that of high fashion. The bespoke stromboli is crisp, tender, buttery, and flavorful. Spinach and mushroom? Eggplant and garlic? All of these at once?  You can fucking have that. And you can drown all of it in a delicious sauce, in which (as other reviewers have noted) the pizza is all too lacking.  The cheese is good quality, though, and the slices are not usually greasy (a definite plus if you are going to eat slices of the size found at Marco Polo).  I'd recommend the pesto veggie slice when they have it, or the fresh tomatoes-mozzarella-basil.  The plain cheese slice leaves something to be desired, other than as an extremely generously sized example of a slice, as it often is greasy in addition to dry (puzzling).  Overall, the pizza serves the usual purpose of opting for pizza: filling your tummy on the cheap. Marco Polo also turned me on to a pretty awesome dessert option: zeppole.  Those of you who are unfamiliar with this confection, I refer you to Wikipedia for the basics: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ze… Back?  OK, so -- the zeppole varies from location to location, you dig? But here at Marco Polo, they are lightly deep-fried, then dusted in powdered sugar, and have no filling.   They are of delightfully variegated sizes, ranging from 1 inch dense balls of deliciousness to mammoth 4-inchers that you should probably rip into four pieces.  This raises the question of how many you should eat.  Look, there are no ways about it, if you eat this whole bag, you are an idiot. Simple.  It is TOO big and too deep friend.  Get at least two friends to help you (really, if you are normal, three).  That way, everyone gets some delicious zeppole, and no one leaves feeling like a pig led to slaughter (remember, you likely already ate pizza or, if you properly followed my recommendation, a stromboli. So.). SUMMARY:  Let me repeat my earlier statement: STROMBOLI.  This may be the best reason to venture to Crown St. But then I'd be lying of course, because that singular honor clearly goes to Cafe Nine.  But while you're there, give Marco Polo's stromboli a taste. -K",real
24319,"This was a good place. I would rate them five stars but they gave me spicy food when I asked for everything to be non spicy.  Still, this place was pretty genuine and special.",real
2344,"The negative signs around Genos feels like they've got an attitude problem.   at 9 dollars, they were more $$ than Pat's or Jims.   And the steak was all runny and messey.     The roll is slighty better here than Pat's. I didn't like the cheese on the bottom and the unchopped steak. Too messy.  The staff was friendly though.",real
49182,They have probably the best "veggie burger" that I've ever eaten.  You will not leave hungry!  I think it's also impossible to leave Sketch in a bad mood.  If you don't like playing with crayons then you don't belong here.  We once arrived close to closing and were still served a full meal with milkshakes with zero attitude.  Didn't think existed in Philly!,real
8363,To whom it may concern I just want to say thank you so much for what you did for me and my family today. I had called last minuet and needed a place to have my families year dinner to remember my mom  the amazing roz cimmino to be honest for  years we have been doing most family events at roma right up the block from my house . We made a reservation 2 weeks ago for our dinner today and when we arrived we where greeted by a waiter not a manager saying that they made a mistake and didn't have a table for us . I will save you guys the long story . I called and spoke to a amazing  gentleman on the phone and when i explained my  situation he said without thinking twice come in now . We showed up and you all set a table up for us even thought there was a huge baby shower going on we never felt ignored and the service  was amazing and the food was just lie my mom would have served which is what we look for being she isn't with is any more . You opened your doors to e and my family and made  us feel right at home and took sire great care of us we will be back and we will be sure to tell everyone we know about your restaurant I cant not thank you enough for what you did for me and my family on this important day . Nick Cimmino,real
5444,"Although I usually stick to ceviche and crunchy fried seafood at Peruvian eateries, Nick and I have been on a Peruvian charcoal roasted chicken kick these days. While working our way through the area's restaurants, we stopped at Piolin Jr for some Peruvian rotisserie chicken (and sweet plantains...and ceviche...). At both Piolin Jr and Cora Cora, I'm amazed by the value of their chicken platters (sounds like fast food, right?). $9.00 for half a chicken - rubbed with paprika, cumin, garlic & oregano, then bathed in a tangy marinade of white vinegar, lemon, and....alright, I don't know what else - roasted to perfection and served with salad and fries. Easily enough for two people. The chicken was tender, moist and intensely flavorful, especially when paired with the sweet plantains and the house aji sauce. Honestly, with such fantastic meat, I'd prefer they didn't automatically add in a half-assed iceberg salad and mound of fries - the chicken (and whatever extra sides I order) needs no extra embellishment! All in all, very satisfying meal.",real
36087,"Totally average.  Not clean, not dirty. Not good, not bad. Not tasty, not yucky. Just Plain MEH.",real
37208,"Went there on a Tuesday evening, they had a fantastic Jazz band. The place is small, but luckily it wasn't that busy. We ordered the Bison burger (came w/sweet potato fries) and perogies. The perogies were delicious, lightly pan fried to have the perfect crispy shell. The Bison burger was a bit dry, but that's to be expected from a lean meat. The sweet potato fries were great. The service was a bit slow because there was only one server/bartender.",real
27449,"Items selected include: Honey Butter Popovers Maple and Bacon Roasted Almonds Caputo's Handmade Mozzarella with Basil and Anchovy Sauce Cornbread with Chile-Lime Butter Cheese Plate with Toast, Honey, and Pickled Dates Mustard Glazed Grilled Bacon Foie Gras and Country Ham Terrine with Apple Fennel Salad Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Cheddar Waffles and Savoy Cabbage Slaw, Hot Sauce, Maple Syrup Duck Meatloaf with Celery Root Creamed Spinach, Onion Rings, Star Anise Duck Jus Buttermilk Whipped Potatoes Caputo's Fresh Linguini with Sweat Peas, Tendrils, Pecorino, Fried Egg, Chile Oil Vanilla Ice Cream Float with Root Beer Coconut Lime Bread Pudding with Coconut Caramel Doug's Pecan Pie Sundae Dining with a group of friends decidedly not as into food and fine dining as myself is always a challenge and when you factor in the presence of both children and an baby in arms plus a few rather unadventurous palates plus a lack of desire to enter Manhattan the task became even more onerous...at least until I contacted Jennifer at Buttermilk Channel who not only guaranteed the restaurant would be happy to accommodate a party of a eleven, but that she was pretty confident they'd have something for everyone from ""infant to epicure..."" and so they did with a plethora of dishes ranging from creamy foie gras to crispy fried chicken and a meaty burger to aged cheses and gamy duck meatloaf.  Loud but not so much that you cannot hear others at the table and professional yet personal in service as we ordered far more than I photographed or can remember (including multiple plates of the pasta, cornbread, bacon, and burgers) it would be difficult to imagine a restaurant more capable of meeting our needs that evening and with much of the product locally sourced and all of it 'upscale comfort food' at its very best I can only smile as I look back on this meal - a great one made all the better by the people involved...and the chicken...and the meatloaf...and the cornbread...and that creamy, tangy, smooth, and salty bread pudding.",real
2343,"One word: Grease. A few more words: way overrated. Sorry, Geno's! Sure, you may beat Wawa hoagies in taste, but I hate to break it to you... I've had better. By the time I left the building, I already started feeling a little sluggish -- perhaps from my arteries clogging -- and felt a persistent need to wash my hands because eating it was so messy. This is coming from someone who loves going to all-you-can-eat steak buffets. The Philly cheesesteak may be the iconic foodstuff in the city, but I'd really recommend trying somewhere, or even something, else. If you must go with a hoagie, give Hemo's or Steak Queen foodtrucks a shot, and Magic Carpet and Bui's are just as good too.",real
28571,Health Grade: B Came here with 3 other friends for dinner on a Sunday night and we had to wait for about 20 minutes. I'm really only a fan of cold dipping soba and they had a few interesting choices for that. I tried the natto soba and oroshi soba. They were both delicious although I wasn't willing to try the poached egg in the natto soba. The service was pretty nice and they always asked us if we needed to know how to eat the soba and drink the soba-yu at the end.,real
26791,"Every time I go home, I call up my girlfriends and meet up at Sabrina's!  This is one stop I don't miss! It's some serious comfort food. Its great for Sunday brunch.....I strongly advice you to call and make a reservation before venturing over there..The line is looonnnnggg.",real
35881,"This restaurant is our favorite restaurant period! The decor is beautiful in and out, The service is fantastic and EVERYTHING that comes out of the kitchen is wonderful! Highly recommended for special occasions, romantic dinners , birthdays and lunch!",real
19458,"YES YES YES YES. I was in Philly for my anniversary over the summer, and the hotel AND yelp recommended this place for legit beer adventures. And they ABSOLUTELY NAILED IT HOLY HELL THIS PLACE ROCKS. Great craft beers. Excellent tavern food. Warm bartenders who told my wife she was ""the good kind of pregnant"" and entertaining patrons. I was actually blessed to be there when a kid from tampa attempted to order a bud light, and I watched for the reaction. The bartender didn't explode or get snotty, but politely offered a selection that closely matched the type of lager he was looking for. VERY PROFESSIONAL. Beer nerds unite, this place won't be touched for quality in Old City.",real
35872,Highly recommend.  great food!,fake
45089,"Hot summer Friday evening, but service was cool and attentive.  Food was excellent and wine list a little pricey but well edited.  Noise level low enough to allow easy conversation at a table for four. A keeper.",fake
2945,"Read about all the rivalry between Geno's and Pat's.  My friend and I were starving, so like a couple of hungry flies, we 'flew' to the shop with the BRIGHTEST lights, which is Geno's.  Oh my, it looked like Vegas! Ordering was like an assembly line: ordered steaks with whiz on one queue and then cheese fries with drinks on another queue.  The steak was alright; I think the relish certainly made it better.  The food was pretty cold though.  Not sure whether I can blame it on the preparation or simply the colder weather when we were eating those sandwiches (I'm guessing that a sandwich can't get THAT cold in 5 minutes from getting it to eating it).  I can see how this place can be overrated, but as a hungry fly at that time, the steak (albeit cold) was good enough to me.",real
48657,"Best Place to go especially on New Years or 4th of July!!!  Parking Lot right next to the dining house also Penn's Landing was only a meir 5 minute walk across the bridge.  I went here on New Years Eve and it was a perfect night, the Food is out of this world, pricing is very acceptable and very affordable, they also have a bar and living room area for just casual seating.  Great Wine!!!!! again reasonably priced, the service is also top notch! I tipped 25% if that tells you how well the service was...  With the water front so close that why i highly reccomend this place for both those dates to see the fireworks at the end of the night.  Also if you dont want to fight the city traffic at the end of the night I95 south/north on ramp is RIGHT NEXT to the resturaunt. It make for a great quick get away!  on a scale from 1-10 i would rate this place a 9.  The only reason for not at 10 is that 10 is perfect and no dining room is perfect.",real
3272,"I've gotten take out from here a couple times since I live around the corner. The first time I got green curry and my bf got pad Thai. We love Thai food and both of us have eaten a lot of it. Jasmine Rice just wasn't up to our standards and the portions were a bit small for the price. They also messed up my order and gave me chicken instead of tofu. I was super hungry (and I'm not vegetarian) so I just ate it, but I wasn't thrilled. I succumbed to ordering from here again when I wanted some soup on a rainy day. I was craving some super sour and spicy tom yum soup, but the tom yum from Jasmine had a very sweet flavor to it and just left me yearning for the real stuff! And once again the to-go portion was surprisingly small. I don't hate the place, but it just doesn't satisfy my Thai food cravings.",real
26556,"let me start by saying the best thing about this place is the friendly staff and inviting atmosphere. We were seated quickly and the hostess was on the ball, our server was super friendly and welcoming. However that is sadly not enough to make me want to go back. The food is very over priced and just average. I didn't care for the hash browns and my husbands eggs were over cooked,which is a big no-no! My eggs benedict were not anything to write home about. Also, I was put off seeing a box of frozen fish carried into the kitchen, bleh. I would much rather go to Hinge and deal with the wait and less accommodating staff to have eggs that are cooked perfect  every time and food that is priced just right.",real
32118,"Our family went to this restaurant for the first time. We were impressed with the decor and cleanliness of the restaurant. Our boys loved the BBQ and the fact it was cooked on a grill on our table. So many sides accompanied the BBQ. The wait staff was very friendly and answered all our questions. Overall, a good experience and will be back.",real
26490,The 30 minute wait to be seated was well worth it. I had the "Let's Cook Breakfast" Special. This is the only time I have ever eaten and entire meal at a restaurant. I highly recommend Sabrina's for any meal. My brother had the black angus burger which was also just as good.,real
6362,"I've been watching foodie shows for years where people stand in line for barbecue at 9am and it runs out by noon. I've often thought about taking a barbecue tour of the US to have such experiences. Now that Morgans is in town, I don't have to go anywhere and I don't have to wait in line (yet) but I would.... I would stand in line at 9am for this barbecue. To be specific, the pork ribs. They are the best ribs that I've ever had in my life and they will be the best ribs that you will have in your life.The rest of the food is certainly good and a huge step up from the other so called barbecue joints in the area but the ribs are exceptional-moist, tender, perfectly seasoned and just plain unforgettable. In addition, the bartenders I've met so far are well informed, friendly and have good sales instincts without being pushy. You're lucky if Dina waits on you, she's a doll.",real
8267,"Such an adorable little EV haunt - loved it!  Very intimate, hip and cozy - the perfect place to catch up with friends over a nice bottle of vino and some delicious appetizers.  Not for those wanting to watch their waistline, necessarily ... but oh so gooooooood.  ;) My recommendation is to cozy up to your table, order a bottle (or 2) of wine and a number of small plates. The small plates were my favorite part - could have done without the entree-size dishes. My friends, get out your Greek-to-English Dictionaries and read up on what we ordered: + ta afrata keftedakia tis dianas - light but not ""light"" if you know what i mean + saganaki tou merakli - okay SERIOUSLY could have ordered like 3 of these it was THAT good ... + garides ouzo - this was my least favorite, a bit too ""fishy"" + gigantes skordalia me psiti tomata - this was my FAVORITE; lemony with just the right amount of garlic - SOO TASTY Better yet, when you're done with dinner here at Pylos you can saunter across the street to Butter Lane and snatch up a delectable, fluffy French Buttercream cupcake!  ;)",real
2215,"Wish I could give it 0 stars. Visiting Philadelphia and Geno's/ Pat's was mentioned to me by several friends who were vaguely familiar with the area. Let me say this: SUBPAR. I could get better cheesesteaks in California. Geno's clearly uses their reputation to get away with using only cheap/ low quality ingredients. It was not made fresh and was ready and wrapped in less than 3 minutes- essentially cold. If it didn't have the name/history this would place would no longer be in business as far as I'm concerned. If you want a good cheesesteak: DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY HERE. For Philadelphia's own sake, they better have some better cheesesteak joints.",real
12859,"their ceviches are the best things on the menu. the other dishes were just okay. a bit too dark and clubby for my liking. we were seated by the door and it was hard to flag down waiters since we were so far away from the main seating area. the food was interesting, but i'd probably check out their other locations over this one for a quieter experience.",real
48841,"Sakura Garden in Glastonbury was pretty good.  My favorite part of dinner was the salad with their house dressing.  It was probably the best I have ever had.  Other than that, the vegetable hibachi tasted wonderful.  I think the roll I ordered was smothered with way too much mayonnaise.  If they had gone a bit easier on the mayonnaise it would have been superb.  The emerald martini I ordered was awesome.  Overall, I feel like Sakura Garden was good, but not spectacular.",real
29773,The mac and cheese to die for. The burgers perfection.  Anything I've ever ordered here has been well above my expectations.  Had a good time on the dance floor too!,fake
15498,"I was disappointed by Northern Spy. It's in a decent location and the place is pretty casual. Nothing special, but that's okay because the vibe is nice enough and the happy hour special for beer ($4) was okay. The first thing we got was the kale salad, which was quite good. The cheese was flavorful and kale is always welcome. The main course, however, was simply bad. The porchetta I got was drastically overcooked and very dry. I would not recommend this. The collard greens side was okay but pretty bland. My friend's chicken did seem pretty good, so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt on other dishes. If I were just evaluating my own meal, I'd give this place two stars. However, I think I might have just made a bad choice and it's possible that other things are much better. At any rate, I way overpaid for the quality of food I was served. Wish I went to Westville instead.",real
19069,"The dosa man is amazing.  I live literally down the block, so I pass by the cart all the time on my way back from class.  I don't know why I never stopped to try it.  Well, my boyfriend recently turned vegetarian, so I figured I'll try this with him. As we went later in the day, I think he ran out of most food.  He only had a #2 and a #5 I think.  We got the masala dosa, a crepe with potatoes.  He's so nice!  While we were waiting for our food, he was constantly conversing with the man in front of us.  Very friendly banter.  He overheard that I was going to share it with my boyfriend, so he made the crepe extra big.   The potatoes tasted great.  It helps that potatoes are probably my favorite food, but the flavor was undeniably there.  The crepe was crunchy, yet not too thin.  The soup was spicy but had an extra tang to the taste, something that made it taste special.  I didn't know how to eat the chutney.  Am I supposed to eat it with the crepe?  We ended up pouring the sweet sauce all over the chutney to eat a couple of bites of it.  The sweet sauce was amazing, btw!  I don't know what's in it, but it's sure addicting.   I'm definitely getting more food from here.  I want to try their appetizers too!  I definitely recommend, especially for the vegan friends out there!  It's great to grab a dosa, and just eat it in the park in the beautiful sunshine.",real
47069,"They have $8 lunch specials which includes an appetizer and entree. The grilled Japanese eggplant was delicious! I'm still salivating over it. The pad thai however was lacking in flavor. Possibly because it followed the flavorful eggplant but a good amount of lime juice and hot sauce were needed. Like most Thai restaurants, the decor was chic and trendy. The staff was attentive.",real
11728,I take it back. I heart Blue Ribbon Brasserie. Especially at 3am when craving proper food. And - no waiting for a table when it's this late! The raw bar is fantastic any time of day.,real
38488,"This is one of my favorite korean restaurants in NY, especially sun du bu jji gae! I used to go to Keun Jib before this one opens, although Keun Jib is good too, this place is better for tofu I feel. You can also choose the level of spicy, and make vegetarian option too. Pretty authentic korean food!",real
47689,Every time in order delivery the order is wrong then I have to wait as my food gets cold. The dinners are very good. The pizza is dry and toppings are skimpy. The bread used for the subs is just horrible French bread that appears under cooked but this is the way the montclair bakery sells to them. I let the wrong order go several times and can't let it go anymore. I will let my fellow school teachers know not to order from there unless the order is checked at the door before paying.                                                       I called back and they made it right. For that reason I change my 1 star to 2.,real
47132,"I came here for a party. The party sucked but that's not the restaurant's fault. It's the DJ's. The space is actually great for parties. They clear the downstairs and the upstairs and both floors are spacious. Too bad the DJ sucked. The food here is very good. I was pleasantly surprised considering how inexpensive everything was. We had salt and pepper shrimp, chicken satay and a few other things. Everything was delicious. My favorite was the salt and pepper shrimp; huge, succulent, and the chili sauce made it even better. Our bill, which also included 2 alcoholic drinks, was $40 with the tip. I heart this place. I would have regretted my trek from Brooklyn to Midtown if it weren't for the food. So worth it.",real
16442,"I always said I would never be one of those people who would review a restaurant, which is why this is my first post, but I was so upset and disgusted by my experience here that I felt I needed to leave a comment. I was there with a few people on Good Friday at about 2:30pm and was told the wait would be about an hour, which was fine, the wait is always very long and it would not have been the first time I've waited to eat here. We stood outside and waited and our hour came and went. We noticed the hostess kept seating tables for two even when another table for two next to that table was nearly done. We kept checking in to see how much longer the wait would be and finally at 3:45pm we asked once more and then she started to dish out her attitude saying there were no seats yet. We suggested to split up our party of 4 into two parties of 2. There happen to be some tables of two that were opening up, none that were next to each other but that was fine at that point. We saw two tables by the bar that had just paid, but were not cleaned yet and asked to sit there. She then proceeded to tell us that the kitchen closes at 4pm and we only had 10 minutes to order. She, of course, didn't feel the need to come tell us this sooner while she watched us waiting for a table.  If we finally got a seat after 4pm would she then tell us we couldn't be served after waiting an hour and a half? Who knows. I was very upset at this at this point but did not say anything about it. At that time another possible spot for us opened up and she offered that spot to us, they were two separate tables. I said it didn't matter where we sat and she answered me with another dose of bad attitude saying ""well, it's up to you. It's where you want to sit"". We picked a spot next to the window. They were not cleaned yet but none of the available tables were. Instead of the hostess wiping down the table for us to sit and order before 4pm she proceeds to tend to customers that were leaving, conversing, hugging them while they slipped her a couple of bucks as they walked out the door. She then took her time walking to the tables to wipe them down. At this point we were all livid but we were starving. The hostess then takes our orders and goes to put them into the computer. While she was by the kitchen we see her say something to the people in the kitchen and one of the waitresses and they all turn to look in our direction. Not long afterwards our food came out and it was the worst I've ever had it here. I've been here on numerous occasions and I always get the grilled chicken sandwich. It has always been amazing but this time around the edges of the bread were near burnt, the middle of the bread was soggy and the chicken was dry. My fiance's tacos were mediocre. My sister and her boyfriend said they pancakes they got were just not as good as they usually get. Huge disappointment. I've never had a more APPALLING  or DISGUSTING experience at a restaurant before in my live. The hostess was unprofessional and obviously doesn't know what it takes to be a hostess. I am never returning here again. The next time my friends suggest brunch here I will be quick to share my story.",real
25171,"The lunch spot for the local office park. Your standard sandwiches, fries and soups. They also have salads. Slightly more expensive than the value, but the only place within walking distance. Considering everyone at my old work drove to the office, I only went when I wanted to go for a walk. Standard food. review 6/3/2008 I.M.Y.",real
6750,"Everything, and I mean everything I've ever gotten here has been delicious. The wait staff is very accommodating. The drinks are made well. Somethings I would recommend. The crispy calamari salad, the cheese steak egg rolls, the szechuan shoestring fries, thai chicken lettuce wraps, teriyaki filet and the lobster mac n cheese. Beware that ice tea refills are not for free but other then that it's a great place.",real
5914,"It was the first  time we eat here, it was amazing! As authentic as can be for a Mexican Place on South Street.  The food was fresh and the service was exceptional, this ain't no South of the Border.  We will be back.",real
24670,Been coming here with family and friends for many years. Last place in the area for German Food. Check out the "Game Menu" when in season. All of the German Specialties are good and tastes best with a glass of German Reisling wine. The fresh hot rolls are addictive. The deserts are good and I recommend the Apple Strudel. Heintz and his son Michael do a great job keeping their customers satisfied. The Heintz burger is a good option if you want just a burger and a beer. Diane is the best server in the place. They also have a private room for parties up to 20 people.,real
46863,"Unfortunately, not a pleasant experience for many years now. I try to avoid this IHOP as service is very slow. I have been seated for close to 20 minutes before they even approach for drinks order!",real
12779,"Why...haven't I been introduced to Peruvian chicken earlier!? I discovered it this past summer and it is heavenly. The world is just a better place. I went here with my friends for my birthday and I loved it. I always recommend this place to anyone who asks where they should eat.   Service is great, sangria is the bomb (best I've ever tasted!!!) and most importantly food is A+. Since everything is served family style, I usually get multiple orders of the Matador combo. And also multiple orders of sangria jars.",real
31117,best indian in new haven.  try the lamb pasanda.,fake
43591,"Yummy! Cheesesteaks are delicious. The meat is great and so are he rolls. I inhaled mine. The service was also good and fast on a busy Friday night. I sat at the counter and thought it was great. One of the best in the city, that's for sure. I will definitely be back.",real
17730,"My twin and I came here for their famous blueberry pancake brunch. We arrived at 10:30 am, no thanks to the MTA, and already there was a 1.5 hr wait. That's how crazy the lines are for this place. When we came back at noon, the wait time crawled up to over 2 hours. At noon we were served our blueberry pancakes with the famous maple butter and Southern Breakfast (scrambled eggs, cheese grits, sugar cured bacon, and fried green tomatoes). I watched my twin's face when she took one bite of the blueberry pancakes drenched in maple butter. The eyes rolled to the back of her head and she whispered, ""This is sooo worth the wait.""  I nodded sagely and in agreement. The pancakes really are really incredible (soft, fluffy, with juicy blueberries), but the maple butter takes it over the top. For the next 30 mins, she and I stopped talking as we just sat there and ate until we were stuffed silly. Then we waddled home. ****CASH ONLY*****",real
39265,"The rating is based on a recent visit.  Had it been a year or two ago, the rating would be 4 stars.  I was a little disappointed, the food quality wasn't as good as it's been in the past.  The singapore rice noodles were not cooked well (noodles a little overcooked, seasoning was off).  The other dishes were just OK.  Our go-to favorite crispy pan fried noodles were not at their best.  Hopefully it was an off night.",real
45249,Decent-if-plain brunch and cocktails but overpriced and lacks decor,real
20996,Really yummy food and not the usual Italian. Great wines by the glass and staff is better than you would expect. A fantastic neighborhood find and reasonably priced,real
13447,"Living in the area for two years now and have passed this place 100's of times. I finally stopped in on a Sunday and was pleasantly surprised to see how cute the inside is. It's total old school trailer sized diner but classy with chandaliers and dark wood paneled walls. I liked the ""reinvention"" of diner here. The space is very small and fills up quickly, especially the booths. If you are a party of one or two , sitting at the counter is just as nice but probably a bit more difficult for any more than that convo wise. They do offer your typical breakfast options but totally classed up a notch. I had a really delicious Crostini with Ricotta cheese, sauteed spinach and mushrooms and two beautifully poached eggs. This also came with a side of hashbrowns which, to be honest, really doesnt need any ketchup because they are given the perfect amount of flavor.  I love that they have a fresh juice/smoothie section on the menu and did see quite a few people come straight from the YMCA across the street to get a post workout pick me up. I myself had the gut buster and cant wait to try the other ones. My husband order a side of grits, and I have to be honest, we were both very happy and surprised to taste them and realize we didnt even need to add any extra ""umph"" to it. They were damn good. This past weekend I had the lobster and eggs benedict and once again was not disappointed. I cant wait to try this place for dinner. If you do get stuck waiting a bit, be patient, it's worth it. In regards to the bill paying portion, I never felt rushed either time I was there enjoying my meal. They do use an ipad type of deal and I found it rather quick and easy. There is also an option to chose no tip and you can leave it in cash when you are ready.",real
44112,"Just your run in the mill pizza place.  Great to grab a quick lunch during your lunch break.  Really good buffalo chicken pizza.   Big slices!  Delivery good be a little better sometimes you have to call several times to get through then delivery could run over an hour.  But all in all, good, decent, cheap!",real
22865,My favorite place for a fun dinner .. Great BYOB place! Bring anything from wine to rum because they have great mixers from sangria to punches. Food is always great and huge portions. With girls we usually split  some large dishes and order lots of tapas. Goat cheese fritters: so good with a little sweetness it's like the perfect wine accompaniment Pernil con tostones: delicious Chicken lollipops: crispy I add a bit of lime juice over for some more acid kick Churasco: Med rare skirt steak juicy and flavorful Paella: huge dish we take most of it home but full of tons of seafood mussels scallops clams fish and squid Tres leches and Mango Flan are both the perfect ending!,real
25960,"i checked out jadis this past monday night -- a rainy night... it was pretty empty (i was there from about 8-12), but i'm sure the weather was a factor.  overall, nice place. low lighting, friendly and down-to-earth service, decent wine selection, reasonable prices, excellent cheese plate: we tried the camembert, pierre robert, manchego, and blue cheese -- all very good. on monday nights, $40+ bottles are half price. but in general, the bottles cost less than $40. small tables in the front, a lounge with couches in the back. nice. the only thing i didn't like was the music -- hip hop and some other stuff..  not suited for this otherwise romantic wine bar. if they played better music, i would change my rating to 4-stars, because everything else was *terrific*.",real
9214,"I'm not a pork eater and yet I've been to Pig & Khao twice in the last month - it's that good! Each time I had the Khao Soi (red curry chicken noodle) which is one of the best asian chicken dishes I've ever tried. I love that the noodle changes texture as it mixes with the curry, and every bite has a little crunch. YUMMM. I came here with two different people - both ordered the sizzling sisig and they seemed to love it. It's also one of their best selling dishes and smells incredible so I would recommend pork eaters to give that a try.",real
7516,Great service.. Decent food... it was a little long wait on Friday night.. but totally worth it.. Would come back..,fake
578,Great service and food!,real
9896,"Fantastic! To start, service was impeccable. My server's name was Ian I believe, he was polite, attentive, really knowledgable about everything and had awesome recommendations. From everything I saw in the dining room it seemed like they have a really great staff all around, everyone seemed very professional and efficient. As for the food, the entire meal was incredible. Every dish came out quickly, and was presented beautifully. Every bite I had was better than the last. The squash gnocchi was insane. Awesome place, can't wait to get back!",real
31455,"Funky and delicious, it's become a new favorite spot! The vegan soups (both chilled and hot) are out of this world and I appreciate that there is always one available. Not a great fan of the flavored butters that come with the bread plate although my dinner companions always seem to get a kick out of them. Recently had zucchinni flowers there for the first time ever. They were so scruptious I'm still talking about them weeks later. Good selection for both vegetarians and their meat eating friends. The pot du chocolate (share it!) and coffee tops off a great meal, both are out of this world!",real
14535,"Cool bar thats part all-american, part random, with a flair of hipster. Simply amazing dry rubbed Thai basil peanut encrusted wings. Best wings in the city. Also a great local beer selection. Highly recommend the Lost Abbey as well as the Weirbacher Slam Dunkel. The only thing I didn't like was the quail. Couldn't tell if I was eating chicken, beef, or tofu.",real
2270,"On my first trip to Philly, i had to stop by and check out both places for their cheesesteaks.  So of course i went to both here and Pat's and got a few of each to compare.  I will say right off the bat that this was my favorite of the two. The big signs and lights are fancy and fun, but did not care.  It was busy, but not too bad and you dont have to wait long at all.   I went with the classic with onions and whiz.  I will say that the bread is not as soft as pat's and they use a bit more cheese that i need.  But the steak was super juicy and full of flavor.  The onions are nice and big here so you get that flavor (that was lacking at Pat's). So mostly what i liked the most is that Geno's had more flavor over Pat's to me.  But almost too damn close to call it.  Do what i did, and get one from each.",real
45620,"Pork belly was good, location is even better.",real
41000,"Cafe Matisse is definitely a place for nice place to unwind, and have a structured, evening meal in downtown Rutherford. Now before you go in, you should set aside at LEAST 2-3 hours for eating here -- it's all tastings, and you can choose either 3 or 4-course meals. Each come with a dessert, and all the choices are GREAT. I had NO complaints with the food, the way it was prepared, or how it was served -- all was FANTASTIC, hense my 4/5 rating. My only knack was the amount of time -- I had never been here before, so we arrived at 7:00 p.m. and didn't leave until a few minutes after ten. We all did the 4-course meals. It was just too long -- I LOVE a nice dinner to relax and unwind, but 3+ hours is a bit overboard for me. THAT is the only reason I'm giving Matisse a 4/5!",real
13035,Old world meets modern is the feel you get at this new italian restaurant.  Everything was delicious from the salad to my lasagna to dessert. The portions are a decent size and prices are reasonable. Definitely a nice new addition to the lower east side.,real
8980,I love this place. I've Only been there for dinner never brunch but it never disappoints.better to make reservations if it's more than 2 of y'all. They allow walk-ins but will always offer the kitchen bar 1st...which is cool if u wanna watch them make your dish but it can get hot near the flames. My go-to is the khao Soi or Sizzling Sisig with coconut rice.The rice is really good and goes with everything. The portions are generous on both dishes.The mango salad is really good as well...tried the mussels they were nothing special. The drinks are meh! so go there to eat not get drunk. although  $15 bottomless cups of beer can be a good night starter if your looking to do damage. The vibe is upbeat and it feels young and hip.The playlist is always decent with something for everybody.A little heavy on the hip hop side but they do a good job of mixing it up. Will be back soon.,real
16980,"Amazing! Just go. Dont' read through all these reviews. Just Go! Pancakes, waffles, everything is to die for.",real
44875,"Okay, I've personally only eaten here once, but I can tell you, as is the case with any Terra Momo (parent company) restaurant I've eaten at, the food here is made with the freshest, locally sourced ingredients and generally top notch. The tasting menu (when offered - apparently it's not always available) is a great way to explore the options here. I can credit Eno Terra with allowing me my first foray into Beef Tartare...shockingly, not scary at all and quite delicious :) While my food was excellent, I would probably give my personal experience a solid 4+ stars. The five star rating is for when I decided to buy my parents a gift certificate for their anniversary about three weeks ago. I walked in looking admittedly disgusting (I had just got running in the woods for an hour and a half). However, I was still treated with the utmost respect. I casually mentioned it was my parents' anniversary and the hostess immediately sprung into action (I wasn't even looking for this - added perk!). She wanted to make sure everything was just right - I was invited to select a table for them and she assured me the wait staff would be informed. Well, informed they were - my parents reported to me that this was about the best dining experience they ever had! From attentive service to reportedly ""the most delicious chocolate thing we've ever had"" my parents could not stop swooning over the food and service. They were apparently given ridiculous attention and freebies like dessert and port that they loved. I will definitely look to Eno Terra again in the future for their superior customer service. They really made my last minute anniversary celebration planning a breeze on my end (granted, their the ones that busted their bums).",real
29316,"I love this place - went for my birthday and then again for Christmas celebration with my girlfriend. it's not THE best food that I've ever had but it's pretty damn good.  It's *consistently* excellent in  preparation, imagination, presentation and flavour.  The branzino is phenomenal and I will be trying the beef plate next time.  My recommendation is to order several appetizers and then share the main if there are two of you, because they are huge.   the yuzu gin cocktail (forget the name) is fantastic - clean but bright.  impeccable service. it's not cheap but for what you're getting I think it's very good value.",fake
7145,Service was slow but I loved my tang mimosa and omelet!,real
17092,"I just took the opportunity of the Lower East Side being pretty much deserted after the power just coming back on after Hurricane Sandy to be able to come in here and get a table on a Saturday night with no wait, which is normally unheard of. Unfortunately I already had dinner and was pretty full, so we just stopped in for dessert. Unfortunately what we got happened to be the richest, most filling piece of cake I've ever eaten in my life. We got the Maple Butter Pecan Shake and a slice of the German Chocolate Cake (both $8). The shake was excellent - it had huge, whole pieces of pecans floating around as well as amassed at the bottom, and was nice and thick, but not so much so that it becomes hard to drink. Now the German Chocolate Cake - this cake is insane. Seriously, it was some of the most overwhelming, rich, dense cake I've ever had, and I mean all those adjectives in the most complimentary way possible. It was really one of the most satisfying slices of cake I ever had, but it left me feeling pretty destroyed. Along with the shakes from my cold apartment which only just recovered electricity and is still without heat, I now have a severe case of the sugar shakes. For real, I was sitting there after polishing off the shake shaking and feeling ruined from the sugary goodness. But still, I can't wait to go back once they recover from the blackouts and have the full dessert menu available to try some more of their excellent cake.",real
45210,"Last weekend my girlfriend and I decided to have a little stay-cation, and brunch at Cookshop was on the itinerary.  We showed up around 11:30 on a Saturday and were told it would be about a 20 minute wait for a table inside (it was a beautiful day, so the outdoor tables were at a premium).  The hostess offered to text me when our table was ready, which I loved.  We left to walk around for a few minutes and about 10 minutes later I received a text letting me know I should return within 5 minutes to be seated.  Obviously we came right back and the hostess said she had a table outside if we wanted it.  What a great surprise. Anyway, we ordered some coffee and juice before deciding on the spiced apple beignets to share, huevos (for me), and the broccoli and cheese scramble (for her).  The spiced apple beignets were like experiencing hot apple cider in pastry form.  They were just so delicious, I could have eaten a whole plateful. The huevos were only ok, I know people on Yelp apparently love the heuvos here, but I was underwhelmed.  My huevos consisted of 3 baked eggs (sort of over-medium) in a pool of very watery black beans, cheese, and a ton of onions.  There was only one pickled jalepeno slice, and a few (meaning 3 or 4) small tortilla strips.  After breaking the yolks of the eggs I was left with a pool of watery/eggy black beans.  For the price I was disappointed...  For any price I was disappointed. My girlfriends scramble looked fine, and it came on a biscuit that was pretty great.  The star of the meal was really the beignets.  For over $65 after tip (without ordering any alcohol), I just wasn't impressed. The redeeming qualities of Cookshop include the efficiency with which this place is run.  There are a lot of tables and a large staff working all the time.  There was one hostess that just walked around with an iPad noting the progress of all the tables.  Our waiter was very friendly, quick, and attentive.  The restaurant itself is very well maintained, cleanly decorated, all the things you want in a weekend brunch.  I just wish the food was as well thought out as everything else here.",real
31943,"Good Bar food, Nice design, Big patio, And strong beer list. Fine service and chill vibe.",real
37110,"It was easy to see why Fork & Spoon gets so much love from reviewers the second I stepped inside : WOW! Bright, clean, high ceiling, and food everywhere. At $7.50/lb, the lunch buffet offered so many types of meats, vegetables, and sides if you can control your excitement you're almost guaranteed to have a fantastic and affordable lunch.   Unlike similar buffets, each dish is labeled not only by name, but with the ingredients so you can wrap your head around the myriad flavorings and spices available to choose from. Don't feel like serving yourself? There is a salad station, deli, coffee bar, and a slew of Asian favorites like Ramen and Bibimbap. Swing by for lunch! It's fast, easy, clean, and satisfying.",real
3431,"Delightful variety on the menu, creative dishes and specials, willing to go off-menu for special requests, very customer-centered service... I could go on. It's too bad that we have to drive an hour or so to go there, but it is worth an occasional trip. I have to deduct a star because it's a BYOB.",real
17547,"Not really sure what the fuss is about.  It's definitely good food, but really nothing special about it.  The fried chicken was solid, but it tastes the same as you would get at any old deli.  The fish tacos were good, but again, nothing special.  I also had the blueberry pancakes.  The syrup was definitely very good/delicious, but the pancakes tasted like regular pancakes from a normal diner.",real
8971,"There's plenty of reasons for me to give this 5 stars.... Of course we can talk about the food which is slamming...enough for my bf who's a chef to approve as well.  And to hear the words ""I'll definitely come back here"" was a surprising shock, since all the places we've been to that's fairly new he likes to call them all disasters and tell me that my choosing privileges have been revoked for one month. There's also the bottomless backyard beer, and fair to say that the employers did NOT kick us out after staying there for over 3 hours.  No jeans today...only loose dresses and tights. If you're planning on wearing jeans make sure you loosen the zipper and let it all hang out. The cute little bathroom, I'm sure some of you might walk pass it not knowing it was the bathroom.  Just wait till you see someone wait on line for it and then make your move.  Although they should really flip that tp holder the other way, I dropped the tp and it rolled all over the floor =x But my biggest reason for giving them 5 stars is because my bf and I were sitting next to these awful, pretentious, CHEAP, business men who prob think they make more than us service industry peeps.  They ordered the tasting which was $45. And for all common sense people this means $45 PER PERSON.  While their cheap asses were chugging down PBRs like they were 17 buying illegal beer, their whole conversation went ""WAIT...is that $45 per person? or $45 total (for three people)."" ""No dude, it's $45 total."" And for about a good 1.5 hours I spent my time tortured by their conversation when they could've just grown some balls, 2 balls out of 6, to ask their server.  Instead, when the bill came, they decided to flip on this poor waitress, who's name is Fay (which I remembered bc that's my bf's mom's name same spelling) and she's totally awesome by the way. And she calmly explained to them and they kept flipping where the manager had to come over.  And of course these jerks got their way, laughing on their way out...leaving a $5 tip.  Nothing makes me more upset than seeing this happen, and so 5 stars to you peeps who work there.  You don't need their business, you definitely will always have mine!  -=preach=-",real
22955,"Atmosphere is cute.  Definitely a loud place though.  Don't expect to have deep, meaningful conversations here unless you're willing to lose your voice. It's a BYOB - beer and wine only.  We brought a bottle of rum to add to the mojitos and the waiter told us it was technically not allowed.  I'm thinking they shouldn't even do mojitos or sangria bc they're not that great.  They taste like a bottled mix that is incredibly sour (the woman next to us said her sangria was overly sweet also). The food was tasty and reasonably priced.  Things worth trying:  chicharron de pollo, bocaditos de sandwich cubano, the croquettes and anything with their coconut rice.  S'gooood.",real
44049,"Love their food, especially their pizzas; they are definitely not cheap on the cheese.  They're also quick with the orders and friendly.",fake
21418,"Hubby and I truly enjoy this place,it's tastefully decorated,cozy and warm. They have a pretty good brunch....me thinks they need to work on their brunch menu,but their dinner menu is great!!!! They also have a great selection of specials which is a great plus. The staff is very friendly and so is the owner. Bravo Vite...you're a hit with us.",real
9615,"This was our second visit to Cafe Sabarsky at Neue Galerie.  Last time we just had tea and dessert, but this time we opted for their lunch menu.   Obviously, the location is great - just outside of Central Park and only a few blocks from the 86th & Lexington subway station.  We wanted to see the Neue Galerie, but the line for that was pretty long.  Instead, we waited in the shorter line for the cafe, and by the time we had eaten we were able to skip the line for the gallery and buy our tickets inside. I love the setting - it reminds you of being in Europe.  High ceilings, marble tables, mirrors and large vases filled with flowering branches.  It's definitely a treat since their prices are steep, but it's worth it once in a while.   As could be expected for a German/Austrian museum, the food was a variety of traditional and more modern German and Austrian food.  Think schnitzel, goulash and viennese pastries.  Everything is great quality.   They carry Harney & Sons teas, which are always really flavorful and remind me of the tea I used to drink in Europe.  We ordered a pot of their Orange Passion Fruit Tea tea (which is a mix of rosehip, hibiscus and dried oranges).  It was fruity and full-bodied, as most Harney & Sons teas are.  They give you a nice big teapot so you can get 3-4 cups out of it.  We also had the Gluhwein (hot spiced red wine with orange and cloves) since the weather was rainy and cold.  It was a nice way to warm up while we waited for our meal. Roasted Bratwurst with Riesling Sauerkraut, Roasted Potatoes and Dijon.  You could tell the chef was a pro at bavarian food.  The bratwurst was cooked just right, the potatoes were flavorful and complimented the warm sauerkraut, while the dijon added just the right kick to what could have otherwise been a blander dish.   We also ordered a really nice sandwich - the Matjes Herring on Egg Spread with apple slices.  It came with a lovely little garden salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, radishes and a light lemon-mayonnaise dressing.  The sandwiches were presented face-open and were a classier version of tuna-salad, as the herring is saltier and carries more of a kick than tuna.  The apple slices and onions on top were a nice combination to give the sandwich a little crispy texture.  It was served on a European style whole wheat bread (dense bread that is thinly sliced).  Perfect for a lover of all things European! Finally, the ladies sitting next to us ordered this pistachio chocolate cake that made us drool.  They told us they had seen the people at our table order it before them and they simply had to try it.  They gave it rave reviews, so we decided we couldn't miss out.  And I'm glad we didn't.  It was called the Mozarttorte - chocolate cake with pistachio and nougat layers.  SO good!  It wasn't as rich as some Austrian/German tortes - the cake was creamy but not heavy, and the pistachio/nougat layers were not overpowerly rich.  A really nice way to end an excellent meal.  If you're on the Upper East side and want a relaxed atmosphere (and have some money to spare), I highly recommend Cafe Sabarsky.  However, if you're on a budget, skip the lines and find somewhere cheaper.  If it weren't inside a museum I would definitely consider it overpriced.",real
29269,"Best Romantic Winter Getaway! Just got back from a wonderful weekend at the Inn. Atmosphere was peaceful and charming. Service was exceptionally good and well above any place we have been to before. The innkeepers and the staff did an amazing job in taking care of any of our needs. Breakfast was 10 out of 10, and started every morning perfectly. We were also lucky to be there when it snowed - BEAUTIFUL ! The location is was only 20 min from Okemo mountain, in which we skied (ski conditions were great!) We will definitely come back to this lovely place. Yoav & Hadar",fake
23093,"Awesome place, there is not a bad thing on the menu.  Place is always packed yet the service never lacks.  The mojito mix that they make goes perfect with Bacardi Limon.  If you're in the area, definitely stop in here.",real
15335,"what a gem!   a really cute and well thought out space, with amazing food and cocktails!  i had ""the cooler"" which was true to its name with gruner veltliner, cucumber, and mint, refreshing on a hot summer night and tasted just like i was at a spa. the kale salad was simple but delicious, the meatballs melt in your mouth, and the crispy gnocchi was a treat.   mondays are half price cocktails!",real
27869,"Went in for an impromptu dinner and the quality continues. Really enjoyed the flatbread with ricotta and ramps, a nice crunchy sea salt bringing out the rampy-ness. {yep, that's a word.} The popovers were Maine-worthy and I didn't even mind having to deal with the sticky sauce all over my hands. The hake with endive, fennel and black grape salad was something I want to make over and over again in my own kitchen, it's so my style -- warm, fresh with that feeling of eating soup inside on a rainy spring day. Having just done a ton of cardio before dinner I was ravenous so I jumped at the chance to try Adelaide S.'s fried chicken, something I would never permit myself to order. I liked the breading, but there was something off about the chicken that I could not put my finger on... the cheese waffle was okay, tasting the cheddar more from the smell than the amount of cheese in it. For dessert the bread pudding was very good, a nice spongy almost Belgian gauffre-y texture to the cake and smothered in a creamy caramel with a spoonful of whipped cream. The dark and stormy had no lime juice in it and the ratio of rum:ginger beer was a little off, but once the ice melted a bit it took the edge off and was pretty good. I think it was a question of preparation over quality of ingredients. BC stays on the roster for good eatin'. I shall return.",real
20957,"Love the wine list, Riesling is my favorite. The outdoor section is really nice in the warm weather. Great place to have cocktails and appetizers!",real
35955,"I hate writing bad reviews unless I've had a terrible experience.  In this case I definitely DID NOT have a terrible experience, but I saw a lot of potential semi-squandered so I wanted to actually do a legit constructive critique. First the plusses, the decor and work they've done to the building are incredible.  The carved wood ceiling work and old world windows really get you away from Staten Island.  The view is awesome too, I really enjoyed it because it was realistic to what's there.  Too many complainers about it being ""just Jersey"", fine, go to Manhattan then. The service was excelllent, read a few posts below that seemed like they were met with poor service, Blue seems to have straightened that out.  Our waitress was attentive, friendly, knowledgable and added to the overall experience a lot. Now, for my issues.  This concept is all over the place.  It's called ""Blue"" which would indicate sea food....but no.  Not really a seafood place.  Ok, so it's Mediterranian right?  Well, sort of, but there are loads of Asian influenced dishes on the menu.  So just what the heck is going on here?  The beers on the menu seem to be chosen out of a hat, obscure beers from Asia that don't taste any different then Budweiser and a lack of much Craft presence just doesn't cut it any more.  The one craft they had, Circus Boy from Magic Hat, was out of stock. The food itself, nothing really popped off the menu and called to me the way the dishes at Bayou do.  That said, I experimented with the Frogs Legs.  I've never had them before, so maybe I'm off here.  But the taste was sort of like an oceanic chicken.  It tasted of salt water like fish but had the consistancy of chicken.  Maybe that's normal, but they kind of fell apart nonetheless, were sloppy and didn't taste like much. I ordered the steak, I did ask for a change where it'd be paired with potatoes instead of a veg, but my choice made for a bland plate.  Call me crazy, but if I order a steak I shouldn't have to request potatoes and the potatoes should always match the protein.  The steak was ok, nothing worth going to what's considered a ""high end"" restaurant by SI standards for though.  The potatoes were very good, a mixed bag of styles of potato roasted well. My wife had a grilled chicken dish that was asian inspired with some sort of rice.  I tried a little, the rice was flavorful when first served, but as the dish sat, even 5-10 minutes later, it got watery and bland.  The chicken was very average.  Also bland. Between the two of us we were very uninspired and as much as we tried not to, when compared to Bayou (same owner), it wasn't even a comparison.  We just wanted to re-do the night again at Bayou to be perfectly honest.  And that's a shame.   The menu needs work, it needs to be more bold and more focused.  Right now it feels like a trip around the world collecting some of the more boring flavors one can find.  It needs to be more to one or two destinations, handpicking only the best.  The beers also need to have some relation to the food served as well. At this point, because of cost vs. flavor balance, I wouldn't return.  Like I said, it wasn't terrible, I was really rooting for this place and still do.  Hopefully I'll catch wind of menu changes and give it another shot.  Until then, I won't be visiting Blue again.",real
2953,"Shame on me for being sucked into this tourist trap, filled with right-wing paraphanilia no less.  I'd heard mixed reviews about this place, and this was our last stop before catching our flight home.  I decided to do whiz wit this time around after learning the hard way and ordering provolone at another cheesesteak joint. First off, CASH ONLY. Second, these things are a whopping $8 apiece. Whoa.  The bread was really hard, almost reminiscent of pretzel bread or sourdough. Not what I was expecting. Plus, the meat was different. Not chopped up steak, but I believe this was ribeye meat. Definitely a first for me on a cheesesteak.  The onions weren't cooked either, boo! All in all, not very satisfying nor did it come close to living up to the hype. I've had better tasting in Denver! Really!",real
8089,"I LOVE GREEK PEOPLE and their FOOD! so, in case you can't tell, i am a HUGE fan of greek food... and pylos is one of the best greek places in the city/astoria.  it's great for dinner with a couple friends or an intimate dinner for 2.  i also really like the vibe... it's friendly but sophisticated, unique but inviting.  like it knows it's a precious gems among other restaurants in east village but is too humble to be loud about it.",real
34839,This was great 'find' in Murray Hill. Small but puts out a great product! I always find an unexpected gem while in NY and this may well be it. Any it's priced right too.,real
30941,"The 'Shanty is, in my opinion, the bastard child of Burlington's restaurant scene.  I think it's the location that gets in its way.   Tucked away just east of the Burlington waterfront, the Shanty On the Shore is not abundantly obvious to those who haven't been brought there by others.  I've always assumed its success is based upon a loyal base of clientele who bring others.   At any rate it's definitely decent seafood for Burlington: a landlocked town in a landlocked state.   The clam chowder is good...though like most restaurants I assume they heat up pre-made stuff.  No matter.",real
4820,"Best diner I've been to in a while! Banana walnut pancakes were off the hook! Recommend to go early. After 12 pm, line out the door!",real
1482,Waste of money. This cheesesteak looks like they put one slab of steakums on it. The roll is good but I'm not paying $10 to eat a roll. Seriously just walk across the street and have a real cheesesteak at pat's.,real
35804,"Stopped here for lunch with coworkers.  Ordered the Mr. Joe's panini and it came with a glass of wine, table bread, salad, and a slice of cake.  All for about $14.   The food here is legit quality Italian food.  Fabulous hard and crusty Italian bread.  The pasta looks super fresh and smelled amazing.  I'll be trying some of that next time.  I texted a bunch of people when I left and said they need to schedule lunch dates with me immediately because I'm going back soon!",real
7988,"Had my birthday here and it was such a great experience. A couple of the things I liked, in addition to the delicious food (really, everything was great, especially the baby lamb chops and most of the seafood): They seated the people that arrived first without having them wait till the whole party arrived... and with a party of 8, there are gonna be those that show up 30 min late. The waitress suggested a few dishes, b/c we weren't sure what to get, and they were all really good ones. In addition, she recommended a couple bottles of wine that fit what we wanted and were also on the more affordable side. Our waitress also split the check about 6 different ways without hesitation. Also, the decor is really pretty -- be sure to look up at the ceiling! This restaurant is perfect for all sorts of occasions, and I will definitely return!",real
32092,"Literally the best Asian food in Connecticut!!   Coming from California, I have pretty high standards for KBBQ and Asian food in general, but this place is definitely on point.   Seoul BBQ gives you so many delicious side dishes, and huge meat portions!  Everything is so tasty, and I'd highly recommend the combination meals because they come with so many different soups and sides so you can try a bit of everything. The restaurant itself has a lot of space, is well ventilated, and clean, which are important factors for me as well.   Finally, I'd just like to add that I'd give 6/5 stars for the great service!!  Ask for Doan! I had the same server the two times I was here, and he was always so attentive, friendly, and even cracked some funny jokes :P  The entire staff seems to enjoy working with one another here.",real
16648,"More like a 4.5.  I've been here 3 times and this is the average of all my trips. First off, these are best pancakes I ever had!!  They are what all pancakes aspire to be: warm, fluffy, perfectly golden-brown and irresistible.  Also, the biscuits are AMAZING!!! They're buttery and have the perfect texture. I think I'm addicted to them. The chicken and waffles are pretty good. I really liked the waffle, it was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. However, I thought that the fried chicken was only alright.  I will probably give this dish another shot though. I also once ordered the Clinton Street burger but I didn't like it.  The bun was over-toasted and hard, and the burger lacked flavor.  That was the only time I was disappointed by my food here. Finally, the restaurant is tiny so be prepared for a long wait if you decide to go for brunch.  However, the small size creates an intimate and charming atmosphere that I really love. Pro tip: Go to Clinton St. for dinner to avoid the wait.  You get mini-biscuits at your table and can still order the pancakes!",real
18351,"went for brunch on a long holiday weekend thinking we might avoid some of the waits.   i was wrong.   we got there (there were two of us) when it opened (the hours were posted incorrectly on the website and we had to come back two hours later) to find a line around the block.   since i knew i was never going to wait in this line again unless the pancakes were heaven on earth, i figured i would just stay and wait.   we waited for about 45 minutes for a table.   not awful, but there is no place to wait inside so you are stuck huddling together for warmth on the cold days.   we are seated in about 45 minutes. it was so cold outside that neither us removed our jackets during breakfast because we couldn't get warm. inside, the restaurant is cute, very small, and seemingly only decorated with framed articles extolling the virtues of the food. every magazine, newspaper and tour book has written about this place place. it certainly explains the crowds. we split two entrees, blueberry pancakes and a southern breakfast (eggs, bacon, grits, fried green tomato). we also get a side of chorizo. the food is good. i preferred the eggs, chorizo and grits and found the pancakes to be a bit too much like dessert.  the fried tomato was boring and not spiced well. sadly, the service wasn't that great. no one came to refill my coffee and the entire time i was eating, i felt rushed because there is a line of shivering people outside staring at you willing you to finish eating. i wouldn't go back and wait for the breakfast. if they expand, or the lines magically stop, it would be a nice meal. unfortunately there are too many great brunch places in new york to merit waiting that long for pancakes and eggs, especially for a place where i didn't even love the pancakes.",real
30365,"i love this restaurant. it has a very cool and laid back vibe, and most importantly, great food. i've had a couple of dishes here (the chicken sandwich and the pulled pork) and both were incredible. you can tell they care about all the food they serve because everything is flavored really well. highly recommend this place for lunch or breakfast.",fake
30247,"It was so nice when Silk City reopened a few years back. It filled a hole in the reasonable eats within walking distance of my house category. Parking's not so bad either which is always a plus when I am too lazy to walk. Our most recent visit, this Saturday night was one such occasion where we had to park the whip and a close, free spot was part of the Silk City draw. Another part was the low, red lighting to disguise my post NYE pallor. It sucks if you have to sit in one of the little tables and is worth it to wait for 5-10 minutes for a booth to open up. I had the meatloaf with peas and mashed potatoes. It was topped off with the brownie sundae with vanilla in lieu of chocolate ice cream. I am a sucker for a brownie sundae. I passed out into a food coma immediately upon our return home (at 8 PM). Sometimes that's exactly what you need on Saturday night.",real
33335,"Had not been to new location.  I found menu a bit limited but found enough to satisfy me.  Food was excellent, staff great.",fake
39540,i have mixed reviews on this place. cute and quaint--it is. had a lovely time sitting outside on a sunny day having lunch. service was eh. our original waiter we saw once--he took our order and bam--was gone. when our order finally came--it was backwards--my bread on my companion's sandwich--his on mine--my sides with his--his on mine. not that big of a deal. we pointed it out to the woman there--who i think was in charge of the place--she chuckled and had another guy take them away to correct the situation. all they did was switch the bread and the plates--seems innocent enough right?--wrong--the honey mustard sauce that would have tasted great with the brie and turkey my companion had ordered--didn't go too hot with the spicy blackened chicken. i ended up eating mine without the bread (which also meant without the honey mustard) and it was a pretty good piece of blackened chicken. he ordered the honey mustard on the side and had a pretty good sandwich. in all--i guess one could chalk it up as lunchtime madness--but sometimes the devil is in the details. i'll give them a second shot if i'm ever in the area again--the endive salad i had to start was really good--especially on the scorcher of a day it was.,real
9470,"Service was really bad , we waited about 20 mins for our order, then we didnt see the server for another 20 mins, We order drinks and that was about another 20 mins. The food was really good and the outside atmosphere is great too. But service was less then acceptable",real
2634,"I must say, the glitz and glam of the place was impressive.  But the workers weren't exactly friendly (although, I do realize that service is not the #1 reason to go to a cheesesteak place). In fact, they were a little scary. If I were to rate the cheesesteak by itself I would say it was average. If someone were to offer it to me, I'd eat it. But compared to other cheesesteak places, it wasn't the best. The meat didn't seem flavored at all. Maybe it's because I didn't get it with cheese whiz, but the sandwich definitely didn't live up to it's hype.  I ended up crossing the street to Pat's to try their cheesesteak which was a lot better than Geno's.",real
46244,Recently I moved to monclair and wanted to visit the local restaurants. I was dessapointed with the amount of mediocre restaurants. A friend suggested I visit the four seasons kebab house. I decided since it was extremely coldl to have the food delivery. The food was not only delicious but arrived promptly and stemming hot. What a find!,fake
1193,My husband and my favorite cheesesteak place in Philly!  Keep up the great work you guys always do!!  See you next time!,fake
34437,"This place is really good. The kitchen sink was excellent. Side of red velvet pancake was superb. My kids had shrimp and grits and the other had the buffalo chicken and make and cheese. I tried both and booth were really good. The Nutella latte was average. Food is excellent here. Parking is crazy. Atmosphere is retro. Family friendly. Great place for brunch. The only reason I didn't give this place a five star was because I watched a few of the waitress take orders, punch in the orders, help bring the food out and picked up plates and so forth from other tables but failed to wash their hands. Everything is pretty open so you can see the staff at work. Also the drinks took a long time to come-out. Food was served before drink orders came out.",real
9159,"wow wow wow wow.  that is only thing to lead with for this spot. Leah Cohen (former top chef contender) opened this place up maybe 2 years or so ago, and I have probably been here 7 or 8 times now.   The food is out of this world good - MUST haves include pork belly adobo, sizzling sisig, KHAO SOI, and another KHAO SOI, (definitely get a couple coconut rices to add on top) atmosphere is cool, chill, hip - music is interesting...kinda some hard core gangsta rap, but goes with the ambiance pretty well actually.  the kitchen is open, so you see everything being made right in front of you - Leah Cohen is there most nights from what I can tell. cocktails are tasty, a decent bottled beer selection, and for $15 you can do bottomless PRB from a cooler run keg tapped in the back - kinda hipster and cool, but w/e. one of my absolute favorite spots in NYC, being in the LES its a bit of a trek, but totally worth it!  they started doing brunch recently, so very excited to try that!!! YUM!",real
46721,"In Riva has been in my YELP bookmarks for months and this past weekend, my boyfriend and I finally made the trip to Manayunk to check it out. For starters, I love the lay out - we were seated in what I believe is called ""the library"", a little nook section with a few tables. We ordered the crispy pork belly as an appetizer. Super yummy and I question whether they serve 3 pieces.. so that couples fight over the last piece and then just order a second plate? (We split ours). Moving on we ordered the pizza margherita with white anchovy and nastrini pasta (both to share). The pizza was a let down, very doughy and had a burnt aftertaste as the crust was burnt. I had hoped we just had a bad pizza but I noticed others were coming out like this as well. To be honest, I had MUCH better pizza at California Pizza Kitchen. The nastrini was good but not memorable. For dessert we shared zeppole, I thought it was great - the boyfriend wasn't all too impressed though. A very mediocre experience with an expensive wine bill overall.",real
49442,Best lunch place in Hartford. All about the food not the service. Lines at lunch. High turnover. Fresh.,real
32587,"Walked into this nicely lit, clean and spacious diner with 5 star expectations, Wifey raving about the grass fed beef they serve all the way. Noticed the staff moving about at a fever pitch, flitting around in a high energy, frenzied pace, to and fro, it was something to see... Here's the problem, the place wasn't crowded and the frenzy was unwarranted, I likened it to a beehive without a queen bee, a surreal atmosphere. enough of that, I'm here for the beef, allegedly grass feed beef. Wifey ordered a burger, broccoli and cole slaw. I went for a New York Strip and a quinoa, apple, feta salad. You get a mini loaf of warm bread with your meal and it was delicious. Wifey liked the burger, considered the broccoli adequate and found the cole slaw bland. My New York Strip? Dry as the desert, barely edible with a mushroom gravy, tiny and not worth the expense. I was disappointed and did not share Wifey's enthusiasm for so called organic beef. Didn't care for the quinoa either. Draw your own conclusions, Wifey and I plan to return, heard a lot good things about the Rueben.",real
21699,"I have a mixed feeling about this place. I've only been here once and after eating their lunch I don't feel like I have to go back and try everything. Its a nice looking new spot, clean and tastefully decorated. I ordered the Kobe beef burger. I've had Kobe steak before and I know its a premium cut of beef. To have a Kobe beef burger should be outstanding! I order my burger and they give me a flashing buzzer. When my food was ready in about 4 minutes I got buzzed. So I get my burger and the meat tastes undercooked. I grab the manager and tell him the meat is undercooked in middle. He tells me Kobe beef isn't like chuck, its not as dense and its a softer meat. Wait a second jerky. I have a NYC burger list. I've eaten Kobe beef in some great steakhouses. A burger isn't supposed to be this soft and loose. I did like the Asian slaw and taste, it was a good spin on a classic burger. Make sure if you order from here ask them to make it medium to well. I'm gonna take a mulligan..",real
28953,I had pot stickers and Korean steak tacos. The pot stickers were delicious and the tacos were lacking flavor. My slushy tasted fake and my Oreo ice cream dessert was packaged dessert at its greatest. Somehow it all hit the spot.,real
10302,Peel away all the pretension and the food's interesting and good.  The tables are way too close together and it's too loud!,real
42616,"I went on a Saturday night with a party of 6. The restaurant was very crowded, which is to be expected. However, the layout is bad. You are elbow to elbow with the diners next to you and we sat on bar stools with no backs, yikes! I just had spinach dip and chips, french fries, dessert. Food was very good. They did run out of tiramisu and the quesadillas, bad move, what restaurant doesn't stock up for the weekend? At least tell the servers what you are out of so they can tell the diners before ordering. We had the heart cake and churros for dessert. Heart cake and shake were awesome! The vanilla ice cream was a creamy delight. Churros themselves were ok but the melted chocolate and caramel were perfect! Maybe I will try a waffle or crepe next time. Don't expect a nice, quiet, romantic  dinner, but go for dessert!",fake
4086,"I went to Ocean prime during restaurant week I was super excited to go. When I went the Decor and ambience was very beautiful. I went with two of my other friends for restaurant week and we all ordered the steak. I ordered a medium well steak and my one friend ordered a medium rare steak. When are steaks came I was given a medium rare and my friend got rare. That's not what we ordered. I told the waiter that I wanted to cook a little bit more this was not a medium well steak. When I got my steak back it was still the same. It looked as if they put it in the boiler for a hot second and that was it. It was still really bloody in the middle. The waiter was super apologetic the manager was apologetic but at the same time his tone was like ""whatever"". He also looked really young. Like in his early to mid twenties. As if he just finished hospitality school. If you're going to be across from Del Frisco steakhouse you better be on your ""A"" game all the time. After my steak was sent back to my table a second time, I just was like I don't even want it anymore. I just lost all interest in wanting to eat. It was very frustrating. Yes, I understand that they only been open for less than a month. That is why you have a soft opening to fix these problems. The chef should still know how to cook steak. That cooking basics 101. It's just insulting to the customer that the steak was sent back to me second time and not cooked properly again. The chef should be embarrassed. I did write on the Ocean Prime comment card. Overall, I really wanted to like Ocean Prime but I was very disappointed I did like our waiter he was very generous very apologetic and did everything to make myself and my friends very comfortable and still be able to enjoy our evening. If I do ever go back to Ocean prime it would just be for drinks that's it. I will go to Del Frisco's for steak. The funny thing is I really liked the private room on the second floor and thought that room with the overlooking view of the whole restaurant would be a perfect spot to host my next dinner party. After my experience it knocked that idea out of the running so know I have to look at other places.",real
16669,"Wife and I went in here for brunch the other day.  I ordered the crab cake eggs bennedict.  It was presented in a very nice way on the plate, you get two, and they were stacked up nice.  The flavor was great, nothing to complain about there.  I ordered the horchata iced coffee.  I love both horchata and iced coffee.  It sounded better than it was.  It wasn't really bad, just a bit of a let down. My wife ordered pancakes with walnuts and bananas.  She claimed the best part was the syrup, and that it was a game changer.  The pancakes were just like any other pancakes.  She ordered a fresh squeezed orange juice that was as good as fresh squeezed oj can get.   Overall, we will probaby go there again, it was very nice, and there were other menu items we'd like to try too.",real
30874,"Is the Shanty on the Shore really haunted? Yes, by the ghost of good food. I got the fish n' chips but it might as well have been cardboard n' more cardboard. Actually, that might have been better since it would have at least tasted like SOMETHING... Not only was there absolutely no flavor, but my fish was falling-to-pieces overcooked. My boyfriend got the Fisherman's platter, which wasn't any better, but probably worse: the fish was overcooked underneath mounds of bland breading, barely any scallops, no flavor to anything, and the baked potato was obviously microwaved (and had a rock hard skin). We will NOT be coming back here, though I doubt we're the only ones.  When we entered the building it was as empty as a restaurant in the beginning of an episode of Kitchen Nightmares; I honestly expected Gordon Ramsey to appear any second and start yelling at them.",fake
11142,"Last week was my second time at the Blue Ribbon and because i enjoyed it so much i decided to give it a good review... To make a long story short, the service was pleasant, the food was great, especially because i'm a vegetarian and the sea-food there is so tasty. IT was a little bit crowded when we arrived, but i guess that just means that business are good. Recommended.",fake
49679,"An invitation to dinner with friends led me to Aurora. We sat at a small table out front which was nice for people watching. The wine here was very good. The food too was very tasty, the grilled chicken and steak were very nice but the linguini bolognese was the stand out. Delicious! Dessert too was quite tasty. I had the tirimisu. Yum! And a nice size serving too. The service here was very good and they try very hard to make sure you are happy. Give Aurora a try, you will be happy you did.",real
3161,"awful. unchopped and gristly meat with a side of ignorance, all soaked in that burning 24hr neon glow.",real
6747,"Rock shrimp tacos ok. Peppers were blah but a veggie, and I was looking for one. French onion soup wontons Are very rich but the taste is good. Exactly what it sounds like: reduced French onion soup in a wonton wrapper. Tuna tartare with crackers was good, but that's hard to mess up. Nothing was wrong with anything, but it was overrated.  The quinoa salad looked good and I wish we had room for it. Husband says meh overall to the whole place.",real
22267,"I'd say the description of ""gourmet dive"" that has appeared multiple times on these reviews is largely an accurate term. What better way to spend an evening than with some bands you already know/some bands you haven't heard of, and some excellent brews. I'll bet you didn't know that the chefs here make ALL their sauces homemade (e.g. teriyaki and hot wing sauces, bleu cheese, garlic aoili, and more). Limited entree options for vegans however the kitchen will work with you if you want the black bean burger on a bed of lettuce, for example. Other information you may not know: - 50 cent wings at happy hour (5-7pm) - half priced drafts at happy hour 7 days a week, bro - no cover for the bar, and many shows have tickets available at the door - daily $4 drink special 9-11pm bartender's choice - free street parking, plus a small lot - tv's in bar and projection screen in dining room showing local sports games The next time you are thinking ""what should I do tonight, I don't like the same old bar scene"" pop on over and check out a show.",real
19672,"Who would have thunk it, the old khyber pass in 2011 is a happening restaurant, and no longer my favorite spot for live music. Yes, the music may have died, but the khyber pass has reinvented itself in the past year with one impressive pub/restaurant. A bit of interior remodeling was all that was needed to create the quality restaurant it is today. Yes, the same old jukebox and imported UK wooden bar still stand. Improved ale selections, and NOLA styled Cajun fare added. The aesthetics are as good as the food and drink were when I recently dined there with my first for the first time since the place used to rock with live bands.    I must have seen 100 bands if not more since 1990 at the khyber pass. It was consistently a cool location to catch a gig or simply meet friends and throw back a few ales. I do miss the live music, but thankfully the old stalwart remains an attractive location for me today. If in old city, definitely check out the revamped khyber pass. The food was delicious, I had a pulled pork sandwich, a chimay than heffen wessen tap ale....all top shelf fare. A few bucks slipped into the jukebox, and Motorhead, Dead Meadow, Priest, AC/DC, T Rex, Deep Purple, et al accompanied one hell of a fun lunch for my wife and I. Sitting there dinnign, brought back flashbacks of so many cool gigs held at the khyber pass over the years...it was a bit of a bitter sweet farewell to the past and recognition of the future. Have a drink on me if you go, cheers.",real
34091,Cantina is THE BEST.... BEST margaritas....best atmosphere.... GREAT place!,real
17027,"Ham and eggs with a HUGE biscuit, blueberry pancakes, and a side of the sweet candy bacon was on the table. The ham and eggs was ehh - you can get it anywhere. The pancakes was good. But the Bacon stole the whole show. It was salty and sweet with a nice chewiness crisp to it. Could have been 4 stars but the food here did not agree with my tummy too much and the 1.5 - 2 hour wait for a table for 2.",real
44212,"First time in little Italy and we picked an amazing restaurant to eat at. The staff was wonderful, extremely patient and friendly. The bread was wonderful!!!! The food was amazing and best of all, the owner was sitting outside sharing his wonderful stories about growing up in the neighborhood with my husband and I. I would recommend this restaurant to all my family and friends. I can't wait to go back.",real
11755,"This is one of my favorite ""late late night"" restaurants.  It's where you can go at 2AM and get grilled lamb shank, roasted oxtail, or fried chicken with mash potatoes.  All very reasonably priced.  Unfortunately, I'm not down in SOHO enough to take advantage of it more often.  I did hear they had an issue with the Health Dept though ... haven't been there since someone told me that.",real
45971,"You can't go wrong with Cookshop.  Been many times and solidly a 4 star restaurant.  The scallops last night were awesome.  Brunch there is crazy busy, but worth it.  Make a brunch reservation and prepare to wait awhile for the table.  Worth it.",real
45815,"i really wanted to L O V E cookshop. i mean it's in the neighborhood.  they focus on local food.  it's reasonably priced for NYC with a nice casual setting. but $5 for DEVILED EGGS? and my rabbit was awfully salty.  i mean the rabbit was good...the hubby who normally doesn't like much outside of beef, chicken and turkey really liked it.  but man, it was SALTY. and coming from the south, i wanted to like the collard greens with bacon.  it has BACON...how hard would it be to not like???  it was TERRIBLE.  i mean downright TERRIBLE.  my dad who normally insists on cleaning his plate left a very full plate of collard greens. s i g h...",real
42223,"I passed this place on my way to Roasted Kitchen and decided to give it a try. DISH: Root Vegetable Mash (sweet potato, swish, carrot & parsnip); I topped it with roasted mushrooms, almonds and scallions. It was absolutely delicious. ATMOSPHERE: warm, dimly lit & casually abstract. OVERALL MENU: there's a huge selection of vegetarian/vegan dishes along with a juice bar. It was okay - being it was my first time but they're a bit on the pricy side. I purchased the mash bowl, an extra piece of bread and a small banana, almond smoothie. It costs $19! They're up there with Wholefoods. Unfortunately, this was expected in union square - for an establishment specializing in the Paleo diet w/no cane sugar, soy lecithin, refined sugar, gluten, emulsifiers and GMO.",real
30160,"Dude, I totally dig this joint. Let me tell you what... Brunch: this place is awesome brunch. I pity the fool that isn't enjoying biscuits and gravy or huevos rancheros here at least once a month. Is that the produce section in your bloody mary? I believe it is. Garnishes galore. Really nice time, every time. Dinner: this place is awesome dinner. We tried a variety of dishes and they were all a hit. Get the mac n cheese. Get a corn bread. Then get it on! Pick any entree, you can't lose. Drinks: this place is awesome drinks. That freaking patio is the best outdoor space I have been to in the city. Even on a slow night, you can have a blast. I promise. Dancing: I didn't mention the club yet, but it's also rad, but not entirely my scene most nights. But if you cut rugs for a living, you will dig it like a backhoe. My, my, my. A mi me gusta.",real
43315,"*In order to get the FULL effect of this review, you need to hum the tune of ""I Want it Now,"" as performed by Miss Veruca Salt of ""Willy Wonka  and the Chocolate Factory.""   If you need help, here you go...start at 0:36. youtube.com/watch?v=dU7n…. Max Brenner...yummm! This place is tas-ty! Went for my birthday, this past Sat-ur-day, and I can't wait to go back! ...NOOOW! Friendly wait staff...Matt was the nicest. Offered suggestions, and answered our questions (what rhymes with questions....) Wanna go back... now! Food was pretty good...got the Caesar salad. Left room for dessert... sooo glad I did that...would have been mad if I hadn't.... Give me some more...NOW! Got the Ivory Heart...so good, 'twas sinful. Gooey warm chocolate...with a side of ice cream I did not want to share it! During my party, all you heard was laughter. Cho-co-late often does that. Such fab decor, there were colors galoooore ...And it smelled like CHOCOLAAAATE! *instrumental* Alll in alll...enjoyed my time there! I sure will go back...as soon as I can And I don't care with whom..cause whyyyyy? So, ver-y good...want to go back! Could be a friend, a boo, or you....want to go baaaaaaack! ______________________________ So this place was delicious - can't you tell? And it's really all about chocolate...to the point that I titled the event ""Chocolate Girls do Max Brenner.""  Why?  Because we ARE chocolate, and we LOVE chocolate. *shrugs* And M.B. really reminded me of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory...to the point that I was literally signing Ole Veruca's torch song when I left....I'm talking skipping down the street and everything.  It was Halloween night though, so trust, stranger things were going on around Walnut St.   Oh, and if you're a Philly Elite, and unfamiliar with the song, I'll be happy to perform it for you at the next Elite event I attend. So, just go to Max Brenner.  You'll love it.",real
40740,I am always down for great Mexican food.  And I have found another great find in NY. Great margaritas! I got the Strawberry vanilla margarita... Yummy guacamole and the 'drunken' shrimp dish is so delicious.  Its crowded but the food and drinks are definitely worth it!,real
3051,"Repost: Joey Vento sucks and only pulls the sh*t he does to get business. You think he actually cares about Daniel Faulkner, speaking english, and hating Obama? The man is a ruthless lizard trying to get your cash. May he rot in cheesesteak hell. Eff this place! I ATE THERE YELP HQ! DONT REMOVE MY REVIEW. IT TASTES LIKE GRADE F BEEF WIT ON A AMAROSO ROLL. BAD FOOD. Most likely user andrew f is the flagger because he quotes my article. read on: ""Geno's has far better food and service than Pats, and is much more respectable. It is clean and looks good on the outside, not worn down and dirty. And as far as Joey Vento being a ""lizard just trying to take your money"", i can attest that he is a great guy and doesn't pull all of his stunts for business. His support for Danny Faulkner is justified. One of Philly's finest was shot cold-blooded by a ruthless criminal. There is mad evidence to support it. Aside from that, he has a brick laid for every Philadelphia Police Officer or Firefighter killed in the line of duty. On both sides of the establishment are boards laden with Police patches from around the nation.  He is a strong supporter of our troops and police forces.  My father is a police officer, and has been personally invited inside Geno's by Joey Vento himself.  He said the inside is incredibly clean, and Vento was a real nice guy.  So what if he states his opinion? Its his business, and his opinions are correct. People are just too afraid to recognize it."" ""So what if he states his opinion?"" Well, I'm stating my opinion, and you tried to oppress my right to say it. And the food, atmosphere, customers, employees, building is a disgrace to the neighborhood. And one more thing Mr.F... I said ""You think he actually cares about Daniel Faulkner, speaking english, and hating Obama?"", at no point did I say that Vento's proported support for a slain Police Officer was unjustifed, I said that Vento is a opportunist, and cares little for the deceased officer. Use reading comprehension skills.",real
28029,"i won't bore you with paragraphs like these lovely people. order everything but my memorable picks are french toast, fried chicken, pancakes, bacon, biscuits, scrambles, fried porkchops, cheddar waffles, and the burger. the best brunch in brooklyn. ftw.",real
46278,"They have excellent lunch specials.  The staff is very warm and accommodating.  This is a new go to spot for me for lunch.  Also, they have a really nice patio out back, makes for an awesome date spot in the warmer months, without getting your wallet crushed.",real
27006,"The pizza and chili cheese tots are life. The retro burger is also quite amazing. Only issue is this place is really far, from everything else.",real
16259,"Believe the hype! The pancakes really are out of this world! Light, fluffy, and delicious;  everything a pancake should be! My friend and I came after work one night during Pancake Month. For one, any place that serves breakfast for dinner has a special place in my heart. The line was ridiculously long, which we expected,   but they have a good system going and will text you when your table is ready so you don't have to just sit around and wait.  There's plenty in that area to keep you busy in the meantime.  Inside has a homey diner feel to it, but at night the dim lighting adds a touch of simple elegance. We decided if we were doing something sweet, we also had to try something savory so we got the Fried Chicken dinner as well. It was awesome. We cleaned our plates and left extremely full and very happy. I can't wait to visit again!",real
2091,I liked the bread better than Pat's but I didn't think the steak was all that flavorful and it was also tough. The staff was very friendly though!,real
7074,"To start things off, I love the swinging chairs. They are a little distracting, but loads of fun. I have been there probably a dozen times and it only gets better with each time I go. I have had -kofta -korean pork tacos -cheesesteak eggrolls -seared tuna -teriyake filet mignon -thai chicken lettuce wraps -bbq chicken quesadilla -rad na thai chicken -lobster mac and cheese I was unimpressed with the rad na thai chicken as well as the lettuce wraps. The korean pork tacos needed a little more meat, and the filet mignon was average. However The kofta was my favorite appetizer, I would consider the eggrolls as appetizers, but they're very filling. The lobster mac and cheese is the best I have ever had, and I enjoyed how they use orzo. The seared tuna was good, but I loved the risotto. I was a little disappoint that this continental did not have some of the same dishes that the one in atlantic city has. Overall it is a great place to dine.",real
20586,"This review is purely related to substandard service at the restaurant since we had to walk out prior to getting served.  We were seated right away and it was late in the evening so it wasn't overly busy. Took a long time to get menus and an acknowledgment from the waitress. Once we were acknowledged the waitress bolted away without taking our drink order (this is a wine bar). After another visit to the table she quickly bolted without asking if we needed a drink and ignored us when i attempted to get her attention. While later walking by the table with her blinders on I once again attempted to get her attention and when i did, she shot me a NASTY look when i requested two glasses of wine. She obviously had no interest in creating an enjoyable experience or in making money for herself. It's shame because the place has potential. Hire waitresses who care.",real
31584,"Bierstube is a great bar in Philly. My wife and I tried it out on our anniversary and had a great time. The bar has a wonderful selection of different craft and import beers, including a few beers that I had been aching to try for a long time. The service was spectacular. I don't know how frequently Vinnie works the bar, but he was one of the friendliest bartenders I've ever met. He was extremely knowledgable about all of the beers they serve, and made a surprisingly good Ginger Old Fashioned. The other servers were all very kind as well. The atmosphere was relaxed and laid back. The food was great. Of particular note was the beer-cheese dip for the soft pretzels. If there's anything that might seem confusing about the place, it's that they have a great selection of Belgian beers. It seems odd for a German restaurant, but it works.",real
43422,You can bust a serious grub here - and the prices are right. Owners are friendly too and make you feel like you are one of the crew! Get the crushed peppers in your steak.,fake
16395,"Weekday brunches are not always easy to find even when you think you are owed it, just as my friend thought when her birthday landed on a tuesday and all she wanted in life was a prefect lazy morning that included a delish brunch. Lucky for her (and us) Clinton St. Bakery serves up brunch 7 days a week! You know that moment when looking at the brunch menu when you have to decide between savory and sweet, ya we've all been there-- when at CSB you don't need to.  Order the famous pancakes with the butter sauce of the gods to share, and then order one of their many scramble egg options which are cage free and local! Food is melt in your mouth and deserves as many tries as your willing to wait keep in mind: cash only, expect a wait (reason for 4 not 5 stars)",real
17595,I absolutely LOVE the pancakes here! Whenever I have any friends that come for out of town this is the first place that I always take them too. The only thing is that I've always had to wait but it was always worth it in the end!,real
25807,"I came here on a date this past weekend and I was very happy with my experience here. I called earlier and was informed that they don't take reservations for groups under 6, but I was ensured that it would not be a long wait if I just showed up at 7:30 with my date. Well, we got there on time, and there were not tables available at that precise moment but the staff were gracious and sat as at the bar to have a drink while we waited. Fortunately, just a few minutes later a table opened up and we were promptly seated. The decor was quite nice as well. I would call it new age rustic, if that makes any sense. It was definitely a cozy atmosphere, typical of French bistros. The music might have been the funniest part of the experience, as they played anything from disco to what sounded like early 20th century Soviet ballads, to pop. Now, onto the food. We shared an order of the bacon wrapped scallops and we were both quite pleased with how they tasted. The bacon was crisp, but not too crisp that you couldn't taste the flavor, and the scallops tasted fresh. For the main dish, I ordered a Quiche poulet, and I was very pleased with how it tasted. My date ordered the mozzarella, tomato, basil pressed sandwich and she enjoyed this as well. Overall, this was a very nice find, definitely a great date spot, and a good and pleasant place to spend a weekend evening. I highly recommend.",real
39111,"The chicken parm sandwich is fantastic.  It is consistently well done.  The service is fast, the tables turn over fast.  It's a neighborhood gem.",real
19270,"This place isn't much to look at; there are nicer looking, cleaner places out there. But $8 for lunch is a great deal. The selection might be on the smaller side, but the food is good, replaced frequently, and the sushi is fresh. The soup was also better than I expected and my waitress was very attentive- always refilled my glass and removed finished plates right away.",real
47312,"Came yesterday for a late lunch. On yelp and outside the restaurant it uses the name Meatballs & Co but on Facebook and it's website it goes by Meatballs & Brews. It was empty except for someone at the bar. We did not drink, but I noticed they had happy hour specials. Main st was pretty empty, I'm not sure if this fills up at night. We started out with the bacon wrapped beef meatballs as an appetizer for $8. They were yummy albeit a bit small and a little pricey. I had the bare balls. You get 4 meatballs of your choice with choice of sauce. I got the spicy pork with Parmesan cream. My husband picked the beef meatball hero with mozzarella and French fries. Everything tasted good but I wish the meatballs were bigger.. With a name with meatballs in the title you really expect it to be the main event. Our server was very nice, I hope the place finds it's niche.",real
13001,"4.5 stars on yelp? are you serious? for 4.5 stars, you expect something exceptional and i can't say i found this place to be anything but average. not especially terrible but not especially good either. most of my dining party felt the same, it was ok but not especially deserving of a 4.5 stars on yelp if yelp is to maintain any credibility at all. a few quick comments on some of the dishes: taglierini seafood - somewhat bland tasting; if you want pasta done right, stroll a few blocks over to osteria morini to experience what good pasta should taste like (osteria morini rates 4 stars on yelp; granted osteria morini is a little more expensive but absolutely no way antonioni's rates higher for food) mussels gratin - a bit on the salty side; i found it the best dish that we ordered but i tend to like salty foods; my dining companions, not so much cannoli crush - this was a total disaster; the filling looked frozen and not creamy at all; the shell wasn't crispy; very bland (don't think it was freshly made); definitely a waste of $$ all in all, a very average place. i might have been inclined to give it 3 stars but the horrible grade inflation to 4.5 stars set an unreasonable level of expectation.",real
14563,"Great food and drink but service and bad attitude is becoming a real problem here.  Have eaten here many times.  Recently dined and one of our friends had hearing loss so we asked to be seated in a quieter area of the establishment.  We had called in advance and made the request and were told it would not be a problem.  When the request was made upon arrival, the unfriendly hostess indicated that we were ""in a bar"" and there were ""no areas quieter than any others.""  rude rude rude.",real
46111,"Cookshop was good American fare....from the bread dip to the entrees, everything was yummy. Special highlights were the fried squash blossom and the duck taquitos. Also really liked the salmon special that I had and the cauliflower that came with it was extremely yummy....We sat outside, which was really nice and I'd definitely recommend this place for good outdoor seating - spacious and umbrellaed. The interior is cool too, dimly lit and very sparse. When I went in it was extremely loud, so beware of the noise factor. Overall, great food though and a good addition to the neighborhood.....",real
26706,"Less formal - though no less delicious - than the Italian market location.  It's always hard to say what's best here, with the enormous menu and huge roster of specials, but the huevos rancheros are formidable. I am proud to be the only person at my table who finished mine (though admittedly sans chorizo). The portions here are probably too big; few plates return to the kitchen empty. I should note that the huevos rancheros are served in what I have come to think of as Philly style, which is with crispy tortillas instead of the soft corn or flour ones that are usual elsewhere.",real
19559,"This is a solid joint all-around, no matter what your purpose. This place makes for a good date, casual friend meetup, or seedy heist planning session. Between the dark, casual ambiance, rotating beer selection, and creative menu, there is nothing not to love. The pulled pork sandwich, fried pickles, and fried shrimp po'boy will satisfy you.",real
8991,"Wow. What a disappointing, inconsistent place. I really thought we had found a new neighborhood spot that wasn't overrated, overpriced, and overrun with hipsters, but apparently that hope was as worthless as when I thought music could make a comeback after the shitestorm of knives in my ears that happened in the early 2000s. Tonight was our second time at Pig and Khao and it just didn't cut it for the price or the cuisine. The dish we went crazy over the first time (the green mango chicken salad) had zero spice to it which, for me, defeats the purpose of going to a Southeast Asian restaurant. And the pork belly with pumpkin puree special was just bad. Too sweet, not spicy, and poorly selected cuts.   My guy, who is ordinarily unforgiving of these types of flaws in certain cuisines, was not nearly as turned off as I and was willing to give another dish a chance, but before we had an opportunity to do so the smell of cleaning products poured over the restaurant. At first I thought that maybe the kitchen realized they were kind of blowing it tonight and attempted to spare all of us from tasting any more of what they were serving up, but the truth is that the bar, which is right at the front of the restaurant and in close proximity to plenty of tables, decided to wipe down every bottle of liquor with windex. In the middle of service. And when it was brought to his attention a big grin came across his face and he continued! I'm always surprised to see that kind of attitude from a position that doesn't rely on a salary, but tips from the people that you're disturbing. Maybe he hasn't been working in restaurants long enough to know that vodka should be used to clean down his bar, but, for me, attitude and inconsistent food are two strikes too big to keep me coming back.",real
11256,"Went there last Saturday to celebrate friend's birthday.  Excellent food. Got short ribs, the best ever got. Also tried friend's order - trout, fresh and delicious. Love bread as well.",real
47478,"Food is fabulous, service is terrific. The place is full of local charm; couldn't have enjoyed our visit more.",real
18420,"I don't get it.  Yelp says they open at 10AM on Saturday, the website says they open at 10AM on Saturday, and so does Google. So why, oh why, did we have to wait for an hour (in the icy cold) after showing up at 9:55AM last Saturday? Ah well.  While waiting, we ogled the baked goods and chowed down on the mini pancake slices the host graciously handed out to those waiting for a table. After finally getting seated and ordering our foodstuffs, I was in heaven.  Melt-in-yo-mouth biscuits and salty ham (Country Breakfast)!  Puffy pillows of heaven (Brioche French Toast)!  Fluffy fluffy fluffy pancakes!  Buttery spiced eggs and duck bacon (Farmer's Frittata)!  All were good, but the french toast and biscuits stole the show. The coffee was just okay, but what really put a damper on the experience was the lack of heat.  The restaurant was FREEZING, and all patrons kept their coats on.  Bummer. I bought a goat cheese and scallion scone and pumpkin muffin to go.  The scone was crumbly and soft and extremely delicious, the muffin only okay. I'd return, but next time I'll show up earlier than the restaurant opens and show YOU a thing or two.  Sniff.",real
34867,"Went here for the first time on Monday, returned Thursday and Friday. Monday I had the chicken rotisserie with 2 sides (spinach and potatoes), the chicken was very good and the sides were fantastic. Returned Thursday and went with s chicken sandwich special; couldn't tell you the name but it was excellent.  Friday went with the chicken rotisserie sandwich which is on the regular menu and it was awesome. Succulent and juicy, yet the bread wasn't soggy. This is a great place, friendly service as well. Highly recommend.",real
48865,Ole is a nay. 45 minutes still waiting for food. Mind you its not packed. Not a good start. When i asked for the check after 45 minutes waiting for food the waitress said your food just came out. Lol. This place sux check pls. If the food is good we didn't have the opportunity to sample. Service was bad. The decor ok. Bye bye not coming back.,real
24189,"I have lived in New York for over 15 years and have dined in many ""upscale"" restaurants, but Juni really takes the cake. Not only is the food beautifully plated, it is also amazingly delicious and surprisingly filling. My boyfriend and I both knew that we would be doing the four course tasting menu, but after looking at photos of the portion sizes, I was convinced that I would need to stop at a McDonalds afterwards in order to feel satiated. I was wrong. Everything was prepared to perfection and the service was incredible. Very friendly and knowledgeable waiters. Would recommend many times over.",real
2881,All the glitz and glam and for what? A sub-par cheese steak that isn't any better than what I'd find at a Subway. I was driving from DC to NYC and stopped in Philly to find this place (and Pats) and was seriously disappointed. Pats stinks too but Geno's really loses points because they over compensate with all the neon. Best cheese steak...The Cheese Steak Shop in San Francisco. I've tried a lot of cheese steak and the one on 1716 Divisadero is the best.,real
43429,"First off let me say I've lived in Philly my whole life.  I had them all Geno's, Pat's, Tony Lukes, Jims and just about every other place in the city.  Dalessandro's IS THE BEST.  The idiots who stand in line at the other places for hours are tourists who don't know better. The only line I would stand in line for hours is Dalessandro's.  If you are from Philly then you know to go here.   They did change owners but the meat and cheeses are the same from the ORIGINAL owners suppliers. The new owners owned it for two months, changed it, lost most of the customers then resold the place to the current owners.  The current owners knew the original owners who made it famous and went with the original suppliers  The only difference is the new owners added cheese whiz. The guy working the grill been there for years and still makes the best cheesesteak.  They have every bottle of beer, the service is great and the employees are the best. They treat me like family everytime, unlike most places in Philly.  Bottom line is they're the best, always busy, always consistent and always tasty.  If you want a REAL CHEESESTEAK go here. The place is always packed for a reason... they're the best!",fake
3290,"Simple restaurant with such a down-to-earth ambiance. There's no music but the place fills up with stories, wonderful. The food was DELICIOUS! If I could, I would give them six stars. The spring rolls were simply delicous, so was the cripsy duck. Love that you can bring your own bottle of wine.",real
6200,"I've had great BBQ in Hill Country so naturally, was suspicious of this place as it's far easier to fuck BBQ up than it is to do it right.  Great food requires conviction, passion and soul and the combination of all three = love (on a plate).  In a word, Morgans does it right.  First bite and it was evident - they love me and aim to please.  Fatty brisket was peppery, moist and had the perfect ""melt in your mouth"" ratio of fat / meat.  The Mac & cheese was oozing with cheese and had the proper ratio of cheese to macaroni, and the collards were not too soggy (as they often are when overlooked) and were just vinegary enough - although, I must say they were a tad over salted.  My only issue was with the corn bread.  Served barely luke warm, a bit dry and dense and contained too many jalapeño's for my taste.   Wait staff was attentive and friendly.  Only five blocks from home, I may just become a regular.  Thanks Morgans, for loving what you do and for bringing great BBQ to the neighborhood!!",real
43627,BEST cheese steaks in Philly!,real
47570,"I read all the reviews, consulted with my fellow foodies.. and all were praising this tiny restaurant for its ""authentic Italian food."" I beg to differ.  It is small, cramped, and the seating was too close for my comfort. I did enjoy walking through the open kitchen upon arrival... but the meal.. I have had better in South Philly. The bread is warm, and very fresh. My bread plate had a huge chip on it... with so many servers running around, you would think that one of them would notice it, and trash it before it was placed on a table. The caesar salad resembled every other salad I've had in this city, minus the excess of dressing, which was a nice surprise.  But still, it was an average salad. The mussels in red sauce tasted a bit on the fishy side, and cold.  The red sauce was rather bland, and flat. On to the entree's... I ordered the Spaghetti Bolognese - which other bloggers & friends raved about.  It was on the salty side, and needed more gravy. I had to ask for an extra side of red sauce - which made a world of difference; in both twirling the pasta, and adding to the flavor.  I did not find the service to be great, nor did I get any ""warmth"" from the many servers that were running around. It all seemed very rushed, and chaotic.  Needless to say.. we had 5:30pm reservations (the only time that was available...).. so I expected to have more of a ""relaxed"" dining experience, as opposed to a ""fast"" dining experience.  My dining companions were not impressed with their meals either.  Both commented that their entree's were lacking sauce, and spice.  At the end of the meal, one of the wait staff asked us in passing if we wanted coffee.  Not dessert.. but coffee.  We asked what the desserts were, and the waiter appeared to be annoyed with this question as if we we were over extending our stay in the short hour that we were there... no coffee, nor dessert was ordered. I left, uninspired, and disappointed.  This was not the great meal that I anticipated.  I will continue to go to the many other great Italian restaurants that South Philly, and the rest of the city has to offer.  By the way, this is the place that I chose to go for my birthday... good thing it was the night before, and not the day of. One last note.. never got the lemoncello shot at the end of the meal that they are supposedly famous for.",real
41480,"Astoria has many great bars and this one really tops the cake!  I recently had my 30th Birthday here and they were very accomodating of my large party and loud friends and provided impecable, accurate, and quick service!  Our server Mika (sp?) was fantastic and the bar manager Mike really helped make it a smooth and special event.   In terms of food and drinks it is not possible to go wrong here.  EVERYTHING on the menu is amazing and they infuse their own liquors to add a flavor punch to many cocktails.  I love a place that takes the time to really understand the type of drinks they are selling and not just mix something crazy up.  They clearly do their research and taste testing well and make some GREAT drinks.   Last but not least the beer selection is truly devine and this time of year, with the fall beers coming up and the cooler weather to,  combined with Sweet Afton's rustic decorum makes this the perfect fall drinking spot (and all seasons really). Thank you Sweet Afton!",fake
24142,"Came here late evening during the week for dinner, had a reservation but still had to wait half an hour. Annoying. Other than that service was great. Environment is rather sterile IMO and on the stuffy side. Food was pretty good with beautiful plating. Did the four course menu for $90 and had pork neck, salmon, veal tenderloin and huckleberry. Veal entree and huckleberry dessert were good. The first two courses were ok (I was actually here a few weeks ago and don't recall much about those those two dishes but know I didn't dislike them). This wasn't my favorite meal.   I think maybe I'm more $$$ than $$$$ when it comes to nicer meals.",real
36573,"I LOVE THIS PLACE. Heck, just walking by it makes me happy. Came here with a friend for brunch. The espresso drinks are delicious and definitely made with care and love. I really enjoyed my chocolate croissant  too.",real
9697,Weiner schnitzel and apfelstrudel. Can't go wrong. Tasty espresso,real
41795,"Been here two or three times. The beer, food and ambiance are amazing. Decently sized and overall great spot to catch up with some friends. Service was decent, though it could be somehwat pricey ($13 for fruit and cheese plate?) Overall good spot!",real
1034,love their steak with onions,fake
26867,the best steak sandwich i have had in a long time,real
26641,"Four words: stuffed challah french toast.  Delicious!  I've had their regular one and two specials and have loved all three.  I've also sampled a few of their other things and have never been disappointed.  The only downside is the incredibly long wait on the weekend.  It is usually not as long of a wait as they say, but it is usually at least half an hour or so.  And it's worth the drive and the wait. Only complaint: Once my boyfriend said he wanted the stuffed french toast and they gave him the regular french toast, but it was his fault for not speaking up afterwards.  Plus he didn't even figure it out until I said something, so obviously it was still quite yummy.",real
9251,Enjoyed everything we had...will def. be returning!,real
14747,"My boyfriend and I were enjoying a nice stroll through the Northern Liberties last week when we stumbled upon North Third. I recalled reading several good reviews for it, so we decided to stop in for some light fare and a beer or two. When we entered the place, the first thing I noticed was the amount of light flooding the room. Also, I'm a sucker for exposed brick, so I was quite charmed by its appearance. There were a number of strange things adorning the walls that kept my attention while I was waiting for our food to arrive (that isn't to say that the food took a long time to come out, because it did not). We were greeted immediately when we walked in the door and seated by a pleasant hostess right by the wide-open window. It was a beautiful day, so it was nice to get a little of the outside inside. Our waiter came by less than a minute later to take our drink order. Since I'm not really a warm-weather-beer fan (wheat beer is definitely not my bag), their tap list wasn't all that intriguing to me. I won't fault them for that, though. They do offer Dogfish Head 60-Minute IPA and Sly Fox O'Reily's Stout as standards, which perked me up a bit, though in the end I decided on a Bell's Two-Hearted Ale, since you can never go wrong with that. After dropping off our beers, our waiter took our order. I chose the Tuna Burger and my boyfriend ordered the Pulled Pork Sandwich. We were both pretty impressed with the quality of the food. My tuna burger was moist, perfectly spiced, and delicious (not to mention that it must have been at least half a pound), and I loved the wasabi mayo! Like Meg noted, the fries weren't great, but they were edible at the very least. (I was glad they weren't that good, because there were far too many on my plate and I would have eaten way more than necessary if they had been better.) My boyfriend enjoyed his pulled pork and also commented on the huge portion. Needless to say, we didn't have to worry about lunch the next day. Overall, a solid performance from North Third. I wasn't blown away, but I will definitely be back to give it another go.",real
14258,"Went on Christmas Eve 2009.  Got there early, which was good, as it filled up 30 minutes after we got there. Clean, orderly place.  Neighborhood is a bit sketchy, so be careful walking, particularly on side streets. Service was friendly and efficient. Food was excellent.  I got spring rolls - fantastic.  Unlike any I've had elsewhere. I got the vermicilli noodle bowl with various barbecue meat toppings.  Absolutely delicious.  Meat barbecue flavors I'd never tasted, plus some crisp and cold vegetables thrown in for contrast.   Sorry, can't remember what my dining partner got, but he thought his was excellent as well.   Very inexpensive, for what you get.  Again, very clean, which I really like in a restaurant. Only thing I wasn't crazed about was the Vietnamese iced coffee.  It was expensive, for a small glass with no refills, and it was really no different than many iced coffees I've had elsewhere. I would definitely go back.",real
24517,"3.5 stars.. Obviously, this place is mainly for the UPenn crowd, but you'll find graduate students and other older people here too.. so it's still within reach of my age demography and I don't feel TOO old coming here. Anyway, this isn't the bar where things are happening, but I actually really like this place because they do have a large beer list and it's constantly changing.  To me the beer prices are also reasonable and I've been able to find a lot of beers I haven't been able to find elsewhere here, like Kwak, Raison d'être, etc.  The food is pretty good for a small bar too, and that menu changes periodically too.  It's no culinary masterpiece, but a large enough selection with almost half the menu being vegetarian-friendly.  That makes this place a constant on the local bars we go to.  Plus, the waiters and waitresses are usually pretty caught up on what beers on the large list they have, and can usually make good recommendations if you're not sure what you want.",real
36026,"fairmount pizza is my go-to place when on my way home from the bar or too lazy to cook. I always get the food to go, as I live nearby. Most of their to-go food is packaged in styrofoam, so skip the fries...they will be a soggy mess by the time you get them home. I used to die for their Buffalo Chicken Rustic Sandwiches, but last time i had it, it was just a chicken breast with buffalo sauce on a roll. Definitely failed on that one, they should have stuck with the original. Bottom line - if you're getting home from the bar and you're hungry, or you're just too lazy to cook, grab a pizza and some apps (again, not the fries. The mozzarella sticks arent great either) then this place will do the trick. Breakfast menu could be improved by adding a couple of sides, like hash brown patties to the menu. Its basic, convenient food. Not great, but not disgusting either.",real
30217,"The thing I love about this place is that it offers a bit of everything for everyone and does everything well. Usually you get a watered down experience of a place that tries to take on too much. Silk City has a way cool beer garden that works for happy hour, casual dinner and brunch. It also has a club vibe inside where you can dance your ass off all night. Go anytime, you're sure to go back.",real
30633,"I have to say that this was one of the most refreshing dining experiences I've had in Park Slope since moving here almost 2 years ago. I'd walked by GFT&M a bunch of times and last week in the spirit of the new year, we decided to call up and find out what their ""vegetarian board"" was all about. Usually a restaurant like GFT&M isn't accessible because the menu is mostly meat and the veg options are always something like sauteed vegetables and couscous. Really!? Vegetarians are more than couscous! I digress. When I spoke to a waitress she was so excited to tell me about the vegetarian board, so we decided to try it. It's a cute space, on one side lined with shelves of ingredients, from the outside, almost looks like a coffeeshop. Very warm and friendly. Our waitress (who I'd called earlier) was so excited that we actually came in. We gave her some feedback (e.g. I like mushrooms!) and then waited until a meal was served. While we waited, they brought some olives and bread to nosh - yum. Then the entrees came, two glorious boards full of grains, vegetables and more!  Both entirely unique and beautifully presented: Board 1: marinated oyster mushrooms, sauteed bok choy, this mouth watering squash gratin (god i want to eat that again!), a veggie tamale, mole sauce and salsa verde, roasted potatoes Board 2: delicious faro and bean salad, grilled brussel sprouts, jasmine rice with horseradish greens, lentil soup, a take on mashed potatoes It was like an eating expedition, traveling from each end of the board discovering new tastes, textures and aromas! And - the best part is that the next time we go, it'll be a totally different experience. We enjoyed ourselves so much, that we decided to get the chocolate mousse - and that was a grand idea, it was delicious. It's hard to get a meal where vegetables and grains get first billing and you can get excited about a meal, in a city full of restaurants claiming to really understand a vegetarian palette, but GFT&M seriously gets it.",real
31762,"This place is deceiving! It's aesthetically pleasing to the eye in a ""foody chic"" manner, however, the food is awful, unhealthy, flavorless and most of all a big gimmick. In addition, this ""commune"" is way overpriced! The food was okay at one point, but fell off. Most of the time I walk in, look around, read the lame overpriced menu and opt to walk over to Brancaccio's for some good food. The service at the commune is snobby and pretentious. Always disappointing.",real
26034,"I hate saxophones. I really do. They ruin perfectly good pop songs and turn an otherwise sexy Rob Lowe into a total dork (see: ""St. Elmo's Fire""...on second thought, don't). However, the saxophone player at Jadis is great and the unobtrusive live music adds to the vintage, dark wood decor and old-world-cool atmosphere. I've been to Jadis three times, twice for pre-Bowery Ballroom shows with my best friend and most recently for a birthday party. Each time was different, but I always found myself delightfully wasted on Riesling and Prosecco (i know, my sweet tooth embarrasses me too) by the end of the night. The waitress are helpful and really know their wines, and the kitchen's careful selection of panini and quiches make for perfect, indulgent snacks. Highly recommended for romantic dates, parties, and any other situations where you want to be able to hear the person next to you. Call ahead to reserve the chic leather seating in the back room!",real
33906,"Deliciously Amazing! When I'm in town for work this is the place we MUST go! A huge selection of margaritas & mojitos as well as delicious sangria. But of course the most important part - the BURRITOS! My lord are they delicious. And huge! A large selection of meat choices to choose from as well as the tasty rice & beans. But don't forget to add guac - Yum! Located in a quirky little neighborhood with a great vibe. We've always had knowledgeable, attentive wait staff every time we've been. Definitely a don't miss spot!",real
21909,"Tiny, hidden away jewel in e. vil! it's un-categorizable. the chef uses his indian background to manipulate spices and palate combinations you would never find anywhere else. it's imaginative and lovely, cozy decor inside. tried green mango paneer - so subtle yet so fragrant. watermelon feta salad - unbelievable. the mint sorbet works so well with the watermelon and feta chili pork dumplings - these were maybe the only ordinary thing about the place braised pork buns - fresh apricot chutney is really tops off this amazing dish green chili shrimp - succulent. the tiny little green chilis werent as spicy as expected, delicious in fact duck portobello gratinee - explosion of flavor in your mouth dessert - taragon fruit salad (pineapples and grapes, presumably frozen) with vodka or tequila infused sorbet. you'll want to eat this all day",real
46223,"One of the better and true Southern Italian style of cooking restaurants in North Jersey.  Delicious and classic home-made pasta dishes.  Reasonably priced, and the Chef is very friendly and makes sure everyone is satisfied with their dishes, overall great service. .",real
23456,"What can be said that hasn't been said before? It's just not my style. Do you like to have people screaming at you...or wait, even better, do you want to wait in line for 45 minutes, to have people bark at you when your party is ready to be seated, have a waiter speak VERY LOUDLY to you, and for you to yell back and forth at the person sitting directly across from you? It's loud as fuck, food is just mediocre at best, they rush you, and there is never a point in time when you can just sit, relax, and enjoy your damn 12 dollar sangria. For what its worth, its almost a novelty of Montclair, so you kind of have to go and decide if you like it or not.  Personally, if it wasn't for the fact that I purposely slam my drinks in order to generate a quick buzz to cause unawareness to my surroundings, I would hate Cuban Petes...like, loathe it.  However, they never gave me shit about getting sloppy over my tapas, so I can not completely disregard its existence. The suckling pig is one of the best items on the menu.  Get that.",real
17847,"After several years (yes, you read right - years) of being thwarted for brunch here, I finally was able to snag a table for me and Susan N. to have...dinner. And whaddaya know - they serve breakfast all day. (insert Homer D'OH! here) I didn't have any of the delightful morning offerings, and instead opted for their Mahi Mahi and roasted veggies (I love roasted Brussels sprouts) and Susan N. got their Chicken and Waffles. After eying her plate for a few seconds, I promptly poached a buttermilk-battered-fried-to-perfection chicken wing and traded her some grilled asparagus. You might think that this was a poor trade-off, but them veggies were really, really tasty. We both had the blueberry and gin muddled cocktail. It was good, but while I liked the blueberries...maybe remove some of the macerated fruit so it's less like drinking, well, macerated fruit. I am happy I finally made it here, I'm happy that it wasn't crowded and that the food was as good as the lines down the block in the mornings made it out to be. I'm a fan!",real
47139,"In a neighborhood with more Thai restaurants than bodegas, OBAO stands above most. Authentic, tasty Thai food complemented by beautiful decor (in which you would expect to see at far more expensive restaurants) makes this place stand out. Friendly waitstaff rounds it out as a great yet easy-on-the-wallet date spot. +1 for having the best bowl of pho north of Houston St.",real
25756,"Go down some steps to a windowed brick walled basement cafe.   Perhaps touristy for locals kind of place. Wines starting at $7 and a small simple menu of quiches ($11) sandwiches ($10) meats (like duck rilette) and cheeses (like Camembert) about $8 each or 4 for $20.  The staff of pretty French girls tended to me well, while holding conversation amongst themselves, polishing wine glasses and sipping some as well.   It was all quit relaxing and enjoyable. My leek and gruyere quiche was buttery and delicious.  My tab was $34 for 3 glasses of wine and quiche.   Nicely chill on a Saturday night.",real
29710,Excellent cupcakes!,real
27907,"Things you wish you could un-see (but can't): 1.  'The Ring' 2.  Walking in on a familial unit engaging in coitus 3.  Observing the kitchen staff of Buttermilk Channel par-frying their chicken and storing the fowl uncovered in a dingy bus tub on the kitchen counter - in plain sight of the restrooms. The chicken and waffles were a pedestrian preparation - a bit too heavy handed with the breading, and a bit burnt from using fryer oil well past its prime.   But after visiting the loo and observing that blatant DOH violation, my mind only registered flavor notes redolent of dirty dishes, air born microorganisms, and cut-corners in the kitchen.",real
39762,"The reviews by John, Allison and Janelle are enough to give me indigestion.  Fortunately, the food does not. John should stick with pizza places.  He doesn't seem to appreciate good Italian cooking. Allison's review is unbalanced.  What makes a homey Italian cuisine with three venues ""weird?""  It sounds like she just had a bad day. I don't even know what to make of Janelle's review that goes back 22 months.  She probably had her own beef!   I've had the pleasure of eating at Marzullo's for three years, at least once a week and usually more often.  The staff is always pleasant, the service has never been a problem, and the food is always delicious.  I've eaten everything from the pizza, wraps, paninnis and salads to the pastas, main entrees and house specialties, and have enjoyed them all., If you want to feel like one of the family, no problem.  It's like eating at home.  And Rafaelle always makes you feel like family. tmc710",fake
7013,"This has to be one of the worst Lobster Mac & Cheeses I've ever had--or Mac & Cheese of any type for that matter. They swore it was one of their best sellers, but I doubt it's a repeat order for most. Two other people ordered it at the table too and were just as disappointed. No one finished more than half of their order.  The chives were overpowering, lobster was okay, but the cheese tasted like cream cheese and the use of orzo as the pasta just made it into a casserole and there wasn't enough texture.  If Kraft Mac & Cheese is a 5 on a scale of 1-10, this falls below that. Other tables agreed, it sounded better than it was.  It definitely wasn't worth the money.  The rest of the food was okay (passable for an inexpensive chain restaurant), but they definitely don't know what type of restaurant they want to be based on the menu. Before that, we reserved a table for 10 and still had a 30-minute wait once we got there.  Also, the decor is ridiculous with shag carpet over the bar, retro lights, and bathroom tile on the walls. The waitress also raved that it was done by some designer from Los Angeles, but the guy must have been either washed up or high as a kite because this place makes no sense. I'll not be going back and I'd suggest others not bother... Unless you're from Restaurant: Impossible.  This place could use some help.",real
9921,The white dog cafe is a quaint little cafe that offers a delicious menu and cozy atmosphere. They no longer have bottomless drink options but they did lower the price to make up for it. The prices may be a little steep for a breakfast stop but it's well worth it. Everyone in my group enjoyed their meals. Our waitress was adorable and nice. The decor is very cute and interesting. It's definitely worth checking out!,real
31787,"Beyond the great people, service and sustainable & local specialty dishes, Brooklyn Commune is heavily involved in the community, hosting events for children and families, supporting local artists and food producers, and serving as a CSA pickup for the neighborhood. I don't know the owners personally, although it's apparent that they're passionate about creating a great place for everyone to enjoy - not just another hipster hangout. The prices are a bit more than what you might expect for most Windsor Terrace establishments, but I personally feel that they're more than reasonable considering the great offerings that Brooklyn Commune brings to this neighborhood. A few other things to note: -No wifi -Outdoor seating is available on nice days -Spacious inside, including the bathroom -Music varies from day to day and plays at a moderate volume level -Bring-your-own beer/wine",real
22534,"This review gets 1 star ONLY because 0 stars is not an option. And I am SOLELY basing this review from my initial reaction to the place since it set the mood for my whole dining experience. First impressions really set the tone and the owner made it clear that this WAS NOT going to be an enjoyable experience. I can understand an hour wait time on a Saturday night. I can understand  a restaurant being crowded. What I CANNOT understand is an owner taking charge of the seating on his own and telling off customers and refusing to seat people until their wait time they were told was reached, EVEN IF THERE ARE TABLES AVAILABLE. Before I was even seated, a lady had asked the owner if her table was ready. He told her no. She asked him when it would be and he immediately got defensive and told her that ""The nicer you are to me, the nicer I am to you"". I couldn't hear what was said after that but a few seconds later he stormed off and she and her friends/family left the restaurant. I never saw an owner of an establishment get so loud and red in the face over a simple question. Well, our hour wait time was at it's 50 minute mark. We asked about our table. The owner told us that we were told an hour wait and we still had 30 minutes to go. The host marked down our names at the wrong time. We told him that the information was wrong and he began to tell us that his hosts write down our name and the time we gave our name and that they CAN'T be wrong. A couple waiting next to us had to complain for us and defended us telling the owner that we had been waiting for just about an hour. He then seated us right away but did not hesitate to state the obvious to us; that he was ""going crazy"". He was not the only one going crazy. I was going crazy. The music was so loud that I felt like I was at a concert. The place could not handle the amount of people that were there and I was seated in an awkward spot with my chest at my table and my back practically touching the table next to us. The food was served quick. It seemed that everyone that I was with enjoyed it. But I have to say that after waiting an hour, we dined and dashed as quick as possible. The music makes you want to leave. You cannot have a conversation with friends at this place. And PLEASE do not tell them it's your birthday. The drums and the whistling from the little song number the staff does is louder than the music and I HIGHLY suggest you bring ear plugs to block some of the sound out. I just can't believe that as many people where there as there were. With this owner, I feel bad that people spend their money here and support his ways and the bad way he probably treats his staff. NEEDS A NEW OWNER WITH A BETTER ATTITUDE TOWARDS CUSTOMERS.",fake
1065,the food is mediocre and the price is high. I would go to somewhere else to get a better deal for my bucks,fake
17704,"I chose the very last day of February to take part in Pancake Month at Clinton St. Baking Company and I chose what seems like the most popular pancake selection on the menu: blueberry pancakes. What does that say about me? Oh, just that I'm a procrastinator who wants to believe the hype. And now I'm a believer. I have never been here before until now. It's so cute and so very small! Sweet or savory, I could have gone either way but I did choose the pancakes but the other half of my stomach wanted grits, potatoes and other feel good food.  My friend ordered the Chocolate Chunk pancakes which also had raspberries. Great for chocolate lovers! My blueberry pancakes were very delicious and the maple butter was to die for (and probably made the pancakes a zillion times better). You'll see me coming back for brunch and braving the wait for a table! Good thing it's in a great neighborhood with tons of stores to check out while you wait.",real
21198,"I went here with my boyfriend for my birthday dinner last year.  I fell in love with the place as soon as we walked into the garden area.  The lighting was so romantic!  In some restaurants your seats are literally on top of the people next to you... and you feel like your dining with complete strangers.  That was not the case at Uva.  We ordered a bottle of wine, a meat & cheese dish, and enjoyed each others company.  I ordered a chicken and prosciutto dish as my entree, my boyfriend got the homemade pasta.  Both dishes were delicious.  I had such a great time that I still talk about the place and how perfect everything was.  I highly recommend to all couples.",real
36506,"Good coffee, served ""traditional"" (small cups) which is just how I like it. Service was nothing to write home about. Slow (deliberate?), neither friendly nor unfriendly.",real
33983,"BFF and I were in mood for Mexican, so headed from Delco, through airport traffic, bridge traffic, to exit Broad St. from 95 to get us some. It was well worth the effort! I scored a perfect parking spot which can be a challenge in the Passyunk Ave. area these days and since it was pretty hot we went inside to the bar to sit. OK, bar was a little bit on the dark and dingy side and was a little loud for my old ears, but everything else made up for it. We started off with a Marguarita ($5 - must have been happy hour) which was for me, slightly weak and tart, but that's just my taste, friend loved hers. So I just ordered a shot of teq and a shot of simple syrup which fixed that problem for me. Then the gratis chips and 2 types of salsa came out - ummm, then an order of guac $8 for 2 nice scoops of pretty good guac. Chips tasted freshly made. For whatever reason (garlic craving?) we got the Garlic Kale. It was interesting. Not sure I like Kale, but was still good. Then we shared a mahi mahi burrito (with a side of sour cream) which was delicious. It came out looking like a tinfoil wrapped Philly cheesesteak. Friend took about a third of it home for lunch today. Several nice beers on tap - I had a Dos Equis, friend had a lager I never heard of. Cold and fresh from the tap. Bartenders were good, guy who brought food good. All that for about $58 total which included the (pretty generous) tip. The outside seating was completely full and appeared to be a really nice place to eat. I highly recommend this place.",real
10814,"I popped in here after my acupuncture appointment this afternoon across the street. I had some place to be that was a 5 minute walk, but I had 40 minutes until I had to be there. It was a nice place to come in from the cold, enjoy a hot green tea, and read on my kindle. Other than that, pretty meh. One vegan option in the baked goods section. No vegan options on the menu (though some vegetarian ones that I guess the cheese could be eliminated, though when I asked, the girl waiting on me was less than helpful). I won't go out of my way to come here again, but if I'm running early to acupuncture or to someplace nearby post-acupuncture, it's a good enough place to spend some time.",real
46305,"LOVE the new space. It wasn't too overly packed when I came in for my weekly grit fix. Gets tight when a few people are waiting and that was just about 6 of us. Oh well. It's worth it for the deliciousness that awaits my tastebuds. The squash, egg & avocado combo really is sublime.",real
21006,"Who can resist a glass of wine and eating al fresco on an early spring evening? Well, not this gal. I saw Uva was one of the few places that had an available outdoor table so I asked to be seated immediately. The outdoor ambiance was nice, the wine was fine (not knock your socks off, just fine - I had the uva merlot) and the polenta was so rich I could hardly finish it. The servers were constantly hovering, not pushy just overly-present, which kind of took away from the relaxing meal I was looking for... Overall, I'd probably go back but skip the meal and just order a bottle of wine to go with the yummy bread and olive oil.",real
18099,"i really want to give clinton st baking co 4 stars (i rarely give out 5 so 4 is as good as it gets) but i cannot. my disclaimer is, however, that i am not much of a pancake gal so i didn't order the blueberry pancakes everyone raves about. i had the biscuit sandwich which was solid but nothing over the top. others in my party had the farmer's breakfast, grilled chicken sandwich, and salmon benedict. everyone was happy and satisfied but noone raved about it afterwards. mayhaps i will return and give CSBC the opportunity to make me a blueberry pancake convert.. but i certainly will not wait the ridiculous amount of time a weekend visit would require.",real
44011,"I just adore the Monde (and it's hilariously pronounced Mahn-dee by the locals).  It's my neighborhood spot and I'm so lucky for it.  Breakfast sandwiches for under $4.00 and if you get egg whites - they make them out of egg whites from fresh cracked eggs, not that yucky box.  Dig that. Plus the other stuff the other people said about the nice staff and good selection of beers. Also, West Rittenhouse pro-tip, they are ALWAYS open on holidays and snow storms.  This is crazy, and no fun for the employees I'm sure, but it sure is helpful when you run out of butter on Thanksgiving.",real
34377,"Great coffee, and ""The Kitchen Sink"" is so good.  I couldn't finish it myself.  It's served in a pan that keeps it hot the entire time you're eating.  Scrambled eggs, bomb home fries, onions, peppers, cheese, topped with a biscuit and gravy.  Pure ridiculousness.  The menu is really tight.",fake
7717,"Fabulous food & wine, great service, beautiful decor without being over the top, and reasonably priced. Now, this is a restaurant worth trying in NY!",real
24017,Hands down best rodizio in the area!!!! Staff is very attentive. Highly recommend this place. You will not be disappointed!,real
49274,"My husband's family has been celebrating special events at the Appian Way for several decades now and after my engagement party I completely understand why. From start to finish every detail was taken care of so all I had to do was enjoy the party. I choose peach as my party color and I walked in the door to a glittering peach palace. The buffet was gigantic and impressively displayed. The service was great and the bar tender kept pace with my very thirsty crowd. Once the dancing started the peach lights gave way to a multi colored show that enhanced the party atmosphere and made for some spectacular photos. Our personalized cupcake tower was almost too beautiful to eat but was impressively, equally delicious. Our diverse group of guests were all blown away. I can not recommend this venue highly enough. Thank you for a wonderful party my friends and family will remember forever.",real
13008,"I went to this place with some friends and had mixed experiences, I had a tuna ragu which might sound weird for some Italians, and it wasn't very good (3.5) but my friends beef with Provence herbs and potatoes was very good (4.5), it was cooked perfectly, and tested great, the only thing missing to give it a five star review was texture, it wasn't as soft as I hoped it was going to be. Overall this place is good for a week night with friends.",real
11334,This place is intimate and service was great. The waiters are knowledgeable and the food was out of this world. Everything was so fresh. I highly recommend the duck and fried chicken !!,real
47824,"I'm only a fan because of the Ropa Vieja, very tasty and the meat was tender, overall very flavorful. Plantain chips at the table in my opinion was over done and just ok, didn't come with salt. The Flan is great and the cafe con leche was great as well. Nice place.",real
37481,"Dined here this past weekend and really enjoyed the experience.  Although the place is small and the tables are right on top of each other, the ambiance is laid back and the staff is very friendly.   Although complimentary bread is typical at Itallian restaurants, Piccolo Angolo took it one step further and provided both regular Italian bread AND garlic bread on the house.  The garlic bread was AMAZING, although I would not recommend partaking if you are on a date - especially a first, second or even third date.  That stuff is STRONG!   Between my five friends, we shared the Tricolor salad, the Capresse Salad and the artichoke heart appetizers.  All were delicious.   For my main course, I chose the rigatoni alla vokda.  It was prepared al dente without being too hard and the ""cream"" portion of the sauce was very subtle so I didn't feel too guilty about it.  My friends had the lobster cannoli, chicken parmesan and eggplant paramesan and everyone was pleased. The only reason I did not give this restaurant 4 stars is that I had a very bad stomach ache when I got home as did at least one of my friends.  As a result, I am slightly hesitant to rush back.",real
33502,"I just experienced robbery by the owner.  A friend and I wanted a light meal, nothing too big, so we decided to stop in and split an entree and an appetizer - something normal people do at restaurants all over the world.  We aren't cheap, just didn't feel like downing 2,000 calories each.   When presented with the check, we see an additional $8.00.  I ask if they accidentally added on a dessert or something, and the owner points to some fine print on the menu that says ""$8 sharing fee"" and says I should have read it. One, this isn't a credit card, I don't need to read the menu front to back to look for tricks like that.  Two, the waitress didn't bother to tell us.   I don't care about $8, I'm writing this because the owner could care less about customer service and who knows what other cheap tricks he has up his sleeve.   Give your money to good people, not to hustlers.  And the food is good but overrated.",fake
4707,"This place is the shiz, you get orange slices and cookies BEFORE your meal! It's a historic kind of place, don't expect fine dinning, just good honest grub",real
23190,"Although I enjoyed the food and atmosphere of Cuban Pete's be WARNED if you go on a Friday or Saturday night, especially in the summer. I contacted the restaurant earlier in the week to see if I could make a weekend reservation, but it seems they do not take reservations for busy times. When we arrived we made our way through the extremely hectic outside area to a small hallway that connected the indoor restaurant from the outside. This hallway area was filled with people waiting to be seated and posed a semi-dangerous situation. The small area was filled with people AND had the wait staff scurrying back and forth with plates of food, sangria pitchers, and stacks of glasses. Several times there were near collisions between waiters and patrons. I was anticipating black beans to fly in the air at some point because a crash of bodies seemed imminent. The wait area situation is really my only gripe with the restaurant. The service was quick and friendly once we were seated and the food was tasty and quite reasonable. I appreciated the BYOB that is used to create sangria. I recommend getting a few tapas if you are with a group. The chorizo in red wine was probably the best appetizer we ordered, but the ham croquetas, spinach empanadas (small), and meat dumpling (two large dumplings) were also good. My ropa vieja was the most flavorful version I've had at a restaurant. I also loved the sweet plantains! Cuban Pete's is a very reasonably priced restaurant with very good food, but I would not return during the busy nights/time blocks again unless the restaurant changed their wait policy/area. I'll be going on off nights from now on.",real
9352,"The $1 miller high lifes during happy hour are great. We had the chickpeas (a good snack to munch on w/ beer), sisig (not impressed), fried oysters (not bad but small and not enough of them), coconut rice (yum!), pork ribs (really good - falling off the none and flavorful), and market veg (so-so). I had the michelada (pretty good kick but lost its punch halfway through) and my cousin had the coconut drink which was good for trying just once. All in all a chill place and a repeat if I'm I'm the area and want somewhere easy to go to.",real
1058,"Long trip from Brooklyn NY, to find out this place was more of a big media trap than a great tasty steak sandwich. The meat was dry I had to add ketchup to it. Usually a Philly cheese steak is juicy with peppers onions and cheese! This place is missing the basics. I can make a better one on my own! The cheese fries were good. I wish i read the reviews before I drove there. The best part of this place is that the service is fast, fast enough to taste my sad sandwich.",fake
46207,Definitely a cut above many of the other local Italian eateries.,real
7391,"i've been here 2 dozen times. always a fun time. it's a great chill place to go with a bunch of friends, or a one-on-one date. the atmosphere is by far my fave stephen starr place. the drinks...well, the martinis speak for themselves. the beer menu stinks, but you can't have it all...or can you? the rbnv's can be less pricey. really, $10, really?? the food: cheesesteak eggrolls: B+, the lobster mac-n-chesse, A-. there's a sh*t ton of great munchos and dinner options on their menu. probably my favorite friday night hot spot",real
591,"Great food, very nice establishment and beautiful.",real
17642,"I came in here half expecting this place to be over-hyped, but i was proven to be SO WRONG. The blueberry pancakes with maple butter will seriously change your life! The pancakes were served piping hot, and had the perfect fluff and consistency. The maple butter really makes the entire thing ridiculously amazing. I mean, I don't even really love pancakes that much, nor do I like blueberry in my pancakes, but it was really probably one of the best things I ate in NY. I was really stuffed about half way through my stack, but i finished it all anyways because I just couldn't get enough! I also had the sugar-cured bacon, and that was also crispy and delicious. The pancakes were the star of the show though. I was lucky to visit during the weekday, so the wait was nothing terrible. Absolute MUST eat in NY! [Cash Only!]",real
47351,"I don't know why others feel differently, but we came here after being dejected by the long waits at Bella's, and were glad for it!  Our waiter Eric was great, the frittatas were great, and the price was great!! No wait, comfy ambience, not packed like sardines, and no rush out the door. We will surely be back.",real
20624,"My friend and I saw this restaurant with 4 stars on yelp so we went here but only found the food is disappointing! Only the eggplant dish is good, all the others, salmon, must-dish, is about average at most!",real
43099,"Dark Chocolate. Milk Chocolate. White Chocolate. Max Brenner's is about as close as it comes to creating a real life Willy Wonka World. I come here for dessert only. This is a very good dessert spot and meets your chocolate fix. The inventive chocolate desserts are rich and delicious.  Avoid the regular food menu, eat dinner somewhere else then stop by here for dessert.  This place gets packed on weekend nights, mostly full of tourists.  I recommend bypassing the wait and sit at the bar, back and to the left of the restaurant.  The service is average.  The waitstaff seems to be comprised of a lot of young college students.  The chocolate dessert martinis are exceptional.  Some of the best alcoholic chocolate drinks I have ever had. The Tiramisu tastes exactly like what it is named for.  One thing I have learned is girls love chocolate, therefore girls love this place, therefore bring your date here and girls will love you.",real
21959,"The food and service here are amazing!  Our favorites were the green mango paneer (served with delicious toasty bread), duck with goat cheese, shrimp with bean sprouts, and the scallops.  The pork buns were OK, if you like milder flavors.  Our least favorite part of the meal was the dessert.  We tried the chocolate caviar cupcake (the caviar is chocolate-dipped rice puffs), which was good, but not on par with the rest of the food, and the strawberry almond truffle with pepper ice cream just wasn't for us (just didn't happen to like the way the truffle and pepper tasted with the cooked strawberries).   The restaurant space is really small (you'll probably be sharing a table with strangers), but very charming, and the staff are super-friendly.  Portions are small, so the price of a meal adds up quickly, but this a perfect place for a nice date night.",real
26618,One of the best brunch places in Philly. I'm a fan bc it is consistently good and the service is awesome!,real
38064,Attentive service.  Was ok. Everything was kinda stretching it...amount of meat for price they charge is a bit cray cray.  Not much Kalbi on a large bed of onions.  Had tastier tofu soup...flavor was just not all there.  Stir fry spicy octopus dish sat on very large tofu and lots of onions and peppers mixed in.  I would try another new place next.  This place was pretty busy though so it might b to your liking. Try it!,real
32049,"The talk of the town is the new place that opened up five blocks down my street. chicken and pork ribs combos with lots of rice & fries  serves 3-4 people and only  $ 9.99 per tray. However they do have other items that I personally enjoyed. The Revolution Cod Fish is very good, succulent cod broiled and buried in walls of mash potatoes drizzled with olive oil.  I had cod served in many different ways but never experienced it this way before. The other item I was pleasantly surprised was the empanadas. They come in a variety of flavors and/or filings such as Crab, Spinach, Ham & Cheese etc...  my favorites are Braised Beef & Spicy Chicken. The place is also BYOB.",real
11632,"Hands down, my absolute favorite restaurant in NYC, I am so happy they've moved to Park Slope.  This place is everything New York and I love coming here late night for some delicious wine and food.  The Steak Tartar is literally heaven is your mouth.  The trout salad is to die for. Everything about this place is amazing.  Great wine selection. No frills but its still a nice place. Great service and great ambiance.  You can be sitting next to a guy in a suit and right behind a guy with a flannel on.  What we all have in common?  We know where to go for the good stuff.",real
31665,"Other than Brauhaus Schmitz and maybe 1/2 of Frankford Hall Philly has been really missing out on the whole traditional German beer house concept. So when I was introduced to Bierstube's satisfying kielbasa, kraut, and spicy mustard while they were sampling out their food at Drink Philly during First Friday I was intrigued. Especially when I noticed that all the servers were wearing Eulogy shirts and was able to find out that they're under the same ownership. And when a member of the German Society of Pennsylvania who attended its first annual Bierfest gave it a good recommendation at another gallery, I knew that I was destined to give it a shot by the end of the night. And along with the expected monster glass of Franziskaner, it lead to me trying what might just be the craziest burger that I ever tried. You know that a place is a certifiable beer haven if its operated by the people behind Eulogy. And with it being the German to Eulogy's Belgian; the Franziskaner, Spaten, and Weihenstephan is ever flowing. And along with the 19-20 beers on tap it has at least 100 bottles and cans to imbibe upon. the only real issue I had was that the prices on the menu in the restaurant reflected differently than the actual prices on the website by upwards of $1. The prices are reasonable for what you get despite this, but if a price that you read inside looks a little too good to be true make note, and hopefully they'll change that. When it came to food I had a hard time deciding between going traditional with knackwurst or schnitzel, or giving a burger a shot. But even though it read like an artery clogger of a different color, the German burger sounded like something that had to be experienced. and its medium rare patty topped with munster cheese, sauerkraut, and fried knackwurst delivered a satisfying stupor with each bite. even though it does come with fries I opted to switch them out for a side of spaetzle which led to another satisfying bite of tradition. Overall Bierstube definitely added up to another fine addition to the Old City proper that should likely get better with age.",real
20052,Great place and great food! The cheese steak was fabulous! They were super friendly and gave us extra bread for our picky 4 year-old.,real
1875,"I'm personally a Pat's fan, but it's a cheesesteak so of course it's good! Pro tip: Know your order and have cash at the ready.",real
31036,"I came here on a late night with a girlfriend.  We were in the mood to stay in Brooklyn, but wanted to wine and dine (on cheese.)  We were walking around and stumbled upon this place.  It was quiet and emptying out when we got there.   Loved their long wooden cafeteria/picnic style tables.  It's rustic and charming; not pretentious at all.  We ordered a bottle of wine and a selection of cheeses.   I'd come here again to try their other wines and cheeses.",real
23940,Unassuming place just go in and be surprised. Food. Monster lobster double wipe goodness. Sluuurrrppp. If youve never had octopus have it here. Staff. will definitely spoil you. This is happy food in a happy place.,real
