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"This place is high-concept without being full of itself. The food is filling and fits its theme (historically-influenced regional cooking) while remaining good food first and foremost. Salads were light and fresh with some fried tasty morsels to add heft. The apple fritters weren't overbearingly sweet but instead a nice mix of apple and fried goodness. Cocktails induced some skepticism from their descriptions but turned out excellent in the glass.\n\nEdit: Have been back a few times now. Lunch is not really their strength. Dinner is just awesome. The cod nightly special was delicious, and incorporated the theme in the most inconspicuous of ways (cabbage to color and flavor the sauce). The beet and goat cheese salad is superb, even though beet season is coming to an end. The apple cider is fresh and light and pretty unique. Service is earnest but definitely a bit hovering.",
"I was intrigued by the regional theme after reading about MidAtlantic on DailyCandy and Thrillist, but the meal didn't meet my high expectations.\n\nMidAtlantic is located in the Science Center across from Penn. I went with the boyfriend on a Thursday night. He commented that the space lacked warmth--I thought it was a cool design, but something about it hinted at something almost Marathon-like in character. Lacking personality, or something. \n\nI actually wasn't that hungry, and nothing on the menu was calling to me (it would be nice if they had more helpful descriptions of the items on the \"sustenance\" category of the menu--which is separate from the sandwiches category, oddly). So I got a beet and goat cheese salad, which actually was pretty impressive. The goat cheese was whipped or something into a creamy bed under the lettuce, and in addition to serving crisp, sweet beets, they had also pureed some beets for a sauce on the side (though they seemed to not know where to put it on the plate, so it was under the beets, and I don't really need beet sauce on my beets). Anyway, the salad was good. \n\nMy boyfriend ordered the MidAtlantic burger. The description said a bunch of things, and sausage. But the server informed us that it's a chicken or beef burger (your choice), and then they put sausage on top of it. We were quite confused by that--who wants sausage on top of chicken? And how does a sausage come on top of a burger? Turns out it's a scrapple-like pancake of sausage that comes on top. The burger was a little burnt on the outside, as was the bun, and the sausage did not complement the burger's flavor. It was more expensive than the burger at Village Whiskey, and not half as good (ok, even less than half as good).\n\nMy bf's root beer, however, was good, and I got a Yards Brawler (a questionable pairing with the beet salad, but whatever). The table next to us was served biscuits, but we were not. \n\nThe place was half empty the whole time, so no need to make reservations for a weeknight.\n\nNothing to complain about regarding the service.",
"I have to say that I had high hopes for this new restaurant; however, overall, the experience I had was very disappointing. \nWe ordered the dinner for two: Mixed Grills - Seafood and Meat \"Combination Platter\". The idea was for my friend to eat the seafood while I ate the meat; however, that would not be the case once the entree arrived. \nOverall, it was not a mixed platter. There was one piece of seafood and the rest was pork, steak, and chicken. In addition, my friend noted that we did not have the proper utensils for this event. \nWe were on a time crunch- trying to get to a movie....I will say that one management was aware of the concerns presented, they made a genuine effort to correct the mistakes. Additional seafood was brought to the table and the entire meal was comped.\nOverall, I think that there are technical issues that have to be resolved for the overall success of this restaurant. I think it is a promising location and great management staff. Once the newness wears off and the staff know what they are doing...It will be a fine place to dine.",
"This was a very disappointing meal. I won't go into the details of the apps and entrees other than to say some were awful and some were simply okay. The worst part of the meal however was dessert, which bordered on hysterical. I have to think a 14-year old kid just learning her way around the kitchen could bake something better than what was served that night. I had the peach buckle, which was meh. But my husband had the butterscotch bread pudding. I tried it and couldn't get that awful taste out of my mouth for awhile afterwards. I still cringe thinking of it. Seriously. First of all, it was not bread pudding. It was cake. And it had a butter-based icing that tasted like it had been left out for days. I don't think I can really convey how awful it was. In all fairness, the manager while making the rounds asked what we thought, and so we told him. And he very kindly took the price off the menu. But it was a dealbreaker for us, and despite the lovely decor and interesting concept, we will not go back.",
"I think those that can't appreciate the food at MidAtlantic can't appreciate fine food. The atmosphere in my opinion is very cool witih its open kitchen and mix of recycled materials while at the same time having a modern but minimalist appeal. The servers all seem knowledgable and if they don't know the answers they are quick to find them. The food is fresh, creative and presented well. The farmhouse salad tastes like the ingredients came in straight from the Farmer's Market. The veggie scrapple is spicy and delicious and the desserts are devine. Check it out!",
"Took a group of friends over to MidAtlantic this week and overall they were not impressed. The decor & service were good. I advised everyone the food would be different - edgy and they were game however after sampling a good portion of the menu the mood turned to disappointment. Specifically the Chicken & Lima Polenta tasted \"horrid' it appeared the beans had not been cooked enough prior to being added, the polenta had not love i.e. butter & cream cheese. Beet salad with pieces of fried pound cake sounded cool but what arrived was a salad topped with oil soaked pieces of cake - unexcusable. Crab scrapple didn't seem to have itself together on it's own or in a sandwich... everyone was mixed on the pulled pieces of pork shoulder which was battered and fried. \n\nLastly the staff seemed to rush us out despite having an empty restaurant. Daniel Stern was not there and I believe him to be a great chef. It's my hope their next venture at Liberty Place will be better.",
"I had a very pleasant experience last night at this restaurant. Our party of six was seated in a semi-private area, far enough from the bar and music to be relaxed, yet not oblivious to the scene. Our server was knowledgeable, his assistants prompt, and the food and drinks were enjoyable.\n\nThe menu takes some time to understand, as the distinction between appetizers and \"real\" food is minimal, but the choices are intriguing and varied. I'm not sure how long the Pennsylvania Dutch concept will last, but you should get here while it does to try some interesting meditations on comfort food. \n\nI'll be back.",
"I was actually surprised by Midatlantic. With the industrial exterior/location, I wasn't expecting much character, but the food was pretty effing good. And I liked that everything was local. \n\nThe chicken bisquits (made with renderings) were yuuummy. We ordered some rarebit fondue, which I had to largely avoid due to lactose intolerance but a taste was glorious. I ordered a couple Island Creek oysters and the farmhouse salad, both of which were tres satisfying without making me feel like I wanted to roll home. A bite of the boyfriend's roast pork and broccoli sandwich made me want to start adding broccoli to my sammies on a regular basis, and the fries were crunchy and awesome. Big ups to the food.\n\nOur server was the bomb, knew every inch of the menu (which was sparse in its descriptions, so we had a lot of questions) and was attentive without being annoying. My only caveat was uninviting bathrooms. Because really I judge all restaurants by the bread and the bathrooms.",
"It's a good thing I was craving some seafood -- Midatlantic hit the spot for me. We started with fried clams and a platter of charcuterie that was indicative of the local cuisine. Great cheese, great meats. My friend and I split the chilled seafood platter -- an adventure for her as she'd never (soberly) had raw oysters before. Needless to say, those were ALL mine. Good for me, right? We also had the Chicken & Dumplings, the daily special, which hit the spot. The service was fabulous and helpful -- especially for those of us not from the area. I now know more about scrapple than your average Philadelphian, although we did not order it. Definitely a spot to return to in Philadelphia.",
"This is a tough one. I LOVED Gayle, and was very sorry to see it go. Sad to say, for Gayle lovers I don't think MidAtlantic fills the bill. The menu concept seems too fuzzy - hard to understand what they are really going for in the food. I get the \"regional\" thing with local Pennsylvania ingredients and something of a PennDutch influence, but it did not seem to translate into really arresting food. That said, our meal was perfectly fine. We shared the \"mixed grill\" which is a large platter of meats, steak, trout, lobster, chicken, oysters, etc. Very tasty - beautifully done, but very lightly seasoned. A condiment tray of various different mustards and sauces was served for those that wanted extra flavor (me!). We also had sides of broccoli and beets that were both delicious. All in all, a very fine meal, but just not 4 or 5 star worthy, I think; perhaps if I could give 3 1/2 I would. It IS very affordable, and the decor is nice, in a clean industrial sort of way. Service was EXCELLENT. They also have a nice list of some really interesting signature cocktails."
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"Brits and some of their American friends raise their jars for a pint toast together at Fleet Street Pub. A bit of London is at Printer's Alley in this British flavored eating and drink establishment. Some Brit fried fish and chips (fries) and a serving of Shepard's Pie with a pint are truly better here than would a spot of tea and crumpets. Hope for future bread pudding for dessert, if I'm lucky. Nashville Banner writer Glenn Henderson's new muse is an English style distinguished place in downtown Nashville. Darts and games are here but for my first time I decided to check the BBC over their wifi internet signal and it came up fast. College students are not welcome unless over 21 because of smoke health hazard and must go elsewhere. For parking I got an audiobook and parking validation at library and walked couple of blocks to Fleet Street Pub. Of course there are many parking lots nearby and I might use them alternately. Cheers to the Brits.",
"Nice service and the food was good. Ambience could be better. It feels like a bar and not a pub. Add carpet, booths and a snug, and you have a pub. Bonus points for dart boards though! \n\nDisappointed that they allow smoking, I thought it was 2011. If you want it to be a true British pub, make it non-smoking. Don't just make it non-smoking for your customers, make it that way for your staff. They are the ones who have to inhale it all day and night. \n\nI won't be back until they are non-smoking, but I would love to return.",
"Great food, great service, friendly atmosphere -- a fine addition to Printers Alley. Unfortunately, they allow smoking and the ventilation is terrible. Just a couple of smokers stink up the whole place, ruining the otherwise very pleasant dining and drinking experience. As a result, there's no way I could make this a regular stop which is too bad as I really like the place. \n\nWhy in the world you would allow people to stink up a place you just put so much work into opening is beyond me. I sure hope they reconsider this poor decision.",
"Underground Pub (no pun intended) in printers alley, concrete floors, functional tables and chairs, three dartboards, two screens showing american football, one showing soccer, in other words no ambiance whatsoever, bears as much resemblance to a British Pub as your local Kroger does. Volume on TV's was horrendously loud on Sunday. \nsome beers on tap but nothing surprising although I did manage a pint of Strongbow!. As a Brit I had low expectations for the food, the two things we ordered: Beef and Yorkshire pudding and the veggie curry were \"sold out\", We opted for fish and chips, why oh why can no-one in TN create fish shop batter and normal sized fish (other than the now defunct Lady Godiva) instead of these 3 miniscule nuggets of fish people insist on serving. The mushy peas had some sort of mush with whole peas thrown in...bizarre and the chips were an odd shape and overcooked. Sloppy Sloppy Sloppy, \nOne star for the Shepherds pie which had flavorful lamb and a nice potato topping. \nAn insult to Fleet Street and all who drink there.",
"I had high hopes for this new English Pub in Printer's Alley. I love a good Strongbow on tap accompanied with an order of fish & chips. \n\nBut, really? Fleet Street is a decent theme bar. The bathroom doors look like red telephone booths and the overhead lights are decoupaged to look like British flags. Otherwise, a bit too bright inside to be an English pub, in my humble opinion... but that's neither here not there. \n\nTo be fair, we went after dinner so I walked away empty-handed in terms of food. As for beer, a pint each of Stella and Boddington's ran a steepish $11.\n\nIn summation... would I go back? Perhaps... if I was stumbling out of another bar on Printer's Alley. As for an original destination? Eh, cheerio.",
"No live music. No karaoke. No honky tonk.\n\nBeing able to avoid this in a city where it's EVERYWHERE is relieving for anyone who wants to avoid crowds or country and is so worth five stars alone. (In fact I had to keep myself from laughing when the bartender started turning up the music to drown out the sound of live music from somewhere else.)\n\nThe little \"theme\" parts are actually done by people who work there. I believe it is someone on the kitchen crew who hand-painted the Union Jack lights around the bar, and the adorable telephone booth doors to the bathrooms. The owner made the bar himself, which really impressed me because I did spend some time admiring its shiny tiles. It's not over the top obnoxious chain restaurant decor at all, and it's not too sparse. It's just right. I don't think there's any point in looking for authenticity in a British pub outside the UK, you know?\n\nComing from Atlanta, the availability of Strongbow greatly pleased me. I know from previously living in Chattanooga that the amount of beers available in Tennessee is vastly different from Georgia. I thought Strongbow wasn't even available at all because my brother begs me to bring some back for him all the time. \n\nWhen my boyfriend and I were here in the afternoon on Saturday, it was pretty much just us. We had (real) football on one TV, and a hockey game from last night on the other. That was fun. We ended up talking a bit to the owner before leaving for the Preds' game, and he definitely convinced us to head back there for food afterwards.\n\nWhen we came back (I think it was around 9:30? I was still entirely on eastern time), it still wasn't too busy. I got the Baker Street Burger, and it was cooked to the temperature I wanted, which is always a huge plus. It was really good, although it is hard to mess up a burger. But it was a really good burger, the beef tasted fresh and actually had flavor instead of everything coming from the toppings, and it had that delicious grilled taste too. It was served with big wedges of potato (or I guess chips of course). It also comes with this really good garlic aioli that I kind of went overboard on. \n\nWe had the crisps too, which came with the aioli too...so I really set myself up to overload on garlic but I could not help it. My boyfriend had the potato soup too, and he left not a single drop in the bowl, so I can only assume that means it was good. I was still on a weird hockey high so I didn't even bother to ask to try it.\n\nI agree that the smoking is kind of a turn off. Nobody was smoking either time we were there but it still has that smoky smell to it as you walk down the stairs. If I am ever back in Nashville, I'll return here.",
"I go to pubs to eat and drink. Both of those worked out well. The discounted early beers were $4.50 a pint, the full price ones were $5.50. Some (like my Newcastle) came in a mug that might have been an Imperial pint. For the beer they had on tap that is about the Nashville price point. \n\nThe food was suprisinging good. No kinks even though they have only been open for a few weeks. Both appetizers were good-- homemade chips with garlic aioli and Devil's on Horseback. The main courses my table shared were also above expectation. The fish and chips were both good, the beef and puddings were well presented, at the right temperature,and tasty and the chicken pie was substantial.\n\nThe service was friendly and attentive. Everyone on staff we met was a cheerful booster. Good to see. The crowd while we were there was low on both pretence and irony. That, I would wager is par for the course at an English pub and the delivery of a happy crowd, both patrons and staff is more important than whatever defects the decor had.\n\nI think the decor was fine, if a little minimalist and bright. I sure wouldn't want to decorate a restaurant, let alone an English Pub in Nashville. Eveyone has their idea of how it should look. I can tell you how a hot chicken shack SHOULD look like; I live in this town and know it well enough. But being 4,000 miles from authenticity makes having the RIGHT idea vary wildly. Add to that Yelp, where everyone is an expert (lord knows I am) and you really can't win for losing. Glad they didn't invest too much in that fool's errand. I also glad the mistake they made might be trying too little rather than filling my eyes with too much.",
"Love this place. Love the atmosphere! Kicked some tail at darts.",
"Really great new pub in a location that is convenient for downtown crowd. I liked the decor. Good, friendly, local vibe. Yummy lunch (it is non-smoking at lunch). Tried the fish and chips - delicious! Heard the Shepard's pie and chicken pie are also worth a taste. (may try them next time).",
"I've really enjoyed my visits to Fleet Street. It's quiet, not too crowded and the food is wonderful. This is the best British Isles food in Nashville. The Shepherds Pie is the best I've ever had."
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"This isn't a place for the weekend, but it is the place to spend an evening with friends. With typically great service and a massive patio or real Irish music inside, there really isn't much like it.",
"Always a good time here. Great outdoor patio in the summer. Has awesome live music and plenty of room to sit and have a drink.",
"The only thing that would make this place better is a bit more value for your money.\n\nService is always friendly, food is spectacular, and the beer selection is pretty good. Beer garden is particularly nice during the warmer months.",
"I've been to Ireland and back, and to many a pub in socal where i now live. \n\nI miss Mcgurk's! Great Guinness and other taps, friendly service and low key atmosphere. The music was always very trad and top notch.\n\nI seriously miss the toasted ravioli at this place.\n\nparking sucks, but it's Soulard, so to be expected.",
"One of the more popular bars in Soulard. Really nice outdoor patio area.",
"Was taken here by some St Lou locals on a weeknight. Great atmosphere - outdoor patio is lively with a lot of tables, lots of beer choices, adequate appetizers, friendly service -- good times.",
"Always a good time at McGurks. Old school stews, awesome atmosphere, always an irish band wanking away on stage, best beer garden around (with koi). . . all around good times and even better during ST. PATS or MARDI GRAS. . . RATED in the STL MAG as one of the top bars of st. louis. i'll go there (even though that mag is kind of a stalemate for the unknowing and the mere drab looking for a cotton-swab of entertainment in this city). later on that, but CHEERS to you, JOHNNY D.",
"My husband and I love McGurks! They always have great live Irish music and the food (especially the chips) are great too! We prefer to go during the week as it's completely packed on Friday & Saturday nights and usually pretty hard to find a table. They also usually have a cover charge on the weekends. It's a great atmosphere and great place to go for drinks with friends. Sometimes with the live music it can get a little bit loud though.\nThe only drawback is that they won't separate checks which can be a real pain sometimes!",
"Super authentically Irish. Even the boys I met here when I was in college were Irish.",
"John D. McGurks, or as anyone from around St. Louis calls it, McGurks, is one of the most well known bars around. As soon as you walk into McGurks you will soon realize this place is popular among all types of people for several reasons. Even before stepping inside, as you walk up to the bar the first thing you notice other than you won't be walking up to the bar alone as anyone else in the area is also going to the same place as you, but the sounds of Irish music coming out the doors and through the windows. Stepping through the door you'll see not one bar at first, if you're able to see though the crowd, but two bars. But, that's not the end of it. As you make your way though another room and up a ramp, you will find yourself looking at another bar. And if you find yourself making your way outside to one of the best out door patios, you see two more bars. \n\nFive bars in total allows for you to get a drink without any hassle. The bartenders are quick and speedily with your drink and they are not shy about pouring either. If you arrive early enough you will be seated at any number of tables and enjoy the food that they have to offer. The potato skins are a delight to eat while sipping on your beer, or anything else that you desire to drink.\n\nMcGurks is a great place to go for any size crowd that you may find yourself in. Most likely your group of friends is sure to grow as you are there, bumping into people you know while you wade your way through the crowds listening to the Irish music."
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"I read on foobooz that this was opening today so I grabbed some friends and walked the few blocks to the restaurant. The space is small, with only three tables and five stools at a bar but the small space makes it feel familiar and inviting. The wall decor is framed prints showing the different cuts of meats on different animals. I love the pig one and want to steal it. \n\nThe menu is small but hearty. I ordered the sausage trio with sides of macaroni and cheese, sautéed greens, and baked beans. The sausages came out and there were essentially two links, two half links (one house made sweet and one house made hot) and one full link of their bacon cheese sausage. They were all amazing and I'd eat a hundred links of any of them. The sides were just so-so, unfortunately. The Mac and cheese was good, but nothing spectacular. The baked beans were really good, with white beans and pulled pork they were my favorite of the three. My last appetizer was the greens, which had a pleasant texture and a mild garlicky flavor. I had originally wanted the corn cakes as a side but they were out by the time we got there. \n\nThe restaurant filled up while we sat but I didn't feel rushed at all, which was nice. My friend used the bathroom and said the space was ridiculously small. All in all, decent food and a cute space. Check it out if you're in the area.",
"I hit up Blue Belly BBQ on a whim with some peeps yesterday afternoon. The menu is small but interesting. This isn't your typical order a quarter pound of smoked meat and a side type of place. Sure, you can do that, but you can also order a sandwich made with really unique ingredients. Sammies that aren't your standard pulled pork on a potato roll. \n\nI opted for the jerk chicken sandwich, which came with pickled onions, some sort of aioli and fried okra. I personally hate okra, but I was willing to just pull those bits off. When I realized after ordering that the sandwiches come with cole slaw and fries, I asked if I could sub out the fries with collard greens. After a brief hesitation, my request was granted. But it seems like this may be something they are still unsure about. I'm hopeful that they'll change \"served with cole slaw and fries\" to \"served with cole slaw and your choice of side.\" I'm sure I won't be the only one who asks for another option. \n\nMy sandwich was awesome. The chicken was well seasoned and tender. I did come across a bone at one point, which was obviously unpleasant since I was nomming down a sandwich and didn't expect it. The collards were very tasty and the slaw had just the right crunch and vinegar-y taste. \n\nBBBBQ is cash-only, and they aren't open on Monday and Tuesday (at the time of this review).",
"Oh gosh the meats here are good! And they have pork shoulder and pork belly too! I haven't eaten in yet but dad saw a new BBQ place and could resist bringing back some platters, which were delish. The shoulder was very tender with a great, slow-cooked flavor, and the belly was melt-in-your-mouth good. It's definitely not your everyday BBQ place and you can find some great relatively original spins on meats. The cornbread was made with bacon bits and onions, which was a pretty different twist; it was good, though. The mac and cheese is pretty typical as are the sautéed collards. Will definitely be stopping in to try more of the menu.",
"Stopped at Blue Belly BBQ for dinner with a craving for some pig. I've always been a huge fan of Cochon and figured the new place would uphold to the same standards in terms of the quality of the food. Didn't disappoint. Tried the pork shoulder platter with sides of mac & cheese, potato salad, and corn cakes. \n\nThe pork was excellent. I sat at the counter, and at one point, I was asked by the staff which sauce was my favorite. While the sauces I tried were good, I was pretty indifferent since the pork was cooked so well that it hardly needed anything to complement it. While fairly simple, the mac and cheese was a good accompaniment to the meal. The potato salad was second to none -- great set of herbs & spices in it.\n\nIt's a very unpretentious place which is why I think I'm such a fan. I think somebody complained the trays were too big for the platters, which I didn't really agree with. Staff was friendly.\n\nI would (and have) highly recommend this place as an excellent value for dinner in the qv/bv area.",
"You have no idea how long I've been waiting for a good BBQ place in Philly. Well, this place isn't just good, it's GREAT. I've been dying to try since it opened up around the corner from me in Bella Vista. I went last night and soaked in the menu. Sandwiches come with fries and slaw for $11. Platters ($13-$15) come with three sides of your choosing. I went with the pork shoulder platter with baked beans, brussel sprouts and the onion/bacon corn cakes. (They also threw in some mixed greens and mac n' cheese.)\n\nWithout a doubt, the best $15 I have ever spent on a meal. This food was on a completely different level. They could've charged me $30 and I would've been just as happy. An unbelievable value. I consider myself a baked bean expert... I can guarantee you've never had baked beans like this. Such a simple dish but the flavor was amazing. The smokiness and texture put them far above any I've had before. Brussel sprouts, same. Cooked to perfection. Never had an onion/bacon corn cake in my life but I find it hard to believe I'll have one better than theirs.\n\nLast but not least was the pork shoulder. Holy moses. So tender and cooked just right... and not smothered in sauce and spices so you get the real pork flavor. That chef is a superman.\n\nI'm going back tonight... the tough choice is... what to get? Do yourself a favor and check out the menu. Once you read it, you'll be out the door in less than 5 minutes.\n\n(One warning for diners that want to eat out. There are only about 4 or 5 tables. It's a pretty small space but very 'homey'. Also - I took mine to go... but if you eat in, they have some pretty cool choices of different sauces at each table. They looked awesome.)",
"FOOD:\n Ordered the special that included half a rack of Berkshire spareribs, two sides of brussel sprouts, and one order of greens 15$.\n\nDESCRIPTION:\nRIBS:\n smoked, very lightly seasoned, reheated upon order, tender, somewhat juicy....worth trying. The juiciness of the smoked rib makes them a solid alternative and local competitor of Percy St. This order was for a half rack of spareribs--what arrived were five St. Louis trimmed ribs (within the range). \n\nGREENS:\n not cleaned very well (hence some sand)--prominent vinegar, light meat/meat flavor---otherwise not bad.\n\nBRUSSEL SPROUTS:\n perfect---if you like them caramelized just to the point of almost charred--a flavor profile that comes together as beautiful as those two dogs on the spaghetti noodle in Lady and the Tramp---I inhaled them.\n\n\nService: General laid back vibe, but to a flaw.\n\n1. Forced to sit outside in the heat on a bench designated for take out, even though the restaurant was empty. While placing our order one guest asked for water and was provided such (we were also allowed to take the glass outside while we waited).\n\n2. Staff unaware of the type of wood used for smoking (more importantly, looks of irritation on behalf of the staff were given when the question was asked).\n\n3. Not permitted to make any monetarily compensated variations on portions and or types of items included orders (more importantly, looks of irritation on behalf of the staff were given when the question was asked).\n\n4. No condiments offered to compliment the ribs.\n\n\n\nTHE FOLLOWING IS CORRESPONDENCE WITH MYSELF AND BLUE BELLY (BBQ) INITIATED BY BLUE BELLY AFTER MY REVIEW\n\n\nFROM BBQ: \n\"We use hickory. Can you tell us exactly why this is a 2 star review? Is it because our table are for dine in only?\"\n\nFROM ME:\n the service mainly brought the stars down to two; the greens having sand as well.. the criteria had nothing to do with your tables being reserved for dine-in patrons only....maybe it was a bad day when I visited (who knows)\n\nFROM BBQ:\n\"Wow you must really have high standards when ordering take out. I wonder how many other take out places would give water with no charge.\"\n\nFROM ME:\nunfortunately water had nothing to do with it. and yes, having been in the industry for a number of years I have a unique opinion.\n\nI recommend having a hospitality session with your staff. I you would like more of an explanation please feel free to let me know.\n\nFROM BBQ:\n\"I'm sure you're very good at what you do and people like you. But as far as I'm concerned you're a 2 time yelper who has no respect for the industry. We are only in our third week which makes your yelp from our first week, if you are in fact an industry person you wouldn't have yelped and you would take it down. Chef/ owner Cochon Byob Blue Belly BBQ\"\n\nFROM ME:\nI'm puzzled by your last note and want to make sure I understand you correctly; may you clarify the entire contents of it?\n\nFROM BBQ:\n\"What's unclear? You went out of your way to wrongly yelp a new business. Now I have to get back to real life. Good luck in life I hope you do well\"\n\nFROM ME:\nI would like to share that I am engaging with you via these messages to make sure my actions are, and have been fair. May you share with my how I \"wrongly yelped?\" I would also like to know if you had a soft opening prior to the last three weeks you mentioned you have been open for? What I am trying to get at is the fair or unfair nature of my review. If you may do so much as to please reread my review--taking heed to the balance in Positive, negative, and neutral points--and reply as to why it should be removed, altered, etc. I would more than happy to make amends if they are reasonable and warranted.\n\n....END OF CORRESPONDENCE AS OF 8/29/12....I WILL UPDATE THIS REVIEW AFTER VISITING THE BBQ AGAIN",
"I was really looking forward to having a rib joint in my neighborhood, but I am very disappointed in Blue Belly BBQ. \n First, the hours aren't very convenient...what restaurant closes at 7pm? Second, no one answers the phone, I guess because they don't take reservations. But that means no answers to questions AND no placing take-out orders! \n I finally got some food to try...the ribs were tasty but a meager portion. My friend ordered the pulled pork sandwich & got a heaping pile of well-seasoned FAT...completely inedible. I don't forsee much of a future for this cute but pointless eatery.",
"Stopped in for lunch with a friend and easily found a spot at a table. They are BYOB, so we shared a bottle of homebrew, while waiting for our BBQ to come out. I ordered the three sausages and three sides platter. For the $15 you get a LOT of food, and it was great. The sausages where smoked to perfection, the sides were done well - a common complaint at some BBQ joints. I had the beans, man & cheese, as well as the greens. All were perfect and the sizes were not over the top. The beans were by far a stand out side dish.\n\nThis is not your typical BBQ shack, but more upscale, with a true meat expert manning the smoker and grill. I will definitely return, I just hope that my heart and belly can take having this place so close to home.\n\nThis is only four stars as I have only been once, and eaten one platter. My gut tells me this is a 5 star place, but I'm trying to be objective after only one visit. I'll be back, many times for sure, so I can imagine I'll ammend this review to 5 stars sooner, rather than later.",
"Just had lunch here. I got the pulled pork sandwich with pickled fennel, pork rinds, and mustard. Came with red cabbage slaw, fries, and pickles. Wow. Very, very good. The pork was juicy and smoky, and the vinegar-y-ness of the fennel was the perfect complement. Also, the fries were really tasty -- not just the thing that sits next to the sandwich. \n\nThe interior is small but cozy, including counter seating. The kitchen is open -- so the restaurant smells amazing, but you will probably leave smelling like the restaurant. Small price to pay for such tasty food. I'm from the South, and I can say that my sandwich was as good or better than anything I've had there. I'll definitely be back soon to try more.",
"Meat lover's heaven! I had the Lamb Barbacoa today with a side of perfectly charred brussel sprouts (complete with big chunks of smokey delicious bacon) and it is probably the best BBQ I've ever had in my life. I can't wait to try everything else on the menu (the Korean Beef and Pulled Pork both look amazing). I'm interested in trying Cochon across the street now as well, because this guy knows meat."
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"Just opened yesterday. Sort of a Paesano-type operation. Nice menu. I like that the sandwiches appear to be slightly simpler than Paesano's. I do love me some Paesano's, but there is a lot going on. There's like 1-2 less ingredients in these sandwiches and it lets the ingredients shine. I thoroughly destroyed & enjoyed a brisket sandwich with horseradish sauce, fried onions & provolone.\nAnd here's the thing. The onion rings were the best I've ever had, hands down no question, and I'm a ring lover. Crispy hunks of onion (not rings really). I think they are double-breaded, with panko being the outer layer. Awesome, incredible.\n\nI plan to be back there often, will update as I eat my way through the menu.",
"Jake's has been open 2 days. I have gone to Jake's both days. I'll probably go tomorrow.\n\nDay 1, I went for the free roasted pig sub, apparently just missed it. However they were offering a free combo upgrade (fries and drink). I decided to try the \"Jake\". I mean the place is called Jake's, it has to be good. It wasn't good, it was fucking amazing. Rib-eye, provolone, fried onions and a roasted pepper laid on top. When you read it you don't really realize you just bought a cheesesteak. The cheese was nicely melted in with the rib-eye, not just laid on top. The roasted pepper was delicious, wish it was even spicier. The fries were awesome, they seem to be double fried or coated in something. Then again, free fries always taste better.\n\nDay 2, I went with the Village Turkey. Fryer roasted turkey, bacon, arugula and cherry spread. They were out of the arugula, so I subbed spinach. Tasted like Thanksgiving, actually it tasted like what I wish Thanksgiving tasted like since my Mom can't cook. \n\nThe only negatives so far are, the sandwich makers are just starting to learn how to make the sandwiches, so it takes a little longer and the cherry spread guy needs to ease up his grip, I don't need a 1/2\" layer of spread on my sub.\n\nFinally there is a good sandwich shop in Center City that isn't some shitty chain. Looking at you Subway, Quiznos, Jimmy John's and Potbelly.",
"I had the steak and egg, really good. Excited to go back and try the Village Turkey and the Barnyard.",
"Really nice addition to the 'hood.\n\nSandwiches are served on Carangi rolls, seeded, unseeded or multigrain.\n\nThe Midtown Chicken was great, red onions, cheddar and a red pepper spread went down fast. The Village Turkey was not as good - the meat was good but the roll kind of overwhelmed the sandwich.\n\nFries were hot, crispy and above average. Sodas are \"micro-brewed\". I'll definitely come back - all the ingredients were fresh and good, and it's the next best thing to a Paesano's without the real thing.",
"I went there yesterday and had The Raging bull It was one of the best sandwiches that I have ever eaten. Next up I am trying the Jake and the Sloppy Dog.",
"Any place that has a roasted pig head on display is a winner in my book. \n\nThe Barnyard was good(Slow cooked pulled pork, ground veal, roasted peppers, baby spinach, roasted garlic spread, and sharp provolone) but I'm a hug sucker for the The mench (12 hour beef brisket, horseradish sauce, fried onions, and melted provolone).",
"I went to Jake's Sandwich board the other day and left completely satisfied. While I was looking at their menu my mouth was watering because it all sounded so good. I ended up ordering their signature sandwich Jake and got the combo with fries and a coke. They definitely don't cheat you on the portion and you even get refills on the coke's. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a great Philly Cheese Steak or just a good sandwich in general. I know I will be going back.",
"People may hate on me for this, but Jake's does not deserve no more than two stars. \n\nLet me begin with the good:\n1. Super friendly staff. It's a fast food joint, but they give you service like a restaurant. My friends and I went at a time when it was not very busy and the girl behind the counter brought our sandwiches to our table, which she did not have to do.\n2. Cool drinks. I forget the name of the sodas they carry, but it was something different and not the average coke and pepsi.\n3. Super fast. There was not much of a wait for the food, which is good when you're starving!\n\nNow, onto the bad:\n1. SO SO SO greasy. I realize that these sorts of sandwiches are going to be greasy, but my mensch and my friend's sandwiches had a puddle of grease, and our sandwiches were damn near soggy towards the end. Also, our french fries were more like oil fries, not crunchy, but limpy and to be frank McDonalds has a better fry.\n2. Bread is ... eh. \n3. Sandwich is over filled. More is not always better when it comes to sammies. I'm sure there are plenty folks who want more bang for their buck, but for me it doesn't taste any better if there are extra slices of meat and cheese shoved into a roll.\n4. Place lacks AC. I left Jake's feeling greasy and gross from the sandwich, and sweaty from the heat of the grill. ewwwww. \n\nI'll give Jake's another try, maybe for a breakfast sandwich. But for now, I shall detox!",
"Went for lunch today. Service was impeccable. Staff was friendly, efficient and sandwich was ready in a flash. My friend and I each had the Mensch which was delicious. We also shared an order of crunchy onions which were really good. I recommend this place highly, and would rate Jake's equal to or better than any other sandwich shop in Philly. Will return for more, and probably pretty often.",
"I am happy they are open, so is my belly. I have been there a few times so far and every time it was delicious, quick and the staff was friendly. The Barnyard is a great sandwich( ground veal, pulled pork, spinach, peppers and sharp provolone) , perfect for demolishing with a shake and fries. The Midtown chicken sandwich is my favorite so far, great combo of flavors. The onion chips are pretty good, a little too much breading masks the onion flavor but the spicy mayo sauce it comes with made me forget about it. Now that I found out they have a multigrain roll, I feel so much better about my frequency there."
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"I popped in at El Guerrero for lunch and ended up with enough delicious food to last me for dinner tonight and probably lunch tomorrow as well. Tortilla chips and spectacular salsa to start, and then spectacular tortilla soup, followed by chicken enchilada, rice and beans, all for $13.75. A spectacular value",
"Amazing! The best chips and salsa I have ever had- and that always makes or breaks it for me. Everyone here is super nice and very, well.. cute! I highly recommend this place! I'm taking my mom here next time we go for Mexican food!! Holler!!",
"Our first visit and we were very impressed and will certainly be returning. My husband and I both decided to try combo meals to taste several different offerings. The food on the combo plates is arranged so that everything is very distinctive as opposed to some places where you can't tell where one thing ends and the next item begins! My combo contained a chimichanga Which I order in beef. It was shredded beef - delicious!! Tender and very flavorful! We both ordered a hard taco on the side. This came on a separate plate so it did not suck up the other sauces and fall apart. The ground beef in the taco was also seasoned just perfectly! As a added bonus the waiter brought us a desert on the House at the end of our dinner. A very nice touch!! Service was also excellent with everyone going out of their way to be sure we had everything we needed or wanted!! \nDecorated very cute, only observation is that the tables are a bit crowded-- might want to consider removing a few of the free standing tables. \nWe will definitely be returning!!",
"Went here for the first time a few weeks ago and was very impressed. My wife and I have been back several times and have tried different meals and have never been dissatisfied!",
"I ordered a to go order which consisted of a bag of tortilla chips with a side of salsa and a side of guacamole. The chips tasted burnt, the salsa was so thin like water and the guacamole container was half full and I paid 14.00! Outrageously priced and it tasted terrible. Probably should have ordered a taco or something and ate in, maybe I would have gotten free chips and salsa? Most mexican restaurants they are free, but with my experience with how expensive my order was that I went in and took to go, I would not put it past them to charge for the chips and salsa if eating there, but I will never know because I was extremely disappointed, and will never go back.",
"My dish was very good! Grilled shrimp on a bed of rice and peppers, with cheese. The shrimp had a very nice fresh flavor. The margarita tasted homemade, rather than from a mix, but not sure about that! I would recommend this restaurant! It is a little hard to spot as it is in the set-back area of a small plaza. Worth finding!!!",
"The food and the portions were excellent. Really liked the strawberry ice cream dessert at the end of our dinner. Definitely will be back.",
"Excellent fairly New Mexican restaurant, really friendly owner and staff. Great prices, great food, and free dessert, how can you go wrong?",
"Excellent little hidden gem in Pinellas Park, Florida. The complimentary salsa & pico was delish. I ordered cheese enchiladas with Mexican rice and beans... It was absolutely delicious, the red sauce was tasty not spicy, well seasoned. My dinner date had beef chimichanga and chicken enchilada with refried beans. Chimichanga was on the small side, but with both it was plenty of food. To our surprise we got a complimentary dessert at the end, ice cream with a fried flour tortilla seasoned with sugar/cinnamon...delightful will definitely recommend & return to try the many other items from their extensive menu!!!",
"Kind of a little hole in the wall but wow was it good. I had the burrito California wife had the veggie enchiladas. Both were really good. Huge portions and the staff was extremely friendly. Will definitely go back"
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"There original percheron is just perfect. Picture a handmade flour fresh pizza sized tortilla add large portion carne asada, shereded mozzeralla cheese, diced tomatoes, add a bed of fresh avocado literally straight out the shell on top of the meat (they add half of a whole avocado), a line of mayo across the length of the burrito and wrapped it up and you got yourself the mother of all burritos. This thing is huge and for 9 dollars your guaranteed to be full. The self serve sauces that they have out in the fridge is the icing on the cake. You can choose from a chipotle sauce, green sauce, red sauce and sour cream and there all delicious. The burrito also come with whole green jalapenos and limes. Not the prettiest on the outside but what can you expect its a mobile food truck and besides whats really important is the tasty food that they sell. Only reason they got 4 stars is because they only take cash follow this link below and see for yourself how its made!!!!!! https://www.facebook.com/groups/335969823241888/permalink/477483115757224/",
"Best burritos in Tucson. They are a quaint food truck with tables set up out front, the service is always amazing and the food is the best",
"The burro percheron is delicious! They are huge and filled with well seasoned steak, fresh avocados and veggies. I love the chipotle sauces and cremas you can top it with. Service is always great and food is always fresh. We tell everyone about Whata Burro:)",
"Cart has been around since 2013 yet I've never tried it. Recently have been driving past the newly renovated cart for a few weeks and it constantly caught my attention with the classic Whataburger colored tent and what looks like the San Francisco Giants logo minus the bats and instead sporting spatulas. I haven't heard anything about this place and I've been eating on the Southside since 2008. If this place has existed since 2013 then Ive been missing out for the last 3 years. I finally drove by and my curiosity finally made me stop.This cart is definitely worth checking out, the meat in the burritos/tacos is seasoned well and taste wonderful. Everything taste fresh and good quality with no gristle. According to an old photo of the menu this place added new options to there classic menu and good thing they did because my mind was blown! Finally I will get to the point, they added the \"envuelto de tocino\" option which totally brought me excitement and awe and made me wonder why has no one ever thought of this sooner, BACON WRAPPED BURRITOS! WOW! And it got better, not only do they serve classic burrito options but they added The Italian which is a classic carne asada burrito with pepperoni which gave it an added spicy flavor. You can also get pepperoni in a quesadilla which they donned as the \"Calzone\". I also ordered the \"Campechano\" which contains carne asada and marinated pork which was so good. Last but not least they also added the \"Boneless\" which contains boneless buffalo chicken bites which tasted great and definitely adds to Whataburro's sporty new getup. This place is definitely one to put on your list of places to try and I don't think you'll be disappointed. They offer a medium and large option on the burritos so if you have an appetite definitely pay the extra $2 and endulge. They do only take cash but it was no biggie cause there was an ATM next door at the Chihuahua Market. The servers were even trusting and kind enough to let me put my large order in and run over and get cash so I wouldn't have to get back in line and wait all over again! I'm definitely going back and bringing friends with me!",
"Seriously one of the best burritos I've had. The Sonoran called to me with juicy carne asada, bacon and mayo along with other goodies. They have a tasty selection of sauces too. Make the drive down south and give it a try.",
"Disgusting!!!! Thought we would try it out based on reviews here and on FB, but was a total FAIL.! The Only way people would actually enjoy this is maybe if they're drunk. The Guy taking orders at window repeated our order three times and we still ended up with the wrong taco, Only two different tacos offered. Blamed it on me for not calling it by its name on the board, but i clearly asked for the marinated pork taco. Came out as carne asada, asked to fix it they simply thru some pork on top of the already incorrectly made taco. An order of cheese fries for 4 dollars were like french fries you get in middle school; bland and soggy, canned cheese sauce and a lil bacon on top. The Sonora Burro is supposed to have bacon inside, and neither of The burros ordered had any at all. Probably the Worst part is the port-a-potty right behind the food truck that should have been a clear warning in the first place. Flies everywhere!!! Save your money and more importantly your tummy and skip this place.",
"I've had burritos from all over AZ and California. These are on top of the list. The Pecheron burrito is delicious and the ladies taking your order are very friendly.",
"WOW!!! Now THAT'S a burrito! It's gotta be good if a whole Tucson Fire Department station is eating lunch there, right?\n\nSaw the reviews and photos of the bacon wrapped burritos. I decided that I was \"so there.\" Got a lunch. Had the Italian with pepperoni and mushrooms with the carne asada, avocado, tomatoes, and cheese. Heaven! Didn't want to put any salsa or sauce on it (the chipotle cream is really good) because I didn't want to ruin the flavor.\n\nI had a medium. It is huge. HUGE. It did take about 12 minutes to wait for my order, but considering that he had to cook the bacon wrap, that's reasonable. Just don't expect a quick in and out experience.\n\nThe Mexican sodas they sell for $2.50 are the large, 500 ml bottles, not the smaller bottles that other food trucks sell. Nice!\n\nWhata Burro has won a new customer. I'm telling everyone about this.\n\n***UPDATE 1/14/17***************************************************************************\n\n5-plus stars!\n\nSeriously, I think I'm getting addicted to their burros.\n\nI had the campechano, which has both carne asada and marinated pork. I had the whole thing bacon wrapped again. Just so mouth-watering good!\n\n5* = A top favorite. Mind-blowing good. I will definitely return and I will go out of my way to go here. Worth every dime of my money.\n4* = Outstanding. Tucson-top-tier. Some elements not quite as good as it gets, but it still is worthy of my regular business.\n3* = Good experience. I might do repeat business if it is convenient, the only option, the only one in its category, or on a whim, but would not be among the first thing to come to mind. Would definitely recommend you trying it to get your own take on it.\n2* = Not so good. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money.\n1* = How are they still in business? Stay away at all costs!",
"So delicious. Had it while I was on 4th and really hit the spot. Got a Sonora burrito & fries. Burrito was so delicious and way more authentic than some of the other burritos on 4th. Filling, delicious and fair priced. Wish they were downtown more often.",
"After reading some reviews on here we decided to give it a try and holy cow that is one good burrito! The ingredients on the food are fresh and seasoned perfectly, the tortilla tastes authentic, and the burrito is rolled a little bit thinner than other places which makes it easier to eat and it gives you a better tortilla to filling ratio. Food is absolutely amazing and they even have a veggie option!\n\nI did not give the last star because it did take a while for them to take our order, the music was very loud so it was almost impossible to ask questions to our cashier, and they do not accept card. So make sure you plan accordingly unless you want to pay 3 dollars for cash back on the sketchy convenience store that's behind them."
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"I love getting takeout sushi from here. I used to go to Soho Sushi for takeout, but I like the quality and creativity of the sushi at Koto better. It's reasonably priced too. Finally, it's open until midnight, which is amazing, since it's hard to find non-greasy food after 10 pm in Tampa.",
"Sometimes you have to dis a restaurant without eating there. \n\nNeon light in window says \"open\". Door unlocked suggests open. Walk inside, famished, clerk says, \"Sorry, not opened 40 more minutes.\"\n\nThis Japanese restauranat is in the SoHo district of Tampa in a strip mall between Jimmy John's (subs) and a hoppin' Irish Bar.\n\nThe \"mixed message\" cost them a customer today. :(",
"Pretty good hibachi located in the heart of Hyde Park, Koto serves up hearty portions of chicken, shrimp, scallops, fried rice, and even Filet Mignon, all cooked on a action grill right in front of you by a (very humorous chef). I came with a big party of 9 for a 21st birthday (they provide free hibachi and extremely dry sake squirts in the mouth on your birthday, not too bad!), and ordered the chicken hibachi meal, with fried rice, shrimp, and veggies all included for about $20 bucks. The good-the presentation and cooking process were very entertaining, complete with egg acrobatics, knife throwing and sake squirts for all. \n\nThe food itself was cooked well, and the shrimp and my friends scallops stood out as flavorful, tender, delicious, all cooked in an Asian soy-based light sauce on the grill. Despite this, the fried rice and chicken were unfortunately overtaken with oil and soy sauce, arriving on my plate too greasy and salty for my taste. For drinks, try the giant volcano bowl, complete with flaming Bacardi 151 shot in the middle and something like 17 types of liquor (okay only 5, but will still make your night a little crazy!!). Overall, a solid, good overall hibachi restaurant that serves large portions, at middle range prices, in an area that excellent hibachi is rare.",
"Hmmm where to begin. There are very few good places to eat in Tampa after 9pm so the fact that Koto was open to midnight was very attractive. Hoping for some very good Japanese after a long weekend, we had a glimmer of hope. We should have known it was going to ve mediocre. The menu was full if fried thongs being passed off as sushi. Southerners love their fried foods but there must be a haven somewhere for good authentic food. It was not to be had. Asked for the shamai, it was not hot, and lacked flavor. Ordered the eel roll, California roll and tried the Amazing Tuna Roll. All lacked freshness and flavor and the Amazing roll was icky sweet. Also the dishes came with almost no Ginger so we asked for some when the food was delivered and the waitress started arguing and never brought any. And to really make u lose your appetite, there was Michael Jackson Muzak playing throughout. Thoroughly unpleasant.",
"I've been here twice and both times it has been for the sushi side of the restaurant. I have noticed that the hibachi side is always full of people looking like they are enjoying themselves.\n\nIt's located conveniently within walking distance to all the popular bars in Soho which makes it packed during the weekends at night. \n\nI always find myself here on packed nights so I always see the wait staff scrambling to keep up with all the orders. They do try their best though. I just think staffing could be better at peak hours.\n\nI sat at the sushi bar the last time I ventured here and the sushi chefs were very friendly. When they were making their rolls, they had no problems chatting with us and telling us what was in it. \n\nThe menu is pretty diverse and filled with both classic rolls and creative concoctions!\n\nI always order their Age Dashi Tofu (fried tofu with bonito flakes and tempura sauce). I love the light breading surrounding the soft tofu. It's a great appetizer.\n\nI stole bites of other people's sushi rolls and everything tasted great. I particularly enjoyed Angry Dragon Roll.",
"Friends and I stumbled (not literally, it wasn't that late of a night) across this place when our originally planned restaurant was closed. Everything about this place just seemed average to me. The sushi selection is pretty much the same as anywhere else with no restaurant specials. The sushi itself didn't have much of a wow-factor either. I'm pretty sure there are other sushi places to get better food for the same price. Only come here if everything else is closed.",
"It was perfectly... average. \n\nThe four of us get there, and we sit at the bar sipping on some perfectly average and overpriced drinks. Then once we are seated, we wait for refills far too long. The service was pretty poor, and that was a problem during the entire meal.\n\nOn the upside is our chef was quite skilled and fun. I didn't catch his name, but not only was he a talented cook, but he was fun and engaging with our party. It's a shame they have the chefs and wait staff split their tips, because one certainly deserved a much bigger gratuity than the other. All the food we had was prepared as tastily as possible. There's only so much you can do to differentiate one hibachi place from another, but he certainly did the best he could with the rather bland food he has was given to work with.\n\nAlso, it's the birthday of someone else at another table, and they throw some goofy lights on and have a horrible song play over the sound system. It totally made no sense with the theme, and was completely inappropriate. \n\nI'd give two stars if not for the talent of our chef, but there are certainly better hibachi experiences available.",
"arrived at 7.30pm for 7-9pm unlimited sushi. ordered pad thai, 5 friends got unlimited sushi at 7.40pm. my food came 8.30pm, sushi came at 8.20pm. pad thai was soup and noodles weren't cooked whatsoever, they took it in the back, drained the pad thai and gave it back. told them it wasn't cooked still. didn't get my new pad thai until 9pm and asked for a fork. manager never came back with fork, couldn't eat the food without the fork..then she insisted I pay for the pad thai that I never ate. \n\nfriends asked manager to order more sushi at 8.45pm since server was serving 2 other tables with 8ppl each (which should have been ok since it was till 9pm) she never came back until 9.05pm and forgot to take our order and refused to take an order for us.\n\nhorrible horrible service. will never come back here ever again.",
"TERRIBLE SERVICE/MANAGEMENT ON NYE...\n\nDue to the convenient location of this restaurant and a past decent sushi experience there, I thought I'd make dinner reservations for New Years Eve. The hibachi reservation was for 8:15 but the hostess on the phone encouraged me to come early because they would \"try to get us in at 8.\" Little did I know at the time what a joke that comment was. My party of five showed up around 8 and the table was excusably not ready yet. However, we were unexcusably not seated until well after 9 pm (with no apology) in the back corner of the hibachi room in a spot crammed with 4 chairs (reservation for 5...). The woman who sat us corrected this by jamming another chair into the back corner. The joy I felt after finally being seated was short lived as the waitress didn't bring our drinks for another 20 minutes. Drinks which were not on the house to make up for any of the inconvenience up until this point. The 20 minute wait provided me plenty of time to scan the dining room and see several of parties that came in AFTER mine in the waiting room finishing their meals before we were even served drinks. \n\nThe hibachi setup at Koto involves a large table wrapped around two hibachi grills where a chef presumably cooks your meal in front of you and performs fun tricks. Not the case for us on New Years-we were jammed onto the end of the table where a group of cranky women slowly finished their meals while the hibachi chef started the fun on the grill opposite from our pathetic seats. The view of the back of the chef's head gave me none of the thrill that the diners facing him seemed to be experiencing, judging from the smiles on their faces as they participated in the interactive hibachi cooking. Even more frustrating was the portion size of our meals we finally received (sometime around 2.5 hrs after our reservation time). I think the chef portioned out a meal for the usual crowd of one hibachi grill, rather than that crowd + the 5 of us trying to eat something on the lonely other side of the table, as I barely got any food. The chef also totally forgot to give one of my friends the scallops he ordered (this was corrected by the chef chopping up another really small portion of scallops and finally giving it to this friend who wondered why his scallops were mysteriously minced while no one else's were). \n\nIn the only attempt to give us a taste of the festive hibachi atmosphere we signed up for, the chef who finally came to cook on our end of the table (immediately after another party was sat there...) squirted some sake all over my friend's face. While my friend Aaron G enjoyed this very much, it didn't make up for the hours we spent waiting, our still hungry stomachs, the dismissive attitude of the hostess upon my pointing out all of these problems, and the total lack of any attempt by management to salvage this failed dining experience. \n\nThanks for nothing, Koto.",
"I think I secretly like this place. I keep going back. There are some things I don't love, but on the occasions when I'm OK blowing $$ on an experience that's more for the entertainment than the food, Koto works.\n\nWHAT'S GREAT\n - Awesome spot for interactive dining. Go if you want something a little bit different, want to do more than just stare at your date all night, or if you need to entertain your kids or your parents. \n\n - The chefs are great, and no matter how many times you watch the \"cooking show,\" it's always a fun spectacle. I still flinch at the fire surprises. :)\n\n - Portions are large, and you'll leave full (and maybe with a doggy bag). All diners get soup and salad to start, and rice and noodles with your meat choice. Note that you're likely \"full\" from all the accompaniments versus the meat selection.\n\n - Local and intimate. The hibachi dining area is like a mini version of the giant chains you'll find in North Dale Mabry, yet it's usually bustling. Good vibe overall.\n\n - If with kids, order the \"Japanese soda.\" It comes in a unique bottle with a blown-in marble that moves. Built-in entertainment on top of the entertainment.\n\n\nWHAT'S NOT AS GREAT\n - Actual food is just OK. The flavors don't pop, I'm not craving it the next week, and I've never bragged about my experience here. Probably the best single thing is the salad dressing. \n\n - Prices are typical for a Japanese steakhouse ... a little spendy for what you actually get. Prepare for $20-30 per diner. Kids run around $11-16.\n\n - The noise levels can get pretty high on busy nights (usually Friday and Saturday). If you're unlucky enough to hit this spot the same night as a birthday party or a rowdy group, you'll be annoyed -- particularly if you're seated at a different section and can't interact with them at all.\n\n - Service is a little lethargic. Diners' service needs are simple here -- drinks, soup, salad, clean-up and check. Yet, somehow this place is still a bit lacking ... they can be a bit slow to react and move things along.\n\n - The wine selection is dull, and most of the wines taste like they've been open for a while. Plan on sake."
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"This place is a pretty nice to standard Italian restaurant. It has a really nice indoor-as-fake-outdoor decor and a really great porch for actual outdoor eating. The food for lunch is reasonably priced and the food was well prepared and tasted great. Our server was a bit of a klutz and not much for splitting tabs. But in general if you're looking for a good, simple, not to expensive Italian lunch, be sure to check this place out. (Also, it's kind of hidden in the very back of the shopping center it's in, behind all the shops, and just past the Movie Theater to the left.)",
"My Husband and I arrived at Giuseppe in plenty of time for our 5:00 reservation, in eager anticipation of our Diner that clear, beautiful late Saturday afternoon. Summer was near its end. As our friends had yet to arrive, we were informed by our Hostess that we could not be seated, and were directed to wait in their somewhat cramped Lobby. We took this as a bit of an affront, and the sparkling afternoon quickly lost some of its luster. Fortunately, our friends arrived shortly thereafter, and our Dining experience commenced. Although our server was young and enthusiastic, we felt rushed throughout the meal; a meal that was disappointing. I ordered a dish with Bolognese sauce. Sadly, the sauce was extremely salty. Our friends wanted Meatballs, but they are not served in this Italian restaurant. A Fish entree was dry and over done. However, the Arugula salad appetizer ( a Special ) was excellent. We cannot recommend this restaurant highly.",
"This place is another restaurant about which you will hear, love it/hate it . And in truth is capable of engendering both emotions depending on your experience. So,\n\nIf you want to hate it:\n\nMake a reservation and expect them to hold it or even have your name on a list.\n\nGo on a weekend\n\nIf you want to love it:\n\nGo early in the week on a pleasant evening and sit outside. Bring a nice bottle of wine. Order the Roasted Artichoke, Prosciutto, fresh Mozzarella, Olives and Truffle oil App., one of the most incredible apps. you will find in any trattoria. You'll need to share it. Next order the Spaghetti Norma w/ Roasted Eggplant and Ricotta Salata, its almost as good as any in Sicily, then order anything else on the menu. The service is friendly and efficient and the prices are terrific. What more could you ask?",
"Food and Service are always consistently good. Portions are large, especially lunches. I would say the greatest value would be lunch prices/portions. Also it's BYOB \n\nNever come on a weekend for dinner without a reservation. Weeknights are more relaxed. Outdoor seating is really nice for springtime meals. \n\nYou can have whatever you want, even if it's not on the menu, as long as they have it. Great Sicilian style Italian, fresh ingredients, and great care is taken in the presentation of the food. \n\nGreat for groups, loud and crowded, so I wouldn't go here for a romantic evening. The decor is very Italian and made to appear as if you are dining in a piazza, outdoors. \n\nIt is located next to the Regal Theater in Edgemont, so it's not hard to miss, but with reservations you could have a wonderful dinner/movie night.",
"I've found a new favorite for my visits to Newtown Square! I was told that there is a tie between Guiseppe's and Fellini's, my former favorite restaurant in the Newtown Square area. The fact that you can bring your own bottle of wine makes it a place that I will return to.\n\nMy friend and I went to dinner on a weeknight. She has been to the restaurant many times before and echoed matthew I's sentiments about how busy it is on weekend nights.\n\nWe both started with the arugula salad special. It was composed of small arugula leaves, covered with a light vinegrette and dotted with feta cheese and fresh fruit (oranges, strawberries and blueberries). \n\nI ordered the chicken special which included three (!) small chicken breasts, covered with artichokes and mushrooms in a light tomato-based sauce. The chicken came with a side of penne pasta, covered with a very good marinara. It was great.\n\nMy friend had the lobster special and pronounced it delicious.\n\nFor entertainment, one of the waiters sang. We didn't determine what triggered him to sing (maybe a birthday) but it was pleasant although a bit distracting.",
"Have never been so offended! I work in the service industry, so I understand customer service. We waited 50 mins for a 7:30 reservation, an when we asked the owner what could be done he said \"If you want a table, you will go away and we will tell you when you can have a seat. Now go away I will not talk to you again.\". So If you want to give your hard earned money to someone who thinks their doing you a favor by allowing you to dine at there resturant, then this is your place. If you want a nice meal and to be treated with respect, the I recomend you dine elsewhere.",
"Also waited 30+ minutes after our reservation time and the lobby was so crowded, no one could move. The food was very average, and it was so crowded in the dining room that waiters kept bumping into our seats and table. They apparently overbook everynight....so plan on waiting to eat even if you have a reservation.",
"The first time we dined here we were a party of 8 and the experience was in a word - awful. We had 7:00 reservations and were finally seated at 8:45. Their standard operating procedure is to overbook, overbook, overbook, and I just think of this as BAD BUSINESS and worse management. I thought we were stupid to wait while being herded like cattle while the host obviously picked his friends and regulars out of the crowd to be seated, but the rest of the group wanted to wait. \n\nThe host and hostess were just as ignorant as can be, and I did not want to spend my hard-earned money there, but the group really wanted to try to food. The service once seated was very good (I will not fault the servers for the ignorance and casual disregard of the owners/managers), the food was average, nothing incredibly special, but I was so upset by the treatment of the previous hour and 45 minutes it ruined the entire experience for me. \n\nSo when another group of friends invited us to join them for dinner, imagine my dismay when they told me where we'd be dining (we had already accepted and could not get out of it). Again, it was a party of 8 and again, they had again of course overbooked to the point where the overflow was blocking the parking lot! No exaggeration - blocking the parking lot. Bear in mind this was recently and the outside patios were open for seating and were completely full. We had 7:30 reservations and we were told at 8:10 p.m. that there were TWO parties of 8 waiting to be seated AHEAD of us. Apparenlty at Guissepes however, it really is WHO you know. One of our crew knew someone who knew someone and lo and behold we were bumped ahead of the other parties (one of whom loudly shared their annoyance, as I would have). Again, great service, average food. And that will be the last time. I would give stars for the service alone (with the overbooking, those poor folks have quite a job on their hands!) but the sheer ignorance of the owners/managers and their complete disregard for their customers prohibits that. I'm usally not all sour grapes but this place knows nothing about customer service",
"There are so many great aspects of Trattoria Giuseppe that I don't even know where to start!\n\nThe ambience of this place is just incredible. You wouldn't expect to feel like you're walking into a restaurant in the Italian countryside when it's located behind a Genuardi's on West Chester Pike, but they hit the nail on the head with the design of this restaurant. They have a beautiful outdoor patio and a lovely design on the inside with lots of terra cotta and flowers. There were 5 of us, and we sat inside at a large round table with a view of the outside. The only minor negative to this restaurant is that I think they have tried to cram a few too many tables in, and I was literally back-to-back with the gentleman behind me, who had a challenging time getting in his seat when their table was seated after ours. Let's just say we became very good friends when I got up to leave as well. \n\nThis place is always packed, and Friday night at 7:30 was no different! I don't like eating in restaurants and being the only table, and I love to people-watch, so I do enjoy a full restaurant. Service did not suffer at all, and our waitress was phenomenal. It got a little loud toward the end of the evening, so if you're sensitive to noise you might want to go a little earlier on in the evening on a Friday, or go for lunch instead.\n\nFor appetizers, we all either got a house salad or their special salad with fruit and a limoncello vinaigrette. I got the house, because I absolutely love their homemade vinaigrette - it also has a splash of honey mustard in it, giving it a delicious, creamy consistency while still remaining light. My aunt was unsure of the limoncello on her special salad, but the waitress, knowing that the house dressing wouldn't cut it, gently but firmly encouraged her to stick with the limoncello, and she absolutely loved it!\n\nFor entrees, I had gnocchi with a fresh tomato sauce, which was amazing. My boyfriend had tortellini with bolognese sauce, and they gave him quite a generous portion with a lot of meat, which he was happy about. Both aunts got the quattro fromaggi ravioli, which they loved, and my uncle stuck with linguine topped with olive oil, garlic and parsley. We were all thrilled with our food, and the portions are extremely generous. \n\nTrattoria Giuseppe is also a BYOB, and we brought two bottles in with us. I fought for the bill and lost, so I'm not sure what the corking fee is, if any, but everyone who walked in had a bottle or two with them. Plan ahead here, folks!\n\nThey have plenty of parking as well. Overall, this place has everything for a great night out and they make it easy!",
"We just had dinner here the other night, and we had a great experience. \n\nFirst with the cons: We were expecting to be able to order the half size dishes, but apparently that is only for lunch. Also, no pizza served at night. And no children's menu, you can get half size for children, but we order plain paster for my son with sauce on the side, and it was a full size. We were only charge for half.\nIt is a very noisy restaurant, but it's not that bad. I think it looks like a great place for groups. \nThe tables were extremely close together, but you can deduct that the place profits from high volume since they do not serve alcohol. It wasn't uncomfortable though. \n\nThe pros:\nOne side seemed more laid back and rustic, with marble tables, the other had wood and seemed like the fancier side. We had our son with us, and ate at a marble table \nOur server was very attentive, they cleared the table quickly and our food came out so fast! We had just been told about someone going there and waiting for a while, but we didn't have that problem at all...and it was pretty busy. \nThe dishes were huge! So much pasta, and you could tell it was fresh and not sitting in a hot window for long. \nI got the Linguini alle Vongole (linguini with clams) and my husband got Penne Bolognese. Both were delicious. We had so much to bring home with us! \n\nThe bill was not bad, which is always a plus. I think I'd love to go there for lunch. We'll definitely go back."
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"Ate here for Devour Downtown and was more than pleasantly surprised. Not only did the service not waver once we told them we were ordering off the Devour Downtown menu - but they seemed to up it a notch. Our server wanted to make sure we had an evening to remember. He was able to answer each one of our questions with the utmost of ease whether it was about the artwork on the walls or about the food we were eating. The chef even brought out a special little appetizer for us - compliments of the chef - and it was amazing! They saw to our every need - drinks, food, bill - it was all on time and delivered with flair. The food was amazing as well - well cooked and excellently flavored. A great way to celebrate a night out on the town - you won't be disappointed.",
"Excellent dining restaurant inside the Conrad Hotel in downtown Indianapolis. At lunch here on a recent business trip and was very impressed with the level of service and the quality of the food. I ate the Parmesean Sourdough Club which is layered with prosciutto, turkey, coleslaw and cheese. A side of fries with ranch dressing finished my plate.",
"This place absolutely excels at great service. They really go the extra mile to make your dining experience special. This nationwide chain really does things \"un-chainlike\" with its food and service. \n\nWhile the service was 5 stars easily, the food was only four stars. The menu wasn't very exciting and the food was very good, but not the explosion of flavor I was expecting. My wife and I got the filets and they were perfectly cooked but the flavor was lacking what aged beef should have. I would go here again but lower my expectations a little.",
"How do you improve classic upscale American dishes likes filet mignon or grilled citrus salmon? First, with a chocolate espresso cake. Second, with a bar as stately as the one at Capital Grille. It's where all the important lunchers and diners who aren't at McCormick and Schmick's go to make important decisions.",
"Classic steak place, friendly wait staff, good steak and salad",
"By far the best Steakhouse in Indy, better yet the best restaurant in Indianapolis! Not to mention the award winning wine list is superb.\n\nIf you want flavor explosions(as mentioned in previous reviews of lacking) ask the staff to help you pick your entree. When in a new restaurant I always ask the staff for recommendations (they see the food daily and now what pleases and what doesn't.!)\n\nJoe our server was an expert in the 5 different ways any of their steaks could be prepared. We went with the famous \"Kona\" style, a crushed Kona coffee bean combined with sugar and cocoa to crust our Filet, Seared at 1000 degrees to carmelize the crust. Oh My, I love red meat but this was amazing!\n\nDon't forget to start with a Stoli Doli (pineapple infused vodka, shaken and served straight up, the dangerous part is it does not even taste like liquor... but you do feel it!)\n\nDon't miss the High Plateau a $96 appetizer of fresh oysters, shrimp cocktail, king crab, lobster tails & claws served with appropriate condiments and several halfed lemons. \n\nBe sure to at least taste the potatoes Au Gratin (better than Ruth's) and of course the lobster mac & cheese!\n\nWe finished with a glass of champagne and hazelnut chocolate cake!",
"love the ambience and great oysters as well although I was warned that this place is not good for seafood but better to order steak...i am not so much into steak, still my order came out fresh..my first dinner In Indy at my lst visit in town!!!",
"Went back again Saturday night, I am not sure it was possible but it was even better than the first time!!!\n\n\nStoli Doli's, a bottle of Legacy 2004, champagne for toasting... Lobster claws for our appetizer was out of this world.... and oh the key lime pie, do not miss this perfect and REAL slice of heaven!",
"I don't mean to be difficult..I really don't. I didn't realize that they quit serving breakfast at 10:30 on Sunday morning. So I about went bananas when I was handed the lunch menu at noon and no lobster benedict!! Needless to say, Kevin, our waiter, went back to the kitchen and talked the chef into hooking us up!! This is by far the best breakfast in the entire world!! The lobster is phenomenal, the eggs prepared perfectly and the hollandaise was to die for. The muffin was so much better than your typical English muffin. The potatoes and berries on the side were also very nice. The kir royals were also wonderful!! There was a little issue, and they more than recovered!!! Thank you to Kevin for saving my brunch. I will be back...with more friends!! I want to try the lobster mac-n-cheese!!",
"What can be better than your boss treating you and your peers to a great meal??\n\nWellll your boss treating you and your peers to a great meal AT The Capital Grille. This restaurant is located inside of the Conrad Hotel in downtown Indianapolis. Let me tell you that it is worth every penny.\n\nThe food is great and the service is even better. They accommodated our large and boisterous crowd with a smile and a lot of humor.\n\nThey better watch out or they made start a holiday for tradition for my office. \n\nThe restaurant along with my coworkers made this a great holiday event!!"
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"My first time here and I ordered the Ahi Tuna salad. All the ingredients were very colorful, fresh, and delicious! The sesame salad dressing was yummy. They have a variety of different sauces they offer and will let you sample them. \n\nThere's a tea bar that offers different flavors of tea and juices. You can mix them to create your own flavor to your liking. I mixed the green tea with lemonade and it was perfect. The staff here was very helpful in explaining how to order and how to customize. They even have a Miso Picky choice on the menu lol. I will definitely be back to try the sushi. Make sure you check your receipt! I was charged for miso soup and didn't order or get it!\n\nPrices are reasonable.",
"Was looking for a lunch place today when I noticed a new restaurant where Jack's Bagels used to be. Sushi wraps? I was intrigued. I ended up having a crab sushi wrap. It's basically a burrito size sushi roll...seaweed wrapper with brown rice, real crab, arugula, carrots, cucumber and 2 delicious sauces. All ingredients were fresh tasting. A yummy and healthy '' burrito. '' Will definitely be back to try their other offerings.",
"I'm so happy to see Miso Hungry is on YELP! What a great addition to the SB eating scene. We had the good fortune to stumble in on opening night. What a great concept...basically Asian meets the Chipoltle build your own model with way more choices!\nYou can choose from the combinations on the menu, or get creative and build your own wrap (using soy paper or seaweed), a bowl (brown or white rice), or a salad with your choice of several different greens. SUPER fresh ingredients. \nOn our first night, we tried the sashimi bowl filled with five kinds of sushi grade fish and shrimp, a salmon wrap from their menu with crispy asparagus, and a shrimp tempura bowl. All of the items were fresh and tasty. Be sure to check out the tea bar where you can mix and match teas and juices. \nThe service was helpful, patient and attentive as we attempted to choose from all of the amazing choices.\nGreat idea to serve quality sushi items without the high price tag, the long wait or the crowded sushi bar. LOVE the outdoor patio area.\nWe've been back three times already and taken friends with us. In fact, I think TONIGHT is a MISO HUNGRY night. Check it out!",
"New place on upper State Street. Had the chicken teriyaki bowl (see picture). High quality ingredients and well balanced flavors. Will have try the tuna next. Great addition to Santa Barbara.",
"I give this 5 stars because I had some yummy sushi for $9. That is amazing. I got the Sashimi Combo Bowl and the fish was great. It also came with rice, lettuce, cucumbers, and ginger in the bowl. It had a side of soy sauce and a side of wasabi. I was blown away. The only thing I didn't like about it was the Yuzu Aioli sauce, I'm not a fan of mayonnaise and that is what it reminded me of so I'll go without it next time. My wife is not an adventurous eater and ordered the Chicken Katsu bowl. She loved the whole idea but was not impressed and said it lacked flavor. Whatever, wife. She might not go back but I'll be back for that sashimi combo bowl again.",
"I love this place! My only complaint is that they are not close to my house. It is a Chipotle-style ordering system with a great menu to choose from. The spicy tuna bowl and sashimi bowl were amazing. The service was friendly and the prices were awesome. They have a whole wall of iced tea which is a huge plus for me. If I lived close I would be here every week.",
"Mi Still Hungry.\nI love this place - the concept, the healthful selections, the freshness, speed and ow prices - it's all good and I hope they thrive. \nMy only issue: I had the spicy tuna salad, and I'm guessing there was only about 2.5 oz of fish in it, which isn't enough to fill me up (and I'm only 5' 1\"). You can spend an extra $2.50 for additional protein a la carte, but then the affordabilty factor goes away...",
"\"Yay! Something *different* in Santa Barbara for a change!!! \n\nI really hope they do well in this doomed location; hopefully they got really cheap rent, because I have a feeling this will become one of my regular go-to spots for lunch. Healthy, tasty, reasonably priced, and the BOMB \"freestyle\" iced team/juice setup. \n\nFor those coming for the first time it can be a bit intimidating. Basically you decide whether you want a bowl, a salad, or a \"wrap\". The wrap is cool because is it made just like a sushi roll. But don't be worried - the wrap is much larger than a sushi roll; think of it more like a burrito wrapped in sushi rice instead of a tortilla and stuffed with fresh fish and crunchy veggies instead of greasy meat, gloppy beans, and gobs of gooey cheese. (Ok, I'm teasing a bit - I love a good carnitas burrito!).\n\nThe ordering process is like a Subway, Quiznos, or Chipotle, except you have a much wider variety of choices, and everything has more ZING to it. The first time through, just follow the lead of someone else in line in front of you and roll with it while you work your way down. If you get stuck or are unsure, the staff will make quick recommendations based on their \"signature\" items.\n\nI've only tried a few things so far, but I've been really pleased with the freshness and flavors of everything. The curry sauce is a bit oddly textured as a cold sauce (glutinous) but once you mix everything up (in the case of a bowl or a salad) it doesn't matter!",
"Great hidden gem. I saw this new restaurant on yelp and I decided to give it a try today and I am so glad I did!! It is in The Galleria where Jack's Bagels used to be. Nice, clean interior and everyone was very friendly. I got the ahi salad and a side seaweed salad for about 11 dollars. Totally worth it! Both salads were fresh with high quality ingredients. I will be back again!",
"This is a great filler for the old Jack's Bagel's on State and La Cumbre. I spontaneously gave it a try for lunch last week. I found it to be a great sushi bowl with plenty of fish for roughly $10. Quality, healthy, clean, and sufficient in size. You can't ask for more in Santa Barbara where most lunches are over $10. I'll be eating here plenty."
