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"OMIGOD! PHILLY! I meant to write about the Maoz in Paris and when looking up the information on the web I noticed those lucky Philadelphians have a Maoz in their fare city. I am seriously contemplating a trip to Philly just for this little shack of a falafel stand. \r\n\r\nIn Paris, it is located in the Latin Quarter. I had been there in '97 and never forgotten it, though never quite knew the name. in '99 I tried to describe the location to my brother and was dissapointed when he said he couldn't find it. Two years ago, I went to Paris again and seriously made it my very first mission to see if this place was still in existence...once I reached the Notre Dame, off I went running to the vicinity of where I once believed it was.... SUCCESS! I loved this place so much my gal pal took a picture of me in front of it. She even turned into a fan! \r\n\r\nAnyhow, for me the draw is the condiment bar...they serve you tasty falafels in a pita and you fix it up w/ the most interesting (or not) types of fillings...it's not just lettuce, tomato or hummus here...they have different types of salads and sauces. God, I'm hungry just typing it. I really should franchise!",
"it's pretty good, but i wish they had more seating, because it's hard to eat the maoz, hold your fries and drink without a seat or table. a great place for my friends since they are exclusively herbivores.",
"great place for a quick bite. service is up to you. amazing idea for a fast food place.",
"i wish there were more of these located throughout the city, as opposed to the food carts that are omnipresent. it's a great falafel place, and you can add on toppings as you please. the pita and the falafel is fabulous and filling -- the only difficulty is trying to eat w/out spilling. There are a few stools and a bench outside, but it can get crowded so it can easily leave you hanging for a place to sit. but somehow it all works well because you can refill the toppings as you please, no charge. definitely worth a visit!",
"For awhile there I was addicted to the falafel box at Mao's. You basically stuff a whole bunch of Middle Eastern salad items like purple cabbage, pickled carrots, tabouli and various sauces into a plastic container with falafel, eggplant and a schmear of hummus. Their falafel is tasty, mushy and bright green on the inside, crisp and golden brown on the outside. Mao's also offers sandwiches which are good, too, and you can shove salad items into the sandwich to make it even better. For fast food, it's great-- will clog your arteries less than other options on South Street (as long as you don't eat the massive Belgian Frijtes). It's also open late so good for a post-pub food run. There's no reason to eat there, though, particularly if you just got done at the pub, because it's brightly lit and there's limited seating.",
"I forgot my lunch and tried Maoz. Loved the falafel and all of the salads. Very fresh and very delicious. I keep hoping I'll forget my lunch again and have to go back! Maybe I'll pretend to forget.\n\nBig disappointment: for a European restaurant that serves chips in a cone, I expect good Belgian-style fries. What I got tasted like frozen steak fries to me. So disappointing. \n\nI'll be back, but I'll skip the fries and eat more hummus.",
"When 2am rolls around, there's no more popular late night South Street snack spot than Lorenzo's pizza. For about $2, you can get a steaming slice of doughey goodness (NO TOPPINGS! NO BOX! UNLESS YOU ORDER A PIE!) that will only last you a few blocks before it's settling fat and happy in your belly. \n\nBut after a few post-bar pitstops at Lorenzo's, one can be left with a feeling of guilt for the 1000 italian calories they now consume on a weekly basis. Not to mention a slight boredom with their monotonous plain slices. \n\nLuckily, South Street boasts another late night munchie house: the European falafel chain, Maoz (the only one of its kind in America), located just down the road from Lorenzo's.\n\nFor only about $4, you can get a pita with hummus, fried eggplant and of course, the elusively delicious falafel itself. The fillings don't stop there though because once assembled, the \"maoz\" is then handed over to you to fill with as many toppings as your little heart desires. Before you know it, you have tabbouleh and yogurt sauce running down your arms and you're still trying to cram in extra fried cauliflower.\n\nThe best part? Maoz is open until 3am so even those who stay an extra while dancing on the bar late night can satisfy their cravings. And just a warning about the cravings: once you've had Maoz once, be prepared to return again and again to the addicting joint. Within days you'll be saying \"Lorenzo who?\"",
"The one and only location in the US and it's in Philadelphia. We should be proud.\n\nYou should try their falafel if you are not a fan; and if you are a fan, you should order two and their Belgian \"chips\" (aka: fries). You can get away with a really cheap lunch combo here and leave knowing you didn't clog any arteries.",
"I go to South Street for a haircut at the Chop Shop and lunch at Maoz. I always go alone, so I get a seat. Falafel is superior; the special with fries is overkill, and I have a big appetite. The grilled cauliflower from teh salad bar is just so right.",
"I lived in Amsterdam for a few months back in 2001. Everday I ate a falafel at Maoz (Leidsestraat). I really couldn't stay away; it became a sickness, and so I stopped everyday for either lunch or a late night snack. Returning to the States was a real drag, as I missed A'dam dearly, especially my MAOZ.\n\nFast forward. South Street 2003-04'ish. I'm walking down South Street in Philly to go see a band at some bar. Suddenly, I think I may be hallucinating - where am I - why is there a big green sign that reads MAOZ? I begin explaining to my friends - \"This was my favorite place to eat in Amsterdam. I literally ate here everyday. When did this open? This can't be, there is no Maoz in the States.\" To say the least, my friends were not (even a little bit) excited by my story or my finding. \n\nHow was the show? I have no idea. I couldn't keep Maoz off my mind. I raced there after the show and ordered my falafel. So, you're thinking, why only 4 stars? Well, although it was very good, it just wasn't AS GOOD as I once knew. A few differences from the Dutch locations, but still really good.\n\nNo plastic accepted, so bring cash. If not, there's an ATM across the street."
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"The menu at this restaurant ranges from hummus to entrees of musakhan--that comes with salad and bread. The bread is home made in the restaurant itself. The lentil soup is the best in the city. They recently added a lunch special. The wait staff is attentive but small. This is only a problem when the restaurant is full--which is unfortunately seldom.",
"Stumbled in to this place by accident. We were the only table. Great service and fresh food. Yummy!",
"I've always been meaning to go here, but the past two times I wanted to, they were having wedding receptions. Anyways, the inside is nice, white table cloths, folded napkins, chandeliers, etc. \n\nWe started off with the Cleopatra sampler which included stuffed grape leaves, hummus, seasoned yogurt, tomato and cucumber salad, and falafel. Also had the baba ganouj. Everything was solid, and it was probably the best hummus I've had (everyone elses seems to lack something or be too overpowering with tahini), this one was on point. The pita was also delicious, not too chewy, and you can see slight charring which I like. We got lebanese teas (first time trying it). Refreshing, not too sweet, but not for everyone.\n\nI got the mousaka as an entree and it was my first time ever having it. It was indeed flavorful, but I would've thought it would be more moist than it was. All entrees are served with lentil soup (favorite part of the meal), hummus (go figure), and seasoned basmati rice with some sort of noodle.\n\nOur service was very friendly and attentive. We never had to flag her down, refilled drinks promply, and even played with my 1 year old niece a little. Only complaint is that she was not very familiar with the menu, but she always would go out of her way to find out.\n\nWill definitely return.",
"This is the first time I have ever gotten sick while still in a restaurant.\nThe girly didn't want any Asian food while we were on the Westbank so we stopped at this place. It is in an almost empty strip-mall. I won't be too specific about everything we ordered but I will say that the fried foods came out hard on the outside and slimy on the inside. I think their deep fryer is set too high or they reheat previously partially cooked food. I do know it only took about 3 minutes for them to bring out all the fried foods.\n\nFrom the moment we sat down, I kept thinking I smelled cat pee but I didn't say anything to the girly just in case it was my imagination or something. But she got this look on her face, leaned over to me and said, \"Do you smell cat pee?\". So I'm glad it wasn't just me thinking that. The longer I sat there, the more I could smell it too. Maybe they let cats loose at night...maybe it's something that SMELLS just like cat pee but isn't. I can't say. \n\nI didn't make it through my appetizers (totally misnamed in this case) when I started getting really sick to my stomach. The slime from the falafels mixed with the odd flavor of the kibby left me nauseous. Mix that with the cat pee smell and I just couldn't handle it. My hands were shaking, i was sweating and girly said I went all pale. \n\nMy girly's beef dish had an odd aftertaste more like goat or lamb or meat that had turned a bit before they cooked it. It was really sickening. \nShe did say the rice and garlic something something on the side were ok.\nAll in all, I can see why they don't have much business. I actually had to stop and buy Pepto before going home. Before we made it home, poor girly had to take a few swigs too. She ended up as sick as I was.",
"Attentive service, clean and well kept dining room. I've only been for lunch and each time its been well under capacity. Ive left with the feeling that I got more than I deserved for the money.",
"For food? 5 stars. It got 4 because of the service. Try the chicken shawarma!",
"An excellant middle eastern restaurant in an are otherwise filled mostly with bad chain restaurants. The staples of such a restaurant (hummus, beef/chicken schwarma, rice, salads) are all of a good quality. Also try their lentil soup that you can get in place of salad with their lunches which is exceptional.",
"Food is good, but the restaurant seems a little blah. It seems they need to put some money into decorating and updating the interior.",
"I've had better, but it was tasty. Lamb kabob was tender.",
"Another hidden gem on the West Bank. We'd been hitting up Mona's or Lebanon for our Middle Eastern food fixes, but were reluctant to cross the bridge one night. I've got to say, this is now my favorite! Great hummus and grape leaves. Great kabobs and shwarma. \n\nIf you're a West Banker looking for a great spot closer to home, check this place out."
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"This small cafe is connected to what was once the Firehouse Farmers Market and is directly below Firehouse Bikes. The place has good coffee, a nice atmosphere, a really cool staff of very nice young semi-alternative/punk like people, and so on. If you're looking for a place to get great coffee near University City but you want to avoid the University of Penn hipsters then this is definitely the place to go. It also has a good selection of vegan food. PS: try the \"candy bar latte\", i's AMAZING!",
"Great food, great coff, friendly staff. \nBlack bean wrap is recommended. \nAs are their vegan treats.\nAnd grabbing a pound of their beans.",
"An eclectic place under Firehouse Bicycles. Extensive coffee house menu, but unfortunately they're always out of many items -- and what they're out of varies from day to day. Some days - no decaf beans, no soy, no pastries... When they've got what you want, it's good - good java, appetizing food choices. Staff varies from friendly to confused to disinterested - again, it seems to all depend on the particular day.",
"good coffee, nice selection of teas that they will put on ice for you if you want. I highly appreciate that they discourage smoking on the patio. People who work here are friendly and cute. Food is excellent-- seems like more than the sum of its parts somehow-- customizable and cheap. Equal opportunity for wheat/lactose/animal product free and those who want that stuff. Weird that a lot of their sandwiches have cream cheese in them.. I just pass on that. I also like that there is a different kind of music playing every time I go but it's not super loud so if you aren't into it, no prob.\n\nEDIT: Allow me to elaborate a little more, this time with specific eye to their food. This place really shows how vegan cooking ups the bar for all of us. They have so many possible options for bagels you could go for a week without trying them all-- pesto, different kinds of butter/cream cheese, ajvar (spicy red pepper paste), all sorts of veggies. This stuff really ruins you for any other place that just has plain ol' bagels and cream cheese. \n\nI nominate their Bike Shop Bagel (loaded w/ cream cheese [vegan if you want it], baby spinach, roasted red peppers, and pesto) for one of the best deals in town at $2.25 (50 cents more for vegan). Their wraps-- especially black bean wrap-- is also a total steal and will fill you up for the rest of the day. Good quality hot sauce too, a nice bonus for the pepper-addicted like me. THUMBS UP to Satellite on all counts.",
"Satellite is one of my favorite places in west philly. so comfortable, cheerful and the food is great. I love the bike shop special...chock full of spinach, and the pesto is unbelievable. The place never dissapoints. nestled underneath firehouse bikes, the cafe is a stronghold of good food, good people, and good drinks. Not a coffee drinker myself, but the smoothies are excellent. I am a frequent customer and will keep coming back. There is nothing like the local independent cafe to give a neighborhood flavor and a central meeting location, and let me tell you, Satellite succeeds.",
"What a wonderful addition to West Philly and my all time favorite neighborhood cafe! This is the perfect place to get a tea or coffee, sit down with a laptop and work or meet up with friends and hang out. Artsy decor, a computer that plays the cafe's playlist of songs that range from contemporary to old classics and board games and toys are in the corner inviting customers to hang out and play or keep a child occupied.\n\nThe tea selection is fantastic with about 40 different tea and tea related drinks to choose from. They also have their own tea blends they make that are really tasty. Every tea can also be put on ice too.\n\nReally great stop on a walk with a date as well.\n\nI wish I could import this cafe to wherever I live.",
"The Satellite is great. The coffee is some of the best in the city (they get it from Fonseca, an excellent local roaster), which is reason enough for me to keep coming back. Sandwiches and wraps are delicious: The Bike Shop Special (pesto, roasted red peppers, cream cheese, and spinach on a bagel), and the black bean wrap are delicious. \n\nOh yeah, and the Satellite manages to keep their prices low, which is awesome.",
"I can't stand this place. Everything from the fake-ass punker look to the really horrible service [is it supposed to be cute or endearing?] has made me never visit this joint again. Every time I've gone here, the staff have been rude, as if asking them to make me a hot chocolate is offending their religious beliefs. If you don't wanna make coffee, why the @#$% do you work at a cafe? Perhaps this satellite will drop out of orbit...",
"I'll stand by anything Stinking Lizaveta is involved with. One of my all time favorite West Philly bands, and their bassist Alexi Papadopoulos and his wife just happen to be the owners of Satellite. Of course the fact that they make good coffee and other things doesn't hurt either.\n\nI stopped in to officially give Satellite a shot after I interviewed a band at Dock Street Brew Pub (review coming later), and definitely had a great time. I instantly felt welcome the moment I walked into the big courtyard and scoped out the bulletin board that listed all kinds of good shows.\n\nAs for what beverage I ordered I was torn between the the Choco Matte and Black Death, but decided to go with the matte because I wasn't feeling goth or metal enough for the other. It was equal parts rich, delicious, and bittersweet. talk about decadence.\n\nOverall I don't know what there is to not like about Satellite. There's free wi-fi, they sale CD's of some of West Philly's finest bands, you might come across a show every now and again, and you can pick up pretty rare drinks like a green kale smoothie. sounds pretty sweet by my book.",
"I haven't quite grasped the trick to Satellite: you have to bring to the counter a couple of back-up plans to your order because on any given day, they'll be out of something. I love the Vibrant Green Kale Smoothie, but twice I've gone there to be told they didn't have any kale. For added zing, I got a look that clearly said GTFO.\n\nThe staff owns the anarchist punk mood of the place - they're sullen and they aren't afraid to let you know it. I wouldn't care so much if they were expert baristas, but I dare you to try to order an iced cappuccino. I might as well have ordered freshly killed-and-grilled moose. Once she figured out that it meant a cappuccino with ice, she made a normal cappuccino and then dumped in a few ice cubes, and THEN (this is the best part) handed me the cup as the liquid overflowed, pointing to some napkins.\n\nI'll go back there, because it's in the neighborhood and the coffee isn't bad and that kale smoothie is the most amazing thing ever, but I'll never love it. And if I think about ordering an iced drink, I'll be sure to bring a towel."
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"I'm a huge fan of Chili restaurants and this one was a real disappointment. I was having a casual business meeting. We waited a short time for a table which wasn't bad, but I didn't like the hostess wordlessly pointing for us to follow her. Our server was nice (will not mention who) very perky not well trained or focused. Two bar drinks were suppose to be put on a separate check, went ahead and paid them without a fuss. The food was tasteless and my partners soup was served cold. It didn't seem like the server was trained in anything other than dishing it out. She got down to a child's (Gosh I hate that) level to take our order - I'm not a three year old so I couldn't make out if she had to go to the bathroom. I'm very careful about my reviews and this is my first negative. My work requires me to always give the benefit of the doubt. Pity this was not a good dining experience. \nPT",
"It's Chili's... typical american chain restaurant. Been here often enough. Usually a short wait for the table foods consistent.",
"ease and fast food,good place for margaritas",
"Well this is some crazy shit!! Crazy meaning good. We in town to surprise my girlfriends father on his birthday and big daddy wanted to have a quick happy hour stop so why not here and damn what a good decision!! We sat at the bar because of course we here for drinks. We sit and we notice this little card that says the drinks that are included in happy hour and the bartender's name which was Mike. This dude was the shit I mean this dude was the truth!! He seemed like I knew him for years, when I ordered my drink he didn't flinch I usually have hard times with my favorite drink (long beach ice tea) nine outta ten bartenders dont know what the drink is but mike did. So after our first drink he brang us some nachos that was free then he gave us two shots of some new presedente tequila it was good and FREE!! I never been anywhere in miami that had nice and welcoming people like this place. Five stars!!",
"Stopped here after a four hour drive its a chilis by the stadium pretty nice. The bar area is smaller then some I've seen but that all makes up for the magnificent bartender we had named Mike a native from sexy Miami. The coolest guy ive met serving drinks. He started off buy asking about yelp because I was adding photos soooooooo that broke the ice. Then he served me up my two for one frozen margaritas and got even better from there. He have us free nachos and free shots that they were making for another table I loved it if I would have stayed any longer I would have got to my parents house already wasted lol. If your ever in Tampa its a must to stop at the Raymond James Stadium Chilis!",
"It's a Chili's...nothing particular about this one sets out from others. It can get pretty crowded, no matter what night you visit, but it's still good food. We haven't ever really had an issue with service here. We typically sit in the bar area for the free chips and salsa :-) It's a good go-to sort of restaurant when you aren't sure what you want to have for dinner. Obviously the ribs are fabulous, but many of their other entrees are well done, also. If you don't like chain restaurants, then just don't go! Otherwise, it's good food!",
"Cold beer in a frosty mug. Always 2 for 1. Yummy quest dip. Delish chips w/salsa (free with various social media check-ins). The beer & apps are the best thing about chili's. I frequently go for lunch but the lunch combos leave me greasy & unsatisfied. Do love the balsamic dressing that comes with a house salad. Also love the fajitas-- but how can you get fajitas wrong? :) Otherwise, most items are greasy & just \"eh.\" Fits my frosty beer craving though!",
". My Chili's always has the best service and the greatest food. It's hard to say what the best thing on their menu is short of everything. I have never had a bad experince there. The atmosphere is awesome. My favorite drink at Chili's is the Raspberry Margarita. No one can even come close to making this drink to perfection except my Chili's. THEY ROCK.",
"Good service. Pretty clean. No complaints.",
"The food is alright, overall. But the service ruined the entire experience. Our waiter had an opportunity to turn the experience around when my stomach didn't react well to a burger that I had ordered. Instead he used the opportunity to essentially display misplaced humor at my expense. Normally I would shrug this sort of humor off. But the sheer fact that he showed little to no empathy at all or even offered to help make alternative suggestions when ordering left me feeling like I had wasted my time and money upon leaving. Will not be coming back."
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"Amazing. Best BYOB in town. Get the Turista Menu for $30 - great deal.\n\nVeal sweetbeads are great. Get the pasta dishes - all are very good.",
"This is a charming little Italian BYO on Girard near the El. They have a prix fixe menu for $30, which gives you four small plates -- one antipasti, one pasta, one entree, and one dessert or salad of your choice. You can also order each of these items a la carte, but the prix fixe is definitely the best deal.\n\nThe meal starts with an amuse bouche. I'm not sure if it's always the same, but when I ate there this past week, it was a postage-stamp size square of bread with beets and ricotta. They then serve bread with olive oil and ricotta. \n\nI ate only vegetarian items here, but there are many meat/fish options, including things like rabbit. As an antipasti, I had the bruschetta, which were very nice - two slices were topped with beets and the other two with something sweet (figs? dates? I can't really remember). The pasta course was fantastic - I got the ravioli, which is stuffed with marscapone and covered in toasted almonds. It was absolutely delicious and definitely the highlight of the meal. For the entree, the vegetarian selection is eggplant parmesan (more or less). I liked it but it didn't blow me away like the ravioli did, although I liked that the sauce included golden raisins. For dessert, I had some sort of warm chocolate pudding, but I was too stuffed to eat much of it. The meal ends with a free taste of sambuca. Overall, the flavors in the dishes reminded me quite a bit of Osteria -- but at a fraction of the price.\n\nThe service is friendly and the restaurant's decor, while not particularly interesting, is warm and inviting. I would recommend making reservations because the dining room is small and was packed on the weeknight when I went there.",
"This place is another score. The food is absolutely some of the best italian you will find next to Vetri/Osteria and places of that caliber which are of course the top shelf. The decor is a bit under-designed for my taste but that is a small quibble once they bring out the food. As noted by fellow Yelper Kate the prix fixe is a great deal. This is real Italian food not Ralph's Italian food so if you are looking for the obvious Souf Philly staples keep on looking cause you wont find them here. I can't say the service was the speediest either cause they are jammed with patrons every night they are open but aside from less than lightening speed and an ordinary look (No Owen Kamihara) you will be delighted\nbring a bottle of Parallel 45 and you are good to go!",
"EXCELLENT!\nBeen there a handful of times and already looking forward for more good stuff. The tourista deal is surely losing them money; 4 courses for $30!?\n\nEverything was great last time I went with a party of 9, in fact, it seemed even better then the last time I was there.\nGreat place, make a reservation for sure.",
"how adorable.\ni desperately wanted to go because it was on the list of philly's top 50 restaurants, and i had heard good things.\nit was quite easy getting a reservation on a wednesday night.\nyou must must get the $32 turista deal...otherwise things are too pricey.\ni had the grilled octopus appetizer followed by ravioli...then a ribeye steak with prosciutto, cheese and egg (yes, i am trying to die of a heart attack)...and a creme caramel for dessert.\nto die for. the portions can be fairly large, but so tasty. the bread is amazing and comes with a lemon-y olive oil.\n\nthe only downside? it's in the middle of nowhere.",
"shares the limelight with two others (horizons, matyson) for my absolute favorite restaurant in town. from the homemade bread beginnings to the shot of sambuca endings it is perfect. the chef is not afraid of seasoning boldly and does not cater to boring palates. the food is salty and peppery in a spectacular way. the ravioli in a butter sauce and the octopus salad - two things i would absolutely recommend. plates are just the right size to leave you pleasantly stuffed at the end of the meal, and the service is usually perfect - evenly spaced time between courses to digest. the four course menu is a great deal at $32 now, and the place is cash only, BYO and tiny so be prepared. weekday nights (closed sun + mon) are usually best to avoid a wait. oh, oh, and eat outside for a spectacular view of the skyline.",
"finally checked this place out on my birthday. :) thanks Carl!\nit was great! 4 courses... each one was exceptional. the homemade bread was Deee-LICIOUS! i could have eaten pounds of it... but had to stop myself. i loved that they used a lot of lemon zest on random dishes. that is a favorite of mine. there were so many flavors in each dish. it was a treat. \n\nas i tend to eat vegetarian i was a bit disappointed in the lack of main dish options.... but that is really my only negative thought on the place. \n\ni enjoyed the atmosphere.. and everyone seemed happy and enjoying their food. \n\nthe shot of sambuca to end it all was a great touch. \n\ni left extremely full! for my next visit i plan to fast for days to prepare. \n\ni definitely recommend this restaurant",
"After reading all the great reviews, my bf and i chose Modo Mio for my birthday dinner last night. It definitely lived up to the hype!\n*Note it is CASH ONLY!\n\nAs has been said many times - $32 for 4 courses is a fantastic deal. And it's not as if one of the courses is a boring spaghetti. There were specials in each category, and it was hard for us to narrow it down to even two choices to share!\n\nAntipasta - I had the special of pan seared scallops and made the boy get the grilled octopus salad. Both were delicious.\n\nPasta - had the veal and rabbit ravioli and the egg noodles with spicy boar ragu. Both were fantastic and different then your typical italian pasta dish.\n\nSecundo - The special of the duck confit 9with a sunny side up egg on top) was AMAZING. Just the right melding of crisp, fatty, meat, and salty, peppery greens. I had the pistachio encrusted lamb, and really appreciated the balance of flavors that went into the dish\n\nDesert - shared the panna cotta and the chocolate cake. Tasty although not as mind blowing as the main courses. Satisfied my sweet tooth though - and they included a candle for my birthday.\n\nErnesto was a fantastic server - super frinedly, ready to explain dishes we had questions about and recommend according to our tastes, as well as to speak about the overall concept of the restaurant (which is to provide authentic italian, not the usual huge heavy pasta dishes).\n\nWe'll be back next as soon as we have friends from out of town to show them some of the best dining in Philly!",
"Went with two others and we got like 5 dishes between us, and finished two bottles of wine. I must say, even with this volume of booze I found many of the dishes to be too salty (my friend who is a chef says they do this on purpose so that you savor smaller quantities and eat less), but it still turns me off. The hunk of bread was gorgeous and helped with the saltiness. They did offals well, and that is a good sign.\n\nWe were way overfed but I felt like the owner was still pushing food on us, which I didn't like. I'd rather be left alone to enjoy another bottle of wine.",
"went to modo mio again tuesday night - they've tweaked the menu just a little bit and it's still fabulous. expect to get the four-course menu and spend a few hours. pack wine accordingly. the gnocchi was great, but we all agreed my ravioli with butter & walnut sauce was the clear winner. also, the zucchini & olive oil cake for dessert cannot be missed! the chef is extremely friendly and if you're sitting outside there's a good chance he'll approach you to chat if you're inclined. awesome deal for $32 and some of the most amazing food in the city. go!!!!"
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"This is a very popular eatery. Plan to wait in line. My \"banana\" Foster, though oddly spelled in the singular, was delicious. It seemed unimprovable to me. My girlfriends omelet was less inspiring. It was made with fresh spinach. But her home fries were mushy and tasted as if they had sat around for a while.",
"Exceptional service, great food, big portions, the frog pond is the perfect place for breakfast. I went there again today and wasn't let down at all.",
"i don't give many 5 star food/service reviews but this place was outstanding and the service was excellent. i came here twice while on vacation and was served by Jeri who was patient and on the spot for service. \n\nI was in the mood for fruit and she and i joked that everyone had the HUGE omelets and sandwiches so i said... bring on the friut plate. Well... you have to look at the photo to appreciate it. Basically it was built on top of a 1/3 of a pineapple, smothered in fresh apple, orange cantaloupe, and honeydew slices, and topped with about a pound of grapes and a whole banana. Amazing.\n\nI also had the club which was outstanding. i didn't do any omelets but... i saw them and they were incredibly full of meats, cheeses and whatever you'd imagine. \n\nWe went back for breakfast a second time. this time i had the fruit cup!! and we shared a lox platter (photo). \n\nIf you make it to St Pete, dont miss out on this little Gem.",
"The salad platters here are just superb! HUGE, good , fresh, I don't have to spend 10 mins dissecting the white lettuce out of my salad as I do at most places. The tuna is very good . All the salads come with their homemade banana bread too. They have a great selection of beneditcs too! Gets very crowded, very fast so you have to time it right, be patient and move along when you're done! Only open for breakfast and lunch so that's fine though.",
"The best breakfast joint in the land! The food is excellent and the portions are insane. (04) of me could eat their version of a portion!\n\nIf youre in the mood for breakfast food, hung over, or starving, this is the place for you!\n\nEnjoy",
"The best breakfast around with the hangover omelette and a variety of eggs Benedict! you wont leave hungry!",
"A wonderful place for breakfast! We rolled in this place for a late Sunday brunch, waiting 20 mins or so (totally worth it), and had the most amazing veggie eggs florentine. Highly recommended! Easy on the wallet. Fast service once seated.",
"Great food! I love breakfast places and this one impressed me. Home fries were excellent. Caution for tourists, the portions are huge! Definitely a good idea to split a meal. While there is a $2 sharing fee, each person gets to choose their own side so its not bad at all. When I'm back in St. Pete, I'll definitely return to the Frog Pond!",
"Alright look....Nobody expects the food at these places to be Emeril's quality, but one of two things have occurred since the last review in March of 2010. Either this place was sold to new owners, or you people have no idea what food is supposed to taste like. Today I visited on the direction of fellow Yelpers giving this place good reviews. What a HUGE mistake. I now hesitate to even think of trying the North Redington Beach location, even with its outstanding reviews.\n\nThe hollandaise sauce on my \"Mock Benedict\" was repulsive, inedible. My wife's omelet had cheese so greasy I wouldn't feed it to my dog. To any reviewer in the past that rated their home fries anything but waste from the bottom of a dumpster should have their eyes and palate checked. We were utterly disgusted. Our server, a young Russian/Ukranian girl was extremely nice, and as stated to my wife, very attractive, and enough reason to go there just to see her. \n\nI won't go into the coffee, other than to say it was burnt, or more than 25 scoops for a 12 cup machine were used, undrinkable.\n\nDo yourself a favor, if in the St. Pete Beach area Yelping for breakfast, look no further than across the street from here...a pink building called \"Beverly's la Croisette\"...best breakfast in SPB....I don't know why we went to the Reptile Pool...should have just stuck to what was good. \n\nAs an addendum...my wife vomited her breakfast no more than 45 minutes after leaving. Wow...just wow. \n\nYelp !!!!!",
"Fresh food large portions. Fruit dish was huge and freshly cut. If I could I would give it a three and a half stars. Staff was friendly and attentive."
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"Peace, education, coffee, tea, veg food, wow! Much needed innovation!",
"Such innovation in these times gives me hope for the future after all. Ash took his skills in training and management AND cooking and combined them into something unique. iCreate Cafe is one street back from High Street, along tree-shaded King Street, in a renovated home. Don't be scared by the hand-drawn Romney campaign poster at the army recruiter next door.\n\nThe front is cozy hang-out living room space as well as the location of the tiny kitchen. As you wander further in, you see other areas with different personalities: small training rooms with computers and whiteboards, a cafe table area, and more sofas and chairs which look perfect for a book discussion. Beautiful colors and decor and lots of art too.\n\nAsh offers an interesting collection of classes: Arabic language, resume writing, animation, WordPress, and web design stuck in my head, not things that are easily gotten elsewhere. He said an 8-hour class is about $200, so it also seems very affordable and a different format than local colleges. Such a warm inviting place made me consider classes I could both take and teach here.\n\nBut most people would not stop by just to check out classes, and that is where the food comes in. I did not get to try his coffee, but you can see the raves on here. He offers an array of healthy Mediterranean dishes, all vegetarian (mostly vegan) with a Syrian touch. \n\nMy spouse had a baked falafel sandwich which I got in on, yum. The creamy babaganoush was a large portion (I'd eat this with a spoon); we had to take half home. I loved my freshly-made foul with fava beans, also a huge portion. He brought some other things out for us to sample, like a pesto he was trying out on sandwiches. Ash grows a lot of his own vegetables. There is a good selection of tea too. Nothing is fried. Maybe he will get in some desserts from Vegan Treats in Bethlehem. Prices are very affordable. We were stuffed with plenty to take home, for under $20.\n\nPeople seem to come in just to visit with Ash, and there is a lot of activity on his Fb page. \n\nWe can't wait to go back, and we will be getting lots of takeout too, since someone in my family drives by here quite often. I wish we had this in Reading, but Pottstown is close enough. There is more going on in Pottstown than I thought, and their main street is wide and has a bike lane: ripe for renewal or already in its way? People are seeking affordable homes closer to Philly. If only there was a passenger train that went beyond the main line; these areas could really come alive.",
"I have officially tried every dish at the cafe now. Not a single complaint. Great food great coffee and great conversations with local ppl. The owner Ash is genuinely nice as well! Such a great concept in a town that is turning around for the better.",
"On the way from Reading to the Philly Premium Outlets I Yelp searched for a vegetarian restaurant. iCreate was one of our choices, I called ahead to inquire about the cafe. I was slightly confused at first, since the cafe offers classes, coffee and food, but soon discovered that iCreate is a novel idea! \n\nThe owner was super duper friendly. The coffee was amazing, as was the food! I cannot say I've ever sampled Syrian cuisine before (very similar to Mediterranean or Lebanese), but Yum! Everything was so fresh, the fattoush salad had homegrown tomatoes! The babaganoush was blended and seasoned to perfection, not chunky and flavorless like many I've sampled. What a gem of a place! Really, everyone should be going here. \n\nThe prices were reasonable, the atmosphere relaxing, and the food exceptional. All around I recommend iCreate!",
"What an awesome spot for \"PottsVegas\".... I'm happy to have found a great cup of coffee, delicious vegetarian food, and a more then gracious host! Be sure to tell the owner, Ash, to bring in an espresso machine :) ha!",
"Great food and atmosphere. Excellent vegetarian and vegan options. Open on Sundays, too, which is nice. They also have good programs - movies and informative speakers.",
"A little gem in the middle of pottstown. The owner was super gracious and friendly. This place has a great vibe and atmosphere. It makes you just want to sit down, hang out for a while, and relax. The food we had (all vegetarian/mostly vegan) was delicious and inexpensive. He makes all the food to order, right in front of you. The homemade iced tea was delicious. There was a funny sign on the cooler that had a few soda cans in it, it read something like \"soda is bad for you!\" and how much sugar was in one serving -- you can tell the owner is into healthy food/living. They also teach all kinds of classes, and have movie nights, among other things. What a great investment into the community. I will definitely be returning soon, and recommending this place to all my friends.",
"This place is a hidden gem! When you walk in and are not sure what to expect you will be pleasantly surprised by so many DELICIOUS, homemade, and healthy food and drink options. Not sure what to get? Talk to Ash, the owner who will most likely be behind the counter with a smile and an attitude ready to help. I can't say more about this place, neither can all the people who seem to flock to this place for their vegetarian and vegan menu of wonders! I will be back and I'm dreaming of more.",
"Everything we had was amazing! The only thing better than the food (and coffee!) is talking to the owner, Ash-- what a great guy! The cafe itself is really cozy, and seems like it's a great community event and learning space. I'm so happy that Pottstown has a place like this, and I will definitely be returning next time I'm in town. In the meantime, I'm encouraging all my friends who live nearby to check it out!",
"I visited iCreate Cafe last night for the first time. We had a networking event/cooking class with the Pottstown SHRM Chapter. Everything was just fantastic! \n\nThe place is very cozy and inviting to sit and stay awhile. The owner Ash was beyond friendly and accomodating. Very interesting guy as well. Just an awesome place, must visit when nearby. \n\nWe prepared the Taboulleh with instruction from Ash and he brought us several other things to sample. My very favorite was the Babaganoush and the Veggie Panini, oh and the Mana'eesha (hope I got that right), but everything we sampled was just delishous and prepared fresh by Ash. The iced mint tea was very tasty as well!\n\nI will definitely be back for more! It looks like from the other reviews you can't go wrong with anything you order. \n\nThanks again Ash for such a fun night and the opportunity to try something different for dinner. :?)"
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"Welcome back, Brennan's!\nI was there re-opening day. We certainly expected snags, but had far fewer than anticipated, which was great!\nThe table wasn't ready at our reservation time, so we were invited into the cocktail room (just like a bar, but fancier) to have a drink while waiting. We sat down, unsure if we were to order from the bar or if there was table service. None of the employees knew either. Staff were asking each other - and by the time someone came by, our table was ready.\nFrom there, everything was PERFECT and flawless!\nOur drinks included perfectly strong coffee, a Caribbean Milk Punch and a great Bloody Mary.\nThere are three prix-fixe meals on the menu - but I ruled them out, as none had the bananas foster as a dessert. :)\nFor appetizers, we had the seafood gumbo and the roasted oysters with smoked chili butter and Manchego.\nMy friend had the escargot omelette and I opted for the Croque Madame Royal. (Instead of ham and swiss, it's proscuitto, truffle, and gruyere), topped with a sunny side up duck egg and bechamel sauce. Both were rich, obscenely decadent and delicious! \nWhile not really a huge fan of bananas, I couldn't be at Brennan's and not have the Bananas Foster. For the show more than the dish itself. What can I say, I am a sucker for a nice flambe!\nThe staff timed service perfectly. Water glasses never empty, all plates presented simultaneously. Always at the ready, but not intrusive.\nTruly, welcome back - and may this institution enjoy many more generations of legendary New Orleans quality and decadence!",
"I called two days ago to try to make a reservation for a few weeks away. Left a message, still have not received a return phone call. Very disappointing. I was looking forward to the return of Brennan's.",
"Brennan's is back! Recently re-opened after a year-long renovation. For the holidays the tradition of having pink jingle bells on the tables is revived, beautiful fresh take on the downstairs seating arrangement and decor, regal rooms upstairs, excellent service, and delicious food. Best of all the prices have been rolled back so breakfast doesn't cost $100! Eggs are reasonable again. I enjoyed the classics...Milk punch, Turtle soup, Eggs Sardou...Saturday brunch doesn't get much better.",
"Had to be the worse meal, service and overall dining experience ever had in the French Quarter. We were very disappointed after making advance reservations and looking forward to a special night to find there was wedding that had taken up most of the restaurant and bar. Our seating was delayed and the bar closed so we had to walk down the street for a cocktail. Finally seated upstairs and an obvious inconvenience for the wait staff which began our boring meal of; oysters that were not properly shucked, foie Gras that was stringy, bland fish, and dry chicken The highlights were the bread, that we had to request and the dessert which I doubt was prepared in house. Overall I feel they were trying to make up for loss time by overbooking and overburdening the staff! Shame on the management!! Will not be back!!!",
"I went to the old Brennan's, long ago, but returned to the updated-and-renovated spot for a Sunday morning brunch. The menu, while retaining the classic Brennan's dishes, has some new, creative items as well. Our Bloody Mary's were phenomenal, the veal cheeks and grillades were perfectly cooked, and the wonderfully-soupy bread pudding was superb. Only a little bit of live jazz would have improved the experience, but we had an excellent meal and hope to return soon!",
"We were in New Orleans for honeymoon. We are from and live in Louisiana. We stopped at this restaurant because people had recommended it and we were very satisfied. The staff was friendly and the food was great! It's not cheap but well worth the money. We will be coming back :)",
"Brennan's is back with a bang! The renovations are beautiful- very tastefully and elegantly done, each room having it's own individual flair ( including the bathroom). Brunch was very good - from the best turtle soup I've had in a long time to delicious eggs Benedict with crusty french bread with good butter. It was fun as always to see them make bananas foster which I thought was the best dessert, but everyone else raved over the praline bread pudding. Thanks Ralph and Terry - y'all did a great job.",
"Unfortunately the new renovated Brennan's is nothing like the old Brennan's. The service left very much to be desired, and the food was so so. We knew that the menu wouldn't be the same, but we were disappointed. The turtle soup, while it was quite good (and spicy), was definitely way better before. One thing that's particularly lame is that everything is à la carte, which sucks. So, your eggs Benedict or Sardou or hussarde come with nothing- not even garnish- on your plate, which is annoying, particularly at brunch somehow.\nOne thing that was actually better than before was the eggs Sardou- frying the artichoke is definitely an improvement! \nAbout the multi million dollar renovation, it looks nice, but... I guess I just prefer the old set up. \nI guess we just wanted everything to be the same as it was before, and it definitely was not, but even if we weren't comparing it to the old amazing Brennan's, we would've still been disappointed. Unfortunately we won't be back.\nBut can anyone tell me where I can find turtle soup that's anything like the original Brennan's recipe?!?!",
"5 stars ONLY because it's not possible to give them more! !\nWe made a reservation to celebrate a special occasion (we really like Brennan's Jazz Kitchen in Anaheim). \nWe were blown away by the friendliness, service, and professionalism of everyone we came in contact with! From the front desk to the wait staff and even management who made a point of stopping by and personally greeting us, we were made to feel more like family than customers. (Their attention to detail reminded us of Club 33.)\nThe meal was excellent but I know that a year from now it will be the quality of the people there that will be our lasting memory. \nWe had an unexpected chance to dine at Commander's Palace the following evening and although the food was on par with Brennan's the \"feel\" (warmth?) didn't come close.\nWe'd choose Brennan's over CP every time.",
"I would actually give 4.5 stars because we had a snag with our reservation, but everything beyond that was almost perfection. We were seated about 30 mins after our brunch reservation and it seemed like they forgot about us. Lots of empty tables so maybe they were understaffed. It would have been nice to be offered a complementary something for our trouble, but it's water under the bridge. \n\nThe wait staff and captain (Etienne) were all so nice and knowledgeable about nearly everything we could ask them about. The milk punch (and Caribbean version) were amazing. Eggs Sardou were very tasty and unique. The roasted oysters with the manchego on them were yummy too. Turtle soup was definitely spicy. Very refined service here and they encouraged us to walk around and tour the other rooms, including the upstairs area. You need to check out all of the rooms! Beautiful. \n\nA note to the lady in tank top, jeans and flip flops: \"smart casual\" is not THAT. They seated her at the bar. If they were that busy, they should have just turned her away. Off my soapbox now!"
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"Located on the site of the old Shintomi , I had high hopes for this chain restaurant. It's in my neighborhood, perfect for a quick lunch. I invited a friend and we met at 11.30 on a weekday. I entered, was a bit confused because I couldn't find any server to help me - located the cash register, cashier, and a server moments later.Having no idea whether to seat myself or ask for help, I said politely \"How does this work?\" The cashier barked \"I'll take your order now!\" Nonplussed, I stepped back and my friend said \"No, how does it work? do we get our own table?\" and the cashier again said \"I'll take the order now!!\" I finally took a deep breath and said \"Forgive us, we have not been here before. Do we seat ourselves, is there waiter service, where are the menus?\" At that point we were finally told to seat ourselves and given menus. \nMy friend ordered a salad with chicken; I made the mistake of ordering the pork loin. We were quite specific - dressing on the side, blue cheese please, no dressing or sauce on the pork.\n Although there were only two other tables seated, the waitress rushed away before we could tell her she'd brought the wrong dressing. Portions were average, lettuce was what you'd expect from a chain restaurant. The chicken and pork, however, were so salty they were almost inedible. (And I love my salt!)\nWhen the manager asked how our meal was, we told him the truth. He explained that their recipes came from the main office, and he wasn't allowed to change them. My friend had eaten at another Tzatiki's, though, and said this was much much saltier. When she suggested he tell the chef not to add additional salt, he just shrugged.\nI really miss the days when a bad meal and polite complaint brought apologies instead of excuses! We won't be back.\nOH. On another note, I think it's really astonishing that Yelp! would allow the five star review by \"Chase G.\" to stand, since he's a partner or owner. That's really not okay.",
"Stumbled upon this place passing through town today... Fantastic! Great food, better service. Wish I lived in Nashville!",
"Ok, so I've eaten here several times, and I have not been disappointed. If you've never eaten there it is a little confusing at first, but I've found the staff to be very friendly helping to kinda of understand the set up. Having said that let me talk about the food, it's delicious, the Greek salad, the roasted chicken, the chicken feast is my favorite, or try the hummus, the pimento cheese with the pita chips (it's crazy good). I've also had them cater a dinner and it was so easy, everything was ready to go and was a hit with my dinner guest. The wine selection is basic, no complaints there. I must say this is one of my favorite places to eat lunch, not to mention they have some really cute guys working there (this however did not influence my review).",
"The thing I have to gush over is the space. Wow. I mean wow. I pledge allegiance to the West End location but an \"after church thing\" we congregated in Green Hills. The food at Taziki's is always delicious. I sprung for the Village Veggie Gyro also known as a salad in a pita. Have I ever mentioned that they have what I like to call quality ice? You know, it is that teeny ice that is perfect to crunch on. Not quite slushy but almost? Anyway, I also noticed that the servers are much more attentive at this location as compared to West End. We had sveral refills and plates cleared by this perky young lady who was super sweet. Taziki's Green Hills versions also has tons of seating for large groups which is a nice addition!",
"I am not a fan of traditional Mediterranean food. Sorry. I don't love olives, I can't get into stuffed grape leaves, and baklava is not my idea of a yummy dessert. Earlier this year, a friend from Alabama was raving about Taziki's (I believe it may have been started there?). I figured a Mediterranean joint that was successful in Alabama couldn't be all THAT authentic (sorry, Alabama natives), so I decided to give it a try. We went to the location on West End and I fell in love. Therefore, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that there was a location in Green Hills, which came in handy as I needed to pick up dinner for a friend with a new baby on the way home from the dentist.\n\nLOCATION/ATMOSPHERE: The location is great - plenty of parking (or at least the times I've been for dinner), it's away from the hustle and bustle of Hillsboro Road and there is a cute little patio out front. Inside, the atmosphere is relaxing with dark woods and candles on each table. I assume the place fills up at lunch, but at dinnertime, it's pleasantly quiet and welcoming. I like a quick-service restaurant that dedicated a lot of attention to its dining area. It's not like eating at a McDonald's or a Chipotle.\n\nSERVICE: Other than witnessing an awkward flirtation by one of the staff members on a girl also waiting for a carry-out order, everyone at this location has been very nice and helpful.\n\nFOOD: At both the West End and Bandywood locations, I've enjoyed the food for the most part. The lemon herb chicken gyro is like the chicken fingers of gyros - simple and is a great introduction to non-Mediterranean fans. I like it okay - my most recent trip had a piece of chicken with bone in it, which kinda threw me off for the rest of my meal. But, overall, it's a solid go-to. My favorite entree, though, is the lamb and skordalio gyro. It's a little messy, but very yummy - especially if you like lamb on your gyro. The spicy jalapeno pimento cheese (obviously the entire menu is not strictly Mediterranean) is delicious, as is the hummus. The accompanying pita chips are amazing - if they don't put pita slices in the toaster in-house, don't tell me otherwise. They are yummy.\n\nI'll probably keep frequenting both locations of Taziki's for an inexpensive bite to eat with friends - as long as no more bones appear in my gyros. I'd recommend it to others, too, who are just looking for an alternative to the same old take out food.",
"you know, this food was great....but they literally ran us out of that place. we were finishing up dinner & they were at their closing time. we weren't being rude or talking only or anything. we were STILL EATING....and they swept all around us, stacked up every patio chair except for the two we were using....and truly made us feel unwelcomed. like, get lost customer i've got to go home.",
"Taziki's is good...but honestly I've had better, especially when factoring in the price. Most of the dishes are anywhere from $1-$3 more than I am comfortable spending on lunch. Most of the menu items will end up running you $10-$15 if you include a drink. Of the handful of times I've been, the gyro sandwich is my favorite, and the new potatoes side is pretty good.\n\nBoth this location and the West End location I've been to are very well done inside. The Green Hills location has ample parking, whereas the West End location is hit or miss.",
"Taziki's is a sweet little place that I have found in Green Hills. I have eaten here for lunch and find the food to be pretty good. The gyro wraps are soft and chewy and the produce is fresh. If I can give you one pointer... Go for the lamb! It's worth every extra penny and is highlighted better than any other meat on the menu, thanks to the creamy tzatziki sauce. I am a huge fan of tzatziki sauce in general and do wish theirs had a bit more cucumber, bit less dill... but overall it's a great compliment to seasonings they put on everything else.\n\nCheck your sides before you leave if you're carrying out; the last two times I have ordered the tomato-cucumber salad and received the pasta salad (which is pretty good) instead.\n\nI just wish they didn't Americanize their name with the misspelling! At least they don't cell it a \"Yuroh\" on the menu :)",
"One star is too generous. This place should be called Rice and Grilled Meats. If you are looking for a grill, this is a notch above average. However, if you are looking for Greek, then this isn't it. There is nothing authentic about it. I am Greek, born and grew up in Greece...Taziki is a brazen misrepresentation of Greek food. It is pitiful. Examples: dolmades were overstuffed with extremely spiced rice to the point you cannot even taste the grape leaf which is the whole point of the dish. Tjatjiki sauce was pathetic. Gyro was terrible. Nashville is generally very weak as a restaurant city and there is NO good ethnic restaurants. This no exception. Taziki fare is ok for what it is: grilled meats competently prepared; but Greek food it isn't. So as a grill I would rate it average plus, as a Greek restaurant I would rate it a zero. And one more thing, something does not become a Greek dish just because you throw some feta cheese on it. Pleeeeaze!",
"I've been to both Nashville locations now, and I think they're both OK. I'll head somewhere else if I'm looking for something authentic, but it's an easy, inexpensive option. \n\nMy regular order is the Greek salad gyro (read: wrap. Not gyro) with grilled chicken added. I'm usually a lamb fan, but it's not amazing here. The tomato-cucumber side is a refreshing complement to the sandwiches and other entrees. I always forget about the default second side of potato chips, so it's a nice surprise.\n\nService is friendly, and the atmosphere is comfortable. I'm curious about their \"family size\" meals sometime, if I'm running low on time and want to feed a few people."
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"An old southern church pew and reclaimed wood decor gives a bit of a homey feel to Farm House Restaurant in Encore condo building. Southern sourced farm-to-table ingredients are purveyed from twenty or so producers ranging from Persimmons Ridge honey, a family farm dairy and Wedge Oak Farms. Executive chef Trey Cioccia even uses produce and spices from his own garden as part of the wide mix of ingredients for his New Southern cuisine. Local Fried Green Tomatos with sweet onion jam, Honey Glazed Carrots, and the Farm House version of Fried Okra are excellent vegetarian fare. There's not much more here for the vegetarian palate since Cioccia favors seafood and beef, and flavors some of his veggies with pork. The Louisiana scallops are my top choice. The sweet potato waffles with local honey are also a tasty treat.",
"What a wonderful overall experience my wife and I had last night at this restaurant. First the positives we had the Pork Belly appetizer and I give it a 7 out of 10. Then for the main course my wife had the half chicken and we both liked it, she more than me, I would give it a 6 out of 10. I ordered the Filet and it was served on a plank and was seasoned and cooked to near perfection. \nThe atmosphere I like better than their neighbor Etch though I am by no means abandoning Etch as a regular staple. \nNow for the things that I hope will get better our waiter was very nice but not very trained and eager to recommend things he had not tried which is a pet peeve of mine. The other hopeful improvement is in their wine list, it needs a better red selection and while it might not fit the \"local\" theme at least a handful of old world reds would be nice.",
"A wonderful new addition to Nashville's food offering. The food is delicious, atmosphere fitting to its name and service was great. \nStarted the meal with deviled eggs with creamy filling and chow-chow topping. The smoked salt; to sprinkle on top, was a great add. Second course was an arugala salad with fried chicken liver, biscuts and bacon vinigret. Delicious. I completed the meal with Ribeye steak served over marbles potatoes (mini purple and gold potatoes) and mushrooms in a earthy sauce. Melt in your mouth and full of flavor. \nThe atmosphere may surprize you at first because there is a large amount of wood and it may appear dark. Take some time to realize you are in the \"FarmHouse\" and then your will realize the bushel basket lighting, the barnlike panel booths, the chicken fence ceiling, and more. This is a great touch.\nThe service; the best way to describe this is that I truely enjoyed. The were pleasent, efficient, knowledgealbe and smiling. \nMake sure you get the \"FarmHouse\" on your list of places to go. Enjoy.",
"May Day! May Day! Who ever owns this restaurant needs to get their butt in there and get some training done.\nWaitress - fail.\nFood / Brunch - fail.\nService - fail.\n\n****** (Notice this is the only review for Brunch) *******\n\nI will wait a few months and see if the person that owns this place gets it's problems under control.\n\n20 minutes before waitress acknowledged us.\n35 minutes until food arrived cold.\nfood sent back.\nfood arrived again - cold again. eggs undercooked.\nFirst plate had nice sized slices of ham. Second plate had a tiny portion of ham.\nI would have loved to have gone back into the kitchen and stuck my finger in the Hollandaise sauce, to see if it's being used cold.....\nCold sauce made for cold breakfast.\nand the price was a tad high for portion size.\n\nI'm hoping the owner likes this place enough to make some vast improvements.\n**** (I noticed another review 1 YEAR after mine - complaining about the cold eggs benedict.. I guess they haven't improved on the cold hollandaise sauce in 1 friggen year)",
"We hit nearly all the recommended main entrées at The Farm House. Scallops, half chicken, pork belly and short ribs all fantastic our group shared a sample of each. My meal was actually the pork belly agnolotti which is now in my top 5 meals. They totally under sold the deliciousness of their ice cream and apple pie desert. \n\nI will absolutely return! My only complaint is that I couldn't eat more. Next time I'm going for a steak after reading the other reviews.",
"I think that this place is going to be really good when it hits its stride.\n\nBeing that it hasn't even been open a month, I am very impressed with where they are so far.\n\nHeaded out here to visit my step mom and her friend before they spend a night with the cult of Bublé. I had read a bunch of reviews on it comparing it to Rolf and Daughters and Husk among other places - those analogies are simply wrong. This joint will at the end of the day be a solid place to eat before a show at The Schermerhorn or Bridgestone, and will not be a destination restaurant.\n\nFrom my meal, there were certainly high points, the deviled eggs are a must, and I was really pleased with the short ribs - EXCEPT FOR ONE DETAIL. This was just shy of a $30 entrée.. I got 5 sad little onions. And a few errant fava beans. That's it. There might have been a spit's worth of red wine reduction, but it could have been missed. Really? That's all you're going to pair your short ribs with? Oh wait, I could have ordered some extra side dishes at $7 a pop? I call shenanigans. \n\nI had a chance to try one of my dining partner's entrees, the burger. What the hell is up with these dry-ass hamburger buns everyone seems to be gravitating towards? Trust me, if Pharmacy is your benchmark, you need to change your benchmark. Dry. As. Hell. And the cornmeal-encrusted bacon on it was a nice touch, but not enough to save the dryyyyyy buns. DO NOT GET THE BURGER. Unless you brought your own bun. In which case, carry on.\n\nBlah blah blah farm to table, sustainable, etc etc. Yay - again, noble aspirations do not make for noble dining, but hey, you can feel good when you pay the bill. They are clearly still working out the kinks in the beer and cocktail program - would like to see where this all goes. The wife was plenty happy with her veggie plate, overall. Would probably still head to Etch if it were between this place and them, unless I wanted to go more casual.\n\nService was top-notch with our server April - she made a point of making sure our children got taken care of first. And ultimately we needed to order them more food. She was really the reason that bumped this experience from a 3 to 4 star situation. Love the ambiance, hated what I paid for dinner considering.\n\nDoes have valet parking (which was kind of a hot mess) but does not go late, so if your show is long, you might want to consider different options.",
"This is a new restaurant right across from the Schermerhorn that specializes in American classics. This even includes the bar, which only has American produced spirits. All ingredients come from local sources. While a little expensive, the food was very inventive and just excellent. From the appetizers (beer cheese and deviled eggs), to the main dishes (braised spare ribs and ribeye steak), everything was perfectly cooked, creatively served, and just delicious. The chef is also a local guy and we need to support all he is trying to do. The only negative is I thought the \"by the glass\" wine list was limited.\n\nHighly recommended.",
"I took my sales team from all over the Eastern US here this week and was pleasantly surprised at how good it was. The deviled eggs were devoured immediately and totally delicious. A couple of us were bone marrow freaks and this presentation, while appetizing, left a bit to be desired. There wasn't much to this dish. All of us ordered different entrees. The shrimp and gouda grits were so good that several ordered an additional side of gouda grits. The waitress oversold the pork chops so while they expected perfection, the chops were just good at best. Short ribs received high marks. Loved the decor and open barn feel while still being current with an edgy vibe. I will definitely go back to explore other dishes and enjoy the all-American product bar. Excellent overall for being open since October 7.",
"Love it when we leave satisfied from a new restaurant! Deviled eggs were amazing. The duck special that my wife had out of this world. My trout, totally perfect. \n\nCan't wait to return next year on our annual Nashville trip!",
"The restaurant has only been open for a few weeks but the food is still pretty good. I had the trout and it was delicious, but some of the appetizers were lacking, as were some dishes my friends got. Drinks were pretty good and atmosphere was casual and fun. Would go back but did not blow me away."
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"I lost a bet during undergrad at Carnegie Mellon (in Pittsburgh, PA) and I had to drive all the way to Philladelphia in Roxboro where he's from and bring back cheesesteaks from Dalessandro's. Homeboy even had a methodology on how to bring back the ingrediants separated from the bun. Well of course I ate one when I got there and it was one of the best I've had. It's all about whatever kind of bread it is.",
"Every trip I make to Philadelphia for a family visit, I make it a point to get a real cheese steak. We had been told about this place from my 2nd cousin and this was the 2nd time I was here, the last being about 3 years ago. Upon entering, there was a pile of chopped meat on the grill piled up about 1 foot with a base of 2 feet. Impressive. Not on the tourist route, but outstanding. The cheese almost seemed liquid, it melted so nicely, but it was true provolone. Roll is perfect. Grilled onions were perfect. Meat is chopped extremely fine making the bites go down so easy you almost are ready to order another before better judgment gets in the way. The amount of meat would put the Philly Cheese Steak Shop in the Bay area to shame. Quick service. $5.30 for what would be $9 for an inferior version in my 'hood. I recall they used to serve 40s and beer, but seems they don't any longer for some reason, which is fine since there is no reason to waste stomach space on those calories with how great their main attraction is. Also serves chicken cheese steaks.",
"The best Philly cheesesteak in Philadelphia, which makes this the best Philly cheesesteak in the... um... universe.\r\n\r\nDalessandro's is off the main drag, so if you're visiting Philadelphia as a tourist (hahahahahahaha), or you're vegan, then you're unlikely to ever go there. But know this: You would be passing up a chance to eat the best cheesesteak in the universe.\r\n\r\nIt's a typical neighborhood spot, which means it's dirty and worn, and the stools around the counter are always filled with regular guys who look like Rocky Balboa and shout f-bombs at the cook and each other.\r\n\r\nIt also means they pile a lot more meat on your steak for less money than the places you might read about in some in-flight magazine or travel book. \r\n\r\nAnd Dalessandro's melts the cheese with the meat - on the grill - so the (American) cheese is smooth and gooey. Unlike Pat's where they just lay a couple slices of cheese on the bun so they can move more units per minute.\r\n\r\nThis place is the bomb-diggity.",
"We decided to go here because it was voted best cheesesteak by the locals. I trust locals. \nThe bread was perfect. It's a bit out of the way but so worth it.",
"The best cheesesteak on earth. I can't speak to anything else they serve or any unusual preparations, but their cheesesteak with onions or sauce is my favorite in the whole city, and is certainly a cut or two above of the places that you'll see on TV.\n\nWhen I go back home, I always make a trip to Dalessandro's, but they are only open half the time. Some days they close early, sometimes they'll close for a weekend, or a whole week- so call ahead. If you're going out of your way- if you are a tourist, this will be out of your way, make sure of this. If you do get burned, the place across the street ain't bad, but you're looking for the best, aren't you?",
"I'm not one to casually throw around \"best,\" so I'll firmly admit that this one of the BETTER cheese-steaks in Philly. My friend Kevin, who's from around the way, hipped me to it years ago.\n\nI like the no-frills of Dalessandro's, without being the \"hey, we're exploiting being no frills\" feel of the South Philly grease factories. The peppers on the table here are a good look, and it's much more welcoming on a cold, snowy night than 99% of the others are. It's a cool kitchenette, with a retro feel, and a great steak to boot.\n\nIf you've never been to this area, use this attraction as a means to take you.",
"I've been going here for awhile now, not for any good reason, just because I've been conditioned to do so. The place is a little small so I never ate in. I agree with one of the other reviewers that if you take out, the bread can get a little mushy. The steaks are pretty good even though they've been sitting on the big cooked meat mound on the grill for hours and hours with who knows what buzzing around it. This place can be a little too \"no frills\" when they can't even cut your sandwich in half! They're quick and cheap and better than the one across the street.",
"So my wife dragged me to this place on our last trip back to PA. After a long treacherous journey, I was prepared to think the place was over rated... or just some place that this particular neighborhood thought was better then Pat's.\nI have to say, it was VERY good! The cheese was perfect, the bread was awesome, and the meat was juicy! I like mine with Sauce... if you like sauce, make sure you ask for it with EXTRA Sauce. \nThey even have a small bar where you can belly up and enjoy your Steak. The prices are very low. The only issue is it takes a long time for the food, but it is worth the wait!",
"Yummy! So good. Not open on Sundays. Don't try to eat inside it's always packed at the counter. I think it's cash only, but might take cards...",
"This is one delicious cheesesteak. I still prefer the one at John's Roast Pork over Dalessandro's, but this place definitely does it up right.\n\nIf you're a tourist, I would agree with what most others have said on here. Go to the famous hack job places if you want to see a sideshow, go to Dalessandro's if you want a mothereffing cheesesteak."
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"Same great ice cream as before, but way more options now. Choco Tacos, Shakes, Floats, Ice Cream Sandwiches, PINTS! Great ice cream and great staff.",
"Cute Willy Wonka feel. Love the decor. I had the lemon ginger and pistachio lemon crunch. Very rich. The small is $4, large $6.5, add a cone $1. Really needed an ice cream store downtown. Good addition to the area.",
"Ice cream is great - line moves fast. Honey ginger is so so good, but so is oatmeal cookie dough and peanut butter pretzel. Pretty much put peanut butter and chocolate and cookie dough in anything and I will die of happiness. The only complaint I have is with the price - $4 for a very very small amount, but it's worth it if it's just every once in a while for some really unique flavors!",
"I love the quality and creativity that HUB puts into their ice cream. Naturally, I'm thrilled that there is an entire shop dedicated to their craft!\n\nI came here with some friends on opening night. There was a fun DJ and a line wrapping around the corner. There was little to no wait, as service was very efficient. With a small cup, you can have as many as two flavors. I shared a serving of cookies & cream and mint chocolate with my BF. I think the cookies & cream is superb - the huge chunks of Oreos won me over :)\n\nNow that the temperatures are rising, I'm glad that there is an ice cream shop downtown I can frequent. Plus, the space is very clean and lively. A well-deserved five stars.",
"Its great that HUB has its own ice cream shop now. There are alcoholic options and homemade whoopie pies. The regular mundane items, like shakes are kind over priced. I can get a cheaper chocolate shake a DQ and it would be just as good. But for unique items, this is the place to go.",
"Amazing ice cream, tremendous service.\n\nLost a star...which they will gain back on my follow up - for not having chocotacos!",
"Very cool interior designs. Wide variety of ice cream flavors, I had the cookies and cream which was better than any store brand. Kid size cone was perfect amount for me. Staff explained the flavors, like After School Snack, but didn't offer assistance or be genuinely friendly. Samples are available.",
"Great new place downtown! Friendly staff and great ice cream selection! A must visit.",
"This stuff is really good! They're pretty generous on their tastings, and they've got some fun flavors to play with. All of them have solid ice cream behind them. They're creamy, but not too rich. It's some high quality stuff.\n\nI scored three flavors. \nThe first, and personal favorite of them, was Oatmeal Cookie Dough. They've done a really good job. It tasted like a glorious half-baked cookie that's been coated twice over in milk. \nSecond was their Be Kind Crunch. It's caramel based and they've thrown in some heath bar, m&m's, and skinny pretzel sticks. All of the additions played well on the salted caramel base. It was good, but I think their other flavors are better.\nThird was Peanut Butter Pretzels. This was awesome! Their peanut butter ice cream is delicious. I'm a bit biased in that I love some PB, but I still think they rocked it. Their buttered pretzels they threw in there were meh, but the chocolate ganache ribbon totally made it work. I would most definitely partake of this again.\n\nThey've put together a nice atmosphere. Not much room to sit down for the amount of people that were in there, but I really like what they've put together. \n\nThe only downside is the price. You're pretty much paying $2 per scoop. I mean, it's some good ice cream and a lot of people were there, but you're going to pay for this sweet frozen nectar.",
"It's perfect. It's so cute on the inside. The new space allows for you to just get ice cream and not have to pack into the crowded restaurant. They even have other treats, such as whoopie pies and homemade choco tacos (omg!). The waffle cones are absolutely delicious and compliment all of their creative flavors. My two favorites are the oatmeal cookie dough and the birthday party."
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"We're from Orange County, CA and just sprung upon this place by chance.. Danielle Anderson took care of us completely! She was so attentive and I really felt the southern comfort with her. The food was amazing! Frog legs, duck bombs, the seafood étouffée, jambalaya, and gumbo.. Um bomb?!?! Yes! Will def recommend this spot- ask for Danielle!",
"Visiting New Orleans for my dirty 30, and decided to stop at Jax Brewhouse for some food and drinks. Our server Danielle Anderson took great care of us! The food was amazing, the brews were tasty! 5 out of 5 stars, would dine again!",
"We were looking for a good po'boy... And was nicely greeted at the door and sat in Danielle's section. She was wonderful, she gave us great advice on the menu and she also gave us great suggestions on what spots to visits while in NOLA. If you get a chance stop in and see her!! Thank you Danielle your a gem!!!",
"Food was alright. Staff was very friendly. I ordered a salad and asked for added chicken (which was an additional $6). My husband got the burger which was a little on the cold side when it was brought to our table. Fries were delicious.",
"Great all around. Great local drafts, great service. Good prices for all the beers and a great brunch. There's live music on the weekend. Would definitely recommend stopping in. Had a great bartender named Blake that seemed to know everything. I come here all the time.",
"Great service from Katie and yummy beers! Fun atmosphere and good views of the river.",
"Food was great! Ronald and Kaylee were awesome and helped us avoid some tourist mistakes.\n\nWe'll be back. Thanks guys!",
"Had a great time, Ronald was awesome and Kaylee was very nice and helpful with suggestions on food and drinks",
"Great central location for our visit to New Orleans! Tried alot of very tasty local beers but my favorite was their new watermelon wheat ale. Probably my favorite ale I've ever had. The bartender at the time, Jackie, was very friendly and great to talk to as well :)",
"Clay has been extremely accommodating and personable, and has really done well to make us feel at home here. I'm from Texas, but I would totally take this place as a repeat performance. Cheers to him, and thank you!!"
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"Good, cheap Mexican food. What more do you need to know?",
"Great beer, large size drinks, amazing tacos, chilling bar, cool people. Definitely worth a visit.",
"Came into the Anderson location for brunch and the huevos rancheros were amazing.",
"Incredible tacos and beer; friendly staff and clean (unlike the other location). I go here a lot, you'll love it!",
"Good, moderately-priced Mexican food. Service is generally fast and efficient.",
"Service is OK, the food is as expected not true Mexican but it can be consumed, my choice is the Carnitas W/ yellow Rice and Refried beans.",
"My fave Mexican place. Margaritas are HUGE and priced affordably! Food is affordable too. Service makes it more \"authentic\". Atmosphere is good for dates. Can be good for kids because it's not too quiet and they have a kids menu with both Mexican food and \"American\" staple food. Perfect place to go to before or after a movie, which is next to it. Also has both an indoor and outdoor bar with outside seating...great for after work.",
"Below average Mexican food. I've had much better at many other places. The food here is one step above Taco Bell in my opinion. The chicken was dry...you could tell it hadn't been marinating and the sauce was thrown on at the last second. The mashed potatoes were instant. The rice was bland. I've eaten a LOT of spanish food and this was near the bottom. The margarita was fine but nothing out of this world.\nOur server said she was new and couldn't really answer any questions we had so that was also a bit annoying. \nThe decor was nice and it was fairly clean. \nThe price was little much for the quality but not too bad.\nOverall, if you don't know what good authentic spanish/mexican cooking is you'll probably like it a lot. However if you are the slightest bit familiar with spanish food above the Taco Bell level then you'll be greatly disappointed.",
"Great place to eat decent Mex food and drink cheap. Make sure you ask for Elizabeth or chris on Fridays.",
"I'm the first to admit I am not a Mexican food connoisseur. But I can spot good food when I see it, and Vallartas is serving it up.\n\nThey offer complimentary chips and salsa. The chips were warm and crispy, and the salsa was tasty. We ordered the bean dip and it came with some liquid white cheese on top I could have done without, but it was delicious nonetheless. I had their biggest burrito and my wife had the shrimp fajitas. Both plates were impressive. If you like shrimp, order the shrimp fajitas. I know I will next time.\n\nI like the atmosphere as it is somewhat elegant in an Outback kind of way. Service was decent and I absolutely loved the oversized soda glasses.\n\nI am a big fan of Miguel's and of Carmelita's. I'd rank Vallartas behind these two but certainly worthy of my recommendation. I'll be coming back for sure to try other dishes and perhaps revise my rating. For now i call it A-OK."
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"First time trying this new place and let me tell you, not disappointed. The place itself is small, hence the name, but the food was great. It's right next door to the Wildcat Lounge and it's super convinient after a night of dancing when you start to get hungry. I personally tried the Chicken Marsala and the serving size was perfect. The chicken was cooked just right and the flavor was perfection. There is not a lot on the menu to choose from but what do you expect from a late night stop. Overall, great food and a decent price. I will be returning ;)",
"SO good. Can't wait to come back. We ordered more than I'd care to admit and were incredibly impressed with every item. A hidden gem in SB that I will certainly be heading back to :)",
"If you haven't been here after a great night next door at the Wildcat Lounge, report to the principal's office! Seriously, the food here is amazing! I've had just about everything on the late night menu, and all I can say is: Those cheeseburger egg rolls & Bangkok Street Fries /pulled pork, though! Grace Austin really serves up the deliciousness just like her bartending days - straight with no chaser! When you're waiting for your taxi, Uber, or friends, stop in and grab a bite or several!",
"Greasy drunk grub that seems like a good idea when you stumble out of the Shitty Kitty, but will send you into a serious shame spiral when you awake with siracha fries on your face and a half eaten ground beef egg roll by your side. Just saying. Not that that happened to me....",
"I really wanted to like this place because it's so close to where I live but I was very disappointed. They have ONE vegetarian option and I tried to make it vegan but they still gave me thousand islands!! I ordered to go so I didn't realize until it was too late. Also, my fries were soggy! There's a lot of potential, this is a fairly new business so I hope they figure it out and step it up. I won't be going back to find out.",
"My boss took us on a company lunch here so I had to give Little Kitchen a second chance. The general manager was very nice and this time I did get the vegan version of the vegetarian burger, unlike last time. I ordered a side salad this time and I really enjoyed it. It had lettuce, corn, and cucumber. My coworker ordered fries and they were not soggy this time.",
"Bottom Line: You had me at Cheese-Steak...\n\nI was dropping my broken car off at the VW dealership and needed to drown my sorrows in a sandwich. This was literally the first place I saw that had food - didn't want to stop at the first place I saw but there was something about that cheese steak that just seemed perfect for my day.\n The dammed thing is $11 so I had pretty high expectations. It was pretty big which was nice. It had a nice large pile of peppers and onions on it, which was nice. The thing was tricky to eat for sure but hit the spot.\n\nIf I had one piece of constructive criticism for them it would be to charge less than $3 to add a side salad that couldnt cost more than $.30 to make. I would have gone for it if it had been even $2...\n\nOver all, liked this spot! A lot of thought went into it and the people that work there are good. Good service, friendly, approachable.\n\nNeed to go back and see whats up with the Banh Mi....",
"Came in after last call and asked what they'd recommend - ended up with one of the best, albeit messy, philly cheese steaks I've ever had. \nStaff was was awesome and friendly.\n\nLooking forward to trying more of their menu - great addition to the SB late night scene.",
"A couple stars for the restaurant environment & food creativity. Staff were friendly. A group of us tried 4 dishes--Bahn mi, Bangkok Street Fries, French Toast & the Cheeseburger egg rolls. I can see this restaurant doing well with the drunk crowd, but not being wasted, the food tasted just ok overall. Not worth the heartburn. The street fries were the best with the Siracha & peanuts. The Bahn mi sliders were just ok, too salty and boring (go to Blue Owl for Bahn Mi). The egg rolls were disgusting. The French toast was ok, too cooked/toasted for my taste. The Tikka Masala sounds interesting. Maybe I'll try that the next time I stay late at the shitty kitty, but wouldn't come here for food otherwise.",
"Popped in last night around 11:30. Ordered the breakfast sandwich. Such a disappointment. The brioche bun was absolutely stale. The egg was just an egg and whatever the meat was was grossly dry and flavorless. I def will not go back."
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"For me the best gelato I ever had is to be found in Florence, Italy, at Vivoli. So, I'm always open to find a product close to theirs and am not likely to find it for several reasons. Among them, the quality of the produce they use. Extraordinary fruits and vegetables.\nMy experience at Allegro left me somewhat confused and I will return when I have the time to talk with them. As I understand it, there are several basic types of, what they call, gelato there. Water-based (not gelato, I think), yogurt based, and \"regular.\" I tasted 3 flavors, hazel nut (\"regular\") chocolate (\"regular\") and strawberry (\"regular\" and water-based)\nBoth of the strawberries were intensely flavored and really delicious, one creamy and the other like sorbet-maybe they called the water-based one \"sorbet\" and not \"gelato.\" The hazelnut, on the other hand, (\"regular\") had an unusual texture so that the finished product was not very smooth as the nuts were more coarsely ground. I didn't mind the texture but it lacked flavor and for me, was really pretty tasteless. The chocolate was intense and okay. I ordered a 1/2 strawberry and 1/2 chocolate as I love fruit and chocolate together a lot.\nThe display was definitely not traditional, two rotating mechanical devices that hold the containers of product and turn them around in a circle. Some flavors were repeated in each and some were not. Again it was, for me, very confusing. And, I am accustomed to seeing gelato displayed beautifully and in a less sterile manner. The gelato in Italy is so beautiful to behold.\nSo, at the moment, I'm not convinced that I prefer this to Frost, another gelateria, and will reserve judgment. Definitely will go back and sample other flavors and try to figure this out.\nThe server was very pleasant and most generous in offering tastes. He gave me a coupon worth %25 discount next time. I just noted the expiration date: 10/18/10, but I'll try to redeem it anyway.",
"I yelled out (yelped out?) \"I want ice cream!\" from the backseat of my friend's car, and he obligingly drove us over to Allegro. Boy, am I glad he did! Sure, it's not actually ice cream (because gelato isn't really ice cream). It's better!\n\nMy advice: Try everything! Some high points of my tasting menu were the apple, carrot, and custard options. It's worth trying several different flavors so you can really appreciate how awesome this gelato really is. The flavors have a BANG!, and it's impressive that there's so much constancy across the board. I ended up getting two flavors combined in one cup: vanilla and apple. Every bite was an apple pie a la mode explosion. \n\nI can't wait to go back for more!",
"Now this is gelato! The young Italian owner proudly gave us sample after sample, modestly extolling the virtues of his all-natural creations. The two enormous, spaceship-like coolers are the focus in this small store, but the fresh, unique flavors seal the deal. My favorites were fennel, apple, and coffee. They all tasted real... imagine that! This place beats Frost in my opinion. The flavors are richer, more distilled. Come on Tucson, give Allegro some love!",
"Hey, girl! as you enter = equivalent to Prego!\n\nLove this place! Reminds me of gelato in Italy except fresher. They make the all natural gelato in-store. The hazelnut is extraordinary.\n\nThere is not that much to say except there are a lot of gelato and sorbet flavors, and you probably could sample all of them within three visits - that is how generous they are with wanting you to sample their gelato.\n\nFavorite flavors - peppermint, hazelnut, coffee, allegro (amaretto?), and saffron (flavor of the month)\n\nFor the coffee gelato, they drip the coffee through their espresso machine and then add it to the gelato - how awesome is that?\n\nThe medium size is packed generously and you can get more than one flavor in the cup - it is $4.50.\n\nHow does this place compare to Frost? I still like both!\n\nBye, girl! as you leave = equivalent to Ciao Bella! \n\nThe only thing that could make this gelato place better is if they said \"Ciao Bella\" - I would go there every day if that were the standard like Italy :).",
"My favorite things about this place:\n-The freezers. They look cool, but they are behind a sealed lid. This is significant because it's winter, it's cold outside, and it's the right compromise for it to be actually cozy warm when you sit inside without melting the gelato.\n-The chocolate with cayenne gelato is actually potent with heat. It's cold creamy gelato so of course it won't leave you panting, but it has a good strong kick to keep you awake.\n-There are quirky flavors like fennel and saffron that aren't so commercial.\n-The tables are glass. It's easy to see any smudge on glass so there's no hiding it. The tables are always spotless so you know they always keep everything clean.\n-The Italian guy has a natural strong accent but is still very conversational and friendly.\n\nThe one negative would be parking, but it's walking distance from my house being a UA student so I don't mind. I'm glad to have excellent gelato in this part of town without any sacrifice in quality.",
"This place is wonderful! Finally an artisan that actually makes the gelato from fresh real ingredients instead of just opening a flavor package made in Italy. This guy truly takes pride in his product. Do yourself a favor and stop by. You will be very pleased. Try the pistacho!",
"Wonderful service; we tried so many flavors and pairings before deciding. This is as good as gelato can get, so be sure to give it a try. They have fennel and saffron and cinnamon, unique flavors!",
"Incredible gelato here.\n\nThis gelato is made in-house by the owner. The ingredients are high quality and the flavors are amazing. The nutty flavors (pistachio, almond, hazelnut) are particularly excellent. \n(And yes...it's better than Frost...) \n\nAlso, they happen to have an AWESOME hot chocolate. The owner whips the whipped cream topping fresh to-order right in front of you with his KitchenAid mixer.",
"Allegro has the best gelato in Tucson hands down! I can't even begin to describe how amazing the gelato is here. The classic flavors like chocolate and coffee are amazingly creamy and super rich. The fruit flavors don't just taste Like the fruit they ARE the fruit! I had the grapefruit flavor last time I went, IT WAS AMAZING! They also have awesome funky flavors like Carrot, Cayenne Chocolate, Biscotti. The gelatos are soooo fresh, the flavor is amazzzing and it really just puts all other gelato places in Tucson to shame. YOU MUST TRY ALLEGRO!\n\n...and the guy Ivan who work there / owns the place, is super nice and can tell you all about how he makes each flavor.",
"Close you eyes and imagine eating the best gelato ever. Now go to Allegro and get the real experience. Ivan, the Italian borne manager, will let me taste as many flavors as I wanted until I found my favorite flavor: coconut. \n\nHe has the usual suspects: Vanilla, Chocolate, etc., but he has a few tricks up his sleeve like fennel and saffron. But, all the flavors share something in common. They are all delicious. Now, let's talk about the ambiance...think The Jetsons landed in Tucson. The freezers are out of this world, but they are vessels to old fashion style gelato - real ingredients no mixes. I am proud to be an Allegro Gelato groupie, and I can't wait until I go back for more."