18514,"I can't figure out what all the hype is about after having experienced some terrible service. I can understand the long wait, one of the hazards of going to this joint that everyone keeps mentioning, but when you're the very next group on the list...and the hostess mentions this when you walk in...and comes out to confirm that you're still there...I believe you can understand my outrage when she completely skips us for another group the same size. My friends and I were camping right next to the door because it was raining, and when the hostess comes out she walks right past us and grabs a group from across the street. Wonderful. The food itself also wasn't worth it. A friend of mine ordered the eggs benedict and it came out pretty much hard boiled.",real
19875,Pretty good cheesesteak. The beef was really what made this one shine. If I could take the beef from this place and the sesame bread from johns roast pork you would have the perfect cheesesteak.,real
31582,"I was such a huge fan of this place, unfortunately my experience tonight was a complete joke! I have been to Bierstube a couple times before and I LOVE getting a boot to drink my beer out of. I brought my father and sister here to celebrate my dads birthday. First our waitress didn't even introduce herself to us. We asked to sample a beer before we committed to a boot of it and she said ""it will take a while but I'll be back with it."" Whatever, we kindly didn't like the beer we sampled and picked one we liked and she asked if we still wanted it as a boot and I said yes please! First she hands my sister her Hoegarden and says ""here is your hoe hehehehe"" laughing at her own joke. Then she comes back with a pitcher and 2 glasses and I kindly say that I asked if I could have it in a boot, she picks up the menu and says ""let me explain our menu to you"" and proceeds to talk down to me as if I am an idiot and tells me what I can and cannot get in a boot or pitcher. Needless to say I kindly said yep thanks and went to the bar after we finished our pitcher and they gladly gave me a boot of the beer I asked for with no issues. While I was at the bar she came back to the table and was angry and asked my father and sister why I was over there getting a beer when we had sit down service. So I am happy with my boot at the table, and she comes by asking me if we wanted to put in a food order. I said oh I am sorry we gave you our food order when you initially took our drink order. She said she put in a lot of orders at the time and forgot we put in our food order. Whatever. She brought us our food, and it didn't look like the burgers we ordered but they are all effing delicious to we started putting our ketchup on our fries and our burger, she came back and said oh I gave you guys the wrong food, let me take these back. It couldn't start to become any more of a joke. She then came back with our right order and proceeded to not check up on us or follow up with how our food was. Her service was absolutely horrible and a joke. I can't do anything but laugh about it now horrendous she was now that I am typing about it. I don't know if she was knew, being overextended, or just straight up dumb. The only saving grace is that the food here is still delicious and the beer was good. I will still come back, just making sure she wont be waiting on me hahaha. I hate to play this card, but I work in the food service industry as well and I know if I offered any sort of service that she offered us tonight, I would be fired on the spot All I care about is that I got my boot, even if I had to go over my waitress head. Acting all as if you cant pour a beer into a boot shaped glass instead of a pitcher hahaha. See ya next time Bierstube (hopefully with a much better service).",real
41109,"5 stars for the pork shank; 3 stars for everything else. The pork shank is everything pork should be: supremely tender, crispy skin, smooth tomato sauce. The thing is, it's only a special, not a permanent addition to the menu. It's also huge, with enough for at least 2 people. Without a guarantee that the pork shank is on the menu, I wouldn't venture out deep into Alphabet City for Cafecito. The rest of the food options were good, but some were flawed. The tostones weren't crispy enough for my liking and the bocaditos appetizer had too much garlicky sauce (though it is a good sauce). The fried chicken is decent, but could use something to add texture or additional flavors, like stirfried onions or some lime.",real
1667,"My first authentic Philly Cheesesteak experience was SO GOOD. We were freezing but so hungry, and we were a little shocked at first to find that the only seating that there was was the benches outside. Mind you, it was like 20 degrees and there were 2 women sitting on the bench eating like it was no big deal - I thought that was awesome. The guy at the second (fry) window was so helpful. I asked what we were supposed to do and he told me just how to order what I wanted so I didn't look like an idiot. He also directed us over to the bar across the street (The Garage) so that we could sit inside and eat our food. Each of our sandwiches were amazing. Perfect little strips of steak, cheese wiz (which I thought I was going to hate, but there's seriously no other way that you should order this sandwich), and onions. Bread was perfectly toasted and didn't get soggy right away - gotta eat it fast! I will likely try the rival place across the street (Pat's?) before I return, just for good measure. But as far as I know, if Geno's was the only PCS place to exist, I'd be in trouble if I lived in South Philly.",real
7763,"It's been a year since my sister and I first visited Pylos.  Service remains impeccable.   Décor is very nice.  First visit we sat I the front which was nice enough.  Today I walked towards the back where the seating area opens up just a bit.  There is a large marble table which might serve as a bar but more likely is only used for large groups.  Mirrors make the space look more open. Background music was a mix of Greek inspired tunes and light jazz. We shared the fried zucchini which was very nice as a starter.  My sister had the lamb chops - four chops, a good portion - and cooked properly.  I had the scallop appetizer as my main course; I asked if they could change up the scallops to more of an entrée but the waiter said no. But in any case the scallops could have been cooked a bit better - I would not order them again. For both my sister and myself, the salad was disappointing - I make better salad dressing at home. Good espresso.  We shared a bottle of the ""Atlantis"" santorini; acceptable but very ordinary. I would not order it again.  Too bad since the santorini which we ordered last year at the same price point was very good. Still, I like this place very much. We will be back.",real
513,"Came here for a merienda of sorts, on a Sunday afternoon (around 4:00). GREAT SERVICE, which I think is still the case, even when we're not the only patrons in the restaurant. The food was absolutely amazing. We ordered the bacalao, piquillo peppers stuffed with salted cod, fried goat cheese and prosciutto on toast and calamari in its own ink, and everything tasted to perfection! The flavor was rich but not overbearing (as should be the case with tapas), the quantity was great (we ordered for 7 people), the texture of everything was just right! We also ordered pitchers of the blueberry pomegranate champagne sangria, which I definitely recommend. No complaints here! Will definitely return!",real
31425,Intense dinner. Can't go wrong with anything cheese-based here. Huge portions. I really enjoyed my Mac & Cheese as well as tastings of my pals' burger/steak/fries. Had a crazy pork belly on waffle dessert (as well as chocolate pudding) to end the meal. Perfection.,real
39201,"Yum!  This is my kind of place: a hole-in-the-wall Mexican taqueria.  The kind of place where you can get a lot of food for cheap.  The kind of place with delicious chili relleno and tamales.  The kind of place that plays Telenovelas while you eat.  If you're intimidated by having to point at the menu because you don't speak Spanish, then don't come here, but to me that's usually is an indication that you're about to get something authentic...And you will at this place!",real
21403,"Good Bruchetta, nice wine list, cheeses, grapes (the crepes looked pretty good... ) never had desert here. Romance Factor:  9 Hobnob Potential:  5 Destination Rating:  5 Nice outdoor seating and friendly wait staff. Lovely place to lounge on a nice warm evening or late afternoon.",real
1007,"Not at all close to the hype on TV.  Went to Geno's as a first ever visit to Philly, but not impressed.  The servers were a bit rude and the cheese steak was ok, pretty skimpy on the steak for the price.  Get the wiz since otherwise the steak will be dry.  One other thing is why two windows one for steak and the other for fries and drinks?  What I liked about the place was the speak English sign...totally agree that is something that needs to be said more often.",fake
21736,"Had lunch there today, was YUM.  My Lunch Only date choose it and even though i will not see him again, i certainly would come back here again.  Chef Mehta is phenomenal and talented and the lack of space doesn't do him justice.",fake
29465,This place si quite exclusive and hard to find but that just makes it even cooler. Their cocktails and wine selection are very nice. The place is small and sits maybe 20-30 people max. We were a group of 7 so we got the tasting menu and it was delicious. We ended up very full and for the price we ate a lot. The service could have been slightly better. One of the waiters took forever to warm up. The vegetable fondue was fun to eat and pretty good. The uni croquette was outstanding. The beef sashimi was sooo good. The branzini was delicious. The mini burgers were amazing as well. The desert was good too. No complaints!! And the Japanese automated toilet was incredible. Don't get wild with the jets like I did or you'll get your pants wet (like I did).,real
48828,"This was my first time here during a normal work day lunch, and as is custom my coworker and I sat at the bar. There were service problems from the start. We had to talk to the hostess to even get menus and she seemed offended that we sat at the bar without talking to her. There was no dedicated bartender and everything seemed disjointed. The horrible service continued throughout the meal or well lack of service. The next complaint is the food. We got the hibachi lunch without actually sitting at the hibachi tables. Our food was cold by the time it got to our table and simply bland. I wouldn't recommend this for anyone who is looking for a decent quick lunch.",real
33387,"While visiting Burlington for the first time, I sought restaurants that specifically utilized seasonal cooking and locally sourced ingredients - from a cursory look at the menu Bluebird Tavern fit the bill to a T. My somewhat large party (6 adults, 2 kids) were accommodated quickly without a reservation which was a plus. The space is a bit dark, simply decorated and overall a nice ambiance. The fresh homemade focaccia bread that they start you off with is very nice and served in small, individual pans which is a nice touch. We ordered a variety of dishes including the burger, Atlantic cod and spaghetti, but here's the problem - the food is virtually unmemorable. I didn't dislike the food but I also didn't love it, it was just...ok...which in my opinion, is almost as bad as disliking it! Now in hindsight, the food is overpriced for what you get. We didn't stick around for dessert, instead opting for good ol' Ben & Jerry's. As an out-of-towner I'm hoping Bluebird Tavern isn't indicative of the Burlington food scene - kind of a downer unfortunately.",real
34348,"This was one of the most bizarre restaurant experiences that I have ever had. Long story short, I was served two glasses of milk--one servable but close to spoiling, one clearly sour to both of us eating. I wasn't comfortable eating French toast made with milk after that experience. According to the below, the manager tasted both glasses and found them to be fresh, so he left our meal as-is. I'm not going to call him a liar--maybe his sense of taste is overwhelmed after tasting food all the time, or there's some other issue where he honestly didn't notice. Also, it's true that I was getting emotional, so I can believe that he didn't want to come near the table. At any other restaurant, though, there would have been a number of customer service courtesies that weren't followed here: 1) Offer me an opportunity to order something else and let me pay for it; 2) Provide a small courtesy, like a free iced tea or something other than milk; 3) Comp some or all of my food. None of those things were followed here. Also, the last time I checked, isn't a restaurant supposed to err on the side of finding that the customer is right? And for the record, though the French toast tasted fine and I was hungry, I was too busy thinking about spoiled milk in the kitchen and the lack of a resolution to this to be happy with my experience. If I had to speculate as to what happened here, perhaps senior management is breathing down the manager's neck so much about maximizing profits or wasted food that he's reluctant to do anything. Since I'm a local, I'll probably go somewhere else next time. I'm posting my email, truncated for here, and his response. --- Dear Green Eggs: ...When my milk arrived, it was servable but slightly sour. I complained to another server who came to my table by mistake and asked for another glass of milk. My fiancee and I both agreed that the replacement was completely sour and spoiled.... When the manager came over to my table, he told me that he had tasted the first glass of milk himself when I sent it back and that it was fine. I told him that the second glass of milk was completely spoiled and that because French toast was made with milk, after two sour glasses of milk I felt like I didn't want to eat the French toast that I had ordered anymore. ... I was served the French toast that I originally ordered, and when the bill came, I was charged the full amount minus $3 for milk I didn't drink, $32.40. ... The message that you sent to me today is that you don't take your customers seriously... Joe --- Joe, I was actually the manager that you had the discussion with about the spoiled milk. First, I'd like to thank you for how well you handled the situation. I know that you may believe that you lost your cool, but I truly (and I told you at the table) don't believe that you did. Many customers would have been in my face attempting to physically harm me over the milk, but you used your words and treated me with respect, which I greatly appreciated. When you first came to the counter, you told me about your milk, which I was already told by Joy about. She brought over a small glass and the bottle to me and asked me to try it. I tried the milk, and inspected the date on the package. The ""Sell By"" date on the milk was for 10/20/14 and I tried the milk myself and it was not spoiled to my taste. I had the busboy bring up fresh milk and dump that container anyway, because that is a major issue, food poisoning can come very easily from those items. I tried the milk and inspected the date again, and it was to my standards. I understand your concern with this milk and the french toast milk being the same, but it is not. We use whole milk for our french toast and the Tiramisu French Toast that you ordered. This batter was checked in the morning for freshness by myself, the Chef de Cuisine, and his Sous Chef in our daily line check. After I removed the milk from the table, I went to check on your food to make sure that it was perfect, and again, to my standards, it was. I returned with Joy at the table and your fiance clearly didn't want us to keep coming back and discussing the matter with you. She was frustrated and I didn't want you both to have a terrible experience. After you received your food, I talked with Joy to make sure that everything was okay and she assured me that it was. I poked my head in the room, privately, to make sure that everything was going well and you seemed, to my eyes, to be enjoying your Tiramisu tremendously. I understand that maybe the milk wasn't to your liking, so I took it off, even though I believe that the milk was safe and okay to drink and I received no other complaints throughout the entire shift. Also, each time I left the table, I excused myself to check on either your complaint or your food or something directly related to your experience. I apologize for your experience and please feel free to email me back if you have any questions Franco C. Assistant General Mgr",fake
8562,"I saw some good reviews on YELP, and this place was so close to home I had to try. Now normally, I would have NEVER gotten out of my car when I saw it was attached to a Day's Inn, but I did. Normally I would have turned around when I walked into the dingy lobby, but I didn't. We walked through the bar area and were shown to a table. About 5-6 tables were occupied as well. Wait staff was pleasant. The menu had something for everyone, leaning toward Greek influence. We ordered a special app, was tasty, a ground beef with Mediterranean spices and pita points. Had the Greek salad, not the usual Greek salad preparation you are used to in New Jersey Diners, it was just OK , lettuce was a bit wilted. I prefer the standard preparation. Ordered the Lovers Nest  (for 2) lamb chops cooked to perfection, strip Steak, grilled shrimp. lobster tail, all done great, comes with 2 sides each, I had couscous and blue cheese creamed spinach, both good. The table also ordered Pork tenderloin, and Salmon - both to good reviews. So get past the location, get past the lobby and have a good meal. I was glad I did. Will return.",real
13376,Named an Inn but really only a Bar. They claim to be one of the oldest bars in NYC but they really aren't at all. If you read their history (which is on the back of their menu) you'll see that they might be one of the oldest buildings in New York with a rich history but the bar actually hasn't been there all that long. If you want to go to the oldest bar in the city you'll have to go to McSorley's. Ear Inn is a smelly dirty dive bar with very few redeeming qualities. I haven't had any of their food but great food would have to be the only real reason to earn anything beyond 3 stars.,real
9911,"I've been here twice before and it was nothing less of amazing each time. I recently went to brunch with friends on Saturday morning after a long and eventful night. It was my first time having brunch there but it definitely won't be the last. I love the atmosphere of the place. The decor is amazing and definitely adds to the experience. The staff is very attentive as well as friendly. All six of us ended up getting the eggs Benedict and Id have to say, it was mouth watering. The hollandaise sauce was the best I've had yet.",real
45837,"Decided to give this place a whirl last Thursday night with colleagues in town.  Small party, so we were hoping for an easy low-key evening.  Cookshop didn't disappoint.  Great service, cute waitstaff, and a nice open space helped make the evening even more enjoyable.   Try the bourbon cocktail listed on the menu.  It was wonderful.  The watermelon cocktail was also a pleasant surprise but I don't expect them to be serving it through autumn.  We tried a few small plates to start including the duck which was disappointing.  It reminded me of canned mackerel, unfortunately.  The consistency was just wrong.  Pork skins were amazing.  As for bigger dishes, we tried most of them but, interestingly enough, the steak seemed to be the clear winner.  Wine list was definitely worth a look and very reasonably priced.   I look forward to trying this place for brunch.  I suspect, from reading other reviews, that this is their strong suit.",real
42897,"Grabbed a late lunch during the week. They don't seem to offer a lunch menu. I got the Brenner Burger (med rare)- it was nothing special for what it cost. Also got a choc shake- I expected more for a place that is supposed to be a chocolate haven. I asked to sit at the bar.. The service I received from the person behind the bar almost left me feeling sorry for the restaurant. She barely knew what to recommend when I asked what signature dishes the restaurant had - and had to ask another person what their signature dessert was! She was all giggles with her other work buddies, but could barely make eye contact with me, let alone smile.  I usually tip 18-20% without problem because I realize the restaurant world can be grueling, but I had a hard time trying to find a reason to leave a tip.",real
33632,"Traditionally, when asked to sit at a restaurant, one should expect that a waiter or similar entity should approach within a few minutes in order to get drink orders or answer questions.  This did not occur.  We were seated and then ignored until we approached the register to place our order.  Honestly, this isn't a big deal but I figure it is worth mentioning as an addendum to the other service complaints. Their mango juice is pretty darn good and their chicken sish taouk sandwich is large and satisfying.  It was a little light on the sauce but that is forgiveable.  Sahara Grill is a fine place to go for a relatively inexpensive, decent lunch in the area.  If you have someone visiting from out of town and they say, ""I want a lunch that's just like other mediterranean places I'm used to.  I don't like when people get too zany with their cooking"" then this is the place for them! On the action-movie-parallel-satisfaction scale, Sahara Grill would be Arnold Schwarzenegger's Collateral Damage.",real
37291,"Great find! We were directed to ""Olde City"" during our time in Philly and after huge, expensive, dinners all week we decided to try Sassafras Thursday night. Highlights: - Our bench seats near the fireplace: Very nice! - Ostrich Burgers: Great! Unique choices of cheese and toppings. I ordered mine with red peppers and feta cheese I believe. There are definitely more unique cheese choices on the menu, however. - Sweet Potato Fries: Nice - BEER!: Great beer choices here! All on-tap...loved it. Seems like somewhat of a great place to know about in the city. I would come here for a nice unique dinner date or just for a few drinks of some unique/hard to find at a bar beer.",real
28004,"3 1/4 stars. This is my gf's favorite restaurant. I think it's because it has the word ""Butter"" it in. I'm convinced that any restaurant with the word ""Butter"" in its name automatically gives it a more favorable view among people over restaurants without. I mean come on, who doesn't love butter? But does the food actually live up the the goodness of butter? A solid, maybe. Came here for brunch on a Sunday morning, and after enduring a 1 hour wait we were seated outdoors. We started with the Court Street Bloody Mary which was tangy, spicy and really woke you up. It was a bit much for me and I couldn't finish it. We also got the sour cream donut, which was warm, sweet and crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. The homemade pickles also had a sweet and sour combination, but you have to be in the mood for them or be really hungry. Then we had the eggs huntington which were soft boiled eggs served on a biscuit, topped with hollandaise sauce. Overall, it was a good breakfast but I've had better. I can say definitively that it's not worth a 1 hour wait.  But it's not just about the food here, it seems to be an upscale place in the middle of the hood where people gather to see and be seen.   I'm not totally sold on the place, but in fairness, I haven't tried their dinner menu yet.",real
36069,"I work right across the street, so I frequently order lunch from here. Its always ready within 10 minutes. The sandwiches, wraps, and salads are awesome.  The ""White 2"" Pizza with mozzerella and ricotta is delicious! Just don't order strombolli. Its a greasy mess.",real
49574,Expensive Indian grocery. Things are costlier than Bharath Bazar.,fake
27660,"Finally ordered the fried chicken and waffles! It was amazing! Sat at the bar this time, with my sister. We ordered the pork ribs as an app and she ordered the trout for her entree. All so good! Although I wish the pork ribs had more sauce on the plate. As for dessert, we ordered the pecan sundae which was delicious but I wish there was more ice cream in the sundae! It was basically half pecans but the whipped cream was amazing.",real
44719,"I can not believe I live 1 block away from this restaurant and it was my first time dining here tonight. My fiance and I spotted this place many times on our way to run errands, get groceries, WALK to Chinatown.. and always thought hey this place looks cute. Imagine warmer weather and being able to sit by second floor balcony/open door. I'm not a big wine or tapas or Mediterranean food person. But I'm a huge sucker for places with cute/intimate ambiance. So I learned that my friend recently began dating my other friend whom I haven't seen in the longest time. I thought what a perfect opportunity to see each other/catch up/have a double date!! We arrived at the restaurant at 7PM and were immediately seated on the second floor right by the window. All of us were starving after a long day of work/school so we wasted no time in ordering. We wanted to try basically everything on the menu - they all just sounded amazing. Not knowing exactly how big each ""tapas"" comes in, we decided to start off with 8 dishes. We stuck to all hot tapas - Bulgar Patties, Zuchinni Walnut Pancakes, Angry Garlic Shrimp, Pan Seared Scallops, Short Rib, Beef Turkish Dumplings, Pierre Burger, and Grilled Branzino. My favorite surprisingly was the dumplings. I'm not a huge pasta, cream sauce fan, I actually dislike Italian food. But I've never had anything like this before.  It was simply amazing where I can literally eat this whole dish by myself. Branzino , burger, shrimp were other highlights of the night! My friends couldn't stop soaking up the leftover garlic sauce with the complimentary bread. Speaking of bread, the cranberry walnut bread was so yummy! I asked for 3 refills and the owner happily refilled them each time! Back to the real food - the patties and pancakes were overly salted/seasoned but the yogurt sauce helped to give it a better balance. The scallops and short rib were good but not too memorable. After we devoured all 8 dishes, we decided we wanted more! So instead of just ordering desserts - pineapple ravioli and coffee creme brulee, we also added lamb chops. What a better way to end our meal right? We were soooooo glad  that we agreed to be fatties and didn't miss the lamb chops. They were simply perfections. The fresh pineapple ice cream along with the ravioli/crepe? skin was really refreshing! Creme brulee with a hint of coffee taste - was a nice counterbalance to the pineapple dessert! To add on top of all the amazing food, the owner also gave us a complimentary dessert - chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream and orange caramel sauce.  It tasted just like a molten chocolate cake. Nothing too unique but extremely tasty and satisfying. Aside from a few dishes being overly seasoned for my liking, this place deserves a solid 4.5 stars. Extremely friendly and attentive service - (he owner even took pictures for us), food well priced - (the more expensive dishes were in much bigger portion - closer to entree size and not so much tapas), cute/intimate ambiance! I'm thrilled that this place is only ONE block away from me. I'm setting this place as my default date night spot :)! I can't wait to return especially since I'm craving those Turkish dumplings already!",real
25904,"I am surprised that there is such a nice wine bar in this area... i found this place on Yelp... me and my boys were lookin for a place for gathering in the lower east side... and i happened to find this place... we all enjoyed this place... cuz a large selection of red... good selections of cheeses and meat... nice comfortable atmosphere... too bad that they had our table reserved for some1 else... we had to leave at a certain time... otherwise, we would love to stay longer...",real
46819,Ive been going to Valentinos for many years and they have improved alot since relocating. The pizza is very consistent and still tastes good cold! I find it to also be a very pleasant place to dine-in at due to its cleanliness.,fake
31204,"Interesting unique food which I enjoyed.   Clearly heavy on cheese which is what you should expect.  The ingredients were of quality and fresh but I didn't love my dinner.  This was my second venture to Caseus and I would try again because clearly they have a reputation for something.  Perhaps my expectations were too high for what I actually got.  I love the cheese truck, I would rate the truck with 5 stars.  The grilled cheese is different, but then again it's a food truck and not a restaurant.  Service was great and well informed staff helped my table order several items.",fake
18170,"It's A-OK place, wasn't as good as I expected.  I went there with my cousins, party of 3, on a sunday and the wait was ridiculously long.  After 2 hours, we finally got a table.  We ordered the Eggs Benedict, Waffle and blueberry pancakes.   The biscuits on Eggs Benedict were too dry.  Blueberry pancakes were not as good as I expected, it was only A-OK.   Probably will not go again anytime soon.",real
317,"Went here last Sunday night for tapas with some friends from out of town. It's a cute place. What we ordered: Churrasco Arriero (skirt steak), Albondiguillas Estofadas (meatballs w/ brandy sauce), assortment of cured meats & cheeses, grilled shrimp w/ garlic, and Patatas Alioli (potatoes in creamy garlic alioli). We enjoyed everything, but the potatoes in creamy garlic sauce & meatballs w/ brandy were my personal favorite. I could have eaten another whole order of the potatoes! To drink we had a pitcher of Blueberry pomegranate champagne Sangria and a pitcher of the Mango Sangria. The Blueberry pomegranate was AMAZING. Seriously hit the spot. Next time I come I would like to try some of the other small plates like the octopus, mussels, or croquettes, but overall the food & service was great.",real
17545,"BLUEBERRY PANCAKES FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH So I have this crazy love for blueberries, right? So I'm debating between the goat cheese salsa and the pancakes. (Cuz I love goat cheese too) but the waiter recommends the pancakes. And good thing I listened to her!! Usually when I have blueberry pancakes, its not flavored enough. Very bland. U expect the sweetness of blueberry to soar through your taste buds but it usually doesn't happen. (Unlike banana pancakes where its always sweet). But the blueberry pancakes here are amazing!! U think ""its just a pancake"" but I challenge u to whip up ur own blueberry pancake and make it this good. Go ahead, I dare you!! Hehehe. I'm sure its full of butter and blueberry syrup...... so not gunna say its healthy but it sure id deriociouso!! The fried chicken sandwich was really good too!! the chicken itself was sooo juicy!! but crunchy just enough to be crunchy but not hurt the roof of your mouth (you all know what i mean!). and the home made chips that come with the sandwich. i loved it. so light and thin. my friend didn't like it though. she said it was too bland. which may be true because i don't like salty foods.. :)) oh and be aware. the place closes at 4pm.",real
44777,"We have eaten here several times both for lunch and dinner.  We found the service wonderful and the food fresh, local and interesting.  The chef is the super nice Christopher Albrecht who came from one of my favorite restaurants ever...Gramercy Tavern in NYC.  Faves:  Fried Baby Artichokes, Beet and Ricotta Salad, half-orders of any of their handmade pastas and a MUST is the side of mushrooms.  Washed down with some good wine and voila....a great experience.",fake
34556,"Went today for brunch with the bf. Overall, it was just meh. We were told by the hostess that it would be a thirty minute wait, and she was spot on about it, something I definitely appreciate. Food was good - I had the Kitchen Sink and it was basically a heart attack on a skillet. But I'm not complaining. He had the Short Rib Benny, and it was great also. As for the three stars. The service was terrible. Our depressed-looking server didn't check in with us at all, except to take our orders and to drop off the bill. She also messed up on one of our orders (asked for mac n cheese and got a side of two slices of cheese instead. what?) - and didn't even stop by to acknowledge it. Not to mention she was also apparently blind to our empty water glasses. The food runner apologized on her behalf and took care of the order (didn't get his name, but shout out to the guy who brought us our mac n' cheese! :] you are awesome) Choice of music is weird too. Strange to see families and older couples having brunch with the stereotypical ""hipster"" music blaring in the background. Turn it down. I took a quick glance at the bill right before leaving, and it says her name is Kat. Well, Kat, you could have done better. As in, you could have done anything, period. Maybe we'll check out the other locations, but as for this one, never again.",real
24175,Exceptional meal and exquisite presentation. Attentive and friendly service. Definitely a repeat!,real
38981,"This place is awesome.  Absolutely great food, affordable, cool atmosphere, and BYOB!!  I definitely recommend this place! The Baked Brie with lavender and honey appetizer was awesome.  I had seared tuna in a coconut curry sauce for dinner which was phenomenal. I forget what my wife and friends had but we all really liked our food. If you're going on a weekend you should probably make a reservation.  The only downside I found with this place is that they only accept cash and don't have an ATM machine nearby.  But that's just a minor inconvenience that the quality of their food definitely trumps.",real
10883,"Well I pass this place most every day and it's so nice to see a place with outdoor seating especially this time of year.  I've actually never tried the food and maybe that makes me a bad reviewer but their coffee is scrumptious. I know it doesn't take a genius to make iced coffee but every time and I do mean every time I have gotten iced coffee here it was more than perfect. Not too much ice, sweetened perfectly, and room for a bit of cream.",real
16865,"Came here after reading so many great reviews about the pancakes (momma loves her pancakes!), and to be honest i'm not sure what the hype is all about. this place is very good i loved the banana walnut pancakes which were super filling, but nothing too special. i'd come back if i'm in the area again, maybe. also, cash only! (thankfully there was an atm right across the street woop)",real
44474,"Really like this place, and it has something for everyone. The upstairs is more sit/down casual where people play jenga, drink, and eat. Downstairs, on the weekends is more packed with dance floor, DJ, and more of a lounge vibe. Good place to have a party as it's pretty accommodating.",real
9114,The food here is intensely flavorful!! Seriously wow!! We had a table of 5 and shared all small plates. All super good! My personal fav was the pork belly adobo w/egg. The curry noodles were awesome. The pig jowl was delicious. It was my first time trying pig jowl. I thought it would be a hunk of jaw staring at me on the plate - thankfully I was wrong. Just yummy hunks of meat. The salads were good also we tried both the Chinese sausage salad and the chicken/green mango. Yum! The coconut rice is delicious and the maltao buns (spelling?) yum! Overall no complaints! We arrived late for our reservation and they were super nice about it and were helpful throughout the meal. The place is popular and busy so it is high energy. It's not a quiet calm environment. If you are looking for outstanding food that is out of the norm I say it's your deal! Oh and it's casual! Nice to have good food without having to get dressed to the nines in a stiff environment.,real
5369,"In my local NJ neighborhood I saw two hot dog joints come and go, in the same building no less. I have a feeling if Underdogs inhabited the space, I'd still have a local hot dog joint. Decided to check this place out after reading Philadelphia Weekly's The Battle Between Two Hot Dog Joints. My boyfriend and I have been craving some good veggie dogs and yum yum: perfect. The veggie dogs were Yves Veggie Brat's I believe. The guy told me they usually use Tofurkey Brand but these were still great. We went with a couple of Coney Classics and at the suggestion of the staff, a Georgia Bulldog. The buns were picked with toppings, leaving a messy but extremely enjoyable hot dog experience. I can see why this place stays open till 4 am on weekends. We also got some delicious fries. They packed a lot in including a couple sauces Old Bay Mayo and another one I forget the name and it doesn't seem to be on the online menu. Great service, very friendly and seemed to really enjoy what they do. We got 5 hot dogs, a soda and large fries and the total was $25. I think that's a good deal.",real
11500,2 amazing things I ate here: 1) One of the appetizers. Forgot the exact name of it but it's bone marrow with oxtail marmalade and it is incredible!!! One of the most unique and tasty things I've ever eaten. The key is the French grey sea salt that you're supposed to sprinkle over it.... Mmmmmm.... 2) Oysters! I believe I had 2 west coast oysters and 2 east coast oysters. All were delicious. The place was small and dark but I very much enjoyed it!,real
34915,"This was my first time to go to Salinas. The ambiance is ok. The dining room is very small and some of the tables for 4, notably the round ones in the middle row, are really too small for 4, but the dining is fabulous and the waiter we had was marvelous. He was very helpful. Timing of food coming out was ok. Wine was good. All food we tried was average.",fake
49173,"I've become quite fond of ground beef and all of it's many incarnations. Meatloaf to meatballs, tacos to lasagna, it's versatility knows no limits. Heck, even though Hamburger Helper tastes just fine by itself , we all know that it's the beef that we crave. Clara Peller knew this and I'm sure you do too. Of all it's incarnations, what beef aspires most to become is a Hamburger. I'd go as far as to say, that if a country had to pick a single icon to represent them, America would choose a burger. Fuck Apple Pie!  ( on second thought, knowing my audience, some of you may actually try that). I've made it my goal to try as many burgers as I can and have already torn through this city, like Wimpy on a bender. The name Sketch had been tossed around frequently, whenever I mentioned my quest. I simply had to try it, but Sketch was playing hard to get. The first time I intended to go, they were closed for a spring vacation. Other times we were nearby, sustenance was found in other places chosen by haters. Finally, on a recent North Bowl outing, the stars aligned and we all agreed to get our burgers on. As with any worthwhile quest, the journey was difficult. We attempted to walk from North Bowl to Sketch, which isn't too terrible but between the sleety, cold weather, to the darkness it proved difficult. We ended up overshooting it by a few blocks because we were deep in conversation. During the day, this would have been impossible, as the facade of Sketch is as gaudy as a Pastel pimp but We eventually made it inside of the establishment. It was much smaller inside, than it's reputation led me to believe. I was pretty hungry by this point and was happy that the menu was simple. I chose the onion burger ( it wasn't a burger made out of onions as someone from my table led me to believe, but a beef burger with sauteed onions pressed in) and we decided to share regular and sweet potato fries. As we waited for our food, it was clear that the name Sketch is not just a name. There was paper and drawing implements on the table and many doodles posted on the walls. We had fun ""sketching"" eachother and examining other peoples work on the walls. Sketch has a Trader Joes vibe. Kind of a friendly hippy dippy atmosphere that really works for a burger joint. The fries came first and they were among the best fries I've ever eaten. The dipping sauce was also a gem. We had made the decision to share and I was beginning to take on a Gollum-like greed towards them counting how many others were taking, searching the table for a sharp knife. Luckily, the burgers arrived, squelching my murderous feelings. What a burger! Sketch holds it's own among the best burgers I've had. Luckily, I wasn't planning on kissing anyone that evening because there was an entire fried onion patty on that sandwich. Super tasty! I sat in the booth afterwards, completely satisfied and feeling like Jughead from the Archie comics. Our server had been excellent ; funny, knowledgable, available.there were interesting homemade dessert options that tempted us but I was content to simply ride out the meat coma I had been placed in. Overall, I'd have to say that Sketch does ground beef proud. I not only had it my way, but I was lovin' it. I can say with confidence tray the little shop on Girard has the Beef.",real
37044,they are ok. but i think a bit over rated!,fake
49957,"My wife and I didn't take part in the bar part of this place, which seems like the focal point given it's name and layout. Also, we went in the middle of the day during a snowstorm so it was pretty desolate. The food tasted great, but it is definitely tapas style. Not meant for large meals. The food menu is relatively small and doesn't quite give you the options that you would get at a larger Mexican restaurant. That was really disappointing. Don't get me wrong, it's good for what it's meant to be. I just wouldn't recommend it for if you're looking to fill up. Other than that, seem like a great place to hang with friends, have some tasty food, and probably better drinks in a fun atmosphere.",real
17971,"The blueberry pancakes were above average- the rest was nothing special.  I don't think that there was anything baked on site.  The service was awful- slow, rude and unhelpful.  I found a hair in my food and asked for a replacement- they told me that it was probably mine and I should just eat it.  Imagine!  Skip this place- it's for posers.",real
4656,"Got the lemon ricotta pancakes, which were dark brown on the outside.  The flavor was okay, but I'm not sure it's worth the trek out there.",real
48691,"Been here numerous times.  If you are in the mood for italian, go.  You won't be disappointed.",real
2407,"This place wasn't very good. It is basically a mere average cheese steak priced for tourists.  Philadelphia totally let me down with this historic eatery. Also, I took off a star for the offensive sign that reads something like: ""This is America, speak English""... I totally regret buying a sandwich to support this bigotry. For an equally mediocre sandwich without the flag waiving bullshit, check out Pat's across the street.",real
42086,"We love that this fun bar is right around the corner. Definitely perfect for those evenings where chill & local beats a trek into Manhattan.  The beer menu is impressive, especially for the fact that it features cask ale specials. We've recently discovered their Moleno Especiale - totally cheap beer but cleverly served with salt, tabasco and a wedge of lime right on the tab. Loves! Pair that with an order of battered pickles and we're in heaven...",real
26762,Indulging in their banana and cream cheese stuffed French Toast is my favorite brunch activity. Lovelovelove this place. So cheap for so much food. I recommend getting the half order of the French toast. It's not on the menu but they've always happily obliged when I ask.,real
29809,"Awesome brunch! awesome indoor & outdoor seating. Played a show here once and actually made some $$. Packed the room & had a great time. Minus one star for the sound guy being a prick AND being bad at his job. If you're going to be the former, don't be the latter. Otherwise I love this place.",real
16081,"I usually get cravings ALL the time (no I'm not preggo) and this week's latest craving happen to be chicken and waffles. After google'ng and yelp'ng for about 5 minutes I came across the reviews for Clinton St Baking Company on yelp. After the 2nd review I was convinced and made my way to the LES that evening. I can absolutely say I had the best experience ever! Why?! Because I came, ate, and conquered! LOL The chicken and waffles was amazeballs and the maple butter was the icing on the cake. I've never been a waffle fan (I'm more of a fench toast or pancake girl to be honest) but Clinton St Baking Company has to be doing everything right to produce such fluffy and light waffles. I will definitely visit again to try other items on the menu including another plate or two of those delicious chicken and waffles. Thank you Clinton St Baking Company for your superb customer service and excellent chefs in the kitchen! :)",fake
7935,My wife and I were in NYC visiting family and delighting in Book of Mormon. Six of us ate at Pylos with four of us having never been there even though they live in NYC. Our dinner from apps to entrees to dessert was simply beyond! Every tasty bite was heaven oozing with flavor and freshness! Can't wait to return to NYC to dine again at Pylos!,real
22592,"Can only comment on the management service as we left after 2 hours of waiting. The owner or manager was extremely rude and doesn't know the first thing about service. After 2 hrs he told us it would only be another 15 minutes. Ten minutes later he pushed it to another hour. He wasn't apologetic at all and basically encouraged us to leave. We were extremely patient until that point. Warning: They do not accept reservations and Dont even think about a large group on a Saturday night.  People are literally standing on both sides of a stair case waiting until they get called. So overcrowded while you wait that I'm sure it's a fire hazard. But hey, if you ever get seated I'm sure the food is food.",fake
43635,"Been waiting a long time to get a real Philly Cheesesteak. It just hasn't happened for me every time I've been here. Visited a friend and she took me here and, finally, my moment has arrived. The bread is slightly crusty and perfectly chewy. The finely ground steak is mouse and fatty and infused with cheese once it all melts. I got mine with banana peppers and crushed peppers (these are essential and I mean that). Perfect amount of what I've seen referred to as ""the drip factor"". Very satisfied.",real
15161,Love it for brunch. The kale salad with baked eggs is to die for. So are the homemade biscuits with maple butter and the brunch cocktails are tasty and fun. Don't go there because I want to keep it secret so I can always get a table.,real
19001,I love the "Dosa Guy"! everything is vegan and gluten free. I work and have worked down the street for quite some time and I doubt tat I'll ever become tired of his food! Everything is very reasonably priced and is made fresh.,real
23798,"Pros: Food is awesome Great prices Nice people Cons: Small place not many tables, inconvenient for large groups Conclusion This place is great. Me and my home boys eat here often. Get the mariachi plate, it's awesome.",real
48421,Great Burger n wings,fake
12563,"How do you make chicken so good? I went to Pio Pio with 7 other girls and we just ordered two combos and a side. BAM. Portions are gigantic and everyone was full by the time we were done. It actually comes out to be a really cheap meal if you order it to share like most customers do. You can even order drinks and dessert and it won't burn your wallet. The combos we we ordered had variety and were pretty good. They came with avocado salads, rice and beans, tostones, fries, chicken, and some other stuff. The avocado salads were really good. It came fresh and the avocados were perfectly ripe. Fries tasted regular, but the tostones had too much batter. We added a side of plaintains and they were okay, a little on the dry side as well. But the chicken was really good. I don't know how they do it, but it didn't taste dry to me at all. Any time I order chicken at a restaurant, it always comes out to be at least a little dry. But Pio Pio's dish was really good. The service was a bit slow to me. Maybe cause we had a big table or maybe I was just extra hungry... but it took a while before our food came.  Other than that, no service problems. We had a reservation and was seated right away, but the restaurant seemed a bit packed. So if you want to stay on schedule or have a big party, I recommend making a reservation. Re atmosphere, Pio Pio makes this place really dark! The lighting is so dim you would think this is a romantic restaurant, but this place is so loud that the two just don't clash. I couldn't hear the end of the table, which was like four seats away so everyone was screaming at each other. It kinda reminds me of a chinese restaurant....  Plus it seems like a place for a bunch of people to celebrate their birthdays so there are occasional outbursts of song. You probably shouldn't come for a romantic date but parties of like 4-6 would be perfect. P.S. I got a paper cut from the paper they use to cover the tables... so be careful T___T",real
41306,"- moderately priced - slightly inattentive but overall pleasant staff - I had a late lunch there with a friend of mine, we were the only two people in the place but neither of the only two dishes I had wanted on the menu were ready for consumption for at least another hour - I ended up ordering two sides, rice and beans and maduros (aka sweet plantains) both of which I'd recommend - mentionable sangria prices",real
1011,my buddies and i took a road trip across america and geno's and pat's were amongst our stops. least to say i had higher expectations for both.,fake
38565,"This place does soondubu the way it's supposed to be. The rice is cooked in a stone pot and they scoop it out, pour barley tea for the stuck on rice to make porridge. The decor is modern but not over the top. Two story seating arrangement and there was a 10 min wait. The fried mackerel was a nice way to start. Their gimchi was surprisingly good! It was fresh, but still fermented a little so it had great flavor. The salty pickles were crunchy and not too salty. But the green pickles were mushy and bland. The LA spicy pork bellies were so good! I could taste a hint of ginger and had a good balance of spicy and sweet. The soondubu comes in 5 different levels of spicy. It was a great lunch combo for $16. The Dorsot bibimbap could use more spinach and other veggies. I put more cucumbers and sprouts from the table ban chan to the mix. Been back 3 times in the past 3 times in NYC.",real
6594,"Great brunch food, solid service and swinging chairs. What more could you ask for?",fake
44724,Nice atmosphere! Very friendly management staff & wine was great! Perfect place to have a drink with friends!! Would highly recommend this place! It is a small space downstairs but I think I heard another group say they had seating upstairs (not sure),real
22448,"cuban pete's is a horrible place!!!!! we decided to take our daughter for her 25th birthday!!!! this restaurant was recommended to her, so we said ok. when we got there they took our name, we waited for 2 hours. we were a party of 5, but they only were sitting parties of 3 or 4. we got there at 7:30pm and they called us at 9:30pm. the two hostesses were rude and nasty to everyone, the manager was walking around kissing and flirting with cute girls. very unprofessional. finally after we sat we ordered appetizers, the croquets were terrible, cold and soggy. we ordered out entrees i ordered the churassco with coconut rice and mango yams. it had no flavor, literally no flavor. they call that cuban food.  plus everything else was cold. i couldn't eat it and my family either. believe me i go to many restaurants and this one is the worse ever....if any of you want real spanish food, go to don coqui in new rochelle is the best. the service is great! overall experience........hell on earth. we will never go back.......plus the idea of taking your own liquor is so stupid.",fake
32340,"If, like I do, you think timing and flow are important to a positive dining experience don't go here. It took 15 minutes for the waitress to get our order It took 15 minutes to get our cocktail (The Martini was perfect) It took another 20 minutes to get our food The first and only glass of wine came late, right when we were about to finish our dinner. Now the food. Yes, it is ok, not spectacular, just good, the portions are very small and overpriced. combine that with the anxiety of not making it to the theater in time and the lack of respect for one's time and dinner has been ruined. The timing is a reflection of the management - it is evident the owner doesn't want to spend the extra money to pay for either a bartender or an extra staff, but he will take your money happily - even though you will have to wait forever for the check to come. This is the take home message I get: I don't care about your time, I will overwork my employees and I will not listen to customer feedback - if you don't like my restaurant don't come here. Maybe while Chef Russo meditates he can think about the importance of customer service, flow and the satisfaction of a job well done.",real
48577,"We came here during restaurant week and absolutely loved it! I had the caprese salad, pomodoro penne pasta, a New York strip and grilled vegetables, and creme brûlée! While it was an intense amount of food, it was all absolutely delicious, especially on a Friday night during restaurant week. The service here was also spectacular, despite the restaurant being packed. You can make reservations online, which we did, and we were seated right away. Overall, pretty great experience!",real
22841,"I've been here several times and as always this time was no exception, I usually get the Cuban but this time tried the fish tacos. They were great as well, next time I may try the pork tacos, mix it up a little!!",real
15931,"A good diner I used to frequent. Great veggie burger, which is what I mostly used to order. The avocado Swiss veg. Burger is awesome. I also love their coleslaw and fries. Yumm. Oh and pretty good onion rings. No complaints about the other food I've tried and the water they give is pretty good. It comes with cute little orange, lemon, and lime slices in it ^_^ Never had any bad experiences with service, but if you're worried about that, they offer takeout!",real
32839,"Not sure what all the hoopla is about. It was OK. Small menu and not everything was available. Waitstaff was excellent. Food was overpriced, but like I said, it was OK. Glad I got it out of my system.",real
48824,"Me and my bf when for late lunch , the food was okay and our sever she have no clue what she's doing the whole time... But we just not try to make a big deal out of it until when we ask for the check , we ask for Togo cup for the ice tea than she come back with a Baby Bottle Cup !!! Omg the cup is cute .. But come on is this for real ??? Than I ask her what is just happen ? She told me that they don't have a Togo Cup is that why she gave our a Baby Cup from some where....? who's know ...! And the stupid host she asked me why don't you want a baby cup ?? What's wrong with you guys !! ??",real
2568,"Pat's is better than Geno's.  Pat's has been better than Geno's all of my life.  And Pat's will always be better than Geno's.  I consider this place an embarrassment to cheesesteaks.  Instead of political propaganda, how about concentrating on actually putting a fair amount of meat on your sandwiches?",real
32028,"As I tossed in my bed on a restless Saturday morning, drifting in and out of sleep, my eyes suddenly opened as I heard a whisper from an unknown source. ""Cisco's"" the voice came softly, almost eerily as if from nowhere but everywhere all at once.  Propping myself up on one elbow, I felt a gentle, slightly nauseating sway in my head.  My eyes took a moment to adjust to the scattered light filtering in through the cracks between my window shades.  With chapped lips, heartburn, an elevated pulse, and a dull, nagging headache images of the previous night began to unfold.  I tried to count the number of gin and club sodas I had consumed, but quickly acquiesced defeat to a task so quixotic.   ""Cisco's""...There it was again! This time, more alert, I was able to pinpoint the location of the phantom whisper.  The door.  Of course!  I rushed out of bed and flung open the door.  There, standing with a stupid grin on his face, was my roommate.  Just standing there whipering ""Cisco's"".   ""Yes"" I said.  The word came out a bit more gruff than I'd anticipated, and, having just rushed out of bed, the aforementioned dull headache came crashing into the forefront of my mind.  Lugubriously, I threw on some jeans and we headed out for some desayuno mexicano. Having read previous reviews on this place, I knew what to expect in terms of location and decor.  Situated in a small plaza, conveniently next to a package store, there is ample parking.  The restaurant itself is small, the walls adorned with Mexican looking paraphenalia, but seating was not a problem when we arrived around 10AM.  The wait staff, consisting of two waitresses, was friendly and very attentive.  The coffee was ok.  Typical diner coffee but slightly burnt.  Refills were offered and I accept frequently and with gusto.   I opted for the traditional breakfast burrito with extra green chili sauce on the side.  I was not disappointed.  My ravenous, hangover ridden stomach made short work of the burrito which was stuffed with scrambled egg, sausage and ham.  The green chili sauce was mild and paired terrifically with the burrito.  I had some concerns about this but the flavor combination ended up working. There was another item on the menu which piqued my interest.  The Pancake Sandwich.  Pancakes are good.  Everyone knows this.  Sandwiches are one of my favorite food groups.  It's about time someone paired the two things so I will be ordering this next time I mosey on down to the Cisco kid's family breakfast and diner food emporium.",real
22950,"Great food, mediocre service, way too loud, bad parking situation. The food is phenomenal though. Fun for parties.",real
32238,"Nice small place on 9th Avenue. First time we walked past through it was full, second time there were a couple of empty tables so we got it. I ordered the Lava Chicken which was supposedly not spicy... But was very very spicy. However, service was great and they managed to ""fix"" it for me by making a non-spicy version of the dish after I complained. I also had a lychee martini which was really good. Bottom line: foods and drinks are fairly priced, good service, recommended.",real
40396,"Nice food, nice people, nice space. I'll be back. I had the fish tacos and we shared a guacamole and chips. Very tasty. I wasn't crazy about the Margarita (too bitter). The hostess and waiter were incredibly nice and pleasant. It was a beautiful night and we sat next to the open doors. My friend treated so I don't remember the tab but I believe it was very reasonable ($10 for my tacos?).",real
42699,"Came here with some friends, had reservations and still had to wait 15 minutes. Which didn't bother us, I understand when you're busy and need to make do. But the hostesses were probably the worst part of the experience. No smiles and it seemed like everyone going up to them were bothering them. A host is the first person you see walking in, should definitely switch up their employees so it feels more welcoming. We only ordered deserts, no actual meals. We got a crepe, smores fondue and a milkshake. We ordered some baileys for the milkshake but it took all the flavor away, definitely do not recommend that. They serve the liquor on the side to add yourself. Everything else was great. We had wine, a little pricey for a glass I thought. Our server was great, had a smile and was very outgoing. very informative with questions we had. So a little pricey for certain things, and the miserable hosts knocked a star off but I will be back!",real
25432,"Went here on a Saturday night with my bf and had such a nice experience. The staff was great and attentive and the environment was so relaxed and had candles on all the tables. We had the smoked Gouda mac n cheese and the bianco flatbread. We also had glasses of the wine special that night, a pino noir from Oregon. Everything was so great! The mac n cheese was not heavy and the bacon on top was a great little extra. The bianco flatbread was tasty too. Afterward we had the flourless chocolate cake and it was AMAZING! We'll definitely be back!",real
7877,"Great food, attentive patient service (actual Greek waiters) & lovely Mediterranean decor. They bring warm bread & eggplant dip to start, delicious! We had 2 differently named salads to share as starters, very nice though somewhat redundant. I had the lamb chops & they were extremely good. The waiter was happy to make a vegetable substitution when I was ordering my dish as I didn't care for one component. My companion had a whole fish dish which they de-boned & rendered headless & tailless as per his request he thoroughly enjoyed it along with 2 orders of lemon roasted potatoes, I guess they were tasty. I always look forward to grilled octopus when I have Greek food but I'm sorry to say it was dried out, small, & flavorless; totally disappointing. I had a glass of retsina and it was mildly resiny which I very much liked because some can be a bit too strong, followed by red wine with the lamb of course. It has a romantic vibe although the tables are a bit close together. Also suitable for dining solo at the big marble communal table in the back, I imagine that could be fun for a big group or for maybe chatting with other solo diners... I usually go to Uncle Nick's when I want Greek but I kind of like this better because of the ambiance (Uncle Nick's has none) and waiters (these have some personality & are attractive + well dressed), although the octopus is killer @ UN's & they have inexpensive carafes of decent Retsina. I would definitely go back to Pylos & next time request my Oktapodi ""tender"".",real
40858,"On Saturday, May 3, 2014, I had the amazing experience of having a true Southern experience at Mama Mary's Soul on Whalley in New Haven. The staff was pleasant, the decor and atmosphere was inviting , but then came my cornbread. Now I was at grandma table.  The cornbread was like none other, delictable. My smothered pork chops, yams and collards were cooked to perfection. The one complaint the I have was that I was full before I finished half of my plate. As full as I may have been, I was determined the have a slice of sweet potato pie. Of course I had to taste it before I left,  it was heavenly. I knew it was going to go great with my coffee that evening. The total experience was truly worth the trip. I would encourage anyone, try it for yourself. You will be a believer, just like me. Can't wait for my next trip!!!",fake
24625,Best french fries I've ever had. Please support this place and go there often so I will always be able to eat these fries. Thank you. My BF says the burgers are amazing.,real
8486,Thank you Matt & Marie for OUTSTANDING FOOD and SERVICE. We are exciting to have your business in ourarea. The food is fresh and always delivered on time. Your staff's desire to meet the customers needs is very refreshing. We look forward to our next lunch with you. Renee,fake
11088,"In terms of standard BBQ fare in the ironbound most of these restaurants have a hard time distinguishing themselves but not Elm St. With attention to detail and great customer service, The Elm St. peeps always come through with fresh hot food, always served with a smile.",real
47159,"Amazing value for the money! It's hard to find quality food for around 8 bucks!!! I'm talking about the lunch special that they have from 12-4 where you get an appetizer and entree for 8 bucks. Me and two of my friends came here on Sunday afternoon. We were seated promptly and service overall was great. We all ordered different things, noodles, pad thai, chicken thigh. The food tasted great and was served really quickly. I also really loved the ambiance and worth mentioning is...a really clean bathroom. All in all, this is a solid choice for lunch or dinner, highly recommend it. Definitely check it out for yourself!!!",real
42029,"This bar is definitely an example of how Astoria is developing and adding new flavors to the neighborhood. One of these flavors is the Dirty Pickle Martini at Sweet Afton. I'm not one for sweet drinks and Sweet Afton carries a variety of unique and delicious cocktails. I went there with a few friends a couple of times, and my friends ordered the mac and cheese, which was delicious. Their sliced pickles are spicy and addictive. I'm definitely anticipating returning to try out their brunch menu. The only criticism that I have is that they don't provide a happy hour--if they did, I would frequent Sweet Afton a lot more.",real
46606,"Great place, great atmosphere.   I had the margarita pizza and a few cocktails.  Love the ""Puppies and Pizza"" outside area.",real
42334,"I'm not even sure where I should begin, this place is my heaven.  I have dreamed of such a place in existence.   We follow a Paleo diet and wow, I was in food heaven. Not inexpensive, but real, whole food is never inexpensive, it shouldn't be. Give this place a try for take out or eat in, expect it to be busy because the food is great.  I'm not a huge dessert fan so I can't rave about the desserts but everything I tried was fantastic including the buns.",real
6409,"my brother-in-law took my wife and I here for breakfast because it is one of his favorite places in town.  We went here on a Sunday morning and at first I was pretty skeptical because of the wait that we had in front of us.  We were told 20 minutes but it was more like an hour.  Even though we were starving we decided to wait it out because he promised that the food was that good.... He was dead on!  The food here is amazing!  It is very fresh and unique.  Our group had a cheese steak omelet, cannoli stuffed French toast, Ruben with onion rings, and the loaded potato hash.  Everything was perfect.  The wait staff was also very friendly and you could tell that it was an enjoyable place to be.  We WILL be back to this place again.",real
33019,"this was the FIRST restaurant I've set my foot to once I've arrived in Philly. (yes, I was on a DATE) so with that said, WHAT A CUTEEEE LITTLE ""DATE"" RESTAURANT! I mean, it has such a romantic yet HOMEY yet friendly yet warm feeling to it. The restaurant is pretty small, you can see the chef getting busy to prepared you some tasty dish. -5 course little dishes- I'd come and visit again if I come to Philly. Thanks for the memorable experience. :)",real
30106,"Note: I only come here to eat... not to ""lounge"" Silk City Brunch is wonderful.  The spicy bloody mary is fantastic and I have also had happy hangover-soothings with some of their mimosas as well, particularly with something grapefruit that i can't name. I love them for their vegetarian options-the tofu scramble is fantastic, and despite the fact that i could easily make it at home, i just like it when they do it. In the holiday season they have an apple cider concoction that I still dream about.  Try it. Sadly, a lot of people love brunch here so plan on waiting...but its worth it :)",real
15725,"Had dinner there on a Saturday night - 6 people and a LARGE check. Food was respectable (wine pours were minuscule) but this was likely the slowest service I have EVER seen at a ""respectable"" restaurant. It took over three hours to eat our three courses. No one provided any explanation, despite our asking.  To top the night off, the place they referred us to for parking claiming they would provide a discount (Park America) di not honor their stamp.",real
32053,"This was by far the worst restaurant, this place has the worst customer service and the manager needs to get fired. Last night I went for my sister's birthday we made reservations for 7pm and didn't get our food until 9pm first of all and second of all my sisters dish was the last one to come out. When she asked the manager to take it off the check due to arriving so late the manager refused. This place has ants and nats flying around . The only good thing was out waitress for the night was Chrissy she was very sympathetic and apologetic. Before I forget some our friends didn't receive their food and the chief claims that he made it and wanted to still charge them for it no bueno",fake
48080,"I got a garden burger from here and it was excellent! Wish I could say the same about the service, just seemed that we were always waiting for drinks or to order or even the check. I dunno if they were short handed or this is how it is all the time. Ill def go back to find out bec their food was so good.",real
47444,"it was christmas eve & they stayed open for us, the food was delicious eveything came out nice an hot! for such a tiny place they have huge service well there service is at if it was a 5 star top steakhouse or something!!! they r great an my waiter REDION was great! he kept our table clear an kept our water glasses filled! we defeinitely will be returning!!!!",real
47970,Great neighborhood bar!   Really good food and beer.  Cool little microbrews and they change them up all the time. Many of the Philadelphia Flyers hang out in this joint.  They live in the area. Get the wings.  The best.,fake
24658,"Its okay, decent burgers and nachos and foods of that sort in the summer but nothing special, over priced average fancy food in winter, the outside area could use lots of new furniture, and the bar outside is nasty",real
21528,"the sushi is average, i liked the dragon roll. Their burgers are utter rubbish. brgr is better.",real
27324,"It seems chicken and waffle joints are popping up all over Brooklyn these days. None of then come close to Buttermilk Channel. The chicken is expertly seasoned, paired with a cheddar waffle and balsamic sauce that is mesmerizing. You will be dreaming about this chicken for days.",real
32302,"I had such a great experience at this restaurant that I wanted to write a quick 5 star review. The decor is really colorful and neon-ish, sorta like you're in a new strip club, but a classy one--if that's a compliment, which I totally meant it to be. The dish I ordered was very flavorful and filling. I have no idea what it was called--I still have not memorized Thai dishes, other than Pad Thai. I also loved the house music being played even in the daylight (4pm). I really appreciate places that play electronica in the daylight! Great find. Thanks yelp!",real
17665,"If you can stand the wait, the pancakes are excellent.  Everything else is good, but I think the pancakes are the only thing worth waiting 2 hours for.",real
19107,"Yum! Delicious and cheap -- great for a quick lunch around NYU. I ordered the masala dosa, which was HUGE but tasty. I would definitely try some of the other items. Yay for food carts! -L.",real
24909,Best burger in the city. Beats Good Stuff and Village Whisky for me. Can't wait until they can serve beer too.,real
4468,Best brunch spot around. Be prepared to wait if you go on peak hangover recovery time as the place gets super crowded. Once you get in you will see why they love it. Go here it's worth it.,real
34796,"Friendly owner.  Excellent food.  It's not cheap for takeout, but the quality is excellent.  Worth the extra $'s.  One taste and you'll never eat Boston Market again.",fake
7744,"A.M.A.Z.I.N.G.   Great ambience, fantastic food. *Overordered *Overate * I'm a fan. Thank you - we'll be back.",real
16864,"People, believe the hype. After living in NY for three years, I finally tried this place after hearing so much about it... but I did it with a Google offer for dinner for two. I have no qualms about eating breakfast food for dinner however (ESPECIALLY if that means I don't have to wait 2 hours just to get seated), so away my fiance and I went on a Friday after work. We walked in around 7 p.m. and were greeted by the hostess. There were a few empty tables, and we got seated right away... but next to the food window. We asked our server if we could sit at a different table, and she helped us do just that. But most importantly, the blueberry pancakes and maple butter are awesome (moist, fluffy yummy goodness), and the fried chicken delectable. My fiance is obsessed about fried chicken, so he knows when it's good. He couldn't stop talking about how wonderful the breading and its crispiness were... how juicy and flavorful the meat was... he killed the entire dish. He's also not a big fan of pancakes, but he was impressed with Clinton St.'s. Congratulations, Clinton St., you've managed to impress a guy I thought could not be impressed. We were already pretty full after the main courses but couldn't help ourselves and ordered the sundae with a brownie. IT WAS SO GOOD. I could hardly speak after eating it; it was as if all the sugar I had just consumed had paralyzed my mouth. This little place is cute, clean, and worth trying! I'd avoid weekend brunch hours if you don't like waiting, but other times are probably not too busy. And we were able to pay our balance with credit card... not sure why people say it's cash only.",real
39734,"I have been coming to Marzullo's since it was a little deli in the early 1990s; they had best Italian subs around and at that age my metabolism was such that I could eat them.  Now, I stick to the salads, which are truly amazing.  The green salad with chicken is enough for both my husband and me, and the staff will put anything in them you want.  I also love the rice balls; they are just so good.  And if you want a treat, get their cannollis.  They are seriously better than any cannolli I've ever gotten at any bakery - they fill them for you while you wait.  Great.  Now I'm hungry.",fake
32512,"The name of the Americana is very misleading.  The name say diner and the outside decor screams diner, but in realty, this is not a diner.  It is much more expensive than any diner I have ever been to and the food is OK at best.  Service is hit or miss.  I wouldn't recommend if you are looking for a diner.   That being said, the brunch here is alright.  Be careful with the way items are priced, you can pay $8 or $10 for the same omelette depending on how it is ordered.",fake
46413,"Trust me: You do not want to die without ever eating these f#cking grits. I've tried many items on the menu. Honestly, I didn't care for most of them. Most of it's intentionally too fancy (for my tastes). Soft boiled eggs on sandwiches (prepare to make a mess). Thick slab bacon that's so tough it has to be handled with your fingers, striped with gooey fat (gag-ville). Cryptically named ""stinky cheese."" Almost nothing I tried caught my fancy. So why do I give them 4 stars? 2 reasons. First, I know people who love this place, and just because it's not my thing I'm not going to shoot this place down like some entitled, Brooklyn, douche-bag reviewer. I can still recognize that they have mad skill. Second, and most importantly: I love those f#cking grits. I know the profanity isn't necessary, but to omit it would understate my emotions about those f#cking grits. They are, without a doubt, the best grits you'll ever taste. To be clear, I don't care for any of the toppings (I haven't tried the homemade cheese curds). None of them. Pesto in grits? WTF? But these f#cking grits, straight up, are bangin'. If they had some more southern toppings, like fried chicken and gravy, or sausage gravy, or even just crispy bacon w/ the soft boiled egg, they'd be explode-my-brain amazing.",real
48127,"nice, as bars go.  i've been there twice and never had any food, and was very pleased.  a casual atmosphere and good beer selection, with a few TVs for watching a game.",real
22452,Very rude manager.  After waiting an hour and a half the manager decides to tell you " if you cannot wait you can leave".  Will not recommend this place to anyone.,fake
41277,"Food - Great Sevice - Good Atmosphere - Good Tip - try to avoid the last table on your left in direction to the bathroom. Traffic is heavy and they cant help but bump into you. Was in my way to Esperanto, but they were packed. My girl saw this place in the way and her reason to go in was the christmas lights on the door. Really good food here, we had Yuca Frita,  the fish of the day and it was seasoned to perfection and Saborcito De Cuba (Aperitivos). Some of them reminded me of rice croquets my mom made when I was a child, whooooo",real
42847,"Can't get enough of this chocolatey goodness! As soon as you enter the front door I was confused because I thought I was in heaven. I love the aroma of chocolate in this place! You can never go wrong by starting off with an order of hot chocolate! They have different choices of what kind of chocolate you want. I always order the banana waffles. Waffles are fluffy and topped with rice crispy pieces, caramelized bananas and chocolate sauce. On the side is chocolate ganache and mini chocolate crunch balls. I literally want to order everything off their dessert menu but then I'd have a pretty hard time squeezing through their exit. *sigh* their Kobe burger is pretty good but I usually just order sweets when I get here. Fun environment reasonable prices and a great spot for a girls night out!",real
29164,"I went here a few nights ago. There was one waiter for all the tables, and he was dressed shabby and messy. The food was awful and absolutely not worth the price tag.",real
8917,"Average food, high prices, incompetent service.",real
49494,"Awesome. That pho house was way less sketchy than I thought it might be. And it was quite busy.  Not to mention, it was also tasty.  Don't get me wrong it still had a solid diviness to it (seemed clean though and veggies were well washed) It's right on Main Street in east Hartford, so easy to find.  I like how it was a family fun business, I caught a view of the grandmother and the grandkid. You're options are minimal: beef pho (regular or spicy) in small, medium, or large bowls, and fresh rolls are available on tues-Fri or some timeframe like it.  I didn't actually see any menus so I ordered what I like, beef tai gan which has tendons and rare sliced beef.  Only then did I realize it was probably a random order...  I found out that they also had shrimp pho.  Not sure if it was a special. My fave was that the restaurant catered to both young and older peeps and business people of a wide variety. Many people came in and out for pick up orders. All in all a solid pho establishment with nicely rich but not greasy broth.  The soup comes with cilantro, onion, green onion, and noodles while the other good toppers (Thai basil, torpedo Thai hot chiles, sprouts, and lime) is on the side, plus of course, the sriracha, oyster sauce, white pepper.",real
22557,"OMG - Don't go to this place, NEVER been treated so rudely by the owner, Dominic, in my entire life. Meeting a party of 10 for dinner, they were already seated when I walked in. Thought the courtyard was cute, so took a picture and was immediately met by Dominic who proceeded to SHOVE me, pushing me and my camera, saying, ""No pictures, Get the F__K Out of Here Now !!"" I said, ""Excuse me, I'm having dinner with my party in the other room."", and he pushed me again, saying ""You ARE NOT WELCOME here, Get out now !"" I am still in disbelief to be treated this way for doing nothing wrong. I went outside and called my friends inside who proceeded to inquire what happened. He proceeded to tell them to leave too, saying to one, ""I'm going to F__K you up."" Really ??? Are you kidding ? Don't EVER go to this place, tell all your friends not to go to this place, this was just unbelieveable to be treated this way. Don't go here, this guy is completely wacked. Went down the street to another place place and told him what happened, and he imediately said, that is Dominic, he is crazy. DO NOT GO to Cuban Pete's - Put this guy out of business ~~~ !!! Please !!! Never in my life could I imagine, still can't understand how he treated us like this.",fake
45086,"Cozy, bustling atmosphere, and fabulous inventive menu reaching far beyond the usual brunch items. Quality ingredients and friendly waitstaff. Make a reservation in advance as this place is popular!",fake
42930,"Ugh. Just...don't do it. Don't. Don't let the FAKE chocolately aromas or adorable chalkboard signs lure you in. This place is a waste of your moneys. A real tourist trap. Grr. We came on a quiet Sunday night for dessert, and after being ignored by the hostess for a good 5-10min we were seated at a wobbly table. The music was way too loud. We ordered hot chocolate and the peanut butter chocolate fudge sundae. I explicitly asked that the hot chocolate be brought out first so we could drink it before eating the ice cream. The server actually said to me ""Um I don't know how we can time that, but okay.."" ...really? Likeee, get your shit together. So, as I probably could have predicted, the ice cream came out first. They merely said ""oops"". No offers to fix this. Fools. The ice cream was yummy but should've been half the price, honestly. Oh, he also spilled hot chocolate on our table when he finally gave it to us. Indifferently. I was mad and disenchanted. My boyfriend got to listen to me on my soapbox, explaining to him the importance of customer service excellence. Suffice to say, I ain't comin' back.",real
45458,"I was thinking like ""Does the Cookshop know how to cook?"" I tell you why. SO Disappointed for the Spit Roasted Sasso Chicken, $23, Roasted squash & apple compote, red onion marmalade, rosemary. This under-cooked lookin' roast chicken was hard of cut, chewy meat and no flavor what-so-ever! It's like ""Am I eating a fake chicken or second-hand -chewing gum?"" Something like that. It was that bad. SO Disappointed  for American Wagyu Sirloin Steak, $38 Roasted sweet potato wedges, pickled chili peppers, red onion, cotija cheese, chicory, red wine vinaigrette My gf ordered it and I had a big bite, reason why she gave me a big bite only because  it was So soso steak. What does that mean? So-soso means it was less than OK. And I know what the real Wagu taste like. I was like WTHell U cookin'? Why don't you get a good NY steak instead of getting soso yo-yo American Wagu, Huh? SO Disappointed  for the over salted caesar salad was came with the Wagu steak which I couldn't even swallow because too salty, I spitted it out. That's why my conclusion of this place is: The Cookshop doesn't know how to cook. Maybe the place is great for brunch, maybe different chef? I just saw the pictures, but the dinner sucks! Yes, I'd like to say again. THE DINNER SUCKS!!!",real
40016,"Love, love this place!  Not pretentious at all, as some reviewers wrote.  Drinks are fantastic, fresh, flavorful and worth every penny.  Food is ridiculous.  Brunch is anything but just eggs and potatoes.  Try the Molettes.  Hidden secret: try their tequila shots with a sangrita chaser.  Best I've ever had.  Service is smooth and relaxed just like the vibe.",fake
20908,"I absolutely love this place for a nice glass of wine (they have casually priced as well as very nice glasses). They have heating lamps in the fall/winter which makes for a perfect place to relax and enjoy wine (I haven't had the food). The service is solid too, the waitresses are nice and knowledgable of the wines.",real
24436,"Local 44, I don't know quite what to say. I love your brunch; it's easy to get a seat and there are tons of ever-rotating quirky options. Popping in for lunch is a treat -  that burger will always be excellent. Dinner is another story. You're small, and I guess that's not your fault. But it's hard to find a table in the evening. The Quizzo is my favorite Philly Quizzo, but it can be a nightmare to find a seat on a Sunday if you have more than 3 people. The whole ""your whole party must be here to be seated"" rule can be frustrating in a bar setting. It's rare that the timing can work just right, and eliminates the possibility for a few of us to arrive early on a Sunday to enjoy a few great drafts while the rest of our team shows up a bit later. All in all, you're a great spot (and there aren't too many great bars in West Philly), and I'll keep coming back. PS - Monk's sour is almost always (always?) on draft, which is a nice bonus.",real
33471,"**Note to the uninitiated like myself: The address of this place is a tad misleading -- it's NOT on the Pennsylvania side of the building, but rather on the Fairmount side. So, if you're say, a tourist visiting Eastern State Penn, this makes Little Pete's an optimal spot to grab a bite just before or after.** This is a solid 3.5, but more to the 4 side than the 3. Be still my Jersey heart - Little Pete's is a straight up Greek diner, and for the Mister and me, it was the ideal spot for a quasi-brunch on a windy, cold holiday-week morning. Service took a minute to get off the ground, but once it did, it was quick. Yes, it's a haven for fussy seniors, but most good and affordable diners are. The coffee was okay... nothing stellar, but decent enough. I had the Eggs Benedict, which other Yelpers recommended with good reason -- nice portion size, eggs poached to yolky perfection and the hollandaise is delicious, with a tangy, mustardy kick. The home fries were sort of bland, but there was just enough hollandaise left in the gratin dish to where I was able to plop the taters in, coat them in the sauce and relish my concoction. The Mister opted for a grilled cheese with bacon on whole wheat and a couple of eggs over light (accompanied by those ubiquitous potatoes). He's a tough customer to please, but he admitted that while the eggs were standard, the grilled cheese was among the best he's had -- crisp, melty and just plain good. We received the lunch specials menu, and they didn't look bad at all... maybe next time!",real
10708,"The food is GREAT.  I had the saag panir, and it was some of the best I'd ever had.  Mmm.   I was kind of expecting a hefty portion of food, since I saw that mentioned in the reviews, but honestly, it came in the same sized containers as I've seen at almost every other Indian place.  I mean, I'm a tiny girl, and I finished off the entire container and half the rice in one round.  Well, to their credit, they do give a good portion of rice.   Would definitely recommend this place.",real
15674,"I have been to Italy many times, and know italian cooking well. After reading the reviews I had high expectations for Il Pittore, I was disappointed. The appetizers were quite good, tasty and innovative. For the main course we ordered pasta, as the menu stated were all made in house, and I expected them to be great, they weren't. I had a lobster tortellini. If there was lobster in it, it was unrecognizable, I never tasted it, and the pasta was overcooked, sitting in a decent but not great sauce. That pasta dish was $$27 for an entree portion. My wife had a fusilli with crab. There was one piece of crab in this dish, and you could barely taste it.  We both ordered glasses of wine. The wine was good, but it was the smallest pour I have ever encountered in a restaurant. $14 for an italian white, was an outrageous price,  considering the tiny amount poured. Service was excellent, too bad the food wasn't.",fake
49431,"Best Pho in Central CT (5 stars is just for the pho).  Literally all they serve is pho and spring rolls.  It's a hole in the wall family-owned place (eat on folding card tables), so don't go if you're trying to impress someone with the decor, but if you really like pho this is the best in CT.  Pho Boston in West Hartford has a bigger menu but I've found their pho to be hit or miss... Ok broth but a lot of times their meat is really fatty.  501's broth is really good and they use pretty lean meat.  Le's Vietnamese down the road has other dishes that are good but 501's pho is much better.",real
23530,"Consistent.  Been there a dozen times and every time it's what you hope.  Good place for families who want quality food... Fan of the Suckling Pig, but I've had a number of entrees and all have delivered... Hard to finish your plate w/ the portion sizes...",real
17013,"I have been here twice and both times, I waited 30-45 minutes so guys, expect a wait! I have tried both their brunch and their dinner. Other than their blueberry pancakes (and their amazing not overly-sweet, light syrup) and sugar cured bacon, everything else is just OK - above OK, there is no ""WOW"" factor in the rest of their food. I would come here again (occasionally) but not out of my way. The line is a turn off but for their pancakes, I may consider it. Still a fan of this place though!",real
16916,"Background: Carb heaven nestled away cutely. Very small restaurant. They can't sit parties of more than 6! Details: LONG LONG wait. Plan on at least 1.5 hours unless you come at opening. On the plus side, they have an app/website that'll help keep you updated on where you are in their line. Super helpful if you wanna zip around, go to a cafe or do something else other than sit outside in the cold. (They DO NOT let you wait inside). If you want a muffin - or baked good, you can skip the line and just purchase it. Got some chocolate chip pancakes (chips on top, not baked in). SO good! Fluffy, yummy delicious. Served with a side of maple butter. deeeeee-licious. Favorite part: spinach, bacon cheddar muffins ($2.25) : moist, full of bacon bits, perfectly salty. Only problem is that I didn't buy like 20 to take home. Their beet salad is totally different because it comes with a WHIPPED goat cheese that's nice and fluffy and the bottom of the salad. Good variation on the beet salad with funnel and nuts tossed on balsamic dressing. Verdict: I can't get over how good the spinach, bacon, and cheddar muffins are. I'm still dreaming of them as I'm back here in CA!  Definitely going on my come back list while i'm in NYC!",real
13119,"My boyfriend and I stopped by Sorella on Sunday night because we were dying to try a new pizza option downtown.  We are big fans of Dish so we had high hopes.  We started by ordering some antipasta plates; the pickled beets and roasted cauliflower; both were delicious! Perfect sized portions to share with one or two others.  The bartender also provided us with bread with oil and roasted garlic.  The garlic was perfectly cooked and so rich and yummy. We then ordered two pizzas, with every intention of taking some home.  I picked a white pizza with brussel sprouts, prosciutto, and butternut squash.  It was INCREDIBLE!  I almost ate the whole thing at the one sitting!  My boyfriend opted for a red pie with jalapeno, and pepperoni.  The jalapeno was super fresh and HOT HOT HOT.  I found the pizza itself to be a little soggy as a result of the sauce, but don't get me wrong it was still good.   All in all we found the food to be good, the atmosphere inviting, the decor attractive and the staff attentive and friendly.   I'll absolutely go back, but I'll probably stick with only the white pizza going forward.",real
14682,"I had possibly the best cheeseburger of my life here last weekend.  I got it medium well with Cheddar cheese and I have no idea what they did to this meat but it was amazing!  I'm not sure what kind of bun they use for the burgers but it goes perfectly with it.  The meat is so tender but not too tender.  The french fries were pretty good also, this coming from someone who isn't too much into french fries.  My boyfriend got the wings with their special sauce and he loved them and wanted to buy the sauce!  For the meal he had the grilled margherita pizza which i sampled and it was amazing.  The only complaint is that it isn't a tad bigger.  The service was great, we only had to wait two minutes to get seated and this was during the flyers game.",real
35513,"Sunday,  09/28/14: Meal was fabulous, but the wait between courses!  And they weren't even crowded.",real
5567,Marvelous food produced in this tiny restaurant. Reservations strongly suggested.,fake
17786,"I'm speechless. My out-of-town friend and I stopped in for breakfast the morning after the Big NYC Blizzard of 2010... First of all, they were open (+1), secondly, when I called to make sure they were open, the gentleman informed me that they already had a 1 hour+ wait (+1). We forged the Hudson, bundled up, and frolicked (literally) our way to a heavenly breakfast/brunch. We decided to go savory and sweet. We shared the Southern Breakfast and the Pancakes with Blueberries. For good measure, we also ordered a biscuit. The pancakes were perfectly fluffly, with the perfect amount of blueberry tang - I think there was even some sort of citrus zest in the blueberry reduction.... The southern breakfast was amazing, but seriously, anything with bacon is amazing, and candied bacon is just out of this world. And c'mon, top that with cheese grits and fried green tomatoes. HEAVEN. As we were leaving, we decided that we might need sustenance as we continued through our winter wonderland ventures, so we got 2 bacon cheddar muffins to go. We didn't get a chance to have them yesterday, so we put them in the toaster oven this morning. Let's put it this way, I will be spending the rest of the day trying to replicate that deliciousness... My day has started off very well... both yesterday and today, thanks to Clinton St. Baking Co's amazing food.",real
44462,"Three words: Salt and Ash I will return here just for this one cocktail every time I stop by. The bar's not really crowded during the week but gets busy on the weekend. The downstairs doesn't really fit well with Williamsburg (kind of clubby and douchey) but it's fun if you're in the mood for loud music and a place to dance. Not sure if that's how it is every weekend - I was there on a Friday night and they were playing Rihanna... Overall, awesome cocktails upstairs and bar food. Nice and friendly bartenders.",real
40433,"The margaritas are good, but they don't seem to have a happy hour.  They are about $10 a pop. I like the grapefruit one or Raspberry one personally, and did not care too much for the Strawberry Vanilla one, it was a bit too sweet.  The food is reasonably priced and the taste is good; however, it is a bit too salty.",real
34810,"I've always said that customer service is what makes or breaks a restaurant in this city. The owners of Chicken Provence appears to think the same. After my less than awesome experience with their delivery last time, they contacted me within 24 hours and apologized profusely for what happened. It honestly wasn't a huge deal as rudeness and disappointment is more the rule than the exception when it comes to food delivery in this city. Nevertheless, the owner/manager assured me that the rude employee would be dealt with and offered me a repeat delivery experience on their dime. How could I say no? This time, the delivery was again extremely timely, but the food was now organized into appropriate containers. All the sauces and juices portioned in their proper place. I tried the cheesy cauliflower this time which was mild, smooth, and creamy. The dark meat was delicious and even better than the white meat I had last time. Finally, the carrot cake was consistently mind-blowing. The gf likes her carrot cake dense and slathered with icing but personally I prefer lighter desserts with a more subtle sweetness. Impressed by their uncompromising dedication to customer service, I will most definitely be making a dine-in trip to their restaurant in the near future. Stay tuned for my update.",real
42450,"Pricing may seem high, but once you actually cook like this and know how much quality fats like grass-fed butter and coconut oil cost, you understand the price structure. Unlike most restaurants that can use cheap fillers, HU kitchen uses quality ingredients that actually have a higher nutritional output to them. I had the Big Bowl Veggie mash with the Hu Joe, it was good and very filling. That's what you have to love about eating this way. It's more dense nutritionally so you fill up a little faster! Glad there is this option here.",real
38398,"Simple, delicious, no-fuss dining. The folks serving the food are really efficient as they get everything nicely cleaned and ready for you before you take your spot. They then bring over rice and side dishes, followed by your entrees. The side dishes are great and the food is standard Korean fare. Nothing too fancy. But it gets the job done at reasonable prices. If you're looking for a place to grab a quick bite with a friend in Ktown, I'd highly recommend this place.",real
23323,Great atmosphere. Food was very good.,real
38743,"Hells is my favorite bar in Newark. Ive been going there for a couple of years now. The food is awesome. Try the new hard hat burger, with an egg and peanut butter sauce on it. The bartenders are attractive women who know how to pour a good drink. I could keep going. Game night, burlesque, brunch, daily specials, karaoke, they have everything.",fake
44125,"Zio's is good for a cheap thrill. Two large slices are about $5. So if you are short on cash in Center City you can't go wrong. The staff is always friendly, they take my order quickly, along with the cash. You don't have to wait around forever to get your food, things move along quickly, which can be good if you are in a rush for lunch. The pizza is not too shabby. Not bad but not spectacular, definitely a little on the greasy side, but a solid cheap lunch. FYI: Credit Card minimums are $10; You can sit inside if you prefer; You can find copies of the City Paper and Philadelphia Weekly here; There is an ATM.",real
10905,"Rude employees and overpriced food. No thanks, I'll stick to George's.",fake
42210,"It isn't very often that I will dive my face into a chicken, lick the bones, salivate while doing so, and shed a tear when the chicken is picked dry. But at Hu Kitchen, this behavior is what I exhibit each time I go. Their paleo-esque meals mixed with a sleek modern atmosphere is to die for. It can be a little pricy, but I am hesitating to demote their star ranking just for that alone. This is, after all, Manhattan, where it costs $20 just to fart in some parts of town. Must-haves include: rotisserie chicken, anything including cashew cream, Hu's chocolate bars, chia pudding, and turkey meatloaf. I hope this place continues to be successful as can be.",fake
48356,"my first one. ordered grilled chicken. it had a nice spice to it. the crusty french bread was perfect. perfect crust and soft on the inside. the cilantro adds a freshness to it and the marinated veggies are crunchy and slightly sweet. i got it spicy. it wasn't too spicy, but you could feel the slight heat. all the flavors just work together. perfect on-the-go meal. carbs, protein, and veggies.",real
20936,Love love love the wine flight and the garden seating at the back!  It's less happening but I much prefer that than either wait for a table or eating by the super crowded bar area.  It's as if there are two different restaurants between the inside and outside seating areas.,real
34095,"Sorry. A swing & a miss. I finally got here for lunch with a friend who practically lives here.. and now I am not sure why . Let's start with.. the place feels sticky. Yes, we were here on the 1st HOT day of the year.. but the place, the table.. sticky. I saw Mojito's..so I was in. A pitcher of Raspberry for us, please. Total miss. Hardly any flavor and watered down. Chips, red & green salsa were delivered promptly.. both salsas tasted, again. flavorless and watered down. The only saving grace were the plantains. They were perfect - done with a drizzle of cream sauce & melted cheese.. I should have just ordered those, because my burrito was also very bland. Don't think I'll be back for a 2nd chance.",real
21635,Near my hotel. Dream come true. Fast fresh with a deft hand. Even my noodle bowl was great. I almost reached into the guy sitting next to me's fries! Please go national. We need you!,real
5493,"Came here with my father because he checks out all the new Peruvian restaurants that open up. Came in a Saturday and it was not empty but not full. The space itself is pretty small but nice and decorated in that typical Peruvian way. They have outdoor seating on a nice patio and serve bread with Peruvian aji or hot sauce before your meal which is typical of Peruvian restaurants. Now I came in not really hungry so I got the caldo de gallina or chicken soup (even though its so hot outside!). Food came out so fast! And everything was delicious. My soup was hot and had a nice piece of chicken thigh (I hate when they give you leg, but thats a personal preference). I asked for lime to add to my soup and that also came out promptly and my dad got the cau cau was good. Our waitress was extremely friendly and great on service so we were happy for that! Only draw back, no vegetarian options. Not even a small salad or quinoa but I'll make that suggestion hopefully this will change. Overall great place and would recommend and come back!",real
16738,"An hour and 45 minute wait.  Let me repeat, ""An Hour and 45 minute wait!"" Usually I would say Fuggedaboutit, but not this time.   Let's paint the scene:  It was a Sunday around 11am...a gorgeous Sunday I might add...and me and 3 of my girlfriends had ventured into the LES for what I have heard is one of the best brunches in the city.  So as we strolled down the street, hair flying in the wind Sex and the City style...ok totally kidding, that was what the people who walked past us looked like...the anticipation was setting in.  I could tell there was going to be a wait. I KNEW there was going to be a wait and the many people waiting outside before us was evidence enough.  A little disappointed, since I was ravenous, I took in stride...we went to Cocca Bar down the street to fit in our precious cafe time.   So back to the hour and 45 minute deal...was it really that long?  Yes, yes it was.  Was it worth it? Completely and I will tell you why. This place is Stellar!  I loved that it didn't have the trendy upscale feel, I mean, should breakfast have that? Not really, in my opinion.  I don't need overflowing cocktails with my eggs, that's just me.  I got the Country breakfast that came with eggs, ham, hashbrowns and a biscuit (not the biggest fan of biscuits but it was great...served with a delicious strawberry jam!)  My friends got an assortment of dishes.  The waffles were delicious! And the maple butter. WOW!  I'm not one for sweet dishes, but if you even semi-like pancakes or waffles...order them from here.   Our waitress was excellent.  She was very accommodating and sweet. The place is not spacey, a big clue to why the wait is so long, in addition to their superb product.  I can't wait to come back and get a milkshake, they looked very, very good. 2 thumbs way up!",real
32907,Fantastic hidden gem in Philly!  I went here with two friends during a recent trip down to Philadelphia.  What a nice surprise to discover this restaurant!  All the main dishes and appetizers are tasty.  We were pleasantly surprised how full we were after our seafood dinner as well.,real
12479,Even something as seemingly basic as an Empanada will blow you away! Their prices are very reasonable too. Def. recommend,real
42153,"This is a very chill spot to hang at. They have large open windows out front; which provides great air circulation (esp. on a humid day). Inside, the theme is natural wooden planks and industrial-sheik. The staff is typical 'Queens Natives:' Pretty, accommodating, and knowledgeable (hmmm.., maybe Queens isn't so boring after all!) My friend chose this place as host to Yelp Game Night. And?, good choice Josh R! This place is good for groups. There are benches, stools, booths, and bar stools throughout. There are areas for small parties, and areas for large ones (I like versatility in design). This place also serves munchies. My notable favs:  - Grilled Cheese Sandwich  - French Fries  - Fried Pickle One Minus, our drinks weren't served upon coasters. Condensation water from all of our drinks left our wooden table soaked.",real
45277,Love this place. Gem of Chelsea. All the boys who work there look perfect and handsome. They are also very polite. Best service. The food is exquisite. Brunches are the best. BLT bloody marries are the best in town. Always crowded be sure to order / come in advance.,real
9250,"Went with a group of friends to catch up.  Fantastic food fusion Thai, Vietnamese, Philipino.  So we ordered a little of everything on the menu and there was nothing I wouldn't recommend.  The food is fabulous from the appetizers to the desserts (and I don't typically enjoy cooked banana).  The staff were very friendly and helpful the kitchen is small so they like you to order everything together.  The reason I gave it  4 rather than 5 stars was because from the moment I sat down I felt a pressure to hurry, eat and leave.  I mean they were giving us our cheque before we had finished dessert.  It just didn't make for a relaxing evening.  The outdoor area by the way is lovely however you can't book so make sure you get there early.  Would definitely go back and give it a second go but I don't like to be rushed I like to relax and take my time.",real
3630,"Went here last night with a friend who has been raving about this place for a bit. I'm a huge fan of Loco Pez across the street, and always noticed this location vacant, wondering why someone would build such a nice place without a tenant. I moved away from Fishtown and hadn't been back to Loco Pez for a while, but on my most recent visit, I saw Cedar Point, totally full to the door, on a weeknight. I know this area is up and coming, I lived here and saw it happening, but I didn't expect them to get a restaraunt in there, and have a wait list of over an hour on a weeknight in less than three months time. This was pretty intriguing to me. When we got there last night, there was a crowd, but it was manageable, my friend and I got a table right next to the bathroom, which was a bit unpleasant, based on the layout of this place, it's kind of an odd decision to place tables so close to the bathroom. From my seat, I had to watch people come in and out of the bathroom the whole time I was there, a little weird. The service here was decent, I have no complaints about it. However the food was kind of boring. I know it's comfort food/BBQ, but the burger I had was really bland, and there was a sauce of some kind in it, but I could not taste it at all. The fries were okay, but not crispy, kind of flabby, I had high expectations based on what my friend described. I had a cocktail, and while it was a bit pricey, it was pretty good. Place is pretty affordable, and the atmosphere, other than the table next to the bathrooms, is pretty decent. I'd go here again but probably only if it's dollar taco night at Loco Pez, and they're so packed I can't even get in the door.",real
14224,"I adore Vietnam Restaurant. Ever since they remodeled to this classic Vietnamese French decor a few years back, it has become a great place to go if you're in Chinatown but don't necessarily want Chinese food. It's a popular place with great food to back it up. It's best to call by numbers when ordering here. Personally, I love their appetizers and would recommend ordering a few to share as the main meal. The Crispy Spring Roll is literally fried to a crisp but unlike the spring rolls from other places, these are crispy chewy, the pork inside is made authentic by the basil and spices. One of the bests I've had. The Shrimp and Pork Roll is non-fried like the regular summer rolls, I prefer this because you can experience different textures with its soft exterior, the succulent shrimp, the crispy bean sprouts and the silky vermicelli noodles. The star of the appetizers have to be the Stuffed Grape Leaves. It's the best dish on the whole menu. Unlike its Greek counterpart, these are stuffed with beef and the whole thing is charred to perfection. Dip it in sauce and wrapped them inside a lettuce leaf with pickled vegetables and vermicelli and treat it like a lettuce wrap. It's truly amazing. Not to dis their Phos, but there are other restaurants that do better, not to say that theirs are not up to par, but like grandma's chicken noodle soups, we all have our own favorite versions. That said, my favorite noodle soup at Vietnam Restaurant was a Crab and Egg Noodle Soup that unfortunately have been taken out from their menus. Broken rice dishes are basically marinated barbecue meats served with long grain rice that have been broken into smaller pieces. There's history in broken rice but it actually kinda easier to eat and able to absorb more sauce. I love the national famous Lemongrass Pork Chop broken rice or the chicken one. The vermicelli noodle bowls are also great too. Add more ingredients to your heart's content and get a taste of as many things as you want. I can attest to some of the great curries they have but with the great appetizers and dishes, I usually don't go for a main dish because I rather taste 2-3 different things than one main thing. Whatever you do, do try to order a drink like a Vietnamese ice coffee or a fruit shake. If you're more adventurous, try a Vietnamese lemonade or a coconut drink.",real
35509,"Brunch with a view of Rittenhouse Park, and a side of people watching? Sold. Their burgers are apparently the talk of the town, so of course I had to order it. Since it was brunch time, my go-to brew is the Bloody Mary. First sip, and we have one with a spicy kick! Already off to a good start! Although I question the size of their glass. In my opinion, not big enough. The burger was good. Juicy, well-seasoned, and melty goodness from the caramelized onions and gruyere. The challah bun was perfect, and held together the burger pretty well. It was one of those ""don't talk to me while I'm eating this!"" situations. While my attention was mainly on the burger, the plate did contain some side salad, a pickle, and a huge helping of pomme frites. However, my advice is to finish the burger. Because it really is that amazing. I mean, didn't I get some vitamin C and antioxidants from the Bloody Mary? The burger was simple and comforting, and was exactly what I needed that day.",real
34431,"If you have a huge appetite, you should definitely get the red velvet pancakes! If not, share with another person like I once did. My favorite has to be the apple pie french toast! Great place to have brunch with a friend or a date.",real
15876,"So my co-workers and I were told about this little hole in the wall in Carteret that was supposed to have great hot dogs - we took a chance and shot down the NJ Turnpike for lunch.  When we arrived two thoughts immediately popped into my head...first ""no way I'm eating in this crap hole"" and second, ""hey jackass, don't judge a book by its cover.""   The place is less than a mile off Exit 12 so we got there pretty quickly, parked across the street and when we step through the door we actually stepped into 1952.  I swear, I felt like I was in a movie and we walked into some out of he way roadside shack.  Three of the four people working here must have been in their 80s and have probably been running the joint the same way since it opened...and cooking the same way as well.  Seriously, there is no cash register and the guy simply writes down the prices of what you ordered and adds them up on paper.  It's hard to put into words what this place looked like inside, but suffice it to say that other than the food and soda, nothing was new-I bet some of the photos and signs have been up for 40 years. While this place sells all kinds of lunch fare, I was here for the hot dogs.  I ordered one with chili and one with chili and cheese...but I also got suckered into a sausage sandwich with onion and peppers and a little marinara.  After I ordered I looked behind the old guy taking my order to see that they were making their own chili...not from a can, they were cooking the ground beef in a large iron skillet!  Are you kidding me?  Homemade chili in a little shack like this?  When I bit into my first dog and it had that natural casing snap and a hearty chili flavor I knew I was hooked.  The second dog with chili and cheese was even better, but the sausage sandwich was just ok - great toppings, but the roll was huge and really overwhelmed the guts of the sandwich.   My co-workers were all in agreement, this place is going into the rotation...even if it IS in Carteret and a 20+ minute drive from work. 4.5 stars, pretty much because of my sausage sandwich-good but not great.  Maybe my next trip will bump it up to five stars!  These dogs were THAT good!!   FYI...cash only.",real
24785,"I have a few issues with this place regarding the quality of food for the high price. I would/should be giving it 2 stars based on the food alone, however, the service was so good to warrant a full star on that alone- & I evaluate a place based not only on the food but on the entire experience. So, the food: if you have it on the menu, you better have it in the kitchen. They were missing a few things which was very disapponting. We shared the scallops which were the best part of the meal- but for $3.33/scallop it better be good. I settled for the salman which was nothing special (salmon is usually a fail safe for me, I always get it if nothing else jumps out at me on the menu- so I've had a lot of salmon throughtout my life.) It was accompanied by heavily peppered carrots & green beans and a ""root puree"" which was just a fancy way of saying mashed potatoes.... which was a tease because I was expecting sweet potato, parsnips or SOMETHING better than a root vegetable I am already fully aware of. Drinks were decent: my bf had a bourbon/cherry martini & I had my favorite- a dry, dirty grey goose martini. Hard to mess those up , though. Desserts were a puffed pastry that lacked any real flavor & a coconut creme brulee that was actually quite good- but just like a baked potato- is pretty hard to mess up. Like I said before- the one waitress that was manning the entire floor & bar did an exceptional job. She was friendly, thorough & attentive- she deserves a shout out.",real
26090,"Who says clean and quiet doesn't have a home in the LES?  I checked out Jadis when they first opened, and had the benefit of chatting to one of the owners about their new place.  He really cared about creating an unpretentious space to enjoy quality wine and food with friends.  The whole bar is tastefully done, and the back area is like the large living room you wish you had in an NYC apartment!  Set up like a cozy wine cellar, it has black leather couches, wine cabinets built into the brick walls, and (my obsession) classy modern bathrooms. The fifth star is for service.  I've always been treated well here, from the first encounter with an owner, to the gorgeous Euro-model server who recommended a bottle of the best French Muscadet ever.",real
49073,"Cheap. Great Quality. The cheeseburger I had was very juicy and cooked perfectly. The lady who I think owns/runs the joint is a doll. Shakes are delicious and I'm wishing I didn't finish off the chocolate chunk cookie just now because having no more of that cookie has left a hole in my heart this |        | big. Another charming aspect is the decor. At your table is some construction paper, markers and crayons. Have at it. Decorate the wall. show me your feelings. This place is a reminder that awesome food doesn't have to cost $20+ per person.",real
25263,Forgive me but I feel gipped. I remember a time not so long ago back in Portland & also on the lower east side where I used to order these wings & a) I could order a half portion (6) & b) I could order a whole portion....the difference was that the 1 size portion now available is 6 wings at the previous 6 wings price. It appears they've halved the portion but doubled the price...that doesn't seem fair. The Brooklyn outpost is a loooooong walk from the subway but the wings were still great. We also tried the eggplant salad which was tasty & unusual all the same. 2 serves of wings & a salad set is back $50 with tip tho....,real
47879,"Came here for my 25th. The food was just okay. I had the mango chicken dish. We also had sangria, which was the star of the meal! I also wasn't feeling very well so that could have a lot to do with why the food wasn't as appetizing as it should've been. I wouldn't mind giving it a second try.",real
43941,"Yep! This is the where you'll get a real authentic, hand-crafted, 100% chopped to tender mouth-watering bits cheesesteak. Melted with real American cheese. Not WHIZ! Now is it truly the best cheesesteak in Philly? No. But it's better then chowing down the two places where most of you tourists are forced to stomach. Ahem... I don't even want to speak their names but you know. It's worth the drive and you'll get a nice urban sprawl of other areas outside of Center City, hence the Roxborough/ Manayunk area where I was raised. This place has always been a popular staple on Henry Ave. but now with the recent revamp of what was the Textiles School into University of Philadelphia, it has a big college following. Check it out but expect big lines especially weekends and football nights. If you don't want to wait just cross the street to Dalessandro's lesser competition ""Chubby's Steaks"". Take it, it isn't as tasty as the ""D"" steak but it's still tastier then most. Plus they have better seating and it's more diner-friendly. Delassandros mainly caters for take out with very limited bar seating consisting of angry middle-aged blue collar locals. Don't piss them off and let them eat their beef in peace.",real
3492,Great events from bands to DJ's and a comedy night.  Super reasonable pricing great burgers and craft beer selection....staff is fun and atmosphere makes you feel very comfortable.  Doesn't matter if your super dressed up grabbing a few drinks pre gaming or your dressed down casual looking to stay local and make a night of it at the OCI...either way it should be one of your stops if your in the area.....,fake
43919,"Yep it's me Douglas K. here, typing away in LA (CA)  .... i'm a-gonna review Dalessandro's in Philly (PA) cuz I was just there. My friend had a show at a music spot near here last weekend: when I realized we were close, I walked eight blocks to get four cheesesteaks for assorted band members.  And me.  I had heard about Dalessandro's for years but never been. The best part about the place is the vibe.  All the other best-of type spots in Philly put the demand for performance on the customer.  You have to order in the right way, they always make you feel like you're holding up the line, etc.  That's cool. But this spot is like a little lunch counter and they're super nice.  The steak is different than Pat's/Geno's/Jim's: chopped much finer and more uniform.  No fatty chunks.   I really really enjoyed it.  Even the grilled onions seemed more succulent.  They also have way more hot/sweet/etc. pepper selection.   Dalessandro's has my current cheesesteak crown.  Too bad it doesn't help if I'm down in Center City.   Douglas K. over and out. Douglas K.",real
46841,The service here absolutely sucks. I was seated then waited 20 minutes for service and no one came by.  We left without eating.  The place is pretty dirty.,real
39380,"We had reservations for Thanksgiving. We walked in and found the place packed. We had reservations and were immediately seated at a table. We ordered the fixed price 4-course thanksgiving meal for $49 per person. We also had a Cote du Rhone to complement the meal. The carrot ginger soup was a great beginning. The mixed green salad looked simple, but the dressing and candied walnuts and cranberries really escalated the dish. The main was served on a large plate.  A large turkey breast rolled and stuffed with a mushroom stuffing was accompanied with puréed sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, and butternut squash as well as haricot verts. All were thanksgiving classics and were fantastic. Fresh homemade cranberry sauce was served in a large bowl on the table. The dessert was choice of pumpkin pie or cheesecake with coffee or tea. The slices were huge! Service was very attentive. Everyone including the Owner Debbie was extremely friendly. By the time we left, we felt like regulars. A wonderful meal. Highly recommended!!",real
27914,I loved it!!  I definitely have to go back when they change the menu because it's seasonal.  I had the trout with grits and I was in love.  The portions are quite large for the entrees.  I also had the house made bacon with mustard.  Unbelievable!!  I'm still thinking about it.  Service was wonderful and the coffee was great.  They use Gimme Coffee.,real
46401,"I have been looking for you for over 25 years. Great, great place.",real
592,"My new favorite restaurant in the entire city. I walk by this place every single day of my life on my way to work, and I have been tempted to try it for months because I am a lover of both tapas and flamenco. Today was finally the day to go, and I arrived at around 9:40pm, asking for a table for two. Little did I know that my lovely friend would make me wait for an entire hour and a half, but the staff was extremely gracious about the fact that they were basically losing money since my table could have gone to someone else in the meantime, instead of having me sitting there waiting... and waiting... and waiting... You guys have no idea how much I appreciate the fact that they were so nice about it and never tried to rush me. Anyway, when I decided that I had had enough of ogling at everyone else's food while my little table remained empty as I waited for my friend, I finally decided to order a few things. First, the gambas al ajillo, let me tell you, this is the number one reason why I wanted to go to a tapas place so badly today, I have been craving gambas for months, and these actually surpassed (by a loooootttt) all my expectations. In the end we (yes, my friend did eventually show up) ordered like three servings. We also had the croquetas de bacalao and pollo, and the pelotillas de queso de cabra with serrano ham. I am still not over how delicious every single thing was. Absolutely fantastic. The drinks are also amazing, the tinto de verano is pretty tasty, but then I had the mango sangría and I almost died. I still cannot believe how exquisite it is. On top of all that, the dessert was also perfect, the tarta de Santiago, beautifully balanced. Service was the absolute best, David and Andrés became my pals tonight, and I am definitely looking forward to coming back much more frequently from now on. The ambiance and music were definitely my style, as I knew every song they played. And, let's please not forget, the flamenco show was yet another highlight of this wonderful experience. This is definitely a place I will be recommending to everyone I know.",real
32465,"I like this place. The atmosphere is that of a cozy tavern, and I like sitting near the fireplace in the winter. I've tasted much of the menu and the only thing I didn't like was the Chicken Francese. This may be a matter of personal preference however, I like my chicken pounded thinner and the sauce with more wine and lemon. Of the appetizers, I've had the potato skins, Quesadillas, Wild Hog Wings, Artichoke Dip and the Teriyaki Beef Skewers, all which were good and plentiful. The Fried Calamari is OK but not as good as the other appetizers. Of the entrees, I've enjoyed their Steaks, Wild Mushroom Ravioli, Salmon, Shrimp Scampi and Shrimp and Scallops.They also have a Chopped Salad that I loved and it is so large I was eating it for three days! I noticed several other reviewers complained about the service but I've eaten here at least a dozen times, probably more, and service for me has always been attentive, friendly and swift. Their prices are also more than reasonable. They have music on the weekends and after dinner somewhere else, my S.O. and I will sometimes stop in here for an after dinner drink at the bar. It's a neighborhood Tavern with good food, not a four star restaurant and that's just fine with me. Would love to give it 3  1/2 stars, I wish Yelp would consider changing this feature.",real
6100,"Ok , yes the decor is very nice . It should be , it just opened...however the tables are pretty close together which detracts from the experience a little. The other reviewer who said this was authentic has obviously not been to Thailand or maybe only to an American tourist hotel. While the food was not bad , in general it is overly sweetened and missing the balance of salty sweet and heat that local Thai food needs- but points for fresh garnishes and good presentation . Specifically our ""mussaman""curry was watery and no different to any average red curry.the potatoes were firm and the beef was obviously added after the order was placed , thin slices tough and chewy , not slowly cooked in chunks until it falls apart richly as it is preferably made. The special fish with eggplant was very good , tending to sweet again but a much better dish. We also had chicken larb and crispy duck both of which were ok if again very sweet. The dressings were good but larb was definitely missing the lime juice needed and no lime was served with it . Attempts to get a waitress before weed finished eating were not fruitful. Minor quibble, we had asked about rice with the dishes and waitress pointed us to choice of white brown or coconut in the menu. Maybe we had not been clear or she misunderstood but we ended up with an excess of rice as she also bought 2good serves of rice with the meal. When we mentioned that she had implied rice didn't come with the ordered food she said she thought we wanted more rice - hmmm . No offer to return the extra bowl of rice . Overall , will try a few more dishes but disappointed yet again in the asian food offerings  near Princeton",real
24662,"This is a large place with a bit of an odd lay-out. They seem to offer something for everyone, a pleasant looking outdoor patio w/ live music, a pub-like restaurant, a cellar bar, and a catering room (or two). I can only speak to my recent experience in their catering room. The room is medium sized and seemed to be able to accomodate approx 100. We were 6 tables of 8 and we were lost in the room. Additionaly someone set up the speaker's lecturn far from the tables so it was even less personal. The problem wasnt the room. It was the service. The service was rushed and unprofessional. Servers were clearing plates before people had finished eating and they did not appear to listen to the pace of the retirement party. The coffee service was serve your own and the desserts were plopped on the table as an after thought. They changed bartenders at least once for a retirement party on a cash bar that didnt seem to be too challenging. An elderly man asked for a lime for his bottle of Corona, but after searching for several minutes in the back, the server returned and apologized for not having a single lime in the entire restaurant. I hope the rest of the place offers better service. Even if the food was good, and it was just ehhh, I've worked in the catering industry and the folks working this room didnt do a good job.",real
16204,"Did I already review this place?!? I don't know, I don't care, I am reviewing it again. Clinton Street Baking Co is everything you want from a small eatery and so much more.  As soon as you squeeze through their tiny red door, your eyes can't help but want to pop right out of your head upon sight the extra-large fluffy muffins that they pile high on the bakery bar. Weekday or weekend, It's usually a bit of a wait, so why not order a muffin to share with your party (or eat by yourself)?!?? You take a bite and BOOOOOM blueberry explosion in your mouth, solid idea. As you sit at one of the small tables and look over the menu, you notice that it is simple and small, but still packs a punch. If you're anything like me, you order something with bacon, because, well, it's bacon; then you see someone near you has ordered the banana pancakes. Wiping the drool from your chin, you decide to stick with a savory dish because the one-thrid, half, or whole muffin (I don't judge) has just satisfied your sweet tooth.  When the cute waitress brings your bacon, eggs, and toast, it's clear you made the right choice.  After the last bite, you are thankful to have the streets of New York to walk and burn off the awesomeness you just consumed, but left wishing they would open a Clinton's in Los Angeles. On a scale of one to yum... I give it a hell Yum!",real
6731,"Continental Mid-town is one of my go-to spots in Center City. It has offerings to satisfy picky/safe eaters, foodies, and those who love fun cocktails. My favorite is to go for lunch, which tends to be more reasonably priced, either for the Continental Cheeseburger or the Continental Salad. Other crowd pleasers: the Lobster Mac'n'Cheese (with orzo!), the Astronaut cocktail, the Rad Na Thai Chicken, and the Korean Pork Taco. One thing to note: when I dine in for dinner, I generally substitute out the chicken and substitute in the seared tuna for the Continental Salad; however, when I ordered take-out this evening the request had to be manager-approved and then when I went to pay the receipt was swapped at the last minute for one with a $10 price increase after confirming ""which kind of tuna"" I was getting (not sure what the other option would have been...). (All I'm saying is that it would've been nice to at least have been notified of the price difference.)",real
15305,things that weren't fried were delicious.,real
24411,"Great beer selection, though food menu is a bit limited. Bar is small, but cozy. Have come here a few times for quizzo and had a blast!",real
11608,"Okay 2 people brought up Blue Ribbon's Bone Marrow to me and raved about how good it was and how I must try it. So naturally, I had Blue Ribbon's bone marrow stuck in my mind. I had to get this curiosity out of my head, so A and I went here. A is not an adventurous eater...A loves DRIED up CHICKEN! I definitely don't trust A's opinions on food nor expect A to share my love for food. A just got the Spinach with Chicken and Chickpeas. A complained about how chicken not being overcooked and it was moist....but hey A's a special case. The chicken was really moist and well prepared. I got the Kumamoto oysters with FRESH horseradish! But I was a bit disappointed because the horseradish was off. It didn't have a kick nor did it clear my sinus. I pointed this out to James and he advise he was going to notify someone about my ""tamed"" horseradish. I thought James was just joking but he seriously put the alert out and he gave me more horseradish that wasn't ""tamed"". Since A wasn't going to share the Bone Marrow with me, I wasn't going to order it and eat it by myself. But James talked me into it and so I ended up getting the Bone Marrow with Oxtail Marmalade. The Bone Marrow came out cut into three equal sections. The Oxtail Marmalade surrounded the large oval plate with tons of toasted carbs. Okay, their bone marrow is seriously the hardest thing to eat - if you never had bone marrow...it's slippery little suckers. It was so hard to dig out and the Oxtail Marmalade was a bit too ""heavy"" for me. The Bone Marrow was good but not as good as my DBGB's version and not to mention not as easy to eat too. I wish they would cut these things in half (horizontally) and make my life easier and not to mention just season it for me, rather than me lightly adding my own sea salt. Nevertheless, I am still a huge fan of this place and James is super duper cool.",real
15386,"Really this is a 3.5 star review. I wanted so badly to have my experience there be a 5 star one after my boyfriend and his brother came back raving, but alas, not the case. We got there at 1pm on a Sunday and were surprised to only wait 20 mins which was great. We were seated in a tight little corner but generally loved the ambiance and shabby chic decor. Our waitress immediately came over and asked if we wanted something to drink, and then stood there waiting 'til everyone was ready to order. A little annoying. Our seltzers took a few minutes longer than I would normally expect to come but each one, Cranberry, Blood Orange, and Fiji were delicious. At $4 a pop though, I wouldn't suggest more than one. On to the meal. The corned beef hash is my go-to at brunch. always. like really always. The plate came out and I will say that the corned beef was fresh and delicious but there were a few big fatty chunks on the plate which I pushed aside. However, I could not push aside the fact that one of the two poached eggs that came on top was actually a hard boiled egg. I was bummed. They politely brought me a runny egg and the eating commenced. My two friends ordered the soft scrambled eggs (which are very runny, like served in a bowl runny) and the other got the polenta and eggs which she enjoyed tremendously. All in all, I'm hoping that this just happened to be an off day and I plan to try their Sunday Super one of these days. OMG I almost forgot, order the biscuits...worth every penny and absolutely delicious.",real
49843,"I went with friends for their happy hour special with some friends after work. The food was decent, the drinks were ok but VERY weak. The portion sizes here are also tiny (one taco can be easily eatin in two or three bites), so it would be hard to actually have a good size meal here without ordering several items. Everything is served family style, which makes it a cool atmosphere for a small party. My only qualm is that on the menu you're given an option to order several tacos for a specific price. It doesn't say anywhere that the have to be of the same variety (thus defeating one of the best things about Bartaco, the opportunity to try several different tacos). Our waitress didn't tell us this either, and while it's only a few dollars difference, it was annoying nonetheless.",fake
14387,"Great wings and Mac and cheese, service was good draft list didn't seem to impress me but they had bells two hearted bottled so I was happy nice cool laid back environment",real
8346,It's a shame what I had to go through with this restaurant the day before my baby's baptism...stress...crying....loss of money.  This is my first child and I am very excited to do all these first time experiences with my son.  I called the new owner of restaurant for 2 days to let him bo how many people would be attending my sons baptism no answer I passed by Friday night to see the place was closed at 7:00 pm I knew something was weird so next day around lunch time passed by again to find the place was closed.  I then knew I had a big problem just 1 day before my baby would be baptized I would be going crazy looking for a place to entertain 70 guest.  Thanks to mr Bruno's in lyndhurst they helped Me by serving my family n friends the best food n service.  I would never recommend this restaurant to no one.  The old owners need to come back because at one point bella roma was a great restaurant.......,fake
23534,"This place gets 5 stars no questions asked.  The place looks nice, has great atmosphere and my meal was amazing.  It was also good enough to impress my girl who is 100% of Cuban decent, so that means something to me.  Get the Sangria too, really really good.  I can't pronounce what I got, but it was pork chops with some plantains and it was amazing.  My girl got the pulled pork, that was amazing as well.  I  am going back this coming week.",real
38402,"Best tofu place in Korea-town. When I go to eat here I usually pick one of their tofu dishes and the LA Galbi dish. It's always taste good the few times I have eaten here. Also, the appetizers come with a mini whole fish which is quite delicious. Every time I am in the midtown area around Penn station I would make this a definite spot to go to when I am in the mood for Korean food. Would recommend to all my friends!",real
6187,"During a moment of self-loathing, anger, and having a sad pity party I didn't want to do anything at all for my birthday. Which was over a month ago so this review is way over due. I was persuaded at the last second into getting dinner with a few good friends. I didn't actually pick the place but I said Brooklyn and I had this place bookmarked for awhile. Also, barbeque at the end of the summer is always a swell idea. The whiskey and bourbon selection here is fantastic. Beer choice not so much and it is over-priced. The cocktail menu is also kind of lame. Wasn't the biggest fan of their gin based drink with the muddled blueberries. The gin had an over-whelming bitter taste and ""good gin"" shouldn't do that. It should taste like liquid gold. The second drink I had was the Texas sweet tea with bourbon and it was substantially better but tasted just like alcoholic sweet tea in a mason jar. Their cocktails are priced around $9-11. You could be enjoying a good glass of Widow Jane or Buffalo Trace with your meat instead, so do that. The good parts about this place is that I love that it is conjoined with The Elbow Room. The macaroni and cheese here is pretty tasty and very share-able. We ordered a couple different versions. I only tried the Mushroom Mac with crimini mushrooms, spinach, and gruyere cheese. It was very creamy, the wilted spinach and decadent mushrooms with perfect shaped elbow noodles encasing all of that cheese.The only complaints with this may be with that I'm not partial to having an enormous amount of breadcrumbs crunched on top. Others feasted on Margherita Mac with San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil. This was noted as not being cheesy enough or as good as hoped for. The Old School Mac with NY State Sharp Cheddar, béchamel, and garlic breadcrumbs. - Good, but not the best macaroni ever had. For meats I had the sliced brisket sandwich with a side of cornbread. What I don't like about dining here on the weekends is that a side costs you extra as opposed to weekdays when it is free. LAME. The coleslaw was basic. The brisket even though it was a fresh new batch that we waited an extra 20 minutes for before ordering, since the kind waiters happened to mention they were making a fresh new batch up, wasn't the best quality that I've ever had. Some people complained that the dry rub was extraordinarily spicy. Spicy in the sense of way too much black pepper and seasonings. Not burn my face off heat spicy. I was in the middle on it but agree that less on the rub could have been so much more. The best meat I did happen to sample a small bite of thanks to my buddy Anton and his friends was the GINORMOUS BEEF RIB. I say that because that is the best meat on this menu hands down and you should order it immediately. Between the two of them they ordered two orders of it so I did not feel guilty in the slightest in taking this extra morsel of fatty delicious fall off the bone meat. I never knew in my life that rib meat could be made of not pork and still taste mind blowing. The cornbread lastly was quality with little nuggets of diced up bell pepper and had a hint of sweetness. Finished the meal with an obligatory and embarrassing 'happy birthday brownie' that got passed around. It was okay. But I'd skip on ordering desert here. Overall, decent bbq that could use a few fine tweaks to make it perfect. The Elbow Room definitely helps this place out a bunch with upping its star rating though.",real
27135,"Mostly I really enjoyed this place, but the short version is: great food, not great service.  Got there with my friends and we asked what the wait was  and the hostess answered us with an attitude and then tried to cover up her rudeness by laughing loudly as if she'd just been kidding, putting us in the awkward position of having to laugh at her to seem polite even though she'd actually just been rude.  She was similarly unpleasant for the rest of the evening.  Our waiter was OK, but not at all attentive.  My friend ordered a drink to go with dinner that didn't come until we were almost finished with the meal, condiments we asked for took a really long time to show up, etc. The food:  The bacon appetizer was INCREDIBLE!!!!  Likewise, the short rib appetizer and the mashed potatos side.   The main dishes fell a bit flat.  The fried chicken was really good along with the cheddar waffles that come with it, but the steak came to us cold and overcooked which was frustrating--if you're going to splurge and get a steak at a nice restaurant the expectation is that it will be really good, cooked to your specifications (medium rare) and at least come to you at the right temperature.  I had the pasta dish with the peas which was OK but didn't compare to the appetizers.  However the bellini I had was the best I've ever tasted.  It was just really fresh and natural tasting.  If I were to go here again, I think I would order all appetizers and not even try with the main dishes unless I felt like getting fried chicken.",fake
1699,WHAT? Why does this not have higher ratings? Sure Pats has awesome cheesesteaks but I like the way the onions are cooked here and the way they cut their meat. It was easier for me to chew and they add more onions! The cheese wiz tastes great as I expected and the staff is friendly and prompt. Who knew a cheesesteak could be better than sex. I'm kidding. But who wouldn't want both?,real
35648,"I've brunched, dined and lunched here (once in the same day).  The food and the wine selection are always solid and and change gracefully through the seasons.  The interior is cozy and elegant, sometimes quite cosy around dinner time, but the bathrooms are huge.  The burger (I know) is filling but it's a must. Rouge isn't the cheapest place on the block either. A dinner for two will run you about half a benjamin (without wine).  But all-in-all one of my favorites.",real
14795,"This place is one of the best bars in Philadelphia, hands down. The asian-style wings have me coming back again and again. The burger is also one of the best in the city along with the mac n' cheese. I was disappointed when I was told that they no longer carry Brewers Art Resurrection (N3rd was the only place in the city that carried it on draft) and it's a damn good dubbel. Downsides? None, really. The wait staff usually seems annoyed but I would be too after working in that dank, loud place all day long. Plus I hate most wait staff where ever I go. Extra points for their ridiculous and obnoxiously over the top website. Cheers!",real
8097,"I used to love Pylos but my last few visits have been a little inconsistent. Maybe I have been a few too many times. The appetizers tend to be better than the main courses. The dips are always my favorite. The whipped feta stuffed red peppers are nice and light during the warmer months. I used to love the cold vegetarian grapes leaves stuffed with rice and almonds and saffron but they have been replaced with warm veal grape leave (which I have yet to try) Octopus, meatballs and baked beans are also worth ordering. On to the main courses- After reading the reviews I decided to try the moussaka. I was in the mood for something comforting. Something a little old greek grandma would make for sunday night dinner. I was not impressed. The meat reminder me of hamburger helper (not that I have actually ever had hamburger helper) I liked the zucchini and eggplant but they were overpowered by everything else going on in the dish. The chicken however is one of the more interesting chicken dishes I have ordered in a restaurant. I also like the grilled fish of the day or the salmon. I almost find for the main courses here the simpler the better. Great place for a date. Clay pots hanging from the ceiling. White and Blue walls. Cozy seats.",real
35094,"This is probably my favorite NYC restaurant. The atmosphere is so intimate and romantic. I think it's a great place to impress a girl. I've been here twice and both times food was impeccable. The interesting item on the menu is Negros y crujientes, which is pasta in squid ink broth and the interesting thing about is that it's literally a blue/black colored broth. Needless to say that after eating this dish your smile is not something you want to show off.",real
10417,"Great pizza, I am embarassed that I haven't discovered this earlier!",fake
6670,"I came here on Friday and sat on the rooftop deck. Food was great, service was good. I would have given this place 5 stars but I didn't know smoking was allowed on the deck... My girlfriend is a non smoker and she had smoke blowing in her face the entire meal..unfortunately there weren't any other seats available except for inside.. She was extremely disappointed.",real
18244,"I also waited for 2 hours in the rain yesterday for those famous blueberry pancakes. They were absolutely worth the wait. I really have no clue how Bobby Flay beat these on Throwdown. They were sooooo amazing!! Get the melted butter apple cider- it's literally apple pie in a cup. My friend got an egg white omelet. It sounds kinda boring, but it was not just any old omelet. It was the fluffiest, yummiest omelet you will ever have. This place is perfection.",real
28691,"They have cheap draft beers, it was around $5 for a 15 oz. The soft tofu appetizer was average, the croquettes were good but very small. I tried the dip mera mera the first time and thought the broth was really delicious but could not really enjoy it fully because it was so salty. Me and my friend ordered the same thing and we both added half of cup of water to the broth. I also got to try the kimchee/pork dip soba and that was delicious and not as salty. I also recommend getting the large portion, because the regular isn't too filling. I would really give this place a 3.5 if I could.",real
44835,"I met friends here for lunch a couple of weeks ago. I have celiac disease and I have to make sure what I order doesn't have any gluten. I ordered grilled peaches wrapped in speck for my appetizer and a grilled salmon dish with potatoes for lunch. Everything was wonderful until it was time for dessert. The waiter pointed out 2 desserts that were gluten free. The s'mores semifreddo had malt balls on it. Malt balls are made from barley and therefore are not gluten free. I pointed this out to the waiter and he said he would check with the kitchen. Not one word was said about it from that point on! I didn't order dessert needless to say and I didn't make a big deal out of it. I did however, email the restaurant about it later and pointed out the mistake. I have yet to hear from anyone at EnoTerra. I know gluten free is a huge fad, but for some of us, it is a serious medical condition. I really enjoyed my meal and would love to come back. Believe me it is nice to have a place that you can eat at safely. It translates to repeat business, cough, cough.....",real
10891,"My boyfriend and I eat breakfast here on the weekends a lot. It's fairly basic food and coffee, but it's a great addition to the neighborhood. I usually keep it simple and order the egg and cheese sandwich with turkey bacon. The place is small and gets crowded on the weekends, so plan on sitting very close to the other customers. There is also outside seating. Black n Brew is definitely the best breakfast place on Passyunk Avenue. See you there!",real
3229,"I've met people who make intelligent, even convincing arguments against immigration. (I usually don't agree with them, but I can respect some of their points.) The owner of Geno's Steaks is not one of them. The man is clearly intimidated by the throngs of excellent Mexican and Vietnamese restaurants that have otherwise been warmly welcomed into the ""Italian Market"" section of the city. Here's the evidence against him: a) The famous sticker on the window: THIS IS AMERICA: WHEN ORDERING, SPEAK ENGLISH. b) The t-shirt displayed in a window across the street: ""I'M AN AMERICAN SO I ORDER IN ENGLISH."" Geno's owner Joseph Vento is the grandson of immigrants from Sicily, who faced their own struggles with the English language when they landed in America in the 1920s. Of course, Geno himself is too far removed from that struggle -- he, after all, is a REAL American -- to know how difficult it is for many people, especially adults, to learn a second-language.",real
41724,"~Rating based on MAC & CHEESE~   Came here with my best friend the last month for dinner...since I'm obsessed with pickles. First I would like to say that I think it's unbelievable that people are rating this place based on service just because they don't know how the business runs! Not everybody runs their business the same way and just because it's not the norm for waitresses and waiters not to seat you, you don't have to be rude!!!  Anyway, since this was my first time here, I was a little shy when I walked in, so I asked this girl waiting how you go about getting a table and she told me you just find it by yourself. This is the trick when you go to places, act like you've been there before! They were pretty busy since it was nighttime but we managed to get a table.   Time for the FOOD:) So I got a pickle martini, the fried pickles, and the mac and cheese (no bacon). To my surprise the pickle martini was WAYYYYYY to picklely, I know I should've known, but I love pickles!...I wasn't able to finish it needless to say and I would take a very tiny sip each time. The fried pickles....were so luscious and amazing and not overly greasy. They gave you a good chunk of pickle too.The MAC & CHEESE...OM*G...TO DIE for!!!!!!!!! BEST MAC & CHEESE ever!!!! It came in a skillet, cooked to perfection with the perfect amount of cheese. I don't know how they make it sooooooo good, but I will def come out of my way to come back here!",real
16853,"WooHoo, I'm soooooooo glad I finally got to experience this delightful place. On Mother's Day, what other place do you brunch with mom? Well for me, it was the Clinton St. Baking Company. Arrived at 8:55 a.m. and Yikes there were already about 75 people in line. For a split second I thought Oh No, not again, a 2+ hour wait, (Which was the case in January, for mom's b-day) but it only took about 20 minutes for us to get to the front of the line and give our names and off we were to have some tea & coffee for only a 1 hour & 10 minute wait before we were seated. Everything on the menu looked so delicious that it was difficult to make a decision. Alas, I decided on the Vanilla Buttermilk waffle, the house rosemary sausage & fresh squeezed oj. Mom had the 3 stack pancakes with a side order of ham & a glass of milk. (How cute ... a glass of milk). The first bite of the waffle set the culinary delight for my tastebuds and tummy. It was light, moist and almost melted in my mouth with a drizzle of their homemade maple butter syrup. I ate almost all the waffle before I realized that I forgot I had the sausage. Well let's just say the rosemary sausage did not disappoint. The rosemary was delicate in taste & gave the sausage just enough of a bite to realize it as an after taste. I also tried my mom's pancakes which were light & fluffy and the canadian ham was good with not too much of a salty taste. Let's just say I was full but not stuffed. However, a nice nap would have been great. That's what great comfort food does, it make you full, sleepy & happy. We will definitely return, it was worth the wait and I've been telling all my friends near & far about this gem of a restaurant. Only negative, is that they need more tables so the wait is not so long.",real
22845,"Yummy food. The restaurant itself has a great ambiance. Outdoor seating when the weather is nice. BYOB. Could get really crowded, and they don't take reservations. So you may have to wait to get seated. Love there small plates menu - gives you a chance to try a little bit of everything. I did have one experience of indoor seating with music pretty loud.",real
32688,"The Americana is my favorite place to eat in East Windsor. As far as diners go it's great. The menu is almost too big and they cook most of their items without too much oil. Hash browns taste like potatoes, not olive oil. And sure, the eggs suffer from diluting down with water, but that's pretty standard for diners. They also have a good salad selection with a gorgonzola-cranberry-mixed greens combo that hits the spot.",real
27496,"maybe the best pancakes I've ever had, and an excellent hostess with a very accurate estimate of waiting time... short rib hash a bit greasy and fatty, no wolllensky grill here, but excellent meal overall",real
20324,"I went here and man it was beautiful. I sat in the garden area and it was approximately the time that it opened (around 4:00pm) it was quite, romantic, and quaint... I really enjoyed the environment. It was a little price of quiet in such a hectic town. I got the gnocchi in black truffle sauce. Now this dish is obviously hyped up in the reviews. And it very much deserves all the hype that it gets... The gnocchi was light and fluffy and the black truffle sauce adds a bold taste to it. It was creamy and the truffle was not overpowering as in many other black truffle dishes I've had in the past. Now this is probably a downfall on my behalf but I underestimated the amount of food you get and the type of food there was. The amount of food you get is literally the amount of food that a normal dish is supposed to serve. Also I assumed the food that was going to be served was going to be traditional american Italian dishes. This was because I walked in here with the assumption that this was... An Italian restaurant. As a result I had a hard time choosing exactly what I wanted. I actually had to pull up yelp to find out what to order. And I also under ordered so I was still slightly hungry by the end of it. I should've ordered an appetizer. This is not to take away from the dish. My taste buds were more than satisfied. It was so delicious... But I have to admit I probably would have ordered a little more to try different parts of their menu.",real
29017,"Short version: Nothing special. Longer version: I stopped by at lunchtime and was surprised that there was only one other person in the diner. There was only one more table seated while I was there, during peak lunch hours, despite how large the place is. Maybe it's busier in the evenings? The food was okay. Again, nothing special. I had a burger, fries, and a cup of soup. The burger was cooked as requested and the fries were hot. The chicken noodle soup was okay, but not very hot and rather bland. Service was mediocre as well. The servers were nice enough, but because it was so dead in there, I didn't see much of them either. Food arrived rather quickly, but then I had to wait a while to request another glass of water. And the outside was nicely decorated for Halloween. Oh, and for some reason, the TV was set to Jerry Springer, so there's that, ha!",real
35716,"Finally stopped into Rouge for one of their ballyhooed burgers with my friend, a musician and videographer visiting from Brooklyn.  I had just learned of my admission to grad school, so I was in high spirits.  I love Rittenhouse dining, regardless of how stuffy the crowd can be, and Rouge is now one big reason why. FIRST IMPRESSIONS: I was here a year earlier for a beer and some appetizers, but never actually completed my review here.  Whenever I've gone, the place was relatively small and rarely packed, which I actually prefer, especially in lieu of its gargantuan, almost cafeteria-esque neighbors.  The decor is refined and slightly conservative, but pleasant nonetheless.  You'll look out of place if not dressed ""casually,"" but only if you pay attention to such ridiculous things. THE DRINKS: I had one of their cocktails made with Root, a local Philly spirit fans of dark stuff like Jager will appreciate.  It was very cool, defusing the aftertaste to leave only the finer points of the spirit's aroma.  I've also downed lager here a few times, great place to enjoy a couple beers in a relaxed, upscale environment, especially when the windows are open to the park (rain or shine being equally nice). APPETIZERS: Got the lobster spring rolls, they were very good, super crispy, but a little undersized...not like we needed anything more before the burger. THE BURGER: I say the Burger and not the food because they have an entire menu of what I'd imagine is probably pretty decent fare, but since I went with the cheapest and most typical thing on the menu, it should be specified as such.  That said, holy @%#$ do they make a good burger and fries!  It is massive, for one thing, one of those deals where you have to approach it at an angle, only people with massive heads can rock a full bite.  I'm talkin Shaq sized domes...what the Israelis would call a certain, ""rosh gadol.""  The fries were heavenly as well, served with a wire stand in wax paper, perfect companion to this behemoth burger. THE SERVICE: Our server, Lauren, was very nice, responsive and courteous.  Either I've been getting lucky, or I haven't been out enough (probably the latter), but I haven't had major issues with service while eating out for a while. THE BOTTOM LINE: I recommend this place for a burger, especially to people who, like me, try to avoid burgers for most of the time...this is where you go to indulge once or twice a year.  It's also a great spot to have a relatively intimate place to unwind that won't hit your wallet as hard as some of the other joints on Rittenhouse square.",real
25916,"I was staying in the city for the weekend and arrived before my friends did, so I was looking for a place to have dinner alone.  Jadis was a perfect fit.   The food options were small but hearty; I had the ham, Tomme and caramelized onions sandwich (which wasn't the French-style panini that I had been hoping for, but was still delicious and heavy on the ham).  I also had a glass of wine, which was a heavy pour, from their list that includes wines by the glass, carafe (at least 3 hearty glasses and bottle).   I was disappointed to have missed out on $4 glasses of wine for happy hour (5-7 most days) but thoroughly enjoyed the contemporary French music being played.  It worked for my needs, but would have been even better on a romantic date...",real
29111,"I was looking for a place to throw my fiancee's 30th birthday and a friend recommended ocabanon. I am really grateful to my friend as it turned out to be a home run. Everything was spot on - the food is delicious, they have a wide selections of wines and the service was great. We were a party of more than twenty and everybody had a great time and really enjoyed the food. We had the mezzanine for ourselves and we almost feel like we were at home. It is sometimes a bit daunting to organize parties for large group in the city as owners sometimes give you the attitude. Here it was just the opposite - everything was hassle free. The space is very warm and cozy, so be it a romantic dinner or a large group party, ocabanon is the perfect place. The owners have a good concept and a nice story to tell as well...Two of them have worked in three stars restaurants like Daniel and Le Bernardin, so you can rest asured those guys don't fool around with French cuisine! Thanks ocabanon for we all had a blast and my fiancee will cherish the memories of her big 3.0 party.",real
14549,You can find places like this in the small neihborhoods all over Philly.  This one is one of the better gastro pubs I have been to. Cheap drinks and great food to go with it. Its a bit loud but the sevice was fast and friendly.,real
10958,This is the best pizza around!  The Brooklyn is better than any I have had anywhere else.  The BBQ Chicken and Buffalo Chicken are also excellent.,real
