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"This restaurant opened a few days ago. We stopped-in for an early evening dinner. (via OpenTable res).\n\nAmbiance: Wow! They transformed a 100+ year old firehouse pumping station into a very cool looking restaurant. This place is spacious, the ceilings are soaring. They have a main dining area plus 2nd floor mezzanine seating. Even though it was loud in the dining room, the acoustics are perfect here...you can actually hear the person you are speaking with. This is a very casual, brasserie setting.\n\nDrinks: Kate had a carafe of Bordeaux , she enjoyed it (reasonably priced). I had the 'Mister Sands' cocktail, it was very good. I switched over to my favorite Blanche De Bruxe beer.\n\nFood: American/French'ish inspired. The emphasis is on small plates, on average 5 to 7 plates should do yah fine. Instead of ordering all-at-once, we decided to course-it-out. A few of the items that we ordered:\n\n-- Oysters Trio: very good\n-- Macaroni Gratin: delicious! \n-- Mussels: very disappointing. They were chewy/overcooked. I didn't like the broth, the leaks were overwhelming for my taste-buds, was not bread-dipping worthy.\n-- Beef Tartar: very good.\n-- Lamb Shoulder: e-x-c-e-l-l-e-n-t, melt-in-your-mouth! My wife generally doesn't like lamb but she tore it up! My taste buds picked-up hints of beef stock reduction of some sort. It was just damn delicious.\n--Crab Salad: delicious, the tarragon gives it that something-something.\n-- Tuna Tarta: very good.\n-- Seasonable vegetable: the mushroom (Maitake?) and lentils were delish'!\n-- La Peg Sundae: no sharing the next time, I want one all to myself.\n\nService: We were seated on the 2nd floor mezzanine (good people watching). Our server (Ntuthu N) was awesome! The perfect mix of attention and space. She was very personable. We never felt rushed. Our water carafe was continuously refreshed.\n\nWe are looking forward to returning. They are currently building an outside plaza/patio seating area plus a beer-garden/outdoor grill, can't wait to check that out.",
"This will be the first review of la peg on yelp, so I am going to be detailed. First, the restaurant and bar are really cool. It is impressive to see. The service was great and they are in week 2. The menu is almost all small plate. If you have a large appetite, you will need to order 5-7 plates. Some are really small. We started with the mushrooms and tuna tartare. The shrooms had no flavor but the tartare was great. For 14 dollars it was a really small amount of tuna, but it was marinated in lime and was tasty. We then ordered macaroni and cheese. It was ok. Then duck pate. Mediocre. Then the marrow bone which was just odd and finally the lamb, which was great. So, two out of five were great and 3 not so great. We ordered the scallops as a final dish. Is 13 bucks a fair number for two medium sized( scallops? They were great, but 3 or 4 scallops of medium size would have been better. It just felt like the plate was barren of food!\n\nThe dessert chocolate moose cake was very good. And the beer selection was strong. I gave it a 3 but they better improve if they want to charge these high prices.",
"Let me start off with a disclaimer. I am a Bistrot La Minette superfan. No really- I named my cat after that restaurant. Chef P. Woolsey and his crew have repeatedly served classic French cuisine and ambiance to satisfy my Francophile disposition.\n\nWhen I saw the news that LP was opening in FringeArts, I wasn't aware that they literally meant the lobby. What they've done with the interior of the previously stark FA building is truly artful, creating a bi-level restaurant with the bar as the main focus. \n\nConflicts of interest aside, my Thursday experience with my girlfriend at LP definitely exhibited the elements of a truly successful brassiere style restaurant. Here are my thoughts:\n\nCocktails-\n\nI had the Intermission, which I found very refreshing as I was expecting something more Negroni-style. My girlfriend had the French 75 which was right on, although they could have used a more inspiring gin than Beefeater.\n\nI think this local provides ample opportunity for a \"craft-cocktail\" scene- a place some creativity can go a long way with the guests. I noticed that most of the drinks were rum/sweet based- not my particular go to when thinking about brassieres. I would like to see some adoption of spirits that lend themselves to the concept of the restaurant. Perhaps some new takes on chartreuse/armangacs/cognacs cocktails (already offered as digestives/aperitifs alone) would be a good addition to their signature cocktails.\n\nI really appreciated their beer list. PA is heavily represented, with only one french beer on tap. Bottles showed more diversity, mostly European. I hope they take advantage of Trappist-style beers produced across the US (particularly those from Allagash in Maine).\n\nGreat wine list, although\n\nThe menu-\n\nCovering a range of cultures, the menu is perhaps a little diverse for the concept of a frenchy/borderline Germanic brassiere. We played along though, trying the Pho Consommé. I found the broth to be both rich and complex, similar to the other pho joints on Washington Ave. Oxtail ravioli was a treasure. While I liked it, I am not sure where it fit into the context of the rest of the meal.\n\nSeared scallops were fantastic and probably the best thing we ate- no surprise as we know P. Woolsey can cook a scallop.\n\nI was really looking forward to the burger. But do to some service issue it came out room temperature. We ate it anyway because it was delicious, and we wanted to extrapolate the flavor of the real thing at temperature for a future visit. I think the flavors were earthy but slightly sweet. Paired with the fries, it was a real treat (and this is coming from someone who lives next door and frequents to the Royal Tavern). I enjoyed it with a Kronenbourg on tap.\n\nAt this point we were also served two mysterious dipping sauces, presumably for the fries although they might have been for the pho. We didn't ask for clarification and proceeded to enjoy the sauces with the fries. One was a sriracha base and the other was hoisin. While I really enjoyed them, I think some type of aioli would have worked better.\n\nWe also ordered a side of spinach with shallots- delicious sauce!\n\nFinished with crème brûlée because I cannot make it at home. I haven't had better.\n\nThroughout all this there were a number of services issues with our order. Our kind waiter noticed this, and invited P. Woolsey over to talk it out. All-in-all they made it up to us (probably with the influence from Mike Slavin, a true gem in restaurant management they brought over from BLM). For only being open 3 weeks now, there is a lot of promise at this place.\n\nPlease do something about the menus. They are awkwardly large and difficult to digest as presented.\n\nI'll be back, not just because of my love for BLM, but because the shortest commute to the equivalent brasserie would involve going to Montréal- and that's just not in the cards. Good work guys- consider poutine on the apps list at some point, maybe?",
"I saw glimpses of greatness in La Peg... but they're obscured by some bad practices as this newbie comes of age.\n\nThe good: The space is airy and pretty. The menu is big and varied. There is outdoor seating. We desperately need more places north of Market and South of Spring garden. And good ones.\n\nThe bad: I had a $3 tomato \"salad\" that was literally a sliced tomato on a plate. I asked for more bread and someone left with our plate... and never came back. \n\nThe ugly: Despite being a VIP on Opentable and having a reservation, we were told that we had an hour and a half at our table before the next party arrived. Additionally, my punch--which was delicious--was also WAY too little for how much it cost. It was basically a chilled shot on the rocks in a snifter; The glass was huge and filled to the brim with ice cubes. There were about 3 sips of drink in it. \n\nThe greatness: Our server was a true gentleman, good at his job, and friendly. The rabbit pasta was one of the best pasta dishes I have ever had. The pasta was perfectly cooked, the sauce not too heavy, not too much, and perfectly seasoned. I'd go back for that dish alone. The oxtail dumpling in the Pho was amazing. They should have an oxtail dumpling appetizer. \n\nThe ETC: the bar was packed when we were there. But there is a secret \"lounge\" table upstairs that overlooks the Race Street pier. So if you need somewhere to wait, try there.\n\nI'll re-review after we try it again, and am pulling for it to achieve more stars next time, as I'm hoping the staff is reading reviews to help refine service and menu (and hopefully host staff and time allowed to eat!)",
"Service was terrible. I understand it was just opened, but a week into being open you have to have these things under control. \n\n- Didn't have a wine cooler for our white wine\n- seafood was overpriced \n- bartenders were arguing in front of us.\n- food took 1 hour\n\nOur wine glass had a black tar colored substance on it...\n\nJust not a good experience.",
"The place looks nice and I was expecting great things based on the menu. However this place did not deliver. As a white wine drinker, I was disappointed that they do not offer Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio by the glass, only by the bottle. If you're going by the glass your options are some obscure Spanish white, a Riesling or a Bordeaux blend. The food.. The raw bar was excellent and very fresh. The foie gras was the worst I ever tasted. Felt like it was pate bought in bulk at a Costco. We ordered cheese, which arrived frozen on the inside. The striped bass was over cooked. The staff was very friendly and attentive however the food was subpar.",
"I was hoping for and expecting more for this fantastic new space. The staff lacked experience and the food was well below average. The bar staff was better and seemed a bit more in tune with customer service. I had dinner twice at La Peg and did not enjoy either meal, this was worsened by poor, unattentive and on occasion a rude wait staff. Hopefully management will improve food and service.",
"We came here after seeing a show at the theatre inside in the building. Our reservation was at 8:15 and since our show was supposed to end at 7:50 I thought that would be plenty of time. Unfortunately it ran really late and we weren't at the hostess stand until 8:25. Thankfully our table was still available and we were seated immediately.\n\nThe menu is really great looking. At first glance, just about everything looks great. There are a variety of small and large plates which combined should make anyone happy and full.\n\nWe picked several small dishes and a couple large dishes. It took a few iterations to get enough stuff. The kitchen didn't seem too flexible with fixing dishes so my girlfriend could eat them, but we still found plenty we could enjoy together. Up through the time we ordered everything was going really well.\n\nThe food came in waves. Nothing really stood out as amazing, but at the same time nothing stood out as being really terrible. Our of the six dishes we picked, nothing really seemed to live up to the menu's hype and description. Several times when our dishes came out servers brought our stuff to nearby tables first. Not a big deal since I'm sure the runners are still learning the tables a couple weeks in.\n\nService though overall really seemed to follow a similar pattern. No one seemed to know too much about what was going on and no one acted like they really wanted to be there. Our server forgot we were getting more dishes and almost brought out dessert menus half way through our meal. We didn't get any extra bread after asking for it during the first few courses that could have used another piece of bread or two. I felt like all the staff was either far overworked or were all just getting used to working at La Peg.\n\nOverall I would have probably given this place a 3.5 or maybe even a 4. Nothing was too terrible, but then I saw the charge clear on my card and decided to take off the last half star. Since service was mediocre I only left ~17% on after tax charges, which is probably still too high. But when I saw the charge it looks like it was rounded up to a even dollar amount putting the tip at nearly 22%. If there is one thing I don't like it's having someone mess up a check.\n\nIf you want to come here, I'd probably wait a few weeks until the hiccups clear and the crowds from Fringe Festival die down. Hopefully service improves by then.",
"When in to LaPeg last night after theater for a light bite and a night cap. The interior is amazing combing old and new with the best views of the Ben Franklin bridge! Our cocktails (Mr. Sands in the Foyer) were some of the most delicious we have had all season in the city. A perfectly delicious balance of spicy and refreshing made with tequila, yellow chartreuse, strawberry, and jalapeño served up. In addition, a Perfectly executed French 75. We ordered a bunch of small plates (which came out quickly): lentils were perfectly cooked and dressed, potato rosti delicious and filling, beets perfectly tender. The bartender was knowledgable, friendly, and efficient. Overall a great experience. Oh and let's not forget about the most beautiful outside patio Philly has to offer. Looking forward to many more visits!",
"Not. Good. I wanted to like this place. The space is amazing even though you are practically sitting on top of the people next to you. The wine was tasty and our server was really nice even though she seemed to forget a lot of details during the meal. So for those reasons alone I give it two stars.\n\nOverall the food was bland and under seasoned. The menu jokingly describes the macaroni gratin 'too fancy' to call mac and cheese but it was devoid of taste and the gratin tasted like Progresso bread crumbs or as my dining companion pointed out, like shake & bake was poured on top. Neither of us ate the macaroni past the tasting bite. The cheeses we ordered were awkwardly thrown on a large plate along with the accompaniments. The cheese bits themselves were literally very small portions and they were accompanied by bread which could break a tooth. The potato rösti which should be bursting with flavor had none as it sat atop a boring tomato sauce. The lobster salad sounded tasty but again pretty lifeless. The scallops themselves where well cooked and well seasoned but the accompaniments got lost. The beet salad was boring and we left most of it untouched. We skipped dessert. \n\n\nThe most redeeming part of this meal out was the company and conversation. There are just too many great restaurants in our city to waste time and money coming back to this place."
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"Arrived on its sneak preview soft opening, the day before the official opening and avoided the crowds. The staff was friendly, eager and why not? Mr. Flay's presence graced the cheery space chatting it up with staff and reporters. My LA burger was spot on medium rare, adequately juicy, but a bit too salty. However, the yummy avocado relish and peppery watercress made this a nicely complex sandwich. The kids' classic burgers were decidedly less salty and very good. The wife ditched her classic burger (saved for tomorrow's lunch) and happily scarfed the other half of the LA burger. The sweet potato fries were a little overdone, but crisp. The honey wasabi dipping sauce was very good. The double chocolate shake was richly chocolatey. I liked the blueberry-pomegranate shake although I hardly tasted any tart pomegranate. Nice addition to the miasma of corporate dining that flanks it.",
"I went last night-Sneak preview of new location, since been to the other one in University City, Pa. I will be going for burger today at lunch..my part 2 review will take place. The Employees were friendly & attentive, Bobby was there, & I actually got my 1st picture taken with Infamous Iron Chef, Big fan!!! See how this location holds up to other one. Can't wait til; lunch!!!! Aviance is nice, vintage look, like others one, pay, seat yourself, wait for the Delicious cornucopia to come out!!! BTW-guess maxxed out on Liquor license here, no beer or alcoholic beverages at this one!! : (\n On my lunch time..part 2: They didnt open doors til 12 noon, only allowed so many inside, & only had one register open.Course bugs have to be worked out, little slow..but I had the Burger of the Month,OMG!! Brunch burger-Bacon Fried egg & cheese!!! YUMMMMM...All I needed!! Great!! Sure they will get the registers & everything else flowing soon..but the personnel-service was very Good, like the other location-too!!",
"My wife and I went today during dinner time. We previously visited the location in Philly and have been to The Mesa Grill in the Bahamas. We arrived right before the huge dinner rush and got a seat right at the bar.\n\nA few surprises for the night... \n\n#1... They didn't have the bourbon infused vanilla milkshake. After speaking to Mr. Flay's business partner, he told us that they couldn't get a liquor license. Oh well, the following makes up for it.\n\n#2... My wife and I accidentally ran into Mr Flay's business manager this weekend. He was there tonight and remembered us and we spoke to him for a good bit. We told him that Mr Flay should look into opening up a shop in Collingswood since it's such a great food town. But that's a discussion for another time.\n\n#3... While we were sitting at the bar, I noticed Bobby Flay at the kitchen window. We were lucky enough to meet him and take a pic with him. I felt somewhat bad that we were interrupting him while he was working, but other people were doing it so.....\n\nOK... the food... just a great burger and great fries. I got the Santa Fe Burger and my wife got the Dallas Burger. We also had some sweet potato fries... great meal. Of course, Bobby Flay was quality control so it's going to be good.\n\nThe burger's are reasonably priced and taste great. What more could you want? (bourbon in the vanilla milkshake of course!!!!). BTW, the staff was friendly too!!!\n\nCheck it out... worth the wait and price!!!",
"Decided to go here for lunch. The line itself can be a bit long during lunch, but since this location just opened, I guess it's expected. Good selection of burger choices, ( can also sub the beef for either turkey or chicken breast). Burgers can also be, \"crunchified,\" which they put potato chips on the burger at no extra cost. Also have salads if not in the burger mood. Choice of sides, ( fries, sweet potato fries, or beer battered onion rings), which you pay separately. Choice of beverages, (sorry, no alcohol at this location), soda, ice tea, etc.., and milkshakes! \n I had the burger of the month, which was the, \"Brunch Burger.\" It consist of angus beef, fried egg, bacon, & american cheese. I did a side of onion rings, and a mango milkshake. Burger was cooked to perfection, onion rings were delicious, and the milkshake was tasty! Portions are not overwhelming, but not too small either. \n Service was very good and friendly. When they took my order, they misunderstood my burger order, thinking I ordered a, \"Crunch Burger,\" rather than a, \"Brunch Burger.\" lol! They brought out a crunch burger, but took it back and corrected the order in a timely fashion. The decor is cool, basically a retro dineresque setting. This place is not full service, as you order at the register, give you a number, and find a seat. \n Overall, I will be back. Food is reasonably priced for the portions you get. Good service, good food. Nicely done Bobby Flay!",
"As it just opened, the line was outrageously long and the place was packed like crazy. We saw the frenzy and decided to join in.\n\nThe restaurant itself was very clean (maybe because of the recent grand opening) and everyone was munching away Bobby Flay-inspired burgers. The burgers that were served and depicted on the menu were equally mouth-watering. You can choose from angus beef, turkey, or chicken breast for your burger.\n\nDISCLAIMER: there are also salads, sandwiches, and kids' meals available.\n\nWhen we got to the cashier (which took a long time), we ordered the Dallas, L.A., Philadelphia, sweet potato fries, regular fries, coke, and one vanilla milkshake. \n\nEverything was very much satisfying. My L.A. Burger (cheese, avocado relish, tomato) was DELISH. It was a bit salty, but the heavenly avocado relish balanced it out. My boyfriend's Dallas (spice, coleslaw, pickles, cheese) and cousin's Philadelphia (cheese, peppers) were great as well. The fries and sauces that accompanied our burgers were yummy, too! The only downside was the milkshake. It literally came in a little cup. Don't get me wrong, it was decent, but the size and fulfillment of it wasn't worth $5. \n\nDespite the milkshake, this place was definitely worth the wait! We will definitely be back to try the other burgers.\n\nDon't forget to tip!",
"Consistently among the best burgers I've ever had. Always enjoyed making the trip to the university city or bergen town center locations, but loathed the drive time and the tolls. This new location will allow me gas/toll savings that should offset more frequent, weekly visits that Im looking forward to.\n\nSo what is it about a simple burger that makes a person want to come here every weekend and stand in line for 30 minutes? The devil is in the details. If you've watched Throwdown, you know Bobby Flay's preferences and techniques for making burgers. You know his attention to detail and signature southwest influence. These aspects come to life in a casual, fast-food like setting at BBP. \n\nOrder a burger. Any burger. Bite into it, and watch the juice run out. Its perfectly cooked - rare if you asked for it rare, medium if you asked for medium, and so on. Its well seasoned - you can really taste the beefy flavor. The cheese is perfectly melted, every time. The toppings deliberately positioned so that each bite captures a taste. The bacon perfectly crispy throughout, yet not charred. Soft buns that are NOT buttered. Each of these details is crucial to building the best possible burger. They are the reason you stand in line for 30 minutes, and shell out $8. Face it, you cant do it yourself. You've tried. You failed. \n\nGet your burger crunchified if you wish - potato chips stacked on top, for an added element of crunch. I was apprehensive at first, but actually enjoy the additional salty flavor and texture the chips lend. Order the burger of the month - a rotating special that you can only get the month its available. This month - the brunch burger. Amazing. Runny fried egg, crisp bacon, american cheese. Yes please. Also, order the onion rings - I doubt you will find better ones elsewhere. Did I mention theres FRESCA on tap?!?!\n\nMy gripes are few - the fries are mediocre at best, perhaps the one item that has been over-engineered. However, some of you will no doubt opt for the sweet potato fries instead, which seem to be more popular. Also, no liquor license at this location, so no beer with your burger and no alcohol for your milkshakes. Other then that, the place can get crowded, but thats to be expected and certainly not a fault of the restaurant. Overall, very minor grievances that Im totally willing to overlook, and you should too. Solid 4 stars (4.5 in my heart).",
"Definitely a fan of BBP -The line was intimidating during 1pm but not as bad as anticipated. I love the whole concept and feel of the restaurant - shared tables, good quality burgers with affordable pricing. I ordered the burger of the month \"brunch burger\" which comes with angus beef patty, perfectly cooked egg (running yolk - my FAV!), bacon, and american cheese. I also ordered the sweet potato fries, which I thought was nothing special, and coconut milkshake(AMAZING!!!). \nNOTE: This location does not have a liquor licensed yet. I can't wait to try the spiked shakes at the Philly location next time.",
"Visited BBP on 2nd day from opening. Ordered the Santa Fe burger with regular fries and a vanilla bean milkshake. May have been the best burger I have ever had. Fries and shake met expectations. Loved the many condiment choices and tried them all. Highly recommend to any burger lover. They even have a rewards program for frequent visitors. Staff was very friendly as you would expect on 2nd day of operation. Only complaint is my shake had an ice chunk in there but in no way ruined the experience. Can't wait to try a different shake as they have many choices that all sound as good as the vanilla bean I got.",
"Wow! Been there twice. First was a few days after it opened and yes it was super packed and a little disorganized, but that it to be expected I guess. The burger (I had the Santa Fe) was about the best I have ever had (Wolfgang Puck's at Borgata is a touch better). My second trip was last night and I had the LA burger (crunchified of course) medium rare and it was right on target again. Last night it wasn't crowded at all, maybe it was the time (about 6:30), but with the holidays looming I am sure that will change fast. The bigger issue is parking with Seasons 52 Valet hogging up all the spots. Make sure and get the saver card and after $100 you get a free burger, not that great of a break but in this day and age any break is welcomed. I think if they looked into a spot in Marlton like near the Promenade they would absolutely captivate this entire South Jersey area.",
"Bobby Flay and his burger palace have finally marked their territory in the Garden State at the Cherry Hill Mall. Bobby's Burger Palace offer a quick-style pick-up or eat-in for medium-sized hamburgers that have traditional or zesty toppings. The décor reminds me of an IKEA-style display room. It has a few bright colors and a modern clean appearance that is trendy.\n\nIt is run much like the location in PA. Patrons stand in line while looking over the wall menu, pay and then sit with a number for their order to be delivered. There is not a waiter/waitress but instead they drop off, check that you have all you need and then they are on to the next table delivery. 1-2-3 out.... \n\nBurgers are appetizing but at $7-8 each I'd say they are overpriced for an average family of four people. The toppings are unique, for example there are: BBQ, California, Crunch-i-fied (with chips) to name a few. Depending on how much you love hamburgers this could really open a new world of deliciousness. The menu also has pricey side dishes. Three dollar sweet potato fries or onion rings is stuffed with more tissue paper in the container than you might think. It's placed inside make it look full but really, it doesn't feed enough for two people. The table-side sauces are a step above average and for $10 a pop are available to take home. \n\nOne major gripe to start with this location is that the outside parking area is right near the mall's valet area. This kind of puts starving people into road rage since the common parking is scarce. This didn't effect my rating but you've been warned. Gripe #2 is inside with the pick up orders. Since there isn't a waiting area customers kind of stand there anxiously hungry and waiting while watching everyone else eats. It made me want to offer them a bite of my food. Oh the guilt!"
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"A welcome addition to the new Safety Harbor restaurant line up. Miss Hazels core food is Caribbean/Jamaican but with a touch of Soul.\nAll entrees I have tried have been spiced generously but not burning hot, just right.\nOx tail, jerk chicken , curried goat. All excellent.\nVery reasonable priced, lunch starts at 11:00 open til 9:00 7 days.\n\n\nNow closed Sunday, Monday\n\nDon't miss this treasure !",
"Authentic Jamaican food a tiny way off the beaten path in Safety Harbor. First time visiting had the Curry Goat, it's the real deal as you would find across Jamaica. Promised to come back soon and work my way through the menu! The Miss Hazel introduced herself, a charming personality and welcome addition to Safety Harbor.",
"What a find! It's not where you would expect to find a restaurant, but worth the little extra effort. Try the oxtail and curry goat.",
"This place is a bit off the beaten path but totally worth it! If you're looking for local Caribbean/Jamaican food, this is the place! We usually travel to Tampa or St. Pete when my husband is craving it but this is so close! \n\nMy husband is 100% Jamaican, so I trust his judgement much more than my own on this. He ordered the curry goat and brown rice with peppered shrimp. He said it was some of the best he's eaten in a restaurant. He said it was spiced perfectly and service was quick and friendly. The portions were very big and he had more than enough. Miss Hazel is very welcoming and warm. The prices are also very fair! \n\nThe restaurant is small and tables are limited so he got it to go. We live close by so he is 100% sure he will be back soon!",
"So a Jamaican restaurant owner from New York retires after 30 years, moves to Florida and accidentally opens a Jamaican restaurant in Florida. True story.\n\nI'm not Jamaican food expert, in fact I rarely eat the stuff. I guess I'm just rarely hungry and near a Jamaican restaurant simultaneously. What I can tell you is that Miss Hazel's food is extraordinarily toothsome. I had the jerk chicken with extra gravy and rice & peas on the side. There were 3 size options, and since I like to go light for lunch, I opted for the medium. By the time I finished my meal, I was absolutely stuffed. And for $9, my wallet was just as happy as I was.\n\nOff the beaten path is a misnomer. Folks traveling down McMullen Booth or MLK would never suspect that they're whizzing right by a hidden gem. Word of mouth is the only thing that is going to get this place poppin' off, and I'm going to do my part.\n\nYa mon! Big ups to da one Eric slingin' jerk chicken in da' back and to the most pleasant Miss Hazel! I will see you soon, mon!!",
"The food here is delicious. You will not be disappointed. I had the jerk chicken and my husband had the curried goat. Both came with sides of yams rice, mac and cheese and more!! Miss Hazel was friendly and the service was excellent. We will definitely be back",
"Yep 5 stars\nAuthentic, delicious and amazing value for money.\nThe newest addition to Safety Harbor's eateries, and it's amazing.\nMiss Hazel is serving up authentic Jamaican cuisine that is simply divine. There's nothing fancy here just great honest tasty soul food served in a straightforward no fuss style.\nI tried the Curried Goat and Jerk Chicken with Rice and Peas it was amazing. Reminded me of the great Jamaican food I was lucky enough to eat back home in Cambridge England. \n\nI can't wait to go back and reminisce my way down.the menu, chicken curry, jerk pork ribs, Achee and Salt Fish, Escovitch Chicken, Ox Tails, fish soup.\n\nTry the Sorrel drink while you're there a delightful tea from the root of the sorrel plant infused with ginger.\nI could have drank a gallon of it.\n\n\nThis place is worth a visit, you will not be disappointed by such flavorful food and friendly welcoming service.\n\nMiss Hazel came out of the kitchen to welcome us to her restaurant - the warmth and genuine love of what she does was overflowing.\n\nI will become a regular for sure",
"Everything about this food is amazing. I haven't had anything I didn't like! Jerk pork isn't traditional. It has gravy but it is so good!! The oxtail and fried chicken are also exceptional, but that sweet potato takes the cake! The place is always spotless and the prices aren't too bad. I'm so far from Miami to get my mom's home cooking, but this place will suffice; no complaints!!!",
"Charming, casual, comfortable atmosphere with excellent food. The jerk chicken is worth many return trips. The staff/family is friendly and does whatever necessary to make things right for you. They also have a nice selection of beer and wine. My wife and I really enjoyed ourselves. Perfect for takeout or to enjoy there.",
"Had dinner tonight at Miss Hazel's. I had the ribs and my wife had the jerk chicken. Authentic cuisine personally prepared by Miss Hazel. Not a fancy atmosphere however it was very enjoyable and we will go back again soon."
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"Yesterday I woke up craving a donut. But, not a Krispy Kreme, or one of the other mass-produced, boring, convenience store type donuts, but a real, home style, soft, fresh, melt in your mouth donut ... the kind I remember my mom getting on Sunday mornings from the local, family owned shop. Well, much to my surprise, and happiness, Olde Towne Donuts in Fenton was able to provide me with such a donut (2 of them, to be honest), and they were delicious! \n\nUpon pulling up to the store, I walked in, and looked around, waiting for my turn at the counter. The store itself is very simple, lots of racks filled with donuts waiting to be placed into the glass serving cases in the front, but that's fine with me. I don't need frills in my donut shoppe. What I do need is cleanliness, and Olde Towne Donuts delivered on that front. The store is bright and clean, and the service is good, too. The lady behind the counter, who I'm pretty sure was the owner, was very pleasant, greeted me with a smile, and quickly completed my transaction.\n\nThe donuts I tried (so far) are their chocolate Long John, which was soft in the middle, coated with a perfect chocolate frosting, and generally very tasty, and an old-fashioned. I think the old-fashioned was my favorite. Perfectly soft and spongy on the inside, it was fried to perfection on the outside, making for a great combination of slightly crisp and soft, all at once. In addition to this, the outside was generously coated in glaze, and very pleasing to the taste buds. As Rachael Ray would say ... YUM-O!\n\nI will definitely return to Olde Towne Donuts. Though the shop is on my way to work during the work week, I would be willing to make the 18 mile drive from my house to the shoppe, on a weekend morning if I was in a donut mood, because they're just that good. Try it! If you like real, home style donuts, this place is for you!",
"I HATE THIS STORE BECAUSE THEIR DONUTS ARE SOOOOOOO FREAKING GOOD!!!!! How, tell me, HOW can I lose weight when this place is so close to my house? \n\nThere is a great staff of friendly people to make this place even harder to stay away from!!! DAING IT!",
"Stay away from Olde Towne Donuts! More donuts for me! The old fashioned is the best donut I've ever tasted. It's best to get there @ 8:00 pm, as they are delectably delish with over 40 years of St. Louis Donut Taste Experience, these are the BEST! Crispy on the outside, warm and tender on the inside, and the perfect amount of frosting glaze that will make you wonder if you need to check your blood sugar level. Ha! Great French Crullers! Best cake donuts EVER! Love love love.",
"Probably my favorite cake donuts are found right here. Make sure to try the White Cake donut with white icing.\n\nGo at about 8:30 pm on a weekday (when they open), and get a fresh...hot cake donut. So stinking good.",
"I just might die with a donut in my hand, as I am sure Homer Simpson will.\n\nOld Towne has some tasty glazed donuts. They also do a good cinnamon twist. My favorite is the cake donut with chocolate icing. Old Towne's is moist and light, with just a bit of crunch on the outside. You can't go wrong with this family-owned shop.",
"The BEST Donuts around. Go about midnight and they are fresh and warm and delicious.....I'm addicted!",
"Best. Had Dunkin today, lacking. Olde Towne truly the most flavorful. These guys care about their donuts.",
"Oh man, this place is so good. I stopped by this morning to get donuts to take to work, and the staff was quick and friendly (especially considering how long it took me to make up my mind), and the donuts were delicious! Luckily I live close enough to walk or bike to get a donut. I'm thinking it'll become a weekend tradition!",
"Simply the BEST donuts around. This is definitely a hidden gem. From their glazed donuts to their chocolate long johns. I have 2 issues that they need to fix however, 1st the morning guy with glasses always is cleaning/mopping/dishes and always comes straight up to help you with your order without washing his hands. 2nd this same guy who is there most mornings could use some people skills, he absolutely is robotic in the way he speaks and corresponds with his customers no personality/people skills whatsoever.",
"0 trans fat - great product, low prices. It's a bit of a no thrills but very good donuts."
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"I've eaten here a few time while working in the area. I stumbled across it while staying at a nearby hotel. It was a great find. The baked potatoe soup was excellent and so was the french dip. I've had very fast, friendly service every time I've had lunch there. You feel like you're having lunch at a friends house. \n\nAnd, whatever you do, don't leave without trying one of their homemade desserts.",
"Hello vegetarian happiness in St. Charles. I used to love coming to this place when I worked at the courthouse. They have some of the best quiches I have ever gotten outside of my mom's kitchen. It is so easy for a meat eater or a vegetarian to eat here it's not even funny. the menu isn't huge, but I have never had anything bad here, and they have a ton of specials so you can always change up what you want. On a nice day, the patio is awesome to sit on, drink wine and relax for a bit, but if it's too hot or cold, there's plenty of indoor seating as well. All the people that work here are great, too. Super friendly and will happily tell you what they think are best things on the menu. They have not steered me wrong yet. Recently, though, the quiche has been my thing at this locale. \n\nThey recently started doing tapas on Monday and Tuesday nights. I haven't tried this out yet, but I am sure they are good. After all, I have never had anything bad from this place.",
"I went here since I was in the 'historic' part of St. Charles. Magpies seemed to have decent menu when I showed up. The grill portion was a separate menu, and I was excited to see the scallops, marinated chicken, and other good sounding items. \n\nI ordered the marinated chicken with Mexican corn and potato al gratin (w/ smoked gouda). The chicken breast was dry like it wasn't really marinated. It seemed more like it was grilled/seared and then slapped on with a simple honey mustard sauce. The sides were good. \n\nWe waited fairly long to get our drinks. I asked to have our daughter's sandwich brought out early/first...it took 10-15 minutes for a basic sandwich with chips. \n\nWhen asked, I did tell the bartender/cashier on our way out that my chicken was dry even for a marinated chicken breast. He said the marinade was basically Italian dressing and soy sauce. \n\nSorry, but after reading the reviews from before, I expected better service and better tasting food.",
"Been here many times. Always for lunch however...not even sure they are open during dinner.\n\nAnyway, first of all it's located in the Historic district of St. Charles...so the ambiance is fantastic. Very limited seating inside, and not a huge outdoor patio. Prices are slightly higher than what I'd prefer. But the food is WONDERFUL.\n\nTheir Asparagus and Brie quiche is a favorite of mine....along with their Hearts of Palm salad. I recommend the Banana Heath Crepe for dessert. And ohh...their Strawberry Lemonade is pretty awesome too.\n\nDefinitely a place to consider if roaming the cobblestone street of St. Charles",
"I am sure the perfect weather had something to do with it but the time here was just as good as it gets. Sitting on the patio eating melted brie with sliced almonds and dried cranberries (excellent), house salad (very good), roast beef on french, (very good) and potato soup (excellent and a well known dish here). Service was very friendly and prompt ... definitely worth a trip back.",
"I love having lunch here, but I never get in and out fast enough...so I'm docking a star. It's lunch time and people need to get in and out quick...most of us are on a lunch break. I'm not sure if it is because they are short staffed or what, but I can never get out in under an hour.\n\nMagpie's has a fantastic patio. I really enjoy sitting outside when the weather is perfect. Unfortunately I don't like being too hot or too cold so it is tricky for me, but I'd bet most people would enjoy it out there far more often then I do. They have umbrellas to shade you and heaters to warm you. \n\nOn to the food. The potato soup is so yummy! I have a hard time not ordering it when I eat here. They offer a pick two: half sandwich, half salad or soup. I love this kind of option because I don't have to commit to one item. My favorite salad is the spinach salad complete with cranberries, feta, walnuts and a homemade poppy seed dressing. Other salads offered look good, but I'm a creature of habit and usually get the same thing every time. I've had the caesar and it's good. I want to try the heart of palm salad at some point, but the spinach salad is so good. \n\nTonight we opted for an appetizer to go along with our dinner. We got the Crostini which involves pesto cream cheese, feta, red onion, tomatoes and kalmota olives served with homemade crostini and man was it good! I've also had the spinach and artichoke dip was was good, nothing out of the ordinary. The baked brie is yummy with fresh fruit and almonds. I find brie a bit boring, but Mike O. loves it.\n\nThe sandwiches are good. My favorite is the Gobbler. How can you go wrong with turkey, bacon, swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo. A close second is the Vegetarian with cilantro dressing. \n\nFor dessert you should probably get the bing cherry crepes. I'm not a huge fan of crepes, but these are so good. Cheese filling with cherry sauce and cherries on top...a perfect way to end a meal. The only reason I tried the crepes was because we were asked if we could move tables so a group of people could sit down. I was getting ready to offer before the owner came over and asked us and she offered to buy us dessert. I thought that was really nice of her. I would have moved just to be accommodating, we hadn't gotten our food yet so it really was not a big deal to move. \n\nThe service here is good and everyone is really nice. I haven't tried the grill menu yet, but I'm sure it won't disappoint.",
"BEST food and desserts - however a little pricey. Worth it though! Service can be slow.",
"Cute, cute, cute.\n\nLadies, you wanna lunch here. The patio in the summer is perfect for a lazy afternoon, and the inside of Magpie's is perfect to cozy up in during the winter. I will reiterate that you need to try the baked potato soup... they also have a nice selection of sandwiches and salads. Rhonda, the owner, is such a great lady... I had a spinach salad there once and loved it so much she actually wrote down the recipe for me to make on Thanksgiving.\n\nMagpie's is serving dinner now, too! I see \"comfort food\" menu items being talked about on their Facebook such as chicken pot pie, lasagna, meatloaf, chicken and dumplings... things that are A-OK in my book when it's this freezing outside. \n\nDon't go here when you're in a hurry... save it for when you can walk around and check out all the surrounding shops on Main Street!\n\nP.S. This place was once the Spanish governor's home!",
"Stopped in at Magpie Cafe for an early Sunday brunch. Both my husband and I had the potato soup, which was very tasty. My husband also had the house salad and I tried the turkey sandwich. Everything was very average; the wait staff, the atmosphere, and the food.",
"Nice ambiance for outdoor seating. It's a 'ladies who lunch' sort of place. I had the seasonal strawberry/mango spinach salad and Philly cheesesteak. The salad was good and I enjoyed it. The sandwich was 'meh' The bread was atrocious! It was one of those brown and serve sandwich rolls and not browned to boot. Really, what were they thinking? Charge me a little more and get some decent bread. They had plenty of meat, skimped on the cheese and mushrooms though.\n\nWe split a peach crepe for dessert. Two nice crepes with a creamy filling and fresh peaches and whip cream on the outside. I would have liked a couple more peach slices, but it was definitely good enough to order again. \n\nBottom line, I would go back for a salad. Another table had the baked potato soup, and I would try that too. It looked yummy."
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"Appam....Kurma... Parrota.....Just awesome.. Authentic south indian flavor and taste..Kudos for the creative menu...It is going to be my goto place for food.....",
"Great addition to the Indian restaurant scene. Atypical menu with the addition of South Indian dishes . My first meal there was the appam and goat curry , and pleasantly surprised by how good it was.",
"Went in there today. They took an inital order for naan while we looked at the menu and proceeded to ignore us for service until we left money on the table and left! We asked for a server TWICE before leaving. Going out the store we let them know we left money for the naan. Someone THEN offered to take our order. We left and went to Himalaya. Way better service and actually got food there (even with the screaming baby at the time of this review)! Don't waste your time.",
"We had been there last night and tried a variety of dishes . The appams were out of the world and so was their weekend special Biryani .The ambience was simple, elegant and pleasing on the eyes .The person who waited on us was friendly, courteous and artistic .There is an all round winner . Good luck Manam!!!",
"Best Indian restaurant in the Malvern areas. Kal dosa and media vada is great. Only place to offer appam with curry.",
"Nice decor polite staff.Very Slow service.food mediocre portions are super small.Super pricey!!!",
"Great Indian cuisine with South Indian flavors. Don't miss it. Appam is good and so are their Biriyani as well.",
"Awesome traditional South Indian food in Chester county...Very friendly staffs and their hospitality is great..credit to mr.Anand for letting us know their right signature dishes...Definitely it's a must go family place who are craving for traditional taste...one small suggestion is on their gravy quantity which seemed to be little less than other usual places..Rest everything is great.",
"Excellent South Indian cuisine , by far the best Indian food I've had in Pennsylvania..ordered chilly chicken and appam with fish curry , fish curry was a delight and tasty to eat ..five on five .. go for it !!!",
"I went with lots of expectations after visiting their website and menu items but couldn't believe that they surpassed all that - way above. Great place for specific South and North Indian dishes that you don't get in any normal Indian restaurant like coriander tandoori lamb chops, jeera samba rice biriyani, lamb foot (paaya) soup etc. The appam & fish curry was so authentic and fresh. A must visit place not once but as frequently as possible to enjoy all the dishes in the menu. Don't miss this great place if you're around Malvern, PA."
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"Nice corner bar, casual dining feel in Newtown where all the other bars tend to be a little too upity for me. The main thing I like about this bar is the excellent karaoke they have on Thursday's and Saturday's. It's always a good time and Adam, the host does an excellent job.",
"Good blue collar bar in newtown. Average beer selection and decent bar food. On a nice day their patio is a great place to hang out and enjoy the day with a cold one. If you want to grab a bite and have a beer without getting dressed up then this is the place.",
"the bartenders here are just horrible. watch your money and change given - change was incorrect once, and a second time (the same night!), they \"forgot\" to give change for a 1 beer purchase from $20.\n\nwatch your wallet.\n\nalso, the food was mediocre, at best.\n\nskip this place!",
"Neighborhood bar; friendly staff. The food has decent bar food. Check out the roast beef! Yummm! They have out door seating, but never been out there. They get a big crowd for game days.",
"I've only ever been here for dinner and it's good. They have really good wings (which are 40 cents on Mondays)! They have a huge menu which includes typical bar appetizers, salads, sandwiches, cheesesteaks, and burgers. One time they had a grilled crab and cheese on special and it was delicious! They also have a six pack shop on the other side of the building, which is convenient if you need it.",
"I've been going to The Clubhouse for a few years now when the weather is nice. The outdoor seating area is definitely awesome; definitely preferable to sitting inside where it's a little dive-ish and you can smell the remnants of all of the years of smoke.\n\nGood beer selection. You can get microbrews or even Yuengling for $1.50/pint during happy hour. Can't beat that. The food is just okay; nothing special, but it's certainly not terrible by any means. The service has always been great every time I've gone... no complaints there.\n\nIf you're looking for a place in Newtown where you can sit outside, have some beers, and relax without breaking the bank, The Clubhouse is definitely the place to go.",
"Very poor. Place was half empty for lunch and after waiting 10 mins for a Waitress to ask is if were breathing - she took 45 mins to get us our below average: Wings, Salad & a dried out Wrap. Pathetic...",
"Ended up here Thanksgiving Eve when everything in Newtown was packed. The Clubhouse was no exception, but the crowd was older and more laid back than the brotasticness happening at Green Parrot. There was live music, and some pretty good specials. Also, I was impressed by the beer selection. I figured it would just be the usual beers, ie Miller and Bud, but they also had Sierra Nevada Celebration, and Mad Elf. The grape shots were a big hit with my friends who weren't driving. We stayed until closing and everyone had a great time.",
"I love this place. Great pizza, best in area. Typical bar food, but they do it well and cheap. And the servers are so nice, but it can get crowded! The patio is also nice",
"Local place, that doesn't capitalize on the \"upscale\" neighborhood. Good specials, good food, good bartenders. Outdoor patio! I'm very comfortable there. Jukebox people don't monopolize with one type of music, pool tables, good amount of TVs for games. Not overdone, just done right!"
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"Was there for social media preview event. The decor is gorgeous, a beautiful bar with chandeliers. This occasion, the offering were just appetizers. The deviled eggs with smoked salmon, feuded green tomatoes really stood out. Perished the wine menu many great wines by the glass will be offered as well as affordable bottles. Staff was super friendly! Can't wait to go back to try the alligator gumbo!",
"I was lucky enough to snag a coveted \"golden ticket\" in the way of lunch during their soft opening last week. I am happy to report that I think that Georgia Reese's will be around for quite some time.\n\nLet's talk about the food. For starters, how does Orange Coca Cola BB Rib Tips or Cajun Grilled shrimp quesadilla's sound? I'll tell you.. they sounded great and tasted even better! The shrimp in the quesadilla was nice and light while the rib tips were nice and meaty and prepared perfectly. When the plate of 4 came out for 3 of us, I didn't mind being \"that guy\" who reached for the last one, and did it without shame.\n\nThe next course was Alligator Gumbo, which was served in a coffee mug and would be the perfect lunch on a cold snowy day.\n\nThe main course was the \"Deuce's\" burger. I cannot even begin to tell you how big this burger was. They take a freshly baked bun and punish it by layering it with a thick slab of black forest ham, a beef patty, sauteed mushrooms, peppers, onions and three cheeses. This thing was massive and I didn't even attempt to pick it up. No sir, this is a knife and fork burger. I felt bad that I couldn't finish it all, mainly because I was stuffed from everything else AND it took an hour from the time we were seated until we got our burger. Remember, this was a soft opening to help work the kinks out, and I fully expect the speed to improve greatly once they're open for realsies. \n\nBoth Owner Gary Brackett and Chef Dwight Simmons have done a fantastic job with with this place. The food is a bit heavy and might require a nap afterwards, but with as fully stocked bar, great food and cheerful service, I see this place being around for a long time with the potential for growth with additional locations around the Indianapolis area.",
"Service is ok\nEntree was good\nSides were poor\n\nOpening night with great atmosphere. \n\nMusic doesn't match vibe but it is a different place to go. A little more expensive for the quality of food. Will probably give it another try but need to plan on spending more.",
"Didn't meet or exceed expectations. My husband and I waited for an hour and 10 minutes for our subpar food to arrive. Not crowded, so couldn't understand why service was so slow. Servers nice, but inattentive. Food wasn't flavorful and lacked seasoning, especially for a self proclaimed southern style restaurant. No cohesive theme on the menu items. The metal serving dishes used to serve our sides still had bar code stickers on the bottom which shows they weren't washed prior to use!! The board of health may find issue with that! Mr. Brackett was on site walking around speaking to customers, but his celebrity status alone won't cut it. Good luck keeping this place open Mr. Brackett - you're going to need it!",
"Lunch was very good. The Fried Green Tomato salad was great. I am a light lunch eater so it really hit the spot but it was not a huge portion if you are a big eater. It looked like there were plenty of selections with larger portions to choose from if you like more food at lunch. Great atmosphere and fast service. I will definitely be going back for dinner. It is very refreshing to have a unique restaurant choice in this area of town where there are so many chains!",
"How to rate that is the question. With only being open for five days when I went you have to expect some bumps but overall it was a wonderful experience. I'm going to break down my scoring a little bit because I think what I would score the lowest will improve and why I'm rounding up what would probably be a 3.5 to a 4 for now.\n\nAmbiance 5\n\nThe restaurant is very well set up and decorated. The music, at least the performer while we were there, really helped to set the old time southern ball room atmosphere that they seem to be going for.\n\nFood 4\n\nTo start my wife and I shared and alligator gumbo that was fantastic and made me wish we had gotten a bowl instead of a cup. They also give you bread before the entree and that was solid as well. For my entree I had the BBQ pork and beens with sides of loaded smashed potatoes and spicy onion rings. The pork and beans were tasty with the BBQ maybe being just a little bit stronger than I would normally like but it was still very good. The smashed potatoes was one of my favorite sides I have ever had and was my favorite single thing of the evening. The onion rings were very good and had just a touch of spice that made them stand out. \n\nOther 2\n\nI've seen people talk about having issues being seated and stuff like that but that was not a problem for is. Also our server was very attentive but did seem someone frazzled so there were a few minor delays but nothing more time shouldn't fix. I also saw some other service issues at table around is of things being brought incorrectly and later than they should have been but again hopefully this is just a matter of being new and not anything that should continue to be an issue. The final thing I want to mention and I'd be curious to know an official reason for this but the menu we were given did not have everything the website lists or even what people have posted in pictures from opening night. I assume this is because they were busier than expected for the opening week and just under purchased on some items and had to remove a few dishes because of that. \n\nAll in all we had a great night out and I can't wait to go back.",
"I've been so excited for the opening of Georgia Reese's, that even though I've always been hesitant to go to a new place opening week, I just had to get in there. Several days in advance, we booked a reservation on OpenTable for 8pm on Saturday. At about 4pm on Saturday, I received a call from Georgia Reese apologizing because they were overbooked and wanted to give me a heads up. That wasn't going to stop me, and I appreciated the phone call. \n\nWe got there around 7:50 and despite the warning, they were able to seat us right away. \n\nThe first thing I noticed was the open atmosphere, good lighting, and beautiful decorations (wood floors and tables, black and white pictures on the wall). I felt like I was in someone's dining room. \n\nThe menu was missing some items that I ws really excited about, I assume this was because they were not prepared for their busy week. That was disappointing for sure, BUT they had Fried Chicken, and that is what I wanted. \n\nFoodwise: Alligator Gumbo-DELICIOUS-get the bowl, a cup is just not enough.\nFried Chicken: It was good, not amazing. I would have LOVED a good Hot Sauce/butter mixture on the side, but I did get some Frank's RedHot so that was second best. \nMac and Cheese side-very good- creamy and plentiful\n Collard Greens- They were...ok. Is anyone's as good as home? I don't think so. \n\nI brought a piece of bourbon Pie home, and it was my favorite of the night. \n\nThis place has some kinks- the servers need some more time at this resteraunt I think....but I adored the live music, I appreciated that Gary Brackett was out and about visiting tables, and I saw the executive chef visit some tables as well. \n\nI'll be back in a month or two, I can't wait!",
"I met a friend for lunch on a Monday. I ordered the hot brown with a side of mac and cheese. He ordered the peach grilled pork chop with smashed potatoes. The sides were both good, but nothing out of the ordinary.\n \nThe hot brown was not a traditional hot brown. The menu listed it as being made with beef, not the traditional turkey, but it sounded good, so I ordered it. I've had quite a few hot brown sandwiches while visiting Kentucky, the home of the hot brown. Georgia Reese's version was disappointing. The best thing about an authentic hot brown is the broiled cheese sauce that's covering the open faced sandwich. I'm not sure that there even was cheese on the version that I got, even though it was in the description. It was an ok sandwich, but definitely not a hot brown. \n\nMy friend ordered the \"two bone pork chop\", according to the menu. It was not a two bone pork chop, but a one bone chop. It was good, but he felt cheated. The lack of a second bone isn't really a big deal, but missing the meat that goes with that one sure is. One of us should have said something, but one would assume that the kitchen staff would know how to properly cut their meat and the head chef should be on top of this type of error. We did order from the lunch menu and I even checked on line this morning before writing this review to make sure that I hadn't misread the description, thinking maybe we ordered a one bone lunch portion. It definitely lists it as a two bone pork chop on the lunch menu. Please either change the menu to reflect what you are serving, or train your kitchen send out the proper portion. \n\nOn a final note, the wait staff was as good as any in the area. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. Since this restaurant has only been open a very short time, I will definitely go back and give it another chance. While our food did have some disappointments in the portion and description, it tasted good and was reasonably priced. Definitely a good place to grab lunch if you work in Park 100 and want a relaxed, sit-down restaurant with great atmosphere. It would be a great place to have a business lunch. \n\nNote: The table next to us ordered the meatloaf and a shrimp po boy. I'll most likely order one of those next time for lunch because they looked awesome!",
"I was able to go during their grand opening week. A friend booked her birthday party there. While I thought the ambience was great; Cynthia Lane and her band was awesome ( as usual); the drinks were on point (actually awesome too...try the Georgia punch); I felt the food lacked taste. It didn't have that Southern taste I was hoping to get. I tried the St Louis Ribs and chicken breast. It tastes bland to me. I also had the green beans and collard greens. Again, ordinary. The head chef stopped by and we talked to him about the food. I do plan to give them another try in a couple of months.",
"Went to celebrate my birthday what a mistake! The service was horrible, the food was as bad as the service, the only good thing I have to say about this restaurant is I'm sure it won't be open long"
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"A restaurant that is an extension of the Trailhead Brewery, which is further down main street in historical St. Charles. Has the microbrews from the brewery, and an expansive menu compared to the menu at Trailhead.\n\nFavorites of mine include the Philly Cheesesteak, the sweet onion ring basket, and the white chicken chili.\n\nGreat location and ambiance on the old St. Charles main street.",
"Lewis & Clark's is a decent mid-priced restaurant with a fairly broad menu ranging from burgers and tacos to good quality steaks and chicken. Also has some fish selections. Serves the micro brews from the Trailhead Brewery down the street which are excellent. Not gourmet by any means, but certainly good and worth a visit if you are in the St. Charles area.",
"Great restaurant. The menu is pretty generic, but has a few twists and surprises. My personal favorite is the white chili. They'll give out the recipe, but I've never been able to make it that way at home. I also recommedn the spinach artichoke dip and onion strings. Oh, and the eggplant sandwich!",
"I had a good salad and a good beer, but my quesadilla was pretty blah. \n\nEveryone else seemed to enjoy their meal. The burger was pretty good. \n\nLike other reviewers have said, it's pretty generic, but not bad.\n\nThe service was nice, too.",
"Would I come here for the food? Not really.\n\nHow about the awesome view if I sit up top on the outside deck? You bet.\n\nIt really is a gem from an aesthetic standpoint. \n\nOne of my friends had her wedding rehearsal dinner here once. They said we could order whatever we wanted. That would normally have excited me, but not so much here. It's very standard fare. Sort of TGI Fridays or Applebees.\n\nI got the grilled mahi mahi sandwich and it wasn't bad. When you pair that with an iced tea on a summer afternoon, you don't really need a five-star experience.",
"Ok, I've been here about 20 times, and here's the scoop. The food is only OK. The gumbo is fantastic and spicy. The side salads are quite good. The dinner dishes are nothing to rave about. The Trailhead beer is fabulous and a big reason to eat here--the other being the atmosphere. You must eat here during the holidays when it is all decorated up for Christmas! Eat on the second or third floor looking out over historical St. Charles. That is what makes this place so special!!",
"I have been going to lewis & clark's since I was a child, so for over 20 years, yes I did say 20 years. Anytime I need a good solid meal, I go here. No surprises. Just good, consistent food. \n\nIf it is nice out, ask to sit outside on the deck. This option gives you the chance to overlook main street & partially see the river. Also, if you are going on the weekend, call ahead to make reservations. They are also good for large groups. I have had several group meetings here when I was in graduate school. \n\nThe menu is well - rounded for those who are vegetarian, like meat, fish or just beer. I personally love the french fries. \n\nThe service is also very good. Growing up and going here often the turnover rate of their staff was low. The same faces (some still there) are working at Lewis & Clark.",
"Having grown up in St. Charles, this restaurant is very familiar to me. I love the setting; on Main Street's cobblestone streets and only a short walk from the riverfront, this is a great place to spend an evening.\n\nThe menu as a whole might not seem too exciting, but their famous white chili is amazing. I'm not sure exactly what makes it different, but I insist that you try it if you visit. The gumbo is also really good--just the right amount of spice, and it's thick and rich enough to be your meal. \n\nI also just really like the restaurant's atmosphere. With three stories and a great patio overlooking Main Street, it just has a nice feel to it. A must-visit if you are in St. Charles.",
"the food was average, as well as the service. could of been a bad night or something , but no one seem to friendly there. i ordered the ribeye steak, cooked medium rare. not very exciting, steak was flat, taste was bland. dont get the steaks. beer was good however, as well as the artichoke quesadilla. over all, the food was not too expensive, but not great either. i wouldnt recommended eating here.",
"I think of this as the nicer, fancier, more expensive Trail Head. I mean, it's good and all, but I always wonder if I would be better off just paying for the Happy Hour specials down the street and saving a buck.\n\nI love the outdoor setting here. The deck upstairs is amazing and almost makes the prices worth it. The view is beautiful but often, this place is packed so it can be difficult to get a table outside on a nice night. However, if you come here and you can get one, take it. It's the best thing about this restaurant. \n\nI have never been all that impressed by the food here, nor have I been impressed by the food choices. It's mostly standard food and nothing exciting. Now, the restaurant is decent, don't get me wrong, and I always have a pleasant experience when I do come here."
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"Pros: Prices are reasonable and the food tastes good. I ordered the Mama's tamales, which was ok in taste/flavor. \n\nCons: The interior sucks. They could do more to make this a more comfortable eating environment. Otherwise, it's a great take-out restaurant. Chips (and salsa) are way too salty. For $1.50, you get a very small scoop of guacamole. Service is confusing as you have to go to the cash register to order (not apparent when you first walk-in).",
"This new location opened last month and it's one of the least attractive restaurants I've seen. Hardwood floors, bamboo walls, stainless steel tables, and plastic chairs make the place look like the cafeteria in an industrial complex. The dinner menu offers ten appetizers, five salads, and only seven entrees. The roast duck was greasy and the side of wild mushroom risotto was undercooked and oversalted. Considerably better was the BBQ pork tenderloin. It had a nice smoky chipotle flavor and the side of creamed corn with jalapeno and goat cheese complemented it perfectly. After switching from a Mexican menu to New American cuisine, the kitchen might still be feeling its way, but right now its output doesn't warrant the prices being charged. I'm not sure I'd return even if the food improved, because the decor is so unwelcoming and the chairs are extremely uncomfortable.",
"I enjoy sister restaurant Zurritos, so I was hoping for something similar, but maybe a bit different, maybe a bit more refined. The New American menu doesn't seem to fit the Chipotle like decor, and while the dishes were well presented, they did not carry much flavor or character. There was just something, well, missing.\n\nThe service was quite good, and I don't find anything particularly exciting, nor particularly negative to say about the menu. It seems as though they may be trying too hard to hit the upscale-casual niche, which might be great for happy hour (went for lunch). Also note, not many choices for vegetarians on the menu.\n\nI prefer the unpretentious Mexican fair/flair of Zurritos down the street, but one could do worse in the area.",
"Went here with a group of friends as we've been dying to try it since it opened.\n\nStarted with a house cocktail, something fancy, I forget the name of it, $10. \nThen had the red pepper soup, which was very good $7.99 bowl.\nI had the pork filet served over corn w/jalapenos and such, $20.\nOther half had the fish over rice with spanish vegis,$17.\n\nThe food was very good, the space is very modern (and loud) the service was fine. The portions were small. If I'm spending $20 on a piece of pork I expect to be full when I leave the restaurant (and I'm not a big eater at all) \n\nEnded up having desert at home to top off the meal as we felt we spent enough money already! Nice place to try, but I wouldn't rush back",
"My husband and I came here for lunch one day. We were intrigued by the menu, and everything sounded good. We got the Dr. Pepper ribs for an appetizer, and they were amazing. I often make \"bbq\" with coca cola, which is an old southern trick, but this far outdid my cola ribs. My entree was the crab cake burger, which was delicious and perfect for lunch. the beer selection was also good. Our service was quick and great, but it was also 2 PM on a weekday, so we were the only ones there. The owner/cook was there and we were sure to complement him as we left. A great, reasonable stop for lunch OR dinner in the downtown area.",
"Went for an early dinner (530)- excellent! Blue plate special on menu, beer or wine, salad, entre and desert for 20 bucks We all had the special. Entre was chicken fried steak with stuffing and vegetable. Amazingly the meal was not heavy as it sounds. Nice complexity of flavors and reasonable portions. Service was great. \n\nEven though we had gone early and it wasn't that crowded the acoustics were deafening. Despite that will definitely return to try other great sounding items on menu.",
"Great place for lunch and dinner but can be a little pricey. The cuisine is sort of nouveau American, and the menu takes a gourmet approach to some diner/comfort-type foods. \n\nThe first time I went there, my girlfriend and I saw deviled eggs on the menu and had to try them. Then we couldn't decide whether we wanted the California-style eggs or the crabmeat eggs, so of course we had to get both. The California style eggs, with their jalapeno and bacon accent flavors were delicious, but the crabmeat deviled eggs were absolutely amazing. The warm spinach salad was also quite tasty and the duck breast with mushroom risotto that I had for an entree was almost as delicious for leftovers the next day as it was that night. \n\nI've been there a few times since then, and always try whatever special deviled eggs they have that day, which have always been delicious (most memorably the bbq deviled eggs which tasted exactly like a bbq-flavored potato chip). Entrees have also always been tasty.\n\nUnlike some of the other reviewers, I quite like the modern, swirled steel appearance to the restaurant. I think it gives it a clean, efficient look befitting the gourmet diner experience that the food is designed to evoke.\n\nOnly minor quibble is that the few times I've ordered some mixed drinks there, I wasn't particularly impressed. However, this may be more due to personal taste, as I don't like my drinks to be overpoweringly strong.",
"My first Wednesday visit was several weeks ago. \n The Amberjack was incredible. Grilled perfectly.\nThe green beans, mashed potatoes - all amazingly awesome.\n\nWaiters are knowledgeable with the menu - and preparation!\n Bread Pudding dessert was very good.\nNot impressed with the Brulee dessert, but definitely returning !!! \n\nNO Substitutions - no seriously - none!",
"I had a hard time choosing between 2 or 3 stars. A-OK to me means, I'll go again but it's not near the top of my list. Other than our waitress, nothing was horrible, but nothing stood out either. We stopped by on a Wednesday evening for the Blue Plate, which is a good value as it includes an appetizer, entree, dessert, and a glass of wine for $20 (on the night we were there it was chicken tacquitos, braised pork over rice and black beans, and a cinnamon cream cheese dessert quesadilla). No substitutions are allowed so, on the Blue Plate, you eat what they're dishing up that night. Since I don't eat pork, I ordered off the menu while my husband ordered the special. \n\nWe were intrigued by the deviled eggs and ordered the daily selection of BBQ and then ordered the California style. The BBQ eggs were quite salty for my tastes but I enjoyed the California. The chicken tacquitos appetizer was delicious. My husband reported the braised pork was average (not bad, not great). I thoroughly enjoyed the asparagus and roasted red pepper salad. It was perfectly seasoned and the flavors complimented each other nicely. For dessert, the quesadilla was strange; edible, but the flavors just didn't come together at all. Half of it went uneaten. I had the \"cupcake\" which is literally cake baked in a cup served warm with whipped cream on top and a light drizzle of strawberry sauce. Good, but not outstanding. Which is probably my overall view of Z Grille. Skip dessert unless you're really curious but don't expect to be blown away. \n\nThere were 3 other tables at various stages of dining while we were there. They had a runner from the kitchen to help clear tables and refresh beverages. Service from everyone but our waitress was very good. Maybe Natalie wasn't feeling well or maybe she just needs to find another job but she wasn't up to par. She was missing the attitude of helpfulness essential in good wait staff. The one time she refilled our drinks (after they had been empty for awhile), I think she forgot to come back. She never asked my husband what wine he wanted with his dinner and then seemed to get irritated when he asked her for a glass. Inattentive is the word that comes to mind. When a restaurant is as slow as they were, there's no excuse. \n\nThe eggs are priced at 3 for $5 or 6 for $8. We were charged $4 for the BBQ and $5 for the California. Not an issue, just strange. \n\nPortion size is smaller than you might expect but acceptable. Noise wasn't a problem as they weren't busy. I was unsure about the plastic chairs but they were comfortable. \n\nNOTE: A friend reported they will NOT serve crackers with their oysters. For a place that seems to make a big deal out of having a fresh oyster bar, I'd expect all the standard trimmings. Be aware they are not available and don't expect to get any sauce or crackers (unless ketchup and tortilla chips work for you).",
"the food is some of the best in town. but the chef, zack, needs to stay behind the scenes. his attitude is the worst.\n\nthe interior is fantastic though."
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"The first time I went there I ordered a muffin and a coffee. The coffee tasted like yesterday's coffee and the muffin was nasty!!! I decided to give them another chance so I ordered a donut, no coffee thou. It was ok.",
"I like doughnuts that are sweet and light so this place was perfect for me. I'm not sure if one can make a glazed doughnut or a cinnamon bear claw that's much better. They also do a great job with chocolate cake doughnuts -- not too dense, definitely not greasy, and with sweet chocolate icing. Friendly staff and decent prices.",
"Great Doughnuts, I mean these things are so freaking good I stopped here every morning to pickup a dozen for the family while visiting Nashville. They reminded me of Village Donuts in Hazlehurst GA. You must come here and try but I do want you to know that unlike other donuts these will not hold over night and are uneatable the next day, so do eat 'em all!!!",
"I've never actually stepped inside this Shipley's, but one of our managers will bring a dozen to work (like today) when she's feeling like donuts. These are the real deal! Old fashioned donuts with just the right amount of sugar on top - it's never as sickening as the ones from Krispy Kreme.",
"We just got back from Shipley's. The donuts are great. However, in California, if it says it is 6.99 a dozen for mixed donuts, then that's what it is. Here it said 5.99 dz glazed and 6.99 dz for cakes and filled. So I ordered a dozen including some bars and twists. The total came to 9.58. When I asked why, I was told that long donuts count as two. Really??",
"Not only did I thoroughly enjoy my donuts (a solid hot glazed - lighter and more subtle than Krispy Kreme, my guilty favorite), I had an, unexpectedly, very good customer experience as well. If you're in the neighborhood, stop and treat yourself.",
"Get here early when there fresh and hot!! I like them better than the big box name. \n\nThe apple fritters are the best especially when there just out of the grease!!!\n\nYummmmm",
"Really good donuts, friendly customer service and reasonable prices. The seating was the only issue so we just went and ate outside.",
"Yumm nothing beats shipleys donuts! Soooo delish! But yes the other comments are right get here early cuz they sell out of the hot fresh original glazed quick! I got over here at 9:15am and they were sold out but that's ok I like the donut holes just as well. The staff is always very nice also!",
"Shipley donuts are what dreams are made off. Sweet, yummy, soft and so fantastic. Always fresh and wonderful coffee. I also love how nice the people that work there. I think it is a family business. My only complaint is they aren't open now!!!"
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"Don't let the strip mall fool you. I stopped here on a whim. There used to be another restaurant in the same spot, which was not very good. So when I drove by and saw the \"Open\" flags,l had to give it a try. From the outside it looked bright and inviting. As I entered I was greeted by a bubbly woman ( I later found out she was part owner) I sat at a table and had a good view of the entire restaurant. I watched the staff be very attentive to each table. The sushi chef was busy sending out beautiful plates. \n\nI was not in the mood for sushi, I settled on Thai. I ordered Tom Kha Gai soup and Massaman curry with chicken. The soup was good. This is my go to soup so I know it well. It was lacking a little something but I could not put my finger on it. The curry was great. Full of favor and just the right amount of spice.\n\nThey Constantly checked in on but not to much. I order to go sushi. I have not had it yet. \n\nThe restaurant is clean and well lit. The atmosphere is charming. The bathroom was clean and had a wonderful hand scrub in it. \n\nThe nice surprise was a warm hand towel at the end of the meal. It was refreshing and a nice touch.\n\nAll in all I will be going back. I hope this will become one of my new spots.",
"I will eat here again!!! Saturday lunch prices were a good deal. Very kind to my mother and Autistic teen. Food was fantastic!!! Have eaten Thai in many states and this one was just what i was looking for. The new owners know what they are doing! Eat here and Yelp!",
"This place is gorgeous on the inside and seating is very comfortable! \nPrices are also very good I came with my parents so we were three and out bill was under $50!\n\n We ordered 4 different types of sushi, the Tampa, Mexican, California, and Spicey tuna rolls. I'm picky about my sushi but they were all great and delicious.\n\n We also had the ginger salad, I'm also picky with my dressings too, but I loved the dressing for this, it was hand made by owner! \n\nWe also had the shrimp ginger entree it was delicious and not too heavy on the stomach.\n\n As for the drinks we had lemonade, Thai ice tea and Thai ice coffee and mango juice which were all tasty and enjoyable.\n\n We then tried the Thai donuts for dessert, I wish I could have these everyday, it's not stuffed with sugar and doesn't make me feel I'm eating bowl of fat and sugar like your typical American donut. \n\nEveryone should try this place!",
"Excellent! Great presentation and speedy service. I want to eat every item on the menu.",
"When you ask a guy where you can buy something and he tells you he makes it himself you can't do anything but love the place. I'm from nowhere around here and this is the best place I've ever had, from california to florida.",
"Very friendly clean quaint sushi and Japanese restaurant very yummy rolls! Prices are very reasonable as well!",
"Very good service and food. Their Crispy duck Penang is soooo yummy. I love their Pad Se Ew has some chared scent to it which is very nice. Their lunch menu is a great deal.",
"Five stars all the way. The food was excellent from the sushi to the soup and even Thai food. I had two rolls of sushi and my girlfriend had Tom yum soup and pad kee mow and I tried both and they were both amazing. The two rolls of sushi I had were excellent. The service was top notch.",
"Found this restaurant on Yelp, as it's a bit out of my area. The interior was very clean and well decorated. Our server was friendly and very attentive. Ordered the Cashew Chicken and the Three Sum roll. The entrée came with chicken rice soup (a Thai restaurant staple) and a Thai eggroll. Both were very good, although the soup stock was much stronger than I've had in other locations. Maybe it had reduced after a long simmer? It was still very good. The sushi was also delicious. The Cashew Chicken was what I expected, and very good. I was surprised when the server brought us warmed hand towels at the end of the meal - what a thoughtful service!",
"This little gem had amazing sushi and sashimi. The sashimi was fresh and presented beautifully. Actually all sushi was presented beautifully; I felt bad about the presentation because my son inhaled sushi without any thought. We ordered the volcano roll (outside crunch with fresh tuna - YUM) the flavor of three sum roll blended so well (taste all flavors) , Betty roll and candy cane with tuna and white fish on top was DELICIOUS! Well all were delicious! We also ordered sashimi, tuna and unagi and it was good (found a little bit of bones in the unagi but tuna was fresh). Well priced - all our food was $90 with tip!"
