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"Thai Food! Perfect amount of spices and too finish off dinner, mochi bars. So freaking good. Eat Drink Gossip! Go visit Perapol and get some good eats. 5/5",
"Wow!! That was a delicious meal! Super nice guys working there, plus a great parking situation for midtown. Everyone needs to go check this place out! Easy 5 stars!!",
"New Thai restaurant located at the northside of Midtown in the same area as Greatful Gardens Midtown and Batch Bakery. There is plenty of parking nearby. Upon entering the restaurant I was welcomed by the person behind the counter. The restaurant has an urban feel with an amazing black and white mural on the wall. They just recently opened so the menu is very limited, with only 3 main entree plates to choose from (a chicken dish, pork dish and option to sub the protein for tofu for a vegan option), along with Mochi bars and drinks. I ordered 2 of the khao moo dang plates which is rice topped with 5 spice pork, with boiled egg and cucumbers topped with a sweet charsui sauce and a side of dark soy based savory sauce. The khao moo dang was delicious, the pork was tender and the sauces that it was served with gave it a great sweet, savory, umami flavor with a little spicy finish. The Mochi bars were buttery, and although tasty, was a little over baked for my taste. The service was quick and staff was super friendly, even packed my food up in a reusable rice box kitchen bag and gave me an extra Mochi bar. I look forward to coming back once they expand their menu with additional dishes that they have listed on their website. Thumbs up to Rice Box Kitchen.",
"Ordered the khao moo dang, khao Mun gai, and the pork tapioca dumpling and everything was sooo good!!! Service was amazing and the owner, Perapol is even more amazing!!! Can't wait to come back! Added to my fave local restaurant!!",
"Stopped by this great spot for a quick lunch with my daughter. Right off the bat, I was struck by the positive energy of the place. The chef-owner and his partner gave us a warm greeting and offered us some samples of the pork dumplings, mochi, and a couple types of tea. As if we weren't excited to eat there before the samples! We ended up getting the pork dumplings, khao mun gai, pork buns, and a hibiscus tea. The chicken in the khao mun gai was perfectly cooked and laid on a bed of BLUE coconut rice. (They color it with flower blossoms!) It was insanely delicious. The rice was perfectly seasoned and the sauce it came it was the perfect blend of salty and sweet with a bit of spice. (They also gave us the sauce that usually comes with the pork dish to try-also delicious!) the pork buns were soft and had a lot of filling. I really liked that the filling wasn't overly oily. :) The pork dumplings were perfectly cooked and chock full of tasty filling. Overall, it was a great lunch and I can't wait to go back and try more dishes. \n\nBTW-the place was spotlessly clean and following all covid protocols...just so you know ;)",
"Loved this place. food was authentic, the location was cute and easy to find, and the owners are so friendly! My boyfriend chatted with them while we waited for our food, and not only were they funny but they gave our daughter some snacks while she was waiting! will for sure be coming back",
"This restaurant opened just three weeks ago. I was in a mood for new Asian food, and I was a bit tired to cook after my vaccination (not complaining). So glad I tried Rice Box Kitchen. Fresh, simple, flavorful. The green rice in the chicken plate was excellent. The dumplings were delicious. He even gave us a sample of Piña Colada mochi, which was surprisingly tasty (I say surprisingly because it didn't even look like mochi at first!). The order even came in a reusable bag. It was a perfect meal to celebrate our vaccination day! Support local business! We will be back, often.",
"Fantastic food, fantastic service, but honestly even if they treated me like dirt I'd keep coming back for the food alone. It's that good. Everything here is! The khao moo dang has the perfect slightly sweet soy sauce that goes all over the flavored rice. The curry broth in the khao soi is amazingly rich, complex, with a good amount of spice. The tapioca dumplings remind me of the streets of Thailand. Love this place, hope it sticks around forever and ever!",
"Friendliest staff and food is scrumptious! Had the chicken rice. The sauce was mouth watering! I also had their matcha mochi bar and it was delish. The only thing is I was hoping for a little more meat for the price of the dish. Will be coming back for sure though!",
"Kao Man Kai and Kao Ka Moo are both good. Staff are very friendly. They gave us to try to green tea mochi that doesn't looks like mochi but taste great!! We'll definitely come back."
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"The soup is great. The food is is great. The roasted peppers that come with your dinner bread are extremely great. I recommend it to anyone.",
"Garlic bread and peppers in gravy, excellent. Clams over linguini white excellent. Clams and mussels red over linguini good, gravy too thin and watery. Chicken parm ok, chicken could have been more tender.",
"Excellent service, they offer to carry my food out to my car for me when I do take out. And are very courteous. They also accommodate special requests.",
"I can not speak for all their foods, but their Pizza is good. Not the best within delivery range but it is good to have a back-up, no?",
"This was my second visit to Casa's and both experiences were fine. This time was take out as we were at the hospital close by and had to return quickly. The food was decent, not the best Italian I have ever had considering I enjoy Italian thoroughly, but for the price and quality/quantity I would return.\n\nWe ordered the lasagna and it came with a small salad and garlic bread. The lasagna was fresh and had a great mix of meat/cheese. The sauce was a little thin for I, but did have a great taste. Again, just my preference. The dinner salad was also fresh and came with homemade dressing which was also great. The garlic bread is just a standard Amarosos type soft roll, nothing to get excited about, but the garlic seemed fresh and it was seasoned well. Wouldnt mind paying more for my meal for bread like Sarcones or Licios seeded. Actually, it would probably attract more clients with better rolls as there is no one in the area I know that uses those rolls and would be a nice niche for Casa's.\n\nThe rest of the meal consisted of an order of meatballs, an order of sausage, and an order of broccoli rabe. Two meatballs were $4.00 and they were very large. Very well priced and a really decent meatball. The sausage was ok, nothing to get excited about. Not a Bottos sausage, but would order again if I was in the mood for sausage. The broccoli rabe was great. This is a hard item to cook as it can be bitter and some people over cook it. They know how to cook broccoli rabe. It was fresh, had great seasoning that included garlic, and was cooked properly. \n\nService has also been great here. From the waitresses to the cooks behind the counter, not a complaint and very easy going when you want something special. Unfortunately, their website has been under construction for a while and there is no online menu, but don't let that deter you. \n\nOverall, Casa's is a must try. Again, for the price/qty/quality, its a solid 4 stars. Service is great, but wouldnt go there for exquisite atmosphere. Nice, quite old world Italian though. The owner greeted us and was very friendly which goes a long way. Also remember this joint is a BYOB, and for me that is fine as I prefer not to be overcharged for under poured cocktails.",
"Wonderful small 100% family owned and run. Paid attention to all our needs ..very personal.Excellent \"Seafood Trio\" new year's eve special was exquisite. .scallops.large shrimp.and crab meat..blush sauce over Penne. How can you top this place if you love Italian.. plus BYOB! I love veal and the Saltimbocca was mouth watering delicious. .check my picture out. 5 star plus in every aspect.. the Tiramisu was perfect and delivered with a candle for my wife's birthday :-)",
"We will not be back.\n\nWhen my husband, my 16 year old son and I arrived to this establishment on a cold January night, we were seated right away and there was another couple finishing up their meal. The waitress was completely and totally disinterested in providing is good service after our initial seating. However, she was completely engrossed in conversation with the couple finishing up. We ordered a chicken parm entree, an eggplant parm entree and a chicken parm sandwich. Nothing crazy. You would think that the waitress would be somewhat attentive ,having only two tables. However, she was oddly engrossed in conversation with the other table to the point that it was really starting to become almost like the twilight zone. Were we invisible? Did we disappear? After about 25 minutes of waiting around, I loudly asked my husband \"What time is it?\" This broke conversation enough for the waitress to bring us our salads. Again, the consuming, engrossing conversation between the waitress and other couple ensued. We finished our salads, then we waited..... waited...... waited..... and listened in on the conversation.....\"My brother goes to Timber Creek, yada, yada, 20 minutes goes by again. I'm sure our entrees are ready and cooling off as we sit. My husband went to use the mens room, at that time another couple came in to dine. That broke up the conversation. I asked the waitress if our entrees were ready yet and then she finally brought them. Stone Cold. At this point I just wanted to get out of there. The low quality red sauce and gummy eggplant wasnt holding my attention any longer. Never again. Never never never.",
"I've been here twice in the past month and both times the food and service were excellent. I love the fact that it's a byob. My only complaint would be that on both occasions that I was there, the hostess initially sat us right next to another couple..on the last occasion that table and our table were the only two occupied in the entire restaurant! Not sure what that was about...but we were gladly placed at another table when we requested it. Will be back again. Good food and reasonable prices.",
"Ordered three dinners from here for pickup tonight around 630/700. This used to be our go-to for hearty pasta dinners that wasn't just some run of the mill generic Italian sandwich shop (which we have a glut of in this area). This was the last night we'll order, however. It wasn't so much the mediocre food but the atrocious service we received afterwards. \n\nI was sitting next to the person who placed the order - 1 meatball sadwich/extra sauce, Gnocchi Blush Sauce, and Penne blush sauce/side of sausage. Pretty stock order. My dad brings it home and - there's a sausage sandwich instead of meatball. The gnocchi platter didn't have much food at all, but I just assumed they'd decided to cut back portions. The flavor was bland. Mom thought her penne was passable. Garlic bread received had raw garlic on it, which is weird.\n\nI called D'Amicos pretty soon after we discovered the error to let them know that they sent us someone else's sandwich and to see if they would send us out a new one. The gentleman on the other end argued with me, telling me that the lady he spoke with definitely ordered it. I advised him no, that was not the case, as I heard her order it. I asked for another to be delivered and he initially asks if I'd be comfortable with a 20-30m wait. I agree. He says he'll have it done in 5 if I just come get it. No - I won't. He argues with me again, this time telling me it will be a 45 min wait for delivery. I still agree and we confirm my address. \n\nIt's now 1105pm and we're still waiting for the sandwich. I'm remaining hopeful we'll get it in time for New Year's. \n\nHere's the thing. Even if you're 100% convinced that you and your perfect ears heard something that did not in fact happen - you are a business dependent on customers. I don't care what bad day you had, if you feel bloated or if you burnt the ravioli. I paid for food that didn't come out right AND I even came to get it from you. Just drop off another sandwich and keep the repeat business. Damn.\n\nEdit: my dad spoke with the owner a few days later and fulfilled his promise of bringing the sandwich back. They had a wonderful chat and resolved the issue. My dad says he's pleased with how the conversation went and feels good about the interaction.",
"This place is great!! What a gem! How could I have gone so long without going here! Came here for dinner on a Saturday, and they were fairly empty. We were seated right away and I ordered the lamb rack special, and my mom got the tortellini in a cream sauce. \n\nAs we were waiting, the owner/chef came out to talk to us for a bit. What a great guy! We chatted for quite awhile, and kept checking in once we got our food to make sure everything was to our liking.\n\nThe lamb was perfect! So tender and a great flavor! My mom's pasta was also spectacular, The cream sauce was done very well!\n\nTo end the night, the owner gave us free cannolis! Perfect ending to a great meal! Highly recommend, and will be coming back!"
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"I'm so excited this store opened in Belle Meade! They are home to various CBD products ranging from eye creams, mints, dog treats, patches, coffee & chocolates, tea, face masks, bath bombs, essential oils, foundations, gummies and the list goes on! They even have their own line of CBD tinctures with 3 flavors!",
"New Coffee and CBD shop on the west side. Amazing selection of luxury CBD brands! All CBD products manufactured in the USA from hemp grown in the USA.",
"Came here to buy an \"I Believe in Nashville\" shirt after the 3/3/20 tornado and decided to get some coffee here as well. Super small hole-in-the-wall place but great coffee and snacks available. We tried their blueberry corn muffin as well, and it was a great option for a quick afternoon snack. Can't wait to come back sometime!",
"Iced vanilla latte was good. I can't knock it, but not worth the outstanding price! $6 for an iced latte (+$2 for CBD drops added to coffee) is just out of control. As a coffee enthusiast, I've tried many places and I just can't understand how this place can justify a $6-$8 latte. Not worth going out of your way.",
"Great place for your coffee and CBD. They have grab and go lunches also. Free wifi and a patio. Bring your laptop and get some work done.",
"If you're looking for high quality products, service, and ambiance, Anzie Blue is the place. With it's Grecian blue and white color scheme, the entire place has a serene cloud over it.\n\nDuring the isolation period, we have wanted to support local businesses. Anzie Blue made doing that super simple. We were able to place an order online for some of our favorite cocktail mixes (from Withco) and delivery was free! \n\nOne of my favorite things about this cute little store is the variety of products.They offer CBD products for purchase, iced and hot drinks with CBD, and pastries. I know there are a more and more CBD options available right now, but Anzie Blue's product is pristine quality. It's so good and though I can't right now, I can't wait to stop in for a latte at a later date. \n\nThe store is even offering mimosa and Bloody Mary mixes and charcuterie boards/pastries for weekend picnics. The no contact delivery has been quick and it's such an effective tool to ensure we flatten the curve. \n\nHappy we have such great local businesses who are making every effort to keep Nashville safe!",
"Anzie Blue is my new favorite coffee shop in Nashville! When you walk up to Anzie Blue you feel like you are in a little European alley with bistro tables and great atmosphere. Then you enter and wow! The interior is stunning with lots of blue and white. They also showcase Kayce Hughes artwork. \nBesides having atmosphere and decor down path, they also have an awesome menu and offerings! You can get fancy coffees, yummy sandwiches, amazing cheese boards, cocktails and CBD. Their blueberry CBD has been a blessing during covid and trying to homeschool my kids . I highly recommend a stop by for a leisurely coffee or cocktail break!",
"If I could come back to anzie blue every day, I would! The iced chai was delicious & so was the matcha late... we even went & ordered a second! This coffee shop tucked away in Nashville has a very light and uplifting interior with a nice outdoor patio space. It's perfect for those who enjoy the indoors and those who prefer to enjoy the balmy summer air. The breakfast sandwich (on the bagel) was tasty too! Oh!! & If you want to take some cute photos, go inside and strike your favorite pose in front of the photo wall. I hope you enjoy ab as much as I do!",
"My experience here was terrible. It took forever to get my coffee, I had to ask for water twice, and my açaí bowl was more like a açaí soup. All of the employees and the owners had on masks but were wearing them below their noses. My food got delivered by an employee who had her mask below her chin. Even the owner kept taking her mask off. I wanted to love this place but sadly I was disappointed and quite frankly scared at the lack of PPE use.",
"i've been wanting to come here since i moved here. today i finally got the chance. this is an adorable hidden gem!! the coffee and staff is amazing. the atmosphere is perfect. definitely will be back and encourage everyone to check it out!! one of my top choices for a coffee shop. i'll be trying the food next visit."
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"Ordered a small boba and the lid wasn't properly secured so I spilled it all over myself. Also the powder wasn't mixed very well :/",
"Wasnt sure what to expect, but I am pretty happy to have stopped by. Cant wait to try each interesting item on the menu",
"This is the place for fresh French bread, Vietnamese and Thai food, and boba tea. I can't recommend this place highly enough. Seriously. Try this place! Amazing food, drinks, and deserts. Bread freshly made every day. And one of the few places in Nashville to get kolaches!! Go there!",
"This place is super clean and has excellent quality teas, sandwiches, spring rolls, broken rice and noodle soups. If you enjoy Vietnamese food this place is one of the best.",
"If your looking for authentic banh mi, look no further. Everything, including the bread, is done in house. Had a side order of egg rolls that are the best I've had in Nashville. People are so nice and the food even better. Will be bad many times in the future.",
"This place is absolutely amazing! It's a new hidden gem on nolsenville! Authentic Vietnamese street food is homemade by the owner and her husband. They also sell pastries, milk tea, fruit tea, smoothies, and coffee. There's no other place like this in Nashville!",
"This is the real deal folks. The banh mi is just as amazing as Lee's - a banh mi chain in the Little Saigon area of Southern California, and the standard to which I hold all banh mi. They also feature many traditional \"comfort\" Vietnamese dishes that you won't find at your typical Vietnamese restaurant. Quality is excellent, flavor is excellent. Boba tea is also delicious, well priced and good quality. You just can't go wrong here. Excited to try everything on the menu.",
"Super friendly. A little slow, so don't come here if you're in a rush. Sells banh mi, eggrolls, boba, and a few other rice/noodle entrees, egg tarts. They also seem to sell ingredients to make your own boba tea at home! Second time here and will continue to return. Some seating available indoors. Banh Mi and boba are both buy 5 get 1 free :)",
"Tried baker boss for the first time and I really like their food. Highly recommend their Banh mi! They are super friendly I will definitely be back :)",
"Sooo excited to find a Vietnamese place in south Nashville! It's about time! I bought the beef/special Banh mi, cream puffs, and Thai tea w/boba. The sandwich was so fresh. I love that they didn't skimp on the pate, the bread was soft, and it was all just all around tasty. The cream puffs were huuuge and tasted just like how my mom used to make them. The boba was soft and chewy and the Thai tea has a good flavor and wasn't too sweet. They had a bunch of other desserts by the counter that aren't listed in their menu, so I'll have to try some of those next time. I did notice that the pricing on the menu was high for some of the appetizers and pastries but realized it's because it's the total price for a set of 3 -4 of the items. You can buy them individually though. I'll definitely be back!"
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"With their 4th location, Victory Brewing has knocked it out of the park yet again! \nGreat location, incredible space, excellent staff, wonderful food, and of course, amazing brews! \n\nIt's about time they made it in to center city.\n\nDefinitely check this place out!",
"Was so excited to check out the taproom early! Visited on Friday night and I know this location is going to do amazing. The building alone is gorgeous and offers patio seating, indoor and also a rooftop with taps! Be sure to pick up some merch and cans on the way out. \n\nI stuck to my favorite which is Sour Monkey (can't go wrong with 9% alcohol) and I also tried the Ichabod Crane. It was a little too sweet for me, but good nonetheless. The menu has a lot of options for drinks and of course you can always just try a flight! They also serve wine and other sister brands. \n\nFor food we ended up getting some apps. The Pretzel was perfect \"bar food\". Brisket Meatballs came as three and needed a little more spice in my opinion. The flash fried cauliflower was exactly as it sounds and had a nice crunch! I really wanted to try the monkey bread for dessert, but they were all out. We ended up with the cannolis and they were really tasty! Food menu has options for anyone's diet. \n\nLastly, I need to mention our server! Faith was awesome and a total gem. She checked up on us and was very enthusiastic about working there! All in all, I could spend a good couple hours here and will definitely be back! Be sure to check it out!!",
"Welcome to Victory TaproomToday is their opening day!! This two story taproom is in one of the best locations in the city! Beautiful rooftop and patio views. There a bar or two on each floor. The menu has many amazing selections to choose from, The chef definitely put his heart into it. Many of the sauces have the beer in it!! The beer of course is amazing! The staff is helpful and nice. This will definitely become a Philly jawn! Follow me @sebbybelly",
"Came for their grand opening. Beautiful spot with dope artwork. Sat at the bar and had the steak and fries with a salad and it was cooked perfectly. The fries were outstanding, crispy on the outside but like a baked potato consistency on the inside. My bartenders, Kelly and Brittany, were great and friendly. They pushed me to try their house brewed flight that samples the five brews that they only serve on location. The \"Strong Lager\" was the best I have ever had. Also was served my favorite - \"Brotherly Love\" Hazy IPA - and it was good as ever with a perfect pour. What can I say, chilled with a good friend and time flew enjoying great craft beer. Stoked to have them on Ben Franklin PKWY.",
"They were still figuring out all the intricacies... But we're fully up and operational... With literally zero hiccups! Two days in... Faith was our server - amazing food and amazing service!! Will go back ASAP!!",
"A few coworkers alerted me of the Victory Brewing taproom opening in Philadelphia, and luckily, they had snagged reservations for us before their official opening! We stopped by on a Friday night around 5:30 and were seated on their rooftop. The first thing that struck me about the taproom was the space - the place is massive!! There is so much indoor and outdoor seating, spanning 2 floors + the rooftop. This place will be packed in prime time! I just hope they have some heaters to bring out to the roof to keep it a viable space during the winter months. Our server was excellent; he made the experience even better. He was super welcoming and willing to share his beer and food recs. We had a good time just chatting and joking with him! He didn't rush us at all during our time at Victory, which was nice - we were able to take our time eating, drinking, and chatting, which isn't all the common in COVID times!\n\nOf course, the drinks...Victory is clearly known for their beers, so to take advantage of their offerings, I went for a flight. I got to select 5 beers from not only the Victory beer list, but also their sister company offerings. I'm not a huge IPA fan, so I mostly steered away from them, but I did include one in my flight since I felt like IPAs are Victory's focus. I tried out the Cloud Walker, which was a mild IPA and had a nice citrus feel. I do enjoy sours, so I got both the Tart and the Sour Monkey, which were very nice! The Tart Monkey is the \"lite\" version of the Sour and a little bit more easy drinking; the Sour was quite hefty and definitely hit a bit harder! For my last of the Victory beers, I went for a stout, the Storm King, which was smooth but a little heavy. I probably should have saved this for my last beer that I drank! Unfortunately, my favorite beer of the night wasn't a Victory brew, but Southern Tier. The Pumpking was so seasonal and tasted like pumpkin pie in a glass. Perfect for fall! The flight was just enough for me, and allowed me to try a variety, which I appreciate. Would recommend a flight to any indecisive person visiting! \n\nFor food, we were shocked to learn that all the food was on the house for the soft opening - a huge surprise! We started off with the pretzel with the pils cheese, brisket meatballs, and butternut squash cheese dip. The cheese dip was by far the standout - a subtle yet excellent squash flavor and overall so creamy! The pretzel was a close second, as the beer-forward cheese made the difference. For my main, I went for the cheesesteak; I was convinced when our server, from South Philly, said it was one of his favorite! It didn't disappoint - it was chockfull of meet and nicely seasoned with onions and the right amount of cheese, all encased in a substantial roll. I wound up only eating half of it after I filled up on apps! I got my choice of side, and I opted for the salad to make myself feel better, haha - pretty basic, but a nice compliment to the sandwich. My friends got a variety of entrees, but we all enjoyed our respective dishes! \n\nOverall, Victory Brewing is a great addition to the Philadelphia beer and happy hour scene! We had a great time as a post-work happy hour; from the drinks to the food to the space, it was a really enjoyable experience. Plus the deals for the soft opening were incredible - thanks so much, Victory! I really look forward to visiting again with friends - this will be a great place to bring out-of-towners! Hope to see you soon, Victory!",
"Visited Victory a few days after their grand opening. This place is unreal! Hard to believe it used to be a questionable TGI Fridays. The space is open and welcoming. The bar is huge. And the food and drinks are amazing. Also, the service was outstanding besides only being open a few days (shoutout to Pamela!). We live just around the corner and will be back again and again. Welcome to the neighborhood!",
"Came to victory for their opening weekend. Excellent location, and awesome vibe!\nWe sat at the upstairs bar, and customer service was impeccable. Our food was taking a while, and the staff went above and beyond to make it right when we didn't get our food in a timely manner. \nWe ordered the soft pretzel (amazing), butternut squash cheese dip (fantastic, and PLENTY if ordering for a group) and a fried chicken sandwich that was to die for. \nTVs had college football on all day, and playlist throughout the space was great too. This is going to be a Philly staple for years to come - definitely check it out!",
"SHOUTOUT FAITH BEST SERVER. GO BIRDS BABY! Also I don't really like beer but the golden monkey was really good",
"A large group of friends and I attended the opening night event. We were very pleasantly surprised to see how much space there was available. We ended up sitting upstairs and managed to find room for about 20 people. The staff members were all incredibly friendly and accommodating. The beer selection was great as expected. The burger was honestly one of the best I've had in a while. I will definitely be coming back."