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"We went in to this shopping center yesterday to get some lunch and saw the sign for the new California Tortilla, so we headed over for some burritos! They weren't actually open yet, but were having a special practice event where we got free food and drinks so that the staff could prepare for the grand opening and so that they could get feedback.\n\nWe were very happy with our meals! The service was a bit slow - but like I said they were learning and I'm sure that will improve. I'd rather good food be slow than bad food be fast anyway. My burrito bowl was the \"no meato\" and had big chunks of fresh peppers and zuchini (among the other ingredients). The sauce was fresh and tasty as well. My husband had a chicken burrito of some variety and it was pretty darn good too. The chicken was fresh and rubbed in some sort of spice mix which made it less boring (cause let's face it ... chicken can be boring).\n\nOverall a great lunch and I'm sure it's only going to get better!",
"Grand Opening, food was great, service was excellent, staff was polite and prepared. I choose the BBQ Chicken Quesadilla, the chicken was tender and just the right amount of BBQ sauce. I will be a repeat customer and would recommend this to anyone.",
"Food is great & the staff are very friendly. You can tell everything is made daily which I really like.",
"I went here the other day and I had a spicy chicken burrito, along with a couple of tacos. The Burrito was great and packed with delicious fillings. The tacos were also really good and the fish taco was particularly good because it tasted really light and fresh. I am a sucker for hot sauce and they had a whole wall of different sauses to try, so I will definitely be back.",
"I have to start this review off by first stating that I'm not a big fan of \"Tex Mex\" or \"chain\" Mexican restaurants in general. \n\nNot at all.\n\nSo, you can call me a snob if you like, but as a former long term resident of California, which everyone knows has the best Mexican restaurants in the country AND as a frequent visitor south of the border to partake of the tasty victuals from whence they originated, when it comes to Mexican food, it almost goes without saying that my palate is more, shall we say, refined than the average strip mall visitor.\n\nNow that I've impressed you with my ability to pen a ridiculously long sentence, I'll explain why, although everything I've said above is the whole truth and nothin' but, I'm giving this particular California Tortilla a well-earned 5 stars.\n\nFirst of all, the service was great, from the time I walked in, till the time I left. (And FYI, my family never makes it easy when we place orders, what with 7-year-old twins that can never make their minds up about what they want to eat.)\n\nOur disjointed, long-winded, confusing order didn't faze the CT crew one bit. And BONUS, our kids got to spin a wheel (like a miniature version of the one on \"Wheel Of Fortune\") good for a free burrito our next trip there.\n\nWe got exactly what we ordered and our order made it to our table in minutes, fresh and hot.\n\nAnd the food? It was excellent. \n\nTruth be told, I actually intended to order hard shell tacos and ordered soft shell tacos by mistake. Why? Because I HATE soft shell tacos. \n\nWell, not these bad boys. \n\nAfter I got over the fact they weren't hard shell tacos, I was amazed at how well-seaoned the steak was. And the fish tacos were out of this world. \n\nNot only was the fish fresh and delicious - the toppings - the cabbage slaw, lime, cilantro, and chipotle sour cream were perfect. (And another thing about the fish - it was actually pleasantly crispy. Not sure how they pulled that off, but there was no discernible breading and it wasn't fried, and yet it was OH SO CRISPY. Something my tastebuds and tapeworm were absolutely giddy about. Oh yeah, I actually went there. I did in fact, use the word giddy.)\n\nMy family was equally pleased with their food. They ordered the quesadillas, burritos and tacos. \n\nMy 7-year-old son, Noah, who has been inhaling Tabasco sauce like he gets paid to do it since he was 2, loved the \"Wall Of Flame\" which appears to have every hot sauce known to mankind. \n\nAnd we all loved the chips and queso, which is far superior to Moe's. (The chips AND the queso.) \n\nOne last thing. \n\nWhile I was eating, I noticed that the owner of the restaurant was constantly interacting with the customers to make sure they were happy with their food. \n\nNow I ask you: \n\nWhen was the last time you saw that in a chain restaurant?\n\nExactly.\n\nAnd that, combined with all the other reasons I just listed, my friends, is why I gave this place a 5 out of 5 stars.\n\nThe End.",
"Hard shell tacos fell apart, shells both hard and soft were cold, lettuce and tomato was bland like it came out of a bag, nothing seemed fresh except the chicken.\n\nRed beans and rice tasted like it was microwaved.\n\nCould have spent half of what I spent here for the same meal at Tijuana Flats and had fresh, delicious, made-to-order food. \n\n3 positives: Staff is friendly, place is clean, and the soda machine is awesome.",
"Loved it! Everything was fresh. The Hot Sauce bar was fun and good!!\nThe place was super clean and the help was friendly! GREAT STUFF PEOPLE!",
"Can't say enough good things about this place. Best staff around, comfortable environment, everything is perfectly fresh. They cater to vegetarians extremely well. I definitely recommend California Tortilla to any fans of fresh Mexican...you will not be disappointed!",
"I love CaliTort and was so happy to see one open nearby. Of all the CaliTorts I've been to, this is the best run hands down. It's clean, the employees don't look miserable, and they make your order in a reasonable time. Other CaliTorts I've been to take too long to make your food. Here everything is tip top. Part of it is because they're still new, but I hope they keep the effort up.\n\nMy order is always the carnitas taco combo with the chips and queso. The wall of hot sauce is nice too. For me, the queso and hot sauce wall just slightly edges out chipotle for my favorite quick taco and burrito chain. Both are good and taste different enough I can do both in the same week. :)",
"I went here with a group of friends right after it opened. I had the taco salad with pork and it was awesome! The guacamole was so fresh and the salad was pretty big. Service was great and everyone was so friendly and always checking to see if you needed anything. I would definitely recommend this place, so good and fresh! O and if you like hot sauce, they have an entire wall of sauces for you to pick from!"
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"I've lived in Mexico on and off for years. I know tacos.\nAnd this place is so good, I could weep. It's life changing. Seriously. Having been exiled to Fishtown has been brutal. Loco Pez has saved my life and probably my relationship.\nThe tacos (you could also choose burritos or quesadillas): a single small tortilla, chopped onion and cilantro, lime and radish on the side, choose your filling. The al pastor (with pineapple) was sublime, the chorizo and papa muy auténtico (very authentic), and the pollo, simple and perfect. No dry meat or fatty weird gristle you need to pull from your mouth, disgusting the people around you. Just beautifully seasoned simple authentic tacos. The fish taco, with crema and shaved cabbage, was absolutely the most perfect thing (as good as I've had in Baja, almost). \nBlack refried beans (frijoles diablos?) to die for (was there epazote in there? I dunno but they were amazing), topped with cotija cheese (nothing smothered in low quality cheddar cheese here) and served with some chips. \nAnd the hot dog. Yes. The hot dog. I don't even eat hot dogs. I don't think anybody should eat hot dogs. They should cease to exist as a food. But lord, god, smothered in, hmmm, was it pickled jalapeños and salsa, I don't even remember. I just remember feeling true love. \nVegetarians: do not fret. There are options. Soy chorizo (which I've eaten often both here and in Mexico and man, what they can do with TVP. It's good) and mushrooms. Yummy.\nThe margarita was not a sweet sticky mess that gave me a sugar high rather than a tequila high, but was clean and perfect, rocks and salt (yes, they have liquor!). They have cheladas and micheladas (the latter is a beer with soy sauce, lime, hot sauce, worcestershire, salsa maggi, and more. at least I hope that's how they prepare theirs. I know, it sounds terrible. It is not and will blow your mind on a warm summer day).\nThe decor: oh sweet jesus! Thank you! Finally a Philly restaurant that isn't in need of serious help with decorating (Kraftwork, you are great, but the giant wrenches and gloss on the exposed brick walls? C'mon! The awning at Fathom and those bulky chairs that barely fit in the small dining area? And Sketch, don't even get me started with that color scheme...). It's simple 70s stuff and feels both clean and homey (if you are over 35 and have spent as much time in bars as I did as a child [don't ask]). It's perfect. PERFECT. \nThis morning my husband woke up and told me he felt the kind of giddy optimism a man feels when he meets a woman he thinks could be the great love of his life. That woman is Loco Pez. It has changed him. Yes, I'm sure the owner and bartender (very nice, very skilled) thought we were freaks, the way we were carrying on, weeping, wanting to make out with them in gratitude. But so be it. I'll probably never eat anywhere again.\nMil gracias Pez Loco. Te quiero con todo mi corazón. Abrazos!",
"I came here last night, I have to admit, I had no idea what was going on w/ the old Crazy Fish. I really think that this joint may be my new neighborhood \"go to spot\". \n\nIt's kind of dark inside (not a bad thing), they had sports on TV, decent music playing and the place had an old school feel to it. \n\nThe bar is long and had plenty of seats, there were about 5 tables on the side and 3-4 booths in the rear.\n\nThey had a great beer selection, I prefer Tecates....but at $4 a pop, I think is kind of expensive. The margaritas were really good too, @ 6$ was reasonable. The bartender was completely attentive, explained the menu and had beers lined up before we were finished our current ones, there is nothing more I can ask for than that!\n\nWe sampled about 4-5 tacos, all authentic, fresh and flavorful and had the volcano burrito (veggie) All food is accompanied by 3 sauces in range from mild (verde) to a pretty hot pepper sauce.\n\nI can not wait to go back to this place w/ some friends, I hope they incorporate some specials and have a happy hour. Sorry Dos Segundos, but I don't need to travel to you anymore, I can stumble home from this place!",
"man, I think the curse of Forks and the old Crazy Fish has finally been broken.\nThis is a great new school Fishtown corner tappy that essentially has a top notch taco truck inside serving up great Mexican standards.\nThe \"street dog\" was amazing--hot dog with refried beans, jalapenos, crema, etc. the tacos were great too--fish, carne asada, and al pastor...the chips and salsa and guac were fresh.\nTasty Kenzinger so fresh and cold and cheap per pint, tons of tequilas, super nice bartenders, etc.\nIn short, it's what we've been waiting for!\nIt has a nice and tastefully \"hipsterized\" interior that evokes your grandpa's basement rec room and bar, really nice bathrooms of the Silk City/JB's class, big booths, small tables, a nice long bar, etc.\nthey got a juke box, but why spend money when the staff have their good taste in music and the tunes are rocking from the bar?\nThere is a Family Guy pinball machine lurking in back that looks like it will be a fun play...\nWe tried hard to come up with any sort of complaint and if I recall--it got a little hazy after we switched it up from the Kenzis to the Margaritas--the only things we came up with were the following:\nbar does not have a foot rail so you gotta put feet on stools, maybe the hot dog bun could be upgraded so the \"street dog\" didn't leak through (but it's so god damn good you eat it before this can happen), and the pinball was 75 cents, and--probably the only real oversight--as is par for the course for all these new places, NO BIKE RACK! gotta have a bike rack, gotta have a bike rack, your employees need one, and your clientele will need one (probably a big one too)...\nThat's all we got.\nAwesome place!\nBienvenida Al Vecindario Hombres!!!",
"Tried the carnitas burrito, carne asada burrito, waffle fries and chips and salsa. The burritos were superb. The meat on both was perfectly seasoned and tender. The waffle fries were a little too overdone for my taste and the chips and salsa tasted very fresh with a bit of a kick. I can definitely see myself visiting this place often. I am not a fan of the 70's, but the decor here is very kitschy and well done. I actually enjoyed looking at the walls with the funky wallpaper. The music was really good, too. If you get easily bored, they have a pinball machine I. The back to keep you busy.",
"This place was really good but the service was mixed. \n\nWe showed up with a party of nine and the host was very accommodating. In spite of it being super busy we were seated quickly, squeezed into their biggest booth. The food came out quick and was great. I had the pollo burrito and my wife had the soy chorizo. The draft beer selection was small but good and they had a bigger bootle/can list. \n\nMy only problem with the place was our waitress. She was not very attentive. The host/waiter who seated us was great but she was not. Maybe next time we will get a better waiter/waitress. We will definitely be going back.",
"we walked here for dinner last night. very good. we sat at the bar and began to taste. i tried the carnitas and pollo tacos, which were just delicious and so very fresh tasting. g went with the nachos. i stole a couple of chips from the plate which were fine as well. for drinks i went with the margarita and the regal, g went with 6point ales. the crowd was mixed and the music was good. this is a cash only spot but i understand there is atm on premises. the bartender was friendly and attentive. a good time type of place.",
"Very nice set up. Booths in back, tables in front. \nEfficient servers, good bartenders...GREAT MARGARITAS.\nI really hate to say anymore, because this place is around the corner from my house, and I don't want anyone to know how great it is.\nI was hoping to keep it a secret, but as you can see by everyone's review, they hit it out of the park with this one.",
"Food is good. Beer is good. Atmosphere is good. Cash only. I think that sums it up.\n\nMemphis Tap is still my go to spot, but Loco Pez is awesome!",
"I had a chicken taco, which while very tiny was really flavorful! I also had a shrimp burrito, which was very tasty, and quite filling. \n\nI really loved the decor and vibe of the place. It smelled a bit because of the renovation, but not too bad. Really nice wait staff.\n\nI am glad to have this place in my neighborhood!",
"Went here for the first time on a Tuesday evening after I heard it opened the week before...PACKED!! Great sign and now I know why - Happy Hour 5-7PM!! Margarita Please! The tacos are mini ~3\" in size...hence the cheap price so order a few different ones to try. I tried the Al Pastor and Pez tacos. MMMmmm, must try more Al Pastor!! After Happy hour ended, I switched to the Negro Modelo and ordered the Nachos de Kenzo. Wow! The best Nachos...better than Dos Sequendos in my opinion! 3-different meats on top with all fresh ingredients stacked high and every chip had some deliciousness on top! I took half home as I was stuffed. \n\nThe menu is simple. The Tequilas and Cervezas are plentiful. The margarita I had was delicious...just could have used less ice as it was gone in a few swallows. The service is friendly and you may recognize some faces from Xochitl and Swift Half. \n\nI recommend this place, but please don't park in front of my house!! I like my neighborhood and the ability to find parking! :)"
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"We ate breakfast at Moe Joe's today. It was great. My husband created an omelet and I had the Basque Hash. Very yummy. Highly recommend you eat there.",
"Awesome food and fast service . Homemade and creative food choices",
"This place has traditional favorites that are made really well, or with an added gourmet twist. Their club sandwich was probably the best club sandwich I've ever tasted--high quality meats, delicious bread, fresh lettuce and tomato. We also tried the jalapeno berry pancake which was unique and surprisingly delicious. The pancake had jalapeno and cream cheese baked into it, but the flavor was subtle. The syrup was a raspberry syrup. I highly recommend it, even though it sounds weird. I will say that my chilaquiles was not very good. It was very heavy on the beans and pork, with a puddle of pork grease in the bottom of the dish. I LOVE chilaquiles, but I couldn't stomach Moe Joe's version. It would have been better with much less pork grease and with the addition of some sour cream and fresh pico de gallo or salsa.\n\nThe restuarant interior is clean, plain, and comfortable. The service was great. I would definitely go there again.",
"Our first time here and it was great! I got the Farmhouse Benedict and my wife got the Traditional Benedict. We were both happy. The ice tea was perfect and she liked her coffee. A real good first impression.",
"Nice ambiance and feel for breakfast. Wait staff was great. My meal was good and I will return.",
"My BTA (bacon, tomato, and avocado incorporated into a classic eggs Benedict) was really good! The hollandaise was great, and it complemented the tomato perfectly. The avocado was perfect on top- sliced so thinly that I had some in every bite. The coffee was good and refilled frequently, and I liked the small pot of cream they placed on the table to stir in it. Service was great, even on a busy Sunday morning. Apparently the toast is also delicious, according to my family. I'd recommend this place for a tasty, reasonably-priced breakfast or brunch.",
"Great breakfast spot. Super clean and the staff is so welcoming. Had a really good breakfast and the kids were happy too!!!",
"Great breakfast, from the Dawson Taylor Coffee to the bacon-jalapeno fried chicken benedict. I would travel from Boise to the Eagle/Overland location. This place competes with Goldy's and Café de Paris, my two favorite downtown spots. If you live in Meridian or West Boise, this should be your breakfast spot. Joe Boyd (former owner of Joe Momma's) has another hit on his hands. Great job Joe!",
"I was in town visiting my parents. My mother spotted this place at the corner of a strip mall in a business park on a Sunday morning. I'm glad we stopped in. By far the best meal I had my entire visit (we ate out 3 times a day for four days, no chain restaurants). I had the best corned beef hash I've ever had. Everything we had was great. Our server was so nice and had no problem answering our questions about the menu items. I would come here all of the time if I lived in town.\nCome check it out!!",
"We tried Moe Joe's for the first time last week. There was an ad in one of the circulars that came in the mail and what was appealing was the fact that they did an Early Bird breakfast menu for $6 which is from 7A-10A. It's a limited menu with around 6 items on it but my husband and I both ordered from it and had bacon, eggs, and a pancake. My husband ordered the special cranberry and pecan pancake and payed a little extra for it. My son ordered Huevos Rancheros. The pancakes were good and crispy on the edges. Our eggs were scrambled and done just right. The Huevos Rancheros consisted of a tortilla, pulled pork, black beans, eggs fried, and salsa. I had a bite and it was really good and my son really enjoyed it. They also serve Dawson Taylor coffee which to my mind is the best.\n\nThe only part of this meal that I didn't enjoy was the fact that I had to wear my coat during the meal. It was a very frigid day, and the restaurant has a bank of windows at the entrance, and no barrier near the door, so whenever anyone came in or out, there was a gust of cold air that came in. Not very comfortable in a dining environment. I probably wouldn't go back here until the weather warms up. \n\nI think however, that this place is a nice addition to the large business park of El Dorado and it's a place that workers could come to for a nice breakfast or lunch."
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"I am a fan of the Irish and mostly because I am one. I search out the local Irish pubs whenever I visit a town. This weekend I located Drake's Tavern and I can say these folks get four stars. \n\nFour not five but for one tiny reason, the restrooms could use a little work but mind that this is an Irish pub.\n\nThe food was well prepared and in well stocked amounts. The service was quick and mighty. I hadn't even warmed my chair when all of a sudden I was asked what I would like to drink. Once my drinks arrived, less than five minutes passed, that I was given the full monty on the menu and all the specials. My waitress also warned me off one choice because these were running low and she mentioned the old line, \"bottom of the barrel.\" \n\nThe atmosphere was cozy, comfortable and a little college in tone but in a good way.\n\nGet this place a try ... and host a perfectly poured Guinness for me!",
"My friend and I knew we were in for a good time at Drake's Tavern when, as we walked up to the front door, the tune that just started playing was Europe's The Final Countdown. We timed our entrance to the tunes catchy keyboard intro. Da-duh-da-da....duh-duh-duh-da-da. As soon as the drums kicked in, we kicked in the front door and went in playing our dual air guitars. All the twentysomethings in there (we're in our 40's) pretended they didn't see us as we sheepishly slunked to the bar. \"Two buds\" is all we muttered for the next ten minutes as we tried to compose ourselves. \n\nAlthough my friend and I are two goofballs, the Drake is actually goofball friendly. Good food and a nice beer selection make this a nice stop before or after seeing a flick at the Hi-Way Theatre in downtown Jenkintown. It's also a great place to make a grand entrance. I'm hoping a Billy Squier tune is playing next time I stroll up to the front door.",
"BEWARE: Their parking lot is small and is only accessible from the one-way section of Greenwood Ave. Also the meter maids in J-town are militant! You will get ticketed for parking illegally or if you meter runs out.\n\nOther than that the bar is spacious, well lit, and has great food. Try their French Dip Roast Beef! Good stuff. They run frequent drink specials and the crowd tends to be a little older than in other bars in the Abington area.",
"We just tried this out for a Saturday lunch. Really nice selection of interesting burgers and sandwiches. They'll even do any of their burgers with a veggie burger instead. I found plenty of things on the menu I'd like to come back for (including all you can eat mussels night on Monday for $10.99 or a crabcake special on Tuesdays). \n\nMy guy's burger was a bit greasier than intended and well undercooked from what he ordered. But the service was very good, my lunch was spot-on, and it was a cool, comfortable place to hang out. \n\nScreens throughout the tavern tuned to sports, pics on the walls of rock stars and sports stars and plenty of neon beer signs. It's like hanging out in your friend's basement only with lots of windows. :)\n\nThe staff were having a real blast. They all seemed to really enjoy working there.",
"Ok, so now I live a block away from this place and have been there a couple times. Their burgers are really good. Their beer selection is average. It seems like a happen'n place but I still don't really enjoy eating there.",
"Pretty decent spot for the area, nice beer selection, food selection seemed nice but I didn't try anything. Having absolutely fabulous company helped, but otherwise this place is just alright.\n\nBiggest downer is the absolutely deafening sound system...not sure if it is like that all the time, but when I was here (Friday night) it was just way, way too loud. Like dance club loud...only nobody is dancing, just sitting and trying to have a conversation. I saw more than one group of people come in, yell at eachother for a minute, and then leave. I mean, as much fun as this exchange can be:\n\n\"Its good to see you!\"\n\"You bought an emu?\"\n\nIt isn't how things should go. After a while they turned on the \"club\" lights, making it even more obnoxious and out of place. Service was friendly (if a bit slow), and prices weren't bad. I can't say I'm in a big hurry to go back, as it was rather draining. It is a nice, clean place, but they need to correct a few mistakes for it to be the go-to spot in the area.",
"Ode to The Drake-A Haiku\n\ndrinking fun outside\ncrazy sauce burger damn good\ndouche bag level high\n\nPros- I like their burgers a lot. You can have them made up in chicken, veggie patty, turkey, and I think buffalo too. Decent $2 bloody mary on Sundays. \n\nCons- Music does tend to be too loud and douchey. Non-beer special prices seem high. Any food, non burger related, has sucked. \n\nI've had some very enjoyable nights drinking on the patio with a friend, but it does have a bit more of a \"grown up frat boy hang out\" than I usually like.",
"I dont go here to eat, since there is not much vegetarian stuff on the menu. However, I go here to hang out with friends and watch a game. They all like what they eat!! The service is consistently good. Staff are attentive.\nOh, I did try the mozarella sticks...they are ok.\nIf I have to eat something, i just get the icecream. They have only two flavors (chocolate and vanilla). I get half of each flavor. \n\nGets really crowded on Friday nights as expected. This is a favored place for the locals in Jenkintown.",
"Good place to go and watch a soccer game, have a beer and eat dinner all at the same time. \n\nAtmosphere is nice, seating is comfortable and beer menu is good. Appetizers are good and entrees are worth a try. \n\nOne of my favorite bars around the Jenkintown area.",
"Everything is relative. For this area this place is great. Usually filled with people. Great for watching the big game. Food is so so. There is limited parking. Most watering holes in this area are fairly dark and gloomy. This place has energy and is upbeat. People are friendly. Service is good."
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"Lots of piggy deliciousness to be had here! \n\nThis deli stand at Reading Terminal Market has the best deli meats I've had in Philly. The chipped country ham is where it's at - don't scrimp, load up on it. They take credit cards too (unlike some of the other Amish/Mennonite stands here) if you have at least $10 worth of charges (not a problem - get 2 lbs of the aforementioned country ham).\n\nI used to load up on the ham when I went to college in Philly some 6-7 years ago... get the Amish butter and some rolls from the Amish bakery in the back and you've got yourself an awesome meal.",
"Best sandwich in the city? Forget the usual suspects, and instead head to the Reading Terminal Market (RTM) Wednesday thru Saturday. \n\nHatville slices your lunchmeat fresh and to order. You've never had smoked turkey quite like this before. My favorite sandwich is the smoked turkey special on rye which includes cole slaw and russian dressing on top of the turkey on fresh rye bread. I can hardly resist the freshly made potato chips or the sweet tea. I've never actually deviate from this menu, but I'm positive the other fresh lunchmeats are just as tasty. For some reason, I can almost always score a seat at the counter. I think this place might just be RTM's best kept secret.",
"I am sitting in Reading Terminal Market right now, waiting for my wife to arrive. We're heading right to Hatville Farms. \n\nWe get the same thing every time because it is just that good: the smoked turkey special. I'm getting hungry thinking about it. \n\nTheir smoked turkey is top notch. All their meats are. Just get meat on bread and you'd be happy. However, my wife and I can't resist the special which includes coleslaw and Russian dressing. Sublime. \n\nI'd also suggest ordering a bad of their potato chips and having their iced tea. Both are splendid and remind you that you are eating in one of the best places in the whole world to eat: Reading Terminal Market. \n\nThis place (especially Hatville Deli) has not been invaded by soulless over processed corporate food. \n\nHatville Farms is my favorite merchant in the wonderful Reading Terminal. That's saying something.",
"Hatville has the best looking and tasting sliced meats and cheeses and the prices are pretty good!",
"Whenever you need a good artery-clogging, go to the Reading Terminal. My repast of choice is #3, the corned beef special combo, at the Hatville Deli. Only, $8.95; chips and drink included.",
"I really enjoy my food at Hatville Deli. It's always a treat to try the special of the week, and a great deal as well! If you get a chance, definitely try their corned beef special. The staff is accomodating, knowledgeable, efficient, friendly, and helpful. I have been there enough where they know who I am by face at this point, and are always very kind and genuine to me. The food, though, is wonderful, since the ingredients are fresh and wholesome. I highly recommend this establishment.",
"This place is great - the meat is very fresh and their prepared dips are incredible! My favorite is the spicy artichoke crab dip...it is AMAZING! They have many different selections of meat and cheese and will allow you to sample if you can't decide which you want. If only they were open 7 days a week!",
"Sandwiches are great. Super thinly sliced, it almost melts in your mouth. The sandwiches are huge too. Bring your appetite. There aren't a great many choices for your toppings but it doesn't matter.",
"After walking around the RTM, the Hatville Deli's Corned beef sandwich caught my eye. In retrospect, its nt the best corned beef sandwich I've had, but for the price it was decent. \n\nThe waitress was kind enough to split our sandwich for us when she knew we were sharing.",
"Their natural garlic & herb turkey is amazing!!"
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"Awesome southern comfort food in the heart of Old City. The management here is great and they make you feel welcome. They have live blues music on the weekend and that helps make the atmosphere really chill. The food was excellent: chicken and waffles, gumbo, fried catfish, mashed potatoes, collard greens and candied yams. They also serve some strong mixed drinks, which are very, very good. The service was very attentive and accomodating, I highly recommend it for a fun night out.",
"Come for the music, not the food. I came with a large-ish group (we had a whole corner reserved) and it seems, like it's sister restaurant Zanzibar blue, that the menu choices for warmdaddy's are hit and miss. My companions who got the turkey chop were very happy, while I was stuck with what can be called a \"glob\" of honey fried chicken. The chicken was was bland and dry and the skin was sticky and not crisp and had nooooooo flavor. The sides were ok but forgettable.\n\nThe music however was good. And that should be the draw. Don't expect to talk, though, the sound system is way too loud for that",
"Sister Wanda's open mic performance with the band was amazing. The chicken and waffles...not so much. It was decent southern comfort food and this is definitely a place to go if you want to get your drink on and listen to some soulful grooves. The dim lighting gave it an urban speakeasy type feel that was actually kind of nice. The staff here was more than welcoming and were on top of things thoughout the whole night.",
"I'm not WILD for the place, but it's the only open blues jam I know of in the city. (There are plenty of jazz jams, and rock/pop open mics.) Also, I'm an eater. I like to eat. I like food in large quantities, and when my metabolism slows down in a few years, I'm probably going to be pretty obese---and I'm okay with that. I like Chinese buffets, and I love Warmdaddys' all you can eat baby-back ribs. They're pretty good for $10.95.",
"Music was not so good on the night that I ate here - in fact it sucked, it was a boring show on the tvs they had scattered through the restaurant, but my food was GREAT. I'm still dreaming about the tobacco-battered onions on the steak that I had here with mashed potatoes on the side, and I am not a big fan of onions either. \n\nThey moved and I haven't been to their new location by the UA Riverview, but I suggest you get the tobacco-onion dish if they still have it. And park under I-95 for free.",
"this place was a cool blues bar... when i went it happened to be the last night at that particular venue as they were moving locations. \n\nit was packed for a saturday night. the home band was real cool and had a reggae/funk flare to them.\n\nbartender was real nice. totally didn't mind giving me my cocktail side by side w/some tea [i was sick but still trying to party]. i even got some free drink passes from someone in one of the bands in the lineup that night. and took random pictures w/people who asked me to join them. haha. loner out of town girl at the bar makes friends.",
"this place is definitely better for the music and not the food. the food wasn't bad, but it wasn't good either. it was just so so. the complimentary cornbread is ok and fresh and hot out of the oven. my shrimp po boy was just ok. the sweet potato fries are good but they replaced half with regular fries, a bummer. i would call warmdaddy's a blues venue with food, not a restaurant with live blues. it's quite loud when the music is on, so no, it's not a quiet and romantic place. service was so so.",
"You definitely need to check out their Sunday brunch. Live music and a great menu makes for a perfect Sunday afternoon. I went to Warmdaddy's with my husband and father and we had such a great time. Our server was great, very attentive. I had their shrimp and grits for the first course, best I ever had. For my second course I had their sweet potato pancakes bannana foster. All I can say is YUM! I would definitely get them again. I think my dad and my husband would get them too, they couldn't stop eating mine. 5 stars all the way!",
"Should have known by the location (next to a movie theater) that it wouldn't be good. As soon as we got there, for my friends birthday, some members of our party mentioned a certain smell. We never figured out the source of the smell but it wasn't pleasant. The waiter was very nice. It was as if he was overcompensating for the bad food. The only thing that was decent was the fried shrimp. Even the music (live band) was nothing exciting. The whole dining experience was pretty soulless. Not worth the trek out to Columbus blvd. Go elsewhere for real soul food.",
"i went to warmdaddys for the comedy but unfortunately it was cancelled. the food was great very generous portions, the jerk chicken egg roll the best i have had, sweet potatoe fries very good. just hope next time i go the comedy will be on"
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"Got to taste a sample of their food during a food truck rally and definitely was convinced to ordered. We got a mini plate of shoyu chicken it came with white rice and pineapple slaw. The chicken was really nicely juicy and had great flavor, we also got to try the teriyaki beef. Definitely will want to try the kalua pork, macaroni salad and if they are serving it some spam musubi.\n\nTheir website is here: https://www.facebook.com/alohatogo",
"I really enjoyed their Pork sandwiches super delicious will be going back next time I go to the food truck festival :)",
"We usually don't check out food trucks because the lines are usually forever and a day long. Today, the first Cyclovia In Tampa Bay took place in downtown Tampa. There were a handful of food trucks there. One of them included Aloha To Go. Anything Hawaiian catches my eye. \n\nI picked up an order that was huge of three meats - pork, chicken, and beef w rice, cabbage, and macaroni salad for $10. It was super huge for my hubby and I to eat. Had a good flavor that I would recommend to anyone. \n\nThe people working it were so nice and helpful, and also gave me a side of pineapple cole slaw to try. Good food, and anything hawaiian, pineapple, or coconut will get super props. \nwhen you see them around, definitely give them a try.",
"Fresh off the heels of a trip to Hawaii and Okinawa, I was happy to find the Aloha To Go food truck at the Cuban sandwich festival because they have a Hawaiian version of a Cuban sandwich. Ingredients? Kalua pork, SPAM, Swiss cheese, mango pineapple chutney with sriracha mayo on Cuban bread... Absolutely freaking face-melting. This was the best non-traditional version of the sammich I've ever eaten in my life.\n\nIs this item on the menu full time? I don't know, but if not, it should be!\n\nTruck owner is very nice as well. She took time to field my silly questions in the middle of a busy rush without making me feel like I was being inconsiderate.\n\nAnywho, 4 stars for now until I get back to try the Kalua pork and potato salad combo.",
"My husband and I got to try Aloha To Go at the Spring Beer Fling last week. I don't think I've ever had better tacos! Everything is incredibly fresh, flavorful, and reasonably priced. We also had a beef plate which was very tasty as well!",
"This is my first Yelp review and I have created an account just to write it! The food here is amazing. After living in Hawaii for several years it has always been a challenge to find good, local Hawaii'n food. The food here is definitive Ono! The owner is extremely nice as well. I got the combination plate and every item on it was da bomb. If Aloha To Go is in your area, check them out!",
"Aloha Dudes & Dudettes! Hang loose & listen up a bit!!!\n\nAloha Dudes has just opened two weeks ago. You may know them as Aloha To Go & The Dude & His Food Food Trucks.\n\nPut your swim suit on, & your beach trunks, and stop here before you enjoy some Florida Natural Vitamin D.\n\nWe had some great hawaiian eats here like spam musubui, huli huli chicken, kalbi, hawaiian fried rice, hawaiian macaroni salad, and shoya chicken. There's no disappointments here. Just comfort hawaiian food at its best..\n\nJennifer and Misty were there to take care of us. Super sweet and genuine. You will feel right at home. \n\nCheck out the menu I've posted. I know you want it. I see it now.\n\nThe food trucks are still out and about, but now you have a place right on the beach to get your Hawaiian and Philly steak fix.\n\nDon't walk, just run, or surf or paddle board. Do something, anything, but make sure you stop by.",
"Excellent place to eat! Best food we have had since we moved here a year ago. One of owners is actually from Hawaii. Jen and Misty where awesome. Great service. We will be coming back again.",
"Headline: it's going to get better. I'm sure of that. \n\nMe, 2 kids and the wife, stopped in for dinner. It was a mixed bag. The fried rice was great. Loved it. The Kalua pork lacked flavor. The Kalbi was fantastic. Tasty. Tender. Flavorful. The crispy chicken was also awesome. But, our chicken teriyaki was cold and too stringy. They serve it like pulled pork. It's a strange choice. We also grabbed the cheese fries, which were great. \n\nThe portion sizes were huge. We over ordered. For all of the above and 4 drinks it was $50. We could have ordered half and been just fine. Lesson learned. \n\nIf Yelp! allowed for 1/2 stars I would give it 3.5. This place shows a lot of promise.",
"It's hard to find decent Hawaiian grub outside of the islands but \"Aloha To Go\" is pretty dang good! It's also a giant mound of food! They make their own teriyaki sauce in house and it's authentic. Yum! The fried rice is chewy and delicious. The white rice is on par too. You won't go hungry here! They deliver within a 3 mile radius which is rad! Give it a shot, you won't regret it."
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"Yum in my tummy. The restaurant took a while to come back but after Katrina, they had to shell out more dough to renovate the whole place including the roof.\n\nBefore the storm I loved how the owner's brother painted the murals in the bathroom and the walls in the bar and the dining area. He also did the painting of the King, but I think that's gone too.\n\nThe food is excellent and left me sweating and panting for water, if you want it spicy, ask for Thai style, and say it like you mean it.\n\nThe samosa and spring rolls are recommended, as the beef salad, the softshell crab pad thai is off the chain, the spicy fried fish, and the pad woon sen, so many Im tellin ya. I cant have a favorite here. \n\nAlso there is a wine list for you lushes.\n\nParking in rear and front parking lot, cash and credit is accepted, takeout, and family friendly.",
"Lunch here is quick, decently priced, and did I mention quick? \n\nLunch plates here come w/ half of a fried spring roll and a three-bite salad along w/ your entree of choice. It's mad busy here during the week as most folks opt to come here during lunch. \n\nThe tables here are fantastic, sturdy and dark, and REAL WOOD. The rennovation post-Katrina...well, it seems as if espresso brown threw up on the walls and stuck. I'm not a huge fan of two-toned color schemes, but it gives this restaurant a much too dark of a feel. Also, the huge sign is blown out and probably they aren't too bothered to get it redone any time soon.\n\nStaff here is friendly and quick, hurray. Pad thai is always a fave, but they have a few other interesting choices as well (and wacky names): Lava beef, Something Jungle dish. Recently tried the Massaman curry w/ request of tofu instead of meat...and all I got was a ton of fried tofu cubes smothered in sauce....I guess I was hoping for veggies with it too (as that would definitely justify the price tag). \n\nA good place to be especially after shopping all day long next door at Lakeside mall.",
"Finally, I was able to use Yelp as a tourist does...arriving in a strange city with no idea what to do or where to eat and needing advice. The mysterious city was Metairie and since we were combining an airport pickup with a trip to Sears, I thought I would make the most of my trip.\n\nI came up with Cafe Equator...I love Thai food and haven't eaten any in ages so was very excited. Drove up and laughed, because it looked like a Thai Food Denny's from the outside...that same suburban chain restaurant architecture that says \"Ummm, I don't know\" Luckily, looks are deceiving. \n\nStaff was very friendly, waitress sweet and food good. 3 lunch specials, Pad Thai, Tilapia, and yellow curry so we'd get a variety...all good especially the Tilapia. I had to ask for Chili sauce for the Pad Thai...guess my pasty skin looked scared (I go full gusto in Thailand, usually surprising the local street cooks) to them. Once added, the food was as good as I's expect for the price. 3 meals, coffees and green teas: Maybe $32...very fair. \n\nI'm not going to make a trip out to Metairie just to go hear, but on an errand run, it's a great way to make a miserable shopping trip that I am dragged along on a lot more bearable.",
"ordered take-out from them today. while waiting for my food i noticed a sign on the wall saying cafe equator was included in the top 100 thai restaurants in america. this makes me sad because the food was mediocre. their tom kai soup was bland - all coconut, no spice. the pad thai was equally bland. the yellow chicken curry was ok, but a bit heavy on the creamy-ness, not nearly enough curry. not worth a repeat visit. my search for excellent thai continues...",
"One of my favorite restaurants in Metairie. Excellent food and atmosphere. I always get Lava Beef and it is out of this world.",
"i've always hated Thai food but i decided to give it another try. i've never been disappointed with anything i've ordered. the service could use some help though :X putting on a fake smile is obvious if you're rude RIGHT after you leave the table. still, i come here despite that. the food is delicious.\n \nif you're looking for suggestions, i suggest you try the Mint leaf beef salad, Samet tilapia, or the Pad Thai.\n\ndoes being a local make me bias? haha.",
"Service was a little slow tonight. Normally it's better. Past visits were always pleasurable, as was this visit. The ultimate fried rice is a favorite of mine. Got that and some edamame tonight and left full and ready to go to bed. I gave tonight's visit only four stars based on the slower than usual service. Other than that, no complaints.",
"Loved food and service! Thai pad crunchy is gooodoo! Try Equator Fried Rice for great taste and aroma which reminds me of Indian Biryani! Will go back again.",
"Was looking for a good local thai spot in Metairie and decided to hit up this place first from the good reviews here.\n\nGood location, next to Lakeside mall and plenty of parking in the front and back of the restaurant. Inside, the place was clean and had great decor.\n\nService was great and fast.\n\nI loved my thai iced tea and pad thai. The pork dumplings were okay, not the best. I was disappointed with my Tom Yum soup because it did not have the right of spiciness that I like and am used to. I would not recommend the Equator Fried rice though; it was pretty bland and I hate it when they put big pieces of tomato in fried rice.\n\nThe best part of the dinner was the Sticky rice and mango. I might just hit up this place to get that to go. Otherwise, pretty standard for a thai place and prices are kinda high.",
"My first experience with thai when I lived in New Orleans. I can't say I can remember my experience enough to critique the Pad Thai all that much but I do remember one thing.\n\nThis place made me fall in LOVE with Pad Thai.\n\nService I will say though is a bit bland, so don't go in expecting the royal treatment."
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"Red Lobster is Red Lobster - being that it's a chain restaurant, the food quality from location to location doesn't change much.\n\nExpect the usual tasty treats - coconut shrimp and calamari make amazing appetizers.\n\nHowever, the service was abhorrent. The servers made it apparent that refilling our water was a huge inconvenience, and we were promptly shuffled out as soon as we finished our food.\n\nIf you're a Red Lobster fan, the food is on par with other locations, but don't expect good, or even decent service.",
"what can $86.00 buy?\nSteve Madden shoes. a Coach bag (on sale), a week worth of meals at Mcdonalds. peace. love. happiness. \n\nwhat it ended up buying me last night was: \n\n1. an absent-minded waiter who had a habit of disappearing. He brought me Coke when i asked for water. No problem, he apologize and it was fine until i noted the $1.99 charge for coke on my bill. He waited til after we sat down for 15 minute to ask us for our drinks. He gave my friend baked potato when he asked for mashed potato two minutes ago. \n\n2. the food was just \"okay\", which i don't mind if I'm paying $20.00 bucks, but its $86.00!! \n\nWe created our own appetizers of fried clam strips, stuffed mushrooms and fried calamari. The stuffed mushrooms were pretty good with shrimp bits and cheesy goodness. However that was an extra $1.75 charge on a 9.25 price tag. The fried clams were pretty much just fried batter with no taste of clam. Calamari was good for all four pieces. \n\nThen it was salad which is okay, since you can't go wrong with salads. \n\nFor entrees I went for the \"ultimate feast\" - of crab legs, lobster tail, fried shrimp, shrimp scampi and mashed potatos. Surprisingly, the only thing I didn't really like was the mashed potatos which were really bland. \n\nMy friend went for the Lobster Rock tail and Steak. His medium steak came out so well done that it was near crispy. Its texture was semi like chewing gum. $29 dollar chewing gum. His lobster tail, however, was huge but tasted a bit weird. \n\nWe ordered a banana cheesecake to shared and that was merely okay too. \n\n3. the wait. We waited to be served. We waited (for a long time) to place in our order. We waited for our food. We waited for the check. We waited for the waiter to finally come and take our credit card. We waited for him to come back with the credit card. In the end, I wished we had just went to McDonalds for a week instead.",
"The service here has been going down the drain. Its progressivly gotten worse. \n\nI've had good times and bad times but the bad is starting to out weight the good. Service is taking longer and longer at this location each time. During one visit I waited an hour for my food. It was then brought to me looking dry as if it were sitting out for the full our. The manager came over and apologized and paid the bill. \n\nAfter the incident I gave it one last shot. Service is still slow and the food still looks like it has been sitting out. I'd rather drive further to the King of Prussia location where service is much better.",
"Let's just say that the service there is just plain ol HORRIBLE!! Its like everytime i go there, theres like a 3 hr wait and then the food is sucky as CRAP!! I love seafood and i love shirmp sooo much but i would recommend to go to another Red Lobster besides this one on the Roosevelt Blvd.",
"Wow, I'm glad I didn't go on the days the other reviewers went... that said:\n\nhttp://www.redlobster.com/default.asp\nRed Lobster is gonna pretty much be the same Red Lobster anywhere you go - the night I went to this one a couple months ago was a good one (which I'm thankful for because I needed a good atmosphere as I was having the ex sign the divorce papers that night.)\n\nThe food was tasty as to which I'm accustomed - of course I have narrowed my selection at Red Lobster (wherever it may be) down to one entree - Crab Linguini Alfredo - love it. There's never a doubt it will be good, and who doesn't love the cheddar bay biscuits? Throw in a li'l garden salad w/bleu cheese and I'm good to go.\n\nThe service I had here this night was excellent. The waitress (hey, why is it okay to say \"waitress\" but not okay to say \"stewardess\"... or is it... I'm getting sidetracked...) was very attentive, but not overly so, very polite, and on top of everything. She earned a nice tip from me that night. And the ex mentioned quite a few times how pretty she was... (hey, was she trying to tell me something there...) Anyway, while I agree the girl was attractive, I acted as if I didn't really notice... this is what I do...\n\nWe enjoyed our meals, had great service, I got the papers signed, that's at the least a 4 star night, no? I'd definitely go back if I was in Philly, in a Crab Linguini Alfredo mood, and wanted to reminisce on divorce papers... oh wait... no, I'd still go back.",
"The ex took me here again last night (a pre-payment for me to do her taxes this year) and once again, everything was great. It was packed this time, but we didn't wait longer than 15 minutes for a booth - sat at the bar with a couple drinks while we waited. Food came fast and was good as always (the biscuits seemed better than usual even.) I had my usual, it was excellent, and she had a steak. She said it was good, but ha's had better at Outback. The servise was outstanding - the waitress wasn't as cute as the first time, but whaddayagonnado? =)\nWe did happen to be sitting next to quite a loud family though. They were so loud at some points of the night (or I should say the one woman was) that we had to talk above volume to hear the snaps we were laying on her. Ha!",
"I really like red lobster but this one is so ghetto. I know a former server and he thought it was ghetto!",
"Ate here last night with the bf, and surprisingly, it wasn't terrible. We had a great waiter, and my food was pretty good. I only go to Red Lobster for their cheesy biscuits, and I wasn't disappointed.\n\nAlso enjoyed the Peach Bourbon Scallops and Shrimp, surprisingly. This location was clean, the waiter was friendly, and it wasn't overly-crowded.",
"Most time I don't care for this place but I have to say the service was out of this world! Our waitress was on time and happy to do her job. I had to leave her a $20 tip! If your thinking of going here for lunch ask for waitress Patt, you will really enjoy your meal.",
"Nothing is appitizing or enjoyable in this place. Nasty and stupid servers, dirty utenisels, food is either over or undercooked. Waitstaff has not a clue on how to correctly service a table. Loud, rude customers with babies screaming and kids running up and down the aisles.\nMain course is served 2 minutes after the appetizer is placed on the table. Asking if you're done before you've stopped eating so they can get the next person in.\nNever again!"
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"There's a new place to get chicken wings and burgers in the Citrus Park area which is filled with cute and bubbly waitresses wearing outfits which will seem very familiar to guys who like to hang out in sports bars that serve chicken wings and beer.\n\nShow-Me's has opened their first restaurant in Florida, and it's located along Henderson Road, right near Gunn Highway in the Carrollwood / Citrus Park area. Show-Me's sits right out in front of the Super Wal-Mart in a space that until recently housed the Dubliner North, facing onto Henderson Road.\n\nThis sports bar is part of a national franchise based out of Missouri (better known as the \"Show Me\" state), however each location is individually owned and operated. Tonight was their official grand opening, and the place was packed -- both with customers as well as all of the new Show-Me girls who were learning the menu and the tricks of waitressing.\n\nAccording to their website, \"Show-Me's provides their customers with a distinctive dining experience in a fun, relaxed environment delivered by attractive, model quality Show-Me's servers. The casual atmosphere includes a host of large, high definition panel TVs that cover the interior of the restaurant. Other spaces on the walls and ceilings are filled with photos of the servers, some of whom have gone on to modeling and theatrical careers, sports memorabilia, or dollar bills that customers have autographed to commemorate their good time.\"\n\nOK, that sounds pretty cheesy, but the waitresses are very cute and super friendly. The truth is that they serve similar food to most other well-known sports bars, but the place is packed with these monstrous high-def TV screens everywhere that you look. The menu includes the requisite chicken wings, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, soups, and salads with some seafood and chicken dinners. There's a full bar so you can choose to wash things down with a cold draft beer, or a mixed cocktail of your choosing.\n\nI ordered boneless chicken wings in a garlic parmesan sauce and found them to be significantly less greasy than the chicken wings served at ...... You could actually taste the chicken as well as the flavors of the sauce. I added a side of onion rings which were thick sliced and very tasty. Nice meal for the price.\n\nWhile eating, my server stopped by to check on me several times and kept refilling my Diet Pepsi without any prompting. It turns out that she is one of the Corporate Trainers who's in town to help the local staff get up to speed -- very sweet lady by the name of Taryn. A manager by the name of Gavin also stopped by my table, and we got into a conversation about the restaurant chain. He told me that they want to become integrated into the local community, and that I could expect to see them involved in a number of charitable fund-raising efforts once they get established.\n\nAll good news to go with the good food & drinks. Sit indoors in the dining area, or outside under the covered patio. Leave your puritanical whining out in the parking lot, and just come through the front doors and enjoy this place for what it is.",
"I will start off by stating that I understand this is a new establishment. Perhaps there are some kinks to be work out. Our server was nice, but didn't really seem to catch our order. We ordered and all of my items were wrong when delivered. After an attempt to correct part of the order, it was wrong again. We waited a good while for the original order, a while for the corrections, and our drinks sat empty for an awkwardly long time. We waited a long time for our check, which was also bothersome. They weren't super busy so I couldn't figure out why. The wings were \"meh\",and their hotest sauce tasted like tomato paste. My bf ordered a rum amd coke that was served in the tiniest glass we had ever seen. It felt like a cafeteria in the dinning room. It just wasn't a good experience. We were really excited about checking this place out since there isn't alot around here, but not sure we'll be going back. Just glad I didn't order the 19 dollar crab legs.",
"If you like Hooters but really want much worse food than come here. Dreadful meal of grilled tuna on a side salad for $9, dog food level burger, and cardboard French fried. Sorry I spent my appetite here.",
"Came to this sports bar on a Friday after work before catching a movie with my girlfriend, sister and her boyfriend. I was surprised that their ENTIRE concept was a Hooters rip off with substantially lower quality... Everything. We sat outside in hopes of enjoying a few beers and a couple smokes but were again, surprised to find out this \"sports bar\" converted to some kind of off strip Vegas night club. The awful DJ, obnoxiously loud music, laser light show and fog machine really meshed well with the subpar cheeseburgers and awful wings. \n\nWeird, WEIRD place. If I could give 0 stars, I definitely would.",
"I've eaten at Show Me's a million times, but up in St. Louis where the company is from. They were a staple in a few of the now defunct malls during the late 80s and into the 90s. It was their answer to Hooters long before the first Hooters opened up at Union Station Mall in 1992. Being from Tampa though, I always saw Show Me's as nothing more than a watered down, half ass attempt at the Hooters concept. With that in mind, I had some wings and the Sanibel spicy chicken salad today. The wings were just ok, but my salad was pretty good. Tender chicken, mildly spicy and great dressing. \n\nI saw they also have a St. Louis staple on their menu--toasted ravioli! Can't wait to go back and try them because it hard to find them outside of The Lou, and when you do they're always terrible.",
"Good little sports bar, 92 TVs so every seat has a good view. Beer is cold, staff is attentive and friendly, nice atmosphere. The food is good pub/sports bar food so don't expect sushi or a $20 steak. Good place to chill, grab a bite and a brew while you enjoy the views.",
"Ok, this was our second visit. Not impressed at all this time. Will not be back on a Friday afternoon. Music so LOUD you couldn't talk to the person beside you let alone one across the table, we left with headaches. Waitress left items out of the order and brought the appetizer towards the end of our meal. Then weasked for boxes, since she didn't offer and couldn't take a hint with 3 people just sitting and not eating but staring at her. (Couldn't carry on a conversation since the music was so LOUD) She brought the boxes then turned and disappeared so we sat for about 15 minutes until FINALLY some guy walked over and asked if we wanted something, he noticed us looking everywhere for the disappearing waitress. And guess what? Yep, she showed up AFTER he went to get the bill. This visit was a TOTAL FAIL! Sad change from first visit, if this trend continues I feel we will not be visiting often. \n\nSuggestions: \n1. Turn the dang music WAY down, you are a sports bar that serves food NOT a nightclub. \n2. Instead of having a table full of waitress' just sitting while the worst waitress screws up orders instead of working.\n3. And did I mention, turn the dang music DOWN!\n\nGiving a rating of 2 is only due to residual hopes from our first visit.",
"The boneless wings were a little overcooked but still tasted good. The chicken sandwich was good. Had it fried & medium sauce. I will come back again. My only complaint is the ketchup. Its an off brand and too sweet tasting. But our server Vanessa was extremely attentive & personable. I liked her a lot.",
"Horrible service. The inexperience in the staff is ridiculous. AC doesn't work. I asked the server why it was so hot she replied \"because we have so many tvs the AC can't compensate for the heat output lol.",
"This Hooter's knock off, is a far cry from a good sports bar. They might as well put The Dubliner back in, at least the food was edible/delicious.\nDon't attempt to get out of the Tampa heat by going here, it's a refreshing 90 degrees...inside!!!! Turn down the AC and give the football fans some wifi!\nGreasy wings, movie theater style nachos, and bartenders with zero personality (or too much Botox). \nIf it were actually Hooter's, at least a couple of the girls would be cute, with decent boob jobs!"
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"while their tap includes magic hat no.9 (my all-time favorite brew), i can't really say that i like this place all that much. some pluses include: they typically have live entertainment, though its not always the best... they have a ton of tv's to watch whatever game is going on. and good bar food. the minuses: typically way too crowded, and always too loud. don't plan on having much conversation. all in all its a fairly typical sports bar for this area.",
"I'm not a big drinker or much into bars, but I really enjoy Appetites on Main in the summertime. There are 15 tables or so outside, and the atmosphere is very enjoyable. It's a great place for lunch or dinner, but I'll only go when it's warm outside. There aren't many tables inside, and the ones they have inside are very close to the bar. They do have live music, and I have to agree with lee c...it's usually too loud. The exception is when an acoustic gig is playing. In my experience, the music starts around 9pm, so you won't have to deal with loud music until then. It is usually crowded around 6, so the best time to go is around 8ish.\n\nI'd say the food is better than average for a sports bar. They offer a wide variety of sandwiches and appetizers, and I think they are reasonably priced.",
"It gets one more star in the summer when you can sit outside. This bar is smokey and the crowd can be trashy. Personally I think the food is terrible, but they serve it late so sometimes it is convenient. If you do go, go when it is warm out, but don't expect too much of a view, as the \"patio\" is basically a walkway between other stores.",
"Alright, so the other night we were beginning to cook dinner and the lights went off, then on, then off, and then they stayed off. So we dumped out the not quite boiling water for the pasta and headed out to dinner. We selected Appetite's on Main in Exton. Years ago when I worked full-time my department used to call the original Appetite's in Wayne and get order after order of chicken fingers(with real white-meat chicken!) and waffle fries, with a delish honey mustard.\n\nSo we had our 4 year old daughter in tow, and we walked into a pretty smoky place - we sat away from the bar, but it was still kinda smoky - butcha can't worry about everything. I had the ol' chicken fingers and fries, which was $9?!?! That's crazy. My husband had a chicken cheesesteak, which had a mystery item in it - we believe(hope!) it was chicken skin. He enjoyed it after removing the offending bit. My daughter didn't enjoy her grilled cheese(although I did), but had no trouble scarfing some of my chicken fingers. The honey mustard used to be tangy sweet - this time it was just sweet. It needed a bit of dijon to kick it up. The raspberry iced tea was a bit sweet for my taste, but not bad overall.\n\nThe service was very attentive - so good points for that.\n\nOur bill was $39 - for a kids grilled cheese/fries, chicken fingers/french fries and a cheesesteak, oh and one beer. Sigh - that is ridiculous for bar food in the suburbs.\n\nAnd yes, the power was back on when we got home - hurrah!",
"Good bar to sit outside and enjoy the breeze (though the view is nothing much to speak of - the side of another store). Food is overpriced and underquality and the taps are nothing to write home about. Crowded, loud and smoky inside. Lots of TV's if you don't dig conversation. \n\nBasically the same deal as Applebee's or TGI Fridays as far as I'm concerned. If you want better food and outdoor seating head over to Brickside, Kooma or Teca.\n\nBrickside: http://www.yelp.com/biz/brickside-grille-exton#hrid:qmdwOw-KDS-NqNKXNL6FXw\nKooma: http://www.yelp.com/biz/kooma-west-chester#hrid:kSXhg8CHEQLIJ62jKzdN4w\nTeca: http://www.yelp.com/biz/teca-west-chester",
"This is a typical sports bar with \"eh\" food, except it's in the middle of an upscale shopping complex. It's ALWAYS packed and loud. It's not the worst place I've eaten, but is overpriced for what you get. It's nice if you want to just sit outside in the summer, have a beer and a burger, but otherwise, you can do the same thing 10 minutes away in West Chester and get better food for your money.",
"I have never seen a set up reviews so uniformly correct on Yelp. The only great thing about this place is the wonderful outdoor dining area that is charming on a nice night. Unfortunately, I do not like eating outside, nor did I like the smoke (which you can smell from inside this restaurant since the doors are left open and people come in and out often). Although I personally do not enjoy the outdoor dining, it was the only reason I rounded my star rating up to 2. But it barely made the round up. :p \n\nThe noise level was very high, and the place was packed (seriously, it baffles my mind to no end). The tables were tiny, it was barely big enough for 2 takeout containers and 4 cups. By the time we had dessert, we had to eat over our takeout containers, which were hanging half off the table. The service was half decent. Our waitress was very attentive and was not impatient with us even though we asked for more time to order 3 times (we had restaurant.com coupons and had to do some serious math). However, the food was terribly slow getting to us and brought by a random other person and not by our waitress. \n\nNow to lambast the food. My friend ordered shoestring fries and a jumbo chicken steak (no cheese). I tried his food (I know the rule of no 2nd hand reviews :) ), and the fries were not really \"shoestring\" thin in my opinion. About as thick as your average Burger King, McD or Wendy's fries. However, they were fried very nicely and crisp. That is where anything really positive about the food ends. The chicken steak was huge, but the chicken was rather dry and completely not seasoned. \n\nI ordered their chef's special of Italian Sweet Sausage with special aged provolone, roasted peppers and onions. I also ordered a side of sweet potato shoestring fries. The fries (and come on, who doesn't like sweet potato anything?) were mealy, and tasteless. There were no seasonings, not even salt on this. The Italian Sweet Sausage sandwich was similarly and eerily totally tasteless. No, seriously, completely tasteless. The onions and roasted peppers had no taste and were very sloppily wet, which caused the bread to get soggy. Even the cheese wasn't salty. And the big crazy question is how do you screw up sausage?!?!?!? I can't imagine that the sausage was not pre-made. Every sausage I had ever tasted has been extremely salty to me, this had no seasonings and no salt. My dinner companion did not believe me, that the sausage was bad, until I cut off a small piece and let him try it. He was stunned by how tasteless it was. \n\nWe ordered the chef's specialty of waffles and ice cream for dessert. It was HUGE. It had about 6 scoops of ice cream and it was huge. We ran into the 2 people eating next to us later when we ran over to Walmart and they even remarked on how we should have offered to share it with them. Yes, it was that big! Hahaha Unfortunately, this is the perfect dessert for 5 people, none of whom has any taste buds. The ice cream was okay, nothing special. However, there was too much hot fudge and not enough caramel on the sundae. The biggest turnoff though was the waffle. The thing was like a giant dried cookie. There was no softness to the waffle, which to me is the best part of a waffle, and it was stone cold. One had to chip and break off pieces with the spoon. \n\nThe final insult to injury was how expensive everything was. Honestly, there are about a million places that you could get much better food for about 40% less on the price. It needs to be repeated that it completely confounds me as to why so many people eat here. Well, in the future I certainly won't be one of them.",
"This place has a great happy hour that I believe changes on a daily basis. We came to try the cheesesteaks (I'm on a mission to try as many different joints during my 10 day stay in Philly), but the Nola fries were the star. \n\nThe front of the restaurant/bar was packed from fans watching the Eagles game. Fortunately, there was seating in the very back that was much quieter and not so claustrophobic. I guess if your a huge sports fan, this place would be the shiznit. \n\nService was not bad - but could have been better (again, I attribute this to the Eagles game). We ordered the full order of Nola fries - chunks of crab and cheese all over crispy fries. Fries don't get better than this. I'm sorry carne asada fries. I've found a new friend. \n\nThe steaks were pretty good - we ordered the gourmet cheesesteak and a plain chicken cheesesteak. These were large enough to share between 3 hungry people and then some. They came with incredibly addictive housemade potato chips. The tab came out to be 40 bucks. Stick to the Happy Hour menu - cheesesteaks for $5. Happy Hunting.",
"I went here a little while ago. The food was OK. It has that obvious really American style of food, like hamburgers and fries and stuff. It wasn't bad fast food quality but I didn't prefer it. The hamburger tasted really well done, almost burned when I asked for it to be more on the medium-well side, it tasted just too cooked, period. The waitstaff was just OK, they weren't very attentive and not very helpful. \n\nAlso, the outdoor seating is pretty awkward and from what I remember, pretty crowded too. I felt like my outdoor table was so close to everyone else, there was little to no privacy. Also, just to forewarn people who think you'll be getting a better seat outside away from the bar rather than inside, the outdoor seating is not only crowded but all you can see are the cars passing by 40 feet away and all the other stores on Main street.\n\nAnd when we first walked into the place, we weren't even greeted or helped immediately - since I guess because there is a sports bar in the front of it, they were too busy there to bother helping us right away. Oh well.",
"Appetites is great for a place to get a quick bite or to sit outside and enjoy people watching. Yes, it can be loud but it's a lot of fun. I was thrown a surprise party here and the wait staff was great!!\n\nHappy hour is fun and the food is decent - typical pub food, but good."
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"I had a long layover at the Philly Airport and asked the salesperson in one of the shops to recommend a restaurant. She recommended this one. It was a hike from the B to the E concourse, but I happy to get away from the more crowded areas of the airport and chill out somewhere other than a sports bar, that had more food options than the wine bars. \n\nThe decor and ambiance were nice - they were playing really good salsa music at a decent volume. The tortilla chips were disappointing (they just tasted like they came out of a bag from the grocery store), but the salsa was nice (it had that roasted, smoky flavor). I ordered the chicken enchiladas, which were made with all-white meat chicken. I enjoyed them despite the fact that they were very plain and topped with something like a thick cream of chicken soup (Suiza sauce, I guess). They also could have been a bit warmer. The Spanish rice was good; I didn't eat too much of the black beans.\n\nOverall the food was good for an airport. Overpriced, of course. But my waiter was just awful. Again, maybe this is par for the course at an airport. But he basically ruined my meal. He had a very bad attitude from the get-go when I asked him if the bar offered a \"Skinny Margarita\" or anything similar. (I have seen this at a few places!) He looked at me like I was the stupidest, lowest, most annoying person he had ever encountered and scoffed, \"There is only 1 type of margarita. They are made ahead of time.\" Well that makes no sense, because the menu lists about 10 different types of margaritas. I just ended up ordering a mojito, which was pretty good and came with a sugar cane stick. When he brought me my drink he scoffed again, \"Is that all you're having?\" Me: \"Um, no... I'm gonna get food too.\" So weird....\n\nThe server was not Latin. He was from another part of the world where people don't drink a lot of alcohol, so I think he just didn't know how to answer my question, but that's not my fault... I had hoped to linger here for a while and order another drink but due to the poor service I ate quickly, paid, and left.\n\n3 stars for the food... 1 for the service.",
"You're in an airport. You are hungry. Do you:\n\nA) Stock up on a combination of peanut butter crackers, pretzels, and chocolate from the newsstand. \nB) Eat mediocre fast food at jacked up prices at Burger King, Sbarro, or any of the various faux-Asian spots. \nC) Find the closest thing you can to real food. \n\nIf your answer is C, and you're flying Southwest (or anywhere out of E terminal), you're going to eat at Cantina Laredo. It is your option. Accept it. It really isn't a bad option. The tortilla chips and salsa are free and delicious - they are not crappy bagged tortilla chips. They provide nutrition information on the menu and it is actually possible to find something relatively healthy to eat, as long as you are willing to leave half of the food on your plate. Service has generally been OK, although not particularly speedy - which can get a little stressful if you're squeezing in dinner before a flight. Overall, if I weren't trapped in the airport I probably wouldn't eat here - but considering they have a captive audience, they do a good job.",
"I walked in and sat at the bar. Service took forever, and it is super expensive. A salad was 13 bucks. The pint glasses are oversized so I was not sure actually how much I was drinking, and I had to stare at the manager to get a second. I also had to ask for chips and salsa, which seemed to be brought out automatically to others. When I was ready to pay my tab, I had to again stare the bartenders down, mainly because the two of them were arguing with their manager about how they had cleaned behind the wine fridge. While I was waiting, I fished an antiqued lime wedge out from the bar mat in front of me, hoping they would notice this time...so frustrating. After paying my tab, I waited five minutes, hoping to flag down the manager to share my observations, but, surprise, I could not catch her eye.",
"I always seem to trust places that are located on the right-hand side of airport terminals (as you're walking to the end of the terminal) more than their left-hand-side counterparts. No, I'm not secretly a Republican, and although I am a creature of habit and relatively mildly neurotic, it's not really a ritualistic thing. Many places on the left-hand side are better, but they have to do more to prove it to me.\n\nTake Cantina Laredo. I had a singularly decent-to-interesting on-the-go \"meal\" from here. But because it's on the right-hand side, I noticed the lanky Eastern European beauty working the cash register more than I would have noticed her had she been working the place on the left-hand side where I got my soda. In fact, I've forgotten that place's name, but I didn't forget Cantina Laredo.\n\nMaking it out of Philly before Irene hit was stupendous, and I would have gladly gone hungry if that somehow could have aided my escape. Thankfully, I didn't have to, and the breakfast item I had was tasty and not overpriced.",
"Nacho's were decent. You're in Terminal E, it's here, Chickie's & Pete's, or a bunch of crappy options if you want sit down food and not to completely leave the terminal. \n\nYou can definitely do worse with airport food.",
"This was in the Philly airport, i had 3 very large beers and that was it. So I'm a fan because they were large beers (more than a pint). I'll try the food at the Chicago restaurant and let you know.",
"I enjoyed this place. I especially like that they take it serious. It's not just a place to grab something to eat at the airport. Our server was very attentive.\nWhat I didn't like, was the d!ckhead manager who came over grinning to ask if everything was ok and if he could get us anything. My husband asked for a sprite. The manager then interrupted our waiter (who was taking another table's order) and told him we needed a drink. He then went off to hang at the bar, grab a drink and go back to the kitchen. Our server did come back w/ the drink a few minutes later...but um, he asked what HE could get us.\nWhatever, on to the food. I had an appetizer as my meal, which I couldn't finish. Chicken fajita quesadillas. It came w/ sour cream and quac...ummmm. I am not sure if it was slightly burned or chargrilled, but it was good. LOL I ate half and finished the rest on the plane.\nHubs had chicken tacos and black beans, which he devoured. Oh, and chips and salsa came out before we ordered.",
"One word- awful! You're better off eating at Mickey D across the way (or starving on your flight). Calorie counts are posted on the menu offerings which really doesn't help the place. Not that I'm deluding myself into believing that Mexican food is healthy eatings, but I felt guilty even ordering a salad here. If you are desperate for something other than a Big Mac, the guac prepared table side was decent. Skip everything else including the margaritas (ahh who thought I would ever advocate skipping booze)..",
"Got a yogurt granola raspberry parfait from the to go counter for a bit under 5 dollars. It had too much added sugar for my liking. The Turkish woman working at the counter was very nice and courteous. The mexican food served in the dining area looks potentially inviting, but no opinion on that yet",
"You're at the far end of Terminal E so you're likely flying SouthWest or AirTran. You find yourself in desperate need of sustenance and/or an adult libation. You're expectations are low. You are staring right at the MickyD's but they just aren't going to cut it. \n\nYou decide to give these folks a try. Good choice! You'll get Americanized Mexican food served hot and in decent portions. The drinks here are especially strong. You'll pay airport prices but unless your IQ is the same as your shoe size you expected that. You'll have a solid three star experience that gets the job done."