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"The best cocktails in town! Burlesque shows 7 nights a week. A TRUE speakeasy in a georgeously renovated historical building! You must go!!",
"History comes alive in Printers Alley! Came here with a couple of friends for early cocktails and a bite before Friday night festivities. Super cool that Skull's is open now after having been closed for many, many years. It's a little landmark in the city. New owners that clearly put a lot of love into renovating and reopening the place. It's got a really rich look with exposed brick, wood, open kitchen, long bar, a beautiful piano and it even has a stage. There wasn't live music the night I was there but I asked the owner and he said they had plans to highlight all kinds of artists there from country to jazz to blues to rock to alternative -- a little bit of everything which I love.\n\nHad The Rainbow Room cocktail which was divine and we split a few menu items - The Tuna Tartare was THE BEST I have ever tasted and the cured salmon appetizer was to die for.\n\nWe had great service too -- very attentive -- and it doesn't hurt that the bartenders and servers were quite easy on the eyes, if you know what I mean. :)\n\nThe place has a real welcoming feel -- kind of like an old school bar -but is also an upscale neighborhood joint. I was there earlier in the evening and they had light music playing and we could actually hear ourselves talk, which was really nice. \n\nCan't wait to go back!",
"Absolutely amazing!! Love the old school ambiance and the history behind the place. Did not eat there but went for drinks and burlesque show (on Saturday nights they have one at 10:30 and one at 11:30) and i felt like I was in the 1920's. The dancer came up and chatted with our table for a while after the show and was sweet and personable. It was different and refreshing from the usual honky tonk vibe you will find in downtown Nashville.",
"What a great addition to the Nashville downtown lunch and dinner scene! Our highlights from an awesome lunch today:\n\n* The decor was interesting, warm and inviting as well as being a testament to Historic Printer's Alley. An obvious amount of beautiful work went into creating the interesting and historical ambience.\n*My lobster bisque was the best I've ever had - full of fresh lobster in a rich and savory cream broth. It was lovely and I had to restrain myself from licking the bowl!\n* The lunch Chicken Fried Steak was the best I've had since living in Texas. Seriously, I stopped ordering it locally because no restaurant knew how to do it right. Tenderized steak with a light, flavorful batter that stuck to the meat...Served atop fresh, seasoned mashed potatoes with a side of white asparagus. It was the best and tastiest lunch I've had downtown in a long time!\n*My husband's cheeseburger was cooked to perfection and very flavorful. He also ordered the wedge salad which was ample for two to share and came with a housemade, delicious blue-cheese dressing.\n*Service was outstanding...very polite and attentive. After sending compliments through our waiter to the chef, he came out to thank us!\n\nWe asked to see dinner menus and from what we saw, we cannot wait to try Skull's for dinner. My congratulations to the owner, management and staff...you have truly created a gem for us downtown! Thank you for a fabulous meal!",
"I have to tell you... I have had many filets... OMG best cut I have had in a while! The texture was perfect. Hopefully they keep dishing out the good cuts! I would recommend this place to anyone traveling and wanting to experience Nashville cuisine! Great bar atmosphere and a cool piano player to boot!",
"So when you walk in you are think oh cool this is a fun bar with good drinks and nice entertainment..HOWEVER....THE FOOD IS INCREDIBLE! Put it this way, if Anthony Bordain was to do a show in Nashville he would film part of it in this place and be very impressed! I had the lamb and also the \nFuagra... Both were 5 star A+++\nNot only was the rack of lamb perfectly seasoned but also cooked just right. The veggies and potatoes were also flawless. The cocktails were top notch, the burlesque was awesome, and the staff was friendly and on their A game. This is a must visit place in Nashville. It's an experience!",
"I was 100% certain I wanted to visit historic world renowned Printers Alley- so when I briefly skimmed some rave reviews on Skull's Rainbow Room I was sold on visiting this historic prohibition looking restaurant/bar located right there in the alley. There are a FEW things I found out AFTER my visit that may have deterred the visit and/or encourage yours but nonetheless, my visit was fantastic and my lobster bisque and service was by far a most memorable experience.\n\nSo it turns out Skull's has quite the history and you can feel it as you walk in- it's got the old school feel in a very classy and elegant way. Anyone who is anyone has graced this stage or at some point paid a visit so it's awesome that after many years of being closed, they've been able to open the doors once more!\n\nTIdbit of information unknown to me...Skull's used to be- back in the days, an exotic dance club and the ladies would dance to a live band- TODAY, it's been opened as nothing more than just a restaurant..(that I know of) although I noticed their Instagram page they've got burlesque shows late at night. All of this is good to know ahead of time because i'd have fallen out of my chair if any kinky stuff would've happened while I was there so sigh of relief I was clueless about that.\n\nI ordered simple. I had a drink, a cheese plate and a lobster bisque. All of the above were great although the presentation for the cheese plate could have gotten a little help from someone creative but I won't knock it- you can see the pic below and be your own judge. Our server Jacob \"with the coconut oil beard\" kindly provided me with a side of honey for my cheese plate which definitely heightened the taste but the winner in all of this was by far the lobster bisque. The lobster bisque here is amazing boasting rich and savory flavors. I could go back and be content with just the bisque...so its definitely a must. Arrive early so you're not caught up in the late night debaucheries or late if you wanna get caught in it, but overall just order that bisque!",
"A new favorite for us and our guests. Cool atmosphere (this place could be in New York, San Francisco, LA, etc) and terrific staff and management. The food? Insane! The chef has created a number of delicious dishes which range from Prime Rib to Foie Gras. Steaks are top grade and the pork chop is out of this world. Bartenders know their stuff and make us feel at home. David (General Manager and co-proprietor) made us feel like family from day one. Highly recommended.",
"Atmosphere was cool. Bartender was too busy to make me a gimlet with cucumber. Kinda lame Their cheese plate is $12 and it has the SMALLEST amount of cheese I've ever seen on a cheese plate. It looked literally as if someone had already eaten the cheese off of it and they served us the crumbs. \n\nThe entire place also only has 1 men's bathroom and 1 women's bathroom. Needless to say, I waited in line for a bathroom for a while. \n\nCute place, could have been a super cool vibe and experience, but it just isn't there.",
"I can't even begin to describe how incredibly wonderful this place is. We stopped overnight for the 4th of July and after endless walking and some failed attempts at locating a place to eat, we find this. EVERYTHING HAPPENS FOR A REASON!!!!! \n\nWe were greeted by one of the owners (congratulations again on your pending citizenship 7/6/2015!) who was so accommodating and sweet. What followed was beyond explanation. Service phenomenal, food was exceptional. As a family of 3, we shared the the absolute best Lobster Bisque we've ever had. The entrees (crawfish risotto & the pork chop w mashed potatoes & summer vegetables) were out of this world. \n\nAs of this post, please keep in mind that this restaurant had only been open for 3 weeks!!! There was not one single complaint about anything this establishment put out. Most restaurants are struggling at the beginning, getting the \"kinks\" worked out in the kitchen, etc. So not the case here. In addition to an amazing chef & staff, the story behind this location just adds to the charm and appeal-long history, community pride, murder, ghosts, rebirth just to name a few! Artifacts from the original are so fun! \n\nI could never say enough great things so, if you're in Nashville and looking for a fabulous local gem, this is one to put on the list! You will not be disappointed!"
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"Hopped on The Brew Bus a few weeks ago for my buddy's birthday and it was an unbelievable experience. Not only was the first round at each brewery free for the group, they also hooked us up with a tour of each place. No matter what kind of party you're looking to have, The Brew Bus should be your first call. Oh, they also supply their own brand of craft beer, Brew Bus Brewing, on the bus. Talk about the total package.",
"The Tampa Bay Brew Bus is a fantastic idea, and a great way to experience many of the craft breweries in the Tampa Bay area while leaving the driving to someone else!\n\nA group of Yelpers (led by the lovely and talented Kelly K.) chartered one of the Brew Buses for this past Saturday afternoon to tour several of the breweries and pour houses in Pinellas County. The bus (roughly the size of an airport parking shuttle bus) picked us up in front of Cigar City Brewery in Tampa and took us on a tour of three different microbreweries \"across the bridge\".\n\nDave was our driver, and Trey was our Master of Suds-ology / Tour Guide for the afternoon. They stocked the bus with a cooler full of three of their Brew Bus beers (Rollin Dirty Irish Red Ale, Are Wheat There Yet? Hoppy Wheat, and You're My Boy, Blue blueberry ale). It turns out that Cigar City produces these craft beers for the Brew Bus folks, so there is a natural relationship between CCB and BBTB.\n\nKelly brought along trays of ham biscuits, deli wraps, cookies, and a mountain of snacks to be sure that no one went hungry in between our stops. Our bus held 22 people (there is a larger bus for larger groups) in air conditioned comfort. Dave turned up the tunes while Trey handed out free beers and told us a little about the different stops.\n\nWe drove across the Howard Franklin Bridge while enjoying a frosty cold brew and happily checked in on Yelp (in the middle of the bridge), and then stopped at the Brewer's Tasting Room in the Feather Sound area of Clearwater to pick up some additional passengers. From there we headed to the Barley Mow Brewing Company in Largo, which was a very elegant pour house with a solid wood bar, an outdoor seating area, and a very cozy feel to the place. \n\nAfter about an hour, we piled back onto the bus for our second stop, Rapp Brewing Company, which sits in an industrial park in Seminole off of Bryan Dairy Road. Rapp had the widest selection of beers on tap, so several of us decided to pool our money and split a sampler of each type of beer.\n\nYou guessed it, after about an hour we were back on the bus for our third stop, 3 Daughters Brewing, in midtown St. Petersburg, south of Central Avenue on 22nd Street. This was the largest of the three craft breweries, and surprise, surprise, there was a huge indoor area filled with ping pong tables, electronic darts, giant games of Jenga, chess, checkers, basketball, corn hole tosses, foosball, bar shuffleboard, and even a miniature golf course across the parking lot. What a fabulous place to sip some tasty brews and then hang out with your friends and play some games.\n\nAfter that it was back on the bus, and Dave brought us all safely back to Cigar City where we had left our cars.\n\nThe folks from the Brew Bus will help you to plan an itinerary which includes either stops in Pinellas or Hillsborough. They have an extensive list of the craft breweries and pubs in the region, and will work with you to pick the stops that will keep your group happy. You can either rent the entire bus and fill the seats yourself, or buy individual tickets on the bus and go with a group of strangers. Trey told me that you can also rent the Brew Bus as a shuttle to sporting events, concerts, and bachelor parties as well. Check their website for more details.\n\nA couple of closing comments need to be made here.... The Brew Bus is open only to those 21 and older. You are expected to drink responsibly and party safely. If that is too difficult for you then please stay home. No one wants to spend the afternoon with people who are grossly out of control -- you'll just ruin the fun for everyone else.",
"I went on the brew bus this past weekend through a bachelor party. It was wonderful! Our guide was not only informative but provided great stories and was very personable. We went to two breweries and beers were provided on the bus through cigar city brewery. We also took a small tour through that brewery. I would highly recommend this to any new comer to Tampa as a way to see a local side to the city and great way to taste the citrus side of brewing.",
"If you know me, you know that I like drinking beer and I like when others shuttle me around so I don't have to worry about anything. The Brew Bus is just about PERFECT for that!\n\nI went on The Brew Bus with a group of Tampa Bay Yelpers and boy did we have a good time. The Brew Bus picks up at Cigar City and shuttles parties around to breweries around the Tampa Bay area. We chose 3 breweries in Pinellas County for our stops.\n\nWhat was super awesome about the bus is that you have a beer tour guide who gives you craft beers for the whole ride. The beers are all you can drink and our tour guide always made sure we had a beer in hand.\n\nI want to try The Brew Bus again for my birthday this year as I think it would be a great way to spend a night celebrating. The Brew Bus was great and I can't wait to do it again some time!",
"Every weekend should be a Brew Bus weekend. Working with Aaron to arrange this event was smooth on every account. From picking a date to selecting the right breweries for our bunch he was available and always willing to offer suggestions. \n\nThe Tampa Bay Brew Bus has an assortment of options when planning your day with them. Guided tours are an option, which our group opted out of but maybe next time as well as options on the amount of time allotted for your day. There are two buses, a 22 passenger and a 33 passenger available for rent. The prices are more than fair and on every Brew Bus adventure you have a driver and monitor? Our driver, Dave and unofficial babysitter, Trey were fantastic. \n\nWe decided on three breweries on in and around St. Pete with two-pick up/drop off locations. While on the bus their signatures beers are available for unlimited consumption. \n\nCan't wait to book the Tampa Bay Brew Bus again soon!",
"So much fun!!!! A couple weekends again I saw this big group of people come into Rapp brewery and asked the guy in charge ( Palmer) what they were doing because they looked like they were having fun. He told me about the Brew bus and gave me a card, a day or two later, R4B posted a brew bus event so I decided to join since it looked like fun. \n\nI'm glad I did because I had a chance to check out a few brewery's in Sarasota that I probably won't have ventured to. While on the bus, we got to choose between 4 or 5 beers during our ride to and from Sarasota. They had a good variety and you end up drinking about 4 or 5 beers plus they beer at each of the three brewery's so it makes it worth the cost. \n\nEveryone was very friendly and Palmer did a great job keeping the energy up on the bus and keeping everyone happy with a beer. \n\nThe only thing I think could be different is they check with the brewery's before hand so they know what they are offering us when we get there. All brewery's let us choose our own beer except for JDubs, who gave us an IPA and no other choice. I don't like IPAs so I took two sips and couldn't drink it. What a waste when they could have just let us pick a beer in the same price range. That was the only downfall but since everything else was great I gave it 5 stars. \n\nThanks to the brew bus the next time I am in Sarasota I'm going to stop at Motorworks or Big top brewery's.",
"I booked the brew bus for a team building at work. It was by far the best one we have done. Aaron was so accommodating. He picked the breweries and they were the perfect ones! Our hosts were extremely helpful and fun. The driver was great as well. I have had a few people already ask when we will do it again !!",
"The day was beautiful, the drive across the bay started with roadie beers in the bus-part of the tour!\n\nYasmin was a great guide. Knowledgable and clearly an experienced service professional, but more importantly very mindful of our group vibe at each location and overall to make sure we hit all our spots but had a great time at each step. \n\nGreat way to enjoy a few beers and breweries. So much better than driving! Can't wait to do it again.",
"I would like to thank Aaron & Dave our driver.\nWe used your service to shuttle family to MacDill AFB for a retirement ceremony. Dave our driver was courteous and very professional. \nOur family members and friends whom rode the bus was very impressed with the bus and service. \nNot to mention the 2 free beers that we received on our way home.\nThank you for making our day special.",
"I used the Brew Bus for my birthday celebration and these people could not be more pleasant to work with. They are incredibly friendly and flexible and a breeze to work with. They are quick to get back to you whether via phone or email, their prices are incredibly reasonable for what you're getting, and the beer on board was tasty! I would highly recommend the Tampa Bay Brew Bus to anyone I know, and I will definitely use them again in the future."
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"Asian fusion Noodles & Company serves consistent Japanese pan noodles and Penne Rosa. Those are my favorites. For around $8 I get a protein with my noodles like chicken, beef of tofu. After I ordered at the counter a server brought my pasta soup to my table within five minutes. They even insist on clearing the table when I leave. There's no trash or bussing bin so I took the hint. Noodles is a good value fast casual restaurant.",
"Since this restaurant is new in nashville,we're very excited to try but at the end very disappointed.\nThe food is tasteless..cold and the service sucks..they cant even find our number on the table...the price is not worth it with the food.not recommended to everyone..our first and last.. wouldn't come again even it's free..i think this is the worst food in nashville..",
"So the night before the Country Music Marathon, the boyfriend decided it was time to carbo load. What better place than Noodles and Company? Seems like they'd have lots of carbalicious options, and when we arrived, we found that they were right. \n\nTheir menu is fairly simple and essentially divided into Asian noodle dishes and more Italian noodle creations. You order at the counter, take a number, and take a seat in the small dining room. Prices are a little more than fast food, but a little less than slow food. I suppose we could call it medium food. :) Your food is brought out to you fairly quickly, and your table is bussed when you leave. All in all, I thought the pasta was good, but not really different from what you could make at home. A decent choice for a quick bite in the Green Hills area.",
"I've had Noodles and Co. in other parts of the country, when traveling. So, I was very excited to see it coming to Nashville. It's a very nice, \"fast casual\" restaurant and reasonable, especially for the college scene that flock to other similarly priced restaurants like Pei-Wei, Chipotle, Moe's, and Zoe's Kitchen.\n\nI always get the Penne Rosa, which is a completely wonderful dish with a slightly spicy, creamy marinara. I don't like mushrooms so I always ask for them to leave them off and I add shrimp. The pick three seems to be the best option since you pick a pasta, add a meat, and then get a side for $7.50. It seems to be close to that when you just ask for the pasta with meat. \n\nNoodle's and Co. has noodle dishes from all over the world that have been a little commercialized, much like Pei-Wei with Asian cuisine, for the fast-casual crowd.\n\nIf you liked/enjoyed the Wild Noodles place that was in Cool Springs, you'll like Noodles and Co. Plus, being a chain, it should last longer than Wild Noodles did.",
"I had never been to Noodles and Company before but tried it this week. It seemed to lack the problems observed by previous users. Maybe they needed time to work out the kinks. I thought the food was pretty good. Service was great (fast and friendly). The prices are pretty good for sit down service. They forgot to add the meat to my boyfriend's order but our server quickly fixed the situation and also offered us some coupons for our next visit to make up for it. I would definitely go here again.",
"I ordered take-out from Noodles and Co. tonight and had a pleasant experience. My order was taken promptly and it was ready for me when I arrived (which has unfortunately not been the experience for me at other Nashville take-out places). I had the Wisconsin Mac & Cheese with meatballs and I loved it. Not too much sauce, but plenty of shredded cheese made for a lovely combination. They seem to highlight the pasta by not drowning it in sauce, which I appreciate. The meatballs were savory and generous in portion size. I love how you can customize your dish and the prices are very reasonable. I want to try more options before giving any more stars, but so far, so good.",
"Meh... this place was alright. I have to admit that I REALLY REALLY like the idea of this place: fast casual, counter-service, fresh food, cooked to order. I am also a big fan of how there is pretty much something for everyone and you can go there not knowing if you want asian, american, or Mediterranean and find a menu item that sounds delicious. My two complaints:\n\n1) Being my first time, the menu was a bit confusing ... \n2) It was just O.K. nothing special. I ordered the Mac & Cheese (add Meatballs) ... They claim this to be their best seller, but I got macaroni in Velveeta covered in cold unmelted shredded cheese w/ 5 meatballs. Kinda disappointing. Its hard to screw up Mac & Cheese, and I did eat it all, BUT I just expected a little something more from a place that boasts NOODLE in their name. \n\nPerks: \n\n1) My girlfriends dish (penne & shrimp?) was great. \n2) Really quick service despite a packed dining room.. we waited less than 5 minutes.\n3) Decent portion fair price.\n\nI'll be back for sure... not for the Mac & Cheese but hopefully to find something a bit more inspiring.",
"A fast-casual chain from the Colorado area that just recently opened in Nashville, Noodles and Company serve noodles, pasta, soups and sandwiches at a fairly cheap at around $5-12 per meal. I ordered Noodle Chicken Soup and pesto cavatappi with chicken breast for around $7. The soup was decent enough, if quite salty. The pasta came absolutely covered in cheese, but not enough of the garlic,tomatoes and mushrooms that distinguished the dish. The chicken was a plebeian chunk of breast meat. All in all, the place is cheap, if not particularly special, and worth visiting if you need something fast and easy on the pocketbook after a day shopping at Green Hills Mall.",
"Great little spot to pick up some comfort food in a hurry. I tried the mushroom stroganoff with no mushrooms (I know, I know) and braised beef. The beef was excellent and the sherry cream sauce was perfectly seasoned. The price for the bowl and a drink was right around $9. I called a few minutes ahead and it was ready when I arrived. I also like the second register for call ahead orders. Well done.",
"Wow, with a name like Noodles and Company you would think that their noodle dishes would be fantastic. I was completely underwhelmed. I had the Pad Thai and it was bland at best. My brother had the Japanese Pan Noodles with beef and felt it was mediocre. Unfortunately they are done in my book."
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"Going to these young guys for years. Great food at great prices! Pizza is among the best of south jersey. Crust is just right, cheese is the best, toppings are ample even for this heavyweight!\n\nStay away from the big chains and order local and get a taste of real pizza!",
"They have the best cheese steaks too! Try the one on a salad, no carbs, go Atkins, Our office http://www.pennjerseysigns.com, orders from them several days a week because of great pricing, excellent service, food quality, and variety of menu.",
"aawesome prices. Great food and friendly staff. Looks like this will be our new haunt",
"Wow! Amazing price an amazing place. Tried it through groupon best damn food ive had in a long time! Definitely a place to try. Great cheesesteaks!",
"Have eaten here a couple times. Had pizza a few times and they are great. Nice crust and a good sauce bring them together. I recommend the 18\" if you like that NY fold pizza technique. Prices are very reasonable and I highly recommend them for the pizzas, some of the best in the area, especially for the value you get.",
"Great place with really good pizza! Pretty cheap too, not often that excellent quality is paired with cheaper prices.",
"We discovered this place with a Groupon. What a find! Not a fancy place, but GREAT food. We enjoyed wings, a pizza, a buffalo chicken cheese steak (hot!!) onion rings and a pizza steak. They toasted the roll on the pizza steak so it wouldn't get soggy. Everything was made fresh to order. The wings were meaty. The cheese steaks were overflowing. The onion rings were delicious. Cans of soda or bottles of water or gatorade for a buck. Large portions. GREAT food and GREAT value. Really friendly people. We found a real winner!",
"This place is the best place ever! Best food in new jersey! Great prices! always running amazing specials! Don't miss out if you are in the area or living in the area because I promise you, you won't find better! Get there! Food is out of this world and great for your budget also!",
"I'd give five stars for the chicken parm pizza and one star for the chicken fingers, so here we are at three stars.\n\nReally, though, the Groupon deal is awesome, and anyone who likes sports (particularly the Phillies, obviously), would enjoy this place in downtown Oaklyn. The chicken fingers were way too dry, even after dousing them in honey mustard. But the chicken parm pizza was great! I'll actually be having some for dinner tonight.\n\nIt's hard for me to give a pizza place more than three stars, but I may update my review if I stop back in and try more options. I'm curious about their Italian hoagie, and for that matter, their Italian Meats pizza.",
"We're always looking for a good spot for take out that delivers - local & fast with good food. This place fits the bill. We ordered a buffalo chicken cheesesteak, a Stromboli and mega fries and devoured all three (Don't judge, we were hungry!) Delivery was fast, food was actually hot and the price was right. I think we found our new Friday night delivery go-to."
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"This was my very first experience at White Castle and it remains as my only experience. Perhaps it was because I got caught into the hype of everything that WC was. I was grossly disappointed when the sliders I got were so poorly constructed that I had to remake the sliders right there on my own. It reminded me of those plastic toy burgers that dogs use as chew toys. But, I'd probably rather eat the chew toy instead of sliders.\n\nAnd I almost got mugged on my way out.",
"it's better than a hostel, you can meet people from all over the world riding on the bus & the Late Nighters, the staff is friendly & fast",
"Thank you for being my reprieve from my very very drunk sister during her bachelorette party! Drunk people annoy me, I get even more annoyed if I am refused alcohol, but mostly annoyed when I am hungry.\n\nSo when My soon to be wed sister yells, I need my Id(to go to the slippery noodle) and follows that with I can't even see you right now... Food is a better choice than alcohol.",
"OK I have to say that when I come to Indy for a convention, I get happy because i know that I get to eat White Castle. 24hr baby...jalapeno burgers.\n\nI would like to say that they waste an EXTREMELY large amount of paper by wrapping each TINY burger in a cardboard cover. Dudes, I'm not going to deny your burgers if you wrap them in paper, or 2 in a bag, or a bag o' dozen. Seriously I love your burgers but get green(er) and stop the paper waste.\n\nI would totally give you 5 stars but I take back one for the absolute waste of paper.\n\nEvery time I come to Indy for a convention, I have to come here.",
"There isnt much open downtown at 3am with a drive-thru, so we hit up this White Caste. We ordered just sides - onion rings, french fries, maybe jalepeno poppers - only to get to the window and get a drink - which we did not order and like 5 cheeseburgers...which was fine with me since i was paying and that wrong order was cheaper than our original order and my drunk friends didnt notice. But the employeee at the window was really friendly. Extra star for a smiling 3am White Castle employee!",
"I came to Indianapolis for a Star Wars convention, and happened to pass by this White Castle on my way to the hotel. I've always wanted to try their food because of Harold and Kumar. I've had the frozen White Castle burgers they sell at the market and those suck.\n\nAfter I got my fill of Star Wars, we took a walk to White Castle. I must say that I was a bit disappointed. The burgers I ate weren't much better than the frozen blocks I've had before. Still, it was an experience to behold. I guess if you grew up on this stuff you would crave it, much like I crave a Tommy's hamburger.\n\nWhat's funny is that the only other customers in the restaurant were some fellow Star Wars fans from San Francisco that I knew, and some bums.\n\nI wasn't sure where this WC was, so I asked the Concierge at our hotel:\nMe: \"Where's White Caslte near here, we want to try it!?\"\nHim: \"Where are you from?\"\nMe: \"L.A... Los Angeles\"\nHim: \"You have In-N-Out, you don't want to go to White Castle\"\n\nI have picture of my wife and myself at this White Castle in my profile pics. See! It was a memorable experience.",
"Its a White Castle! Ya love them or hate them. But, on occasion, I like to have a few sliders. Or one of their yummy breakfast sandwiches. The quality is good here. Do NOT, I repeat, DO NOT go to the one on Illinois & 16th! Stick with this store. The one on Illinois is full of employees who don't give a S#$T about you or your food. Go here...you'll be happy with the experience. I recommend it.",
"After seeing the movie Harold and Kumar go to White Castle I had to stop by and see what these little burgers were all about. I also saw a food channel segment on White Castle and it showed how all the little burgers were made so I had to try one. \n\nI ordered the 4 burger meal and it came with a crinkle fries and a drink. I have to say that I though 4 mini burgers would not be enough for me but I was actually full after eating my meal. The little burgers were really tasty and the grilled onions make a huge difference. I also like the fact that the buns are steamed and are soft and warm.\n\nDefinitely will be back if I'm ever in town again.",
"Yep, back in Indy for Gen Con. I'm actually glad that I only get White Castle once a year or so. The Jalapeno burgers are so good but they would do me harm if I lived close by.\n\nAlso, the Barq's Red Cream soda! I've never had this before!\n\nPlease please, you've got to reduce the amount of paper waste you guys produce. I'm sorry but I had to decrease my review to 3 stars because each little tiny burger has a cardboard holder just as big. I have never seen such waste in a fast food joint before.",
"I grew up on White Castles and can attest to their addictive nature. The soft steamed bun, the little square hamburger with the holes punched in it, covered with cooked onion bits. Heaven in a white cardboard box!\n\nHow devoted are White Castle lovers? When I lived in Las Vegas years ago, one of the casinos had a weekly White Castle night, serving sandwiches flown in from Chicago. Hundreds of locals went to the casino each week to gobble down the beloved sliders!\n\nWhite Castle also serves fish nibblers - breaded fish nuggets - which are fairly tasty. Alas, they only serve them during Lent in Indianapolis. In Ohio, however, they're available year round. Heck, they're available year round in Richmond, IN. Weird. Maybe we should send White Castle a petition!"
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"stopped in for lunch. Greated and seated promptly. Drink order taken and delivered promptly but took a bit for her to come back to take the order. Free chips and salsa but the salsa was bland. Had the fajita quesedilla (sp). Was large and plenty of cheese but the steak was bland. didnt taste any fajita seasoning at all. No hot sauces on the table like most Mexican restaurants. Had to ask for it and I was half way through the meal before she brought it. It was hot though, just the way I like it. Price was a bit high compared to others in the area. Overall it was ok, will try them again. Oh, they dont have a liquor license yet so no margaritas but they are waiting on the city/state to approve it.",
"Our family eats there weekly. The staff is great and our kids are welcome. We have 5 kids and everyone has their own \"usual\" meal there. Food is consistently good and recently has been definitely above average tasting. New location but still the same \"Mexicali\" feel. Wouldn't pass up an opportunity to eat there. We have celebrated birthday parties, anniversaries, and events with groups large and small. One of my favorites. Try the #46 (with steak) or #49. Fish tacos range from decent to amazing. #44 is always a great option. Enjouy.",
"This is a great lunch spot during the week. The service is quick and the staff is friendly. The food is about what you would expect from a well-run privately owned Mexican restaurant - you know, the usual characters on the menu. Try the chimichanga, it's pretty good.",
"Food was decent, service was ... well, we were all but forgotten about. It made what should have been a half-hour dinner into more than an hour. We had all but cleaned our own table by the time someone came over to us.",
"Mexicali was an anchor for it's former location further south on Carouthers. We visited there with friends and for lunch meetings since 2000 when it first opened. \n\nAt the former location the service was outstanding, the two brothers that ran/owned it, were always there and things were efficient. It was also a friendly happy place. Only one member of the former staff seems to have made it to the new location.\n\nThe service is now terrible and the staff is devoid of anything resembling hospitality. The food is still decent, but it was never any better than any of the other white-plate Mexican places, the draw was the service and atmosphere.\n\nThe reason we'll never be back is that each time we've gone to the new location, maybe three times, there's been a table of 'friends of employees' sitting around looking at you waiting for the server to come back by to chat. It's like you're being stared at as soon as you walk in by a table of people that are obviously just there hanging out with employees. We never saw this once at the previous locale and no professionally managed business allows this.",
"Mexican food in Brentwood. Lots of choices at Brentwood prices.",
"I LOVE Mexicali Grill! We visit frequently and the service and food are outstanding! Saturday nights from 6-9 they have live music and Sunday nights are kids night, both have great performers!",
"Food was just okay. Queso was very thin and runny. Service was poor. Waiter never brought straws for our drinks even after we asked. Too many other good Mexican restaurants in the area so I don't think we\"ll be going back.",
"We decided to try a different Mexican restaurant other than Cozymels. Bad decision! Mexicali grill wasn't very good. I ordered a fajita quesadilla - the meat was good, but they used white processed American cheese instead of cheddar. I don't understand why most Mexican restaurants in Nashville use this white processed cheese. They need to go out west and take cooking classes from restaurants in Colorado, California, or Arizona. My husband ordered a combo meal and said it was okay, but he didn't like the chips or salsa. The margaritas weren't that good and were expensive! The service was the only positive thing and earned the restaurant 2 stars instead of 1. Also, if you don't have kids stay away on Sunday night.",
"Friendly staff, good service, good food...have only been twice, but will go back again."
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"Spectacular coffee made through a \"24-hour drip\" process. A must-try for coffee lovers.",
"We checked this place out because it was known to serve taiwanese food. There wasn't much of a selection, a few good beef/seafood noodle soup dishes and that's about it. They have these elegant siphon cofee makers that drip slowly to make the smoothest, richest cofee you'll ever have. Mmmmmm. Definitely check this place out if you love coffee.",
"If you stop by Philadelphia's Chinatown then you must drop by Ray's Cafe & Teahouse. Sporting an elegant, cozy seating environment (something like Starbucks minus the couches) - they offer the best coffee I have ever had to date. (Much much better than those franchise coffee places) \n\nTheir coffee is bred to perfection as you literally taste every drop that goes through your mouth. When you are done, you feel so energized and satisfied that you will probably order another one. \n\nI had the Hawaiian (their top of their line coffee aka the \"King\" of coffee) served very elegantly in small tray which also comes with a delicious cookie. Wow, halfway through it my mind just lit up and I could not stop smiling. \n\nI also ordered a regular ice coffee which was very delicious, and ice coffee with vanilla ice cream which was just as great. But it is their hot coffee which shines the most. \n\nOne drawback is you will pay a price - it is very expensive. The Hawaiian cost 7 dollars for a mere cup. (literally, a cup) But, if you make this an occasional trip - it won't hurt you but only give you instant satisfaction. Their ice coffee runs about 5 dollars and you won't get much either but to me it was worth the experience for a traveler. \n\nOne more thing I highly recommend as your are sipping their delicious coffee. Actually, two. First, I highly recommend you to try their Dumpling Sampler - which 5 different sets of delicious dumplings. I mean - these aren't your regular asian dumplings - they are made to literal perfection and when combined with their two different sauces - only pushes it beyond perfection.The Dumpling Sampler includes 2 Veggies(very very good), 2 fried curry chicken (very good and crispy), 2 chicken ( the most average ) , 2 pork with leek (very good), and one more which I forgot. They are also beautifully served in a traditional chinese dish, and a marvel because all come in different colors! \n\nAgain, you pay the price because it cost $7.50 for 10 dumplings. Second, try their smoothies! I had a mango smoothie and I was stunned that they also produce smoothies as good as their coffee!\n\nRemember to visit when in Philly! I'll add pictures of their food and storefront soon.\n\nP.S - They take credit cards on orders 15 dollars and over combined. Also, I saw many people did not leave tips because they feel they are at a Starbucks environment; but please leave tips because you are being served. This is not Starbucks.",
"I was in Philadelphia for a conference a week or so back, and I picked this place as a non-tourist eatery for a lunch meeting based on the Yelp reviews, and I'm very glad I did. Go go gadget Yelp!\n\nThe menu goes on for miles and miles, with many different Chinese cuisine options. We were there for lunch, so I had the dumpling sampler lunch special. Lunch began with an adorable plate holding a tea cup and a little cookie, (much like the little dipped-and-sprinkled cookies you get in Italian bakeries), which I saved for last. This was followed by a cutie little cup of fabulous vegetarian Hot and Sour Soup (I was surprised there was so much egg in the soup, perhaps it's a south-of-NY thing?).\n\nThe dumplings are not small, and it's a really nice variety of chicken, pork, and veggie dumplings. The chicken curry dumplings were deep fried, the rest were the standard doughy pan-fried style, and all of them were yummy delish *and* filling. A lovely dish carrying two sweet and decorative cups of dipping sauces -- one hot saucy and the other more the dark soy sauce style -- which were really a nice accompaniment to the dumplings.\n\nThe service was quite good, and very sweet. An older woman took the order, while a very tall younger woman stood beside her; for the rest of the meal, the younger woman did most of the dish carrying. We wanted for nothing our entire meal, and they seemed nicely sensitive to our conversation when it came to food delivery.\n\nFor lunchtime place, I'd highly recommend it. The next time I'm in Philly, I'll definitely go back. :)",
"I first came across this coffee shop just wondering around chinatown and wanted a cup of coffee. I got the mochachino and it was great. After reading all the reviews on yelp, i wanted to go back and try their dumplings. I cant say its the best dumplings ive had but it does serve my dumpling cravings. I do like the curry chicken dumpling and the different colors of the different dumplings. I also tried their beef noodle soup and its yummy. Of course i couldnt have gone w/o ordering another cup of coffee and again i was satisfied =) their coffee is really good!!!! i like it better than regular starbucks for sure.",
"Has there been a place that you find completely amazing, yet few people know of...so it feels almost like your own special secret? This is how Ray's feels to me. Few times have I visited while other people were there. I feel like its location amidst the sea of thousands of Chinese food restaurants in Chinatown has kept it a secret. \n\nI love coffee...and thought I was well-versed and somewhat of a connoisseur, yet I knew nothing of the siphon coffee they prepare at Ray's. They have a bunch of specialty blends (like the $8.50/cup Jamaican Blue Mt), and also a bunch of their own blends (like the \"Philadelphia\" and \"New York\" blends). Each coffee on the menu highlights a different attribute in the bean/blend (acidity, smoothness...) so there is something for everyone! \n\nSo here's the process: A specific amount of the whole bean of the blend/bean of your choice is weighed out, then ground, and placed in what looks like a vacuum filter from a chemistry lab. A flask with water is then placed over a flame with the vacuum filter (containing the coffee) placed on top of it. When the water in the flask boils it travels up into the filter, mixing with the coffee. They stir with what looks like a paintbrush, and when the flame is turned off the now-brewed coffee travels back down into the flask! It's about a 5 minute affair, and what comes out is perfection. Served in a beautiful cup, with a tiny pail of heavy cream and delicious cookie, it is heaven. \n\nI'm not done yet! The food is friggin AWESOME! I ALWAYS order the shrimp curry rice noodles because it's sooo gooooood! I've eaten some of my friends tofu dishes they ordered and they were delish as well. It tastes so clean and simple, like you're getting a home cooked Taiwanese meal. There's always a bunch of young guys working there and they just hang out, which makes me think they're a family. That is great :' ) \n\nYou can buy the coffee beans there too, and I would insanely recommend buying the Ray's House blend. It is easily one of the most delicious coffees. It is extremely fragrant but delicate, and has good hints of caramel and hazelnut. Seriously amazing, I would actually prefer their blend to the Jamaican Blue Mountain! I WORK in a coffee place and am heading there tomorrow to buy a bag-o-beans! \n\nCheck it out, but PLEASE don't make it a trendy hipster hot spot. No V-necks allowed.",
"I thought that I knew amazing Chinese restaurants. I thought I knew the coffeehouses that used the best preparation methods. And I thought that I would never see a Chinese restaurant combined with a coffeehouse vibe that could actually be good. But one stop here for lunch has single handedly taught me otherwise.\n\nI met up with Eric F. and Aaron O. for some lunch and I can honestly say that it was an one of the most uplifting experiences in coffee drinking that I've ever had. I was tempted to go for all and try the Jamaican Blue Mountain, but just saying Brazilian Bourbon Santos rolled off my tongue and into my tastebuds, so it was an easy sale. It was easily the strongest yet smoothest cup I've ever had, and the tray and cup, and delicious butter cookie that it came with would make any tea set collector jealous. and lets just say that siphoning system is a sight that you need to see for yourself.\n\nThe food is delicious in it's own right too. I went with the chow fun fried rice which was ripe with chicken, shrimp, egg, onion, and peas (pork for you if you want it but none for me.). The service was also perfect in every detail, especially when they bought out the complimentary fruit at the end. I'm sold!",
"Wow. I really like this place. I only got an iced green tea. I just love that it doesn't feel all stereotypical and chinatown-y and that they were playing pearl jam when I came in. \n\nThe iced green tea was really good too.",
"This is not your typical Chinatown restaurant. If you are looking for MSG, greasy standards, you are at the wrong place. \n\nRay's is a cozy cafe that I visit at least once a week. They serve a variety of dishes in REASONABLE portions. The lady that works there is so nice, and ensures that when I go with my boyfriend he gets the masculine blue dishes, while I get the flowery feminine dishes. It's the details like that that make Ray's my favorite place to go.",
"This cafe gets top marks as a Chinese restaurant and as a coffeehouse.. The coffee is the best I have ever experienced."
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"Really great sushi bar. Great ambiance, great food, and the owners (husband and wife) are sweat as can be. I ordered the shaggy dog and salmari roll and they were both perfect. Exactly what I wanted. i am so happy this place opened up. I've been looking for a new sushi bar to be a regular at. I think I found the one. I'd give it 6 starts if I could.",
"This place is a hidden gem!!!!!\nThe sushi amazing, I highly recommend this restaurant to anybody in search of high end sushi.",
"BEST SUSHI I HAVE EVER HAD!\n\nPlease do you self a favor and visit this gem of Clearwater. It is owned by Chef James and his wife Elizabeth. The menu items are creative and original and are coupled with traditional favorites that you are sure to LOVE. Make sure you try the surf and turf roll as it is the best roll I have ever had!",
"James W Keene the Third gets five stars for several factors.\n\nFriendly owner one-on-one conversation, flavor of his sauces, the calming blue decor, stunning one-of-a-kind bar, and the biggest factor is that he is open at 2:00 on Saturday. The bistro is also open for lunch mid week.\n\nMy wife and I have had an opportunity to have several of his unique rolls. You will be entertained by the variety of names he has for each roll. You might like the Shaggy Dog, the Main Event, the Ragin Cajun, or any of the thirty plus rolls he has developed. \n\nThey serve cucumber water if you are thirsty, and have a nice Saki, wine, and beer list too.\n\nYou will enjoy this experience.",
"Can't agree more with every review here. We had a wonderful dinner and the chef/owner and our server were very gracious, informative and fun. The freshness of the ingredients is very obvious and the challenge in finding a sushi place that delivers up this level of quality fish and veggies is one reason we haven't been doing sushi much lately. \n\nThis will change now that we have found Pisces! Make sure you get the tuna guacamole... what an amazing idea!",
"Amazing. We were on our way down to Dunedin when I said are you hungry he says ya I said me too, we just passed a sushi place... Let me \"yelp\" it and I see it has 5 stars and so of course we MUST try it right that second, turn around and head back, and so glad that we did!!!\n\nIt is an adorable little place! It is a hidden gem just like many other great sushi places but I have to say this is the best hidden gem we have found! \n\nFirst off the atmosphere is somewhere between cozy and contemporary with a hip feel to it. The sushi bar is cute, I like the decor, the fact you are sitting on more of a bar stool then a small chair is pretty awesome. The fish behind the clean glass just screams fresh. We couldn't wait to try it but we also had a hard time making up our minds.\n\nMeanwhile the owners wife who is very very sweet explains the menu a little bit which even though we do sushi quite a lot it is nice because she was not pretentious or rude she was very friendly and helpful, we don't know every little word when it comes to sushi so having her input was just great. She is a sweetheart! The service was unheard of, seriously, she is quick, she is nice about everything she is friendly - these guys know what they are doing. We were the only people in there at 945 pm but I can imagine even when it gets busy she is working hard to make sure everyone is happy.\n\nSo after much debate we go with 4 rolls, spicy tuna, Aphrodite, crabulous, and a Mexican fusion I cannot remember the name...also I ordered the yellowtail appetizer with jalapeños. \n\nThe owner (chef) is awesome! He's quick but not too quick, he takes care to add the details, the sauces - they are amazing. Oh I must say that it is very nice when a place brings you out a special little dish as an appetizer - I can't remember the name but they were like flash fried rice fritter things, very tasty! So the chef was very friendly and we always sit at the sushi bar at places because we like to know the chef, most chefs do not speak much at all, and the atmosphere is not quite as friendly, inviting, or personal, but Pisces is all that. They are very nice, approachable, talkative, (I assume less when very busy but that is to be expected) it was awesome to have a little bit of company as we are interested in those around us and we appreciate the bit of back story about the bistro and the owners. It turns out we had a little in common so it was a pleasure meeting this great couple, and we wish them all the best with their fabulous new place!\n\nNow of course the food, sorry as I like to leave long reviews especially on places that were amazing! The food is both classic sushi and a FABULOUS fusion of many other flavors from around the world!! You absolutely cannot go wrong here. Many places have fused and failed but Pisces has it spot on! The flavors of the sauces and the fresh ingredients is hands down the best sushi we have had, the fish is fresh, it looks good, it tastes good, even the garnish is good! I have never seen my husband eat his sashimi garnish - but he had to fight me for these bits of cabbage! Try the Greek fusion roll Aphrodite, and one of the Mexican fusion rolls - these are just WOW. And so much stuffed into them - very filling and worth every penny and more. My husband said that was the best spicy tuna he had had! \n\nSo over all if we could rate this little piece of heaven a hundred stars we would, but we only get 5 so Picses - keep up the great work and we hope your place makes millions as it is truly a gem! \n\nWhen we come back to Florida you are on our \"must eat there\" list, we know we will miss you back in SC!!!!!\n\nThank you!",
"So, my friend called me up a couple days ago and said I've just had the best sushi I've ever had and I'm not gonna lie, I kind of doubted him. Just because most places are pretty similar and don't really go out of the normal box. Oh boy was I wrong.\n\nSo, we walked in and seem to miss the earlier crowd so naturally we were pretty skeptical. I have to say though the place was more modern then your typical sushi restaurant so I'm was pretty into that. We were welcomed right away and made room for our large group. They gave us complementary fried rice balls with a nice aoli. They were very good. \n\nNow looking at the menu I noticed right away this wasn't your average sushi restaurant. The menu had all different kinds of dishes from duck confit egg rolls, chimichurri flank steak to very inventive sushi rolls. A couple of us got the ginger salad. It was really good bc they used fresh greens, avocado, tomato, cucumber and almonds. We decided to order 4 rolls for 3 of us and that's when I realized. This is the best sushi I've ever had!! Everything was so good and fresh! We got the salmurai, Manhattan, surf and turf and the Dunedin dream. All very good in different ways. Everyone around the table were also just as pleased as I was and were saying how amazing their rolls were too. I will be back very soon and can't wait to try other things.",
"Been here twice, both times for dinner. The sushi is always fresh, made to order, by the owner/sushi chef. This family run and owned place is strong on ambiance, the food is very appealing just sitting on the plate. Almost too pretty to eat, except that I know it's going to be another exceptional piece of sushi hitting my palate. YUM! \n\nHoping this place really takes off just so they stick around a while, yet I like not having to fight crowds to get in.",
"I first tried Pisces at the Taste of Dunedin festival. I was super impressed. We went to the restaurant tonight for my mom's birthday. I had the Maine lobster special roll at the taste event and it was amazing but I wanted to try something different. I read the description of crabulous (spelling?) and it sounded amazing. Well, it was mind-blowing!! It was one of the best rolls I have ever had! I was so impressed! The flavor was so crazy that it didn't need soy sauce. I mean literally soy sauce would have taken away from the flavor! Really. My mom had a different roll with smoke salmon that was equally spectacular. They serve these yummy rice balls as a complimentary appetizer, so good!!\n\nI knew I wanted saki but couldn't decide which one. Our waitress suggested a saki flight. All three were really good but the plum was fantastic! It was so light and refreshing, sweet but not too sweet.\n\nThe waitress let us know a desert would be complimentary since we were celebrating a birthday. We ordered the creme brulee flight. It had espresso, vanilla, green tea, and ginger. All were so good but the ginger was my favorite!!\n\nOh... I almost forgot about the salad. The ginger dressing on the salad was SO good! It was the best ginger dressing I have ever had.\n\nOur meal was amazing from start to finish! James was thoughtful and inviting. This place was needed in Dunedin! I believe Pisces will be a permanent part of the amazing Dunedin restaurant scene!! This is by far the best sushi place I have been to in a long time! Bravo!!",
"Wife and I love great sushi and moreover great service. This establishment has both in abundance. \nLoved the small town feel of husband and wife team running this special place, obvious that much pride has gone into creating a welcoming sushi experience. \n\nOur lunch was 9.95 two maki and soup or salad.\n\nI chose the salad, a far cry from the usual iceberg bowl with ginger dressing. It was generous and outstanding home crafted dressing was light and appropriate.\n\nOur sushi was artistically presented, not much more that could have been done. \n\nI am looking forward to returning for dinner with the prospect of testing some of the specialty rolls that are featured."
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"Pickles is a great sandwich place. It's not the cheapest, but it's worth it. They slice the meat and make what you want right in front of you...the sandwiches are also fairly large, so you could probably get two meals out of your visit. The specials of the day are worth checking out...the Reuben is awesome. Ask about the soups of the day, the owner makes them himself...the only thing is the hours are kind of limiting. I'm not sure what exactly they are, but sometimes when I'm expecting Pickles to be open, it's not.",
"I have been hearing nothing but amazing things about this place, and everyone that steered me here was genuinely correct. \n\nThe thing I like best about this place has to be the bread selection. You can get your sandwich on anything from a Kaiser Roll to a Pretzel, a bagel or your standard white bread. It's awesome...I have never had a PBJ on a pretzel....it was the perfect combination of salty and sweet heaven....you must try this...it's a vegetarian's dream. \n\nThey have awesome sides that are not standard deli fare either: great stuff like hummus and pita, dill potato salad...it's amazing...oh, and the soups are divine...ask first what is vegetarian...you would be surprised what has beef stock in it if you are conscious of that sort of thing. \n\nThis is a nice little addition to the neighborhood and another great little sandwich shop for me to add to my list of excellent things on bread places. \n\nJust good luck with the parking....",
"I honestly could find nothing wrong with this place. The reason? Probably because I wasn't looking. Also probably because this place had nothing wrong with it that I could see. This place was great! I was drawn here by the previous reviewer who mentioned something about pretzel bread. Anyone who has read my reviews, or knows me but at all, knows that I will give close to anything for a soft pretzel. I love them, I love them so much that even though I just ate an amazing BLT on fresh delicious pretzel bread from this deli, I could still easily eat more soft pretzels right now a couple hours later. ...and then some more later on tonight.\n\nOk, enough about pretzels. I was able to sample a couple of different things from here, thanks to the group of ladies that came with me. Between us we had the reuben on marble rye, egg salad on pretzel bread (!!), a turkey sandwich, hummus and pita bread, dill pickle chips, enchilada chips, and crab chips. Chips as in potato chips. Everyone loved everything. Everything was delish.\n\nIt took us a good long while to decide what we wanted, and the staff was pleasant and friendly and patient, answering our questions and making suggestions. I even spoke to the owner for a couple minutes about how I found this place on Yelp, and he was intrigued and grateful. I think it's a pretty new place, and I'm glad to try and get them a lot of business. \n\nPickles was pretty great, go there!",
"Everything I've sampled has been top notch! Definitely high quality food. Unfortunately the price you pay reflects that. $11 for a sandwich and cup of soup seems a little high to me - especially when you can get the India Rasoi buffet for the same price right across the street....\nIt is close to my work so parking isn't an issue for me, but if you're driving in - good luck!",
"I was really excited to try Pickles, partially because I love deli food, and also because it's conveniently right on my way home. I went twice, and both times was disappointed in my food. The initial visit, I had the Reuben. It was decent but not overall wonderful. It was messy to eat, and not in one of those \"This is so delish that the mess is worth it\", but more.. \"This is a struggle to eat and enjoy\". The fact that I took my sandwiches home both time may have had an impact on this area. \n\nMy second trip there, I ordered the greek salad on flatbread with no olives. While the bread was wonderful, and the greens nice, my request for no olives got lost somewhere along the way and the taste was ruined for me. \nI will agree that the staff seem very nice and the chip selection and whatnot are good, but for the price and overall satisfaction, I would rather walk a little further down and hit Companion or go the other way for Bread Co instead.",
"My Italian sub was stacked so high with meat I had trouble getting it in my mouth.....that's what she said.\n\nBut no, seriously, this is a fine little deli. Although it's a bit pricey, you're getting some tasty sandwiches, made with fresh meats and served on quality bread. And a cool abstract-pickle-painted wall.",
"My wife and i visited this awesome little deli this summer. There are many reasons why this deli stands apart from others, the food is amazing, the staff make you feel like you're a regular on your first visit, and the restaurant itself is spotless. I had a Rueben and my wife had a Philly cheese steak. Both of these were THE BEST we've ever eaten. They also have many environmentally friendly strategies employed in their business, down to the bio-degradable potato forks!\n\nIf you're looking for a clean, friendly, delicious deli in St. Louis, Pickles is IT.",
"Great Ruben, great Cuban, they are so good I haven't even tried anything else. If it was a little bit cheaper it would be a 5 star.",
"Can't believe it took me so long to check out Pickles. Went today and had the Cuban (delish) with a side of red potato & dill potato salad - definitely some of the best potato salad I've ever had. And the bread and butter pickles they gave me as garnish were high-quality homemade. The staff was very friendly and efficient. The prices are a little high, but you get a lot of portion and flavor for your money, so it's worth it. Can't wait to go back and try a couple different sandwiches. This would be very good hangover-cure food. Too bad they're not open on Sundays!",
"My boyfriend and I were crying tears of joy as we ate two of the best sandwiches St. Louis has to offer.\n\nI'm pregnant, and the only thing you can get me to eat these days are sandwiches, cheesesteaks and reubens... yeah, I eat like a trucker...\n\nAnyway, we had been on a crusade for the perfect sandwich until we revisited Pickles. \n\nThe cheesesteak was served on soft flaky French bread and smothered in a three cheese blend... there were no banana peppers, which made me sad, but the meat was so tender.... oh man, it was delish.\n\nThe reuben was the reason we ventured to the CWE. The corned beef was piled on... I could barely finish... but I mustered the will power to gorge myself full.\n\nI couldn't stop there.\n\nThe hummus was made IN HOUSE and served with warm little pita points... \n\nnom nom nom nom\n \nget in your car or on your bike and go. now."
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"This place is a gem. 2nd day open and a party of 11 but the service was fantastic and the food delicious. Chef RJ Cooper and Chef Jeff are superstars. Trendy it will soon become. Go now.",
"OH YES. I visited Henley on a Sunday night for dinner and very much enjoyed my experience. The decor was thoughtfully designed and executed - unique and modern/rustic (if that makes sense) without going over the top hipster. The food was wonderful as were the cocktails. The \"plates\" are sized like regular European main dishes but may seem a bit small compared to what you're used to. It is best to get a few to share with the table. I'd say 1.5 per person would be equivalent to a average American-sized meal. The menu was a solid combination of creativity and just good ol' cooking. The only weird part of the dinner was that the waiter for much of the time stood like 10 feet from us looking in our direction. It was a bit uncomfortable. The restaurant was not busy as it just opened and it was late on a Sunday, so maybe he just didn't have all that much else to do. Also, the valet (through the Kimpton) ended up costing $5 even though there was no sign and the valet guy never said anything about it until pick up. Annoying.",
"Catbird seat used to be my favorite restaurant in town, now it's Henley. Everything that comes out of the kitchen and bar is so surprising and fresh and creative. Don't overlook the house made sourdough with whipped beef fat.",
"Perfect for locals and visitors alike. The food is incredible--one of the top places in Nashville. Great drinks too! This place didn't skip out on hiring great staff. Very impressed. \n\nSee picture below to get a small glimpse of how the Bear Creek Farm Short Rib will make you feel. \n\nFive stars for sure.",
"Chef RJ is a Jedi Knight when it comes to amazing, creative and delicious food. The Minute you walk into the restaurant, you know you are somewhere special. The spirits/decor are \"top shelf\", Service 5* and a must dine experience.",
"Definitely the worst tapas restaurant in Nashville. The waiter was nice, but when it takes an hour from handing over your card to pay and leaving there are issues. His manager actually made the situation worse. The most hilarious part about waiting an hour to pay is that you can't order a drink from the bar and pay there. The drink has to be transferred over to your server. Keep in mind the server has been trying to close you out for an hour. A few of the dishes were ok. None were great. And some were disgusting. (Oysters) Cool vibe inside. Great location. But, the food and service are what keep the doors open.",
"I gave this place a shot with my boyfriend and 2 of our friends after seeing that it had opened on NashvilleGuru. I was so pleasantly surprised and the experience was nothing short of memorable. The attention to detail in the decor was impressive, and made it feel more like a dining experience than just a meal. The finishes, from the leather booth seats to the marble counter, were all high end. The menu had a good variety of items and all were very tasty! My only critique would be that there were some, but not a ton, non-meat options on the menu but there was definitely some on there. Very attentive and professional staff. Overall a great experience and we will be going back.",
"Can't get a reservation? Here's a secret, you're adjusts welcome to eat at the bar, and the service is 5 stars, plus great whiskey and incredible cocktails!",
"This place was ok. Definitely not in my top 10 in Nashville. The space itself is beautiful and the staff was welcoming. We walked in at 8:30pm on a Saturday night and were seated immediately. \n\nThe menu is kind of weird. It's a bunch of small plates that don't really tell you anything. The guy who filled our water said 4-6 plates would be good for 3 people. The server said we needed \"at least 8 plate, probably 10. 6 if you get a communal platter.\" \nThe small plates range from $10-25. Communals are $50-60. \n\nThe plates: good but overpriced. The spaghetti one was good and the pasta was fresh. The heirloom one was good but it was $12 for 3 thin slices of tomato and a little ricotta. \nThe short rib was really good and actually a lot of meat. The tenneshooto ham was very good as well. \n\nOverall, I won't go back. $200 for 3 people with 2 drinks total. My guess is all the 5 star reviews are people who like to spend hundreds of dollars each meal and rent a 600 sqft apartment for $2,500/mo in the Gulch. ¯\\_(ツ)_/¯ \n\nI would much rather go to Rolf & Daughters or Butchertown Hall and spend less money for better food.",
"We had a great time at Henley. At first a tiny bit hard to find by car, but was able to spot it on foot. Loved the Art Deco with a splash of decadence and pop art decor. Everything was pretty fantastic from the metal straws in the cocktails to the glassware, attire and of course the food. There were so many things we wanted to try so the small plates were perfect. Favorites included the short ribs communal dish, chicken fried chanterelles with grits side and the trout plate. Friendly, not pretentious and delicious. Definitely will go back!"
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"Inexpensive, quick and big portions of good food. I have tried several other Chinese places in the area and this is my favorite.",
"This is a great Chinese restaurant. The inside is nothing special, but their food is best as take-out. I usually get the sesame chicken and an order of fried rice or Lo-Mien both of which are good; I like the House Special. \n\nThe prices are good and the portions are fantastic. A large sesame chicken feeds my girlfriend and I and we always have one plate leftover. \n\nI think I can honestly say they have the best Chinese food I have ever eaten. I get it a few times a month because it's great food at cheap prices.",
"Great food, best value in the area. It's primarily take out, only 3 tables, and very plain interior. Fast and dependable and I always have leftovers.",
"Can't go wrong with this take out Chinese place. Food is ready in 10 min, the prices are around 7 bucks for a combo. Also, you can substitute your egg roll for a soup, and if you like your food spicy like I do, they can add some heat to your dish. I can eat a lot and I usually can't eat a whole combo meal in one sitting.",
"Great Chinese style fast food. Very big portions and low prices. The inside is a bit depressing, but as far as Chinese take-out this place takes the cake. Every order is cooked fresh. I'm not saying this is the best Chinese I've ever had, but it's definitely the best shrimp and broccoli I've ever had take-out or not. \n\nMy husband, who usually eats 2-3 portions of everything, can share a large shrimp and broccoli with me. And, usually we still have some left over. Their sweet an sour pork is fried light and crispy, as are the egg rolls. I'm a suck for the wanton soup and the shrimp or pork fried rice. They only sell soft drinks by the can or 20 ounce. \n \nGood, fast food. Friendly service. Open on Christmas eve! Not to mention one of the first places to re-open post Katrina(take-out is a must when you have no fridge). Nothing bad to say about this place. I will continue to frequent this establishment!",
"Great take place for Chinese. Very reasonable price and friendly people.",
"I love the double delight szechuan style!",
"They are a good place to get Chinese take out. And kitchen is the right term for them. You really can't call it a restaurant. There are a couple of tables where you can sit and eat, but usually the chairs are occupied by people waiting on their take out orders to come out of the kitchen.\n\nWe tend to order a combination plate to go with an extra egg roll (only one comes with the plate). Sometimes we'll add a cup of Wonton Soup or some Crab Rangoon to the order. No matter what we do, there is always too much food left over so we have enough for a filling lunch the next day. The menu is fairly extensive, but we tend to stick to a much smaller subset, like the Shrimp Chow Mein, Kung Po Chicken, or Sweet and Sour Pork plates. Call ahead and there is almost no waiting on your food. They only sell soft drinks by the can or bottle.",
"Hong Kong Kitchen..\nAll I can say, is it is a good, as close as it has gotten so far in NOLA\nTo the Chinatowns of Boston, Seattle and NYC..\nI had the Combo Egg Foo Young, Very Tasty..\nThe Crab Rangoon, were also, awesome..\nThe fried Dumplings, true to form,\nThe steamed Dumplings, very tasty..\nNot too fancy, but good, tasty food.\nI am still on a quest to find good Chinese food on NOLA, without\nHaving to go as far as NOLA East, or Chalmette..\nThe quest goes on, although this place, satiated my appetite for the time being.\nStay Easy NOLA, stay Easy\nB.E.D.",
"Great take out Chinese food! We order a few times a month- fast and delicious. The owners are friendly and the take out is quick."
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"Hands down the best Chinese food in town. Everything is amazing.",
"It seems like Chinese food in Tucson is often hit or miss... I've been going to Peking Palace for over 10 years and there have been a few misses over time, but far more hits. The Szechuan beef is amazing and the standards (fried rice, lo mein, spring rolls) are all very good too. I've never had anything end up being overly oily/greasy like I have at so many other places in town.",
"This is some of the best chinese I've ever had. Possibly THE best. The food is always hot enough to almost burn your mouth and is so fresh. It's also very light - I never wanna sleep for hours after eating there like I do at other Chinese places. Can't say enough good about it. Go try it for yourself!!!",
"I've eaten at this establishment for many years. The food is great the prices are very affordable and the people there are nice. Love this place",
"I've been visiting Peking Palace infrequently for many years. (I'd go more often if I lived closer.) Every time has been a pleasure -- the food is the best Chinese I've had in Tucson, the service is terrific, and the price is right for what you get.\n\nThe sesame chicken and Mongolian beef are my favorite dishes. The meats are great quality compared to most chinese restaurants. They have an appetizer sampler (Peking Platter) that's great to share with a hungry dinner date.\n\nThe booth seating aren't the most comfortable, but the food and service make up for that minor flaw.",
"Peking Palace has the only Chinese lunch buffet I will eat in Tucson. They actually have great food and the hot and sour soup is worth the trip across town for me. I prefer the lunch buffet, dinner here is off the menu only and I don;t think it's as good.",
"I'm only writing this review and giving it three stars because I relied on all the other reviewers who gave it so many stars. The service was great, and everyone seemed to be enjoying it, so I assume there's something good about the place.... but I really disliked my food. \n\nIn fact, I would have given it far fewer stars except that I just moved from the Pacific Northwest where you can get fantastic food of any Asian flair all the time. So, I figured I was a little skewed, and I didn't want to be too hard on the place.\n\nI just want to warn anyone like me. If you know and love really great Chinese, this might not be it. Then again, maybe the other reviewers are right and this might be the best Tucson has to offer. It seemed like everyone else was enjoying it quite a bit!",
"Best in town. Excellent lunch buffet with the best hot and sour soup anywhere. Off the menu, give the house lo-mein, sesame beef, and Yueng Yang shrimp a try. You won't be disappointed with any of them. Friendliest staff of any Chinese restaurant in Tucson.",
"Never had bad food, never!! Been going here for years not so much lately as it is a bit out of my way. \n\nHowever, if I want Chinese, good Chinese I go here. I really love everything, but must give a HUGE shout out for the egg drop soup! It has chucks of fresh tomatoes and great big shrimp, it is so delectable I can just eat that! But, I usually do splurge and get crab puffs or potstickers which are perfect never, ever greasy. \n\nAgain always fresh wonderful food.",
"I think this is the best Chinese restaurant in Tucson. \n\nTheir menu and little buffet appear to be mostly the usual Americanized Chinese food, done up better than average according to the reviews here - BUT they can also cook the real authentic Chinese stuff if you ask them, and they can do it great, and inexpensively, too. Unfortunately much of the real secret good stuff is not on the English menu, so you have to ask them for it.\n\n4 1/2 rounded up to 5. Only 4 1/2 because of the menu. Too many Chinese places do this. It's best when there is only one menu, Chinese and English, side by side."