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"The grand opening was tonight, the wife and I decided to check em' out. We did a OpenTable reservation. This location is much bigger than its sister property in Philly. The place was packed. They have a nice mix of table-tops and booth seating. The bar is quite large w/ a perimeter dining area as well. (we observed quite a few people eating at the bar). \n\n* Food: For an appetizer we had the 'Breads & Spreads', it was great. (the pepper spread, smoky hummus & veg dip was bangin', we also liked the puffed pita bread). The Rigatoni Short-Rib Bolognese was excellent (pasta was cooked al dente, the sauce was velvety delicious). The 'Colonial Burger' was very good (cooked the way I ordered it, good bun-to-meat ratio, meat was seasoned/flavorful). The snow-flake type of roll was fresh. For desert, we got the mixed cookie plate, it was fun and delicious. We also got this chocolate cake that had some sort of nougat topping...... that was very good.\n\n* Drinks: They have a decent draft selection, very nice beer bottle selection. The 'Bee's Knees' gin cocktail was excellent. Kate enjoyed her red wine (Cabernet).\n\n* Service: Our server (Sandy) was EXCELLENT (professional/friendly fun). She gave us the prefect mix of attention and space. Our water glasses were continuously refreshed.\n\n* Pricing: Very reasonable. I don't remember seeing any menu item over $30.00. I would say that if possible, go with another couple (or more) so you can do family style and share a bunch of plates! \n\n* Suggestions/Problems/Observations: For being the grand-opening day, it went super smooth. We did notice that our ' 'Breads & Spreads' appetizer was missing the chickpea fries, no big deal. I was surprised that I did not see any fish dish on the menu (only thing seafood related was the scallops)... I imagine once the Market side of the restaurant is operational, they will offer more seafood items? \n\nWe are looking forward to returning, so much more to try!",
"Because the original Farm and Fisherman is a favorite of the hubs and I, we saw it as a bit of divine intervention that we had to be in Cherry Hill on the day that The Farm and Fisherman Tavern opened. As soon as we made the connection, we made a reservation.\n\nUnfortunately, we weren't too terribly hungry when our reservation time arrived, so we opted to be seated in the bar area. Ian the bartender was awesome...supremely knowledgeable about the drinks and food. We ended up ordering drinks and the Bloody Beet Salad and New Jersey Spuds, both of which were completely tasty. For dessert I had the pumpkin mousse (delicious) and the husband had warm apple crumble (which was also wonderful). \n\nI was especially impressed by how attentive the staff was...we were checked on several times (and not in an obnoxious way). Overall, we had a wonderful experience and I'd go so far as to say it's the best food we've ever had in South Jersey.",
"Found this new spot because of yelp. What a great find! We opted to sit at the bar, so we could chat it up with the bartenders. The staff is friendly, the beer selection is great, and the food is to delicious! We both got burgers, which melted in your mouth. While we we're waiting for our food, we continued to browse the menu and pick dinners for our next few visits. I believe we may be a regular here! This is the place South jersey has been missing for awhile. A good food, non chain, not pretentious restaurant, with a corner bar atmosphere.",
"Last minute decision to try out F & F and since it is so close to our house, it was a no brainer. We were very surprised at how well the restaurant functioned after having only been open for 7-10 days. Our waitress (Sandy) was GREAT. She was attentive, great sense of humor and was there when we needed something.\nThe duck confit salad was excellent, the BLT with 24hr roasted tomato was awesome and their flourless choc cake with nougat was very good. I loved their beer menu (draft and bottle) and the Bees Knees was voted their best gin concoction.\nWe will be back and often.",
"We were excited to try this place after having a wonderful meal in Philly at the original Farm and Fisherman. I must say that I'm a little biased because I think SJ has some amazing BYOBs so going anyplace where I have to pay $60 for a bottle wine sets me back a bit, but I will try not to let that distract me from this review. Loved the bar with the true tavern feel. We opted to sit in the dining area which was comfy but I wasn't crazy about the overhead lighting. Felt like we were in a spotlight. Ordered the calamari which was delish- light and airy. For our entrees we had the rigatoni bolognese with short ribs and the tavern steak. Both were tasty - especially the tavern steak. Highly recommend. Glad we came but to be honest, this place didn't have anything special over the wonderful restaurant (BYOBs) in neighboring Collingswood.",
"Loved it. Wonderful experience. Great service. Fine food as expected. Will definitely revisit many times to come.",
"My boyfriend suggested that we swing by the new Farm & Fisherman Tavern while in Jersey for a party, and I was all too happy to oblige. I love the Lawler's restaurant on Pine Street so I was excited to check out their more casual Jersey location. \n\nWhen you walk in, there is a small market and deli section to the right of the bar area. The bar is in the center and features some high top tables, and the dining room is a bit more sectioned off on its own to the right. We were seated in the dining room in sort of a semi-booth that faces out to the room. It's hard to explain, but these booths are a little awkward because it feels like you are staring at the people seated in the booth directly across from you. But on the plus side, these quasi-booths are quite roomy for two. A little tight for a family of four, though, from what we could see. \n\nWe started with a couple beers from the solid selection of draughts and bottles. The chips and onion dip went along perfectly. We continued the tour of taters with the \"crushed and crispy NJ spuds\" appetizer. This featured a medley of potatoes, a sour cream sauce, some sort of earthy green sauce and pieces of bacon. Tasty, not life-changing. \n\nMy tavern steak with salsa verde, Kennett Square mushrooms, crispy onion straws and au gratin potatoes was excellent. It came exactly medium rare as requested and paired awesomely with a Dogfish Head 60 Minute. With zero room left for dessert, we opted for some strong coffees to get us through our second party of the night. \n\nService was solid and the dining room was full by the time we left. I text messaged a friend who lives nearby to let her know I found the location for our next double date. Looking forward to next time!",
"The food is overpriced and the quality is not that good. I ordered Rigatoni and short ribs of which all I got was 95% rigatoni. If I wanted a bowl of Rigatoni I would have went to Café Lamberti which by the way has much better quality food They did not have a popular beer Coors Light instead the only commercial beer was Miller Lite.\n This was my first time there and will be my last as I would never go back there. There are a number of restaurants which have better quality food for less money.",
"After coming here on a Sunday afternoon, shot down the market was not up and running for business yet. We came back on a Saturday night for early dinner around 6ish. It was a packed house but we scored seats at the bar. The wait for seating was bout 2 hours for a party of two. The beer selection was plentiful with great locals making the list as well as many other crafts. I ordered the deviled eggs. The white was either a bit over boiled or has been in the fridge for a while, taste was nothing to rave about. I never had calamari like theirs before. It was accompanied with a succotash. It was a bit too soaked with the succotash for my liking. I like my calamari crispy and crunchy. The calamari itself tasted fresh. I suppose i gotta try other items on the menu. On the other hand, the guy raved about his blt. I've never heard him like a simple blt like this before. I think it was because the bread was buttered heavily. I got a forkful of his salad and it was delish. Hey i ended up buying a gift certificate for christmas here so obviously i approve. I just gotta try something else on the menu. I was a bit turned off that the market area was open for people to walk around in. They weren't open for business, people were just lingering waiting for their tables.",
"Regional produce & locally-sourced foods: I'm in. A friend and I ate here recently on a Wednesday. We were seated quickly due to our small party, but I noticed some families waiting. Upon entering the dining area, the layout seemed a bit awkward with 90-degree booths plopped here and there. In one spot there were a few tall tables. There were regular free-standing tables. Simple décor and a color scheme of contrasting light blue walls/orange cushions coupled with low lighting created an interesting vibe.\n\nWe started with the \"crushed & crispy NJ spuds\" and the \"breads and spreads.\" I could have done without the potato appetizer; it contained blue potato chips and not-very-crushed potatoes. There were a fairly useless green sauce, sour cream, and bacon chunks. The \"breads\" was one big warm pita accompanied on a wooden platter by unspectacular hummus, a quinoa salad with a kick, a cold broccoli mix, a tasty kale 'dip,' a nice romesco sauce, pickled vegetables, and chickpea fries. Overall, I liked this platter but may like it better served differently/with other bread/or something.\n\nBy the time we moved onto the entrée, I was pretty full. This may be in part due to the fact that I am getting over strep, but I'd guess it is unnecessary to have so many starters between two people in general. I ordered the vegetarian farrotto. So, I'm pretty sure this was barley and it came with mushrooms, squash, and kale. Additionally, there was a not insubstantial amount of cheese on top. It was fairly hearty and could have used a seasoning touch-up (read: fell a little flat). I was not able to finish, and our waiter boxed it up for me. The apricot wheat beer I had was really nice with everything.\n\nMy friend was not thrilled with his dish. He had the tavern steak. The waiter raved about this new style cut of meat that comes from the shoulder. First of all, it looked tiny in portion size, and secondly it came already cut up. There was really no reason to bring him a steak knife, because my friend did hardly any cutting. The plating was messy and the extras (mushrooms, potatoes, sauce) were underwhelming, he told me. Not to mention the steak itself, which was wanting in seasoning (is this a trending observation?).\n\nOverall, I really like what F&F Tavern aims to do but feel it is perhaps not up to par for what they charge, even considering that local stuff can cost a bit more."
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"Get expresso and coffee , teas, smoothies, fresh bread goods.",
"My favorite cup of coffee just shut there doors so I am hunting again. I have been here a few times now and I think they do a good job with the coffee drinks. I can't rattle off any better coffee in Tucson right off the tip of my tongue. I can't believe this town has no excellent coffee, what a bummer. I would like to try the food here. It looks veggie friendly and I know they do some shopping at the co-op across the way which I like, cause i like organic. Like i said the coffee is good!",
"Convenient. Good smoothies. Pep stop when shopping 4th.",
"Adorable. Fabulous. Wonderful. Hippie. Idyllic. \n\nWe came here for breakfast and I had a bagel with cream cheese, avocado, tomatoes and sprouts along with plain yogurt with fruit. That's pretty much the best meal ever for me. How did you guys know that I like my yogurt plain? No one ever had plain yogurt. You don't need sugar or flavoring folks! Just fruit! YUM!\n\nThe coffee was awesome and the patio was pleasant. After having breakfast at Cafe Milano days and days in a row, this was not only a nice change but just as delicious.",
"When I first moved to Tucson 10 months ago, I would often bike to 4th Avenue and spend my mornings at Cafe Passe.\n\nAt that time I was, and still am, addicted to their iced vanilla lattes. I love how they give you basil and tomato for your bagel and cream cheese. Their food menu is a little pricey but features super-fresh ingredients from local vendors.\n\nThe interior features a different local artist every month and the cafe always has the best music playing. The patio out back is pretty spectacular. Just all around good vibes. The only bummer is they have $5 purchase limit to use a debit/credit card.",
"This cafe is great, with tasty espresso and sweets and a friendly atmosphere. It is in a good location on 4th avenue, right next to the Antigone bookstore. They play good music too. I recommend it. Check out both Sabine's Cafe Passe and Cafe Zope, which is nearby. They are the kind of cafes that give character to a neighborhood.",
"The food is always amazing, as are the employees. They have a nice quiet back patio that is perfect. And they really do always have some awesome music playing. : )",
"Good panini, coffee, smoothies. Very nice backyard. Wi-Fi",
"The drinks are all well prepared and delicious. What gets my 5 star rating are the friendly staff and the absolute charming atmosphere of the place, as well as it's location. Also the drink variety makes me pleased, as many coffee locations are rather limited to the basic coffee and mocha variety. So far, not a one of them disappoints. Also, it's always a pleasure to take in the art they consistently replace on the wall, showcasing local artists. Not enough places pay homage to local artistry like this. So there's a treat for your eyes as well as your tastebuds.",
"Cool place! Awesome bagel sandwiches, great coffee drinks, and a fantastic, huge patio area out back. One problem: YELP DOESN'T KNOW WHERE IT IS. My Android app's map places it on the Air Force base, even though it lists the correct address. Dont be fooled: it's near 4th av & 6th st!"
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"I agree 100% with Jonathon! The food was spicy and flavorful, and the bread was unusual but good. The tea is a hidden jewel so be sure to order it.\n\nGreat place to go with a group.",
"Really good food. The injeera is definitely an acquired taste, but the food is so flavorful, it's definitely worth a visit. \n\nThe sambosas are TO DIE FOR. You must try these as an appetizer. \n\nThe service is really good. Queen of Sheba is a very friendly, laid back place.",
"I have driven by this place a lot. It's on my way home. But I never stopped. Then I got this coupon on restaurant.com. \n\nI was going to go on Friday, but no one was there (it was early at 6p), so we went somewhere else. But Saturday I decided to look at the other Yelpers comments. All good (as you can see) and so we went. \n\nIt was 7:15p and still no one was there, but we went anyway. It was kinda eeery until we got inside. No other customers were there, but it was clean and the two people who worked there were very very nice and quite hospitable. Barack (sp?) is from Eritrea via LA then here to the Lou. He was trained as an engineer at USC. The restaurant has been here for 3 years. The food is really Abyssinian in origin and it's exceptional. \n\nWe started with the sambosas (both beef and lentil) -- kind of like a Chinese eggroll. Both excellent (I liked the beef better, my partner preferred the mashed lentils)! And the chili dipping sauce was very tasty too. \n\nThen we had the goat curry and the lamb tibs. The goat curry was quite flavorful and prepared with great care as they took the goat meat off of the bones. If you've ever had goat curry, it's usually cooked on the bones and those damn goats are quite bony animals, so ... it's quite a service to have someone debone it for you. Comes with a rice pilaf, also tasty. \n\nBut ... the best part of the meal was the lamb tibs. Chunks of lamb in a spicy red sauce with onions and it was a good portion. It was served ON African bread (injeera) that you tear off and use to pickup the lamb and eat the whole thing. It also came with a great lentil dish (one of the best I have ever had) and a potato, cabbage, and carrot dish that was quite good as well (both placed on the injeera too). All were eaten with the bread. And the best part is that, when you are finished with all the lamb, lentil, and potato/cabbage/carrot dish, all those delectable juices have soaked into the injeera upon which it was sitting, and then you eat the sauce soaked injeera too. WOW! \n\nOh, and they have this home-made honey wine that will kick your ass ($5 a glass). \n\nThey are busier later in the evening cause they're open until 1:30a on Friday and Saturday with a full service bar and drink specials ($4 Cuba Libre). They even have live music on some nights. \n\nAuthentic and tasty. This is definitely the best African food in St. Louis WOAD (without a doubt)!",
"Hm, I wasn't sure what rating to give this place. The food was delicious but the service was terrible, which is why I couldn't bring myself to give it the 5 stars the food may deserve.\n\nMy boyfriend and I tried this place out on a Saturday night around 6:45pm since we had a restaurant.com gift certificate. The place was very empty, although it says it's open till past midnight and there was supposedly a WashU party going on later that night.. In any case, we were the only customers in the place for a while and it was a bit awkward at times.\n\nThe lady serving us was nice at first, and she reminded us that since we were using the gift certificate, they were giving us $25 of their money for us to enjoy their meal. We smiled politely and checked out the menu.\n\nAfter she left, a guy (we assumed he was the owner) came over to us and began inquiring about us in the most awkward way imaginable. He stood over us asking what schools we went to, what we studied, and what nationalities we were. The conversation definitely wasn't flowing, especially since when we tried to ask him a question he interrupted us to ask another one.. hm. \n\nHe also then reiterated the fact that since we were using the gift certificate he was covering $25 of our meal. We smiled politely once again, slightly peeved this time...\n\nThe items on the menu were so cheap and since there were only 2 of us, it was actually difficult to get our bill to the minimum of $35 in order to use the certificate. For the amount that we got, we were pleasantly surprised at the prices. The appetizers were less than $5, the specials were about $15 and everything else was in between. They could definitely charge more if they wanted to, although I'm glad they don't!\n\nWe ended up ordering the samboosa appetizer which I wasn't particularly impressed by (think semi-bland spring roll stuffed with ground beef and a mildly spicy sauce to go with it) and a glass of honey wine which is definitely a kick in the mouth. It kicked me a bit too hard but my boyfriend loved it.\n\nWe ordered the goat curry chef's special (a giant plate of goat curry with rice) and my boyfriend enjoyed it thoroughly. I thought it was good but my lamb tibs were better; lamb chunks with onions and hot peppers in a flatbread, similar to the bread we tried in an Ethiopian restaurant (but less sour) with a delicious side salad. \n\nWe definitely enjoyed the meal and were stuffed by the end of it. When the lady came by with the bill, she stood over us and tried to convince us to order more appetizers. We told her we were stuffed and would like the check. She told us to order another appetizer to qualify for the gift certificate. We told her that we had calculated the cost already and we knew it was over $35. \nAt that point she reluctantly handed over the bill and rudely said 'well, your total comes to $36, and we're paying for $25 of that, so you should order something else, but I guess that's fine, you want to be cheap, whatever.' \nThen she walked away and stood on the side sulking while we paid. \n\nI assume restaurants put certificates up on restaurant.com in order to raise awareness of their food and so people will want to try it out and come again regardless of a coupon!\nI have never experienced this in any restaurant in my entire life.. although I do realize that it's a cultural difference. Americans are great with customer service, but I have been to many other countries and eaten at many different cuisines with mostly terrible service and delicious food. This was still the worst though.\n\nThe food was delicious but I'm not sure I'd want to deal with that service again.",
"This place must be one of the best kept secrets in St. Louis. From the outside, you might not expect such a nice restaurant. But inside, is a well decorated cozy place. And the food is excellent! If you've never had East African food, treat yourself to it right here in St. Louis.",
"The beautiful wife selected our destination tonight and I'm glad she did. The Queen of Sheba beat my expectations, though it wasn't perfect.\n\nWe started off with the beef sambosas. These resembled Chinese egg rolls more than the sambosas at Meskerem. And they were a bit too oily. The accompanying sauce was OK, but could have used to extra kick to it.\n\nWe then had the timatim salad, which felt like it would have been better suited for a Greek place -- sliced tomatoes, greens, and feta, with a nice vinaigrette on it. It _was_ good, but just a bit unexpected.\n\nSo, this really sounds like a 4 star review, right? Well, that's because I haven't gotten to the entrees yet.\n\nThe beautiful wife had the curried goat (and asked for it to be super spicy hot). It delivered. I'll let her review sing its praises, but it was the hit of the meal.\n\nI had the key wat (cubed beef in beef seasoned with berbere). Described as being \"hot\" I didn't mimic the wife's demand for extra spicy, so while it was flavorful, it lacked the wonderful heat of her dish.\n\nThe key wat was served over injera (which I love). It wasn't as sour as other places, but served it purpose. Beyond that, there was a bit of salad served with it (a combo with veggies is available).\n\nThey lack a drink menu, though they have a chalkboard with specials listed. Unfortunately, that meant instead of sampling the honey wine or Ethiopian beer, we ended up getting Long Island Iced Teas. Which just seemed completely weird. BUT, they were expertly made. So mark me down as impressed.\n\nThe owner/chef come out and checked with us on the food (and the spice level) and was very friendly.\n\nThe location is off-Loop, so it was only us and a party of 6 or so, but the food and drinks were prompt.\n\nWe'll be back.",
"So this was the third Ethiopian restaurant that I had been to in STL, so I had pretty high expectations for this place. I was craving that injera and I was ready for some lamb and good sauces, and I heard about this place (I think they have the most advertisements/publicity of any Ethiopian restaurant in the area. I could be wrong, but I see their name a LOT!).\n\nDécor: Decently sized. I think it's funny that in the corner of the restaurant is a DJ set-up.. uhhh? Compared to Meskerem and the other Ethiopian place on the loop, it's not as cozy, and this place was pretty empty when we were there (it was for lunch on a weekday, I think).\n\nService: The lady was very nice. She checked up on us quite often and the man came by and chatted us up a bit. That was pretty cool.\n\nFood: We started off with the appetizer of some type of egg roll sorta thing. I personally didn't like the egg roll because I found it too greasy. The sauce, though, was really good, but I could have done without this appetizer.\n\nAs for our entrée, I can't remember what we got, but it's probably the combo of some sort so we could try different things. It was all really good and as always, I was stuffed beyond normal constraints, as was my friend. \n\nBottom Line: This place is fine and dandy in all aspects of service and food and if it's your first time doing Ethiopian, it's good. But personally, I like Meskerem better because it's a tad cheaper there and the food is just as good and I like the décor of the restaurant better. But give this place a shot, no harm in trying!",
"Initially I came to The Queen of Sheba for a belly dance event. I'm glad I did because we had dinner and the food was delicious! We ordered a combo platter and the curry goat. The curry goat was so good it makes you want to lick the plate. We enjoyed the combo platter as well, it's nice to share food when you don't really know what you are ordering. \n\nAs others have stated, this place is missing customers. I've been there only for belly dance events on Sunday nights and the place is mostly just dancers and their friends. Maybe one day word of mouth will help this place out. I hope it happens sooner than later because the curry goat is a must try!\n\nThe owner/server is really nice and he made sure we enjoyed ourselves. My only complaint is he needs one more employee to make sure things move along more smoothly. If you are in a hurry you might want to come back another time where you can relax and enjoy your meal. No hurry here, which I like, but only when I am prepared for it.",
"The food here is really good. I've been here twice -- once more than a year ago with some friends and last night for take out. Both times the food has been fantastic. \n\nLast night, I picked up some samboosas (ground beef deep fried in a sping-roll style skin) and the legas tibs (lamb pieces cooked in spices) and took them to my boyfriend's. He took one bite of the samboosa and excitedly showed it to his roommate. Deep fried beef! YUM! \n\nThe only thing that confuses me about this place is how empty it has been the last few times I've gone. There were maybe 2 or 3 other patrons max at the place. \n\nAnother thing I noticed is the people who run the restaurant likes to talk to you. The first time I was here with a group of friends and we wanted to socialize. The waiter and what not talking to us was actually a bit frustrating. Last night, however, it was fine. I was waiting at the bar for my food and actually enjoyed conversation with the guy who was there. \n\nI highly highly recommend this place for take-out and somewhat for eating in. :) It's delicious and you won't go wrong.",
"I don't know how I can write anything different than the excellent reviews that took me here.\nThe food is amazing. The restaurant is empty.\nThe owner is delightful. We were the only people in the place\nThe injera (Ethiopian spongy bread) is perfect - not to wet, not to dry - strong enough to hold food but not chewy. We were the only people in the place enjoying it.\nThe veggie dishes were incredibly flavorful, and each one was unique in flavor. Yet no one was in the place to enjoy it.\n\nAdmittedly, the neighborhood is not the best. The sign outside the front door warning people that any damage to their car will not be the responsibility of the restaurant is offputting. That the parking lot is poorly lit doesnt help either.\n\nBut there are places in worse neighborhoods and with lesser food. Someone please explain why no one goes there?"
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"I've been coming to this place for over 10 years now and have always enjoyed their food. The inside of the restaurant is always crowded when it comes around time for lunch and the same when it's a weekend. \nAsides from their amazing pizza, they can make one heck of a caesar salad which is another favorite of mines from there. Oh heck, I haven't had anything mediocre-bad from here!",
"Very good pizza, not up there with Charlie's, but this and Tony's Place fight it out for 2nd best Pizza/Tomato Pie in the northeast for sure.",
"Their tomato pie is excellent. Sometimes their regular pizza is a little burned though.",
"Nom nom nom nom.\n\nMy boyfriend and I come to Pizza Roma waaay too often. But with great food for SO cheap, we can't help it. Our total is never more than 12 dollars for numerous slices of Sicilian pizza, fries with cheese, and large drinks. The staff is always friendly and they truly seem to know hwo to run a business in order to keep their customers happy. Btw, the salads are HUGE! \n\nThis place is the bomb!",
"5-Star. This place was recommended to me by a friend who gave it a fantastic review.\nFriendly on the phone, Fast delivery, Polite drivers, Great tasting pizzas.\nCouldn't ask for anything more!!",
"Today, after having no lunch and commuting an hour and a half back to Philly I found my stomach nearly ready to cave in. I needed something fast, delicious, and filling that didn't necessitate me having to turn on my stove (it's hot as balls out today). So, I pulled out my trusty yelp app and searched for cheap local food. \n\nI got there and asked if they take credit cards and was quickly told no. They did however have one of those tiny ATM machines that one could easily carry out the store on their back. So I paid the $1.50 ATM fee and ordered 2 slices of pepperoni (for the kids) and a Cheese Steak and fries for myself. Me Hungry. Must have protein. \n\nThe place had a good bit of action for a Thursday. At least 5 of the booths were filled and I observed people were filing in and out with orders while I waited for my food. It took less than 10 minutes for the guy at the counter to shout the \"steak with hot peppers and 2 slices\" were ready to go. Goody! I grabbed our food and headed to the car. Eager to try the food I unwrapped the steak and picked out a piece with my fingers. It was hot as heck so I could barely taste it but I was like this is a little bland. Then I considered the fact that I hadn't had the whole experience yet so I wrapped it back up and drove home. \n\nOnce I got home I unwrapped the sandwich and found that the steam from the heat had caused the bread to become extra soft and the juices from the hot peppers to saturate the meat and bread just a bit. As I bit into the sandwich I was pleasantly surprised that my first impression had been way off. The sandwich was good. The hot peppers lent the perfect amount of spice to the surrounding meat and bread and I detected just a bit of sweetness somewhere in there. The cheese was melty and delicious. This was a first rate cheese steak! Much better than the diced dog food they serve at Geno's. I honestly would give the cheese steak five stars but I have to downgrade the restaurant overall to four because their pizza was mediocre in my opinion. NY style pie, large slices for about $1.50 each but the sauce is all but non existent. That's a fail for me. \n\nEven still I would still go to this place just for the sandwiches. A cheese steak, fries, 2 slices, and a drink so large you can swim in for $10.95? Sounds like a deal to me!",
"I've decided that when visitors come to town I'm going to ask them do you want a mediocre yet famous cheese steak (I'm looking at you Geno's and Pats) or do you want a deliciously crafted, knock your socks of steak without all the glitz, glamor, and food network coverage?\n\nThis place consistently delivers and I dream about it in my sleep sometimes. A steak with hot peppers and a large tub of coke costs under $7. They win.",
"I randomly found this place on a trip to Sears with my mom, and i was pleasantly suprised. I was so dissapointed in the northeast's pizza selection that I had long given up hope. But this place is perfect: crispy and thin on the bottom, gooey and saucey on the top. It is always crowded: kids, families, workers on their break, cops on bike, regular cops, and a line for pick-up. If you are lucky, there are coupon for 2 pies for $11 every once in a while in the Northeast Times newspaper. I always get a regular pie b/c it is so perfect that you don't need toppings, but the buffalo chicken topping is one of the best I have ever had.",
"Terrible customer service! We eat at this place frequently until the other day when we called in an order and it was not correct . We didnt notice until we got home that we had received the wrong pizza. When we called back to let them know we had received the wrong order, the man came on the phone and insisted it was our mistake and that he had a taperecording of us ordering!!!! All we wanted was a replacement pizza which would have set them back a few pennies but instead they chose to be rude and hang up the phone with us! Management has changed for the worse over the 15 or so years when I first started coming here so if you like being treated rudely to save a buck or two, this place is perfect for you.",
"Some friends of mine live near this place and we would go over once in a while at halftime during a game or that kinda thing. At first I was excited because their food is really cheap and seemed to taste decent. After a while of eating their cheese steaks though, they eventually got less appetizing. The meat doesn't seem of the highest quality. Never tried the pizza. Might be alright, who knows. The prices are very low, but for a good cheese steak though, go to Jim's which is very close by."
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"Staffed by an anonymous crew of ninja-outfitted college boys for whom this is obviously their very first job, and they only took it because Mom & Dad cut off the allowance. Tolerable sushi - the fish itself was good, the rice too sweet and had an odd flavor, and the rolls were over-rich. Sucky tempura. The least \"Japanese\" sushi place I have eaten at.",
"Kyoto is a nice little neighborhood sushi joint. It's not fancy, and coming from San Francisco, the fish is underwhelming. However, every time I've been (4 times), I've had lively or interesting conversations with either staff or customers. There are a few staff people who look and act like this is the first job they ever had, and there are some who are very comfortable and at ease with serving. They make a giant salad full of all sorts of yumminess that's filling enough for 1 meal that I think is called the Poki Salad. Quite good.",
"Oh dear - the poke salad. I eat it and think \"I could die right now. No, really, I could.\" I wake up craving this thing. It is a combination of every decadent ingredient you could ever imagine - like it should be served to you while you lie belly up on a satin bed spread and consume so much of its deliciousness that you need to then vomit in a gold toilet only to return and eat more of it. Also - the crunchy roll. I recently convinced a dinner companion that the poke salad was all I needed. Only to then ask for a slice of his crunchy roll. And another. And subsequently eat all of it.",
"Great rolls, quick and friendly service, large beverages.\n\nGood place to go when you want a quick sushi fix. The Sara and Jones Rolls are great as well as the 'sushi lunch' combo. \n\nThey beverage servings are huge, a real advantage when you're ducking in for a quick lunch and a break from the heat of the day.",
"Kyoto is one of my favorite sushi joints and I wish I would eat here more often. It's a cool Uptown neighborhood spot that gets busy later in the evening (so go early). \n\nLast night I had the sashimi roll (wrapped in cucumber, no rice) and the popeye roll (BBQ eel with eel sauce) and both were pretty tasty. Though I did see someone nearby with this amazing looking salad that I forgot to ask about - I'm getting that salad next time I go! Also try the soft chell crab roll - delicious!",
"Excellent dinner last night with my frequent dining partner Randy. I absolutely loved the sashimi roll since it is sans rice and wrapped in thinly sliced cucumber. They also serve healthy sized mixed drinks, which is always a good thing!",
"Oh Kyoto, how I adore thee. You must recognize my face by now, as I visit you so frequently and cannot help but always order the same rolls because I find them so droolworthy.\n\nKyoto Sushi bar, a small homey restaurant in Uptown New Orleans, on Prytania, is always busy and is always a favorite for New Orleans sushi. Being a vegetarian, it is sometimes hard for me to find something other than a simple veggie roll at a sushi place, but Kyoto offers many options. Though I cannot personally speak for the fish here, many of my friends love Kyoto for the fish sushi, especially the Pokey Salad, Sarah Roll, Popeye Roll, and Crunchy Roll. (they do have really good crunchies.)\n\nIt's reasonably priced for really great sushi. The miso soup is flavorful, the edamame steamed perfectly and served hot, green teas, or GIANT soft drinks are always good starters. Kyoto has a lot of interesting beers from which to choose, as well. \n\nI always love the tamago sashimi, which is a slightly sweet egg custard mini-omelette over rice and wrapped in seaweed. I've had the double mushroom roll, but as I can't usually handle too much wasabi, I usually opt for something less spicy. The double mushroom roll has a creamy wasabi marinade they must put on the mushrooms. It's good, but a little too spicy for me. I always get the Slow-Ya Roll, minus the tobiko style (no fish eggs for me!), which comes shaped like a large caterpillar. It's a large vegetable roll, with avocado, carrots, sprouts, pickled radish, and cucumber on in the inside, seaweed paper rolled over that, with a white sushi rice rolled over that. It's then topped with large slices of avocado and topped with a sweet brown sauce. Hummina hummina... that is $6.95 for that one roll, but it's enough to fill you up with maybe one order of the sashimi, which comes in two pieces.\n\nIf you don't like sushi, like my mother, you can get something else from their varied menu. My mom loves their vegetable tempura, and the udon soups are large with lots of noodles. Though I haven't tried any of their teriyaki grilled dishes, they smell amazing and even if I had already eaten, could very easily be tempted to order again. \n\nTheir sushi is the kind you wish would never end. It's like each bite is so wonderful, you just want to keep eating until you pop. Price wise, it's pretty decent, maybe $3.50-$7.00 a roll, depending on what you order.\n\nIn large parties, beware, it can be hard to get a table because the place is so tiny, and the check is not itemized, which can be tricky when splitting the bill.\n\nThe waiters are okay, sometimes you get lucky and get the good ones that are attentive and quick, and other times you get stuck with the airheaded slow-poke who forgets to take your drink order for 30 minutes. \n\nIt can get pretty crowded at night, so don't expect to be seated right away around 7:00 pm, you'll have to wait, but it's worth it. There are tables, as well as the sushi bar and beverage bar that are available to be seated at and eat your meal. I love the back room, which is a little more secluded for larger parties, with cute stained glass windows. \n\nIt's my favorite place to get sushi, so g'head and try it.\n\nWould I go again? YOU BET",
"This was recommended to me by co-workers and several clients. While New Orleanians eat copious amounts of fish, sushi is not one of categories high on the list. I walked into Kyoto fairly early, and the place was almost full. I found a seat at the bar, and asked the blond dude for omakase. (wait for it....wait for it...) He said, 'HUH? What's THAT?!?!' \n\nI grumbled, 'Never mind.' He turned to the Asian guy to his right, who deftly explained what I had requested. That white boy gave me such a dumbfounded look that I thought I had asked him to father my children in Japanese. On the plus side, sitting at the bar was my server from Sake cafe, who very friendly and kind enough to tell me some places to have decent varites of asian foods. Sadly, they all require a car, as the closest are in Metairie...BUT, I digress...\n\nSo...even sitting at the sushi bar, you still have to deal with the wait staff. All 3rd tier hipster dudes, no wait staff finesse, and rush you into ordering everything. \n\nThe fish is fresh, but the menu concentrates all far too many gooped-up, sauce-laden rolls, and the guys behind the bar don't or won't take the time to tell you what's new, what's in season, etc.\n\nAND! That horrible lighting! It's a restaurant. We're not playing bingo.",
"I have to agree with several people who reviewed Kyoto previously. Decent food, lame service. We came in late afternoon and placed a pretty substantial order to try several items between the two of us, I recommend the double mushroom rolls- hint the wasabi sauce is already in them- so sinus-clearlingly yummy! Our waitress was terrible. At the beginning of the meal it was obvious she clearly didnt like the fact that we were going to keep her from her sidework and getting out of there as soon as lunch was over. The few things we asked for seemed like impositions- like a fork for example, geez. Another waiter bussed our table and brought our food, she happened to stop by when we were pretty much done (over 30 mins later) to see if we wanted a refill in our empty glasses. When she asked if we needed anything else she even just let all the main meal dirty dishes just sit there so she could get the check to us faster. Try the Duncan rolls, the BBQ squid, and the double mushroom rolls. Pass on the house salad- it looks like the yummy ginger dressing you get at most sushi houses, but tastes like orange italian dressing. Not what you expect when you take a bite. Pass on the grilled fish with vegetables. The salmon was a little dry (but did still taste good) and completely covered in what was supposed to be vegetable(S) in teriyaki sauce. It was pretty much all onions and about three small pieces of broccoli. I think I will keep to my usual sushi haunts in the future.",
"GREAT. Sara rolls awesome. Fast. Closed Sundays. Uptown.\n\nMaybe best sushi in the city, with possible exceptions of Sake (fancier) in Garden District and Ninja in Carrollton."
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"It's hard to believe I'm the first person to review Massa's, they've only been there 34 years! \n\nThis is again one of those places I would NEVER venture into without a recommendation. My co-worker wanted something close and while we had a perfectly good recomendation to an Italian place on The Hill, it was late and we both have early flights. So at the recommendation of our the desk clerk at our hotel we wound up at Massa's.\n\nPlease don't let appearances fool you, the food is very good. We split an order of the toasted ravioli served with bolgonese sauce for dipping...YUM! I'd never had these before and was pleasantly surprised. My dining partner ordered Salmon served on a bed of linguine with Pesto (not on the menu) which turned out very good. At the recommendation of our server (she's worked there for 29 years) I ordered the Gamberi (sp) pasta, which, while not my favorite was tasty. \n\nWe both shared a piece of chessecake and now I'm stuffed. \n\nGive Massa's a try if you're in the area. It's a little kitschy, but the food is pretty good. Oh, one thing Missouri definitely needs to do is pass a ban on indoor smoking. In a small place like this the smoke can really get to you.",
"I feel like St. Louis has a really top notch selection of Italian places. They aren't all amazing, but most of them are pretty damn good. I don't just mean the Hill either, although that certainly is #1. We have amazing Italian places all over the area. It's to the point where anyone going into an Olive Garden looks around nervously to make sure nobody sees them walk in.\n\nSo I had high hopes for Massa's. It's a local chain with three locations in the area. The evening plans called for a nice place in north county, and since this particular party all agrees on Italian, that was the choice. And apparently, this place has a good reputation.\n\nI know better than to judge a book by it's cover, but wow this place looks rough on the outside. Once you step inside, and give your eyes 20 minutes to adjust to the near pitch black lighting, you will see that the interior is nothing special either. Wood panel walls, tacky random pictures, and zero natural light. A great place for both a mob meeting slash 70's theme party. Now that would be worth going here for. \n\nBut I am more than willing to look past the decor for a tasty meal. The toasted ravs were straightforward. My baked Mostacolli was pretty decent actually. But everyone else's meal....sucked. The spaghetti was described as tasting \"soapy\". The pizza was awful. I don't think I have ever had a less flavorful pizza in my life. The bread was ok, I guess.\n\nService was very good but we were practically the only people there. One star for that and one for the fact that my Mostacolli was edible. Even if our bad food was just a fluke, it still is ugly, dark, and no different than any Pasta House location. I would guess that the other locations are probably better. It would certainly be impressive if they were worse.",
"After getting a ride from the hotel shuttle, I entered the older looking building without intrepedation (I had been briefed by the concierge at the hotel) to a dark smoke filled room half full of diners apparently enjoying their meals. It's alot darker than in the pictures on their website. The hostess took me to a table close to the back wall when I spotted it; room at the bar. She happily took me to a chair, offered me a menu and departed. After about 10 minutes the hostess came back and offered me the wine list. The bartender finally came over (he was cavorting with a lady on the other end in a red outfit). I ordered a glass of Cab and looked at the menus. The wine was somehow warmer than room temperature which made its taste suffer alot, and the wine list was nowhere as ornate a their webpage advertises. I ordered the Tutta Mara and a salad with house made creamy Italian along with crumbled blue cheese. The salad arrived quickly along with some warm unsliced French bread with packaged butter melting underneath.The salad, a bagged blend of green lettuces was fresh looking and cold. The home dressing was remarkable. It's flavors took the bland lettuces into a new realm of exquisite flavors. The blue cheese was a luscious Gorg that went well with the now cooler temped Chianti which I ordered. The single round italian sweet/hot pepper was the perfect support to add flavor to my first course. The bread was just bread.\n\nWhen I was only about half way through with my salad, the entree arrived piping hot and steaming with the fragrant smells of the sea. The pasta was cooked correctly with a parm and cream sauce; which was not real thick but still pleased my palate. The clams, crab and scallops were cooked very nicely although the shrimp were over finished and a bit rubbery. I could not find any mussels. The portions were large and the service; once I finally got waited on was okay overall. I would go back once again. Would have posted pictures but it was too dark without a flash.",
"I used to eat here 20 years ago - for fancy prom night dates. Intimate setting, terrific pizza, traditional St. Louis Itslian. Not too many places like this are left. High quality, moderate price. Takes me back in time... Wonder if that prom dress still fits?",
"I went with several coworkers for dinner and will not go here again. It's a hole in the wall place next to a cemetery. I drove around for almost 20 minutes trying to find it. When I did arrive, it looked old and run down. I was hesitant to go in, but my coworkers insisted.\n\nInside was dark and small. Surprisingly it was full of people, mainly businessmen. The dining area was small. We had to put 2 small tables together to fit us. I literally had only a small corner of the table to use. We were elbow to elbow next to each other and to the customers at the next table\n\nI ordered the Fettuccini Pollo. It took almost 30 minutes for our food to arrive. My food was bland and unappetizing. The chicken was overcooked and dry. I didn't eat but half of it because it was so bad. I ate one of my coworker's pizza and it was OK. For almost $20, I expected more. Instead all I got was dry chicken and pasta dough.",
"I have been here twice so far. The place is small and dark but the food is really good! Both pastas I had were flavorful and the salad had the right amount of cheese. Yummy!",
"I came in from Quincy, while my girlfriends flight was delayed, I stopped in here. The old school decor circa late sixties was the best thing about this place-cool as hell. The food was not very good. I ordered the pasta combo and it was God awful, though the salad and bread was about par. I may give it a second chance.",
"I was staying across the street at the Embassy Suites and was told to go there. I am so glad we did! A little whole in the wall Italian restaurant with GREAT food and service. When I come back to STL I will be eating here again!",
"I think this place has a great atmosphere. I love that it is dark and homey. We started with a stuffed portabella mushroom that was delicious. It was served with an over abundance of crostini which seemed unnecessary. Next was a Caesar salad that had a great dressing that I believe was homemade.\nWe had sockeye salmon for our entree served with pasta. If I could do over I would get veggies instead of pasta and stay away from all the bread.\n\nMy only complaint is that I felt a little rushed by our server.",
"Awesome food. My filet was cooked perfectly medium rare and was incredibly tender. Service was great. A very nice experience."
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"Kayne Prime recently opened this past Friday to patrons. I wasn't invited to the fancy pre-opening event so, I wanted to check this place out on the first night before it became overcrowded like other restaurants in Nashville. I have been looking forward to this place for a while now. I enjoy the other M Street businesses and thought that a nice steakhouse would be great for the Gulch area. \n\nI arrived on opening night, most of the car traffic were for Whiskey Kitchen or Virago. I was instructed that Kayne had it's own valet, which made the valet wait extremely quicker compared to the previous mentioned places. The valet company were very polite and welcoming which I consider a huge plus when going to any restaurant. \n\nThere was not a wait to be seated and we arrived at 7:30pm. For it to had been Kayne Prime's opening night, it wasn't busy at all. There were several empty tables. I loved the atmosphere in the restaurant. The section that we sat at had an \"open air\" window. I was glad that the weather was warm that evening. The server was very nice. He took our drink orders very quickly. I wish that he would have explained the drink selections or made suggestions since most of the cocktails were of a mixology concept and the place was new. I ended up trying the Balsamic Martini. I am glad that I liked the finished product. It had vodka, strawberry puree, and a balsamic syrup in it. It had the right balance of alcohol so I was very pleased by my $9 cocktail. Speaking out cocktail prices be prepared to spend $9 or more on a cocktail. There were even cocktails that cost $13+. Ladies would like it when they have a guy paying, lol. \n\nI believe after we were served our cocktails the server got a little busy because we forgot that we didn't even order yet... Another server had to come to our table to take our order for our busy server. A little strange for how they weren't completely packed, but ok. The menu items are served a' la carte much in the style of a Morton's. They did have written on the menu that the sides would best for two people. I decided to try their grilled salmon and the caramelized broccoli. My friend ordered the filet mignon. I got a kick out of the fact that most of the cows used were local and that the server made a huge speech about the fact that these cows lived a peaceful life on a farm. It was as if he thought we could have been with PETA or something. A few items on the menu were not available that evening and the server was quick to let us know that. The food arrived in a timely manner. I was very pleased with the portion size of my meal and it tasted excellent as well. We decided against dessert since we were stuffed. \n\nThe server offered us a tour of the place, but he ended up not doing it. So we went on a self guided tour. I love that there are private rooms and seating that are a little more private for dates and etc. I adored the bar area. It had the open air window and offered plenty of seating at the bar. There were also several high tables for those that like to people watch near the bar. \n\nAll in all, I enjoyed my first time at Kayne Prime. Of course, it had some cons, but what place doesn't. I see it as a nice date place, but we will see when I go there just for drinks if that feeling changes. It is just nice to see more hip places for adults that don't have kids. :-)",
"I ate here with two close friends on a Friday evening. It wasn't absolutely terrible, but it was far from excellent. \n\nIf you have a price point that is similar to Morton's, my expectation was getting Morton's quality. I paid $54 for a prime bone in ribeye that was J Alexander's quality. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy J's. I also enjoy paying $24 for that steak at J's. \n\nWe had 3 sides, haricot vert, broccoli and hash browns. All 3 were surprisingly uninspired and boring. \n\nOur server Tony was great, aside from the fact that he didn't know his menu all that well. He told me they had a wagyu bone in ribeye. I ordered said ribeye. It came out and I knew it wasn't wagyu. Half of my bites were very chewy and I probably trimmed 3-4 oz of fat off of the steak. They don't offer a wagyu ribeye. Know your menu. \n\nFinally, the manager stopped at the three tables surrounding us and asked how everything was. He didn't stop at our table once. He was at the host stand when we left, and didn't ask how dinner was, didn't say goodbye, didn't say thanks. It seems that the Virago pretension has already infected the staff at Kayne Prime. \n\nThe bottom line is that I spent $400 for me and two other gentlemen to eat and drink there. It was a $150-200 dinner at best. Don't waste your money, either go to J's and pay less or go to Morton's/Ruth's/Palm and get it done by professionals.",
"I decided to visit Kayne after trying, and being disappointed by, many of Nahsville's other \"top\" restaurants. Being from NYC and having dined at many of the better restaurants there, my expectations were somewhat low. \n\nThat being said, Kayne was a very pleasant surprise. We began our meal with the Big Eye Tuna crudo plate. While a bit small, it exhibited good depth of flavor and was a great light starter.\n\nFor our main course we ordered the Wagyu filet and strip. Both were extremely tender and flavorful. The steaks were seasoned to perfection and the meat itself was incredibly rich. In my opinion those that had a poor experience with the Wagyu either ran into some new restaurant hiccups or simply ordered their too well done. Because of it's extensive marbling, even medium is too much for some cuts. As for our sides, we ordered the onion rings and the broccoli. Both were solid dishes, although nothing stellar. The star player here was definitely the steak.\n\nI can't for the life of me remember the name of the dessert we had, but it was delicious. It was like a cross between chocolate ice cream and toffee. Firm, and chewier than ice cream, but it still melted in your mouth fairly easily. I would highly recommend it.\n\nAfter a fairly disappointing experience at the local Morton's (yes, I know it's a chain, but I still expected better from them), I'd say Kayne's will be my new go to steakhouse in Nashville.",
"I went with three friends to Kayne Prime steakhouse last Friday. I made reservations on OpenTable for a party of 4- the only available times were either 6pm or 9pm. We opted for 9pm. I expected it to be really busy based on limited available reservation times.\n\nThere is a complimentary valet service right in front of the restaurant. The restaurant faces 11th Ave, and has a cool ambiance. Faces the railroad tracks (but the train noises aren't loud or disruptive), Union station, and the rest of the city lit up. It's a nice environment.\n\nUpon entering, I was surprised to find the restaurant was fairly empty. We had a cocktail at the bar while waiting for the rest of our party to arrive- we were the only ones at the bar. The barback and the bartender Randy were super friendly and really great. we had the Pablo Honey and the Point Brink cocktails- both of which were tasty and enjoyable.\n\nOur table was immediately ready and we were brought to a nicely decorated side dining room, which had only two other tables with patrons finishing up their meals. There was a flat-screen TV in the room, which the waitress graciously agreed to turn on to the hockey playoffs game.\n\nOur server was wonderful- I think her name was Kara(?), she was attentive without being overly so, very friendly and accommodating. \n\nFood wise: we shared the Diver scallops (starter dish) and the Kale salad (seems identical to the kale salad at Tavern). Diver scallops came with like a chili sauce on top and then was topped with brie cheese i think. That was probably the least favorite dish of the table.\n\nMy boyfriend ordered the local filet which had a nice crust and was cooked perfectly medium. It was very tasty. He also had a glass of red zinfandel which he enjoyed.\n\nMy friend ordered the salmon dish which she liked and my other friend ordered the Prime burger which was HUGE- had a lot of height but was very tasty.\n\nFor sides we ordered the macaroni gratinee- it was fine, nothing too special, a little on the dry side. We also had the corn creme brulee which was awesome, and I will definitely order that again. The couple dining next to us highly recommended the \"bubbles and squeak\" side dish which is like a hashbrown topped with thin baby carrots and brussel sprout leaves. It was good but not as awesome as it was hyped.\n\nWe deferred on dessert because we were full.\n\nOverall- the dining experience was enjoyable, mostly because we were one of few diners so we had great service and attention. The food was solid- the drinks were good, the decor is nice. I was puzzled by how empty it was but it was Bonnaroo and CMA Fest weekend so that may have been a contributing factor. It wasn't as \"scene-y\" as I expected.\n\nI will definitely visit again- maybe eat at the bar, or come with out-of-town friends. I like the idea of having a local, non-chain steakhouse option (i.e. NOT the Palm, Morton's, Flemings etc.)",
"Went here for a few pre-dinner drinks and nibblies prior to a friend's going away bash. I had been looking forward to trying the place out, but the menu is so pricey, I figured that sitting at the bar and trying a few things would be the best way to dip my toes in. Obviously this means that my review is for the bar and what one can expect there.\n\nEven though we were essentially the only ones sitting at the bar (having got there right when the restaurant opened), I have to say that our server was pretty spacey. She offered us a food menu at one point but when we tried to order from it, she told us that the kitchen wasn't open for another 20 minutes so she couldn't put our order in... That's fine, but then why give us a menu for food that we can't have? She should have told us this when giving us the menu, or waited to give the menu until it would actually be useful. Also, most of our drinks came rather quickly, but we wound up having to deal with a different server in order to close our tab because our first server was off remaking someone's drink for the second or third time...\n\nThat said, the drinks I ordered were really tasty, though I admit I stayed to the cheaper side of the menu (call me crazy, but a $15 cocktail seems a bit steep!). The Pablo Honey and the Balsamic martinis in particular were really scrumptious (and not stingy on the booze). The food that we ordered was a bit more hit and miss: the duck nachos, while delicious sounding, only amounted to THREE nachos. Sure they were individually adorned to make sure each nacho had equal amounts of toppings, but for $9, that's a total rip off (also the duck wasn't even the tastiest part of these nachos). We also ordered the Rosemary Beignets, which were yummy but unmemorable, and the tempura onion rings, which were the cheapest thing we ordered ($7) but by far the best! The serving was very generous and the rings were fried to perfection. These are probably the only thing I would order again on a return visit.\n\nThe question is: would I return to Kayne Prime? I think if someone else suggested going there, I would be game to go, but the food was sufficiently uneven that I'm not sure I'd personally subject myself to a dinner there given the pricepoint. The food did not seem appreciably better than several other mid-range Nashville restaurants, so I don't think I could justify paying for a full meal here. It definitely seems like a place that is trying to be über hip and trendy, where you go to see and be seen. If that's your endgame, I'd probably just do what I did and hit up the bar for a few cocktails and then head somewhere else for your dinner. The space is nice and modern (even if the location is a bit of a headscratcher), but there are still obviously some kinks to be worked out before you can lay down your hard-earned moolah with confidence.",
"When I phoned to make reservations for a group of 5, I was told that the options were 6:30 or 9:30. The first option didn't work for our group so we chose the latter. When we arrived, the hostess claimed that she didn't have our reservation and snootily said that she would see what she could do. The restaurant was about 80% empty at 9:30. She \"found\" a table for us. By 10:00, the place was almost empty.\n\nOur waiter was clearly disinterested and unamused that he had been assigned a late table. We were all former restaurant folks and go out of our way to be kind to servers and to make life as easy as possible for them. Our server, on the other hand, made dining at Kayne Prime more like work than pleasure. We asked for wine which did not come. We had to ask for silverware after our first course was delivered. We had to track down a server to ask for silverware after our second course was delivered. Water or wine glasses were not refilled. The server also tried everything he could do to upsell us on the more expensive items. I would estimate that we spent 20-40% LESS as a result of this heavy-handed tactic. \n\nThe food was a mixed bag. The only thing that was consistent was the high price. We were excited about the menu as it looks very interesting. The rock shrimp and okra was bland and in desperate need of a salt shaker. Lobster jalepeno poppers were bland as well. We wanted to order oysters but the server couldn't (and wouldn't) find out what they were. We declined. The black kale was delicious as were the duck confit tacos. \n\nWe ordered two large steaks to split with several sides. The bone in ribeye (the most expensive steak on the menu) was under-seasoned and could have used another 21 days in the dry aging room. The wagyu NY Strip was good. Both steaks arrived already sliced which we weren't told would be done and which I strongly dislike as the steaks get colder much faster. \n\nWe ordered what was described as our server as \"the most ordered side on the menu\" in the creamed corn brulee. It sounded like a good idea. It was so sweet as to be almost inedible. There was no spice or heat present to counter the overwhelming amount of sugar in the dish. Fries were good. Creamed spinach was under-seasoned and bland. \n\nWe passed on desserts.\n\nOur server who had been mostly absent all evening and who had forgotten multiple requests wasted no time in collecting our signed credit card receipts just seconds after we put the pens down. He made it to the next table as he was walked away before he started looking at how much we tipped him. We didn't see him again.\n\nI eat out multiple times per week in cities around this country and in Europe and even if I've had a bad meal, I rarely leave angry. Everyone has a bad night. I left Kayne Prime angry. I can handle the kitchen having an off night. I can handle overpaying for food from time to time if the experience warrants it. But the unwarranted and unjustified pretentiousness of the staff coupled with sheer rudeness and incompetence means that I won't be going back and will recommend to my friends that they stay away as well.",
"I am currently sitting in the THE BEST restaurant in and around Nashville! The Wagyu beef was amazing! Ask for Tara.",
"Over rated and overpriced , just like all steak houses but not as good as the chains. I was surprised. We love Virago, Whiskey Kitchen, Lime/Tavern. Drinks are unimpressive and I was also disappointed about our server who raved about everything and made no actual recommendations.\nI liked the rosemary beignets,duck nachos,and kale salad, but was not impressed with the steak ( I ordered the $59 progression of Strips,local, prime and waghu) or the sides. The sides are generous but bland and unimaginative - we tried the mushrooms, lobster mac and cheese, corn (the best one) \nWe don't mind spending money on good food/drinks/wine but I doubt that we or the other 3 couples will be back, \nOne more thing seating is uncomfortable and tables too large server had to reach over my husband to serve me. Also very very loud despite bring half empty.",
"Went with some friends on a Monday evening. Couldn't make an open table reservation at the time we wanted, so took a later reservation instead(I have no idea why, there was an over abundance of table available when we arrived, maybe the kitchen can't handle a full restaurant?)\n\nLet me start out by saying the service was fantastic, our server was excellent, knew the menu well, described everything well, not to intrusive, etc. It really was excellent service, some of the best I have had in Nashville. Honestly besides a handful of dining experiences in nashville, the service level here has been overall lacking. It's indicative of a town full of people that all believe they should be doing something much more important( playing pop music because working is just too vacant). \n\nSo we split a bunch of starters, beef sashimi, oysters, kale salad, scallops, and house made bacon. The bacon was good, the oysters we fantastic, the beef sashimi was awesome, and the kale salad was also very good. That's kind of where the meal ended being good though. The schtick at this place is wagyu beef, so we ordered 3 wagyu strips and a 6oz filet wagyu. The 6oz was mis temped, and my strip was good, but certainly not worth the money. We ordered 3 sides, spinach with the egg, lobster Mac, and the corn brûlée that the server raved about. The corn brûlée was not very good, it was too sweet, not really creamy, and was just not great. The spinach and egg wasn't great either, and the lobster Mac tasted like kraft Mac and cheese( although I'm sure it's house made, and if they are aiming to make something that taste like a processed cheeseish and macaronish food product, they hit the nail dead fucking center.) kraft Mac costs 99 cents at a grocery store, that means it should be like 4 bucks at a restaurant, not 15 or whatever the ridiculous price was(I guess there were bits of a lobsterish tasting product in there also)\n\nDessert was pretty tasty, some sort of fudgeish thing. It's patently obvious that you a paying for nice decorations and the ability to sit in the same place where all of the cool honkys in nashville are hanging out. I wouldn't mind paying these prices if the food was worth it, but it's just not. Until they start serving their steaks with a side of cocaine, or a fucking joint or something, the food just isn't worth the money( and yes I know why the Japanese beef from California is more expensive, I have the Internet just like the rest of you). If I went back, I would just get a fuckload of starters, fortunately no one is forcing me to go back.",
"I am so impressed with this place! My parents went last night to celebrate my mom's birthday and i called to set up a few surprises for them. The staff was more than willing to help make my mom's night special and put them in a VIP section. Also, they allowed me to order a bottle of champagne and dessert over the phone so that my mom would have no idea what was coming. The woman I spoke with helped me pick the perfect bottle and a perfect desert. She assured me that she would be there when my parents arrived and that she would make sure everything went as planned... and it did! My parents haven't stopped raving about their experience. The service was excellent and the food was to die for. We will definitely recommend this place to our friends!"
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"The NoLibs location is now in soft opening mode. I was able to attend a preview event, where I was impressed with the cute, cozy space. I bet this place will be packed at dinner time. I tried some of the appetizers, including tasty cheesesteak spring rolls and beef salad. Chicken satay was a little dry. If the curries here are as good as the other location, NoLibs is lucky to have the new Circles!",
"I am so happy circles is in our neighborhood! The summer rolls are super fresh, the green curry was great, as were the drunken noodles. We also had the papaya salad, and the calamari - yum! Beware of how hot you order your food - a 3 or 4 on their rating scale is really,really spicy - so if you are sensitive I'd recommend a 1 or a 2. The decor is super cute too, a great place for an affordable date night or to meet up with friends. Great experience!",
"for quite some time i had been searching for a good thai place in the city. i've tried many of the other popular yelp suggestions, but always left the other places a bit underwhelmed. i have memories from being in australia, where thai places were abundant and amazing, and i was trying to recapture that experience. i was eagerly anticipating circles opening in our hood, and we rushed to try it out as soon as we could.\n\nthe good:\nvegetable dumplings- i was quite blown away by these, soft, melt in your mouth goodness. even my wife, who doesn't like onions (veggie dumplings made primarily with leeks) came back for seconds.\ngeneral thai- some bits of chicken were overcooked, but they nailed the spice level, and overall, the whole dish overcame its shortfalls. there's a caveat here about the chicken being overcooked, which i will bring up in another section.\nmassaman curry- amazing, sweet,spicy,creamy. i was in heaven.\nchicken satay- a standard, nothing out on a limb with regards to thai food, but they executed it perfectly.\n\nthe bad:\n\nwe had made our reservations for the friday of their opening week. they might have been overwhelmed by the demand. it took a bit of time to get our appetizers, and there was a significant wait between that and our entrees. i definitely ascribe that to the fact that we came at a peak time on their opening week. i'm sure these kinks will be worked out. i also attribute the overcooked chicken in the general thai to the kitchen being swamped.\n\nour waiter was sometimes no where to be found. again, new location, super busy. i think he was nervous to approach us about the delays. we're pretty reasonable people, we would have totally accepted a \"i'm sorry, the kitchen is super backed up\" explanation, but the guy just dissappeared for a long time.\n\nneither good nor bad:\n\nthe table was a bit small,cramped, and the restaurant was super noisy. none of these are a deal breaker, but the noise is a good indicator of the restaurant's \"buzz\".\n\nthe redeeming:\n\nat some point, the maitre'd realized we had been waiting for a while, and definitely made the extra effort and attention. he gave us some free dessert as way of apology. \n\nconclusion: definitely worth it, not without it's faults, but all in all, stuff that will shake out over time. we will be back.....\n\nvery very very often, i'm sure.",
"Went there with a friend on their first evening being officially open, and then again the next night as part of a party of four. \n\nFood was excellent both times - papaya salad, corn fritters, thai rolls, and steamed dumplings among the excellent starters. Pumpkin curry, salmon Pad Thai, basil stir fry, and eggplant stir fry among some of the excellent entrees.\n\nAll dishes offered with a selectable spice level - which initially concerned me because sometimes that means the spices are thrown on already prepared food at the last minute. But not here. This food all was excellent, and the spices unfolded in a really nice, complex way as one would hope/expect. \n\nThe spice scale seems to be just about right too. Unless you like super-spicy, I'd say get things medium or hot (\"Thai hot\" is the highest level). And unless you're really sensitive to spice (or don't like Thai food to begin with), don't get mild level either.\n\nThe atmosphere is warm and clean, with a touch of elegance - casual but nice enough for a dinner out with someone special. It is indeed noisy - although they do have fabric wallpaper, which shows they have made an effort to absorb some sound within the confines of the \"no carpet, no drapes, no upholstery\" restaurant aesthetic that seems to be pervasive these days.\n\nThe service was excellent as well. As others have said, it's clear that some things are still being worked out since they've just opened. But the manager sent out an amuse-bouche both nights, and the food we ordered did not take long to come out. The servers also cleared our empty/dirty plates and silverware, and asked how everything was during both the app and main courses.\n\nWhat a joy to have a place that's got great Thai food, service without attitude, and shockingly reasonable prices - Both nights it was $20 to $26 per person, including tax and tip.\n\nThe only reason I'd advise you not to go, is so there will be room for me to get in!",
"Since I moved to my last apartment solely because it was within a 1-block radius of Circles Newbold, I needed to come to Circles NoLibs opening weekend to show my undying support for the most delicious Thai food in Philadelphia.\n\nChef Alex creates complex, beautiful delicious, weaving together flavors and textures that complement each other and make you think. The NoLibs menu seems identical to that of Newbold, offering rice, curry, and noodle dishes as well as other specialty items. I much prefer the atmosphere of the NoLibs location due to its low, warm lighting. I like the versatility of the restaurant: it can be casual or romantic. The restaurant itself is quite small, but the seating arrangement is not crowded.\n\nMy date and I started with the seitan satay, which comes with a cucumber relish and peanut sauce. Again, the creamy and crunchy toppings are dynamic against the smoky, almost-charred seitan. We split the red curry with tofu which had an abundance of watercress and was rich and spicy. We also had pad see ew with shrimp and tofu and I was disappointed because only two shrimp came in the whole dish. Boo! Otherwise, it was delicious.\n\nService is friendly and accomodating. My date and I have far different spice tolerances and they were happy to bring me a side of the red pepper so I could add it to my dish accordingly. This is a BYO with no corkage fees. Congrats to Circles for a successful new addition!",
"When I first moved to Northern Liberties, I thought the neighborhood would be perfect if only it had the following things:\n\n1) a grocery store (then we got Superfresh!)\n2) a non-ghetto liquor store (then we got a beautiful new Wine & Spirits shop!)\n3) a Thai restaurant (then FINALLY we got Circles!)\n\nSince its opening, I've dined in once and have gotten takeout once. So far I've sampled the following: veggie spring rolls, veggie dumplings, pad see ew (with shrimp), pineapple fried rice and pumpkin curry (with tofu). The food was very fresh and flavorful. The pumpkin curry was a bit sweet for my liking, and the veg dumplings seemed too delicate, almost like the dough was a bit undercooked. Or maybe they're supposed to be that way...they were tasty anyway. \n\nOn Friday they were crazy busy and service was very slow. Servers were confused. Food kept going out to the wrong tables. It seemed like we waited an eternity for our food. When I went back to use the bathroom I could hear the servers & kitchen staff freaking out on each other. On the night I called for takeout, the hostess seemed confused when taking my order. First she had to check that they 'had the veg spring rolls today' which I thought was odd (isn't that a regular menu item?). Then she told me it would be about 20 minutes, and that she'd call me when it was ready. I also thought that part was odd. After 30 minutes of not being called, I went over and my food was ready. When I paid, I was told they were out of change (which was fine since my change would have been like 60 cents, but again it was odd). \n\nThe space is beautiful but cramped. I can't believe it's the same space as the ugly old 2nd Street Pizza. Once this place has been opened a little longer I think I'll be able to bump up my review to 4 or 5 stars, but they are still ironing out some kinks.",
"As soon as this place opened I started hearing fantastic reviews and could not wait to try it out myself.\nI placed an order for pick up and I was positively surprised when i walked into the restaurant. I must have been looking at pictures of their other location online, because this one is so much better. It is cozy, brand new and pretty. \nI tried the Spring Rolls, the Dumplings, and the Crab meat Pad Thai - which was truly unbelievable. Each dish tasted fresh and delicious. \nOverall this place is definitely an amazing spot to have in the neighborhood and I'll be eating there quite a lot!",
"I was looking to find a restaurant for my partner and I to get together with another couple. I was encouraged by the positive reviews I read for the new Circles restaurant in Northern Liberties. Much to my delight, it was GREAT!! My pumpkin curry was DELICIOUS, along with the summer and spring rolls. The ambiance was cute inside, the waitstaff were all attentive and friendly, and the meals were surprisingly very reasonable. The only downside is how LOUD it was inside when the restaurant was full...sorta felt like I was at a bar yelling to my friends. Fortunately, midway during our dinner the restaurant cleared out some so that our conversations could continue without shouting across the table. Overall, this restaurant is a winner and I intend to return (hopefully soon!! ;-)",
"I'm excited to have another option in No Libs. Especially a place like Circles, which comes highly recommended from friends for their Center City location. I often have a craving for spicy Thai and end up eating a turkey sandwich from the local deli.\n\nI'm going to sum up my experience here in a few sentences. I am a lover of spicy foods. I didn't find the dish I had very spicy. But with time I found out it was spicy in only one direction, and it wasn't going in....if you know what I'm saying....\n\nI learned the hard way. But I will return prepared. \n\nThat is all.",
"Charming Thai byob restaurant in the heart of NoLibs with terrific food and a very friendly wait staff. Highly recommend the crab rangoon appetizer. It's a fried dumpling served with crab meat, cream cheese, and sweet plum sauce. We ordered the salmon pad thai and pumpkin curry shrimp for our entrees. Both were great. Will definitely be back."
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"My husband and I go here every Saturday. It is always packed, but there is never a wait. We are always in and out of there in 30-45 minutes. The portions are huge, and the prices are average. We have never had a bad experience here. Make sure to order the cheese sauce on the potatoes. You will be hooked!",
"Jack's is a staple on Sunday's in our family too and YES, the cheese sauce is pretty darn cheesy. Might be a little too much for an early morning dining experience especially if you have plans for the rest of the day. I like to say that it puts me into a FOOD COMA and calls for an afternon of couch sitting and TBS Movie watching!\n\nWe've had to wait probably 25% of the time we've gone but most of the time it's well worth the wait. I think like most all restaurants - the price seems to creep up and up slow enough not to notice, but today - I noticed especially for my portion size. \n\nIf you want eggs, sausage and taters - hit up the casinos... but if you want Eggs Benedict, Biscuits and Gravy, Chicken Fried Steak or Huevos Rancheros - the price is just right.",
"Jack's is awesome. Please come try it.\n\nHere is what to expect:\n\nGreat food taste\nHuge portions\nLow price\n\nHow could you go wrong? Its no wonder this is a local favorite hotspot. I've eaten here many times and have never been disappointed. \n\nMy only complaint is the mediocre coffee. They DID serve really good coffee at one time, but I have not seen it since.",
"Not Bad, Not great, Service so so ...... Great to cure a hangover and agreed with Mike, Peg's blows this place out of the water, no comparison",
"Like Moses parting the Red Sea, we parted the waves of tumbleweeds and dust devils and lo, there was Jack's Cafe. And it was good.\n\nMassive quantities of food for extremely little money; I got the corned beef hash plate with eggs and home fries and toast and biscuits and juice and a fruit cup. Like the multiplying of the fish and bread, the food continued to appear in front of us until we cried out, \"No more!\" More than enough to tide us over on our trek across the country.\n\nThere are glow-in-the-dark rosaries in the vending machine near the entrance to the cafe. Need I say more?",
"On a dark desert off-ramp,\nstale wind in my hair.\nwarm smell of all-day breakfast, \nrising up through the air.\nUp ahead in the distance, I saw Jack's Cafe,\nCheap n tasty huge servings too,\nWish I had longer to sta-aay. \n\nHighly recommended. (With apologies to the Eagles)",
"I've only been to Peg's once, but I will say that the one visit topped Jack's overall. They're both killer breakfast places (Jack's serves lunch as well), but IMO they're different types of restaurants.\n\nA lot of Jack's appeal is based on its status as an \"old school diner\" type place. It's been the site of at least a couple of movie shoots--the one I remember seeing is from a Reno-based movie called \"Hard Eight\" directed by Paul Anderson (\"Magnolia\"). I love the little two-person booths--the little table makes those big ass plates of food seem even bigger. I'd call it your basic American diner in the sense that they have a large menu with lots of variety, but not too much experimentation. Omelets, pancakes, chicken fried steak, burgers, sandwiches, etc.\n\nPeg's seems to be targeting a slightly younger crowd, with more moderate portion size than Jack's HUGE breakfasts and lots of variations on eggs benedicts, various types of grits, etc. giving it a bit more creative flair with the ingredients--on my sole visit to Peg's, I had an andouille sausage eggs benedict with fresh jalapeno and a side of a mild chunky salsa-like vegetable garnish. Thinking back, Peg's seems a bit healthier and less greasy than Jack's as well. \n\nBut sometimes, breakfast with a lil' grease helps it really hit the spot. I've always left Jack's feeling happy, satisfied and extremely full . Definitely 4 1/2 stars overall. A great way to start the day, but I'll need at least a couple cups of coffee to counteract the urge for a nap after.\n\nIf you've read my other reviews, you know that once I get stuck on a meal I really like, I'll stick to it...although after reading about the cheese sauce on the potatoes, I might have to mix it up next time. \n\nI always order the chorizo omelet and throw in an extra $1.50--that gets me about half of an avocado, sliced and served on top of the omelet. I think they're three-egg omelets, but covering half the plate, that sucker looks closer to four-eggs possibly...the other half of the plate being loaded down with a giant pile of delicious home fries. I usually get a biscuit instead of toast, but can rarely make it through the whole thing. \n\nThe reason I took a star off (I'd usually rate Jack's a full five, and feel very guilty even as I'm typing this) is because when I went yesterday, they were out of salsa and I had to resort to Tabasco. The salsa that Jack's makes from scratch (Juan's salsa, I don't think they mention it on the menu) is so mind-blowingly good that it can take your meal from very excellent to life changing. It's hot but not overwhelmingly so, and ranks in my top three as far as Reno/Sparks \"house salsas.\" Pretty impressive IMO that diner salsa can beat out most taquerias. If Juan followed the lead of, say, the Grubstake in SF, and started bottling the stuff, I'd gladly invest in a full case. \n\nEven without the salsa, the chorizo was spicy enough to blend perfectly with the eggs. Service is always friendly and efficient, an even more impressive feat considering how packed Jack's always is. The coffee and water refills are consistently frequent. They're only open until 2 p.m daily so plan accordingly. I haven't ordered lunch items in a while, but I remember them being comparably big. Heidi's (R.I.P.), located across Virginia from the Peppermill, offered similarly huge quantities o' grub, but quality-wise it could vary. What was great one weekend would be under-seasoned and disappointing the next. Not so with good ol' Jack's, it's always the same and it's always good. \n\nJuan...please make sure to make an extra-large batch of salsa next time...I promise if you have any left @ the end of the day, I'll give it a good home....",
"My daughter and I went for a late breakfast/early lunch today. Good food, good service and a true old time diner/restaurant theme. It's almost as old as I am and I also remember this location to have been a Sambo years ago. Service great. Food very good and very ample portions. Very reasonable prices and draws a mixed crowd of peoples.I'm going back as I want to try some of their \"south of the border\" breakfast items. ( Don't plan on this place for small portions or a weight loss center).",
"I go back a long ways with Jack's Coffee Shop and I'm surprised I haven't written a review before now. I used to eat at Jack's when it was on Prater Way where Chema's Real Tacos is now (I ate at Elmer's before that). \nI like the new place on Kietzke Lane much better for breakfast. \nOne thing I've always hated about Jack's is their potatoes. Never cooked evenly and the only way I like them is buried in country gravy, and often not then. \nMy last time I got two pancakes, two eggs and two strips of bacon. The pancakes were good. The eggs were eggs. Hard to mess them up. But the bacon tasted like it had been cooked a couple of hours earlier and was reheated for me. All in all, it didn't seem like a good value. Look at the photo.\nService is usually pretty good.\nJack's is reliable for breakfast, though.",
"What a consistantly good place for \"down home cooking\". Good, big, huge breakfasts and good lunch also. The service is spot on with smiles and fast-friendly delivery. Over the years-- great-- glad I came back for breakfast yesterday."