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"Restaurant located right on clearwater beach with a GORGEOUS view of the ocean. Eclectic beachy decor. Great place to get drinks and food - location is frequented regularly by Hulk Hogan + family (they own a home near by). Bar area in front, dining towards the beach. Weekends usually have a live band playing. \nOf all the Frenchy's locations - this is the most beautiful.\nMenu items I recommend:\nAppetizers: She-Crab Soup (mmmmmmm) $4-5, Crab Artichoke dip $8\nSalads: Unique variety with a lot of seafood options, fruit salad served w/ side of sorbet.\nSandwiches/Burgers: Variety of sizes that the grouper sandwich comes in and different versions - I prefer them to fry mine up, but lots of pple like it cajun. Mahi mahi is pretty good, but i prefer the grouper. I've never bothered to try the non-seafood dishes so can't help u out there. ($7-11)\nEntrees: Seafood and Landlover options but my fav choice are the FISH TACOS!!!!!!!! get them - so good!!!!! $9-15",
"I totally agree with Stephanie!! To me this is the place to be on Clearwater Beach for a fun casual atmosphere with a beautiful view. Whether you have had a long day at the beach or you are just hungry late at night and want to go for a walk on the beach, this is the place. I love coming here with my friends.\n\nI absolutely love the She-Crab soup and Grouper Sandwich are always delish. And don't forget to get a nice drink to wash all that food down :-)",
"After a very long day of nearly missing my flight to Tampa, fighting traffic to get to a work event a half hour late, and stubbing my toe so hard it started bleeding profusely, I finally got a chance to go out and get a decent meal. The locals recommended Frenchy's at Clearwater Beach, and after confirming on Yelp that it didn't suck, I made the long drive out here. I was told that Clearwater Beach was \"just over the bridge\" from where I was staying. What the locals failed to mention was that driving over \"the bridge\" takes a solid 30 minutes or so. Oh well.\n\nBased on other Yelpers' recommendations, I got the she-crab soup as a starter, and it was awesome. The soup was creamy and extremely flavorful, and it had lots of chunks of crab floating in it. Yum.\n\nMy coworker got fish tacos and I got the super grouper because I was starving and it sounded like the biggest item on the menu. When our food came out, I was somewhat unimpressed with the size of this not-so-super sandwich, but it was still big enough to satisfy me. Big enough to satisfy me? Maybe I should reword that before someone takes it out of context. Meh, whatever. Anyway, the sandwich was quite tasty, so that's what really matters. It came with some chips that I assume were home-made, and they were also quite good. I tried out my friend's fish tacos because she's not a big eater and wasn't able to finish them, and they were also good. Not the most amazing fish tacos I've ever had, but definitely good.\n\nThe service here was good and very friendly, and the atmosphere is just awesome. There was a live band playing that was doing a bunch of covers and they did a good job on everything they were playing. Also, you're *right* on the beach and can hear the ocean, which is excellent. And you even have a chance to see the Hulkster, so what's not to love?",
"This place (and locally owned chain) have so many things going well for them. Great food, casual, fun, colorful ... but each location has a slightly different vibe.\n\nThis is the larger, on-the-beach location that is perfect for a date, your sister or (fun) Mom, and a more refined (yet still beach attire) place. It has a stand-up bar where you can order drinks while on the beach. There is also a large patio for outdoor eating.\n\nYou can sit farther inside away from some of the action, and it will be a bit more subdued. Its colorful cool, fun, and light. Casual & fun.\n\nThe grouper sandwich is to die for, and everything we had was great (though maybe its not all gourmet... c'mon, this is the beach!). The menu selection here is larger than at the original location. And if you're up for checking out the opposite sex, you can always walk across the parking lot to another local establishment.\n\nNote: for pure food and local 'chill' vibe, I prefer the original location.",
"I am a local but its still one of our favorite places to go. And a first we always take our out of town guests too. \n\nThey typically have a long wait which is a negative. But if you are looking for good food and a great beachy atmosphere with a bar its perfect for you!",
"Went with a party of four in early Mar 08 on Spring break. Delicious and fresh grouper sandwiches that really hit the spot after some beach volleyball. The reuben grouper is very large if you're looking to satisfy a big appetite. The cajun grouper and fresh grouper were two solid choices.\n\nOne complaint is that the location requires you to repark your car from Pier 60- not really a big deal though. I recommend outdoor dining on the patio where you can watch the waves and people playing volleyball on the beach.",
"The ultimate place for lovers of the beach lifestyle or those wanting a true taste of Florida. Frenchy has several great restaurants but this one is built right on the sands of the world-famous Clearwater Beach. Live music, a great crowd and one of the best grouper sandwiches (and she-crabs soups) you'll ever put in your mouth. After a day at the beach or even just to enjoy the shore during evening hours, Frenchy's Rockaway is the place to go for out-of-towners as well as long-time locals alike. Check it out! To get more info on the Clearwater area, check out this video...\n\nhttp://www.digitalmediaservicesflorida.com/dms/clearwater_tourism.html",
"I had a friend in town last week and this was the first place I took him to. We were not disappointed. Frenchy's has a great set up, it's right on the beach, and you would be wise to wait for a table on the patio if it busy. Our waiter was quick and attentive. I had the grilled grouper sandwich and it was delicious. My friend had the mahi-mahi and said the same thing. Drinks are a little overpriced, but that's to be expected at the beach. If you are in Clearwater then hit this joint up!",
"Great food, atmosphere, and people! You can't go wrong! I have visited the Tampa/Clearwater area frequently and always tend to go back to the same places. You can't beat eating the best She Crab soup that I have ever found, Grouper sandwich, and followed by a bucket of beers. I highly reccomend one of the four Frenchy's locations when you are in the area.",
"After a week in Clearwater, I had eaten about a dozen Grouper sandwiches... Gotta say the Jerk Grouper Sandwich was the best I had... If you like an intimate type of place that has one person waiting on you, you need not apply to this place. On the weekend you have to wait to be seated outside. Also you have a different person for each thing. One person brings your menu, another for drinks, another for your food, another to grab your plates, etc. You'll have to just flag down any of the 20 wait staff running around to get that extra beer or some ketchup. Overall though, it was a great place to go. It's right on the public beach and they always have some kind of live music. \n\nIt runs about $10 for a sandwich and around $15-$20 for an entree."
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"Update: GET THE SPICY GALBIJJIM. 10/10. THANK/CURSE ME LATER.\n\nYESSSSS!!! IT'S FINALLY OPEN! Super excited a new Korean restaurant joined the neighborhood. And it did not disappoint. Definitely will come back to try all their other dishes!\n\nThis is one of the only places I know in philly that serves yellow croaker as one of the banchans!!! Fresh and tasty, I would come back just for this. The kimchi here also has small raw oysters mixed in, which is a first for me to see. \n\nFor appetizers, we got dubu gui (fried, stuffed tofu with salad and sesame dressing) and haemul pajeon. Dubu gui was not bad, and having some salad before the main meal is always nice and refreshing. I was SUPER happy that they were generous with the amount of seafood they put in their Haemul Pajeon (seafood pancake)! Crispy, delicious, and sort of more...cake like compared to ones I've tried elsewhere? Reminded me of dim sum turnip cakes, and that's a good thing! The Haemul Topokki is okay and pretty spicy. Just wish it had more fish cakes in it.\n\nFor the main meal, I got the lunch combo special LA Gochujang Sangyupsal Jeongsik (spicy pork belly). That came with a small seafood and beef dubu soup. The pork belly was juicy, well marinated, and not dry. The soup base for the dubu was flavorful and you can tell they spent a lot of time preparing it. The tofu itself was a bit harder (Jong ka jib's tofu is a tad silkier), but it is still very good. The menu says that the tofu is made from 100% US soybeans and is gluten-free certified, so that gets a big thumbs up from me! \n\nI really can't find anything bad to say about this place. Atmosphere and seating is comfortable. Service is quick and friendly, even when the place is busy. DuBu, you've earned a loyal customer! Can't wait to be back :).",
"You can always judge a Korean restaurant by the quality of the panchan (side dishes). Kimchi is delicious. The kalbi is super tender and not too sweet. \n\nThe benchmark is the seafood tofu soup. As a dish I know how to make well myself. I can say that they nailed it. \n\nHighly recommended. I live in NYC and Dubu tastes better than BCD.",
"I drove here from South Jersey to try the LA Gochujang Samgyupsal (pork belly) and it was phenomenal. I normally am a steak and potatoes guy, but this dish was delicious. I also do not normally eat tofu, but my wife got the Dubu Gui and it was really good. The steamed and fried dumplings were also a great appetizer. \n\nAnother nice feature was a kids playroom that had a rock climbing wall. It was streamed to a television in the dining area so we could watch our child in there while eating.\n\nOverall, the music, decor, food, and service was great. I will definitely go back and try something else on the menu.",
"Was in Philly over the weekend and heard this place opened up, so went to check it out.\n\nI go to Philly time to time with my family and I must say I was very pleasantly surprised by the quality of their foods, modern interiors, and especially their kids' room as I have 2 kids. I guess I wasn't expecting this type of Korean restaurant (if you know what I mean) from Philly.\n\nSoondubu & Kalbi were very good as the main dish should be. As the reviewer below said, first I thought the price was little steep, but after getting the dishes, I was pleased with the portion. The soup was very flavorful and hearty. \nI actually liked their gejang (raw crab with spicy sauce) the most. Not many Korean places, even in NY/NJ areas have Gejang on their menus unless it's their specialty, so I ordered it out of curiosity. \nMan, was I glad I ordered it.\nI ended up finishing whole Gejang with 2 bowls of rice by myself.\n\nIt was really nice that they have the playroom. I just put my kids in there after feeding them so my wife and I can finish eating and have time to drink some soju and talk. My kids had fun there too.\n\nDefinitely worth trying if you are in town and like Korean.\nThis will be our go-to-place when we are in Philly.",
"My friend and I ordered 2soondubu stew, LA galbi, and Spicy marinated raw crab. We just couldn't stop saying \"mat it dda!\" \"So delicious!\" \n\nGreat foods.\nLovely atmosphere.\nGood service. \nWarm welcome.\nThey fulfill my expectation. \nOverall i'm very satisfied.\nIf they keep up the good work, i'll be a frequent customer.",
"We were excited to try a new Korean restaurant in the area and soondubu is one of my favorites. \nWe had a good experience. The restaurant had a nice atmosphere. Lots of tables for big groups. And service was nice. \nI thought the soondubu tasted good. clean. \nI also heard there's a nice play area for kids which I imagine is a huge plus for parents. \n\nIt was just a little bit on the pricier side",
"Food was good and service was good- i feel this place is better thank jongajip in my opinion",
"Extremely happy with this place!! This place has one of the best customer service I've ever received. Their soft tofu is delicious and tastes a lot cleaner than the other popular soft tofu house, jongjajeep. When first arrived they give you all individual fried fish and a variety of side dishes. I also ordered their spicy rice cake (dukbooki) and that was very good as well, it had had a very authentic taste. \n\nBut I think what made me like this place even more was because their service. They do almost everything for you and are on top with keeping and eye out on your table making you not have to even having to call them for anything. \n\nHighly recommend!!",
"I am sincerely excited that this place has opened. Finally, a 5-star worthy Korean restaurant in Philly that I can proudly take my NYC Korean friends when they visit! \n\nMy parents and I tried this place out yesterday. Walking in, we see a room for kiddies with a mini rock-climbing wall. The place has high ceilings, plenty of seating with wooden tables and also private group rooms in the back of the establishment. There is a private lot that also connects with the H Mart parking lot next door. \n\nThe banchans were good- the Mook (acorn jelly) was the best I've had in the Philly area: great sauce, but the texture of the mook was dense with the right amount of bitterness. We also each got a plate of Gulbi (fried croaker), which was nice, though the size is smaller than you'll see in comparable restaurants in NYC. \n\nI tried the Dumpling soondubu, and the soup had great flavor, though I only got three dumplings. My parents got the Spicy Octopus Stir-Fry which came on a fried tofu bed! The sauce for this was amazing, and I wish I could've made fried rice out of it. My parents especially enjoyed the Spicy Raw Crab- they remarked how great the sauce was, but most importantly, how substantial the crabs were. This dish isn't offered as an entree in other Philly restaurants, and I would come here for this dish alone.\n\nOverall, we loved all the dishes. The prices are higher than that its competitors, but everything was delicious. They also offer a Naengmyun (cold noodles), Korean BBQ and also a special section for vegetarians. Another note-worthy thing is that the staff is multi-ethnic, so English is not a problem here.",
"First, let me say this... Plain and simple.\n\nIt's levels. \n\nI am sitting at the restaurant now with the seafood pancake in my mouth chewing as I type this review. We ordered the raw crab which is AMAZING, you either eat that first or last because it will get messy. The mixed soup tofu bowl (forgot what it was called) is crack. The short rib is not greasy at all and full of flavor. The tapas they brought out in the beginning is BOMB. Service is amazing to the point where they brought out more tapas before we even finished the first one. The spicy rice cake is amazing... I think I ate the most of that. \n\nI will be back soon!\n\nEating this meal makes me feel blessed. #waywayway \n\nOk, all jokes aside this is an amazing restaurant. Definitely the best Korean restaurant I've been to in my life time. Going to go back and enjoy my food now."
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"I am quite honored to give a four star review to a fabulous chocolate chip cookie purchased at a booth in the Nashville Farmers Market - baked by the one and only: Dozen.\n\nSome say the feelings we have or - put into - (if you will) food while we prepare it, or in the case of produce - while we grow it, is passed onto the people who consume that food. With that said, considering that the chocolate chip cookie I got from Dozen was outside of my usual preferences in it's characteristics, I can only guess some serious joy was around at the time of this cookie's conception because that was how it made me feel. For just a moment this cookie stopped the world, the flavors entered my mouth like a small party of friends each with their own character but clearly a tight bunch and they were good company at this 'soireé de chocolate'.\n\nIt's worth noting I was given a smaller but still decent sized cookie as a sampler before even purchasing the chocolate chip cookie - reason enough to go visit the booth and fear not it's no bait and switch the sample is just as good as the product you take home. This was also possibly enough to just push this cookie review up to the five stars Dozen deserves, but I have to remain true to the search for the perfect chocolate chip cookie, and I have no doubts that cookie could come from Dozen.\n\nAs I said before this cookie wasn't exactly how I personally like them, which is a bit softer, a tad more butter, and I prefer no nuts - this batch came with pecans. But again it was totally enjoyable.\n\nOne last but hardly the least important note, dozen's ingredients are local and organic. In a time where people think they've done their part by buying organic, a huge fight for a healthy and sustainable planet remains and this is the fight to teach people and businesses to use local ingredients (like within 150 miles or less... local). Dozen goes the extra mile here, this element may have helped the \"joyful\" euphoria I experienced from all natural and fresh ingredients from friendly farmers, however I have no doubt this cookie came with a healthy dose of joy in it's package.\n\nBuy one of these cookies straight from the hands of the maker while you can, I have no doubt it will be a well known name in little time.\n\nThank you Dozen!",
"The buzz is around the cookies, but my wife and I had the pleasure of getting our wedding cake made by Dozen.. and was it ever worth it!\n\nOur 200 guests enjoyed the most scrumptious, chocolaty, moistest, tastiest wedding cake I have had.\n\nNot to mention the melt-in-your-mouth truffles that surrounded the whole thing.\n\nWorking with them was easy and the whole process went very smooth. Highly recommend for any desert catering.",
"There are so many bakeries around town that never make the grade with us. My husband typically being the toughest critic of bakery goods in our household. And even he has proclaimed the baked goods from Dozen to be excellent. From the pecan squares to the chocolate chip cookies, he loves them all. My hands down favorite are the ginger cookies. They pack a punch from lots of candied ginger but they are pure chewy goodness. Her madelines are also great as are the blackberry bars. \n\nShe uses local products and high quality products instead of so many processed ingredients with unnecessary additives and preservatives. You can find her at the Nashville Farmers Market and the Franklin Farmers Market",
"I can't believe I haven't raved about Claire's cookies before now! I mean holy smokes - these things will send you into a bliss coma. Be prepared to have the most amazing cookie experience when you get a cookie from Dozen. When we started getting cookies from Dozen, I quit making cookies at home. They just weren't anywhere near as awesome (and I'm a baker on the side!)\n\nAnd to top it all off - it's local and organic ingredients. I mean - who doesn't want to support your local peeps?!\n\nPersonal faves:\n- Raspberry Lizner Cookie - OMG, this thing sends me into a tizzy. Not too sweet, not too crunchy - literally, the most perfect cookie around!\n- Chocolate Chip - holy shit - this isn't your mom's chocolate chip cookie. Perfection!\nPecan Shortbread - such a little piece of heavan! This cookie literally melts in your mouth. Freakin' amazing!\nGinger Cookie - while not my personal fave, my husband LOVES it. \n\nIn fact, we gave away a Raspberry Linzer and a Ginger cookie away as gifts to everyone at our wedding reception. \n\nClaire also makes other amazing things - gingerbread cake, pecan squares, madelines, pies, etc.\n\nSo don't just run, head over to Dozen at light speed and get yourself into a sweet, bliss coma!",
"stopped by Dozen's stand at the Farmers' Market (inside) and walked away with way more cookies than I needed. the guy working the stand was super friendly (1 star) and offered samples of all the cookies he had available for sale. the oatmeal cranberry and chocolate chip were on point (1 star)...loved the salty hit the chocolate chip had and the pecan bar looked crazy good...gooey and full of pecans....guess it was voted best sweet by some local weekly/website. loved the fact that they keep it as local and organic as possible with their ingredients (1 star). 1/2 dozen cookies were approx $6-6.50 and the pecan bar was $2 (1 star). \n\nkinda worried i ran into these guys right as spring arrives....need to drop some lbs and these will def. get in the way. snap....",
"I had such a great experience working with Claire of Dozen. My parents wanted to send my boyfriend some bakery goods for his birthday, so I contacted Dozen to make it happen. We ended up with an assortment of cookies (perfectly moist, flavorful, and soft) and the most delicious blackberry tarts. She was really great to work with-we conducted all of the plotting via email and she even delivered them to me at work the day that I needed them because she was going to be in the area! I definitely recommend her baked treats and am waiting for an occasion to work with her again!",
"Dang. I should have read these reviews before I tried Dozen so I would have bought more stuff while I was there today. I got Chocolate chip cookie, Chocolate cardamom madeleines, and black and tan (a brownie-ish treat with Chocolate in it). Dang, they were all yummy to my tummy.",
"Excited to have this place in my neighborhood. Best baked goods in Nashville. They also have Crema coffee, lunch sandwiches and salads, and my goodness are they crafty and delicious. Just opened. I'll update with more info as I visit more often, but just wanted to get a quick review in. Visit this place!",
"I love to support local businesses and I think the employees here are lovely, however I didn't find anything at Dozen to rave about. The baked goods are made from natural ingredients which I love but as another user pointed out, I found the cookies (chocolate chip) and various muffins to be lacking in flavor.",
"Best bread ( baguette) in Nashville, crusty on the outside, light and airy inside with great taste. I has a sandwich there last week, the salami with cornichons and truffle mustard, holy sh@t, amazing, almost crashed the car. I love a sandwich that has just enough of each ingredient to add to the whole, not a large portion but spot on for flavor / texture / love it!"