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"They have a diverse selection. Pepe nero was a gustatory sensation with black pepper and olive oil, heretofore only experienced in Rome. Tre vaniglie was good. Very pricey. $4 for a small.",
"Great place to fight back against the Florida heat. \n\nYou can find some unique flavors here. Some flavors will have you scratching your head like \"black pepper & olive oil\". Just ask for a sample that they are happy to give you and you will find out that it is not only interesting but actually quite good.\n\nMy favorite is the two flavor combo of Hazelnut and Pannacotta (wedding cake).... Yummy!",
"Can you really go wrong with gelato?\n\nNo, no you can't.\n\nI'd recommend the brown sugar and chocolate if your sweet tooth is particularly crazed.",
"This is the best gelato I have ever had. The selection is amazing. They have maybe 25 flavors to choose from. Everyone that I have tried has been delicious. The staff is friendly although their looked could best be described as eclectic. I heartily recommend this place.",
"Fabulous gelato. Lots of very unusual flavors. A great destination for a walk in downtown St Petersburg.\n\nIts pricey, but its worth it. The styrofoam tubs are a great value, and you can get some to take home. Its my favorite item to take to a dinner party. Always a hit.",
"I love that this gelateria/caffe actually started in Turin, Italy and was brought over by a family who has a passion for the wonderment that is gelato. They began in Texas, of all places, and are trying to spread the word about their family owned and committed business.\n\nAt this particular location, on a Friday night at 10pm, the place was hopping! Patrons were spread all throughout their patio area and mingling about inside. Including little kids who were capitalizing on the children's seating and toys that help occupy their attention. \n\nThe variety of flavors, whether milk, soy, water or no-sugar added based, is too elaborate to list...think over a hundred variations. But I will list just a few of my favorite choices: Peanut Butter Raspberry Swirl, Brown Sugar Waffle Cone, Texas Ruby Grapefruit and Orange Grande Marnier. They have some very inventive ones as well: Strawberry Black Pepper and Sweet Potato Organic Maple Syrup are just a few of their unique recipes.\n\nAs for the caffe, like any true Italian shop, it's strong and smells wonderful. They sell brewed coffee, espresso, cappuccinos and items that mix coffee and gelato and are poetically called Affogatos. A fun dessert for someone who would enjoy the warmth of the coffee and the cold, creamy deliciousness of the gelato. They are garnished with whipped cream and a biscotti to round out the presentation. Wow!",
"This is probably the best gelato I have had in the states. I have traveled to Italy and tasted many a gelato there as well and I really believe that this place rivals some of the gelaterias in Italy. I've only been there once since it is about a 45 minute drive away but they have so many different flavors. In total I think they have about 300 flavors, on any given day they have around 25-30. My favorites so far are the panna cotta (wedding cake), the pistachio, hazlenut, nutella, and the mixed berry. The pistachio and hazelnut were very fresh. It really had the taste of fresh nuts. The location is great, it's very close to the water and the Vinoy Renaissance Hotel and Baywalk. Its a very cute place to walk around and explore. I will for sure come back here every time I am in this area!",
"I was in St. Petersburg for a long weekend and happened to get a coffee here. It was bangin...(bonus that they used coffee iced cubes - props for quality!). \nThe gelato looked beyond amazing and I am really mad at myself that I forgot to go back and get some before I left.",
"i didn't have paciugo at this location, i had it at the outdoor market in the parking garage in front of the bay by the Hilton. \n\npaciugo was actually my savior after i had a free sample of habanero sauce here at the market. i was dying, it was the worst hot ever. i knew i needed something milky and then i saw it- gelato. i ran to it and told the kind man behind the counter to please give me the sea salt caramel and chocolate fast because of what had happened. he kindly slipped me a sample spoon to heal me as he prepared my cup.\n\nmmmm... the sea salt caramel gelato was so good and different. the saltiness really brought out the caramel flavor and the chocolate chocolate chip was rich and had nice chunks of chip in it. \n\nthe gelato was smooth and full of flavor and i thank those at Paciugo for cooling my burning mouth and satisfying my taste buds.",
"My G/F loves this place she just can't seem to get enough. It very trendy kinda like a strabucks. The view at the one in St. Pete is breathtaking will visit again for sure"
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"First visit. Approx 515p on a Wednesday night the week of the opening. 2 adults, 3 kids 6-10 years old. We live in the neighborhood & have been waiting for Amico's to open. I'm a pizza geek - I consider Joey's/Manny's/Angelo's Picnic Pizza/Sal's to be the best pizza in Nashville but none of them are particularly close to Nolensville.\n\nTheir menu is posted online (their website is very nicely done). Daily lunch specials & coupons available online for dine in or take away. Note that they sell pizza by the slice -- always a good sign of a quality pizza place.\n\nSpace is small but very warm. Nicely decorated, owners are clearly in it for the long haul - quality furnishings. Were quickly seated & ordered a large pizza (half cheese/half pepp), order of spaghetti with meat sauce and a side salad.\n\nSide salad was served with a big basket of garlic rolls - enough for everyone at the table with a few left over. Almost looked like cinammon rolls but with a little garlic/butter finish. Nice snacking while the main courses were being prepared. Salad was a nice size with good ingredients.\n\nPizza arrived after about 10 minutes, spaghetti shortly thereafter. Crust was really excellent - thin, foldable NY style pizza. Pieces of the crust were even a little charred - which I really enjoyed. Pepperoni had good flavor. Cheese had a lot of pull. Solid sauce, cheese & toppings, but for me the crust was the real standout. Looking forward to trying the red pizza & the veggie foccacia options.\n\nOrder of spaghetti was a really large portion - easily would have fed 2. Meat sauce was solid - added red pepper at the table for a nice dish. Some fresh basil zest really helped the dish -- will ask for more basil the next time I order this dish.\n\nPretty wide menu of southern Italian favorites -- I'm looking forward to working through the menu and finding our favorites. They do offer a kids menu for $5 each -- which included a personal size pizza that would definitely feed a 10-12 year old. My kids all loved the pizza -- we finished an XL in the store with no leftovers to take home. \n\nSaw lots of carry out business but the restaurant was also pretty busy the entire time. They do sell beer and are in the process of a license to sell wine by the glass.\n\nIf you live in Nolensville, this is a great option. Keep your tax dollars in town! If you're visiting Nolensville and looking for an option besides Martin's BBQ or Uncle Buds, remember to look for Amico's and/or Oscar's Taco Shop in this same strip mall.",
"I had high expectations for Amico's. Their menu look fantastic, their Web page was professionally designed, and the pictures of their food on Facebook looked delicious. Sadly, I was sorely disappointed.\n\nI called in my order to go, and while attempting to place my order, the individual on the phone put me on hold twice - once to check to see if they could prepare my order to be ready 45 minutes from the time I called (rather than preparing it immediately) and once to get someone else to take my order because she didn't understand what I was saying when I was pronouncing the menu item correctly. For a restaurant that claims to be Italian, I would expect that they could properly pronounce their own menu items. All in all, it took me 3 minutes to place an order for only 2 items.\n\nOnce I arrived, I saw that they were very busy (it was a Friday night, so that is to be expected of any decent restaurant). I hoped that this was an encouraging sign. I went to the counter to pick up my order (which was, thankfully, ready), but they couldn't find my order in the computer. I waited patiently while they rang up other people (one of which had his order incorrectly fulfilled), took phone orders, and otherwise mostly ignored me. Finally, someone asked if I was waiting to pay. I paid for my (now cold) pizza and left.\n\nWhen I got home, I put the pizza in the oven to warm it. After I warmed it sufficiently, it was time to eat. Unfortunately, the pizza was not as nearly as good as I had expected. I ordered a Caprese pizza, which normally has olive oil, garlic, fresh mozzarella, tomato slices, and basil. The pizza from Amico's would have been okay if I had ordered a cheese pizza with garlic and diced tomatoes. The basil was barely sprinkled on the pizza and didn't add any flavor whatsoever. According to their description, it also should have had parsley, which I did not see on the pizza at all. The cheese seemed to be the standard cheese that they use on the rest of the pizzas, not fresh slices of mozzarella, which is what I would expect for the price. The bottom of the crust was also soggy (probably from having to wait so long to pay).\n\nWe also ordered the garlic cheese bread, which was as described, but it wasn't special. I suspect that a low-quality of cheese was used on it.\n\nI do consider myself a bit of a food-snob, but I am usually willing to give a restaurant a second chance if I don't like it on the first try. Sadly, for Amico's, given the poor service and mediocre food, they will not be receiving a second chance from me.",
"We have tried several items on the menu, including the pizza, wings, and several of the hot subs. All of them were excellent and absolutely up to par for a place that bills themselves NY style. I grew up eating NY pizza, in NYC, and this is the closest I have come to it since I have lived in Tennessee. I have posted other reviews for Cool Springs Brewery and while we absolutely enjoy that and love how light it is, this is more genuine than anything I've had in the area. I am very happy that they are in Nolensville and I have heard that echoed by many friends and neighbors. \n\nFor those that are posting about the service, please keep in mind that any new restaurant has growing pains, including this one. I gave them 4 stars vs. 5 b/c the service is not perfect but I also understand that that is the case with any new restaurant and I will continue to patronize them and recommend them to others. If you really don't like it, go back to Jet's or whatever chain you prefer and leave your table open for those that can appreciate good food and want to support locally owned businesses. \n\nOne last note regarding take out, we have tried both and I enjoyed the pizza so much more in-house. If you have not done so, please do.",
"I have eaten their twice.\n\nLoved the food. Swamped both times. Great service once. Not so great the other. Its a brand new restaurant so lets give em a chance to get it worked out.\n\nBTW when I visited another pizza place close by and there was not anyone there - it took twice as long to get Pizza that was even close to Amicos or Pie In The Sky.",
"When it comes to all things Italian this place is a diamond. Service was amazing. The food was amazing. The atmosphere was perfect. The most important of all it was a packed house. You all are my new favorite italian place. You guys blow away the competition. they don't have the capabilities to do what you guys do here. My family is from New York. They were amazed and delighted to have real good food from their home state. Pizza was perfect, Chicken parm was perfect, subs were great, and your calzones were amazing.",
"\"Not Bad for a Mineos #2\"\n Promising, \"Italian\" focused place in Nolensville. I know theres a connection between \"Amicos\" & \"Mineos\" in Cool Springs and I have to say \"Amicos\" is more refined and Italian focused. To be honest, I think \"Mineos\" had a great pizza the first 4 years and then something happened. I will point the finger at the manager for letting quality slip and move on.\n That being said, \"Amicos\" has proven to learn a lesson from that mistake. So far they've been able to turn out great quality NY style pie, pasta, wings and salad.....So Far. It will have to pass the test of time and earn my \"consistency award\" in order to win me over. Good luck pisan!",
"Amico's is amazing. Their marinara is fabulous, sandwiches are huge, pizza is great!",
"Pretty small place. Service was very fast and friendly. Honesly I don't see what the big hype is about this place. The salad was good. The sub was a sub. The pizza was pizza. But that's just me. I enjoyed everything, but I won't go out of my way to stop at Amico's",
"Service was terrible, specifically the manager. Didn't get what we ordered and the food was at best average. Probably won't go again. If you want Italian, there are plenty other better places to eat.",
"4.5 stars actually.\n\nLast night was our second visit and Amico's won our hearts. First visit, we had pizza. It was really good, our server was fun and friendly...great experience. We are delighted because we've recently moved to Nolensville and it's nice to not be stuck with Jet's when we want a quick, close-by pizza fix. \n\nLast night we returned. I had the Amico salad...an amped up Caprese if you will. Caprese plus sun dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts and roasted red peppers. Delicious! My husband had a sandwich they were featurning last night, Italian sausage, roasted peppers, onions and provolone on a perfect roll. He raved (no, he didn't rave...he doesn't rave...but you know what i mean) about how good it was and the sequel was just as good nuked for lunch today!\n\nI wanted something hot to go along with my salad but didn't have the appetite for a full sized entree. Our server suggested a children's pizza and it was absolutely pefect..including the 2 pieces I had for breakfast this morning!\n\nGreat crust, fresh ingredients...friendly, efficient staff...and man are they busy!!\n\nWe love Amico's!"
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"Grumpy's Grill is that great little eatery to go to when what you really want is to be comfortable, know that whatever you decide on will be good and won't break the bank. We discovered this gem a little over a month ago and it has already become a regular dining spot for us. We go once a week or so. The atmosphere is quite nice without being pretentious. The service has been impeccable on each visit thus far. The food is typical for a grill (burgers, wings, sandwiches, soup & salad, chili, etc). But it stands above the rest in its' quality. We've tried something different on each visit and have yet to be disappointed. Especially good so far is the French Onion soup, raspberry chipotle wings and the onion rings. Prices are easy on the wallet and the 2-6 pm happy hour rocks!",
"All wait staff should take their training here. We were never concerned about loosing our waitress in a dark hole. If she was not available someone else was there. I think that three staff members came by to check on us at one point or another. \n\nWe were a difficult table, not intentionally, but our waitress still was excellent. \n\nA neighborhood diner, a place for a quick bite. Perfect.",
"I have gone here a couple of times and thought I should review finally. I have had their wings, Grumpys Nachos, Buffalo Sticks (thin french fries), chicken quesadilla, french dip, mushroom cheese burger and kids mac and cheese (well the last one was my daughter).\n\nPositive: great atmosphere for a bar and grill place, great happy hr (2-6pm), nice staff, locally owned, they make their own green chili that is to die for!, I havent eaten anything there I wouldnt order again, their Buffalo Sticks are AMAZING, very kid friendly and the staff loves kids, get prices\n\nNegative: Ummmm.... nothing that I have encountered yet!",
"Grumpys has become a regular hangout in our famliy. Always great service and delicious food!",
"Funny how we ended up eating here was that we thought there was a different restaurant nearby but we were mistaken. So because we have long liked the name of the place we decided to go. The food was good, not fantabulous but good. I had the hamburger with peanut butter, interesting combo.",
"The name and the logo suggest a gimmicky place, but it's actually a very respectable, comfortable sandwhich/burger place. Great for lunch. Quick service, great quality food, very reasonably priced. Perfect backdrop for conversation.",
"A really nice neighborhood place. The first thing I notice every time I walk in is that the place seems to be filled with regulars. You know, the Cheers - NORM! vibe. That is usually a good sign. The service definitely is good enough and friendly enough that it would promote a \"regular' crowd. Very nice pub type atmosphere, always a food special, and a good selection of sandwiches and meal options. \n\nI recommend this a good hangout if you are searching for one in this neighborhood.",
"some of the worst service and food I have ever received. I went there for breakfast the potatoes were burnt and in the time I was there I only got one cup of coffee I will never go back",
"Their nachos are ridiculously good. The salsa is particularly delicious. I ordered the meatloaf, and the piece was a little small, but it was tasty. Sweet potato fries are a bit limp. The apple pie, though, is amazing.",
"I go there after work to unwind and have a pint. I am always greeted with a genuine hello and a smile they are happy to see me. Their food is great 'pub grub' and reasonably priced! the owner is charming a real nice person :) The staff care about the quality of service and take pride in what they do :) A great little hang out for relaxing and unwinding :)"
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"Gary and I (2/3 of our Dining Trio) have been watching GMG Chinese Bistro prep their space. We finally saw the Grand Opening banner, and happily dined there. The waitress said they've been open for about two weeks now. \n\nThe restaurant is attractive, with marbletop tables, wooden brown chairs, and sage greens and brown tones. The ceiling has a few contemporary touches, with inset domes (no idea how to explain this) that change colors. GMG has a comfy bar area to one side. Looks like they are still finishing the bar wall area.\n\nService was friendly and fast. The menu is an attractive, heavy affair on heavy stock. We liked the variety of choices, but stuck with some traditional dishes to get a feel for their culinary interpretation. We ordered two family dinners, that come with egg roll, soup and crab puff appetizers plus fried rice and the entree. The appetizers took a little long to arrive, but were good. My hot and sour soup could be a little more sour. Gary's wonton soup was very tasty. The entrees arrived on dishes along with a large, attractive \"ball\" of rice. \n\nThe sesame chicken was excellent, with just the right texture and flavor. The cashew chicken was a little less exciting; a bit tasteless and lacking any special vegetables (looked like peas and carrots that come pre-prepared). It could've used more garlic and sauce. The chicken was tender. The fried rice was nicely prepared but simple--not the type of fried rice with lots of veggies and/or pork in it. We took a few photos and will get them out of our cell phone shortly. I would go back, and we enjoyed the ambiance and overall, the food. It is a new place and all new restaurants evolve over time to perfect the nuances that make them special. I can tell that the owner in the front was working very hard at the bar, helping to serve, as well as to greet and seat people. Parking is easy; the restaurant is on the east side, in a strip mall just south of Lambert Lane.",
"I went to their grand opening! It is a very nice place, its new, the service was fast and the waitresses fantastic. The food was excellent quality, their walnut and shrimp was extremely delicious. The place is very clean, very new and the ambiance was great. If I didn't live in Phoenix, I would love to go back there a lot more often! Will definitely come back later when I am in the neighborhood (:",
"Its a solid place for American Chinese food. It is no Old Peking, but very little is. \n\n\nDoing some pre-road trip laundry at the folks' and they suggest getting some chinese take out mom ate here not too long ago and she remembered the less than good chengs experience. So we tried to find a menu for the place and yelp, a place that rhymes with shmurban swoon, and even the companies own site didn't have it. I will cut them some slack as they are brand spanking new. Being the bold and intrepid individuals that we are me and the special lady friend got the orders from the folks and went down there to place a to go order in person. Looked over the menu nothing shocking or \"must try\" so I went with the moo shu pork, the SLF (special lady friend) tried the cantonese chow fun, mom got the happy family (cliche name for a dish ordered by a mom) and dad got his usual cashew chicken. The total order was rounded out with an order of crab puffs, and an order of egg rolls. Heres where the 1st real beef with place creeps in. The person in front of us in line (an older lady) puts in about a $25+ order and they tell her 30 min or so till it is ready and then takes her phone number and sends her on her way. Now I know many of you are think ing well maybe she is a regular but the conversation she had made it clear that she was not. So I was expecting to give her the SLF's phone number and to go squander 30 min until our order was ready but, the helper monkey then says $52 ok well I mean sure I am going to pay anyways so no reallll big deal but she never took the phone number, she didnt clearly indicate how long till it should be done. I dont know if this was due to my bigger order or me being a goofy younger white guy. So several laps around Big 5 next door and about 25 min later we go strolling back over our food is waiting (for how long it was waiting, I dont know) the order taker goes down the order ticket like a check list making sure everything is there then sends us on our way, didnt ask if we wanted chop sitcks or soy sauce. Everything was well packed the crab puffs are packed in a double bag to keep them crispy, hot and to keep oil migration to a minimum. They use plastic containers for the cashew chicken, happy family, and moo shu. The chow fun was in a styrofoam clamshell and the rice was in paper \"chinese food\" containers.\nItem reviews:\nEgg Rolls: they SUCKED they reminded me of small frozen supermarket egg rolls dont order them\nCrab Puffs: GOOD, lots of stuffing, cheesy, not overly crabby, a bit leaky\nCashew Chicken: good example of cashew chicken nothing exceptional\nHappy Family: really good, has every type of meat and vegetable in a brown sauce \nMooShu Pork: good flavor it was really juicy which made for SUPER MESSY hands, they even wrapped the moo shu skins in plastic so they didnt dry out\n\nThe Chow Fun: The reason for only 2 stars if they got this right I would have put 3 down, On the menu it said seafood and then had a list of vegetables that were in the dish but what we got was just noodles and fish bits. The noodles good, the fish bits fresh. But with out the veggies it was just meh,flat, boring and over salted. I believe the veggies must be the rug that ties the room together. I feel this is a mistake that would only occur on a take out order. \n\nBottom line: Cold service(shocking I know), cliche menu of american classics, speedy cooking, and decent flavors. I will chalk up some misgivings to growing pains. I would go back. But when you screw up the most expensive thing ordered well that leaves a figurative/ literal bad taste in my mouth. I hope my next trip there will be better.\n\nAnd seriously do you neeeeeeed to have color changing LED lighting for the ceiling? Didnt sit in the chairs but they didnt look comfortable.",
"Nice addition to the restaurant scene in the NW and a great addition to the Lambert & La Canada group of eateries, Unassuming strip mall storefront opens into a modern, casual interior decor. Nice job guys. The food is great. Nice selection of beers, nothing on tap, but good variety of Japanese bottled beer. Nice cocktail & wine menu. Friendly wait staff. Well done guys!",
"My husband and I went to this beautiful restaurant. Usually when a business opens it has unreasonable menu prices due to cost over runs in building the place.\nThis place is packed with diners and people picking up their take out?? So Soon they have built a great reputation?\nWell everything is perfect.\nThe food, the staff and the atmosphere. The prices are what they should be. The food Not the typical greasy food. We have endured in the Great OV\n Crisp fresh and generous flavorful. Loved sesame chicken,I have had a lot of different dishes.\nThe Mongolian beef tasted gamey. So we don't order beef, no problem.\nI could hear the other tables raving about how\" Lucky Oro Valley Has a New Chinese Restaurant.\"\n GOOD BYE Rancho Vistoso Chinese place with sticky noodles (meat and fish only on top.) twice in the last few months goo noodles.\n\nI will vow to go once a week Or have my husband bring it home.\nI LOVE THIS CLEAN LOVELY PLACE Everything is high end even the décor,\nThis is not a little neighborhood Chinese Café.\n\nI read the other reviews and can't believe it was bashed to a 2 stars.\nMaybe it was an OFF night for the diner or the restaurant?\n\nI am from SF born and raised. \nI have been in the Great Oro Valley 20 years. I know what is around and what is good.\n I only would eat Chinese food in Chinatown or Clement St in San Francisco\n\nI know Good Chinese food.\n Can't find Pork Buns in this town???.",
"After I wrote the review. I begged my husband to get me my fix of Chinese food from GMG.Tried Lemon Chicken with lemon sauce on the side. Sauce too sweet for me. But the fried chicken bites dipped in mustard sent me into ecstasy\nOK if this is my only addiction I'm doing just fine..",
"We went here after all of the hype of a new place to eat in Oro Valley, which frankly is rare. It did not disappoint! The place was clean, staff was friendly, and overall a good atmosphere. The only reason I didn't give it five stars, was because of the paper signs on all of the walls telling you to not move the tables. Overall the food was excellent, plus the complimentary green tea was a nice touch!",
"This place is really good. There isn't too much variety up here in Oro Valley so this was a pleasant addition to the choices. The people are courteous and attentive. Great prices. Good food. \nWill return for sure.",
"Nice new Chinese option up North!! Food was of good quality and quantity. We had takeout.",
"This new Oro Valley Chinese restaurant is the best we've been to in The Tucson area. The 3 families have come together (GMG intials ) to create delicious food. We had the Sesame Chicken, Honey Walnut Prawns, House Fried Rice, and Mongolian Chicken. They were all great! We will return."
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"It was cold & rainy when we decided to head on over to the MacLife parking lot to check out The Kilted Kod. We heard about it some time ago, but the stars finally aligned and we (a) were hungry (b) knew where the red truck was going to be and (c) were nearby. What a stroke of luck for us!\n\nDad & I each ordered the fish & chips. ($7) They also offer chicken, but being the seafood-lovers we are, we might never be inclined to choose that over the fish.\n\nAnyway, each of our containers that we took home contained 5 very nice pieces of delicious & well-seasoned fish and a giant serving of fries. Tartar sauce and a packet of malt vinegar were included.\n\nVery pleased with the very friendly service and the wonderful food. Very good value for the money. We plan on keeping a closer eye on The Kod so we'll find ourselves in its vicinity more often.",
"Absolutely amazing! Delicious good quality fish in generous portions and fresh French fries. A perfect get away from the office. Eat outside at their table and enjoy the sunlight before heading back to the farm.\n\nHighly recommended to anyone and everyone!",
"It's a rating for the Kilted Kod but also a microcosm of the lackluster state of fish and chips in the area. No one here pulls it off to my liking. And barring a pub opening up that's run by and caters to a predominant and demanding British/Irish crowd (yeah, right), I'm saving my money for other meals.\n\nI visited twice early in their existence and criticized them on a different foodie site. Recently errands led me to the Maclife strip mall it usually takes residence in out in the parking lot, and it happened to be there. I figured \"Why not?\" and hoped that the three years that had passed had led to some improvements.\n\nNope. Strike three. This place has the exact same problem as Parrilla Grill. Sounds good. Looks good (I hate it when there's an excessive amount of batter on the fish, but the layer here is kept pretty thin). But bland as all hell. Neither the fish nor the batter did anything for me. Without the ketchup and tartar sauce provided, my taste buds may as well have been hopped up on novocaine when eating here. It takes a certain kind of fish/batter combo to completely neutralize malt vinegar, but the Kilted Kod's managed to make it possible for me. Each time there I've poured excessive amounts of vinegar to elicit taste in the fish but to little avail. I can't fathom trying to survive on the one packet of vinegar provided for takeout. \n\nI guess wanting some hand-cut fries out of a trailer might be asking too much, but in the local hierarchy of frozen fries they're in the average category. I expected higher quality out of a place that only offers three kinds of food.\n\nThey appear to have a good chunk of regulars, and maybe this is considered good quality for Boise by the lifelong locals. But for me this doesn't pass muster. I hate pulling the \"I lived in (insert city here) so I know what good (insert cuisine here) is\" card, but in cases like this it's unavoidable. Living most of my life in a large port city, I was used to a steady diet of either having Alaskan or Icelandic cod at legitimate British/Irish pubs or having whatever was market fresh at a fish market that served fish and chips. So to go from that to my experiences at the Kilted Kod (who is playing off the angle that they're like fish and chips you'd get in Britain) is too much of a dropoff in quality for me. The head guy told me that they use Alaskan cod, but I'll be damned if that's not the most tasteless Alaskan cod I'll ever come across. Admittedly the value of the meal ($7) gave me pause about his statement considering I can pay upwards of over twice that for the same thing in Los Angeles, but I'll take his word for it.\n\nI feel a little bad about this one because they seem like genuinely nice people. But there's been talk here and elsewhere about a lack of good fish and chips in town, and I wanted to throw in my $.02 as I think this holds true, especially if you're a transplant from a larger city and/or a port city. They claim to be the real deal, and that's what intrigued me about them more than any other place that offered fish and chips around here. But it turned out to be fools gold.",
"We had been meaning to try the fish & chips for a long time but it just wasn't working out - we wouldn't have cash, they wouldn't be there... etc. etc. But when it is time, things fall into place. It was rainy and early for dinner rush, yet we were still about no.7 in queue. Had to wait a few minutes in the rain, true, but we were happy with the outcome. Flavorful fish (seasoned batter), crispy fries. $7 for a meal that easily fed two adults. No complaints. In fact, we thought the cod was better than the famous \"Frying Scotsman\"'s version in PDX. And that is a compliment seeing as the Scot's been on TV and TV is the measure of ultimate success. :)",
"Probably the most flavorful fish I've had in a while. The batter was full of great seasonings, and the fish melted in your mouth. $5 got me a nice size lunch. Service is friendly too!",
"Nic: Okay, Nan, what's your rating for the Kilted Kod?\n\nNan: A five plus!\n\nNic: What?? We've never given a five before! Are you sure?\n\nNan: Heck yeah, are you crazy? That food is worth going to jail for! I love the fish, it was perfect. The batter was delicious, I could have just eaten the batter! And I love their fries! Can you order just the fries? I'm passionate about their fries!!\n\nNic: *sigh* Well that's not very informative but okay, I'll fill in the rest. Third pounder of fish and fries are $8. That's three pieces of fish and plenty of fries for two, (but maybe not if you go with Nan). Cash only. Fish is battered and fried fresh so you have a little bit of a wait, but the staff is kind enough to holler for you while you wait in your car. Is it perfect? Perfect enough.",
"In the last year this place went from being my absolute favorite food truck to a place I only return when the mood strikes. \n\nSometime in the last year and a half, they changed something about the way they do their fish. The portions got standardized and smaller. Where we used to get random chunks of fish (some big, some small), now they're 'tube shaped' for lack of a better description. The flavor of the fried batter seems to be seasoned less also.\n\nThe portion sizes could be adjusted. I feel like if they gave me half as many fries and one more piece of fish, I'd love it. Because let's be honest, the most important part of \"fish and chips\" are the \"fish\". The chips are filler.",
"Ok, I'm giving 5 stars because I think these guys deserve higher than their current rating. With that said, you really will get a good plate of fish and chips here. Is it the best I've ever had? No, but its solid. The portion is very generous for the price and its always served with a smile. Expect to wait in line if you get there on your lunch hour. We've been enjoying Kilted Cod for several years now and on our most recent visit it seemed like they may have changed their batter? It was still good but I think we liked it better before. All in all, if you have a fried fish craving, you can count on this place to deliver.",
"Made it to the kilted kod for Thursday lunch with work friends. Great meal. Authentic and as close to the UK you can get without the jet lag.",
"Finally found good Fish and Chips in Idaho! First time eating from a food truck but after several disappointing tries at reputable restaurants decided it couldn't hurt. (Admittedly, I am particular - accustomed to Fish and Chips in London.) We found the food hot, the fish fresh, and the fries just right crunchy. Try the fish chowder. What you think are lots of potatoes turns out to be chunks of fish. Love it and will go again as soon as the craving hits. Note: the truck moves around every day so be sure to follow their changing schedule."
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"It's more of the same at the new Peg's Glorified Ham and Eggs in Sparks, and that's good news.\nThe family-owned business opened its fourth location in Sparks and the good news is that it is as good as the other three locations. It is a breakfast and lunch place. For my first meal there, I got a simple order of a short stack of pancakes with scrambled eggs and bacon. The bacon was first rate, it's really hard to mess up scrambled eggs and the pancakes were wonderful. As far as I could tell, they were made from scratch, not from a mix. And perfectly cooked.\nService was wonderful, but of course I was about the only customer in the restaurant when I got there on Thursday. Others arrived by the time I left.\nPeg's has a great forumula of making as much as possible instead of going to the Sysco route and it shows in the quality of food. I suspect this will also become as popular as other Peg's locations.",
"As a regular at the NW location, we had to visit the new one. Once again we were greeted upon our entry. Because the location is so new, we were seated pretty quickly (I didn't phone ahead like normal) and our waitress came right over. I had the huevos rancheros again and my wife ordered an omelette. \n\nOur food came out really, pretty quickly! They were busy but like the NW location, efficient! My order was more than excellent! The pico and beans were fresh and tasted great. I ordered fruit instead of starch and it came as strawberries, grapes and melon. I wanted to mention this because I've been given a tiny bowl of tasteless melon at another popular breakfast place. My wife's omelette was done perfectly! She always dreads ordering one elswhere because it has a tendency to come out undone in the middle.\n\nOne of the owners was in there and we made sure to say, \"Hi,\" and tell Jewell that she had another winner!",
"What a gem! We were on vacation in Reno and needed to stop for breakfast on our way to Scheels in Sparks, googled breakfasts and this place kept showing up everywhere, so we thought we'd try it out! We couldn't have been happier! This place was popping with customers on a Monday morning, we even had to sit at the kitchen counter if we didn't want to wait for a booth. I was hesitant to sit there at first, but boy am I glad we did! The food was FANTASTIC and so was all of the staff! Every person was incredibly friendly and more than willing to help if we needed anything. Prices were great, the only problem was that we had the hardest time deciding what to order because we kept seeing all the plates coming out of the kitchen and everything looked SO yummy! I will definitely be eating here the next time we're in the Reno/Sparks area, just wish we had one here at home in Sacramento!!",
"My wife and I had eaten at Peg's in South Reno so we were excited to try new Peg's in our home town of Sparks. It was not disappointed. It was awesome. My wife had the oatmeal and was very happy with it. I had the Chicken Fried Steak. I'm a Chicken Fried Steak nut and evaluate any new place by their Chicken Fried Steak. I would have to say it was one of the best I've ever had. The food was great. My wife and I will be regulars.",
"This is another place where I wasn't sure what to expect. They've started expanding, and this is the new location of one of the local standards. I loved that we only had to wait a couple minutes for our table. The staff was very friendly. The two managers even stopped by our table and talked to us for a little while, asking how we liked it and being very open to minor suggestions.\n\nThe food was decent - but really for this place - the 4 stars hinges around the very friendly staff.",
"First time here the other day and boy were we impressed. Great portions, great food! I had an open faced steak sandwich with mushrooms and onions and a cranberry juice while my lady got a half order of biscuits and gravy with poached egg. Everything was outrageous! My steak sandwich was perfectly cooked with tasty mushrooms and onions galore. The little woman's biscuits were of mammoth proportions and smothered in heaps of tasty gravy. Her poached egg was absolutely perfect (her words). It was a tad pricey, breakfast for 2 wound up costing just under $35 with no leftovers but the quality was there so I would absolutely go back for sure!",
"This is how a store should be run. We tried two different locations two days in a row and both stores seemed to be run the same.\nWhen the front door opens, someone (without fail) nicely greets the customer.\nThe wait staff is run like a textbook on service. You can teach your staff to do all the things the wait staff here does..But you can't teach caring. these people either care very much or they are good actors. I can't tell and I don't care. I felt important and cared for!\nThe food is good as well. Not gourmet, but good.\nSteak and eggs had a very nice chunk of that was twice as thick as most places.. The chili Relleno was the best I have ever had at a non Mexican store. Food came out well seasoned and fast.",
"I was never much of a breakfast guy. The USMC will cure you of that inside of six months!\n\nHowever, when you want the \"perfect breakfast\", the only place in town is Peg's!\n\nThe Sierra Skillet has to be the best breakfast dish I have ever had in my life! \n\nThe staff is friendly and goes out of their way.\n\nThe only downside is the long lines, waiting, etc. but you seem to forget that the minute you're seated!",
"Being in the biggest little city in the world, let's face it - really good places to have breakfast at are very slim. That being said, Peg's is definitely the place to go too.\n\nThere are four locations in the area, this was my third one. The food is consistently good! Each location I came too, there were lines out the door. This place is never empty. \n\nAlthough the wait sucked, I loved how attentive and polite the staff were. I am pretty simple, so for breakfast I usually order steel cut oatmeal with bananas. Delicious and warmed me up! They also offer Hawaiian breakfast too, we opted for the loco moco (hamburger patties, eggs, smoothered brown gravy with a side of macaronni salad - heavenly goodness! Portions were plentiful! \n\nOverall, any Peg's locations that you may choose to go to, you will not be disappointed.",
"It's ok. Service was very good but I don't know what the big deal is about this place. Food is not good, I prefer Jack's cafe a zillion times more. I had the huevos rancheros breakfast & it was blah.... Not coming back!"
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"When you walk into a place and they have a handwritten \"Gentlemen: No Tank Tops No Bandannas Allowed\" sign taped to the door, you really should just pivot on your heel and head elsewhere! But, nooo - I have to give every place a chance. Arg. Strike 2 was the fact that no one in the place was under 75.. Again, I trudged forth like a food soldier. More strikes to follow...Warning: this is a total bitchfest, lol.\n\nAfter we sat down and waited 10-12 minutes for our waitress to realize we existed, we ordered drinks and food (I ordered the salad topped w shrimp and scallops in a tequila lime dressing; my man ordered a grilled \"balsamic\" chicken sandwich the waitress recommended). I looked around and noticed everyone around me was eating heaping plates of spaghetti with meatballs... Wondered how the whole non-pasta thing was going to turn out.\n\nSo.. his sandwich comes, and it smells like feet. Odd.. But I'm like well maybe it's the provolone? Then, it has no balsamic anything on it. Waitress said she didn't know what it typically was cooked in, but that she would bring a side of balsamic reduction (this turned out to be a sugary mess). \nMeanwhile, my salad was SO bizarre. Poached shrimp and scallops over romaine.. raw broccoli, cold roasted peppers, and carrot sticks (like the ones that come with your buffalo wings!). I was hungry so I'm like.. Whatever. THen I taste my dressing, and it literally tasted like key lime pie. It was kind of funny. So THEN I ask for just plain old red wine and vinager, which the waitress brings out just as I discover that... \n\nTHEY HAVENT CLEANED ANY OF THE SHRIMP (tail off so you usually think they would clean them). I think they caught my shrimp right after Spring Break, boy were they narrrsty! I pointed out how gross this was, and they took it away with a sort of pissy attitude, asking if I wanted something else? I'm like.. well, I'm kinda gonna call it a day since my stomach has been nearly turned inside out.. But thanks! \n\nNo excessive apologies.. Just a matter of fact attitude like as though I'm crazy. \n\nGo to Peppers the next time you have a hankering for poo-shrimp in key lime custard sauce!!",
"This place has good Italian food, not to mention a good pork sandwich with hot peppers (which is what I order from there most often). I am seldom disappointed by their food or their service. And I have been there on nights when there were plenty of people under 75... way under 75. For someone in their 20s or early 30s looking for a place that has good nightlife, this may not be the first choice... but they have occasional live music there so it has its moments.\n\nGive it a shot!",
"Went with group for NYE dinner and had great service and very reasonable pricing (I thought)... some meals were great and some were average... mine was the seafood special and although plenty of food, rather plain... needed some tarter or cocktail sauce and would have been pretty good... my date's veal special was terrific... Then desert! Only needed one! The chocolate cake was not only great, it was HUGE! We added some ice cream and split one piece between the 8 of us... Anyway a fun time was had by all.",
"This Italian restaurant cooks up an okay meal, but it's more fun as a hangout. They're open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, and have decent happy hour specials - weekdays 5 to 7 PM they bring out food, and there's $1 off liquor; a shot of vodka was about $4.25 if I remember right.\n\nTheir interior is comfortably finished, with tiled and carpeted floors. On the way to the rear dining room, there's an open kitchen. Plenty of seating's about, and there's large bar for relaxing. A pool table sits in a corner, and multiple flat screens keep eyes busy. Darts and a jukebox round out this spot. (Need privacy? Private dining rooms are available.)\n\nYes, they have food: I've had their penne with roasted peppers ($9.50) with chicken and marinara sauce. It's not bad, takes almost no time to prep (10 minutes) and comes out piping hot. Don't like meat? They have a vegetarian lasagna special ($8.95) and a fried flounder platter with fries and broccoli ($9.95). Sandwiches look less expensive, at $7-$8.\n\nFriendly service - thanks to Louisa and others for putting up with me!",
"Not the most glamorous place in the world but it has its charm. The place is huge and i'm not sure about the pricing because we came for a rehearsal dinner. There were about 40 people there and I really liked their private dining area. It is close to where you enter (like straight ahead) and all windows so you can see everything around you but you feel sectioned off because there is a door that closes. The fi's favorite part was this game in the back. It is 'the claw' game but instead of grabbing a toy or stuffed animal with the claw you can get a lobster.\n\nOur waiters and waitresses were extremely friendly and attentive. We got there a bit late because of traffic but our waiter was super fast with our order and drinks. Speaking of our order...kind of really lacked flavor. That is my only complaint. Just boring ol' pasta with slightly overcooked veggies.\n\nAnyway, fun place to hang out and totally kid friendly.",
"Been here a couple of times, a decent but unspecatular place. Food is just okay, not awful but nothing to write home about. Simple Italian fare, nothing really stands out as spectacular or superb, so I won't recommend any one dish. Bar in the back can be interesting for people watching. Quite a cross section of KoP residents.",
"Had a birthday party here food and service was good but set up in time for promised time to start was poor and manager was not very concerned. Next day I called owner instead of an apology for the confusion he immediately became defensive. Too bad all I wanted was an I'm sorry we are planning a birthday party for dec and feb and it won't be. At peppers",
"Peppers is split between two sections: half Italian restaurant up front with table clothes and dessert trays and a tiny window allowing you to see into the kitchen, and half large, and spacious bar to hang out in in the back. The bar area has a pool table and dart board, and several tables to dine at, or simply to hang out with friends and get a little sloshed in the middle of the week. \n\nI have never dined in the traditional restaurant dining area. However, I have sat at the bar, and at bar tables more times than I could try to count. The food has always been good, every time. Nothing has ever came close to blowing me away, but nothing has ever been under/over cooked, tasted bad, looked off, etc. I stick with the (large) sandwiches, (very large) pasta dishes, and wings are pretty good. Prices are decent; you'll spend 7-10 for sandwiches, 11-17 for most pasta dishes, 16-20 for most entrees. Everything I've had can be easily portioned into two dishes though.\n\nService is hardly ever really good though. There are always three bartenders there, even on a slow Monday nights when I'm most often there, for maybe 25ish seats at the bar. And service is, at best, not too bad, and just always seems on the apathetic side. As if, they'd like it if you were happy.. but wouldn't get upset if you weren't, know what I mean? And keep in mind I've been coming here for years, tipping 20% at the very least, with the same bar staff in place every time. \n\nSo to recap what I've said so far.. Peppers is \"good,\" \"decent,\" \"apathetic,\" and \"not too bad.\" This is a place to go if you are a local in need of a nicer meal than Michaels deli located in the same shopping center, and don't want to pay more than $50 for two. But also to recap, I've been coming here for years, despite the less than stellar times.",
"I have been here twice. Both times I had the same thing, but it was consistent and good. I ordered angle hair pasta with garlic and olive oil. It's not on the menu, but they made it for me. The last time we were there, the service was a little slow, but I would still go back. I don't like to be rushed when I go out to eat anyway!\n\nThe ambience is nice. They have a really nice bar area. It's also very clean!",
"For an Italian Eatery, the food is not that good. I've been there a few times, sandwiches are pretty good, I got manicotti....I've had better frozen. We went this week for a happy hour and we got the Appetizer Sampler. What a joke. Calamari was greasy, chicken fingers were super small and very very well done, mozz sticks were practically raw. Sad part is it took forever and wasn't busy at all. I won't go there for food anymore, just for the bar."
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"We had a great experience at Coopers Hawk. The waitress was very knowledgeable on the wine and food options. I like red wine and had a red wine flight option that included 4 red wine choices of 3 ounces a piece. The pretzel bread was excellent. The salad wedge was good with a tasty dressing.For an appetizer we had the mexican shrimp, shrimp wrapped in bacon on guacamole. This was good as well but a bit expensive,12 dollars for 5 small pieces. For the meal I had the crusted filet medallions with pistachio crusted grouper that came with vegetables and mashed potatoes. It was incredible. For dessert we split the chocolate cake, it was amazing also. There is a wine tasting area and you can buy any of their wines with a wine of the month club option. The restaurant is definitely a bit pricey but well worth it. I would certainly recommend this, especially the wine lovers out there.",
"My husband and I were totally impressed with both the food and the dining experience at Cooper's Hawk on New Year's Eve. It all began and ended with our awesome server Sara. She was friendly without being pushy, very patient with answering questions on a high-volume night, and very knowledgeable. \n\nOur bottle of Riesling was delicious and reasonably priced. My special of two Parmesan-crusted steak medallions and a lobster tail was excellent and my husband really liked his steak. Even with the wine, an appetizer, and two desserts, our bill was around $100-not bad at all for New Year's Eve. The menu has a variety of lower-priced entrees, flatbreads, salads, and burgers, so you could eat there pretty reasonably.\n\nI am really looking forward to going back for a wine tasting soon.",
"Great evening of wine sampling to decide what wine to order with our dinner followed by and array of appetizers that were all great but the Mexican Drunken Shrimp were delectable. Tried the flatbread, chopped caesar pesto salad, shrimp and lobster bisque, and a little of what ever my other guests would share:) All were wonderful and going back tonight for some more. Our waitress was very sweet as we were a group of old friends wanting pictures together and she was so accommodating. This is a great addition to the Town and Country area.",
"3.5 stars. Went here last night with my husband and another couple. I called 2 nights ahead of time to make a reservation. Was placed on hold for over 5 minutes, and finally called back and talked to someone, who was pleasant and took my reservation.\n\nFast forward to Saturday night. Upon arriving to the restaurant, we were all offered a taste of a wine, which I thought was a nice touch. I walk up to the hostess stand to let them know we had arrived, and our reservation was nowhere to be found (and I should note there was another person up there at the same time who was in the same situation, and I heard the hostesses talking about a third party with the same issue). Luckily for us, they were still able to find a table for us immediately.\n\nOur server came over to take drink orders and advised we could try any wines that we would like to before deciding on one to order. She did also warn that the bar was very busy. The guys ordered mixed drinks, and me and the other girl requested tastes of two different wines. It took a very long time for the drinks to arrive. In the meantime, the other couple ordered a couple of appetizers and I decided to order a cheese plate with the wine pairing (in retrospect, this was not my smartest move, given the server's comment about the bar being very busy). They brought my cheese plate out at the same time as the other appetizers, but we waited at LEAST 15 more minutes before the wine pairings arrived. Why on Earth would you serve the cheese without the wine it is meant to be paired with? Then our main courses arrived 2 minutes after the wine pairings did. So there went that.\n\nThe food was excellent, we all really liked what we ordered. Our server (and really, everyone we encountered there) was friendly. I just think they have some things that they need to work out. I look forward to returning and hopefully being able to give them a higher Yelp rating at that time.",
"Cooper's Hawk Winery is an awesome new addition to the Town and Country area. \n\nIt's in a very nice area right next to The Whole Foods. Don't let the strip mall location fool you because the interior is very classy. The front part is set up like a store with plenty of wine and accessories to purchase. \n\nThere are two separate areas to eat at. One that, I think, is reservation only and another that is designated for walk-ups. The reservation only area is a little nicer but not a huge difference. \n\nThe service here was amazing from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. The wait staff is super friendly and really go the extra mile. \n\nThe food was great, too. Don't do what I did and just get a burger (What? I was craving one) because that's not why you go here. They have a very diverse (in price, too) menu and tons of great options. My burger was fine, nothing special. But I had a bite of my girlfriend's veggie sandwich and it was AMAZING. I normally stay away from stuff without meat but this thing was very very good. \n\nOne of my favorite features of CH is that they keep a barrel of blended red wine in store that you can order a glass from. It's constantly changing flavor as it ages and more wine is added so it tastes different over time. It was very good and extremely smooth. I've never had wine straight from the barrel! It was really cool. \n\nYou should check out Cooper's Hawk if you are looking for fine dining or a casual meal. It's great for both.",
"Was anxious to try this new restaurant-part of a small chain from the Chicago area. They produce their own wines and have extensive wine list. Tasting area in lobby but we were given generous samples of wine at our table. I tasted my husbands appetizer of Mexican Drunken shrimp (recommended by the waitress). Could have been a meal in itself. Appetizer house salad boring. Entree was Short Rib Risotto (again recommended). A strange combination but it totally worked together. Tasted the dessert Banana Caramel Ice Cream Ssndwich which was one of the best and unique desserts I have had. Service was very good-attentive and knowledgeable. Very diverse menu with a lighter fare section and \"lunch size entrees\". Bread is pretzel roll which was a fun and different option",
"In the interest of combatting \"grade inflation,\" I give Cooper's Hawk a good, solid, respectable 3, to reflect the definition of \"A-OK.\"\n\nA group of 4 went to Cooper's Hawk for a Sunday dinner on the MLK weekend. The place was busy, so reservations seem to be a must.\n\nThe dining room is attractive and comfortable, in a sleek, warm-modern way. There are plenty of tables, and we saw many large groups. The place is noisy---like so many restaurants, so keep that in mind if that's a concern for you. I probably would only take my parents here for lunch or an early dinner.\n\nThe server was friendly and competent. When taking our drink order, she asked if we had sampled any wines in the front of the restaurant. What? How did we miss that? Was it a fail on our part? We certainly weren't directed as such. Still, she brought some tastes to us at the table, which did help us order. I don't think I would have selected the sauvignon blanc gewurtztraminer, the wine of the month, had I not been given the opportunity to taste it. (On a side note, we were told that we could purchase the wine of the month by the bottle, IF we were members of their wine club. I sorta felt like I was getting the time share schpiel.) \n\nThe food was nice---I thoroughly enjoyed the pistachio encrusted grouper but the mashed potato side was just wayyyyy too rich. They didn't complement the fish at all. And, while I enjoyed my chopped pesto caesar salad, others at the table did not like the chopped presentation. My husband raved about his spicy pasta. Friends loved their short rib risotto and banana bread ice cream sandwich.\n\nSo, why the three stars? Well, there are just so many good restaurants around, and I think I'd rather go to Prasino in St. Charles or Edgewild in Chesterfield. That said, I'll likely give this spot another chance, perhaps for lunch.",
"Good (new) space, but don't go for the wine...maybe not the food?\nFor all the hype, it was really a let-down. Our server was overwhelmed and largely ignorant about wine in general. I'm in the Wine Biz and we tasted at least 9 wines, none of which had any finish and bore little resemblance to the named varietal. I'd compare it to \"grocery store\" wine, or what you get when you order a glass of \"house\" red or white at a local Beer tavern (order /the Beer!).\nThe food was good and bad: We went w/4 friends; 2 of whom were disappointed [again]. The presentation was ok, but the Chopped Wedge Salad was \"the worst ever\", and the Pretzel-crusted topping on the Pork Medallions was too salty to eat. The Fish & Chips were ok, Braised Short Ribs were very good, but they could have used a piece of parsley (?) for color.\nToo many other good places to go back......",
"Went here for lunch on a Sunday, after a playdate at Myseum, which is across the street--went at 1pm, and the place was largely empty. The good: (1) Kid-friendly, though given the price-point of the place, I would not take my 4 year old there other than for lunch. Typical paper kid's menu with crayons, plastic cup, etc. The chicken tenders and fries looked and tasted like that from any chain (Red Robin came immediately to mind) but given the pickiness of my daughter, that was fine; (2) Husband raved over his steak medallions and veggies from the \"fit menu\"; (3) the juicy chocolate covered strawberry for dessert (included with my daughter's meal; $3 each otherwise); (4) the included pretzel bread with butter was yummy; and (5) service was attentive and friendly. The bad: (1) Red-wine braised short ribs--while they were properly cooked, they were served swimming in what was seriously just a half inch of grease/ fat--it was as if someone skimmed the fat off the cooking liquid, but then served the wrong container! They also had no discernable red wine flavor. The potatos were greasy, being soaked in the fat, and tasted more like boiled potatoes, rather the rich taste/ texture I expected from the cream and butter description. They also had a ratio of almost half peel to potato (red and russet, I think); (2) the price-point. $80 (included tip, one extra strawberry, and no wine) was insane for lunch and the amount of food provided. There were a few cheaper lunch options on the menu, but minimal choices and not that varied; (3) the ambiance was odd--space itself was pretty, but the tables and chairs could be plucked from any chain restaraunt. Bottom line--if you want a more upscale dining experience that is kid friendly, try this place out. The wine tasting bar in the front looked like it could be fun too. For us, we're not in Town & Country very often, and I can't imagine making this place a priority when we are.",
"I was glad to hear that Cooper's Hawk opened up a location in St. Louis. Our Chicagoland friends always talk about this place.\n\nWe came here with another couple, and made reservations rather early.. 5:15 PM. When we got there it was pretty empty, but come about 5:45-6:00 PM it was completely full. \n\nOur waittress greeted us prompty, and offered a variety of wine samplings, and was very patient when we were a bit indecisive. We opted to go with a bottle of the Cooper's Hawk Red Blend (4.5/5). We really enjoyed it, and it was one of the more economical bottles on the menu which was a plus. It was also served with a very cool upside down decanter. It took up a bit of space on the table, but it was very cool, and I prefer my red wine decanted. Sarah and I got the Mexican Drunken Shrimp for our appetizer (5/5). They were nice sized shrimp, and cooked perfectly. I really loved the Tequila Lime Butter sauce that came with them also.\n\nOur friends decided to order the Cooper's Hawk Sampler as their main entree, since they typically don't eat a ton. They thought the potstickers, Calamari, and Crab Cakes were great, but didn't much care for the egg rolls.\n\nI got the Churrasco Grilled Steak (4/5). I loved the Chimichurri rub on the steak, and the cilantro lime aioli was awesome. The skirt steak itself was pretty standard, but it was cooked very well. I also really liked the Parmesan fries.\n\nSarah got the Anne's Chicken Saltimbocca. (4/5) She really thought it had a good flavor, and she loves just about any pasta with a lemon sauce. She was really made at me for accidently leaving the leftovers on the front counter when I was picking up a bottle of wine. Whoops!\n\nNow to my favorite part of most any meal... the dessert. Our friends got us each a Chocolate Covered Strawberry (5/5). They were perfect, and decorated like little tuxedos. Very nice touch, and very delicious. We both got a slice of the Cooper's Hawk Chocolate Cake (5/5). It was one of the best chocolate cakes I have had anywhere. It was moist, rich, and huge. It came with some vanilla bean ice cream also, which was a very nice addition. Normally I don't do ice cream with my cake, but this worked great.\n\nAll in all, this was a good place to have a nice dinner. It was pretty expensive however, so I don't think it will be a regular place, but that saved for the times I have a bit of extra cash and want a nice dinner out."
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"I hadn't been here for a long time. I had the cowboy steak (14.95), didn't remember the food being much better than so-so here, but man, it was great! Slightly charred on the outside and pink/reddish in the middle... so good. Take people from out of town here and have them wear an old tie, they do the thing where they make a big deal out of it and cut it off.",
"This restaurant is situated inside the Trail Dust Town- a recreation of the old west... Its a steak house- but we went here for their bbq ribs...a little on the dry side but the setting/ambiance makes this a fun worthy visit.",
"Fun for the whole family and still a decent price. They move you in and out fast and the steaks are good. Enjoy a gun fight or a train ride in trail dust town.",
"Used to go here all the time before the military stationed us abroad. Came back after 10 years to find that it had changed drastically and it was awful. They took so many choices OFF the menu that they used to have and the kids menu is terrible. My kids actually got a bag of Frito's w/ their meal. We won't go to Pinnacle Peak anymore. If you're looking for JUST A STEAK to eat and nothing else, then it's good but god help you if you want a decent side dish to go w/ it or something for your kids to enjoy.",
"Steak and Ribs with that Western Flare you'd expect from the Ol' West! YaaaHoooo! \n\nThis is THE PLACE for steak! or Ribs! The prices are unbelievably moderate for what you get, and the atmosphere---Well, let's put it like this----True Western Style To-A-Tee! There is a western town (Trail Dust Town), that surrounds the restaurant. There's a people carrying locomotive train to trip around the property, and there is an honest to goodness Western Stunt Show! Take the kids, the Grandparents, the whole Tribe! and have yourself a kickin' time and great western fare for a terrific price. You will not regret it in their worst day or yours!\n\nThey can accommodate parties from one person, up to approximately 600 people! WoooHooo!\n\nThere is the Silver Dollar Saloon serving beer or cocktails and NO TIES ALLOWED in the restaurant! \n\nThe stunt shows are on Sunday through Thursday evenings 6:30 & 7:30, Fri-Sat @6:30, 7:30 & 8:30. (No Admission Charge)\n\n The Steak House is open: Mon-Thur 5pm to 9pm, Fri-Sat 4:30pm to 10pm, Sunday 4:30pm to 9pm.\n\nI would say \"Bone That's Petite!\" but there is nothing petite about this place, or what they serve. So Five Stars! Straight up!",
"So.\n\nAfter the 'loaks told me about this place and I did my research I was quite surprised to find that it's very similar to the Trail Dust Steakhouse in Denver and Dallas. \n\nLook at the two's menus, they're IDENTICAL, all the way down to the \"Cowboy and Cowgirl\" steak names.\n\nMy steak (The Cowgirl) was fantastic, and reminded me of days of growing up back in the Rockies, the Ranch on the salad was awesome too (not too thick and just a tad runny with that oh so awesome tart flavor).\n\nI didn't like though how bread was served un-toasted as the TrailDust serves theirs though. \n\nThe \"TrailDust Town\" was cute, however it's very touristy.",
"Very Fun steak house in a fake old fashioned town. \n\nFood isn't that great and the prices are a little high, but you are not really going there for the best food in the world. \n\nI would def recommend going to it at least once if you are stopping by T town for a few days.",
"this place is so retarded its great. funny memories here",
"Pinnacle Peaks is a really cool restaurant. I believe it's owned by the same person as El Corral. They have a very similar feel between each other. I was confronted by a very rude man from UCLA who decided to gawk at my friend for wearing a USC sweatshirt. Very inappropriate in a restaurant setting. Anyhow, here the food is fun. They give you large portions and you kind of get the feeling of the old west in ya. Their meat is really fresh and I believe is local too. If you have never had a cowboy steak I highly recommend Pinnacle.",
"We road-trip to Tucson area and dined in Pinnacle Peak in 2007.\nOn the same trip we also dined in Pinnacle Peal Patio in Phoenix area.\nThe difference between these two restaurants were HUGE !!\n\nThe steaks and ribs from PPP/Phoenix were very tasty with nice smoky flavor and tenderness. But the steaks from PP/Tucson was really bland and without any smoky flavor at all. The ribs from PP/Tucson was a big disaster. It's very dry, and 50% of the meat was inedible. The waiter disappeared after the food was served and never came back to check on our food, otherwise we would return the ribs. \n\nThe food is unacceptable as per any restaurant STD."
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"On the whim I decide to drive to Philly , where I had fond memories of a sandwich so greasy, and good (note how you I didn't say \"but good\") that I would one day find myself driving two hours just for a sandwich. I convince an equally irresponsible friend to join me and off we go.\nThough we might have gone to about 5 different places (including Pat's and Geno's) only Jim's was able to truly satisfy and validate this trip. The meat was fresh, chopped, and greasy. Nuff said.",
"This is the real deal Philly cheesesteak. Forget about the Pat's and Geno's and the Jim's on South Street for that matter. Whether you get the whiz or provolone, these old ladies making the steaks a neighborhood treasures.\n\nIf you want the best, you need to head to West Philly to this gem. The neighborhood can be pretty dangerous, especially for the melanin impoverished after dark, so maybe save this one for an afternoon visit.\n\nNevertheless, this is where I go when I visit Filthysmellphia and have a hankering for a good cheesesteak,",
"GREAT! lots of meat and i like the way they chop up the meat...you can add mushrooms and onions if you want which make the cheesesteak taste so much better! Anyone that visits me here will definitely expect a visit to Jim's!",
"After walking into the South Street location, we knew we had to leave. The super long line, overabundance of Midwestern tourists and autographs of annoying people on the wall (i.e. Ann Heche) made me uncomfortable. This didn't feel like the real thing. \n\nWe knew Pat's and Geno's were tourist traps but didn't expect Jim's to be like that. It was. We needed to flee. All I could hear in my head was \"Innnnnnnn West Philadelphia, born and raised....\" and I knew we needed to head towards the original Jim's. We made a quick call (from the line at Jim's on South -- just in case) to make sure they were open (Labor Day) and indeed they were. Let's roll. \n\nWe made it to Jim's on 62nd without too much drama . A few block parties caused interesting re-routes that gave us a taste of the neighborhood. I don't know Philadelphia and I don't know you, but I felt safe enough. Hell, after walking into Jim's I felt like I'd never need to leave! \n\nI knew as soon as we started chatting with the employees inside that this place was getting 5-stars. Not an attitude to be found, they made our steak with mushrooms and whiz an event to be remembered with their suggestions and sweet smiles. I'm all for ketchup, salt and pepper, by the way. Just thinking about it again makes my mouth water. The bread was top notch, not the least big soggy even after we transported part of one back to Annapolis (4 meals in one day can be tough for even ME to pull off). \n\nPhiladelphia is a city full of rich history -- don't let the fact that this is Jim's original location and that they use the same grill that was installed in 1939 get lost on you. This is the real deal. Oh and the prices are lower than the South Street location. So take that Anne Heche. \n\nNow I know why the Fresh Prince was begging and pleading with mom day after day not to have to kick it in Bel-Air. He must have known about Jim's.",
"I second just about everything Brian J said, since well we were on the same visit...\n\nSouth Street Jim's... skip it. A waste of time. The line at the South Street location was probably 30-40 people long when we were there on a Monday. And it wasn't moving at all. Someone told us it wasn't touristy. That person needs glasses.\n\nSo skip the south Street Jim's. Come here instead. It's a 10 minute drive from the South Street location (GPS recommended if you're not from the area!). The same food is $1-3 less a sandwich at this less touristy location, so the cost of gas is offset even! ...It seems like public transit even gets you less than a block away if you're in for a real deal adventure (it was via old school street car, though a new train line is being constructed there as well).\n\nThe food itself... I'm no expert on Philly cheesesteaks, so I don't know how much I can comment on that... But we were told by a few (including checking here on Yelp) that they had the best, and those people are probably right. We had a few hours road trip to follow so we skipped the onions, but next time I really want onions on mine!\n\nThe staff was really nice. I get the idea they've probably been around there awhile.",
"The people here were really nice! Make a few jokes with them and it can really change your experience. \n\nI shared a cheesesteak with provolone and hot peppers and it was more grease than anyone should be eating before noon. It was definitely greasy goodness. My heart stopped a little, but then i looked up at the wall and realized that Mr. T ate here once and that if Mr. T can do it, so can I! Digressing.\n\nAnyhow, it was tasty. The lines are usually out the door and around the block. So, we came early to avoid the lines. \n\nAnyhow, good cheese steak.",
"The people are super cheery here. Loved that vibe. The steaks are rockin'--though I wasn't too keen on the pizza steak. May just be a palate thing, but I found it weird. The regular cheese steak, however, is put together pretty well and the whiz is done nicely. I think ideally they'd be a 3.5 star, but like I said I dug the ambiance. \n\nMy favorite thing about Jim's was the way it smelled down the street as we approached. Oh--and John Candy's autograph on the wall with \"P.S. I'm sorry the check bounced.\" Classic!",
"Don't care what other people may say... Jim's blows Pat's and Geno's out of the water when it comes to a steak sandwich. Unlike those two poor excuses, where they give you two sad looking pieces of meat, Jim's piles it on. You can see the cooks grilling piles and piles of sliced steak as you make your order. Just thinking about it is making my mouth water. And they shred it as they cook it, piling it on like there's no tomorrow. Sure, it can get a little messy, but who cares. Head upstairs. Pull up a chair and chow down. *drool*",
"The 62nd street location for Jim's gets 5 stars on many levels. First, their hoagies are the best I've had - overstuffed, fresh veggies, freshly sliced meat & on the best bread around. Second, you can actually get in and get your food without waiting 30+ minutes in a wall of tourists. Third, because of this fact, the employees are super friendly and helpful. And finally, because of the other 3 points, this is a great place for a non-red-meat-eating-local to take his out of town guests who are cravin' an authentic cheesesteak... and they & always leave with a huge smile on their faces and a newfound respect for the whiz!",
"Wow...I've never been to this 62nd st. location! Never even knew it was there. Anyway, the Jim's I usually go to (at 4th & South) is, in my opinion, the best cheesesteak in the city. No...it really is. Pat's is just like everyone else, and I've got way too many cold steaks from Geno's. They're both for tourists! Jim's has always given me a fresh roll, and a well-seasoned steak. The american cheese is extra tasty as well. The sandwich is rather non-greasy (it's probably the healthiest cheesesteak in the city too). But lets not get carried away here...it still a cheesesteak! I definitely have to stop by this location next time (I assume this is the original location)? And lastly, the one in Springfield is not up to par. The rolls are stale and/or soggy, and the steaks are just not the same. Keep it up Jim!"
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"Really yummy guava smoothie with a free booster. Better than Jamba and apparantly local.",
"Compared to Blenders in the Grass any other smoothie from Jamba Juice et all SUCKS!\nThis is the one thing I miss the most about living in Santa Barbara.\nThe mocha with banana is divine!",
"If you go to that other smoothie place, you are a chump. \n\nMy only complaint is that the standard size is kinda too big. I get the strawberry colada with the soy junk instead of milk, because sometimes dairy gives me the creeps. I also get the calcium supplement because both of my parents have osteoporosis and I don't need to be falling down and breaking my hips by the time I'm 30.",
"Best smoothies anywhere. Local company making fresh, natural smoothies (both milk and juice based) that taste like heaven. My fave is the Red Banana with peaches added... sometimes I go for the Peanut Butter with Chocolate though =)",
"Love this place, locally owned, great smoothies, I'll never go back to Jamba Juice!",
"Ever had Jamba Juice? This is a more expensive version that doesn't taste as good.",
"i'm weird and got the spirutein? coffee shake. Dont know what the hell i was thinking. The weirdest taste i've ever had. But it definetly had the beginnings of an awesome shake. Its obvious they know how to blend. haha. but seriously i hate when i get a shake and i get back this clumpy ice-y thing. I mean seriously blend the freakin shake already. you know. So the consistency of the shake was fab. and i would def try something else.",
"Oh man... Blenders Blenders Blenders... I can never get them off my mind when I'm in SB. I serisously find myself getting at least 2 everyday i'm in town. A 4 day weekend in SB and thats at least 8 Blenders! Ever since I moved and have driven past a Jamba Juice my heart breaks for Blenders. Just writing this makes me want to curl up in a ball and weep for a fantastic Red Banana or mouth watering Peanut Butter with Carob... Please Blenders, Come to Northern California and help kick Jamba Juice to the curb!",
"I wish they had Blenders in LA...I loved the seasonal pumpkin pie smoothie they had around Thanksgiving time! And I'm not even a smoothie person, but I loved theirs.",
"Great smoothies! Absolutely loved it! I wish I could try all of their drinks! YUM YUM! \n\nI had their Green Tea Blender, and my boyfriend had The Original! It was WAY better than Jamba Juice, since it wasn't icey at all. I will definitely make this a stop every time I'm in SB!"
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"This bakery is located in a strip mall and isn't as fancy as the name suggests, but it has a wide selection of artistan breads, brioches, croissants, cakes, pastries, and chocolates, and everything is outstanding. There are a couple of tables on the sidewalk in front, but this really isn't a spot to linger very long. A little pricey but the quality is worth it.",
"This bakery has authentic French pastries made from real ingredients. The croissants are really great, the tarts are awesome and the little quiches are really good, especially the one with ham in it. I wasn't crazy about the half cream puff with the caramel on it because caramel is not my fave, but once I got past that, the pastry cream is authentic and yummy! Their whipped cream is REAL, not the non-dairy cr@pola you get at Frida's or Publix. At Café de Paris you are getting fresh, real confections! The éclair has a lovely chocolaty crème Parisiènne and the chocolate glaze is a luscious treat! \n\nThey have a couple of tables inside as well as outside so you can sit down to have your goodies, plus we got free coffee with the pastries. The coffee was strong and rich. The little strip where they are located is only about 4 or 5 shops near the beach and you really need to pay attention as you approach since you'll miss it if you aren't careful. Ditto on backing out of the lot, but the traffic is light. \n\nThe prices might seem steep to the other reviewer but they are the same as Frida's, but the food is light years above Frida's in quality and flavor. (The prices at places like Publix are cheap because they use cheap ingredients! Publix and Frida's use fake cream for whipped cream and fake pastry cream too, stuff that comes in a big bucket that requires no refrigeration and leaves a nasty aftertaste. Can't you tell?)\n\nI thought the prices were reasonable, particularly when you consider the ingredients and the labor that goes into making some of the pastries. The croissant was $2.20 and worth every penny. You could taste the butter. Trust me, this wasn't some supermarket croissant made with shortening. And keep in mind it takes a day to make croissant dough before you can even cut it and roll it up into the crescents...I've made them at home. Can you say LABOR INTENSIVE!\nEverything else was about the same in price, more or less, so priced fairly.\n\nYou will love the flavors at Café de Paris, the aftertaste is clean, one of heavenly delight, like you really had something worth the calories! Finally! And the owners are nice and polite. Take the drive, you'll be glad you did.....they are open 7 days a week!",
"Sooooo delicious....try the bread balls with cream inside and powdered sugar on top...amazing",
"I found this place on Yelp! My wife and I made a special drive from Madeira Beach to try it out. We LOVE it. We got a fruit tart, croissant, turnover and chocolate eclair. After we enjoyed our croissant in the shop we decided to get a baguette to make sandwiches with later--good call. We haven't eaten all that we purchased but what we have was excellent and tasted so fresh.\n\nWe also picked up a cup of complimentary coffee. It was good and was served in a commercial coffee maker--nothing exceptional though. They also had the LaVazza behind the counter.\n\nIf you are in the mood for fresh bread or an afternoon treat I'd highly recommend it. Never been to Paris but I could imagine this is what it's like.",
"Now this is an AMAZING place, been there numerous times, great little \"secret\". Very friendly social owner, loves to sit down and chat. Be sure to order more than one item, since they're all so good. I wish they were open right now... now I'm craving some of their treats.",
"It is very hard to find a really great croissant. What they serve here is the real deal. You can really taste the real butter. Such a treat. No nasty aftertaste that is the giveaway to bad pastry. You just want to savor the flavor as you drive home.",
"Truly excellent patisserie, \"Cafe de Paris\" is on the shop front, I'm happy to say is very much appreciated by the locals. Sumptuous delicate desserts, pastries & bread, made fresh every day on site. Not cheap but I think that speaks of the quality you find for your delectation. Enjoy.",
"This little bakery has a wonderful selection of pastries, both sweet and savory. My friends and I enjoyed the meringues (heavenly), coconut flan, and a custard filled pastry that translates to \"well of love\" (the name in French escapes me). The owner was friendly and engaging, eager to show us his planned expansion of the bakery in to a sandwich shop, the location was wonderful, so close to the water (but mercifully away from tourist crowds), and I appreciated the complimentary coffee. There's not a lot of indoor seating, but there are a couple tables outside too, and some handy parking right in front of the shop. Tampa has some nice bakeries, particularly for Cuban coffee and sweets, but this is the first place I've found around here that specializes in French pastries, and it is definitely worth the drive over to Indian Rocks Beach to enjoy.",
"Rising amidst the bland of Tampa Bay is this wonderful bakery. You really feel like you are in a little bit of Paris but on the water... :) Delicious crepes and pastries.",
"A taste of paradise. It was amazing before but now they've expanded the bakery and the menu. Try the crepes...they're to die for."
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"Domino's is the type of place that was marginally acceptable in college when you are short on cash but need sustenance to soak up cheap beer.\n\nWhen you are in your 30's, even if you've only consumed coffee that day and the rain is keeping you in, you decide to order just a regular pepperoni pizza. \n\nThe one star is for the fact that you can order online and don't have to actually call anybody.\n\nThe lack of the other stars is for:\n\n-Delivery expert \"Brad\" getting lost, and then not taking the time to look for a number on a door before knocking on the wrong one. And then having the audacity to argue about it.\n-The pizza being something that my cats could have made better\n-The rest of the day being a combination of stomach pains and a feeling which should not be described on a website that reviews food.\n\nDON'T DO IT. Unless you have an iron stomach and the patience of Job.",
"I'm not normally a huge fan of Domino's Pizza, but I got take out with a friend from this location, and have to say it was really good!\nI normally order thick crust pizza, because normally I get a supreme pizza with everything in the house on it, but Lisa wanted thin crust, and I have to say I was really impressed with how light, crisp, and thin the crust was, yet just firm enough to hold up to the sauce and topping.\n\nLisa called in the pizza ahead of time, so we were expecting to be able to run in and pick it up and be on our way. We had big plans of sitting on her deck and stuffing our faced with pizza..... however they got the order wrong and made the pizzas thick crust instead of thin, so we had to wait for them to be remade. No big deal and for our inconvenience they threw in one of those chocolate lava cakes - which is like an over sized chocolate cupcake filled with hot gooey chocolate. Its just big enough for two people to share.\nUMMMMMMM CHOCOLATE!!!!!\n\nThis location is a little questionable, there were some shady looking (homeless) people in the parking lot, and I'm not sure its a safe place to be at night for any length of time, but in the day I think its ok. \n\nWe got 3 medium pizza's on the $5.00 each deal. Pretty good deal for pretty good pizza!",
"What's not to love about this place?\nwell I've never stepped foot here but they deliver my pizza every time on time Just the way i like it.",
"Terrible service bad people working there cannot understand the telephone man and they are nasty pizza s anyways. That is why Pizza Hut is dominating!!!",
"Online ordering for a later time of day.\n\nThe young man showed up at the right time.\n\nTwo Pizza were ordered, one with a regular crust and one with a thin crispy crust each with two toppings.\n\nNeither was worth even the cheap price since the flavour was lacking in both and the thin crust looked and felt exactly the same as the regular.\n\nOh well that is what I get for being lazy and not cooking..,,",
"Great service, great food. Not one bad thing to say and lots of good things to say. You can't get it any better than this.\n\nI always order on-line and love to watch the progression. Artisan spinach and feta is the BEST.",
"Gus ordered here forgetting about the last time.\n\nEasy on line ordering.\n\nFriendly delivery.\n\nStill God awful food. Truly horrible.",
"Standard Domino's fare (which, in my eye, has deteriorated considerably over the years, but oh well, it's a good change every once in a while.) \n\nThe location is very convenient to the Motel 6 and Quality Inn, along with other miscellaneous shops in Lakeside Plaza. The interior of the store is very modern. On my last visit, I noticed a couple of brand-new flat panel HDTVs that transitioned between displaying the menu board and advertised specials.\n\nFriendly employees, and never a huge wait, but my only reasons for not giving a 5 star rating:\n\n1. For some reason, this particular Domino's location does not let you order online. I mean, it does, but you get to the very last screen where it asks for your payment method, and you are always greeted with a system error, followed by a note to call the store directly. At first I thought it was one-off, but it's happened on each visit for the past year. I've even tried it in a few different web browsers to ensure it wasn't a problem with just my computer.\n\n2. This particular location also seems to have issues taking Domino's gift cards. There were about three different visits where the employees either couldn't figure out how to ring up a transaction using a gift card as payment, or the system was down.",
"Despite Domino's being a widespread pizza chain, this one in particular deserves 5 stars. I've never had such good customer service in a consistent manner as I have from this store. I've seen it go through 3 store managers and the most recent 2 have been awesome.\n\nThe only reason I would consider giving them a 4 out of 5 (but I'm not) is because their delivery service is somewhat poor, in my opinion. Drives have been, on occasion, abrasive, or they've gotten lost or something like that.\n\nAll in all, though, this store creates excellent quality pizza combined with good customer service and I would definitely recommend them.",
"Ironically, as I wrote this review yesterday, I was also ordering a pizza to be delivered from this location. Despite the online tracker saying 15-25 minutes, it took nearly an hour for the pizza to arrive at my location. By the time it had arrived I was walking out the door to head to work.\n\nI wasn't mad - both the driver and the staff member that I spoke with were very nice and they said they wouldn't charge me a cancellation fee. What the staff member had also said, though, was that they'd provide me the same order for free the next time I called--and that I simply had to call from the same telephone number.\n\nWell, after work that night, I did just that--called up and requested the same order, from the same number, and explained what had happened earlier that day and what the staff member had said.\n\nHowever, I was told that there wasn't a note about any such offer and that they wouldn't provide it for me. So with that, I'm dropping my review down to 2 stars due to, in my opinion, poor customer service. That being said, I generally stand by my original review, but there are some obvious exceptions."