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"Peddler's Village is a really fun way to spend the day. Located in Bucks County, Peddler's Village is a picturesque complex of really unique stores, and there are so many, you can spend the entire day shopping. They've got restaurants, bars, jewelry stores, teapot stores, antique stores, fine crafts, gift stores, etc. etc. They've got a store run by a local vineyard, where you can sample and buy their wine. My favorite place is the candy store, which has all of the kinds of candy I liked as a kid and can't find anymore. They've also got a huge carousel for the kids who come visit, so it's family-friendly, as well. The grounds are also nice, with an old water mill, a gazebo, and lots of green space. I like going here in the spring and fall when the weather is nice, but this place is open all year round. It's totally worth the trip.",
"When I need my scarecrow fix, I go to Peddlers Village. Always decorated for every season, holiday, event, day of week, hour, etc., this place delivers cheap thrills amongst overpriced stores. You like colonial history? Well, Peddlers Village will give you \"history\" alright, only its history is in the form of non-functional water mills and pubs. There's a few decent restaurants in the Village, but try not to go into one during the weekend. They're crowded and full of oldies complaining about the amounts of spice in their meals.\n\nAll in all, a lovely place to take Mom for Mothers Day, or a great setting for your Senior Portrait photo shoot.",
"I have been coming here/working here/living near here since the late 70's so my how PV has grown. Now there is a festival just about every weekend in the summertime - and the place is crawling with displaced NYers.\n\nBut, it is still charming and you MUST go here at least twice in your life - once during the Strawberry ot Teddy Bear Festival and once on a MID WEEK day in the morning - when it's dead as a doornail and you can actually shop in peace.\n\nDon't miss Penn's Purchase nearby and Granpa Hicks, Total Animal, and Accents & Images Gallery.",
"It should definitely be seen, that's for sure. The look and feel are quaint and old-world, with shops nestled and tucked in faux-flagstone buildings with lawns and trees all around. It's really lovely. That said, it's also a mecca of conspicuous consumption, as absolutely every store here is overpriced (except the china outlet, but that's because it's an outlet). \nI've been here once and enjoyed it, although we probably wouldn't go again unless we wanted to spend a lazy afternoon browsing and then have a meal at one of the lovely restaurants here. Apparenlty the steakhouse is quite impressive; I know the sous chef but have never been.",
"I have been here many many times over the years... with family, friends and it never disappoints. There is plenty of good food, good coffee, cozy shops and great events to please anyone anytime of year!\n\nIf you have little ones, don't miss Giggleberry Fair... if you like dinner theatre make sure you check it out at the Cock n Bull...",
"In my almost two years of being a Yelper, I begin to wonder why I have not yet reviewed Peddler's Village, since it's one of my most favorite places in the Philly burbs. Been going there on many different occasions ever since I moved here 10 years ago. I've also come many times to see my good friend Mike Brill (http://www.mikebrill.com) perform at various events they've held, such as the Strawberry Festival and the 4th of July Freedom Festival. Give him a listen if you like acoustic, Irish-influenced music. \n\nAnyway, some of my favorite shops at Peddler's Village include Turn Me Loose, which features all the vintage paraphernalia one could possibly imagine--perfect for my dream 50's inspired kitchen! I also really like the Life is Good store and the Spirited Gifts shop, and when I'm there with my mom (or on the off-chance that my grandma is visiting), stopping at Chico's is an absolute must.\n\nIn terms of events, be sure not to miss the Apple Festival, the Strawberry Festival, the 4th of July Freedom Festival, and the Christmas Festival. All are a great time!",
"If you're looking for someplace to go on a nice spring day, Peddler's Village is a great choice. The village itself is nicely landscaped and offers you a wide variety of specialty stories to browse through. This is the perfect place to go for a day of window shopping - or even for a day of shopping shopping :)\n\nIf I have one complaint it's that there aren't many options for quick to go food - snacks and drinks, we had to walk around a lot to find someplace to get a fresh drink - everything was bottled.",
"Been going to peddlers village since mid 20's, its nice, they do have different festivals all year round, nice , to walk around, We go during 1st wk of December, Winter Lighting festival, where they have lights, middle of town square, hot apple cider, toast marshmallows, just reminds you of scene in Winter wonderland, great!! No, its not great for shopping , shopping, but for unique things, yes, but not bulk of your holiday shopping. Do love it there.",
"Always come here whenever we go to New Hope - candle shop is great as well as Coach - always have to pick up something cute as you honestly cannot beat the prices (few weeks ago i got a $400 bag for $160) hit up the little cafe for lunch and a dairy queen cone for dessert - perfect!",
"I've been coming to Peddler's Village since I was a kid. I used to have to be dragged, now I seek it out. T and I came to check it out on a beautiful Sunday. Lots of families were about along with their doggies. The place was decked out for Halloween/fall with scarecrows, hay bales and pumpkins. We checked out the book store, an adorable toy store, a kitchen supply place and a French decor shop. Needless to say, the last two were my choice. :) \n\nWe didn't buy anything but it was nice to walk around and enjoy the beautiful autumn day."
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"a nice neighborhood seafood and pizza restaurant......our group had the cream of crab soup which was excellant, also broiled flounder, shrimp, and scallops served with pasta in garlic and oil sauce which was quite good. the crab cake platter was very good with little or no filler, all crab meat. we also enjoyed shrimp,scallops,whole clams mussels, and crab meat platter served over pasta marinara....salad was not included, but we ordered the $6 ceaser which was ok, but more than enough for all to share..the desserts were alright, nothing special .....the service was very friendly, did not try the pizza, but they looked great, we will be back to try them soon",
"We found this place by accident.... I wasn't sure if it was a restaurant at first in passing as it's in a shopping center type location with a simple storefront. We pulled in to look at directions to another place and we realized it was a restaurant. We decided to try it. We walked up, not really knowing what to expect or what it would look like inside but we were pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the food was good, service excellent and it's a byob:-) And free pizza for kids on Sunday! Always a bonus as we have 2 young kids. We'll definitely be back.",
"Saw advertisement for Val's and decided to give it a try. We were long time customers at the old Val's Seafood when it was located on Egg Harbor Rd in Washington Twp. Same owner, minus the husband as I understand it. The atmosphere is very different than the old place, Italian motif and definitely updated and stylish. Service was great and the food was very good...I guess Val hung on to the old recipes. My only issue was the the portions were a little small for the price. Stuffed flounder entree, crab cake entree and clams casino appetizer were a pricey for such a tiny portion. The pasta with seafood entree's were quite large and in line with pricing. Salads were good and enough to share with 2-3 people. Byob is allowed and makes the overall experience a decent value. Place is a little off the beaten path, right near the Sewell Post Office but worth the trip. Did not try the pizza. \n\nBottom line...good fresh seafood at a somewhat reasonable price.",
"I finally tried Val's for the first time last night. Before the restaurant was Val's, it was Neena's Brick Oven Restaurant. I was a little worried since they opened because every time I drive by I never see a big crowd there. Well, after hearing from a friend and reading the Yelp! reviews I decided to give it a try and I am so glad I did.\n\nEven though it is a seafood restaurant I just had the pizza. I purchased both a classic \"red\" pie and a \"white\" pie. They were cooked promptly and smelled terrific. The red pie had a perfect amount of cheese and the sauce was very good. The white pie also had the perfect amount of cheese and when the menu reads that it has plenty of garlic they mean it. I love garlic and I am glad that the menu was an accurate reflection of the final product. \n\nIn closing, both pies were very good and I will definitively order from Val's again very soon. The only reason I did not rate it 5 stars is because I like my pizza crust cooked more on the well-done side and Val's was cooked to medium. No biggie though, I will just ask for it well done next time. Also, i didn't find out until i went to pick up my order that they expanded their pizza menu. It is more extensive than what is listed on their website. If i knew that information beforehand i would have definitely tried one of their strombolis. So the next time you are in the mood for pizza definitely give Val's a try.",
"I've never posted a review before but I really feel I need to after my experience last night. The positives- fairly good service, nice ambience, BYOB. \nThe negatives? VERY small portions for the price, no healthy alternative to French fries/ onion rings/cole slaw, unless you want to pay extra for a plain vegetable, like broccoli, and little knot rolls slathered in butter and garlic. Seriously, not even a baked potato or baked sweet potato and salad is not included, another extra. $15.00 for a tiny thin little piece of broiled flounder, plus an extra $1.50 for a side of broccoli. \nSo, I brought my own wine, ate a little piece of fish and some undercooked broccoli and it cost me $20 with the tip. Um, think there are much better places to enjoy a meal. \nAt least I had good company and conversation or it would have been a total loss. But I could have done that at home!\nAnd seriously, I love garlic but holy cow, the place reeks, even outside! \nThink twice if you're hungry or want a balanced meal.",
"We have visited Val's twice now and have been impressed both times.\n\nOur first visit we concentrated more on seafood dishes including the crab au' gratin and a seafood tortellini from the specials menu. Both dishes were good. Bread was included and a small uneventful salad.\n\nOn our second visit we dined on an appetizer of bang bang shrimp that was excellent and a good value. We also tried a large pizza with extra cheese. Also excellent and a good value.\n\nService was friendly and reasonably timed.\n\nMy husband and I really like the simple, but warm ambiance of Val's.\n\nI eyed a huge slice of fluffy pumpkin cheesecake on my way out the door. Might have to try that next time....\n\nWe will definitely be back to Val's to try more dishes soon.",
"After two more visits we have become unhappy with the pizza at Val's. The sauce and cheese are great, but the crust needs some help. On our third visit the crust was burned. They offered to recook it, but we had to get on with our evening.\nFor the fourth visit we carried pizza out. I mentioned the burned crust when I called in the order. The crust was not burned this time, but just wasn't good. I don't know what the deal is there.\nOn these last two visits we also had the bang bang shrimp. It is truly delicious. We even turned two newbies on to it.",
"We had dinner tonight at Val's - a celebration of things. For appetizers we had the Polpette, fried meatballs stuffed with mozerella. Meatballs were tasty little gems, but I was saving one to have with my lunch the next day and the waitress took it without even asking if we were done! (Not busy when this happened, although it filled up afterward). Calamari was decent, came with pepper strips as well. The rings were tastybut the whole pieces were very tough. Hubby had Mussels Fr Diabla- VERY spicy but he liked them. ALso had King crab legs, a little on the small side, and I had the Seafood Platter, brioled. Crabcake was decent but needed more (or some) seasoning), flounder was a little dry and the seasoning used was like a dryer version of Old Bay with no salt, weird. 3 Shrimp were ok, could have been cleaned a little better and scallops were good size and tasty. I dont mean to complain but this was a $25 entree. I ordered mixed veggies and fries- the veggies were not seasoned at all and cut so thick and undercooked I could not eat them. Fries were the mashed potato type fries not the thick steak fries I thought I woud get- disppointing. We had the caramel apple cheesecake for dessert and at $6 it weas a huge slice plenty big enough for 3-4 to share and very good. Very good. The accompanying coffee was very olod and burnt tasting, and I do love strong coffee, but this just tasted bad, I couldnt drink it. We will go back and hope for a few improvements. All in all not a bad meal, not perfect.",
"This little local secret isn't much of a secret anymore. \n\nFor the first time ever we had to wait for a table last evening; (7 p.m. on a Friday). There was still a wait when we left. This is great news for such a nice place. \n\nI love the warm atmosphere at Val's. \n\nWe always enjoy the chicken parm and the bang bang shrimp. For the first time ever, I saved room for dessert (all made in-house!). Oh, am I glad I did!\n\nI had the ricotta cheese cake with tiny chocolate chips. That crust! Oh my heavens! Fantastic.\n\nGood service, too.",
"I was looking forward to visiting a new BYOB in the area. The seats had a few wholes in them so the ambiance wasn't the best. However, I wouldn't pre-judge the food for that reason. I had the pasta with scallops and crab. The spicy marinara over powered any other taste. I was disappointed, it just lacked taste other than spicy. We did have dessert...Oreo chocolate cheesecake and apple crumble. Delicious dessert! I didn't have their pizza so I can't rate on that. Sad to say, I won't be going back."
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"Fabulous on all fronts. I am a bit of a burger brat, and this one was absolutely outstanding. Simple, but nailed all the right things. Great service and killer atmosphere. Ask about the 100 Beer Club.",
"Burgers are excellent, beer selections excellent, fun atmosphere. Outside seating as well. Fries are very good, love the special sauce that comes with it! Be sure try a fried Oreo, wonderful! Highly recommend!",
"Wow. Maybe the best burger I've ever had. They have several different specialty burgers, but I went with the basic cheese burger and it blew my mind. It's a simple set up and the wagyu beef feels like it's melting in your mouth. Unreal. Huge beer selection with some varieties I haven't seen anywhere else in Nashville. They seem to be really into rotating in new and different types of beer. Prices are affordable too. Service was prompt and friendly. Staff seemed very knowledgeable about the beers and genuinely happy to be there. Just what this part of town needed. I will be back.",
"The burgers are delicious and melt in your mouth. Our service was great during the soft opening. I look forward to returning. A bit loud inside, but the outside eating area is a delight. Only one thing missing from the menu: salad ( a simple side salad to go with a burger would be nice). We will return",
"AMAZING service! The service was incredible. We were greeted and checked on by EVERY waiter and waitress form the time we walked in the door until the time we left!!! The burgers were fantastic. One of the best in town!",
"I eat red meat sparingly. But, there are those days when only a juicy burger satisfies and you want it to be perfect. This is it!\n\nI've tried many of the touted burger joints in Nashville (Pharmacy, Burger Up, Burger Republic, Belcourt Taps) and this one is my favorite!\n\nFOOD:\nThe burgers are no frills so, the beautiful flavor of the amazing meat just comes through and through. I had the Chile Verde (their Monday special) with roasted poblano peppers and pepper jack cheese. My friend had a cheeseburger. We were both soo wowed by our burgers that we did something we have never done before: ordered a second burger and split it! And, we did not feel an ounce of guilt. It's just that good.\n\nThe french fries were eh ... and I probably will not be ordering them when I go back. But, french fries are not what this place is about.\n\nWe split a fried oreo and loved the fact that we could just order one and didn't have to commit ourselves to a big desert. \n\nWe had a coffee stout that was also yummy.\n\nSERVICE:\nThe service was super. Everyone is friendly, efficient and relaxed. \n\nAMBIANCE: \nYes, relaxed - this is something we had not come across in the uppity Germantown and wow was it REFRESHING. \n\nEverytime a new place opens in Germantown, I am so excited to try it only to be let down by what has become the same-old, trite, yipster (yuppie meets hipster) attitude. Most places pay more attention to appearances (i.e. appearing cool, hip, and trendy) than substance (flavors and service). I love that this place is low-key and unpretentious. They pay attention to their food and their customers. My friend and I wanted to go back the next day, but we are trying to hold off for a week or so.",
"I can't stop thinking about this place. I dream about it. I am equally glad I don't live near it and saddened that I don't live nearby. I saw the amazing reviews and that it was a new so last week after church a group of us decided to check it out. We sat outside on the patio and there were only 2 other groups out there, making for a really low key laid back atmosphere. The green space they have next to the patio is really nice and they had sprinklers going that night, which was really soothing! We asked what they were planning on doing with that space and the server threw out some ideas, but honestly, just keeping that green space pretty would be incredible over having a stage or anything else loud. I guess after living in Nashville for so long, it would just be nice not to always have live music in your face...maybe that's just me though! \nThe food came out quickly and everyones food looked amazing. My husband and I decided to share the jack over piggyback, which is a cheeseburger with a split hotdog on top with jalapeños....it was amazing. It came with a pickle spear and fries or sweet potato fries are an addition $2 something. We quickly downed that burger and realized we wanted more!! So we ordered the cheeseburger with mac and cheese and BBQ potato chips....HOLY....OH.MY.GOSH....it was incredible. If you are looking for a nice quality, delicious, guilty pleasure burger, this is it!! So just so everyone knows, these burgers aren't like Burger Republic or Burger Up, where they are big and filling and a little more high brow, these are your trashy, low brow burger but done exceptionally well with nice ingredients, but you probably could have guessed that when I said there were chips on a burger! \nTo end the night we all got one of the fried oreos. It was the perfect ending to a great meal. My husband and I spent $24 for 2 burgers, fries and 2 oreos. Not terrible, my only complaint is that the fries should be included in the price, especially since they aren't anything different, just crinkle cut fries. Even that complaint wouldn't change my 5 stars for this place though, that's just how good the burger is!",
"How disappointed is all I have to say. First you have to valet bc there is no parking. Then when walk in and seat ourselves kind of a mix decor of this and that did like the locker doors below the bar. They don't tell you any where on the menu what the size of the burger is ... We asked and the waitress went from a 5 oz to a 7 oz. big jump for not knowing. We liked some of the toppings on the burgers but you either have to get the burger of the day or the REALLY weird options that are like Guy Feri stupid and gimmick junk. The prices are all over the board ranging from a plain burger for 7 and the up to 10 bucks for a special burger. NONE of which come with anything. We order the Jack special sauce burger for 9.50 and fries for and extra 2.50. OMG the tiny burger that came to the table was a down right joke. Mine did not even fit the small bun it was like a knock off of an In-Out Burger. And not even that good. Then to top it off a small blonde waitress was yelling with another employee like they were at a rave! Loud and foolish. It was a total waste will not go back or send anyone not to mention adding to my next blog and a sad sad event. Later have to go some where else to eat again bc I am still hungry.",
"Great food, friendly service. Tables could be a little bigger for those of us that like a little more space.",
"stopped in for a late lunch its at a awkward location but in a growing area very friendly staff, great, decor and vibe. had the Greg Brady burger its topped w Mac n cheese bbq chips and was awesome.... also stopped back for the Saturday surprise special topping corn beef fried egg hash brown cheddar cheese need I say more"
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"Free beer, free wine, free sides and tasty entrees. Legitimately good food. The location is pretty horrible in my opinion -- in Larghetto. But the food is good enough that I'll be going back often. One suggestion for the owners: carry Hacker-Pschorr Octoberfest on draft. Best beer ever made, and its German.",
"Friendly, family run restaurant located in an interesting neighborhood. The food was pretty decent and all 4 of us have lived in Germany so we have experience. Not every Friday but okay for special occasions. To be safe, make reservations.",
"My husband and I love to support local independent restaurants and we stumbled across this little gem on Yelp about a week ago. There was only one review but the feedback was positive so we decided to give it a try. My husband and I are army brats and have lived in Germany for several years so we know what German food is supposed to taste like. German Bistro 2 was spot on. The first time we went to the restaurant, we opened the door and Irena was dancing with a customer with polka music playing in the background. We knew it was going to be a great place at that point! As the first review states, beer or wine is included with your meal. Bread and potato salad are also complimentary. I selected the Schnitzel dinner and my husband selected the Currywurst meal. We were not disappointed. You can select two sides for your dinner and they are bottomless. I had the German Bistro salad with balsamic vinaigrette. The vinaigrette was very fresh and flavorful. The portions are so generous that we didn't make it to a second round of sides; plus we wanted to save room for dessert. We had the cheesecake which was phenomenal. I went to the restaurant again last night with two friends. Irena and her daughters were there and were very warm, friendly and welcoming. They make you feel like an old friend stopping in for a visit. This time I decided to order the Sauerbraten meal. My friends had the meatloaf and special (veggie lasagna). I also ordered the decadent chocolate cake for dessert. The chocolate wasn't so rich that you could barely eat it - it was perfect! My friends were very impressed by the meals and the restaurant over all. Do yourself a favor and give this restaurant a try - you won't regret it!",
"Of the few places serving German food in Pinellas county, this is my favorite. \n\nThe place is small, so reservations are suggested. However, you can usually get a table for 2 without much issue. Free beer and wine is a plus. I would have preferred some other German beers, like Optimator or Hacker Pschorr, but you cannot complain about free beer. \n\nThe complimentary potato salad, bread, and herb-butter we received before we ordered was excellent. We had a few refills on these. The spaetzle was excellent. We each a schnitzel. I got the Gypsy and the others got Jaeger. They were both excellent. The mushroom gravy on the jaegerschnitzel was better in my opinion, but that's just a matter of personal taste. \n\nThe service is top-notch. There was somebody constantly getting us a refill on the drinks or the sides. This could be bothersome if you wanted a quiet romantic dinner, but this was a fun, festhaus-like atmosphere. \nThe accordion player really rounded out the experience. However, I don't believe the accordion player is there always. Maybe 1 or 2 nights per week as I understand he performs at their other shop in Tampa. \n\nMy only regret is that we all were gluttonous and ate too much food. It was all so good, we just couldn't stop. \n\nThe prices pretty much all fell between $13 and $16 which would seem a little pricey if not for the free refills on the sides.\n\nI'll be returning again shortly.",
"This is a great German food at good price considering the complimentary bier, wine, warm German potato salad and unlimited refills on the two side dishes. The portions are large and you won't be ordering many side refills.\n\nI walked in and felt like I had been coming there for years. This was our first visit and we will be back very soon.",
"Based on great Yelp reviews we tried German Bistro 2 out and we were not disappointed. Very friendly service! The free beer was great. Potato salad, bread, rouladen and currywurst were all delicious. My husband and I agree that the red cabbage was our favorite thing, but we always love good red cabbage. We wish we could have tried dessert but we didn't get refills and still took a box home, so we will have to save that for next time.",
"This place was an absolute pleasure to dine at. The staff is incredibly nice and accommodating, the food excellent, and who can say a negative thing about free beer and wine? \n\nI highly suggest making a reservation due to the fact that the establishment is small (they probably had no idea how well they'd do) but if your a small group you're probably okay. \n\nI most definitely will be returning.",
"Location: tiny with only about 30 chairs. Call before you go since you might need a reservation. Hard to find in strip mall, but it is by a Thai restaurant.\nStaff: wonderful German family owned and operated. They take pride in their food.\nFood: fantastic authentic. Entrees include free beer or wine and 2 sides! Bring your appetite since you will eat hearty! \nI don't give 5 stars a lot, but well deserved!\nGutes Essen!!!",
"Outstanding! The food is homemade and absolutely wonderful. Very authentic. Bottomless sides and free beer & wine. Das Essen schmeckt fantastisch. Kommen Sie hier für Mittagessen oder Abendessen!!",
"Excellent: Food and Service. We have been twice with groups of 6. We have tried most of the items on the menu and everything is fantastic. Free German beer and wine. The staff is very friendly and attentive without overwhelming you. It isn't easy to find but it is worth it. Strongly recommend it."
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"Damn good mexican good. The guac is pretty good but not really to my taste (I like my guac to be spicey) \n\nThough, to be fair--- this isn't the best mexican I've had in Saint Louis",
"Best Mexican in St. Louis. The guacamole is excellent, and there are some unique items on the menu. The salmon is particularly special.",
"Best Mexican in the city! I always stop by when I'm in town. The salsas make my wimpy eyes cry, but it's a good kind of cry. Just writing this is making me crave the guac, and my next trip to the Lou is months off. ALAS!",
"tasty guacamole, spicy salsa, good place for a beer, then enjoy the chef's special and leave stuffed. as most reviewers here are saying, best mexican in st. louis.",
"Best Mexican in St. Louis, hands down. I still crave their Albondigas (Meatballs) dish which is served with rice and tortillas for your very own meatball taco heaven. Great drinks and desserts too!",
"Pueblo Solis was my favorite tex-mex food in St. Louis. Slight edge over El Maguey. and enjoyed more than Arcelia's, Chuy Arzola's, Chimichanga's, Hacienda",
"Service was really good. Despite getting my flauta order wrong twice (chicken instead of beef) they didn't bat an eye about giving me my third... too bad it was the worst I've ever had!\n\nTheir meat was ridiculously dry and their tamales were only ok. I wouldn't care to visit this place again... I'd much rather go brave Cherokee east of Grand for Gardunos instead.",
"we had some excellent food here. we also had some excellent margaritas, which is why the most I can tell you was the food was excellent. I remember great salsa verde, delicious mole and a cute waitress. Not much else. Don't be the designated driver, you'll miss out on great margaritas. Did I mention the margaritas?",
"Pueblo Solis, mostly known in my circle of friends at \"the other Mexican restaurant,\" because most of the time we bounce between two of them. When we feel like Mexican but don't feel like driving down to south Grand or we want something different, we go to Pueblo Solis.\n\nPueblo Solis is a popular place where when you go, if during diner time, expect to wait just a little bit. The wait is never too long so do not be deterred by it. It never really takes as long as what the estimated time is, so chips and salsa will soon be placed upon your table from which you can eat from while you take upon the great task deciding what it is that you will eat.\n\nWhy is it such a daunting take to read the menu? Well everything just looks so good. The chefs obviously know what it is that they are doing back in the kitchen because the food is wonderful. Of course, I always have a soft spot for Mexican food. It just makes me feel so warm and well, like summer is having a fiesta in my belly and I'm the awesome DJ.\n\nI always recommend Pueblo Solis to someone who is looking for a new Mexican restaurant who doesn't yet know about it. Pueblo Solis is a great place to go with a group of friends for an awesome dinner with some fantastic service.",
"We didn't expect to find good Mexican food in St. Louis, but here you go! \n\nThe chips and 3 types of salsa were served deliciously warm. The margarita was good, huge, and strong...very strong. I thought the price was high until I saw the size of this baby. Delish! \n\nOur food was great and there was way too much of it. We could have shared one plate, but it was all delicious and even better the next morning, cold. \n\nWhile we were here there were a bunch of ladies who I would call \"the real housewives of STL.\" They were clearly sucking down drinks, gabbing about their kids, church, and country buffet post-church. We didn't mind them until they end, when they bitched out our really friendly and accomodating waiter about being charged $1 extra for more tortillas and $1 extra for chicken. They spent 10 minutes (no joke) screaming about the upcharges, to the point where we were ready to whip out a $5 bill and tell them to keep the change to get out and let everyone else enjoy the meal. I mean, the prices are printed clearly on the menu and they ate everything! They tipped like 6% after to \"punish the waiter\" who, btw ladies, doesn't set the prices. It was unfortunate that they had to ruin OUR ambiance, but hopefully it means they won't come back and we will!\n\nSo, in short: you will get good food, good drinks, great service, but read the menu!\n\noh, and also - we tried to order a second marg, but it was after closing time and the bar was broken down. The waiter, who really was excellent, gave us his name and told us to ask for him next time and he'd give us one on the house to make up for it!"
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"This place is so cute, and I love popping by during the summer. While the Italian ice machine or something was broken last fall, I'm not sure if they're getting it back for summer, but my suspicion is yes. The ice is superb and a bargain compared to the price of a smoothie or ice cream at other nearby places.\n\nThe food is also quite good. The sandwiches are definitely big enough to share for a lite lunch, or you can share one and get a few cookies to top it off. A lot of the pasta dishes have a sort of surprise spicy edge, but they're all good. Also, most of the cookies are pretty good. Some can be a little dry, but go with your instinct and you'll find one that's divine. Also, the cannolis are raved about, but I wouldn't know, not being a cannoli person...\n\nService is almost always slow at this mom and pop, so allot enough time to eat there if you're trying to catch a bite before some Village function.",
"The thing I love about Savarino's is it seems to be a real family restaurant. My friend and I went in maybe thirty minutes before the place closed one night. We were about the only people in the place, with one other guy waiting on some carryout. \n\nThe young girl at the counter was very friendly and helped us choose our meals -- she had to explain broccoli rabe to me -- and wasn't at all mad at us trying to order so close to closing.. My friend wanted something vegetarian, and Savarino's had many offerings in that vein. I got some orecchiette with the aforementioned broccoli rabe. It ended up being fantastic. \n\nEven though we had ordered at the counter, the young girl who took our order brought out bread and plates and everything else to us out on the patio. It was us and what seemed like one of the owners outside enjoying the evening. The bread was great. The food when it came was fantastic as well. It was cheap, too, which is a good thing.\n\nThe desserts and pastries they had looked amazing. My friend and I were mainly able to abstain, but we did order some great gelato. Yum.\n\nA very friendly, laid-back kind of place. I recommend trying Savarino's out for yourself.",
"To be honest, I have no idea what the hype is all about. I went to Savarino's Cucina with friends after hearing all the great buzz about Hillsborough Village's Italian family restaurant. I got the Parmesan chicken, which on the menu sounded delicious but in person was awful. It was so bad, in fact, that I couldn't bring myself to try any dessert which I had heard was good. Wanting to wash down the overpriced and harshly disappointing chicken, I had a cup of coffee (which I normally don't drink) but that happened to be the only good part about my meal.",
"A few things you should be aware of before you go:\n\nSeating is limited.\nThe service by no means is fast. This is the kind of place you go for a very and I mean very leisurely meal. \n\nEverything smells good, tastes good, and looks good. The lasagna is my favorite. It's unique in that they put green peas in the dish...strange but at the same time delicious. The stuffed shells are good for a starter...the price to portion ratio is way off. \n\nThe cannoli's here are insane. It must be a labor of love for whoever makes them...which must by why they are so pricey...very much worth it though.\n\nSavarino's is the real authentic Italian-American experience in Nashville.",
"Cool location, just off the beaten path of Hillsboro village, very much a family operated place. The dessert cooler looks kinda like my home fridge with a bunch of stuff crammed in there and wrapped in plastic. I had a late lunch that took about 25 minutes to prepare (meatball sub?), and it was only alright. I'm not sure I grasp the concept yet, but I'll probably go back and give it another try. I really wanted this to be better than it was.",
"If you are looking for a very good authentic italian deli, this is the place for you. If you are looking for fast food, this is NOT for you. Like some of the other reviewers have mentioned, the service can be extremely slow (sometimes for seemingly no reason), but the food is great. I have tried several of the sandwiches and they were all very tasty. My favorite is the Ed Ponsil-somthing... The cannoli's are fantastic. Seating is somewhat limited, so this is not the place to come with a large group.",
"Going to Savarino's is always an experience. Don't go there expecting it to be fast or fancy. Go there expecting simple, delicious traditional Italian food in a family setting. And don't forget to try dessert - the cannoli are superb! \n\nAnd for the allergy conscious, fear not! Corrado prepares all food on-site and, at least for us, remembers your allergy and is quite vocal in his advice on what to avoid. \n\nI can't imagine a better place to spend an evening having a delicious simple meal.",
"i was visiting for the country music marathon and savarinos came highly recommended by the locals. though the wait was a bit long (its popularity is a plus), the food was great at the family-run (giving the restaurant a personal touch) southern italian restaurant and the folks working there were very nice. the delicious macaroons closed the night off well.",
"It took ages to figure out what to order here--some dishes I'd had were so-so or just plain bad--but I have and it is the Stevie B. sandwich.\n\nThis might be one of the best sandwiches in Nashville. It's certainly one of the most unusual: soft french bread filled with fried eggplant, cheese, sauteed broccoli rabe and shredded lettuce tossed with vinaigrette. This lovely collection of ingredients is then topped with a homemade flavorful hot sauce. There's nothing else like it in Nashville, or maybe anywhere.",
"Let me preface this review by sharing my qualifications: I'm a New Haven girl born of Sicilian ancestry. I know my Italian food, both at home at Mama's and when I go out for a pie or a grinder.\n\nThat being said, Savarino's wouldn't be in business 2 weeks if it was up north. But because there's literally no other place like it in town, they do well. I've given them plenty of chances...for both lunch and dinner, on weekdays and weekends, and the result is always the same. The slow service is just the tip of the iceberg. They've gotten orders completely wrong when they aren't even busy. I'm saying not even close... chicken when you order eggplant wrong. For a time, their grinders had shrunk to downright small, however last time I visited they were a good size again so gold star for you guys. One time, I swung by for dinner with some visiting northerners, and they were closed at 6:30...when the door clearly said 8. No note on the door, no nothing. Not how you should run a business.\n\nOn top of it all, the food is ok. Not great. Pretty standard, but I guess it's exotic to Nashville. I've had a handful of the sandwiches, never any pasta/salad/soup. So maybe I'm missing out. \n\nAlso, they never have pignoli cookies :( They are my favorite. Maybe at Christmastime?"
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"Exciting....a new Camellia Grill in the French Quarter! It just opened in November. \n\nIt's just as good as the original. Same set up, menu and ambiance. I might like this location somewhat better. It's a little bigger with lots of windows that let in sunlight. The only downside is finding parking. Fortunately, we lucked out today and found a spot close by. \n\nGo down there and get yourself a cheeseburger, fries and a chocolate freeze!!",
"From other reviewers this is a rather recent addition to their restaurant on Carrollton AVe. Ate there 12-22-10. The place has something like 30 or so stools sitting around a double pronged order taker/server areas. The food is prepared at the end of these two counters.\nThe menu is down to earth diner style food, lots of it and very tasty. We were there at about 5:00 pm and they were serving breakfast items so I assume that they do so all day.\nI had the Doc Brinker special which is a double hamburger with sauteed onions and mushrooms. It comes with chili and slaw. Very filling and definitely good.\nOthers had the Camilla Special which is a deli style sandwich it wasn't as good. The other item we can't remember the name of but was similar to a reuben (but wasn't) and was excellent.\nWe also had the cheesecake which was very creamy and had good taste.",
"Now that Camellia Grill has a 2nd location and in a great spot nonetheless, I will be back any time I am in town. This place is awesome! The guys behind the counter are hilarious and quick and the food is also great. I was pretty hungover when I came here, surprise being in New Orleans, and was not in the mood to wait for anything or anyone. 2 of us got a spot right away, coffee arrived a few seconds later and before long one of the best omelette's I have ever had was being placed in front of me. I'm not sure if it's the butter, or something special with the eggs, but they are light and fluffy and simply amazing. I will be coming back here whenever I am back!!",
"It's Camellia Grill... with booze.. and if that gets you worked up then you went to the right place.",
"I've been a fan of the original Camellia Grill for YEARS, so it's not suprise that this one is also, just as fantastic.... except this one is in the French Quarter.\n\nYou know when you're in the quarter... feeling a little dehydrated, er...um... drunk, and you wish that you could make it to Camellia Grill for a double cheeseburger, fries and a waffle? No? Is that just me? Well, you don't know what you're missing.\n\nEven when i'm not \"dehydrated,\" a burger and waffle from here are a spectacular combination... and YES... I share.... SOMETIMES.\n\nThe location really can't be beat in the quarter. It's not so close to Bourbon that people get on your nerves, but it is right down the street from One Eyed Jack's.\n\nEven though I am partial to the burgers, the omlets and hashbrowns are equally amazing, as are the sandwiches.\n\nAlso, The staff is extremely friendly which is always a plus.",
"Camilla Grill and I go way back. When I was in college and I would make it to New Orleans for a weekend and punish my liver, I used Camilla Grill to help make me whole before a long drive back home. This place was and is amazing!. Although it is \"an everyday\" person's place, the servers dress in the traditon of the more $$$ restaurant with traditional waiter outfits. It has a lot of charm with it's only means of table being a bar that snakes through the packed builiding. \n\nBut the important part is the food. It has the best omlettes in the country, maybe the world. They are fluffy and oozing with cheese and other ample ingredients. Handsdown the best hangover food. I introduced the place to my husband a few years back. He had to get a freeze too - which are delicious. But we never pass through New Orleans now without trekking Uptown to visit Camilla Grill!",
"I had read about this place adding a second location to the French Quarter, but I didn't expect it to be done by January 2011. It was! The hype is warranted. A very one-of-a-kind type of place. The lively diner is alive and well in New Orleans. Great fast food with very cool servers. The pecan pie is great... get it heated up on the grill with a scoop of ice cream - trust me. My girlfriend said the omelette was the food highlight of her entire trip. She went back a second time during our 5 day trip. Highly recommended!",
"This is the new location of the classic Camellia Grill which is located in the French Quarter-- but have no fear, they serve the same delicious food that their first location serves (the other location is on South Carrollton Avenue near Tulane).\n\nIf you're visiting New Orleans for the first time and have already tried some of the quintessential restaurants serving cajun and New Orleans cuisine, then shake things up a little with this homey little diner in the French Quarter. The Camellia Grill serves amazing flat-top grill burgers, huge omelets, and delicious chili cheese fries--yep, the messy kind w/ basic hot dog style chili and nacho cheese! ...and, you'll be glad The Camellia Grill offers cloth napkins instead of paper napkins!!!\n\nOne of the most delicious items on the menu is the muffaletta sandwich, which is a little different than the classic New Orleans style muffaletta because this one is grilled and served on a grilled frech bread roll. It was orgasmic and possibly one of the tastiest things I've ever eaten. If you're not familiar with muffalettas, they are sandwiches with ham, pastrami, mozarella and/or provolone cheese, and olive spread (which, even those who say they \"don't like olives\" usually like-- trust me).\n\nThe dining area of the new Camellia features bar-style dining only, but it's very cool because you can see the chefs prepping the food from just about any seat. Note that if you head over to the grill for lunch, you should hit it about 1 p.m. because the crowd will have tapered off a tad by then.",
"Southern hospitality here. Loved the omelette and had the best hash browns ever!!!! Everyone around me ordered the burger... Next time!",
"A branch of the original Camellia Grill in the French Quarter? Now my life is complete. \n\nWe first visited the original Camellia Grill about ten years ago, located uptown, out past Tulane University. It was a legendary diner, serving great omelets, burgers, and fries. They're also known for their freezes, a drink that's sort of a cross between an Icee and a milkshake. They open early and close late, so they're a big draw for everyone, especially nearby Tulane college students. \n\nDuring subsequent trips to New Orleans, we discussed taking the long trip out to Camellia Grill, but always found it easier to hang around the French Quarter. What a bummer it wasn't closer. \n\nWell, guess what? (drum roll please) Now it is! \n\nWe visited New Orleans last month and asked our (French Quarter) hotel concierge where we could go to get a good slice of pecan pie. He recommended Camellia Grill, which had just opened up in the Quarter the month before and is a replica of the original uptown location.\n\nLet me conclude by implanting this unforgettable idea in your head regarding pecan pie. The fry cook melts a chunk of butter on the griddle, tosses the pie slice face down on top, then slaps the bottom crust with a spatula to \"slap the calories out of it.\" As it is being served to you, the warm pie is topped with a generous scoop of ice cream. Surely this is the best way in the world to enjoy pecan pie."
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"This is a great little place to have right across the street from your house! We went the day they opened and ordered wings and calzone. I was torn between ordering the hot or original. I would have assumed the originals were buffalo, but they're not, they're sauceless. The sauced wings were definitely hot as advertised, but really, really good and I would order them next time over the original (I ordered original, but she made a sauced wing for me to try). The also come with a side of fries and two pieces of ciabatta bread, so there's plenty of food! My husband ordered a calzone and he said it was very good as well. Also huge. \n\nAll-in-all, we will definitely be back. I would love to see this place get a couple of TVs for watching games... with such great wings and food, it would be a nice place to go to watch.. though I'm not sure that's the vibe they're going for ;)",
"Good food and a warm and friendly owner that has a genuine concern for her customer's wants and needs. Much appreciated!",
"I saw the signage on my way to the chiropractor and decided to stop in on my way back home since it was around the lunch hour. This used to be the Billy Goat Chip Company which is on the corner of Loughborough and Macklind. \n\nI went in about noon and it was empty except for 2 employees. The lady at the counter was super nice. I decided on a ham and cheese panini and she asked if I wanted fries. I am not sure if it came with fries or she was just being nice. \n\nThe ham & cheese was very good and made with red pepper. I enjoyed it very much. The portion of fries was just right and did not overwhelm the plate. I paid a little over $7 for my sandwich and fries.\n\nThey have pizzas, paninis, burger, wings, one salad and dessert on the menu. The prices seemed higher for what i would expect at a smallish place but not unreasonable. It appears to be Bosnian run which is not surprising given the area. \n\nI would go back more often if I lived closer. The reason I didn't give it 5 stars is the outside area is not the best. The sidewalk is very choppy and messy looking. Parking is on the street.",
"This little gem is the epitome of a restaurant that does just a few things, but does them very, very well! Sandwiches, pizza, wings, salads, capiche?! \n\nFor around $7.00 US American Currency (Sacagawea gold dollars accepted also) I got a Buffalo Chicken wrap, and since I had a mighty hunger I tacked on an order of fries (big mistake). The wrap was actually (2) wraps. So imagine an 8\" griddle toasted flour tortilla stuffed with shredded white meat chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and somewhat mild wing sauce. Now imagine two of them. That is what you get in one order. \n\nMy hunger sated I am now on the brink of a food coma of epic proportions. People at work are starting to stare as my eyes glaze and my computer chair groans under my recent weight gain. \n\nThe staff is extremely friendly and helpful, the decor is warm and inviting, and the food will rock you in a cradle until you fall asleep by the fire on your grizzly bear throw rug.\n\nGo there.",
"Cute little place. We live in the neighbor hood and love local places. This place was a great local joint.",
"I love this bistro! Excellent service, friendly staff, it was clean and updated, charming, the food comes in generous portion sizes, at good prices. It was all delicious, and the deserts are dreamy. I'm so happy to have this restaurant in Princeton Heights! I tried the chicken parm and the margarita pizza, with a chocolate cream puff like desert. You have to try it: this is one little place that deserves to succeed.",
"I've been here twice now and haven't been disappointed. Good quality food at good prices. The brick oven pizza is excellent. She says she makes the dough herself from scratch and I can tell. It doesn't have the hip ambiance of Onesto's or Tivoli, but it doesn't have the prices or long wait either.",
"This place opened up a couple blocks from us not long ago. I love pizza, and saw they had some, so I wanted to try it. \n\nI got a pepperoni, I think they only have one size. My wife got a buffalo chicken wrap and a salad.\n\nThe pizza was very good. The crust was great, cooked thoroughly, but not overly so, the sauce was excellent, there was a good amount of cheese and toppings. Oh, and it was a great size for the price, way bigger than I was expecting, it barely fit in the box. The only thing I wasn't as thrilled about was that it was a bit greasy, not terrible though.\n\nMy wife's wrap was good. It was kind of weird, as it was two smaller wraps cut in half, but that worked well. It made it easier to hold and eat, which is never bad. The salad was good, you know for salad and such. If you can't tell, I really only cared about the pizza, as should you, but I thought I'd give some feedback on the other parts as well.\n\nThe woman at the front desk was friendly and courteous. The prices were reasonable, perhaps even, dare I say if for fear of jinxing it, cheap. We carried out, so I can't comment on service, but the location itself was clean and well lit, which is nice. \n\nI'd recommend the food to anyone!",
"My girlfriend and I has a great time! The food tasted great, especially the cake! Our waitress was simply polite. Just put a smile on my face. We'll definitely be back!",
"So I just discovered this restaurant earlier today with my friend and his host family from when he was a foreign exchange student years and years ago. We got there a little over 15 minutes before the bistro opened, but the owner invited us in anyway so that we could get out of the bright sunlight. That to me was quite wonderful. Walking in, it was a calm and quiet atmosphere and it felt very welcoming. I really enjoyed that. The owner herself was our waitress and made sure that our glasses were always full. She is quite a delight to talk to and be around. I could definitely tell that she cares about her patrons. Alright on to the food. \n\nWe ordered the Bruschetta as an appetizer. It took a few minutes, but I don't know how long. No matter how long it actually was, it was most definitely worth any wait. The bread was toasted to perfection, the tomatoes tasted very fresh, the olive oil was light and slightly sweet, lightly dusted with basil, and the (we think) parm cheese crumbles on top just added to the epic deliciousness of it. I was very impressed by it. \n\nMy entree was their Meat Lover's Pizza and the Margherita Pizza. \n\nStarting with the crust of the pizza. It was light and crisp, with just the right amount of give to it allowing that it was easy to pick up and fold ever so slightly to get a good bite out of it. Perfect. \n\nThe sauce was pretty good. I didn't get a very good taste of it due to the toppings that we had, but it blended well with everything else. \n\nThe cheese tasted fresh and was melted gloriously and when you lift the slice, you can see it stringing out and just a quick tug releases it and you can set it on your slice. I enjoyed it even if a couple of times I didn't bite into it all the way and had a cheese string that I had to shove into my mouth. \n\nThe meat on the Meat Lover's pizza was as expected. Crunchy and (I don't say this often because usually I don't like it) savory bacon, slightly spicy and juicy sausage, and robustly flavorful pepperoni adorned the pizza and it was delicious. \n\nThe Margherita Pizza was cheese on cheese on cheese it seemed. Even so, it was still light and easy to chew, savor, and swallow. I honestly could not get enough of it. \n\nAll in all, I most definitely loved this restaurant. The amount of basil in each dish was perfectly desirable, and the service was superb. Even though I live nearly 35 minutes away, I would definitely come back with some friends for some amazing food. I would most definitely suggest Corner Bistro to anyone who would ask for a good restaurant in the area."
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"Casual ombiance, quality food, excellent value. Chef Jeff is new to Santa Barbara, but committed to using local produce and catch in his ever changing menu. That way, not only will your meal be fresh, but your choices as well. Must try!",
"Very cool, comfortable NEW restaurant in Santa Barbara. Love the unique local art. \nTry the Burger . . . one of the BEST!",
"Pace is a must try! They have a relaxed atmosphere, amazing food and great prices. Their grilled cheese and tomato soup was incredible. I would highly recommend checking this place out!",
"We only ate the burgers (two adults, three kids), but we all thought they were the best ever! Incredibly friendly people who made us feel instantly comfortable even though we wandered in a bit lost. Fries were good too. Kids ate every bite as did the adults. We were even serenaded by one of the regulars. A really friendly and delicious authentic Santa Barbara experience - thanks!",
"Pace food and drink is the new spot on lower State Street. Today, after a stroll thru the farmers market, we stopped in to test the water. The menu has something for everyone. We started with the Grilled Vegetable Stack. Beautifully presented Japanese eggplant, zucchini, asparagus and mushrooms stacked with mozzarella with the most wonderful tomato cream sauce was simply divine and fresh, fresh, fresh.\nD had the Pork Tenderloin medallions with shrimp in a sake ginger sauce. So tender you could cut it with a fork, shrimp perfectly cooked and served with haricot verts and bacon and a delicate rice. Portion size was generous and the ginger sake sauce smelled divine.\nI chose the Wild Salmon Livonese. A huge piece of beautiful red salmon smothered with the most wonderful cream sauce with tomatoes, garlic, capers and kalamatas. I will just say \"dont miss your chance to try this dish\". It was EPIC. \nThe owners are a husband and wife team, Jeff and Kim, and there sons run the place. Jeff was trained as a French chef and thus his sauces are simply divine, rich, and well balanced. \nThe table next to us ordered salads which were generously sized and only $4.95. They were raving over the heirloom cherry tomatoes and the house dressing. Hummmm, maybe lunch tomorrow.\n\nMomma Donna is a gonna, but Pace food and Drink will make you think \nThat you have reached food nirvana !!",
"They served me a burger that they make from scratch, they grind their own meat for Pete's sake, after the first bite I didn't put it down. I just kept eating until I was empty handed. There are few places I consider so reliable, so completely unpretentious, this is a place you want to be a regular at, and luckily the owners make everyone feel like one. Oh and lastly have a beer even if it's early, you are at the beach for crying out loud... act like it!",
"Some of the most quality food and people on earth.\n\nI was in Santa Barbara for three days and ate at Pace four times. The Snyders are some of the most fantastic, warm, welcoming people I know. The food is absolutely unbelievable and is priced very comfortably. The service and engagement every guest receives is not easy to find anymore, and this along with the amazing food will undoubtedly bring success. Every staff member makes you feel like you're part of the family!\n\nYou better believe every time I come back to SB, I'm B-lining it for Pace!",
"Very cool little bar and restaurant. Stopped here for drinks with friends before a concert we were in town to see. I don't drink, but I was very pleased that they had root beer on tap! It was quite yummy. \n\nWe also tried the Calamari fries, they were excellent. Seems like such an obvious thing to do with Calamari, and yet I'd never seen it at any restaurant before. \n\nThe atmosphere was great inside, the service was excellent, and prices seemed very reasonable based on the location, the vibe, and the apparent quality. Check it out!",
"Pace is a new place just opened up in the old Momma Donna space. It really fills a niche in Santa Barbara and I hope they succeed. Pace's menu isn't very ambitious, but the food is exemplified by fresh ingredients and simple execution. The atmosphere exude a casual and comfortable vibe. The price is very reasonable given the quality of the ingredients and the location of the eatery. \n\nMy lunch started with a homemade cream of mushroom soup, a rich creamy savory broth filled with small chunks of fresh mushrooms. A slice of crunchy garlic toast was served on the side for mopping up every drop of soup. Next in the line up was the fish taco. The two thick tortilla were freshly made, the fish was crunchy and the slaw was fresh and acted as a nice balance to the fried fish. Even the rice and beans were homemade and the beans permeated with garlic flavor was one of the best beans I have ever tasted. Everyone praised the burger here and husband had to try it. The meat on the burger was great, beefy and flavorful, but I felt there was a disconnect with the generic bun, store bought ketchup, and yellow mustard. For a high quality patty, one expects brioche bun, housemade ketchup, and grainy mustard as accompaniment. The fries that came with the burger was very crispy and cut like shoestring, which I prefer, but it was overly salty and only lukewarm. \n\nPace's mishmash beer selection also reveals a little bit of identity crisis. I don't see the need to have 7 crappy big brand pilsner on the menu. If you are serving local wine, then why not serve mostly local beers. Its like the restaurant is trying attract foodies with their farm to table concept but also appeal to average Joe that want a burger and Bud Light. This place is new and they are still tweaking their style. Pace is definitely worth trying and with local support, I think they will become even better.",
"After reading the reviews, we went to dinner at Pace. The burger was fabulous and the special that night, Prime Rib, was cooked to perfection. The staff was very friendly and the owner came over to us to chast and see how we were doing. We will be back soon!"
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"For Valentine's Day, my best friend and I went on a Girl Date to The Vegetarian Supper Club at The Tasteful Kitchen. I was blown away.\n\nThe Vegetarian Supper Club is a fixed menu, four course gourmet vegetarian meal (which can be made vegan easily) event. For $25/person you get a soup, salad, entree, and dessert. Included throughout are fresh, well-balanced vegetable fruit juices and herbal tea. The food is fantastic. The portions are perfect. Normally a four course meal would make me feel overstuffed, but here it was perfect. They do not serve alcohol, but we brought a bottle of wine to share. \n\nThe walls at The Tasteful Kitchen are used as gallery space and we were entertained by lovely, non-intrusive live music. The space is small, warmly lit, and near several art/sculpture galleries. I am telling everyone about this place and look forward to taking friends there. There is also a tasty-looking ala carte menu that I'm excited to try. \n\nOh! One last thing. There are no meat substitutes or tofu used. The food is made from fresh, whole ingredients, very nourishing!",
"Holy Wow! I've been praying for this type of restaurant to open up in Tucson and everything about the experience was divine. The food was fantastic. The presentation and service outstanding. It is so great to witness and experience 2 people living their passion. I was delightfully full from the $25 Vegetarian Supper Club which includes fresh pressed juices, warm soup, salad and entree PLUS dessert! Such a great value and they are using primarily organic and local produce. To see kale chips and fresh juice on a menu in Tucson as well as many delicious raw food dishes fills me with gratitude for Sigret and Keanne Thompson. I highly recommend The Tasteful Kitchen and look forward to dining there often! See you there! Rebecca",
"OK, third time here, so it is no fluke. The Tasteful Kitchen is amazing every time.\n\nThe first two times I went were in its first month of operation. They were only offering their \"Vegetarian Supper Club\" menu at that time: a four-course menu for $25 (soup, salad, entrée and dessert, plus two freshly extracted juices), which was amazing and a smokin' deal.\n\nI was interested to return now that they'd expanded their menu (they still have a four-course/$25 option available, but also a couple of nightly specials, and a pretty intriguing a la carte menu). In addition, they've added a small raw menu, which I was dying to try. However, the coconut meat tacos, which were a nightly special, caught my eye instead. These were an inspired dish, the fresh coconut meat had been marinated in lime and chile and was served on corn tortillas with shredded cabbage and a tasty sauce and a tasty salsa on the side. Rice and beans were served with it. I also ordered one of the fantastic fresh juices: an apple-carrot-ginger and a salad made with papaya, avocado and walnuts. My partner got some delicious vegetable enchiladas and a vegetable melange soup, as well as a melon-pineapple-mint juice (off-menu, recommended by Keane who makes the juices and does most of the serving). We finished out with dessert, I got the raw strawberry cheesecake, which was exactly right for me, and my partner got the carrot cake, which was exactly what he wanted. It was topped with carrot brittle, which was freaking awesome.\n\nI love this place, I have felt satisfied, but not overly full, each time I have gone and have enjoyed every bite thoroughly. This is exactly what dining should be: feeling nourished and pampered at the end of the meal.",
"What a gem! The Thompsons have outdone themselves and brought a bit of culinary heaven to midtown. My wife and I had the four course meal for $25 and it was underpriced. Exquisite tasting healthy food is a rarity, but each course was sumptuous and the presentation was amazing.\n\nSo, to my fellow Tucsonans and visitors to Tucson, run, don't walk to this restaurant. Obviously, I am now a huge fan and will return religiously.",
"I've been eating raw for a few months now and let me just say it is very hard to find a restaurant that meets my standards, much less exceeds. The Tasteful Kitchen is absolutely amazing and perfectly priced. This is the only restaurant that has a raw menu in town. I'm so thankful to have these amazing sisters making food here in Tucson. Check it out, you will love it.",
"I dont even know where to begin.\n\nFirst of all the food is incredible. \nThe place and atmosphere is so welcoming and cheerful. the artwork in this place is just joyful and bright.\n\nI had the Raw Vegan Course wich came with a salad, a cold soup, a main dish, 2 freshly squeezed juices and a dessert. ALL VEGAN, ALL RAW!\n\nfirst I started off with a freshly squeezed watermelon-mint juice \n\nsecond came the delicious salad that was sweet and tangy and full of zest!\n\nnext I was presented with a fabulous cold cucumber soup that came in a beautiful martini glass.\n\nfor my main course, I had the best \"sushi\" I have ever had! it had a medley of veggies and \"crab meat\" (young coconut meat). it came with a side of asian slaw made with jicama and carrots. YUM!\nthey perfectly paired it with carrot-ginger juice.\n\nby this time i was so satisfied and full that i couldn't eat my dessert and instead asked for a to go box!\nI peeked in the box and to my surprise, a beautifully presented strawberry arrangement on a pastry which was made of raw nuts seeds dates and strawberries. \n\nI WILL BE BACK!",
"Terrific food. One of healthiest restaurants in town, along with Govinda's. All four of us enjoyed it. Fun. I had the raw menu. Delicious salad. Enchanting dessert. Will return. $25.",
"Loved this place! My fiance is vegetarian, so we're always on the lookout for places that have lots of veggie options. When we saw the Living Social coupon for The Tasteful Kitchen, we were very excited to try it out, and we weren't disappointed!\n\nWe decided to get one Raw Vegan Course and one Vegetarian course. Each came with juices, soup, salad, an entree, and a dessert. We were both super impressed with everything -- great juices, a very yummy salad, good soups, amazing entrees, and delicious desserts. My favorite was probably the veggie entree -- portabello mushrooms with a mushroom gravy, asparagus, and a sweet potato mash! Delicious! Apparently, they change their dish of the day pretty frequently, so we're looking forward to going back and trying something new next time.\n\nHighly recommended!",
"I want to start off this review by saying that I loved, loved LOVED the food. It was amazing and everything I hoped it would be. I got the vegetarian $25 course menu but swapped the main course with the raw one.\nIt had:\n-homemade garlic hummus to start with carrot sticks and jicama\n-hot butternut soup of some sort with two croutons\n-watermelon mint juice (simply amazing)\n-a salad with orange slices and pomegranate seeds, among other things, served with apple/carrot blend of juice\n-main course of raw thinly sliced squash with a pesto blend in between each slice, atop a layer of apples\n-and for dessert, a banana cake drizzled with chocolate that was probably the best banana cake I've ever had.\n\nThat being said, I am docking two stars for the service. I know this will be a bit controversial since this place has nothing but 5-star reviews. \n\nAccording to what I see here, our waitresses are also the owners of this restaurant. While I totally respect that it must be hard to run a business and be a server at the same time, the person who served us was - how do I put this? - totally unsociable and disagreeable, albeit knowledgeable. \n\nLet me explain. My mom and I went there with two livingsocial vouchers, one that was mine and one that was hers. What we didn't notice at the time was that in the fine print, it said that only one can be used per table. When I told the owner that we had vouchers, she said, \"Sorry, did I hear you say voucherS?\" and when I said that yes, we had two, she said, \"You will ONLY be using one. You will have to come back to use the other one.\" But she said it in quite possibly the curtest and brusquest manner I've ever encountered, as though the discussion was over, the case was closed, and we were rather stupid to assume that we'd ever be able to use two vouchers at once. It was the tone of voice as if she was talking to a small child, actually. I tried to brush it off, since i figured that it really was our fault for not looking at the fine print, but it was disappointing nonetheless, and I didn't like the attitude she had about it.\n\nThroughout the meal, we had decent service...nothing special as we had to wait a few times for water refills, etc. It was okay.\n\nBut my real complaint, and what prompted the review, was the fact that we got pressured into tipping a lot. And it wasn't just us, the couple sitting behind us used a coupon as well, and I heard her give them the same spiel. I HATE being pressured to tip more. Disclaimer: I always tip on the pre-discounted amount, and I usually give a good tip according to the service received. \n\nSo anyway. The lady brought over what appeared to be a phone that the total was entered into, and said, \"Enter a tip here. Unfortunately, it calculates the tip based on the couponed amount and not the full amount, so make sure to figure out what the pre-discounted amount would be and tip on that.\" Uh, what? I'm sorry, but we are not required to tip on the pre-discounted amount. Like I said, I normally do, but the fact that she brought it up and basically bossed us into it rubbed me the wrong way, so we actually ended up tipping on the discounted amount. Seeing the amount we entered (which, talk about awkward, I don't like that she's hovering around you as you tip!) she said, with obvious anger, \"Oh, well if I had KNOWN you weren't going to tip on the full total, I would have just entered it the other way.\" Who says that?! I guess it's hard to communicate a tone of voice over a review from the internet, but trust me, it was snotty. It was a bad way to end the meal, to say the least, and kind of confirmed that we did the right thing by tipping a little less. Anyone who has that kind of entitled attitude when it comes to tipping is someone that needs a reality check. :/ I don't owe anyone a fabulous tip, they have to earn it. Maybe I'm alone in this, but that is the reason for my 3-star review. I was uncomfortable with this and probably wouldn't return to The Tasteful Kitchen if it weren't for the fact that I have another voucher. I will enjoy the food, for sure, but I can't say I'm looking forward to encountering the service for a second time.",
"The food is wonderful here, I just wish the sisters would trade roles. The one who works in the kitchen is very nice, while the one who serves is a condescending nightmare! I doubt if they read these reviews, so I won't go into any more detail. Just be aware that when you eat in this establishment you will have a fantastic food experience but come with a thick skin."
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"I love this place. Great place to drink (right there in the mall). They have a very fine beer selection. Beers like North Coast Old Rasputin and St Bernardus 12 on tap! Great bottles too (Celebrator, Aventinus, etc.). And the food is pretty decent too. Neat store with good quality German products. The bartenders would give me free beer all the time for no apparent reason. Excellent all around! The best thing in the otherwise horrible University Mall.",
"Back when the University of South Florida held philosophy lectures in the movie theaters of University Mall, Mr. Dunderbak's was the secret hiding place for those of us who require great beer and cigarettes (banned now, for sure) in order to study. \n\nIf a half-pound jagdwurst sandwich with cream cheese on rye is your thing, they carry an impressive selection of deli meats and cheeses of varying freshness. Ask a server or the deli attendant what's best, and don't hesitate to look skeptical. \n\nBy the way, Dunderbak's skews traditional German-- very traditional. Even vegetarians who eat cheese might want to grab lunch elsewhere and come for the beer. Everyone's here for the beer. \n\nThe spaetzle should be avoided at all costs.\n\nBesides the beer, the grocery can be a big deal if it's well-stocked that day. You should probably not leave without at least one of the following: six or eight kinds of popular German chocolates (they have Ueberraschungseier!), marzipan fruits, and a large bag of Lebkuchen.\n\nWARNING: Do not allow classmates, co-workers, or significant others to goad you into a high-proof beer drinking contest here. That floor is very much harder than your skull and besides- you gotta get to class.",
"Much like the children from \"The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe\" had to walk into a giant closet and past a bunch of musty fur coats in order to reach the magical land of Narnia, a person in search of a great (and improbable) beer hall needs only to walk through a construction site, past an Auntie Anne's pretzel shop, a kiosk for dead sea face cream, and at least 35 prancing tweens at the University Square Mall to find their prize.\n\nMr. Dunderbak's is a long, cramped, shotgun-style bar and German restaurant hidden in this otherwise unremarkable mall. It keeps the same hours, closing at nine, but offers some of the most unassuming and absurd atmosphere you can enjoy while drinking high test European beer.\n\nThe selection is usually diverse and even includes a specialty cask beer on a rotating schedule. These people know their stuff! You get the impression that the employees love beer so much that they might just come in on an off day for fun.\n\nThe food is greasy, yet compelling. I feel like crap after every oily Rueben sandwich I get there, but I still can't wait to try one with the red cabbage slaw instead of Sauerkraut--THAT is what this place does to me. Definitely try the pomme frites or the potato pancakes.\n\nService is variable, but you're more than likely to get someone with enthusiasm and an actual real live personality, so no need to worry.\n\nAnd the polka! My god, the polka!",
"Great place inside the mall. Many types of beer from all over the world to choose from. They also have very very delicious foods to pick from. Over all great ambiance and a great watering hole.",
"This review is concerned with the new Mr. Dunderbak's location at Bruce B. Down's next to the Hess gas station. I never liked Dunderbak's much when it was still inside the University Mall. This new location is much more appealing. We went there for a few happy hours on Fridays, and it was a lot of fun. The beers are fresh and the crowd is friendly. Lots of USF students and staff, a variety of Tampa Palms sophistos, but also the occasional redneck. This makes for a nice mix during happy hour. The food is so so, but the fried green beans make for good beer food. What is missing is a large outdoor seating area similar to the Acropolis restaurant in the same strip mall. The way it is now this is definitely no beer garden! It is a bar+restaurant. Another issue is the dreadful music that is being played in this place. It is either sad German folk music presented live by a sad harmonica player, or similar stuff piped through the poor sound system. If it has to be German music, why not give Kraftwerk a try for a change!! Happier (or at least more contemporary) music would make this a much more enjoyable place! Also, I could not help noticing the run down condition of many of the ancient looking bar seats. Give them some new foam, Mr. Dunderbak! My behind hurt after a few hours of focused drinking! That is not how it is supposed to be!\nIn summary: Go there for happy hour (actually, happy hour ends at 6 pm, so it is useless for most people holding down a job!), stay away from the food if you can, and ignore the music. But the beer is excellent! Prost!",
"Great beers on tap and in the cooler, food is mediocre unless you know what to order. Some of the menu, including many sandwiches, are not worthy to be called German. Cheese plate is rather bland and unexciting. Good variety though. Good wait staff. Management on duty has some attitude and not the most professional in my opinion.",
"I've already reviewed Mr. Dunderbak's University Mall location, and since this new location is just a revamped version of the older one, with the same owner/staff/etc, I'll let that other review speak for itself and let this be an update.\n\nSo, the new place...THUMBS UP!\n\nWhereas the old Dunderbak's was a cramped, long, shotgun-style bar, with awkward seating, the new place is expansive and comfortable, without losing one bit of the charm and bustling excitement of the original location. The bar is now split between three rooms--really one large square beer hall with two smaller annexes on each side. One annex is a darker, more intimate bar, with full beer and food service. The other annex is lined with picnic style seating, typical of a traditional beer hall and only serves beer. I'd image the olde-school beer hall side would be a blast with a bunch of friends and some Hofbrau in a stein!\n\nBecause there isn't smoking inside, the interior is immaculate, while still retaining that \"baskets hanging from the ceiling, knickknacks on the shelves\" charm. Table service is brisk and the staff really tries to remember what you like to drink so they can help you try new things, if you want.\n\nThe food menu is the same. I can't comment too much on the german specialties because I stick to the same things over and over again (pomme frites). From what I hear from others, the kitchen is consistent.\n\nI would totally give the place five stars, except for two small things. For one, the lack of parking spots every time I visit is becoming a bit of a deterrent (they share the parking lot with a ton of business, number one being the New Tampa Acropolis, which is also always packed). The second issue is the unfinished feel of some of the corners of the building. I sat at the end of the bar in the more intimate room, looked to my right and saw a pile of boxes and a dismantled barstool staring at me. After a few pints, my friends started waving the barstool parts around. Errr...not optimal.\n\nBut, those piddly things aside: if you like beer or german food, get to Dunderbak's at least once. I personally hate driving to New Tampa or the USF area, but I make a big exception for a trip to Mr. Dunderbak's. That should say something.",
"Mr. Dunderbaks is da Bombenstimmung!! (fantastic atmosphere)! \n\nI loved it here. Great German grub. Fantastic selection of beers, 50 on tap alone. The HB Maibock was my fave for the day.... ooooh yes. And you can order beer in Liters. mmmmmmmmmMaibock!\n\nThe spicy goulash was mighty tasty, though not really all that spicy-hot. It was spicy in the sense of having multiple spices and not being bland. Definitely spicy like that.\n\nIf I lived closer, I'd be a regular. Without a doubt.\n\nWhy not full 5 stars? I've only been once, and I didn't get a chance to sample dessert. So read this as 4.5!",
"Since its move to its new location it seems more impressive, but sadly has lost a small bit of its 'hole in the wall' charm it used to have. The usually helpful staff is now spread thin and stressed out. Prices are a little high on everything, so it makes it hard to be a weekly stop. None the less its a fun experience when its not too crowded.",
"There's not much to do in Tampa. Mr. Dunderbak's a great place to hit up if you happen to be spending some time in Tampa. Mr. Dunderbak's has a variety of delicious brews on tap and an adequate food menu. Additionally, there's a wall of chocolate close to the counter. \n\nWhile I appreciated the variety of craft brews, one of my favorite beers was not up to par the day I ordered it. The Brooklyn Brewery Cuvee de Cardoz was not carbonated correctly. It could have happened for a variety of reasons (keg tapped too long, bad keg to begin with, or under carbonated at the Brewery), which is not to be blamed on Mr. Dunderbak's. \n\nI also ordered the lox (smoked salmon with cream cheese on a bagel), which was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't wonderful. It was just okay. The hot German potato salad was also a little more sour and soupy than I would have preferred. The Matterhorn on the other hand was quite tasty and rather large for the price. Piled high with meat on a toasty bread, it is perfect for soaking up heavy beers. \n\nDespite the semi-flat beer, I really like this place. Five stars for the beer variety and big sammiches!"
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"The lines here can get really long. Luckily, the line snakes along the edge of the casino so you can people watch while you wait. The variety here is pretty good as is the quality. We've gone to the Friday night seafood buffet a couple of times have haven't been disappointed (with three kinds of crab to choose from, no less: dungeness, snow, and Jonah). One of my favorite buffet items is shrimp -- and the shrimp here are always super fresh, and the cocktail sauce has a kick.\n\nThe carving station took my husband's request for some rare prime rib and went and got a new piece of meat so he could have something center cut. Also, their Asian offerings are good, especially the Korean Short Ribs which have proven to be crack-like for me on various visits.\n\nThe desserts are done well for a buffet. They have an ice cream \"bar\" - someone behind the counter actually scoops; no soft serve machines here. And cheesecake, which not all buffets do well, is creamy here.\n\nA cheesy highlight of eating here (that I always enjoy) is the periodic but brief tropical rain interlude -- the lights dim, the fake trees sway, birds call out, and suddenly a downpour falls from the ceiling. It lasts about, I don't know, 30 seconds or so, and then the rain stops and the lights come back up.",
"Island Buffet is located in the Peppermill Casino. It has a very tropical decor. The best thing I thought was the Caesar salad which is made to order. They didn't seem to have to much variety of food.The only seafood they had was the shrimp. Can't say too much for the prime rib cause it was bland and a little tough. The tamale also was not very tasty.They also had Chinese food but it didn't look too good. The fresh fruits (pineapple, cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon and strawberry were all very sweet and delicious. The chocolate mint cake was the only one dessert I liked, the rest I thought was just ok.",
"Ok, I'm reviewing the buffet but have to mention how damn dark the casino is. I walked in from the sun to have everyone glowing in the dark with all that black light. Peppermill definitely tops charts on the casino darkness level!\n\nAnyway, I read the review for this buffet in the tourist guide, boasting a selection of over 150 items. Maybe so but the food was not great. Service was good, and playing Keno was fun too.",
"This used to be my favorite Reno buffet back in the 80s. My parents dined on prime rib while I ate tomatoes and chocolate cake.\n\nThis was when they had an aquarium theme instead of the Rainforest Cafe that it is today. Remember all the bubbles and tropical fish hanging everywhere? Those were the days.\n\n*sigh*\n\nThe quality of the food really sucks and they don't make my tomato salad anymore. The chocolate cake was okay, but my a la mode was definitely old ice cream with a grainy texture. \n\nPooey.",
"Mmmm Mmmm goood!\n\nThe best buffet in Reno, bar none. We've been to many a buffet here, and always make our way back to the Island Buffet. Great selection and decent pricing - even on holidays!\n\nWe'd give them 5 stars but they have cut a few corners in the past few years. For example they used to offer lobster tails on their seafood night buffet but sadly these have disappeared (although they do offer lobster claws now.) On the other hand they do offer peeled shrimp, oysters, 2 kinds of crab, salmon, specialty salads, mexican and asian foods, prime rib, pastas, veggies, omlette bar, etc etc etc. *Drool* i'm going to have to make my way up there now foer dinner!",
"Another buffet that has gone down the drain. I've been here many times and this time the quality has gone down a lot. The Alaskan King Crab was not as good as before.. they use to big huge legs... and had better flavor... are they getting cheap or something it seems like it. The prime rib was mediocre. Over cooked.. and they ran out of au jus sauce... WTF how can you run out of au jus... 2 stars goes to the waitress we had.. she was such a nice lady...",
"Decided to have breakfast a'la buffet because we had a bunch of coupons to use at the Peppermill. What a mistake. Most of the food tasted and appeared to be at least a day old. The flavor overall was bland and left me wanting something better. On top of all of that the buffet area, like the rest of the Peppermill, is quite dark and glows of tacky neon lighting. I really have nothing good to say about this buffet and would recommend anyone thinking about going to just not waste your time. Maybe their lunch/dinner buffets are better but I am not willing to take the chance to go back and find out.",
"Here's another reason to cope with hunger: Nevada buffet places! Not so healthy, but enough to pick and choose your calorie intake for dinner. An average of two plates and you can send yourself into food coma and feeling guilty in the morning just by looking at the mirror. What the hell did I eat last night?!\n\nThe only highlights:\nPrime Rib (get the medium rare portions). Don't settle for the dry portions. \nBuild your taco or nachos.\nSteamed shrimp & crab legs\nDesserts (take the fresh baked cookies and get a scoop of vanilla ice cream - make an It's It out of it!).\nSkip everything else! You'll know what I mean even before making your selection. \n\nVenue: Remind me of an oversized Rainforest Caf. Don't worry...you're not hallucinating! If you had a lot to drink ( or your medication kicking in ) Yes..the trees do move. \n\n\nPrice: $26.99 per person on Saturday and Sundays. If you're staying at the Peppermill, you can use the $5.00 off coupon.\n\nGreat for large groups: Yes. Large dining area for family and friends. Keep in mind that this place gets busy for dinner so reservations are recommended in advance. \n\nOne extra service for our friendly and attentive waitress: Even though you're serving yourself at the buffet, the wait staff works their butts off to remove your used dishes and refill on drinks. Please tip generously. One this night, we dropped $25.00 for our waitress. Thank you!",
"I've had pretty good luck at this buffet so far. Probably been here 3 to 5 times in my life and so far, so good. The last time I came here was a Friday Seafood Buffet Night and though a little pricier than most of the buffets around the area, still was worth it cause I killed so much lobster and shrimp. Wasn't even funny. Ate so much drawn butter that night, I probably smelled like popcorn through my pores. Yes, I was a bad boy that night cause that much butter should not be able to be legally consumed in one sitting.......",
"Its a good buffet for Reno.\n\nLots of choices, a Chinese section, Italian section, seafood, Mexican station and a nice dessert station.\n\nLots of seating, the choices are good, and the prices are reasonable."
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"Great grill/sports bar out by Red Hawk Golf Course. Friendly staff, good food and a great patio with nice views onto the golf course. Nice area with a nice place to have a decent lunch or dinner. If you want to gamble a little, they have video poker in the sports bar area too.",
"Having the night off without the kids the better half and I thought we'd go out for a nice romantic dinner... and what we got was the kind of experience you would expect at a Sizzler in downtown Detroit, not a fine dining \"Grill\" in the burbs. \n\nThe wait staff seated us right next to a large party that had about a half dozen 9 year old children, who after chasing each other around the Golf Course area adjacent to the patio screaming at the top of their lungs, were now armed to the teeth with a collection of ripcord battle bots. Add to that ZERO supervision from their parents and you have the makings of a pre-school riot in the middle of a fine dining \"Grill\". \n\nAt one point I put my fork and knife down, pushed myself back from the table, and just stared at the parents... waiting for any recognition of the screaming going on next to me. Seeing my displeasure one of the kids, a cute little girl, said \"I'm sorry if we're being too noisy\" and then proceeded to pull the rip cord on her over the top rope battle royal toy, which then spun out of the big bowl she was using and onto the ground hitting my foot. \n\nMy recommendation for Davids is to bring the kids... all of them! Bring their toys... musical instruments, skateboards, pogo sticks, hula hoops, roller blades, jump ropes, hockey sticks etc... because it's not a place for a nice romantic dinner... But it could be with a little parental influence. \n\nI take issue with David's staff because they chose to seat us next to this large party, when they had many more empty 2 and 4 top tables closer to the entertainment, which was actually a rather pleasant piano player who played a mean trumpet.",
"I went there for a late lunch on a Friday afternoon and the place was empty, save for a few golfers drinking behind the bar. We sat outside on the patio which offers a beautiful view of the Redhawk golf course. \n\nThe lunch menu was the usual burgers, salads, sandwiches, ect. My mom got the crab salad which was good, but not quite filling enough for her (that is kinda wierd). I got the Fish and Chips which was just 'ok'. Prices were decent, although drink prices were a tad bit high. I had a Lemonade Twister with vodka and lemonade and I'll be hard pressed to actually be able to taste any vodka. Service wise it was good, but then again we were all alone. \n\nOverall, it was fun but I wish there was more of a atmosphere with more people. I can't really say if I recommend making the trip out there just to eat, but I guess it's a cool place if you live at Redhawk or play golf.",
"I was just there last night with a party of five people (birthday get together) and let's just say that I wasn't the least bit impressed. The services was horrid, and the food was ok. Dinner came to about $120 which was expected, but for that price I really expected more. \n\nWhen we arrived, there was a group of what I presume were 'members', a table of 4 young teenage girls, and a table of two that was just finishing up. Really, not that many people. We were seated promptly, but when the waiter took our drink and appetizer orders it took about 15 minutes for the drinks to get there, and a total of 30 min for the appetizers (Escargot and chips w/salsa). The meals we ordered were as follows: Swordfish, Lobster Risotto, Backed Chicken with Penne Pasta, Herb Baked Game Hen, and Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin w/Apricot Glaze. I didn't try the fish dishes as I'm allergic, but I'm told that neither was worth the cost, the Game Hen was ok but not worth the $$ paid (I could do better at home), the penne was overcooked and watery, and the Tenderloin was burnt, dry, and the 'glaze' had no flavor. The Escargot was good and the chips and salsa were, well... chips and salsa. \n\nOur meals came out another 30-40 minutes after we ordered them, which was fine, but based on the texture they sat there for a good amount of time while our waiter flirted with the underage girls, and gossiped with the member table behind us. I'm sure this was done to make sure he got a good tip; never mind that neglecting his other patrons could end up costing him. While waiting for our meal he never checked on us, and we had to stop one of the Bussers to get a drink refill for my husband, and the waiter never checked on us until we were almost done with our meal. He dropped the plates off and that was the last of him we saw until about 30 minutes later. At that point, we'd been trying to get his attention for quite some time as my father in law's glass was completely empty and mine was very close to empty. When he finally graced us with his presence, we asked for the refills, but instead of going and getting them, he went back over to the Member table and stood talking with them for another 10-15 minutes. When he finally came back, we reminded him about the drinks and then had the nerve to act like we'd insulted him in some manner for reminding him. He didn't bring the drinks, and instead, had the Busser do it for him.\n\nThe entire time this is happening, we're watching everyone else get the service they're paying for. What's a shame, is that we were prepared to have a good night out and to tip well in addition to that. Instead, he received less than $2 on a bill that was over $100. If we had been a difficult table, I could understand his attitude, but we didn't ask for anything, we were all pleasant.... we were an extremely undemanding table. The only difference with us is that we must not have 'looked' like a Money Table to him. His loss, I guess.\n\nWe will never return and if anyone asks us our opinion, it won't be a good one.",
"I've always had great food at David's. I have been there for breakfast, lunch and dinner and I've always had great service and food. I really like it when I can sit out on the patio and look/listen to the golf course. Very nice. If you like a glass of wine then you should know that the wine selection is good but moderately priced. Last summer they had movies on the golf hole right outside projected on a big screen with popcorn. Very cool.",
"I wanted to love this place. It's so close to our house and looks so nice inside. Unfortunately, the food was only so-so and the service wasn't fabulous, either. My eggs benedict was one of the worst I've ever tried, and my husband's chicken panini wasn't too great either. The \"beer battered\" french fries tasted nothing like beer, and were just OK.\n\nToo bad, I would have loved to bring people here because of the views and the surroundings. Unfortunately, I won't be coming back.",
"This place has a nice atmosphere but thats it. The last time me and my wife went there we were served instant garlic mashed potatoes. Now i would expect this from Dennys but not a nice place like this and for the price of the food i'd expect real potatoes. The service can be very iffy too. The only nice thing is you don't have to go far if you live in Wingfield Springs.",
"Have only had breakfast. The old red hawk omelette was very good. They have changed the menu in the morning but I still ask for that and they make it. Now have potato sides which are better.\n\nService in the morning has always been good for me.",
"Never had a problem with the food or service. The place is very nicely decorated and looks more upscale than it actually is. The outside patio is a great place for outdoor dinning. Not many places in the area offer such a great outdoor experience. The food is casual american fare with some nice twists on classic dishes. Over all a great place for a good meal.",
"The restaurant and menu have changed so much that it's very inconsistent. For the most part the food and service are good but sometimes it's terrible. Take out is pretty good. Good for after a golf game."