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"What a hidden gem off the 101! I am surprised that I am the first to review about this place because usually these mom and pops eateries are favorites.\n\nGarden Market has super fresh food and I know I am never eating day old stuff (well maybe the pastries). Their food is a little over priced but I am sure that is not a problem with the clientele they serve. I know I have seen Rob Lowe there (I think he owns a house on the beach property that is walking distance)...but anyways, their standard sandwich is give or take 9 bucks, which comes with chips. My aunt raves over the chips, how it is the best, but I am pretty sure they are just Doritos haha. I have gotten their Avocado sanwich, pretty much a vegetarian sandwich and it sooo good. My aunt got the chicken salad sandwich and that was delish. Their chicken sald mix has cucumbers, nuts, chicken breast, and the chicken ain't dry at all. We also got one of their deli dishes, some shrimp/cucumber mix with cilantro in oil, soo good, but i think a small bowl of that was like $8!!!?!?!\n\nThe environment is super cute, it's like your eating in a secret garden/green house. When I looked around for a place to sit, I saw birds walking around. They had cute knick knack (but overpriced) things for sale. They have a lot of area, indoors and out. I wouldn't say this is the best place for a date, but maybe a place to take your grandma? family members?\n\nOverall, a lunch for two people cost $35...wow a lot, but the food is good, service is friendly and a cute area with a ocean view.",
"We have eated at Garden Market several times, mostly on Friday's because they have the BEST Posole Verde! \n\nToday three of us were up in Summerland at the nurseries and decided to stop in for lunch. We were pleasantly surprised they had enlarged their restaurant. Normally we would sit outside but it was a little cold and opted to sit inside the newly remodeled section. My sister had a great crab salad, cousin had a turkey sandwich with yummy corn chips and I had the Israeli Couscous salad. It was loaded with dried apricots, pecans, oranges, shredded carrots, basil in a lemony dressing. \n\nI feel their prices are pretty reasonable (my cup of couscous was only $4.25) and everything is so frest and delicious. \n\nAm looking forward to trying their breakfast items as they open at 7:00 a.m. each day. \n\nI brought extra salad to take home for my hubby!",
"My boyfriend and I just stopped at this place on the way to Santa Barbara and we will never forget it! Memorable! Beautiful! Luscious! Incredible Garden Atmosphere to sit outside and an awesome bar and huge place to eat on the inside. They are a market and a Cafe...an incredible place to eat. They have a huge selection of wine....they make GREAT food...this place is NOT TO BE MISSED! I have never stopped in Carpinteria before, but this place impressed me sooo much. I will go back again time and time again!! I am going to make this a routine stop on my travel from Orange County, CA up to Santa Barbara. We met the owner Tammy, who was so sweet, nice, friendly, and personable! She has such a quaint market. When you drive up to it, it grabs you and the Garden is amazing! The sitting area outside is Heavenly! It's steps to the sand! The Garden Market is so spectacular that you might consider bringing a camera and taking pictures! This is a \"Diamond in the Rough!\" They also sell \"Life is Good\" Clothing and Hats. I hope you love this place as much as I do! =) I would love to see them offer wine tasting and I would definitely drive up to do that!!!",
"Today my sister and I decided to stop at Garden Market on the way home from Santa Barbara.\nPozole Verde...that's what we always have...but alas, it wasn't Friday, so decided to share a turkey sandwich.\nMy sister ordered. When the order taker looked at me I told her we were going to share....and so didn't order anything.\nTurkey sandwich was pretty good. Served in two little metal baskets on a sheet of paper with about 5 chips and a pepper.\nAs we sat outside enjoying an incredible day after all the rain I happened to notice on the bill that we had been charged a $2 split charge. $2 on an $8.95 sandwich that they CUT IN HALF!!!! WTF??????\nAfter eating we stepped back inside and checked the board, paper menu and specials. Hmmmm....nothing anywhere about a split charge. So we asked. Well duh, you would have thought we were idiots. We explained. The three girls behind the counter didn't want to hear it. We were INFORMED that most restaurants do this as a matter of course. Well....I DON\"T THINK SO! Just ate at Aloha Steakhouse in Ventura. Split dinner. They split the fish, the potato...they will even split the salad. No split charge. NONE!\nBut I digress.\nSister said....geeze, it wasn't like you had to wash a plate.\nNothing. Nada......\nNOT even an I'm sorry. What they should have said was \"We should have mentioned this to you when you ordered. What can we do to make you happy? Want your $2 back?\" But nope....just kept telling us that's what a nice restaurant would do. Bla, Bla, Bla.\nWell...this isn't a NICE restaurant. It is a soup/salad/sandwich shop that serves their sandwiches on paper in a basket. \nGuess we get our Pozole Verde somewhere that doesn't charge a SPLIT charge....lol, wonder how they'd do that with soup? OMG...do you think they'd charge us for the extra spoon?",
"Have never stayed to eat, always do takeout. Nice location with easy parking. Frequent it often but am always somewhat frustrated with the amount of time it takes to order and receive food. Good not great sandwiches and salads. They do have a nice gift shop that is always entertaining while I wait but don't know if I would go out of my way to frequent if I weren't in the area.",
"Great for fresh food. I love it here because you sit in the back in their open garden. Perfect on a sunny day with some iced tea. love it! The Turkey sandwich is my fav!",
"Oh how I miss my beach days in Santa Barbara! My girlfriends (all in my profile picture) and I would frequent the garden market on a sunny afternoon. We'd buy a couple bottles of wine, some sandwiches and salads, and enjoy the afternoon in the back garden of this little shop, gossiping at a table with the ocean waves in the background. Sounds too serene to be true? You will just have to find out for yourself. I'm way overdue for an afternoon at this spot!",
"What a nice surprise. We were starving after surfing and craving some breakfast. We were thinking about heading into Santa Barbara but couldn't wait, so I pulled off at Santa Claus Lane after eyeing a sign for the BBQ joint next door.\nIt was too early for BBQ. Drat. Must try next time.\nBUT...the Garden Market was open. I looked at the blackboard and it looked awfully short, but they handed us the menu which lifted my hopes. I went with a half soup/sandwich combo - BLT & egg salad (I can never pass up egg salad, especially when combined with a salted, smoked meat) and the pozole soup. Silvio went for an omelette with spinach, feta, mushrooms and bacon. Mmmmm bacon and feta!\nI had a matte latte with soy milk. Perfect little picker upper without the coffee crack out.\nWe meandered out to the patio area which was a beautiful sanctuary. There were so many beautiful potted plants, birdbaths, a lovely fountain. There was no one out there when we found our table. There were a lot of birds that were hanging out, taking baths and just chilling. I felt like a Chinese Snow White.\nThe pozole - i wish it was more brothy. It was so loaded with cabbage, tomatoes, onions, and avocado that it was a little tough to eat, but the flavors were really good. I was eating that up with the tortilla chips on my plate.\nThe sandwich was fantastic. Their egg salad had just the right amount of dill.\nIt was wonderful to just sit there after we ate and enjoy the environment.\nI have a feeling this is going to be one of our new surf stops.",
"We came here on our way through town and stopped based on reviews from Yelp. Beautiful garden setting for lunch. We really liked it. My husband had the BLT with egg salad. He said the bacon wasn't very high quality. I had the meatloaf sandwich, and I am still dreaming about it a week later. It was that good.\n\nMy only complaint was that the prices were higher than I really think they should have been. It seems kind of outrageous to charge $10 for a sandwich, although I will pay that much for the meatloaf if I'm ever in the neighborhood again.\n\nDefinitely worth trying.",
"This place is adorable!! It's a hidden gem, LOVE sitting in the garden area its so peaceful. The Lorraine Salad is one of my fav's also the Chicken Salad Sandwich is yummy. I agree with another review about the Meatloaf Sandwich, mmmmm!! It's also fun to walk around and shop while your food is being prepared. This is definitely going to be a regular stop for us!!"
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"For those in South City, the closing of Murdoch Perk was a considerable loss. When news broke that Russell's Cafe in Fenton was possibly going to move into the old space, excitement built quickly. That excitement came to a head today at 7 am when the doors opened at Russell's on Macklind. I went for a walk this morning to check them out and see if I would have a new place to motivate me to start running again this spring. After just seconds drooling over the delicious baked goods on display, I realized that I would need to begin training for my first half marathon this year in order to try everything that they have to offer without turning into the Stay Puft Marshmallow man. \n\nThe interior is simple, charming and beautiful. The decor is like the \"best dining room on Main Street.\" Beautiful tables, plenty of light, a quaint fireplace and a long beautiful wooden countertop that houses the coffee, baked goods, and multiple cash register stations. The back wall is highlighted with a huge blackboard menu. There are just enough options to have diversity without being overwhelming or confusing. Again, simple and beautiful. The length of the room on the street side is filled with clean wine glasses and goblets just waiting to be filled after the liquor license hearing later this month. \n\nThe staff was very friendly and excited to have us in. There were two hiccups with my order. First, it slipped through the cracks and I waited about 10 minutes until they realized the problem. They rushed to get me my food and gave me a complimentary coffee while I waited. Then the owner brought my food out and it was the wrong sandwich. He apologized again. They did handle the situation with humility and I woke up with an extra dose of patience today so it was ok. But they surprised and delighted me by bringing me one of each of the four flavors of \"big\" cookies they had in the display case. Its amazing how a cookie will make a wrong right. And frankly, that level of service is what brought them to four stars today. Now, on to the good stuff...\n\nI ordered the breakfast grilled cheese. It was on a delicious french bread, not quite sourdough but maybe somewhere close to it. It also had mozzarella, tomato and scrambled eggs. What stood out about this sandwhich was that it reminded me that there is a difference between good bread and bad bread. Most bread is bad bread. Boring, lifeless, dry. This bread was awesome! I would order just the bread and be a happy camper. I also ordered a lemon zest muffin that I can't wait to try later today. They serve Kaldi's coffee which as always, is good. While I was waiting I couldn't help but just stare and drool over the rest of the baked goods. Things I will definitely going back to try include the peanut butter gooey butter cake (which considering the pan was half empty already, must be good), giant bear claws, fudge brownies and cranberry orange walnut muffins. Everything in the case was delicious. You know, when you can just look at something and see how delicious it is. When you have no doubt in your mind whether it will be too dry or too sweet because you just KNOW that its delicious without even trying it. \n\nI have no concerns about the quality of the food that will be coming out of the bakery and I am so glad to have one within walking distance again. My only concern is that enough people will stop in to see what is happening at Russell's on Macklind, but not so many people that it takes away from the bakery's simplicity. This is one of those places that I am confident will reach a 5 star rating in my book once I've gone enough times to see the consistency to have earned it. Now go, because the bread is coming out of the oven right now!",
"I'm glad to see Russell's open in the spot that used to be The Murdoch Perk. What's even better is that the food doesn't just look good, it delivers! This is a quaint, order at the counter breakfast and lunch spot that has cases of nicely presented yummy pastries, cupcakes, and other goodies(chocolate port ganache cake)! \n\nThe menu is reasonable (average $8-$9) and includes lots of sandwiches, salads, etc. The breakfast menu doesn't have your traditional breakfast platter with potatoes. It's more like breakfast sandwiches, quiche, French toast, and specialty items that you might find in a bakery. I had the breakfast pizza that had tomato, bacon, cheese, and arugula salad ($8.75). It took awhile to make, but it was very fresh, light and delish. For that freshness, I will wait. Russell's sits in the middle of the SoHa neighborhood in SW City, just down the street from The Mack, Macklind Avenue Deli, and Onesto's. O see they are applying for a liquor license. So, who knows what's next? Yum!",
"What a warm, inviting city neighborhood place this turned out to be. You feel welcomed not only by the attentive, friendly staff, but also by the exposed brick, dark oak tables, and antique fireplace. This is a classic neighborhood eatery, but one that only serves scratch-made food. They serve budget gourmet breakfast items, soups, salads, sandwiches, and other wine bar snacks, such as flatbread pizzas, cheese puffs with house made ketchup, bruschetta, cheese plate, great hummus, etc. Try the breakfast flat bread, which is original and inspired. They plan on offering a great wine and local craft beer selection soon, when their license officially arrives. There will also be specialty cocktails, such as mimosas and blood marys with brunch. That said, the bakery is the major star here, from the port wine chocolate cake to decadent carrot cake to big chocolate chip cookies to raspberry butter cream cake to blueberry cheese cake to the best gooey butter cakes in the town that invented them. Try it, you'll love it.",
"Awesome food, charming place for a quick bite or even a date night!",
"I was sad when the Murdoch Perk closed, but was excited when a neighborhood couple announced their plans to purchase the space and open a new cafe. (This is actually a second location for them. The original Russell's is located in Fenton.) I've already been 3 times in the few weeks they have been open and have tried something different from the menu each time. So far every thing I've tried has been delish! I plan on working my way through the most of the menu. Their desserts are also super yummy and impossible to resist. I can't wait until they introduce their beer and wine menu. Living within walking distance is going to be very dangerous for me this summer!",
"Russell's is just one more reason I love living in the city. This place is perfect!\n\nMy mom went to the location in Fenton and called me to rave about how good it was, how great the service was and how \"cute\" the interior was. She told me about the one opening up where Murdoch Perk used to be and told me I had to check it out.\n\nSo one afternoon The Boyfriend and I popped on over (a whopping 7 minute drive from our house - awesome) and ordered some food to go. We came home with the B.L.A.T. sandwich (Crisp Bacon, Lettuce, Avocado, Tomato & Mayonnaise on Multigrain Bread $8.50) for me, beer cheese soup for each of us and the Pork Tenderloin sandwich (Rotisserie Pork Tenderloin, Apricot Preserves & Brie Cheese $8.85) for The Boyfriend - YUM. The Pork Tenderloin was the perfect mix of sweet and tangy and smooth and oh it was awesome. \n\nSeriously. Both of our sandwiches were amazing, but the beer cheese soup was just \"ok.\" (We also ended up with an entire chocolate-chip-gooey-butter cake. I have no idea how this happened, but I'm glad it did - it was delish!)\n\nWhile we were waiting, the staff offered us a menu to look at and waters if we wanted them. It took a little longer than expected but considering they make everything fresh, we didn't mind.\n\nThe next time we went in, we decided to go with something different. I got the Summer Grilled Cheese (Aged Sharp White Cheddar, Tomato, Red Onion & Bacon $8.85). I am a sucker for any type of grilled cheese and this one did not disappoint! (Did I mention they serve breakfast there? Oh yes - breakfast. And they have - among many delicious-sounding items - a Breakfast Grilled Cheese: Scrambled Egg, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato & Basil on Grilled Rustic French Bread $8.75. Needless to say, I can't wait to try it.)\n\nThe Boyfriend ordered the Chipotle Chicken Club (Chicken, Avocado, Bacon, Chipotle Mayo, Pepper Jack Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato & Onion served on a Signature Bun $8.85) which was also really good. It had just the right amount of \"kick\" to it. All sandwiches and wraps are served with Billy Goat Chips too.\n\nIt was on this trip that we realized they had a lovely patio space (we saw this AFTER we finished our lunches...whoops) and....mini-cupcakes. Mini. Cupcakes. \n\nNow I'm a sucker for cupcakes in general but make them tiny and I'm all over it. I had the chocolate cake with peanut butter buttercream frosting, topped with a chunk of peanut butter dough. Perfect. The Boyfriend had a chocolate chip cookie and it was the best damn cookie I've ever tasted.\n\nMy most recent trip - today - was for lunch to go. I popped in after the lunch rush (and yes there is one, but the service is always spectacular) and ordered the Chicken Salad Sandwich (Chicken Salad (Rosemary, Walnuts, Red Grapes, Onion, Celery), Lettuce, Tomato & Red Onion $8.85) and one of their delicious tiny cupcakes. This one was chocolate cake with a cinnamon-vanilla buttercream frosting, topped with a dollop of chocolate ganache. I love cinnamon and this was done just right.\n\nWhen I got my order, they accidentally gave me the Chicken Salad...Salad, instead of the sandwich. I told them that it was fine but they insisted on fixing it for me. They were so nice about it and had my correct order back out within 5-6 minutes. Great service!\n\nThe decor is lovely, the vibe there is laid-back and friendly, the location is great, the service is always top-notch, and they have a patio - something St. Louisans adore during the nice weather. Needless to say, this is going to become a regular hangout.\n\nDid I mention that they have mini cupcakes? Yummo. :)",
"You know what they say - breakfast is the most decadent meal of the day! At least they'd say that if they'd go to Russell's on Macklind.\n\nI was sad when the Murdoch Perk closed - even though their food was relentlessly mediocre. They had good coffee and it was a nice place to meet friends and catch up. So, I was thrilled to hear Russell's was going to open there. I know Russell is a pastry chef and had eaten carry out and pastry from the Fenton location. Very, very tasty.\n\nSo far, I've been to the Macklind location for a dinner with friends and a breakfast with the bestie. It's a small, casual restaurant, serving breakfast lunch and dinner and has an extensive and tempting pastry case. It also has a full selection of coffee drinks and is in the process of getting a liquor license (whoopee). There's a small deck and spacious patio outside.\n\nAt dinner, we all had the 1/2 and 1/2 - half soup or salad and half sandwich. The three of us all picked the farmer's market salad, and I think we all really liked it. At least we all kept saying, \"I really like this,\" so... Tasty vinagrette didn't drown the fresh ingredients. I don't remember what the others thought of their sandwiches - I was having a moment with the summer grilled cheese. White cheddar, bacon, tomato and I think I may have detected a splash of bechamel sauce. Anyway, creamy innards with crispy, good bread. Yum. \n\nBut breakfast - Wowza! I was tempted to get the breaksfast grilled cheese, hoping it would replicate the dinner experience. Instead, I got the breakfast flatbread. I am beyond glad. \n\nWhat I got was an oblong crust, crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside. (My bestie thought the crust was too thick to be called a flatbread. She kind of has a point - but \"breakfast pizza\" makes me think of cold, leftover Imo's.) The crust was sauced with bechamel with a liberal sprinkling of asiago cheese,crisp bacon, red onions and tomato slices. Baby spinach was added after baking. Nesting in all this goodness are two small eggs. The flatbread is baked until the eggs are just set, with a lovely, runny yolk. Brilliant, just brilliant. \n\nThe flatbread was too big for me to eat alone, so I took half home to my grateful family.\n\nRussell's - welcome to the neighborhood!",
"I had the S.S.P. (Smelly, Sticky, Pig) which is a bacon, honey, and blue cheese grilled sandwich along with the triple berry gooey butter cake. Folks, this is the stuff dreams are made of! I'm already craving the S.S.P. and the gooey butter cake with it's fabulous crust took me back to my mother's kitchen (and she knew how to bake). \n\nI live in NoCo, but I will go out of my way to go here. The patio seating is a plus, too!",
"I am SO excited because I LOVE Russell's!!! It is the perfect neighborhood cafe with farm-to-table gourmet food.\n\nI started out with a grapefruit mimosa which was served with the cutest little bottle of champagne. I ordered half & half sandwiches which is a brilliant idea! You can try two sandwiches at once! I had both the Grilled Chicken & Smoked Gouda and Chipotle Chicken Club. I highly recommend the chicken and gouda! \n\nI cannot wait to go back and try their breakfast and bloody mary's because everything looked awesome.",
"I really like this restaurant but I probably will not eat outside again\nbecause last evening I thought it was a dog park. About 10 dogs \nthere while people are eating food. Barking and growling when other\nDogs would appear. We are not Europe."
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"This is the best addition to the area in a long time- A great wine selection of non- grocery store wines is located downstairs. The upstairs has rooms with small plates of food and wines by the glass. You can also buy any bottle from downstairs and enjoy it upstairs- great, amazing, and the owners and extremely helpful! Check it out",
"Finally a wine store on the south side. No longer to I have to drive to Zionsville or Carmel to find a decent bottle of wine.",
"This place is great! My husband and I bought their discount coupon on SweetJack and decided to grab a bottle and some grub from there. We first went downstairs and looked at all of their yummy cheese and wine, then we headed upstairs and got some small plates. We had their three meat plate, cheese plate and a couple glasses of wine. The food was so good and the plates were big enough to feed at least four people. Their cheese plate comes with grapes with cilantro on them, who would have thought it would be so good. We end up buying a bottle of wine, olives and a gift card for my parents for Christmas. I was in hog heaven!! \nI am so happy this place opened on the Southside. I plan on telling everyone to come here and give them some business.",
"Vino Villa is great. Get a few friends together and hang out or just purchase good wine and other products. Will be going back! A great local business in Old Town Greenwood.",
"A fine wine & gourmet cheese retail store AND bistro AND wine bar all cozied-up inside a beautiful old historic home in downtown Greenwood. \nThe husband and I paid a visit here one afternoon and were completely blown away. To begin with, the house is really lovely. The first floor is their retail area where you can purchase from a wide variety of wines, cheeses, smoke meats and many other items. \nThe second floor is their bistro area with several rooms that have been divided-up into separate areas where you can relax on sofas and soft chairs or at quaint tables with chairs and order wine by the glass and small plates of food. Or you can pick-out a bottle from the 1st floor then pay a corking fee to drink it there. They also have a few local beers, Upland and Oaken Barrel, available in bottles.\nWe chose to order wine by the glass so we could sample different ones. And we ordered 2 small plates of food to share. The food was excellent, we had smoked duck breast (from Smoking Goose meatery) and some really delicious cheeses. The wines that we had were not only great but the pours themselves were prettly hefty. \nThe third floor is a large room, very tastefully decorated, with a really cool wine bar and lots of tables scattered throughout. This room didn't open until 5pm the day we went so we just peeked-in before leaving. \nOne other thing I must mention is the prices. We were really pleased with the fair & reasonable pricing for all of the wine & food items. And, the \"small\" plate was anything but small - the portions were more than enough for two people. \nThis place really excites me and I hope it does well. There were a lot of customers there the day we went so it's looking good. Which makes me very happy.",
"Charming, unique and a great addition to Greenwood.",
"I love this place. \n\nWe went here to buy a bottle of wine and returned a few hours later with company to eat some cheese and hummus and drink more wine. \n\nThe house is awesome. It is a gorgeous old building and there is no better setting on the south side to enjoy a bottle of wine and some tapas.\n\nThe retail store on the ground floor features some pretty decent bottles of wine. You can also buy any of the bottles and enjoy them upstairs in the lounge or bar for an extra $7.50. Even Rickey Henderson couldn't pull off that steal. You can actually buy a good bottle of wine for $15, pay the extra $7.50, and enjoy it in the house. The same bottle of wine most restaurants would sell for $60. \n\nThe third floor bar seems to be the perfect setting for a private event and you can reserve the entire space for free. Say what? \n\nAs a lover of Indy, I am actually jealous that this place is in Greenwood. It puts many Indianapolis wine bars to shame!",
"I wanted to surprise my wife with something new, so after reading the reviews on Yelp, Vino Villa sounded like an interesting place to start our Saturday evening. I should have known, with her being the professional shopper that she is, she had already stopped by here several weeks ago to look at the wine selection on the first floor. \nWhat she didn't realize about the place on her visit, was the second floor rooms for kicking back with a glass of wine (or beer) and things to munch on. We were greeted by our very courtious and friendly server who escorted us upstairs. After showing us the several rooms for relaxing in, we decided upon the Red Room. Sofa's and comfy chairs are in all the rooms, with a good selection a music playing on the two corner speakers. The setting is very pleasant and relaxing. This is a great idea and couldn't be happier that it's down on the Southside in Greenwood.\nShe ordered the Decoy sauvignon blanc and I had the Tangley Oaks chardonnay. Here are my only two complaints. When we asked our server if the chardonnay was oak or stainless steel fermented, he had no idea. WIth just 24 or so wines available by the glass, I would expect the staff to be more knowledgable about the varietals they are serving. My second complaint...standard size wine glasses are brought to you empty and the bottle it is to be poured from is brought by the server (this part I liked very much as it was nice to be able to read the label). Here's the part I didn't like...after pouring the wine, my glass was at most, half full. At $7.00 a pop, I'm thinking they should be a little more generous with the libation. We complemented our wine with a brie cheese and maple walnut bread appetizer. It was delicious!\nI very much recommend checking this place out for a relaxing atmosphere with good wine, munchies and music. The retail area on the first floor has some interesting wines and cheeses that's sure to please many a palate!",
"The other reviewers have highlighted the wonderful wine and cheese selection at Vino Villa. I think the atmosphere is one of the best features of this southside business. Vino Villa is housed in a historic house, with the retail store on the first floor. The owners retained lots of historic wood features, including a beautiful staircase and columns, so it almost feels like you are at home, not a business. \n\nThe staff is super knowledegable and friendly and is happy to help you pick out a wine or cheese. We have tried multiple wines we would have never found elsewhere -- its a treat having Vino Villa to expand our wine drinking horizons! \n\nWine prices and cheese prices are comparable to other places in the Indianapolis area.",
"Wanted to update my original review after a recent visit. Vino Villa now has an amazing patio that is great for summer nights. They have ample seating and the ambiance is great - with the lights and decor. We opted to swing by after dinner to grab dessert and a glass of wine and were absolutely thrilled with the cheesecake options (I enjoyed the carmel chocolate) and the servers recommended a great wine to go with our dessert."
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"Another Little Tokyo location (one of three - Causeway and soon to be Belle Chasse Hwy on the Westbank) - this one I guess occupied the former Chateau Briand???? Not too sure, but on to the review.\n\nWow is this place such a huge upgrade from the Causeway location. Hardwood floors, deep red fabric walls w/ varying patterns, and decent chairs....\n\nHowever, the inflated prices obviously go into paying for this restaurant....damn. \n\nHad the garlic seared tuna salad...it was so tiny and unflavorful like the Causeway location!!! Such a disappointment. FEMA roll was awesome - snow crab and salmon, asparagus, avocado, rice with spicy tuna on top in a soy wrap....soooo good! Metairie roll had snow crab and tuna with avocado and a sweet type of sauce on top...delicious! \n\nUh..our server was awkward....not so attentive and very weird! His name is great though - Juanchu! Haha...great name man!\n\nDownside was we had to wait..no one was at the hosting table and we awkwardly stood there....hibachi is available....",
"Having been to the one in Metairie and HUGELY disappointed by it, I was really hesitant to give it a try, so I didn't for a while, but upon realizing it was run by the same owner as the dearly departed Takumi (and has a couple of the same staff), I was very eager to give it a whirl.\n\nA good sign, of course, was that it came highly recommended to me from a few Japanese people. \n\nThe decor, as mentioned in the previous review is a BIG improvement from the Metairie location. Very nice. There's a hibachi area too, but since I blocked out the memory of the causeway location, I can't remember if there was one there too.\n\nThe food is comparable to Takumi in quality and price, but portion sizes are definitely bigger. I ordered what I usually would from Takumi thinking it would be the same meal, but I was stuffed after eating just one item.\n\nThe Bye-Bye Katrina roll (formerly the Tchoupitoulas roll at Takumi) is definitely worth a try and is easily my favorite item on the menu. There's no free sake here like there was at Takumi, but the food is just as good, so I can excuse that!",
"Went to Little Tokyo for lunch today. As usual, the service is prompt and the special rolls are delicious. \n\nFor starters we had the sea weed salad. We also each had a Sapporo (draft). For sushi, we had the Metairie Roll and Vegetable Roll - the veggie roll was ordered by accident. I put the check in the box on the wrong side of the page - oops! The waitress offered to bring us the correct roll - bye bye Katrina but we opted to keep what we had. \n\nPlenty of food for the two of us. We like this place. It's close to the house, the people are friendly and the price is right. \n\nOne suggestion to anyone who visits - bring a jacket. It's freezing in there!\n\nTotal cost (sans tip = $27).",
"Lots of great food here. I am not a big fan of Japanese food, but this place serves really delicious foods. I will return.",
"This part of Carrollton needs more restaurants like this. Hell, the whole city could use more restaurants like this. The atmosphere is modern and tasteful, dark, cool, and pleasant, though the design seems to be trying a little too hard for cool. That's not really a bad thing; it's endearing rather than offensive (If it matters, they seem to have gotten the music thing under control. Again, it's more funny than off-putting).\n\nIf you can't be bothered to read the whole review, I'll give you the takeaway message right now: order a big Sapporo draft (or Kirin Ichiban if that's your thing) and a couple or three of the small plates. You will enjoy it. Bring friends so you can trade bits of the appetizers. If you're still hungry, order some of the killer noodles. Maybe the sushi's good, maybe it isn't. I haven't bothered to find out because the rest of it is great.\n\nDetail-wise: the gyoza are rich, redolent little pockets of juicy flavor that come with a great citrus sauce for dipping. It's not the overpowering raw soy flavor most places give you. The takoyaki are intriguing, with an internal texture that's somewhere between a pancake and a set custard, spiked with bits of meaty, chewy octopus and topped with the deep ocean funk of katsuoboshi. The seaweed salad is redolent of sesame oil and has a satisfying crunch. Also, try some of the fried skewers. I got the pork, which was crunchy on the outside and came with tonkatsu sauce, which is sort of what you'd get if barbecue sauce and ketchup gave birth to a talented and delicious child. I can't imagine that they're any less talented at skewering and frying (or grilling) other things.\n\nAnd if you're still hungry, there are noodles in abundance, and good noodles. The ramen, if you're used to packets, will be revelatory (though it's not the best I've ever had, I eat it happily). It's rich and filling, coming in head-sized bowls. Even better is the yakisoba, a hot fried noodle dish that came out steaming and savory, with the meaty, slightly charred flavor that would, in Chinese cuisine, be called wok hee. It's like what you wish lo mein could be.\n\nThe food's great, the beer is cold and appropriate to the food. There are even karaoke rooms you can rent. What's not to like?",
"Great food, but more importantly, they have an awesome sake menu. There are many different types including an entire menu of infused sakes. I like the unfiltered sake infused with coconut and lemon grass.",
"Had dinner here last night with a friend; it was delish! The thing I have learned about Little Tokyo is that you need to sit at the sushi bar. I have sat at tables and been disappointed, but never at the sushi bar. The sushi chefs are interesting and interact with you and tell you their favorites. The roll we loved last night was the Rice Crispy Roll; crab, shrimp, and more piled high upon a fried rice crispy sort of cracker. Unbelievably good. And the Nigiri unflitered Sake was just the right accompaniment. I would highly recommend Little Tokyo! Their website rocks too; http://www.littletokyonola.com/",
"Let's be clear. This is my favorite place to get sushi in New Orleans. So why the 3 stars? It's only because sushi happens to be my absolute favorite type of food and this really doesn't compare to high quality sushi. But a consistent, good place in New Orleans? For sure.\n\nSushi Rolls? Excellent. I like them better than Sake Cafe. I usually get something simple like the Metairie or Uptown Rolls. If all you usually order are sushi rolls, you should definitely eat here. You won't be disappointed!\n\nNigiri Sushi? I've tried a few nigiri sushi, but was very disappointed (again, compared to good quality sushi). \n\nHibachi? Never tried it, sorry.\n\nConclusion: Little Tokyo has a nice, quiet atmosphere which allows for a nice conversation over dinner. Come here for the sushi rolls!",
"Little Tokyo is always a good choice! The rolls are great and so is the service. I'm a big fan!",
"When rating this restaurant, I almost gave it 3 stars because of the service. The service was OK, not the greatest. Having worked in the service industry for years, I am more understanding. The problem here though was they really had no excuse to be so unattentive with our table. The restaurant was not very crowded. It was as if they kept avoiding coming near us. Oh well, now to the food.\n\nWe ordered miso, excellent...Shared some fried rice, also great. We were simple with our rolls and ordered the crunchy dynamite, midcity, and crawfish roll. My favorite of the three was the midcity roll. \n\nLittle Tokyo will certainly see me again.."
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"This is our breakfast spot on the weekends. We only go in the mornings (before 9) when it's only half-full and we can pick our own table. Don't head there thinking it's a high-end restaurant. Instead, think of the Bistro as a high-end diner. Then you'll certainly be happy with the results. \n\nThe menu isn't as extensive as a greasy spoon diner, but the food is much better and a better value. Favorites are the breakfast club and the monte cristo. I can't write about their lunch and dinner menus, although they look equally impressive for a small restaurant that's essentially a nicer luncheonette. \n\nHighly recommended. Not appropriate for dates or for a large get-together, but certainly a good place to grab a quality meal when you're not in the mood for anything special. I imagine that this is how people with no taste feel about Applebee's.",
"Really Diner food. Good Selection. Good Service.\nI stuck with the burger. Decent.\nMy friend had a falafal burger, which she seemed to enjoy, and yet another friend went with the Monte Crisco. (uneventful)\n\nService was good, and prompt. Nice bathrooms. Ok prices, in $8 for the burger. Nice outdoor sidewalk seating for the coming warmer weather, in a quaint downtown.",
"I really want to give 2 1/2 stars here\nI went for the second time for breakfast. The first time I had Awesome! pumpkin pancakes yumm!\nHowever today I had eggs benedict. The eggs were cooked nicely but the hollandaise sauce was awful!!!\nGreat breakfast meat selection though and the bacon is especially good. Nice big homefries.\nShort stack or pancakes not so great \nthe nutella waffle was good it didn't look like much and would have been perfect if there were more bananas and slightly more nutella but pretty good.\nSeems like it's hit or miss. Others I was with also felt the same. Though we all enjoyed the location \nThe harvest diner is closer and better so I doubt I will go back here.",
"I went to the Bistro at Haddonfield for the first time the other day, and I have to say that the food was delicious. I had the broiled stuffed shrimp and my date had the lobster tort. It provided a quiet atmosphere with a nice view of Haddonfield. The wait was short and the servers were very polite. The dinner was of high quality and the shrimp and lobster were fresh. I do not see this as a diner at all, as stated by previous posts, but as a quality restaurant with reasonable prices. I plan on returning and trying the lunch and breakfast menus and sitting at the outside tables when the weather breaks. Great all around!",
"I've eaten here several times and have always enjoyed it. This has replaced Friendly's as my daughters' favorite casual restaurant -- the food is better and cheaper to boot! I've been thrilled with their paninis (the Tuscan Panini is a fave) and salads. Service is fast and attentive and the atmosphere is pleasant.",
"Cute Bistro! Outside seating! Lots of choices on the menu and daily specials!\nI had the Bruschetta for appetizer, it was a nice size portion for the price and was good!\nFor lunch I had one of the specials, strawberry salad with grilled shrimp. It was okay. The shrimp seemed to have been frozen not fresh, being from the south I have high expectations for my seafood. \nThe potato soup was very good also. \nI would go back \"if ever in the area again.\" There were lots on the menu that caught my attention!\nCute place, love the atmosphere!",
"Trending toward 2 1/2 stars.... I've had breakfast here a couple of times and the food is OK, but not fabulous. Had a breakfast quesadilla the last time and its and interesting variant on a breakfast burrito. Home fries were voluminous and look great but were OK. Service is good and pleasant. Kind of like most Jersey Diners., big selection and generally OK food. \n\nOne weird thing is the outside dining. For breakfast at least its sort of like dining on the NJ Turnpike median. Kings Highway is a fairly busy street and there are no parked cars to cushion the sound and smell of the traffic. It has inspired me to start a new list of outdoor dining failed concepts.",
"Formerly known as the Corner Bistro, which I had boycotted years ago due to bug problems. But a friend convinced to try it again. Honestly it had changed so little, I didn't know that it had changed names. The food hasn't changed at all, which is a shame. I had the fig and prosciutto salad. Sounds awesome, but the dried figs were hard as rocks and the prosciutto tasted like ham steak. Food is comparable to a diner. I will say for the record that people are always eating here. I just don't know why. Service was decent. Decor is meh. I guess its high visibility contributes to that, but there are SO many better places to eat in Haddonfield.",
"Really enjoyed the Mediterranean wrap, which had breaded eggplant, diced tomatoes, spring mix, crumbled feta, and a balsamic vinaigrette. \n\nAtmosphere was pleasant, but nothing special.",
"A diner fit for Haddonfield-a little more expensive than most diners and a step up in the menu (in other words, the perfect fit for downtown Haddonfield.) The menu-lots of burgers, salads, club sandwiches, and wraps. The crab portabello melt was good and the French onion soup was decent. Come here expecting a okay meal and you will be fine."
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"Casablanca is a very nice restaurant that will give you a lot of food for your money. We split a mango salad as a starter. It's a full meal, but it can work as an appetizer too. The Koufta Kabob Plate is a must have. It is bursting with flavor and nicely seasoned. The staff were very helpful and we could not ask for better service. This was a nice close to a business trip to New Orleans. Hopefully we'll be back soon.",
"We ate at Casablanca last night for the first time. The atmosphere was very nice...I wasn't expecting that from a strip mall location off of Severn. The food was plentiful and the server was very nice.\n\nWe had the spinach pies which we did not really like at all. I will say that I'm used to the \"Mediterranean spinach pies\" so I was hoping for something like that.\n\nI had the Couscous Plate with the lamb and it was pretty solid. It had a nice amount of meat on it and the veggies were very good. It was also a very large bowl that came to the table steaming.\n\nI thought the food was good but there is so much good food around here. Would I go back? Maybe.",
"When I'm out in Metry (and it's not Saturday since they keep the Sabbath) I'll often stop at Casablanca. I'm a big fan of their spinach & feta pie. The menu is diverse enough to satisfy the average diner who is not as adventurous (that would be my brother) and the staff is polite and not hover-y.",
"My sister and I were looking for a place to eat one night We wanted to try something new so we went to Casablanca. Neither of us had been before but I had head some good things through the grapevine so we decided to give it a try.\n\nWe walked into a dimly lit, nearly empty restaurant and was eventually greeted by a hostess/bartender/waitress. She asked if we had a reservation. From where I was standing, I counted a total of three (3) parties in the place. We told her that we didn't know that we needed one. After leaving the hostess station to scope out her empty restaurant, she eventually came back and seated us. The hostess/waitress acted as if she was doing us a favor by seating us. That put a bad taste in my mouth right off the bat.\n\nAs I looked over the menu, it appeared to be very similar to Byblos, Babylon, etc with once exception: The prices were high as giraffe nuts!\n\nWe already had a bad taste in our mouths from the rude server/hostess so we got up and left - didn't even eat. First time I've ever done that!\n\n\nI'll give Casablanca 2 stars, only because I didn't actually get anything to eat. The service sucked and the hostess acted like she was doing me a favor by seating us in a nearly empty over-priced restaurant. No thanks.",
"Amazing atmosphere...when you walk in, you feel like you are in the Middle East somewhere. Their mint tea was wonderful..the service was great..very attentive and cordial. The food was good, especially the lamb meat.",
"It's been a lot of years since I lived in Metairie but Casablanca is still my favorite Morrocan restaurant by far. They have the gold standard of chicken schwarma - everyplace else I have been in the past 12 years or so has been lackluster in comparison. Their \"chicken bastilla casablanca\" (minced chicken pie) is TO DIE FOR. \n\nFor people who are upset about the prices - keep in mind that this is a kosher restaurant. Kosher meat costs about twice as much as 'regular' meat. With that in mind, the prices are not unreasonable. Additionally, for the best Morrocan cuisine around, I wouldn't quibble over a few dollars.\n\nI used to take my coworkers to lunch here frequently and everyone always enjoyed it, although the non-kosher folks in the group kept forgetting that you can't order dairy products in a kosher meat restaurant!",
"Great food! Really nice and clean inside",
"I was driving through the NOLA area last week and stopped for lunch at Casablanca, hoping it would be as good as I remembered. So many times I have gone back to a restaurant after many years of absence and it hasn't lived up to my memory.\n\nCasablanca definitely lived up to my memory on this visit.\n\nThe bastilla was still divine, they serve you a large pie shaped slice and it is sweet and delicious. I ordered it with the rice (other choices are vegetables and fries) and thought the rice was nicely seasoned. \n\nI stole a bite of my stepson's schwarma and it still is as good as I remember. The tahini is creamy and delicious and the chopped salad complements the tender, tasty chicken well. I wish I had been hungry enough to eat two entrees, because it was a hard decision of which to order, since for all I know it may be another 12 years until I get there again.\n\nMy honey ordered a lamb stew sort of dish that I can't remember the name of (a tagine maybe?) It was sweet and very tasty -- he thought it was too sweet but to me it was perfect.\n\nI was too shy to go up to the owner to remind her I used to know them way back when. I doubt they would have remembered me anyway. But, I definitely remember this amazing food and hope that it won't be so many years til I can experience it again.",
"I had to attend a meeting in New Orleans, and placed a lunch reservation for myself, my co-worker, and a client of ours. We were super impressed, and so was our client! The food was delicious, the service professional, and I would rate it as an overall terrific experience. \n\nThank you to the staff at Casablanca! We will definitely be back again. \n\nLulu Roth",
"Been here twice so far and both times have been awesomely memorable. Everything has been delicious and truly kosher with fresh ingredients, good portions, and friendly, attentive service. The harira soup and moussaka are especially tasty, and I'd venture to say the banana surprise a la mode was one of the best things I've ever had. I'd come just for that alone."
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"tayst, as its name, it's very unique. the ambiance is the coolest part of this place. the food is pretty good, but i think they try too hard to be an upscale restaurant when are really a midscaled. the portions are that of appetizer. however, the wine menu is very good. \n\nif you have that special someone for good food and wine, this place is one of the place, but you better hope that you or the other person isn't TOO hungry. =P",
"I have only been to Tayst once, but it is one of those memories of a meal that has stayed with me. Whether merited or not is another story. I came here with several friends...most of us did the super sized meal (wine pairings with each course). It was utterly fantastic. The restaurant is very accomodating--if you only drink reds or whites, they will switch wines that you don't like. All of the dishes were superbly done and innovative. Perhaps what was most memorable to me (and not even my dish!) was the Krispy Kreme bread pudding. Wow, only int he South... A real artery-clogger I'm sure, but it was amazing nonetheless and I'd happily go through cardiac surgery to enjoy it once again.",
"This is actually a great restaurant. I was driving around Nashville looking for a restaurant near Vanderbilt. This looked like a decent place. The food was actually incredible. I think I got something like a pumpkin pasta. The dessert was great too.\n\nThe crowd was a lot more casual than I thought it would be.\n\nI'm just glad that I don't live in Nashville (boring).",
"I went to Tayst on a Saturday night and really enjoyed the entire experience. The food is very creative -- for example, my appetizer was Ice Cream and Donuts (a spicy crawfish fried dough + avocado/bacon ice cream). My girlfriend ate the chicken, and I had the pork -- both were delicious. For dessert, we split the creme brulee. They were also featuring a Krispy Kreme bread pudding with a milkshake on top, which sounded excellent, but we were already quite full by the end of the meal.\n\nThe service was good and the food didn't take too long to arrive. Would definitely go back.",
"This upscale, cozy cafe is a great date spot or perfect place to go with friends. The menu is a little unusual, but everything I've tried is really good. The fish my friend had got rave reviews, and the sea scallops and shrimp dish another friend had was excellent. I opted for the fillet and I would recommend it any day. I just think Tayst gets it right! The portions are perfect, not too small or too big. \n\nOne aspect I like is that they pair their menu items with wine suggestions. And they are spot on! Everyone in our party was very pleased with the wine.\n\nThe service was excellent and we could tell that our server knew his stuff. He didn't hesitate to steer my friend away from the crayfish when she said she wanted a light appetizer. He told us that even though it's considered an app (called First Tayst) most people order it for their main meal. You don't find many servers like that! I can't wait to go back!!",
"I haven't been to Tayst since it opened, but my friend and I celebrated the purchase of my house here. I looked for over a year before I bought, so it was a celebratory occasion when I closed. I was excited when Tayst opened because it was in a good location, and I had heard good things. \n\nThe restaurant itself is very cozy . I can see how it would be a good place for a date. A very nice wine menu complements the inventive food. I had a great porkchop when I was here.\n\nThe chef here is always doing interesting things that I enjoy reading about. I hope I get in to try them sometime. He did a menu inspired by the McDonald's jingle, \"Big Mac, Filet-O-Fish, Quarter Pounder, French fry, icy coke, thick shake, sundaes and apple pie\" recently. It's nice that good food can also be fun. Oh, and Tayst is now a 'certified green restaurant' so there ya go.",
"Ate there last week with my dad and girlfriend on thursday night. Called thirty minutes in advance and still got a reservation at 730. Had a great table outside looking over 21st. The service was excellent. The waitress was incredibly friendly, attentive, and even gave us great recommendations for food, liquor, and wine. The food came out at a good pace, was well prepared, tasty, and I did really like that they were now a green restaurant, the only in Nashville. I did not go with the value meal, which is their price fixe option, and even though the portions were not incredibly large, they were very well prepared. The deserts were good as well and were all made at the restaurant. I would definitely go back.",
"This was the \"Meal of the Year\" - Stated as a Certified Organic Restaurant TAYST did an excellent job adding a special touch to American Cuisine - They had me at the Fried Green tomatoes with a great soy ginger sauce and fried with panko bread crumbs...heavenly!\nTAYST food had a level of fresh that I have not experience this year from New York, Miami, LA, or Denver -- This little place in Nashville, TN is a gem.",
"I would give Tayst four stars instead of five because they use local, organic produce which is nice. However, while they do try to present innovative dishes, y'know, crafty pairings - the mac n cheese is more like a shredded carrot and cheese yummy something inside a pasta wrap (wrapped like a little present) and served with a sauce - the end product is interesting...but not Earth shattering. I don't know...I may be considered a cynic when it comes to food but after living in LA and NY and having eaten at some of the best restaurants in SF, I'm really just looking for really good, tasty food and not at ridiculous prices. That's kind of hard to find in these neck of the woods. I'm just really not interested in paying $20-$30 for a dish that is just \"Eh..not bad. Tasty, but not delicious\"",
"I manage to hit Tayste once or twice a year since they opened and I have to say that they always please me. Some experiences have been better than others but I have always been happy regardless. \n\nThe servers are incredible. I have kids, we don't get out much, maybe it shows, but when I go for a nice dinner, I want to be waited on . I don't want to ask for anything and I want a clairvoyant server who just anticipates my every need before I think to ask for it and I feel Tayste gives me a wonderful night off from mommyhood. \n\nEven more exciting is that Tayste has been awarded a green certification from the Green Restaurant Association which involves everything from recycling wastes to using local farmers and buying food from sustainable sources. Believe me, this improves the food immensely, it does matter. \n\nThat being said, my favorite thing about Tayste are the Value meals. They will do a 3-4 course dinner in the $50 a person ballpark and you typically get a couple of options for this value meal to pick from. They will then take care of all the wine pairings for you with each course. I can honestly say that I have had some phenomenal pairings over the years this way and it's a fun way to try several wines without getting snookered or breaking the bank. \n\nIf you are just in the mood for the apps and glass of wine, I once got a flyte of cheese and wine pairings that was magnifique..."
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"With all the hype the Cajun Kitchen gets, I didn't assume there would be an unheralded spot in town that dishes out good breakfasts. But after driving by a couple places with long lines on Saturday morning, we ended up at this place. Man, am I glad we kept driving! My omelet was a thing of beauty, served with some salsa that was quite delicious. The potatoes that come with most of the breakfast options are lip-smackin'... halfway between hash browns and fried chicken and I couldn't get enough. They had a few different coffees available which were reasonably priced. Only beef I had with the food was that the only pancake syrup available was in a prepackaged cup instead of awesome places that give you four little mini pitchers of different flavor syrups. Otherwise, a darn good meal. The people were nice and service was fast. The ambiance is good enough considering you're in a strip mall, and there are worse settings than breakfast on a patio on which to spend a sunny morning in Goleta. Long story short, if you want a phat breakfast without contending with the hung-over masses, eat this.",
"I prefer Cafe Int'l to Cajun Kitchen but it's not a great place. While I'm not a big fan of their egg dishes or breakfast burritos, they do make tasty bagel egg sandwiches.",
"I only found out about this place b/c of the Axxess card. the deal was a buy one get one free. \n\nWe went on a Sat afternoon a bit on the late side. We ordered two sandwiches, the special BBQ wrap and one latte for about $25 with the Axxess deal. \n\nThe BBQ wrap was disappointing in that it completely came apart when I tried to lift it to my mouth. I was told that the French dip sandwich was good. The SB BLT, I was told is also good. \n\nThe sandwiches come with a 1/4 pickle spear and that's it -- sorta on the skimpy side. \n\nOverall, it was an edible sandwich, but I miss Dish Cafe.",
"If you are looking for delicious coffee, this is not the place. If you are looking for fresh food, you should go elsewhere. I have been here several times and only been served stale bagels! The staff at Int'l Cafe is well-meaning, I'm sure. Everyone smiles and is friendly enough, but, overall, this little cafe just doesn't cut it.",
"Decent breakfast in IV if you don't feel like going far away... but.. don't try the huevos rancheros- I was sorely disappointed. The potatoes are good and the omelettes are decent.. but nothing to sing about.",
"When they changed their setup, they changed their coffee. New coffee is ordinary, used to be great. Do you like dry croissants and cold coffee? This is your place. They date the croissants in pen on the bottom of the plastic wrap but they will sell them up to five days old. They never heard of \"day old bread\"? It's not a compliment! It was hard and dry in spite of the half a box of plastic wrap on it. I've been going there for years... The staff was apologetic, but what I needed was a fresh croissant. Their eggs are never great and never lousy.",
"Great casual spot for breakfast or lunch. The young staff is friendly and helpful and service was timely. I enjoyed sitting on the patio out front. There's ample seating both inside and out and Cafe Int'l can easily accommodate groups. I enjoyed delicious eggs Benedict one morning and an excellent hearty Italian omelet another day. Today I hit the cafe around noon and decided to sample the BLAT s sandwich with a side Caesar salad. It was great! Crispy bacon with lots of avocado and fresh slices of lettuce and tomato were perfect with the salad that had a really tasty Caesar dressing. The menu is so big, I look forward to trying some of the other offerings. Friends have said their soups and potato salad are really good too!",
"I read the reviews before I went and couldn't agree more. I ordered a chicken sandwich and the chicken was 3 millimeters thick. The bread consumed the entire sandwich. On top of it, my lunch was $10 and I didn't even get a side. Their sides are a $1 extra. Frankly, I'd rather spend $2 less and go to Country Meat Market down the street. Sadly, I don't know how long this place will last.",
"Breakfast wad good but coffee and atmosphere were lacking.",
"I've recently moved to SB and have been on the lookout for a good breakfast place.. this isn't it. Don't get me wrong it's not necessarily a bad place either. \n\nI like that they have outdoor seating in the sun, even though the view of the parking lot isn't the most scenic, but it's still nice to sit outside. \n\nI ordered their corn beef hash dish for breakfast and it's a decent sized plate with corn beef has made in house - this place is actually the first place I've had with in house corn beef hash made versus the typical a la can that I've had. Corn beef hash isn't for everyone, but it's one of those dishes that I sometimes crave and theirs was tasty. \n\nI tried using the axxess card here where I can buy one dish and get one free, but they don't accept it on the weekends so just a headsup. I've only tried one dish, but I enjoyed the experience.. it's a quite place on a sunday to go and just chat. I'd perhaps come back again once I've tried more breakfast places."
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"How much do I love Tria? I love Tria enough to venture the whole way to other side of the river to try out their new celebration of fermentation at Biba.\n\nI had been awaiting the opening of Biba for months, but it looks like the delays in set-up were worth it based on the beautiful space they have created in the West Bank building. I got the feeling of industrial warehouse meets rustic farmhouse meets hi-tech wine bar. Somehow, they pulled these themes into a cohesive blend of glassed-in wine cellar, rustic casks, exposed ductwork, and lots of striking wood. The attention to detail shines through from the carefully selected light fixtures to the aesthetically pleasing (if horrifyingly dangerous looking) red-enameled meat slicer. The plans to replace the current front windows with ones that open completely to the sidewalk will really open up the space. There were plenty of seats available when I arrived at 6:00 on a Tuesday evening, but the place became comfortably full pretty quickly.\n\nThe food menu is quite similar to Tria with some overlap in the offerings (selection of cheeses, fig-based morsels, paninis, salads, snacks, etc.). Obviously the focus for many of the dishes is showcasing spectacular cheeses in thoughtful ways. I had time for just a quick bite on my way to the theater, and I chose to embrace this new location by trying some of the items least like those I have seen at Tria: the asparagus with hazelnuts and lemon oil, and the beef carpaccio with Pecorino Tartufello that I had been fantasizing about since reading Eva H's review. Both were stellar. The carpaccio was some of the best I've had - high quality beef rendered into silk-like sheets that melted instantly on your tongue. The earthy truffle-goodness of the rich cheese was offset nicely by the peppery arugula and cut through with the piquancy of a light lemon oil drizzle.\n\nThe two glasses of wine that I enjoyed with my treat were standbys from Tria. Most of the list looked familiar, and I agree that adding descriptions to the menu would be helpful. If space is the issue, they could even be in a tiny font to go with the mini-Tria feel.\n\nWhile I had an outstanding experience, I am not sure how often I will frequent Biba. The reasons are primarily geographical since I have to literally walk past either of the Tria locations (and then keep walking for another 13 blocks) to get to there from my home. The menu similarity to Tria makes it difficult to motivate myself; however, I suspect I will occasionally forge the mighty Schuykill to have more of that carpaccio.",
"Some friends and I checked out Biba last weekend. I enjoyed 2 glasses of a smooth red wine while G and his beer buddy sampled some of the beers. We noshed on a cheese plate and the carpaccio; we chose the carpaccio only after reading the yelp reviews on how amazing it was. And it was delicious. The prices are reasonable and the people that work there are so friendly and accommodating. Certainly worth checking out and having a glass or 2 of wine.",
"Let me first say I love Tria, so I was hoping for an equally pleasureable experience and was excited it was a block from my office! \n\nCoworkers and I went to happy hour there. The place was tiny! Tria is also tiny but doesn't feel so as much. The set-up was weird and the sleek glass wine room felt bigger than the rest of the place. Not enough chairs so we had to stand around a wine barrel which is not quite high enough to use as a table and a little hefty for the small space. I liked the idea they were going for though. We kept getting bumped or asked to move as the waiters went through the crowd. I'm sure it would be much better on a random evening, like a Tuesday or at 4pm when they open.\n\nService was meh....no one really took the time to talk about the beers/wines. I had no idea who our server actually was, as various people were helping us and never introduced themselves. Ultimately I should have just ordered at the bar. Had After a drink or so, some of my coworkers wanted to leave. We asked one waiter to get our check and it never came so we had to ask another one. When we got the check they had put all like 10 of us who were standing next to each other on the same check and left us to figure it all out. I would ahve been okay with a check for each of the smaller groups who were very clearly standing apart from the others. They also included gratuity since we were a 'large group'. I was not to happy with the service, so I was even more upset that they went ahead and added it. I tip very well (like 30%+) when service is good but am not a fan of being forced to tip a certain amoutn was service was crappy.\n\nMany of the food items looked similar to Tria, so they should be good. And can't go wrong with cheese. Very excited they have Eclat chocolates. Am obsessed with them since grad school in WC.\n\nFinally, the wine list was great. Lots of options in various styles by the glass and they looked decently priced. Unfortunately I can't say too much for the beer. They did have some good choices, but only one on tap and most of the bottles were 22oz ones - not a one serving kind of beverage. The beer was also extremely overpriced. A Russian River 12oz (which is an amazing beer) was priced at $14 or $16 I believe. I have gotten the same beer at other bars for a max of $8 and as low as $4.50 during a sweet happy hour special. I can even buy a bottle at the Foodery for much less than that. Maybe they just need to go full on wine with the one beer on cask (love that by the way). \n\nOverall, kind of disapointed with Biba....I want Intermezzo back and I will stick to going to Tria.",
"I was satisfied with my visit to Biba. There are a lot of similarities with Tria that I enjoy. There aren't as many items on the menu, but the selections were well planned. With a smaller menu it was actually easier to order a cheese and meat that complimented the beer I ordered. At Tria I usually take a while to decide.\n\nThe interior is amazing. There is such a warm vibe throughout the restaurant. The wine cellar is located in the middle and definitely draws attention when you first walk in. I think its an odd location to have a wine bar, there isn't much going on at that part of Walnut.\n\nThere was only one problem that I had with Biba. The clientele that came in was really annoying. I'm usually not bothered with other people while I'm enjoying a restaurant and I can just ignore it. Biba on the other hand... it is very close quarters and it became very loud after more people showed up. I can't ignore the fact that my roommate and I needed to shout back and forth to have a conversation. The atmosphere was very chill until it turned into a frat party. \n\nBasically if you enjoy Tria and happen to find yourself in University City, Biba is a solid selection. There is probably a time of the night when its not so crowded and full of flying napkins and fart jokes... so I'd suggest going then.",
"I was significantly impressed by Biba. I spent a couple of hours there catching up with a friend in the evening, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.\n\nI liked the layout - lots of warm colors, wood-paneled walls, a prominently displayed wine cooler, and I thought the bar seating was an excellent idea for maximizing space without having to trip over people and tables. \n\nBoth the food and the wine were surprisingly affordable. I enjoyed a glass of red and a white wine. My friend and I split the tuscan bean dip and the charcuterie platter - both of which I would recommend, but especially the meat because I am a sucker for sopressata and theirs was delicious.\n\nThe service was good, and the music was excellent - I giggled with excitement when I heard the Magnetic Fields. My one complaint would be that, as awesome as it was, the music was very loud and it was occasionally difficult to hear my friend over the din. I felt like we were yelling sometimes.\n\nOverall a great place and I'll definitely be back to share it with others.",
"Billed as Tria's \"fun little cousin\" just over the Walnut Street Bridge in West Philly, Biba surpassed expectations from the moment we thirsty travelers wandered in. \n\nAn evening lecture at the Penn Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology had woken our need for a glass of wine, a pour of beer, and some decadent snacks. Damn, did we find the right place! Though there are no beers on draft, the bottled selection should satisfy any geek with representation from every major style. \n\nMy Allagash White was $6 and provided a refreshing palate cleanser in between bites of Biba's signature dish, a gratin of truffled egg with potato, wild mushrooms, spinach and fontina. This rich little number was just as charming as its predecessor and plausible inspiration, Tria's truffled egg toast. Our server kindly split a green salad (with tons of crumbled, pungent bleu cheese) onto two plates without being asked. \n\nTwo cheeses, the cloudlike, dreamy triple-creme La Tur and a racy blue Vacheron, finished us off. The only gripe I can muster about Biba is the bread served with everything: it's a hard-crusted, country-style loaf, and in my opinion far too rustic for the sort of elegant cheeses featured here. These fine fromages would be better served by something more like a baguette, with a finer crumb and less forward yeasty flavor. A minor quibble, to be sure, and not one that should prevent anyone with a yen for the fabulous fermented from enjoying Biba.",
"First off, beautiful space. Plus, the bar had coat hooks. I love bars with hooks.\n\nBased on my love of Tria, I am willing to give Biba another shot. However, the first time I visited I couldn't even stay long enough to get food-- the place is small, and the acoustics are terrible, making the noisy group at front too much to deal with when paired with the overly loud music they were playing.\n\nMy friend and I both had a glass of wine, after some helpful advice from one of the bartenders. As expected the staff were knowledgeable and friendly. However, I was disappointed by the limited vegetarian options on the menu (other than cheese, of course). I probably won't hurry back.",
"What's to like about Biba Wine Bar?\n\n * Location\n * Layout\n * Pricing\n * Savory Fare\n\nBiba is the closest wine and cheese establishment to West Philly and University City; a convenient stopping point when heading west from Center City. \n\nAlthough Biba is quite small, it is anything but intimate. The large, bar-height dining table in the middle of the mahogany and white-tile clad restaurant alludes to the communal atmosphere: share dishes, share opinions, and share company with those you know and those you don't. The staff is warm, knowledgeable, and willing to discuss what you are enjoying and what makes it special. \n\nBiba is priced more moderately than its Tria counterparts. No glass of wine is above $10 and no plate above $12. The idea is to bring people a wide selection of moderately priced, savory fare. I am happy to say this idea is well executed.\n\nI sampled three different cheeses and spreads. The Cherry Grove Toma from Lawrenceville, NJ with strawberry preserves; Montgomery's Cheddar from Somerset, England with horseradish mustard; and the Colston-Basset Stilton from Nottinghamshire, England with pear butter. The menu described the Cherry Grove Toma as one of the establishment's most approachable cheeses, and its coupling with strawberry preserves made it my favorite combination. The Stilton is an enjoyable English blue cheese with a pungence similar to Gorgonzola balanced by the pear butter. Montgomery's Cheddar, one of the world's most well-respected cheddars, was sharp and savory yet still well rounded. \n\nI also sampled two food dishes, the first being the Prosciutto San Danielle with Spiced Medjool Dates. These prized dates taste more like candy than fruit; they are extremely sweet with hints of caramel. \n\nMy favorite dish, by far, was the Truffled Egg with Potato, Wild Mushrooms, Spinach and Fontina. I have never tasted anything so creamy and savory. The dish is so satisfying from just a few bites that it belies the complexity of the flavor. Of all the wonderful things on the menu, this is absolutely not to be missed. \n\nThe wine does not disappoint. My first was the Bodega Benegas \"Don Tiburcio\" which is a blended red wine; some Cabernet although predominantly a Malbec. The wine begins with a woody, smokey aroma, continuing into a predominantly spicy, fruity flavor and smooth finish. It offers a flexible pairing although quite enjoyable by itself. Be wary of the Meinert Cabernet Sauvignon, a turbulent wine with several conflicting flavors vying for your attention. Enjoy it for the sake of having something rare and unusual. \n\nI don't usually write about bathrooms but Biba's features the Toto Clean Dry, a high speed hand dryer. I thought it was really fun to use. But I also think the Jackass movies are brilliant pieces of performance art so take that with a grain of salt. \n\nOverall, I am extremely happy with my experience at Biba, especially considering it had only been open for two days when I went there. I will be back, and if you see me please don't be afraid to say hi.",
"If you like wine and cheese, you are probably already a fan of Tria's two center city locations. If you like wine and cheese and live on the other side of the river, you probably hardly ever remember that they exist - or resent the trek it takes to get there. \n\nEnter: Biba. \n\nThe owners of Tria have created a very cozy, friendly space in a perfect location for residents of University City who head downtown less frequently - and for the Penn/Drexel community members who live in CC but are tired of having to head all the way home to go out. The menu is smaller than Tria's, but I have yet to run out of options before I run out of room in my stomach. \n\nI've always found the staff very friendly and knowledgeable. They are happy to recommend wines/cheeses based on past preferences, idiosyncratic requests, or to suggest pairings. They genuinely seem to enjoy the food and drinks they serve. \n\nAs a caveat, I have never been in the early evening and the space is small enough that it is likely to get crowded. Before happy hour and after dinner I've always been able to find a seat and hear my companions.",
"Biba bills itself as Tria's \"little cousin\", and we popped in for an after-dinner drink last weekend when we were on the other side of the Schuylkill.\n\nYou can tell it's part of the Tria family, the menu is organized in the same way, but without the descriptions that are on the Tria menus. It's a smaller menu too, featuring crostinis instead of bruschettas, and many of the popular Tria items. No real desserts though, just a selection of chocolates.\n\nBiba keeps all their wines under $10, and it's a thoughtful selection. Alex behind the bar told me that they're going to try to feature wines distinct from those carried by the two Trias. \n\nBiba is small, with all its seating at high-tops and at the bar. There's a lot of concrete too, which can get loud. It's a cool vibe though, with the glass-walled wine storage the centerpiece of the room.\n\nGood stuff, and they offer a late-night weeknight happy hour where all their wines are $6."