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"We literally waited 55 minutes for our food. Between 20 minutes in line and 35 minutes sitting, the wait put so much of a bad taste in our mouth it didn't matter how good the food was.\n\nI got the pulled pork, which was mediocre, but the sub roll it came on had no flavor. My roommate got the smoked turkey and it was rubbery and gross. Mac and Cheese tasted very processed, and the fries were cold.",
"Good BBQ! We started with the wings, which I had heard much about, and we loved them. They are smoked, so not only did they have a great taste, but they seemed much less greasy than other wings I have tried. There are six sauces to choose from, and they are all good. It wasn't until we had finished eating all of them that we realized we didn't even ask for ranch dressing. The taste was actually better without it. The brisket sandwich was also very good, and we had pecan pie for dessert. I don't know if it's homemade or not, but it doesn't really matter. It was delicious. And finally, there is a full bar with some good beers on tap. My only knock would be that it was a little overly bright in the restaurant. The glare on the wall mounted tv's was a little annoying. And I do wish the chairs were a little more comfortable. But if that's all I can find to complain about, I must be really trying.",
"We visited Brushfire for lunch on a recent Saturday. Waiting in line to order we discovered you can't view the menu board until you are at the front of the line. Which made no sense to us. You should be able to view the menu while standing in line so you're prepared to order when you get there. \n \n The girl at the register was helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. As were the servers. No complaints there. I love the drink station with all the different varieties of teas, especially the prickly pear. The booths that line the restaurant are comfortable and plentiful. The table itself however was extremely sloped to one side and teetered every time you touched it. No big deal, strange however for a brand new restaurant. We had our toddler son with us and went to seek out a high-chair to enjoy our family lunch only to find out they only had one for the entire restaurant???? So much for a family atmosphere. There were at least 4 other parties that needed a high-chair for their young ones as well. So we dealt with it hoping the food would make up for the inconvenience. \n \n Our plates came out quicker than I expected which made me happy, but what was on my plate did not. I ordered the brisket \"HUNGRY\" plate for $12.00 (because I was HUNGRY). Which is Brushfires version of \"supersized.\" Problem was that there was nothing \"super\" about it. It comes with a 7.5 oz. portion of meat. What i got was about 5 oz. of meat and 2.5 oz of inedible fat. The meat that I did have was moist and tender and had pretty good flavor........just not enough meat like I expected and paid for. \n \n The meal comes with 2 sides and bread. The bread was good quality......just not much flavor. I didn't even realize it until re-reading the menu later on that it was garlic bread. For my first side I chose vinegar cole-slaw. What I ended up with was an ice-cream scoop amount of slaw-soup in a tiny cup. Again the flavor was good......but why the child-size portion for a \"HUNGRY\" meal......and why so soupy?? My second side was cornbread. I expected a decent sized square or rectangle sized piece. What was served were 2 half-dollar nuggets. Do I look like a child??? They had been grilled in an attempt to make them crispy outside and moist inside which suits me well....except they picked up a funky taste from the grill.\n \n Overall I left Brushfire HUNGRY. Which in my opinion shouldn't happen when you spend $12.00 on a plate of food at a casual restaurant. I will give it another try but I can think of too many other restaurants in town where I can actually eat and leave with a full stomach.",
"Excellent food. Decent atmosphere, seating at the new location. Let down that they would post a coupon online good until the end of the year and not honor it. That's b.s., even though I really liked the food.",
"This is place is excellent every time I take my Family here. \nMy wife and I had a sit down meal the last time we ate here, and as I recall the food service was promt , the food was hot, and the attention from the counter crew was impecable! \n\nThe Pulled pork is supreme! and the Bristek is heavenly!",
"I am a fan. No it is not the best barbecue in the world but its decent. I love their take on wings, they were smoked and the spicy sauce was just the right amount of heat, and the amount of options for sides. It got an extra star because the bartender was good looking, personable and they had PBR, which is a must for bbq in my book. I think its a great place to go with friends, you can all order and pay separately, and kick back on a friday with some good local beers (or if your me a PBR). My main issue was the fact that you can't see the menu until you are right up by the cashiers so unless you know what you are getting you are clustering up the line while you are deciding, which is not the most efficient way to keep things moving.",
"We had heard good things and the dining room looked cool so we were hopeful. The ordering experience was good and their beverage selection was definitely above average. The food looked good when it came. The meat was very tender, but it was obvious that it was not actually barbequed. My guess is that they roast it. There was no smoky flavor to the meat, no evidence of a smoke ring, all the flavor was from the sauce. The sauce wasn't bad, but the meat had zero flavor of its own. OK, so it's a mediocre BBQ joint. Then I went into the bathroom, which is through the meeting room, through a storage room and past the office. DISGUSTING! Storing shelving and chairs in the bathroom is one thing. Storing kegs of beer is another. If your beer tastes like pee, maybe that's the reason. The toilet was gag-worthy and there was no soap in the dispenser. Which means the staff couldn't wash their hands after using the restroom. And then they prepared my food.",
"Thought it would be great to treat the family to some fine bbq on a Friday night after a game........just happened to pick the wrong restaurant. Started out by going to the order window and placing the order, nothing out of the usual here. Next, we went and got our drinks, everything going okay so far, I just wish they hadn't been out of some of their tea offerings. If you're gonna be out, remove the container and don't get my hopes up, my daughter and I really did wish to try the prickly pear tea.\n\nNext, went to a semi-comfortable booth, not the most comfortable, but not too bad. Next, out comes the food. Boy did it look delicious. We had quite a load of food coming out as we were really looking for a treat tonight and to feed some large appetites. First off, let me say that their beans were fantastic!!!!!! We also had the mac and cheese, this was mediocre, we had two orders of wings...one was supposed to be sweet and the other supposed to be their hottest wings outside of their infernos (which we tried to order, but they didn't have). The wings were disappointing. Blah flavor and absolutely no heat. Don't get your hopes up here if you like your food to have some real kick. And for our last of four sides, we ordered the messy fries. Gotta say, not too bad. I would recommend more cheese as they are far better when you have a bite with cheese.\n\nAnd now, the main course, meats. We ordered the brisket and the pork. Wow was the brisket dry and the pork fatty. I think that going later in the day wasn't good if you like moist and tender brisket. This brisket fell apart, but not the way you want a good brisket to pull apart. Definitely way too dry and so so in the flavor department. The pork, well it was juicy for sure. Problem was, I think the pork was juicy mostly due to the enormous amount of fat that it contained. Not just a juicy fat that seems to melt into the meat, this was chunks of fat that ruined most bites of the meat. We thought maybe some good bbq sauce would help these lacking meats.......another disappointment in our estimations. We have varied tastes in our family when it comes to sauces and you are likely to have at least one of us that likes a sauce, but not tonight. Oh well, guess this won't be my family's bbq stop of choice.\n\nOh yeah, and for the final kicker here.....we had to go up to get to go boxes and they weren't stocked either....we had to ask for them. One last thing, if I am gonna spend $65 to feed my family of 5 (not too bad a price for good food and thank goodness I had the 15% off coupon), I at least expect somebody to ask me at some point during the meal or as we are grabbing to go boxes how my food was.......nobody seemed to care. If you are like us and really love GOOD bbq, you may want to keep looking.",
"Great food. Sweet & mild sauce is delicious! Recommend the fries--best in town!",
"I'm a fan of this BBQ! The meat has good flavor, tender, moist ans just enough smoke. The sides taste good too. Great selection of meats and sides. No table service, but prompt and they bring the food out to you once you order at the counter. Four-star BBQ."
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"The people here were very nice and welcoming. Granted they don't get much people coming in and out of their restaurant but they are at a seasonal location. \n\nAnyways the food was amazing. Was scared to try the alligator bites but like the waiter said it's just like tender chicken. It was fried perfectly and the breeding was interesting. The sauce it came wit just added to the flavor. The tuna ceviche was surprisingly good. I don't like raw fish like that but the combination with the fresh chilled avocado and the spicy chipotle was great! It was really a delicious textural different temperatures dish. \n\nWould come back if in the Tampa area again.",
"Incredible menu selection and an amazing view. The atmosphere is perfect with a great bar and flaming foods. The venue is great for large parties and special occasions. I'm definitely bringing my friends here again.",
"This place was AWESOME! We went in to what I recall formally being Taverna Opa and is now a new concept called Flambe. Even more gorgeous inside than it used to be. Beautiful space on the water. With Asian, Mediterranean and South American fusion on the menu, the hardest part was deciding what to order! They also have a great bar menu.. Burgers, alligator bites, killer wings, saganaki, so good.\nWe shared several things because everything sounded awesome. The seared scallops, Peruvian style cheviche with AHI AND SIRACHA OMG, chilean sea bass, Mom's meatloaf with mashed potatoes and parmesan corn = the perfect bite. \nThe cocktails were on point, the staff was great and the food was f-in awesome! Highly recommend this place. This beauuutiful place!",
"Visited this place while on vacation. We were there on a rainy Monday, Sept. 22nd. The staff was great & the food was very tasty & good. We were a party of 7 and 5 ordered the chicken quesadillas which were very very good! Someone else had a chicken salad sandwich and another had the red snapper sandwich and both were very good. We asked the chef where he was from because of the flavors in the quesadillas and he said from California. \nI would recommend this place! And if they are still there when I go back and visit, I will make it a point to eat there again!!!",
"This place was great awesome brunch especially on the water and our waitress Megan was AMAZING!! The staff was so nice and friendly!! We enjoyed our brunch so much we will definitely be back :)",
"Not really sure why this place has such great reviews. My fiancé and I came here on a Friday night at 8:30 and there were 2 couples in the restaurant. That's it. The server, bartender and host were all the same person. I don't understand why the service was so slow for such an empty restaurant. We left as soon as we were seated, which is such a shame because I hear the food is really delicious.",
"The food was good and the location gives it a few extra points. \n\nMy complaint is with the service. I was visiting and found a coupon for purchase on CL deals but was not allowed to redeem it because it was on my mobile phone and not printed. I was specifically told - it needs to be printed so we have the voucher number. When I asked if they could just write the number down on a piece of paper I was told no. There were only 2 other couples in the entire restaurant, I find it hard to believe they could not have taken the time to write down the code. I have purchased similar coupons online before and never had to bring in the printed voucher. It's 2014, they need to get it together. The only reason I can see for requiring a printed coup is to take advantage of people and be able to deny redemption. Which is a poor way to treat patrons.\n\nThe food was not good enough that I would miss it or feel the need to go back. Plus there are plenty of other local spots in Tampa that offer much better food for the same price.",
"*review for the bar only*\n\nWe had some time to kill before a dinner cruise and ordered a couple of drinks at the bar. The bartender had to run to the back to get fruit for mine - the citrus was all fresh-squeezed! Needless to say, I was impressed. Much better than gross mixers. We ordered chips and salsa. They were basic but good. Not sure if we would return for food. It was pretty dead.",
"Stopped in for a late lunch on a beautiful day in Tampa as we were walking around channelside. \n\nFirst thing I noticed is how rude & not interested were the hostess & servers. No matter what your job may be, people should take pride in doing that job well & there was not an ounce of that visible to guests. \n\nWe sat out on the terrace area & there was a beer bottle in the plant pot next to us. Visible for anyone with a set of eyes but no one seemed to bother with it. Even after I pointed it out to our server. \n \nThe mojito drink our waitress recommended was not very good either. The mint leaves were clearly not fresh & the mix was just eh. Probably best thing I had given the whole experience. \n\nI ordered the Caesar salad with grilled chicken. I love this dish for lunch & to me is usually a test for restaurants because how hard is it to mess up a good Caesar & grilled chicken. The lettuce was not very fresh & there was balsamic vinegar glaze squirted on the side of the dish which had nothing to do with the meal. Or the two tomato wedges for that matter!! \nThe chicken was horrible & tasted not fresh.",
"If I could give negative I would. We went last night before a concert. The place was half empty yet there was a line outside. The people behind us go to find the greeter who just disappeared. He comes up and seats them even though there were two more groups in front of them. So I confront the greeter who turned out to be the so called manager and told him that there were a lot more people in front of them. He copped an attitude about it. Eventually we got seated. Ordered drinks appetizer and food. Waited 45 minutes for the waiter to return. I get up to find the manager. Go to bar to find him. People there were waiting just as long for food. I told the manager to cancel the order. He just took off an couldn't be found. The bartender said it was in them for the drinks. I get back to the table and the waiter brought the appetizer that looked like $#it. Then he brings the check. I told him it was canceled and made us pay anyhow. No wonder the place was half empty. I would avoid at all cost."
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"They just opened up right down the street from me and we've been waiting to try it out. They specialize in crab and seafood. The decor is very beachy so you get an island vibe when you walk in. \nWe ordered the fried pickles app, the size was more of a half order side serving; overall they were good, nicely fried and crispy. We also tried the pinchers app platter. When it comes to your table you would have thought you ordered a soup. They drown these little claws (I'm not sure if that's normal size or if the crabs are small this time of year) in a butter wine sauce. There were a lot of little claws and the meat was so sweet and the sauce together were a good combo. The main entree was pincher platter. We got the fried oysters, fried clams and broiled scallops. The fried stuff was good but the scallops had no taste. We ended the meal with homemade key lime pie. It was still frozen when we got it so maybe if you know you want it tell them so it can thaw out a bit before they serve it, coz it's good. \nOur server was Laura and she was awesome. We came towards the end of the night and the only complaint I have is the expo girls that helped her bring the food to the table were kind of rushing and throwing the food on to the table like there were a million other tables to serve when there were only 2 tables left. Then I watched them walk back to the kitchen to play with the staff .. Other than that our server was awesome and knowledgable. Thanks Laura. \nSpecials! All day happy hour 2 4 1. And a bucket of fun- drinks with all sorts of cool drink names. They have oysters, clams, shrimp and wings 70cents from 3pm-6pm",
"Pinchers is a family friendly restaurant with quite a few other locations scattered across FL. The vibe inside was pretty rockin as the music blasted some popular country & top 50 tunes. \n\nHowever the best part was when i found out that Cigar City Jai Lai was on draft & an option on the 2-1 draft menu! The misses got a 2-1 margarita. We did also see that they had a happy hour menu from 3-6 for $0.70 oysters, clams, shrimp & wings .... mix that with the 2-1 drinks & kids eat free, this place could quite possibly be one of the best deals in Carrolwood!!! \n\nWe came here on a lazy Thursday night and were promptly seated at a booth. The menu selection had much to choose from & was priced reasonably. As we were 3 in our party, we decided that we wanted to try a sample of a few things so we ordered a dish for 2 that gave us the option of selecting 3 sides & main courses for roughly $40. we selected the broiled scallops, fried clam strips & the fried oysters. Out of the 3 the fried clam strips were pretty good as the pieces were big and tasted great with the tarter sauce. The scallops were a little on the small side but came with about 10 pieces which wasn't too bad. I never had fried oysters before so i didn't know what to expect but surprisingly not bad. We also ordered the garlic mashed potatoes, sauteed green beans & cole slaw which was good but nothing too special. \n\nwe also ordered the crab pincers which basically were crab claws with meat stuck on them. Very tasty, flavorful and delicious, if i come here again id def be ordering this again to go along with my two for 1 beers!",
"Attentive service from managers and servers. I had the Shrimp Po Boy. Massive serving size along with two sides. Not the best Po Boy ever but better than average quality. Grouper was noted to be excellent and at a good price point compared to what you would pay elsewhere by my friends. Kids ate free which was a nice surprise. All day drink happy hour along with food happy hour from 3-6. It's nice to get good oysters on the half shell that doesn't break the bank. Overall it's nice to have another good option for seafood in Carrollwood that is worth going to. With all the great options available in Carrollwood I think this place will share a good piece of the pie that brings more and more people from outside Carrollwood to our side of town.",
"Quite disappointed. Snapper entrée was overcooked, under seasoned and dry. Garlic bread was run of the mill small piece of buttered Cuban bread. Baked beans were seasoned with what tasted like cinnamon. My husbands shrimp scampi dinner was tasty but swimming in butter. The entrée had plenty of shrimp. For these prices I could've gone to Bonefish.\n\nThe service was good and management adjusted the price when I told them about the fish.\n\nThe happy hour drinks were good.",
"Sigh. I was hoping my first experience here would be great.. Alas it was not. I went in the order food to go. The hostesses waved me off to the bar and said I needed to order there. After standing there for a bit I finally said to the guy cleaning glassware.. \"Is this where I order take out?\" He said oh yes and handed me a menu. Woah.. The prices are up there for a place in a strip mall. I ordered the BBQ shrimp dinner which comes with 2 sides. I decided on the baked beans and cole slaw. The wait wasn't too long and a girl came up to me, handed me a bag and said here you go! I just left and went home without looking in the bag. I assumed it was my dinner. After getting a beverage and kicking off my shoes, I sat down for my dinner. I opened up the box and there were chips!! I looked in the bag and it was a container of crab dip! Huh? $18 for chips and dip instead of my shrimp dinner?! UGH! So back in the car I went to hunt down my dinner. It was sitting on the bar. The man who ordered the chips was wondering what happened to HIS order. I was annoyed and the girl bartender asked me to hang on. I did but it wasn't a quick wait. She gave me 2 cards good for either a free drink or dessert on a future visit. Ok.. Nice touch. When I got home to finally eat my dinner, the shrimp was lukewarm, the tiny coleSlaw inside was warm. The beans were a decent size and warm but had a taste of cinnamon in it. Different. If I do go back it will be during the happy hour from 3-6pm where wings, Oysters and shrimp are 70-cents each.",
"Their hours are from 11-10pm. They have the best Rock Shrimp! We had the corn chowder, grouper nuggets and Maryland Blur crab. Everything was hot and delicious. Taste fresh!",
"Great family atmosphere for casual seafood run by Floridians. We were very pleased with the attentive server, the freshness of the grouper and shrimp. Crab Rangoon appetizer was also very good and full of crab meat. Management was very responsive to slow food and offered us appetizers and beer-- always a good move. Our family will be back!",
"Great experience with four adults and four young kids. Food all tasted fresh. Even the kid's popcorn shrimp was prepared with fresh, plump shrimp. The fries all are made fresh from real potatoes. Good local beers on draft. Can't beat a locally owned family restaurant that brings in daily fresh seafood.",
"Awesome place. Best place for New England clam chowder. Food is great. Lots of variety and great atmosphere. Definitely will come back to try more. Server could be better but we are here close to closing time - but that's no excuse. Next round I will re-review.",
"We went on a Saturday night and it was super crowded. We were quoted a 45 minute wait and that was accurate. They did send someone over to get us drinks while we waited (happy hour all day is awesome!). \nWhen were seated, the service was prompt and the food did not take too long to come out. We ordered 3 grouper sandwiches and they were very fresh and tasty, although a bit pricey. The fish portions were a little on the small side for the price (just under $50 for the 3 sandwiches), the sides were too large (around a full cup of mashed potatoes and at least 2 cups of green beans). \nThat said, it is the best grouper sandwich you can get if you are ot at the beach."
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"Wow. All I can say is great food, friendly service, and free WiFi. I do hate it for the staff, as behind the bar, they have to lean over a lot to serve the patron... \n\nWill be going back to try more.",
"This place is somewhere in the middle of an adult strip club and hooters. DO NOT TAKE CHILDREN HERE! The place was packed full of men, only a few women customers present. Customers were openly insulting the servers, clad in very tight shorts and very little on top too. I am not saying I didnt like the view but its in the wrong venue. It was obvious the servers did not appreciate how they were treated. The food, well it was average, kinda bland, nothing special. They have a very small menu. Its more of a sports bar and they should advertise it that way. Guys, if you want to see some hot women with large breast and nice bodies then this is the place for you but dont take your wife or your kids. I did like the below freezing draft beer and they have signs that are hooked up to the coolers proudly displaying the temperature of the beer. They have tv's all over the place, there isnt a spot in the place where you cant see them. I like this, again in a sports bar but they advertise to be a restaurant.",
"Hey - I'm a chick and I thought this place was pretty nifty. It wouldn't be my first 'omg, we have to go to Twin Peaks', but if ever one of my bro's wanted to watch sports in the company of some scantily clad ladies I wouldn't be sad to enjoy another super cold beer and the surprisingly pretty good bar food. \n\nLiterally my beer was so frosty it was a beer slushie on top! yum! Get a cold draft here for sure, the bottle won't be as fun. I also recommend the 'man size' even for the ladies as the small isn't even 12 oz s. Come on you guys! Give us gals some credit!\n\nAlthough Glenn S below seems rather uptight, he was right that is was definitely a 'sports bar' feel, not really what I would consider a restaurant. There were very few women around, but I mean...there aren't that many at Hooters either ::shrugs:: None of the men seemed creepy or degrading though and a family with a baby sauntered in as we were getting ready to leave. \n\nThe food was pretty much what you would get at Red Robin, they even stole the fries. Loved the fried pickles and my poblano chicken sammie ($8.95) had good flavor, but was crazy messy. \n\nThe 2 house beers 'blonde' and 'brunette' were decent, the blonde (blue moon rip off) was a little watery, but the brunette (shiner rip off) was a non-offensive very chuggable amber. \n\nSo, as a lady I guess my opinion on the 'ladies' doesn't account for much, but I will say they were all cute, I'm not sure how to say this without degrading them or gals who work for Hooters, but these girls had more of a um, er, 'dancer' aesthetic if you catch my drift? A pretty classy dancer though, not like a printers alley seedy stripper ;)\n\nAlso, if you're not into boobies, but you like sports they have a MILLION TV's playing all. the. sports. Ever. Also, a bikini channel 'getting to know' Twin Peaks staff, nice er, touch. (Q: 'Sarah, do you play any instruments?' A: Well, I am a trained concert pianist, but my favorite instrument is my MEAN AIR GUITAR, tee hee hee!!!) I bet her parents are super proud.\n\nService was fine, I'm willing to bet your mileage varies if you don't have women at your table. $2.99 girly shots to liquor her up if you do!",
"The girls show more cleavage than hooters. The food is ok. Fried mozarella was very good.\n\nCold beer and $3 shots. Basically a place to watch sports and then watch some girls walk around. The reason I came was to support a friend on his birthday. I had a hard time keeping my eyes upright, and not openly staring at the silicone. I felt happy, then I felt a little sleazy.. . That said, the quality is better than hooters, if this is what you are looking for.",
"The place is so classy they don't even print Twin Peaks on your receipt, just T P Restaurant so if your significant other finds the receipt they won't be sad they didn't go to Twin Peaks.\n\nWhat can one say about this place? It's like if Hooters decided to take up residence in the northwest and wear less tacky shorts. I also think they managed to cut out about 2 square feet of clothing from the outfit as they're belly shirts.\n\nI walked in and the hostess did some sort of lean to provide maximum cleavage viewing, at least I think she did... it could just be all angles were maximum cleavage viewing angles... I do not know.\n\nNot too much for a vegetarian there, had the fried pickles and they were pretty darn great.\n\nI wanted to sit outside on their patio, but they said nobody was available to work the patio at that time... I sort of think they just forgot to bring sunscreen honestly and were worried one of them might burn.\n\nThe bar itself, I actually like it. There's a large display that tells how cold the beer is, their home brew is actually pretty decent, anywhere you look there's a tv, and the waitresses are pretty nice, if provocatively/exploitatively dressed and tasked.\n\nThe menu is filled with double entendres, leaving no doubt they're selling a show on top of the fairly good / reasonably priced foods. At least with Hooters I do not think the waitresses are listed on the desserts menu as a \"scenic view\". There are 5 boob / waitress references in the online menu, seems there were more there.\n\nOf the TVs they have, there's one tuned to what I would call the porn-preview channel. Seems to be a combo of Red Bull and bikini channel with an occasional very obviously naked behind a curtain woman wandering around with a shotgun.\n\nOthers have stated silicone left and right, but I'm pretty sure these are wonder bras built into the shirts (much like the hooter's bras) on most of them, so, there's that...\n\nYeah, kind of embarrassing place, the kind you feel you need to put a back story to be in at, which is kind of sad because the food is ok, the service good, and the beer is good and the space is good, but if you look at the customers it's a sausage fest... there must have been 65 men there and 2 women who did not work there, one was not playing for the normal team and the other it was her first time there.\n\nIt was a damned interesting place, I'll give it that much. The sort of place you can't believe exists outside of a buddy-cop movie... \n\nTheir WiFi didn't work when I was there though..so yeah... weird weird place.",
"I would like to start off by saying I am not from Nashville but I have lived here for a few years. Many of the locals give awful restaurants raving reviews and give the places that are actually good very poor reviews.\n\nI visited Twin Peaks with my wife expecting it to be another mediocre restaurant but, we were both pleasantly surprised. The portion sizes were big and both of our meals were very flavorful. The place was very clean and the service was great. The waitresses show a little skin, but it is no different than walking downtown on a Saturday. \n\nSo people stop over reacting, this place is a good!!!!!!!!!!!!",
"You take away the skimpy lumberjack costumes and the silly double entendres and Twin Peaks is a pretty good place that has awesome cold beer-with ice crystals at the top of the glass since the beer is proudly served at 30 degrees. I was DDing so I only had the 'girly' 12 oz beer and if you're mollified by stupid things like beer ice crystals it's well worth getting the 'man' size beer. My friends didn't let me down here and their beers frosted over with the ice crystals that slowly floated up to the top of the glass. Their 'beer and deer' shot and beer special is pretty good as well 8 bucks for a shot of Cazadores and a large frosty mug of said beer? Pretty darn sweet.\n\nWe weren't too hungry since we had eaten elsewhere but we got some light bites. I got the Average Joe's three mini Jalapeno hot dogs-they say brats but they're hot dogs. They had a surprising kick, with some onion/cilantro slaw. Service wise our waitress was pretty attentive to us and despite the fact that we didn't order too much she did make sure we were satisfied beverage wise-even after I switched to Diet Coke right after my first and only beer of the night. I think it's worth a repeat visit.",
"Very Nice looking Servers\n\nIf you want to see hot women and drink cold beer, this is the place.\nIf you want a meal and great service, you are in the wrong place.\n\nOur party spent 20 minutes trying to get the server to come back to take our order.\nWhen the food finally came, they dropped one of the orders. Then we waited \nanother 45 minutes to get our server to come close enough to ask for our check.\nFood was convenience store quality.\n\nAnd, DO NOT TAKE CHILDREN! I did not but felt bad for the parents that did.\nI am not sure how they advertise this place but this is a male oriented Sports Bar.\nTHIS IS NOT A FAMILY RESTAURANT!!",
"No class whatsoever, sorry Paul K. Meh food. Tacky. Tacky. Tacky. Sleazy. And tacky. That Brentwood allowed this place to even open is a mystery. Don't bother.",
"Jubbilee's. Yay!\n\nFor reals though. Beer is cold. Waitresses are very friendly and very attractive. Tons of TV's for NFL Sundays or College Football Saturdays. Food is actually pretty good for the most part. Hangover Burger topped with Fried Egg is a solid burger. Chicken Tenders are pretty good as well.\n\nI like the cold beer the most though. Served at around 28-29 degrees. Perfect. Oh. Did I say boobies? Lots of boobies. (Don't worry Wives out there, it's not a strip club)"
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"I love outback! the rib eye is great, the outback special is good too but not as high in quality but better price. the wallahalla pasta is amazing, its not on the menu any more but you can still order it. other things i like there are bloomin onion, side salad with the spicy ranch dressing, and the bread. it doesn't get much better to me.",
"Not a lot of people. Serve really sucked. Orderd and got the wrong order and server got upset threw the plates of the right food on the table. She decided to stay away from the table after that and there was no manager on duty.\n\nCrappy place and doing business by accident.",
"I ordered curb side takeaway. Took 20 minutes to prepare which was completely acceptable for me. The price point was about $17 for a steak, sweet potatoe, salad, bread, and tip. Pretty good price if you ask me. FYI I give a 5 star when the service \"WOW's\" me. I give a 4 if everything goes as expected and is a good value. \n\nThe reason I'm not giving this location a 4 is because when I showed up in the take away area there was a teenage employee in the back on a cell phone sort of mouthing off to her mom. It wasn't any of my business but I don't think it's professional. Maybe I shouldn't blame Outback for that but maybe if the management reads these reviews they'll be more mindful of off the clock employees hangin out in the ToGo area. \n\nThey also forgot my brown sugar for my sweet potato, good thing I have lite brown sugar at home and I wasn't staying at a hotel or something!",
"Surprising better than we expected. We had a bad experience here a few years back. The reason we tried here again was a gift card. \n\nThe wait was only about 20 minutes on a Friday night with call ahead. Our waiter was amazing. He was atop of the drinks and the food was hot and quick. Best all was the steak. Not as good as Texas road house but moist hot and cooked right. The sweet potato was cooked just right. Warning on the shrimp scampe that price is for three. \n\nThe desert tray was yum. \n\nToo smoky from the bar where we were sitting though. \n\nOverall we will probably go back.",
"At 8pm on a Friday night, we were told a 15-20 min wait, which ended up being only 10 mins. I had the 6 oz Outback Special with 1/2 rack of ribs. This came with a baked potato that I could load with my choice of chives, butter, sour cream, cheese, and bacon. And of course unlimited bread and butter.\n\nThe steak (which I ordered) medium was a little dry but ok. The ribs were very good, and the baked potato was just right. I will probably opt for a different steak or the tilapia next time, but I would recommend the ribs.\n\nI tried the house Merlot, and my husband had a Dirty Martini, which were both decent.",
"I come here all the time. Apparently, this is the only that has sweet tea (and not the N Lindbergh/Hazelwood location). Whenever I'm planning on coming here, there is a wait, and not a ten minute wait, at least 20 minutes. But, the service is always good. It's your typical chain, as far as the food. The meat is always cooked as requested, medium, well-done, etc., is always done correctly. There drinks are also good, and they don't skimp on the alcohol. And, the bread, yum, as always. They have consistently good food and service.",
"I can't find a better filet than the Victorian Filet at Outback. The service is excellent and for a Friday night we only waited for 15 minutes.",
"Outback opened for lunch on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday not long ago. We thought we would give it a try since I had a $25 gift card taking up waaay to much space in my wallet.\n\n Knowing the Bloomin' Onion was probably the best thing we were going to get, we played our hunch and got one. Ding-ding we were right! Huge, perfectly sliced onion petals with a crispy, spicy coating served with a snappy sauce for dipping. $6.99\n\nWe decided to split a Burger, House Salad and a bowl of Broccoli Cheese Soup. The burger came out red/raw, so back it went, and then it came out well done. I guess there is no medium. We assumed Fries would accompany the burger and this time our hunch was wrong. \n\nThe Broccoli Cheese Soup was the real oddity. A large bowl of Broccoli Gravy is the best I can describe it. What was real interesting was that it tasted NOTHING like Broccoli or Cheese. It tasted like Thanksgiving stuffing. It was good but the more I ate I wanted some mashed potatoes, turkey and cranberries.\n\nThe service was good and they do have Coke products.\n\nI have a hunch, we won't be back for awhile.",
"I went here for dinner last night on a whim, because the other chains close by don't tickle my fancy... We arrived, and were seated promptly, as the place was just about empty. Our waiter was attentive, and nice. So that was all pleasant. That for me is where the pleasantries end! First out is the salad, usually a treat for me, because I really enjoy their tangy tomato dressing. However the salad tasted like it was rinsed off in a public pool. It had a very strong chlorine taste to it. I sent over half of it away. Then my first steak comes out. It was cooked okay, but this was one of the worst looking strip steaks I have ever seen. It was about 40% fat, and the actual meat was so interlaced with fat/connecting tissue that it was like chewing on a piece of leather. I sent it back, and they prepared a new steak for me. This one comes out, and its like round two of the same damn thing. I could have gotten a better cut of meat on sale at wal-mart than this monstrosity they call a steak. They come over and ask me \"Is it perfect\", and sadly I have to be honest and tell them the hard truth that it was practically dog food grade meat. They again apologized, and refunded my meal. I was quite sad, because I was really hungry because I didn't have time to eat lunch yesterday. I will say that their baked potato was pretty delicious. That was the only positive thing I can say about any of the food here. I don't expect this place to be like a high end steak house, but I do expect a lot better. When I am looking at steaks in this price range, I'll be heading to Texas Roadhouse or Tuckers in the future.",
"Worst dining experience at outback I have ever had! First off our waiter would be in the middle of his sentence and then walk away with out giving us time to ask him questions. \nBoth me and my husbands meals were simple, yet they couldn't get anything right. Both our meals had to be sent back. No apologies from the manager when she came to talk to us. And for how long we were there just waiting on our food there was no compensation either. \nWe will not be going back to this location!"
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"Damn right Im a fan.\n\nA bit skeptical about another chinese/sushi restaurant, I almost didnt come but said ok--it's been 9 months, time to see if they have worked out all their 'new opening' problems.\n\nThe decor is nice. Cant complain about your butt hurting from sitting on a hard chair. \n\nThere is a wine and sake list. Ask for a sushi menu if you want one otherwise you will get just a menu that has chinese and vietnamese food on there.\n\nOur server was great. A transplant to New Orleans from the West Coast and working stints in the movie industry, he was genuinely friendly and checked on us without seeming like he was hovering over us.\n\nWe ordered the 5 pepper calamari which is a MUST if you come. Watch out for the jalapeno peppers that are sprinkled around the calamari. Wonderful and came out hot---I like my food to come out hot as soon as it's ready. I dont care if the appetizer or the salad or soup comes out first. Bring me my food hot.\n\nAnyways that was an appetizer, but it was off the chain yall---I was dreaming about that calamari last night and that means Im going back soon for it. Maybe during happy hour(which is 3-6), Ill come in just for that and sling back some sake while Im at.\n\nFor our main course my compadre and I shared the softshell crab dish, we shouldve told the server to make it spicy because we like it hot like dat. It came out deep fried on top of softly stir fried vegetables complete with a dark reduction sauce -- watch out for the whole chili peppers in the sauce.\n\nWe also had a sashimi appetizer, huge chunks of sashimi. For all you whiners who dont like chunks and would rather have them thin, tell your server that you want your sashimi sliced thin and not chunked that way you wont have a fit when you do receive your food.\n\nUsually I eat dessert, but this time I had to be rolled out of the door after eating so much.\n\nWe took a tour of the building and it seems there are plans for a banquet room on the 2nd floor and the possibility of having a club on the 3rd floor. All great ideas because the view from up above on that 4th and 3rd floor is beautiful at night. Windows all around. The club plans are in the \"TALKS\" so please do not mark my word for it---sometimes investors dont follow up and business deals go sour. \n\nThere is parking in the rear, families and vegetarians are welcomed--they accomodate special needs if you arent a carnivore.\n\nCash and credit card are welcome but checks are not.\n\nIf you want to take your date somewhere cool go to Hoshun---they open til 2AM/7 days a week.",
"I was introduced to this restaurant by a friend who had come here around its opening. I was hooked! Everyone from the host to the waiter and to the owner were all especially friendly and helpful, caring about whether my friends and I were having a good dinner. The decor is very trendy and comfortable. \n\nMy favorite dish has got to be the crispy duck. Juicy and tender underneath a perfectly fried skin along with an orangy-sweet & sour-like sauce; I tell you, you must try it. It was so good that the next time I went there, I placed two orders for it.\n\nThe calamari I ordered during my initial visit wasn't really that great. They were undercooked and the breading (for lack of a better word) had a displeasing texture to it. I chalk it up to a fluke, but I never tried it again, so I can't say for sure.\n\nI'm not a huge sushi fan (though I don't dislike it) so I'm always a poor judge of this particular delicacy. My friends, though, rave about them. Take it for what that's worth.\n\nI can see Hoshun's as a great place for many events: birthdays, night out with the guys/girls, dates, etc. I definitely recommend this place.",
"I am a sushi fan and a big fan of Chinese food and Thai cuisine, so I would love a restaurant that combined the best of all these worlds. I don't think Hoshun does it for me.\nIt's not bad, the service is very good, the Thai iced tea delicious and the potstickers decent. But when this place is empty, as it was the Saturday I went there, it smells funny, like old mop water, and we were jammed in a table amidst a sea of unoccupied chairs when there were plenty of comfy booths available or tables by the windows looking out on St. Charles. \nThe edamame had a strange hard texture and very little sea salt. My companion liked his chicken fried rice well enough, but not his chewy rainbow roll, while my Udon was terribly bland with doughy noodles. \nIf Sushi Bros. had been open across the street, we definitely would have gone there instead.\nI have heard that Hoshun throws a heck of a good party for groups in its cavernous upper floors complete with balcony access, which I am sure would be fun for a Mardi Gras celebration. But unless I am invited to that kind of shindig there, I probably won't be back.",
"I rolled into here with low expectations...most people I've talked to said Hoshun was generic and not very good but I can safely say that it wasn't too bad!\n\nI believe the term would be Pan-Asian to describe Hoshun, stuck next to Zea Grill on one side and Sushi Brothers right across. Don't park in the Brothers lot, b/c they will make you move your car. Hoshun's parking lot is right behind the restaurant.\n\nAnyhow, Hoshun Thai tea is served with half and half on the side. So it looks like we get to mix it ourselves (more cleanup afterwards unfortunately). I don't like Thai tea at all, so all I had was hot water. I was impressed that our server gave me a whole tea pot full and grateful.\n\nFive girls = lots of food. The entrees are a bit on the upper expensive side (minimum $15) and luckily we only ordered two, the plum sauce pumpkin seeds Peking duck and pad Thai. Majority of our food was appetizers and the portions were very generous! Salt & Pepper calamari, ahi tuna salad, edamame, bbq pork, and a Hot & Sour soup.\n\nThe duck was amazing, crisp skin and very good plum sauce served with pumpkin seeds on top. It seemed random with the seeds, but the duck was excellent. The pad thai was standard, if anything it had a bit of a tomato-ketchup taste. The calamari was burnt on some pieces, but it was tender and salty and somewhat spicy. Ahi tuna salad was good, edamame is just edamame, but the BBQ pork was really delicious. It tastes exactly like HK style and was super fragrant. \n\nWe ordered enough appetizers to have leftovers and the bill only came out to $90! Extremely generous was our server and we in turn left super happy and satiated. \n\nAnd Courtney is right, the upstairs definitely caters to parties. In fact, one of my gfs had her birthday party upstairs, Las Vegas themed and it looked fantastic! \n\nHuge props for opening till 2 am every day!",
"Came here on Lundi Gras for the happy hour... it was a great deal! We ordered nigiri for $1.25 each and hand rolls were $3. The fish was really fresh - I loved the salmon and white tuna. We also got the Playboy roll. It was raw but arrived in foil lit on fire... I didn't really like the smokey flavor but the roll itself was good.\n\nWe waited about 5 - 10 minutes to get seated, even though the place was not full. Our server was excellent, and the manager or owner went out of his way to entertain my friend's 3-year-old son. We watched a parade roll by out the window from our seats, which was cool. The specialty rolls were pricey so I recommend going during happy hour and mixing the HH menu with one or 2 rolls. Also, HH drinks were 2 for 1 and our server was really nice with reminding us when HH was over before we ordered.",
"This is one of my favorite restaurants in the city. Terrific food, wonderful drinks, beautiful atmosphere. Classy but not fancy. \n\nI get the idea that the owners are Chinese, but they have damn good sushi chefs. We usually order off the main menu but the sushi is excellent too. I love their pot stickers - the owner told us they were his mother's recipe.\n\nThey have updated the menu a bit recently, and many of the entrées are available as \"combos\" with rice and an egg roll or crab rangoon. Doesn't really matter to me, but I think it appeals to what more people in this area are used to.\n\nEven the simple dishes are fantastic. Last night I had beef with broccoli. My boyfriend favors the dry-rub ribs.\n\nThe drinks are a little pricey but totally worth it! I recommend the pear martini.\n\nNo dessert menu, but they usually have a couple different cakes to choose from.",
"In New Orleans for a few months for work, I was starting to get really tired of all the Cajun grub and DYING for some good chinese. Yay, Hoshun!!\n\nI wouldn't call it authentic, but food was good. Place is decorated like a traditional tea house, with majogany chinese benches, fake jade pieces, and everything. \n\nWe missed happy hour, which i hear is great, but still managed to feed 6 for under $150 (with drinks!). \n\nThe five spice calamari ($10.50) was awesome as an appetizer to share! For entrees, most of us ordered the combo dinner ($12.95). It comes with soup (I'd recommend hot & sour), a crab ragoon or eggroll, veggies, fried rice, and a dish of your choice. Portions were huge. I had the shrimp and veggies combo which was good...but my neighbor's XO beef combo, and pumpkin seed duck looked DELICIOUS.\n\nI'll be back to when craving Chinese goodness.",
"I think that Hoshun overreaches. It is probably a little TOO pan-asian, but everything we had was OK. Problem #1 the server never brought rice to go along with the vegetarian Chinese dish that one of my dinner companions ordered. Problem #2 the server told us that one of the sushi items we ordered was just too fishy...and then backpedaled. It was weird. And the sushi was fine (and not too fishy) but nothing to write home about. I feel like I was in a fancified version of a strip mall place. Two pluses (that equal one extra star), I had some variation on a cosmopolitan that was made with plum sake that was delicious and worth returning for AND they had a big basket of grab your own fortune cookies that had actual real fortunes and not just inscrutable aphorisms.",
"It would have been so much better had it not been for the awful service. Our waiter took 5 minutes to come to the table, and when he finally showed up, he never actually introduced himself. He walked up to us and said, \"Hey guys....drinks?\" He slammed my friend's water glass down on the table after getting a refill, completely forgot to ring in one of the items we ordered, and just wasn't very polite in general. At the end of our meal, he dropped the check without even asking if we wanted coffee or dessert (we did). As far as the food, the wonton soup was too salty and had way too much cilantro in it. The fried rice was bland. The lo mein was pretty good, as was the sauteed broccoli. \n\nAll in all, the food was decent, but the service makes me hesitant to return.",
"Enjoyed the sushi. The preparation and flavor is very good to above average. Happy hour adds to the value. The owner/manager are friendly but the waiter did not pay much attention to our table. We had to flag him down twice even for the basics like a refill. He did not check to see if we need anything after someone else brought the food to the table. We also had the shrimp lobster sauce which was very bland. We will go back but will stick to the sushi.\n\nParking is not great. When checking off the services below .. I left the waiter service as I don't know because I wouldn't call it service but there were several in the building."
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"Just left andy's, they are doing a free sample today 2 pieces of chicken with the sauce of your choice. it was totally amaze-balls, SO CRISPY!!! makes federal doughnuts look like amateur hour. GO THERE NOW!!! or wait till monday when they officially open",
"I was so excited to try Andy's Chicken. I was not disappointed one bit. I grew up around a lot of Koreans and eat tons of Korean Style chicken. And Andy's was awesome. They were swamped with people and yet kept their cool and were so kind and apologetic for the wait. #worthit",
"I went the first day they were open. The chicken is great, and very fresh. While waiting I could watch them fry the chicken, which doesn't sound exciting, but the sound mixed with the smells made me very excited to eat it. It's take out only, so I was surprised that the chicken stayed crispy on my short drive home. I had the sweet chili sauce, which was good, but I wish it was spicier. Which probably means I should just order a spicier sauce next time. \n\nThey sold out when I was leaving, around 5 pm, so if you go you should take that into consideration. I didn't have a problem when I walked in, and the wait was probably 10-15 minutes, but the people in front of me seemed to have waited a bit longer. The wait was worth it.",
"I had Korean fried chicken once and it was fabulous. So the bae and I decided to go to Andy's for lunch just two days after it had opened. We placed our order and was told it would be 20 minutes, ONE HOUR LATER.... our chicken was ready. Now lets remember this place is brand new and the woman working the register was very apologetic and offered to throw in some sides since we had to wait 3X as long as we should have. So I forgive them for this and hope that in the future they will get the timing down to a science.\n\nAs far as the chicken goes, it was delish! We got a half order of the sweet and sour and a half order of the cajun. I thoroughly enjoyed both. Bae is a fuss monster and he was not a huge fan of the cajun as he said it was not what he expected. It was delish, dont listen to him. It was enough to have leftovers too! \n\nBottom line: Go when you have a lot of time to kill or call it in an hour before you want to eat it because it is very delicious fried chicken and I will be back for some more in the future.",
"I went to Andy's Chicken yesterday and had great service. The employees answered all of my questions, and even allowed me to sample the sauces so that I could choose what I wanted. \n\nThe chicken was delicious and stayed crispy even after I reheated it in the microwave later for dinner.",
"Long waits, but the chicken is very good. The first time we tried this place, they took our order, we waited over an hour and then they called and said they had a problem in the kitchen and couldn't fill our order. Turns out they just oversold and I guess didn't take this into account when accepting orders. The owner was very apologetic and gave us a discount on our next order.",
"I recently just came back from South Korea and had Korean fried chicken withdrawal. Cafe Soho is always good, Bonchon is a joke, Fed Donuts is a joke, Andy's was absolutely perfect. This place is the real deal. Love that you can get full and half chicken too -- not just wings or legs. \n\nThis is my new go-to spot now.",
"Be sure to try Andys new meat loaf lunch box it comes with lots of stuff and it's fantastic",
"Went to call and order takeout at 5:30pm on Friday and they were SOLD OUT of chicken.. Umm, isn't this called Andy's Chicken??? Either they're insanely popular or they have a horrible business strategy. How can you sell out of your main dish?? I don't get it..",
"Brand new to the hood and already making waves. This place sells out every day it seems and so you should really call ahead. The staff knows they are under pressure but still manage to be extremely nice and thoughtful for those people waiting for some delicious chicken. I think it's a great addition to the neighborhood!"
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"Not an exciting menu, but good stuff. Went for brunch and their eggs were really flavorful. Super garlicy.",
"This restaurant is, of course, non-smoking. It's also in walking distance from my house and a very solid establishment. Menu is diverse - from burgers and chicken sandwiches to pasta dishes and steaks. Good solid food without a chain feel.\n\nAnd the chocolate cake. Mmmm.\n\nhln",
"There was a time in high school when you didn't know from week to week what type of place was going to be in this establishment. I am not kidding. In my four years at Nerinx Hall, this place must have gone through at least 6 different owners...all unsuccessful. However, The Boardwalk Cafe seems to have found a nice little home here in Old Orchard, and I can actually see why it has been the place that finally found success in this cursed location.\n\nThe menu isn't exciting, the ambiance isn't really anything special, and the place is really quite ordinary. That said, it's completely decent quality, the staff is friendly and the service is good. Though the menu isn't exciting, it's still good. Salads and sandwiches dominate, but I have to say the brunch is my favorite. Also, it's not as packed as many of the places in Webster tend to get, which is an incredibly nice touch when you are looking for a place to grab lunch or just sit with your coffee and read.",
"Right off the bat they get two stars just for being near enough to my house that we can decide we are hungry and be served about 20 minutes later. I love places that will serve you breakfast anytime you want. So this is a great place to get an omelette and hash browns at 3:00 in the afternoon. So what if you just got up?? But seriously folks, the decor is \"ok\" the wait staff is friendly and the food is actually better than you'd expect for what I lovingly call \"good diner food\". Great breakfast choices, yummy burgers and great coffee. Check it out.",
"We love to eat breakfast out every day. Boardwalk Cafe is on our list every Thursday or Friday and we really look forward to it. Best and cheapest omlets. Great tasting, hot, full of ingredients. Service is great, friendly, and fast.",
"Deemed the \"best breakfast in town\", it is NOT. When an establishment serves home style meals, you expect just that--something a little rich and comforting. You also expect them to somehow make these dishes \"their own\". And the Boardwalk Cafe did not. There's nothing special or extraordinary going on here--just bland and greasy food. You're better off making breakfast at home or going some place else.",
"Over the years I've discovered that we make mistakes when we expect to be \"knocked over\" every time we walk into an establishment. Immediate notice, service now, attractive ambiance, above standard food or products. We often miss little peculiar, endearing things by focusing on being \"taken care of\" instead of enjoying the moment.\n\nTake the Boardwalk Cafe. A cozy, easy going, well loved little neighborhood breakfast & lunch place. It is the kind of place that fills a welcome niche & doesn't try to be more than it is... reliable, friendly, popular & it actually serves pretty darn good meals. The food doesn't invite comparisons to bistro plates or chef-engineered brunches. It is simple, straightforward & easy on the stomach & wallet, if not the waistline. And single diners are as welcomed as full tables.\n\nPatrons usually enjoy themselves here, running into neighbors, hailing expected friends, young & old families grabbing a quick bite & the serving staff joking with them while keeping their coffee cups full, serving orders rapidly & clearing off tables in record time. The decor may resemble your Aunt Martha's circa 1960's kitchen but it's smoke free indoors, has booths (always in demand) & even a couple pub-style tables at the front floor-to-ceiling windows.\n\nThey have all the staples here. Plus smiles, decent coffee & brisk service even in their busiest rushes. Hint: Come with a book or newspaper midweek after 9am & you can also enjoy sitting as long as you want, sometimes catching the kind of banter in the background that comes with repeat customers & staff that feel at home where they are.",
"This is the type of place I would never normally go. It's a no-name place, no one I know had recommended it, and I hadn't ever checked it out on Yelp, so it didn't meet my criteria.\n\nHowever, my husband LOVES breakfast food and we were in the neighborhood and hungry, so we walked in.\n\nThe service here was great. Fast and friendly. The food was good, too. I loved the hash browns. LOVED. But my only complaint is that unlike First Watch and others like it, this place has absolutely no healthy options on the menu. So if you go, be prepared for some grease no matter what.",
"Went on a Saturday morning, and this place gets packed, so it gets a little cramped! Not a lot in terms of decor - just a basic diner-cafe type spot. They have several breakfast choices at cheap prices, and all were decent. Portions were big, and the service was very friendly and pretty fast.",
"The cafe was crowded when we arrived, which is always a good sign. Service was prompt. The half dozen or so waiters are all buzzing around and help each other. I drink soda with breakfast and they kept the refills coming.\n\nThe food was just average. We tried french toast, bacon & eggs, and the gyro sandwich. Nothing we had I couldn't have made myself. \n\nI like Stratton's right across the street for a better breakfast."
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"A new Mexican restaurant in the Italian Market, featuring Comida Corrida, or quick food. \n\nThe food is super authentic, lots of authentic Mexican dishes that you won't find at the other places in South Philly--like Huitlacoche, Pazole, and squash blossom quesadillas. \n\nThe tortillas are homemade and all of the food is very good. They have a fixed menu with an agua fresca for around 10-12 dollars, and tacos/tortillas etc. Small menu, but the whole group liked it. \n\nHighly recommend this new little BYOB. The owner is from the same family as the folks who own South Philly Barbacoa, so you know the food is good.",
"This place has only been open a few months and I've already been three or four times. This is *real* Mexican food-- not greasy, not smothered with cheese, and made from scratch. Twice I've had a fixed meal special- where $12 gives you a soup, a main dish, and agua fresca (horchata, guava, mango, lemonade- all yummy). I've also had their tacos al pastor which are banging. The menu is small- but the food is really excellent. It's already on my (short) list of best Mexican restaurants in South Philly.",
"Delicious, authentic and low key Mexican at this new place on 9th Street in the Italian Market area. Amazing homemade soup w meaty broth and chick peas! Tacos are perfect! Lovely waitstaff! We will come back. Thanks!",
"Looking for a taco on 9th st., I walked in randomly. It was really great and they were super friendly. Fresh made juice, carrot soup, meat, rice, beans, tortillas, vegetables all for $12. actually too much food for lunch. More fresh and generally healthy than any of the other neighborhood taquerias I have been in.",
"Love it! Got the pollo con mole torta which was flavorful and a perfect size! Love the bread and the guacamole and beans on the torta. My sister got the chorizo con papas and was very happy.\n\nWe will definitely return! I have a feeling this place's egg and chorizo sandwich is awesome...",
"OMG! A home run on the 1st day! The egg and cheese torta was delightful. Great flavors, a sandwich of sorts and as light as can be. Truly a labor of love. Don't overlook the freshly squeezed OJ. Can't wait to return and bring along some champagne/prosecco. Understand closed on weekends, but hopeful that will eventually be updated. And if you have an opportunity to chat with Cristina, do it. It is a delight to talk to an individual who is so into the food and has a love of her heritage. Good luck and thanks for sharing your food with us!",
"Just like South Philly Barbacoa, everything is made with total care and is absolutely delicious! You can taste the torta bread before you even bite down it is so fragrant and hot and fresh. Very happy for this new addition to the Italian market. Best tortas I've had in Philly (with a close second from neighbor Mole Poblano across the street).",
"Barbacoa South Philly was sold out but they sent us here - phenomenal, among the best tacos I've had on the east coast easily. Tortas were sold out (must have been a busy day all around) but I think we would have done tacos regardless. They served us complimentary house guacamole and chips beforehand - not sure if that's standard but it was excellent, and the portion was huge. \n\nTortillas themselves were yellow corn and hearty, without being stiff or overly tear prone. They served us two hot sauces at the table, and their was a station with additional condiments set up, much like Barbacoa has. Between the two of us we had the carnitas, al pastor and steak. The carnitas was the winner, but the al pastor was also excellent.\n\nHighly recommend, much better than the tourist traps down the street.",
"I'm from Texas and was hesitant about the food when we entered the establishment. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and directed to the menu. Their selling point is corn tortillas that are milled and created on site. It is a small selection of either tacos, burritos, or nachos with your choice of protein. We each ordered the three taco special and had two each of carnitas, chicken tinga, and a beef/ chorizo blend. \nOr server brought out small plate of chips with two bowls of dips. HOLY MACKEREL! One bowl was filled with delicious tomatillo and avacado dip that I wanted to bathe in! The other was a mild but flavorful cheese dip. You could tell the tortillas were \"homemade \" because of the chip texture. \nThen our tacos came out... generous portions of meat. The corn tortillas were soft and sturdy. The meats were tender and seasoned to perfection! \nDuring our meal, we were offered some aguas frescas with melon... so delicious! \nWe will definitely be back!",
"I love the food , the menu Is simple and yet the food is so delicious , the last time I was there I tried the tacos , but what I really want to try is the tortas so I'm hopping that soon I'll do that .. oh I can't forgot about the atole it was really good too .."
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"One of 3 locations (Princeton & New Hope are the other two), this newly established restaurant and bar has a great layout, decent food, and some very good home brewed beers. Try the \"flight\" sampler to pick out your favorites - a selection of 8 of the brews currently available, and enough for two to taste. The small but eclectic menu has a mix of tapas, sandwiches, and entrees. The thin crusted tomato, basil and mozzarella pizza is excellent, as are the fries, crab fritters, and vegetarian chili. The fish and chips was a generous serving - crispy fresh \"sticks\" of Maine scrod, and more fries. All the beers are worth sampling, but we enjoyed the \"Love Potion\" and Maibock best. This place is going to be a popular hangout, so get there early if you head out on the weekend!",
"My girlfriend and I stopped by in the middle of a long Center City walk. It's a little noisy downstairs and the host graciously sat us upstairs away from the masses. Our waiter (Andrew) was great and the \"small plates\" selections were a very pleasant surprise. The wine selection was also suprisingly good and I agree with the previous reviewer that the Maibock was great.",
"One of the nicest Microbreweries I have ever been in as well as friendly. The food was outstanding and I must suggest that you try their beer sampler: I found out that I like Honey Wheat and detest Belgian style brew. The Turkey Buffalo wings were great and the sauce was a great adventure in itself.\n\n08.2009: Once again this place proved itself as my favorite ppub in the lower inner-city. It was good food and great beer!",
"What heals a girl's broken heart? Yes, that's right, getting hit on and getting free drinks.\n\nThe bartenders at Triumph obligingly did both. Thanks for the beers and the love, guys. You made my weekend.",
"I'm only giving three stars because it seems to be one of the only brewpubs in the area which is odd for a city the size of Philly. The beers sucked... completely unbalanced in every aspect. The hops used in the IPA just seemed to clash with each other versus providing a nice hoppy flavor and the smoked Weizen was just disgusting.\n\nI've heard that the food was good but didn't try it myself as we were there just for the beer (a big mistake).\n\nThe atmosphere was upscale and modern... more club like than brewpub. I really think they have an identity crisis.",
"Let me start by saying...I wish I could give 3.5 stars. Triumph was better than 3 stars, but not good enough for four. Sorry.\n\nI really think I could have enjoyed my time & dinner at Triumph much, much better had it been more than say...about 45 degrees inside. Seriously, it was FREEZING. I was in pain from the cold (& I was wearing a turtleneck & long pants), it had my body so tense & strained. Hopefully, this is not the norm at Triumph, but I don't know.\n\nBeyond the freezing temperature the decor was nice & I enjoyed my food. I tried a really rather mouth-watering jalapeno tomato soup - yum! My entree was the fish and chips & I must say the fish were breaded to perfection. The chips were pretty good, too & I really liked the presentation of the dish. My boyfriend on the other hand, hand the porkchop which he said was good, but was impossible to cut with the inferior knife he was provided. \nYou might ask, well why didn't you simply ask for a better knife?\nWell, we didn't get the chance to ask because service here was very poor (& it wasn't even *close* to being busy that night) & our waiter was M.I.A. most of the time.\n\nTo be honest I wanted dessert, but between the poor service & the polar temperatures we wasted no time getting out of this place as soon as we possibly could.\n\nAs this is a brewing company I wish I could give my opinions on their beer, but sorry I don't drink beer, period.",
"I don't go into Philly very often, but every so often I come across a place that makes me reconsider it as a possible habitat for me. After walking around on Saturday (early evening-about 4:30pm), we tried to find a place for an early dinner. I was surprised at the number of places that had closed their kitchens while preparing for the dinner crowd. I am so accustomed to NYC that when the hostesses at several places told me this, I was truly confused. So walking into Triumph and being able to order food was an immediate star for me. \n\nI have to agree with the last reviewer that the size of this place seemed strange given the size of buildings in Philly. Nevertheless, the interior had a great set up (cool bathrooms where every stall is outfitted with your own sink!) of booths, tables and at least two (from what I saw) lounge areas with couches- a set up that would be perfect with a large group of friends. \n\nThe beer was fine. Nothing to freak out over, but certainly fine. The fact that it's brewed right there is a nice touch. The food started out well (the potato mushroom soup was fantastic), but finished out weak (the shrimp Po' boy sandwich was bland-tasting more like the oil it was fried in rather than anything else; short rib pot pie was a bit heavy and greasy, falling short on flavors). The fries were good though- salty and very crunchy with a nice potato flavor (actually, they were like a ramped up version of Burger King fries...)\n\nThe venue has a nice airy atmosphere and I think if I lived in the area, I would go for beer and snacks. It was a really nice find for me since it felt like a place I could gather with a bunch of friends, sit around and drink beer, not cocktails. Every person needs a place to drink a beer sampler. But since I don't live in the area, I would be more inclined to go for beer and snacks after I have had dinner elsewhere.",
"I'm really surprised by all of the 5 star reviews. I found the beer to be average and the food to be even averag(er). I do like the layout of the bar/restaurant itself however, very modern and inviting. Personally I'd rather see Triumph more in the Rittenhouse, Center City area, as I think it would be a nice place to visit afterwork compared to it's Old City location where it sort of sticks out from all of the other clubs.\n\nWould I go to Triumph again? Yes. Would I go out of my way to get there? Nope.",
"We had dinner here last night before going to see a movie at the Ritz at the Bourse. In summary, the beer was average - my Pilsner glass tasted a bit soapy. The blue cheese burger was acceptable but nothing special. Fries were boring. Decor was nice & clean. Place was reasonably crowded and not too pricey though, especially for this part of town.",
"Is it just me or are the burger and fries here awesome? I put Triumph in my top 5 burgers list. (Along with Eulogy, Race street cafe, Rouge, and Black Fish in Conshy)\n\nOk granted a brewery is supposed to have great beer and the folks who apparantly \"know beer\" aren't impressed. I drink Miller Lite 90% of the time so anything with flavor qualifies as a good beer for me. If you are into fancy beers stop at Eulogy first and choose from their gazillion Belgium beers with 15% alcohol. Then go to Triumph for the next few rounds and grab a burger and fries. You'll be sufficiently fat and happy at that point so the next stop is up to you. \n\nLast note, this place is modern (aka concrete everywhere) and thus pretty loud. Don't bring old people here. :)"
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"This place is close to my office (one of the few places I can walk to), and some of my co-workers like it, so I've gone a few times. I wouldn't go out of my way to go here, and I'll only go here if I'm with someone else who's going. On the other hand, this place isn't somewhere I'd veto when the group is making lunch plans.\n\nThe place servers sandwiches, paninis, and pizza. I've never had the pizza. The sandwiches and paninis aren't standard deli style, but have a bit of modern flair to them, with items such as corn kernels, feta, sundried tomatoes, etc. I think they try a bit too hard to be unique/special, but they're decent. The price is a bit higher than you might pay at a regular sandwich shop (8$ or so). \n\nTo be fair, I'm not a huge deli fan in general, and if I'm going to one, I'd much prefer to go to a mom-n-pop operation with some character (like Opa's) rather than a franchise that feels like a franchise.",
"I like the Spicy Pickle. It's always a fave of the gals in my office too. \n\nA deli is usually a challenge for those of us with gluten issues but I can always get a satisfying cup of soup and small salad from the Pickle for about $7. \n\nI'd love if they could do a \"build your own salad\" as well OR to just be able to choose one of the standard sandwiches and have that be served over greens. Their salad dressing for the Greek salad would be great with some sort of antipasti salad. I put the \"j\" in genius. \n\nMy number 1 salad pet peeve [number 2 is wet lettuce] is the bowl of greens and ingredients that runs $11.95. Not here... a small salad has a generous serving of crispy greens and toppings for less than $4. The only things I'd change are having a little more care with the salad presentation and to banish those cursed styrofoam take out containers. \n\nWhen I was there last week, there was a gal, a rover of sorts, coordinating the front of house. The whole team seemed to work together well to get the food out quickly. Go Pickle!",
"I loved the atmosphere, from the instant I walked in. The employees are friendly, and it's very clean and neat in appearance. I ended up ordering the kids meal, a pizza & a juice box, because I can be a picky eater. The portions were good - even for the kids meal! I felt like it was a very good choice in terms of where to spend my money on food.\n\nMy boyfriend had some type of sandwich and was very impressed with the quality as well as the friendliness of the employees.",
"Good service upscale sandwich shop. Prices are a touch about the rest for the quantity..but really, not that much more. It's like Starbucks and subway had a lovechild.\n\nLove the Soup and Sandwich combo special. The daughter really likes the pizza lunch (great deal too).\n\nIt's really a great place to get lunch if you want \"lighter food\" with a little higher quality food stuffs.\n\nParking sucks and the turn around can be a little slow because of the freshness of how things are being made.\n\nI will go back and wouldn't stop my friends from going here.",
"Ok let's face it the name is a bit weird, but the food is great! They recently changed their menu to add a soup and 1/2 a sandwhich option and I love it! I got the chicken noodle soup and the turkey panni. It was just the right amount of food. And of course, the pickle was great as well. \n\nWhile I have waited in line before, I went at 11:45 and was first in line. They brought my food to the table, which was a nice touch (as usual). The only complaint I have is that they jam the tables in so they can seat as many people as possible in the tiny store. i am glad that I can always get a table, but I would like to have the option of not getting constantly bumped by the person sitting behind me.\n\nAll in all...great value for the money.",
"Love Spicy Pickle, the food is fresh and always tasty! I would highly recommend the corn bisque soup that they offfer, always great with half a sandwhich.",
"Came here for a quick lunch on Saturday. Quick service. The half sandwich half soup combo was perfect for a light lunch. Half way through our meal my boyfriend realized he got the wrong sandwich and the staff was great about changing it right away. He even asked for just a half since he already ate half of it but they insisted on giving him a whole sandwich. lots of variety and you can also customize your own sandwich. Definitely a favorite in reno.",
"Salads are amazing, paninis are great, serivce is even better. It's not the healthiest place in the world but they have nutritional info posted on their site which is always a plus. \n\nIf you get the 1/2 sandwich and a side combo it's relatively cheap and a little healtheir. The salads are awesome.. I usally get half a panani snadwich (they are all good) a \"side \"salad as (the side salad is huge). The soup is good but you get his tiny cup as a side when they give you this giagantic \"side\" salad.",
"HOLY SHIT THAT'S A SPICY PICKLE! I thought the name was just a joke, but don't underestimate the fire of that little green pickle or you will be a bit overwhelmed.\n\nThe sandwich selections are basically like an upscale Panera and the pickles just make this place a real winner. I would definitely come back here again!",
"These are some of the best paninis and sandwiches in town! The Italian panini is to die for. The side of pasta salad is great. You can come out of there smelling like food, so I would recommend sitting outside on the patio, which is great on a summer day anyway!"
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"I've heard wonderful things about this restaurant from friends that visited St. Pete's Beach. They told me that the food is worth flying across the country ... I think I am going to take their word for it.",
"What a great surprise in a sweet little town! \n\nOur experience at Vida De Cafe was lovely from start to finish. Creative & well-thought out, tasty dishes are plentiful. \n\nI have never in my life tasted something as delightful as the (hummus &) onion chips! The refreshing fresh squeezed juice was divine. My husband & I enjoyed our experience so much, that we engaged our personable waiter and the chef about how our selections were made. \n\nEverything we tried was complex and top notch, which is often not the case with veggie/vegan food if it's not thoughtfully created. (I am not one to enjoy bland food.) It was obvious that the staff was proud of their restaurant, as they well should be. We very much look forward to returning next winter!",
"Best green juice I have ever had. Ever. It was so fresh and had the perfect balance of sweet from the apple, a bit of tart from the lemon, and of course the freshness of the spinach. I dream about it sometimes... it was magical. Really. Ok that's lame, but honestly wow. So simple and so good.\n\nLovely location in the historic district. The cafe itself was bright and airy and you could even see the gulf from the front window. Unfortunately I forget the name of the server, but she was very nice and we got to talking about vegan options in the area. I was saying how awesome it was to have a restaurant like this so close to my resort - as a vegan I was worried I'd be stuck eating Subway my entire vacation (in truth I only went to Subway once, which was gross, and I otherwise ate raw all week out of my hotel room). Publix has some vegan convenience foods but they are not reasonably priced. \n\nSince I was eating basic raw foods all week, going to this cafe was such a treat because the food is so nourishing and filling! I got the Sicilian Lasagna which came with spinach and marinated mushrooms. I have been to a few raw restaurants before and never have I had a meal served on a warm plate. What a perfect touch. It really added a complexity to the dish because it melted some of the nut cheese of the lasagna and warmed the mushrooms. Such a good idea and it really added to the flavor. The portion was huge and I only managed to finish half of the lasagna - took the rest back to the hotel, along with a slice of cheesecake that I ate the next day (it was so refreshing! just the right amount of lime). \n\nMy only regret is that I only got to visit once on my vacation! I would almost plan a vacation again with my lodgings closer to Pass-A-Grille so that I could eat here everyday. I'm serious. It's that good.",
"We had lunch at Vida de Cafe today and it was fine dining raw style. We tried the tacos, gnocchi, crab cake, sushi, and the cheesecake and loved all of it. The ingredients were top notch, and the dishes were creative and well seasoned. I am an omnivore and my daughter is a vegan. We were both completely satisfied, and I plan to return. I think I will attend one of the raw food cooking lessons too. This restaurant is not just for raw food enthusiasts. Anyone would be blown away by the fresh, complex food. Give it a try!",
"My wife and I are in the area for the NCAA Hockey finals and chose to stay near the beach in Pass-A-Grille. I am so pleased that I can get such outstanding vegan food only 6 short blocks from our cottage. The beach, the sunsets and great food ... sometimes I make really good choices. I even met other visitors from the Albany, NY area (a nice young woman and her baby) so I got to share pleasant experiences back home in places like X's to O's Vegan Bakery in Troy.",
"Amazingly good! If you are looking for an extraordinary vegan meal and you are around Florida coast you must go to Vida de Cafe. Everything my wife and I ordered was OMG experience. The green juice, the Sicilian lasagna, the gnoquis, the chili soup, the mushrooms tostones and the awesome vegan brownies with vegan ice cream were so fantastic tha We felt a compelling need to talk to the chef and owner. It is so hard to find VEGAN restaurants that when you find a jewel like Vida de Cafe you have to tell everybody.",
"When visiting St. Pete Beach this week I was blown away by the small, authentic oasis of Vida de Cafe. It plays a huge part in making the Pass-A-Grille district in St. Pete beach as charming as it is, and I knew it was love at first sight when I saw the poster for \"Forks Over Knives\" on the store window.\n\nI 'd recommend to people who enjoy healthy, thoughtful food, whether they're vegan or not (because of dishes like the key lime pie for example, where I 'd never peg the dairy-free difference!).\n\nUsually I find vegan spots to be pricier than the average restaurant, but this place doesn't sacrifice price for quality (or vice versa). Oh, and once I was done drooling over the dishes, I noticed the server was very lovely too, and she answered any questions we had about the dishes in front of us.\n\nVerdict: Healthy, friendly and cheap. I don't know of any better combination for the meal of a traveller.",
"Amazing food and juices but the service needs to match the quality of food. The staff was more concerned about a child in the back than with the paying patrons in the restaurant. It's hard to get raw food and juices any where so this place is a welcome to my travels, just wish there was a little fire in the kitchen to pump out better service.",
"The food was absolutely amazing at this raw vegan cafe! The crab cake really does taste like crab, and the sushi is bursting with flavor! The ceasar salad is really tasty as well. For dessert we had the brownie which was very rich and satisfied my sweet tooth! The location is perfect when visiting Pass-a-grille!",
"Great place for raw foods and vegan options. We stuck to the juices while we were there for midmorning pickup and they were great. The green was delicious, super bright green with tons of those good things we're supposed to eat every day. HUbby had the berry blast thingy which looked like a smurf in a blender but tasted really good! It definitely offset all the poor dietary choices we were making during our beach vacation!"