38596,"The guys who own the cart are young and sort of cute. They use a hoagie roll instead of a potato roll which has its ups and downs. A potato roll is one of man's greatest inventions while the hoagie roll certainly provides a heartier meal. However, the inside of my mouth is cut to hell from the roll. The hot dogs are not Hebrew National. I can tell because they are longer than the aforementioned brand of which I was raised on. Not thinking about ""lips and buttholes"" the tastes was buttery and smooth. I opted for the Coney Island selection with chili, shredded cheddar, hold the banana peppers. Unlike my initial claim to a friend, these aren't  necessarily ""Gourmet"" ingredients but the options go beyond ketchup and mayo. Prices go up after 2. What a smart way to take advantage of the drunk post-bar crowd. My final verdict is that I will most likely only order from the hot dog guys when I am really drunk and wondering by, or really drunk and feel like shamelessly hitting on some guys in contained quarters.",fake
34315,"Yelp, I can't do anything without consulting you first... I think this is turning into a major problem, because I almost didn't try Cantina Los Caballitos because it only had 2 stars out of 8 reviews! But you know what, I am so glad I went. My food was delicious. My friends' food was delicious.  I had the stuffed avocado salad.  Super yummy and fresh! Another friend had the nachos- gigantic and delicious (this is a plate of nachos that is meant to be shared- and since it's $9 you'll want to share it).  My other friend had something... but he ate it so fast, I can't even tell you what it was (but I'll assume it was delicious). Also, I feel like a complete and total alcoholic because all day today I've just been thinking, ""mmmm... i want another blood orange margarita... mmmm... yummy..."" and then I follow that thought with a, ""mmm... margarita...""  My friend prefers the city bike margarita, but seriously, folks, I would suggest that everyone order the blood orange margarita, on the rocks, with a salt rim. The service was good.  The atmosphere was nice and relaxed.  The one problem I have with the place comes with the jukebox.  I understand that Cantina is owned by the same people who bring us the Khyber and Royal Tavern, but if you're going to open a Mexican restaurant, maybe you shouldn't play an entire Led Zeppelin  album during dinner time on a Saturday night? I don't know, that seemed a little silly.",real
41864,"Oh Sweet Afton, *sigh* the memories, mostly fond but some nostalgic.  Someone on here mentioned Sweet Afton getting reverential treatment in Astoria and it does.  335 Yelp reviews the place is definitely discovered and I think that's hurt the place some.  Going on a weekend now always leads to over-crowding in a space that's not really that big, laid out for groups or good for flow-traffic. Hate to be that guy, but there was a time when it was the best classy neighborhood bar.  It probably still is but now everyone is there. Nevertheless, during the week the bar can have just the right amount of people in it to make it the perfect place to go with a friend or a date.   The brunch menu is small but what's on there is solid and pretty affordable.  The pickles and mustard are subtle stand-outs. But I wouldn't really come out of my way to eat here, you come here to drink damn fine but affordable cocktails if you're a girl and well-selected beers on tap if you're a lad (stereotypes pending).  You come for the sexy night-time ambiance.  You come when you want Manhattan-class with friendlier borough attitude. Sweet Afton is still amazing even if one can't control it's surging popularity.  It'll always hold a tender place in my heart and even though I won't visit like I used to, I wish others to discover it's majesty!",real
18850,"My daughter and I are visiting form Dallas, this is an excellent value and a true neighborhood gem!  Lunch for less than $10, and in true NY style, know what the hell you're ordering before you step into line!",real
19868,"These guys are open late for all your drunken (food) desires. After my sister's bachelorette party shenanigans, it was pretty unanimous that everyone wanted/needed something greasy to sop up the cocktails. I gave our limo driver the address for Sonny's and we were whisked to cheesesteak heaven. We must have arrived just before the bars closed because there were only a couple other people there. I'm sure this place gets slammed at 2am. Everyone received their orders pretty quickly. Back in the limo, I immediately regretted not adding some fries to my order. I nabbed a few from my sister's friend and they were some of the hottest, crispiest, tastiest spuds around. From what I recall, my whiz wit was pretty solid as well. We were pretty tuned up when we arrived and the guys behind the counter were so nice. They must have the patience of saints, because I can only imagine what they deal with every weekend.",real
5482,"I ate here for brunch once, as I live down the street and drive by often.  They do a good job of advertising out front with signs and specials posted by the street.  So I ventured in one Sunday in the late morning after doing a hike nearby and having built up an appetite.  It is a neighborhood style, family-run place and most of the staff are relatives of the owner.  The waitress told me how much work her family put into re-doing the place as the previous owner of the place let it go.   Anyway, I sat at the counter and had a short stack of pancakes (2) with an add-on of fresh strawberries and whipped cream.  Also had an iced coffee.  Even with the short stack I was only able to finish 1 pancake.  Very filling but still very light and fluffy.   Overall, a decent meal at a very reasonable price.  The bill was under $10.  Maybe next time I will try one of their lunch sandwiches or salads, if not breakfast again!",real
32974,Got the 5-course Sunday night special and it was fantastic.  Everything was fresh and delicious with a twist that made it special and different.  Restaurant was super cute and service was attentive.  Wasn't crazy about mahi mahi but I am not crazy about them in general.  It was an excellent experience.,real
40036,"Nice place. I was a little thrown off by some of the Asian (possibly Chinese?) lanterns and decor, but it's definitely Mexican! The space is a little small, and the bathroom is right by the door, which is also right by the alcove where people hang out to wait for an open table, so maneuvering about can be a little difficult. The guacamole is delicious. Not too smooth, not too chunky, with a nice amount of tomatoes and onions and other goodies. The portion is a little small, perfect for two people but if you're planning on splitting it between 3 or more people you might want to get more than one order. I was intrigued by their calamari tacos, but I really didn't like them at all. They didn't have much flavor, I couldn't taste the arboli sauce even though the squid were clearly red. They were also too tough, and very small. I was also kind of bummed that they don't let you mix and match your tacos, you can only order 3 of the time kind. Who does that? The skirt steak was delicious. As was the dark ginger mojito. Oh man, that drink....it needs to be in my bloodstream all the time.",real
43,I. Love. Toast. My favorite Café to study in...also my favorite green tea and eggs benny toast.,real
35187,"This place was one of the best Spanish restaurants I have ever eaten at, since we are short of Spanish in Sydney.  Heaven for vegetarians as I had quite a few choices, when most places are quite limited. My favs were the crispy artichokes small plate and the veggie rice dish which were to die for, as I've never had something like this! Love this place will defo comeback when I visit again.",real
33794,One of my favorite places in the city for Mexican! Their good is delicious and their margaritas are amazing!!! Definitely a must if your in the mood for Mexican!,real
36912,"Wednesday night, stopped in.  VERY loud.  Music and a couple groups of people that seemed to be on a tour.  They left about half way through our time there.  Music was fine.....good mix.  From arrival to our first drink was about 12 minutes.....way too long, and the bartender that took the order did everything but make my drink!  Come on, it wasn't THAT busy.  The decor was fine except they've stripped everyhing off the walls making it even louder.  I'd go back but only for a different atmosphere not because I feel drawn back....... it was too, well.....ordinary.",real
8077,"The hubs and I had dinner here for our recent wedding anniversary, and on the whole it was pretty delicious, if not 100% perfect. The restaurant is also beautifully decorated without being overbearingly ""design-y"". We started our meal with the arugula and pear salad, which had a great mix of texture and flavor, with crunchy pistachios and creamy cheese wedges. It was slightly overdressed, but not enough to ruin the joy. We also split the artichoke moussaka app, witht which I would be hard pressed to find fault -- oh, was this good. It was moan-aloud-orgasmically-at-the-first-bite good. I ordered the baby lamb chop entree, which arrived with the lamb cooked to a perfect medium rare as ordered, and generously portioned. After our shared apps, I was only able to eat two of the four chops. The accompanying stuffed baby eggplant was also delicious, but the potatoes were a little hockey puckesque. The bite I had of hubby's pistachio-crusted bass was delicious. We opted to skip the dessert in favor of a pint of Haagen Dazs caramel cone ice cream with two spoons at home on our couch, but we were definitely tempted by their menu, and the options seemed surprisingly affordable relative to the pricing on the rest of the menu.   Minor point deduction for the hockey potatoes, for a somewhat lackadaisical server, and for seating us in the brightly lit back section abutting the kitchen instead of the candlelit sexypants front section on our anniversary. But mostly awesome.",real
17602,"Um... no. This is never going to happen again. Seriously, folks. I mean I love food stuffs and I am not going to hate on a place just because there is a ridonkulous wait or I have to journey the whole island to get there. That being said, places with hella hype are subject to strict scrutiny -- I go in a little suspicious and the hype doesn't color my perspective (for the better in this case, I guess). Anyhow... like I said, no go on this spot. I had the ""Spanish Scramble."" I *guess* I should have known better - it did say Spanish, not Mexican, but no... chorizo does not translate to ""sausage"" in this brain. (Technically it is in the sausage family -- it's like Genus: Sausage, Species: Chorizo). Granted sausage is good, great even, but not when you are thinking you are going to get chorizo. Whatever, fine, sausage and eggs -- but then the eggs come and they are runny... runny egg whites at that. Who eats runny egg whites?! Gross. *sad face* I had the brilliant idea to substitute the biscuit for the toast thinking ""ohhh yeah, at a bakery this is going to be soooo good."" The biscuit was fine but why would I rather have a KFC biscuit than another Clinton Street Baking Company biscuit? The thing wasn't even warm when they brought it over. Oh geez. And then the potatoes.... kinda like mashed potatoes in a browned shell. No! I mean seriously, papas (potatoes) all like that? That isn't even right. I took a scone to go and had it later. Nothing that great and not awful, just fine. And the ""customer service..."" pffft. Hella rude. Just needlessly rude - as if I can't mess up my egg whites at home for 1/4 of the price. And they add a tip if you have a party of five. Calm down! I tried my friend's pancakes with bananas and the sugar cured bacon. The pancakes were good and the sugar cured bacon was alright - really sweet tho. In sum... no, it is not worth the trek to the LES. No, it is not worth the obscene wait. And no, it is not worth the money.",real
44507,Great oldies music! Amazing classic deviled eggs! Decent wine selection.  But I have to admit the crowd is a tad timid.,real
38645,I love me some dapper dog goodness. The menu selections are great and I can't wait to order a "whatever i want on a roll" sandwich for $5.,real
4488,"Really?  Must you be so amazing, Tom's?   Let's start with what this place is:  a circa 1936 awesome old school diner with yummy food! I showed up here on a Saturday with my husband and there was a line around the corner (it was almost 10:30AM) and it was raining, AND we waited :)  It was a long-ish wait, but the lovely part?  This sweet older gentleman comes out every so often with some food or coffee...and with the warmest smile and kindness!  I don't remember the last time I had such stellar service! onto the food... 3 words: Lemon Ricotta Pancake.  TO DIE FOR!  Never in my life have I had a pancake that I wanted to eat without anything on top!  It did not need syrup or butter (even though you get flavored butters), it was THAT good!   Go to Tom's, get thee some amazing pancakes, smile, kick back, and eat!  Go hungry!",real
9506,"I've been here a few times.  The beer selection is pretty good, and the prices are reasonable for Princeton.  I like the sandwiches and the fruit salad with goat cheese is pretty good.  The service has been good each time I've been here, and it has a nice ambience.",real
33225,This place was crazy inside with trippy murals.  Food was tasty and service was outstanding- they offered us complimentary shots and desserts.  Can't argue with that.  Great place.,real
17520,"We were told there would be a long wait before coming here but 1.5-2 hours wait for breakfast at 1 PM was unexpected... so, we ordered take out which was ready in 15 minutes... and with some team effort, scored a bench across the street... and devoured our meal while watching all the people sitting outside - starving. On a gorgeous day, it was a much better option than sitting inside where everyone was practically on each other because it was so small. I had the buttermilk biscuit sandwich and really liked the biscuit.  It was not dry at all and had a good crunch.  If only it was dinner time, we would've tried the buttermilk fried chicken.",real
18988,"I only had Samosa and drumstick for snack. They tasted alright, but I sure will order from the lunch menu next time.",real
27372,"An ""ethnically white"" place. The staff acts very particular and knowledgable and tries to project sort of a gourmet sensibility. Meanwhile, things are not as special as patrons and staff might like to believe and the dining and bar experience ends up a bit high-strung.",real
12006,"Loved Pio Pio. Perfect for your Peruvian cravings!  Seasoning is always great, as well as service, selection and atmosphere. The sangria is PERFECT to go along with any dinner you have here and their portions are plentiful, so you get your bang for your buck. I can't wait to bring visiting friends here.",real
48475,"They say "" The best burgers on the island"" NO WAY! Not even close people! It was like a thick piece of chop steak with little flavor on an English muffin! The bacon was like beef jerky and the fries were extra greasy! Very old looking too, pass up on this joint if your looking to find a great burger!",real
30724,I like this place a lot. They treat you like family here. Very respectful to the customers that come here. The pizza is very good and not a thick crust. You can eat a slice of pizza while watching a football or baseball game here.,real
5116,"Recently in Philadelphia for a day to visit family and friends, I was invited here for pre-dinner cocktails.  Owned by Woody (the prior owner of the dimished namesake gay bar Woody's), this bar-slash-restaurant pleasantly kicks it up a notch with an appealing (if constantly crowded) interior, an oblong rich wooden bar reminiscent of Cheers, and a dining area extending through to the back of the space.   What's memorable about this invention is that it 1) picks up the neighborhood by making good use of a space which has housed many failed restaurants; and 2) blends in with the revitilization of the 12th and 13th Street corridors that compose Philadelphia's LGBT neighborhood.  The bartenders shine, and they are more than pleasant, accomodating and deserving of their tips (albeit very busy during happy hour).  The drinks (as previously mentioned in another review) pack a whallop.  I had four rum and cokes (purchased by various friends during my time there) and consumption induced a comatose-like sleep later that night. There is a fly in the ointment, however: the food.  For such a fine interior, the food (pork shank, lobster and pasta in a cream sauce) were memorable only in that the dishes were horridly bland.  I would sooner seek flavor by running my tongue along a carpet in an inner-city needle exchange clinic.  The upside: the waiter was pleasant. Final thoughts: Great for drinks, company, and atmosphere.  Leave it at that and everyone will have a wonderful time.  Three stars for the business, an additional star for the pleasant staff.",real
23373,"I had heard rave reviews from my co-workers and thought great Cuban food and Sangria was the way to go. Atmosphere was wonderful... until we were sat in an uneven corner on the outside patio. We went on a weekday and the place was not busy at all. Later on a couple was also sat right next to our table. I understand rotating sections, but really ? This place is large but seating is cramped. Our server was not very attentive, but an older server seemed to also keep an eye on us. Not the best service I've had. Tapas were delicious. Our entrees were plentiful ! I think one entree could actually be shared between 2-3 people. We ordered Cuban Pete Sangria which was bland and watered down.  For dessert we had the tres leches cake and at the mango flan. Mango flan tasted like it had traces of mango in it, otherwise, bland. The tres leches cake was awful; it tasted like cake just soaked in regular milk. In essence, I'm giving this place 3 stars for atmosphere and appetizers.",real
24732,"This place is one of the hidden gems located in Center City, Philadelphia. The place has a very cool comfortable vibe filled with aroma of great food. We had the duck spring roll special and goat cheese appetizer. Both were delicious. The spring roll had just enough punch in meat and dipping sauce to make this meal one to remember. The filet was cooked perfectly and the mashed potatoes were the best I had in a long time. The mashed potatoes had just enough garlic and butter to make them savory but not too much to wish you have mouthwash after. I had a glass of Pinot noir that complimented the dish perfectly. Finally, the service was above and beyond than most places. I will be back to try more of what Slate has to offer. All in all a five star review.",real
18604,"When they make their cheesecake.. it's the best. For some reason, they don't always carry it  - a dissapointing fact of life. Their biscuits are crumbly, salty and delicious - dinner specials are often impressive and original (decently priced too) - and brunch is a never fail strategy.  Desserts are served with the Brooklyn ice cream factory stuff.. nice touch. Just be sure to get there early (or on a weekday) to beat the line.",real
47260,Awesome Italian Restaurant - great regular menu and daily specials - everything I have had here is fresh an perfectly prepared with excellent service to boot - oh and BYOB - Enjoy :)!  The veal Osso buco is excellent and back on the special menu for select days in the winter timeframe!,fake
768,tourist trap. chunky meat disgusting wiz,fake
5959,"wonderful, vibrant, authentic little hideaway on south street. Staff was sweet and attentive, food was muy bueno! --downside...small/cramped. all in all and place worth going back to!",real
5639,"I passed by this restaurant once before.  I entered the door and the delectable aromas drew me in.  However, it was so crowded that I couldn't stay.  I came back another night with some of friends.  Food was great and their mojito was one of the best that I've had.  Great ambiance and good service!",real
14079,Not the best pho i've ever had but still very good.,real
18206,"i dont like pancakes, i prefer eggs, beans, yogurt, oatmeal, vegetables, and/or fruit for breakfast; but DAMN these pancakes are something else.  I've been here a couple of times and the blueberry and banana/walnut are both great.  We usually get an order of pancakes for the table and order different brunch entrees (which were all up to par).  please dont be that table where every single person orders pancakes for themselves.. it's just tacky.",real
35855,"service was horrible, waited long time for drinks, waiter knocked a glass of water, food average, samosas inedible, I make better chicken at home. PASS.",fake
19842,"Okay okay I get it, this is probably a great spot to just sucker us out of towners, but it was near my hotel so why not.  Got the standard wiz wit and I was not disappointed.  Yeah, it may have been a little bit bigger or a little cheaper, but those are just minor details.  I'm just happy I don't live near here otherwise I'd be cheesesteakin' it out a few times a week...",real
19696,"After my fantastic guy friends were denied entry to Mint due to their foot attire, myself and the group stumbled across Khyber. We were welcomed with open arms and by open arms I mean the bouncer told us the guys could go into the bar rockin' their sneakers. I was pretty impressed with the feel of the place downstairs and after a moment or two we made our way upstairs where the feel was more hipstery and they served a buttload of PBR & Miller. The backroom served as the dancefloor with the DJ spinning hits from the 90's/early 2000's. The crowd itself was just mehhhh however, I don't know about you but I always have a blast when there's awesome friends, cheap beer, good music and ridiculous dancing involved!",real
23804,"Super friendly crew, very robust salsas and sides, their Mariachi Platter was a knock out!",real
39130,All I can say is YUM! I make meatballs quite frequently and a friend of mine said I should try Marabella... I honestly think I will be using their meatballs for sunday dinner from now on! Great sandwiches and super sweet cashier.,real
18941,"I read all the rave reviews and decided to go there last weekend. The dosas were not nice at all. The stuffing had lettuce and red bell pepper! Who puts that in dosas! If you want good dosas, I would rather go to Chennai garden! Those are so authentic and yummy!",fake
24514,"What this neighborhood needed- great atmosphere, good beer selection, and good patrons (unlike the previous Kellians bar). This is one of those bars that helps define a neighborhood: think Standard Tap or North Star. Best time to go: happy hour. I try to avoid it Friday and Saturday nights though because it gets ridiculously crowded to the point where you can barely move, and really really loud because of the acoustics of the room.",real
21128,"I love this spot. The dim lights, fire place, cozy little spots. Love their wines. Its the best place for a romantic date.",real
9454,"Had a great dinner experience here with friends - we were celebrating a 21st birthday, and our server was very friendly and attentive. Sit outdoors if you get the chance! The food is delicious - we ordered mostly ""small"" plates, except for two friends who shared a burger, and the ""small"" plates are definitely not small. The burrata crostini is absolutely delicious. We also had a few beers and the really excellent pear cider. The atmosphere is very relaxed and overall it's an amazing establishment in the heart of Princeton.",real
13506,"You can eat Fresh GLUTEN FREE Breakfast and lunch dishes. I had my first GF Grilled cheese with Bacon sandwich for Lunch then went back the next morning for a 3 piece French Toast Breakfast made from fresh GF brown rice, tapioca and corn grains. Actually tasted fresh, light and fluffy with a very easy crispness. I took my time eating to enjoy the fresh flavors of each dish. The staff and owner are friendly and enjoy what they are doing. Tastes great and you will smile here. Jim from Dallas, Texas",real
30768,"I really don't understand how people could say that the pizza was GREAT or anything  close to being good??? This might have been the worst money I ever spend on food!!! Sorry, but if you say this place has great mussels and pizza then you really don't get out much!!! My mussels came out cold as if they weren't microwaved enough and Prego and Ragu have tomato sauce than this place!!!  The pie is your typical pre-made out of the box pizza, however, the garlic bread was good and the beer was cold.  I could have saved a tone of money and went to my regular spot ""Applebees"", and oh by the way, what bar doesn't run drink specials because they are so called cheap already???",real
7607,Excellent Greek food. I had the haloumi appetizer with grapes and pine nuts and it was so delicious!! Perfectly pan fried n the grapes made each bite sweet and savory. I had the poached salmon as my main and it was good but I have had better salmon. The bed of rice and spinach pilaf was excellent though. My partner had the lamb shank and he said it was wonderful. I liked the cozy atmosphere and the service was attentive and helpful. I felt well taken care of and would highly recommend this restaurant.,fake
32859,"I absolutely like this cozy little street corner, Bella Vista, superb fish specialist, BYOB.   You start with a menu written and printed on note paper, with limited items to choose, and you will still have a tough time to decide what you want.  That is when your server can jump in and help you out, (when you can find her).  There is seating for 28, I made reservations two weeks in advance and I anticipated and received excellent prepared fish with superb presentation, freshness and texture.  The tiny space was complete with an open kitchen, diverse clientele and nice wine glasses with no corkage fee which the suburban BYOB's have been throwing at you lately. For apps we had the Octopus,  so tender, texture perfect, presentation delightful; and the Big Eye Tuna, seared exterior, rare interior served with eggplant, watermelon slices, what a wonderful balance of flavors. Entrees we devoured were the striped bass and the monk fish.  Both fantastic in taste, preparation and accompaniments.  Textures and flavors throughout each dish complimenting and supporting each other. Places like this need a separate category.  This wonderful find is in the order of Pumpkin and Matyson, two other wonderful BYOB's which make regular restaurant goers want to be and strive to be ""foodies"".",real
15033,"I guess a bottle of vino with Etta James isn't the most conducive to my decision-making skills right now. I was so torn as to what to rate Northern Spy that I ended up doing it mathematically in list form. +1 Cute decor - Northern Spy has that understated rustic charm that supersedes the almost-forced designs at Penelope (sorry). Good for a meal with the girls or a date. +1 Milk bottles for each table for water refills - Always a nice touch. I'm always parched if there's any hint of oversalting (or MSG) in my food so I don't have time to wait/ask for water! Yay. +1 THEY HAVE HOMEMADE HOT SAUCE - We forgot to ask if they sell bottles of it, but it tastes like a less sour, but thicker Tabasco sauce. Much better. +1 My pulled chicken sandwich with poached egg smelled absolutely divine as it was set down before me (+1). Sadly, the chicken was overcooked, dry, and unseasoned (-1) and there wasn't enough salsa verde in the sandwich (-1). The dressing and bits of salt on the side salad were lovely (+1) and I loved the strong paprika flavor on the surprisingly non-mushy home fries (actually potato slices) (+1). +3-2 = +1 -1 Servers trying to rush my sloth-like pace of eating -  At the first ""Are you finished with that,"" I understand you're getting anxious about that crowd waiting outside, but after the SECOND time, it's just silly. My hand was mid-forking! I was still chewing! Until they got busy, service was lovely (poured our waters a few times and checked in on us after the food arrived). 0 Their Fuji Apple Mimosa and Concord Grape Mimosa were nothing to write home about. Heavier on the champagne than the fruit flavor, but not too sweet. The Apple was a dash sweeter than the Grape though. +4-1+0 = 3 stars Notes: - No wait for 2 at 11AM on a Saturday. The crowds arrived around 11:30AM. - They don't take reservations for brunch or lunch (weekends), only for dinner for parties of 6 or less and lunch M-F. - Two adorable whitewashed wood booths in the back. - Single, co-ed washroom.",real
10753,"I love Black n Brew's selection of food and smoothies (nothing tops the banana/peanut butter), but I don't look forward to interacting with the staff.  They're just not friendly, and I kind of feel like a stranger to then even though I've been a regular there for a while.",fake
1540,Pros: The bread was delicious and the sweet peppers were tasty. Cons: Not enough cheese!! The steak wasn't as plentiful as one would have hoped when they visit a renowned establishment such as Geno's. They only accept cash.,real
34144,Great food with lots of vegan choices. Tortilla chips not at all salty and the ice tea - which can b a big blunder at bars - was delicious and ice cold.,real
25013,"one of those 'i've never written a review before.' and i haven't. because nothing in the world is worth a review except for these damn tacos. do i bring my first dates here, absolutely. have i brought my grandmother here, no, because rest her soul she passed away 10 years ago, but would i have brought her, absolutely. am i going to have five tacos cater to my first wedding, yes. my words can't do the flavor justice so i wont even try. get the taco, put the sauces on, eat it, then get another. then go out, drink, hit on girls and fail, but when you come back later for a nightcap taco you'll forget she existed. see you there tonight.",fake
39492,"Was a good experience. Ordered a ton of food and all of it was tasty. The oysters were okay, the mussels weren't bad at all, and the server was very nice. We plan on going again.",real
25751,"This place is seriously a gem. The prices are great and the food is on point. Small portions, so expect to order a few items to be entirely full. They have a wonderfully stocked red and white wine selection as well. - the Mac & Cheese tartelettes were bite sized pieces of heaven. We were served four pieces. - the Brushetta (special, not on the regular menu) was a bit salty for my taste, but I enjoyed it anyway. Four servings, slightly bigger than bite sized. - the Riesling Kabinett ""Niersteiner Spiegelberg"" was described as one of the sweetest white wines they had on the menu. I genuinely enjoyed it, but if you're used to Moscato sweet...this one is more on the crisp side. - the Cadillac Chateau ""Cousteau"" was insanely sweet (yes I'm using Moscato) but then again it is a desert wine. Had an apricot taste to it. I loved the atmosphere overall. It's rustic and eclectic, the shelves are lined with old items and new books. Will be coming back here, but maybe as an after dinner drink spot.",real
28281,Food is always good & we are always welcomed there with our family!  Great BYO in town!,fake
30025,"I remember when I used to come here for all of their insane dance nights pre-Barbary. Those were a magical time, but, for me, it was the past. Fast forward to today and I still enjoy Silk City for different reasons: their bangin' brunch. I really believe that if Silk hadn't have stepped up their food menu and brought their brunch game, they could have faded away quickly. I know Silk is still a popular place to go, but other than their food I haven't really been impressed with their nightlife schedule lately. On my most recent trip here, I got a pretty decent sized mimosa (a little pricey but whatevs...it's brunch), quick service, and a meal that wasn't too small or too big. The menu has lots of choices and it's one of those menus where you want everything no matter what type of food you had been craving all morning. Everything reads so delicious! I got an omelet with feta and asparagus. Perfect size. Only thing I would suggest is if you don't mind waiting a little, opt for a seat in the dining car, not in the lounge. Even during the day, the lounge can be a little dark. Can't wait until warmer weather when I can brunch in their backyard!",real
16976,"For the record the food here is absolutely top notch....like outstanding. If it wasn't such a production to get a table here I would have given it at least 4, maybe 5 stars. Unfortunately Clinton St attracts a lot of tourists so the line is typically insane. So insane that one time I woke up at 8 AM on a Saturday, called then at 8:05 and asked them how long the wait would be (keep in mind they have only been open for 5 minutes) and they replied that the wait was 45 minutes. How is that possible? Oh its possible because the tourists wait in line in the morning for the place to open so you are pretty much guaranteed to have an hour long wait. As long as you are mentally prepared for that then I highly recommend the food, however because the place is such a novelty now, I dont know if I will recommend it. There are other great brunch places in the area where you dont have to wait an hour for a table and then get ushered out the door when you are finished eating because there is a line a mile long",real
25042,"Five tacos is tucked away between tons of bars, therfore, you likely have passed it by. Next time you are around, seek it out and stop by. After hitting a couple of bars in the area, the five tacos pulled chicken quesadilla  and chicken tacos were delicious. THE SAUCE. This is the clear differentiator as there is no shortage of taco joins in EV and LES. Be sure to try the tequilla chipotle mayo, hot haberno jerk and the devils sauce. Albeit a smaller seating area, it is perfect for a quick bite for you and a couple friends if you are bar-hopping in the area!",real
40327,"Authentic Mexican food and great drinks. Try the chorizo cheese crisp with a margarita. The space is super small, so go early, sit at the bar to expect to wait a while.",real
46248,We came here for lunch. The interior is beautiful with the exposed brick but that was about all we liked about it. We had high hopes considering their outdoor banner boasts their reviews and deals. Staff was unenthusiastic and seemed bored. Bottom line...food was very disappointing and so bland. There was no seasoning on anything! The calamari tasted fishy and old. The tomato sauce was a joke....puréed can of no salt added tomatoes. The lamb in the gyro was overlooked and not seasoned. The zucchini pancakes had decent flavor but were so oily from being deep fried. We will not be going back.,real
30813,"I came here with my daughter last night for some good Japanese food that was also close to home. As she doesn't quite know what she wants, I order a bunch of things for her to try: Tuna collar, Bento Box A, and Butterfly sushi roll. The tuna collar is large and good for the price. However, it was not seasoned. It's just grilled then served with a ponzu sauce. The flesh is flaky and has a grilled flavor. The miso soup that comes with the Bento box was delicious. It had seaweed and soft tofu, but the tofu pieces were so small; like confetti. The presentation for the bento box was nice. It came with shrimp tempura (including sweet potato, eggplant, and taro), chicken teriyaki, shao mai, California rolls, seaweed salad, and fruit. The breading on the tempura was crispy and not oily. However, the shrimp was very tough and thin like a pencil. The vegetable tempura was good. The chicken teriyaki was below average. It is served on top of grilled vegetables. The chicken was very tough and dry, and was not even seasoned, albeit it had the teriyaki sauce. Most places I've been to, they grill the chicken and then simmer in the sauce, so that the chicken absorbs the flavor. Here, it seems as if the chicken is boiled (not steamed) then doused with sauce - the sauce was also slimy (too much starch). I'm not a big fan of the Japanese shao mai, and it's nothing like the Chinese version. I don't know why they bother including it. The california roll is an uramaki (inside-out) with tobiko on the outside and avocado and fake crab on the inside. The butterfly roll is another uramaki roll with a combination of spicy tuna, salmon, avocado, and tobiko. Presentation was nice and the roll was delicious. Service was so so; not very attentive and not pleasant. Smile! That's part of your tip! The fish for the sushi looks fresh and the presentation of the rolls were nice. I rated this place 2 stars because of their poor execution of their hot foods and service. I may come back but only for their sushi.",real
45665,Horrible service start to finish. The woman who seated us greeted us with "Let's go." It took almost an hour to get our drinks. Every course was set in front of the wrong person for every single dish. I contacted the restaurant about our experience and never heard back. The food was good but I think the service is better at Taco Bell.,real
28495,"First found this sub shop through Grubhub and was pleasantly surprised by the size of the subs, great quality bread and amazing price. They also make great wraps and have lightning fast delivery... they even hiked up 4 floors to get it to me. My only gripe with this place is the quality of some of the meats, specifically the procuitto which i found borderline inedible. Long story short if your in the area and hungry this is the place to be!",fake
41311,"AWFUL SERVICE!!  We had reservations for a birthday party but we didnt have all of the members of our party together.  Once we got in the restaurant and said our party wasnt here yet bc they were finding parking (so perhaps a 5-10mins wait), a waitress understood and showed us to the table. Then another waiter came over and said that if our entire party wasnt here now, that we would have to leave the table. VERY UNPROFESSIONAL. I understand places that dont seat people until the entire party is there, but seat ppl once only to tell them to get up once they've sat down and ordered their drinks, is not only rude but extremely unprofessional. We ended up going around the corner to MATILDA, which was actually really good!  Very friendly service and delicious cheap heaps of food. I would recommend going there than to Cafecito.",real
8679,"Very good, but CASH ONLY and quite expensive for 3rd Ave Bklyn. I make it a habit to avoid restaurants that don't care enough about their customers to allow them the convenience of accepting plastic. I won't be back until they do.",real
48509,"This place is a warm, friendly, Italian restaurant. It's design is not up to the caliber of a Steven Starr restaurant, but the people are really personable. Plus they make some fresh pastas in the morning. Finally, its not so expensive. An average of 20 per person.",fake
27081,"Solid food, good service... Nice addition to Hell's Kitchen",real
1692,"I only go to Pats King of Steaks, go ahead do a blind taste test, there is no comparison!!",real
6077,Absolutely fantastic clean Thai food. I wasn't a huge fan of their version of Pad Thai but it was still delicious. The yellow curry and the mee siam were both out of this world. The decor is beautiful. One waiter dropped a bowl of rice while serving a big table and it was cleaned up before you could blink. Overall wonderful place,real
37697,"Life is beautiful in those rare moments when your expectations are met. This side street treasure cafe is an island of cool. Sit outside with a hot coffee and breath in the rays of el sol. The feijoada nourishes body and soul; the ingredients, the texture, the taste - you think it was just made by someone's dear Aunty. It may be. PS - Sundays are a nightmare because of brunch. Off peak hours best.",real
18138,"Went here for brunch, it was pretty crowded for a Tuesday morning.  My pancakes were pretty incredible, I the special, coconut pancakes with bananas and passion fruit sauce.  The pancakes were melt in your mouth, buttery goodness.  It didn't really taste like coconut, maybe it was just supposed to be the coconut on top.  The passion fruit sauce was amazing and the maple butter sauce.  My friend had french toast, she loved it, I tried it but generally hate on french toast so I wasn't into it.  My other friend had the country breakfast which was pretty big, the hash browns were good, but ask for them well done, much better.  We had a side order of bacon, which was not that good, arrived cold and I feel supermarket bacon is better.  The coffee was good.  The bloody mary as well, my mimosa ok.  Service was okay,  the tables are not spaced out so great, it is a tight squeeze.  My only complaint was that it seemed a bit expensive.  I would go back for sure, but not often because of the prices.  ($90 w/o tip for three people).  The food was very good though, looking around at other people's dishes made me want to try the lunch/dinner stuff there.",real
35534,"Love love love this place! We ate here during my visit to Philly this past weekend. It was a pretty day so we sat outside overlooking the park in Rittenhouse. We ordered mussels and fried calamari as appetizers and both were so good!! We then ordered eggs Benedict, French toast and the soft shelled crab sandwich. I only tasted the crab sandwich but if the other stuff tasted anywheres close, then it was well worth the price. The sandwich was $15 and came with fries. It was very big in size and worth the money. The crab was meaty and fried perfectly. That was the best sandwich I've ever had! The waitstaff were all super nice and bent the rules for us by allowing us to bring an outside cake to celebrate my brother's bday!!",real
33488,"Just what you'd expect from a greasy spoon diner.  Good, cheap breakfast and fast service.",real
44228,"I have not been to Little Italy in years... We came here on a Saturday night around 10 o'clock. This is not a very big restaurant so I am glad we arrived at a later time. The menu was quite extensive and it took us awhile to decide. We ordered a calamari app and seafood cannelloni. The calamari was fresh. It could have used a tiny bit of salt. I was pleasantly surprised with how much I loved the cannelloni. The seafood was blended into the ricotta, I think. The sauce was a light tomato sauce. We ordered an inexpensive  bottle of wine. The service was sweet. We sipped our wine as they prepared for the next day. I would return.",real
35551,"It's a few weeks before Valentine's Day and I am looking to make a reservation for the wife and I. Though the choice was entirely up to me, I did receive one demand. Any place I picked had to have escargot on the menu. Rouge was not first choice but since my first two picks did not pan out due to one leaving their famous escargot off their special Valentine's Day menu, and wanting to try a place we have yet to dine, it came down to Rouge; a decision that I did not regret. Don't misunderstand me; we have considered dining at Rouge in the past many times so this was not a settling choice.   The ambience of this place is just what I imaged. I really see myself dining here a few more times, or just hanging at the bar with my friends enjoying a few glasses of Oban. The service was amazing from the moment we walked through the door. For starters due to the previous weather conditions the roads were still bad, and traffic through Philadelphia was slow, ok slower. We were arrived 15 minutes late for our 7:30 reservation but our table was waiting for us and we were immediately seated. Our waitress was excellent. Rouge offered their standard menu, which I actually prefer, with a couple of additional specials instead of a special Valentine's Day menu. How can I tell this was a successful night? The wife enjoyed her escargot. It was served covered in cheese. Not your standard way of eating escargot but she enjoyed it, and isn't that what matters on Valentine's Day. I decided go with one the specials on the menu that night. I decided to go with the five-spiced braised short rib beef. Overall it was good. The meat was not very but, a little on the dry side for a braised short rib. The accomplishments that were served were an excellent choice by the chef. Soy infused parsnip puree, caramelized brussel sprouts, and crispy curry cauliflower. Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! I look forward to my future dining experiences here.",real
36205,"This is a little ditty about Taqueria Diana, an American shit-hole raised in East Village. Ordered from here twice and had two equally annoying experiences. The first time we ordered two burritos and one taco; they delivered two tacos and one burrito. We called to correct the issue, and the guy on the phone said they would send out another burrito but that they ""wanted the other taco back."" (This is after he asked us to check our bag three different times to make sure there wasn't another burrito in there....) We hadn't consumed anything, so there was no problem giving them a taco back, but when asked for why they would even want it when they would simply throw it out, the guy said, ""Well, I need to prove to my manager that we did give you an extra taco,"" as though this was some sort of scam I was running, to dupe them out of an extra burrito. When the delivery guy came half an hour later with the second burrito, I offered to give him the extra taco and he said, ""No, I don't need that."" (Sigh.) The first burrito that we ate was actually quite good, so we decided to give them another shot about a month later. When it arrived, it was hardly warm. The delivery guy must have been riding through the Adirondacks, too, because the tacos came sloshed about in the box. Jackie's gonna be a football star, and [Diana] is going to annoy the bejesus out of him with tacit accusations of fraud and sloppy food.",real
28426,"I came here several years before the Sopranos made it famous.  I returned the other day.  The overwhelming smell of Raid should have turned me on my heel, but I had not eaten for the entire day.  The faux wood paneling and drop ceiling did nothing to put me @ ease...nor did the high school kids in command of the grill and kitchen.  We had a party of four.  Two of us ordered fries.  Both were cold upon serving...as was my cheesesteak.  The counter is maybe 12 feet away.  The waitress smile passively and said that everyone is just stressed out.  No further explanation was offered.  I paid for food we did not consume.  I shall not return.",real
30546,"A hidden gem that is getting pretty crowded lately. Went here for a nice dinner and was amazed with the quality and flavor of their service and food. Still one of the best 5 meals I've had in the past 2 years. Go and splurge, it is more than worth it.",real
47773,Went yesterday for dinner. The place was very nice & clean. The staff was very nice. As appetizers we The Cuban Sandwich Bites which my Husband & I loved! My Husband wanted to order another one but we figured our dinner would fill us up. The other appetizer was the Crab & Shrimp Croquettes which were good but the Cuban Sandwich Bites were better. For the entree My Husband ordered the Chicken & Sausage rice which was AMAZING! So flavorful!!! I had the Thin steak covered in Onions with Moro Rice & it was good as well. & of course we got a side of Sweet Plaintains. Dessert was ok that's why I put 4 stars... I didn't like the coconut flan & my Husband had the Tres Leches Cheesecake which he liked but I thought it was ok. Overall a good spot! Will come again!,real
22199,"I've been to this restaurant twice in two months - and I love it! I come with my colleagues, when we are in the area for business meetings, and our staples are the Paella and Mariscada. Both are delicious, but I prefer mine with rice on the side [i.e. Mariscada].  Both dishes are served in the cooking vessels, which give them a stronger sense of authenticity and ""home-y-ness"".  The sea food is so plentiful, the tomato broth rich with flavors and aromas; and, yes, there is half a lobster per person, in addition to muscles, clams, shrimp and scallops [though latter two are small in size].  All went so well with a glass of Portuguese red. And when you are finished, and cannot move because you are so full, but you still cannot let the food go - you take their delicious crispy-on-the-outside / so-soft-on-the-inside rolls, dip them into the remaining broth, and enjoy! Mmmm, yummy! The restaurant has a large bar area with a couple of smaller tables, and the separate dining area.  The place is located in a residential area of Elizabeth, and the staff is very warm, welcoming and engaging.  And if you Habla Espanol or Fala Português, you will definitely have no communication barriers. Go on, give it a try - people don't bite! And neither does the food they serve - the paella and mariscada are sublime...",real
32200,"There isn't a shortage of Thai restaurants in Hell's Kitchen - but this one consistently impresses me the most. I usually order take out from here and they are always quick, but I have eaten in the restaurant too where they are friendly and attentive - the food either way is delicious. I recommend the Crab Rangoon and the Pad Thai",real
22656,"Where shall I start...my boyfriend and I have been here a couple times before and have left beyond satisfied in the past. Tonight was just ridiculous to us. We waited about 30 minutes to be seated which is completely understandable for a Friday night. It is BYOB therefore we did (a bottle of wine), our server seemed to be offended by us having a personal bottle of hard lq and after that everything went downhill. The table next to us were seated after us and he proceeded to take their order before us. He stopped by their table to ask how everything was going, never once stopping by our table. He flew past our table a few times which is also understandable considering the huge crowd that takes over this restaurant almost every night. We finally get his attention to bring the check over and he does the math & just throws the check on the table. My boyfriend always whips out his phone to calculate 20% gratuity, but this guy didn't even deserve pocket change. Never in my life have I experienced such terrible service. Yeah the food is great but there are plenty other restaurants that provide the full package..great food AND great service.",fake
40983,"My wife and I had a magnificant experience at cafe Matisse several months ago so we decided to go back . We dined on a Thursday. I expected to see their Pre-fixe menu, instead there was a ala cart menu. I asked the waiter what was up? instead of explaining that the restaurant changed the weekday menu he gave us a story that the weekday menu is ala cart and weekend in the pre fix. OK, we ordered a few appetizers and the main course. The appetizers came and now I remember why I avoid French restaurants. My appetizer was 1(one) baked oyster,Ican't even tell you what we ate for dinnerbecause it was NOT memorable at all. I did order the Swordfish special and it ends up that the waiter returned and said sorry the swordfishnever arrived so it's not on the menu. OK- good info for the chef to communicate to waiters .  Apparently Bread is off the menu too. I asked for it and I was told they do not serve bread. Anyway, our Bill came out to $160 with tip. I never spent so much money and still was HUNGRY.   I said to my wife , let's stop by the RISOTTO HOUSE restaurant that we passed up driving to Matisse. I kid you not. We ordered 4 dinners, 2 for me andwife and2 to take home for our daughters. We also oordered an appetizer. The bill came out to $89.00 and the waiter gave us a box full of food with wonderful salds and hot baked bread, I would NEVER EVER go to cafe matisse again!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I was planning on taking friends and I'm glad my wife and I decided to go there instead of getting embarrased with friends. The nerve of all of this is that we spent $160 and still left hungry.",real
42007,"cocktails are great - burger is good, not as juicy as I like - fried pickles are kind of gross. Way too much batter, like eating fried dough but with a thick pickle in the middle.",real
10700,I just got back from the restaurant. It's small so good idea I planned on takeout. The staff was surprisingly extremely polite. They invited me to have a seat while I waited and gave me a sample of their mango lasso (which I promptly added to my order).,real
39291,Noodle chu- the noodle house was out of the only kind of noodles i really wanted. On top of that the customer service was terrible!!!,real
400,"What a wonderful place!  Cozy, comfortable and low-key, this tapas bar has it all.  The staff is attentive and actually happy to be there!  The food is delicious: from the chorizo on toast topped with quail egg, to the stuffed peppers, to the skirt steak to the Seafood Payaya (their way) everything exceeded expectation.   I can not wait to go back!",real
27512,"Fantastic place to eat.  It can be really crowded and you sometimes have to wait.  I have had dinner here 3 times.  Always love it.  I can't tell you much about the menu because I have only ordered the duck meatloaf.  Incredible!   I also had a few bites of the chicken and waffles.  It was great, but not like the meatloaf.",real
35167,"Went here a couple of weeks ago for the first time since 2011. Things have changed quite a bit.  The quality of the food was definite not up to where they were back in 2011. The vibe of the place has also changed - a bit stuffier and less relaxed and casual than it used to be. Found the food to be pricier too - with smaller portions.   I'm hoping they were just having an off night with regards to the quality of the food. And maybe having the roof closed gave it a stuffier feel. Either way, that's too many maybes/hopings to go back any time soon.  Too bad because I loved it the couple of times I went there shortly after their opening. :-/ P.s. I would consider using any flower other than very-fragrant lilies  in large bunches at the front of the restaurant. It's on the edge of nauseating in such a small space, especially if you're trying to eat. (And lilies are my favorite flower!)",real
26461,"If you're super hungry for some good diner-esque food, this is the spot! GIGANTIC plates of great food! I get the huevo's rancheros (which are, of course, gluten free) and I am never disappointed! They simply have the best homefries, so crispy and hot! The french toast looks amazing (though I've not tried it) and the service is always stellar. It seems a mite pricey until you see how much food you're gonna get. A super fun spot!",real
13879,"Bad service.  Bad food quality.  Long wait. We arrived Sunday night to a fairly empty restaurant.  We were told the wait would be an hour... which made no sense to me.  We gave them our number and went downstairs to the bar.  While sitting at the tables, twice someone tried to bring us food that the neighboring table had ordered.  Over an hour passed and we go upstairs to check in.  They've crossed off a party of 2 from their list who was written below our names.  We've been skipped! The service during the meal was slightly better, but not by much.  The servers had no familiarity with the menu-- for example when we ordered the lobster and a side order of corn, nobody bothered to inform us that the lobster came with a side of corn anyway. The food itself was marginal and highly overpriced.  The lobster was covered in so much butter, you couldn't even taste the damn thing. This spot has very cool ambiance, and a mini-golf course, and a nice view.  Unfortunately, that's all it has going for it.  The restaurant itself is to be avoided.",real
41370,"Cafecito is a charming bar and restaurant in what looks like a renovated laundromat if you look closely enough behind the decor. The ambience, surprisingly, isn't harmed too badly by it. The cocktails are dirt cheap ($6-$7) and the menu items varied and interesting (Mango ketchup with yukka fries). Service was exceptional, and the clientele was mostly out-of-neighborhood girls gossiping.",real
16799,"Did I miss the pancake boat? I don't get it. The pancakes are fine, but nothing to write home about. Even Instagram couldn't make them look tastier than they are.",real
11524,"Four and a half...As good as it gets after 2am, that is...As real New Yorkers know, the place to go after 2am for gourmet treats. Fried oysters always please, the loaf of warm bread with soft butter is an entree in itself, raw bar is a mirage at 3am and the bone marrow is decadent.......Bar is real small and I had a killer aged port here once. Only minor negative is the draft beer blows. Some flat, dated European options...I think they are stubbornly staying away from Craft beer in a non-conforming foot stomp...Menu begs for it! But the Greek wine I had months ago, still lingers on my palate...Stay Strong!...Oh yeah, the chocolate Bruno is outstanding, for all you potheads!!",real
48591,"I went on a Sunday evening.  The staff was friendly until we ordered soda instead of alcohol.  I LOVE salt. Love it. That being said, the bruschetta was so salty I couldn't finish it.  I feel like I could have gotten much better tasting food at The Olive Garden (kill me now), and it would have been far cheaper.  You can find better Italian food for a much better price in the city.",real
23155,"Always a positive experience at Cuban Pete's! Service is top notch and services is spot on. Sometimes can be loud but the food and the atmosphere are great. YES BYOB, our first visit we were drinking sangria and we thought we were drunk, it has no alcohol. . .",real
5980,"This is my first review in a while and I can think of no better return to the world of Yelp than singing the praises of Las Bugambilias! Went with the s/o for his going away dinner. We were seated right away and even though the space was small, we weren't at all uncomfortable and the waitress was so nice and super attentive. Guacamole was great. I had the molcajete arrachera and he had some sort of chicken that was served in a lava bowl. Both were amazing and came in generous portions. I  was tempted to take off one star because they didn't have most of the dessert menu available the night I went, but the special dessert they did have (sweet plantains, vanilla ice cream with fresh caramel sauce was well worth me having to me rolled out of there on my side because I was so full. (Although the XXX margaritas may have had something to do with that too!)",real
3821,"Had flan and a cafecito. Delicious, creamy tasty just the right amount of everything. Will def come back to check out their meals. Jani says 5 stars for the ensalada de pulpo.",real
31534,We have been going here for close to 10 years. Food is always outstanding. Staff are friendly and very attentive. We have taken many friends here. All of which love it. I have been to many Indian restaurants. This by far is my favorite.,real
43301,"We went here after the Mummers day parade for a warm cozy treat and ended up eating a full 3 course meal. The pizza was delicious, along with the hot chocolate. Coffee wasn't the best. The dessert options were endless!! Be prepared to spend!! Great for families!! The staff was also very friendly.",real
44726,"Met some friends early Friday evening at Pierre Loti for some wine and merriment.  It couldn't have been more pleasant.  The staff was welcoming and attentive.  The wine was delicious, between us we tried 3 different wines by the glass and each was outstanding.  We ordered a few appetizers as well which were delicious and prices for everything were very reasonable.  Can't wait to go back.",real
4536,"This restaurant absolutely lived up to the hype.  While the wait can be quite long, they provide you with cookies, water, orange slices and fries.  They have anything you want to order and as my dad said he ""hasn't seen a ham steak like that since Wyoming"".  Worth the wait and they are accommodating to larger groups.  Best part is, you can also order delivery from them!  Our food cam pretty fast and hot and the bag was filled with about 12 lollipops.  So that was fun.",real
18701,The BEST pizza I had while in NY. You have to get the pepperoni square. The small pepperonis are full of flavor (and grease). The crust is perfectly crispy but still a pillow of dough on top. And to top it off the place is super cute and small! Love love love it. #lifechanging,real
35673,"A prime location, Rouge is a great place for people watching near Rittenhouse Square. Unfortunately, it was rainy and unpleasant outside. We were seated immediately and the staff was courteous. The decor is cute but too dark for my taste. The interior was smaller than i had expected but the open windows are great. As soon as we got comfortable, we were given bread and butter. I only wished the rolls were warm instead of cold. The calamari was decent and went well with the sauce. For entrees, I ordered the Seared Duck Breast (med rare, off the special menu) and my friend ordered the Herbed Roasted Chicken. I love duck when it's cooked properly but this was not. It was overly chewy and fatty. I wasn't sure what the strange bright orange goop that was on the side of my plate but it was not pleasant. I definitely should have order the Rouge Burger! The server (Kevin) was wonderful and offered me something else (unfortunately I lost my appetite). The herb chicken was better than the duck but tasted like something I can make easily. Overall, three stars for the service, outdoor seatings and location.",real
5738,"Love this place. It's small with a cosy, hip buzz. They have some wonderful folks in the kitchen judging by everything we've  tried, from empanadas, the salad with yucca and shrimp,  devil  crab appetizers and the pan con pescado, a hot sandwich of fish sauteed in a really tasty sauce on acuban roll. I didn't try any entrees yet but they look good on the plates I saw go by to other tables.  The best margaritas and mojitos around New Haven by far. Next time I'm trying the sangria.",real
13243,"i concur with alot of Yelpers - great food and warm atmosphere.  The owner, Martin knows how to run a real pub.  The bartenders and waitresses are solid and never tire of serving food and drink.  If you are ready to relax and put in a 'session' of imbibing and nibbling - this in the place!  Slainte!",real
34107,"We went here on a nice day, arrived late for lunch, and obviously they had been swamped, most tables were still full.  So the service was a little on the slow side, but it didn't make us antsy.  Perhaps the nice weather helped, we were sitting outside.  I have sat outdoors to dine many times, but today I could literally lean over and put my shoulder on the SUV parked next to our table.  Ah yes, we were definitely in the city! The chips looked and tasted homemade, and they give you two salsas, the classic red and the tomatillo.  A very nice touch, and both were flavorful.  We ordered the tortilla salads, one steak and one chicken.  Both were great, just the right amount of spice and lime.  Add to that the reasonable prices and we had a delightful time.",real
41345,"We had a party of 6 and was seated in the perfect area to have great laughs and being close to the bathroom was a plus. Gosh I didn't know half the stuff my friends ordered, but I remember it was very good and a lot of Fried FOOD. BUT a must have is the flourless chocolate cake!! and their coffee with milk. Can't remember what they call it, but it wasn't just COFFEE please. :) There will be a wait, so drink up at the separated bar area, Mojitos are yummy and the sangrias, I've had better in SF.",real
2355,Good but what really makes it is the roll,real
18038,love the pancakes. hate having to wake up 90 minutes before i eat to go drop my name off... so i can eventually eat said yummy pancakes....,real
28517,"Great service, friendly staff, by the way Bryan hooked me up a great sandwich, man I love this store much success to you guys.",real
19904,My fav cheesesteak spot.  Not to chewy (compared to Pat's) or greasy.  The line can get long but there is a reason why.....it's damn tasty!,real
45324,"I came here for Brunch on a busy Saturday afternoon with one of my best friends. After reading some rave yelp reviews, we made a reservation for 2:45pm. Once we arrived, the place was packed with people milling around waiting for tables- we checked in and they told us they would let us know when our table was ready. A little over 30 minutes later, we were seated without any apologies for having to wait. We were both starving, but could look past having to wait in anticipation of a delicious brunch! Unfortunately, the entire meal was less than mediocre. Generally, when I'm starving, anything tastes delicious and this wasn't the case. We started with the Spiced Apple Beignets to share. You can't really go wrong with deep-fried dough and these were good- not any better than I would receive from a street vendor at your local fair but satisfactory.  On the waiter's suggestion, I went with the ""apple sauce'd"" cocktail which was probably the best part of my meal. I got the baked brioche french toast which was so incredibly sweet and the most overwhelming aritifically-flavored almond I've ever experienced, it was inedible. Although it sounded unique-- almond custard, navel orange marmalade, catskill mountain honey,  and candied almonds, it just wasn't good. The bread itself was so soggy without any crunch, altogether it was for lack of a better term, ""gross."" My friend thought I was over exaggerating, so she tried a bite and felt the exact same way. I was only able to stomach two bites and the rest of my plate went untouched. My friend got the huevos rancheros which were good, nothing out of this world, but standard. Our waiter didn't really bother to ask how our meal was, instead just asked if I wanted what was basically the entire plate of french toast wrapped in a to-go box for which I said ""no, thank you."" I'm guessing he is used to seeing people not being able to stomach the french toast and this is why he didn't ask why it wasn't eaten. Maybe I came on a way off day? I know that this is a well-liked brunch place in Chelsea, but quite honestly I don't see what all the fuss is about? Nothing we ate would make me want to come back for more.",real
5770,"I recently went to the Tavern for the first time. We waited 45 minutes before being seated. After sitting, we did not have a waitress for 15 minutes. The antipasto was huge! The hamburger was certainly NOT medium well. The pizza was good, however just as good as any other bar pizza. Would definatly not go on a busy weekend ever again.Oh! I forgot to mention that we couldn't park behind the restraunt and had to park rather far away in the snow :(",fake
25120,"We had Five Tacos cater/deliver an office lunch (casual) for 20ish people. I can't brag enough about how good the food was. Moti brought burritos for us, and a make-your-own taco stand with 5 types of meat, butternut squash (which was super yummy), roasted peppers, guac, cheese, 3 types of salsa, chips, and different types of house made sauce. Very flavorful, great presentation, and really went out of the way to accomodate us. Really fantastic stuff!",real
17160,"Since the beginning of summer, a friend and I have always wanted to go to this place.  The first time around, we came at 11:30am and were told that the wait would be about two hours.  Already starving, we caved in to impatience and decided to go to the nearby Cornerstone Cafe.  However, curiosity held its course all summer. My last day here, after going to sleep at 4am, my friend and I decided that it was now or never.  On a Sunday morning, when the clock rang 8am, we stumbled in sleepiness and decided to go for an adventure.  Come 8:50am, and the line at Clinton had already curved down the block.  As we took our place--with many more people to follow--I said a silent prayer: please let us get in before 10:15am, when I would have to leave to catch my flight. ""Made with Love and Butter""--that was the logo on the back of the t-shirts of the waitstaff.  In fact, all of the foods were filled with buttery goodness: the free buttermilk biscuit, the crisp on the outside soft on the inside spinach and cheddar muffin, the blueberry pancakes.  Yet I felt the hype to be overrated and the food to fall below the expectations from the wait.  Even the smoked salmon benedict was a disappointment: while the salmon was fresh, after having the best in the city (Russ and Daughters), it's no longer comparable; while the egg was poached beautifully, it could not compare to the organic eggs of Boston' s Henrietta's Table. As we sat within the tiny atmosphere savoring our food and side of sweet potato fries, both of us knew something was missing.  As the waitstaff raced back and forth around us, filling countless orders, facilitating rapid turnover of customers, I realized the missing piece: in much hurriedness, love had silently slipped out and divorced the butter.",real
27434,"Had brunch here a couple of weeks ago... Very basic but tasted great. Couple of things that I took away: 1. The bloody mary (the one that comes with a piece of salami) is one of the best I've ever had. 2. The cheddar waffles are OK at best, not worth ordering. 3. Pancakes were the tits, definitely get an order on the side.",real
40655,"Spicy grapefruit margaritas are my happy hour favorite. Goes well with the steak sandwich. I live down the street, and am always grateful if there's a spot open.",real
10025,"Delicious brunch, and the bottomless mimosa is a great deal. I have never been disappointed. The stuffed french toast and the steak and egg are both to die for, and the wait/bar staff is friendly and attentive. The hostesses were a little dumb, and couldn't figure out if I was allowed to make a reservation or not, and then seated a different group for my spot, but I wouldn't hold that against White Dog Cafe. The outdoor seating is gorgeous, but while the cafe provides gas heaters, they don't work (as of spring 2013) so bring a jacket if there's a breeze.",real
4006,"Was going to go to del friscos but thought we'd try something new. So glad we did. Amazing food and even more amazing service. Our waitress Crystal was probably the best waitress I've had in a really long time. Beyond insightful in regards to the menu and was very attentive. Five stars to Crystal ! I'd absolutely recommend the sea bass, very well cooked and fresh!",real
6287,"Two of my friends raved about this place this past summer. They got take out and parked themselves at my house and I was impressed. I finally made it to the actual restaurant with them one super late Saturday night. I was tired but perked up a bit when I smelled all the BBQ that greeted me from the door. I didn't want anything to heavy b/c I felt if I even had a bite of a rib I would be laid out on the table from  a food coma. I ordered the baked sweet potato w/ roasted turkey on top and I didn't think it would be at good as it was. My lovely friends ordered darn near everything on the menu to share and I think they only left scraps. We were able to speak with the owner who was definitely a cool personable guy who you could tell really wanted to make sure his customers were having a great  food experience. He was even kind enough to offer us dessert  to share on him. I think he really wanted me to pass out which i almost did when I tasted that  new apple crumble cobbler and brownie...SOOOOO GOOD! However, if you know me i always looking for bread pudding...which was told is seasonal :(. I'll definitely be coming back and hoping bread pudding is in season!",real
25025,"This spot is one of our regulars. They have great tacos and sauces and cheap beer! The only thing I wish they had were better tortilla chips, the ones they have seem like the thick store bought kind. Other than that this place rocks!",real
11414,We are a party of 7. Everybody loved the food. Return ? Maybe Frequency ? Rarely,real
25506,"Great wines, both by glass and bottle. Ambiance was delightful and the service was attentive, good prices too. Solid overall. Make a date, set up a meeting with friends, grab a chair inside, outside or at the counter facing the street for a good time.",real
3007,"First and only time I went to Philly, I went to Geno's and Pat's in the middle of the night with coworkers, but I don't remember Pat's too well.  Although, the cheesesteaks here are as good as it gets.  Don't remember ever having better cheesesteak elsewhere!  If you can't decide on which one to go to...just eat at both of them!",real
22604,So what to say!!! Umm the food was descent but had to send my skirt steak back but they got it right! Our waiter was horrible-1) Never checked in on us 2) when he said he back in a few minutes more like 20 mins 3) More attentive to other patrons then my party. First time I never tipped 20% plus!!! Do better! Also is BYOB!!,fake
5272,Every dog I've had here has been amazing. A must for everyone. Don't miss this hidden gem.,real
15571,I love the hot dogs ! I have been coming in for years ! the boys and the owner are very cool people ..... great place to go with the family along with the kids.....,fake
7106,"I don't trust people who don't like brunch. It's a perfect meal -- you can either go sweet or savory, there's usually some sort of hash brown element and you can have a cocktail at 10:30 am without anyone raising an eyebrow. What's not to like? We had brunch on the rooftop deck of the Continental Midtown over the weekend and it just reiterated that when it comes to breakfast food, Stephen Starr shines. We started the meal with cocktails - a mimosa for my dining companion and a Pimms Cup for me. Both drinks were well-blended and strong. The mimosa featured freshly-squeezed orange juice (always a nice touch) and the Pimms Cup was herbal, refreshing and served with a thick slice of cucumber -- the perfect potable for a balmy summer day. Once adequately refreshed, we got down to the business of eating. One of my dining companions ordered the strawberry-banana pancakes with a side of Nutella and the other ordered a veggie egg white omelet served with toast and breakfast potatoes. The pancakes were fluffy, the fruit was fresh and the breakfast potatoes were well-seasoned and crispy. Our only complaint was the lingering doubt that the Nutella was actually Not-ella. Do they even make generic Nutella? I ordered the breakfast quesadillas -- golden tortillas ensconcing fluffy, cheese scrambled eggs and black beans. What kind of black magic do they use to get the eggs so light and fluffy? Served with a tart pico de gallo and avocado crema, the meal is perfect hangover food. My only complaint are: A) It wasn't served with potatoes. All breakfast foods should be served with a side of potatoes. B) Lack of Cholula or Tapatio hot sauce. Eggs and hot sauce belong together like Captain and Tennile. Service was a little hit-or-miss. It was prompt, but we could never flag down the server when we needed her, even though the deck was essentially empty. We also got the wrong amount of change back from the bill (they overcharged) and due to our MIA server, couldn't rectify the issue. Given the choice - I'd much rather have brunch at Starr's other upscale diner, Jones, BUT, if you're looking for rooftop dining and brunch at a reasonable price -- check out the Continental Midtown.",real
42734,"It is what it is - a delicious but gimmicky dessert place. It's best appreciated by tweens and late night housewives in need of a chocolate fix.   I wouldn't come here for dinner unless I had my little sisters with me - and they are awesome, but they are also 20 years younger than I am. However, I would come here for dessert when I'm feeling very hormonal.",real
13516,the food is amazing.,fake
11381,"On a Thursday evening, still had to wait for a table at around 9pm. The wait wasn't too long but it was worth waiting because... Mmm..the roasted bone marrow appetizer. So deliciously rich and decadent. The bread it's served with is so soft and served warm. Wished I didn't have to share this! 4 STARS! (5 STARS if I had it all to myself...haha) However, the roasted duck club served with chips would be rated at 3 STARS. It wasn't anything special or particularly tasty. Guess I didn't order the right thing that night. My friend seemed to enjoy the steak.",real
42530,"Market fresh vegetables do not = onions (so many onions!!!) and shredded carrots. Grandmaster Vege looks like a delicious grain free lasagna, but it tastes like jarred marinara and ONIONS. An onion is not a vegetable, in my book. Hu, you're not getting 1 star only because I'm intrigued to try your soup, sides and desserts (which aren't as much as the rest of your food, which seems really overpriced), but $9 for that hunk of condiment is retarded. I am bummed.",real
14777,"i'm here just about every week, whether it be for brunch, dinner, or late night.  each time i've gone, i've ordered something different because i want to see how many of their choices can actually be great.  all have been extraordinary, but the best of all was the trout BLT.  despite being very messy, i really didn't mind the multitude of napkins necessary to enjoy every bite.  it's a special and i've only seen it there that once. also, something i always consider when visiting a new bar or restaurant is how other people i'm with feel about it.  i've gone with my friends and they love it.  i've also gone with my mom, teenage sister, and extremely picky ex-college roommate.  mom got the fish & chips, sis got a traditional breakfast, and roomie got the burger.  the only one that didn't enjoy herself is my sister, who thought the potatoes were too spicy.  they weren't. late night, also great.  always an interesting crowd, one where everyone can feel comfortable.",real
11729,"Its 2 Am do you know where half drunk self proclaimed ""food lover"" Is? Its probably at Blue Ribbon. This place is amazing. Pretty much everything on the menu is amazing and the  the staff is equally as great If you have a few extra bucks in your pocket I'd recommend skipping the usually after hours diner trip and make your way here for a great meal and something to talk about the next morning, besides the dumbass who spilled there cranberry and vodka all over the back of your pants at the bar.",real
12065,"Food was good as expected since I've been to the other Pio Pio locations in NY. I was very disappointed with the manager. My friend's son bit his glass cup and broke it with his mouth. Thankfully, the kid is ok but the manager made it sound like it was our fault. He said these glasses are very dainty and flicking it would break it. He didn't even apologize or offer to comp any of our food. Next time give the kid a plastic cup!",real
24502,Burgers are DELICIOUS (ask for a side of their horseradish sauce for dipping). The pork-belly tacos are also pretty unbelieveable. Awesome beer selection. Friendly staff.,real
35854,"We where excited to try this new spot for our wedding aniversary.  We arrived and where told there would be a 30 minute  wait. This was not a problem, however we waitedvanotherbten to  be approached by  the bartender. One we received our drinks we waited and watched several other groups get seated that where there before us. Still there was no problem, we watched as a table for 2 was cleared we  believed this would be our table , since there was no one else waiting to be seated.  At this point za couple walked in and began talking to the hostess and another staff member, another patron came out  they apparently knew this couple. Surprisingly they where. Brought right over to the table that we thought was ours.  Not two minutes later the hostes walked over to explain  that our table would be ready soon.  I have never witnessed such poor professionalism in a resteraunt , when we confronted her she couldn't even deny what had happened. We got up and left.  I will never return, it's a shame because I heard good things.",fake
32117,"What a great find this place is...food is delicious, reasonably priced, but most of all the service is incredible, such great staff, super friendly, make you feel at home",real
22575,"My review is fair and realistic. I am not a kid and I am very serious about my dining experience. About a week ago, I might have given them 4 stars, because the food is pretty good and the service is ok. A little noisy for my taste, but fine, I am not a old man who can't stand some loud music, but here is the problem. We went out yesterday to celebrate my wife's birthday. I can understand that they don't take reservations and I knew that, but when most of the party was already in and waiting to suprise my wife, they were not allowed to sit unless we were there. Not to mention they were treated rude and unfair. When I arived, I approached the manager who had a extremely nasty tone for no apparent reason and he refused, I repeat refused to give us a table. Basically we were told to leave. For what? There was no problem up to that point and there was no attitude from our side. The only attitude I noticed is from the girl at the front desk and the manager. When I asked him if the owners knew how he manages the place, telling a party of 20 to leave. His reply was 'I don't care, you have to leave now!!'. I have never been treated like that in my life. That only tells me one thing, the place doesn't care about their customers. You will not want to waste your time hoping that the management might be in the good mood. You do not want to bring your friends and family only to embarass yourself and hope that someone, like a manager will do you a favor. This is not some kid that causes problems. We are all professional adults with the families, kids, good careers and it was uncalled for. Now, while we started telling this unfortunate experience to some people, we realize that it is not an isolated incident and strongly advice for people not to go Cuban Pete's. Do not punish yourself and your party. Find a place that cares about you and your money. You will not be sorry you read this. It will ensure you avoid the same rudeness that we had to encounter last tonight.",fake
20011,It's ok a bit bland by itself. Cheese whiz would of probably been a better choice than provolone.  Service quick. Very friendly.,real
38288,First time been here since they renovated. Food is still so good.,real
38973,Food is great!! We got the delicious baked Brie appetizer and two superb entrees. Short wait time and delicious food wld have us coming again. The only thing which pinched me was it turned out to be an expensive affair for only 2 appetizers and 2 entrees -especially given the fact it is cash only! Wld probably think abt going there again simply coz the food was good...,real
48032,"Kids and I stopped here for a late lunch.  Kids split a burger and loved it, great fries, had sweet potato fry option but could not talk them into that (I wanted just a few!).  I had a garden salad with salmon - was perfect!  Great dark greens and the salmon was just enough protein to energize but not too heavy.  Loved the dressing not sure ingredients, olive oil based, great flavor with salty salmon.  Atmosphere was great too, small row home feel, tables were full even in late afternoon, must be popular with locals too.  My only negative is that if you are in a hurry this is not the place, service was slow.  We did not mind because needed a break from the heat and wanted a slow lunch.  Would have wanted to know if we had been in a time crunch.  Overall, great restaurant!",real
11093,I was introduced to Elm Street about a couple years back from one of my friends that grew up on Elm Street. Delicious BBQ Chicken done up just the right way. Moist every time I get it and never fails me.  The people are great and always friendly when I go even late night a couple minutes before they close.  The chicken was still fantastic with the rice and salad. I personally like Elm Street BBQ better than Ferry Street as I have visited both more than a dozen times each.   Great food that's fast and reasonably priced! What more can you ask for!  Thumbs up for Elm Street!,real
24777,"I'll likely never forget my meal at Slate, not because of the joyful tears that come to my eyes when I think of the food at this cozy neighborhood restaurant and bar but because of the utter blandness of food.  I came here with two other dining companions after we purchased a LivingSocial deal and realized it was about to expire; being the poor college students we were we were obligated to use it despite the misgivings we had from the lackluster Yelp reviews and the advice we received from friends and family. Still, nevertheless we secured a reservation on a Saturday night and slopped down to Slate.  As we arrived, we discovered more signs of a potentially disastrous night to come.  The restaurant was completely empty.  It never a good sign when you walk into a restaurant and find it deserted, much less at 8 pm on a Saturday night and find that the only other patron at the restaurant is a middle aged gentleman sitting at the bar.   Alas, we were still cheap college students and weren't going to let $40 of a LivingSocial deal go to waste.  Once we entered the restaurant, we were quickly seated (which is not all the extraordinary when you are more or less the only eaters in the restaurant, which sadly was one of the highlights of the evening) and ordered a round of drinks.  The cocktails were strong and delicious - a promising start to the night.  Yet the promises and goodwill developed by the drinks quickly faded once we ordered our entrees.  The drinks got our hopes up - perhaps this was just a neighborhood gem that had just been kept a secret for too long.  Sadly, we were wrong. We opted for the entree option of our LivingSocial deal and ordered the green curry tofu, the salmon, and the fillet.  There's not much to describe except revel in the fact that the restaurant had somehow taken beautiful ingredients and made them completely bland.  People often talk about empty calories how drinking beer or soda makes you fat because you're consuming deliciously sugary calories while not satisfying your hunger - making you fuller and fuller.  Slate accomplished the exact opposite of the empty calorie phenomenon.  My dining companions and I definitely felt full after we finished our meal, yet we we consumed it without consuming any semblance of flavor. The service?  Very good.  Although as I've probably over referenced in the review, not that surprising when you consider us to be the only patrons in the restaurant. One stars.",real
46335,"Loved everything I have tried here! The grits are awesome especially when you add roast pork, pesto and a soft egg! The choriqueso sandwich is a mess to eat especially when you add a soft egg but tons of flavor!  The pizza is incredibly delicious.  I am actually shocked how damn good it is wow!  The egg wrap with added avocado is something that I'm now addicted to!  This is another place that I'm glad I don't  live close to. If I am near I go!!",real
31217,"Love it. Great hearty food and good service. Always a wait, but worth it.",fake
39938,Worth running away from home for.,real
18414,We had 4 different meals between the 2 of us. Blueberry Pancakes were fresh and great! Eggs and Ham steak were soft creamy and done to perfection and the Ham steak was as big as my head. French toast with bananas was bananas in a good way. Hash browns were also top notch.   Not a bad item in the bunch an absolute winner,real
16817,Great food! The cheese grits and blueberry pancakes are amazing! Get here early because there is usually a wait.,real
16906,Food: Awesome Cost Per Person: $15-$30 What we got: Blueberry Pancakes and Buttermilk Fried Chicken Meal: Dinner Pay & Stay or Grab & Go: Pay & Stay Dress Code: Casual Bring: Anyone Good to Know: Not good for parties over 6.  Avoid the wait for brunch and go for dinner to get the pancakes,real
43050,"Max Brenner's in Philadelphia is nothing like the Max Brenner's in New York City. First, the staff was rude and unattentive.",real
39875,Finally after a week of eating deli breakfast. My good old spanish breakfast. Oh man so good.,real
23904,I like this place because of the bangin rodizio and the fact that they have a full menu besides that. Great seafood. Also the guys here are Real Madrid fans! Put yer phone down and get over here!,real
34601,"Food-great!  Pricing-great!  Service-terrible... I can't give 5 stars because after brunch here a few weeks ago I was dumbfounded by the terrible service.  Our waitress N was so rude and inattentive.  Besides giving us an attitude when ordering (which we had to wait 15 minutes to give after we asked for one more moment to make up our minds), we had to wait a very long time for our meals.  In fact, the 2 tables around us ordered after us, but received our food before us.  When I asked for something on the side our waitress snipped ""specials can't be modified"".  After our food arrived, we never saw her again.   Our meals were great, and the meals served around us looked amazing.  The specials in addition to the regular menu all seemed appetizing.  This is a place you can go on a diet and do fruit, omlettes, salads, etc.  It's also the place you can go for a binge.  The girls next to us looked really happy enjoying red velvet pancakes!  Unfortunatly, as I was fininshing my white peach salad (which was great), I looked down at my fork full of food making its way toward my mouth AND...dead ladybug buried in lettuce and dressing.  Hmmmm, I wonder. Anyway, I will return because of the casual convenience and great food.  Fingers crossed for better service and a little friendliness!!",real
14935,"Completely overhyped for brunch. I had the buckwheat waffles - very average waffles. My husband had the poached egg kale sandwich - again, bland and boring. This place definitely needs new items and more unique takes on meals. Service and seating area were both good but the food was extremely mediocre. Would not come back unless they changed up the menu.",real
22911,"Go here for lunch. It is not nearly as loud. The white sangria was excellent, even without alcohol. Pork was excellent, steak is ok as normal. I'd stick with the appetizers.",real
22537,Why go to a place that insults it customers? Recently the OWNER said some racial slurs to its customers while they were waiting for a table.  An owner that insults its customers and kicks them out does not deserve penny out of me.,fake
18808,one of my favorite slices around. their signature slice is the square pepperoni and it is amazing!! plain is great too.,real
29925,"I've only been here a few times, always for brunch/lunch. Pretty cool place. The food there is pretty good, a little more to be expected than the standard diner food. My last visit was for brunch with my boo. We got there around 2 in the afternoon, which evidently was a little late because not only was the place pretty full but they were ""out"" of about half the brunch menu. My fiancé was a little put off by them not having the first 3 things we wanted to order, but I was starving so we stayed and managed to find something we liked. I ordered the silk cakes with sides of bacon and eggs , playing it safe, and a pomegranate mimosa. He had the braised pork belly hash with poached eggs atop and a side of sausage. Both dishes were...good. Nothing spectacular, and our server was nice. We do plan on going back again, perhaps a little earlier next time. Also when it gets warmer to check out the neat beer garden.",real
352,"Obsessed with the place!!!  Wait is always long but the food is delicious and the manager/owner is so nice that you rarely care about the wait.  Love the food - literally have had one of almost everything on the menu and am never disappointed!  Sangria and prices are excellent too! Highly recommend for a girls night out, date night, when family is in town, etc -- have never brought anyone who didn't immediately love it!",real
447,"I came here at a recommendation of a coworker who couldn't/wouldn't stop raving about this place.  He's been here couple times and each time he would show me pics of the food he and his friends had ordered.  And I must say, the pictures looked amazing. I came here full of expectations a few weeks back on a date night w my bf.  I knew I was coming in on a night where there was no flamenco performance so I was counting on the food to deliver. We ordered 5 dishes.  Only one was outstanding... the others were edible, I suppose, and one dish was outright disgusting. The shrimp and garlic sauce was the best I've tasted in NYC.  Hands down that dish was the highlight of the dinner.  We also ordered blood sausage (i'm adventurous and I was trying to get my bf to be as well).  The dish came with two tiny baguette slices with even tinier halved blood sausage smaller than the size of my ring finger (my fingers are short and thin).  It didn't taste bad b/c I couldn't taste anything the thing was so tiny!!  The potato with paprika was good.  And I don't recall what the fourth dish was, but I vividly remember the disgusting pepper stuffed with salted cod.  On the menu there were two ways the stuff pepper can be served; with salted cod or with cheese.  I thought the server had brought us the one stuffed with cheese instead of the cod we ordered b/c the stuffing was creamy (liked instant mashed potatoes but cheesy tasting).  He insisted it was the cod, so I have to take his word for it it wasn't the cheese one.  Whatever it was, I couldn't bring myself to take another bite after the first bite.  My bf just assumed baccala tasted like that.  Seeing as I've never had baccala, I couldn't attest to its taste but the thing that was stuffed inside the peppers was nasty.  Ugh.  And the waitress said this was her favorite dish, too!!  I felt cheated somewhat.  But she was very nice and the service was good.  Though I doubt we'll be back here again. Back to Las Ramblas for my tapas!!",real
32535,I've been coming to this diner for 15 years now.  I loved the food before and I still do now.  But I additionally love the lounge that they added on.  It's cool and seems retro.,fake
34531,"First, I will say I NEVER write reviews on these sites. Secondly, I wish I could rate this establishment based on different categories. My husband and I come here at few times a month to enjoy their breakfast and lunch for the past year or so. For Food, I would easily give 5 stars. Their food is outstanding. I have not had a bad entree in all of the times I've been here. We love everything from their Amazing Creme Brulee French toast, to The Kitchen Sink, to delicious lunch items. We've never been disappointed in the food, EVER. Now, the reason why I did not give them 5 stars.... The WAIT... Granted, for good food, we are willing to wait. However, I noticed that past few times my husband and I came for breakfast, there is preferential treatment when it comes to seating their guests. One more than one ocassion, the 2 young hostesses sat their friends and family within 5-10 minutes of walking into the restaurant. While others, myself included, continued to wait 45 minutes to an hour for a table. It was clear that those people who did not have to wait, were friends/family of staff. As soon as those guests walked in, hostesses/waitstaff all gave them hugs and kisses hello, then blatently bumped them to the top of the waiting list to be seated. I watched the entire interaction take place, where the hostess motioned to her friends, placed her finger over her mouth in a ""Shhh"" motion, winked and seated them. This happened twice today. When I approached the hostess, I asked if they were seating people in the order in which they came or by friendship. They were very rude, refused to let me speak to a manager, and said I must have been mistaken. As I walked away, they giggled and said ""oh well for her.""  We continued to wait, and finally sat down 1 hr and 10 minutes after putting our name in. As I said, we love the food, but this experience completely turned me off to this location. In the future, my husband and I will try their other locations throughout the city, with our fingers crossed that the probable wait will be legit and not because we're not friends with the staff.",real
23513,Fantastic food.  Generous servings.  The restaurant space is great - spacious indoors and quaint outdoor courtyard.,real
46531,"I've dined at In Riva about a dozen times. EVERY time I enjoy myself from the ambiance (both indoor and outdoor in the warmer months!), consistently amazing food, and most recently, the service! Last night my friend and I arrived right at 6pm when happy hour was just ending. TJ S was our server and immediately tended to us, asking if we'd like to get our drink orders in to take advantage of happy hour before it ended. He noticed we were waiting for someone and asked us if we'd like to order our friend's drink as well for the discount. As he gave us drinks, he also gave us the complimentary roasted chickpeas (aka CRACK!) and I whispered to my friend how delicious they were. Throughout our meal and excellent service, TJ S quietly put a small to-go container of chickpeas on the table for me! (Note: He did it quietly probably hoping I wouldn't post it on the internet as I'm sure the servers aren't supposed to do this but I couldn't resist sharing how he went above and beyond!) In addition, one of my friend's asked if they had mojitos and he replied ""not on our menu, but for you we do!"" It really makes a difference when people work to make the experience as diners very personal. Overall, the entire staff of bartenders/ servers/ and bussers do a great job of quickly and efficiently getting the orders in and on the table in a graceful and quick manner. It might seem like I'm gushing about what is to be expected of people working in the this business, but it's not often you find a place with consistently impecable service--but In Riva is one of those few places! Thanks, TJ S for the experience!",real
34746,Yummy. Large portions. Outdoor seating! I will be back.,real
47843,"I bought a groupon here and wanted to come here before I had done so. Being first gen cuban, I know what it's supposed to taste like and have high standards. If i'm going to pay 15 dollars for an entree I can get at home, it better be worth it. It was packed on a weeknight which isn't surprising since the place is on the smaller intimate side. For an appetizer I think we had a ropa vieja platano dish, it was a large portion and the meat was tender had good seasoning. It was a good start and satisfied my red meat craving. But onto more meat, I ordered the churrasco because hey, i wanted to get my groupon's monies worth. It was fantastic. Tender and juicy!!! I can still taste it (this was at least 6 months ago). The white rice accompanying it was equally fantastic and gave the steak a run for its money (that says a lot).  Maybe best white rice I've ever had? When you've had as much white rice as I've had and remember a specific instance. I mean, come on people, it was memorable. Really nice selection of teas. Great variety. You get a pot to share for the table which is nice. 4 stars because I wish prices were a little cheaper!",real
49168,"i love this place and i haven't even had a burger here yet. i came in yesterday afternoon, when i was tooling around on my bike and getting hungry. i was feeling healthy, so i wasn't prepared to eat an enormous and amazing-looking burger, as tempted as i was by all the gorgeous options. i ordered one of the specials instead, the grilled eggplant salad, and it was delicious. smoky but bright, with mint and cilantro in the dressing. the woman who served me was clearly the owner, and she was incredibly friendly and in high spirits. even as i was eating the salad i was planning my trip to come back for burgers. i can't wait.",real
4512,"This is exactly what a diner should be.   Don't be scared off by the line out the door (or do, then I'll get in faster). It moves quickly and the staff will bring out free samples for you to snack on while waiting. Their 2x2x2 breakfast is the best! Affordable price for 2 pancakes, 2 eggs, and 2 sausage/bacon. Perfect combination of sweet and salty without having to order two giant meals. Plus, milkshakes! Also, they make their own flavored butters and will bring them out to you in individual plastic containers if you order pancakes (which you should). I've seen cinnamon, strawberry, and pumpkin flavored butters but I'm sure there's more. The waitress will give you a little bag to take the butters home with you if you ask. (why not!) This is a breakfast & lunch place. They close early. They don't serve brunch. Nothing is over-priced or pretentious. Just delicious food, great staff, and a solid breakfast.",real
39099,"Don't get fooled by the look of this place. I was expecting something with a little more character. The food was excellent. Probably the best meatball sandwich I have ever had. I had the one with prosciutto and provolone and loved every bit of it. As I said before, I wish it was a little more cozy or warm but the food really satisfied me.",real
37946,"I'm a pizza addict and they have THE best pizza in the NYC area.  Their pizza, sandwiches, pasta and appetizers are all awesome.  Its a cozy little place and its always packed at dinner time...the food is legend in Bayonne and everyone I know goes there.  Pizza Masters they are.",fake
44074,"Had some great pizza here once (delivery), so ordered from them again. Worst. Experience. EVER! Their Margherita Pizza doesn't come with tomatoes OR basil (""our basil is dried flakes, so you don't see it"" -Manager). Pizza arrived cold. Also got Moz Sticks that night based on another Yelper; mistake. Tasted like standard grocery store frozen crap, unless you're wasted drunk maybe? All in all, the Manager of the joint doesn't care about customers and the food is definitely not consistent enough to keep ordering from this place. Check out Giovanni's on Chestnut or other places in the neighborhood & skip Zio's.",real
16374,Came here for brunch. Had the blueberry pancakes with warm maple butter and it was delicious! The crispy potatoe skins were not so good. It didn't have much flavor so I had to ask for ketchup and hot sauce.  But those pancakes were devine! Deff need to go back.,real
23152,"If youre looking for inexpensive dinner spot, this is not the place. It is a bit pricey, but the cost is reasonable given how delicious the food. Definitely worth the price!",real
7280,"Julie So I've been here a couple of times for dinner and it's always packed and the food is decent with lots of variety.  Drinks are pretty steep on prices but ur paying for atmosphere.   I came here to avoid the lines at all the little quaint brunch spots around town that serves awesome french toast but makes you wait on line over an hour like Sam's Morning Glory.....   And just as i thought, the Continental was empty for Brunch.  And it was a great experience.     I went with the Tofu skillet.  It's soft tofu in a light curry sauce mixed with zucchini and some other veggies.  Small slices of pita surrounds the bowl and the portions are big enough for a large dude.  I thought it was just delicious and exactly what i was looking for.  Ordered some Turkey sausage on the side but will pass on those in the future.  The sausage skin became chewy in my mouth and the taste was awkward and dry. My mate had the Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon.  Very good and no fishy taste to the salmon.  Sides of potatoes were a good compliment.   The service was great and the coffee cups were always topped.  It was such a pleasant surprise and I would definitely consider coming back to try other offerings on the menu.",real
129,"This review is for the food cart on York street near Yale.  For $5, you can get one HUGE burrito.  It does take away any hunger, as for taste, I've had better, to be honest.  Not that the burrito was bad, everything tasted fresh, but the flavor I expect from a Mexican cart was lacking.  The Mexican trucks down along Long Wharf seem to be much more authentic, but my only concern about them is the cleanliness.",real
12878,"lomo saltado (beef), ceviche are awesome. Chicken is good too, but a little over rated, not my favorite.",real
3299,"Nice people, but food is very sweet. We had the pad Thai and massaman curry, and couldn't stomach either.",real
25849,"(3.5 stars) Warm, cozy spot for wine and small bites. Their happy hour (5-7pm) is fantastic. $5 prosecco and several wines by the glass on discount. The charcuterie platter is perfect for sharing. We also had the popeye quiche with spinach and cheese and the vegetable & goat cheese baguette, which both came with salad. Simple and tasty. The mac and cheese come in tiny bite size pastry cups and the mushroom risotto puffs were divine. The couches at the back are great for groups. Nice place for a laid-back, unhurried night with friends.",real
35937,Blue is my go to place for special occasions or for date night with the hubby.  They also offer weekly pre fixe menus with a nice variety of items to choose from.  The owners of Blue also own Bayou (trying that next) and Beso which I love love love....  You won't go wrong at Blue.,real
45994,"Here's a great story. I was having a spontaneous last-minute brunch at Hundred Acres in SoHo (same owners as Cookshop) and they brought over a birthday cake because they heard from their ""friends at Cookshop"" that it was my birthday recently! And I hadn't been to Cookshop in months - they remembered from last year! Cookshop is more than just great food - it has great people. Since I moved and no longer come here every week, I miss my favorite old neighborhood spot but it's definitely worth the trip across town!",real
27759,"DAMN GOOD FRIED CHICKEN. It's a must. The trout wrapped in ham with berry or citrus marmalade is spectacular. The pecan pie sundae once made me weep it's so rich. If you have a sweet tooth - get it. I usually opt for one of the other desserts because crying in restaurants is for wusses. The brunch menu looks outstanding and the Monday menu deal outtasight and could serve as a perfect epicurean complement to a special event. My only complaint about this place is the interminable wait. If you don't arrive at opening get ready to wait over 2 hours, even at 10 o'clock we had a cruel hour delay before tucking into the grilled kale and endive salad with anchovy dressing, soft boiled egg, astonishingly good croutons - a robust and refreshing starter. For those who drink, try not to get too tipsy waiting it out at one of the local watering holes, this food goes good with booze.",real
38792,"LOVE THIS PLACE!!! I found this amazing little place while browsing events on yelp, big thanks to Stephanie for posting Woofstock 2013. Owner of this place celebrates his yearly anniversary by doing a street fair type event, centered around pet adoption, lots of cool local bands playing and lots of fun tables from local vendors. So of course we decided to stay and eat! First thing I see when I walk in.......   ****Leopard rug and a picture of Marilyn Monroe on the wall***** when I turn to get a full view of the place and see....red walls, small chandliers, leapard seats and lots of cool pin up photography!! Soooooo cool.....like this place and I were meant to be brought together....i loved every corner of it! They also have a small stage, I hear they have burly q Thursdays......didn't I just say this place and I were meant to be?.....lol There logo is a pin up holding a martini glass, super awsum! great customer service, we were seated rite away and the lovely waitress greeted us and took our drink order. Decent drinks, kind of small, got a vodka and cranberry was pretty darn good, not so strong though. Food:   they have a fun menu! Burgers and sandwiches, chorizo sandwhich, ginuess burger (cheddar and thick bacon), cheese steak, roasted vegtable sandwhich for the vegans, and a few different chicken selections. I got the Bolo burger...sautéed onions, and prosciutto! also came with horseradish remoulade, which I got on the side. They have different aioli's and mayo's. They have an extensive menu, pasta, fish n chips, steak, jambalaya, chili, sliders, hummus, edamame, quesadillas, salads and about 7 different types of wings, that all sound yummy. Our starter was the devils hot dog, a hot dog wrapped in bacon, served with fries. My honey and I split this as the appetizer, it was really good, bun was really fresh and toasty. Look this place up, they do lots of fun daily things like taco Tuesdays and brick city Thursdays, they also have a dj on the weekends and I hear some fun is being had! I'm definitely going back for burly q thurs. and to try some more of there menu. street parking only, open late, prices are reasonable.",real
28736,"not even remotely as good as the original one on delancey. they dont even have the same menu, why! stick with the good stuff, people.  my food was poorly seasoned, watered down. even the intimate, lightly dimmed atmosphere of cocoron-delancey turned into a fast food-like place.",real
5166,the food took forever and it came out cold. there was a few roaches on the dining floor and serves was horrible. la comida una eternidad y salió en frío. había unas cuantas cucarachas en el piso del comedor y sirve era horrible.,fake
30230,"Finally! This is what I've been looking for in Philly. A chill, diverse hip hop bar where people are just down to have fun. I went last Thursday from some friends recommending this night as the old-school hip hop/R&B night. No cover! We were greeted by some jams for sure. Just as we were finished purchasing our $3 beer special drinks and turning our heals towards the dancefloor, the DJs changed on us. Unfortunately, tonight was uncharacteristic of other Thursdays. Some guest DJs from Chi-town spinning trance, rave music were in town. No.. I wasn't on E, nor do I drop it. After an hour long set, they finally realized we weren't feelin it. Back to Pharcyde it was. Woohoo! Imma give it another Thursday night runaround for sure. What's keeping me from giving it 5 stars besides the random Chicago DJs? There were about 50 people too many in that spot and it was about 100 degrees on the dancefloor. Other than that, lotsa pluses for having a diner linked to the venue. Removes the hassle of satisfying those drunken munchies. :P",real
37831,"Brunch. Amazing. Do it! I had the omelette . . . perfect. My brother had the steak and eggs . . . divine. To top it all off the staff including our lovely waitress, Tricia, were fantastic.",real
45153,"I was a little worried about going to Cookshop for dinner since it's dubbed as a ""brunch spot"" but I was pleasantly surprised. I came on a Friday night with my girlfriend and was delighted by the ambiance, not too dark and not too loud like many restaurants you'll find these days (I sound like an old man but i'm only 26....sad). The wait staff was attentive and timely and the food was pretty good as well. Started with the chicken wings ""snacks"" which ended up being a full appetizer size and the beats over yogurt, both delicious. For main courses I had the spit roasted chicken which was cooked to perfection, one of the best roast chickens I've ever had. Against my suggestions my girlfriend went with the vegetarian pizza (we're in New York, if you want good pizza we'll go somewhere else) which was OK, I would say the brussel sprouts needed to be cooked more but I guess some people like it. Would come back and suggest to others in the area.",real
4714,"Great place to eat! They feed you free food while you wait on line! And they have ham/turkey bacon, yum! The service is outstanding.",real
45020,"Decent food but really atrocious service. It's loud and the hostess was the rudest woman I ever met. Make a reservation and wait almost an hour to be seated. Save your money and go somewhere else. Really, there are cheaper and better restaurants in the neighborhood.",fake
26875,"This place was amazing! A friend and I were looking for something new to eat and decided to try here. We got the garlic shrimp and grilled red snapper and shared our sides which were rice and beans, yucca, plantains and these other fried bananas that were ahhhhmazing! Everything was so fresh and flavorful. The atmosphere was so warm and cozy. The wait was a little long because everything was made to order but it was so worth the wait. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming and I cannot wait to come back for those fried bananas!!",real
42777,"Not what I was expecting.  That being said, I dunno what I was expecting.  What? I didn't like the creepy cartoons of 'Max Brenner' all over the walls.  I didn't like the very average dessert I was served.  And I REALLY didn't like the $22 price tag for some fruit, marshmallows, and fondue chocolate.   Not returning anytime soon.",real
48826,"I am a big fan of sushi, but I am always afraid to try new places. Bad sushi, is really bad sushi.  The sushi was great here though and I have no complaints about the food or service.  My one criticism, and the reason it gets 4 stars, is the fact that each of the Sakura Gardens sells gift certificates for only that location.  I have never heard of this before, but because of that, I could not use a gift certificate that I unknowingly had for only the South Windsor location.  This was confusing since the envelope it came in listed all of the locations on it.  Be aware of that.  Otherwise this place is great.",real
35344,"Sweet relief!! An adult place to eat, full of new yorkers on a saturday night.  Could this be a dream. We were seated right at a great spot in the back - the banquette seating was just the right touch with acoustics.  Everyone looked like they were having a great time. The food was really superb.  Everything was cooked just right, with the right amount of seasoning, never straying far from its description on the menu. We had quail, croquetas, pulpo, the fiddles and the fish. Dessert was understated and a nice salty, sweet combination. The chef was greeting customers at the end of the evening - so nice to see a name chef actually cook in a kitchen they are promoting. We wished that ingredients could have been more adventurous - but honestly - the food was really good and the service fantastic. Bravo!!",real
4359,"So I went to this place for breakfast and must say I was very impressed. I figured it would be crowded since this place does have rave reviews; but the line moved quick and efficient. The service and staff was very nice, polite & patient. Food was delicious and @ a great price. Def. will be going back in the future. Thumbs up!",real
40731,"My experience last night here was fantastic fun.  Originally I had made reservations for 8 (only taken for larger groups) but we ended up walking in as only 4.  I had informed them prior to arriving we would be 4, they could not hold the reservation anymore since the group was small. It was all good, the wait only ended up being about 15-20 minutes which is not bad at all.  The hostess was nice, witty, fun.  Our waiter also nice, knowledgeable, attentive. The menu had variety for being small.  First the food was/is.... mmmmmmm  scrumptious. Each of us had something different.. Enchiladas Mole, you first tasted it with the sauce and thought yum, as it sat on your palate you had a nice spicy flavor.  Bistek a la Casa, the person ordered it medium rare and got exactly that, it was tender, juicy.  My bf went simple with the Arrachera Tacos which seemed not much going on with them, turned out quite good. [ He reserved a little bit of the guacamole from the chips and added to the top of each ].  Myself, I had the Ensalada de Mango, light, refreshing, mango was ripe with a little bit of bite still, I had it served with avocado instead of a meat which was equally ripe with great color.  The guacamole is good here, good balance of ingredients [ i make it pretty decent myself so I always compare ]  The food had just the right amount of flavor and not too many ingredients. The drinks here rock.  We tried just about every type of Mojito they make.  Plus a strawberry vanilla margarita and they one made with hot sauce [interesting, not half bad]. Overall the bill for what we ordered was not bad.  The atmosphere is small, relaxing, a place you could hangout at on the regular.  The staff friendly and fun.  The food and drinks are absolutely gratifying.  Something worth a little wait if you have to.",real
32468,Great place great staff an food is excellent! All food is fresh !  Mussels Marina are so tastey!  Specials are wonderful!,real
8266,"It may seem redundant for me to follow-up a 5 Star Review with a 5 Star Review but take note , Pylos is a special dining experience. We went for their New Years Eve Dinner and were completely blown away by one of the best meals we've ever had out.  Pylos cleared all the stragglers out and set up tables for those who had reserved in advance.  The menu was prepared by Executive Chef Diane Kochilas and it was outstanding. Appetizers: Sauteed Scallops with Mushrooms and a fava bean puree.  The Scallops were cooked to perfection and topped with a thin layer or dijon mustard.  Mushrooms were finely chopped and added a nice woody contrast to the sweetness in the Scallop.  The fava bean puree added a nice base to the dish. Course 1: 1/2 succulent  lobster topped with a bechamel sauce and served with a small mixed green salad and dotted with pomegranate.  The meat came easily out of the shell.  The bechamel was light and almost buttery.  The pomegranate acted as a flavorful foil to the greens. Course 2:  Paidakia (Lamb Chops) grilled to a perfect medium rare and crusted with a mushroom-based breading, sitting in a red wine glaze and leaning next to a mound of whipped potatoes - also with mushrooms in the background . Dessert: A pear soaked in Mavrodaphne and served a la mode with a dollop of whole Greek yogurt.  The pear had a layer of the liqueur you could see when you cut into it and the yogurt both in taste and texture grounded this closer.   Wines:  A Pelopennesian red - the name escapes me -  that was heavy for a Greek wine and comparable to a good California Pinot Noir.  With dessert, we had our favorite St. Nicholas - a really tasty port. Pylos offered everyone a glass of sparkling Greek white wine for toasting at midnight.   Pylos is one of my favorite restaurants in New York and they get a second 5 Star Review for one of the best meals I've ever had.",real
36040,This place is great and open late and its always consistent.  Awesome,real
38667,"We are a happy  Dosaiplace's Catering Customer. They catered  breakfast and lunch for our son's Upanayanam in Guruvayurappan temple. We needed a  Vegetarian, no-onion, no-garlic and authentic andhra food. We added a few kid-friendly and non-andhra items as well  but requested  strictly no onion and garlic including a Paneer butter masala. We needed breakfast and lunch to be delivered at the venue. Our extended family that even came in from different states, and woke up like 3 AM enjoyed the hearty breakfast by 7 AM at the Venue -  Idli-Vada-Filter Coffee with Sambar and 2-3 chutneys. Lunch with 2 appetizers was also delivered and organized by 11.30 AM . We picked a typical Andhra menu of punugulu, gutti vankaya, palakura pappu, mukkala pulusu, pulihara, purnam boorelu among other things and they were excellent. Each item was authentic and really like perfect home-made.  I did not know 'no-onion' version exists and didn't realize no onion appetizers tasted so good !!. They  worked with us closely on the menu, numbers and all arrangements,  were patient with us as we took many sessions to finalize and even provided us a checklist for non-food items required at the venue for serving lunch. Going with Dosai Place turned out to be a good decision for us. We are planning to try their signature Dosa buffet next time. They come with the Dosa Grill to the venue to make 10+  dosa varieties to order.",fake
23664,"I purchased one roll of paper towels from Forrest dairy for. $2.28  on  Saturday Nov 26 2011. I paid an additional .16 cents sales tax  I know .16 cents is not much money, but consider over a year period all the customers being charged sales tax Om paper products which new jersey taxation states stores cannot charge sales tax on paper products. I Am sure the owner or owners are aware of this law but choose to ignore it as long as the customers say nothing. Convenience stores charge extra as it is because of being  open most of the time I understand that but this is blatant theft. Ps. I don't know about anyone else but I feel I pay enough taxes in rutherford they should at the very least see that the residents aren't being ripped off. I checked the two other stores. Mini mart. And krausers  same thing they are getting away with charging    sales tax on paper products. It's being greedy",fake
40271,food is good. fun environment. only downside is it's hard to get seats!,real
6039,"Years ago, the idea of a great Mexican restaurant in Center City was almost laughable. To extend that perception further, the typical restaurant-goer might almost never think of the storied culture's cuisine as worthy of especial regard. As of the last decade, we've been fortunate to be the benefactors of the arrival of at least three Mexican-inspired kitchens, so finely crafted and conceived, as to induce one to literally drool at the prospect of visiting them. Joining Las Cazuelas and Lolita at the top of the city's culinary treasures, Las Bugambilias is conveniently tucked into a modest slot alongside eastern South Street's fixtures, Paddywhack's and the South Street Diner. The space is cozy; read as: reservations highly recommended. Inside, festively arranged music lazily plays in the background, adding to the gentle stupor one settles into when partaking of the bar's more than generous mixtures. I couldn't resist the mojito, and despite its relative sweetness, I'll rate it among the best I've tried. And of course the food: to die for. My buddies and I stopped in before a  show at the TLA on a Sunday, which I believe may be why the gems they call entrees came to the table so quickly. I was tempted by the pulled pork with plaintain, and, as ordinary a dish as this may sound, the wonder meat was so mysteriously savory as to really make one ponder, how do they do it? The astounding pollo tamarindo that my NY pal inhaled with Hoover-like efficiency is a menu highlight and is simply not to be missed. Even the unassuming dollop of refried beans, served as a side with every main course, is so tasty that it's truly baffling how such seemingly simple foods can be handled with such sophistication. The portions are generous - bring your appetite. For what you get from the standpoint of taste, quality, and amount, the prices are very reasonable. If there's one restaurant to recommend above all in the QV/South Street area, I'd point to this one without a second's hesitation.",real
18669,Such amazing pizza! Every time I'm in the neighborhood I make it a point to stop in here. The Broadway Breadcrumb square is my favorite and I would absolutely recommend it. The stuffed prosciutto balls are also very good. :),real
25760,"I have been here about half a dozen times. It is super cute, has really helpful servers, a nice ambiance, reasonably priced wine, and good snacks. The first time I went to Jadis was for a friend's Welcome Back party after she had been working a work rotation overseas. We had the entire back area, and the staff was really great about keeping all of our orders straight and dealing with our separate payments. The second time, I went with a friend on a Monday before a dinner event. And of course, we ordered an entire bottle of wine since the special was 30% off all bottles over $30! The food smelled heavenly, so we couldn't help but order a couple of small plates to share. YUM! We had bacon wrapped scallops and the eggplant dip, both of which were really flavorful and a great way to whet our appetites. Someone mentioned the size of the dishes were small...I thought that the size relative to price was actually perfect or even great. All the starters and small plates were under $10 except for the chorizo. The sandwiches, quiches, and salads ranged from $10-13. Platters of 4 charcuterie choices or cheese choices were $20. I thought the prices and sizes of the dishes were more than reasonable, especially for New York. Also went here for meetups with some friends and a date after watching a movie. Overall, a really cute spot with really nice servers who have great recommendations about wines and stay within the price range you mention. The normal non-happy hour prices are very very reasonable, with bottles starting at $25 and glasses at $7 (shocking!!) They could be a tad bit faster with the water, but otherwise, this is definitely a go-to and favorite.",real
27212,"Love this place since day one, if you consider yourself anything near a foodie or are just interested in something new and delicious then please don't even think twice, anything on the menu is amazing. This place will have you dreaming about it.",fake
37240,So cute! I usually stay away from Old City after dark but yesterday me and my friend stopped by Sassafras fro some after dinner drinks and I loved it! We got a seat at the bar and ordered from their specialty cocktail menu. I loved the atmosphere. There were 2 younger guys playing music (sax and the guitar). It made me feel like I was in a 40s era bar. The bartenders were also super nice. I'll definitely be coming back tot try to food next time.,real
17042,"Like any good place in New York, there's going to be a wait. No one ever said that anything THIS good would be available in a blink of an eye, so anyone who's discrediting this restaurant for the wait is clearly delusional. The breakfast at this place is superb, and when I say breakfast, I mean the pancakes. Oh my goodness, the blueberry pancakes at this restaurant are the best I've ever had. They are so fluffy and dense all at the same time, and the BLUEBERRIES, oh my gosh, Clinton doesn't just lay them on top and call it a day. No, they also load the inside with a bajillion, just so you remember that you're eating a BLUEBERRY pancake. THE BEST. And you know sometimes you can get that feeling where you just feel so ""bleh"" after eating a mountain of pancakes? No, not this place. They really understand the DNA of a great pancake. What else did I have there... Oh the biscuits! So great. Something I will note is that it is cash only, so bring cash!!",real
22212,"If I didn't have to give at least one star, I wouldn't. My boyfriend has been playing in bands for a good 3 years so I've been to quite a few bars. I've never experienced such a poorly run bar. Firstly, the bartenders are rude. I don't know if it was just a bad night or what but purposely spilling a person's beer by bumping into their arm because they didn't tip you and then brag about it to your bar friends after they walk away, I'd have you fired in a second. Secondly, the beers really aren't reasonably priced unless you come during their specials (which end at 7) **I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND PLAYING HERE** My boyfriend's band sold a good number of tickets and brought in a good number of people. Usually if its a good turn out they either get some free beer or get paid for the night. They got neither. Definitely wasn't worth lugging their equipment from North East Philly and having to deal with all the rude people that work there. There are much more better places to play at.",fake
3840,"I've been looking for a decently priced Puerto Rican restaurant for quite a while. I've been trying different places in search for a restaurant that mirrors my grandmothers' cooking because I want to invite a few of my friends that have never tried Puerto Rican food. I was born and raised in Puerto Rico so I have high standards. I'm not looking for something that looks good on a plate; I'm looking for something cheap, authentic, and delicious. Okay, enough background info. Now to the review. FOOD: I wasn't expecting much from this place but I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered pernil which came with a side of rice (white, yellow, or yellow with green peas) and beans (red, pink, or black). I went with the white rice and pink beans. I also ordered a mofongo. I shared the meal with my date and the bill came out to be around $20. The food was great and authentic; it was very similar in taste to what my grandmothers make at home when I visit them in Puerto Rico. SERVICE: The server was attentive and polite. SEATING: The place has six tables with about 20 chairs. On a busy day it might be harder to seat large groups but I went at around 6pm on a weekday and there was no wait. Overall: 5 stars! I recommend this place to anyone that wants an authentic taste of Puerto Rico in NYC. BTW, CASH ONLY!",real
13801,"Place has a fun set up, grab a pitcher and play corn hole or mini golf in the back. Food was pretty good, seafood supposedly is flown in over night. Nice hot sauce selection. If you take the ikea ferry from downtown manhattan, DON'T BUY ferry tickets.  They don't even check them.",real
19708,"Stopped in here for a quick brew b4 going to see a movie at the Ritz East. Had a cask conditioned Yards. Yummy. Menu looked very appealing, and it's hard to believe what it looks like if you had ever been in that craphole to see a show - not that there's anything wrong with a grimy rock club sometimes. Anyhow, hope to eat here soon... Also, big props to Jeremy the bartender. He always does a nice job, even if it's a beer & a Scarlet O'Hara.",real
32957,There a very few meals that leave with you that post-coital high...this was one of them.,real
15691,"This was our second time at Il Pittore. Once again this restaurant delivers! The food was fantastic.  We followed our server's suggestions and he was spot on.  On a side note, Kevin (our server) was fantastic.  I would recommend requesting him if you go. His attention to detail, food knowledge and familiarity with the menu was second to none (and I've been to most all of the Starr restaurants). We had the following:Crudo Tasting, Merluzzo Affumicato, the grilled shrimp special, Tortellini,Pappardelle,Malloreddus, Pescatrice Saltimbocca, Brasata D'Agnello, Guancia Di Vitello, Sorbet for dessert. Yes there were three of us this time. The overall consensus of the group was our favorite entree was the Lamb and the favorite appetizer was the shirmp special.   Northern Italian comfort food with a modern twist!",fake
49258,"finally got to check out this this new option of dining in the Fishtown area.  I am stoked to have a vegetarian friendly ""burger joint"".  Originally I was going to try the vegan burger but was enticed to try the seitan special.  Served on a yummy roll with the cheese puffs on the side.  it was super yummy!  I also somehow squeezed in a chocolate ($4.50) shake.  also delish.... but a bit pricey. anyway, this is the place to go if you are a vegetarian seeking the hearty fill of a meaty sandwich.  I don't eat much meat nor do i crave it usually but  i think it would delight even the meatiest of meat eaters.  :) i wouldn't recommend you to eat here every night unless you like to truly load on the calories... it is not a super health food place but it is definitely a great place when you have that ""burger & cheese puff"" craving. (truth be told, i could live without the cheese puffs, but i give them and A for trying and for breaking up the monotony.)   the ambiance is great too.  simple, dim & fun (chalkboards are cool!).  the staff is wonderful as well!",real
4669,"Since this is quite a popular spot for brunch on the weekend, you'll have to wait in a long self-monitored line.  Someone will come out every time there is a free table to ask for the next party of two, three, four, etc... Although the line is annoying, the staff makes it better by bringing you samples of food and glasses of water. This alone is a nice gesture. As for the food, it's worth the wait. Those that enjoy the savory might enjoy the Eggs Florentine or even a side of corn beef hash or sausages.  Anyone that likes a sweet breakfast may feast on their pumpkin walnut waffles (slightly crispy on the outside and soft and cake-like on the inside) or the lemon ricotta pancakes (they're awesome and that's all you need to know). One time I found a piece of mesh wire (from a mesh wire sponge) on my plate.  They were so nice and offered me food to take home and a free breakfast.  It wasn't a big deal, but they were so nice about it that I can't complain.   Bottom line: The food is tasty, the prices are cheap, the portions are decent.  Yes, it's crowded- but most good places in NYC are always crowded.",real
20928,"The pasta really is delicious, my love for italian food was kindled at this place!  Typical NYC intimacy inside the restaurant.  The servers are very busy on the weekends as expected.  Fresh bruchetta is worth it as you wait for your meal.  Good prices for a quality meal in the city.",real
26751,"Delicious gut-bomb of a brunch option. They have something on the menu to feed every hungry lumberjack in your group. Which is good, since you'll certainly work up an appetite waiting for your table!",real
26845,"My wife and I had the pleasure of dining at Ted's last evening.  Just fantastic.  My wife had their classic burger, perfectly prepared with the best fries.  I had the bison short ribs with fresh carrots and mashed garlic potatoes, simply perfect.   The atmosphere was very comfortable and not noisy.  While we were dressed casually, I felt as if a suit would have been very appropriate - but did not feel under dressed.  I would entertain friends, family, and business associates here.   Service was excellent, no rush, yet very attentive. I cannot wait to return.  This is an amazing new addition to the city of Hartford.   Watch out West Hartford Center, great service, no waiting, and free parking.",real
46837,"I realize it's a Friendly's, and I have minimal expectations, but they really need to do a better job of keeping this place clean.  The service is all around disinterested in both the serving of food and just tending to the place in general. With all of the other superior options for food and ice cream in the area, I'm not quite so sure how this place remains in business. Everything is ridiculously slow.  Way too slow for food that is basically reheated frozen food. I don't even want to bring my kids here...",real
45572,"The service is superb here. Food is always prepared with the season's best produce. A fun sit at the bar, breezy Sunday drinks type of place. The bartenders are super creative so just ask if you dont see it on the cocktail list.",real
6059,The food was good and our waiter was pleasant and courteous but unfortunately the owner who we met when we walked in was extremely rude.  My husband even went up to him after our meal and told him that he needed to change his attitude and then told him we would never come back to which the owner replied "ok that's fine".  Not exactly good customer service. He also owns Thai Kitchen in Hillsborough. It's a shame because the food is pretty good but we will never go back.,fake
12964,"I've always said you know it's good chicken when you get past the skin and the meat is still flavorful. Pio Pio got it right. I heard about this place and their green sauce from a number of people. When my boyfriend said someone mentioned it to him, I thought, we have to go here we're missing out on something. Boy, were we. I was in awe the moment I walked in. This location is huge, and I love the creative eco-friendly design. I felt like I was in a medieval Peruvian castle sitting in the big wooden chairs upstairs overlooking a huge dining area down below. But enough about the decor. We ordered the Matador Combo to share. A whole rotisserie chicken, rice and beans, avocado salad, fried plantains, french fries with salchipapas and that infamous green sauce all for $30.00 (feeds two or even three if you're a light eater) you can't beat that - OK maybe you can but I haven't seen it yet. We ate and ate and asked for a doggie bag when we couldn't eat anymore. We went here on a Monday night; it was pretty empty which was good because I was licking my fingers and smacking my lips like I was at a back yard BBQ. We also ordered a half pitcher of Sangria, which was the only thing that I was not impressed by. It was really sweet and tasted like a syrup mix. I should have ordered one of the drink specials that our waitress recommended. I would definitely recommend this place for a group event (I'm thinking about having my birthday dinner here), the space is huge, the food is good, the portions are large and the price it right.",real
42494,Good but I think it's very over rated. I mean yes it's healthy but I was disappointed. The only thing I really like was there chocolate,real
7246,"Had a good experience here  - both for brunch and for dinner. Dinner: We got lucky and scored a seat right away. (3s a hard table to fill, I think) The shaker of Violet B. martinis was an excellent deal. It was tasty and came with candy. Candy! The tapas-esque plates were a good size. French onion dumpling were good, the fries were good but hard to eat and the tofu dish was yummy. The lobster macaroni was not actually marcaroni noodles but apparently good all the same. I like the decor. Saw the inside for brunch, which was ok but not nearly as good as dinner. The hash browns were plain jane freezer potato cubes. My omelette was good and the toast is tiny toast! I love tiny things! And oh, I don't know. This place didn't feel like it was attempting to be Manhattan to me. There was far too much space and far too yuppies.",real
10490,"Glad to see that others agree that this is AUTHENTIC indian and fine at that. Great naan, great chicken tikka and korma. Flavors of the curry are bold and spicy and perfection. Planning on bringing my friends in for sure.",fake
28077,"It might be their special $25 three-course prix-fixe menu (which is a great deal) or it just might be that this place is part of the latest craze of Southern comfort food in a classy American bistro setting. Regardless, the restaurant was packed on a Monday night.  We were quoted a 30 minute wait but were sat much sooner. We were treated to complimentary popovers and enjoyed a snack of sweet potato croquettes.  It felt like we were at somebody's grandmother's house.  Maybe that's what they were going for, but who's grandmother?  Mine never cooked fried chicken and duck meatloaf.  But I sort of wished she had. The service was good and the atmosphere comfortable, but the food was slightly disappointing.  The buttermilk chicken and cheddar waffles were very heavy (they were so dredged in batter that I couldn't even tell it was chicken) and rather cold by the time I got it.  The best part to the dish was the light and sweet maple balsamic.  I wish this place was called Maple Balsamic Channel.  It doesn't have the same ring to it, though. The apple and turnip soup was rather bland.  And the kale salad had difficult textures and strange temperature contradictions.   Nothing here was bad, but it was all rather underwhelming.  It's a cute place and I'll probably give it another chance, but it's not worth crossing any channels to get to. -eatthisny",real
44804,"Great service and great food with a very nice atmosphere, what else can you ask for?",real
46605,"I had dinner at In Riva on Valentines day and I think my expectations were a bit too high.  The restaurant has a very relaxed feel and seemed more of a bar then restaurant.  The lights were dim and the bartenders were wearing tee shirts. I do like tapas style dining but this was the first time I experienced it with Italian food.  We ordered (4) small plates, (1) 12"" pizza and (1) pasta dish.  Our server was very knowledgeable but was MIA several times during our meal.  We received (3) of our small plates and (1) that we didn't order.  It was good but I really wanted to try the Buffalo Pork Belly that we never received. The pizza was very good but being 12"" I could have eaten it myself.  If you are getting it along with other items its fine but I wouldn't get (1) pizza alone for dinner. All of the food was made in house and I didn't have anything that seemed to have been frozen.  I'm going to give In Riva another chance when the weather warms up so we can sit outside and grab dinner on a night when they're not swamped.",real
3691,"Good beer selection, awesome staff, quick service and phenomenal cheesteaks make this my favorite Irish bar in the city. Definitely worth checking out!",fake
6086,"would have given Ricky's 5 stars but the staff needs work.  the food is outstanding and the atmosphere is very nice and a great place to go on a date or with a group of friends.  However, our waiter was not very good.  He did not explain anything, especially how the spices work.  He barely checked on us.  Luckily others picked up his slack.  I will be back.",real
49976,"All I have to say is, meh. I was excited to try this place out as they sell their establishment as tapas style tacos in many many different varieties. However, the ordering style is mildly confusing. We wanted the platter, but had to wait for our waitress to come back to ask the difference between the small and large platter as absolutely no information was on the menu. When my group of three finally ordered, it came out family style. We weren't told which taco was what, so it was trial and error, which was a bit of a challenge since some in my group were vegetarian/non-beef eaters. Family-style is  fine normally, but the corn is served in ears, which I'm confused about since it's family style and only two ears were given. We also got tamales, which again, is a slightly awkward thing to have family-style since there were only two tamales served. Also, the chicken tamale was beyond mushy and soggy, I couldn't even eat it, and I'm not at all a picky eater. The tacos were good, but again, nothing to write home about which is a shame, since they had a lot of unique kinds on their menu. My fav. was the fried oyster and the portabello, but all the others weren't note-worthy at all. The ambiance is great, until about 10 at night when suddenly, the lights dim even more and the music is cranked up. I don't think this place turns into a club as there is nowhere for the tables to be moved to, so I'm not sure why the music needs to be turned up at a restaurant, no matter the hour of the night. Overall, I'm glad I can say I tried it, but I don't think I'll be returning. There are too many other great establishments in WH to test out.",real
12835,I had a great experience at Pio Pio in Hell's Kitchen.  The decor was so nice.  I have never seen anything like it.  Our waitress was wonderful and the food and sangria were fabulous.  Can't wait to go back.,real
17085,"After reading reviews we decided to go a little early so we could be there when they opened.  After taking a red eye just a couple of hours before, we were ready to eat!  We ordered the blueberry pancakes of course, and the potato pancakes with smoked salmon, caviar, and creme fraiche.  OMG they were both amazing!! The pancakes and maple butter were melt in your mouth goodness...definitely lived up to the hype.  The potato pancakes were perfectly crisp and paired great w/the smoked salmon.  I wish I lived closer..",real
38867,"The phnom penh noodle is mediocre. The broth is flavorful enough to satisfy your craving of ku tiew. The downside is the stingy little amount of noodle, meat and old scrawny shrimps. I guess the broth make up for a lot of its cons. The other food on the menu is as common as street cart food. The establishment is tiny and out dated. The owners are truly immoral. At a few of my visits they will charge additional fees for no apparent reason. They ask thousands of questions and service is quite awful at times. I can truly say that I have visited this eatery enough time to know that it is time for me to find a better more suitable noodle house to spend my hard earn money at.",fake
25365,"YUM!  the big breakfast for $6.50 is way tastey.  Three pancakes, two bacon, two sausage, two eggs, toast and everything was perfect.  We went back twice in a three day period and the second time was just as good.",fake
14739,"The second star is because the food tasted good, but that was the only thing this place had to offer.  I have never been this ignored by a waitress before.   This was my first time going here because i had heard good things about it from friends, but for some reason our waitress had no time for us.  We wanted to sit outside, but waited at least 5 minutes before the hostess even noticed us, then we were just going to order drinks.  The waitress, not too politely, informed us that outdoor seating was ""dinner only"" so we took a look at the menu and after a few minutes ordered the hummus plate. Things seemed to be going fine, until I finished my beer and the waitress neglected to stop back.  After 20 minutes with an empty glass the bus boy (not my waitress) finally asked me if I wanted another drink.  I asked him for the check and when the waitress finally showed up again I was gracious and left a minimal tip (for minimal service). Sorry, N. Third, you will not be getting my business again.",real
8928,"Lazy to write a long descriptive review, but in a nutshell, yawn. Went with a veg friend and ordered the Zucchini Pancakes (under-seasoned), Quinoa Salad (kept looking for the quinoa in there!) Plyllo Rolls (wayyyy too salty) & Roasted Eggplant (C'mon, this is an easy one to get right!). Simple stuff but rather unimpressive. Sad, for some reason I had expected much more from this spot. Maybe I'll go back to give them another chance on the meats....",real
24921,"Love this place. So happy to have a restaurant in the neighborhood offering tasty, healthy options with actual flavor. I love the Lemon Chicken, Basque shrimp and shrimp tacos, so far.",fake
48784,"A friend and I went there for sushi two nights ago - the outstanding roll and volcano roll were delicious and the same with our appetizers. I ordered the soft shell crab and my friend had the deep fried spring rolls. Service was pretty quick as well. The horrible part is, we both definitely got food poisoning within one or two days. I want to believe the restaurant was having an off night, or something was wrong with those exact plates. The verdict is still out on if I will return any time soon for hibachi.",fake
47598,"Very, very good place. Large, modern but warm decor. Good service. Interesting menu with authentic Italian chef. Traditional options plus some more interesting ones and some specialities from his region. Never have had a bad meal here and always enjoy it. Recommended.",fake
42704,"You can tell that this used to be a happening place for desserts, but sadly it really didn't live up to any hype when my group went. Okay so this is between a 3 and 2.5 stars and I rounded up. First the service and atmosphere. The atmosphere was super crowded. We walked in without reservations and had a twenty minute wait for a table because it was so packed. Don't expect the bar to be open either,  it really never cleared up the entire time we were there. Also I do not know what was going on but it was flooded with rude tweens. One actually pushed my aunt aside so that she and her friends could look at chocolates. There were tweens everywhere, so it seemed like a pretty immature crowd ( I know this isn't Max Brenner's fault, and it didn't affect the rating, but others should be aware) . It was also loud, incredibly loud, the music was too loud and the tables were crammed together. The server was fine and answered our questions,  she was fairly fast and was very polite. The food was okay. Which was disappointing, because you expect the food to be stellar when the restaurant is packed and the wait is twenty to thirty minutes. Instead the dessert we got was very lackluster. It was one of the Max Icon desserts, the one for two people that had chocolate cake, ice cream, toppings and whip cream, I strangely cannot find it on any online menus now. So something that was supposed to have a thick cake at the bottom, instead has something that looks like a brownie that was overdone and squished. It was thinner than my index finger. There were two tiny scoops of ice cream on the opposite sides of the dish, and then it was covered, completely in whipcream. Don't get me wrong, I love whipcream but good grief, I didn't order whipcream for two with toppings of thin, overdone brownie/cake and two teaspoons of ice cream. The hot chocolate was better with my little brother ordering a dark chocolate Italian Cream, and I ordered a milk chocolate Mexican Cocoa. They were alright but nothing stunning. Overall I would not recommend this for a date, bringing children, and definitely not for a group that wants to talk.  However if you want a posh place for drinks or something this might be good.",real
46880,"BEST SANDWICH PLACE EVER! Service is great, food is even better. Best spot for lunch in Montclair!",fake
35605,"The burger was good but it broke too easily.  The staff was friendly and the atmosphere was a nice change of pace.  It had a little Louisiana/cajun feel to it.  It is a bit pricey though. Definitely a place that i will stop by again, but only once or twice a year.",real
42663,"I'm in love. Yes, my addiction to all things chocolate may be a major contributing factor, but Max Brenner has a lot more to offer besides. First, our waiter--David--was phenomenal, presenting an excellent level of service that I've realized is just honestly hard to find in Philly. (It's sad when you start to hold restaurants to the standard of simply ""not being rude""). My fiancé ordered one of their waffle sandwiches which he really enjoyed. I had the Mac 'n Cheese entree which was yummy, although I wish the tomato-ey sauce it comes with had been a little spicy, as it would have kicked it up a notch. We then split a bottle of Cabernet and the Dark Chocolate Fondue for two, which decadently complimented eachother in the best possible way. My fiance compared it to the Melting Pot, and I've always been a fan of theirs as well, but after this experience I would have to say Max Brenner wins out.",fake
38885,"There were three live flies in my food. I thought after the first one I'd just shrug it off, but.. they just kept coming out of my food... I grew up eating here as a kid and went back again. I know the lady that works there and she always never really seems to care about service. I was the only one there and I asked her for a check and a box to go. After she said ok, she talked with this other guy for about 10 minutes and said sorry after. However disgusted I may have been by the flies, I will say that their Ka Tieu Phnom Penh is pretty awesome. The meats, broth, and overall flavor is something that I can't find in many other places. I'm at a loss for what to do b/c there are so few cambodian restaurants. Maybe I'll give it another shot and just let them know about the flies. I'll probably just stick with their Ka Tieu since it's a clear broth that'll probably be devoid of flies, but after this experience I'm not sure if I can go back without wanting to gag.",real
22564,"The worst experience in a restaurant thus far! I was a server for 4 years and i usually tend to understand when there are a few mistakes here and there, but this place was horrible on every aspect imaginable!!! To begin, it was superbly unorganized there was food going in front of people left and right which is by the way, anti hygienic and dangerous , since any child can be walking around and have a hot plate fall on them. The trash was being carried out in the front lobby where all the food was passing and where everyone was piled up on the stairs. They have extreme safety hazards by having people pile up along the stairs, and when others are trying to exit the building they cannot hold on to the side rails to hold themselves!!! I even saw a son holding his mother by the back so she would not fall! ridiculous!!!! We finally sat down and it took the server about a good 15 minutes to get to our table. When the server got there he tells us they ran out of about 50% of their products, which was quite mind boggling. Nonetheless we decided to stay because we had waited long enough and decided it was not worth going elsewhere, we were way wrong! The food finally arrived and none of the food was what we had ordered. Then the server comes and tells us that they ran out of more things and that was the reason why our plates didn't come as we had asked. Need i remind you i was a server before? The servers duty is to inform the customer that something is out as soon as it is out! not wait until the food is coming out and just throw anything on their plate and expect them to want that!!!! are you kidding me?!!! The food was alright, but quite honestly after all the events my appetite was the least of my problems, and considering the prices they have on these plates it is so not worth your buck. The cherry on top was the ending of our evening.... both the manager and the owner are the most incompetent business personnel i have every come across! No wonder the servers are how they are! They are rude, they have an attitude and quite honestly they have no clue how to manage a business!!!!",fake
38125,Favorite place in the city to hang out with my best friend! I love the side dishes they give! We always get mildly spicy seafood soondubu and it never disappoints. The waitresses are nice and they always smile which makes a bad day better. I do not think I can ever be rude to them. The tables are non sticky and clean! I would definitely recommend this place!,real
15028,Food was really good.  Tried the cheese egg with grits and the Southern Fried Rice. Don't get the Pork Sticky rolls though.  The contrast between sugared glaze and the mustarded pork was really weird.   Wait was 40 mins long though and it was really cold today.,real
1971,"LIsten to me fellow Yelpers! I am SORRY!...I didn't believe or heed your reviews! This was seriously one of the worst cheesesteaks I have ever had. It really is over-hyped. Why did I go here? I am stationed in Maryland (Go AIr Force!) and my family and I were driving on I-95 here in town and at around 3PM i had a vision of an amazing dinner! For some reason Philly popped into my head. So I told the family, ""Hold on; we are going to Philly; I want a cheesesteak...from that famous place!"". So, I stayed on 95 going North and braced for the 2 hour drive. Got to Philly...never been; very nice! Drove straight to Geno's and was amazed how cool the environment was. Its a cross between Ghetto and Suburban...Pretty sure the cops and the mafia have told the thieves, murderers and gang bangers to STAY away from the tourist and white people! lol....because there were alot of white people and oddly enough kids and stuff in that area. Anyway...it was inviting but yet made you stay on your toes about where you actually were...in a big city! So the line to get the sandwich was quick ($9...cash only!) then another line to get drinks and fries! All and all its about $30 for 2 cheesesteaks and 2 sodas and fry. Enough about the dumb stuff, here is the down low: Pros: environment culture lively experience Cons: expensive crowded no exceptional taste to sandwich dry bread was chewy So all and all, the place was cool, lights definately made a difference in my choice of places (Genos or Pats), but it really did suck! Seriously...there was nothing special about it! Enjoy the post!",real
47284,"The awaze beef was very dry and tough. It seems that they didn't season or marinate any of their meat before putting it in the sauce -- so bland and watery. At least the awaze chicken was tender. Lentils were just ok -- a bit cold. The injeera was thick and starting to dry up. I hope they weren't left over from last night. :( Meh. I've had a lot better. But hey, this is a food cart so 2 stars you go.",real
31480,"It's my favorite restaurant in New Haven, hands down. A super-creative menu of forward-thinking American foods, which constantly changes, goes well with their expert selection of tasty wines and cheeses. Perfect for a date or a special occasion. It's a little pricey (or more than a little), but certainly worth it. Go for a meal, or just to enjoy some classy wine and cheese. In the summer try to get a table outside. New Haven's freshest, most interesting gourmet. Definitely check it out.",real
34145,"Very good Mexican place,  it has a cool look inside and the food was good,  I would return.",real
9641,"Five years later, my 2008 review still stands.  This is a great spot. We went for breakfast, which they serve from 9-11.  At 9:05 we were the third table occupied.  No wait, good service, and such a delightful setting.  The room alone is worth the visit, classy with high ceilings and beautiful woodwork.   The list of coffee alternatives alone is worth the visit.  Add the Viennese pastries and good eggs, and it is fantastic.",real
32109,Went back a few weeks later.. much better though they kept us waiting for 1.5 hours.  So if you go on fri or sat night make a reservation!  The Bulgogi was so much better than the first time I had it.  The Banchan changes every time you go.  Over all.. so happy there is finally a real Korean Bbq joint here.,real
7380,"ohhhh....sooooooo....gooooooood!!! the place is quirky-from the outside it looks like a diner but when you get inside, a lounge looking restaurant. I didn't really pay attention to the plasticware/silverware... The food was really worth it. Our server was nice and attentive. We got the Grilled Chicken Skewers, Lobster Mac & Cheese, Spicy Lettuce Wraps and Shrimp Scampi. We enjoyed all of it but I really recommend getting the Lobster Mac & Cheese-made with orzo...different and really yummy!!! I'll definitely go back when I visit Philly again.",real
34238,"Excellent brunch! And like most places, the earlier the better.",real
47671,"Been Going to brunos since I was 10 years old.  The pizza is consistently great.  Its a true jersey establishment.  LOVE IT and the owners are gracious to everyone, even the kids with who want to hang and share a slice.  Go and order a pie.",fake
37755,"Great brunch place in the neighborhood. The staff is very friendly and the food is excellent. My fave is the feijoada a brazillian stew with bacon, rice and some salad. Yumm. The brunch comes with coffee and a drink. Sometimes they also have live music there.",real
20682,Cute little place! I love the pastas here and service is good. I come here often with my family and we always enjoy it.,real
22477,"DO NOT go to this restaurant!!!!! Went there for my daughters birthday(a party of 13) and were told the wait would be 2 hours....but it wasn't  2 hours..Mr.""Cuban ""Pete himself kept pushing it back another 40 minutes then another 30 minutes..by this time it was almost 11pm....when asked if we were ever going to be seated he told us we were off the list and he gave the table to another large party,When someone in our party went to compalin to him..his response was ""YOU F*#*+*#G WHITE PEOPLE""!!!!!!!!!!!! Never in my life has a restaurant owner spoke or treated me or my family in this manner. It is obvious he  feels he can treat people like this and they will continue to come back to his restaurant ....I hope not.",fake
49683,"I really enjoyed my brunch here. The waiters were all extremely friendly and very helpful. I informed them of my gluten and dairy allergies and they made me an unbelievable frittata. It was flavorful and very satisfying. All the waiters were Italian so for those looking to practice their Italian, this is a great spot to go and practice. If you don't want to practice Italian, it's still an amazing brunch. I'd  absolutely come back again for brunch or to try their dinner. The ambiance is great, rustic, casual, and intimate feeling.",real
35783,"The GOOD: +Amazing melt-in-your-mouth food. Try the specials--whatever they are! +Creative and delicious cocktails. +Outdoor seating on the edge of Rittenhouse Square. The BAD: -Dessert.  It's just not that great. -Placing tables over subway steam vents--just a stupid idea.  Rethink your table arrangement if you need to warn customers--seriously, someone could get burned. The UGLY: -Viagra-poppin' gents who bring ladies with fake tots, ugly clothes, and fried blonde hair.",real
45131,"Only brunch time I could book on Saturday was 2:45pm. Sleep in on a Saturday and slowly meander my way to brunch by 2:45? Sounds perfect. When we arrived, it was very busy. Looked like a birthday party in the corner, intimate 2-people conversations, huge girlfriend-gabbing sessions, etc. We were seated fairly quickly and right by the kitchen. I ordered chicken liver mousse and a pastry, alongside a BLT Mary. The bf got the Huevos Rancheros that other reviewers seem to love. The liver was ah-may-zing. Loved it! came with toasted brioche that I had to get a refill of to maximize my liver. The BLT Mary was too strong for my taste, and too spicy. It was too EVERYTHING. I mean, it got the job done...I was tipsy by 4pm on a Saturday...but it was a mission to finish it. The bf's Huevos Rancheros was just meh. Not sure where the hype is coming from, but it seems a little unjustified. I think I enjoyed it as an experience, but perhaps our picks from the menu were not the best.",real