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"sisters is the only lesbian bar/club in philly. sad, but true. the decor is finally catching up with the times (we'll see what it looks like when it's done}. the cover is cheap, as are the drinks, which are good, depending which bartender you go to. i favor natalie and sue. their drinks are strong but still tasty. let's see. the food is great, and not over priced. most of the week is slow and boring. but that all changes on thursdays. you pay $8 to get in and get 8 drink tickets to use from 9:30 - 11:30. can't beat that anywhere in the city. and there's a free buffet and karaoke downstairs, with dj and dancing upstairs. it's packed. lesbians galore, not to mention all the gay boys that come out for the drink special. so, the dance floor's big, the bathrooms are clean, the ladies are drunk, and it's a wild time. only problem is, if you go there too much, you start to notice how cliquey it is. and how the dj always plays the same songs. and how there's never any new hot girls. it's always the same people, at least for like a year at a time. then some crop of baby dykes that just turned 21 will start rollin in. regardless, i spent three years there drinking my ass off. and now it's your turn. i hope you enjoy it as much as i did.",
"Back in the day, Sisters used to be Hepburn's. I really liked that name a lot better. It lent it this air of class, of old movies and glamor. Now Sisters is entirely devoid of all of those elements. I hear they're redesigning but through the nineties and well into the 2000's they held on to this eighties look and feel which was not retro but dated. May least favorite thing about it was the poster of Melissa Etheridge with neon flourishes. It made me a little sick. The music is appalling. I went \n\non karaoke night and was subjected to way too much Indigo Girls. The dance music upstairs is just not cool either. I know there are hip lesbians in this city, I know some of them, who like to dance and would really dig a place to go and flirt unabashedly with chicks without dudes gawping. They don't go to Sisters because of the aforementioned flaws and are usually left with bars designed for gay men and straight folk. I think this is a shame. The bartenders are great, though and they have a decent night with an $8 cover which gets you drink tickets.",
"Have you ever seen \"The L Word?\" OK, forgetting the fact that it's set in LA, where apparently everyone is gorgeous (this is only partially true, having recently returned from there) and rich, all the lesbian characters are so amazing that most straight girls would go gay for the day for a few hours of \"alone time\" with these ladies. \n\nBut alas, that is a TV SHOW and this is PHILADELPHIA, where the lesbian community seems to be still finding their identity. This is how I feel about Sisters. I've gone many times, and every time I expect it to be different (isn't that the definition of insanity or something?). But each time I go I witness a sea of unfriendly faces, scary artwork, long waits for drinks and dance music that sounds straight outta the USSR circa 1991. \n\nI want to like it. I really, really do. But my experiences there have been less than \"sisterly.\" I'd love to go back with a bunch of people I knew so I didn't feel like such a complete ass just for being there.",
"Why are there so many baby dykes up in this piece? Seriously, I feel like I'm hanging out with a bunch of teenaged boys. \n\nWatch out for straight couples on the prowl for their fantasy threesome. PUKE\n\nThey supposedly do a fun karaoke night, but I've never been.",
"Sisters just isn't any fun, which is too damn bad. The decor (sports bar on the first floor, sticky carpet on the second floor) could really use a re-do, and the whole place could use some more class, in general. Forget really getting down here - I always feel uncomfortable and like I have to try too hard. As my friend Monica says \"why does this place seem to be entirely populated by Drexel softball players?\" \n\nI went to a really great Fringe show here one (Debbie Does Dallas, the musical) but even then it was hard to get over the general \"grey\" of the locations.",
"Sisters has potential, but somehow just isn't getting there. I'm from the Poconos where the only gay bar is complete shit so my first time coming to Sisters I had zero expectations. That turned out to be a good thing. \n\nMy Experiences: \n\n1. We walked in on a Thursday night and we were the only two there. Hmm....Then there were two women working there, both of which looked like they wanted to be anywhere else. They were very curt with us and after reluctantly pouring our drinks (umm, thanks?) they went right back to watching some damn reality show. We finished our drinks and just left. I don't really think they noticed. \n\n2. Next time it was Halloween and the place was PACKED. No room to move and barely room to get drinks at the bar. So, not really their problem, but it was just a little much. (What's with the straight couples at gay bars, btw?)\n\n3. Next up? New Years Eve. We basically looked around and the vibe was just shit so we decided to just go back to our hotel room. Kathy Griffin ended up being hosting with Anderson Cooper though and we made Peach Bellini's that were delish. \n\n4. Sure! We'll try Sister's again! This time it was happy hour. Woo! The drinks were actually amazingly priced. Very awesome. The service? Terrible again! Where do they get these moody bartenders. My girlfriend and I are pretty happy and go with the flow so we sort of just made it into a joke, but seriously. Also they were once again glued to the TV. Oh well. After waiting way to long for our second drinks we decided to head on to nicer places.\n\nSo, I'm pretty much done with Sisters. I mean, it is a Lezzie bar so I'm sure we'll end up there again, but I'll know what to expect. You would think they would be able to hire people in a city who actually look like they want to be there. I don't know. Maybe we keep going on bad nights. \n\nOh! Also, what the hell is with gay bars and bad music? It kills me. Play something current! One new song? Maybe?\n\nI have heard great things about Woody's so we'll have to try that out instead.",
"A friend wanted to go to Sisters and I thought it sounded like fun, because I like lesbians and I like to drink. This seemed easy enough. We got there a little early on a Thursday night and it was busy, but not too crowded. We were able to get our drinks fairly quickly, with standard bar prices. We sat down and drank our house liquor. The main area is complete with huge fantasy art a la 1987 (straight from the background of some Heart music video). It would be more painful to look at if it were not so hilarious. People started coming in until the place was packed. Maybe we were both just heinously unnattractive that evening, but apart from a few asides, people seemed entirely consumed with their cliques, if not exuding outright surliness. \nWe kept drinking, hoping that this would lull us from our boredom. But soon, it became so busy that I literally had to stand in line 20-30 minutes for a drink. I think I spent more time waiting for drinks than doing anything else while I was there.\n Unbeknownst to me, this was not just any evening at Sisters. Jennifer Flashdancin' Beals walked through the door with her entourage to stump for Obama and these people LOST THEIR MINDS. This says nothing about Sisters, only that Philadelphia is in dire need of more celebrity. \nIt became claustrophobically packed around the entrance, so we decided to take the stairs to the dance floor. While not much less crowded (and the bar lines no less long), the space was at least slightly more open. Unfortunately, what could have saved the night did not, because the music was AWFUL. Seriously, I don't know why people make music like that and I further do not understand why a DJ would inflict it on paying customers. How do you even dance to it? After that much watered down vodka, I should have been able to dance to anything. So, we gave up and left. \nI hear people say there are other options, but I have yet to find them, so for staying on the radar with all those faults, I'll give it two stars. I'll try to give it the benefit of the doubt. But I don't think I'll ever go back.",
"It's a shame that Sisters does not give more of a community vibe. Every time I go it just feels like everyone that works there, hates everyone that drinks there. It's hard to talk to ppl because if you do it's always interpreted that you are hitting on them, or their girlfriend.\n\nThankfully there are some dedicated queers out there doing monthly parties so there are other options. Oh, and there is a new lesbian owned and run bar in North Philly now called Rainbow Eye at 5th and Jefferson. You are allowed to smile at ppl there.\n\nThe Dive is sort of an unofficial lesbian hang out on Passyunk. \nThere is FUSE that happens every 3rd Saturday at XO Lounge, In Stereo at the Dive every 2nd Saturday.\nThere is Ladies 2000 party at Pure, a new women's night at Stir and Pousse Cafe on the 1st Saturday.\nOn the 4th Saturday there is Lure at the old TPDS spot and another queer party at the bubblehouse. \n\nJust an fyi that there is lots of other places to meet friendly women and heck, maybe even a date!",
"\"Oh My God... We have to go to MONSTERS?!\" Really that's what I like to call this place - MONSTERS - not because the staff or people there are beasty or anything. It's because the place is so dingy, grimy, and gross that I seriously believe monsters are going to come flying out of the bathroom at any moment and swoop down on all the dudes and chop our heads off. \n\nSeriously, though, the vibe here is not good. The staff act like they don't want you there - or maybe it's my penis they don't want there. No matter how much you tip or compliment the bartenders, you cannot get them to crack a smile. You may, however, see their crack as their dickies sag or when they bend over to grab a beer.\n\nAnd really, the buffet... Come on, pigs have better digs from a trough. It freaks me out a little bit because it's so dirty on the first floor. And don't use the mens restroom - hold it or go outside - I don't think they've been cleaned since 1999. Oh it's nasty!\n\nIf you do decide to go, I'd recommend going on a Thursday night. They have a great drink special. And the drinks they serve are seriously straight booze with a hint of ice! That's the only saving grace, the strength of the drinks. After 2 or 3, you'll be able to tolerate everything else.",
"ok, i know all y'alls hatin on sisters, but if you go in a group, and are not trying to pick up women (i guess that's the point), it's fine! the drinks are cheap, the bartender was a hottie, and lesbian courting can be fun to watch"
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"Newly opened family pizzeria. The restaurant is tiny but the owners are friendly and attentive.\n\nWe went with friends and between the two of us order the classic pepperoni and and chicken and ricotta pizzas. The pizza were cooked as we ordered them and they were out pretty quick. Both were good. I especially liked the ricotta and chicken. \n\nThe price of these pizzas is great. $9.00 for a 14\". This tops any fast food pizza place around even though they are priced comparably.\n\nThe only downside is the limited seating. They've only been open 2 days so I'm sure that's coming. \n\nIf you live west side, this is a great place to order take home pizza from. We'll be doing that.",
"I was pleasantly surprised by this hidden little pizza shop on the West side. Located just east of Grande (Mission?) on Congress, this place is well hidden on the north side of the road. \nThe interior is tiny and sparse. There's room for maybe 3 people to eat. Customers who opt to \"eat in\" can however spill out onto the patio where there are a few tables and around a dozen seats. I chose to get my two pies to go however, opting to enjoy them from home. \nPizzas come in two sizes--14\" and I believe 18\". They also serve a few salad offerings, hot wings, and \"light Italian\". I only tried the pizzas. I enjoyed both that I had--the Mushroom Trio and the signature, Los Olivos, containing artichoke, green olives and tomato. Delicious! Really excellent crust as well, although it doesn't stand up to reheating like I would hope. Like I said, a great little surprise on the west side that is worth seeking out.\nOne little complaint I have is that prices are not listed on the menu, which hangs above the counter. I believe though that pricing for the 14\" pizzas are typically right around $9 and the larger are around $11.\nOh, and like any self-respecting pizzeria, there are deals to be had on a slice and a drink. \nGo, find it and enjoy a slice of pizza!",
"Great new spot in Menlo Park! Just picked up a 14\" pizza for only $5. Very tasty and highly reccommended. A nice change of pace from the fancy expenxive places popping up everywhere downtown lately.",
"My first time there, just in town for a bit. They Sell pizza by the slice with soda, for $5.00. The pizza was good. A very good alternative to a chain restaurant. Hard to find a mom and pop pizza restaurant on the west side.",
"This place gets my 5 stars instead of 4 because the Los Olivos $5 pizza has earned my taste over Little Caesars Hot-n-Ready pizzas. Enter this small location and find yourself inside a bar table with 2 stools against the front window facing the outside patio with shaded seating and Congress traffic, or choose to sit on the small two people table next to the bar table.(no alcohol is served). For the same price of a Hot-n-Ready you get a 14\" just right crispy crust pizza with minimal grease yet delicious pepperoni or any other topping you prefer(you may be surprised in the choices available). I took a pizza home and my guests pointed out a better and home-made taste in these than the competitions. These guys oughta open up more locations fast.",
"Only being open for two days I decided to give Los Olivas a try seeing the sign for a $5 pizza. I Ordered from the cook who was helpful and pleasant (who I believe might of been the owner). I read the menu and they have a good variety of different dishes from salads, pasta, wings and soups. Pizza's are thin crust and cut in squares and are delicious. The sauce has a unique taste and beats out the corporate chains that we have around the area. I also tried the wings and the choice of flavors are BBQ and HOT. I was told by the cook that the sauce he made is really spicy and he needed to blend the BBQ to help mild the taste. That couldn't have been a more awesome mix the hot plus the sweet taste of BBQ made the wings too hard to put down no matter how spicy they were :) I haven't tried the other dishes yet being the pizza and wings are my first choice above all. I been back there multiple times and there's no change to the cooking, the whole family knows the recipe well. I haven't ate in, I've only taken to go. The place is small but there are tables outside for seating. It's on the north east corner of Congress St and Grande Ave next to a vacuum and a mexican shop. Prices are very reasonable and are competitive to the area.",
"Man, this strange little joint made a believer outta me. I went early week and got the 5$ one topping pizza. I have to admit, I got a little scared when it seem to only take about six or seven minutes to cook the pizza put it in the box and set it in front of me. My fears were totally unfounded, however, when I opened the box once I got home to eat this wonderful pizza. The crust steals the show, as there is not much cheese or sauce, seemingly by design. I'm a pizza dude, so it's nice to add another good spot in our sleepy little town.",
"Great little restaurant woodfiring exactly the thickness of pizza i like, with toppings ranging from the traditional American to chorizo to artichokes to alfredo sauce. Few inside seats; several shaded outside picnic benches, which are getting use now that the weather is tolerable. Fourteen-inch one-toppings are always $5, and they open at 10 a.m. daily. Middle-section slices are cut into squares. Judging by my proximity to the place, my middle section will soon be round. There is a parking lot just west of the building.",
"Wow, this food is delicious. Try the \"Olivos\" pizza. The ingredients are very fresh and the crust is just the right amount of crunchy. Definately going to be a favorite check in.",
"I drove by this place several times before I finally stopped in to order a pizza. The \"Los Olivos\" (all veggie) is super! I like the crust, the sauce, the toppings, the cheese. And it's quick -- makes me wonder what the other pizza places are doing that they take so long. It's one of the best pizzas I've had in Tucson -- and the best thing is, it's close to home.\nGetting in and out of the parking lot is a little problematic, but the pizza is well worth it."
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"A lot of hype around this place opening up so I had to give it a go. I'm from swfl originally where Hispanic foods come plenty. So as we walk in we see people waiting and know it's going to be busy from it being new and a lot of buzz around it. The building and restaurant itself are very nice, new and cozy. Doesn't feel like a forced Mexican feel. Our server Tio was very good and tentative and we (4 of us) agree he was a good server to have. I will only give Camino Real a three star now because there were some food issues. I got three chicken tacos and HATE that the onions and peppers are pre cooked in it. Makes it feel cheap, and I would prefer them to be without it. But my wife got a taco salad fajita and we both had a soggy mess. With my tacos the tortillas were wrapped in foil and the sogginess seeped into all the tortillas and they were un eatable and had to get three new tortillas. My uncle who was with us who happens to be an executive master chef and my aunt all had the same complaint that overall the food was bland. It was good but on the bland side and I would have to second their thoughts on the food. However the top shelf margaritas were good and strong, well done there. \n\n\nI will be back in a few months to hope the kinks have been worked out. What I would tell the managers is too drain the meat of all the juice. Juiciness is good but not when it compromises the texture of the food ecspecially when it comes to bread materials. A few more waiters for the whole place would've been good as there were plenty of open tables. So for now I give it a 3/5 but will try on a later date to see if they've improved some of what we thought weren't so great.",
"Greatest authentic Mexican food I've ever had. Just opened, plenty of seating. Don't be fooled by a full parking lot. Everything was fresh and a very short wait for fantastic food! Survive was excellent !",
"I've been anxiously awaiting their opening. I finally grabbed some dinner there this evening. I got the special, almost like a sampler. It was disappointing. There was a watery splat that came with every bite. The guacamole dip tasted like Subways which comes straight out of a bag. The waiter just tossed the chips and salsa right on my menu when i was looking to order, couldn't blame it on the crowd, there wasn't one. Just very sorry I didn't get a good vibe, as I was hoping this side of Smyrna was finally getting a great Mexican restaurant. I will try again in a few months. Hopefully they are just having a tough start. My fingers are crossed, I really want them to be great.",
"Delicious! The wait staff was friendly. The place was clean. They got our order right, unlike other local similar restaurants down the road. I ate the chicken chimichanga and though the chicken was slightly chewy the flavor was excellent. Good salsa and caso cheese dip. Sweet tea was just right.",
"Not impressed at all! After ordering our food it took about 30 minutes or so for us to finally get it and it wasn't even hot. I think our waitress forgot to bring it to us when it was first made. We had the fajitas and instead of green peppers they put jalapeno peppers in it! It was very skimpy too not much meat or veggies. The salsa was ok but the chips were awful! The sweet tea too sweet. I'll be going to La Siesta it's much better!",
"My husband ordered take out on his way home. He ordered two tacos and rice and beans for me. He ordered chicken steak and shrimp fajitas for himself and our young daughter to share. My tacos were average. I normally order a chimichanga but didnt this time,good thing i was not very hungry because my tacos were thrown together and broken with very little meat and all cheese. Now, to his. First, the gave him no tortillas to eat with the fajitas even though he order extra and always does. The steak and chicken were not cooked and not even cut up it was big slabs of meat. No seasoning at all,i guess they forgot. The shrimp was minimal. Hardley any onions and the few that were in there were burnt to a crisp. No peppers at all. We were excited when this plave opened up but i dont think we will order or go again.",
"I might give this place another shot in a few months but this was definitely underwhelming. From the service to the food. I never really expect grand service at a mexican restaurant but at least decent . I ordered enchiladas rancheras and apparently the chef doesn't know what's in it -it's a dish cooked in tomato based sauce along with bell peppers and onions - I've gotten it at about every Mexican restaurant. I ordered the chicken and received chunks of chicken in lukewarm canned enchilada sauce , no flavor. When I asked the server about it, he impatiently asked me did I want some bell peppers (well it was supposed to be cooked in it so?) I told him no and just gave him the dish back . He then came back and said the cool said only the pork is cooked with bell peppers/onions -well Change your menu description . The server was rude , he never paid attention when we were giving him out order -he was distracted by something down the hall. He brought back the wrong drink and got irritated when I told him it was wrong (he argued with me about it). I was really excited about this new place on this side of town , I liked the decor but I'll have to sit this one out for awhile .",
"Camino Real has always been my favorite since going to Mtsu years ago. I was excited that they were opening one on Sam Ridley bc I thought Smyrna really needed a good Mexican place. This place doesn't disappoint, comparing it to others. It's what I expected, and it has a patio which Sam Ridley restaurants are lacking in! It's not super amazing but it's on par for Mexican restaurants.",
"had the combo fajitas with my son....the steak was just scored and not sliced through so you had to do that yourself with a butter knife and fork. It was a tad over-seasoned and salty by itself but with the tortillas not horrific. The tortillas sure didn't look handmade and appeared to be from a vendor...for shame ! The refried beans were the worst I've ever had...and I'm 56 years old so I've had a few over the decades...literally NO seasoning and appeared to be run through a blender. Perfect for grandma if she forgot her dentures. The service was good but other than that nothing would really bring me back here...better choices to be had in Smyrna for sure. This is one of those restaurants where you ask yourself \"does ANYONE who works here ever actually taste the food coming out of the kitchen ?\".",
"Very short wait on Sunday evening. Seated at a booth. Lots of booths and tables. Rather crowded and a bit on the noisy side. Very nice waiter who was ready for making suggestions. I had the Sunday special nachos with beef and chicken. Delicious. Very large portion. I would definitely go back."
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"This is one of those family pizza parlors you would have just LOVED coming to as a kid. In fact, you probably did come here as a kid. After your Little League game. And your sister didn't like pizza so she ordered the dinosaur chicken nuggets. And everyone drank root beer. And your parents gave you quarters to put in the little toy vending machines.\n\nIt's that sort of place, so it kinda made me happy just looking inside it, which was why we ate there. As it turns out though, the pizza is just OK.",
"This is a great place to bring the kids...as long as they're ok with waiting a little while. There is only one waitress and service can be painstakingly slow. There's ton to look at here, so the kids are usually just fine.\n\nPizza is good - hand tossed, sauce is kind of sweet. Their toppings aren't great (frozen veggies) so we always stick with either plain or white with spinach. Sandwiches are good - the husband likes the cheesesteaks, I like the ciabbata sandwiches. Tuna is yummy, as is the pesto mozzarella melt.\n\nIt's cheap...we typically get out of there for less for $20 and that's with 2 kids in tow. Which reminds me, kids eat free most days of the week (I think it's Mon - Thurs).",
"Being still relatively new to the area this was my first time having Coco's Pizza though I get the idea they're a popular local chain. I can understand why. \n\nThe food was great and the prices were fair. That would have given it a solid 3 stars but the atmosphere bumped it to 4. I'm not sure what the other shops are like but this one has all kinds of Coca Cola products decorating the place as well as a train set doing rounds in the dining area. My 7 year old loved it and it did provide some amusement while waiting for the food. Overall I'm glad we went and will probably go again some time.",
"I have been eating at this location off an on for about 8 years now. I hate to say it but I recently noticed a change in there food. The last 2 times I ordered a cheesesteak and fries it just wasnt as good. It seems like they may have changed there meat and french fry supplier. The steaks arent as juicy and the fries are now cut smaller. The fries also have an aftertaste to them. I cant put my finger on this aftertaste but its defiantly there. I wouldnt recommend the cheesesteak or fries. As far as the pizza goes its just ok......\n\nAlso, the place could use a good scrubbing and a better exhaust system. It has a strong grease smell that is really noticeable when you sit and eat in the dining area. I do realize that all dining establishments have a food smell. But the smell is kinda strong here which usually means a good cleaning of the restaurant is needed.",
"The pizza is substandard and my Greek salad was awful--regular onion (not red)--gross! The cheapest canned olives money can buy--fail! And tons of iceberg lettuce? No thanks! I barely touched it and asked the register if he was going to charge me. He let me know he would and he did it with tons of tude. Definitely not recommending this place.",
"Great white pizza. Very busy on a Friday so call ahead",
"Cocco's seems to be a great place... we just moved to the area and were looking for a pizza joint that's a go-to place for us thats close by. i think we found it! \n\nwe walked in to order, and only waited a short while (though there werent any chairs to sit in to wait.... the dining room was being cleaned and off limits). while waiting i read a plaque on the wall talking about Cocco Day! it seems that the owner is quite the standout citizen in the community. it really made me feel good to support a business that supports its community. \n\nso far i have only tried a few items on the menu, but i wasnt disappointed. the pizza had a lovely crust and was cooked to perfection. i also ordered a hot sandwich that was delicious as well and the perfect size for me. \n\nkeep up the good work, i'll be back.",
"Great pizza! Nice friendly service, very family oriented. There's a wide variety of food on the menu. Many of the ingredients such as the rolls and dough are made on site. There's an ice cream place next door that's owned by the same people that serves the best deserts around.",
"Quick delivery, good pizza, pretty large menu and the quick delivery keeps the food fresh when you get it no soggy fries etc... The buffalo wing sauce is unique here not really for us but at least they try their own thing you might like it, we prefer Drexel Hill Pizza for wings but Coco's for pizza.",
"This place is just OK. The pizza is not bad, and it is not a bad place to take kids. However, the service is always slow and the dining room always just seems dingy. The menus never seem to be cleaned and the whole place looks like it needs a good scrubbing. The prices are good for what you get."
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"If you want to talk about simple, stripped-down and straight-forward Mexican cuisine, this is your place. Las Maracas is one of the better Mexican restaurants in the city, and it's certainly the best you'll find in the Inglewood area.\n\nLas Maracas is impossible to miss (primarily because it's painted a blazing shade of orange), and while management has changed hands recently, the staff has and will probably always remain its finest feature. Servers and hosts are always beaming and happy to talk, and the service is typically quick and attentive. The place is relatively spacious, but Friday and Saturday nights are surprisingly crowded.\n\nTheir dishes are nothing out of the ordinary--combinations based around enchiladas, tacos, rice, beans, burritos, et cetera. However, their sizzling fajitas are pretty stand-out. Most combos are pretty cheap and drinks are especially cheap ($8 for a pitcher of Dos Equis). For your buck, Las Maracas really is one of the better Mexican joints you'll come across.",
"Las Maracas is just what I like in a Mexican restaurant: low prices, big portions, lots of veggie combos, and a slightly trashy clientele (last time I went in I witnessed the very loud break up of what I'm sure was a charming couple - cops were called, manager shook his head, hilarious). But if you're used to the Inglewood/East Nash border then you know this is more character-providing than problematic. \n\nThe service is very friendly. The salsa is delicious, and they're always willing to put a little extra in to-go orders. The margaritas are a little weak, but tasty. All in all, if you're looking for filling, no-frills, always good Mexican with a little extra charm (think fake cloud skylights), Las Maracas is a great choice.",
"I had heard good things about this restaurant, but admittedly I'm a bit picky when it comes to Mexican food in tennessee. The margaritas were tasty, though not too strong, great with a meal. I had the camarones al mojo de ajo (garlic shrimp), and it came smothered in garlic which I liked. It had sliced fresh avocado, which made me happy to not see crappy guacamole with mayo as so many mexican places do to cater to us gringos. All in all, I enjoyed this restaurant, a lot more than most mexican restaurants around (you'll never catch me at places like las palmas in west end area). I recommend it!",
"thank you, thank you, thank you, Las Maracas!!! I wish i could give 4.5 stars.\n\nLet's start with the drink specials. $2.50 12oz margaritas Mon-Wed. 2 for 1 on Thursdays ($4). As an earlier reviewer noted, not the strongest but very tasty and totally appropriate mix-to-tequila ratio. This is a good deal!\n\nService. Friendly, laid back, genuinely happy to be there, and attentive as hell... my second margarita came down seconds after I placed my vanquished 1st glass to the side.\n\nSalsa: delicious indeed. Slightly sweet zing to it, like sweet corn or something, but not sugary.\n\nFood: totally respectable cheap combo plates for dinner ($6) or splurge a few more bucks for a huge plate (it will be lunch tomorrow) with delciously spice meats, fresh veggies, all about perfect by Tennessee Mexican food (Tenn/Mex?... that was lame, sorry) standards.",
"Totally worth the drive out to this part of Nashville! Las Maracas definitely exceeds expectations - from the outside it's this blazingly orange former fast food joint that's been converted into a low-rent Mexican restaurant. But, just like your mother said (probably) you shouldn't judge a book by its cover. The food at Las Maracas is simply amazing. They've got a laundry list of combo plates for $6.99 - but the real deal is on the other side of the menu. Go for the house specialities - I personally love the quesadilla especial (or something of that nature, it's only $8.99). It's essentially a giant quesadilla filled with super tasty chicken fajitas and smothered in cheese. Come on, tell me that doesn't sound good? Plus, the ingredients are fresh and well-prepared. The salsa, guacamole, and other sides are excellent. And, AND, you'll have left-overs the next day.\n\nAnother plus is the great service. These guys are really good at what they do - they anticipate your needs and are right there when you've finished your drink, to get you another. \n\nFinally, Las Maracas provides some pretty interesting people watching. \n\nSo, what's not to like. Las Maracas is really good, cheap Mexican food served by nice guys in an interesting environment. So, get your asses out to the far end of Nashville and enjoy a meal. You won't be disappointed.",
"I moved to Nashville from the East Bay, Ca. \nImmediately I saw a painful lack of authentic Mexican food. I went on an immediate hunt for great Carnitas (my favorite Mexican meal). Months and months went by and I basically gave up and started ordering other dishes. \nFinally, I happened upon the Carnitas at Las Maracas.\nIt's simple. It's tasty. Yes folks, It's simply tasty! It's not too salty and it's not bland. It's not dried out or swimming in fluids. \nGet over to Las Maracas and order the the Carnitas. \nNOW!",
"decent mexican food that won't blow you away but also won't leave you disappointed. it's simple, mexican food. fresh chips are a nice bonus. Does Las Maracas compare to the mexican you'll find in Texas or California..no way. But for Nashville, it serves it's purpose.",
"OK I have to give them props for the flaming red facade and the nice menu. Here are my issues. For one thing the food is just OK but I don't think that is authentic at all. It's cheapie Mexican so live it up because I know a lot of people like that. \n\nHere is my ewwwwww... I saw a ROACH! It didn't help that I was a little pregnant and queasy (it was ambitious of my husband to have this craving) so alas, I tossed my cookies or tortillas actually and haven't been back since.",
"Yummy margaritas - check. \nGreat service - check. \nCrazy variety on the menu - check. \nFresh tasting salsa - check. \n\nIt's Mexican that's not located anywhere near Mexico so it's probably no that that authentic, but were pretty darn far away from any true Hispanic culture here in Nashville that I'll take what I can get and this place is awesome.",
"Holy moly, I pay the light bill at this place, I eat there so much. From the super friendly waitstaff (we miss you, Jimmy) to the awesome cheap-ass menu, this is my favorite place to go eat quick, hang out and drink margaritas with friends, or sit down with the whole family for a good meal. The food is great, the margaritas are cheap with lots of happy hour specials, and the location could hardly be better (except it will be when it moves even closer in just a few weeks!). In short...I LOVE LAS MARACAS."
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"Newly open as in today May 1st. I happened to be the very first customer. With a staff from Patterson House you already know the quality won't lack. Fresh made ingridients and the passion these fine folks pit into their menu will go a long way! The BEST pizza out there! Period!",
"A casual lunch visit to the Farmer's Market today had me completely surprised to find a new pizza proprietor. Even more shocking was that it happened to be wood fired oven pizza. How did this new super secret stealth pizza spot slip under my radar? That still remains a mystery but as a fanatic of any wood fired / neapolitan style pizza I was compelled to try it out. \n\nLess than 10 minutes after my order (which was paid for via square on a iPad) I had a fresh pizza right out of the oven on a plate in front of me. I ordered the meat pizza which for all intents and purposes seems to be a margherita pizza but with one glorious addition: Benton's country ham. Any serious meat enthusiast is probably already sold but in case you don't know by now Benton's is pretty much the grandaddy of all smoked swine. The salty salty salty (salty^3) paper thin ham was a great addition the array of flavors already present in the basil, mozzarella, and tomato. Add in the crust with just the right amount of charred crispy goodness and it was probably the best thing I've ever experienced from a vendor at the Farmer's Market. \n\nThe only negative I will say is that the center of the crust was a little poofier than I am accustomed to with other neopolitan places here in town like Bella Napoli or Porta Via. Also the sauce was tangier than I usually prefer but I like my sauce a bit on the sweet side so this was actually kind of a welcome change. \n\nThe personal size wasn't overly enormous and sized more appropriate for consumption by single person as a lunch portion. That was also reflected in the price as it was about $2-$3 less than the cheapest personal pizzas I have seen at the competition. I've never received such quick service and convenience at the other places though so in terms of price to value to convenience this place is pretty much off the charts. I don't see myself going anywhere else in the Farmer's Market any time soon. In fact I think I will probably coming back to the Farmer's Market more often now because of this place.",
"just left, and again the consistency is superb! I tried the \"meat\" pizza and a homemade orange soda!",
"\"Sustainable Food = Delicious Food!\"\n(I pulled this off the Bella Nashville menu)\n\nThis newly opened eatery located in the Nashville Farmer's Market makes an extraordinary pie by combining locally sourced and handmade ingredients with real Italian bravado and methods. \n\nDid I mention the wood fired oven is made from imported clay and fires up to 900 degrees which means that regardless of the winding lines, your personal pizza (9\") is ready to be devoured within minutes!\n\nI literally fell head over heels in love over the thoughtful vegan options that include the Marinara ($7) which includes tomatoes, oregano, and truffle oil. I opted for the Hummus on my first visit. This delightful pizza was the perfect crisp and bursting with flavor that included hummus, zatar, toasted nuts, and mint & chili oil all for a very affordable $8. Throw in some Iced Yerba Mate tea ($2) and I was a very satisfied gal. \nMy lunch dates ordered up the Meat Pizza with Benton's Country Ham ($9) and the Margherita ($8) and were both pleased with their selections too. \n\nAdd in the husband and wife duo owners who were charming and clearly passionate about their venture and a dynamic staff to support. \n\nThis business is a fantastic addition to the locavore movement. I'll be a regular most definitely!\n\nTIP: They sell fresh loaves of bread for $5!",
"I was welcomed with an ALL-vegan pizza that did not involve just having tomato sauce and basil and some roasted veggies like usual ...no way. It was a hummus/zatar pizza with roasted nuts on top... so great! And my bf got the \"meat\" pizza which rotates based on the day and special meats they have available (it seems the prosciutto is always a choice, though). This pizza brought tears to his eyes. I am not kidding. Check this place out.",
"Pizza:\n\nLOVED IT! I ordered the margherita. The crust is incredible: doughy and wood-fired. Yum. The pizza sauce was also delicious. My bf and I couldn't figure out what made it so good, but it went perfectly with the crust and cheese. The fresh mozzarella was also wonderful. You might want to be more adventurous than me about which pizza to order, but you should definitely get one!\n\nSoda:\n\nAMAZING!!! I don't like sodas, so I don't even want to call these drinks that. Also, I don't think they are carbonated. I ordered the orange one, and it tasted like fresh-squeezed orange juice. I'm from Florida, so I'm very particular about orange juice. This surpassed my expectations. My bf ordered the lemon one, and got a second one. He favored that one. It was also great. You should probably order both, so you can decide which one is your favorite. Or, maybe you could ask for a taste of both before deciding. YOU MUST TRY IT!",
"The pizza tastes very good, but the price to me was a huge problem. I ordered a meat pizza and one of their sodas (the orange) and the total came out to $12. Then the receipt made it seem like a tip was mandatory so I gave the lowest amount listed which made it come out to $14. $14 for lunch is way too much, especially since the pizza wasn't filling. It's very thin, and 3-4 hours later I was already feeling hungry again; I'd say it was about as filling as a Totino's crisp crust pizza. Also they need to have more meat options. Out of the 5 or so pizza choices, only one of them has meat (the \"meat\" pizza).\n\nBut overall, if you're a big fan of wood-fired pizza and you're willing to pay $14 for a (slightly less than) single serving, go for it! I'll stick to more reasonable options at the Farmers Market myself.",
"I am a big fan of the Farmers Market. Even though many of the booths do not actually represent local farmers, the general vibe is always great and the food court is exceptional. Yes, I just said a food court was exceptional. In the last year three amazing pizza places have opened in Nashville. Five Points Pizza, NY Pie and now Bella Nashville. Lets forget for a moment that the name is a little hokey and just revel in the fact that of the three, this one might actually be the best. Is it possible that the best pizza in the whole city has found its way to a 11am to 3pm sort-of farmers market? Is it possible that it landed in a food court? I say yes, it isn't just possible it's a fact. Tucked away in a corner, next to some truly amazing seafood, sits Bella Nashville. Don't come here expecting to order your usual Pepperoni pie. If it's on the menu then I guess you lucked out, but otherwise you are at the mercy of their seasonal menu. Featuring some remarkably fresh veggies and some local meats, they are making flavor combinations on pizza I have never had before. There are some items for the traditionalists in our mix. A Margherita pizza that puts the one at City House on notice (see my review of that heavenly pizza for a better understanding of what I am speaking of). They also make fresh breads three days a week. I can't wait to try one of those. \nHere is the short and skinny of it. Go here. Eat pizza. Be happy. If this place doesn't survive and thrive it's on you people, not me. I doubt I have to worry.",
"i loved it! The farmers market is so hard to decide where to eat and I am glad I chose Bella Nashville. I had the Margarita (although the hummus was interesting). It was almost as good at the Mario Batali restaurants I have been to in LA and NY - that is saying a lot! I will be back.",
"Overall: Really, what's not to like? The ingredients are uber fresh & local, the employees are nice and the service is fast! \n\nFood/Drink: The margharita pizza - fresh tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil & a drizzle of olive oil. It's all baked up in minutes in a wood-fire oven. The flavors and just so perfect, and the crust is chewy with little bits of charred parts for extra flavor - love! My fiance ordered the meat version, it's the margharita plus Benton's ham. The drinks are a big plus also... orange or lemon (housemade) syrup combined with seltzer water with a sprig of basil. It puts all other forms of pop (which I don't drink, for the record) to shame! Refreshing without being overly sweet.\n\nCost: The margharita ($8), the meat ($9) & 2 drinks ($2/piece) plus a tip was about $24. To me, worth every penny!\n\nTip: There's a smaller size for kids & if you're a vegetarian or vegan, there are choices for you, too!"
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"We went here for Valentine's Day dinner, and what a great Italian meal we had! The service was outstanding, we were greeted by the owners and chef upon entry, and my wife received a red rose. We chose to dine outside, even though it was chilly, there were portable heaters.\n\nThe meals were amazing! I had the Veal Saltimbocca, and all I can say is, A MUST HAVE! The menu is very plentiful, and I suggest going the full course!\n\nI highly recommend this for a regular Italian night out, the whole experience was superb!",
"Love the outdoor seating and inside look. I enjoyed the dipping sauce for the bread and my meal was very good. I had pasta with a puttenesca sauce and my friend had pasta with clams. Portions were very good and the sauce was definitely homemade. If the desserts were better I would give it a 5 star. The souffle was not souffle like I am use to and there were not many choices. I hope they get a few homemade dessert items to seal the deal with this new restaurant.",
"The location is fantastic! Back in downtown Dunedin with lovely outdoor seating, and even a dog friendly area! (thank you for this!)\n\nThe food is spectacular! I have tried 5 dishes so far and would order any of them again. A lot of the old favorites are on the menu with some yummy new additions, like Alfredo. My very favorite is the saccotini. I would certainly recommend you give that dish a try!\n\nThe staff is friendly, competent and simply amazing. Will and Sara will always greet you with a smile and provide recommendations. Mike and Robin, you have created an amazing fine dining experience in Delightful Dunedin!\n\nThis has quickly become my favorite local restaurant, or even happy hour spot for a cocktail and wonderful appetizer.\n\nIf you like Italian at all this place will blow your mind! It is worth every dollar. Enjoy!",
"Yay! \nCiro is back in Dunedin with this amazing restaurant (but with Ciro, I wouldn't expect anything less!).\nOur new, favorite, go-to, must have, date night place!",
"A wonderful addition to the downtown Dunedin culinary scene. We ate indoors, beautiful decor, wonderful server. All 4 of us had different dishes and we enjoyed all of them. My linguini dish was al dente and the seafood was perfectly seasoned. The owners were available afterwards to be certain we had a good experience. We look forward to our next visit.",
"Ate here last night for my birthday. Had the best steak ever with Gorgonzola sauce on the side.....cooked perfectly and melted in my mouth! My husband had the \"special\" Linguine Napoli and loved it. The \"house\" wine is very good and a chocolate lava mini birthday cake with raspberry sauce made the evening complete! Love this place!",
"Great to see that Ciro is in a place that really allows him to shine. Much more intimate and lively then Casanova. Great food and thoroughly enjoyable. Ate at the bar and had fun talking to the bartenders and staff. The arugula salad is as good as always. Terrific linguine alla vongole.\n\nEllen D.",
"Just like mom makes everything was wonderful. I hesitate to order eggplant out...this was the best just egg and flour no breadcrumbs just like my nanny'",
"I tried this place last nite. The service was great, and the restaurant had an adorable romantic set up. We quickly decided to get our dinner to go, as the dining room was really warm and uncomfortable. The food was way over priced. My spinach/onion/tomato/shrimp salad *these were all the ingredients and maybe two slices of cucumbers was $14. Which isn't too bad? However everything we ordered was just ok tasting, and when you dish out $20-35 per plate (not my salad but my friends dinner and all the other choices), you really want to enjoy what your eating. The cannolis were great. It wasn't terrible, I guess for us it just didn't live up to the previous 5 star yelp reviews.",
"This is an updated review. I was an early customer and I trashed this restaurant because it seemed overpriced and mediocre. Friends convinced me to give it another try and I regret my earlier words because the restaurant is very, very, VERY good. I've gone two more times and think this is one of the best restaurants in Dunedin. The atmosphere is nice and the food is excellent. I also have high marks for the service. So, I have changed this to five stars and suggest you head there asap for a great dinner."
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"Very good \"Mom & Pop\" family style restaurant, with an extensive menu, some Mediterranean/Albanian touches, very low prices and excellent/fast service. Dropped in there while visiting PP and needing quick take-out without patronizing a burger chain. Arriving early gave me priority service and food was prepared and ready to go in 15 minutes, with some nice added comfort touches...such as home-made bread and salad dressings, rice pudding with whipped cream and cinnamon dusting. The waitress/cashier offered me a glass of water while I waited comfortably.\n\nTried their gyro platters with nice side greek salads, plus a Friday special, pasta primavera at a ridiculously low price even with clam chowder and dessert. Similar low-priced specials every day and several steak dinners for under $10. This place well illustrates my distaste for chains compared to good local places.....better food at actually lower prices (esp. specials & drinks), fast service, greater menu variety and much nicer atmosphere where I chatted with the owner while waiting and watching local news on an unobtrusive TV viewable to take-out customers without blasting the dining room.",
"Visited again with a larger family group on a Sunday brunch time. Busy but still got prompt service, and all seemed pleased with the food ....a mix of breakfast and lunch selections. A nice touch was a plaque honoring Mother Teresa, renowned native daughter. Now my favorite (only) Albanian restaurant.",
"Good solid breakfast joint, omelets are GREAT but the home fries are shit.",
"My Mom loves going there for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. She loves the people, all the employees are friendly and greet her by name, and the food is delicious!",
"Just left jessi's. yuck. Ordered an Albanian omelette. There was nothing in it. My mother ordered the same. Hers was three times the size of mine. I mentioned it to the waitress and she just blew it off. Not worth the time or money. Would have gotten better food and treatment at McDonalds and I hate McDonalds.",
"Best breakfast in town, especially the pancakes. The portions are huge and the food is Great. The food is good no matter what type of food you order!!!!",
"I'm torn I'm so torn. The service is amazing after you've been just a couple of times they already know what you want to drink and bring it right to you. But the food is just . . eh . . it's not bad but it's just not good, The coffee is ok but not great. I've eaten all over the breakfast menu and I just can't find anything I really really like. I find myself using a lot of salt and pepper at the table which is never a good sign. Nevertheless I do find myself coming back because it's between me and work and it's not bad. I just can't get excited about it. I'd give it 2 stars for food and 4 for service which averages out to 3.",
"This was my grandparents favorite brunch spot! Super friendly staff and amazing food! Very tolerant as well. We have a large family and they catered to us very well! Will deff made this one of our regular spots and follow in our grandparents foot steps! Love this place.",
"We had never been to Jessie's' read reviews and liked it instantly. Kind of an old time look with plants and booths accordingly. Like a little bit of Italy all around. Very attentive staff that treated us Luke we were related. Waitress actually made me up a little bit of sauce for my wing's.Hubby was just as excited about his soup! not too crowded and price was right. We were thrilled to be eating while piano played. This happens every Saturday. Great atmosphere food and price make for a winner fir us.. Jessie's will be around for another 25 years at this rate.......do not pass this family restaurant up folks!",
"So let's start with my first impression of this restaurant. It looked old with dated decor but this might not be a bad thing.Not everyone likes glitzy stark modern decor, this place is a step back to easier times.The low beamed ceiling gave me a cozy comfortable feeling and it was quiet so you can actually have a conversation without the noise of most newer restaurants.My waitress was very friendly and when I asked about a salad she recommended the Chef Salad which was fresh and delicious.The bottom line is great food ,friendly service,and fair prices. I will be back this weekend to sample their breakfast menu."
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"Went to Dinner here with my friend for her birthday and we had a great time. Service was fast and friendly, the food was nothing short of great, and the whole setting is very nice. I ordered the Spinach and Cheese Ravioli which was very well prepared, my friend had the Bow Tie Pasta with vegetables. This is a great spot to take a date, or have a nice meal in an upscale place, without paying upscale prices. I also asked our server if he could bring out a little dessert with a candle for my friends birthday. He brought out this delicious chocolate cake, with ice cream on top, and fresh berries on the side. It was incredible. Overall we had a great time, and I would definitely come back.",
"Let's face it, after living in one of the food capitals of the world, New York, it's hard to find a restaurant that surprises in the 'burbs. But when I ventured out of my home turf in PA for dinner with friends tonight, I was pleasantly surprised by Tango. \n\nTango offers contemporary American cuisine, and the menu ranges from your salads, steakes and pastas, to \"Mexican specialties\". The dishes were very flavorful. Both the steaks and fish were tender and well seasoned. I had the crab cakes which true to its name were made out of lump crab meat with little filling (though it was a little dry). Most entrees came with two sides and the portions were just right; the dessert portions were extremely generous (especially the bread pudding, which eats like a meal). \n\nThe feel of the place was slightly dim and romantic, but the restaurant's great for groups as well. We had a median size party and the staff was very attentive and personable. Although we munched and chatted on past closing, they were patient and never rushed us. Overall, Tango is a little gem on the Mainline and definitely worth a try.",
"Tango is a go-to spot when nobody is willing to make a decision on a restaurant. That's a pretty strong endorsement, don't you think?\n\nService is prompt but not intrusive to you enjoying your meal. Bartenders are knowledgeable about the wine selection. And all the selections we've tried from this varied menu have been nicely prepared.\n\nYou need to hit the deck during the summer, though. Very few restaurants in this area can match this because you're not sitting at a table on the sidewalk. Even if you don't want a full dinner, sit down for a few drinks and an appertizer. It's a great way to wind down from the work day.",
"I've been a big fan of Tango for years now and they've never failed to please me and my companions with their atmosphere, attitude, variety, and quality. \n\nMost recently we went as a party of 12 for New Year's Eve. We started with appetizers aplenty, white and red wines and cocktails flowed. Everyone had a delightfully relaxing time, the service was friendly & fun (took our guff with a smile), and the food was super. One of the things I really like about Tango is the menu selections. Nothing on the menu is ordinary - everything is a little different, or has some sort of twist that surprises your taste buds in a good way. \n\nAs some of the other reviewers mentioned, their outdoor deck seating is very nice. For the bold and adventurous, go around to the very back tables - eventually an express train will go blasting by on the tracks making your hair stand on end and giving everyone a good laugh. I've spent more than a few nights at these two tables sipping pitchers of Margaritas and nibbling on appetizers in sheer bliss. \n\nTango offers carefully-selected craft brews on tap and in bottles. They also have an extensive martini and wine menu. They have sufficient vegetarian selections for the cruelty-free to have options, and will modify some of the dishes to be meat-free.\n\nTango is literally right next to the SEPTA R5 tracks @ the Bryn Mawr station, making it very convenient for visitors from Philadelphia or the Western burbs. Feel free to get your drink on and take the train!",
"I was with a party of 6 and while the restaurant was small, they accommodated us with short notice of reservations. The staff was efficient and didn't hover. \n\nMaybe its because I ate at Amada last week and so all food is tainted ever more, but I just didn't feel like this restaurant delivered on the upscale promise. I know the bill said we ate an upscale restaurant, but I just was disappointed with the menu altogether. With a name like Tango, I was hoping for more Mexican influences. And while they do have fish tacos on the menu-my brother claims they were delicious- their mexican choices were few. \nWe started with two pitchers of sangria-each 35$. One red and one white. Both were average. At one point my party joked it was a koolaid like mix with a few lemons thrown in and a dash of cheap wine. I didn't get a bit tipsy either. \n\nWe shared the crab artichoke dip-it was good and full of crab. Everyone ordered something different and I have to say all were pleased with their choices. Everyone got fish, except me, with duck and my boyfriend, getting lamb chops. Having a long history of butchery, he was quite pleased with his choice. The duck was good too. We chose to skip on dessert from being immensely full.\n\nMy main complaints can be boiled down to two things. The first is that while they had the expected entrees, the side dishes that accompanied them were unimaginative. Or at least most of the dishes were just predictable. How many times have I seen Tuna done asian style with some sort of wasabi. I mulled over the menu so many times not knowing what I wanted not because I was enticed by so many, but more that I was enticed by none. And yes, my meal was good, but it brings me to complaint number two...I don't think it was worth it. I have no problem spending money if I think its worth it, but I feel a bit angry when I leave somewhere feeling like I was had. Maybe they raise the prices on everything because they are located on the Main Line and mainliners only feel something is good if the pricetag says so, but I just didn't think mash potatoes, asparagus and roast duck warranted a $25 plate price. I can make the two side items quite inexpensively. No special or interesting ingredients. \n\nYes it is good if you don't want to go down into the city, but I would be much happier at gulliftys down the street, serving pub food. It was just ok, but the night was full of fun because of the party. I won't be returning.",
"Tango is by far one of the best restaurants on the Main Line. \n\nIt is tucked alongside the train tracks right near the Bryn Mawr train station (so your dinner may be interrupted by the sounds of trains roaring past). The interior design and decor of the restaurant is beautiful as well as romantic.\n\nI highly recommend the cashew crusted salmon which I have had several times. The prices are very reasonable for the portions but go early or make a reservation. If you drop in on a weekend, you'll find yourself waiting. Outdoor dining when the weather is nice is also a big plus. \n\nIf you have never been, definitely a must try!",
"A NYC guy lost in the middle of the sticks in PA in a town I never heard of outside of Philly. Tired And Starved my Navigation system leads me here and what A surprise A NYC type place with a nice vibe, nice wine list and good food. In nyc maybe just an avergae place but for the sticks of PA really good. Enjoyed the food. If I was ever lost in Bryn Mawr?????? i would go again LOL ...Get the strip Steak in a garlic dijon butter sauce with fries....",
"Had dinner here not too long ago for the first time. As a bryn mawr student, I've hesitated going here because everyone and their mother (literally) from my school frequents tango. I've always heard a mixed bag review through word of mouth, some say it's over priced, others say that the food isn't even that good. Though I didn't pick up the tab, everything was great. I had the stuffed pork chop, absolutely delicious. I'm not sure what wine we drank, but it was equally fantastic. While the food was good and everything, there wasn't anything that stood out in my mind as \"omg I have to come back here\". The restaurant was a bit loud and I couldn't hear conversation at my own table. The only thing that would keep me coming here again and again would be if I didn't have a car and didn't have the option of going elsewhere, but I did enjoy my time here and I guess would bring family here if they were in town.",
"I went here for lunch one day and although it was good I was expecting something better. Food wasn't bad, but it seemed like the atmosphere was lacking a little bit. It may have been because of the time of day I was there. But it is worth going to atleast once if live in the area.",
"Still a fan of grabbing a drink on the patio during the summer.\n\nMy last few meals here have been disappointing. For the prices being charged, I'd expect more freshness and creativity. It feels liked they've locked into a menu and are losing focus on providing a top-notch dining experience. Plus, the service has left something to be desired. It seems like they're pulling in the college kids to work tables and not getting quality servers."
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"I've only had lunch here, but each time the food has been really good. The manager is also a really nice guy, we talk every time I stop by. The restaurant is a decent size with booths lined up along the walls and some tables in the middle. I've eaten in the dining room a couple of times, but I usually just get a falafel to-go.",
"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! \n\nThis is a wonderful place to have a health meal, and can be a fresh breath from the standard salad.",
"Healthy, fresh, reliable. In a nice, unpretentious atmosphere. \n\nIn 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.",
"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.",
"My boyfriend and I absolutely fell in love with this quaint, undiscovered restaurant. We went on a Saturday evening and the restaurant was not even close to busy. The menu was fairly inexpensive, as lebonese food should be, but they have a great dinner deal for 2. Two complete dinners for $50. The service was impeccable and the food was delivered to the table in record time. Our favorite dishes were the hummus, baba ganoush, and the falafel. I am not a falafel fan, but their's is fantastic. It's a BYOB, but they will provide you with cute little wine glasses. This is now our favorite restaurant! ;)",
"I don't know how I lived in Philadelphia for over two years never having been to this place, but I recently tried Sahara for dinner for the first time and have a new favorite for middle easten food in Philadelphia! Wonderful service, very reasonable prices (2 plates + diet coke + tip was $30), and very satisfying portions. \n\n My companion and I couldn't decide--the bottom line was that she wanted hummus--so we decided to share two plates. One was a chicken kabob dish that came with grilled veggies, salad, and herbed rice, the other was a falafel platter that came with hummus, tahini, raita-like yogurt, salad, and lots of pita.\n\nWe were blown away. The salad was delicious--it was mixed with what had to be a mix of lemon juice and drizzle of olive oil and some herbs, but it was definitely fresh and not heavy at all. Both platers were delicious, and their falafel is some of the best I've tried in Philly. There was more than enough food, to the point that we didn't even touch the rice. \n\nAnd even though we left stuffed, we didn't feel gross or heavy afterwards since the food wasn't greasy (not even the falafel). This place definitely left an impression because my sister and I couldn't shut up about how yummy dinner was at the movie we went to that night, or even at brunch the next day.\n\nWill definitely go back. It's apparently BYOB, so I guess I'll be packing wine then as well :)",
"I have been wanting to have some Middle Eastern food for a while and decided to finally wander into the Sahara Grill after work last night. I ordered Baba Ghanooj and Chicken taouk with mint tea. The Bab Ghanooj had pretty good flavor and texture and the pita bread that came with it was fresh and moist. I would have liked to have some more pita bread, since I ended up with almost 1/2 a bowl of Baba Ghanooj. The chicken taouk sandwich came in a pita bread wrap. Unfortunately it had a lot of iceberg lettuce stuffed in with the meat and stuffing. The chicken meat did not have a lot of flavor to it as well. I was disappointed to say the least. \n\nAs for the service, it did take the waiter a while to take my order, which left my stomach rumbling. The waiter and the cook had an argument at one point in an Arabic based language which did give some degree of authenticity. Still I would have rather had tasty food. \n\nIn summary, bland food that isn't worth the price.",
"food: rockin.\nanytime meat is grilled on a stick, i kinda like the place.\nanytime it's byob...well, that's even better.\nthe pita here is the thick and not warmed up kind (like effies...mmm...)\nand the service? well...my plate was half full, and i'm busy talking to my friend...and they took my plate away without asking me.\num, what?\nand they gave us the check without asking us if we wanted anything else. i mean, what if i wanted the mint tea and baklava? apparently, it was not for me that night.",
"My hubby and I used to frequent this place almost every other week before the baby. Their food was always sooooo good. Meats were tender and the salads are delish. So it was hard to think that it had been three years since my last meal at there. Searching for a BYOB on Yelp, I came across this place and was extra anxious to return, especially since it has been consistently receiving good reviews over the past few years. Just went on Friday, and BOY it did not disappoint. The lamb kabobs were so tasty. The hummus and baba ganoush were among the greats. And the pita?? It definitely served it's purpose. The service though was ho hum. It wasn't extra attentive and cheesy, but they weren't rude, full o' 'tude, nor did they try to rush you. My gf and I could've sat all night and finished our bottle of wine if we didn't get a hankering for cappuccino. Ok, all-in-all, just go. Bring a bottle of wine, try the salad combo as an app, pick an entree (they're all pretty good), and enjoy.",
"Came in for a lunch-time sandwich. SO GOOD. I ordered the chicken shish sandwich. So big. So good. So yummy. So tender chicken!\n\nI really like that you can sit down and eat with your own wine and what not or you could just chill and have a quick sandwich. The place is not pretentious and it has some damn good food. Also, to serve ~15 people is no joke all at once.\n\nGood service. Great tasting food. BYOB. Definitely coming back again."
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"We are so excited The Muddled Pig opened in Maplewood! Being former customers of The Wood, when we heard it was being turned into a gastropub, we were intrigued. Saturday night Dan and I decided to try it for drinks with several of our friends. Changed from sports bar to rustic chic, the refreshed interior is warm and inviting. Michelle, the co-owner, greeted us and sat us at the community table due to our group size. The community table is a beautifully crafted handmade table that we learned was made by a close friend of the owner. Michelle took time to talk with us and give me a couple of wine samples as I was undecided. Dan chose to try the Muddled Pig cocktail and I enjoyed a glass of Grenache while we waited for our friends which both were delicious. Looking over the menu, so many items looked and sounded fantastic that we can't wait to go back and try the food. Our friends arrived and were wanting to share a bottle of wine. Unfortunately two of the wines they wanted to try were out so they switched to a Cabernet which Michelle delivered personally and gave it to them on the house! We could not believe it. She felt bad that due to ordering lower since they just opened that they could not accommodate their intended choices. It was incredibly generous of her and it definitely made an impression of going above and beyond for your customers. We can't wait to go back and try some of the food. Welcome to Maplewood! We are glad you are here!",
"The BF and I went here for the 1st time on Saturday after leaving Orbit Pinball Lounge. We sat at the bar and were taken care of by Annie the bartender. She was great!!! She specially made cocktail concoctions for me and every item she recommended was delicious!!! There was another lady assisting behind the bar also whom recommended the pig wings and over heard me speaking of chocolate martini's. \n\nThe BF ordered the pig wings 1/2 & 1/2 of each flavor which I strongly suggest you try. The wings are made from a fried pork shank and dressed in either their house sauce or the asian inspired sauce. The house wing is flavored like your typical buffalo wing with blue cheese crumbles and the asian style is a soy whiskey glaze with peanuts and cilantro. The BF highly enjoyed them. I thought both had a nice crisp and flavor to them. They were executed well to be made from pork and taste like chicken. I ordered the House Burger which comes with cheddar cheese and bacon, how great!!! Along with 1 side. The options for sides were fries, cheese grits, seasoned veggies and the Brussels coleslaw, which is served warm. I ordered a cheese burger medium with the coleslaw. They butter and toast the bread perfectly. The meat was well seasoned and juicy. And the cheddar and bacon knocked it out the park. The coleslaw was also very tasty, warning: it's a unique experience. I topped my meal off with their Apple Buckle which is served in a cast iron skillet with a scoop of Serendipity ice cream on top, absolutely delicious!!!!! \n\nOur service was great, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. They have whiskeys and specialized cocktails. The decor is cute and rustic with that pub/saloon look. We will definitely return to explore more of the menu.",
"What a great place! A large group of us were in from out of town and stopped in for a leisurely dinner and lots of cocktails! By the time that we had left we had tried almost everything on the menu, all of which was truly memorable. The pig wings and the big pig sandwich are must haves! the staff is friendly and well informed, and the cocktails are nicely balanced and inventive! We will be back the next time we are in town for sure!",
"We tried the Pig Wings and Cheesy Grits. The nice thing about the Pig Wings as we were able to split it so we could try two different kinds: the soy whiskey glazed with peanuts and cilantro vs the sweet and spicy with blue cheese, jalapenos, and pickled okra. Both were fantastic though surprisingly I loved the sweet and spicy slightly more and Dan was the opposite. Cheesy grits were a hit and considering my husband always says \" I hate grits\" he loved them! Bartender Annie was amazing and so friendly! We loved the Shiraz we got. Both of us can't wait to return. Happy dining!",
"Love this new restaurant!\n\nI went over to the Muddled Pig on their first weekend open (soft open, this is before the grand opening) and had a great experience. We were a party of three and each tried something different. We split the poutine which was EXCELLENT and really reasonable for the price. I had the cornmeal crusted pork chop--fantastic! The others had the oyster po-boy and the pork shank, both were fantastic. The brussel cole slaw is also awesome. The cheesy grits are really cheesy (is it possible for grits to be too cheesy?) We had the cheese plate for dessert (out of curiosity, not because we were remotely hungry!) and loved it, especially the goat cheese. The table next to us got the apple buckle and raved about it.\n\nWe also had great cocktails--I especially liked the mezcal mule. Will have to return to try the others.\n\nThe decor is really lovely, a sort of rustic-modern simplicity that works well in the space. There's a big communal table in the front that could seat a big group. Once they start their happy hour, I could definitely see that big table being host to some great early evening get togethers.\n\nThere were a few kinks since they had JUST opening (a wait on getting water, waitress didn't know everything about the menu), but not enough to remotely dampen our delicious evening. Five stars.",
"I've been here twice so far, and the experience has been mixed. The service is good, and the atmosphere is right, but the execution is lacking. First I got the pork belly bhan mi. Pork Belly, Japanese mayo, and vegetables on a sub, but there was absolutely no acid to cut through the fat, making it a one note dish. Second visit I tried the fish and chips. The Fish came out soaked in grease letting me know their fryer was well below temperature. The fries also came out limp and greasy. They also came out with their house made ketchup. The first time it was sweet and had a cinnamon flavor which seemed out of place. Second trip it was spicy and more like chili paste, which I like, but it isn't ketchup. \n\nI know they just opened, but I'd recommend waiting a few months until they have the kinks worked out before trying the place. While the quality of the ingredients and style of food has improved from when this place was the Wood, the quality of the cooking has remained stagnant.",
"The decor at this place is great, although they could use more tables. The food could be good but wasn't served warm enough and the flavors were lacking. The Big Pig Sandwich tasted like a fancy McRib which when you're paying $12.00 for a sandwich isn't ideal. The poutine was okay, the fries needed to be hotter and more jalapeños, but special shout out to the deep fried cheese curds on it which were probably the best I've had in St. Louis. The mushroom and farro salad was good, but could use a more flavorful dressing. Our server was great and very attentive.",
"We really enjoyed the Big Pig. The slaw had a unique flavor that brought the whole sandwich together. It wasn't messy either. Fries were nicely fried and our bowl or green chili had flavor but not knock your socks off. The complaint I have is the cocktails are too pricey. I understand and they're handcrafted but to met hey didn't warrant $9/$10. Beers seemed a little more reasonably priced. \n\nThe foodies good and a good location so Muddled Pig has definite potential.",
"Ate here last night. They were packed. We had to wait about 20 minutes. The service was excellent! The staff was hustling all over the restaurant but was completely professional. The menu is small, but unique with lots of pork items. I ordered the Asian flavored pork wings. They are actually an appetizer, but I ordered as an entree. They had awesome flavor and you get three times the meat than you would with a chicken wing. My guest ordered the fish and chips. The fish was moist and had just the right amount of seasoning. The atmosphere was cozy with booths and tables. Hope to return to The Muddled Pig soon.",
"Just had dinner here. Great local place. Cool menu wonderful service. Our pork shanks were awesome. We'll be back"
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"La Indita = Oh La La\n\nDid I ever mentioned how much I like Mexican food? During my mother's pregnancy with my sister and I she ate so much of it, even though we're African American, people think we're Hispanic. So its only appropriate I write a review about this place.\n\nLa Indita is one of the many 4th Avenue restraunts which sits between a Vegan eatery and LGBT night club.... you know, a nifty place for those gay/lesbian vegans who are simply famished from dancing all night.\n\nI love La Indita's menu because it has an extensive list of possibilities... spinach and nut tacos, chille rellenos, enchiladas, tamales, etc. The food is not baked in Crisco, then moistened with a slab of butter like many Mexican restaurants around town. Its light (they only use vegetable oil) and seasoned well with some wonderful natural blends of spices. \n\nThe boyfriend (aka Styrofoam and others have called him Cement) who enjoys only Taco Bell was delightfully satisfied with his plate of cheese Enchiladas, beans, and rice. Our guests with more refined tastes had a chicken mole dinner that wasn't too sweet nor too bland, but a perfect concoction. During our next visit we plan to try their Chalupas.\n\nIts a cute and quaint restaurant with really great food. Prices are anywhere between $5 and $8 a plate. Go on, visit and become a La Indita convert.",
"This place has never let me down. Potato tacos make my heart sing. Greasy potato tacos. Their salsa is yummy with just enough spice to give it a kick, but not kill your tastebuds. Every time I've gone here the place is relatively empty which is good if you're hungry and want to eat now damnit! The only bad thing I could say about this place is that sometimes I get a stomach ache after eating here because the tacos can be greasy, but this could be my sensitive little stomach and mean nothing to someone else.",
"I tend to judge Mexican food on two criteria: the chips/salsa, and the rest. The chips here are thick and crunchy. Yum. The salsa is served with a spoon and while thin, has good flavor. Not bad. The entree I had, chicken enchiladas, were right on the money - good chicken breast, and a green chile sauce that had a little complexity to it. And while I usually just have a taste of the refried beans and rice, this time I ate them all - the rice had little bits of potato in it, and the beans were grubbin'. This is excellent, authentic Mexican food at a very reasonable price.",
"I rarely give a 5 star rating. This place got one because of the food and very inexpensive prices. The atmosphere isn't bad, but the food really shines. It's not fine dining, but for Mexican I don't expect this.\n\nThe chips and salsa rock. The salsa is a little thin, but it's mighty tasty! I most recently had the chicken Mole as it was the daily special. VERY yummy! Everyone at my table was smacking their lips and commenting on how good everything was.\n\nCheap, great Mexican food. What more can ya ask for? Plus it's in a convenient location on 4th ave close to coffee shops, shopping...\n\nCome in, dine, resistance is futile!!!",
"i love this place! 17 dollar meal for two (before tip but including iced teas) and i cannot get enough of their cheese crisps and mole...and enchiladas and....everything.\n\nseriously love the food and the atmosphere. it has a unique style and flavor that is hard to find in amongst the sea of mexican food of the southwest. also, extra star for attention to vegetarian items i.e., what is vegetarian and what can be made vegetarian.\n\n(EDIT: i got food poisoning at this place the week of thanksgiving, don't want to turn anyone away from it since it's locally owned and we all know that's rare, but i won't be heading back anytime soon...)",
"Hands down my favorite Mexican restuarant in Tucson, The carne seca tacos are fabulous, the meat so flavorful and juicy. It is much better than the carne seca at El Charro. However, they can run out of it by Sunday night so be prepared. This is fine, because they have plenty of other tasty options. The prices can't be beat either.\n\nOn the negative side, the service can be extremely slow sometimes. The wait staff is always super friendly but if you happen to hit the place when they get mobbed, getting served can take a while.",
"Good stuff. A little pricey but for tasty vegan Mexican fare I am down with it. I had the enchiladas; 1 spinach and nut and 1 mushroom. Tasty but small.Great guacamole and tasty beans. My wife loved the chicken flauntas. Very nice help but I cannot stand the old smell of the place.",
"I had a great experience here! The food was fresh, the salsa and sauces are made from scratch, which made the food savory and delicious. I had the indian taco and Chris had the carne seca, both were very good. The chips were nice and thick. The actual place is kind of divey and the service was ok, but the food is I would say some of the better Mexican food I have found in Tucson.",
"Been here and could never get into it. I don't see the appeal. They scored a \"needs improvement\" on their last health inspection. Barf.",
"Mushroom Tacos=TOTFAWES\n\nHad been falling into a former shell of itself, but is on the comeuppance (that can't really be a word is it?) lately.\n\nDude, I just wanna eat beans and tortillas for life"
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"Went to this location today with a friend because we love the Plymouth Meeting location & unfortunately neither of us were impressed. \nThe food was not bad but it was nowhere near as good as the Plymouth Meeting location. We greatly missed the table side guacamole & the guacamole that we did have was a small portion for the price & a bit bland. I ordered a cheese quesadilla as part of my meal that was laughable. It was simply American cheese melted in a tiny tortilla & the tacos that my friend ordered very small as well. \nAgain, the food wasn't bad but if you are going to eat here based on your experience at other Plaza Azteca locations, you may be a bit disappointed. \nOh, and don't sit at the booth beside the kitchen door as every time someone comes out of the kitchen the door will bang against the back of your seat.",
"Excellent Enchiladas. And fantastic Mohito. Large and Minty... hope they make a go of it..brand new and very big place..it us worth visiting and exploring the Mexican cuisine. .",
"First time here and I have to say it was delicious. We got the classic guacamole that was very good, the salsa was spicy the chips were thick and salty. We tried the tortilla soup and it was my least favorite thing of the night. I got enchiladas suiza(3 chicken enchiladas) they were a little spicy and topped with a creamy tomatillo, sauce, sour cream, onions and queso fresco omg they were excellent. My husband got the enchiladas supreme(1 chicken, 1 shredded beef 1 picadillo and 1 cheese) he said they were excellent as well. They were both served with a side of frijoles de la olla(rice and beans with pickled beet onions)To end the meal we shared the churros and oh my goodness were they good! they came with 4 and were stuffed with caramel and we chose the tequila caramel dipping sauce. Mariano our server was fantastic he was very attentive and very helpful! We will be back!",
"Also my first time here and the food wasn't bad, but also not superior. The chips & salsa were good! I ordered a house margarita and I will definitely be back for another!\n\nI ordered the burrito Mexico (grilled chicken, rice, beans, sour cream, pico and cheese sauce) it was tasty and very filling! My mother ordered the enchiladas supreme (1 chicken, 1 ground beef, 1 cheese and 1 shredded beef) and thoroughly enjoyed her plate! \n\nOverall it was a good experience and the staff was nice, but we felt rushed. I think part of that was due to the fact that most of the waitstaff was just standing around waiting for tables. The moment we finished a drink or put down a plate, they were there to grab it right from us.\n\nI'll definitely be back, but most likely for the drinks and small plates/appetizers.",
"Great margs, friendly service and amazing food! I recommend the mango margarita, pineapple guac, pork tacos or chicken chimichangas!",
"I had to try this place and I'm glad I did! I decided to Split a chicken fajita for lunch. It was plentiful and flavorful. The kids menu included the beef burrito and a taco. He loved it! We ordered the churos for lunch as recommended by the waitress. There is a bit of a wait as they are prepared fresh. They were great! The caramel sauce is addicting. I wish it can with a dab of ice cream.",
"Very clean and well kept. Food seemed fresh. Food and drinks did not taste authentic. Servers couldn't answer basic questions. Classic lime margarita tasted like cheap syrup and had a banana flavor to it.",
"I've been waiting for Plaza Azteca to open for what felt like forever. I've exhausted all of the Cross Keys Rd-Sicklerville area restaurant options many times over and needed something new and fresh! Mexican is our go-to about 2-3 times per week (either cooking at home or eating out) so I was so hype when we had a chance to check out Plaza Azteca on a Sunday right before the dinner rush.\n\nThe atmosphere was very trendy and right away I could tell (since they didn't have a menu online) that it was going to be a pricey meal. We were seated right away, ordered waters (it was family night), and given chips and salsa (a must at a good mexican joint)! After browsing the menu, my hunch about the prices was correct, but seemed to be a bit all over the place. For example, it's $7 for soup but only $9 to create your own 2 item combo meal. I really wanted the grilled pineapple guacamole, but the ingredient list included goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. As much as I love both of those items, I wasn't feeling courageous enough at the time to have it in my guacamole with pineapples. We went with the classic guacamole, which was quite tasty, but as you can see from my picture it was as big as an ice cream scoop. Whomp. Whomp.\n\nOur waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu items. We expressed our disappointment in the lack of children-friendly mexican style selections. When we asked her if the Yucatan Enchiladas were spicy, since my daughter wanted to split them with my husband, she brought over a sample of the salsa verde for her to try to see if it was the right heat. Very much appreciated! We ordered the Yucatan Enchiladas and Al Pastor Tacos and all three of us split the two dishes. The Al Pastor tacos were a miss mostly due to flavor but also because the homemade tortilla completely fell apart on my first bite. Tacos always fall apart on me, but usually I can get at least halfway through before I need to use my fork. This time it was basically all fork. \n\nOur bill came to $45 (after gratuity) for two dinner items and guacamole. In my opinion it was quite pricey for the quality and amount of food. I wasn't over the moon about any of the dishes, however they satisfied my Mexican cravings. I would like to go back to try the margaritas and churros I keep hearing people rave about on their reviews!",
"Great food and drinks. Authentic Mexican cuisine comes to Gloucester township... Finally! Very friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive staff. The tuna tostadas, guacamole trio, and spinach & chicken enchiladas are a must try! You won't be disappointed. House margaritas are made fresh and have a smooth, refreshing taste to them. A great place to visit with families or just to grab some apps and drinks!",
"We visited them during the opening week and as a practice I will give a restaurant more then one try. Our waitress was very nice and knowledgable. The food was just ok the chips and salsa were terrible and tasted like they can from a jar/bag. I had the omg nachos-- they came with like 8 nachos on a plate-- thank god I wasn't dying of hunger-- they were very good-- my husband had some chicken thing that was good but it came with the bone in it-- which was a little unexpected.. I don't think the menu isnt descriptive enough-- what u anticipated wasn't what you got-- but the food tasted good so we will be back for another go and try to order something different -- mango margarita was good but it lacked flair not even a piece of fruit on the glass?!?"