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"After checking in to the Westin, we walked along the Riverwalk looking for dinner. After reviewing all of our options we decided to go back to the hotel and grab a burger at the bar. We walked into the restaurant, River Rock Kitchen, and were pleasantly surprised at the small plates tapas menu.\n\nThe combination of flavors found on each dish were sublime. And I don't say that lightly - I've had lots and lots of calamari, Brussel sprouts and sea bass but the dishes we had tonight were exceptional. \n\nThe calamari was paired with banana peppers which offset any hint of the over fried flavor so commonly associated with calamari - it was great. The Brussel sprouts had a delicate hint of pork which accented their essential nature rather than crushing it into porky submission - another winner. Sea bass may be good or just another fish. When the chef paired tonight's sea bass with a mild lemon grass broth he was able to create a harmony where the whole was truly greater than the sum of its parts. \n\nAll in all, this was a stellar meal quietly tucked away inside the Westin. The service was pleasant and the decor interesting. Our total bill was in line with what we would have paid at one of the local fish houses. I will be back soon.",
"Living in NY, we are used to high quality food and preparation. Even though the concept is small plates, they don't skimp on portions. This restaurant rivaled many of my favorite restaurants in NYC and Long Island. From the gnocchi with short ribs- melt In your mouth, the truffle Mac and cheese- heaven on the tongue, the scallops-perfectly cooked with pear that burst with flavor, steak frittes-couldn't be better,lamb- expertly seasoned and prepared- melt in your mouth, and the bread service was a wonderful mix of olive oil, asiago cheese, black pepper and herbs. The dessert and coffee/espresso was also enjoyable but they need to up the ante on the selection. Kanir offered great service. Wine was also very satisfying and reasonable. Thanks for a great meal.",
"I have been staying at the Westin for almost a month and eating many (ok most) of my meals from the River Rock Kitchen and I say - go there - it's good food! It is a small plates restaurant, so be sure to tell them how you want to receive your food (or it will come out in a random order), but be prepared to enjoy everything you receive. I have come to love the Kale Salad, the Fired Chicken Wings and the Asparagus with 40 Hour Egg as appetizers. For the main, my go to is either the Steak Frittes or the Verlasso Salmon or the Pan Seared Scallops. I almost always get the side of Brussel Spouts and I have not been disappointed. The food comes (as much as can) from local farms The wait staff are people you would like to hang with and will do what it takes to make it a great experience.",
"Delicious. Run do not walk to eat here. Thank you for bringing delicious small plates to Wilmington!",
"The best food in the area by far and excellent service. Our waitress was fabulous and everything was delicious. Lots of great choices on the menu.",
"We wanted to try something new for lunch so we went to River Rock Kitchen. The decor is nice but looks and smells very much like a hotel. (Which makes sense as it is the Westin.)\nWaitress seemed inexperienced but friendly. Ordered a Chicken Panini sandwich. Sandwich arrived relatively quickly but the bread was overly toasted and super dry and had to be sent back. The fries were very good. Waited for the new sandwich for about 10 minutes but it was good once I received it. \n\nWilling to give it another try.",
"The food was incredible, but for food of this quality and price point, the service really was unimpressive. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable-- but we ordered our food, and it seemed like the kitchen prepared and sent it out one plate at a time, in no particular order over the course of 15ish minutes. The appetizers came out after the main course, and some were done eating before one person had even gotten their dish. We were not prompted to order a second round of drinks or desserts, and much of the meal felt awkward, as the timing of the whole meal was stilted. The server was good. But a great server helps guide you through the meal experience, and you should never be sitting around wondering 'what comes next?'\n\nAlso, you should be aware that they serve small plates. We were not aware of this, and neither the server or menu made an effort to let us know, so we ended up being incredibly disappointed with the portion size (it's fine and really delicious for small plates, as long as you know that they will be small plates). \n\nI hope to try this place again, because the decor is so beautiful and the food truly was excellent. And I really hope to not have the same experience I did on Saturday. This is one of the only places where I really hope to be proved wrong about.",
"Was disappointed by service, quality of breakfast food, as well as pricing. Eggs were incorrectly cooked, sauce for Eggs Benedict was too thick and very salty. Poached eggs were heavy of a vinegar taste, hash brown potatoes were portioned small and undercooked. Waffles were too thin and overcooked. Very disappointing.",
"Best place to eat in the area of the hotel. Food is fresh, delicious and \"beautiful.\" :) (presentation) Service is exceptional. The servers, both dinner and breaksfast, were extremely friendly. During my breakfast visit our table was close to the kitchen. I overheard the manager say \"you're doing an excellent job, thank you\" to one of his kitchen staff... warmed my heart. I'm coming back.",
"Love the food and the service and the hotel. Just wish there were more veggie options. The plates are tapas style so you'd need 2-3 plates to be full depending on the dish. Some of my favorites are the salmon, filet mignon, brussel sprouts, and kale salad. Some of the menu items ch"
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"Thunderbird's soft opening is tonight and it's great(the grand opening will be in about a week). \nYou're going to see several things on the menu that you want to try and you should try all of them. The entrees are along the lines of small plates and not what your average Indianapolis resisent would consider to be an entree. We split two entrees and a side between two people and were pretty set but I was famished so if you're not starving an entree and a side will do just fine by you. \nNow, let me take a moment to talk about our side. We had the crispy hominy and holy crap. So delicious. If you've never had hominy you ain't lived! Try it here and you'll want to eat it forever. The mac and cheese was also mind-numbingly delicious. They use chihuahua cheese which gives it an extra dose of amazing. We also had the hush puppies which I was lucky to try at all because the boyfriend didn't want to give them up! \nThey're definitely still easing in to a smooth operation since they just opened so account for that if the drinks are a bit slow but the food came out super fast and the drinks were worth the wait. The atmosphere is the new rustic chic we're seeing around town but it's comfortable and relaxed. Not as much snobbery as some of the other hip new places in town. \nAll in all, I will be back. Frequently.",
"Shrimp and grits with salsa Verde. Fried beets with goat cheese. Slapped actress. (you have to come try one to find out what it is). The table next to us sharing their chicken and hoe cake sandwich with us. Our server was attentive and adorable (that's not sexist, its just true). Great ambiance in a great neighborhood. Brave the could weather and go. you won't want to leave.",
"We went to the soft opening today. The restaurant should open Wednesday or Thursday of next week. The inside is really cool--brick wall, wooden booths, industrial lights, and a wall to pay tribute to the old Thunderbird with a piano and other musical instruments. The menu is more cocktail driven with ten options for food. All the food is $10 which is convenient and pretty cheap. The plates range on the size of medium and could certainly be shared with your group. We ordered the Hush Puppies, Biscuit and Gravy, Shrimp and Grits, Chicken and Hoecake Sandwich and a side of Cornbread. The Biscuit and Gravy were DELICIOUS and are a must! The sauce was semi thick and the biscuits tasted like butter. The hush puppies were our second favorite being fried perfectly and having just the right amount of salt flavor. The grits from the shrimp and grits was creamy and cheddary however our shrimp was slightly undercooked. The chicken and hoecake sandwich was good, but lacked on the chicken flavor and the hoecake was slightly too thick for the sandwich. The cornbread was the only dish we did not finish. It was dry and lacked any substantial flavor. We ordered seven different cocktails-- Slapped Actress, Bourbon Redemption, Goldenrod, Goddamn Rotterdam, Joke about Jamaica, Boneshaker, and Corpus Callosum. Of these, the Slapped Acress, Bourbon Redemption, and the Joke about Jamaica were our favorite. The Boneshaker was everyone's least favorite (and most expensive). Definitely an awesome place and a great addition to Fountain Square",
"The Mac n Cheese and Biscuits and Duck Neck Gravy are both fantastic. Awesome atmosphere, yummy drinks, fun staff. Indy's newest 'must-visit' establishment",
"I felt like I escaped to Chicago for the evening--from the exposed brick walls to the expansive u-shaped bar to the modern-southern cuisine and smart coctails--this place is a gem and a needed addition to the Indy scene! I am bound to be a regular.",
"Officially opened on Tuesday, this place was hopping tonight for first Friday. We sat at the bar, made of beautiful reclaimed wood. Really classy urban design, thanks again Nikki Sutton! We ordered what seemed to be the most popular 4 items on the menu: crispy hominy, hush puppies, biscuits and gravy, and chicken n hoecake sandwich. My favorite was definitely the duck neck gravy and biscuits. So rich! Goes great with a beer. A close 2nd was the deep fried hominy. (Hush puppies could use a little more salt IMO) Between the 2 of us, we were stuffed. The owner was busy mixing cocktails and saying hi and our server at the bar was friendly. We were talking about potential future 1st Friday theme nights :). Food was a little slow to come out, but we were in no hurry and were happy w our drinks. I think this place will do well. We'll def be back.",
"What impressed me the most was how well they had their shit together for just opening on Tuesday and being packed on a Friday night. Drink selection was nice and fairly priced and the food was unique and satisfying. We split the mac&cheese, hush puppies, and the cheese sandwich (I forget its actually name). By far the best part of the meal was the mac&cheese. The hush puppies were good but lacked a distinctive flavor. One of my friends said they needed more salt. Overall, really cool atmosphere and friendly servers -- I'll be back!",
"Great new addition to the Fountain Square area. Cool décor and friendly atmosphere. The biscuits and gravy were great ... flavorful but not heavy. Also had the kale salad and that was good without being bitter. The few drinks we had were solid, not unlike any of the other specialty cocktails you have probably had before.",
"Rad new spot for cocktails and apps. Sam was great as our server. I really loved the kale salad! Will definitely be back for that! We also had the fried beets (excellent) and macaroni- which I probably wouldn't order again, basically a super heavy cream sauce without much cheese flavor. We'll be back!",
"Traveled to ole Fountain Square last weekend to try out its newest restaurant. I feel like kinda a huge jerk giving it only 3 stars. Once again, I really wish there were half stars... I would definitely give it a solid 3.5. \n\nI think to be fair, this place is good for what it offers... and I guess that what it offers just isn't my favorite. Decent selection of draft beers and cocktails. Pretty small menu. I split the pimento grilled cheese, macaroni and cheese and hush puppies. Pimento grilled cheese = SO GOOD. Macaroni and cheese = pretty good. Hush puppies = not my favorite. \n\nI went to Thunderbird feeling famished and ravenous. This is not the place to go if you're feeling those things. The food is a pretty small serving, and while it's heavy, comfort food, didn't completely fill me up. \n\nI think this place airs a bit on the pretentious side, but I think that's what it's going for too. Like I said, this place is good for what it offers - it's just not my go-to place. \n\nI would probably go back a couple more times to try the biscuits and gravy and get a cocktail, but it wouldn't be my first choice.\n\nGood atmosphere though and really great service, especially for it just opening."
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"Delicious authentic Mexican food. I've only gotten take out so I can't comment on the wait staff, but my food has always been ready to pick up at the promised time as well as being correct to what I ordered. I knew I was going to like this place when I saw they had my favorite El Yuchateco hot sauce on the tables! A+",
"Went here a few weeks ago. The place is nice and the staff is friendly. The food however was ok. I had the chicken fajitas and sadly it was tasteless. There was no spices whatsoever on it. The guacamole was just ok too. We may try again in a month or so when they've been open longer.",
"Wanted to try this new place but a sign says closed until further notice (10/14/17). Guess we will travel to Deptford.",
"I hate to say it because I would love for them to succeed: it was the worst Mexican food I've ever had. \n\nThe \"Salsa Fresca Nachos\" with chicken were just chips with shredded chicken and melted cheese. No peppers, no onions, no herbs or flavoring. Nothing else\n\nThe chicken quesadilla was soggy and tasteless. The guacamole was clearly from a can. \n\nThe chorizo tacos were so salty that I could barely finish them, and the corn tortillas had absolutely no taste. They are clearly using the cheapest ingredients they can find. Stay away!",
"The worst Mexican food I've ever had. The beef nachos were just dry, unseasoned ground beef smothered in white American cheese on top of thick, cardboard-like chips. The chicken enchilada was dry shredded, unseasoned chicken with a smear of plain tomato sauce painted on top. Flies and gnats were swarming around us which made our dining experience that much more unpleasant. Needless to say I won't be back!",
"Really good Mexican food!! Mocajete fajitas for two was the bomb. Guacamole was really good too- rivals El Vez. Churros for dessert...YUM.",
"Went here last night (11/21/17) for dinner.\n\nIt was relatively busy when we walked in around 6:30 - there were four other tables occupied and three people waiting for takeout.\n\nSome sort of employee spat was being rectified at the front desk as we entered and my wife looked at me as if to say \"you brought me here why?\"\n\nWe got our drinks (soda) pretty quickly but as there was only one person at the time serving, and it was our first time, we took our time with the menu and asked her to come back twice.\n\nWe ordered one beef tostada and one chalupa for appetizers. The ground beef was very nicely flavored; not overly spicy and not extremely salty or overly chewy. If they sold a bowl of that with a spoon, I'd probably eat it.\n\nWe also ordered guacamole with our chips and salsa. The chips were quite tasty; not overly salty and had a good heft, allowing to pick up salsa and guac without breaking easily. The guacamole was very good as well, but the portion was a little small.\nRefills on chips are not complementary.\n\nMy carnitas platter was very good. The texture of the pork was a little different than I'm used to at other area Mexican restaurants, but the flavor was very, very good. The refried beans, pico de gallo, and rice on the plate were also quite tasty. There were pickled? jalapenos on the dish that I'm unable to eat, so I gave them to my wife.\n\nMy wife had the Burrito Salsa Fresca (with chicken). I had a couple bites but some sort of jalapeno zing on it made it difficult for me to enjoy it. She really enjoyed it and killed almost half of it. (It was pretty sizable).\n\n\n\nWe'll go back.",
"So glad to have a Mexican place in town. The food was fresh and delicious. Combo chicken and steak fajitas, garlic shrimp and chicken burrito were all prepared perfectly. BYOB makes it even better. The cheese dip appetizer was bland and we wouldn't get it again. Only suggestion is to fix the music. It was in and out during our whole meal. The music adds to the ambiance. We will be back.",
"Pleasantly surprised. There's a real need for good Mexican food in this area. Salsa Fresca fills that need. The quesadillas were great as were the poblano enchiladas. I didn't care for the queso, it's too spicy for me. My husbands loves the queso with meat. The sopapillas are also great. Nice and crisp with honey and chocolate sauce. A great addition to the area!",
"I am first to say I LOVE Mexican food and I am extremely picky!! So I am very hard to convince. This place exceeded my expectations!! The service was great -- Thanks Brandon, and the chef Jose was amazing! We had a party of six, which we called ahead for, the moment we walked through the door the table was ready for us. The decor was brand new, so cute and inviting. The menu was great and had a lot of options! Even a great kids menu, for my two and half year old son. It is a BYOB restaurant, which they provided beer/wine glasses for us. The food was hot and delicious, the shrimp, steak, chicken salads and tacos were all phenomenal! We will absolutely be back here again and I am so glad that my home town now has an amazing Mexican spot !"
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"If you're used to Noble Romans, this is similar yet different. Same tasting pizza and breadsticks but a much better variety. There are several unique and different pizzas and toppings available. I personally love cherry peppers, which the only other pizza place that I know has them, is Pizza Hut. They are delicious! Turkey sausage is also unique, for those who don't like typical sausage, like myself.\n\nI ordered a hand tossed pizza, although when I got it home, it was more like thin crust. Not sure if I got the bottom of the barrel or not enough yeast, but this wasn't hand tossed. Breadsticks are exactly like Noble Romans except the sauces that come with them are in TINY cups! I asked for two cheese sauces with my six sticks and only ended up eating 3 of the 6 breadsticks because I ran out of dipping sauce. Order double of what you think you need.",
"Noble Roman's is back in all of its glory. Food, service, and atmosphere were all on point. Interior is very clean and looks brand new.",
"Pizza was ok . Ordered the pizza with the 4 or 5 different cheese added pepperoni and salami , didn't get either one but paid for it . The dessert pizza was burnt to heck , literally took a bite and spit it out . Inside the shop is beautiful and very well done , staff is super friendly . Maybe I caught them on an off day will give them another chance soon",
"Great service. Food was excellent. Sat at the bar and had a nice experience. Will definitely come again.",
"Bad experience- prices are much higher than the noble romans that is 2 min down the road . Ordered the same lunch special of a personal pizza, breadsticks and a drink- only to get 3 breadsticks (instead of 5) as well as a small to go cup and my total was $4.00 more expensive. Cashier was rude when I asked the difference . Won't be going back.",
"Excellent! The Sicilian style pizza was delicious. I had the spinach salad which was also excellent. The ingredients are all fresh and they have endless options for the pizza. An interesting addition that I haven't seen in a pizza place is the \"sauce station.\" They have various sauces and oils to add to you pizza if wanted. Great atmosphere and bar. TVs everywhere. My only complaint (minor) is the \"order at the counter and take a number\" style of service. I prefer full service.",
"Very over cooked pizza with dark dark brown crust. Fed to dog. Very disappointed I wasted my money.",
"Waked in tonight. Not overly busy, but it is a Tuesday. Sat at the bar. That was a mistake. Bartender had two speeds, slow and indifferent. Finally got to order 2 beers and a dozen wings. Split the sauce on the wings half and half. Well they all came out one sauce. They were small and dry. Tried to order pizza, but bartender ignored us for ladies at the end of the bar. Took my tab to the pizza line to pay. Told 2 of the ladies their bartender sucked. No offered to get manager. Won't be going back there ever. Beware.",
"Ordered pizza and salad to stay. Pizza was great salad very good according to picky wife. Very busy but very quick service. Fair price. \n\nThe Unknown Diner digs it!",
"This is not the Noble Roman's I'm used to. Craft pizza? Whaaaat? But hey, I'm always down to try new things and since pizza is like... well, let's just say that even when it's bad it's good and leave it at that. So how bad could it be? Well, I was pleasantly surprised to find that it's not bad at all! We went with some friends and each got a pie. You order at the counter and then they bring it out once it's done. Our total wait, on a Friday while they were packed, was only about ten minutes! The pizza itself was good - not quite Blaze but also better than, well, Noble Roman's. The restaurant itself is nice. They've got it decorated nicely and also have lots of TVs on if you're trying to watch the game. There's also a bar area and they serve beer and wine. My only complaint about the way it's setup is that it's very compact. On a busy night like when we were there it was hard to even navigate between tables since everything was so close together. But that's a pretty minor complaint. It certainly wasn't the best pizza I've ever had, but it was pretty good. Not sure we'll be back (there are a lot of other places to get a good pizza), but I did enjoy our visit and wouldn't mind if we went again."
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"Aside from Smokes and MarBar, this was the most convenient bar for me when I went to Penn, and yet NONE of my classmates went there. It was taboo. \n\nI still went, though, from time to time. It's a pretty fun group of Drexel kids on the weekends, and the cover is low (when they have one). The ambiance is dive-barish, but you won't pay an arm and a leg for a drink either. It's also a decent place to watch big sports games. \n\nThe layout is a little awkward, honestly. You're either standing around the bar or you feel like you're on a separate planet, and the \"dance floor\" makes absolutely no sense for dancing.",
"Somebody today asked me, \"Where are all the sports bars in Philadelphia?\"\n\nThere aren't any. That's because places like Cavanaugh's have become more \"college\" than sports bars. I too, when in college, knew of this place. It was popularized by the Greek-life folks.\n\nThis place has cheap domestic beers, good chicken fingers, and lots going on. If that's your scene, load up. But I would not catch a game here, or a cold.",
"I stumbled across this place on a random weekday with a coworker because we were in West Philly on business. It was definitely not a \"nice\" place but the food was decent and the prices were not bad and the service was actually pretty good that night. Maybe because it was a Wednesday and there were no games on. \n\nIf you just need a quick place to grab a decent bite, grab a beer, and watch a game, this place will do just fine. It's also really spacious inside.",
"GREAT FOOD! Ever since I discovered that this bar served take-out and delivery, Cavanaugh's has been on my speed dial. No joke. The food is amazing. Typically bars serve alright food.. Hey, after a few drinks you aren't going to notice!\n\nNot the case with Cav's. Everything that I have tried has been a treat for my mouth. Especially the Nachos Grandes and the Chicken Quesadillas. Their desserts are pretty amazing as well; I especially recommend the carrot cake. The only thing I don't like about the cheesecake is the lack of crust.. which, to me is the best part. \n\nI highly recommend Cav's, even if you don't want anything to drink.",
"I went here last weekend on a Saturday night. They were busy because it was a fight night and they were charging $10 to get in. They were nice enough to let us chill until the fight actually began and then would come around to see if we wanted to stay for $10 or go. I had a beer and some fries, the fries were pretty good.....mmmmm....wedge shaped. \nThere was a nice mix of people, college alumni (yup, there were a few Drexel alums there), college kids, and locals. The service was decent, it was a pretty comfortable environment, but I'm warning you, tv's are everywhere.",
"I will never forget you, Cavanaugh's. Going there on a fine Sunday evening to witness alleged history in the making, I was humiliated and betrayed in front of all my friends. 18-1. sigh. 'til next season.\n\nPros:\nGreat sports bar (read: more LCD screens than a LAN party)\nFun-loving, spirited cross-section of West Philly denizens\nWall-to-wall refrigerators of beer (take-out or drink-in)\nTasty wings...although on super bowl sunday, the wings on our last plate looked like a bunch of midget Lilliputians...which, on second thought is probably the anatomically-accurate size of a pre-steroid era chicken\n\nCons:\nCan be armpit in your face, holding onto the ceiling, NYC subway at rush-hour crowded\nPhilly liquor laws suck...nothing like getting ripped for a 6-pack\n\nBottom line:\nGet a table, watch the game with friends, drink macro-brews, and cheer for the Eagles like mad",
"I am a fan as they were able to get us our Cal Golden Bears football game as Fox and Hound couldn't. They saved our Cal alumni outing, and it seemed like a pretty chill place to watch a game.\n\nI hope to be able to get audio on games in the future, but hey they did deliver on a Cal game when Fox and Hound bailed on us.",
"These guys are amazing. Where can I go to watch a 10pm West Coast Cal football game with other Cal alums? Here at Cavanaughs. They even let us not pay the $10 cover charge for the Hopkins fight and were willing to negotiate on a cheaper cover for us.\n\nMiller was 7.50/pitcher and we were able to get the game on two TVs with audio!!!!\n\nThanks again to these guys to hooking us up with the game, while other Philly bars may have had a hard time getting us this late starting game.",
"My coworker had a craving for burgers and fries, and I happily jumped on the bandwagon-- I was getting a little tired of the three places I frequent for lunch. \n\nSo a cheeseburger from Cavanaugh's with a side of Old Bay fries it was! \n\nThe fries were great. The cheeseburger was on the dry side, although I had ordered it medium well. I would actually love to come here during a game, where okay food is permissible when you're buzzed/drunk!",
"Yoo college! Everyone in this bar is in it. Wednesday they have 75cent drinks til 12. There's over 40 TV's in one room - plus a huge projector. It'd be a nice place to watch a game - esp. if you live in the area. Def fun on Erin Express."
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"Open again! Hallelujah. It's been around for 101 years and the reopening this past fall after Katrina made for a nice article in the NYTimes. Anyway, the gelato for me lived up to the hype...haven't tried the other goodies yet but they look really good.",
"Tolerable gelato, frightening espresso, typical canelloni (which is to say, one bite is more than enough), scary cookies, surprisingly unclean for a place that just reopened... you can do better. I am neither originally from NOLA nor especially nostalgic, so this place doesn't work for me.",
"UPDATE: Havent been here in a while but I finished the CCC10K and decided to meet up with some people and I picked here because it was convenient so the others wouldnt have to drive around.\n\nI really love the Almond Crescents. It's really sweet though but for 2.95 it satisfied my craving. \n\nPlease come if you would like to experience a mom and pop italian gelatto where the locals frequent. The lines may be long but they move along quick. Cookies, cakes, spumoni, gelatto, whatever strikes your mood, come here for it!\n\nIt taste like ice cream to me and I have had some good gelatto in NY, but this was nothing to rave about----before Katrina.\n\nParking is on the side of the building and some off street, check hours before coming because after Katrina, hours have changed alot, they close early and are closed 2 days out of the week, so make sure before you drive out that way.",
"Good gelato, phenomenal espresso (sorry reviewer David... you must not know espresso). \n\nThey've got perhaps the only *real* espresso machine in town. The huge brass machine looks like an idol on the counter and should be worshiped accordingly. \n\nReminds me of the espresso I had in Italy this summer. MMMM... Good.",
"As I've mentioned in other reviews, I confess that I don't really *know* my gelato. It all tastes about the same to me. That said, I thought the gelato I had here was pretty tasty - I had a rum-flavored one that I can't remember what it was called (zuppa something?) and a pumpkin one that was very rich and spicy. They also offer a selection of yummy-looking Italian pastries - I took a photo of the pastry case and posted it here so you can get an idea of the offerings. \n\nWhile the decor is a little on the cheesy Italian side, I couldn't help but fall a little in love with the spirit of a place that rises from the flood waters to live again. I know there are a lot of other businesses in NO that deserve credit for doing this, but there are a lot of others that didn't make it back. Brocato's is one of the ones that made it, because its owners cared enough to rescue their business from the wreckage, to bring gelato and Italian pastries to the people who remain loyal to their city. Check out the photo behind the counter of this store after Katrina, and you can't help but feel like there must be some serious love behind every sweet offering in this place.",
"I can only speak for the cold bits, but they were pretty good. I'm not a gelato expert, but it did not really taste like the gelato I had in rome (and supposedly that was actual gelato). But, it was tastier than heck. You should stop reading and start licking that scoop!",
"I can't believe there are ONLY 6 reviews!\n\nI also can't believe no one has commented on the Italian Ice!!!\n\nWe used to live around the corner from this establishment and Mid-City New Orleans staple.\n\nMy addiction is the Strawberry Italian Ice. My husband LOVES the Lemon and Watermelon flavored Italian Ice. I love the Mango and Raspberry and Blackberry and Lime. mmmmm\n\nand the Shnozberry...now I'm just kidding, although, Willy Wonka would be delighted to taste these Italian treats.\n\nThe only ingredients for the Italian Ice are fruit, sugar and ice. Seriously.\n\nThere are seasonal flavors too. Lime is one of them. \n\nYou can view the seasonal flavors on the chalk board behind the counter.\n\nCall them first to check their hours.\n\nWe make a stop here every time we return home.\n\nThe Italian Ice is a lactose-intolerant person's dream!",
"A New Orleans classic. Lots of heart and soul in this place. Take the Canal/Carrollton streetcar, which passes right in front, for a memorable experience outside the Quarter.",
"Great desert and Gelato shop. All the sweets are authentic italian and delicious. The Gelato is one of the best around, I'd probably say it is THE BEST that I have tried. Although, Ive yet to have La Davina Gelataria and people keep telling me that is really good. You cant go wrong with Angelo's, everything here is great. I personally like the italian chocolate chip (i forget the real name for it) and the italian ice's (which taste like smoothies in gelato form) and as someone already said before the only ingredients are fruit, ice, and sugar. Its a must experience for ice cream and sweet lovers. O and its not very expensive",
"My parents have always told me about this place. they discovered it on their honeymoon over 35 years ago. This summer I was able to go there with them. What a treat. Everything was great! The Cannoli's were incredible and the spammoni was great too! This is a little out of town, but well worth the trip."
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"Good Morning Mama's recently opened and is an offshoot of Mama Corrolla's. It's located next door. We went for breakfast but they serve lunch as well.\n\nBreakfast was good. I had the Eggs in Purgatory which is two poached eggs in Mama Corrolla's marinara sauce with a side of toast. It was really tasty & had tons of marinara that I was tempted to slurp off the plate. My friends both had eggs, sausage, cheese grits (which they said were great) and toast. \n\nI definitely want to go again to try other breakfast & lunch items.",
"I did like Good Morning Mamas. It has really cute decor and some fun items on the menu.\n\nI had French toast with almonds. It was good and service was quick. I've heard other people complain that it is \"boring,\" but it seemed to have some unique menu items to try for the more adventurous.\n\nIt is a good place to grab a quick breakfast with friends.",
"Had a great breakfast early in the afternoon at GMM. The veggie omelet/toast/tomatoes was very good and service was quick and efficient. Sat at the counter and enjoyed all the activity buzzing around the restaurant on a Saturday afternoon. Initially I thought breakfast was served all day on Sunday only but the waitress said they had breakfast all day. Nice addition to the breakfast restaurants in the IND area.",
"Excellent breakfast on my birthday! Swiss bliss omelette was amazing!! Adorable decor and great service.",
"Fake loud diner kitsch. Despite the bright colors of the exterior, I had no idea Good Morning Mama's would be so Ed Debevic's-y. Or for those of you who don't know the Chicago chain Ed Debevic's, maybe Johnny Rocket's is a good reference point. I love antiques and even kitsch, but this kind of thing hurts my brain a little bit. And I really don't need the pink 50s Cadillac, Betty Boop and soda jerk murals painted on the wall to get it. \n\nDespite the abrasive decor, the breakfast was pretty good. I had a veggie omelet with goat cheese, portabellos, spinach, tomatoes and onions. The potatoes--served in thin discs--were crispy and delicious. The java cinnamon french toast was yummy too. It's above-average diner food in a non-greasy spoon setting. Really, it would be great for a hangover except the cinder block walls make it very loud in there. \n\nAnd the coffee was unacceptably awful--your worst dirt delivered by Sysco and brewed in a big urn. Like I might not even order it next time. And I'm a coffee ADDICT! \n\nMy advice to Good Morning Mama's: start serving the Monon Coffee Company's Choo Choo Brew and tone down the kitsch. Take a cue from Lynn's Paradise Cafe in Louisville and add your own creative twist to the genre. Also, a couple more veggie items, such as veggie biscuits and gravy, would up your cool factor exponentially.",
"Besides the obnoxious decor, the folks behind Mama Carollas pull off breakfast pretty well. I had a traditional breakfast, consisting of an egg, some sausage, and a pancake. Treat yourself to the fried biscuits/donuts/whatever they are called. You won't be disappointed. \n\nAs mentioned in other reviews, the coffee leaves some to be desired. Patachou and Zest have spoiled that for us by serving some of the best coffees around. \n\nService was acceptable, and the food was served promptly.\n\nI'll definitely be back around, but maybe with a pair of sunglasses on. Or a blindfold.",
"Food was good. Atmosphere was poor. The place is almost entirely open with high ceilings making for a very loud eating experience. You hear the TV's, kitchen staff, other patrons, children. I did like the food and the atmosphere may have been ok if I were better prepared (aka had less of a headache).",
"Let me preface this..I am a lover of Mama Carolla's and could not wait for Good Morning Mama's to open. I live nearby and have watched it become the darling establishment it is. \nI have now been twice. The first time I stuck with standard breakfast fare. Eggs, pancakes, bacon, grits. Everything came out the way I requested pancakes, eggs and bacon were tasty however, the grits leave something to be desired. They were dry and pasty and flavorless. They should visit some southern states to see how they should really taste. My husband makes better grits at home. \nWith the idea that some days are better than others, I returned with my husband since he loves spam (not for me) which is not seen on most menus. This time I ventured out and tried the biscuits and gravy with eggs, bacon and potatoes. Again, the eggs and bacon were fine. I would hope they can at least get that part right. The potatoes were boring and flavorless. Let me also say, I am somewhat of a Sausage Gravy snob. I try it everywhere. What a letdown. The biscuit was not so good and the gravy's flavor was just OK...until I took a bite and received a surprise of fat in my mouth. I am not sure how you get pieces of solid fat that large in the gravy but that sealed the deal for me. I was done eating at that point. \nMy husband had the Hoosier scramble bowl with his favorite...spam! Spam was soggy, bowl was tiny and made it impossible to eat because you couldn't get the flavors on the bottom without nearly dumping the rest out on the table. In addition, the grits were still not good. \nOh, and did I mention, our food came out after everyone around us...even people that came in well after we did. The server threw our food down on the table without really paying attention to who ordered what. Needless to say it wasn't a good experience the second time either.\nSorry Mama's you have let me down. I will certainly try again but you may have some adjustments to make.",
"We have a regular reliable Sunday breakfast spot but decided to branch out of our comfort zone and head North! Our children were with us so we called ahead to see if there was a wait and how long. By the sound of the guy on the phone, out of breath and very short tempered, I figured on an hour wait and snooty service. This guy must be sooooo busy. Nope, he quoted 5 minutes for a table. We found out later why he was probably out of breath and I'll explain my theory at the end. After this phone call, we're skeptical but forge ahead! \nWe arrive and indeed the wait is approximately 5 minutes: great accuracy for what seemed to be a stressed out, irritated waiter. \nThe decor, as previously noted, is VERY bright yellow with turquoise and pink accents including Betty Boop everywhere and a large Cadillac on one wall. The acoustics? Nonexistent, it's just plain loud! In a nutshell? Great atmosphere for kids: no one will hear them if they're screaming and the walls camouflage garish kids clothing. Perfect! \nOh, right, the food!? The menu is large and includes many lunch items plus beer and wine. That said, we want breakfast and there are tons of options. Everything from traditional egg combo plates to egg burritos to eggs in purgatory. The tots order their usual spread of scrambled eggs, a pancake and bacon and sausage to split. The kiddie menu portion was ample and well priced. Satisfied customers. As for the hubby and I? We fared well. My husband quickly decided on some kind of Spam Omelet with Potatoes and Toast. It was well received by him and the plate was quickly cleared. I opted for a Breakfast Burrito. It came with no side so I also ordered Potatoes. The Burrito was good but not $9 good with no side. The potatoes I added were pretty common. To me, they're not really worth the extra money but should just accompany each dish. \nAh yes, the stressed out waiter on the phone. Our server was sweet, hard working and tried to accommodate but could hardly keep up. I do not fault her at all. She was running at least 6 tables including an 8-top all on her own. The place with the patio is huge so seemed a bit understaffed for the amount of people piling in to dine. There was some obvious stress that couldve been solved by one or two more sets of hands. \nAll in all, we'll go back! It's great for kids, groups and no-nonsense breakfast. Tweak the service and a few pricing issues and I'll bump ya right up to four stars, Mama!",
"Great blueberry pancakes! The Java French Toast was amazing with kahlua in the egg batter. Service could have been better but we just waived someone over to get more coffee. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place for brunch!"
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"New sports bar just opening. Nice modern interior with about 40 TV's all on sports channels. They have sliding glass doors to open up to the outdoors patio on Kennedy Blvd. There are 4 Duckpin bowling lanes - no special shoes needed and no finger holes in the balls. \n\nHave a sports bar menu with a \"3\" next to Longoria's favorite dishes. I had the burger sliders. Definitely will return after the initial shakedown.",
"Hmmm where do I start. Went on the day that it opened. I would have to give this place a home run. It's in a good location I think at the end of Kennedy. It has a great feel and crowd is awesome. Happy hour is from 4-7pm. It has a miniature duck pin lane which is cute and several TVs if you want to watch the game. I think it would be a great \"sundayfunday\" spot. \n\nWe ordered a pizza which I posted a picture of. It was a good size for two people to split. We did have to send it back to the kitchen because they didn't put any sauce on it. What pizza doesn't have a sauce they were kind of enough to remake it. They had people offering free samples of some kind of light wheat beer made in Chicago. \n\nThe staff is nice and friendly. Really couldn't ask for a better sports lounge especially in Tampa. Evan longoria did a good job with the location and concept.",
"I went to Ducky's on opening night. The food was seriously good. I had the Pulled Pork Quesidilla's and my friend had the Chicken Wings. Both dishes were lip smacking good. \n\nThere are a few things that could stand to be improved upon. The wait staff didn't know the menu very well and couldn't answer questions about the dishes. Also, it took way too long for my Pepsi to arrive. I was the designated drive and was not drinking alcohol. My friends who ordered alcoholic beverages received their drinks quickly. It took at least 10 minutes for me to receive my Pepsi. \n\nI loved the music that was being played but it was too loud for anyone to have a conversation. We had to move to the patio in order to hear each other.\n\nAll in all, we had a great time at Ducky's and will go back.",
"Went on a Thursday night.\n\nEver since The Rack closed, the off-Howard pickings have been slim and uninteresting to me. When I read in the Tampa Bay Times that this would opening, I was intrigued, especially the concept: a bar lounge with duckpin bowling owned in part by Evan Longoria...and thats pretty much all I knew going in.\n\nLast night, I finally got the chance to go and it was truly impressive. The clean wood floors, high-top tables, large stand-up tables, curved booths, bar, outdoor patio...oh and duckpin bowling lanes. Not to mention enough tv's to show every movie that came out in 2013 basically. \n\nThe VJ (Video DJ) was playing classic music videos from the 80's and 90's (and some custom music videos he seemed to have made from popular movie clips..cool)...I found myself embarrassingly singing along...at least until my second drink. My only gripe would be that it was a BIT loud because sometimes I had trouble hearing the person next to me.\n\nStop blabbing and tell me about the food and drinks. On it.\n\nThe drinks I tried from their elaborate specialty drinks menu were the \"Duck Duck Goose\" and \"The Trop.\" I took a pic of the Trop but unfortunately the goose was gone way before I realized I forgot to document it for ya'll. Guess you're just gonna have to take my word for it that it was very smooth...what do you expect with Grey Goose as the base? The Trop was a bit too sweet for me, but it also did the trick. It tasted a bit like a mojito but was made with vodka.\n\nThe food. It was my first time here so I kinda went a bit nuts...ordered the wings, sweet potato fries, deviled eggs and deviled crab. (All Pictured!). They were all very good in their own right but any bar that I'm going to attend regularly has to have good wings. HOLY CRAP these were good wings. They were naked and fried when served, ingeniously, with the hot sauce on the side...add as much or as little as you want. Awesome.\n\nThe deviled eggs had bits of bacon sticking out of them and really kicked them up a notch. The sweet potato fries were on par for pretty much anywhere else you'd get them, and the deviled crab was another star-performer with a huge amount of crab in the filling. YUM. \n\nEverything was affordable and the staff was very friendly. The venue itself was solid and had ample FREE parking (THANK YOU!). All-in-all there were so many check marks on my internal checklist and they seemed to be firing on all cylinders for a place that just opened. I can only hope they keep the momentum and energy going.",
"Tons of fun. Classy atmosphere with TV's everywhere, legit pizza and bar food, and bowling lanes that are modified for a great social hang. Highly recommend.",
"Service was mediocre. As was the food. Waitress didn't seem to know much about the food or drinks. The patio was nice until 5,000 smokers squeezed into the tiny space near our table and blew smoke and ashes into our faces and food and the staff did nothing to stop it. Drinks are overpriced and have little alcohol in them. I doubt we return any time soon.",
"Love this place! We have been 3 times and were impressed each time. The service is great, even on game days when they were packed. The wings are AWESOME! I prefer them tossed in the sauce which they were happy to do. The hamburger....OMG how can you go wrong with a brisket, short rib & chuck blend - by far my favorite burger and menu item! Super juicy and flavorful...the russian dressing that comes with it is horseradish based and goes really well with the meat. The chips are homemade and are better than the fries, which are skinny fries like McDonalds. Fun place to catch a game or two.....the bowling lanes are always hopping! Major kudos to the kitchen....upscale bar eats! Well done!",
"If you're 20 something and require little to no atmosphere, service, etc. and love taking 20 minutes to park in the worst parking lot in the Tampa Bay area (unless you're driving a tiny go cart) where the space between you and the SUV in front of you is about 15 feet and you literally have to back up and fourth 3 times just to fit in dollhouse size space then it's a great place. \n\nIf you hate overpaying for thimble sized drinks, like a better view than congested Kennedy Blvd, and don't have a lower intellectual capacity like the 20 somethings in South Tampa who all think they were on the Kardashians TV show last episode then you'll probably like the more sophisticated places say in Downtown St. Pete, where you get a little something for those higher priced drinks.\n\nWe did not try any of the food because after an hour of every South Tampa \"wanna be\" (whom I'm assuming all just got back from the gym b/c they all wore the same polo two sizes too small) bumping into us at the bar and looking at us like we were an ATO and they were a Sig Ep and it was going down (LOL! S. TPA Alpha Males) it was time to go. So we paid our outrageous $150 drink tab for 45 minutes of drinks for a party of 3 and proceeded to try and leave the parking lot without smashing into every car while trying to exit due to the, once again, worst parking lot in Tampa Bay. \n\nVery dissappointing for Evan to put his name on this dud. And while I'm \"not\" 20 something, even when I was I did care where I spent my hard earned money and it wouldn't have been here b/c just since it's on Kennedy doesn't mean it deserves to stay in business without providing something more than just chairs.",
"The atmosphere was your typical sports bar. It's a unique concept to have candle pin bowling there and the 40+ flat screens for watching sports was idyllic. The food was meh, but few sports bars are known for their food, so no big deal.\n\nThe sweet potato fries came to our table warm, but not hot, and they were not crispy in the slightest. The duck quesadilla had good components to it, but the duck would have been better not braised, but roasted with a crispy skin on it. \n\nThe drinks were cold and fresh and we will definitely be back. \n\nThe ambiance gets 4 stars.\n\nThe food gets 2 stars. They are brand new, so I'm sure they are still working out the kinks in the menu :)\n\nOur server Amber was friendly and attentive :)",
"Well, I have to say after being very excited to go to Duckys for the first time, I was extremely disappointed. I only gave 3 stars because I did like the atmosphere which is casual, upscale and a good environment to spend time with friends. They were definitely well staffed, but not well organized. The Manager should have spent more time managing, interacting with customers, and keeping staff on their toes. He seemed to be too eager to help with cleaning off tables, taking customer's food to their tables (and they were not that busy) We ordered an appetizer and the appetizer came out with our main meal. That was our first negative. I ordered a burger ($11) and it was just your average burger, bun overpowered the burger. The fries were just frozen shoestrings that were overcooked. The buffalo chicken dip was good but not when I had a burger sitting in front of me at the same time. Husband ordered wings which he said were great. This could be a great place with a great reputation given location, but they really need to listen to their customer's feedback on the menu. Food and management needs to be addressed and I think they will last."
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"I came here with high expectations since I'm a fan of the other restaurants in this group and I was not disappointed. The building makeover is sublime - white tile and reclaimed wood make for a hip little spot that doesn't seem to claustrophobic. Plus there is the upstairs now!\n\nBut the food. First of all, they have wine on tap, which is just fun to see and a great meat and cheese selection. Lots of small plates to share, this is a great place to come after work without having to commit to a full dinner.\n\nBut should you want an entree there is Wild boar burgers, ragu, shanks. Oysters, octopus, lots of fish. And what might be my favorite item: the chickpea flatbread... which is gluten free and even though I love me some gluten, it's amazing.",
"Had the pleasure of going this past weekend. This place is a breath of fresh air! Brian Pieri and Company have done it again. Amazing wine list and great menu. We had the bacon slab flatbread, carrot and chickpea salad and a cheese plate. Everything was wonderful. Already looking forward to going back to try different items. Food aside this place has a great atmosphere, they really did an amazing job renovating the place. In closing it truly shows that lots of thought, preparation and time went into this concept and restaurant. Great job!",
"The bison burger was tasty! They put special seasoning on the bacon - huge fan of that. Great beer and wine selection as well. The atmosphere is really comfortable and relaxing. Parking across the street! A real treat - enjoy",
"My husband and I were really excited for this restaurant to open as we live just a few doors down. We left wishing the food was a little bit better and there was more atmosphere in the upstairs dining area. The downstairs bar was great and had a really good vibe but unfortunately we weren't feeling the dark, almost gloomy, area of this restaurant. We pretty much ordered everything on the menu and felt the only thing to write home about was the hanger steak. Good for Conshohocken but doesn't hold a candle to most restaurants in Philly.",
"This menu is incredible. I started with the Wild Boar Ribs. The meat comes clean off the bone. Next I had the Bacon Slab Flatbread, Wild Boar Sopressato, Bacon and Truffle oil what a combo. Finally I finished with the Wild Boar Burger. Thick juicy piece of meat with blue cheese and bacon. I couldn't have asked for a better experience.",
"The venue is quite nice. Liked it before and like it now. Great atmosphere and nice ambience. Service is rally nice and trying to do their best but was a bit lost when we gave our honest opinion. Music was definitely too loud.\n\nWe were really excited about the menue when we saw it online. Selection of meat and cheese starters is nice. Wish we could have had the option to combine them. Overall ok but a bit pricy for what you get.\n\nMy wife had the iberico filet. The part she was eating in was quite good. However, she realized back home for the boxed pieces of Iberico that it was not the quality of meat you would expect at this price tag.\n\nI had the wild boar shank and unfortunately it was very dry and not juicy. Like the idea of the dish a lot but execution was not at its best. I gave my honest opinion and staff was dealing very professional with it. Things can sometimes go wrong and a positive reaction towards an honest feedback is always appreciated.\n\nOverall we like the venue and the service. We hope that the next time kitchen catches up and we can add some stars.",
"Another great Pieri restaurant. Food was awesome. We tried: octopus, cheese board, boar ribs, tomato bread, bacon flatbread, and the pasta special. Service was also good - we were never waiting long for anything - which for a new restaurant was impressive.\n\nWe sat upstairs (which I didn't even know existed from the previous restaurant). It was a little dark but other than that very nice.\n\nCan't wait to get back and try some of the other dishes.",
"Upgrading this review to 4 stars. I took the sardines home and had them the next day. Off the chain good and the crostini was hiding underneath (my bad)",
"Upgrading this review to 4 stars. I took the sardines home and it was off the chain good the next day. And the crostini was hiding underneath. My bad",
"Sat at the bar and LOVED the bacon flatbread, mussels, and the burger. Food here is top notch and just what the area needs! Service wasn't the friendliest, but 5 stars for the food!"
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"This is one of several Hibachi's suburban locations (Springfield and Downingtown are other ones). Most locals know of the one on Columbus Blvd. - it's fairly visible.\n\nFood is generally so-so at the different Hibachi's, especially if comparing them to competing hibachi joints, and this location is no exception. I usually get the Bento box ($8.50) which includes a salad, chicken skewers, fried (or white, it's your choice) rice, and a few pieces of a California Roll. It feeds you without breaking the bank.\n\nI've lunched here many times (and had dinner once), with groups as small as three and as large as groups of 10 (or more). Service is good, and the hibachi chefs I've met have been entertaining. To be safe, make reservations, especially for large parties.",
"Lunched here with a few friends. Had their kung pao beef ($8.95), with crunchy bits of pepper, carrots, celery (it worked!), onions, and a \"spicy\" chili brown sauce. I asked for some hot sauce and all was well. Left happy! Amusingly, their side salad was drenched with dressing - if you wanted, you probably could have drunk the salad.",
"This can be a fun place for a group, especially if they aren't terribly familiar with Asian food and/or are easily amused. The whole point to this place is the Hibachi Bar, where you get a bit of a \"show\" with your meal. The chef during my visit was very entertaining and accommodating, and managed to successfully toss the shrimp into the mouths of almost everyone in my party. Not wasting food = bonus!\n\nThe food itself is average, and not worth the price on its own. I would never come here by myself or with a date, especially with Lotus Inn and Wild Rice not that far away. But for the right occasion it can be a good time.",
"I have been to this Hibachi quite a few times and have an above average experience every time. The chef's are a lot of fun, and the food is pretty good if you ask me. The best part is the fried rice, which is my favorite in the world. I usually order half steak half chicken. The dipping sauces and veggies are always good. Even the salad isn't half bad because the dressing is pretty good. I suggest getting there before 6pm, as the prices go up after, but for $12 before then, it's a really good deal, since I always leave having eaten too much.",
"An okay place with the novelty of at table cooking if you select that. Sushi is pretty good.",
"I went to Hibachi for a business lunch and was pleasantly surprised. They have obviously realized very quickly that their Monday-Friday lunch crowd needs to get in and out in under an hour, and boy do they come through. Our server had at least 10 tables, and she was attentive to each one, quick with iced tea refills, and brought the check right away when asked. Everything came out perfectly and quickly.\n\nI got a sushi combination: spicy tuna and Philly roll. My lunch guest got the shrimp teriyaki special, and both came with salad. I do have to agree that they are heavy-handed on the dressing, but it is very good and I can't say I minded. My sushi was more than enough, 5 pieces of each, and I couldn't finish all of it. $21 for lunch total is not bad for great food and plenty of it! \n\nI also like that fact that again, for the business lunch crowd, they have half of the restaurant reserved for strictly lunch. No flaming onion tower. No spinning eggs. No catching food in your mouth. I love the show; however, that side of the restaurant is reserved for friends, not clients, and you probably shouldn't be in your best suit due to flying pieces of shrimp.",
"The portions and price for this place are actually pretty good. Their main problem is the sauce they use. The \"teriyaki\" isn't anywhere near what it should be and they drench the food in it. I often find myself putting the food on the edge of the plate so it doesn't soak up all this extra sauce. Sushi is decent, but they seem to overstuff the rolls that come with avocado with enough avocado to block out whatever fish is in that roll.",
"This has to be the best Hibachi place around this area. From the lunch specials to the Grill it is good all around. The last time I was there, I got the Spicy Tuna Roll and Chicken Teriyaki lunch special and it was very good! \n\nMust visit!",
"New Years Eve '09 got started here and it was fun! It's been years since I was at one of these Japanese steakhouses/Sushi bars and I forgot how much fun they are. Bottom line- you get dinner, drinks, and a show for a reasonable price. This was a perfect fit to start the night off. It's a unique atmosphere, good food, entertainment, great drinks and one of the few places where you can experience a communal dining experience. \n\nThe place is probably my favorite Hibachi chain stop. I find the fellow diners there to be really friendly and will often clap for each other should a shrimp be successfully caught in one's mouth. \n\nIf you want the suburban Japanese steakhouse experience with some great food and Sushi, here's a good stop.",
"My wife and I ate lunch here today. We were in at 11:45 and they were just getting going. \n\nThe place is lovely inside with great A/C keeping it comfortable but not cold, the space is just wonderful very nice - the men's room was also a step above the usual. \n\nAll good things must end however! \n\nOur green tea cost us $2.75 for a American style coffee cup with warm water and a Yamamotoyama tea bag. No lovely Japanese style handle less mug with brewed steaming hot green tea in it. \n\nThe Miso Soup was perhaps 100 degrees warm - it was perhaps a nod to the current heat wave? My wife drank hers, I sent mine back. \n\nThe accommodating if not skilled server (he had to ask who got what when he brought the main course) was very quick to take the soup and return promptly with some soup that was not nuked to death, but was at what I would judge to be the correct temperature. \n\nThe salad lacked the lovely ginger dressing standard in Japanese restaurants instead we got some nice Kraft style salad dressing that was poured quite liberally over the poor salad. There was a puddle of wet dressing at the bottom of the bowl due to slightly wet salad and tons of dressing. \n\nMy Maki were OK, the rolls were not as tight as they could have been, the rice was not up to top standards and the wasabi was not the lovely creamy kind one expects in a sushi restaurant - it was a semi hard lump akin to what ya get at a low end buffet place. \n\nMy wife had a Chicken Teriyaki in which the chicken was very over cooked, hard and stringy and basically inedible. \n\nThe veggies with her teriyaki were somehow good well cooked and flavorful however! \n\nThe rice was not any sort of Japanese rice - even the cheapest Chinese restaurants have better rice the the Aldi's generic that was served with the chicken teriyaki. \n\nThe bar looked well stocked and the place was very comfortable. \n\nLunch was not too expensive - 25 bucks for 2 with the rip off 5 bucks for the tea. \n\nIt's clear this is not a proper Japanese restaurant. This is a pan Asian or perhaps Japanese style restaurant. It's sleek and lovely inside with good service and eh food. \n\nThere is a rumor that is that many people are more concerned with the drinks then the food. If you fall in that group this is the place for you big time. \n\nWant a low risk place for a date or whatever - the hibachi is a low skill cooking position with some flashy knifemanship I did not eat there but I guess they will do that OK here. \n\nWant good Japanese food? Not here!"
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"Love the atmosphere. Adds a unique fresh middle eastern atmosphere to the Indianapolis food and bar scene. Friendly and helpful staff with great recommendations for each persons specific tastes. Come and check out, won't be disappointed.",
"This place was awesome!! All the staff was great and so genuinely friendly! Okay - now to the even better stuff. Man - the sangria was the best we ever had; second only to our homemade, of course. ;o) The food was really really good. So fresh! And the hookah - oh my - somehow, it lasted forever; even though, there were four of us. The only thing I'll say I would like to see a bit differently is the decor. While the place looks really really nice (love their tables: as with round tables, everybody gets to see each other easily) - something seems to be amiss and I believe is tile. There's really no title work in the restaurant that I noticed yet. But hey, they just opened - maybe in time. We can't wait to go back.",
"Wonderful! We're so happy this place opened up -- the food and hookah are amazing and the staff is so incredibly nice. If you get chance to go here -- DO IT you won't regret the decision.",
"Neat hide-a-way location makes you feel like you've found a secret place, so right there you know your friends will be jealous. Beer tap selection is excellent: Oskar Blues, Bells and plenty of local brews. Decor is enchanting, and the tables are low and cool. ALL food we had was fresh prepped, including the pita bread baked on premise. Flavors are deep and thoughtful, like the staff and chef would actually look forward to dining there. The vegetarian and kabob sampler were ordered. Meats were tender and perfectly seasoned. Falafel and dolmade were exquisite. The rice was an intensely aromatic and spiced treat, and the hummus was rich and luxurious. Server staff are exceptionally friendly and proud of their product. Even the chef came to visit to make sure all was excellent. The rice pudding was more like a spiced, chilled creme brulee...magnifique! It would be hard to find a more nourishing and square meal in Indy. Vegetarians and carnivores can co-exist here. Go Go Go Go now.",
"Neighborhood restaurant and hookah bar, open late for those who feel the urge to eat late. Sandwiches, appetizers, platters and a wide range of beverages, including Egyptian iced tea. \n\nMy appetizer: saganaki ($8) came out super fast and was lit on fire at the table. A slightly different type than i was used to.. This didn't have much of a lemon flavor but seemed a bit more grilled than other types I've had. Served with homemade pita. \n\nFor my main course, I went with the vegetarian combo ($15) that included some gosh darn delicious falafel that I'm still thinking about. It also contained hummus which lacked any amount of flavor. \n\nThe stuffed grape leaves made up for the lack of taste in the hummus, and I'd probably get this again and ask for an extra one of those and another falafel in lieu of the hummus. \n\nI also got to sample the Egyptian tea, a delicious flavor with fresh mint leaves. It came with a generous amount of sugar. This stuff was delicious and went great with my meal.\nWelcome to the neighborhood, new friend. With your late hours and delicious offerings and closeness to my house, I'll be seeing you again soon. Real soon!",
"This is a great hookah place for downtown residents that also has great food. Ask for the house special hookah flavor (they're not allowed to tell you what the blend is). I have had the gyro, baba ganoush, and the shish taouk and they were all delicious. I also tried the guava smoothie which was mediocre and tasted a bit diluted so I wouldn't order a smoothie from there again. The servers there are very friendly and proud of their menu. I like this place much better than the broad ripple options which is where I used to have to go go because the other hookah places around downtown aren't worthwhile.",
"(Update on 1/26: +1 star! Sorry I was so harsh before. =) I've come back multiple times and it's always been a great experience. Get the mint hookah!)\n\nI'm real pumped about a hookah place happening downtown. I didn't know this restaurant had opened yet, but I just stopped in to Sultana on Friday. The first thing that I noticed is that this place is big. While people were scattered throughout, it made the entire place seem a bit empty. \n\nI think the atmosphere could be enhanced if people were sat a bit closer together - maybe that's just my own personal preference. I hope that more people find out about Sultana and are able to get a bite to eat or hookah to enjoy. \n\nSultana is beautifully decorated and very clean. Service was good and I enjoyed my server's own blend for Hookah. My table enjoyed mint tea and I ordered a cup of turkish coffee. We didn't have food, but there were about 8 specials listed on the kitchen's wall that looked appetizing. \n\nAfter a long day at work, this was a great place to unwind. I'll be back.",
"Sultana is a fantastic addition to this neighborhood, and hopefully a marker of continued revitalization of an area of the Old Northside once destroyed by the highway that runs through it. Wedged in a historic building between that highway and a power plant, Sultana has its work cut out for it, but its expansive hours, broad menu, outstanding hookahs, and great service sets it up to be a solid neighborhood restaurant.\n\nSultana's greatest strength is by far its abience. The furniture, the art on the walls, the overall decor, and even the decorative hookahs give a feel to the restaurant that is hard to find in Indianapolis. The owners have put a lot of work into wrapping the culinary experience into a beautiful aesthetic package, and they were definitely successful at it. This carries over into the excellent presentation of the food. \n\nAs far as the taste, I couldn't complain, but wasn't blown away. I ordered the appetizer platter and was very impressed by the spanakopita. The falafels were good, though a little crispy for my tastes. All in all, I didn't find myself wowed by anything on the menu. \n\nWhat I'd love to see on the menu are some Egyptian dishes that are more unknown to Indianapolis. On paper, the menu is very similar to other places serving food from the Levant. While the particulars are different and the presentation is exceptional, I'd love to see dishes like kushari and ful make it onto the menu, which I've only had the pleasure of trying at Egyptian restaurants on the coasts. \n\nI can't wait to see how Sultana develops itself, and I'll definitely be back for the grand opening.",
"Great food good vibe. The food is full of flavor and has a good middle eastern feel.",
"I am an Old Northside resident, Sultana is within a few blocks of my home. What a great addition to the neighborhood! Have only had takeout, but our food was seriously amazing! Tried the beef shwarma, gyros and kafta- all were great! The only negative was our son ordered the kafta dinner and it only came with one kabob, I think it may have been a mistake. We will definitely put this in our rotation! Visit this place! It was empty when we picked up our order- support our local businesses!"
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"This little hole in the wall offers much more than meets the eye. My Mom and I ate there tonight, and I ordered a combination of grilled lemon herb chicken, eggplant with cheeses and ground beef and filo, and their meatballs. My Mom had a seafood combination. All of these items were flavorful, fresh and healthy tasting. I wasn't thrilled with the side of greenbeans, they were overcooked (I like them crunchy), but other than that I have no complaints about the food whatsoever. The meals come with a salad or soup; I recommend the salad, it's sizeable and covered in feta. \nThe decor/cleanliness leave much to be desired, but that aside, this restaurant is great. It's cheap, too! I'll be going back.",
"I was pleasantly surprised at this place. The mediterranean/greek cuisine I had tried at other places (like kalamata's for example) left a lot to be desired, and left me feeling sick. So I was hesitant to try this place, but driving past it practically every day, I finally had to see what it was all about. Man was I glad I did. I got the vegetarian mousaka, with a side of mushroom soup. The mushroom soup was some of the best I've ever had, and this vegetarian mousaka that I'd never heard of won over my stomach and my heart. It was SO scrumptious. The rice and green beans were good, but not comparable to the entree' itself. On another visit, I tried the Spanakopita appetizer and it was absolutely mouth-watering, and almost a meal in itself. I keep wanting to try the Eggplant dish, but keep going back because of my craving for the mousaka. The staff is very friendly, although it can be sort of confusing as to who gets the tip, brings you the bill, brings you extra things you need. There's usually about 3-4 different people that bring you something...but they all are nice.",
"I'm generally a little sketched out at first by any restaurant on 8th Avenue. Although, it is home to several of my faves, I just have to go in a skeptic. However, on this occasion, I left wanting more. \n\nWent for breakfast with a group of friends the other day, and it was everything I love about breakfast...eggs any way you can dream, potatoes, cheese, fruit, yogurt, toast...need I go on? Try a skillet--a layer of hash browns topped with veggies and meats of your choice, then topped with eggs any style, then topped with cheese--and no I'm not lying. AMAZING. I'm craving it right now actually.\n\nI haven't been for lunch or dinner, but I'm thinking I'll go tomorrow. My friends say they have never had anything they didn't like. Service is decent--it was way crowded while I was there. But no problems with it. Looking for a good brunch in town, then look no further. Check it out for lunch or dinner too, and let me know what you think!",
"Athens is as authentic as it gets. The place doesn't look like much from the outside and the atmosphere is nothing to write home about. But the food is, and that's what counts! I went for lunch and had the best Greek salad with grilled chicken I've ever had. The salad itself was fresh and crisp and the chicken was so tender I could cut it with a fork! Everything was perfectly seasoned! We also ordered hummus to snack on while we waited for our food, and we were literally scraping the bowl clean! \n\nIn my opinion Greek salad dressing is hard to get right. It's either too bland so that I feel as if I have just poured oil on my lettuce or it's so spicy that it overtakes the flavor of everything. Call me picky, but that's how I feel! Athens has excellent Greek dressing. I couldn't have been happier.\n\nOne of my friends ordered the chicken gyro and said it was the best she's ever had! At Athens they just get it right. Period.",
"Athens is my favorite late-night hangout in Nashville. They're all night Wednesday through Saturday, although they stop serving breakfast at 10. The red a white checkered tablecloths and bright blue walls make Athens feel more like a diner than a restaurant. The servers are really friendly, and great about keeping your mug of perfect diner coffee or cup of water filled, even after you've paid the check. Athens doesn't serve alcohol, but you're welcome to bring your own, and they'll provide glasses for you.\n\nAs a vegetarian with a budget, I always order either a greek salad, a spanikopita appetizer, or a veggie gyro, which are all filling and pretty tasty (although not exactly gourmet). Try a side of Dina's potatoes - roasted potatoes covered with an irresistible mixture of sour cream, parmesan, and oregano.",
"Believe it or not, Athens has some of the best calamari around town. Athens might be the most authentic Greek restaurant in the Nashville city limits. I have only been there for lunch and had the pleasure of sampling the gyro and Greek salad. The gyro was super authentic and came on a nice flatbread pita type thing that was literally oozing taziki out of it. The lamb was good to and they included a really large portion, for only 5 bucks! \n\nThe Greek salad is also really good. One thing I do not like about Athens is that they charge for extra taziki.",
"Only recently when visiting Yani's did I remember how good Greek food could actually be. Since Athens is under the same ownership I showed up expecting it to be just as good and that's where I went wrong. \nI ordered the exact same dish I had eaten at Yani's and while it was good it wasn't nearly as great. On top of that it was more expensive which I found surprising since this is more of a diner feel. I guess that's what you get at a restaurant popular with Belmont and Vandy students who stereotypically tote around mommy & daddy's credit cards.\n\nI guess it's not fair because I am comparing this place to Yani's. I think the real draw is the breakfast menu which by the looks of it could easily compete with places like le peep or pancake pantry. I will have to go back and try it and maybe I can give them another star or two then.",
"I've only been here for breakfast and I love it. Every time my parents come to down we try different breakfast places and this has been our favorite. Since we found it, we haven't gone anywhere else. \n\nThe omelets, scrambled eggs and hashbrowns are great. Like Pancake Pantry they have the thick fried potatoes rather than the stringy ones. The pancakes here are pretty good too. It's nothing fancy but the food is the best. Most of the food is very traditional American but they do have some Greek theme dishes. There aren't a lot of seats either so you might have to wait a little bit but it's worth it. \n\nThey have a pretty decent size parking lot too. I don't think I've ever had to go and find additional parking.",
"A Greek restaurant that serves food in a former Long John Silver, what more could you ask for? :-)\n\nThe food is pretty good and the wait service was attentive. This place would get five stars if only they served Greek coffee.",
"Athens is my late-night go-to restaurant in Nashville. It is open 24 hours during the latter half of the week, and offers a delicious, fresh alternative to a drunken Sonic run. The inside is set up like a diner, and the servers are very helpful and friendly.\n\nI love greek food and I highly recommend their lamb souvlaki, lamb stew, moussaka, and hummus. I think that their gyro meat is not up to par with other places in town, but if you're craving lamb definitely get the souvlaki which is juicy and flavorful and amazing. Their greek salad is awesome and covered in buttery delicious feta, but their pilaf is just ok so get the soup or fries instead.\n\nI'm not a huge breakfast person but my bf is and this place offers it up all day long. He says the sausage is meh so go with the bacon, and that the french toast is the best he's ever had.\n\nOverall the food is very good, I just avoid certain items that don't live up to my standards. Athens is the best place to get a quick, affordable, fresh late-night meal in all of Nashville."
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"A hidden gem Downtown. Mostly older locals and visitors to the Drury Inn realize Lombardo's even exists.\n\nI've never been for lunch, but dinner has always been an excellent experience in every measure. Prices are right for formal dining, but don't expect to feed the family on a budget.",
"Delicious food, impeccable service. The Toasted Ravioli are the best I've ever had...they're like huge Italian potstickers. SO great.",
"Lombardo's is my go-to place for Italian in a city with a wealth of Italian restaurants. Stick with the original downtown location. It's quite a bit better than the one out by the airport. The place is easy to miss. It's in the basement of the Drury Inn, a building that used to be the YMCA. The food here is wonderful, the wine list is extensive and bargain priced, and the service is top flight.",
"I was very surprised by the prices at Lombardo's Trattoria , especially after I saw the interior of the building, and even more so after the great service I received. I was very happy with our experience there. I had the salmon (it comes with gnocchi: yum!) which was cooked perfectly. I'm actually tempted to try to toasted ravioli here as they look like they are actually made on site instead of the homogenous meat pillows they serve everywhere else. Lombardo's also has the capability to have catered events and banquets on site; I don't think anyone would be disappointed if you had your next party here.",
"Do me a favor and try the flash-fried spinach. This was the first place that I tried this appetizer, and it may sound strange, but it is amazing! \n\nI came here for a work lunch, and it was a great spot. A little, hidden location with friendly staff and a nice atmosphere. I also had the Lombardo salad; it was delicious and covered with goodies. I love artichoke! For my meal, I had the linguine. They do Italian right here, and it's a little different than your traditional Italian place. You'll find more original appetizers and entrees here with interesting ingredients.\n\nIt is a bit pricey, which did make it ideal for a work lunch! You've got to love a comped meal.",
"When my family stayed at the Drury Inn once, we ordered a late-night pizza from Lombardo's. It was probably the best St. Louis-style pizza I've ever had. Amazingly greasy with piles of ground italian sausage.",
"Where do I begin? This is my go to restaurant in the city. Amazing service, amazing food! Best toasted ravioli, hands down! From the moment you walk in the door, it's like you're family. They take your coat and away you go on your spectacular dining experience! Also, valet service is most reasonable price I've come across downtown.",
"Located across the street from Union Station. The building is beautiful and the restaurant was well decorated. On my first visit I had the Chicken Parmigiana. A nice portion of chicken and very light on the pasta. \n\nOn my second visit, I had the Lasagna, which was good, but surprising in that it included mushrooms, not typically what I would expect.\n\nIn both of our visits, the service was outstanding.",
"I can't really say this place is amazing...I mean, I wanted to like it, I really did. I made reservations, but there was no wait on a Wednesday night, which was a plus. The server was attentive, but maybe overly attentive. I felt like we couldn't really get into our conversation without a \"would you like to order an appetizer...\" 4 min later, \"here is your bread\"...3 min later \"here is your wine\"...2 min later...\"here are the specials\"...1 sec later \"are you ready to order\"....1 millisecond later \"here is your salad\"...ok, I'm sure you get the picture.\n\nMaybe this is not the best place to come for a business dinner. We actually had papers out discussing items and was constantly interrupted. Maybe my bad for not telling him to come back in 10min. \n\nThe food was just ok. We both decided to try the specials for the night, where yet another waiter overhearing us trying to decide told us both specials were great...the Mahi Mahi dish (which I had...very little flavor and some unrecongnizable garnishments) and the surf & turf (ordered by my boss, who enjoyed it). The cheesecake was actually really good, but it wasn't made in-house (from The Hill). As described, the desserts came from a couple of locations within the city, and maybe 2 in-house. Maybe I'll give this place another try and just eat pasta.",
"Last year my girlfriend at the time was working in St. Louis and I decided to keep her company for the weekend. After walking around and seeing the arch and the court houses we ended up back at union station. We asked the concierge for some where that was close to eat but would fill us up and he recommended Lombardo's Trattoria. They had a special appetizer which was a special ravioli it was browned in butter with a truffled ricotta. We also had the stuffed calamari which was extremely tender and flavorful. For the entree I had the pepper steak and she had the chicken gorgonzola and I must admit hers was better than mine. On less you are truly a pepper fan I would not select it. It was spicy and when I say spicy it was burned my tongue and nose, but once you get past the spice and you get to the steak it self. It was perfectly cooked and the meat was tender. All and all a great experience combined with their great selection of wines. It would get a 5 star review account for the price and location it drops down to a 4 star."
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"Best micro-brew beer in St. Louis. Best things on the menu include beer-battered fish+chips, beer cheese soup, and irish bread pudding.\n\nAmbiance is great in a very nice old building.",
"Great food, good atmosphere. I don't even drink beer but still count this microbrewery as one of my favorite restaurants.",
"As tourists in St. Louis, we didn't know where to go. Someone on the street recommended Schlafly's and we are SO HAPPY they did! I wasn't very hungry after the extensive beer sampler, but was whetted by the cheese plate (pictured). Really great atmosphere & friendly wait staff.",
"I've been going to this place for the last 8 years or so (most of those times during the year I was living in St. Louis, and once or twice on subsequent visits to STL) ... After all the Microbreweries I've been to, this is still one still stands up as a favorite of mine. It's a casual place that's big and open, kind of loft-like in this historic brick building. Great for live music. They've got 20+ (maybe more) kinds of Schlafly beer with 7 or 8 on tap at any given time ... Try the Oatmeal Stout if they've got it on tap while you're there ... I wish they shipped out here in CA, but I think they only sell their beer in and around St. Louis. Cheers!",
"Have the beer-cheese soup, you won't be disappointed. A good place to hang out, a great place to eat. Bring quarters for the pool table.",
"I visited Schlafly's on a recent trip to St. Louis around the Frozen Four hockey tournament. I visited it based on the fact that it was so highly rated here on Yelp. I have to say I was very disappointed.\n\nWe visited on a Friday at the early end of dinner rush (6pm). To call our waitress rude would be complimentary. She was downright surly to us. I ordered an IPA to start, and the beer was lukewarm, although not bad. I ordered the white chili, which was advertised as spicy, but it wasn't spicy at all, and a bit bland. \n\nFor my meal, I ordered the brat which was pretty good. Honestly it's pretty hard to screw up a brat. But I had to order the fries separately, and they were nothing special. \n\nI also ordered a #15 beer which was very gingery tasting, not at all what I expected from the description on the menu.\n\nThe menu had a very wierd aura about it, as if it was trying too hard. The chili is a great example. If they had concentrated on making it better, rather than being crafty and \"different\" by serving white chili, they might have come out with a better dish.\n\nThe redeeming factor here, earning Schlafly a 3rd star in my review, is that upon spotting our hockey-fan regalia, the owner came by and introduced himself. That was a nice touch.\n\nAll in all I was not impressed with this place, but it was just one experience.",
"Great beer, however, I am not so crazy about the food. Best thing on the menu is the sticky toffee pudding.",
"The Tap Room has a very unusual menu. Don't expect the usual bar fare. Also, beers are naturally limited to Schlafly's own beers (at least 5 choices year round, often many more). The Tap Room has a really good, eclectic, and laid-back scene. \n\nI recommend the Goat Cheese Rarebit with the fries, the entire table will be trying to steal it from you.",
"Great micro-brews in a great bar. They also have darts and pool.\n\nThe beer cheese soup is excellent and the Sticky Toffee Pudding is one of the best things I have ever had in my entire life, no joke. Try it.",
"We like local. Hometown specialities are something we like to track down. Which is why we were dissappointed when the much hyped Schlafy Tap Room turned out to be just 'eh'. \n\nThis place definitely gets 5 stars for the beers. I love that this place shines in the shadow of mediocre behemoth Anheuser-Busch. But, you pick a positive adjective and it applies. I'll go with perfect.\n\nThe food, was perfectly fine on the surface, but when you inspect it, you see it's really just OK. We started with the Beer Bread, then shared the mussles and famous fish & chips.\n\nThe Beer bread was rubbery, dense & flavorless. It also felt stale. The Chive-cheddar butter was sans chives or cheddar but the blue cream cheese was nice - more bleu cheese than cream cheese.\n\nThe mussles were completely flavorless & bland. The fish came out crisp, but deflated after a few minutes left the beer-batter coating limp and soft. The fish inside was nice & plump. Actually, the tartar sauce on the side was really great. But, it's fried fish, we all know the important part of that phrase is the 'fried'. Speaking of which, the fries were cold & dense. \n\nWe also ordered a side of asparagus and those were great. Hot & fresh & perfectly seasoned. Too bad the waitress forgot them - twice. Why couldn't the rest of the meal come out hot & fresh?\n\nOddly enough, I think we'll be back. A) for the beer and B) to try something else.\n\nP.S. I think it's hilarious that they have to reference famed anti-woman, anti-gay, anti-separation of church and state lunatic aunt, Phyllis Schlafly on their FAQ page. Quite unfortunate actually."