3446,"Just had mother's day brunch here and it was yummy!  We tried most items between the 3 of us (eggs Benedict, bacon, sausage, pancakes, waffles, French toast, blintzes, home fries, penne vodka, Lobster ravioli, assorted fruits and veggies, donuts, cannoli, so many cakes).  We didn't have any of the fish, chicken, beef, or ham dishes.  No particular reason, just went for the other stuff.   Almost everything was great.  The pancakes, French toast and waffles, while delicious, were cold and didn't feel super fresh.  Everything else was perfect. Highlights were the home fries, the pastas, the orange juice, the donuts, and the cheesecake. I would absolutely recommend and go again.",real
9954,"The coziest place in town, excellent food, relaxing and has a lot of charm, a must visit place if you already haven't .",real
7792,"This restaurant is overrated. The food here is not bad, but not 5 stars. Between the tables are very small distances, so there is no privacy. But  let me say that the service was very good.The waiter was very attentive and nice.",real
29314,"I love Japanese food restaurant like Bohemian are exactly why. There is so much care put into each dish, each course is like a work of art.",fake
22176,Gem neighborhood spot.  I've been here 3 times for lunch.  Food is freshly prepared and well flavored with good sized portions.  The soups are amazing ! Exceptionally clean - definitely worth a visit,real
48923,"This one is huge !. I've been to a lot of Irish Pubs around the world (including Ireland) this is the biggest I've ever seen and one of the best too. The food was fantastic, I had a Shepherds Pie which was a variation of the usual pub fare here in Philadelphia. The Stout (4 to choose from) was served up in a 20oz proper pint glass and went down smooth, I'll be back often.",real
574,"The service was the bomb. Our waiter recommended the octopus for us, so we got it. We ended up not not really liking it, so we didn't finish it. The waiter gave us a complimentary drink when he noticed we didn't eat much of it. The sangria was fine, but after an entire pitcher, I didn't feel remotely buzzed. Also, it was a little too sweet for my taste. I also tried the meatballs, but they were nothing out of the ordinary. Also, the fried peppers stuffed with cheese tasted just like that. They were okay, but they might have been better if they were made with a more spicy peppers, instead of a red pepper. The service was so great, I feel bad for not really wanting to go back because I have had better Spanish food in the city.",real
26829,"Great atmosphere. Bison is lower fat so I was worried that the filet would be dry, asked the waitress about it and she assured me it was NOT dry, yup it's dry. Try the Kansas City cut instead. I would come back again.",real
48732,"A little late on the review but whatever. Pros of this event: Good bourbon selection The food i did get to eat was good Helpful staff Good venue Cons: Not enough beer distributors VIP bourbon was on regular admission list Food was very, very minimal Over crowded (seemed to sell too many tickets) Ive been too a lot of events and this was one of the most expensive by far Overall though i did enjoy this event and i do understand that it was their first time running this event and i do see myself going back if they do fix some problems (and keep faithful to that 25% off for returning patrons)",real
49626,"After showing my parents around Soho, we randomly came across Aurora Soho this past Monday, and decided to stop for lunch. The good: -- Service is top notch. Our server was friendly and offered great suggestions. She was patient with my parents and their numerous requests! -- Food was delicious. My father and I really enjoyed the scallop special, my husband's pasta (I don't recall the name) was delicious. My mom had the lentil soup which she didn't complain about (always a plus!). -- Love the restaurant's décor. Very clean and welcoming. The not-so-good: -- Food takes a really long time to come out. A really, really long time. I assume this is because they are making everything fresh but just be prepared for a wait. -- Complimentary bread is dry and not appealing. Overall: We may return if we are in the area but I don't know if we'll make a special trip. Still, I highly recommend.",real
10093,"This is like the grad student bar/bistro hangout on the block, the prices along would scare a normal undergrad away (if they were as poor as I was).  They have a really smallish but local microbrew based beer menu.  The food wasn't bad, but for the prices you are paying in the neighborhood it could be better.",real
37890,"how can you go wrong with a 9$ fillet mignon sandwich?!?! Its basically a brazilian philly cheese steak. The meat is tender enough to bite off (a problem with most steak sandwiches) and its smothered with cheesy goodness. Not huge, but big enough when mixed with a bunch of 2.50$ tecate's The french fries it comes with were made by the micro machine guy, and I ate them about as fast as he talks. They need to get a second waitress though. The one we had was swamped and kept forgetting stuff.",real
13027,i really wanted to love this place. we were walking by and the food smelled so good that we went in for dinner. maccaroni dome looked cool but tested just ok. same for everything else we ordered that i forgot what we ate already. waiter refilled my white wine with a red wine which was kind of weird but he quickly fixed it when i mentioned it to him. sorry - i'd rather go to Rubirosa or Bianca for italian.,real
22866,"I went here on Sunday night, parking was not bad in the back of the restaurant or maybe we just got lucky! As soon as we walked in the place... it was packed! That's a good thing. We went down the stairs to the host stand; they were a bit swamped, so it was hard to be welcoming, either way we got our name down on some notebook... which didn't seem too organized. We noticed a couple who came after us and I guess they were friends with the manager/owner... and he literally said in front of us... give them a table for two... like now. That was ugh... but whatever we let it slide... after 25 mins of waiting we finally had a table! YAY! As we entered the dining area, it was loud! It makes it super hard to hear but it's a fun environment so I didn't mind. We had a pitcher of the Kiwi Mojito, if you want the smaller pitcher make sure you let them know because they do not ask and just bring you the regular size... only $2 more but. Still... they should ask. For apps we ordered two tapas plates... the papitas rellanas and the chorizo en vino for $3.95 each! Omg they were such a good combo! WE loved them, so delicious; I didn't even need hot sauce or ketchup which I usually get to eat my papa rellena. For our entrees my boyfriend ordered the Churasco with the spicy chimichuri with arroz moro and yuca, I ordered the Bahama Coconut Mango Salsa Fillet. Can I just say.... they were superb! The churrasco was cooked to a perfect medium just like he requested, although I think he liked my fish better because of the sweetness of the mango salsa, I loved his better because of the spicy chimichuri! Oh man, this was such an amazing dinner I can't wait to go back! I will forever love that Kiwi Mojito, it was perfect! It had actual chunks of KIWI! Who needs dessert? Now desserts! We were stuffed and had a box of food to go, but we couldn't leave without having a dessert, it seemed like everyone there was ordering desserts that looked amazing! The desserts are all $5.00 ... we asked our server what he recommended and he suggested the traditional flan, oh man...... IT WAS BOMB! I loved it! It was so creamy and delicious just how i like it... and we ordered a cortadito which is espresso with a shot of milk... It was to die for, so good... that espresso was crack! Honestly, the atmosphere of this place is so upbeat and fun! All I was thinking was WHY I haven't heard of this place before! Honestly if you are in the mood for some good mojitos or sangria... a good BYOB place make sure to bring your bottle to add to the pitchers of mojitos or sangria... if you are in the mood for some awesome spanish food... Cuban cuisine, come to Cuban Pete's you won't be disappointed... they would have recieved 5 stars, but I believe the host stand and the manager's need to seriously have a better seating system, I am sure they can afford it!",real
20408,"Uva is a cute small restaurant. I enjoyed the ambiance (although it was a bit loud) and if we had been able to sit outside in the back area, the experience might have been even better overall. The prices were great with entrees ranging but not exceeding $23 and the service was good as well. I was very excited to try this restaurant based on the reviews. I might have hyped it up for myself... but the food was a tad bit of a disappointment. My friends and I all ordered different pastas. The Gnocchi di Ricotta (which was recommended to us) and Pappardelle al Ragu di Vitello (which we were also told was a fan favorite) and the Gnocchi which was on the special (with sundried tomatoes?). Both gnocchis were a tad bit bland. I reaaally wanted to like it, but in the end, it wasn't anything to rave about. the pappardelle was all stuck together. It was also a bit dry when it came out. Overall, the pastas were just ""alright."" But the appetizer, Sheep's Ricotta Cheese and Black Truffle Honey Bruschette, was good! So maybe we just needed to order different things (not just pasta). For the price and ambiance... I guess this place is worth another shot! But if you want good pasta at a quieter  restaurant... this isn't really the place I would recommend.",real
7429,"The food is great here... especially since you don't get teeny servings.  The drinks are fun, and they have a good beer list.  The decor is great and fun.   I  was here for a birthday party over the weekend and the staff was excellent in helping us out!  They were so nice and patient with our big group.  Definitely a great place for groups, and hanging out on the roof deck is wonderful! A great hang out and a nice place for dinner!  Go here soon!!",real
37329,"I went here last night and the food is amazing:) Here is a breakdown for my rating: 4 starts because: 1) The food was amazing. 2) The place is a cute place in the west village. 3) The manager gave us a second plate of dessert on the house. 4) The eggplant parmesan and the pasta with garlic / olive oil are amazing. The reason for not giving the extra star for the 5 stars: 1) The place is extremely small and when you are sitting there, the waiters are struggling to get through the aisles because the seats are packed together in a tight, confined place. 2) The place is a bit loud and noisy, which is fine (not a big deal). 3) When we arrived, it took a good 10 minutes to get a waiter to help us with drinks, even though we asked about 3-4 times to get someone to help us - I get it...the place is busy and is very, very good. But, they could certainly have some more waiters on staff to accommodate the large crowd, relative to the small place. Overall, this is a hidden gem and I will definitely be going back,.",fake
40331,"Besides the 2 hour wait and crowded seating area...the food here is really good......really good. I can't believe I waited 2 hours to eat baby tacos. I mean it when I say baby tacos. I tell myself that every time I walk by the place. It's a very small confined space. Try to get an actual table and not the big awkward one in the middle where you have to sit next to strangers and try to have a comfortable and fun time without knocking or rubbing elbows with your neighbors. Other than the space, great service, bar, and atmosphere. I suggest you come 2 hours early, put your name down, and stroll the area because waiting for 2 hours outside the restaurant will be a major turnoff to you and I don't want you to miss out on the great food! Their chips & variety of different salsas are GREAT! They serve you a variation of 4 different salsas from mild to caliente! All were very good. I think I had like 2 refills. I ordered their pulled pork tacos & margaritas on the rocks........AMAZING. For me, it was small maybe because I have an appetite of a 300lb man but nonetheless, very good. The pork tacos were a mixture of sweet (mangoes) and salty (diced onions, greens, and salsas). I also ordered margaritas on the rocks. Very generous with the alcohol which I can't complain :-) This place is great if............you don't wait 2 hours!",real
15542,"Why hasn't anyone done this before?  Northern Spy kinda cracked the code for me, the food is organic, local and great, but the prices aren't cringe-inducing.  The pork belly and lentils dish - tender, crispy, bad for me - was perfect and I could eat kale salad and the wheatberry side all day.  Warm atmosphere, good service, awesome prices and the dry goods are a great idea.",real
9478,"We were in town for a wedding and the reception was held here. The food was great... it was the bar that left the bad taste in my mouth. I was interested in watching a college football game that was televised on a conference channel. I called a week prior to ensure that the game would be available there. When I arrived, the bar was playing three games on six tv's. When I asked if one of the smaller tv's could be changed to my game of interest, the bartender informed me that one patron - Jerry, a glassy-eyed and scruffy gent in a Princeton hat - was watching the tv. After 15 minutes I was finally able to get the exceedingly rude female bartender to check the tv guide and discover that.... they don't subscribe to the conference channel after all! Again, the food was great, and there were signed photos of Princeton grads on the wall (Michelle Obama - very cool), but the bartender was very rude, and the staff were clueless about how digital cable functions.",real
28065,"so good!!!!!! i love it!!!!! the must tries: pecan pie french toast and cheddar waffle. the brunch comes with rither a mimosa, juice or a bloody mary. coffee is extra. still worth it! there is a wait though. when you see a wait, you know its good. i love the place, the way it looks, the laid back sunday ambiance. only thing i found strange was that the patrons were kinda dressed up for a sunday brunch. in any case, i enjoyed my meal there. i will definitely go back!",real
40533,"We had to wait an hour, so we went across the street to share A/ONE sushi roll.  When we came back it was 10pm and we were sandwiched in between two groups.  My squid tacos were tasty, but the guac was so subpar.  His enchillades were flarvorless, the chicken could have had more spices or something going on.  Won't be back, but glad i went to check out the hype for myself.",real
48143,"These boys put together one nice, comfortable place with excellent food and service. Stan (if he's still behind the bar) will keep you entertained and satisfied. If you really want a good time, just ask him what's good and what drinks best with it... he won't steer you wrong. In the winter months, nothing beats hanging  by the woodburning stove. 5 happy, cozy, warm stars.",real
19945,The cheesesteaks are good albeit a bit small.  They are far superior to Campo's but not quite at the level of Steve's.  The fries are tasty but far too salty. My rankings thus far- Steve's - 10 Tony Luke - 9 Geno's - 8 Pat's - 7 Campo's - 4,real
24803,"I went here today for lunch since I was craving a burger and had heard that the Slate one was really good.  There were two burger options--one a regular burger and one that was stuffed with short ribs.  I got the short rib stuffed with blue cheese, cooked medium.  It was excellent!  The fries that came with it were really good too, garlicky and crispy and really tasty.  Service was good, knowledgeable, etc.  It was very quiet (only 1 or 2 other tables) so things came promptly.  I would definitely go here again to try out more of the menu.",real
37677,"Had dinner here last night. Holy hell---the filet mignon was RIDICULOUSLY AMAZING. Both my buddy and I got it and were blown away--a huge portion, so juicy it just fell apart, just an absolutely amazing bargain for the price. Boyfriend had feijoada and we loved that too. Plus, the place is small and cute and really is fantastic quality for prices consistent with the williamsburg I've known and loved the past decade (not the ""New Hoboken"" it's coming to be). The service was nothing to write home about, lots of staff entranced in their cell phones while forgetting our drinks, but being a service industry veteran I can tell that a place like Beco doesn't necessarily need an all-star waitstaff: there's only a few tables, and honestly, that food sells itself. All you need is for your server to get your order right and then be ready to be super psyched! Recommended for dates or small groups, but I think you'd annoy them if you tried to roll up with more than 6-8 people. This place is the jam!",fake
38870,"Bf and I go to this family owned restaurant at least once a week. Restaurant is located in the heart of Cambodian area which has a few competitors around them. However their  Phnom Penh Noodles is beyond phenomenal. The soup is outstanding, the flavor notes comes at you one right after the other. When your getting soup, you must pair it with their Chinese bread called cha Kwai so you can dip it in your soup. The owners are usually the ones serving you. They are both very nice and they have a warm and inviting personality. The lady knows our regular order so she doesn't even have to ask us what we want. This place is a must. Go on and try it for yourself.",real
30956,"Oooh, I loved this place. Oysters were outstanding quality...I never eat a dozen of the same oysters, but did here because they were so good.  Also, it was delightful to have them with a half bottle of sancere. After the sancere, I had an excellent manhattan, which was well priced. ""patatas bravas"" were excellent, even though they weren't truly patatas bravas, and were really just in that style. They pushed the polenta and the broccoli rabe as signature dishes.  They were both good, but not the stars, and I thought the rabe desperately need red pepper flakes--they accomodated this request, as well as when I asked for salt for the brussel sprouts, which were very good, but also underseasoned.  The chicken liver also seemed to need a little more seasoning or something. The waiter that started us off was really nice...the waitress that took over at some point was a little pushy. Place was quite cozy. I know this doesn't seem like a glowing review, but I am definitely a fan, and could see this place going up to 5 stars.",real
431,"The food, atmosphere, and drinks give this place an easy four stars. The service bumps it up to five. The staff did an incredible job making out-of-town guests feel comfortable with ordering tapas, and were extremely attentive on both drinks and food. Love this place!",real
30511,"Very very good restaurant! Great service! Elaborated dishes. I was impressed. Unexpected flavors. Thumb up to the chef. It is definitely worth the price. I loved the duck breast dish. Also went there for brunch. I will go again, definitely as I am looking forward to try more dishes and be surprised.",real
37264,"Great drinks. I recommend the Sassafrass float. 2 of those, a martini and some sweat potato fries cost us $40",real
36961,"Living in North Arlington was the place to go for breakfast.  They are very fast , clean, friendly an good eating. I never had an issue. My food was never served cold or had a nasty server.  I recommend if your a big breakfast eater.  Lunch and dinner are great too!",real
29538,"I went to the ER after eating here. Actually the food and drinks were amazing. But while eating the branzini I got a fish bone stuck in my throat and it started to impede my breathing during the wagyu burger course. We ended up breezing through the dessert (almond something that was good but my mind was elsewhere), and then I went to the ER. They stuck a scope (which had a flashlight and camera on it) up through my nose and down my throat. Two days later I'm feeling fine and I'm insured so the ER trip shouldn't cost that much. So -5 stars for fish bone, +1 star for good food, +1 stars for good drinks, +1 star for randomly hipster/original ambiance = 3 stars",real
6163,"We are very picky about our BBQ, as my better half is a native Texan.  Whenever we go to Texas, our first stop, before doing anything else, is usually a drive-by to Good Company BBQ to pick up some ribs.  We've now eaten at Morgan's twice and both times have walked away convinced that this is the BEST Texas-style BBQ in New York.  The owner came from Texas (Austin and Houston) and understands how to make authentic Texas BBQ.  The brisket (we've had both lean and fatty) was amazing - and the pulled pork was equally so.  We don't often order chicken at BBQ restaurants - but the chicken here was cooked perfectly - it had so much flavor and there was no drying out as sometimes happens with BBQ.  We also love the BBQ sauce - not vinegary like North Carolina sauce.  The sides - including the green beans and the collared greens - were also excellent (and we are often not fans of sides in BBQ restaurants).  To finish, the pecan pie was delicious - it's made with bourbon - so not too sweet and just the way we like it.  I should also add - that on both of our trips, the staff was extremely helpful and nice.",fake
8171,"My introduction to Pylos was through a new friend from Greece.  Having never heard of this East Village taverna and its exceptional food, I accepted his recent offer to go. Upon our arrival, we were seated immediately in this busy restaurant.  Our waiter, also from Greece, introduced himself and we began our culinary tour with nothing else than a domestic bottle of red (Porfyros Spiropoulos) from Peloponnese.  We shared the arugula and goat cheese salad, grilled octopus, the seared cod, the scallop/shrimp pasta, and two desserts.  We finished the evening in tradition - sharing two glasses of sweet dessert wine. Needless to say, the food was wonderful.  Very, very authentic.  It was hard not to finish the pasta.  However, I am thankful I resisted as I thoroughly enjoyed the custard-filled pastries covered in Greek honey.  All of them. The service was great too, but it may have had something to do with the fact that my friend was Greek and spoke Greek with the waiter.  I hear they have an excellent brunch, so I will be back. Yiamas!",real
40519,"I'm one of those Southern Californian snobs who sneer at East Coast attempts at Mexican food and I think the food here is pretty darn good, but I took away two stars because 1) hostess who had a bit of an attitude when we misunderstood her and sat at the wrong table. Could've just told us that table was reserved for a bigger party before you made the four of us cram into the corner table meant for 2. And 2) service was pretty non-existent. I'm trying to remember who our server was and I can't even remember if it was a guy or girl...so shows you how much we were taken care of. Anyway. The food here was really tasty but what really sets it apart for me is that the drinks here are superb, too. Boyfriend tried the margarita and it had a nice tangy kick... deeeelicious, and went really well with the meal. Sometimes you get one or the other right, but Barrio Chino's got it both. Among the four of us we pretty much tried a good variety... shrimp tostada, enchiladas verdes, steak tacos, chips with guac... all were fantastic and reminiscent of the Mexican food I'd have back home in San Diego. I'd come back again to try other stuff and hang at the bar for the tasty drinks...but I could do without the hostess and the waiter service here can be improved.",real
714,"I sooo wanted to like Nai.  The atmosphere is so lively & the host & waiter were really lovely, but I didn't enjoy my meal one bit. I started the evening with tropical sangria, which I did not enjoy. I shared four tapas - salpicon de mariscos, crabmeat crepes, mussels, & patatas bravas.   The salpicon dish had a few shrimp, 2 or 3 mussels, a scallop that was sliced into 3 pieces, & a few pieces of octopus over a mound of chopped tomatoes & red & green peppers.  This annoyed me because: 1) there was not nearly enough seafood to warrant the $18 price tag 2) the dish was completely devoid of any flavor 3) the description didn't say the grilled (i.e., hot) seafood came with cold chopped veg.  Had I known that, I would not have ordered it.  I f-cking hate green peppers & I don't order tomatoes out because I hate getting stuck with the mealy variety that are white inside. The crabmeat crepes had a strange taste & texture - not terrible, but strange. The mussels tasted ok, but they were sooo tiny.   The patatas had a sauce that tasted like cooked ketchup & vinegar. My waiter asked at least twice if my friend & I enjoyed our meal.  He seemed so nice that I didn't have the heart to tell him I didn't.  It's because of the friendly staff that I don't have the heart to give Nai the 1 star that my meal deserved. Most of the reviews for Nai are so positive - did I order every bad plate on the menu? =(",real
23393,"Best thing I can say is that it is a very unique looking place - you walk up this little alleyway with fake palm trees and coconuts into a courtyard of tables of people enjoying their dinner, talking and laughing. The restaurant is broken up into several separate dining areas and you can sit outside if you like. The waiters are dressed in guiaveras (spell?) and there is the sound of a traveling bongo band.  It was chaotic to get our name on the list and waited more than an hour.  Once seated, it was very loud but the food was OK - the empanadas, croquettas and goat cheese croquettas were average taste but they were not expensive.  Note:  NO LIQUOR, they have a ton of fresh sangria mixes if you BYOB.  The dessert empanadas were excellent so I left with a good taste but I would not rush back, especially on a Saturday night as we were there like 3 hours total.",real
20669,"the restaurant was so cute and not too crowded at noon on holiday. we stayed inside, but there is a really cute garden on the back of restaurant. the food was alright (just normal) and service was good. the portion was pretty big for what we paid for. ($18 for brunch special comes with drink and one side)",real
39015,A great small cozy corner brunch spot. The service is excellent and the food is plentiful with decent pricing. The Moroccan tea is one of my personal favorites.,real
4958,"It's really sad that people don't have time for breakfast anymore.  But if you do, please do yourself a favor and stop by Tom's.  They serve those really great, big traditional breakfasts.  It'll make you start eating real breakfasts again.",real
12624,"Mixed feelings about Pio Pio - I went back on a Thursday in September with a group of 7 and everything was great - the drinks were interesting and delicious, and the food came out hot and fresh. I was excited to go back for a birthday celebration this Friday, but was a bit disappointed the second time around.  I sat at the bar with my gentleman for about 45 minutes waiting for our reservation, and the bartenders were attentive and clearly knew what they were doing.  Our party of 16 (huge - noted) was sat at 9:45 for our 9:30 reservation, which is perfectly acceptable for a large party on a Friday. However, once we sat down, we waited f o r e v e r.  It took a long time to order drinks, and even longer to order appetizers (had the tuna cebiche which was FANTASTIC, though so small!). We did nto get served our entrees until 11:30pm, nearly TWO FULL HOURS after we sat down.  My shrimp were overdone, and my side was kind of cold. I understand that a lot of parties that size can be hard to manage (and we were not the only party that size) but when you wait until 9:30 for a dinner reservation, and then another 2 hours to eat that dinner, you want it to be phenomenal! And this was mostly just ok. The green sauce, however, is the bomb.com.",real
25949,Cute! The Creme Brulee was yum and although I can't comment much on the wine list I can say....the decor and vibe has me excited to come back :),real
43890,"I don't think there's a whole lot left to be said about Dalessandros, with almost 80 reviews I think the reputation is solid. The cheesesteak is fantastic and they've got a fairly extensive beer selection. What I really enjoy about Dalessandros is the service. It's been the same pair of women behind the register and counter every time I've gone and they've been pleasant. Took a friend for lunch one day when it was packed and they still asked at least two or three times if we needed anything. I don't really dig the attitude/abuse sold to tourists at some other places and appreciate Dalessandros not playing that game. Don't know how long its going on but as of my most recent visit yesterday they're running a $7.99 cheesesteak and Stella special Monday-Thurs. Try and beat that.",real
36986,"This place is great for a consistent breakfast. Come on the later side for breakfast, if not, u will be waiting on line.",real
4345,"Breakfast the other day (a weekday morning, around 10:30). A babbling drunk was prowling the block as I got out of my car. Place is a bit tight and oldish. Sourpuss older lady behind the counter looks like she hasn't smiled since the Truman administration. Table I got was not clean, despite having been set with flatware and napkins. Got the 2 by 2 by 2 breakfast (2 eggs, 2 pancakes, 2 sausage). Eggs were decent. Sausage was a bit overdone, but otherwise fine. But the pancakes ... ugh! I read so many reviews here RAVING about the pancakes. Has something happened since these were written? These cakes were mushy and almost flavorless (save for an unpleasant lemony(!) aftertaste -- and I had NOT ordered the lemon-ricotta ones). Truly, I've had better pancakes at IHOP and Denny's. Maybe the great pancake cook has moved on? Or maybe s/he was just having a bad day?",real
46224,"Went here about 3 months ago with GF and her father and his GF.  It's a BYO and the food and service were amazing.  The chef/owner walks the floor making sure everyone is enjoying their meals.  The prices are reasonable ($16-20/entree) but the quality ranks up there with the better Italian places in Philly.   From my mozzarella app (the mozz was a combination of mozzarella and ricotta flown in from Italy according to the chef...it was tangy, soft, and delish) with very flavorful tomatoes.   My entree ""Nonna's pasta"" was about as close to my nonna's sauce I've had at a restaurant.  Amazing. If you're ever in NE NJ check it out.  You'll be pleased.",real
40371,"Don't say you weren't forewarned about the potency of the margaritas.  Those suckers really sneak up on you!   Barrio Chino has some pretty innovative margarita concoctions...I tried the fresh lime, tamarind and elder flower....all excellent.  We were commenting on how the drinks were pretty light and then BAM!  Half an hour later we were both ridiculously buzzed.  To say they are packed with a punch is an understatement. To soak up some of the alchie, we started off with the al pastor tacos.  Not skimpy with the fillings, as they were overflowing from the corn tortillas.  The sweet grilled pineapple and the zing of the white onion were the perfect counterparts to the grilled pork.  I could have easily scarfed down half a dozen and called it a night.  I really felt that I finally found a comparable taco to my beloved ones back home in Cali.  Highly recommended! Continued the gluttony with the enchiladas de mole.  Rich chocolaty base and oh so savory.  Good, but by far the winners of the night were the tacos. This place is bumpin'.  No reservations for parties less than 6.  We targeted getting there at 6:30pm and weren't seated until 7:30pm. Rustic ambiance, killer food and efficient service.  I can't wait to go back!",real
36098,"Lets start off with the positives. The entire place is kept very clean, including the restaurant areas. That was it for positives.  I suggest that you stay away on the weekends unless you are attending a birthday party. We went today at 1:30pm and it was a disaster from the start. I put $100 on the Nomads cards figuring that would be plenty. First stop was the rock climbing wall....Closed for a private party (told to come back in two hours). I was starting to see the theme of the day. Headed over to the Laser tag. Looking forward to taking on my boys in a quick game of Laser tag. Nope could not do that either. The waiting list was filled out and the next opening was 7:45 that night. Off to mini golf. Yet another letdown as they were closed due to a lack of golf balls. At this point I was glad I put a $100 on the card. Did I mention it was non-refundable. Got in line at the Bumper cars and actually was nice enough to let the three behind us go in front as I had four boys and there was only three cars left. Big mistake as one of the party host tried to inform us that he was bumping us out of the way so that his group could go on the bumper cars. I remained calm and stood my ground. My boys got to go on the ride first.....for 4 minutes. If I could have gotten a refund I would have left. Would have killed the day on the basketball courts but those are an extra $50.00 per hour. I let the boys spend the rest in the arcade and called it a day. So for $100 I got a four minute ride on the bumper cars and a bunch of video games. Next time I will stay home and play games for free. I'm sure this place could have been fun but only if you are part of the special parties. If you are just looking to take the kids out for fun then do yourself a favor and stay away from here.",fake
39769,"Its unfortunate because I  would love to be able to give this place a great review.  I grew up in the neighborhood, and had been going to the deli before it was a larger restaurant and it is a family run business.  However the past few meals I have had there were so terrible I don't think I would go back.  You do get big portions and will have leftovers, but the quality is really hit or miss.  If you don't know what good authentic Italian food is maybe you will think it is OK but for the more picky eaters like myself head over to Palazzo.",real
44594,Stopped in around ~11:30am on a Monday morning. Went straight to the back to look at the sandwich/burger menu and decided on the Bruncher. My friend got the Wasabi burger. Burgers were pretty good and I was stuffed after eating mine and the rosemary fries. I appreciated that there wasn't a long line here and my order came out in a reasonable amount of time. They had two registers taking orders which helped. Get your food to go here and eat it in Bryant Park down the street like I do.,real
18043,"Came here on a relatively early Saturday morning- around 11am or maybe it wasn't exactly 11 yet and saw a huge group of people waiting! Bf and I couldnt believe our eyes ! so we were told the wait time would be anywhere from 1 hour - 1. 5 hours.  Should we stay or should we go? I made the bf wait. I really wanted to try their blueberry pancakes! It was very yummy! light and fluffy! we also tried the sugar-cured bacon- it was my first time having it, so not really sure what to expect or how it's suppose to taste like. it was okay.",real
14582,"North Third has been on my list of places to go for way too long. I love good bar food. I love good beer. I am always in NoLibs.... So what's the hold up?!?! I finally made it and I'm pleased to say it exceeded my expectations. Good array of taps, nice selection of Belgian bottles, a few specialty cocktails, sangria and wine. The fish taco special was tasty. The spicy mayo the fries came with was awesome. The clam dish was good, it had a nice amount of spice and chorizo in it. The one thing that didn't do it for me was their hummus. I inevitably order the hummus plate from any establishment which offers one, usually they are good, this one wasn't. Comfort levels are high here. I really dug the inside. The bar is cozy but not overwhelmingly small. Lots of tables spread out throughout the room. Our food came out quickly, the bartender was great and our beers were never empty. A few reviews mention the noise level. The only noise problem I experienced here came from a woman seated at the bar. Armed with a glass of white wine (presumably not her first), her conversation about ""how messed up she was"" and apparent mommy issues was at a volume of epic levels. Damn. I don't know that I've ever heard someone that loud at a bar in daylight. Aside from that, there was nothing atypical about the noise in the bar. It rose and fell according to crowd size. Usual ambient noise. Side note: I appreciate a Logan's Run reference more than most, but I'm not digging their website. I know they have the film screen motif going on, but they can do better. More info, less unnecessary creepy posing. In closing, their beers and food aren't revolutionary but it's a solid place all around. I'll definitely be going back soon. Bonus points for having No Reservations on the TV. ;)",real
46758,"Liked the food, service and atmosphere were friendly",real
8234,"I hadn't had greek food since I was in Greece so I was looking forward to some deliciousness and Pylos was fantastic. Great service. Great ambiance and delicious food and wine. The waiter recommended a white wine that was fantastic. My two friends and I shared a bunch of appetizers and it was the perfect amount of food. We had (all of which I recommend) Artichoke heart moussaka, layered with caramelized onions, herbs and three greek cheeses béchamel sauce  (AMAZING) crisp, fried zucchini and eggplant rounds served with tzatziki (not too greasy, and very flavorful) three greek cheeses melted in a clay pot (really yummy but a little too much cheese for me!) a trio of greece's three best dipping sauces - tzatziki, the thick, tangy yogurt dip; taramosalata, the robust and lemony fish roe dip; and melitzanosalata, a luscious eggplant condiment made with char-grilled eggplants and extra-virgin greek olive oil (I didn't have the fish roe dip but the tzatziki and melitzanosalata were SO good and came with tons of pita) cool pear and arugula salad with mild sheep's milk cheese, roasted pistachios and balsamic-honey vinaigrette (so so so good) I highly recommend this place. Prices were completely reasonable and really great service.",real
43953,"I've been going here for awhile now, not for any good reason, just because I've been conditioned to do so. The place is a little small so I never ate in. I agree with one of the other reviewers that if you take out, the bread can get a little mushy. The steaks are pretty good even though they've been sitting on the big cooked meat mound on the grill for hours and hours with who knows what buzzing around it. This place can be a little too ""no frills"" when they can't even cut your sandwich in half! They're quick and cheap and better than the one across the street.",real
14548,"FRIED CHICKEN! LAMB BURGERS! Do I have your attention? Last night my husband and I ate at North Third and even though the decor was a combination of trendy and frightening, the food was nothing short of awesome. We ordered the pierogies as an appetizer. They came out smothered in sour cream and onions, and while they had a little bit of browning on them, it wasn't so much that they felt chewy, burnt, or crunchy. Definitely a good start to the meal. For my meal I ordered the fried chicken, mashed potatoes, jalepeno cornbread, and cole slaw special. The fried chicken was really good - I'm confident that there was honey on it, which made it just a little bit sweet. The mashed potatoes were so smooth they should have been called whipped/beaten/pulverized potatoes. The jalepeno cornbread was a little spicy but, like the chicken, also a little bit sweet. The texture was perfect - not dry at all. I even ate some of the cole slaw, and I am not a cole slaw fan (I hate the creaminess/thickness of it). My husband got the lamb burger with feta and arugula. The lamb itself was medium-rare and the portion was pretty large. The amount of feta on this thing was obscene, and the bread that held it all together was perfectly soft but supportive. It came with a side of fries that were well seasoned and he ordered a side of brussel sprouts also, which we both enjoyed. What I wasn't really a fan of were the cocktails. I started with the blood orange margarita and it was only OK. I've been eating at a lot of Mexican joints lately and this margarita didn't stand up to some others I've had. I then went with the ""Stoli Doli."" WHOA!! That thing was straight up liquor with like a teaspoon of pineapple juice. I couldn't finish it because it was just way too strong. Overall the food here was spectacular. There wasn't one thing I ate that I didn't like. I certainly would return!",real
34071,"Hands-down my favorite place to eat in the neighborhood. The Vegan Fajitas are out of control, definitely meant for sharing. The plate includes smoked tofu, chicken-style seitan, lots of veggies and guacamole. Throw some green hot sauce on there and you're in the zone! They also have Vegan Treats cake for dessert! You can drink for cheap here if you want, Tecate in cans and Negra Modello. If you prefer drafts, there's a nice rotation of glasses (not always pints) in the $4-$6 range. I was going pilsner crazy this summer. Lots of booze, fancy cocktails, tequila flights. Don't get too faded. Great juke with the essentials. Any place I hear Pulp ""Common People"" and Jesus and Mary Chain is going to win me over. It gets busy on the weekends and when it's nice (the new patio area is totally sweet), but I've never waited too long for a table here. Always the best times at Cantina.",real
48194,"Got the classic. Solid, but fell a bit short of the hype. Pros: - Excellent fresh baguette - warm, perfectly crunchy on the outside and light on the inside - The floss adds a really unique taste and texture - The pate was very fresh and generously applied, and wasn't gray or discolored at all Cons: - Barely any heat in the ""spicy"" version - Lack of vegetables. While more meat is usually never a bad thing, here the ratio seemed off, resulting in a heavier feel (the sandwich is also bigger than average, which contributes to this) - The spread pooled at the bottom of the sandwich, making the last bite of bread inedible. This may have been due to the way I held it, but was still an unpleasant surprise On the price issue, it's a fine deal for a sandwich of this quality/size in isolation, but weirdly going to a cleaner, air-conditioned establishment and paying more than usual seems against the fundamental banh mi experience (though not nearly as bad as the $15 designer banh mis popping up on restaurant menus these days). This is a quality banh mi if you're in the neighborhood, but not a destination place.",fake
13345,helloooooooooo people...this isnt supposed to be an exquisite eatery ..i have no idea why people rate bars as if they were eating at one of wolfgang pucks stupid restaurants....this place is a bar....i repeat a BAR...so if you eat here you'll get bar food nothing else....so  if jimmy or mandy dont like the food....sorry too bad...its a bar.....i dont know about the food..but as far as the bar..this place is a dream...no joke phenomenal draft beer.....chill atmosphere...and the best thing in this bar....IT ONLY HAS 2 TV'S....why is that good?...it forces  you talk to people!!!! which is something that is lost in the super crazy wanna be sports bars that  have 393 tvs .....that bar scene  has infected the majority of bars in the city and around the country....is there anyone out that has an attention span longer than 2 seconds? all anyone does at bar nowadays is text or watch sports highlights  ..when i go out i wanna hang out and i wanna have fresh tasting beers and tell crazy stories and meet great people...so this bar gets 5 stars for that reason...and thats that,real
3518,"For a dive bar, the food is not bad, but I think we went on a day when the manager or person in charge was on vacation. I went there with a couple friends for lunch in the middle of the week to grab a burger.  After my friends and I ordered our food, some guy comes out with, like, a three gallon jug of smelly pesticides (the kind that you can almost taste in your mouth at the slightest spray) and he just starts spraying all the corners of the room we are sitting in and all around us. Several of us had to scream ""Excuse me! Can you not spray pesticides all over like that while we are eating?"" more than once before the guy realized we were talking to him! Which means they aren't following safety protocol for pesticide application.  Every restaurant I've worked in, it had to be done after hours, overnight, after the staff had wrapped everything up (utensils, etc.) in plastic, so you weren't eating off plates with a slight coating of poison on them the next day. It's too bad, because the food wasn't all that bad, and the new paint job looked nice.  They need to reprimand the guy with the pesticides.  That's not safe. P.S. As for the ""has TV"" question below, the answer is yes, and all the channels are turned to sports...ANY sports, so if you don't want to watch deer hunters killing Bambi while you eat your lunch, make sure you aren't facing a TV set.",real
30825,"I have never had worse Japanese food. The tuna tartar literally tasted like old tuna fish - not like spicy tuna, but like Bumblebee from the can. It supposedly comes with ""tempura chips,"" but it came with two Pringles next to it. So, for $10, I ordered old tunafish and Pringles. I am absolutely disgusted, and I will never be ordering from this restaurant again. Beware of their ""modern"" dishes!",real
37512,Loved this place! Was pleasantly surprised when a friend picked this tiny quaint restaurant in the w village. When nana greets u at the door you know it's homemade and made with love. Had the cannelino with spinach beef and veal and it was spectacular! Wine was good and cheap! Very friendly service and I can't wait to go back!,real
47522,"I don't even know how we stumbled across this place, but I'm glad we did.  I called early in the week and could only get a 9pm reservation for Saturday night.  When we arrived, our table wasn't quite ready so we stood next to the open kitchen with our mouths watering watching them cook.   Heading back to the tiny dining room, I was not looking forward to being crammed in with everyone else, but miraculously, I didn't feel like I was in a small space.  No bumping chairs or elbows or awkwardly trying to inch past other diners. We started with grilled calamari, endive salad with the freshest buffalo mozzarella, and mushrooms.  It was so good, conversation stopped for a good 10 minutes.   We all ordered specials, grilled branzino, veal, and veal ravioli.  The veal ravioli had a light cream sauce, just enough to cover them and not enough to overpower them and lose the flavor.  They completely melted in my mouth. We were too full to have dessert, and the bill for four people (with tip, without alcohol) came to $140, which was a steal for food this good. I think the night was summed up perfectly when a group of men came in without a bottle of wine and sat down, not realizing it was a BYO, and a woman on the way out of the restaurant placed her own bottle in front of them and said her meal was so good, she felt like she needed to give back to someone.   We'll definitely be heading back here soon.",real
27803,"Were they the best? No...but then again I did not try the whole brunch menu. I had the buttermilk pancakes which were good but were they worth going back by 9:30am so I don't have to wait 45mins for a table? No. However, I will wake up and be there by 10am on Sunday morning to try the lamb salad (I would try Saturday however I like my sleep). And I will be back on a Monday to try that $25 pre-fixe meal...Buttermilk, I'm going back!",real
11798,".. yeah we had no rsvp's,..  so we had to wait with this weird drunk couple... However aside from the ""absolutely no reason to be snotty  people, "" the service was superb Our appetizers were really good, and prepared well, and tasted fresh( we had 2:  fried oysters.. and this shrimp with a mustard sauce...) i know they have really good raw fresh oysters but i was with wimps who  are scared of food!. But neway .. the drinks were  okay .. light on the liquor,... but w/e they have an okay wine menu.. Our entrees were delicious, we kept eating each others food,.. lol.. We all had a fish ,..( i had the skate) ,.. there wasn't much bacon ,..or shrimp for that matter,.. ( which are the reason i chose the dish), but my fish was heaven to eat. My friend had the sweet and sour fish with greeens...  it was soooooooooooo gooddd... i def recommend her dish... For dessert, a classic creme brulee and  vanilla ice cream, which was also pretty good they loose a star for the wait with the crazedddd people that were next to us..",real
13522,had better chicken then this place.,real
18184,"NOTE:  CASH ONLY! This place was so good I went back again the next day. I brought my laptop in to be serviced across the street from this place so I decided when it came time to pick it up I'd turn it into a brunch trip. The service from the hostess to the waitress is so exceptionally friendly that I'd be tempted to give this place five stars regardless of the food. Luckily I didn't have to worry about that because it was simply incredible. The first time I went I had the breakfast biscuit sandwich with bacon and wow was it good. Outside of McDonald's (and Vynl in Hell's Kitchen) it's often hard to find a place that makes biscuits big enough for a breakfast sandwich. As a biscuit lover I didn't even have to look at the rest of the menu, I knew this was what I was getting. It comes with scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, tomato spread, and ""optional bacon"" but for me bacon is never optional. My parents were coming up from NJ the next day so I saw it as an opportunity to go back and try their famous blueberry pancakes. I'll admit it was extremely difficult to not just order the biscuit sandwich again. These may be the best pancakes I've ever had. A perfect portion, I was able to finish them but didn't need to be wheel barrowed back to my apartment. The fact that I also went to Sarabeth's Central Park South in that same week (not my idea) only adds to the great value and quality at Clinton St. Baking Company. May throw my laptop down a flight of stairs just for an excuse to go back.",real
39544,Nice lil' corner bistro that I always seem to wander upon in SoHo.  Great standard bistro fare.,real
22719,"I LOVE THIS PLACE! I am never disappointed in my churrasco with coconut rice. To top it off, it is BYOB. I rated this place 4 stars because sometimes the place is too hectic and busy that the waiters don't get to our table to take drink orders or anything. Also, they ask how you want your steak cooked, and even if you say well done or medium well, it's still bloody. The food, atmosphere and music are great. Definitely must come here for the food!!!",fake
22331,"My favorite bar to see a show.  Good selection of beer on tap. Showroom is separate from the bar/dining area, which has a pool table. If I were putting together a list of Philadelphia dives, the place would get an 8 out of 10, not that it's dirty or anything, it just has the feel. A small stage, maybe 20 feet wide. A dance floor recessed a few steps below the regular floor of the room. A bar in the back for the 21+ shows and a balcony and bathrooms upstairs. Saw Yeah Yeah Yeahs here right around the time they put out Fever to Tell. Street Dogs, the Matches, Youth Brigade/Swingin' Utters were some other good ones.",real
4032,"This is definitely the place if you want to enjoy highest quality food, service and ambience. Well maybe not ambience. But if you feel like splurging, you won't be disappointed. We visited the place in October 2013 and were happy to get a table upstairs. Downstairs seemed a little crowded. Both our waitress and busboy were great. Attractive, funny and attentive. The food was delicious and ten layered carrot cake was the best damn dessert I've had in my life. Will definitely go back.",real
40386,"Food is quite enjoyable. Super hipster vibe. The whole place was lit by ~4 candles when I went at 12:30 AM. Doesn't look like much from the street, so it's easy to walk past.",real
38362,"Ok...the rice that came with my mushroom soondubu lunch was so darn good that when I got back to the office after my meal, I googled ""BCD tofu house rice"" to try to see if anyone else had been as equally blown away as I had. It was anti-climatic to say the least when I came up with one measly link. I tell you, though - that bowl of rice was far from anti-climatic. Glistening, moist, chewy, and with each individual grain intact, you could tell that even a simple side bowl of rice is not an afterthought here. The soondubu was also quite tasty and not too heavily seasoned or overly salted. Very fresh. As this place calls itself a ""tofu house,"" I was a little surprised that the tofu was very good but not amazing. Ten of us showed up without reservations for a weekday lunch, and the staff was very accommodating although they were clearly swamped. Solid. I'll definitely be back.",real
8974,Went there because one of the friends I had dinner with works with a company that does business with pig and khao so we thought why not? We basically had everything that the server recommended. It is a very interesting fusion. It has very tasty mix of cuisine. Worth a try. Not sure I will return but I would definitely recommend it to friends and family.,real
29348,"This place was perfect in every way. Here's why: My boyfriend is a chef who loves great food and hates pretension, so for his birthday I was looking for a place that served amazing, high-end food, without the attitude. I had heard of Bohemian and based on the reviews thought it would be ideal. When I called to make the reservation, I casually mentioned to the woman on the phone that it was for his birthday. I'm talking I slipped it into conversation and forgot about it, as though I was mentioning ""I live in New York"" or ""I ate some eggs today"". NBD. I hung up and didn't give it a second thought. When we got to the place there were still some open tables (we had an early rez), which was nice. The decor was super calming and the music of choice that evening was 60's folk: an interesting and somewhat refreshing juxtaposition with the Asian lounge atmosphere. We both got the tasting menu but started with an appetizer of Maine oysters. If you like oysters you must order them here. They were probably the best I've ever had. The tasting menu was well thought out and reasonably priced for the quality and quantity of food ($58 per person). Everything raw was incredibly fresh, everything cooked was done to perfection. I would definitely go the route of the tasting menu if you want to get a good feel for what they have to offer. Everything was amazing, but the stand-outs for me were the short rib sashimi, the Branzino and the Wagyu beef slider. Oh my god. I'm not even really a steak/beef person but this was insanely good! I would eat those sliders every day if I could. After our meal, while we were finishing our sake when our waitress came up to us with a wooden plank with a little cup of salted caramel ice cream with a shortbread wafer, one lit candle in it, and the words ""Happy Birthday"" written in dark chocolate on the wood. It was the perfect end to the perfect meal. Everything about our time at Bohemian was unexpected and delightful, showing a true attention to detail. The service, the food, the drinks, the atmosphere. I will definitely be returning.",real
14983,"Great place for dinner, the bf and i came on a sunday night around 6 and were seated right away at the bar. we ordered the kale salad which came out piled high with just the right amount of salty cheddar and bits of sweet potato in the mix. i ordered the cod and the bf ordered the pork both of which looked a bit small when it came out but turned out to be just the right amount of food. cod was delicious and bf loved the pork. we also went for the s'mores dessert - graham cracker ice cream and chocolate truffles which was heavenly. our stomachs were very happy by the end of the meal. service was also great - our waitress was very friendly and was quick to bring out anything we asked for (could have been the fact that we were sitting at the bar but still). it seems like a popular breakfast destination as well so i'm excited to come back to try the breakfast since dinner was so great",real
4129,"Tastes Just Like I Remember. Great Roast Beef, Monday is a Great Day, Pastrami on Preztel Bread !!! And On Friday We Load Up On Seafood.",fake
40110,"Let me preface this review by stating that I have a big appetite and a huge factor in me leaving a restaurant happy includes whether or not I leave with a full stomach. The above statement is the sole reason for my 3 star review. At many other Mexican restaurants I would not have thought twice about doling out a single star review if I had spent about $30 dollars on my meal (this is including an $11 mojito) and left without a full stomach. The saving grace of the small portions here is the (way) above par taste compared with a lot of the other Mexican I've had in NYC. Shared the guacamole app and had the fish and chicken tacos (switched a taco with someone else at the table) for my meal. Everything tasted absolutely amazing as the components of the taco were high quality and seasoned well. The only problem was that the tacos were miniature sized! C'mon, I would rather have paid extra money for a normally sized portion of food. Also loses points in my book for charging an extra $2.50 for a refill of chips with our guac (wtf? Def didn't have enough chips with begin with and now the extra charge without warning). Another minus was the automatic 20% tip added to our bill at the end of our dining experience. Besides the food/service/pricing, the atmosphere is unique. Decorations were clearly Asian inspired with solely Mexican offerings. Don't necessarily ""get"" it but ok. Also, the space is very open and airy which makes it perfect dining for a nice day. Go check it out, but I would be careful with a bit appetite.",real
6022,"I've been trying to find a yummy authentic Mexican restaurant in Philly.  The restaurant itself is colourful, cute, and very small.   I was there for a late lunch, and there seemed to be only one woman working out on the restaurant floor.   The food was good, but the service was a little slow. Yes there was only one woman working, but we were also the only diners as well... We started with the guacamole which was yummy, but tiny!   The sangria pitcher, on the other hand, was huge.  Which made us happy.  I had the cochinita pibil, which I thought was flavorful and juicy.  My fellow diners had mole, enchiladas, and a steak dish. Overall, the meal good, but it was a little on the pricey side.  While the menu was creative, I've had the same or better dining experiences for less $.  I probably won't be back.",real
27817,"Came for weekend brunch and here is a quick tip - they only take reservations for parties of 5 or more so make 4 of your friends come out for brunch and make a reservation to save waiting time. Got the fried pork chop and cheddar waffles and the pork was a thick cut chop with a nice crispy crust on the outside on top of half of a waffle. The waffle was pretty good as was the pork but there was a pork to waffle ratio problem - too much pork and not enough waffle. On second thought, I guess that would only be a problem for some people. The sweet maple syrup on top of the pork and waffle is all the sauce you will need for the chop and it works very well. I still would have liked more waffle. The french toast was sweet, thick and soft and rivals the french toast of Jane as some of the best in NYC. Not much else to say about that. It is a bit of a hike from Manhattan but a worthy brunch spot to try in Brooklyn.",real
1881,"I've been here twice, and neither time was I overly impressed with the sandwiches. The service is what I'd expect for this kind of place - gruff, fast paced, and generally unfriendly. They don't like explaining how they do things. You order ONLY your sandwich at the first window (ALL they care about is how many sandwiches, what kind of cheese - american, cheese whiz or provolone - and if you want onions). You pay for your sandwich there. You wait for your sandwich, and then you move down to the second window where you can order drinks and fries. For two sandwiches, 1 order of fries and two waters, it was $29. I realize it's a Philadelphia staple, but for the quality of meat (which is a step below Steak-Ums), it's overpriced. I get better cheesesteaks in NYC, at a Philadelphia-native owned bar. It's fun to go once, but I don't know that I'd go again. Had I read the reviews about how racist they were, I wouldn't have gone at all. I'm shocked that I didn't noticed any of those signs when I was there.",real
26215,"Amazing brunch!   My fiance and I dropped by on a Sunday morning with a craving for eggs and French toast.  The place was packed (which is always a good sign, right?), so we had to put our name on the list and wait for a table.  In what seemed like no time, we were in a tiny cozy booth eating a delicious design-your-own omelet (we went with spinach, feta, and roasted red pepper), stuffed french toast (Ohhhh myyyy goddddd, it was good!!), breakfast potatoes, and multigrain toast.  Everything tasted so flavorful, fresh, and delicious! The service was quick and friendly - I can't find anything to complain about!",real
36740,"When you first go in this place, it looks like a it was one of those old pizza places or like that ice cream shop in Marc Brown's Arthur. First off, the tacos here are amazing. If you're expecting some Chipotle monster ( I love Chipotle but...) this is not it. I highly recommend the tacos. I also got the ceviche mixto and thought it was way too much. Tons of seafood and these little nuts to cut the acid. I think this dish could've been much improved if they served a smaller portion so it wasn't overwhelmingly acidic. I couldn't finish it and couldn't even imagine bringing it home and I don't like wasting food. One star off for that. If I wasn't so full on the ceviche I also ordered, I would've ordered a ton more tacos. I would've only gotten tacos. In fact, I'd go back and only eat their tacos for days. DAYS. Also close to where I live which is why I'm so excited about this. No more will I have to drive half an hour for tasty tacos.",real
23792,"This is a cute little spot with great food! My husband and I are big fans of the fajitas and enchiladas. It's a family run business and the people here are very nice, which is why we keep coming back. If you're craving some good Mexican food, definitely stop by this place!",real
17823,"I had really good pancakes and if you love love love pancakes, then it might be worth the epic wait.  Outside of that, i was very underwhelmed.   The Spanish scramble I had did not resemble anything Spanish.  It was bland and buried with cheese.  Chorizo had no flavor.  There was not spicy heat nor spicy flavor.  Just gobs of cheese.   The servers were friendly and the atmosphere is very cozy.  This is why 3 stars instead of 2.   As for the pancakes.  I really do like pancakes, but I think that you can only do so much with a pancake.  The best pancake in the world (in my opinion) is not all that much better than a average diner pancake.   With Savory on the other hand, if you miss, it can be quite terrible.  And when it is great.... well you know.  Clinton St Baking missed by a mile, so it is hard to feel good about coming back.",real
13352,"IF you want a oldschool place with a local vibe this place rocks. We came in at around 1:30am We asked if they were still serving food the bartender said that they were. We ordered a bunch of the yummiest burgers you will find. the burgers came with salad, and some wicked good potatoes. The waitress even though a little sauced up and wanting to go home was super nice, and fun to deal with. the crowd was cool and it was a great vibe.",real
22925,This place is incredible it is a favorite of myself and all of my friends if you have not tried it you must.,real
8001,Amazing!!! Excellent Service! Best Greek Food!! Nice atmosphere and decor!,real
48988,"You've got to be kidding me, this place is just... a dream! I was told by several Fishtown locals that I would fall in love with the crafty, artsy aspect of Sketch; I feel like they totally undersold the burgs! Toasted yummy bun with delicious and diverse burger patties (turkey. Kobe, beef or chicken breast for the meatheads and bean burger or seitan for the less inclined) plus I really value a place that has customizable toppings, fresh ingredients, juicy meat patties, and the option to add a fried egg on a burger. There's even a few different fry selections, like sweet potato or fried green chili cheese! I gobbled up a beef guy w cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, grilled onion and pickles with hand cut Belgian fries. And the sauces! I don't see anyone talking about these sauces! The Harrisa aioli AKA 40 cloves from hell, is the most amazing and garlic-slathered creation I've even consumed! The little chili kick is a perfect compliment to anything I will ever want to eat again. The fries were mere peasant sticks on which to further enjoy that aioli! I'm going to sample The Cyclops Burger next time! This is detailed as a burger w cheese, bacon and a friend egg all hanging out together; what glorious pain! There's a large, floor-to-ceiling chalk board that has updated specials with some pretty exciting stuff. Quite a few people around me ordered milkshakes, so I have my work cut out for me. Some customers ran in and out for just a shake or one of their baked desserts! This place seemed to be doing well, I sincerely want to make it back as soon as possible! More to explore at the fabulous Sketch!",real
12927,"i've been to pio pio's other locations before, so I wasn't expecting a fancier decor. it had a large space downstairs decorated with dried branches all around the walls and ceiling. it was a nice ambiance and good lighting. the chicken is always tender, the seafood platter was pretty tasty. the ceviche was okay. the hot dogs and fries i tried to avoid. the sangria i definitely would drink again. the chicken special which was in a butter cream sauce was good, but definitely not healthy. i thought the waitress was annoyingly absent and kept pushing every special possible but the bus boy was awesome and super attentive. the deserts were average, don't bother.",real
9435,"I don't know if maybe they've gotten a new chef or hired new servers or something, because a lot of the reviews I've read are negative, but I can't think of anything bad to say about my experience. I stayed at the hotel for a weekend back in September and I loved everything about it, particularly the service at the Tap Room. I ate at the restaurant three times, twice for lunch and once for dinner. I had a delicious Summer Salad and absolutely LOVED the truffle fries (incredible). Had a few other things but can't remember what, these two definitely stood out. Nice place to go grab a drink in the early evening, and the staff was very friendly. Will definitely return again in the future.",fake
46674,"We loved sitting outside in the late afternoon, (shaded from the blazing sun by an umbrella) drinking sangria, and munching on our cheese and meat plate (2 of each).  We LOVED the La Tur soft cheese!  YUM!  I wish we had ordered two!  Unfortunately, the other cheese we had, the Ubriaco Prosecco, was boring.  We liked our meats:  Prosciutto de Parma and Coppa Piccante.",real
27976,"came here for dinner and on a friday night it was pretty crowded as expected. the host even took our cellphone number just in case we wanted to walk around instead of waiting inside. place isnt big but i like it that way, cozy and dimly lit. we had the hush puppies and chicken liver mousse for starters and that was awesomely good! hush puppies were filling but it came with really good sauce over it. the liver mousse was great too. i almost filled up with that but i had to paced myself cuz i got the chicken n cheddar waffles. my plate came with three pieces of chicken n they were huge and yummy! for dessert had cappuccino and the chocolate & caramel tart which was amazing. from start to end food was great. Service could be better but its understandable with a crowded restaurant anyways. great location too. i'd definitely go back n have more chicken liver mousse!",real
38684,"It is actually pretty good. Not sure why it is always empty, but they have a great selection of dosas, nice service and reasonable prices. We go there often as it is close to home. Nice experience overall.",real
28337,"I have been going on a BAKLAVA research tour lately..... Boubouki has good Baklava because it taste fresh and unique... It has less honey for those who complain Baklava is to sweet. And the spices are alive, the cinnamon really stands out. The nuts used seem roasted and caramalized... BUT THE SPANAKOPITA = SPINACH PIE WAS THE MOST AMAZING I HAVE HAD !! IT HAS LEMON AND DILL THAT BRIGHTEN IT UP COMPARED TO THE TYPICAL BLAND ONE MOST FIND....",real
35812,the best !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Nothing negative to say !!!!!!!!!!!!  Soup is amazing !!!!!!!!!!!! the food here is absoultley the best.  I wont spend my money for lunch any where else.  Well worth the money,real
10613,I don't know what is going on with this place.  Just ordered the keema paratha and it smells like rotten meat,real
23379,"This place was highly recommeneded by a good friend. So we all made a trip there, was about a good 40 min from NYC. They did not take reservations during the weekend apparently, so about 730p on a Saturday equals a potential 90 min wait for our group of 6. We walked around outside for about half hour since it was nice day, make sure you have your whole group by time your name is called btw. Once finally seated, we ordered appetizers, dates with bacon was amazing. Got a pitcher of red and white juice, we brouight our own bottles of wine, no corkage fee and they even opened it for us, That was a very nice touch. Our entrees were very delicious, speaking for the paella and chiaroscuro steak was so tender, the coconut rice was kind of bland tho, barely had any coconut flavor. This is a lively restaurant, AKA the occasional loud banging of drums to startle us for when peopel had birthdays, music was also blasting. I'd have given the food and especially the prices a solid 4 stars, maybe even 4.5 because you can bring your own bottles for the fruit punches, unfortunately the loud music, long wait, and spotty service brought them down to about an average expericence on a busy saturday night. Perhaps theyre much better on off nights like wed afternoon, business is good for them with all the people, but they need to be careful that they keep the wait shorter or more bearable somehow or they will lose first timers becoming potential regulars.",real
32778,"The Sunday dinner is indeed all it's cracked up to be.  Brought out of town guests here and it was definitely the right choice.  I wouldn't call the portions large, but that's really not the point.  Each dish seems to be prepared so carefully and thoughtfully, it makes you think you're at somewhere very fancy (when in fact you're in one the more sparse BYO dining rooms - I think only Salt and Pepper beats it for bare bones).",fake
27658,"Just came for dessert, and the bread pudding was great. The service was I attentive, slow, and overall lacking. The place was also really loud, and a hard place in which to have a conversation. There's plenty of street parking, which is convenient.",real
22513,A roach came out from under my hotplate 2 yrs ago. I will never go back.,fake
11900,"The food was great here.The ceviche was excellent and the shrimp was very tasty as well. It is a great place to take a date for dinner or drinks with its dim lighting, beautiful decor and romantic Spanish music playing in the background. A great place to go for a true Peruvian restaurant experience.",fake
36706,"Came here for dinner on a Tuesday night and was a little thrown off at first when I walked in since I wasn't sure if I was supposed to seat myself at a table or go up to the counter to order something lol.  The place kind of looks like a hole in the wall so I was a bit confused. My friend and I ordered the guacamole with chips as an appetizer and man was it delicious!! It was very fresh and the amount was very generous.  We also ordered the passionfruit drink which was very good as well. We then ordered the Lomo Saltado and tacos (Fish and Lamb) as our entrees to share.  The lady working was very nice and let us do a substitution. She let us order 2 Fish and 2 Lamb tacos instead of 4 of the same tacos.  When we got the food, I didn't think the tacos were that great.  They tasted a bit bland to me and I kind of wished there wasn't so much tortilla. The Lomo Saltado was decent but nothing special. The service was great (but that could of been because there was just one other table when I was there) but if I want real good Peruvian food, I would not come here for that.",real
14307,"They have a stocked bar for cocktails, which is not  common in vietnamese restaurants (most of us are lightweights). They've been mentioned in several magazines, which is apparent at the entrance, but probably just for being the one of two vietnamese restaurants in philly with the other one being directly across the street. Other than that, the've got nice napkins...? The service was average, and the vegetarian eggrolls were way below average. Veggie in this case means ""no meat,"" and doesn't mean ""vegetables."" Go figure! It was a fried not yet golden brown roll, with vermicelli, a mushroom or two and pepper...everywhere. It was so peppery I couldn't taste much else. It was stronger than sriracha. The fish sauce was sugary, without a kick.  We have a term in Vietnamese, pronounced ""Zuhh-Ehhhggccck!"" That's what I told my mom about it. .",real
18793,"Usually I love this place, but the pizza this last time I went was so greasy and gross. The guy who I think owns the place was also really rude. Nothing special. Bleecker street pizza is way better.",real
31821,"EDIT: I was trying to decide about what my favorite restaurant in New York City was, and I could not think of a place I like more than Brooklyn Commune. True, it is right in my neighborhood so it gets many convenience points. However, food is consistently delicious, and the place is run by very friendly people. Re-reading my old review, I sound like a bit of a curmudgeon. I love this place, really, and I go here more than once a week. the food is delicious-- their soups, especially, have rocked my world. Presentation is nice. The cookies taste healthy, so I guess that's good (it makes me feel better about eating cookies, I guess). I also like that they have lentils, quinoa, barley, etc., all available dry. The staff is very friendly.",real
46298,Awesome place!  Great brunch!,fake
20525,"I'm not a big fan of Italian cuisine, but this place still managed to impress me. I came here with my out-of-town parents hoping for the best and they loved it! We ordered the sun-dried tomato puree pesto to start, and it disappeared in a matter of minutes. One of my parents ordered a pasta dish and the other chose veal meatballs (Polpettine di vitello). I sampled both and could definitely taste the freshly-made pasta. My simple dish of grilled shrimp was surprisingly simple yet full of flavor, and the puree complimented the dish well. The restaurant itself wasn't too busy - we were seated in the back room which was decorated like a cozy Italian garden with lights strung around the perimeter. The staff was attentive and friendly but not overbearing.",real
39798,"My bro was in town. Thank goodness he visited on Tuesday. Monday-Wenesday Pasta dishes are half off. This is my 2nd time @ Marzullo's. I had a good experience during my first visit that I thought I take my friend and bro out. My friend had the gnocchi dish. She thought it was OK. The portion was big. The antipasto was yummy. I can't remember what my bro had. I'm guessing it was ok since he cleaned up his plate. I had crab pasta dish again. What I like about this dish is that it taste a lot better the next day. I wonder when my bro is going to visit me again. I guess I'm a fan due to half price on Pasta Mon-Wed, BYOB, and portion of the dish. I don't think I would go to the restaurant on other days. The place is homey.",real
15434,"3.5.  I base that on price for value and while I love the locavore thing and the fresh food, I just dont love paying 50$ and still being hungry after eating.  We had the meatballs and the Risotto and the octopus.  How much can you charge for some of the least expensive products available...rice...? anyway.  It WAS good, but I WAS still hungry and my wallet WAS empty after that...",real
31558,"This is my favorite bar and restaurant in Philadelphia.  I go there three times a week, and never grow tired of it!  The staff is super friendly, and very knowledgeable of their amazing beer selection.  The menu has enough selection to make everyone happy.  Most people don't realize it, but this place has two levels: if it looks crowded, the downstairs bar is usually empty and offers a very relaxed and more intimate atmosphere.  I strongly recommend this place and can't wait to go back next week when I'm in town again!",fake
39234,"I liked the dim sum! Now, I don't know much about dim sum but I liked everything I tried. It was super busy, too, but it didn't take too long for us to be seated and quickly served. Would have loved to see more of a variety, but everything was good! I would love to come back soon.",real
2346,Loved it! Worth the trip to south philly to try genos for the first time. Cheesesteak "wit" with whiz was perfect. Also tried pats too which was across the street to properly compare the two places.,real
22739,"About a week ago, on a Saturday night, I had gone to Cuban Pete's for my boyfriend's mom's birthday. We were refereed to go by numerous people that we knew. We were also warned to go early because it can get packed. We went about 5 pm and we were instantly seated. BUT YOU NEED TO GO EARLY! The place is BYOB and we brought come Cornonas. We started off with the fried goat cheese balls and chicken empanadas. Delicious! We each ordered a different entree. I had the pollo con mango. To DIE FOR! The dish was served with coconut rice and yam. The flavors complemented eachother beautifully.      The atmosphere was incredible. Very fun and entertaining. The waiters were a bit hard to understand, but we made do, and the little hats that were apart of their uniforms were cute.      I absolutly will go there again. As long as you keep in mind that it's a busy place, so the wait may be long, you will have an excellent time.",fake
37912,"Quick service and great food, but ultimately unimpressive for brunch if you've ever been to another Brazilian spot, Esperanto in the East Village.  Both places have an excellent brunch menu (although to Beco's credit, the menu here is a little bit more interesting); Esperanto's is a full $4 cheaper for the same entree-coffee-drink deal.   So it's like -- yeah, great, fun spot, delicious food, but for $14.95 when you know you can get almost an identical brunch vibe for $9.95 over on Avenue C?  Something doesn't compute here.",real
13499,"Surprisingly there are not that many places in Montclair for breakfast on a Saturday. You would think that with the 101 restaurants in the area - there would be a ton of places that serve breakfast, but no sir. I think there are a total of three that I could find - one being Plum. And since I already tried one (that I wasn't that crazy for) we decided to check this place out. The place is a lot smaller than I thought and the menu that they show outside on the window is not necessarily the menu you will get when you sit down. Yes, I know, strange. As far as the food is concerned, it's okay - not the best. I got the spinach, avocado, and jack omelet. The spinach wasn't cooked and the omelet itself was a bit oily. Other than that, it was good. It comes with homefries and toast. One thing I like is the jam that comes with the toast, not sure if it is homemade, but it's very tasty. I don't like homefries, so I didn't even eat them (sorry). Not sure if I would rush back...I think I am ready to try the next and probably last restaurant on the list of breakfast places in Montclair. If you know of any good place....please please let me know. I am dying to find a GOOD stop for after Yoga.",real
15166,"Awesome, awesome meal. All vegetarian for us. The carrot entree tastes better than any meat I have ever had. It was with wild rice and pine nuts and I want to eat it again and again and again.  Matter of fact we got two of them after eating the first we asked for another.  The cauliflower soup was so damn good too. Service was perfect. Cool vibe.",real
3753,I had a load of fun here.   There was just a "normal" crowd.  I asked the bartender if it was normally not so busy on Fridays and he said it was the summer crowd.  Still I like me a dead bar in the summer.  Keeps the jerks at bay. They have a satellite jukebox which means that Big Drew can scare the squares with a Madonnathon and other not super straight music.  It was fun. I bought 6 sliders instead of 3 because i felt HUNGRY.  3 hit the spot just fine though and other people finished the rest.    They were really good sliders though.  They were all cooked medium rare.. not over broiled like most places. Overall...would go back again and again.,real
16086,"I don't know why I haven't reviewed this place yet, it's my favorite breakfast restaurant in the city. I do recommend getting take out because the lines are incredible. If you do decide to eat at the place get there before 9. I have only tried a couple of dishes on the menu, not because I have only been here a couple of times, but because they were so good I wanted them again and again. Blueberry Pancakes and Salmon Eggs Benedict. Okay, let me break down the pancakes. they are served with a warm maple butter sauce, topped with wild Maine blueberry's. My mouth is watering just writing this review. New York Magazine awarded them twice for the best pancakes in the city. Moreover, they beat Bobby Flays blueberry pancakes on his show, Throwdown! For the Salmon eggs Benedict, my description just sums up to one word, outstanding. All in all, this place is a must try and one that you will not regret.",fake
21434,"this is a great little spot in astoria!  the restaurant has a cute rustic feel to it - very italy-style.  i ordered the classic vite club and it was AMAZING.  it was totally drenched in butter and tasted so good.  the grilled chicken was super flavorful already, but with the addition of the perfectly fried/crispy egg, bacon, and buttery toast, it was a party in my mouth.  definitely get it if you love indulgent butter.  i also ordered the burrata & pomodorini.  this was light and simple - a good complement to the heavy club sandwich.  the coffee is good and strong, and the complementary bread was the classic italian style bread - a little chewier than american bread.  i am definitely coming back to this place.",real
23141,"Not thrilled at all. I almost slipped down the stairs because they were wet and no signage. We were quickly ushered in and got a table, but or server was impatient and within a few moments he came for our order, and he didn't have much in the way of finesse. The food was good, except for the Cuban coffee I ordered which treated like burnt Sanka. Truly awful. The mojitos were non-alcoholic, but they charge as if they ARE. I have no idea why people rave over this place.",real
44180,"If you are looking for a restaurant that bends over backwards to please its customers, Benito One is the place. We were just there last weekend for the very first time and plan to come back the next time we are in NYC. It was already packed when we got there and we were given a table that we were not satisfied with. The waiter was quick to accommodate, and while we waited outside to be re-seated, the owner came over to assure us that they would have another table for us. During the meal we sat and watched all the staff hustle from one table to the next. The owner was there making sure that everything was in order (even helping to clean up a mess from a child at another table) and that all customers were satisfied. I have never been to a place that treated its customers like they are important to them as this place. At the end of dinner,our waiter even did magic tricks for our table. The owner even came over and started talking and taking pictures with us. I give Benito a 5 star based on the service alone, but  the food was delicious and definitely worth returning for. The price was reasonable and the portions were generous. My husband, our two friends, and I were happy with all our meals. I highly recommend Benito.",fake
9299,"Thoroughly disappointed! At first, I was excited that the restaurant served Filipino cuisine as well as launched by a chef from Top Chef. Also, after enjoying authentic Filipino cuisine from the Philippines, I was craving a good fix here. However, the general lack luster experience combined with mediocre food did not win me over for its overpriced menu. Even if Pig and Khao's ambiance is suppose to be a casual experience, their staff did not know ANYTHING. We decided to order the 5 course tasting menu for a fix price. For one thing, our waitress, although courteous and nice, did not tend to us as frequently despite the lack of patrons at the place. FYI, we were there for an early dinner around 5-6pm and there was only another couple having dinner. Did I also mention how there were 3-5 staff members just aimlessly waiting around? Not cool. The next thing that disturbed our experience was that when we received each dish, the presenter, who was not our waitress, did not even try to explain what we were getting. (Even if he did try to explain, he was either on mute or he just explained the meat type.) I even asked for better elaboration on one of the dishes and whether if it was Filipino .The presenter did not know whether if it was a Filipino dish or what the dish was at all. HOW IS THIS A TASTING MENU EXPERIENCE IF WE DON'T KNOW WHAT WE'RE TRYING? I'm not even trying to be anal about our experience. I did not even try to make it a big deal during our dinner, but after thinking about our experience, I will not come here again. The second part is that even the dinnerware seemed like cheap $1 items you'd find in Chinatown. I don't have anything against cheap dinnerware, but if I'm paying for an ambiance and an experience at a place, I'd expect better utensils. Next time, I can just eat at Chinatown for authentic food at a lower price. Food was mediocre. It only got 2 stars because our food came out fresh and I liked the coconut rice.",real
41429,"Staff is too full of themselves to serve you if they don't know you. Crowd looks at you like you're a turd if they don't recognize you. Crap service+ crap crowd= go somewhere else. Walk around the corner to William Hallett and be treated like a customer, not a $$$$",fake
42917,"I've lived in Philadelphia for 4 years and I can honestly say that this is one of my top 3 restaurants here. For a place that's known for their desserts/chocolate, their food is absolutely delicious! Their menu has changed a bit over the time, but their food has yet to disappoint. Their pastas, burgers, pizzas, hummus, fries... all AMAZING. As a vegetarian, it's hard to find a spot that accommodates so well! The desserts are heavenly. Best comfort food Philly has to offer, hands down! My favorite would have to be their banana waffle sundae (I can't remember the actual name, but it's pictured in the book!). The pizza, ice cream, fondue, hot chocolate, all PERFECT! The ONLY thing I would not recommend is their crepes. Lastly, their drinks are also wonderful! Went for sips on a Wednesday evening and had a chocolate martini for $5! DELICIOUS. It's garnished with a chocolate covered strawberry, which is also the best chocolate covered strawberry I've had in my life. Every time I have a friend visiting Philadelphia who's never been to Max Brennar's, I always make it a point to go because it has something for everyone. I've yet to meet someone who doesn't like this place. Not only is the food great, but the atmosphere is so warm and welcoming. My favorite time to visit would definitely be in the winter, right around the holidays because the ambience is so serene and pleasing.",real
37070,Food as absolutely delicious and quick service too!,real
40317,"I love Barrio Chino!   Whenever I am craving Mexican, I make sure to get my fix here.  It's really the only place in the city that has delicious upscale tacos.  They're not as great as the street tacos that you would find in Los Angeles, but they are pretty damn good!  The guacamole w/ tortilla chips are extremely yummy and the dark rum mojitos and margaritas are perfect!",real
32102,"I love this place.  I come in anytime I'm in the area.  The service has always been excellent.   If you are not sure about Korean food menu, you always have the option of going japanese. I really enjoyed the Dduk bok e.  My kimchi jjige was really good.    I recommend anyone to try this place out.  I think you will enjoy it.",real
46423,"If there were a Bread Heaven Scratchbread would be it. I know a lot of you come here for delicious fresh breakfast and we all know it's good. I come here for bread. Let's take a step back: coming from Europe you definitely grow up with a different level of appreciation for bread. If it comes in a package from Walmart and can sit on the shelf for a month and be just as good as at day one - it is not bread; it's a dough filled with chemicals that are designed for you to like it but not be full (it's a problem with most foods these days). Here are my REAL bread rules: 1. Real bread is baked fresh daily. 2. It's made out of natural ingredients without any chemical additives to prolong the shelf life. 3. It comes with a smile from the person who sells it because that's just how they do business here. Scratchbread is as real as BedStuy. Local business bringing best quality and best tasting bread to all of us bread affectionados. I've tried bread from multiple different vendors from various farmer's markets and bakeries and no one ever came close to what they do here in BedStuy. My personal favourites are: 1. Sour cacia i pepe - if you like focaccia you will love this one. Made with peppercorns and olive oil, excellent with open faced sandwiches. I am actually having one with creme cheese, capers and salmon that I cured myself a couple days ago. Has tons of seasoning on the crust with a distinct cheesie flavour. I would add a slice of this bad boy to my last meal. Yes, it's that good. 2. Mutt - made out of whole wheat this one is great all around; much softer and more airy compared to a regular wheat bread. Can have it with brie and preserves or with your deli for lunch. Can't go wrong with whatever you eat it with. 3. Foccacia - this is a no brainer. Olive oil and rosemary make it pretty much an easy choice for everyone. Made as a flatbread so not really sandwich friendly. Distinct olive oil grease on the outside. 4. Buckwheat sourdough - a relevantly recent addition to the menu and an instant success. Slightly sweeter on the palate, perfect with some preserves or PB&J but just as good with your cured meets and cheese. Reminds me a lot of east European dark rye sourdough bread. Keep doing a great job guys! I love Scratchbread so much I actually started a new diet: bread only diet. Keep it up guys! P.S. Their breakfast bakery selection is excellent too! P.P.S. One day they had a loaf of bread from the previous day which they kindly offered for half price. That's an honest way to do business.",real
27859,"Dear Buttermilk Channel, You are bad ass.Hashbrowns and smoked bacon on the side.  Porkchops and  cheddar waffles/Savory pancakes for brunch. Yes yes ya'll. Short ribs appetizer/Chicken and Waffles for dinner. oh yes yes ya'll. Allegiances are hard today in America but I'm rockin' to the drumbeat of  Buttahhhhhhhhhhhhh milk channel ya'll. yes yes ya'll.",real
26363,"A cute & cozy BYO worth a visit. The staff happy, and the atmosphere is romantic/cute. Fantastic for brunch or dinner, and/or date night! Their specials are well worth it, and provide reasonable portions. Grab dinner here then head over to Kite and Key for pints...then rummage through Whole Foods once you get proper drunk.",real
19659,"Amazing food, great rotating beer selection.",real
20040,"What an awesome sandwich! I followed Yelp's reccomendations and we headed to Sonny's, which is a mere 3 blocks from the Liberty Bell. I ordered the classis:  a cheesesteak: grizzled rib-eye steak with onions and sweet peppers.  The friendly guy at the counter told me a 'real' Philly cheesesteak is with the ""whiz"" and that was good enough for me. It was disgustingly delicious.  Salty, golden goo dripping off mounds of tasty meat. I even dipped my French fries in it.  ( the shoe string fries were excellent btw: nuclear hot and crispy).      I bet Ben & George would have loved these tasty, steak sandwiches!",real
15310,"This might be one of my favorite brunch places, if not my favorite brunch place, in the whole city. I came here for brunch, and the corned beef hash is amazing. Potatoes confit, actual pieces of melt-in-your-mouth brisket, and perfectly seasoned poached eggs make this dish well worth the $15. My friend had the scrambled eggs with bacon, and they were quite tasty too (the scrambled eggs verge on watery, but not really). The coffee seltzer was kind of interesting - if you mix it fully, the taste comes out with a seltzer beginning and an aftertaste of coffee that's quite refreshing, albeit different. Our wait was about 10 minutes on a Saturday at 12:45, and it had thinned out by the time we finished brunch at 2:00. Note that it's kind of loud in here because all the tables are so close together, and you're better off the less people you have with you.",real
32781,"I couldn't have been more happy with my Sunday night dining experience.  The Sunday night tasting menu (5 courses for $28) allows you to ""splurge"" without spending alot.   The aruluga salad to start was my least favorite part of the meal only because I am not a huge salad fan.  The mussels with fingerlings and mushrooms were so scrumptious that I literally could have eaten an entire pot of them.  Because I am obsessed with scallops, it is no surprise that the scallop with corn and a zesty and summery sauce was my fav.  Normally, squash (and most gourds) makes me gag, but it was excellent with the salmon.  The chocolate tort with berry sauce tasted even better than it looked - believe me, it looked good. All-in-all, the amazing experience at Little fish has me hoping for a swift return. *added bonus is that the chef is awfully cute.",fake
31486,"Since writing my first review of Caseus, I have moved to New Haven.  I am still in love with Caseus. I branched out and had sauteed rabe and one of their superb salads for lunch.   I have since learned how to spell ""recommend"" correctly, too. :-\",real
1355,Real Philidelphians don't eat here. Genos is for tourists who don't know any better or see their crappy obnoxious lights. Ask around the city to locals for a better place,real
34134,"We showed up with 11 people on New Years Day. On such a holiday, I was expecting a long wait, a hungover server and shoddy service no matter where we decided to brunch- and we would've been ok with all that. As it would turn out, we showed up before the brunch rush which allowed us to be seated right away. Instead of a hungover server, we had an upbeat, friendly, happy guy named Bill.  Bill was the best. He made sure our glasses stayed full and was patient with our decision making process.",real
23884,This is a great place to eat with groups.  They have large portions so its good to have a large group that can share the food.  So I'm a fan of all the savory meals here but they have some excellent deserts also.  Every time I've been here they have a different desert.,fake
7350,"This used to be my go-to place for brunch with one of my closest girlfriends but after one too many dissapointing experiences we decided to find a new place. The decor is pretty fun and the swing chairs on the second floor are pretty great (I'm a sucker for gimmicks and personal entertainment) but the overall service and food are not up to par. Given that it is a restaurant and not an amusement park that's kind of a deal breaker. Brunch isn't too bad with some interesting choices including a tiramisu waffle and omelets with poblano peppers but nothing knocks your socks off like you would hope. The salads, while big, usually consist of a fair amount of wilted lettuce so try something else. The desserts are fun and really good but super tiny (but that just means you get to try a couple). I've heard that the roof bar and the nighttime scene can be fun so if that's what you are going for ignore this review. If you are going for breakfast or lunch you may want to choose from the vast array of better options in the neighborhood.",real
23036,"I have been a repeat customer of Cuban Pete's since it opened.It's such a beautiful place full of life, wonderful food, wonderful staff--great atmosphere.  I found Lillian M.'s review of 4/25 particularly disturbing and confusing.While my experiences with the staff have always been great-everyone is entitled to their own opinion.  I just don't understand why the woman you were with felt the need to say her ""husband is a state official"".  I would also take that as a threat-I think many people would.  What bearing does that have on the situation?  What difference does that make?  The guys who work there are great people..I am sure that statement made them nervous and uncomfortable.It was a really unkind thing to say.  Then in your review you tell them you work for a newspaper!!  This is almost a form of being a bully--If you weren't happy just talk to them about it--no need to threaten!!  Your review has not changed my opinion of how great Cuban Pete's is--I will continue to go-and judging by the fact of how busy they always are---I think a lot of people feel the same way I do.",real
49755,"The perfect place for brunch:  very laid-back, low-key (hangover) music playing in the background, and a hair-of-the-dog special.  The only problem with the French toast is that they don't serve enough of it.  Frittata is a solid choice if you want something savory. Our server, Mia, was fantastic -- so friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, very pleasant.  A true professional.",real
32183,"Best lunch spot in the area! I am upset my office is moving away from here. The food is delicious, authentic, and reasonably priced. The Thai Iced Tea - which comes with the lunch special is a nice touch as well.",real
46836,Great place to take the kids. They really enjoy the ice cream and the shark in the water drink,real
48186,"3 stars for quality because it is good BUT... 1 reviewer wrote that the buy right from fulton street, daily. ummm, fulton street isn't the best wholesale market. and for what you pay for fish at nassau street, you could drive to manhatten pay all tolls and fees, pay to park, go out to breakfast, send your kid to private school and buy a hooker. jesus of nazareth! it's TOTALLY over priced. they got nice fish at the jersey fresh farm market on rt. 1 south in south brunswick. not the variety, but it's fresh and WAY more affordable. so yeah, i like being able to buy a myers lemon at nassau street, but i'm not taking a home equity loan to do it. maybe if they lowered the price, they would have less waste and could keep the prices lower... hmmmm.",real
27254,"I don't normally find myself in this part of Brooklyn ever, but since my friend from out of town was visiting and we had plans to visit the nearby Morbid Anatomy Museum, I figured I would give this place a try. I was slightly worried that there would be a wait because I knew that this place is popular, but thankfully, we got seated right away. We also got here at around 3PM, hence the quickly getting seated. I'm imagining the menus are different at dinner time or during the week, but we came here for brunch, so we had brunch items. I had their roasted mushrooms, spinach, and goat cheese scramble while my friend had their eggs huntington dish. We also shared an order of their cheddar waffles. I thought my food was quite good as did my friend. We thought that the cheddar waffles would be savory, but they were actually sweet and they came with maple syrup. The texture of the waffles was amazing as well: crunchy due to the corn meal, sweet from the powdered sugar and probably sugar in the batter, and slightly savory because of the cheddar. No complaints about the service, either. Since this is quite out of the way for me, I'm not sure when I'll ever come back here, but if I happen to be in the area, I'd love to stop on by again.",real
26528,"Oh, Sabrina's. Your brunch is so delicious, but your lunch is not so good. I have gotten your lunch food now 5 or so times, and each time I have been disappointed. My biggest disappointment was the cali turkey sandwich. The turkey and bread were just so dry I thought I'd need to mix it with liquid just to swallow. I asked for the mayo on the side, which I never received. I understand that it may have been less dry with the mayo, but I shouldn't need mayo on my sandwich to make it edible. I had 2 little chunks of avocado (about 1 inch each) on the whole sandwich. Total disappointment.",real
28836,"Ok... Thursday night... The lights are appropriately dim.. As an Italian crooner bangs out ""a classic pop tune strait from the boot"" his words... Not mine..  live music is rare in upper Montclair... This narrow storefront has been many a failed venture over the sat 5 years. and this wedding singer needs stable work... I'm pullin for you guys... The baby arugula salad with pears and shaved Sherpa cheese was dressed in an astringent lemon vinaigrette that was a tad salty for my palate. Glad I brought a bottle of rye, and my walk home is short.. As the James Taylor covers have me drinking into submission. I await the NY strip Rare... which is coincidentally also on the regular menu.   It arrived medium... Again glad I brought the bottle of rye... I wouldnt eat  overcooked meat without a few drinks. So I gnawed away at the leathery hunk of flesh and prayed that the guy unsuccessfuly channeling Sinatra opted for the pasta special for himself... and a seperate and more desperate prayer that he was going on a break soon... The atmosphere is right... The decor is right.. I hope they figure out a formula in the kitchen that works... It would be nice to have a bistro in upper montclair.",real
11977,"I've been a customer of Pio Pio for years - they never disappoint. Not only does their food speak for itself, their service is on point - something restaurants in NYC lack in general. I chose their Hells Kitchen to have my birthday party of 25 people because of the size. It was important that we sat together - Pio Pio made sure that happened. Their service was flawless. I could not have been happier. Their manager was fanatastic - worked with us through this busy time of year. We made the reservation a few months in advance and the process was seamless.",real
9565,"**GUEST WRITER** Salvador Dali is mad played out.  You see that melting clock s*it on three-quarters of all dorm room walls, usually either right next to a Phish poster or right below an actual clock that doesn't work because the batteries are dead.  Aside from melted clocks, though, everything he does is crazy obscene for no good godd*mned reason. I watched Un Chien Andalou once sophomore year with a bunch of stoned people, and it seemed like some bullsh*t too.  Unless you're ready to be extremely enthusiastic about shockingly vulgar nonsense, there's no point.  When I explained this to a friend, she commented, ""[s]o basically he was like the guy from jack*ss, but a long time ago.""  Right on.  George Orwell said, ""his talent ends at his elbow.""  That's not bad either. Café Sabarsky is too good to be on Yelp.  Never had anything that wasn't delicious, from salads to main courses to coffee to dessert.  Just go.",fake
39140,"When I first heard about this restaurant I was skeptical in approaching a place who's menu is solely based on JUST meatballs. To my surprise, the discovery of fresh sauces, cheeses and toppings completely changed my mind. I've been eating meatballs all my life and these are some of the best ever, (just don't tell my grandma). Seeing the menu have chicken meatballs on it really caught my attention so I had a traditional sandwich with 2 beef and 2 chicken meatballs, tomato sauce, and a delicious sharp provolone. Any sandwich I eat is toasted so that crunchy roll and melty cheese was just icing on the cake. The flavors were new to me because I now saw more potential in something I eat regularly. A tip of my hat to MMCo for putting a fresh, fun twist on an Italian classic.",real
17125,"Although there was a 30 minute wait, it was well worth it. I got the banana walnut pancakes with maple butter and they were INCREDIBLE. Also, my friend got Huevos Rancheros which was excellent - spicy, fresh, flavorful. It's a must for breakfast/brunch.",real
39091,"I like when places stick to one thing and try their best to do that one thing well. This place doesn't have shrimp tortellini, or burritos, or pizza; everything is meatballs. Don't eat meat? Hey, no problem: there are veggie meatballs. I got the BPV meatball sandwich with rabe, though I don't recall its name (they all have names). The meatballs were excellent and the bread was good, but it could have used some marinara. I appreciate that they're trying to showcase the meatballs themselves (and it was nice to try that), but I just need sauce. A quick trip up to the front though, and it was brought out to me, hot and fresh. It was a nice enough place inside, and I liked the music they were playing. They had bread pudding on the menu for really, really cheap. The prices overall were reasonable, I think, compared to other places in this area.",real
44083,"So - here's the process at Zio's:  1) Tell one of the pizza making guys your order and they will put it in the oven to heat. 2) Step to the side and repeat your order to the checkout person 2 feet away from the pizza making guy. 3) Pay for your order. 4) Hope they don't screw it up. Here's what's so great about this process. You, as a customer work twice as hard to ensure you address Zio's staff communication deficits. You, as the customer pay double what the product is actually worth. For example, a plain slice worth about $1.50 will cost you well over 3 bucks. I guess because they throw it on hot bricks, convincing you it's ""better"". The ""Soup Nazi"" demanded a process for a stellar product, making it worth the wait and worth enduring the process. Zio's ain't worth either.",real
33259,"$5 cover on a Saturday night which was absurd. I have been to way better bars that do not even have a cover.   There were a few people in here, it looks like a decent spot to get drinks if you are from Staten Island.  I only came here though because it was my friend's birthday and he is from Staten Island.  I give credit where it is due, but a $5 cover fee, ok ambiance and hardly any people in here frankly I do not understand why there is even a cover.",real
45298,"We are staying at the Highline Hotel across the street, and so we jumped over to Cookshop for lunch. We had deviled eggs, chicken liver pate, the grass-fed hamburger, and the lamb pita. Everything was great. The service was excellent too. The first day of the year where it felt warm enough to eat al fresco, and we had a great view of the highline!",real
13612,Great spot for groups with admirable crowd management and deep selection. Look: kind of a toned down Joe's Crab shack.  i'll give points for them not stapling crap everywhere and creating to much visual noise.  Kind of reminds me of a nice blend of Water Taxi Beach and Seacrets in Ocean city visually. Food: This was a liquid lunch and i'll give compliments to a very wide and diverse selection of beers and cocktails.  my group was here for the better part of 4 hours and the depth of the menu allowed us to keep things interesting.  I was pleased with their pricing as well with yellow beer running around $4 a can to regional specialties about 6. They sling a fine Michelada here as well. Experience: Staff was very accommodating on my groups dithering as to when or if we were going to eat and move our reservation around accordingly.  This is a very comfortable spot and they bar staff showed some hustle and worked to get folks taken care of quickly at the up and downstairs walk up bars.   I'd ask they put some kind of sign up alerting folks to the relative steepness of the center stairs and i get the impression anyone without full use of their facilities might be stuck in the bathroomless downstairs.  Great spot for large groups and and kids.  The bags/cornhole sets are a nice touch as well.,fake
42472,"Tasty food, good price, big fan of the message. Good for sitting with the computer and getting work done. If you're not into meat or are into meat without all the junk in it and you like food that you can actually taste, food that's not drown in salt or gravy to make it taste good, check this place out.",real
13195,Excellent brews. I really enjoyed the Ear Inn Ale. The bartender was really nice and talked to us about the history of the bar - and the ghost. There aren't many places where you can learn and drink at the same time! A nyc gem. Perfect bar for Halloween.,real
10155,Beet Salad Lamb bolognese Rigatoni Lobster Mac N Cheese Everything was delish.. Wonder why they sat us in the fancy area where we were the only two patrons while there were dozens of others in the many diff levels of the restaurant. Service is great. Food is great.,real
15453,"I came here again for brunch this past weekend, but at peak hour. The space seemed tight, but we sat by the window which gave us ample elbow room. I tried the Kale with 2 eggs and the biscuits! Ahh the buttery goodness and the tartness of the preserves. Yum!",real
5476,"Iron Chef has spot-on Taipei-style food, which is so hard to find around here! My family is Taiwanese and we love going here together. Lots of authentic/exotic dishes on the Taiwanese menu, but they have a standard Chinese food menu as well. Our favorites are the Three Cup Wine Chicken (san bei ji), the shredded pork with mustard greens soup, the homemade dumplings, the minced pork on rice, whatever vegetable they have on special, and a new addition: the fried ""stinky tofu"" (""chou doufu"" a Taiwanese specialty, but not for the faint of heart or the unindoctrinated--don't say I didn't warn you! But it is so good and addictive if you can get over the smell-I can eat a whole plate by myself! My husband won't touch the stuff, though, but at least he is willing to put up with the smell so I can enjoy it at the table :) ) The owners are very friendly and pride themselves on quality and fresh ingredients-no MSG or greasy food here! A wonderful selection of all kinds of Taiwanese delicacies, but they also have a regular Chinese food menu as well, which is also top notch, for those less familiar with Taiwanese food (which is generally lighter/cleaner, but less familiar to most people). We love the food here-so authentic-and go every chance we get. We were so sad when their old location closed, and so glad when this new location opened on the Post Road. It's a treat to have a taste of the old country so close by! (Cash-only the last time we were there.)",real
49276,Great food & nice atmosphere.,real
45544,"More free range smoked turkey please, actually I liked it so much I ordered one to go! After walking all over NY, this spot stuck out because of all the people eating inside, the place was packed, so the food must be good, right? I sat at the bar, the bartender was great, and the rest of the staff was too. My meal was the free range smoked turkey, which had a healthy amount of turkey. This customer left with a good taste in my mouth.",real
671,"Awesome little spot. I took my girl here for her birthday dinner and we both loved it. Granted, it was a Monday so the place wasn't packed, but that said: Service: 5/5: Excellent, warm, welcoming. The server took his time with us to explain dishes, make recommendations, and answer questions.  At one point they brought out an extra dish due to a miscommunication while ordering and when I mentioned it, they immediately apologized and said ti was on the house. Food: 5/5: Everything was flavorful and delicious. We had the - skirt steak: tender, good-sized portion - stewed meatballs: the meatballs and the brandy sauce were each great on their own, amazing together - white asparagus: very soft and tasty, but it only comes with 2 pieces - Spanish octopus in EVOO: AMAZING. They boil the octopus instead of grilling it, giving it a very soft, tender texture (like very tender abolone or scallop, instead of chewy like calamari). It melted like butter in your mouth. - mixed seafood in cider & olive oil: Good dish, but the octopus in this dish was more chewy and similar to the usual texture I expect from octopus - Red sangria: did the trick, was $20 for a pitcher (I think it was a special that night), they also have 4 other flavors Ambience: 4/5: One side has all exposed brick, representative of NYC. The other is painted with a Spanish-themes motif.  Multiple little tables with plenty of elbow room. Good music (mix of spanish guitar and various other sounds with Latin roots, I heard 3 Manu Chao songs during our dinner). Price: 4.5/5:  Not bad, as far as tapas go. All in all, a cute little tapas spot with great food, service, and atmosphere for a very reasonable price in a great location. Will definitely return, I had no complaints.",real
10898,"I've been going to Massimo's for years for their decent food and relaxed atmosphere. However, the other day the guy at the register basically asked me for a tip, and that just ruins it for me. This happened at the point of putting in my order at the counter, before I had received any kind of service. At first I didn't even understand what he meant when he said I ""had to fill out the top portion"" of the credit card receipt ""for his records."" When I caught on, I asked him ""you mean the tip?"" and he, rather testily, said yes I had to fill it out for his records and if I didn't want to tip I could also just draw a line. In my mind, he created a situation that was designed to make me uncomfortable enough to tip him. I don't mind tipping, but I generally like to receive service before I do, and I don't think a tip should ever be demanded. That just takes the cake. I won't be going there anymore.",fake
22667,"Waited for over an hour for food.  when we finally sat, everything we attempted to order was no longer available or they were out of it.  The food was ok...but like another reviewer... there are better, more authentic cuban restaurants. very quick service once we were seated.",fake
28645,"I came here two times. The first time I came here, the service was good. One of the server taught us how to eat the silky tofu which was delicious. They offer dip, cold, and warm soba. I got a chance to tried the dip and warm soba only. The second time I came here, the service wasn't that great. They kept rushing us to order. We told them we still need to wait for one friend before we got seated. They said it was fine. In reality, they kept asking us if our friend is here yet. That was annoying. So we got moved from the middle table to the kitchen area table which was hard to have a conversation due to our large group of 6 people. Also, they got our order all confused. They said we order the chicken thigh which we did not. Like the other review, you are suppose to get extra water for your dip soba. Apparently, I got it but my friend did not get the extra water for her dip soba. They forgot to give us a spoon till we were almost done! So minus one star for service. Also, their incest was way too strong. It started to burn my friends and my eyes.  Overall, the soba is good but due to the service I don't think i'll come back here any time soon.",real
41882,"I popped into Sweet Afton for brunch of a early Sunday afternoon on a recent trip to NYC.  When I'm in the city, I'm usually staying with a good friend in Astoria, so it was nice to be able to walk a few blocks and meet up with some awesome peeps for a great brunch! I'd vaguely recalled hearing about Sweet Afton a while back because of their fried pickles.  I'm a huge fan of fried pickles, so that pretty much sealed this place on my must-try list. The brunch menu was pretty limited, but we all managed to find something or other to suit our tastes.  I went with the burger, with an egg on top, and it was awesome. And even better than that, the fried pickles were totally rockin'! The brunch-y drinks were flowing and enjoyed by everyone at our table, and the prices were just right.  We were left to enjoy our conversation, drinks, and food, which during brunch after a crazy night out, is definitely a good thing!",real
45877,"OK but nothing special. We were a party of five on for Sunday brunch and is the Cookshop worth waiting for? Not really. We were a mix of out-of-towners and Upper Westsiders so none of us know Chelsea well and we  simply stumbled across the Cookshop. We had a good time as we hadn't seen each other for a while but no one said, 'Wow, this is a great dish'. I had the frittata which was dry and the salad was unexciting. No bread of any kind served with it. Won't look for an occasion to go back.",real
20146,"They don't call it Sonny's Famous Steaks for nothin'...but as far as I'm concerned these dudes are the only game in town when it comes to pure, unadulterated stuff your face with fatty goodness. Let's just kick it off with the fact that even though I am a Philly girl, I don't usually do the cheesesteak thing. In fact, anyone who lives here will usually agree that it's something many locals partake in only when they have an out of town visitor. That said, I was a little nervous when my SF guest said she just HAD to have a Philly cheesesteak. Gulp...where do we go? Pat's? Geno's? Jim's? (Check the reviews and you'll see why I brought her here...thanks again good old trusty Yelp!). And then there was the whole legend of the ""Cheesesteak Nazi,"" who will yell at you and possibly make you cry if you don't order correctly. ""Whiz,"" I'm asking myself. ""WTF?"" I know from the media reports not to order provolone, but what the hell do you do about the onions and the peppers? Blarg! Too confusing! My brain almost shut down just thinking about it. Luckily, as I said before, I consulted Yelp before I left the house, and based on the reviews of people I read regularly (thanks, Point P!) I chose Sonny's. Note to self: good choice. Kevin, the guy working that day, gave me a tutorial on how to order a cheesesteak. And he didn't seem like he wanted to throw hot grease on me when I asked him questions. And to top it off, he plays trumpet with the Peek-A-Boo Revue, which is pretty damn awesome. So now Kevin is one of my new favorite guys in town. Conclusion...whether you're a local or a visitor and you get a hankerin' for a cheesesteak, get yours here (wit Whiz, of course!).",real
8340,"NIce little greek restaurant.  Loved the hanging ceramic pots...added a nice flair to the atmosphere.  The food was pretty good and  interesting as well.  Anything in a clay pot is a must....some items might be spicy for some, but I'm a spicy kinda guy!  Definitely a nice little date place for food or wine.  Eat, drink and be merry...Opa! -end transmission",real
19779,"Pingala is a welcome addition to Burlington's vegetarian and vegan restaurant scene. I love that they can make anything gluten-free as well! That is sometimes hard to find, as many gluten free breads have egg in them - but they sourced a wonderful vegan gf bread (Sami's) for all of their sandwiches. They also have gf pasta for their pasta dishes, and corn tortillas available for quesadillas and such. I've been 3 times already, and I have never been disappointed. The kale pesto pasta was fantastic, as was the tempeh tacos, and tempeh salad. I do wish they had a gf wrap though. If you're a vegetarian or vegan, Pingala is an all around winner in Burlington!!",fake
7868,"Dear Greeks, Your food is far from the Best ever, Turkish food trumps Greek, hands down. Your wine is borderline wretched, and don't insult me by telling me you don't carry Baklava, when a. I was addressing my bf with what texture I wanted for dessert b. Don't tell me what to order, when I know more about your cuisine and my bf knows more about wine pairings and yes that includes your wine and lastly, c. your desserts are not so delectable that you must pressure me to order one every 2 min after my entree. Ya, skip this place, go Turkish! ;)",real
30197,"Visited Silk City again this weekend.  Took a bit of hiatus and was glad to be back!  Silk, or sweaty, City never disappoints.  DJ DeeJay plays fun popular music that my friends and I  love to sing along to...usually causing me to be quite hoarse come Sunday mornings!  All in all a fun place to dance with your friends and the best part...cheap drinks!  What's not to like?",real
41072,Your food is good. But like SOOOOOO many places in the lower east side. Stop being cheap and PUMP UP THE A/C !!!,fake
15185,"I love going to Northern Spy when I just want unfussy and delicious food made with fresh ingredients in a pleasant, casual atmosphere. Luckily for me, I've only gone to the restaurant when it's quieter (weekday lunch, brunch that day it monsooned), and I've loved being able to eat leisurely and relax in such a quaint space without feeling rushed by servers or competing with the tables next to us in volume. While I do love being in the restaurant when it's not packed to the brim, I'd have no qualms about forging headfirst into those brunch crowds for one reason: the biscuits. My god, THE BISCUITS. ARE SO DAMN GOOD. They're the perfect amount of crispy, fluffy, savory, and you should eat as many as your appetite (and in my case, guilt) will allow you.  Biscuits and gravy? Biscuits and jam? Order them all! Definitely on my list of go-to east village brunch spots.",real
25065,"As a vegetarian, the filling of their veggie tacos ($3.67) here is much more flavorful than the earthy flavor of Ottos. Instead of chunky portobello mushrooms, five tacos fills theirs with ginger butternut squash, and spiced red bell peppers, along with rice, corn and cilantro. Their sides are where they fall behind a bit. Their barbecue baked beans ($2.85), while refreshingly vegetarian, lack a little bit of flavor. I improvised and added some of their hickory barbecue sauce which helped. Their five spiced rice ($2.85) is a tad dry, but otherwise really good. I love the different sauces they have set out for you to try, and put on your food. My personal favorites were the chipotle mayo and hickory barbecue. The place is fairly small, so you may struggle for seating. The prices are reasonable and in line with other taco places in the area. Ottos has better tortillas and sides, but if you're looking for superior veggie tacos, I'd check out five tacos.",real
15686,"My husband and I always choose a Starr restaurant when dining out.   We do so for the simple fact that we enjoy the concept behind each establishment and tend to know what to expect from the brands standard.   With that said, Il Pittore was our final stop on the tour de Starr.  Why have we waited to dine here you ask? No reason.  Just circumstance, I guess.  However, I do believe that the stars aligned for what occurred last night.  Euphoria. Upon entering this unbelievable reality of what ones vision would be when venturing out to eat, this gem exceeded any expectation I could have had. At our arrival the sheer awesomeness began. Jen, is the epitome of what a host should be, gracious.  Observing her interactions with others and not just us was incredibly warm and her ability to genuinely engage is a quality  most young people do not  have today.   At the bar we encountered Jacob. A knowledgable young man with a quality of reserve that just came natural.  At times this can be a trait which could be considered cold but he mastered it with a knack of confident air that was not off putting but gentle. What was about to happen next is unfortunately a rarity. I state this because I have worked in all areas of the house and know that this exceptional quality comes only so often to a restaurant.  Many strive for it and work at it however, it is only naturally embedded in a select few, from my experience anyway. Service. Kevin, has the ability to serve. Some may see this quality in a negative light.  This is by far the most noble quality any human-being can possess. Knowledgable without arrogance.  Respectful without doting. Attentive without annoyance.  I felt as I had known him forever and yet he was not too familiar.  His affinity for others to have ""the experience"" could not be seen by the naked eye because the level of skill was almost hypnotic.  I find that it was my privilege to be in his presence because of the deep respect and love for his craft was just that apparent.   He has a way to make one of the hardest jobs seem so effortless and I believe it is because of love. Of course the food speaks for its self. A million thank yous to the chef and team that went above and beyond to make our tastings and experience that more enjoyable.   I firmly believe the concept is to have greatness and love in your offerings and people will undoubtably come.  However, it is service that will create a bonding relationship to last a restaurants lifetime.  Last night that bond was created. The Painter and I are now family forever. Bravo!",fake
11085,"Elm Street I heart you too. Its called BBQ II not sure where BBQ I is located if it exist at all. Whole Chickens, Salmon, Ribs, Shrimp and garlic all complimented with Rice add some fries, if one so chooses. Te churrasco meats are done well here. This is more of a takeout place. They do have a dining area, very small. They charge extra to dine in Now Elm Street's Freddy Kruger chicken will make you have sweet dreams never, ever nightmare's street sits around the corner from McWhotters. There is definite Churrasco war in the iron bound having so Many spots you cannot go wrong with here. I am not sure of what seasoning they use. However it consists of an extreme amount of flavor in every bite. The smell will lure you in.",real
29803,"Always was an awesome spot till about two years ago. Silk was always my go to Thursday night spot then it got pretty ghetto. The djs are amazing and they will have you dancing all night, that's if you don't pass out from the horrible stench of the hood ratchets twerking.",real
14642,"Came here on a balmy summer day after a long day of walking around Philly. Jess N. and I were planning on getting dinner at a popular cheese steak joint (major mistake) so we just wanted something small here. We ended up sharing a flat bread pizza that had arugula, sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese. It was perfectly crispy, bitter and tangy. I accompanied it with a yummy glass of Riesling. One of the other tables had a dog with them and their waiter brought out a bowl of water for the dog which I thought was very nice. Our waitress was nice too and brought us water as well. We cooled off, filled up and continued our journey across Philly.",real
9637,"Feels very much like Europe. It has that old world feel to it. A bit stuffy, definitely pricey. Did breakfast. A cup of coffee $6 - no refills!",real
24613,Such a cozy environment where we sat  down and relaxed waiting for food with the football game playing. We ordered a breakfast burger each and was amazed how delicious and filling this burger was. The fries are yummy as well. It's was filling even for a big stomach I have so its worth every penny!!,real
34382,"Excellent. I went there on a random thursday moning I happened to wake up early, and took a couple books with me. The food was awesome, the servers were very cheerful, (but not the fake, nauseating kind of cheerful), and the vibe was exquisite. It was just such a NICE, happy place. There were people with dogs, a healthy portion of bubbly couples, dads with their kids, and tattooed bikers sitting side by side with cute old ladies. And a few girls in beautiful sundresses heh heh :D Oh yeah, and the food was killer. I had the eggs benedict - awesome spices on the hollondaise, crisp, buttery english muffin... eggs poached to perfection..... ulllllgghhh. The hashbrowns and peppers were interesting too - perfectly browned outside and soft moist inside, with a myriad of delicious spices. Definitely gets 5 stars from me. Can't wait to try everything else on the menu!",fake
39451,"I first went here for Valentine's Day many years ago.  She's gone, but I still go to Bistro Les Amis regularly.  Very friendly service, I've never felt rushed.  A lot of good food but some of my favorites would be the duck over wild rice, the gnocchi, the salad with the warm goat cheese and best dessert by far is the blueberry crumble.  Lunch is also quite solid.  Nice spot, unpretentious spot in SoHo/W Village area.",real
42889,"So here's how I judge a specialty place like this. This place is renowned for its chocolate. Therefore, if you're going to overcharge for it, it better be close to some of the best chocolate I've ever had. And quite honestly, although there was nothing bad about the chocolate here, I would take Ghiradelli over it. But that's just me. The dinner options reminded me of an upscale chain which is to say good but not special. I did like the spicy grilled chicken pizza and the 5 cheese macaroni very much. But I'm not going to say that they're doing anything special or gourmet here. The chocolate hazelnut milkshake, quite good. But I'd ignore one if a Nifty Fifty's or Franklin Fountain milkshake were next to it. Bottom line is that there is nothing wrong here and I can see why people like it. But it's a gimmicky place that is a little too overhyped.   It would be 4 stars if it were 20% cheaper to eat here.",real
9316,"I'm a fan.  Went here for my girl's birthday because she's somewhat Filipino, and loves the pork.  A glance at the menu will tell you that everything except the chickpea appetizer and the deserts has pork in it, so I was excited to see if as a vegetarian if I was going to eat chickpeas all night, or if Pig and Khao was going to hook it up for me.  We made a reservation and had no problem getting seated as we arrived on time.  Restaurant is cute and what you would expect to find in LES; my table enjoyed the 90's throwback rap music playing all night.  For drinks I would recommend the red wine sangria ($10) because it was strong and not overly sweet, and the Sweet & Sour Cilantro Soda ($5) which my whole table LOVED and everyone wished P&K had an alcoholic version on the menu.  The food is served family style with dishes brought out as they are ready, so dinner is kind of a free for all. - The Spiced Chickpeas ($3) were good and crunchy, but I'm not sure I'd order this again.   - Chinese Sausage Salad ($9) was reported to be spicy, and everybody enjoyed wrapping the ground pork in the lettuce wraps.  One of our party doesn't usually eat pork, but was able to try this dish because she said it looked like ground chicken, and she was cool with that.   - Grilled Pork Jowel ($13), was a hit at our table. - Khao Soi ($16, red curry, coconut milk, chicken, egg  noodles, pickled mustard greens, shallots) I was able to substitute the chicken with tofu and was really happy with it.  The soft and crunchy noodles gave the dish a nice contrast of texture and the curry and coconut milk combo was yummy, creamy, and spicy.  I would order this again in a heartbeat.   - Coconut rice ($3) was extremely flavorful.   For desert we had both options: Turon ($8, banana fritter, salted caramel ice cream, chocolate sauce) and HALO-HALO ($8, shaved ice, leche flan, ube ice cream, macapuno, pinipig) and while both were good, I loved the Turon because fried bananas + salty ice cream = Bliss.  The Halo-Halo  had some great textures in it and I really liked the rice crispy pieces, but the shaved ice component made it a little too chilly to comfortably eat, which was true for just about everyone at my table. I'm gonna recommend P&K for vegetarians because I really enjoyed my meal.  Our waiter was so nice about customizing a dish for me and answered all my ""is it cooked in chicken broth?"" type questions, and even gave me 3 or 4 options from the menu which could be made vegetarian or pescatarian.  The menu is relatively small, so to have as many options as I did was truly impressive.  Service throughout the meal was wonderful, our waiter was great, our water cups were refilled constantly, and I really couldn't think of anything I did not like.  And this brings me to the bill, usually the sad part of the evening.  Coming in at a very reasonable $43 per person (including tip) and we were all stuffed, this has to be the cheapest celebratory dinner I've attended in ages.  I've paid more for brunch and left hungry. 4 stars - food 5 stars - price 5 stars - vegetarian rating for a pork restaurant",real
27863,"hands down, the best pancakes i've had!  it also feels really nice eating in there.  very nice, big and spacious.  very pleasant.  the bacon was so yummy as well!  we had the cheddar waffles but it wasn't as good as i had hoped.  but definitely gonna be a regular at this place.  i love it!  i haven't had breakfast like that in a while so thank you, buttermilk channel!",real
40544,"Great spot. Loved it. Went for a late lunch and it was still pretty packed when we arrived. The margaritas were fantastic. Tried the guacamole and the homemade chips. Yum. Also had the steak tacos and the steak sandwich, both of which rocked. The place was a bit difficult to find as there was no sign out front when we went (we passed right by it originally). But maybe I'm not cool enough.",real
31301,Location is great and the atmosphere is nice. My boyfriend and I go to Caseus every so often. Usually our meals are good but lately I have not been too impressed. I always end up ordering the same thing. We'll be back and hopefully have more options!,real
14784,"Okay, I only stopped in for a quick drink, but I was definitely impressed. I loved the funky, slightly macabre decor (with plenty of naked ladies and an enormous butterfly), and they got extra points for sitting the couplewithbabyinstroller underneath the big boobs picture. The beer selection was unique (some sort of secret ale?) and the bathroom was oddly shaped. I love oddly shaped rooms. And they turned on baseball for me. Good first impression; I will be back!",real
567,"We went here with a group of 11 , they were very accommodating . The sangria was flowing and the food was amazing. Definitely go if you want a good show and good food.",real
14397,"I love Northern Liberties, it never did me wrong....until today. Clearly strolling through N. Liberties and scrolling through yelp....you find many fabulous options for food. Having never been to North Third and lured in by the enormous eagle over their bar, we happily took a seat by the window. A little surprised over entree prices at what looks like a regular old bar, we opted for 2 appetizers. Fish Tacos - SKIP THIS OPTION by all means necessary. Not to be a bitch or anything, but these totally sucked. Two completely flavorless tacos. It was bland fried fish, with cabbage and tons of tarter sauce. It was the furthest thing from a taco I've ever had. Thai Wings - Nice crisp wings is the nicest thing I can say about this plate. They were SMOTHERED in sauce, topped with cilantro and some peanuts. This was ok, just ok. Our plate brought all flat wings, which was kind of odd...I kind of hate those...but I was starving so just let it be. Fries - When the fries are the highlight of your meal there's a problem. We both ordered drinks a martini and a caipirinha that were nicely made. The service was just ok, they check on us once and that's about it. By North Third.....",real
26840,"Excellent. First time I've been here and was blown away. The atmosphere is simply fantastic, and it really sets the tone for the overall experience. All of the staff are very friendly, helpful, and everyone is good looking. The food is simply as good as it gets. All burgers come as either beef, bison, chicken, or veggie, and every single item on the menu (including beverages) are freshly made when you order. The burgers are, in one word, tremendous. Cooked to perfection, nice and juicy, as tasty as you would expect! Lettuce, tomato, onions, and pickles come on the side so you can add whatever toppings you want onto your burger. The fries are top notch too. I definitely enjoyed my experience here, and will certainly come back again, many times!",real
40732,"Ok.. so I may not be completely with the majority here but the experience at Barrio was not what I expected.   First off, my disclosure is blatantly stated here:  I think I may be allergic to tequila as I had a bad reaction to it the night I drank here.  I'm not sure what type of tequila was in the grapefruit magarita but it didn't do me any wonders.  I'll spare you the details but I woke up itchy and apparently my body was rejecting whatever I ingested.  Tip: If you're allergic to tequila, don't do it! Booo hoooooo Barrio.   Michelada was the best thing we ordered.... highly recommend. The two types of tacos we got were good... one was the calamari and the other a fish.  The calamari added dimension and texture to the otherwise bland taco.  So I didn't partake in the 3 cup condiments bestowed upon us... okay my fault.  Tip:  try the condiments or you'll be eating unseasoned food!   Please learn from my mistakes folks or you'll remember Barrio Chino the same way I can't forget it.",real
22970,"Finally got the chance to try this place for a family member's birthday. Got there at about 8pm on a Friday night, hostess said there was an hour wait, but we ended up getting in in about 30-45. Perfect atmosphere for group outings, but wouldn't recommend it for one on one due to the noise level. Great outdoor seating with salsa, bachata, meringue blazing in the background. Loved the idea of BYOB and the ability to mix it with their white and red sangria juices and different mojito flavors. (There's a liquor store a hop and a skip down the block if you forget to bring. Great Cuban tapas selections to try from. As far as entrees I think the Pargo (fried whole red snapper) is a must. Definitely was great, but I love any whole fish to be honest. Only complaint was the wait staff seemed a little rushed, but I can't blame them due to the amount of patrons were there. Grab a group of friends and roll out for a good time. PACK THE LIQUOR!!!",real
39120,"Absolutely fantastic. I used Dining In to try both the Chicken Pesto sandwich and the Pork with mushroom sauce sandwich. Both were hands down the best meatballs I've ever tasted and I come from an Italian background. A lot of people complain that $9 is too much for one of these subs, but frankly A) This is Philadelphia and B) The quality is out of this world. I don't see the issue here. I've paid $7.50 for meatball subs that taste like crap so whats $1.50 more for the best I've ever tasted? As far as the chicken vs. pork meatballs, I'd have to say the chicken was outstanding and the quality of meat was superb (no cartilage or pieces parts inside like most). All in all a definite must-eat!",real
8146,"Believe the hype. One of the finest restaurants in the EV. Came in as a singleton on a busy Saturday night and they suggested the ""communal table."" Investigated further and was presented with a huge curving marble table in the back with a few clustered diners and lots of space. Picked a solo spot and was immediately presented with food and wine menus by a gorgeous and extremely efficient Greek woman. Went for a beef carpaccio salad with Greek cheese strips and was most impressed by the freshness and subtlety, and the recommended wine was not half bad. The pistachio encrusted striped bass with some kind of eggplant side formed into shape with a little ramekin was damn fine. The fish was fresh and cooked to absolute perfection. As a longtime fisherman in local waters, the taste brought me back to many happy evenings after a day's angling with friends. But the real capper here was simple pita bread. They plopped down a basket of super warm homemade bread pieces covered by a thick napkin accompanied by an eggplant tapanade for schmeering. Fantastic. The thick napkin kept the bread warm for 20 mins. This is the first time I've given an East Village restaurant 5 stars. These folks really know food, and their choreography and timing are impeccable.",real
43394,"You're not a real Philly native if you think Pat's or Geno's is the best. That just makes you a follower because Pat's and Geno's are good but not nearly as good as Dalessandro's. The staff is very friendly. Their cheesesteaks are amazing. They load it with steak which makes it so much better. If you're new in Philly or looking for a new cheesesteak place, Dalessandro's will not disappoint you.",fake
28448,"I've been coming here to eat since I can remember.  Lunch/dinner menu is okay to good, depending on what you order but that's really not the point.  Holsten's homemade ice cream is out of this world (coconut and rum raisin are my favorite) and they give you a huge amount.  I'm pretty sure I've gone their for lunch and just ordered ice cream.  Love it.",real
21800,"What a great and unexpected find. We started with the hummus pizza, and loved every bite of each dish we ordered.",real
39978,"This place is great, if you can get in!!  I'm not fond of waiting around to eat and this place seems to always be packed.  Maybe it's because I only go on weekends, but either way this place rocks!  Everything here is very fresh authentic.  They  also have great margaritas and sangria for right around $10.  I haven't tried everything on the menu but my go to is always the beef tacos.  You can't really go wrong!",fake
31363,ok b here it is girls been askin me to review caseaus an ill do it so here we go caseas is latin for chee - and this place has alot of it!!! is good too - they got all diffrent kinds like soft ones for ur burger (get it RARE with blue chee #VERYRARE haha) and ones that be smellin like garbage for the raclette (HAHA dont think about it doe b bc youl get all sick! no hatin on the raclette its legit jus stinky WOO DAM) they poutine is pretty good too. i mean is jus funny bc poutine is nasty and is like the popeye chicken of quebec so is like irony i guess. also the grilled chee is like classic so i guess eat that too b my cuh got it THEY DO PARTY PLATES FOR WHEN YOU GOT YO HOMIES OVER #ASKFORFIGS!!!!!!!!! also wild young females up in this joint my brueh met this nasty wild shawty there last week i guess u could say she peeled off the rind for him HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH #cheejoke good wine list very pumped regarding selection and taste etc. ok so y only 4 points not 5? its obvius there biggest strength is also... their greates weaknes. this place just wild ironic i guess. dey only got chee!!!!!! chee for lunch chee for dinner chee for breffas! NO PUEDO MAS (#latinoshout out!!!) also v not spacious no vip room :( so its pretty unique but only idiots go here because its gimmicky (I MEAN FROMAGERIE RILLY DOE???? U PLAYIN???? UR NAME IS LATIN 4 CHEE??) so ifu self indentify as a foodie go for it youll captivate yo friends with you tales of cheese #cokedreams,real
41631,"Decent priced drinks, quality food and good comfy seating.. I think they were going to the rustic look (think big thick wood tables, dark color motifs, bench chairs).  And I liked it enough that I'm going for seconds within the same week.  Sounds good right?  I'm a fan!",real
12076,"The full lunch and dinner menu is a bit unsatisfying. However, the lunch special is delicious and an incredible value. 1/4 chicken, salad, a side, and a drink for $10 is a bargain, particularly considering the quality of the food. Get the green sauce. Lots and lots of the green sauce.",real
41609,"When I first came here a year ago, I liked it a lot. It had (and still has) a pretty chill slash casually romantic vibe, somehow even when it's busy on a Friday night. It's a good spot to meet up with friends or a date, with a nice beer selection and a quick & easy walk from the 30th Ave N/Q station. When I came back for dinner and drinks this past weekend, I was a little disappointed. The fried pickles were soggy, as if the pickles were thrown into the fryer with way too much pickle juice still on them. Or maybe they just weren't fried long enough? Either way, they didn't impress. Also, the mac&cheese that seems to get solid reviews wasn't cheesy enough for my taste, though I liked the texture otherwise. I did like my Murphy's Irish Stout and the rest of the beer menu looked good, too! Cocktails are okay - nothing very delicious but also not unfairly priced. I'd say it's worth a visit if you're already on the N/Q or just looking for drinks, but if you want drinks + food there are better locales in the area.",real
10408,This is a very good market to pick up quality items to cook at home or for a prepared take away. The sandwiches are very good and fresh. The salads are also noteworthy. The baked cookies and brownies are always tasteful and moist.,real
2653,"The only thing worst than the steak here are..... I have so many ways to finish that sentence.  Let's see, the prices, the service, the suggestion that English is our official language, and the eyesore it is on the neighborhood.  I think that's the worse one.   Who knew you could use tanning booth lights to decorate you business?  I honestly can't think of any reason to visit here.",real
37597,"The other reviewers are spot on!  I had the sea bass, my girlfriend had the linguini con vongole.  Both supremely excellent.   If you get the sea bass, get the white wine and lemon sauce with it.  I recommend getting a second basket of bread (because you'll likely eat all of the first basket) and dipping it in the sauce along with the meal.  Oh-so delicious.   I think the owner came to our table towards the end of our meal to describe the desserts.  I'm not a fan of tiramisu, so I asked which of his other desserts were good.  He said, ""Okay, I'll pick for you.""  He brought out a nutella cheesecake.  Again, Piccolo got it right - one of the best cheesecakes I've had.  I think they get it from a local bakery - so kudos to them.   Like the other reviewers say, the meatballs are huge.  The couple next to us ordered the meatballs.  I casually peeked over when I could.  I really wish I had a second stomach so I could have eaten another meal.  The ball looked big and juicy, and I could smell the aroma from my seat.  yum!  The lady who ordered it only finished one ball, and I can honestly say I was tempted to ask her for a bite - only because it looked too good to be thrown into a doggy bag.",real
21690,"Don't be fooled by the  fast food like decor / service The food is actually impressive. I got the udon bowl + grilled shrimp and also recommend the sashimi roll. The ice cream sandwich was good, not biggest fan of the coconut cookie;but the actual green tea icecream was great! I also stayed there chatting with 2 friends for about an hour and never once did we feel rushed to leave. I'd come back if I was in the area, great place for a quick affordable dinner. - quality food at fast food prices!",real
1938,"great , first time ever , came from puerto rico and did the taste test , both genos and pat have their unique style and both taste awesome",real
3122,"Super flashy and bright-- can't miss this place. It looked like VEGAS from afar. The cheesesteaks were slightly bigger than Pat's, but the steaks was a bit more saucy which made it soggy and drippy. The bread was alot softer compared to Pat's.  I don't live in philly, but i thought this place wasn't too shabby! I think i like Pat's better though. Review for Pat's will come soon. :-D",real
5783,"R.B. ARE YOU KIDDING!!!  You must have little dining experience in the area if you don't realize that JO JO's is WAY under estimated and under-valued.  We have been empty nesters for many years and go out most every night to eat.  Everything from RATS to taco bell; from the Grotto in Newtown to Havanna's in New Hope; from POD or Morton's in Philly to Tavern on the green in NYC.  We have met people at the bar that drove from NYC to have pizza at Jo Jo's because it was so good - truth!!  The fish is always fresh and perfectly cooked.  The vodka rigatoni is BEYOND COMPARE - nothing even comes close!!  The mussels are meaty and never sandy. Simple things like their mini tacos are awesome.  Try a chicken parmigiana sandwich or their eggplant parmigiana sandwich (without the bread - my preference) is like my mother cooked.  Jo Jo's special chicken is just AMAZING!!! Their desserts - well their desserts are --- fantastic - try the brownie Sunday - enough for 4 people.   Their drinks are well worth it!!  Not a 1/2 shot like other area bars.  Mary Ellen has been a bartender in the area for quite a while, can handle any number of patrons, and makes a fantastic drink!!  Even the entertainment is fun (though I don't like the Karaoke czar and his groupies on Wednesdays).  The ONLY area where they could improve is their beef purveyor.  It is good but not a Ruth Chris / Marsha Brown / KC Prime.  I prefer thick cuts.   SO I must assume that you enjoy Applebees or Charlie Brown's routinely or else you would realize that Jo JO's is central Jersey's secret hot spot. Our 2 cents, M&M",fake
4843,"This has to be one of the best diners in the world.  Let's face it, how many places cater to you while you are standing outside in line.  They bring you coffee and tea, cookies, sausage, oranges, strawberries and whipped cream...all while waiting in line.  Then you get seated and the fun begins.  Huevos Rancheros is one of my favorites, gooey with egg, cheese and salsa.  The best turkey bacon on the face of the earth.  The staff is always friendly and you are waited on immediately.  I have never had a bad meal here!!  GUS, you rock!",real
30568,Juventino was suggested by a neighborhood local with whom I had a business/lunch meeting. And it was delish. Had the beef tongue Huarache which was truly delightful. We were brought a sensational winter beet salad app gratis which was also tasty and much appreciated. (in what other industry are you expected to give your wares away for free except the restaurant biz?) We lingered for over 2hrs. Service was attentive without being smothering. We sat in the sundrenched front of the room. Really recommend Juventino for sure.,real
10492,"If you're in Brooklyn and looking for excellent Indian food, look no further. My husband and I were in from out of town and happened upon this place thanks to the other Yelp reviews. We had the samosa, chicken tikka masala, the chicken briyani, nan, and the cucumber raita. So delicious! The interior of the restaurant is nice, dimly lit, and clean. It's small and intimate. The waitstaff was outstanding; incredibly attentive and friendly. I also got the impression that they do an excellent take out service. Overall, it was a great experience and we will definitely come back next time we're in town.",fake
46472,Love SCRATCH.  I Buy their products almost everymorning at my local coffee shop.  My favorite: Rosemary Scones.   Why only 3 stars for a a company I love....HAIR!   There has been an increase of hair being baked into the goods.  So Gross.  Seriously all...cover your arms - cover your heads - maybe trim the beards!  But please please stop shedding all over the prep area!,real
17670,Cute place.  Had super high expectations. Should've got the pancakes...but went for dinner instead of breakfast. Slow service. It was an empty Tuesday night and our meals took 45+ mins - no apology for the wait from our server. Overpriced gross fish tacos. Husband loved the port chop. Maybe would return to try brunch - the pancakes did look so good.,real
48152,"Cons: The stuff here is expensive enough that you'd expect 3 fish to feed maybe 5000 Pros: I guess they can only command so high a price because this is the freshest fish you can get in the Princeton area. I regularly buy from their prepared food menu as well because any time anyone wants to go to Hoagie Haven, I pop over here instead. To date, my favorite experience was when I ordered one special sandwich, and they gave me two with fries by accident. However, most things are fresh and still fast-foody enough to be satisfying. Their fish is sometimes sushi grade, depending on the day. I've had it many times, with no health problems, so at this point, I think that the fish they tell you is fresh enough to eat raw is indeed fresh enough",real
29388,"Two great things about this restaurant is the small intimate feel and THE DRINKS. The drinks were out of this world good. It's not gonna be one of those drinks where you can get drunk on, but it's the kind where you sip a little at a time staring at their skylight. Mind you, the place is TINY. It is NOT good for crowds, so this the time where you discriminate against friends and bring the ones you like to your reservation! Ah kakakakakaka. The food was good, but not great. The only dish I really liked was the uni rice balls? Is that the name of it? Whatever, just don't quote me on it. At least not out of context please. :) I had a pretty good experience and would love to go back for a drink or two, but it is so hard to get a reservation! One month and only a two hour stay! Sigh, it makes sense. Otherwise I would stay there all night long!",real
6458,"On any weekend when school is in session there will be a line out Lou's door and a 40 minute wait. No worries, you can get a seat at EBAs. The reason, horrifically bad food. How this place stays in business is beyond me.",fake
34547,"There is always a wait for brunch and I happily sit in it.  Brunch is great, BYO, and the service is fast.  We are normally a larger group and our food comes out timely, hot, and delicious.",real
24560,"GREAT Beer!  Food is ok, super University City Crowd",real
11483,Very yum,real
45501,"Really yummy brunch.  It's no Clinton Street Baking Co., but hey what is?  Great service and food.  Their AC could use a little work - it drips randomly from the ceiling and they've got people running around wiping the ceiling with towels on the end of a pole (seriously, what the heck?).  But the food is good!",real
49688,"Nice ambiance, a cozy rustic setting with soft lighting and candle light. Good for a romantic dinner date or a night out with friends. The homemade pasta is very tasty. Everyone at our table was very satisfied with their entree. They have an assortment of classic cocktails and some unique original ones on the drink menu. I highly recommend the basil gin cocktail! Delicious! Our waiter was extremely nice too. I took one star away because it is a bit pricey for pasta. Overall though, nice place.",real
21715,"Soo many amazing reviews, I guess I just had a bad experience, portions were small, food was nothing that special. Maybe we need to head back again.",fake
9147,"We were looking for something different to do for dinner and a different locale on this biz trip, so we decided on the LES.  Hadn't been down there in a while.  It's not easy to get down there from the UWS if you're trying to avoid taking a cab.  Lots of obscure lettered trains (take the 3 to 14th, walk over to the F, etc., etc.) and switching, walking through tunnels and trains stopping for all kinds of crazy reasons.  All of which happened to me on Thursday night.  In the end for me? That made it all the more cool. I ventured from the Delancey Street station into the 10 degree night over to Clinton Street.  I was struck by how much the area reminded me of Alphabet City a very long time ago.  Industrial storefronts mixed with small, high-end fashion storefronts and cool up and coming restaurants.  I actually walked right by Pig & Khao due to my interest in all the other interesting things going on around me.  It's a small place. I hiked it back to the restaurant and was greeted by a gorgeous hostess who was graciously understanding about my tardiness and offered me a drink while I waited for my date.  I ordered an ""FTP"" appleton vx, cognac, peach, cinnamon bark....so good I proceeded to have more than I could count. Once seated, we chose the chef's five course tasting menu.  I was a little resistant because I was sure I wanted to have the Grilled Pork Jowl dish and wasn't sure we'd get it.  Our waiter assured us we'd get it. Amuse bouche: ....kind of a fried shrimp with a salsa and creamy, spicy sauce which definitely amused my bouche. Fried Blue Point Oysters with a garlic, ginger, chilies and lime- juice dipping sauce. I like oysters, but when I saw fried oysters, I was a little hesitant.  Once I put one in mouth, I instantly changed my mind.  The combination of the texture and the dipping sauce was sensational. Grilled Pork Jowl brussel sprouts, toasted rice, lime-chili, fish sauce, herbs. The pork was tender and flavorful and the brussel sprouts were more shaved than sprouts and they were cooked just the way I liked them...slightly sautéed/burned.  The whole dish had a citrus finish. Coconut Rice: Can't say enough about the coconut rice.  Never had it before....Now if I'm going to eat white rice at home (and I don't do that often), I'm going to find out how to make it.  It has to be the best white rice I've ever eaten. BBQ Chicken: The chicken was tender and hot and the barbecue sauce was tangy and spicy.  It wasn't your typical BBQ chicken.  Can't put my finger on it, so to speak, but it definitely had a Filipino flair to it. Khao Soi: Red curry, coconut milk, chicken, egg noodles, pickled mustard greens, shallots.  I almost wish they'd served this first.  I love soup and I love noodles.  By the time this arrived, my little stomach was nearly full. Even though this is family style and we shared everything, the plates were ample...we were at our limit.  The curry was out of this world.  The soup was rich and thick, the noodles were flavorful...it was one of the highlights. Turon: banana fritter, salted caramel ice cream, chocolate sauce. So freakin good.  The ice cream really was salted...perfect amount of salt to complement the sweetness of the fritters. In addition to the menu, the classy staff and the overall feel of the restaurant, they played a cool rotation of music that just topped off the package.  One of my new faves in NYC.",real
40972,"My girlfriend took me here for my birthday. Just awesome service from the enterance to the table. Food one word. Yuummmy, inside wine store is excellent place to get educated on wine selections.",real
44500,"Lovely interior, great service, solid drinks, cool area. what more could you ask?",real
22723,"Many people take the little things for granted. Cuban Pete's is warn, inviting and has a great deal of authenticity. This place is also incredibly clean! The food never disappoints. Apps are great and entrees are mouth watering with very generous portions.",fake