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"In comparison to Borders on Broad, Barnes and Noble is far superior (though only one star more). Typically I find this BN to be quieter and less crowded...until you reach the cafe which is always packed. The one aspect that is missing from it's suburban sisters are areas with comfy chairs to sit for hours and read before leaving empty handed. The staff here has always been pleasant and happy to help when in search of obscure books. I can't recall ever noticing a music or DVD section...but you shouldn't buy those here anyway. If you have the patience, order your books online, if you are aching for a novel, hit up this BN.",
"To me, there isn't a finer B&N on the planet. Four floors of books, coffee, magazines, all that... in a space that seems rather condensed. I've never expected to find something here that I haven't. Equally, they occasionally surprise me by what they do carry.\n\nI love that Philadelphia has a bookstore across from its best park, and what that says. I never liked B&N growing up until I started frequenting this location.\n\nThe only thing I wish they'd do to improve is extend the magazine sections a bit... Tower always had the best, and somebody needs to compete.\n\nYes, Philadelphia has MANY great indie bookstores, and I can't underplay that, but this place deserves credit/recognition for its easy-to-find familiarity, great service, and extensive inventory.",
"What can you say. From top to bottom Barnes & Noble present a great user experience. This location is especially nice because of the architecture and size of the building. Four floors packed with all the books you'd want, though not too much as to overwhelm. \n\nPERK: Park! Walk outside with your book and coffee, and you're in lovely Rittenhouse Square. Sit and read! Enjoy!",
"barnes and noble is a readers paradise. while i usually prefer the small unpopular book sellers. i am nearly addicted to barnes and noble, from the comfy lounge chairs to the large assortment of reading material this place can take up your whole day. i also adore the fact that they sell tea(and coffee) inside.\nthis location in particular is worth going to especially on a rainy day.",
"This quiet location offers a small coffee shop area, so you might need to wait for a table. But if the weather's nice, that's just mother nature giving you a kick in the pants to get outside!!",
"One of the blessings about living in a city like Philadelphia, which is both large and very very old, is that there are a plethora of second hand bookstores scattered throughout. As such you can almost always find something you're looking for (sans new releases) without going to a major chain.\n\nIf you do have to go to a major chain, your primary choices are Borders Books at Chestnut & Broad and this Barnes & Noble location on Rittenhouse Square. Like everything on the park, this B&N carries a residual snottiness that I find a little pretentious, and so I don't go there often.\n\nMy first and biggest gripe is that on many occasions when I've gone in their front door security guard demands the right to check my bag. We have to get into this big conversation about profiling, the rights of loss prevention, the rights of private establishments VS the right to be protected from illegal searches/seizures, and I hate that. As a rule I avoid places that demand they check your bag because it is inherently sexist (they never check women's purses) and I find they target \"certain types of people\" to bother about it (usually including me.) The bottom line is private retail establishments do not have the right to demand upon searching or seizing your bag as a qualifier for allowing you inside.\n\nMy other gripe about this B&N is that the service inside ranges from extremely helpful and sweet to extremely skulky and rude. I visited on 5/1/08 to meet a professor friend who was going to sit in the cafe and grade papers. He was delayed and I ended up having half an hour to browse. To a bibliophile like myself, a half an hour of free time in a bookstore could lead to $500 in unexpected purchases. But when I feel like every employee is staring holes through my head while I shop, I mentally switch from shopping mode to \"making a list of things I'm interested in so I can by them at home on ebay\" mode.\n\nOn this visit I stopped by the info desk and there were two women who were extremely helpful. They offered to page my friend over the intercom, joking that the humiliation factor alone was worth it. They also directed me to the 2nd floor pay phone and to the cafe to get change to USE said pay phone. Lovely young ladies. Unfortunately we were interrupted by another security person - this time a woman who was clearly working in loss prevention - who came over and gave me a pseudo lecture/hard time about a stuffed animal I was carrying around (an item I had found in the store and had intended to purchase.)\n\nIn terms of selection, this B&N is really not that special - it has exactly what every other major location has. So really I have neither praise or pan for B&N in Philadelphia: it is what it is and it's what they all are, and anyone familiar with the chain should know exactly what to expect here.\n\nBy the by, at the cafe I got an extra large - excuse me, \"Venti\" - Italian Soda for $2.30 with tax. However, I marked the price range as expensive, because in today's competing world where newly released hardcover books are often severely marked down on Amazon.com or other retailers, B&N continues to have very high product prices.",
"I've been to this Barnes & Noble several times. It has several floors and security at the front door is there to keep any riffraff out (or anyone from bolting with a $200 encyclopedia, I imagine). On the second floor is a cafe (predictably called the Barnes & Noble Cafe) that provides a scenic view of Rittenhouse Square, and a place to catch up with a friend or study. (Need a restroom? They've got those.)\n\nBesides the cafe, shoppers can obviously take advantage of the full volume of Barnes & Noble's library, along with their standard prices and discounts, to browse and purchase as one sees fit. Not a bad place to kill 10 to 60 minutes.",
"Awesome location, right across from Rittenhouse Square! There is also a library nearby but don't let that stop you from browsing here. \n\nB&N is huge, has about 3 levels, 2nd floor cafe. I love the B&N Classics collection... a bargain! I don't have any complaints about this store. It is like Borders on Broad, but with the nice plus of being near the park. I really miss this place.\n\nI did have one creepy moment when I was in the computers section and there was a guy hiding back there reading an erotic novel and masturbating. I guess this isn't unlike walking around a library and catching people doing naughty things behind bookshelves, but that was the only time I was freaked out. So if you see a shady guy doing something like this, do what I failed to do and let an employee know!",
"Just came back from a trip to Charleston and had learned that I do not really know as much as I liked about the Civil War. So I decided to get a good old book about it. Something for a nice general overview and not eight volumes with forty pages on Picket's Charge AND something with which I could fall asleep on the couch TONIGHT. And hey, I found just the right thing, but unfortunately the book was damaged and the cover torn. So I asked, whether they had a new one in store. B&N: \"No.\" Well, I certainly wouldn't mind taking this one, if they gave me a discount. Now call me cheap, but, firstly, I really like books and I love to keep them in one piece and secondly I just believe that when I am entitled to get an undamaged one for the full price, why settle for a lemon for the same money??? B&N: \"We can only offer you a discount if it is impossible to order it (checking...) and I can get it by Saturday or at least by Monday.\" (It is Tuesday night) Me: \"Ehh, as I said I wanted to read it tonight...\" B&N: \"Then you have to pay the full price.\" So much about customer service. Thank you. Order the book? Will do, but from a company that features a certain South American river in their name. Sorry, but I have my principles and now I am grouchy.\nUPDATE Wednesday: Bought the book at Borders without any trouble. Take this, Barney!",
"This store is just as winded and useless as it's Broad Street counterpart, except filled with more annoying yuppies in suede jackets and three hundred dollar haircuts...must be the neighborhood.\n\nUnless you are into the latest fake-wanna-be-Buddhist self help book or the latest on Barack Obama they are utterly useless. It's a shame because I use to love riding my bike over to Rittenhouse, grabbing a coffee and browsing what's new. Now whenever you ask for help finding something the staff either:\n\n 1. Gives you \"the look\" - like, ew why do you want that?\n 2. Gives you \"the sigh\" - like you're actually going to make me \n work, huh? I hate the stairs, even though they're electric. \n 3. Give you the wrong section to look under, then you have to \n start all over again.\n\nSorry dude, it's your fucking job to help me so just stop flirting with that waif in the Prada jeans and direct me where I actually need to go. \n\nB&N is one of those bookstores that you can wander in for days trying to impress yourself with your Renaissance man type knowledge in a hundred genres but when it comes to looking for something specific you're screwed. No one has ever offered to order a book for me, even though it is quite obvious that they do so for other people since the \"book search\" shows, \"Oh, that's a special order for someone.\" Well maybe I'd like to order a copy for myself now wouldn't I? No, actually I wouldn't - I'll just ride back down to Head House where the staff is actually helpful."
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"Thai Am is a quick lunch place with great service. The staff is prompt and knowledgeable. Several dishes on the menu have not made par for what I expected, but I'm still waiting to try the curry. The Pad Thai is descent and is what i usually get if I want something safe. If you find yourself in the area with a hankering for asian cuisine Thai Am is acceptable.",
"Never been for lunch...but just I always get the Pad See-Ew (sp?) chicken. It's everything I expect and a good enough portion that I always have enough to take home. But, that's usually because I get white rice which is given in very hefty scoops.\n\nGood prices and servers are amazingly nice. I've eaten there a few times and got take-out once. Service is always fast.",
"Great food at a good price. You can miss it if you don't pay attention so keep a sharp eye and stop in, it's worth it.",
"Delicious thai food that is vegetarian friendly; most of their dishes can be made vegetarian or vegan on request. The coconut and tofu soup is a favorite in the winter.",
"So to start, there was trouble, but it was made up for in the end.\n\nWhen we arrived there were 6 of us. Unfortunately due to the lunch crowd, there wasn't room for all of us at one table, so we had to be split - boys vs girls. Generally this wouldn't have been an issue, but the other guy joins us for lunch, but doesn't eat lunch, so I was forgotten regarding the menu.\n\nFortunately, lunch comes with automatic soup and salad which was able to tide me over. The soup is a basic wonton, nothing to write home about. The side salad, while simple, has a great peanut dressing.\n\nEventually I was given a menu after the other table had ordered and again, fortunately I had checked over the menu online before arriving. I went with the Special Shrimp - fried shrimp with chili jam and rice.\n\nThe most important thing I noticed is that food was delivered very quickly. I think the other table maybe waited 5 minutes max before their meals were served. As I ordered something off the specialty menu, mine took a bit longer, but was well worth it.\n\nAlso to note is that the lunch specials are ridiculously cheap. I don't think we saw something for more than $9. Considering you get a good portion of food, rice, and the soup & salad, you definitely get your money's worth.\n\nI look forward to returning, possibly with less people, and ordering from the regular menu so I can get good food fast.",
"Important caveat, my rating is for lunch only. Dinner (which I have also had here) would be more of a 3.5 to 4, as while the food is still good, it doesn't represent the same value.\n\nI believe this is one of the best lunch bargains in the whole St. Pete area. A generously portioned lunch that tastes great and comes with free soup and salad. You absolutely must try this.",
"Best Thai is St Pete hands down",
"This will definitely become my husband and I's staple Thai restaurant. Their ingredients are FRESH and the service is wonderful. Chicken pad thai is a must.",
"I really wanted to like this place, based on the recommendation of another, but I couldn't eat more than a spoonful of the pad thai we ordered. It was flavorless and dull, very greasy and seemed like it had been sitting in a vat for a while. It tasted old. We will not be returning. I call this place 'The McDonalds' of Thai food.",
"Not fancy, not a lot of ambiance, but really fresh good food, as mild or as hot as you want. Vegatables were all crispy and fresh, and the crispy duck was pretty good too (and I am a tough critic of crispy duck). Seems like a good place for take out. Lots of people had called ahead and put in orders, which we will probably do next time."
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"I looked at Barley Sheaf for an event next year. We set up a meeting with Lola, who said she was the owner. We toured the grounds and fell in love with the scenery. We decided we wanted to have our event there even though the price was high for us. We then continued to call them for 2-weeks straight trying to get them to send us over a written agreement. Finally a woman that we had never heard from before got back to us to let us know that the price we were given was incorrect, and was actually $50.00 more PER PERSON! This was such an outrageous jump in price for no reason. They would not honor the price we were given in writing. They were extremely unprofessional about the whole thing. The price increase made Barley Sheaf completely not affordable, and we had to walk away. We ended up booking with Holly Hedge Estate down the road from them, which was a MUCH cheaper price, and way better service. I would NOT suggest supporting this B&B, where there are tons of others in this are that are way better.",
"This is my boyfriends account:\nI cant say enough about this wonderful experience. Stepping into this B&B was like stepping into a Chateau, so full of charm and warmth. Staff was amazing and completely accommodating. My first time here was with my boyfriend and his family for breakfast. The food was delicious and dinning room had picturesque views of the grounds. We were given a tour of each room in the Manor House plus the cottage and barn house. Each room had its unique style and decor which I absolutely loved. We were so taken by this place my boyfriend and I went back for a pre-Valentines day 6 course dinner with wine paring. I am a vegetarian and they we able to adjust the menu to fit my needs. An absolute must, I'm a picky girl from NYC and it totally won me over.",
"We got married 4 days before Thanksgiving and didn't want to go far from home for our honeymoon. We love New Hope and we saw the web site for Barley Sheaf and thought it looked like the perfect place. We stayed for three nights and had a great time! We stayed in the You Can't Take it With You Suite. It was amazing! The breakfast was out of this world and the spa service was great. We received an afternoon snack everyday which was also phenomenal. I would recommend Barley Sheaf to anyone looking for a place to stay in the area and we will definitely return for one of our anniversaries!",
"Please do not let the photos on their website or the manager's promises fool you. This Inn may be ideal for a couple celebrating their Anniversary, birthday etc... for 1-2 nights...from the reviews I read from Mike and Amanda.\n\nBUT NOT IDEAL FOR A WEDDING!!! \nI will definitely write more details about the disappointments.\n\nAGAIN, DO NOT BOOK THIS PLACE FOR A LARGE PARTY OR WEDDING!!!\n\nUnfortunately, the staff, property, food, rooms, etc...are not equipped or hold a level of etiquette or service for this kind of special day/event.\n\nI was a wedding guest and Was flabbergasted by a number of things! I am fortunate the accommodations were covered by the bride and groom. \n\n\nThis was minor but worth mentioning...Was told there was Free wifi but I was not given a password if there was any and I had NO connection in the room.",
"I actually did not end up staying at The Inn at Barley Sheaf Farm, but did have high hopes to. My husband and I had just gotten married (in June) and the next day we were going to the Lambertville/New Hope area and were hoping to spend the evening overnight at a nearby bed and breakfast. I love B&B's so much-they just have a charm that you simply cannot find in a hotel. This place looked perfect...I was so excited about the possibility of staying here. We called up and the woman who answered the phone was quite possibly one of the rudest people that we have ever spoken to at a B&B! I had checked the availability online before calling the inn and was thrilled when the site showed that there was an available room. We preferred to book over the phone versus on the internet so when my husband called he asked about availability (we know that the internet reservation systems for lodgings are not always accurate and up to date). When he began to talk about the rooms/rates the woman couldn't have cared any less to be dealing with him. She seemed bothered, in fact, by our phone call. She said that she had someone else on the other line and actually had the gall to tell him that he can look at everything on their website!!! That is fine if she was in the middle of something at that moment-we are not of an impatient nature. The correct thing would have been for her to politely tell us that she would call us back momentarily and ask for a number that we could be reached at, and that then she would be more than happy to assist us. I have a few favorite choice B&B's of all time and although not every single inn that we stay at turns out to be a wonderful place I don't really ever recall anyone running one being so rude and indifferent. That just shows that The Inn at Barley Sheaf Farm isn't the \"full package\"-that just because someone owns and runs a beautiful property doesn't mean that they care about their customers or potential ones, have manners, or the skill that it takes to be successful in this industry. From all of our stays at bed and breakfasts over the years my husband and I are insightful enough to know that the people who run these sort of establishments truly do \"make the place\". Although it killed me to stay at a hotel the evening after our wedding, in this case I was MORE THAN HAPPY TO support the hotel industry!",
"This inn has a really cool history (owned by the playwright George Kaufman) and has been visited by plenty of literary guests, including John Steinbeck. So I would definitely recommend it to any serious readers out there, or fans of American theatre or literature. \n\nAlthough we only spent one night there, we enjoyed a very delicious, set-course dinner with everything from white truffle soup to beef tenderloin and pumpkin-ginger ice cream. The breakfast was also delicious, with both a buffet and made-to-order specials (like our pistacio-pumpkin pancakes) and an open-air kitchen.\n\nThe staff is really friendly, and we had a big room (suite really) in a former stable that dates back to the 1840s with a giant fireplace. A little out of the way, but an all-around great stay I would recommend to anyone visiting the area.",
"Where do I start. I have such a hard time with leaving mediocre/average or poor reviews of businesses, especially local businesses in this economy. I am fair and honest and non-confrontational. I looked at some of the prior reviews and felt that some of the reviews left no longer apply to the Inn at Barley Sheaf Farm and feel like the staff/owners made efforts to improve previously stated negative/mediocre concerns in past reviews.\n\nI have stayed at many Select Registries (as this is one on the Select Registry list/website). Select Registry has consistently been our go-to for locating top notch, luxurious vacation lodging. I also love Conde Nast. In addition to inns or bed and breakfasts I have also the chance to stay at some very nice hotels.\n\nThat being said, I feel like I have a good sampling base to go by when I go about my review for an inn that charged us $400/night (we stayed two nights and had dinner there, as well as breakfast both days) - dinner was extra and breakfast is included.\n\nWe were there for New Year's Eve so it was a very busy night the second night we stayed there. More specifically, we stayed in the Bagger On Horseback Suite\n\nPros: \nThe Breakfast: as everyone previously stated, was amazing. The food was great and the service was top-notch. My only negative is breakfast was the same two days in a row on a weekend. It didn't leave much to experience the second day.\n\nThe Staff: they were friendly, knowledgeable and helpful when it came for suggestions of local attractions and spots.\n\nThis historical charm and decor. I liked the way they decorated and felt that the grounds were nicely maintained.\n\nCONS: \nThe timing of the New Year's Eve Dinner - they gave us our toasting champagne glass and dessert at 10ish and when we finished said \"you are free to go, if you want\". I was expecting the dinner to be a celebration into the new year as I have experienced at other fine dinning establishments.\n\nOur room was not a $400/night room. It was okay. But the bed (as previously noted in other reviews) was terrible. I honestly had a better night sleep on the couch rather than the king size bed (I ditched my husband to be more comfortable and closer to the bathroom). The whirlpool tub is nice but in a terrible location and very dark - they should either consider dimmer switch lighting or electric candles or something. Plus at the end of the New Year's Eve dinner I wanted to take a bath (my husband has no interest so it's not \"TMI\") but there was no hot water. The other annoying thing about our suite, specifically, was the bathroom was on the first floor and the bedroom on the second floor - for a 5 month pregnant person who gets up and uses the bathroom several times a night, this was really super annoying and I feel it is worth mentioning on the website. \n\nStaff: the first night we did not get turndown service, I did not know that they did turn down service until the second night when they made up the bed and put cookies on the bed. At no point in our stay did they replenish the complimentary beverages in our fridge (I drank the sprite/root beer they had in their the first night), the did not replenish the toiletries either at turn-down or at any point during their daily housekeeping, they did not replace our towels. Nor do they give you two soaps so you need to wash your hands with the same soap you used in the shower. I feel like the staff should be consistent on turndown service (do it or don't do it but mention you are doing it - we didn't know they were going to do it and would have put away our laptop, camera, purse, etc).......and housekeeping should replenish towels, toiletries daily unless you specifically make it clear you are not doing that on a daily basis.\n\nNOW THE BEST/WORST PART\nThe couple staying in the suite next to us.....well no wonder the girl was smoking a cigarette on her deck the next morning. 11:30 pm I hear squeaking bed and then \"OH GOD! OH GOD! F*** YEAH....\" then a variety of moans and words from the couple until 11:45. But it was in full on stereo, like we were in their room.\nThen 2:15am rolls around (I am thinking geez louise these people are animals!) - I honestly do not care what people do in their room, I would like it to remain that way. Especially at a $400/night place. So 2:15 rolls around and I get the same parade of words (my husband was completely asleep in a wine-induced sleep - I can't drink wine or I would have been in the same coma)....UGH seriously could they put up insulation or a sound machine in our room....then SERIOUSLY it goes on again at 4:30 am - but at this point I am laying downstairs on the couch and I can still hear it, despite being on a different floor. Then again we heard it before breakfast around 8:45 am. Fine, I don't care if you are all busy people. I personally, was looking to sleep in and sleep well all weekend. \n\nAll in all, I was disappointed and would unlikely suggest anyone pay to stay here.",
"Fancy, yet classic B&B\nNote: This is not the type of place I had ever imagined staying at - however some dear friends had a beautiful wedding here (from what I heard the staff was very helpful and accommodating).\n\nThe B&B is a lovely set of beautiful old buildings with a small barn area where there are animals. The grounds are well kept and the buildings are clean and beautiful. The wedding took place in the field outside, near some large old trees. The rest was in a tent and the dining area of the B&B. Very nice feel - could walk wherever on the property. The menu was amazing - they offered a lot of vegetarian dishes. The waitstaff is attentive, helpful and the food was awesome. At breakfast, the spread was impressive, and you could order omelets and pancakes in addition to the cornucopia of food. The chefs were even willing to accommodate weird diets. \n\nThe rooms were cozy, and intricate (ours was large and complete with fireplace, TV, coffee maker, Fridge, Jacuzzi, multi-jetted shower) and the beds were comfy. From what I saw of the suites, they were huge and ornate. \n\nEveryone we encountered was very nice, and it was truly a wonderful stay. Personally, I am not normally willing to pay this much per room per night - but as a romantic get away, or for people who are into this type of thing - this is a really nice place. \n\nBonus: there were 2 vegan (and soy-free)-friendly restaurants within 20 miles (!!!).",
"Absolute magical. Very old and gorgeous inside and out. Wine and cheese from 4-6. We stayed in the once in a life time suite. It's fabulous. There are also cottages and rooms in a separate building away from the inn. I think they all would be wonderful. The breakfast in the morning was very good too. We will be coming back here again.",
"My husband and I got married at the Barley Sheaf Farm on June 30th 2012, I have to say this place gave me a fairy tail WEDDING, the food was wonderful, FRED ROCKS!! He will make sure everything goes just the way you want it to go, I mean totally top notch, we are so happy we made the choice of using the Barley Sheaf for our wedding, and well the rooms are something out of a magazine, you really think you are in Paris or somewhere far away. I love this place... BEST B&B in Bucks..."
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"So not aware of the change in ownership, went to Rosso Pizzeria after work for a quick bite. Minor decor changes add warth to the room ( grey can be warm) and the restoration hardware type decor added a period /retro feel. The idea of the spot is...not new. Wood-fired pizza, moderate size wine list, but only a few options by the glass. I'm sure I would have enjoyed it ...if our service had been slighty adequate. Slow to take the order, very slow to serve us, although other diners had food quickly. We ordered wine which was served in a spotted (likely clean just didn't look it) glass. After a very long wait our food arrived: a small beet salad and a small dry pannini ( oh, sorry, you asked for the soup with that?). Would have been helpful to say \"that dish is quite small, you may want to order something more, or for the waitress to know what the dishes were..By the time the soup arrived, we were done everything else. No description of the size of dishes, no talk about the new restaurant or the pizza oven ( although the waiter at the front seemed to know what was going on, no so much ours). Beet salad small around 250 ml, but beets tender flavour profile was light yet well rounded, with just a spinkling of cheese which added to the mouth feel of the dish. Pannini was small dry and had two small cherry tomatoes, basil and a little melted cheese. Soup arrived, and was a Tuscan bread soup- not inspired. Tasted OK, but by that time, not feeling the love. Restaurant starting to get busy at this point, and waitress brought bill. Would have been helpful to mention we needed to pay at front of store, rather than wait and wait and wait for her to come back. Dinner for 2 under $40 but I think that there are still a few things to be figured out at Rossos. Food quality 6, service 4, ambiance 8 for overall 6/10. I think we'll give them another chance, but not for awhile, until they get the service and quality issues sorted.",
"My wife and I have this tradition of going to sugar bowl for beer and if the place is full. we go to former DaCapo. So this time we decided to try the \"new\" replacement Rosso. I should say beside the appearance and wood burning oven, 90% of the restaurant is the same, even the staff. The only major change that really bothered me is that the price of beers have gone up. I use to pay 7$ for st Bernard now it is 10$ :( \n\nI prefer the new look, it is more comfy. Now they also take order at your table, which is a nice addition. \n\nI will defiantly keep going to this place. If you like to have a beer with friends and you do not want to stand in line for a seat at sugar bowl, I strongly suggest Rosso. They somehow want to promote the idea that now they are more of a restaurant than a bar which I hope it does not stick :D I prefer the old cafe/bar/good Italian food. Lets see if cyclists are coming back here this summer :D \n\nBTW, they have excellent beer selection ( bottle)",
"Rosso Pizzeria gets my first 5-star review on Yelp! I have been three times now because I always have trouble choosing between so many great dishes and the service is great.\n\nThe first time I went it was very busy but the staff was so calm and cool about it. They suggested that my party have a seat at the bar while we waited for a table, which opened up in less than five minutes. The other two visits I was seated immediately and had a drink in hand within less than a minute.\n\nThe food was amazing! I have tried quite a few dishes (from my plate and \"borrowed\" from across the table) and all I can say is the pizzas are second to none. My favourites are the salsiccia and the soppressata. I'm dying to return to try them all.\n\nLastly, the service was more than I'd expected. I'd been to Da Capo (the previous incarnation of this business) and the service was more cafe style, so I expected something similar. Wrong. These guys really know how to accommodate. Every person we met treated us like gold and they were quick to offer suggestions to make our decisions easier. It put a personal touch on our visit, which I like when visiting a locally owned business.\n\nIf it isn't already evident, I will be returning until I've tried the entire menu and then I'll do it all over again. 5 stars!",
"I really liked this place as Da Capo, but the ambiance is very nice with the change. I would come here for a glass of wine or other drink with friends. The menu seemed a bit limited and I was not familiar with the cheeses used on most of the pizzas. I will get brave and try one down the road though.",
"5 star pizza, 2 star service = 3 star total\n\nLet me get out of the way that the pizza was incredibly delicious. The crust and toppings were perfectly thin and crisp, and IMO, better than Famoso. A teeny bit pricy but I think it was worth it for the pie. Go, if you really love traditional Neopolitan-style pizza. \n\nMy friend and I went on a late Sunday afternoon; it wasn't that busy and definitely not during the lunch rush. However, it took a while for us for anyone to acknowledge our presence. In fact, I grabbed my own menu while being seated. No one asked for our drinks. Eventually, a waiter did notice we were huddled over one menu and finally brought a second menu.\n\nWith the multiple signs around the entire area reminding everyone to register their vehicle license plate, and us actually asking the moment we entered about it, it still took another reminder to the waiter to take the license plate #.\n\nThen, when we finally had a chance to order -- also took a while -- the cherry Italian soda my friend ordered took 20 minutes to arrive. While I understand artisinal pizza can take a while, we were floored that it it took another 45 minutes or so for our meals to arrive. During that time, no one checked on us, our drinks, or updated us to the status of our meal.\n\nNo one was unkind or rude to us, and we would suggest people try the pizza, but we're confused as to why the service was so slow and inattentive, considering the lack of patrons.\n\nSome ironing out still needed. But, the pizza is fantastic.",
"I have found my Home Away From Home! For me Da Capo was always a solid 4stars. Then they closed down, renovated, went from a nice cafe to a stunning forno oven pizzeria and Italian cafe all in one! All the elements of the previous cafe that made it awesome are still in place (ie the gelato and excellent cappuccino machine!) But now it has a sophisticated elegance to it. \n\nWith the renovations came the addition of reclaimed marble from the CN Tower that is in place as the bar top as well as a fabulous floor to ceiling shelving unit at the front door that houses the wood for the pizza oven. Also, reclaimed wood from discarded wine barrels make up the table tops, and they are so cool, I wish I could have one of these in my house!! Throw in some chic urban light installations, a floating glass wine wall and boom, you have yourselves one heck of a cool space! Oh, and ya the Zza is awesome; thin, crispy, hot, cheesy with authentic toppings.... Lets just say it's good enough to get this girl in 3 times in the last week!",
"If you are in Edmonton and craving for a good pizza, this is the place to go! Easily the best pizza in the region. Moreover, the staff is extremely friendly and the prices are very honest! They also have very good gelato.",
"Today was my first visit to Rosso and I am sad....sad that I waited so long! I loved everything about Rosso. The decor is rustic, yet hip and there is all different kinds of seating. It's a very comfortable setting.\n\nThe food was FANTASTIC. I am happy as long as food is fresh and homemade and Rosso hit the mark. I had the tomato soup which had small chunks of asiago and parmesan in it and was topped with a tiny bit of shaved chocolate. Yes, chocolate! It really complimented the tomato nicely and was very subtle. I also had the chickpea salad that bursted with flavour from fresh parsley and sun-dried tomatoes.\n\nI found the meal to be very well priced and the service was great. I will be returning to Rosso very soon!",
"This was my first visit to Rosso Pizzeria and Wine Bar. It is located on the south side in the former diCapo spot on 109 st, just north of the Garneau theatre.\n\nThe new owner, Dave, promises lots of great changes to the inside and shared fabulous ideas! I look forward to many return visits here.\n\nThis is the perfect place to share a bottle of vino and plates of charcuterie and cheeses. Nibble away the evening sitting on their patio, sipping wine while people watching. Almost like being back in Europe!\n\nThe food is delicioso! I sampled many pizzas, each tastier than the next. The pizzas are hand tossed in the traditional Neapolitan style. Thin crusted and topped with fresh herbs, thin meats & seafood, and lovely cheeses, including \"a to die for\" house made Ricotta! \n\nThe Fior di Latte Mozzarella they use is SUPERB and blends with the other toppings magnificently. In the cheese plate, it offers a great accompaniment to the various charcuteries and fig jam.\n\nThey also serve a great variety of crostinis, and not your over-served Bruschetta either! (See photos)\n\nAnd let's not forget the GELATO! Lots and lots of gelato. Wonderful flavours such as Panna Cotta, Licorice, Peach, Nutella, Bacci, Strawberries and Bananas, Cinnamon, Chocolate, etc etc etc Mmm!!!\n\nI highly recommend you make Rosso your next pizza stop.\n\nBe warned, this is NOT a fast food pizza joint. Don't come looking for thick crust loaded with chewy mozzarella. This place is for the lovers and connaisseurs of true Italian thin crusted pizza just like in Napoli!",
"Last night I attended a Yelp event at Rosso, so I got my first opportunity to check the place out. \nThe interior is has had a bit of a facelift recently from what I understand, and it looks good! The vibe is casual and you don't need to dress up here, although if you did you wouldn't feel out of place. \nWe started with a bunch of charcuterie which included various meats, cheeses, olives, fig jam and bread. You can't go wrong with any of that for me, but I especially enjoyed the fig jam. I'd spread that stuff on most anything. \n\nWe tried a lot of the various pizzzas, and while everyone will have their own preferences with regards to favourite toppings, all the ones we had were quite good. It's pretty obvious when quality toppings are used, and it makes all the difference. But lets face it, a great pizza comes down to the dough. The crust at Rosso may be my new favourite in town, edging out Famoso. It's light and crunchy, but doesn't have that prolonged chew that Famoso's has. I loved it. \n\nAt about $15 a pizza, the price is not out of line. I'll surely come back for another pie and some gelato. Maybe even a beer or 3."
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"For the greasy-spoon breakfast diner-seeking person, this place is super-dope. \n\nLocated on the southwest side of town, they cater primarily to a blue-collar crowd that works at nearby factories (my grandpa probably went there back in his Allison days). \n\nKnown for great, friendly service by attractive young ladies, they serve up great breakfasts and lunches, and if you're on that side of town, give em a try and ask for Randa. Tell her Ryan sent you!",
"Mann's Grille will always hold a special place in my heart. My grandmother, perhaps one of the premiere nutjobs in the history of Indy's westside, had vendettas against every restaurant in town.... except Mann's. She'd found this gem while working at the defunct Allison plant, and they'd never rubbed her the wrong way.\n\nAnd there's a good reason. While Mann's might be the greasiest of greasy spoons, it's well worth a visit. It used to be a shift-change and a lunch stop for all of the factories around there. Now that all of those factories are gone, years later Mann's still remains. That should tell you something.\n\nDaily dinner specials run you $5.69, and when you're done they'll have to roll you out. Food's really honest and surprisingly good -- it ain't Gordon Ramsay gourmet shit, but if you're looking for that, why are you at a place like Mann's anyway?\n\nWhen we were in town for the holidays, my parents took us there for nostalgia. I can gladly report that nothing had changed since my grandmother's days.",
"Great value, great home-cooked food, no pretense within the wait staff or establishment itself-- the ultimate greasy spoon. While lunchtime is full of wonderful menu items \"like Mom used to make\", their breakfasts are amongst the best in town and not overpriced like the trendy haunts downtown and on the northside of town.",
"Very, very popular with the locals. \n\nWalked in for a brunch around noon on a Thursday, and sat ourselves in a back corner booth. After several minutes, presumably as a social experiment to determine our worthiness of service, we were pleasantly greeted by a clearly overwhelmed and stressed waitress.\n\nThe menu claims they charge for soda refills, though (since in a fine establishment (much like all of Central America) I refuse to attempt to imbibe the \"water\" that comes out of the tap) upon mentioning my displeasure with the idea of the paying extra for each cup she offered to waive the fees.\n\nThe most interesting part of our meal was the flagrant discord between our waitress and the one presiding over the adjoining section. Obviously, they were both having a very bad day, however I suspect this has been a developing issue. The adjoining section waitress, when asked how her day was going preceded to berate her coworker's ineptitude. They argued back and forth throughout the meal, each struggling to work all their tables though they both took our drink orders (one of them twice) and both brought us drinks (in oversized take-out cups without lids) and then also both brought us lids. \n\nWell, on to the reason for existence of the establishment. Once our waitress took our order (all this happened very quickly - we had a very short lunch break) the food arrived very rapidly and was extremely good as well as perfectly prepared.\n\nI thoroughly enjoyed the french toast, scrambled eggs, sausage patties, breakfast potatoes (thick, round, crinkle-cut style), as well as well buttered and lightly toasted white bread. \n\nThis establishment is the definitive \"greasy spoon\", but if that's a restaurant genre that appeals - Mann's will not disappoint.",
"Love this place! It is a true hole-in-the wall but the food, service and value is well worth it!!! The only place u can spend $5 and walk out very very happy!!! A true hometown spot!",
"I've witnessed dramas unfold inside the walls of Mann's Grille that would make Shakespeare both weep, & bay with laughter. \n\nAnd the Food is worth the trip as well. Massive and I really do mean massive portions of honest mid-western comfort food. \n\nThis is Indianapolis's version of Alice's Restaurant.\n\nNow you know Beef & Boards isn't the only place to go for dinner & a show ;)\n\nIf you asked CeCil B. DeMille to describe Mann's, even he would say EPIC!",
"I have to say when I first pulled into the (packed) parking lot of this place, I am glad I was visiting when the sun was still up. However, I must say, don't let the outside (or inside) scare you, the food is very good.\n\nAs others have said, this is comfort food; it is what cracker barrel wants to be but can't (because the food at cracker barrel sucks). The portions are more than enough for a person (or two) with enough for lunch the next day.\n\nGood food, nice staff, and safe enough to visit more than once. :)",
"Great portions, decent service, great prices.. not the fanicest place, but a great lunch place if you are hungry,... oh and breakfast rocks too!",
"I have been thinking about Mann's Grille a lot lately. It has been about a year since I have been there, but that first experience has held a place in my memory. \n\nIt was almost a sensory overload. It was dark, full of smoke, and loud. The cashier was yelling to a line cook, who was yelling to a waitress, who was yelling back. The cook, in a \"white\" tank top under his grease stained apron, was slapping a huge pile of onions on the sizzling flat top grill while a long Pall Mall hangs from his lips. The back wall is covered with name plates of different specials and desserts. Someone yells to a server when there is only one piece of coconut cream pie. Two minutes later the name plate is yanked off the wall. I had ordered a fried fish dinner. The plate came out with 2 monsterous planks of fried cod holding down a mound of crinkle cut fries. The other plate of food on the table was a bacon double cheeseburger. It had a half pound of bacon! The line of locals was starting to pile up. People wanting to pay, wanting to get a table, or pick up take out orders in repurposed Kroger paper bags. The Manhattan's seem to be the crowd favorite whether turkey or beef. \n\nIt's a great place to gorge yourself on simple meals in mass quantity. The people watching is also a bonus. The breakfast is also awesome and starts early. Can't wait to go back and update this review. I hope not too much has changed, fingers crossed!",
"The servings are HUGE, the price is low, and the food is almost amazingly bland and unexciting. It's worth one trip just to see the place."
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"Andy is right. this has to be the worst mcdonalds ever. i will not deny that i am one of the few people left in the world who actually enjoys mcdonalds, but this particular one is just awful.\n\nfrom the homeless people pestering you nonstop, to shadiness going on in the bathrooms, combined with the fact that it takes the workers there about 20 minutes to give you your meal, makes this mcdonalds one to avoid.\n\non my last trip there, i saw a lady changing her infant son's crappy diaper on one of the tables.",
"Hahahaha... so happy to see these other 2 reviews! This has absolutely got to be the shittiest McDonald's on the planet. The drive-thru people yell at you, then ask you to pull over and wait for your food. After 15 minutes I finally backed into the drive-thru line again and blocked everyone from getting their food until they gave me mine. Everyone was honking and screaming and I thought I was going to get shot... what a rush! As mentioned, it is more of a homeless shelter than anything. \"Alright, McGriddle!\"\n\nI looked up this McDonald's specifically because most of my other reviews are all positive, so I thought to myself \"What is the absolutely worst place in Philly I have been to?\" This is my answer.",
"It's pretty bad. Really, what do you expect, greatness? You won't get it, though you will get soggy fries and the typical Big Mac.\n\nFrom what I hear, they would tear this place down to make room for new development, but McDonald's doesn't allow it. \n\nBurger King across the street was shown the door, why can't McDonald's get the hint?",
"ZERO Stars for what we referred to as McDEATH when i was a grad student at Penn. There have been shootings, stabbiong, roberroes and muggings here over the many years.\n\nYet somehow - McDeath remains open.\n\nLet's not even talk about the \"hood\" demographic servers and patrons alike.\n\nAnd of course the scads of loiterers and homeless, down & out West Philly types.\n\nAVOID. AVOID.",
"Wow, first time I walked in here and was hit by a disgusting smell.... I still cringe today every time I walk in. Apparently it's whatever their cleaner is, mixed with the smell of a college student's vomit on the floor (which happens all too often, if the rolling of the staff's eyes is to be taken into account). I really do feel sorry for them to have to clean up after the mess students make, the local residents are much better about policing their trash.\n\nSpeed is efficient and one of the first McDonald's I had seen with the LCD menus back in 2002-ish?\n\nThere's a drive-thru? :P\n\nBut the Burger King that was removed in favor of the restaurant/Bridge combination across the street was sad, and this is the only thing left really from my initial view of this intersection in 1998... aside from the old Public Library.\n\nAs for safety, it's considerably improved from 10 years ago, I would say. There are fewer bums and fewer shady characters as that's been pushed away and further out by the gentrification of the area. Most of the worry now comes from the north, near Market & 40th.",
"This place is much improved from how it was before the new management took over about a year ago. That being said, if the souplines of the 1930s were to have a modern equivalent, they would be this McDonald's. I've personally been repeatedly panhandled in the store. Someone fired a gun in the store a few months ago. The speed of the service is slower than average. (Then again, it seems like pretty much every Philadelphia fast food establishment is a bit on the pokey side.) If you have some sort of coupon or discount, expect to wait a good six minutes for the cashier to find the manager. Waiting that long made me wish I hadn't asked for ten cents off.\n\nI've got to say the worst thing that's happened here has been when I have ordered soft serve. These guys are perfectionists! They will pour me a cone, decide that it isn't perfectly shaped, open the top of the soft serve machine, dump the ice cream back into it, and then pour me the cone again! In addition to being a potential health code violation, this sure makes it take a long time for me to get my cone! (This has happened more than once.)",
"Went here out of desperation. Pulled up to see a group of skateboarders and smelly homeless people. Decided to leave my hungry bunch in the car as I ventured inside. The place smells but is not a surprise because of the clientele that walk aimlessly about. The service wasn't that bad despite the fact that there seemed to be only 3 people working and one of them was in the seating area sweeping the floors and the tables. Yes I said tables. If I knew the area better probably would've looked for someplace else.",
"I used to have a silly mustache. It was long and thin (extending about 4 inches or so into the air). I had it for three years. I used it as a prop for my pro wrestling habit.\n\nOne time, while in the area, I decided to stop into this McDonald's. I waited in line until it was my turn to speak to the girl at the counter.\n\nPerhaps she had never seen a mustache before. It must have been something new for her, as she immediately began to laugh in my face over it.\n\nNow, wearing a ridiculous stache like that, you have to take the reactions with a grain of salt. I knew this. It didn't bother me. I was used to it.\n\nExcept, this girl started to laugh uncontrollably at me. In fact, so much so that she wouldn't take my order. Instead, she called over a large group of McDonald's workers to look at me... all the while pointing at me and wetting themselves with glee and cackling. Much like at the circus. Much like the pack of hyenas in The Lion King.\n\nEven so, it wouldn't have been so horrible. Except it wasn't a HA HA I'm with you on the joke. It was malicious laughing. Belittling laughing.\n\nYou can imagine all the ignorant, ghetto trash things they said to me. Let's face it. They WERE ghetto trash, and they worked in McDonald's in Philadelphia. This isn't an indication of race or socioeconomic status -- just a statement on our town. \n\nOf all the travesties of manners and customer service I've endured in Philly fast food establishments, this experience was perhaps the most damning and indicative of the type of slugs that inhabit this city's minimum wage workforce.",
"nothing can satisfy my tummy after some drunken debauchery at Smoke's like mickey D's on 40th and walnut. the characters you meet there make your experience all the better. I WILL MISS YOU MCDONALDS.\n\n-Penn Senior",
"I accidentally made the following review for the 30th and Market location. It was intended for the 40th and Walnut location:\n\nAwful, one of the worst McDonalds I've been to in recent history. Sure, it's clean and has a convenient location, but that's all this place has going for it.\n\nThe people who work there are generally incompetent and the food is way below par, even for McDonalds.\n\nSeveral times I have had problems with being served inedible food, most recently I received a quarter pounder that must have been sitting in the back of the tray for days: it was hard as a rock, and the entire sandwich was stuck together as if it had been prepared ages ago and left to solidify. Let me elaborate...if I dropped it on the counter top it mimicked a cinder block. If i held the top bun, everything stayed together.\n\nYeah. No thanks.\n\nIf you are a college student looking for late night grub on the cheap, I would suggest you head up the street to DP Dough Philly for a cheap calzone."
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"If you love the taste of Mediterranean you should try this new little place. Fancy decor it does not have. If you're not in a hurry and have the time to enjoy conversation with your family & the owners you should try this place. They have only been open a short time and trying to make it. Everything we ordered was delicious from the appetizers to the home made desserts. It was made when we ordered. I normally like meat rare and questioned my meat when it arrived well done. You would expect for it to have a dry taste. It did not. It was mosit and seasoned perfectly. I ordered the mixed grill 3 piece. My husband ordered the daily special and kids being kids ordered the hamburger/fries . Our serving sizes was more than I anticipated. If you want to support local business owners give them a try. We will be back!!",
"Great food and awesome desserts! The owners were so nice and helpful, they even let us sample some food items. I'm glad to see more local ethnic food places open in the area, which seems to be filled only with chains. This will be a regular place for us.",
"The food here is excellent, the grilled kabab meat is to die for. The people are so nice, very good service. To top it all is the price, you can't go wrong if you are looking for healthy affordable quality food. I will go at least once a week.",
"The food speaks for itself!! The flavor and presentation were the best I've had for Mediterranean food! The real deal!",
"Wow... the food is exquisite... probably the best middle eastern Mediterranean food I've ever tasted in the United States. The people are humble and extremely pleasant.\nIf I could give 10 stars I would to this place. Once people know about the Quality per price point there won't be any room to dine in as it is rather small.The presentation of food, the cleanliness and the humility of the people who serve is nothing short of exceptional. It is an absolute must to try everything on the menu at least once. Judging from my first experience it will be nothing short of excellent. Hope to dine here at least once a week if not more.",
"We tried this place for the first time and it was amazing. It's not a fancy place but food was great. High quality food that wasn't greasy at all. Try the Shish Tawook (chicken skewers) and Beef Shawarma perfectly seasoned and grilled. It highly recommend this place. Total hidden Ge",
"Best Mediterranean restaurant in new Tampa.. We saw the ratings online n went to give it a try, they met our expectations ..",
"Stopped by for some quick take out. The grape leaves were good and a big hit with my 9yo. We also picked up some delicious little meat and spinach pies and some homemade dessert. It was our first time and we were really happy with the quality of the food and the great service. We will be back for some entrees next time.",
"Fantastically fresh made from scratch mtable. Great chicken shawarma and beef gyros. Generous portions of food and hospitable owners. It's a peaceful calm vibe. Will definitely be back",
"Wonderful, fresh, and tasty cuisine. The portions are huge and quality of food is superb. Will definitely come back!"
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"Waitress was nice. Salad bar lacked variety. My sirloin was over cooked and not very juicy. Prices are very reasonable. Clean inside despite the out dated exterior. This experience was moreso a 3.5 out of 5. I would go again if I wasn't leaving to go back home tomorrow.",
"My friends told me this place was not that good and pricey. I tried it and guess what? IT WAS GREAT!!!!!\nFelt like I was in a diner back in NJ. Turns out the owners are from NY and I think the waitress said they are Greek. Why is it that anywhere I eat where the cooks are Greek, I have the best meal in the world?\nI had a burger that came with fries and it was a real big burger not your 1/4 pounder. It was bigger. I added on the soup and salad bar for a only a couple of dollars. I would have had dinner but it was mid afternoon on a Sunday. Must I ask you also why is that whenever you have senior citizens that pouring in that the food is really good and cheap? The seniors I sat next to knew everyone the place. I will be back for an update review have dinner. I enjoyed my wholesome lunch though!!!!!!!",
"The salad bar was the best part of the meal, and it really didn't have much to choose from. I had the stuffed flounder, it was very bland, and mushy. Reminded me of hospital food. My boyfriend had the fried clams, and he said they were \"ok\". Oh well... the search goes on for a really good restaurant in Spring Hill. Is there one????",
"UPDATE!!! \n Spring Hill diners' illness caused by norovirus\n \nLogan Neill\nPublished: Apr 7, 2011\n\nThe Health Department confirmed that more than 100 people who became sick after dining at or who were in contact with someone who dined at Kally K's Steakery & Fishery, 3383 Commercial Way, in Spring Hill between March 6 and 11 were stricken by a norovirus.\nAccording to the report, at least one employee of the restaurant tested positive for the virus, which is a leading cause of gastroenteritis. Symptoms can include severe vomiting, diarrhea and weakness that can last one or two days.",
"Excellent stuffed shrimp. My mother and I come here alot for the shrimp. My father likes the steak. Good offering at salad bar- great pumpernickel bread.\n\nWe were originally worried about the norovirus outbreak but the restaurant was closed, cleaned up. As a doctor, I know how easy it is to transmit viruses (just look at the cruiseships) and this restaurant deserves a second chance.",
"I have been to Kally K's several times and always get the same thing because I love it.... Garlic Crusted Pangaseous. The salad bar is just ok... they only offer iceberg lettuce. I do like their pea soup. I ordered mashed potatoes as one of my sides and they were instant. YUCK. The gravy served on it was fake tasting as well. I told the waiter and he was happy to switch it out to a baked potato which was very good. They will give you real butter if you ask for it. My husband and friends all ordered the all you can eat Thursday special of BBQ ribs. I tasted one and it was very good. They were VERY VERY slow in bringing their second order though. \nI am sure I will return to Kally K's a few times a year if they continue serving the garlic crusted pangaseous.",
"Despite the lackluster health record (and apparently getting a bunch of people sick in 2011), we decided to give Kally K's a chance. Unfortunately, in the three times we've gone, our meals have been consistently poor in quality and preparation. The service is very inattentive, although polite when they're around your table. If you're self-sufficient (willing to get your own silverware off of another table, willing to stack up plates on the edge of the table if they aren't cleared, etc), you shouldn't have TOO much issue with the service.\n\nWednesday nights, the \"all you can eat fried fish\" is a decent value. You'll end up making use of the salad bar and soups (which is fresh and of decent variety for a free add-in) because it takes so long for extra servings to come out. In a 1.5 hour visit, they managed to get two plates out to me before they ran out of tartar sauce and I finally left due to the long wait for the next plate of the \"all you can eat\" offering. We hit McDonalds on the way home, sadly.\n\nOn a side note, the presentation of the food was tasteful enough, and I was complimented by the hostess for removing my hat (in a restaurant full of people wearing them).\n\nAfter three chances, I think I'm done with them.",
"This is by far the best restaurant in Spring Hill. I've been meaning to update my review for a while!! My parents even said they thought it was superb!!!!! Try the Veal Parm and Lamb Shanks!!",
"There was nothing good about coming here. My main dish of shrimp was OK. The salad bar was awful! Very small and limited. Server always talking to what looked like a manager by the entrance to the dining area and failing to refill drinks and see how things are. Possibly worst of all was the fact that one fly kept buzzing around my table, and at least 6 of them made themselves comfortable around the salad bar flying in circles like they were drunk on whiskey. Very unsatisfactory and pesky experience.",
"My grandmother loves this place, so even though they had a food poison epidemic and are now under new management, I'm still pretty wary when I go in there. The first time I tried their captains platter. Tasteless and soggy breaking on flimsy seafood. Their salad bar is pretty small filled with lettuce, a few toppings, and a small assortment of noodle salad, potato salad cole slaw & 2 soups -nothing of which are impressive. The second time I was once again forced to go there even though I had no interest in it. Again I had a bland experience. I ordered the turkey BLT that had barely any meat, and was all lettuce/tomato. It was served with a serious small side of about 10 fries. This place has tasteless food and it feels like your in a funeral parlor. There's a reason why you only see the elderly in here. I am putting my foot down on going here a third time. Terrible."
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"Best Pizza on the Planet, 'nuff said. Sandwiches under $10, entrees $10-$20. Cheesteak Hoagies.. drool.... Panini...yum!",
"Really good and inexpensive food in suburbia. I have had the baked ziti which is classic comfort food, warm and cheesy. Pizza is really good and the kids love the ice cream with their meals.",
"Have done take out a couple of times. Good pizza and your standard fare Italian dishes. They must be doing something right - this place is packed everytime I visit. Nice BYOB scene. I usually check out the blackboard specials while waiting for my take out and they always look yummy. Definitely a place I want to visit as a sit-down.",
"Out of all the pizza places in the area I must say this play ranks the highest for tastiest pizza. What really sold me on this place is the combo of the tasty pizza as well as the delicious garlic knots they provide before the meal. The service from their staff is also wonderful, I've been there a few times and never been displeased with their service the pizza is always out very quickly.",
"Don't go if you make a reservation. We waited 1 hour to get a table with a reservation.\nThe pasta dishes were just OK. Prices were reasonable",
"I highly recommend going here for their Stromboli. The garlic knots that they give you with your meal are also quite addictive. Pizza here is also very good...thin and crispy",
"Great food, for good prices (especially lunch specials). the stromboli is the best I have had anywhere, its a good blend and not just all cheese. Only downside... closed on Mondays!",
"This place is a few minutes from me and it's always packed. The reason being is that it's a nice bump from your average pizza joint. You can get some nice entrees, paninis, etc here on top of your standard pizza parlor menu items. Reason I don't frequent it as often as I should is that the parking lot is packed on the weekends and sometimes not worth the hassle just for take-out. 3.5 stars for me.",
"Carried out pizza twice now, and very impressed. Amazingly flavorful crust and glorious sauce. \nThe dining area was packed both times - this place must be the casual dining destination of choice for all of Warrington!",
"This is my go to carry out pizza joint. Great pizza and great staff. The place is always packed. \n\nTonight the owner sent me home with free pizza to try. Great customer service."
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"I love the sushi, shrimp dumplings, grandfather chicken, honey walnut shrimp, shrimp and eggplant, basically everything on the menu. The manager Paula is always so friendly. I highly recommend Tres Yan and Wu! I went last mother's day and they gave my mom and all mothers that day a free gift certificate. Not only did we have a great meal, but they made all the mom's feel special.",
"Do not order the crispy chicken with apples and walnuts. Chicken was unidentifiable. Brown rice was yummy. Apples and walnuts yummy, too. Very poor quality chicken.",
"This is the best asian cuisine I've ever experienced, hands down. I had the honey walnut shrimp, my wife had the chicken in black bean sauce. We split vegetable dumplings and a shrimp tempura roll. Everything was exquisite. Words just cannot describe the taste of the shrimp with walnuts and apples in a tasty sauce. It truly knocked my socks off!! I go to alot of restaurants in south jersey and philly and I highly recommend it. First class!",
"This is the best Chinese restaurant in or around Mount Laurel. We're subject mostly to dive-style take out like Peking Wok and Lucky Star around these parts, and with China Cafe going out of business (to be replaced by a terrible Chinese buffet), Tres Yan & Wu is really the only option when it comes to decent Chinese cuisine.\n\nAt Tres Yan & Wu, you're going to pay a little more, but when you begin eating you'll see immediately where the extra money went. Everything tastes fresh and delicious, and some Chinese staples are taken to new levels here. The dumplings and egg rolls are better here than anywhere I've ever tasted them. Ditto some unusual menu items, like the shrimp and butternut squash soup. A few other must tries: peking duck and honey walnut shrimp/chicken. You won't find it done better anywhere else.\n\nFor a place that's making its name as a Chinese restaurant, Tres Yan & Wu also boasts, in my opinion, the best sushi I've eaten in South Jersey (besides Sagami in Collingswood, which is in another realm). The rolls are large, fresh and tasty. Again, you'll pay more here than you would at a run-of-the-mill sushi hut, but if you've got a craving for a memorable sushi meal, Tres Yan & Wu is your best bet.\n\nFinally, the service here is outstanding. The host is sweet, the wait staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and management goes to great lengths to remember familiar faces. If you're taking care of them (i.e. spending a lot of money), they'll take care of you. It's not unheard of to have a dish sent over on the house. \n\nI'm of the opinion that if you're going to spend your hard earned money on a luxury like dining out, you should get your moneys worth. Tres Yan & Wu will give you just that.",
"4 stars\nNot 5 for only one reason. They only serve water. I spent 5 minutes looking for drinks, that they did not have. It took me ten to realize they only serve water when I looked around and saw that everyone had water. The moment you sit they immediately put water into your glass. \n\nTheir food is so delicious that the fact that the only serve water becomes secondary. I always get the same thing every time I go. Which is the Walnut Shrimp. Delicious! They make it good every time. Their other dishes are great as well, like grandfathers chicken, shrimp. Everything tastes fresh.\n\nThis is a great place to go to to get quality Chinese food.",
"Wow Wow Wow. First time going tonight. I cant believe that a place could be good at Sushi and Chinese. Very impressed. I got the spicy tuna roll and the young chow fried rice. My only complaint is that they told me the wait time was 30 minutes for pick up. It turned out to be 50. Still have to say, worth the wait...",
"On June 10, 2012, we had a dinner party of 10 to celebrate a birthday. We were pleasantly greeted and led to our table in a nicely decorated room. We had decided to have our dinner served family style and were well pleased. Service was excellent! From appetizers, sushi, house special rice and vegetables, everything was perfect! For the main course, we were delighted to have the steamed and fried sea bass. The absolute best we have ever had!! Chef Paul was originally at Elena Wu in Voorhees and after he left it noticeably changed. He was sorely missed by us. Although it is a half hour drive for us, there is no place else we would go to have top notch Chinese food and Sushi. We will be back again and again.",
"Excellent Chinese food in Mount Laurel! The restaurant itself is definitely a little more upscale than your typical Chinese restaurant and the prices reflect that, but it was worth it. Dishes were around $16-22 dollars. BF had Pineapple Chicken and I had Spicy Noodles with Shrimp Tempura. Both dishes were delish! Definitely check it out. \n\nAnother reviewer said they only serve water -- not true. My boyfriend had a coke and I had ice tea. May not be on menu, but if you ask, they have it.",
"The decor is weird but the food is on point. I had a mix of apps. They were all yummy. The eggplant with shrimp mousse being the highlight. My main course was beef with pan fried noodles. It was very tasty. I highly recommend this restaurant.",
"The food is awesome. I usually have singapore rice noodles with lots of veggies. It tastes amazing. The quantity they offer actually can suffice two people. The shrimp dumplings are also very tasty."
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"Visited here the first time on 9-14-08. This is a basic restaurant - rather small and with limited ambiance - we thought it was more of a neighborhood restaurant - which doesn't necessarily go against it, though. The service was very good but the food was a bit disappointing, and clearly too expensive for what you get - very small portions, by the way). OK, but I would not go out of my way for this one.",
"I like small, hole in the wall places with ambiance. this place has it with limited seating inside and a few tables outside. although it can get very loud during the lunch rush. this is definitely a place for locals. service was quick, food was good except the portions were small otherwise I'd rate it higher",
"Cute, local David Island neighborhood restaurant. Sat outside with the dog and enjoyed a nice thai meal. Any restaurant that served somtom and sticky rice does good in my book. \n\nMy two small complaints: not enough sticky rice, and I asked for thai spicy-spicy, and it was no where near setting my mouth on fire. Oh and a farong served me. Where are the thai people? \n\nAll and all aroy mak mak.\n\nEat well,\nCarolyn",
"Every time I come here, I want to come back ASAP! It is hands-down the BEST Thai food I have had in Florida and boy have I looked. Also, as a vegetarian, it has a wonderful number of options in the menu. \n\nEnvironment: The place is pretty small and not too impressive. BUT it is clean and has always been able to seat me without any kind of wait. \n\nFood: They have these great lunch specials that include a veggie spring roll, an entree, and a dessert. I always get the Pad See Ew with Tofu and love it. Especially when they make it SUPER spicy, which you have to emphasize. The Tofu is cooked FULL of flavor. I took my parents here (they are really picky eaters) and loved it. My dad had the Panang Curry with Eggplant. Now, I am not a fan of eggplant, but they tempura-ed it and it was amazing. I was definitely picking at my dad's dish multiple times throughout the evening. My mom had the Thai Island salad, which was pretty hefty and had so many different and yummy veggies. \n\nAll in all, it is a great hole-in-the-wall place that I am going to become a regular at. I would say that for someone with a large appetite, the portion may be a bit on the smaller side, but they were fine for me. Also, be aware that parking is not always easy in that area.",
"Great first visit. I went to a \"Thai\" place in Channelside (I won't mention where but you can figure it out) and it was dreadful. I vowed never to eat Thai in Tampa again, but I was near Thai Island and longed for Thai food. There were a quite a few people outside the restaurant (others weren't nearly as full) so I figured I'd give it a try- and I'm glad I did. I usually don't order pad thai, but it was a safe bet. The dish was surprisingly good for what it is. I honestly can't wait to return to try the woo sen.",
"This is the best Thai restaurant! We will gladly travel the 45 minutes to enjoy a great meal. The owners are very friendly and we have dined so many times, it now feels like we are eating at a friend's house!",
"We decided to check this place out. I set my expectations low, so I'm happy to say that I was pleasantly surprised. \n\nWe started with the crispy spring rolls. I didn't love the filling or the dipping sauce, but they were served quickly and piping hot and super crispy.\n\nFor our main courses, we had the spicy noodles, red curry and a shrimp stir-fry. I think they serve the food milder than I'm used to, but luckily they do have the different peppers/sauces that are traditionally available at Thai restaurants, so a little Thai chili in fish sauce fixed it up properly.\n\nDid I mention that in addition to the expected Singha beer, they also have Chang? It made me nostalgic for our beer comparison tests late night in Bangkok.\n\nService was lovely, and the bathroom was reasonably clean.",
"I eat here on a regular basis. Food is great, its consistent. High quality at reasonable prices",
"WARNING: you'll get addicted to this hidden gem on DI...\n\nFood was fantastic, prices were reasonable, and service was great. Best Thai food I've found in Tampa, thus far! \n\nPerfectly-cooked Pad See Ew with the fried tofu = my heaven",
"This place is phenomenal!! Found it by accident and was pleasantly surprised. Cheap bottles of wine, great Thai beer. The menu is somewhat extensive but you'll enjoy the freshness of the dishes."
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"best beer-battered oninon rings - and check out their home-made smokey cream of chicken soup with wild rice - awesome! i really like their house salad - lettuce, boiled egg slices, reg onions, black olives, real crumbled bacon with a great-tasting house dressing - lemon-pepper, slightly sweetened. \n\ndaily specials available - this is one of my favorite lunch spots. i tend to eat light - but the big burgers, huge baked potatoes, and other plentiful platters i see go by and i just know a hearty appetite would be happy here!\n\nthis west-county pub/restaurant is a spin-off of Tucker's Place in Soulard (you'll see mardi gras/soulard posters on the walls). tucker's is a comfy, down-home place just off the beaten path of manchester rd. right before 141. decked out with dim lighting, a roomy bar, outside patio eating in clement weather - and the inside dining is divided up into smaller areas for less noise and cozier dining experiences.\n\nthe serving staff is friendly and helpful. i've not done dinner there - they do have steaks.",
"Wonderful steak and great, large baked potatoes. Their house salad was also pretty good, but much sweeter than I expected. \n\nI've only been there a few times, but I would go back.",
"Tucker's in West County has been our go to place for steaks for years. They are priced right and the meat is a good quality. I think the price/value is very high. Here is a great little hint get the house salad with house dressing and have them add some blue cheese crumples. The cheese balances the vinegar and makes the salad even better. \n\nIt has a very limited menu from fish, burgers, steaks, pizza and wings. The burger and pizza are outstanding. I believe in the old saying if you want fish go to a fish place not a steak house.\n\nSince this is an adult place not a chucky cheese there are no highchairs. Kind of nice going to a place with out screaming ill mannered kids.",
"Great food, good service, convenient location and a nice atmosphere. Everything I have had on the menu is fantastic; however, if you want the best thing on the menu, have the pork chop.\n\nnuff said....",
"The 16 ounce Filet special is the best! My wife n I always split this and then get a side salad with a baked potato. The salads are very fresh and the dressings are tasty. The lemon pepper house dressing is very good. The place has packed people in for years for the consistency and value. I will always go to Tuckers as long as I live in the Lou.",
"Cheap, great specials and the steaks are pretty good (especially for the price). I come here often after movies @ Des Peres. \n\nAnd the but... \n\n-Last time I was here there was a line at the host station for (seriously) 10 min. before someone asked the bartender who sent over a hostess who didn't a. welcome us, b. apologize for the wait or c. smile. I understand we all have bad days, but as the \"host\" you represent the restaurant (and get paid for it), not yourself. Then, the server didn't bring my food out! WTF? It was a party of two...how do you not realize that one customer has a big plate in front of them and the other doesn't? Then he wouldn't even stop when we tried to get his attention. Didn't even look at us. When we finally had someone (not our server) ask how we were doing we mentioned it and he grabbed the server who's apology was, \"I'm sorry, It started raining and I got busy.\" There were 4 tables...and everyone had food...everyone except me :( \n\nI really do like you, Tuckers, it's true. But please step up with the customer service.",
"Recently went here and had a fillet Mignon. It was decent, not great, and $20, so is about what I expected. Also had a salad with the house dressing and it was very sweet. It took a second to get used to and I liked it after about the third bite. Bread was served with our meal, which neither of us tried, so I cannot report on it. We both had baked potatoes and they were good enough and came with the toppings that each of us requested. \n\nWe went on a Saturday night and had about a 15 minute wait, so headed to the bar. The bartender took an extraordinary long time to get our drink order. We actually had to ask her if we could order something. It is hard to believe that she did not notice 2 new drinkless people sitting at her bar when there were still empty chairs. \n\nOur server seemed to be rushing us. Actually tried to take my plate when I had only eaten half of my food. I guess if you are not shoveling in your food, she assumes you are finished. I was actually in a nice conversation with my guy, so just took a little longer to eat. \n\nOh well, it wasn't the worst experience I've ever had, but I'm not thinking about returning any time soon either.",
"Go there for lunch as the burgers are great. For dinner, the steak is good, but the pork chop is UNREAL. HUGE! Pizza is ok, and the chef salad is a meal by itself.",
"After hearing the rave reviews about the Soulard location, we thought we'd try the West County location since it was more convenient for everyone. This place seems to be a hangout for happy hour bc there were plenty of ppl hanging out at the bar (SUPER SMOKEY!). Despite having a reservation, we still had to wait about 15 minutes before our table was ready (even though it didn't appear that crowded).\n\nOur server was friendly and attentive. Everyone enjoyed the food, ALTHOUGH it seemed like everyone's steak was on the cold side. Everything tasted fine, but it would've been nice if the meat was hot (or at least warm!).\n\nEntrees were large, and most of us had some to take home. Towards the end of dinner, another server walked by and didn't seem to notice that she dropped a cup of salad dressing off a plate, which landed all over some of our coats and clothing.\n\nI might try the Soulard location, but I think I can cross this location off the list.",
"Went . . . closer to home . . . for dinner, after having been to the Soulard location numerous times for lunch and enjoyed it thoroughly.\n\nTerribly disappointing related to service (two women, what, you think we won't tip! Or drink enough!) Well, actually, we didn't drink much. Was that part of it?! Very small table.\n\nSlow service, grudging service. Food was not remarkable.\n\nPrices were way above what's going on at the Soulard location. What, you think we've got money trees growing out here?!"
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"Wish we had found this place before we ate at another breakfast place all week...good food, decent (not great) prices. It's a chain, which I'm not big on, but had a great selection.",
"The service was good from the hostesses to the wait staff. The food was pretty good. Nothing that jumps out as fantastic. \n I had a good chicken pot pie and my partner had the hummus plate, which we both enjoyed our food. I would see this a great for breakfast more than lunch or dinner.\n\nPro's- Food is not expensive and is pretty good. The staff is friendly and helpful.\nCon- it is a chain so the food is nothing to write home about.",
"I work nights so the weeks I have off my wife and I like to go to breakfast in the mornings. Mimi's is open early and always has a great selection for breakfast.\n\nThe staff is always so helpful and very polite and attentive to our needs. I would suggest this place to anyone who wants a fast and good place to eat!",
"If you don't have taste buds or like generic, middle-American bland, go here. 4 of us went for dinner and had a variety of dishes (chicken, seafood, beef and pasta) and they were all so-so. The soups were terrible but, the desserts were decent. I've been to one in LA which was better and the chef did know what seasonings and spices are. This location's food is sub-par for the chain.",
"My husband & I love to go to Mimi's on Fridays for lunch because they have the best New England Clam Chowder that day! My husband loves their chicken pot pie and I love their Asian Chopped Salad! They also have great breakfasts and yummy muffins (carrot raisin is my favorite). The waiters & waitresses are super nice, too.",
"I enjoy the Wedge salad with Blue Cheese dressing, crisp lettuce, never any wilted leaves. Also, the soups are very good, Onion and Corn Chowder. This is definitely a comfort food with an upgrade flavor. I really like that they bring the breads and sweet baked breads to the table before the meal with butter. Never have I had room for dessert, especially with one of the huge muffins are served.",
"Mimi's Turkey plate is probably the best dinner on the planet! I am just getting over Thanksgiving, and I could still go and eat Mimi's Turkey plate right now! \n\nThe rest of the food is great also. I love their Quiche, Muffins, Omelets, and just about everything else!\n\n(One Caveat: DO NOT order their Turkey dinner go. It is $25 for basically two $9 Turkey dinners.)",
"I eat her from time to time, and came with my husband Gary today. I enjoyed their turkey dinner for lunch, while he chose a cheeseburger.\n\nI also added on a chicken gumbo, which was outstanding and had more chicken breast pieces in it than I ever expected. I am cautious about ordering restaurant soups because they are either too creamy (fattening) and/or salty. Not this time! That cup of soup could've been my lunch, it was so perfect!\n\nThe turkey was nicely prepared (REAL turkey), with dressing, gravy and I substitued broccoli/carrots for the mashed potatoes. And the veggies were fresh and perfectly prepped (YUM!). They give you delicious fresh sour dough bread and some sweet dessert breads (like banana, zucchini), which really add value to the meal. Gary's burger was perfectly prepared and worth the money.\n\nHappy experience all around, nice ambiance and they have a fun menu with something for everyone!",
"Gotta say, this was not my favorite.\nI had a chicken crepe, my mom a shrimp salad, and my step dad the fish and chips.\n\nPositive: the fish and chips were enough to feed two people, the atmosphere was great\n\nNegative: the salad was expensive and it was like they gave her their house Caesar salad and threw some shrimp on (it was boring and small), the crepes tasted very weird and I couldnt put my finger on why, they waitress was so rude... she made it very obvious that she did not want to wait on us, we ordered a pot pie at first and then they came out with all our food except the pot pie and told us they ran out and that my step dad needed to order something else (which if they were out why didn't they say something before they brought out the other food so that we could all eat together).\n\nOver all not the best place I have eaten EVER, but I gave two stars because the fish and chips were pretty good.",
"I take my sales team here for breakfast meetings from time to time since it is close to work. My people find the food is not very consistent. Sometimes they love it or other times they ask to go somewhere else next time.\n\nI order the quiche Loraine and it is good every time. Their home fries come out a little under cooked for me. I just ask for them well done and they are perfect. I have never had another meal other than breakfast. I will update when I get here for lunch or dinner."