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"FYI: Do the build-your-own option to get more bang for your buck!\n\nWHAT I GOT: white rice, salmon, tuna, kani salad, seaweed salad, edamame, masago, roasted seaweed, and spicy mayo\n\nPROS: Finally a build-your-own poke bowl spot in the Rittenhouse area! First thing's first, the interior decoration is super cute! It gave off a really clean and modern looking vibe. The poke bowl itself was also one of the best I've had in Philly so far! The fish tasted pretty fresh (especially the salmon. too good.) and the toppings were all prepared nicely. They also give you a decent sized portion too. I absolutely LOVED the seaweed and kani salad. The kani adds a bit more protein to your meal (with no extra charge) and the seaweed adds a bit more flavor depth and balances out the bowl. They're also super vegetarian friendly and offer a lot of healthy topping choices. I also wanna give a shout out to their spicy mayo for actually being spicy! At most poke spots, the spicy mayo is way too dense and doesn't have that kick I'm looking for. The spicy mayo at PokeSpot was perfect. The spice wasn't too overpowering but it still gave that creaminess of the mayo. Bravo.\n\nCONS: Music was a touch on the loud side. It was a bit hard to hear the people over the glass food barrier but aside from that, nothing bad to say about the food.\n\nHUSBAND'S CORNER: Good food, not a bad price point for poke, especially in the Rittenhouse area. For my proteins I got the garlic ahi, chili ponzu salmon and tuna. To be honest, their non marinated fish is better than their premarinades. Other then that, the food was good. As the wife stated above, music was a little loud and as we went when it just opened, the employees were probably a little tentative so it was hard to hear them when I had questions.",
"NEW YORK'S number 1 poke restaurant is now opened in Philly. The food was awesome as expected from the best poke imfrom New york. Staff were friendly, place was clean. Super crowded as it was grand opening today with BOGO free. Wait was 45 mins when I went at 11:30 but 12:15, the line was down the block and around the corner.",
"Waiting for an hour for BOGO on grand opening. Definitely worth it. The place is not big with some seatings, it's hot because of so many people waiting in line out to the side walk. \n\nWorth the wait for unlimited toppings. It's the only poke that has zucchini noodles. There are so many topping choices that when you put it all together you'll get very flavorful poke. I recommend adding the snow crab worth additional cost. Don't forget the seaweed. The bonito flakes is another topping that you usually find on takoyaki. It definitely adds umami flavor to poke. I recommend adding this,",
"Went on the first day they opened. They were doing a BOGO deal so it was expected they would be busy. However, it took almost an hour from the lineup to get the food. This would be okay, but it was at most 25 people in front of us. \n\nThe door was propped opened and let in hot and humid air. I was concerned about the temperature of the raw seafood. About 30 minutes into lining up, the door was closed by one of the owners.\n\nThe food quality was fresh and nice, but portions aren't the same as some of the other similar poke place (or their NYC counterpart either). \n\nPRO TIP: Ask for more if you think your portions are small (it doesn't cost any extra). I asked and my bowl looks twice as big as everyone else. You can ask for more everything except the protein. If you want more protein, you'll need to pay more.\n\nThe people loading it are nice, but you can tell it is the first day on the job due to the really slow pace. The line was getting held up by the poor choice of how the bowls were getting serviced by the management.\n\nSeating is small in the room. Only has the capacity for about 18 people tops.\n\nOverall, probably a nice place to get a quick bite once the craziness of the opening day subsides. Price is comparable to other food in the area.",
"The PokeSpot is a welcome new addition to Philly's assortment of poke restaurants, and is definitely a stand out. Similar to most poke places, you can choose a base, proteins, and toppings. What sets The PokeSpot apart from what you'll find elsewhere in the city? PokeSpot has some bases you can't find elsewhere, like zucchini noodles, if you're into that. They've also got an array of proteins marinated for additional flavor and variety (the chili salmon is AMAZING, spicy tuna was meh, not very spicy), in addition to the standard proteins. And then, of course, you get unlimited toppings (with the exception of the avocado, which is extra. Unless you really love avocado, not sure the upcharge is worth it, with the 1/8th of an avocado tiny portion you get), which is always great. They've got quite a few more toppings that you wouldn't find elsewhere, and some you would find elsewhere but definitely stand out, like the onions that are marinated for extra tastiness. If you want variety and quality, The PokeSpot is definitely worth trying!",
"PokéSpot offered Philadelphia BoGo, and Philadelphia jumped on the opportunity. We all lined up for a hour to just get some air conditioning, and then most of us waited a little longer. I would say, the wait was worthwhile. At $12 you can sink into two choices of protein with unlimited toppings.\nWhat makes PokéSpot unique is that the actually offer pre-marinated protein, which certainly adds to the flavor. They offer spicy, pozu, and garlic style Salmon/Tuna/Shrimp. I went with Spicy Salmon and Spicy Tuna, but they offer much more than this (including a vegetarian option of organic tofu).\nIf you're a first timer they'll definitely help you out too. They have the standard mayo based Sriacha sauces and the standard vinegar/oil based ponzu style sauces to finish your dish off with. I definitely recommend adding in some traditional seaweed salad; it may be neon green but it still tastes good!\nPokespot has comfortable seating and a clean bathroom available (please fellow Yelpers, help it stay this way)! No need to buy a cup of coffee to use a restaurant in Center City, enjoy some poke!\nI'm definitely going to have to come back to check out the zucchini noodles; the rice was delicious but I'm sure I packed on the calories after consumption.",
"I tried the Pokéspot yesterday with two friends. We all built our own poké bowls. I got unmarinated salmon and tuna with too many toppings to remember (unlimited!). \n\nPros: The ingredients tastes fresh, lots of carb choices (white or brown rice/zucchini noodles/cauliflower rice), very filling portions, kind and courteous staff, closer than all the other poké places!\n\nCons: Not a ton of seating and some wasted space, it can get a little loud in there. Not much in the way of cons!\n\n\nWill definitely be back!",
"I visited the opening day yesterday around 7pm and have been debating since then how many stars to give. I'll start with the one positive, this location is ideal for those who work west of City Hall. I'm not sure whether to cut this place slack or feel they should have done better but when we arrived they only had 4 (meat/fish) options. The line was long and overall it took us about an hour to get our food. The place was HOT! Like I'm standing in one spot sweating gross hot. I'm not sure if the AC was broken, couldn't go higher, too many people? It was just super uncomfortable. The employees looked tired and irritated which is understandable but still we're the customer and that left a bad taste in my mouth. Speaking of bad taste, the food...pretty gross honestly. I was forced to get chicken (that in itself is a crime, chicken on a poke bowl, yuck) which I paired with shrimp, white rice, mango, corn, cucumber, pickled ginger and for sauce the Sesame Ginger. The chicken and sauce were both bland in my opinion. My friend and I did the BOGO free and out total almost came to $15 and neither of us had anything extra so compared to other places this is def on the pricey side. Will I return, ehhh maybe in a few months when they sort out the kinks.",
"Came here on opening day, and honestly didn't get the best impression. Right as we walk in they tell us they may be out of some fish. I appreciate them being upfront, but how do you run out of fish at a poke place. We ended up waiting in line for almost an hour which was crazy. The line was long, which was fine, but they moved soooo slow. I was so uncomfortable in line, the place was hot, and everyone was fanning themselves with menus. It was pretty gross. I blame most of these issues on it being opening day and I have hopes that they will work through these mishaps. \n\nFood: meh. Not the best poke or even close. Maybe closer to the worst. I got the shrimp and crab. The crab was tasty but I did not enjoy the shrimp at all. A bunch of them still had tails on them and I kept crunching on it. I couldn't even taste the dressing. Not sure if they didn't put enough or it was just bland, but I didn't taste anything. Also this place is super expensive. It came out to $15 for one poke bowl. Rip off!!!!!",
"So excited to see the Poke Spot is finally open! Went inside for a quick lunch to go. I've always liked DYI everything, so naturally created my own bowl. To start, you can choose your bases among white and brown rice, mixed spring, and Zucchini noodles (or you can mix some of them together!); then you can choose two or three proteins (three is $1 more expensive), among the goodies of raw tuna, raw salmon, snow crab (extra $1.95), chicken, tofu, Marinated tuna or salmon, spicy tuna or salmon, or shrimp ceviche; then, top it with unlimited toppings from edamame, black seaweed, green seaweed, mango, fish flakes, and more!! To finish it off, marry it with any of the sauces from sweet to firey (Some of the choices looking very interesting, sesame ginger, anyone?)\n\nOverall, I liked the options they have, though it will really keep me a loyal if they were to have eel too... \n\nService was friendly and tentative. The price is in the acceptable range in Center City Phila..."
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"Excellent burger. Worth the wait on opening day. Best burger in New Castle County & surrounding area. Staff very pleasant & helpful! Fuddruckers for the win!",
"Admittedly I was not sure what to expect at Fuddruckers. Part of me was looking forward to the ostrich burgers, freshly baked brownies, and crispy onion rings of days gone by (my last visit to a Fuddruckers was a few years ago in Lancaster, PA. The restaurant used to be good, then the horse ran away from the buggy or whatever else happens up there when things go bad and the restaurant went downhill and closed). Another part of me worried that I would encounter harried parents bearing endless Christmas gifts and hordes of screaming children heading across the parking lot from Toys-R-Us. Strangely enough (cue Twilight Zone music about here) not one of the aforementioned things happened. \n\nLooking back on things, maybe it wasn't wise to visit on the third day the restaurant was open. Especially given the fact that the place looked finished from the outside about six months ago but it just opened earlier in the week. Anyway, I was first greeted by a parting lot with no spaces. Next came country music coming from the speakers on the patio area outside (they have a few large garage doors that open in warmer weather). How could it get any worse? I opened the door and was greeted by a line of about fifty people stretching to the door (good thing I got there at 5 PM)! Anyway, there was a pleasant managerial type woman who was explaining that there was about a 30 minute wait for to order food and then another 30 minute wait to get your food. The good thing was that any parent with half a brain and screaming kids would see this train wreck and head the other direction (in fact I could count all of the kids in the restaurant on my two hands...so most people got the message and left). So thus no screaming kids. And we made it through the line in 25 minutes. Menus were distributed and we perused the offerings. There was a lot to choose from but the PETA message must have made it's way to Fuddruckers Corporate so there were no more ostrich burgers on the menu. The poor turkeys, elks, and kobe-beef-bearing cows did not fare so well and they were available for consumption. Oddly enough the old french fries on the menu were replaced by potato wedges. The onion rings were still there (well new unimproved ones) and sweet potato fries are now offered. Samples of brownies were distributed...what happened? And where is the in-house bakery anyway?\n\nWhen we got to one of the two friendly cashiers (there is a third dedicated take-out line and register...just head to your left and avoid the line) we ordered a half pound build your own burger with one of the five cheeses, an elk burger (sorry elk-huggers), sweet potato fries, onion rings, and a rice krispy treat that was half it's former size from dessert offerings. You could order your burgers any way you wanted them but not rare. We settled for medium rare. Our bill came to about 30 bucks (wink, wink). If you are the sentimental type hankering for the aroma of in-house made cookies that Fuddrucker's used to have, say hello to Otis Spunkmeyer. Or whoever made these cookies. Cuz they weren't made here. \n\nWe got our sodas and I eyed the condiment bar. It was neatly arranged but featured those industrial quality tomatoes that were pale and never saw daylight, We made it to the large seating area ringed with a bunch of TV's facing the center of the eating area. Tables were in the center and booths were on two sides. All of the booths on one side had those unfortunate souls waiting in line leering down at you...a nice touch from the \"Dead Zone\" in the Charcoal Pit on Concord Pike. At least the country music had been replaced by Top-40 stuff. And because of the \"clog\" ordering there were plenty of tables to choose from. And still no crying kids.\n\nAfter only 20 minutes the pager we got did its thing and I went up to get our meals. They were served on big metal plates. I sat down and tried a sweet potato fry. It was lukewarm at best. With all of the food they were dishing out I was really kind of amazed and disappointed. I figured I would not take the stuff back and \"take one for the team\" and mention it to one of the helpful staff that were supposed to be floating around the room (see previous reviews) but that never happened because nobody made it to my table to ask me how my meal was (but I had the exit door held for me and was told to have a nice night). Strangely enough my dining partner's onion rings were just as cold. At least the burgers were warm. Anyway, my dining partner's burger was cooked medium well. But it did have a mighty tasty bun! It was not the worst burger but it would have likely been a lot better if it was cooked properly. That being said, my elk burger was total kick-ass. It was juicy, cooked perfectly and was the highlight of our meal. It was probably one of the better burgers I have eaten in my life. \n\nBut would I brave another 55 minute wait to eat it again with lukewarm sweet potato fries? Probably not.",
"This was our first time at this location and burgers were very good. My husband had the prime burger medium rare and it was very yummy. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Not a bad wait either, about 15-20 minutes to get our food. Recommend that you try the peppermint milkshake. The only thing that I was missing were the fresh baked cookies, what happened to the bakery?",
"(4) ~ very good food & service...Fuddrucker's is definitely in my Top (3) Best Burgers. You can also customize them by adding a Fried Egg, Grilled Onions and Avocado.\n\nMY MENU:\n** Oreo Shake with MALT = (4.5) Very Good!\n** Half-Pound \"Kobe\" Burger = (4) very good. It's more tender than their \"regular\" Burger...but with the same taste. I would likely get it again if offered...\n** Fudd Fries = (4) very good...basically they're Potato Wedges. You can get FREE Cheese Dips at the fixings bar too;)\n* Chocolate Chip Cookie = (3) just ok...",
"Lots of pros and cons here at Fuddruckers. Like others, I was excited to visit because I had great memories of the location in Lancaster, PA. The fixin's bar was there in all its glory, along with the all you can eat cheese sauce. There is a Coca-Cola Freestyle machine so you can choose any one of a hundred different soft drinks. The service was fantastic...staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. the place has lots of very comfortable seating as well. \n\nI got my 1/3 lb bacon cheddar burger without a bun because I was REALLY excited about the onion rings I remembered and didn't want to be too full. The burger was good, although I have to admit it wasn't out of this world. Same with the onion rings. Good, but not great lunch at Fuddruckers.",
"This place is below average. The burgers are decent, and were actually made to right doneness level, though I resent the idea of putting the toppings on myself. The wings were horrible; soggy, no celery, and light on the sauce. \nI'll take Five guys or Shake Shack over this place any day. \n\nAnd what's with the name?",
"It can get crazy busy there, so the service can be slow at peak times (~15-20 minutes). \n\nThat said, the buffalo chicken - crispy with blue cheese crumbles and dressing is excellent. The sweet potato fries were good, but I'd have enjoyed them crispier. All in all, it's a fun place, lots of options and toppings, and who can turn down the free nacho cheese on anything you want from the dispensers. The drink machine is fun too.",
"I love this place I had the fish burger it was cooked to perfection I enjoyed every bite till I got full",
"For many years, Fuddruckers kept getting farther and farther away from me. The New Brunswick location shut down. Then the Lancaster location shut down. Then the Bridgewater location shut down. (I may not be getting the order of these shutdowns correct.) So it was a big surprise to me when the Fudd set up shop in the old Cheeseburger in Paradise location in Newark, not five miles from home!\n\nAnyway, this is classic Fudd's with arcade games / claw machines out by the front, cafeteria-style ordering, and more than ample seating. (at least for weekday nights) It looks newer than all the other locations I remember, but give 'em time to age. Big plus here is they have not one, but two Coke Freestyle machines! I can't tell you how many hours I've spent waiting behind people who couldn't make up their minds when confronted with hundreds of soda combinations. With two Coke Freestyle machines, it's a lot less waiting. Of course, the fixings bar, the real star of the restaurant chain, is there in full glory, and I love making a good tomatoes and molten cheese dish.\n\nOnly real downside in my mind is prices of the combos are on the high side, but I'll give them a pass since it's an infrequent treat.",
"Was not a fan of the food last night! My fries looked half eaten and my chicken was under cooked. My daughter was not a fan of the chicken tenders. My two boys loved their burgers though. I guess we will give another chance during the summer."
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"Great real pit BBQ- pork, beef brisket, turkey..... Try the spicy red slaw. Homemade sauces...my favorite is burning bush.",
"Wow, this is great Pit BBQ!!!\n\nCenter Point has been the place to go for both the famous and not so famous as far back as the 1970's.\n\nI recommend the \"three little pigs\" to start and a Chess Pie tart to finish.\n\nDon't forget to ask how to get a celebratory \"ring of the bell\" as you check out.",
"I had the full rack both days I visited. They use a loin back rack and it was very, very meaty and well smoked. The rub was a little bland for my taste but they were very, very good otherwise. Great bark, I had to bite it off the bone and it was juicy. Really good rack. Slaw was just OK and the BBQ beans were good. Really friendly crew with good service.",
"Best BBQ in Hendersonville IMHO. The pork just melts in your mouth and the sauces are mild all the way to hot. The best cole slaw around which comes in a variety of flavors. Service is good and they'll make sure to treat you right. The next best side dish is the fried okra. Crispy and crunchy just like grandma used to make. Can't go wrong.",
"The best word for Center Point is \"consistent\". \n\nWhitts can be good but some days you may get great stuff and something warmed over the next.\n\nAnd, in fairness, CP's smokers don't run full time either but they go to great extremes to keep the smoked product hot, moist, and fresh.\n\nThere are as many different taste as there are styles and methods for barbecue. CP has gone to extremes to perfect their version and maintain a consistent product.\n\nThe secret of finishing off a barbecue is the sauce and CP has several to meet different taste. They are all made in house with much care.\n\nTake something as simple as vinegar coleslaw (which I do NOT like). CP has used the same supplier for the vinegar for years. And still test each shipment for quality and acidity before it goes into the mix.\n\nCP's individual pies are wonderful but my favorite one, the pecan, was not offered for quite a while. Turns out that the pecan orchard that supplied CP was destroyed in a storm and CP would not buy just any nut for the counter. It took time to find the pecan to make a pie of their standards.\n\nThe crowd speaks volumes about the quality. The place is small and can fill up fast. \n\nService is never slow but if your lucky, you'll have enough time to browse the photographs on the wall or meet the owner. There is enough pig trivia there to keep you rooting around while your order is served up.\n\nIf your really lucky, you'll catch a bag of their fresh made pork rinds but those don't last long.",
"By far the best BBQ I've come across in Hendersonville. Very casual, family friendly, great prices...and the food is just delicious. The homemade sauces range from a mild sweet all the way to an inferno hot. The meat is always melt in your mouth tender...and the atmosphere is fun. Crowded on weekends, worth the wait.",
"Worth the time to stop by if you are traveling on I-65. Highly recommend the fried chicken wings appetizer. Pulled porked bbq sandwich was awesome with the sweet bbq sauce. Everyone in our group found something delicious",
"Super impressed with this place! I have visited several times and each time I have been greeted as family.\n\nFantastic BBQ meats, and sauces. Love the smoked chicken wings and ribs.\n\nYou would never know from the outside, that this place has some of the tastiest smoked BBQ in town.",
"Sure the name is \"Center Point Barbecue\", but to me it will always be \"3 Little Pigs\"!\n\nI've been eating here since, well, I can recall going to restaurants with my parents and it is fantastic every time. I love that, in addition to pulled pork, you can't get minced pork (as well as chicken/brisket/ribs/etc.). My favorite is the minced pork on a cornbread patty smothered with a mixture of their \"Big Bad Wolf\" (thick/sweet) and \"Burning Bush\" (hot) sauces. While spicy, the \"Burning Bush\" sauce could definitely use some more heat. The mac and cheese and baked beans are pretty standard, but the white beans and slaw are fantastic! I could easily eat a bowl of those white beans more a meal.\n\nService is friendly and fast. They offer bottles of the sauce for $10/each as well as picnic essentials.",
"Service was great, especially considering the fact that we walked in 10 min before closing! I had the brisket sandwich with a side of turnip greens. Greens were just ok. Brisket was very tender and the sauce is absolutely delicious!"
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"This is as good as a thin crust pizza can be. The restaurant is small but it's worth eating in or taking out. All I can say is if you like thin crust you must give this place a try.",
"Bought a large sausage & bacon pizza. This place,so far,has the 2nd best tasting pizza in St Louis.Faraci's on South Florissant is the best.Angelo's do put more toppings on their pizza than Faraci's but Angelo's sauce has a slight cheddar cheese taste.Faraci's sauce has wine in theirs and you can taste it! I paid $18 and change.The large pizza fed me & my girl for 2 days.They share a front parking lot with 2 barbershops but there is an additional lot on the side but towards the back of the buildings.I called my order in on a Friday night and they told me it will take 30 minutes.I will return,I want to try a few more of their culinary delights!",
"Best pizza in noco. Thevenue isn't a place to impress a date but the consistency in the food will make this a place to go for years.",
"An older parishioner at church knew I worked down the street from Angelo's and commented that he and his wife used to live in Black Jack and the pizza at Angelo's was outstanding. Since today was a school day with no kids present, I decided to check out Angelo's for a quick lunch. \n\nI was the only person in the restaurant. It was very quiet. Since I was eating alone, I did not order a pizza but had the Italian meatball sandwich. Great service. Great food. I brought some takeout menus back so the staff members at my school could patronize this wonderful place. Support a wonderful small business!",
"Have been going here for 20 years, Awesome pizza! Best italian sausage and the cheesy garlic bread is great too,",
"Simply the best. Of course that's only my opinion, but I love this pizza. The peeps at Angelo's do not spare the toppings, as others have already mentioned. They're wall-to-wall/crust -to-crust. So very quaint and friendly. So family. So good!",
"How do you write a 5 star review and have never been to the place? Well I will attempt to answer that question along with my review. I have had this pizza for years yet never walked into the place. They have catered Saturday lunch for the store for a long time. I swear each pizza weighs 5 pounds. What a selection they give us. Sausage, Cheese, Hamburger, cheese less, and The Special. The special is loaded with onions, peperoni, sausage, mushrooms and I can't tell you what else. \n\nAngelo's Pizza is what everyone should try at least one time in their life. It is a St. Louis style with homemade crust. Served in a square as a St. Louis style should be served. \n\nI have no idea what the service is like nor would I care. The pizza is that good.",
"Omg this place is awesome!!! I love the family feel and food/ pizza amazing!!!!",
"Yummy! Lots of toppings, great taste....my only small complaint is about the bacon topping. Its always chewy instead of crisp...& it was like that each time ive ordered but i always get everything on my pizza so not a huge deal but i dont like having to put those pieces on the side of my plate. Well as you can tell its not enough 2 make me stop eating here....i love it.",
"I have never understood the hype behind STL-style pizza and toasted raviolis, but after eating here I can say I now \"get it.\"\n\nPizza menu has (if Im recalling correctly) 3-4 specialty options and then a \"build your own\" option. Roasted ravs come with butter sauce or marinara. Pizza is overloaded and hand made. The recipe has been mastered and its all kinds of awesome. \n\nWaiting staff is average at best. The place is very divey but that's part of the attraction to this place. It's a very family friendly environment. A bit overpriced but its because their pizza is unrefined and they can sell it for that. \n\nBest pizza in Florissant by a long shot. You'll never want IMO's again after this one (at least you shouldn't)."
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"If you've ever read any of my other pizza reviews you can probably sense this New Yorker's spoiled and cocky regard for Philly pizza. Pizza Pub is one of the few exceptions down here and right along side Celebres. Split between a great bar and an open kitchen in the back, this place has a nice corner bar feel where you can enjoy actually waiting for a pizza to come out of the oven. Grab a quick beer or stay at the bar for a few hours and watch a game...Either way it's South Philly. You're home bo!",
"I found The Pizza Pub when I was living with a friend in south Philly. We became quite the regulars there. Their pizza is pretty great. The crust is really good, it's not soggy or hard. It's definitely one of my favorite pizza joints I've tried in the city. The staff is very nice and often entertaining. It kind of reminds me of hanging out with my Italian family(in a good way) with the cooking, eating, drinking, loud degos in what looks like my nonna's basement kitchen/bar.\n\nThe drinks and food are relatively inexpensive, which is always a plus. I would like to see more vegetarian options, but I feel that way about most places. I don't recommend ordering anything which should have fresh basil. There were a couple times when I did and was rather disappointed. The first time was a sandwich on which I received dried basil flakes on it and the other time there were maybe 6 leaves on a large pizza. I'm not sure what's up with that, but it's the only complaint I have.\n\nLastly there's a kick ass quizzo night on Wednesday! I love me some quizzo. It usually starts around 8 or so, but sometimes a bit later if there are people watching a sporting event. It's a pretty relaxed crowd.",
"Pizza is average this time I went. The crust is a little hard like crackers. I just ordered two slices so it's probably from the reheating the slices that it became like that. I will have to edit my review once I order a whole pie. They do have very decent prices and thus will make me want to go back more often to try other thugs as well.",
"I probably spend way too much time here, but this place feels like home. A typical pizza place/sports bar/neighborhood joint. The bartenders are good and the pizza is great, as is most everything on the menu. Recently started serving breakfast. Takes credit cards and delivers, definitely a plus!",
"why has no one ever thought of combining a bar with a pizzeria? I don't mean a high-end pizzeria with a bar in it, I mean a place that is 1/2 bar and 1/2 pizzeria? That's what this is. \n\nIt's brilliant. WAY local place, great steaks, onion rings, pizza, and cheap pitchers. good place to watch the game. only real con is it tends to get really loud, given the population of hard-core dumbass south philly guys who usually go there...so after a certain point, I get tired of guido screaming about sports and have to leave. but otherwise, it's cool.",
"It's exactly what the name suggests - a pizza shop that happens to be attached to a full service bar. Rare for the neighborhood (20th/Passyunk) the bar and pizza shop even accept credit cards. The bar is at the perfect confluence of every type of South Philly population so it is a great mix. I have been going to Karaoke here on Friday nights for the past few weeks which is always a blast. Not to mention that the pizza is in my personal top 5 pizzas of Philly. Overall, a good cheap bar with a fun crowd and delicious pizza. How can you lose?!",
"Exactly like the name states, it's a pizza place and a pub. It's conveniently right around the corner from my house, which is a plus! They have a full bar which has different events and specials every night of the week. I really like their pizza because it's got a thin and crispy crust. They also have a full menu and deliver!",
"Great pizza for Philadelphia",
"The worst place to order delivery. Ordered form Pizza pub several times and each time it is more and more disappointing. First time, they lost the order and it took an hour and a half. No big, mistakes happen. Next time they called me and let me know that they were unable to deliver my order because they are short staffed and don't have a driver. Third and final time I will order from pizza pub, after an hour and a half, I called to check on my order. They lady from the pizza pub said \"I don't know where you order is...it should be there shortly\". Called back 20 minutes later, they said their driver was in an accident and they couldn't deliver. Called Grubhub to have my charges reversed and they told me that they don't have a driver today and I should not have been able to place and order with them. I inquired when she (grubhub) knew about not having driver and she said they contact grubhub several hours ago.PIZZA PUB is a shady operation. Learn how to run a business!!!!",
"The Pizza Pub is exactly what it sounds like part pizza shop, part pub. I came here with a large group on Friday for kareoke, the space was crowded but not ridiculously so.\n\nEveryone at the bar was really friendly and the atmosphere was relaxed. The prices were cheap, I ordered a round of drinks that included 2 mixed drinks and 2 beers and only paid $10 with a $2 dollar tip. There were $1 miller highlife bottles until 12pm. Oddly enough the bar had energy drink on draft.\n\nOverall the Pizza Pub was a fun and relaxed place to go to kareoke, I would come here more often if I lived closer."
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"It was love at first sight. I knew months ago before the doors even opened when that gleaming red sign caught my eye on Clements Bridge Road, that this would be the ultimate haven for sushi lovers.\n\nIt doesn't happen often folks, but, I was right!\n\nI walked in to a big beautiful and tastefully decorated restaurant. Soft blue ceiling lights, bamboo, and waterfalls gave Tokyo a cozy atmosphere. No heat lamps. No stringy scrawny crab legs...good signs.\n\nI threw my jacket on my cushioned booth seat. Yes! A comfortable seat to make my sushi binge even more delightful! \nI walked around the Hot food buffet area. Dumplings looked good. A nice variety that included some different buffet items.\nBut I'm not here for egg rolls and wontons today. I am going Straight sushi baby! \n\nHeavens gates opened to a miriad of pearly pink and white rolls. So many rolls! What to eat? Where do I start? I decided to start grabbing one of each. Many of the rolls were labeled. Most of the common sushi rolls such as California and Philly were labled. There were 5 or six large rolls that were just labled \"chef special roll\". There were two chefs standing nearby and I thought to ask but I was too hungry! All that raw fish staring at me was so overwhelming. Will I be able to eat all this? \n\nI tried. I really did eat 3 plates of sushi. i think I had close to 25 pieces of raw fish. Blame it on the protein high but I did actually apologize to the eel out loud about not having enough room in my belly to eat him.\n\nSo what did I eat? I really can't recall. But it was ALL amazingly fresh and delicious. Best sushi I have had ina very long time. Usually the best sushi places I have been to have a limited menu. This place had over 20 varieties. The chef special rolls were beautiful to look at and very tasty. Sweet potato roll-yummy and crunchy. Ying Yang roll had one side salmon and one side tuna shaped like a ying yang. There was a sweetheart roll wrapped in pink seaweed. Two pieces lay side by side to create a heart shape. I believe it was filled with crab, cream cheese, carrots and salmon. It was almost too pretty to eat. I did take a sushi break to eat a steam bun. I tried a red bean and BBQ pork steam bun. They were very good but I wanted more fish. I headed back over to the sushi side for my faves - spicy tuna, tuna sashimi, eel avocado, and a rainbow roll. \n\nI inhaled as much sushi as possible. Washed it all down with some delicious green tea (you have to ask for it) and decided to ask my fiance how his lunch was (he doesn't eat much sushi). Unfortunately he was not pleased with his meal. He said the soup was too salty (and this is from the mouth of the king of salt) and the dumplings were cold. He was not pleased with the variety. He did enjoy the dessert and some kind of meat patty. I felt bad but I told him I was not dropping a star on my Yelp review. I was swimming in a sea of tuna and wasabi. Nothing could get me off my sushi cloud. He can write his own review. \n\nFor dessert I somehow managed to eat chocolate cake and my favorite-green tea ice cream!! Green tea ice cream is hard to find in Jersey. Haven't had some since my last visit to Sagami. \n\nWhen the bill came we received 10% for their grand opening! Can it get any better folks? \n\nI don't know what to say about the hot food. It's a buffet not PF Changs. But, if you want all-you-can eat, fresh, delicious sushi with a large variety of rolls, then THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU! Open the pearly gates of Tokyo where you will find your own little slice of sushi heaven.",
"My wife and I just ate here and we'd give it six stars if that was possible. They have the biggest selection of sushi in the area and everything was well prepared with super fresh fish and properly cooked rice. In addition, they had raw clams and oysters for lunch, all fresh and delicious. Ina ddition, they had a nice selection of Asian hot food items but the real treat was the cold raw stuff.\n\nThe price is very reasonable, especially at lunch so we'll be going back at least once a week if not more often!",
"I have been waiting for a place like this to open in South Jersey. Wow!\n\nYou have easily a selection on the Buffet side of 20 or so different sushi and sashimi. All very fresh and right up there with some of the better places I have eaten over the years. The Chinese and Japanese hot dishes were also flavorful and delish.\n\nI didn't try the Hibachi side.\n\nCome with a huge appetite. The salad bar was also excellent with a selection no other buffet in the area offers. \n\nThey also offer an extensive Dessert Bar.\n\nTwo problems which will not necessarily keep me from eating here again although...\n\nThey charge for beverages. I had a cup of hot tea. 60 cents. Obviously, its' not the cost but to be charged 19.99 and then be charged for tea, I feel it is in poor taste.\n\nThe second problem I had was that each booth shares a front and back of the seat with the booth behind where you sit. I was sitting eating dinner and another party came to sit in the booth behind me. As they were sitting they pushed out to have room to get behind their table. This then cause me, unbeknown to them, I then was shoved face first into my food.\n\nThe cost is fair for what is offered, 19.99 per person although for a light eater, it may not be worth such a cost.\n\nI think also they the owners would have been better off opening the place closer to Cherry Hill as the price point may turn off some in their current vicinity. \n\nThumbs up!",
"This is a restaurant with many options. Hibachi, Sushi Buffet or Takeout. Decor is impressive. Booth and table seating. We selected the buffet and were quite please with all the different choices. If you are a sushi lover this is the place. \n\nRecommendations: \nSeaweed Soup \nAll the Sushi especially the softshell crab roll \nTurkey Hill Ice Cream \n\nNo need for reservations",
"It was my mom's birthday, and we always do buffets on her birthday since she feels she gets the most out of them while not putting a large dent in our wallets. How thoughtful of her :). But don't let the $13.99/person price for a lunch buffet fool you. It still got pretty decent food!\n\nThe place is nicely decorated. Bamboo plants everywhere, nice comfy chairs, and nice hibachi area. But I was mainly interested in the food. The food area was also nicely decorated. It doesn't look as big as Minado, but it still had a lot of offerings. Your typical Japanese hot/cold dishes, sushi, and desserts, consisting of ice cream, jello, fruits, and cakes. I was mainly interested in the sushi, so that's all I had. It wasn't bad, though I think Minado's quality was slightly better. I wasn't about to complain since it's still cheaper than Minado and it was closer to us. They also had white tuna fish, which is my all-time favorite. I made sure I loaded up on those :). My sister commented that the rolls weren't rolled as nicely either, but I didn't care as long as it tasted good.\n\nOverall, cheap good food. Nothing mind blowing, but it'll satisfy your hunger! 4.5 stars due to good value, rounded up to 5 :).",
"This place was okay but not much more than any other buffet.Slightly better but not earth shattering. I wanted to try the hibachi but budget prohibited. So we ate the buffet. The food was lukewarm/cold. Also wasn't particularly flavorful. There was a HUGE selection of sushi...which I hear good things about but I don't eat seafood. So yeah....\n\nI wasn't a huge fan.",
"When I walked in I almost started to shake from excitement just seeing all the options. Sometimes quantity doesn't equal quality, but in this case it did! Everything was very food--from the sushi to the little asian salads to the dumping bar to dessert. The place was packed and everyone seemed really happy. Will go again--many times.",
"Awesome sushi for the price and who can resist all you can eat! The lunch special is one of the best especially since when you go to other places for $13 you will not get the same selection. That is usually price of a roll and drink anywhere else.",
"We had my son's 30th birthday here. My daughter in law planned the party, it was the first time my husband and I had been here. They provided nice invitations which were sent out. We had the hibachi party. It was a lot of fun and everyone enjoyed it, even my husband who was skeptical about the new experience. The food was good also. An added plus is that it is a BYOB for those who enjoy that or prefer to bring their own wine for a party. I would definatly say you should give this place a try.",
"When I asked my friend and her husband if they wanted to join us for dinner one night during the week she said, \"Sure. But don't forget that we are not adventurous when it comes to food.\" Sometimes this is difficult for us to find a place that suits all of our tastes because we are adventurous when it comes to food. I looked up this place and thought PERFECT. My boyfriend and I could get sushi and the crazy stuff that we like and my friend and her husband could get the not so crazy stuff that they liked.\n\nThe place was set. We decided this is where we would eat. But then we needed to decide whether or not we were going to do the Hibachi or the Buffet. We decided to do the buffet. This was best choice we could have made. Granted we didn't eat at the hibachi so we really can't compare it, but the amount of food that was in the buffet was unreal. There was such a variety of items that we didn't know where to go first. There was fresh sushi (being made constantly so there was no need to worry about it sitting), there was oysters and clams, streak, fried rice, chicken and broccoli and so much more. It was wonderful. The food was so good. \n\nThe place was huge. When we walked in we were very impressed. The servers were very nice and attentive. They constantly cleared our used plates and offered us more drinks. \n\nThe prices were really good for the amount of food we were given. During the week at dinner the buffet is $19.99 each on Fri, Sat and Sun it is only $22.99. Lunch buffet is $11.99 during the week and $13.99 Sat, Sun and holidays. \n\nMy favorite part of the place it think was the way they sing Happy Birthday. I won't ruin it but it is pretty neat."
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"This looks like the kind of place to bring a book or headphones versus the laptop. However tile floor and wood surfaces get loud I bet. This is based off a carry-out walkthrough.\n\nStaff ready. Open only four days. Clean, fresh and bright. Classical music. Big oval communal table in center. Seats 18. Booths along the side with outside seating available.\n\nObviously just rehabbed the space so some construction smell right now. That will leave I bet. They did make an effort to keep the wood light (not deep stain) and they also kept the awnings from obstructing the big windows above. The building faces the rising sun so winter should be toasty and bright.\n\nAsked cashier about the mustard got a good insightful response. Ham and gruyere on a baguette was ready fast (11:30 on Wednesday) and had the nice salty spice it should. A fundamental choice for the first and it was done well.\n\nFree not too sweet brownie while you wait is ... um... both good and bad?\n\nThey have little retail area for nutella, torts, danish, loaves, honey and stuff.",
"Le Pain Quotidien is a great addition to the neighborhood. Very nice, light, airy space with friendly, pleasant staff. The blueberry muffins are vegan! I'd definitely rate the price range at at least $$, though. The coffee isn't expensive, but the food is quite pricey.",
"This place is fairly new but you would't know it. The counter service was excellent, not in-your-face, happy to help. I got the iced chamomile and mint tea and it came with an orange slice, surprisingly delicious. While I waited, I noticed there was a \"watermelon cooler\" that sounded just as good, along with their menu, which made me drool all over the counter. \n\nAlong the aisle, they have honey, agave syrup, jams, etc. and behind the counter they have a wide variety of breads to purchase. I couldn't focus on much after looking at the fruit tarts and my friend got this round chocolate thing with white mousse chocolate inside that made my knees weak just from one tiny bite. \n\nI'll def. come back here, despite it being a chain. I now remember going to the one closer to Broad Street and tasting the granola there- it was delish! It was also packed and I can see that this place on Walnut will be soon, too. The savory tarts they have on their full menu sound amazing.\n\nSpecial note: The dining room is not for casually sitting and eating what you bought at the counter. They have full menus that the server will bring you when you sit down, just so you know! (I sat down and she was really nice cause they weren't busy, but I can see that becoming a problem.)",
"This place is amazing! I went to dine in and the friendly staff tells you that you can sit wherever you're comfortable and then promptly brings you a menu. My waitress was great. I think her name was Kelly. The food was phenomenal, albeit a little pricey. I had the Quinoa salad, which my waitress kindly told me is pronounced Keen-Wah. I will definitely be going there often. Le Pain Quotidien is a much needed addition to the neighborhood.",
"Yes...it's pricier than Starbucks across the street. But does Starbucks have fresh baked bread and pastries daily? And does Starbucks have the constantly buzzing around (but never annoying) and always extremely helpful staff that Le Pain has? Nope. \nThe Gazpacho was great, and knowing it's vegan makes me not feel guilty about how much I enjoyed it. The tartines are delicious... And I can't seem to say \"No\" to the chocolate croissants!\nI would very highly recommend for those who want something different than the same old lunch spots.",
"One thing I love best about non-sweltering, non-freezing weather is catching up on my reading in Washington Square. And what's a read in the park without lunch? Unlike overcrowded Rittenhouse, Washington Square isn't busting at the seams with takeout businesses. Usually it's Starbucks vs. Independent Coffee Shop vs. Tex Mex, vs. munching on dried fruit and nuts from Nuts to You. Starbucks is, well, Starbucks. Independent Coffee Shop has really weak iced coffee. I hardly ever feel like Tex Mex. And while Nuts to You is awesome as a pantry-stuffer, I always eat way too much of any mix I buy. The little strip just got one great addition.\n\nI know Le Pain Quotidien is a chain but the bread is really good which is more than i can say for a lot of places. They have a full menu of coffee and tea drinks and you can pick up a pot of honey if you need to. They also have a full line of Belgian spreads which are amazing (speculoos!). The pastries look delicious though the only one I've tried is the plain croissant. The sandwiches are a mixture of classic baguette sandwiches and some new spins. They're kind of expensive but the bread is so good, it almost doesn't matter. The iced coffee is sufficiently strong and the service is nice. Note that you can't sit down unless you want waiter service so it's not quite a coffee shop, but the takeout area is perfect for lunches in the park and that, after all, is its greatest appeal on a block crying out for more to choose from.\n\nThere are tons of great eateries in this city so I can't bring myself to give this place more than three stars though it deserves another one just for filling a void.",
"While I have yet to dine at this particular Le Pain Quotidien, I do have to give their staff five giant stars for helping me out the other day. I was running late to a personal training session at Platoon's new facility and I realized as I got to the corner of 8th and Walnut that I actually wasn't sure about the exact address. Panicked and without my iPhone, I popped into Le Pain Quotidien to see if, by chance, one of the employees would know where the place was located. \n\nAfter explaining my predicament, the friendly young lady behind the counter popped out her smart phone and checked her Yelp app for me. I got to my appointment with a few minutes to spare and a smile of relief. I'll be sure to update once I return for a paid experience!",
"Here is a place that puts a great deal of emphasis on everything being organic, great how about putting some emphasis on service. This is one of the slowest places I've been to in awhile. Went there recently w/a friend, we waited over ten minutes alone just for the coffee. They have this thing there where they give u coffee in a small pot and a cup on the side, which I guess was a good thing b/c I was able to see the giant crack in the cup which apparently our waitress could not. When I told her I would like a new cup b/c this one had a giant crack in it, she seemed like she could care less, said nothing as she took it away, and then I waited some more for a new cup. Once our food did arrive, the portions were very small, which may not b such a bad thing except for the fact that the prices are very high. The food and coffee are good but for what they charge and the small portion u get, along w/ the slow subpar service, a trip there is really not worth it. Save ur time and money and go some place else.",
"have been to LPQ in NYC and loved it. Happened to pass by the Walnut St location en route elsewhere and popped in for a chocolate croissant.\n\nwhat a disappointment! It smelled slightly rancid and almost fishy (old shortening?). At the price and with the repuation of LPQ I would have expecte better.\n\nthat's the downside of a chain. unreliable from place to place.",
"Yet another chain bakery to enter the Philly market, but I have to admit the atmosphere is Parisian enough to make me forget it's a chain and forget I'm in Philly, so that alone is worth four stars. I have been to this location twice since I was working in the area this week. On my first visit, I ordered a fig, honey and goat cheese tartine to go. I seem to recall that tartines are served open face and are grilled before serving. Mine was neither. It was cold and although it was tasty it wasn't what I was expecting. I stopped in yesterday and had an almond meringue and a cup of coffee. The meringue was amazing, it melted in my mouth but was firm enough to pick up and eat. The coffee was fresh. The staff here was very friendly. The decor and feel of the restaurant does remind me of a Parisian cafe. Just seeing the nice bread and pastry display is a notch above other chains in Center City, like Au Bon Pain and Cosi. I will definately stop back when I am in the area."
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"GREAT Burgers and the sweet potato fries are awesome!!!\nAll the fries are hand cut. Real bakery buns. Might even grind his own beef...not sure, but it sure tased like it. Fast, FRIENDLY service.\nKids menu. Grilled chicken, and veggie burger options. \nSmall dining area, and a patio.\nIn the old HapTownes space.\n\nOnly open Mon thru Fri til 2:30",
"Sweet Place.\nHigh quality burger at an amazing price....they've got chicken and veggie, hot dogs, chili too....but I haven't tried them yet....the cheeseburger always calls my name!\nSweet potato fries are the best I've had ANYWHERE at any price.\nDip them in the wasabi mayo or the ranch dressing for a real treat.\nNice folks, retro vibe....\nGutsy owner (opened the business in the midst of a recession). \n\nMay Gabby's live long and prosper!",
"I went here for the first time today with my husband (his second trip), and I absolutely loved it! The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because of the parking. There's a tiny parking area, but no lines so people sort of park willy nilly and there were several cars that were not going to be able to leave if someone else didn't move their car first.\n\nBut now on to the food. I had the BBQ burger which was very yummy and cooked perfectly. The bun was awsome, but the best thing about this place are those sweet potato fries....OMG, they were good. \n\nOne tip: they are only open from 10:30am - 2:30pm Mon-Fri and they pack out, so get there early if you want a place to sit.",
"Had the veggie burger. Served on a wheat bakery roll with swiss cheese and bbq sauce, lettuce, tomato, fresh pickles. Doubletaked a couple of times to make sure this was a veggie burger and not someone else's order. Excellent.\n\nSweet potato fries were interesting, maybe not my thing -- little too greasy for my taste.\n\nVery clean, well organized, owner & staff wearing t-shirts that said \"LIVING THE DREAM.\" Having the guts to open a new restaurant in the middle of a recession AND only be open 1030a-230p M-F and still being successful? This guy deserves to live the dream.\n\nQuality products, good prices, clean location, friendly staff, well organized -- it's a no brainer. Support your local businesses and try Gabby's!",
"The perfect burger dive. Its new and the buzz is still growing. Owned and ran by a local who is well known for his love of his community and wanting to both be a part of it and help it. \n\nGo get a burger.",
"Great, fresh, delicious food. Staff is friendly and engaging. My only negative for this place is the parking could be better and they could be open on the weekends so that I can get my fix!",
"I love Gabby's! I've been meeting other scooter bro's here for lunch since a short while after they opened. Pretty much any burger is fantastic and the sweet potato fries are my favorite in Nashville. They also have really good dessert treats in jars on the counter. Small. Local. Living The Dream. Gabby's is really everything you look for in a burger joint. 5 stars if they were open on the weekends. Lucky for me I work nearby!",
"When Doug Havron left Sam & Zoe's, I have to admit, I was heartbroken. I had finally found 'my' coffee shop, and there was an instant noticeable change at the cafe' after his leaving. \n\nOf course when I found out he opened a burger joint just around the corner from my house (yes, I can walk there!!) and offered handmade veggie burgers, I was absolutely thrilled! \n\nI can't rave enough about their veggie burgers. They are some of the BEST handmade veggie burgers in town. Their fries are perfect, the seasoning, texture, everything. And the sweet potato fries - well, I could easily make a meal off of those! He's got his good 'ol chocolate chip cookies (that haven't been the same at Sam & Zoe's since he left!) and the boyfriend and I can get two veggie burgers, two orders of friends, a drink and a sweet treat for about 13$. You can't beat that. \n\nThe service is always fast and friendly - I could seriously go on, but go try it for yourself! You won't be sorry!",
"I was a late-comer to Gabby's and will not seek another burger in Nashville from here on out. That's a serious statement for a burger-lovin' southern boy like myself. If you love great burgers and a great group to serve 'em up, then get to Gabby's. For real.",
"A place can only be so good without management really getting their own hands involved. There's an invisible ceiling when those in charge no longer deign to communicate with the people who come in and buy the product.\n\nHowever, when you go to Gabby's, the owner, Doug, is not only there, but he's part of the whole process of making, serving, and ringing up the food. He is very knowledgeable and friendly. That goes a long way, since people know they'll get a good experience.\n\nI can't speak about the burgers, but I do know a little about their hot dogs: they're delicious. Fried on the griddle to perfection, you know it'll be a good experience.\n\nI have side experiences that brought this place from four stars to five, making it a truly special experience. The first was when I missed closing by less then ten minutes. The door was locked, but Doug himself came out, shook my hand, apologized that they already started to clean the griddle, and asked me to come back. How could I blame them if no one had said anything. The signs were clearly marked, and I was late. That's customer service. \n\nThe second experience was when I went in, and ordered just the hot dog, not ordering fries, with the excuse that I really am trying to watch my weight. He suggested the coleslaw: I demurred, since I hate mayonnaise. Not only did he insist that his slaw did not have mayo, when gave me my order, he included the slaw at no cost. And you know what, it was pretty decent. But that's how much he believes in his product.\n\nI've had the fries, and they're great. If I were a sweet potato man, I'd try them (and I know they're popular). When I get the chance, I'll try a burger, but so far, Gabby's is an exceptional experience. If you're anywhere near the baseball stadium, brave the construction and get down there: it may be the best lunch experience in Nashville."
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"I have to start out by saying that I think IND airport has done it right. I travel a lot for work and pleasure, and I always get frustrated about paying a fortune for mediocre food at the airport. Then I went through IND a few months ago for the first time in a few years and was astounded by all of the good food that you could purchase for the same prices that you'd pay outside an airport. What a concept!!!\n\nAnyways, on to 96th Street Steakburgers. I wanted something quick-ish in Terminal A (so no sit down for us), and I didn't want a cold sandwich or salad, so this was our choice. The girl at the counter who took my order was friendly enough. Our food came out at about the right speed for a burger made to order, and they made sure to ask which condiments I wanted before handing over the bag. A double steakburger with cheese, a regular steakburger with cheese and fries was around $9. And it was one of the best burgers I've had in ages. Just make sure you eat the fries before they get cold - they are best when they are piping hot. Don't feel guilty about eating while on the moving walkways. :) The menu is extremely limited, but if you want burgers and fries (and milkshakes - but I figured that might be overkill before a 2 hour flight), what else would you want?\n\nLooking forward to my next trip to the Hoosier state so I can have some more!",
"Firstoff, being in the airport, you already expect to be nickle and dimed for being there. So you can imagine the shock when I looked at their menu as I walked past (they are located in terminal A) and saw how the prices were waaaay lower than even the other nearby fast food chains. And secondly, the burger and fries were excellent plus only cost me roughly $5 (if I recall, the steakburger was less than $3 and fries were like $1.50. ) Food cooked to order, so came out nice and hot, well seasoned, the lettuce was crispy, and the flatish burger was juicy, and the bread is made fresh each day. They also have real milkshakes in either chocolate, strawberry, or vanilla which looked tempting which I passed on. I enjoyed this place very much although I think it could have been enhanced with a nice cold bottle of beer (which they don't sell)!",
"While waiting for my flight back home, I roamed the entire length of this airport checking (while not leaving the security checkpoint) out the eats.\n\nThis place was the best choice in terms of price and desirability for me.\n\nI purchased the Double Steakburger with Cheese, a side of fries and a strawberry shake.\n\nI was the only order, so I was surprised my food took longer than 5 minutes. \n\nThe steak burger was a 7/10. It was good and the most memorable thing about it was the delicious pickles they placed on it. The cheese was melted just right and the patty was juicy.\n\nThe fries were mediocre. (5/10) I utilized ketchup to consume this item.\n\nThe strawberry shake I had was tasty. The cup they served it in was a little more flimsy that I would've liked. When holding the cup, the sides would buckle and the plastic was very malleable. That was a minor annoyance. The killer on this shake was when I reached the bottom. I had discovered hard and frozen halves of strawberries that were not mixed properly. The shake was good while I was drinking it but the strawberries would've made a huge difference in taste. I was disappointed. I give the shake a (5/10) It could've been a (8/10).\n\nOne piece of advice is that this location is located in Terminal A, close to the end of the line. Order the steak burger, but forget the fries and shake.",
"Above average for airport food. This is basically a steak n shake type of place, but not as good in my opinion. Appropriate prices, even for an airport. Service was quick.",
"I've eaten here at least twice and the burgers have always been great. They're juicy and delicious. I recommend getting the burger \"Monster Style\" and have a shake to go with it. This is one of the places that makes the Indianapolis airport at all tolerable.",
"Second visit to this location. Burger was ice cold. Meat was not of very high quality. I'm officially done with this place.",
"This was a pretty decent little stop for breakfast while waiting for my plane. \nI was really hungry because I hadn't eaten yet, and I wanted something warm (no fruit, etc). \nI had a sausage, egg and cheese sandwich. It took a bit for the cashier to notice me standing there, and I'm pretty sure it wasn't the regular cashier. But it didn't take too long to make, and it was made to order, too. \n\nGlad I chose to stop here because I didn't eat again until dinner time!",
"I have to say I had the best fries here. We had just been at a fancy French restaurant in Baltimore a few days before and these airport fries were every bit as good as the Pomme Frittes at the upscale place.\n\nPlus I agree, for airport food, this place had reasonable prices. I checked my receipt and the fries were $2.39",
"Came here while waiting for my plane and was delightfully surprised-- got a grilled cheese with pickles and it almost didn't taste like fast food. The bun was inside out, and buttery as anything ever was. The dill pickles added a nice touch to the melted American cheese. \n\nDefinitely worth a stop if you're in the airport!",
"If you're looking for an okay quick bite, this place is fine, but you can definitely do better!\n\nThe burger itself was fine, but a little small. I ordered it without lettuce and tomato and it came out correctly, which made me happy. SKIP THE FRIES. They are not good: not crispy, brown in color, soggy, just not good. The cheese sauce somewhat saved them.\n\nThe service was fast, which was it's only redeeming quality. Eat before you go through security or grab something else."
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"A great pizza restaurant for the entire family. \n\nOur kids love it and many of our friends have now made this their new favorite pizza restaurant. We have found it to be a great place for larger groups too. \n\nThis is more than just a pizza place. They offer some good sandwiches, pasta and salads. However, we usually just go for the pizza and breadsticks here.\n\nThis is a family owned pizza restaurant that offers the type of service you would expect from a family owned restaurant, especially if you are fortunate enough to have Shelly as your server.\n\nThe restaurant also sponsors several children's sports team. So we appreciate that they are also give back to the local community.",
"One word...... Yum, best deep dish south of chicago",
"This family run pizza joint reminds me of my childhood - you know, back in the 90's when your mom and dad would take the whole family out for pizza on a Friday night as a special treat. They have arcade games, little machines that dispense candy for a quarter, big screen televisions and the best pizza I've had in a long time. Oh, and they serve beer and wine ;)\n\nWe ordered: \n\n1) a hand tossed canadian bacon, pineapple and jalapeno pizza - yes, salty, sweet and spicy (my fav combination!). \n2) a deep dish Gramboli's Special... pepperoni, sausage, green pepper and onions, yum :)\nand the all important 3) bread sticks with cheese sauce. All who know me, know that cheese sauce features high on my list of desirable foods. I can't pass it up on any menu offering. \n\nPizza is an American favorite - it's hard to get it wrong. But Gramboli's pizza isn't just your typical pizza, their crust is freakin' fabulous. I'm not sure what they do to make it so dang good... the deep dish is well, deep. But also hearty, moist (without being doughy) and delicious. Deep dish is my husbands favorite... The hand tossed is super light (i.e. airy), flavorful and my favorite. The best part is their pizza sauce though... I'm not sure what they add to it, cinnamon? Who knows... but it beats the socks off the competition. We've tried to replicate it at home, but to no avail. \n\nAll in all, get to Gramboli's and try their pizza. Whether you are a hand-tossed or deep dish type, you'll love it. And don't forget the breadsticks. They rock.\n\nTip: Snag a coupon from their website before you go, and get the bread sticks for free.",
"this is my fav place to eat deep dish in indianapolis. it's not quite giordano's but..it's pretty darn close. breadsticks & deep dish are a must. leave your diet at home.",
"Wife and out-laws had pizza, which they liked, and I had spaghetti, which was average. The breadsticks were really great! The booth we sat in about swallowed us (time for new cushions) and the vinyl was all ripped up, which doesn't feel good on the back of your legs. The service was great. There was a group of about 10 kiddos partying and screaming, which didn't help, but that's life in a neighborhood pizza joint. We'll be back, but carryout seems like a good call from now on.",
"Love this neighborhood pizza place! They have great deep dish, and their breadsticks are amazing! Can't wait to go back again soon. Highly recommend giving it a try!",
"I've eaten hear about half a dozen times. Surprisingly I haven't tried anything other than there steak and cheese sub - which I love. I moved to Indiana and one of my favorite foods is a steak and cheese sub. I couldn't find a place out here that made one I liked, expect for Gramboli's. It's really tasty and comes with lettuce and tomatoes on the sub and chips.\n\nI have ordered it to go as well as eaten there. The restaurant is a nice place for a family or a group. There are numerous tvs there, and I have gone a with a group of about 10 (made reservations) a couple of times and they have set us up in the back room that has tables put together in a few flat screen tvs on the wall. The gave us cups if we wanted to have soda so we could go to the fountain and fill up ourselves, which I found that a little odd. But overall the experiences their have been pleasant. I will have to rectify trying something else another time, but I just love steak and cheese subs, so it's nice to have a place to go.",
"This place really needs to be rediscovered. It has so much potential. Its set up as a traditional old fashioned pizza place but sadly its lacking. I ordered the steak and cheese which was something I've been craving all day,especially the one back in Miami where I can sit on my favorite seat in a corner in a wall and know for sure Mike will have a delicious fresh hoagie for me, but I'm rambling. I ordered the steak and cheese and it wasn't too bad. Shredded lettuce tomato olive oil. But it didn't satisfy that NEED.",
"A group of my friends and I went there last weekend for my birthday. I had made reservations for 10-12 of us. We ended up being at 11. When a couple of my friends got there first, they directed them over to the \"party\" room which already had a kid's party going on. Fortunately my friends got them to sit us in the main restaurant and the put a few tables together for us, that was much better. \n\nThe waitress we had was awesome. I really wish I had caught her name. With so many of us, 7 of us splitting 3 pizzas and the other 6 on individual tickets, she handed it easily and without any fuss. And besides the kids party and ours, it was very busy that night and it never felt like they were rushing us or overwhelmed.\n\nI've only gotten the steak and cheese sub there before, so I was glad to try the pizza. We had a deep dish meats pizza, which was great; a thin crust pepperoni pizza, very good; and a pan style bbq chicken pizza, that was my favorite. It was very flavorful and the bbq sauce wasn't too much and slightly on the sweet side, which I prefer. I'm so glad we decided to split the pizzas so I could try different ones.",
"Great meat lovers pizza. Buffet had lots of options too. Has televisions inside for games and other entertainment."
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"This location of Red Robin recently opened and has been packed ever since.\n\nThe wait staff is friendly and the food will satisfy your summer craving for burgers, salads, shakes, etc.\n\nBar area is pretty big and they have some specials 8pm-11pm.",
"We've eaten had Red Robin at other locations over the years and was happy to see one open up in the PTC shopping center. After hitting the movies today, we decided to stop in and give this location a try. We arrived a little before 4pm on a Sunday afternoon, so it was't busy and we were seated immediately. At first I was quite happy to see a digital tablet (Ziosk system) sitting on our table as being a geek, I was hoping to be able to place my order and pay for it through this system. Sadly, you can only place orders for drinks, appetizers, and desserts. You can pay your bill with it and you can control what song plays in the restaurant ($0.99/song) or you can play any of the games that the system offers for $1.99 (unlimited game play). \n\nOn the menu are various kinds of burgers, but you'll also find some chicken sandwiches, wraps, and salads. My wife went with their Whiskey burger, which is what she typically gets and she said it was as good as usual. I went with the California chicken sandwich sans the bun and cheese. I'm sure it would have tasted better on the bun and with the cheese, but it was OK as is. I do wish the bacon was much crisper. The kids had the grilled cheese and chicken fingers. You have a selection of side choices--my wife and kids took the steak fries and I went with the side salad. The side salad is basically iceberg lettuce with chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, and croutons. The \"all you can eat\" steak fries are wedge like cut fries and just not my thing.\n\nService was good throughout our meal. When we were done, I simply clicked the Pay Bill on the Ziosk system, swiped my credit card, entered the tip amount, signed on-screen, had my receipt emailed to me, and I was on my way. I really liked this as you don't have to wait for your waitress and this can be very helpful when you have kids with you that are ready to go! \n\nAll in all, a good burger place and we are happy that one has opened up nearby. We'll be back!",
"Not one for chains, but this opened like 2 miles from my house and I do love burgers. I have to say it was an overall good experience. I was particularly enthralled by the tablet on the table that lets you get a better look at bar drinks and food, play music and even pay right there. \n\nStaff was beyond friendly and I'm very intrigued by their late night happy hour specials. \n\nGood burgers, friendly service, incredible prices, and right down the street. I'll call it a local win.",
"3 stars for Red Robin, based on my most recent burger and shake experience.\n\nThis is a new addition in the providence town center at collegeville, which is basically a huge outdoor food court with a few retail places nearby. Seriously, there are almost as many places to eat\\drink as there are to shop here! \n\nIts a nice, new restaurant with a friendly staff and eclectic decor. Old school pictures on the wall with a K-Pax movie poster. Interesting for sure! I was greeted by an enthusiastic and friendly hostess, who kindly asked if I'd prefer sitting at a booth or in the bar area...altho there are TVs everywhere, I decided to sit in the bar area. You really can't turn around in here without seeing a TV including a nice big screen TV behind the bar...as others have mentioned, they also have little tablets on each table where you can play games, send songs to the jukebox, and even order drinks and dessert...in addition to paying your bill...pretty clever, not sure how these things will hold up once some kid gets his hands on it...or his marinara sauce...but I like seeing how businesses are embracing this newer tablet technology...\n\nAll seems lovely so far...and indeed it is, but now its time for food...This is a \"gourmet\" burger place. Which basically means they have a bunch of what they consider \"gourmet\" burger\\topping combinations on the menu...not like cheeburger cheeburger where you order a burger, then pick what toppings you like, creating your own gourmet burger...altho you certainly can do that here...I think this is a corporate thing so they can say \"we have this many burgers on our menu\", even tho most of them are pretty much the same with a couple toppings switched around...Personally I don't like anyone suggesting what I get on my burger, I can pick my own toppings thanks! \n\nI went with the Bacon Cheeseburger with American...They have several cheeses available(big plus), and I was pleased to be asked \"how do you want that done?\" which is one of my favorite questions when dining out...I went with Medium...\nSo, it comes out and its about 4 inches tall...but about 1.5 inches of that is lettuce and another 2 inches bun, leaving a fairly thin patty to make up the last .5 inches...not exactly the big burger I was expecting. The \"big\" burger, according to my server, is 6 oz and the \"petite\" is 3oz...I got the big one but didn't think it was so big compared to the amount of lettuce on there...It was cooked as ordered and smelled delicious, but I wasn't overly \"wowed\" by it...in fact, it was very average to me and I didn't even finish it...It was incredibly greasy, my bun practically turned to mush from the greasy burger making it a bit of a mess to eat...at 9.99, I hardly consider it a bargain, even with the \"endless fries\". One nice thing is you can substitute a few items for the fries free, and some other items cost 49 cents, which isn't too bad considering a lot of places charge a dollar to make substitutions or don't allow it at all.\n\nMove onto the shake...they have vanilla soft serve that they mix with flavors to get a variety of shakes. Meh...give me some hand scooped chocolate ice cream please! That chocolate syrup just doesn't do the trick! I got a chocolate banana...they don't even use a real banana, but a prepared banana puree they add in for flavoring...the banana was spot on, but the chocolate syrup was quite simply lacking real chocolate flavor.\n\nThey do have a full bar, and I understand they have some good specials at night...so this could be a fun place to have some bar food and watch a game...but as far as \"gourmet burgers\" are concerned, I'll pass...",
"This is one of the newer locations (just opened in July 2013) with a more upscale look then older restaurants. Since it's new, I'll give them a break on the wait staff. The waiter gave me the wrong drink initially, but replaced it with the correct one later. He never did ask if we wanted refills of our drinks or \"endless fries\". The new bottomless french fry holder is kinda cute, but not as practical as those little plastic baskets the burgers & fries use to come in. \n\nFood as is good as you can expect. My favorites are the Whiskey River burgers and chicken sandwiches. \n\nI'll go back because I like their menu and selection. Hopefully the service improves as the staff get better trained.",
"Nice, clean, and packed. \n\nThat is a good way to start a review I guess. \n\nThe selection of burgers are good, but there is mayo on everything. GROSS!\n\nOk, you can get it ordered to your liking though, but by my experience, be prepared to send it back and wait another 20 minutes on your food. \n\nThe food quality is good and the servers are pretty attentive, minus getting the order completely wrong, but from my former experience in the restaurant industry; it is typically the kitchen not the server that gets these special orders mixed up. \n\nThe bottomless fries advertisement is misleading though. I think they literately mean \"bottomless fries\" as in there is no bottom to the fry container..... :/ I'll live though as the proportions are satisfying. \n\nIt is a little pricey though for what you are getting, but in the end it's a decent burger joint. Be prepared to spend $40-50 for two with an adult beverage. \n\nI would return in the future for a second go as I love me a good burger.",
"Great burger joint especially for families with kids. Our server, Ben, was attentive and he consistently anticipated our needs. Drink refills and food delivery were quick! Food was good. Love the tablet at the table which allows you to order and pay at the table. You can also pay ($2) for apps for the kids to play games at the table.",
"I took my grandson, daughter and wife this evening. The restaurant was not at all full but the service was horrific. It took them atleast ten minutes after seating before the server acknowledged us and tuned on the automatic ordering gizmo on the table. I know why they have them....it is about the only way you get any service or your bill. \nThe food order was simple but it took at least 20 minutes. The server did stop and apologize but try and comfort a hungry 3 year old. \nThe meals were all good but nothing that really stood out...it is a chain after all. \nAs we left, the servers were all huddled around the host station talking. \n\nThere are way too many good chains to give this place a second look.",
"I'll state the good right away - the food is excellent. Now to the bad. First , why can't you order soda with the ziosk thing? Three times we have been to this one since it opened. Three times the service was terrible. First time, our waiter seemed \"special\". Clueless and slow. Second time, it took about 20 minutes to get an appetizer. Another 20-25 minutes to get the dinner since it was made wrong and had to be remade. I found this out when the food finally came out, not once did the waiter come over and apologize for the wait. And it was 4pm and the place was empty. Third time may have been the worst. 19 minutes to get sodas since we were seated (I was timing this place at this point). In the middle of those 19 minutes, we ordered cherry coke. Our waitress comes back a bit later to inform us they are out of cherry coke, would we like sprite? Now this place has a bar, and I have seen cherry cokes made here. I politely ask her if she can have it made with regular coke and add grenadine. She looks at me as if I'm an idiot, and again offers us a sprite. Just wow. During our meal, this dumb red bird mascot is walking around. I get it.....for kids to be entertained. Nope - this a$$clown was interrupting tables with just adults. Who the heck needs that?\nI might go back again, but just because the apps and sandwiches are very tasty. But I'll get half-loaded prior to doing so to make the overall experience not so painful.",
"My co-worker and I wanted to to try the Ava-Cobb-o salad. We took it as take out. It was disgusting. The lettuce was brown, brown to the point that if it was in my fridge I'd trash it. There were hardly any toppings. It just wasn't enjoyable and I'll never eat their salads again. \nMy co-worker also got the Baked Potato Soup and she said it was very bland. She would not get this again either. \nWe both ended up throwing away our $10 salads halfway through finishing them. Very poor quality. \nOn a better note, their burgers and fries are good. I'm also Gluten Free so the fact that they carry gluten free buns is something I always love restaurants taking the initiative to do. \nJust stick with the burgers and fries at this place..."