39704,The bus boys were very good & attentive. It's a shame I can't say the same about the wait staff. You practically have to grab the waitress by the arm to get her attention. You want a water? No problem! You have to get up from your seat and walk up to the beverage station to ask for a refill because the waitress won't come around to ask you for one herself. I think this place is more suited as a deli as opposed to being a restaurant. This is a pretty good place to order a burger from if you enjoy eating hockey pucks. Especially the sirloin angus burger. Burnt charcoal goodness. Brutal.,real
44609,"We stopped in for breakfast, not sure what to expect. I was very impressed with the food. We got breakfast sandwiches and an omlet. The bagels here are very good and the quality of the food is fresh and tasty. The price was actually very reasonable. I am deffinetly coming back again.",real
44172,"We went here for lunch in Valentines weekend. The place was super cozy! From our table we could see the snow falling in little Italy and the Main Street. Really nice. Service was incredible. Italian Americans serving the place, and an authentic Italian place to dine. The food was also a surprise because for the price, it was really good and tasty. We will be surely going back and recommend it to anyone wanting to have an excellent Italian meal while not spending too much.",fake
39421,"why did this place get such high reviews? i don't get it. nothing on the menu that we ordered stood out to me. while the service was good (props to them for that), i'm basing my review on the food. it's kind of a small spot on the corner with a small outdoor dining area. our basket of bread was a bit burnt, but we were hungry and it did come with French butter after all. the little gravy bowl filled with salty olives was kind of delightful. they kept our glasses of water filled. much appreciated. however, our main dishes left something more to be desired. my filet mignon was ok. caramelized onions were sweet. steak was tender, but I've had better. my cousin's hangar steak was also eh. my aunt's salad, she enjoyed most of it but even she wasn't too enthusiastic about the overall meal. we ordered other items but i can't even remember what they were. i guess it just wasn't that memorable for us.",real
130,"Loved the value of this over-stuffed burrito.  It filled me up for an even $6!   The quality was excellentl!  Ordered a basic chicken burrito which was loaded with chicken, black beans (not refreid beans :)) whole grain rice (not white rice :)) cabbage, a little cheese and a bunch of other stuff.  The tortilla was fresh, chewy and warm. My only complaint is that I like a messy Burrito where all the sour cream and guac and pico comes squirting out with each bite and this item didn't have much of a sauce on it. The only thing that fell out of it was rice and beans.   I am sure I could have asked for a side of the saucey stuff. Next time I will ask him to put extra into the burrito itself, but then he may not be able to fold the darn thing!!! Definitely recommend this place!  You won't be disappointed.",real
45097,"Sooo adorable! Reasonable prices, nice menu selection. I highly suggest outdoor seating!",fake
12544,"Want to spend $21 and feel like a baller? Here's a step-by-step guide: 1) Find two friends who concur with the notion of ""Let's ball out."" 2) Order one (1) ceviche and the Matador Combo 3) Be blown away by the melty-velvety glory of what seemed like Peruvian sashimi 4) Laugh hysterically at how effing lucky you are when the waiter lays down plate after plate of citrusy salad, subtle french fries with lil' baby snausages, GLORIOUS spiced and tender chicken (a lot of it), fried plantain things with a sweet garlic dipping sauce that reminds me of other 'crack sauces' across the world, rice and beans that are very much alive...oh, and the creamy green sauce they bring! Dip your fries in that, as well as the sweet garlic sauce that comes with the plantains. 5) Laugh you're head off because you are LUCKY. Twenty-one dollars without drinks including tip. The ambiance is moving and celebrity-like, in my humble, cheap, scrapping-by opinion.",real
42956,We went for lunch a few weeks ago. I wasn't impressed.  I would not rush back for a meal.....maybe for a chocolate desert or fun chocolate drink.,real
21613,"So this spot opened up while I was working in Chelsea, practically next to my job. I came in to try something other than Mexicue (a gem) for once. This is the first Kobe beef burger I've tried (or imitation of, given the traditionalists) I have tried Kobe Beef Burgers at two other spots since coming here. The burger is divine, I'm not going to overplay or underplay it, but it leaves you craving for more. The biggest reason for this is the size, the thing is a little bigger than a slider; a very expensive slider. But look, it's not always about the quantity or the price, sometimes you want to experience something special, something of truly spectacular quality. While this may not be extraordinary, it is leagues above other burgers in the area (I'm looking at you 5 Guys). It's also the first place that introduced me to sweet potato fries, before they became a craze, and their, teriyaki ketchup is UNMATCHED by any special sauce this side of the sun (only Blue Collar surpasses it). As if the special sauce wasn't enough, their sweet potato fries have crumbles of panko on them. This makes them even more delicious, no one else does that (except for me when I make them at home). They also serve sushi, but honestly, I would never eat sushi at a place that handles uncooked meat and neither should you; I don't care how careful they are. If you want sushi, go to a sushi restaurant.",real
8628,"I just heard that the chef left.  If you've been there since he left, what do you think?  Is it still wonderful?",real
19877,Long line for just ok cheesesteaks. We tried a chicken and a steak one. The bread was a little soft and soggy but the meat was tender. Obviously when you smother it with whiz it is ten times better. Fries were crispy.,real
36486,"We, a lover and a madman, had an opportunity to try exactly one place in Philadelphia before our flight. Cosmic coincidence drove us to try this establishment which clearly fit our personalities perfectly. We are glad we did! Our quiches were the most fluffy and well made we've had in a long while. The espresso did its magic and we were energized for the flight ahead. We look forward to returning!",real
23794,"Decent place to eat that breaks the norm for us. Pros: cute, well branded, smells wonderful, the homemade tortilla chips and the mild salsa is literally the best salsa I've ever tasted. Staff is EXTREMELY friendly. Impossible cake is so so yummy. We received a free sample. You also get free chips and salsa while you wait for your food. Cons: small/cramped, no waiter service, plastic plates/utensils, only cans of soda and bottled water, all food is pre-prepared and nuked when you order it (you can hear the microwave). Music is kind of loud to the point where the bass rings in your ears. The food is definitely tasty but it would be a million times better if they made it fresh to order. Wish there was a fountain for drinks and real plates & utensils. This food might be better enjoyed as takeout. I'm on a mission to get some of the mild salsa and chips to go. We aren't local. I can't see us making the hour trip just to come back, but if we did, it's for the salsa and impossible cake!",real
5351,"I stopped in here for a quick dinner after work yesterday, and it was pretty good! This was my first vegan hot dog, and it was definitely not the faux-meat taste some vegan hamburgers and sausages can have. I chose a California Dreamin-there was plenty of avocado and it was good, but I think I'll go spicier next time. If you have any sort of allergy or food restriction, Underdogs was super accommodating which I really appreciate. Make sure to get the combo here-the fries are super salty and it's a huge portion for the extra $2/3.",real
2878,"I'm not going to lay down esoteric comments about a cheesesteak  since it's not a pretentious food. I'm a Philly native that had never had the Geno's experience. Shameful as it may be, I've finally joined the club. In short: Delicious, soft bread layered with thin slices of steak, whiz, and chopped onions. The perfect ""junk"" food for a cold Saturday. The line moved quickly and we managed to avoid getting yelled at by putting our order in correctly. I didn't think the fries were anything special - good, but I'd probably skip them next time. I was surprised at how much I like the mix of flavors considering whiz just seems disgusting on any other food. I can see why these steaks are the cuisine of choice for tipsy college kids.",real
27891,"Oh. My. Gawwwwwd as Joey Styles, the wrestling announcer legend would say. By far the best restaurant I have been to in Brooklyn is now Buttermilk Channel. The reviews do not lie and even Sam Sifton of the New York Times notes that Buttermilk Channel is a destination point for those venturing from Manhattan. Literally, as other reviewers noted, everything on the menu is good. Breaded oysters were prepared perfectly and had the right amount of flavor and that natural, oyster taste that can be killed sometimes when restaurants overbread them. I went with the chicken liver, an acquired taste but served on toast and with grapes, it was a filling portion that you have to try. The liver was smooth and spread easily so it was almost more of a butter. I recommend washing it down with a Captain Lawrence draft beer. The wheat like taste worked well with the southern comfort food and filling portions. My family ordered duck meatloaf and the bay scallops which they destroyed. Do not hold back on this food as it will be gone before you know it and if you're not careful your plate will be missing items too. I chose the steak prepared medium rare, which I am finding out to be much better than medium. Again, a great steak and the accompanying sides and sauces are a carnivore's delight. I event ordered a course of hush puppies for the table served with a very fatty but tasty dipping sauce just because when I see hush puppies and I'm eating in a southern restaurant, I order them. It's a party foul not too. Saving room for desert, I went with the apple crumb with cream cheese. I don't know why the south is so good at sweets but this was the perfect way to finish a great meal. Overall the service was very quick although the typical busboy bringing out food and putting the wrong plate in front of everyone happened. The menu pretty much leads you to order and so we didn't really ask for any opinion, although the desert special was a recommendation we went with and enjoyed. As we arrived and began eating at 6:30 pm, the place was filled up with couples and families by 7/7:15 and got considerably louder. I recommend arriving early for a big meal and then going elsewhere as there doesn't appear to be much around the area except Prime Meats down the block for a cocktail. Overall, there is no better restaurant in Brooklyn in my opinion and all other restaurants will now be judged by this experience.",real
6607,"i love coming here with my girlfriends on weeknights and weekends!  the atmosphere is great and the crowd is hip.  the martinis are creative and a bunch of them taste like candy.  of course they'll make strong drinks too and traditional drinks if you want, but i like the really sweet ones the most.",fake
997,"Having seen this restaurant on TV numerous times as one of the ""musts"" to try when in Phildelphia, I was totally disappointed with the food. Now, don't get me wrong, the cheese steak wasn't horrible, but it is HIGHLY OVERRATED!!! I have certainly had waaaaay better cheesesteaks from sub shops across America. There was absolutely nothing that wowed me!!! I drove almost hour to get a mediocre sandwich with an attitude and nowhere to sit. If you are in the area, stop through and get a descent meal, but DO NOT make a special trip...you will be disappointed.",fake
7581,Food and atmosphere were just perfect. Artichoke appetizer amazing. Probably the best Greek meal I have ever eaten.,fake
38035,"Wanna know what's better than their amazing food? Being open 24 hrs and having a place to fulfill my munchies after a night out. And, all the waitresses are really friendly too. Must try: -probably all their soondubus but I usually get the mixed one with seafood and beef -haemul pajeon -Bi Bim Bob -jap chae -daehji bul go gi (if you like spicy foods) or galbi SO YUMMY!",fake
6239,"I often write verbose reviews, however that is not required in this instance: Pair appalling management, dreadful service and woefully mediocre food and you have a recipe for disaster. The premise is not bad, in theory: A restaurant with a large outdoor seating area on Flatbush serving familiar barbecue favorites? Sounds good to me. The problems, however, begin when you walk through the door whereupon the host put us to the side and helped three other groups of people before seating us. The service was slow (several groups that arrived well after us, received their food before us) and the ambiance...well there was none to speak of. The food itself was abysmal when compared to places like Fette Sau and Mighty Quinn's -- completely different leagues. The brisket was dry and barely edible, the pulled pork was really mediocre. Have you had the pulled pork sandwich from Juniper? Compare the two products and get back to me. The mac and cheese from The Elbow Room was the best thing we ate, by a considerable margin, though it wasn't spectacular and it certainly wasn't schlepp-worthy, considering the price for a rather small portion. Conclusion: As far as barbecue goes, all one expects is honest to goodness flavorful and tender meat. Morgan's Barbecue failed to deliver in that regard. With music blaring at obnoxious levels, service that leaves plenty to be desired and food that falls short of its competitors, one should hop on the train and dash to a purveyor of consistently good fare.",real
2642,"The flare of the place is awesome, and the history is too, but they rush you, the cheesesteaks are small, and the fact that you have to pay cash is really 1970's. Don't get me wrong, the steaks don't taste bad, but there are so many other places that i've experienced better in philly. If this was in Cleveland, or Miami, i'd give it a 4 or 5 star, but for philly, it's just mediocre. Saying all that...if you are in the area, you have to stop by and taste test between Pat's and Geno's...one of each!",real
32712,"Americana is really a restaurant that has a few diner booths, big desserts, and bfast all day.  It is supercrowded dinners & weekend bfast.  At diners I stick to diner food, but here I've tried some veggie entree, crepes, etc.  Some tables for two are jammed in so if you get a loudtalker next to you, yuk.  Has a martini bar.  I just had bananas foster waffles, really good.  Waiter did not really speak to us or smile.",real
16834,"I arrived at 0915 on a Sunday.  Was seated at 1000.  Tried the ""famous"" blueberry pancakes, honey bacon and a filter coffee. Meh..good, but nothing spectacular.  Best part was the maple butter.  I would have been seriously upset if I had waited for 3 hours... that was the wait time that people arriving at 1030 were being told.  Don't believe the hype over this place.",real
46598,"I came here for lunch a while ago with my sister and had a lovely time. I was a little surprised at the price range of this place, given that the decor and the type of food of this place doesn't seem that high end or of 'fine dining' caliber. If I had some money to spare, and I wanted a relaxing, beautiful, yet casual meal, I'd come here - especially for a girl-friends date. My sister and I shared the crispy artichokes for our appetizer. It wasn't very large, from what I remembered, but it was delicious, especially the lemony sauce it came with. It wasn't such a let down that the appetizer was small though, since we ordered a whole pizza to share between the two of us. It came out on a silver pizza platter, which the waitress balanced on an large, antique-y looking tomato can. I'm not sure why - perhaps to save table space - but it was still a charming presentation. We had a pizza with cippolini on it, so I'm assuming it's the mushroom pizza. It was great! We loved all the ingredients together on it, and we demolished the entire thing. For dessert, we shared an affagato - I think vanilla ice cream in espresso, if I remember correctly. It was a fitting end to the meal. We came when it was not so busy and when the weather was lovely enough to sit outside, to be in full view of the river. Maybe avoid if it gets packed. I would definitely bring a few girls here for brunch or lunch on a beautiful day to have a laid back yet classy meal.",real
12637,"Been here 5 times.  Excellent food and drinks and decent portion sizes.   Downsides - gets VERY loud in the main dining area.  Better for a group than a romantic evening.  Also, the main course don't come with any sides, so be prepared to shovel out an additional $6.00 if you want fries/rice/tostones.",real
38695,What a gem of a restaurant. Food is always good and fresh. One of the best Sambhars I have had in NJ. There is a large variety of Dosas and chutneys. Service is very friendly. This place is unpretentious and homely.,real
9310,"Came here to pig out (literally!) with Lama after a long crazy day.  We started with some $1 happy hour beers and ordered the pork jowl, sizzling sisig, khao soi with some coconut rice on the side and the lamb ribs.   The 3 small plates were excellent, in particular I liked the sizzling sisig and how it was served on sizzling plate with a raw egg that was to be cooked by the heat from the plate and then mixed in with the tasty bits of pork.  The lamb ribs were a bit fatty for my liking, but came with a side of yogurt, pickled beets and a small wheat wrap to roll it all up in. There was no room left for dessert in the end.",real
34294,"Awesome, just awesome.  My girlfriend took me there for my birthday this year and between the food and beer selections, I hope she takes me there next year.  She had the fish taco's which were made from Tilapia and I had some sort of steak that would have been about two feet long if it was unrolled - no joke.  Make sure that you don't pig out on the chips before you're appetizers and en trees come out! The atmosphere was amazing.  If you've ever been to Disney World and ate at one of the country's restaurants in Epcot (i.e., Mexico, Germany, Italy, etc.), one thing that makes them great is how well it's decorated and how much it resembles the country.  Cantina's got it down when it comes to the atmosphere and our server was extremely cool with menu suggestions.",real
27047,"American Retro is a great place to grab a bite and a brew.  Located right near the Daily Show with John Stewart, the place gets pretty busy between 2:30-4:30 with Daily Show audience members (us included).  The staff take good care of these guests and ensure that everyone's tabs are paid up and customers do not miss their show. Tots, tots, and more tots.  We enjoyed the Chili Cheese Tots, Mac & Cheese, and Chicken Fingers.  Food was delicious, typical bar fare.  Our server kept us full on waters and beers throughout our stay.  There was no pressure to leave as we hung out for 2 hours.",real
1286,Geno's is where it's at... awesome hot sauce,fake
37543,"I have lived in NYC for 5 years and I have never been to a restaurant as authentic, delicious and comfortable as this one. I am SO OVER the glossy, polished ""faux"" Italian that are what so many places are serving these days, Piccolo Angelo offered the true experience of dining in a little family run restaurant in Italy, but in the village.",real
3329,"Love this place. BYOB right off rittenhouse, with a relatively simple menu that offers all of the Thai basics. You have the choice of any meat to add to any of the rice/noodle/curry dishes, and the service is fast. Cute little intimate enviornment... And the owner and his wife work diligently to ensure you are a satisfied customer. 1 app + 2 entrees = about $35. Can't go wrong... I recommend the red curry with shrimp and the green curry mussels as an app. Can't wait to go back.",real
10907,"I would love to rate them higher but I'm consistently not getting what I order when I get delivery from Grub Hub.  The food, when you actually get what you order is good.  I just wish they could get their act together on the weekends.  Delivery is NOT the way to go.",fake
41806,"Let's get real:   I love that it isn't an obnoxious sports bar--that there's good draft beer and equally good cocktails, and that there's a small outdoor area. It's crowded enough that seating a large-ish party might be hard, but you dont need to send the smallest (or biggest) person in your party to lead the way to a less crowded area. That said, I wish that they'd expand the menu a bit. Yes, the burgers are great, but the rest of the menu just leaves me wanting more. A friend and I lucked out that it was a chillier night so the patio, so we owned that space like people would have been at Bohemian Hall (not a bad thing at all!)...basically, I can see it getting a bit cramped with more people in the back. Also, for smokers--you still have to go out front to do your biz.",real
21888,"The food here was great! However, it's best to go with a minimum of 4 people. I say this because you could be sitting at a table with strangers and literally feel like you are on top off them. Very very small place. If your claustrophobic - this is not for you!",real
20203,Great place. Even better wine!,fake
38639,"Hubba-Hubba! God, I love late night eats!  There is nothing better than getting your hands on something delicious and greasy after a night of drinking. (ahem. get your mind outta the gutter already!) The stretch of 2nd street between Brown and Poplar on Friday and Saturday nights is slowly but surely becoming a late night haven for street food.  With the arrival of Pork Dork, the mysterious BBQ chicken man with his homemade sauces, Dapper Dog is the one responsible for starting the trend around here, and for that  I say: Thank you. Delicious dogs. Scrumptious rolls.  Toppings galore.  Woot. Chili? Mac & Cheese? Asparagus? Mashed taters? Egg?  You've got it here. And you can have it on your hot dog.   and after 2 am, you can have anything you want on a roll.  Now that's late night style!",real
25368,"24-7 greasy spoon diner.  I liked going for the nostalgic atmosphere, as it feels like a retro place that would be fun to hang out in.   Food was good, and would probably taste better after a long night out.  I'm too much of an old geezer to stay out late these days, so someone else can verify if this place is good after a night like that.   Bring cash, as that's what they accept.  If you don't have any, there is an ATM in the building that you can use.",real
35873,"After my daughter, who doesn't eat seafood,  raved about the calamari at Blue, I knew I had to give Blue a try. I was delighted with the menu.  The food was fantastic!!  When I told them how my daughter had loved the calamari, they said although that was only on the dinner menu, they would kindly prepare it for myself and my friends. The waitstaff was terrific as well....it all contributed to a wonderful dining experience.....if you're ever on Staten Island, you must visit Blue.  You'll be pleasantly surprised!",fake
23020,"Better ambiance than food and service. Cuban Pete's looks really nice-the back patio, the inside is pretty nice as well. However the poor service and food is taking it back. The waiter I had took over 15 minutes to take my order (being that the restaurant was only half full we were disappointed) and other problems such as drink refills were late as well. On a better note the food is pretty good. We started out with the chicken lollipops (great appetizer) then afterword got the flank steak. The steak was really chewy and not cooked to the right color as I asked. Also the rice it came with was hard and tasted as if it was made a long time before being served.",real
14040,"Best Vietnamese I ever had. If you are looking to eat traditional Vietnamese, look no further. I had ordered 2 appetizers, the stuffed grape leaves and the Vietnamese ravioli. The ravioli is one of my favorite Vietnamese dishes. It is pretty much meat dumplings with steamed rice noodle layer on the outside, and they put this kind of sliced bologna on top and put deep fried onions as garnish. It is so good, I could have 5 plates of it! Of course I had to order Pho, it is one of my favorite Vietnamese dishes besides the ravioli. It is smaller than the average bowl of Pho but it did the job. My party of 3 ordered 2 appetizers, 2 bowls of Pho and 3 main dishes. It was a perfect amount when shared. I'd say their Pho is the equivalent of two bowls of soup in an American Restaurant. I don't think eating just Pho would of been enough but for 1 person but ordering Pho and a dish or an appetizer would of been perfect. We asked for small side bowls to share Pho. It was so good and I added the beef balls to it. Best beef balls by far I ever had. They were actually tender. Usually they are very chewy but not here. As main dishes we ordered noodles similar to Pad Thai with shrimp and chicken, we ordered shrimp bun and we also ordered a seafood in a claypot. The noodles were pretty good, although a little bland, I guess I am just used to Pad Thai which is heavily seasoned. The Bun was really great. I could not get over the taste of the shrimp. They were char grilled in coal and it was the most perfect flavor. The clay pot had a lot of really good seafood in it, and it was stewed with a cabage like broth, very different but delicious. We saw a lot of people order the bun and they added spring rolls to them which we didn't think of at the time of ordering and they looked really good so we had our waiter add them to the dish which was only a $2.00 up charge with the bun. The spring rolls again were the best I ever had and I have eaten at quite a few Vietnamese places. Overall: Best Vietnamese I ever ate and I have been to at least 6 places. If you are looking for traditional Vietnamese come here. A suggested meal would be to order the stuffed grape leaves or ravioli  as appitizer, Pho soup (shared if you want to taste few things) and Bun as a main dish and don't forget to add the spring rolls. They really were my favorite thing on the menu, and they are to die for. I would suggest this place to anyone. There method of service is really fast because your waiter sits at the computer and sends orders and a line of people just bring out your food. Really good service, good food and not too pricey.",fake
12880,"First off, this place was able to accommodate 11 people.  I thought it wasn't going to be able to because of what the hostess told me over the phone.  She gravely mislead me. This is my second time coming to one of their locations.  I forgot to review it the first time around.  Just FYI, the Matador combo is $2 cheaper at 604 10th Ave than the one in Upper East Side (1746 1st Ave).  One thing that stood out the first time I went to Pio Pio was their green guacamole sauce.  Flavors were punchy, strong, bold.  The sauce at Hell's Kitchen (604 10th Ave) wasn't as good.  It was just spicy, wasn't well balanced at all. Onto what matters, the food.   The Sangria here is probably the best I've ever had.  It has a strong fruit flavor and the alcohol is definitely enough.  Our table ordered 3 pitchers! From the menu: Appetizers:  2 x Calamar Fritos, and Cebiche Mixto, Mozarello pio. Main course:  4 x Matador Combo, The calamari was decent, not the best I've had.  The batter wasn't too thick but the calamari could have been fresher.  A little on the rubbery side.  The red sauce was a little more on the sour side. The Cebiche Mixto was good.  Had a lot of seafood in the dish.  It was enough for the entire table.  They definitely didn't skimp on the seafood.  The lime juice, red onions, and cilantro worked with the seafood.  It was enough to balance the seafood smell/taste but not to over power it.  It was very refreshing in the mouth and a great way to start the evening off with your Sangria. The Mozarello pio was okay.  It was basically a ""naked"" (just letus and tomatoes) salad with just slices of mozzarella.  Most people at the table enjoyed the slices of mozzarella but for me, there was no balance in the dish.  Because there was nothing else in the salad to begin with, the cheese overpowered the entire salad.  This was my least favorite dish. For the majority of the chicken, they were juicy, not dry at all.  But they were inconsistent  Some pieces were a little dry.  Overall, it was more than enough meat for the entire table.  The herb seasoning was a nice addition.  They could hold back a little on the salt. I'm not a big fan of the sides.  The sides were decent.  The rice and beans and french fries were just fillers if you were still hungry.  When I went to Pio Pio at the other location, I had their fried yucca and it was excellent.  The green sauce with the fried yucca was an excellent pairing. The restaurant does get noisy at night.  Great for groups.  Great for birthdays.  Ambiance is excellent.  I love the decoration in their main dining hall.  The wood/branches gave the room a more ethnic feel.  The waiters were excellent and was always around for us.  Would definitely come back here for group events.",real
32176,Great Design !! Fantastic Place !! Excellent Food !!,fake
42387,OMG one of my fav restaurants. Chicken sweet potato and veggies is best diet ever. Tastes amazing.,real
11050,"I drove past it and decided to check it out, and I was really surprised how good it was. The plain pizza was delicious, best I've tasted in Central Jersey, and I've been to them all. Prices are reasonable.  Delivery is super fast!  I think I've found my new pizza place to go to.",fake
48031,Great place for lunch. Really good fries.,real
22721,great palce lot of fun...great theme,fake
23615,"Nice place. Not the place to go on an intimate date, but a friendly place to go with a positive upbeat atmospere. The service was good. The Sangria is yummy as is the food. I had the Bahama Coconut fish and some appetizers. They were very good. I'm sure in the spring eatting outdoors is fun. Its decor is very appealing and cute as well.",real
629,"Good tapas and sangria, especially the meatballs and shrimp. The grilled octopus was too mushy for my taste. Service can be slow when the restaurant gets packed. Pretty inexpensive for the quality.",real
30175,"My father, who is obsessed with diners, wanted to go here for dinner.  So we all went for his 60th and had a great time.  Good food, fun atmosphere.  Drinks are good.  Staff is attentive even though they don't look it.  Taking off a star for not changing up the menu in 3 years.",real
42898,"$14 tiramisu. Was not worth it. For that amount of money, I expect mind-blowing deliciousness. Save your money.",real
6415,"I grew up in the area and have been living in New York for the past 15 years. Every time I come back to West Trenton I am disappointed by the lack of decent places to eat. Finding Cafe 72 was a pleasant surprise.  The staff is friendly, the food is great and they have outdoor seating. I had the braised short rib eggs benedict which was delicious. Next time I come to visit my family, I am definitely coming back for more.",real
31415,"Came here for restaurant week with no reservation. The wait was only 20 minutes for a seat at the bar and we were served a beer by the owner while we waited (he was SUPER friendly btw). We ordered the beet salad, beer and cheese soup, Mac and cheese (best I've ever had. It was creamy and crunchy and gooey) and moules frites. Everything was perfectly cooked and seasoned well. Very happy with the food. Super comforting too. My fiancé was given two servings of grilled bread on the house to soak up all the yummy mussel broth. I had big fat lardons in my Mac and cheese and that made me very very happy. Overall, this place was everything I expected and then some. The bartender/server was knowledgable and friendly. The owner was hospitable and welcoming. The staff in general had a laid back vibe yet you could tell they got shiz done. Also the music was great, heard Santogold and two white stripes songs. Everything was excellent from start to finish and I can't wait to go back and hit up the a la carte menu. Great job guys!!!",real
14818,"We ate here twice over this past weekend, once just my husband and I for dinner, the next time with a party of 12 at lunchtime. It was close to our hotel. We were seated immediately, both times. The service was prompt and attentive. The pizza, as others have mentioned, is just wonderful with a flatbread crust. We had an excellent house salad, saw the enticing looking caesar salad, and my husband really enjoyed his salmon salad at lunch. I had riboletta- very good and perfect for a cold day. Enjoyed the wines, too. Our limoncello tart in the evening was incredible, but had I read these reviews, I might have tried the mousse or cheesecake with chocolate sauce! At dinner, the maitre d' came around with a cookie sheet of chocolate chocolate chip cookies, which really won over my husband! We'd go back. I know NY has an infinite number of restaurants to try, but it is nice to know what to expect sometimes. There was no particular children's menu but they can do plain pasta or the pizza can be tweaked.",fake
44645,Great little wine bar with good tapas and not too expensive; offers refuge from the craziness of second ave on the weekends if you're looking for a more laid back atmosphere.,fake
14359,"Great beer, great food!",fake
3018,"tourist spot.  do not go here.  if you're from philly and you're giving this place a good review, shame on you. aside from a racist a-hole owning this place, the food is sub-par.  you could have a better steak by buying some amoroso's and getting some frozen steak ems at the acme.",real
15356,Really really good coffee!   Must get their biscuits!  The best biscuits I've ever had.   Everything here is fresh and simple.,real
37791,"The food was standard, no frills.  The food took a long time to prepare even though the place was empty.  There is no ventilation in the place, so if you want food, get it to go.",real
6562,"Starr restaurants are the place I kinda hate to enjoy. He is never very chef-centric (albeit il Pittore) and I prefer to support establishments that are. But I love the continental, both locations. They have a big menu, but not in an overwhelming sense. Just big enough that you can go with a big group and everyone can get whatever they are craving. All different types of cuisines and for the portion size I think the prices are very fair. Some of our favorites are the tartare, french onion soup dumplings, lobster mac, mushroom flatbread, and rad na thai chicken. OH and they have an awesome salad now. Called the continental chopped I believe.. kinda like their own version of a nicoise. It is amazing. Drinks are meh, nothing too special. And of course, being a Starr establishment, the decor takes you to another place.",fake
49294,"last three times I dined here, they brought out one person's meal after the rest of the table was done eating.  good food but not worth the aggravation.",real
37090,I tried one of their chicken sandwiches with brie cheese and it was pretty good.  Just want to point out that the drinks they have across from the counter are supposed to be cold but they might else turn the fridge off because they are all warm.  My brother asked for some ice for his drink and they wanted to charge him but the manager did the right thing and gave him some ice.  Decent sandwiches.,real
43869,"After moving into the neighborhood a couple years ago, I had to try out this place after hearing so much about it.  In the Philly cheesesteak war, Dalessandro's is often overlooked, but it should not be. If you like you steak chopped up this is the place to go, unlike Pats or Steve's which use slabs.  D's uses a fine chop and packs on the meat - they are not afraid to load it up like some of these other places.  Great value steak. The only downside is the size of the place - its a little small and can get tight during busy times.   There are some spots to sit down and eat including the counter bar seats.  Also, a nice plus is the single beers you get there - they have a huge selection of craft beers.",real
18299,"Came here with my gf indenpendence day weekend (friday). I got here at 10:30am (they opened at 10am) and it was already an hour and half wait, crazyyyy. We both really wanted to eat here so we decided to wait and the waiting staff was extremely nice and accomodating. After the hour and half wait, i think more hour and 15, we finally sat down and ready to go. the smell of the restaurant was fresh and and the place was well maintained. I ordered the country breakfast, which was grilled ham, 3 eggs (i got them scrambled), hash browns and a butter biscuit. she ordered blueberry pancakes. The pancakes were indeed out of this world good, nice and fluffy and the maple syrup just as described, buttery. my ham was tasty although nothing special. the eggs were delicious, dont know what they out in there or how they cooked it, but it was really good. the hash browns was bland althought my gf really loved it. the thing i didnt really like was the biscuit; although tit was fluffy and broke apart, i wasnt fan of the taste, rather lack of taste and it was a bit dry. If they put gravy on the biscuit, it would of been perfect. when you go there, definitely get the pancakes but skip the biscuit. I gave it a 4 instead of the covented 5 because of the hash browns and the biscuit.",real
5154,"Knock had been recommended to me by a bartender from another place in the neighborhood as a good meal so I checked it out and did indeed find it good.  The wait-staff was friendly and attentive, the decor was modern but warm, and there was a great vibe in the place.  I enjoyed my first visit so much I brought my work team out to dinner this week again.  We all had great meals and found our waiter, Aaron, sociable, attentive, and really added to the whole dining experience.  There was no rushing us out and we ended up staying for several hours talking and enjoying the desserts and coffee.  I thought the prices were moderate when you throw in a glass or two of wine, but it wasn't outrageous or unexpected. I haven't spent anytime in the bar area but it appears bustling with a nice crowd that wasn't too loud but made the space feel alive.  I'll definitely be back.",real
35335,"Salinas is a beautiful and intimate Mediterranean restaurant in midtown west. I didn't think I'd be so impressed from the outside, but the inside decor blew me away. It's absolutely gorgeous and extremely cozy- I loved the fireplace in the back too! We were greeted warmly by the hostess up front who gave us our choice of seating in the dining area mainly due to a large party sitting within very close vicinity. We chose a corner booth and our server came over within a few minutes. We ordered a glass of sangria and wine to start along with some tapas for the table, queso al horno (spanish toast with baked goat cheese in a savory sofrito sauce) and montadito (lamb meatballs).  Both were delicious and highly recommended. The chef even sent over some complimentary tastings, including a shrimp appetizer and another one with fish. A little strange for my taste but appreciated none the less! For our entrees, I ordered the rossejat rapida and my friend ordered the pollo campero. I went with this dish as it seemed pretty unique to the rest of the menu and I saw a bunch of reviews for it on here.  It  definitely had an interesting texture but I do have to admit it was pretty salty. I enjoyed it regardless but I think I'd try something else next time around. The portion itself was pretty small on top of that. My friend loved the pollo campero dish- she couldn't stop raving about it! Her dish looked like a normal sized dinner portion compared to mine.  We ended our meal with the nuestro flan - incredible is the only way I can describe it... hints of butterscotch and the crumbled Maria cookies.. YUM! Our waiter was EXCELLENT throughout the night - patient, knowledgeable and professional - my favorite kind of service!  The chef stopped by to chat after we finished our meals too which is always a nice added bonus on any given night. Salinas is a wonderful place to dine out - from what I saw, it can accommodate a large party, plenty of date nights and lots of catch up sessions with friends. I'd definitely return and try some more items from the menu.",real
39444,Great French bistro in our neighborhood.  Came here on a random weeknight with the wife and ordered the steak frites with a side of spinach.  Delicious.  Steak was cooked very well and spinach was done just right.  Very good spot whenever you are in the mood for some solid french bistro fare.,real
24190,"Situated in the Chandler Hotel, Juni is, at first glace, deceptively modest. With only a few weeks of service under its belt, it was very uncharacteristic of me to jump at the opportunity to dine here. Nonetheless, just missing SHO before its closure last August and the promise of Chef Hergatt's culinary expertise were enough to persuade me to make a reservation. There's a scattering of paintings on the walls resembling foliage, but are actually of the ingredients used in our dishes later that night. Our hostess guided us into the second dining area where we all had our seats pulled out for us before our server  walked us through our menu choices. For dinner, Juni has the option of a three, four, six, or a set 10-course tasting. The three of us had decided beforehand to opt for the four-course, and with some suggestions from the staff, decided on our dishes. Our meal began with an amuse bouche, which consisted of three separate elements: a carrot tuile topped with a sliver of burrata, a few perfectly seasoned mushrooms, and a warm corn ""soup"". For me, the standout was the corn. The texture was remniscent of mousse; airy, light, and a wonderful balance of savory and sweet, I only wished that I had another glass. Thankfully, though, our first courses followed shortly and the Peekytoe Crab I had decided on was placed in front of me. The main component is a small serving of shredded crab paired with a citrus-y haas avocado. It's finished off with a small spoonful of Californian Caviar and the final component, half of a soft-boiled quail egg, was served on the side. The crab was unbelievably fresh, well-seasoned, and perfectly complimented with the texture of the avocado. While the quail egg seemed to be more of an afterthought, it was much appreciated, especially with an extra dash of coriander. Despite my initial aversion to the seafood dishes, at the urging of our server, we all caved in and opted for the Black Bass. The presentation of the dish is whimsical, artistic, meticulously done... Perhaps no words can do it justice. The centerpiece, the bass, is surrounded by cylinders of Yukon Gold Potatoes and a delicate flourless Gnocchi. The accompanying white and black truffle sabayon contributed a creamy, earthy dimension to each bite while the fried potato curls were a savory, crisp surprise. I did, however, find one scale in my filet - a slightly surprising find, given the caliber of the restaurant. Nonetheless, the bass was perfectly cooked, the accompanying elements were smartly paired, and we were all soon left with empty plates. The Hudson Valley Duck that followed was seared to a perfect medium and presented with an array of candy beets. A pour of natural jus and a pinch of anise hyssop, better known as licorice mint, gave a slightly sweet, aromatic edge to an otherwise deliciously savory dish. I was impressed with the amount of flavor in the duck breast and the fat had been expertly rendered. The presentation, similar to the black bass, was elegantly done and satisfied all the senses during its consumption. I have to admit that the dessert course was the least impressive of the four (though that actually doesn't mean much, relatively speaking). I was drawn in by the elements of the Blueberry and Meringue, but the dish came out with more show than substance. The meringue had been baked on the sides of the dish into whimsical, flowing shapes. In the center, a scoop of lemon sorbet sat atop a pool of blueberry sauce, accented by a sprinkle of sage. While the flavors melded together wonderfully, I felt extremely clumsy trying to scrape off the frozen meringue and spooning the blueberry and lemon combination was rather difficult as well. What makes Juni stand out in my memory is attributed to some of the best service that I have yet to receive at a restaurant. Our courses were perfectly timed, we consistently had our waters and bread plates refilled, and our server that evening, Charles, ensured we had a flawless experience. He was there at each course to explain the dishes, ensured that we were enjoying our meal throughout the evening, and the knowledge and passion he had towards his job was clearly evident. Our table was also honored with a visit by Chef Hergatt, and who gave us a few minutes to hear some feedback on his menu. Before we left, Charles informed us that because of the change of seasons, the menu would be almost entirely different the following week. While Juni is not a place that one can frequent often, I know I'd love to return to sample some of the newer dishes. From what I've tasted so far, Juni will only exceed expectations. -- [1] Congrats to Juni for securing one star in the 2015 Michelin List!",real
30460,"I was recently here for brunch. The ambiance of the restaurant is really lovely, it had a very warm and welcoming feel. Their food menu was varied offering a different option for even your pickiest eater. The polenta was really good. My omelette was a bit on the salty side but overall satisfying. Be sure to grab a glass of fresh squeezed orange juice!",real
41060,"Don't let their website's cheesy music fool you; the atmosphere is relaxed but friendly, and they're serious about great food. We had made reservations for 7:30, and were arriving late due to wardrobe issues at home. I called ahead to inform them of the delay, and they warned me that the kitchen would close at 8.  This worried me some, but whoever I spoke to must have been mistaken; we had freshly prepared food for the duration of our excellent meal.  Perhaps they stop admitting diners at the front door from 8pm? When we arrived, we parked almost immediately outside the restaurant, and began inspecting the signs to see whether the meters required feeding.  The man running the attached wine shop (more on that in a minute) popped his head out to helpfully inform us that the meters didn't need our attention at this late an hour.  We thanked him and proceeded indoors.  It was the first sign of exemplary service that would continue all night. Upon entering, we noticed the wine shop to our left, and a long hallway straight ahead leading to the vacant dining area.  On the left side of this hallway was a window-way to the kitchen, allowing you a glimpse of their kitchen staff at work.  I explained that we were there for our 7:30/8pm reservation, and the host suggested we stop at the wine shop for a free sample or two while he prepared a table.  We did. The kind man running the shop had us sample the two wines du jour.  Despite being uncertain what we'd be eating, we liked one so much that we ended up buying a bottle for our meal.  He assured us it would compliment most foods well, and that the chef himself had recommended it.  We probably overpaid for the bottle, at north of $30, but it was a special night and we were willing to do it. We expressed hesitation at eating outside, having endured many mosquito bites throughout the summer season.  They assured us the meal would be bug-free, so we opted to eat outside.  There were no indoor diners, so peer pressure was on their side here.  Although my wife suffered a couple minor bites on her calves, we did not regret our decision to eat outdoors; the garden was very tastefully decorated, and romantic. We each chose their four-course option, at $75 per person.  It turned out to be just a touch too much food.  Next time, we will probably opt for one three-course and one four-course, or two three-course meals, depending on our appetites.  Every dish was very good, though of course some were better than others.  Stand-out dishes included my crab cakes, my wife's filet mignon-topped arugula salad, and my creme brulee.  But really, they were all quite good.  One interesting thing to note is that what one expects to be the headlining ingredient in a dish often is not.  For example, my crab cakes were not so much about the crab cakes as the entire creation of crab cakes + bean & corn salsa + various other ingredients.  It's a holistic approach to the dish that continuously surprised us with each course.  While unexpected, they proved wondrously tasty nonetheless, and we were very pleased. Throughout our meal, service was fantastic, prompt, polite, cheerful, attentive, detailed, and every other good adjective you might think up.  My wife and I are also in our twenties, and did not experience a degradation in service due to our being younger than the other diners that evening, as Brian did.",real
3487,"Been wanting to check this place out since I read about it in Weird NJ magazine.  Met friends for a quick drink late Saturday afternoon so it wasn't busy and had a great opportunity to look around. Very cool and interesting place. Great beer selection and top shelf alcohol at reasonable prices.  And the staff and owners were genuinely friendly. Had to leave but came back later that night with more friends.  Band was playing a little too loud so we grabbed a table in the bar. We didn't all have seats, and I think it was an owner who offered to get us some bar stools. My friend commented, when was the last time you were in a bar and they brought you seats? The bar itself was jammed but I managed to find a spot to order. There were 3 very busy bartenders but I was taken care of fairly quickly each time I went to order...nothing makes me crazier than when a bartender looks everywhere but at you. These ladies get high marks from me. Interesting clientele, wide age range. I was probably one of the oldest people there but I felt comfortable. We did not eat so I cannot comment on the food. In sum, interesting vibe, lots of character, great drinks, reasonable prices, great customer service, we all agreed we'd go back.",fake
40707,"For $8, these were the smallest trio of fish tacos I'd ever eaten. It was already a gamble ordering ""pescado"" tacos, seeing as to how I'm from the land of delicious fish tacos. But hey, I figured, these are special. They're achiote and citrus rubbed grilled tilapia. I like achiote. I adore citrus. I love tilapia. And don't get me started on ______-rubbed anything! Sigh. They weren't terrible, but they weren't great. I had a bite of my friend's chile en nogada though and that was pretty tasty. Even the cute decor couldn't save this place from a 3-star rating. At their prices, I'd rather go to La Esquina. But maybe it was because I didn't order that grapefruit margarita.",real
950,over rated garbage!,fake
4453,"Tom's is a definite must visit in Brooklyn. The service is top notch, everyone is attentive and treats you like family.  We've been twice, once on a Friday afternoon (crowded but no wait) and Saturday morning (empty @ 7am but the crowd comes by 8am). Whether empty or full you still get the same great service.  The pancakes are a must try - the banana walnut are my personal favorite - they are light, fluffy, and bigger than IHOPs.  Additionally the flavored butters are an unexpected sweet treat as well.  Once you go to Tom's once you just know that you'll be back again!",real
25578,"This is a staple of UPenn. The Cheesesteaks in general are always a good bet when in Philly, but the key to taste lies with the bread. Fresh Italian style rolls are the best and Abner's does a good job. They have been around since 1930, so I guess they are doing something right. The cook is sassy and will make your cheese steak just the way you want it. You want onions? You want cheese? What kind: American, Provolone, Whiz? You want Mayo? Ketchup? As you can see by the questioning if you don't know how you want it they will walk you through the process and you will end up with a cheese steak the way you want it, not the way they think you will like it. I'm pretty boring; steak, onions, and whip on a great tasting Italian roll. The prices are good and the place has plenty of seating. Not fancy, but more like that worn college hangout feel.",real
34500,"I am excited to be living close enough to walk on over whenever I feel the urge to eat a novelty breakfast. One thing that irks me about novelty breakfasts is the complexity that overtakes some ideas, the mix of 7000 different ingredients that leave me confused. Enter the Red Velvet Pancakes. Pancake, cream, strawberry, done. Anywhere else, the chef would fill it with cream and banana and sausage, top it with nuts and strawberries and broccoli, and serve it with a reduced balsamic cream of mushroom soup maple compote; and it would be called Red Velvet What The Freakshow Massacre Is This. Sabrinas, I'm looking at you. Much love (so much love), but less really is more. So, Green Eggs. The perfect balance of interesting and simple. Besides the famed pancakes, the PB&J French Toast has exactly the right number of ingredients, and any of the french toast specials follow suit. The egg dishes are all good, the rosemary potatoes are divine, the BLT will knock your socks off if you're into BLTs, and even the falafel could stand up against some of the other falafel choices around town. Bottom line is, you can't go wrong ordering anything here, though if you get overwhelmed easily I would avoid the Kitchen Sink. I happily drink the coffee, but it's a little bit too bitter for my taste. That is not Green Eggs' fault, of course, but if you aren't a bitter coffee lover, you might want to pass. The reason I can't give this place 5 stars is because of the service. One person will take your order and bring you the check. Twelve other people will refill your coffee and water and take your plate when you're finished. If you want to order a side of bacon halfway through your meal, good luck finding your server and/or flagging them down as they whizz by your table. While I will come back again and again for the food, I am less than thrilled with feeling dismissed when I want more delicious food to stuff in my belly. Cash only.",real
16844,"You probably don't understand why New Yorkers are ready to do the line for 2 hours to eat but sometimes you just pass the door and you get it. Clinton St. Bakery opens at 9am on weekends. We got there at 9.02, the restaurant was already full and the waitress was putting your name on the iList. Minimum 45 minutes wait for a party of 2...that early... But you will notice soon that Clinton St. Bakery cares about their customers. Slices of warm pancakes and small biscuits are served to people waiting. I am eating my usual eggs benedict-weekend-brunch. The scallion and red bell peppers added change the usual taste. The biscuit is fantastic and remind me the soul food I used to eat last year in North Carolina. I can even claim these are the best egg benedicts I have had in NY. However, people make the trip especially for pancakes. Eat them and you will get soon why people can be crazy about food. February was #pancakemonth, with special pancakes served during weekdays so you can eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They are fluffy, huge, and the blueberry on the top are just sweet enough. Run there (before 8.30am though!).",real
14372,"Consistently very good casual upscale pub comfort food in a dark, funky, fun environment. I've eaten here and hung out here quite a bit working very nearby for years, and have never had a bad experience. Prices are very reasonable for lots of tasty, filling grub. Great chef has not tried to overdue it and delivers great flavor in anything on the menu. Daily specials don't change often, but are a great extension of the full-time menu. Has a small front bar and small back bar each with it's own dining room hooked into some quality background music. This is Philly so there's TVs in both rooms which usually show local sports and have people casually or attentively watching. The crowd is mixed with hipsters, artists, musicians, couples, small groups of locals and visitors, and usually more than enough eye candy working or hanging out. Service is always friendly, professional, and attentive in a casual, welcoming manner. The owner and his family have been in the neighborhood forever and they run other successful businesses as well including Silk City, which is worth checking out as well. Street parking with a block or two usually isn't too difficult. Some streets are two hour parking some streets aren't. They serve food until 1am any night, which is a beautiful thing, unless they're dead and close early. This place gets a decent crowd most any night of the week and has a good amount of sidewalk seating. A great hangout spot for food and drinks any time of day.",fake
13955,"If there was a no star option, I think that would sum up the whole experience. One star for their pina colada...but how hard is it to make a pina colada? -_- To start off, there was a ridiculous 2 hours wait, which usually SHOULD mean food and everything is amazing, but boy were we in for a treat.... Service: First, the server completely forgot to take our orders.  When she did come, she started off by immediately telling us 6-7 things that weren't available. I ordered a margarita and SHE asked me if I wanted salt and I clearly said no, only to have salt all around my glass.  And to top it off, I asked for a new glass and they gave me a crappy tall glass used for beers instead.   When the drinks came, she forgot to give us straws with drinks.  When the apps came, she forgot to give us spoons for the soups. Food: Finally, the food came and what we ordered, the Northeast steam pot, was a huge disappointment.  The crabs weren't even edible.  It was so overcooked, all the meat dissipated and you were basically sucking for mere crab flavoring.  I must admit the shrimp was juicy and the raw clams (appetizer) was good too but the lobster, aka ""main attraction,"" was a huge disappointment.  Besides the fact that it was small, it was overcooked and definitely not the freshest of the sea.  With such a small portion, we ordered an extra side of fried oysters which came out about 20 minutes after our entree.  The server later would tell us that the other servers made a mistake and gave our oysters away.   To conclude our experience, we (party of 6) left the place upset and hungry.  And unfortunately, they added gratuity onto the bill automatically. If we only had the option.............. this place seriously needs to get their act together!",real
18124,"Wife convinced me to go here based on one thing -- fried chicken. It didn't disappoint. Perfect consistency for the breading and the chicken was incredibly juicy. The honey dipping sauce reminded me a bit of McDonalds, but if you just pretend it isn't there, it's fine. Had fried green tomatoes as an app. They were much larger than I expected and not nearly as tart as I'm used to. But again the crust was perfect.  As we went on Fat Tuesday, the specialty was pancakes. The kids had banana and pecan pancakes that were quite tasty, though I confess had I ordered them I would have wanted twice as much syrup as provided. Wife had fish tacos which I thought were only OK. I'm always left disappointed by fish tacos for some reason, so I guess my opinion on this isn't worth much. Overall, I'd go again, but only to eat the same dish.",real
48293,"How to kick off St. Patrick's day on a beautiful Saturday afternoon in NY? With Vietnamese sandwiches of course! This small but clean shop is run by a friendly gentleman who takes pride in his work.  The sandwiches are well balanced and they taste great. We tried the Banh Mi Zon and the  Banh Mi Nem Nuong. The Zon sandwich had all the necessary makings of a great banh mi. The bread is soft and flaky, the pate is flavorful, the vegetables taste fresh and they're all layered perfectly. You can choose your spice level and I chose to have mine spicy. It wasn't that spicy but the sandwich is good enough to overlook that. yelp.com/biz_photos/Ew3d… The Banh Mi Nem Nuong is a bit on the sweet side and needed a couple dollops of siracha to help counteract that sweetness but still holds its own as a decent banh mi. yelp.com/biz_photos/Ew3d… I'd definitely recommend Banh mi Zon to any banh mi fan who still hasn't tried this place.",real
3047,"I haven't tried Jim's that everyone talks about, but plan on it soon...  I do like Pat's more than Geno's, though Geno's has better bread overall.   To try them both, do what my friends I did - stay out late drinking then get up late the next morning and have ""breakfast"" at Pats and ""lunch"" at Geno's about 15 minutes later.",real
8747,"Ordered a boat load of yummy food for takeout on a Sunday night with my fiance and couldn't be more pleased! We passed Palermo's for over two years always taking a mental note to stop in but we never did. I can most certainly say that we will order from here time and time again. We had the mussels in white sauce, cavatelli with meat sauce and the vodka rigatoni and we were completely satisfied. Great, fast service and delicious food! Cannot wait to eat at Palermo's III again!",real
42942,"So rich in both flavor and wallet damage. I've ordered the ice cream cookie sandwich explosion thing where they splay a cookie, ice cream, sauces, etc. all over a plate somewhat Alina style (minus the bubbles).  The cookie was crazy hard considering it's an ice cream sandwich.  While the flavor was decent, the texture made it a bit undesirable.  A second time, I got some sort of shake which was really well made. I will edit this review if I come here for dinner. I've come mostly for dessert and I'm not consistently sure why I pay this much.",real
47607,"One of the best places to have octopus because it's cooked (grilled or sautéed) to perfection. The veal chop can be hit or miss but over all this BYOB usually serves up a decent experience. For guaranteed Top Notch Service, ask for Arleen, she's been with them for ages and is truly excellent.  -H.W.",real
28657,"We originally wanted to go to the one on Delancey St. but it was closed, so we decided to try this one. This is a 3-star restaurant with 3-star soba, 2-star appetizers and 4-star desserts. In fact, go there for the desserts - they are better and cheaper than the desserts that you can find in Cha-An anyway. We had a group of six, so we chose ALL of the appetizers on the chef's specialty list: shiokara (salted octopus), homemade tofu, fried this-and-that, sticky yam, chicken meatballs. They were terrible. The only thing that was so-so was the shiokara. All the rest should never be called Japanese appetizers because they are subpar. The soba was okay, meaning that it worked for us but there weren't any nice surprises. If you know where sobaya is, go there for soba. Sobaya is more expensive but much more delicious and offers more choices. The desserts were the highlight of the evening. We got ALL the desserts on the chef's specialty list: annin tofu, green tea icecream, etc. All were delicious! One thing I must make note of is that this place is a little too crowded and noisy for conversations. We wanted to chat as a group and it was very hard to do given the noise level and the seating layout in the restaurant. Considering the fact that we reserved a table in advance, this was a little disapoointing.",real
3173,yuck nothing about it was good i get better cheesesteaks in san francisco,real
31050,Best things about SA: - Great cheese plate - Nice bartender - Reasonable Prices on good tapas - Good selection of beer / spirits (sherry and goat cheese!) - Dollar Oysters - Very cheap tasting menu I can't wait to go back.,real
52,"I'm giving these guys 4 stars, but really it's a 3.5.  Ate brunch with my boyfriend yesterday and was overall super happy with everything, although there were some blips they could work out to be full 5-star material.  First, I was served my delicious hot coffee in a cute mug - with no milk or sugar or even a spoon.  I had to carefully carry the hot mug over to the milk/sugar station across the room (it is a small room, so that's good), and then hunt for a clean spoon since there were none available at the station.  If you're serving sit-down brunch, your patrons should be able to remain sitting while prepping their coffee. The food was also really good, but also not consistently awesome across the board.  My boyfriend had the smoked salmon with poached eggs and hollandaise on their homemade English muffins.  It was amazing 0 the hollandaise was just the right amount of lemony and thin to feel refreshing, not gloopy and fatty.  His English muffin was also tender and delicious. My dish, on the other hand, had a very hard English muffin, on which some slices of a less-than-good avocado were perched atop sprouts and then topped with poached eggs and a side of roasted tomatoes.  The tomatoes were bomb and the eggs and sprouts were fine, but the avocado sucked.  They even had the black strings in them - that's just not a good avocado. This whole dish would have been 10 times more delicious with pesto, so hopefully they read this and add it :) It seems like some of the staff were new and there's definitely potential to improve the little inconsistencies at Toast.  I'll definitely go back next time I'm in Philly.",real
34866,"OMG. Now that was excellent chicken , moist , flavor was out if this world! We had the whole chicken which was clearly one of excellent quality, no hormones or anti-biotics as you could tell from the size and taste. It was well flavored with many aromatic herbs . We also had the roasted potatoes and sautéed spinach , both were excellent. The woman I spoke to placing the delivery was so pleasant and personable , even the delivery guy was personable! So glad to have them in the neighborhood ..nothing compares in Murray Hill for delivery.",real
25805,"Perfectly friendly, good service, nice space, ok wine. But really, 4 stars? We had a selection of their food and none of it was appreciably better than canapes which could be purchased frozen at Trader Joe's. I'm not saying that anything we were served was actually frozen from Trader Joe's, but that it was really reminiscent of that type of food, and not of much higher quality. So go here for some wine, but don't make the mistake of thinking it's a restaurant.",real
13096,"I stopped into Sorella for a cocktail last night before heading over to a fundraiser across the street. It was torture not ordering food because the restaurant smelled so incredible, but I stuck to my guns and settled for a drink instead. Seriously, anything with gin, elderflower and prosecco already wins me over (already forgot what the cocktail was called), but the wine list is nothing to scoff at either. Very well selected. Later in the night (at aforementioned fundraiser) I tried a few dishes from Sorella's menu including the amazing salt roasted beets with pistachio, vincotto, and ricotta salata. Definitely a fan of this place and can't wait to come back for a proper meal!",real
24246,"Annoying place. Unfortunately, I live right around the corner. Food is average. Nothing to write home about. Beer selection is excellent. Problem: the hipster crowd and staff - annoying at best. Worse though, they're racists - ironically. They wouldn't take a FOOD order because one of us did not have ID. Call me crazy but last time I checked I do not need an ID to order food and water. Guess we were a little too dark for country bumpkin East PA Blondie gone Philly Hipster. Needless to say, they won't get business from me or anybody I know.",fake
24243,I am not a fan of this place. I went for a run in the snow and wanted to get some dinner. Not much else was open. They chucked me out for not having an id on me. Foods not worth it anyway. Won't be back,fake
40424,"The guacamole is amazing. The restaurant is pretty small, so the wait is very long (we waited nearly an hour and a half for a table for three).  Yet, we went around the corner to White Slab for a few drinks, so the time passed quickly (they call you when your table is ready). I ordered the enchilada verde which was a bit too salty/citrusy for my taste, but it was still very flavorful and yummy.  The steak looked amazing and the drinks were delicious.  The service was also excellent.  My dish came out literally just 10 minutes after the rest of my party (totally not a big deal) and they completely comped me for that entire dish without me even saying anything! Wow!  They also brought me out a complimentary drink to make up for the delayed dish.  I was pretty amazed that they went out of their way to make sure that I was comfortable and it was definitely noted and appreciated! There were a bunch of other things on the menu which I wanted to try and I'm sure I will return there again.",real
47960,"I have been to race street cafe a handful of times and I always look forward to my next visit.  The food is great, beer list is fantastic and refreshed regularly and the service is always great.  The wait staff and bartenders are very friendly. I would highly recommend this place.  One of my favorites!!",fake
40414,"Food was delicious (order the enchiladas verdes, although prepare for a little kick). Only giving it four stars b/c it's so small and you have to wait so long for the food. The best thing to do is get a big group of 8 or so and reserve the big table (the only table that can be reserved).",real
6780,Went just for drinks at roof top lounge drinks were amazing bartender very friendly would recommend,real
44595,Tried to go to The Burger Joint at 2:30 but the wait was one hour. Walked to Graso. Good BBQ Burger and Rosemary Fries.,real
34442,"Just like the caption says when i pressed the one-star button: Eek! Methinks not! Terrible service, rude, cold coffee, greasy meals and attitude from the manager when I complained about it. Not worth it. Average food, overpriced and service with an attitude. Never again.",real
47389,"I have to say that after eating here and coming home to see what others said about Stone Hearth I am SO confused.  My fiance and I were looking for some place to eat for his Birthday. The place we wanted to go to was closed for renovations after we had already driven from Meriden. So we thought we would just drive for a while and see what other interesting places were around. We manged to stumble upon Stone Hearth after we turned around,not wanting to delve into the heart of New Haven. We figured, why  not. It looked nice and unassuming and there was lots of parking on the road. Let me just say this place was life changing as far as food goes. The first girl who greeted us was lovely. Friendly and she seemed happy to have us visiting their place. We got a lovely large booth right near the window. Our waiter, Teddy, came over pretty quickly and asked for our drink order. I had a really good raspberry Iced tea and Dave, his usual Diet coke and lime. We asked our charming waiter about the food and he had a lot of good stuff to say about nearly everything. We ended up ordering 2 apps and 2 entrees. They served us this light focaccia bread with oil, balsamic and red pepper flakes. It was nice. The bread was wonderful. I thought that we might be off to a great start. Our Apps came and they were amazing. The meats were like butter and the melted cheese dish was so gooey. Our entrees came pretty quickly after we were done with our apps. The short ribs were beautiful. The mushroom farfalle was just heaped with a mixture of mushrooms. I have to say the short ribs with mashed potatoes and green beans was my favorite. The meat was tender and the potatoes were creamy. We did break down and got a dessert to share. It was a turtle pizza which came looking like some over decorated giant cookie. However, instead of being a sweet mess it was completely balanced. The chocolate chips didn't overwhelm the walnuts and the creme fraiche wasn't overly sweet. All of that was on top of a short bread cookie. It was perfect decadence.   My only hesitation was price. It was more than we usually can afford to pay for a meal. However, this was his birthday and it was super special. It was also well worth the money to have an amazing meal on an amazing day. Thank you Stone Hearth for making our visit there wonderful!",real
20837,"Ehhh. Granted, I'm half-Italian (from the mainland; all my family lives there - none of this jersey-shore, off-the-boat Sicilian, guido-business) so I do have high expectations when it comes to the cuisine, and make it a point not to eat Italian food in the states. Having said that, UVA is right around the corner from me and it does have a fun ambiance and good wine selection. The food, however, is just average - and I think there's something to be said when you pronounce the dish accurately, but then have to repeat yourself with American pronunciation to get the point across to your server. I liken the food at UVA to the fast-food pasta and other dishes you eat road-side on the Italian autostrada; nothing special, although I happen to like it.",real
19986,"After seeing that GQ rated this as the best cheesesteak in Philly, I had to check it out. Let's just say GQ was very wrong. I ordered the bacon cheesesteak which sounded like something they serve in heaven. Unfortunately my friends and I were pretty disappointed. Steak was of higher quality than most places, but sandwich was pretty small. Wasn't too happy paying $11 for a cheesesteak that size. You can find many other places that are cheaper and better.",real
45732,"Just as I was planning a fun brunch outing, my friend posted this link to the Tasting Table's Best Brunches for Summer 2011 on Facebook: tastingtable.com/multipa… What luck that I found a place close to my friend's office (he had to work on Sunday) and the High Line (a place I've been dying to go this summer).   Cookshop truly lived up to the Tasting Table's high marks.  I was able to make a reservation for 11am on a Sunday morning online with no problems.  It was the perfect time to arrive, as by noon, there were crazy lines.  My friend and I were pleasantly greeted by the host and hostess and seated in a cute little corner booth...adorable!  There were some outside tables, but it was a really hot day...plus we got more of the ambiance of the restaurant by dining inside.   The brunch menu isn't huge, but there is a good variety.  I almost got the Blueberry Pancakes, but I always tend towards lunch foods at brunch and got the Ecofriendly Farm Pasture-Rasied Burger ($16) which was delicious!  It was topped with Applewood Bacon and a nice thick piece of the most amazing White Cheddar Cheese.  YUM!  My friend ordered the Huevos Rancheros ($15) which looked awesome, as served in a piping hot skillet.  Presentation was A+.   The service was good, and we weren't rushed away...after we finished our meal, we stayed for a second round of Mimosas and Bloody Mary's.  It was such a lovely brunch experience.  I just so rarely get over to 10th Avenue...but I may need to go more often.",real
7543,The food is good but Avoid going on a saturday as I had to wait for almost 30 mins. The Lamb chops are great. I could'nt help going after reading so many positive reviews,fake
40471,The food is solid - drinks are good too.  The wait here is always tremendously long as it's really tiny and they don't take reservations.  It's really great vibe though if you can get in. Not the best mexican in the world - but a fun place to try in the LES.,real
7601,Love their food. Easy to find the place.,fake
2675,We usually go to Pat's across the street!,real
12385,"Atmosphere; good enough, eventually its a wednesday night, empanadas were good, loved their sauce, would recommend this place for drinks, next time I'll try their matador combo, it sounded really good",real
2617,"5 star review simply because the meat itself was so tender and a cut above the rest of the other places (jims, pats, etc...) But I have been eatting from here for the past 12 years or so now, and notonce have I gotten SICK, I did have Pat's once and I was sick for a few days later... Butquite frannkly I just simply love the atmosphere, even if some of the workers look pissed off. As for the signs, BIG deal! I meansure everyone has an opinion, but obviously Joey Vento's opinion includes a ""Speak English while ordering"" or even calling french fries ""freedom"" fries. Which, by the way I'll be willing to bet nobodyknows the reason behind it. Anyway, GENO'S STEAKS will always be #1 not only in the city, but also wit me.",real
25415,"A good spot to catch a quick cool glass of Vino.  I went with two friends, unfortunately I must have been there on a super busy after work night.  My only complaint is I wish they had Happy hour Pricing.  But the Wine is Good and Atmosphere is too....",fake
5280,"I really, really, really want to give Underdogs a five star review. I feel like my disappointment at dropping $8 (even though the food is delicious) is difficult for a hot dog, fries, and a can of coke. Granted, I am ALWAYS full when I leave and have yet to encounter a dog I didn't like. These aren't your typical street meat hot dogs. There is a ton of variety. My favorite is the Tryp. It is a turkey sausage with stuffing, gravy and cranberry relish. Another tasty treat was the California Dreamin' which is avocado, tomato, lemon mustard vinaigrette. I actually had the last one as a veggie dog with a gluten free bun. Definitely still delivered a scrumptious lunch. If you eat all 23 dogs on the menu you can put your name on the wall and become part of the Fist Club. I'm determined to get my name up there! Make sure you don't have your head in the clouds when walking down 17th street as it is an underground store front. You'll need to pay attention or you will walk on by!",real
14936,"The Sunday special is a 3 course meal that is dandy! Loved the food, everything was seasoned perfectly. The service was excellent and attentive. You do get really close to your neighboring tables, but that can lead to fun conversations too.",real
5218,Great dogs. Great fries. Great prices.,real
43981,"Ehhh.,.it's ok, everything you'd expect about the diner experience but nothing special. Mozzeralla sticks were a tad too salty.",real
1331,No amount of neon and flash will make what they pass for a cheese steak any good.  There are SO many good cheese steak options in the city and none of them are anywhere near this intersection.,real
2150,"Back in the day, Geno's could teach Pat's & Jim's a thing or two, but no longer. Meager serving of meat, and not enough cheese to fill a recently-fed mouse. Skip it. There are two ways to say ""Tourist trap with Cheese Whiz and grilled onions"" the way the locals do. You can say  ""Tourist trap, whiz wit."" Or you can simply say  ""Geno's."" And a sandwich, drink and cheese fries is gonna set you back almost  twenty bucks. Barnum was right.",real
43108,Over-priced. Dinner food is average at best. Go for dessert only - the desserts are great. Romantic atmosphere.,real
29497,"A lot has been written about Bohemian, so not too much to add other than it's a great place.  Have been maybe 10 times over the last couple years.  What I love is sitting at the bar.  Kick things off with the Yamazaki Manhattan and order up a few items to share (oysters, sashimi of the day, mushroom salad, and the delectable meat cut of the day).   Always satisfying.  If i'm solo, burger, Sapporo on draft.  Very reasonably priced if you want it to be.",real
27719,"I must say...great!!! The buttermilk fried chicken was so delicious, juicy, and the sea salt exploded the chicken with flavor. Let's not forget our waitress Debbra, she knew get stuff and made us feel at home. I think this is the best way to explain the atmosphere at butter milk channel...a southern warmth in a chilly city. Thanks buttermilk channel for a great tasting environment. See you soon+more.",real
12298,"We bought a cake from outside for our friends birthday to have for dessert later.  And we were charged a $20 ""cake service fee""! A fee for just having the cake out and eating at their table.  And their service was just cutting a very thin slice and placed it on a plate for us.  Offered us spoons and napkins.  We could've cut that cake. Don't bring a cake.  You have been warned! But other than that I really liked the half chicken.  It was juicy, tender and flavorful.  Wish their portion was bigger.  We ordered two combos for eight people and it wasn't satisfying enough.",real
46030,"Cookshop (Joel Hough) [from the 2008 Wine & Food Festival]- White pheasant bratwurst with new crop apple sauerkraut and brown ale mustard, you get a chance to showcase your talent and served um...a glorified hot dog..yeah...",real
26712,"Should have, but I didn't.  Why did I not order breakfast, particularly their famous stuffed french toast for my dinner?  Ah well, next time.  Our dinner started roughly after 8:00 PM that evening and as many other Yelpers have stated, their portions are HUGE!  Be sure you can run it off before you goto bed.  I called in just to make sure it wasn't oddly busy at this time on a Wednesday evening and when we arrived, our table was set with water glasses on the table.  Right away, I figured our service was going to be good. We started with some simple bread.  One gripe, the oil and herbs should be served on a plate, not a soup bowl.  Herbs ended up sinking to the bottom, so you ended up eating bread and straight oil.  I started off with the spinach salad and nothing special here, although it did have a poached pear, which I enjoyed.  One of my companions had the spring rolls, which was very well done.  The crispy skin was done right, along with the filling.  My dish was the corn flake crusted chicken breast, served with a jalapeno cornbread and some garlicky mashed potatoes.  When the server brought the plate, I say to you again, it was a huge plate!  Think Cheescake Factory portions.  I took my first bite into the chicken and wasn't happy.  The corn flake crust was overdone and really crispy, yet had some burnt spots on it.  The gravy it came with meshed well, but I sure wish the crust wasn't so well done.  The jalapeno cornbread also was overbaked?  I don't know how to describe but it was far from moist.  I had to soak it in some of the gravy.  The mashed potatoes were ordinary, nothing crazy here. Service was great, couldn't complain at all here.  Water cups were full and the server kept checking on us.  Their menu is full of good stuff I'd like to try.  Like I mentioned, their stuffed french toast.  My next visit in this city, I will definitely make some time to visit them again.  Overall, a 3-star as my main dish wasn't so great, apps were decent, but the service we had was great.",real
43913,"Prior to living in Philly, we visited some friends here. Since my husband is always looking for a good cheesesteak, a friend had told him to try Dalessandro's. He only really had Jim's to compare it to at the time. Fast forward about 2 years and we move to Philly. The entire 3 years we lived there, we never made it back to Dalessandro's. Hubby found his favorite cheesesteak at Gooey Looie's in south Philly. So - when I was in town last week, I had to bring home some cheesesteaks for hubs. Dalessandro's was the closest to where I was staying, so we thought we'd give it another try. The steaks are piled with meat - and of course fried onions and wiz. Sorry,  but I also have to put ketchup on mine! I was pretty satisfied with mine and I ate it in the car. Hubs still says Gooey's is better. He thought the onions and meat should have been more mingled together and he thought it was 'too sweet'. Not sure where that comes from. All in all, not a bad cheesesteak - just not our favorite.",real
37527,"Super amazing service! Like, really amazingly friendly and I want to take you home to talk to you some more amazing personalities greatness.  Does that say how nice they are? I noticed that everyone liked the garlic bread in their reviews, but I wasn't too crazy about it.  A little too garlic for me.  But my cousin and I split the caprese salad, and we picked the buffalo mozzarella! Very yummy!  I wanted to stab my dad with a fork for trying to take some of the buffalo mozzarella...ok that's a little mean, but it's so good and I don't have it often. I got the eggplant parmigiana,  which was ok.  It was sliced very thing which was good, but it wasn't as sauce-y as I'd like it.  I'll have to try a different main dish next time 'cause that was the only thing I didn't like about the place. Don't know why, but we all allowed ourselves to get dessert.  I got the oreo cheese, which was soooo filling and very good.  PS, they do a good birthday song for you! (not mine, my cousins, I think I embarrassed her!) We noticed that there was some certificate on their wall in Hebrew and we asked about it and they said that during the Holocaust the owner's grandmother (maybe mother?) saved 13 Jewish people and that certificate was made for them in appreciation.  I thought that it was really nice and they were really proud to show it.  Just a little something extra I thought I'd mention. Btws, make reservations.  We did, and when we came in it was too crowded, but about 5 minutes later it was full, and our waitress said that even on a Tuesday night (when we were there) you have to have reservations.",real
4732,"First-- CASH ONLY!! This place is so good that I had to write my first Yelp review. And I've been to A LOT of different yummy places! My roomie Linet K. and I decided to try out this place after all of the awesome Yelp reviews. SOOOO glad we did. Where else can you get served hot coffee,cookies,apple pancakes, home fries and beef sausage by a sweet old man while waiting in line? Tried to not take to much off the yummy sampling platter as I knew I'd be too full to try all of the other things on the menu. We ended up sharing the Juevos Rancheros and Pumpkin walnut pancakes. All I need to say is that I feel sorry for the rest of the menu because I'll never get to sample anything else. I'm SOLD on the Pumpkin pancakes. Oh, and did I mention you can slather cinnamon butter on top of them? YUM!! Best I've ever had!!",real
12219,yummy!! not too much people on friday night at around 6:30pm but it gets PACKED later in the night.. had the matador combo $38 -- good for two people perucho tasting $30 - really small.. didn't think it was worth it tacu tacu x333 sooo good arroz con mariscos - aiight overall good experience,real
33032,"I have had two lovely meals here.  The staff is great, and I love the feel of the tiny restaurant.  Most importantly, the food is some of the best I've had in Philadelphia.  I've gone for both the Sunday prix fixe and on a normal night.  Reservations for Sundays usually have to be booked far in advance, so you'll have to plan ahead if you want to take advantage.  However, if Sunday doesn't work out for you or you just can't plan three months in advance, know that the food is very good and the regular prices are also a great value.",real
45635,"Waited a long time for my table. The service was fine but not friendly. I started with the Razor clams, they were very tasty but a bit chewy. I had the Scallops with a creamy spinach and lemon relish as my entree. The scallops were delicious but a little heavy. I would go back if I didn't have to wait unfortunately they don't take reservations.",real
26383,We went on a Saturday morning and didn't have to wait at all because we sat at the bar. The heuovos rancheros were really good and the staff was very friendly! I would definitely go back!,real
20222,It's a great date spot. Have a drink outside then move in for dinner. The wine list is impressive and never disapointing. It's not haute cuisine but the vibe and the wine will make (almost) any date enjoyable :),fake
47355,Creative menu and affable staff made our private party a great success. The appetizers were inspired and everything else was terrific too ! Will be back soon.,real
39172,"I ate here on a Saturday night while in Philly on biz.   It seems this place has been open for months... from the looks of the yelp reviews.  However, there was a remark on the chalkboard that made it look like the place had only been open a week.  ???  I was at this spot... Mid March 2011.  Beyond wondering how new this place is to the area.... I am sure I found this place to be an average place for dinner. The place is kinda cute... the staff was very helpful.   It has a nice vibe in the joint. As for the food... I started with a Caesar salad.  It had way too much dressing on it.  It was good but the leaves were swimming in dressing.   I then had a chicken meatball pasta dish.  The pasta was ok... nothing special... the chicken meatball was tasty but then again nothing I will remember a month from now.   Would I eat here again... sure.  Will I crave something from this spot?  No.",real
28376,"Being new to this area, but a long time Soprano's fan, I had to check this place out for myself.  I didn't try anything from the grill, but couldn't resist ordering a big chocolate ice cream sundae, which was excellent.  It definitely tasted like the homemade ice cream I grew up with.  The service was friendly and the atmosphere was outstanding.  It is obvious why this place has been around for so long.  I'll definitely be going back soon.",fake
31663,"I can't give this place a bad review because its really nice inside and they have some awesome German beers on tap at fair prices.    I can say that our bartender was pretty annoying, normally id let that slide but my wife says he went  to the corner with his fellow beer snob hipsters and was making fun of my beer selection.  If i was drinking light beer i would agree with him, but i decided to try a Yuengling bock since i like it and its rarely on tap.   Reminds me of a few of the Bearded Beer snob  Hipsters from Eulogy, which makes sense since its the same owner.  Next time i go i I plan on growing my beard out, wearing a flannel and ordering the most obscure Belgian beer on the menu, or maybe some bacon beer, im sure to get some respect then.   Im hoping my wife misheard him, if so i apologize.",real
33965,"Checked this place out on a nice Thursday night an it was hoppin'!  I can see why, though.  The margaritas are really delicious and they have a wide variety of flavors!  Every table gets chips and salsa (both rojo AND verde!).  I got the mahi mahi tacos with guacamole and my boo got the chorizo.  The mahi mahi were good, but I won't be getting them again.  The chorizo was really flavorful but SPICY!  I drank almost a whole beer trying to cool the burn of one chorizo taco. Will definitely be back, I really enjoyed the atmosphere, drinks, and food!",real
27048,"I ordered the Cajun style Chicken Sandwich with Buffalo Tots meal yesterday.  The best part of the meal were the tots.  The sandwich was mediocre.  When I order a sandwich at any restaurant my expectations is to see all the ingredients placed within the bread and not sitting on the side unless requested.  Since this place is actually bar food I really can't give it a lower rating, it's okay for what it is.",real
16045,"I really enjoyed this spot for breakfast though it was SUPER packed. I don't ever eat my pancakes with syrup since I hat the smell and taste of it but I decided to try their award winning syrup and I was hooked. That syrup is sooo good you'll want to lick the plate, lol. Their peanut butter cookies is super good!!!",fake
41032,"I think over time only the good to great reviews for Cafe Matisse stay on yelp. $$$$$$$$$$$$ Go to the city & spring for a bottle. 5 stars really, no thanks.",real
47255,"This Anastasio is the same Anastasio that operates the restaurant on Wooster Street and the restaurant in East Haven. This location is a very scaled down restaurant, open only for breakfast and lunch, 7 AM - 3 PM. I've been here only once (for brunch) and unfortunately nothing overly impressed me. The inside layout is the same as it was for Jenelle's. It overlooks a small marina on the Quinnipiac River. The outside deck is used in the summer months. Both the menu and daily specials seemed very basic to me. I'd have to say that Jenelles' menu and daily specials were more creative and attractive. In my opinion, I think Anastasio's menu needs to offer something a little different to attract people to this little-known location. I'm afraid they're not going to survive by just offering ""me too"" items that every other breakfast/lunch place in town offers. Like I said, it's just my opinion. On the upside, the three people running the place seemed really nice and friendly. Lastly, for god's sake, will somebody have a heart please let in the kitty cat waiting outside? He's clearly freezing his butt off in the cold winter weather. Poor kitty :-(",real
45313,got the bacon burger. ate it all.,real
43078,"The entrees aren't anything memorable, but then again, why would you go to Max Brenner for anything other than dessert? Try this place out if you're a chocolate fanatic and you'll leave pretty satisfied. A word of caution - just watch the prices.",real
27663,Lovely restaurant.  House made pickles are scrumptious.  Grilled flatbread is a sweet and savory blend of flavors.  Great friend chicken.  Exciting and inventive cocktails. Do not leave without sampling "Doug's Pecan Pie Sundae."  (Doug is the owner who is a super friendly and warm man who came over to us at the bar and introduced himself.) Always a fun mix of clientele. Service could be a bit friendlier.  Don't always get a "I'm excited to be working here" vibe.,real
39092,"Bleh. I Stopped in for something different, so I got the ""special meatball burger"". (Picture enclosed). No bargain at $7.95, they weren't even whole meatballs on the sandwich. It might have been nice to have at least 2 whole meatballs for the price. Service was the best you can expect from a bored-outta-my-mind Millenial, and the place was clean. But I'm unimpressed. I 'd Go elsewhere.",real
1383,"So...after visiting Pat's, Geno's was my next stop.  I made sure to order the same thing I had at Pat's (cheesesteak wit, with provolone) ,except I don't think Geno's has mushrooms.... I got my sandwich and I slowly unwrap it.....and again no magic faeries.....oh well.  I don't know....after traveling all this way, I thought there would be some sort of magical aura, but no...just a quickly made cheesesteak. I ate it and found out that I am a Geno's guy. On this particular day, the onion to meat ratio was almost one to one at Geno's.  Pat's has meat with a little onion....for me that was the difference.  That and the fact that the cheese slices in Geno's were thinner so it melted a little faster...to blend the flavor.  The bun was still nice and soft here, but the onions (that have been soaking up flavor juice from the well seasoned grill) made this cheesesteak better. My wife ordered cheese fries and those were good as well.  Crunchy fries with soft cheese sauce....good times.",real
37586,This place is great.,real
10487,"I'll definitely go back here! The food is great, and the couple that owns it is lovely and take good care of their customers.",fake
1515,"If I wanted an armpit wit cheese, I would ask for it. But you can't. You have to order in a ""special"" ;-) language, or else! Heavs forbid someone taint their holy earholes with a friendly ""Hola, neccessito mucho queso adicional, para mi pinga!""",real
11672,"My dinner at Blue Ribbon Brasserie was supposed to be a date, but my then-boyfriend was ""wrapping up"" drinks with friends there when I arrived.  Needless to say, the raw bar shucker noticed I needed a friend and made me feel like I was the only customer at the bar.  Please order the sweetbreads particularly if you're new to sweetbreads.  I love them, and Blue Ribbon did such a fine job, I would trust them to be your ""first.""  You'll love 'em too.",real
16291,"All good things come to those who wait!  Patience pet... at the end of this wait are the best pancakes you have ever had. You can work the wait to your advantage. Come, put your name down and then take a walk.  Enjoy the LES and have a plan for exploring the area (i.e. walking the Williamsburg Bridge, shop hopping etc.) They use a great app for the wait where you can check how many people are ahead of you and they text you when your table is ready. Pancakes! Whoa.  They were perfect.  Light and fluffy inside with crispy outside with some yummy flavor cooked in.  We ordered the blueberry pancakes so there were blueberries cooked into every pancake and it was topped with a blueberries in sauce.  It was served with a small dish of maple butter sauce....yummmm. We also shared an order of fried green tomatoes...perfectly crisped with this delish sour cream avocado spread. Good service and very chill relaxed feel in the restaurant.  Very small interior which explains the wait.",real
33393,I have been a sampler of Vermont food for three years and Bluebird Tavern's "Double Burger" is hands down the best burger in Vermont.,real
13638,"This place is phenomenal! I'm not sure why they are getting such horrible reviews. Yes, it is new and they don't take reservations and they clearly have a few kinks to work out in the seating department. So go there prepared to wait, have some drinks and oysters at the bar. It is absolutely worth it... the food was incredible and the staff was super friendly, the chef even came out to check how everything was after the meal. The seafood was so fresh and delicious, I will no doubt be going back again. The peel and eat shrimp were perfection! We ordered snow crab legs which were great, as were the fried clams, creamed spinach and crab cakes. The blue crabs were pretty good too, but not the best I've eaten. Everything was reasonably priced, and given the outrageous prices for seafood in New York, I'd say this place is great deal.  All in all, I had a great experience. Just go there ready to wait and it'll be all good.",fake
12308,Food is fabulous; but the hosts and the Waiters are horrid! Definitely needs more professionalism for such a known restaurant. Does not live up to expectation.,real
20477,"Seriously - folks... 4 stars... you need to compare with an italian restaurant that actually knows how to serve italian style (anti-pasti, primi, secondi) and knows how to cook pasta (not until it is chef boyardee soft!).  Went to Uva due to the rave reviews, but found mushy pasta and confused course serving (we did ask for three courses). The eggplant appetizer was drowned in sauce (and cheese), with very limited texture or flavor beyond the sauce...the primi pasta was so mushy and the veal ragu had too much cream so we couldnt finish it...we sent it back and cancelled the rest of the meal...pasta was a strange mix of ""overcooked and cold""... the main course with chicken and artichoke looked soo bad (and came with the pasta course for some reason) that we sent it back as well ... only saving grace was the cute waitress who was very sweet about the whole thing, and steered us to a nice chianti...and the chef du table who came to find out what happened... service was good, food was very very poor. Try a few others before you rate this 4 stars pls...there are much better...",real
34185,"I have been to Cantina several times before, strictly for some beers and that has always been average at best, the bar tends to get crowded and finding a place to stand can be challenging.  However, I recently went there for brunch and was pretty impressed, the food was good, it's not going to beat Sabrina's in a brunch contest, but the portions were huge and brunch with a mexican twist is different, the wait staff was very patient and friendly despite our late arriving party - which also had some quirky requests.  I also had a bloody mary, which was spicy and flavorful, I would have had 2 if the night before wasn't so rough.  A few days after brunch I placed a take out order for a few burrittos and sides, once again the portions and taste did not disappoint.",real
22495,I been there twice and both times it was good but after today I will never go back again. We showed up around 5pm and it was busy but nowhere near crazy. The lady took our name and said it would be about 1 hour and the owner or manager which was a man came right up to us and basically told us it's about an hour and to leave.I was so shocked. He was extremely rude and I will never recommend this place to anyone. I'm going to you place to spend my money and you treat me like crap ya right. There are  a lot of other palaces in the area that will love and respect your business . Shame on you Cuban Pete's for the way you treat your customers.,fake
33661,"I absolutely love this place!  My dad always said that one way to judge whether an ethnic restaurant makes good food or not is to see whether or not people of that ethnicity eat there.  Every time I come in here, there are plenty of Middle Eastern families, groups of friends and couples eating, and the food is amazing.  It's completely unpretentious, and inexpensive considering the quality of food.  Everything is flavorful and the waiter is so cute!  I was surprised to find such a great little family restaurant in the middle of center city, but I'm so glad it's there.",real
33154,I popped into this cute little bar yesterday for Sunday brunch with friends. The menu seems small but the food is really tasty. I ordered the fried Catfish Po' Boy and  a biscuit on the side and was so pleased! The fish was well seasoned and I loved the pickled veggies on top. The biscuit was served with some some sort of hot sauce jam and OMG...I need it in mouth again STAT!  Prices seem fair compared to the quality of the food. At $7 a pop I felt that the mimosas were a bit overpriced. I mean...who can really have just one or two mimosas? I'll be skipping them next time in favor of booze. The Asian server/bartender helping us was a sweetheart but seemed a tad overwhelmed as the place filled up. He's cute though so he gets a pass lol. I'll definitely be back for happy hour one of these days.,real
18237,Rib sandwich a little too salty....I waited an hour for this..??,real
30992,"The food is ridiculously good (great meatballs and $1 oyster Happy Hour, c'mon), and the staff is extremely knowledgable when it comes to the wine selection. It's definitely my go-to spot in Williamsburg.",real
11833,"Great food, amazing oysters, best fresh bread I've ever had in a restaurant at midnight, and [given the endless mob of people] really good service! My only complaint is that my vegetable kebob was sort of bland, though it should have been expected. I wanted something really light, so I picked the most simple thing on the menu. Really, I just got what I asked for, which turned out to be NOT what I wanted. Happends. The rest of the food was amazing... and Blue Ribbon is open until 3 am! I still can't get over that in NYC!",real
29499,"I'm pretty sure this is the kind of restaurant that other foodies go to and then write a page-long review. So, in an abrupt break with my usual wordiness, I'll be brief: -GREAT food. Don't come here if you're not a semi-adventurous eater though (the line: if you're fine with sea urchin, you'll be fine here) -Overestimate how many dishes you'll need...the waitress told us we had ordered enough when in reality we could've used a few more -Order a la carte, not the tasting menu! -Get the phone number of this place from a friend and then don't be too stingy with sharing it later!",real
47377,"Came on here to write that I loved the food I received last night.  Ordered the short ribs, and scallops for appetizers.  Portion sizes were great, presentation excellent.   Ordered the Back East Porter draft which lived up to its expectations.  My girlfriend had wine and margarita pizza which was delicious.  We can't wait to return",real
29533,"My friend told me about this hidden gem and we loved it! You have to press the intercom to get in and when we walked in, they knew who we were immediately. It's comparable to eating in someone's living room because of the small tables, chairs and carpet. We tried the smoked bacon, uni & salmon roe rice bowl, foie gras soba, and burger. The smoked bacon was perfection. It was a beautiful generous piece laced with succulent fat and crispy edges served with mustard and olives. The uni and roe bowl was good but it was a little too rich and salty for me. My absolute favorite dish was the foie gras soba. I love foie gras but since I live in CA, I never get to eat it anymore! The piece of foie gras was generous in size and the cold broth was flavorful and refreshing. The noodles were al dente and it was such a deal for $15. My friend also loved his burger. The service was also great. We highly recommend this place--it's such a fun experience!",real
43231,"OMG! if you are ever in a bad mood jut go to Max Brenner and order The Spectacular Melting Chocolate S'mores ice cream. It's amazing. the combination of marsh mellow, chocolate and ice cream is out of this world. they have liquid white chocolate on the side which adds more flavor to the ice cream. They are opening new restaurants in Boston and Las Vegas. They should open one in every cites.",real
33379,"If you are a dedicated localvore foodie, you should check this place out. The first few times I went here, I loved it.  The last time was just okay.  And because they would not substitute sides even though it was for health reasons, I probably will not be back.  (They did say that if you have food-related health restrictions, call ahead and they will work with you.) The menu is set up differently than most -- the offerings are categorized by serving size into small, medium, and large plates, so you can order a mix-and-match of small and mediums and just fo for a large/entree-sized dish. My husband, whose birthday we were celebrating, had an amazing steak with mushrooms ($38).  The mushrooms -- chanterelles, I believe -- were crave-worthy delicious.  They steak was excellent, one of the best we've had a a localvore restaurant.  Tender, tasty, perfectly cooked, and drizzled with a wonderful olive oil. My folks got the seafood dish for two ($48) -- mussels, huge crab legs, clams, shrimp, etc., served up in a wonderfully addictive broth.  It was okay, but they didn't go nuts about it. The seafood was definitely fresh, but sadly, a bit overcooked.  (We are from Florida, so we are picky about our seafood.) Note: the implements to crack the crab are in the bottom fo the bucket they give you for the shells!  Sadly, we did not igure this out until my poor parents had made their fingers and jaws all sore trying to crack open those big ole' crab legs! My step-son said the smoked-chicken pot pie ($25) was just about the best he ever had--but would have given it 4 stars because it just needed more meat to win 5 stars. My salad, sadly, was pretty blah--could barely taste any dressing (around $8).  Definitely farm fresh, but it needed to be more. I ordered a fish dish on a realy nice cauliflower puree and a risotto which I am sure was lovely, but, because of dietary restrictions, my doctor says I can't have it...  hence, I left pretty darn hungry.  Good thing my husband was generous with his mushrooms and steak. One more thing made me round my 3.5 stars down to a just 3.  My mom always orders hot water with lemon for her meals.  Since my husband had a soar throat, he ordered the same.  (It was served like tea, but without the tea.) My mom has never been charged for her hot water, but Bluebird charged them a dollar for each one!  Really, guys? So some of the food is amazing, our waiter was just lovely (and apologetic for all the anoying house rules), and I want to support local farms and producers...but...but... I can just go to The Farmhouse or The Kitchen Table or any of the other execellent localvore restaurants in Vermont, and they will respect my dietary restrictions and give my mum her hot water for free.  So that is exactly what we will do.",real
44861,"This is a terrific restaurant!  My wife and I were taken there last week by friends who live in the area. Since we are from Oregon where local sourced food is a given we were surprised and  impressed when the waiter announced that most of the ingredients are sourced from their own farm/garden, and about 99% of the rest  travel less than 30 miles to the kitchen. I'm sure it's unfair but we just didn't expect that in New Jersey. The menu is diverse and interesting. Because there were five of us with varying tastes we cut a wide swath through the menu and each of us got a taste a bit of what the other was having. The Salumi and Formaggi were wonderful, as was the Yellowfin Tuna Tartar. The Sweet Italian Sausage was a standout! The tuna, duck, short ribs salmon, and salad offerings were flat excellent.  The wine list is outstanding and there are a wide range of price options. If you are with with only one or two others you may want to opt for the multi course prix fixe dinner. There is a five and a seven course option so that you can sample as much of the menu as you can. Otherwise plan on poaching each others' plates. By the time you read this the menu will likely have changed to reflect whatever is in season, but based on the fall menu and the quality of what we had whatever is on the menu will probably be as good as it gets. One last thing: the wait staff is knowledgeable and attentive without being smarmy or intrusive. We had a great experience and I think that you will too.",real
15845,"Great food, great service, and a nice dining experience! Our server was Michael J., and he was wonderful!",real
32929,"Little Fish... little place, little menu, BIG score. On the night we dined there were 13 menu items; we had 8 of them, all of which were awesome. Walk in, there's seating to your left, a few against the wall in front of you, and straight ahead is the kitchen. The kitchen consists of a stove, oven, prep table, and a counter. Small and efficient. We sat towards the back in front of the kitchen. The service is no frills and tremendously helpful. Now... ON THE SUBJECT OF FOOD (the menu changes daily, so you may not be able to eat what's described below): Starters: --oysters from the West coast and East coast (our server explained that East-coast oysters are more salty, and these were, and also delicious). I haven't enjoyed oysters until eating them here. --scallop, served on top of a mushroom sauce and raspberry chutney, and next to foie gras... --ceviche, there was lobster in it...... fresh and yummy Mains: Eileen had the halibut, and I had the cobia - forgive me for not providing more detail; it's been a week since we ate there. I've never even heard of cobia, and now I'm eager to have it again. Desserts: I don't think any length of time could keep take away from this memory. There were two - a strawberry rhubarb tart and a pot de creme de chocolat (read delicious, silky chocolate stuff that I couldn't get enough of). Wanted both, and our stomachs had room since the meal was all seafood, so we got both. Great decision. We'll be going back, and this is definitely one of my Philly favorites. Also, you'll get a kick out of the check, at least I did.",real
23910,"Great place, we order every week from our dealership , Bruno is very attentive to our orders and the food is amazing . The best steak place in Northern NJ.",real
17071,"Not up to par. It is good but too busy/cramped. I live around the corner and have been several times but its just not worth the wait. Bubby's is better. TriBeCa though, not bk (too many strollers).",real
19822,"A big fan of Sonny's famous. One of the more underrated cheeseteak places in Philly. I rate it a notch above Geno's & Pat's but a notch below Tony Luke's, Steve's and Campo's.",fake
43310,overpriced. oversweetened. overrated.,real
34803,"A small French eatery that doesn't have much seating space, but boy, is their rotisserie chicken heavenly. For slightly over $10, you can get a half chicken with two sides. I have tried the baked creamy cauliflower, the rotisserie potato and the ratatouille as sides - and they are all fantastic dishes. I would also highly recommend their carrot cake as dessert. They call it the ""best carrot cake ever"" on their menu board, which I think is a pretty apt if not 100% accurate description. Bottomline: I have been looking for a quick, inexpensive and delicious dinner take-out place in the neighborhood, and this is just what I needed. Bonus points: 1. The hostess is incredibly friendly and helpful. 2. You can now order from their website. Yay.",real
10334,"GAH I wish the White Dog Cafe was in a different location!  I loved it there, but there would be few instances that I'd find myself in that area.  As it was, we were going to see Jon Stewart at the Tower and lord knows there's not much in Upper Darby... From the outside, the White Dog is adorable - a cute brownstone (or actually a few of them) with a little patio with outside seating (first come, first served.)  But when I walked in, I was...uh...a little worried.  The dining area looks like Cracker Barrel.  (ok, not THAT bad.  But its WAAAAY country, with the checkered tablecloths and windsor chairs.)  It screams ""family restaurant - beware of sticky menus.""  But it's not that at all. So IMO, the menu didn't match the decor.  Like previously said, everything organic, local if possible.  Hormone free meats.  AND it was great food to boot, the menu was inventive.  (I'm sorry, I am yelping this a few weeks after the fact and so don't remember our meal exactly, so I'll just say it exceeded our expectations.)   My FAVORITE, though - and this might not strike people the same way it does me, but - when you order (organic, fair trade certified) coffee, they bring you the little ramekin full of what would normally be sugar and Equal/Sweet 'n Low, but theirs is only cane sugar or STEVIA.  I love it!  Stevia in a restaurant!  There was no chemical sweetener offered and that just won my heart.  I would go back to this place just for that reason alone. ;-) So unforts this place is totally out of the way for anything we'd want to do.  Even though it's not that close to the Tower, we'll make it our dinner before the show place whenever we have something going on there.",real
28327,"This stand is hidden away in the Essex Street Market. We stumbled across it pretty serendipitously, but luckily / embarrassingly my friend and I are die-hard Yelpies who recognize a must-visit food stand when we see it. We got the spinach pie and the baklava. The spinach pie tastes eerily similar to Artichoke pizza... the fillings are very comparable, but I found the flaky crust to be a little bit too greasy for me. The baklava was ridiculously good and decadent. Dripping with honey, pistachios, a generous hunk of a portion. The food does have a very authentic, home-y feel to it, and the proprietor is extremely amiable. I probably wouldn't go out of my way to visit this spot, but if you ever find yourself wandering the LES, worth popping in for a visit.",real
39842,"Another gem in Montclair -- great smoothies, coffee, and wifi.",real
42268,"Such a guilty pleasure! I'm obsessed with their mash bowls. I like the curried sweet potatoes. Also love all the baked goods. The almond milk is a step above. The rotisserie chicken isn't very good-- definitely worth skipping. You can walk out of here mildly satisfied set back $20 for lunch, yet still I keep coming back. So that must mean something. I think if I had a genie, my #23rd wish would be all the Hu I can have for life. So it definitely made the list.",real
34426,"My friends and I walked in for brunch here a couple of days ago and it was overall good. I didn't have too high of expectations for this place but I left satisfied. I saw from the other reviews that the most popular dish here is the creme brûlée French toast but I wasn't craving anything sweet that afternoon so I ended up getting the huevos rancheros, which wasn't all that great to be honest.  However, I did get to have a few bites of my friend's creme brûlée French toast and... it was amazing! I'm not from the area but when I am in Philly again, I would want to come back just for that French toast.",real
31997,"Excellent, inexpensive breakfast spot that's never too crowded but not a ghost town. The Breakfast Burrito is a must try and the specials are always dope.",real
45352,"We had a late weekday brunch reservation this past summer (in August).  The restaurant was nearly empty, service was good, and so was the food.  I chose the Cookshop Breakfast, which is a lot of food, my wife ordered the whitefish salad.  My food was definitely better, but both dishes were fine.  This is a place where most people will find something that interests them, and the food will be good.",real
3208,"Great cheese steaks!  Located in a sketchy portion of Philly, not too far from downtown or I 95, Geno's has a great cheese steak with cheese wiz.  You do need to park on the street and spots are limited.  They are open 24-7 so if you are dying for a cheese steak at 7AM, knock yourself out!  This is definately a great place to check out if you are trying to get a taste for Philadelphia.",real
27278,"I dunno--I was prepared to be wow'd by this place, but it was a pretty meh experience.  First we waited at the bar and had a bartender who, despite not making any drinks, would not make eye contact with us.  He kinda stood there polishing bottles while we sat there staring at him waiting for him to offer to take our drink order.  I've been a bartender for 20 years in NYC, so I don't like to ""wave"" at bartenders.  I actually had to put my hand up after ten minutes of crickets to get his attention.  It was weird.  I get not acknowledging guests if you're in the middle of something, or are slammed.  But...none of the above was true.  We then were seated next to a couple who were not eating but playing chess at their table.  Okay, so we were waiting for a table for 45 minutes so that people can play chess?  I get being accommodating...but that's just bizarre. The waitress was quite good and that's what the three stars are for. She seemed to have inadequate help and was constantly having to go to her busser to tell him what to do.  Where was the management to take care of that?  She did a fantastic job despite the other moving parts in the front of house not really moving.  The food was just okay.  It was perfectly good, but nothing stuck with me.  For this pricepoint, I would rather go to Brucie in the neighborhood or ABC Kitchen in Chelsea.  It's stressful to have to watch one person making everything happen while other people are staring at bottles and puttering around.  This experience was from a few months ago, so hopefully this was just an extremely off night for the place.  But there is nothing about the place that even appeals to me to give it a second chance.  Mediocre and front of house seemed mismanaged and chaotic.",real
24768,"Rating 2.75 Came here on a Sat around 1 pm - just missed the brunch crowds. There were only 3 other tables where people were eating otherwise the restaurant was empty. However, they only had one waitress who took FOREVER to take our order and the chef took even longer to make it. Otherwise the food was good - ordered a burger, which was excellent but by the time I got it I was so hungry that it probably made it taste better. Not sure. I think it if hadn't been for the wait, I would have rated a 3-star.",real
17880,"I'd heard about this place for a while and had been wanting to come for at least a year.  I finally made it out first thing in the morning on a weekday and was probably the second table to be seated.  I was extremely relieved not to see a huge line coming out the door. The food was way too salty.  I got the eggs benedict with ham, which comes on a pretty large biscuit rather than the usual english muffin.  They also forewent the usual side of home fries, which was fine b/c the dish was filling enough without them.  Everything looked great, but I had to drink three to four glasses of water to get through my dish.  I don't think there's a particular ingredient that made the dish too salty.  I think the chef just way over salted it. I want to believe a place with 750+ reviews on Yelp and still manages to have 4 stars is a quality place.  I would like to give this place a second try at some point in the future but for now, I can't give it more than 3 stars.",real
6804,"this place is definitely a creative stephen starr restaurants. I loved the whole layout, the different seating arrangements, the furniture, the lighting fixtures, etc, etc, but we're here about the food! My sister, cousin and I ordered the lobster mac n cheese, french onion dumplings, and the calamari salad. Again, from an eater from NYC, the portions were amazing! Fed all three of us and kept us full for hours (3 to be exact). I wasn't crazy about the lobster mac n cheese bc they used orza instead of macaroni or any other pasta. It was creative but just felt wierd eatting mac and cheese like that. The calamari salad was excellent. just simply, good amount of calamari and great vinegar dressing. The french onion dumplings were good too (6 of them per order) but again, being from a family of restuarant and buffet owners, they could have used a different type of skin for the dumplings. Service was excellent, atmosphere was great, and the food decently priced (again, I'm from NYC) so I was happy! will come back if I visit Philly again.",real
30186,"It's true, silk city is a breeding ground for hipsters, but i still love it.  the brunch is pretty all right, their dinner menu is pretty all right, the beer garden is phenomenal, and the dance floor is on fire.  Great dj's and if you're lucky you'll get to see questlove spin.  grab a high life and have fun.",real
22301,"if i could i would give the north star bar, one star for service and food and 4 or 5 stars for a live show venue. i'll start with the negative. a few weeks ago, my boyfriend and i went to see a show at the north star. beforehand i decided we should check out their food. (i've been trying to find the place with the best nachos.) i called twice in the week beforehand about parking, show start time, etc. on one call, the fella was very pleasant - didn't really have alot of the answers i was looking for, but very nice. the next call i made closer to the date, the gal who answered was abrupt and dismissive. i hate that! so the night of the show - the bar and back room were crowded. there was one waitress. and from what i hear there is an upstairs room also. i don't know if they had a separate waiter/waitress or if the one downstairs was also doing upstairs. it took forever to get drinks (we gave up on ordering beers from our waitress and went to the bar) and then took over 30 minutes to get our food. we were told there was only one person in the kitchen. it was a friday night - i don't understand why they were so short staffed or if this is how they always run their business. and the food was just ok - nothing to write home about. also, the place smelled bad. i'm sure it's years of mold that would have been covered up by cigarette smoke in the past. on the positive side - i liked the venue for seeing bands! the bartender was great in the show room (the ones at the front had been short). she did a better job of handling the crowd at her bar. since i hadn't seen this band live, i watched from the floor. in the future i want to watch a band from the balcony. i also liked the art work they had hung in the back room. the door guy was nice. he never yelled or got short with the smokers when he repeated had to ask folks to move around the corner, so we didn't disturb the neighbors. i would go the north star again to see a show, but i will definitely pick another location for a meal beforehand.",real
26562,"Sabrina's talks a lot of game. The place is packed, their menus are equally packed full of crazy combinations of ingredients, and their Yelp score is impressive. Damn me for kicking it down a notch. Sure, the brunch is solid. But it's also more than a little weird. I swear, apples were served in EVERY SINGLE DISH. Not in a good way. And I like apples. From apples in omelets to weird sweet/savory combinations, I couldn't get past some of the flavor profiles and for good reason: they ended up tasting just as weird and off as they sounded. Plus, with so many ingredients listed you barely get a taste of each one. I was excited when I saw avocado on the Mexican meal special; imagine my disappointment when I received hardly an 1/8th of my most favorite food on my plate. Bummer. Service was nice and food was quick and reasonably priced, but I think in the future I'll stick to some of the more traditional breakfast spots around town: apple and cheddar omelettes are just as weird as they sound.",real
26884,"What a surprise!  A coworker chose to come here for his going-away party based off of Yelp reviews.  I was excited to see that they had an amazing rating so we took a $35 Uber ride there around 12:00 on a Thursday.   We walk past a random sex-shop that's on the corner (super awkward when you're with other people in HR) and we walk in.  There's literally ZERO people inside aside from the people who work there.  We get seated and wait...a while.  Then someone brings 6 paper menus for 7 people.  When we ask for another, they said there's no more.  Weird but I guess not that weird in a totally empty restaurant (maybe?).  We ordered some fresh squeezed juices and our food and then waited.   We waited maybe 30 minutes while people started to trickle in.  Pretty soon, almost the whole restaurant was full and other people had started getting their food.  Still we waited for our juice while people who had ordered steak and salad and soup and everything else. Granted there were 7 of us but it took a really long time to get our drinks then another not unsubstantial wait for the food.  But once the food arrived, it was GOOD and PLENTIFUL!   Tons of fluffy rice, yummy beans, and plantains for shared sides.  One coworker ordered the shrimp which were delicious and full of garlic and punchy orange sauce.  Another ordered the whole grilled snapper (when he asked them to remove the head they looked at him funny - he deserved it) and scarfed the whole thing without sharing, the meanie!  I ordered the beef stew from the list of specials on the board.  It was REALLY good with potatoes, carrots, and soft chunks of beef in a thick brown gravy ($13 I think).   Several of my coworkers are vegetarians and this place was a bit tough for them.  The vegetarian dish consists of your choice of 4 sides, most of which are starchy-starchfest.  The sauteed kale was ordered and it was really good but essentially, the other coworkers had to settle for plantains and rice. Overall, it was tasty and the people were nice...even if it took a while.",real
10981,"Well if it's good enough for Kara S..... Stopped by to see if this was a worthy challenger to Pho 501 or Boston. I liked what I saw. Clean and friendly service. Nice decor. Off to a good start. And a good menu too. I had the Bahn mi and their version of Bun Bo Hue- a spicy noodle soup. The bread on the Sandwich was good but felt too manufactured. That said, it was light and airy and let the few ingredients stand out. The soup was very good as well. A strong but not overpowering hot flavor with a deep broth. A little salty but not too bad.   Would've liked a little more authenticity to the dish but is eat it time and again. Overall, a great addition to there Viet restaurant scene. It may not win top awards but it's worthy of consideration.",real
8717,"Though I haven't had a chance to eat here yet, I already love this place as a hangout. Delicious, unique cocktails and a great beer selection to enjoy while taking in the great rustic atmosphere of this spectacular new bar. Definitely try this place out! Bonus point for fire pit and free s'mores out back! Hope they keep the back patio open all year!",real
47954,"I've been to Race Street on multiple occasions and never once had an issue with the service, food or drinks.  Every time I go I always find something new on the menu that I love!  When available I would recommend the Shepards Pie.  The best in Olde City!!! As for the previous reviews regarding service, I find this hard to believe.  Unlike other restaurants I've been too in the city, the servers at Race Street have always been attentive to us.",fake
15679,Delicious!!!!,fake
40860,"A colleague told me about this place so I had to try it out.  Been there 5 times in the past 2 months.  Can't resist. This is my go to place for soul food. Just looking at the location from the outside is very deceiving.  The inside was very much a surprise. Fabulous decor and vibe from opening the door.  The portion sizes are alright for me.  Lemonade is a bit on the sweet side but after letting the ice melt, it's perfect. Young man at the counter is very friendly, met the chef on one visit - equally friendly and struck up a conversation with me immediately. Can't complain of the pricing because this is the real deal, no fast food or franchise restaurant can compete. I'll definitely keep going back and probably be using them for events in the near future. Some compares this to Sandra's, her food was good but extremely overpriced and not so good service when she moved to the  Whitney Ave location. I had completely stopped going there.",fake
11289,"Blue Ribbon has been our favorite stop-over in the wee hours of New Year's Eve for years now and continues to please. With its fast service, talented bartenders, and spectacular chefs, this place is the true blue. Why do I like it so? Let me count the ways. Begin your evening with oysters--always a good variety, always expertly shucked. Follow with one of the numerous options for sea or land-based appetizers. Proceed with steak cooked to steak house perfection. If you somehow have room left, consider dessert. Huge fan of this spot--can't wait for NYE 2015!",real
15338,"Thoroughly enjoyed my visit with my wife, Danielle and our friends Jeff and Grace to Northern Spy Food Co., we started with the Southern Fried Chicken Livers with buttermilk mint dressing with arugula salad. The best fried chicken livers I have had, simple and tasty. For dinner I had the Hudson Valley pork with lentils, cheddar, and zucchini. I found the taste of the pork to be on point, not the best pork I have ever had (I recently went to a pig roast, and the standard was set) but nevertheless delicious. Danielle got the best plate of the night, she had the Polenta & baked eggs. The dish was just the right amount of rich, and one of our first experience with baked eggs worked for us! Lastly, the goat's milk cheesecake with blueberries was not only unique, but delicious. A good indicator of how good the dessert is, it lasted all but 60 seconds on the table. Loved it and recommend it!",real
28588,"Bring cash! Great soba place, very tiny so it gets crowded fast. My third time back here, got the curry chicken dip this time! Really good! The only down side, no credit/debit cards! Cash only so don't forget!   When you come in, if there's a line, write down your name on the clipboard. The wait wasn't that bad when I was there! Street parking!",real
5687,"I wandered over to this place on my late lunch break one day.  I have passed by it a few times and it usually pretty full around dinner time.  It is kind of small, but cozy and neat inside.  There is a bar in the back and several small tables in the front.  I had never had Cuban food before so I went with the Soul sampler for lunch.  It was fantastic.  The appetizers on my sampler were very simple in their tastes (not complex and insanely spiced), but they were very good.  There was a papa rellena on the plate that fabulous.  It wasn't too greasy, or overly fried it was done very nicely.  There were also plantains which also cooked perfectly, not soggy and not overcooked.  The items came with this amazing salsa.  Despite being a habanero salsa, it wasn't too spicy, but it was fresh tasting and the mangoes put it on the sweet side.  They had a great list of drinks too, but since I did have to go to work I was unable to partake.  If you have never been here, and are looking for something different it is worth checking out.",real
4606,"The food is absolutely delicious! The faves are banana pancakes, Rueben sandwiches, crab cakes and egg cream. And you definitely should try their signature Cherry Lime Rickey. Food, host, and service are amazing. The only thing stopping me from giving it a perfect score is the tightness of the space. Enjoy the autographed celebrity photos.",real
44866,"Just grabbed a quick bite at the bar. Zucchini flowers filled with cheese were fantastic! But what put it over the top was dessert. Now I am not usually a dessert eater.... But at the recommendation of our server I tried the tomato and black pepper flan. Ok, I Know what you are thinking; tomatoes, pepper and flan? OMG incredible flavors. You have to give it a try, you will not be disappointed.",real
45177,Service and food was off the chart. These guys have the recipe for success. Awesome creative menu and drinks.,real
17931,"I had watched a pancake contest on the Food Network over a year ago and the chefs from CSBC made their special blueberry pancakes for the competition. Boy did they look good. So naturally, I dragged my boyfriend's tired bum to this restaurant the day before Thanksgiving at 8 in the morning so I could finally eat what I had seen on tv. There was no way I was going to wait in the cold for breakfast and luckily we didn't because we had come so early. Such a tiny place! No wonder it takes forever. Onto the food.... We ordered the famous blueberry pancakes, sugar cured bacon, two biscuits and an order of two eggs any style to share. The pancakes themselves were good... but not an orgasm in my mouth like everyones reviews led me to believe. Sad face. I think the main thing these people should advertise is their homemade maple-butter syrup- it seriously made the pancakes. The biscuits were good as well as the sugar cured bacon. The eggs, however, were lacking in taste and consistency, To quote Kramer and my bf, ""this chicken should be ashamed of itself!"" The restaurant is a little overhyped and pricey but I'll gladly admit that maple butter sauce is heavenly. I definitely would not wait as long as I've heard others wait for brunch at this place. Either come early on a weekday or come early during the summer when all the locals are gone and the tourists would rather go to IHOP...",real
9194,"I had to check this place out to give homage to my roots and with all the hype I hear about it, I just had to make the reservations. I personally think that fililpino cuisine should not be ""fusioned"" or ""fancified"" because it loses its draw and essence. It's meant to be homey and at times gritty and odd. But thanks to GQ, Filipino fusion cuisine is apparently the new thang! the place was average. on the smaller side. they did have back patio seating where we ended up with our table. they had hip hop and rap blaring on their sound system as expected from any Asian restaurant. we had the dollar pbr to drink which was a really good steal, and I was really excited that they serve san Miguel beer! for food we had the khao soi. it was really spicy but really savory. the noodles were mediocre, pretty good sized serving. we had the cod cooked in banana leaves and coconut milk. I was surprised at how small the portion was! the fish was the size of my middle finger. anyway, it was tasty. lots of flavor and we ate it with the coconut rice. their coconut rice is the sweeter kind. it was really good. nice and fluffy. we also ordered the steak. it was sliced sirloin and it came with a chili sweet sauce. it was really good. steak was cooked well and the sauce was pretty delicious. overall a good tasting meal. a little on the pricier side and I was disappointed that the menu did not have that many Filipino dishes and it was mixed with some Vietnamese ones. worth checking out and a cute, trendy place to dine in les. I will still probably just go to queens to get some real Filipino food.",real
15980,"I'm not exactly quite sure what happened to this place, but it used to be a five star quality location.  I lived around the corner for a couple of years, and frequented it both on busy and near empty days and it never disappointed... but something seems to have happened to this place in the last 2-3 years.  I never considered it a ""cheap"" spot, but I considered it ""worth the price.""  It's star rating slipped primarily because they are charging far more than the food quality justifies ($6 for virgin hot buttered cider that tasted like cinnamon hot water).  Eggs were overcooked.  Hot cocoa seemed watered down.  Basic things just seemed to be slipping.  And I *know* they can do better because they used to knock every menu item out of the park.   Sorry, this is more of a lament than a review.  I miss the CSB of five years ago.",fake
13004,"It had such great reviews so I was expecting something amazing. I gave 2 stars because the service was so great, but the food was mediocre at best. I order a pasta dish and I couldn't finished it because it was so salty. Yes it had olives in it, but I needed a gallon of water after I finished. My partner ordered lasagna that was kind of blah. It was covered with nothing but cheese and lacked any flavor. I feel guilty though leaving such a poor review because the staff was so great. Extra bread, lots of filtered water, warm and friendly. But the food tasted like something from Olive Garden",real
22407,"we went this saturday for my birthday with a group of 10 people.  the place was packed as always and we had to stand in the packed narrow stairway with an 18 month old.  we were told it would be a 2 hour wait which we all agreed was ok knowing its always packed.  well about an hour and half after standing on the stairs with nothing else to do but watch the place get more and more packed and the staff completely neglect the fact that we have been waiting for so long, an arrogant guy comes down the stairs telling his friend ""they said its a 2 hour wait for 12 people, but watch this"" and proceeds to go up to the manager and give him a bottle of wine and ask to be seated quicker.  now im hawk eyeing this guy to see if he gets seated before us - i mean we're 10 people and he has 12 - they cant miraculously make room for him just cause he gave the manager a cheap bottle of wine right?  well they did, they started moving tables and chairs passed us from outside to make a table big enough for this guy who only waited 30 mins before they had the audacity to sit him before us!!  so i went up to the manager to say something and he completely acted like he had no idea what i was talking about and when i said the guy said ""watch this im not waiting"" right in front of me, the manager said, oh you should be mad at him then, thats rude but not my problem.  Oh but it is a problem when you actually sit him first!!!  all the manager kept saying was ma'am you agreed to wait 2 hours so thats what you have to do.  i looked at my watch and said its been 2 hours and 10 minutes now how bout you ask that guy to give up that table so we can sit and he just walked away.  we were all exhausted from standing for 2 hours and couldn't believe the complete lack of interest in our business and that he actually takes bribery and ass kissery over quality customer service.  we walked out and went to a great restaurant down the street and will never be back.  the portions are small, the food is just mediocre and its pretty pricey - not worth the hassle or aggravation. Oh and i forgot to mention that people were standing in the stairs for so long getting agitated that a fist fight broke out at the top of the stairs and management just walked by and shook their heads completely ignoring the danger (not to mention fire hazard) of all of us standing on the stairs like that.   NEVER GOING THERE AGAIN!",fake
44223,Not sure if it was because it was during San Gennaro. But the entrees where not good. Veal cooked without care. Rigatoni was too soft and no sauce just meat. I did like there appetizer I do admit but the entrees not good.,real
43000,"Came to Max Brenner for a Saturday date night dinner. I had been before for an after theater dessert and wanted to try out their full menu. The food was great, but the ambiance is off-putting before 9 pm. Talk about a chocolate bar - the music was as loud as a college dive bar, which was only amplified by the screaming children nearby. We had the bacon mac and cheese and the pulled pork sandwich, both portions were generous and delicious. We followed with the Sampler Fondue dessert, which was a lot of fun and could only have used more marshmallows for roasting. For young people without children, I would only recommend this spot for a late dinner or dessert, when the lights are dimmed and the children are all in bed.",real
32355,"Rather a strange experience today at lunch- place was mostly empty, but our server was having a very hard time getting the job done at all. We ordered a mix of different small plates to split and our food took FOREVER, and what came out first were cooked things and rolls. Might have been wise to steam that edamame up right quick and get it out! When asked after at least a half an hour if we could have our edamame our waiter replied, ""when it's done"" ! He certainly told us. The food was very good, some unusual items not standard to most Japanese places was nice to see. Better customer service would be nice.",real
43251,Go for city sips. Have good wings and a drink for a whole 6 bucks. You will leave full. However do not be fooled by the chicken wrap things.  Yes they are the perfect bite on a toothpick. But only 4 toothpicks hence 4 bites.,real
48479,"If you understand the adage, ""Never order pizza in a German restaurant,"" you're smarter than I am.  Duffy's is known for it's burgers, so naturally I had to order a chicken sandwich the other day.  Wrong!  Chicken was every bit as tasty as shoe leather, and so hard, I not only couldn't bite through it, but had to borrow a steak knife, and even that was a struggle. I probably could have flung it like a frisbee, ""Oddjob"" style (From James Bond's ""Goldfinger anyone?) and taken off someone's head. Who's fault was that, mine or Duffys?  Shoulda known better, it serves me right, but is a chicken sandwich so hard to make?",real
5843,Great food.  I come here again and again.,fake
9418,"The name caught my attention, so I decides to try it. The food was good and cheap. Will visit this place again if I'm in the neighborhood.",real
45495,"Food was great and service was terrific. The place is definitely expensive but what's not in nyc? The wine guy (sorry don't know the technical term) was really educated and super friendly. He gave us a taste of wine before we ordered, but then gave us a full disclosure, I made this wine... His wine was good but not enough body for us. So we then had to awkwardly ask to taste something else. He then brought over the bottle of pinot that we asked to try. He opened it, poured it and said enjoy. He left we all looked at each other laughed and enjoyed the wine and a great meal!",real
35753,"My favorite restaurant in Philie. Their hanger steak, if it's on the menu, is one of my top steaks anywhere. A decent wine selection and a good looking restaurant and crowd. I don't live in Philie, but I've brought my wife to a hotel here just to eat at Rouge and she was not at all disappointed (and we live next to NY!). Great food, great place.",real
13186,"Tuesdays is Chicken pot pie and Thursdays is shepherds pie. If you love your comfort food coupled with the atmosphere only found in the oldest pub in new York city, then the Ear Inn is for you. It is 200 years old and looks it and is packed every night. Locals love it and so does everyone else. The burgers are also worth dying for. Yum yum yum.",fake
42429,"I love this place and everything they stand for.  What do they stand for?  Natural, organic, wholesome, GMO-free, chemical free, wellness, tasty, etc.  I was so overwhelmed by all the food choices that I could have stayed there all day.  It was so awesome to see fresh prepared food with all natural and organic ingredients.  They had chicken tenders that were ""breaded"" with almond meal, kale chips, curried sweet potatoes, chia pudding, etc.  Everything I strive to cook at home by following blog after blog was all in one spot.  It was incredible! While the owners remained true to the organice, range free chicken and grass fed beef, gluten free style meals, no preservatives, etc...The concept of the ""paleo"" diet rang throughout the whole cafe.  Most everything was dairy free and gluten free and nothing had white sugar in it.  One of the owners lives by the ""paleo"" diet so that is clearly evident, HOWEVER, even if you do not follow a specific diet you can enjoy the benefits of all the healthy food options provided. I tried the curried sweet potatoes and they almost had a rum flavoring to them.  They were DIVINE.  If it wasn't so packed in the upstairs eating area I would have no doubt licked my bowl.  I also tried the pre-packaged THAI chicken salad.  It was so good.  The chicken was organic and  of course it was not mayo based.  It would have been great on a piece of bread but honestly I throughly enjoyed it just as it was.  I also tried the chai tea latte with almond milk.  No doubt the BEST chai tea I have ever tasted.  It was spicy but not too overbearing and it was bursting with flavor.  I easily could have ordered another one. If I didn't have to take out a loan to buy the 3 items I bought, I would have bought a TON more.  The ONLY reason this place is getting 4 stars is because of the price.  I know healthy is often pricy but they sure took that to a whole other level.  Don't get me wrong though, I would come back in a heartbeat if I still lived in the area.   Great location (Union Square), cool vibe (I think I bumped into at least 2 supermodels while I was there), excellent food, unique concept---yup, they have it all!!  GOOOOO!!!",real
37254,"I wish I knew about Sassafras when I worked in old city. Regardless, I'll definitely be back now that I know it's there. A refreshing alternative to the trendier bars in the area. I'm a big fan of the old-timey feel. As it says on the website, ""Sassafras is like your father's bar, but in a good way."" They have burgers made out of pretty much every kind of animal you might want to make a burger out of. Bison, lamb, sirloin, ostrich (!). I went with the croque monsieur and tomato soup, which hit the spot, but there were several other things that caught my eye (like the house made Mongolian dumplings), which I look forward to trying the next time around. Sassafras, I will see you (and your Irish bartender) again soon. That's a promise. P.S. I really like saying ""Sassafras"". ...Sassafras.",real
11961,Food portion is huge. Restaurant decoration is cool. Sangaria is tasty! Would like to come again for some special food.,real
6104,"This place is probably a prime example of what happens when you open up a business w/out competition. The first time I went to this restaurant was the day it opened. This was located in Langhorne-- and it was probably the only time I found them to be good. I went there again (before they closed and moved), the food was nothing like the first time. Some items were still good though so not a complete loss. After they closed and moved else where, I went again to this new location and food was slightly more awful with even less items good this time. Finally I went to their THIRD location today (and there's something's to be said about a place when it keeps closing and moving somewhere else) and the food is all in all awful. And I don't mean to exxagerrate but good Lord.. If I burnt my money, I probably would be more satisfied than eating this monstrosity in the name of food. Rice is w/out-- WITHOUT, NOT with little, salt. Salad with everything mushed in and soggy. Microwaved bread which is at least a day old... I'm pretty sure I will not be going to their fourth location.",fake
46367,"I'm so glad this place is here, but the bread is not for everyone. Order carefully. Love the focaccia. Added a star for friendly service.",real
26690,"If you haven't found a good brunch place in Philly yet, try this one.  I had scramble eggs, homemade fries, pancake, french toast, etc.  I can't say it's the best, but the food are fresh and decent.  American breakfast are just American breakfast for me unless it's really bad.  I think I like this place more for the looks.  This is a cute little place that has cozy and comforting mood to it.  It usually gets crowd, but I didn't have to wait more than 10 min so far (I think we were there around 8ish and 11ish,  Wednesday and Saturday).  There were always street parking too. 4 years later I give this place 5.  I didn't think it was that good at that time when we were in Philly, but my husband and I talk about this place time to time.  We tried a lot of place in Chicago for 3 years and LA for 1 year, but we miss this place for some reason.  If I visit Philly, I definitely pay a visit and try this place again.",real
20046,Couldn't even see the cheez whiz on my husbands cheesesteak.  Pretty sure we both got food poisoning later that night...,real
39228,"Tasty, reasonably priced dim sum. Highly recommended if you're in the area. For quality of food and price, Noodle Chu is vastly better than the offerings in Fort Lee. It's also slightly better than Qin Dynasty across the street, which offers greater selection but is often packed and can be a little bit hit-or-miss with respect to flavors and textures. While it isn't quite the same as flushing, it's probably as good as it gets in NJ.",fake
24634,I really enjoy this place. There has only been a few times where the food has not been up to my liking but for the most part the food is usually always fresh and great. The individuals who work there are very nice and always friendly. You normally would steer clear from take-out sushi but if your looking for take-out this is definitely the place to go!,fake
34777,"don't worry about it n. : It is obvious that you own, or are friends with the owner of this place. Your tacky review probably just cost you hundreds in returning customers. Do yourself a couple favors, 1) run a better establishment and 2) remember that the first letter in every sentence needs to be capitalized.",real
36941,"We ate there twice after moving to the area...figured the first time the cooking or my taste buds were just off. Not so! The pancakes tasted like bricks, scrambled eggs were overcooked and the coffee just bleh! My husband had a turkey burger and greasy french fries. We do not recommend this place at all for anyone who enjoys tasty food. If you're in the area, Tops Diner is a great place to eat! Worth the extra 10 min. drive south of the Stack. Heading east? try the Schyuler Diner - their food is delicious also!",fake
44912,"This is one of the few places around that seems to know how to cook pasta.  I have only been to Eno Terra a couple of times, but each time, the food has been excellent.  I recently had the lobster spaghetti which was fantastic.  The deserts I have had here did not blow me away, but the entrees and service are definitely worth the trip.",real
41784,dirty pickle martini.,real
4654,Good food but personally you can find it at a diner too and not have to wait 30min. The mexican omlett is good and the pancakes. Its nice to go a few times but I got bored with it after that,real
741,"Wow!What a great little place!We stumbled upon it by accident, and I'm so glad we did! Very cozy atmosphere of España with the extremely friendly staff and great music. We came on the flamenco night and it was unforgettable! Tapas, little portions of seafood,potatoes or chorizo, turned out to be so much fun, you are supposed to share it with your friends.There are 2 prices for a smaller and bigger portions. For 3 people the smaller portion was enough. We ordered 6 tapas and a salad. Sangrias were delicious and the bill turned out to be so much less than we expected! I definitely will come back there again and tell all my friends about this gem! Olé!",real
7838,"A very good Greek restaurant.  Order some appetizers, a main course and some sides - or skip the main course and just order appetizers and sides.  They have a nice mix of meat, fish, veggies and salads and a great selection of Greek wines.  Don't forget dessert - the Mouzo (mousse w/ ouzo) is a great choice.",real
9390,"Food was great, a nice mix of various Asian cuisines. And all  you can drink deal can't be beat.",real
43496,This place is really good! One of the best cheesesteak  I've ever had. ( I personally think their 100x better than Pats and Genos) small  and very friendly environment. Highly recommended.,real
14153,"Fantastic! Broken rice pork chops, chicken chow fun, chicken papaya salad, veggie pho, and chicken lemongrass soup....all so good. Great flavor, good service, and quality restaurant. I ate here 2 nites in a row cuz it was so delicious, on my business trip. Highly recommend this place.",real
40319,"cute lil, tiny after work spot. gets very crowded after 6ish. there isnt a visible sign outside, so if ur not familar with the area, u will pass right by it. the exterior is navy blue with orange molding on it with large windown panes. the kitchen opens a quarter to 6. the gaucamole was average...nothing special. and i felt it was pricey for the amount. its a small bowl for $10! the chicken tacos were delish. well seasoned, meat was tender and moist. the tacos were soft, which i like cuz its easier to eat. the portions i thougth were perfect. for sum it wudve been on the small side. so if ur starving...they wud serve as appetizers, but if u plan on having apps, food, and dessert, i think its a decent size. strawberry tacos cudve used sum form of cream to add more of a pop of sweetness. overall, i'd recommend it...worth a try.",real
35984,"the pizza is decent, and i like that it's one of the few places open late here in the AM/FM, but they need to get their act together sometimes. it's usually just minor details that get missed, but sometimes waiting nearly 20 minutes for some onion rings just takes all the fun out of eating somewhere, y'know?",fake
14321,"We have a ole' time saying in Philadelphia that goes a little something like this... ""Fuck youse"" You don't like this place?  You think youse better then this restaurant? Fuck youse.   It could be less crowded anyhows if all the haters split and went to NYC based Penang which sux balls.   1st and foremost, let's get this outta da way: The spring rolls are the stuff of legends. Now moving on... This is not a Pho house nor a noodle house though they have both, it's a BBQ place.  Try the charbroiled pork, beef, chicken or shrimps.  Get broken rice combination and add spring rolls or squids or even the pork chops.  It comes on the bone and as everyone is well aware meat taste better on the bone.  Oh, you're squeamish about bones?  Fuck youse.   And the drinks?  OMG the drinks.  My inner Bukowski(that's my livers pet name) screams with anticipation.  It's tropical kitch paradise: Zombie with 151, Scorpians, Navy Grog, Mai Tai and the boku dinky dow of all drinks:  The Flaming Volcano. The menu calls it a drink for lovers to be shared.  I recommend 1 per head with a friendly race to the bottom.  FYI don't drink the puddle of 151 while it's still on fire.   Other highlights here are the salt and pepper seafood,  the BBQ platter app is good every once in a while, papaya salad with beef jerky, and the raw flank steak appetizer(oh, raw meat makes you even more squeamish den bones?  Youse knows the answer) Skip the stir fries and hot pots.",real
14870,"Went to this place based on yelp reviews and I have to say ...the yelpers are on the right track. I went for breakfast and had baked eggs with bacon and toast. While some salt on my eggs would have been great... and salt on the table so I could have salted my eggs would have been great , everything else was nice. The seltzer was amazing !!!!!! The atmosphere was chill. I plan to try it again for dinner soon",fake
8819,"This place has over 60 reviews and it's still 5 stars, and I know why! I went with a girlfriend  for brunch.  We both did the make-your-own buscuits option, had coffee, and shared a side of grits.  Holy hell.  Everything was ON POINT.  I was loving every bite and sip, and the sausage gravy was especially delicious.  We debated ordering dessert but were too stuffed - next time for sure.  My friend is from South Carolina and the owner talked to us for a bit - really nice guy.  I couldn't connect to their wifi from the posted sign, but I also didn't ask for help.  Will definitely be going back.",real
6873,"This is the trendier version of the original in Old City, and it's usually alot more crowded.  The menu hasn't really changed much (Steven Starr looses points for giving in to the drunk of an ASStronau Buzz Aldrin and taking his name off their signature drink),  but all the other classics are still there. The main dining room has classic 50's era car seat inspired benches that are comfortable and offer an entertaining view of Rittenhouse foot traffic.  The upstairs tables have a few (hard to sit in and eat) hanging basked chairs.  Service is quick and efficient and always upbeat and friendly. For a winter night, sitting by the fire upstairs isnt a bad way to spend the night.  In the summer, the upstairs deck borders on a nightclub scene and it's hard to get a drink at the round bar.  Stick to the 2nd floor bar for better and quicker service. The usual mix of the crowd is all over the place.  Teenagers with daddy's credit card, tourists, older couples, younger socialites...there really isn't any specific demographic you can expect to find here, but more of ""a little bit of everything"". The shoestring fries are probably what they're the most famous for. The filet with wasabi mashed and bok choy is another classic that you can't go wrong with. Calamari salad was always the first thing we'd order, but lately the breading seems to be a little too heavy and oily...regardless, it's a HUGE salad and enough for 4 people to share.",real
27186,love that this place is in my neighborhood. my husband and i have been waiting for a really good place to open in this area.  "restaurant row" is B.S this is one of two good spots in the neighborhood. LOVE THE MEATLOAF!!!!,fake
43409,By far the best cheesteaks i have ever ate.,fake
4505,"Look beyond the close quarters and strange art adorning the walls, and you will see that Tom's Restaurant has some of the happiest-faced customers you have ever seen -- for good reason. From families of all ages to pockets of twenty-somethings doing battle with their hangovers, patrons are enjoying Brooklyn's best breakfast. The perfect weekend meal spot, Tom's boasts a classic diner menu, along with some unique and tasty brunch items like Danish pancakes with blueberries, ricotta and parmesan. Sammies are simple and delicious, and fun beverage options like milkshakes or a Cherry-Lime Ricky completes the experience. I don't personally come here for the entrée items, but hey that's not what a diner is for, right? Service is fast and friendly in general, prices are more than reasonable, and the ambiance is...interesting. There is ALWAYS a line outside on Saturdays and Sundays, but it moves quickly and they treat you to orange slices and french fries with spicy mayo while you wait. When I first moved to Prospect Heights, I ate here three times in eight days. 'Nuff said.",real
29129,"We were told by a friend that this restaurant had a reputation as the best French restaurant in the Montclair area so we decided to try it out. The decor is pretty and the waitress was very friendly (although a little too familiar and intrusive by the end of the meal) and our opinion of the food was that it was very rich without being particularly flavorful. We ordered the steak frites and a fish entree as well as appetizer salads, and we both felt a bit ill later in the evening from the richness of the food. While it is possible that perhaps the place just had an off night, we won't be going back and continue our search for a favorite French spot.",fake