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"Great place to eat and be completely stuffed. Excellent service. Don't forget to call ahead for a seat or your wait will be very long.",
"Ribs were the bomb - I love how the meat was falling off the bone! The food comes out fast. And their bread is good with the honey butter. Good portions and great service, they also have good choices for the sides. And cheap margaritas - $2.49 for a 10 oz glass!!!",
"Lunch with the boy :) My first time here.\n\nI wasn't expecting to be blown away, despite the staff rattling off the list of things they are 'famous' for, and I was not. That being said, the food is good, service was really good. Our server was attentive and our food was brought out in stages like it should be... appetizer, salad, then entree. Portions are reasonable size.\n\nIs this place special? Not that I saw... its just another Applebee's/Chili's type chain that happens to have ribs and steaks. The whole reason we went was because I wanted a steak. It was cooked properly and had a good flavor. I think that their ribs are supposed to be their big thing but I'm not a rib eater.\n\nI would definitely eat here again.\n\nTry the fried pickles!!",
"Food is always good...Jamacian Cowboys are awesome! Bread is yummy! The place is loud and fun...and yes you can thrown peanut shells on the floor! The Hubby likes that part!",
"Great food, great service. We just ate there an hour ago. The placed was packed, yet we still were seated in a timely manner. The server we had (christa) was awesome. She worked very hard and was taking care of several tables.\n\nThe food again, was just great. The steak and chicken are to die for. It was hard for me to believe I was eating at a chain. My only negative was the A/C was working all that great. But heck it is 100 degrees outside.",
"Another great TX Roadhouse. Great food, never a bad meal for a chain. They are better than Lone Star, Long Horn, Apple Beas and the rest. Go diner before 4 and get great price on good meal.",
"Used to love it but the quality has gone down since it opened a few years ago. The steaks used to be excellent. We have been 3 times in the past 4 months and each time the meat was so salty I couldn't really taste any \"meat\". It makes me think they are injecting something into the meat because it wasn't on top or bottom like it was over salted, it was IN meat. Peanuts used to be fresh and really good, those too have noticeably declined in quality. Its pretty loud in there also but the service is pretty good. Call ahead for best seating.",
"Their steak and ribs were yummy. Loved the peanuts they have on the tables. This will be our * go to * steak house!!!",
"Food is typical of all other Texas Roadhouses. Service was great! My glass never went empty which I enjoy. However, this place is always super crowded, so you have to keep your eyes out for an opening or you will be waiting a while to eat.",
"THE ROLLS!!!!!! I'm a big fan of Texas Roadhouse primarily for their AMAZING rolls and cinnamon butter. My boyfriend and I stopped into this particular TR just to have a beer and some rolls, but decided to stay and eat as well because the staff was just so friendly and inviting. Malorie and Becki were our bartenders and were super friendly and fun! The manager even stopped over and offered us a free appetizer card taking us for coming in.\n\nOur Filet was cooked PERFECTLY. A lot of mid-range steakhouses like these (longhorn, lone star etc.) typically serve flat steaks and over cook them. But as a frequent guest at some of the top steak houses in the county (ruths' chris, morons etc.) this one was almost right up there. It was a perfect Medium temperature and was as thick and juicy as a Choice steak can get! \n\nIt was defiantly the most welcoming, and probably best TR experience we've had at any location!"
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"This is just an awesome little neighborhood place. The inside is very well done and squeaky clean. The food is good and the menu includes some healthy options (which I discovered after I ordered a shredded steak hoagie covered and cheese and other yummy bad for you goodness). The place isn't huge but there are lots of TV's around and a pool table. It looks like they get live music in from time to time and have some awesome looking daily specials. I can't think of anything they could do better do yeah . . . 5 stars. And I'm about to become a regular.",
"ok I've eaten here a few times now and . . and oh . . yes. . . The chicken wings are SO good as are the fried portabella mushrooms and the burgers. Lots of events and a very friendly staff.",
"This place blows. The owner is extremely rude. I ordered the wings and they were soggy and and under-cooked. When I told him he said he had cooked them himself and that they were fine. Never coming back here again.",
"1933 Pub and Grill in Clearwater, Florida\n\n I recently went out to see a new place called 1933 Pub and Grill on Nursery Rd in Clearwater. The new owners, Julie and Keith Mundy, have put a lot of effort into making this a really fun place to come to eat and drink and it certainly is that. You can dine inside or on their private outdoor patio.\n\nIt's a friendly, comfortable place that you feel as soon as you walk in. There's always someone on their smiley staff to greet you. It's a very lively spot. There is always something to grab your attention, from the trivia tablets to the wall of photo fun, daily activities and entertainment every weekend. \n\nThe food is all fresh and freshly made. We had New England clam chowder that was excellent. There were large pieces of tasty clams and potatoes in every spoonful. We're told that this recipe has won several national awards.\n\nOne of 1933 Pub's signature dishes is the homemade chili and it was really good. It was filled with chunks of tasty beef and lots of beans with a special sauce on top that was delicious. \n\nThe cheezy steak sub, another signature dish, came with fresh homemade potato chips with parmesean cheese sprinkled on top. It was cheezy and yummy.\n\nThey have a great selection of beer - over 28 from which to choose, a full bar, lots of great appetizers and several great entrees. \n\nIt's a great spot for a quick bite or a fun evening.",
"Really enjoyed out visit there. Went there on a Tuesday and sat on the back patio which was set up nice with lights in the trees and all. It was late so we had it to ourselves. She got the burger with Portobello and fries and I got the wings. It was 50 cent wing night which was a plus. She said it was the best burger and fries she has had in a very long time and I was very happy with the wings which were large and cooked Judy right. Server was cool and attentive. Interesting innovative menu.",
"Went tonite for dinner for the first time and can't wait to go back. Wife got the clam chowder to start and it may be the best I've ever had. Very creamy, chunks of clams and even had a nice bite to it, kind of peppery. We both had burgers, both very good. Fries were excellent and come with a variety of seasonings; we got Old Bay, and sea salt and cracked pepper. A very good experience!",
"Terrific, unique burgers and awesome fries. The clam chowder is exceptional and if you order the chowder/grilled cheese combo the bowl of chowder is bigger than your head! All menu items are great. Wish they had cocktails, but the beer is cold and the wine selection good. You'll love it. Go!",
"I came here for the first time late on a Friday evening. For that reason I didn't get the chance to try out the food menu, so this review is based solely on service, drinks and environment. \n\nFirst of all the ambience here is laid back yet upscale. Has a nice jazzy meets coffee lounge meets wine bar feel. They had a nice and mellow live singer here playing guitar and singing throughout the evening. He did a great job and played a good selection of songs. Brittany was our bartender and she was really friendly and a nice person overall. Great personality. Decent selection of beer and wine for reasonable prices. No liquor here. Really enjoyed the experience here and I will come back again some time\n\nOh! Can't forget the patio out back. So relaxing and chill out there. Perfect for a night when the Florida weather finally cools down",
"This is a great place to come vs some of the chains that are in the area. \n\nThis is a local place run by a nice couple. The night we came, the owner was running the bar and tables. He was very friendly. He took the time to talk with us and tell us about the menu and beers they had on tap. He also helped us out with our order when we couldn't decide.\n\nThe inside of the pub is nice; it looks like it was recently remodeled. It has a nice mix of tables, bar sized tables and a good sized bar. There is an outside area, but we sat inside. \n\nI went with one of their burgers since that's what they're known for. It was cooked nicely. It was a spicy burger but didn't have a ton of heat to it. I would have preferred it to be a bit hotter. The fries were just a touch under cooked. My wife had a salad. The shrimp wasn't exactly to her liking (the way it was cooked and dressed) and they quickly offered her another skewer that was grilled. Drinks were good and they had a nice selection of beers on tap. \n\nAgain, a great neighborhood place. If you want something a little different, jump off 19 and try them out.",
"1933 Pub is a local favorite. While this place doesn't look like much on the outside, it is definitely something special.\n\nThis is much more than \"bar food\" -- the food quality is top notch and the menu has a number of unique offerings. Whether it is salads or sandwiches, or something heavier, I have get to be disappointed. One of my favorites is the \"all in\" chips appetizer, which is homemade potato chips with an amazing potato, cheese, and bacon \"dip.\" \n\nThe dining area is small, so the place can get busy and parking is tight. If the weather is good, you can sit on a back porch. It is best to show up early!"
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"This is a great place when you can eat outside because it doubles the total space! I had the Greek salad and it was very good. My wife had the \"Californian\" which is smoked salmon with tomatoes and cream cheese on toasted bread. She enjoyed it. Prices are reasonable. Staff is friendly. Lots of great wine to choose. Overall a very nice place.",
"This was a great little place. Great variety of wines. The food was really good too! We had the tacos, quesidilla, as chessecake. the food was great, desert - couldve been better. But all in all.... Very good!",
"Love this place!!!! Awesome food & Awesome service!!!!! This restaurant is a must for my family every time we come to Clearwater Beach. It's is a very kid friendly place!!!!!\n Craig O.",
"Great food, great prices, fun environment. Works for family dinner or date night. Was there during their anniversary celebration and they did free drawings and had live entertainment.",
"free music - and good music too. I listened to an excellent guitarist who was playing the next night with his band at Sea World. Wonderful atmosphere out on the sidewalk drinking wine and listening to music.",
"A must for us every time we come to Clearwater Beach, FL!!! Friendly staff, good service, & consistently awesome food!!",
"Great local wine bar, outdoor courtyard with live music, terrific wine selection and they serve craft beers. My favorite place in Clearwater Beach. If you haven't been its a must go.. the people, food and wine are all amazing.. it has the best food on the beach! The shrimp tacos are awesome!\n\nGood place to take a date or enjoy in the company of great friends.. Clearwater Wine Bar and Bistro is a definite must do if you are in the area on vacation!!!",
"Clearwater Wine Bar and Bistro at Clearwater Beach consistently delivers sumptuous meals, terrific craft beers and has an amazing wine list that doesn't break the bank!! The restaurant is cozy and the service is always impeccable. We are locals who are very particular about where we will go out to eat and Clearwater Wine Bar and Bistro never disappoints!",
"Patio music and drinking wine next to the beach is always great.",
"Absolutely awesome! The Salmon Crostini and the Mexican Burrito Bowl were so fresh and tasted amazing. The Burrito Bowl was served on cilantro-infused saffron rice and it tasted just as wonderful as it sounds. My boyfriend had the Margherita Pizza, which was light, fresh and excellent as well. This is an almost hidden gem on the main drag in Clearwater Beach and is a must for anyone looking for a fresh meal with fabulous flavor. The service was by the owners, I believe, and they were friendly and our food was served promptly and beautifully arranged. Tasted even better than it looked! Awesome wine selection, and great beer selection, too. We had a flight of four draft beers for $7, a great deal. Highly recommend this place!"
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"Ok well my fans on Yelp.com I do have a favorite place and this is it.\n\nThe food is great, love the cooking in front of me with some cooks they have personalities and make you laugh, prepared to spend a few dollars average cost for two with a few extras is about 120.00 with tip. \n\nThey have changed the entire place around, still have a great Japanese look, sushi bar, a fun place for everyone.\n\nNow only complaint I have is they used to have warm towels to clean your hands before you eat, that was a nice feature, and not many Japanese cooks anymore, we to have lots of fun with Paul, but he no longer works there.",
"You want to impress, bring a fine woman and about $200 just to cover all bases. I love how they prepare your food right in front of you and its a nice friendly atmosphere. This isn't for everyone so don't bring everyone to this resturant. She got to be the one !\nNot the most expensive but just enough to make the list",
"I've been to about 5 different hibachi places and this has been the best, food wise. The entertainment wasn't as funny as other places i've been to and it's more expensive than other hibachi restaurants, but the food was damn awesome. Gotta get the fried rice on the side for sure and the light brown sauce they serve was so good i wanted to drink it...",
"I went for lunch on Tuesday with a small group from work... 5 women in total. We had a great time. The food was awesome, and we all love the \"show\" put on by the chef (I was so tickled that he had a holster for his knife, lol)\nI had the Salmon Lunch Boat, which consisted of soup, salad, and then came the \"boat,\" which had California rolls, edamame, two types of sashimi (which the chef obliged and cooked for me, lol), shrimp tempura AND vegetable tempura, as well as a sweet, juicy orange, all for $9. NO LIE.\nAs great as the deal and the food was, though, I have to admit, I was thoroughly jealous watching the chef prepare shrimp fried rice and chicken fried rice for my dining partners, and might just have to try that next time.\nI would give this place 5 stars... or at least 4.5, except that I'm a bathroom freak, and this particular bathroom had a funny smell. Not dirty or your typical bathroom aroma, but just like it needed to be aired out or hosed down. Sort of musty/moldy smelling.",
"Ugh. I was fairly disappointed with my meal.\n\nI came here during the week and it was still fairly busy. Tables were pretty full and we had to wait. The staff from the hostess to the waitresses and the chef were all friendly.\n\nI've been to a decent amount of hibachi restaurants and I was looking forward to Benihana since the menu sports a wide variety of choices. I ordered one of the steaks with fried rice. The steak was cooked well and tasted great. The fried rice, meh, not so much (I could make better fried rice). I was also pretty bummed that with the hibachi entrees, they give you onion soup....not miso soup....why? I was really in the mood for some miso soup too!\n\nThe chef was friendly, but was SUPER boring! I mean, he pulled the beating heart and volcano onion...but nothing else. No spinning knives/flippers...nothing. I've seen all the generic typical things these hibachi chefs do, and this guy did like the bare bare minimum. Hibachi dinners are more than just the food, it's about an experience, the show the chef puts on for you as well as the food.\n\nI'm not being racist, but I was a little shocked to not have an asian chef. Not saying that other people can't learn the skill of being a hibachi chef at all. It's just that when you think hibachi, you think asian/japanese chef putting on a show for you while making your food.\n\nAfter this experience, I probably won't go back. It's fairly pricey and for the experience, you're better off going to the newly opened Kabuki down the street with much more entertaining chefs and better food....though Benihana does have a liquor license!",
"Good food and a lot of fun.\n\nI've been to this restaurant many times and it has always been a good time. The chefs have always been friendly and entertaining with their performance. One time they even let one of my crazy friends try his hand at tossing the salt and pepper shakers behind the grill after everybody was served. Because tables are set up with 10 chairs to one grill, Benihana's is the ideal place to go with a large group. I wouldn't recommend it for a romantic date night (you will be sat at the table for 10 with other small groups). \n\nFood is really good, probably in part because it is loaded with butter. Seafood and meats have always been fresh and tasty. I would recommend getting the chicken fried rice instead of the steamed rice, it is well worth the few extra dollars. The green tea ice-cream also makes a unique and delicious dessert. Full dinners include a small salad, miso soup, shrimp appetizer, steamed rice, vegetables, the main course, and dessert so you get a lot of food. Full dinners are mostly priced around $25, but vary according to what is in the main dish.",
"Always very friendly staff at this location however, It seems that the hibachi tables are used far more than the regular dining tables. I went for lunch on Sunday afternoon and noticed that the tables were dusty.\nThat's the only complaint I have. Idk if I'll be going back. If this could be overlooked in the front I can only imagine what's going on in the kitchen.",
"I ate everything while I was here. I was all about the quick food-steals for some reason.\nI was one of the 2/5th of the table that didn't order a Hibachi meal, so I had to wait around for a while before I got any food. Everyone else started with the soup and salad, which must have been good, because it was torn through pretty quick.\nThe chef came over and starting doing his show. He wasn't the most experienced guy they have over there, but he was funny and a nice guy.\nHe was a couple minutes into his deal when the sushi started showing up.\nFirst thing I ordered, which should be a staple in any Sushi joint, was the Philadelphia roll. Pretty good. Then the Boston roll. Decent. I traded some of them for a couple pieces of a Sumo roll, which was the BEST.\nBy this time I had already helped myself to chicken and steak and shrimp off of some plates. I capped it all off with a couple pieces of Squid Sashimi. As good as could be expected, and presented nicely.\nOnly bummer was that they were out of Green Tea Ice Cream. And on the way out, I stopped over at the Sushi Bar to tip the guys back there, and they were so confused. Nobody else tips the Sushi chefs? I guess everyone else is there for the Hibachi. Whatevs. I had a great time.",
"This place I believe is as good as it gets. I've been here enough times to know that they're more or less very consistent with how their food is served and prepared.\n\nTheir teppanyaki tables are very spacious, and can accommodate to about 10 people. The place itself is very spacious too, but it does get really packed in there as it gets later, so I recommend making reservations.\n\nAll their regular hibachi and combination entrees are all really delicious, I personally recommend getting filet mignon if you're getting any steak. SO tender! All their entrees come with onion/mushroom soup, salad with ginger dressing, hibachi vegetables, and a shrimp appetizer, a choice of chicken fried rice (must try!) for an additional cost, and combinations usually come with a dessert. The show for the cooking is sometimes a little bit out of control, but you honestly always have a good time especially if you're with a group of friends and family. There's always a birthday going on there, so you're going to be hearing a lot of singing and tambourines, and after they sing for you, they take a picture of you and your party and prints it out right away for you. I really think that's a great idea, really good remembrance for your birthday.\n\nDrink recommendations:\nNonalcoholic -- raspberry, passion fruit, strawberry, or mango lemonade. They're all so good!\nAlcoholic -- the exotic mojito (if you like mango), it's heavenly!\n\nSushi recommendations:\nSumo roll, Shrimp lovers' roll, Las Vegas roll, California roll, Alaskan roll, and Dragon roll. But I really personally think they're ALL good!\n\nSign up for the chef's table on their website! You receive a free $30 off coupon for your birthday and is valid all through the month of. Its such a good deal! They also have HAPPY HOUR now! Half off about 8 types of specialty rolls, nigiri sushi, Benihana bites appetizers, and lots of drink specials! $2 sake, $3-4 beers, $5 cocktails, doesn't get any better than this, I'm telling you!\n\nThe staff is extremely friendly and always pretty attentive. Most of them speak english with a very strong accent so it's sometimes hard to understand or to hear (because it's somewhat loud in there), but it's definitely tolerable, and able to be looked past because the food there is sensational. It's a great experience and I strongly recommend everyone to try this place!",
"Yuck. The food choices for a vegan are terrible. The steamed tofu stuff was disgusting."
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"Iron Hill just open a new place in Chestnut Hill and this review may reflect opening problems since I like most of their other location. Went to the new location with a group of 6 people. None of them were thrilled. The entre (Seafood Pie) was ordered by 3 of us and it was okay but nothing stellar. For an appetizer I had the French Onion Soup which again was just okay. The service at our table was good as our waitress was experienced, but the table right next to us waited for 30 minutes to order. When the appetizers came, only half of the table got theirs and at least one order was wrong. They waited another 30 minutes to get their entres, and again part of the order was missing. Fortunately the people at that table had more patience than I have, because they stayed. Again this could be just opening jitters. Hope so!!!",
"I too have been to a couple of the Iron Hill Breweries (Media, Phoenixville). I understand that a new location may have some kinks to work out in the service area, but it turns out that this location did pretty well. What lacked was the food. We ordered the calamari appetizer which was really puny for $9.95, and bland. The remoulade sauce barely saved it. The value for money, however, just wasn't there. My wife ordered a Caesar salad with shrimp and said that it was flavorless. I tasted it and wholly agree. There was too much cheese sprinkled on, and the dressing was otherwise bland. I've had better out of a bottle. Again, not a good value for the money at $14.95. I had the turkey burger. The portion of fries was small, and they were indistinct - they didn't hold a candle to the twice-fried awesomeness of The Wine Thief, just down Germantown Avenue. The burger itself was bland and without flavor. \n\nI'm not sure exactly what misfired here, but 0/2 for entrees surprised me. My daughter's grilled cheese was good, but c'mon, it's grilled cheese.\n\nI hope that they take a more critical look at their food. They're definitely doing well for service - it was a little slow, but they were packed at 2pm on a Saturday, so all in all I thought the staff was great. But the food ... just not there.",
"The beer was delicious, the menu had great variety but wasn't overwhelming. Just enough unique dishes to make us want to come back and try something new, and a good amount of standard selections. Sweet potato fries and dipping sauces were out of this world, definitely coming back for them. Burgers were good. It is possible to make a bad burger, just head across the street to Campbell's Place for an example of how NOT to make a burger. So thank god Iron Hill can do a burger right. Not mind-blowing, but it is exactly what I want out of a burger. Didn't try it, but their take out special of two flat breads and a growler for $25 sounded awesome.",
"Had dinner there Friday night. We ate at the bar and really enjoyed it. We had the parma pizza (which was delicious), the calamari (which was crispy and tender), and my wife had a salad (which she said was quite good). It's a really big space and is great for families or larger groups. A really nice additon to the hill!",
"Let's be fair here, it has only been open for a week. I have been to all the IHB's in Pa and was pleasantly surprised at how efficient the one in Chestnut Hill was running for being so new. I visited them opening night and again Friday night. On opening night we came in with a party of 8 without reservations. It was very busy but we found two high tops that the hostess was more than happy to pull together for us. We all sat and put in our drink orders. The drinks took a little longer than \"normal\" to come out but no one cared because it was OPENING NIGHT! We ordered a few appetizers for the table which all came out quickly and were delicious. FYI try the sweet potato fries with the dipping sauces and the buffalo chicken egg rolls. We all had a chance to meet and chat with the head brewer and the owner who were both very pleasant. Despite ordering only a few apps we were able to sit and enjoy our drinks for a couple hours without our server expressing any sense of urgency to turn her table over for a party actually ordering entrees. Great first experience!\n\n2nd Trip\nHoly sh-t, Friday around 7, this place was packed to the gills. We strolled up to the hostess who informed us the wait for a party of two would be close to two hours. As with other Iron Hills the bar area is seat yourself. So we decided to post up and scout out a table. We stood for about 15 minutes before a table opened up. We quickly grabbed it while elbowing a few old ladies out of our way(we had to make it to Plymouth meeting by 9:30 for a movie) and were promptly greeted by our exuberant, pixie of a waitress. We put in our drink and appetizer orders. Buffalo chicken egg rolls and sweet potato fries, yah they're that good. There was a bit of confusion about the drinks as I had just become a mug club member and was brought a normal pint. No sweat, got a free beer out of it. Our waitress was running all over the place taking orders bringing out food and doing other waitress stuff. We did end up waiting what some may call \"awhile\" before ordering our main courses but again...THEY JUST OPENED! To wrap it all up, food came out quickly, I got the scallops ( amazing) she got the chicken salad sandwich. Devoured the food, got the check, bing, bang, boom we made it to the theater with 20 minutes to spare.\n\nEven if you have the formula down to a science, (which Iron Hill does) it is not going to guarantee a flawless opening. But I think they did a hell of a job getting the place together in such a short time frame And an even better job having it run so smoothly after only a couple days. So give it some time if you had a unsatisfactory experience. If it's still not up to your standards after that....go somewhere else.",
"I guess I have to preface legitimize my review (as others have), by stating that I've been to the Media location. I was at the Media location on a big game night (the place was packed and took forever to find an open table), and I was at the Chestnut Hill location on a Friday at lunch time- getting seated was easy peasy.\n\nNot wanting anything too major, I decided on an appetizer (Beer Braised Brisket + Frites) and sampled the Vienna Red Lager and the Raspberry Wheat (free samples!) Check the photos for pics of both of these.\n\nOverall, I thought the food was good, service was pretty good (considering how new they were). Our server was polite, helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable, but the service itself was borderline slow sometimes. This wasn't a big deal, but I think made the difference between my lunch with coworkers from being a normal hour to being 1.5 hrs long.\n\nMy food was good. Portion (appetizer-size) was huge. I would definitely go back. There are so many more things on the menu to try out.",
"This is the second Iron Hill I have been to, the other in W. Chester. I believe the original. My boyfriend, son and I went on a random Tuesday night, we got a table right away at round 530, but by the time we left, around 730, I believe there was a wait. ANYWAY, we didn't wait long for a delightful server to greet us. She was knowledgeable about the beers, from which we started with the sampler (a stupid thing to order because any sample is free and you can taste all of them!) The beers are good. We then just ordered a couple aps. VERY VERY fair. The hummus plate was beyond boring. Do not advertise that the hummus plate comes with cucumber, when they are diced and clearly preped for salads. SLICED cucumbers for dipping is what hummus calls for. The kids menu is great. There is a ton to choose from, and keeping food coming for little ones is a must! \n\nLike I said, by the end of our meal, it was getting tight. The dining area (not bar area) has maybe two to many tables (the free standing ones) in it. A lot of me moving my chair in and out to allow for rushed servers to squeeze by. Also, like I said, our server was great, however, a couple tables away I noticed a different server a bit too casual. He was leaning on and all around his table. I believe at one point he had his foot up on a empty chair. Patrons come to a restaurant to be served. Most of us are normal, hard working ppl and for maybe two hours are able to sneak out to a nice dinner maybe once or twice a month. We are spending our hard earned money to pay for food, drinks, service and tip, PLEASE treat us accordingly. It's a treat to go out, please serve me, and of course be casual, but ultimately our job IS to serve outstandingly, not flop all over my table, come on. \nAll in all tho, the restaurant had charm, it just wasn't over-whelming like I maybe expected a new restaurant to have. It seems good to go with a couple buddies and have some beers, I'd go back.",
"Went on an extremely crowded Saturday night. The filets with corn and crab was one of the best meals I have had in a LONG time and the filets better than any I have had at any higher-priced steak places EVER. The one negative is the large self-seating area around the bar. With a wait of over an hour, the self seating area became filled with hungry patrons leering at the diners and eyeing up tables getting ready to open. There has to be a better way ...",
"The sweet potato fries are amazing. Make sure to ask for double bourbon cream sauce. The beer is tasty. You can't go wrong with a sampler",
"Eating here wasn't my first experience with Iron Hill; I've been to the one in West Chester and the one in Media. I'm gluten free and really appreciate their gluten free menu. My friend and I both had the scallops from that menu, plus a salad. The scallops were perfectly cooked--not too well done. Although the salad was a little overdressed, the dressing itself was delicious. \n\nWe were seated quickly (but, in fairness, it was mid-afternoon), and our server was attentive and pretty knowledgeable about the food. The prices seem in line wtih everything else in the area. \n\nSure, I'd go back. Definitely."
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"Yum. Beautiful place - large bar, live entertainment, even on a Wednesday night. The food was great, scallops, steak, even Elk - (Hello, ELK?) a large selection of wines, you name it. Top notch service too. I enjoyed it. If you're in the part of the world, check it out.",
"Stumbled onto this place while partying in the casinos when dinner time approached. My friends and I decided to go for seafood but did not want to eat in the \"packaged\" selections offered by the casinos. Did a quick search on my phone, which gave me a list of local seafood houses and decided to check this one out which was about 2-3 miles outside the downtown area. A pleasant surprise. A little hard to find though, it's in a darker, almost industrial part of town, but some of the more worthwhile places usually are. Upon enterring you forget about the dark neighborhood we were just in. It was warm, lots of wood and a classic seafood house feel. The signage stated \"since 1977\" so i assumed it was a local hangout upon which the locals supported (i'm all for that). \n\nStarted with the oysters on the half shell and was given 2 types, blue pts. and fanny bays. Both fresh and plump. It came with what appeared to be a side of ketchup and a side of horseradish (maybe to mix your own cocktail sauce) which I thought was a good idea, but I just do the squirt of lemon and tabasco deed. \n\nThe menu consisted of standard seafood fare but in one area where they list their fish, you can create your own dish, which is actually quite fun. First you pick the fish, ie salmon, seabass etc. then you pick how its going to be cooked, ie grilled, breaded and sauted, steamed etc. and then you pick a house sauce, ie picata, provencal, mango salsa. They also offer their house suggestions for the particular fishes which all sounded good also. I just enjoyed the interactive nature of the menu. I ended up getting wild salmon steak, grilled over fire with the mango salsa. The kitchen definitely delivers for all our fishes were cooked appropriately and skillfully.\n\nGood wine list a bit on the pricey side. Full bar is a plus.\n\nThe dining area was a bit cramped though. I don't know if they were trying to maximize the seating to the space they had, but I felt like I was dining in a boxcar of a train. Maybe it was deliberate on their part. The bar area seemed like it had more room so I will probably dine there next time, and yes there will be a next time.",
"So this is what happen , I was staying at the Peppermill , and we got in a taxi to go downtown Reno for a long night of drinking, and we asked out taxi driver if he knew of a really good steak house in Reno, and he said Rapscallions. Next day , too hung over to go down to the casino and get something to eat we ordered room service. When the room service waiter dropped off the food, again we asked him if he knew of a steak house, and again Rapscallions was brought up. Since our time in Reno was almost up we decided to go to this place on our trip up here.\nThis place reminds me of a smokers lounge, wood paneling galore! The ambience is very relaxed and nicely dimmed for your dinning pleasure. The booths are very private and I recommend you wait for one of them if you get the chance. My dining experience included the escargot, French onion soup, fried calamari, and for the main course I had the rib eye with wasabi mash potatoes\nThe escargot were incredible, they had this smokey garlic butter sauce. They were plump, soft and not chewy at all! The onion soup was a bit salty for my own taste, but it had globs of melted cheese! The calamari were fried just right , so they weren't soggy or chewy. The main course was excellent , especially the steak, it was cooked to order and so full of flavor. I think that I would have skipped the wasabi mash potatoes and gone for the garlic potatoes, since the wasabi over powered the potatoes.\nIn all, I think I would return back here to try the other items in the menu, perhaps one of their fresh catch of the day . The service was top notch and very friendly.",
"The best red snapper i've had. I ordered the \"plain and simple\". The steamed veggies were perfect. Normally they are either cold-or steamed to mush.\n\nThe wine list SUCKS though.",
"The family goes up to Reno every year for the Italian festival, and then celebrates birthdays, anniversaries and the like. We usually have at least 7 people... Dark and full of personality this place was fun for a group! Lots to look at other than those relatives that you're wondering how the genetic pool could produce such a varied lot!\n\nFoodies that we are it was rather nice to 1. find a place that didn't groan at the sight of a group..2. were quick on those additional drink orders, and 3.the food was actually good in a surprisingly clean way.\n\nThey treated us very well. I would say and have said to those traveling for business or other with groups this is one to try.",
"Top Reno restaurant for seafood without a doubt. Great menu of many fish, and you get to choose the way you want them prepared from a list of 8 choices. \n\nThere are several Chef's special which were very interesting. We ordered the Chilean Sea Bass and the Halibut. Both cooked to perfection and very tasty with the sauces. Accompaniments included rice and vegetables. Had the steamed clams for the appetizer and they were superbly done. \n\nRapscallion has been around a long time in Reno, and still it THE place for great seafood. No Casino restaurant comes even close to the great food here. \n\nHint: for you romantic buffs, ask for one of their private dining booths. Very nice enclosed space that seats 2 or 4 persons. Nice touch. \n\nHighly recommended.",
"I hate to sound like a vengeful bitch, but I just realized that this restaurant has way more stars than it deserves. This review is based on only one experience with Rapscallion, but that is because I would never, ever go back. This is the one place in my life that I have ever called out the manager and refused to pay for my food. Let me tell you the story of my worst restaurant experience ever.\n\nIt was Valentine's Day, a few years back. Husband and I had reservations for ten o'clock...probably not the best time for great service, so we were willing to be forgiving. We arrived at 9:40 and were asked to wait in the bar. The people who arrived before and after us had no reservations, and were also asked to wait at the bar. They were both seated before us, and in better tables. The table that our reservation got us shouldn't even have existed, it was so bad--a tiny two-seater directly next to the kitchen. Our romantic evening was ruined by the constant crowd of waiters and busboys squeezing past us to get to the hot line. Every waiter, that is, except ours, who took our order, brought us our drinks and appetizer, and promptly disappeared.\n\nDue to our vantage point, I was able to see our plates come up under the heat lamps and sit there for the next 20 minutes. (We timed it.) I was about to get up myself and grab them when Husband flagged down a busboy to bring us our order. Of course, the dinners were, by that point, inedible, and that is when I went to find the manager.\n\nNormally in a situation like this, the manager is apologetic and ready to do whatever it takes to make things right. Not here, though. The manager was rude and treated me as though I make a habit out of trying to get free meals, despite the fact that neither myself or Husband had touched our food. He grudgingly comped our bill and sent us on our way without so much as an apology.\n\nI know a lot of people really like this restaurant, but I am unwilling to gamble my time and money on a place that was willing to treat even one customer so incredibly poorly.",
"My parents had been to this restaurant several times and had talked about how great it was so I was really looking forward to it when we went a couple months ago as the first meal on our vacation. We had to wait about 20 minutes past our reservation time, but that was no big deal as we were able to find a table at the bar and just sit, relax and catch-up. When we sat down and we took a look at the menu, there were so many things that looked good that we didn't know what to choose. The pasta my brother ordered, the sand dab my dad ordered and the potatoes served with my mom's fish were delicious. My salmon was overcooked despite requesting it to be cooked medium rare (which was just cooked by our servers definition) and just was not good. Fortunately, I could eat off the plates of the rest of my family so I didn't starve, but I was disappointed. I'm always disappointed when I have a less than great meal. The bread pudding that we ordered was awesome. We were all stuffed, but it was delicious. Overall, it was a good experience and I'd go there again, but don't be lured by the pancetta and mushroom salmon!",
"What people need to do is take a restaurant for what it is and what it's supposed to be. I see reviews all over the place here. What is clear is that people that listened to their parents or older folks that loved it were expecting something more...well, let's say contemporary. They complain about the darkness or the simpleness of the dishes. They are missing something. The experience is for a style of dining that may not necessarily be in vogue right now, but was considered very posh at one time. \n\nGoing into Rapscallion after a short flight on a private jet ride from the Bay Area, I was just happy to have the opportunity to do something like this. My cousin is a pilot and he invited me and some others on a last minute ride up to Reno for dinner, then right back on the plane.\n\nI saw the place and knew a bit about what I should expect. And I wasn't disappointed. The fish was very good and something that was expected. No surprises. Yes, I like to be excited about my dining experience as much as the next guy, but frankly, I was there for a quiet environment with friends, family and god food. I enjoyed the mahi mahi (fresh and flavorful) and the martini was very nice too.\n\nA very good experience....which is what I expected from Rapscallion. No surprises, which doesn't bother me when they are not expected. The waiter was good too.",
"The appetizers and mud pie at Rapscallion are wonderful - the fish dinner - not quite so tasty. I ordered a sea bass which was flavorless - completely bland. For a place that is supposed to be a seafood house, I was expecting more. \n\nI should have ordered dessert first, because the mud pie was to die for!"
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"This newcomer brings Central American street food: pupusas, tacquitos, tostadas, and churros, to Rittenhouse.\n\nWe stopped by for a late afternoon meal on the opening day- Saturday, May 5. The inside is casual and spacious, with painted graffiti-esque decorations and bright yellow and blue accents. We were greeted by friendly employees who patiently and knowledgeably guided us through the options. We placed our order at the self-service screens at the counter: a pupusa tacquito combo (1 each + 2 sides, $10) and an order of tostadas (2, each with up to 4 different toppings, for $5.56). \n\nWe eagerly awaited our food, though it didn't take long- maybe 5 minutes before our food was brought to the table. They were served in brown boxes with wooden utensils, true to El Merkury's image as a street food vendor. The tostadas are taco-size corn tortillas deep-fried in their flat form, then piled with toppings. You can choose up to four toppings per tostada. We got one \"enchilada style,\" which means layers of pickled beets and beans, raisins, olives, a mix of beef and pork, and a sprinkling of cotija cheese. I enjoyed the variety of salty, savory, and sweet flavors and the contrast of crunch from the fried tortilla and beets with the soft meat. The second tostada was pork mechada with refried beans, guac, and salsa. The flavors were more bold but less unique on this tostada. Overall, the tostadas were delicious, but we would have enjoyed them even more if they had been a little warmer and the tortilla a little more crunchy. Still, we expect that might have been because it was only their first day serving food at this location!\n\nThe pupusa was a little smaller than the tostada, but hefty: a substantial stuffed white corn pancake. You choose your filling: we got carnitas chicharron (pork). The carnitas had a nice fine texture to it. I thought the pupusa was a tad soggy and a little dull in flavor, but my partner assures me that's just how pupusas are- they're designed for dipping in sauce! \n\nThe tacquito (we got chorizo panela) was piping hot, crispy and richly flavorful, with a substantial spicy kick. The pupusa and tacquito combo came with two sides: we chose plantain chips and elote loco (grilled corn with cotija cheese, chili flakes, and a green sauce). Both of the sides ($2 each on their own, but included in price of the combo) were gustatorial adventures :) We loved the char on the elote and the complex mix of flavors. The plantain chips are fried to slightly sweet, crispy, salty perfection. \n\nWe would come back to El Merkury in a heartbeat: for their excellent service; and for great value; and most of all, for their unique, well-crafted, and delicious food!",
"Amazing. I had a carnitas pupusa, chorizo taquito, a tostada with pork/chicken/cheese/guac and more, and a churro. Everything was perfect, and it came out fast. Bonus points for the churro and the taquito. Dayum. Stop what you're doing and go here now.",
"Excellent food good service , price affordable!\nWell located !\nA must try !!\nCentral American Food , taquitos ( from Guatemala) Pupusas ( from El Salvador ) Guac ( from everywhere ) gluten free , and vegetarian sides also",
"Order is taking forever and someone just complained about no guacamole when they paid $2.80 for it. They don't appear committed to operating a retail restaurant. And you can't order all menu items on the kiosks, what's the point of that?",
"There are no pictures of the food, because I devoured it before I could think to snap a photo. It was absolutely delicious, and the staff was as friendly as can be. The decor was adorable. \n\nI found the place via a Philly.com article, and couldn't believe that it wasn't packed after I took my first bite. I'm not frequent Yelper, but this place inspired me to share my love to the world.",
"I'll be back.\nThis place was great. \nI will definitely return here again and again to try everything on the menu.\nOnce I figured out the ordering system (there's a slight learning curve) I took a window seat and waited until my name was called. I got the spiced roasted squash queso fresco taquitos. The shell was toasty crisp and the squash perfectly roasted. It even had some pickled red onions on top which I loved. I also ordered a side of cheese baked rice with jalapenos and corn. I had no idea this was a thing. It was amazing, pure comfort and I will get this every time I go here. I may need to replicate this at home too if I can, it was that fantastic.\nFinally I got an original churro. I love churros. To have a place that makes them near where I work is going to be dangerous. There is a whole churro menu of various types. I need to go back and try one of each. \nA new staple in my center city lunch rotation.",
"Cute. I always think it's effective when you can go in somewhere and pay on your own, so it was nice to use an iPad to put in my order. It was hard to decide what I wanted, but I landed on the tostadas. It would be nice if the menu descriptions were in the iPad too, so I wouldn't have to look up at the written descriptions on the chalkboard while ordering, but it was OK. \n\nThe food took kind of long to be prepared, but I figured they made it fresh. Overall, I got my chicken and pork tostadas with corn and rice in a semi-reasonable amount of time. It was cool to be texted when my order was ready and then sent my receipt by phone. The downside was, though the receipt was itemized, it didn't have a description of each of the tostadas. I admit, I didn't remember what kind of tostadas I ordered at first, and had no way of knowing because it only said '2 tostadas' (it doesn't refer to the toppings you ordered either. This is a small thing though, since the tostadas were good.\n\nThey also could maybe use some complimentary water off to the side. The food is spicy (as one would expect), and a dispenser of filtered water would be nice. I am not grossed out by tap water so I didn't mind the cashier going over to the sink and giving me some, but I know some folks don't prefer that.\n\nOther than those things, I would go back. I overheard they were out of churros, but I'd love to give those a try as well.",
"There are a few things you should know about this place:\n\n1. It's brand new... it's only been open a week - so stop by and welcome them to the neighborhood.\n\n2. The food is made to order, and it tastes clean and fresh. You may have to wait a bit, but it will be worth it. I promise.\n\n3. Once you arrive, you have to order via kiosk. I am not sure if they accept cash. Which is way more convenient than the places that accept only cash.\n\n4. I would suggest ordering a combo so that you can try a sampler of dishes.\n\n5. They make the BEST CHURROS on this side of the Mississippi. Seriously. They are amazing! And they come with complimentary vanilla ice cream! \n\nI would highly recommend this restaurant!!!",
"Wow. Just.... Wow.\n\nI have never seen a more hectic, less well-run restaurant in my life. Today was my second trip in. They forgot part of my order, forgot to tell the kitchen they forgot part of my order (I reminded them after 5 minutes of standing there), and then when I got back to the office to eat my order I discovered they gave me the wrong thing (and the worst thing is, it was pork which i don't eat)\n\nUnfortunately, the food is pretty damn good, so I'm conflicted.\n\nBut seriously, they are SEVERELY understaffed. That is definitely the biggest issue. I'd say number two is how unpleasant the kitchen looks. It is one of the most open-concept food prep areas I've ever seen, and it is a total mess. Food, seasonings, containers and utensils strewn all over the place, old, falling apart low-boy fridges (even though it just opened...?) and just a general air of chaos. I saw corn on the cob sit out in a to-go container with no lid for 10 minutes. Where was this corn going? Did it ever get there? Sadly I'll never know.\n\nIn the 15-20 minutes it took me to get my food, I saw multiple people complaining about even longer waits. What makes this especially frustrating is that the portions are pretty tiny. The portions are not unfair, per se, for center city and the price, but i don't want to wait 15 minutes to get food that will take me 5 minutes to eat.\n\nI really really hope this place gets their act together and succeeds because the food is good, but I have rarely if ever seen a restaurant run in a more haphazard manner. Odds of survival are not good.",
"This is an amazing addition to the lunch options on this side of Rittenhouse. The food tastes amazing - I got 2 beef tostadas and 2 pork pulposas and they didn't not disappoint. My only complaints are that I had to wait 30 minutes for my small order and I was also really looking forward to the horchata but they were already sold out at noon. They didn't tell me until 25 minutes after I had ordered."
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"Soggy carrots, mushy green beans, lumpy mashed potatoes, deep fried chicken fried steak... EVERYTHING tastes better with gravy.\r\n\r\nAnd dear waitress, how DID you know that we were not from around there? We could've very well worked at the nail salon or the chair massage kiosk at the mall and just been on our lunch break.\r\n\r\nI did like the general store attached to the restaurant where I loaded up on $0.10 candy sticks and a Boyds Bear dressed up as a pear.",
"When I first moved to Nashville my first task at hand was to find a cracker barrel and take in the experience. I know that this place is near and dear to Southerners hearts and though I love the down home country feel the food is just not very good. My favorite part about Cracker Barrel aside from their fabulous signature rocking chairs are their servers that without skipping a beat accustom me to be being called honey and darling. However aside from their flavorsome roast their southern charm does not make up for not so tasty food.",
"Damn you people who have Cracker Barrels close by! Went here for my last hurrah breakfast before leaving the music city and it absolutely hit the spot. Eggs, turkey sausage, grits, biscuits/gravy, and hashbrown casserole... I could feel myself slowly expanding in my jeans. Everything was tasty and CHEAP! $14 for two huge plates of food! \n\nThe store connected to it is fun. Was able to pick up an Elvis Christmas ornament for my mom, and some candy for myself. I can't help but love a store that smells like cinnamon.\n\nBut the best part was when we were getting seated for breakfast. Noticed the hostess was Filipina, and when she showed us to our table, I guess she couldn't help but say something, \"Are you from an Asian country?\" Yay! Asians unite!",
"OMG! i could gain 50 pounds in a week if i lived in TN. The food here is so comforting and good and sooooo bad for you. \nthe service is wonderful too!!\n\njust try not to go on a sunday, the after church crowd could make a wait for longer than half an hour. which if your starving sounds like an eternity.",
"We ate breakfast at the Cracker Barrel twice since we've been here, and probably will again.\n\nThe bacon is probably some of the best bacon I have eaten.\n\nThe wait staff is very friendly and engaging. The meat and eggs breakfast is really good and the biscuits are fantastic. \n\nI would have given a 5th star if they were more able to manage order changes. I was hoping to get the special eggs/potato and veggie bowl with 2x veggies and no potatoes, but the waitress said it's just made that way. Maybe a different waitress might have had a different answer, I don't know.\n\nPrices were reasonable, and breakfast was good.",
"Never been here before so I want to check it out for myself. \n\nTried the CB sampler with meat loaf, ham & chicken dumplings. Too little to late.\n\nMy friends say this place is good for breakfast. Maybe I will give them another chance in my next life.\n\nWill never come back here for lunch, it's not worth it. \n\nE i E i O!!!!!!!!!",
"Enjoyed the atmosphere here! There aren't many vegetarian options at all, and even the ones that look vegetarian are often cooked in a chicken broth. I was concerned, though, with the healthiness of the meal--I don't know if my heart and arteries will forgive me for eating there...\n\nOverall it was a good place to eat and I enjoyed my time. Good prices, too.",
"Best chain for southern cooking. I have never been disappointed with my breakfast here and this location was no different.",
"Never been to any of the numerous Cracker Barrel's before, this one did not disappoint. The menu was expansive, the food was fresh and the price was right. Not bad at all.",
"Great service. Seated immediately. Healthy breakfast selection with big portions. I didn't finish my plate. Would come back to this one if back in Nashville, near Opryland Hotel."
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"Tokyo Japanese Steak House is mostly traditional hibachi grills. You sit around the grill and watch your chef perform his meat or fish magic. Around $20 for most dinners and $30 for lobster, scallop & shrimp combination. There is also a small sushi bar in the back.",
"The fish seemed fresh but wasn't that tasty - bland. The sushi bar is too high - i.e., when you are sat at the sushi bar you cannot actually see what the sushi chefs are doing. Sushi is also a little pricey à la carte but seemed reasonable if you chose from the \"set-menu\" selections. Service was terrible and the check was wrong.",
"I would go for sushi on the patio anytime, but the hibachi is not very good and they have yet to figure out the service and the bar scene.",
"Stopped in for Teppanyaki at Dinner time with my girlfriend.\n\nFood was quite good and there was no wait for a table. Staff and Chef were friendly. \n\nPrices seemed pretty good. Under 40 dollars for two people.\n\nIf you are in Green Hills looking for Japanese Hibachi, you won't be disappointed.",
"Tokyo is your typical Hibachi experience, however I didn't feel that the chef we had was much into the art of entertaining and involving the patrons. He was incredibly off on the portion sizes among the people I was sitting with. Other than that, I was pleased with my experience. The food had great taste. \n\nBe sure to look for coupons in the mail or around town. Prices are around $20 per person.",
"Safe and tame sushi for the whole fam.\n\nNot a bad place at all - reccomended if a few members of your party are craving sushi, but the rest are terrified of raw fish. They can happily enjoy the hibachi, while you munch on some pretty tasty, albeit basic sushi cuts and rolls. The sushi menu is heavy in the \"fried\" and \"mayo\" options, and not at all uniquie or challenging - a downer for sushi lovers like myself. Lastly, i HAVE to comment on the live music. If you thought for a second you might be in Nashville, their choice in entertainment will reassure you that you are indeed in GREEN HILLS. My fiancee and I actually planned to stay after dinner for a few cocktails, but were smoked out auditorily by the soulless 90's soft rock cover artist playing the room. Overall, a pleasant, very suburban expirence - a sushi place you can stomach, and even Aunt Helga can enjoy. But bring your ipod/ear plugs just in case.",
"Sushi is decent, and there are some creative options on the specialty menu, but the staples are not well done- watery ginger dressing and very meager miso soup, which is always one of my favorites. \n\nThe hibachi chicken plate was also only mediocre. \n\nService was friendly, but not stellar. \n\nwe did not do hibachi, but instead ordered off menu, so I cannot comment on that part of their services.",
"I would summarize this place as being a pretty good place. Although I am a sushi fan, I have never tried japanese hibachi. I was here for lunch on a Saturday and was pleasantly surprised. I had the filet mignon hibachi lunch which I would describe as being pretty good. I was satisfied with my experience and will go back here to try some of the other options again.\n\nThe service was pretty good. I also was impressed with the interior decor of the place. The whole experience was unique.\n\nOverall, I would recommend this place but will be back to try it again myself to make sure it is good.",
"First off, let me say that this is a good restaurant. There is absolutely nothing wrong with it. If you're looking for a good Japanese steakhouse and sushi place, this is one that I would go to again. If I'm in the mood for Japanese, I have no problems going here. It just isn't the kind of restaurant that you would go out of your way to visit.\n\nThis is your standard hibachi Japanese steakhouse. The sushi menu isn't the most diverse, but there are some interesting ones that you may not find at other places. It's a nicely appointed dining room. It all looks very nice, the food is prepared well, the servers, cooks, and hosts are all courteous and helpful, but it there isn't much that distinguishes this particular Japanese restaurant from the myriad other Benihanas and Shoguns of the world that all follow the same formula.\n\nIf you're looking for a safe bet as far as Japanese goes, then this is one of them that you may consider. If you want something to write home about, then you'll want to look elsewhere.",
"Tokyo Japanese Steak House was a definite Groupon win! \n\nThe bf and I visited here for a date night one Saturday and, overall, were pleased with the experience. I was a little confused/uncomfortable with the gobo-light rave occurring in the entry way and in the piano bar. Things settled down a lot once we were seated. We opted for the non-hibachi experience. There was interesting Japanese-themed decor...from the tables and even onto the ceiling fan details. The menu is pretty extensive, covering all sorts of appetizer, hibachi options (even for those not at the grill), and sushi. I was super happy with the chef's sushi special and also with the sweet potato tempura (come on, anything with sweet potato is a win. especially battered and lightly fried!) Also, our service was very friendly, prompt, and attentive.\n\nSolid Japanese steakhouse, and a possible contender for my favorite in Nashville."
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"I went here for lunch with coworkers and the food was delicious! We'd called ahead, but when we arrived the food was still not ready. Since there's no AC, it was an uncomfortably hot wait. However, the manager(?) saw us looking at their slices of cake, and told us to each take a piece on the house to thank us for our patience. The food was worth the wait -- specifically I had the thin ends sandwich with mac'n'cheese.",
"We live down the street from this place, so we finally decided to walk down there and give the place a try.\n\nInside, the place is very hot and stuffy, not to mention small. When we went there were a lot more people than expected waiting to order their food. I would guess that it's a family orientated restaurant, only being two in the 'kitchen' and a teenage boy at the register. I recall waiting in line of two/three people in front of me and the cook kept going in and out of the door and it was kind of regrettably uncomfortable moving around in the already small area, and I was blocking the small (and only, apparently) garbage that was already up to the brim in food. The food took about 10 minutes to make, and I was asked again what I ordered since there's really no process of keeping track of the orders. We ordered chicken and pork, and it wasn't until after we paid that the cook informed us that there was no chicken and we got ribs instead and I ordered green beans on the side but I got mac and cheese (which I'm not usually a fan of, but it was really good with the bbq sauce!). They didn't charge us the price difference, which was nice (not sure if this was intentional.) and the food itself was nice and filled us up. Will go here on the off chance that it IS literally right down the street and the prices are not too bad, but if it were a 10 minute drive and the prices were spiked, we wouldn't be returning.",
"I stumbled upon Konan's today at the Florida State Fair. I wasn't even hungry but the smell of smoky BBQ lured me in. I ordered the pork sandwich with Mac n cheese. The sandwich was good. I just moved here from the Midwest and our BBQ sauce is much different than here in the South. This sauce was light and orange in color. Not bad at all, just different. But let me tell you about the Mac n cheese...it will change your life! So creamy and cheesy and perfect. The best I've ever tasted. I will definitely be visiting the actual restaurant soon to try what else they have.",
"If there ever was a \"hidden gem\", this is it. Not those restaurants on the main drag that so often get the undeserved label from Yelpers who just never noticed, but this. This hole-in-the-wall in a Carver City residential neighborhood, next to a barber shop and a tiny market, with a dirt parking lot. Yeah. So driving up you just know the Q is gonna be good.\n\nOne. Table. Solamente uno. Take-out is your best option. The counter service is friendly and efficient and you're good to go in no time.\n\nI ordered the Taste of Memphis. Chopped pork - as in, chopped to order right on the board - and smoked sausage on a bun with a mustard based sauce. Collards on the side, and a pineapple tea. Amazing. Tender, properly smoked pork. Delicious sausage. Collards that probably started cooking before the sun came up. Maybe even before it set last night. And the bun was just lost in all the meaty goodness. No way you're picking this up to eat it. Use your entrenching tool.\n\nI've had barbeque all over Tampa. If this is not the best, it's damned close, and I'll put their pork up against anyone else's. The ribs will be on my lunch menu next week. Konan should be on your lunch menu right now.",
"I'm very particular on BBQ and I don't just eat it anywhere or from just any place. I was introduced to Konan's by a co-worker who swore to me I wouldn't be disappointed. SHE WAS RIGHT!! Everything on the menu is phenomenal (yes, I've tried it all). I visit this place frequently, at least once a week. \n\nThe facilities itself is a small, whole-in-the-wall place as mentioned from others, but those are the ones that always have the greatest food. They do have a few tables in there but I definitely agree with others who say to just get your food to go. They are super friendly and have your food ready within minutes. Oh, and their pineapple drink is off the chain!!",
"I don't need to explain good barbecue. Come on down, get yourself a grape soda, order some ribs, baked beans and mac-n-cheese and chow. Simple.",
"Stopped in our way through town for a late lunch/early dinner. We were greated with smiles and the smell of smoky bbq. This family and the food coming out of here are destined for greatness! What can I say except mmmm mmmm mmmm? Well...sweet, saucy, smoky, creamy, juicy, tangy, fantastic deliciousness!!!! We will most definitely be back here and we will be looking for expansions. Oh, and according to popular opinion (my family) that Pineapple Tea is the truth! Wow!",
":D - #pleasant_surprise #goodfood #YUM\n #smallbusiness #HiddenGEM\n #polite/friendly_Owner #Gr8BBQ\n #TO_GO #better_than_any_commercial_restaurant\n \n\n:( - #seating_arrangement #not_enuf_space",
"We were on vacation and wanted to try something new. We found this place on Yelp and read the reviews. We took a chance.... and it was GREAT!!!! Must say one of the best BBQ spots I've ever been too!!! Highly recommend! Do not let the outside apperance deter you. Chicken,mac & cheese and green beans were delicious! Dessert was excellent as well. We will return everytime we come back to Tampa! :-)",
"Hidden gem indeed. Very friendly staff and the smell walking in is a 4 star review in itself! I had the taste of Carolina. Great price for good real bbq. Wouldn't have found this place without yelp. Thankful i did."
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"This is such a chick place but I love it. The drinks are all amazing but the food is also amazing and really reasonalby priced. Serivce is good (not great) but the food, drinks, and atmosphere make up for it. \nFondue, ice cream sunday, hot coco, the pomergrante vodka drink all amazing.",
"What happened? The chocolate bar has gone downhill. The fruit is not ripe, the portions are smaller, they altered many menu items for the worse, and their drinks are nowhere near as good. I know they have new owners and am really disappointed with what they have done.",
"This review is for their new location on North Sierra Street. This is one of those places I had been wanting to try for a long time but never had. I was very excited to see that they were opening a new establishment downtown - a few blocks from where we live. My husband and I decided to give it a try this weekend for lunch. We are both glad we did. \n\nWe were greeted most enthusiastically by the friendly staff and given a choice to eat outside on the patio overlooking the sidewalk on Sierra Street or sitting inside. Since it was a beautiful afternoon and the area was cool and shady, we opted to eat outside. \n\nAfter getting our drinks (Pinot Grigio for me and Blue Moon for my husband) We perused the small but varied menu There were many interesting choices from small plates (appetizers) to sandwiches and salads to hamburgers and more substantial fare. I opted for the Pepper Tuna Salad, my husband chose the Buffalo Burger with homemade chips.\n\nThe Buffalo Burger was very generous and served on a substantial bun. The meat was moist if just a tad over done from the medium that he had ordered. The chips were amazing. They were crispy and salty, tasted of real potatoes and not in the least greasy. The salad was presented in a deep bowl with fresh mixed greens in a light vinaigrette dressing topped by the most gorgeous slices of rare tuna lightly coated with cracked pepper and a light citrus dressing. The Tuna was tender with just the right hint of piquant pepper. I asked for a bit more dressing and it was brought right away with a cheery comment - \"anything you want\". The only distractions during the meal were the little happy yummy sounds I kept making. \n\nI had hoped that my being virtuous and eating a salad would allow me to have one of the desserts that all looked delicious. But since I managed to eat every last bite and drank two glasses of wine (the chips don't count when you pick them off your dining companion's plate), I was just too full to eat desert. Well, I could have, but I have decided to come back another time when I can devote my full attention to the chocolate side of the menu. \n\nI hope they will be successful in this location. I can see this being a regular stop for us.",
"When walking into the Chocolate Bar in Downtown Reno I had the pleasure to be seated right away with the girls I was with. The atmosphere was elegant and chic decor that gave a sophisticated feeling to the restaurant. We were seated in an area that was quite and gave us a great place to sit and talk. We ordered drinks and they were served promptly to us. The drinks were delicious. I had the Red Lotus while the others had mojitos. They were all delicious. We also ordered the chocolate fondue for 3 that was served with pound cake, strawberries, bananas, and brownies. The fondue itself had a design on the top with the chocolate bar brand. \n\nAlso the servers were very prompt and always available to us at anytime. It was a great experience and I would recommend going there for a girls night, date night, or even a celebration get together.",
"When we first got married in Reno, we came to Chocolate Bar for dinner afterwards. So when my husband and I were here this weekend for our anniversary, we figured we'd continue the tradition! \n\nOne thing to note -- they are at a new location on N Sierra now. We actually drove out to their old location first and stood around all dumbfounded trying to figure out why they weren't there. Derp!\n\nThe new location has a cool 2-level open floorplan. I do miss the outdoor patio with the fire pits they used to have, but oh well. Decor is eclectic yet classy -- the chandeliers and crystal waterfall wall sconces are really pretty! Both floors have their own bars, which are also well appointed and neatly lit. \n\nThe menu is mostly small plates, fondue, and desserts, although there are some larger entrees available. I ordered two \"small paltes\" thinking that they were going to be actually small, but they would have each been fine as a meal on their own! The scallops with pumpkin risotto are delicious, and the seafood stew is also incredibly tasty. Full of mussels, scallops, and gigantic shrimp in a flavorful tomato broth. \n\nWe brought a special bottle of wine with us that we've been saving for our anniversary dinner, and we asked the hostess and our server if we could drink that with dinner. Neither knew and so they had to get the manager. The manager was awesome however -- not only could we drink our wine, but he cut the corkage fee in half for us. Yay!\n\nService was a little on the slow side, but we were perfectly content anyway. \n\nExtra points for the ambient techno music playing this past Saturday night by the way! Me gusta.",
"We went to Reno last month for my birthday (3 hour drive) and the CBar was where I wanted to eat for my bday dinner (having been to the one at Northstar for dessert and the old location once before). While I was really hoping to get the wonderful short ribs again (they were currently out but said they were working on putting them on the new menu), I was absolutely delighted with my entree-cocoa crusted filet mignon! I was with two friends and we all tried each others apps and entrees and they were all delicious (even my friend who is a chef and usually complains about something had no compaints). All the martinis were delicious and the manager even made a special one when my friend said she wanted a caramel/apple type of martini to go with the stuffed apple pastry dessert we ordered, and he graciously made her one. We were pleasantly stuffed when we left and I look forward to going back on my next trip to Reno (this weekend!!), but my real hope is to have one open up in Mammoth (which I was informed may be a possibility). I was reading some of the negative reviews and did not find any issues with the service (it was busy so I know to expect to wait a bit) or the food or atmosphere (although I did like the old firepit tables on the patio). The prices are great for what you are getting. I would, and do, recommend this place to all my friends when they head up to Reno. PLEASE put one in Mammoth!!",
"We tried the Tiramisu and Cbar cocktails -- I was tempted to try others on the menu but Cbar was to die for (that is, assuming you love chocolate...then again why else would you go to a place called chocolate bar?).\n\nWe also ordered sliders which is listed under small plates. There were two of us and the sliders were very big. If you ordered another one or two small plates you could easily share the four sliders among four people.",
"Love the new location. We stopped by for the Santa Pub Crawl and I was impressed. It seems more fun than the old place. The drinks were good. I would like to come back for dinner.",
"I went to the chocolate bar at its old location years ago, and had an awesome expirence... Fast forward to now. I'm visiting home for christmas break and my best friend and i took the 45 minutes trek to reno for the awesome desserts i remembered.\nI've never felt so awkward walking into a restaurant. The host couldnt wrap his head around the fact that we werent drinking and wanted only dessert. We were obviously freezing, but were stared at uncomfortably by the door for 15 minutes while the jerk thought about where to seat us.. Finally deciding to seat us right next to said freezing door while many other tables were open.\nWe got chocolate fondue. Thankfully that was delicious and well priced - served with bananas, strawberries, fresh pound cake and brownies. Yum! \nIf the food didnt hit the spot, i'd be livid for the crappy treatment and being talked down to. I'm so mixed about this place now.",
"We have been to the chocolate bar a number of times - for lunch and for mega chocolate desert fix. \n\nLunch is wonderful especially when the weather is nice and you can sit out side and watch people go by on Sierra Street. The salads and sandwiches are generous with a nice balance of ingredients. \n\nWhenever I think of the desserts, I tend to make happy little moaning sounds. A little embarrassing to be sure. The chocolate molten lava cake packs in chocolate gooey goodness that truly makes me feel that the world is a good and wonderful place in which to live. The chocolate fondue is also up upon a pinnacle of chocolate greatness. It I were to die after eating one of these deserts, I would go with a feeling of pure satisfaction and happiness.\n\nOh - yes the service! It has been nothing short of excellent and attentive. I acknowledge we do not quite fit the demographic that Chocolate Bar is geared toward. We are of, shall we say, a more advanced life experience than the average patron. The young people who work here have always greeted us warmly and have been attentive to our needs."
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"For a chain restaurant I feel this First Watch has the most welcoming feel to the 4 or 5 that I have tried. I like this one the most for quality of food, atmosphere, and service.\nThe staff is very friendly and at ease. Great smiles!! I find it a very relaxing atmosphere. The food is very good.\nI order my eggs and meal a particular way and the staff never bat an eye while taking my order.\nOne of the waitress's is going to school for art and she draws the specials in nice, inventive drawings on the huge chalk board hanging from the ceiling. \nJust another nice small thing that adds to the overall relaxing and welcoming atmosphere that keeps me coming there at least once a week.",
"My boyfriend & I love to go to First Watch on Sundays. It's delish & provides a great breakfast for about $20. The pancakes are to die! I always get a chocolate chip pancake when I go (as part of the Tri-Fecta). They have many low-fat and alternate options like turkey sausage and egg substitute. They have crepes and unique dishes as well.",
"My dad took us to the First Watch in Kirkwood a few years ago. it was just ok. I was wanting to try something different for breakfast today. so, i remembered there was a First Watch on Telegraph. \n\nFirst, we were seated fairly quickly. the service was ok but could have been a little more attentive. she was friendly, just could have been a bit more attentive. \n\nas far as the food goes it was ok-good. I ordered the gravy train omelet. i really liked the omelet with turkey sausage gravy, and the potatoes. i chose a biscuit instead of muffin or toast. the biscuit was dry rubbery and all over nasty. \n\nI'd go back again, just not order a biscuit.",
"Nice neighborhood restaurant- Usually pretty crowded but wait times don't seem very long though. Have had several different breakfast dishes and wasn't really wowed by any of them. The food is decent, seems like we return out of convenience as opposed to really craving something they serve.",
"Went to this location on Mothers Day 2011. Air conditioning was broken, service was horrible and food was not good. Decided to try same location again not too long ago thinking it couldn't be that bad again. Wrong! Service was HORRIBLE. The waitress could not smile ane the food was bad. The manager had an \"I don't care attitude\". We will never return to this location again. It was a really bad experience.",
"The best place for a healthy breakfast, hands down! Service is usually very good, and the food is always fresh and great tasting.",
"Really great food, lots of interesting options... Great service... A real winner...",
"Best breakfast/brunch in oakville closes at 2:30 pm so don't be late",
"Came here for breakfast before my family went back home and everything was good. The hash brown was a little salty but everything was great.",
"This has become one of my go to places for breakfast. I ask for a cup of ice and make my own iced coffee. The coffee is very good. \n\nMy favorite things to order are the chickachunga. It is a chicken burrito covered in a red sauce. It is really good. I also like the gravy train omlette. I really like their gravy. I still don't like their biscuits. \n\nI try to add mushrooms and avocado to my dishes as much as I can."