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"Been there twice and had great breakfast each time. They make a good frittata and potato pancakes.",
"A hidden gem. Been there for lunch/brunch dozens of times and never been disappointed . Valentine's dinner was great .",
"Six of us visited this adorable cafe for Mother's Day Brunch. The decor is bright and airy, a far cry from the dark dingy book store theme under the previous owner. The brunch menu was Open Faced- Monte Cristo Sandwiches ( on some pretty awesome french toast), Chicken Italiano, Tortellini with Vodka sauce, Green Beans Almondine ( really fresh and loaded with sliced almonds) and of course scrambled eggs, home-fries,sausage, bacon etc. My son got a made to order cheese omelet and it was so light and fluffy he ate a second one. My daughter ordered a Belgian waffle with strawberries & whipped cream ( real cream not from a can). The waffle was perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy inside.\n\nThe staff is comprised of members of the same family and they could not have been nicer!!! I wish them success and a long run in Phoenixville. We will definitely be back for breakfast soon.",
"New favorite breakfast place. This used to be the Bookend Cafe, which has good food, but this is just so much better.\n\nThe lady owner who is in the front of the house is very friendly and the best host.\n\nEverything is fresh, delicious and specials are inventive. We had the Italian Frittata ( Prosciutto, Tomatoes, Onions, Parmesan) and blueberry french toast.\n\nGet the multigrain toast. They are from LeBus and served as perfectly toasted inch thick slices.\n\nCan't wait to go back and try more.",
"So we found this via Yelp and had to try it as we were in Valley Forge. It is small, quaint and not much seating area. The service is a bit slow. The place is very eclectic. But you really don't need to hear about the place.\n\nYou come here for the food! My wife, true to her nature, ordered the blueberry pancakes. She was impressed, said they were light, very flavorful, and great consistency. Hard to remember where she had better pancakes. The sausage was good, fresh, and flavorful. I had a sausage frittata and it came out piping hot. It was good but a little dry. Flavors were abundant and excellent. I would like to try their omelet but it will have to wait until next time.\n\nThe coffee......what can I say, the best we had all trip. I am not a SB fan, i don't like bitter as a flavor. The coffee here was very balanced. Strong enough but with just a few drops of cream, it was divine.\n\nAfter being at Nudy's this was even better. We also went to White Dog Cafe. Nook was better and at half the price.\n\nWorth the trek to find it. Take the drive and see the countryside after you eat.",
"2 stars because the food LOOKED so good.\n\nCame in with husband for breakfast, place is cute, clean and friendly. Servers cleaned a recently emptied table for us. Place was full - food people were eatling looked well prepared and delicious. \n\nWe ordered after about 5 min (fritatta/ omelettes) and coffee and water was brought for us. About 10 min later, coffee was refilled. \nAbout 20 minutes after that, server stopped by table to say that \"kitchen was backed up\" and order would be out shortly. \nAbout 10 minutes after that, food was still not prepared - we explained to server at register that we would pay for coffee, but we would be leaving. (after waiting almost an hour)\n\nOthers were waiting long periods for their food. It is obviously made to order which is a good thing, but they need serious prep help in the kitchen.",
"The menu lets you create your own frittata or omelette. I chose a frittata with onion, bacon, spinach, tomato and cheddar cheese.Really done well. I also had the fruit cup which was very nice. It's not 5 stars because of little details like no fresh squeezed OJ and canned oranges in the fruit cup. For the price, exceptional food.",
"Great little place outside of Valley Forge. Food is made to order from the small kitchen, so please be patience its well worth it. Cozy place with family charm, make the trip.",
"We have been looking for a new breakfast place (RIP Gateway Cafe) and this is it. The food was so good and creative, not what you see everywhere. I had the Greek omelet special, which I loved. My husband had the Eggs Benedict, his favorite. Service was excellent as well. I had a hard time deciding what to order because there were so many appealing options.",
"My friend and I enjoyed a spectacular brunch today in the quaint atmosphere which reminded me of dining in a family home. The bacon was fried up to perfection and coffee nice a smoky. Nutty thick multi grain toast was perfect with a few poached eggs delic and my friend loved his fritatta. Two thumbs up and will be back!"
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"Absolutely amazing! Gorgeous atmosphere, delicious food, and wonderful service! Large patio with great views of Germantown. \n\nLots of candlelight and flowers/plants. Multiple seating and lounge areas, also has a waiting area surrounding the bar.",
"Very good food. Started off with sausage biscuits which are light and fluffy and easy to eat with tomato jam. Pork sampler is from Porter Road Butcher and prepared 3 ways. Potato skins and lobster soup is a nice combo. Elvis moon pie is a solid homemade concoction. Pleasantly surprised the macaroons were as good as I've had in Paris. Nice and airy. \n\nSome other people in our party had beer can chicken which was moist and flavorful (remaining beer poured on top once it's served). Beef cheek stew is a deconstructed stew but melts in your mouth. Easy wine list and very good service for opening night. Glad I live across the street from these guys.",
"Beautiful inside and out! Great environment! The dinner meal was fantasic. Ahi tuna: perfect! Potato skins were the best that I've eaten. My steak was good, just not great. I think their other dishes (chicken and dumpling) are outstanding.Oh and the mashed potatoes were so creamy...yummy! I am anxious to return to try addition offerings. Our server was a bit dry, yet the other were attentive and friendly. This is a very comfortable and inviting establishment.",
"A lovely space, it is large. This time we sat at the bar, next time we will take table, I think for a completely different experience. 10 minute walk from my office ho hum how easy is that. The food was delicious, creative and well priced. Pork belly croquettes were full of meat, beet and avocado salad was not a salad but a delightful smooth pate. with beets and chips on top. Potato skins spicy and crisp. The dirty martini was made with corsair and tasted good, it was perfectly blended. For Pablo he was happy there was yazoo sue on tap. Nothing on the dessert menu tempted us,\nSo good food and good space ...and then the service, deep sigh they just had no enthusiasm, No one came to ask how things were, the place was pretty empty, word not out yet, so please why not come and ask are we having fun, do we want another drink and hey did we like the food. It's always the same in Nashville, not enough experience but plenty of ego. The musical programming was Alt Indie and horrible, Methinks grown up music for a grown up place would be lovely, Instrumental down beat mellow groove please. Of course we will go back and pour money in here and of course it will improve but more enthusiasm please.",
"Pros:\nAtmosphere. Service. Taste. Loved the flavorful, colorful beet salad. Really good beef zubouton (but a bit fatty for my liking). \nCons:\nWe got there at 6:45. They were out of my first choice, beef cheeks. They were out of my friends first choice, trout. The cocktail menu was small (5 drinks) and seemed focused on titos Vodka. The dessert menu was not impressive or original. Potatoes come with everything. I liked the mashed potatoes but I feel they could put more thought into the accompaniment. \nI'll go back again to try the beef cheeks. The waiter showed a picture and they look delicious.",
"Seriously, this place is a joke!!! Service was poor, food was poorly executed. Get it together guys, there is way to much competition for amateur mistakes and poor execution. Keep going in the path you are on and you won't see it beyond next year.",
"I went with a friend to have dinner here last night and it was fantastic. This place is very outside of the typical ambiance of a Nashville restaurant. \n\nWe started with the sausage and cheddar biscuits and they were tasty. Nothing to blow your mind, but definitely a solid starter.\n\nFor dinner he order the Beef Zabuton and I ordered the Beer Can Chicken. Both were well-prepared and full of flavor. They only had one Pinot Noir by the glass so I ordered it. A little sweeter than the average Pinot, but a decent glass. \n\nI will say that the service was excellent. With this being a new restaurant, I hope they continue to keep the focus on the service. At least 3 people other than our server checked in on us throughout dinner. Our server was excellent and did a great job of anticipating needs. \n\nI look forward to seeing what they do with the patio. I believe it may be a hot spot for the summer.",
"Enjoyed a late dinner at 5th & Taylor last night with a friend. The ambiance is just incredible. It felt very welcoming and relaxing, but on a date it could easily be considered romantic, too. Seating was very comfortable, and our reservation was promptly addressed and we were immediately seated. \n\nWe asked our server for recommendations, and unfortunately received a very generic \"everything here is good!\". I was hoping for more, but she wasn't forthcoming with details, so we ventured out on our own decision making (which, let's be honest, is totally safe with this chef). We decided to order the sausage and cheddar biscuits, the grilled romaine salad, both the salmon and the beer can chicken, and a side of broccoli rabe.\n\nThe sausage and cheddar biscuits were just incredible. They were served with a side of sweet pepper jelly, which created the perfect balance. The grilled romaine salad was just very \"ok\". So much pork belly fat made it unappetizing, and for me it was not worth finishing. The entrees were both a solid 5 stars. The salmon was a fresh thick cut, fatty, and perfectly cooked. The beer can chicken was insanely delicious. The incredible roasted chicken was brought to the table with a PBR can on the side, which I quickly discovered held the gravy that was poured over the chicken (how fun is that?). It was served with sauteed baby spinach with such a wonderful flavor. Makes me want to up my greens cooking game at home! Since both of our entrees came with mashed potatoes, those were served family style, and were some of the best I've ever had.Creamy, buttery, melt in your mouth yum. The broccoli rabe was also absolutely divine. \n\nWe had plans to order the strawberry pie, but no room remained. It will just give me the excuse to go back again soon!\n\nLooking forward to trying some of the appetizers next time.",
"I've been waiting for months for 5th and Taylor to open and it has exceeded all of my expectations. The interior is like nothing else in Nashville, and as a previous reviewer mentioned, the restaurant can suffice as a romantic spot or something more casual. \n\nThe space is quite large with a lounge/ bar area and outdoor patio as well. I've been fortunate to dine here on a few occasions now and have no complaints. 5th and Taylor is a true farm to table concept, the menu changes every day. I got a CSA box from a local farm and went to 5th and Taylor that same day and found many of my box ingredients also on the menu -- I love that they are focused on seasonal and fresh items and are creative enough to incorporate different things each day. \n\nAs a self proclaimed wino, 5th and Taylor's focus on wine suits my fancy. There are tons of options and even \"wine on draft\" if you're not in a bottle kind of mood. If you don't fall into the wino category you're not out of luck. Since they have been open I've seen more cocktails and beer options appear on the menu and only anticipate these growing. \n\nFor food you really cant go wrong, really. So far the beef stew and strawberry pie have been my favorite items. I live nearby and have considered indulging and getting the strawberry pie (for 2) to go (to eat as 1). I could write paragraphs about the food but will keep it short -- just know that if your server says \"everything is good\", they mean it. \n\nBetween the service, the food, and the space, 5th and Taylor is one of my new favorite spots in Nashville -- a well deserved 5 stars!",
"We ate dinner at 5th and Taylor last night. The service was great, the food was delicious and they had a nice patio. \n\nThe huge downside was our seating area. We were in a room that was paneled in wood floor to ceiling. The acoustics were horrible, it was like being in a barrel. There were several large parties and the sound was miserable. We couldn't hear each other and the noise was echoing off the walls. After we ate, we went to the lovely patio for respite. \n\nSo, if/when you go, do yourself and your ears a favor and request to be seated in the main dining area."
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"Front Street Cafe is a great addition to Fishtown. It is a gorgeous space with plenty of seating, lots of windows (natural light), and a great view from the second floor. \n\nI ordered a soy latte and a vegan pumpkin donut. The espresso was delicious and the donut was surprisingly good.\n\nI can't leave a review on the food (I believe they are starting full service later this week), but from my experience today, I have high expectations. This cafe is definitely worth a visit.",
"I can't wait for the full menu! Tonight we had the split pea soup and the fried chicken sandwich, both of which were fantastic. The cocktail menu is great as well. I had the whiskey sour with was simple and perfect. The ginger whiskey was also very good, and made with house-made juice. \n\nThe bartenders and waiters are extremely friendly and the ambiance is lovely. Can't wait for the warm weather to come back to enjoy all of the outside spaces.",
"Amazing coffee shop. Great coffe! Great service and an amazing atmosphere. Highly recommend.",
"First time his as it has recently opened. I've only had the coffee, which is excellent (cold brew), however the building sets a nice atmosphere and the patio is large and relaxing. Check it out of you haven't already. I'll continue to update the more I explore the menu.",
"I've already been here 3 times in this past weekend, for coffee, beers, and coffee. I love the atmosphere and the decor. I had an almond chai tea latte and it was so friggen good so if you are into those that aren't over powering sweet, then these are perfect for you. I'm really happy to have a place like this in Fishtown.",
"I am giving 5 stars based on looks alone. Beautiful setup; even has aback outdoor patio including a beautiful bar; however beers are pricey. Example: cheapest beer is $5 yuengling- most beers are $6-7.50. Full food menu was not yet available.",
"What a beautiful spot. Coffee is awesome and the smoothies are delicious. I cant wait to try the rest of the full menu. \nThis will be my new coffee/cocktail hangout!",
"New favorite spot to eat! As a gluten free vegetarian it can be very challenging going out to eat. Front Street Cafe has a lot of wonderful choices and the server was very knowledgeable about the menu and how they could accommodate me. The food was fantastic and the service was great.",
"Great location. Good food. Wonderful space. Kitchen has its act together. Please lose the cheesy electronica music that feels like we are at a Radisson hotel bar in Orlando, FLA.",
"I live in the neighborhood and was thrilled to see this place open. The building is beautiful. Kudos to the owners for the tasteful restoration of this gorgeous historical building. The food and drinks are also great. Since its opening I have stopped in once for brunch and twice to the bar at night. While I have only praise for the space, food, and drinks they are working out a few kinks with the front of the house. For brunch we waited a good twenty minutes for someone to take our order despite a half dozen staff standing around who appeared anxious for something to do but unsure of what they should be doing. When our waiter finally appeared he apologized and claimed he had no idea we were his table. I assume this is a normal early kink that will be worked out. The biggest disappointment has been the vibe at night. I was looking forward a nice local corner bar to grab a beer and unwind. While their beer list and taps are fine the music is a huge deterrent. Philadelphia is a fantastic music town but this place misses the mark. The cheesy electronica hotel lounge music they were playing really destroyed the ambiance."
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"I can't say enough good things about this place. The duck pastrami sandwich with gruyere and bechamel sauce was out of this world. Paired with a shiraz selected by the counter guy, it was a very memorable lunch. Fast , excellent service with all the flavor.",
"Come here for lunch! Cochon did a great job getting in to the touristy magazine we found them in. I am sure this place is hard to come across otherwise (unless someone does their Yelp research)\n\nAfter reading an article about this place we came here for lunch. Everyone loved their sandwich. Luckily, even though it was a butcher they had a chicken salad sandwich for me. It was fantastic. We all just really liked this place so we came back shortly after for dinner at Cochon. Loved that place too!\n\nAdd both places to your \"must\" list while in town.",
"Talk about making a good thing better! Now I can buy 'Cochon-style' meat, duck confit, pates (and rillettes) and other foodstuffs from Cochon's butcher shop?\n\nI finally tried out Cochon Butcher for some grub with some out of town peeps and I wasn't disappointed. Located around the corner from Cochon Restaurant, we walked into a nicely decorated space and went straight to the menu board. They offer several small plates, sandwiches and salads. We shared some tangy and spicy ribs, but I just had to have the duck pastrami sandwich. Loved it (though it was kinda small as I had been advised by the girl behind the counter)! And what is a butcher shop without a full bar!!! They have a fabulous selection of house cured meats, and spices and other stuff. Makes a great spot for lunch or dinner, especially if the restaurant is packed (like it normally is). If only they delivered!!!",
"After leaving the WWI Museum in NOLA and not knowing the city, I used YELP to look for restaurants within walking distance (I love my iPhone). I was guiding us to Couchon, which just happened to be closed when we showed up. But the owner of Couchon Butcher waved us down to his place just behind Couchon. IT WAS FANTASTIC - a tiny hole in the wall wine-bar type place. It has a butcher counter (obviously) and yummy daily offerings - check the chalkboard. The boudin will make you slap the heck out of your mother - it was that good. We also had the marinated brussels sprouts - DELISH - and the so-so bratwurst. The staff was awesomely cool and accommodating and we will be going back again. TRY IT - DON'T BE AFRAID!",
"Being a native New Orleanian, I've heard lots and lots about Cochon and I'm a huge Chef Link fan...but I just wasn't ready to fork over the moolah for an expensive dinner at the big pig place. Especially since I had heard about the newly added, Butcher, which serves Link-quality food at half the price. \n\nThe pulled pork sandwich was on a freshly baked roll and was seasoned so well that my mouth was on FIYAH! They served it with their house-made potato chips, and it made the perfect pre-WWII museum lunch. The sWINE bar wins points for wordplay and creativity, as well as the good selection of wine and beer. \n\nThere's also a real butcher shop where you can purchase meats to take home for feasting a la maison!",
"Initially my husband and I had reservations at Cochon the night we were arriving in New Orleans. Due to delayed flights we ended up having to cancel our reservations and because the next night we were at a wedding Cochon just wasn't going to happen. \nWe decided to give Cochon Butcher for lunch instead. We definitely made the right choice! I got a crab cake sandwich. The crab cake was very light and appeared to be sauteed, not fried. Lots of good flavor. My husband had the Cuban, he loved it. \nFor food of this quality we were also pleasantly surprised by the price, no more expensive than a typical sandwich shop and beers were only $3.50! \nTo top it all off, as we were finishing out lunches one of the girls came out with a tray of delicious looking cupcakes. They were peach with bourbon frosting. I was weary of the combination but husband thought we should give it a try after everything else had been so good. I am so glad we did, it was the perfect ending to a perfect lunch. \nWe both can't wait to go back.",
"in new orleans for a conference. me and group of about 30 invaded this place and drank all the wine. they were nice about it. i think someone else paid. i bought a grey tshirt. very memorable! i love butcher.",
"Before going any further, in the interest of full disclosure, I have to tell you that I like meat. A lot. After visiting this Chef Link funhouse for the first time one sunny afternoon, I left with a smile knowing I had just come face to face with the king of meats.\n\nHomemade Duck Pastrami Sandwich with Bechamel and Gruyere! Are you kidding me? It's like the Kool Aid man of duck burst through the wall when I took my first bite. As revealed in the Clancy's review, my penchant for duck knows no boundaries. Order a couple of these sweet babies. One's on the small side, and you'll want another anyway. Trust me. \n\nIn addition to their tasty menu of hot & cold dishes, they offer an outrageous selection of homemade salumi, sausages, sauces, salads, the best boudin I've ever had (a bargain at $3 with your duck sandwich), and the best and only duck pastrami I've ever had for sale by the pound at reasonable prices. \n\nIf I lived in New Orleans, I'd be here all the time. Easily my personal favorite. Good thing they sling the sausage online, 'cause I can't wait until the next time I'm back in town to get me some more meat.",
"So far I've had at least half the menu, and it's all worth a thank you note to the chef. But, what's best about Butcher is that it's one of the few really great places in town you can slide in without having to deal with a crowd. Also of note... they've got fairly late hours, and brunch specials on Sunday. It's a tad on the pricey side for a sandwich, but the quality of the ingredients is dynamite, so I can let that slide. Really, this is a five star place, but the seating is so uncomfortable I can only give it four stars. These things might not matter to some folks, but my arse spends a lot of time sitting on those stools.",
"This place had - by far - the best Italian sandwich I have ever tasted. A friend and I split the Muffuletta and the Gambino. \n\nThe Muffuletta was a warm and RICH sandwich. A word of warning - the Muffuletta sits HEAVY so perhaps not the best thing to get during a work lunch break. Very tasty though.\n\nYet, the Gambino was my favorite. It was so simple, yet so pleasing. Thick with cured Italian meats, some fresh greens, some spread and that's it! The bread was ever so slightly toasted and remained that way since there were no tomatoes to sog it up. My god the Gambino was good. \n \nBefore being served, they send out some boiled or steamed peanuts still in the shell - to die for. \n\nEach sandwich comes with very crispy potato chips and a sliced pickle. \n\nThe prices may be high for a sandwich, but they serve everything up very nicely and nothing is made quickly and sloppy."