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"I've had a great deal of fun at the Tin Roof. There's something very special to me about a place where I can stand on the seats. It's loud, it's not particularly comfortable, but I like the Tin Roof. \n\nI also enjoy the Buddha enclosed in the the plexiglass box and taking photos of friends with it in compromising poses. The crowd is good, pretty much like every place on Denumbreun, and not skeezy like other parts of Nashville. \n\nI also enjoy the fact that there's a hotel across the street so I can pass out without having to endure a taxi ride.",
"I've been a fan of the Tin Roof from the day it opened back in...well...maybe 5 or 6 years ago? Well before the naked statues were running in a circle on the roundabout, \"Big Ben, Parliament\" style. I was actually there on opening night...ah those were the days. \n\nAnyway, it's still a great place although I frequent it a lot less in my \"old\" age. But, went there last night and remembered why I love it:\n--great house band, but if you go back to back weekends (or heck, nights) then expect to hear the same exact set list over and over! Always good stuff you can sing to though.\n--rowdy, fun crowd--great place to dance (college fraternity party style) and enjoy a cold beer\n--celeb sightings nearly every time I go--last night was Nick Carter from the Backstreet Boys (OK I didn't say they were always A-list celebs!) and my favorite funny sports writer, Clay Travis. But, I've seen anyone from Keith Urban to Jon Bon Jovi to Carrie Underwood and one of the Allman Brothers there at any given time. They know it's a fun time!\n\nAdditionally, it's a great place to eat lunch. Try their quesadillas (the 'shroom is my favorite) or their pressed sandwiches--the chicken fajita sandwich is top notch! Nice patio too, and a great place to people watch. Kids could lunch it during the day, but at night, it's 21 and up--even if you are going to act like you are 18 again!",
"Tin Roof has some pretty tasty sandwiches and entrees, and while this part of town isn't one I frequent, the vibe is a lot cooler than that of most bars and venues on Demonbreun. Their service is fast and friendly, and their drink prices and selection are pretty standard.\n\nTin Roof has a lot of live music, and the parking lot across the street always has plenty of room. It's a good spot to have a casual late dinner with friends, and it's walking distance from several tourist spots (Music Row, Demonbreun circle with the statue of epic naked dancers, et cetera). While I've been approached by panhandlers outside of Tin Roof on more than one occasion, it's certainly no worse than most bars on the East Side. Unfortunately, that just sort of comes along with going out in our fair city.\n\nAnyhow, pretty tasty food (though it didn't stand out, it's better than average bar food) and a fun time. Worth checking out if you're in the area.",
"Good god do I miss this place. I haven't really been in a couple of years since I moved away from Nashville, so I don't know if it's still worthy of 5 stars... But even if it's half as fun as it was the last time I was there, it would still get 5.\n\nI was just lamenting the lack of good, laid back, fun bars in my life lately and decided to write a review.\n\nThe house band, Henry and the Seahawks, is just awesome. They are fun and upbeat, and they play good music and they play it well. There is never a lack of people on the dance floor, drunkenly making fools of themselves and having an great time. Occasionally, some of the country stars around Nashville will stop in and perform a few songs with Henry, which is always a pleasant surprise. \n\nThe crowd is usually young and attractive, but there always seem to be a few older couples getting their groove on as well. \n\nThe bar tenders are hard working and friendly, and no matter how crowded the place is, I've never had to wait long for a drink. And speaking of the drinks... The beers are cold, the mixed drinks are strong, the shots are tall and the prices are very reasonable. \n\nOr at least... That's the way I remember it.....",
"The tin roof is probably my last favorite bar in Nashville. The place is 10 times as deep as it is wide and every time I have been there it is just about impossible to move. It is so narrow and always overpacked that it just is not fun at all. The bathrooms are impossible to get and you can never find a seat unless you show up super early. They also charge a cover for a lame house band that plays covers and the drinks are not cheap either. Not that any bar on Demonbreun is great, but Tin Roof is the worst!",
"Tin Roof is the music business hang. Everyone on the row goes here for lunch regularly and can most often been seen here at night. When it's warm I like their patio for lunch. You also pretty much guaranteed to run into a singer of some caliber that's there to enjoy the live music. \n\nAs for the menu they have a queso that is pretty decent (yellow cheese). I like their Mexi Salad as well. I'm not a huge fan of their fries or their sandwiches though. If you order pop though, they give you nice big glasses. \n\nService here is never amazing, but it's never bad either. This is less touristy (although they do tend to find it) than Broadway.",
"wish i discovered this place when i came to nashville. i just like the vibe of it. 4.25 beers with a huge selection, cheese fries, and good sandwiches. good music too. i was there on a friday night at 8 and it was empty. these kinds of places i like. i am sure it was packed at 10. i hate crowds so it was the right time and place for me :) would go back for sure when i am in nashville.",
"Thursday nights with Johnny T at Tin Roof use to be the only place I wanted to be in Nashville, not anymore! Tin Roof is nothing like it use to be! I was really bummed on my last trip to Nashville to find that it had gone downhill!",
"How is it that this bar has gotten so few reviews? This one is a Vandy classic. Drop by any night from Thursday through Saturday and you will find it packed with Vanderbilt students. The Seahawks used to be their regular house band and they were pretty awesome (and inevitably would play all the typical Southern anthems that all the drunk students would bellow along with at the top of their lungs). It's been a few years since I've moved away from Nashville, but I'm with Jason P.--it gets five stars in my book for all the fond memories I have there.",
"The Tin Roof is the hot spot for music row-ers, Vandy students, local musicians and anyone who is searching for great food and good times. Come here at lunch during the week and it will be full of \"professionals\" on their lunch break. Come here between 4pm - 7pm and it is full of after work drink-to-relax-ers. Come here after 9pm and its full of local musicians, pretty faces and good times every night. If it is a Thursday, Friday or Saturday be prepared for a tight crowd. This place gets packed! And packed with the younger Vandy crowd. You may get your foot stepped on or your drink spilled...but you will probably do your own foot stepping on and drink spilling by accident. It is a good atmosphere and you are sure to run into familiar faces.\n\nWhat to try off the menu: Quesadillas! My personal favorite is the Del Sol (chicken, zucchini, sun dried tomatoes and I also add feta)\n\nPros: Great menu, reasonable prices (all under $10), live music, convenient parking, additional bars within walking distance\n\nCons: Closed on Sunday (except for football season!)\n\n*Also check out The Tin Roof 2 in Cool Springs...same vibe and menu in another great location!"
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"I might say 3.75, but the owner was super friendly\n\nWent here for lunch last Halloween. They had a special where you could get buy one get one free if you wore a halloween costume. Evidently I was the only person who wanted to cash in on this idea.\n\nSo Papa Roux's is a Cajun joint. The got plenty of cajun favorites from etoufees, to gumbo to po boys. According to my co-worker, the owners of this joint are New Orleans natives, and decided to set up shop in Eastern Indy.\n\nAMBIENCE/SERVICE- Can't really comment too much on both as I grabbed take out, but the owner was really friendly. Seating looked decent, and it looks like they encourage their patrons to write on the wall. One other cool thing I saw is that they had a cow bell instead of a \"regular bell\" to get their attention.\n\nMENU- as I had mentioned before, plenty of cajun favorites. Not being too well versed in cajun food, I can't say that they have ALL of them, but they had a pretty nice mix- jambalaya, pork chops, po boys, dirty rice, stews, etc...They also have a number of vegetarian dishes which happen to be healthy as well (vegetables healthy? The hell you say).\n\nFOOD- for my buy one get one free I sampled the chicken and sausage stew and a spicy smoked sausage po boy. With each meal you get free sweet tea (until 3pm daily) and I got a side of the parmesan rice. While I can't say much for the parmesan rice, both entrees were indeed tasty.\n\nThe stew had a nice spice to it- not SO hot, but a nice bite to it. The chicken and sausage were tasty. As for the po boy, I enjoyed that quite a bit as well. I'm normally not a fan of cole slaw, but the sausage and red beans worked really well with the slaw. \n\nOVERALL- gotta love the buy one get one free. Even without it, they have daily lunch specials, and most items are no more than $8-10. I do wish they were a bit closer, because I have a Yats down the street from me, and it's hard to rationalize driving past them to go eat here. I would say if you're in the area, check this place out for something different. Is it worth a 25-30 minute drive? If there isn't a yats near you? Yes.\n\nChuck Norris Rating- 1000 years of pain strike!",
"Took the whole family to Papa Roux today for a mid-afternoon lunch. This includes two adults and kids ages 12, 10, and 4. There was a steady stream of traffic, even though it was mid-afternoon on a Friday during an economic crunch.\n\nBetween us, we tried the Muffaletta, the Jambalya, the Ettouffe with chicken, the French bread, the cornbread, the coleslaw, the olive salad topping for the muffaletta, the Creole, and the red beans and rice. Oh, and the applesauce.\n\nEverything was amazingly good. Nothing we got was terribly hot (even though all of us can handle very hot very well, including the 4-year-old). The cornbread was amazing--tender and scrumptious. Flavors clean and pure, but melded just right.\n\nService was great. Personable without hovering; everything there when we needed it; and the staff was kind to the kids without being condescending. My 10-year-old originally said she wasn't hungry, but then after we started eating wanted some food, too. She ordered the Three Sides Plate off the kid's menu, and they let her taste almost all the sides in order to make up her mind.\n\nThe ambience is just right for this style of restaurant. The chairs are whimsically painted; the tables are likewise interestingly mismatched. You can even sit under a garden tent indoors, with Japanese screens on one side and a few plants that also serve to form a hallway to the single bathroom. A wide selection of New Orleans-influenced music plays, from zydeco and jazz and blues to reggae to 60's rhythm and blues--all of it conveying a fun, upbeat, relaxing tone.\n\nYes, you can write on the walls, and half the fun is reading what others have written. I'd kind of like to see them put up a dry erase board with a \"Game of the Day\" with some kind of puzzle or word game where everyone could join in. There are also some major stuff on the walls that shows the owners' real Cajun roots: a gold record signed by Harry Connick Jr. being one of them.\n\nPapa Roux is hip enough to have a Facebook presence. They run frequent specials besides the daily ones on the menu. By becoming a fan, a sign they currently have up says they'll send you coupons and info on special events. Yet they are not in hip Broadripple, or downtown, or Irvington (although they're only a few minutes from the latter). This is because the owners are invested in their community: I saw notes on the wall left by people from their church; baseball teams, etc. I also saw one note from someone from a suburb of New Orleans who said it was as good as anything from his hometown.\n\nEven their website is hip. Hip, man. And they do live concerts. For their next big one, there's even a Youtube video. Papa Roux is almost an event as much as a restaurant. It's a community: I saw \"regulars\" come in, kind of like in the old show Cheers. This video was filmed inside Papa Roux, to give you an idea of the interior: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQeygV0Y7rc\n\nPapa Roux is comfortable in its skin. It doesn't stand on ceremony and does not try to impress. Yet it is truly impressive if you want authentic New Orleans Creole and Cajun food.",
"Great food good value nice atmosphere. This is a great alternative to the chain restaurants",
"Without a doubt, the best Po' Boy in the MidWest. I had the cajun sausage and it was phenomenal... the crust of the bread was perfect. They didn't pack too much coleslaw on it, just enough to add some flavor. It was a monster - I actually couldn't finish it.\n\nThe owner, Art, stopped by our table and made it a point to get to know us and ask how lunch was. It doesn't get better than that.",
"I had this for lunch, and wow. Just unbelievable. I haven't had a Po Boy that good since I was in N'Awlins.\n\nBring your eating pants. You'll need them.",
"INSANELY FABULOUS Lunch!!!!!........ i thought i'd ate a crab cake before....UNTIL Today!!! & the Gulf Shrimp (which was swimming in the Gulf 2 days ago) on my First Po-Boy with Creole Sausage!!! & the sauce on the sandwich, i could have licked the plate, several sides Free!!! \n oh the Dirty Rice is soooooo Good!!! \nget your card punched because you (& i) WILL be Going Back!!!!!!",
"One of the best sandwichs you will find (chicken po boy)! Bottom line, I drive nearly an hour to eat there from time to time. There is a reason this place has grown so fast (started with just carry out) and so many people are dedicated fans. EAT HERE. Even if you think you would not love Cajun food, you would be surprised when it is done right. \n\nI cannot say enough about this place!",
"Awesome food! Best Cajun food i have ever tasted! I went there thinking it would be a fancy place and it totally was not, but it had an awesome atmosphere. You order right where you walk in and sides are free and unlimited! The tangy special sauce that comes on most of the po'boys has such a unique flavor. They are only open for dinner on fridays and get there early if you want the special of the day and definitely check facebook before you go for discounts.",
"I am not a big fan of cajun food, but I'll eat just about anything Papa Roux serves. I'm a particular fan of the roast beef po' boy, though. By way of comparison, just about the only thing I can tolerate at Yat's is the bread and the rice. \n\nAside from the ridiculously delicious food, the staff is friendly and helpful. As often as not, Papa Roux himself will be taking your order. The decor lends considerable atmosphere to the place. The recent remodel job has also doubled the amount of dining space. It's blindingly obvious that the restaurant is a labor of love and not a corporate chain front.\n\nIt's just a shade pricey for me to eat lunch there too often (at around $10), but the unlimited sides and free iced tea are very attractive. The price is definitely worth it, just more than I can comfortably afford on a regular basis. Luckily, they also offer a frequent-diner's card, affording a discounted or free meal after a given number of visits. I have a tendency to give those away to people who have never been, just to get them to try it.",
"Yum!!!!!!!!!!! I've been wanting to try Papa Roux for awhile now. I had a breadless Po-Boy with Creole Sausage (breadless meaning that it was served over white rice). You place your order at the counter and then find a seat. The servers come and ask you what sides you would like (all FREE & UNLIMITED) while you are waiting for your meal. At your table there is a flag that you raise when you would like a refill or more sides. \n\nI definitely will be going back.... (now, if they would ONLY add beignets to their menu..)"
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"(R.I.P. Broad Street Diner)\n\nOkay, this place was a roach trap. It was dirty, it was smoky, it was over-priced, it was behind bullet-proof glass. Still, I always had a soft spot for this South Philly weirdo-magnet.\n\nThey had great nightly specials, tiny plastic glasses with dingy water in it, and some really mean pudding. \n\nI'd say \"You don't know what you've got till it's gone\"...but the more appropriate would be, \"I never knew why I kept going, but now I don't have to.\"",
"What kind of diner needs cops on duty just for it? That's it, Broad Street Diner.\n\nBut really, Broad Street Diner is gone? That's such a shame. Okay, actually it should have been condemned years ago but now that it's gone I kinda sorta miss it. Not that anybody should have eaten the food there. I can only imagine what that stuff does to your innards. Also, why wouldn't we want to go to a diner where we might just get shot?",
"Are you serious? It's closed? I used to live 2 blocks away when I was a senior in high school!! Loved its seedy, creepy quality. I actually thought the food was good - this is a diner...a diner in Philly...you have to put it in perspective. The food is fried, deep fried, grilled or...probably dropped on the floor and put on the plate. Ofcourse there's roaches, it's a diner!!! They had the best milk shakes! Their fries were fantastic. The waitresses only looked at the guys when they took orders. They also flirted with your boyfriend or brother or dad right in front of you (did to mine) and talked with that raspy-throat cancer voice while bending over a lot during the \"service\". They don't remember your drink if you're a girl, but they do remember the check. It was a classic. \nI'm really amused by the cops having to be there. I hadn't seen nearly as much drama go down here as at the Melrose as a kid, but the City has changed and so have the kids. Plus, the Melrose waitresses would probably pull out an oozy on that ass...no joke....they don't need cops. Are you serious, the Broad St. diner got bullet proof glass? hahahaha! that is hysterical. Wow. i REALLY wish is wasn't closed. Maybe they are renovating.....",
"This diner has been closed for a while. I live right near it.\n\nThe problem is that the parking lot is fast becoming a trash dump and public toilet. \n\nThe owners still own it and they have the responsibility of at least trying to keep the property somewhat clean.\n\nIf anyone has the owners' contact information, please send it to me via Yelp.",
"So, so sad. My husband I were anxiously awaiting the re-opening of The Broad Street Diner, as were many of our neighbors clearly, since the place was pretty full. The sign outside worried me a little, because its very tacky, but I wanted to like this place- since it's so close to home! We were so let down. The Broad Street Diner, now owned by Michael's Family Restaurants (Same people who own Melrose), is all show and nothing else. We ordered off the somewhat large menu, I ordered the Chicken Tender Platter (not the most outrageous choice, i know, but I was not feeling risky. I just wanted something reliable) and my husband ordered the Rueben. My platter (listed as $11.99 on the menu) came with honey mustard dressing, two sides, a soup or salad and roll and butter. Well, the menu said it came with all that, but it actually didn't. I asked for fries as my side, again, I wasn't feeling risky, just wanted some comfort food, and French Onion Soup. The soup was actually pretty good, just incredibly salty. It also came out with the food, which is really annoying to me. If you serve an appetizer with a meal, please bring it out beforehand. It sucks to have to eat your appetizer, while your food sits there getting cold. The chicken tender platter was very small, almost comparable to a kids meal. There were about 10 french fries on my plate. When the food arrived, both my husband and I sighed in disappointment. When you go to a diner, you expect heaping amounts of food, enough to take some home with you. At least I do when paying $11.99 for chicken tenders. There was no honey mustard, roll or butter with the platter. My husbands Rueben was 1/5 of the size of a usual Rueban at other places around the city. Even Jones serves a bigger Rueben. We never got a refill on drinks, and when the bill came, my platter turned out to be $13.99. The facade of the restaurant is very nice, but after the meal we just felt robbed. I think this establishment puts more into it's looks than it does it's food. It feels greedy.",
"I was very excited to see how they turned around a diner that was in need of some changes. Unfortunately it has changed in the wrong way. I ordered a grilled cheese with tomato figuring it's a diner staple and is something they can't mess up. After two waitresses taking my order and neither one figuring that it would make sense to move the silver wear tray out of my way, my awful food arrived. There were 10 lukewarm fries (yes I counted with both hands) on my plate next to a grilled cheese that had a soggy cooked tomato inside of it. Worst grilled cheese I've ever had, if I wasn't hungry and on my lunch break from work, I would have gladly sent the food back and left immediately. \nI was hoping to make this a usual stop but will make sure to skip it in the future.",
"My husband and I have long awaited the new Broad Street Diner and were planning on making it a weekly habit. Unfortunately, the new Broad Street Diner is only slightly better than the old one, which is really not saying much. \n\nThe service was terrible. We waited for ten minutes only to be ignored by at least a half dozen servers. The group of old school South Philly gentleman who came in several minutes after us were served before us and given the red carpet treatment while we were ignored. Our food took a really long time to come out. Then we were overcharged by the server who charged us for two separate breakfasts instead of the combo we had asked for. \n\nOur food was decent but definitely not worth the price or the terrible service. For a steep $27 for two breakfasts, you can go to any number of good local pubs like the Pope, South Philly Tap Room or the Royal for a breakfast that blows this out of the water. \n\nThe new Broad Street Diner is especially disappointing because we have frequented many of the other diners in the suburbs that are owned by the same company. They have always had decent food and good service. I guess the curse of the crappy diner at Broad and Ellsworth continues...",
"I waited for Broad Street Diner to open for months. Its location is incredible, and is extraordinarily convenient for an early Sunday hangover brunch. Well, I ate there today and it was...horrible. The waitress started our meal from hell by spilling coffee on my friend. Granted, it was a quarter of a cup, and we willingly forgave her mishap. We both ordered scrambled eggs, hash browns and bacon--pretty hard to mess up. They did. The eggs were the consistency of wet pudding, the hash browns fresh out of the freezer, and the bacon, pure fat. Even worse, the plates were overpriced by at least 4 dollars. Will I go back? Not until they get their act together.",
"Ate here for the first time this morning, a Sunday. I think it's only been (re)-opened for a week or so. I liked the decor. Many waitresses, several of them very friendly, although they all fit the stereotype of \"diner waitress,\" if you get my drift. We were handed a breakfast-specific menu with only breakfast foods on it, but my wife ordered off-menu (a sandwich), and they made that for her, too. I was looking for my diner favorite, a belgian waffle with that sugary fruit pie-filling topping + whipped cream, but it wasn't on the menu. So I had the blueberry pancakes instead. They were quite good. Side of corned beef hash -- hard to screw that up, and they didn't. Appropriate crispy. The fries my wife got with her sandwich were very good as well -- the crinkly-cut kind, and fried perfectly. Appropriate frequency of coffee and water refills. There weren't too many people in the restaurant at 8 am, so the next test will be to see how service is when there are more customers in the restaurant. Definitely passed the first test for me; I'll check back in a couple of weeks.",
"OK\n\nthis place is that OK...ill come here for some pancakes and coffee at 4am after work....but dont come here expecting a life changing experience.\n\nthought there are some minor things that need to change\nservice needs to be improved...I feel like the servers here get in the weeds when they have one or more tables.. i have had my server completely forget about something i ordered on multiple times....but these kids are new to the industry give em a year and they will be great.\n\n7 dollars for cheese sticks? and you only get 4! what no thanks\n i hate that all the butter and syrup is in portion control packages...im an adult let me decide how much butter i want."
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"Funky little poboy restaurant / bar that was completely renovated a few years back. Its now a blend of very old and very new. Its got a great location, right where Jeff Davis meets Bayou St. John. They have a gargantuan roast beef poboy. Its a solid 3 star poboy, but not a 4 or 5 star one. Its flavor was not as full and dilectible as I prefer. I liked their half oyster half shrimp poboy better. If I lived nearby or was in the area, I'd go again. They have a full menu of other poboys.",
"This is one of the best places in the city to get one of the city's best foods: a Roast Beef Po-boy. A little prices, but amazingly delicious.",
"I have very fond memories of this place from back in the day. I used to bicycle by when I was a teenager. Back then (the 1970s) it was actually a bakery; they made french bread which they wholesaled to other eateries, as I recall. But they also made po-boys. I always got the oyster with butter.\n\nSo now it's morphed into a tavern, with a bar and live music and all. But that's alright; it's a nice place, and the food's okay. I went there once after Katrina. Ordered an oyster po-boy just with butter, and the guy looked at me like I was crazy. \"You don't want it dressed?\" \"No, I don't.\" \"Just butter??\" \"Just butter.\"\n\nOh well. I'm glad they were able to re-open.",
"There are a gajillion places to get a so-called po-boy in this town, but to truly have the po-boy experience, you have to have the classic roast beef with gravy that drips to your elbows, soaks through a pile of paper napkins, and sops into the fries (or in my case, the delicious, crispy yet chewy sweet potato fries) on your plate, which is usually a couple pieces of wax paper. \nThis friendly neighborhood establishment is neither bakery nor tavern, really, but just a great food and drink place that happens to be walking distance from my house. Lucky me! They close early, usually by 8 pm, so head there for lunch or early dinner, but avoid noon-time if you can, or call ahead to pick up your order, because it gets PACKED. People literally drive from all over the city, going the wrong way down the one way streets usually and blocking our driveways (shame on you!) to get to Parkway. It is that great.\nAnd if roast beef is not your thing, try one of the daily specials, the Reuben, or one of the fried seafood po-boys. I have not had, nor have I heard anyone else complain about, even a mediocre sandwich here.\n****UPDATE 4/22/09!!! Now open till 10 pm (hurrah!). Still closed every Tuesday.",
"Love this place!\n\nBrought two of my old college friends here to enjoy some grub. My one buddy got the fried potato with roast beef which was mind-blowing on several levels. (None of which were how healthy it was) Buddy #2 went with the roast beef after some encouragement...and pretty sure he pee'd his pants. Not really but they were big fans of their meals. \n\nI had the fried catfish poboy which was a good time, and nice change of my usual go to's. Catfish was much better then I ever remember catfish tasting, bread was perfect, fully dressed, house hot sauce, mmmmm so good.\n\nService was great. The owner was walking around asking how everything was.\n\nI love the patio area in back and the bar is a great place to watch the Saints on a lazy Sunday after noon. Check it out people!",
"You would think a po-boy is a po-boy at any place but this place truly sets itself apart from the rest. I've only tried the half oyster/half shrimp po-boy and it's absolutely delicious. I need to force myself to diversify next time, but then again, why stray away from perfection! When it's nice out in the spring, they have live bands playing and a limitless supply of crawfish which adds to its great environment. It can get quite busy on the weekends, so prepare to wait for the amazing comfort food while recovering from that hangover.",
"Yesterday had concluded a week of overindulgence for both my boyfriend and I, and we decided that we might as well end it with a bang before going into our food detox. I mentioned that a po-boy would be a good call, he agreed and suggested Parkway Tavern. How could I have never known this place existed?\n\nI'm a really big critic when it comes to the science of the po-boy. The bread can't be too hard, then it's no fun to eat and crumbles all over your shirt. It can't be too chewy, then it's just too difficult and things start falling off. It can't be too soft, then you can't pick it up and eat it if you go with the roast-beef. Maybe I sound like goldilocks here, but there's is juuuuust riiiiiight. \n\nI went with the BBQ beef, which did not disappoint. The BBQ could've been a little spicier, but I really cannot complain about it at all. It was delish. My boyfriend was extremely excited about his surf-n-turf...but with a description of \"roast beef and fried shrimp covered in gravy\"...I'll admit, I had my doubts. And I was wrong...it was great combination for a palate party. We took down our large order of sweet potato fries with a couple of huge grins....mmmm!\n\nParkview gets bonus points for having Barq's rootbeer in the glass bottle and all of the nostalgic New Orleans memorabelia. Can't wait to go back and try the shrimp/oyster po-boy!",
"I don't care what other people say about Parasols having the best poboys... this place is where it's at! Their menu is all poboys... so don't expect to get fried platters or really anything else. They recently introduced half-sizes... and the large is just BIG (about a footlong). The shrimp is bubbling over... you'll eat your poboy then have tons of shrimp left over! The roast beef is soppy and juicy and awesome. The sweet potato fries are insanely delicious, and the rum cakes for dessert are so delicious. Inside is picnic style seating, and outside is smaller tables. I love this place and take every visitor there at least once. They are closed on Tuesdays, and close early at 8pm. \n\nThis is one of my favorite New Orleans places. Yum!",
"I love love love Parkway. Their roast beef po-boys are as good as it gets. Their gumbo is the best gumbo I've ever had that my mom didn't make. And the customer service is TOP notch. LOVE it!! Their menu is pretty much po-boys, but the gumbo and potato salad combo rocks!\n\nOnly thing I wish they had, and this isn't negative, is a salad or two, I would visit more frequently if they had at least one healthy option.",
"OK This place sets the bar for po-boys. Now I am going to have to drop Domalises down a star. Had a HUGE small shrimp po boy, and I could not finish all the shrimp.The best bread-super soft consistancy-excellent proportions of \"dressings\", excellent chili cheese fries. Jimmy had the BBQ po boy in large- tasted excellent but laments that it \"was too wet\". I liked it, and it blew away the po boy he had at Domalises last week. It was a great 5 star experience. Excellent prices, great things to look at on the walls while you are waiting for your food. 2.50 Rolling Rocks too! Loved the place. Will be back soon!"
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"In case it wasn't painfully obvious, Nifty Fifty's is a 1950's-themed local chain of restaurants. (There are locations scattered in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.) They're a step above Johnny Rockets.\n\nService was fine, considering we had a large party of about 10 folks, and that there was already a decent crowd present. Nifty Fifty's is a casual spot, not a fast food joint, so they're not trying to get you in and out of there in a flash (if they were, we didn't notice). We snacked on fries around a main \"bar\", munching on their regular and spicy cheese fries, all less than $3-4 an order, and all filling. (They also serve a few other kinds of fries.) They serve decent milkshakes (~$4), which you'll want if you're gorging on fried foods.",
"Went to Nifty Fifty's for one reason. 'Best Breakfast in Town.' \n\nI love breakfast, so I had to know - was this some stellar breakfast, or are the town standards low? I mean, I hadn't seen any, 'Adequate Town Breakfast' signs, so it was possible Nifty Fifty's was padding its resume by simply being the, 'Only Breakfast in Town'.\n\nDid it live up to its reputation? I guess I won't know. Breakfast is from 6-11, and we got there at 11:30. Look, not to quibble, but... if you have the 'Best Breakfast in Town', maybe you want to consider the 'serving breakfast all day' scenario. It works for IHOP, not to mention countless diners across our great nation. Give a boy a chance to try your breakfast, would you? Advertising the breakfast, then limiting access to it? You're playing a dangerous game, my friends.\n\nNifty Fifty's has more neon signs on its outer walls and windows than any establishment I've ever seen. It makes me want to bring them neon signs I see at garage sales and say, 'I saw this and thought of you.' The music inside was 50s based, mostly, and the host had a paper hat on a la 50's diners, but when you get down to it, it's just a diner with a lot of red decor.\n\nSince we couldn't get breakfast, I got a burger, and my companion got chicken nuggets. Per my companion, the chicken nuggets sucked big time. There were no tomatoes (damn you, ongoing salmonella scare!), so I got the 'swiss cheese and mushroom' burger. It was good, in that old school, 'all burgers are cooked the same' kind of way. I got a single burger, but I'd recommend getting the double - the patty itself was minuscule. It was also not placed appropriately in line with the bun or cheese, which was irritating and messy, but it came out piping hot, with melty cheese and good mushrooms, so I enjoyed it. Fries come separately, and don't have salt on them, but are decent and salt's on the table.\n\nThe real attraction here (and what should be on the sign instead of the breakfast) is the milkshake menu. Also, the soda fountain menu, which they advertise as the largest soda fountain selection in... some hyperbolic location. Nation? World? Universe? I forget. But there were a lot, including some I would never think would find popularity - toasted marshmallow? And for an additional fee, you can mix any of them as well. Makes me want to work there for a week just so I can try every permutation.\n\nBut we didn't get sodas. We got milkshakes, of which there is also a large selection. My companion got a 'chocolate peanut butter' shake and I got a 'chocolate banana' shake. They were both excellent, and go quite well together, as well as separately. :) The shake is large, worth the price, and really the main reason I'd return to Nifty Fifty's.\n\nI have to say, I'm kind of surprised at the small selection on the menu. For a diner, it's quite limited. And while they nickel and dime you for every little thing - (you want lettuce on your burger? 20c.), they miss out on some big opportunities. They have ice cream and various kinds of fruit for those shakes - why not make them available on those celebrated waffles and pancakes I wasn't allowed to try?\n\nI feel like this place would do great with a takeaway menu - they'd have to get themselves some giant disposable cups for those milkshakes, but they'd make a killing if I could swing by, order a milkshake, and leave, and not have to go inside, sit down, and wonder why they can't make me a waffle at noon. I can see the griddle sitting right there!!\n\nMilkshakes bumped this place up a star, and if you like fountain sodas, it may be the place for you as well (though, if I ever find myself there again, I can't imagine sacrificing another milkshake just to try bubble GUM soda), but the great town breakfast question remains unanswered.\n\n**Edited Immediately After Posting** In case you happened to check this one out quickly after posting, you may have been surprised to see a rather unique kind of soda. It rhymes with bubble gum, but instead of gum... well, there are a lot of other letters that word could start with. I'm sure you can figure it out. And while the soda menu is extensive, it's not THAT extensive. It's not Berty's Bots for adults. I apologize for the image.",
"Two words for you: EGG CREMES.\n\nMore words: Delicious delightful beautiful egg cremes. \n\nWhen I was in a school talent show when I was like 9 we won gift certificates to Nifty Fifty's and it was like the best thing in the world. 20 years on, I kinda know better now. The garash neon exterior is perfect for this 50s theme hellhole.\n\nTownies Galore. Those who aren't at Barnaby's or Applebees or any place like that are here at Nifty Fifty's. Watch for mullets, t-shirts supporting local police departments, and late 80s cameros.\n\nDespite all this the delicious egg cremes earn this place 5 stars.",
"Nifty's is where I go when, as Peter Griffin once put it, I need to take out my rage on my own body. A shake, cheese fries, and spicy nuggets with cheese.... when I'm feeling fat or regularly attending the gym and not wanting it to go to waste I'll replace the milkshake with a Diet Coke because it makes all the difference.\n\nThe nice thing about Nifty's is that a lot of things come in different sizes so you can adjust your portion to fit your stomach/wallet. I guess it's not that unique for burgers to come in singles and doubles but the nuggets come in 6, 9, or 15. Spiced, cheesed, or both. \n\nTons of flavors of shakes. The shakes can run up your bill but they're made with ice cream and not powdered milkshake mix (I'm looking at you, McDonald's) so it's worth it.\n\nIf you go past 5 or 6 on the weekends there's a line but it usually moves fast enough. If you like fried things it's worth the wait and you can get useless plastic crap from the quarter machines in the waiting area.",
"They have like, A BILLION kinds of milkshakes. Okay, not really, but they have so many that I can't imagine I'll ever try them all. And I am obsessed with milkshakes, so Nifty Fifties automatically goes on my list of places I'm somewhat ashamed to love.\n\nIt's your standard '50s-themed diner, with lots and lots of neon. The food is OK. It's the beverage menu that's really impressive. In addition to their insane variety of shakes, they can also flavor your soda with any one of a trillion syrups, and they make EGG CREMES, which really satisfies my inner Harriet the Spy.\n\nOne weird thing is that everything costs extra. Like, if you order a hamburger, it will literally arrive in front of you as a meat patty and a bun. If you want lettuce, tomatoes, etc. it'll cost you 20 cents each. (Mustard and ketchup are provided free on the counter.) Still, it's cheap, so I guess you get what you pay for. The hot dogs are good, for hot dogs, and the chicken nuggets are made on-site.\n\nThey also have about a kajillion of those 25-cent vending machines, which totally rocks my socks.",
"I love this greasy diner! I go here often with a group of friends..it's great hangover food. All the traditional diner fare and its pretty inexpensive too! They have a soda fountain that you can create all different kinds of wacky flavor combos and of course the milkshakes..tons and tons of flavors to pick from.\n\nMy standard meal:\npeanut butter cup Milkshake\nCheese Fries (my fav in the whole world)\nBurgers are awesome too!",
"This place was my favorite treat during my college years. So I was recently watching the Food Network, and they were discussing a diner with the most soda flavors in the world and I thought, well they're just lying because I know that Nifty Fifty's has the most sodas not whatever they're talking about. I'm dumb....they were talking about Nifty Fifty's. So the sodas are unlimited refills, which gives you a chance to experiment with all the weirdness (like cotton candy, and vanilla cherry chocolate strawberry, or something like that). But anyways, my favorite meal is probably the cheeseburger and spicy cheese fries, obviously health is no consideration, hah. The milkshakes are also awesome, but I did discover the hard way that even the frozen yogurt ones aren't lactose intolerant friendly. I also love their desserts, my favorite is the Oreo sundae and also the belgian waffles. Despite my love for the food, I give this one 3 stars because of the long wait at the door, the tiny, over-crowded, difficult to get out of parking lot, as well as the crowd. Last time I went this guy in a giant pick-up looked like he was going to reverse into my car, I told him to be careful, and his group responded with something like \"in this country....\" So yeah not the classiest most educated people. But what do you expect for $3 burgers on MacDade Boulevard. I much prefer the nifty fifty's in Bucks County in Bensalem. yummmy.",
"I've been to Nifty's probably 50 times in my life. Growing up in the area (almost walkable) my friends and I would go there a lot for breakfast and lunch. \n\nStandard meal: Bacon double cheeseburger, cheese fries, shake. If you hate grease, run. Run quickly. It is greasy, fatty, salty food. Ok, so I haven't had this meal in a few years and I probably wouldn't do it again any time soon. \n\nTheir fries are generally great but sometimes undercooked. The place gets packed. And you might feel weird, like I did, seeing people you graduated High School with working the counter...5 years after getting their diploma. It's a neighborhood joint, through and through.",
"I can't see the attraction of this place. The burgers are quite thin and the seats are close together. The soda varity is extensive, but the flavors have some problems. What they advertise as Coke and Mountain Dew are not the trademarked items (which could cause a lawsuit if the Coke police found out). The soft drinks all had a kind of funky aftertaste which didn't suit me or my kids. \n\nIn general, if you want to go, go for the atmosphere, think of the food as secondary.",
"burger with the works was fine; the spciy onion rings weren't spicy (more like sprinkled with old bay seasoning) but they were crisp (and I detest oily onion rings) so I was happy; the philly cheesesteak with provolone was dry (I contemplated asking for mayo) - the place was superbusy and loud, which made it both fun (if you are a teenager) and a bit uncomfy for dining, but the charm of this place and it's lack of pretense were appealing"
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"Exceptional service, great food!! They've been open about a week, still working out the kinks but didn't affect out meal! Beautiful decor, windows all around nice courtyard. Bread pudding to die for.",
"Great food and atmosphere. Waitstaff really worked hard to please. Will definitely recommend as a \"must try\" to friends.",
"We had a light lunch Saturday afternoon. My partner and I split the Demi Royale. It was small, but good. I then had a bowl of the Seafood Gumbo and he had the Gulf Fish-demi portion. Both were really good. The atmosphere was nice but I could see how it would be noisy if really busy. The courtyard is beautiful and the staff was really friendly and attentive.",
"Dropped by on Saturday while shopping the quarter for an early dinner. This was only their fifth day. Thoroughly enjoyed everything. My daughter is a chef and she thought the truffled crab claws were devine, as did I. We each had the demi portion of the redfish meuniere. It too was very good and exactly the perfect amount. Enjoyed everything, especially our wonderful server Heather. Everyone was eager to please. We had such a good experience, we reserved for brunch on mother's day. Hopefully it will also be a great experience. A little concerned that when they are really busy, it may be noisy inside.",
"This wonderful new restaurant from Dickie Brennan opened only a week ago. The soft opening service was still a bit clunky as the staff worked to fine tune their delivery, but they were all very attentive and knowledgable. My husband and I started out with drinks--a glass of Dickie Brennan's DB Chardonnay and a Just As Well, made with Woodford bourbon, rosemary syrup, lemon, and cranberry bitters. Both were delicious. We shared the Demi Royale appetizer for 2 containing small portions of crabmeat ravigote, shrimp remoulade and truffled crab fingers. The shrimp were tasty, nothing special, but the crabmeat ravigote was very nice, fresh and creamy, and the crab fingers were flavorful morsels delicately seasoned with white truffle vinaigrette. We were told that the sourdough style bread served when we were seated is made especially for the restaurant and takes 50 hours per loaf to make. \n\nFor dinner I had the demi portion of fresh fish, which was a speckled trout. It was dusted with seasoned flour, pan sauteéd and served a la meunière, in a sauce of brown butter, chopped parsley, and lemon. It was very flakey and the simple sauce perfectly complemented the piping hot delicate fish. With a side of grilled asparagus, it was divine. My husband went with the BBQ shrimp and grits and was delighted with his choice. The shrimp were plump and perfectly cooked and paired beautifully with the creamy grits. \n\nAlthough we were both full we decided to splurge on dessert. It was soooo worth the tummy ache! I had the tart a la bouille, which tasted like a creamy vanilla cheesecake only fluffier, and the Old New Orleans Spiced Rum caramel sauce was smooth and sweet. My husband's pecan pie vol-au-vent was decadently rich: pecan filling baked into a puff pastry with brown butter ice cream. The dessert portion sizes were huge; I couldn't finish my piece and my husband didn't offer to finish it for me--he was too full! The chicory-laced coffee we ordered with dessert was dark and full-bodied and the warm milk that accompanied it was brilliant. No cold cream to cool off my coffee. \n\nWe very much enjoyed this restaurant and highly recommend it. We think it is probably going to be quite successful and we'll probably need a reservation the next time we come to New Orleans. We look forward to eating at Tableau again.",
"5 star experience this past Friday while the city was buzzing because of Jazzfest. Beautiful setting, fantastic food and impeccable service. Do yourself a favor and geaux!",
"Excellent light lunch of Gulf Fish with salad. Nice place, friendly staff. Looking forward to eating here often. The prices are fair for a French Quarter restaurant.",
"Tableau is a tough review for me for a few reasons.\n\nFirst of all, I really like the decor here. They really did a great job with the place. When we arrived, we were lead upstairs to a fairly large room with other diners. Although the room was a good size, almost every table was filled with people, so when we were seated, it made conversation somewhat difficult. I feel if they removed one of the tables and spread things out a little bit, it would be a little better.\n\nWe got the wine list, decided on a wine and ordered. It seemed like the wine took a while, but it was a Saturday night, so I won't be too critical of that part.\n\nFor our appetizer we decided on the bacon wrapped oysters. They were delicious. The oysters were semi-raw and wrapped in cooked bacon. The bacon added a lot of flavor to the oysters themselves making it the perfect appetizer.\n\nI decided on a soup for my second course, which was French Onion. It came in a small bowl with a THICK layer of cheese and bread on top of it. It was amazing and perfect. I probably could have eaten three bowls and called it a meal.\n\nFor my entree' I decided on the red fish in some kind of butter sauce. While it was good, it wasn't amazing and it didn't blow me away. At places like this, I usually order a steak because you usually can't go wrong with a steak, and I found myself wishing I had made that decision here. It was a major disappointment.\n\nFinally, for dessert, we ordered bread pudding. It was pretty typical bread pudding and nothing overly special.\n\nThe staff was super nice and attentive and although the service was somewhat slow, the staff was really good about checking on us and making sure that all of our needs were met. \n\nI know that people say that you should wait a while before trying a new place. Under normal circumstances, I would probably give my experience here three stars. Because we dined here within two weeks of their opening, I decided to bump them up to four stars because they are still working out the kinks. I would go back, but I think I would wait until they are a little more settled into their routine.",
"Beautiful space! However, the food tasted like something you would eat at home or a friend's house, like something you could make yourself. By no means gourmet. I have had better food at an employee potluck.\n\nI ate there for a luncheon, so the menu was pre-set. The passed appetizers consisted of of an artichoke crab ball served on an artichoke leaf, and shrimp en brochette. Not bad but the artichoke ball was not as moist or garlicky as the traditional New Orleans party staple.\n\nThe worst part of the meal was the iceberg Napoleon salad. It was a slice of a head of iceberg lettuce, topped with red onions, tomatoes and bacon. The menu said \"topped with creole dressing,\" but I am not exaggerating when I say there was about a 1/2 teaspoon of watery, tasteless white stuff that barely moistened the tomatoes, and didn't even touch the lettuce. Everyone at my table sent back at least 1/2 of their salad. It was extremely dry, even a rabbit would have been left wanting more.\n\nThe entree was gulf fish with praline brown butter, it was okay, if that's your thing. It had a slightly funky taste to me so I did not finish. The Lyonnaise potatoes were delicious, but like I said above, it tasted like something I can make at home.\n\nDessert was monkey bread pudding, which was somewhat of a misnomer, I think. Bread pudding is bread pieces soaked in a rich milk and egg mixture, then baked. This dessert was simply monkey bread (biscuits with a caramel sauce) served with a side of whipped cream. It was not bread pudding, and it was pretty dry.\n\nI am glad I did not spend my own money on this. I might give it another try if someone else is paying.",
"I decided to try this new restaurant during their soft opening. I'm always looking for good gumbo so decided a light snack of gumbo and shrimp remoulade would be a good light snack and give me an opportunity to check the food quality.\n\nThe shrimp remoulade was very good and fresh. The gumbo I selected was duck and sausage served with popcorn rice. The gumbo was a great disappointment. It was similar to gravy and rice with very small pieces of meat. I can not fault this gumbo enough.\n\nThe facilities are fantastic and I am so happy this restaurant is here. The staff were very attentive and made me feel at home and welcome!!! The facilities and staff make me want to return, but the food will not! I'll try again soon for dinner and see what my experience is like!"
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"12/19/13 -- Re-posting this review under new restaurant name.\n\nWith a new chef at the helm, I decided to pop in for Happy Hour at the newly re-opened Agustin Kitchen (formerly Agustin Brasserie). I'm not sure of the reason for the name change. I like fancy sounding French names, personally. It sounds so much more glam. If it means I have to spend less money because of an American name, though...hey, so be it...lol. \n\n$5: Crispy, crunchy calamari, red bell peppers, and cilantro in an ultra spicy red sauce. Very flavorful! I loved the breading -- it was different than most places I've experienced. It reminded me of cornmeal fried green tomato-type breading (lovers of Southern cooking will appreciate this) with an extra kick! The mussels in garlic white wine broth were a great value at the Happy Hour price of $5, as well. Both dishes are large enough to split between two people. And, for $5, you can have them craft you an interesting infusion, grab a glass of the house wine, or imbibe a magnificent margarita. (Try the pom sour with corrido, Grand Marnier, pom jam, local pom-white vin, and citrus -- so good!)\n\nI love the lush, beautiful location of Agustin at the Mercado. The restaurant is a lovely modern and luxurious addition to the the neighboring shops. I am sure I will stop by for lunch or dinner soon to try the new menu. I'll update my review (and perhaps my rating) when I have a better scope of all the new changes as a whole. \n\nHappy Hour at the Kitchen is Monday - Friday, 3 - 6 pm, Friday & Saturday, 10 pm - close.",
"I would say a solid 3.5 but I bumped it up to 4. \n\nWent with a big group for an annual holiday dinner. So I was able to try a lot of different things. Lets start with the food:\n\nThe starters I tried were the brullee goat cheese, AK tartare, crispy calamari and some oysters. The goat cheese and tartare had the same toasts served with them. While they were good, we needed more. Minor. The jam on top of the goat cheese was good. The egg on top of the tartare was about 30 seconds over cooked. It did not give us running egg yolk when poked. But, it was good. Both the calamari and oysters were decent, but my favorite was the goat cheese.\n\nI did not try the salads, but my friends had the Agustin Ceasar and mean greens. Of the two, the mean greens looked the best. The ceasar was served \"deconstructed\". And while I appreciate the effort, the romaine used wasn't the best, and my friend said it was just okay, while the other friend really liked the mean greens. \n\nFor entrees, I had the Diver Scallop and Pork Belly. The scallops were cooked perfectly, as was the pork belly. I just wish there had been a little more pork belly. And the risotto it sat on was great, but the edamame in it seemed a little out of place. It didn't taste bad, I just found myself asking why was it there? At $24 for this entree it seemed a little steep. $20, would have felt like a better price, but I am nit picking.\n\nI got to try the braised lamb shank as well as the durham ranch pork. The lamb was really good. Fell off the bone and came with wonderful horseradish mashed potatoes. The pork was cooked perfectly and had wonderful flavor. Both dishes were great. \n\nThe service was good, almost great, but not quite. We had a big group and we straggled in a bit, but we only had one server. And he would take a couple cocktail orders then it seemed forever before he came back. And the cocktails were just a little slow to come out. That may have been a bar issue. But, that being said, they made me my blue cheese olives for the martini and had a wonderful Washington state merlot. But back to service. Overall, our waiter handled us well. And he told everyone before handing out checks that a gratuity had been added due to our size. It was very nice of him to let us know that. \n\nThe atmosphere is great. I have always loved the space in the Mercado. \n\nOverall, I plan on coming back. It is a nice change of pace and I hope it will do well. Can't wait to try the happy hour Kathy was talking about or possibly a brunch.",
"Agustin Kitchen finally opened and I'm so glad I got to check it out during the holiday bazaar today. The decor is the same as Agustin Brasserie, which is open, bright and modern. \n\nMy group started our brunch with a Bellini, a Mimosa and a Bloody Mary. We were shocked when the cocktails came out, because they were HUGE! We took a second look at the menu, and saw that they we're described as being 32oz for $8. Great value! Just a little bit of a surprise when you're expecting a mimosa in a champagne flute and get a oversized mason jar instead. All of the drinks were spectacular - the juice was fresh mimosa, the Bellini was sweet with a little hint of bitters, and the Bloody Mary was perfectly spicy.\n\nFor my main course, I got the AK Burger and ordered the bread with pesto as an appetizer. The bread never came out because our server forgot to put the order, but to make up for it we got a complimentary order of bacon. It was thickly sliced bacon, and very flavorful. My burger was well seasoned on a soft fresh bun. It came with skinny fries with a lightly spicy seasoning salt, and a spiced ketchup. The fries are totally addicting, you must try them! \n\nAfter a successful lunch, I'm looking forward to trying AK for dinner.",
"Fresh oysters, diver scallops, pork belly.....need I say more. Oh and the craft beer and cocktails are also awazing",
"My wife and I ate lunch at Agustin today (3 Jan '14) and were very impressed with both the atmosphere, and the food. I had baked oysters, which tasted wonderful, but were only a spoon full. I also had the fried oysters in an orange glaze (3) which were wonderful; the next time I shall order a dozen of them! Additionally, I had six of three varieties on the half shell which were fresh, and wonderful. Their dark green salad was very nicely done as well. We will go back.",
"I have to say I liked AK's a lot. A group of family and friends went for your Christmas Eve Dinner and Loved it. \nThe Food was great, everyone liked if not loved what they ordered for their meal and we all love the Current Jars and Crispy Calamari. Kudos to the Chefs. And the wait staff worked well together and were every attentive with out being intrusive. Monica our waitress was very knowledgeable and helpful on food chooses.\nWe also like the fact that we did not feel crammed in and cramped. \nThank you everyone at AK's for making our Holiday meal out wonderful. We will be back.",
"Excellent. Fun, modern twists on old favorites (I had the chicken and spaetzle, which was a play on chicken and dumplings). Fantastic oysters, great cocktails, and a banging salad. (I'm going to start using horseradish in dressings with kale far more often). A glass of fernet to polish it off. Perfection.",
"Was a little sad to see Augustin Brasserie close but was also anxious to try Augustin Kitchen. We went on a Saturday morning and were looking forward to a nice leisurely brunch out in the beautiful courtyard. The husband especially wanted a Bloody Mary as we'd seen their 32 ounce ones during the Holiday Bazaar but didn't have a chance to try one. It was beautifully presented and he said it was decent but nothing special. \nWe ordered the table donuts (little donut puffs stuffed with berries and served on a vanilla/citrus cream). They were a little too dense for our liking and not light and airy as one usually hopes for in a donut. We also had the pork belly hash (flavorful and the favorite), lemon ricotta crepes with house made bacon (decent but nothing extraordinary) and the Chef's burger (again, decent but nothing special). All in all, food was good but nothing spectacular. Truth be told, with all the hype of the \"Iron Chef of Tucson\" deal, we were really looking forward to some unusual/unique flavors but found everything to be fairly...okay. \nAs for the leisurely brunch?? Well that was pretty much ruined by one of the other shopkeeper's and fellow Mercado guest's children (about 5 of them). They were allowed to run around rampant, up and down the stairs screaming and hollering. Now I don't have a problem with children (I'm an elementary teacher and we did have our own child with us) but I do have a problem when they're allowed to behave poorly in a public place. They even sat at the unoccupied table next to us to handle the silverware and cough on the empty water glasses. Needless to say, we pushed aside our water glasses and ate as quickly as we could so we could get out of there. \nServer was friendly and quite understanding. \nMaybe we should give their late night Happy Hour a try since maybe Brunch is just not their thing??",
"Already planning to go back soon for the tasty 32oz mason jar mimosa for $9 with fresh squeezed OJ. The chopped chicken salad was good but not great, I enjoyed the champagne balsamic dressing but the cubed chicken was plain. My friend liked her salmon salad but thought the salmon was plain. Didn't give more stars because they only accepted 1 of the 2 $25 tucson originals gift cards. The modern decor was a plus. The mercado is nice to walk around or sit on the patio and enjoy a pastry from the estrella bakery, also noticed a raspado shop and taquiria which I also want to try . Plan to go back soon and review again.",
"The location of this place is pretty unexpected..we're all used to heading east on Congress to get our party on, but exiting the freeway westbound onto Congress...what!? \n\nThe restaurant shares it's location with some other artsy type companies which surround a nice little courtyard. I think this space is begging for live music and such. \n\nI was only there for drinks, but I must say that they were indeed delicious drinks. I managed to sampled a good portion of the menu because I drink a lot. That and I was with about 25 other people who allowed me to try what they were drinking. \n\nI love craft drinks and this place definitely represents on that front. Lots of house infusions and clever cocktail combinations. Most people who tried THE BETTA -( cachaça, pineapple juice, \nginger lime syrup, fernet branca) thought it tasted watered down and was lacking flavor (Sorry!)\n\nThe COOGI SWEATER (cardamom-infused rye, averna, amaro nonino, real maple syrup, orange bitters ) was really unique and very good as were the roasted pepper margaritas which had just the right hit of spicy to make them interesting. They have a super selection of gin drinks- make sure to check those out. The GIN + GREEN TEA (agustin 'iced' water) was refreshing and clean tasting. Perfect. I also tried a Mai Tai which was great, as were the martinis. \n\nTheir local beer selection is just right and they have options from all my favorite local breweries like Borderlands, Ten55 and Barrio. \n\nThe bartenders here are excellent- they will help you out with any question and are not at all bothered by those who have quite a lot (me ;))\n\nI am coming back without a doubt to try the food, all of which looked great. \n\nEach and every staff member I came in contact with was super :)- Awesome service!\n\nHappy Hour prices include may drinks and some menu items roughly half off from 3-6 Tuesday to Sunday."
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"We are from San Diego, and found this Mexican food very bland. I had the fish tacos and it was just OK. The other folks in our work group that ate had the same opinion that the food was OK but not exciting.",
"I immediately appreciated three things upon entering Urban Cantina. They were open on a Tuesday night, we were seated immediately, and their air conditioning was set to perfect levels.\n\nUnfortunately, it kind of went downhill from there, and not just because they didn't have their liquor license yet.\n\nI should start off by saying that the concept of the restaurant got me excited, from the postmodern luchador pastiche to the laudably laser-focused menu (when was the last time you ate at a Mexican restaurant that didn't hand you an annotated copy of \"War and Peace\" as a menu, with 20 various, no-substitutes \"combinations\"?).\n\nUnfortunately, the chips and salsa were the best part of the meal.\n\nTheir guacamole really ruined the dinner for me. I don't know if something was off or I just don't know what guacamole was supposed to taste like, but there was this nagging, fermented zing to every bite that just didn't play well in my mouth. I thought about sending it back, but it was, well, a small side of guacamole.\n\nMe: \"Is it tequila? Did they spike this with beer? It's not spoiled, is it? It couldn't be...\"\nMy dining partner: \"Just stop eating it and move on.\"\n\nI moved on to fish tacos, which were passable, if not a bit like frozen fish sticks thrown into an otherwise authentic fish taco presentation. The sauce had an overly salty edge to it--kind of like Cool Ranch Doritos, to be honest--but the dish as a whole came out to a 6 out of 10.\n\nMy partner's dinner was entirely too salty, and really uneven with the spice. One side of the burrito was mild and the other side inspired sweating and unintentional tears. I do have to say that the aura of chipotle in the burrito sauce was really nice. I would've given the place an extra star had it not been so terribly salty and ridiculously uneven with the spice.\n\nThe sides were passable as well - beans and rice. Not the worst, not the best.\n\nOverall, this place comes across as really earnest and you can tell that the concept has promise and takes some gutsy leaps into a more modern take on Mexican food. However, \"planning to be great\" and \"succeeding in being great\" are two VERY separate things. I'll give them some time and try again in the future.",
"We walked in because of the catchy graphics on the outside and it seemed like it should be a cool place to go for Mexican downtown. That's about where the originality ended.\nWe walked in to a nearly empty, very dimly lit, strangely decorated, dining room.\nThe first problem was the lack of alcohol. I was told by our waiter that the liquor license was coming soon but that one strike one for me.\nMy companion ordered the tortilla soup and I ordered the carnitas. The soup came out and was not even close to what I would call tortilla soup. It was a chicken and rice soup with nary a strip of tortilla to be found. There was no flavor to it at all and the poor chicken died in vain.\nWhen we asked about it, the owner informed us that we were not educated enough to understand the nuances of the dish and asked if we had indeed ever been to Mexico. (we had, of course- extensively) but weren't in the mood to argue with him about it.\nThe carnitas were probably very good a day or two before I ordered it but I should have brought some home in case I needed to plug a dam at some point. I probably could have stomached the rest of the meal had I had my usual Patrons and Negro Modelos before dinner, but what the hell.\nOur waiter was cool and explained that the menu was changing next week so I may give them a try after that (and the liquor license arrives) but for tonight's debacle I gave them one star plus one for the good service.",
"I've eaten here several times for lunch. The service is great. The food is good.",
"Service is usually quick, food is great but, at times, inconsistent. I usually get the chimichanga, which is humungous and delicious. My only issue is that sometimes it's loaded with chicken (as it should be) and sometimes the chicken is scarce to find in a sea of beans. They need to work on their consistency, but other than that, the food is great!\n\nUpdate: Oh wow. No. I haven't visited Urban Cantina in a few months and my how it has changed! First- the service. It's horrible. But that's probably because all the servers there were bored looking high school girls. They had time to chat it up at the bar area and clean tables while no one bothered to even take our drink order and then had the nerve to get an attitude (remember: teenage girls) when we asked for our waitress because we were ready to order. First problem. Second, the queso dip was closer to cold than it was to hot. I can't even call it lukewarm. Third- I ordered the enchiladas and... I'm not exaggerating here... the enchilada sauce must have been straight out of a McCormick's packet and just mixed with water. Literally the most bland enchiladas I've ever tasted- soupy, unseasoned, tomato water, basically. Same goes with the rice and beans- not even salted, as if that requires any effort or culinary expertise. As my husband and I like to say: \"This place has been banished\". \n\nBottom Line: Don't waste your time and money at Urban Cantina when there are plenty of Mexican restaurants with good food and great service, neither of which you'll find here.",
"Very good place to eat at, in this order: Greasy hot homemade chips with salsa, beer with limes, and daily Mexican food specials. Urban Cantina is a great downtown spot to enjoy a heavy coma inducing meal.",
"Great little place to eat. Food is surprisingly good and the pricing is reasonable for what you get. You can now enjoy a beer with supper which is a big improvement. It won't knock your socks off but it's original, fast, reasonably priced and if you leave hungry its your fault Service is good as well. A plus for effort",
"Love this place. I travel for work and eat here every time I am in Tampa, which is really frequently. The service is quick, they are great at accommodating groups, and they have lots of variety.\n\nI like their tacos and enchiladas. I've also had their cheesy super chimichanga which my friends and now just call \"Creamy white sauce\" (insert as many jokes as you can think of with that kind of name). We've gone there so often we just ask \"Want some creamy white sauce?\" and everyone knows what we're talking about.\n\nMargaritas are good but I have only had them once or twice. \n\nAnother perk is that they are one of only a few places that stays open in downtown Tampa at night. Tampa is like a city after the zombie apocolypse so it is a nice place to hang out with friends and enjoy good food.\n\nReally tasty chips and salsa.",
"Ate here tonight. Was crowded and it seemed like they were not prepared for a crowd. Took a long time to be seated even though there were tables empty that just needed to be cleaned. Wait staff was harried and hurried and didn't pay much attention. Finally ordered and it took forever for our food to come. I finally had to ask and a while later it was brought out. I had ordered a dinner that included rice and beans. My companion ordered tacos and rice ala carte. There was no rice. She explained that they \"ran out.\" How does a \"World Class\" Mexican restaurant run out of rice?? She said she would bring it out when it was done. Okay. Never came. I had the Urban Carnitas and they were okay. Everywhere else I've had them they come with warm tortillas. These didn't. The beans were just canned pork and beans that were doctored up a bit. You could still taste the canned taste. Waitress also forgot to charge me for my beer. I had to remind her. Will pass on returning to this one.",
"Let me keep it simple defining this in one word \"CRAP\" Taco bell is better than this garbage guess its back to the bus i go"
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"We came here for our dinner. Here is my review\n\nThe server\nIt was mediocre. We had our reservation yet we still have to wait for 20 minutes. It was not all bad but when you made reservation, at least you do not expect to ask to wait for another 20 minutes. However, when we were seated, the servers were great. They were very nice. They were very friendly. They gave generous amount of chips and salsa. It was all good. They will try to explain the menu to you if you are not sure what you are going to get. \n\nThe food\nThe food is hit and miss. For some menu like the carne asada, shrimp fajitas, etc it was good. Not outstanding but acceptable. For some food like prime rib, tortilla soup, it should do a better job. one thing that i really like from this place is the guacamole. Fresh and tasty. Other than that, everything was just an OK.\nThe desserts were better than just an OK but still not in the \"good\" level. The flan was probably the best out of all the desserts. The tres leches cake was just an OK. Mexican chocolate cake, mango cheese cake was mediocre. Sopapilla was slightly better\n\nThe atmosphere\nA little bit too crowdy in the decoration and ceiling. If you like a spacious place for dining, this will give you a little bit weird feeling. It was slightly dark inside. However, it would be a great place for you to hang out if you don't care all of that\n\nThe location\nInside the casino\n\nWould I recommended it ? May be yes and no. If you are really hungry then you can come here. If you are not that hungry and just want to have some food, I suggest you to drive outside to find a better mexican restaurant :)",
"Went on a wed night were seated right away server was nice and efficient however she did what she had to with no personality. Since there was no child menu our server recommended a single taco which cost $3.00 it was so spicy my son could not even eat it so it was removed from our bill without any issues. The food itself was probably the worse Mexican food I have ever eaten. The chili Verde was so sweet and actaully ended up making me sick by the time I got home. My boyfriend got the half baked chicken which he stated was so dry and had no flavor. We will not being going back to this establishment anytime soon and I would not recommend it to my worse enemy. It really stinks that our one date night a month was dinner at this restaurant. SO DISAPPOINTMENTED!!!!!!",
"Even though the theme here is Mexican, we usually get a prime rib, or rib steak and frozen margaritas. The ribs and steak are almost always B+. Last time there we both had prime rib and both were chewy. The manager immediately replaced both and the replacements were super good as they usually are. I can't say enough good about the frozen Margaritas ($.99). A lot of booze and probably the best drink deal in Reno/Sparks.",
"I had dinner here with some friends tonight. We got there early, like 4:30 and it was busy, but we were seated right away. I haven't eaten here in at least 20 years. Glad to see they still have the .99 margarita. Guess inflation hasn't touched that! :) Food was good, margaritia was tasty, after 2 I almost had a buzz. :) My two item combo plate (cheese enchalada and tamale) was only 7.45 ish. Not too bad, and the tamale was decent, so were the rice and beans. The enchilada got lost in all the cheese on top of it, so I'm not even sure I ate that, lol. Our waiter was friendly, so all was good.",
"Second visit here and very good. Our busboy was very attentive and brought over refills and napkins without being asked. The server, not so attentive. Dropped the food and that was the last we saw of him until he brought the check.\n\nFood was very good, although they forgot two things, once we brought this to a passing servers attention, it was brought with apologies.\n\nI would come back here again and recommend it to anyone. I think it was just an off day.\n\nValet park only at night. Very scary parking lot. Poorly lit and lots of homeless wandering around.",
"I loved this place...it was recommended to me by a client ...food was delicious and VERY reasonable priced!!! The .99 cent Margaritas were also DELICIOUS ....",
"I know they have $.99 margaritas, $199 flavored margaritas, try the banana . Yum.",
"I give it 4 stars not because it's a 4 star restaurant but because I just really enjoyed eating there. \n\nMy girlfriend and I went with another couple and had a great time. The dollar margaritas are insane and really strong and food portions are huge. \n\nbasically for no more than 15 bucks you can get a couple margaritas and a huge dinner, I personally got a steak quesadilla and 3 margaritas and it was 10 bucks, pretty awesome.",
"Wow! I cannot believe the quality/quantity of food we got for the price. I came here with a group of 6, we all had a margarita, the biggest sized ones, (which I might add were also strong), and 3 people got 2 drinks, an appetizer, and all 6 had an entree. The bill? $80. And the portions were HUGE. I got the carne asado burrito and it was full of huge pieces of flavorful steak and guacamole. I couldn't finish it. \n\nMy boyfriend got the combo plate with an enchalada and a tostada and barely finished it. The other members of our group had different types of burritos. We were all tipsy and stuffed when dinner was over. \n\nOur waitress was great too. Super attentive and she got all our orders right. The decor inside was also nice. It looked like many other nice Mexican Restaurants I've been to.\n\nI will definitely be coming back. This is my new favorite place in Reno. Word to the wise though, make reservations, the joint is packed!",
"Me and girlfriend had went to this place for Mexican food and I have been here before for steak which is probably the best in town. The service was very friendly the hostess thanked us for coming and in and told us \" hope you enjoy our food\" it was nice being treated good off the bat. When we say down we were immediately helped by a waiter named Armando he was super friendly and honestly throughout the meal took care of all our needs. I ordered the combination (tostada,enchilda,taco served with a generous amount of bean and rice) it was delicious she had the chipotle shrimp she liked it alot and I don't like sea food but this was very tasty. Our experience of a laid back delicious meal made this a place I would come back to again and hope who ever reads this will try it out\nPs\nIf you are the annoying lady that sat next to us I hope they put one of those dog shock collars on you so you will one day become trained as a human"
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"Maybe this place should have 6 stars as she prepares the very best bakery items I have ever tasted and I love baked goods. She even does a stellar job on gluten free, Chocolate Decadence, yes, it is as good as it sounds. They have breakfast and lunch items as well as artisan breads. The owners are a lovely couple and gracious hosts.This is the first place we go when our flight lands in Tampa. I can't say enough about the quality of the food.",
"I hesitate to write this review because Elizabeth's only has five tables and I worry that I won't get one once the word gets out. Elizabeth's food is the best I've had in a long, long time. The red pepper and goat cheese pressed sandwich is killer. So it the turkey avocado pressed sandwich. Everything she serves is fresh, preservative free, and healthy. The desserts are to die for. I suggest giving Elizabeths a try for breakfast instead of Einsteins (directly across the street), and you'll never go back.",
"Food is okay. The woman that works there has no personality. Not a welcoming atmosphere. When you have competition you really have to stand out and this place does not.",
"Muffins and banana bread were awesome. Will be back to try more items!",
"This place is amazing. So far, I have tried the chocolate croissant, fruit tart, and banana cupcake. Everything is fresh and tastes delicious. The staff are friendly and make their rounds in the quaint dining area to say hello. We have only been in there three times and look forward to MANY more. Absolutely wonderful. I want to try their sandwiches next!!",
"Elizabeth's muffins and breads are to die for! I haven't tried any of the cafe breakfast or lunch offerings, but it's on my list.",
"Breakfast sandwiches are delicious, on croissants or fabulous bread. The pastries are to die for. The pecan bars are the best I have ever tasted, and the rest of the cookies and pastries are amazing too. Will definitely go back and recommend to all my friends.",
"This is a cute coffee and bakery shop. I had no idea it was so close to where I live. This would be a nice place to just go sit and have a coffee at a local establishment as opposed to a chain - these types of small coffee shops are harder to find especially in this area. I found the staff to be very friendly. The latte was excellent and I also had a baked item - pecan bar which was delicious. They serve Kawha coffee! I will definitely be back. If you come in 30 minutes prior to closing many of the baked items are buy one get one free!",
"a great place with wonderful pasteries and a great staff. one comment - did you ever think of running a breakfast special with a specially priced pastery with a cup of coffee? or selling 'mug refills' where coffee in your own mug brought in would be at a discounted price?",
"Wonderful little place that fills a nice niche here in Safety Harbor! Pastries are literally to die for, and I had a great breakfast sandwich this am too! Killer coffee to boot! Stay away if you don't want to get fat!"
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"Freshly made dim sum returns to Reno after the closure of The One. CaiE's Oriental Cafe offers a smaller dim sum menu Monday through Friday and expands it to 38 items on the weekend.I had six things and I liked them. They also have a regular menu of Chinese items. The owner has a similar restaurant in Carson City and is talking about opening another one in Reno. She said the dim sum is made fresh each morning in Sparks and shipped to the restaurants. The artwork on the wall is also by the owner.",
"Four friends and I had dinner here last night and it was quite good, so I'm upgrading my review. I focused on the dim sum before because that's what makes the restaurant unique in the area, but the regular food is pretty good.\nThe two stand out dishes were the Peking duck and the deep fried flounder. The Peking duck was tender and flavorful and the only problem was that it was so good a half duck was enough for five of us. Probably the best Peking duck I've had in Reno.\nRight away it's obvious they pick out the Flounder fresh. Maybe they don't go through the regular local sources, I don't know. It was not overcooked and pretty good. The shrimp and scallop dish and the chow fun we got was pretty good, too. \nWe started with the dim sum appetizer and the stuffed mushrooms. The dim sum was good and the stuffed mushrooms were excellent. Our total before tip came to $90, more than reasonable for five people for a meal of that quality.\nSo I'd recommend people try the regular food at CaiE's Oriental Cafe. Especially give the duck and flounder a try on a night when the regular chef is there.",
"One extra star for the ambiance and location. Pretty modern and located in South Meadows. I agree with Kara V. , it might just survive because of the location. \n\nAs for the food, it's another American version of Chinese food. Dim Sum selection is also limited like in the Duck House. My friends and I ordered Dim Sum Sampler ($12.95) for lunch, steamed rice, and chow fun. They were okay. Nothing too exciting. The servings are small.\n\nService is good. Our waitress was attentive.",
"These other reviews must have been paid for, obsolete or not the same place I visited because I am sitting here in what appears to be a cross between a fast food joint and warehouse slash kitchen. I guess the owners have had really bad experiences with being ripped off because you order your food at the register and pay for them first even before you get your food ala Mickey Dees. You get handed a plastic glass to fetch your own drink ala Mickey Dees, then find yourself a table. While writing this review the folks next table to me had to ask for his tea half way through lunch. I guess hot tea is not self serve. The other table watched her dumplings sit on the counter and when she finally asked if she could take it herself before they get cold. She was told no but the waiter who is in the bathroom will take it out to her soon as he is done in there. He must have gotten sick from the food.\n\nAnyway, I had my heart set on peking duck due to the previous reviews. NO FREAKIN PEKING DUCK on the menu. They have a peking duck salad, but no PEKING DUCK. So I figure since I'm here I'll try the other reviewed food items, dim sum. I tried the hur gow. It came it a small steaming basket and looked pretty authentic. BIG MISTAKE. There was bits and pieces of shrimp and what looked like a scramble egg mixture inside. For $4.50 for 3 pcs., I expected much more. The same 3 pcs. you can get for $1.50 in the bay area. And, souldn't dim sum be served with soy sauce, chili sauce or ANY TYPE OF SAUCE. I guess I should have not expected any type of authenticity as soon as I noticed the crew. Let's just put it this way, before we had colored tv we had..... One was the cashier and the other the server. \n\nThe other item that I gambled on was the shrimp wrap. This was suppose to be like a spring roll you would normally get in a Vietnamese restaurant. They tasted like they have been pre-made the night before and semi-frozen because they sure were horribly frozen. The sauce that it came with was suppose to be a peanut sauce but instead I got a watered down peanut butter sauce. Are you kidding me! If I wanted to pay good money for a pbnj sandwich, I would make it at home. How can you try to pass peanut but as sauce. I guess they think people that eat there will not notice. But who can't. It was very obvious. People if you can't do it right, please don't do it at all. Don't fake it. The worst lunch and the worst parting with almost $13 ever, hands down! I was only hoping I could has scored them less.",
"We had a $25 gift certificate for Caie's, took the whole family out tonight and was really impressed. Haven't seen service like that in a long time, and the food was outstanding. Reasonable prices - was $50 before tax and tip for a family of four - especially for the quality.\n\nOnly thing that didn't quite measure up was the ambiance - it's got a distinct strip mall feel - but I'd gladly go back just for the food and great staff.",
"So, I'm really happy that there's a place in town that has a big dim sum menu (on the weekends), but I wasn't overly impressed with this place. I don't really like the fact that you have to order at the counter and get your own drinks. Although this is how a lot of Chinese take-out places are set up, Caie's has a much more upscale feel to it, and it makes things very confusing when you are sitting in a nice restaurant but are unsure as to whether or not you need to wait for a waiter or do something yourself. I had the dim sum sampler, which highlights their more limited, weekday dim sum menu. It was good, basic dim sum. Good enough that I wanted to come back to try the weekend menu, but not so good that I would make the trip out here often. The prices did seem reasonable, but overall I would rate this place as basic Asian take-out dressed up in a swanky location.",
"I've been to Caie's a few times already. With a few exceptions that I will mention later I find there food pricey but very good. The restaurant is very clean and the employees are very nice and considerate. The food is very fresh tasting compared to the typical Chinese restaurant.\n\nI've had the Peking Duck and I thought it was just OK. Same with the Dim Sum. I'll just wait to get the real thing in SF next time I go.",
"My rating refers ONLY to the weekend Yum Cha hours when they have a real assortment of dim sum available. Granted, there aren't women pushing carts past you full of mystery dim sum, but at least they have a decent menu to order from. I ordered several of my favorites, and they all had a distinct hand made texture and flavor. I was kind of bummed that they didn't have any xiao long bao (soup dumplings) when I went, but everything else was nice. In Los Angeles or San Francisco I'd probably only rate this place 3 stars for limited selection and a very ordinary non-dim-sum menu, but it's almost as good as the best dim sum I've had in Las Vegas so far (at Ping Pang Pong). Only almost, but in Reno you have to be happy with \"almost\" when it comes to authentic Chinese food.",
"Love dim sum, it's a fun eating experience and I've always enjoyed the concept of small plate meals for the variety. \n\nCaie's is good, but not traditional dim sum in that you don't pluck your selection off a cart but order them off a menu. For some items this is a good thing (particularly fried items) but again, not the same experience that's so unique to dim sum. They also don't provide dipping sauces unless you specifically ask (I'm used to an assortment of mustard, hot sauce, and vinegars on the table) The menu isn't that expansive, even on the weekend but they have a few items that were very delicious.",
"I went there on Sunday with some friends. We all passed around the order chart and took turns ticking off various items from the dim sum menu. There were a lot of great selections. The service was good and our drinks were never empty.\n\nIt was all pretty good stuff, with a couple standouts for me. The siu mai, shrimp har gow, salt & pepper shrimp, sesame balls and chive and shrimp dumplings were all really delicious."