27317,I really enjoyed our family brunch here this past weekend.  The environment was relaxed yet spirited.  The food was hearty and well prepared.  The service was friendly.  This is definitely now the go to spot for weekend brunch.  I look forward to trying out dinner here as well.,real
41283,"great little awesome cubano place to go with friends. music, pretty, tasty, mojitos. awesome.",real
33904,"One word, mice. I wanted to love this place because I love dos segundos, I love Mexican, and I love east passyunk. I've heard tons of good things. Unfortunately our waitress was rude, there were literally several mice running around in the outside seating area, coming back and forth from inside ( I'm not kidding, under tables where people were sitting) and the guacamole was actually JUST mushed avocado. Definitely sad about how this turned out.",real
925,"Tourist trap. The owner is a racist and their steaks taste like ass. If you have a brain, you'd go elsewhere.",fake
40948,"Cafe Matisse is relatively small and understated, with a small outside area that we couldn't take advantage of due to the weather, however the dining room was very comfortable and the lighting was just right. We had a quick wine tasting before we dined, though we had brought our own bottle of wine with us. The host and wait staff were extremely attentive but were otherwise inconspicuous. The food was outstanding; we had the beet salad, sea bass, chicken wings and tuna tartar. Each one was a work of art and each one engaged all of our senses. I can't say enough good things about the meal we had there. Cafe Matisse has become an instant favorite for me.",fake
23265,"The first two times I went the food was average at best. I went back a third. The kitchen was out of two out of the three appetizers we ordered, but we were never informed because the waiters were switching shifts while we were there. When I finally got my entree it was inedibly salty. This is the only time I have ever sent my food back at any restaurant. The only thing that gives this place two stars is the friendly server. He seemed embarrassed over all of the mistakes that were made. I'll get my sangria elsewhere.",real
46659,"Fantastic location, friendly service, and great food. The outdoor deck has a beautiful view under the bridge over the river, and it feels like you're in the city yet not in the city. They have a spacious parking lot, although it happened to be full when we came. We ordered a meat and cheese plate to start, and three pizzas, all of which were delicious. They had a decent selection of drinks, and I just love the way the deck was set up. I would definitely return. We brought two small children, and they were very accommodating and our server was very friendly but not overbearing or annoying.",real
46172,"bar old fashioned (bulleit bourbon) was solid, well made. darby (rums + strawberry etc) was good, fresh. cucumbers tasted fresh, good seasoning. garbanzo beans popped. carrots delicious, interesting combination of chewy, sticky carrots, almond cake, and brown butter. matzoh balls horseradish mayo was good. matzoh balls were fine, light. bacon was bland, not smokey. ""jewish lunchbox"" gefilte fish was tasteless. shaken combination of barley, kimchi, and soft boiled egg was delicious. nice presentation. hanger steak prepared well. mad onions and sauce gave a steakhouse feel. banh mi poutine thrice-cooked fries were a good base. pork shoulder set it off. very good. action bronson.",real
19626,"Went here on St Patty's Day for a few beers and some food. I had the vegan pulled pork sandwich which was great and my friend had their beef burger which she thoroughly enjoyed. The staff was friendly and informative about the beer in an ever increasingly busy St. Patty's Day crowd. I loved the vegan options, the service and the beer selection..the music wasn't bad either. A really fun place makes me wish we had something similar down here in South Florida",real
45724,"A little late reviewing but I was here Friday for dinner. It's very fresh and clean and very Chelsea. Looking at the menu I would probably go back for brunch next time and pick somewhere different for dinner but overall it was good. The waiters were friendly, but not overly attentive and there was a lot of waiting between courses. They have an excellent chilled tomato soup (which was my first ever chilled soup so it could have gone either way) and I just can't get over how fresh everything was! They also had the best regular coffee (no special ordered weird stuff) I've had in a restaurant in a while. The atmosphere was very good, big windows made it light and clean until the sun went down and it was dim except for candles and sone small wall lights. overall it was good and had a very Chelsea feel.",real
39886,The roast pork leg + whatever side you want is the big winner for me here ($7). It reminded me of my favorite pork dish (lechon) and the skin was so crunchy and the just the right balance of fat and skin. I got the rice and beans as the side and they give you so much it was spilling over. Service was friendly and fast. Space was a bit cramped- 3 tables w/ 2 chairs each plus 6 counter spaces. Takeout seems to be the best option.,real
14745,"How I miss North Third! Love the atmosphere, menu & delicious drinks (mmm, blood orange margaritas). I come here with friends every time I'm in town. It's a great place, especially if you're indecisive about ordering like I can be and want to share a bunch of plates... Great outdoor seating, too, if it's a warm summer night. Minus one star because the food is a tad overpriced, in my opinion.",real
42501,"Hu is a newer deli / restaurant / bar which is committed to creating good tasting food which is completely unprocessed and natural before the food revolution processed everything we eat. And they knock it out of the park. The location is a stone's throw away from my home, and so I frequent Hu. They make an assortment of vegetable options daily, with chicken (breast or thigh) to accompany them on a platter. Some times they will offer another meat option. Also there is a large pay by the pound option for food they make. One day I'm going to tear into the venison but its a bit pricy (kind of hard to put hormones into a deer or elk running wild in the forest, venison meat I've always put a premium on), so I stick to the cashew chicken salad which is more in my budget range. Fantastic. If you care for a dessert, I got a quinoa chocolate bar made with almond butter which, I can undoubtedly say, is the best tasting chocolate bar I've ever had. And I hate chocolate. They usually sell out of them pretty fast as people buy 10 bars a time on the regular. Oh, and the price of that bar? $8. You'll know where that money goes when you bite into it. While some items may be on the more expensive side for a restaurant without a waiter/waitress service, you cannot top the quality of the food that is being eaten, so you're really coming out on top by choosing Hu.",real
46996,"I love living in New York, however living here has made me expect exemplary service. This...was anything but that. Got here for a 7:15 reservation and we're not seated until 7:35. That was understandable and plenty of room at the bar to sit and wait. Once we were seated, our server came quickly to get our order. Appetizers took quite a long time, we had to ask for them twice. Once they arrived, we finished them quickly (the salt and pepper shrimp was actually a little cold---which means it WAS sitting out waiting to be taken up). At 8:55 we were YET TO SEE AN ENTREE, and actually another server came to our table to ask us ""if we wanted anything else,"" I almost lost my mind. We cancelled our entrees, and left. (Everything was comped, thank goodness). But we are never, ever coming back. The moral of the story, is that I understand that a restaurant can become busy...but it was the utter lack of acknowledgement that we had been waiting, that everyone just walked past while we stared at an empty table. Not okay.",real
30881,Clam Chowder and Scallops were excellent. Sides were good. I would eat here again.,fake
27066,Buffalo tater tots. Holy crap awesome.,real
19525,Went to Khyber Pass Pub last evening with some friends and have to say I was a little disappointed.  After reading so many awesome Yelp reviews we were very excited to try the place out.  Dinner was at 8:00 and we were lucky to get seated right away.  The place was really loud so it was hard to hear what people were saying but we were expecting this since it is a bar atmosphere.  My husband ordered the bacon popcorn and he really enjoyed it but did say it was a little spicy.  He had the burger for an entree and I have to say this was very tasty.  Now on to the problem...I ordered the fried chicken cause I heard it was awesome.  What a disappointment this was.  The pieces were small and were very dried out.  The breading on the chicken reminded me of a shake and bake type of a texture and was one of the worst fried chickens I have ever had.  It's pretty bad when you say that Popeye's chicken was better.  I had the greens as one of my sides which was very very tasty and ordered a Big Ass Biscuit which was blah.  If you are calling something a Big Ass Biscuit it should be really big and not just the size of a Grands Pillsbury Biscuit.  It was very dried out and the butter the offered with it just crumbled the biscuit as you spread it.  My friend who is a Vegan ordered the sausage and she said it was her new favorite for this place.  It's very hard to find restaurants that have so many Vegan options on the menu and this place had a bunch so if your Vegan definitely try this place out.  All in all it wasn't a horrible place and the atmosphere and staff were awesome and friendly.,real
45998,"I really enjoyed the dinner I had here. The people in our group ordered scallops, duck, chicken and mackerel. Everyone's plates were empty by the end of the meal. Wine list is decent. The staff was attentive, but not overbearing. I was able to make a reservation on Open Table, which is always a plus.",real
15397,"Northern Spy (NSFC) wants to be a great neighborhood eatery and a place that people in the know would recommend to friends. Unfortunately, they aren't going to get a huge stamp of approval from the MeatsNBeats camp. I feel like NSFC comes close to being a great restaurant but lacks that extra something to get it over the hump. The place falls flat in my opinion, but not for lack of trying. The restaurant is super cozy and has a country charm like JoeDoe or Vinegar Hill House. It has that laid back care-free vibe, yet in reality, every detail of the place has been well thought out - from the locally-sourced menu, to the dining room's tables made from salvaged bowling alley lanes. NSFC has some really good dishes but is by no means amazing or worth a special trip. I do think it would be a great spot for a date or to catch up with an old friend, although make sure to bring your A-game because the food isn't going make you look like this guy (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Th…). I had done a little pre-visit menu reading and thought I was going to get knee deep in some chicken for two for the entrée portion of my meal. When I sat down and saw the adjacent table with the bird, I decided to strike up a conversation about the grub. Their response was that the chicken was pretty meh, so we had to call an audible like #18. We started with a special of grilled squid, oysters, white beans and caraway seeds, which offered an interesting flavor and contrasting crunch to the chewiness of the seafood. The dish was pretty good but could have used less wine as it came out on the soupy side. The NSFC's pork meatballs are hearty, delicious and you should make sure to get these if you ever visit. I think competition is good and the amount of meatballs on the LES and EV is making everybody step up their circular meat game. We were sharing two entrées which was fortunate because one was great and the other was a huge waste of time. The Hudson Valley pork loin was bomb. The loin was cooked perfectly - an incredibly juicy medium rare. The pork is served with onions and brussel sprouts, so pretty much a MeatNBeats dream meal. Both of us agreed that we had struck gold with the pork. The Long Island-sourced striped bass was a huge disappointment. The fish itself was under-seasoned and served on top of a celery root purée and some other mushy root vegetables. This was just not a good dish and unfortunately, it was the last thing I ate at NSFC, leaving me with a negative feeling about the restaurant. Now that I look back, there are definitely some high points but overall the food was like 3.5 stars. My friend and Southern food expert, Tricia R., had recommended Northern Spy's brunch and told me the corned beef was awesome so maybe there is hope after all. She also said ""they have a side of ham that is no joke."" Maybe I'll be back for brunch. Best Thing on the Menu: Meatballs, Hudson Valley Pork Waste of Time: Long Island Fish Perfect For: Peacocking",real
33043,"Finding not simply good, but great seafood in Philadelphia can be quite a challenge, most the top ten lists that are easily googled are very out of date, restaurants pop up and disappear in a blink but I must say that I hope Little Fish is here to stay. This charming little BYOB is nestled on a corner of Catherine St.  Very small fifteen tables maybe with the chef station out in the open with a small low divider separating it from the patrons.  Get reservations because they fill up fast.   Get all three courses! Have an appetizer, have an entree, and please please PLEASE get a dessert!   We had the Peeky Toe Crab and the Scallops as a starter and they were cooked to perfection.  The crab melted in your mouth, the flavors fresh clean and full of everything wonderful about summer.  The scallop buttery and cooked to perfection, so tender.   Entree, the skate and the halibut and they were both phenomenal and we found ourselves dragging the bread on the bottom of the bowls to sop up the last bit of sauce.  The ingredients are all fresh and as local as possible and you can tell in every bite.   Dessert was the Chocolate torte and the creme brulee (ginger flavored with pink grapefruit)  The torte with a good red wine was bliss and sinfully rich, the brulee again  clean bright and perfect for an evening summer meal.   I suggest you make this a stop on your trip to Philly, you will be hard pressed to find better seafood in the city, maybe better food in general!",real
41094,I am a new fan!! Can not believe I have never been here.   The pork shank was out of this world service excellent and the vibe was cool. A must try Also try the Cuban bread pudding it's delish,fake
38890,"I watched too many food shows. I was inspired by Anthony Bourdain's trip to Cambodia to try Cambodian food. After reading everyone's review, I had to try this place. It was SUPER SUPER cheap and SUPER DUPER DELICIOUS. We ordered 5 main entrees and 2 appetizers. Of course we have leftovers and we can't wait to return again. I am still craving for the combination fried noodles that my friend ordered. She is craving the wonton soup that my husband ordered.",real
15455,"Overall impression: amazing food and great service!   Went here with a group of 7 and we were seated in a little booth table - definitely cozy but it worked for us quite well.  The kale salad was very tasty and my entree was amazing - the polenta with egg.  So flavorful and fresh, my mouth is watering just thinking about it! I also got to sample some of the other dishes which also were great.   Can't wait to go back!",real
24284,"Amazing food, great beer selection and the staff is awesome. I lived across from this place for about 2 years and I am not sure I have found a better place yet.",fake
25118,"Five Tacos is perfect for a quick, taco/burrito/etc., but not a good sit-down spot. There's a bar along the counter so you can watch the cook assemble everything, but there's only one table, so I wouldn't recommend for large groups. The burrito was the size of my FACE. And I ate it ALL. I kept telling myself, ""no, take it home so I can enjoy this beautiful creation again tomorrow,"" but I just *had* to try each of the sauces available on the table. Man, if Five Tacos bottled and sold their chipotle mayo, I would be oh so poor. The decor offers no frills and the distance from trains sadly reduces it to a suggestion I'd make if I were already in the area.",real
15511,"This restaurant is oh so good.  I ordered the spinach salad, assuming it would be a dry, boring ordeal, but no. It had a delicately poached egg on top, and the whole thing had this scrumptious dijon vinaigrette with prosciutto-esque meats draped along the sides. It was phenomenal.  I split the pork meatballs with my friend, and at the end we weren't too stuffed, so we split the chocolate mousse-with this delicious homemade peanut brittle on the side. Heavenly.  I thought I had ended up spending a little more than I should have, but the entire bill was ~$40 for two people with an appetizer, two entrees, and dessert. So reasonable, even for two students.  Everything is local and the place is furnished so cozily that I will definitely be back, maybe for brunch next time!!",real
9283,"Love, love, LOVE! So, I didn't do what normal people do...get a reservation. I'm glad I didn't. I can here right after work one day...I had a groupon, not that I needed on to entice me to come here in the first place. Being that I didn't have a reservation and I came right after work, I got to sit at the bar with my friend. Happy hour drink specials...$1 draft PBR, not too bad...we had about 3 each. I totally loved sitting at the bar, it was the bar in front of their open kitchen. I was enthralled by watching them putting all the food together. And everything just looked ridiculously delicious. The service is great. They are very attentive. Foodwise, we ordered the following things: Sizzling Sisig - this dish is awesome, there's a reason why it's so popular and it's not just because it's a pig's head, be sure to squeeze the lime on it for added flavors. The meat is delicious and moist and cut into bite-size pieces. The egg fries while the plate is in front of you. though I don't add cilantro, it goes amazingly well with this dish. Eat it with some rice...just because, but it's not needed...it just helps to savor the flavor and last longer (enough for two people if you're not too hungry)...though it looks kind of small Crispy Pata - this was a huge dish, but oh-so-delicious. if you're thai-ish like me, then sprinkle some of the dried crush pepper onto your pickled mango salad and it'll taste just like home. the pork is delicious moist and the skin its ridiculous, awesomely crispy and crunchy, you just can't pass it up Market Greens - these were awesome. the perfect thing to balance our our meal Regular white rice - helps when you're eating so much pork You MUST check this place out. It's awesome...and delicious...and oh-so-good!",real
35539,"You can find me here on any given weekend. it is a staple in the rittenhouse area, brunch is nice as well as lunch and dinner. The scene is all packed with upscale people.   I have been coming to this place since I was younger and have always loved it. I am amazed as to how they have managed to have constant great service and food.",real
37706,"Food was ok, nothing amazing. Pricey for overall experience.",real
11268,"4-5 stars for this great cozy place which serves some very good food.  Went here after aquagrill did not accurately communicate their wait times for first come first serve bar seating.  Didn't matter as my wife and I were fortunate to get a table immediately here and proceeded to have a good time. Seafood plateau was awesome (5 *****); high quality, fresh seafood: lobster, giant New Orleans shrimp with their heads on (yum! gotta suck all the goodness from them), kumamoto oysters, little neck clams Frog legs (4-5); perfectly tender, juicy, and seasoned. (one of their specials) Beef marrow and oxtail marmalade (4-5): get it! lip smacking good stuff! Fried chicken (4); very crispy skin and tender meat. Solid dish. Paella basquez was pretty good (3-4); nice amount of fresh seafood cooked perfectly, but rice was a bit overcooked.  I would still get it again, though. :) Side of fries was the only not so good thing here (2); was a little too limpy/oily and not crispy) Will visit this place again in a heartbeat.",real
15452,"I really think this place is over-rated, or at least overpriced.  My fiancee and I went here after it left a co-worker going back for seconds and thirds.  Don't think I'll be returning anytime soon, as my kidneys can't take it!   All of the food was so sodium-rich that it literally left me in pain the next day, and this was after drinking about four glasses of water before going to bed, as a preventative measure.  We had the corn chowder soup, which was cold and even though I knew it would be served cold, somehow came as a shock.  Things with creamy textures should not be served cold.  Bleh!  We also had some fish and another dish, which although both good and had some interesting flavors and textures, were too heavily salted.  Desert was completely forgettable.  I think it was a pie of some sort.  Meh.",real
33164,Super tiny bar and super loud. I could barely hold a conversation with the person next to me. Not to mention dark as well. We sat there for a while and no one came to offer a menu or help. We had to fetch it ourselves and even then still got poor service. Never going back.,real
8891,"Lovely ambience, fantastic tapas, great wine selection, and charming staff! This is a great neighborhood spot that is wafting with wonderful energy. Don't miss out on the roasted eggplant and sautéed spinach - they go great together. And make sure you chat with the owner(s) - they are welcoming and have a great sense or humor!",real
42846,"Now I can't speak to their entrees, but as far as desserts Max Brenner has yet to disappoint. I have had various items on their dessert menu from their classic sundaes to their chocolate chunks pizza and each time it only gets better. This being said, until this day my favorite has been the s'mores concoction. It is a heavenly combination of marshmallow fluff, delicious milk chocolate mousse, graham crackers, what I think is toffee, and caramelized bananas. Usually I am not a fan of dishes with too many ingredients in one, but this combination is simply genius. Additionally, it is creatively displayed on a graphing paper design plate, and demands interaction from the guest by separating the caramelized bananas in a small dish and toffee in a small beaker which is up to the consumer to pour into the main mix of chocolate, marshmallow and graham crackers which itself is presented in the most adorable mason jar. The service is always great; everyone who has served us to date has always been very attentive and personable. The place itself is very versatile in that it can serve as both a romantic date place featuring dark wood furniture and candles on each table, or a cool trendy spot to go with a group of close friends.",real
14774,"i. love. this. place. and not only because i went there for my first date with my future husband. (and i'm not typically the type to say something so corny as ""my future husband). the decor is quirky without being, ""whoooooa, look at how quirky we are!"" and it feels totally homey. the beer selection is outstanding, and the menu is fantastic. i have never had something i didn't like, and i've tried quite a bit. definitely a good place for dinner or drinks. i have to say, i was not a huge fan of the brunch, but only because there are so many outstanding brunch spots in the area - i am spoiled. definitely worth checking out.",real
13191,not a good spot for hanging out at the bar if you are with a group of 5 or more. too crowded!,real
31524,"Loved this place! My boyfriend and I decided to go to this place as a last-minute Valentine's day dinner. Lucky for us, it was about 8:45 pm and the place was fairly empty - the server said we came in just after the v-day rush. We had such a good experience (minus the weird couple next to us who were clearly on their first date, after meeting online... I know this because their conversation was so freaking loud). The food came out in a timely fashion, the servers were attentive and friendly, they kept our water re-filled, and when there was food left over (because the servings were huge) he bagged our left overs up, and added more rice so we could eat it for lunch tomorrow! One server that I have to point out was pretty awesome was the older gentleman; don't know his name.. but he was super attentive and very friendly :) My only complaint is that when I wanted to finish my meal off with an Indian Chai from their menu, he told me they weren't able to make it that night... but I understand... it's busy and whatnot, I just got a black tea instead. One thing I should also point out is that my boyfriend is a Rican who was not introduced to Indian food until we started dating. Up until now, he has been very ""ehhh""-ish about Indian food, and has basically eaten it to humor me. However, after dining at Star of India, my boyfriend came home from work today and stated that he wanted to order delivery from this place because he was craving the sauce from his Chicken Tikki Masala. That right there says a whole lot to how delish this place is! Also, this place is a bit cheaper then the other places I have been around her (I usually frequent Sitar or Kamal). Every single dish is a few dollars cheaper, which is nice :) I will definitely go back!",real
24806,"Slid into Slate last evening after work for a few drinks and a bite.  I could go to my neighborhood spots almost every night, but my fiancée is into variety.  After all, it is the spice of life, right? I was aware of Slate for a while.  You could almost miss it walking down 21st Street, it's very unassuming from the outside.  Maybe that's why we were the only two people in the place for the first half hour of our visit.  Sitting at the bar we ordered our drinks and waited for another friend to show.  Happy hour wine for the ladies, and a Slate Manhattan for me.  Oops, the bartended does not know how to make that drink - this is one of Slate's specialty drinks.  I hate to give them a hard time here because the staff was very friendly, but this is a review (of sorts) after all. Slate offers a mussels du jour starter, which came in two styles on this particular Thursday.  We ordered the white wine with chorizo variety.  The heaping pile of mollusks were served in a delicious broth that we mopped up with their flakey fresh bread.  A great snack for two.  After a few more drinks we ordered the Short Rib Mac & Cheese.  Slate uses a blend of five cheeses for the mac which I delighted in.  The short rib was mixed into the cheesy noodles.  A really nice small plate.  That was the extent of the food we sampled during this visit. Slate offers a small selection of draft beers and a pretty substantial variety of bottles.  The tap list featured the usual suspects but nothing particularly inspiring.  I settled in with a few Brooklyn Browns and enjoyed the remainder of our visit. Slate has a sleek interior.  A dark marble bar with matching tables in the dining area.  The lighting was fittingly low.  They have some interesting art on the walls, and each piece is for sale if you feel so inclined.  A large window street-side offers a nice view of the adjacent row and passer-bys.  The outside seating will be nice in the warmer months. I'd really like to give Slate four stars, it's a cool little spot with good food (judging from what we had) and a very friendly staff.  But due to execution issues and the fact that two of us had to wait completely dry for three minutes, I have to go a bit lower.  And to clarify, I don't mind waiting in a busy bar for my drink, I am a patient guy, but the bar was practically empty. But give it a shot if you are looking for a classy after-work drink, or even a date.",real
18267,"hands down the BEST brunch in the city!  The blueberry pancakes with the most unbelievable caramel syrup - we get these as a side to split bc they are so delicious!  Their eggs, omellets and other creations are equally amazing.  And the biscuits with fresh jam are a MUST!  The grapefruit juice is literally squeezed minutes before reaching your table and the hot chocolate is served in a massive bowl mug. Don't stop just for brunch as their dinners are great as well.  their pizza with goat cheese is amazing and the chicken is wonderfully prepared as well.   *note if you are going for brunch on saturday or sunday -- it opens at 10am, but unless you want to eat at 1 or 2pm, you MUST get there at (preferably earlier these days) 930am to put your name down, otherwise you won't get a table.* **Cash only**",real
32280,Love their pad see eiw with shrimps! It's so addicting.. I'll def come back and try other things,real
37749,"Cash only ! And tepid tap water. So far. very small place, open air, very nice staff just kinda laid back.  i thought both the entrees at the table were decent, i actually enjoyed mine, (the feijoiada), more, as leftovers the next day! caipirinha was decently strong, i had 2, and was pleasantly buzzed. i have attemptedd to come here on a Saturday night in the winter and it was packed to the brim. it was nice on a casual Saturday afternoon .",real
27811,"Brunch review only... If I was basing my review solely on the food it would get a 4 or 5.  I mean, it's actually a pretty good deal that you get a free drink with good food for only $11 or $12.  However, the server woke up on the WRONG side of the bed.  I've been a server before, so I know you have your moods.  But there are some things you just don't say unless you're charming enough to get away with it...  My friend asked, ""Is your orange juice fresh squeezed?""  I knew the answer would be no and expected that simple response.  Instead she said, ""Do you think we'd give away free fresh-squeezed orange juice?""  Not even a chuckly to indicate she was joking.  It was almost as if I was stuck in an awkward sitcom diner scene with the stereotypical ""angry waitress."" Negatives:  I don't know if it was the day or what, but the pixie-haired hostess was equally as surly as our server.  Another negative: We were seated smack-dab in the middle of the extremely narrow restaurant so our elbows were constant targets.  Yet another negative: One bathroom. Positives:  The biscuits are pretty awesome.  Free drink with entree.  All of my positives basically reflect the kitchen.  I have no complaints in that respect.   In closing, I know serving can be a pain.  But I also had a lot of fun.  When a server assumes the worst from the get-go, it's a terrible sign.",real
38640,"There's a glimmer of a movement here in Northern Liberties of the Midnight Food Cart.  Dapper Dog isn't just the pioneer of the 2nd Street Weekend Street Food, it's The Best.  If you find yourself in Northern Liberties on a Friday or Saturday night, you would be doing yourself a disservice by not stopping by this late night food cart. Look, the dogs are CHEAP, they're DELICIOUS, and DD has come up with some of the most mind blowing concoctions known to hot dog eaters world wide.  My two favorites are the Jersey Dog and the Chicago dog, but don't let me opinion stand in your way.  Besides, it's 2am, I know where you've been.  You want a mac and cheese hot dog or a pepperoni , tomato sauce and provi hot dog, RIGHT NOW. Most notably, the guys running this cart are super awesome.   Get there before the bars let out to avoid the wait.",real
9326,"Anytime is a great time for Filipino Food. Throw in a Mimosa and you have a great Filipino Brunch! I wanted to step out of the ordinary brunch menu of scrambled eggs and French Toast. Pig & Khao offers a lot of Filipino favorites such as Longonissa, Sizzling Sisig and even Champorado with BACON. They also have Sizzling Corned beef Hash, Grilled Pork Jowl and Green Mango Salad to name a few. You can scope out the whole Brunch Menu here: pigandkhao.com/wp-conten… I stayed loyal to my heritage and ordered some Sizzling Sisig. Anywhere I go, I always try the sisig. I've been to a place in Brooklyn that served it in a bowl. Basically a bowl full of grease. I wasn't really pleased. This place does it very well and it comes to you piping hot. You have the choice on breaking the egg and mixing it all in. I've seen others let the yolk cook a bit through. I just mix it all in. Squeeze some lime and your good to go. I also got the Grilled Pork Jowl which consists of watermelon, chicharron, toasted rice, chili-lime fish sauce and some herbs. This was pretty tasty and all the elements went well together. I let the chicharron sit in the fish sauce for a bit to soak up all the flavor. The dish was a perfect blend of sweet, salty and had lots of layers of flavor. Brunch isn't complete without a Mimoas. Pig and Khao offers FOUR different kinds to choose from. You can get OJ, Lychee, Watermelon and Mango. Can't make up your mind? Try all 4. Mimosas run $8 a glass, but you can get BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS for $15. That's a sweet deal! All in all the meal was very good. My only drawback was that the entrees didn't include rice. It will cost $3-4 for a small bowl of rice. It's not a big deal, but when you go to other Filipino restaurants it's included. The staff was very attentive and on point. My glass of Mimosa was never empty. Average brunch for two people at this place would cost you $60, it's a bit expensive, but the Bottomless Mimosas makes it all worth it.",real
23511,Great food.  Authentic Cuban food.  Byob and bring some Bacardi to  spike your Mojitos lol,real
11895,"En vacances à New York, on a essayé ce petit resto... Et vraiment superbe, il y en a vraiment pour son argent. Un poulet entier avec une big salade et des frites à la française!!! La serveuse super attentionné, qui me disait attention, ""it's very huge, it's in general for 2 peoples"" et les gros yeux qu'elle m'a fait quand elle a vu que j'ai tout fini^^ Et ma chérie a adoré son saumon aux épinard et champignons. 66 $ (plat les plus chers) pour 2, et croyez moi à la fin je pense que personne ne prend de dessert^^ Je vous le conseille si vous êtes descendu à l'hôtel Yotel ou pour si vous êtes proches de Timesquare.",fake
19510,"I had the hot sausage po' boy with fries and cole slaw.  Food was great.  Also had a couple of frozen mint juleps which were tasty.  Very boozy but good.  Also tried the bacon fat popcorn which was greasy but delicious.  Did not have any beers, but they did have a pretty extensive beer list.  Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stop in for a drink or to get dinner.",real
1337,Certainly not the best anymore but an "institution" none the less.,real
29733,"not very cool unless you're in with the bouncers.  very crowded dance floor.  fights break out (you'll lose unless you're friends with the bouncers - evidently they're not there for the protection of the general crowd).  even the dj, dj deejay, talks this smack about wanting everyone to have a good time and how they're watching out for the ladies, but turns a blind eye when it's his buddies starting stuff on the dance floor.  saw a guy shove a girl across the dance floor (something about how she elbowed him when he was dancing behind her) and the bouncer was unbelievably dismissive.  especially, do not recommend this place to girls - crazy to see a bouncer ignore the way in which a friend of his treated a woman.  it was one of the most unacceptable behaviors i've witnessed in a bar.  management seemed at a loss for keeping it under control.  unsafe, disrespectful, disgraceful.  go elsewhere.",fake
25256,"I had been wanting to go to Pok Pok, but never really wanted to deal with a wait. I finally got the chance on an early Sunday dinner. I had been to Whiskey Soda Lounge prior, but Pok Pok is the superior Ricker establishment. I really wanted to try the poussin, but they were out of it and a couple of other things by Sunday. So we settled on the minced pork laap, the pork belly/shoulder curry, and the chiang mai sausage. I skipped on Ike's wings this time because I had already tried them before, but man they are good. The minced pork salad blew my mind. It's not really a salad, but more of an explosion of flavor of spice. It is spicy, but not in the hot sauce kind of way. Paired extremely well with the sticky rice and cucumber. The curry was as equally amazing. The meat was tender, with the pork belly fat providing a lot of flavor. The curry tasted amazing with the sticky rice. I was going to shy away from ordering it because of the overabundance of pork belly in my diet, but I'm glad that I did not. On the other hand, the Chiang Mai sausage was a complete miss. The sausage, while solid, felt uninspired compared to the other dishes. It came with some other vegetables and pork rinds to dip in a chili paste. I also ordered a gin and tonic, which had quite an interesting flavor from the kaffir lime. It paired very nicely with the spices from the dishes; worth a try. Service was a bit slow, but the food came out fast. I think that value has a place in the discussion of Pok Pok. My SO felt that the prices were a bit steep considering that in Thailand (which my SO has been to), much of the food can be found in the dirt cheap places. While true, I think the dishes that amaze at Pok Pok can be hard to find in the US. Moreover, when I browsed through the recipes in the cookbook, I'm not even sure where I can find a lot of the ingredients (e.g. blood?!). So until I can gather the ingredients, Pok Pok has created a nice niche in my heart.",real
21837,"Delish and unique food with a blend of multi-layered, diverse ethnic flavors.  Be prepared for no average fair.  Recommend the pickled scallops(my fav), eggplant buns, zucchini pizza and cheese dishes - skip truffle dessert- it was just ok.  Liked the shrimp and chilis as well.  Great inexpensive wine list.  Also be prepared for a tight very small place with communal tables (only 3 in the whole place).  The food is so good that you get used to it.  The service is terrific and the staff is very nice.  I have had the pleasure to meet the chef, an Iron chef finalist and he could not be nicer.  His interesting blend of flavors and a former pastry chef of Jean George is someone to keep an eye on-  this is only the beginning and you can say you went to his early restaurant.",real
17264,"Ah, Clinton St. Baking Company, we finally meet. After our initial interaction, I can say with certainty that we have a love/hate relationship. I love the fluffy delicious chocolate chunk pancakes with the maple butter. Each bite literally melted in my mouth. I love the crispiness of the sweet potato fries, how big my cup of hot chocolate was. I hate the amount of calories I took in while indulging my sugar whorish ways. I hate how my stomach felt after devouring all that sugary, high calorie goodness. I hated how long I had to wait to get a table. Seriously, Clinton St. Baking Company is good. I decided to treat myself and throw dietary caution to the wind by having a meal here. I just felt so guilty when I finished eating, and my stomach hated me. The service could have been a bit better considering how tiny the place is, but whatever. This is definitely a have a meal here, then run 9 miles later to burn it off type of place. It's almost summertime and I can't let Clinton St. Baking f up all my hard work.",real
36633,"Gorgeous ambiance, with food that doesn't quite live up to the promise of the decor. I'm sure the Darden restaurant group spent a ton of money designing this restaurant chain. It's beautiful inside -- classy, cozy, intimate. Kind of Salt Creek Grille meets Bobby Flay Steakhouse. The servers are polished and well trained (mostly). So why only three stars? Darden should have spent a bit more on the execution of food & beverage side of the business. My friends and I tasted a few of the specialty cocktails. All were too sweet and tasted like they might be geared more toward a TGIFriday's crowd than an upscale chain clientele. The wine selection is nice, but like the cocktails, they're a bit pricey. If Seasons is trying to pull locals from the bars at Witherspoon Grill or Salt Creek Grille, they'll need to up their game. While I give kudos to Seasons for having a gluten free menu, here too the execution is weak. Both the Greek salad (with no olives??) and the cedar plank salmon dish were bland overall. In today's world, there is no excuse for preparing GF dishes without any spices or seasoning. There are so many safe options, that it makes me wonder if the GF menu was designed by a team of lawyers -- worried about being sued by by GF patrons -- rather than by a chef. The salmon itself was actually quite tasty, and properly cooked. However the portion was small, and the accompanying vegetables were undercooked and devoid of any real flavor. I did not eat dessert but my friends loved their selections, so that seem to be a hit. Overall, my friends and I enjoyed our evening at Seasons 52, but the ""buzz"" about this new chain may die off quickly if they don't aim a little higher with the food. As it is, I would recommend the bar as a very attractive place to take a date or meet friends for happy hour. Sample the food and see what you think. Since they've only been open a week, I am hoping the management here will refine their dishes a bit. It's nice to dine in a beautiful restaurant but that also sets high expectations for the food. Right now, the food is decent, but I am hoping it will improve by my next visit.",real
5017,"Cheap good authentic Cuban Food. I first found out about this place on Yelp and decided to try for myself. I love the bacalau, pork chops and my personal favorite is Chicken Francaise. You have three options for rice. Either white, yellow, or the special rice that includes beans. The food here really does feel like a home cooked meal.",real
30187,"I won't lie, I was apprehensive when I walked into the uber-hip diner/night club. It seemed too focused on image, but as it turns out, they're equally focused on making amazing food. I ordered the chicken sandwich because I'd already eaten 1 brunch that day. That was seriously the best sandwich of my life. I got it without cheese and with guacamole. It's fine without the guac, but the way it mixes with the flavor of the red pepper aioli was absolutely incredible. Excellent bread pudding and brownie sundae. My jaded ruby cocktail was just eh. I've definitely had better.",real
13546,"Stopped in for lunch last week $6 for an ""entree"" and 2 sides I think is how it's listed on their menu, but it looked like a free for all based on what people were getting. I got yellow rice, plaintains, and shredded pork butt. SO SO MUCH DELICIOUSNESS. The owners are the sweetest people too which really makes me feel great about supporting a local business who does their shit well and is appreciative. Cash only, delicious food only. Go visit them!",real
26323,I was indecisive about what to eat and risked another chance at Sabrina's. My past visits to other locations hasn't been so great. I ordered the Tuna Burger w/ sweet potato fries; both cooked to my liking and flavorful.  Tonight changed my opinion and I'll become a patron at this location.,real
11230,"some of new york's finest food - the escargot is the best I've ever had or could dream of the service is SLOW (waiters), not attentive at all but the manager always seems to notice and step in and get what you need. can't recommend the place enough overall - such great food.",real
28622,"Translated from Japanese, Cocoron means ""heartwarming""; an appropriate name for this restaurant, given the type of food it serves. The location on Kenmare Street is an offshoot of the original location in the Lower East Side, but can accommodate more guests. In addition to some traditional Japanese plates, Cocoron focuses its menu on the popular soba noodle, which is made from buckwheat flour. The location is easily passable as there isn't any evident signage on the storefront, but walk in and you will feel like you've been transported to Japan. My friend and I met up here one evening after dinner, and despite the fact that there were plenty of open tables, their policy would not let anyone be seated until the entire party was present; a bit of a nuisance, in my opinion, given the availability of seating. Nonetheless, we were led to a table, and given menus and hot towels to begin the evening. The options for soba are plentiful, including hot, cold, and dipping style. You also have the option to choose the Medium (130 grams of noodles) or Large (180 grams of noodles) size. Between the two of us, we decided to split two appetizers and a large dipping style soba. The silken tofu is one of Cocoron's most popular dishes, and is a must-order. A moderate portion of tofu was served with a myriad of toppings, including ginger, seaweed, onion, and bonito flakes. With a splash of soy sauce and pepper, it was a simple yet refreshing first bite. The ham croquettes were next, and this neatly plated dish featured four bite-size pieces of lightly breaded and fried deliciousness. They came paired with a savory dipping sauce and easily vanished in mere seconds. As for the soba, we'd decided on the Pork Kimchi Dipping Soba. The noodles were plated separately, while the broth arrived in it's own cauldron, complete with its own flame to keep it warm throughout the meal. Our server was kind enough to explain the basics to us, and being able to lift a small pile of soba into the broth and then transfer it into your own plate is certainly a fun experience, if not a bit tedious. The noodles lacked a good chew, however, and the flavor of the kimchi broth weren't retained well in the soba. I also wish they had given us just a little more kimchi and pork, but it was enough to make for a light meal. Cocoron may be a good option for lunch or a quick dinner if you're in the area, but I'm not entirely sure it's worth it's own trip.",real
28549,"We love this place.  Cold and hot soba.  The appetizers are also good.   Super cheap, so it's a good value move. It seems to fill up quickly but I haven't found the wait to be that bad.",real
8798,I'm a fan! The chicken steak brunch was perfection. Will definitely come back for more!,real
18747,"Rude, stupid assholes. First, I am a NYer, born and raised here and my age is probably higher than the total number of reviews written for this place. I know all about rudeness, I am a rude MFer, but being rude when you are running a business is a major sign of assholism. I never ate there and never will. I read all the reviews of this place and was pretty excited about going there. They sounded like they had it together. Their web page lists ""Curb Side Service."" In other words, since you won't find parking, they will bring the food out to you. Smart. I phoned in the order (several items) and showed up 20 minutes later on a hot, B USY, summer night. Two-land street, but one is for cycles. And tourists eating outside, yammering and shouting everywhere. Pulled into the bike lane in front of 31 Prince St. (NOTE: they are 2 stores away at 27 Prince; it's no more than 20 feet west.) Phoned to say I was there and would someone come get my credit card. Middle-aged bitch w/attitude says, ""You have to come in. We can't send somebody out."" I mention the web site and curbside service. I say I'm in front of Double RL (a shit RL store) and she says, ""Pull up in front of the store."" I'm 20 feet away, mind you. I decided fuck this shit and leave. Stupid assholes. How to lose a customer, who really fat and eats a lot of pizza.",real
871,"Saw this place on TV, so I decided to visit while in Philadelphia.  The food was horrible!  They give you very little meat, which turned out to be a good thing because it was awful.  All these travel shows showcasing this place could not have actually ate there, because they would not be advertising it as one of the best.  If you want a real cheese steak, or even a tasty one, go elsewhere.",fake
46929,"The restaurant is small and they just keep taking online reservations like they own the entire city block. Expect long lines and waiting at least 30 mins. Real bad experience tonight,  made worse by the fact that we had with us my wife's sister and her two kids who are visiting us from our of town. This place used to be so much better. The only redeeming quality was that the food is still decent. Oh posted this too soon. They forgot one of our orders. So in summary, if you want to wait a long time for really poor service, this should be your place of choice.",fake
41050,"Everything about Cafe Matisse is enchanting.  From the wine tasting that greets you when you walk in - to the friendly, professional staff - to the decor and outdoor seating.  The food is unlike anything you've ever tasted and the chefs have such a rare and unique talent for food.  Worth the splurge!",real
15415,"friendly staff, fantastic food, great concept.  Love, love, love!!",real
41962,"Awful, awful service.  I hate being mistreated by the bartender and a waitress all on the same visit.  Decent burger and good beer list if you can forgive the terrible service.",real
6173,"Easily among the best BBQ restaurants in NYC (and I could easily be convinced it was #1), Morgans BBQ brings expertly smoked pork shoulder, sausage links, falling off the bone pork ribs, and their specialty, incredibly tender fatty brisket. Top that off with an excellent bar stocked with a very deep Bourbon list and you really can not go wrong. We ran out of time to try the seasonal cobbler but I definitely won't miss the next opportunity. This is a great place to go pre-Barclays Center.",real
49544,"I live on Eagle and finally was able to try this spot when I had some friends in town. I will definitely be back. Super friendly staff, great menu options, and it's affordable. The food is high quality and they have a lot of delicious options. The chai tea is delicious! We got a few of the breakfast sandwiches, and all three of them were great, so you can't go wrong. This is going to become my go to breakfast/brunch spot in Greenpoint.",real
22275,"A corner bar that's doing their best to bring in decent bands. It's not perfect (sound is better on some nights than others). They don't book as many acts up my alley as they had in year's past either. But, this joint is classic in a town (and country) that sorely lacks surviving venues of this type, size, charm & with their hearts in the right place.",real
8303,"Went to Pylos with a group of 9, so a res was a must have. To start, 3 of us chose to share a few apps and then order salads for our entrees. The rest of the table shared a separate selection of apps and ordered entrees. They serve warm pita triangles with a chickpea dip (not sure if this was their version of hummus). Nice, tasty way to start a meal. For apps, I tried anginares moussaka (artichoke heart moussaka), saganaki tou merakli (3 melted Greek cheeses) and haloumi (sauteed haloumi cheese with grappa and grapes). I don't eat a lot of meat, but I think the more classic moussaka might have been a better choice than the veggie version. Not that it was bad, certainly interesting, but not great. The 3 melted cheeses were tasty, but got cold (and coagulated) kinda fast. The haloumi was yummy, but not spectacular. We also ordered a side of tzatziki, which was cold, fresh and lovely. For my entree, I chose the patzarosalata, which is roasted beets with beet greens. My friends ordered the Greek salad, which looked huge, but nice and fresh. We all enjoyed our salads, but I think we were kinda full from apps. The rest of the table was all over the menu. I saw the seafood salad with white beans, the chicken, short ribs, striped bass, grilled whole fish, and the shrimp and scallops over pasta. All looked good, and everyone seemed to enjoy their food. I had a good time, and I liked the food, but I have to admit I was underwhelmed. But I'd go back again if invited, and probably would try different things.",real
2537,Toooooo much hype.  the food has no flavor.,real
17810,"Came here cause of Bobby Flay. Best pancakes I've ever had. Wonderful breakfast! pretty expensive, especially when they charge you $2 for extra maple butter, but hey, its NYC, and man the wait was pretty long but we walked around the block (not much to see), at first our hostess wasnt too nice but when we got seated inside the crowded and loud restaurant she warmed up and took our coats, so though breakfast came to $91 for a family of 5, not a bad experience",real
32327,"Tonight was our fifth or sixth time dining at San Sai and I must say that the earlier reviews concerning the problems with service were true but things have improved a lot. The wait staff that remain are knowledgeable about the food and can provide good recommendations. The ultimate bottom line for me though is the quality of the fish and it is definitely the highest you can get at any sushi restaurant in town. I very much enjoy getting the chirashi or the sushi sashimi dinner and am always satisfied, both in terms of the quality and quantity. Furthermore, when it was warm enough to sit outside, the sunset lake views from in front of the restaurant is incredible.",fake
24619,"Anyone who knows me knows i love a good burger.  I came here for lunch and boy oh boy do i not regret one bite of it.  Its a nice cozy space with open views of the kitchen.  The staff there including the cook is nice and everyone greets you as you walk in.  I ordered the bacon jam fries (god damn whoever came up with this recipe should win a Lifetime Achievement Award. The fries are nothing short of amazing as is the burger i ordered.  The fries were juicy and had lots of bacon and cheese and just were out of this world.   The burger i ordered was the Montclair Blue Burger and wow was it exceptionally juicy.  They didnt asked how i wanted it cooked but i normally like my burgers medium or medium rare -  super juicy.  The burger came out medium and it was perfect.  the Buns were stuffed with blue cheese, chipotle sauce, sauteed mushrooms on a yellow bun.  I added a little ketchup to give it sweet kick.   I will def come back to try the other burgers and the prices are decent compared to places in the city.  Keep up your great work guys!",real
8558,"I just ate here tonight. This is a small restaurant and bar inside the Days Inn. Who would have ever thought the Days Inn would have such a good restaurant. The food was awesome with big portions. We got complimentary warm bread that was right out of the oven with olive oil. Wings were slightly spicy and plump with a great taste. My tilapia came with a Greek salad which was decent. We enjoyed everything we ate including the house soup, tilapia special and Cajun chicken pasta. The food came out with perfect timing and our server was cool. She seemed very sencere. There aren't many food options in the area and this is probably the best bet.",real
45702,"So many times I've come by cookshop, debating a cocktail at usually awkward post brunch times, and finally actually decided we'd sit at the bar and get a couple late afternoon drinks. Being a bloody mary snob, I'm rarely pleased with bloodies - but Cookshops was one of the better I've had in NYC! Can't vouch for the food, but the menu looked great, bartenders were awesome, love the ambiance and decor, so other than the long walk from the subway (or my apt), i can't wait to return for dinner! Will update soon..",real
19498,First place that my gf and I went to in Philly during our first road trip together. I couldn't have made a better choice. The atmosphere was really chill and relaxing during the heat wave on Friday. We started with the cornmeal crusted oysters and split a mixed green salad. Both were incredibly delicious. I ordered the brisket sandwich w/ mac n cheese. She ordered the fried green tomato BLT w/ okra. We both had affairs with our food. The beer menu was really neat and organized. The cigar city brown ale was stellar on tap. The service was fine. Surprised that there only seemed to be one waiter working in the middle of the afternoon. I really can't wait to come back here again.,real
7105,"i came here a few weeks ago with my friends. The atmosphere is great, as is that of all Stephen Starr restaurants. The portions are small, but it tastes incredible and my friends and I did some plate-sharing. I accidentally ordered spinach with a side of spinach, but it was still incredible. The spinach ravioli was perfect. They're desserts were some of the best I've had, I had the pretzels and beer, which was pretzels with chocolate Guiness ice cream. It was the perfect portion size and I was incredibly pleased!",real
6595,sea bass or filet.,fake
24836,"Exactly what I want out of a burger joint! The food is a little pricey for a burger, but boy oh boy was it worth it for the quality. Won't be able to go that often due to the price, but a visit every other week or so will definitely be in order!! Great selection of different types of meats and an even wider selection of toppings. Can't complain about much besides the use of pickled Jalepenos instead of fresh ones. However my other toppings were delicious, especially the guacamole and bacon (3 types by the way). Consider ordering sides though, because the burgers were a little small.",fake
12216,"My partner and I tried Pio Pio and had high hopes for our first Peruvian meal. It was a fantastic evening ! Welcome was warm and service throughout was quick paced and friendly. Cocktails were great (Pisco Sour was very good) and cheap at around $10 each and food was really good. Felt like an authentic taste but then I guess we wouldn't know different. Either way we loved the calamari, the avocado and shrimp, Juanita's chicken and my filet in soy sauce was terrific.",real
15065,"They only have a small menu but usually that means that the food is exceptionally good - and that is true. We ordered the Roasted Chicken and the Elysian Fields Lamb which were both absolutely flavorful and good and also neatly garnished. We also ordered a side of their delicious Duck Fat Fries, which I can highly recommend. A great idea is their Sunday Supper, which means a 3 course meal for only $24. They also have a large selection of wines, beers and cocktails. The service was perfect and our waiter was very patient and helpful even though it took us a while to decide what to order.",real
49662,"This is an ideal spot for a nice and casual brunch. We ordered la Pizzetta, which was large enough for two girls with a decent appetite to share. The flat bread had an immaculately crisp consistency and the mozzarella literally melts in your mouth. All in all, the ingredients tasted extremely fresh and the rest of the menu looked divine. Will definitely be coming back.",real
26013,"Went here in January with a large group (10, maybe?) and although the place is small & crowded & a little on the loud side, they were incredibly accommodating... They put up with slightly staggered arrival times, indecision over food - and didn't get huffy when we didn't consume copious amounts of alcohol (which, given that we were taking up two tables on a Friday night and were there for a pretty long time I was impressed with). Food was very good, IMO - big salads, yummy quiches.  Certainly more than enough for dinner.  Can't report on the wine, really - we got two bottles of sparkler b/c we were celebrating, so I didn't focus too much on the other varietals and pricing. I would definitely go back again if I'm in the neighborhood, although probably wouldn't travel out of my way for it, given the abundance of good wine bars sprinkled throughout the city.",real
20351,"Go for Meatball Monday: you get an appetizer, entree & dessert all in meatball style, with a glass of wine for $31.   Absolutely incredible.",real
45429,"Meh. My Sunday brunch meal here was good, but it wasn't really $15 good. The vegetarian options were slim, so I ordered the casserole baked eggs - 3 eggs baked, toast, and a side of bacon. The waiter let me sub bacon for grits (which were delicious albeit very, very rich). The eggs were....eggs. The meal as a whole was solid - I cleared my plate, nothing was under or over cooked - but it all fell a bit short of spectacular. The service was aces. When construction workers down the street ramped up their drills the waitstaff allowed us to move inside and quickly got us settled into a new table. And a place that actually takes Sunday brunch reservations? Unheard of! I left full and not remarkably disappointed by the price, but I don't feel the urge to come back soon.",real
48647,Great italian food for reasonable prices in a quiet location....the papardelle funghi was delicious and the shrimp diavolo was cooked perfectly...love the complimentary vegetables in olive oil they serve with bread....will be back to try some other items...four stars for ok service as the server disappeared for a while,real
45681,"Trick question of the day... How does a perceived four-star restaurant achieve five-star status? Answer... when said establishment delivers. Saddened as I was by the closure of Cafe 202, after Nicole Fahri sold her soul to The French Connection, this departure has led me to great new culinary experiences. And while I have been slow to review Cookshop after several visits, it is apparent that this place is one of evolutionary loyalty. Reality has definitely trumped perception. An all-around, locavore foodie experience, my visits until recently have been limited to four-star lunch and brunch... Lunch and dinner this last week, however, have been exquisite from beginning to end. During a fantastic lunch one recent afternoon, we were seated in a booth next to Brooke Shields, (looking beautiful, sans make-up, an anomaly that I attributed to her role on Broadway as Morticia in The Addams Family).  My house-prepared pastrami sandwich left me adamant that I would never, ever visit another New York deli. So, I convinced my ""sort-of-best-friend"" in town for the week from Los Angeles that we really, really needed to skip the Green Table (her New York fave, and where I had been five times in two weeks), and that we really, really needed to go back to Cookshop for dinner. We ventured north after a visit to OWS at Zucotti Park for a civilized, establishment-style meal. And this is where Cookshop resonated with me, cooking on all five cylinders. Arriving a half-hour early for our reservation, we were directed to the bar, where Marcello prepared the perfect martini, with Crop organic vodka. It was as though I had made it myself. (My friend's lemon-drop was not quite her preference, but not for lack of Marcello's valiant efforts.) Seated at probably one of the best tables in the house, dinner just escalated from there, an experience that was replicated the next evening when I was hosting another guest in town. In two evenings, with my friends, I managed to rotate the roasted chicken, the rabbit and the scallops. Each was perfectly accented with local herbs and vegetables, and perfectly prepared to complement the main dish. These have been meals that rival the best-of-the-best in New York. And the service has been impeccable as the food. Fast forward to this last weekend... Not only was I remembered as a regular, they immediately found me a table in a manner that I'm not allowed to disclose, and delivered the most perfect huevos rancheros, something that you can't even find at the best-of-the-best Mexican restaurants in this city. Cookshop is so much more uniquely New York than the ever-present Duane Reade. If you want *real* food, and great service, this is as good as gets.",real
43925,"if you like chopped meat dalessandro is pretty tops...it does have a similar problem to jim's meaning it leaves a pile of chop meat on the grill in a pile so it can get a bit dry... but shrooms, onions w/ provolone is pretty darn good when it  is done right, sucks that it a 15 min drive from my part of philly im taking a star away...i know its not fair then again neither is life b/c mickey rourke didnt win an oscar",real
42865,"This is a lesson in how to ruin a restaurant. Ate here many times soon after they opened. They had AWESOME chocolate desserts. The chocolate sauce they called ""fresh"" was unlike anything I had ever tasted--thick, unctuous, and powerfully flavorful. Not surprisingly, the place was always packed--if you didn't have a reservation, you waited 45 minutes for a table. Returned last PM after a 2 year hiatus for desserts. What a disappointment! First clue should have been the sparse crowd--the place was way less than half filled. The menu was also very different with far fewer choices. We ordered: a chocolate heart cake (AKA lava cake) was overcooked, tasted burnt and had no melted chocolate in the center. A request for a scoop of vanilla ice cream with the aforementioned ""fresh"" sauce resulted in a 1/8 cup scoop of almost completely melted ice cream. There was--no exaggeration here, no more than 1 tablespoon of actual ice cream in the bowl floating in melted ice cream. It came with their ""milk chocolate ganache""--I was told they stopped doing the ""fresh sauce."" The ganache was thin, watery, and lacking in chocolate flavor. What happened to this place? Some questioning of the staff solved the mystery. About two years ago, the Brenner organization underwent some sort of reorganization. It sounds as if the rights to the Brenner name along with the existing stores in the United States were sold to an independent restaurant group. (Presumably not a franchise...had Brenner franchised their name, they would retain control over food quality). Since then, according to the staff, the new company has been ""making some changes""--quite a few by my reckoning. And the changes coincided with our menu selections. The ""fresh"" sauce was a casualty of the new management--outright eliminated from the menu, and the recipe for the molten cakes had also been altered. Based on last night's experience this exercise, presumably to reduce costs, has been done at a HUGE sacrifice in quality. Staff training is apparently not a priority, either. If it were, my waiter, who claimed nearly 2 years experience at the site, would never have served a dish of melted ice cream. AWFUL, AWFUL, AWFUL and what sheer foolishness, both on the part of the Brenner organization for allowing their name to be used this way, and for the investing company who purchased a successful and amazing concept and are now in the process of destroying it. Unless I hear something to the contrary, this place is off my list and unless they get their act together, I'd wager that the place will be out of business within 2 years.",real
41111,"The most authentic Cuban food in the city.  I usually eat at the bar and the place has become a 2nd home.  Orlando makes the drinks and makes the introductions--- introductions to delicious libations and nibbles...and to a plethora of old east village characters. I've since moved, but come back here whenever I can.  There is a secret special dish off the menu you should get if it's still offered.",real
36946,"Oh my possibly the best breakfast place in North Jersey. The breakfast is scrumptious, you get so much food and you pay so little. I always get The Hungry Man if you never had it, it's a must get if you're a fatty like me. For $9 you get toast, pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, this potato thing that i forget that's called you but it's good too and all the coffee you want! After you're done you feel like a breakfast champion, screw wheaties! THE HUNGRY MAN!",fake
28609,Nothing special. Definitely not worth the 40-minute wait to be seated. It's also very small and loud.,real
48527,"Very good City Italian, nice thing is the price is not too high. The staff is extremely friendly & the atmosphere is casual. This is more of a casual Italian palce to go to rather than the formal night out.",fake
33683,Don't do it.,real
14876,I really enjoy this place.  Love it for brunch and dinner.   Had the maple walnut french toast today - very tasty.  Loved the maple whipped cream (but wish there had been more of it).  Got to try some of their polenta and eggs - it was also very good.  They must get their eggs somewhere nice because the yolks are always such a beautiful yellow. This place does get a little overcrowded - wouldn't recommend it for a romantic date but it definitely is a great place to get a good meal.,fake
46217,"I went here for my birthday as my family took me out. It's one of the best Italian places in NJ. Very Authentic and you can taste the flavors of Italy. Pasta's are homemade and you can see they have passion for cooking and service. I love when the chef comes out and goes table to table asking how everything is. It's a family owned place and you really can't get better. As soon as you walk in, you feel at home and in good hands. Whatever you order, you will love. I'm dying to go back here. There are not many very good Italian places anymore in NJ and it's a pleasure to have a place like this that is still providing excellent service and incredible dishes. This is place is a must.",real
1289,"Rude, Rude, Rude service.  Not to mention, have racist signs taped to the window where you order. Seriously, what is wrong with you people?",real
27747,"Took family members here who were visiting from out of town. Wanted badly for the food to be great, that's why i chose it. I had heard good things. The chicken and waffles, the waffles were burnt black. The burger's bun was so stale that we hit it with a fork and it was hard as a rock. This would be no big deal if it was a diner, but the burger is 16 bucks. On  the plus side, the wine was good. But I wouldn't recommend this place. Prime Meats is up the street and very good. And there are tons of other great places to eat within blocks. Dissapointment.",real
46990,"Unfortunately the pho wasn't satisfying for my taste. They have one or two basic meat pho and that's it - no other variety or vegetarian option. Most people don't complain about too much meat but that's how I found Obao's pho - way too much (brisket and sliced) beef and not enough noodles. I hate wasting food but I got sick of eating so much beef that I couldn't finish it. Flavor of the broth was fine but they should balance the dish out more. The space is really nice - very big, cool wood walls and light fixtures. Service was not great though - we arrived just before the early dinner rush (5ish) and only 4 tables filled. But it took almost 15 minutes for someone to take our order and give us water when there were at least 8 waiters/hosts/bussers just standing around the POS system. Maybe they were meeting to go over things before the dinner rush but that doesn't mean they should make the people who are there wait. The place did get very packed within 30 minutes - good for groups - lively atmosphere and large bar.",real
22887,"Place is gorgeous ! The food is amazing .. If you like authentic Cuban food . This is it !!! I came here for a friends birthday, and I'm telling you the food smells amazing even when they walk by with other dishes (lol) Great spot for a date night, or night out with family. I will definitely be coming back here.",real
14154,A local hotel front desk clerk pointed me here for a late night bite. Win! I had the BBQ Pork vermicelli with a crispy spring roll. While not a generous bowl it was great. Actually barbequey.,real
29127,"Not ready for prime time. French is a difficult language for most. Duck should lead the menu. My duck was flavorless and not warm. The Calamari Salad was petite and less than a fresh catch. The Cornish Hen was flavorful but the size of an appetizer. This place is ideal for young couples exploring atmosphere without a budget concern. I enjoy paying for great food or satisfying  portions, but when both are missing, who wants to order dessert?",fake
19340,Best pulled pork in Philly and fantastic Mac & cheese. Service at the bar is much quicker compared to seating area. Good beer list.,real
39118,The food reminds me of Grandma's Sunday Meal. Not in a good way. Grandma sometimes forgets some important ingredients. The red sauce was great. Very tasty! As for the meatballs? Very bland. Which surprises me. Don't get me wrong their tender. Just the way they should be made but the flavor of the meatballs should hold on their own. You have to do a "no sauce test" to understand what I mean. As for the price? It should be less.,real
34999,"I took my s.o. here for our 4 year anni. It was everything the reviews were cracked up to be. Fresh flowers galore, great menu, ambiance, impeccable service and even a cool, autumn breeze. That's right folks. They opened up the retractable roof in the back section so there was this incredible air flow that pushed the floral scent throughout the restaurant. Amazing. I have to add that my s.o. did complain about his shrimp having shell bits still attached to them. They were apologetic and said this was normal for the dish. It didn't make or break anything for him.",real
40029,Its a bit cramped so don't go with a big group and expect to get seated right away. You're basically sitting on top of each other next to strangers having to hear parts of random convos...not my favorite BUT the food was GOOD!  The watermelon margarita was good although they forgot the salt around the rim. The chips tasted like home made tortilla chips and the three salsas were amazing. The enchiladas de mole poblano were very good! I search high and low for good mole poblano sauce and this one is a winner! The camarones borrachos were good too! Yes its a bit pricey but its worth it.,real
24028,"My favorite Spanish restaurant ever!! Great food, sangria!  It gets packed in there but well worth the wait. You need to fast the day you are going because you are going to want to eat everything that comes your way. I love the rodizio but I had to stop ordering; just couldn't eat everything that came by. So I started ordering Steak on the Tile (not on menu, you just have to ask for it. Other rodizio restaurants in the area try to push you out, this restaurant does NOT push you out, they want you to stay there & enjoy.",real
36881,"This place is serious about its drinks. This turn-of-the 20th century watering whole is lovingly restored, from its paneled ceiling to the dark-wood covered walls and intricate bar carvings. Some taxidermy is thrown in for hipster cred, no doubt. The music volume stays lower so that conversation can proceed at a comfortable level. Their concept of barrel-aged cocktails works to perfection, and isn't overpriced, as some start at $8. One of the best bar between New York and Boston (and better than most in Boston, to be sure).",real
16446,perfectly delicious pancakes. crispy and buttery around the edges. dense yet still fluffy in the middle. huge chocolate chunks drizzled with melted maple butter.  yum yum. hands down the best pancakes in nyc. but an hour wait?? i don't know. guess you have to try it once although it seemed like everyone there besides us were tourists. double smoked bacon was delicious and my dates eggs Benedict was on point.  yes- a great nyc  brunch spot. probably one of the best. would I wait in line for it again - no.,real
32972,"Hands down, the best meal i've had in the city!!! The place is a bit small and the guests are kind of crowded together, but it was easy to deal with when you get an amazing meal in return. For appetziers we had the octopus salad (i didn't know what to expect but this was sooo incredible and i loved every bit of it), kumomoto oysters and we each had a delish meal. My bf and I literally licked our plates clean. So if you want an amazing fish dish...come here! Make sure to make a reservation and BYOB!",real
872,Made a special trip to Philly while vacationing in NYC for my own taste test.....ten times over Pat's is better and most importantly....their service was impeccable!!!!! Geno's needs to get rid of that grumpy ole hag taking orders!!!!,fake
20622,"UVA UVA UVA ~ what delicious food you have! Took my boyfriend Nick there for his birthday this past weekend & we had a fabulous time. The decor and lighting is romantic (LOVE). We had a lovely waitress who was making sure to check on us every so often.. Not pushy at all. We started off having the appetizer dishes... 1) the dish that is smoked mozzarella rapped in Prosciutto with bread crumbs was to die for! 2) we got the meatballs, so yummy! We both got two different types of pasta.. Simply wonderful. The one thing we were a little upset about was that they didn't make it clear on here or on the website that they don't start making pizza until after 11 pm! We found out after we were seated and asked for a type of pizza, Bummer! Other than that it truly was a perfect place for a romantic dinner for two! A must go to dinner location if your in NYC!",real
34450,Luv Green Eggs,real
7211,"I ended up at the Continental Midtown, not by choice, so my expectations were low. With that said I had a good time. The food was better than I remember it and it had a good crowd (although it seemed a little younger than the Continental on 2nd). I still think it is overpriced for what you get, but it does show you that success is sometimes a function of a low standard.",real
35222,"We went to dinner last Saturday at Salinas.  Gorgeous ambiance, as you pass by towards the back of the restaurant there is a table with fresh cut flowers, AMAZING!!! We got a table in the back and roof window was open, so we were sitting under the stars. Waiter came over right away, very friendly and very knowledgeble.  We ordered what he recommended and everything was beoyond amazing.  All the appetizers, entries, desert to die for.  We would come back anytime!!",real
17030,"I'd give this place 3 stars mainly because it's a bit overrated. The food is pretty good but it's way too overpriced for what it is. The employees are also a bit snappy in the way they talk to customers but I guess that's what comes with such a busy place. I came here with four friends and we were actually lucky to have only an hour wait time. We ordered the Huevos Rancheros, Pancakes with Warm Maple Butter, Wild Mushroom Omelette, Vanilla Bean Pancakes, and Maine Lobster Benedict. The huevos rancheros were great--especially the jalapeño sour cream which was amazing. The benedict and omelette were good but I can't say that they impressed me any more than eggs benedict and omelettes at most brunch places, so the dishes just ended up being overpriced in my eyes. The lobster tasted a bit overcooked and dry and wasn't as flavorful as Maine lobster should be. Honestly, it seems to be mostly the use of fancy ingredients that jacks up the prices. However, the sweeter dishes were impeccable. The berries were very fresh, the pancakes very fluffy, and the syrup a perfect level of sweetness. Once again though, $12 to $15 is way too much for a pancake, even if it is really good. If you do come here, have their pancakes, but with such exorbitant prices and a long wait for slightly better than average food, I think this was a one-time experience for me.",real
38809,"If you want to watch dirty 1920's porn with a $5 drink, this is where it's at!  I like Hell's Kitchen bc it has managed to bring in a young crowd to this random little corner in Newark. With all the competition on Ferry St, you would think that this place doesn't get much action but it does. Food is good, they have a nice happy hour menu with $5 well drinks, sangria pitcher specials, and food specials. Staff is friendly and where animal print as part of their attire which is hot. Music is different depending on the night that you attend and sometimes they have live bands and burlesque shows too. It's def a chill place to just hang out and kick back. I have yet to see a fight or even a loud argument here. So stop by and have a drink!",real
31651,"Beer list is great. A lot of options. Management seems disorganized. I've never had such an awkward waitress before. I had the pulled pork sandwich - it was good but had a bite too it. Overall, I may go back if I'm in the area, but it's not a necessity!",real
44652,"Excellent place to have a light meal with friends!! Great food -- we particularly enjoyed the Turkish dumplings, goat cheese salad, and braised short ribs -- but everything was delicious and the service was very attentive. Try the flight of wine, paired with your food! Altogether, we had a lovely time here.",real
25046,"The burrito's rice was so hard it almost broke my teeth.  I went on a Saturday, so maybe just avoid buying burritos that day. I also felt worried about eating the chipotle mayo and other sauces as it was not refrigerated.  I felt the burrito really was overpriced.  Everything was far from what I know and love as taquitos y burritos en México.  The guys working there were nice enough, and I they may well be Mexican, but I doubt they designed the recipes as they did not really taste Mexican at all.",real
40649,"Checked out Barrio Chino last night for the first time.  Great LES style decor.  Friendly NYC style waitstaff.  Excellent Top Shelf Margaritas and amazing Guac and chips.  Shrimp Tacos were outstanding too.  For all that they get 4 stars. However, it can't be 5.  Why?  Meal was $60 per person.  And we shared an taco app and one entree (Ahi Tuna).  We did have 2 Margs each.  Simply too expensive.  Plus the Ahi Tuna was cooked medium when we asked for rare.  And there is a looooong, wait as the place is small.  Nope, can't get 5 stars unless all is perfect.  But it is definitely better than Mercadito which is over-rated.",real
36079,It is becoming increasingly difficult for me to drive by here without stopping for a slice of bbq chicken pizza. However I suggest you steer clear of the tuna melt - its open face and I believe they use swiss cheese and its just all wrong.,real
19799,"First, let me say that I eagerly look forward to coming back and upgrading this review after more visits to Pingala Cafe.  For now though, 3 is the best that I can do and that includes one star just for the beautiful space/setting.  A-OK is not bad!  It's like a B-.  Or a C+.   I ordered the ELT.  I realize that this sandwich already has a following but I have to tell my truth.    While all of the individual elements were ok to good, the tomato and lettuce were totally overtaken by the bread.  The bread is fine but I like to taste the L and the T in my ELT.   The smoked egg plant was oily and chewy like undercooked bacon can be but I did not get the smoked flavor. Onion jam and maple dijon aioli both tasty.  All together they make a fine little sandwich.   I would not spend that much on that particular item again though. If this were a mainstream restaurant, I wouldn't go back because there are so many really good restaurants in Burlington.  Since PingaIa is willing to serve the gluten-free vegan folks, I am very committed to their success.  I am still going to work my way through the menu over the next few weeks.  I am happy to pay more than usual for clean, fresh, vegan food - as long as it's really good.   I also ordered the Spring Rolls.  The inside was at least 90% noodle (udon?) with speck of cabbage, a slice of sauteed mushroom, a shred of carrot.  They had that wonderful bouncy rice paper texture on the outside, a fresh crunch of anything from the garden would add a nice contrast.  Peanut dipping sauce is good.  This item would be great on a kid's menu - for kids who don't like vegetables.   The space is gloriously wheelchair accessible and very inviting.  The food is made to order and things move slowly.  The people are beautiful and smiling.  If you have time to relax and enjoy yourself, this is a beautiful place to hang out and enjoy a meal.   Pingala Cafe gets an A+++ for effort and I am coming back soon to find my favorites!",real
44607,Not sure why this place has such great reviews. I just had a very average ranchero breakfast wrap from here. I also had to wait 10 minutes for it. Won't return on purpose.,real
47714,"Bruno's Sicilian is the best pie I have ever had, and it has kept me from sampling their normal cheese pizza. The other food can be hit or miss, but generally is quite good.",real
2382,"Just okay. I think I prefer my meat chopped up. I liked their hot sauce - VERY hot. Obviously, xenophobia is hard to swallow, even with a nice helping of wiz and onions. I'm glad I tried it, but I'll stick with Jim's.",real
48171,Great little fish market near Princeton Univ. We had the blackened catfish sandwich with fries for lunch. good portions and reasonable priced. Outdoor seating or they may let you sit in their restaurant next door. Its also across the street from a bike shop that sell Trek bikes +,real
35601,"On a cold windy night, we found our way in Rouge on Rittenhouse Square.  Having walked by this place many times, I was never really impressed with their front, but inside, the atmosphere is warm and cozy. The first dish that was served up was the French onion soup with gruyere and provolone.  I didn't have this, but word is it was good.  I had the King Salmon - a nicely cooked filet of salmon laid on top of a mixture of kale and red quinoa.  The salmon was delicious, but the kale and quinoa were mediocre at best with little to no flavor.  I asked for the dish without the honey-mustard sauce since I'm not a fan of mustard, so that may had altered the intended flavor profile.  I did ask if they could substitue the mustard sauce with something else, but was basically told there wasn't a substitute.  I had a bite of the Seafood Risotto, which tasted fresh and flavorful, unlike my kale.  We also shared the truffle parmesan pommes frites - come on, you know nothing with truffle oil can go wrong. For dessert, we had the olive oil lemon cake served with vanilla gelato and cherry (?) spread.  We didn't taste much of the vanilla in the vanilla gelato, but this only made the flavor of the olive oil lemon cake stand out even more.  We also had the ice cream sliders - two of which were light and delightful, the third one (peanut butter) was the unwanted third wheel with no contrast in flavor and heavy to the palate. Overall, the food was great; however, there were a couple misses.  First, we each had a small plate and a butter knife, but no one brought out any bread.  After the French onion soup was served, we had to flag down one of the waiters to bring over the bread.  Second, the outer layer of the risotto came out cold, and needed to be mixed up to distribute the inner heat out.  Third, it would had been great if the kitchen tossed the fries and truffle parmesan first, rather than just sprinkling the parmesan on top (which means by the time you get to the fries at the bottom, they're just plain old fries).  So, no big mistakes that can't easily be fixed.  In the words of a terminator, I'll be back.",real
49475,"Really, really good pho! If you don't ask for more, pho tai is what you will get. If you want more, ask for what you want and you'll get it. (shrimp, tendons, meatballs, etc..) Don't expect white glove service, but expect prompt service. If you can make it on Saturday, their Bun Bo Hue  is extremely good. Also, their chicken pho on Sunday is  very tasty. One minus is that their summer rolls have too many noodles for filler. Note: At times they are very busy. They are worth the wait!",real
38581,"I was with a party of two last night, expecting good food, but I was really, really disappointed. Positives: the nice Korean lady who served us half the time. the complimentary fried fish appetizer. Negatives: the grumpy Korean male waiter who was rude and aggressive. the 35 minute wait at 9 o'clock, and no waiting space. the food; the soon tofu tasted like ramen sauce sprinkled over the soup and we waited 30+ minutes for our korean bbq. The ambience was a typical k-town restaurant, loud and with bad music. I would not come here again.",real
20310,"The atmosphere was romantic and cozy, but the food was lacking. We started with the pizza style focaccia - the pesto sauce was a bit boring, the cheese was bland and the bread wasn't anything special. It was decent, but I wouldn't order it again. For dinner we shared the truffle gnocchi and the prosciutto stuffed ravioli in mushroom sauce. The dishes were good but way too heavy on the cream. We were definitely in a food coma after that meal. Along with dinner we were able to catch the wine flight special. It was a good deal ($14 for three wines) but I didn't enjoy the white wine selection as much as I enjoyed the red wines. Overall, the service was great, but the food was unmemorable.",real
38152,"I haven't been to the Manhattan BCD since it was relocated like yearsssss ago. I'm ashamed. It used to be my to-go restaurant in K-town. Needless to say, it is still just as good! Came around 6pm on a Friday, and there was a crowd! But, didn't have to wait long for a table; got seated upstairs. I ordered the beef soondubu this time around, mild because as much as I love spicy, my body for the life of me cannot handle it, boooo. Warm, yummy goodness! One thing I love about Korean restaurants in general is their little dishes (my friend taught me the correct wording for it, but I don't remember it at the moment...) Kimchi, random vegetable, that squid thing, pickled cucumbers, what's not to like. And at BCD, you get your own little fried fish (that's always a battle to eat, but I love it!) Their BBQ is great as well, as I have had in the past, but the Soondubu is always the way to go here. I mean, it's called a Tofu House for reason! :) okay, I'm craving for a bowl now...",real
3185,"Seriously, what is the big deal, its alright, but i think i paid 7 dollars for a freaking sandwich i could have made at home with some onions & steak-ums. The place was decorated with all these photos of famous people and the building was painted bright orange. I also dont get the whole ""speak english"" thing, those guys had an accent that was so heavy I couldnt understand what they were saying. I swear these guys could star in the Godfather or the Sapranos. ""Wit or WITOUT?"" wait that's not proper English, I dont get it. bottom line: genos isnt all that great and throwing their hat into the ring in the immigration debate is stupid, they probably have illegals working in the back for christ sakes!",real
41566,"I went to Sweet Afton for both dinner and brunch. Of course, their dinner is awesome with great beer and their brunch is also fantastic. One of the best burgers and fries in Astoria. My fav beer is Organic Peak.",real
21995,"coolest indian restaurant in the area. i think that they could do without the far east asian dishes, but everything is quite good. many of the dishes can be spicy and therefore kill the delicate nature of the dishes, but i suppose that that effect goes hand in hand with indian.. they could use some more vegetarian options as well. many of the dishes overlap with the same flatbread, as well. that def needs to be changed (esp because the menu is so small to start with). dessert was just great. the truffled strawberries were delicious. it can be made at home in 5 minutes too! did it right when i got home, but i thank them for the idea. very friendly staff. use the restroom before going, the bathroom basically does not exist",real
47171,"Apps: Spare Ribs wrapped around Sugarcane are fantastic and really something special. Crispy pork belly is cooked to perfection. Chicken skewers are served with delicious sauces that make a seemingly ordinary option extraordinary. Drinks: The Fig-a-tini was ridiculously good, and very refreshing. Not sure how the boys' beers were, as I was not straying from my drink. They seemed perfectly happy though. Entrees: We each ordered a different protein in a different curry broth. The duck was succulent and there were lychees in the broth (an added benefit in my opinion). The beef was tender, not dry. The sea bass was cooked perfectly. Ambiance: Some of my favorite interior decorating in the city. Noise level was just right. Service: We went here before going to see Macbeth and let our server know ahead of time. Everything came out quickly, but never before we'd finished our previous course. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. Highly recommend.",real
27867,"I had brunch here with friends and I have to say that I wasn't that impressed. It was good and definitely above average but meh! The service was so-so. Our waitress seemed not interested in our party, it took forever to get our drinks and to order our food. She brought the check without asking if we wanted anything else. The Bloody Mary was average and the Eggs Benedict was, well...just average. I was bummed actually. I have heard such great things about this place and I was underwhelmed.",real
30087,"I finally made it here for the night life!!!! We started in the beer garden with drinks and our waitress was lovely, attentive, and funny. She even remembered all the drinks and dishes each person ordered for the split checks. Once the club area was starting to fill, we went in. The DJ that night was supposedly playing rock from the 90's, but he was going back and forth between all these songs from all time period. Also, there was no transition between songs and when it sounds like a good song, he just abruptly stops it and changes song. It was also very hard to get a drink. The $5 cover was totally not worth it. If it wasn't for the awesome waitress in the beer garden, this review might've only been 1 star.",real
4726,"Tom's Diner is the perfect diner. The line is long on the weekend, but to reward your patience the staff comes out with coffee, fruit, sausage, or anything to appease you appetite. I recommend everything. The scrambled eggs are just right. They have a variety of unique pancakes and butters.  I really like the Sweet Potato pancakes with the Cinnamon sugar butter. I always get a Black & White Shake, it is the only place in Brooklyn where you can get an old fashioned thick shake. The diner inside is bustling. The decor isn't bad, but it is definitely a no frills, traditional diner. Dare I say, I feel as if I walked into a Woody Allen movie circa 1970s NYC ... I don't even recommend just going, I recommend going frequently. Go hungover on Sunday (now open on Sundays!!), go early in the morning before work and try everything!!!!",real
7946,"Holy crap.  Holy holy crap crap.  I don't know where to start.  All I know is that I ate a bunch of stuff and I don't know what it's called and couldn't pronounce it since it was all Greek to me (you heard me), but it was all great.   It started with the warm fluffy pita bread with this pureed bean stuff.  Quite tasty.  Then we had this thing...it was just a pan of fried cheese -- no, THREE kinds of cheese all fried, and you squeeze half a lemon over it.  It's like having the best part of the pizza without the stupid dough and sauce if pizzas were Greek.  Then there was the salad, but at Pylos it's not called a Greek salad, it's just called a ""salad,"" since calling it a Greek salad when you're in a Greek restaurant would be stupid, and over at Pylos, they're anything but stupid.   Then the entree.  I had this braised pork shank with some kind of sauce and fingerling potatoes.  This is the reason I gave up being kosher (that, and free will).  I also had a bite of this braised lamb with these mashed potatoes and another kind of sauce.  What was in it?  Who knows!  Was it good?  YES!   For dessert there was this parfait thing all layered with Greek yogurt (or just ""yogurt"" as they call it), honey, walnuts, and cherries.  I practically soiled myself it was so good.  Do you think those snobs over at Zagat's or Michelin are going to admit that something was so tasty instant incontinence took over?   So head over to Pylos already.  Just check before you sit down, since I might have been there before you.",real
36725,"Excellent restaurant, food is tasty and service is prompt and friendly. I'll definitely come back.",real
42434,"Their food is fresh, healthy, and delcious. However, their chocolate made with coconut sugar is the best thing you'll eat all year.  The best part is that there is no sugar high or feeling of heaviness since all the ingredients are top notch.",real
2142,"As in all reviews, this review only reveals the observations of quality and conditions related to the dated visit. Observations may not be a full reflection of the establishments' day to day business, but comments should be taken into serious consideration when evaluating a business's ability to perform consistently which is paramount. They won the Best cheese-steak competition for a reason.....they are the best ""period""!",real
30903,Came here last minute for my bday with a large group.  The service was nice and they have a great view of the lake.  The atmosphere and decor were like any local seafood spot.  The food itself was ok.  Except the soft shell clams were FILLED with sand.  I ran my fingers along the shell and brought up so much sand.  I asked for a bowl of water to rinse them leaving the water murky.  Even after that they were too gritty to enjoy.,real
19507,"Kinda feel bad about giving this place a 3.  The food is always great (Only, the hush puppies suck.)!  However the last two times I've been, I've been stuck with bad service.   Heavily tatted, short dark hair, curvy girl... Last night was the second time my group had her.  The first time, she was just really slow and aloof.  This time, she was a BIATCH.  It took her over 10 minutes to get to our table, and when she did, she acted as if we were putting her out.  The thing that made me angry enough to write this review was when I asked very nicely for napkins b/c the busser spilled my drink when he brought it to the table (which I didn't say - I just asked for napkins).  She put a big smile on her face and said, extremely condescendingly ""Of COURSE I was going to bring you napkins."".  Typed out, it sounds like she was being congenial, only that she wasn't. I'm sure that she didn't see the huge sticky puddle on the table... but that's not acceptable behavior for any reason. As soon as she left, my two friends said ""Whoa! What did you do?"".   I don't know if she was having a bad night or what, but being nasty to perfectly nice customers is not okay.  Having to deal with a bitchy hipster with an attitude is something I expect in a clothing store, not a restaurant.  And, if I get this girl as my waitress again, I'm requesting another server. Other than that, the Khyber is great.",real
18905,Another good pizza place in SoHo! I was shocked at how thick the dough was. It almost felt like I was eating a large chunk of bread. But the pizza was still good and very different from the thin-crust pizzas of Grimaldi's. A nice place but not my favorite.,real
41134,"There's another place right around the corner, Matilda rated A, this place, Cafecito rated B. Ive only eaten at Matilda take out tacos, they were tiny and cold and  although tasty I remember thinking  I would rather cook them myself and get my moneys worth and not be left hungry.  The pizzeria on B has a tasteless pizza.  i grew up on rosarios pizza, true italian taste, but the old man passed many years ago.  Theres also Mercadito, but again prices make me put the menu down. There's great italian food at the corner of b and 11th but unless you make 150,000 a year, you'll only afford to eat there on VERY special occasions.  Don't expect heaping platefuls either. I've been looking a long time for a place to eat in my own neighborhood that I can afford as you can tell.  I refuse to eat at fast food places. One of the reasons I can't stand I hop is that I can taste all that fake butter they cook everything in. Nasty! I discovered Cafecito's scrumptious brunch, w cocktail under $11 not long ago.  I was delighted.  They do try to push another cocktail at regular price or dessert but you can always say no.  You should leave a fair tip though.  Dinner wasn't so pricey either at another time, it was filling and tasty.  Their plantains w garlic sauce are to die for.  I have a sensitive taste and know good food as I've always cooked from scratch for a child with multiple food allergies.  So I do hope that they keep their garlic sauce fresh made every day, because i will be going back for more. One time it tasted fresher than another but it's too soon to tell.  Their tres leches was fresh, I've made better but remember, I have the luxury of making the best but in all fairness it was a close second to mine and what I really care about is freshness which I have to say I didn't detect any stale flavor at all.  Their soups could use a bit more flavor, I've had better caldo gallego for lunch near my job.  The only disappointment was a lentil soup I picked up on take out one day;  $9 and all it had was a small chunk of beef.  For $9 on take out in a small container I expect a few healthy chunks of meat OR bring the price down. Because I would only pay no more than $5 for a small lentil soup w no meat on take out, I definitely won't be ordering that any more. The only other thing that I'm wondering about is their B grade. I vowed never to eat at an establishment that isn't an A but that brunch and cocktail and those plantains keep calling me.  So I made an agreement with myself.  I'm going to patiently wait until they get rated again, hoping that they're working towards that A and that they do me proud because I'd like to make this establishment my very own affordable eatery in my own neighborhood. One more thing, their mojitos are fantastic, they're definitely not skimping on the liquor, it's perfect. Edit to add:  I found this link which gives information about the letter grades. nytimes.com/interactive/… Apparently Matilda had more serious problems that include vermin and roaches and a lot of other violations while Cafecito was cited for  flies, lack of proper temperature of food and siphoning.",real
20054,"Again, I was in Philly picking up my passport and found this place. It looked ok and the family and I went in.  It was clean but nothing fancy.  The guys behind the counter were good but South Philly folks (not that that is a bad thing). The cheese-steak was a little plain tasting and they were CHEAP with the wiz. There is better but if you need something fast it is ok just be prepared to PAY!",real
20968,"The food is fantastic and the ambiance is really nice. While the service can be really slow sometimes, the servers are very friendly. The only time I've been there when the service is pretty slow is when they're really busy. The menu has a lot of options and so far everything I've had has been really great. We'll definitely be back!",real
19248,"Essex Grand Buffet is definitely one of the cheapest buffet's I've ever eaten at; the receipt was already calculated, but if I estimated it correctly, lunch per person is a little less than $7. I wanted to eat somewhere else, but not bad for a rush birthday lunch yesterday. However, Alice W. pretty much stated it: You get what you pay for. I'm not necessarily saying the food wasn't good (read on...), but in terms of food selection, the items are limited. In total, there were seven areas with food: The two middle buffet tables, the the four against the wall, and the seventh being the sushi section near the entrance. Each area had just a few items to pick from. In terms of food quality, ""I've experienced better"" certainly applies. Most of the meat dishes are either chicken or seafood; only a handful of items were pork or beef. Most of the food looked and tasted alright, but there was one dish in the middle isle that did not look edible at all; it was slices of either beef or pork that was soaked in what appeared to be a really dark gravy or oyster sauce. For the most part, I ended up sticking with the sauteed vegetables (green beans and collard greens) and sushi. As far as sushi is concerned, there are only eight kinds; actually, there's seven--the ""eight"" is sauteed spicy squid; the tobiko gunkanmaki (the ""red one"") was the better option. There is nigiri available, but I did not see a single person get any; there were just three old-looking pieces randomly distributed between two plates. While the service was great, I don't see myself coming back here. The selection is way too limited and the items themselves weren't appetizing.",real
26325,"When you say Sabrina's, I say when?! New Year's Day brunch here was the standard great service and fare I came to love and expect from Sabrina's over the last year. The waitress was a funny, cool chick. Side note: she earned extra points aka tip by knowing a few movie quotes I threw at her. We did not have to wait long which was great- the specials were arranged in an Anchorman theme. Loved. We had the Tuna Salad - which by a Tuna Fish and ""lunch for breakfast"" snob was dubbed hands down her favorite. Almost no mayo but creamy and flavorful. I had the Mexi special which donned a cleaver name referencing the Spanish Channel in the first Anchorman movie. Anyway back to the food. Scrumptious! Well done potatoes, stacked with a skirt steak, a blue & red corn Masa & an over easy egg with lime sour cream, jalapeño pico and farmers cheese. Even though I just are I could totally go for some now.",real
27943,"My wife and I love this place so much that we hired them to provide food for our wedding.  Delicious food made from fresh ingredients for a reasonable price.  Baby back ribs, chicken liver mousse, bacon-roasted almonds, corn bread . . . the fried chicken is also great.  A big thank you to owner Doug and chef Ryan, who happily put together a menu that our guests loved, and made things very easy for us. Nice atmosphere, staff generally handles customers pleasantly and efficiently. Drawbacks: - Place gets busy and only accepts reservations from parties of 5 or more - Some dishes can be pretty salty, so if you're very sensitive to that BC might not be the greatest place for you - A bit pricey, but you get very good value for your money.  Food is much tastier and more distinctive than most of the other many restaurants in the area.",real
23699,"I've been going here often now lately...I'm definitely addicted. The lunch special is unbeatable. 3 rolls, soup, salad for under 15 dollars. I recommend going between Thur-Sun cause thats when the food is the freshest :) GO HERE!",real
27940,"I finally went back for dinner. And let me tell you, it was worth it. The one thing I can say is that they are against lights in there. I had to use my table candle to read the drink menu. Thankfully I knew what I wanted: Chicken & Cheddar Cheese Waffles. First off, the hush puppies were by my standards a bit dry.. but I am totally willing to overlook that because the TART thing... squash tart.. was bad ass. DONEZO. That basically was like, hey, do you like food? Because you are about to eat the most amazing thing in your life. And it's a tart. With squash. And some cheese. Like a ricotta or goat or something. And it was just.... yeah. My dining companion said the burger was probably one of the best burgers they had ever eaten. As for me, lots of chicken. 2 waffles. And I was spent. For dessert we ordered the chocolate caramel tart with salted peanuts. And it was salty.. But it was great because I was already full and didn't want to overdo it. Basically, this place.. is... so good. So what if everyone is doing new american cuisine? Not everyone is doing it well.   I just wish they would turn the lights up at night. I even suggested it to my waitress but she said the owner was pretty adamant about keeping the lights at a level which would require us all to get reading glasses in the near future. Ha! Only takes reservations for groups of 5 plus. So bring your friends!",real
16237,Awesome pancakes . I loved the fruit preserves they served with the muffins. The Bellini was ok not the best I've had. Overall great place for breakfast,real
3774,"I just recently heard about Jordan's and have heard great things - I LOVE hot dogs so I was really looking forward to trying one. I am a plain-Jane when it comes to my hot dogs. I don't want all the stuff on the top, give me mustard. Period. However, I decided to expand my tastes and try something different. My coworker and I decided to order online (we both had credit card and it made placing and order and using two cards SO convenient - they deserve 5 stars for that advantage). I ordered the New Yorker as well as a Plain Dog with just mustard. Our order arrived within the 45min-1hr time frame which was perfect. I was not ""wow'd"" by the hot dogs which was really depressing. The reviews here made me super excited and I really feel let down. They were ok. The New Yorker was topped with mustard, sweet relish and onion sauce. The sweet relish was too sweet, I think regular or hot would be better. The hot dog was a little flavorless and I was not into the toasted bun. The plain hot dog was not great either as it had no flavor! I got mustard - the only option is yellow which I do not like on my hot dog. The pickles just tasted like cucumbers, they were not 'pickled'. I also ordered a side of cole slaw - still was not impressed. it ended up in the trash. It was pretty bland and very ""white""...maybe too much mayo? Seriously my two favorite foods, hot dogs and cole slaw and I was pretty let down. I really wanted to love this place since it is so close to where I work, but sadly I probably will not go back for another. Kudos for the delivery, quick, easy and the guy who brought them was very nice. If it wasn't for this aspect, probably would have been 2-star.",real
31927,The wait staff  bar mag. And owner Tommy are very friendly . And the food is spot on.,real
22844,"Cuban Petes is fantastic. Full of energy (put on your shouting voice as it gets loud in here) great music, and even better food. Prepare to be full. I have likely had everything off the menu here, and have not once been disappointed. Of course, I have my favorites. The whole fried fish is at the top, with the pork dishes a close second. One of my all time favorite dishes is paella, but this one was not as impressive as I'd hoped, but still satisfactory. This is not a reflection of the flavor of the food in general, but I took a little break from coming here after I found a very very long black hair in my sweet plantains. It was unfortunate, but I still love it here.",real
7711,"Walk into this intimate yet cozy restaurant and be amazed at the decor and the clay pots on the ceiling. Be greeted with warm pita bread and hummus. Order the grilled octopus and lamb chops, which are both well seasoned and crispy on the outside, chew on the inside. Or share a lamb shank, portion big enough and good for two. For more variety, share several appetizer plates. Eat and be merry here.",real
5188,Customer service here is beyond horrendous! The women behind the counter with the same color shirts also have the same attitude to match. It's like pulling teeth to actually get someone's attention & when you finally do it's like they don't want to be bothered! The food is not good to top it off! The owner owns most of the Dominican restaurants in the area & this one by far is the worse!,real
18141,the blueberry pancakes were fluffy and sweet - the blueberries were very juicy.  also the maple butter didnt disappoint.  i was on a major sugar high after this ... next time trying the southern breakfast.,real
36645,"We used to go to Edison just to get Vietnamese pho. But then they moved out. So my wife find out that there's 1 Vietnamese restaurant in linden. We tried it and didn't like it at all. So we googled & found this place. Even closer from us. The food much better than the one in linden, the waiter was very nice. This is our new favorite pho restaurant now. P.S Cash only!!!!",real
42435,"I come here at least once a week and think they're doing something really wonderful. All the ingredients are fresh and consciously sourced. The prices might seem high at first, but considering the quality of what you are getting, it's absolutely worth it. For someone who can't have gluten, this place is a god-send. Everything is primal or paleo, but don't let that scare you if you aren't a fan (or knowledgable of) these diets. If you like good food, you will like Hu. I really enjoy the burger (make sure to order on the rare side as it does tend to get a little over-cooked). It comes on a gluten-free grain-free bun (hooray!!!!) with housemade ketchup (more like barbeque sauce...I'm not a huge fan) and a side of ""brooklyn roasted sweet potatoes"" which are amazingly soft and crispy and a little spicy all at the same time. I've tried the chicken, which is not the least bit dry, and almost all the sides (market veggies, the roasted pineapple with cashew cream (amazing, a must try if you like sweets)....the list goes on).  Skip the dry, overly-fishy cold fish cakes, as well as the vegan health salad which is dry and tasteless. Opt instead for the kale salad, or the sweet potato salads/mash that has hazelnuts, dried apricots, curry, and scallion which is an innovative and delicious mix. Breakfast goodies include chia pudding parfaits or ""mash bar"", which are incredible (especially if you like tapioca pudding) and the gluten-free/grain-free coconut flour muffins which are so filling you won't be hungry till lunch. I also love the egg sandwiches to go in the morning. Just leave a little bit of time when ordering here since everything takes a little while to prepare for you.",real
7748,"Pylos wasn't our first choice but the other restaurant we wanted to go to was super packed so we yelped the closest place near st marks for lunch. We saw that it was Greek and decided why not? i've never tried greek before so this was those let's do it moments the outside of the restaurant looked pretty decent and modern. the decor inside of the restaurant was super interesting. they have clay pots all over the ceiling. it was hung all over the ceiling in one part of the restaurant. the restaurant wasn't too big but it was comfortable with couches and pillows for you to lean on. the food was pretty good. i'm disappointed i didnt get to try anything in their appetizer menu because the table next to me had some bread and a dipping that looked quite scrumtious. i ordered from the grill  the -  paidakia galaktos stin schara which is marinated grilled baby lamb chops. the flavor was really really good. it was nice and juicy. my side was the fried potatoes. it was nothing too special but decent enough with some cheese sprinkled on top. my other friend also ordered from the grill the salmon which was cooked nicely as well, juicy. for dessert we got napoleon me mousse apo vissino kai yiaourti crisp phyllo napoleon layered with greek yogurt and sour-cherry mousse this was my best part. i am a sweets person and this is really good. the crispy sweet layer blended really well with the greek yogurt making it not too sweet and not too sour. the perfect way to end a scrumtious meal :D i would definitely recommend. the waiter was really nice, and offered us different options of wine to try and drink. the food came at a decent pace. would DEFINITELY go back! enjoy!",real
24647,Great place for different food then most in the area! Nice bar with bands at night on weekends!,fake
49158,"Not only are the burgers delicious but the staff is super accomodating, they have a fun dog walking around the restaurant and the milkshakes are to die for!! I got the vegan burger with mushrooms and onions (i am not a vegan but wanted to try something different) It was amazing and the french fries made the meal!! Can't wait to go back and try something new",real
25222,"Definitely underwhelmed. The best thing our party of 8 had here was the beef salad which was a very small portion and not very well presented as far as the dish it was in, for holding and spreading the flavor of the dressing. It was a flat rectangular dish; should have been like a deep eliptical ""boat"". Nam Tok is a dish that needs the flavors spread out or at least enough room to be tossed, as it is a salad. A word of advice: just take those spare ribs off your menu. The Niman spare ribs. Seriously very disappointing as far as the flavor not seeming like it was marinated as long as you should think. The quality of the meat, well, let's just say I don't think those were grass-fed cows. It's something you can prepare better at home as a quick, even drunken, five step process with better beef and marinating ingredients and time. There was a duck salad I had a bite of and didn't care for...The whole fried fish which was paired with predictable sweet chili sauce which the waitress was particular about like it was so special...go to a legit Asian grocery store in LA and you can pick out a live fish, have them clean it and deep fry it for you for free, buy a bottle of sweet and sour -- or if you're me, julienne green mango with spicy chili fish sauce and you've bested PokPok's fried fish. There was a nicely presented brown ceramic hot dish with glass noodles which was very a warm, comforting type of dish. I liked that one. The food is passable and good but not amazing. The only thing truly special about this place is their craft booze (that mango alexander) which the waiter (there were like 3 different people rather than one assigned to us) forgot to place an order of sometime during our meal causing a delay.",real
41527,"Came here the other night with my girlfriend. We both we're craving a mean burger, and Bareburger just wasn't going to cut it anymore. The bar wasn't packed contrary to other times I've been. It was a great experience. We had really attentive and chill waitress, great drinks, and the Cheddar Bacon burger was fantastic. Best bar and one of the best burgers in Astoria. 4/5",real
17807,"Ever wish you can turn back time and do things differently. Well this is a clear case where I wish I would have came here 5 hours earlier for brunch instead of dinner becuase I think the experience would have been much different. Needless to say, this restaurant was pretty adorable and surprisingly they own up to their mistake by offering us a free drink when our reservation was messed up. Feeling a 'lil fiesta, I ordered the jalapeño margarita, but it wasn't spicy at all, so that was pretty much a failure (whomp, whomp). After waiting for about 1 hours and feeling pretty buzzed, we all were seated (8ppl). The waitress was accommodating enough to bring us separate checked. (That was pretty cool) Everything was going well, until my food arrived. I ended up ordering crab cake and I always find it insulting when crab cake are made of crab rib instead of crab lumps. It is even more insulting when they use a icecream scooper to scoop it and then bread it tightly with panko to be deep fried (yuck)  I also sampled some of the other food and it wasn't stunning. If it wasn't for the people that I was having dinner with, who made me laugh my butt off, this restaurant would have gotten 2 stars instead of 3. But then again,I shouldn't make a big deal out of it since it's just food right...???",real
32076,I loved the place. I will definitely go a gain and recommend it. The staff is friendly and attentive. The food came timely it was so good and well presented and garnished. We didn't do the grill because there was only two of us and it was expensive but next time we will do it with a full table.,real
20557,"This is my favorite wine bar in the neighborhood. It gets very busy and they do not take reservations, but for some reason once youre sitting there, the bustle of the restaurant seems to disappear and you focus on who is in front of you and the rest turns into white noise. The food there is delicious, and you can't go wrong with anything. They have a large charcuterie selection as well which i love, and their wine by the glass is extensive. In addition to their awesome dinner, their brunch is so great. (In the summer the back room looks like a greenhouse garden which is so nice). They have an amazing beef tartar and their bloody mary's are right on point. Every time someone visits me in NYC I take them there, so I can't wait to take my next visitor this weekend!",real
19795,Cute. Small. Quaint. Lots of options. Very much vegan.,real
45568,"A friend had suggested this place for brunch so I took my mom and a friend. Our reservation was for 1:45 and we arrived early (like 1:20). We only had to wait about 15mins on a very busy Sunday. Our waiter was a very cute and charming guy. He made sure my mom's mimosas kept flowing. As for the food, I had the chilaquiles which was pretty good and very filling. My mom and friend both had the cookshop eggs with the biscuit. They liked their meal, especially the biscuit. I tried a piece and it was very rich. mmmm!! We had ordered the croquettes however they had run out and the gm came by and offered us free dessert. How nice! We had some watermelon thing and the strawberry shortcake with raspberries. All in all a great Sunday brunch!",real
11680,"We ordered Beef Marrow & Oxtail Marmalade, East & West Coast Oysters, Skate, and the Rack of Lamb. Initially, I was a little grumpy about the high menu prices until the food came. I must say, the portions are huge! The ingredients are fresh and of high quality (menu prices are justified!).  I walked out perfectly content despite the slimmer wallet. The relaxed atmosphere and seating makes you feel like a human being and not just another ticket. I look forward to trying the pigeon on my next visit. 1. The Oysters were delicious and perfectly chilled. We preferred the West coast oysters as they were meatier, brinier, and more flavorful. The East coast tended to taste more ""clean"". Both oysters did not have a metallic taste some people enjoy. Overall, at $3.50 a pop for the West coast and $3 for the East, it was quite pricey. I rather pop over to aqua grill. (2.5 out of 5) 2. The infamous bone marrow. To be honest, I felt quite disgusted after finishing one of the bones. I guess I have a mental threshold which permits me from enjoying too much excess - although I don't think most people will have problems finishing this. While people go on about how bone marrow is flavorful, it really isn't. Hence, the little bowl of salt which is brought with the dish. The real gem was the rustic oxtail marmalade which tasted like sticky braised short ribs and carrots in a heavy wine reduction. I wish I could say, ""I ate this in France."" Delicious! I grew up eating bone marrow so this did not have an ""exotic"" appeal. (3 out of 5) 3. The skate was perfectly cooked. Crispy skin and meaty interior. The accompanying side of shrimp, potato, and bacon matched well with the skate. However, the bacon was overly salty and brought the meal down a notch. (3 out of 5) 4. The rack of lamb was delicious. It had a nice char and a ring of fat around the medallions. Excellent cut. It came with mashed potatoes and spinach. To me, the mashed potatoes were a little bland but my gf enjoyed it very much. Nothing the jus could not solve. Speaking of which, the jus was so good. It was flavorful without being heavy or overwhelming.  (3.5 out of 5)",real
4993,When i dont have lunch i go to this place and they have Excellent costumer service they are all very friendly and I love their specials. And I really like their chicken empanadas.,real
40012,"We went to Barrio Chino last night (Monday) with our 2 year old.  We had the best authentic Mexican food ever!  We were skeptical of the place since it is small, however as soon as we walked in, we felt welcomed! Romantic and hip!  We will definitely return (- our baby).  Go to experience it, and get there early. Expect to wait because it's small, but worth it! The service was fast and friendly.  We had a very friendly and accommodating waitress; she gave us a bigger table and made us feel welcomed.  I had the enchiladas and the cazuela - YUMMY!",fake
32966,"Overall experience 1.5 out of 5. Came here for MY birthday, it was for an intimate dinner for two.  Sadly to say, I had high hopes going in for my birthday dinner, but left with a sour note.  We arrived promptly for our reservation, the restaurant was what I expected very low key, something cozy, nothing obnoxious and loud. It was a weeknight, so it's not packed, only a couple of tables. My partner had a hard time finding parking so we decide that I'll go in first and check in while she finds parking. I sat there for 10 min before they offered me water or to open our bottle of wine...Strike 1...I over looked that initial service cause maybe they wanted my partner to arrive before they'll greet us or acknowledge my existence. After I got a glass of water and a glass of wine, I had time to survey the environment, place setting (chipped bread plates on every table) and familiarize myself with the limited menu...3 types of oysters, 4 appetizers, and 4 fish entrees.  I decided to phone my partner and check in on her and tell her about the menu choices. She told me since it's my bday I should just order whatever I want. She should be there by the time the food arrives. So I did, I order the 3 type oysters on the menu (Deer Creek, and another two different types), the Papadelle (Mushroom Pasta), the Octopus, and the Hamachi Tartar, for the entrée I decided on the Strip Bass. I waved my waiter down, to place an order....He looked at me surprised, when I said I would like to place my order for the oysters, and the appetizers, and I'll wait for my partner to arrive before placing the entrée. My conversation with him was very awkward. I never felt welcome though out the night by him. Here's an example of his service.  I asked for another slice of bread for the both of us. He gave me a piece of bread end, pretty much all crust. I asked him if I can have another slice that's not the end, cause I can't chew the bread crust due to my braces. He looks at me like I'm weird, then gave me another piece of bread, however that new piece of bread is so small that it's only 1 sq inch left, when I ripped off the crust. By this time, I'm a little frustrated with him. Maybe cause it's fueled, by this:  Another table arrived after me, where it's this American guy, mid-30 waiting for his date to arrive too...He was promptly seated and attended too. The same waiter was very tentative, asking him if he wanted his bottle of wine open, and telling him the special on the board, all while pouring him a glass of water within 3 min of him sitting down. *sigh* ....Where's my same treatment? Am I consider a second class citizen at ""Little Fish""? Strike two! My partner arrived right before our food arrived. The 3 oysters, were too salty and each one that we got was the size of a quarter, . We were wondering why the other table had oysters double the size of ours (1.5 out of 5). I have to say...just to clarify....I will pretty much pay any price for food just as long as it had the chops to back it up. The Hamachi tartar was around 15ish, we're looking at half of a hockey pluck of tartar. The tartar was a little bland for us, all I tasted was the scallion and nothing else much (2 out 5). The Papadelle (3 out of 5) was well cooked but nothing wow, the percino cheese made it too salty. As for the Octopus ...it was burnt...I understand that charred will give it that smokey flavor assuming that's what the chef is going for...but our Octopus and the pork belly was BURNT (1 out of 5 )! Moving on to our Entrée...the Strip Bass with lobster and veal breast, (2.5 out of 5)...My note to the chef would be ""Against the Grain! Cut against the grain!"" I almost choked on the veal breast. I had a hard time chewing the meat, I was trying hard not having to spit it out. Let's say ""Thank god for water"". That was it... Strike 3 right there. We had to ask for what was on the dessert menu, instead of my waiter offering to tell us. He told us it was a chocolate torte or something that's like a donut... We were done, and didn't want to deal with our waiter anymore afterward and the dessert didn't sound like something worth sitting through.  We just asked for our check, paid then left to elsewhere for desserts.",real
40675,"Barrio Chino - in the neighborhood of China/Chinese, hence its closeness to Chinatown The wait was a bit excessive, but it is granted because this place is very cramped and crowded.  We waited 45 minutes for a seat at the bar, thankfully in the corner of the bar so all four could see each other.  We started with the nopales I believe (cactus salad tacos) which were something different from the usual tacos, gaucomole (delish) with warm tortillas (btw, they add $2.50 per extra order, probably because they are fried on the spot), and a side order of rice and beans, nice beans but the rice needed something else.  I ordered the enchilladas verde which was off the hook - just a tortilla chip and the verde sauce was delicious.  Definitely coming back for that, without a doubt.  My boyfriend got the cheese and bean quesadillas (Sincronizadas especial), my other two friends ordered the enchilladas verde and sopa azteca which were both equally good.  We ordered dessert that took about 20 minutes to get to us- flan de coco and a strawberry crepe thing, I enjoyed the flan so much... the service was a bit off because we were at the bar, so who was really our server- but we got everything we asked for.  Forgot to mention, we ordered sangria, lime margarita, tamarind margarita, and coconut mojito - and at $6/$8/$10, that could have lessened a bit on the price, but it was very good! Overall - great spot to go for with friends (takes reservations for big parties of 8 or more, not anything less), good for dates, great delicious food and prices are reasonable, minus the wait and splotchy service or else this place would have been a 5",real
20872,"One of my favorite places on the UES for brunch and dinner.  Have been here a few times now and always happy with my meals. The waitstaff is always very nice and don't rush you through your meal and can always answer any questions you may have. Love their wine selections. Portions are a good size and everything has been really tasty.  Brunch is also a reasonable price and again, portions are good. Love this place but it can get crowded so make sure you make a reservation for dinners during peak hours and brunch on the weekend!",real
39508,+++++great one of fav places,real
25002,"went there twice in one week. first time the girl at the counter was kinda blah. maybe it was because it was dead in the middle of the day and frigid outside (and inside too, turn on the heat). second time was dinner time and it was a gentleman working the counter. BOTH times w the girl and guy serving me the kept their gloves on to handle my money. after they finished the transaction, went right to handling the tortilla and making the food with the same gloves (who knows how long they have had them on). they are fn .01 a pair. they are made to be changed in between food making and non-food making activities guys. food: veggie taco: 5 rating..out of 10 the veggies were tasty and fresh from what i could tell. cold FLOUR tortilla was, eh ....cold? flour-y? tons of lettuce to fill space....i ate it all and it was ok beef taco: 1.5 of 10 again w the FLOUR tortilla that was again cold. at least if you are going to use flour....heat it up a bit. very greasy beef. low quality shredded cheese, tons of lettuce. tortilla was soaked through by the time i started eating it, which was less than 4 mins from the time i received it. made me feel ski-ill after eating it chicken quesadilla: 3.5 of 10 shredded dark? meat chicken. with shredded cheese. on a low quality flour tortilla (full size) then put in a george forman to ""grill"" it. don't give you any salsa, but you get a shot glass sized side of sour cream. i had to pan fry it to get some crisp at home. was very greasy and just not great. i get it you don't have grills or any heating elements w gas. but make a menu that works w induction, and microwaves. you can still get that grilled taste w/o a flat grill.",fake
7166,"I really enjoy the ambiance at Continental... especially the upstairs roofdeck.  I've yet to experience anything like it:  comfy, sexy couches, fireplace, adjoining outside space with heat lamps.   Continental screams upscale to me with out all the muss and fuss.  You won't find any riff-raff here.  Take a couple of friends who won't make a scene, follow dress codes, and can handle their liquor.  This place is for martini sippin-not beer guzzlin! I was not so impressed by their brunch (I had some type of fried chicken brunch sandwich--which came highly recommended, but it was just blah :-/).  And the after brunch dessert bites were not memorable.  However, I can't wait to try those french onion soup dumplings.  Since I love french onion soup and dumplings...this sounds like the best of both worlds! All in all, I think this place is probably best for drinks, apps, and good conversation.",real
41570,"Cool little bar with a very local hip vibe. Only had a few drinks before moving onto another bar nearby but service was good, drinks were the usual and the attitude was prevalent.  But that attitude definitely came from the clientele, not the staff. The decor was warm with that mix of Vintage cool. I'd like to head back and try the food next time to really give a more rounded review.",real
40339,Great little spot for tequilla and mexican. I love the chile relleno with vegetable and scrambled eggs. one star off for 6 dollar Tecate cans. That's just not right.,real
9914,"I travel a lot for work and I am not a big portions kinda guy, if you are this may not be your number one pick (and go buy a hoggie somewhere) but if you want amazing quality over quantity, a nice atmosphere, to impress a date or friends, or just to treat yourself to something really good this is the place. The beet arugula salad was fantastic which I paired with the Evil Genius ""I love lamp"" a pineapple wheat beer in the German heffenwise style. Next course I did the Stoudt's leg lifter, a beer made for this establishment which I paired with a tandoori inspire chicken platter with cous cous, zucinni and cilantro with a lemon vinaigrette. The chicken was perfectly seasoned and tender, you had the flavor of tandoori but it was subtle. In retrospect, that pairing is a bit odd but the bitter and sweetness worked. The waitstaff were very accommodating and friendly. I was so impressed by evertlything I had to have dessert. I ordered the wildflower honey creme bruise even though I was already full. The extra flavors made it feel more rich and complex. It came with some interesting dog bone shaped organic sugar covered cookie. I'd say as for food in the Atlantic Metropolitan region of the country this has to be my new number one, the only place I've found that can compete on the East Coast so far was in Northhampton Mass.  I love lamp, and I love White dog tavern. I will be back... I really don't want to leave now.",real
4339,Came here for the pancakes at around 2pm. Wait was about 10 mins on a Saturday. Surprise that we had to wait even but who are we kidding. this is NYC afterall and one of the highly rated breakfast places. We had the bacon omelet (mediocre) and the danish pancakes were amazing! Yes I will come back for your pancakes and your decor is dated but it gives you so much character!,real
30799,By far the best sushi! I have been coming here for a while now and everything is fresh as ever. I love having the sushi for 2 I always get it with my friends or brother and we finish it within about 20 minutes cause it is so good. All the food choices are well priced. I encourage everyone to come eat here and try their basil tempura...amazing! If you don't know what to order the waiters/waitresses will help you decide on a delicious dish to try and you won't be disappointed. On phrase to describe this restaurant is..."the best quality sushi you can get for the price it's worth" honestly!,fake
173,"I like this place just because everything is fresh and this is really clean restaurant! A little funny crew works in there that makes me smile every time. Food is really good and sushi chef Mike makes the best rolls around. I wonder why is this place always so slow. Good work guys, keep it up!",real
2976,"4 for overall place but 3 in terms of a Philly cheesesteak place. The sandwiches here are standard prices ($7-8), all seating is outside on picnic tables under the awning. This is mostly a tourist attraction  with tons of flashing neon lights and framed celebrity photos eating the famed Geno's cheesesteak. There's a big debate over Pats vs. Genos (across the street from each other) but this debate is primarily among tourists and not natives who know of better places for a good cheesesteak. Props go to Pats though because they invented the cheesesteak and were around much longer. It's not that the cheesesteaks here are bad (they're actually quite good) it's just that they are smaller, less filled, and the lines are much much longer. If I remember correctly the steak is better at Pats and the rolls are better at Genos (or possibly vise versa) but you really need to go somewhere like Tony Lukes for something much better for the money.",real
48432,Forget the burger. This place has the best French Onion Soup in Staten Island. They are not cheap with the cheese and melt it it on top just a little burnt which to me is perfect!,real
23878,"We were celebrating my nephews graduation here, in which the food and service was exquisite. I had a minute issue in entering with my service dog, but after showing the proper id for myself and my dog to the Mgr Octavio Fernandez, our reservation was honored.",fake
33786,"Rude and aggorant front of the house staff, more so condescending and mocking, than accommodating and inviting. Last night I pointed out to the busser that our table was extremely sticky, like all over. It either wasn't wiped or was done so with an extremely dirty towel. Anyway, thinking he'd simply grab a clean towel and give it a quick wipe, instead he gave me some story about the humidity. No, humidity doesn't cause stickiness to your table which makes you have to peel your menu from it. When I asked him to touch it himself, he did, then callously offered to put us back in line to wait for a different table if we didn't like that one. Sooooo you felt it was dirty too, aaaand thennnn... Passed the buck? Not really a home run with service. Also quite embarrassing when bringing two guests who'd never been after I'd raved about how great it is. I guess times have changed at the cantina. Also watching their front of the house manager (blonde lady) dancing around with her staff like an idiot while tables sit needing things and the place is dirty is ridiculous. Get someone in there who can professionally run a bar and up your service game. Minus one star for shitty attitude Minus one star for filthiness Minus one star for being slow and inattentive Minus one star for poor management Remaining star is for the food, recently the only thing okay there Save your energy and frustration and go somewhere else until they turn it around.",real
17395,"Food is good but not crazy about the line. I guess in manhattan, this is the place to go when you are craving for a nice hearty breakfast. It's like going the Waffle House or the Pancake House. However, it is a bit overrated and on the pricey side. I really enjoyed it the first time I tried their food but after a while, it just didn't have the same quality. But there is something about this place that I can't quite describe that keeps drawing people back.",real
16495,"Two words, rum butter!! No reservations and a very long wait as expected since this place is very popular. Hostess not as welcoming as other places I've been to. A bit snobbish. She took my name and number. She said wait is 90 minutes and that I will receive a text when our table is available. We really want to try this place out so we agreed to wait. Was it worth it?! I guess if you've never been here, yes I suggest you suck it up and wait. However the only reason I will return is for that damn rum butter :) Okay I ordered chicken and waffles with a side of fried green tomatoes. I also had a glass of freshly squeezed grape fruit. My friend had the blueberry pancakes. The  friend chicken was boneless. A plus for me cause I hate being messy and having to hold the chicken. However this made the chicken a little dry. The waffles were ordinary. Now here's where it gets really interesting. My order is served with a side of rum butter. I poured it on my waffles and chicken, and what was once an ordinary chicken and waffles have now evolved into a mouth watering, out of this world waffles and chicken. I can't explain it but if they sell this stuff, I'd buy a gallon :) The fried green tomatoes were also amazing especially with the the dip it came with (it maybe blue cheese dip) I tried some of the blue berry pancakes. Again anything with that rum butter just made things taste better :) I suggest those who has time to waste, try this place at least once to try that run butter.",real
39088,Excellent lunch spot. This is a go to for me.,real
42256,"The best!! After last nights debacle with The juice Bar on sixth avenue I was scared to go to another 'healthy' spot. But this is off the hook! Amazing chicken soup with quinoa, delicious seed muffins, rockin atmosphere, reasonable prices. If I lived in NYC I'd be here a few times a week! Amazing!",real
23506,Great place. It is a very busy restaurant. and can be very noisy. the decor makes you feel as if you are dining in a cuban court yard. be prepared to see waiters running back and forth. i had the shrimp dish when i was there it came with black beans and rice and it was delicious. this is a great place to take friends and family.,real
7131,"I'd really say 3.5 stars, but you can't do half stars! Went to Continental Midtown on a Sunday evening and was seated right away.  I must say that the decor and overall look of the restaurant was modern and cute.  I'd say that the atmosphere is good for a date or a very small group of people; however, I'm sure the restaurant can still hold bigger parties.   Anyway, I wasn't all that hungry upon arrival at the restaurant, but I was able to try some of their dishes: shoestring fries, lettuce wraps, open faced quesadilla, and chicken skewers. I liked the shoestring fries cause they reminded me a lot of this snack I used to get in the Philippines, Piknik, only these fries were much more pleasing to the eye. The lettuce wraps were okay.. the sauce was good, but I think they could've laid off on the fish sauce a little bit cause it was kind of salty. The open faced quesadilla was delicious.  I really enjoyed the shrimp and fresh veggies on top.  It was pretty refreshing. The chicken skewers were a little dry.  I probably wouldn't recommend them.   Overall, still a good pick for dinner or tapas, but you have to be picky with the choices you are given.",real
14742,"So one of my friends was obsessed with this place, but when I finally made it there I was totally unimpressed.  First we had to wait.  Which meant being entertained by watching the drunk hipster yuppies (what a weird hybrid) that flock here.  Then we were seated in the back dining room which was pitch black.  I understand romantic lighting, but this was ridiculous.  And maybe their menu changes a lot, but on the night we went there was nothing vegetarian on the menu.  We split the perogies and a beet salad because that's all there was; it was overpriced and not filling.  I went home and ordered take out.  So maybe it's great for meat eaters, but veggies stay away!  You think such a ""hip"" spot would try to be a little more vegan friendly.  The Abbaye right next door is way better.",real
33178,"Aside from being nice little bar with outdoor seating on a quiet street, Heavy Woods has a killer menu.  New Orleans style comfort food with a gourmet touch.  I have been twice now and each time I get a different appetizer and main dish. Nothing has disappointed. Highly recommend trying the Catfish Po' Boy, and the crispy pork belly.",real
23413,"Oh my God the paella.   I enjoyed dinner at Cuban Pete's a few months back while visiting my family in the Northern Jersey area.  Coming from a cuban family, they can be kind of critical of cuban restaurants, so when they recommended a place in Montclair I was a little surprised.   We arrived at 5:30 or so on a Sunday night and the place was jammed.  Our wait was pretty short, maybe 30-45 minutes.  We were seating somewhat awkwardly in the main courtyard.  The service started our pretty rocky in the beginning.  We were 5 seated at a table for 4.  The drinks and order input was sluggish.  One of the people in our party spoke with the manager and everything changed dramatically for the better.  Can't say enough about the food and service.  Stuff happens in life and it's all about how you recover.   I wouldn't hesitate to return.  In fact I can't wait to return for more Paella.",real
10763,"Black and Brew ROCKS! The employees are very friendly and chat it up with you, if you so desire, while you are having breakfast or lunch. Seriously visiting this neighborhood café is on my agenda at least 5 days a week especially in the summer when I can sit outside, enjoy the weather, sip on an ice coffee and browse the net. The La Colombe coffee they serve has to be the best coffee I have had in years and their protein shakes are great after the gym. Try the signature omelet with a chai  YUM!  What really stands out about this establishment is the presence of the owner; she clearly takes pride in her work and truly appreciates her customers.",fake
3322,"I came here two weeks ago for the first time and I have to say i was pretty impressed. The food here is on point, there wasn't anything that was bad about. It's a nice small restaurant and you do wait a little bit for the food to come out after you placed your order. But don't get to mad that the food you got came to late as you won't be disappointed. I suggest getting the chicken red curry really nice and although even though the spice level was at a two it def seemed hotter than two l think it was either level 4 or their hottest Thai hot. Do come here as this is a very good restaurant for family outings",real
13951,"I have an experience that is not consistent with the other reviews. Our party of 3 went on a Sunday at 5 pm. Upon arrival, the 2 hostesses were very friendly and said there would be a 45 - 60 minute wait. They asked for a name and phone number and suggested we could go to the bar for a drink or take a walk around the neighborhood. We happily hung by the bar and got drinks. The wait staff was incredibly nice and apologetic when they had to scoot by us to get to the office. Our wait was approximately 35-40 minutes and they called my phone to let me know the table was ready. We went to the top floor and get what I think was the best seat in the house! Our server, Ally, was attentive, knowledgeable, friendly and fun, and offered excellent recommendations. We tried the Pina Colada, Watermelon Lemonade with Rosemary Vodka and a Dark and Stormy. The Pina Colada went along with the vacation vibe of the place. We started out with the fried belly clams and peel and eat shrimp. There were only 4 clams in the appetizer portion, so that was a bit disappointing for $15, but the shrimp were DELICIOUS. We also shared the house salad with blue cheese dressing. The portion size isn't huge, but it was very tasty. Pitchers of beer are REALLY affordable. We eventually went with that. Ally recommended the Southern Steam Pot, but we ended up getting a half dozen blue crabs because we were getting full from the start of our meal. We also had the mac and cheese (topped with Ritz Crackers and creamed spinach.) Both were delish, but the creamed spinach was REALLY GOOD.  We ended with a brownie sundae. It wasn't anything special, but it fulfilled the sweet tooth craving. We stayed for over 3 hours and were NEVER made to feel that they wanted to give up our seat. We had a great experience and will definitely return soon! Note: Utensils, paper towels and wet naps are on the table in a beer bucket. Previous reviews about self - serve water were unfounded, but maybe that is just on the lower floors.",real
7199,"I like the upstairs (inside) and the rooftop of Continental Midtown. I always have a nice time here with my boyfriend or with a group of friends. If hungry while there, the food is good (especially the Lobster Mac & Cheese) but there are a TON of better places to eat in Philly if you're looking for a sit-down meal.",real
29597,"We took Melody's suggestion and went a la carte. This place really didn't look like a restaurant, but a cozy living room lounge where you can just hang out and chat. I think that's what people did when they came here. We sat at the bar and felt so at ease. Bohemian was not exactly what I have expected - I thought it was a authentic Japanese hardcore raw fish and traditional style place. But it was full of surprise elements. The bar has a very understated modern style and even though the bartenders were only eh, we still got to order fun stuff (he needed the cheap sheet for drinks). The cocktail was refreshing, the beer tasty, the sake crisp. Started with sashimi because I just couldn't go to a place like this without wanting to try the raw fish, we had amberjack, bluefin tuna, and the fatty sweet amaebi. Every bite was fresh, delish and solid. Moving on to the short rib sashimi, it has a nice flamy flavor (but it's not seared). It tasted like butter meling in the mouth and perfect even by itse;f without the garlic soy cause. The then came uni croquettes - we ordered 2 so that we wouldn't have to share. The mushroom croquette was smooth and flavorful. Although I didn't understand the flavor concept with the uni, I love anything uni. Still to come was the ikura and uni rice bowl (told you, I just love anything uni). The ikura was fresh without being overly salty or fishy. It was light in flavor with the fun texture in the mouth, uni was sweet and smooth. The rice didn't taste too vinegary like what other yelpers had tasted and the rice was chewy with right amount of stickiness that went well with either ikura or uni. See, myabe I should have tried having both ikura and uni with rice in the mouth, but I just always saved uni for last. The dinner same to an end with the foie gras soba. The soba noodles were a bit thicker in texture and with some nuttiness. The sauce was light with the right amount the sweetness that didn't overpower each bite in the mouth. This time, I did eat the soba with a tiny piece of foie gras in the mouth - they totally made sense going together. Still, I saved the bigger piece of foie gras for last and ate it by itself. It was seared to the perfect texture and temperature which gave the soba some warmth but not killing the cold sauce. *a side note: California might really become the worst state ever once foie gras is banned. We also ordered the dessert trio that came with the sweet potato creme brulee, green tea pann acotta, and espresso pudding. They are as fun and yummy as other yelpers had described. And yes, the meal finished on a high note. As for the service, it was very friendly and we totally felt very comfortable. We are coming back. The reservation has been made for in 3 weeks.",real
22272,"Um, yeah. Here are some turn-offs for me: 1. An overpriced menu. 2. A room so dark you can't see the plate and so loud you can't hear across the table. 3. Getting my food about forty-five minutes later, nearly cold. The ~super artsy~ pornography in the next room over just really made it for me.  OH MY GOD NAKED WOMEN HOW EDGY NORTH STAR SHIT.  I HAVE NEVER SEEN GROTESQUE NAKED WOMEN BEFORE.",real
18225,"I think if there are two senses that Clinton Street Baking Company satisfy, it's sight and texture.  The food looks so hearty, so rustic, so grand.  And the way each bite fills your mouth, whether it's fluffy pancakes, crunchy sugar-cured bacon, or crumbling buttermilk biscuits, it's simply a joy the way the food feels.  Even the orange juice was thick with chunks of orange.  Completely refreshing. According to my sister, we came here on an off day, but the food was still pretty good. Tried a few things here, including a stack of the infamous blueberry pancakes with maple syrup and the crab cakes Benedict. But was it really worth the almost three hour wait? I have to say no. I'd recommend coming on a weekday when it's less crowded, when you can avoid being packed in the dining area like a can of sardines, and enjoy your decadent  brunch.  I'm sure there are other restaurants that serve similar fare without the wait.  That said, Clinton St. Baking Company is still a great place to eat.",real
28717,"This place may have a long wait, but trust me its worth it. DEFINITELY sit by the bar if possible. There are 5 guys working in a tiny, tiny little space and its fascinating to see them do what they do so efficiently and carefully. We both got warm sobas for a cold day, the oroshi soba and the kashiwa soba. Delicious. The homemade silky tofu was incredible. Creamy, cold, savory with little bits of marinated hijiki. Get it. Cash only.",real
25460,"Late night wine bar -- this place is cozy and welcoming. We sat at the window table and watched passersby stumbling into the late hours. Service was nice and friendly. We had a bottle of wine and a few items to share. Most of the food is good, but we weren't a fan of the wild mushroom bruschetta. The pieces were far too big, the mushrooms were too overpowering and not well seasoned, and this was a perfect case of when less is more. We had some mussels to share, these were good and the broth was nice. Lastly, we had the ceviche which was well-sized and tasty. I would dine here again.",real
8559,"This is not a location that I would normally be going to, but we did.  Very small inside, has a bar, and it's Greek.  So go with it.  One of us got the Lamb Chops with creamed spinach and fresh veggies.  All very good.  I got the Greek Pork Tenderloin with fresh veggies and fries.  All very good again.  Would visit again and try other Greek inspired dishes.",real
38447,soondobu + galbi combo = delicious and way too much food! share this with someone :) i unf did not have the foresight and felt guilty the rest of the day. Nice decor and open space. im a fan. and i'll be back. soon. very soon. very very soon.,real
8455,"BEST PIZZA IN NEW JERSEY! Variations of different pizzas and delicious gourmet pastas and so much more. It's all about the sauce and the fresh picked herbs. Try the Brooklyn slice, yummy! I'm from Italy so I'm very picky with Italian foods. Antoinette",fake
3078,"From San Francisco and it's true...I had never had a Philly Cheesesteak until I came here.  We were going to go to Pat's, but the line was far too long so we made the mistake of coming here.  So the experts ordered for me and I had a sandwich with meat, ""wiz"", and onions.  Wiz tastes like bad nacho cheese sauce.  Gross.  So I slathered mine in terribly hot sauce that should be labeled ""Lethal"" since only then was it bearable.  It did make the BF look like he was going to die while he gagged repeatedly.  At least I got free entertainment.  I only managed to eat a few bites before a friend finished mine.  My stomach hurt all day long the next day and I had to put up with the BF and his gnar gnar gas attacks.   The only good thing was the cheese fries, which I will give one star for since these were DELICIOUS!  The cheese did not taste the same as the ""wiz"" sauce, but who knows, maybe it was.",real
29007,They have the BEST pizza around! The buffalo chicken pizza they offer is the bomb . I've never had bad service and they always seem to be open late .,real
508,"This might be my new favorite tapas place. The garlic and shrimp, white asparagus, and mussels were delicious and I couldn't get enough of the mango sangria. But I didn't like the goat cheese with ham - goat cheese is tasty by itself, it doesn't need to be deep fried. The flamenco dancers and musicians were really talented and fun to watch. I liked how they would grab everyone's attention to watch the dancers and then play more quietly so people could converse. The atmosphere is very intimate so bring a date!",real
17393,"good, but also over-rated given the long lines.",real
445,We stopped by before heading to our dinner spot for happy hour.  $5 for a glass of sangria $10 for half a pitcher. We asked the bartender what to order and she recommended the blueberry champagne sangria and it is indeed the best sangria I have ever had .  She recommended about four or five tapas items and we ended up with the mussels with white wine sauce.  Must say these were scrumptious .   It felt like I was in Madrid again! We dipped the bread into the sauce til it was all gone. We will definitely be back again!,real
39687,"I had purchased a Amazon Local Deal for this place after a co-worker said that they had the best Grandma's Pie (fresh mozz, basil, fresh crushed tomatoes) he had ever had.  I had to check it out since that is my favorite pizza.  I arrived here after work on a Wednesday (around 6), the host was so friendly and quickly seated us in the small yet comfortable and beautifully decorated dining area.  There were only 2 others in the restaurant.  By the time our appetizers came there was a wait!  This place fill up quick, but on to the food. The voucher I had was for $50, we got so much food!  We ordered the fried calamari and broccoli rabe and sausage for apps.  They were both delicious, my only complaint was that the calamari were served on a bed of capers and hot peppers, I am not a fan of either, so I just ate of the top.  We ordered the grandma's pie and their special which was a bolognese over home made pasta.  They split the dish for use since they knew we were sharing.  The pasta was perfect for me, just al dente enough.  The sauce was rich and flavorful and the dish was topped with a spoonful of fresh ricotta....to die for!!! On to that glorious pizza.  We were stuffed but we had to try a slice before taking the rest to go.  Upon looking at that pie, I thought, ""this doesn't look like anything special"".  But after that first bite...it was perfection.  the combination of the fresh ingredients and the crispy slightly burnt crust just compliment each other in such a way that it made my taste buds smile!  I will definitely be returning here to try other dishes and of course to get more of that sweet sweet grandma's pie!! The service was also phenomenal, the host checked on us regularly and was so polite.  This place is truly a wonderful dining experience.  Oh and its BYOB, I didn't bring anything this time, but I will next time.",real
9413,I've only been here a few times but everytime I come here I love it!! Its so delicious...I never though I'd like pork that much.  I just feel sad for the little piggies that had to sacrifice their lives for my delicious meal. Plus the all you can drink beer is really cool.,real
12350,"Solid, Peruvian place. Nothing special in the food department, but good, so I am happy.  The drinks, however, we're great.  Great bar in this place.  Also, super nice ambiance.  Not too loud, great décor, friendly servers.  Overall, I'll be back next time I am in New York and need a fun place for a business dinner.",real
21322,"I feel soooo lucky to have this goldmine right near my apartment but oh man I'll have to force myself not to go too often.  I went a few times last summer for some outdoor wine and cheese (how can you go wrong?!) but when the weather got colder, I forgot about it.  Tonight though, I decided to go back and actually get dinner and I was blown away.  The ambiance was awesome; decorations included framed wine openers and rustic paintings.  The service was perfect; well-informed guidance with choosing wine and the right balance between checking in and letting us dine.  The food (split: ricotta & honey truffle bruchetta, gorgonzola walnut and pear salad, and pesto shells) made you feel like you were actually in italy or at least eating out because even friends who are good chefs could not have made food this good.  Basically, I'm in love.",real
35582,"3, almost 4 stars. Stellar, Rittenhouse location down checked by some of the overly obnoxious, showy, bling clientele.  Lots of cheese here but the sidewalk dining is great, and they have the best hamburger in town. Order it rare.  Trust.",real