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"Look at me, venturing out to the 'burbs again. I went to Fuji a couple of days ago with my current crush and her BFF. The restaurant is tucked away in a strip mall but you forget about the locale as soon as you're seated and your wine bottle(s) uncorked. It's a BYOB and I'm not sure if I should be proud or embarrassed to state that the three of us went through three bottles of wine and one of sake that night. We started off with edamame (I made an exception to my \"no green food\" rule and was pleasantly surprised) and pillowy, tender shumai. As we were finishing the last bite of appetizers, a giant sushi boat docked on our table. I'm not even sure what all we ordered, but I think I mostly ate the maguro, hamachi and unagi nigiri. Everything was fresh and expertly prepared, and for once I was able to nibble my sushi without it falling apart. (I refuse to stick the whole darn thing in my mouth at once. I'm delicate like that.) And to top it off, the staff waited patiently as we (the last patrons in the place) got all sorts of tipsy, not rushing us out even though it was after closing time.",
"Arising out of a quite bland scene, Fuji proves itself as a true contrast to its surroundings serving lucious and diverse Japanese cuisine. Ever since I was an infant, I have went to Fuji and its quality has never changed. With recent rennovations, the atmosphere of Fuji matches that of a 5 star restaurant. It also has an abundance of Hibatchi tables and a sushi bar where one can see the action behind making the food happen right in front of them. The waiters and waitresses are very personable, considerate, and helpful. I encourage everyone to visit this 5 star Japanese cuisine.",
"I have been going to Fuji for years and they have always been a great choice for sushi. The fish is always fresh and they have a couple of special rolls that you won't find anywhere else. They have Hibachi, too, which is always fun, and I'll also say that the owner always greets me when she's there and the waiters and waitresses are very friendly.",
"Went here with a friend when looking for some new food places to try. We got there a bit before it was suppose to open but the nice waitress seated us no problem anyway. The inside is surprisinly nice given the location in a strip mall. The service was good as was the food. Good miso soup, dumplings, and age tofu. My friend said the sushi was good and after a bad experience at Cho Cho San we needed some good sushi. Great Japanese place in Montgomeryville area. Would go again.",
"I stumbled across this restaurant while getting my window replaced down the street.. After crossing the road that resembled more like a highway than a street, I stopped in Fuji and was pleasantly surprised by the modern design of the restaurant in spite of its plain exterior. The place was small but clean and the service was quick and polite. \n\nWhen I arrived for lunch I was quickly seated and served. The house salad was sweeter than other places I have been to, but I prefer it that way. The miso soup tasted exactly the same as every other Japanese restaurant. I'm starting to think that each place orders their soup mix from the same place in bulk. \n\n The spicy crunch roll I ordered was flavored and season well, but it wasn't rolled properly and it resulted in the roll coming apart a little bit. The katsu-don I ordered was edible but sub par. Instead of the normally thicker slices I'm used to, they had thin slices with a lot of sliced cabbage on it and the bed of rice it was sitting on wasn't even Japanese style rice that most restaurants serve with but instead it was a different type that was dryer and harder to swallow. \n\nIf it wasn't for the katsu-don this place prob would have been 4 stars for me, but that katsu-don was bad enough to drop an entire star from the final grade.",
"I found this place when looking around for some decent japanese food around my area. The place looks really nice inside and has a decent amount of room. Wheelchair accessible too which is big plus for me :) The staff are very nice and attentive. The sushi is pretty good with a nice variety to choose from. The hibachi is good as well and is great for groups.\n\nThe best time to go for their sushi is on Mondays and Tuesdays when it is 50% off all sushi. If you have a craving for sushi and don't wanna break the bank, this is the place and time to go.\n\nOverall, it's a nice place to go. I go there on a somewhat regular basis and have been always been happy with their food and service.",
"I like to get lunch take out here on weekdays. The sushi is good - not spectacular but good. Not a huge selection of rolls, but there are enough... and even a few rolls that are different than the standards (which is nice). \n\nI think it would be an even better experience to dine in; the interior is modern and comfortable, but I have yet to do that. \n\nThe best part of Fuji is this: the first time I went, I accidentally walked in at 11am (they don't open until 11:30). The hostess greeted me pleasantly and even took my order - 30 minutes before they were supposed to be open. She didn't even mention this to me, and I didn't realize I was early until I came back 15 minutes later to pick up my order. Wow, very impressed - now THAT is customer service. Thank you Fuji for allowing me to be an idiot, and not rubbing it in my face, but instead giving me a lovely sushi lunch. \n\nWill I be back? Absolutely. And this time it'll be during regular business hours.",
"Mondays and Tuesdays, they do half-priced sushi. My husband and I go almost every week. It isn't the ABSOLUTE best sushi that we've ever had, BUT at half price, it is great!! We love it!",
"I've recently re-discovered this place, and I am very glad I did. I say re-discovered because this place was actually my very first sushi experience well over a decade and a half ago, before sushi joints were on every street corner and sushi could be found in the supermarket. Since that time I've lived and traveled to different places, and sushi joints seem to have sprang up as quickly as Starbucks locations - leaving Fuji to get lost in the heap. \n\nOver time I began to realize what I looked for in a sushi joint above all else - the quality of the sashimi. The creativity of the rolls, presentation, selection, execution, and (obviously) rice are all critical, but to me are all second to the fish itself. I mean, what's the point of a really creative roll if the fish its comprised of is of poor quality?\n\nAnyway... based on my sashimi-centric rating system, Fuji is easily one of my favorites, they just always have really great fish. The textures AND flavors are top notch, as is the presentation. The pieces are cut to appropriate size and are not over-handled or hacked at. And their rolls are done very well too. During my last visit we wanted to get a dragon roll for our table for someone who loves eel. Our server mentioned a special roll that had eel on top with some spicy yellowtail inside. That was seriously one of the best rolls I've had in a while. It also speaks to the quality of service, that they were able to make a great recommendation.\n\nFuji also has hibachi, but I can't say anything about that, and probably never will.\n\nMonday and Tuesday nights are their half-priced sushi nights. It's a limited menu (I was bummed that hirame wasn't included), and the quality might not be up to par with the rest of the week, so half price it at your own risk.\n\nThere are now easily more than a dozen sushi options within 10 - 15 minutes of my home in North Wales, but it might as well be the same as it was 15 years ago, 'cause Fuji is one of only three I'd be happy spending money at on a regular basis.",
"Recently renovated and nicely upscale, they offer very good sushi and Hibachi hot-stove shows, like Benihana. Soups, salads and sushi is always top notch and makes you realize why you should pay a dollar or two more for great, fresh sushi over what you get from a supermarket."
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"Another of the \"gem show\" stop offs for refueling. South of I10 on 6th Avenue, E side of street, big yellow independent building. What the facility lacks in ambience the customers make up for, colorful weathered characters wearing their rancho attire, lovely lunching Latino women of all ages and the large happy Mexican families make me feel like I am back in old Mexico. Well South Tucson is old Mexico. \nSeat yourself and a small bowl of refried (bacon grease) beans are delivered with fresh corn chips and salsa in a plastic squirt bottle. So many memories of my childhood with that plastic salsa bottle. Salsa is classic thin with nice oregano and heat from the tepin. The food is Sonoran style mexican. I like the two eggs with chile verde breakfast, served with beans and potatoes, hold the cheese. Way too much food, but fun to try and eat it all without bursting. If I order taco's I go for the old style which is deep fried, really crispy and you can order just one for $2.50. The meatball soup is good and hearty. Big menu and the servers are friendly and sometimes mix up the language, part English and part Spanish--funny!",
"Chile rellenos in the Tucson Area rated according to the Homeland Security Advisory System with three word descriptors.\n\nEl Indio: really bad name. Yellow\n\nSee photos.",
"I'm a Gringo, I'll admit it. I have not one latino bone in my Irish-Catholic body, but I absolutely LOVE authentic Mexican food...always have. It wasn't the only reason I moved to Tucson, but to be honest, it sure as hell didn't hurt...to live in the land of true, authentic Mexican art, culture, music...and FOOD baby, yeah.\n\nEl Indio tops my list for the best-of-the-best, real deal Mexican restaurants in Tucson. My wife and I are regulars for Saturday or Sunday breakfast...my wife is from central Mexico by the way and practically a chef herself. She gets the Calcido, kind of a hearty beef and vegetable stew/soup, and I chow down with the most awesome Huevos Rancheros (El Indio Style) that I have had in my life.\n\nI agree with the previous reviewer's assessment of the folks who will be enjoying their meals at the next table. This is not a tourist destination. Real Tucson people stop here for real Mexican food. If you want \"Taco Hell\" this isn't it. If you want awesome Mexican food the way God intended...you have arrived at the right place.",
"Good solid fare. The prices are average and the florescent atmosphere isn't the best, by the staff was friendly and the proportions were massively generous. The birria taco was unremarkable and the molé could have originated in a can, but the tasty vat of cosida de res made the visit worthwhile. I wouldn't rush back, but I wouldn't go out of my way to avoid El Indio, either. It was thoroughly okay.",
"Hole in the wall. Great chimichanga. Ask for sour cream and it's heavenly. Note that you can pay with credit card but TIPS have to be cash only.",
"The real deal. Have to agree with the previous reviewer. Having lived in Mexico for a year, we have grown picky about our Mexican food. There are too many over-priced, taco-enchilada-beans- and-rice-covered with fake cheese-combos wannabes in this town. El Indio is not one of them. This is REAL Mexican fare.",
"Absolutely delicious. Even the rice and beans, which in some restaurants have no flavor whatsoever, were outstanding. When we went we were probably the only non-Spanish speaking people there - if the locals like it, I like it.",
"After a year in Portland, Oregon we are loving the city, but MISSING El Indio big time. Best to everyone back in Tucson and yes, El Indio is a \"must\" for real deal Mexican fare...breakfast, lunch, dinner...it's ALL good, and very reasonably priced.",
"After a couple distinct misses in previous years, El Indio recently scored a hit, and a big one at that. \n\nI ordered up the El Indio special (chile relleno, cheese enchilada, beef taco, rice, and beans) and each individual item brought a separate taste sensation. \n\nThe chile relleno came detached from the stem and was cooked quite nicely. The sauce had a salty kick and vanished from my plate before I even realized it.\n\nThe cheese enchilada was... a cheese enchilada. Good cheese, soft tortilla, end of story.\n\nThe beef taco was loaded with a delicious mix of beef and onions, closed up, and then fried on both sides. Savory and healthy! Well... one of those two.\n\nAll that for $8? Consider me a fan, call me Al, do whatever you want, I'm in.",
"I have mixed feelings about El Indio. First off, the food was very good and served just right. The chile rellenos and cheese enchiladas combos were delicious.\nIt seemed to be a very popular place and was quite full the whole time we were there.\n\nI have one major complaint that in fact, will prevent me from going back. \nOur server came to us pushing a cart. On the top of the cart at that time were plastic (chipped and well-used) glasses and our salsa/chips. On the second shelf was a gray tub of dirty dishes. Yuck. In fact, it deserves a Double Yuck. That was bad enough but later on, I saw her take a dishrag and wipe down a nearby table and then put that dirty rag on the top shelf, along with dirty plastic glasses. The same shelf from which she was delivering everyone's food orders. Now we're up to a Triple Yuck. \n\nMy other complaint is mainly a presentation one: If your salsa is wonderful to eat, why not show it off in attractive bowls? El Indio puts theirs in a plastic ketchup bottle with the tip snipped off. How long has it sat out? Who else has been using it? You get my drift. It's more of the same ilk as the ucleanliness of the serving cart. \n\nOur unattentive server never returned to check on us, never refilled our drinks, and never refilled our chip bowl and never bothered to ask if everything was OK.\n \nMy two-star rating mostly reflects these sanitary concerns and service and not the food. And I DO wonder what kind of conditions exist in their kitchen if they're so careless in front of their customers.\n\nIf these serving conditions improve, I would be glad to return and revise my review."
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"I've eaten at this restaurant many times and sometimes it is one of the best Steak Houses around and the next time it is one of the worst. The service is ALWAYS hit and miss. It is far from fine dining so you can go dressed very casual. I have found it may be better to go during the week rather than the weekend. The ahi tuna is usually a very good appitizer and the fried muchrooms are always good as well. I find the more you pay here the better quality of steak, Eg. the Cowboy is far superior compared to the Cowgirl. \nWe don't dine here nearly as often as we use to. In fact we use to go here once a week. But since it has become so hit and miss and the staff really are not as professional as they use to be, we only go now about 3 or 4 times a year. Too bad, it really was very good at one time.",
"My friend comes here a lot, so we decided to plan another friends surprise birthday party here. We were able to sit quickly once half our party was there, so I guess Sundays aren't particularly busy nights. Our waiter was very friendly and quick to get our orders in, bring us appetizers, salads and the works.\n\nA lady outside totally give me free coupons and so my friend and I ordered calamari, which was pretty tasty, and also tried the stuffed mushrooms my friend ordered, which was also pretty good. I got a house salad, which was good but nothing too special.\n\nMost of my friends had steak since it's a steak house, but I was more in the mood for chicken and had some chicken breasts that were a little dry but good with some of the pineapples that came with it. Their mashed potatoes are tasty too, they leave some of the skin in so it's more like a baked potato thrown into mashed potatoes. \n\nThey were very nice for my friends birthday and we sang him happy birthday just fine. Overall, good experience, good food, good service, so we will back!",
"We have eaten here several times and I have to say that the steaks are always cooked perfectly and very tasty. I love their house salad and always buy a jar of their dressing before leaving and they hook you up with a big box of salad to go with it. I usually get the 9oz filet or the Salmon which they serve covered in a creamy cheesy sauce. \n\nSusan is the best server ever! Request her and your service will be spot on. \n\nOnly four stars because their bread and veggies suck. But I don't really care about the bread and I can live with having salad as my \"veggie\"",
"One of the worst steaks I have ever had (actually 2 worst - because they replaced it once). Tough, salty and generally a poor quality cut of meat. Way, way overpriced for even an \"aged\" steak...as they describe it. Burns and Charlie's prices with McDonalds quality meat. Don't waste your time, or your money.",
"I have gone there for several years on someone's birthday, because you get a free steak dinner on your birthday. As for the quality of the meat, I think it's pretty good. About the same quality as you used to get at Sam Seltzer's, but more pricey. To be honest, I don't think the steaks justify the prices. But it's tasty and a nice ambiance for celebrations etc. \n\nI don't really care that much for the seasoning or marinade they use on their steaks, though. And there's no option... it comes with the marinade, like it or not. \n\nAs long as they have the free steak dinner on your birthday, however, I'll continue to go. Otherwise, I'll save money and go to Outback. It's good at Texas Cattle Company... just not as good as their prices would have you think.",
"If you want a GREAT meal. Try the Texas Cattle Co. You can't find a better Steak. Mary and I eat out a lot. This is one of our favorite places. They really bring in a lot of business. It is amazing. The restaurant just has so much charm and character. Go check them out. Tell them Steve and Mary from EZ Dry Carpet Care sent you!",
"Excellent food and service. I had double pork chops. They are about 2 inchs thick nicely chard, juicy and a high quality piece of meat. $18.95 but more than you can eat and best chops I ever had. Wife had 18oz T-Bone steak. $23.95 Again a top grade steak cokked perfectly and eveything a steak should be. Little pricey but excellent steak. Red skin mashed potatoes were very flavorful and had a nice texture. Salads are fresh and rolls came hot with the salads. Michelle provided excellent service in a timely manor. Everything about both our dinners was excellent. 5*****",
"Steaks here are the best, hands down. So much flavor, and portions are big. Love this place!",
"We were visiting from Seattle and wanted to take my family out to a really nice steakhouse to celebrate all the birthdays and anniversaries missed. I wanted something like The Metropolitan Grill in Seattle which is one of the countries top steakhouses. My family wouldn't let me spend that kind of money and insisted on this place. We absolutely loved it. Great steaks and we really loved the Cajun mushrooms (not that spicy). Service was really good although our waiter didn't know tenderloin and fillet are the same thing. The chefs do know what they are doing. Next time I trek across the country, we are going there again.",
"My grandparents like to go to this place and have taken me a few times. I think they put a lot of detail into everything. I've had their filet, the filet chop, and this most recent time I didn't feel like steak so I had salmon, and it had a yummy cheese sauce with onions on top and was like really super good even though it's a steakhouse. All the waiters have to wear cowboy hats too. If you like steak (or salmon, or fried tomatoes, or other stuff they have!) this is a really good place to go.\n\nI also want to say, since I'm an aspiriing sommeliere, that this place has awesome wine- good selection, and good quality/taste. I got the Baron's flight, where you get to try four wines for $16, and they are all bold and yummy reds (just like I like!) I definitely recommend if you are in the area!"
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"Fire Engine Red! is the color theme which matches the heat of the hottest chicken at Hattie B's. On the patio table bench seating the hue is Fire Engine Red, as is the garage door to the patio, the lite fixtures and more. It fits. To savor the sweet pain of Hattie B's Nashville hot chicken is cayenne endorphin heaven. Banana pudding & a cold craft beer help dull the heat and make the experience cooler for me. I took tiny nibbles from Hot level heat chicken alternated with swiggs of Yazoo beer. The combo of the hot baby bites and the cold brew made it sweaty fun. The battered and fried chicken delicacy was crispy on the outside and tender soft inside, and served on top of white bread with pickle chips. Hot but cool. American native music and Nashville native Hot! Chicken are 2 authentic Music City exports. If I could choose only one, well, it might just be our Hot! Chicken that the old mayor was ambasssabor for and hooked on. His Best Legacy! The pimento Mac and Cheese and the black eyed pea salad are 2 fixin's I like best. I'm so glad they took over this old Krystal's fast food joint for hot chicken heaven. By next year Hattie B's may be the most popular hot chicken joint in Tennessee.",
"Had to try a Nashville specialty, hot chicken. Super crispy skin, and juicy, delicious chicken. Skip the pimento mac & cheese, get the greens or black eyed pea salad. Don't be scared away if there's a line, it moved quickly, they've got a system worked out.",
"I noticed that Nuvo Burrito was no longer on Charlotte. It was replaced by Hattie Bs Hot Chicken. Their line was out side the door, so I decided to call my order in. I called around 11:35. I was walking out with my food at 12:20.\n\nI ordered tenders and a breast quarter. Both medium heat. Great flavor. The tenders were crispy like I enjoy, with a bold flavor. Not too hot and over bearing.\n\nThe breast quarter was probably one of the best ive had. The only complaint is the breading. I don't liked battered fried food cooked with a wet batter and I can tell that's what they use on their chicken.\n\nOverall great experience. Nice and clean atmosphere with outdoor seating. The wait time should be improved but you can rectify alot of that by calling ahead. Check out Hattie Bs!!!!!!!!",
"So, Nashville is becoming famous for hot chicken. And Hattie B's is a reason! The line was out the door at 11:30. Still got fast order. Lots of cold drink and beer choices. Tables outside and in. I always love the patio! Great breeze and putt putt golf. \n\nNow, let's talk chicken. Fantastic!!! Massive pieces, wonderful flavor, soulful sides! Best in Nashville---which means best anywhere!",
"This is for the new Hattie B's on Charlotte. I've had hot chicken before but not like this. Other places were just about bringing as much heat as possible. This had a lot more flavor, chicken was juicy, fresh, and hot out the oil. Sides were good. I liked the pimento Mac n cheese. Only issue I had was it took forever to get our order. Waited a good 20-30 min before they brought it out. The place was packed with ppl waiting. There has to be a better way to expedite orders. Other than that it was awesome!",
"I hate how this place is co-opting the work done by Prince's and other original hot chicken joints in Nashville. It is turning into the Cracker Barrel of hot chicken - a place for tourists to eat and take selfies to say how much they love southern food, but not the real deal. A place that is succeeding because it is headed by someone who knows the restaurant business, and not someone who spent their life frying chicken. This is gentrified garbage chicken. This is not original Nashville. Spicing is inept. Cooking technique is OK but not great - chicken usually appears dark brown and overdone. Bottomline, the taste just isn't there. A ghost of Prince's. Save your money and go to the real deal.",
"I've been looking at this place for months and finally ate there today. The food was mediocre. I got the 2 piece dark leg and thigh. Medium was not spicy. Chicken was greasy and the breading/skin slid off. \"Nashville hot chicken\" became trendy nationally as little as five years ago, and I feel like this place is just feeding off that trend. Not impressed. Also, the girl at the cash register knew nothing about any of the beer on tap and got huffy with me for asking.",
"The best things don't always come to those who wait. It took an hour from arrival to get a piece of fried chicken??? WTF?\n\nThe chicken is hot. The greens were the highlight. Period. \n\nListen, if you are that big of a fan of fried chicken, there are better places to get a good piece of fried chicken. Honestly, I have had better at KFC. \n\nHowever, if you like decent fried chicken seasoned to light you up, you will be satisfied.",
"I enjoyed dinner at Hattie B's for the first time. I met a friend there who also had not yet dined at Hattie B's. We both ordered Medium with sides of red potato salad and greens. The medium was perfect - not so hot I couldn't enjoy the flavor but it still had a decent kick. The greens were just average but the red potato salad was pretty tasty. I will be back to try other items!",
"Friendly - always a smile at this place. I'm a medium hot chicken eater, and I love the spice level. Portions are huge for the price. I am a big fan of the online ordering they offer; skip the line!"