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"Fast Greek food. Fresh salad and real chicken. Super friendly! My favorite for south Tampa.",
"I just had food delivered from Little Greek and was very impressed. I ordered a Greek Salad with chicken and it was HUGE! My salad was chopped (per my request) with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olives, pepperoncini, green peppers, feta, beets and grilled chicken. It was super fresh and full of flavor. I really liked the dressing as well. In addition I ordered grilled pita bread with hummus which was also delicious. Their menu looks great and I can't wait to stop by and dine at the actual restaurant.",
"Had an amazing lunch at Little Greek today. A gyro made to order (no tomatoes for me), house-made tzatziki sauce, loaded with great-flavored meat. Way more food than I should have eaten. Also sampled a house-made dolmade, house-made rice pudding, and a test sample of baklava cheesecake. Yum!!",
"This is my new take out casual restaurant of choice in South Tampa. I had the chicken roll up meal (now greek chicken wrap), and it was very, very good. A friend introduced me to this place years back (st pete location) for the Greek salad w. Grilled Chicken. Although I live closer to Louis Pappas, I would make the few minutes extra drive with no hesitation to go to Little Greek. I will only go to LP for a chopped salad (with no meat) or the pita chips.",
"Little Greek is your standard run of the mill Greek shop. The traditional gyro was good, as was the potato salad that I ordered to accompany it. Service was speedy and friendly and I will probably make another trip back here. I think I'm still a bit more partial to Pita Republic, but will try one of their platters next time here (at Little Greek Restaurant) to be fair and balanced.",
"Great fast Greek food! We've been in twice and the owner has been there both times. Today he actually served our drinks, chatted with our daughter and cleared our table. It's always great to see that kind of commitment to make the place great. The greek salad is wonderful and so is the spinach pie. We really like the gyro as well - the pita bread is a little soft but it's packed full of meat and it has the right amount of sauce. The chocolate mousse cake is amazing! The chicken souvlaki portions are small but still tasty. Will definitely be back.",
"I was rather disappointed with my visit. I ordered a Traditional Gyro/Fries/Small Drink which equates to almost $11. To be fair, it did taste fresh, but the amount of gyro meat was pitiful; two slices throughout the pita. It was as if I had a vegetarian pita with a side of gyro. For the exact same price I can get at least twice the meat and more of a meal at either Papa's Market or GoGo's (GoGo's has triple). The flavor comparison would rank Little Greek 3rd. \n\nIn an era of tough times, we are all looking for value and flavor in a quick serve environment. Little Greek has an opportunity to do so, but it will need re-evaluate their portions to validate the price.",
"Really not bad for a Greek fast-food, casual dine-in place. It's a small chain, so the food is uniform and seems a bit corporate. But that's not necessarily bad. We shared a combo platter, with salad, a decent portion of chicken on a skewer, potato salad and rice and some pita breadIt was enough for two, though we are not huge eaters.\nThe ambiance is nice and clean, with granite tops and very clean restrooms. They also have beer and wine if you are so inclined. It's not the cheapest fast food, but then it's not really designed as fast food. You won't feel sick after you eat here.",
"This place is really giving my beloved Pita Pit some competition. It doesn't have near the variety of pitas, no honey Dijon? No chicken salad? However the quality of food is definitely a notch better. I got a chicken pita and was really impressed with the quality and flavor of the chicken. The Tzatziki sauce was also awesome. My husband had a Greek salad with chicken. It was a huge salad with a lot of chicken. He had enough for 2 meals and he is a pretty good eater. \n\nWe got take out, but the inside of the restaurant seemed clean and well kept. Since I travel south on dale Mabry this place is much more accessible to me and will probably become a regular when we want to grab something quick.",
"Finally tried this growing local chain. Not quite a fast food place, but much of the business is take-out and they are developing an online ordering system that will stimulate more. The interior seating is nicer than the molded plastic of most high-volume chains, and you can order a beer or wine to sip while waiting for your order. Table service also available. \n\nThe menu is somewhat limited but includes the mainline Greek standards such as souvlaki (kebabs), gyros, greek salad, dolmates (meat-stuffed grape leaves), mousaka, hummus, pita, baklava, etc. Also a kids menu that prominently features \"Kraft Mac & Cheese\" (no fooling savvy kids with that greeky stuff.) \n\nFavorably impressed with combo meals, gyros, dolmates, greek salad and tzatziki sauce. Everything was packed and ready to go 25 minutes after order called in....complete and tasty. Perhaps the quality overall did not match some of the better local \"sit down\" Greek restaurants, but it was surprisingly good for quick take-out."
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"I had the opportunity to eat at this restaurant last weekend and the food was all around amazing. Normally I am not much of a fan for Indian food but this restaurant has done an excellent job of combining Indian and Southern cuisine.\n\nWhen we arrived, we were able to sit at the bar (which does have 2 TVs) until our entire party was present for our reservation. The bar area has nice big windows and decent amount of seating. One of the beers they offer is a special brew that is designed to compliment the Indian spices in the food (which it did). Of the 5 appetizers we shared, the fish n'chips and hot chicken seemed to be everyones favorite. They were seasoned with different Indian spices and came with Indian dipping sauces. Dinner was also excellent and well presented. I tried the ribs which were made in a special BBQ sauce had a ton of Indian flavor. Lastly our dessert was nothing short of amazing. The chef and owners came out to greet us during our meal and made sure we had a great experience. \n\nAs for the atmosphere, the restaurant did a great job at combining modern designs with traditional Indian artwork. Music was playing throughout dinner but the entire restaurant was not overly loud.\n\nAll in all, Chauhan was an outstanding restaurant with great staff and fantastic food. Whether you're local or just visiting, it is definitely a must eat.",
"I was curious to find out if the service and the food could match the atmosphere. It does. Our waitress was fantastic and the food was, as well. The servings were good. I was full halfway through the entree and the IPA they had on tap was flavorful, to say the least. I will be back and will recommend this place to everyone.",
"Can I just say how amazing it is that we have so many new restaurants to look forward to? Nashville is on it. \n\nAfter being lucky enough to sample some bites at a Yelp event, I was even more excited and anxious for the opening. It did not disappoint. The space looks fantastic. When you step inside it's like you are transported somewhere else and I love the Indian decor and lighting. The vibe is awesome. I could not decide what I wanted to eat, so we asked for some recommendations from our very helpful and good-humored server. First things first:\n\nThe drinks. OMG.\n\nI couldn't stop ordering the Rising Star with vodka and coconut milk foam. Wowzer. It was delicious without being overly sweet. If whiskey is more your thing, the Southern Belle was also delicious and a big hit with the guys. Do yourself a favor and at least get one cocktail. \n\nThe food. Double OMG.\n\nJust order the kale pakora appetizer. It's lick the plate good. For an interesting and delicious dish, try the gol guppa shots. MMMM. And lastly. Pork belly....a million times yes. For entrees most everyone tried the desi tiffin which was a very casual nod to the meat and 3. It comes out in a stacked tin and I loved the chicken korma and whatever magic that was put in the cabbage dish was out of this world good. I had the \"make your own\" dish with paneer and a coconut curry. It was very good, but I definitely was stealing a lot of bites from the chicken korma. Also, the garlic Parmesan naan... order that guy.\n\nIn summary....everything here was incredible. Presentation, flavors, creativity. A+ all around. And the service was just the perfect cherry on top. Don't walk, RUN to Chauhan!",
"I have to say after all of the hype and press associated with this restaurant opening, I was very disappointed. Nashville has some amazing dining establishments and I can't say that this rates very high on my list. My friend and I went and it took over 10 minutes for them to come take our drink order- normally with a new restaurant, I would overlook this... but the restaurant was 60% full. Being a new restaurant, we asked our server for guidance and he couldn't tell us anything.... clearly he was as lost as we were. We took a shot in the dark and got a couple of apps. The scallops were fantastic, but the shots were ok- better if they were warmer. \nA second server came by to check on us and ask if we were ready to order and she was quite helpful, but again couldn't give us much guidance with ordering or the menu. We ordered the signature chicken dish and then the lamb. The lamb was good, but our chicken seemed almost luke warm. We weren't finished with our dinner, but before we could get a word out to our server, he came by stacked our plates and rushed off to the back. Keep in mind- we each had a full cocktail in front of us. He then threw down the dessert menu took more plates away. We couldn't help but feel extremely rushed, so we opted out of dessert and he quickly brought the check and took away our waters. So strange... once we paid and he saw we still had a cocktail he asked if we wanted some water... \nWe moved to the bar to finish our cocktail, where the bartenders were quite attentive. I wanted to see if they were going to \"flip\" the table and after all of that, no one was seated there. \nAnyway, for this restaurant opening to be delayed over and over, I am surprised that the staff weren't more knowledgeable and that the service wasn't better. Not sure that I am willing to take the risk again with this place.",
"I wanted to love this restaurant, I really did. I waited for months for it to open, and I took a friend there for his birthday dinner on opening night. The space is very nice, although it was chilly in the restaurant (granted it was about 28 degrees outside, but still). They put us at a table near a door, but they graciously moved us farther into the restaurant when we asked to be moved. \n\nThe food was a hodge podge of excellence and mediocrity. Very disappointing - some highs and lows. The appetizers were the high point of the meal. We ordered a Vindaloo sausage which was delicious, very well seasoned but not overly spicy. Also we had a selection of chutneys and butters with Indian bread. Also very good. Unfortunately, the lows were the entrees. I ordered the lamb shank, and my friend ordered the Tikka Masala. Both were uninspired, lacking in flavor, and boring. Plus, the Tikka Masala came with nothing! They served one small piece of chicken in a bowl with a little sauce - no rice, nothing! We shared a pot de creme yogurt dessert which was good but nothing special. The bill came to $120 for two including a tip. \n\nIn all, it was quite disappointing. I expected a lot and it didn't deliver. The service was quite good, and it seemed pretty smooth for an opening night. But the food? Definitely not what was hyped or expected. is this the problem with owner/chefs not being on site and opening restaurants away from where they actually live and work? Probably so, but still...I wanted to love this restaurant, I really did.",
"One of my favorite restaurants at the moment as of this weekend. Overall we enjoyed an excellent meal. The interior was elegant but warm feeling and our service was very good. The staff that we experienced was attentive and the pace of the meal felt comfortable. \n\nWe started off with drinks. She got a mango/tequila cocktail and I had an IPA. The beer was awesome although I can't recall it's name, and her drink was good enough that we each had another throughout the course of the meal. We tried a mussels appetizer as well as the pork belly. Both were flavorful and the temperature warm. The bread served with the mussels was out of this world! The pork belly was just the right texture, a little crispy on the outside, and the spices- clearly Indian, weren't overbearing but just right. Another great dish. I had the lamb shank and she had a rice dish I can't recall the name of. Both were delicious. We finished the meal with a brownie/chocolate sauce dessert which hit the spot.\n\nThe Chef visited our table at one point and talked about the food a little which was a nice touch. It's clear they have very high standards for the food creation and preparation. \n\nOverall, this was a great experience and we will definitely be going back.",
"I've been raving about my dining experience at Chauhan recently and figured I would go ahead and yelp about it. My friends and I were seated at a cozy booth and were immediately attended to. The warm atmosphere and whimsical ambiance of Chauhan is very calming. It has an easy, comfortable lighting.....which is uber important for a lady on a date....not that I was on an actual date but that's not the point. I digress. \n\nLet's talk alcohol----I was presented a drink called \"burial ground\" that was described to me in detail. All I remember, however, is that it had Chauhans custom Saffron Cardamon Double IPA in it and I think I heard the word rye. This drink is to die for so I guess that's why they call it \"burial ground\"---I dig it!\n\nThe appetizer, Poutine, was a perfect nod to Indian spice and who doesn't love a skillet of loaded french fries?---Uh, YES please. Along with the poutine we had the Pork Belly (PERFECTION), Mussels (amazing flavor), and the Vidaloo Spiced Sausage which had a nice kick that didn't linger too long on my pallet. I honestly can't pick a favorite. \n\nOur appetizers had us eagerly awaiting a delicious entree round. We got the Tikka Masala, the Hyderababi Ribeye, and the Indian Meat and 3. Each were of equal delight. The steak was cooked precisely how we ordered it and was well seasoned. I would say for diners who aren't particularly favorable of Indian cuisine that this would be the ideal dinner menu item. The meat and 3 was a fun experience---I loved folding together all the flavors in the naan bread. And let's be honest, I could have made a meal of just that naan-----DIVINE! \n\nBy the time desert came I had to unbutton my pants. I'm not afraid to say that on the internet (and besides, I was clearly not on a date). But I managed to eat every bite of BOTH desserts we ordered. The Chocolate Cake with Chai Ice Cream is heavenly and an excellent choice for chocolate lovers. It is my new boyfriend. And I'll go out with the Burnt Orange Kulfi again sometime although I'm still trying to figure that one out (delicious yet mysterious). Let's just say I'll be a lifelong lover of Chauhan. Cheers!",
"It's about time a higher-end Indian restaurant opened in Nashville. Great vibe! Love, love this place.",
"We too have eagerly anticipated the opening of this restaurant. I am hesitant to go to a restaurant during its opening week because even the finest of restaurants have kinks to work out. But it was our anniversary and we really wanted to try it. So off we went to Night 2 of their opening. Good decision! The food is inventive and flavorful with a beautiful balance of spices. We are not knowledgeable about Indian food but our waiter was. He guided us thru the menu with great explanations. We were thrilled with our choices. The tandoori breads appetizer with flavored butters and salts sling with chutney is sublime. But then again every dish is. We found the prices extremely reasonable for the excellent quality of food and service. Welcome to Nashville! We are glad you are here and know we will become good friends!",
"My girlfriend and I waited for months for this restaurant and we were not disappointed. We had some of the best Indian food we'd ever had, and perhaps the best in Nashville.\n\nFor appetizers, the pork belly is a MUST. It was likely the best thing I ate all night. We also had the naan bread and chutney sampler. Absolutely fantastic.\n\nWe sampled several drinks between us, both cocktails and beer. The cocktails all seem to have some spice to them, so watch out if that's not your thing. Their Indian-inspired beer is excellent, at least as far as the IPA and Chai Stout go.\n\nFor dinner, we had the meat 'n' three and lamb bhunna. Both were outstanding. If you're looking for the signature Chauhan dish, get the meat 'n' three. The presentation, as well as the food (of course), are excellent. It changes daily, so you'll get something new every time!\n\nAll in all, we can wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to anyone. It's a great place to expand your palate or reconnect with existing favorites. The atmosphere and vibe are very welcoming and intimate.\n\nGo check it out everyone!"
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"Lolita brings a twist to Philly's BYOB concept by inspiring BYOT (tequila). If you bring your own tequila they'll mix it into their special margarita mixes tableside for you. Obviously this is the perfect way to enjoy mexican food. While the margarita mixes are expenisve they're good and cheaper than pitchers you would pay for at other good Mexican places in Philly. \n\nThe menu is pretty spartan compared to other Mexican places but has enough good stuff for anyone. The main appetizer they sell you on is their guacamole which is very creamy and fresh. I like mine a little more spiced up, but it's good. They serve it to you with two types of a salsa, tortilla chips, plantain chips and sweet potato chips (which there should be way more of). I've also had the tamales for an appetizer which are damn good. Entrees are a wide variety with fish, enchiladas, plenty of red meat choices, and nice spiced duck breast. I've had the enchiladas, pistacchio crusted duck, lamb loin with huatiloche stuffing, and red snapper. All were good though I'd say the duck and lamb were the best. The kitchen excels in the meat department and I would recommend those dishes. Though vegetarians should not despair since they do a tofu substitution for two of the dishes. \n\nI've never made it out of here trying their desserts since there's a gelato place across the street. It's a fun place for small groups, but be sure to bring cash since they don't accept cc's.",
"Fantastic concept with the BYOT. FYI, one bottle is usually enough... I once brought in two and got some funny looks from the staff. We actually cracked into the second one, but the rest is hazy. (Friendly note to Lolita: buy some shot or scotch glasses!) Open kitchen and great decor creates a very lively but simultaneously warm atmosphere. Never too crazy, never too calm -- great for groups or just the two of you -- well balanced all around. \n\nDon't miss the guac (standard or the special)... and the queso is delicious too. On entrees, I want desperately to branch out and explore all that the Lolita menu has to offer me, but that infernal carne asada is just too damn good. It calls to me every time I enter the restaurant, and I keep coming back like an addict. But, having sampled just about everything else on that menu, I can say assuredly that you really can't go wrong.\n\nBe prepared to wait on weekends, but relax, that just means it'll be good. If you're there early, check out Open House a few doors down while you wait -- same owners, and they've got some cool stuff for the home. In another city, Lolita might have to be four stars, but in Philly, where your only other decent mid-range Latin option is a restaurant named after a Mexican Elvis impersonator, Lolita gets the full five. One of my favorites.",
"Nice, small, but amazing Mexican restaurant with a nice homey ambience. The margarita mixes are awesome. The one we got was the naranja de sangria, which has the margarita mix, mint, and blood orange puree. The guacamole was fabulous. As for the entrees, you can't go wrong with their asada (grilled beef tenderloin) as it's their trademark dish. The skirt steak was also pretty good. For dessert, the bittersweet flourless chocolate cake was amazing. Great meal overall, would definitely go back again.\n\nOh, and make sure you bring some good quality tequila, as the place is BYOT.",
"Great service. Delicious food. Killer margaritas.\n\nThis is a good date place as well as for a group of 4-6 people. I liked the decor, the atmosphere and the staff. The food was great.",
"It's always hard for me to talk about Mexican restaurants in Philadelphia, because, after living in Mexico City, I grew to expect something very specific from Mexican food -- and it's extremely, extremely rare that a Northeastern \"Mexican\" restaurant even wants its food to taste like that. \n\nBut I loved Lolita. Though the chef's crafty variations on Mexican originals would still scare off a lot of traditionalists, I loved the way he used true Mexican ingredients -- things like the huitlacoche, which you don't see much of up here -- and still stuck to a New American approach. The restaurant doesn't shy away from the picante side of cooking, either. The concept works, and it's delicious.\n\nThe restaurant itself, and the whole concept of a BYOT (which has already been spoken about by a number of reviewers) -- it all really works well in that neighborhood. If you have to wait to be seated, you can run across the street for a classy drink or two. All in all, Lolita is a fabulous date night place.",
"The mixes here are to die for. Even if you don't want to bring your own tequila you can just drink their sangria mix without. (Ok - no don't do that.)\n\nI would say the Sangria mix and the salsa would give this place 5 stars by themselves. The food is nothing to rave about and my pork chop wasn't even that good. But when you're drinking that much sangria, pork chop isn't making a big impression anyway.",
"Does it even need to be reiterated how brilliant the Bring Your Own Tequila (BYOT) concept is? I recommend the blood orange mint margarita mix, a delicious twist on a classic. The pitchers run about $12, and are perfect for big groups (I went with one friend and we could barely finish half). \n\nThe food is a little pricey, but the portions are surprisingly plentiful. Next time I go, I'll just order a few appetizers to save cash. The merits of Lolita's guacamole have been praised on here already, but it needs to be reiterated. It's delicious and creamy and just spicy enough - not that it matters, as the tequila suppressed most of the heat. The carne asada, Lolita's signature dish, is delectable, as are the enchiladas. Dessert wasn't even an option, as I was too full, but I will definitely be back, and hopefully I will make it to the third course. \n\nHowever, do note that the restaurant does not take reservations on the weekends. My friend and I showed up at 6:30 PM on a Saturday had to wait an hour for a table. However, to Lolita's credit, the hostess took my friend's cell phone number and called us when our table was ready so we could go across the street for a drink, as the waiting area inside is non-existent and it was very chilly. A very considerate gesture that was the perfect precursor to the evening. .",
"Have you read about this yet? BYOT...Bring Your Own Tequila. Yeah...\n\nI know that's not original (see: every Lolita review), but the restaurant and BYOT? Definitely an original...\n\nLiving in Chicago, I'm spoiled by amazing Mexican/Latino/South American food (if you don't know why, check out our recent census...we're blessed with a robust population of those from South of the Border), but I was steered correctly to Lolita by Philadelphians in the know! An amazing dining experience...\n\nTruthiness:\n\n- The guacamole is amazing (but as good (Chicagoans) as the made-to-order cart at Adobo Grill next to Second CIty)\n\n- The Margarita mixes are out of this world (esp the mango basil...mmm mmm good!)\n\n- The \"Beef tips\" -- not on the menu -- ask for them by name...you won't be sorry!!!!!\n\n- The Tiramisu (????) -- yeah, I know...at a Mexican joint...the tiramisu, with fluffy whipped cream and hazelnuts, is the best I've ever had. period.\n\nGo on a week night at around 6-7 before it gets busy!!!",
"Wowowie! Finally got a chance to get to Lolita, and boy did I have a GREAT time! First off, I sat outside where conversation quickly sparked up between a couple from London to our left, and Jersey to our right. So, before looking at the menu I felt comfortable.\n\nThe menu was great. Tons of fresh takes on Mexican and Spanish classics. Not super hungry, I just ordered ceviche, plus their guacamole for the table which came out first. The guac was out of this world. Arguably the best that I have ever had. I loved the inclusion of fried plantains. \n\nThe salmon and watermelon ceviche was also remarkable. A wonderfully healthy summer dish, that went perfectly on the warm evening. \n\nOn the whole, I cannot find one problem with this meal and restaurant. I definitely will be back soon!",
"The pluses:\n. Say it with me - Bring! Your! Own! Tequila! Honestly, that concept will never get old. Especially when you consider that a pitcher at Lolita is around $10 and across the street at El Vez it's closer to $30.\n. Fantastic, healthy food - The carne asada is amazing, and oddly most of the foods are pretty diet friendly, if that's your thing.\n. Did I mention the tequila already? Oh, shoot. Did I mention that you can buy the Lolita margarita mixes at Grocery, the store on the corner of 13th and Chestnut, and have these amazing drinks at home? Awesome.\n\nThe minuses: \n. No reservations - Makes it a hard dinner to build your night around\n. Tiny - good if you like talking to strangers, bad if you like not ramming your elbow into someone else's guacamole\n. Loud - all those people + such a small space + brick walls = cacophony\n\nThe quality of the food and the deliciousness and cheapness of the drinks easily trump the space and noise issues, but just be aware that if you're going for a date night, you might spend a lot of time screaming at each other. But you might be screaming \"This place is amazing!\""
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"Had their Bianca(white) pizza with the addition of mushrooms. Fresh oregano, a nice flavor enhancer, was added. It was done in just a few minutes and delivered piping hot. Their neo-neapolitan crust was crisp however I do prefer my crust cooked to a golden brown. It was just shy of that but I'm sure next time I can request that. The flavor was good but the mozzarella wasn't as rich as I would have liked. Will try another cheese selection next time. Comfy upscale decor and friendly welcoming staff. They have an $8 lunch special which includes a slice and salad. Beer and wine will be coming very soon. I was told their sausage is made in-house and another customer said the sweet fennel sausage is very good. Diverse menu with some items not found at other local pizza shops like lamb sausage and radicchio salad. Will definitely return and recommend to others.",
"Decided to try this place after reading an article about them on Tucson Foodie, and boy was it a good call! Smaller place but they do also have patio seating. The place is so new they're still waiting for their liquor license to arrive. Thin style crust, three different types of sauce available. We had the Sausage Fresca pizza and it was delicious! This is going to be our go to pizza joint from now on!",
"This is by far the best pizza I have ever eaten. My husband loves pizza while I can take it or leave it, until today. We stopped by at lunch and I ordered the slice and salad special. The Merguez pizza was amazing. Great pesto, housemade sausage and a thin crisp crust makes this the best slice in all of Tucson. The homemade salad dressing was delicious. My husband ordered the 12 inch sausage rosa and says it is real pizza, best in Tucson and I think he has visited every pizza place in the city. Located in the Trader Joe's plaza on Speedway and Wilmot it is very easy to park.",
"Tucked away in the northwest corner of wilmot and Speedway, next to Trader Joe's, you'll find a new pizza place called Pizza Luna. There's outside seating, and as you walk in you'll see a chalkboard looking fancy menu where you order and take your seat. We opted for the Salami Pizza, with a red sauce and pepperoncini like marinated peppers on top. The sauce was tangy, on top of a thin hand tossed buttery crust, and a house red wine to pair it with. I loved the condiments at the table, you rarely see kosher salt, this was a nice touch. The best part of the place would be the people who work there. They were kind, helpful and efficient. I can't wait to try the Prosciutto Pizza. See you soon, Pizza Luna!",
"What a delicious surprise! Mark, the owner has several restaurants in Portland and serves up some of the best pizzas we've had anywhere! Salads are generous and seasoned just right. Highly recommend you try this little gem located in the corner of the strip mall by Trader Joe's on Speedway.",
"Wow! Pizza crust is crispy and chewy, the red sauce is perfectly seasoned, the white is packed full of flavor, fresh ingredients, great house made sausage, the wait staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the products. The atmosphere is upbeat, relaxed, and sophisticated. We will be returning to try all the pizzas!",
"A co-worker and I had a fantastic experience here! I loved it the moment I walked in. The place has a very urban and Italian vibe. It's feng shui. I asked if they did a lunch special with a slice of pizza and salad, and they said yes!! It's exactly what I wanted! I had a great radicchio salad dressed lightly and a salami pizza that was covered in salami - every inch! The crust was perfect - absolutely one of the best pizza's in Tucson! I had a homemade blackberry lemonade that was perfect with this lunch. The staff were super accommodating. They said this is the first Pizza Luna, but more will come! It's a perfect lunch stop! They also have a nice wine and beer selection. I love the table decorations too - cactus and a tiny bowl of sea salt! Our work group will be back next week and I want to try the Brussel sprout, pancetta, goat cheese salad! Great, great, new place!! It's where Cup it Up was before in the Trader Joes shopping center!",
"Ok... I was sceptical. The only reviews were 6 five star reviews.\n\nI was around the corner and gave it a test taste.\n\nOrdered a 16\" white sauce meat pizza.\n\nI am NOT even close to upset!\n\nThe crust is awesome. Nice bite, crispy yet not stiff, and flavorful. The whole bite is amazing!\n\nIf the rest of the servings they have to offer are as good as the random white sauce meat with mushroom pie I had, then they are totally worth all five stars from others. They absolutely get 5 from me!\n\nFood ROCKED!\n\nService ROCKED!\n\nExperience ROCKED!\n\nAs of now, there are 7 five star reviews.",
"Tucson has another quality pizza establishment to enjoy and I'm very happy they are only a few minutes drive from where I live. Pizza Luna, thank you for existing! Pizza Luna specializes in Neapolitan-style pizza and, while I was excited this restaurant was opening, I was a bit leery because I've had some rather poor Neapolitan pizza in my days.\n\nI had nothing to fear here. I strolled in for lunch in mid-afternoon on a Wednesday to find a cozy, but well-designed restaurant and a very friendly staff. I had a slice of Pizza Margherita and a slice of Pizza Blanca for lunch and took home a whole pie of the Pizza Sausage Rossa. Yea, this pizza is excellent! A crispy, tasty, thin crust with quality ingredients that makes this pizza crave-worthy. You just can't have one slice at a time ~ heck, I had three and then took a whole pizza home! \n\nThey also offer soft drinks, wine, and beer on the premises. There is an outdoor seating area, which is where I placed myself for lunch. The interior decor has a black & white motif, is quite stylish, and attractive. I'd say the place can seat maybe 20-30 people on the inside plus 10-20 more seats outside. \n\nI will definitely be back here, likely quite often, to get my pizza fix. Keep up the great work, Pizza Luna!",
"Great pizza with a excellent crust. had the Margaretta with a simple salad for two. Fast service and staff very friendly"
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"Opening night at Ela and you would never know it. Service was flawless. The menu is ala carte, but there are 4 courses to choose from. The real stand outs were the pork belly, the beets, hamachi, and the cookie dough dessert. The pork belly was smoky and cooked perfectly. The hamachi came with green apple and a horseradish powder. The mix of flavors in each dish was really well thought out. Some particularly interesting dishes were scallop noodles with sesame and blood orange and shrimp with garlic panna cotta. The scallops reminded me of calamari without being grilled or fried and stretched into a long noodle. I really appreciated the creativity. \n\nThe interior is really nice with dark wood and candles at every table. The bar is really cool and has ample seating. Great selection of wine and beer. Definitely a nice date spot.",
"Its always a bit of a gamble to dine at a restaurant so close to its opening,.Nevertheless Ela did not disappoint.\n\nTo begin with the space is wonderfully warm and inviting, with a beautiful bar, and dark wood everywhere. The cocktail list is small but ambitious. I had the \"Tommy Gun,\" an updated Dark and stormy with smoked blackstrap molasses and vanilla. It was a very nice drink. My DC had a drink that contained Calvados and apple cider, and is served warm. The bartender talked about their ambition to infuse their own liquors, as well as make their own bitters in addition to the syrups they are already making. That in and of itself will make Ela a destination worth returning to over and over.\n\nThe menu is offered in four parts, smallest bites to the largest. I started with the shrimp with garclic panna cotta, which was a dish full of flavor. I also tried the hamachi with green apple and horseradish. I expected more of a punch from the horseradish, but it was a very nice bite.\n\nI followed that with an interesting salad made with beets and poached quince, served with yogurt like sauce. The quince was surprisingly mild, but it was very nice dish.\n\nThe next dish I had was the scallop noodles... served with shaved carrott and sesame and blood orange, this was a very interesting dish. Lots of flavor, but not the normal caramelized scallop that you come to expect. My DC had a duck breast served with pretzel spaetzel and smoked butternut squash purree. I would have liked a bit more smoke in the squash, and the pretzel spaetzel was very salty. Duck could have been warmer but was well cooked.\n\nDessert, split a pumpkin pie, which was more like a pumpkin mousse sitting atop gingersnaps with roasted figs on the side. It was a very nice update on traditional pumpkin pie. \n\nThere is so much to like about this restaurant, and when the srevice and the kitchen hit its stride, this will be a fabulous addition to the Philadelphia dining scene. I expect them to add a tasting menu similar to Blackfish, and to continue to add to their drink program.",
"I had an excellent meal at Ela last night. I am so glad that the Ansill space is finally being put to good use! Ela's food was fantastic but it will have to be a special treat as it is more than I'd prefer to spend on a Wednesday night dinner. This is not a place for the haters of small plates . . . although by our fourth plate, I was quite full and could not finish my meal.\n\nWe started with the shrimp and the hamachi. The hamachi was probably my favorite item of the evening. It had fantastic flavor. We then shared the diver noodle scallops and the crab. These were good but not as spectacular as the hamachi and shrimp. I had the pork belly as my final dish and it was very nicely done. \n\nChef Jason Cichonski also made his way around the dining room to greet everyone - a touch I always appreciate.",
"It was delicious! Be sure to ask for the orange goo, it makes the meal!",
"went as a group of 4. The food was good - but not spectacular. Too many other options in the 'hood so i am not sure if/when we will go back.\n\nthe staff was great - very friendly but a bit overwhelmed because they opened just a week or so ago. they will get into their groove in a few months.",
"So awesome. We had an amazing meal at the bar since the tables were booked solid. I love what they've done with the interior and found myself charmed by many design touches--from menus to lighting. The front of the house staff is adroit and fashionable, and very warm. And then there is the food---my god. The oysters were especially divine. We had 2-3 small plates each. I was impressed by the diversity and super-consistent execution throughout. \n\nI'm so thrilled this is in my neighborhood--we're in love with Ela and our affair has only just begun!",
"I ate here Friday night, one week after they opened. Overall the food was very good and at times memorable. We started with the gnocchi (5/5) which was had perfect pillowy texture. Next was the foie gras mousse with a berry compote (4.5/5), although an app, it was sweet enough for a dessert. It felt like foie was the secret ingredient for a dessert challenge on Iron Chef. For a main course, we had duck breast with pretzel spaetzle and brussel sprouts. (2.5/5). This was the least successful dish of the night as the \"med-rare\" duck breast was med-well and tough. Skate with braised cabbage, sunchoke puree and whole grain mustard (4.5/5). This was a great twist on traditional Bavarian flavors (with skate instead of sausage). Dessert was a highlight with liquid cookie dough poured over semi-freddo, banana, and chocolate chips (4.5/5)- swapping the semi-freddo for gelato or ice cream would have made this even better. Despite the great food the bread course was laughable. Day old Sarcone's bread (which I happily eat at home, but far below the level of food they are trying to execute here).\n\nBy far the biggest weakness was the service. We were seated 20 minutes until wine came and 35 minutes until bread came (which was after our first course). Our waiter had the personality of a wet mop left outside in the middle of february. The AC continuously turned on with the vent directly above our heads. I have no idea why they wanted to have cold air blow into our faces when it was 35 deg outside. (ask for a table by the kitchen- no air vents there). Our entree was served and I was given two knives (no forks)- not a big deal but exemplifies the poor attention to detail this night. \n\nFood: 4 1/2 stars\nService: 2 stars (hopefully this was just opening week jitters)",
"The food was fantastic and interesting, and so was the atmosphere once we got past the rather uninviting, institutional-looking facade on the outside of the building. We ate there the week after they opened, and even though it was very busy, the staff kept things moving smoothly. They were friendly and the service was great, but, still, I don't think we'll be going back. \n\nWhat killed my appetite was something that happened during the meal. I noticed that our server, who was fabulous, got cut off by one of the managers - a shorter guy, and was turned back to the kitchen. My companion, upon returning to the table told me that he was being soundly upbraided by the taller manager. I will spare the details, but I can't imagine what our server did to deserve the kind of treatment the manager was dishing out. To deal with problems within earshot of the guests is highly unprofessional. Our server handled it well and continued to give good service, but we could tell he was shaken. Heck, we were shaken and, frankly, the food just didn't taste the same after that. \n\nI was a server for many years. I can't imagine recommending a place that treats their staff this poorly.\n\nFood=5, Service=5, Management=1, Overall=2.2",
"walking into the place, all i could think about was the rihanna song, and kept humming -ella-ella-ella.... yes, i do get easily distracted. \ni was way excited about this place--perhaps, something that could replace ansill in my heart. the walls still smell like paint, and the place is sparkling.\ni started off my meal with a cocktail, made with gin, and wonderfully named jude law and a semester abroad. any place that pays homage to my love of my emo days wins stars!\nthen i had the hamachi (yum yum yum but i do wish for more horseradish!). the beets were definitely missing something (bland!). the pork belly was wonderfully done, and the dish was all about composing the perfect bite--i tried to eat the components separately and it just didn't work for me--so it took a bit of work to compose each bite.\n\nto top if off, the dessert with semifreddo and warm chocolate chip cookie sauce... is bananas. literally, there were bananas in it, and was quite the combo. \nnow... if only i could move to that area so this could be my neighborhood eats.",
"I was very excited to come here last night with my friend for dinner. We were greeted by a very friendly hostess, and had an excellent waitress. She suggested that both my friend and I each order all 3 courses, and we happily took her advice and split everything.\n\n1st course: hamachi and oysters...I didn't really like the oyster/bacon combination, but the hamachi was nice and refreshing.\n\n2nd course: Foie gras and scallop noodles. The foie gras was INCREDIBLE. It was so creamy, it melted in your mouth, and the black berries atop each perfect little scoop was amazing compliment, along with the crunchiness of the gingerbread. This was by far my favorite part of the meal :)\n\n3rd course: Pork belly (delicious) and duck (also delicious)\n\nWe were too stuffed for dessert, so I guess I'll just have to come back again to try it. \n\nP.S. The other highlight of the meal was the olive oil you get with your bread. We were trying to figure out what was in it, I still don't know. But it was heaven on a plate."
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"Blech! What is the deal with everyone's love of Bertha Miranda's? I don't get it. Admittedly, I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food anyway, but I have never been impressed with the food or service here, and yet people always claim to love it. I think it's one of those things where everyone SAYS they like it, so you have to say it too so you sound like you know what you're talking about. Which, fortunately, doesn't bother me.\n\nThe ambience of the place is okay, I guess, if you like creepy little mask faces glaring at you while you eat. The exposed brick walls are nice, and there's some folk art that's kind of cool to look at, but man, those little masks freak me out, and you can't get away from them no matter where you sit.\n\nThey bring you chips and salsa as soon as you sit down, and while the chips are hot and fresh, the salsa is that liquid slurry kind with no chunks. I have no idea if that makes it more or less authentic, but if you prefer the pico de gallo kind, be warned.\n\nOn to the food. It just doesn't do anything for me. Everything looks the same, no matter what you order - a flat, greasy landscape of beans and cheese and tortilla. I had a tostada salad here once that was most unimpressive. The meatball soup is decent. The chicken tacos are okay, if not great, but 3/4 of your plate will be filled with a sea of beans and Rice Island, always threatening to encroach on your real food with its beaniness (because who eats that stuff? Nobody I've seen - it's like liquid garnish).\n\nNo matter what I order here, I always seem to end up filling up on chips and salsa, pushing my bean-heaped plate away. Which is why I try not to go if I can help it. I'm sure some will disagree with me, since it's (bizarrely) a local favorite, but I'd go to Chevy's before I'd go to Bertha Miranda's. At least there you won't get into a staring contest with an evil black mask.",
"delicious food, great service, nice airy building, delicious drinks and always more than enough to take home with you and always dancing in the bar if you wait long enough after the dinner rush is over",
"I sorta agree with the reviewer who says \"what's the big deal,\" but regardless, it was nice to find good, real Mexican food instead of canned, frozen factory food. The salsa was home made... the salsa Verde real spicy... the guac was real fresh. The tortillas HAND MADE as was the tamal. Still nothing real spectacular... but none the less, worth going to if you want to escape casino glitz and chain restaurants. I liked the mariachi music though we were there early so that it was not going strong.",
"Very Good authentic Mexican food. The lunch service was friendly and the atmosphere was relaxing. I will go back to try breakfast next.",
"This is hands down the best Mexican place in Reno. It is authentic mexican at its finest. The atmosphere here is relaxing and the service is always fast. The chimichangas are excellent and even the tacos are delicious.",
"Bertha Miranda, hmmm Bertha Miranda. \n\nI think the best I can say it is one of those places that has potential. The building is kind of interesting. It just is off in some way. I find it sort of depressing in it's feel, the lighting is dull as is the service. It is never really bad, just never sparkles. This too follows with the food, never bad, but where is that sparkle?",
"You know, I really like going to Bertha's when I'm in Reno. I know what I'm going to get, there is never any deviation from what I always order. Yes, the salsa is not chunky - but I think the flavor of it is pretty darn good. I always order the tostadas, and you can't go wrong with that. Service is good, top shelf Margaritas are great. \n\nIt isn't like being in the Mission district of San Francisco - but that isn't my expectation. When I go to Reno - I go to Berthas!",
"Being from San Francisco I have some high expectations when it comes to mexican food - unfortunately Bertha Miranda's didn't deliver. The chips were ice cold and the salsa was so-so. My chili relleno and tamale were just ok - smothered in sauce alongside re fried beans and very dry spanish rice. The margaritas were weak - made with too much sour mix and not enough tequila to taste.\n\nNext time I'll go back to Miguel's where the food and drinks are much better",
"yummmmoooo\nbest mexican food in reno!",
"Having gone to Berthas over the years I know the food is good. I went last Sunday, place was slow, it was near lunch. Sit down and had the worst waiter ever. This guy was a total jerk. We were siting for 30 seconds when he came by to take our order . We asked for more time. 3 or 4 minutes later he's back, now we still are looking at the menu. First thing I notice was the prices have soared up. I mean high end prices for mexican food. He again wants to take our order, I ask him if they have carne asada and he says , no , very rude . I point to a dinner with steak and ask him if it's close to carne asada and he says, Rude again...No , it's nothing like it . So I order and I'm looking for something for my daughter and he waves his hand not me like when you want someone to hurry and says ...What else...what else. I look at my daughter and say , do you want to leave and she says ,yes. I ask for the manager he says he's the manager . As I walk out the door I tell the cashier your manager is a jerk is the owner here. She points to a guy next to her. I look at him and tell him what my waiter did . He shrugs his shoulders and laughs...he laughs. I walk out and will never be back again. Go to Miguls better food and much better prices . Owners always there and nice."
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"For some reason, I prefer this KC to the one on 11th, but I don't really remember why. Same simple bubble teas & same vast array of mysterious pastries that I'm too scared to try without the guidance of a veteran. Hooray for cheap sweets!",
"Your average, everyday Chinese bakery...with a selection of Chinese baked goods for all around a dollar or less, you CAN'T go wrong :)\n\nThere is more space in here than some other bakeries, so if you do want to sit down and enjoy your yummy snack, you are able to do so here.",
"Oh man.. mmm.\n\n----------\n\nFOOD: Theyve got crazy good pastries here. When I brought some to work they called them 10,000 calorie pastries. My girl bought me like 3 boxes. i think shes trying to get me fat..\n\nDECOR: Its a small little shop where you walk around picking out items or go to the counter and tell them what you want.\n\nSERVICE: They seemed friendly enough. CASH ONLY, they dont take cards.\n\n----------\n\nWOULD I GO BACK? Darn right! I needs me some awesome pastries and were not talking donuts!",
"I like KC's for a quick cone-shaped sponge cake snack (I love peeling the paper off) and a bubble tea. They use cute bubble tea cups with happy fish and crabs printed on them. The fruit they use is seasonal, but they usually have some kind of melon or mango. I haven't enjoyed their other pastries as much as the sponge cake, so that is what I always stick with.\n\nThe servers are always nice. It is pretty cheap, but cash only.",
"Super yum!!!\n\nThere used to be 2 KC's but I think the one on 11th Street has closed.\nThank goodness the 10th Street location still purveys oodles of freshly baked breads, cakes and sugar-y confections.\n\nThe fried donuts and buns are so good - and when you get them while they're hot - Oh what a treat.\n\nI vote each election at the nearby Chinatown fire department - so I pass buy KC's on my way to work after I vote. I always get a croissant (Chinese style) or a sponge cake \"cone\" wrapped in paper.\n\nIt is decadent to munch away on such a treat while riding the SEPTA bus west on Market.\n\nAnd all for under $1.50!!!!\n\nSign me up!",
"This is my go-to place when I need a sweet bun fix.\n\nEvery time I've been there I've had something great, but the pineapple buns are my favorite. First of all, they're the size of my face. Secondly, they are friggin' awesome! Large and tasty - that's what I'm talkin' about.\n\nIt can get a bit frenetic in there and since all the goods are in cases, you'll have to wait for an employee to open them up and scoop stuff out for you. But it's worth it. Once bite of their morsels and you'll find yourself with eyes closed, moaning out loud about how delish whatever it is you're eating is. At least, I did. \n\nThat's not strange, is it?",
"Stopped in here while walking around and smelled the sweet aroma of baked goods...\n\nI was looking to satisfy my craving for dan ta (egg custard) since I had those a lot when I spent my summer in Shanghai. They had a bunch here for less than a buck. We got 2 egg custards, 1 French style egg custard, 1 coconut bun, 1 sesame bun, 1 peanut butter bun, and a mango tapioca shake.\n\nSo far out of the pastries, I've only tried 1 of the egg custards and the French style one. The French style one was pretty good, but nothing to write home about. The egg custard however was amazing! Since I had amazing egg custard along the streets of Shanghai a few years ago, I've been search for a good place for egg custard here in the US. Even in NYC's Chinatown, the egg custard I got was way subpar to this one. The egg custard here was just FRESH. I savored every bite into this small custard. Had I known it was gunna be this good, I woulda cleared out the tray!\n\nAs for the mango tapioca shake....wowwww! This also is exactly like something I got back in Shanghai. My girlfriend and I had another tapioca shake earlier today and it wasn't bad. This however blew it out of the water. This wasn't milk tea however (not sure if they have it); this was more of a icey/smoothie shake with the tapioca pearls. The mango was sweet, not tart and sour. The pearls were just right too, not too mushy, not too stiff.\n\nCoconut bun for breakfast tomorrow along with the sesame bun (w/ mystery filling)....\n\nI strongly recommend this place to anyone!\n\nAhh, I wanna go back now....",
"One of the many bakeries in Chinatown, this offers a quick, sweet bubble tea, and many pastries. Come after 2p, though, and they're typically out of the hot steamed buns of many sorts (other than the vegetarian ones) and you'll be looking for egg tarts elsewhere.\n\nThey also make custom cakes (which are much less sweet than the average American cake), too, usually topped with glazed fruit. \n\nCash only. A couple small tables, but I'd expect to dine and dash here.",
"Yum! Of the bakeries I've tried in Chinatown, this one is my favorite. The buns taste very fresh and soft. They offer all the typical buns you find including roasted pork, custard, pineapple, red bean, etc. They also serve various cakes and egg tarts. My favorite here was the custard bun and the egg tart ( I still want to try the french style tart). I'll definitely be coming back here for more buns.\n\nEach bun is about 80 cents and the slices of cakes are about $2.50.",
"When i started hanging out in Chinatown, this was the bakery i frequented a lot. I always got pork buns, corn buns, almond danish roll thing (lol), and fried dumpling. I also love their fruit tart & chocolate mousse ! And my dad likes the bubble tea here.\n\nHowever, I stopped going here because I don't know if it's just me but stuff like the pork bun has gotten really salty for my taste.. but still at under $1 for one, it's still a deal."
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"New bar in the Warehouse District, I'm there.... two nights in a row.... I reallly like the concept of Barcadia. They have a respectable selection of draft beers and bottled beers, as well as games! They also have my favorite video game of all Big Buck Hunter, which I don't believe I've ever played pre 4 AM before this weekend. \n\nIn terms of layout they have a big front bar with the larger selection of draft beers, as well as a back bar with a more modest offereing. There are three large rooms as well as two patios for smoking and lounging. Otherwise the place is delightfully smoke free. \n\nAlso, it appears they will soon be offering food, which I will definetly be trying!",
"Went here with my friend last week for the grand opening. CRAZY!!! In a good way of course. It's like a big bar/arcade style gaming room for adults. It does have kind of the college fraternity/sorority vibe to it, but that's ok. It was fun to let loose and act like a youngster again.... I will defintely go back. It's best to go in groups though. Oh, and the bartenders were awesome.",
"So another new bar but with old school video games? Why yes thank you I will play these games and what a nice selection. What a new bar that isn't a pretentious gastropub or craft cocktail emporium that actually has a good selection of beer? Well yes praise baby Jesus bring on some of those cold tasty suds! What more could I possibly desire? Maybe a patio could be nice for when the weather is nice and what a surprise by some miracle they have not one patio but TWO. Well then we just might get along after all Barcadia if you just wouldn't charge $4.50 for Abita Amber as I find $4 is more than a fair price for a LOCAL beer. I also was disappointed that some of the video games stole my quarters and didn't work. This place is also all new and shiny like something that should be in Austin or somewhere in California with people that look like they are from those places so if you're looking for NOLA ambiance this isn't the place.",
"Waited so long for this place to open and finally made it in. Needless to say I was disappointed. I tried to play three games, two took my money and the others controller didn't work. Told the guy at the bar and he said we don't know if nobody tells us. Really? this is your business and you don't stay on top of these things? My friend tried to order a budlight and the bartender said we don't sell them our customers expect a higher class of beer. Really? so why do you have pbr on tap?\n\n So, none of the games I played worked which basically makes the place just a bar. Majorly disappointed and won't be back.",
"This place is cool. I could see adding it to my spots in the Warehouse district. Its big like a nightclub.i The nice vintage pinup calendars on the back bar wall is a nice touch. I love the cushions that caress your kness when you sit at the Bar! Really nice beer by the bottle selection. Mainly a vodka bar.",
"Even though Barcadia is a chain and brand new, I'm going to go ahead a give it four stars. Although, side note, I think this is probably where Shamrock got their business idea.\n\nFirst of all, the place is huge and has a lot going on. In the front room, you have seating, a bar with a pretty decent beer selection and arcade games. Yeah, you heard that right, it has old school arcade games. The middle room is cool too with it's own bar and even more seating. \n\nAnd then there's the back room. Ah, the back room. You go through a magical portal into the back room and magic happens. You gotta see it for yourself. It's the room in the back. Just go through the back door and you're in.\n\nI really dug the atmosphere of the place, even though I saw a few people who would probably be better suited at Metro, but whatever. Of course, I dug the old school pinup calendars and magazine covers that adorned the walls. Barcadia, you totally stole my future bar/restaurant/antique store (patent pending) decorating idea!\n\nWord on the street (and when I say street, I mean that little pathway you walk up to get into Barcadia) is that they will be serving burgers and other food soon, so I will definitely have to go back and write a review of the food.",
"I know these types of bars are popping up in a lot of areas, but they are still fun. \n\nThis particular place is huge. 3 rooms and a covered outdoor area. The front room is the main bar with a bunch of video games and some pinball. The middle room is just a bar and the backroom has stuff like air hockey, foos ball and ski ball. Maybe the coolest thing was the giant jenga blocks. Just a bunch of 2x4s cut to size, but you'd be amazed at how fun that is to play and even watch at a bar. Great idea. \n\nThey had a great selection of beers on tap, which always helps. The music was all over the place, but in a good way. They played a great selection of 80s rock (Motley Crue, Van Halen, etc), mixed in some classic dance stuff (michael jackson and the like) and threw in a good amount of new stuff. \n\nAll in all, a cool spot. I could see the video game portion getting old, but its a fun place for a group of people.",
"The concept of Barcadia is pretty cool. Combining a fancy space, decent beer selection and old school arcade games is a great idea. The problem with a great idea is that it attracts giant crowds. While that is good for business, it wasn't good for my experience.\n\nWhen I first passed by there was a line snaking out of the door. I didn't feel like waiting so I grabbed a few drinks at Vick's. When the line died down I made my way inside. Barcadia is separated into several different rooms; each with its own feel.\n\nThe front room had games and more of a club feel. I didn't notice an official dance floor, but people were trying to dance which made navigating the crowd difficult. The middle room was more of a laid back vibe with its own bar and classic pinup images from Titter Magazine.\n\nThe rear room is where I was a little surprised. The room had a large dance floor, large bar and several sitting areas. While looking around the room I noticed that the room was very clean, very well decorated and filled with mostly men. Many of the men seemed very interested in me, which was flattering, but I decided a return to the front room was in order.\n\nI think Barcadia can be a cool place to hang out, but only if the crowds die down. It might be better to visit during the week.",
"The worst bar in New Orleans.\n\nWashed up fraternity bro? Come here.\n\nGood luck getting service. Seriously. You're in my prayers.",
"Barcadia was our first stop out Saturday night. I have to say, in keeping with my 4 stars, \"Yay!, I'm a fan.\" At 8 pm it certainly wasn't over crowded, it was comfortable. Experienced no difficulty getting to the bar and being served. Their selection on tap is decent. \n\nLots of arcade games to choose from, and only a quarter, sold! Now, I am no arcade connoisseaur, but I enjoyed playing Frogger and pinball. I am a sucker for a pinball machine!\n\nI saw some of the food going out. While I didn't have a chance to try it, I did see a burger with a fried egg on top and it atleast looked delicious! \n\nI expect I'll visit Barcadia again. Not sure I'll put it in my constant rotation, but a trip now and then would be worth it. I think this would be an excellent rainy day drinking venue filled with video games, beers, and laughter."
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"I stopped by this morning to \"take\" an espresso and I am excited to say that there is finally a coffee that matches if not surpasses La Colombe. I travel to Abruzzo at least twice a year and I can tell you that this place is 100% authentic and is made from true Italian passion. If you want to go to Italy without taking a nine hour flight just walk through the door. To the owners I say grazie for bringing this amazing café to Philadelphia! I can't wait to come back for dinner!\n\nUpdate: I visited Gran Caffee a second time for dinner and it exceeded my expectations. They have arrosticinni. If your born in Italy you may not know what this is because it is only from the region of Abruzzo. It was amazing and to date except for one restaurant in New York I have never found arrosticinni anywhere.",
"Best Gelato in the world! Also, there is an amazing atmosphere. This is something Philly has never seen before!!",
"Really poor service and over priced for what you get. The food is fine but the service is really abysmal. They do not seem excited to be there and overcharged for extra beverages that were not ordered. I would save some money and go to pietros for better service and food.",
"This place is just like being in Italy (the food), but not like being in Italy (the service). We wandered in on their 4th or 5th night opening for some drinks. Getting seated was a bit awkward. There was a group of servers standing at the back, not doing anything and I mentioned we'd like to drink some wine. The one server told us we could stand at the counter to drink wine...like they do in Italy. This is true, however, I wasn't in the mood to pay $$ for wine and stand and drink it after working. I said we'd have some snacks too so they let us sit at one of the high top tables.\n\nThose tables are...high. Seriously high. You will have to sit up straight and engage all of your core muscles and hold your arms up too. The menu is really extensive. They have so many drinks, wines, and food. Many of the entrees feature the addition of savory gelatos. I didn't try any on this visit, but that's not something you'll see anywhere else in Philly, so I plan on checking it out. \n\nThe melanzanna/ eggplant parm is heavenly. Omg so perfect. I could have eaten like 5 of them. The bread and oil is delicious. The dessert was amazing! We got lavender panna cotta and rum coconut gelato. Holy shit, these were good. The chef is apparently some type of world gelato champion, and once you taste it, you will totally believe it. Yes, I've been to Italy many times, and this compares and surpasses. We also went to the front and sampled many of the flavors. This guy knows what he's doing!\n\nOn to the service. The waiters were so nice! Seriously. However, it was a bit overbearing. There were 3 people at our table around half of the 2 hours that we were there. The wine presentation was overdone by 2 people and the cork broke. I know that means the cork was dry, but that was not mentioned. I'm sure this might just be ironing out the kinks of a new restaurant. \n\nTotally go here for the food! You will not be sorry. It's next level.",
"We stopped in for a quick coffee and were instantly transported to Italy. Owners were friendly, excited to have us sample their gelato. As soon as I tasted the pistachio sample I could tell it was different. It was creamier and more flavorful than others I've had (except for those I've enjoyed in Italy). The space - beautifully designed with great attention to detail, we look forward to returning for lunch and dinner. This cafe/restaurant deserves to be supported. I hope that when we return, we'll be disappointed by the long wait.",
"I've been passing this place on my way to work over the past few months and have been pretty curious about what was going on inside. Comically, it seems that the scaffolding has shed its way from this building on to the adjacent properties. From what I gathered about the information they had posted on the windows, I thought the place was going to be a regular coffee/ice cream place. Man, was I wrong. \n\nWalking inside, I was immediately impressed by the modern design cues. It's really impressive, but there isn't a lot of seating. I hear they are going to be opening a second floor, so hopefully that alleviates that issue. I only stopped in for a cup of coffee, but ended up treating myself to some of their alcohol infused gelato as well (the mojito one). It was surprisingly excellent. After seeing those skewers another reviewer posted, I think I'll be heading back soon to try those out. If you find yourself stopping by, I recommend the Napoli blend of Coffee. It really got my heart pumping and had an amazing taste to it. \n\nI can't really speak to the quality, but it LOOKS like they have some really authentic toasted italian panini. The menu is also surprisingly large, but it seems to be focused primarly on small plate tapa style meals. I think I'll have to build up the courage to try one of the gelato meal pairings. \n\nBottom line: this place is carb heaven. \n\nI do agree with other reviewers that it was a bit odd that there were a lot of waiters for the relatively small space. Maybe because they just opened? I'll be back, and I will be ordering more gelato. Maybe I'll try the saffron?",
"I'm so glad I accidentally stumbled upon this place on my way out of work yesterday. I don't think my life will ever be the same again. \n\nAs someone who grew up in Europe, I get a bit nostalgic at times, and I could not have been more excited to find out that a piece of Italy has made its way across the Atlantic Ocean and nestled itself on Chestnut Street between Sephora and the music store. \n\nEntering this establishment, I was greeted by (a hostess, but also) a delicious looking assortment of gelato. I hear some flavors are spiked, which I'm really excited to try. If it weren't so cold outside, I would have been compelled to clean out this entire gelato section myself. However, since it was cold and I already had dinner, I decided to add a nice finish to my evening by sipping some hot, aromatic Italian coffee along with bites of their delicious pastries. \n\nThough I wish I could have sampled everything, I only got to try the lavender panna cotta and white chocolate bread pudding. However, both were heavenly and well-balanced in both flavor and texture. You can be sure that I will be back to try every single item at this establishment - whether it is for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a late night glass of wine. Very solid execution in product quality, concept, and service.",
"The gelato here is INSANE. Kinderino and Bacio are everything you never knew you wanted in your life, promise you. Can you marry desserts? I would and we would live a great polygamist life together...for about three seconds and then I would be a widow because there is no way I could not eat them. Pastries were also pretty good. Price were a bit steep but I wasn't mad at my bill once my belly was filled with this places great offerings.",
"I parked and immediately noticed a new kid on the block. God damn am I glad I came in! \n\nCappuccino is amazing. According to the owner (these guys just opened last week), they started this place with a guy who was voted #1 cafe in Italy before an earthquake wrecked the store. Normally I'd scream bullshit, but I think these guys are legit.",
"Note: this review is for the gelato only. I found this place by accident when walking in Center City Philadelphia. As someone who studied in Italy, I am always on the search for good gelato. I am so happy this place opened! I used to frequent capogiro but prefer this place's gelato and find the flavor selection better, too. The gelato is slightly more expensive but is worth it. The atmosphere for the gelato/coffee area downstairs is great and I would highly recommend this cafe for anyone looking for gelato or coffee. \n\nI will return to try the full restaurant upstairs!"
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"Great breakfast menu. Their Greek food is as good as any Greek restaurant.",
"Best breakfast in pinellas county. My grandparents were going to this place back in the 70s. This place flat out rocks and always has great food and service. The best breakfast period!",
"Nice little family run restaurant. Nice breakfast or lunch. I like the shaded patio where you can enjoy a meal in the fresh air. Manager is very polite and attentive staff. I particularly love the Greek salad with grilled chicken. Good prices.",
"Great breakfast, gyro's, Greek salad.",
"We tried this place because it had a 4-star rating on Yelp. This place does not deserve 4 stars!\n\nAlthough the service was friendly, the food is mediocre at best. The Greek salad I ordered was below average. The lettuce was exclusively iceberg, which isn't uncommon and nothing was rotten, frozen, or too old, but there was nothing great. The potato salad was yummy and the Greek dressing, which they served in a plastic cup, was pretty good. The scary parts were the mushy peperoncini, the tasteless cucumber slices (2), and the olives. Olives on a Greek salad are supposed to be Kalamata, they're also generally a purple color. The olives on my salad were black. BLACK! They were also smushy & pretty gross overall. \n\nI also ordered a spinach pie. It had clearly been cooked in a microwave. It was chewy & bland & icky.\n\nThe place was clean and, like I said, the people were very nice, but I don't think I'll ever go back.",
"Microwaved spinach pie is gross and that is what they serve. You can't eat it until the center cools and by that time the phyllo is as hard as a rock. They ovens don't they? I mean, they are supposed to cook the food right? I can buy frozen food and put it in the microwave at home. Next time I want spinach pie I am going to Publix.",
"Average food at cheap prices. Waitress not friendly. Don't order tuna, crab or chicken salad-it make me very sick. Vomiting and diarrhea for days.",
"Good diner food. Yummy BLT and fries.",
"Don't you just love family-owned establishments? People that really care about their craft and they do it really well. The Venus is just that. This is a small family diner with a lot of character. I've had nothing but good experiences here. Yes, it's typical diner food but there's something about it that makes it extra special. Just a note: The prices are amazing here. \n\nTheir homemade falafel was AMAZING. Super moist yet crunchy on the outside. It came with fresh/creamy tzatziki sauce that just put it over the top. We ordered lamb gyros along side a huge Greek salad. The lamb was very tender and seasoned well. And not to mention it came on a nice big toasty piece of pita bread. There's nothing like it. \n\nI'll definitely continue to come back here. Everyone has been nothing but friendly. (If you're unsure of what you want -- ask for tastings! They will gladly give you a sample of the food. I recommend doing this for their soups.) The service is great, atmosphere is relaxed and the food... yummy.",
"Proper Greek salad and great service."
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"Cozy, clean and nice atmosphere. The food was excellent; especially the coconut soup. A little pricey, but typical for this area. You can taste that they use quality ingredients. I am looking forward to trying their pancakes next time. The corn fritters and the Aussie club sandwich were very tasty too!",
"I'd been checking out SoBro Cafe's progression over the summer and I was excited for a new cafe in the area.\n\nThe interesting thing they do (which I think they don't market enough) are Dutch pancakes (called 'Pannekoken'). They are like French crepes, but a little thicker. \n\nThey have a few savory and a few sweet (some nutella, some fruit). \n\nI'd read their Thai Coconut Soup was very good and they actively advertise their chai, so I had both of those. I really did like the chai. It had a bit of spice and was generally very good (I'm Indian and I am used to real masala chai...it's not the same as that, but their version is very nice!).\n\nThe Thai Coconut soup was really nice. It was a thin, coconut-based broth with chicked and corn. It had a touch of heat (I like things really spicy and people tell me my the things I find mild are spicy for them, so be careful if you really can't take spicy food). The only think I really wished for, and this is me, is a few fresh jalapeno slices. I think that would have made the soup perfect (if you're reading SoBro Cafe, consider offering it!).\n\nI had two of the pannekonen: a savory mushroom (with cheese, corn, sauteed mushroom and garnished with avocado and tomato) and the golden monkey (peanut butter, banana, and honey). \n\nI thought the savory one needed some more flavor. Maybe if it was made with pepperjack cheese or even another more strongly-flavored cheese. I kept wishing for some kind of sauce or something. But I ate the whole thing, so you know...\n\nI *loved* the golden monkey!! It wasn't glopped up with too much peanut butter, had lots of perfectly ripe banana, and a drizzle of honey. I think it would be perfect after workout food :)\n\nOverall, the prices were really good. Two small chais, two pannekonen, and the soup were less than $20, actually it was $17.88.. \n\nI like it! Check it out!",
"Great Menu, super friendly staff, and awesome local art on the walls. They were even amazingly nice to my 4 year old daughter! Great addition to the neighborhood!",
"Great new eats in MKN. Good food and comfortable environment. Good prices. Try it and see for yourself. Love the Thai Coconut Curry soup.",
"SoBro Cafe opened only recently, but I have already visited it twice. Initially attracted by the promise of pannenkoeken (Dutch pancakes), I came to appreciate the full cafe and menu. So far I had the Original Dutch Pancake, which is delicious (and indeed tastes like a real pannenkoek), and the Nutella-Banana Pancake, which simply is scrumptious. I have only tried one sandwich so far, the Tunesian Tuna Melt (though I have it without cheese), and it is amazing. So fresh, so tasty, and that little kick of the harrisa.The Corn Fritters were also sublime, including the two spicy dips, as was the Chai. Only the Thai Coconut Soup fell a bit flat.\n\nSoBro provides extremely fresh, (fairly) healthy, and original lunch food, which is rare in Indy. The personnel is really friendly and enthusiastic , which makes the whole experience even more pleasant. If you haven't done so, visit them soon! We don't want to loose this one!",
"Awesome food, prices were $7-$10 for sandwiches, and the waitress gave us free chai to try. I had the pulled pork and the sweet potato fries. They were all very good! I will definitely come back for dinner!",
"Went on a Sunday at 1:30pm. Nice location. Small, bright and inviting dining room. After reading the very well thought-out menu, our party was excited to order. The coffee was decent but the \"large\" chai ($4) was small (7oz), barely warm and not all that good. We asked the waitress if that was a large and she said yes. Hmm. \"What is the quiche of the day?\" - \"We're out. We need to adjust how many we make.\" Ditto on the biscuits and gravy. Sad faces all around. We acknowledged that we came at the end of brunch and order the Lebanese Eggs (scrambled eggs with lemon and mint, served with home potatoes and toast) a pannekoken, and some egg and cheese sandwiches. The wait was a little on the long side but we didn't mind because we had time and we had started with some really great corn cakes (these guys give Maxine's corn cakes some competition). We wait. We wait. The wait staff is super friendly and keeps the coffee and water flowing (Although someone should get these folks a bigger water carafe! It's about 20oz and the waiters can't fill more than a few glasses without a return trip to refill it). We wait. The waiters wait. We start to wonder why, what is essentially short order food- eggs, is taking so long. Then, when the food does leave the kitchen there are issues. The Lebenese eggs are delicious but the potatoes are dry and overcooked. The egg and cheese sandwiches (all three of them) are missing the fixings described in the menu (avocado, tomato and lettuce)- the waitress was quick telling the kitchen but the kitchen was so slow to get the fixings out that the egg and cheese sandwiches went cold. Most of the table had finished eating by the time the fixings for the sandwiches arrived. We had no issues with the Pannekoken- The Pannekoken was delicious, left me wanting more and is the reason why I will go back and give this restaurant another try... just not on a Sunday at brunch time.",
"I started this review a couple of days ago and abruptly stopped;can't remember why;oh well.We went in a few weeks back and found it to be a charming and cozy little joint.We got there on their busiest day to date.But Joseph, the manager made everyone feel at ease by walking around and chatting the crowd up.when I saw on the menu that Jenxie was in the kitchen I knew we were in good hands. She has quite a reputation for vegan and vegetarian food in Indy.Between the three of us we had a grilled cheese, the Popeye pancake, bean soup, Thai Coconut soup and large salad with tempeh. Where else can you find tempeh in South broad Ripple. The consensus was: the grilled cheese with delicious, the pancake was good, the bean soup was the best she had ever eaten, Thai Coconut soup was delicious but the stuff inside to me was superfluous. The salad was good size and the tempeh was well prepared. Oh and the tahini lemon dressing was as good as it was unique. Gotta go back and try their veggie burger and their pulled pork.And Sun-king beers are only 4 bucks.UPDATE:Went back for a Good Burger and Chai.Being a carnivore I'm hardly an expert on Veggie burgers;but I have tried several and most of them had an almost gummy texture;but not this one.At the first bite I thought I was biting into an Angus burger.From the fresh greens and sprouts to the buttery avocado and home made mayo it was a total Wow.I further suggest a side of their house made ketchup for the potato chips.As for the tea I've never had Chai before so I wasn't sure what to expect;boy my mouth has never been so surprised.From the initial sweetness through the cinnamon and cardamon to the final jolt of clove it was incredible.It's making me rethink my Earle Grey.I'm adding a fifth star;and with all other reviews that agree if you haven't been there;why not?",
"Small and super cute with a great menu. Some dishes are fantastic (try the quiche or mushroom pancakes) and others (like the french toast) leave much to be desired. I would definitely try the West Indies Scramble. The interior is very cute with local art and there is a great outdoor patio. The service is always REALLY slow so make sure you have a couple hours free if you plan to go, but the food and cuteness make it worth it. UPDATE: SoBro recently updated their menu and it is better than before. Love this place!",
"This place is awesome. They have only been open for two months (as of this writing), yet they have the charm, refinement, and quality of a much more mature restaurant. The prices are VERY good, the quality is suburb, and the help is awesome. Indy needs more places like this. \n\nTheir owner is from the Netherlands, and I would recommend the desert Netherlands pancake things they have. They were really great! \n\nI will be going back frequently to support this place and to enjoy their great food, especially for breakfast, which will be awesome!"
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"The Girly and I have been very excitedly awaiting the opening of this business since we first saw the sign on what used to be various Seafood stores.\n\nFinally, instead of going to Muses, the Girly and I decided to support this small business. We never see any cars there so wanted to give them a try and maybe help them out with a review.\n\nLike the old saying goes, no good deed goes unpunished. \n\nWe walked in and there was just an elderly gentleman sitting there. No one at the counter or anything. Once he got over his shock, he made his way to the counter and got us 1(one) menu and we found a place to sit.\n\nAfter a while, we were eventually greeted by the owner who asked us what we wanted. I started off with a drink order and that seemed to surprise her. After finding out pretty much everything was bottled (even the tea), we settled on just tap water. It took longer to order than usual because I had a hard time hearing the VERY quiet women over the sounds of a VERY loud TV playing Martin reruns. But eventually we made it through it. \n\nWe ordered the gator balls, and shrimp plate with a side of roti. \nNow I've had a lot of gator and I've had a lot of shrimp and I've had a crap-ton of roti. To say these were bad versions of the food would be a great big juicy lie. \n\nThese were terrible. Like, if your weird cousin went for a shopping spree in the frozen food isle at Save-A-Lot and bought the cheapest brands of everything and then cooked them without checking the directions on the bags (P.S. Your weird cousin can't actually cook so that's not the way to do things). \n\nI'm going to have to guess that they have 1 fryer going, and cooked everything the same temp, because the gator balls were liquid on the inside and the one piece of meat The Girly found was too hard for her to cut through, while the almost black shrimp (the largest of which were smaller than a child's thumb), were tough and chewy and filled with oil. When you bite into them, they squirt cooking oil all over your mouth. Whatever you do, don't drink cold stuff after, it will make a coating of solid fat all over the inside of your mouth.\n\nI stopped after half my gator ball and ate maybe 4 shrimp (most so small they were smaller than the width of the fork. Some were 2 tines thick...we're talking bait for minnows here). Even The Girly, who HATES to leave food and has eaten bad food in the past just to not hurt people's feelings, could not and would not continue eating. \n\nThe roti was crumpled and shoved in a bowl and was undercooked. Instead of flaky and crisp (Like she described it to us), it was doughy and half raw and oily.\n\nEverything was served in what looked like family dishes and not commercial plates. This would be charming if the plates didn't look like they were bought at dollar tree.\n\nAs I paid, the woman who runs/owns the place asked me how the food was, I tried not to answer and just tried to pay. She asked again (Should have let it go).\nSo I told her. \nI also told her we left most of the food (We didn't eat 1/10th of the food) on our plates because it was so bad.\nShe said, \"Sorry you didn't like the food.\" and handed me the bill. \n\nI wouldn't recommend this food to anyone. I wish I could help support this business but in all honesty, I'm more worried about people getting sick from eating there. The Girly is sick to her stomach now and I, luckily enough, purged once we made it home. \nI love Pepto. \nIt's a life-saver. \n\nWhile I am all about small businesses, I got the same general impression of un-caring or inability to run a business that I got from Catylynn's :http://www.yelp.com/biz/catelynns-family-restaurant-terrytown?ylist=not-if-you-paid-me-to-go-new-orleans\n\nWorst part? I LOVE Caribbean food. I didn't recognize any of that as Caribbean food. Just nasty stuff. \n\nUnless almost everything changes, I give this place 4 months, tops.",
"This place is great!\n\nWas my first time eating Trinidadian food, and I will be back, for sure.\n\nI started with a double, which was so good I could have eaten an entire dinner of them. (If you don't know, it's an appetizer made of chick peas inside 2 fluffy fried bread patties in a nice sauce and sweetened with what tasted like tamarind).\n\nNext I had the oxtails with rice and peas and some plantains added on.\nEverything was perfect, lovely textures, flavors, and spices. \n\nNadine and Q were kind and charming. There was a good reggae soundtrack on, and at the end, Q even gave me a pretty glass bird as a keepsake.\n\nHonestly though, the food was so good, that's reason enough to come back, but the restaurant is spotless and colorful and has a very homey feeling. \n\nA true owner operated gem.\n\nPS. put the address directly into your map app as, at time of review, the business doesn't come up, but the address in GoogleMaps got me there straight.\n\nPPS. I couldn't disagree more with the negative review here, my experience was 100% different. Everything was cooked perfectly, and the presentation was very professional. I loved how down home I felt in this place, and everyone was very friendly. Go and find out for yourself!",
"Tried this place for the first time today. It's located next to \"Cafe 615\" just to give you a landmark. The owner was very nice and friendly. I was taking out, so she quickly came to take my order. I ordered the jerk chicken, which was amazing. Tasted like it was actually cooked on a outdoor grill and had a true jerk taste to it. Just like in Jamica. And it had a great jerk/spice sauce on type. Warning it good and spicy! Also ordered the curried goat (which was just ok) and the oxtails ( which were small, but had great flavor). Peas and rice were a little bland and needed more coconut milk, but good. But the plaintens were amazing!! All in all so happy to have this place on Westbank and cannot wait to go back! Reasonably price, just wish I could order A whole jerk chicken.",
"I just now stopped in and got doubles to go, so unfortunately I haven't sampled the entire menu. \n\nThe doubles are fantastic! Hearty, spicy, soft, and sweet all at the same time. And only two dollars! I ate two and am completely satisfied. Can't beat a tasty $4 lunch! I worked in Trinidad for a few months about five years ago, and I've been missing doubles since. I'm so excited that we now have an authentic Trini place in the Nola area!! Perfect! \n\nThe owner was pleasant, ambiance/decor was casual, and they even had a full bar. \n\nI'll be back for sure; I'm looking forward to trying more of the menu!",
"Excellent! They took such great care of us. Just make sure you ask for the native hot if you're looking for the real fire wings. Everything was so good. Can't wait to come back",
"I am originally from Trinidad so was happy to see a new T&T restaurant in Nola. First had their curry goat roti, with potato and chick peas. Awesome.\n\nThey also claim to have a local T&T specialty: doubles made fresh to order. \n\nI will have to go back to try the doubles: a unique specialty from T&T that is the first thing I always have off the plane when visiting Trinidad.\n\n2016 07 22- Update. I was in the restaurant to partake of the fresh-to-order doubles. The doubles were the best I have had outside Trinidad. On top of that I was given the keys to their secret doubles offerings. For a unique specialty like the doubles the secret offerings are surprisingly innovative. \n\nAdditionally, I heard another claim that they prepare another Trinidad specialty: pineapple chow.\n\n2017 07- Meaning to mention the Ox-Tails and Jerk Chicken. Two other excellent meat options. The Jerk chicken is spicy-tangy goodness and first prize at the Jerk Festival on two occasions. The Ox-Tail is long-slow braised and fall of the bone tender, rivaling any other part of the cow.",
"To quote my 9 year old daughter. ..YUM!!!! Seriously delicious. We started with Doubles with its hidden heat. My daughters had fried fish with buss-up shotroti and fried shrimp with crawfish fettucine. My wife went with the jerk chicken. I was the brave one and chose the ox tail. Totally worth it. We will be coming back.",
"Had my first doubles today. Delicious. Described to me as a chickpea sandwich on this incredible light fried bread. Got mine dressed with the mango chutney and peppers. Slightly sweet, not too spicy (won't burn your mouth, but will make your nose run) and a flavor like nothing I've ever had. At $2 each, they're a steal! The ladies working when I went (midday on a Saturday) were so kind. I sat at the bar where you can see into the cooking area, and they eagerly answered my questions and chatted. I felt they appreciated my business. I'll definitely go back, and bring the hubby. A little island escape in Gretna!",
"Authentic. Legit. Perfect for takeout.\nStopped here recently and was pleasantly surprised. Thrilled to see a new place with T&T dishes!",
"Great little spot. Been passing by all the time. Finally stopped in. Wings and jerk chicken were the best."