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"Had the opportunity to try this place out in the new valley forge town center. Line was out the door! Place was very cool. Modern and fun. Despite the line we got through it to the counter service very quickly. It was my first time there (grand opening!) so the service team helped me through the menu and how to order. I landed on the lamb meatballs over the basmati rice with the tikka masala sauce. PERFECTION. The flavors really blended well. They also had a side station set up to try some other sauces that I could use with my rice. Indian BBQ-spicy right? There were some spicy options but none of them were overpowering! Spicy is not one of my things! My favorite side sauce was the mint yogurt sauce. \nFor a counter service and \"seat yourself dining area\" the place was very clean. Several workers were wiping down tables and making sure the place looked great. They were all smiling and everyone I made eye contact with asked how I was doing and if I was enjoying my meal. \nThe coolest part of the night was watching the kitchen work through the huge glass wall separating us from them. Mark the general manager could probably see my wife and 5 year old son looking on and pointing at the workers, so he visited us at the table and explained how the food was made and even got some of the workers to wave to my little guy! My family and I were so happy at the end of the meal, It really was a great dining experience. Hats off to Mark and his team! They will definitely be having me back on a regular basis!",
"(4.25) ~ Very good Overall food & Service. Like how they try and use local ingredients too.\n\nFAVORITE FOODS:\n** Lamb Wrap = (4.25) Very good. Added some Spicy Mango & Mint Yogurt Sauces, to make it even better;) Plus you can add more onions & peppers if needed.\n** Malai Kulfi(Dessert Ice Cream) = (4.25) Very good, tasted similar to Ras malai:)\n\nFAVORITE SAUCES:\n** Mint Yogurt = (4.5) Very Good...Probably the Best we've had\n** Spicy Mango = (4) very good with a kick\n\nFAVORITE DRINKS:\n** Mango Lassi = (4.25) Very good\n** Water(tap) = (4.25) Very good, must be filtered:)\n\nOTHER FOODS:\n* Pav Bhaji = (3.75) good, but there's way more sauce than rolls, so I would either reduce the size of the sauce bowl or add more bread rolls;)\n* Lamb BBQ Bowl w. Tikki Masala, Basmati Rice(white), Regular Naan w. added Tandoori Veggies = (3.5) good\n* Mango Kulfi = (3.5) good\n* Chocolate Truffle = (3.5) very rich chocolate fudge.\n* Side Salad = (3.5) good\n\nOTHER SAUCES:\n* Tamarind Apple = (3.75) Good\n* Tamarind Ginger Dressing = (3.75) Good\n* Choolah Fire = (3.5) good, similar to Buffalo Hot Sauce\n* Choolah Lava = (3.5) good\n* Raita = (3.25) pretty good\n* Choolah Ranch = (3.25) pretty good\n\nOTHER DRINK:\n* Choolah Chai = (3) ok",
"Ohh what an amazing place to celebrate my favorite Friday ... me and my husband were on the exploration mood to grab some super tasty food nearby and we landed up at choolah ...Honestly I didn't think through before entering to the place that it just filled with people with all satisfied and happy faces , enjoying the food... And yes the food is really authentic and trendy absolutely according to US food culture ... unique way to maintain the queue (buzzer) and mentioning the dip fountains is must ... Me and my husband ordered Tikka bowl with Salmon , tandoori chicken wrap & samosa chat... Choolah special chai is a must to have in the menu my special favorite the chilly mango dip... We love it... keep rocking guys ...",
"Amazing...so authenticity. Purest Indian flavor that everyone will love. No need to scared of spices and hot...you can add as per your taste. Great options for veg, non-veg and kids. \nI went on the opening day. Probably they should add more sweets and prawn to the menu.",
"Really good Indian food that doesn't taste heavy. Recommend the chole/cauliflower wrap, yellow dal, chai, and malai kulfi. Will be coming back!!",
"This place just opened up, and their food is pretty tasty! It's the first fast casual Indian place I've been to, and the decoration is much more modern than any Indian restaurants I've seen before. They have a bunch of different sauces available, and on the labels, they note what that sauce pairs well with on their menu. With a slew of different options, there are many possible combinations.\n\nOne thing I saw there that I haven't seen anywhere else is their modern hand-washing station. It's near the dining area, and you just stick your hands in, and it sprays warm water and soap for cleaning. I thought that was pretty cool.\n\nPrices are on the higher side, but food is tasty. They also make a really good mango lassi!",
"Came with a friend on opening day, hoping to be lucky and snag a free lunch. No such luck, the place was pretty packed. The line was pretty long, but they seemed to keep everything moving relatively quickly. plenty of workers expediting and turning over tables. \n\nIt's \"fast casual\" and you get a buzzer for your order which is always nice. The pickup counter is kind of in an awkward location, near where people sit, where people grab their utensils and sauces, and where people are exiting the order line. High traffic area.\n\nI got a bowl with paneer cheese, basmati rice, tikka masala, and some naan. My friend got a BBQ bowl as well, with tofu and veggies, basmati rice, chickpea masala, and again, some naan. We took our order to-go and dined back at the office. \n\nWe both went a little HAM packing up small containers of their sauces. I like all things spicy, so was super pumped that they had a \"fire\" and a \"lava\" sauce. They also had a mango sauce that was a nice break from the super spicy. There was also mint sauce and two others that I didn't really utilize. \n\nOur masalas didn't have any hints of spiciness, so my guess is they make the masala pretty neutral so you can kick it up with their hot sauces if necessary. \n\nThe food was good, and the service was fantastic. I also felt like this place was more like 'casual' Indian food? (Not sure if that makes sense) In other words, if the concept of Indian food seems daunting to you, maybe start here. The flavors aren't as bold as a more sit down Indian restaurant, and the menu is just the right size to keep you from being overwhelmed with too many choices.",
"So my bollywood fusion dance team was asked to perform at their grand opening & pre opening press event, and we were also treated as one of the guests during the press night. This meant we tried quite literally everything on the menu, with as much hospitality as we would have received if our mothers were serving us. \n\nThis place is phenomenal. Since I tried the entire menu, I can say with actual authority that basically everything is delicious. I would come back 100 times, and then bring my parents too, because it's that freakin authentic. The sauces were so good, all the appetizers were so good, the salmon and the lamb and the chicken had all of us nearly weeping. The paneer and tofu was melt-in-your-mouth, and somehow the next dish always tasted better than the last. They had extraordinarily authentic biriyani which had one of my friends literally crying with joy, and the dessert and chai was also perfect. \n\nIf this is how the food will always taste and how good the service is gonna be, they have a customer for life! Even the decor and amenities are fantastic! There's nothing I don't like. I highly recommend this place to anyone that has never tried Indian food, or someone who has grown up eating it. Everyone will love it.",
"Stopped by on Saturday afternoon and the place was buzzing. Counter staff were very friendly, patiently walking customers through the various menu options. I opted for the lamb tikka masala which came with a nan bread and complimentary samosa, along with a soda which came in at just over $14...a bit pricey for fast casual dining and one of the reasons for the 4 stars. The other slight gripe was the 5 to 10 minute wait for the meal which was simply rice, meat and some sauce...not quite sure why that takes so long to prepare if the ingredients are ready to go. \n\nThe food itself was tasty, the lamb meatballs were nicely seasoned and worked well with the tikka masala sauce which was very mild. There are some sauces you can add in the condiments area to spice things up to your personal taste. \n\nThere is plenty of seating both inside and out, a mix of tables, booths and long benches and the vibe is very modern with an entire glass wall to view the kitchen and tandoor ovens. \n\nOverall, Choolah is a welcome and fun dining option in the new KOP Town Center and I'm sure I'll be back again soon. I recommend it.",
"An honest opinion. The concept is a 9/10 alas I cannot eat a concept. \n\nOrdered\n\nPau Bhaji\nSamosa Chaat\nBlack Daal\nYellow Daal\nBrown and white Basmati rice\nTofu with BBQ Veges\nMango lassi\nNaan\n\n1)The Pau Bhaji tasted spoilt a 6/10 it had a sourish taste to it and we could tell it came from a vacuum pack or pretty packaged not fresh\n\n2) Samosa Chat gets a 6/10 as the cholle was hard and not cook enough the samosa itself is a 7/10\n\n3) The black daal is awesome 8/10. It had a real Delhi taste however we felt it came from a vacuum pack.\n\n4) Yellow daal 4/10 nothing Indian about it. Felt like it was boiled and thrown together. I had better at a Mexican rest. \n\n5) Brown and white Basmati rice are of the mediocre quality. A 6/10\n\n6) The tofu veg is something you can get from. A Chipotle. Tasted the same from Chipotle nothing to rave about 4/10 but for having it in menu 8/10\n\n7) Mango Lassi is a 4/10 sour and sweetish and did not like the taste.\n\nEverything is prepackaged and comes in vacuum packed where it is then hi speed oven cooked. Brilliant fast food concept but not for us who love authentic Indian fresh food. It is what Americans need another fast food Indian restaurant to join the array of Chipotle and Wendy's of the world. There is no stove in the restaurant and all is cook off base refrigerated, prepared reheated and served. \n\nThe Naan is like a flat bread. Only authenticity is the tandoor used to cook it in. It is too thin has no depth of taste and is dryish. Mostly machine made. In a regular rest it is labor intensive. \n\n\nOverall concept is a 9/10. New opening jitters and will be back to see how it goes in a couple of weeks. This place resembles the Chipotle and international fast food concept that are sprouting around to make it to franchise and maybe an IPO. In that regard it may succeed however I feel Americans have upped their anti to wanting to have fresh food not infomercial organized organic healthy fast food join wearing the garb of wholesome food.\n\nBest of luck"
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"A chance encounter with Mandarin House: \ncaught in an unexpected downpour on our way out of yoga class and getting soaked to the skin was all the excuse we needed to treat ourselves to dinner as opposed to going back home and fixing it.\n\nWe remembered that Mandarin House, which our hairstylist had told us about, was not too far so we decided to give it a shot. We were glad we did!\n\nAnother soaking on the way from the parking lot into the eatery left us cold and craving spicy Chinese food. Surprisingly, the restaurant was quite crowded...at 8 pm in Carmel on a weeknight - we took this as a good sign.\n\nWe were promptly greeted and shown to a secluded table to peruse the menu. We opted for crab rangoons for an appetizer. Now, these are not normally my favorite thing as I try to avoid deep-fried food of any kind. But, I must say they were delicious ;-) The dough was amply filled with the cream cheese mix that makes these bites delectable to many...more importantly, these rangoon were properly cooked to crisp perfection that did not leave behind a grease puddle. No sogginess in the entire bunch!\n\nFor our entrees, we had kung pao shrimp and chicken with black bean sauce. Both came with a small bowl of hot & sour soup that was the perfect starter for two waterlogged, shivering diners. The concoction had the right proportions of hot and sour and was neither gummy-thick or watery-thin. Our entrees were piping hot on arrival, well cooked and sauced appropriately - not \"swimming\" in sauce as it were. One particular thing both hubby and I noticed right away was that the shrimp were not overcooked and really tasted like fresh, not frozen, shrimp. \n\nThe service at MH was attentive and friendly and we will definitely return to try other menu items. When we left at 9pm, people were still coming in the door, which we found truly amazing :-)",
"This chinese food is as good as it gets in Carmel. I have tried other restaurants and so far this is the best one. Very good across the board. You will enjoy. No delivery",
"Last Sunday we went to Mandarin House for their buffet. It's only offered on Sunday and has a large selection of soups, apps, entrees and desserts that vary from the more mainstream (hot & sour soup, pot stickers, beef with broccoli) to items you don't normally see on restaurant menus in Indy (stir fried chicken feet, tripe, red bean dumplings). Everything we tried was quite good. This was some of the better Chinese food I've had in Indy. \n\nThe buffet is worth checking out and is reasonably priced around $12 for all you can eat.",
"We went to eat there as a group today and had a nice sitting. We ordered variety of dishes to share and they were nice but pretty ordinary. Not a bad place to go for lunch or dinner.",
"Generally very good but orange beef was tough and hard to chew.",
"So far Indy hasn't exactly wowed me with their Chinese cuisine and Mandarin House fits this description. The establishment is nice inside even upscale for most Chinese restaurants. The sweet and sour soup was disappointing. The crab meat ragoons were not very good and the sauces served with them are less than mediocre. The entrees were good. We had the Pork with Garlic sauce, which was delicious. The Savory and Spicy Chicken had phenomenal flavor and, if you don't mind not having a sauce, the perfect thing to order. Our waitress had very little personality but was great at telling us about the dishes and making recommendations. I won't go back until I've tried every other Chinese restaurant and given up hope of finding better.",
"Been a customer for over 20 years, yes since 1991. Excellent lunch offerings without having to hit a buffet (wife hates buffets). Top notch rangoons, pot stickers and egg rolls. Consistently good food and service. Highly recommend for lunch. They're moving - hope the new location is just as consistent as old.",
"I eat here often with coworkers and we all love this place! Lunch dishes are about $7-$8 and you get a large portion of food. I usually get the sesame chicken but all of the lunch dishes come with fried rice, soup (authentic soup), and two crab rangoon. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone wanting a filling, affordable lunch!",
"Rock solid consistent lunchtime Chinese entrant. I'm a long longtime customer and was thrilled to check out the new digs. The lunch menu is still the same - but the soups and rangoons are a slightly different prep and VERY very good. I had the beef and onions, she had garlic chicken - soups were hot and sour and egg drop.\n\nBoth plates were very good - large portioned w/ above-average fried rice and rangoons, excellent quick service. First time on the beef and onions for me - it was good but I lean more spicy so I'll be going back to the zippy entrees. She likes the cashew chicken but enjoyed the garlic this go around.\n\nAs to the new digs; love it. Very streamlined, modern and bright - tons of natural light - nice upgrade. I STILL HIGHLY RECOMMEND for a business luncheon - very good Chinese food w/o hitting a buffet. If you'd like - you can almost always be in and out in less than 35 minutes if you're pressed for time.",
"Yeah back again...because it's so darn good.\n\nBusiness lunch. Love this place. Doesn't matter if you're in suit/tie or casual - digs are just nice enough you'll be comfortable either way.\n\nSo why the updated review since I just did this a month ago?\n\nBecause I discussed with our waitress making a somewhat spicy dish more spicy.\nA very wise decision - she was very helpful and my dish was wonderfully aglow.\n\nSo - don't take the menu advice (because it must be for very delicate palates) - let them know if you prefer spicier flavors. (frankly they're 1/2/3 stars spicy is nowhere near standard spiciness ratings)"
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"It's more like 3.5 stars - but I am giving them four to be generous. The dark, slightly in need of a make-over Morracan digs are a great place to crash on a cusion or low couch with a crowd on a Friday or Saturday night when the hot mint tea flows, the belly dancers shake their thang and the hookah comes out of retirement.\n\nMy 3 year old was enthralled by the belly dancer.\n\nFood is a set meal - with just about the best Bastilla (rabbit or chicken) around for miles. Lamb was tender and flavorful.\n\nNot a holy grail - but for Bucks County - where else ya gonna go for the \"real deal\" Moroccan cuisine?\n\nPlus - they are family owned and have been around for gotta be well over 20 years.",
"My wife and I have been here about 3 or 4 times, and each time, we enjoy ourselves. The Belly Dancers are a bit ...Kitsch but hey, it's Doylestown on a Friday night. Being a BYOB is a plus. We bring a big bold red like a cabernet, and a sweeter white like a gewertz or a riesling because the foods change as the night goes on, and we like how the wine complements the different food. I think the service is excellent and they really make sure you have a good time. The Bastilla is good, the hummus and cucumber salad are excellent, and the Tagine dishes I have had, are really good. At the end of it all, the mint green tea mix helps everything to settle down. Mint green tea, I have had better. but if that is my only complaint, I think we are doing ok here. Call, make reservations, and get there some time. Better than Trendy Tangerine as far as food goes.",
"Casablanca was my first introduction into Moroccan cuisine, I really enjoyed the place. It is a bit dark inside, but the relaxed atmosphere, friendly service, and outstanding food make it a great destination for group outings. \n\nI believe that you can order a 3 or 7 course meal, I definitely recommend the full blown 7 courses, it's really fun, and the food is just wonderful. The rabbit was my favorite course, extremely tender and bursting with flavor.",
"Tons of yummy food! For those who are hesitant to try new foods, you do get to make choices. You don't have to eat lamb or rabbit if you do not like it. You can choose chicken, beef or vegetarian dishes. \n\nAs far as the bellydancers., Omar is hands down the best dancer! He was there the 1st Saturday of the month last I heard. Double check and make sure you catch him.\n\nHookah?!? I've been there 4 times and never was offered a hookah!!! I am planning a girls night out to Philly to experience the hookah.....",
"When I first walked into Casablanca, all I could think about was sex. I'm not a total hornball, but the pillows, silky drapes, and low lighting really make you feel as though you are in a Sultan's boudoir. Also, on any given evening, there's bound to be at least 3 or 4 couples dining together in this intimate setting. Then, you see the belly dancer in her little bit of sequined nothing, and that clinches it! Sex. \n\nIt's pricey. A flat $27 per person, not including drinks and tip. But, you get seven huge courses. Unfortunately, any normal person will only get through two or three before feeling stuffed. I loved the pastry course, mainly because it had a Bedouin scene rendered in cinnamon on the top, which I took great delight in destroying (It was yummy!). \n\nThe belly dancer was quite accomplished at her trade. She danced 5 or 6 times while we ate! In my experience they only dance 2 or 3 times, so this was a treat. Of course, you will feel the need to tip her. I found the situation a big awkward, as I didn't particularly want to shove money into her panties. Luckily, she picked up on my intentions, put a basket on her head, and did a little \"Here's a basket, give me $$$.\" dance. \n\nThe shisha bar downstairs looked like a good time. Next time.",
"This being my third different Morroccan restaurant I was definitely excited to be trying a new place.\n\n$27 plus tax for an 8 course meal and BYOB. Who can beat that! All the courses were quite delicious. I loved that if you are there with one other person, you each get to choose your own entrees which means we got to taste more for our buck. Had the lamb which was amazing, lemon chicken (fell right off the bone, rabbit (sauce was great but cold), and beef kabobs(little touch but great taste).\n\nDecor makes you feel like you are in Morrocco except for the New Years Day decorations(restaurant manager if you are reading this please just leave the traditional decorations up and don't use the tacky NYD stuff).\n\nThere is a beer store next doorin case you forget your own BYOB. Staff were extremely friendly but make sure to set aside at minimum 2.5 hours for this experience if not more. It took us almost 3 and we coudol have stayed a bit longer but had a movie to get to.",
"This was my first time at a Moroccan restaurant and I enjoyed it. The atmosphere was nice. They have a 7 course set menu, with choices of chicken, beef, lamb or rabbit for the entrees. There is also options for vegetarians. All the food was tasty, even the rabbit! The rabbit just tastes like chicken and was seasoned well. For dessert, I found it nice that they served an assortment of fresh whole fruit, such as bananas, apples, oranges and grapes. \n\nWe took our time eating, which took about 2 hours. You definitely need 2 hours to eat, as there was a lot of food; I was so stuffed at the end of the dinner. The restaurant did not rush us at all, which was good considering that we didn't start eating until about 10:00 PM. \n\nThere were belly dancers and a few of my friends even got up and danced with one of the belly dancers, which was entertaining and fun.\n\nThe only negative was that we did come on a busy night (Saturday) and even though we had reservations we were not seated until at least 30-40 minutes later. Good thing they had a little comfy waiting area with seats.\n\nI would return to this place for Moroccan food in the Philly suburbs.",
"Burnt food. Poor service. No heat.",
"For $25 dollars, you get so called 6 course meal...I would give four stars, only if belly dancers were all girls and little hotter. lol",
"Beautiful and fun decor. Great staff - very jovial! Deeeeeeelicious food.\n\nEight courses for $30 full of exotic (to Warrington, at least) foods is a steal. This BYOB is where it's at for a romantic dinner or a large group gathering. I cannot get enough of the Moroccan salads and pita. The baba ganoush was also so, so good.\n\nA second course of a sweet and savory dish was also yummy - egg and chicken in filo dough topped with powered sugar and cinnamon. Came out hot so it was a bit hard to eat with the hands at first (all but the 6th course of cous cous is eaten with the hands), and it was pretty messy, but you get towel for your lap to keep the mess on yourself to a minimum.\n\nBoth boyfriend and I ordered the rabbit (whole rabbit in a flavorful tomato sauce with dates and raisins) and the lamb kebab. The rabbit was by far superior, though I am a big fan of the lamb, as well. By the time the kebabs came out, we were too full to dig in, so I'm eating them along with the cous cous for lunch today (mmm!).\n\nFruit then baklava and mint tea rounded out the very filling, very tasty meal. The fruit was clearly very fresh and I happily partook of the juicy, seedless watermelon. Also the pineapple and red grapes. The baklava was perfect: dry and crunchy up top and gooey on the bottom. The mint tea was sweetened with honey and very tasty.\n\nThe belly dancer was a lot of fun- she pulled me up to show me how to move my hips. Despite my lack of coordination, it was a lot of fun.\n\nDefinitely into going back, next time with a large group."
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"Similar to Dublin square. The restraunt is nice. The menu went through a total reboot. There are more options and tons of new things. Now it's less Irish and more American. He prices have also dropped since. Dublin square. Now making a great affordable place to eat. I got the grilled cheese and my friend got the calamari and the 2 bacon carbonara. The place is some what unclean but then again it's part bar. So that's what I would expect. The food taste great. And the fabulous friench fries made my day",
"Went for lunch twice this week and both times it was very good service was good too will be back can't wait to see what the chef brings to the table",
"Great looking bar. They did a fantastic job with the place. A lot of choices for beers on draft as expected. The food was a nice surprise. They offer more choices than the basic pub food. Curtious service and all around great atmosphere. I will come back. TRY IT.",
"The new style is similar to Dubh Linn with some nice upgrades. The stage for the band has moved which will take some getting used to. The shots are like twice as much pour than most other bars. Great bang for your buck! Bacon cheeseburger is clutch. Do it.",
"Looked forward to an Irish meal bringing all 3 of my boys out for an Irish experience. Was shocked by the lack of Irish dishes and ridiculously high prices. Not a place to bring your kids to try anything different. Chicken fingers I could have gotten at McDonald's. And for myself, I wasn't paying over $20 for cabage and corn beef so I settled for a non traditional fish and tacos. The dish was tasty and my Black and Tan was cold so I can't bitch about the food, just disappointed I couldn't share a nice Irish meal with my boys for a decent price. Wouldn't recommend coming if your looking for an Irish experience with the kids. Rather have eaten at the Kabitz Room down the street.",
"So, we now have another Philadelphia restaurant migrating to Cherry Hill. As with F&F, they will learn they are in the burbs. The menu is just okay, somewhat limited really. I had the pork chop, which was good, including the potato pancake and red cabbage. Really well prepared. However, for the price, $21, I would expect a small dinner salad to go with it, but no. \n\nThe beers on tap are also somewhat limited and not particularly focused. I had a Goose IPA served in a midget pint glass. I then tried a Scottish ale, which was served in a half pint tulip, for $6.50. Having spent a lot of time in Ireland, I can tell you nobody gets a half pint put in front of them without ordering it, which I did not. They need to take ALL of these glasses and throw them out and start serving full beer portions unless they so state on the menu. Since I don't drink Guinness in the US, I cannot say whether they are also shorting it or using the new harp imperial pint glasses Dubh Lin was using.\n\nThis was my first time I was here since they changed names (ownership changed a while ago). I was surprised to see the reception kiosk relocated with a wall that disallows a view of the bar when you walk in. Curious move to me. Not sure where this whole deal is headed, and will probably go back again, but from my take last evening, like F&F, they are not going to be very busy over the long haul except at peak times on weekends,",
"Amazing menu! Irish classics with a skilled twist by chef Matthew Geraghty! Every item is worth trying! \nThe bar and restaurant are staffed with friendly and knowledgable servers.",
"Just had the best lunch !!! Soba noodles and calamari, fish tacos, and an incredible bbq lettuce wrap!!! Oh and did I mention the amazing ahi tuna!!!! Worth the trip from queens !!! Look out south jersey chef\nGeraghtys's in the house!!!!",
"First time there since it changed from Dublin square, and I have to say that the new food menu was exciting. Ended up getting the truffled wild mushroom toast, which had an egg on top and was unbelievably tasty, and the loaded fries with chili and cheese fondue, which was gone in less than 5 minutes because I am a cheesefry junkie. My husband had corned beef and cabbage, which he seemed to like, but it was a pretty large portion. I like that they have Illusive Traveler on draft because it is crazy refreshing. We also had some kind of funnel cake beer??? Didn't taste like much at first sip, but it leaves a powdered sugar after taste. 'Twas an enjoyable experience and I will be back. ALSO, IF YOU ARE GLUTEN FREE, they have gluten free rolls for $1 extra for any burgers.",
"solid 4 stars. I always thought Dublin Square was meh. But this was very good.\nRhode Island Calamari was tasty. I lived in RI for 5 years and have always wished a place down here in NJ would do it like RI. with garlic butter and pepperoncini. this place was darn good. maybe overpriced though for the portion. I had the pork chop which was perfectly cooked (medium) and flavorful. absolutely will go back. i dont think I was ever this excited about the food there when it was DS. but it is a tad overpriced. I imagine many folks coming into an Irish restaurant would think the same."
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"Great place! I was able to find the authentic version of \"Smurf\" icecream, that used to exist when I was little but now is called \"Blue Moon.\" I have been searching for this ice cream for so long and now I have found it- some other places have blue moon as well, but nothing that tasted quite like the original \"smurf\" flavor -until now! I have found it at this location! \n\nGreat hand-dipped ice-cream and waffles cones -they even put a big chocolate covered malt-ball in the bottom of the cone so it will not drip as it melts and so you can eat it when you are done with your cone -yay!\n\nAlso has great fudge, chocolates, and drinks -plus food I think....nice all in one location! Yum!",
"This is a cute little dessert place right on Monument Circle. Fun for having a little sweet after cruising around downtown.\n\nWe had a bunch of different chocolates and they were all delicious.\n\nIt gets REALLY busy on the weekends, so don't expect to find a table. It's not a big deal since you can just go to the circle and have a seat on a bench.",
"This is one of my favorite places to go for a date in Indianapolis and probably one of the least expensive dinner dates you'll ever go on. The fruit plate is awesome! 1 plate is usually enough for both me and my date. They will let you customize your plate for you if you ask (what kind of fruit you would like, how much chocolate you are interested in and what kind, etc). Probably the only downside is this place can be packed at times, especially as other places downtown close for the evening.",
"I like going here to view one of my favorite local spectacles, that is on Saturday night when the local \"car clubs\" and motorcyclists come out on the circle and drive around and stand by their respective modes of transportation. It's a funny thing that I will never understand, and it keeps my mind off the fact that my ice cream cone isn't very good. The food here is over priced but the ice cream is a good bargain which is good because if it cost more than it did, it would stop being worth it. \n\nI find that the flavors they serve lack flavor and things taste like the color they are. If you get a white ice cream it will taste like all the other white ice creams regardless of what flavors are added. Though the staff is friendly and the free samples of chocolates are delightful, I try to keep my visits to a minimum and only watch for the nights when the cool kids are flashing their rides by the monument...LOL.",
"I used to frequent South Bend Choc. Company when I worked just a block away in downtown Indy. I reallllly love this little place for lunches and snacks. They offer a good variety of lunchtime favorites which they put together on the spot. If you want a hot sandwich, they fix it hot for you right there, and if you want a salad, they toss it when you order it. I like that it is fresh and fast.\n\nThe soups are what I really enjoyed. I recommend the chili and the broccoli cheddar. They do change daily but they are fantastic for those cold winter days stuck in the office...pop over, warm up and try not to fall asleep the rest of the day!\n\nThe desserts are INCREDIBLE. From ice cream to brownies to cookies and fudge, you can find it here. I have never had a bad dessert. Also great for a gift for the boss or assistant who needs a pick me up or is just hard to buy for. I love the treats here!! But, I have a sweet tooth that will probably kill me!! Beware, your teeth might fall out of your head, but I think it's TOTALLY worth it. :) And, the prices aren't bad either!\n\nLunches averaged around $7 and dessert was between $2.50 and $5.00 depending on my tooth that day!",
"I can't speak to the food or the ice cream; I came for the chocolate. Which I won't again. The chocolates ranged from pretty good to definitely not. I fed several that didn't make the cut to the husband, who noted \"these aren't as good as the kind you usually buy.\" He likened the truffles to being sort of the quality of a Cherry Bing bar, which isn't a good thing to say about fine chocolate. I thought the flavors on the truffles were OK, but the texture was...sort of playdoughlike.\n\nThe mint meltaways were nice, the toffee very good (and available in dark, which is a plus), and the caramels were chewy and excellent. The turtles were also very chewy and had weird sugary chewy bursts like they contained raisins or something. It's hard to screw up a turtle, but these were. \n\nI might be back for the meltaways, toffee and caramels, but that would be about it.",
"The only thing worth the stop here is the ice cream on a hot day, or the wonderful fudge that they have. I don't particularly care for their chocolates because they are not freshly made there, but in a factory in South Bend. It takes a while before these chocolates go from being made to being displayed and eaten. Their chocolate covered nuts are lickable, oops, I mean, likeable... and I guess their lickable too! \n\nNote that only this downtown location has ice cream, and the only reason they have it is because this used to be a Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory location.",
"The only reason that we stopped in here today was to fix our hankering for something sweet and chocolatey, after perusing the front room of chocolate pieces, we went to the back to see what is back there... Turns out to be a kind of ice-cream stand with cakes and all that too, So the one that catches our eyes is a chocolate mousse cakes with chunks of cheesecake and other delectable items tossed in. It looked great, but the sad truth is that it was not fresh at all and tasted old. \n\nI would suggest a Snickers Bar off the shelf over this places cakes...",
"Needed a fix for my chocolate craving, this place made it go away by repulsion. My friend had bought chocolate from there couple days ago so I didn't think it would be that bad. Well, it was BLAH and a complete waste of my money. No samples?!?! My friend order a dark truffle coffee from the café and got diabetes immediately. \n\nDo yourself a favor and walk past this place. You might swear off chocolate after this place. I don't know how they are in business. \n\nTip-bits:\nIf you park in the Monument Circle, make sure you feed your meter. Popos everywhere\nOutdoor seating available\nCafé serving cakes and coffee",
"It's a chocolate shop, folks. Not a bank, not a funeral home and not a boutique. \n\nI've visited this location several dozen times over the years and have had wonderful experiences each time. It's a special treat and I love to take my daughter down for a little \"quick energy.\" \n\nHowever, today we were not treated very well by one member of the staff. Normally, I don't say anything. But I was in a pretty good mood until then. And keep in mind, this is a chocolate shop - a place for fun and treats. \n\nNote to the management - you might review with your people about how to treat customers. I asked for some hot chocolate for my little girl and was treated fairly curtly. I don't know, I just thought it would make sense to have my chocolate order and drink order on the same ticket so that I didn't have to go through the process twice. \n\nI decided to go next door to the Au Bon Pain for our hot cocoa. It was delicious. \n\nNeed to do better next time, folks, or we'll find another place for our special treats."
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"Tinkers is terrific.\nA haven of hot cheese. \nGreat cheeseburgers. \nSolid fries. Cordial staff. \nBravo.",
"Oh man, Tinkers, my childhood burger place. Well my burger place now too. I remember my grandma taking me here for a burger, and actually she still takes me haha, since it's down her street. This place is awesome. It's a small hole in the wall off the 101, and it's just great.\n\nTheir menu is pretty simple, from shakes, curly fries, turkey burgers and more. Seating can be a problem since it is real small, but whatever, just walk down the street and eat it on the beach. From what I remember, they might only take cash. It is locally owned and the people are nice, runned probably by local high school kids. \n\nWhenever I am in town, I always find myself coming to his place for lunch.",
"Tinkers is a quiet hole-in-the-wall kind of place that has great hamburgers and fries. It's good old fashion American fare that hasn't changed much. If your ever in the area and craving a burger got to Tinkers. A little over price but worth it.",
"Good burger basics if ur in the area but wouldn't go too far outta my way",
"If you like hot dogs. They've got the best. Order it with the works.",
"Summerland's businesses have personality. More so because it's such a small town, grown from the days of witch covens. They've got great beaches (good spot to fish for corbina at low tide, too), and several options for burgers. Tinkers is just one of a handful and sometimes it's hard to choose which to partake of.\n\nIts look is deceiving. What appears to be a teensy little hole-in-the-wall burger shop holds of cornucopia of greasy food delights.\n\nThere are few things I miss about the 90s, but one of them was seasoned curly fries. Where did they come from, why have they disappeared from the common menu? There isn't a need to fret over these questions because Tinkers has them! A big ol' basket for about $4.\n\nAND...sweet potato fries. And the guy behind the counter will straight up ask if you want some ranch dressing. No begging inquisitively. Thanks for being proactive, guys!\n\nThe burgers can be simple and solid, or more like patty melts, with bacon, grilled onions, pretty much whatever you want.\nHot dogs, too! And proper milkshakes.\n\nThey have nothing to hide. The front of the shop is the kitchen, with a couple soda fountain bar seats to perch on and watch your food being prepared. It's been a hangout for Summerland and Carp kids, so maybe those seats are for them, while they chatter with their friends working behind the counter. \n\nThose that want table seating, there's ample space in the back, and it appears to literally be a shack with simple plastic tables and chairs. No frills.",
"Met with friends after work in Summerland, a small town outside of Santa Barbara. A little burger joint with big tasty burgers, curly fries and I also had the cheesecake. Just off the 101 beautiful coastline.",
"Love me some Tinkers. Reminds me of the good old days. I used to eat at this place at least twice a week for a year! Tacos are good. Nice very 'local' low key atmosphere.",
"The food & staff are great here! If you go to Tinker's try the \"Big John\".",
"Hands down the best burger in the area. Not as \"fresh\" as In N Out, nor as fancy as the Habit, but the bottom line is that they grill up a tasty, easy patty with a crispy side of crunchy fries (regular or sweet potato). Shakes are hand scooped, and the staff is always welcoming and happy to accommodate requests. Sure, sometimes the grill operator is too busy flirting with the surfer girls to remember that you asked for grilled onions (not raw), but they will always fix it with a smile. Local vibe mentioned by other here is spot on. The best part? They do parties with a mobile burger truck! I've been to super ritzy galas with top catering on the local social scene, and the biggest line in the place will be for Tinkers... The owner can also do upscale catering (try tip, chicken, prime rib, etc) that is off the charts in terms of quality, and extremely reasonable on price. A true Summerland gem."
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"I went to Tucson Tamale Company's new location (at the Tanque Verde and Sabino Canyon intersection) last week. I loved it! The food is great - as it is at the original location on Broadway. But I'm giving this location 5 stars instead of 4 mostly due to the venue. It's much easier to get to and parking is a breeze (not the case on Broadway). Inside, Tucson Tamale has booths along the wall for seating. There is also an outdoor patio. All in all, I'm a big fan and will go back regularly.",
"I love traditional tamales but had fun trying their interesting flavor combos in addition to the classics. I hosted an informal party for friends and their family pack for take-away was perfect for this. We got to try 4 different types of tamales (2 of each type) and their guacamole was tasty. Green corn tamales might have edged out the Jojo as my favorite. Friendly staff answered all my questions and made good recommendations.",
"Tamales are so tasty! They are fresh and fluffy. Salsas are fresh. The Mexican slaw is great and unique. Congrats Todd on doing it right!",
"I have loved them since they first opened and so excited to have them moving into the neighborhood. \nI got a few to go tonight, but while I was there I liked the all the glass around the production area so you can watch the tamale or tortilla making. This location isn't going to win any awards for ambiance, but the seating is comfortable and the outdoor patio area is excellent. \nAs for the tamales they are excellent of course. I wouldn't expect anything less. I even tried something new tonight, the Boise. Potato and sun dried tomatoes in a yam masa. That was a crazy good tamale. I love that they are willing to take risks and provide some very non-traditional tamales. \nLooking forward to many return trips.",
"I like this place a lot. I tend to not come often because I can eat so many of those heavy corn amazing tamales that my bill ends up higher than I wanted to pay for lunch. I know you can get the frozen versions around town but I prefer them fresh, naturally. I even sent a $100 order of vegan and vegetarian tamales overnight to San Francisco. My friend received them and was very pleased with them and had great things to say about them. That's the type of customer service offered. I've tried their dessert tamale (it was a banana or plantain one) and while I'm not a fan of sweet tamales I realize, they're still very good and tasty. The corn is fluffy and not gritty and coarse as some places are.",
"So excited to have a location on the east side! Love these tamales. I recommend everyone just go ahead and get the family platter so you can get 8 tamales and 2 sides. Who doesn't love leftovers! The kids also were entertained by their automated tortilla maker. My wife and I had them Cater our wedding reception a few years ago when they just had the 1 location and everyone loved it! I hope everyone gets a chance to taste these fantastic tamales. My favorite is the Blue.",
"Tamales are great here.. Service is even better.... but the sides here are gross. The chips I had last night were kinda on the stale side.. the black beans had too much pepper in them.. the chicken in their chicken/bean soup was not tender and way oversalted, the side of rice was \"crispy\" and dried out. I think I will just stick with their amazing tamales and stay clear of their sides. \n\np.s my favorite tamale has to be their blue corn tamale (vegan) yummmmmyyy",
"When I moved to Tucson a couple of years ago, I feared there would be no place for a vegetarian, let alone a place like Tucson Tamale to serve quality tamales. While I agree with other reviewers that the new location won't win any awards for design, the quality of the food is consistent, of course. Tucson Tamale is the only place I trust to bring visitors who ask for tamales. And, of course, when we don't have time to make them at home during the holidays, we send frozen tamales to friends and family (and they do it all for you).\n\nThe Madison is one of those rare foods that'll cause me to commit food-adultery. Sometimes when I'm eating a tamal from somewhere else, I'll wish I was in an orange booth with The Madison, enjoying a nice side of guacamole. \n\nVegans rejoice: the vegan tamales are simple unmatched anywhere else. Both the blue corn and the new delhi won't make you even think about those nutritional yeast flakes.",
"No decor to speak of, but offered a wide variety of interesting tamales and other dishes. Good quality, and very reasonable prices.",
"This place is great. The tamales are delicious and cheap. Even began options! They also have other food like burritos. The only thing I was not happy with was the soft drink options. No diet coke here, only RC. Otherwise it's well worth it to come."
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"The pizza was very good and the wings were also very good. We walked here from the condo we were staying in on vacation from Buffalo. Being from Buffalo we were curious how the wings would turn out, they were a good standard wing that we could get back at home. We got them hot which for most people would be hot but they were more on the medium side. We got our pizza with pepperoni, sausage and black olives and we enjoyed every slice. The service was surprisingly fast for being busy and short handed. The staff was on top of things making sure all were taken care of, they were all working great together as a team.",
"First visit. Causal, bright, and clean ambiance. Staff was friendly and attentive. I had the Steak Supreme Sandwich which was huge, and stuffed with steak, green pepper, onion, mushrooms, and melted cheese. My wife had the Eggplant Parmesean Sandwich which was also outstanding. Sandwiches come with chips, but you can get fries or coleslaw for $1 more. Will definitely be back to try the pizza.",
"We stayed at IRB for a week and ate here twice and got take-out once. Each time we were able to eat something different. The pizzas are great, subs are huge and the stuffed shells are amazing! Service was spot-on and very friendly!",
"There's not much by way of atmosphere or \"vibe\" here. Cleanly painted, plain yellow walls and white paper-topped tables. From the outside it looks like a bar but inside its just tables, chairs, and families. The pizza was solidly decent thin crust pizza, but the crust really didn't have much going for it by way of texture or flavor. A bit rubbery. The toppings on the steak & cheese pizza saved it, for sure. The meat actually tasted like a Philly steak should (says the girl raised 30 minutes outside Philadelphia). I'd go back if really in the mood for pizza while on vacation but wouldn't put it on my \"must have\" list.",
"My husband and I had this pizza and we both can't stop raving about how good it is! We both have lived all over the place and tried so many places for pizza, and this is by far and away our favorite.",
"my parents have lived on the beach for over ten years, and beach food has always left me pretty blah. I am a lifelong vegetarian, and native portlander, so I guess I'm used to more choices and freshness. This pizza is BOMB! comparable to Portland pizza, but the service is much friendlier. prompt, clean, and freakin' delicious. Very accommodating too, my dad and I shared a half Hawaiian half pineapple and mushroom pizza. I'm not usually a crust fan, and this crust is REMARKABLE!!",
"Stopped here on Sunday evening, August 9th, looking for a bite to eat after an early movie. Had a very good pizza and cheese ravioli. Service was friendly and they did a good job in spite of the large number of patrons they had at the time. Food was good. We will be back.",
"My wife and I Love the place!!! You can definitely tell that everything is homemade! The meatballs are excellent the Italian sausage is excellent and the list goes on! Great family place we bring our whole family which is 8 of us A++",
"Great spot to get in and out for a casual dinner. Our server offered suggestions to get what we wanted for a cheaper price and was very friendly. Pizza was amazing! Already can't wait to eat leftovers. Highly recommend! Prices were very reasonable.",
"Great pizza, fantastic service and knowledgeable staff.\n\nProbably the best pizza I've had."
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"I realized Saturday night when I sat on the gorgeous deck under ceiling fans, drinking a Blue Moon and eating really good curry, that this place might make a bad date seem better. Fortunately I was with friends and didn't have to test that theory that night . Moon Under Water is worth going to just for the location (it's separated from the Bay by a park) and you'll want to move in so you can have that deck as part of your home. But they happen to have great curry, a great beer selection, and my friend's fish and chips was gargantuan and tasty. They welcome dogs at their outdoor tables, and this IS the place to be for the World Cup.",
"I like any place where you can eat outside under umbrellas, on a patio under an awning with fans or inside with fans and AC. A little something for everyone. :)\n\nI can't speak to the Indian food, believe it or not, we had burgers and grilled chix caesar salad. Both were really satisfying. Service was friendly. We hit the lunch rush a little early, but the place really filled up quick.",
"When the pork chop arrived it was as big as my head - no, I'm absolutely serious. I don't know what size of pigs they grow here in Florida, but this one was a monster. Along with the tender, perfectly cooked mutant chop came steamed vegetables and a nicely spiced rice and bean pilaf. My companions meals were also of the enormous portion variety - and also as well cooked. \n\nMoon Under Water bills itself as a British colonial pub - the interior and the menu definitely reflect that idea. Curries and other Indian dishes are well-represented on the menu (I did not try any). The service was pleasant and the outside tables were big enough to accommodate the large entrees.\n\nSitting out under the full moon on a warm Florida night, drinking wine (or beer) and eating, this was a perfect place.",
"Thank goodness for Yelpers! I flew into Tampa a few weeks ago, en route to a wedding. My parents had picked me up at the airport and we were looking for a place to eat that had vegetarian options, that wasn't super fancy and that we could get in and out of without a minimum of fuss. I got out my phone and started looking at mobile reviews of places on Yelp and Moon Under Water rose to the top.\n\nFirst off, there was a lovely patio outside, with tables in the sun, as well as a covered porch area with more tables. Being lovely outside, we sat on the covered patio, but I did venture inside to take a peak. It was typically pub-like with wood everywhere. However, I needed to sit outside and view the Bay.\n\nAll in all, a very comfortable and laid back ambiance.\n\nAs for food, the menu is fairly extensive in terms of pub food. There were a variety of curry dishes, and typical fare. For some reason, all three of us were clamoring for tabbouleh and we had three versions (vegetarian, with lamb, and with chicken). I also couldn't resist a basket of chips. All was good - not absolutely fabulous, but decent. \n\nThe service was great - our server was actually in training, but was very attentive, remembering to refill glasses of water, bringing condiments and whatnot. \n\nPrice-wise it was completely reasonable.\n\nParking was on a Friday during the day, but fairly easy.",
"Our favorite place to go to sit outside and have a beer. Good selection of beers on tap and my wife likes that they have cider as well. The food is average, this is a British pub after all. Don't go there if you are looking for true \"Indian\" curry. This is the Britishized version but still pretty good. Fish & chips are fantastic as you would expect as are the burgers, steaks and most appetizers. Great atmosphere overlooking the water. Mostly, my favorite place to go for a casual drink outside.",
"We always get the beef curry when we come here. The flavor is amazing, but the last two times there were a few fatty pieces. \n\nIf you order it hot make sure you order a refreshing drink from their ample selection and that you have enough time to eat slowly because it might take you a while. Some places when you order hot there is no flavor, here you get the flavor and the heat.\n\nThe curry can get expensive, especially for lunch, if you order the naan and get the setup and a few drinks. \n\nThe location is great for the view and people watching. There is a park across the street with some crazy banyan trees and just past that is the water and marina. \n\nMake sure afterwards to stop by Paciugo next door for some refreshing gelato!",
"Great selection of beer. Fantastic fish and chips. I tasted the curry and it was great. \n\nThere is no doubt that I will come here again.",
"In some respects, The Moon Under Water is the kind of place you'd expect to find at the Lincoln Mall on South Beach--lots of well to do people straining to look sophisticated yet casual at the same time, sitting outside under umbrellas eating overpriced food served by a staff that are often quite dickish.\n\nWow that was a mouthful.\n\nWhich brings me to the food itself. It's British. It's hardy. It's definitely not on the South Beach diet. For the most part it is pretty good however, which is somewhat redeeming.",
"I love this place. Very cute tavern/restaurant. The fish and chips are great. The crab soup is also very good. They have a lot of items with curry. Sit outside and people watch. Prices are moderate.",
"Continuing on my quest for amazing fish and chips:\n\nI'd strongly recommend the basket with fried clams over the whole cod.\n\nIt's cheaper and the smaller pieces are cooked through better. Bonus: clams. Yum!"
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"We had dinner there the other night. They tried to seat us at the worst table possible although there were plenty of available tables in better locations. Some prodding yielded an acceptable table. After ordering it took a fairly long time, and the waitress seemed a bit confused. I had a bibimpop (Korean rice dish) which was acceptable, but not very exciting (go to Corea Won on Fowler Ave. if you want better Korean dishes-see my review on them). My wife had a variety of sashimi items, which were very good. Once the check came they tried to charge $68 for the sashimi, but, again, prodding yielded an adjustment to the correct $27. Bottom line: Good sushi (even though, after one visit it is difficult to judge if their stuff is consistently fresh-seems to me that, by experience, most sushi places in Tampa Bay have their good and bad days...) and mediocre Korean dishes. The staff does not really have their act together, i.e. watch what dish you get and what is on the check! (should point out here, that once problems were recognized, swift and friendly rectification occurred...why not do it right the first time, though?)",
"The stuff stated earlier by Mark is SO TRUE and I wish I had read it before my visit to Matoi. My experience tonight was very similar to his. It was my sister Beatrice's 21st birthday so we got a special back room to celebrate and MAN was that troublesome. \n\nFirst of all, when everyone arrives we head to the tables and they send us three waitresses (not that there is a problem with that) and the waitresses take forever to get peoples drinks and FORGET to get certain peoples orders. Order was an issue as the waitresses scrambled to get our meals correct. The waitresses often stuck around to converse in a foreign language what was happening when all they had to do was go to the back to deal with the issue.\n\nMy sisters friend was allergic to avocados and clearly asked the lady for none on her sushi (even going as far as to write it on the order slip) and the lady STILL delivered the sushi with avocados much to the dismay of my sisters friend.\n\nMy Aunt and Step-Sister asked for a fork and the waitress was RUDE and DELAYED in getting the forks. If a place serves Chinese and Korean food, I see no reason why utensils should not be given to paying customers.\n\nThe sushi I had (Rainbow Rolls and California Rolls) was decent, but I can think of at least 5 sushi places I have already reviewed on here that would have the same quality sushi with better service than that of Matoi.\n\nThe younger waitresses, I must say, were actually very good. One girl named MULAN, helped us pretty well and tried to keep my family from blowing up at the restaurant staff when things continued to go wrong. We also brought a cake for my sisters birthday, and the waitresses waited, IN THEIR INTELLECTUAL MOMENT, to come out with the cake ready when 2/3 of the table was outside smoking or in the bathroom, SPOILING the surprise element of my sisters birthday.\n\nThroughout the whole dinner the waitresses continued to pester us if we were done or if our drinks needed to be refilled, even when our drinks were 4/5 full. So basically they were useful when it wasn't necessary, and useless when it was necessary.\n\nThe last notable thing is that when we finally received our checks the waitresses pestered my parents for the money for the bill as my Mom analyzed the check and my Mom was about five seconds from telling everyone in the whole place off because of how rude they had been.\n\nLong store short: AVOID AT ALL COSTS\n\nWhere to go instead: Jo-To's (Which is right up the street and has a pretty cashier =])",
"Not recommended - last visit was a disaster!\n\nWe had visited this restaurant in November 2005 and although our initial visit was somewhat spotty in regards to their service the food was not too bad and we decided to go again on January 15, 2006. \nWell, this was our last visit.\nWhy, the service was atrocious and the food was - at best - mediocre. Our waiter who was friendly but totally devoid of any skills and took 10 minutes to come to our table. Then we waited for another 20 minutes before our drinks arrived. Then after another 20 minutes both my appetizer and main course arrived but nothing for my wife. Since the main course was Udon soup with tempura I did not want this to get cold as I ate my appetizer and asked for it to be returned. Well, as expected, the main course arrived later with a soggy tempura which had obviously been simply reheated and the Udon soup was only noodles and broth with no other ingredients. When my wife's main meal, salmon, finally came it was about half the size of that given to a diner at the next table and half the size of what it had been when we visited previously.\nThe waitress continued to be very confused and \"dittzy\" even though the restaurant was not very busy. In other words we were very disappointed and will definitely not recommend this restaurant - there are too many other good ones in Tampa.",
"Go to Matoi for the sushi, not the Korean food. They have some of the best traditional sashimi, sushi and rolls in town. If you're looking for flowery overdone Americanized sushi, this is not the place for you.\n\nI agree with some of the other reviewers on the service, not always the best. But lunchtime is a breeze.",
"I'm surprised at the low star rating. I honestly liked Matoi Sushi. I sat at the sushi bar and I was treated very well by the chef. I ordered three different rolls (spicy tuna, yellow tail, and chef's choice) and the fish was fresh and each roll was delicious. This is not one of those trendy sushi bars that boasts rolls with creative/silly names that make people say \"Ooooh what's in it?\" They are simple, yet tasty rolls. If I'm ever in the area again, I will certainly hit Matoi for their sushi.",
"Very fresh sushi. It doesn't look like much from the outside but the fresh delicious sushi makes up for it on the inside. I have been here dozens of times and have never had a bad experience. Do not go expecting a 5 star restaurant. If you want traditional high grade sushi in a casual atmosphere you will not be disappointed. They offer takeout too.",
"I'd always heard good things about this place, but I never went. Finally, I decided to bring 3 friends for dinner. The sushi/sashimi specials were relatively well priced, with most being under $14, although the portions said (if I remember) that it was about 4 pieces of nigiri and maybe 3 pieces of rolls.\n\nThe individual sushi/sashimi/rolls were pretty well priced, with I believe most basic rolls like a California Roll and Tuna Roll being ($4-$5) about. The presentation was wonderful, I liked the dishes they used to set the food with the curved upraised plates and bowls.\n\nThe Korean food on the other hand was quite expensive, like $12 for Bibimbap. I chose to get the side of kimchee w/3 vegetable appetizer for $4.50.\n\nMy friend got the baby octopus for around the same price...there were more vegetables than octopus and it came with a little side of teriyaki sauce.\n\nThe service was wonderful, the waitress Sue (strangely, that's my mom's English name) was very kind and attentive. When I ordered miso soup she gave me what was left of the soup, and then later a full fresh bowl.\n\nThe decor was nice and looked traditional-ish with a blend of modern style. Brown wooden paneling, a nice fish tank in the middle, and a spacious sushi bar (although we sat at the booths). One thing I will say is that either the booth seats are too small or the table is too high.\n\nI would definitely come back here again (especially for the lunch specials on sushi and Korean)",
"Well it's been 2 years since my last visit to Matoi and I have to say that it improved incredibly. Their Korean menu is awesome, though dinner is a little pricy. I had their Galbi ($18) which was amazingly good, cooked to perfection. I did not think at first glance that it would fill me but it got me pretty full. \n\nOnce my party arrived for our sushi social we moved into the private room and the service was good. Waitresses took care of us well and everybody's food looked fresh and delicious. I had a California Roll which was great. My friends ordered entrees such as Chicken Katsu, Tempura, Udon, and they all enjoyed their meals. \n\nThe room was nicely decorated and was a nice backdrop to a social. For dessert my friend and I split a tempura ice cream which was pretty good, though maybe not the best I have had. Overall this place has improved a great amount since my last visit and I'm very pleased with them.",
"This is based solely on the korean food. I ordered the kimchi chigae (soup) with tofu, pork, vegetables. I havent had korean in a long time, so this really hit the spot. The kimchi chigae had the right amount of heat and the soup itself was flavorful. There were clear noodles as well which was a nice touch. The pork was above average with the right amount of fat, and was not overcooked at all which is fairly easy to do in this kind of dish. The dish came with 4 banchan, none of which i really liked except the kimchi. The age (ah-geh) tofu was decent, but ive had better in other places. \n\nCost: about average if not slightly above. Kimchi chigae was $11, tofu was $6..\n\nBased on the korean food alone, its not bad and worth going to. staff is friendly as well.\n\noverall: 3 star korean food, 4 star for it being in an area with not much korean food.",
"I've been going here for over 10 years and they always do a great job with basic sushi. They excel with fresh fish in classic sushi preparations. When my son's mother was pregnant, they would always take care of her by giving her a separate platter with no raw fish. Have been there by myself at the sushi bar and with as many as 15 friends, service is generally very good. No opinion on the Korean food as the only thing I've tried was the kimchi (excellent by the way). Always a favorite."
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"La Buca is a throw back to the heydays of traditional dining, Italian style, with an emphasis on fresh fish and shellfish. The restaurant can still lay claim to some of the freshest seafood in the city. Everyday the menu changes based on its availability. While that is certainly a main attraction, their pasta dishes are all of equal or even better quality. Fresh, homemade ingredients and skill accentuate even the traditional dishes such as linguine and clams. The dining rooms are spacious and low key, the service is gracious and friendly. They even have a very reasonable bar menu. For those of us living in the Washington Square area, this is certainly a local place to call your own or share with others.",
"There are times when you are left waiting what seems like forever for your food, but when it arrives the quality of the food makes up for the wait. This was not one of those times. \n\nIt took them almost an hour to take our order, and seemed disheartened when we didn't order any drinks, despite never being given drink menus. They had a whole tray displaying the night's specials, which was never brought over, and once taking our orders it was another 45 minutes before we were served. The food was fine, large servings of (slightly over cooked) pasta and meats in each of our dishes, and probably would have seemed better had we not had to wait so long for it. The waiter never again came back to the table, to ask how the food was or if we needed anything else. \n\nYes, we were the youngest ones there, and yes we were dressed like we'd been walking around in the 100 degree heat all day (because we had been), but I heard other patrons complaining about the absense of waitstaff as well, so go figure. The most attentive of the staff was the guy refilling the waters, who also brought us more bread without us asking, the vinegar, fresh parmesan and pepper, and the bill as soon as we asked for it, since we weren't sure if we'd ever see our waiter again. I'd be tempted to give them another star just for him, but...",
"Wasn't very impressed. Had a multi-course dinner here, so let me take you through each one.\n\n1) Salad -- Actually pretty good. Big solid hunk of goat cheese made my day, and lack of lettuce!\n\n2) Pasta w/ shittake mushrooms -- The best part of the meal, and even this wasn't absolutely great. It's probably because I like mushrooms. The pasta was cooked al dente. \n\n3) Chicken cutlet -- Chicken was on the dry side and the sauce wasn't great. It was....so-so. I've had better chicken dishes at home. \n\n4) Something that was between ice cream and whipped cream. Had to stop 1/3 of the way because it was just way too sweet, and not that great.\n\nSo, overall...great service, great atmosphere, but the food wasn't much better than what you could throw together at home.",
"I was here with a large group for work and we were off in our own room. In fact, I have been there with this large group every 2 years for the past 6 or 8 years. It's sort of a tradition.\n\nI think that the food here is solid. I wouldn't rave about it but it is good. The fish cart freaks me out a little bit. I have seen cheese carts and dessert carts, but never a fish cart.\n\nI had a penne arrabbiata and it was really good. Spicy without being overwhelming and very fresh tasting. Salad and bread good. Really, all around good but nothing special kind of sums up how I feel about this place.",
"I found a coupon for La Buca on Restaurant.com. Unfortunately, I forgot to use Google Translate to determine what \"la buca\" means beforehand. It turns out that \"la buca\" means \"the pit,\" which would be a good description for this subterranian restaurant. Although it had no windows, its walls were covered in imitations of famous Italian frescos, including Botticelli's \"The Birth of Venus\". The space also had some tacky gray carpeting. Students beware; this place caters to the AARP crowd.\n\nFor dinner, I went for the filet mignon. While I admit that I'm not exactly much of a meat person, I have to say that it wasn't particularly flavorful. The meat was complemented by two small potato slices and about two ounces of vegetable medley in some sort of cream sauce. A dinner I could have done without.\n\nNonetheless, this is a \"fancy\" place that you can go to if you are in the mood for going to a fancy place.",
"We bought some gift cards from restaurant.com for this place. It's a quiet little underground (physically) eatery right off of Washington Square. The waiter was dressed in a tuxedo, which was at some times uncomfortable for us, as we were dressed casual...in t shirts and shorts. It seems that on a weekday, later in the evening, this place is dead. There was one middle aged couple dining, and maybe 4 people at the bar. Perhaps it's the economy, but hey, you could've bought 80% coupons like us!\n\nThe waiter was very Italian, so perhaps the mannerisms that occasionally seemed rude were just the missing bridge in culture?\n\nThe food was the best part of the experience... we ordered clams & linguine, the sushi quality tuna, and a chicken & peppers dish. All three were delicious. (We ate family style, which seemed strange to the server, but we did ask ahead of time, and he said he would \"put the dishes in the middle of the table\" but then made some comment about \"each person\" orders a dish and \"that's how we do here.\" Confused by his choice of words occasionally, we brushed it off once the food arrived.\n\nThree dishes split among 4 people was plenty of food, and we didn't have space for dessert. Perhaps we'll visit again with 5 people and 3 dishes, and we'll confuse the server some more and then order dessert.",
"Hosted a rehearsal dinner on Sautrday September 5, 2009, for 40 adults and 3 children couldn't have asked for a more accomadting place and the staff and owner were outstanding. The food was excellant and everyone could not have done more for us. The restuarant was referred to me by someone who also had a rehearsal dinner there in February and the were right about everything concerning the resturant the food and the service. Everyone that attended could not have been happier.\n\nThanks so much for making our night a memorable one!!!!!",
"This place is old school awesome. If you're looking for a trendy place to see and be seen, this isn't for you. Instead, what it does offer is consistent high quality fresh food, a very good wine list, and generous portions.\n\nThe girlfriend and I ate there last week. Torn between the fresh pasta and fresh fish options, the waiter informed us we could order a half portion of the past entrees as a first course, which we did. I had fettuccini cabonara, which was delicious and huge! The full size portion must be gigantic.\n\nThe tuxedoed waiter brings a cart around with the fresh fish and mean options of the day (told you it was old school). I had a wonderful Dover sole while my girlfriend ordered the branzino. Both were expertly prepared. I don't think you can go wrong ordering seafood here.\n\nDessert, on another cart, was also delicious and prepared totally in house. At the end of the evening the chef - an older Italian gentleman - came out of the kitchen to greet us. We thanked him for a wonderful meal. There's a reason why this place has been around since 1980!",
"Good traditional Italian restaurant. Menu emphasizes seafood, but really everything is excellent. Appreciate the quiet elegance, but definitely not the first choice for a trendy menu or the see and be seen scene.",
"Maybe I should have had fish or maybe they just aren't good with groups? There were about 20 of us. They served a very sad looking Caesar salad that was doused in dressing, and the gnocchi was overcooked, as was my filet mignon. The staff were clueless and inattentive. Sorry, just telling it like it is. I definitely wouldn't suggest this restaurant for groups, but perhaps as single tables from the regular menu the experience is different. It is also windowless and in the basement, so not suggested for beautiful spring days."
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"BEST CHICKEN WINGS EVER! These guys are crazy nice and they know what they're doing... \n\nI live around the corner and had seen them setting up shop. We were in there the first day they opened! Totally worth the wait! \n\nWe picked up sweet chili wings and inhaled them, totally brilliant! I will be back (often), absolutely planning to try every flavor wings before I tackle the entire menu!",
"Friendly service. Rice bowl was dry and flavorless. Meager portions for sides. Too many good options nearby to make this place worthwhile.",
"Good addition to the neighborhood. First visit, and I opted for one of their bowls (lime jalapeno chicken with sides of diced daikon and spicy cucumber). Every meal is cooked to order so chicken is fresh. Generous portion, crunchy veggies, good rice. Add a drink and this is a perfect lunch for ten bucks.",
"I stopped in on a whim and ordered the Spicy Garlic wings. The result is nice sized wings, with a sticky garlic sauce. Tasted great, but only the wing, no meaty pieces. The pickled cucumbers were tasty. Maybe this is only. The Spicy Garlic, but a bit too sticky if you're going back to work. A moist finger cleaning packet would be most appreciated.",
"Tried the jerk chicken and chicken sandwich. Very mediocre. The sandwich was just a piece of fried chicken mayo on a dry roll. Philadelphia has a lot better food to offer. Would not go here again.",
"Couple of things are wrong here: \n\n1. Compared to bonchon or cafe soho, the wings were NOT crispy. They were also drenched in a thick sauce that was very overpowering \n\n2. The moo (pickled radish) was not marinated well - I was basically eating a raw radish \n\n3. The kimchi... WHERE DO I BEGIN. I've had kimchi all my life and I am actually offended that this place calls their \"kimchi\" kimchi. I can't even describe the taste... They are better off buying a jar of kimchi at HMart instead of making their own. \n\nOverall highly disappointed and will not be returning again.",
"Jay the manager was the real MVP. First impression, service was great, friendly and professional. Second, the food was prepared in a timely manner. Third and the most important, the food was on point. I ordered the chili garlic steak and it was . Definitely coming back for more.",
"BY FAR THE BEST (Korean) DOUBLE FRIED CHICKEN WING PLACE EVER! This place had such a welcoming vibe. By far the friendliest staff you'd ever meet.The wait staff was super quick (we were in and out in under 10 mins, so if you're HUNGRY like me you should know where to go).",
"I have been to places shittier than this with way expensive prices.Sometimes ratings are all about hype. Had rice bowl with spicy garlic chicken with grilled veg and garlic sprouts. The meal was good and the price is reasonable. You can give it a try.",
"I thought the food here was exceptionally average. I got the Spicy garlic bowl with brown rice, grilled vegetables, and spicy cabbage. It was a giant portion size with dark meat chicken. I found the chicken and rice portion to be pretty dry and didn't think any of the \"spicy\" options were actually spicy. I definitely felt like I needed some kind of sauce to compensate for the dryness. The staff and service were great and they were reasonably fast. I wouldn't make this a regular lunch place, but it was good for a change."
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"great coffee, locally owned and supports the arts in the community, amazing baked goods, good place to study, free wifi last time i checked.",
"Great coffee. Great staff. Not the usual chain type coffee place.\n\nThey have so much food on their menu that it can be difficult to make one decision. I have tried their loaded potato and it is delicious. I love potatoes anyway, but this was especially yummy. I highly recommend it. \n\nThe kids always enjoy the muffins, cookies or brownies. And they have a play area for the kids to go to when they get bored watching Mommy have coffee.",
"You have to love a locally owned, laid back coffee shop, with employees who enjoy working there.\n\nWhile my latte (excellently prepared!) was being made I struck up a 20 minute conversation with a middle aged employee about the joys and challenges of living in old homes. My afternoon spent here was delightful- I will back again for coffee and the scrumptious baked goods!",
"I never really spend any time in South St. Louis, but when a friend of mine from out of town visited her daughter who lives there, we took a nice little tour of the area. First was Local Harvest and then, Hartford Coffee.\n\nI'd honestly never heard of the place before, and would never have guessed there'd be such a charming coffee shop tucked away inside the Tower Grove neighborhood. It's literally in the middle of a bunch of houses. It's quite spacious and very simply decorated. The point here, as it should be in neighborhood joints, is to be a regular kind of place, nothing frilly.\n\nThere are spaces to do work, Wifi, couches and a play area for kids. I ordered a sausage and cheese fritatta and honestly, it wasn't my cup of tea at all. A friend got some hummus and it was tasty enough, but I'm not exactly sold on the food so far.\n\nWhat I am sold on is the great vibe here. Just a bunch of people hanging out. I love to support neighborhoods and local spots and I'll definitely be supporting this place!",
"Hartford Coffee is a frequent stop of mine, as my office is just a few blocks away. Hartford has good food, good service, good people, and most importantly for us coffee freaks, good coffee! They use the large self serve coffee dispensers that a lot of places use, but the coffee always tastes fresh. They have to regularly change the coffee and thoroughly clean the dispenser to keep the taste fresh. I also love the Tower Grove South neighborhood the shop is located in. Enjoy your coffee in the shop, outside on the patio, or a block away in Tower Grove Park.",
"The Hartford Coffee Company is a great place to go lunch. I stopped by there the other day for lunch and I am glad that I sure did. The lunch sure was swell. I was in the mood for a sandwich and because I love sandwiches so much, I ordered myself the Tower Grove Club. The sandwich was nice and tasty. It was not over loaded so as you picked it up it did not spill out all over the place. There was just enough so that each bite would be nice and hearty.\n\nThe Hartford Coffee Company also makes a great chai tea latte. While eating the club sandwich the latte was the best thing to accompany the sandwich. The teat was nice and flavorful and not over brewed. The tea also did not taste as though it came out of a jug. It was nice and fresh.",
"There are a lot of things that should make this coffee shop work for me:\n\n1.) Great coffee (I believe they roast their own beans).\n\n2.) Good food- The sandwiches (lunch) are fresh and tasty.\n\n3.) This coffee shop is spacious and has an awesome patio.\n\n4.) A great community created with the kids' room in the back. Any any given time, you'll find families just hanging out.\n\n5.) It's close to home.\n\nIf you have great points about your store, you should maintain them. Sometimes, I've left a little unsatisfied with my food, or my service was less than par. I've had to wait a loooong while for a to-go order on a slow night... for a club sandwich. There's also the issue of their coffee- I feel that they should keep on roasting, as well as experiment (more) with different flavors or a have one or two more coffee options. Another thing to watch out for is a \"fritatta\" which (I think) is supposed to be fried. It's egg-beater-fluffy; a good thing for some, not so hot for me.\n\nIf you ever get to see it, try the Bavarian Chocolate roast. It's absolutely delicious. I'll drink it piping hot in the middle of the summer.",
"For convenience sake, this is one of my regular haunts. You can sit and work, study, or surf for hours. Their Highlander Grogg coffee is yummy. Food is hit and miss - I do heartily recommend the baked falafel pita. Word of warning: little munchkins sometimes run wild through the place, and your quiet solitude can be shattered at any moment by the piercing scream of a child. I make sure to always bring headphones, as well as a sweater, as the AC is usually up too high.",
"This charming converted duplex located a stone's throw away from Tower Grove Park , serves up freshly roasted coffee that is reasonably priced and very tasty.\n\nThe coffee is great and so is the atmosphere. They also support local artist as each month you can see different artist's work on the walls. There's also an open mic night on Friday nights and Saturday is reserved for folk, jazz and rock n roll bands.",
"I used to come in here all the time, before i had internet in my apartment (the place is a block from where I was living). The coffee here is good. I really like the high octane blend. The people who work here are pretty nice too. I had the food once, but I do not remember a ton about it. \n\nThe one big downside to this place, is they have in my opinion bad folk music artists play here on the weekends. So I would avoid it on the weekends. But overall this is a pretty solid neighborhood coffee shop."