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"You can skip the Hurricane's, honestly people. Pat's isn't bad for a tourist trap though. They keep it honest.",
"Hurricanes will mess you up nine ways from Bethany. The green uniforms are neat. This is the flagship of the Pat O' line, and totally the best. If you wanna play tourist and get ripped early, this is as good as any place to start. In Guadalajara, they have a Carlos O'Brians, it just doesn't get better than that.",
"So maybe it's a tourist trap, but you gotta love a place where their motto is simply \"Have Fun!\" The main location on St. Peter Street is pretty big (several bars, a restaurant), but I have to say I love the courtyard patio the best...the flaming fountain is a nice touch, and it's just another New Orleans establishment that is...just cool. Have a hurricane there, and have another to-go (they'll pack it in a safe, to-go cup for you). If you want to save a few bucks, give 'em back their trademark glass...but it does make for a sweet souvenir. Oh, make sure you tip well especially if you ask the waiter to take a picture for you (otherwise they're liable to cut your heads off, trust me). Cheers!",
"Okay, so am I alone or does this place give anyone else spring break flashbacks? Four beyond drunken barely post-pubescent boys who have has so much to drink they cannot stand straight. The world for them is tilting ever so gently to the left...more...more...oops. Oh, all four? We have a frat boy down. I repeat, a frat boy down.\n\nI enjoyed wandering Bourbon Street with my open-top 64oz HIGHLY alcoholic fruit punch that they call a hurricane. Pat O'Brien's is indeed a tourist trap, but the floor show (see above) has moments of insane hilarity and I know of few tourist traps that hand over that much alcohol for $7.",
"Yes yes yes - it is a tourist trap whose sole purpose is to get you drunk on an oversweet gut churning fruit punch with a mules kick.\nSing out of key, laugh til you cry, and generally make a ass of youself with the rest of the tourists.\nIt is a total hoot, and everyone should let loose there at least once in their lifetime.\nDo I stop in every time in New Orleans - heck no, but every once in a while - just for fun, and have a ball with the rest of the idiots.",
"Its an unwritten rule that all \"tourists\" who visit New Orleans must stop and have a drink (e.g. hurricane) at Pat O'Briens! You even get to keep the glass... but after a night of hard drinking try bring that glass back to your hotel without breaking it!",
"I was lucky enough to travel to New Orleans pre-hurricane and see the city in all of its debaucherous glory. Although I was under 21 at the time, and with my mother, it didn't stop me from taking full advantage of the late night opportunities in the city.\n\nPat O'Brien's is famous for their hurricanes (irony, no?) - fabulous drinks that get you fabulously tanked. You can even get them to-go and wander the streets chugging your booze (the joys of not having open container laws). The outdoor patio is awesome with a huge fountain in the middle. If you visit New Orleans, you MUST stop by here.",
"Origin of the Famous Hurricane. In bartending school, it was the one drink I always forgot.\n\nCan't say much about the place itself, I just went in, got a Hurricane to go and left. Wasn't really feeling the vibe of the place.\n\nThe drink itself was tasty, and not strong at all. It was all gone and I had moved on by the time I walked back to the hotel (Royal Sonesta).\n\nStill, it's a nice thing to do when you're there...come for the Hurricane to say you've had it, stay...well, that's not necessary.",
"Yes, every tourist seems to flock to Pat's like flies on a Big Mac. Pat's opens at noon and the idiots are already lined up by 11am like non-members waiting to get into a frat party. \n\nBut, if you're going to try a Hurricane beverage, I must say that their mix outdoes any other on Bourbon Street. I tried a Hurricane at one of those many similar looking bars with drink machines reminiscent of an ice cream parlor with mosaic looking floors that blast that horrible accordian music...let's just say the Hurricane drink was nasty.\n\nI've never eaten at Pat's and don't think I ever will. There are just too many awesome out of the way joints in New Orleans to enjoy! Ciao!",
"Nonononononononoono!!\n\nThis is yuppie hell! Weak drinks! Ugh!! Just because its a local institution doesn't make it good! Avoid at all costs unless you think Rush and Division in Chicago is a cool place to hang out. If that is the case, you'll be right at home here.\n\nNO!"
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"Still my favorite Korean place on N 5th!\n\nAll I need now is a late night Korean place, one closer to downtown would be an even bigger score!",
"Very good Korean BBQ and Yook Hwe (raw beef with vegtables).\n\nThe place was a restaurant of a previous type and the decor is a little worn at the edges.... but the service is good and so is the food.\n\nHighly recommended.",
"One night, a friend and I decided to gorge on Korean BBQ (KBBQ for short). She recommended one of her favorites in northeast Philadelphia, Seo Ra Bol. When we got there, the restaurant was already full of people who also apparently like KBBQ.\n\nThat night I discovered that her taste in Korean food is impeccable - that was one of the better KBBQs I've been to in recent memory! We shared several orders of tender bulgogi and kalbi and worked on an order of omelettes. Like many Korean restaurants, there were buttons at each table to call servers if you need them. I think we called once, but servers were pretty present and helpful during our meal. Prices were typical but the food quality was on-par (if not better) than their competitors.\n\nStop by for a deliciously smelly - KBBQ - time!",
"This is my togo place for korean food PLUS the fact that they HAVE SUSHI!!!!!! woohoo!! and whats even better!? i live about 1 minute away . hahah! its definitely great food!! and they give u soo much appetizers that i keep ordering more!! beside the non english waitresses...all you need to do is press the button the side if youre sitting on the booths...and theyll come and you can just point to whatever on the menu, and theyll write it down. i think theres only like 1 lady who can somewhat speak english, other than that...i would like to have a korean friend to come and translate..hahah!! but besides the service, the food is just awesome. i go here if i wanna eat sushi, but they dont have spicy mayo so next time im gonna be ghetto and bring the mayo and they got the siracha for ya already! hahahah!! \n\nbut what i always get is the rajuuki (i think its spelled like that?) just tell them and theyll know, its like a better tasting crispier flavorful version of general tsos but totally different in taste and VERY GOOD!! that chickens good!!! and they give a lot so youll definitely get full off of that for 2 people. plus because they give you miso soup and their side dishes which is awesome!!! i love their side dishes!! the potato and fish crab tofu lookin thing is what i always reorder lol. and its definitely cheap. i only ordered rajuuki and sushi and all together was just 30 bucks for 2 people. definitely worth it for your money!! \n\nand the place is pretty big and roomy and plenty of big tables for bigger crowd cuz of the bbq peeps, but they also have the smaller tables for the non bbq eaters and they even have private rooms for the much bigger parties. so i would recommend it if youre in the neighborhood of ghetto side of northeast! hahah!! oh yea they even give u this cinnamon flavor drink thing after you eat, i guess its supposed to help you kill your fish breathe! hahah! and they even give u the best tea (that my friend loves) and plenty of water from the gallons!! not from the sink too!!! (well i see them pour it from the gallon that is...) \n\ni see everybody in here...so its definitely a go to spot..itll get hetic if theres too many people there cuz service will be running all around!",
"hands down - best korean food in philly.\n\nso authentic that i have only started seeing non-koreans in the place a few years back, which kind of threw off the mostly only-korean speaking staff.",
"I come here for their hwe-da-bap (green leafy salad in which you mix sashimi and a small bowl of rice). I was not disappointed.",
"Absolutely loved it! The korean BBQ was delicious. They give you so many little dishes of interesting apps even before you get what you ordered. The bibimap was especially good, (also I just like to say that word). The cinnamon tea at the end was a great end to the meal as well. Can't wait to go back again!!",
"My favorite Korean restaurant in Philadelphia, PA.\n\nThey give you the most and delicious side dishes, GREAT sushi, GREAT korean BBQ, BEST stew and etc etc. Always coming out satisfied and full :) Definately worth your money.\n\nIf you want to try out korean food, Seo ra bul is the place I highly recommend. you wont be disappointed.",
"We went to Seo Ra Bol for the bbq and we weren't dissapointed. My experience with kbbq is mostly from K-town in Los Angeles so I was sure what to expect in philly. We ordered the Beef Bulgogi and the Daeji Bulgogi (Pork). They bring you a huge platter of meat along with some hot coals and you cook it right there at your table. Both dishes were excellent. We ordered the california roll as an app and it was actually the best one I have had in philly for the price. There wasn't much interaction with the servers, but it wasn't really necessary considering that there is a button that you can push at your table if you need anything. The only drawback might have been the side dishes. There wasn't as much variety as I am used to but they were good nonetheless.",
"Friendliest service & BEST FOOD out of ALL the Korean restaurants in the Philly area. I don't eat Korean food anywhere else. Without a doubt!"
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"Nook is a super cute coffee bar recently opened by the former owners of the Walnut Bridge Coffee House. Despite Walnut Bridge's overpriced menu, I did love their coffee, attention to detail, and beautiful display of petit fours. \n\nThe petit fours are gone, replaced by baked goods I've yet to try. Everything smelled wonderful. \n\nMy coffee? Not so great. The One Village Coffee is made in a french press, then held in thermoses for keeping. I found my cup to be surprisingly weak and watery despite a plunge in the press. By using freshly roasted beans, they have a lot of control over acidity levels and keep these relatively low, but body was severely lacking in this cup o' joe. I'll give it another shot -- they're nice people and the baked goods still smell great... Let's call this 3.5...",
"I'm a huge fan of the people who run this joint and have been waiting for Nook to open since Walnut Bridge cafe closed down. They have the delicious muffin market cornered here in Philly and I have nothing but good things to say about their French press coffee and cold pressed iced coffee. With this place opening up, I can't imagine why anyone would continue to patronize the starbucks down the block.\n\nIt is clear, however that Nook still has a bit of work to do before it will become a neighborhood institution. The (lack of) decor had me confused if the shop really was open for business. They also have somewhat limited food offerings although, like I said what they do have is crazy delicious and baked on the premises by one of the owners. And it's certainly more expensive than other chain coffee houses in the area but I would argue that it is 110% worth it.\n\nLooking forward to a long relationship with Nook!",
"Things I loved:\n- The coffee, ours was pretty fresh. I love French Press!\n- The baked goods, which have the same deliciousness as Walnut Bridge's baked goods. Just as I remember it! The muffins, the cake, the scones... YUMMMM\n- The people. Still amazingly nice and wonderful!\n\nEdit:\n- The new decor... No longer empty!! :) The couches are super comfy and everything is all set up...",
"Went to Nook tonight for a gallery showing. Did not have the coffee, but the company, the baked goods, and atmosphere were spelindid. Will be going back for coffee soon!",
"I have been a fan of Walnut Bridge Coffee House for years and am thrilled that the fantastic coffee and wonderful baked goods are available again right nearby.\n\nThe iced coffee is, I think, the best in town; the new cold brew method makes for a very smooth flavor with no acidity.\n\nAnd, as others have pointed out, the baked goods are amazing -- the berry muffins are my favorite, except when the seasonal fig muffins are available. Or when I'm feeling decadent and have to have a chocolate chunk scone.\n\nPlus the owners are wonderful people and the barristas are great.\n\nAbandon the *-bucks habit and make your way to Nook!",
"The former Walnut Bride cafe is now located a block away from me. All I can say is \"Hallelujah\". Their baked goods are as good as it gets. I actually don't drink coffee,but my husband gives their iced coffee and iced lattes an A+. I like the iced tea a lot as well. The other day I bought lunch to take home-- a phenomenal high-crusted quiche with a little salad. Yum,yum. The owners are exceptionally helpful and friendly and the baristas seem nice as well. Regarding the decor, the walls are no longer empty--- beautiful, bright, colorful paintings abound. I appreciate that the space is larger so it doesn't feel crowded. Also big enough for baby strollers.... My friend evaluated the chocolate chip scone the best she ever tasted!!",
"I was a big fan of the former Walnut Bridge Coffee House, but luckily Nook is even closer to our apartment! The owners couldn't be nicer and the coffee and iced tea are delicious. It's close to Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts, but I hope people who care about good coffee won't get swayed by the chains.",
"BEST MUFFINS IN THE CITY\n\nPersonal Favs:\n-whole wheat fig\n-1/2 whole wheat peach",
"Yummy muffins, friendly service. Had already brewed my own coffee today, so haven't tried their coffee yet, but I will.",
"Right around the corner from my office, Nook is a convenient destination for that mid afternoon I need to take a walk before I fall asleep at my desk moment. Have tried a couple versions of their iced tea and particularly enjoyed the green tea with citrus--super refreshing when its hot outside. From the bakery case I tried the cream cheese brownie. Good but not fabulous for me. Will have to go hack for the muffins since everyone is raving about them! Service was incredibly friendly and that was much appreciated!"
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"Waited 10 min to place order and that was after I waved across room at manager. Despite having only 5 choices on breakfast menu they had no more grits and they werent serving breakfast yet. Lunch was in 15 minutes so I asked to wait until lunch was served (1030am). After 15 min of trying to get a server (any servers at all) attention I was finally brought a lunch menu. Many more choices for lunch so decided on PoBoys, Waitress returned asked me for my order then said hold on I dont think we have much for lunch let me check. She returned to saw they only have jambalaya, dirty rice and beans! Thats it!!! I left after spending nearlty 45 minutes in here with nothing to eat! This is obviously a poorly run establishment. Save your self some grief and time and pick up a smoothie instead at New Orleans Airport.",
"Airport food is hardly ever great. Zatarains at MSY was no exception. The eggs are not real. The biscuit wasn't warm or very good. The sausage was decent. The grits were the best part of the meal other than the price at $6.99... an incredible value for airport pricing. Our server was nice, too.",
"For airport food, this place really isn't all that bad. I saw that this restaurant had 1.5 stars, but I was starving at MSY airport, and nothing else at the airport looked promising. I had eaten some damn good food while in NOLA, and I just wanted something to hold me over as I traveled back to SF. \n\nWe got the sampler and a side of potato salad, and we were served within 6 or 7 minutes. \n\nThe Sampler was a trio of jambalaya, gumbo, and red beans and rice for $10. The portions were pretty generous, and the food came hot and fresh. Jambalaya and gumbo were not bad - not great, but not bad, at all. The red beans and rice were actually really good. \n\nThe potato salad was great! Tangy creole mustard with really well cooked potatoes, egg, and yummy dressing. \n\nWe paid $16 total with tip, and we were pleasantly surprised for the quality we got for the price.",
"For airport food, you can do a LOT worse. There aren't many sit down options at the New Orleans airport right now - most everything is \"under construction\", so Zatarains it was.\n\nDon't expect anything to be freshly made for you - there's about 5-6 choices and it all comes out of a steam table. Don't expect attentive service, as this place is a crowded hot mess. You can't expect too much from the people who make boxed rice, right?\n\nI had red beans and rice and a soda and was pleasantly surprised that (with tip) it was about $15. That's a veritable bargain at an airport. My food wasn't bad either - it was a lot of food and served with a big piece of sausage (that's what she said). \n\nIt's not Galatoire's but you can do much worse.",
"After wrapping up our Christmas holiday tour in Louisiana, we arrived in the New Orleans airport wanting to have one last snack before we departed for Nashville on Christmas Day. Alas, our snack was thwarted at every turn at Zatarin's. I understand that it was Christmas and was happy that someplace was open; however, the smoothie station across the way would have been a better choice but all the neat decorating, overall aesthetically pleasing design, and tables of people drinking mimosas beckoned me to this tourist trap. \n\nWe wanted to get some mimosas but they were out of champagne - we\nwanted shrimp and grits but they were out of that too. We settled on some inferior breakfast sandwiches and inferior cocktails - oh, smoothie station, forgive us for not going to you and adding some spirits from the bar. The only reason this place gets two stars is that our server was quite friendly and apologetic for not being able to fulfill our desires.",
"Well, this place looks like a bar, but they do serve a few meals for breakfast lunch and dinner. I've had worse shrimp and grits, but I've sure had better. They were supposed to be cheesy grits, but I didnt see any cheese with all of the red sauce dumped on top of it. It wasn't too hot either....well, the grits were but the red stuff dumped on top changed that b/c it was barely warm. Eat before you get to the airport or go to Popeye's in the terminal.",
"I grabbed lunch before my flight on Superbowl Sunday. I ordered Red Beans and Rice. It was horrible!!!! The worst red beans and rice I've ever had. It tasted like they dumped a cup of vinegar in it. The sausage was pretty good.",
"I had a little time to spare while waiting on my flight so I decided to rest here. I was torn as what to order, the guy next to me ordered a bowl of gumbo, it looked good! But I saw shrimp and grits on the menu, one of my favorites. I told Miss.Barbara (waitress/bartender) I was torn between the two, and bless her heart, she let me sample them both! The gumbo was her favorite and suggestion to me.\n I tasted both, the shrimp and grits was not like I expected and the gumbo was o-k. I opted for smoked sausage po-boy and a vodka cran.",
"Gabe had the sausage po boy which was good - the bread wasn't the best. I had the wrap - which I do not advise. All it had in it was dirty rice. Bleh.",
"Ate here before a flight. Service took a while to get started but then we got our food in no time.\n\nI had a roast beef poboy which was surprisingly good. Not great, this is airport food after all, but good. \n\nI do wish the airport had more options in the SWA area."