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"Beets are amazing, the addition of chocolate takes this dish to the next level. Wine selection is wonderful. Attention to detail in the dining room and bar provide a great atmosphere. Will be back for more!",
"Fantastic food and attentive service. Great atmosphere highly recommend!!!\n\nThe fried squash blossoms were the BEST I've ever had amazing flavor. The fish with sweet potato mash and beets was melt in your mouth good. The daquari was nice and strong!",
"We had a wonderful dinner and dessert. It was a pleasant surprise in NOLA. Even if you just want a good cocktail out on the balcony upstairs you should go.",
"Very good and very interesting. Will definitely be back! Way more than just dessert. Sliderettes were wonderful as were the fried pickles.",
"Super friendly staff, gorgeous space, outstanding ambience. Desserts were beautiful, fresh and presented well. Would return to New Orleans just to come back here!",
"Salon by Sucre is perfection. Our dinner was absolutely outstanding, and we've been back twice already for drinks and lunch. The staff are amazing- so attentive, professional, accommodating, and positive. The food was even more incredible than I could have imagined. The presentation of the food along was artwork, and it tasted just as good (if not better) than it looked. The ambiance of the restaurant was so elegant, and the decor is perfect. The French Quarter desperately needed a fresh restaurant like Salon by Sucre, and I am so grateful that it opened. We ordered the fish of the day, which was outstanding ( I don't even like fish, and I couldn't stop stealing bites from my mom's plate). The charcuterie and cheese plate were both out of this world, and the steak tartare was beautifully presented and delicious. Our cocktails were amazing, too- best Old Fashioned I've had in a while. I loved every aspect of this restaurant and already know I will be a regular here without a doubt. \nOur server, Paige, is amazing. We loved her energy and the fact that she recognized us again when we came back the next day. She seems so grateful and happy to work at Salon by Sucre, and that spirit made our experience there even more amazing.",
"What a gem. Probably one of the nicest locations in the French Quarter. We had lunch on the balcony... Food was fantastic, and the service was great. \n\nThe lunch menu is brief, but delicious and we were pleasantly surprised with an amuse buche of fried squash blossom. The cocktails were inventive and fresh. I enjoyed a \"spank and tickle\", which was made with a hot pepper infused liquor and passion fruit juice, while the ladies enjoyed champagne cocktails. \n\nBeing that this restaurant was born from a dessert establishment, we did not pass on desserts. The lunch dessert menu was the same size as the savory lunch menu and we enjoyed the chocolate cremeaux and orange blossom panna cotta with strawberry gelato.\n\nIt was a great overall experience. We received wonderful personal attention and with a light lunch crowd on a Thursday at noon, the chef was able to come and talk to us about the specialty foods.",
"Huge thanks to Beth, Reggie, and everyone at Salon at Sucre for being so personable and welcoming, and for becoming our go-to during JazzFest! People, we spent seven and a half hours there on Sunday, starting with a long lunch and continuing on the balcony and at the bar. It was THAT pleasant. Friends came and went; you know how it goes. The tea cocktails are amazing, and I don't even really like tea. The food - fantastic. And yes, the view and location. We came back again and again. We look forward to doing so next year.",
"I would like to start by saying I have been a HUGE fan of Sucré for years, and have been awaiting the Salon's opening for months. \n\nI'll start with the positives from my experience. Beautiful decor, polite staff, amazing balcony, and quite safe and quiet for the french quarter. \n\nOn the downside: I felt the servers were WAY too stiff, and were trying so hard to be polite and formal that each encounter was more awkward than the last. The menu is much more limited than I expected, as were the cocktails. My biggest issue was some of the food. Don't get me wrong, it was delicious, but I paid $24 for a handful of frites with aoli and caviar. I have never seen caviar used as a garnish, and as much as I love caviar, I would rather have it on the side so I can enjoy it. Mixed into a sauce, I could only appreciate the saltiness of the eggs. The other items were equally small portions and heart stopping prices. \n\nMy party was looking forward to dessert, but after the tiny portions of our meals, we opted to walk downstairs to the cafe for dessert. \n\nOverall, great atmosphere, location, and decor, but I feel they were trying too hard and, in the process, did not realize when to leave good enough alone.",
"Very nice atmosphere. Tonight was a beautiful breezy night, perfect for having dessert out on their balcony. Our server was very nice and kindly explained the desserts. A bit tricky to get here, the google map showed us a route that went across bourbon st which I didn't notice until it was too late. Best way to get here is from canal and turn on N peters. We parked on Decatur, not too bad a walk. \n\nThe Tchoupitulous coffee was very good and the espresso was great too! There is a very decent selection of wine, desserts, and small plates. My friend tried the lamb slider which she said was ok. The lamb slider is made of ground lamb. For dessert we tried Mille Feuille, Affogato, cake, panna cotta and vacharin. All pretty tasty and beautiful presentation. You can tell a lot of thought went into the flavors and the plating. Floral influence. Highly recommend it! Will come again for the small plates."
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"Stern's Wharf and the beach along Cabrillo is a nice stretch of palm trees and sand. Catch people playing volleyball, rollerblading and cute boys skating their hearts out in the skate park.",
"This is for the wharf as a whole. Beautiful!!! Fishing at the end of the wharf is pretty common and nice to see. Beautiful views of the islands or the mountains. Shops and restaurants that aren't overly tacky and touristy. Highly recommended.",
"It's got everything you'd want in a wharf. Beautiful scenery, white sand beach stretched as far as you can see on both sides, beautiful green mountains in the background and some souvenir shops and bunch of seafood restaurants (you wouldn't want anything else here anyway), and a pretty nice long pier to walk on. They also offer whale watching or scenic boat rides if you wish or you can just sit and people watch at numerous benches placed for visitors. If you want to drive straight up there you can but you'll have to cough up some $$. You can park outside and walk in, no problem. It gets windy and/or chilly sometimes so be ready with a jacket or cover ups and no winers allowed if you are concerned about your hair.",
"Santa Barbara is a beautiful city and Stearns Wharf definitely adds to its beauty. What's strange to me is that right when you enter the wharf area, the place smells really, really nasty. Like it's the ocean smell plus rusty metal nasty. But that's ok because after reaching the end of the pier you will realize you can't smell it anymore. \n\nAnyway, the wharf reminds me of Santa Monica because it also has shops and restaurants...but no games. That's ok because that means I won't waste money trying to win stuffed animals to add to my collection.\n\nPeople love to fish at the wharf and they are all very relaxed and friendly.\n\nIf you ever visit Stearns, definitely try SB Shellfish Company...it's delicious and pretty cheap!",
"This is a lovely place to walk along. A nice pier with great views of the beach and sea and boats.\n\n\n At the bottom of the pier are many little souvenir shops selling postcards, ornaments, t shirts, pens etc. The prices are really good too and you can find some pretty unusual stuff for presents/ gifts.\n\n\n There is a wine tasting place and a few restaurants but we just had fish and chips (or rather what we know as crisps) and watched the world go by.\n\n\n Lovely",
"I tend to find myself visiting the pier with guests as part of an aimless wander along the beach or downtown. At risk of sounding like a know-it-all, I will mention that Stearns Wharf is the official name of the pier. It's located at the end of State Street, the main drag downtown, making it easy to continue an amble down the street and onto the pier. If you find yourself on State Street and can't manage the walk down to the pier, you can hop on an electric trolly. Last time I checked this only cost 25 cents. The price could have gone up a bit, but it's still going to be pretty cheap. There is also parking available on the pier for $1.50 per hour.\nLike most touristy piers it has the ice cream, candy, and souvenir stores, plus the obligatory seafood restaurants (I recommend Longboards). However, it's not on the scale of say, Pier 39 in San Francisco. Also located on the pier is the Ty Warner Sea Center.\nIf you don't feel like spending money, you can simply enjoy the view of the Channel Islands, harbor, city, and mountains. If you're lucky, you might spot a whale or dolphin.\nIn all, it's worth a stop, but don't plan on spending a whole day there.",
"I really really expected more from this place since it's supposedly one of the \"popular tourist attractions\" in Santa Barbara. Honestly, there's really not much to see up on this wooden glorified pier!! There's a few restaurants and small shops but that's about it. It cannot compare to Pier 39 in San Francisco or Fisherman's Wharf up in Monterey Bay. Heck, it can't even compare to Santa Monica Pier! I guess it's worth the walk up at least once on your trip, but you'll be finished in 10-15 minutes max.",
"Wow, I love wharfs- a grandiose extension into the vast oceans, amazing its visitors with it's impressive strength above tumultous tides, more than ready to serve a hot sourdough cup of clam chowder! (sigh)\n\nAnd THIS is not a one. But unknownst to Santa Barbara tourists! This itty bitty, teeny tiny, strip of wood calls itself Stearn's Wharf.\n\n4 stars? 5 stars? Then you're probably living in a little bubble I'd like to call Southern California, try SF's Pier 39.\n\nOh big whoop.",
"if you've been to other piers, you'll know that this one is disappointing. though parking is free, drive over at your own risk - it just looks unsafe for cars. \n\nThere's not real much out here. yeah there are a few seafood place and a couple of useless trinket stores and even a little museum about the ocean, but not enough attraction to put on any tourists' to-do list.",
"Great place to people watch; tons of characters from skate kids, to hippies, to tourists, to yuppies. It was really fun watching the eclectic array of people. The local fisherman were really nice and allowed me to photograph them and carried nice conversation about their day. Seeing as how SB is totally chill on things to do I would add this as a highlight. I had a good time and enjoyed a lovely dinner on the pier as the sunset and the boats came to shore. Fun day with a good friend or a romantic date or a relaxing evening with the family."
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"Without alchohol it was $160 for two of us saving the 3 course meal (5 courses possible). If you're cost-conscious you sure don't do it often, but once a year it's splendid. The food is unique and delicious, the portions small enough that we weren't bloated, The view out over Rittenhouse square glowing with Christmas lights was wonderful, and the staff were attentive without cloying. Splendid all the way.",
"I have been lucky enough to eat at Lacroix THREE times in my life. The food is so good that I'm glad I don't live nearby, otherwise I'd find some way to eat here regularly... like by mugging little old ladies out walking their yorkshire terriers in Rittenhouse Square or something. Even if I could afford to eat here more than once a year, I wouldn't want to. The food is so fantastic that I just wouldn't want it to become \"normal\" or a regular part of my routine. \n\nI've had a 4 course tasting menu each time I've been, and the food is so excellent that I've braved new things, such as skate. The way it works is that it's all a tasting menu. You just choose how many courses you want and then you can pick from anything on the menu and put it in any order. The staff is happy to assist you in avoiding ruining your meal by doing things like suggesting you not order three plates of heavy meat in a row, but perhaps alternating with a light soup or salad along the way. \n\nThe service is impeccable... Top notch. I think what I love about the service is that they don't assume you know everything about food or strange ingredients, they will guide you through the menu and don't toss around any haughty attitude if you decide that you do want to go ahead and have all meat, all the way through, or that you'd like to just have multiple courses of soup, or two dramatically flavored dishes in a row... They'll caution you, nicely, against it, but if that's what you really want, then you can rock on with your bad self! They also have a way of using a gentle humor that takes the edge off of being in such a nice joint. Yes, it's a phenomenally upscale place, but no one is going to look down their nose at you if you should use the wrong fork, or ask what venison is. \n\nIf you are lucky enough to come here for dinner, plan on making an evening of it. The courses are well-paced, allowing you to have time to digest a bit in between plates and to let your palate settle. If someone at your table gets 5 courses and everyone else gets 3, then the pace of the meal will be suited to the 5 courses. Chef La Croix will not leave the others hanging in the meantime, however! He'll send out a small taste of soup or some sort of palate cleanser while the 5 courser has his extra dishes. You can expect to spend 2-4 hours leisurely dining, so you'd better like the people you're with. Heck, even if you don't like them, like if they're business people you HAVE to eat with, as long as they're paying or it's on your expense report, go for it - it's worth it even if you can't stand your dinner-mates. \n\nTo finish the evening, there is a great cheese course and, finally, dessert is always on Chef Lacroix.\n\nI believe Chef Lacroix does a seasonal take-out brunch thing on the weekends where you can get a brunch to take onto the square, and he's always doing special events, such as a guided tour to the farmers' market, holiday dinners, or special meals that are themed around specific wines. \n \nAs a final bonus, you will not find the ever-annoying Rachel Ray (and her \"$40 a day\") dining here. 5 stars on that alone...",
"The four-year-old Lacroix at the Rittenhouse restaurant, named for executive chef Jean Marie Lacroix, is nestled on the Rittenhouse Hotel's second floor. Lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch are offered with a distinctly French flavor.\n\nA co-conspirator and I met on a Wednesday night in December. I picked her up around 7 and we killed time as our reservation wasn't until 8. (Reservations essential.) After checking our coats, we were seated quickly. A trickling fountain with stones could be seen as we walked to our seats. From our table, we had a pleasant view of the square's treetops, decorated with holiday lights.\n\nThe dining room and washrooms were clean, comfortable, and well-decorated. Green and yellow hues colored Lacroix. An array of silverware was laid on the tablecloth. Mercifully the place wasn't pitch-dark - lantern lights helped illuminate the mirrors on the walls.\n\nThe dress code is \"business casual\" though dinner felt more like a coat-and-tie affair.\n\nIt was none too noisy considering it was midweek. The other diners weren't rowdy: there was a small party near us having a grand old time and a few couples scattered about. Light, soft music played some of the time, creating lulls during dinner.\n\nReviewing the tasting menu, I asked if the meal could be arranged for us. For each course, we would both receive different dishes.\n\nTasting menus put emphasis on the food itself, not stuffing your gullet. Portions are typically small: in Lacroix's case, the first plates were the smallest, with later plates increasing in size. Each course is set by the chef and presented in a particular order. Since food choices are usually chosen with a theme in mind (showcasing the chef's talent), this gave us the opportunity to sample the chef's palate and psyche.\n\nWe received a l'amuse bouche before our dishes:\n- Mixed organic greens encrusted with peppercorns\n- Dish with mushrooms, small sweet apples and pears\n- House cold cured Casco Bay salt cod with ham, Italian parsley salpicon, sweet garlic, Osetra caviar\n- Crisped Atlantic skate wing with braised chanterelles, confit of shallot, creamed with almonds\n- Walleye pike gnocchi with crayfish bisque, Moroccan limes, and artichoke\n- A game bird - pigeon - served medium-rare on top of French toast\n- Aiguillette of Four Story Hill Farm avian poularde, sliced thinly, in a thick sauce\n- Roasted Canadian bison rib eye with a red cabbage marmalade, julienned honey crisp apples, and a sauce diablo\n- Roasted Niman Ranch lamb saddle noisette - braised chop with a sweet potato, coconut medic\n\nWe closed the meal with a chocolate mousse (with cocoa powder) and a sorbet (which was a riot of tart flavors). Since we were celebrating a birthday, Lacroix provided a tiffany box cake with a birthday greeting and my partner-in-crime's name on the plate.\n\nService was on-par with other French establishments - our table was cleared quickly, refreshments arrived when needed, and waiters weren't difficult to attract. Our server was helpful and knowledgeable. Before each course, he described our dishes. I was a little disappointed that he missed some - as much as my friend and I know about food, there were items that we couldn't identify!\n\nDinner was a serious exercise in gustation. Each dish was an unusual team of flavors - some were on the salty side. Comparatively speaking, Lacroix was a decent deal: per person, a five-plate menu and dessert is $75.\n\nFor a meal of this caliber, our meal took more than two-and-a-half hours. The hours we experienced pushed the envelope for a five-course meal. When we were ready to go, they offered to call my car over as I had taken advantage of the valet parking (not free).\n\nLacroix is effortlessly classy. Fine cuisine is an art; Lacroix, with his attention to detail, tries hard to satisfy. However, Lacroix is not for everyone. It is not appropriate for impatient folks or small children unless you are a sadist. Appropriate for a romantic repast or other special celebration, if you like French cuisine or are just an epicurean, consider Lacroix.",
"mmmm...\nso i got to come here on a holiday business lunch.\ni thought i was dressed up. but i definitely still felt awkward and young there. it was a business lunch, so i guess i should have expected that. but no matter. i got the express business tray lunch...and it came with a little thai salad, diver sea scallop, pork belly, and a soup. in less than 15 minutes, i had a wonderful smorgasboard of tasty impeccably prepared food in front of me. the syrah was also v. good...\nand dessert! man, if i were hungry, i would have totally gotten the tower. \n\nmaybe, maybe, i can come back for dinner at some point?",
"I was fortunate enough to eat dinner 2 nights ago at La Croix in Philadelphia. The restaurant is on the second floor of the Rittenhouse Hotel in a beautiful room overlooking Rittenhouse Square. \n\nI opted to do a 4 course tasting menu and cheese. \n\nFirst Course \nBluefin Tuna served with preserved egg. A bit oversalted for my taste, but basically sashimi grade tuna quickly seared and crusted with a touch of panko served with a cured egg yolk. Good, but not the highlight of the evening. \n\nSecond Course \nCold Water Lobster with chai tea reduction. This is the first course where I said, \"a ha!\". This tastes like a butter poached lobster, but all the flavors are segregated into elements that when separated make for unique individual flavors but combine to make a very traditional main lobster with drawn butter flavor. \n\nThird Course \nFoie Gras Bacon. Cured, salted and smoked foie gras served with homemade ranch dressing and a raisin reduction. Simply incredible. All I can say is this was worth the cost and pain in the ass of getting to philadelphia. \n\nFourth Course \nVeal Sweetbreads with asian pear. Simple, succulent sweetbreads. Not as good as Blackbird (Chicago), but that's not fair- I can't think of anyone's as good as Blackbird's. \n\nCheese course- variety of goat cheeses that I loved from a cheese cart. I love the cheese cart concept when with others, but when dining alone I'd really just prefer a menu In any event, a truly wonderful meal worth of its pricetag (with gratuity, a half bottle of 99 Chateau Lagrange Grand Cru, cheese addition and foie upcharge, just shy of $250.00)",
"organized a dinner presentation for my company here, and it was top notch. great service and attention - really a group that goes out of their way to make your stay memorable. an amazing wine selection. we sat in lilly's cafe with a view overlooking rittenhouse square. \n\nour menu: a salad of regionally grown organics, scallop sausage, a miso-glazed ribeye topped with a fried egg and finally a fancied-up s'more. really delicious and anticipating our next visit.\n\nhighly recommended, a true 5-star venue from every aspect\n\nregards,\nB",
"By far theeeee best brunch in the city. The selection is above all others, presentation is mind blowing and the service is attentive but not intrusive. Next big occasion, I highly recommend checking it out!",
"We had Mother's Day brunch here, $85 per person. (On Mother's day, brunch is served all day, we had a reservation for dinnertime.)\n\nThree stars for the food , minus 1 star for the service.\n\nThe good part: they had a lot of high-end dishes using a lot of expensive ingredients (lobster, caviar, etc.)\n\nSo why such a low rating? After having the brunch buffet here, I became convinced that high-end food can't be served buffet style. There were dishes that I could tell would have been good had they been cooked to order and not sitting out. It's really disappointing to have overcooked pasta or a cold escargot tart. And remember, for $85 / person, you can have a tasting menu at many restaurants where food is cooked to order for you. \n\nAnother thing we discovered was that there was too much to try and too much going on. We got lots of little tastings of everything , but never had time to savor it. Before our mouth could savor an item, we had switched to another. Having a prix-fixe meal of 5-6 courses is much better -- sure you don't get to try as much variety, but then you really get to savor the different flavors and textures that the chef is aiming for in a dish. You let a dish grow on you and understand the nuance of a dish. Instead this buffet brunch is like taking the top 40 pop songs and taking a sentence from each stanza and just playing them right after the other. It's a mad slapdash of really good things - but you don't really have time to savor and enjoy.\n\nService: OK, this can't be too hard considering it's a buffet service. Yet our service was not good. We ordered sparkling water and had to wait a good 10 minutes (after we had already gotten our food). We ordered wine, and it also didn't come promptly. They took away my silverware but didn't replace it. A lot of things we seemed to have to ask for twice -- really, service should be a lot better than that. It wasn't rude or anything, just not top notch. \n\nAnd it seemed like they were really trying to rush us out of there. They kept pushing us to go to the next course. My boyfried and I like to use our expensive dinner dates as a time to talk and catch up on life , but instead it was like \"go! speedracer go!'\" to the next buffet table with these waiters. So we didn't get a nice elegant romantic dinner, we got a mad dash to try all these buffet tables.",
"I did a Thanksgiving dinner here. It was fabulous. Quite the experience. You went into the kitchen and did it buffet style . Amazing food, service, atmosphere.",
"This is my favorite brunch place (along with the Ritz in Miami beach and Four Seasons in Bangkok). Chef Jean Marie Lacroix was a perfectionist and even though he is no longer in the kitchen, executive chef Matthew Levin has done a great job and brought some innovative dishes to the table (pun intended).\n\nThe raw bar they setup for brunch is awesome and the hot entree you get to select from a tour of the kitchen is a good touch, especially since you get to chat with the chefs and watch the desserts being made.\n\nHave been there for lunch a few times, but my favorite remains brunch. I try to avoid holidays here (or any good restaurant for that matter) as chances are you will not get the same level of satisfaction.\n\nIf you get a chance to tour the pastry kitchen (above the main kitchen), I highly recommend it. And don't forget to grab some chocolate on the way out."
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"I found my first Cantina Laredo in Ft. Lauderdale several years ago and immediately became a big fan. Then I saw one in West Palm, and was struck with Cantina envy. I was delighted to find one in the Tampa Bay area (even if it's a 40 minute drive from my house in Pinellas). \n\nCantina Laredo's sign says it is a \"gourmet Mexican restaurant\", and I think we can all use a little gourmet in whatever kind of food we're eating. This is a nice place to have lunch or dinner. The decor is upscale, and I've always thought it was a relaxing place to dine. \n\nChips and two types of salsa are brought to the table after seating. They were both good; one was very fresh tasting with some roasted tomatoes or peppers in it. I was curious, so I asked the waiter if they had anything with a little more heat. He was happy to make a custom salsa for me, which had substantially more heat, but still plenty of flavor. \n\nMy wife sampled their fresh, made at your table guacamole and said it was delicious. I'm a finicky eater and just can't bring myself to try it despite everyone in the world loving guacamole. \n\nFor dinner, I found something close to an entree I crave from Houston's Pappasitos; shrimp wrapped in bacon with a sliver of jalapeno, broiled, and served with Chimmichurri sauce for dipping. This was very good, and highly addictive. Six or seven shrimp were served over rice. I would have eaten more, but I was full from my first order :). \n\nMy wife enjoyed her entree, which at this moment, I can't recall. We will be going back to Cantina Laredo on a regular basis to try everything on the menu, it's really great place to eat!",
"I was so excited about a restaurant advertising \"gourmet Mexican food\" that I joined their e-club a week before I visited. Boy, I was sure let down! Please remove my name from the e-club.\n\nThe best part of my dinner here was the Top Shelf Guacamole, which is made table-side while you watch. Pretty cool! And--no doubt--the guacamole was very tasty. Everyone at my table enjoyed trying it. I should also point out that it was free (thanks to joining the e-club). \n\nPer our waiter's suggestion, I opted for the Camaron Poblano Asada, which is grilled steak around a poblano pepper stuffed with shrimp, mushrooms, onions and monterey jack cheese. While this certainly sounds delicious, I was pretty disappointed when it arrived at the table. It was too small and its taste was just average. Priced at $22, I was hoping for something more.\n\nIn the end, \"gourmet Mexican food\" remains only an oxymoron. Perhaps one day--somewhere, somehow--true gourmet Mexican food will be discovered. I will continue praying for that day.",
"I have heard some good things about Cantina Laredo so I decided to check it out since my parents frequent the place, but I was disappointed when I got there and saw their menu didn't have many options besides tacos and enchiladas that looked appetizing. I decided to go with soft tacos and though it was good, I wouldn't say it was great. The rice didn't taste good at all, the refried beans were not good either. The guacamole was okay. The chips and dip were just okay, not really great. I'll try one of their other entrees sometime but I wasn't really impressed with their food.",
"I've only visited the Tampa location once, and it was awful. I have visited the Fort Lauderdale location a few times for work related happy hours. My experiences at that location were average.\n\nThe food is way overpriced, and my entree was almost inedible. Way undercooked, cold, and everything on the plate seemed to be soggy.\n\nThis place might survive based on its suburban appeal to the masses, but I think the prices might turn some families off and they will become wise to the sub par food they're getting for their money.\n\nThe only positive in my experience was the chips and salsa. The waiter literally wouldn't stop bringing them. At one point, my 2 buddies and I had an entire basket of chips to ourselves and there were about 5 bowls of salsa on the table. I guess that's how they justify the high prices for \"gourmet\" Mexican food.",
"Best gaucamole ever. I have never had a bad meal and the service is great. My husband and I go there at least 4 times a month. Love it.",
"I loved Cantina Laredo. The restaurant was very aesthetically appealing. The booths were very comfy and our waiter was attentive and helpful. I ordered the enchiladas de portabella, which was amazing. The sauce was just spicy enough and the mushrooms and cheese and peppers were cooked just right. It was kind of pricey, at $14 for my plate, but there was plenty of food and I left feeling very satisfied. The chips and salsa was also great. I really enjoyed the spicy salsa. They also offer to make guacamole at your table for you, which I didn't try but would love to. It looked delicious. Also their drinks look pricey, but yummy. I would recommend this place for people with some cash to blow, who love mexican food. Perfect date place!",
"The truth is, I don't think I would want to know anyone who wouldn't be into 'gourmet Mexican'. I mean, refined exciting Mexican food? Umm, yes! Needless to say, I really want to like this place. And, I guess, I do.\n\nThe issue is, 'like' is the right word. None of the food I've had is terribly exciting, or gourmet for that matter. Food seems to be prepared well and is plated cleanly, but nothing is vibrant, nothing has depth, nothing pops. I wanted smokey, spicy, layers of depth. I got, \"yeah, it's good.. let's go see what's in the stores now\".\n\nThe service is good. I've never had anyone hover and I've never had anyone forget. The ambiance is kinda upscale/trendy/Mexican in a Disney kind of way. Which, truthfully, I'm OK with.\n\nI don't really have anything bad to say about this place, but if their food was 3/4 as good as their marketing of said food, I would probably love it.",
"This is my first 1-star review. Not because the experience was fatal, but because they utterly fail to be what they claim to be: a \"gourmet Mexican\" restaurant, it is basically very expensive Mexican mall food.\n\nA brief rundown:\n\nWe had to ask twice for chips while other people around us seemed to be given chips upon being seated.\nWhen they arrived, they were bland.\nThere really isn't a great variety of Mexican food, just tacos, fajitas and enchiladas.\nMy wife ordered one of the fresh margaritas they are supposedly known for,\nIt was awful, not fresh or mixed right.\nShe made a comment to the wait staff that the margarita was not mixed right and was given the brush off.\nMy salad was OK. Cristina's tacos where OK.\nThe beans are rice were awful. Cafeteria food is better.\n\nSo again, there are worse places to eat. But I'd rather go to Taco Bell than this place. At least with Taco Bell, you get what you pay for.",
"The food was delicious and the atmosphere of an upscale restaurant located in the nice outdoor setting of Wiregrass can't be beat.\n\nSo why the 3 stars?\n\nWhat the hell is \"gourmet Mexican food?\" I've been through the heart of Mexico (not the tourist areas), visited my Dad who works at the TX/Mexico border, and grew up in a community of migrant workers many of who came fresh from visiting their motherland. So YES, THE FOOD WAS DELICIOUS... but it definitely wasn't authentic and gave a false sense of \"gourmet Mexican food.\" I think it would have been smart to not market itself as such and rather say its an upscale, Mexican-American fushion place where you bring a date to.\n\nPYRA SAYS: For the price I paid, I could have bought a tub full of authentic and tastier Mexican cuisine.",
"Cantina Laredo has become one of our favorite spots. Although at first glance it may appear a bit pricey compared to other Mexican spots, the portions are large. Ordering 1 order of fajitas with table side fresh guacamole feeds two easily and will keep you under $30. Chips and salsa are free and are fresh, authentic, and tasty. As for the main dishes, they are good, but not outstanding (except for the Guacamole which is OUTSTANDING, but overpriced). Service has been better than average on all visits. I think its a stretch to call the food \"gourmet\", but overall, if you enjoy Mexican restaurants, I recommend it."
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"I'm a dingdong sometimes. I remember vividly my first visit to the Tampa location of Bonefish. Many years ago it was. It was classy and fresh and full lots of hip, cool locals. It was simply a new fish in the tank and that alone made it popular.\n\nThis particular location, at Tyrone Mall, has been around for a few years now and for some unexplainable reason, I've just never gone. Until last week when, out of the blue, I said to myself \"why not Bonefish?\" Why not, in deed!\n\nThe bar was almost FULL at 4:30 on a Thursday afternoon, a GOOD sign I say! And although it isn't a big bar, it's big enough. I was greeted with a cheery \"welcome\" by the bartender and it just got better from there! I ordered a couple of different wines over the course of the evening and got lots of in depth info on each. I was thrilled to learn so much about pinots. I decided to order an appetizer while I decided what to take home for dinner. I was leaning towards the sashimi and was told it was excellent. Well, it was good, but not excellent. It was a bit bland, the presentation a bit boring and the soy that was spilled all over the plate (by accident I must say) by the server made one heck of a mess. I was a little shocked she did not offer to take the plate back for a reup, but oh, well. I ate 2 pieces and called it off. I ultimately decided on the special of the week, the Wild Shrimp Pad Thai. An excellent choice! The noodles were firm, but not undercooked. The sauce was light and tangy and a little savory, too. Just right. The shrimp were huge and perfectly cooked. All in all, a culinary delight! In my opinion, they should make this a menu staple. \n\nThe atmosphere was lively, but not loud. Everyone seemed well looked after, all tables were full by the time I left, and the hospitality was the best I've seen in a restaurant around these parts in a long time. Bravo, Bonefish! \n\nAnd to top it all off, the most lovely couple sat next to me! Isn't it a blast to have good company with your after work cocktails and food?! It just made the whole experience one I hope to have again soon at my next visit to Bonefish!",
"I had a gift card to this place and used it while on vacation. First off, I wasn't exactly sure where the restaurant was, so I called and asked if they were in the mall. the response...\"No we're next to the mall\". Ok after finding the place I guess it technically was not in the mall. But in my eyes, if you park in the mall parking lot and go to a restaurant that shares walls with the mall, I say you're at the mall.\n\nAnyway, they couldn't have been nicer to us when we finally got there. Because it was our first time there, the manager came over and welcomed us. We started with the calamari appetizer and it was really tasty. I had the shrimp and sirloin main course, which was an ok mix of steak and seafood. It was cooked in a type of butter sauce though that was too rich for my tastes. Later in the evening, I got caught up on my reading.\n\nNot sure if I'll return, just because there are lots of other places I like to go when I'm in Florida. Maybe another gift card would bring me back.",
"Service sometimes takes a long time, but food is incredible.",
"I LOVE this place. Great wait staff, Pomegranate Martini is to DIE for.. Bang Bang Shrimp is amazing, $5 on Wednesdays. Ahi Tuna is my favorite, and the swordfish is always really good!!!",
"The bang bang shrimp is amazing- try it. My martini was watered down though... And the imperial whitefish with shrimp an capers was too buttery but overall really tasty. This place is probably 3-5 bucks per plate too expensive.",
"The food at this chain is consistently good. They have a full bar and lots of Big Screen TVs to watch different sports. We usually eat at the bar. Great Cob Salad and Fresh grilled fish. The bread is great here too. The staff at the bar at this location is entertaining and very friendly.",
"I just LOVE Bonefish. I don't like reviewing chains, but I've made an exception. I've been to about 4-5 Bonefish in FL and GA and this location is my favorite. Both the food and service here are excellent. I've had nearly everything on the menu so it's hard to review each dish, but I'll list a few of my favorites.\n\nFor appetizers it's in this order: Ahi tuna sashimi, bang bang shrimp, and mussels. If you are a mussels fan then you DEFINITELY have to order them here! They're garlic-y and delicious. For entrees: Everything on the specials board is always fantastic, but as for the regular menu: Lily's chicken if you're not in the mood for seafood, the salmon with mango salsa--yum! and the imperial long fin. Every dessert is amazing, but I'm partial to brownies so I'd go with the brownie with macadamia nut and ice cream. That's just me being a chocolate fiend though. \n\nOverall, I think this restaurant is fairly priced, a fun yet relaxing atmosphere with food that never disappoints.",
"Even though it's a chain restaurant, that does not mean that all Bonefish Grill restaurants are the same! We LOVE the Tyrone mall location of Bonefish Grill. We have been to other ones and had much better experiences at the Tyrone location. I see that someone tagged this place as formal with Jacket required. That's not true. It is quite casual, but if one were to wish to wear a jacket there, they could. We love the happier hours in the bar area where you get to have some of their appetizers at a lower price than usual. The Bang Bang shrimp tacos and the ceviche are our favorites. If you like pork chops, you must try their Fontina chop. It is delicious. The marsala sauce has lots of garlic and mushrooms. Quite tasty ! They are not just a seafood restaurant. Sunday brunch is good and they have the option for bottomless mimosas. Bring a designated driver !!! The Shrimp and corn cakes were awesome. The shrimp were the best I have ever had at a restaurant. The seasonings were PERFECT. I could eat them ALL DAY !! Enjoy !",
"Had a 50 dollar gift certificate,so went to the Tyrone location.A quick explanation for the three stars:the service was great,but the food was just adequate,for the money.\nWe spent over 70 bucks,so we ended up paying around 25 cash.I got the most expensive dish in our party;the grouper,which was good,but small.Also ordered was the calamari appetizer,again small portion,and some of the rings were thick and kind of rubbery.The other two items ordered were the kobe burger,which was good,(as it should be for 11 bucks),and the fish and chips,which were the most plentiful of all our orders.The waitress was considerate,bringing out all the various sauces for us to try,which were all very tasty.\nTo sum it up,great attentive service and decent food that should either be cheaper,or bigger portions.BTW,I drank tea and my companions drank water,(which is what they prefer.)We don't drink,but if alcohol were ordered,I could see the bill going north of 100 easily for a party of three.\nI would have been very unhappy if we did not have the 50 dollar gift card,and to be honest,I will probably not return.",
"Great food--great service! \nGreat food--great service! Try the pulled pork sandwich--it's addictive!"
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"Fresh fish, great service, friendly, affordable and they stuff the burritos with protein and toppings rather than it being all rice! Loved it.",
"Love this place! Been waiting since april to come here! Went in on opening day and they were busy training so they gave my boyfriend and I each a card for a free burrito for the next day. Came back the next day and got our free burrito (No Worries was amazing) and free drinks and they gave us our cards back for two more free burritos! Great service and amazing food. The Bomb Sauce is so good!",
"Being a new sushi-ish place, I was excited to try this right down the street from my work and I had been scoping it out for the longest time. When I saw that it had opened, I decided to go here for lunch. Upon entering there are two choices, a sushi burrito or poke bowl. You can either choose your own ingredients for the sushi burrito or poke bowls, or they have sushi burrito options. I chose the #4, which had tempura shrimp and salmon with crab inside. They were made in front of you, like something you would see at a Subway or port of Subs where you choose your ingredients, tell them to the person behind the counter and scoot down. I chose a spot to sit down facing the street so I could watch the lunch time traffic and was immediately approached by a manager of sorts to ask how I had enjoyed my meal. I hadn't even started and was checking in on Yelp. I only ate half of my burrito, as it was huge in size and to be honest, I wasn't very impressed. My ingredients were drowning in sauce and my salmon was pulverized almost to a paste as well as the crab. The tempura shrimp inside was limp and soggy. The only thing that had flavor and structure were the cucumbers I had included. I'm a bigger fan of traditional sushi, so I probably won't be returning.",
"I'm going to say it... I've never been to a poke bar before, but I really enjoyed this experience! The fish quality was nice, the price reasonable, the service friendly, and the decor was cool. They definitely have a few processes to optimize along the way, but for Day 2 this place ran really well. \n\nI was so excited to see this place finally open up after walking by the \"opening soon\" window decals for so long. We need an alternative to AYCE sushi in Reno that isn't prohibitively expensive, and this really fits the bill. It also helps that this spot is only a couple blocks from our home, so we were definitely hoping we would love it. \n\nThere are two main styles of this to get here: poke bowl (rice bowl + diced seafood + toppings) or burrito (wrap the former in nori). The menu is kind of hard to read from the beginning of the bar, so it makes the ordering process confusing. There are two main types of rice, and you want the purple rice for sure (red bean paste mixed in?) because it's freaking delicious. There was a nice menu of burrito options, though I was really unclear on if you could order the burritos as a bowl. As a poke novice, I would have appreciated a curated bowl so I could be more informed about what I liked and disliked the next time. I opted to just order the poke bowl a la cart, and got tons of yummy vegetables with my salmon, tuna, and yellowtail (easily the best of the bunch) \"scoops\". They had a ton of sauces (I did their house sauce) to top it off, but could have used sriracha at the tables to add as you go. \n\nIts a bit confusing where to go when you walk in, but the start of the line is on the side of the bar closest to the entrance. This makes a lot of sense for how things flow, but it would have been helpful for there to be a \"Start Here\" sign. We saw a few other folks enter and wander for a minute trying to figure out where to start ordering! \n\nThey were the bowls on a plastic tray with a piece of parchment-y paper under it, presumably to keep the trays clean. They're kind of big and jabbed me a couple times while eating, but also beware that they're slippery against that plastic tray and plastic poke bowl!! I clumsily dropped my bowl on the floor and made a messy rice pile that the staff were extremely gracious about cleaning up. Oops. \n\nWe will definitely be back here, and hope they have or get a nice system for ordering takeout! Love seeing new businesses coming to Midtown and seeing the seafood scene extend beyond AYCE.",
"Overall I'd say that Finbomb was overall good. I got the Regular size Poke Bowl and my husband got a sushi burrito. In my opinion the Poke bowl had too much rice and not enough fish. With the regular you do get 3 scoops of protein so the variety aspect is good. My complaint when ordering is that they write down what you want on a dry erase plastic card which takes longer than if you were to just say it to them instantly. If there's a rush you want to get in and get your food but with that method it would be slower. My other complaints were that I had to wait for my ahi tuna, there was no Poke sauce when I got to the sauces and I couldn't really hear the people making my food and they couldn't hear me. I'm fairly short so I have to speak through the glass for them to hear me. I understand that it's a new restaurant so there is slack to give. The good things about this restaurant are that the quality of the fish is good, there are quite a decent array of extras you can choose from and they have interesting sauces. In all for both the burrito and the bowl it came out to 22 dollars including a 1 dollar water so it's not totally outrageous but still a little pricey if you wanted a quick lunch.",
"I was so happy when I heard this place had opened! I am a big poke fan and try to find a poke place in every city I visit. I don't care so much for the other poke place in Reno so it was great to hear this place was opening. The decor is nice and it is very clean. They have many different options to choose from which I really liked. They even have spicy tuna here which is my favorite. The fish tasted fresh. I had mine in a burrito. My guest has his in the bowl. The surface area of the bowl is large which works out better as you get to taste more of the flavors. The prices are reasonable for what you get. On the large bowls you get five protiens. For just opening, they have the process down. I will be going back here again soon!",
"Waited so long for the opening of this place only to have an \"OK\" experience. I definitely will try it again in hopes they get it all the kinks worked out. The protein does not get mixed with the sauce before you build your bowl; therefore, you get a very bland flavored bowl. Plan on asking for a substantial amount of sauce. There are no condiments out for use; no soy sauce or sriracha to doctor up your bowl after you have paid. I asked for the Poke sauce which is listed on the menu and they said they don't have Poke sauce and that their Yuzu Ponzu sauce is their Poke sauce... Why are they both listed as separate sauces on your menu? They are very different sauces altogether. I also asked what the house \"Bomb\" sauce is and was met with, \"I can't tell you what is in it but it is good. It's a secret.\" Okay?! Maybe answer with, \"it's a soy based sauce\" or \"a teriyaki based sauce\" or \"it has a sesame like flavor\". Anything to give customers a clue to what flavors it will encompass. We asked for cups of ice water and we were charged a $1 per cup for tap water!!!! I think for a charge like that, you should be notifying your customers that you are charging them and give us an option to decline or upgrade to an ice tea or something else. So if you are just a simple water drinker and don't want to pay $1 for tap water... bring your hydro flask. I am hopeful that these are just growing pains and am rooting for you to get it together Finbomb but I won't be paying $1 for tap water again.",
"A friend and I stopped in for lunch today at FinBomb and had a great experience. I generally avoid restaurants in the first few weeks of their opening to give them some time to work out the kinks, but am glad I made an exception in this case. The food was excellent and plentiful. I had the large poke bowl and was more than I could eat for lunch. I liked the Spicy Tuna and variety of sauces and toppings. Initially the line was long but the staff was efficient, and friendly and it moved quick. I especially appreciated the owner talking with all the customers and asking their opinions on what to change or improve. They are making minor tweaks but overall a great place. Good ownership will undoubtedly make FinBomb a success and I look forward to more Poke meals in Midtown.",
"I'm a big fan of sushi and poke bowls and after trying a similar shop in Vegas, I was stoked that a similar place was coming to Reno! Although the food itself wasn't bad, it was a bit underwhelming. Portions were smaller than other poke/sushi burrito places I've been. It was also difficult to order because the glass was very high and it was loud in the restaurant.\n\nHowever, I do have to say that everything was very fresh and they do have a lot of options for those who might not want fish. Tons of topping options and sauces! Personally a bigger fan of their poke bowl because my sushi burrito started to fall apart while I ate it. Definitely a fun new addition to midtown.",
"Ordered my own H-Bomb burrito (nori, rice, salmon, tempura shrimp, lemon slices by special request, wasabi, soy sauce, fried onions, and sweet siracha mayo with avocado as a $1 add-on)... Inspired by my fav sushi, sake nigiri with lemon dipped in wasabi soy sauce. $11-even with tip, ordered online and taken to go. Online ordering system was great, but you only have room for a very short sentence in the special instructions box (probably for a reason).\n\nFish was fresh, but tempura soggy because sauce is pre-applied. Lemon slices came on the side rather than inside as requested, but that's ok.\n\nWarning on the wasabi: it comes in one very thick stripe on one side of the burrito (see pic), so you really get a mouthful of it.\n\nI liked it though! I think I might prefer to order in person rather than online, and ask for soy and wasabi on the side in a cup so the tempura doesn't get soggy and I don't get a mouthful of wasabi. Besides, dipping is one of my favorite parts about eating sushi! :)"
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"Best meatballs in town. \nI love the variety and options you have here. 5 different meatballs to choose from and 5 different sauces. There I seen a vegetarian meatball, which u like most vegetarian dishes, does not try to disguise itself up as a meat substitute . The veggie ball was composed mostly of potatoes and had an Indian twist to it (delicious). Im not sure where the previous comment ate because Mimi blues is a family owned restaraunt that sources only quality products. It sounds like this person has nothing better to do than bash another persons work to make their restaraunt took better. \n\nMimi blues is a comfortable restaraunt that I would suggest anyone try.",
"It just isn't worth it. The atmosphere is nice, but the food is seriously lacking, especially for the price. The staff appear to be unorganized, uneducated about the food, and unenthusiastic about their jobs. At this restaurant, you mark your order on the menu (like ordering sushi) and the server still got our order wrong. Our party of two ordered four different meatballs, each with a different sauce and two sides. Despite being a slow night, all of the food came out cold. The mac and queso (despite clearly being penne and queso) tasted like nacho cheese from a baseball game. For a restaurant solely dedicated to meatballs, the meatballs are small! Dinning here means paying the price of a full meal and leaving hungry.",
"Best meatballs I've ever had! Got the classic with mushroom sauce, came out on a plate hot to the touch and was sauced and spiced perfectly. Uniquely-themed style dishes in a old school New York setting. Descent wine selection, and 5 or 6 beers on tap. Food was reasonably priced too. I'll be coming back for more",
"Interesting, original concept for a restaurant. It reminds me of upscale sushi meats comfort food meatballs. Visited during the lunch rush on opening week. \n\nAmbiance: lot of light, good modern, classic feel. \n\nService: server was spot on with drink and food recommendations. Kitchen was really slow and checks came wrong. Not sure if it's a function of the way you order or just first week growing pains. \n\nQuality: food quality really made up for the service. Meatballs definitely tasted like they were made from scratch. Big fan of the classic and veggie with spicy cilantro. Tried the sliders for variety, left very full.\n\nWill recommend to others!",
"This place is fantastic! Brings an eclectic fun yet sophisticated vibe to the classic quintessential comfort food! A must go!",
"I had a terrible experience here. The staff isn't reliable and management doesn't show respect for individuals or for patrons. There is one individual in particular that has no business in customer service. I watched Jamie (an employee) bite her fingernails at the bar and then serve beverages and food to customers. I observed her berate fellow employees with verbal aggressive behavior and general bad attitude and bark \"just do what I say and we won't have a problem.\" When this employee went to three separate members of management she was brushed aside and ultimately reprimanded. I noticed there is no \"employees must wash hands before returning to work\" sign, which clearly wasn't implemented in this case. Jamie asked a couple \"will you still eat this?\" When their food went out wrong, which it goes out incorrect often and Brian is an inadequate inexperienced manager. Clearly customer service isn't the bottom line, which is unfortunate.",
"Overpriced and underwhelmed. Just went to this restaurant and was very excited. The atmosphere is nice and modern. We waited for about 5 minutes for someone to greet us even though they were slow. What really upset me is when the manager looked at us and turned his back as if we were not there. Food was cold. Mashed potatoes were flavorful but cold. Overall it is a cool concept but was not executed well.",
"I loved the concept, you make your own combination of sauces & meatballs. Try all the meatballs, the veggie is so different, don't miss that one! But the beef & classic ones are also delicious. More than proteins, you'll also eat salad or veggie:)) Overall great food, classy decoration, good wine, impeccable service, nice bar (with one TV to keep you posted on the game!) and fantastic location on Mass Av! Plus...reasonable price:) I'll go back soon. If you look for the new trendy place in town...you found it! Well done:)",
"Definite potential! People can be so hard on a new restaurant on Mass so I feel for them in that aspect. I think they will definitely get their stuff figured out. Staff was friendly and helpful. It's a cool concept and a cozy modern place. I guess I would like to see a more locally sourced menu. And my only complaint was that the food was only room temp. I will definitely be returning after they get some kinks worked out.",
"Was next door at another store for an event on Tuesday evening (01/05/15) and realized Mimi Blue Meatballs was open. It was the first day for public opening (Monday apparently was a soft opening). \n\nSat at the bar and had a very enjoyable meal and good service. Interesting to watch/observe all the circumstances related to opening a new restaurant amongst staff, technology, etc., etc. \n\nOrdered a lot of food: Salad (decent), appetizer (veggie), more veggie meatballs and finally terrific dessert. It seems to get a full meal requires quite a bit of ordering which can quickly add up to a moderately high tab. Staff seemed glad the grand opening day was wrapping up (it was after 830p). \n\nBig fan of the ambiance since there is plenty of room to get around and good lighting. Huge windows face Mass Avenue. Nice to see additional businesses on the eastern edge of Mass Avenue. As far as parking goes: Wasn't sure if its legal to park behind the new apartments/condos/stores on the opposite side of Mass Avenue. I can imagine parking meters filling up with restaurants/shops including Black Market, Yats, Mass Ave. Wine, R Bistro, etc. \n\nWill definitely head back to the restaurant but perhaps after a few weeks to let new restaurant elements settle into place."
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"My boyfriend and I are frequent breakfast eaters and although many hipsters cringe at IHOP, we like it (well, it's no Eggsperience - a wonderful diner in Chicago) but it does beat Denny's. We normally have to truck it to the Sunset Hills location but they just opened this one on Lemay Ferry, just down the road from us, to our delight!\n\nIHOPs are all pretty much the same but I was compelled to write a review for this one in particular because this location is TINY. There are seriously probably about 20 tables. We had to wait a half an hour for 2 people. Granted it was Sunday afternoon (church rush), but we normally do not have to wait that long. Additionally, staff was sluggish to clean tables, seat us, and wait on us in general. However, the place was clean. I should also mention union protesters are around and probably will be for a bit.\n\nMore beef I have with IHOP in general is that they don't take coupons from cell phones. It is not only \"green\" to do that, but it's the 21st century of iPads, iPhones, Kindles, and more...everything is electronic now so refusing to take electronic coupons is a big mistake in my opinion.",
"My boyfriend loves Ihop so he was ecstatic when they built this one a couple miles from our house. I do not expect much from a chain diner, an occasional refill and hot food. But this Ihop cannot even meet my low standards. The inside is tiny and the staff is slow and generally rude, while the food was not what we ordered and cold by the time we received it. After two visits to this location I would rather make the drive to the Fenton location.",
"This is an exact copy of the complaint i sent to IHOP:\n\nMy nephew and I went to this newly opened location for breakfast. I came to IHOP just to try one of the new stacker plates. I was not given a specials menu when I sat down. I asked the server if i could have one. She went shuffled through a hostess stand of sorts. she came back to the table and said i could not get the stacker special because they don't serve them on the weekend. I told her if i would of known that i would of went somewhere else. I ended up ordering an omelet but it was not what i really wanted. I have visit the Fenton, MO location, on Kate Rd, 2-3 times a month. I called Fenton and asked them if they served the stackers. They said yes.\n\nI have never been told they only serve nationally advertised specials on the weekends. It makes me NOT want to go into another IHOP. With service like this, the lemay location will not be open long.\n\nthe server Ginny was very nice and friendly. she even told me to go ahead and order the stacker and she'd make them make it. i told her i didn't want to get her in trouble.",
"Delicious red velvet pancakes, all their other breakfast food is good too. There isn't much of a waiting area, so try to go when it's not crowded.",
"When this Ihop first opened it was pretty good. Punctual, friendly staff and good food. \n\nSince our last five visits though (I know. . .my boyfriend keeps trying in case they get their act together?) my partner and I have been disappointed. Slow service EVEN when they're not busy. That just tells me that the waitstaff is lazy. I'm a patient person but one night our server didn't give us the check until an hour after we finished our food. \n\nIf not slow, the staff is kind of stand-offish. :/ I don't expect social butterflies to serve my food but things get awkward when you avoid me or hover for half a minute over me as I'm eating.\n\nOnto the food. One visit they gave us the wrong order. The next visit my boyfriend's hash browns were not cooked. Basically raw potato. \n\nI don't like bashing places and generally try to put something positive in my critiques but this place is so far gone on food and service it's hard. The only redeeming feature of this location is that it's clean. \n\nAt least I've talked it over with my boyfriend about not going here anymore. I understand he likes Ihop but I feel if we're going to spend money to eat I want a good experience.",
"This location is always clean, and the food has always been good. However, there are a couple of servers that aren't very attentive. I've noticed that more during the weekends than during the week, so we usually go for breakfast during the week. There are a few healthy choices on the menu, so that's good!",
"As a typical IHOP, this contains your standard selection of items. The service was very expedient. The restaurant was a bit smaller, but still was very clean. The management also pointed out that I can call in a review and get a free side of shortstacks on my next visit.",
"Horrible! I have been to this location a couple of times and each time the service has gotten worse. I took the family there last night and it literally took 45 minutes for my kids to get their funny face pankcakes. My order showed up an hour & five minutes later wrong. It took an additional fifteen minutes to correct my order. My husband never got his order of pancakes with his meal.",
"They made me an absolutely perfect order of Eggs Benedict (see photo) and that is something I get so rarely that I'm giving them 5 stars today. Honestly, the chef could be in the parking lot slashing my tires right now and I wouldn't care...it is just that rare that I get an order of this dish cooked exactly the way I like. How rare is it??? It is so rare that my wife makes fun of me every time I order it because she KNOWS that I will be disappointed. \n\nAlso, a big thanks to my waitress (Emily) for teaching me a new term that I will now use whenever I order this dish: \"poached hard\"",
"Fourth of July breakfast crowded told 20 minute wait only waited 5:-) so many choices had coupon didn't read small print actually couldn't read it but not valid on holidays lol my luck"
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"Absolutely amazing! Lucky enough to have had a preview of the restaurant and dinner menu. Absolutely amazing for any food mood - Italian, seafood, steak, or even just desserts and beverages. Can't wait to go back!",
"Living just a few blocks away, I've been eagerly waiting for Monarch to open and it was definitely worth the wait. This could be my new favorite restaurant. The ambience (both chic and rustic), the attentive and friendly service, the fresh local ingredients cooked to perfection, and the ridiculously good homemade bread and butter. At first glance you might think the prices are pricey but the portions are huge. For 2 or 3, I would recommend splitting a salad and entree (that come with two sides of seasonal vegetables). Have had the rockfish and pork chops and they were both excellent. Can't wait to try more since the fairly extensive menu looks right up my alley. Also thinking this will be a very popular bar spot since they designed it well.",
"I ate here with my boyfriend tonight. It was one of the top 3 meals I have ever had. So when we sat, they brought out bread and butter. You KNOW you're about to be blown away when the bread and butter is the best you've ever had (which it was). We ordered the duck and the fillet Mignon as entrees. They were both so well seasoned and tender. They came with sides of veggies which were phenomenal. But the thing that surprised me was the tomato salad that came with the meals. I despise tomatoes and I couldn't stop eating these ones. SO GOOD. I can't speak highly enough of the food. \nWe also got some of the donuts for dessert and they were the best pastry I've ever had. Not even kidding. I will be back to try more of their food. \nI also want to say that our server, Nicole was so sweet, informative and accommodating; as was Jeff, who seated us and chatted with us about the restaurant. Thank you all for the perfect experience!!",
"One of the best dining experiences we have ever had. We loved it so much we went twice in one night! The staff, food, drinks, and ambiance are incredible.",
"Already the best fine dining experience in the SB area. Amazing food, impeccable service and a very friendly attitude all add up to a memorable dining experience. The Monarch achieves its goal of transporting you back to your great-grandmothers kitchen will all the comforts of the most modern of restaurants. I know all the publications and food blogs will be all over this place soon enough so try to score yourself a reservation ASAP before getting a table becomes impossible. \nSpecial thanks to chef who made us feel like very special guests with all the personalized attention. I know how insane opening week at a restaurant is and the crew did everything possible to accommodate us. \nAs for the food, the bread (made by chef's wife) was flawless. The tuna tartare was the most beautiful example of this dish I have ever encountered. The parpadelle was outstanding. My only criticism here was that I wish there was more of it! A dozen more noodles would go a long way! Now the star of the night was the short rib. Outstanding! It's big, not huge but full of flavor. My only recommendation here was that the potatoes were ever so over seasoned. Other than a bit less salt on the potatoes, please don't change a thing on the dish. Everything was so perfect and worked so well together. The tomato salad was Devine. I'm sure in winter you will find an equally fresh and delicious salad for the dish. \nThank you to all the staff there. You have a great team. Keep up the great work.",
"Absolutely excellent! Our server Lucas was great! He has a wonderful personality and made our experience that much better! The short rib is delicious! Veggies cooked to perfection!! Strawberry mouse very refreshing!! Great wine list too! Definitely recommend this restaurant and will be back for sure!!",
"Inventive, delicious food and consistently warm, welcoming and efficient service. Locally sourced plates, food, and wine. Great selection of wine and well-made creative cocktails. Made the 3 1/2 hour drive through LA traffic worth it. We would never have guessed that the place had been open for less than 2 weeks.",
"What a great new addition to CVR!! Great, family style servings of farm to table delicacies. I really enjoyed the surprisingly generous vegetable aides. Peach panzanella was a standout but it was all good. The service was perfect. Jeffrey up front and Dre at our table were delightful. We have told all our local friends and will certainly be back. Looking forward to the reimagining of Franklins as a bar as well!",
"The excitement of a new restaurant on Coast Village Rd. Is always exciting! However,.... we were a little offset with their price point. 2 glasses of white wine and two apps which was just shy of $80. \nThe wine list could use a little higher end Napa wines by the glass to choose from. And,while the ahi pokè was delicious the portion size was very small. \nI think for this new restaurant to survive the long haul, they'll have to make some adjustments to their menu,making it more of a place that you can dine at often, rather than just an occasional visit",
"Great new Spot in Montecito! Was warmly greeted by Phil upon arrival, then proceeded to have excellent service the entirety of the night. The place was surprisingly busy for being so new. Ate with 4 friends, we shared a flat bread, a pasta, a salad, and a fish dish. Honestly all of them were incredible. We asked our server for help with wine suggestions, we loved the wines recommended to us. Definitely will return!"
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"We ate at the newly-opened Trevi Restaurant on Glenside Avenue last Thursday, and it was terrific. The space has been completely redone from its days as Rizzo's and feels much larger and more open. A new mural depicting the Trevi Fountain in Rome covers one wall, and the overall effect is modern, clean, and expansive.\n\nThe food was consistently well-executed. My husband had the mixed greens salad with house dressing (a lively vinaigrette) and the egg pappardelle with bolognese sauce. He pronounced it spectacular, with perfectly-cooked noodles and just enough of the rich sauce to coat. I enjoyed an arugula salad with walnuts and \"tomato raisins\" (grape tomatoes dried slightly to enhance their flavor) dressed in a light lemon vinaigrette, and the 12\" house margherita pizza. The pizza was simply delicious, with a slightly-chewy-but-still-crispy wood-fired crust, very fresh tomato sauce, basil and fresh mozzarella cheese browned to perfection. I ate three quarters of that pizza all by myself, and there was still enough for my husband to take for lunch the next day. We didn't think we would get dessert, but seeing that the tiramisu was served in a small cup we figured we could share without getting overly full. The coffee was very good as well. They did only have two dessert options on the night we dined, and it would be nice to see a dessert special or third regular dessert to round out the choices in future.\n\nService was attentive without being overbearing, and the waitstaff were very professional and knowledgeable about all items on the menu. \n\nTheir full menu is up on their Facebook page, with website coming soon. Trevi is byob (we did), and the prices are very reasonable. Our meal was just $43 before tip, and we left feeling happy and satisfied. We are so glad to see life returning to a space that holds such happy memories for so many people in the area! We look forward to our next meal at Trevi.\n\nP.S. Anyone who remembers the scungy old bathrooms at dear departed Rizzo's will be VERY impressed with Trevi's updated facilities!",
"We tried Trevi last friday and are so pleased that we did! My husband had the ceasar salad, which was elegantly presented and tasty, and I had a delicious arugula salad with a delicate homemade vinaigrette. We tried two of the pizzas and were delighted with both of them. The decor is a refreshing update to the old Rizzo's, as are the menu options. We brought our two kids - 3 and 5 years old - and though they enjoyed themselves, I'm not sure I would call it a \"family\" restaurant for young kids. The kids weren't as crazy about the crispy-crust flatbread-style pizza as we adults were (you know how picky kids can be). We will definitely be coming back for a date night without the kids!! I can't wait to try the pasta dishes and desserts. What a great addition to Glenside!",
"I stopped in on Tuesday after work with my mind set on a margherita pizza. I walked in and sat down in an empty restaurant and a very nice waitress Laverne approached me. I told her immediatley that I wanted a margherita pie and a diet coke.\n\nTen minutes later, a piping hot 16 inch margherita pie came to my table. It was not sliced like most pizza. It is sliced like a tomato pie, only round. The crust was blistered and crispy. It had a good backbone and held up very well when picked up.\n\nThe fresh mozz was very good and the sauce was solid, although I like something a little saltier and with more taste. I suspect these were just crushed San Marzanos with a little salt added. There was a nice basil chiffonade sprinkled on the pie.\n\nIt was not the best margherita pie that I've ever had (Barbuzzo is). But it is very, very solid and a welcome addition to the Glenside Pizza Scene. There isn't anywhere near Glenside that is serving these gourmet pizzas. It is true that Pizza Box and Luigi's are very good (I think Luigi's is better than Pizza Box).\n\nI will definitely try other pizzas on my next vist here. I hope that visit comes sooner rather than later.\n\nMight I suggest to the owners to have some gluten free options, like maybe some gluten free pasta on hand?",
"Tried out the old Rizzo's , many changes but we got there at 9 P.M. and were the only customers in the darkness .Had the meatballs,a little pricey and only so-so also ordered a pizza and it was plain jane nothing special for $13 ,Hope it was just a bad night .Good Luck",
"I love this restaurant and pizza is not the only great dish. The salads are gourmet and the bolognese sauce is heaven. It's real Italian, not canned sauce stuff. No need to run to South Philly with TreVi here. As for the wait, it was a fluke because I've been there quite a few times and have brought friends each time. It's lovely. By the way, I was very impressed with the owner and his dad. Well trained chefs and very cordial to guests. It's a keeper.",
"This is one of those restaurants you wish you had a half star rating. \nThey are not a three but they are not a four. \n\nThe inside is decorated in calm green colors. It looks spacious compared to the previous restaurant. By going from booths to tables it opens the space up a ton. \nThe place is usually busy and is fine for a local Italian place. \nThe staff were friendly and prompt with service. I was impressed our waitress put up with our demands. We have a 5 year old and had to do some things to accomodate him, more on that later. \n\nWe came for a dinner on a very hot night. Our party of 3 adults and 1 child ordered a variety of items. We had crab cake, pasta, soup and a panini. \n\nI ordered the panini with goronzola and proscuitto. It came with an argula salad on the same plate. The gorgonzola overwhelms the rest of the sandwhich. The proscuitto was too thin or not enough placed on it to make itself a note in the flavor. The bread seemed to be oily which made it less appealing, tasted like an olive oil The bread was crisp. The salad, was nicely dressed in a vinagrette of some kind. \nThe soup was ordered for the 5 year old. He loves soup. We ordered a bowl instead of a cup. That was a mistake on our part. Because it was too hot for a 5 year old to eat, and he was starving. We had to request a smaller bowl to transfer the soup into, so it would cool faster. They complied with the request. And also the request of a small bowl of parmesian cheese. He also loves that. He had a tomato and crab soup which was good. There is no kids menu, so you have to be creative. \nThe other dishes there were no complaints on, but I did not try at all. The crab cake was clearly home made and was cooked to perfection. The pasta also looked fresh and was an ample size. It came with grilled chicken. \nIt is not too pricey. Expect a long wait if you come during peak times. \nFor dessert we ordered a canoli and an amaretto bread pudding. The waitress offered the adults a choice of a shot of amaretto or kahlua or something like that. I did not know it was FREE. But, thought it would go well to order a shot for my bread pudding. It was more than a shot of alcohol. \nThe bread pudding was delicious and clearly had the amaretto flavor. I'd suggest some additional nuts in it for texture or a sauce of some kind. \nThe canoli's were quickly eaten by people at the table. So they were good quality and delicious. \nI'd recommend going again for a family outing. They do have a variety of Italian from Pizza, Pasta and Panini's to eat. I will not order a panini again. The other meals looked to be better options.",
"I have eaten at TreVi a few times (during the week and on weekends) and have always had a great experience.\n\nThe pizza is amazing - thin crust, great sauce and the right amount of toppings. The meatballs are excellent - I believe the waitress said they were made with beef, pork and veal. And the bolognese is delicious - enough for two meals. And have the limoncello cheesecake for dessert!\n\nThe staff has always been pleasant, the prices are affordable (especially for such fresh cooking) and bonus, it's a BYO.\n\nI hope they stick around because Glenside is sorely lacking in good restaurants.",
"Nothing particularly good or particularly bad, just nothing much to speak of. Appetizers/small plate starters were just o.k. -- we enjoyed the meatballs, but the calamari was pretty ordinary, with a so-so red sauce. Neopalitan pizza was a very crispy crust, on the thin side. Not unlike lots of other trendy pizza joints. Made me miss my old Rizzo's pizza.",
"i read about this restaurant in philly magazine. i was super excited bc iam a pizza fan and am born and raised in glenside!! my mom and i went there during the week and waited about ten minutes to be seated. our waitress was nice and quirky but proceeded to have a x rated conversation with a group of drunk ladies. it was a bit of a turn-off. i ordered a white pizza which was average at best. my mom had the fettucine alfredo which didnt have much taste. i wouldnt recommend this place.",
"The food here had some highs and some lows.\n\nWe hadn't been since it was Rizzo's and they've done a lovely job remodeling; really turning it from looking like a pizza restaurant into something much nicer. We felt slightly under dressed and so not part of the \"in crowd\" watching couple after couple walk in with fancy wine carriers as we waited 1/2 hour for a table on a Friday night (we sadly don't own a fancy wine carrier).\n\nWe started with a mixed green salad and small plate fettuccini. We loved the salad, crisp and perfectly dressed in a simple vinaigrette with thinly sliced red onion and tomato. The fettuccini was also delicious, al dente and in a very light, cheesy (but not gloppy) sauce. They served bread which was basically softish hoagie rolls sliced up but it was nice and fresh. Everything tasted so good we could hardly wait for our \"Trevi Traditional\" pizza to come out. \n\nAnd here is where Trevi trippied - the pizza was NOT good, at all. I didn't like the dry card-boardy crust, the indifferent sauce and cheese or the over spiced, weirdly textured meatballs. We each ate a slice then took the rest home where it sat around our house for a couple of days til hubby ate some and then fed the rest to the birds. \n\nThey were out of the chocolate mascarpone dessert we wanted so we ended with just cappuccino which was very good.\n\nOur server was reasonably efficient and friendly, albeit in a sort of forced manner. There is no parking lot so you take your luck finding a spot on the street. If I was rating just on the starters and decor I'd give them a 4 but our main course the pizza was barely a 2 so I guess I go with a 3 here. If hubby will buy me a really cool wine carrier we may go back and try some different things, but we will not be trying any more pizza!"
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"Pizza and cheesesteaks within walking distance of my childhood home. Steak out is strictly take out. As a matter of fact, you should call ahead because only about four people can stand inside at one time to reach the window for pickup.\n\nGood pizza at good prices. My family likes the macaroni salad, too. It's made fresh (the macaroni was still warm when we last got it) and has LOTS of onions.",
"Seriously great sandwiches, enjoying the \"Steak Italian\" currently. The western decor threw me off when I walked in but the taste overcame the weirdness. Friendly waitstaff had my food out very fast. \nI have a feeling I'll be here often!",
"My, how Steak-Out has grown! It's a full restaurant now, located across the street from its original location. There's a dining room, so you can eat in. \n\nWe eat here at least once every time I visit. I've become a fan of their breakfast sandwiches. They are made fresh and use good ingredients. I like the egg, cheese, and broccoli rabe combo. Just be sure you like garlic, because those veggies have plenty of it! The sandwiches are HUGE, so go hungry. You may not need lunch that day. My bf is a fan of the egg with pepperoni. They offered to fry the pepperoni when he first tried it, and the crispy meat won his heart. The entire delicious mess is served on a large, fresh round Italian roll.\n\nThe pizza and cheesesteaks are still good, too, so dinner is a nice option if you aren't still full from breakfast.",
"I've passed this place on occasion and had been meaning to check it out for a while. I'm glad I finally did.\n\nI picked up a cheesesteak with fried onions and whiz, and an order of fries. Nothing too out of the ordinary, but they were just done really well. The steak was great, the onions tasted as if they used sweet onions as opposed to your typical white onions and the fries were probably the best I'd ever had at any run-of-the-mill pizza shop (which is what Steak Out ultimately boils down to) ... I suspect the use of peanut oil.\n\nAt any rate, I'd gladly return. The food was great and the price was fair.",
"The service is very fast. Wait staff is friendly. But the best part are their cheesesteaks. Better than any Philadelphia metro cheesesteaks I've ever had. If you get a chance stop in or take one out.",
"The meat is often pre-cooked! I've ordered cheesesteaks from there 3 times now and twice they have given me sandwiches filled with soggy meat. Only once have I heard the sound of steel spatulas dicing up the steak. \n\nThey do have generios portions but I want my cheesesteaks cooked when I order them, not assembled.",
"Cheesesteaks better than a lot of Philly estabs. Pizza OK if everything else is closed. Decent salads. Pretty varied menu but I usually stick to the csteaks.",
"I've been eating here for years since it first opened in their little shack days. The best cheese steaks around the tri-state area! Why bother driving to Philly when the best is right here. Their steaks and also much larger than you will ever get from the big Philly names. Never greasy steaks like some competitors. I always order Wiz-wit and 100% satisfied every single time. Almost always get a pizza slice while I'm waiting, which is also good, but I'm there for the CS. Through the years, I've tried so many different cheese steaks in NJ, PA, DE, NY and other states and haven't found anyone that beats Steak Out. I found one about 10 years ago that was close in Newark, DE when I lived in that area, but after they sold their business about 6 years ago, it's never been the same. \n\nService is always fast and friendly. This new (not really new now) location is so much better than the original, and yet they have been able to maintain their quality since day one. \n\nIf you want the best cheese steak, I believe this place is the best!",
"Best Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak in the area, IMHO. Take-out orders seem to have less meat than eat-in orders. Maybe because there's no tip involved? Free soda refills on eat-in orders!",
"Yum!\nMy parents grabbed a few cheesesteaks from here before I left to fly back to the west coast. Cheesesteak with raw onions...it was awesome. Perfect amount of beef, cheese and raw onions. And the bread...crispy outside and soft inside.\n\nI've got one checked in my bag. TSA better not touch it."
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"I really like this place. The best diner/restaurant in the Northeast and in fact the area. Michael's bought it out so I hope it doesnt become like other michael's restaurants.",
"As long as I remember, everyone I know called this place Country Club Diner. It's always been a cut about other diners, especially the bakery. Even though Michael bought the place, it is my understanding that he allows each location to continue operating their bakery as it was before he took ownership. This should explain why the cherry cheesecake at Country Club is still the most amazing dessert on the planet. None of Michael's other places even comes close where that cheesecake is concerned.\n\nAlthough I haven't seen lines wrapped around the building like there used to be back in the day, they still seem to do a respectable business and the patrons look fairly satisfied. I had breakfast here recently and, honestly... no complaints. Good portions, the service was very good and the prices are reasonable. Therefore, I'm gonna go ahead and grant my old haunt 4 stars, for being consistently good all these years.",
"Ooops. Seems they did the unthinkable. They changed cheesecakes. No longer that sweet gooy, pudding-like quality like the old days. I was there recently and sure enough, they served me a piece of that same old cakey New York style cheesecake you get everywhere else these days. If you are an old fan of Country Club diner because of the cheesecake alone, like I was, here's a newsflash: You no longer have to go out of your way for dessert here. It's still a good place to eat, but I had to take away one of the stars I had originally gave it. Bummer.",
"Nice place to eat........good service........comfortable atmosphere........fair prices. Staff is pleasant and the desserts are to die for!!",
"I have been to the CCR several times over the past couple of years. It is a very satisfactory diner, and I love it. It reminds me of the places I would go for lunch with my grandma in Chicago. The CCR misses in a few places (fake iced tea and those awful coated fries, among other things), but overall the food is really good, the servers are mostly but not all good, and the booths and dining room are really nice for a long leisurely meal. They have a lot of interesting things on the menu, as well as all of your normal diner dishes. Their turkey is especially good--open faced sandwich, turkey club, with potatoes--whatever. You get a nice pile of thinly sliced breast meat cut against the grain. The desserts are mostly good. The fountain soda is fizzy and tastes right.",
"Standard diner food. Breakfast is much better than the lunch/dinner options. Bakery is okay.",
"Very typical diner fare. \nOne thing diners (usually) get right is breakfast. Country Club is no exception. The pancakes, my personal favorite, are huge, fluffy & delicious. \nI'm in love with the bakery. Try the chocolate raspberry cake, and you will be too.",
"breakfast is breakfast. the food is good but it's a little expensive for breakfast.an $8 omelet just seems a little too much. also had a waitress that was kind of awkward. seemed like she was struggling walking around and spent too much time at our table making small talk.",
"I really haven't met a diner that I don't like, so this one is no exception. Their bakery is no joke! All the cakes, cookies, pies and sticky buns are in your face as you walk in...screaming for you to just reach over and stuff your face. But, be strong my friend, because there is about to be a lot of food where you're heading. \n\nThe turkey club is a hands down must try and they literally give you enough to make it into 2 meals. They also have a chicken salad club sandwich which I never had before I came here and which I totally love as well. Of course they also have a large selection of All Day breakfast selections, of which the corn beef hash has been my favorite ;)\n\nAll in all, a great, solid diner. \n\nP.S. Although they look delicious, the pies have not been my favorite. Sad, but true.",
"We had a family Thanksgiving dinner there yesterday. We have had many dinners there before,But this year was awful.We had one overworked waitress handling our family of 13. At 6pm they were out of sweet potatoes.Entrees were served mostly cold, turkey was dry ,cold and served with something called gravy,My crab arrived tepid and after repeated requests for my baked potato was told they had run out. \nOrdered desert , sorry out of apple pie,can you believe it\nStay away, we guess they must have a new owner or cooks or whatever , but thats there problem , , , go somewhere else,,,we will !!!"