8439,"Pizza is good, but the food is ridicously expensive. $36 dollars for six slices of pizza.. I won't be going back!",fake
49451,"Great Pho spot in East Hartford.  Happend to stumble upon it, and it meets that the qualities of a good soup joint; cheap, tasty, no frills.  Will swing by again in the future.",real
26819,"I was skeptical about the new Ted's Montana because I used to frequent the one in South Windsor before it went down hill (in my opinion). However, I was pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere is relaxed with common dress attire still somewhere between casual and dressy. There is a fairly large bar area with a TV or two.  The complimentary pickles were fantastic. I cannot believe I had forgotten about them! The Salt and Pepper Onion Rings were even better than the pickles, if you can imagine that! I used to like the filet at Ted's, but this time I opted for the ""No. 11"". I chose a bison burger (over the beef option) topped with braised bison (a pulled pork consistency), horseradish cheese, and horseradish sauce. It was awesome.  The french fries were good as well. I did not end up ordering the dessert because nothing in the menu sounded tempting enough to me. Probably the only downside.  The menu at Ted's has something for everyone and everything is made fresh. The service, food temperature, and time of delivery were all very good. I will be back in the near future.",real
2732,"i didn't have the same complaints as some of the other yelpers.  the meat was decent tasting and pretty moist.  cheese was extremely artificial, obviously, but was good.  it gets a 3 because it is the most famous phili cheesesteak place in the city that invented the phili cheesesteak, so i was expecting to get my socks blown off, but it did not happen.  this is probably one of those tourist traps that locals know to avoid.",real
8476,Excellent pizza and a lot of varieties. Also has wonderful dinners. The vodka sauce and spaghetti with meat balls are excellent. Nice atmosphere. I use to eat here all the time when I lived here. I've moved ti Minnesota but visit NJ once a year. When here I come back to NJ I always come here several times to get my "fix" of pizza. 8/5/12 update. Well I am back in NJ and ate here the first and second nights. The food is as good as ever if not even getting better. A very large selection of  of gourmet pizza already made that you can get a slice each of ( 2 slices is my unfortunate max though :) They also have a very large menu with excellent dinners. My wife gets the dinner I have to have pizza though. They renovated the place since the last time I was here and it is very cute and Italian Cafe looking. The staff and owner are very friendly. All talk to you with huge smile. I'd write more but I have to leave to go back for another slice.,real
18240,I'm a skeptic. No way could the pancakes live up to their reputation. I'm still in a food coma from 3 hours ago. They do. I couldn't put them down. I need to go to maple butter rehab.,real
2329,"You have to come here if you are visiting Philly. The lines are crazy if you come during peak hours, but even at 3pm on a Wednesday they are busy! Whiz w/o is my favorite!",real
17945,"As good as advertised. Better when you live around the corner, wake up, put your name on the list, get the wait time (often up to 2 hours), go home, go back to bed, wake up and then wait for an actual time of 5 minutes. Yeah - you're jealous",real
30026,"Although I've always enjoyed my nights here masquerading as a flannel wearer, this review is strictly for the Sunday brunch. Saturday night saw a few highs and a lot of lows and I awoke Sunday morning with a Kobiyashi type appetite (the hot dog eater not the Usual Suspect). Since I was already dressed when I crawled out of bed there was only one obstacle standing in the way of fulfillment, where should we go? Boo suggested SC and I was in no shape to argue with her so I went with it. After one glance at the menu I realized this was exactly what I was looking for. The waiter / bartender came to the table and I asked him how the bloodys were. He said that he actually takes a lot of pride in his bloodys and if I'm a fan I'll really enjoy his. I wanted to hug this dude. I love bloody Marys and it's just the worst when your are trying to get the morning out of your eye so you order a bloody and it's Mrs. Ts and vodka. One sip out of this guys bloody and I was a believer. I ordered the chicken and waffles with a side of cheesy grits and some fried green tomatoes. Let me say that since that brunch I've been having that exgirlfriend type dream about the chicken where I wake up in the middle of the night, look over to the night stand and there's no plate there. It was perfectly crispy and the waffles were soft and chewy with the perfect amount of syrup. The fried green tomatoes are breaded and fried and come with a sriracha mayo. Mmmm mmmm, delicious!! Boo got the layered Mexican dish (after my first bite of chicken everything else was a blur so I can't remember what it's called) and it was very underwhelming. Way too much tortilla. But this isn't about her, it's about me and my special dish. I would definitely recommend this brunch to chicken lovers, bloody lovers, and anyone that enjoys eating a hybrid breakfast / lunch combo.",real
32427,"Today, a friend took me to Pauline's Cafe for a leisurely lunch. The food was fantastic, the staff was pleasant, but there was a lengthy wait for the loo as there was a meeting going on upstairs. We were seated right NEXT TO THE KITCHEN. It was a cozier booth than I would prefer.  I had to ball up my jacket to fit it beside me. I witnessed a collision of waitresses, one carrying a tray of water glasses, plus the endless opening and closing of doors and loud banging of pots and pans. I had been there with larger parties for Easter brunch, and I was my friend's guest.  If I were to go there again, I would definitely ask for a better table.",real
35695,"Amazing place! I still think about the burger! yummmmy is an understantement! Also, their drink, I believe it was called 210 - made with cognac and St Germain! Unique and amazing. And, the location is out of this world, very surreal ! Loved it! Next trip to Philly will surely include a re-visit to this great restaurant!",real
24496,"I like most of the beers that I've had. Fries were good and plentiful. Issues: the place is a bit dim for my tastes. I like the high ceilings though. The place lacks a soul from what I've experienced so far, but maybe that is me (lacking a soul).",real
17018,"We came here on a Thursday morning with no wait while starving and left satisfied and stuffed.  The neighborhood is a little run down but Clinton St. is nicely decorated and the food is consistent.  When we went most of the other people were either out-of-towners (heard some french) or neighborhood moms or college students.  We've come before at 3pm and waited till 4:30pm on a saturday, Clinton st should buy the space next doors and open up a bar and cafe, they would rake it in. We ordered the Spanish Scramble and the buttermilk biscuit sandwich with bacon ($2).  I had a tough time deciding between the Spanish Scramble and the Southern Breakfast, I really was in the mood for Fried Green Tomato, I would have just ordered it as a side if it wasn't 7 dollars. The Spanish Scramble was delicious the eggs were cooked with chorizo, tomatoes, onions and scallion with melted cheese on top.  Every bite was delicious and packed with flavor from the chewy meatiness of the chorizo with the nice texture of the caramelized onions and scallions, it was so good my wife had me switch plates half way though.  The order comes with a slice of sourdough toast and they give you a cup of home made raspberry jam that is refreshing and unique for ny brunch places.  The hash browns were somewhere between the texture of mash potatoes and a baked potato, I asked the waitress for sour cream as I thought it would enhance the potato, and the waitress checked what kind  they had and gave me the Jalapeno flavored sour cream which matched the potatoes nicely. The buttermilk biscuit came with hash browns, the biscuit is served one half with scrambled eggs with cheese and the other half with home made tomato sauce, both are good but very filling. Someone near the table ordered Pancakes with walnut and banana and it smelled really good that I almost wanted to order after being stuffed. Good brunch, definitely coming back on days where there is no wait.",real
34132,"I am forever in love with Cantina. I've written glowing reviews for their location in nolibs, but i gotta give a shout out to the cantina that caught my heart first. delicious margaritas in an array of awesome flavors, endless chips and salsa, plates of huge nachos, VEGAN BEEF BURRITOS, good service generally (i have rarelyrarelyrarely had bad service here), the most delicious breakfast potatoes (mexican brunch!), half price pitchers of margaritas for happy hour. i am always a happy happy (and very full!) lady after a trip to my favorite restaurant in the whole city.",real
31717,"This place is so adorable. The staff is really nice and friendly and the whole atmosphere is very inviting and laid back. The food is really good. When I went we had tried their prefixed menu which was very reasonably priced and offered basically similar things on the regular menu. I started off with the fried calamari which was cooked perfectly and really tasty, I then had the fettuccine with duck which just needed a little salt but was otherwise very good. For desert I had the shortbread cookies which were delicious. Overall it was a great meal. Bring your own alcohol is always a plus as well. I have also been to this place for a cooking class and learned a lot and made an awesome meal from start to finish. The owners are so sweet and nice and I love that they opt to use locally grown produce from there area.",real
25928,"Tucked away on Rivington St. is Jadis - a nice little oasis away from the madness that can engulf the Lower East Side at night. The small space and dim lighting is cozy and intimate for a couple to share small plates and wine while snuggling up in the corner. Leather sofas fill the back area where you can lounge with friends while catching up on the latest gossip and sipping some bubbly. It's as welcoming as hanging out at a friend's apartment. The food offerings are nothing innovative but simple, light fare that includes cheese/meat plates, sandwiches, salads, and quiches. Perfect bites to snack on or have as a complete meal. Jadis welcomes wine lovers of all budgets and palates with bottles from around the world - although more focus is on the French regions. Bottles range from $20-$100 - fantastic prices encouraging patrons to try various bottles without completely depleting their budget. What's even sweeter is their 5-7pm Happy Hours with 1/2 prices glasses or their Monday special that features 1/2 price bottles for those over $40. Wine bars are plentiful in NYC but what makes Jadis stand out from the rest is the friendly, accommodating service I encounter with each visit. My brother wanted a low-key get together for his birthday so I had coordinated with the manager to reserve the sofas in the back room for 20+ people. Since it was a week night*, no minimum purchases were required as long as we provided a heads up on the number of people attending. We had the area to ourselves for 3 hours with wine constantly flowing and the kitchen churning out food at various times of the night. Although we were a large bunch, the wait staff did not bat an eye to some of the rowdiness or the overwhelming amount of orders. They had also allowed us each to have separate tabs if we chose to which is unheard of when you're dealing with a party this large. The cherry on top was when the bottle of Gewurztraminer we had ordered wasn't ready and needed more time to chill. The waitress apologized for the inconvenience and presented us with 2 glasses of Riesling to sip on while we waited - on the house! Jadis will continue to get visits from me and will probably be the first place that comes to mind the next time I plan a large get together and want the night to be as flawless as possible. ___________________________ * - Fri/Sat reservations for large groups requires a $30 minimum per person.",real
5659,Bottom line. Not worth the price! Civeche starter was $15 for a Teny Tiny cup!  There was as much onion as shrimp.  Disappointing Wanted to order the sirloin steak - but they only serve it Well Done. Seriously?!?!   Went with the traditional pulled pork. It was tasty and a generous portion. But still not worth the $19 for a plate of mostly rice and beans. Drinks mediocre Won't return,real
25683,"HOOKERS GALORE!!!! This is quite an entertaining place to visit at 1:00 AM after a night out in the Hartford area. It is a 24-hour diner and the menu is extensive.  I think there are at least 5-6 pages on it, and they serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner all the time.  I've only tried a few things on it and I was satisified with what I was served.  On one visit I had their tuna sandwich, and on the other visit I had a tuna wrap.  Both sandwiches come with fries or mashed potatoes and I also ordered a small salad as a healthy side on both occasions.   It's good, homestyle food.  Nothing fancy or mouthwatering, but it does hit the spot after a night of drinking.  It's A-OK, and I'm not a high-maintenance guy, so I'll give it 3. But food aside, you must go here late at night for people watching.  This is one of the best places I've ever been to see such an array of ""interesting"" characters at 2:00 AM.  I probably looked like some kind of psycho as I was sitting alone at the bar seating facing the entry, because my smug grin quickly became a hearty chuckle as I saw one young female prostitute enter, soon to be followed by a long line of 8 more right behind her. On these particular women here, I saw an abundance of stiletto shoes, fishnet stockings, halter tops, tube tobs, long and gaudy fingernails, extremely overdone makeup (like Christina Aguilera), and tattoos on the arms, chest, and inner thighs. OH MY! Just be careful that you do not get a side of oral gonorrhea when you inhale the air in there to go with those fries.",real
21933,"Delicious! I had the zucchini hummus pizza, pickled ginger scallops and the hazelnut chocolate caviar cupcake. All the dishes had interesting texture plays - the scallops were topped with some sort of dehydrated bean; the pizza had wasabi peas; and the cupcakes had these little chocolate balls of yumminess (""caviar""). (They were heavenly.) In terms of ambiance, the other reviews pretty much cover it. Small, communal sitting, but I went on a Sunday and there was no wait, and it wasn't too crowded! Highly recommnend. Yum!",real
4423,"Solid food, nice ambiance (I sat ""outside"").  Classic diner food, pretty fast service.  I had the Danish Pancakes and would definitely recommend them to others!  (Lemon Ricotta & Blueberries = delicious.)",real
10117,"It was okay. I was informed that the $14 dollar burger was one of the best in Philly...but really it was pretty meh. The meat was underseasoned, the cheese had no real taste and looked plastic, and the bun was mushy. It did arrive medium-rare, as requested though. Also tried a tofu ""hotdog""...It was really terrible. I didn't have anything else, but i'm hesitant to return. For a mere 50 cents more I would go to Village Whiskey and get a cheeseburger. Definitely worth the hefty price tag there.",real
26743,"Poooooor service all around. We were there 08/09/2009 for brunch, this is what happened; We called ahead and put my name on their list, we were three people. Ok, we got there, there was a male host with glasses at the door, we checked in with him and he said "" the wait would be around 30 to 45 minutes "" and I said "" OK, we will wait "" by the way, I repeated my name and how many people we were ""threeeee"". We were there at 11:30, just guess at what time we were seated? At 12:45. The super genius host totally forgot about us and he thought we were 5 people, I was really pissed off, but I said nothing because I did not think he would understand. I think instead of him, they could just put a trash bin which would work out better than him.   I have  been there a couples of times, there were different hosts and they were well organized and unlike the host today. And the service, I get when the restaurant is crowded, you may not get a good service, but come on, our server forgot to bring our silverware, and in the half way of our meal she brought the check. I had worked in the restaurant business. If you wanna get tipped nicely, do not rush the customers. The food was amazing, we always like the food",real
31890,"I really love the Lockyard. It's a great addition to Bay Ridge because it has a relaxed vibe and something for everyone. Recently, I brought some friends who loved the selections on tap.  The staff is excellent - casual, friendly, fast and courteous - you couldn't ask for more. Oh and if you go - sit out back in their yard - it's fantastic! Finally, I know the bar is known for being ""hipster"" - yeah there are some hipsters, but mostly it's just regular people sitting around and chatting. I ran into someone I went to school with many years go and neither he or I are hipsters.",real
26031,"Came here for a light dinner around 8 or 9 on a Friday.  There were two of us, and we were seated right away in a cozy corner. Service was great.  The waitress was attentive but relaxed, and made excellent recommendations. Food was great.  We tried the cheese puffs (YUM), two of the salads (the duck and the chicken), and a creme brulee (just okay..a little liquid-y, not custard-y enough).  Just being nitpicky: the menu says that the duck salad includes ""plums"" and the chicken salad includes ""grapes.""  The fruit is dried, however, not fresh, so it should say ""prunes"" and ""raisins.""  So, not exactly what I was expecting, but they were still awesome salads. Wine list has depth and breadth, without being overwhelming.  Several options at each price point.  And the staff is knowledgeable but not condescending, which is a rare combination at wine bars. And they take credit cards!",real
34521,"So, after a long break of not coming here (I'd had come way too many times for comfort and was sick of it!), I decided to have spontaneous brunch with the bf here. Instead of ordering a usual breakfast dish I got a sandwich (california chicken panini ~$14), which was actually very tasty. The chicken wasn't dry and the salad was good except I think they put too much dressing on it. I definitely got a bigger portion that I expected. The panini had alfalfa, aioli, tomato, and avocado. yummy. The side bacon, sausage and croissant all tasted like a heart attack. Literally the moment I put any of them down my throat I felt my body slowing down and almost stopping,  as if I were becoming heavy or a statue. The taste wasn't the best either for the price and it just felt so unhealthy. I prefer Chhaya's ""unhealthy"" sides because they feel less greasy and taste better! The chicken and waffle eggs benedict comes with, of course fried chicken on a waffle topped with poached eggs and a side of potatoes. It tasted unhealthy too (duh), but I only had a bite and I enjoyed the eggs. I know from experience that I don't like to get potatoes cause these places always try to fill you up on excessive carbs!! For the sandwich alone, I give it 4 stars, for everything else, 2 stars. I would rate my previous experiences as 3-3.5 stars but this review is for this particular occurrence.",real
16813,Great place for breakfast. The blueberry pancakes were the best pancakes I've had in a restaurant. The biscuits were pretty good - and that's coming from a seasoned biscuit maker from the South. I had egg and bacon on my biscuit and it was wonderful though rather difficult to eat. Thank goodness they have expresso/cappuccino! The only downside was the wait to get in - the price you pay for good food in NYC. Come with plenty of time.,real
9548,Have been ordering from four j's for years.  The roast beef sandwiches are excellent.  Few issues with getting the orders correct....overall very good.,real
29414,"There is not much more to say about Bohemian that has not already been said. Truth be told, we were skeptical at first for speak-easies, though an absolute delight in theory, seldom embody that truly low-key, comfortable outpost in which to partake in incredible culinary joys. However, the man who brought Tanoshi into our lives (let's call him George), told us about this hidden gem and we were not about to question the gentleman's genius. With that, we made a reservation one-month in advance and were able to obtain two seats at the bar. The bar, unlike the table seating, is refreshingly intimate and - if you're looking to converse with your party, of two, the bar is perhaps a better option since the table-seating configuration creates quite a distance between patrons. That said, you really can't go wrong regardless of your position. From the moment you enter (after being buzzed in), you will rejoice in the tranquility of this sanctuary -- the music is fun but unobtrusive, people are engaging in banter of the light variety, and comfort is the mood that permeates Bohemian. It was so refreshing to be in an environment devoid of obnoxious assholes who have no volume control. Thankfully, there is no ""scene"", for it is simply a small collection of people who wish to converse and enjoy a wonderful meal. Service: The service was professional but not overbearing. Welcomed with warm hand towels, we ordered delicious cocktails and got to studying the menu in earnest. The pacing of the courses was spot-on and we never felt rushed. In fact, the meal lasted close to three hours; I wish it had never ended. Food: Amazing. The age-old question, ""How do you have sliders on the same menu as sashimi? This is some kind of sick joke, right?"" was put to rest. It's wonderful, for everything was executed flawlessly. We started with an ahi tuna salad, which was delicious. Next, we were confronted with the washu-beef short rib sashimi, which involved delectable, albeit microscopic, pieces of beef sashimi that disappeared all too quickly. This was a bit dear for the portion size, though the beef was more tender than you realized beef could be. We dabbled in the mac and cheese, which was, as you guessed, fantastically rich, served with great bread. Naturally, everyone wants to dip carbs into carbs and, let me tell you, it works splendidly. We followed this with the highlight of the evening: the miso black cod. Words do not serve it justice. Order it. Though we are not burger people, per se, the washu-beef sliders were as fine a specimen as one could ever hope. Price: It is not cheap, but one can limit the damage by not sampling all the things. At around $25 for an entree and $15~$20 for small plates, one can treat this as an appetizer and entree-type excursion and not break the bank. Conclusion: Bohemian has ruined us. We will never be able to eat burgers, fish or mac and cheese until we return to Bohemian. As we walked out the door, we were almost brought to tears at the thought of leaving this Utopia behind. A comfortable, intimate, secluded environment with outstanding food? You can't go wrong.",real
30292,"I went to the reopening and it was a good time.  It was the event the guy below me is talking about.  (BTW, I've been to Sal's a few times and not once have I enjoyed the music.  It's usually full of underaged UArts kids as well.  Regardless, this is not a review of Sal's.)  It was a plus that the diner counter was a makeshift second bar but by 12 both bars were out of pretty much every type of beer.  I gave it four stars despite this because it was the reopening and maybe they didn't anticipate the crowd.  Speaking of the crowd, it was fairly diverse.  The hipsters Kevin W. was talking about were spotted but I also saw a ton of people I've never  seen around Philly.  I made a few new friends that night and ran into many old ones.  Basically it's a decent dance spot with no cover on Thursdays.  Not a bad deal.",real
46230,"The owner is very nice, takes care of his customer personally. Food was very good. The stuffed cabbage is delicious, my favor is the okra with lamb. Love the desserts and the Turkish tea.",fake
25597,"Came here on my last day in Philly to try a cheesesteak! Just got a plain cheesesteak, no extras. It was a solid sandwich, but nothing special. Nevertheless, service was great, and it seems like it would be a great place to hang out with friends and watch a game.",real
47780,"Visited on a beautiful Saturday night and sat outside to soak it all in. If you are in the mood for Sangria, do not forget to bring the wine. There are plenty of shops on the street in case you forget. We had the appetizer sampler. Overall the food was average. Nothing surprises you and it leaves your taste buds slightly in satisfied. The empanadas were not bad though. For desert we had the cheesecake and tres leches. Probably should try something else if you're visiting. The coffee was good though. Service was friendly but rather slow. This may be because we choose to sit outside but it definitely took a long time for us to get our coffee and pay. Overall, nice casual spot but we would probably not return.",real
46922,"I've driven by and walked by this place before, and finally decided to give it a try. I was able to place an order quickly. I asked a question about the pesto sauce that was listed as part of one of the sandwiches. I wanted to know what was in it. First person, stared at me blankly. Second person, told me parsley. I volunteered that it was most likely basil, and that I was interested in whether or not it was pine nuts or walnuts. Finally someone from the kitchen overheard, and the pesto is made with pine nuts there! I ordered the avocado dream sandwich. In the time it took to prepare my sandwich, 7 people (I counted) who ordered after me received their orders. The sandwich is described as grill vegetables, avocado, cheese, and pesto sauce. The grilled vegetables were very inconsistent in terms of size, so that green pepper was only on one half of the sandwich, and zucchini was only on the other half. The sandwich was also very greasy. I do not think this was exclusively the fault of the pesto sauce. I might try the place again, but I would try something else. But, I'm not going to go out of my way to eat there again.",real
19684,"Stopped in for a late lunch with my husband, a friend and two kids.  In one word:  excellent.  I had the fried green tomato BLT and it was superb, as were the nachos, bourbon chipolte wings and the muffaletta.  They had about 20 good beers on tap and the service was friendly and attentive.  I would definitely go back!",real
15221,"I checked out Northern Spy a few years ago for brunch and saw it as a pretty standard and reliable place to get a good meal - nothing off the wall, but nothing offensive. Biscuits were great, their homemade sodas memorable. However, my dinner was night was off the hook- started with the famous kale salad and potato gnocchi, elegantly served and light, then finished with the special of the day fish. This tile fish had a brioche crust for extra fat and laid on top of a herby, potato-studded broth. DELICIOUS. The entire meal was filling but not too heavy, and I didn't feel like a porkball leaving. Kind of rare to find in NYC!",real
18496,"(Jan/ 2007) We had read great things about Clinton's biscuits and blueberry pancakes, so we just had to have it the next time we were in NY-- and right we should. The biscuits were GY- NORMOUS! And the blueberry pancakes were even bigger. A great and delicious way to start off the day. FYI. If you're taking the subway, plan on a bit of a walk. it's not quite off the subway station, but not terribly far; 10 minutes if you don't know exactly where it is.",real
720,"I had dinner last night with my two girl friends and it was an excellent choice for a Friday night! It's not crowded which is rare for a Friday night in the city but don't be fool by the emptiness because this place serves the best TAPAS that I've ever tasted. Try the Octopus and you won't be disappointed. The Spanish Omelet was okay, nothing special.   Water and Sangria Red was constantly refilled, and I manage to drink a lot of water any time I go out so that was nice.   Service was top notch, the server was very friendly! I can't even remember when was the last time I had this kind of friendliness in a restaurant in New York City. Everyone was friendly from the busboy to the waiter and up to the bartender. Polite + Friendly! And get this, when they waiter presented the food to us, the way he explain the food is like you're watching a Food Network channel. He was so passionate! A must try and definitely planning to go there again with some of my friends!",real
42876,"1. Chocoholic satiation/ ""chocolategasm""-bday girl 2. Divine sugar rush 3. Artsy ambiance Consumed: The Brenner Burger $14.25 Black & Tan Beer Battered Vidalia Onion Rings $6.95 Banana Split waffle $13.95 The Works Pizza (whole dessert pizza!) $18.50 The restaurant ambiance makes me feel like I'm at a chocolate shop, maybe at like a visiting exhibit in Disney world. ""Like willy wonka, but classy""-bday girl. The decoration is all very cute with the chocolate pipes. I actually wonder if there's real chocolate flowing in it. Wouldn't it be cool if it flowed directly to the tables and we control the flow rate?! Entree was meh, only so-so. Asked for medium rare with the Brenner burger and it was still a bit dry. There wasn't anything special with the onion rings, though the sauce was pretty good-creamy with a hint of chocolate, but still savory. However, I wouldn't say it's worth the price. Friend got the Margherita Panini and it was also just so-so. So for entrees, it's a three star. The dessert on the otherhand is pretty intense. Sugar rush for sureeeeee. Pretty rich bites. Dessert is a 5 star. Service was attentive and friendly-my water never went below half! I think I wrote this while hyperglycemic...!!!",real
17301,"Oh, Clinton. I love you for the heaven-like blueberry pancakes that everyone raves of, your maple butter, that ridiculous jalapeno sour cream, and that sugar cured bacon that I don't even like but you make me like your bacon! I don't even like pancakes either, but I will willingly throw myself in front of a car just for a half plate of those pancakes (one order is enough for 2-3 people to share!). Fluffy, flavorful, forgiving - drench it in that butter, DRENCH it! But I hate you, too Clinton. I hate you for your ridiculously long wait. The overrated menu that people are so willing to queue for hours, upon hours for. I tried coming at 9AM thinking I wouldn't have to wait an hour - I was WRONG. I can't even tell you people at which time to come during the morning where you don't have to wait. You will always have to wait. That is, unless you want to check them out for dinner, which I hear is more pleasant and includes the same menu. As far as other things on the menu, I love their Farmer's breakfast, their po'boy sandwich, and the chicken sandwich. Their typical breakfast/brunch fare is all good, too. Once, I was lucky enough to dine there while they were jamming to some old school motown tunes - I believe that's the moment I fell in love with this place. Clinton St. Baking Company is CASH ONLY.",real
35464,"WARNING about this restaurant! BLOODY BAND AIDE FOUND IN FOOD!  I have been eating at Rouge for 15 years and have always loved it.  This all stopped this past Saturday night....when...as I was eating my endive and bibb salad, I came across a used bloody band aide!  I was disgusted...not only because this is disgusting, but also because I am pregnant and it just makes the whole thing even worse!  I immediately told the server who promptly removed the salad.  The manager apologized and comped the meal...which I didn't eat anyway!  I tried to inquire about any communicable diseases the wearer of the band aide may have had but have not heard back from the manager or the general manager, like they said they would.  Hence...a review on YELP, which I have never done but now feel the need to since this whole experience is just awful and I wish it on no one else who is trying to enjoy a meal out.",fake
13124,The staff was extremely friendly and knowledgable and the food was amazing.  I would highly recommend the risotto it was comforting like a hug.  This is a great addition to Hartford's food scene.,real
32897,"My wife and I had a 7:30 reservation tonight for dinner and spent a decent amount of money.  It wasn't even 2 minutes after I signed the credit card slip, while my wife was finishing her last few sips of her glass of wine, that the waitress came over and asked us to leave because there was another couple that was waiting for our table.  It is not our fault that the timing for reservations is horrible yet we were made to feel like it was our fault.  We ordered from every course on the menu including desert and were apparently expected to complete our meal within an hour and half.  Never in my life have I been asked to leave a restaurant, let alone asked to leave 2 minutes after I signed the for the bill.  I understand the need to turn tables over but for that waitress to do what she did was appalling and rest assured we will not be coming back to this restaurant again.   In addition, we over heard the same waitress tell the couple that was sitting directly next to us that they could only order one more item for their time was running out.  Seriously?! I am huge believer that the service is what makes up the quality of restaurant.  In this case it left a very sour taste in our mouth, especially for having spent what we spent.  Lets face it, the food is on the pricey side.  That being said it if I could have left no stars I would have but since Yelp requires something they are getting 1 star.",real
15272,"Kale salad = super yum.   Overall, it is super cute.  Fresh ingredients.  Very friendly and unpretentious staff.",real
10816,"A nice cosy spot on S. Passyunk. My visiting friend and I stopped in this lovely little spot for sunday breakfast and we were well rewarded for our visit. With many vegetarian and vegan options, it made for a satisfying brunching spot while in the area. Will definitely be heading back when i am in the area again.",real
23467,"I wanted to update this review because I must say that the service at Cuban Petes is a whole lot better.  I remember back in the day it would take forever to get anything from your waiter but these days the waitors are much nicer and much faster.  I have taken all of my co-workers when they are in town and they love it.  Just be ready to hear the conga drum blasting in your ear every 5 minutes as they sing happy birthday.  Also, the Tres Leches is not just pretty good, it's damn near amazing.  The best Tres Leches of any restaurant that I have been to.  I also tried the Dessert empanadas and they were pretty good as well.  Also, be careful if you plan to go on a Friday or Saturday in a big group.  It is going to be very hard to plan and they will only seat you if your entire group is present.  Enjoy.....",real
48418,I would have said no stars but I can't okay so my husband calls duffys orders 2 cheese burgers very well done he said like a hockey puck 25 minutes and 20 bucks later it was still mooing I mean the bun was covered in blood the meat was raw really really raw not even warm I can't tell you how happy my dog was it was raw chop meat so gross we are never going back ewwww,fake
34562,"To ring in the New Year morning right before heading out for some Mummers craziness a friend and I decided to try Green Eggs for a brunch that was suitable for the first bite of 2013. And it turned out to be one that delivered in epic proportions. I've known about Green Eggs for years, and have savored plenty of impressive bites from it at events like Flavors of the Avenue, but with rarely being up during the brunching hour and soooo many other spots on my to hit list, it ended up sitting on the backburner. But when my friend suggested a South Philly brunch spot to kick of our journey I couldn't think of a better destination. and I'm glad that I did since it gave me plenty of time to take in strong coffee from La Colombe, a chill dining space with interesting local artworks and satisfying service. Perusing such an EGGcelent menu that was fully loaded with incredible sounding Benedicts (Pork belly! Shrimp & grits! Chicken & Waffles! Woohoo!). sweet french toast variations like tiramisu and creme brulee, an impressive breakfast burrito, and a stacked lineup of sides; meant that I had no freaking clue what to order! But as I read through the menu there were two words that continued to echo off in the back of my mind - KITCHEN SINK!!! because three scrambled eggs, home fries, peppers & onions, cheese, a homemade JUMBO biscuit, and sausage gravy all tossed into one cast iron skillet just sounded like the perfect taste of decadence to usher in a new year. And while It may have ended up being the only meal I enjoyed that day (it was large enough for 3 servings!), I loved every moment of its homecooked goodness! While I definitely plan to go a different route by enjoying something that isn't as freaking huge and omnipresent, I definitely have Green Eggs on the map as a spot to come back to and enjoy again.",real
12801,"omgosh this place is sooooooo good. I thought Marios in LA was good for Peruvian food but boy was I wrong. I loved the lomo saltado here so much better! The meat was perfectly cooked.. soo soft and chewy. This place is perfect for large groups or birthday parties. It's hidden between a Baskin Robbins and Dunkin Donuts but it has a nice ambience inside and out. It looks small, but it's pretty big on the inside. It's very cozy and dimly lit. The interior design is just so beautiful with the light reflecting against the sticks of wood that make up a wall. We also got a pitch of sangria and it was soooo good! Probably one of the best sangrias I've tasted! We also got the Matador combo which comes with rotisserie chicken, avocado salad, plantains, rice/beans, and GREEN SAUCE! That green sauce is spicy but freaking good! I went with a group of 7 and we only ordered 3 entrees and it was enough for all of us because the portions are pretty big!! We also had the desserts at the end that was pretty good. Overall, I had a pleasant experience here. The food was just off the hook.... I am DEFINITELY comin back!",real
4553,"Never fails to please and run by very nice and generous people. While you are waiting for a table during the brunch rush they serve free coffee,lemon/lime ice water, french fries,etc. Excellent breakfast/brunch fare at very fair prices. Love this place!",real
22249,"This review is only for the bar- I've never been here for a show. The beer is good here and reasonably priced. The veggie burger is the bomb, and I once had some okay mussels. The vibe is sometimes weird at night but also very friendly. No complaints, but also nothing to write home about.",real
16650,"2 stars for ""New York's Best Pancakes?"" I know, burn me at the stake. One Sunday, I decided to make the venture to the LES thinking that a solo brunch would drastically decrease my wait time. Oh, hell no. For one person at the bar, the wait was over an 1 1/2 hour. Now this was when I first moved to New York, and did not know that going to brunch between the hours of noon and 3:00 p.m. on a Sunday was a death wish. I regress.   Not wanting to miss out on ""New York's Best Pancakes"" I decided to order the pancakes with blueberries to-go. Best decision I made that day. My order was ready in about 20 minutes, and to boot, there was a park nearby to eat. Trash cans near the entrance of the park were full of take-out boxes from the restaurant, so there you go. The pancakes were not ""New York's Best Pancakes"" but okay at best. Definitely not worth the 1 1/2 hour wait or the hype. But that's just my palate... And I'm getting old.",real
16676,"Came here on a Tuesday afternoon, and there was an hour wait! Wow. I decided to wait because this place must be amazing. And yes it was good, but I don't think it's the best breakfast in New York. Just another frog in my quest to find the King of breakfast. It's not a bad frog...it's reliable. But Clinton st baking company will always just be in the friend zone. Haha",real
14539,"Really Enjoyed this place.  Everyone at the table was thrilled with their orders. I had the wings, which were definitely spicier than i expected, but still among the best I've had in Philly.  Very nice atmosphere",real
28447,"It appears that getting a plug from a major TV show creates the opportunity for a little neighborhood restuarant/diner to charge ridiculous prices for small portions of mediocre food. Perhaps, if you're part of the family, they'll do right by you.",real
47103,Good Thai food; definitely try the Michelin recommendations!,real
45785,"Mmm this place is yummy. Came here for brunch and had he buttermilk pancakes, bacon and mussels. None of these items came out to disappoint! The pancakes were sweet, enormous and smile-inducing. The bacon was juicy, crunch and satisfying to the last bit. And the mussels were tasty and delectable. I already know I'll be returning!",real
22142,"I went once months ago as a solo diner and sat at the window table... actually hoping I could take advantage of the communal dining aspect of Graffiti... but ending up having the table to myself for the entire night.   All I can say is:  I absolutely cannot wait until my next visit.  I just loved everything about this tight, little, cozy, ornate, friendly, social, sweet spot.  I think it is such a special place that I'm really having a hard time deciding what special person I want to bring with me on my next visit. When I was there, the owner was the one on the floor (which seems to be the case quite often)... and when I couldn't decide between 2 wines, he offered to give me 2 1/2 glasses so i could try both of the wines I was interested in ordering.  Who does that?  I mean, that is really a special gesture... and it's something very unique.  I can't remember exactly what I ordered -- I know one of the dishes was scallops -- but I know that I thought all of the ingredients were the perfect combination of flavors.  Really interesting... and really yummy. And I like the format of the menu - prices are the headers, and the food/drink is listed below the different prices.  Easy.  Yet, the whole experience is beautifully complex. Highly recommended.  Call ahead, because I remember trying to go on a Sunday or Monday night and I think it was closed.",real
2556,"All time best cheesesteaks. ""wiz wit."" Sorry Pats fans. I'm all about the cheese on the bottom of my steak for whatever reason. Ah, the college memories of standing in this line at 2 am. I'm getting hungry just reminiscing about it.",real
16977,"Their sugar cured bacon is absolutely amazing! Their pancakes, french toast and biscuit were also yummy. BUT THAT BACON. Wow. It was hands down one of the best things I've ever eaten.",real
47891,Overall I found the food to be a either overly seasoned or under flavored.  The oxtail was about 2 dashes of salt away from being inedible and the chimichuri had no oomph at all. Service here is very slow so you might think of ordering an app and popping your BYOB wine and relax because this place operates on hora cubana....,real
37680,"Unassuming decor and amazing food.  The pao de quiejo (cheese bread) was made fresh and served straight from the oven.  The menu is simple, and simply delicious.  A great place for a drink, for a meal, for enjoying a relaxed atmosphere.  Definitely a neighborhood gem for North Williamsburg.",fake
35374,"First the positive: the food here was great. Tapas truly one notch about the standard. But the negative: the place is a chaotic mess. The space is narrow, with chairs always getting bumped. The waiter spilled two glasses of wine on our table. I don't blame him -- he was very apologetic -- because the space is too constricted. They kept on bringing us food we didn't order (good?) and forgetting stuff we did order. The hosts and waiters are sweet, so it's really about how this restaurant is organized.",real
48889,"Am I the only one who doesn't like the idea of a dog roaming the kitchen area of restaurant?  I am not sure if it belonged to one of the proprietors or was just a visiting dog, but I guess at least it was a short-hair dog.  If it had really bothered me, I would not have eaten.  If the food had been great, I probably would not even mention the dog.   Anyhow, I went with some friends to grab a burger.  My friend had heard this place was good.  We walked in and were directed to the rear to give our orders.  I got the burger with chipotle sauce and bleu cheese, on the recommendation of the cashier.  We also got some chili cheese fries.   The burger was good, but it was not great.  I have had bleu cheese burgers before, and this one tasted much too salty.  I am assuming this was due to the specific cheese used; and, yes, I know bleu cheese is always salty, but this particular brand overpowered the burger.  Also, there was very little chipotle sauce on the burger.  I certainly do not want it overly slathered with the stuff, but at least put enough so that every bite gets the taste of chipotle.  The chili cheese fries were pretty good, so no complaint on those.  The staff as friendly and helpful, and they may have just had an off day, but I thought their food could have been much better.  There are places that do the burgers much better.",fake
28518,"Maybe it's because I'm Italian, but I don't understand the stellar reviews. First - a note about the 'hood. It's reasonably close to the big office spots around JSQ, but it isn't the best area. I'm not typically in this area, and I'd advise against it if you live elsewhere or don't hit this area up for work on occasion. Now, onto the food. I had a salad and a sandwich. The salad was actually very good but shockingly small for ~$7. The Caesar dressing was a vinegarette instead of creamy which was another plus. The Sub was very large and substantially cheaper than the salad (again -- weird, usually the other way around). I was super disappointed with the quality of the turkey :(. It was that cold, slimey super processed stuff you can get in those red tubs near the lunchables at the grocery store. I was shocked! I took more of the turkey off and ate the cheese and veggies which were standard. Turkey eaters --- skip the turkey here! I've had better turkey from Subway. This was not authentic North Jersey deli quality meat!!! Also -- they forgot to include my water with my order. This spot is definitely not worth the trek from downtown unless you happen to be in the neighborhood for work.",real
34182,"Last night I went out with 6 of my friends and all 7 of us barged in an took up a corner. Well there was a 25 minutes wait and for some reason they don't take reservations for any party with less than 8 people or if you want to book any table after 6pm with I think it's very odd. Anyhow, between the 7 of us, we shared two pitchers. One of a white frozen peach margarita and a regular mojito. They were both pretty good, the margarita has a more pronounced flavor of alcohol while the mojito is smoother and more refreshing to the taste. They both comes in a dozen different flavors and it will require quite a few visits to try them all. We split an order of beef nachos, 2 empanadas de pollo, and one order of costillitas. The appetizers are generally on a salty side. My people seems to be quite taken by the empanadas which has a good crunch from the outside and soft ropa-vieja style chicken and guacamole inside. I'm always impressed by a big plate of nachos with the different color on top and the fact that you have to grab it by hand make it a fun dish. The costillitas with is almost baby back ribs comes with a pineapple salsa and while the tamarind based BBQ sauce tasted good, it's not much different than the one you get from a Chinese take-out place. Maybe it'll take a BBQ expert to discern the taste. At this point we were pretty full, but we soldiered on with entrees. 3 of us got the lomo de puerco, then we also have a mole rojo con pavo, a pescado, a beef fajita and a carne asada. I had my heart set on their cochinito which I had twice before and loved, but somehow they seemed to have changed their menu and done away with it and replaced it by the lomo de puerco, which is a pork tenderloin with rice, green beans and a orange and chicharron salad. The pork is juicy and tender, there are still chicharron in it but something about it doesn't feel the same. Without the yucca puree, it has lost some soul and it's not as fun to eat or as tasty as before. The mole rojo con pavo has an impressive half-duck on the plate and for the price of $16, it definitely looks worth it. Same with carne asada and the pescado, they both seems to be great choices. I would however recommend diners to skip the fajita. It's a bit on the run-of-the-mill side. The price for us is about $45 a person. The servers as colorful as the place, it makes for a great hangout place.",real
28334,"BEST spanakopita and BEST chickpea Salad I have ever had! The lady is SOOOO lovely! The only thing to look out for is that I came here expecting somewhere to sit, eat, and enjoy and turns out it's just a front shop for takeaway in the markets! Besides that tiny let down, it was truly brilliant! I am from Australia and the next timeI travel to NY I won't miss out on having more of that Spanakopita!!! I'm greek and I make it myself and come from a family of great cooks but I really had never had spanakopita like these guys make it!!! It's just beautiful!!! coming to Manhattan in September and can't wait to get my fix!!!",real
43777,"Ask a non-Philadelphian where to go in Philly to get a cheesesteak, they'll tell you to hit Pat's or Geno's. Wrong. Sometimes they'll say try Jim's. Wrong! Well, alright, Jim's is decent. Someone who knows the landscape should send you here. It's off the beaten path, but totally worth it. Dallesandro's provides the right meat (diced variety, if that matters to you ) and bread combination. Meat is plentiful, as it should be, but not TOO abundant to overwhelm. Many toppings are available - I tend to go standard with onions (perfectly caramelized), but a friend always gets his with marinara, which is amazing. Addition of beer in the past few years was a major upgrade - but for all interested, this is a good place to get your Black Cherry Wishniak fix, somewhat hard to come by! If you come at major mealtimes, expect to wait - lunch and dinnertime during the week can take upwards of 30min-1hr. Come on a Saturday, where you'll get in and eating quickly at most times. Service is always honest and quick, as you'd expect from a small place. So sad that this type of sandwich can't be replicated in Boston, but one of these will cover my fix for months.",real
9351,"I meet up with my friend and his gf for dinner on a chilly Saturday night. They bought the google offer $20 for $40. I was in good company because they are both Filopino. I spent a few bucks across the street waiting for them so my stomach was primed. We waited almost an hour. The guy came around to give us the play by play of the situations. Made sure we had drinks if we wanted and offered us chicarrons (fried pork rinds) to snack on. We ordered the Shanghai rolls, the sigsig, the Pata, the mixed stir fried veggies and couple bowls of coconut rice for us to share together. Overall, everything was great. The sigsig with the egg was great mixed with the rice. The lime squirts helped cut the fattiness of the sigsig. The Pata did not come with the bone which was a letdown but it still tasted well marinated/seasoned. The shanghai rolls I could have done without. The veggies were a nice dish to add some fiber to the meal. My friends shared the hallo hallo but luckily for me I had my own. It did not have any corn like the hallo hallo I'm used to getting at a friend's house. I should not have eaten so many dumplings before dinner. The San Miguels helped forget the calories I ingested that night. Seating is kinda tight but I didn't felt rushed during our dinner service. I would come back in warmer weather. There seems to be a outdoors area in the back.",real
11037,I ordered six sandwiches to pick up and called an hour ahead.  Was told they were busy and they'd try to have it ready.  When I got there to pick it up there were three people in various places behind a large counter and one other customer.  I moved to two places where people were working and no one helped me.  I watched the other customer go to one end of the counter to pay for her coffee so I followed her and stood behind her.  After she paid the woman behind the counter walked away.  A few minutes later she came back and just looked at me so I said I was there to pick up an order.  About 5 minutes later it was done.  I just felt like a second class citizen or something.  The food was good though absolutely no extras and I would say the portion size was very small for the prices.  I feel like I can find food equal to or better quality with far more pleasant service.  Really disappointing.,real
2384,"I would like to first state that I have dreamed of traveling to Philly and trying a ""real cheesesteak"" sandwich since I was about 10 years old.  As an adult, I know that the most popular places are not always the best nor most authentic.  What do you visit Geno's for?  The experience & the photo-op would be the most obvious answer.  If you have a friend that is a local, he or she will probably kindly accompany you to Geno's; but, will then recommend a better spot down the street or a neighborhood away.   Knowing this, I still ordered a cheesesteak with Provolone & put everything on it (including cherry peppers).  I also ordered the cheese-fries.  Eating this reminded me of a Saturday baseball game, and my gastric anticipation was quietly settled.  The steak was unseasoned, and I thought I would get a larger variety of toppings (like sauteed mushrooms & peppers).  I was wrong.  I was a tourist.  I was making a mental note to make sure that I stop by Pat's at the beginning of my next trip, and then finish said trip with a ""real cheesesteak spot"".   I admired all the pictures of famous people on the walls.  (""ooh President... ooh Oprah... ooh so-and-so"")  The line wasn't that long, and we did get a table.  I took a pic in front of the neon sign in the daylight, and that was about it.  925 reviews, and a legacy to support it.  The owner passed last year, I believe.. and I'm sure he  wanted to ensure that Geno's would be around forever... As far as the xenophobic sign on the window, patriotism is only so far from ignorance at times.  We are all immigrants, in some way.  Philadelphia knows that well.  The Italian community should.  Blatantly stating ""Speak English"" is unnecessary at a glorified sandwich deli.  When ordering from the menu, printed in English, what other language could one speak?  I didn't let this deter me from ordering my food, but I wasn't surprised that the sign was posted.  Out of all the other -isms that have negative connotations, tourism is one that we really can control.  They've only typed what many people vocalize every day.  I just want more toppings and some seasoning - so I'll definitely patronize another place next time.",real
15373,"Good service, crowded, bland food. Went here because I saw it had 4 stars, but was pretty disappointed. Got the Sunday supper - salad (nothing special - could have made it myself in 5 minutes), Roast beef (bland and flavorless), dessert (pretty good). Also split the meatballs, which were ok, but clearly lacked some seasoning and salt. Not the quality that justifies a $10 glass of wine.",real
41657,"Sweet Afton has a good beer selection and those dangerously addictive fried pickles, not to mention fantastic burgers. I also love the decor and low-key ambiance. The backyard is lovely in good weather too. I have to credit them for introducing me to the Old Fashioned and making me into a fan of applejack. There's always something interesting afoot on the menu. However, timing is everything if, like me, you seek the low key Sweet Afton. When the bar's not packed to the gills, it's great. Other times, the buzz is a bit much for me. One particularly busy night I literally could not hear anything my friend was saying--and she was sitting right next to me. Overall, it's most definitely worth a visit. One of my favorite neighborhood bars. I'd also say it's a contender for best neighborhood burger--and that's saying something with the competition in these parts.",real
44545,Very disappointing!! I had stopped in and saw that they had some vegan options so a friend and I stopped in for lunch We shared two different sandwiches We even added a few ingredients. The breads were dry. The vegetables sparse and just plain boring. The iced green tea was great!!,real
12606,"Solid place for Peruvian. Tasty and tender steak, good cerviche and empanadas. The chicken was juicy though it could have more flavor.  The seafood paella and the yucca fries were fine, nothing special. It's also a nice space with a large lower level-- fancier than the typical Peruvian restaurants I've been to!",real
13733,"Nothing too special about this restaurant except the view. There are just a couple of things that were a turn off for the restaurant. The first is the location, way too far and inaccessible, but I guess that contributes to the view. The food isn't too special, my favorite has to be the calamari. For what it costs, the proportions did match up. Seafood didn't taste too fresh. But other than that the service was amazing and the view was just as amazing.",real
6822,Simply; The service was really good and they have one of the best burgers I've ever eaten. Blue Coat martini was a perfect local touch to a great great lunch.,real
3631,"This place is amazing.  I went there for the first time yesterday and we arrived 15 minutes before happy hour, and they didn't pressure us to order before HH started so that was a nice way to begin everything.   We ordered the vegan wings and a grilled artichoke and spinach salad that was a special for the evening.  The food was AMAZING!!!  I have attempted to follow a vegetarian lifestyle for the past few months, but I have this terrible weakness for buffalo wings.  So when my friend brought me here to try their vegan wings, I am happy to say they were way better than I ever expected them to be!   The protein was like the crunchy pieces from real chicken wings and mixed with brussel sprouts and it was served with an apricot horseradish sauce.  I admit the sauce sounded like an odd choice but when you try it all together...phenominal. The salad was this delicate, delicious mix of grill artichoke hearts (which slightly warmed the dressing, and it was lovely), baby spinach, capers, red onions, and a citrus vinaigrette.  I recommend this salad as great option for sharing before jumping into the other yummy food.   The happy hour times are great for people who are traveling from a distance (like myself) who want good food at reasonable prices.  They had a great selection of beer that was part of HH, and overall this was a very satisfying experience.  I will be back, and hopefully often!",real
44217,Great location.  The customers are awesome.  Food was very satisfying. The neighborhood ladies were in for their Sunday night dinner.,real
24135,"Last night we hosted drinks and dinner in Juni's private dining room.  Attendees, who are particular and discriminating in their tastes, described the entire experience as ""spectacular,"" ""great,""  ""fabulous,"" and ""wonderful.""   Working from Seattle with amazing Director of Private Dining and Events, Annette Jordan, everything was planned to perfection in less than four days. Annette is creative, accommodating, responsive, flexible, professional, AND nice! From start to finish she did everything that she could to make last night's experience top-notch and memorable! I had read wonderful things about Executive Chef Shaun Hergatt and Juni and I am so happy to share this great review!",fake
48630,"I made a reservation at Spasso for four in honor of restaurant week. I called earlier in the day and added an extra person to the table and the employees were very accommodating. The restaurant was very busy, which was a great sign! Every person at my table ordered a different dish and they were all great. I had the grilled calamari, penne pomodoro, fettucine shrimp, and the profiterol. The only complain that I had about the food was that the fettucine was just okay. There was nothing special about it. Our waiter was great and even though he was busy he had a great sense of humor and made the experience enjoyable. Spasso is definitely a restaurant  to keep on my go to list!",real
36809,Great drinks and good food. Turn around time between ordering a meal and actually receiving it takes a bit of time but the food is nevertheless amazing for a local Parsippany spot. I would recommend the chicken Parmesan the crispy calamari as well as the grilled salmon in a cream sauce.,real
256,"Everything on the menu here is great. My favorite are the chipirones in their own ink, the bacalaos, the stuffed olives, the salteado de gambas, and pretty much everything I've tried! The entire staff is extremely friendly and eager to please. I also love that  their food is always served HOT. The best part, though, is that it's a pretty cheap place to eat.",fake
12218,Fun place for a group. Make a reservation. I've been to two birthday parties (including my own) and had a great time. Order for sharing and you'll have a blast. I had the steak dish and the cold potato appetizer. Highly Recommended! Also get some sangria. Yummy!,real
16628,"One of the best under $15 breakfasts my husband and I have had!   We got there a few minutes before it opened on Saturday and there was already a long line..  Had to wait 20 minutes just to put our name in, but they told us 50-60 minutes, so we went and had a cappuccino at La Columbe on Layfayette. The blueberry pancakes were incredible served with the warm maple butter.   The country breakfast was also great -  amazing hash browns!     Will definitely go back when in NY again.",real
47454,Wow! That's all I can say. The service and food was excellent. I had the Mahi Mani special my hubby he the lobster ravioli. For appetizers some speciality mozzarella fig and some grains salad. Wow.  Desert the mascarpone cheesecake made my the owners wife. Excellent. Great find off the touristy strip. Narrow streets. Byob. Oh so good we didnt have time to stop and take a picture. Fyi leave the strollers in the car. Its a nice intimate restaurant. 1 high chair I was told.,real
17657,"I've heard so much about their pancakes so finally one day I agreed to trek all the way downtown for a brunch date with my friend. It was a holiday so we had to wait about half an hour. There will always be a wait. Which honestly, I'm not a very patient person when it comes to breakfast food. After all, it's so easy to make great breakfast food so why on earth will I drag myself out of bed only to then wait in line for food I could have made home myself? But, when we finally did get seated the service was good and we didn't feel rushed at all. The pancakes are indeed delicious but I wouldn't say they are worth waiting more than half an hour for. The omelets are good so is the French toast. So my bottom line: go ahead and line up to try their pancakes at least once. But I won't be returning unless it's only to get some of their baked goods or if there are no lines.",real
905,"Why would anyone go to this place is beyond me.  We went since this was recommended by the show man v food. We were disappointed. The food at any Subway is better. The service is better at a street vendor in NYC. The whole support the military is a gimmick. The staff is primarily losers who did not make it in the military. When I pressed one for his last unit, the faker was exposed and got angry. I am in the military and I am miffed that they use the 'support the military' to get customers Stay away from this place and go across the street or any place else. I am sick and tired of people using support the military to get business They are not pro america, they are just liars",fake
21976,"Went again tonight as the snow started to fall. It was wonderful again! Sad that the watermelon feta salad is out of season.  Didn't love the chicken flatbread as much as the rest, but the lychee martini was insane! Same deserts didn't disappoint, cupcake and macaroons! The service was fantastic yet again! What a lovely night!",real
6616,"Two stars, only because the food was still somewhat enjoyable but no longer memorable (this used to be my favorite restaurant when I lived in Philly... alas...it is not the same any more - what happened to the desserts?)   Only the Brussels sprouts saved the night.   What pulled the rating really down was the drinks We ordered sangria in a pitcher at $40 and it was filled with so much ice that there was very little red wine.  In the end the sangria was sooo diluted after the ice had melted... If I can make better sangria at home, what's the incentive to go back to Continental? There are fine dining restaurants everywhere nowadays and good bars too...",real
24103,This has become our regular place for dinner on guys nite out.  We were former Brasilias regulars but Fernandes is far superior.  Rodizio and $24 pitcher sangrias make for a great evening.,real
18517,"My cousin told me about the biscuits here... and how they were out of this world. Hmm... sadly i was disappointed. my biscuit was a little on the overbaked side and a bit hard...i prefer flakey soft goodness! Their potato pancakes were on the salty side... and thats coming from a heavy handed salt shaker! my friends had the biscuit sandwich... was kinda bland. i would only give it 2 stars but i thought i'd be generous because i didn't try the blueberry pancakes (like my friend jane recommended) and she said i should try dipping the biscuit in the pancake syrup. so i guess i shall give it one more go... although, i will give them this... the rasberry jam was fabulous! and the price is right... don't know if i'd wait in line.. but maybe i'll try again on a weekday!",real
35311,"A tremendously fulfilling experience, and frankly a pleasant surprise! - 4.5 stars Stepping into Salinas was like entering an instantaeously relaxing, spa-like haven. Honey-colored lighting, touches of fresh floral bouquets, and from my recollection a waterfall running down one of the walls. The front  holds a petite bar and lounge appropriate while waiting for your friend/dinner partner.  It would seem a little odd for me to say that the front of the restaurant felt like a luxurious getaway spa setting since that's not really synonymous with food, but it made me want to have a drink, unwind, and indulge in dinner. The hostess immediately greeted us, offered to coat-check which we declined, and took us down a dim hallway to the dining area. The room was a combination of tastefully chosen elements that played up the other. Lustrous mahogany wood tables, rough-cut, creamy stone walls, ocean blue velvet chairs trimmed with metal buttons (reminscent of a men's lounge in the 50's, loved the chairs), accented with fair-colored flowers, and bookshelves filled with knick knacks (books, mini vases with flowers, etc). You can tell a lot of thought went into the decor and they struck a true harmonious balance of the masculine and feminine. Onto the food! My dinner mate and I ordered the following: La Mora cocktail -  Big on bourbon cocktail. Carried refreshing hints of the other ingredients listed. Red Sangria - Dark ruby red, this is not your fruity, silly, brunch sangria, but something aged, deeper, and stronger on the wine side. Loved it. Cordoniz con membrillo (app) - Quail wrapped in bacon. My dinner mate said "" I've had quail before, but never like this."" Small pieces of quail warmly encircled by thin, crispy bacon with pan seared quince (fruit that tasted and felt like a mix between an apple and an asian pear) with some balsamic sauce drizzled over the plate.Quail pieces were juicy and evenly cooked, bacon was not overdone or salty, and almost seemed to be a natural wrapping for the quail. And make sure you soak up all the balsamic sauce with every bite. It would be a shame to waste. Panceta con calabaza - Berkshire pork belly slices lying on a bed of kabocha squash. How can you go wrong? The pork belly slices were perfect bite-sized portions showcasing the natural flavor and richness, paired with velvety, steamed kabocha squash. Pollo campero (entree) - Chicken/beans/lemon emulsion/mushroom/greens. It came out with crispy skin, and plentiful amounts of a light creamy sauce smothered on top. My only suggestion, more mushrooms! The mushrooms on all the dishes here were phenomenal. I love mushrooms and I wish they matched the amount of mushrooms with the beans on this dish, but either way a lovely entree. Porcella (entree) - Slow roasted suckling pig. Need I say more? This is Salinas' priciest dish at $44, but the portion is generous and almost enough for two. Literally, the most tender, falling off the bone, melt in your pork I've ever had. Better than the most succulent baby back ribs/lechon asado/lechon baboy I've ever had.This dish was in a class of it's own. A note on the service. First, our waiter was punctual, professional, and superbly attentive. He came by at all the right times.The other individual who brought out the dishes was the same. He accidentally spilled a little water on the table while pouring, and our waiter was there in a flash inquiring if my dinner mate got wet, offered a napkin. Flawless service. Also, I had a chance to meet the owner of the restaurant Mary Catherine (gorgeous woman!) and saw the closed off part of the restaurant. During the summer they open up the ceiling and honestly, I want to go back. I can just imagine how beautiful and charming it can be in the warmer months. Reminiscent of lounge areas in the Napa Valley/Sonoma Valley vineyards. I appreciated the hint of California. Lastly, my recommendations for this spot. All the dishes I ordered were amazing, as well as the drinks. Definitely want to go back for the 2 person paella. The ambiance was classy/refined/intimate. I would say this restaurant is better suited for a romantic/intimate date, rather than a first date spot. I think tables as big as 6 would be ok but anything more would feel too loud/too much. Hidden gem, but I feel like once word is out this place will get popular. Go give it a try before it does.",real
1378,"Geno's ""English-only"" sign is ignorant and unwelcoming. The cheesesteak at Pat's (right across the street) tastes better anyway. Although I have to admit, neither Pat's or Geno's was amazingly good.",real
27579,"In my quest to devour and compare the best chicken and waffles plates NYC has to offer, my journey took me to the trendy (yet highly recommended) Buttermilk Channel.  In summary, if you're going to indulge in some caloric binging, this plate is totally worth it.   As a whole, the chicken and waffles were amazing.  The chicken was deftly fried (not too greasy, but with a really great texture and crunch to it).  I found myself guiltily peeling off pieces of fried skin (after the meat had been decimated), and dipping it into the amazing maple balsamic syrup (which is amazing).  The syrup's balsamic tones give the syrup an interesting dimension, and I definitely re-applied the syrup multiple times.  The cole slaw was the perfect addition to the meal.  However, I do feel that the waffles were a bit soft (or undercooked).  A good waffle to acccompany fried chicken should be firm and with a crispy outer layer, to be enjoyed together with the chicken.  The waffle here was definitely an afterthought.   The venue is very pretty inside, low lighting and a hip crowd.  Be prepared to wait though.  I arrived early to put our name down, and it took a good 1.5 hours to get a table.  Any NYer is used to such a wait at a popular restaurant, but after a 50 minute train ride (as a ""tourist"" not from Brooklyn - as the hipster girl waiting in line to the WC lovingly referred to us) that's quite a wait.  Be prepared to wait, and I definitely suggest sending someone to put your name down early so that you can explore the neighborhood a bit.   The service was adequate.  No complaints, but no kudos either.   I would have given this place 4 stars if not for the wait and the price.  I'm willing to wait for good food, but it was (with drinks) quite a bit of money for comfort food.  Those two factors combined knocks it down a bit.   With all that said, I will return and shove fried chicken into my face again.  Highly recommended.",real
17424,"Just got back from brunch with the BF and one of our friends.  I heard about this place through the friend, that there is always a wait, and that they serve what is arguably the best brunch in New York.  Best brunch in a city of over 3,000 restaurants is a very daunting claim, but Clinton St. Baking Company makes one hell of an effort.  From its cutesy, cozy feel to food that actually stands up to its reputation, this Lower East Side joint should not be missed. After waiting for about half an hour or so, we got seated against the wall.  Novices should definitely get the pancakes: three buttermilk cakes (emphasis on the butter) filled with either blueberries, bananas and walnuts, or chocolate chips, and served with a sinfully silky maple butter that makes syrup obsolete.  However, our friend recommended that we split two dishes: one sweet and one savory, to get a true tour of the menu.  So in addition to the blueberry pancakes, we shared the Southern Breakfast: two eggs with fried green tomatoes (yum), cheese grits (double yum) and sugar-cured bacon (triple yum).  I've never had bacon like this before, and it was a great complement to the breakfast platter, as well as the pancakes. Aside from the small, wobbly table that made eating the food a bit tricky, I had no other complaints about the meal or the service, and the food itself is able to carry Clinton Street to get 5 stars despite a few small flaws.  Two other bits of advice: do not come here with groups larger than four (you will not get seated), and come early.  We showed up at 9:30 and there was already a 45 minute wait.  But unlike most places where I have been waiting and waiting and waiting for good food (looking at you, Daikokuya in Los Angeles), this was worth every minute standing in line. And bring cash.  Credit cards are not accepted except during dinner.",real
16115,"The first time I went there, I had to wait for almost 2 hours. But really, it was worth it. Especially the pancakes are delicious, sooo good. With warm marple butter, walnuts and a cup of coffee - just great. We also had  sweet potato fries, eggs and fresh orange juice - everything was really good. One of my favorite brunch places.",fake
37461,"Don't be fooled by the overweight amicable owner who seems so ""authentic"" and the ""cozy"" ""old country"" feel of this place. If that's your thing, i get it. But it doesn't make the food any more than average. This place is like a cute girl with a great smile, but then you get her naked and her vagina has teeth that eat your masculinity raw. Does that make sense?",real
49876,"I came here on a Saturday afternoon awhile back with my boyfriend. We wanted to try a bit of everything Bartaco offered since we had both been meaning to try it for quite some time. We ordered the chipotle slaw and grilled corn as sides. I order 2 falafel tacos and one portobello taco. My boyfriend ordered a spicy chorizo, baja, and chicken taco. For dessert, we had churros. This all sounds like a lot of food, but Bartaco has small servings and will likely leave you hungry if you only order 3 tacos. A waiter put the wrong food (a spicy cucumber salad) on our table and when we alerted him of his mistake, he said we could keep the salad free of charge for his mistake. Now onto the meals, my tacos were delicious. They were tiny and left me wanting to order 3 more. The falafel taco looks a bit unappealing and not too crispy. The flavor was almost perfect though and was my favorite of the two tacos I tried. (Not as good as Mamoun's but that's an unfair comparison) The two sides we tried were very good. The slaw wasn't very spicy and not very exciting, but I'd order it again. The grilled corn was the outstanding choice for sides, though. I didn't think corn could be so delicious. The most disappointing part of the meal was a the churros. I read good things about them on here, but ours weren't worth the price. They weren't bad, much better than Taco Bell of course, but not something to write home about.",real
32417,"The service was very slow and waited over 45 minutes for 2 sandwiches. When the food arrived the lettuce was wilted, the cheese was not even close to melted on the sandwich and the overall quality was poor. I expected more.",real
48094,"This is my favorite place in my neighborhood to eat at weekly.  The regular menu is great and their specials are always awesome.  The beer menu is constantly being changed along with their wine options.  It's a great neighborhood gastropub with fantastic super friendly staff.  Also great simple brunch options, and a fantastic bloody mary!",real
7194,"Pretty nice spot with a great lounge-y atmosphere.   The food is pretty decent; nothing extraordinary but a step up from most bars/lounges.  I like their menu which is an odd mixture of Asian/American/Latin tapas and entrees.  I tried their tuna tartare (outstanding!), Thai lettuce wraps (ok), lamb flatbread (tasty but reminded me of frozen pizza), and garlic shrimp (sad to report that these weren't very good). But the headline here is the cool atmosphere, funky decor, and  fun seating arrangements (I love the pits style conversation tables and the swing-chairs).  Bar was lively and they had a good cocktail menu to boot. I'd definitely return when I'm back in this area.",real
43437,"Pat's?  Geno's?  No way.  This is THE BEST steak sandwhich  in Philly.  Cash only, old school.  A big pile of meat on the grill chopped up fine, melted provolone cheese that bonds into the meat.  Try the mushrooms and the sauce.  I like that you can get hot peppers and there are multiple choices.  I went to this place 20 years ago and I was back today in 2015.  Just as good.  If you are in East Falls / Roxborough neighborhoods bring cash and have a real ""no whiz"" steak.  You will thank me.",real
21153,"Went there this past Sunday evening around 8:30 and it was a full house, but the 10-minute wait at the bar was enjoyable (nice bartender, helpful with the wine list) and the dining experience was worth waiting for. Beautiful dining room (though pretty noisy) and covered outdoor dining area.  Excellent waiter. Extensive menu with a very unique assortment of meat and cheese plates as appetizers and a good selection of interesting salads also.  Veal scallopine entree with eggplant and cheese (can't remember what kind of cheese ) was exceptional--but the lamb shank entree was disappointing-- delicious but not much meat on the bone to enjoy--but the dog loved it!  Finished the meal with pecorino and caciocavallo cheese, grapes and bread.  With one glass of wine each the bill came to $100 plus tip. Very lively place--excellent and fun dining experience.",real
19960,Whatever happened the last time i was here was corrected. The meat was tender and tasty. The wait was short and i was very impressed.,real
6925,Lobster mac and cheese is SO good... We ordered a lot (everything looked so good!!) and had to take a lot of it home.,real
25482,Cute & Romantic. Great Service. I'd recommend!,real
43720,"The search for the best cheesesteak in Philadelphia is over!  The unanimous decision: Dalessandro's Steaks in Roxborough. Sure, everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but if that opinion is that some other joint has a better steak, then quite simply, that opinion is wrong.  Seriously though, Dalessandro's steaks are way better than what you'll get in Center City or South Philly, and like 40% cheaper! Anyone will tell you that a Philly cheesesteak is sliced ribeye, cheese whiz and wit or wit-out onions on a hoagie roll.  Most cheesesteak places will give you this option as the default.  Dalessandro's does not, but man, their steak with melted provolone is fan-freaking-tastic!  Anyways, if you want to compare apples to apples, then get their steak wit whiz and onions and it will make your mouth smile.  Yeah. Two thumbs up.",real
47064,Pretty good,real
14581,"Once my go to in No Libs for killer wings and bar food, I have to sadly report North Third has really slipped over the last year. A recent visit brought a disinterested server and poor service. The meal was really disappointing. The pulled pork sandwich had big gobs of fat in it (how can a pork shoulder be flavorless?). We also tried a fried tilapia sandwich on texas toast which was really awful. Onion rings? Awful and heavy battered. The normally stellar wings lacked something as well. Go for the Buffalo, the asian style are overly sweet and one note. Long been a fan and love Peter's food but things have changed.",real
35691,"I used to live above Rouge, and I kinda got sick of feeling like an invalid in sweatpants walking through the see-and-be-seen crowd dining outside there.  Maybe they drove me out of Rittenhouse...but I digress... ;) Rouge is good.  It used to be my favorite brunch spot, albeit overpriced, but just good.  The eggs benedict was awesome, back in my gluten-eating days.  But I just went back the other day for brunch with friends.  I had steak and eggs.  It was mediocre at best...eggs were a little runny for my taste, and the steak was overdone.  Still...sitting outside on a sunny fall day with your friends and starting the day with a mimosa while overlooking the Square...it doesn't get much better than that!  Also, yes, believe it, the burgers are damn good, but you can get a comparable burger elsewhere for a more reasonable price. Nightlife here is all about cougars...so if you're into cougars, Rouge is your spot!  What's the male version of a cougar?  They're there too.   I'll still go back to Rouge every once in a while, if for nothing else than just to feel tres tres chic.",real
43293,"Being inundated with aromas and visions of chocolate everywhere isn't a terrible was to spend my lunch. In keeping with the brown-hued dessert theme, the place is immediately welcoming. The seating is interesting, with tables assembled around a large column in the center. I ordered the ""The Unforgettable Spicy Tuna Salad Sandwich"" which was certainly tasty, but the slogan-for-a-name sandwich had its price working against its flavor in this case, because thirteen bucks is maybe a little bit much for a sandwich, although I'm sure it was a subsidy for the ambiance. The service was friendly and I recommend it when you're feeling a little bit spend-y in the pants.",real
12236,"Love the food and the ambiance! If u wanted a mixed seafood appetizer go for the JALEA. It's a mix of fried calamari, yuca, octopus, scallops etc. the ceviche mixto is my favorite.",real
19161,"I finally ordered the Idly lunch yesterday. I made the plan the day before, calling up the man I call ""The Dosa Bouncer"" because while he obviously works for the stand, he doesn't seem to cook and his entire purpose seems to be to manage the considerable lunch-hour crowd. But when I came the next day I happily got to skip the line for the Idlys, which are pretty much steamed dosas. The Dosa Man serves them up in the sambar which he mixes with the chutney, salad, and potatoes to make a kind of hearty uber-soup....a South Indian matzo ball soup. I love how many vegetables were floating in the tangy spicy broth. The Dosa man is very nice too, despite the impatient and sometimes irritable people in line. The only reason it doesn't get five stars is that I prefer my dosas and idlys fermented longer so they get a richer sour taste. But it varies at this stand from day to day, because welll..fermentation bacteria are difficult like that and sensitive to weather. That could also account for all the Californians here saying how these dosas don't hold a candle to those in their home state. California sourdough, another weather-sensitive fermented food, is famous for a good reason after all.",real
48705,"Spasso is kind of a hidden treasure.  It's not fancy, it's good though.  This is a place for consistent good food, very good service and pretty much a guaranteed table without a reservation - the place is bigger than you'd guess - and it's in OLD CITY FOR GOD's SAKE! Recently I discovered the bar/lounge area has an INCREDIBLE deal for Happy Hour!  Yeah, weeknights 5-7:30 (I think) they have cheap drink prices and really good food for $3 a dish!  Since I was there with 3 friends, we ordered one of each of the hot apps.  The fried calamari was perfect.  It was light and tender and tasty.  The fried ravioli with marinara was very good (we got 4).  The cheese/olive plate was good.  It wasn't DiBruno Bros. good but hey, it was $3! and it included 4 cheeses and a few olives in the center.    The biggest impression was the mussels! This bowl of mussels was HUGE and it came with a basket of bread.  Easily a portion of an entree we were blown away with how good they were and that they too were indeed only $3! So we had 6 drinks and 5 apps before we left, full, and only paid like $10 a piece with tip included! I'm so going here for my pre-ritz movie drink fest!  I suspect I'll start liking movies more as a result.",real
45364,"The reviews got me coming here. But my food was just okay. I got a egg sandwich. It was just okay. it came with salad that wasn't good and it came with hash potato. (which i didn't notice, I ordered a side dish of hash potato and the waitress didn't even inform me that my egg sandwich already came with a side of hash)  On top of that the hash potato didn't taste good and was a little spicy or over seasoned. It wasn't even touched, what a waste of $6. I wish I got bacon as a side. We also got the almond french toast. It was way too moist. too much almond cream? My toast was very mushy. I love almond but this was too almondy. Service... I made a 3:30pm opentable reservation got there at 2:50pm and got seated at 3:30 sharp. Waitress was nice and friendly at first then her mood changed.. Wasn't too nice when she gave us the bill. On top of that didn't mention my food already had hash potato. 3 star for the food and 3 star for the service.",real
25648,Our reliable go-to place. Food is excellent for what it is (not gourmet but it doesn't pretend to be). We always sit at the bar and have great service. Love their $9.99 fried shrimp and balsamic chicken dinners. An excellent value.,real
24717,"This has a great atmosphere and ambiance, but that's about the only thing which is good here. We came with a group of 10 and had made a reservation 2 weeks prior. When we arrived they were understaffed-thus our food came out late and cold. 1 member of our group did not even get his food until everyone else was finished. If that wasn't bad enough, the menu items did not come out as listed on the menu. Example:the vegetable pasta was listed as including wild mushrooms, asparagus, zucchini and carrots. It came out with just zucchini and carrots which conveniently happened to be the same thing and the ""vegetable medley"" served with other dishes which consisted of zucchini and carrots. When we inquired if mushrooms were available, the waitstaff was rude and completely dismissed the concern. Upon asking for the check-the waitstaff had an attitude and we're going to charge for the pasta which we did not even eat. Overall recommendation-do not eat here!",real
18425,"This is breakfast at its best! Everything here tastes fresh and yummy, really comforting. Love the brunch but hate the wait, but it is a small place..and the waiters are always very nice. Try the milkshake if you haven't, they are creamy and heavy and great.",real
29097,"Nice, quiet vibe with delicious food and tasty beer. I had the mushroom risotto with truffle oil and parmesan- DELICIOUS. Served with fresh and fluffy sourdough.",real
38891,"If you like pho, you should definitely come here for the Cambodian version of pho. The main difference is that it comes with fried breadsticks (you tiao in Chinese) for dunking - pretty delicious. We haven't tried too much else on the menu yet (we did have some sort of pan-fried wide noodle dish that was okay), but as another reviewer pointed out, the rest of the menu is mostly Chinese/Vietnamese food. Must return to try more of this inexpensive food, but for now I'm not quite a fan just yet.",real
9420,"This is my favorite Chinese restaurant in the area.  I've been going here for over a decade and their food is very consistent.  My family orders from here once a week.  I always order the same thing and don't venture out of it.  The general tsos chicken (white meat) and a small steamed vegetables.  Try this place out, you won't be disappointed.  It looks like the typical Chinese restaurants from the appearance but the food is really good.  I did not give them 5 stars because I have been going their for over ten years and whenever I walk in they have no idea who i am.  There is one guy who takes orders by the phone who is not the nicest person; but maybe that's just how he is normally.  The female person there is nice and so are the twin guys.  Also, if you ask for any sauce packets, make sure their in the bag before you leave.",real
38315,"I want to give this place 4 stars but the aftermath was unbearable. I came here EARLY and didn't have to wait for a table. Early as in around 5pm. By the time we left which was about 7pm, there was a long line! We ordered the soon doo boo with beef and seafood, as well as squid and tofu on a hot plate. The squid dish was large- its great for sharing. It was a little too oily for my taste though. The soon doo boo was delicious as usual. Our raw egg did not cook very well in it so we had to break the egg yolk and mix it around well. The side dishes were good. Note that if you want to take home any leftovers, they won't allow you to take home the side dishes. Now let met tell you a little secret. I don't handle spicy foods very well and I found the food to be quite spicy. Of course there was some race to help save the day but it was still spicy. After I had finished eating, I dashed to the toilet. Stomach ache. 5 min later, I was attempting to walk a few blocks down the street and oh oh oh. I bent over in pain. I rushed into the nearest McDonalds but there was a line for the bathroom... I kept walking, each step faster than the one before. I saw a Starbucks and dashed in. What ensued shall not be described here. 5 min later while I was suffering in pain, some crazy old lady started banging the bathroom door beecuase she wanted to use the bathroom. She pretty much chased me out of there. Why was my destination so far? I ketp walking, and thinking of the bathroom. Finally, I gave up, hopped on a cab and made it to my very own personal bathroom. I feel as if I am forever scarred for life from eating here- might have to bring a box of pepto bismol with me if I ever come back.",real
16683,"Amazingly delicious pancakes, biscuits, and jam. Give them a try, you won't be sorry.",real
13205,"What a gem! Newly moved to NYC and was looking for some place I'd like to hang out and feel like I'm home. This was it. Yes, it's small. So there. I went on a Sunday night specifically to see the free Jazz since, frankly, it was free and the sticker shock of moving here is freaking me out! This was a win-win night. The staff was super nice. I sat at the bar and positioned myself where I would have good sight to the band when they played. Barry the bartender was a major highlight. Straight talking and honest about the menu and his recommendations were spot on -- as were the recos from the rest of the staff. I ordered the Lamb Burger medium-rare and it was delicious! And it was done perfectly. I also got the fried pork dumpling appetizer -- also very flavorful and not greasy at all. Now let's talk Jazz! The ""Earregulars"" as they are called were top notch! Great chops. I'm pretty snotty about musicians since it is my background and they did not disappoint. The mix was Bass, Guitar, alto sax and trumpet. For such a small place I was worried with so much brass in the house but their dynamics were perfect for the room and mutes were used as well when needed. A few guest performers joined in and were also terrific. One woman sang and blew my mind. Her voice was a time travel to a Bix Biederbecke performance. The clientele was also wonderfully eclectic. The age range was 20s-60s and every shape and size. This place was such a wonderful surprise of good reasonably priced food, good people and culture. With a homey feel. I hope to make it a regular stop. I guess they do music and Mondays and Wednesdays as well.",real
31729,"I was pleasantly surprised. I bought a Groupon and went in without any real expectations for food or service. I was wrong, especially about the service. Our waitress was awesome (it was a Friday night), attentive, shared her recommendations, and was generally friendly and knowledgeable about the food. The duck linguini was really good, the salmon was ok. There seems to be inconsistent portions, for instance the duck linguini was more like 3-4 servings, the quinoa was a table spoon full that accompanied the salmon. Overall a chill spot for a Friday night!",real
14467,"North Third is that perfect neighborhood bar. It has a good drink, wine and beer list while also managing to have some great bar food and a cool atmosphere. I'm a fan of their stoli doli martini. It's essentially pineapple infused vodka in a martini glass. Delicious. Can't really go wrong there. They also have some great wings and a tasty burger as well. That aside, they have some seriously wacky decor on the walls etc yet somehow it works. Don't ask me how! Absolutely check it out if you're in the neighborhood!",real
33321,The best food I have ever had. Ever. Each bite of my burger transported me to a new world - a beautiful world where bluebirds fly over the rainbow. Each taste led me down a new path of culinary pleasure. The fries were solid.,fake
22342,"They have good shows here, was there last night actually. I'd give it 4 stars, but the bouncers here can be real jerks sometimes. My one friend couldn't get into a show once because his license just expired. He's like 30 years old too...seriously thats just lame.",real
19987,Sonny's has my vote for best cheese steak in the city. Consistently awesome. Gets real busy though! Be prepared to wait a bit for your food.,real
23468,Food here is pretty good. But the best thing here is the setting. This is a great place to go and sit down eat and talk.,real
11731,"Great atmosphere, open late.  Very good food and great service.  I love this place.",real
49827,"I must say that I'm shocked at all the less-than-stellar reviews of Aurora. I went here with my dad, his gf and my brother on a Friday night, and it was incredible! I adore Italian food, and I've had enough of it in my life to know that Aurora is a great restaurant. Absolutely delicious, fresh, sophisticated, and packed with flavor. Please indulge my elaboration: First off, the restaurant has a wonderful ambiance - soft lighting, not insanely loud (although it was very busy that night), great for a date. The food...wow. We ate a lot. The bread basket is great - they give three different kinds of breads, including focaccia, all of which are freshly made in-house. For appetizers, my favorites were the crispy artichoke and white bean salad with mint and the pizette with prosciutto and mozzarella. We also split the black pepper pappardelle with veal shanks...WOW. I would most certainly have that as a main course next time. For entrees, my bro and dad shared a special - some kind of filet from a cow raised in Itally - and...OMG...one of the best steaks I've ever tried. It was so juicy and flavorful - a tad on the salty side - but so unexpected from a trattoria-style restaurant. I had a special ravioli with veal and mushroom sauce...didn't live up to the papardelle but still delicious. They have a nice wine menu, and our pleasant server helped us pick out a great Barbera that went nicely with all our meals. All in all, it was a fabulous meal and I would most certainly return next time I'm in NY!",real
39691,Good food in a casual atmosphere. Will be back,real
45166,"Nice comfortable spot to enjoy some small plates with my loves. There were three of us, and we made our dinner out of a bunch of the small plates and really enjoyed them. We had the pumpkin gnocchi, Wagyu skewers, Pepper and Eggplant casserole, Chicken Gizzards, Smoked Trout, Roasted potatoes and a really yummy apple gallete with honey ice cream (YUM!) I think our favorites were the gizzards and the pepper and eggplant casserole, both really tasty!",real
13905,"Wow. So bad that I registered for a Yelp account to warn others. The views upstairs are spectacular and our server was friendly, but that's the only positive thing I can say about our experience. We got there at 4:30pm and were told it would be a 20 minute wait. No worries -- we went downstairs, had a beer, and checked out the mini golf course. They called us up at 5pm for our table and I thought it was odd that the wait was so significant when we got to the roof and there was a bunch of empty tables. We ordered 5 items total (there were 3 of us) and after an hour only 2 of them had arrived. Oddly, the steamed shrimp showed up but the raw oysters and iceberg wedge never did, things don't even require cooking! We asked our server at the 40 minute mark where our other items were and she said it would be ""five minutes."" Twenty minutes later, still nothing, so we told her not to bother and to please cancel the order. At that point the manager comes out and said he was sorry for the delay and he offered to pack our items to go and he would ""comp us a few things."" I told him not to bother and that I couldn't imagine eating raw oysters later at home. At this he was completely perplexed -- he apparently didn't realize we had been waiting for an hour for raw oysters. I told him we simply wanted the check. Which took another 15 minutes. She slapped it down on the table and the wind promptly blew it away. I mean, come on! Finally I walked to the front and paid, though not before seeing that they had still charged us for one of the items that never came. They did not comp us for anything which I didn't even attempt to dispute. At that point I just want to flee the joint and never, ever return. Incidentally, the shrimp were fine. Not terrible, not great. Just fine. Of course we had to ask for plates which was its own 15 minute odyssey. In retrospect, that's what we call ""foreshadowing."" So yeah, we'll never go back. I really wanted to like it, but the place is a racket. Crazy prices which I would gladly pay if the food was great and the service was even borderline competent. Alas, that isn't the case here.",real
23146,"I love this spot!!! This is my go-to spot when any of my friends from NY are in town. The Cuban theme is genius. All of the guys where hats and they're dressed like local Cubans. I've never been to Cuba but I'm sure this is what it must feel like. In the summer it's especially nice because you can sit outside and look up at the stars. The sangrias are all delicious, my fav meal is the Mango chicken, with coconut rice and mango yams. I love this place.",real
20935,"Ugh. Rude seating hostess, the waitress was both brusque and incredibly slow, their bathrooms are tiny and not particularly clean, and the food, while pretty tasty in the moment, gave me an awful stomach ache afterwards. The restaurant is admittedly very well-decorated, but that's not enough to make up for the rest of the experience.",real
29769,Excellent place to eat.. They always have something new & interesting on the menu. The sweet potato pierogies are out of this world.. Sunday brunches are the best here.,fake
16295,"Worth it? To be frank: NO. The Clinton St. Baking Co. & Restaurant is not worth the line for brunch or the the slow service in the evening hours. While the blueberry pancakes are gratifying and the maple butter reminds you of something your Grandmother would serve, your time and efforts would be better spent enjoying a meal somewhere else.",real
30269,greaaaat breakfast spot. I went here before it changed hands so I don't know if its still good stuff!,real
15371,"Can the owners just give me my own table already? Alright, but seriously, I eat here way too much - yet still not enough. My fabulous new apartment is eerily close to this restaurant. Coincidence? Me thinks not! Brunch: Slooooowwww whisked eggs. These eggs + a few dashes of their hot sauce is pure heaven. The chicken and egg sandwich is also another favorite of mine. Northern Spy's chimichurri sauce kills it! Once in awhile there is a sausage, egg, and cheese sandwich special. Get this if it's offered - you will not regret it. Dinner: My favorite starters include the panbread, crispy potato gnocchi, and recently their buttermilk chicken fried livers - a special I would love to get again. I also am partial to getting the freekah risotto for dinner. Get it if you're looking for something vegetarian that is comforting and filling. If it's something meaty you're craving, the Hudson Valley pork will surely hit the spot. I also looove the polenta and baked eggs. I think I just wrote about the whole menu, but whatevs, Northern Spy is the shizzz. So much better than an overrated similar restaurant one block away.",real
15773,Wonderful experience from the moment we walked in and were greeted warmly.  Waitstaff were friendly and professional.  Drinks were interesting but a bit pricey.  Food was perfectly prepared.  Good place for special occasion - not loud you can sit and talk and enjoy your dining experience.,real
17188,"Super delicious blueberry pancakes and flaky, buttery biscuits. So.........good. Skip the sugar cured bacon, not worth it. The wait is crazy here; definitely put your name down way before you intend to eat and the staff will call/text you when your party's ready. Also, it's cash only and gratuity is automatically included.",real
32638,"I love this place. It's like an American diner with a modern twist. Decor is neat, menu is creative and everything I've ordered off of here has been good. I've been here 4-5 times and will definitely be going back. Service is great and super-attentive. Can't believe this place doesn't have 5 stars!! I've had the french toast, seared ahi-tuna, and ham sandwich - all of which were good. Definitely one of the best lunch places in East Windsor. If you're looking for a $5 meal, don't go here, but otherwise, it's a fantastic spot. Prices average about $10 for lunch.",real
15979,"I wouldn't bother waiting outside for an hour for brunch - totally not worth it, it's all hype. Notice none of the locals do it. Go to the diner instead (Remedy diner on Houston and Norfolk) - no wait and great pancakes and burgers, much cheaper too :) Or 7A (7th street & Av A) or Frankies directly opposite Clinton St BC. If you really must go, do it during the day, early in the week when there's no lines. The food is fine but just not worth the wait. ooh, the diner does great malted chocolate milkshakes which you can't get at CSBC",fake
4271,"Had the cinnamon pancakes, with Bacon. Very very good food, not the best but very fulfilling.  The butters are amazing.",real
12359,"A bit busy, but the ripe plantains, chicken and STRONG SANGRIA, made all the trip worth it excellent ambience great place to bring family friends for dinner and even a place for a date night",real
31779,I so wanted to like this place. Went with my husband for breakfast. His grits were dry and the egg was cold and my food wasn't much better. The place is cute and the staff are friendly and pleasant. Too bad.,real
49773,"great brunch - easily got a reservation for 6, really excellent value at $15 for entree, coffee and cocktail.  great menu with lots of egg options like frittatas, omelettes and baked eggs and an amazing french toast. atmosphere was charming and also kid friendly.  only complaint was that the service was slow and disorganized- cocktails took a while and coffee came after the entrees.",real
14194,"Really, just genuinely good, filling without being heavy, food. Dinner out with at least one friend requires the ordering of the crispy spring rolls, I don't know whether we like the rolls better or the pickled carrots as we fight for the last of each every time. After greasy spring rolls, I tend to veer toward lighter fare. My go-to is always the won-ton soup loaded with every last bean sprout on the plate and an extra squeeze of lime. My companion for tonight's rendezvous ordered the grilled chicken vermicelli (which he pronounces with a ""ch""....the Italian in him that he just can't shake). He never really deviates from his order, I don't really either, but after watching order after order of the flaming volcano cocktail brought out to tables, am thinking that I need to get back there and expand my palate in the realm of cuisine and cocktail. This restaurant is always crowded, a surefire sign that it's got a little something special going on. I say, 5-stars ""woohoo! as good as it gets""...or in Charlie Sheen's words ""WINNING!""",real
4938,"I got caught up in the hype of everyone's reviews on Yelp and decided I had to try this place.  True to form, the line outside was graciously served free coffee, water, (store-bought) cookies, oranges, and even sausage, which added to the overall experience.   The inside was pure kitsch, but the restaurant embraces it, so you have to admire that.  After all the wildly glowing reviews on here, I really expected to be ""wowed"" by my brunch, but it was... Mediocre [ducks for cover] Seriously, it was fine, but nothing above what you might get at any other diner for breakfast.  Maybe even a Denny's.  True, I just got an omelet and didn't try some of the more exotic-sounding items on the menu, but I really don't see what all the fuss is about.  When I'm hungover and hungry, I'd rather just pay for my coffee and sit down immediately, rather than waiting in line for 20-30 minutes for very very average food.   *Interesting note, Tom's was actually protected by a human shield of neighbors who linked arms when rioting broke out in the area after Dr. Martin Luther King was assassinated.",real
9140,"The food is super tasty and vibe is trendy casual. Everything is really flavorful - I liked that their crispy pata was de-boned. The food was definitely a 5, but had to knock a star for the service. We felt that we were rushed as they constantly kept asking if we were done with our dishes when we clearly were not. The cilantro soda was also really refreshing and delish.",real
3850,The place was a little hard to find because it's not near any subway station.  The food there was incredible though.  I was filled up and I was satisfied with my meal.  The reason why it gets three stars is because of its terrible service.  It had a homely feel but not necessary in a good way.  The waitresses were arguing in Spanish on who had to take our table.  The food took so long to arrive and my mom never got her meal.  There wasn't a lot of room to sit so were were a little bunched in.  I think think this is a great place to eat if you just want to take out but not if you want to sit down.,real
18057,I  waited 90 minutes for a table and was not impressed  by the food at all  or the hefty  price.  It was not bad but  not spectacular for the price.  It was all your regulars just at a real hefty  price.   If you really want to be wowed  I highly recommend craft bar for brunch near union square.,real
10719,"Gandhi is a wonderful place. I lived in India for some time, and typically avoid any sort of ""Indian"" food in America. Gandhi, however, makes you feel like a member of the family. The soap operas remind me of the farm I lived on in Sirsa, where the farmers wife would watch them every day. Traditional, tasty, authentic, reasonable, and the  friendliest people in the world. Go now if you live anywhere nearby.",real
24331,I finally decided to try local 44 after passing it many times. I like the decor of the bar. It has that trendy hipster dive bar feel thats real popular these days around the northern liberties area. The food was a huge let down. I had the fish and chips. The chips were go but the fish was terrible. Also the buffalo wings are flavorless and require blue cheese to get any sort of enjoyment out of them. My lady had the general tofu chicken. This was better than my meal but nothing special. Our server seem to have an attitude every time she walk up. Of course when the check came she wants to be all smiles. I do not recommend this place. If you want a good gastro pub as that's what I'm told these places are called I recommend going to northern liberties and trying north third.,real
43906,"I risked being late for my flight back home to eat a steak here, and it was worth it! I've been eating here since I was a kid.  I didn't know that they changed management; everything was still good and Carol was still behind the counter. not much has changed.  On my FB page you'll see a picture of what a real steak looks like. Real steaks, Amoroso rolls...it gets no better.Best steak in Philly which means it's the best in the U.S.",real
2725,"After viewing the Liberty Bell, Congress Hall, etc.----- Very good tasting  Philly cheese steak sandwich. I ordered mine with American cheese and sweet  grilled peppers, comes with grilled onions in the sandwich. $9. A bit on the thin side, but tasty. Short line, it just began to rain , and it was about 5pm. Tables outside only; we ate in the car. Will go to Pat's, across the street, next time.",real
46635,"I went back to In Riva and enjoyed the Spicy Ham pizza...the garlic crema is fantastic. Service was good. Even with reservations, they didn't have a nice table for us so we sat at the community table. Not a very romantic atmosphere but the pizza was good.",real
10313,"White dog brings back great memories.  Every time I go back to Philly, I have to make my pilgrimage to the White Dog Cafe.",real
28355,"Every time I do my grocery shopping at Essex Market I always get lured in to Boubouki for their incredibly delicious spinach pies. The flaky crust is baked to perfection. Never feels heavy or overload in my stomach. A triangle piece is a great snack for browsing the aisles of the marketplace. I love Greek food, and tried many spinach pies, this by far takes the pie.",real
20742,"Nice ambiance, good food.",real
49078,"Just ate here on a hungover whim and boy was it the bomb.  A friend mentioned wanting to try this place and we did just that.  With hardly enough time to sit and eat we decided to call in for takeout.  Once we arrived there was a parking spot right out front and so we decided to eat in.  I got the Kobe burger with chipotle and some kind of horseradish cheese and fries that came with a side of Aioli to dip.  The fries were decent and the burger was decadent. The roll was perfect the meat was tender and juicy and delicious and the size was large, I couldn't even finish it.  And it was so good I decided to bring home the leftover to tear into as soon as I can make some room in this belly.  I recommend.",real
475,"This is my favorite Tapas place in the city. My best friend and I love going to Tapas bars and we come here at least twice a month. I have yet to had a tapa that wasn't good and they sangria is amazing. They have so many different flavors. My favorites are the red sangria and the blueberry/pomegranate/champagne sangria. And on Thursdays and Saturdays, they have flamenco dancers. I have yet to go then, because I never plan enough in advance, but I'm hoping to go soon. I highly recommend checking this place out. You won't be disappointed.",real
21296,"have I eat at UVA?      yes have I drink at UVA?   yes how was it?                 I  have no idea... But this is not bad in this case because UVA plays her role in a perfect way: UVA is all about to create an scenario. I love the ambiance either inside or outside in the backyard, they create an atmosphere of intimacy; and the service and food are very good, otherwise I'd be now complaining since if I go there is because I really want a perfect moment. The food play her role perfectly well. Is definitely good; huge selection of classical Italian dishes nicely presented and very Mediterranean: olive oil, herbs, cheese and olives everywhere.   The wine selection is large and really good, as well as the cheese menu. I'd go all the time for the Antipasto menu. Good selection of dishes to share...I told you, they know how to create that intimacy.   I haven't try it yet, but a summer brunch in the outdoor terrace must be really nice also. I guess you already realize that UVA is that place where you bring your closest friends or a date. UVA is the Spanish and Italian word for GRAPE.... just that, simple, not pretentious at all, but wonderful.",real
36406,Found this place on yelp. The restaurant met up to its reviews. I had the tacos al pastor. They were delicious. The meat was cooked to perfection and the sauce they put on top of the meat was very flavorful. The place is very small and they do not serve alcohol but it's a great place to grab a quick bite.,real
37666,Don't order the filet mignon.    It tasted old (maybe defrosted) and beyond it's expiration date.    Two bites was all I could manage.   The baked potato tasted like it was a reheated leftover from the prior day.    None of the wait staff asked about the food or why I was sending back my plate uneaten.   Then with a smile they gave me the check.   I've been to Brazil and dozens of churrascaria's.    How can they claim to be a purveyor of Brazilian food with this very low quality of materials and service?   Nunca outré vez.....,fake
42912,"I am not impressed with Max Brenner's. Had a friend visiting from out of town so we decided to go out to have dessert. Whispers of fondue seemed super promising and the alluring smell of chocolate that extends down the block made it pretty much impossible not to stop in for a bite. Overall impression: overpriced We got the Italian hot chocolate, the waffle special, and fondue for two (5 of us total). To be fair, there was a lot that came with the fondue. However, I could have easily dished up the same dessert for 1/3 the price. Tasted good but I wasn't wowed. I am not stingy when it comes to spending money on food....but it needs  to be worth it.",real
3696,"Love this neighborhood bar. Cheap food, cheap drinks, jukebox. Everyone complaining about the space or especially the bathroom... IT'S A DIVE BAR. If you were expecting something fancy, put your money up. This is an old bar and you can tell. I love when cheap people expect the world. Keep dreaming",real
39269,"This place has really come around.     Weve come back multiple times now for dinner and dim sim, and both r always great. The lobster specials are always really good.......and the weekend dim sum is always really good.  very authentic.  so many choices! the service has esp come around!   we must have come on an off day that first visit.",real
31841,"Awesome place!!! The Lock Yard is a casual bar with a laid back vibe. It's a great place to kick back, have some beers and enjoy a bite to eat with some good friends. The backyard/patio is spacious with nice decor, perfect lighting and heaters for the cooler weather. They have a great variety of food. The beer selection is wide enough to satisfy any beer drinkers pallet. The service is outstanding. The manager/owner is a super cool dude and makes you feel like you're family. I recommend this place to anyone who is looking to have a great night out. Amongst the vast number of bars in Bay Ridge, Lock Yard is a diamond in the rough.",fake
13230,"So, we were looking for a place to grab a bite to eat before seeing a show at City Winery and the Ear Inn was exactly what we were looking for. Friend 1 ordered the mussels and said they were awesome - they looked and smelled great and there were lots of em. Friend 2 ordered the salmon salad over greens and said it was great. Friend 3 had the cobb salad and said it was tasty. I ordered a burger with blue cheese and mushrooms, side of fries and some salad and it was great. The burger was about $13, salads were like $13, mussels were $10, I don't remember what the wines and Guinness cost. Overall, thought the bill was reasonable. Additionally, I liked the simplicity of the menu and the place itself. Felt like my neighborhood restaurant/bar and had a touch of history. By the way, check out Google Maps and use the StreetView tool. You can actually ""walk"" inside the Ear Inn and get an idea of the layout. Highly recommended place. Cheers!",real
41197,"What is it about Alphabet City that brings us delicious Cuban restaurants w/ friendly staffs? Cafecito, like Cafe Cortadito, serves up some tasty, affordable food. Came hereon a freezing January Wednesday night, so I was able to avoid what I assume are typically long lines during the warmer months. I ordered the pork shank, which was a special for the day. It was slow-cooked & the meat fell right off the bone. Love it. The sauce it was cooked in was delicious as well. Very tasty plantains. The black beans were so-so. My friend ordered the ropa vieja, which was actually very good. I'm not a huge ropa vieja fan, but I liked it. We both had the wonderful tres leches, topped w/ fresh pineapple & a raspberry. We also had the sangria. Pretty good stuff, and sneakily alcoholic.",real
9313,"Waited for ages with a party of 4 to be seated, but the staff was apologetic and comped us an appetizer when we finally sat down. The food was incredible and honestly worth the wait. We got one of almost everything to share - the Khao Soi and Coconut rice topped out as my absolute favorite! Go very hungry!!",real
1209,way better then pat's!!!,fake
14423,"North 3rd is one of my favorite spots in Nolibs! I love the staff! Maura and Ben are  always super friendly and give great service,  and Kevin is the best bartender.  The yummiest food options are the tuna burger, Thai chicken wings, lamb burger, and they have fabulous rotating specials. Love the voodoo decor :) Outdoor seating is dog friendly and they always make sure my Shiba Inu has a water bowl.",real
34785,"I went for breakfast and really enjoyed the food once it got there!   The place was EXTREMELY busy which I don't think they were able to handle.   My mom said her coffee was the best she ever had.  We both ordered eggs with spinach, mushrooms and goat cheese.   Because of a fellow yelper, I asked for extra goat cheese.   Had I not,  asked for the extra goat cheese, I don't think there would be any in there!   A lot of people say their potatoes are greasy, but I loved them.   They reminded me of my grandmother and I thought they were delicious.   I ordered my little one the Peanut Butter and Jelly French toast.   Let me say, you have to be a Peanut Butter lover to enjoy this!   They did not skimp on the Peanut Butter! Other than slow service (which I think they'll get it together, since they have only been opened 2 weeks) it's a keeper for sure!",real
48308,"I've never had a Vietnamese sandwich, and I think Banh Mi Zon has set the bar pretty high. The melding of different flavors - sweet, sour, savory - and textures - creamy, crunchy, succulent - were just perfect. I was pretty surprised by the baguette - I was expecting something a bit more toothsome, like an Italian baguette you might get at Parisi, but it was almost a white bread hybrid - soft and fluffy on the inside and lightly toasted on the outside. Only drawback was how long it took to make the sandwich. It didn't take awfully long and I wasn't in a hurry, but considering that there was only one customer ahead of us and the place was otherwise empty, she seemed almost too deliberate when making the sandwich. Still, the quality was impressive.",real
31058,"Amazing. Staff is always warm and friendly and very knowledgable! Great wine, great good. I live a few blocks away and will def be back many, many times.",real
20079,Get a Wiz wit. Amazing.,real
49686,"I'm so surprised this restaurant has a high rating after the experience I had on my Sunday evening visit. I do not recommend it. 1. Overpriced: I truly felt there was little value for the prices. My group tried their specialty drinks that seemed to be missing any trace of alcohol. One Appetizers priced around $15 was 80% bread and poorly seasoned beef tenderloin. Dinner entrees were average in presentation and flavor. 2. Poor service: I prefer quick, friendly interactions with waiters/waitresses - I don't need anything fancy. Our waiter however was inattentive, confused with simple requests (""I am leaving before my friends, will you please keep my bill separate"" utterly baffled him), and could not recommend between different menu options or provide wine details. Bottom line: pass on this place",real
22405,Cuban restaurants overpriced and small portions.... Real good Spanish food Noches de Colombia a few blocks away from Pete's ..... You won't regret it......,fake
19874,"My husband and I were on our way back to Virginia and decided to stop in Philadelphia for lunch. My husband has never been! When in Philly you must get a Philly cheese steak right?! The plan was to take him to Pat's or Geno's, the most famous places to go to. However, we were near the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall so I wanted to go somewhere relatively close. After looking on Yelp I found that Sonny's was the next best thing compared to Pat's or Geno's and within walking distance. I have to say Sonny's was just that, the next best thing. If you have time, go to Pat's or Geno's.",real
45532,"This place was great for a weekend brunch, except make sure you make reservations! It gets really packed. The mac and cheese was fantastic but my favorite was the mushroom grilled cheese. Delicious!",real
4947,"LOVE THIS PLACE. I ate here with my roommates on a chilly Saturday morning.  We live about a block away, so the convenience of this place is awesome. You know how you usually hate waiting for a table at Denny's or IHOP?  I loved the wait at Tom's.  They serve you cookies, coffee, fries with ""secret sauce,"" orange slices....   I ate lemon ricotta pancakes with beef sausage and lemon.  Mmmm.... Vanitha had blueberry/mango/walnut pancakes.   The fact that they give you strawberry butter, cinammon butter, and lemon butter is soo great... you can bring it home with you and use it for your own dishes!! The owners are fabulous and sweet and I highly recommend this place.",real
12022,Awesome atmosphere. Great food. Large portions. Friendly service. Left feeling satisfied,real
45233,"I went to brunch today and it was my cousin's first trip to NYC. So, with the weather pretty awful, the only way we could turn it around was order Bloody Mary's right when we walked in. We both got the Pickled Mary, which is their Bloody Mary house-blend with pickle juice and yummy garnishes. As a Bloody Mary virgin, I have to say I popped my cherry at the right spot. This mix hit the spot! Then we ordered hummus with seedless cucumber, sugar snap pease with chile oil and feta. The hummus came with flatter-than average pita bread that was so hot and steamy it paired well with the creamy and soft-toned hummus. The cucumber was fresh and crunchy as a topping. We also ordered the huevos rancheros, three eggs cooked with black beans, ranchero sauce, cheese, line crema fraiche, and pickled onions and jalapeños. It was out if this world! The chips paired with the creamy eggs and beans, sour from the onions and fresh sour cream made for the perfect brunch dish. I would definitely come back!",real
753,Walked in here unexpectedly for lunch and food was amazing! They have great lunch menu so was tempted to try. So glad I did! It's a brand new restaurant and so happy I gave it a try. Will be coming back.,real
29856,"This place gave me a bad impression of Philly.  The body guard was beyond rude.  The place looks filthy and it would not dine here or party here if I were in the Philly area.  must avoid this place , yuck",real
35473,"Rouge is what it is..You have to go there knowing your food might be excellent or you might eat something totally average and pay and arm and a leg for it..You dont go there to be critical of the food per se, more to people watch..Drinks are solid but again, your not going to pay a bigger mark up on wine anywhere in the city...But every so often its worth it just to sit outside and watch all the people who have to be seen come in and out..Take note, many of the ""customers"" are often also working, which is worth the price of dinner to watch...Fun place in the warm months and definitely a unique crowd..FYI burger is good, but not what its hyped to be..Worth trying, but you can get better in Conshy and in the City..Sketch burger in Fishtown and Stone Rose/Blackfish are all better depending on where you are..",fake
18557,"Had the day off recently and went for breakfast.  Got a table right away.  Figured it be less busy like other weekends I've gone.  It was still pretty busy though and tables were filling up fast at 9am.  Wow, look at all these unemployed fools.  jk.   Got the Blueberry pancakes for the first time this time around.  It was still good and better than most other places, but I think I'll stick with the Banana ones.   Sugar Bacon and biscuits are automatic.",real
12911,"I was looking for a nice restaurant with good food that didn't require a pre-fixed menu for large groups. I came across Pio Pio and we had dinner here last night as a group of 15. (Definitely make a reservation. They called to confirm day of and they told me that everyone has to be there for us to be seated. They will only hold the table for 10 minutes if most of your party is late.) Decor is very nice. It has the feeling of an upscale restaurant (aside from the brown paper on the tables. haha). It was very spacious and the lighting was just perfect. Our waitress was very knowledgeable. She had lots of recommendations for us. We ordered sangria (of course). They have red and white. We ordered a pitcher of each. They brought us 2 of the white. The waitress told us the bar made a mistake and she gave us a pitcher of red on the house (yay!). The red is sweeter, so I'd stick with that one. Started off with the Calamr Frito. It's calamari that has been nicely fried crispy. I wouldn't order it again because it's just calamari, but the table wanted it. We had the Ceviche Mixto, which is a mix of different seafood with pine nuts and some sort of bean. This was good. I really liked the citrus taste. Also ordered the salmon ceviche (I forgot what it's called, bechichas something). I really liked the green sauce that this dish came with. Finally, for the main course, I ordered 2 Peruvian Combos and 2 Matador Combos for the table. They both come with a whole Chicken Pio and an avocado salad. The Peruvian comes with French Fries, while the Matador comes with rice and beans, tostones, and salchipapa (french fries and hot dogs). I'd say the Peruvian is good for 2 people, while the other is good for 4 people. My only gripes were that the skin on the chicken was just a bit too salty. The tostones were way too dry, but the garlic dipping sauce it came with was really good (I chose to dip my chicken in this rather than their famous spicy green sauce). Overall, everything tasted pretty good and it was a good experience. The prices are decent. For our dinner, it came out to about $22/person. I would come here again and try something else.",real
41272,"My churrasco was delisioso! I loved it. It's a rather small space, so it seemed to get full quickly. Luckily we were there for a very early dinner, so no issues getting seated. The service was good, the food was good. Definitely will be back. Oh, cafe cubano was also pretty perfect.",real
2087,"At least I can say I ate here, but it was a waste of money. This place is a  tourist trap,  There was more bread than meat, nothing tasted seasoned. If I ever visit Philly Geno's would never get my money again.",real
5881,Nice small restaurant.  Good ambiance.  Food was delicious!  Mole sauce and salsa verde were legit.  My only issue was the guacamole serving was a bit small.  I could've eaten it by my self.  Definitely no more than 2 people a serving.,real
43608,Excellent....meat isn't greasy....perfect amount of cheese the bread is not stale like other places....,real
8703,"This place is a Grizzly Bear album in the form of a restaurant. The cash-only weathered wood look with the hoighty toighty cocktails and a short menu that covers all the New American bases just right. Bread is an item on the menu and it's $5. When I first saw this my fake mustache almost fell into my brandy from indignation but let me tell you something about the bread here. It's almost a meal in and of itself and I've never smashed down a platter of bread and butter faster than the four giant, warm, fragrant and crispy chunks of carby goodness they brought out with a huge side of fresh herb butter. If you pair this up with salumi and some olives you've got yourself a meal. Other bits: Cured olives - Pretty big bowl and not overly cloying like the briney olives you might be used to. Salumi - Decent portion for two and definitely worth ordering. It was a small plates night for us so we didn't have any of the entrees but I will be coming back for one of those.",real
36354,"Easily one of the best al pastor tacos I've had, and certainly the best I've had in NYC (where there just isn't much good Mexican food...). Three al pastor tacos will run you about $10 bucks here, but should be enough for dinner or a late night snack.  The shop is pretty small so it can get pretty busy, but I am also told that they deliver, which might be a good option to take advantage of.",real
46051,"A solid brunch option, good for families. In addition to having friendly service, they also take reservations for brunch (not to be assumed downtown)! I've been here twice so far, and both times were satisfying. I'd recommend starting out with the granola/fruit/parfait and warm beignets. The egg dishes are yummy, as is the steak salad. I'd definitely go back here again. FYI -- this place is pretty family-friendly (read: strollers at the door).",real
5627,"Allow me to preface:  I'm Floridian at heart, so I know me some good ol' authentic Cuban food.  Soul de Cuba is pretty damned amazing.  A small place, the interior reminds me of Miami - terracotta colored tile, palms, small wooden tables, ceiling fan, cream colored walls decorated with photographs and cigar logos - conjures up images of warm weather and Florida (or Cuban) sunshine. There was only one girl working as hostess, server, bartender and busser, and while the place only had about 4 tables occupied at a time, Yessenia did a great job flying solo.   Drinks were well made and portioned in standard water/soda glasses, but nothing special.  Tasty, but for $9 I can pour a shot of rum over ice and crack open a can of pineapple juice on top.   I was SO excited at the prospect of having a proper Cuban sandwich - outside of Florida they're rare and usually have some modification that makes them terrible (turkey?  Really?)... I was very saddened to find out that sandwiches were not served after 5PM.  On a semi-side note, I always find it unbelievable that establishments still abide by this with certain fare.  I understand if it's dinner and someone wants eggs benedict, but if you've got the pork for other entrees, a bottle of yellow mustard and some Cuban bread still hanging around... why can't you make a sandwich??  Does someone take the sandwich press home at 4:59, therefore no sandwiches?  Such a silly rule.  But I digress... I ordered the lechon asada - pulled mojo-marinated pork served with sautéed onions over black rice with fried plantains.  Yessenia told me that my order was filled with the best part of the Cuban sandwich - the pork.  Well have mercy - if that pork goes on their Cuban, I'll be back before 5pm once a week!  Their pork is seriously the BEST pulled pork I've ever eaten - between Latin cuisine and BBQ, this tops it all.  It was so moist and tender with such good flavor, I totally forgot about my sandwich loss.  The rice was just rice, but the plantains were great. They also have their own hot sauce which is super citrusy and is a nice alternative to most other sauces.  The pargo a la cubana (snapper sautéed with tomato, onion and garlic over rice with black beans) was superb, too - the black beans were awesome and definitely seemed homemade. The food is not cheap by any means ($74 for two drinks and entrees), which would also be nice to have sandwiches as dinner options considering New Haven is a [verrrry expensive] college town... but all in all, I was deliriously happy with the food.",real
8111,"Best Greek restaurant in NYC Maybe best Greek restaurant in the Country. Possibly the best Greek Restaurant in the world, including Greece. One of the best overall restaurants in NYC too. Very reasonable prices, friendliest staff, awesome bar seating, cool ceiling, great Greek wines, and the food is outstanding...",real
45797,"Cookies for dessert!  Homemade, warm, delicious.  You get six cookies of different types.  Highly recommended way to top off the meal. The veal meatballs and gnocchi special was very good also.",real
47202,"The service staff was slightly confused when I explained I'd like beer on tap instead of in a bottle, and I pointed to the draught beers section on the menu. Still, they brought a bottle and was confused when I asked about it. Oh well, no harm done. The food is mediocre and I just wasn't too happy with the tastes as nothing tasted unique or eye-opening. I'm not particularly hard to please in terms of dining experiences (note all the 4 and 5 star reviews I have) but OBAO under-delivered on its food in my opinion. The pork belly was dry and overcooked, and the sea bass did not impress. The ambiance, however, is beautiful. The vibe is good for a group dinner.",real
29238,"Finally! We've been up here for 6 months and it's only now that we're truly happy with a Jamaican restaurant. The jerk chicken was perfectly cooked and spiced. The rice and peas was almost as good as my mother's. The plantain was ripe and delicious. The beef patties were spicy and seemed homemade. Which is a refreshing change from the tastee patties you get everywhere else. Not that those are not the bomb dot com... Because I'll take one off you if you've got some. I'm not joking. I don't care for cooking complicated pastries. I just can't. Anyway I digress. The curry goat, perfect! Of course it had the requisite amount of bones getting in the way of meat. But that's why you need to order a large. So whatever. The meat was tender, well spiced, and did I mention tender? You know that's important with gamy meats like goat. Lawd I'm so happy with this place. Even the price was right! By the way, I know I wrote ""curry goat"", but that's how true Jamaicans say it. And these are true JA people. I'm giving it only four of five stars because my husband wanted jerk pork and they don't have any. :/ Go here if you want the real deal and a decent price.",real
1836,"Good, not great, Gets 4 stars for the history....",real
23814,"Was craving a quesadilla today, but decided to order the Mariachi Plate for some variety, and I'm kind of pissed that I did. Sure, everything was executed well, but the lack of their including any sauce/salsa left me with a dry mess in my tummy. Nothing was zippy or spicy on its own, and I had no means of adding any oomph in that department, so needless to say it was a very boring meal. Next time I'll order the quesadilla and request extra salsa so I at least get something out of the deal. Meh.",real
34499,"It only takes a few minutes for me to walk there from where I live, and I have to say this is one of the best places to get a beautiful and delicious breakfast any day. The atmosphere is very homey and comforting. I always try something different that's savory and something sweet when I have company. The portions they provide you is more than enough and well worth it's price. I highly recommend for those who have a big appetite for delectable food!",real
23820,I absolutely love this place!  The staff is always super friendly.  The food is cooked relatively quickly and all of the ingredients are always fresh.  The chips are homemade and taste great with the homemade salsa (they're thick so they don't snap in half when you're dipping them).  The breakfast burrito is HUGE!  They listen to customer feedback and have changed their recipes in response.  The dragon salsa was reformulated without me knowing it.  I ate my chips & salsa really fast and my mouth was tingling for quite some time afterwards...and I'm an avid hot sauce person.  The shredded pork tacos are delicious and fresh.  The food is not greasy at all and it is very consistent.  The inside is very small but I will sacrifice decor for high-quality food any day.  It makes the ordering/dining process a lot faster which is perfect when I'm just running out for my lunch break.  I'm so happy there is finally an AUTHENTIC Mexican restaurant in the area!  I hope they are around for a very very long time!,real
45241,"Went here for brunch. Friendly service, good food and atmosphere. If you like Bloody Mary's they have a variety to choose from. Plan to come back here again for dinner. Food: Fried Egg Sandwich, Egg Scramble with Provolone and Huevos Rancheros were all good Drink: Tried the Popeye Bloody Mary - very good. Non alcoholic: the cucumber soda was really refreshing.",real
24987,"Great place! I like the minimalist decorative style and the food is great. I got the lemon chicken with no rice when I visited. It was delicious! I love that more and more of these healthy restaurants are cropping up. I can go there with the confidence that I'm eating REAL food and that's pretty awesome. The staff is super friendly, too. I'll be back for sure!",real
43767,Roll - 9.0 out of 10 - Solid Roll Steak - 9.5 out of 10 - Excellent steak which is diced and is not very Cheese to Steak Ratio - 3 to 1 -  I know that sounds weird but I hate a steak that has way to much cheese or not enough.  I think the ratio was spot on. All in all it is one of the best steaks in town. The size was also awesome.  I am a fairly big eater and did not finish the steak lightly.  One of the top three steaks in the city.,real
13391,"I didn't eat here, but sat at the bar drinking beer while my cousins eat. The 1st cousin had the beef stew which he raved about and the other cousin had the special bison/buffalo burger which he didn't like cause he's a dumb-ass & didn't realize that buffalo doesn't taste like beef .... Wowever, the hoegaardens (beer) were very quaff-able the service was decent, the food smelled and looked great and seemed inexpensive for the quality/quanity. I must head back here next time I'm in this part of town to get something to eat.",real
6325,"As loathe as I am to give poor & mediocre reviews when I can't really fault the experience... I'm convinced I would rate Morgan's higher if it was the first Texas-style BBQ I'd had. Alas, I've only been to a few such places in NYC, but the food was significantly better elsewhere. Especially given what we paid (about $80 for two). The brisket we ordered came out kind of... cold. We told the waitress and she had it warmed up. The pulled pork was a bit cold too, but at that point we couldn't be bothered and just ate it. They had some kind of pinto beans side, no southern-style baked beans in sight, which were kind of bland. I liked the collard greens and the cornbread with pepper jelly. But the food overall wasn't up to par. It's amazing how much better Mighty Quinn's in the East Village is, given that it's much cheaper.",real
18931,"I am surprised to find that a small pizzeria opened up in Soho when there are already a few around the block. I thought Lombardi's being a few blocks away would drive all pizzerias away from this region, but to my pleasant surprise, Prince Street Pizza was quite good. There is no way I can give these guys 5 stars when there are so many great pizzerias in New York, but they are good for what they are. If you are looking for a quick bite and are looking to eat without waiting in line or seating, this is a great place. For those people who carelessly gave out 5s, easy with the 5s please. 5 stars is definitely overrated. Then what about Lombardi's? Price is cheaper compared to sit down places, but it is still on the pricier side. 18 for a cheese pie? A few more bucks and we are talking Lombardi's price. But, it is still light years away from contending with top dogs.",real
27104,"Clam flavored chowder no clams. Service non existent save your time and money. Used to  have $5.00 lunch with salad bar. Completely different. Lunch specials not at all special. All items were taken directly from the regular menu. Burgers looked good, but burgers can be found anywhere. Not worth the trip.",real
11270,"Great food, attentive waitstaff....small and intimate, an overall great combination. Had the Ravioli, and was pleasantly surprised...friends had the steak, upon the  suggestion from the waiter. Hours later, we were still talking how delightful was the place....",real
40089,"The wait here is seriously RIDICULOUS!! I came here on a Thursday night with two friends for a light dinner. I didn't wait, but they did! The wait was so long, they had a few rounds of drinks a few blocks down before a table cleared up for us. Even then, we still waited about 15+ minutes to be seated. The server was nice though, she apologized a few times and promised us super strong drinks. We all had three tacos each, a mix of chicken, skirt steak, and pork. They don't allow you to choose three different tacos per order, so we each got an order of tacos and switched with each other. Didn't think the tacos were anything to rave about, very typical and thankfully not super salty! One notable drink: the grapefruit margarita! I LOVED IT!!! A good alcohol to juice ratio and it wasn't bitter. Overall: the place is cozy, but I wouldn't wait that long just to eat here.",real
14956,"Great food, seasonal and organic a plus. However, quiche is skimpy with barely any egg, and dishes may come differently than described. At least they serve tasty safe cancer-free food.",real
21738,"My wife and I recently ate at Graffiti, and we simply loved it.  The flavors are spectacular:  we shared the watermelon/feta/mint sorbet salad, green mango paneer, pork buns, zucchini/hummus pizza, and Graffiti burger, and we enjoyed every dish immensely.  I also had the lychee martini and loved it.  Plus, the service was great (I liked that the waiter described each dish in detail), and it was a treat to meet Chef Mehta.  I highly recommend this restaurant.",fake
1463,It's not often you can copy and paste a review verbatim from a different restaurant but what is said about Pat's also goes fro Geno's It's really hard to fuck up a cheesesteak since it's just chip steak with cheese on a bun. That's why it's a such a great food and a staple in Philly because it's easy to make and it tastes good. You don't need to be Jose Garces to pull it off. And everything tastes good at 3am. Now Pat's doesn't fuck up their cheesesteask but they are completely mediocre and if you like you're cheese melted it's not happening here. I'd say they are the McDonald's of cheesesteaks but McDonal's is fast and cheap with the dollar menu. So if you want a medicore cheesesteak from some dude who yells at you this is your spot. But I'd suggest getting your picture taken here and then heading to John's Roast Pork or Tony Luke's.,real
16924,"Probably my top 3 places for brunch ever. Definitely a 5-star for food, so delicious. The lobster bendict: WOWOWOWOW!! love this. The lobster pieces were plentiful and the eggs were poached in such a whisty way, if that made sense (but look at my picture for details!) Blueberry Pancakes: I'm more of a waffles girl, and never really like pancakes, but these were pretty good. If I had to get pancakes, I would only get theirs. But I'm still on the waffle train. French Onion Soup: Pretty tasty. I like my friend's homemade one better, but you can't really compare haha I will give it a 4 star though because the wait is LONG! I waited for 2.5 hours (during summer). The waitress told us 1.5 hours, so we were like why not... but it ended up being longer. I know it's hard to estimate when people will leave, but they shouldn't be an hour off the mark, To conclude: The longest wait I ever had and it was raining and we had to stand outside. And in the end, it's still a breakfast/brunch place. Breakfast food can only get so good, so waiting in line that long is not justifiable. It was okay to wait for the first time, but I wouldn't do so the 3rd, 4th time.",real
41603,"Good happy hour, exceptional burger, solid fried pickles, and solid fries. The chicken sandwich is good too, but just get the burger.",real
16794,"I came for dinner on a weeknight with my boyfriend. I ordered the chicken and waffles, while my boyfriend ordered a burger. Aside from us, there were two other occupied tables (both were a table of two). It obviously wasn't busy so why did it take an hour to prepare our food? No wonder there's always a line for brunch if service is so slow. The food was pretty good. The chicken and waffles entree was huge. I had enough to pack half for lunch the next day. My boyfriend's burger was nothing spectacular but it was still tasty.",real
25279,"Really enjoyed Pok Pok's take on Thai.  Not like any Thai I've ever had before.  It's either more unusual Thai dishes or ""Thai Fusion"".  Either way, it's very good.  Unique, casual atmosphere with friendly service. Dishes come quickly once ordered.  Pok Pok is a great place to share family style and sample different things.  Everything we tried was excellent.  Prices average about $18 a dish, very reasonable.  The chicken wings are outstanding.  They are offered regular and spicy although I found the spicy to be flavorful rather than hot.",real
32782,"By far the best seafood restaurant in Philadelphia. Though not a very large restaurant, there isn't anything on the menu that isn't incredible.  The fact that it's a BYOB make this whole experience even better.  The service was excellence and the atmostphere was very pleasant. I rate this 10 out of 10",fake
12496,One of my favorite restaurants. I LOVE the green sauce. The Peruvian Combo is a great deal!,real
35782,"After visiting this place twice, I am pretty sure this is the best people watching spot in the city. Yes, the crowd is a little on the unique side, but that's what makes this place great.  Indulge yourself into a burger here while you are watching. They are absolutely wonderful. You will be lucky if you can finish it. Keep the drinks flowing and this is a place to kick off the night with friends if you are not looking for a fancy meal. Sad news- be prepared for a not so cheap burger. Heck, the scene is still worth it.",real
11261,"Went here over the weekend with my fiance. The food was amazing, until it came to the dessert. We ordered the ribs appetizer, and they were some of the best ribs I've ever had. The fried chicken was perfect, and the paella was just as good as the paella I had in Barcelona. The staff was super nice and attentive. I'm not giving 5 stars because the creme brulee terrible and they reaaaally need to fix that. Creme Brulee is supposed to be on the lighter side and the custard is supposed to jiggle like jello, Blue Ribbon's creme brulee was so thick and the consistency was like refrigerated cream cheese. Eeek. Despite that, everything else was amazing! Please work on your Creme Brulee!!",real
40613,"There was nothing particularly bad about this place, I just can't think of anything that was good. We waited for two hours for a table on a Saturday night.  I wouldn't mind waiting a long time for something good, but I'd personally prefer a taco truck (food and ambiance).   The margaritas were nothing special, same with the guacamole.  The salsa wasn't spicy.  I ordered the carnitas tacos and they were just ok.   I have NO idea why this place had a 2 hour wait and why all these scenester DBs wanted to eat there.  Hate to be a hater, but this place is the definition of why I avoid the LES these days.",real
25099,"I love a simple menu. And five tacos has five tacos. Very simple, but very fresh ingredients. The guys behind the counter were pretty nice and helpful too. I only knocked a star off cause I wanted there to be more flavor. All the tacos seemed to taste the same, they were great, but if I didn't know any better I would have thought I was eating all one kind. The other thing I had was the rice. I felt it could have been seasoned more, it was a little bland. But all in all, I love supporting small businesses like this and I'll recommend it.  I suppose if you use their sauces you can enhance the flavors, I'm just not a sauce person.",real
16233,"We went here last night for dinner. Unlike brunch hours, there definitely was no waiting in line. We walked in and we were greeted by a host who immediately seated us. Our waiter was very nice and accommodating - he filled our glasses whenever he saw that we were running low on water. He was friendly and courteous. My friends and i shared everything so we got to try each dish. Loved the chocolate chip pancakes with the syrup (might be a little too sweet for other, but I loved it). It came with three pieces of pancakes which were airy and moist. The syrup that came with it is to die for! My friend wanted to see if we could buy one, not sure if they sell it. If they did, it would be a hit! My sister had the fish tacos. It was definitely not for sharing - there were two fish tacos. I liked it and I thought it was good but the fish was a little bland- definitely not the best fish tacos but they were pretty good. The buttermilk fried chicken was everyone's fave! We got a side of onions rings which I thought were a little bland. I wasn't a fan of the sauce that came with the dish. However, the chicken was flavorful and juicy! Would definitely come back for brunch!",real
33735,"At first I wasn't very eager to eat here as I'm not a HUGE fan of Mexican food. After my 1st trip to Los Caballitos, I am now sold! The cocktail list had several intriguing options. We decided to order the prickly pear mohito and the blood orange margarita (extra salt!) The former was really good however the margarita was the favorite choice on successive rounds. I strongly suggest you to try the margaritas if you do decide to eat here (on the rocks and opt for the whole pitcher...it will save you $$$ because you will want to order another after you have the 1st-it's THAT good!). I can't leave out my favorite part of the drink which was the neon straw that came with it (yes, I get excited by neon straws... super fun! LOL) The place is very clean and has a wonderful vibe with the jukebox and the neon lights on the ceiling. Very hipster-ISH. You have both outside and inside seating options which is great, especially on a nice day like it was today! It is indeed quite loud inside, but I found it fun. Our waiter was very friendly and offered up recommendations (I'm sorry I didn't get his name so I could give him a 'yelp' shout out). Overall: Highly recommend to everyone (especially if you are trying to have a foodie adventure!!)",fake
34078,"Ok, I can understand that a Friday Night brings a lot of waiting for a table... but COME ON!  I went through 3 Tecates in about 1.5 hours before my party and I got seated.  Then once we got seated they lagged on giving us those great Chips and Salsa... which were undeniably delicious.  I ordered a Chicken Burrito which honestly... I've had MUCH better at Chipotle and paid 3 bucks less for.  The burrito lacked flavor and I had to douse it in sriracha sauce and the left over salsa to get some flavor. I MIGHT give you a second chance Catina Los Caballitos... maybe on a Tuesday afternoon when it should be less busy.",real
40525,"I can't vouch for the food but, the atmosphere and drinks were great. If you like heat I recommend the habanero infused tequila.  I also recommend the grapefruit margarita.",real
46329,"I had the grits with soft egg, bacon, and kale pesto. It was OK. I thought the sm portion was fine and more than enough for me.  It was flavorful but the bacon- there were two small pieces of bacon that were very hard.  The iced coffee is nothing to rave about.  The line was long and they did forget my order which made the process even longer.  I think I stood waiting for my food for more than 20 minutes but they were nice about it and gave me a free pastry.  I think I'll try something else next time.",real
29113,"This out of the way boite  is easily the best place in the Penn Station/Macys  nabe to get a quiet drink or something lipsmacking to eat, if you're tired of all the Irish bars and fast food. Gorgeous zinc bar, very quiet, great wine, great service (sometimes maybe too attentive.). The menu is a bit of an adventure; it's laid out more like they are in France, with a ""red menu"" (the charcuterie) and a ""green menu"" (the cooked dishes) but all  the food I've tried has been delicious and the portion sizes are not too big. I've been several times; i live in this neighborhood and this is the place it needs. So far I've taken two sets of friends and they've both loved. I wish I was an events person, because they have a whole events space out the back.",real
36106,"Drove there and was shocked. Dirty, overcrowded, expensive and had to tell my 4 year old that she had to wait 3 hours to play laser tag. Needless to say she left in tears.  Will not be going back.",real
24258,"Local 44 is an idea place for a snack and a beer, but I wouldn't go back for dinner. The food is tasty, but the entrees we selected offered tiny portions (and that means a lot coming from me). The beer selection is incredible, so it's definitely worth stopping in after dinner.",fake
29371,the chefs tasting menu is great. but it's a lot of food.   went with my sis. to get a reservation you have to be connected to someone who already came here. we ordered the miso cod a la carte - delicious the yuzu panna cotta was amazing and a great finish to our meal. the service is very friendly and excellent.,real
48670,"How this place has an overall rating of 4-stars amazes me.   So, here's my theory...  Because the food is so good, that aggravates most people... I mean, who wants a perfect Italian meal? I know it sure as hell bothers me when everything comes out perfect and tastes even better... makes my blood boil.  And so, these happy customers take it out on Spasso's by giving them one-less star.  That's my story and I'm sticking to it. Lobster ravioli, grilled calamari and chicken parmesan were as deep as my wife and I had ventured, but we're definitely going back for more.",real
44560,"The chicken Parma sub was delicious, used great fresh ingredients all at a fair price. From reading other reviews, next time I go I will try a burger but was on the move and needed something I can eat on the go. The restaurant itself was very clean and new looking. It's a little hard to find and kind of non-descript, but a good sandwich shop if you can make your way there.",real
42105,"Sweet Afton is a wonderful, simple, local-feeling bar/restaurant. They offer a very short menu, but are able to make the things they do have amazingly good. Both their burger and their mac & cheese were absolutely amazing. Granted it's hard to mess up these two items, but it's also heard to really make them stand out, and Sweet Afton did that with both. I was a little bummed that when we first went there it was during the hour that the kitchen was closed (didn't know about that) between brunch and dinner, but our waitress was really gracious about it (even brought us some pickles to munch on while we waited) and the food was totally worth the wait as well as the original cocktails.",real
46399,"They sell Stumptown coffee!! It literally is a hole in the side of the building, with a bar table glued outside and their operating hours chalked on the outside.  Very cool. I ordered the breakfast sandwich, which had salami, over easy egg (I think.. or something of the sort), pesto, and so other good junk.  The bread was pretty good and sandwich pretty filling.  I also bought the country bread roll to eat later in the day, and it was amazing.  I love fresh baked bread.  I wish I could've just purchased a loaf to walk and eat with some cheese, Parisian style.  Fresh baked bread reminds me of Paris, we need this type of goodness in Los Angeles, people!",real
12395,"The size of this place took me by surprise. The first Pio Pio I ever went to was their tiny restaurant in the UES about 10 years ago. To go from that to this mega sized restaurant in Hell's Kitchen must have been quite a step up from them. The best part? The food is just as good as I remember it to be. We got the matador combo which was big enough for the 3 of us. The chicken was fairly moist and the skin was crispy. It's difficult to make a good chicken and these guys have been doing it for years. I liked the tostones here too as they were not oily like some places make them. The salchipapa, with its addictive combination of fries and hot dog, were also a big hit at our table. They seem to be a popular place for birthdays and given their capacity, fun & lively atmosphere, and many attentive wait staff, it's easy to see why.  In addition to the huge dining space downstairs, they also have a full bar along with a few more sitting upstairs. The only thing that was annoying was that a couple times they turned up the music up way too loud. They did bring it down again shortly afterwards though. Regardless of whether if you are a fan of the pio pio chain, this location is well worth checking out.",real
2025,chewy bread. tough steak. not enough cheese whiz.,real
12753,"OMG the chicken here is so good and the green sauce!? The green sauce, ahhh the green sauce!!!  Listen here people, you MUST drizzle this crazy delicious sauce all over your crazy delicious chicken, it really is that good!   The food was so friggen good that I was picking at the left overs on the PATH ride home, muahahaha.  Oh ya, very large portions, with only two of us eating, we had plenty left over. Order:  Matador Combo and sangria, done and done. Ambiance:  cozy and cute :: loved it :: A+++",real
31057,"This is the first, and so far only, restaurant that I've given 5 stars. That is because I cannot stop thinking about how damn good the food is. Pork belly and polenta stand out in my mind - don't skip them. The team are lovely, super knowledgeable about their very long wine list, the service is great. The place is small, cosy, dimly-lit and atmospheric. Seating is communal on high tables. I feel so, so lucky to have a place like this in my neighborhood but honestly the food is of the quality that I would travel for.",real
42998,Yum! Try the Eighties Milkshake and the Alfredo Pasta... one of my favorite lunches in the city.,real
12573,"the peruvian chicken with the amazing green sauce, maduros, yuca frita, & ensalada avocado. the portions are huge. i'm sure if i ate with 3 others, we could have eaten our fill with the same amount of food. the fried yuca was better than french fries and felt healthier! the chicken was a little on the dry side but with the green sauce that everyone apparently raves about, it is great. i had to ask for a ton. a TON of green sauce in addition to a TON of hot sauce. but that's because i can't live without it. there was the ensalada avocado which was just a fancy word of saying, we're piling and not even mixing the ingredients together. piles of onion, carrot, cucumber, iceberg lettuce, tomato slices, and avocado slices. i needed the veggies but it was so underwhelming. the maduros are sweet just as expected, and with each dish came a balance of flavors. i kept mixing them all to make sure i could eat the maximum amount since only 2 of us were present to devour the meal. but do yourself a favor and don't ever order dessert. tastes like plastic. focus on the meat. [3.5]",real