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"A welcome addition to Nashville. We split the sampler platter, roasted duck curry, chicken katsu, and orange chicken. The key word of this restaurant is \"light\". None of the dishes were heavy at all and the portions were adequately sized for one person. None of the greasiness that you find at most Asian places, yet just about everything still had outstanding flavor.\n\nEverything in the sampler platter was a hit. Both dumplings were great, spring rolls were great. The winner here was the crab rangoon. Finally - authentic crab rangoons in Nashville! Great balance of cream cheese and crab here, and the sweet and sour sauce served with it was great.\n\nAll our entrees were great. Again, light - the orange chicken was served on a bed of vegetables, onion, and ginger. A very mild orange taste but great nonetheless. The chicken katsu was closer to an egg foo young than a katsu curry. It was breaded chicken served with egg over some delicious jasmine rice. It had no gravy, which was unexpected, but still this dish really just hit the spot. Roasted duck curry came in a red coconut curry which was just excellent. The duck could have been more tender but it still tasted great.\n\nGreat service, decor and food. We will definitely be back.",
"What a great find. Located in the old Thai Star restaurant space The Eastern Peak has opened its doors with carefully selected offerings with their own twist on Asian treats. I had the salad with the *fabulous* ginger dressing, the spring rolls (deep fried vegetarian goodness), and the teppenyaki steak with veggies (that included sweet peas in the pod!) and fluffy jasmine rice. I can't wait to return and try some sushi. Service was super fast and very friendly. For some reason I expected it to be an order-at-the-counter type spot like Vui's down the road but it is regular full service. By the way: plenty of parking.",
"Great place to grab some sushi and Thai food! The service was wonderful and the food was amazing. I hope this place has great success.",
"Tried take out from this place for the first time tonight... It hands down beats all other Thai places in the area.. Super tasty food - really fresh and not too heavy or oily. We got the drunken noodles and the pad Thai. I'm obsessed with Thai food and have so far been let down by Thai places in nashville but The Eastern peak is my new favorite - so excited they've moved into the area!",
"Beautiful ambience and the food is awesome!!! Take your pick of your favorite Asian dishes and they have it, and it's all wonderful!!! Staff was great too!!! Will definitely be back frequently.",
"The Eastern Peak was nothing short of phenomenal. As soon as we sat down, the general manager sat down and discussed our night with us, explained the freshness of their food. When we got the food we could literally taste the freshness. The food was incredible. The atmosphere was very modern. The costumer service was on point. It was a very good visit and we will be sure to come back soon and bring the whole fam! \n\nDefinitely recommend trying the volcano roll btw. Ammmaaazzziinnngggg!",
"Food is very fresh! Great service and beautifully decorated! Cool bar and reasonable prices!",
"I was really excited to try Eastern Peak, because I would love for some more exciting restaurants in the South Nashville area! I had read about it on Yelp and decided to try it out for a family dinner night. The food was good, and the atmosphere was modern and exciting. The menu is quite large (everything from sushi to Thai noodle dishes and more). We shared a seared tuna appetizer (simple, quite good), and I tried the soy sauce noodles with tofu. The tofu wasn't the best, but the noodles were quite tasty. They haven't had their real opening yet, so I expect they're still working out some kinks in the food and service (I don't think their full bar is open yet). Our waitress told us they have a plans for a sushi happy hour, which sounded amazing! \n\nMy only real complaint about Eastern Peak? It's pricey. Which is fine. Except that your food better be amazing if you want patrons to pay so much more for a dish than they would pay somewhere else. I didn't try the sushi, because I thought the prices were a bit off and it didn't seem worth it. Hopefully, when they start their Sushi Happy Hour, I'll be able to go back and find out if the sushi is fresh and delicious enough to warrant the higher prices!\n\nAll in all, Eastern Peak is cool and hip. And the food I tasted was pretty good! Hoping that this place works out a few kinks prior to its real opening and turns out to be a great restaurant for the area! I definitely see myself trying it again in a few weeks or so! And I can see myself raising the number of stars from 3 to 4 or 5 if things go well!",
"The same old Thai menu that pops up everywhere. Awful mediocrity, bland food. Needs to try harder - the place was packed - deep sigh!",
"Amazing food, incredible service, modern/hip vibe. Can't wait to try new things on the menu. Excited to have a great restaurant in a different part of town. They're going to do really well!"
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"This place was probably the best part about my stay in Reno.\n\nIt's a driving range where you hit balls into a lake.\n\nPrizes for hitting one of many island greens and other targets. Very fun.\n\nOpen late (2am) with fun music, pleanty of drinks and lots of people.\n\nGood times!",
"cheap and fun place to go at night in the summer when it is finally comfortable outside, they are open late, and you can drink there.",
"This place is a blast. \n\nGreat place to come and smack a few balls. The prizes for sinking the balls in the assorted buckets on the islands doesn't hurt either.\n\nAsk for the locals bucket (knocks a bit off the price) and have fun!",
"$8.75 for 90 balls or $6.50 for 45 balls. $2 per club rental or $3 for 3 club rental. They have about 15 spots with 6 targets that you can win prized if you get a hole in one. They also have some chairs, tables, and umbrellas so you can bring lunch and drinks and enjoy as you shoot some golf balls also. There is a bee hive in one of the bushes so watch out for that. It was fun for me since it was the first time ever at a golf driving range. Just becareful if you have soft skin as blisters are a real possibility. I have rough skin from weight lifting so I didnt get any.",
"A couple rounds in the darkness is what you can expect from this driving range. They open late until 2am sometimes, but at least until midnight on most days. You get to hit off into the pond and there are islands with prize pots in them. Funny thing is that they actually have a car on one of the islands, and you can tell it's been hit by many golf balls. Still, we tried our best to make a dent in it. The prices are fair, 7 bucks for a medium basket of golf balls or 9 bucks for a large. You can also rent clubs from the caddy hut, it's about 3 bucks for 3 clubs. I recommend a 7, 9, and a driver. It's a great stress relief if you lost a few rounds at the casino!",
"I've never been to a driving range where you can purposely hit balls into the water. The balls are reasonably priced and you can rent clubs here for a couple of bucks. \n\nOne awesome thing here is if you hit an hole in one (on one of the floating greens), you can win some pretty cool prizes. One of the big prizes was a trip for two to Hawaii. It's a nice incentive for practicing your golf swing. \n\nThe range is open late, but call ahead because they will close early if there isn't anyone hitting balls in the dark.",
"I'm still trying to hit the ball straight, by no means I would call myself anything other than a guy who won a set of fancy clubs in a raffle. I seriously look like I'm trying to pick up roadkill with my golf swing, although by my 4th Pacifco (woot woot.. they serve beer here too!) I was swinging like Rafael Nadal playing American cricket..",
"Locals buckets at a discount. It wasn't too busy in the morning hours. Parking is always easy because they have reserved spots for the range.",
"This was by far the most entertainment for my kids money could buy. $3 for 3 club rental, I think $10 for a big bucket of 85 balls - man we spent a couple of hours out here laughing at how terrible we are as golfers. Was definitely a family bonding moment.\n\nHope we didn't piss off the real golfers out here during our antics. And apologies to the one golfer about 3 spots down from us that our ball almost ricochet and hit. Really, we are that bad. Barely got those dimpled balls over into the water. \n\nDon't want to scare anyone, but when we go to Reno, we'll definitely be back!",
"You could not have more fun at this price. A couple bucket of balls, a few clubs, and a lake. I hope we didn't get the other golfers here upset by how loud we were laughing at ourselves for our lack of swing skills. Hey, those islands aren't easy to hit.\n\nAt least we didn't slice and knock out a neighbor. Though I think we came close. \n\nBest entertainment for a family of four your hard earned money can buy. Come by here and enjoy yourself."
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"Short version: Good food, friendly service, great view.\n\nWhen I first found this little gem in Yardley, PA, it was housed in a small structure right on River Road. As the road's name implies, it is right by the Delaware River, therefore the view from this restaurant can be soothing to the soul. They also had picnic tables across the river by the river bank. The food is American, comfort food. I've always experienced friendly service. After Yardley's two major floods shut it down two years in a row, they rallied and rebuilt to this beautiful big structure propped up about 20 feet. The new building is bigger but also has a huge panel of glass windows so that as you eat, you can look out the window from almost anywhere you sit in the restaurant. Since you are on the second level, you are looking out at the river with nothing to obstruct your view, except maybe the power line, or a fellow diner if you are not by the window. \nNo, I have not forgotten about the food. They serve all three meals and there is something for everyone. Their service is always friendly. In addition to their regular menu, they also have creative daily specials. I especially like their NY Strip Steak, which is on the regular menu. Since i work nearby, I have brought various coworkers there for lunch and they all enjoyed the food and the view.",
"My family and I had a wonderful dinner with great service. I had New York Strip Steak cooked perfectly with wonderful charcoal broil flavor. The meal included salad and two sides. I chose baked potato and asparagus. The asparagus was delicious. I am very critical of asparagus in restaurants but this was cooked just right. The decor is minimalist but nice. Also, the restaurant provides a wonderful view of the Delaware river.",
"With a name like Charcoal Steak's 'N Things, I assumed that this was more like a dinner than a sit-down, table clothed restaurant. Well my assumption was not correct. My assumption was incorrect. The restaurant has a certain casual elegance that makes me feel comfortable in a sports jacket, yet also can wear a pair of jeans. \n\nOK, now for what's important...\n\nSo I had their NY Strip like one of the reviewers suggested. WOW Nothing fancy, just an outright perfectly cooked delicious steak. The meat was so soft. Apparently, the chef / owner wraps the steaks in butter wraps and this is part of the secrets to his success. \n\nService was excellent. Always there to take away your clean plate and refill your drinks. We were there with our 19 month old daughter so timing was important and they certainly were FAST (plus the place was pretty crowded).\n\nLastly, but certainly not least was the view. The views of the Delaware river doesn't get much better than this unless you are on your own row boat.",
"I went here for breakfast on a Sunday morning, and it was packed. The staff were friendly and quick, and we were seated in minutes.\n\nThe service was good. My only problem with the place, at least for breakfast, is that the menu is pretty basic. I'd rather go to IHOP.",
"Hmmm...this restaurant has so much potential...but fell short for us. The menu choices sounded amazing and BYOB was most excellent! \"American French Bistro\"...I expected small portions and...yes... they were very small...but I was still hoping the American part would make the portions a little bigger. Maybe that would not have been a problem but our looong wait for our food made us too hungry and perhaps we gobbled it down too fast. \nWhen I called to make a reservation I was told \"no more than a 10 min. wait and they only take a reservation for 8 or more.\" Needless to say I was surprised to hear a party of 5 had a reservation but were 10 min. late and their table was given away...that moved us up one party so I was happy about that. The hostess lost track of which party needed to be seated next. It was very disorganized. \nAfter a 25 min. wait we were seated at a table next to the beautiful view of the river. (Once it got dark the ambiance went away) Our waitress was very sweet and brought us (stale) bread and wine glasses right away. \nWe waited at least 45 min. for our first course and then an additional 35 min. or more for the main course. Seemed way too long and we were told they were short a man in the kitchen. (we did not complain...waitress felt we waited too long and she apologized). \nThe menu choices sounded so delicious and unique and I had a hard time choosing but decided on a bowl of the butternut squash soup as my first course and the 13 Hour Potbelly pork with peanut butter powder as my second course. My Husband chose the hamburger with the pickled onions and egg and our friends had the beef medallions and the petite steak. \nAll of us enjoyed the taste of our food. The problem was...my soup was served in a great big bowl but I only got 4 spoonfuls and it was gone. My Potbelly pork was small and very fatty but tasted great. The best meal and most filling was the hamburger! My husband said it was his best ever! \nI doubt we would go back to this restaurant and I would not recommend it but if I did the hamburger is the way to go! \nI suggest eating before you dine here.",
"From September 2004 through June 2006, three major floods devastated the former Charcoal Steak Egg & Things and the rest of Yardley. The owner, Tony Plescha, rebuilt and elevated this place. After the rebuild, the name, decor and menu were overhauled.\n\nWhat was once a great general diner evolved into a fairly high-end bistro. The food is very good, the menu frequently changes and the view of the Delaware River from the dining room is fantastic. The chicken parmesan I had here was among the best, and most unique, i have ever tasted.The servers are mostly longtime employees who do a great job.\n\nOn the downside: the portions are small and the prices are somewhat high. If you are childless and looking for a great nearby place for a nice, almost artistic dinner, this place is very, very good. If you are really hungry or want wide menu or have kids, there are better places nearby.",
"It was nice to get out of Philly for New Year's. We went to Yardley. In the morning (noon), we decided to go out for a bite before heading back to the city. This was so nice. It was like sitting on someone's closed-in porch, and I like that. Great views of the Delaware River, friendly and helpful service, superb burger. I couldn't decide between the burgers or breakfast, but I was happy with my choice. Bacon cheeseburger with Dijon and caramelized onions. We wanted to take pictures, but we wanted to eat them even more. I don't know WHAT type of bacon that was, but it was perfect. Yummy fries, too. I had a look at the French onion soup, too. Great! 3 of the 4 of us had burgers, though. Outstanding.",
"I am new to the area and work in Yardley so Charcoal is rather close and is likely to be on my regular list for lunch spots. Sure, the selection in Yardley is limited but, I would have to say that Charcoal does a pretty good job. The view is unmatched, the food is good, and the service is friendly. I think the prices at lunch are fair but, after viewing the menu for dinner, it is unlikely that I will ever dine there at night.",
"I think prior reviews are pretty accurate descriptions of Charcoal in general, so I'll stick to the main reason for my review - the DarbyBurger. I have to say, these guys are on their game. The Darby is billed as Cajun, with bacon, BBQ sauce, and pepper jack cheese. It was served up perfectly medium rare, with crisp bacon ans a side of mixed SP/REG fries. Big, juicy, grilled flavor. It was a messy, delicious, serving of carnivorous delight. Wimpy would gladly pay you Tuesday for a Charcoal burger today. \n\nBurgerlicious rating = 7.0",
"well, cant agree with the other good reviews. didnt really find this place to our liking. menu was limited with elaborate additions--maybe I am just too selective. There were only 2 items on the dinner menu I could eat for one reason or another. VERY expensive...didnt realize they changed from a hometime casual burger joint to an exclusive \"french'themed river watching eatery. Food wasnt really seasoned well...bland. dont think I will return. unsure how the other mealtimes are there....would expect more of the same..."
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"a great place for cheeses, wine, cannolli shells. \nNot much else I can say about this place. \nThe staff has always been exceptionally friendly-- which I admire and respect.",
"Talk about a diamond in the rough--Viviano's in Fenton. This is a lunch/dinner joint and Italian market. You can find ANYTHING Italian cooking related at the store inside. Imported cheeses, meats, rare ingredients, wines, gelato... \nTheir menu is not huge but everything is delicious. Their Special Salad is a meal by itself. All their sandwiches use the best quality ingredients. And if they are not really busy you can get your food to go or dine-in pretty fast.\nI work close enough that I walk there sometimes for lunch. It's always worth it.\nTo top it off, the owner, is the friendliest guy around. Very good chance you'll see him when you stop by.",
"I went here one night with my family and I wanted a dessert. Well, I have never been a fan of cannolis and have never really been a fan of tiramisu either but those were my choices this particular night so I resigned myself and went with the tiramisu. \nNot only was it the best tiramisu I have ever tried, it was also a damned fine dessert in general. If all tiramisus were equal to Viviano's, I would have been a fan long ago. YUM!\n\nUpdate: One of the frickin' best places to get cheese garlic bread. If heaven were made of cheese, eden made of garlic and utopia made of bread, it *might* come close to the cgb at Viviano's.",
"Very good Italian food. The portions are large and prices are very low for the quality and amount of food you get. Salads are excellent and huge. Owners are extremely nice and always friendly to talk to as well. GREAT cheeses here, too.",
"Wow! This is really in Fenton (where I live)!!? \n\nVivianos is part grocery store/deli and part restaurant. It's nothing flashy, but the food was like homecooking -- tasty, quick and hearty. I have no complains and I'll be back here whenever I need a quick bite!",
"Great Italian market/resturant, definately one of the best places for lunch in the area.\n\nThe sandwiches are great but what keeps me coming back are the pasta dishes, all are great! The half order is more than enough and at about $5 a plate one of the best deals in Fenton. Add teh fact that it's localal owned and is filled with great Italian market goods and you'd be hard pressed to beat it.",
"Viviano's is tasty goodness!\n\nIt has a great selection of Kaldi's coffees, wines, cheeses, Boar's Head deli meats, and tons of dry goods for Italian cooking. But, what I love is the food.\n\nFesta Italiano. Enough said. It's the most delicious roast beef sandwich ever created. Hot roast beef with melted Provel cheese and garlic butter on muffaletta bread.\n\nIf you MUST trying something else, the pastas are good and my friends like the Mangia Bene (ham) and Turkey Pan Bagna.\n\nGo forth and eat.",
"Mike is the guy who we always see there. REALLY nice guy who remembers us.\n\nThis store/restaurant is just plain fun. It is hard to go down the aisles of groceries from Europe and not buy something just on impulse buying alone, from Italian cookies to good wine.\n\nTheir food from the restaurant is very good. The Carbonara is good and the Muffaletta Sandwich is darn good too. You can tell the food is good because most of the time all of the tables are filled. \n\nBe sure to pick up some of the ravilois in the freezer section to take home. The ravs with mushrooms in them are to die for!",
"Having been here before and enjoying my experience then, I decided to give Viviano's 3 stars instead of 2. However, if today were my first visit, it would also have been my last. I was craving pasta so I decided to go with the special of the day, the lasagna with a side salad. The staff was very friendly and Mr. Viviano himself was at one of the registers. The wait-time for the food was appropriate and our order came out correctly. However, the so-called special of the day was served luke-warm at best. The bread accompanying the dish was also a cold slice off a baguette and the butter was rock hard. Doesn't \"lasagna\" conjur up the memories of hot steam rising over pasta and sauce with cheese that melts and stretches forever? I was very disappointed... Once I requested the pasta be repeated, it was still only mediocre in flavor and didn't satisfy ny craving for decent/good Italian. The only upside to the meal was the side salad with its house dressing and artichoke hearts.",
"This place rocks! I am fairly picky and always have a special request to my orders and not once have they not come through with that request. I also like how the owner seems to always be present and asks if my order is to my liking. The market section has a good selection and I usually find myself going home with a can of San Marzanos and a package of meatballs when I just popped in for a sandwich."
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"I've had Lorenzos, Tony's, Tacs..you know the rest. Couch Tomato has the best slices I've had. If you're into thin and crispy, you have to try one. They definitely have the gourmet toppings (taco, buffalo chix, white) and they do calzones, too.\n\nEvery girl in line will no doubt be ordering their hufreakingmungous bowls of salads, but get twice slices of pizza and a soda and sit outside. I promise you you'll love it.\n\nVote for this baby next time Citysearch is running their Best Ofs. . .",
"Let's talk turkey is the best wrap I've ever had in my life. This place is amazing, highly recommended, and immensely satisfying! \n\n\nP.S. Their margherita pizza calzone is also spectacular.",
"This is an awesome place to stop and get a cheap good meal. They have whole wheat options and its a BYOB. Their salad and slice selection is amazing. \n\n It is small but they have some outside seating and right next to Main St. Manayunk. \n\nYou can also bring your dog to sit outside or if you have to go in to get take away.",
"Everything here is good or great. It will probably cost between $6-12/pp. They give me looks for using credit cards which annoys me. I heard they're opening the second floor this year. Delivery speed is inconsistent.",
"I am going to sound like a suck-up - but Couch Tomato is one of the best, if not THE best cafe outside of the city. C.T. is right off of Main St in Manayunk and specializes in specialty pizzas, wraps, and salads. The atmosphere inside is neat with stools, a bright red couch and tables. Add in some track lighting and you've got 'neat'. \n\nUsually when I goto a place like this I like to try their vegetarian entres because they are usually the most creative ones - not at CT. On my first visit with a friend from college we indulged on a Paco's Taco Pie. This pizza had meat, sour cream, tortilla chips, and some great cheeses. The 2nd time I visited with my parents we all went the salad route (which I recommend now) and got the 'Strawberry Fields Forever' salad which had greens, strawberries (duh), almonds, and coconut shavings. \n\nI know a lot of yelpers aren't the biggest Manayunk fans (not that I can blame them), but if you are outside the city swing a turn on that exit 338 and try Couch Tomato - you'll say, \"Thanks Matt H.\"",
"I agree with just about everything everyone else has said about the couch: it's amazing. Definitely my favorite place to get a quick healthy meal in manayunk. All the wrap menu items can be made as salads, or you can do my favorite, the make-your-own salad. The ingredients are tiered by price, so it can get a little expensive for a salad if you get a lot of them, but it's well worth it. The have some of my favorite salad toppings including artichokes, kalamata olives, and gorgonzola (though I am sad they got rid of baby corn). The white or wheat bread served with all salads is fresh and hot... warm chewy goodness.\n\nTheir pizza is excellent as well, especially if you like thin, crispy crust and different toppings. Try the spinach and feta, yum. Delivery can be slow, so pick-up is a better option. The outside seating along main street is great in warm weather, and inside the high-top tables, counter seating, and big red couch are nice too. Definitely come to couch tomato if you're in manayunk!",
"Best salads everrrrr. I have never CRAVED salad the way I do now. They make their dressing fresh on site and it really makes a difference. Even though my favorite salad was taken off the menu (Oriental Expressions), they still make it for me. I don't know how they cook their chicken, but it is very juicy and flavorful. It is a good place for vegetarians as well.\n\nThe only downside is it's in Manayunk.",
"The first time I went here, I had a little trouble finding it. It's not on Main Street, but Rector Street. I love the whole wheat pizzas. It is rather filling. If you're not in the mood for a pizza, the salads are great too, but they are pretty big.",
"Decent but I'm not kvelling over it. \n\nYou're best best is the eggplant parm pie or the buffalo chicken pie. Their default plain slice is kinda bland.",
"mmm my mouth salivates thinking about the couch tomato. hands down the best place ever! pizzas are great, but what i really crave is their salads. they are fresh, unique, and tasty. the dressings are hand-made and amazing. my favorite is the strawberry fields forever, that has strawberries, sliced almonds, flaky coconut, and creamy poppy seed dressing. sounds weird, tastes delicious. I miss this place!"