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"At Bay Street. A half-hearted attempt at a NYC deli in Florida. Marginal quality everything, Smoked whitefish was dry and not right. I'll give an extra star because it was fine for Tampa.",
"It's hard to find a real egg cream in Tampa, but Toojay's has one. Ditto the black-and-white cookies, the kosher dills, etc.\n\nI'm a fan of the spinach-and-feta omelette, which before 11am is a mere $5.50 (a cheap appetizer at most restaurants!) and served with a mountain of potatoes. I'm not kidding, folks, I've never seen a single potato as large as the pile of new potatoes on the plate, and I've been to some county fairs.",
"I love everything about this place..But it no longer offer anything kosher. They used to have hebrew national franks. I wish they still offered that.\nBut the baked goods are worth the trip. The sandwiches are very full., and never disapoint",
"Toojay's is one of the best places for breakfast. If you're in the mood for something yummy, that doesn't take too long, and won't cost you a whole lot: Toojay's is the place for you.\n\nThere're usually plenty of seats available even during rush hours, it's clean, well lit, and the service is decent. The server we had this past time was friendly enough.\n\nThe menu is chock full of items ranging from salads, sandwiches, omelettes, and more. The only drawback (in my mind, you see) is that they don't serve breakfast past 11 am. ;) For a late sleeper like me, that's a tough call....but I'll live.\n\nSo, overall, good place, clean, nice and attentive staff, and a wide variety of menu items to satisfy even the pickiest of palates. I will say, again in my opinion only, the breakfast is better than the sandwiches. That's NOT to say the sandwiches are unsatisfactory, it's just that the breakfast is darn delicious! :)",
"Came in and craving a good pastrami sandwich and this being a deli I figured it would be a good spot to pick one up. \n\nThe pastrami here was pretty good and a reasonable sized sandwich with some good russian dressing to go along with it. \n\nI liked the cole slaw here too, the service was a bit slow and the waiter didnt seem very interested in waiting on us. \n\nThat being said I would go back for sure and try some other stuff on the menu. The price was right too, some places like to charge alot if they go with the NY deli schtick.",
"Decent NY style deli food, fern bar atmosphere, slow service. In fact, we must have been there at the same time as J.W., because we, too had the impression that we were inconveniencing the waiter.",
"Located at International Plaza between the many wonderful restaurants, one could miss this little deli. Even with it's intimidating neighbors, Toojay is doing just fine!\n\nA friendly atmosphere and great selection of food (to-go or sit-in). Service is good and portions are so big and plentiful (for breakfast at least). Pancakes, toast, eggs, were almost perfect. The price was okay though. If you don't mind the drive, stop at Toojays for breakfast and lunch! Would return again! Mmm",
"I give TooJays 5 stars for two reasons: \n\n1. When I am attending meetings at the Renaissance connected to the International Plaza Mall, I am forced to feed my face with mall/hotel-bred food. Being a veg-head, TooJay's has plenty of food to offer me ((maybe the best selection at IPM, in my opinion)). They've got a full vegetarian menu. \n\nAlthough this place is not fancy ((deli style)), the food is fresh and delicious. I highly recommend the Mediterranean Health Trio - (TooJay's tabouleh is some of the best I've had) and the potato pancakes. \n\n2. Even if the food at TooJay's was not excellent, I would visit again simply due to their amazing customer service. ALL of the employees that I came in contact with went out of their way to say hello, radiating warmth and welcoming",
"Miami spice burger was good, cooked just as requested.",
"Not a whole lot to say about this place. Been many times and it's one of my favorite places to go for a sandwich or deli style food. This particular time I went for lunch by myself and brought along a book for company. The waitress recognized that I just wanted to eat and read and just checked up on me as needed. I really appreciated it since I hate going place and being chatted up just because I'm alone.\n\nThe staff at this location has been friendly every time I've come and I've liked every single thing I've ordered. Even though I try to stick to a more vegetarian diet, their reubens and french dips are meat dishes I tend to crave a lot. All the freshly made pastries make dessert a no brainer as well.\n\nSo if you want a good sandwich or pretty much anything else (seriously, check out their ginormous menu), and you aren't near Dunderbak's, this is the place you should go to.\n\nOh, and they have an awesome breakfast and brunch menu, so check them out in the morning!"
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"Kaptain's place is the best in Isla Vista! I had a veggie burger and fries and my friend had the pulled pork sandwich. The food was great. Everyone at Kaptain's is friendly and happy. I will be a regular for sure!!",
"This place was awesome, a couple days ago I spotted it and could smell the food from outside, decided that I needed to try it and went there today. The Chef, and I'm assuming owner, was super friendly. Honestly said walking out with my to-go order that purely because the customer service was so good I would come back even if the food was just alright. With that being said the food was amazing!! I ordered the sliders and they were out of this world. For me it was also perfect portioned I was full and still had a handful of fries left. Me and my friend had no problem waiting a little longer for our food since we knew it was all being prepared fresh right then and there, this is why I gave the place 4 and not 5 stars, if the food came out just a bit faster it would definitely been a 5 star review. Definitely recommend checking this place out!",
"Great place! I've tried this place a couple of times and they have consistently had good food! One of the times they forgot to send some stuff with my delivery, i called and within 20 minutes the delivery guy was here again, they even got me some money and complementary food. They dude who owns it is also a homie, cool guy! Try it out folks!",
"Santa Barbara needed a real BBQ and THE KAPTAINS BBQ is it .Tasty ribs and fries .easy to find and plenty of parking .good size plates ...ill be back often",
"Oh Kaptain my Kaptain!!!!\n\nHands down the best new restaurant in IV this year or last. \n\nI was a bit nervous about trying this place out at first, from thee outside looking in it wasn't much to draw my attention, but as we've all learned you can't judge a book by its cover. When I tried it I couldn't believe the quality of the food that this little kitchen was putting out. I have been back several times now because it is so amazing. Ribs....mouth watering TriTip... Perfection Portabella Mushroom sandwich... better than mine, vegetarian or meat entrees. I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. Big portion size, reasonable price and everything comes with fries. \n\nFriendly staff and quick service. Oh and here's a tip for all you starving college folk out there: Kaptain's Chili ...... I won't even begin to describe how amazing this is, I hate chili, seriously not a fan, this chili is like none I've ever had before and I can't stop eating it. TRY IT.... Trust me. You have to taste it to believe it.",
"I've made two visits here. My first visit I got the portobello mushroom sandwich. I wasn't a fan. Everyone has loved this place that has been so I decided to give them a second chance. I ordered sliders and they said they ran out... The menu isn't long I don't know how you can manage to run out of one of the most popular items. I ordered the anacapa instead and felt like there was so much horseradish mayo I couldn't even taste anything else. My gf ordered the San Miguel and thought it was okay, wouldn't order it again.",
"Great! Had the Anacapa: BBQ tri-tip with horseradish mayo, pepper jack cheese and caramelized onions. It was delicious and every entree comes with a side of fries, which are great too. The best part is that everything on their menu is less than $10!",
"This is the third or fourth time my boyfriend has ordered from here, and its the last straw.\n\nFries are the consistency of noodles, all the flipping time. They wriggle and glisten and are the soggiest most disgusting attempt to fry a potato ever. My slider this time came out with extremely burnt bacon, it was bitter and black and took me awhile to recognize what it even was. The other sandwich on the other hand had the bottom bun soaked in oil and broke to pieces when i tried to pick it up.\n\nI've lost my appetite and will never return here. When i called to complain the manager he told me not to order out, as if I ever would in the future. So take his advice, eat there if you must but do not pay for this junk to go home with you unless you enjoy oil soaked food.",
"Ate here yesterday. The fries were salty and soggy (not a great combo), and my sandwich (The Anacapa) was extremely horseradish-y and salty, and the meat was tough and flavorless. Overall I felt like I gained 100 pounds after eating one sandwich. Definitely won't be back",
"The santa cruz i think is the best food you can get in Isla Vista. Finally some gormet food for not crazy prices. They could make the fries a tad less greasy. You will not leave this place hungry."
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"Best donuts in Tucson!\nI absolutely love this place. The apple fritters are delicious and some of the best I've ever had. Way better than Dunkin Donuts or other chain restaurants. Also their ham and cheese croissants are great for breakfast. The Cambodian owners know how to cook a mean donut.",
"Only went once for a few donuts but will make this one of my regular spots to get donuts. Love the owners and their sons, very kind and helpful. Tried the apple fritters, which were glorious! they also have some breakfast croissants that looked yum!",
"There is no better in Tucson. Always fresh. Wonderful service. Bacon Maple Bars.",
"Po was one of the friendliest people I've ever met, but more to the point, the doughnuts I purchased for our church choir barbecue were absolutely delicious! They were so fresh and the variety was great. My only (quasi) regret was that they are so good that I ate way too many of them. Also, sadly, I had to leave the rest behind ... as etiquette dictates. I will definitely be back; I just wish I lived closer. My suggestion was that he build a second story so I could move in! Or he could deliver! :)",
"I started jumping around Tucson trying different donut shops (trying to get away from the chain places), and I have to say the donuts here are out of this world. Absolutely phenomenally good. I grabbed a Bacon Maple Bar, and the savory, sweet, airy perfect blend satisfied my tastebuds I was contemplating making another trip for a dozen of those alone. I finished up with a chocolate covered cream filled and this is where the donuts really made me smile. Most chain places will load the cream with sugar and barely put enough in to get a bite of chocolate, pastry and cream. My hat's off to Po, every bite was better than the last and I could've shed a tear when I ate the last bite and was full. \n\nThat's only the beginning. I dropped by after work at 5am to be greeted by awesomely nice people that were happy to strike up conversation and really see eye to eye with their customer. Hands down, no where else will be getting any of my businesses. I can't wait to try the rest of what they have to offer.\nThanks Po, great chatting with you and amazing work!",
"Po was one of the friendliest people I've ever met, but more to the point, the doughnuts I purchased for our church choir barbecue were absolutely delicious! They were so fresh and the variety was great. My only (quasi) regret was that they are so good that I ate way too many of them. Also, sadly, I had to leave the rest behind ... as etiquette dictates. I will definitely be back; I just wish I lived closer. My suggestion was that he build a second story so I could move in! :)",
"friendly and amazing! mmmm Bacon donuts..great folks!\nFamily owned, always eager to please and they take recipe suggestions. It doesn't get any cooler than that. Try the HUUUUUGE bear claws. Actual size bear claws!",
"Admittedly NOT a donut fan, Alvernon Donut Shop has opened my eyes to a whole new glorious world. And there's bacon in it!\n\nWanted to surprise a coworker who was having the week from hell with his favorite treat, a glazed \"old fashioned donut.\" I remembered hearing him complain how the girl at Dunkin' was clueless on what an old fashioned was so I knew I had to find a better place. Got on the phone with my daughter who pointed me in the direction of Alvernon Donut Shop. \n\nUpon entering this fine establishment I knew they'd have exactly what I wanted and it would be just what the doctor ordered for my friend. Love the vibe of this neighborhood joint...the four oldtimers gathered around one of the booths shooting the breeze gave it a bit of the old Floyd's Barber Shop from Mayberry feel if you know what I mean. I was greeted warmly by one of the owners and she helped me pick out a dozen plain & fancy donuts, to include several old fashioneds.\n\nHad to grag a few of the maple bacon bars as well and let me tell you - it's like heaven. Pork and maple heaven. My problem with donuts has always been that I feel a little sick and \"burpy\" after eating them so I stay away. It's now been several hours since devouring that puppy (and a chocolate coconut cake donut) and I feel fine. This place is quality I tell ya.\n\nAlvernon Donut Shop is completey out of my way but I will make the trip any time anyone wants donuts. You should too!",
"I've bought these donuts over a hundred times- not all for me! These guys make a great donut. The quality is consistent and a there's a great variety to choose from. If you want to jump off the deep end and get your sugar high on, this is the food to do it with.",
"Got my boyfriend a box of doughnuts from here on his birthday and he LOVED them. He is a huge doughnut fan and said these were among the best he's ever had."
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"I randomly stopped by Lochel's to satisfy a sweet tooth craving and was unexpectedly surprised by how disappointed I was with my goodies. The bakery wasn't busy at all and the workers seemed to have cared less that we were waiting. Not good.\n\nThe items looked pretty good. They seemed fresh with a very homemade look to them, but looks can be deceiving. We ordered a black and white and a slice of banana cake with cream cheese frosting. The latter was good - the cake was moist and the icing was just right. However, that black and white was absolutely disappointing. The cake was too dry and the icing was too thin. I admit I am completely biased when it comes to these \"cookies.\" If you ever had the most glorious pleasure of tasting a black and white from Cheryl Ann's up in Boston, all others will fail - miserably. \n\nPrices were decent. I doubt I'd come back again. Given the abundant choices of other bakeries in the area, I imagine I can get better tasting goodies with better service.",
"There aren't many neighborhood bakery choices around anymore, so when you find one that's as good as Lochel's, you cherish it. Love their donuts and blueberry scones. They have the best carrot cake and strawberry shortcake around. Love the fact they have extended hours, as I can stop by on my way home from the office and pick up treats for my sweeties if I want to. Lochel's -- don't ever leave me!",
"YIKES dark, dismal a young man wheeled out a mop bucket in the middle of my deciding, how rude. I was sure a rat was going to jump in my hair. V.O.M.I.T",
"My wedding cake came from Lochel's bakery. It had lemon curd in between the layers and butter-cream icing with a basket-weave design. It was simple yet divine. Looking forward to ordering a smaller cake for our first anniversary as the top was too good to freeze for an entire year.",
"This is a tiny old-fashioned bakery that looks at first glance like it cropped up around World War II and hasn't changed all that much since then. However, if you look at the pastries, you'll find a number of not-so-old-fashioned offerings.\n\nOne item here that just blew me away was a small pastry square with layers of pastry dough, filled with a sweet cheese filling and guava paste. Very inexpensive, and absolutely otherworldly! I bought two more right there! The place also sells donuts, cupcakes, and all sorts of cookies.\n\nEverything I've ever tried from here is very high-quality, but the guava cheese pastries are one of the best things I've ever tried anywhere.\n\nI'd recommend checking this place out if you're nearby. It's worlds ahead of any of the mass-produced baked goods you will find at any chain.\n\nMy only complaint is that I wish there were more seating: this is mostly just a storefront, there's a very small table with three seats, and that's it.",
"Our daughter provided our Easter dessert with Lemon Meringue and Apple Crumb pies from Lochel's. They were so delicious. The Lemon Meringue's lemon was so fresh and tasty. The pie's meringue was picture perfect and perfectly sweet. \nThe apple pie was as big a hit also.\nDefinitely the bakery for our family.",
"We walked across the street to follow up our breakfast at Lochel's with dessert from Lochel's. I try and fit as much sugar into my day as possible ... We got some sort of chocolate peanut butter bar. Good. God. The peanut part was really creamy and peanut butter-y. The chocolate frosting was rich and slathered on with a heavy hand. Frosting should always be applied in this manner.\n\nLoved the look of their cupcakes too ... perhaps when I go back to Lochel's to try the grilled cheese we'll make the trek across the street again to sample a cupcake. Here's hoping ...",
"Get fresh with me!\n\nLochel's is a family owned bakery that has been around for years, they also have a cafe right across the street.\n\nWe happened to stop by on the day they had just reopened after being closed for awhile, after the holidays. To that, I would assume freshly baked goods, which one would expect on a daily basis, but especially on a day after they had been closed for awhile.\n\nThey do have a lot to choose from, cupcakes galore, cookies, candies, cakes, pies, Danish and much more. I'll admit that I don't have much of a sweet tooth, but hubs sure does enjoy it and he was pleased. I, on the other hand thought the Danish was chintzy on the fillings and even though buttery pastry, it was just too dry for me. \n\nThe carrot cake was okay, but once again, way too dry and too much ginger? We ordered sticky buns with walnuts and raisins ( for me ) and some without, for Michael. They were loaded with cinnamon and okay, Fritz's are better, but even Fritz's does not compare to the bakery back home that I grew up with.\n\nNext time I am in Hatboro, I may check out some of their cupcakes, but I do believe I will pass on what I have tried thus far. They're just okay.",
"Amazing pastries. Love getting baked goods from Lochel's on Sunday's",
"Love this bakery! The only place I buy birthday cakes anymore!"
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"I was recomended by a fellow restaurant owner in around this area that said that the food here was excellent. Unfortunately, it turned out to be the opposite for the dishes I ordered. \n\n1) Tom Yum Soup (chicken) ($5.00)\n- Perhaps my expectations for a this soup was too high. The sourness of the soup was there however the rest of the ingredients failed to impress me - tomatoes and red peppers (not a native ingredient for this soup) were too hard and crunchy and the chicken was dumped in and boiled with the soup (tough) just before serving.\n\n2) Mee Siam ($11.00)\n- The menu described it as yellow noodles with a dark brown sauce. \nWhen it came out it was glass noodles stir fried in soy sauce. \nNOTE to the chef: The Brocolli and Green beans did not go well with the dish. \n- It tasted rather bland\n\nPerhaps the reason for the quality of the food was because I had arrived on a night when there was a special booking for a party of 14. \n\nMy idea of a good authentic Thai restaurant (or for any other foreign restaurant) is one that preserves the original recipes so that patrons can get glimpse of what food from Thailand tastes like. Unfortunately, Bangkok City has adjusted their recipes to ensure that they survive - which is something I can understand. Its as 'nice' as any other Thai restaurants within a 5 mile radius.\n\nIf you want authentic Tom Yum soup - try the Singapore Restaurant in Mount Laurel. It is by far the most authentic receipe that I can find in this area.\n\nI will attempt this place once again in the future to try some other dishes and perhaps my view of the place may change. Please do feel free to recommend any if you have been here before.",
"We love this place. Madly. \n\nIt's the one place we can go on any day of the week, at any time of day, and always get wonderful food. BC is vegetarian friendly; with most dishes you can sub tofu or veggies -- or both -- for meat. My boyfriend and I almost always order from the curries and the noodle dishes (respectively) and we've never had a bad meal. Although I can't say how authentic this Thai food is, it is delicious and the portions are huge, and that's enough for me.\n\nThe decor is interesting but tasteful and the service is always friendly. They do, however, frequently only have one waitperson on staff during busy diner hours, which can mean that the service is slower than it would be if, say, you were the only table in the restaurant. But the staff is friendly and accommodating even during the busiest times.",
"Bangkok City ...prepare a tour of Bangkok food galore...They have a nice atmosphere better than the Thai place in Marlton and this is so much quieter. The Waiter is an absolute gentleman and the food is dirt cheap compared to other Thai places, take note this is a Zagat rated and Best of Philly's winner numerous times. Despite the number of accolades they have maintained the prices to the minimum (PAGING SLICE Pizza!!). The Pad Thai is a great number to start with and the Lunch special a combo of appetizer and dessert and entree all for 7....seven...siete buckaroos.....\nThis place cannot be beat I cannot stop hailing this restaurant to all my Jersey friends.....if you do not like Thai food ...there's Primo Hoagies next door...but if you crave for that zing ...by all means Bangkok City is there to satisfy....PS they just have a siesta schedule , I think? but theyre open late....try the Thai iced tea and the decadent Fried Bananas and Ice cream with honey..",
"I enjoy this restaurant so much that I visit it once a week (most weeks). My boyfriend and I switch up our orders once in a while, but dishes that stand out and are ordered quite often are as follows:\n\n- Tom Yum or Tom Ka Soup: I really, really enjoy their soups! The Tom Ka is my favorite, but I have been leaning toward the lemongrass in the Tom Yum lately. Soooo, delicious!\n\n- Hot Potstickers: Just your regular dumpling style pot stickers, but tastier. The scallions and sauce add so much flavor to this dish. A big favorite among the folks I've introduced to this restaurant.\n\n- Pad Thai: This dish is probably my favorite. I usually order mine with chicken, but you can get yours with beef, shrimp, vegetarian, or a mix. They're very laid back here and will accommodate your tastes.\n\n- Fried Bananas w/ Ginger Ice Cream: You have to specify that you'd like the ginger ice cream, but it goes so well with the fried bananas and honey. Yummy! \n\n- Thai Iced Tea: My boyfriend LOVES this drink. It's too sweet for my tastes. I stick with the hot tea. \n\nThe decor is a little odd to me, but I've adapted. It definitely adds to the character of the restaurant. Service is a big deal to me and it's not lacking here. Our server is usually the same gentleman who knows us pretty well at this point. He is such a sweetheart and always does a great job. \n\nWe usually go for dinner, but their lunch special is one you can't beat. Three courses for about 8 bucks! And it's good! Try it!",
"I agree with every positive review on here. Just want to recommend the cheese rolls and Massaman Curry. Both are excellent (and the portions are generous).",
"We came here for an impromptu lunch one weekday afternoon and left stuffed and very satisfied. Walking in, it's a very small place, tastefully decorated. Pretty empty, but it was a Thursday afternoon. The server was extremely attentive and took great care of us the entire time.\n\nWe both had the pick 3 item lunch special - which includes an appetizer, soup or salad, and an entree. I had the cheese roll and my b/f had the giew grop (a crispy wonton filled with chicken) and both were delicious! For the soup/salad portion of the lunch we both had the steamed mixed veggies with peanut sauce. We were both a little skeptical of the peanut sauce at first (it smelled like peanut butter on vegetables), but LOVED it. For the entree portion, we both had the pad thai with shrimp. Man, was it HOT... I probably went through 3-4 glasses of water when eating the pad thai alone. It was good, but maybe I overdid it with the crushed red peppers they put as a garnishment on the side. Despite it burning my mouth, it was delicious and everything I imagined pad thai to be!\n\nAll of this was only $7.95 for each of us, what a steal! For a newbie... I was pretty impressed with Thai food and can't wait to go back and try something new!",
"This is honestly the best Thai restaurant around. I have been to SOOOO many restaurants and this Thai place just beats every other restaurant I have tried. Their Tom Yum soup is so flavorful and aromatic, the dishes are large, delicious and very well priced. Everything there is just amazing. You can't pick any dish and go wrong. Its also a BYOB so thats a nice extra, and the wait staff is extremely sweet and helpful. I am so glad this place exists....otherwise i would have no where to go for my Thai cravings.",
"This small little restaurant really has its charm! Each time I come here I order a different meal and I never seem to be let down. Typically Bangkok isn't crowded and it is a great place to come right after seeing a movie at the Ritz.\n\nMy one concern, the waiters! My friends and I get the under age treatment a lot and one waitress (I dont know her name) is a tad rude and seems to forget about us when other customers are there.\n\nOther than that, great food that can be a bit greasy at times, but can really fill you up.",
"Best Thai food anywhere.\nTry their curries--red or green--they are both exceptional. Their pad thai, duck, lamb, and satay are all lovely. They have an unusual coconut custard dessert that is addictive and they make excellent ice creams. They will serve brown jasmine rice if you request and the waitstaff is always charming. Combine fabulous food with excellent prices, a nice atmosphere, and BYOB, and you have a winner. We have friends who will drive over an hour to eat at Bangkok City.",
"I had higher expectations reading the Yelp reviews, but the thai food wasn't spectacular. There wasn't very much flavor in the chicken pai thai, but the drunken noodles were decent. The only real issue I have is in a noodle dish, there should be noodles!!! The lunch combo was reasonably priced, but the spring rolls had no spice (this is thai food- the favors should be apparent) and the thai salad made me wished they had/knew how to make papaya salad. \n\nIf you never had thai food, this place would be great. But, if you had really good thai food- I would pass."
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"Co-Owner and Executive Chef Alex Hardy and his business partner, Tara Buzan, created a much-needed fine dining BYOB nestled in the upscale town of Wayne. In an area known for its affluent residents who are equally discerning diners and generous spenders, this refined concept is destined to become a popular dining destination.\n\nWhile the fine dining scene in Philadelphia has diminished significantly, the closing of Le Bec Fin an auspice of the changing tide in tastes, chefs are taking inspiration from classical styles and ditching the suit-and-tie dining room requirements. Chef Hardy's renditions are a refreshing take on the classics. The bistro-style dining room epitomizes the classic-meets-modern approach to excellent food yet in a less stuffy ambiance. At the Table is reminiscent of BYOBs Pumpkin and Fork in Philadelphia. \n\nAppetizers top out at $26, and entrees at $42. If you've been craving Fois Gras, look no further than the appetizer section of the menu. The Green Circle Chicken Entree with Parsnip Puree, Carrot, Asparagus, Wild Mushroom, and Puffed Skin is divine and the option to add fresh truffles for a supplemental cost adds a touch of luxury to an already decadent dish. \n\nThe corkage fee is $15. The restaurant seats 20 and reservations via OpenTable are a must.",
"(4) ~ very good overall food & service. It's an intimate restaurant that's perfect for \"Date Nights\". The Chef definitely likes to experiment, which is refreshing if you're fellow \"Foodies\" like us:). Given the limited seating(around 20), reservations are recommended. And they are on OpenTable too. \n\nMENU:\n** Water(tap) = (4) very good, must be filtered. And they leave the bottle which is nice too.\n** Potato Bisque = (4) very good\n** \"Duroc\" Pork Tenderloin = (4) very good, actually wanted more:)lol Note: Duroc is a Heritage Breed, and very tasty.\n** \"Deconstructed\" Nutella Cheesecake = (4) very good\n** Coffee = (4) very good",
"So I am definitely a creature of habit; I seem to order the same things, and go to the more familiar of places. To change things up, and through suggestion of a friend, I made a reservation at At The Table. I was told that the chef was very dedicated to his craft, and he would surely open me up to new things. After looking at the menu, I was intrigued by the entrées of Wagyu Strip Steak (Wagyu is a Japanese beef cattle breed), and the crab risotto as well. \nFrom the moment I walked through the door, I was treated with excellent service from the hostess, the waiting staff, and all the chefs. They are all so very personable, and committed to giving each patron a memorable experience. Their attention to detail and presentation with every dish is unbelievable. The best way I can put it is that the food tastes just as good as it looks, and it looks just as good as it tastes. Phenomenal. I highly recommend making a reservation at At The Table before it becomes the Dorsia of the mainline. Okay, I may sound a little overzealous but I had an incredible dining experience and all the stars aligned to create a great first impression.",
"Can't recommend this place enough. Each dish was better than the last. The chef takes a creative approach to your favorite dishes. They are very passionate about the food and your experience and it shows. I can't wait to go back!",
"I'm not usually a 5 star giver, but this restaurant absolutely blew me away. \n\nThe Look: The space is small and intimate (only 10-12 tables) and oozes charm. It is cozy and inviting, boding simple yet elegant décor. \n\nThe Service: Absolutely fantastic. Owners Chef Alex and Tara are so inviting, and seem to make every guest feel special. Our server, whose name escapes me, was top notch. I never had to ask for water (which is a HUGE pet peeve of mine) and each course was met with fresh silverware. I was with my father, who doesn't venture far past chain restaurants, and to be honest, was a bit intimidated by the menu. The server diligently explained each course and answered any questions that he had. This is huge because most restaurants of this quality, wouldn't be bothered with catering to an \"inexperienced\" diner. Three cheers for unpretentious servers!! \n\nThe Food: OMG. OMG. OMG. SO good. I honestly have zero complaints/suggestions about any of the 6 courses that were served. It is clear that the menu is from a Chef who truly loves food. The courses were beautifully done, portions were very fair, and the dishes themselves were executed flawlessly. BONUS- The menu is changed weekly!\n\nOverall: This is a restaurant that is NOT to be missed. In my opinion, they've done everything right, and I can't wait to go back!!!",
"We were privileged to have dinner on New Year's Eve at this wonderful new restaurant. The six courses of the prix fixe were impeccably prepared and gorgeously presented from oysters to tiger shrimp and beef with foie gras. \n\nI'm sure that this will soon be a very difficult reservation to get since there are only 24 seats and the food is better than at any other restaurant in the area. A well- deserved 5 stars. Don't miss it!",
"I can't recommend this place enough. \n\nThe food was the star of the night. Each dish was perfectly proportioned and better than the last. The Chef definitely knows his was around a kitchen with some exciting approaches to classic dishes. The presentations just topped it off.\n\nThe service was fantastic and very knowledgeable about the food making for a wonderful experience.\n\nSuch a nice treat to have a place like this in Wayne and great place for a date night.",
"This review is way too late, it slipped through the cracks I guess, so I will concentrate on saying that this restaurant brings the first attempt at haute cuisine to the Main Line in... how long? Maybe ever? Wow. \n\nThe chef has trained under too many chefs to list and it shows. His cuisine is classically inspired but inventive. It reminds me of Nick Elmi (he may have studied under him) in its visual appeal and meandering across the plate, but at the same time it isn't as time-consuming in its construction if that makes sense. Lots of colors and textures and flavors and none are in your face, just elegant. The service is impeccable, we came shortly after the restaurant opened and they had more than enough staff. A good sign.",
"We went to At The Table a few weeks ago for dinner. The food quality was very impressive. We liked everything we ate, and the food was very creative. This place is definitely on the pricey side especially for a BYOB. I think our bill came to $100/person, so just keep that in mind. \n\nFor that price I would expect really good service, but the service was not on par with the food quality. Our waiter didn't even bother to pour the wine into a glass. The interior of the former creperie got a quick sprucing up, but they kept the same chairs. The chairs were fine for a quick crepe, but they are not comfortable enough for a $100/person dinner. \n\nWe will definitely be back to try it again, but they are pricing themselves out of being a regular stop.",
"The restaurant this town has been waiting for is finally here!!! \n\nAt The Table BYOB is creative, ambitious and very daring. It is a shining light in the main line that doesn't hold back. As a \"foodie\", I have tried everything and anything and I can see what chef is trying to do. \n\nWhen we first arrived, the restaurant was already filled and the vibe was incredible. Our server Matt, was incredibly kind and even offered us a glass of champagne compliments of the house.\n\nWe started the tasting menu with an amuse bouche devoted to chefs idol \"Thomas Keller\". The famous tartare with lemon creme fraiche in a cornet. We dove into the butternut squash soup and desperately desired more after our bowl was finished. The infamous garden salad which chef has been working on for over a decade was incredibly received and the hen of the woods mushroom was a dish that could be served at a Michelin rated restaurant. Our entree's were the wagyu beef coulotte and the pork jowls. Might i add, the pork jowls were hands down the most amazing thing i have ever had. We ended the night with the dessert which was delicate and lovely.\n\nI can't say anything bad about this new restaurant, it has everything that a foodie like me can offer and excites me that every 2 weeks i can try new dishes. Book your reservations fast (They will be very packed, no doubt), bring a couple bottles of wine and your excitement for haute cuisine.\n\nGREAT JOB GUYS!!!! and thank you again!"
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"Perfect place to sit and people-watch and wait for the end of the world (or the start of a movie). \n\nExceptionally good cannoli. In fact, cannoli for people who didn't think they liked cannoli. I was expecting too much overly sweet cream packed inside a boring crust. I was expecting....an overpriced twinky with attitude, which is what ya get at most \"Italian\" bakeries in America. Piccione's cannoli is surprisingly complex. Each one I tried was interesting and good. The things are small and pricey, but you don't have to eat much to feel satisfied. \n\nThe cheesecake was also shockingly tasty. There was a wholesome, cheesy quality to it. Not too sweet. Rich texture, but without the artificial richness you get from Hank's Cheesecake or the Cheesecake Factory. At the same time, it wasn't just mooshed cream cheese with molasses like out of some pious health food bakery. This was not a cake that I could readily, easily make at home. \n\nCookies were ok. At $9 per pound, I was hoping for something more exciting. Biscotti was the only thing that I would call subpar. Funny, cause it's the easiest thing on the menu. \n\nLatte was excellent! \n\nWish they'd open earlier and serve some more breakfasty stuff. I'd be in there every morning.",
"Really like this place. Been waiting for it to open and think it's in the perfect spot for the Loop area. Very nice and fun decor, area and display cases are right up front and an open prep area that give the see in the kitchen feel. A very good variety of the cannolis for sure and I started off with the classic with chocolate chips. Very fresh shell and good filling. I also had the cream puff (pretty decent), a flat cookie I can't remember what it was called (good but couldn't eat it all) and my date had a cup of Americana coffee (she said very good). They do the \"one thing\" pretty well and given there really isn't any dessert place in the Loop (outside of ice cream) they should very busy. I don't like how the menus are placed, it seems I have to strain a bit (up higher on the back wall), I think putting them (or at least some of it) on the columns adjacent to the cases would be a much better idea. \n\nAlso, if you don't go all the way to the back where the bathrooms are you will miss a hideaway area that will be great for any couple that wants that bit of quiet to enjoy their dessert, maybe 3 small tables with chairs are back there. Completely separated from view of the main area.\n\nVery much worth a visit. Go here.",
"* Update:\n\nMy 2nd visit was improved upon.... the staff were very personable and greeted us upon entering and thanked us when we left.\n\nThe fruit crostada was DELICIOUS! Loved the cup of Lavazza cappuccino too!\nGo check it out, you won't be disappointed.\n\n\nToday is opening day so I want cut the owners some slack, my only complaint is that upon entering you see a display case with all these delicious pastries and several employees behind the counter and nobody greets you. To me, especially on your opening day... somebody should warmly greet patrons and welcome them to their new enterprise. But, ok like I said I will cut them slack for that...but nothing beats smiling happy faces acknowledging customers! :-)\n\nThe interior is bright and attractive - the pastries are varied and look incredible! We ordered two cappuccini a small $3.00. The serve LavAzza espresso - excellent Italian expresso. Loved the cappuccino. LavAzza is Italy's number 1 roaster -\n\nAlso had a lemon ricotta cookie $.90 - delicious cookie with great flavor. The traditional cannoli $3.25 - OMG, first I have only had tasted a cannoli a couple of other times and wasn't impressed. This cannoli was casing was crisp without being tough and the creamy filling .... my mouth is watering as I type this. \n\nThe last thing sampled was the sfoglialetta riccia - a layered pastry with a creamy orange filling. This was delicious too - loved the crispness to the pastry and filling was a nice balance $3.75\n\nThey have late hours and are on the corner of Skinker and Delmar",
"Just for reference guys Piccione is pronounced (puh-CHOH-nee, Italian for \"pigeon) \n\nI saw this place on the corner of Delmar and Skinker before they opened. I was so excited that there was going to be a bakery opening up in the Loop!! Despite the horrible rain yesterday we still managed to make it here after work.\n\nIts a very nice size bakery. I love the interior design and the red accents. There are plenty of little tables along the window to sit down at. The menu is very well displayed on the back wall along with a coffee/drink menu. The open concept of the kitchen makes you feel like you are in a personal kitchen and not a bakery. The whole atmosphere is very fun and inviting. \n\nThey had a variety of pastries and cookies and cakes to choose from. We went with the original ricotta cannoli, a cherry cannoli, a puff pastry and the Tiramisu. The Tiramisu right of the bat hit home for me. It reminded me of my mothers Tiramisu. You could taste the hints of kahlua & cocoa. It was not overly sweet but just enough to satisfy any sweet craving.\n\nThe canonolis were also very delicious. The shell was perfectly crispy and the fillings again were not overly sweet. The Cream Puff was huge first of all, it can easily feed two people. We didn't finish ours. The pastry melts in your mouth and compliments the cream very well. \n\nI am in love with this bakery. The owner made my heart melt because he was in a suit and tie helping out his customers! Its the little things like that which makes a place stand out. He gave us some Italian cookies to go, for free, for no reason. I can't wait to go back and try the coffee.",
"Despite the fact that there was only 2 things (meringues & foccacia sticks) that were vegan, I love this place. The ambience was really cool, & the service was awesome. I love the huge tables with the fresh flowers. I can spread out my stuff & actually work here. This place is sort of an upscale Starbucks with much much better food.",
"The space is adorable, and the staff are personable and attentive. I got the mocha checkerboard cassata cake which was so decadent and rich that I had to take half of it home. To be fair, it was described as being rum soaked sponge cake with thick icing.\nI also took a few cookies home with me, 2 of the Raspberry butter spritz, chocolate butter spritz and shortbread, all all proved to be delicious. My favorite cookies were definitely the pinwheels- they were the perfect size, sweetness and mix of flavors. \nMy 10 cookies + cassata cake came up to around $9, which I found to be very reasonable, given the quality of the food. I'll definitely be back!",
"I kept walking by Piccione before it opened and was really excited to check it out. I was happy that the food lived up to my expectations, and I loved the decor as well.\n\nIt took me a while to choose, but I had the chocolate cannoli. The cannoli filling was very creamy and not too rich.\nThe woman behind the counter was super friendly, too! \nI hope to try more of their desserts soon!\n\n12/13/13 - updating to 5 stars, because this place is the best! :D",
"This place reminds me of going to Italian street fairs in NY/NJ as a kid. Wonderful, clean establishment with very helpful staff. I love the variety and textures available at Piccione Pastry. We had the tiramisu, served in a cup, and the pistachio cannoli. Both were delicious, delicate, and indulgent. The owner brought out some cookies to our table which were also spectacular!\n\nTry it out. You won't be disappointed!",
"Piccione Pastries has been on my list since they opened, this past weekend I finally had a chance to try it out and have to admit I am disappointed I wasn't here the weekend they opened. Seriously this place is amazing and a welcome addition to the Loop and Saint Louis area. \n\nFrom the moment you walk instead you see the display cases, along with the staff working hard on making fresh pastries behind the counter. The staff is friendly and add to the great atmosphere which is simple, however a great place to grab some sweets after a dinner in the Loop. \n\nI can personally vouch for the Pistachio Cannoli & the Italian Tiramisu, both of which are simply amazing. The cannoli has some of the best dough, while the inside filling sweet but not overpowering. The Tiramisu is possibly the best I have had, it is perfectly balanced, not too much coffee flavor but just enough to remind you what you are eating. I could have went back for seconds, or thirds. Overall the prices are not cheap, but they are very fare considering you are getting a high quality desert. I will say that prices are probably cheaper than comparable deserts at a sit down restaurant. Seriously this was amazing. I will be back for more.",
"SINFULLY SCRUMPTIOUS!\n\nAfter filling our bellies for lunch at Mission Taco Joint, we still couldn't resist walking down Delmar to Piccione and getting a box of sweet treats to take home. We were tempted to fill a large box, but we remained strong and only chose four items and we shared them once we got home. \n\nWe filled our box with the following:\n\nPiccione Signature Cannoli - a lighter twist on the traditional\nSfoliatella Riccia - Flaky layered pastry with a creamy orange ricotta filling\nRum Baba - Rum soaked yeast cake served with or without Piccione cream \nRicotta Cheesecake - A light & fluffy take on this yummy treat\n\nOnce we got home we could not wait, we had to try at least one of these decadent treats. We choose the Cannoli and the cream filling had my taste buds dancing a happy gig. The shell was flaky and the cream filling was oh so sweet. This is definitely the best Cannoli I have ever had. \n\nWe cooked at home that night and for dessert we enjoyed the cheesecake with fresh strawberries that have been macerated. I served the strawberries, on the side so we could taste the cheesecake without a distraction. I will say, this is the best cheesecake in the city. I've had the factory, daddy's and Hank's and I am here to say this is by far head and shoulders above all three of them. We both gasped and said, \"Oh, my God\" as we took our first bites. The strawberries were a treat on the side. We both enjoyed our cake plain. \n\nThe Sfoliatella Riccia was perfect the next morning with coffee. I can not remember when we ate the Rum Baba, but I do remember that I was pissed off that I had to share it and did not get to eat the whole thing. \n\nNow that I have been to Piccione Pastry, I will change my eating habits when dining in The Loop. I will be sure to always leave room for a sweet treat from PP."
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"What a food paradise in the middle of the desert! A dear friend took me there for a down home breakfast. I had biscuits and gravy and returned a second time to try a special omelette. The staff is friendly and the food is great. They also exhibit professional photographs and art by local artists including www.ironcreekphotography.com.",
"My regular breakfast stop was unexpectedly closed so I tried Claire's having driven by a number of times and always seeing cars parked out front. That's my first good indicator. I had the zucchini mushroom spinach bacon and cheese omelet special and fresh made biscuit that were both good. The coffee was very good. Waitstaff was friendly and attentive.",
"Amazingly fresh salad, avocado melt is uniquely delicious, and staff was extremely efficient and friendly. Dining area is clean and cozy.",
"You would never know this but Calires Cafe is Organic food locally sourced home cooked food. she'd never say that cause some times she cant get every single item organic and doesn't want to tell a lie. \nClaire and her man run this joint like it is their home. They give a hug and say \"now you to get in the back\" if you feel like talking she will talk. if you want privacy you'll get that. Its cheaper than a psychiatrist and tastier than a howard johnsons or denny's\nI had the eggs and homefries one day and my wife and I shared a steak and cheese the next. I am happy to say the food was exactly what we wanted Tasty and Filling (with no ill side affects) \na side note...if your a jerk, who can't make friends, complain about everything, don't go here... we nice folk don't need you.",
"Claire's Cafe is a nice hometown restaurant, everyone is friendly and it truly is where friends meet. I visit Claire's as often as possible, the food is always amazing and if you feel it's not speak up and let her know she is sweet and understanding and wants to please every customer who walks through her cafe. Her and her staff are amazing people to be around. If your not a people person this might not be the place for you. Everything I have ordered here so far has been amazing and fresh!",
"While on vacation visiting my mom, we had to visit her very favorite Sunday breakfast spot. Claire's, run by Claire herself, is a wonderful experience no matter what time of day, though; we've stopped in for lunch on past visits and been no less delighted than we were by today's breakfast.\n\nCustom orders are okay; we all requested egg-white omelets and were happily accomodated. The veggies in the omelet were fresh and tasty, and the fruit bowl was fantastic - fresh-made that morning, as evidenced by the pristine apple slices and still-firm bananas. It certainly wasn't your standard made-last-night refrigerated bowl of half-hearted melon (though melon was featured and enjoyed).\n\nAs other reviewers mention, Claire's serves a lot of organic food (though not strictly so), and when you get tomatoes in-season they're generally from her garden!\n\nThis Tucson lunch/breakfast stop is not to be missed!",
"Great mom and pop restaurant to the far north of Tucson in a small suburb. Friendly service. Great spot for breakfast in the morning, portions are large and the price is fair. Been there three times while visiting Tucson and will certainly visit again. If you love eggs, pancakes, or a decent corned beef hash, Claire's has it.",
"Food has always been OK, wait staff always wonderful. Today while having lunch with friends, when just about finished with my Juevos Rancheros I found what appeared to be a large piece of string in my in my lunch. I didn't unravel it so I never did figure out exactly what it was. When the waitress appeared I showed it to her and she very apologetically took my plate with what was left of my lunch and said she was going to show it to the owner Claire, who was sitting in the next room. A short time later the waitress reappeared and sheepishly told me that Claire had told her to tell me my bill would be reduced by fifty percent. For about half a heart beat I thought I'd heard her incorrectly but then I realized she was serious. I politely expressed disbelief and the waitress apologized and left. A short time later Claire appeared and told me that she had \"reconsidered\" and decided there would be no charge for my lunch. I would not have believed it had I not seen it. I bought my friends lunch as it was my turn and tipped the poor waitress twenty five percent. It used to be my favorite place for lunch in Catalina. The nerve of some people.",
"Very cozy establishment with at least four separate dining areas. There are lots of nice pictures on the walls, sometimes covering the whole wall. My granddaughter said, \"This place is pretty.\" The booth we sat in had a very high back, too high to see over when I was standing, but then I'm only 5'6\" The other patrons were friendly to us which I really liked and confirms my desire to live in a small town.\n\nShe ordered the kid's grilled cheese with chips and I ordered the Philly Cheese Steak with fries. They were some of the best fries I've ever had! Cooked to perfection; not too salty. The sandwich was good, a little bit heavy on green peppers but easy to pick a couple off to my taste. The chips were kettle cooked but thicker than store bought, more like home made.\n\nFor dessert we share a slice of homemade cherry pie with whipped cream. My granddaughter loved it and I thought it was excellent. This was the first time she tried and liked cherry pie. I was amazed she ate it being an extremely picky eater and lover of chocolate.",
"Good food, fast service. We will be back for sure. Great salsa and yummy corned beef hash."
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"Do you like crazy colors? Do you like learning spanish from crazy crap on the walls? Do you forget where you are easily and like to be reminded by custom made seating with \"El Meson\" written all over it?\n\nWell then El Meson is the place for you! I've been here a couple of times now and it is usually pretty busy. I'm torn between three and four stars. The food was about average, 3 stars, but the orchata was like home made, 4 stars! Service was slow at times, it took forever to get me some damn tortillas, 3 stars. Prices were fair to cheap. 4 stars. The food was just...well okay. Not the worst, not the best. Really that's what counts in the end, so I'll have to go with 3 stars. That being said, I'll be back and maybe they'll earn another star.\n\nParking is plentiful, plentyful? no, no, it's plentiful. Location is well, I'm not from Indiana so I guess it is a good location, there's stuff around...yeah. Three Stars!",
"Our favorite mexican place by far. Portions are better than adequate, food is quite tasty, staff is attentive and polite.. don't really need more than that. We normally stick with our favorites, quesadillas, enchiladas, chimichangas, arroz con pollo, burritto - and these are just for me! j/k.\nLove to partner their free chips with their white queso sauce.. just the right combination of flavors makes this a family favorite. Pricing is fairly comparable.. Located in the Kroeger strip mall on Emerson, right next to my favorite pizza place.",
"Good, cheap Mexican food. Friendly staff. Soccer on the TV. Best Mexican place on the south side, easily. Not a ton of vegetarian options, but what they do have is tasty. Try the white cheese with the free chips, very good. The decor is a bit much, and the location is not great, but it's a solid four star venue.",
"We've been here many times over the years. My best description is mediocre and inconsistent. More often than not, food comes to our table luke warm. Chips are often stale and reheated. The carnitas are simply chunks of pork instead of strips or shredded. We've given the benefit of the doubt too many times.\n\nThe meal value is dull. I have thought it's curious how some of the combination dinners offer rice or beans, not both.\n\nWatch your bill too. Prices have often varied from their printed prices in the menu.",
"El mason the best mexican restaurant in Indy . Authentic Mexican food and good portions, the el mason frajitas for 2 is awesome. (see pic) it has steak, shrimp, chicken , and chorizo sausage , you will for sure ask for a to go box",
"Really good Mexican food! Some of the best I have eaten in the Midwest.",
"Great place with large portions! Fast and friendly wait staff. The food was fantastic. The choriqueso dip is great with the Tortilla chips as an appetizer. Very affordable. Will be going to this place more often.",
"Best Mexican Resturant in Greenwood!\n\nI love their chips and spicy but not too spicy salsa.\n\nMy favorite meal is the Quesdilla Relano with Grilled Chicken.\n\nVery clean and well decorated, Great service with a fair price.",
"Excellent Mexican, tasty and quick. The beer is served cold and the food is served hot. I usually order the El Meson Fajitas, which include chicken, beef, shrimp and sausage served with plenty of vegetables. The portion sizes are more than adequate and the atmosphere is genuine and fun. Great for family dinners. Highly recommended.",
"This place is wonderful!! For $3.99, you can get the Speedy Gonzalez (taco, enchilada, and rice or beans). The free chips and salsa are great -- and if you ask, they bring out the secret HOT salsa. You are in and out in a flash. About 12 of us come monthly for lunch, and we are in an out in an hour."
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"If you like a quick, hot, and tasty asian meal then this is the place. Good choice of entres to choose from and all at a great price. Not a great date place but staff is friendly and food is GOOD!",
"very good fast asian food at extremely reasonable prices.\nperfect takeout place, call ahead and they'll have your food ready\nfor you. i like the beef with tomato dish as well as the chicken\nand eggplant. the tofu salad starter is excellent as well.\nbeef ribs are huge, and they give you a truly generous portion of it.\none of the best values in town.",
"We thought this place was dirty and boring, which is surprising since it's fairly a new place. The place was pretty much empty and we still couldn't find a clean table. The floors were filthy, and the food was bad. I can probably get better asian food from the frozen isle. ADVISE, just go to PEI WEI where they have great service and it's clean. But Hot Wok Sucks! Do you feel like getting disappointed today? Then come to this place...",
"Great price big potions and way\n better then panda.",
"I just ate at Hot Wok for the first time. I loved it. I ordered the salmon with lemon pepper sauce and my husband got the pad thai, which he thought his was very good. For $8.95 I got served a huge piece of salmon in a really bright, flavorful sauce with little lemon wedges stir-fried right in with the rest of the perfectly-cooked vegetables. It was a huge meal and one of the tastiest I've eaten in a long time. I can't wait to go back.",
"FAST Review:\n\nFood: (5/5) - What I like is the variety and size of the portions. Could come here every day for a month straight and never get the same thing twice. Recommend the Pad Thai and Seared Beef. \n\nAmbiance: (3/5) - Well, it's in a little strip mall off Golf Links. They are fairly clean. Even coming with 6-7 people can usually find a table large enough, even during the lunch rush. \n\nService: (5/5) - They are fast. Unless you get stuck behind someone with a take-out order for 10 (which apparently happens to me often), you will get you food shortly after filling your drink cup and sitting down. \n\nTotal Impression: 5 - Come here often for lunch. You (usually) can't beat the speed of service and the portions are more than enough for a big appetite. If you are looking for lots of taste with more variety than a Panda Express (and just as fast), then go here.",
"This place definitely exceeded first impressions. I really thought that the food would be alright but its actually very well cooked and the prices were amazing. I got the Pad thai noodles which was pretty good but the best part were the Beef ribs I ordered. I got way more food than I thought and the prices were excellent. With pretty good service I would definitely come here again and again.",
"The food, while great priced and prepared good has made me endure several rude employees at the restaurant. After a couple of months I will think that the staff wasn't so bad and I go back, just to get a rude employee again and be irritated once more. My recommendation is for the owner of Hot Wok to have some PR classes for your staff! If you want recommendations you have to have friendly staff!",
"My husband has been trying to get me to go to Hot Wok for months. He always said it was pretty good, but I don't particularly enjoy trying new Asian restaurants. If I could give this place zero I would. Absolutely awful, from their customer service to their food. They have no options for children, not even a side of fried rice. They wouldn't substitute our steamed rice (which was completely awful btw) for fried rice. I got honey chicken and my husband got orange chicken. We also ordered a side of crab puffs, ick. They were dripping oil it was disgusting. Our chicken was barely warm. You can tell they cook their chicken in large batches an just sauce them for each order. My husband, who is extremely easy to please took his food back. It killed his appetite. He requested a refund because he was so dissatisfied. The guy he spoke with told him he did not have the ability to do a refund. He says hi manager says absolutely no refunds. The guy actually admitted it was probably their fault the order was bad. We ended up just leaving. We will never go back. Terrible.",
"Awesome Chinese restaurant that is right up the street from my apartment. Whenever I do take out they are lightning fast and very courteous. Plus as others have said their prices are great!!! If you're in the mood for a nice quiet night at home with some take out you should try the Hot Wok."
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"Ah Jim's the one near my sisters house..... I was skeptical at first because it wasn't like the one on south street but they proved that Jim's is the undisputed king of PHILADELPHIA CHEESE STEAK. Go get em! \r\n\r\nPats and Gino's are nothing...okay pats is alright.",
"There's always this great debate in Philly over who makes the better steak - Pat's or Geno's. Well buddy I know the answer - Neither. Jim's is better than both of them. While those 2 have sold out, they don't even chop up the meat anymore, Jim's has stayed true to the Philly cheesesteak spirit. The one in South Street always has a super long line, and their is always the parking issue. I'd suggest going to the one in the Northeast, it's off of Bustleton Pike, near where it intersects the Boulevard. Definitely a great place to take friends that visit Philly.",
"I'm from NYC and went to philly for a day with my gf. We tried Jim's steaks and Geno's. I can tell you without a doubt that Jim's is better. Geno's was all stringy with fatty bits all over the meat. Jim's had quality quality meat.",
"I love Jim's Steaks but this location for some reason serves a smaller version of the Cheesesteaks than the rest of the Jim's Steaks I've tried. When I complained about the size of the sandwich to the manager, he said ' you were probably really hungry and it just seemed smaller\" Well in this economy that was a lame response and my list of favorite Cheesesteak places just seem smaller by one particular location. To top it off, they don't offer a ice, cold pint carton of Artic Tea. Jim's Steaks without Artic Ice Tea? C'mon dude!",
"The first time I went to Philadelphia, which was this recent New Year's, my friend wanted to take me to Jim's on South St. However, it was packed and the line was long and it was frickin' cold outside. So, instead, we went across the street and ate at Copabanana.\n\nRecently, my friends and I had been gambling at the Philadelphia Park. Of course, afterwards, we were hungry. Onwards to Jim's we went. \n\nI like the place...kinda like Johnny Rocket...in a way...with this retro decor. \n\nThe staff were friendly...even in the late night.\n\nPrior to this point, everyone said great things about Jim's...how they serve the best cheesesteaks. So, I had my first bite and then the next and then the next and so on.\n\nWell, it wasn't GREAT but it wasn't bad at all. I guess I was put off on how greasy it was. Isn't there such a thing as a greaseless cheesesteaks?!?! \n\nAh well. I'd definitely come back. Maybe I'll try the chicken cheesesteak the next time.",
"When you live in the West Coast, you know you're missing Jim's Steaks. I tried other cheese steak shops around here but nothing compares to Jim's. This will always be on my list of next stops when I visit Philly again.",
"Philly local friends said this is the best philly cheesesteak in the city!\n\nThe steak is super juicy and although I had it with provolone, I preferred my bf's with the cheese whiz! \n\nIt was yummy, but not quite what I had in mind.. I personally like cheesesteaks at the malls in Cali better.. (my personal opinion) hehe",
"Consistently good steaks. Prices are a bit high, but they always do a good job here.\n\nChink's Steaks on Torresdale Avenue is still the best cheese steak i8n Philly.",
"Best cheesesteak downtown that I've had. Of the touristy places I prefer Jim's every time. It's near other things so you don't have to take your out of town visitors on a journey just to see some neon lights and eat gross steaks.\n\nThe wait can be long at meal hours or late night, but who cares, it's part of the experience.\n\nAlways get cheese whiz, if you don't we can't be friends, just sayin.",
"I've had both Pat's and Geno's and Jim's beats both of them. I still don't understand the whiz thing, for me great steak on a great roll needs real cheese - Provolone. I've been to all three Jim's locations and have been very satisfied at all of them, but South Street still has the best atmosphere by far and is where I take out of town visitors."
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"If not for the fact that I can fart in my house, walk over to pick up a slice, and still smell my own stench, I would probably never frequent the place. For whatever reason, the pepperoni pie is always a safe bet, but everything else is par at best. I'd love for someone to research the claim that this is \"the original home of the panzarotti,\" for if that is true, it was created by...Greeks?",
"Okay I am ready to except hate mail for this, including from James D., but I've been a Philly food reviewer, a Philly restaurant-scene snob and a Lorenzo's regular and I think that Napoli's fresh ricotta cheese pizza is BETTER THAN ANYTHING FROM LORENZO & SONS (gulp!).\n\nI've eaten at Lorenzo's so many times, but it just doesn't compare.\n\nOkay - Napoli's is a bit shady. I wandered in because nothing else was open one night and immediately thought it was going to be horrible (and I'm sure if you order chicken parmigana or a hamburger it would be). Push your Philly-pizza-snob nose down and order this pizza (add broccoli rabe or sausage, too).\n\nI swear if you try this pizza and think I'm wrong I will change this review to one star.\n\nAnd yes, I am Italian.",
"I have to agree with Caitlin. The pizza here is surprisingly good, basic east coast pizza. My favorite pizza is the large square pizza with olives. yum. I have also gotten a BLT (random, I know), and although it could have been due to the hangover, it was amazing.",
"everyone else seems to be right on the mark with their reviews of this place...especially James, because I find myself in a similar situation living right across the street.\n\ntwo other items of note: \nthe Texas Rancher Wrap is pretty decent\n\nand their fries are always crispy and on the money\n\nnot a bad place to go after drinking at the Dive or 12 Steps, or any other Bella Vista establishment",
"I too have the same \"across the street\" situation, and find laziness and convenience leading me to Napoli more often than I like. That being said, they do some things well. I find the square pizza to be far superior to their normal pizza, so stick with that. The \"Chicken Cutlet Napoli\" is your typical South Philly broccoli rabe/sharp provy sandwich, but they use good bread and its rather tasty. Most of their apps are forgettable (fries were eh, mozzarella sticks were gross.) Stick to the square pie and you'll find this place useful.",
"Ate here with a friend a week or two ago. So.. given that it's taken me that long to say anything about it, that's pretty much how I felt about it. \n\nFairly run of the mill. We got a regular large half pepperoni. I thought their strength was the crust. It was thin but not droopy, big plus. Not dried out and crispy either. Just enough grease, no need to break out the napkins.",
"I've ordered from this place a couple of times and it's really nothing special. My first experience was a walk in and I had a chicken sandwich. I was pretty tasty, worth the price. Next visit, we ordered grilled cheese, both were plain white bread with American cheese. Seriously? \n\nTonight my roomie and I ordered delivery because it was cold out. Yes, it's a Friday and cold so maybe it is busy, but an hour to deliver? That's a little long considering they are like 5 blocks away.\n\nThe pizza used canned mushrooms. This has got to be my worst pet peeve with pizza places. Fresh mushrooms aren't that hard to come by, not that expensive, and taste so much better. The rest of the pizza was not much better, and kinda pricey for the quality. Just about the only redeeming quality of the pizza was the crust. The chicken wings were also very fatty. \n\nMostly a pass, but their sandwiches are pretty good.",
"Update:\nI ordered one of their more expensive (about $11) Italian platters and it knocked my socks off. The chicken florentine penne has a great garlic cream sauce, loads of tender chicken, spinach, smothered with mozzarella cheese and comes with a side of garlic bread (which is just a bun with garlic butter on it but it did the job) AND a side salad. It was a fairly large meal. The side salad however was just iceberg lettuce and cucumbers and tomatoes. I rarely to never eat large slices of raw tomatoes so for me it was just cucumbers and lettuce. Had the salad been better, I may have given it another star.\n\nIt was no Randazzo's but that meal did me good.",
"I like Napoli. I'm biased because it is my neighborhood place. I disagree with the bad reviews. I'm glad it's my local spot. Standard pies, tasty and consistent. On a scale of one to five stars and Domino's was a one, Napoli would be 50,000.",
"Not terrible, but also not good. I find myself getting pizza from here occasionally because it's a block away, but I always regret doing it. Too many other good spots in close range to justify eating here. And if you can't get to those (why?), just go without pizza."
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"This was an evening to remember! Saw the 7pm show on April 9, Five Way Street with a Salute to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Wow! The sound system in this place is wonderful, the food was great, and service is fast and friendly. We have also seen a concert there by Robert Shaw, and one with Robert Shaw and Crystal Stark. This Music Hall has only been open 6 wks or so and yet is doing great business because it offers great entertainment, great food, and fun atmosphere.\nTony Terry, from the Gaslight Theatre in Tucson, has renovated this place so well, it is comfortable, not at all crowded, lots of parking, and is a great addition to the music venues in Tucson/Oro Valley.",
"Blues brothers. Full house. Lots of fun. Location was easy to find. Free popcorn. Service was fast and friendly. I'm going back.",
"Gaslight Music Hall is a wonderful addition to the area. The venue is beautiful with good acoustics for the live music. Free popcorn, good food, and great spirit makes this place a great evening! I've been twice and will return soon!",
"Last night was our second time at the Gaslight Music Hall and it was as great as ever. We saw the music of the Eagles a couple of months ago and last night we saw the music of the Blues Brothers. The band was fantastic and the singers were entertaining and engaging. The service was prompt and friendly, as always. It was a lot of fun - we will definitely be back!",
"The Gaslight Music Hall in Oro Valley has been my favorite venue since my first visit. Tony Terry is a creative business man with a vision for a cozy, comfortable venue. All staff is like family. The availability of a variety of food, as the best pizza in Tucson and their delicious ice cream is fabulous. What brings music lovers back time and again, is Robert Shaw's booking of the best live music in the United States or beyond. I personally live in Mesa and often make the almost two hour drive for the high quality musicians and performers. This is a magnificent venue for travelers through the Tucson area and beyond. For those in the Phoenix and surrounding areas, it is a pleasant drive. J.L.",
"Came into this hall for lunch. What a surprise I was in for. The employees were so friendly, helpful and professional. There recommendations were spot on. The meatball sub and bbq hot wings were outstanding.\n\nWe enjoyed lunch in a beautiful hall that is used for shows. The atmosphere was perfect.\n\nI will be back soon!!!",
"First, but not my last time there. What talent has been brought to our little town of Oro Valley, AZ. Entertainment top notch along with everyone there. We went to an afternoon show, Menopause, and every seat was taken. What a fun way to spend a couple of hours, then go home with a smile. Do not miss this jewel.",
"Visiting from outbid town and we always visit the gaslight theater. This time we went to the new one on Oracle rd. What a nice place. Not quite as nostalgic as the original place, however it was lovely. Good pizza, good acting. I felt crowded, but I know that's how they make their money. All in all a good night out. We will be back next time we're in town.",
"Outstanding fun music venue with a wonderful friendly & hospitable staff & servers, fabulous performers, great sound system, delicious food, and a fantastic very entertaining show. Lisa Otey and the Desert Divas (and the guys in the band) are oh so talented with a polished stage presence and super sense of humor. Their selection of music and songs about women was extremely apropos to help celebrate Moms, from playing old classics to new original tunes. And when it comes to musical talent, from the drums to the bass, and the keyboard to the saxophone, all I can say is WOW! \nThank you to Tony Terry and his extremely professional team for hitting another home run production.\nYou really put a HUGE SMILE on my wife's day (her first without any of our kids home to visit mom on Mother's Day).",
"My 'Happy Place,' the very best live music in the state of Arizona. I drive 2 hours one way for weekly concerts. Delicious foods and beverages. Friendly staff. Awesome talent, the best performers and live music. Fabulous for locals and those traveling through the surrounding areas. Always delightful entertainment."
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"I was born in Seattle, and I still think this is the best damn coffeehouse around.\n\nAnd not only is the coffee good, but so are the tea drinks. Their iced chai latte is the only one I've had that actually tastes like chai tea and not some sugary chai-like powder a la (I hate to say it) Java Jones. \n\nAnd Peet's started in Berkeley ten years before the first Starbucks anyway :p",
"This Peets lcation has freindly employees and isn't crowded. You can't go wrong with any Petes location. In Uptown SB this place has the best iced coffee, blended drinks, teas and baked goods.",
"before: what can i say - simply the BEST coffee in SB. just wish they had more study area so i can spend the whole day smelling their delicious coffee...\n\n-- \nnow: i sadly take off two stars off my favorte coffee spot in town. to be fair, i'd like to believe that it was just today (SUNDAY afternoon) that the place was run by young teenagers. this is all fine. but the girl used ROTTEN MILK for my iced-nonfat-latte. i told them (nicely) that the milk had gone bad, but the kids were rude and inattentive. instead of throwing away the FOUL SMELLING/TASTING milk, she used the SAME milk with an extra shot of espresso!!",
"Mmmmm Peet's Coffee. I got hooked on this while on business in the Bay Area. I swear, it's like the crack of coffee. Very strong, and yet not a hint of bitterness. It's as if the coffee I usually drink is black and white and suddenly I was seeing things in color!! OK so not quite that dramatic, but ever since I had it in Oakland I've been going out of my way to get Peet's in the morning because it's just so good. My drink is always made exactly how I like it and it's pretty much the same every time - not like at Starbucks where I never know if my latte is going to taste good or taste like crap. The only downside for the SB location is the weird location, but it's totally worth it.",
"Here's something that will perk you up: Peet's '09 anniversary blend. Full of pop. Rich. Dark. Will get you buzzed in the A.M..Otherwise, their coffee from New Guinea always struck the right notes with me. Will it for you? I have no idea.",
"All I can say is FINALLY! I was so glad to see a Peet's go in on State Street as an alternative to Starbucks. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the company's fair trade policy. Peet's commitment to ethical trade practices is inspiring and worthy of support. The back patio is perfect for reading and conversation.",
"My wife and I drink peets exclusively when we're not out of town. You can't beat their coffee.",
"Truly the best coffee in town, or....anyplace for that matter.\n\nI love the downtown location, the upper state location isn't as clean and there is less seating, but it's still good. \n\nThere's never any bitterness to any of the drinks and tea selection is excellent. \n\nStarbuck's and CBTL can't really compare. This is REAL coffee.",
"For the times when I wish to be ever so slightly less corporate coffee and I'm not near my coffee cat, I like me some Peets coffee. Honestly the coffee is better then Starbucks, major dickens blend is their house coffee and I find that to be far less acidic and burt tasting then pikes place. Also with their mixes they don't slam it with too much sweetness or flavor shots to overpower the not so great quality of some of the coffees and espresso used at the rivals. I find the staff to always be generally nice and helpful. Although in a side note the place has a strange Oder, not bad not good, just strange. Maybe some coffee roasting gone bad.",
"This place seems to be packed but to me, kind of awkward. Free internet with purchase is nice, and is honestly the only reason I would go here over Starbucks. Also about $.80 cheaper for what I generally order, which is definitely a plus.\n\nAt most places the Iced Coffee is brewed a bit stronger (since it is destined to be poured over ice, and henceforth becomes diluted) but not at Peets. The iced coffee here is pretty watery to start with and putting the same amount of cream as I would at other places made it overly smooth and easy to drink quickly (not a plus in my book, I like it rough). So what you ask, you get the buzz faster, right? Nope, it never came! \n\nNot bad, but not good. Better places for coffee in SB for sure, try SB Roasting Company (or anything less chain-like for that matter.)"