16448,"I know, I know.. the wait is ridiculous! For me, it was anywhere from 1.5 - 3 hours on a Federal Holiday, Good Friday, when I thought I would get lucky with the wait since I was off from work.  But I remember my reaction to the blueberry pancakes when I last came so I bravely put my name down and toured the surrounding neighborhood and had a protein bar to hold over my sanity and hunger.   Blueberry pancakes with warm maple syrup.  The pancakes were just how I remember them - soft, fluffy, and could cut it with my fork. The maple syrup was liquid crack. No really, I think it was. Fried Chicken and Waffles stole the show this time. My goodness gracious their fried chicken was a flatten chicken breast and the batter was this sweet, salty, with a hint of spice (hot sauce?). Best fried chicken I've had. Only complaint: only two small pieces came with an order. Had to order another two pieces of just fried chicken. The order also comes with the liquid crack, er, I mean warm maple syrup and you can just spread that everywhere and forget table conversation.   Sugar cured bacon was amazing! I always always like my bacon crispy but this one didn't come out crispy ... and I didn't mind one bit. That's how good it was. Fresh squeezed OJ is a plus. I tried the potato pancakes with smoked salmon. Good, but something I wouldn't run home about - For the Fried Chicken and Waffles, I may think about sprinting. When I eat out, I don't usually order anything I can easily make at home so I can't comment on the omelettes or scrambled eggs. In the end, I heard comments such as ""it was worth the wait"".  I agree. Another tip: Once they set down your plates, just say to your friends ""see you in 20 minutes"" and begin to stuff your face. Could they consider expanding their current location instead of opening up several locations? BTW, CASH ONLY.",real
13483,"While looking for a new breakfast spot I found Plum on Yelp. It caught my eye because it said that it offered fresh juices. Usually juice bars are just that, juice bars, without much food offered. My boyfriend and I decided to give it a try. The place is tiny. Maybe 8 tables and then bar seats. The juicer is located right in the middle of this small place... In case you've never heard a juicer, it's not quiet. This would be my only complaint, although I suppose this allows you to see that you are actually getting fresh product. Menu was inventive and everything sounded tasty. We split the eggs Benedict and the special omelette with a side of their famous bacon. I'll start by saying that the bacon is everything you hoped it would be. Thick cut, melt in your mouth, great flavor. Get it! The egg dishes were also delicious. The two juices we got were the detox and the cleanse. Both were delicious and served in nice sized glasses. Much better than the itty bitty cups you'll sometimes pay $10 for at a juice bar. We have already been back to this place and I'd love to try it for lunch one day. We have only been for the brunch menu. Try it out and enjoy!",real
1495,Mediocre...I hate to say it.  I tried out both Genos & Pats.  Both were ok.  The steak had no chewy fat which was great.  I found the meat to be too dry....also thought they could have used more cheese. I wouldn't come back again...but it was fun comparing the two legendary steak places.,real
18613,"had dinner last night (4/15) w/ a group of 7 and we didn't wait too long to be seated considering it was a Saturday night. service was so so but I think there were really only 2 waiters but they were trying their best. I ordered the house green salad and the spicy shrimp w/ cheese grits. I didn't care for the salad much, very plain, only greens, hence green salad. the shrimp was ok but the spicy sauce it was in tasted more like a tangy bbq sauce? the cheese grits were bland. my bf ordered the butcher plate which I thought wasn't too bad but you'd be better off skipping it, probably much better at a tapas place or something. he also ordered the pork chop which was pretty tasty. a friend had the crab cakes and sweet potato fries which I really liked, wish I would've ordered that.",real
49810,"Aurora currently has a great Monday night deal.  $40 for 3 courses, including wine pairings.  I went recently and had a scallop dish for appetizer (delicious!), spaghetti bolognese for primi (this is a substitute since i don't eat the two items on their menu), and grilled lamb skewers for main course.   On balance, the quality of the food is good, though nothing stands out.  Maybe except the grilled scallops which really fresh and well seasoned.  I was also surprised that the 3 course meal does not include desssert; but I suppose that's how they do it in Italy... Great deal.",real
21109,"Been here many times and the food is always excellent.  Some highlights are: bruschetta with sheep's milk ricotta and truffle honey, and all gnocci dishes.",real
31331,"Unparalleled in New Haven. Have been there more times than any other place in this town and will never stop wanting to go. Service, food, decor. French bistro perfection. The Brussell Sprouts are my favorite ever, and I've loved that vegetable since I was a kid and used to pretend they were cabbages for Barbie. Even if you don't want to have a cheese-induced heart attack, there are many menu options. Don't ever change, Caseus. I just love you so.",real
41024,My husband took me here just last week for our anniversary and we both agreed it was hands down the best restaurant we have ever been to and we have traveled all over and live in NYC.  It was quaint and cozy and very romantic but not over the top.  the entire staff including the chef were unbelievably friendly and welcoming.  The infusion of flavors were amazing and left us wanting more.  It is BYO but they have an adorable little wine shop with tastings and choices for every budget.  I cannot say enough about this place and cannot wait to go back.,real
37939,"So far, this place has the best pie in Bayonne - We have tried many locations over the past two years, and they knock it out of the park. The sauce is great, and they make it just how you like it. Delivery is super fast, and they get the order right the first time. The heroes are OK (nothing special), and fried calamari is really yummy, though a bit on the salty side - but great if dipped in the sauce that comes with it. Only downside is that they only offer one liter sodas, rather than the standard 2 liter bottles, which feels a bit like a rip-off, as it's over $2.50 per 1L bottle. Overall, I am very happy with Pizza Masters - if you want a great pie - this is the best Bayonne has to offer! I will definitely continue to order from them.",fake
21318,"Ahhhh this is my favorite wine bar so far in NY!  And since it's so close to where I live, I'm so tempted to come more often than my budget will allow... Everything I've tried here is delicious.  My favorite is probably the burrata and tomato.  But then again, what doesn't taste good with burrata?  Cheeses come on a cute board with condiments that are carefully considered, and the servers are really helpful in choosing wines. The only dish that was just so-so was the braised short ribs.  The meat was really tender but flavor was a little lacking.  Also, I recommend sitting in the large, back patio area.  It's covered and warm so no need to worry about your food getting cold and whatnot.",real
12301,"The food was amazing!! Got to New York looking for a cool different types of food, and after checking some yelp reviews we found Pio pio.  After walking into the small entrance it opened up to a giant dining room which I first scared us.  But the large room and busy bustling customers did not deter the food.  The shrimp ceviche with scallops and octopus was amazing!!  We had a codfish and another fish dish with shrimp and scallops and octopus it was incredible!  The green sauce was addictive!  The drinks were delicious and the bartenders/staff were very helpful when trying to figure out what we wanted next . Would definitely recommend this place a must go if you're in the area!",real
3045,"Typically, I'd write a long review detailing every incident, but there has been over 200 reviews and I honestly doubt anyone will really read this. Geno's is decent. When you're drunk at half-past 2:00am and get the drunchies from drinking all night, Geno's is alright. When you live like 4 blocks from it and you're really drunk, Geno's is damn good. When you're sober, and realize that some of the lunch trucks make better cheesesteak's than Geno's, you realize that it's not as amazing as it was the previous night. It does the job, it cures the salt/grease/cheese fix in one go, but I wouldn't go out of my way to go there. Also, to all you tourists: Yeah, it's KIND OF a landmark, but do you really want to go back to your home town saying that the ""best"" cheeseteaks in Philly suck? I thought not. Check out Jim's on South if you still feel like being a tourist, otherwise go to Tony Luke's. You'll thank me later.",real
41976,it is not a sports bar!! It is a very cute place.   Great for a date! It can get very busy... They make great burgers! There is an outdoor garden in the back. i like it!,real
8471,Great pizza. Love a simple plain cheese pizza eaten fresh at the restaurant. Best in the area.,real
7985,"This is a cute little restaurant. We didn't have reservations and they were fully booked so we waited for the communal table. It's a bar really and the setup is super cute. I really like the clay pots on the ceiling that everyone talks about as well as the grecian blue and white colors. The staff is ultra friendly. From the hostess to the bartenders to our waitress. We ordered the spread sampler which consisted of taramousalata, taziki and egg plant dip, the grilled octopus, the lemon chicken and egg soup for apps. My fav were the soup and octopus. Full of flavor. Not much of a fan of the taramousalata. We had taramousalata in Greece and it's supposed to be an airy cavier spread not dense and full of mayo. For the entree we shared the lamb chops. These were tasty and tender. I asked for them medium and they were cooked perfectly. All the food had generous portions and we were stuffed.",real
8654,"One of my top three favorite restaurants in all of New York. The atmosphere is perfection and the food is outstanding. I came for a celebratory dinner with my closet friends and family, and the family style tasting menu was unbelievably delicious. The drinks are great and the service is top notch. I've also been for brunch, which was equally as delightful. The chorizo breakfast sandwich was a standout- and I didn't even order it- I just got a taste of my friend's. The lamb bacon was also to die for. Sitting out back for a cold beer in the summer is also my jam!",real
49487,"This hole-in-the-wall find is really cramped, and the menu is really limited, but it works. These guys do pho, and they do it well. Why mess with that? I ordered the medium pho, and the beef-to-broth ratio here was pretty impressive. The broth was good and not too greasy. As other Yelpers mentioned, this broth IS less beefy-flavored than most places...but it's still tasty. Oh, and the broth is probably not spicy enough for those who like it flaming HOT. But you can always kick it up a notch (or many notches) with the addition of one or all of the following: oyster sauce, 2 types of soy sauce, white pepper, and of course the ever-glorious sriracha. I know these may be typical accompaniments, but some pho joints only offer one sauce and that's it, so this was a nice surprise. As we were paying at the counter, we were drawn in by a huge platter of freshly-made, golden dessert balls rolled in sesame seeds. I think they're called banh cam / banh ran? Whatever they're called, they are my new love! I'm surprised no one else has mentioned them here. It didn't matter that I was already stuffed from my pho meal, this little treat was the PERFECT ending to a nice lunch. My mouth is seriously watering as I type this. After reading the other Yelp reviews, now I NEED to go back and try me some of that shrimp pho! Sounds absolutely amazing.",real
4071,"I had so much hope for this place but the food was awful. The restaurant is beautiful and the service was top-notch, but damn they do not know how to cook a steak. I ordered the filet and it had zero seasoning on it. I ordered it medium and it came out blood rare. Sides were mediocre. Honestly dessert was the best part of the meal. For the price this place is not even in the same league as Del Frisco's or Butcher Singer.",real
37742,Pao de Queijo is perfect and made to order. The fejoada (lunch portion) left me in a food coma. The only negative is the lack of A/C on a hot summer day. But a shady spot and a breeze made for a pleasant meal anyway.,real
22063,"I must confess to having groupie tendencies which may reduce my articulation to a sputtering of zOMG, I am like such a fan. My friend, a fellow foodtv enthusiast and fan of chef Mehta of ""The next iron chef"" fame (even though he lost, his anger over losing a certain cooking apparatus in a challenge forever endeared him to my heart), insisted that we try out chef Mehta's food baby - Graffiti! My grief over his loss in the show is akin to that of which I felt for Michelle Kwan's loss in 02, STILL. The restaurant is tiny as can be - smaller than a smoke shop in the village, but Mehta's decor of the limited space is something to which many New Yorkers may aspire. In the course of your meal and inevitable communal seating, you get to bond with strangers over the food and all that gushy stuff. Or in our case, show up the couple across from us in being obnoxious food geeks. What, what? Bring it. Mehta has some interesting flavor mixes, like the mango paneer, which is pickled green mango with cumin and other seasonings with paneer. Its flavors are a little heavy/overwhelming as an appetizer, but delicious. The zucchini hummus pizza on puff pastry with sprinkled wasabi peas, while delicious and creative, feels like something I'd throw together at home - being more about assembly than cooking. The portobello duck dish was a popular choice at our table. The duck portion was skimpier than a spring break bikini, and a little heavy on goat cheese (but maybe not for some, I'm not a big fan of goat cheese). Nevertheless the dish was prob my favorite, it has the perfect amount of smokiness and all the flavors came together. I just wish for more duck, esp at $15 a pop. The prosecco lyncheetini was very refreshing, though I don't know how I feel about the icey slushy format. The pepper ice cream was also DELISH. The highlight of the meal is definitely seeing chef Mehta, gracious as ever, working hard at his restaurant and the attention he gives to the diners. He put on my coat at the end of the meal! Swoon units. Also, one of the guys working there might be his son, who has a forearm tattoo, which was kind of sexy; I hope he takes after Mehta and ends up on ""The Next Iron Chef: Season 11"". Or, I could just be making a gross assumption about their relationship, just because they're both Indian. Um... I would return for a small bite, but probably not for a full meal.",real
25359,"This is the neighborhood bar I've been waiting years for. Big, comfortable space, friendly bartenders, not too loud / overpriced / pretentious / annoying / nerdy  / weird, just a rad, normal bar. And good happy hour specials too. So happy this is here!",real
21938,"I had heard many amazing things about Graffiti and my expectations were high when I walked in. When I walked in and saw Chef Mehta cruising around the crowded tables, I knew I was in for a treat. We wanted to order everything on the menu, but only being 2 of us, we had to employ some restraint.   Green mango paneer with delicious naan was spicy and flavorful. A great way to start the meal Zucchini Hummus pizza: words cannot describe how amazing this was... I never imagined something so simple could taste this good! Scallops: fresh, the flavors of the ginger and chili never overwhelmed the lovely scallops. Pork dumplings: tasty, sweet, crunchy, amazing. Chili shrimp: spicy and refreshing, a lovely balance of flavors. Dessert was truffled strawberries with pepper ice cream. A perfect way to cap off the meal. I was impressed by the freshness of the flavors, and after the server or Chef Mehta would describe the dish, you could actually identify the flavors and ingredients they mentioned.  Each dish was unique and stood out in its own way. Yes it is tiny and cramped.  And yes, it is absolutely worth it. Tops my list as my favorite east village dining experience. I cannot wait to return to try the rest of the menu.",real
26374,"Sabrina's was packed on Labor Day Monday and post- Made in America festival. Thankfully, we were seated quickly. The wait for food was long but expected. We ordered a short stack of pancakes and an omelet. The food was just ok. The pancakes weren't light and fluffy, just too dense. The omelet was lacking in flavor, despite adding onions, tomatoes etc. The best part was the polenta fries. The decor is really homey. Great tile work and warm colors. The coffee mugs are all different and random similar to something that you would find in someone's home. I've heard a lot about Sabrina's for years and was a little disappointed with the food. I'll try again and order the French toast (which looked amazing!!) next time.",real
7690,"I agree with other reviewers that give this restaurant an outstanding rating. This restaurant has to be one of the best values in the city.  Staff are friendly, and we were seated within 5 min of arriving without reservations during peak dining hours on a Saturday night.   Our server was a true professional, and thoughtfully suggested ways we could stagger our dishes for the best overall dining experience.  Food was fresh and expertly prepared; would highly recommend the whole grilled fish.  Bill was very reasonable for the incredible quality of the food. This alone would have resulted in 4.5 stars for my rating, but as we were walking out, a gentleman (owner?) came from behind the group table where he was working, and shook our hands to thank us for coming.   A personal touch like this during a crazy Sat night causes the score to go up yet again to max number of stars.",real
25452,I've been walking past this place for 2 years and had never gone in. Tonight I thought I'd give it a try and I'm so glad I did.  I was on my own and sat at the bar for dinner.  I tried the malbec which was really good. The bartender recommended the penne a la vodka for dinner. The penne was awesome and so was the bartender- Carlo.  I definitely will be back again.,real
13282,I'm glad I can now say that I've been to the 2nd oldest bar in New York City.  We stopped in for a quick beer and had whatever the house beer was.  Not too big of a place but great for a couple of people to hangout.  Not a pick up spot or somewhere you can dance but I don't think that was the goal of this bar.,real
34598,"My Mother: I'll have the Eggs Benedict special, but could I have the sauce on the side? Server: I'm sorry mam, but we have a strict policy here that we can not ""customize"" our specials. My Mother:  Oh I don't want anything special, just instead of dumping the sauce on top of the dish, please put it on the side. Server: Yeaaaah. I'm sorry but I just can't do that. Clearly a brain or even just the capacity for abstract thought are not a prerequisite to work at the Green Eggs Cafe",real
11286,Came here on a Tuesday night with a girlfriend for some drinks and oysters.. Fresh and delicious. Try! Lol,real
18256,"Pro:  I was actually surprised that the good was pretty good,  the $10 Monday Burger special looks good too.",real
44260,"If you live in New York, you better avoid this restaurant because for the same money you can find much better food. Service is so-so. Interior design is attractive which actually seduced us to come.",real
12939,"I just had my birthday dinner celebration here 7/17, this past Saturday! I won't tell you how old I turned but I will tell you that I am glad that I had my dinner party of 22 people here! I was a little nervous about doing it here since I haven't been to any of the Pio Pio restaurants although I have heard so much about their famous chicken! After reading many fabulous reviews about birthday celebrations here in the new midtown establishment...I decided to have my dinner here and boy was I happy I did. The food was fantastic, the customer service was wonderful and the environment was trendy and modern! Customer Service means alot to me when I am dining out so I was very pleased that the waiters went out of their way to make sure we had everything that we needed. They were so sweet...they even altered my birthday cake for me because it was smushed. They cut it into a heart. The only thing I didn't like was that it was a little too noisy and the lunchroom style seating. If you are planning a large birthday celebration here...do not hesitate because this place is perfect!",real
46529,The pizza was really good and so were the drinks. However the place is over-priced and pretentious.,real
25619,"For what I was told  was ""the best cheesesteak in University City,"" Abner's is only okay.  The decoration on the walls is pretty cool, as Abner's is a huge supporter of all the Philly universities.  And while the cheesesteak was tasty enough, it really wasn't anything special and the meat was a bit dry. Overall, a fine cheesesteak for a reasonable price, but nothing super special.  I would swing by Abner's if I was really craving a cheesesteak and didn't have time to travel further.  However, if I had a choice, I would rather take a little bit more time to travel farther and get a juicier, tastier cheesesteak.",real
5711,"3 stars for the yummy sangria. My entree, the roasted pork, was ok. I liked the entrees my friends chose better than mine. My fave on the table was the ""Soul de Cuba"". That chicken was delish. Maybe I will try something different when I go back.",real
35361,"This is a very nice restaurant serving some delicious tapas.  I would have liked to given it a higher rating, but its ambitious pricing cost it a star.  The space itself is quite lovely, with a smallish and comfortable bar up front that even has a soothing waterfall fountain.  Then you go through a narrow corridor to a series of two rooms, the first a bit dark but looks cozy enough, and then a back room under a translucent skylight ceiling, where we were seated in a lovely corner banquette on the back wall next to a stone fireplace. Our server was warm and gracious, and made some terrific menu suggestions.  I was in the mood for tapas, my companion wanted a meal.  She was able to accommodate us both.  We started with an order of the pan con tomate, toasted bread spread with fresh finely chopped tomato and garlic.  It was much more substantial than what you normally find in Spain (where they kind of just run the tomato and garlic on the bread instead of piling it on), but hey, it's a big world and it has room for both versions!  I then had a creamy golden gazpacho that was simply outstanding.   Other tapas included a crisp, puffy bread sprinkled with thyme, honey and salty mahon cheese, which, while tasty, was kind of difficult to eat (crumbly and sticky and a bit greasy).  The salted, roasted piquillo peppers were delicious.  The grilled octopus sadly did not live up to the accolades of my fellow Yelpers.  It was....meh.The lamb meatballs were delicious, but three are a bit stingy - four would be a fairer order, especially when sharing! My friend had the roasted Griggstown chicken which she pronounced delicious.  We also had glasses of a terrific Rioja rosé (but could have been colder). As the sun went down they cranked open the skylight and we were able to eat al fresco while sitting in our comfortable banquette.  It was quite civilized. The dessert menu did not excite, so we called it a night.   If the prices were a bit gentler, it would have been a 4-star review.  Oh, and the midweek dinner crowd was quite attractive!",real
26118,"The food here is great, consistent and affordable. However, the service is absolutely HORRIBLE!! I just can't figure out why ALL of those women are so miserable. But if you can't tolerate being ignored for a little while and then not being treated very nicely, it is a worth while visit.",real
47221,"Two of us came here for dinner on a Saturday evening.   ATMOSPHERE: We arrived a little after 7pm, and the restaurant quickly filled up with mostly 20-something Asians who appeared to be having dinner before hitting the bars/clubs.  They had the Top 40 / hip-hop mix music playing way too loud.  Although the menu suggested this was an Asian restaurant, the music, dark wood furniture, and dimly lit space made it feel more like a lounge. SERVICE: The service was great.  From the hostess to our waiter and even the busboys, everybody was very friendly, attentive and hospitable - which isn't always easy to find in Hell's Kitchen. FOOD: We split the crispy pork belly as an appetizer, which was delicious.  I had the pho as my entree, which was OK but underwhelming when compared to the really excellent pho you can get at more authentic Vietnamese restaurants around NYC.  Frankly, I should have known better than to order it.  My wife had the short ribs, which she enjoyed. The total came to ~$75 for the two of us including three drinks.  Overall I'd give this 3.5 stars.",real
22437,"I was just informed that my family attempted to go to this establishment earlier this evening, My cousin was just recently confined to a wheelchair and they were all going out to dinner, and chose Cuban Pete's. They were pushed around the restaurant numerous times, obviously they couldn't find a place to accommodate the wheelchair and it seems they didn't try too hard. The server then informed my family that she called the manager Dominic Restaino and he told her to tell my family TO LEAVE?!?!?!?! :After being pushed around an out of control room in this restaurant that is obviously poorly run, waiting almost an hour to have their order taken THEN they are told to leave by the owner/manager? THIS is how they treat handicapped people?? I say it's discrimination at its worst and we will be sure to spread the word everywhere that this is the way they treat their customers. We will never visit this place again, and will do our best to spread the word so others can follow suit. It's absolutely unacceptable the way the server and the owner treated our family. I would think others wouldn't approve either, if they were in our shoes. Shame on you!!! Just because you're busy doesn't give you the right to treat people like dirt. If I could give a NEGATIVE star rating, believe me I would. Shame shame shame!!!",fake
32041,"Very good mexican food, made by a husband and wife team that is friendly and fun. I like the fajitas and the breakfast burrito. They are glad to accommodate my order for no rice or tortillas, extra beans and guacamole. Nice cozy place. They are wonderful to our two children, 3 and 6.",real
31411,"Had the poutine, but it just wasn't as good as the poutine I've had in Montreal. The fries were exceptional. The cheese we bought in the cheese shop to take home was five stars! My husband had beef sliders, but the beef was bordering on raw which was way too rare for him. It did not specify this on the menu which we thought was strange. We had the chocolate pot (can't remember the french term) for dessert. It was super rich, so I could only eat a small amount and took the rest for later. I want to go back and try some other menu items to get a better feel for other offerings.",real
41239,"My review is based more on the food I ordered. This was a place that I walked by in Alphabet City that looked nice from the outside. It would be a good place to take a date. I made a note of it, and I came back there another day to try it out. I had the Vaca Frita, and also a side order of papas rellenas (stuffed potatoes). The papas rellenas were very good. You get two of them for $4.50. The Vaca Frita on the other hand was a bit disappointing. It was pretty dry and did not taste that flavorful. It should be tender and juicy, but it was not. I'd be willing to go there to try another entree, but not that one.",real
32485,"Perfection! Amazing food and welcoming service in a beautiful, relaxing setting -- it doesn't get any better than this! Having family in the south, I've grown to love such dishes as fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, hushpuppies, and homemade bread pudding -- nearly impossible to find here up north until now. SweetGrass not only offers many of these favorites but also adds delicious and unexpected twists using fresh, seasonal ingredients. I'm hooked! We enjoyed a terrific lunch starting with the soup of the day, a creamy tomato basil so tasty it should become a daily offering. The grilled romaine salad with cornbread croutons and parmesan was the perfect pairing. And not to be missed is the SweetGrass BLT! There are no words for how phenomenal this sandwich is; it's my new craving. (And I'm apparently not alone -- our server shared with me that one patron has been back four times in as many days, ordering the BLT every time...) The accompanying thin cut fries are a standout on their own -- next visit I'd like to try the homemade carrot salad or the coleslaw, but I'll likely order a side of the french fries as well since they're too good to miss. We finished the meal with a dessert of bread pudding. Wow! Absolutely delicious, especially paired with the rich vanilla chocolate chunk ice cream. Last but not least, we enjoyed several glasses of refreshing sweet tea, some of the best we've had. SweetGrass was pleasantly abuzz with other diners during our visit, and from what we gathered they were as thrilled as we were. We overheard high praises of both the pulled pork and the southern fried chicken sandwiches among other dishes. The vibe was relaxed and cheerful, accentuated by the prompt attention and warm personality of Cutler, our server, who saw to it that our needs were met and our sweet tea glasses were always full. We're incredibly lucky to have a restaurant of this caliber here in Hopewell. Do yourself a favor and check it out -- you'll be glad you did!",fake
21604,"So I was walking by and the decided to give Kobeyaki at try based on its ""A"" letter grade. My experience here was pretty good but I was just expecting more of a burger that had a japanese twist not something that tasted like japanese slaw and sweet sauce. The burger was a good size but I had a hard time tasting the kobe beef under all of the toppings. Maybe the cucumber, carrot and cabbage are marinated in rice wine? And instead of being grilled, I want to say it was cooked on a flat top so they could pour sauce on it. While pretty satisfying, I guess I'm not a huge fan of slightly crunchy burgers. I also ordered the green salad instead of fries and it arrived with the avocado arranged all fanned out, so nice presentation. Props to the kitchen manager for recognizing that I had asked for my burger without mayo so he exchanged the ginger mayo dressing for an oil and vinegar based dressing. While sitting at the communal table, I had a moment of food envy when some people sat down next to with some rice bowls. Next time I suppose. The teriyaki ketchup is pretty unique. Its like they mixed miso, sesame oil and teriyaki sauce with the ketchup. Lastly, the wasabi mayo has some decent wasabi heat.",real
45616,"Yesterday I took a couple of visitors from out of town for a long stroll on the High Line, and we wound up at Cookshop for drinks and a bite to eat. We managed to get seated outside with minimal wait(around 7 on a friday, perfect weather, no reservation---a pleasant surprise), and thoroughly enjoyed a varied grazing-from-the-appetizer-menu sort of dinner. This is my kind of place-menu based on what is seasonal and fresh, everything well-prepared and not fussy. Asparagus soup with creme fraiche was silky and delicious, pizza with sauteed ramps homey and satisfying, and the fava bean hummus the perfect complement to the cocktails. Oh, and the cocktails! Asked the bartender, while we were waiting for a table, to make a recommendation. I am picky, do not like sweet drinks, and a lightweight besides, so ordering the wrong thing is a serious bummer for me. She totally came through, and if you get a chance, definitely try the ""new cumber"". mouth-watering, refreshing, and just the right amount of buzz ;-) Perfect for a warm evening! One of my friends had the same, the other ordered the strawberry habanero margarita, which was another winner. I live uptown, but as I tend to visit the High Line whenever I have houseguests, I will definitely make my way to Cookshop again. Soon, I hope.",real
29782,Went once for breakfast and once after hours to see what it was like. Stick to the breakfast.,real
24632,This place sucks!! My boyfriend and I wanted to try a new place because we love sushi. We probably should have turned around and got back in our car when we walked in and saw the sushi chef playing with his kid on top of one of the tables. The place probably hasn't been vacuumed since the 70's and the fish seemed old too. We dint get plates I had to eat on a napkin. I can't even give this place a star.,fake
11732,Amazing.  The bone marrow and oxtail marmelade is a worthy experience on it's own.  Pair that with Beef carpaccio that melts in your mouth and fried oysters served in shell on a bed of cream spinach and I will definitely be back.  Wait staff is extremely attentive as well and make you feel at ease.,real
722,Incredible flamenco show (free- Thursdays & Saturdays) as part of your dining. Be warned it is LOUD!! So don't expect to hear anyone at your table. The food was TASTY.  The meat and cheeses made me feel like I was in Spain. The white Sangria was execellent. Great place for drinks/tapas.,real
35,"Toast is a shockingly good breakfast place.  Their sandwich board outside always seems to be advertising tea or desserts, but breakfast or brunch is really where it's at. On the low end, they do restaurant-quality egg sandwiches at food truck prices. The rest of the menu is quite small, but I think it was designed by some sort of restaurant-managing genius, because every item I've tried is basically the best I've ever eaten. Wilted greens egg toast?  The plate is beautifully and deliciously covered with greens and mushrooms, the homemade muffins are crispy and perfect, and the hollandaise is excellent.  Hummus plate?  I didn't expect much, but it was actually amazing -- the highlight is their salted bagel chips, which are somehow both crunchy and chewy.  And I've never had a better yogurt parfait anywhere: the chewy honey granola is perfect, they use plain Pequea Valley yogurt which is already my favorite, and the thing is just loaded with berries.",real
34702,"Green Eggs is another great place to have so close to Broad, for those of us suffering from a dearth of breakfast spots in Point Breeze. I recently visited on a weekday morning for breakfast, joining the friendly neighborhood crowd - without the weekend brunch wait.  The service was great, although the food took a bit longer to arrive than I expected. This time around, my dining partner and I stuck to menu staples rather than binging on their yummy (but usually over-the-top) specials. The quinoa porridge was a unique dish, flavorful and filling. Green Eggs does a decent rosemary breakfast potato: delicious but would have been better served a bit warmer. The pancakes - ordered with fresh fruit on top - were standard but well-received. Also: nice tea selections and the fresh-squeezed OJ is expensive but solid. Overall, Green Eggs is a good staple. It can stand up to Sabrina's and Morning Glory, even if you opt for their dishes that don't induce a post-brunch food coma. A quick note: Green Eggs no longer takes credit cards. A small sign on the table explained the switch to cash-only as a way to cut costs without raising menu prices. Fine with me - there is an ATM in the bar section, with a surcharge of only $0.99!",real
31063,"Went to The Saint Austere for my birthday last night, which was perfectly cozy and not too noisy.  Made a hassle-free reservation for 8 at 8:30pm a couple days in advance and the table was ready for the few of us that got there a little early. I recommend the polenta, pork belly croquetas, liver, and broccoli rabe, especially for their price. Other plates that were yummy are the skirt steak, risotto, and octopus (so tender!), but are a little pricey in relation to how much I enjoyed them. Next time, I'd pass on the squid calamari which was a little too salty for me, bone marrow, the fried artichokes, and the duck confit which just didn't measure up to everything else. The service was great.  Friendly and attentive. Quick to replace my empty beer glass. Would definitely go again and recommend to others.",real
30326,Went for lunch off the highway based on Yelp reviews.  Got there and everything looked so good in the pizza case - had such a hard time deciding what to eat. Went with the veal and shrimp parm platter. It was so good. I would go back often if I lived in the neighborhood.,real
27977,Well after wanting to come here for over 6mths I finally made my way. It was definitely worth it. I had a late brunch so we avoided the crowd. The food was excellent and the prices were right. The service was a little slow but the food and company made it all worth it.,real
38162,"Went for lunch. My friend and I each ordered the lunch set, beef bibimbap with the seafood soondubu. The meal came with a lot of small side dishes like bean sprouts, black means, pickles, kimchi and fried mackerel. The beef bibimbap came in a large black clay bowl that was still sizzling. There was a variety of vegetables, beef in the center with a raw egg. Mix everything up and its a medley of flavors and textures in your mouth. The soondubu comes with a small raw egg that you crack into the soup that is bubbling hot. Wait for the soup to cool before spooning it into your mouth. The soup comes in a variety of heat levels. The two of us ordered the plain variety because we don't enjoy spice. When we said no spice, the waitress was taken a back, which was a little rude. The wait staff are all Korean, except maybe the people who work in the kitchen who are Hispanic. The wait staff can come off rude and unhelpful especially if you don't have a tolerance for spice. When I asked for soy sauce for the pancakes, they gave me regular soy sauce and was confused as to what I was asking for. Having been here with someone who speaks Korean, I am better off coming with them!",real
15027,Great biscuits. Pickled eggs were like mom used to make. Aioli was delicious. Great service from the best beard in NYC. Mimosas (cranberry and quince) were good as expected. Busy place but service was better than expected. I loved the wide variety of food choices. And every meal was delicious.,real
8771,Eh. Their Paninis/Sandwiches are good. Pasta Isn't. Haven't tried tomato pies but that will get sampled and reviewed accordingly. Very hit and miss. Kind of pricey for the value. Service is spotty. I will give 3 stars instead of 2 because of this: They were very nice when they mixed up our orders. Well technically someone at the table gulfed down half of my food before I could wave someone over to point out that I didn't get what I ordered. It was actually hilarious how oblivious the person was that they were attacking MY meal...It was just a strange situation. I seriously can't think of one time other than this that I "sent food back" other than this even though I didn't even touch it...but they were very nice to bring me what I ordered anyway even though technically it was his fault for eating the wrong meal... (rolls eyes)...It was a teacher who was treating us and I was trying not to be rude and interrupt his convo. I was very mousy back in high school...,real
39276,"Good place for dim sum and dinner, owner is friendly too, though sanitation and staff friendliness can be off at times. Still a great place to eat! The salt and pepper shrimp, sweet and sour porkchop, fried flounder and fried shrimp tofu are personal favorites!",real
21940,"This is a wonderful restaurant but be prepared that 'small' means really small.  This isn't small, but it is small. Dishes are $5, 7, 12 and are all very good. The majority of wines are $25/bottle very reasonable and very cheap in NYC. Dishes you shouldn't miss are the pork dumplings,   Zucchini & hummus pizza, scallops, and the pork buns. The pork buns aren't really buns but sort of like bun tacos with an incredibly scented slow cooked pork. Despite the cramped dining it is a great experience and well worth it. Try calling for reservations as it is a small place. Of note, it is wormy going to the  bathroom just to witness what a small kitchen really is.   Do it.",real
18232,"OMG, worth every minute of the 1 1/2 hour wait we just went through this afternoon!!! Between the three of us, got the blueberry pancakes, banana and walnut pancakes, fried green tomatos (skip 'hem and get the real deal in the south), sugar cured bacon (YUM!), ham steak, hashbrowns (perfectly crisp on one side and creamy/chunky on the inside), and the brioche french toasts. While waiting for our food, we noticed everyone who ordered the pancakes around us sat with a clean plate in front of them, everyone, even the skinny girls!!! And...sure enough, we understood why as soon as we got to taste our own. Both kinds of pancakes were absolutely mesmerizingly soft.....every bite melts in your mouth and blends with the butter syrup to absolute perfection! And I'm not even a sweet-breakfast item kinda gal!!!! The bloodymarys had huge celery sticks in them and were pretty yummy, but for $11 a pop on a brunch menu, they'd better be!! The service was timely and impeccable, kept blaming myself for not having tried this place a lot sooner (it's been on my list for a while now).........stop reading this review and get out of the house immediately to get in line and try some Clinton St. pancakes!",real
8997,"I've been back here a few times and I have say that I really like it. The service leaves a bit to be desired, but the food has been great. P&K has become one of my favorite neighborhood spots.",real
46174,"While it is a great venue in location and the roofdeck view is wonderful, the eclectic food was not agreeable, which is to say it gave several of our guests indigestion.  The lamb leg was delicious, but most of the other dishes valued the kitsch over taste.  The jewish lunchbox?  Nice idea but not memorable.  The chicken schnitzel with the talon?  The only thing memorable was the talon.  And the pig blood pudding which was ""highly recommended"" by the waiter, just wasn't edible.  I am pretty adventurous, but this had nothing great about it.   So overall, totally mediocre.  Will not go back.  Good ideas. But sizzle over substance.",real
41940,"Just called to place an order for takeout, was told they DO NOT DO TAKEOUT.  Possibly a great place, but I won't be finding out tonight.  Please change the info on the page.  They DO NOT DO TAKEOUT.",real
28883,"The food here -- including the pho -- is relatively standard for a Vietnamese restaurant, although I am comparing with restaurants of where I used to live (and eat!), in the Little Saigon district in Seattle. As well, it is inexpensive, the restaurant itself is clean but not fancy, the wait staff was friendly and helpful, and most of the clientele is indeed Asian, which I think is a good measure of taste.",real
40009,"I've been to Barrio Chino many, many times and this is the most delicious Mexican food you can find in New York City. Start with some guacamole.  The homemade tortilla chips are crunchy, golden, and slightly thicker than your usual chip.  This makes it easy to scoop the perfectly concocted guacamole onto the chip and into your mouth. Wash it down with a tamarind margarita, a jalapeno margarita, a light or dark mojito, one of the hundreds of tequila choices - just about any drink you choose is going to be awesome. I'm partial to the steak tacos as my entree.  The dish is simple - three tortillas filled with perfectly marinated tender bits of steak, topped with cilantro and onion, finely chopped to make one incredible plate of food.  Sometimes I use a tortilla chip left over from the guacamole and combine a guacamole chip with some steak.  You can't go wrong with these steak tacos.  This is a top 5 dish in New York City. Have the churros for dessert - if they haven't sold out yet. Other standout dishes are the chorizo quesadillas, the shrimp tostadas and pretty much any taco on the menu (although I haven't tried the cactus ones yet). The waiters/waitresses/bartenders here are really cool and personable.  I've been here many times and pretty much everyone who works here is really nice, will have good recommendations about the menu and will provide good service. The atmosphere of the restaurant is excellent as well.  An eclectic mix of indie rock, hip hop and a mix of other genres is played at a reasonable level.  The restaurant is usually packed and it is a bit of a small space, but it's definitely a fun, relaxed vibe.  The decor is simple and combines elements of a Mexican restaurant with Chinese items hence the name. Prices here are very reasonable.  Dinner for two with a drink and guacamole including tip/tax will run $50-75.  Add more if you plan on drinking more. The only downside to this place is there can be a bit of a wait.  Grab a drink at one of the many bars nearby, because the wait is worth it.  Barrio Chino is the best Mexican in NYC.  Try it now.",fake
15572,Best hot dogs around. Always get the chili and cheese and bacon and cheese. Brings back memories of the hot dog carts on Central Ave in Jersey City! They have great specialty hot dogs and so many hot sauces to choose from!! Always a hit with the kids. Plus they have a cart you can rent for parties.,fake
24375,"Went here on business, searched for local pub. Their menu on here is NOT right they do not have pub food. They have things like fried Brussel sprouts, bone marrow, general thao's chicken, and lamb. Their menu is SO random and apparently ""changes every week"". Their beers were extensive and probably the best part of the meal. If you're feeling adventurous this is the place to go, otherwise... NOT pub food.",real
33382,"The food is good, especially burger night, but the score is low because the service is terrible. The hosts are rude, and out of the five times I have eaten there I have only had one good waitress. The food isn't goo enough to deal with snooty service, especially in Burlington VT.",real
8313,"I clearly am not eating out in the East Village enough because I had never even heard of this place until I was taken for late dinner one recent Tuesday night.  I love Greek food, but this is more like Greek Cuisine.  Yet, like most Greek food, what makes it outstanding is its careful simplicity.  Simple dishes like fried zucchini come out sparkling.  We also had a fried cheese appetizer that was mild, filling, and yummy. For my entree I went with the free-range chicken over Greek noodles, hearty, flavorful, and tender.  Our waiter was fun and friendly, and the decor is sexy, funky, and classy at the same time.  Don't miss the ceiling - and don't miss this restaurant!",real
10966,"Staff is kind of rude but other than that the food was USUALLY decent....Until I decided to order a Buffalo Chicken Pizza. Worst thing I've ever eaten. It was literally canned chicken tossed in some buffalo sauce and thrown on a plain pizza. I mean, why even bother having that on the menu if that's the way you're gonna do it? I will never order from them again. I couldn't even finish one slice. If anyone at Riuniti is reading this, try using breaded chicken breast instead of that canned garbage.",real
15460,"Dear Northern Spy Food Co. There is one thing keeping me from giving you 5 stars. TURN UP THE DAMN LIGHTS! The food was delicious between me and who I was with I got to try the heirloom tomato salad, the pork bolognese with poached egg, the meatballs and the peach pie with granola crumble and burnt sugar ice cream. There was not one sub-par thing in the mix. The heirloom salad had fresh delicious tomatoes in a wonderful shallot-Dijon vinaigrette that I found myself scooping off the pae with my fork at the end. The bolognese was amazing but overshadowed by those delicious meatballs. The thing about these meatballs is they are nothing like my Italian mother's/grandmothers (which I like as well don't get me wrong) they were light and fluffy, additionally their seasoning just made me feel all warm and fuzzy I just can describe it...but god I loved them. Lastly was the peach pie mmm mmm mmmm...thats all I have to say about that. It should be noted the salad and the bolognese were two of 1,000 specials that the waitress had memorized (she was so knowledgeable about everything they served and sweet to boot!) Now on to my one criticism. WHY IS IT SO DARK IN THERE? I am young and still could barely read the menu, I can't imagine how someone older see a thing in there! But I have to say 5 stars equals perfect and Norther Spy Food Co. the lighting situation is the only thing keeping you from perfection in my eyes.",real
41433,Never had the food but the bartenders suck and the whole place is loaded with attitude.,fake
26251,"My husband and I went here when we first visited Philly, and we loved it! It's so old school and charming. The food is great too :-)",real
48179,"Really disappointed. I ordered a tuna dinner ($22 )  and the bf had the marlin ($16). They were both dry and overcooked. Nothing is worse then grey overcooked tuna, especially at that outrageous price. What I got was three tiny, thin, overcooked,oversalted pieces of tuna. Both came with fries and coleslaw, which were just okay. I don't mind paying for something if it's good but this wasn't. We also shared a piece of red velvet cake, good but not $6 good.",real
12746,"I've been here twice now...and I've enjoyed myself both times! I am a lover of Peruvian food and I introduced 2 out -of-country friends to Peruvian food here...and they all loved it as much as I did. Service: Good but somewhat PA. For some reason, the waitress kind of directs the sequence and order of you ordering the food. I thought it was me the first time around..but I noticed they did that the second time around. I was a bit annoyed that we got stuck at this table that had a lot of human traffic, and we were a party of 3, so my friend was kind of jutting out into people walking by. Food: Ceviche - top notch. The plate is big and deep so it looks like it's a little bit, but it is sufficient. It's not overly sour like some other places that give you a toothache after. Chicken Matador? - $36 for a whole chicken, rice and beans, plantains and avocado salad and hotdogs with fries. The waitress claimed it was for 2 people, it was more than enough for 3. Just make sure your table is big enough because our table wasn't. Filet mignon special? - $18 I think for 4 sticks of filet mignon and some potatoes with that magic hello aji sauce, it was done perfect. Not too rare and overly chewy. It was good but I am not sure if it was worth $18 for an appetizer portion. It's my to-go place to bring friends who have not discovered the magic of Peruvian food! It's a great place for birthday dinners too! Tip-bits: Make reservations, they are always busy. They do remember you once they got you in their system. You have to order dessert to get a ""birthday dessert/celebration"", not on the house. Strong drinks Pisco drinks (supporting their home country) TV Screens by the bar 2 single-stall unisex bathroom Two floors For some reason, it gets smokey in there...so prepared to smell like Peruvian chicken after. Recommended gratuity calculated for you",real
48329,"Really delicious banh mi.  Only downside is the wait for your food.  I had a solid 20 minute wait for my order.  The classic (spicy) is my favorite - if only they offered jalapenos instead of just hot sauce.  I recommend allowing plenty of time for your visit to Banh mi zon, although the sandwiches are worth the wait.",real
15828,"I was very excited to dine at Il Pittore which is in the former location of Noble, one of my favorite restaurants in Philadelphia. They have transformed the space downstairs into an area where walkins may eat, or people may have a drink at the bar, and the upstairs while still airy, is now a more formal dining room. They did preserve the wonderful skylight with the herb garden, which was one of Noble's special touches. Service was eager and a bit uneven. People were definitely attentive, but one felt as if the staff was still young, and learning the ropes. The cocktail list is impressive, and I appreciated the fact they had drinks with three different gins (Plymouth, Blue Coat and Hendricks.) Their wine list was quite impressive too. Too few places have Super Tuscans by the glass. There was a nice range of wines in the 40 dollar range and much higher bottles up to about 700 bottle for a superb vintage that deserves to end up on someone's expense account. I went wanting to dine lightly. They do offer a five course pasta tasting dinner, but that felt like too much pasta. So instead I began with their daily crudo, which the day I was there consisted of red snapper, tuna and scallop. Each bite was wonderfully fresh. I enjoyed the tuna with serrono pepper the most, though the other preparations were delicate and flavorful. It was a very nice way to begin the meal. I followed it up with their rendition of  Tuscan Bread Soup, which had rich oxtail and root vegetables. A delightful bowl of soup. I then ordered a pasta course as my main, the Cacio Peppe. This is a  simple dish where hot pasta melts peccorino and a bit of olive oil coating the pasta and is finished with a fresh cracked black pepper. Just before my pasta was to arrive I had a change of heart, and asked for the ravioli with the goat ragout (mint and chili oil). They were unable to substitute but instead graciously served me both. The pasta portions were small, which in my mind is a good thing. Others will not be comfortable with the portion size given Americans predilections to recieve a trough of food and either gorge themselves or bring home food for the next day.  The ravioli was delicious, flavorful, and the goat was earthy, well cooked without being tough and the mint and chili oil added wonderful contrast to the dish. Dessert was not memmorable. The Cafe Carretto I ordered along with it was a bit beyond the ability of the staff and I ended up getting a expresso and a grappa and having to pour the grappa into the expresso. Not the end of the world, but I am sure little things like this will be corrected over time. Net net this restaurant has wonderful promise and will find its way as they iron out service and kitchen issues. The chef's palate is good and they clearly can make some very tasty dishes. They are not yet in the realm of the better italian restaurants in Philadelphia but I have not doubt they will get there.",real
31549,"The beer selection here is amazing. I love that they refer to the cheap american beers as shiza beers. The atmosphere is is casual and the crowd depends on the night. The staff is great, especially the bartenders who put on great music. The food is great, but sometimes they run out. I was here once and they ran out of schnitzel and sauerkraut!  They only have one bathroom, which can be dirty and have a long line if it is buy. Overall this place is worth trying. It's a great German bar, cheaper than Brauhaus Schmitts, and is in a great location.",fake
8167,"Finally, a restaurant in NYC that respects Greek cuisine. This is the most authentic greek restaurant that I have found outside Greece. The space is very nicely decorated and (thank god!) not covered in blue and white. It is a rather small restaurant, so reservations are encouraged. In terms of food, the restaurant is dedicated to rustic home greek food. This means that you will not find some of the dishes that are commonly associated with greek restaurants in the States. Instead you will get very well cooked dishes that are common in family tables in Greece. I highly recommend the pork with leeks, it was one of the best I had in my life. The wine list is remarkable as well: It consists of greek wines only and  it is one of the best I have seen outside Greece.",real
11838,"From 4pm to 4am, you can count on a consistently great dining experience at Blue Ribbon, where the menu does everything but discriminate a wide array of culinary influences: try the BBQ chicken wings and the hummus for starters, the Spanish paella or the Shrimp Provencal or the cheeseburger for dinner, and be sure to order creme brulee or the ice cream sundae for dessert, despite your neglect of ""saving room.""  The service and ambience, with a knowledgeable, extremely attentive wait staff and a laid-back, but very cool atmosphere, are an added bonus to the outstanding food.  And with a no-reservation policy (unless you have a party of 6), if you have the time to wait you'll always get a table.",real
38003,"Yumm! if you are looking for some signature korean food around Ktown, go to BCD! I always order the seafood tofu soup, its so delicious. I am definitely a fan of BCD",fake
24710,"Delicious food, great service, and a nice atmosphere. Prices are extremely reasonable",fake
11924,"WOW! This place was hands down phenomenal. I loved loved the décor on this restaurant, the food was amazing and the portions were huge. You can feed 2 people with one portion with some of the dishes. I tried the jalea (fried seafood mix) I was in heaven it was delicious. The lomo salteado which is similar to pepper steak was sooo tasty. They also have this banana coconut tres leches that was out of this world. I would go back anytime.",fake
37780,First time having the Feijoda (black bean and smoked pork stew) and it was to die for! I'm a cook and I want to run home and replicate the dish but I'm not sure I can! I stole a bite of my husband's Bauru (it's a sandwich with filet mignon you perverts) and that was grand as well. Can't wait to bring our Manhattan foodie friends.,real
47091,"They didn't have any concept of spicy.  The mussels in our Tom Yum Seafood soup was a little too fishy tasting.  The chicken pad thai, which you would think would be a staple dish, was rather bland.  The chicken cashew reminded me of chicken mcnuggets.",real
48646,"Spasso is a nice little Italian place that could be good for a dinner with friends or a simple dinner with a companion. The service is pretty good, the portions big, and the prices reasonable. Just because I only gave this place three starts, doesn't mean it's subpar. The food is good, but I just have an unreasonably high bar for my Italian food so it's graded on a tougher scale. For appetizers, we shared the grilled calamari. I love grilled squid, so this hit the spot. I was also craving some meat -- I couldn't eat meat on Friday because of Lent, so I was craving meat the very next day. I ordered their grilled pork chop stuffed w/ spinach & fontina cheese. Very tasty! It was served with some grilled veggies (squash, zucchini, roasted peppers) and mashed potatoes, and it was topped with some tomato sauce. For dessert, we shared a NY cheesecake drizzled w/ raspberry sauce. Nothing out of this world, but pretty good.",real
29776,"friendly bartenders, great music, reasonably priced beers. the wings are great, and the roast beef sandwich is amazing. i love going to this place.",fake
13032,"I don't know what I loved the most!! The food or the decor or the staff .The place is pretty neat with little things to amaze you.I just love the retro themed cash register at the bar,the wallpaper,the plates(which are hand painted) :D,the statue of Buddha at the entrance with the retro telephone and so much more.Staffs are super friendly which makes you really comfy and the food,oh the food!!! Been there 3 times for dinner and the best combination was starting with beet orange(must have for salad lover),having special lamb(which is absolutely stunning) as a main And finishing off with the rich chocolate pudding. :') In total,a great place to visit with family,friends and obviously with a date :)",real
38783,"This place would take 5stars from me if it wasn't for one of their waitress. The location is great, drinks are good, they've a fun burlesque night on Thursdays. It's pretty much everything you'd want in a local bar, except the service. I've been there multiple times and have always been unlucky to get the ""heavier"" set waitress. Need a drink? Sure, just be prepared to be treated like you're asking her for the favor of her life, every time you order something. That aside, great place. I'd recommend the place, if you're patient.",real
8939,"Beautiful interior, great food, relaxing music 5+. Service on level with restaurants in the neigbourhood. Very nice new addition to restaurant mix on Mott street. Definitely will visit again..",real
7903,"Is it possible that finally a greek restaurant in manhattan lives up to all you want a great Greek restaurant to be? Why yes! From a crisp dry white wine, to all of the tasty appetizers this place is a winner. Everything tastes as great as it looks, warm fresh pita, huge country salad, perfectly cooked and seasoned scallop appetizer.  This food will leave you full, and satisfied but craving it!",real
49224,"okok, so im writing from the vegan's perspective. I have heard lots of great things from people about their meat and other nonvegan food but I am vegan, so: I get very excited when places are vegan friendly and even will pay the extra money in order to enjoy a vegan coffee milkshake, because how often does that happen? not often at all. I loved sketch, and never stopped recommending it to people. BUT I have finally had it. Too many times I have gone into this vegan friendly joint to be served something that i thought was vegan with non vegan items on it. For example, I order a vegan burger, its served on a nonvegan bun, or they change their sauces from mostly all vegan to only two that are and not mention it. So I find out when im re-reading the menu while i wait for my boyfriend to finish. I am no longer going to spend 22 bucks on a grain based burger (THAT TASTES DIFFERENTLY EVERYTIME) french fries, and a milkshake. I was a sucker a few times, but no longer.",real
10176,"We went to White Dog in February to celebrate my passing a big exam. The service was great - two glasses of champagne delivered to the table as a congratulations were a fantastic way to start. For our meal we had the bolognese and a pork special. Both were beautifully served, good portion sizes, and (most importantly) delicious! For dessert a friend of mine had called in to order a surprise for us and the kitchen created a beautiful platter with ""Congratulations!"" written in chocolate on the plate. A fantastic night well-complemented by a great meal and wonderful service!",real
19286,Great selection of beer on tap starting from $5 per glass. Didn't order any food. Bartenders were quick and friendly.,fake
47711,"My mom, my boyfriend, and I just tried Bruno's for the first time last week.  My mom used to go there in college and insisted that we all try it.  While it's your standard pizza joint, their Sicilian pizza is probably the best pizza (Sicilian and otherwise) that I've ever had.  It was DELICIOUS.  The dough was light, the sauce was seasoned well, and the cheese-sauce ratio was right on (for me anyway, I like my pizza with more sauce than less).  Also, the servers were friendly and poured me a huge glass of wine (always a plus when ordering wine).  I haven't tried their round pizza or any of the many dishes on the menu so my five stars only pertains to their Sicilian.  That said, I don't think I'll ever be ordering anything else when I go there!",real
14367,"one of the best places in philly. Great food, eclectic crowd and a unique atmosphere most other restaurants strive for and fail at.",fake
31595,Very much a No Frills old man bar. They have some picnic benches to sit down on in front and lots of seating. It's very dark and it seems like it could use a good scrub. The service was very good and they have a good German beer selection- recommended Spaten Optimator. I just wish my glass wasn't sticky :(,real
26011,"This is my new local find. When the bridge and Tunnel crowd hits the East Village and the LES on the weekends sometimes it's impossible to find an escape from girls who can't walk in Stilettos and guys who want to show you their new Italian flag tattoo. Jadis is that escape. It's an intimate low lit wine bar with delicious appetizers, tasty wine, and amazing olives. The cheese plate it to die for, If you stick to olives, cheese and a couple glasses of vino you'll be in the clear. I will admit, it does get a little pricey, but definitely worth the splurge.",real
24151,"Came here for their fabulous 3-course lunch pre-fix for $35! Absolutely loved it and highly recommend for lunch! Pros: * Located inside the boutique  Chandler Hotel, Juni is an upscale, simple yet elegant restaurant decorated with subtle greys and creams - perfect for that special occasion or to impress your client! * Excellent service * Each dish was perfectly cooked, seasoned, and tastefully and beautifully presented like an art installation! Chef Hergatt changes his menu periodically so don't expect the same dishes year-round. I loved the delicious figs, griggstown quail, and hazelnuts, followed by entree of truffle, hanger tenderloin, and lambs quarters and finally the dessert of chocolate, lovage, and oats. Also enjoyed the starter olive & french bread with delectable soft goat butter & green olive tapenade along with their complimentary dessert plate just as you are getting the check.",real
8632,We had dinner reservations at the Pines last week.   We started with the BEEF TARTARE.  It is topped with sea urchin. We shared the FAVA BEAN salad.  I am a carnivore.  I hate vegetables and I don't even like lamb.  This was really good.   KELP UDON.  Also topped with uni. BORSA VUOTA was my favorite dish of the evening.  So good!  I think it is a mushroom pasta.  Very flavorful and rich. CULOTTE STEAK We split the Rubarb for dessert.  This wasn't my favorite dessert but it worked well as a palette cleanse and was perfect for this meal. We maybe have ordered one dish too many.  But everything was pretty perfect from cocktails to our waiter.  I can't wait to go back again and try everything else.,real
33792,"Stopped by this popular place based on the constant traffic alone, place always seems busy. It was on Saturday night around 7 so no complaints on the brief wait for seating or slightly congested service. The chips and salsa and plenty of water before our meals came was a pleasant touch. She ordered the fish taco's and I went with the chicken quesadilla, both were well cooked and seasoned. I will definitely be back.",real
13013,"This is a 5-star review even though they forgot a candle in my sisters birthday tiramisu - which they comped our wine and desert because of We started off with the baby arugula and fennel salad with lemon dressing as well as the burrata salad, both were light and refreshing as well as fresh and delicious! For our entrees we had the parpadelle and sausage pasta which was one of the best pasta dishes we have ever had - homemade pasta cooked al dente in a light lemon sauce We also got 2 pizzas - the Parma as well as the Turin (margarita with wild mushrooms) both were great but we preferred the Turin since our particular Parma pizza was not made with a lot of cheese Above and beyond all though was our service. The maître de Michael as well our justin were so nice and accommodating that we cannot wait to come back. This is a great place for any occasion and any night of the week. Great service, ambiance, and most of all, food! HIGHLY recommend.",real
20628,"...an interesting place that teases 20-30 somethings by hinting that it's some sort of trendy pick-up spot.  Ummmm, not so much.  Inside is nice - brick walls and rustic country tables.   There is room to dine al fresco, which we did.   Service is decent, and the wine list will offer enough to satisfy you regardless of your food choices.  Now the food which I can only give 3 stars - maybe 3.5.   We stopped because of all the truffle possibilities, and I ordered the Polenta Tartufata without thinking.  If I had stopped there, I think everything would have been fine.  The polenta was decent, and the sauce had plenty of truffle flavor but there was so much oil and cream in the sauce, my appetite was pretty much shot by the time the appetizer was finished. Instead of stopping there I went to the gnocchi (also prepared with a cream/truffle sauce), and I may as well have eaten a 1/4 lb. of butter.  By the time this entrée was half eaten the sauce had separated into pools of fat.  It was all the extra fat that took two full stars away from my rating; too much fat says a lot about a chef not being able to balance a sauce correctly. My wife had a good salad, and an entrée with pasta, basil and fresh tomatoes that I would recommend, and probably order (if I ever return).  With all the offerings for Italian food in NYC, go find a place with homemade pasta.  Three stars for decent street view, good wines, and acceptable food.",real
14012,"My wife took my here for the first time over 10 years ago. After that we got to 'Nam every chance we could. After maybe 5 years, we went there this year and was thoroughly disappointed. Don't know why the standards dropped but the food and service was far from what it was. We'll never go back",fake
18487,"Okay, so I decided to check out Clinton St Bakery because there was all this hype around how amazing their french toast and pancakes were. And normally, I'm not one to entertain the idea of waiting a ridiculous 2 hours in line to eat breakfast, but luckily, I was staying at an apartment on the LES a mere block away.  So I wandered over to Clinton St Bakery at 11am on a Sunday morning in my pajamas and put my name down for a party of 4.  I was told that the wait would be an hour an a half.  Cool.  I'll just go home, shower, get dressed, and surf the net until then. Fast forward 90 minutes... Our group arrived at 12:30pm, and by then the crowd outside was ridiculous.  Like night-before-premiere-of-new-Star-Wars-movie ridiculous. We ended up having to wait an additional hour because people wouldn't leave (and really, why would you, if you had to wait for hours to get in?). Okay.  French toast: pretty darn amazing. It was fluffy centered, crispy edged brioche bread that came with sticky maple butter, glazed bananas and nuts.  Delicious.  Biscuits were light, buttery, crusty and awesome.  Couldn't stop picking at them. The rest of the meal?  Less than amazing.  It was... good, but really, no more exceptional than other brunch meals I've had.  Their egg-based dishes (scrambles and omelets) are just fine.  We had the truffle eggs, spanish scramble, southern breakfast, and a morel mushroom scramble special (which looked delicious on the menu, but was actually a little bland and underseasoned). To the restaurant's credit, I think we probably ordered the wrong things.  Like, don't go to a place called Clinton St. *Bakery* and then order omelets.  I imagine that if we'd all gotten muffins or cakes, we'd be raving about this place like many others do.  We just didn't want to have a breakfast full of cakes. I was also tempted to give this place 3 stars on account of how utterly crappy the wait was (2.5 hours total), but I don't think that's something a restaurant has control over.  They just do what they can to manage the people who are banging down their doors.",real
46478,How can I not love a place that as soon as I walk up to the window I receive a compliment??? The gentleman who served us had a real hot tatt and a very helpful vibe. It was my first time and deciding what I wanted was not hard at all. I had the Hot Sticky Mess which is sticky chai buns soaked in custard and grilled....SAY WHAT?? I started eating before my partner in food crime Ava E even had a chance to order....and the moaning and groaning began. It was delicious! I also sampled the potato and eggs with salsa verde which was outstanding as well. I purchased a scone for mommy dearest and she really enjoyed it. The stoop brunch is an awesome deal at only $5.00. They have an array of breads on sale as that I am sure taste great. The location is a win-win situation for me as I have about a 25 minute walk round trip and I can walk off all the calories I consume!,real
42644,Satisfy your chocolate craving here - I recommend the mexican hot chocolate and chocolate pizza. cocktails are fun .,fake
18468,"My boyfriend and I haven't been to CSBC in months, but every time I drag him to a new also highly rated (by yelp of course) brunch place, he always says it can't compare to the buttermilk biscuit sandwich he had here. For someone like him who abhors brunch because it means a) getting up before noon and b) more breakfast than lunch in brunch, I think it says something about CSBC if he keeps hinting to come back, lines be damned. Every bite was breakfast heaven in my mouth. I would love to come back, but probably only on a weekday when there isn't a 2 hour wait. Alas, opportunities for brunch on weekdays are few and far between...",real
49734,"We brought a group of six to gem in soho.  I didnt know what to.expect, and at the end was pleasantly surprised. We had a great table, got recommendations from the owner, prices were right, portions, and all of us rolled out of there for only $60 each! That's saying alot for a tier 1 dinner in the city. I had the char (salmon/cod like fish) special and a shared table starter of cheese, italian meats...all exceptionally good, fresh, and worth the money. The only thing I'd improve is the a/c in the summer time.  It was relatively hot inside near the back and if I was wearing more formal attire, I would broke into a sweat for sure.",real
20024,I finely had my first Philly Cheese Steak. Sonny's was good and reasonable priced.,real
11681,"Excellent food, attentive staff and great ambiance...the PERFECT package tied in Blue Ribbon. I can see why many chefs love to come here after their own restaurants close for the night.  This place is a culinary mecca serving one delectable dish after another. My party and I got to Blue Ribbon around 6:30pm and was seated immediately at a nice corner table.  The ambiance was warm, cozy and candle lit, exuding a casual Soho chic. There were many great menu choices.  The waiter was immensely helpful and offered us various signature recommendations.  He took our order without even writing it down and orchestrated the timing of each dish perfectly. - Marrow and Oxtail Marmalade (this is their signature dish and is unlike anything you've ever eaten; the marrow spreads on the toast like butter and the marmalade adds a new flavor dimension;  dish was quiet large and great for sharing) - Escargot (this was prepared in a bourguignon style with the escargot sauteed with bacon, carrots, veggies in a burgundy sauce; so hardy and delicious; you'll want to sop all the freshly baked bread in this stew) - Fried Oysters (yummy fried oysters on top of creamed spinach and shell; very tasty with the homemade house hot sauce) - Rack of Lamb with mash potatoes and spinach (I was too full by this point but did sample some and it was very tasty.) - Spicy Catfish with mash potatoes and kale (Perfectly done; even the kale was delicious) The portions were quite large so I was quite stuffed after sharing a few appetizers.  Didn't think I had room for dessert but we decided to share a creme brulee...and it was seriously the BEST Creme Brulee EVER!  I somehow found room for more.  :) What a wonderful meal it was!   I was in FOODIE HEAVEN. Give yourself this culinary treat!",real
46322,"How do you place a soft boiled egg into a flatbread sandwich? If you come to Scratch Bread, you'll find out that what they'll do is just put the entire egg on one end of the sandwich. Whenever I see 4 star ratings on any establishment on Yelp, my heart jumps with excitement. It means that hundreds of people have tasted and sampled the offerings at this place and deemed it worthy for themselves and others. Scratch Bread has interesting concept of build your own sandwich. I built a breakfast sandwich with soft egg, hand cut bacon, arugula and jalapeno sauce. The hand cut bacon was thick. It was also super tough, practically beef jerky. Parts of it was flat out unchewable and I had to remove it from my mouth and make sure I didn't accidentally chew on a pebble. The egg was nicely boiled, yolky on the inside just like I like my soft boiled eggs. Unfortunately it was stationed at the top of the sandwich because no one thought it would make a difference to just cut it up and spread it t hroughout the sandwich. The tail end of my flatbread sandwich was pure arugula with some type of rock salt layered on top. The jalapeno sauce was tasty as well. The concept is interesting but a few things detract from Scratch Bread. - Lack of Effort. Please chop up the eggs and also do a better job with the hand cut bacon. - No real seating to speak of besides two benches out front. (not a huge deal but has to be pointed out) - $7-8 per sandwich is a bit pricey considering it's basically takeout. Scratch Bread has pretty good food, but minimal effort.",real
5774,Hands down the best Pizza in the greater Trenton area. I especially love their bar pie with sausage. The other offerings on their menu are a slam dunk also. Seating is tight.,fake
3104,"We came here with great expectations and were let down.  The place is extremely brightly lit and clean.  One can't fault the quality of the food either, but the cheese steak was just north of bland.  The cheese fries were better than the steak.  We were so disappointed that we head across the street to Pat's, which was much much better. My search for a better Philly Chese Steak in Philly than I can get in California goes on...",real
43331,"My first time at Max Brenner. I sent a few ladies looking for a good time there once, but I had never been there. I went with a few friends and we had a blast! The entrance smells like shaved dark chocolate! Somebody's gonna have sex when they leave here!! I started with the Criollo, milk chocolate cream and peppermint schnapps! It was so great, I had a second. It was served on a tray dusted with powdered sugar and completed with fresh biscotti! For food, I ordered the Smoky Dry Rub Chicken Wings and they were great. My friends ordered the Mac N Cheese and the Oven Roasted tomato Pizza!! For drinks, the Mocha Frappe and the Dark Chocolat! This was a great way to start our a night and we could have very well ended it here as well, but we had other plans. The decor was romantic and fun and the bathrooms have the coolest wallpaper!! I'm a huge fan of THE BALD MAN!!",real
27566,"Definitely suggest either coming with only 2 people or making reservations for brunch. We had a few orders of the Eggs Huntington (delicious but a bit too much Hollandaise for my taste..), the Lox and Green Onion Scrambled (didn't try but it got great reviews), and the special of the day which was a play on their Short Ribs Hash except it was Pulled Pork with Cheese Grits and 2 Sunny Side Up Eggs (pork was very very flavorful, soft, and tasty; grits were yum (although i'm not a grits lover at all). All of the meals came with a refreshing side salad. The bacon side is definitely enough for at least 2 people and they were hearty meaty slices. The fries side is small but very tasty (crunchy and soft and yum). The grapefruit snack was nothing spectacular but refreshing; The sticky bun snack was totally not worth it in my opinion...a bit on the dry side of how i like my cinnabons. Overall a cute little place with that hippie / carroll gardens brunch feel. A must try on the brooklyn brunch list.",real
46603,"If I could classify a restaurant as a piece of culinary deliciousness and Heaven, In Riva fits the category well. An extensive list of wines and beers accompany the brilliant food. I personally recommend the meatballs and whipped ricotta along with the pepperoni pizza. To die for good. A chill place with a cool vibe and damn good eats. Cheers.",real
10575,"This place was amazing. My husband and I are both Indian, and we thought this food was great.  Everything was made fresh, without excess oil or cream. The biryani was probably the best biryani I've had other than my mom's. The chicken and lamb pieces were perfectly cooked and seasoned.  The onion bhajia was also excellent. The portions are large and the food was well priced. They gave us dessert at the end, also wonderful.  A great complete dinner for 2 with plentiful leftovers for lunch, for about $30. Really a wonderful gem of a place. Will be back here for sure!",real
26123,"You know it's good food when you walk in and it's filled with people from all backgrounds. I've tried a little bit of everything and it's all been great! You get A LOT of food for little money. Oh yeah, there's a bar in the back room and I guess they serve liquor there that you can take into the dining area but I've never ventured back there. The service could be a little better but hey, it's worth the wait.",real
25950,"What a hidden gem.  This place reminds me walking into my living room, plopping down on my couch and enjoying a nice bottle of wine (minus the TV) and just hanging out w. friends.   They have a decent selection of wine and the staff is extremely friendly and relaxed.   The prices are pretty reasonable and you can just relax, relax and relax.   We had the cheese / pate plate and paired it off with a bottle of white & red. There staff allowed us to stay 45 mins past closing as we still had half a bottle left.   No rush they said... just enjoy your time here.   How awesome is that!",real
31234,I love this place. Always looking for reasons to go. Great for business lunches and for a happy hour/dinner with friends. Mussels are my favorite.,fake
41206,"I've eaten here a couple times now, and the food is consistently really yummy. I highly recommend the sangria, the tostones with garlic sauce, and the empanadas!!!! For entrees, I've gotten the Fricasse de Pollo, which is basically arroz con pollo. It was very flavorful, and I would definitely get it again. The atmosphere is also really nice for a birthday dinner, or just having some pregame drinks and appetizers.",real
36326,"This time around, I got the carne asada nachos, and hoped it wasn't as salty as the al pastor nachos... Not only did I wait around 30 minutes, but I couldn't even finish the nachos. Chips tasted stale and had a strange after taste, and there was very little meat. Overall, the nachos lacked flavor and was bland, disappointing, and underwhelming. 2.5 stars for the carne asada nachos.",real
22837,"Came here for Friday night dinner with my best friend. Before I get into details, just to forewarn anyone who plans on coming here: IF YOU PLAN TO COME HERE FOR A QUIET AND INTIMATE DINNER, THAT'S NOT WHAT YOU'RE IN FOR. Cuban Pete's atmosphere is extremely loud, with the waiters banging on drums every ten minutes for someone's birthday (It's fun and amusing the first time but, honestly, after the 5th or so time, it gets a little annoying). I will say that, if you get the right waiter, you're going to have an amazing night. Anyways, to our advantage, Cuban Pete's atmosphere is just what we were in the mood food: Vibrant and active atmosphere, BYOB and good food. To our disadvantage, our waiter sucked. For starters, we shared some of the tapas options: Papita De Rellenas y Platanos Relleno. Both very tasty. I enjoyed the stuffed potato dumplings more, however. Maybe the next time we come here, we will go with just tapas to accompany our drinks. Just those two alone were very filling!   When it came to entrees, I went with the Ropa Vieja -- beef (totally my go-to whenever I come here). It comes with rice, beans and plantains. My best friend went with the Pollo A La Plancha and it came with the same sides. They smeared a green sauce on top that she said tasted great. the portions are huge and I always find myself asking for a take away box at the end of my meal to finish later. Everything was perfectly cooked and I enjoyed it very much! The only thing that pretty much killed our vibe for the night was our waiter. I get it, it's busy, but seriously. We shouldn't have to wait so long for you to take our order or to ask us if we are ready for the check. He disappeared half the night, not even asking us how our meal was going. He wasn't exactly thrilled that night. This never happens when I come here! I've come here for a birthday dinner or for a weekday dinner after work and the waiters were such warm and friendly people. I guess we just weren't too lucky that night. All in all, a great night because of the amazing food and the wine we were sippin' on.",real
19820,"My wife and I, were there in September, and we enjoyed it very well. It is footsteps from The Seaport. We had trhe chesesteak with onionsand cheese whiz Sonny's favorite. and we had fries very good. A real piece of Philly there. I especially enjoyed the area, It had that NY Bleeker Street setting. I love Philly and that made me love it even more. You will enjoy Sonny's The next time you are there come and eat there.",fake
43145,"I've been asking my boyfriend to come here for a while and I was overly excited when we finally went. It was a cute restaurant but what I noticed when I walked in was that it was toooo dark!! He calls me a granny but it took more effort to read the menu by the candle, which isn't exactly favorable. There was a mixed crowds of families, groups of friends and dates. I ordered the s'mores sundae, which was good for the first 5-7 bites but it was too rich. My boyfriend ordered the banana waffle dessert, which I also tried and we both agreed we wouldn't order that again. The waffle was room temperature and dense/cake-y. We were expecting warm, fluffy waffles to contrast the ice cream so we were kind of let down by that. Good thing I paid with a Groupon because I thought it was kind of pricey for what we got. Three stars for food presentation and service. I probably won't come back for a while. My expectations were too high. Good if you want to indulge but otherwise, Naked Chocolate is close by and way more affordable for a college student on a budget, looking for a treat (aka...GIANT frozen hot chocolate for $6).",real
40688,"yummy food (steak, salads, guac and the fresh strawberry and crepe desert), relaxed communal atmosphere (not for those that don't mind bumping into your neighbor) and fresh tasty drinks make for a happy night out",real
39225,"This place is definitely a good place for dim sum. There doesn't seem to be too many other options around the area, so my family has been coming to this restaurant for years. The service is ok and we usually get our food quickly. I love the shrimp dumplings!  We're usually quickly seated because the place is relatively big. I always bring friends here for Saturday dim sum. I recommend it!",fake
29977,"I should preface this by saying that I only got to see Silk City as a bar/lounge on a Friday night, but if the experience I had is any indication of their diner or beer garden, then they are also spectacular. You literally cannot miss this place. Neon lights mixed artsy architectural design and an entire segment that looks strictly like a diner make this place stand out amongst the other establishments along Spring Garden. The bar area is medium sized,  has a dance floor, and is decorated with some pretty random flare along the walls. There is a cover ($7 Guys/$3 for Girls) but Silk City makes up for it with decent drink deals. We rocked the $2 PBRs, $2.50 Tecate Lights, w/a lime wedge. As other reviews have stated, the DJ is pretty good, though your experience may vary according to your music tastes or the night you go on. Fridays/Saturdays are prolly your best bets since there's pretty much always a big crowd. All in all, Silk City is a great night out within the Northern Liberties area. With essentially three different venues mixed into one, you'll be hard pressed to not find yourself having a good time.",real
5306,"Love this place. Great late night or weekend afternoon spot for a hot dog. The bread is a little thick for a hot dog, but the options are really unique. My fiance and I tired to eat every hot dog and get our names up on the wall. It was a fun journey, we have four left.",real
25770,Great wine selection. Great food. Great ambiance.,real
36053,"Consistently good food with decent prices and speedy service.  Plus, they never screw up an order.  Great neighborhood place to order dinner from if my boyfriend and I can't settle on the same thing. You want pasta? They got it, and in big portions. You want pizza? It's warm and doughy and delicious. Hell, they even have pan seared salmon over linguini. Every time I go here, I usually get the gyro platter which comes with fries and a generous helping of greek salad, complete with big chunks of feta and kalamata olives. It could really feed two people.  Their wraps are also really good, stuffed to the brim with chicken. I'd definitely recommend it for a quick and cheap dinner or a late night drunken pizza noshing session.",real
35679,"Rouge was nothing like what I was expecting. Based on the price of the menu and its location, I expected something a bit like Parc - a bit fancy-schmancy, hoity-toity, overpriced and formal. Rouge was not that. It was more like what would happen if you had an old gay grandfather and he had a house party and everyone woke up in the morning and he served them Bloody Marys and mimosas at the counter bar in his kitchen while some of his friends ate breakfast on overstuffed chairs in his livingroom. Which was a little weird but also pretty much exactly what I want my life to be like when I am an old woman. The bartender - Tommy - was friendly and chatty. The Bloody Mary was good, although I wish the horseradish wasn't already in the mix since it was a bit spicy for me. The steak and eggs was good - a good portion of steak, cooked exactly how I ordered it, good hollandaise sauce but not poured over everything (personal breakfast pet peeve), well-cooked eggs. I got the parmesan truffle fries and they were kind of like crack. I'm sure they're great with a burger or on their own or whatever, but dipped into egg yolks? Mmm. If you wake up alone with a hangover on a Saturday morning, brunch here will help lift your spirits. If you wake up with someone else, with or without that hangover, on a Saturday morning - bring her here. It's a nice place to have a drink and some food while you figure out who she is and where you picked her up.",real
4814,"Pancakes.  Piping hot.  Flavors galore.  Fluffy yet filling.  While Tom's is for the most part an old-fashioned greasy spoon, their pancakes are simply delicious.  Lemon Ricotta is my absolute fave.  If you can brave the line on a cold winter's day, they're sure to fill you with warm goodness.",real
24448,"I love Local 44. At one point in my life I was there so much I wished they had stock I could have invested in. The staff has been pretty consistent these past few years and each and every one of them could tell you exactly what beer to drink depending on what you're feeling. All the bartenders are really cool and easy to talk to, and if you go enough they always say what's up when you walk in. The ambiance is real laid back and cool and there are usually some good tunes on off one of the bartenders iPods. As for the food, the burgers are definitely the best bang for your buck. The appetizers are all good but the portions aren't that large, except for the fries which are massive. If you are in West Philly, I would say Local is a worthy stop.",real
10174,"Food was barely fair, service was really poor.  Waitperson keep coming back to ask us what we ordered (1st drinks, then dinner, then who wanted coffee)  If they were new , they should have had more support. We went on a sunday night a couple of weeks ago and the place was maybe half full. Prices have gone up - that's OK, but shouldn't quality of meals and the service be in line with higher prices???",real
8869,"Sometimes even the wrong train can take you to the right destination (The Lunchbox) ""So, how did you hear about us?"" John, one of the owners, asked me. ""Yelp. I read about you on yelp. The reviews were all glowing"". I responded. To be completely truthful, our intended destination was the nearby, insanely popular, fried chicken restaurant whose name rhymes with: ""Cries and Sighs"" (involuntary reactions from prospective clients on being told the wait time), but after hearing that the wait would be one and a half hours, I resorted to Plan B... as I had seen gushing reviews for Beehive Oven nearby. We walked over, and the wait here was only ten minutes. ""We're from Texas, and we're having fun with the concept"", said John to me when asked of the focus on being a ""Biscuit Café"". ""Biscuits are the vehicle, but we are introducing a number of variations that we think people will find interesting"". The Jezebel sauce was one such novelty for me. More like a Chutney than a sauce, the apple and pineapple preserves are given a slight kick by the horseradish sauce, but it's not pungent and helps one enjoy the chicken wings by not overpowering them. We got the Moselle (Fried Chicken, Collard Greens, Fried Egg, and Hot Sauce) and the Nettie (Fried Chicken, Iceberg wedge, buttermilk dressing, w/o bacon) sandwiches that both come with a side of Apple Raisin slaw. It would be fair to say that the sandwiches taste very good, but it's all about the biscuits... they are fantastic (5 stars). I don't think I've enjoyed any version of biscuits in NYC more than the one at Beehive Oven. Interestingly, there have been two (unintentionally) slightly different versions: one fluffier, while the other crispier but with an excellent bite... both tasted so good that you could eat them plain without the chicken and be ooh-ing and aah-ing...  As so happens ever too frequently in my food discoveries, I start focusing on a particular dish (lately Fried Chicken) and end up getting fascinated by something different... In this case: Biscuits... They are endlessly fascinating, for almost no two are alike! Some are cake-y, some are crumbly, some are fluffy, some crispy, some are like focaccia bread... it goes on and on, and one can't say that one version trumps others. But, Beehive exhibits a certain command and consistency in execution that deserves kudos and recognition. It's great to see a Smorgasburg alum graduate into the world of bricks and mortar, with distinction. There are a host of dessert options and we tried the Red Velvet cake (with Vanilla bean frosting) and the Texas Sheet Cake (with chocolate) that seemed less like a sheet cake and more like a fudgy brownie. The Sheet cake was marred by the sponge being uninteresting once one was done with the frosting... but the red velvet cake fared better in terms of frosting and cake, benefiting from the high turnover. ""Are you hoping to benefit from the spillover crowd at the nearby restaurant when they hear the wait time there?"" I asked John. ""Not really"", he replied. ""If we even got half of the number of customers they do, we wouldn't be able to handle it"". I agree with that assertion. The fact that they are getting regular patrons is helpful, but Beehive is definitely benefiting from not having a mass of customers beating down the door. Our server, delightfully  personable and with an endearing smile, was nevertheless hassled and had to be reminded for (1) small plates; (2) knives; (3) water (our glasses were empty); (4) bacon in the Nettie (when I had asked for it to be excluded); (5) the bill... Did I say she was cute and had an endearing smile? I'll give her the benefit of the doubt, and hope she lives up to my faith in coming visits. Coming back to the million dollar question of a comparison with the nearby restaurant: there were no pies (only cakes and puddings), but the thighs here were definitely better than the ones I could see over there... Though, I'm not talking about the feathered ones.... :)  You've gotta love summer in the City. (4.5 stars)",real
26803,"I'm big into brunch, and this place is hot.  Moreover, I'm big into french toast - but usually stay away from it when it's stuffed - and their stuffed french toast is hot. i also tried the crazy eggs benedict - the special one, whatever it was called - and it was very good.  very. recommended highly.",real
25145,this is my favorite spot on st. marks pl.  i eat hear a couple of times a week.  i literally CRAVE their veggie tacos.  they are the best i've ever had - and the gauc is amazing.  very friendly - great looking place - just the best!  highly HIGHLY recommended.,real
27206,hands down one of brooklyn's finest. everything here was great. chicken and waffles / hake / duck meatloaf. apple bread pudding. yum  i could eat here every day.,fake
26291,"As good food, atmosphere and staff as other ****+ reviewers described.  Definitely a ""Momas"" in San Francisco kind of place.",real
290,"We stumbled across this place, and it was a wonderful delight. The food was delicious and the service was great and very friendy. Wonderful choice of wine. Definitely recommend it if you get a chance!",real
33226,"I can cook better, more authentic Mexican myself for a fraction of the price ($8 guac????????). Head into South Orange and eat at Toro Loco. You'll save money, better beer selection, and much better food. And better service - I had to wait 20+ minutes just to place my order! And a cuter location with more things to see in walking distance. I don't get why this place is so hyped, or maybe the quality has finally come way down from where it was as El Bandido. But I'm never going back.",real
46891,"I ordered breakfast from Sandwich Theory and had it delivered. It took about 20 minutes for the food to come so I would say it's pretty fast. I ordered a healthy wrap -four egg whites, roast turkey, havarti in a whole wheat wrap and a mediterranean omelet - fresh mozzarella, roasted red pepper and spinach with wheat toast glazed with butter + a diet coke + fresh fruit. The bill came to 17.87 and I gave 15% tip. Honestly the food was ordinary. Not that great to be honest. I think this is a okay fast food place that delivers if you're not up to go to a diner or any other cafe to get breakfast.",real
3915,"Casa Adela is a hidden jewel in Alphabet City, off of Avenue C, it's likely if your not a local you wouldn't wander over this far.  But I would highly recommend taking the trip on over to this wonderful little spot, as the taste and quantity of their food far outpaces that of their low price. I've been here twice now and am returning again.  I've had the pernil and roast chicken which was really tasty, the pork is well cooked and the sauce it's cooked in adds great flavor; it mixes well if you top it over your rice and beans (if you take it to go).  Also have had the chicken stew, which is just as amazing as the pernil. The wait is long, even for take out, but expect that to be a compliment as they actually cook your food.  The wait staff is extremely friendly and patient and are more than willing to strike a conversation with you.   Expect to pay just under $10 a person, without tip.  They have a sign posted that says ""Let's just pretend I'm in business to make money"" which is a solid indicator they don't take credit, so bring cash! In my latest experience, we didn't get the correct order for take-out (they forgot to give us our pernil) but we came back the next day and they gave us a complimentary pernil to make up for their mistake...  Extremely accommodating and excellent service.",real
45855,"ICE CREAM CART REVIEW: A common trend in the summer, perhaps I'd agree if you told me the cart doesn't deserve a separate listing, mainly because the quality Cookshop's food and their frozen treats align quite well. So delicious, they doled out large portions and wooden to-go spoons, but no one seemed interested? Fools. If you were like me, you'd have stopped and gotten the Lemon-Curd-Pecan-Brittle-with-Salty-Caramel-Sauce for $3.50, a steal.",real
29946,"I have been coming to Silk City for years....first with my parents and now with my friends. Great, laid back atmosphere with a variety of food items to chose from. Bartenders are knowledgeable about the best drink choices to pair with your mood or food, and wait staff is quick and courteous.",real
41638,"Favorite neighborhood bar to go to in Astoria. Yummy cocktails and great beer selection including cask ale. Food is delicious. Highly recommend chicken sandwhich with coleslaw on it (can't remember exactly what it's called), the burger and fries are very good as well. Served with malt vinegar and sea salt on the side. Really friendly and skilled bartenders. Just make sure you come early if you want any chance of getting a seat, gets filled up very quickly. Sweet Afton is always a safe choice, love it!",real
3494,Great neighborhood bar with excellent food. The friendly bartenders and waiters make this place a guaranteed great time. I also got the privilege of meeting one of the owners and he's a wonderful person.  If you're looking for a new bar/restaurant/hangout this place is definitely worth checking out!,fake
28673,I don't know what all the hype is about soba noodles. I had the chicken burdock dip soba. It was mehhh. Didn't finish it. The soup tasted too strong and the flavors didn't work for me. The green tea ice cream was delish tho.,real
49680,Service and Food were amazing!! The Mediterranean Sea Bass and Cauliflower appetizer are a must!!,real
47335,"I live in Westville and had brunch there, it was wonderful. The food was really fresh and delicious and there is a big emphasis on local suppliers....so it's not the cheapest place in town- go to Delaney's if $ is your main concern. I liked the atmosphere- big windows, open kitchen, huge booths with electrical outlets right there if you want to plug in your laptop or whatever. The manager checked in with us and even the kitchen staff chatted with me. My only negative was that there was no s&p on the table. I have to order salt? Bottom line -I'll definitely go again! Late summer update: We've been back several times. There's now salt on the table and the servers offer fresh ground pepper. Food is soooo good; today I had the frittata Lorraine- yum, so savory. Try to order something from their brick oven (the 'stone hearth')- it's all good. We love how new and clean everything is. Also, try the tomato soup- I think it's even better than Caseus'!",fake
12077,"Amazing meal for a great price. Went with a group of 5 friends, ordered 3 entrees (all made to feed two), and a few sides with drinks. All of this was under 140 with tip and we had lots of leftovers. The Tacu Tacu dish was easily the highlight and possibly one of the best things I've eaten in a while, great steak with risotto is hard to beat. Will be going back very soon.",real
24796,"I live in the area, and Slate is a somewhat recent find for me.. probably first went there in May. However, since finding it... I can not leave and go there about three times a week. My first and only time inside the restaurant (I usually bring my dog and sit outside) I loved the intimate vibe.  They have a good drink and wine list and it adds to the mood since it is very dark inside.  Kind of got a boudoir feel.  The waiters are all very friendly and attentive, which is kind of amazing considering about two of them work the tables at one time. The owner (Domenic I think?) is usually there and wants to make sure that you have a good time. We often order take out and he will give my boyfriend a beer on the house while he waits and or will throw in a free dessert.  He treats his regulars like gold... even the dog gets some meat. What really draws me is the excellent veggie options. I love the vegetarian gyro and there green curry tempeh.  Its amazing!  For the meat eaters out there, my boyfriend has ordered most of the menu and has never complained. I think Slate exemplifies great food and a great staff that values your business.",real
8584,"Sometimes you never want to leave your neighborhood to eat, but this is totally worth it. The wine, the food, everything is great. The wine is really unexpected and distinct. The baked clams are off the hook.",fake
28896,"I decided to try this place out tonight after reading the reviews since my wife wanted to eat out. Wife was skeptical as she usually is when she's hungry and wanted to go to our regular Vietnamese spot Nha Trang instead but she reluctantly agreed to come after I promised I'd give her $100 if the food was bad. =p We had actually almost visited awhile back when they first opened but turned away at the last second because the place was empty and I wasn't certain where the parking was. But this time those weren't issues. It's a relatively small place compared to Nha Trang but the decor is a definitely a step up. Service was a tad slow as it was only one counter person/waiter (the son?) and the cook (the mom?) but we didn't mind since we weren't in a rush. As for the food, let's just say I didn't have to pay my wife $100. =p We started off with both summer rolls and a plate of crispy squid. The summer rolls are longer than those at Nha Trang and just as good. The squid was freshly deep fried and came with a lemony/salty sauce that was just perfect for it. Since this was our first visit we decided to stick with the Vietnamese staples for our main dishes. Pho for my wife and pork chop over rice for me. My wife really enjoyed the pho and she loved the beef brisket in it which she said was flavorful and not overly fatty. Not as big of a fan of the eye of round meat but that's probably cause she doesn't like rare meat so overcooks it by leaving them in the soup for too long. But we both did agree that the soup was a bit oilier than what we were used to. But overall pretty good. The pork chop over rice was quite good as well. Flavor and amount was just what I was expecting from a good Vietnamese place. I had ordered a tea with fresh lemon as well but they forgot about it until I went to pay the check. They gave it to me to go though and I gotta say, I'm a fan. So overall we're psyched that we gave them a shot as this gives us one place with great food that's close to our home. Will definitely be back in the future. Hopefully they'll be able to do ok and stick around as they're not exactly in the best of locations. Eat-in diners seemed relatively scarce but they seemed to do pretty well with take out orders.",real
16174,The place is really small and tight but the milk shakes were awesome!!!! The pancakes were great. Felt the need to rush tho because of the people who are watching yoo thru the window. Other than that I loved it,real
16162,CASH ONLY. Great spot for breakfast. Arrived right at 8am  and got right in. Got the blueberry pancakes with a side of bacon. Yummy. Coffee is good too.,real
49358,"Great old-time Italian Deli.  This is the real deal, homemade mozzarella, meatballs, sausage and red sauce, along with real Italian cold cuts.  This place has no menu, you tell people what you want, and they make it.  Like certain Italian delis in Hoboken, you grab your own roll and tell the man what you want.  The Mozz is great, and they make a great Italian sub, meatball sub and sausage sub. They also have imported Italian pastas, canned tomatoes and other goods. Very kind and friendly owner.  No menu and no pricing.  I usually go to Buon Appetito, another excellent Italian deli on Broadway in Bayonne,",real
2746,"So if you're on that infamous corner of E.Passyunk torn between Geno's and Pat's, pick Pat's. (My personal ranking: 1.Jim's 2.Tony Luke's 3.Pat's 4.Geno's) There should only be one reason why you ever eat a cheesesteak from Geno's, and that's if you never tried it before. You deserve a slap on the hand if you ever consider eating at Geno's again. CONS: 1. The meat is not chopped up 2. There is no seasoning on the meat what-so-ever 3. The whiz is not hot enough 4. The overall taste is bland 5. The cheesesteak, as if it can get any worse, loses more and more flavor as you eat it PRO: 1. The bread is slightly softer than Pat's 2. The cheesesteak is slightly warmer than Pat's A WARNING TO ALL FIRST TIMERS: This establishment is Pro-American. My boyfriend (who by the way is Filipino-American, born and raised in Jersey just like me) heard someone at the window say to another employee, ""no no they're american"" after we ordered our food. So i wouldn't advise anyone with a foreign accent coming to this establishment. Just being a different color is a flag to them.",real
35584,"My wife and I have been to Rouge for Dinner and Brunch. Both times, it was quite awesome. The atmosphere is quaint and classy, and the food and drinks are as good as it gets. Not a cheap place, but if looking for a place to go on a date, or dine on a special occasion, this is a strong choice. It is located right on Rittenhouse Square, and it is a lot of fun when you sit by the french doors when they are open on a beautiful day and look out at the square while eating. Great place!",real
24115,"If your looking for the best Rodizo in the area then this is the place to be.  Part of having an excellent Rodizo is have a good volume of people eating  it so the meat stays fresh.  As other reviewer stated, this is a steakhouse so eat meat when you go. The only advise i would give the newbies is do not let the cutter double cut the same side of the meat.  After they cut once they should go back and re-salt and grill.  This is what give it it's flavor. The service is top notch.  The only issue i have is that the bathroom in is the basement.  Kind of tricky if you had to much Sangria.  Don't get me wrong it's a clean bathroom.  Speaking on that note.  A friend that works for PSE&G stated that Fernandes has one of the cleanest kitchens.  Just off that note, they will always have my business.",real
9062,"YUM!!!!!!! The lovely BF suggested Pig and Khao on an ordinary Saturday evening, and I am SO glad he did. I was a little hesitant at first since I'm not a huge pork eater (all puns aside, the menu is very pork/beef heavy), but agreed since I've heard nothing but good things about P/K. The restaurant is small, but has a warm, clean and intimate feel. We were seated in the back garden patio, which was so perfect with the cute lights and artwork! I immediately noticed the keg - $15 for bottomless PBR is not a bad deal in NYC. We ordered the Genesee cream ale, the pork adobo, the cod in a banana leaf and the chicken curry with rice noodles. The pork adobo was pretty good - I love that it was served with a poached egg (my ultimate weakness). The cod was delicious as well, although a tad salty for my preference. IMO, the star of the show was the chicken curry with noodles. It was more similar to a soup, and almost reminded me of a more flavorful chicken pho. It was DELICIOUS!!! The Filipino and Burmese fusion spin definitely kicked the flavors up a notch. All in all, P and K is a great restaurant - loved the vibes and the food. The service was wonderful as well. Next time I hope to try the ube ice cream! :)",real
27875,"We arrived around 6:30 PM and had no trouble getting a table.   The later it got, it got loud.  Not the place you would go for date night.  And if you want great food, knowledgable, pleasant, friendly wait staff, this is the place for you.  Nice size menu with plenty of variety and it all looked delicious.   The chicken was amazing as was steak.  I will definitely go back.",real
735,"As a group of nine on a Friday night, my friends and I were looking for a place to eat. Luckily we passed by the restaurant and saw a big table available. We were seated quickly. We ordered 8 dishes and a pitcher of sangria. I can't remember the name of the dishes but the escargot, chicken & potato, and the salmon croquette? were excellent. The mussels, seafood salad, side of potatoes, and crab crepes were okay too. This place lets you choose the size of each dish. We ordered mostly the ""larger"" size since we were a big group. Each of us paid about $17 - totally affordable. The only thing I didn't like was the cold bread but the sauce from the food made great dipping sauces!",real
3963,"This slightly run-down Puerto Rican luncheonette draw in more Puerto Rican locals than East Village hipsters, which can be a refreshing change. On a slow weeknight, you might be the only actually paying customer. A grandmother is sitting in the next table shelling beans and watching telenovelas, a group of old men are flirting with the waitress, someone comes in to pick up her kids who are coloring at the front table. The food is fantastic and the bill will make you wonder if you're in Puerto Rico, not Manhattan. Generous portions means that an order of their fabulous roasted chicken or pork, with rice and beans, and fried plantains is enough to feed two. A word of warning: If you don't finish your plate, or if you don't know your way around PR food, there's a chance you'll get the evil eye from the waitress. Being the recipient of the evil eye enough times where they actually recognize me now, I can tell you that it's definitely not a good thing. At this point, I'm actually kind of scared to go back (thus the three stars). If you go, I hope you either have a  larger appetite or a steelier nerves.",real
18005,"There are no words to describe this place. Only pleasurable moans and groans and happy faces all around. Looking at all the different breakfast platters being served throughout this itty bitty intimate diner and there was not one unsatisfied customer in sight. Sure, the wait was horrendous and fellow patrons gave the look of death each time someone held the door opened letting in all the nippiness of NY, but after one bite of their pancakes or eggs benedict, all was forgiven and forgotten. Fitting only 40 diners at most, the waiting area was a tight squeeze, so get comfortable with your neighbors or go down the street for a cup of Joe until your table's ready. We were lucky enough to sample a taste of their pancakes at the hostess counter, and though the pancakes themselves were nothing to write home about, the maple syrup was all sorts of ooey gooey goodness. Intaking enough sugar for the morning, we sadly steered away from ordering the pancakes and went with the Country Breakfast and Eggs Benedict instead. Let these next 3 words go down in the history books: BEST BREAKFAST EVER! Not because of the 3 eggs over medium, or the slice of honey glazed ham, or the ridiculously delicious chunks of potatoes. It was the biscuit. Oh my damn. That biscuit was something else. A crisp, flaky crust that crunched with each bite followed by a soft, buttery dough inside. Add a dollop of their homemade strawberry preserve on top of a smudge of butter and be prepared to drop your panties. I couldn't get enough of the hollandiase sauce from the eggs benedict. If my table manners were not in tact, I probably would have licked the plate clean. Poached eggs so perfectly cooked with the yolk oozing out to every corner after just a small incision - there's no prettier sight. Oh...my...damn. I need to visit New York more often.",real
33267,Not the cleanest of restaurants. Food is fair to poor. Service is passable. Bathrooms were dirty.  Dark.,real
36987,Two words... Pancake adventure. Ten silver dollar pancakes made into 5 stuffed sandwiches. Stuffed with fruit filling and add whipped cream on top. Coffee is excellent! Not 5 stars simply because this is all I have had. First timer but I will go back.,real
36142,"Love Shalimar.  The Sunday brunch buffet is a must, fantastic deal... and I love to be surprised by new dishes that are not my stand-bys.  The owners are wonderful.",fake
33540,"Sahara Grill is very delicious and the food is of great quality. The prices are fair, as well as the portions. I recommend you come when you want a great meal.",real
5175,"To be honest the food is good. I recommend ordering something that has to be cooked exactly when you order it, like a ""chimi"" because it's going to be freshly made for you. If you order something from the buffet there might be a chance that it's been sitting there for a while. They're usually pretty good with how often they bring out new food for the buffet but me personally I like my food fresh from the oven hot. Other than that It's a great place to hang out. They have a few flat screens so you can watch whatever games are on and there is always music playing. Also the waitresses/barmaids are pretty friendly. (For the fellas reading this, all the waitresses are usually attractive, especially on the weekends when it's usually packed.) Now if you want to have a good time and dance I recommend going there on Friday-Sunday night because it's really live in there. The women are pretty and the drinks are really affordable, and the music is great. The lounge section is a little tight sometimes because it's small and it can get full pretty quick. The music is great and there is always a live band paying, bachata, salsa and merengue. Everyone is pretty cool and there are never any fights or anything crazy like that By the way, if somebody is performing there, like Antony Santos or something, don't even go. It's going to be so packed that your going to feel like a sardine in a can.",fake
28491,"***ICE SCREAM*** Well if its good enough for Tony Soprano then it can't be all bad There treats are home made and definitely hits ones chocolate ice cream sundae needs... Personally i think the HOT FUDGE and CARAMEL toppings on a large scope of vanilla ice cream is the best. Though i am not big sweet tooth guy.. once i got my licenses my mother used to make me do weekly stops to get her ice cream and dark chocolate with almond fixes. So she probably would give it 6 stars. Though it doesn't stop with the ice cream they are known for there burgers and onion rings, and all are decent but be sure to save room for desert otherwise you made a big mistake. And i agree with roderick i didn't get the end of sopranos either wtf was up with that... i think it was supposed to have some deep meaning that im just too dense to understand. Or maybe it just sucked i dunno i stopped watching Soprano awhile ago. But i did go to the house which they lived in.. (actually it larger and a whole half they don't shot in the show)",real
42718,"Max Brenner: Chocolate By The Bald Man 1500 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA - (215) 344-8150 | maxbrenner.com M-TH: 11:30-11pm F: 11:30-1am Sat: 10am-1am Sun: 9am-11pm With chocolate bars in Paramus, NJ and Bethesda, MD and Chocolate Bar/Restaurants in Boston, New York, and Philadelphia, Max Brenner sets itself apart from other restaurants by the obsession with chocolate.  Even the air around the restaurant premises smells like chocolate.  Spend a few hours in the restaurant enjoying food and drinks and your clothes will smell of chocolate.  This is truly the chocolate lover's paradise. Also with late hours on the weekends it's the perfect way to start or finish an evening out with friends. DRINKS Our Classic Chocolate Martini* 12.95 ...shaken not stirred! milk & white chocolate, absolut vanilla, crème de cacao, garnished with a chocolate-dipped strawberry. Very tasty.  Interesting presentation in that it is served in a class with crushed ice in the glass below to cool the drink without diluting it.  I will say it is awkward to drink when full and the cause of some avoidable spills had the drink been served in a standard martini glass. Boozy Peach Lemonade 12.50 absolut vodka, fresh lemon juice, peach nectar, served in a tall glass. Very tasty. Could barely taste the booze, and would venture to say this drink could be dangerous in the wrong hands. FOOD Prosciutto & Apple Waffle Sandwich 14.95 prosciutto, gruyere cheese, sliced apples, lemon aioli.Cold Sandwiches on Max's house made rosemary-infused waffle.  Served with fresh cucumber and tomato salad.  Very tasty. Not so much on presentation here, but for fifteen bucks, was not a bad sandwich. Would definitely return. The Best B.A.L.T. 14.50 crispy bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato & cilantro-avocado mayo. Served with waffle fries dusted with chili and cocoa powder. Add bacon, mushrooms, avocado or cheese for $1 each. Again, very good.  Presentation significantly better than the Prosciutto & Apple Waffle Sandwich. Of Note: Spices line the walls to spice up the decor. The napkins.  Pretty nifty with text on them. The restaurant also features a chocolate shop where various merchandise and goodies are available for home consumption.",real
21533,It was very nice of Brian from Kobeyaki to offer me another chance to try an entree/side/drink for free as an apology for the mix-up so this time around I ordered a shrimp udon with veggies bowl and sweet potato fries. I didn't particularly like the teriyaki bowl much because it was too sweet for my taste but the four stars are for the sweet potato fries alone. I couldn't stop eating them! They were seriously addicting and are really at the top of yummiest sweet potato fries I've ever had.,real
31154,"This place has dumbed it self way down from the old days and now cooks for  a ""white"" clientele. Nothing in our out take-out order had a scintilla of spice (heat) including the vindaloo (which I had specifically requested EXTRA spicy). Every dish was totally bland - could feed it to the cat. The nan must have been warmed in a microwave - no signs of a clay oven, NO butter (I requested extra, ha!), limp and tepid- gross. The chapati was damp. Threw it out. Looking for spice, I turned to the onion chutney - bland. Never, never again. India Palace's menu is more limited, but the food id excellent (make sure to have the lamb undercooked so it get's to your table still juicy).",real
3513,"Nice cozy little spot in the middle of Bloomfield... passed it a million times but it was worth it. If you went to Bloomfield high, you are guaranteed to run into someone here..",real
10346,"Not as good as it use to be. When Kevin ran the kitchen the place had some of the best food in the city with a great crowd of people. They still have good late night bar food here and fabulous home made ice cream, but the sit down meals are not worth the price in my opinion. I strongly support the  liberal causes the management stands for and Judy Wicks is a poineer entrepenuer in West Philly who opened up the White Dog when Sansom Street was nothing more than few lonely row house across an empty open field from Penn.",real
47167,"Do not be fooled, this is the best bowl of pho in NYC. Also, the Kalbi beef short ribs are amazing. Very good food, attentive service, nice decor, and very reasonably priced. You'd need to go over 50 blocks to find anything even close for Vietnamese food (non-sandwich).",real
36055,"If you like being put on hold over and over again check out this sub-par pizza and anything goes spot in the Fairmount neighborhood. The saving grace is this is one of the few places in the area that you can get reasonable pizza by the slice, but tread lightly through the rest of the menu. Faster/better service and remarkably better food up the street at Luigi's.",real
15614,"Great Pizzeria i've ever had!! forget about your regular ""cheesy"" pizzas you eat at the italian restaurants. this is the BEST you will ever have. they have 47 different types of toppings. the ""Calabresa"" which is brasilian sausage is great. the ""Portuguesa"" has 6 different toppings is to die for... ham,onions,eggs,tomatoes,green peppers & green olives. my personal favorite is ""Toscana"" . it has Brasilian sausage, onions,garlic,olives & oregano",real
28135,"I've only had brunch here but DAMN it was good and super reasonably priced.  And by the time we arrived it was late, crowded and the staff more than a bit harried.  No matter, they kept their cool, the food was delish and overall it was a great experience.  I did notice the main room was insanely packed and really loud. I was glad we were seated outside. My one complaint: there was one bathroom, am I remembering this correctly? It seemed to be rather large, and perhaps could have maybe been split into two smaller bathrooms?? but y'know, hey, I'll just wait in line and chat up the other patrons and try not to get run over by the bus/wait staff running in/out of the kitchen. anyways...Can't wait to try dinner!  I'll opt for a weeknight so as to avoid the din of the crowd.",real
16701,When to get here: Luckily I got here around 8:40 (it opens at 9) because the line was already quite long. Within a matter of minutes 50 people were waiting to get in here for breakfast. How crazy!! But I got in on the first round and because she sat me at the bar I was able to order right away (like before anyone else in the restaurant) so the food came out relatively quickly. -Maine Blueberry Pancakes with Maple Butter: alone without the butter they are already very good! Crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside. The maple butter is uhmazing! It's got a real zing to it that's both sweet and tart and it just mixes so well with the tart blueberries within the pancakes. I can't say though that these were the best pancakes I've ever had. -Sugar Cured Bacon: very sugary and thickly cut. It's certainly an interesting contrast. FINAL VERDICT: I don't think I'd wait more than 5 minutes for a breakfast here.  Enjoyable but not amazing.,real
12445,I always get the Jelea and the red sangria (best in the city in my opinion). Only drawback is that this place can get very loud.,real
12792,i love this food.  i had the matador combo.  it was enough for 2 ppl.  i just think the chicken was a lil dry. GOOD atmosphere and good for big parties.,real
10387,After being a loyal customer for years they took a dive on me.... We had gone down with dinner at the waterfront the other night. I was excited to find out that the creeme stand was also open for the season! But the customer service here took a dive on us. For starters we ordered 2 small creemes on a cone. The sign said $2.50 before taxes. However they charged me $7.18. After doing the math I pointed it out after we had paid and the girl at the stand said "Taxes"...Yet taxes in Burlington are 9 - 10 percent...Go figure? After a few moments of thinking about it I went back up to let their manager know. After doing this I pretty much left after being told that I was wrong nicely. Not sure what math class they take... I didn't want a refund I was just letting him know as a paying customer and I got the feeling he could care less. There for customer service is a major issue. Don't get me wrong their creeme's are great! But with bad customer service I will find my creeme else where. Stay clear of this place. Even though I was only charged over a dollar more what its worth its more about the principle! Bad managers/staff can make or break a location for me. So much for loyalty meaning anything these days.,real
32075,"Growing up right across the GWB in NJ, Korean food and culture was everywhere. Nothing in CT beats these authentic places but this place is still very good. The pork neck is our favorite BBQ meat, but all are solid. They are grilled at your table. The banchan sides - you get about 12 to 16 - are good but nothing amazing or authentic or as varied like the places back home. The spicy soups are also good. The portions are decent but somewhat over priced. Compared to NJ, the service is an upgrade. Have gone again and will continue to go until I find a better place in the area. Still a 4 star meal. Also next to CT Bev Mart which makes the trip worth it to grab some craft brews.",real
37377,"Cramped Italian family restaurant but with very good food and friendly Italian service. We had a reservation and were made to wait 20 minutes which is never a great start. However, was made up in attentive service, good choice of Italian wine by waiter and huge portions, Will go back.",real
48718,"So we came to Spasso for dinner with two friends of ours, and we had a great meal and a great time.  Parking was easy, with the lot right next to the building ($20).  The atmosphere of the place was simply what I would consider 'rustic', from the exposed brick wall on the one side to the deep flavors in the food.  They gave us a booth seat when we asked for it, which was very comfortable, and each with a view of the entire room. We shared a caprese salad and warm white bean and shrimp appetizers, both of which were very, very good.  We all enjoyed our meals, which were beef tenderloin (x2), shrimp arrabiata, and shrimp primavera.  The sauces were so good that we used them as dipping sauce for the bread that remained. The dessert menu was a good one with a variety of Italian choices.  I had the profiterole, the first I've ever had, and enjoyed it a lot.  It was fantastic, and the cappucino I had with it was also very good. It was an overall great experience.  As my friend said, ""Not a home run, but a very good restaurant"".  I thought it was very good food, especially considering it's affordability (entrees from $13 - ~$28).  I would definitely go back.",real
25338,"A decent enough pub. Decent enough to provide a $3 bud special (yay...) for the world cup. I had the eggplant parm here and for $10 it was alright, pretty tasty but not much bang for the buck. Watching the game here is... muted. Everyone sits and the seating is limited due to the structure of the bar. There's only a projector on and it's on the main wall facing the entrance. Terrorists and Communists are abound here. When the US scored the 2nd goal to win the game, people got up and cheered but no one committed to the USA chant with me. Sour.",real
17189,"Every time I visit NYC everyone always tells me I have to, have to, have Sunday brunch here. And every time I intend on eating here the long line outside changes my mind. About a 2 hour wait for a table. So I finally went there on a Tuesday morning, I still had to wait a good 45 minutes in order to be seated. This is is very small, so small that it gives the word cozy a new meaning. There's really to decor. Just a plain seating arrangement. As starving as I was I ordered the french toast and my friend had the pancakes. I kind of was disappointed with the french toast. I felt that given the hype it should've been much more then what it was. The coffee was average. The service however was very very poor. The servers looked like she didn't want to be there but she had bills to pay so she was stuck there. Overall given the hype of this place I was truly disappointed. I really don't know what all the hype is about.",real
433,"A breath of fresh air aming all the overpriced tapas places in the city. Nai is what a real tapas bar should be. Good assortment of tasty small plates, laid back atmosphere and friendly waiters. The food and ambiance reminded me of the tapas bars in Spain. It's not refined or anything, but simple, flavorful and artery clogging. Great place to meet friends and shoot the breeze. Recommend the chorizo rojo, gambas ajillo, manchego & jamon, setas and last but not least a giant pitcher of sangria.",real
18137,"Hurry Hurry Hurry!!! Those who haven't been here, I assure you that this is a MUST GO in NY.   Clinton St. has revolutionized the traditional breakfast item, PANCAKES!  b.e.s.t  p.a.n.c.a.k.e.s. everrrr!  Before stepping into this place, peers around me have told me their escapades on how long they've waited for pancakes... and I wondered is it really worth a 3 hour wait? I didn't have to wait 3 hours since Cindy C. and I went on a weekday late afternoon but I think the pancakes are well worth it for the 3 hour wait after trying it.  Eating the blueberry pancake was like floating on fluffy clouds.  The pancakes itself was fluffy, airy, moist, melt in your mouth sensation.  The blueberry concoction oozed well with the fluffiness of the pancakes.  Maple syrup, I've never tasted this sort of syrup in my life, buttery-vanilla-syrup yummm! The interior is cute, giving a throw back to the sweet barn theme.  The place is clean and the waitresses were courteous and attentive.  I ended up ordering the biscuit sandwich as well.  The biscuit itself was good but the inside egg, cheese, and tomato jam was alright.  The sandwich came with potato hash- which seemed to me like fried mashed potato.  When I go back (and I will definitely go back), I'll just stick with the pancakes. Thank you Cindy C for introducing me to my new found crush!",real
9080,"Bestie lives around this joint, we came one night for dinner. Small little place, big on flavors! Wow! Jo immediately tells us what to order since shes been here before. I was too carried away by the food that I did not take a second to check out the decor. 1. Sizzling Sisig, one of their top sellers, lives it up to its name! Dish came to our table still sizzling, sunny egg on top was still trying to cook. Fatty succulent pork in the chili type sauce, with the yolk dripping down, was unbelievable. 2. Baby Back Ribs, cooked till almost falling off the bone. It's got a nice chew to it, don't think it would taste as great if they cooked it even longer. They use their own blend of special bbq sauce, off the hook! Asian slaw had a tangy dressing. 3. Khao Soi, you can taste the coconut, never had better red curry! Egg noodles cooked perfectly, chicken was tender. Even after we killed the noodles we ordered a bowl of their coconut rice to finish off the curry sauce. 4. Pumpkin Barrel, waitress recommended us this  after I mentioned I'm more of a beer person. And I gotta say it was good, malty, barely and pumpkin is very settled. Never tried or even heard of this one before. Checkout their drink menu, they have an assortment of Asian beers as well as cocktails. I know surely the next time I'm here, I'm ordering everything!",real
17372,"The three orders of buttermilk chicken our table had.  All over-fried, tough, parched, and dry.  Did we really pay $19 for each old bird?  Sadly, yes.  Worst fried chicken ever, compounded 3x.  Faith in fried chicken a bit shaken;  heading to Red Rooster / BonChon stat.  Should you order it, ask for it to be less dry. Rating: 0 stars Thankfully the braised short ribs and the japanese pumpkin pancake with the maple syrup were edible.  Short ribs tender and moist, with meat falling off the chunk.  Pancakes delightfully fluffy, and amazing thick maple syrup. Rating: 4 stars",real
42864,"Great place if you are a chocolate lover. Not exactly sure what I had but it included a warm chocolate cake with hot chocolate sauce to pour over it. It also came with chocolate ice cream and a milk shake in a shot glass. It was all really really good. My only issue was that the portion was small for the price. There seems to be so much goodness on the menu that if I'm every back in town, I would go back.",real
19979,"Okay so I know I wrote a review about Steve's Prince of Steaks being my absolute favorite cheesesteak in Philly but then I went into Sonny's ordered the classic fried onion, whiz from the nicest lady every and BAM my mind has changed. The steak was moist oh so damn moist and the fried onions caramelized and tender, so sweet and the cheese whiz so gooey and ooeey and cheesy and when you put all that on the perfect bread goddamn its that moment in your life where you're like I could die happy. I would tell you about the overall look of this place but I really can't remember a damn thing but that delicious cheesesteak I devoured! Get here QUICK! I love that they're so friendly and you don't have to put up with the Geno's and Pat's BS, you don't have to be a professional to order your cheesesteaks here, you can be a newbie and it'll be equally as pleasant. Love this place!",real
20737,"Went here on a Monday evening for a quick dinner before seeing a movie.  I was pleasantly surprised to find out that Mondays are Meatball Mondays!  In addition to the regular menu they have a number of meatball specialties that are outstanding.  We had the chicken meatball appetizer and then I had the spaghetti with veal meatballs. I highly recommend this restaurant, especially on Mondays.",real
26360,I think this is another victim of being over rated. The service was good but my food was cold and the coffee was eh. I realized they had several locations when we sat down. A fact my husband kept from me. Maybe they're not as focused in the details?,real
10088,"Came here with a few friends for University Dining Days and it was absolutely delicious! I ordered the mushroom soup, steak, and blueberry crisp. I also opted for the wine/beer pairing, which was an extra $15 but totally worth it. Everything was seasoned perfectly and had really nice flavor. I assumed they would cut back for the prix fixe menu, but the portions were surprisingly large. I hear brunch is also pretty good here, so I will be sure to come back!",real
10904,The worst pizza I have EVER had. It ruined a lovely afternoon stroll through Princeton. Too bad that my friend who had just returned to NJ after being overseas for 3 years was subjected to an awful pepperoni slice. My Sicilian slice was no better. What happened since they moved to the new location .... did they leave the recipes and good dough behind?,fake
25962,"if you know what to order, you'll have a great time. The staff is excellent and attentive. The back seating area is nice for a get-together with drinks and games. This establishment is worth the time and money, and their food is good.",real
9732,great goulash and service. A variety of desserts make this an ideal stop.,real
44795,"Great service, good atmosphere/ambiance. Formal, yet comfortable. Went there with a group, out of 5 diff main courses ordered, only thing I recommend is sea bass. Rest was just ok. Although Bruschetta is not the traditional tomato with bread, their take on it was good as well. Over the course of dinner, we had three wine bottles which we were misled into ordering by being told they are of same price range -which we found was untrue up on receiving the check. In order to get those two extra stars from me, this place needs to have live music, more appealing menu, and staff knowledgeable of their wine list prices. Over all, good experience. Unfortunately not one of those places which makes me want to have to return.....",real
13648,"Cheesy decor,paper plates, lots of hot sauce, loud & overcrowded.  Love it!!  I had the strange combination of crab cakes with a side of the creamiest, artery hardening grits, absolutely delicious!!   Leave room for the bread pudding, it is to die for!!",real
29094,"Very casual and variety of wines, but too many servers made feel a bit uncomfortable. Sigh.",real
10881,"Black n brew is one of my favorite coffee and breakfast spots. I used to stop on a weekly basis but my schedule doesn't allow for it anymore. The two owners are super nice women who are very appreciative for the business. They use metropolitan bakery bread(my favorite in the city) and la columbe coffee(some of my favorite coffee in the city). Honestly, that would be enough for me. Throw in free wi-fi, free refills on your coffee, and awesome food(try the black n brew cakes. They are almost like a Swedish pancake served with a yummy butterscotch sauce). Oh they are also very kid and doggie friendly.",real
41368,"This place is amazing. It gets five stars even though the service is kind of slow, because it is worth it. MINI BURGERS!!! Get them! It is cheap too and really cute even if it is totally out of the way on Avenue C. Who goes there? Not me. It is worth it though; I can't reiterate enough how awesome this place is.",real
8161,"We had a simple lunch but it was outstanding for the ultra fresh ingredients.  We tried a simple ""Greek"" salad of feta, tomatoes, cucumber, onions.  What made it special is each ingredient was superior.  The tomatoes tasted like real tomatoes, not pink cardboard.  The scallop appetizer showed equal care.  Each scallop had an appealing caramelized crust but retained moistness throughout.  The predominant flavor I'd describe as ""the sea.""  The kitchen is putting thought and care into simple food.",real
45683,"I went to Cookshop with a friend for brunch on a Saturday.  We had a reservation and still had to wait as they were slammed, however it was well worth the wait! I had a bloody mary - made with flavored salts - that was delicious. Then had Huevos Rancheros.  It was very different, as it was baked like a casserole and had pickled red onions and jalepenos.  It was really filling (read a bit heavy) but def worth it.  I will be back!",real
39908,"I ordered delivery, and delivered promptly despite having trouble finding my apartment.  The chicken stew with rice and roast port shoulder with fried plantains were very tasty, well seasoned, and decadent.  I didn't love the black beans, but next time I'll try the other kind instead.  This is my favorite delivery place for my house so far.",real
11226,"Wow.  That is really all I can say. Escargot done so unique and yet so fantastic.  Sitting in a reduction sauce mixed with bacon, sweet potatoes & mushrooms, plus a sopping piece of bread stuck at the bottom.... Just unreal. Duck breast cooked near perfect, sitting in an orange sauce, served w/ fresh brussels.  Excellent meal, nothing heavy, all fresh & fantastic. Sweet & Spicy catfish, perfectly blackened, neither side of spice overpowered the other, loved it. Great drink selection to boot... It will not be long before my next visit.  I've heard the fried chicken is more than worth it.",real
25457,"Not so good experience for us. No coffee, no juice. The menu was not actualized. The place is beautiful. Hope you have a better experience than me.",real
21059,"I was told for months by friends and neighbors that Uva was worth a try. Usually I totally crumble under peer pressure and, like the leming that I sometimes am, go and try what everyone else deems ""INCREDIBLE"". I held off for a while on Uva because, well, I don't really have a good reason. It's sort of far from my apartment (right around 15 blocks away. Yeah, I'm pretty lazy) and, and... I am out of reasons. I finally, finally made it (why am I almost always the last one to try everything? I guess I took the slow bus) at the suggestion of my friend Joanna, who had only been once before and was pretty amped about it. I was really tired that night, and wanted to see Jo, but didn't want to trek home, change, then go back out and conquer aforementioned 15 blocks all the way to Uva for what? Some pasta and cheese? So I went. We were seated immediately, even though the place was packed. Little tables everywhere, and every seat taken. I guess not all seats though because the hostess sat us at a two top (see what I did there? Restaurant lingo. Yeah, I know things) and we immediately ordered some white wine and the bruschetta with sundried tomatoes, pesto and pine nuts to start. Of course we started chugging our wine in the classiest of ways and chatting non-stop. Catching up with an old friend is always fun...but I digress. The appetizer showed up and I started eating while she was still talking because I'm super fun to dine with. After one bite I was pretty jazzed about how tasty it was and I literally stopped her from talking and told her to try this out. She did. She stopped mid sentence and tried it. And she loved it. And then we sat there in silence enjoying the world's best bruschetta. I am a little pissed that there were only four pieces on the plate. That means I only got two (one of my many talents is math) and thus I was a little angry that there wasn't more. I didn't complain though, because I was once again gossiping and chatting with Jo. When the entrées arrived, I was hungry and excited. The wine and bruschetta has been delicious. I knew the pasta would be at least good in the most minimal sense. It was really fantastic. I had the gnocchi with black truffles and parmesean. I liked it. Obviously a lot. It was definitely creamier than I had anticipated, but I'm no chef, so what do I know? Jo got the whole wheat bow-tie pasta (yeah, I'm such a foodie) with cheese and sundried tomatoes. I tried hers, and yes, by just sticking my fork right into her dish without asking. It's totally fine though because there is no time for niceties when delicious pasta is at stake. Her's was really good too. I highly approve. I went home and raved about it to my boyfriend. Told him we had to go. He had to go. Everyone had to go. Oh crud, I guess it's come full circle.",real
15199,"A few friends and I ate dinner here the other night and had a horrible experience. First, I was about 10 minutes late and they wouldn't sit the remainder of our party, even though we were going to sit in a booth/bench style table and one member was 6 months pregnant. They made them stand literally next to the table until I arrived, when we were then ""allowed"" to sit down. If this is restaurant policy, the host can still use their brain when enforcing rules. Secondly, the food was only average and over-priced. We had two orders of kale salad (very salty), shrimp salad (shrimp was completely raw inside), and two fish entrees, one being a special, which were both ok. The two white wines I had were both cheap tasting and sweet (and I ordered the dry options). Lastly, the service was terrible. One server was completely robotic, whereas the other server forgot our sides and then actually argued with us when we asked about them, saying that we ordered them with the robot waitress. Only when he flipped back through his pad and saw that he had written down the sides did he relent. DO NOT GO HERE!! I literally do not have one good thing to say about this restaurant, and with other great farm fresh type cuisine, this one is definitely not worth the cost.",real
40437,Love this place! great food & music & service.... Its such a cute spot...small & quaint.  The drinks are yummy as well - perfect lil date spot or get together with a small group of friends.,real
23891,"This place is by far the best Brazilian restaurant in the East Coast; I'd say it is even better than Fogo de Chao of Atlanta, Philly, and Miami, not to mention the old Porcao. I had been to Fernandes probably 50 times before I moved to Atlanta and each experience had been great. The number of  choices for meat, drinks, and dessert is great. Food and service quality is top notch. Highly recommended.",fake
46268,"I went here for dinner on a Thursday night with a group of 5.  My friend and I came in through the back entrance so I was able to see the beautiful outdoor seating area.  It looked very nice, but we opted to be seated indoors due to the heat.  The indoor ambiance was also very nice.  However, we soon realized that the inside was just as hot as outside....They had the large windows open, but no AC.   We had a 7:30 res and were seated promptly.  They were not busy.  The staff was very nice and attentative.  Service was wonderful. As for the food, I really don't have all that much to say about it.  It was good, not the best meal I had ever had.  And they really didnt give me anything to remember..you know, to make me want to come back. To start we had a ""Hot and Cold Combination""...it was ""hot and cold"": hummus - it was ok white beans - good falafel - eh Zucchini pancakes - good feta cheese roll pasrty - delicious We also ordered a salad which never made it to the table.  We didnt bring it up to them, and they didnt charge us for it..oh well. For dinner there was (what I had tried): lamb gyro - meat was ok...overall bland dish chicken kebab with yogurt - good For dessert we tried to order baklava...they were out :( In a nutshell - great service and ambiance, food is just ok.",real
5611,Loved it. Yuka frites were a great twist on French fries. Atmosphere is small and cozy and friendly. Great selection of drinks and some really nice authentic Cuban dishes. We will be back!,real
29669,"I didn't know this place was exclusive and hard to get into until I read the reviews here. I just knew my friend suggested it and made reservations for us. We each had the tasting menu plus ordered some extras off the menu and washed it down w/ a couple bottles of sake. The standouts were the head cheese, Katz' sausage platter (chorizo, salami and duck breast), the short rib sashimi, the salad w/ anchovy cream cheese dressing, and the mushroom croquette w/ sea urchin. I could've made a meal out of the short rib sashimi by itself it was so good. This place is definitely worth another visit to try the cod, sashimi and more of the short rib sashimi. As for the setting, it was very comfortable and we were able to just relax, lounge around and catch up in an unhurried way.",real
20385,You can't go wrong with a dish. i've tried almost everything and I can't pick my favorite.,real
37472,"finally was able to snag a table on a saturday night.  this is my favorite restaurant even though i'd never been and it lived up to it.   had the artichoke app and should have had the mussels.  although they were long stemmed, they were still lacking the flavor i was hoping for.   i had the lasagna and my friend had the branzino.  the lasagna was thin strips backed sideways with flavorful, moist muzzi.  i had the meat sauce and unfortunately it was more meat or all meat and no sauce.  so be sure to ask for a little marinara. had a bottle of cab after requesting dark and heavy and unfortunately it was far from it.  the waiter was generally bored and has done the routine too often. it's not romantic here, no candle lights, no music, but solid food overall.",real
10489,"This is a lovely gem of a place and I am so glad I discovered it! The food is just as good or better than the indian places I usually frequent in the Village, and it is close enough I can get takeout to my house. And 30.00 filled my boyfriend and I so full of food we could barely walk out the door. Everything was super delicious, nothing too oily, no weird textures, and the vegetable garnishes were fresh and delightful. It's the small things in life.",fake
43275,"My friend and I shared the Ice Cream Sandwich with the Chocolate Chunk Cookie, Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream, and Marshmallow Fluff.  It was really good but only 4 stars for the service.  That was the only thing we got so I think the waiter ignored us the rest of the time we were there because he knew he wasn't going to make any more money off of us.  We were trying to stare him down so we could ask for more water but it took a while. Here's a little more detailed review: nadsbakery.com/2010/05/d…",real
46977,I was walking on 9th ave and decided to check out Obao. I'm glad I did. The vegetable dumplings and Tom Yum seafood soup was nearly perfect. The seafood pad ped was fantastic and spiced just right. The only problem I had was getting my check. I recommend checking out this gem on 9th ave.,real
14336,Time to change up your specials board. Predictable for the last few years now.,fake
37617,"If you have any interest in catching a glimpse of what Robert DeNiro might look like in twenty years or if you simply like hearty, old-world Italian cooking, you should definitely check this place out.  The owner Renato may be reason alone to pop in.  His thick accent and schizophrenic demeanor (gruff one day/gregarious the next), always make it an interesting dining experience.   And the food is fantastic.  If you're a pasta lover, try the Penne Vodka or the Spinach Lasagna.  And be sure to top it off with some Tiramisu, some of the best in town.",real
18320,"I just don't really understand.  the food was fine, but it wasn't spectacular in this most spectacular of brunches city.  why is the line so long?  why is the service so slow?",real
5564,Surprisingly great.  Reasonably priced.,fake
34929,"I had a very nice meal here. Started with some tasty cocktails - I really recommend the cucumbertini (with cilantro!).  The veal cheeks were surprisingly good. And as others have said, the flatbread with honey was far better than I had anticipated! And the ahi...oh the ahi... Service was a bit slow, but we weren't in a rush.  Prices were a bit higher than expected for the stuff we ordered, but not outrageously so.   Leave it that I'll try to make it back.",fake
36914,"Ordinary was OUT OF THE ORDINARY!!! My friends and I had such a great time! Old fashion cocktails were spot on traditional and their original cocktails were delightful! Vittles were also nice...i had a dessert. Sorry for being so hazy but as it goes with alcohol, memories often are altered with each libation.",real
49421,"I went to Pho 501 with my mom one Saturday around 1:30ish.  I had trouble parking because the place was packed and the giant snow banks did not help the situation!       Now, you must know that I have never had pho.  My mom, however, is a fan.  They only had the one thing on the menu, beef noodle soup-you can add shrimp if you want, so two things then?  You can get it in sm, med, or lg.  Saturdays they are supposed to have also the spicy beef noodle soup but they ran out that day.  But really, I was fine with that, 'cause I was only going to eat one thing anyway.  This made my choice easier.  So I ordered a sm beef and shrimp.  Customize your bowl with the condiments they provide: fresh basil, bean sprouts, lime, chili, sriracha sauce.  You got yourself a pretty nice bowl of noodles with a refreshing broth.         The young man who took our order was very friendly, as was the older man at the counter.  My mom tells me that as far as pho goes theirs is quite good!",real
17529,"I decided to take a class next door at the dessert truck store and right before I stepped into the 2 hour long class, I walked over to the restaurant and put my name down. 2 fun hours of macaron making passed in a flash and the next thing I knew I was sitting down in Clinton street. Yayyyy. Ordered the pancakes since everyone would be in shock if I didn't and my bf ordered the fried chicken sandwich (which I said they should have after not seeing it on their online brunch menu - so maybe they just read my mind!) The fried chicken sandwich was awesome. The pancakes were really good but for me, eating so much of it got a little tiring but I didn't grow up in a family that regularly ate pancakes so it might just be me. We also got a side of bacon which just tasted like normal bacon - thought it was going to be the thick cut bacon. One star off for the really slow waitress which we had to flag down several times to get our check.",real
10759,"i love this place..i have been going for a couple years now...great coffee, vibrant atmosphere, hit-the-spot food and great customer service...which is RARE these days...the menu has a lot to offer and the food comes out fast!",fake
2103,"I have been a loyal Geno's guy my whole life, but I have never had his competitor's product until yesterday. Yesterday I had a half of each a Geno's & a Pat's cheese steak, and split it with my brother. We ordered a Wiz without at both places. Geno's is not chopped and had more fat on it. It was also not as meaty! It was also kind of blah!  Price of a Geno's Wiz Without $9.00 Pat's was chopped up and I could taste the flavor! The rolls and the whiz were both a wash, both tasting just as good. Pat's Wiz without cost $9.50, I  guess the 50 cents was worth the flavor, when in the area the next time I am gonna go to Pat's King of Steak's to try a whole Wiz with and then I will make my final decision, but after yesterday I must say my loyalty is leaning towards Pat's. I must add that John's Roast Pork makes a far superior cheese steak, and that you should try theirs instead. Both Pat's & Geno's are riding on their reputation and is really just a big tourist trap. Seating is outside so make sure to dress accordingly, and to bring cash cause neither of the establishments accept plastic.  Also you order your sandwich at one window and drinks and fries at the other. I will give Geno's 3 stars and Pat's a 4! As do most yelpers.",real
15837,"I had a lovely and affordable dinner at the Tavern. I had the chicken sandwich, fries, and a side of sauteed kale and everything was really good, but the kale could've used a bit of oomph...I for one would've loved some garlic!  My sandwich came out warm (not hot) but it was so good I didn't mind.  My friend loved his burger. Definitely get the secret sauce - it's like crack, I was triple-dipping my fries into it! The service could be better - my friend had a hard time getting a second beer, and the waiter never stopped back to check on us until we were done eating...which would've been a shame if we needed, say, ketchup. We dined in the back room, which was pretty cold, and it took some time to get the waiter's attention to turn off the COLD AIR (!!) that was coming in from a vent directly above our heads. But the air was eventually turned down and we were able to enjoy our meal. $42 for two sandwiches, two sides (included) + 1 extra side, and 3 drinks. Can't beat it! The $5 house wine was pretty good too.",real
9771,Charming place.The chilled chocolate milk with vanilla ice cream is a perfect summertime beverage. It's usually served with whipped cream. But I passed on that addition. You have to draw the line somewhere. Then have a slice of their marvelous dark Viennese chocolate cake and mull on the great divide.,real
30614,"yeah, you can tell this place uses the freshest ingredients and it's prepared to bring out the most flavor.  The service can be spotty, but there was a super sweet server there last time I went who gave us both a complimentary salad, even though we hadn't ordered the prix fixe.  props to her!  love the creative assortment of dishes",real
515,"The quality of food has declined since my last visit. The octopus was too soft and mushy. The spanish omelet was overcooked and I couldn't even finish it because it was so dry. The potatoes with aioli was good. The other dishes I had were not memorable. And skip the chocolate cake. The wine-soaked pear was good, but nothing special. Sucks that I have to find a new go-to tapas place with consistent quality.",real
17634,"Best blueberry pancakes I've ever had!!! (& I actually don't even like pancakes...) Maple syrup was delicious, and so was the sugar cured bacon.  I wouldn't recommend the southern french breakfast, but there are a lot of other great brunch options.   I came here on a Friday afternoon at around 1:30 PM & there was still a 1-hr wait.  Don't come during peak weekend brunch hours if you're impatient like I am, or else be prepared to wait ~2 hours!",real
39338,"Yum Cha in NJ?!? After living in New Jersey for 5 years now I finally found a Dim Sum restaurant worthy of being almost but not quite as equal as those found in San Francisco.  The quality of each dumpling (Har Gow, Fan Gor, etc.) are as plump and flavorful as those found in the Bay Area.  The pai guat (cut up pork ribs steamed in blackbean sauce) came out hot and tasty!  A couple servings of this juicy dish with a bowl of rice beats a burger any day!  It's too bad that this restaurant is a good 35 minutes away from Bergen County.  Else, I'd be there every Sunday!  They also serve Cantonese BBQ dishes and hearty char siu wonton mein soups during the week.  Check out this link for pictures of this restaurant:  offthebroiler.wordpress.… If you're ever in New Jersey this is one dim sum house not to miss.",real
13634,"I heard about the Brooklyn Crab when it was first being built but never quite made it there. this is absolutely well worth the trip. We sat indoors on the upper floor - amazing views. The windows are these cool garage-style windows. The whole vibe is awesome. I ordered the fish sandwich - delicious, moist, flakey - and i'm a hard sell on most white fish or breaded fish. My husband loved the chicken sandwich. We both had fun trying the various hotsauces available. We'll definitely try to go again and bring friends! The miniature golf in the back also looked like a lot of fun for kids. ;)",fake
22391,Friendly staff. Great selection. Fairly priced! Good scene. No seating. Delicious fresh food! Two thumbs up!!!,real