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"Avery's Po-Boys is on Tulane Ave between Broad St and Galvez St. Tulane Ave used to be called \"The Miracle Mile\" way back when this area was popping. Currently, there are two large hospitals being built. They will be completed in about three years. So today, it's construction workers, tomorrow it will be hospital workers. Of course the courthouse is close and there lots of residential units that sprang up post Katrina. I do hope Avery's can make it. My experience was very good. I had the grilled chicken po-boy. It was huge for $7.50 and cooked to perfection. Bread was fresh and the veggies were crisp. I may try the seafood po-boys in the future, however just around the corner is my favorite place for the shrimp po-boy. Justin the owner was great too. By the way, Avery is his daughter's name. Good luck to Justin and family!",
"Excellent food. Friendly staff. So close to work I can walk there. Great little place to grab a bite to eat. Love the home cooked feeling the food has. Swing by for lunch and check it out.",
"Fantastic Po boy and Creole fries. Christy was great, and I love the eclectic feel of the place. I will be going back!!!",
"Avery's is one of those special places that makes New Orleans one of the greatest cities on Earth.\n\nDuring my early afternoon visit I was delighted to find a quaint yet spacious dining room adorned with eclectic local artwork, comfortable and roomy tables, and a friendly staff stationed behind the order counter.\n\nAvery's menu is a poboy connoisseur's dream! Local favorites such as roast beef debris, turkey, and shrimp meet new favorites like buffalo shrimp and sweet potato fries, and yes even REAL Des Allemands catfish! The prices are beyond affordable and the selection seems carefully planned to accommodate seasoned local diners and visitors alike.\n\nFor lunch I chose a 1/2 and 1/2 buffalo shrimp and catfish dressed with fried pickles and sweet potato fries. Heaven! The shrimp were perfectly cooked and not over sauced, the catfish screamed of freshness, and the French bread was warm and soft with just the right amount of chewiness. My fried pickles were done right -- crinkle cut chip style without too much breading, served hot with horseradish cream and bleu dressing for dipping. And the fries? Perfection! I'm all of 140lbs soaking wet yet I still managed to find the gluttony to put away every single bite.\n\nIt's been a long time since I've endulged in a poboy here in my city, but thanks to Avery's the indulgence won't take such a long hiatus. This place is perfect for a delicious lunch with great friends, or even solo thanks to the warmness of the owners who oversee every meal.",
"Wow. Just wow.\n\nOrdered the buffalo shrimp po boy, some biscuits (g-sus!), and split a fried potato salad and was not let down during any part of it. I had a good feeling going into this place because of the reviews and a close friend of mine (who doesn't like anything) really jeff'd for this spot. Best decision i made all day coming here. \n\nSo reasonably priced, and for the quality and quantity of food served, i really hope to see this place stick around. I heard the owner (i guess) sort of mention to one of their regulars (i guess) how they weren't really in the place they wanted to be just yet, but i believe once that medical center gets up and operating, they'll be a spotlight of Tulane Ave.",
"Walked in and ordered 2 shrimp and a buffalo shrimp. My order was out in less than 10 minutes, I didn't have time to finish my coke!! My buffalo shrimp was excellent with blue cheese crumbles!! Deelish! I will be returning again.",
"Best catfish po'boy I've ever had. And the buffalo shrimp po'boy is also super a nice change from the normal po'boy selections. My only complaint is maybe just a little too much bleu cheese. I work right across the street so I've eaten here a few times and I've never been disappointed.",
"Delicious. You have to try the buffalo shrimp po boy with blue cheese. It is fantastic.",
"Was going to lunch with a co worker who said she wanted a good poboy so I opened my friendly yelp app, typed in poboy and Avery's popped up with a 5 star rating. We decided to try it out and were so glad we did. She had the oyster poboy cooked to perfection and I had the buffalo shrimp platter with fried pickles and onion rings. To say that everything was amazing is an understatement. The food was quick, cooked perfectly; the staff was super nice and friendly; the atmosphere was a great suprise too. We were going to take our order to go, but as we sat down for a few minutes we decided to stay and eat there. What a great choice. We work at the hospital site and are native New Orleanians and we will be back. In fact when we heard they deliver, we are thinking of using them for some of our office lunches. I can't say enough about how awesome Avery's is. They do no have parking behind the building and you may not realize they are open until you are right in front of the building, so don't pass it up thinking they are not open. They also said they are open until 4 Monday - Wednesday and until 6pm on Thursday and Friday. I will be ordering dinner for tomorrow night to pick up on my way home for sure.",
"Really good food, friendly service and reasonable prices for a po-boy shop. Highly recommended!"
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"This place used to be Serendipity, and since I've haven't been to Banana Leaf yet, I'll make this review for Serendipity instead.\n\nSerendipity is a restaurant that tried to serve a little bit of everything. I'm not sure if the owners were Korean or Chinese, because Korean food and Chinese food made up the bulk of the menu. The sushi was good for the price you paid, and the Bibimbap was adequate. The thing that made this place great was that it was open late so that you could eat after a Troc show, and domestic bottles were 2 bucks a pop.\n\nIt also had a really creepy big screen projector that always had weird Taiwanese or Korean karaoke videos on. ALL THE TIME.",
"My boyfriend & I ordered delivery from here last night, so unfortunately I can't review the ambiance/style/cleanliness of the restaurant, only the food (& the delivery, which was fast, the food hadn't seemed to be effected negatively by it). But don't fret, we will make sure to sit down & eat there in the near future because we felt our food was absolutely delicious!\nA Malaysian treat for the taste buds, the food was well prepared, fresh & full of flavor. The simple fried rice was some of the best I think I've ever had & my dish of mango chicken was completely scrumptious. There was TONS of juicy yummy mango slivers in it, no scrimping at all.\nTheir menu of dishes was quite large as well as broad. I would be surprised if someone couldn't find anything that they wanted to eat there.\n\nIf you have taste buds, I highly recommend Banana Leaf!",
"Banana Leaf is like Penang but way more homey and less crowded. I love their food selection and the food is always fresh. Their coconut rice is perfect. I just had to add a 5 star rating to the reviews because my boyfriend and I love going to this restaurant for a cheap, plentiful and tasty meal. The servers are always nice and the decor is fun and outdoorsy.",
"I was a little disappointed with this place. I took my family here for my parents anniversary . The appetizers were good, but the curry was horrible. Since my parents love curry I ordered EVERYTHING curry off this menu, and i have never been more disappointed. And I couldn't believe the prices they charged !! But I must say, the dessert menu was yummy, and the wait staff was great. Very attentive. My suggestion. Go to penang for dinner, and come here for dessert.",
"My husband and I literally go to Banana Leaf on a weekly basis. We're always greeted by a friendly staff and wonderful dishes. If we ever order something that we are not satisfied with, the staff makes no fuss and replaces our dish. It's a must visit for all venturing to Chinatown. I wanted to make sure and write a plug for them because even though we're moving away, we hope they'll be around on our visits!",
"EkkK!!\nBanana Leaf has discovered my weakness: Food&Fruits. \n\nI loved loved loved loved my mango chicken. Little slivers of mangos with little slivers of chicken. Spicy, sweet and sour. All presented in the shell of the mango itself!! So cute and pretty and delicious. \nuh oh...\nproblem...\nit don't come with rice. \n\"Want to get two orders of coconut rice?\"asked the boyfriend.\nWheeee!! Problem solved.\n\nNow, there's the little hint of coconut that peeks out from the tangy and sweetness of the mango chicken. It's so good that I would married it if I haven't devoured it already.\n\nWe also ordered the Roti Canai which is good as usual. It was the boyfriend's first time eating it, so he was dipping the pancake into the sauce going \"what is this sauce?.. it taste so familiar\". Two long minutes later \"It's curry!!\". I go \"well duh. I told you that when i was ordering\". (i never said i was dating him for his intelligence).\n\nBoyfriend ordered the Thai Basil Noodle which is long flat noodles with chicken, chinese broccoli, onion, shrimp and of course basil. Cue in the boyfriend\n \"ewww there's basil in here\". \n\"well yea, it is Thai BASIL noodle.\"\n\"eww. I thought it would be little basil, not chunks of it. Ewww\"\n\nagain.. not dating for intelligence (although i should)\n\nhalf an hour later with both of us incrediblely stuffed.\nlittle man comes with our complimentary tapicoa sweet soup. \nawwwww\n\n/edit jan. 17. 2008/ Oh Banana Leaf, I gave you my heart. And what did you do with it? You chew it up, spit it out and stomp the living **** outta it. Why must you be so cruel to attempt to satisfy my craving for eel rolls by serving me non-fresh eel with large pointy bones in it?! Why? Oh why!!. That costed you an extra star. \n\nStay away from the sushi if you dont want your heart broken.",
"This place was started by cooks from Penang. \n\nI got sushi because I was in a sushi mood (read: Drunk), but I don't I'll get sushi from a Malaysian place anymore. It tasted off.\n\nAlso, I ordered this drink..which I thought was a drink and it was served frozen, in a bowl, with a spoon. When you're a bit drunk the last thing you want is to discover that your drink needs to be drank with a spoon from a bowl. Seriously.",
"My friends and I are a regular at this restaurant. It has a very similar menu to Penang but great service and friendly staff and better taste. Highly recommended for authentic Malaysian food.",
"The best Malaysian restaurant in the city. The best dish is Thai Basil Noodles. Try it and you will get addicted!",
"I liked eating here, the malaysian is pretty decent, not too over priced. the food is of the highest quality. although the only thing I have a problem with is their posted hours, it says 10 am, but they have not opened until 10:30 or 11 am.\n\nstaff is nice, service isnt too bad."
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"In addition to the full menu, there are 12 platters priced at $7.99 all day which include sides. There is a free well stocked toppings bar with a dozen items to add to your plate. Alcohol served. I came on Wednesday, half price appetizer day. (Tues is $1 tacos, Thursday $5 Tortas)",
"This was our first time trying Salsa Verde. When we walked in there were employees there to help us navigate the menu and instructions for ordering. I would say that this restaurant is a combination of an authentic Mexican sit-down restaurant and a Chipotle. I appreciated the food quality, fast service and friendly faces. Good prices also! We will be back!",
"Really liked this place. Great tacos and the salsa bar is good. I plan to return.",
"Great tamales! Just visited for the second time and enjoyed it again. Love the salsa bar. The staff keeps things clean and the food is great and inexpensive. Give it a try!",
"Tried this place on a whim and it's not what we were expecting, but we were not disappointed! It's not the typical Mexican restaurant. You place your order when you walk in and they bring the food to your table. Then you have a \"salsa\" bar with lots of salsa and vegetable toppings to choose from. What I like best about this place is the fresh ingredients and the high quality of food. I tried four different kind of tacos (fish, pork, steak, and chorizo ~my fav!) that were served open faced style on a soft corn tortilla. My girlfriend ordered two vegetable tacos. All were excellent! We're happy we discovered this place, we will be returning.",
"Fresh and made to order. Think of a traditional sit down quality restaurant with fast food speed of service. I loved the Carne Asada con Camarón: Grilled skirt steak topped with grilled shrimp, tossed on garlic butter and served with rice, beans, fresh garnishes and your choice of corn or flour tortillas for only $12.99. Partner your entree with a guacamole appetizer served in a stone bowl and tips. Recommended. Salsa Verde also has a salsa bar where you can add to your creation. Plenty of choice to choose from including pickled carrots, radishes, lime infused onions, and a host of salsa varieties.\n\nOur party also had the Nachos Supremos, Enchiladas Mexicanas, Pollo Asado con Arroz, Torta Ahogada, and the Tacos de Pescado Chipotle. All menu items as well as the $5.99 margaritas were exceptional. The staff were prompt, friendly, and attentive. TV's in the dining room, seating for about 50 and ample bar are nice features as well.",
"My wife and I were very disappointed. We had a take out order which was processed quickly AMD with courtesy. When we arrived home, however, the Steak Chimichanga that I ordered was extremely salty and difficult to eat. My wife had a couple of tacos - also very salty. I would not recommend this place. Go to Taco 246 on N High School road and 30th street which is a place that really gets it.",
"We decided to go here for lunch after passing by it several times during our grocery shopping trips. Great food, friendly staff, and quick service. We were not disappointed. Will definitely be coming back!",
"Weird concept...like trying to mix Taco Bell with a traditional Mexican restaurant. You order and pay at the front door, then sit down and wait for your food to be delivered. \n\nPrice...not too bad. Chimi with stewed beef, rice, and beans was 7.99 and included the drink. \n\nFood: no chips and salsa at the table, which is what you expect at Taco Bell, not at a traditional Mexican restaurant. As for the Chimi, it was so salty and bland I couldn't stomach it. Everyone in my party mentioned the food was bland. When they picked up four plates which less than half the food was eaten off each plate, they didn't ask if anything was wrong... \n\nRecommendation: I really believe they are trying to compete in the fast food space here. Do yourself a favor and pass on this place. Save yourself the disappointment and hit the Taco Bell instead.",
"Beyond words. The feel of the store is uplifting. The staff is more than accommodating and polite. The food is everything a mexican restaurant should be. Churros and choriqueso is a must. Will be back any time im craving mexican :)"
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"Divan Mediterranean Grill, not to be confused with the old defunct Divan Turkish Kitchen, is a new and terrific restaurant with many Mediterranean dishes but featuring Turkish cuisine. \n\nThe food is outstanding. The Cigar Borek is a delicious hot appetizer: fresh, tasty feta cheese inside a light roll of pastry in the shape of a cigar, served on a bed of lettuce and tomato. The appetizer has 4 cigars - enough to share - so it's very reasonably priced at $5.50. The chicken and lamb kebabs are also outstanding, served with delicious homemade Turkish rice with toasted pine nuts, a vegetable medley, and a wonderful yoghurt dipping sauce. The baklava and rice pudding were fresh, homemade, and delicious. A generous serving of delicious Turkish bread is complimentary and served at the beginning of the meal. This food tastes like you were eating at your favorite aunt's house, assuming your favorite aunt is an expert cook.\n\nThe decor is quite elegant with imported Turkish marble and very tasteful decorations, also imported from Turkey, on the wall. The service was fast, friendly, and attentive.\n\nThe restaurant is also conveniently located, just a block south of South Street, on S. 6th Street. This is a wonderful addition to the Queen Village restaurant scene. BYOB.",
"Had been curious about this place for a while. Went in last night. The deco is nice and crisp. Staffs were friendly and prompt. The food was delicious, shepherd salad was fresh and tasty, fried caft liver was just right and not over cooked, egg plant pan cake was a surprise in a good way I should clarify, egg plant lamb bbq was excellent. Three appt and one main for two and we still have left over to take home. \n\nBYOB keeps the bill low and more tips for the waitress.",
"Wonderful service. Delicious food! My boyfriend and I both had fish entrees and they were cooked perfectly! They only come with a salad so we also had the falafel appetizer and red hot pepper cold appetizer. Both were great! We used a restaurant.com gift certificate and the place is a BYOB. Awesome food, great deal, and wonderful service. I couldn't have been happier! They also gave my boyfriend a special treat for his birthday dessert. I can't wait to go back.",
"Divan is an excellent restaurant! A few of my girlfriends and I went there last Sunday afternoon sitting outside, enjoying the beautiful weather while having amazing food, desserts and hookah.\nI have never been to a restaurant where the customer service is so incredible. The staff is helpful, quick and attentive. They are very friendly.\nThe menu is reasonably priced so you won't break the bank going on a date or just hanging out with friends. The decor is beautiful and welcoming. There are so many authentic Turkish pieces in there. It makes you feel as though you took a trip there. \n\nLastly, and my favorite..It's BYOB. Unlike a lot of places, they don't charge a cork fee.\nThis place is a must!",
"Goodbye South St Souvlaki. I'll be walkin around the corner to 6th & Bainbridge. Divan's chicken shish kabob platter was so delish. Perfectly marinated, juicy, over a bed of fluffy rice with a side of red cabbage & carrots. Falafel platter done equally well. The Shepards salad was wonderful, with tomatoes, cucumber, red pepper, onion & feta-- diced small, the way I love it. The comp pita for the table was grilled and toasty but light and fluffy. Amazing. Large portions, and really reasonably priced. Looking forward to next time.",
"This spot is off the beaten track, but any wayfarer who stumbles into this place is due for a delightful meal of Turkish proportions. It is a low volume, highly personalized dining experience, and as advertised on their storefront, is a BYO with no corking fee. We skipped the appetizers, as their entrees were known to be huge.\n\nWe ate the entrees. They was aite. \n\nWe ate some dessert. It was aite.\n\nThe end.",
"Have been walking by this place for a few months & tonight went in with a friend. Food was excellent. We started with stuffed grape leaves, served on lettuce with lemon wedges, and some spinach rolls with a yogurt sauce for dipping. Tasty! He had stuffed eggplant (with ground lamb) & I had the vegetarian shish kebob. The food was as good as I could've hoped for, the prices reasonable (about $50 for the two of us) and the ambiance extremely pleasant. They put some money into this place. I live a block away and plan to go again & again.",
"Vey good Middle Eastern food with heavy Turkish influence. Inexpensive, tasty and pleasant surroundings.",
"Excellent Turkish restaurant with a very nice atmosphere, I think this would be a great place for a date or romantic dinner or whatever.. Baked eggplant with ground lamb was fantastic! a huge platter of well seasoned food, served with a side of shredded cabbage/onions/carrots, a scoop of rice, and a pretty large feta cheese cucumber tomato onion salad which was great. Very tastefully decorated with all kinds of Turkish stuff, quite attractive interior. the ketefe dessert (which is kinda like shredded wheat stuffed with cheese) is amazing!!! Turkish coffee is a must with that. a bit hidden just off South Street, a quiet oasis well worth trekking to!! oh and it is BYOB so that is a big plus too methinks..",
"For great food, excellent service and a pleasant atmosphere, this BYOB is the place for you. Our meal began with calamari which was excellent and a Tabouli Salad was the same. The comp pita bread was grilled and the oil/olive dip was very good. My wife had the lamb Shish-kabob and I had the combination platter. Each was served with a tasty rice with a warm salad side. You must try this restaurant! You will be coming back again and again. If lamb is not your thing, they have chicken shish-kabob and seafood. We will be coming back."
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"While on the road with my husband in Tampa we stayed at the Intercontinental which was a lovely and classy hotel. I loved this place and my favorite part about staying here besides the room and service was having dinner and Shula's. We had dinner late of course but we were still treated with 1st class service. They sat us away from the noisy bar and treated us as if we were the only customers in for dinner that night. If you are ordering steak for dinner they bring over a football with the steaks and sizes on it. You can walk around and see all of the famous people who have eaten at that particular location, I saw a photo of JayZ and Beyonce on the wall having dinner and countless other celebs and football players and of course Mr. Don Shula himself. \nI must say that the ribeye steak I had rivaled a steak from my all time favorite steakhouse Ruth Chris. The sides were as what most steakhouses serve - HUGE, we had the sauteed spinach and the twice baked potatoes but it looked like a huge tater tot, fried of course and just perfectly good and super fattening. We couldn't finish dinner in one sitting so we took it back to the room. We had a little mircrowave in the room and we ate it the next day for breakfast thats just how good the food was here.",
"It's been three or four years since I went to Shula's but I still have vivid memories of my experience. I wouldn't say it's necessarily a fine dining experience. It is an experience, though. I still have never seen anyone offer a 48oz. steak- yes, people were attempting to eat the whole thing. I also remember that the shrimp cocktail only included shrimp but they were monster-size...probably the weight of three normal-size shrimp each. The service is probably some of the best you'll ever experience. It feels like you have a waiter/concierge/butcher/chef waiting on you.\n\nI would recommend it if you're trying to impress guests or your boss, or you want to have a laugh and blow some cash.",
"Im going to keep this short and sweet...\n\nShulas is very consistent, and is one of the best steak joints in the Tampa Bay Area. You get top notch food, wine, service and the like.\n\nYou cant go wrong with this place.\n\nIf you have to choose between here and Berns, I would suggest Shulas hands down if you're looking for an excellent piece of beef... Granted, they don't have the \"dessert\" room, but if you're concerned about that, dine here and get your dessert at Berns! But you'll be missing out on all the tasty sweet treats Shulas has to offer as well...\n\nEnjoy!",
"My girl and i were in Tampa for the day and happened to stay at the Intercontinental. The concierge told us Shula steakhouse was voted #2 steakhouse in America, so We had to try it out. We both ordered the special for 39.99 which was a 6oz fillet , wedge salad, mashed potatoes, asparagus, and key lime pie. Our waiter was named Neil he did a great job, the food was defiantly awesome. the fillet was super tender, the asparagus was grilled to perfection , the mashed potatoes were great and the key lime pie was bomb. we enjoyed this place",
"his is a terrific place for a business lunch. The service is very good, the food well done and the atmosphere is subtle enough to discuss business matters. \n\nAlbeit a bit pricey it is worth it. the ahi tuna salad at $15 is very good and enough for two meals. the shrimp cocktail at $14 is not really worth the price but it is very good and the seafood is very fresh. \n\nMy next visit will be during happy hour to enjoy a perfectly chilled martini and graze through the appetizer offerings",
"Service deserves a 5 star....Terrance & Paul were excellent.\n\nAtmosphere was very nice with enough space between tables that you don't feel crammed. Lighting/Music very nice. \n\nSteaks - don't get me wrong they were very very good. I just think I probably had steak other places that had a little more flavor. this is why I gave them a 4 star. I would come back here. \n\nCrab Mac & Cheese - splurge! it was great! \nSauteed Spinach - very good \n7 layer chocolat cake - what can i say? 7 layers of yum!",
"We had never been to Shulas but we know people that had and they said it was great but expensive. We were given a $200 gift card for Christmas and we took my mom. It was incredible. We have been to tons of Steakhouses and nothing compared. It was $200 with the tip but well worth it. The atmosphere was great! I definitely recommend it!",
"Shula's was good. I really liked this place. The only reason i gave it a 3 star out of 5 was because they were not willing to give us any deals for bringing in 17 guys. Berns and other steak houses were MORE than willing to give us drink specials, cheaper menu prices, or etc but Shula's was not. Why did we stick to shulas? because our bachelor wanted to do a steak challenge... and Shula's had a 48 ounce steak challenge. \n\nThe steak challenge here is a joke. I was intimidated at first but i finished the steak in less than 7 minutes. Go to the website and look me up. I finished it so fast they put my time in brackets.",
"Great steaks. Always cooked to perfection. Just as good as Bern's and Ruth Chris. No dessert room but if you go for steak this is just top notch. Everything to perfection including wait staff. Been to the Shula's in Fort Lauderdale and the food is consistent. A great meal and good experience.",
"Another great steak restaurant in Tampa! The steaks at Shulas are delicious, but the atmosphere is kind of lacking so this is not my top pick for date night with the husband.\n\nThe menu is printed on a football and the portions are fit for a linebacker... This restaurant is sure to be the hit with the guys!"