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"Finally after two years of waiting, Golden Bowl opened two weeks ago in Ardmore. This restaurant is owned and run by the same family that runs Golden China, a strictly take-out/delivery restaurant a few doors down. Even though the family owns both restaurants, the menus are NOT the same.\n\nWe, with some trepidation, decided to go for Mother's day, which was also a family birthday. We are wary of going to eat out on such holidays, as generally the restaurant is jammed, service harried and food rushed. However, the birthday girl really wanted to go, so OK. \n\nWe called and made a reservation, meaning when we arrived our table was waiting for us. The restaurant has three 'sections' - a main dining room and two semi-divided rooms, all separated by the main desk. So, you could have a semi-private meal or a large group and not create blockage in the main dining room - very nice. The decor is hipster casual, lots of dark wood an espresso colored chairs, very very clean. You will not be looking at ticky-tacky Chinese decor, though it's not quite as upscale as renovated Hu Nan down the street.\n\nService was excellent, very attentive, we had two waiters who handled our table wonderfully. \n\nNow for the food: Really, really good. Started with dumplings and Shanghai Juicy Buns. Yum. Juicy buns especially were excellent. Also an order of chicken egg rolls that were delish.\n\nEntrees - Honey Walnut Shrimp - excellent, shrimps were Giant Mutant Martian variety they were so big. Also got Shrimp with Veggies, these shrimps were also huge. Pad Thai was excellent (though a scotch below our gold standard Sukhothai in Havertown). Large Bowl soup (enough for 6 people) with Wonton and Udon noodles was outstanding. Their broth was amazing. Short rips arrived sizzling and savory. General Tso's Chicken was crunchy, sweet and not dried-out inside. Beef with Cashews was surprisingly excellent, and the chicken with broccoli was really nicely done with the chicken tender and the sauce delicate but not cloying. Overall the food was fresh and well prepared, without the use of overly sweet or heavy sauces that smother the food.\n\nWe thought the cost was very reasonable, 8 of us ate until we were stuffed and they packed a large bag of takeout for $175 with tip. \n\nPlenty of angled parking on Rittenhouse Place and a flat lot half a block away make this an easy place to get to. It's also a short walk from the Ardmore Train station and the bus stops. Golden Bowl is a welcome addition to the Ardmore restaurant scene, and should give Hu Nan and Sang Kee a run for their money.",
"always love to find a good new place in the neighborhood. we went the first week it was open and then again a week later. the food was good and may become our replacement for Pak Yue, which has really gone downhill since it was sold. I am a big fan of their shrimp dumplings and the phoenix roll is really good.",
"I was leery of the name, but after a recommendation from a friend, I decided to take my family there for dinner. To our surprise, this new addition to ardmore was excellent. The decor was chic and open. Staff were extremely friendly, AND it's BYOB with no cork fee. \n\nWe started off the table of six with a round of appetizers consisting of seared ahi tuna, hong kong style wontons, vegetarian spring rolls, and fried tofu with mango sauce. All were excellent aside from just a little too much sauce on the fried tofu ( great sauce). The owners were super receptive to comments about the food. It's nice to get hong kong style wontons in the suburbs, and not have to drive to Chinatown or my grandma's.\n\nDinner consisted of beef short ribs with black pepper sauce, pad Thai, Law hong vegetarian dish, and lettuce wrap with chicken. The law hong vegetable dish was our favorite! 5 different mushrooms sautéed together in a savory brown sauce. For meat eaters, the ribs were very tasty and tender. The lettuce wraps were definitely one of the better ones I've tried in awhile. \n\nAll in all, it was a great meal in a bistro setting, comfortable and not cramped. Extremely reasonable prices for what you get. It's a Chinese family owned restaurant specializing in panasian cuisine, but they definitely excel in the Chinese cuisine portion of the menu. Great find, and would definitely recommend for others.",
"This place is pretty freakin' cool and I really hope the waiters and staff are just as excited in 3 years from now because it's an awesome place to eat. \n\nWe ordered and immediately got a complimentary ginger (I think) salad. So tasty.\n\nMy boyfriend ordered soup and I ordered duck udon. We split the food and it was more than enough for both of us.\n\nThe bowls live up to their name...HUGE bowls. Even cooler, they brought out little bowls for us to each separately.\n\nOverall, a great experience and each dish was under $15 (the huge bowl was $8...wow!)",
"This is one of those reviews that you hate to write ..... the word is going to get out ... but with this place it's going to happen anyway ... so what the heck.\n\nWe have been long-time customers of Golden China .... best Chinese takeout for the price on the lower main line. Now the staff has taken over an old beer distribitor space and turned it into a sleek and beautiful space ..... so .... now Golden Bowl is the best Chinese rest. for the price on the Main Line .... BY FAR.\n\nFirst off, the service was TOP RATE .... one of the best I've ever had\nSecond ... it's a BYOB ... say no more\nFinally .... the food is AWESOME. There is a clear differentiation between the Golden China menu/food and the Golden Bowl menu/food .... I mean that as the highest compliment .... the food is more expensive in the Bowl ... BUT ... well worth the price. Everything that our table of six had was cooked to perfection.\n\nThe coolest part ..... after knowing the owner (Tina) just a little bit for the last six years, we had a long conversation. If you are a long time customer, she will know you (if you get delivery where you live) and what you typically order (she has a crazy good memory). She's one neat lady and a heck of a businesswoman .... bottom line ...\n\nGO TO THIS PLACE NOW!!!!!! ..... before it's too late (the food/ambiance won't change but the line sure will)",
"This place is owned by a Chinese family but they serve various Vietnamese, Korean, Thai, and Japanese dishes. I am so happy that they serve bubble tea (smoothies with tapioca pearls) and Thai tea. And they have dim sum!!! Their juice buns are delicious. and the servers are very attentive and friendly.\n\nI will definitely come back here, but make sure if you can't tolerate spicy food, like me, to ask them to not make the food spicy.",
"Came here with my girlfriend.\n\nFirst, we ordered soup dumplings and 'crystal shrimp shumai'. The shrimp dumplings (they were not shumai) were fine, nothing special. On the other hand, the soup dumplings were terrible. Frozen soup dimplings are better. They were completely dry, and the meat inside was raw. They only resembled soup dumplings in appearance.\n\nFor main dishes we ordered Hunan Chicken and Hot Pot Vegetable. The only difference between the two dishes was the sauce and the chicken. There was nothing 'Hunan' about the Hunan chicken. It was thin pieces of chicken in a bland brown sauce loaded with MSG (as indicated by lock-jaw), and the vegetables. These included snow peas, bamboo, broccoli, mushrooms, and carrots cut with jagged edges that you might find from the most generic of Chinese takeout restaurants. In fact, the food was identical to Chinese takeout food that I've had for a fraction of the price, albeit with more MSG.\n\nNow on to the service. The man who served us was lazy and uninterested. He was showing a new female waitress the ropes by ordering food and sitting her down to a nicer meal than ours. You read that right, our server was flirting with a waitress while eating a meal from the kitchen at a customer table. We felt as if we were interrupting them when I asked for a clean plate because of the raw meat. This was quite maddening.\n\nI was going to give them two stars for decor, which was nice but not distinctive. Then my Girlfriend reminded me that we've had better food and service at the most un-authentic of Chinese takeout restaurants.\n\nDon't eat here.",
"I went here for the first time tonight with my son. I actually rememebr when this was a beer distributor and I would hardly recognize the place. Nice and comfortable place. The food was very good. We shared the Shanghai Juicy Buns based on another reviewer. Yum. We both had udon noodles, and again it was good. I will go back again, the menu is large so theer's lots to choose from.",
"I have to say we were really pleased with the service, food and atmosphere at this place. It's really quite good - they had specials in addition to the normal menu and the summer roll was outstanding. I had a noodle bowl with chicken and vegetables that I loved. The whole bill for 2 people was $30 and we ate a lot! I was even rubbing my arms due to the AC being above us and the waiter saw that and turned it down. Highly recommended and we are getting take out tonight!!!",
"Wonderful lunch prices! had a four course lunch for $8.00; and it was good. A salad, egg roll, meal and brown rice. Unheard of! My buddy got a giant bowl of noodle soup that also looked fantastic. We were not charged for the green tea -I think this will become one of my regular lunch stops. \nI'd probably only give it 4 stars for dinner; it gets a bit more pricey."
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"I wandered into The Mill today and tried the Buffalo Bomb. Let me tell you, it may be the best buffalo chicken cheeststeak I've ever had. Perfectly cooked chicken, jalapeños and BACON! Now why the hell didn't anyone ever think to put bacon on a buffalo chicken cheesteak? GENIUS! I can't wait to go back and try their pizza. It looked delicious!",
"Went today for lunch with a group of coworkers, figured we would check it out on their opening day! Parking is behind the building and is at a premium, but the entrance is easily accessible from the lot. Once inside, the downstairs has a counter area for pickup, and a bar with stools to eat in. \n\nWe decided to dine in, and were taken upstairs to the full service dining area. It is gorgeous, they really did a nice job with the renovations! Good amount of seating, 2 large flat screen TVs, and some cool pictures of area landmarks from back in the day.\n\nAll of the employees were friendly and welcoming. Everyone at the table ordered mostly sandwiches, we didn't try the pizzas or salads, but saw a few going to other tables & they looked good. \n\nMenu has something for everyone, and prices are reasonable. Food took a little long to come out, but I think it was just some first day \"working out the kinks\" kinda delays, and I believe they're still looking to hire another cool. Regardless, I can't wait to go back again & maybe check things out at dinner time and take advantage of it being BYOB. \n\nThrilled to have another good eatery in the area!",
"I went for lunch today. I ordered Caesar salad with chicken. It was very delicious. I also liked the service and reasonable pricing.",
"Great food, fun atmosphere! The building is really neat as well. You must try the buffalo bomb & the cheesesteak egg rolls!! To die for!!!!",
"This place just reopened so I'll come back and may update the review higher. The food was awesome. I love that it's BYOB. the service was friendly but looked like they were working out the early kinks. I ordered the Poutine appetizer, which was fantastic, with the works (bacon and onions) but got it without (was not charged for the extra). It arrived late...just before the meals. Small issues that I'm sure will be worked out. My pizza (The Ticket-white) was outstanding. My wife and daughter said their sandwiches were amazing.\n\nThe decor is great. It's a 130 year old building and they make the most of it with exposed brick and barnwood tables. \n\nHighly recommended for wood fired pizza and great sandwiches.",
"Gonna prefix this with the fact that this was probably their first busy day open with most people having holiday tomorrow. We got take out. The wait staff was nice and the food was prepared fairly quickly. (15 mins at 5PM). We got the chicken cheesesteak, wood fired wings and the pear salad. While waiting it appeared to be a bit hectic with food for eat in customers on the take out counter while others were ordering. Seemed lik we they had very little room to hold items for orders and the staff was busy between the upstairs eat in and the busy take out waiting room\n\nCheesesteak looked average and my daughter liked it. The wings were ok. Just barely cooked though, could've probably used another 5-10 mins to be perfect. The skin wasn't crispy, like I like wings, and I think they forgot the garlic and parmesan cheese because there was no flavor other than the wood.\n\nI was a little miffed with the wood fired pear salad. I usually don't buy salads out because I can make them at home for 1/4 the price but, this sounded really good, wood fired pears, gorgonzola cheese, candied nuts, yum, how could you go wrong?...Well when I got home I found there was no cheese or candied nuts. The 1/2 pear was good but could have used some more because there was enough lettuce for 3 salads.\n\nI'd try this place again but, I'll wait until they have a few months under their belt.",
"There is a new spot for a casual sit down dining experience or take out, and it's in the little town of Kulpsville! Great sandwiches, tasty salads and a nice selection of sides and appetizers. The Mill has a creative menu and a very cool decor and atmosphere to add to the experience. Excellent service. BYOB. \n I only expect this place to get better and more popular. We love it!",
"Great food. Great atmosphere. Will be back often. Cheese steak egg rolls and the Buffalo Bomb are fantastic. You will leave full!",
"The mill melt is so delicious. I never thought to combine bbq chicken, bacon, Gouda and cranberry bread! \n\nI housed the whole thing in a matter of minutes. I loved the hand made chips that come along side the sandwiches. \n\nI can't tell you how many times I drove by this place and never even noticed it reopened!\n\nIf I am ever in need of a sandwich (and in the area), I know where to get my fix! Forget the wawa across the street. Be sure to follow the signs and head to The Mill",
"Ok so this is a new place and we couldn't wait to try it because there I literally no place good to eat in this area.. Sorry to say there still isn't! Service was horrible basically teenagers are running the upstairs seating area. We were instructed to head upstairs to the dining area where we sat in this small room just waiting and waiting not knowing we were in the wrong room... We made our way to the other dining area and we sat ourself because the sign stating \"please wait to be seated\" was not facing the door we came though. We sat again with the staff just starring at us. That's when I asked my youngest daughter to get us menus. Then the teenage hostess came over and asked us to move to yet another table! Seriously the place is small but we move 1 foot over so it could be convenient for our waitress. Now for the food the pizzas were bland no flavor at all! We ordered both the white and the margarita. Our drinks were served in tiny mason jars and they remained empty for sometime until we had to ask for a re-fill. Like I said adult supervision was truly necessary for customer service was poor. We left there not knowing if they even had dessert because no one offered it to us"
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"Tried this new place for dinner Monday night and was impressed. The place looks great compared to what was in this location before. Bar area was classy, dining rooms were open, and best of all the bacon-wrapped filet was wonderful. Service was better than expected for the recent opening. Some kinks to be worked out including menus printed on the office computer (I'm assuming this is coming soon) and limited dessert selection which the waitress said was coming as well. Would definitely return to try another dish.",
"Currently has a limited menu but still diverse and delicious. Good wings and pasta.\nHave heard the beef Marco is also good.\nLove the ice rail on the bar, keeps your beverage cold (All bars should have them).\nI plan on spending a lot of time here eating and drinking in the years to come. \nJust what downtown Belleville needed. Hope it stays around for a long time .......",
"NO CHILDREN AFTER 4PM PLEASSE! We dined with another couple last sat. night..and I was disgusted with the stupid people who brought their children..this is a Tavern, not a family restaurant. That is what Applebee's if for...Seriously some woman had her toddler sitting up on the bar...ReallY??????? There were four of us in our party, and two of us had small children at home...isnt' that what a babysitter is for? Otherwide stay home! Another man walked in with a baby in a bumber seat?? DUH! The Wine Tap just down the street, specifically states on their menu, no children after 4pm....guess some people have to be told....that is why we enjoy going there.....Marco's would be wise to do the same....The food is soo good, its a shame..a few people have to ruin it for the masses!",
"Went with a group of friends for a nice dinner night out. Service was slow and took awhile to get drinks refilled. Salad was very delicious for the meal. I got the pesce marinara and my girlfriend had the linguini ala Marco. The pesce was flavorful but there was supposed to be scallops, shrimp and clams. There was 1 scallop and it was very undercooked and extremely chewy. The linguini ala marco was very tasteless and almost tasted out of a box. Had to add a lot of parmesan cheese to be tasteful enough to eat. Value of taste for price of food was not satisfactory. The setting was very pleasant, but we will not be back to eat , but would be back to have drinks.",
"It's wonderful to have another good restaurant option in Belleville. Sometimes I just don't feel like driving to St. Louis or Edwardsville! \n\nThe Tequila Lime Shrimp are a bit bland and I'd advise a different app choice. BUT the wasabi-encrusted salmon was amazing! One of the best pieces of salmon that I've had outside of Great Britain. It was completely unexpected. \n\nI can't wait to go back and try it again.",
"Favorite place in the B.L.V. \n\nDecor strikes chords of pub, sports bar, meeting-place, and casual restaurant all at the same time, depending on where you want to sit. \n\nCan't recommend the Caprese Pizza any higher other than \" you'll regret not getting it\". In addition, the menu is varied enough to satisfy every need from bar food all the way to nice dinner. \n\nBeen coming here weekly since they opened. Can't get enough of the most re-vitalizing venue on Main St.",
"This was my first experience with a \"limited\" opening. The first three times I tried eating here, I failed. For a long while, they only had an operational bar with no food. Apparently, this is what's called a limited opening. I guess it's easier to gradually introduce to facets of a restaurant rather than make sure everything is ready to go for a grand opening. Meh. I'm going to go ahead and assume this sort of thing would only go down in Bellevegas. \n\nThe night I FINALLY got to try their food, I was quite disappointed. My salad was not all I had hoped for. With dark greens, goat cheese and nuts, you really can't go wrong -- but I'm fairly certain they left the flavor sitting on the counter in the back. It was totally flat. Nothing popped. Even the dressing was ho hum. Since trying their food, I have only gone back for a drink or two. Their let down of my favorite kind of salad still saddens me and I cannot bring myself to try anything else save a beer or two. This is what happens when you get your hopes up for fine dining in Belleville.",
"Lots of empty tables, yet we were told there'd be \"like about an hour wait\" for a party of 2. Okay, technically not a food review but nonetheless reflective of some service-related issues.",
"The place great curb appeal and the layout is spacious. The background music and decor lends to a comfortable feel within. Two thumbs up in that aspect.\\\n\nAs for how my experience went the other day, the waiter was not familiar with pronunciation of the beers nor was a glass brought out with the beer. I realize for those who drink Bud/Miller/Coors it is appropriate to drink from the bottle, but a craft/higher quality beer needs a glass. Not sure if the Tavern is even aware that different styles of beer usually go with certain glass styles. Fortunately the first 3 glasses were beer clean, the fourth not so much.\nFood was brought out before the silverware and the waiter told us someone was bringing the silverware. We only waited 10 seconds or so until our forks arrived, but for an establishment that wants to be classier than a regular pub, put in some effort.\n\nThumbs down when it comes to the waiter we had. He may not be the norm for the other wait staff but he did not impress at all.\n\nIf the competition a block down the street is too packed, I may stop in Tavern again, but my first impression was nothing to brag about.",
"Great food and atmosphere! My wife and I really love warm bread and usually get a good idea about a place from their bread. This place delivered! I had the \"surf and turf\". The fillet was perfectly cooked and tasted great. The scallops were pretty tiny but were also cooked perfectly. The prices were very reasonable with nothing costing more than $18. We finished the meal with a slice of homemade Bailey's cheesecake, which was great. The only drawbacks were that the vegetables were clearly from a frozen bag and were overcooked and the coffee was below normal restaurant standards. Overall it was a great date and I'd go back."
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"Great food even though they're still working through the opening kinks. I'm a big fan of the one in Marlton and I'm excited that there is finally one in my neck of the woods. I love their salads!!!",
"Stopped in for lunch today after paying my Comcast bill next door at the Xfinity Store (one person working there? Ugh!!!) -- had eaten at their Promenade location in Marlton before so I knew what I was getting. \n\nOrdered a turkey burger and added some options like caramelized onions and avocado. Toppings were cool but not enough to complain because I was on the phone while they called my name so the sandwich sat for 5 minutes after it was served. I'll be back again to try their other options and salads. Excellent location in the center of the Centerton Shopping Center.",
"Well, well, well. Fast food with a focus on fresh produce and healthful options, not to mention reasonable prices? I'd say b. good nailed this concept!\n\nI stopped in tonight because I downloaded their app which gave me a free side AND a free sandwich. I used the app to order and didn't think I'd be able to combine these deals, however, I found I could! Major deal! When I arrived to pick up my food they only had a ticket for sweet potato fries and not my sandwich even though the app proved I ordered a sandwich, fries and a drink. The issue was quickly resolved although I ended up feeling bad that the deals were most likely not supposed to be combined as the manager seemed puzzled. Despite this awesome deal I was treated very well. \n\nEveryone working there was friendly and energetic. The people behind the counter cooking the food were efficient and I saw them looking out for each other and keeping each other in check to make sure every item was perfect. I can't tell you how impressed I was with this fact alone. \n\nThe inside is beautiful and open. Sort of a hipster-mod feel to it. The soda selections ranged from ordinary (cola) to original (watermelon cream). They also had fresh brewed iced tea and house made lemonade. They also have very delicious Sir Kensington ketchup. It has more texture and flavor than Heinz. I believe it's organic as well. Behind the counter everything seemed clean and it was so wonderful to see piles and drawers full of FRESH vegetables! It truly made me smile. \n\nNow, for the food. I ordered a veggie burger on a wheat roll in their Buffalo style ($7.49). I'm a vegetarian and am pretty picky about veggie burgers. I really don't like bean burgers and prefer grain style with some veggies mixed in. The veggie burger here was one of my favorites. It seemed to be grain based with some veggies. It was packed loose and not a tight or firmly packed patty. The taste was awesome and I really enjoyed their take on the buffalo style with hot sauce, shaved celery and marinated carrots. They included a few crumbles of blue cheese which really worked well. The sweet potato fries are baked to perfection. Some pieces soft and sweet, others charred and crisp. I thought the ketchup and sweet potato fries worked really well together. \n\nI can't think of a better experience and I really enjoyed the food. They earned their 5 stars! I'll be back soon to try some more of their food and check on consistency. Overall I'm very happy to have one near me!",
"The service wasn't the best. The girl that took our order spoke way too fast but then said we were talking way too fast so we needed to repeat our order. They were out of two of the tens we wanted which is kind of disappointing once you finally figure out what you want. The decor is cool and open. Love that. Now about the food. The French fries were unbelievably good. The sweet potato and white potato were equally delicious. The veggie burger wasn't as flavorful as I had hoped but not too bad. The turkey burger was excellent! Juicy and flavorful.",
"Excited to try the new place in town, sadly we were disappointed. We ordered burgers. They were out of wheat rolls but that was okay. The order was quickly filled. The plates were small with the the burger looking lost on the plate. The turkey burger was dry and tasteless. The roll was stale. One order was chicken breast by mistake. It took a while but the mistake was corrected and cards to return for a free entree were provided. Should have kept the chicken it was much better than the turkey burger. We also tried the sweet potato fries - they were burnt and cold. Yes the atmosphere is cool and the draw of local fresh food sounded good but we are sorry we didn't find the food to be fresh and delicious.",
"Today was our first time visiting, and like others we were excited to be trying a new place in the neighborhood. We couldn't even get in the door good and one of the employees just bombarded us yelling \"you need to use the app to order as we are having technical issues with the registers, or I'm just gonna have to take your order on this paper\". She ended up getting the register going again and then seemed very stressed and ready to go home while she was rudely taking our order. Long story short, she took our order and after waiting 15 minutes and not getting our food we realized the order was never put in. They took another 10 minutes and 3 different cashiers to do our refund. Horrible first experience so needless to say we won't return to this location. Maybe Marlton is better?",
"I usually like this place, the salads are good.. Made a mistake ordering an \"acai bowl\" today after I got excited to see on their menu. Please learn how to make a real acai bowl. The acai blend was scoop of frozen mixture out of a large container. Then had a sprinkle of granola, three slices of kiwi, a half of a banana cut down the center, and topped with two frozen strawberries...... This was terrible not even edible.",
"The service is extremely slow. I've been twice to this location and both times it seems as if no one is in charge. All of the staff are huddled around talking while food they need to finish preparing is getting cold. I've never had anything hot from this place.\n\nI told the girl taking my order today that the last time they left a few things off of my order. She starred at me like she couldn't speak and than just walked away. Amazing.\n\nIt's a good idea gone bad with poor management and follow through. That's a shame.",
"Stumbled across this new restaurant in my quest to eat something healthy for lunch, in lieu of the nearby drive through options. Love the concept of locally sourced, fresh food as well as the gluten free options available. \n\nI opted for the butternut salad with chicken added and sweet potato fries. One word......Delicious!!! The salad is a very generous size and really satisfied my post workout hunger. The salad is paired with a mustard vinaigrette (which i got on the side in case I didn't like) and that was also very good. The sweet potato fries were fresh, oven baked and very tasty as well. \n\nThe employees are all very friendly and even offered me \"fresher\" fries if I didn't mind waiting but I was fine with what they gave me. \n\nThe restaurant was spotlessly clean, bright, very open, airy and modern. \n \nI will definitely be back to try the burgers!",
"I was very excited by the fresh food concept when I happened to walk past this store today and decided to try them. However, I was very disappointed by the food. The portion was very oversized and bland, and literally fell apart as I tried to eat some of it. For complete details, I ordered the veggie burger \"Cousin Oliver\" w/o cheese, and the takeout service was friendly and fast."
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"great selection of food and great cheesecake. they have this drink called the bikini martini which i've never had but it's the name of my alter ego so i dig it. i recommend the brownie sundae cheesecake because let's face it, brownies are the best. as far as food, you can't go wrong with the jambalaya or the herb crusted salmon. the one thing i can't stand about this place is there is always a wait and it usually averages around two hours.",
"Tasty food, nice variety of dishes on the menu, and HUGE portions - service is hit-or-miss at this Cheesecake Factory location but has been getting better (Anne Marie was the most recent server who helped me out). Great desserts, cheesecake is definitely their hallmark. Recommended for any get together. One negative is that they don't take reservations (in fact, no Cheesecake Factory does that I'm aware of) and that their prices aren't the most wallet-friendly.\n\nI've had many dishes here, including the:\n- Tex Mex rolls - they're huge for an appetizer, needed to share that\n- macaroni balls - not a bad app, just balls of macaroni and cheese deep-fried... if that's your bag, go for it\n- Firecracker Salmon Rolls ($9) - spiced fresh salmon rolled in spinach and fried in a crisp wrapper. Served with a sweet hot (haha riiiiight!) chili sauce\n- Bang Bang chicken and shrimp - had this in Baltimore and loved it, but then again here. Wasn't as good as I remembered\n- Sheila's New Orleans Pasta - not bad\n- cajun jambalaya - good, surprisingly tangy, would get it again\n- Thai chicken pasta - never mix \"Thai\" and \"pasta\" in the name of a dish - not really good\n- crispy spicy beef ($15) - crispy fried slices of steak sauteed with green beans, shiitake mushrooms, onions, carrots and sesame seeds in a sweet-spicy sauce with white rice - not spicy, VERY sweet, with crispy (who would have thunk it) pieces of meat\n\nI've had a few desserts here but I only remember their carrot cake cheesecake because it's my favorite there - delicious! Definitely come here for their cheesecake. Their food you can live without.",
"The KOP Cheesecake Factory doesn't take reservations. Inconvenient, yes, because the food is average, but, let's be honest -- you're here for the cheesecake. You almost forget the two-hour wait once you dig into the vanilla bean cheesecake - almost. \n\nUrban Outfitters is right across the way, so my friends and I usually amuse ourselves with the irreverent humor books while we wait.",
"I went here with my friend once. I haven't been back b/c KOP is an hour from my house, but I did enjoy the Cheesecake Factory. We had to wait for a table, but it wasn't that long, considering it was dinnertime on a Saturday night. I'd estimate we only waited about 20 minutes, which we killed by checking out the Urban Outfitters next door. The food was good, especially the avacado eggrolls. But, I'll be honest, I didn't really care what I had for a meal because I was saving room for cheesecake anyway. And the cheesecake did not disappoint. First, they had so many varieties that I had a hard time choosing just one. After an agonizing decision, I decided to have one variety for dessert (I forget what it was, but it had peanut butter and chocolate in it) and to take one home (cherries on top of regular cheesecake). The cake was delicious - light, airy, and it melted in my mouth. Yum. Cheesecake perfection.",
"Fun place. I've never been before because the line always seemed too long. In reality the wait was only about 10 minutes on a Friday night. Menu was quite extensive and even the very picky eaters were able to find things they liked. Servers were quick and friendly. Prices weren't horrible. I'm looking forward to going back.",
"I don't get people. The Cheesecake Factory is OK at its best. Lets get something straight: when you wait in long lines for food, well, remember all of the places you waited in line for food. They were probably cafeteria's so I don't think this is much different. Not that restaurants this large can't make good meals but ANY time your serving this many people at once your food quality will suffer. I am not willing to pay this much money and time for average meals. Please remember the best food comes from regional favorites eateries and small, well owned restaurants most of which will carry all kinds of testimonials from food experts and critics. You will not ever see the CCF on this list. So I say average (or less) for this eatery.",
"Overall, an average dining experience with an above average wait. Friends and I went on a saturday night not too long ago, because we heard it was decent. I had the peanut butter pasta. The service was slow, I'm assuming because of the heavy load of business, but we eventually got our meal which was fine taste wise but the chicken in my pasta was a little on the rubbery side. We split an oreo cheesecake dessert which was also about average. I would give this place 3 stars if the line wasn't so long. I don't understand how so many good restaurants are struggling when this middling enterprise seems to be thriving.",
"I'm actually a huge fan of their fish dishes (mahi-mahi, tuna, salmon, etc.) . And their avocado rolls are pretty darn good too. Everything else is average. I WOULD give them a better rating but NO THANK YOU to the 2 hour wait period on the weekends, and what the heck is with the no reservations policy? I tried to go there last night with a group of 10. Shouldn't they at least consider reservations for a large party? Ridiculous. Unless I get seated right away, I don't think it's worth the wait. Plenty of other half-decent restaurants in the KoP area.",
"Good Food Prepared In Their Own Way, Long Waits, Still Worth It, and Service Gets 5 *.\n\nNOTE: Cheesecake Factory does serve a lots of different cheesecakes, but it also have meals services. I didn't know that at first. I really thought it was a Cheesecake Factory.\n\nThe Cheesecake Factory has many different varieties of food. Different types of food. From Italian, Asian, Spanish, a few others. However, it doesn't quite taste like ... cultural food. The meals there are not bad at all, no, they just have their own way of cooking it. A bit of a Cheesecake Factory signature. Its very good in its own way. Still very filling and tasty.\n\nIf you are a person who loves to eat and try different things, I would recommend getting the appetize sampler to share with a friend. There are Vietnamese Spring rolls, avocado rolls, calamari, etc. iThere is a lot of food within the sampler, and you might want to watch how much your eating at first because you might not be able to get your salad to dinner. (Due to be too full.) There are many different salads there, and most of the ones I have tried, are all great! Pasta and fish there are also great there as well. \n\nThere are way too many desserts, from at least 25 different types of cheesecakes to strawberries and whip cream. Its a great place to bring a big and small groups of people. The wait is definitely long, but no disappoint. The servers are really nice and friendly as well, and are able to help you through whatever assistance needed.",
"What is there to say about the Cheesecake Factory that hasn't already been said. You know, the stuff like,\"The wait is about an hour and a half,\"or, \"The wait is about two hours.\" You get the point, if you are willing to wait, you will be delivered good food and fairly good service at this king of prussia location. The plus factor about waiting at this location is the added bonus of having an Urban Outfitters right next door where you can shop until you are buzzed. And don't listen to them when they tell you that little device won't work outside the restaurant, they are BS. Feel free to go in Urban Outfitters, or feel free to take a rest on the leather massage chairs just around the bend in front of Mortons."
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"This is some of the best Chinese in town! And strangely enough, it's situated in a nondescript shopping center in Casas Adobes.\n\nYes, it's a little pricier than some of its inferiors and better-knowns (i.e. Rose Garden & Tokyo Rose), but that's because the food is of much higher quality. The honey-cashew shrimp is a dish I've never seen replicated better anywhere, not even in Chinatown of San Francisco. The mushroom and veggie dishes are great too. I recommend this place to anyone looking for good Chinese on the north side.",
"Tucson this is your best Chinese food you got. It is a decent place to go eat if you are craving chinese food. \n\nWaitresses are nice, good service, good tasting food, i will make the longer distance drive to have some of the best chinese food in TUCSON. Regular price of a chinese restaurant. Cheap if you go with friends and do family style and go dutch with everyone. I go around 2 times a month. \n\nThey have Dim Sum i think it ends at 11am.\n\nThe restaurant is Family owned so its not diluted by distasteful influences. Drive a little further your stomach will thank you.\n\nor drive to San Diego and you wont regret it...good asian food is only a 5hr drive from tucson",
"One good sign that this is a good place to eat is the presence of Chinese diners. \n\nI have been to China Phoenix for dim sum and dinner and can only rave. The food is authentic while not drowning in high sodium sauces. The portions are very generous, which is proportionate to the price. \n\nFour dinner/entree plates and soup, which we shared family style among four people, cost $65.\n\nFeed the beast at China Phoenix. The beast will not be disappointed.",
"Don't bother.\n\nWe went here recently on Christmas. We knew they got busy so had an early reservation and called early in the day to pre-order our food so it'd be waiting. We had young children with us. The food was not ready. They forgot to put the order in and then did not rush it. \n\nThe service was very poor. It was very difficult to get anything to drink. In general, the food was only okay. A couple dishes were better than others but more were mediocre than otherwise.\n\nAnd, then to boot they charged us a lot more for the fish we ordered than the price said on the menu both online and in the restaurant. They could not explain it.",
"China Phoenix is my favorite chinese restaurant in Tucson, specially for dim sum. Try the honey shrimp, they are delicious and will not disappoint!",
"I came here for dim sum because my friend and I were craving it. I haven't had dim sum in Tucson and wanted to try it. After searching for several restaurants that served dim sum, we came around this place. The dim sum was decent, it wasn't the best dim sum I have ever tried, especially compared to California. You could tell that the dim sum had been out for a while because it was cold and the rice cake dough of some of the dim sum were not fresh and a little harder than normal. Eating the dim sum, I felt as if I was eating leftovers that I would have taken home and ate at night. I wasn't impressed by their dim sum, but compared to any place I have been to, this place is the cheapest dim sum restaurant. Due to the price, I'm rating it a two. Would I go back? No.. I would honestly waste my money else where for a better dim sum restaurant.",
"The five of us stopped in here late one night after visiting relatives in the hospital all day. We were exhausted and grumpy and hungry. We were wary of the older strip mall look but didn't have the patience to go on- so we went in. We were seated at a large table and offered cheery, prompt, patient service. Chinese beer and apps were ordered as we negotiated what to get. We ordered a fish dish, a pork dish, and a chicken dish along with their special fried rice. The menu was typical Americanized Chinese but the food was tasty, fresh and light on the sugary syrupy sauce so common at other places. Thanks for saving the day!",
"My daughter took me here for Mothers' Day yesterday. We planned to have Dim Sum. The first order that we received was ice cold pork buns and pork and cilantro dumplings. We had a couple of other items and some tea. But that was it. The servers never came around with their cart of food again. We would see them come out of the kitchen, make the rounds of a few tables, and then go back to the kitchen. The tables full of asian families seemed to be the ones who actually got service...this is the second time I've had this experience there. After sitting for an hour and watching other people eat, we finally gave up, paid our bill, and left. Okay, it was very inexpensive, only $14.40 including tax for two people, but I guess if you don't get any food, the bill would be cheap. It was completely disappointing and that is THE LAST TIME I will ever patronize China Phoenix.",
"I truly love Chinese food. All the flavors and textures, it's an amazing experience if you \"live in the moment\" of it. The thing is, that in a lot of Chinese restaurants around town, much of the food starts to taste the same. A brown sauce is a brown sauce is a brown sauce...and they all taste, well, brown.\n\nThis is NOT the case at China Phoenix. Of all the places I've been in Tucson, from the hole in the wall to the fast food joint, when it comes to Chinese food, this is the place to go. Why?\n\nService: The folks there (especially our Patty!) is always there to greet us with a family-friendly smile. I usually end up there with at least a party of eight, if not more, and they always treat us, well, like family.\n\nThe Food (which is why we're there in the first place, right?): Now, back to that brown sauce issue. At China Phoenix, the flavors are wonderful, and each dish distinct. While everything is bold and grand (as opposed to old and bland), I especially go in deep for the broccoli with oyster sauce (a veggie fave), as well as the honey walnut shrimp, which is an experience. The nuts are candied, crispy and sweet, and the shrimp are just about the richest thing I've ever tasted.\n\nOf course, all the standards are great, from the sesame chicken to the lo mein to the kung pao. \n\nIf you're up for a bit of a drive to the northwest side, don't miss China Phoenix. How good is it? The best in Tucson, in my little red book.",
"came here for dim sum on sunday with the fam. food was alright. not as good as the dim sum back in sf but it was good enough. service was good. i would come back if i was in the area."
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"It's hard to find a hoagie after 5pm in Rittenhouse. Primo closes at 3 (wtf) and then there's Jimmy John's and Subway. But what if you want something special? I decided to try Mike's in the Comcast Center. EXCELLENT! The hoagie rolls are big sesame rolls, crusty on the outside, soft on the inside. And the sandwiches are mad real. I ordered a cheese hoagie for myself and a turkey for my boyfriend. Also named Mike. Mike's Hoagies. It was HIS hoagie. They were both full and delicious. As the nice man who handed me the sandwiches said, \"two works of art.\" I also ordered a giant tasty root beer. \n\nThe guys working were friendly. They're open after 5. They're on my way to the bus. This is exactly what I wanted and I plan on returning. While I reccomend Mike's Steaks, I do not reccomend ordering two giant sandwiches and a giant root beer and then running to the bus full-speed.",
"I've been to Mikes two times...once for an Italian hoagie, which was good but nothing that stood out in my mind. \n\nOne time for cheesesteak. I did not like the meat which was sliced, not chopped, and came out very dry. I only ate half of it.\n\nMy take: if you are in the Comcast Center, Di Bruno's is a better bet for sandwiches.",
"Messes up orders consistently - cannot tell the difference between provolone and mozzerella. Too much roll, not enough steak.",
"I work in the One Liberty Place where they had Jake's Philadelphia Steaks until earlier this year. Then, Mike's came there and also I was roaming on my lunch hour and found out the same Mike's was in the Comcast center. Odd, I was at the Sushi restaurant and somehow ended up at Mike's. The line was long and I thought to myself \"Hmmmm, they're probably good like Tony Luke's\" so I decided to order a sandwich. \nI ordered a chicken Cheese steak with Broccoli Rabe and Provolone cheese. I also go the fried onions so my Philly steak sandwich would be complete and authentic. It took awhile, but, i must say it was worth the wait. They use chicken Breast and the sandwich was moist. So, this was my first visit to Mike's at either location. Glad I chanced it and targeted the cheese steak. I needed something to last as I wasn't going home after work. It was tasty. Authentic. Nice.",
"I first got a taste of Mike's Steaks at a Yelp Elite event last year at the Food Court in the Comcast Bldg. I thought it was pretty tasty then, and I recently returned and found out that it was no fluke. The Cheese Steaks were pretty darn good! \nMike's serves up their steaks just like I like them, thin slices of quality steak meat on a great roll with hot gooey Cheese whiz. I know it's an ongoing debate on sliced steak meat vs. chopped , but I can't stand quality steak meat chopped up like baby food. Some Cheese steak places chop it so much, it becomes Pulverized and you could spread it on a cracker! No thanks, not for the Kid. \nMikes has great Fries and the Chili is outstanding, and the great thing about a new spot to eat is that you get to systematically go through the whole menu- that's what I'm looking forward to.",
"I was on a diet from cheesesteaks and burgers. But when I stumbled across Mike's Steaks, and tried the cheese steak, I was in heaven. Mike's have the perfect roll, the meat is top grade and not fatty. The roll is never soggie. Whenever I am in a mood for a cheese steak, Mike's Steaks will be the only place I'll go. THANKS MIKE!! Plus, there is a cute guy working the grill.",
"I am not from Philadelphia and I have not been to Geno's or Dalessandros or Pat's, purportedly the three real players in the market. Mike's Steaks, for $6.49, the cheese steak with addition of mushrooms, with onions, was perfect. Wrapped in tin foil, soft chewy sub roll, perfectly chopped steak, nicely sautéed mushrooms and soft onions. Cheese Whiz is apparently the way to order and that's how it comes unless you specify otherwise. Mine was hot, steamy, and generally a standout. Tiny little cart out front of the Comcast Center and on the way to Market Street, search it out next time you're in town!!!",
"I have eaten sandwiches all over the city through the years and this place puts out a good, respectable product. I basically stick to their chicken cutlet (with spinach), chicken cheesesteak and turkey hoagie and have been consistently happy with all. I haven't tried an original cheesesteak so can't comment on that.\n\nI would also be remiss if I didn't mention the amazing sliced dill pickles that they offer. They are so incredibly thin (yet crispy) it's like they're cut with a razor blade. A nice, refreshing side to a heavier sandwich.\n\nMike's is not fancy and can't say it's the best I've ever had but I keep going back and that counts for something.",
"Steaks and burgers are good, but the fries taste like they came out of the freezer case of a supermarket. Staff are friendly.",
"Best bread you'll ever have, and the sandwiches overall are phenomenal. Highly recommended.\n\nStaff is friendly, too. Only thing keeping me from 5 stars is the fact that the last three times I've ordered hot sauce on my tuna sandwich, they forget, a bit frustrating."
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"La Viola at 253 16th opened a replica across the street just before Christmas 2006 called La Viola Ovest. The restaurant smelled like new paint! And, the waiters were handsome Italians : )\n\nThe food was good, I got the special soup - a tomato/mushroom puree - and the crab meat salad. My friends got the spinach gnocchi which tasted great. The servings are reasonable and the bread is fresh and warm.\n\nThis one is BYOB as well, and those cute waiters will make sure you enjoy everything you bring!",
"You may try your luck with this place on a weekday, but save yourself from a visit on a Friday or Saturday night. You will be served like cattle that needs to be fed and the virtually only purpose is to get you out again quickly to allow multiple seating. \n\nThis is the right place to go for food uptake (not for dining) if you are in a real rush to go somewhere afterwards and you are up for a steak and cheesecake. Just be attentive, if you don't watch out, they want to put grated cheese on the steak, supposedly to make it italian. Sadly, the people working here have no clue about food or possibly simply don't care about you as a guest. I have been to Italy for many times and I do not expect the same quality of food in a place like this. But I want to be treated as a valued customer by people that care about what they are doing. Please avoid the italian dishes in this restaurant. Unfortunately, Center City restaurants are so packed over the weekends, that places can get away with serving stuff that looks like italian food, but tastes Disney. Two stars, one for the bread and oil, which is the only thing that tastes like italian food, the other one because it is good for the neighborhood as it looks really nice from outside. And this is where you better be...",
"Terrifically... underwhemling. Despite having a reservation, it still took them 45 minutes to get us seated. Waiters were inattentive and impersonal. The wine wasn't even put into ice buckets. They just let them linger there on the table. Food tasted like it came from yet-another-Italian chain, perhaps only slightly tastier than your local Olive Garden establishment. Don't bother with this Italian BYO, there's others and better in Philly.",
"I went here with a party of 6 on a Friday night. After reading some of the reviews on here, I was a little nervous but was wonderfully surprised. We were seated right on time, and the service was prompt and friendly even though you could tell they were extremely busy. \n\nDefinitely expect to be seated right on top of each other, I have never seen a table so close to my table in a restaurant before! However, I went here expecting that and surprisingly didn't mind too much. The dining room was loud since it's quite packed, but in a boisterous way that added an upbeat atmosphere. I was also with a bunch of friends though, so I can see how that would be annoying if I was on a date or something. The food was delicious, and the tastes were unique. The prices were absolutely phenomenal for a restaurant in center city. \n\nOverall, I had a good experience here and will definitely be back since the atmosphere was enjoyable, the food was good, and the prices were unbeatable!",
"I'd advise reserving ahead, and against eating at this white-tablecloth alternative: although the menu's very similar to the original La Viola, prices are $2-$4 more expensive, which trumps this new outpost on charm (unless you're a fan of gaudy chandeliers). I read an earlier reviewer's post about spilled wine incidents, and I recalled a similar episode here as well as numerous sounds of broken wine glasses. When I went, our party of four was seated at a table just inside the back room, with my seat right in the line of traffic...that was a little unsettling for most of the evening. They seem to be catering to large parties at this place, with all the drawbacks of that clientele...\nFood was just okay for the prices, and it took a while to be served. Mos def not coming back here...totally unlike the original in service and ambience.",
"This place doesn't have quite the ambiance that the original La Viola across the street has, but is much easier to get a reservation. We had a group of 17 in for dinner on a Thursday and it was no problem making the reservation the week of.\n\nThe menu had quite a selection and a lot of similar dishes as the original. All in all, a very enjoyable time at this BYO.",
"As everyone has stated, this place does not have quite the charm of the old place across the street. You don't sit awkwardly close to your fellow diners (some people like it). There is only 2 small tables set outside on the uneven pavement. And the place is so big you don't feel like you're sitting in a cozy dining room, but rather in a strangely lit dining hall. But what this location lacks in character, it makes up for in value, comfort and convenience.\n\n1. First the updates on old La Viola classics like grilled Calamari (They add prawns now) & Fettuccine al Salmone (huge chunks of pan fried salmon) amongst other have made my favorites even better. If you haven't noticed the price here was more expensive, but since they raised prices across the street, you're getting more for your money here. Plus the hot bread is still just as good!\n\n2. If you wanted to have a relatively quiet date night out in Center City, this location offers more privacy on weekends than the original. No more drunk kids interrupting your conversations! (although I was the drunk kid more often than not) Its just nice not having to grind other customers (or vice versa) to get to your seat... unless you're into that type of thing.\n\n3. Finally the greatest benefit of eating here is that you don't have to wait an hour on Friday night to get a table... no reservations required! All you have to do is wait one old winter day in Philly standing outside the old location freezing and starving to realize how advantageous this is!\n\nSummary: The foods still awesome, prices still good, service still spotty, and the BYOB policy's still intact!",
"Finally! An Italian BYOB in this city that's actually worth writing home about. Everything about the food at La Viola is a-maze-ing. Probably some of the best Italian I've had in a looooong time. Add great service and ambiance, and LV gets an easy 5 stars.",
"Reasonable stand by place. La Viola across the street has the same food, but much smaller. Both locations have great service and good fresh Italian food at decent prices.",
"Wow. Going here was like dinner theatre. \n\nDC restaurants are a little more, ahem, reserved. Odds are a $$ restaurant (that isn't in Adams Morgan) will have people who are a little quieter, a little dressier. Not in Philadelphia! We were so, so overdressed for this place. It was a little awkward but I loved it.\n\nThis place was loud. As in, I had to shout-to-my-fiance loud. We gave up on conversation and instead partook in people watching. Philadelphia...you have interesting folk, I will give you that. Tables of people with linguine and Coors Light cans (I didn't even know BYOB extended to beer), a table full of barely 21 year olds - if that - with their own vodka. AND chasers! Not to mention every girl there besides me was in a leather skirt and the skimpiest tops this side of the shore. Epic. \n\nNext time I'm in Philadelphia I am going back here. You people know how to not be frumpy and serve some damn good pasta."
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"The atmosphere here is great! Cool music videos from 80s to current playing on plentiful tvs. I am sure that during football games this will be a great place to hang out. The Big Bubba beer was 40oz of cold heaven.\n\nThe service was a little slow, but I understand that they just had opened a few days before. Our server was extremely friendly and answered a lot of questions about the menu.\n\nThe food......so so. Everything was SOOOO salty. Fries, chips, and even the fried pickles were so covered in salt that it was a little much. Made us happy we had those huge beers, but maybe that was the idea.\n\nBurgers were delicious but very very greasy. \n\nNachos tasted like hormel beanless chili poured over salt chips with canned cheese. Horrible. But they were awesome about bringing us something new when we didn't care for them.\n\nBeing new they had the whole \"welcome to mo's\" annoyance with 30 hostesses, but I appreciate the excitement and the fact that they prob had 10 trainers and 6 managers watching them.\n\nWe will definitely be back for beer and sports, but we will probably have pizza next time.",
"Went here for the 1st time yesterday, and they have some usual first week issues new restaurants have when opening. With that being said...\n\nWe ordered a combo of pizzas & burgers. The Bubba's 33 Meaty Meat pizza was above average. Brick oven style, limited amount of sauce, decent balance and flavor. My daughter really liked her plain cheese kids pizza.\n\nThe Bubba's 33 Bacon Burger was very flavorful and if you love bacon, it's a hearty portion of bacon flavor. I couldn't eat the whole thing based on the amount of bacon that is on it. It's very good though, but I'd share it rather than order it for myself. Our other burger was good as well. And the fries remind me of Steak n Shakes, but a lot better...\n\nOverall, we'd come back. Tons of TVs and we were seated immediately on a Sunday during games. Ok beer selection, some local beers and a lot of the traditional domestics. \n\n3 stars for me means above an avg. rating.",
"Let me first start by questioning why they are not open for lunch during the week. There are a few large businesses in the area that I am sure would prefer this place over Applebee's. A coworker and I came by for lunch last week and was disappointed to find out they did not open until 4:00. We were there for about 5 minutes and saw between 30-40 people walk up and turn away when they realized it was closed. \n\nI came back a few days later for dinner. The burgers and fries are good. Service is very friendly. We did not try the pizza but the ones I saw at other tables looked really good. \n\nThe atmosphere was good and staff were very friendly and helpful. A nice mix of music and music videos playing. Also, a ton of TV's in both bar areas and dining area. This is a good place to grab cold beers (advertised that they are served at 33 degrees) decent food and sports.",
"not sure what this place is supposed to be. they have 19 screens in the adult bar. area, but don't ask them for a different sporting event because all19 are on the same game. Once the local game is over, they are playing 80's music videos. and you cannot have a decent conversation because the volume is up so loud. Service is spotty, even after the bar has cleared out. Lastly, the food is just average.\n\nI'd rather go to a local bar, like Sahm's, Stacked Pickle, or Ale Emporium where they have better food, you can have a decent. conversation and enjoy you team.",
"How can you not be open for lunch in this major business area of Fishers? Roche alone has a few thousand workers who eat out a lot! You are missing the boat here...",
"A lot of people working but not many focussed on service.\nLove the atmosphere and wanted to like the food but everything was way too salty, sunshine burger had bacon blend plus bacon and cheese...gotta back of on the salt for a balanced flavor.\nFried pickles and onion rings we good but again, salt!\nA couple of server mistakes an she blamed the kitchen. Would preferred ownership.\n2 Busboys watched our server pick up some dropped food, she was nervous and they were not helpful.\nBeer was cold!",
"Very good service at the bar. Great ice cold beers. Awesome apps. The best boneless wings I've had in a long time, but the blue cheese dressing was weak. I mean really weak. Runny w/ little blue cheese. If you are a wing person this is a big deal. Take some lessons from Ale Emporium an fix this ASAP.",
"My type of bar. Cold beer, hella TVs and cool people. Deforest recommend for sport bar fans-and one of the bars is a heated outdoor patio!",
"Ordered the sunshine burger through take out. It sounded delish. I asked for my egg to be fully cooked and they said they can't do that. I asked why they can't keep the egg on for 10 more seconds.. Or at least break the yolk. The server suggested I choose a different burger because that's not how they make it. Poor customer service.",
"Oh, my heavens, is this place loud. I am not kidding when I say I've been to quieter musical performances. It was so loud that I couldn't speak to the person next to me. Literally next to me, like one foot away.\n\nWe didn't stay to eat. No decent person would have dinner here. A decent dining atmosphere does not have music unbearably loud.\n\nNone of the three or four young girls at the hostess staff cared that the music was louder than an artillery strike. Not the slightest bit of understanding or accommodation. They seem to have hired the same ditzy staff found in all factory restaurants. The sort of person who comes from a home where they never ate anywhere nice, and loud country music is just what occurs all the time in their families."
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"The food was good and they had a variety of menu items. The atmosphere was comfortable, and the staff was very friendly.",
"I went back to Pete and Shortys, and the manager, Roger was very helpful and took very good care of us. I have to admit, they really want to take care of their customers. I would recommend Pete and Shorty's to anyone visiting the Tampabay area. Great Job.",
"I just got back from my 2nd fantastic night at Pete & Shorty's. If you get the chance, you should hit this place up on Sunday nights for some awesome live music (Pete and Dean with their guitars singing mostly covers and some fun unique originals). It's a relaxed atmosphere with a great crowd. The drink prices are good and the food that I've tasted (amazing fried pickles and tater tots appetizers) is enjoyable.",
"I used to recommend this place until they began to allow large dogs on patio with customers trying to eat. Not now.",
"Very friendly bar with a good menu and great service. Outside patio for smokers. Locals love this place and Philly tourists during spring training.",
"This place was pretty fantastic.\n\nMy friend and I ate on the patio and watched the last 15 minutes of the Rays game on a big screen tv. It was kind of a down time on Sunday afternoon and there were no dogs. Who wouldn't want to eat with their dogs at this place? If my dog wouldn't jump all over the place, I would totally hang out with my dog here. Let's be real, dogs are more human than most humans. And there should be more places you can hang out with them.\n\nAnyways.. my meal was ah may zing. I don't think this is a place you could go to everyday, but a couple times a month would be good. I think my meal alone will tell you why. The Western Nachos are genius. Fritos, yes corn chips, topped with chili, shredded cheese, lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes.. and did i mention chili? It was very good chili. I was also the first to step it up a notch. If you order the nachos, ask them to put grilled chicken on top. It wasn't on the menu, but I've had nachos like that before so I asked if they could add it they did which gives them brownie points in my book.\n\nI also ordered their onion straws and the straws and sauce served with it was a great appetizer. My friend ordered the chip chicken which sounds and looks like a heart attack on a plate but she said it was great. So I am definitely ordering it next time. It is a fillet of chicken breaded with potato chips and fried and then covered with a broccoli cheese sauce. So I hope you are tempted to try this restaurant with a (hopefully) quality review (just ignore the first if you'd like). Happy eating!!",
"Good value meal. Nothing fancy. Large portions and friendly atmosphere. I had their burger and fries which was good. Cheap drafts too. For the price, I enjoyed it. Got to meet some nice locals.",
"Remember the show CHEERS? Pete + Shorty's reminds me of that show!! They treat you like family, the food is GREAT (especially the \"Shorty\" Burgers) and it is a UNIQUE restaurant in the land of chains!!",
"Although seemingly popular with some locals, my fish sandwich was so salty as to be inedible. Friendly service. No pretenses.",
"I've been searching the Clearwater area for a bar with a great burger and a beer. Pete & Shorty's appeared high on every list of reviews, and that reputation is well deserved.\n\nI checked it out and had their burger special with onion straws which was very tasty, and the $2 pints were refreshing.\n\nI'll definitely be back!"
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"I was super excited to see Parkway Corner Deli was finally open, so I had to stop by and check it out. They are still partially in construction and getting things set up so I'll defiantly need to come back when it's complete ready. They have growler fills there which nice since it's close to home for me and the selection looked decent. I grab a 6 pack there was a decent bottle selection and I got a free pint glass for my 1st beer purchase! I didn't order any food menu was basic deli stuff, seemed to have a variety of options.",
"Brand new deli with made to order food, coffee, and craft beer open early and closes late. \n\nI live near by and the new deli is at the gutted and re done location of the old deli. It seems to be under an unrelated new ownership and they have done wonders with the space.\n\nI'm not really a drinker but they have beer on tap as well as a selection of craft beers in the fridge. Coffee is also available and a good amount of breakfast and lunch sandwich options. I had a brie and egg on brioche with ham and it was good.\n\nThere is also a small grocer area with drinks, home supplies, and fancy foods (eggs, yogurt, hagen daaz ice cream, etc) that you may need. The price is a bit higher but you are paying for the convenience.\n\nAll in all, when I ordered the sandwich the service was good and everyone was friendly when stopped by, all though they misspelled my name as Denise on the order. Sigh sigh.",
"Stopped by on opening day to check out the lunch menu. I liked the computerized ordering system and my sandwich was fantastic. They have breakfast sandwiches all day, and the avocado, tomato & chipotle did not disappoint. A great lunch and just $3.95!!! This is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood and we will definitely be back!",
"The food and beer is amazing. They also have grocery items and organic options- definitely a great variety. The best part about this place is the staff! They are all warm, friendly and accommodating. So glad this place is finally open and I know it will do well! :-)",
"Parkway Corner Deli is a nice addition to the neighborhood. The store is bright, shiny and new. The space was open and seemed very clean. \n\nThe main purpose of my visit was to check out their craft beer. I think normally I'd be thrilled with the selection of craft beers however with Old Philly Ale House down the street, it pale (ales) in comparison. The selection is good, don't get me wrong, but their competition's variety is just hands down better. \n\nFrom a pricing standpoint, I was pretty happy. There were six packs of good beers, like Rogue Dead Guy, for about $12. \n\nThe draft beers and ability to purchase 64 ounce growlers will probably be my primary reason to visit moving forward. You have the option to bring your own growler or buy one of theirs for $8 apiece. I was happy to be able to buy 64 ounces Lagunitas IPA for $14 and the cost of the growler.\n\nTheir deli sandwich menu also intrigued me and I will need to go back to check it out. They have some fun spreads like cranberry honey mustard and sundried tomato pesto that sounded pretty interesting. \n\nThe staff was very nice however didn't seem too knowledge about beer or beer techniques. During my visit, two of the guys at the front had a conversation with each other about their trouble pouring the draft beer into the growler. The store is new so I'm hoping they'll get the hang of it soon.",
"Not bad. Food was great but the service could definitely be better. I feel like the person serving me wanted to punch me in the face just for coming in and ordering a sandwich. \nEven though it made it awkward for the ordering process, i have to say it was worth it. First off the food was fantastic and to compliment my turkey sandwich was an array of craft beers tip choose from. \nThe prices are decent, not too expensive but not exactly a place you would eat regularly if you were on a budget. \nThe restraints decor is gorgeous and it is definitely a place i will stop by again. Mainly just to grab some of the beers they have and some of those sweet meats to take home. Probably won't stay too long so that the cashier doesn't have to mean mug me the entire time.",
"I live really close to this place so I go when I don't feel like cooking. There usually isn't a long wait time and their food is pretty good. The beer prices are great and I can't wait to try some new ones!",
"Disclosure: I ended up not eating here so I cannot comment on the food. This review is about my experience there and what I will refer to as the attitude.\n\nI used to live in the building above and probably consumed 60% of my meals in the former diner. I was saddened when they closed. then I looked forward with anticipation when I noticed that something new was coming. Finally, the other day, I was hungry (ok, I was past hungry), looking for somewhere to eat, when I drove by and realized that the new place was open for business.\n\nI was enticed by the sign promising \"hand crafted burgers\" so I went in. The layout was slightly confusing but I figured it out. There are rows of shelves, making it a mini-market and there is a corner kitchen/deli counter. At the time I walked in there was nobody in the kitchen. I meandered around, trying to figure out how to order my burger. I found a couple of employees schmoozing as they stocked shelves. I asked how to order and they told me to go to the counter and ask the chef. I pointed out that there was no chef and then they showed me where the ordering computer was, hidden behind a structural pillar.\n\nI found the computer and proceeded to order my \"Hand crafted burger\". I began to have misgivings when there was no option for the cook temp of my burger. I completed the order anyway and returned to the deli counter to confirm my cook temp. Only, when I asked, I was told (the same same guy who I had found moments before stocking shelves) that he was under instructions from the boss to only cook burgers to well done. Now, I don't know about you but to me when a burger is billed as \"hand crafted\" I believe that you should be able to dictate the cook temp. I would never walk into a McDonalds and order a med rare (actually I rarely if ever even walk into a McDonalds) but they also don't promote their goods as \"Hand crafted\". Meanwhile the second shelf stocking guy wanted to offer correct customer service and volunteered to make the burger my way. I could see that the first dude was very uncomfortable with that happening and hesitant to turn over the reigns. The second dude was explaining to the first one how to do it. Even though first dude was wavering he was clearly concerned about breaking the rules. I decided not to get him in trouble and cancelled the order.\n\nThat is all. If you are looking for a bodega, they seem to have a decent selection. If you are in the mood for a decent cold sandwich, I cannot tell you how good it would be but the computer is set up to make a custom order. Alas, if you are in the mood for a \"hand crafted burger\", this is not the place to get it.",
"This place is brand new. Very clean, orderly shelves of basic grocery items with a few tables to eat at. I ordered a sandwich on my first visit, but it was very small, very expensive, very dry, took forever to prepare, and just not very good overall. So I have stayed away from ordering food since my initial experience.\n\nThey have beer as well, six packs and growler fills. I've come back a few times for this reason. The staff is pretty awful though, either eyeing you the entire time you're there or glued to a smart phone. During one transaction the guy got lost in his phone in the middle of the credit card process, and didn't even acknowledge that I was approved and can move on with my day, I just stood there staring for a few seconds for him to finish his text. \n\nOther than the ability to fill a growler, this place has nothing that other places in the neighborhood already offer and do a better job at.",
"The more I shop at the Parkway Corner Deli, the more I like it there. \n\nWhile the beer selection is still not comparable to Old Philly Ale House, the beer selection is solid. Additionally, the customer service is great. The staff asks for customer input for the draft beer offerings and puts a lot of thought into the available selection. \n\nThey also schedule beer samplings in their store with breweries. The samplings aren't fancy and probably not worth traveling far for, but it's nice to get some face time to talk beer with the representatives. I've been able to taste some beers I wouldn't have normally tried, and then ended up buying some to take home. It's a great business model because every time I go to a sampling, I ended up buying something I sampled and then something else. \n\nThis is a good establishment to have in a beer-loving part of town."
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"I've been anxiously awaiting the opening of this place and it definitely didn't disappoint! The ribs are tender and flavorful! The brisket melts in your mouth. The mac and cheese (jalapeño and cheddar) is the best I have ever had! Everything is reasonably priced and worth the money. I can't wait to try the fried chicken and the homemade shakes!!! Kudos to the chef!",
"We had to check out the new BBQ place opening in mid-city, especially by the Owners of Rue 127 and let me tell you it did not disappoint! It's a great little spot with fantastic woodwork! \nWe started with the Brussels Sprouts, Gumbo, and the Pepperjack & Bacon Mac-n-chz. The gumbo was absolutely fantastic, the Brussel Sprouts were light and crunchy with a hint of lemon, and the Mac-n-chz.. well just do yourself a favor and be bad and get it because it's totally worth it! \nWe then wrapped up with a 3 meat plate to try the pork ribs, fried chicken, and brisket with potato salad and coleslaw sides. The rib meat fell off the bone on the first bite, had great flavor, and was probably my favorite item. My boyfriend loved the fried chicken and said it was one of the best he had ever had and the brisket was a nice thick tender cut. \nFor drinks... I fell in love with the Smokin' Shandy and my boyfriend got a flight of Rye Whiskey that he throughly enjoyed! \nOverall A+ for opening night! Everything was affordable, tasted great, and our bartender did an a wonderful job recommending things. \nAnyways check it out and see for yourself!",
"Great new BBQ restaurant. Food was wonderful and reasonably priced. Goes without saying the meats were fabulous -- brisket tender and flavorful and the pulled pork something special. You have to see the \"Cookie Monster\" dessert to believe it. Didn't get a chance to taste the ribs or the Brussel sprouts (had to be rolled out as it was). Will be going back right away to rectify this omission!",
"The best BBQ I've had in New Orleans to date. \nWings - you pull off what you bite - a sign of perfectly cooked wings. Great smoke flavor. \nJalapeño cheddar mac - excellent\nFried chicken - perfect batter and flavor\nPork belly poppers - the best pork belly I've ever tried. \nInexpensive draft with a fair selection. \n\nIf you have tried blue oak and thought it was ok like I did - treat yourself to real BBQ here.",
"The Joint has Absolutely nothing to worry about. The pulled pork was dry, chicken was good, cornbread good (Jiffy Mix, I swear), potato salad is a failed, and the sauces were fair to bad. Once is enough. Let's see how about the Joint tonight.",
"This place still needs to work out the kinks. We were seated quickly by the hostess. But it took forever for anyone to come acknowledge us and take our drink order. Kept walking right by us and even helped tables that were seated after us before getting to us. We ordered everything all at once since we had already been siting for 15 minutes. Received a sweet tea instead of the unsweet I ordered. Overheard the table next to us have the same thing happen. But it was such chaotic service that I didn't bother pointing it out. Ordered the brisket sandwich and a Cuban sandwich. And mac and cheese to split. The brisket and carmelized onions on the sandwich were both completely room temperature. The bun wasn't anything to get excited about at all. Seemed like it was just from the grocery store. The mac and cheese was really good, but the portion was very small for the price. Especially since the mac and cheese is in its own separate section from the rest of the sides offered on the menu. \n\nWe will give this place another try bc I understand it's still very new, but I wasn't initially impressed. It's a cute lil place. And good beer selection. Just needs to get its sh*t together.",
"Excellent BBQ! Ribs and pulled pork amazing! \nBrisket was little fatty. BBQ beans and cornbread very very good.\nVery good service. Owners present and were very friendly \nWill return to try burgers!",
"I had a good but not amazing experience at Frey. The space is comfortable with lots of sports on. The service was good but the food was very slow to come out. We were there early so it wasnt very busy so not sure what the delay was. The portions are probably my biggest complaint. I got the 3 meat which was $20 but wasnt enough food for dinner. I am in shape so I wasnt looking for a ton of food. I just didnt want to leave hungry.",
"Went to Frey's tonight for my husband's birthday & what a great addition to the neighborhood! I loved that I could get fried chicken & ribs on a 2-meat plate. The fried chicken was cooked to order (as it should be) & was juicy with a very good, crunchy crust. We both had ribs & they were fallin off the bone - good. The brisket chili & soft as a cloud biscuits with honey butter was also very good. They have 4 different kinds of mac'n'cheese & we ordered one but had to bring it home because we were so full. I had the spicy, braised cabbage & liked it, but the brussel sprouts were amazing. They had an excellent caramelization with a light, lime juice dressing that cut right through the bitterness of the sprouts. \nI think it was our server's first waiter job, but that was ok. The manager made the rounds of the tables & was very friendly.\nI took off one point because it was SOOOO loud, but then we realized it was the final hour of happy hour & they were in the back room & we ate in the bar, so the noise didn't really affect us too much. We will definitely go back!\nIn a serendipitous moment, in 1975 I recorded a jingle for Frey hot dogs at SeaSaint Studios. It was my first, paid studio job. I asked the manager if it was the same family, & it is! Fun memory for me, but that jingle is now on permanent replay in my brain.",
"Tried Frey on opening weekend and excited about this new BBQ joint! \n\nFirst impression of the restaurant/patio/decore was A++. Loved the barn door to the kitchen, the intricate details of the design, and the rustic bar! All the doors were open to the patio, the football games were on, and I was ready to enter meat heaven.\n\nFirst course - the biscuits. OMG. They were hot, fluffy, and tasty. \nMain course - We had the brisket, pulled pork for our meats and the pulled pork mac 'n cheese for a side. We enjoyed the pulled pork a little more than the brisket which was a little too fatty for me. I probably should have ordered the ribs as that what they're known for (from Hogs for the Cause experience). The Mac 'n cheese came out in a miniature cast iron skillet and was very good. Would love to try the 3 other varieties they have.\n\nMy one regret is that I'm on a wedding diet (hard to believe from what I just said I ordered lol) and didn't get a shake. Saw some pictures though and WOW. Might be worth a stop by just to try their incredible-looking Cookie Monster shake. Will update my review soon (after the wedding ;)\n\nService was ok. It was their 3rd day of being open so I'll give them a little benefit of the doubt on this one. Took way too long to get our check and had to ask for honey several times. But probably to be expected."
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"I agree with Andrew S. on the reservations and living conditions here. It's on the strip and it's fairly cheap. It's not five stars, but very hard to find a five-star location in Reno for a cheap price. I like the place because it is convenient. Silver Legacy was a good choice too, but I had a deal with the Clown Palace. Besides, my little sister likes playing at the kids place.",
"Until they redecorated about 10 years ago there was no way I would\nstay here at any price. The old rooms were apparently decorated by\ncircus clowns: very tacky circus clowns with no talent for interior\ndesign. The rooms today are tastefully decorated and represent one\nof the best values in Reno. Of the three hotels connected by indoor\nwalkways,the other two being Silver Legacy and Eldorado,this hotel\noffers the cheapest rates. For families with kids you have the added\nbenefit of the circus acts and carnival games. We've taken the train\ntrip up from the Bay Area several times for the weekend,stayed at \nCircus Circus and had a great time without gambling at all--well maybe just a little. One important note: Avoid the buffet here at all\ncosts. If the price gets your attention just keep in mind you get what\nyou pay for. If you want to pig out walk down the street to Eldorado,\nyou won't regret it.",
"This place was like Jerry Springer Live: the REAL america. There were all sorts of little kids running around and being smacked by their parents. Large, obviously in poor health folks who were smoking like chimneys and gambling (based on their dental hygine) money they didn't have. The air was stinky and it wasn't just the thickness of the cigarette smoke. WOW, that place was an eye opener. It was cheap, it was crass, it was filled with cigarette smoke, and I spent about 15 minutes there and that was only because I needed to pee. Never, ever again!",
"black. \n\nseriously black.\n\nmust be down like close to ten large here since i started coming in college AND I DONT USUALLY GAMBLE..... well much at least. \n\nstay away. no more reno for boarding trips. only cabins. \n\ni loath you club one card.",
"I like the good low-price for a bedroom everyday including weekends\nI like the Tram shuttle \nI like the circus act and kids entertainment section.\nBut,\nTHE CIRCUS CIRCUS' BUFFET SUCKS!!",
"I stay here every time I spend the night in Reno and have never been disappointed. To the contrary, Circus Circus hotel rooms are an excellent value and are immaculate, inviting, comfortable, and amazingly quiet given the large number of families with kids running around downstairs. The better rates (locals take advantage of this) are at the rear building called the Sky Tower; views of the city are outstanding and you can park conveniently in the free parking garage serving that tower and practically step from your car to the elevator. Although there is no swimming pool, they have a nice clean fitness center. If you want to stretch your legs outside the downtown hustle, walk around to the back of St. Mary's Hospital in the next block, cross the pedestrian overpass over Interstate 80 (a free adventure in itself), and walk up the short hillside to a relaxing neighborhood occupied by University of Nevada people students and staff. This hotel is an outstanding value for the money.",
"Have you seen this Duck? (His picture is in my profile.) We won him at Circus Circus around April 2000. If you happen to have one of his brothers let me know, I'd like to set up a reunion. Yelp has a great Messaging service. \n\nCircus Circus is a fun place to visit but I prefer the El Dorado. If you go during the week, the midway is usually not too packed and you can take a break from gambling to play some games. It's a fun little distraction. \n\nThe gambling at Circus Circus is pretty good and the tables are relatively cheap. I can't say the air quality is good, it seems the smoke is part of the building itself. I have always found the cocktail service to be excellent here. That's why I gave it a bonus star. \n\nI'd suggest staying away from the buffet at Circus Circus. It's worth the walk to go to Silver Legacy or El Dorado for dining.",
"If you have kids and have a gambling addiction, then this is your place. I, however, do not have kids but have a gambling addiction. So I don't want to go shoot darts into 20 balloons to for $300 to win a tiny stuffed turtle. I'd rather take my chance on a slot machine that I've rubbed my chest over for luck. This Hotel/Casino has gone through a remodel and has very much improved over the years. \n\nIt took forever to get a cocktail while I was playing a slot machine one time... and as I dwindled into my last credits, this skirt finally shows up. Wanting to see how long it would take her to get back, I ordered a drink, and put more money into my machine. When that money quickly found it's way into the casino's pocket... I finally left. We're talking 25 minutes. Come on! If I am going to gamble the farm, then at least make sure that I'm buzzed to do so!",
"Last year we stayed in the main tower. We spent most of our time in the casino here. We kept winning on the slot machines. All the other places we went to, we couldnt even win a dollar off of. Its not all for kids. You just have to stay on the top level where the kids ARENT. Hello. Their steak restaurant is pretty good too!",
"No, it's not swank and luxurious accomodation, but at $40.00 per night on weekdays (depends on when you go, and can be less with special deals in the mail when you join their OneClub) it doesn't need to be. My 5 stars are based on it being very decent for so cheap.\n\nIt's on the \"strip\" in Reno and connected to Silver Legacy and El Dorado in such a way on the 2nd floor that you barely even notice that you are leaving one hotel and headed into the other (meaning 3x's the restaurants, etc. without going outside). \n\nWe had a perfectly clean and average-sized room with a nice looking bathroom and good smelling soaps/shampoos, etc. It's $20/night cheaper to stay in the Sky Tower (instead of the main/casino tower), and if you get a high floor with a view of the mountains, it's actually really gorgeous.\n\nThe cool little tram that takes you from the cheap rooms in the Sky Tower to the Main/Casino Tower when you are too tired/drunk to make the walk. I've seen this walk described in other reviews in other places as some harrowing ordeal that's such a long walk and that there are scary thugs/hoodlums/undesirables along the way, but it's really something like a 5 minute walk just at a stroll with just the typical assortment of other travelers. The tram isn't much faster than the walk, but it's fun.\n\nThe cocktail service really isn't all that bad, even playing the nickel machines. Oh, and then I won $40 from said nickel machine and even got carded (I'm way beyond 21, trust me), so I had a good day at the casino. Results may vary. They have a bit of everything and even some low minimums like the $0.50 chips/$2.00 roulette. \n\nThe circus acts and the midway are fun! You are never too old to be mesmerized at some of the crazy stuff people are capable of doing while balancing stuff on their heads. Of course, this does mean that you will see children. If you don't like them, go back to the casino part and have another free drink while you win/lose some more money, and then it will be like they were never there.\n\nCircus Circus lets you do a late check out so that if you have a flight out at like 8 or 9 at night (so that you can have another full day of fun before returning to your boring normal life), you can do a late check out. I don't remember the cost, but it seemed very fair at the time and was nice to still have a \"home base\" in between buffets.\n **Update Feb 2007** We opted for the until 4PM for another $20 because it got stupid any later - something like $60?!\n\nSpeaking of buffets, the Courtyard Buffet inside Circus Circus isn't all that great, but it's not as horrible as I've seen some reviews in other places say. I didn't get sick, some of it was pretty good, some things I was glad to skip. Kind of like a lot of average buffets.\n**Update Feb 2007** Nope, not again. Not good. Still didn't get sick, but it might have been a relief just to be able to start over somewhere else.\n\nThe Steakhouse has a $11.99 prime rib dinner weeknights from 5:00PM-6:00PM (was $9.99 in Feb 2006, but has gone up by Feb 2007 trip), so you know where I was during those hours. It was pretty good. Beware the Lobster Bisque - waiter came by and casually asked if we wanted any soup/salad with our meals, and when he said the soup was lobster bisque, we thought that sounded just wonderful. And it was! Very creamy, delicious and perfect in every way. But we had no idea it would be $9/bowl. Suddenly our $20 prime rib dinner for two turned into more like $40 (but the bisque is still in my memory - so good).\n\nIf you want to rent a car to drive up to Tahoe, Dollar Rent a Car has a desk right inside of Circus Circus. The selection isn't quite as good as at the airport, especially if you decide to change reservation from compact car to SUV since it just occurred to you that it's winter and that you'll be driving uphill, but in that case, you can just take the free shuttle to the airport to rent whatever you want from there.\n\nThe free shuttle was in desperate need of new shocks, but it got us to and from for free, so no complaints. I'm not quite sure about the schedule in terms of as stated every 30 minutes vs. when it actually comes, but again, free. And we never really had to wait terribly long.\n**Feb 2007 Update** I think they retired the shockless van because to and from were better vehicles with nice drivers.\n\nAnd so, we have planned another trip and did not hesitate to choose a Sky Tower room at Circus Circus again. (Still true looking toward a 2008 trip - won my heart twice)."