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"This is a Vietnamese/Thai restaurant in a shopping center in the suburbs. It serves decent food for okay prices. When it's crowded, service can be slow at times. The staff mean well, are friendly, and work with you if you have any problems. They're really customer-oriented! I've been here more times than I have fingers.\n\nTheir Vietnamese dishes are generally okay:\n- The fish sauce isn't as good as places in Northeast Philadelphia, or even Vietnam Cafe in Telford.\n- The pho is good (get the #47 special with meatballs).\n\nTheir Thai dishes are hit or miss:\n- If you ask for your spicy curry, they will do it! It's never as spicy as I'd like (since I'm pretty numb inside) but the kitchen gives a good effort. Remember folks, green curry is spicier than red...\n- Pineapple fried rice has chunks of pineapple (surprise), curry powder, carrots, green peas, and onions. Asked for it to be made spicy and it wasn't very, but it was tasty.\n- Their drunken noodles aren't bad and can be made spicy too, and they do a decent job of it.\n- The sauteed basil with tofu (and onions, string beans, bell peppers, mushrooms, scallions and fresh basil leaves) probably isn't a Thai dish nor does it taste like one. It's fine though, but I wouldn't get it again.",
"The Good: I have to agree - it's nice to get a bowl of pho 2 minutes from my house and not have to drive into the city or to the northeast. I also got the Pho tai bo vien... which I thought was really not that bad. It was alright...although I do wish they had different bowl sizes to order because I could hardly finish mine, especially since I ALWAYS have to get some type of appetizer. \n\nThe Mediocre: As far as Thai food is concerned, I've tried the chicken Pannang Curry. A little disapointing...I've certainly had better. The vegetables were pretty good but the chicken tasted so bland - it didn't seem to absorb the curry sauce as much as the vegetables. The service was pretty decent- but I've never gone on a crowded day I guess. I was ALMOST impressed that the waiter memorized every item on the menu and its corresponding number up until he messed up my order. \n\nThe Unforgivable: My first time here, they slightly messed up my order, but it was ok... I ordered the pho bo vien, but they brought me the pho bo vien with the chin, which was OK, but not my perference. And then last night, they lost a star from me because I ordered a rice dish with NO shrimp because of my recently developed shellfish allergy and what do I find in my takeout??? Three huge pieces of shrimp!!! Where's my shredded pork and where's my egg quiche?? Very disappointed.\n\nI probably will come by again tho since it is THE only Vietnamese place in the suburbs... :-(",
"The place has some decent Pho variety (as one would hope from the name). I tried the \"Special Pho\" which had tripe, tendons, brisket and I think meatballs which tasted more like sausage.\n\nHighly recommend the Vietnamese coffee, bubble tea, vermicelli noodles and Vietnamese spring rolls",
"Not much to say - unfortunately, this is another failed attempt at the Thai or Vietnamese suburban restaurant. The food is generic and tamed down to cater to the masses due to its location.",
"I went here today with a group from work. The lunch specials are a pretty good deal. You get to pick between three items (one being Pho) and you get a drink, and your choice of spring roll or soup. I ordered the steak Pho. It was pretty good. A little on the salty side for my tastes but not so much that I will not go back. \n\nThe restaurant itself is bright, clean, with minimal decor. There was a flat screen playing some Asian TV shows but it was on mute & thus did not disturb our dining. Our waitress was very helpful & quick.",
"I really like this place, and that it is super-close to home is just an added bonus.\n\nIts strengths lie more on the Vietnamese side than the Thai side, so if you are Thai-or-bust you might not be blown away...though in some respects I like the Thai dishes here better than at Thai Orchid. Very sensitive vegetarian friends LOVE this place and refuse to eat at Thai Orchid, so take that for what you will. The Pho is great...actually, anything along the lines of soup or soup-like is great here. Amazing spring rolls too. The family running the place is very friendly and earnest, and their intentions show throughout the dining experience. Its not a flawless, well-oiled machine at this point but its the kind of place I feel good going to...almost like a friend's house more than a faceless restaurant. \n\nIts on my list of regular spots, that is for sure.",
"If you've been to any of the myriad of restaurants that have previously been at this location, the layout is still the same. So imagine that, with a flat screen playing Asian TV shows. Not a terribly attractive interior, but it doesn't need to be. I loved this place at first. The spring rolls are simple and amazing. The vermicelli bowls are great as well. Unfortunately, they've slowly dropped certain vegetarian options from the menu and raised the prices of the remaining ones (If that's the price of keeping the doors open, I'm fine with that). Still, the pineapple fried rice with tofu is pretty hard to beat.",
"I wouldn't recommend this place. I really hoped this place would be better because honestly, driving 45 mins one way into Philly just to get pho or Bun thit nuong gets old.\n\nMy brother in law generously got us some takeout from this place. Pho and some Vietnamese bun. Easy, right? No. My wife and I looked at each other and shook our heads. It doesn't compare to what we get from Nam Vang on Adams Ave (the bun) and Pho75, also on Adams Ave (the pho). Not even close. The pho was a bit oily and flavorless. The bun dish was, well, unfortunate. Maybe they had an off day? I dunno, but we won't try again to find out.\n\nI guess we'll continue to make the trek into Philly but I have heard of a new Viet restaurant opening on Main St in Lansdale. Hopefully that place will satisfy our palates.",
"I am a fan because like others, I am very grateful to have Vietnamese in the 'burbs. We have found the service to be quite good and the restaurant is very casual and comfortable. Generally we avoid the Thai side of the menu because Thai Orchid offers more flavorful/spicy versions of those dishes. \n\nI'm a real fan of the pho. Some days are better than others but I have really good luck with it and it rivals my favorite spots on Washington street.",
"Great Vietnamese Style Restaurant!:-)\n\nVery friendly service and reasonably priced!:-)"
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"Like any other franchised Chili's joint, this has the all americana feel to it. They always have 3 soup selections and they usually include a chili, broc cheese soup and then one that may rotate --- let me use my psychic ability and predict that the day you go, its potato bacon?? :) \nLike their chicken nachos. For entree's i'd recommend the bbq ribs, chicken sandwich, and fajitas. you MUST get the mashed potatos!!!! They're red potatoes w/ chunks and topped with a white gravy. So good!",
"Chili's!! I'd NEVER EATEN THERE BEFORE!\n\nBut it was good.\nI ordered\n\n-Chicken Club Tacos with Rice and Beans (tacos were flavorful but a little dry, rice & beans were spicy! what the hell, obviously not the right way to do pretend mexican haha, the main course is spicy and the rice and beans you use to cool off...anyway...)\n\n-Reggae Sunsplash...if you want a drink that tastes like a creamsicle, but has no milk...this is the one. So tasty.\n\n-Appletini...ehh...whatever.\n\n- Gran Patron Margarita. Nice, but the glass may be more impressive than the drink.\n\n- Classic 2fer Rita...awesome! Tasty, frozen, and you get two, if you get house liquor.\n\n\nOur waiter was AWESOME! Very nice, very mellow, cool and all that. We gave him a nice tip (I hope.)\n\n-=-=-=-=-=\n\nWe went a second time, on Christmas Eve.\n\n-Appetizer sampler (southwestern egg rolls, boneless buffalo wings, texas chili fries, artichoke / spinach dip) We combined two, to make a smiley face haha.\n\nEven on Xmas Eve...our waitress was the sweetest person ever. I'm sure she was working a big tip, but you know what...damn, that's the point. I hate being obligated to tip...she worked for it.",
"I have always liked Chili's up in New York, until I came across this location in Clearwater. \n\nFirst of all, the waitress sucked. Even though we came in an hour before the closing, she rushed us and kept asking us if we were ready to order after 10 seconds we sat down.\n\nThe second, the chef sucked so badly too. The food was absolutelyhorrible. I ordered the same thing I always did...Crispy Chicken. My husband ordered grilled tilapia. We waited for a while even though there were only a few people dining in the restaurant. Yet my food was really cold...everything was soggy. But his plate was way too hot and everything on his plate was super salty. \n\nThe restaurant needs a new management badly and I would never ever go back to Chili's after this experience.",
"Well, we went here for dinner the other nite.\n\nI had the petite sirloin along with what was supposed to be \"steamed broccoli\".\n\nI'm giving this rating MAINLY because that steak? WAS SLAP OFF THE CHAIN!!!! One would find it difficult to distinguish it from a RIBEYE . . . YES, it WAS that good ! ! !\n\nBUT, the \"steamed\" broccoli? Well, this was by FAR, another story . . .\n\nFirst, it was practically RAW, which, OK, I can handle raw . . . but the flavor was horrible.\n\nThen when the manager brought out some more? He stated that it was \"MICROWAVED\" . . . WHAT ? ! ! ! The menu says \"STEAMED\" . . . either way, it still lacked by far in flavor.\n\nSO . . . if you do frequent Chili's? Unless you like that sort of broccoli? Order something else . . . we will for sure.",
"We went kind of late on a Saturday. At least half and probably more of the tables were empty but they seated us right next to the party room so we had to scream to hear each other. Our burgers were excellent, but they really fell down on the service. We barely saw the same person twice. I ordered sweet potato fries, which were an upcharge, and they weren't ready. Ten minutes later someone dropped a basket of charred, burnt fries on the table. It took an additional ten + minutes to get someone's attention to show them the unacceptable food. At the same time they dropped the check and walked off without asking if we wanted anything else? However our experience was saved by Bill, the manager, who I believe was from another Chili's. He came over, listened, was friendly and did everything he could to make it right. He's the only reason I would even consider going back (and the jalapeno burger, which is incredibly delicious)",
"We really enjoy this Chili's. The service is generally pretty decent and its great for kids. The food is fresh and we eat here probably once a week at least.",
"We stop by from time to time to get a salad or a burger. Today, we were intrigued by their new Mexican dishes. We have grown weary of some of our local TexMex places and wanted to see what they had to offer. As a head-up for those of you who don't know, if you eat in the bar area you get free/unlimited chips and salsa! Ole!\n \nWe opted for their \"Pick Three\" option that comes with Mexican rice and black beans. In order to see what items we liked, we ordered different things. We tried the taco, tostada, sour cream chicken enchilada, green chili chicken enchilada and the beef enchilada. All in all, they were OK. I didn't really care for the taco and tostada served on a Doritos seasoned taco shell and fried tortilla, respectively. The chicken fillings were spicy and moist but all of the enchiladas we had (see pics) were very much lacking in sauce over them. Maybe I'm \"old school' but I like my enchiladas swimming in sauce so I have something to mix into the rice. ;) The sliced fresh avocados on the dishes were quite nice and flavorful.\n\nFor the cost($10), you get a lot of chow. It's not true Mexican food but it is a flavorful interpretation.",
"Just had Chili's New Quesadilla Explosion salad and all I can say is Wow! It was like an explosion of flavors in my mouth, so much so that I ate every bite and left no room for desert.\n\nI have always thought of Chili's as a burger and fajita place with a boring menu, but there were so many new items on the menu, it was actually hard to choose.\n\nI had the new Watermelon Lemonade that was unbelievably good. In speaking with my server, he informed me that it was made with fresh watermelon. \n\nI'll be back soon.",
"I haven't been to a Chili's in a long time and this visit was a pleasant one. \n\nChili's occupies the 'office space' restaurant category in my mind (think TGIF, Olive Garden, Applebees, etc. - corporate restaurants close to corporate office plazas) and I never visit one unless I'm working in one of those plazas. Perhaps I will visit more frequently now :) \n\nThey have a vast menu and some good inexpensive lunch combos ($6-$8 for soup or salad and a sandwich, flatbread, quesadilla, fajitas, etc.). We started out with chips, salsa, and queso (friend had a freebie coupon) - like their chips, salsa is acceptable, and queso was grose (like hormel + velveeta = blech). I ordered a Santa Fe Chicken Quesadilla (which came with fries) and a side salad. Side salad wasn't impressive (not super fresh and like a bagged iceburg mix) but the ranch dressing tasted housemade, good! The quesadilla was good but greasy, like they pan fried it in stick of butter - wish restaurants woudn't do that ;( \n\nLove their pay at the table credit card machine AND that it launched into a customer experience survey right after payment = smart!!! Would not be surprised if these start showing up in all the corporate restaurants (if they already aren't?).",
"Getting to this location is a fun filled GPS adventure!\n\nNot very busy, probably because most people give up after they've passed it 5 times on US19.\n\nLunch is cheap ($6-$8)\n\nService is good.\n\nYou can watch commercials or play trivia on the portable computers at the booth.\n\nChicken Enchilada Soup, feed an army"
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"I love Falls Taproom! They have really good beer that even me, a non-beer drinker, likes lots. The mac and cheese is TO DIE FOR and cheap considering I can usually only finish half. So far, I have not eaten something there that I have not loved!",
"I went last week and had a nice time! Good drinks and food.\nLow key spot worth checking out.\nRead about the mac and cheese but my diet only allowed for the salad. \nI did try the fried gouda cheese and it was great!",
"BEST TURKEY BURGERS IN PHILLY!!! Also they have a great beer selection both in bottles and draft that are reasonably priced. We will definitely go here again!!!",
"Great beer selection, decent prices, very good food, interesting crowd + not a lot else open within immediate area makes this a great stop. A little small inside so not good for real big groups but definitely worth a stop if your in the area. If you were disappointed about Fork & Barrel closing stopping in here will make you feel a lot better!",
"Ordered last week for take out...amazing lobster mac n cheese!\nGreat spot indeed..",
"Great food, and the menu is always being adjusted/improved. As an avid beer drinker, this place has become a dream for me. 16 beers on draft downstairs, 2 being nitro. You won't find miller lite as one of them. There are always a couple IPAs on there as well. There is a special everyday. $6 Burger and Fries on Tuesday with live blues/jazz is awesome. There is an open mic every Thursday with $3 yards brewery, that is really full of talented musicians. \n\nThe owner is always upgrading and improving the spot. It's great to have someone that truly cares about the place. The upstairs is now going to be open everyday and they're opening for lunch thurs-sunday. With the weather getting nicer, there are two huge windows that open up entirely, with quite a bit of seating outside as well! I go there a couple times a week and it never gets old for me!",
"Great bar. BEST BEER SELECTION IN THE CITY HANDS DOWN. Great to get lunch and/or dinner their burgers and wings are definitely good probably one of the best burgers in east falls/manayunk/roxborough area. suggest for anyone!!",
"Comparatively speaking it is worlds apart from Buckets, (It's former moniker).\nI went in for the beer list and returned for the food.\nThe rotating beer list is a welcome addition to the neighborhood, I can always find something new as well as my old favorites.\nThe food is pretty good, the burgers and turkey burgers are the best in the neighborhood, the Pineapple Habanero wings are a zen experience and the mussels are great.\n\nI can't say enough good things about the place.\nThey aren't perfect, but I'll still be there once or twice a week.\n\nIn addition, now that I spend more time there than I do at home, the latest additions to the menu, the tacos are out of this world.\n\nDid I mention that the Perogies are made on the premises?\n\nI have never left the Falls Taproom feeling unsatisfied.\n\nThe employees are friendly and gracious and have the utmost respect for their customers.\n\nIf you're in the neighborhood, swing by and give 'em a try, you won't be disappointed.\n\nThe food is hot (When warranted) and the seats are comfortable.\nSome people will just find any reason to complain.",
"I really wanted to like this place a lot more than I did.\n\nPros: really excellent craft beer selection (even 3-4 different sours!), nice, off-the-beaten-path neighborhood outside Center City, outdoor dining, decent menu selection including sandwiches, burgers, a few kinds of mussels, pierogies and french fries, and interesting salads.\n\nOur actual dining experience just wasn't great. The place is pretty tiny, so definitely not good to bring a big group to. Luckily, it wasn't crowded when we got there, but our service still wasn't great - I think maybe she was bartending as well? Anyhow, we got seated (the chairs are really uncomfortable and don't fit with the tables they have, and only got more so as the night went on). \n\nWe ordered our beers, two drafts. Our server brought over the drinks, and I was dismayed to find that mine, a Mikkeller Limoncello, which was served in a Chimay chalice, was literally filled up barely halfway, with a giant head filling the rest of the glass. I understand glassware, and that higher ABV beers get a smaller pour, but this was really ridiculous, IMO. I wish I had told the server my concern, but I was so damn thirsty, I just started drinking. The beer was literally gone in about 4 sips. \n\nI ordered the white mussels and frites, and my dining partner had a grilled pear salad with bacon, field greens, walnuts, etc. His salad was fine, nothing extraordinary. My mussels were definitely lacking - tough, really small, and the broth was so boiling hot that I could barely fish them out without burning my fingers. I actually just gave up on them about 3/4 of the way through and just stuck with dunking my baguette into the broth. \n\nWe were both ready to split as soon as we were done eating - not to mention this band had started playing and was so loud, it was impossible to have a conversation. Our server took forever to settle up the bill.\n\nI was so disappointed in this place. I will most likely give it another chance though, order different food, and enjoy some more of their beer selection to see if things improve.",
"We've fallen for the Falls Tap.\n\nThis place is like ... Stealth good. \n\nWhereas the downtown Belgian pub(s) define a meal as a chimay, frites and a helping of haughty- Falls tap is the real deal.\n\nHappily squirm in the uncomfortable seats as you savor each and every morsel of the tastiest burger this side of Bobby Flay. Make a wish - and poof! there is your favorite beer - and don't forget the sweet potato fries.\n\nAn excellent addition to East Falls. Staff is doing double and triple duty right now (I hope that gets solved soon) but they are always polite and are packing some humor with your meal and brews.\n\nThis is not for the haughty. This is the evening version of Honey's Sit n' Eat. Either you get this sort of place or ya don't.\n\nYum."
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"Pearly's just opened a location in Dunedin and we happened to be in the area for lunch and decided to give it a try. We ordered the Chicken Baja Bowl and the Blackened Fish Tacos. They were creative, fresh and tasty. Since we've only been one time, we haven't had an opportunity to check out the rest of the menu yet, but there are some intriguing choices, such as the Shrimp Po' Boy, Beachin' Black Bean Burger and the Boss Burritos. \n\nThe restaurant is located in an older residential property, but they have done an extensive remodel to give the place a definite beach vibe. Very bright colors and decor. \n\nHolding off on a higher rating until we can give it another try. Would like to try some different selections to get a better overall impression.",
"Happy to have Pearly's in downtown Dunedin. Great vibe, inside/outside seating and comfortable bar area. Really do tacos well! Shrimp, brisket and traditional ground beef all very tasty. Excellent homemade guacamole",
"Let's make it clear, it is counter service mostly. You order the food by the counter, you order the drinks by the bar, but I'm not sure what is it complaint about it? It's quick and fresh. \n\nI love the Pearly's by Clearwater beach but it's always a far drive and it's pricier by the beach. Here, you got the same delicious food, but it's cheaper here. The restaurant is cute and fresh (see pictures). Both indoor and outdoor seatings, first come first serve. And again, the tacos are just not your every day taco but a delicious mix. I've tried all of them and enjoyed each one of them. \n\nHighly recommended!",
"Great location, great food, good beer, but simply idiotic that you sit inside while two girls stand behind the register talking and you still have to go up there to order your dinner. Have some common sense!\n\nThe first time we were here sitting outside, the bartender (common sense) Care over and said \"normally you have to go to the counter to order, but I'll take your order since I'm not that busy\".",
"I've been going to the pearlys on clearwater beach for a while now, and was so happy to see that there was a Dunedin location! \n\nDelicious food, friendly service, and beautiful atmosphere. What more could you want?",
"This is a cute little place from the outside. We walked in and caught a waitress and asked if we just sit wherever to which she replied yes you do. So we sat at the picnic table in the back of the place in the outdoor area. She explained we order inside at the bar area. She gave us 2 menus and left. \n\nSo we ordered our food inside and 2 beers. A different staff brought our food about 10 minutes later. And then our dining partner received their food shortly after that. I think you bus your own table or I suppose you could leave it on your table for them to clean off. I am not sure what the restaurant's expectation is for this? We always clean our table up by piling plates together and such but I eventually dumped everything in the trash because we were tired of the mess at out table. \n\nThere was not a bike rack anywhere that we could locate. So we propped them against the fence out front on their seashell gravel area. \n\nOur tacos were good. Overstuffed and almost worth what they charged us for them. There were not really any appetizers except for chips and salsa and guac., a basket of fries or beans and rice. Our dining partners were their for an app only so they ate the chips/guac/salsa. She said the guac was good. She didn't offer any to us so it must have been good. Salsa was mild and the portion given with your taco was very small. Portion given with the chips and salsa basket was much larger. Chips were good and crunchy. \n\nAll in all our visit was fine. The order inside thing was odd to me but my dining partner thought it was ok. When I asked him if he would tip he said he wasn't sure because the only thing staff did the entire time we were there was bring our food from the kitchen. \n\nWe walked inside to order and the staff were just standing around doing nothing but talking to each other. They acted as if they were distressed about having to deliver your food to your table. No smiles, nothing. Our dining partner is legally blind and she asked a waitress to help her get her two drinks to the table so she didn't trip down the stairs. The waitress just looked at her like she was asking her something crazy but she did bring the drinks to the table. I explained she is legally blind and she has trouble with depth perception. The waitress said \"I see.\"\n\nWe left a tip but I am not sure if this is expected? When they drop your food off, leave and you get nothing more or less than that, hmmmm. I don't know. \n\nThey do allow smoking outside but there are no ashtrays so anyone wanting to smoke would either have to make their own ash tray out of a used glass or throw it on the ground. Either way, not cool. \n\nIt wasn't what I hoped it would be. Still cute to look at though.",
"Nope., great effort to create Beachiness, however, Expected So Much More, service not great, Food less than mediocre, soggy burrito and rice, greasy. Definitely will not bother returning.Ants all over picnic tables outside! Not Cool. Expected So Much More., No Parking, can't READ ADDRESS, Playing Looped music NORA JONES, really??, Nothing beachy about NORA Jones, unless you want to go to sleep. Borrrring.",
"Watched this place in the build stage. Decided to try it for for Cinco De Mayo. Like others who posted here, I did not know about ordering at the bar or counter. We almost left in a huff. But the bar tender saved the day with menus and an explanation. \n Food came out fast. My fish taco was fantastic. Beef, not so much. Wife said same about her beef offering. I like the vibe and location. I didn't know what to leave as a tip, because I paid in advance. Usually, I gauge the service and tip accordingly. \n I think we'll try PBE again. They didn't knock me over, but I'm willing to give them another chance.",
"Decent selection of beer and the food is good and very fresh.\n\nWife and I got a shrimp, fish & brisket taco all where good.\n\nSon got Cuban and said it was the best he ever had\n\nVery clean and friendly staff",
"Meh. I don't know if it's just me but I love love love love tacos and this is not my favorite. Also didn't like the wine in the copa cups. I ordered the tacos and they had a sweet salsa on it. It was just too over powering and I couldn't really taste anything else but the salsa and the mangos in it."
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"Let me preface this as I am not a Mexican food aficionado, but a person that enjoys good Mexican food and good food in general. \n\nSo this morning I got a little hungry and decided to browse through my restaurant coupons. I found this place and figured \"authentic Mexican food, yes please!\". As I pulled up outside there was a lady getting the tables ready and cleaning the parking lot. On first impressions of the outside looks like a street stand but was inviting with music playing and friendly staff. As I approached and took a look at the menu, the prices were more than fair and selection was good. My coupon was for a combo, so I ordered a combo #12 (mini torta and one pork and one steak enchilada). I also added a tamale onto the order for good measure. IT ALSO CAME WITH A FREE TACO!!!!\n\nAfter I got home I sat down to enjoy my brunch. The red sauce (I think it is a salsa) has good heat, but not too much, and was amazing. I did not care for the green sauce, but that is just my taste. The torta was AMAZING!!! The bread complemented the meat very well. Ingredients were fresh and taste was right on key. The taco was good and definitely a homemade corn tortilla. The tamale was smaller in size then other tamales I have had at other places, but the price matched the size of the tamale when comparing to other popular places. The tamale was good, had good flavor and texture. Sadly only available on Fridays and Saturdays but I guess I will plan my excursions here appropriately. The enchiladas were alright, not a lot of sauce but had good flavor. Remember I am no Mexican food aficionado. Even though the enchiladas were decent I rate this PLACE A 4.5/5 (THEY WONT LET ME DO HALF STARS) and will be back for some more TORTAS!!!!!! Next time I plan on trying the nachos, there is a picture on my coupon of it and it LOOKS AMAZING!!!!!\n\nThis place reminds me a lot of a chain of restaurants that are being put up everywhere (associated with a bus). The main difference, minus the bus, is the price. I will take good food and at a great price any day. The difference is only a couple dollars on average but that makes all the difference to me. Try it out and let yelp know what you think.",
"Pros: Good food, reasonable prices, non taco items on menu are huge\n\nCons: Small outdoor location that necessitates getting your order to go during cold or inclement weather, the Pastor meat was a worthy effort but needs improvement, their acceptance of credit/debit cards is hit or miss - so cash is a must\n\nI found Genesis one day after church and have been back a few times since. The location itself is food prep trailer with a few covered picnic tables for seating. They share the parking lot with a couple of other businesses but I have never found parking to be an issue.\n\nThe tacos are delicious and simple, served taqueria style with onions and cilantro with some grilled onions and a grilled jalapeño on the side. All the meats are good, in particular the Tripas (tripe) which is a meat that can very easily be screwed up by undercooking or overcooking. The pastor is their weakest link but this is probably due to the fact that they probably don't possess the equipment to properly make this spit cooked seasoned pork (very few places do). The portions for their non taco items (especially the tortas) are huge! I was very pleasantly surprised. They also have a nice variety of Aguas Frescas that are made from scratch.\n\nBe sure to bring cash because their credit card scanner sometimes doesn't connect and you will need to spend at least 5 dollars for them to run it. \n\nAll in all, a very pleasant discovery in the heart of Brandon.",
"Had a number 1 and a number 12 I also asked for a tamale and when I got home they forgot my tamales the tacos and burritos were a bit bland you get a free coke with a combo if that is a plus. I prolly won't return to this place.",
"For a taco truck permanently parked next to another builiding, the three soft carnitas tacos were very good, if not a little small. In an area where fast food tacos means taco hell, this is a nice addition to the landscape, however, it would be nice to see it in a permanent location. Something about the electric cord feeding power to the truck said they were not going to be in business long..",
"They make very good Mexican food. I always order the #2 combo which is 2 tacos and a quesadilla with a drink. You really can't go wrong by going here. This is a food truck, so don't expect anything fancy. Last time I checked they only accepted cash, which should really change as people are rarely using cash nowadays.\nOverall, great Mexican spot in Brandon.",
"I'm not sure why it took me so long to stop at this Mexican oasis here in Brandon. Thankfully I did just that. One Carne Asada burrito, one Barbacoa taco, one Carne Asada taco and a Pollo Asada taco too! Lots of food, but completely worth every bite! After MANY years and visits to taco trucks all throughout central amd southern California, this place is just like home..authentic and delicious! \nI will be back and with the family!",
"This is a pretty great little hole in the wall. The menu is extensive and the young ladies are always nice and patient as we try to decide (although I always end up getting the same thing anyway)\nSteak tacos are pretty amazing and you can't go without getting the red beans in rice. Also amazing. \nThe absolute reason we keep going back is because we cannot get enough of their quesadillas!!! Extraordinary!\nSure they could use some more quality seating areas but the location is okay and the food is amazing for the price.\nThey do take credit cards now but use their phone to process it. So if you're uncomfortable with that way, bring cash.",
"Definitely a hole in a wall but the menu is quite extensive and very delicious. I could probably eat 20 carne tacos.",
"Great tacos. Wait was a little long on a mid Sunday afternoon, but would definitely do it twice...",
"I am a foodie and I tend to try places off the beaten path. I have been going to this taco stand for over a year now and thought it was high time I wrote a review. I LOVE this place!!! The value is outstanding, they give you a nice portion for the money but moreover the food is authentic and always tasty. I Highly recommend the #11 with crispy tacos Al Pastor or my latest obsession Spicy Shrimp (to which I have them add carnitas) Wow! so good. The atmosphere is not why you come here, its the friendly service and awesome food. If you want no frills authentic Mexican this place is it. Happy eating :)"
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"our first few times we ate here because we're addicted to pho and glimpsed this place on our way home to philadelphia (pho so 1 is on the way from the jersey turnpike to the ben franklin bridge). the pho tai is really good, with a rich and fragrant broth, good-quality meat and lots of herbs. the goi cuon (cold shrimp, rice noodle and basil rolls), coconut juice and vietnamese iced coffee are also above-par.\n\nanyway, it wasn't until maybe our fifth or sixth visit to the place that we realized how awesome some of the rest of the menu is. under appetizers -- i think #125, which we picked kind of at random -- is a hot crepe/omelette stuffed with crunchy warm bean sprouts and crispy things and shredded herbs and served with a huge pile of crunchy romaine leaves and heaps of basil and fuzzy mint-like leaves for wrapping and dipping into nuoc mam. so good. \n\nand the one right after that, #126, is even awesomer. it's a kind of sampler plate with vietnamese ham, \"shrimp muffins\" (they're more like big fresh shrimp hush puppies, cut in half), black-mushroom-pork dumplings, fresh raw veggies, and a whole bunch of other stuff and it's all really, really fresh and delicious. i wish i knew what either of these dishes were actually called.\n\nthe only other thing i've had there was lemongrass oxtail noodle soup, which is that kind of vietnamese broth that has lots of chili oil and chili flakes and the fatter kind of noodle. (sometimes sold as \"lemongrass beef noodle soup\" at other places) the waiter tried to dissuade me from it because we're white girls who look like we wouldn't like oxtails. the broth was on par with delicious spicy heat, stink, and lemongrassiness. although i love oxtail stew soulfoodstyle it was kind of hard for me to maneuver the big bones and bouncier chunks of fat with chopsticks. but the shreds of meat i extracted before i gave up were good. they have the same broth with other meat options too.\n\nit's really pleasant in there and the two guys that work the register and wait tables are laid back and friendly and helpful. thank you, new jersey!",
"A buddy of mine brought me here on a Pho Run. Truth be told, I was a bit apprehensive. I've got a few places that I always frequent and I always order the exact same thing. What can I say? I fear change. Alas, I gotta hand it to this place, damn good pho. My new go-to.",
"Delicious! A rather small restaurant but what they lack in size, they make up for in flavor. I had grilled beef in grape leaf and spicy Hue noodle (bun bo Hue), which were very tasty. It was my first time there and the waiters were extremely friendly and helpful. Great Vietnamese home cooking and people, highly recommended.",
"Got their spring rolls one time to check them out. I was excited to have a Vietnamese place so close by. I love Pho and spring rolls. Their spring rolls were teensy weensy little things, not terrible, but a major disappointment. Sounds like I should have stuck with some Pho.",
"The pho here is the best this side of the Delaware. Everything is always fresh and delicious. My boyfriend orders extra meat on the side (raw) and doesn't have any qualms about it. \n\nI love the waiter-- the one that's ALWAYS there. He's so helpful with suggestions and teaches us how to make our own hand rolls. Speaking of rolls, the grape leaves are super good.\n\nMy only gripe is that I ordered a Thai iced tea, and it was not very good. Next time, I'll stick with their hot tea!!",
"My husband and I just moved to the neighborhood after relocating from CA. We were spoiled with Vietnamese food out there. Between my mother-in-law and being so close to San Gabriel and Santa Ana, we were very lucky.\n\nIn one of our many trips the other day, we drove by Pho So 1. We immediately got excited and decided to give it a try for dinner last night.\n\nSo.... GOOD. We were nervous about eating here but after the first bite of that Spring Roll - we were in heaven.\n\nI had the Pho Tai as my meal - my staple. The broth was super fresh and delicious (although I prefer my broth to have \"marinated\" for a day or two). The meat was tender and tasty! My hubs had the Com Suon Nuong Special (with a fried egg). I could've wolfed his plate down and will definitely get that next time. The best part? They served it with broken rice - my absolute favorite kind of rice.\n\nOur waiter, Steve, was very personable, friendly, and great with suggestions. We'll definitely be back. WOO HOO.",
"Being a Vietnamese from Southern California, you cant get better Vietnamese cuisine than Orange County, San Gabriel, Westminster and Little Saigon. This place however would be a very good restaraunt if it was located back West.\n\nCom Suong Nuong was excellent. If they served the chicken broth soup that most places do, than it would've been perfect. Fresh OJ was yummy, I could actually hear the juicer machine turn on after I ordere it, so I knew it was fresh. Wife had Pho Tai and I wil try the Pho next time, but it did smell and taste good (the very littel bit that I got a chance to try.\n\nOverall, this place is great, clean enviorment, friendly service and good food. We will be back...we live down the street.",
"Driving to the mall, enraged by winter weather and painfully slow motorists, I peeked into Plaza 38 as I crept by. I spotted Pho So 1, ripped my wheel hard to the right and squealed into the lot.\n\nThe tiny joint, sided by other small restaurants and and insurance agency, had a smell so fab my quick lunch turned to an hour-long retreat. I felt so relaxed by the smell, the fish tank, the fiber-optic chandelier. \n\nPho Tai for me, doused with some sriracha, pepper relish, fish sauce and laced with basil and jalepenos - all this comes on the side, you do as you pho-cking like. (Okay, that was my one-and-only Pho word play). Also, tried the crepe with shrimp and pork, which was more bean sprouts than anything. Dip it in the accompanying sweet vinegar sauce and now we're talking.\n\nLots of regulars came in, alone, and I could see why. I wanted to hover over my bowl of pho and stare into its floating beef-fat eyes. Although the menu is four pages long, all ten of were sipping soup.",
"my wife and i are regulars. we love the big bowls of piping hot pho which are never greasy and always plentiful and delicious. i love the beef and grape leaves appy and don't forget the avocado shake! there are several local pho houses popping up with PhoSo1 is clean and the service is friendly and prompt.",
"one comment: they need to stop pretending lemon is the same as lime....JUST STOP!"
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"I am completely in love with this place. Considering that fact that I am a red meat & potatoes kind of girl, that's saying alot. My first time here was for my belated birthday dinner with my friend. The atmosphere was really relaxed and while waiting for the food, I was just walking around the restaurant looking at the selling artwork on the restaurant's walls. The waiter was really friendly and welcoming. I was a bit skeptical about the kosher food at first. Fake General T'so chicken seems a bit weird but it was really amazing. It isn't your typical general t'so. Rather than than the normal hot and spicy red sauce, my little fried \"chicken\" balls came along with a bowl of brown gingerly sauce which was just as amazing. The spring rolls was good (along with the ocean of duck sauces I used) and the vegan chocolate cheesecake is a must have. I came back several times after that; and I called for delivery a couple times too (when i have that craving in the middle of work). Next time I'm going there, I'm definitely going to take advantage of their all you can eat dim sum.",
"Very good vegetarian Chinese food. We had excellent dumplings (something with \"dragon\" in the name). We got the all you can eat dim sum (just $10 per person). I'm not a big dim sum fan, but those dumplings were great! The fried bananas were tasty, too. I also really enjoyed the seaweed salad. It had lots of fresh ginger. \n\nFast, friendly service.",
"This place is not only a vegetarian restaurant (*clearing his throat), this is a Vegan/Vegetarian Kosher Chinese Restaurant. They are a certified Kosher restaurant! I went here with a friend and some new people that I had just met. I can't say that I get excited about the prospect of eating vegetarian when I'm a big ole meat eater at heart.\n\nBut I have to say, these people sure do know how to make tofu taste like meat! They have a variety of different foods that are made to taste uniquely like pork, chicken, and beef.\n\nThis restaurant also features filtered water and purified air! Uh... cool!\n\nAs a group, we ordered the $10 per person Dim Sum. OK. I have never seen this much food before. NEVER. The rotating center of our table could not hold all of the food and we had to stack plates after a while. Recommendation: if you get the dim sum, eat nothing for the previous 8 hours and save the \"beef buns\" for after the meal. Just do it and you'll thank me after your finish eating. The food will seem to just keep coming.\n\nWith the dim sum you get fried bananas and fortune cookies with your check. So save room.\n\nService is quick and friendly.\n\nThe interior decor is your typical Chinese restaurant decor. You go here for the food and to spend some time with friends. They have back rooms which would be great for smaller groups.",
"I've become really picky when it comes to Chinatown, lately. So, I wasn't too excited to try vegan Chinese food. I have mixed reviews\n\nA large group of us went for the dim sum. Like George said, it's $10 per person, and they just bring out different plates. It was an obscene amount of food. Some of the food was surprisingly delicious (the steamed dumplings) but a good amount of it seemed bland (i've had better substitute meat, before). \n\nAnd yes, the servers were super friendly (we were teased a few times for our late friends) and very helpful. However, we were over charged (they added an extra person). This meant that they let us take home the left overs. I haven't decided, yet, if this is a fair trade.\n\nOver all, it was a fun experience. I'd be willing to go back with another large group for dim sum or even go just for the beef buns and steamed dumplings.",
"I visited Harmony just because my roommate, who is vegetarian, said that this vegetarian Chinese restaurant served food that tasted just like real meat. I could not believe it so we went to dinner there.\n\nShe was right. This little, unassuming Chinese restaurant that looks like a million other Chinese food places, serves up delicious Chinese dishes with substitute meat and they taste almost the same!\n\nI had to ask the waiter just to make sure that my General Tso's \"Chicken\" really wasn't chicken. It was so disconcerting. If all vegetarian food tasted like this, I feel like I could be one too!",
"One of my favorite vegetarian restaurants to go to. And I like it even better now that it was recently bought under new management by the same owners who run Kingdom (another excellent vegetarian Chinese restaurant that isn't very far away). the food is so good that you won't believe that they aren't serving meat. and as George R. says it's also Vegan and Kosher. I like the tea too.\nHarmony is also B.Y.O.B. so bring a bottle or two of your favorite wine when you go with a group.",
"This is pretty much the best place ever. I'll come right out and say that it is the most amazing vegan restaurant I've ever been too.\n\nThe fact that everything on the menu is vegan (and Kosher) is astounding. Seriously, this is not your regular fried tofu square joint. They take every meaty Chinese entree you've ever loved, veggiefy it, and make it 10 times better. I promise.\n\nYou haven't lived until you've had their General Tso's Chicken. The \"chicken\" is made with seitan (a meat substitute made of wheat gluten), deep fried and smothered in a sauce that will send you straight to heaven. There are also a series of \"ham\" and \"beef\" entrees that are absolutely lick your plate amazing. For starters, try some of the vegetarian wonton soup or some spring rolls. To finish, melt into some vegan cheesecake. Not very Chinese, but hey, it's a vegan party up in here.\n\n(For the record, this place was a huge factor in me going vegan back in high school. I had been considering going from vegetarian to vegan for a while, but wasn't sure there would be enough of a variety of food options available to keep me interested. After dining here one day with some vegan friends, I fell in love, became inspired by the possibilities, and soon after took the plunge. It was that good. Okay, granted I'm no longer vegan-- BUT I don't live near Harmony anymore, so it figures....)\n\nGo now-- You can thank me later.",
"I am a strict carnivore and I have to say - this place rocks. The General Tsao's was very life like indeed. Their food is great, but the place is too dark, I almost thought they were closed.\n\nYummmmmmm!",
"I give this place 3 stars - 2 just because it is fully vegan and kosher, which is commendable, and the third for the efficient and pleasant service. Beyond that, the food is only mediocre. My noodle dish was too greasy to enjoy, so I just picked out the faux beef. Also, I requested an extra spicy dish and received a bland oily mess. Next time I'm in town, I will definitely visit a different vegetarian restaurant.",
"ive been going to Harmony since i was like 10 years old and i'm still not tired of it. my parents used to take me bc they started going there when it first opened. and so the tradtion continues...\nanyway, service is friendly but sometimes slow. food is constantly good but watch out sometimes the beef buns arent cooked enough. they have a whole downstairs for parties and buffet dim sum dinners, which are always fun. \nthe food i get is always fresh with lots of flavorful veggies and not too much sauce or too fried, etc. also i love the bananas they serve at the end with your check... yum, like a lil free dessert. oh yeah and the prices are very reasonable for the amount of food that you get... always important."
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"Came in last night for the soft opening and was able to try a variety of the pizza Katie has to offer. From the pear&prosciutto to the cure meats with arugula the food was outstanding and lives up to the high standard set by the original location on Clayton Road.\n\nThe new digs are classy and fun from the floors to the bar and lights that pay homage to the Clayton location, the living wall on either side of the bar is also an eye catcher.\n\nI highly suggest you make your way here and sample some of her fabulous food, I'm excited to go back and try the pasta myself!",
"I enjoyed a nice dinner at Katie's Pizza & Pasta this evening. My fiancee and I shared a pizza (the wood roasted chicken) and a pasta (the pappardelle with Boar ragu). Both were delicious and had balanced flavors. The pizza was creamy with a nice balsamic sauce and the pasta had a great tomato flavor but balanced by lemon. The noodles on the pasta were cooked perfectly.\n\nThe atmosphere is very unique to this area and even St. Louis. It has a fun yet sophisticated ambiance and would be a good setting for a nice evening out or just a casual dinner. I'm looking forward to when it's warmer and patio seating is an option. It was nice to see a restaurant this full on a Monday night\n\nThe service was excellent which was nice surprise especially since this was the second week it has been open. I have high hopes for this place and hope to try many of the other options on the menu.",
"3 of us went to Katie's in Rock Hill tonight solely because one in our party is celiac and on a gluten free diet.\nIt was super busy for a Monday night. Appeared there were 2 waitresses for 15/20 tables consisting of 4,6 and 8 tops. 1 busser and the hostess was also filling waters and clearing tables. When we first walked in the hostess was on the phone and also handling a take out order. I would say we waited 5 min before she acknowledged us, but was very polite and apologetic about our wait.\n\nOur server was also very kind and explained our menu questions very well. Our issue was with one of the dinners. The restaurant boasts wood fire oven baked pizza and hand made pasta. The gluten free person ordered a gluten free pizza with roasted chicken, Gorgonzola, fresh mozzarella, pesto and balsamic...though toppings were tasty the gluten free crust was like cardboard. I ordered the marguerite pizza which was very good though I think the center of the pizza was just warm, the cheese could have been more hot and bubbly. The other dinner ordered at our table was the spaghetti and meatballs...when I think of hand made pasta I think pasta that is tender and will absorb the flavor of the sauce...the first dish of pasta that came out was 15 min After the pizzas were served, the pasta was tough and not cooked properly. Plus the meatballs were hard and tasteless. Let me say the manager was very apologetic and was very concerned about making our expierence a good one, but it took another good 15 min For the second attempt, by then we were done with our pizzas. The second dish was a good steaming hot bowl of pasta and cooked more appropriate but I still wouldn't say it was tender like fresh pasta should be. Again I emphasize the. Manager was very apologetic and took the pasta off our tab and gave us a free dessert of fresh made doughnut holes that were piping hot and drizzled with honey...they were delish! \nWe will give this restraunt another try after it has been open a while longer...but I suggest they\nWork on the gluten free crust and hand made pasta. We also had the buratta app with copa ham and\nMelon and that was yummy.",
"I've been patiently waiting for Katie's to open!\n\nI loved the ambiance: very modern, chic & rustic. Fresh roses dotted the bar & the stools were a wide variety of styles. Basically, it was exactly how I decorate at home, a mix of vintage & modern.\n\nService was good. The bartender introduced himself & attempted to initiate a conversation. I want feeling so hot, so I left him hanging a bit. In the end, we did have a nice chat about beers (my favorite subject).\n\nFood was delicious. My fried artichoke salad came out of the kitchen quickly, with hot artichokes & fresh, cold greens. It also had some goat cheese, asparagus & pistachios. I really, really enjoyed it BUT wish that there were a tad more greens. Sorry, ya'll but for my money I want a big ass salad. Maybe it's just the fatty in me. \n\nI think next time I will definitely split a salad and a pizza with a companion. I am really looking forward to returning, the area was so in need of a locally owned, quality drinking & dining establishment. Yay! Thanks for everything.",
"Drive down Manchester. Open the window and throw out $40. Go home and make a pizza with with protein on it. Ridiculous waste. We are now at home making dinner. Still hungry. Shameful. I guess I need to give 1 star just to post this",
"We have a birthday party at Katie's Pizza and Pasta, because we like Italian food. Unfortunately, we get very sick after the meal. Appetizer is certainly not gluten-free, even though they say it is. Salad is not clean so that I get sick. This is really disappointed.",
"Katie does it again!!! Her highly successful Katie's Pizza in Clayton spawned Katie's Pizza and Pasta!\n\nI have been here twice. Twice I left in awe of the amazing pasta I had. The first visit I had the Fiori (flower shaped short pasta with mixed forest mushrooms, Portobello, marscapone, and roasted garlic) and it was truly incredible! The very next day I had the Pappardelli (with wild boar ragu and lemon Gremolata). Both are some of the best pasta dishes I've ever had (I grew up in an Italian restaurant family so I know what I'm talking about).\n\nThe decor is original with original artwork by Ted Collier which I love and hand crafted bar and tables. The staff was very nice and helpful. They didn't skip a beat when I wanted more water or bread. The food arrived in a timely manner with beautiful presentation.\n\nALL THE PASTA IS MADE FRESH IN HOUSE! It really makes a difference!!!\n\nDo yourself a flavor and try Katie's Pizza and Pasta! You won't regret it and will find a new favorite Italian destination when you are craving! I will be going back again and again!",
"My wife and I had dinner at Katie's Pizza and Pasta Osteria last Saturday night. I made a reservation for 8pm on Saturday. As soon as we walked in we were greeted in a timely fashion. I let them know I had made a reservation and we didn't have to wait a second before they said \" right this way sir\". The ambionce was really neat with the open kitchen concept. Also, a massive television was showing old Italian movies. I also had a great view of the Mizzou game too. Our server was super and on top of her game, which I didn't expect with them just opening a few weeks earlier . My wife and I ordered the some pasta dishes . The pasta was perfect al dente and came in really cool designs. They make their pasta fresh daily and it was amazing. I highly recomend the Bucatini and the Tagliatelle pasta dishes. Katie's Pizza and Pasta is one our new found favorites!!!",
"My wife and I had dinner at Katie's Pizza and Pasta Osteria last Saturday night. I made a reservation for 8pm on Saturday. As soon as we walked in we were greeted in a timely fashion. I let them know I had made a reservation and we didn't have to wait a second before they said \" right this way sir\"...The ambionce was really neat with the open kitchen concept. Also, a massive television was showing old Italian movies. I also had a great view of the Mizzou game too. Our server was super and on top of her game, which I didn't expect with them just opening a few weeks earlier . My wife and I ordered the some pasta dishes . The pasta was perfect al dente and came in really cool designs. They make their pasta fresh daily and it was amazing. I highly reccomend the Bucatini and the Tagliatelle pasta dishes. Katie's Pizza and Pasta is one our new found favorites!!!",
"This is the only place in the region that serves this style of pizza. Far superior ingredients to anywhere you will go. Better cured meats and cheeses with gourmet pairings not used sparingly, very unique crust, and oh yeah, salads are on another level too. If you liked the first one, multiply that feeling by 10, and you're still not quite there."
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"Good sushi, good crab rangoons, nice looking menu, typo x2 (fired rice), slow service, really bad old school love songs. I had to ask for soy sauce. Granted they just opened last week so I'm sure they will get their act together.",
"I ordered the chicken pad Thai lunch special with a spring roll and salad. I have to say I enjoyed the sides better than the main coarse. The dressing for the salad was the best ginger dressing I have ever had! I like that it was served with fruit. The spring roll was great! \n\nThe chicken pad Thai needed more peanuts and was dripping in grease. I could not even finish. I ordered hot and did not taste any spicy flavor. \n\nIf I ever decided to dine here again I would probably try the sushi.",
"The sushi is great and the rolls are HUGE. Really you only need one or two if you're very hungry. Affordable and good!",
"2 friends and I tried out Lemongrass for lunch today. We arrived at 12:45 and even though the restaurant was quite busy we were promptly seated. We had questions about items on the menu and special requests that were handled perfectly and with a smile. I had the orange chicken and asked for it to be prepared extra spicy. It was terrific. There was so much food on the lunch plate it took my four little sushi rolls to go. Also I had ordered pork fried rice to go, in order to give it to my teenage daughter when I picked her up from school. Along with the rice, she received a small salad, an egg roll and goyza. She couldn't finish all of these items so we brought the remaining rice home. 3 hours later I pulled the cold rice out of the refrigerator and ate what was left. It was delicious! The food is that good! Leftover, cold, still delicious! I will definitely be back.",
"A place for pad thai that is pretty delicious. Staff is nice and thai ice tea is perfect. And there is outdoor seating so you can bring your dog friends too.",
"I visited here with some of my family and we love all things Thai and sushi so we were pretty excited to give it a try. We visited late on a Sunday evening and the service was a bit slow at first but after the other tables left it was much quicker. \n\nI started off with Tom kha gai, aka coconut chicken soup. It had a nice mix of sweet and spicy, very tasty. Also had edamame and la Bamba sushi in a cone style. I've never heard of the sushi cone so I was interested to try it. Overall flavor was good but I didn't like the fact that the seaweed paper is outside of the rice and it was a bit difficult to eat. I tried a few of the rolls that my family ordered as well, including Weezer (yum!) and big daddy. Also had a very unique cucumber wrapped roll with no rice for no carb dieters. It was unlike any roll I've ever had, very crispy and fresh. I don't personally eat sashimi but they ordered an impressive looking sashimi combo dish and said it was fantastic. We ordered so much food the server kept looking at us like we were crazy, it was pretty funny to see the look on her face when we literally ate everything. \n\nI really liked the decor and feel inside the restaurant and there is also outdoor tables if you are brave enough to dine outside on the street at night in st Pete.\n\nWill be back again without a doubt",
"Cool new place for Asian food in Downtown St. Pete. I went with the Pad Thai, which is typical for me when going to restaurant for the first time, I mean, if you don't do Pad Thai well as an Asian restaurant, well....\n\nFortunately, the Pad Thai was very good. I wish I had asked for a little more heat in mine, but that's not the Chef's fault. Wifey and a friend had noodles and sushi with a friend. Both dishes were well presented, but again we would have liked a little more flavor in the form of spice. The clientele was young adult and the place was hopping on a Friday night. There were a lot of really beautiful sushi dishes being pumped out by the chefs, but surprisingly we didn't have to wait too long for our meals. We will definitely be more aggressive with our seasoning requests on our next visit, but we really enjoyed the food, the decor, and the ambiance - even the champagne room glow of the pink neon!",
"Heard great things about this new addition to own town St. Pete so decided to try it out when a craving for sushi hit.\n\nWe started with a few apps, which weren't anything special. Tempura crab and fried pork wontons. The crab tasted weird to me and the wontons could have used more filling.\n\nBut the main event (the sushi) was the best sushi I've had in St. Pete. VERY fresh tasting and lots of unique rolls to choose from.\n\nCan't wait to return and try the Thai dishes!\n\nService was great...our waitress was very nice. Space is small but comfortable.",
"Went there on a Friday night at about 8.30, it was bustling, and there was a flight wait for table.\nPros:\n- Friendly service, though a bit slow.\n- the outside seating looks nice, despite the noise.\n- The massaman curry with duck is DIVINE, creamy, flavorful, duck is crunchy and the combination in your mouth is something else.\nCons: \n- the entrance doesn't have much room for more than 2 people to wait without being in the way or standing next to another table.\n- We unfortunately sat close to a party of about 10 young rowdy people, pretty annoying\n\nA nice enough restaurant that I'll return to.",
"Had a really nice time sitting outside for dinner.\n\nWe all shared each others dinner. The garden was really tasty. I had the chicken Teriyaki, good! Friend had the curry, also good! \n\nI would be back for sure."
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"Being from the midwest, traffic in the Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington area drives me nuts. Outside of the car, they are generally the greatest people you ever want to meet. But put them behind the wheel of a car and you got some of the biggest A-holes to ever hit the road. \n\nThat being said, when I am visiting this area late fall or early winter, when it seems to be dark all the time, I prefer to stay close to the hotel when in search for a place to eat. I was staying at the Hampton on Baltimore Pike and the closest place I could find was the Hooters near the intersection of Highway 1 and Highway 202. Normally I don't seek out places that feature scantily clad women, but I don't avoid them either.\n\nI decided to take my place at the bar and order from there. In front of me was the so-called kitchen were there were three kids preparing all of the meals. There were also about a dozen slightly sleazy but still attractive waitresses roaming around ready to engage in some prick teasing conversation.\n\nI decided to keep it light, so I ordered a garden salad with ranch dressing and a half a pound of steamed shrimp. So far as the food goes, the salad was just about at the end of it's shelf life, bagged lettuce and red cabbage just beginning to turn red along with some stale croutons. Dressing itself was some standard restaurant pack. Shrimp kind of reeked of some fishy smell which indicated they were not fresh either. Dipping the shrimp in the provided drawn butter or dousing it with hot sause would kill the taste, but what would be the point of that?\n\nBut that was not the scary part. I am a corporate food safety person for a food processing company and the Hooters food preparation crew broke almost every rule in the book. I'm not going to waste time listing every detail but one example was that the person cooking most of the food was also trying to unclog a sink. He began by using a hot water hose that had rubber peeling away from the surfaces and rotting threads in trying to clear out the clog...the rotting stuff was right over some fried foods that he was preparing at that time. Finally he got frustrated, took a black brush and started reaming out the drain. He then wiped off the excess water from the brush bristles, went to a cooler to get some raw chicken, put the chicken in a bowl and then threw the black brush on a shelf where bowls used to prepare their famous hot wings are kept. All without changing his gloves or washing his hands.\n\nIf you want some eye candy, this is the place. If you want to avoid getting sick from food poisoning, this is a place to avoid. The only two things that save this place is that 1. They fry the crap out of most of the items they serve and 2. If someone does get sick, they'll blame the booze.",
"My first Hooters experience. We rolled in about twenty minutes before the place closed, hoping to get some drunk munchies after a wedding reception. Clearly I got wings. The two-star descriptor \"Meh. I've experienced better\" is pretty accurate. The \"medium\" hotness was barely barely spicy, and pretty effing greasy. The curly fries were a little undercooked, but they came out quick and hot (ha, that's what she said). \n\nAs much as the objectification of women and tube socks bother me, our waitress was helpful, friendly and generally great - we commended her to the manager.",
"The first time I went to a Hooters The ladies were just that and not just a lot of just teen girls with shorts pulled up to impossible heights. I feel like if my daughter worked here I would find some way to shut them down for exposing as many pimples as possible. Isn't that trans fat or something. Just shy of teen porn.",
"Being a Wing Snob and a hooters fan, I decided to go to this hooters to celebrate my birthday. We went here on saturday 2/13/10. It wasn't crowded and it was an overall excellent experience!\n\nWe kept our order simple, 50 wings, all drums and 1/2 breaded and 1/2 not-breaded and the sauce was hot. The wings came out nicely prepared and properly cooked and quickly. Again as the other snobbish reviewers are ordering salads. Who goes to Hooters and orders a salad...please people this is at best a dinner. If its not grilled or deep fried...why order it here? \n\nIF you stick to grilled and deep fried things you can do no wrong at a hooters. \n\nOne other item to note about this place is the \"talent\". I've been to other hooters and I think it must be the university that is nearby, but this place does have some nice talent! My usual hooters is in king of prussia and their talent is how should we say...less then impressive? This is worth the 20 minute drive from KOP to Glen Mills as the food is better, and the waitstaff is of higher quality. \n\nEnjoy the wings and the view!",
"Walking in, I was greeted by...nobody. Instead I got a look from a \"waitress\" sitting at the bar, as if she wanted to tell me that I was a moron to expect to be seated by someone. So I sat myself down and waited for her to come to my table to take my drink order. And I waited. And I waited. This girl was sitting at the bar, literally next to my table, and she would not so much as look at me let alone get me a drink. \nI asked her if someone could take my order. She gave me an,\"OK,\" and proceeded to take the long way to my table, dragging her feet and slumping over the entire way. This is just over five minutes of me sitting down. Great.\nI ordered a Coke and a Big Fish Sandwich and, much to my disbelief, received my drink in under a minute. Five minutes later, my sandwich was dropped off to me, and if I were looking the other way I wouldn't even have known it because this girl put it down on my table and just walked away. No \"here you go,\" or \"enjoy,\" or \"fuck off.\" Nothing. \nOk, so the fish sandwich was great. It was a great big piece of fish that had to be cut in half, and once I was able to get the attention of another waitress and ask for utensils, I was able to do so.\nThe fish sandwich was great. That's about the only thing that was good about my visit here, other than the fact that my stay here would soon be over.\nNear the end of my meal, a chipper voice snuck up on me. \"Anything else?\" I wanted to ask her who she thinks she is asking me something like that. Instead I gave her a \"nope,\" and she brought me the check and a comment card. Really?\nEventually, she cam back to pick up my check and money, asking if I needed change. Yeah, she did. So I left the comment card on the table, with my thoughts and my telephone number- Hooters Headquarters. Maybe she can call them up and get some advice.\n\nHOOTERS HEADQUARTERS, LISTEN TO ME. I'VE BEEN TO HOOTERS ALL OVER THE WORLD, LITERALLY. CLOSE THIS ONE! PLEASE!",
"When I think about a visit here the same word keeps running through my head again and again. The burger is satisfactory. The wings are satisfactory. The mostly domestic beers are satisfactory. The television placement is satisfactory. And finally the girls are satisfactory.\n\nIf you visit you'll have a satisfactory time.",
"Wow...is it really possible to get so MANY things wrong in the same order? Yes...and Hooter's can make it happen.\n\nSo, me and two buddies had a gift certificate to this Hooter's and finally made it there to use it. Driving over, we thought..some wings, some burgers..it's going to be half decent right? No way.\n\nFirst off...the service is awful. The Hooters' broads seem almost bothered to help. After taking a seat and looking at the menu, we order...20 wings, a side of fries, and 3 burgers. \"How would you like your burger cooked?\" asks our Hooter's girl... and she winds up with a medium rare, a medium and a medium well order. We also get perplexed over the wing order... \"battered or naked?\" Huh? \"Battered is better.\" \"OK, we'll take that\".\n\nThe pitcher of beer is ice cold...off to a nice start. And that's where things end. The food comes out. The wings have no sauce, I mean, no sauce on them. They are a giant pile of fried mess. The burgers appear ok, but that's it. I take a bite of my medium rare burger, and there isn't a speck of pink anywhere...my buddy with the medium burger..same thing. He says \"Why do they even bother asking that question if they cook them all the same?\" Worse yet, the burger tastes...well...like nothing. I mean nothing. Mine has cheddar cheese and grilled onion. I put on some ketchup and pepper. I still can't taste anything, except ketchup and pepper. For $8.00 I'm started to wonder why a 99 cent cheeseburger from McDs packs more beef (real or not) flavor than this mess. The bun was also completely tasteless and mass produced.\n\nThe wings...an even bigger debacle. So..I mentioned, no sauce. So I get up, track down our waitress (MIA for 5 minutes) and ask for sauce on the side. I think it was a cup of melted butter like stuff, with a drop of hot sauce mixed in. I put some on top of a wing, and take a bite. How gross can we get, seriously? A shooter of grease pops in my mouth, just like that gum with the liquid center. The batter is unseasoned and void of all flavor. It's mission is to hold the grease inside the wing.\n\nMan...did we walk out of here discouraged. No palate satisfied. We cursed the day that gift certificate came our way.\n\nHooters has accomplished one thing. You can not only go in and stare at plump, bodacious mounds of man made trickery, but you can also eat plump, bodacious mounds of man made trickery.\n\nStay away forever.",
"This is a standard Hooters! We walked in and were greeted with the obligatory, friendly \"sit wherever you'd like guys!\" which we did. \nGot our beers quickly, watched our wings be prepared, watched the Red Sox and Yankees games...\n\nAnd the bill? Like $21.00 - stupidly cheap for some reason. I don't know if it was Happy Hour or what but...pleasantly surprised!\n\nI found no trouble with the service, the food, the environment...sorry some others seemed to have such poor experiences!! :(",
"After an especially hot and steamy viewing of Showgirls and a quick flip through the spring Victoria's Secret catalogue, I was in the mood for more cheap thrills. My pulse racing like I just got out of spin class, I arrived at Hooters on a Saturday like so many others, ready to take in the view, devour some delicious wings, and try not to embarrass myself while being chatted up by a college girl in a white and orange Halloween costume.\n\nTo my delight, it was Wrestling Day, and all of the waitresses were dressed as professional wrestlers. Appropriate, as my hung over waitress would have been better cast as The Undertaker. As I would soon find out, the \"viewing\" beats the chewing.\n\nI ordered the all-you-can-eat boneless wings. As my dedicated readers know, I have a debilitating fear of birds, and believe touching their bones allows the bird's soul to torment me in the afterlife, so I generally stick to boneless wings. There I was, lounging sideways in my booth with my legs crossed, taking my first bite of a buffalo wing through my Mexican wrestler facemask with a manic look in my eyes, content with all in the world and expecting nothing but the best from the chefs at Hooters. What the sauce lacked for in quality it made up for in butter. However, the meat itself was like a dry piece of roadkill cartilage sprayed with the foam they use to seal cracks in your basement walls. And I know, having eaten my share of roadkill in my many trips to Nigeria to complete business deals with dying diamond mine heiresses.\n\nI asked for more wings after dumping the remaining 9 1/2 wings on my plate on the floor under my table, and elected to go with the teriyaki wings. While chatting me up during a particularly long refill of my diet Dr. Pepper, my waitress asked me about my cell phone cover and asked if she could show the other waitresses. I didn't understand all the fuss about my custom self-portrait on the phone cover, but I figured it was harmless to let them admire it. Upon checking my phone later in the day, I noticed someone called Puerto Rico 11 times!\n\nAfter a few minutes, my teriyaki wings came out. They had a corporate tang, a hint of mild depression - a charity-dinner appetizer made for 200 people in a sleezy Bangkok convention center. Needless to say, I dumped those as well, this time using my foot to discreetly push the growing graveyard of wasted chicken lives further under the table while coughing and waving at the hostess standing by the door to cover my movements.\n\nI decided to take my final order to go, and because they apparently don't allow that on the all-you-can-eat option, I was forced to stick all 5 parmesan garlic wings in the pocket of my slacks.\n\nI give 1 star for the wrestling promotion and the lovely Mexican wrestling mask (I plan to wear it often at home), and 1 additional star because I caught a 4 pound large-mouthed bass the next day when I used the parmesan garlic wings as bait. Delightfully \"Tackley\", Yet Unrefined indeed! I'll be sending them the dry-cleaning bill for my slacks. Be warned, vampire pick-pockets - the stench of garlic in my pockets is strong enough to kill.",
"I came in here on the Flyers-Pens game 4 night. Going in I knew it was gonna be busy and I was right. The service was good as I sat at the bar. However sitting at the bar i noticed 3 cooks. As the orders really started coming in I thought I would see another cook come out to help. I didn't see anyone else. The cooks did an admirable job trying to stay on top of it but I kept hearing the servers announce problems with their orders... Some big and some small. The only thing I would say is if you Ho on a big sporting night or something similar, have a little patience or go somewhere else."
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"Great sandwich. I have never been a fan of gluten free bread, but their bread is pretty darn good. Nice little sandwich shop.",
"I've been advised to start avoiding gluten, it's hard sometimes and I can't always do that. I recently discovered Kami and Rebecca at Got2b Gluten Free and I'm so stoked I did! From the second you walk in, you feel at home, their passion and dedication is obvious to anyone with a pulse. I could not decide on what sandwich I wanted to try, so I got both. Less than a hour latter, I had eaten both and planned my next visit! \n\nIf you are trying to avoid gluten or not and want some awesome grub, get over and meet Kami and Rebecca. Got2b Gluten Free will nourish your body and sprit! Trust me, I've been eating solid food most of my life and I have a soul!",
"I LOVE their muffins. I've been gluten intolerant for a decade and learned I was dairy intolerant too. Their muffins are some of the best I have EVER had and they are gluten and dairy free! I asked about the ingredients and love that some of them are even vegan and made without the use of really processed butter alternatives - instead just good old fashioned flax, apple sauce, and olive oil. They are amazing in flavor and texture and quality of ingredients. I've been going back regularly :)",
"This place is great! Love the central location and everybody is so friendly and knowledgeable. The rosemary bread is amazing! I will definitely return!",
"If your tongue has tastebuds on it, you have to get over here and try their chocolate chip cookies! Caution however, they are addicting!",
"The service was exceptionally friendly and prompt. My sandwich order was called in and was ready when projected. \nI ordered a roast beef panini. The sandwich was well-constructed and was really delicious. I was given a choice of three breads and picked the rosemary. The sandwich was super tasty and was nicely toasted. I would have liked a little more mustard or something to counter the slight dryness of the toasted bread (this is my only ding). There are also gf breads avail and loads of gf baked goods. The vegan brownie I had for dessert was a mouthful of deliciousness! This little bakery/cafe is a great addition to Tucson!",
"Everyone here is so nice! They had magazines with tantalizing gf recipes as reading material while I waited for my order. They gave me a sample of their challah bread when I wasn't sure if it would be a good hot dog bun substitute (it was perfect, BTW). They make paninis out of their bread, which my husband loved. My only piece of advice would be to bring your own condiments if you are not a mayonnaise person. I was surprised not to see pesto or even honey mustard as condiment options. MUST TRY: Apple caramel scone, warm. Wow!",
"Wonderful and affordable gluten free bakery! The owner and her team are very friendly. My favorites: any of the cookies and the apple cinnamon muffins with frosting. They also make delicious panini.",
"I can not say enough about this bistro! It is divine. I drive 70 miles round trip to get here and it is always worth it. The staff is very friendly and are always experimenting and making new and delicious pastries. Theire fresh baked bread is soft moist and does not crumble apart like most gf breads. They taste test all the groceries before they come in and I have never found anything I dislike. The prices are extremely reasonable as well. The atmosphere is upscale but, comfortable. If you are gf in southern Arizona run, don't walk, to Got 2B Gluten Free!",
"The best gluten free joint in town. Great service, even better food, and a wonderful atmosphere. Even provides Wi-Fi access.\n\nI just discovered this place while in town visiting relatives and came by every day I was here. The food was so good I wouldn't mind making the trek from salt lake to Tucson just for the breakfast sandwiches alone. \n\nIn so glad I found this and will be back for sure!"
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"Delicious. Yummy. Tasty. Warm and comforting. All things that describe this great breakfast joint. And I have the shirt to prove it =) I wear my rooster proudly.",
"Today was my second trip to Sunny Side Up. I wasn't feeling my best unfortunately (who knew you could get altitude sickness in Arizona??), but I was still able to partake in some yummies. Due to the upset stomach I had tried the french toast. I really wanted the biscuits and gravy again, but alas, trying to be good. My mom however had the breakfast quesadilla. It was huge. I can't believe she finished it.\nThe place was once again packed, but deliciously warm inside. Hopefully during my next trip I'll be well enough to enjoy food once again!",
"Awesome little breakfast place. Staff is super friendly. Food is very tasty. Very quick service. Always packed!",
"This is one of those great old-fashioned American breakfast / lunch places. Food is simple but excellent; service is fast, efficient and very friendly. HIGHLY recommended!",
"We had breakfast here for the first time. We had their special: peach-walnut waffles. Very good! This cafe is a old-fashioned American cafe. The food is simple, but good. The service is friendly, fast and helpful.",
"We view this place as a breakfast joint. Nothing fancy. Good hearty basic breakfasts. Friendly staff. Good prices. A big plus is that they serve breakfast all the time. That's a big plus for us. Breakfast is the best meal of the afternoon.",
"We've been going for breakfast here for years. It is very popular with the locals and for good reason. Good food, reasonable pricing, clean and the waitresses are just great. Most have been there for years and know their customers. Very homey feel. They have bike racks outside and we often ride our bikes there in warm weather because it opens early. One of our favorite places!",
"Breakfast was delicious. The pancakes, bacon, and omelettes were cooked just right. The restaurant was very busy on a Saturday morning, and although we had a short wait for a table, it took awhile for our food to arrive.",
"The vegetable scramble is my favorite! I get that just about every time I'm there. Also great is the Catalina special. The menu is awesome; there's something for even the pickiest of eaters (me!)! Everyone who works there is so friendly and treats you like family. The restaurant has a small town feel, with so many great homey touches. It's a breakfast-lovers heaven!",
"The staff is really friendly and the food is really good. The service is fast. The parking lot is large enough and they even have motorcycle parking as well. They have very limited outside seating. This s a great place to eat, visit with friends and have a great meal."
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"Right in the K-Mart shopping center. This place serves average Chinese cuisine. They tried doing dim sum on the weekends, and all I remember was that it gave me a stomach ache and was not worth the price.",
"This place is nasty and overpriced. Don't go here. The food here is like undercooked mush. There is a Vietnamese place in the same plaza and there's a Cajun Kitchen too. Go there instead!\n\nIf you do go to Ming Dynasty, you'll see it's empty and for good reason. I went here once and I'll never make the same mistake twice. Goleta has a lot of good food, but this is not one of them.",
"Chinese restaurants are just not one of the Santa Barbara area's strong points. There's not enough Chinese in the community to drum up decent interest. \n\nSB has some trendy sushi joints, lots of mexican food, and some pretty good Italian. There are a couple thai and indian places.",
"no body likes this place...and the funny thing was that this place was the only recommended chinese restaurant in santa barbara when i moved down! \n\nthe lunch buffet is intresting, they have dim sum and all the other typical chinese buffet stuff, but they also have a stir fry noodle area! i liked this, you choose the ingredients and toppings and the amount of noodles and they fry it up and add wahtever sauce you want. \n\ni still think its worth trying",
"Everyone that I have spoke to don't have many nice things to say about Ming Dynasty. I can understand why, since most people that go there order the wrong things. They don't show you the full menu on the English menu. You have to ask for the Chinese version (this is where the good stuff is), but unfortunately there is no English translation. So obviously most people wont know how to read it. \n\nHowever, if you can read Chinese and are experienced with Chinese cuisine. Order food that pertains to Taiwanese dishes, these seem to be the specialty of a chef. I noticed before that certain dishes were either hit or miss depending on the day I went (sometimes so bad I would get a stomach ache). \n\nI got fed up and wanted to know why. So, on one particular day when everything tasted amazing. I asked who the chef was, and I found out from the waitress that it was a chef named Frank. He typically prepares the fish dishes the best. So next time you go there, try to request him. He prepares incredible fish and tofu just like the dishes I experienced in Taiwan! \n\nI must note that this only pertains to the menu. I've never tried the Mongolian BBQ.",
"I went there with a bunch of friends, the staff was nice to me but they treated the rest of my friends very badly. I went for the Mongolian barbecue buffet, it was ok but the treatment my group received there deserves less then one star. Also their duck is pretty bad.",
"I really do not know why I keep coming back every time I visit Santa Barbara but some things are really good. On lucky days they would have the chicken wings which is great but the best is fried rices that you can ask them to make on the Mongolian bbq grill. Just get some steam rice in a bowl and add watever you need for some good fried rice. Oh and the Chinese donuts with ice cream is to die for. But everything else sucks",
"If a Mongolian joint has a few kinds of frozen meat, a variety of marginally fresh vegetables, and oils with such cryptic names as \"Mongolian Sauce,\" I'm on board. Jalepenos and cilantro were strictly a bonus. Top it off with an affordable price ($8.95 all-you-can-eat lunch), some 80s-era mod-Asian decor, and a friendly old wok man, and what's not to like? Yeah, the Chinese buffet items managed to look both dry and greasy, but there were no shortage of takers during the jam-packed Friday afternoon lunch rush. Mongolian is where it's at anyway.",
"four stars before, dropping to three stars. prices have gone up, but the online menu reflects very out of date prices. the quality of the food has become unreliable. when it's good, it's sure good... but when it's not good it's just kind of sad. more often than not, my boyfriends kung pao soy chicken comes without it's peanuts. aren't peanuts the essence of kung pao? i don't know. maybe this place lots some of it's glamor when i cut gluten and most soy from my diet. they get to keep three stars for the sheer fact that getting chinese food delivered in isla vista is a total score, and they'll make me vegetable chow fun, even though it's not on the menu.",
"Here's the deal: if you're in the mood for Chinese food and want a good meal without that gross feeling afterwards, this is the place. Its not going to blow your socks off, its just straight up good. Ming used to be kinda dumpy but about 2 years ago they totally remodeled and the food got a lot better. Nothing atypical on the menu for a chinese restaurant and the food is not as greasy as Chinese food can tend to be. They will do any meat dishe with a tofu substitute that actually turns out pretty good (and I say that as a meat eater). My favorite is the Mu Shu pork and the Orange Chicken with Tofu. Their delivery is also lightning fast. No PF Changs, just good Sunday night Chinese food."
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"The Aristocrat was a regular haunt for me and my crowd back in high school, since it was one of the few places with live music that we were allowed into on a Friday night. As far as I know, locally famous Celtic band Hog Eye Navvy still plays this venue on Saturdays. \n\nPerhaps because there's both a large bar and a large restaurant section, the Aristocrat seems to stretch on forever. If weather permits, the best place to sit is certainly the patio. The food here is good, but the portions are enormous and the prices are a bit high. The last time I came here, I think I payed upwards of $10 for a monstrous omlette with an involuntary side of fried potatoes. It was good, but I prefer to pay less for less food, seeing as I don't have an enormous appetite. \n\nIf for nothing else, though, come here to see Hogeye--it gets rowdy, and you're guaranteed to have a good time!",
"Aristocrat used to be my husband's \"first date\" spot...he took many a girl here for the fabulous Portobella mushroom appetizer and I admit, it worked for me! :) For lovers of NON-chains, this is a great choice...privately owned, offering unique American food selections in a great price range.\n\nThey offer a wide array of sandwiches and entrees that are well priced. I really enjoy the chicken pasta choice with goat cheese. AMAZING!! For sandwiches, I am a big lover of fried tenderloin sandwiches and theirs with the fries is one of the best I've had in Indy. I highly recommend it for lunch...yum!\n\nThe atmosphere is also warm and welcoming in an old building in Broadripple. The wooden tables and chairs make for an old English feel that is hard not to love. They have televisions with whatever sporting event is on and in general, is a fun, light hearted restaurant.\n\nThis is great for first dates (ask my hubby), group birthday dinners, families, affordable night out before grabbing drinks in Broadripple, and any other event. \n\nCheck it out for something new and different.",
"The Aristocrat is not as high-falutin' as the name insinuates. In fact, it is one of my favorite places for the post-Saturday night, Sunday brunch.\n\nThey have 3 or 4 varieties of Bloody Mary's that I can never get straight. One has shrimp in it. One has more veggies. Get it extra spicy! The waitress should be able to tell you which one you want. They also have mimosas with cranberry or orange juice and they all come with a pretty little tasty strawberry. Coffee does wonders, as well, and it comes with the little ultra-mini-pitcher of cream (what IS that thing called?).\n\nAnyway, onto the food. There's the regular egg's benedict and the crab-cake benedict each comes with a side of cheesy potatoes and fruit salad (don't hold back, get the crab-cake). There are also some frittatas and huevos rancheros. I'm partial to the granola, fruit & yogurt combo in the giant bowl, too. It makes you feel good about yourself.\n\nSo, next time you're moaning around on Sunday morning in Broad Ripple, pull yourself together and get to the 'Crat. The rest of your day will thank you.",
"A nice unassuming comfortable restaurant bar. I had dinner with a couple of friends last weekend while I was in town. The fish and chips were eh, it wasn't terrible but doable. I'm going to have to try these Bloody Marys the next time I visit. I would imagine this to be a good neighborhood place to be a regular at and get a few drinks with friends.",
"excellent service accommodating our 12-top (with 3 kids!)...\nour order was taken quickly and efficiently and our food came out super fast especially given our huge table/order! \nthe vast menu offers mexican dishes, burgers (vegi, tuna), sandwiches (including \"real\" crab cake), tenderloin, and pasta. the majority of our table got burgers which everyone enjoyed. there are numerous sides from which to choose. also, there is a \"munchkin\" menu for kids that has fun names for their dishes and many healthy choices. i enjoyed my spinach and cherry/walnut salad (wish it had more vegis but that's an issue i face everywhere as a vegetarian. i was grateful for something more than iceberg and shaved carrots!). perfect spot for a big group- they split our check without our asking!",
"\"The Aristocrats!\" *snap* (Sorry, I was trying to channel Bob Saget.)\n\nThe family and I have frequented the Aristocrat several times over the past 5 or 6 years. Initially, the place was a favorite with lots of good food. Over time, the quality of the food and service decreased. Finally, last weekend after not setting foot in the place for a year we went in for brunch and were pleasantly surprised with the prompt service, excellent food, and good value. For something that would have costed $40 per person at Keystone Grill (when they were around and did brunch) it was under $40 total.",
"It's got outdoor seating in the summer which is nice. It's fairly draft free and cozy in the winter which is nice. Plus, I believe The Aristocrat has the best BLT in the city - perhaps the entire Midwest? Its straightforward - bacon (lots of it), lettuce crisp, tomato's evenly proportioned and just the right mix of butter and mayo. Simple...the perfect combination of flavors and texture...incredible. (for the California in you, you can get it with Avocado mmmmm).\n\nI was watching that food network show about \"The Best Thing I Ever Ate\" and one of the guys was going on about BLTs. I can understand that. When I was about 6 years old I experienced my first BLT. My parents were having a party and I was long since in bed and asleep. Sometime very late, my mom came into my room and woke me up. She was naturally a little tipsy and wildly excited about a BLT she had just made. She woke me up and explained that this sandwich was so good, that she had to share it with me. Isn't it funny how the little tiniest of things have such significant impact on our memories...on us.",
"My only experience is they closed early even after I called to confirm they would be open. They were still around and apologized but didn't offer anything (i.e., next time around). Their prerogative but not good for goodwill!",
"This place has been around for a long time! I had dinner there tonight, for the second time in recent time.\n\nThe service was good. The waiter kept my glass of lemonade full (I was a very thirsty guy) and brought our food out fast.\n\nI had the french onion soup as a starter which was good and pretty much standard fare.\n\nFor my main, I ate the bangers and mash. It tasted exactly as I remember it tasting when visiting England. I didn't expect to be blown away, but it was really good and stuck to what I remember about the UK.",
"Service at the Aristocrat is always good. They are on top of refills and getting your food to you fast. The Reuben is the way to go. I don't know how they do it but it is sooo good. I don't recommend the Gorgonzola pasta. Where was the Gorgonzola and why were there peppers and onions in it? Just didn't hit me or the people I was dining with right."
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