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"When I found out Besa was opening up I was excited to hear we would have a new Contemporary Mexican restaurant nearby. I was even more excited when I went there and the food was really amazing! \n\nFantastic margaritas and yummy food and I don't have to drive to Tampa!! Definitely will go back!",
"OMG we really really! wanted this experience to be good. We loved the prior 2 restuarants and had our very very first date here over five years ago. First impression is trendy, chic, and the decor is awesome. But...first, the inexperienced hostess tried to seat us at a table with plenty of empty booths (why do they do that?) and walked us around in circles before deciding on an open booth. The scallop and lime ceviche was bland, needed onion, more cilantro, and olive oil. The avocado was a smidgen unripe/hard. Just like their sister restuarant, Flamestone, my food, was, once again...cold. The past 4 times at Flamestone my food was cold. I should be fair and say lukewarm, just scary enough to think about foodborne illness. The red potatoes were hard and inedible, we returned them to the kitchen. My husband's filet mignon had a crust which made the steak hard to chew, and the portion was incredibly small. We were underwhelmed and won't be back.",
"My wife and I have eaten here a couple of times. Both times, it has been a great dining experience. The food is incredible and the service the best I have experienced in the Tampa area. My favorites were the crab cake stuffed avocado, Delmonico steak and \"Impossible Cake\". Everything was outstanding.",
"went here with 3 girlfriends for a birthday celebration, had the guacamole appetizer, 3 different kinds, it was pretty good & the warm tortilla chips were excellent :-) Two of my friends ordered fish tacos and we were all surprised to find the fish had the skin on it, HUH? The manager offered to get them something else, but it was snapper and they like snapper so they opted to remove the skin themselves, they enjoyed the taste of the fish, so it worked out ok, BUT that would be my suggestion going forward, please remove the skin before serving. My other friend had the skirt steak ,which she did enjoy, I opted for some seared tuna wontons which were good, with a sweet potato tamale on the side, now that tamale was yum! This place is right next door to Carmel, so if I have to compare, I'd say Carmel is a better bet, as a matter of fact we went to Carmel for dessert and coffee afterwards. This place is new and I am thinking they are still working out some kinks, the decor is very old world eclectic, the food was good, just not great yet...hoping it will get there I will return again soon to check",
"We had a great time--the atmosphere was great, service was excellent, and they made sure we had a wonderful dinner together for our anniversary. We started with the blue corn taquitos and guacamole. I love guacamole and they have one of the best. For an entree I had the Crusted strip steak and a besa salad, the steak was cooked to perfection. My wife had the grouper veracruz with tortilla soup. She is a soup fanatic and loves tortilla soup. We will definitely go back.",
"I was very excited for Besa Grill to finally open! It is sometimes hard to find great date night restaurants in the area, and this is definitely added to the list now!\n\nThe decor is really beautiful and the food was very tasty. We sampled a variety of dishes on our trip. We loved the calamari appetizer, and the pineapple guacamole was a crowd favorite! The various cocktails are very interesting (you definitely don't see a guava habanero margarita everywhere...it was delicious). I had the Nine Spiced Chicken for my entree and was very impressed with how flavorful it was. The Bolillo Plantain Bread Pudding was absolutely delicious for dessert.\n\nThe only wish I have is for a better happy hour. They offer $2 off most drinks during that time, which is nice...but isn't enough to draw me in for that purpose only.\n\nOverall, I'd recommend Besa. The food is tasty, the presentation is impressive (the plating is beautiful), and the ambiance is great! Try it out :)",
"We made reservation, but I had reservations about the prices. I was right. I don't feel we got our money's worth. Here's why: The Steak Tacos had a chintzy amount of meat, just a thin strip. The Chicken Tacos required extra salsa and cheese to get any flavor. Same for the Duck Tacos. We were in a party of 7, and nobody was blown away. The salad (Besa salad) was fine, buy I could have eaten 4 of them. They were small. The service was fairly good. Kudos for having reading glasses available for farsighted customers. We ordered Guacamole and thought it would be made fresh at our table. Instead, we got runny, wishy-washy guac without a lot of taste. Sorry Besa...which means \"kiss\" in Spanish. We are kissing any hope of a return trip, goodbye.",
"We have been waiting for a place like this to open around here, its sheek inside and foods great. My kids love their Duck tacos. They have good mango guacamole,\n if you like spicy you have to try their habanero margarita....spicy and good. We really enjoyed the crab cake, and the Rib eye with lobster mmmmm,....\n\nWe recently tried their duck nachos(my son ordered it) it was very good and its an appetizer big enough to have as your main dish. I ordered their rib-eye but was not impressed this time around,I actually fed off of my sons nachos and we still took some home.Their Habanero margarita still is one of my favorite drinks there.",
"The guacamole was Awesome!!... The ahi tuna was excellent too... My boyfriend ordered chile relleno and it was good too, just a little spicy for my taste, but he loved it...",
"I was torn on trying here due to the reviews but wow it was amazing!\n\nWe went for an early Saturday dinner about 4:00. Walked in to a nice clean modern decor with plenty of booths around the bar and a huge dining room with open and private spaces. Lovely.\n\nChose a booth at the bar and started with a Cactus Pear Maragarita ($7.00 during happy hour). Wow, this was good, ice cold glass, agave nectar, just the right amount of tequila.\n\nHubby opted to start with the Tortilla soup ($4.50) which was good and served promptly and hot (I hate lukewarm soup) It was good, but not as good as others I've had.\n\nI started with the guacamole trio trying the goat & blue cheese, the BLT and the traditional. The goat cheese and the traditional were both delicious, the BLT, eh, not my style. At $10.90 it might seem pricey but believe me it feeds 4 as an appetizer easily.\n\nTHen moved on to the Crab and Mango ceviche. Served in a half an avocado this was heaven on a plate! Doing Ceviche with crab is no easy task, it's often overdone , but it was perfect and refreshing. ($7.50)\n\nHad to try some different drinks and had the Blackberry Agave ($7.00 at HH) muddle blackberries with agave nectar and tequila, wow, delicious and not full of blackberry seeds, hmmm..wonder how they do that?\n\nHubby tried a Strawberry Lemon Mojito, ($6.90) with muddled strawberries and lemon it was like a grown up lemonade. \n\nWe then moved on to the Duck Tacos.($13.50) Oh so good, the mole sauce was delicious. Not bland like most in the area but actually had depth and flavor with a little heat. Now some of of the duck was a little chewy, like they had cooked it then tried to make it like Carnitas. I will say, only some of it was like that, other pieces were tender bits of heaven and the dish as a whole with radishes and cojita cheese was fabu!!\n\nFor a total bill of $71.00 before tip we are already planning our next visit. It's nice to know Nick cares about his business too as he responds to his negative reviews.\n\nThis is a definite repeat visit for us!!"
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"We went there for oysters and drink on a saturday afternoon. The place is a large restaurant inside a hotel on the beach. It has a wonderful view from a large patio. Perfect location for drinks and sunset watching. Unfortunately, the very loud and poorly executed live music that attacked at around 5 pm mostly ruined the experience. Whining folk music filled the patio making further conversation difficult. The very reluctant service and warm, dried out oysters did not help the experience either. Bottom line: Get some drinks and enjoy the view, but stay away from the food (the other stuff on the menu appears to be the usual american-mainstream-restaurant fare filling enormous plates with deep fried and creamy sauce drenched items).",
"Beer + grouper sandwich\n\nThat's all I can say\n\nBeer + grouper sandwich\n\nI mean, let's be honest... is there anywhere even REMOTELY good to eat on that strip of beach? This place came close. The beer was imported, good, and made me see pirates out on the outlet/bay...\n\nOh wait... that was a tourist pirate ship. Snap.",
"I don't know why anyone would complain - great view of the Gulf - good band - and the food was decent! So overall I give it 5 stars - but then maybe I am easy to please and don't post negative reviews of my competitors. Nuf said. KC Hicks",
"The food itself was pretty good; not foot stomping great, but pretty good. (We had seafood by the way ... duh!) The bar was pretty well stocked with a decent enough selection of beers; no cider though (that would have put them to five stars). Contrary to what that Mark S guy writes, the music was good; not at all loud (he must have confused this place with the one several doors to the south). Service was very snappy and our waiter was a hoot; at one point he sat down to just joke with us for a bit. And ... unbeatable sunset.",
"Fresh on the heels of a horribly bad experience at the Chart House, I went to dinner with my family to Jimmy's with low expectations. But Jimmy's turned out to be a really good experience. I ordered a burger, my wife ordered the Ahi salad. Both were very good and served in a timely manner. The live entertainment started after we finished dinner and it was very nice. All in all, the drinks were good and the food was good. We enjoyed our time at the restaurant and left in a great mood. It was a really nice dinner.",
"The Margaritaville Shrimp was quite tasty. After that, things went downhill fast (food-wise; however, the service was good). I'm not sure how a restaurant on the waterfront of the Gulf of Mexico has the nerve to serve frozen, undercooked flounder, but for the answer to that riddle you'll have to ask the management here. I typically love stuffed seafood anything, but my dinner here was bad enough that I couldn't finish it. \n\nAlso, the crowd at the bar was loud and kind of rowdy (and not in a good way). I found the behavior of some of the patrons to be distracting and disturbing.",
"I'm giving it 4 stars for the atmosphere and view.\nView is awesome. Love the outdoor patio. \nIndoor seating is available too.\n\nGreat hang out on the water. \n\nLive music. \n\nGreat bar.\n\nFood was okay-good.\n\nService was good.\n\nWe sat at the bar and had a late lunch watching the masters.\n\nWe ordered a couple beers, Cuban sandwich, and blackened grouper sandwich.\n\nCheck it out!",
"Since this restaurant was at the hotel we were staying at, The Holiday Inn and Suites Clearwater, it was convenient. We visited the first night we arrived and weren't really thrilled with our waiter. He was kind of smug and very fake and drove me nuts the whole dinner. My food was pretty good, coconut crusted shrimp and sweet potato fries, but I was really kind of disappointed with the choices on the menu; nothing really new or different.\nWe gave the restaurant one more try and were pretty late when we arrived so we quickly ordered burgers so to get our order in so we could eat. I think they had it a little confused for themselves on which waiter was waiting on our table but either way, they both beat out the guy from the first night. The burgers were just okay and kind of flavorless.\nThere seem to be a lot of locals who like this restaurant, more than likely for the views and being directly on the inlet and each night there is live music mostly done with a person playing guitar to a CD and singing along. Other than that, I don't really think they visited for the food because I had a whole lot better food at other restaurants close by.\nI may be wrong here but I wanted to mention that on the first night it seemed like the owner who was sitting at a table in the middle of the restaurant taking money from the servers right in front of us. The guy had a terrible attitude and should have been out of sight doing this. Not only did it seem like he was taking the tips but told one guy to keep a $20 and then was pocketing all the other cash. This was kind of an odd thing to be watching and should have been done in the restaurant office.",
"Lovely for a Sunday sunset! They served 1.5 lb Maine lobster (a mere $20) as we sat right over the Gulf (no beach needed when you can look down & see the fishies) and were serenaded serenely by a one-man cover band. Great vibe! Food was fair but atmosphere made it delish...plus crackn' into a lobster made me feel like a mermaid.....Splash!....Florid-ahhh....how it's suppose to be enjoyed :)",
"Ambiance was pretty kool. Menu had somewhat of a limited selection. Had the grilled Grouper sandwich that the waiter recommended. The sandwich had absolutely no flavor and was served with cold fries. $14.95 for a tasteless Grouper sandwich put me in a sour mood. Didn't really enjoy anything at \"Jimmy's\" except for the cold beer that our exceptional waiter \"Tanny\" kept full. \n\nSave your money, eat somewhere else, go there for drinks at the poolside bar."
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"Tastings is located in the Conrad hotel although it's not affiliated with it. It's been open about a month and is an interesting place. It's a wine bar with 120+ wines to taste. They use something called an \"Enomatic Tasting Machine\" for their wines. The machines preserve the condition of the open wines and allow for 2 oz tastes to be dispensed. When you arrive, the hostess directs you to the cashier where you tell them how much money you would like to put on the card you use in the machine. Once you have your card, you can sample over 100 wines with the push of a button. 2 oz tastes range in price from $2.50ish to over $30. Most are between $5 and $7.\n\nTastings also has food. Many different options for small plates, tapas & cheese platters. All pair nicely with the wine offerings. We had a yummy cheese plate (we got to pick 4 cheeses) and a flatbread pizza. I will definitely go to Tastings again to try more wine and more food.",
"In town for the weekend and we had a great time tasting all different kinds of wine and prices. The atmosphere was enjoyable and the staff were eager to assist. Be sure to ask for water and crackers if tasting many wines. We could have spent several hours there in couches or comfortable bar stools. Great place for people watching as well+ Good for Indy to have such a top-notch place.",
"If you love wine and lovely people give this a try. For two people put $20 on a card and try a couple of well thought out glasses each. Don't be shy asking the amazing staff for recommendations based on your tastes. Then buy a bottle at MARKET PRICE with a delicious cheese plate and a filet mignon pizza. We added a chilled white with a rich chocolate cake for desert. All-in-all a wonderful experience with really friendly people. For 2 wine tastings each + 2 bottles + a cheese plate, a filet pizza and an incredible desert we ended up at around $150 bucks (including a decent tip). you could do it for less but it was an exceptional night out for that price. We highly recommend it.",
"My step-mother and I went here post-Colts victory on Sunday night. We sat at the wine bar (there is a bar for the appetizer kitchen as well) and split a half-bottle of Veuve Clicquot. We also ordered a pizza, which was about 7\" inches on flatbread and quite tasty (chicken, gouda, grapes). \n\nThe bartender was friendly but distracted by friends who visited him at the bar. It was very busy, and it was not the best time for visits. He also seemed terribly unhappy, the staff members we were near all expressed some type of miserableness in working there, verbally. That always makes for an awkward dining experience.\n\nEveryone knows by now that this place allows you to pay whatever amount on a card and sample all of the wines they offer. You can even opt for a $50+ sample of Opus One if you like. We didn't sample, but, the machines are popular in Italy (where my step-mother had seen them previously) and they tell you the price of each sample and you purchase it and it shoots the sample into the wine glass you carry around with you. We watched plenty of beer-buzzed football fans stare enamored at the machines, sampling their share of wines. \n\nI took a look at their wine list, and they have the entire list organized in a book with descriptions about the winery and wine itself. You can purchase a bottle at market price, which is amazing. They had great grenaches and pinots for a mere $18 a bottle. Our half bottle of champagne was over market (I usually find it for about $30 at Kahn's) price, but, the wine's were priced accordingly. \n\nOn a side note - they serve only pizza's and cheese plates. They also offer beer and mixed drinks for those of you who might not enjoy wine but get dragged along anyway. It's a bar - 21+ only. \n\nI'd like to go back, alone or with friends, to enjoy a bottle and a cheese plate. I hope the staff is a little more content next time (unlike their co-workers at the Capital Grille who serve with style, class and humor), and I'm sure it'll be an enjoy experience more so.",
"I am NOT a whino, winer, sommelier, or whatever wine aficianados call themselves.\n\nMy wine tastes have went from ugh, how can you drink that swill, to wow thats freaking AWESOME; just in the last few years.\n\nGet a card, put some money on it, start tasting. We got there right before the place got PACKED, and sampled enough to find 4 we really liked. \n\nMy sister had brought me a bottle for thanksgiving several years i loved, and we have tried to remember what it was ever since. I called her in desperation, and she told me it was an unoaked chardonnay from New Zealand. I relayed this to our waiter, he walked to the sampler, looked, returned and said...\"try K3.\"\n\nAnd I did. Awesome. Kunde Estate 2007 Sonoma Valley. and the price was reasonable. walked away with 2 bottles to round out a few reds i liked.\n\nWe were hungry a few glasses in and ordered the mediterrean dip appetizer. Very good. We sat at the bar and watched the cooks preparing the meals.\n\nOverall a very neat concept and for an amateur a good way to figure out what one likes and dislikes.\n\nI will be back. (go during the week, when hopefully its not as busy)",
"While staying in the Conrad, I had searched out some nice places to check out while in Indianapolis for the Supercross. After the race, we walked back to the hotel, and decided to give this place a whirl with a couple friends. We were under-dressed to say the least, but were welcomed with open arms by the servers and very well taken care of. I was very pleased with the service for somewhere that is semi- \"self serve\". We got some good wine recommendations, and ended up ordering a cheese plate with a few different cheeses for the wine. We sampled a lot of different wines, and had a great time. There are some great wines to sample, and the fact that you can get bottles for market price and have them corked / chilled at your table and enjoy them there is great. Staff was very friendly, courteous, and helpful which was greatly appreciated. \n\nWe had a great time, and I've already recommended this place to friends and family both in the Indianapolis area.",
"This is the perfect spot for a wine learning experience without the intimidation of wine store snobs. It's agreat aopportnity to explore different wines on yor own, without any prodding from sales associates, etc. The servers and bartenders are super friendly too! Get a wine tasting card and explore on your own! The appetizers are also a great complement to the wine.",
"Purchase card. Insert card in machine. Push button over the wine you want. Enjoy a taste or a glass. \n\nSimple. Fun. And an engaging way to try one or more of over 100 wines that this place has being served from the Enomatic wine system. This is probably the fourth review I've done on a wine bar that has this new equipment out of Italy. \n\nIt's nice as it allows you to taste a wide range of wines and they they will sell you the bottle at a fraction of the cost of you repeatedly filling your glass up for the \"tastes\" at the machines. They also have a menu of foods to eat along with your wine but these were not sampled on the night I was there.\n\nTastings is part of a chain- other locations are in Orlando, FL, Mystic, CT, Grapevine, Texas, and Winter Park FL. This location has been open since last November and the manager let me know that it has been packed every night since then. \n\nThis location is perfect. Located in downtown Indy in the Conrad hotel- you can enjoy your wine indoors in the contemporary setting or take it outdoors to the bistro seating on the patio.\n\nWhether these \"self serve\" wine bars are a fad or will go the long haul is still up in the air. But on this night in Indy-it as fun to buy a card, mingle with some other people to see what they recommended from their tastings, and sip wine on a sultry night.",
"This is the worst restaurant I have been to in years. First, the server seemed uninterested in our party. It took forever to get a drink and order dinner. Next, the food was cold and very bland. I would definitely not eat dinner here. I guess they are going for the wine drinkers exclusively. Finally, the server spilled my beer all over me. Now I understand that accidents happen, but his attitude was very poor. When I discussed the situation with the manager, he was uninterested and became very rude. I would definitely not recommend this restaurant to anyone. It has a nice location, but that is it. Stay away.",
"If you don't like commitment, this is the perfect place for you. \n\nTastings serves up over 100 wines from the Enomatic wine system so if you are a Gemini you might want to skip this place! Located on the corner of the Conrad, Tastings is a trendy spot downtown with great outdoor space for people watching. \n\nI would recommend the cheese offerings over the other food selections on the menu. They use convection ovens and the cooked food is a bit bland."
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"\"The Chef and I\" was hired to cater my company Christmas party and in short, it was an unexpected overload of fantasteeque! Honestly, I didn't know what to expect until they started unveiling the goods. I'd gone to their website earlier that day (which is relatively out-dated looking) and braced myself for mediocrity... but when the sun went down and the vittles came out, it was a totally different story! Everyone was thrilled at the spread they cooked up on site. Very creative bites with excellent presentation. The staff was also quite charismatic and a welcome addition to our party. The highlight tho was their Chocolate Covered Strawberry Injection Bar. I was so rocked by the experience that I crowned the concept king in my Holiday Booze Cruise (drink roundup) on my blog - http://tumblr.com/ZJNWWwDmTqQW",
"I just went to a wedding rehearsal dinner last night at a friend's house and it was amazing. It was classy and the food was off the charts!",
"So after much searching, my fiancee and I found the Chef and I. So, in need of a caterer for our wedding reception we thought we would give them a chance. I am speechless... This husband and wife catering business is amazing. Chef Chris and Erica (the Chef and I respectively) take the time to ask you the right questions and listen carefully to what you, the client, want on your special day.\n\nWe were blown away with what they came up with for us for our wedding reception on a very tight budget. A delicious menu of steak, fish and chicken with the fish and steak based of 2 of my very own recipes. Seriously, they really know how to get inside your head and dig around to find out what you like and what you don't like.\n\nThe creativity they have is amazing, as everything we have tried both in their \"Getting to Know You\" gatherings and our own menu tastings has been absolutely delicious. And like me Chef Chis is a cheese addict who works magic with any food he gets his hands on.\n\nI hope to take my fiancee to their new restaurant in February for Valentine's Day.",
"Made a brunch reservation for 1230 seating. Myself, along with 5 others, sat at the exhibition counter. Food and service were impeccable. Very personable.... 4 courses......food combinations were unique and tasty. Would certainly return again.",
"Went for the Sunday Brunch and it was fabulous. My husband and I enjoyed chatting with the Chef, Chris. The food was fantastic my favorite were the scallops, while my husband's duck was very tasty too. The over all experience was very relaxing and fun. We will be going back for the Mother's Day Brunch.",
"Delicious! My husband and I went recently with 2 friends and everyone loved it. Our food was very creative and incredibly delicious.\n\nThis place is just what the Lennox Village area needs.",
"Went to the restaurant in Lennox Village for Sunday brunch. Chef Chris prepared a number of small and not so small plates right there in front of us. Chef Chris is very approachable and you can tell he really loves what he does. We had terrific food in a personable and relaxed atmosphere. Duck breast with pistachio pesto was stupid good, a simple fried chicken biscuit with candied jalapeño was one of the tastiest things I ever put in my mouth.",
"Two girlfriends and I recently went to the interactive Sunday brunch and it's the best thing we've done in a while! To say the food is amazing is an understatement!! I think it's very reasonably priced for four courses of quality food made in front of you by two really cool chefs! The service was great as well. Very friendly and funny! If I could have them prepare every meal I have from now on..I would!!!",
"So, I really don't want to put this review out there because I know that this will only increase traffic and make getting a table more difficult, but for respect to Chef Chris, I must add my two cents. This was one of the greatest meals I've ever had. Period. The smoked duck amuse buche free starter was so good we ordered more. Amazing hickory flavor! All the appetizers were intense favors . We had the meatballs with lamb and a balsamic glaze, incredible. I ordered the seared duck breast over butternut squash grits, a revelation. Unreal. Best grits I've ever had. There was not a dirty plate amongst the four of us. We actually had to order bread special to sop up the sauces and left over juices. Two words: amazing, amazing!",
"Quite easily one of the best restaurants in Nashville.\n\nOnce you walk in, you can tell that this place is not like most. \"Chef and I\" lives up to its name. We say at the \"kitchen bar\" and were so glad we did. The chef and sous are cooking in sight of all the patrons. They are hilarious and have great personalities.\n\nThe menu is ridiculous (good). After watching all the meals being expertly prepared and toiling over the menu for ten minutes, we had finally decided. Chef Chris made me fall in love with duck again and the filet was to die for.\n\nDefinitely a repeat performer. Service from our waitress was extremely lacking, but the attention from the front-end manager, chef, and sous made up for it."
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"M&M's has expanded into the neighboring suite since the last time I ate there. It's good southern/soul food.\nTonight I had the barbecue combination platter. It was a spare rib, chicken and a hot link. I got the red beans and rice as a side. \nThe spare rib was a little off tonight, otherwise I probably would have given it a four-star review. The drum stick wasn't that great either, but the thigh was pretty tasty and I liked the link a lot.\nThey've got a lot of choices for sides, too. I normally get the black eyed peas for decided to go with the red beans and rice tonight. They have some new dishes as well. They now have alligator, which is seasonal, and a gumbo. That will be worth trying in the future. They also have chitterlings. I'm going to have to work my courage up to try pig intestines. They still have frog's legs on the menu.\nTheir fried chicken is probably the best in town. There's something about the seasoning that's so right. \nThe restaurant is on Mill Street in a strip mall that begins on Terminal Way. Ignore the map on Yelp. It's a half block off.",
"I grew fond of this place when I used to work just down the street from it. (I actually worked in the office building the star on the google map represents).\n\nThe best red beans and rice I've had in town. The catfish (planks, not nuggets) is my go-to item. I haven't tried their bbq. I did have the smoothered pork chops one day for lunch, as it was the special, and they were delicious.\n\nOn the minuses, it feels a little spendy to me (though I'm usually willing to pay the couple extra bucks for the unique taste), and the service can be hit-or-miss in terms of speed.",
"I could make a meal out of just greens and sweet potatoes from this place. They are GOOD! I like the home-style fried chicken, the fried catfish, and the barbecued pork offerings. I really should try some of their other side dishes, but I like the greens too much. The sweet potato pie is delicious, too.",
"M&M Fish and Chicken Shack wouldn't win a beauty contest.\nNot the phenomenally unattractive pink strip mall it's situated in,\nnot the slightly-run-down dining area\nnot the school-lunch plates they serve the dinners on.\n\nBut oh wow -- yum! My favorites are the spicy catfish (fried to a perfect crispness, and all succulent inside) and the greens. I wish I could cook them like that. They do indeed have lots of sides, including some that aren't on the menu board -- be sure to ask. On my last visit I tried the fried okra.\n\nI hear the sweet potato pie is to die for; we don't usually have room for dessert. We love the peach cobbler, although it sure doesn't look like it'd taste so good (just like everything else here....)",
"I haven't had Gumbo this good since I lived in Louisiana! I would have gave 5 stars but the Alligator was overcooked and tough. Everything else was PERFECT.",
"A friend recommended this place for good ribs and BBQ. It's a small place close to the Hilton. Nothing fancy. I would give the ribs 3 stars as they were good. Not quite the fall off the bone that I usually go for. The catfish rated a 4 star for me. I haven't had a lot of fried catfish, but I thought it was really good. I really liked the fried chicken and would rate it at a 4 star. My wife and I split the sampler and wished we would have gotten more chicken than 3 chicken wings. Potato salad was good. Overall I thought it was a bit expensive for a sampler and two drinks as it cost around 18 bucks. Overall I give the place 3 stars.",
"This opened this week and is the sister restaurant to M&M's on Mill Street. It's in the location that most recently was Spubistro, a stuffed potato place I liked but did not eat at often enough. It's right next door to Pizza Hut.\nI got the rib and chicken combo and I liked it. The chicken was pretty much smaller chicken pieces that had been fried. The coating didn't taste as good as the Mill Street location. The ribs were spare ribs and were heavily coated in sauce. \nThe side was red beans and rice and was excellent. Best in the area.\nI don't like sweet potatoes but the sweet potato pie looked pretty tasty.\nRight now the hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, closed Sunday.",
"We stopped in late afternoon on a weekday. There was one other table in the joint besides us, so really how good could this place really be? Red Kool Aid,& sweet tea, and fried Orka is what we started with... Probably one of the tasiest orka I have ever eaten. a must! We also ordered a sampler (fish, chicken, ribs), chicken dinner and a shrimp po boy. Everything was good, po boy was excellent.. Chicken was nice and juicy! Staff was super friendly!!! I definitly be a regular here!",
"The best southern food in Reno, the fried catfish and okra are to die for.",
"The original M&M's on Mill Street closed about two or three months ago. That leaves this as the only location.\nThe good news is they have upgraded the chicken offered. Before they offered chicken wings here but now they offer a wing, a thigh and a drumstick with a chicken dinner.\nAnd of course a great selection of southern dishes for sides.\n\nUPDATE:\nI tried the hamburger, which they boast is the best in the area. It's better than McDonald's but it's a pretty ordinary hamburger. The French fries are thick and soft, for people who like them that way.\nI also got a basket of deep fried Okra and that was awesome. Quite tasty. I wish they would let you substitute deep fried okra for the fries with the hamburger."
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"When you walk in this place the aroma is enough to make your mouth water. Their muffins (especially the cute mini ones...chocolate cheesecake? Yes PLEASE!) are AWESOME and the bagels too! I had a sandwich there on one of their bagels and it was great, perfectly toasted and plenty of food. They have smoothies too which is definitely what I am getting next time. Don't pass this place by!",
"This is one of my favorite breakfast and lunch places in LOL. I love the veggy sandwich on a bagel. The mini muffins are also to die for. Props for this walk in wonder.",
"This place is so gd. The bagels are very tasty. The bagel sandwich was so good. and my turtle iced latte was to die for. We went on a saturday, and all the seats were packed. They also have a nice set up to eat outside, and you can bring your dog with you too. The place is packed but there service is good and fast, and their food is yummy. The one thing that makes me think I won't be there all the time is that the prices can be a little bit more expensive. i'll go sometimes. Their bagels and cream cheese are so so gd and great selection. Their sandwiches are great. I am not always a sandwich type of person but I will go here for them when I am in the mood for one.",
"I love Big Apple Bagels!! I've been coming here since they opened. Big fan! They have great specials, wonderful sandwiches, fast service and great staff. You can eat inside or outside under an umbrella. They are always busy. If you're in the LOL's area you've got to stop by.",
"My boyfriend (who's from New York absolutely loves bagels)and I just discovered this awesome place. Our new favorite breakfast restaurant! Bagels are so fresh and tasty. Home made cream cheese is a plus. Staff is very friendly! We will be back for sure!! We've already been twice this week! :-)",
"A lot of our before work meetings wind up occurring at Big Apple Bagels. I'm okay with that. I enjoy their extensive selection of bagels, which are only slightly more expensive than Publix but have many more flavors to choose from. Everything from seasonal, to savory, to fruity to sweet. You want it, Big Apple Bagels probably has it. What I don't like about the bagels is the cost of their toppings. If you want anything other than a plain bagel, you are going to have to pay. Cream cheese, guacamole, peanut butter, you get it, it nearly doubles your bagel price. I'm not getting a whole tub here, I just want a scoop. Big Apple Bagels also offers a number of unique bagel sandwiches that are perfect for breakfast or lunch. My friends swear by them, I have yet to try one. \n\nAlso on the menu are muffins. Just like the bagels, these come in many different flavors. They are served big (or mini) and are made with soybean oil instead of butter or margarine. This location offers a special on Wednesdays as their muffin prices are reduced. That's usually when i find a blueberry one with my name on it.\n\nThe fact that Big Apple Bagels offers specials everyday of the week, more than makes up for the extra money you need to shell out to top your bagel. \n\nThe low down: Good bagels with lots of flavors, great muffins, daily specials.",
"They make the beat bagels hands down. Unfortunately the lace con leche was not up to par. But I will definitely be back for more bagels!",
"This is such a great little breakfast spot! I love how they have so many selections for bagels and cream cheese. \n\nWhen you arrive you place your order and move along the line to pay at the end. It's kind of intimidating if you don't know what you want to order because I felt like I didn't have much time to decide, but that's probably because I am terrible at making decisions when I want everything I see! I ordered my bagel and cream cheese and made my way to the register. I also ordered a coffee. They gave me a number to bring to my table and they would bring the bagel out to me when it was ready. While I was waiting I filled up my coffee cup (such good coffee) and by the time I got back to the table my bagel was there! \n\nThe only downer is that they gave me so much cream cheese so I had to scrape some off and leave it on the side. To some people that might not be an issue, but I kind of wanted to taste the bagel. \n\nOverall, this is a great bagel spot and you won't be disappointed in the food or coffee!",
"Love Big Apple Bagels! The sesame bagel with their veggie cream cheese is my fav. They have a great selection, and the muffins are great too. Good for breakfast or lunch. Just wish they were open later! :)",
"The food at Big Apple Bagels is out of this world phenomenal. The owners of this small business are friendly and call you by name. I regularly stop in here to grab coffee and a sandwich. Definitely try the cheesecake muffin!!! It's to die for."
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"This is truly bangin'!!! You have to try it to believe it. Make sure you're hungry because they give you a lot.",
"The food gods were definitely shining upon us as we were serendipitously introduced to our new favorite food cart....scratch that, new favorite lunch spot in Philly. If you're looking for a quick lunch spot, this one hits all the elements. Generous potion sizes, reasonably priced and most importantly, the quality of the food is what elevated my rating to 5 stars. The curry was outstanding. It had the perfect balance of savory and spiciness that I look for and the katsu was phenomenal. The pork katsu had the perfect crunch and juiciness. Combine that with the picked veggies and it's a winning combo. I am on pins and needles waiting to try the chicken katsu and I was also told they will be rolling out new menu items in the near future. The Japanese chef and his partner were more than hospitable and they are a welcome addition to Washington ave and my palate. I salute you Bangin' Curry Franklin. They got something special here. \n\nPS. They have Japanese soda!",
"Bangin Curry has delicious food. The Japanese curry and special fries were seasoned to perfection. The presentation was impeccable and rivaled 4 star restaurants. If you are in the area, this food truck is a must visit. 1st food truck of it's kind in South Philly to offer Japanese curry.",
"Their food was so delicious!! Definitely a new ball game when it comes to originality because there's nothing like it. Their food is unique, different and definitely amazing.",
"Food is fresh, the spices are on point and deep fried chicken or pork would probably be the hardest decision you would have to make. All I got to say is: Try it yo' It's Bangin yo!",
"Now this...this place...this place is something to get hype about.\n\nI've been using Yelp for years and have been to a great many restaurants without ever writing a single review.. but this little cart compelled me. I was fortunate enough to have lived in Japan for four months thanks to Temple's study abroad program, and I fell in love with the curry there. Fast-forward two years and I'm on the impossible quest to find an authentic, high-quality Japanese curry that doesn't break the bank (there's a great spot in NYC but it's 16+ dollars per plate!) and that doesn't ultimately let me down. I had all but given up hope until I found this newly opened cart only a few blocks from my house. Cue hype.\n\nI'll just get straight to it: \n\nThe curry is incredible. Rich, meaty (this cart incorporates chunks of beef into its curry, something incredibly rare to find in the states even though it's technically traditional), hearty (chunks of delicious cooked potato and carrot) and just a hint of sweet. The rice was cooked perfectly. The fresh pickled vegetables provided a welcome acidity. The pork katsu..oh man... the pork katsu. Honestly beats out even some of my favorite curry spots IN JAPAN. Seasoned just right and tender even through being fried. This is the real deal. Everything is scratch-made and meticulously cared for, all the way down to the tonkatsu sauce. I can't sing this place's praise's enough.\n\nAfter some friendly chatter and discovering that we're all Temple alumni, I was fortunate enough to receive their furikake fries as well, and these things were bonkers. I didn't expect to like them nearly as much as I did, even though I do love furikake. I just never expected what is traditionally considered a basic Japanese rice seasoning to elevate standard shoe-string french fries in such a way..I could have inhaled them forever.\n\nSeriously. Eat here. \n\nMy only issue is that because they are only open on Friday's and Saturday's.. I'lll be tempted to eat here every single week. Wait..is that even an issue?\n\nLooking forward to coming back for as long as they're around.",
"I had a great experience at Bangin' Curry Franklin \n\nThe food was delicious with exciting flavors and textures, the portions are substantial and the guys that run the truck are very welcoming and friendly.\n\nThis place is a must stop in Philly!",
"Banging Curry Franklin opened a month ago, for now, choosing a very random location to serve Grad Hospital on the Fridays and Saturdays. The menu offers just pork or chicken katsu over rice ($9.50) as well as fries. The plates are big and come with pickled veggies. The chicken and pork aren't so distinguishable- both are moist and quite fried well with a crispy panko breading that stands up to a few block walk to a suitable eating location. The thinner curry sauce wasn't totally packed with flavor but yet I didn't feel like it needed much more.\n\nThe furikake topping on the fries made them taste like the essence of sushi, totally addicting.\n\nCall ahead to avoid a wait.",
"I'm a sucker for a good food truck, and this gem does not disappoint. First off, you gotta love their name, Bangin' Curry Franklin. Secondly, and most importantly, you gotta love their food. The Japanese curry rice with your choice of chicken or pork katsu is accompanied with pickled veggies--it's an extraordinary dish. Also, do yourself a big favor and order the furikake fries--they're addictively delicious; oh, and say \"yes\" to the sauce. This labor of love from two Temple University alums is well worth a quick trip to Washington Avenue for some fabulous takeaway food.\n\nLesson for the day: Furikake (pronounced foo-ree-kah-kay) is a dry Japanese seasoning which typically consists of a mixture of dried and ground fish, sesame seeds, chopped seaweed, sugar, and salt. I have no idea what ingredients make up Bangin' Curry Franklin's version, but it's ever so good.",
"Stopped by here to get some food and wow their fries are good. A nice wasabi flavored mayo with sprinkles of seaweed and seasoning. A box full of them for $5 is such a steal. Come stop by here and say hello to the two friendly owners of this little business."
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"This place is really good. The new location is bigger and well laid out. Lots of places to sit, a huge, community-table (make a new friend), and some side seating make it comfortable.\n\nI've only had a couple of food items, but each was good.\n\nOn the coffee front, they roast their own beans here and i think they're doing a very good job. The beans are oily enough to take a medium to dark roast well, without any char or sooty flavor. Their medium roasts retain some sweetness and acidity.\n\nI've found the staff to be friendly and personable.",
"mamas javas employees are always so rude. i will not recommend this place to anyone.i walked in to pick up a to go order, no one said a word to me, and the three people behind the counter carried on their own conversation... i had to say hello first, and didnt know who to hand my money to. also, my panini was dry, tasteless and just bad. for 10$ i cant believe how overpriced they are. my friends have had the same bad experiences there. :/",
"Wonderful little place to relax and have coffee and lunch with a friend. I really like the laid back atmosphere. Their chai lattes are really good.",
"Awesome customer service and awesome place to relax and grab a cup of coffee. My family comes all the time and loves the Donny and Marie breakfast sandwich.",
"This review is for coffee, period.\n\nI think a coffee shop should be first evaluated for its flagship enterprise, coffee! \n\nThis boutique roaster offers a full gamut of drinks. I opted for the \"mamas house roast drip\" for my inaugural visit. It was perfect. \n\nThe deep rich flavor of this dark roast danced on my tongue the way a cup of delight should. The balance full flavor with low acidity was a great way to show love to your tongue and pick up mental boost.\n\nI can't wait to try their other drink offerings and their food. Based on their flagship, I'm assuming it's all good. \n\nIf I evaluated this place as a \"coffeeshop\" it would have earned three stars because the hard seating options prevent this from being a place where I would hang out. \n\nWhat's really impressive is there coffee is the most affordable boutique roasted around. ($12 for a pound!)",
"Stopped in with a group of friends for a post-workout snack. I was surprised to find great healthy options rather than just normal coffee house fare - muffins, scones, etc. I had a roll-up which consisted of a wheat wrap, almond butter, honey, banana and granola. It was great.\n\nAnd of course I got a form of coffee - a Carmel macchiato and it was on point.\n\nService was great a lot of folks seemed to know the owner which was a good sign of customer loyalty. Decor was cute and had a good number of tables and bar seating.\n\nGreat new location!",
"Great little coffee shop. Had a very good Americano. Plenty of parking, and seating indoors. They have some great food options as well. I will most definitely repeat.",
"Love their brunch on Sunday. Everything was fresh. Eggs were made to order. I had the omelet with spinach, onions, mushrooms, and cheese. Go early there is a Ruch right after church service. Service was a bit slow but friendly. Owner was there to greet all tables.",
"How does anyone pass this place up to go to any other coffee shop?! This place is cute, clean and friendly!! \nI went on a Thursday morning around 9am to work on some emails. It was quiet and the service was outstanding!!! The girls working were friendly and helpful. They helped me make my food decision and it was spot on!! My iced white mocha was perfectly made and the muffin was delicious. \nThe girls working walked around a few times to ensure everyone was doing okay and enjoying their drinks. \nThis could definitely become my new go to spot for coffee and working!",
"The coffee was wonderful and they roast and flavor on site. We even were able to get a quick lesson from the Roast Master. \n\nThey have an amazing variety of flavors and they are organic. The staff was super friendly. The breakfast we had was yummy too. \n\nNolensville is lucky to have it!"
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"Overall, B & C's Hideout is a solid bar/restaurant nestled inside a small town.\n\nThe menu is full of traditional bar bites and sandwiches, all aptly-named to correspond with the Bonnie & Clyde theme, but I found even the most common of dishes to have a twist that made them specific to the Hideout. For example, I ordered the sweet potato fries and instead of throwing them on the plate as a replacement to the traditional fry, they sprinkled them with sugar and gave them a flavor all their own.\n\nFor my meal, I ordered the breaded tenderloin which I found to be one of the better tenderloins to grace my plate in quite some time. The breading was a delicious blend of corn meal, spices, and flour which made it exceptionally crispy while the meat was a nice balance of tender-thinness and juicy-goodness.\n\nOur service was prompt and the prices stellar. Our party of six each ordered a meal, we split a few appetizers, several ordered salad, and at least three adult beverages were purchased all for $75!\n\nIt definitely makes for a nice change of pace in the small town of New Palestine, IN and I will definitely be back if I am ever looking for traditional american fare when I am passing through.\n\nYelp! Insider's Tip: I'm told that the main dining area can get extremely noisy during peak times so if a bar table is available, grab it!",
"Stopped in here on our way through town. Loved the theme - very cute. Food was very good and QUICK! Great service. We had sweet potato fries that were fantastic. We both had variations on steak sandwiches. Both were great. Excellent horseradish dip that came with. Inexpensive, nice wait staff, and solid food. No complaints here!",
"Came in to eat a few nights ago....food was pretty good but if you want to be in a restaurant that is pretty much run by teenagers, I guess this is the place to be! Tried to pay with a large bill and the poor little girl had to go find another server who could get her enough change to give back to me. Seems like there is no one in charge, pretty frustrating!",
"One word Greasy! My kids chicken fingers left a layer of grease on their hands they couldn't even eat them. No way to feel good after eating here.",
"New Palestine is not known for anything out of the ordinary, until now. We met a friend for lunch here.....she had been a couple of times before and highly recommended it.\n\nThe decor is pretty cool, with the Bonnie and Clyde theme, Not overdone, not too cute, just right.\n\nBut one doesn't go to a restaurant for the decor, bottom line, it's all about the food.\n\nI chose the breaded tenderloin, and, while it's not the best breaded tenderloin I've ever had...I do believe it's the best one in Hancock county. The breading is spectacular and doesn't get soggy. The meat appears to be fresh, not frozen. I chose onion rings as my side, and they were absolutely fantastic! WELL worth the trip here for them.\n\nHolly had a Tuscan chicken sandwich and absolutely raved about it. For her side, it was sweet potato fries, and they, also, were amazing.\n\nThe service was stellar, and the price was reasonable. We'll be back.\n\nOne caveat....with the restaurant fills up, it tends to get a bit loud. They could use a little sound baffling here.",
"Even though I realize deep fried foods aren't particularly healthy I have not had a bad item at B&C's and have been there on four different occasions. The stuffed peppers are red peppers that are stuffed with cream cheese and are awesome. My favorite thing about the place is the clever way they name the menu items to correlate with bank robberies and jail! I've had the steak sandwich, the fish basket, the grilled chicken sandwich and the breaded tenderloin and truly cannot say which of them I liked best - they were all great. The sweet potato fries and onion rings are awesome. Definitely worth making a trip towards New Palestine!",
"Great service and decent bar, food is mediocre at best.",
"I've been coming to Bonnie and Clyde's for a long time. Tenderloin sandwich with sweet potato fries. Mammon good. The atmosphere is family oriented with friendly servers. My daughter swears the Chicken fingers are the best. Good food at a decent price.",
"We visited on a Saturday night with my wife and teen age son. We had a fish sandwich, hamburger, and breaded tenderloin. Everyone was happy with their sandwich. I had the tenderloin, which was outstanding. I love tenderloins and this was as good as they get. Fresh, hand-breaded in the restaurant, and not beaten so thin that you lose the flavor of the pork. The pork in this sandwich was 3/8 to 1/2 thick and still twice the size of the bun. The breading was light and it was fried properly. It wasn't too greasy. Almost perfect. The onion rings were very good. Our server, Shelby, was nice, attentive, and efficient. All the entrees with one side were about $9 each. Very reasonable. We'll be back.",
"If your tastes run to classic deep fried fare, then B&C's Hideout Restaurant is definitely the place for you. Although, if you want to keep your veins and arteries healthy and avoid a trip to your cardiologist before the age of fifty, you'd only visit once in a great while. Still, since B&C's is extremely popular, it just goes to show what a great many Hoosiers enjoy eating the most, maybe it's a comfort food thing.\n\nThe restaurant is very clean and the service is great, but the food and flavors are predictable, the tenderloin being a very pleasant exception (it is what I'll order if I ever return there).\n\nOh, and lest I forget, do not expect to have a draft beer with your tenderloin, because while there is a pub they only serve bottled or canned beer.\n\nIn summary: Order the tenderloin."
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"Great lunch special! The place is clean and the staff is friendly. Sushi was fresh. I had a spicy salmon roll and a salmon avocado roll and both were good. The miso soup was nice too.\nSo glad to finally have a sushi spot in Affton!",
"This place is amazing!! Presentation was beautiful, flavor was on point, water glass never empty, great prices, wonderful service, relaxing atmosphere, plus it's only 3 min from my house!!! Will be back for sure!!",
"Sushi was excellent! Everything tasted flavorful and fresh. The prices were reasonable and the menu had more to offer than just sushi. I will be coming back to try their kimchi fried rice . The decor inside the restaurant was also great. It has a very relaxing atmosphere. Overall, it was a great experience.",
"Amazing sushi. From a LA sushi snob I would highly recommend. Amazing presentation and very high quality fish.",
"Excellent fresh and delicious food! Clean and great service. We will return every time we are back in town! We can't wait to try everything on the menu!",
"Trying the new Sushi Hana on Gravois. So good we ate our boat of sushi in 11 mins . We're not even embarrassed. Give this place a try! It's A M A Z I N G",
"The best sushi restaurant in St. Louis is in Affton. Yeah, I'm surprised too, but there's no sense burying the lead. Sushi Hana is the most authentic, flavorful, friendly, welcome addition to the St. Louis food scene in forever. Great news for Afftonites like me, because I usually have to burn some gas or brave some traffic to get to great food. No more. Hallelujah!\n\nMy wife and I saw a couple of stellar reviews of this new, tiny sushi place at 8809 Gravois Rd, and we were hopeful but dubious. I'm a 30-year sushi devotee and she's spent a good deal of time in Japan, so we usually end up hitting Bob's Seafood and making our own. But we figured we'd give it a chance, so we went there for lunch. An hour later, we couldn't stop smiling, and couldn't believe our fantastic luck. God has finally smiled upon Affton. \n\nWe were delighted to have the chef greet us in Japanese, and gaining even more hope when the woman who brought our drinks (Sapporo, of course) spoke only Japanese, with just enough English to be polite. Despite their terrific-seeming lunch specials, we ordered off the a la carte menu: Salmon Avocado Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll, and several pieces of Nigiri, including Albacore (Shiromaguro), BBQ Eel (unagi), Fatty Tuna (toro), and Squid (Ika). We were welcomed with complimentary and delicious miso soup, which included tofu, mushrooms, and just the right amount of seaweed and miso. Things were looking bright. \n\nOur order came arrayed on a lovely wooden bridge, and again included a couple of complimentary items from the chef, including the most delicious albacore I've ever had. From item to item we went, each dish more delicious than the last. By the time we'd tasted everything, we couldn't believe what was happening. We simultaneously agreed: This is the best sushi we've ever had in St. Louis, hands down. Tokyo on Lindbergh, not even close. Nobu, no way. In fact neither of us can think even now of better sushi we've had, ever, anywhere (excluding her time in Japan). This sushi barely wanted a touch a soy sauce, so much exciting flavor did each piece boast (though their wasabi and ginger were delightful even in tiny amounts). \n\nWhat I most want to get across here is how every bite, EVERY item, was so, so flavorful. Hana Sushi's chef uses a combination of the choicest ingredients and some personal slicey-dicey magic to create, if I haven't mentioned this, THE BEST SUSHI I'VE EVER HAD. I'm hesitant to write this review, because I plan to go back a few times a week and don't like to wait (which on this visit we didn't; our order was ready shortly after our soup was finished). But good news must be shared. \n\nA couple of caveats to those raised on Missouri sushi: This isn't sushi with flavored mayo sprayed across it, and the portions aren't gas-station-sized. This is the real thing, with the best ingredients. Even the sesame seeds on the Spicy Tuna Roll were bursting with that delicious sesame flavor. The good news is that by the time my wife and I left, we couldn't stop smiling, were feeling that dreamy feel that comes with an amazing meal, and we couldn't imagine eating again today, all of which came to $43, including 2 large Sapporo beers at $7 each. \n\nSushi Hana has only been there for two weeks. My advice is to get there immediately, as many times as possible, before Ian Froeb at the P-D and the RFT Best of St. Louis make it impossible to get a table.",
"My husband and I LOVED this place! Since moving from the city, we have struggled to find our \"go to\" places in the area that aren't chains. This place will now be on our date night list!! The ambience is clean, bright and the booths are cozy. Service was attentive and friendly. But the real test was the food, obviously. So tasty! We both had the lunch special. Seaweed salad was perfection and the rolls were delicious. Sushi rice was cooked nicely--not too chewy or mushy and the flavors were on point. I was so nicely surprised by this restaurant on every level. Please overlook the parking situation (not a lot of spots and right on gravois) and go support this gem of a place! So thankful to have a quality, charming restaurant come to our neck of the woods!",
"Sushi Hana was delicious! The decor was really cute and the staff was extremely nice. They offered their lunch special on the weekends. Two sushi rolls with soup or salad. I also had the crab Rangoon. It came with a yummy spicy dipping sauce.",
"I am pleasantly surprised! When I heard that a sushi place was opening up in Affton I didn't have very high expectations, but with it being 0.7 miles up Gravois from my house I figured I'd give it a shot. There's not much to look at on the outside (and parking is kind of tricky) but inside is adorable and incredibly clean. The staff is amazing - very friendly and attentive - and the menu has plenty of offerings. My friend and I both got the lunch specials (2 rolls with soup or salad) and shared an order of crab rangoon. All of the rolls tasted fresh and her spicy tuna rolls were actually spicy, something that I've had a hard time finding from other Asian restaurants in the area. The crab rangoon had a fair amount of meat in them and the sauce had a good bite as well. We were brought complimentary pineapple for dessert (which was very kind) otherwise we would've tried some of the ice creams. The best part is we only spent $34! I hope they keep this momentum; we'll definitely be back."
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"Excellent tacos in Brandon. Nothing fancy and instead of a bus it is a step van. I cannot recommend anything on the menu except for the steak tacos. I cannot bring myself to try anything else. Been coming here for about two months and the crowd is slowly building as word gets out.",
"De-freaking-licious! I'm from California where we have great Mexican food and my Fiancé and I have been checking out recommended places like Taco Bus and California Taco to try and find that piece of home, and let me tell you...THIS.IS.IT! Seasoned, marinated and tender meat tacos with good old onion and cilantro. \nThey have other good stuff too, but those tacos...mmm :0)",
"My husband and I love Chicken and Taco Loco. We have probably eaten there 7 times in the past month. I have actually been twice in one day. The taco's are amazing.",
"I've had the tacos and gorditas...filled with carnitas, carne asada, and carne al pastor...ALL amazing!",
"I'm a hardcore foodie and I've lived in the mecca of foodies in Manhattan .... I highly recommend this place to all my fellow foodies out there...there is a long wait after you order but the food is worth the wait... what an explosion of flavor..... flower taco is the right move",
"We're regulars and used to good food truck food (recently from Brooklyn) and this is hands down the best Mexican we've had since we've moved back to Florida. I grew up in brandon and wish we had this back in the 90s! The chicken taco loco with pork is the best, but big and very heavy, so you can definitely share. Try the horchata as well, refreshing and delicious. Another favorite is the gordita. We love this place- it's a brandon jewel.",
"Excellent authentic Mexican. Barbacoa taco, steak torta, chorizo chalupa, all perfectly executed. Best Mexican food I've had in Tampa Bay.",
"We've searched for YEARS for authentic Mexican food in Tampa FL...this is hands down the best Mexican food in Tampa!!",
"This is the best and most authentic Mexican food in the area. The tacos are slammin! I've tried them all. The roasted chicken was ok, but the tacos are incredible.",
"Wow! I can't believe I've been driving by this place all this time without stopping. By far the best Mexican food I've had in Florida. I have a disability that's made it difficult to cook for my kids. We've exhausted carry out in the area. A gem of gluten free food! The meat was of high quality. The gordita was amazing. My daughter got fajitas and the box was packed with chicken breast. We got glass bottles of coke, all for $19. There is a small charge if you use a credit card."
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"Chick-Fil-A is a delicacy where I live. I believe there is only one location in the entire San Diego county. So I always aim to get my fried chick-on at least once when visting the CLW.\n\nThe grub is pretty much like any one of the stores: good seasoned chicken (thin coating unlike KFC), waffle fries, and a plethora of dippin' sauces. What I found notable about this location is:\n- Extremely clean and well-managed\n- Diet Dr. Pepper on tap!\n- The men's bathroom had mouthwash and lotion. Never have i seen a fast food restaurant that had that. Who's got two thumbs and no chicken-stank-breath? THIS GUY!",
"Wow.\nSuper friendly staff... they will bring your food to you (We noticed them doing so to other patrons. We waited for our food at the counter.) They pass by while you're eating and ask how everything is, and if they can refill your drinks as well. Definitely not your typical fast food restaurant. \n\nThe food was great!\nI got the #4: Spicy Chicken fillet sandwich; it came with lettuce, tomato, & your choice of pepperjack, provolone, or american cheese. I chose pepperjack. The chicken was very moist & juicy, very tender, and just the right amount of breading. The side of waffle fries were cooked to perfection. . I chose Sweet Tea with a side of lemon. Fresh brewed yummy goodness.\n\nMy friend ordered the chicken ceaser salad. It was HUGE. She couldn't even eat it all, & wound up taking more than half of it home. \n\nI forgot to go look in the bathroom, probably because I had no need to go. The restaurant was super clean, with staff floating around every which way - so although I know what \"assuming\" means... I can only assume the bathrooms were clean as well.\n\nThe place is very family friendly. They had flyers (stacked neatly on the counter) for a children's event to be held there... a Silly Band party. How cute! The kids can go exchange bands, get new ones, play games, eat, & have fun.",
"I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE!!\n\nThis location is very convinient for me and I come here whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner! The staffs are usually very nice and helpful. The quality of their food is excellent, always consistent and fresh! \n\nThey have some board games inside and my husband and I just hang out at the restaurant for hours playing monopoly or something.",
"Chick-Fil-A is amazing.Growing up in South Florida, Chick-Fil-A always had a stigma as a food court place at the malls. That alone dissuaded me from giving it a shot. Seeing free standing stores here (and my girlfriend giving the thumbs up), gave me reason enough to check it out. Boy have I been missing out!\n\nAnyhoo, this location has an oober friendly staff. Always clean dining environment. AND (my personal favorite) board games! That's a nifty niche they've got going on with that location. :)",
"I miss fast food from Florida. I hate Washington fast food. Chik-fil-a is not perfect but it beats McDonalds.",
"Best chick fil a ever. Great service and fast service. Always nice people there. Highly recommended!",
"Always have amazing service. Kids play area is great for them to unwind a bit.",
"The vehicle entrance to this Chick-Fil-A is a little strange to say the least. You basically have to drive all the way around the restaurant to enter it.\n\nAs expected this Chick-Fil-A delivered an excellent Char-grilled Chicken sandwich and some waffle fries. The meal was excellent and the staff here clearly has a good head on their shoulders. You could tell that this place was well run, just by the teamwork of the staff.\n\nI did notice that they had board games at this location...I didn't have time for that since I was headed back to the beach. Nice touch though Chick-Fil-A!\n\nIf you have to grab a bite quick...this place is a step above your run of the mill \"fast food\". They could be the most consistent restaurant chain in the nation...I've never had a bad experience at a CFA.",
"Great chicken sandwich. Love this place",
"Politics aside, the quality is a step above any other fast food joint. Both the service (polite staff!) and the chicken itself is great. Of course all Chik-fil-a are shut on Sundays so the craving seems to be the strongest then."
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"While the menu is hardly extensive, it covers a good range of what most people would get at a Thai restaurant, with good serving sizes and a low price to boot. The noodles and curries were tasty-- while not mind-blowing, it's not something I expect for the price range or locale. All in all, a good neighborhood place to grab a quick bite.",
"At last! A decent thai place in the Central West End!\nS.O. and I were super excited when we stumbled onto this place while attempting to go to Green Bean (sorry Green Bean... next time!)\n\nThai 202 just opened up 2 days ago in the space formerly belonging to Audi-K's.\n\nMenu is has all the standards you expect at a Thai restaurant from all the curries (green to panang), several Pads (see-ew, prik, thai, etc), fried rices, appetizers (including papaya salad) and soups. \n\nThere are certain dishes S.O. and I measure Thai restaurants by: Pad Thai, Green curry, and Pad See Ew.\n\nThis time around we ordered the Pad Thai and Green Curry. We also ordered a Thai Ice Tea.\n\nEverything was very flavorful, and these dishes already put this above all of the Thai places in the Delmar Loop. Green curry rivaled the one from Blue Elephant and had less oil (yay!)\n\nOne thing Thai 202 could benefit (in accordance to my tastebuds, but perhaps not everyone's) is to dial a little back on the sweet. If they could use a little less sugar they would be 5 star in my opinion.\n\nThings coming in the future for Thai 202: Delivery and Bubble Tea!\nOwner? (I think he was the owner... nice elderly man at the cash register) said delivery could be upcoming in a week or so depending on the order size and location of delivery.\n\nEventually will take credit cards, but as just opening, only takes cash at the moment.\n\nBubble tea is also forthcoming (as evidence by the plasticized models in the window).\n\nBottom line: Decent thai food in an area that has sorely needed it.",
"Very good!!! A little disorganized but they just opened. Staff was very friendly and they food came out super fast! I can't wait until they deliver, which I was told will be in a few weeks. This place makes a much better addition to the CWE than the hot dog place( the previous tenants ).",
"I wanted to like Thai 202 but food wasn't good. The pad see ew, which is usually a safe bet anywhere, tasted off. I hope these were just opening weekend jitters and I will eat there again when they hit their stride.\n\nAlso, it was expensive--particularly for a place that seems focused on takeout.",
"I visited this restaurant yesterday to place a to go, what an awful experience this was. I ordered veggie noodle; which to my dismay only had 3 veggies. I requested 2 other veggies be added and the cashier told me they didn't have either of them, when I could clearly see on the menu board they had...Finally, she understood my request and charged me extra for what I requested. When I got home, I realized the 2 added ingredients were not in my dish and it was more soup than anything. We also ordered orange chicken stir fry; it was orange slices, steamed rice and a few pieces of chicken with orange glaze. When I called the restaurant explaining my discontent; the owner said to me and I quote, \"what do you want me to do, you were requesting things we could not handle.\" His comment regarding the orange chicken stir fry; \"it's listed as stir fry, but it doesn't come that way\".....My comment back to him was to change his attitude and perhaps he'll be in business a little longer...This place is an over rated, want to be more than the corner walk up \"rice house\". I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone...It was horrible and certainly not traditional Thai.",
"This place is awesome!!! The food is great and FRESH!!! I've eaten there four times in two weeks and I'm going back today!!!! Great job Thai 202!",
"I ordered the kee mao pork. The bf ordered lo mein. Both were delicious. My kee mao pork was flavorful and spicy; I loved the eggs pieces. And, apparently, they have BOBA! So excited, and they also have exotic teas, like chrysanthemum, and the standards, like green tea. The prices are standard for fast casual, we paid $25 for 2 entrees and the pork steamed bun.\n\nThey also stated they will have a driver soon for delivery.",
"Great lo mein and sweet potato appetizer! Yum.",
"I highly recommend the basil chicken! It was flavorful and the vegetables were fresh. However, the price isn't that great. I'm biased and am just used to being served large portions with meals that cost $8.75, so I probably wouldn't come here again because the veggies were sparse and there frankly wasn't much on the plate. The nicest thing about it is that it's in a convenient location and the meals arrive quickly. The service isn't bad, but they won't really tell you that something costs extra unless you ask. Beware of the iced tea. It's so saturated with sugar that it feels like drinking pure syrup!",
"Pretty good for lunch. Its a bit bland...I think/hope they are still working out some kinks."
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"The confused high schoolers serving us were cute but ditzy. I would not go here for the service or atmosphere, it's very much a family resturant staffed by teenagers who will drive you nuts. I always thought of this as plain old ice cream shop but maybe that's all we went there for as a kid. It's under new ownership now and the food is quite yummy inexpensive diner type fare. My turkey and brie sandwich had about a half pound of thick sliced turkey on it and I could only eat half. Lunch for three only came to $26, so a very good deal. We didn't have room for ice cream but it looked delicious. I know it's hard to find a cheap lunch in New Hope, so this would be a great place to stop on the way up to New Hope or before hitting the nearby Golden Nugget Flea Market.",
"It's Nutts how good this little place is. Just passed Washington's Crossing State Park on HWY 29 in Jersey is this grand old soda jerk type of diner. Their menu is extensive and possibly a little far reaching (oso bucco, really?) but if any of it is as good as our pizza and salad then I'll be impressed. \n\nRumor has it that the pizza guy here learned his craft at the hot ovens of De Lorenzo's :http://www.yelp.com/biz/de-lorenzos-tomato-pies-trenton#hrid:cW4Fi8Gy8IVl1RIlxGeENQ/src:self\nand he learned it well. The salad dressings are all hand made and our caesar was quite good.\n\nThe staff was high school-ish young, but I found them to all be personable, efficient, and attentive.",
"I needed to meet a friend somewhere between Trenton and New Hope, so my fine fellow Yelpers pointed me here. Woohoooo!\n\nOn this perfect August day I got the turkey burger (the one with roasted red peppers and mozzarella) and enjoyed the hell out of it. I left room because I really wanted a shake for dessert, so I nabbed a small coffee shake (16 oz, and I couldn't finish it-- imagine if I ordered the large!) and it totally hit the spot.\n\n(Lactose intolerance be damned, that's what I say! Harumph!)\n\nMy dining compadre got the fried chicken with mashed potatoes and he loved his as well, and he finished it with a small scoop of chocolate raspberry truffle ice cream. (Note: Their \"small\" is like two generous scoops in a cup-- it's plennnnnty.)\n\nThe service was absolutely delightful-- it's got a mom and pop small-town vibe, which is exactly what I wanted. \n\nYUM!",
"Went on Sunday around 10:30am for breakfast and got a table for four immediately. We sat in the outside area, but the heat lamps kept us nice and warm the entire time. The coffee was great, and the bignettes I ordered were the perfect match. I also got the goat cheese and tomato omelet, which reminded me that I need to eat more goat cheese - it was delicious.\n\nThe prices were low, the service was great, and the food was amazing. All in all a fantastic experience and I can't wait to go back.",
"This is a cool joint. Don't expect fancy in any way, and food is good but basic. This is just the kind of place that is like it is frozen in time (in a good way), and reminds me of simpler times and places. Great for a cone in the summer, a sandwich or fried chicken for lunch.",
"OK, I gave this place a 5, but it is not haute cuisine.... we went for breakfast, and I do not recall them serving that before. The coffee was superb; the eggs good; the toast was excellent because it was in big thick slices. Everything was fresh and fast and nicely done. Our waitress was a sweet person and accurate. Presumably they had lemon ricotta pancakes, which I also would have liked, but hey, one meal at a time, I tell myself.",
"Yum! This place is along the side of the road and looks like it has been there for decades. Thankfully it still exists!\n\nThe food is straight out of the family kitchen. Classic American staples likes burgers and sandwiches and hand spun ice cream shakes.\n\nThe good sized out door seating area is just begging for summer, and to be honest I am looking forward to a return visit come summer so that I can enjoy the ample Ice Cream menu.\n\nI found this place thanks to Yelp. Seriously, have found more great eats in random places thanks to Yelp on my iPhone. Awesome.\n\nI enjoyed a plate of onion rings and the meatloaf sandwich, which thankfully did indeed come wrapped in bacon. The sandwich was HUGE and delicious. The rings were crispy and tasty and not overly greasy. My dining companion ordered the 2 piece fried chicken. It was crispy, savory and not overly greasy. We both ordered milkshakes and the presence of flavorful syrups was delightfully evident without being sickeningly or cloyingly sweet.\n\nI really enjoyed the homey-ness of my meal and the consistency and simplicity of It's Nutts. Definitely a keeper.",
"I was searching for some grubby grub near the jobby job, and decided to give the meatloaf sandwich a shot at It's Nutts since many others raved about it here. I gotta say, they come through with the flavor. It's got a few different things going on, from the sweetness of the carrots to the spice blend (Is that cardamom or fennel seed I taste? I've always been terrible with spice names.)\n\nThe sandwich was composed of three moist slices around 5/8\" thick each rather than 1 giant slab, with lettuce, tomato, onion and a little mayo on a nice sub roll. I liked the multiple slices because they made for more crispy surface area.\n\nI'll definitely be back for more. You can do lunch for about 7-15 bucks depending on how hungry you are.",
"While Nutt's remains a solid option when trying to decide on something good and close to home, I have to knock a star off as they have gotten stingy with their pizza toppings over the last few pick-ups. \n\nEverything else is as good as always and I am excited to pass along they are now offering BENEIGHS on Sundays.",
"Even though the \"OPEN\" sign is on, that doesn't mean that it is open for service. We saw the\"OPEN\" sign illuminated, and we went in for breakfast. They made us feel uncomfortable and acted as if we walked into a private residence instead of a business. Sorry to disturb you, but we won't be back.\n\nFor lunch is ok....the fried chicken is good"
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"Been here twice and everything has always been excellent. Always fresh, best wonton soup, friendly service.",
"Everything fresh. Great people. Will be back. Nice sushi. But. They need louder music. Seat cushions. Some Asian art.Mirrors. Some Japanese screens to break up the place. And color lights at the sushi bar to highlight and give depth. Very plain. Go for food.",
"JJ is my favorite Asian dining in Harleysville, not the least of which is due to their sushi. The Yaki Udon (soup or sautée) is a personal favorite but no matter what I order I always include at least one sushi roll. They're also great about customizing an order like leaving vegetables out of the Chicken Fried Rice for my picky-eater sister. I've never had a bad experience here and can't recommend JJ's enough!!",
"The food is amazing. Service is always prompt and courteous. We can't eat here too often or we would go broke, but it's a nice treat when we are in the mood for good local Chinese food.",
"Very disappointed. My family ordered Szechuan beef, vegetable lo mein, Kung pao chicken, and two viet spring rolls.\n\nTo start with the good: the viet spring rolls, and the lo mein. Tasty, and just as one would expect.\n\nThe rest was not good. The Kung pao chicken did not have much flavor, certainly no heat, and very little peanut/water chestnut flavor. Also was just overloaded with onions. It was very possible to take a scoop and find only onions on your spoon.\n\nThe Szechuan beef was not Szechuan beef. From my guess we instead received pepper steak with onion. Obviously a much different flavor than we had been expecting. Very disappointing.\n\nThe rice that came with was dry. As I own a rice cooker myself, I would estimate it had been sitting for approximately 1.5-2 hours. As it was 7 pm, I would have expected the rice to be fresh.\n\nOverall I was left feeling confused at the inconsistent quality of the food, and worried about the mistake in our order.",
"I have to question how genuine \"Andrew V.\" is in his review. He criticizes the kung pao as both flavorless and \"overloaded with onion\". I don't understand how you can have both of those in the same dish? Onion is ONLY flavor?.. 3/30/14, A Sunday night, at 9pm I ordered it. If I were to get a \"disappointing\" order, I'd assume it would be this time of night. A hour before closing on a Sunday. I ordered Kung pao and steamed vegetables to go. It was ready in 15 as they said, and both were above average. Kung pao was not spicy enough for those seeking the \"spicy sweats\" but did supply a very noticeable, slow, burn on the back end. Next time I would request to have some hot peppers added, but that's to my specific palate. The steam veggies and tofu that came with it were both fine. This was my first meal from JJ and will be my next as well, when I am looking for Asian cuisine in Harleysville. Most likely some sushi and General Tso.",
"Best Chinese/Asian place around. I'm not big on sushi but I'm told it is good. I love Chinese and every dish I've had here is excellent. Eat in is better of course than take out.",
"Just had dinner here,wonderful. Sushi was very fresh and tasty. Soups had great flavor. Main dishes where spot on and outstanding in taste. Very friendly and attentive wait staff.",
"There is no way on earth this many like the food at this place- these reviews must be from the owner. Worst sushi roll ever for $14- tasted like frozen cod. Tiny portions of meat with piles of onion, or whatever is the cheapest possible ingredient. High prices and lousy food. Worst Asian food in the area.",
"We haven't sampled the other asian cuisines here, but the Chinese offerings cannot be beat. The menu is managable so the ingredients are always fresh and well prepared. We doubt that there is a steam table anywhere in the restaurant! The portions are more than ample so consider sharing. We sometimes order a few appetizers, and two share an entree. The service is attentive and efficient. Whenever we have a hankering for Chinese food, this is our go-to place."
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