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"What a great place! Every time I go, I find something else to enjoy.\n\nThis is a Belgian-inspired brewpub in the middle of Broad Ripple. Everything in the place is Belgian inspired, from the food, to the house-made craft brews, to the in-house sport of choice (European football). \n\nThe beers are certainly Belgian style. Brewer Ted Miller is brewing flavorful and well-crafted Belgian style beers from the Trappist influenced Tripple de Ripple and Quadripple, to spiced holiday beers like Son of a Thunder Monkey and even a unique Saison made with Rose Petals, Saison D'Etre. Each time I visit, I find the beers to have gained in character and I get the impression that as more and more batches are brewed and more comfort is obtained with the brewing system, we'll continue to see outstanding Belgian inspired beers in the heart of Indianapolis.\n\nThere's also a nice assortment of Belgian culinary stalwarts. The mussels and fries are superb. Each coming with a plethora of dipping sauce options. If you order the L'Enome (enormous) Frites, it comes with all ten dipping sauces and is perfect to share with several (four or more) people. The freshly made crepes are quite nice, as is the Belgian beef stew.\n\nIn my communications with the employees at Brugge, it seems that they care about what they're doing and are trying to be true the vision of being a fantastic Belgian brewpub in Indianapolis. \n\nIf I have one complaint, it's that they decided to open up after I moved away. Luckily, my parents are still in Indy and I try to make it back when I can. Hopefully I'll be able to stop in sometime and try a lambic or Flemish Red Ale made right in the heart of Indy. What a treat that would be!",
"This is my sister's favorite place in Indy. They offer mussels in 7 different sauces, french fries with up to 12 dipping sauces, plenty of other soups and sandwiches, and 4 belgian-style microbrews made on the premises. The food is solid, the decor is fun, and the beer, while not quite as good as real belgian, is tasty and well-priced. If you want to convince out-of-town guests that Indy isn't a cowtown, this is a good spot. There aren't many tables, so watch out for the wait at night.",
"Wow, what can I say about Brugge that wasn't said earlier by Denton J.?\n\nThe mussels and frites are the house specialty. You can have your mussels cooked in many different types of broths. You also get to choose from many different dipping sauces for your frites. \n\nThe beers are also very delicious - their Weisse beer is light and delicious with the mussels. \n\nThe only downfall is the space itself. It is cramped below a coffee shop and even if you make reservations, be prepared to wait for a table. The space is also cramped (think: not too many tables) so you might end up only a foot or two from the next table. The space isn't for a claustrophobic diner.\n\nIf they were to move to a larger location, I would definitely follow them. But as it is, I try not to go on weekends due to the long waits and lack of tables. When I'm hungry for mussels and frites, it's hard to make yourself wait over an hour for a table. Boo to that!",
"Great place. You will like it, I am sure. Good atmosphere, good food and good times. Even though this is a brewpub-- the food is fresh and tasty. Denton J seems to have covered everything to check out his review---just be sure to try this place.",
"This place is in a really cool location for a nice lunch/ dinner outside. It's next to all the cafes and bistros in Broad Ripple, but the outdoor seating here is much better. At most of the other bistros, you feel like the drunk Broad Ripple hoards are walking right next to your table as you eat (because they ARE, you have to share the sidewalk with all the pedestrian traffic.) Brugge has its own private patio area. The only detractor is that later in the evening you have more and more cigars showing up. The food here is pretty good, and for the atmosphere, not too pricey (maybe it's pricey for Indy, but I'm used to Chicago prices). The menu is actually what you might find on a similar establishment in Belgium, although a LOT less expensive. At Brugge, fries seem to be included with everything. They're really good. However, ordering fries as an appetizer is certainly overkill. A return trip to try the mussels is definitely in order.",
"A great way to spend a summer's evening with a few friends is sitting outside here, with some frites, some mussels, and some of their excellent house-brewed beer. The wait is long, but worth it. Be sure to save room for one of their dessert crepes!",
"Went here yesterday for late lunch/early dinner before Mellencamp show. It was first time I'd been to a Belgian restaurant and it didn't disappoint. The combination of their own Belgian beer and excellent food was great. Started with an order of frites with 3 dipping sauces (had garlic aoli, chili and vinegar) yum! - crispy and delicious. The beef and onion stew (carbonnade) was extremely rich and beefy - more soup than stew actually. It came with a nice hunk of bread to take advantage of the delicious broth. Also tried a crepe - surprised it came in a bowl, not wrapped up. The crepe (tasted like a thin tortilla) lined a bowl and was filled with artichokes, lots of portabello mushrooms and tomatoes - a good low fat or vegetarian choice. \nI had 2 white beers and husband had 2 black beers. Would have liked more but needed to pace ourselves for the rest of the night. Only disappointment - they don't sell the beer to go. Wish they had a place like this in Chicagoland.",
"I'd give it 3.5 stars given the option, but I had to round down based on all the rave reviews. \n\nI found their beers to be good, bordering on ok. The pomme frites were nice, and all their sauces were fun, but service and time of delivery were pretty bad. I ordered a French onion soup (or was it Belgian?) that the waiter promptly forgot to put in. After my dining party was 1/3 way through their meals, I asked again about it. \"Oh, I didn't know you wanted it.\" So he goes back and has the cookstaff make a fresh fucking soup. I know how it's done properly and if it's already kept hot, that should bang out in 3-5 minutes. If they were out, I would have gladly ordered something else. Point being, you don't make someone wait an extra 20 minutes to halfway carmelize onions. Eff that. The beer's ok, but beyond that, this place can go without my patronage.",
"I've been to a ton of brewpubs in the past couple years, and this is definatley my favorite in Indianapolis, and one of my favorites in the country. The location itself is unique and fun. And since other reviewers have been complaining about the cramped space, somebody must have been listening. They recently purchased the space upstairs and are expanding. They are also buying more brewing equipment in Terra Haute in order to begin bottling their beers.\n\nSpeaking of beer, whoever reviewed this place and said the beer is just ok obvioulsy doesn't care much for Belgians. This place routinely makes the best Belgians I've ever had. I especially love the dark, and my only complaint is that there is never more than two or three selections on tap at one time, and they're usually the same ones (light, dark, blonde). Maybe with the new equipment that will change.\n\nAs for food, everything is delcious. The two-pounds of mussles are delicious in any sauce, and come with some of the best fries I've ever had. My only complaint is that I'm hungry again a few hours later. Maybe I need to try a sandwich or crepe to truly satisfy my hunger.\n\nFor more details and more local brewpubs, visit: http://www.kingsbrewpubtour.com/Web%20Pages/Brew%20Pubs/Brugge%20Brasserie.html",
"Great food and fantastic belgian inspired beers. I've never had anything that wasn't very good. The only thing keeping me from giving it 5 stars is that sometimes the service has been spotty."
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"Just like the Dome, but now with steak. I miss some of their old menu, but this spot has the same ambiance - not quite chain restaurant, not quite unique. Solid food, nothing groundbreaking.\n\nGets the job done when you're looking to get a satisfying meal and glass of wine. Unfortunately, not much more interesting than that.",
"We were disappointed and concerned when The Dome - a favourite -became Redfire, a steakhouse. We've been slow to come round, testing the new place out bit by bit, including the overly dark 'steakhouse' ambience. But we're here. Brian and his excellent bar and restaurant team serve great food from an innovative menu complemented by good wines, including a 'monthly recommendation', which hasn't yet disappointed. If in doubt the Malbec by-the-glass is fabulous too..\n\nThe menu focuses on red meat, yet there's much more to choose from, as we inevitably do. Not so hungry? - a couple of the excellent appetisers will more that suffice.\n\nThe Cosmo, as made and served by Casey, is a favourite amongst our group. \n\nThe staff are very friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable, anxious to please.\n\nLike us, you'll appreciate Redfire and, like us, make regular visits.",
"Pretty good meal, limited menu, nice ambiance. Would go again for dinner, but a little pricey. I sent my cosmo back and got a glass of wine instead bc it was too sour. OUr waitress was a little strange and MIA a few times, but overall had a pretty good experience there. I should mention I don't eat red meat so my review of a steakhouse may be a little ridiculous...",
"Really nice lunch today at the Redfire Grill - our first visit since the change over from Dome. The decor is modern (and red, of course!) and comfortable, and the lunch prices were really quite reasonable. I had the special - a roasted chicken sandwich with fries on the side that would score in my top ten of french fries hall of fame! (My will power failed to limit my french fry intake to moderation. Sigh!) C had a salad with feta cheese; also excellent. Nice ambiance. Fairly decent wine list by the glass, (all lower end, I think) but the by the bottle list is much more imaginative. \n\nLooks like the place would have a nice vibe at the dinner hour. Back on our list to give that a try in the not too distant future, but I will definitely keep this one my \"hey, we should go out for a nice foodie sandwich or salad for lunch\" list. Welcome to the neighborhood Redfire!",
"Nothing great. No better than other steakhouses in the area and a bit pricey. I like Sullivan's much better for atmosphere, food, and wine selection. Waiter told us the sides weren't large enough to share which I disagree with. Sides are served family style and are plenty for two to share. The icing on the cake was when the waiter would not accept a Visa gift card as payment. \"our system can't handle Visa gift cards\"",
"Went to Redfire this past Saturday and was satisfied, but not \"wowed\". \n\nI called at 10am the morning of to request a 7pm reservation, which was denied. They said they could accommodate us at 8pm, I even spoke to the manager and he said they were definitely unable to do 7pm. Considering it was only two of us, we decided to show up at 7 anyway and roll the dice, since we had plans later that night. Sure enough, we were seated immediately upon walking in as the place was barely crowded...very odd. Also, there is something about being located in a shopping center that makes it feel very cheap to me.\n\nI got the wedge salad & the ribeye and my gf got the calamari and the filet. All of the food came out a little too quickly for my liking, if I am at a nice steakhouse I prefer to have some time to savor the experience and have a few drinks. The steaks were good, but nothing to write home about. The price was that of a Mortons, Ruth's Chris, Sullivans, or Capital Grille...in my opinion all four of the aforementioned surpass Redfire in almost every category.\n\nIn closing, if you are going to spend $130 on a dinner for two, there are a multitude of better options in my opinion.",
"Get the Redfire burger! Russian dressing, bacon, brioche roll. Yummy! Always cooked to perfection. Shoestring fries are also excellent.",
"Excellent house drinks and happy hour mixers. Good servers. I like the hummus appetizer. All three meals were decent including the steak. The food is a bit pricey, but not outrageous. The only thing I don't like are the fancy classy people, so the bar scene is upscale. Good place to go on a date. They are family friendly and don't have any dress code, but I did look out of place in my white tee shirt and sneakers but was treated very well. Some restaurants will give me the cold shoulder but not here. They respected me even though I was a bit under-dressed. \n\nI've been here 4 times and look forward to their happy hour specials and will definitely be back.",
"Food is always great and service is always excellent. From great burgers to great steaks I haven't had a bad meal and I have been going there since it was the DOME.\nThe Chef is always coming up with specials that are delicious. Can't recall how many times I asked the server to tell the Chef how great the meal was. Hats off to the managers, servers, bartenders and kitchen personnel. They always make you feel welcome, they always give great service and they always make great food. You wont be disappointed",
"Everything we've tried on this menu is great. They have a nice wine list. Their mixed drinks are good. Their apps and desserts are good, too. My husband and I have been several times, and we like everything about it. They're serious about good service, too, which is refreshing. They had a really good band one Thursday night which was unexpected."
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"This place is very similar to a Chili's.\n\nAverage beer selection and the menu is the usual salads, sliders, burgers, etc.\n\nI had pulled port sliders with sweet potato fries. Tasted pretty good although I didn't care for the sauce that came with the fries.\n\nOur waitress wasn't very good either. We got our food but had no silverware. I ended up asking another waitress to get us some because ours was nowhere to be found.\n\nThere were lots of TV's around the place showing various baseball games and the beers were cheap. I paid $4 for a 20oz blue moon.\n\nI have mixed feelings about the place but the cheap, tall beers got the 3rd star out of me.",
"While I was staying in town I have the opportunity to eat several meals here and was fairly satisfied. The service was excellent for the dinners, but from lunch until dinner could use some work. I can see why most attention would go into the service of the dinner crowd during the week since that's when most of the customers come in. The lunch crowd is pretty much nonexistent.\n\nThe cool thing about this location as well is you can charge this to your room at the Hilton Garden Inn next door. While the menu offers full meals such as steak, chicken, and fish, I pretty much just stuck with the sandwiches. The food I had was pretty good, but tried dessert once and while I was not expecting much it was not bad, but I would probably not do it again.\n\nThe screen placement around the place was a little problematic if you need to see any screens which are not affixed to the four walls. The screens that are hanging from the ceiling could be a little lower and still not cause a safety hazard.",
"Sunday September 19, 2010, my husband surprised me and took me here to watch the Eagles game (We Won). To our surprise Recovery receives 8 game feeds and you can watch all of them from the many flat screens they have posted along the walls. So we were able to watch most of the games on in addition to the Phillies. \nOne unique aspect that separates this place from other sports bars are the wireless speakers on your table broadcasting all 8 feeds. So you can listen to your game and when a commercial comes on switch to another with the touch of a button. \nThe food selections are typical bar and grill items, we had a wing sampler, their Steak Nachos, and my husband enjoyed their Brownie, vanilla ice cream and chocolate fudge dessert. I didn't rate this place on the food as much as the atmosphere to watch the game. If you are looking for the perfect place to watch a game/s look no further!",
"This is a huge sports bar connected to the Hilton Garden Inn -- which makes it cool because you can charge food & drinks to your room if you want to keep things simple & all on one bill. I liked the wireless speaker on each table that allows you select a specific event on one of the many dedicated big screens hung up around the place. I spent months at that location traveling on business over the last year and with the exception of having to train a new waitress here & there on the specifics of my order once in awhile, I'd give the rest of the crew 5 stars. I had to downgrade them slightly to a \"4 Star\" because one of the Bar Tenders routinely screwed up my drink of choice. If you're ever traveling on the Jersey Turnpike and get hungry, stop off at exit 5 for a great chili cheeseburger.",
"Their menu is a bit limited and could use a larger selection. The food they serve is good and the staff is friendly and helpful.",
"A really good bar for watching sports, complete with 80 TVs. This is the place to go to have a few beers and watch whatever game you have in mind. The food is typical pub-style food, nothing too impressive there. If you're into it, they do have some craft beer selections, which surprised me. The bartenders and servers were really friendly, and even when they were busy, chatted us up all afternoon. There weren't that many Philly fans during the Eagles game but a lot of Dallas fans earlier in the afternoon when they were playing. They have a bit of a tradition going on here during games, so if you're a fan of Dallas, this might be the spot for you.",
"This is your typical sports bar with a lot of TVs, sports paraphernalia and a few video games. There is a huge square bar that seats a lot of people and many tables. \n\nI stopped in here for a fast burger and beer while traveling for work. They had 8 different beers on tap and a menu of craft beers as well. It seems like it would be a good place to watch a game as there was about 20+ TVs around the place.\n\nI ordered the Chipotle BBQ boneless wings which were pretty good and then a Cheeseburger which was just OK, the bun seemed a little old and dry but the burger was pretty big and cooked how I ordered it.\n\nThe bartenders were very kind and attentive to my needs. If I were back in the area for business and wanted this type of fare, I would probably drop in again. Overall not too bad, nothing special or out of the ordinary, but nothing bad either.",
"The food here is good when the place is busy and they are on their game. We went on an off hour and were ignored by the wait staff and the food was off. Otherwise it is a good place to grab a burger and a beer and watch the game. The kids love having the speaker on the table for all the tvs. \n\nI have eaten here a bunch of times and the one bad time has turned me off and I haven't been back in months.",
"Awesome happy hour prices and decent food. They have a huge bar and a ton of TV's to watch your favorite team on. If you don't like being cooped up inside, their patio is nice and is great if you want to hang out with a group of friends.",
"Looks great inside lots of TVs I mean lots of TVs. Kind of neat that they have boxes for sound control of different TVs at each booth. \n\nIMO the only thing worth getting are the nachos. I can't rave on anything else hot wings have no hot sauce, and salty. burnt roll on my well done (order medium rare) burger. Over priced drinks. Service are hit or miss....had it very slow a few times. Told my friends if they planned to go again not to call me unless there is a good game on."
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"The GF and I were invited to Luke's Lobster's soft opening, which amounted to a tasting of the fresh Maine offerings that are slated to hit Rittenhouse Square today, May 16th. Located right next to Underdogs, this seems to be the perfect location for lobster rolls. But is Philly in need of another lobster roll? There are quite a few, including those at Oyster House and Stephen Starr's Route 6. But I suppose the better question is - is Philly in need of a great lobster roll? As I tasted Luke's offerings, the answer is a resounding yes! Better yet, it's more affordable than its competitors and dare I say, the quality of the crustacean is allowed to shine.\n\nTypically, lobster rolls are associated with prices that surpass the $20 pleteau. In fact, at Oyster House and Route 6, lobster rolls are $26 and $24 respectively. And unfortunately, compared to Luke's Lobster, those rolls are overdressed in mayo, which masks the innate sweetness of the succulent lobster. So how are Luke's low price points possible? It all starts with the source - fresh Maine lobster from his own seafood company, which maintains relationships with local lobstermen. \n\nJust hours after being farmed from Maine's waters, the lobsters are steamed, picked, and sealed in bags to lock in their freshness and prevent contamination. This maintains consistency and freshness throughout all of Luke's Lobster's outposts. And with multiple locations in NYC and DC, it's prime time Luke and his business partner, Ben Conniff, brought these bad boys to Philly. \n\nIn addition to samples of their rolls, Luke's Lobster graciously had some beers and wine on ice for the soft opening. So enough talk - let's get on with the food and drink!\n\nPeak Organic Summer Session Ale\nPeak Organic Brewing Company \n\nThe Peak Organic was a dry hoppy pale ale with a light lemon finish and a bit of fizz. \n\nAllagash Black Belgian Stout\nAllagash Brewing Company\n\nThe stout had some dark chocolate elements on the nose and the taste brings about some nice spice notes. Tasty.\n\nDry Riesling\nThirsty Owl Wine Company\n\nThis was a nice iteration of the varietal - apple aromas with a dry citrus finish. Served in a mason jar no less!\n\nBut of course, they've got a bevy of Cape Cod Chips and a variety of Maine Root Soda as well.\n\nBut really, I suppose we're here for the meat of the matter. Lobster meat that is. And perhaps some crab and shrimp.\n\nLobster Roll ($15)\nw/ soda, chips, pickle ($17)\nw/ beer, chips, pickle ($20)\n\nIt's amazing just how packed the roll was! It's only meaty claws and sweet knuckles here. In fact, you may as well take your first bites with a fork, lest a few claws of lobster meat spill from your roll. With minimal spice and mayo, the lobster is unadulterated - as it should be. A slight spritz of lemon accentuates the sweetness, all encapsulated by a perfectly toasted and buttered roll. And no surprise here - even Aziz Ansari loves it!\n\nCrab Roll ($12)\nw/ soda, chips, pickle ($14)\nw/ beer, chips, pickle ($17)\n\nThe crab roll was filled with a glut of sweet chunks of meat. With a dash of 'secret' spice, the crab took on a bit of a smoky profile, which I enjoyed. And for those of you that enjoy even more heat, there are plenty of Siracha bottles around!\n\nShrimp Roll ($8)\nw/ soda, chips, pickle ($10)\nw/ beer, chips, pickle ($13)\n\nThe rolls were filled with an abundance of shrimp. They had a nice snap to them because - you guessed it - they were fresh. The smoky spice helped to balance out the innate sweetness of the shrimp, with the butteriness of the roll bringing the sandwich over the top. \n\nI'll be back in a few weeks to try the Noah's Ark, which is essentially each of the rolls and two each of the sodas, kettle chips, and pickles - all for $38! I was excited to see that claws were also on the menu, and from what I hear, these empress claws are guaranteed to 'empress' your taste buds! So I just might have to try those bad girls as well. \n\nIt's a blessing that Luke decided to leave his finance career behind and pursue his passion, stemming from his years lobstering on the coast of Maine. And with his business partner Ben (who he found on Craigslist!), it's no surprise they're on Zagat's 30 under 30. From what I could see tonight, the staff at Luke's Lobster's Philly outpost is extremely upbeat and passionate about Luke's vision. I asked Luke whether he envisioned additional locations throughout Philly down the line. At the moment, he's completely focused on the Rittenhouse Square area, which seems to be in line with their overall vision - high quality and consistency over simple profits.",
"Oyster house, beware! You were just a lobster roll placeholder for Luke's. I'm a huge fan of Luke's in NY. Philly doesn't have many lobster roll offering as NY but now with Luke's, I can satisfy my lobster cravings without breaking the bank. And even after the long wait on the grand opening day, I can happily say...the lobster roll is just as great as in NY. And it's only $15 for the roll versus oyster house at $26 (plus fries). That's almost two lobster rolls! \n\nYup, I'm definitely in love :D",
"Full disclosure-- I'm a New Englander transplanted to Philly and I've eaten more lobsta rolls over the years than I care to admit. For my $$, the best ANYWHERE is Lobster Landing in Clinton, CT, right on the harbor.\n\nThat said, Luke's is easily best of Philly and here's why: quality, flavor, authenticity, price point and accompaniments.\n\nQuality: Fresh, sustainably harvested Maine lobster. No filler. Ever.\n\nFlavor: Sweet, succulent claw & knuckle meat & lemon butter. Yum.\n\nAuthenticity: No Canadian lobster to worry aboot. These are Mainers baby. No celery. No lobster salad or other crimes against lobsters. Buttered, grilled split top rolls. Nuff said.\n\nPrice point: $15; plus a \"Lobsta Mobsta\" rewards card that gets you your 11th one free. Suck on that competitors.\n\nAccompaniments: Maine root sodas (try the blueberry!), Maine beers, coleslaw & Cape Cod chips.\n\nDo yourself a favor and try it. Seriously. I trusted you Philly. I tried the cheesesteak when I got here, and you weren't wrong-- done right, they're awesome! Lobsta rolls will never replace them, but it's your turn to trust me--these are done right and they're awesome!",
"I just stopped in to sample the lobster sandwich. I purchased two for takeout. The price seemed a little steep, at first. We opened the boxes and found a ton of meat on a delicious piece of bread with just the right amount of mayonnaise. I can not wait to return!",
"I had the lobster roll and the crab roll both tremendous but a big but very small portions. Bring your wallet the problem is very tasty, but spent about $90.00 on 4 people and left hungry... If bigger portions would have received 5 stars.",
"We met a friend to have dinner here tonight. I went to college in New England and LOVE lobster rolls!!! I have to say it was AMAZING!!! My partner and our friend had the Noah's Ark and loved it all. I had the lobster roll and was THRILLED with it. AMAZING!!! $17 for a lobster roll? Really? Add a great bottled soda AND a bag of chips?!? Def check it out. Love it!!",
"It was good, there was lotsa lobster meat, although the roll seemed kind of small. Also, I expected the lobster to be warm, not chilled (although the roll is warm). I've had lobster rolls in CT several times and they were served warmed, but maybe the Maine traditional lobster roll is cold. I would prefer warm, if I got it another time I'd take it home and nuke it for about 10 to 20 seconds to warm the lobster. But not sure I'd shell out $15 again for this.",
"Above all else, these lobster rolls are some of the best I've ever had. Tons of claw meat, no filler. No doubt these are the real deal. And though the rolls are a bit smaller than others I've had around, honestly the taste and the price (only $17 dollars for a roll, soda and chips) totally make up for it. If you aren't ready to shell out a lot for lunch, they have a solid shrimp roll combo for $10.\n\nAlso, important to note that there were no opening day missteps. Even at 8:30pm, everything was in stock and the rolls were out in less than 5 minutes.\n\nAll in all, Luke's was a great casual experience with genuine rolls and at a great price. What's not to like here?",
"I couldn't wait for this place to open. It was opening day and they were only open for another hour, so i cheated on the gym that night. Easy 5 star for this new gem in Philly. It's definitely better than the competition around town. They triumph over on quality, taste, and price. Important things to know is that they don't use any fillers. It's straight up 4 ounces of lobster on a toasted/buttered/mayo'ed split top bun. No worries about a salad at all. For $17 you get the lobster roll, pickle, chip, and soda; not bad at all considering you would pay $15 for the roll alone. The lobster tasted fresh and it was overflowing from the roll. You won't feel cheated. The new england clam chowder soup was awesome as well. It had a great amount of clams and not over powered by the potatoes. Almost forgot, I love their blueberry root beer!! I'm not a root beer fan but this did it for me. This place is definitely added to our go-to's in the city. We'll surely return to try the other rolls. Treat yourself, you deserve it.",
"I must say I was pretty excited to get to Luke's Lobster after reading about it coming to Philly awhile ago on Philly.com. We came on Friday night, the day after the grand opening, and I was super excited and completely looking forward to the lobster roll with really high expectations... and they were definitely met. The girl at the register was really nice, she took our order and gave us each a punch card for your 11th roll free - pretty sweet! We each got the lobster roll combo that includes chips and a soda. The blueberry soda was heavenly, and I love those Cape Cod brand chips too :) The lobster rolls came out within 5 minutes of ordering, on a grilled roll, with a hint of mayo on the bun, and just a huge pile of claw meat. It was fresh and delicious. I love the casual atmosphere, and can't wait to go back and try the Taste of Maine :)"
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"Sometimes when a restaurant is so busy the people who prepare your food don't really listen (or care). Like when you're asked if you want sour cream AFTER they've already placed sour cream on your burrito... yea, that happened...",
"Have been here twice now. Have to admit and agree this is fast food that does not move fast and they don't always get things right or pay attention too well. However it sure beats the fast feeders I grew up with- Mickey D's etc. \n\nSome interesting options not enough on the vegetarian side in my opinion, but minor flares to old classics and I have yet to be able to completely explore the menu, that many things look good.\n\nThe chips are WAY to SALTY and cost extra which I am NOT a fan of, but I like the fact that their habanero fiery salsa tries to be fiery and the many entree choices....which is why this is fast becoming my first choice when it comes to fast food.",
"Not feeling this place. Long line all the time. Overrated and overpriced! Go to Chipotle. Its so much better there!",
"Don't laugh because I'm reviewing a Mexican fast food joint. When you're hungry and tired and poor, this is what you eat. So I order a chicken burrito with black beans, some kind of flavored cilantro-rice (supposedly), cheese, sour cream, salsa verde and grilled chicken. A side of chips with guacamole and an iced tea to round it out. Sounds like there should be some flavor action going on right? Wrong. It was like eating nondescript bulk filler. The only thing that tasted good was the guacamole. Thank God for that. Oh and the tortilla my burrito was wrapped with was sticky and rubbery and reminiscent of Chinese spring roll wrappers. Not what you want when you order Mexican. It was so bad that it stuck to my teeth with every bite. I was scrapping it off with my plastic fork in between chews. Not a good look out in public but whaddya gonna do?\n\nBottom line, I don't like to name drop in reviews, but if you want Mexican fast food go to the places with the initials B.F. or C.",
"This is one of my favorite lunch places to go when it's cold or rainy out. I order the Mexican gumbo, which is something of a misnomer because it's nothing like gumbo. They take their tortilla soup and ladle it over beans and rice. I find their tortilla soup much too spicy, so the beans and rice tame it down. You can add meat or veg, but I like it with just a spoonful of salsa. It's warm, filling and good for you.\n\nI also like their \"naked\" salads (no tortilla shell). The burritos are huge (almost to the point of being gross). Chips have a hint of lime and are NOT too salty and in fact, I would ask for extra salt if I could. Maybe the problem is that the salt is unevenly distributed?\n\nChipotle is comparable in flavors but it goes through you faster, if you get my drift. There isn't often a line at Qdoba, but if so, it moves fast. If you go frequently, ask about the Qdoba card that gives you points for your purchases that can be used for future purchases. I don't know if they are still doing it but Tuesdays used to be double points, hence the line.",
"I think these burritos are better than Chipotle's and they come without the side of post-modern exposed everything decor (we get it, you were in such a hurry to build the burritos, you couldn't bother to finish building the restaurant). Bonus, the burritos here are a little less expensive and there are a whole lot of other options here too -- also made to order. Try the three cheese nachos and rejoice that they actually have Dr. Pepper on tap to wash it all down and cool the burn the habanero salsa left in your mouth.",
"One of the best restaurants! Food is excellent and staff is always friendly . Highly recommend Qdoba!",
"I don't have any good places to eat in my neighborhood of Southwest Philadelphia so I will give this a 3 stars, but I think there may be a problem with mice. Dining area is not sanitary enough for me to want to come back here to eat. I have pictures for you to see to prove it.",
"I love Qdoba! Every time I go there, the staff is friendly; sometimes even funny. They are patient with the people who take forever to order, and often make suggestions when I want to try something new. The restaurant is clean, the portions are huge, and the food is always hot and fresh. Their rewards system is on point too.. I always get free food or deals in my email. For knock-off Mexican fast food, this is my favorite. Oh, and their guac is BOMB. My only complaint (not really mine since I always get naked burritos) is that the tortillas sometimes get soft and chewy.",
"This Qdoba is at a strip mall at one of the major intersections in Cherry Hill. Parking seemed more than adequate on the night when I was there. I thought service was quite good and the staff seemed in good spirits once I started talking to them. However, I could not shake the impression that I wasn't getting terribly good value for money because portion sizes didn't justify the prices and the food itself was merely average."
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"A tourist destination that's currently floundering as there are more things for visitors to Downtown to do without visiting a mall.\n\nIt's worth going just to see the place, but there really aren't any destination business left (unless you count Hard Rock).",
"This used to be a really \"cool\" place to go on the weekends. In fact, I think I had my junior prom at the hotel here...or was it senior year? So long ago...\nThis converted old train station now houses a mall with various stores and eateries. Not all that impressive, but the building is such a cool piece of history it's worth checking out. \nI've taken a lot of great photos here and provided it hasn't been altered in anyway, the architecture & design are pretty amazing.",
"This famous railroad station is worth seeing for the architecture of the retored waiting room -- now the lobby of a Hyatt Hotel and some of the exterior architecture. The renovation into a shopping mall looks pasted in and unlike some Rouse-ified developments like Quincy Market it does not seem to draw many people. Other than souvenir places, there is little of local color either. A good example of how not to restore an architectural masterpiece.",
"When I was younger, the group of guys that would make fudge on the large marble counter in front of everyone, near the main entrance, was pretty much the coolest thing I'd ever seen.\n\nI don't really think there is much there anymore now though, so I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to see it.\n\nCool architecture though!",
"a+ for architecture, loved the history there... stayed at the hotel as a stopover point between two destinations for two nights... the pool was a bit warm and chemical-ly. The room kind of had a feeling of the rooms in the movie \"the shining\" ... which isn't totally bad, they weren't super spooky.. it could be worse. \nate at several of the restaurants within walking distance, hooters, hard rock and another one.. they were fine.",
"St. Louis Union Station is neat place to go to get a look back at the history of St. Louis at the turn of the 19th century. The Victorian train shed to the Romanesque styles of the main entryway, Union Station is a wonderful place to see.\n\nWhen I was downtown I used to stop into Union Station for a lunch break and to get out and about and walk around. Inside the building there is a lot of things to see. Of course there are the shops, the Cardinals store and The Beatles store where you can get anything and everything related to either baseball or music at the respective stores.\n\nUnion Station is a neat place to go. Besides all the stores that are located there, there is also a nice bit of history that you can learn as well as look at a small museum dedicated to the station.",
"Union Station is a collection of stores and restaurants in St. Louis and is a great place to browse around and spend an afternoon. I am a really big fan of paddle boats and Union Station is also one of the few places in STL where you can get your paddle boat on. Union Station is a great place to grab dinner or kill time before heading to a Blues Game. There's not a whole lot here anymore, though, so don't budget too much time to spend here.",
"This place is so three stars. It's a goddamn shopping mall, surrounded by the likes of Houlihan's and the Hard Rock Cafe. But it was walking distance from our hotel, it was hot outside, and sometimes as parents you give up a few dignity points so the kids can have a good time.\n\nA few pluses though:\n-The fudge place where you get a gospel show when they hand out the samples (there's my complete review since I didn't sample the samples)\n-No chains really, except the restaurants\n-Lots of cheap shops\n-Truffles and gelato\n-Decent, cheap spa\n-The jumping gizmo where anyone weighing less than 220 pounds can catapult half-way to the ceiling\n-Friendly (except for the fish - see below)\n-The fattest, most well-fed fish in the surrounding pond. For a quarter, you get some feed, toss it in, the fish murder each other to get to the food first. Kids love fish violence.",
"As an artsy person, Union Station holds a special place in my heart due to the architecture and the history. It is in fact a National Historical Landmark, and so we should be proud to have it. I've gawked at this beauty as my Dad drove me to hockey games since I was a kid. Inside there are model trains, a tour and shops. \n\nWhile wedding planning, we made a stop inside to check out the whispering walls in the Grand Hall - something that I suggest everyone do, at least once - where while standing in one corner of the arch, the sound of your whispering gets catapulted to the other side for another person to hear. The Grand Hall itself is gorgeous, and reminds me of New Orleans. \n\nThere are plenty of little shops throughout Union Station that are a bit tourist-aimed, but a visit every few years is still enjoyable. Mostly, I admire from the outside. The fish pond is fun, especially when watching the way people react to the crazy fish.",
"This place is GOD-AWFUL. \n1- Tacky people of all races being really really trashy. \n2- Cheap stores selling crap that no one needs\n3- It gets really crowded with really strange people whenever there's a convention. \n\nI will say that the water/ pond area outside is pretty and the design is nice, not to mention historic, but overall this place just disgusts me."
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"The first time we went here, it was great. Not excellent, but still above good. They had a half price special for sushi and tempura, and we took advantage of it like no one's business.\n\nThe maki were good but the nigiri were dried out and tasteless for the most part. We ordered tempura and whoo-hoo! It was fantastic! For what it was, it was a good meal at a great price, within walking distance of home. \n\nThe atmosphere was avante garde, but it wasn't gauche. The only thing I would really complain about ambiance-wise was the music. Hellllo, the nineties called, they want Enigma back.....\n\nOur second round was a nightmare. Every single roll had turned into the infamous inside-out roll- the roll created by the Japanese to quell the weak stomachs of Americans who are afraid to eat seaweed. \n\nOh, how nasty it was! I loath inside-out rolls, and they're made even more loathsome when the rice is mushy and under-seasoned. Blerg indeed! The rolls had also shrunk in size. Their futomaki were now the size of regular rolls and their sushi maki had diminished into hosomaki. The shame!\n\nWe always knew this wasn't haute sushi, far from it, but bad sushi is really foul. We forced ourselves to eat the unraveling slices of poorly formed sushi, knowing we would hate ourselves for it. I've known youngsters who could roll a tighter, more shapely roll.\n\nI was embarrassed for the waitress who served us that night. Surely she knew how bad this was. I know I'd want to commit seppuku after knowingly serving up food that nasty.",
"Wow. Just read the last review and although I respect its author's opinion, my opinion is the exact opposite and probably far less emotional and certainly lacking the unnecessary, but cute reference to certain forms of ritual suicide.\n\nCome on. It's sushi!\n\nYou can't get mad at sushi, especially at Mochi, where it's plentiful, the service is excellent and it's fresh. Oh yeah, it's also inexpensive. 1/2 happy hour priced sushi is not a new concept, but at Mochi, you can definitely get your order in... And fast.\n\nI'd also like to mention the other non-sushi dishes... Why do Americans always think that Japanese food is only sushi? I suggest try the yakisoba here. Mochi has elevated this dish to another level. I suggest getting it with shrimp.\n\nThey also have a wonderful Vietnamese menu, which is great for groups that end up on South Grand, but are unsure of what to eat. There's something for everyone over here and each dish is made with loving care.\n\nUltimately, I've never had a problem with their sushi, like the previous author has stated, and I think I've had my fair share of sushi in life. This is not 100% completely traditional Japanese sushi rolls, but then again, there aren't many Japanese American restaurants that are.\n\nSo if the other author is reading this, I suggest she chill out about her concepts of \"avante garde\" and Japanese food... even though she seems to know a LOT about Japanese cuisine... And maybe sit down with some friends at Mochi, and try something else on their extensive menu.\n\nAnd then follow that with their deep-fried cheesecake. Yes. I said it.\n\nDeep fried cheesecake.",
"Totally disagree with the negative review from Rachel B. We've been to Cafe Mochi 3 times now and each time the sushi has been outstanding. Love the half price happy hour (on regular rolls and sushi). Drinks and food came fast even during the happy hour when all of the tables were full. Highly recommended!",
"We arrived early on a Friday afternoon and was pleased to discover that we made in in time to take advantage of the half price sushi and two for one drinks. \n\nThe sushi was actually quite good and fresh. The rolls were a little small but it all was flavorful. We also had a tempura shrimp appetizer and that was exceptional. We actually ended up ordering too much sushi and forced ourselves to finish. My son who doesn't do sushi (he's 13) ordered the chicken teriyaki which I tasted and it was also pretty good. Service was adequate, maybe a little slow but they were kind of busy so I'll give them a break on that.",
"The service was good, the atmosphere was pleasant, but the food was only so-so, especially considering the price. I ordered the chef's special for the day and only ate about half. I want to go back and try the happy hour sushi, but Mochi isn't high on my priority list.",
"Sushi is an art! That means: A sushi chef should know how to craft his art , with the right ingredients and portions, and display with pride.\n\nWell, at Mochi - disappointedly it's a novice artist working to just sell the tiny-empty rolls. I love Japanese cuisine from traditional to very modern- flare, sashimi to sushi. Mochi is a very basic Asian -Vietnamese restaurant, which serves sushi, it's not a Japanese restaurant. With all do respect , calling Mochi a Japanese restaurant is a grave insult!\n\nThere is nothing Japanese about the menu, it's very Americanized with the typical -fusion-meals like the all mighty Teriyaki bowls and Tempuras. We ordered 4 different rolls only to be disappointed with the content and portions for the price we paid. The taste- AHI was nowhere to be found, it was in such small portions that made me almost send it back, but I didn't. Another one of my favorite rolls= SPICY AHI, which was nowhere near the pepper, not enough fish, not enough flavor, I had to reluctantly ask for Sriracha on the side, even with the big lump of wasabi! The Wasabi was very MILD! \nHamachi Kama, which is usually succulent and prized was brushed with teriyaki sauce, what a disgrace!\n\nTempura roll- tiny shrimps didn't qualify for the roll itself. Miso soup tasted like the ones I buy in store, packeted. Nigiri- very SMALL and dry. We ordered one of the special rolls which had minute amount of nori and rice, and even smaller amount of ingredients! \nAnyhow, not so surprisingly, they have a Vietnamese menu as well. Maybe , they should just stick to calling MOCHI a VIETNAMESE restaurant and not a Japanese one!!! \n\nAlthough I shouldn't expect a lot from Midwestern sushi places , I was still a little disappointed with the Mochi sushi makers! They are doing the sushi experience Injustice!\n\nTHE SERVICE: was slow, and kind of confusing. The server didn't seem to understand the menu ... maybe she was new, or ?\n\nI know nothing beats the real -deal in Hawaii , where Japanese food is #1.",
"I had heard mixed reviews about this place, but now I'm kicking myself for not getting here sooner. My friend and I LOVED this place. We went early to catch the happy hour specials. We tried several different rolls, all were great. We had plenty to eat and drink and spend $12 a piece. I will definitely be going back for more.",
"My gal and I went down and enjoyed their happy hour special (1/2 off rolls).\n\nWas very impressed first time we had been there and will definitely be back.\n\nFirst time I ever had Conch... and I am hooked!! The volcano roll is what it's all about.",
"The sushi was just ok. We ordered several rolls and, while the quality was adequate, it was nothing special for the cost. I have definitely had equal quality at places half the cost.",
"I think i could eat sushi at Cafe Mochi every day!\nCafe Mochi has some addictive options. If not for anything else, try the Volcano Roll. you will not be sorry, and you will want it every day after that. \nAs an FYI, during happy hour at Cafe Mochi, they offer sushi at half price. However, the only half price sushi are the options listed on the front side of the menu they have...which excludes all the super-fabulous things (like the Volcano Roll or the Lemon Drop Roll)!"
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"I have written a lot of reviews but none have pissed me off more than this one! This is bullshit company it's not even on yelp! Well now they are because I put them there. In the photos I'm gonna show you some crap! We're staying at the Sheridan on West Cypress and the menu was shoved in our door. We were staying here for a week, and we decided to give them a try. I'm going to show you pictures that are fairly unbelievable for a pizza restaurant. I ordered a margarita pizza it was 12 inches, spaghetti and meatballs and antipasta salad. From the pictures you will see that the pizza was absolute garbage. The only thing that makes it remotely a margarita is the fact they put fresh cherry tomatoes on it, The antipasta salad.. Wasn't.. and the PORTION of what was supposed to be spaghetti and meatballs, was child size (as demonstrated by the hand of my four-year-old) this company is praying on hotels in my opinion. They know we won't be here long so they don't really care. They're not looking for local appreciation. I called them out after food was delivered and ask them if they wanted to correct it, they said this is how it's delivered! So I give you the pictures and you can judge for yourself whether not you want to call this company to feed your family for the night!",
"The worst restaurant staff I've ever dealt with. This place sucks!!! Highly rude and unprofessional staff, combative. Not worth it! STAY AWAY!!!",
"Ordered food to my hotel room with an ETA of 45-55 minutes. It showed up in 90 min and trust me it wasn't worth waiting for. The noodles tasted old, the fries were nasty and the chicken sandwich just OK. I don't recommend this place at all.",
"This was an overall terrible experience. We arrived at our hotel and tried to order a quick pizza for dinner. After waiting almost an hour, we got a phone call from someone at the pizzeria saying there had been an \"issue\" and the delivery guy took the pizza on the wrong route. He never apologized, but assured me the cook was putting in a new pizza and would be leaving with it in 10 minutes. I asked if the pizza would be discounted and his response was \"well it's only going to a 10 minute difference\" - being that we were stuck here without a car we said okay. The delivery man then shows up 35 minutes later, without our drink that was a part of our meal plan. What a joke, terrible place of business and not one single apology was given.",
"I wish I would of checked the other reviews first. Everyone is right. Just awful. 55 min wait. Delivery charge and additional charge for using your card. $19.99 total for 12\" pizza. Pepperoni Feast was just a normal pepperoni pizza. Tasted awful. Gas Station pizza is better! You can tell this business doesn't care. Don't waste your money!!",
"I'm in the same boat as everyone else here: menu shoved under my door and too busy working to leave the hotel for food tonight.\n\nThey brought someone's order to me after a 60 minute wait (45 min estimate by them). When I opened the box and took off after the deliver guy, he was gone. Called the \"restaurant\" back and they advised \"he grabbed the wrong box: he'll be right back\". That was 90 minutes ago. Stupidly I didn't eat the other person's order, which is cold as hell now, but I really wanted what I paid for. Called back, got a \"He's almost there\". That was about 15min ago. I'm just typing now because I'm extremely hungry and need something to do. I'll certainly update with the result in a bit. But hey, they got my payment, delivery fee and fat tip already so what's their motivation?\n\n##UPDATE##\n\nFood never arrived by 11:15pm. A nice 3+ hours after the initial order and 2 hours after the replacement was promised. Considering I have a flight that leaves in 7 hours, I'm not really into scarfing down the meal I ordered even if it ever is delivered. Now I have to worry about the jackass waking me up as I go to bed hungry. \n\n##UPDATE##\n\nToo mad to sleep. Called them. The manager blamed ME for the mistake, then hung up on me when I asked for my money back. This is the second worst treatment I've ever had from a restaurant (my Miss Delta review will tell the tale of the worst).\n\nAVOID THIS HORRIBLE PLACE! DON'T MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE I DID! THESE ARE LYING, INCOMPETENT HORRIBLE PEOPLE WITH NO REGARD TO CUSTOMER SERVICE OR EVEN DOING THEIR DAMN JOB.",
"I don't normally write reviews but this experience has pushed me to do so. \n\nLike everyone else on here we too found this restaurant through a flyer under the door. We ordered 4 items and all four had problems. \n\nThe ham pizza was burnt, the pineapple pizza had uncooked toppings on it, the calzone didn't have any of the toppings that we paid for, and last but definitely not least, the pizzas weren't cut!!! We are in a hotel room with no silverware and uncut pizza!!!\n\nWhen we called the restaurant they hung up on us and were very helpful.\n\nDon't go here. With all the options out there choose wisely.",
"I love New York style pizza, and since these people shoved a flyer in all the doors at our Apartment complex, I thought I would give them a try... I seriously should have looked up the reviews first. \n\nI ordered the pizza at 4:14 pm, so that we'd have enough time to eat before my husband had to leave for work at 5:30. We got the number 6 (2/16 inch pizzas with one topping and a two liter.) which was a $22.99 special. The young lady advised me that they only had \"Pepsi\" available and that was fine with us. The total ended up $28.00 and a 45 minute delivery time was provided. The price was higher than normal but the girl was nice and the delivery time was agreeable, so we placed the order on my husband's Visa card .\n\nWe provided them with the exact area the address was located in and the gate code to enter. (We are about 10 minutes away).\n\n(Placed order at 4:14pm). Called back at 5:19 since we had received no calls telling us that our pizza was late or the status of the delivery.the young lady answered and said that the delivery man hasn't left yet. (We speak fluent Spanish) she was reminding him that we had a gate code and that we were on the phone at that very moment. She then turned her attention to me and let me know that the pizza was on its way NOW. I said ok and we hung up...\n\n5:45....I call because the pizza is not here. No one answered after nearly a minute of the phone ringing.\n\n5:46, I called RIGHT BACK! At this point, my husband is terribly upset (it was charged on his card-so he MUST WAIT TO SIGN FOR IT) and he is suuuuuper late for work. Thank goodness that his boss and he are close. The young lady answered: \"Hellooooo.\" Me: \"Um yes it's been almost two hours since our order was placed.... Do you know what's going on?\" The young lady: \"I think he was stuck in traffic. If he doesn't get there soon, give me a call back. Ok?\" Me: \"Ok? This is a little crazy.\" (And I hang up).\n\n\n\n5:57! ! ! ! The PIZZA has finally arrived. Of course we did not end up tipping because the delivery guy didn't say anything. He simply pushed the pizza and 2 liter, along with the receipt (which was in need of my husbands \"John Hancock\") into my husbands hands. When the receipt was signed, he simply held out his hand, grabbed it, and walked away. \n\n\nTHE PIZZA: \n\n*** To our surprise the Pepperoni pizza and Bacon pizza (hard to mess up) was OK. I mean, it was as cold as ever but it wasn't terrible. To be honest, I would've actually considered ordering again if the delivery wasn't a complete Effing Horror Show! Obviously our pizza was cold because it had probably been on 10 other errands prior to arriving to our home. The Pepsi was flat :( ! What did we expect though, really?",
"If you're hungry, go elsewhere. Pizza came 1 hour after it was supposed to be delivered, which was an hour after it was ordered. they are 2.6 miles away. hmmmm. I called 3 times after the promised delivery time. 15 mins late, 30 mins late, then 45 mins late. the guy who answered yelled at me for 4.5 mins straight so I could talk. told me it was my fault. they have other customers, I'm not special and on and on. I live in CT and had ordered the pizza to be sent to my finance. I can't wait to visit her soon and swing by to talk with the owner.",
"Ordered a 2 sub combo deal with fries and soda. Got the subs, no fries no sodas. Said they'd be back and never came. We even pre tipped $5. The subs were tasty but small. Not going back."
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"I have visited twice and have to say, stick to the program! First visit was rather unimpressive, mainly because of the lack of service. Our food came out quickly. We sat at their bar next to the kitchen and were not acknowledged by the many staff members and managers working there that evening, but they were pretty busy. The Turkey sandwich (I got grilled, my husband got the fried version) were okay, but not really a standout. Price for the product was more than reasonable. Second visit was much better as we ordered their chicken tenders meals, at the drive thru window. Staff there was fabulous! Items were packed nicely in a large tote bag for us and it was fast and fresh :)\n\nTheir chipotle barbecue sauce is really tasty! Next time, I want to try one of their salads.",
"Wanted to try PDQ since I heard about one opening in Tampa, glad they made it out to Pasco! My wife and I visited PDQ on Sunday at lunch time, and it was packed since this was only their second weekend open. I expected a long wait to order since the line was almost to the door, but it moved fairly quickly. \n\nWife and friend ordered chicken salads, I got a grilled chicken sandwich, my 3.5 year old got the chicken tenders. While we waited for our orders, we went to make our drinks where they have those cool \"flavor your own Coke\" machines. It took a little while to get drinks because each person takes about 30 seconds to make their selections, but I imagine the wait will be less once this place isn't brand new. I actually opted for an iced green tea/sweet tea mix instead of a Coke product, but still had to wait to get ice from the machine. No big deal.\n\nI swear it took them no longer than 3 minutes to have our orders ready, they called our names over a nice loud speaker to let us know the order was up, and we found some seating surprisingly quickly with how crowded it was. On my way to sit down, a PDQ employee noticed I was carrying my baby daughter in a car seat, so he went and got me a car seat stand, so that was great (and appreciated) service.\n\nMy chicken sandwich was fine and dandy, and the fries were even better...reminded me of Five Guys, but a bit crispier and a little smaller cut. My wife thought her salad was \"fine\", not bad, but nothing to write home about. My son's tenders tasted nice and fresh (yeah I stole a bite or two), not overly salty like most places. All-in-all a nice experience and I'd definitely eat here again due to the great service and reasonable pricing. I'd choose PDQ over Chick-Fil-A if I had to.\n\nTidbits:\nThey have at least 2 large flat panel TVs where they had sports stations on, great for me. Also, there is a good amount of outdoor seating with some water misting if that's your thing....a little hot this time of year for me personally.",
"I went here on opening day and of course they were packed. Impressively enough they got my order out very fast. I just wanted to try it really fast so we just got an order of chicken fingers, and I split it with my husband. There was something different about it, and it was good, but I can't pinpoint what it was. \n\nThey drink machine was pretty cool with being all automated and touch screen. They had a nice outside area to sit so Mocha Coconut my shih tzu can come with us. They have nice misting fans there too. \n\nThe one thing to remember is that it is hard to get in and out of the location just bc of where the exits are, so just keep that in mind.\n\nI'll be back bc I want to try there salads with chicken on them, then I can see about giving an even thorough opinion about it.",
"PDQ is OK. I think I'd feel differently if I had kids because it seems like a great place to take kids and the prices are right.\n\nHaving said that...my husband and I were passing by this weekend and we decided to try it. The menu is VERY small and there aren't much options for a healthy minded individual. This was weird because the restaurant advertises serving fingers, salads, and sandwiches. \n\nThe place was decorated kind of neat and the service was good. The salad I ended up ordering tasted really good but I wish that it had more dark lettuce instead of all iceberg (but this is probably why the salad was considerably cheap). However, there was a lot of really tasty chicken on top which basically made the salad. \n\nI wish they didn't use styrofome plates, ect...my fork kept going through the bottom of the plate and it's not very environmentally friendly!",
"We wanted to try this new fast food chicken concept. It is in front of Sam's Club on SR 56 in Wesley Chapel. The map on Yelp's site has it east of Bruce B. Downs....that is wrong....it is west of Bruce B. Downs.\n\nI had the Crispy Chicken Sandwich with fries and it was fantastic. The Iceburg Lettuce was a nice big chunck and fresh (not just a wilted leaf or two like most places). The chicken was a good size. The fries were OK. My wife had a chicken (not fried) salad and said it was very good. They have the new Coke machines that you can combine flavors with any Coke product via a touch screen. It was cool!!\n\nThe place is large and modern, not you average fast food joint. The name is approperate as the food was ready Pretty Damn Quick. So quick in fact, my wife had just arrived at the cook machine when they called her name to pick up the order. This place beats Chick-Fil-A.\n\nUpdate: The map on Yelp's site has been fixed!",
"Tried the salad yesterday! I got the crispy chicken salad with the cranberries walnuts, cherry tomatoes, and blueberry vinegrette dressing. This is a huge salad for 5.99. Also, it usually says it's with grilled chicken but I asked for the crispy chicken. \nWell, I picked out all the crispy chicken first and ate that. When I did that, it spoiled my salad bc I felt like there were not too many pieces of chicken compared to the amount of salad. That makes my rating just okay. I did like the salad a lot, and the dressing, but bc there was not much chicken on it, that's why it got what it got. \nI still do like the chicken here, and I may be back sometime.\n\nThe patio is nice especially for the crispy warm baking sun and humidity that whips us in the face right now. Instead of humidity and heat, it's misting fans. That works for me.\n\nBe careful once again with the entrances, there is a small entrance to turn left if you are coming from the direction of I 75. It's easier if you are coming from Shoppes of Wiregrass bc you can just turn right.",
"We came here to try the food and see how the restaurant was set up. I like that they have the Coke machines with 70 different combinations and the food came out really fast and was good. I had the chicken tender meal with creamy garlic sauce and I liked how natural the chicken tasted and the breading is great. The fries are perfectly seasoned and my husband love his crispy chicken sandwich. I would come back to try more.",
"PDQ is pretty good and although the service is awesome I would Still say they fall just a little short of their competition at Chick-Fil-A. Being that there really is no competition (yet) in the WC area they'll do great though. The food is good and it's nice to see that everything is fresh, also I'm glad they provide options outside the norm as sides. My favorite is the apples as they're cut fresh and compliment a sandwhich or chicken meal quite well. I'm not a soda guy but it's cool to see the advanced Coca Cola mixing machine inside which seemed to be a hit to the Sam's Club group. I do like their iced tea and the lemonade is the exact recipe as Chick-Fil-A so no suprises there. Overall, if you're looking for \"fast food\" in the Wesley Chapel, this is your place so enjoy!",
"We've had a couple of experiences here lately that were sub-par, although the food is good.\n\nOne one occasion, my wife and daughter and I went there and each of us had a meal except my wife's fries were missing. I alerted the manager who said he would bring them out when he had another batch ready. After 15 minutes, I could no longer find that manager but saw another one behind the counter. I explained that the other manager said he'd bring us our fries but never did. He offered to give me a batch of fries at that time, but I explained that we were done eating at this point. He then offered me something else like a chicken sandwich. I don't think he understood. We had all just finished eating so another meal or side would not be helpful at this point. I really thought perhaps he might just credit our bill for the fries or at least offer a coupon for a free side or shake or something which would ultimately bring us back into his store. Offering me a free meal right there -- after we'd just finished eating -- was really not useful compensation for their mistake. He never really apologized either which kind of set me back as well. \n\nMore recently, a number of us ordered takeout -- mostly chicken sandwiches and salads. Of about 8 orders, 3 of the salads were incorrect (crispy vs. grilled chicken). Also, the fries that came with my chicken sandwich were quite soggy and not crisp at all.\n\nI had high hopes for our new PDQ, and while the chicken itself is better than most fast food in the area, the level of service at this location needs some improvement. I probably won't rush back there in the near future.\n\nUPDATE: December 2014: I'd like to update my rating to 4 stars. We've returned here a number of times over the past year and had good, quick, accurate service, and the food was prepared well and tasted good. I'm glad we haven't had any repeats of our earlier experiences as we really like this place.",
"Good fresh very fast food. Turkey sandwiches both grilled and fried are a delicious alternative to chicken, and the chicken is great too! All the portions are very generous. Fries look to be hand cut and are finished nicely with salt and pepper. Iced tea is fresh brewed, not from a soft drink machine. Personnel is knowledgeable, accommodating and friendly. The restaurant is spotless and the hand washing station is an absolute hoot. The restaurant concept, although limited in scope, works, and works well."
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"I REALLY enjoyed this place. Besides the over wearing of plaid at the young Republican/Frat party that was happening in the private room off the bar, it was a FABULOUS time. I went here with a group of 10 on a Saturday afternoon. We had wings and beer and played darts. \r\n\r\nThe wings were scary and difficult to eat ( they were the Large, whole wing version) and they kind of grossed me out a bit. They were very tasty, but I don't like to see all parts of the wing in one. \r\n\r\nWe got pitchers of their homemade Spring Ale and is was fantastic and only $13/ pitcher. My friends are still raving to this day about how it was possibly the best beer they have ever had.\r\n\r\nThe location was pretty cool too. It's located on the second floor and reminiscent of a pub where Ben Franklin may have come to ponder the future of our country over a pint. It's dark and weathered looking but that only adds charm. They also have huge U shaped booths which fit our entire party and allowed us all to converse.\r\n\r\nIf I was looking for a pub in Philly, this would be my first choice.",
"This place has the same burgers that Monk's is famous for but the preparation of these burgers is inconsistant. The last three times I've been in there, the burgers were overcooked. Major pet peeve: The waiter asks how I would like my burger cooked. I answer: medium rare. The burger comes out well-done. Why was I asked in the first place? That happens at Nodding Head more than it doesn't. IF you get a well-cooked burger, you will enjoy this place. The fries are not to be missed and the micro-brewed beer is pretty good. But if you want the real deal, go to Monk's.",
"Good atmosphere. Nice beer selection. Very good food. The wait staff is friendly and courteous. I plan on visiting again.",
"i really enjoyed myself here. it was a simple and straightforward bar and restaurant with its own brews. the table i got with my friends was big and comfortable and we had a wonderful time. the brews were well crafted standard american. i highly recommend this place for a chill time with good friends.",
"i always like coming to this place when i come home to vi sit my parents. nodding head = bobble heads, of which this place has an immense collection : )",
"Very good beers. I loved the oatmeal stout. The Nato Red might be good, but it definitely didn't pair well with our meals. We shared a yummy appetizer of white beans and sage, which came with warm pita triangles. The polenta puttanesca was great, sort of a lasagna made with polenta, mushroom, and tofu (but I couldn't tell it was tofu). The fish in the fish & chips was fresh. The fries were delicious. The restaurant itself is dark, cozy, and a little classier than your average brewpub.\n\nHow did Fergie manage to create an empire of deliciousness? \n\nTangent: Philly has amazing pub grub. Even in the dingiest of dive pubs, the food is a notch above the good pubs in most cities. Nodding Head would be considered upscale in other cities, but it manages to be unpretentious and comfortable to all types of people.\n\nI'm getting so fat in this city....",
"amazing fries. amazing chicken fingers. amazing mussels. yes, it was a delight to eat here for some good pubgrub. it had a loud & cheerful atmosphere. i start to salivate everytime i think of their mussels ( i believe the recipe is from Monk's, their sister restaurant). excellent garlic yummy goodness. go here for some grubbin. \n\nRANT: i actually would choose this place over Monk's cause Monk's was overcrowded, the staff was pushy, and i found a hair in my food. extra protein: yes. hygiene: bad. the waitress just shrugged and was like: your problem. so yeah, GO NODDING HEAD!",
"Go for a sledwrecker, I think it's that time of year. Just don't wreck your sled on the way home. Bobbleheads galore, good food. It can get busy but it's usually a low key atmosphere.",
"I agree with previous reviews that the burgers are overdone and crispy (read: charred) on the outside, however the onion rings are TO DIE FOR. The special mayo/dipping sauce is TO DIE FOR. The Glug beer is TO DIE FOR.\n\nThe atmosphere is intimate despite being a large bar--my friend says she's never had to wait for a table. If you're looking for a Monks alternative, this could be your spot.",
"This place is nearly empty on a Wednesday night. Too bad, because their beers are very good. They have 6 home-brews on tap, one of them is in a cask. And they have funny names like \"Bill Payer's Ale\" and \"Grog\". Nice!"
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"Run by the same owners that own Simply Thai just further North on Lindbergh, this place is just the same, except with far superior lunch specials. It's pretty obvious that they were shooting for the working lunch hour when they moved here with lunch combos including a crab rangoon, a spring roll, and a soup of the day. The soup can range from Tom Yum Goong to Hot and Sour Soup. Going there with the vegetarian coworker rocks cuz it means a double helping of soup :-D\n\nWith that said, the food is exactly like Simply Thai with some solid Pad Thai. Their curries are only so so and I haven't had anything from their Chinese Takeout menu. Another solid choice would be that pad see euw.",
"I prefer the menu at Pearl Cafe over Simply Thai. A little different take on some things. They are looking to provide a variety of Asian styles in the future.\n\nYou can't go wrong with the Tom Yum Shrimp Noodle soup.",
"This was my first time having Thai. Pahd Thai sounded like a good choice since it was one of the non-spicy items (plus I LOVE sprouts). I ordered that with chicken and some fresh (non-fried) spring rolls. My order was carry-out but I was still treated very nicely. The service was fast and friendly.\n\nNow to the food... OMG was it amazing! The spring rolls were delicious. The pahd thai is pretty amazing too, although I have a ton of leftovers because I was pretty full after just the spring rolls.\n\nI will definitely be back, and next time I may even try something different! =P",
"Went back here today and yet again the food was amazing! My bf and I stayed and ate this time. I had the stir fried glass noodles with tofu and it was amazing.\n\nAlso, if you like lychee, try the lychee drink! It's amazing, plus they give you a spoon to eat the pieces of lychee that are in the drink. =]\n\nOne thing I found out (that I think is awesome) is that they grow their own chili peppers and herbs. Definitely adds to the awesomeness of this place.\n\nThis is definitely a new favorite of mine!",
"Just want to get the word out that they have some solid pho and bun too, thought it's quite a bit more expensive than other places... \n\nA coworker was looking for something lite and I introduced him to bun and he was pleasantly surprised. If this is a lunch spot for you, you should go check it out!",
"Another reason why I love Yelp! I have driven past this place a million times and never even gave it a second thought until I read all these great reviews! \n\nThe reason for all of my drive-bys, I live super close, but it looks AWFUL on the outside! The inside was like a secret Thailand oasis! I was pleasantly surprised. \n\nThe food, as other Yelpers agree was very good! I went hungry, so of course that did not help me make the best decision. I had food envy over what my boyfriend picked. There are pictures in the menu, which I think is necessary in ethnic restaurants, they helped a lot!\n\nI can't wait to go back and try different entrees!",
"Went here today for lunch with the bad-ass Allan C! \n\nThe place isn't much to look at from the outside, but when you walk in, it's REALLY nice! I was pleasantly surprised. \n\nService was prompt and friendly (sometimes a little TOO friendly -- I'll get to that later!). Drinks and menus were immediately brought out. \n\nThey have a pretty big selection of items for their lunch menu. Everything was super cheap, too! \n\nI went with the Thai chili stir fried: it came with onions, carrots, green onions, basil leaves, and red and green peppers. You get to choose which protein you want. I went with tofu. The lunch special also came with soup (SUPER yummy!), crab rangoon (not bad), and an egg roll (again, not bad). \n\nEverything was VERY good, and the sauce was spicy and had a touch of sweetness that I loved. \n\nThe food came out lightning fast, which makes it a good spot for a lunch break. Like I said before, the service was friendly, but almost too friendly? Our waitress kept asking us if we wanted refills on our 3/4 full glasses, and she practically BEGGED to refill Allan's soda. It was funny, but kind of weird? \n\nI can't wait to come back again and try more of their menu (and some of their beers...they have a TON! Happy hour, anyone?) Definitely a gem. Dare I say it's my favorite Thai place in STL now?",
"After reading a few reviews, I finally convinced my work friends to try this place for lunch. The food was very good. It may not be the best Thai food I've had, but it's very good. The vegetables in my dish were fresh and tasty. The lunch portions were decent sized. I was able to finish the whole thing but was very full in the end. The lunch prices are reasonable and included soup, a spring roll and a crab rangoon.\n\nPros:\nDecent food, reasonable price. Great for lunch.\n\nVery nice a clean looking on the inside. The place is kind of sketchy looking on the outside which I guess is a pro as well since it probably keeps some people away.\n\nCons:\nThe place is very small and very crowded at lunch. Don't come here with a group larger than 4 people or you may not get seated.\n\nThe staff seemed slightly overwhelmed. I believe there were 2 waiters for the entire dining area. Food came fairly quickly, but not quite as quick as most other lunch places.\n\nTaking a left onto Lindbergh out of the place can be difficult at certain times.",
"I'm just finishing my first lunch special as carryout. I arrived just past 11:30 on a Wed, and only a few tables were still open, so it seems popular. As previously noted, it is fairly small inside but looks sharp. I got a standard, Shrimp Red Curry, so I'd have something easy to compare with other Thai restaurants. For the lunch special, it came with a decent mild soup today (tiny rice noodles, julienned carrots, cilantro, egg drop?) and 1 spring roll (pretty good) and 1 'thai butterfly' which is a crab rangoon, also decent. And I got the Black Pearl Milk Tea which had a lot of flavor.\n\nThe red curry was a good medium spiciness, what I wanted but had forgotten to request when calling. Only 4 shrimps in it though; not sure if that's standard or whether I'd had more if dining in. It was also heavy on bamboo shoots vs bell peppers. \n\nI would try Pearl Cafe again, especially since it's one of just a few non-chains within 3-4 miles of where I work. (and yes, making that left back onto Lindbergh south can take a couple minutes! but not terrible)\n\nEDIT: I've returned several times for lunch in the past month&1/2 and recruited a few others to try it. One sits near me at work and lives nearby and later brought her husband for dinner - they're very happy with Pearl too. I'm upping my 3 stars to 4 now.",
"Best Thai food in St. Louis barnone. And I'm not just regurgitating the RiverFront Times review. Although they also picked it as the best Thai place in St. Louis for 2010. Great minds must think alike.\n\nI went there for lunch with some co-workers. All of their lunch specials are super cheap for what you get (entree, rice, soup, crap rangoon, veggie egg roll) and they taste great too. I got the braised chicken with pineapple and veggies. They have about 14-15 different lunch specials that can be customized with different meat, seafood, or vegetarian options (e.g. shrimp, tofu, beef). \n\nThe server was very nice (the people I went with we're weekly regulars), and the food arrived within a few minutes of our order. \n\nIf you're around Florissant and need a lunch break, please, please, stop by Pearl Cafe."
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"Two friends and I went here for the first time last week. It was great! The sushi rolls are fresh and delicious, the servers were incredibly friendly, and we even got some freebies since we were new customers--we got free egg custard, salad, miso soup, and a $10 sushi roll. \n\nMy fiance and I went back the next night because we loved it so much, and this time we were treated to free dumplings as a thank for for returning! They really seem to care about their customers.",
"I went here for the first time a couple of weeks ago. We had the Double Spicy Roll, Scorpion King Roll & the Bulgogi entree. Everything was very good, the sushi was very good and fresh. The spicy roll was definitely spicy but the perfect amount of spicy. The Bulgogi was tender and had really good flavor. We also got an extra sushi roll for free to try. It was really good too. \n\nThis place is on the small side but really cute and authentic. The staff is very nice. I will definitely be back, they have a lot of different specialty sushi rolls I would love to try. The prices are good especially for the quality of food that you are getting. I hope this place does well in the heart of Elsmere.",
"This cute little restaurant is tucked away in Elsmere by the fire station. I enjoyed a cold Sapporo beer and some very fresh sushi. The service was fast, my waitress was very polite and knowledgeable about the menu. I wouldn't say this is a date spot, but surely you could start a great conversation here and then move on. I will definitely be back.",
"This was a great experience and I wouldn't hesitate to order again. I called in some food to go. The waitress/host was very friendly and helpful. The guy behind the sushi counter was also very nice and made an effort to greet me. I felt like they really cared about my business even though I was just in there for a couple of minutes to pick up food.\n\nThe sushi itself was very fresh and tasty. The sashimi portion was generous. Good seasoned rice, no rolls falling apart, no unreasonably large pieces that are impossible to fit in your mouth. We even got some kind of jalapeno sushi that was basically just a filled jalapeno (cream cheese and something else that I forget) deep-fried and sliced. Not what you're expect when you think of sushi, but it was flavorful, spicy and kind of fun.\nThey also threw in some miso soup and salad which was appreciated. The dressing on the salad was great.",
"Love this place! We live nearby in wilmington and used to drive all the way to Masamoto in PA for good sushi, but this will definitely be our new go to. The staff is SO friendly and always give you extra food on the house. Nice quiet place and they even have a private dining area upstairs. Would definitely recommend to a friend!",
"I think they have the best sushi in Wilmington/Elsmere area. The price and portion is more reasonable than other sushi restaurants. Would definitely go back again.",
"Love this place! Reminds me of the places I used to go to when I lived in LA. It may seem small, but the flavor is BIG. The sushi is always fresh and they have an impressive variety of rolls on their menu. The staff and service is probably some of the best I've seen in ANY restaurant, not just limited to sushi restaurants. Their sushi chef is an artist, if I might add; each roll looks like a masterpiece. Every time is go, I try to get something different, and I haven't been disappointed with any of the rolls yet. If you're looking for the best sushi in this area, then look no further.",
"I was skeptical of the recent trend of perfect reviews at this place. I thought they may be asking people to write reviews and bribe with free food. This isn't the case at all! This place deserves every 5 star that it's received. Fabulous service and food.",
"I drove by the place several times and noticed it is 5 stars on yelp so gave it a try. Very nice and quite place. It has a small parking lot so no difficulty finding parking spaces. Great food and service, everything is fresh and tasty. They also gave us extra dishes on the house which was really nice. I am not a sushi fan but this place is definitely worth visiting. Will come back with other friends shortly. Highly recommended!",
"I'm all about supporting local businesses and hole in the wall like restaurants and this is it! Stopped in for a quick dinner at the sushi bar, Hot Sake and an Ichiban. The portions and drinks are worth the price, the staff is pleasant, and everything was satisfying! No complaints will be back without hesitation! Thanks again for the Tako! Nice restaurant tucked away in Elsmere."
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"Every previous review is right on. This is definitely some of the best falafel in the city. Fast service, GREAT food and a decent price. IT really puts Maoz in it's place, although Maoz does have the choose your own sandwich fillings, Mama's just fills it with better shit.",
"Really, really good falafel. I mean really. It's also cheap and good for those in a hurry if there isn't a line, which there frequently is. \n\nFriendly staff except for one old, cantankerous man who is just funny. \n\nOne problem is that the menu is not easily spottable. In fact, it's a paper menu pasted onto the food area. This leads to people not knowing what they want until they get to the front of the line. Then it's a lot of hemming and hawing and the line slows way down. I'd suggest going to the front of the line to read the menu, decide, and hop back into line but the place is so small and crowded that this isn't an option. \n\nWhy not just make a big sign?",
"If you want falafel - go to Mama's. It is that simple. Mama's has THE BEST falafel in Philadelphia. I usually go there once a week for lunch. Get there at noon, but even if you get there by 12:30p with a line, the line moves fast. Go authentic - get the white pita, not the whole wheat. The pitas cannot be beat in the city. They are awesome. Don't bother with the french fries (although I have not had them in a while). The fried eggplant is very good too. Don't forget some of the Spring or Prigat Israeli juices - especially the mango.\n\nGet a large falafel sandwich, and don't forget to go to the fixings bar for some peppers, extra tahini, carrots, fried cauliflower, and extra hot sauce. You can get a plastic container near the register.\n\nIf you are ordering for a bunch of people as take-out, get a few salad platters with extra falafel balls.\n\nThere are other places to get goof falafel too.... 17th Street Falafel truck (on 17th near Market )comes to mind (Yohai is very friendly to all of his customers). If you are closer to 17th and Market, stop by his truck. Just like Mama's, Yohai's truck is kosher.",
"The best falafel in the city, hands down. It's clean and bustling inside. The music is mellow and comforting. The falafel and latkes aren't greasy at all, and the veggies are fresh and crisp.\n\nAs another said, the hot sauce adds plenty of charm. The food isn't as garlicky as Philly Falafel either, a plus.\n\nThe prices and selection is the best in the city. I acknowledge the others, but this is most certainly where I spend my vegetarian dollars.",
"The best humus I have ever tasted. Although I can't stand the people who work here. Like used car salesmen. Don't tell me what I want. I'll tell you what I want. + Fries thank you.",
"Is this really the best felafel in Philadelphia? I am a big felafel fan, new to the city, and I am not impressed. yes, I will keep it on my go-to list for cheap lunches near Rittenhouse square-- but at $3.50 for a small and $5.50 for a large, it's kind of pushing my \"filling lunch for less than $5\" standard of living.\n\nYes, this is solid felafel. Nice crisp chickpea balls, good but not at all fabulous pita, chunks of veggies a tiny bit large for my taste. Feeling hungry after the small, I got a spinach bureka ($5) to go. It was in a nice flaky pastry crust, but not enough spinach and definitely not enough in general for the price. Grumble grumble.\n\nEdited to add: I'm not going to yelp it because I'm too lazy to figure out how, but the best felafel in the city, top 5 felafels I have ever had, is the cart on 20th and Market. Not very far from this place, but admittedly only open M-F 11-2.",
"I was expecting a lot after reading other reviews but was disappointed. The falafel itself is solid (though nothing extraordinary) but the sides and the salad are very disappointing. The baklava was ok, but again nothing to write home about. I haven't sampled all the falafel places in Philly yet but the food truck on 37th and Sansom has been my favorite so far (comparable with the best falafel I have eaten in other cities, NYC and Boston for example).",
"I've gone to Mama's so often for lunch that walking there has become somewhat of an automatic response. Yes, at times, I have left work to go to the bank and have then found myself standing under the beautiful green awning. \n\nJust $5 buys a large and filling sandwich full of falafel and fresh veggies. One reviewer suggested that you order the white pita to make it \"more authentic,\" but I prefer the taste with the whole wheat. Try it both ways and try it often, and don't worry if the line hangs out the door because it moves quickly.",
"Every time I come to Philadelphia, I make sure that I have lunch at Mama's. It is a bummer that it is closed on Saturday, but I understand that it is a place that does not do business on Saturdays. I love it and I recommend getting the falafel sandwich spicy.",
"I really linked the falafel i just had from there and 5 bucks is cheap, but I think I had better from the cart down 1/2 block closer to my work. I'd probably still go again though"
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"Solidly average new pancake place at 86th and Ditch on the north side of Indianapolis. Our party had the grilled chicken sandwich (average, slightly dry, nothing special) and the peach crepes with cottage cheese (OK, but the peaches were clearly canned -- not fresh -- and overall there are much better crepes to be had). Admittedly, it was later in the day, so we didn't have the pancakes, which are the signature dish. I'd recommend going for breakfast/brunch and giving their specialty hotcakes a try. Straying from their namesake specialty led us to very much average food. Service friendly.",
"Came here after a doctor's appointment. The server was friendly, but I'll never come back. Here's why:\n1.Cole slaw was somehow sour yet bland\n2. Potato soup tasted like chicken ramen\n3. Upon arriving, saw that painted on the windows was a life sized kneeling soldier w/ God bless the troops emblazoned over top of it. This is on all sides of the restaurant.\n4. Upon opening the menu, noticed that there were several punctuation errors, but most notably that French fries & French toast were called Freedom fries & Freedom toast. Really? Is this 2003? Are we dining in Glenn Beck's pancake house? I almost left when I saw this nonsense, but was really hungry, so stayed...unfortunately.\n5. Neighbouring table had a broken, jagged glass lamp right above the diners' heads.\n6. Crepes about 3 times too thick, very sweet, rubbery, & greyish in colour\n7. Burger tasted like a school burger- aka the perfectly round, part soy frozen patties\n8. Swiss cheese was pasteurized-process slices\n9. Hashbrowns tasteless, watery, & obviously from a bag\n10.Mushrooms were canned\n11. Had to remove the seal from the ketchup bottle on my table.\n12. The hostess was chewing gum...with her mouth open.\n\nBottom line- You couldn't pay me to eat there. The bill was $35 for 3 people & the portions were large, which explains why there were so many old people eating there. I wish I wouldn't have wasted my time here.",
"A few months ago, I declared another pancake house in Indy \"has the best pancakes. Period.\" To be fair, I felt I should give another restaurant the shot at the title, in this case the Hotcakes Emporium. My experience there was disappointing. The good news: you get a lot of food which translates to lots of things to sample. \n\nI ordered the American cheese omelet which came with my choice of hash browns or grits and toast or pancakes--I selected grits and pancakes and added green peppers to the omelet. My husband ordered the American cheese omelet with mushrooms, grits, and a biscuit. Before I go on to the disappointing review, let me share that the service was excellent.\n\nThe pancakes were chewy and plain and almost tasted as if they had been prepared earlier in the day and reheated. The omelets were not fluffy, just dull and flavorless. The biscuit was dry. The grits were the best part of the meal, and although they probably came from a package, they were pretty good with the right amount of butter. \n\nWe will probably go again to try other options on their menu and give them another shot because in the end, we want to support local businesses. If the next experience is anything like the first,though, it will be our last.",
"Good breakfast food. Great price performer.",
"It is not a place I will return. Floors were very dirty, try using a mop. I thought my silverware was dirty, but upon closer inspection it was just terribly worn. \n\nThe food was OK for the price, but the location is very congested.",
"Really now...how can you ef up pancakes? Especially when your name implies that's your specialty? I'd give it a zero but waitress was nice and it's family owned. Hope the crowds keep coming cause I wont.",
"Very enjoyable experience - so much better than a chain!\nPancakes are fluffy and tall - they were perfectly cooked. Toppings could have been more generous. I'd like the option of real maple syrup and would be happy to pay extra for it.\nSide orders are enormous! Grits were perfect - I asked for no butter so they were creamy and completely non-greasy. Hash browns were good but they are frozen instead of freshly made.\nGrilled pork chops were good, over-easy eggs were perfectly cooked.\nOrange juice seemed fresh-squeezed, but we didn't verify that.\nGood coffee, promptly refilled.\nFriendly wait staff - they made us feel very welcome and not at all rushed.\nWe'll be back!",
"Affordable with good service. Pancakes are special. A gem of a breakfast joint.",
"The perfect breakfast spot. The hotcakes are delicious & you can print off a coupon for 10% off your bill at Coupons4Indy.com",
"Hotcakes Emporium is the kind of like something out of yesteryear, where they go out of their way to make you feel at home. This was my first experience with Hotcakes and I was impressed. First off, it was pretty busy with a nice diverse clientele on a random Friday morning. There were some older citizens in a side room having a breakfast gathering, some families and then me. I decided to sit at the counter, to soak up the atmospere much like my pancakes would soon soak up the syrup. \nI had the basics, two hotcakes and a side of bacon. Just what I needed. Again, I found the service outstanding and just the right amount of playful with the word, \"Hun\" peppered in for good measure. \nThis is the kind of place I would recommend for a really tasty breakfast and some genuine service. \nMany happy returns!"
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