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"I'm on a HUGE Indian kick; and just happened to glance this place as I drove by one day. Their sign says \"Indian Fast Food\". So, that sets you up for what to expect; maybe not as fancy as some other places, but good food, quick, and at GREAT prices.\n\nI ordered my favorite, Lamb Korma; which normally they only offer chicken korma on their menu. The young man at the counter was very helpful; he basically indicated they'd do for me whatever I wanted. They also let you customize your spice level which is great; because I'm comfortable at medium; some hots are just too much for me. I also ordered a peshwari naan; sweet with raisins and fennel. I prefer kashmiri; with coconut instead of fennel. \n\nMy first visit I didn't know I had to order rice separately; so there's a note. The prices are great; about 2/3 or even 1/2 your normal costs. And compared to the closest restaurant; Corriander; the food dances circles. There is SO much more substance and depth to the flavors here than there. My lamb was the best I have EVER had. I think they might be BYOB, too!\n\nHere's the suggestions I would make for the place:\n\"Do you want rice with that\"? whenever anyone orders\nAdd Strawberry Lassi's\nAdd Coconut sweet Naan.\nAdd descriptions to your menu; as seen on the back page.\n\nI've been going once a week since my first visit. Strawberry lassi and coconut naan would up that to twice a week.\n\nNote: they are closed on Mondays.",
"Great food, casual atmosphere, inexpensive, great service. Do not let the quaint appearance fool you, the owners are friendly and accommodating with special requests. \n\nNimit has taken over as our favorite place to grab dinner when we are in Voorhees.",
"Awesome Indian Food!! Great food with excellent prices. Homestyle cooking with great flavor. Very flexible staff and will adjust spice level for you. Great for takeout. And they have Indian TV......\n\nYou have the feeling of being in your local \"dhaba\" with great punjabi food. \n\nSo far we have tried the:\nChanna Batura - AWESOME\nSamosa - AWESOME\nDal Tadka - AWESOME\nPaneer Tikka Masala - Excellent\nTandoori Chicken - Good\nMalai Kabab - Excellent\nNaans - AWESOME",
"Absolutely the best that is out there in Indian cuisine. We decided to have a BYOB boys night out at this place. We even bought our own Indian music. There were 14 of us and we literally had the whole place to ourselves. The chicken kababs were absolutely melting in our mouth. The veg biryani was the best I have had anywhere. We also had the mixed kabab platter. I am returning there today to get some more take out stuff.",
"The chicken saag was pretty great, very flavorful, and had a thick consistency. I ordered it spicy and it was just the right amount of heat. However the garlic naan was very disappointing it was burnt and super crunchy.\n\nThe price is also right, though everything is a la cart (don't forget your rice). \n\nI'll be back to try it again",
"Nimit continues to WOW me. I've been going once a week; and the staff asks questions; and even caters what they prepare for me to my preferences.\n\nI have been taking friends and family with me; and everything I try (cause I can't NOT order my favorite) is really amazing. Everyone I have brought in has left with a belly full of happy. And they take SUCH good care of us; offering extra tidbits like fresh veggies or for new years; they gave us all a dessert on the house. My friends felt they were eating over a friends house with the level of hospitality received.\n\nThe food continues to get better and better. Not that it was ever NOT good; it's simply building quality! The lamb and chicken they really must tend to; because it shows in the depth of the spice and flavor.\n\nMy sister, queen of the garlic naan; really LOVED Nimits version. Typically; you get a standard naan with chunks of fresh garlic baked in; this version is a little different; seems to me kind of brushed with butter and finer garlic. I think it's fantastic; but don't be surprised when it is not what you are used to. \n\nNimit has definitely established itself as a staple in my life. Thank you!",
"If you aren't aware I have a small obsession with fine Indian cuisine. I was invited here by a friend for a quick Sunday meal. This restaurant is very cozy and nicely decorated. It's one of those places you could come during lunch, after work and eat and maybe read, watch TV, or have a meeting. I'm just a fan of decor and mood lighting and Nimit offers a small mix of each.\n\nI was shocked when I learned they deliver! Wow, but sadly I'm out of the radius for deliveries...I could always move:) So the food - from what I learned the owners don't like prepared food to sit, so they cook everything fresh. I believe my samosa had fresh ginger in it, I absolutely love ginger and the traditional herbs and spices were so perfect on this cold winter day. The saunth/mint chutney was so delicious that after I finished my samosas I poured the sauces over rice and ate it! I would come back and buy that if they packaged and sold it. \n\nMy staple favorite, also my last meal on Earth, the dal makhani was awesome, I purchased the mild but next time I'm going to try the spicy. I like that Nimit offers meals on their menu. You know sometimes Indian restaurants only allow you to order a la carte, but they have meals at affordable prices too. This is a great spot for dinner and lunch or even catering. They have a fast food concept that allows for prompt service. If your in the area I would say give them a try.",
"I work near here and have eaten here three or four times for lunch and get the lunch special. The veggie lunch special you get two veggie portions and either naan, roti or rice for $5.99. and meat special you get two meat (chicken, typically) and naan, roti and rice, for $6.99. This is served in a three-section plastic plate and while it doesn't look like a lot, I leave satisfied and not overfull. The food is tasty, fresh, and well-spiced. I feel like the food is cooked with love and pride.\n\nI feel this is a good lunch value. My other Indian food lunch alternative are a couple of local buffets, which while tasty and filling, are more costly and mentally I feel like I need to eat more and then end up overeating an feel stuffed the rest of the afternoon. Not so with Nimit Palace---I feel good the rest of the day.\n\nStaff is very friendly and attentive and the place is clean and comfortable.",
"I was probably a little too excited to find an Indian place with a variety of Indian street food that I was so accustomed to growing up. Bhel puri, chaat, chole batura, all the good stuff that's typically missing for your typical Indian sit-down. The good news is Nimit Palace has all of that and it's pretty decent. The bad news is, Indian food for lunch is usually followed by hours of indigestion, extreme dehydration and the fresh aroma of raw onions and garlic.\n\nThe food: I got the chole batura, it's my all time favorite dish, but Nimit's wasn't the best I've had. The chole (chick pea curry) was pretty heavy with grease, which it really didn't need to be, since the batura is a deep fried bread. The batura wasn't too bad. Overall I like this place, but if I can find a better chole batura I'll probably switch allegiance..\n\nFYI: the chole batura was listed as an appetizer - it's plenty; I can't imagine how big the entree portions are.",
"(apparently there are two yelp listings for this restaurant: my review copied from the other one)\n\nThe chicken saag was pretty great, very flavorful, and had a thick consistency. I ordered it spicy and it was just the right amount of heat. However the garlic naan was very disappointing it was burnt and super crunchy.\n\nThe price is also right, though everything is a la cart (don't forget your rice). \n\nI'll be back to try it again"
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"They just opened in willow grove! So excited! They had another restaurant and the food here is amaze balls! You have to come try their food and I'm in love with the chef! He's a cutie!",
"So relieved they are back in business! Sweet new location, not far from original in Lansdale. Payne and the crew still serving up the best Thai in the area. If you like Thai, you can't miss this place. Nice trendy digs too. Small parking lot, so may well park on street FYI.",
"Formally La Fusion, this Thai restaurant just opened and is authentically delicious and is accompanied by charming and knowledgeable service. Try the flavor popping lemon grass soup, the buttery scallops seared to perfection or the crispy luscious duck. This family run restaurant cares about every detail of food and the customer experience. If you love Thai, you won't be disappointed!",
"First things first - it's BYOB! Okay, onto the review....\n\nI was really excited to see this place open up. If you've read my other reviews, I've been on the hunt for some great Thai food. And I've gotta say, this place tastes pretty darn good.\n\nWe ordered tons of appetizers and really enjoyed our entrees. The pork and chives dumplings had a strong ginger flavor (love it), the chicken satay was extremely tender (and came with 4 sticks!), the Hoi Tod was an oyster and pancake concoction that was surprisingly pleasant, and the grilled shrimp was grilled perfectly - shrimp is very easy to overcook, but this place did it right.\n\nI had the drunken noodles as my entree and got it at a spicy level of 2 (out of 4). It wasn't quite spicy enough for me, and the owner offered me a housemade garlic chili that was sooooo good and full of heat! I would honestly come back just for this sauce.\n\nMy wife had the green curry and it was an explosion of spice and coconut in my mouth. Perfect amount of flavor!\n\nFor dessert, we had the fried banana and this is definitely the best fried banana dessert I've ever had. Crispy on the outside, moist on the inside. Amazing.\n\nThe food was excellent, and the staff was very friendly when they were able. Every table was filled at the small restaurant, but I am assuming they were short-handed for the night, because there was only one server for the entire place. But the owner was working his butt off to make up for the short staff. Carrying out food, taking orders, refilling water - he was helping the server in every way possible, on top of periodically checking in on us.\n\nAs the crowd died down and we were done our meal, the chef came out to ask us about our meal which was nice. The owner also stopped by and thanked us for stopping by. These small gestures go a long way - we will definitely be back. \n\nAnd did I mention it's BYOB?!",
"So thankful this restaurant has re-opened! If you are looking for amazing food, friendly staff that makes you feel like family, and a BYOB, this is the spot. Also, insanely affordable. They have the best pad thai dish i have ever had anywhere in the US. I crave this dish ALL OF THE TIME!!!",
"My husband & I went here tonight for dinner & thoroughly enjoyed the food, the service & the warm atmosphere of Nadia's. The food was the best; the flavors were complex & fabulous. I had the pork & basil dumplings which were wonderful & the Bangkok eggplant for entree. My husband had mushroom & coconut soup & Gai Yak for dinner which was a fabulous chicken dish. For dessert we had Thai tea & fried bananas with coconut ice cream which was homemade. This was the best Thai meal we have had. The service was friendly & the owners are so warm & welcoming. We will be going back many times & will be telling everyone how great this place is. Welcome to willow grove.",
"Simple menu, really good food. Introduced to the place when it was in Lansdale and was happily surprised to see it relocated closer to me. Drunken noodles and the three curries are great (especially the red curry). Last time I ordered takeout they dropped in some freshly made hot sauce, which was the perfect mix of heat and happiness. Great place.",
"What a pleasure it is to discover a GREAT, new restaurant in the Willow Grove area (Old York Road Corridor)! Occupying the former site of Fusion Cafe, owner Payne (and his family) has relocated his very-well rated Lansdale eatery to my neighborhood and what a good thing that is! The restaurant is spacious and well appointed in a dark-minimalist-cool kind of way. Thai art accents the modern decor... but old-time-clear-filament light bulbs, for example, lend an old-World charm to the modernity. The place was spotlessly clean.\n\nMenu selections were decidedly Thai, sometimes traditional, sometimes with a cool flair. It was slow (Sunday night) and we had quite a bit of time to actually talk to the Chef-Owner and our server... his friend. We spoke about Thai spice levels not working for most Americans. They're cognizant of that and err on the side of \"we give you far less spice unless you ask.\" That was smart because my dining-mate eats NO spice (\"mai phet\" in Thai) and I eat \"it-hurts-so-good\" native-Thai.\n\nWe enjoyed the Wild Mushroom Coconut soup - fresh, rich but also subtle on the no-spice side and a dozen fresh-oysters, each with a cilantro leaf atop it and a wonderful, fresh, bright, complex death-spicy dipping puree made from Payne's grandmother-handed-to-his-Mother-handed-to-him specifications. Made my lips numb. Brilliant! Our entrees were the Shrimp Wild Ginger-style and a special: Langostino in a slightly spicy ginger sauce. Each was served atop a melange of freshly stir cooked veggies and moist rice. Dessert was splitting of home-made coconut ice cream atop lightly-fried bananas with a honey-caramel glaze. We each enjoyed their Thai iced tea. Everything was excellent, complex, fresh, a treat for the eye, nose and palate.\n\nThe people could not have been kinder or more interested in our complete satisfaction. GREAT restaurant.",
"Love, love, love Nadia's. They were originally located in Lansdale and we would go there practically every week. Now that they have moved to Willow Grove, it is more of a drive but worth every minute of the trip. Their food was always great, but with this menu it seems they have taken the approach to be even more authentic. The massaman curry is to die for and is what I always order when I visit, but everything you order will be great. We have sampled the pad thai, chicken satay, hoi tod, and all of the curry options. \n\nService is great too. You can ask the owner for anything and he will accommodate you. The new location looks a bit more upscale and is perfect for any occasion - date night or group dinners. Check it out, bring your favorite wine, and you won't be disappointed!",
"Went there for the first time this week. It was sooooo good. We had appetizers, soup and dessert. Very good service and delicious food. Highly recommend the fried banana with coconut ice cream and the fried banana with caramel drizzle."
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"Very beautiful design for such a small space. Food is consistent which has come to be expected from chipotle. People won't like the seating inside for the first month's rush, but after that rush, this will be a great place to meet with friends for bite to eat.",
"I am a fanatic of these hand-crafted burritos. It is absolutely an art form and these fine folks have perfected it. Beware: your food may be laced with love and care!",
"I really hate giving Chipotle only three stars, but right now, this location is only operating at a three star level. I thought perhaps it was because they've been bombarded with crowds because apparently no one on Tucson's eastside has ever eaten in a Chipotle before, but that's not entirely the case. I went there today right at opening, and they weren't ready to serve until five minutes past opening. They didn't have food ready, they couldn't find spoons, they didn't know who put the salad dressing where, etc. The employee that was tasked with rolling the burritos had absolutely no idea how to do it. He messed mine up really badly. After that one, he just kept pushing burritos aside and poking one of his nearby co-workers to do the job for him. He essentially became the salsa-person and that was it. There was just a lot of disorganization, made worse by the large crowd.\n\nThe food was still decent and fresh. They loaded up the burrito, which is nice of them, but it made the burrito-roller guy's job harder. The space is really, really small, but it is very nice. Anyway, I'm sure this location will work out the kinks when things settle more.\n\nI do like that this shopping center has both Chipotle and Five Guys. I like Chipotle more and my husband likes Five Guys more. So we both get to eat what we want. But we chose to eat together in Five Guys because it's bigger and it was less crowded.",
"Chipotle is a great, fast and cheap mexican restaurant that in my mind deserves a five-star rating, hands down. The reason I gave this one a four-star rating is mainly based off of its location, its parking isn't real efficient, and for one its SMALL! When the dinner rush comes its just a mad rush of people all coming in at once.",
"For years, there is one restaurant that friends insist you must try. This establishment then gains popularity at a rapid rate and becomes one of the more lucrative businesses of its variety. You try to avoid it, because you get distressed at the hype it receives and generally phenomenon that is admired by the general public you find loathsome. \n\nWell, that was what Chipotle was for me, for a countless amount of years. EVERYONE loved it. \n\n\"Jason, you've never had Chipotle? Are you a hellion? What kind of crackpot are you?\"\n\nOf course, that was generally greeted with the typical eye-roll followed by a comment such as,\n\n\"Why would I eat Chipotle when I dwell in Tucson, a city known for blue-chip Mexican fare?\"\n\nStupid me. Chipotle should not ever be compared to any sort of Mexican grub. Ever. \n\nIt's really in a class of its own. \n\nI usually order a steak bowl with brown rice, pinto beans, hot and mild salsa, cheese and lettuce. I top it with a healthy does of tobasco and order a bag of chips to snack on in addition to my bowl. I don't thing there is a precedent when it comes to the menu, however. They keep the menu pure, rendering the absolute most out of a select few ingredients. \n\nI adore the steak, but you will triumph when you order any meat at all. Chicken, barbacoa and carnitas are all choice selections that will fill the void / craving in your stomach. With my steak bowl, I like utilizing the tortilla chips to concoct a big taco salad. I have always manufactured a de facto taco salad with carnitas and barbacoa and the conclusion was equally appetizing.\n\nThis brand new branch of Chipotle is pristine, which is essentially par for the course. Chipotle debunked every stereotype I had established for chain restaurants many years ago when I finally relinquished to peer pressure and made the equitable accord to investigate their product further. As it turns out, Chipotle proved to be one of the best chain restaurants in the history of mankind. \n\nOh, and another thing: If I hear you pronounce it \"CHI-POLE-TEE\" you are asking for a slap in the mouth.",
"The last couple of times we've been at this Chipotle the chips have been stale and tasted like they had been cooked in old grease. The guacamole which is always awesome was a bit less tasty than usual. I know they want to move the line, but maybe slow down a little. Seem to rushed.",
"Great lunch after a work out session. Had my usual today the salad with chicken. The chicken is moist and not too salty. I love the variety of ingredients that I can put into my salad. Today I had the corn salsa, grilled veggies, mild salsa, cheese, and the pico de gallo. This salad is very satisfying and a good choice for people who are looking for a healthy option with variety.",
"I love chipotle very much, it is one of the places I enjoy going to every week. This place does not really give as much food compared to the broadway location, but that is okay. It is still closer to my house now.",
"they opened a chipotle right down the road from where i live! this is dangerous.\n\ni love the carnitas ^_^ they are absolutely my favorite.\n\nthis location is on the small side, but it'll do for the volume they'll get. very clean location. fast and efficient workers who are friendly, too!",
"I stopped here to get a burrito to go on my way to work. There were 5 people working behind the counter and I felt like they were all on different pages. I had to repeat each ingredient I wanted at least 3 times. Then when they were wrapping the tortilla the girl ripped it which I can't say is totally her fault. So then they double wrapped it which means double the tortilla calories for me. I said my order was \"to go\" at least 3 times and they still made it \"for there.\" I also got a side of guacamole that I didn't ask or pay for. Hopefully the guy behind me wasn't missing his order of guac. Maybe it was just an off day...I'd try it one more time to see if it's better next time."
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"Went here last night crossing my fingers that we could get seated because it was already 10pm by the time we got there. The restaurant was empty, but nobody seemed to mind that we would now be the only thing keeping them from going home. I walk by this place pretty frequently, and the menu on the door looks fantastic. \n\nThe service was really great- the waiter knew the dishes inside and out and was able to answer all our questions. I had the rabbit, my friend had the duck special, and both were absolutely amazing. Sooo much better than a lot of the places I've tried so far. \n\nThe prices were pretty reasonable; two high-end entrees and a bottle of wine, and we were looking at about 90 bucks. \n\nI really liked the atmosphere- very fine dining, but not so much so that us ordinary folk feel out of place. My very favorite thing was that they have both black and white napkins. \n\nWill definitely go back often.",
"Good fine dining menu options. They offer crawfish and goat cheese crepes like Muriel's, but they are not quite as good, but overall tasty. I had a filet with lump crabmeat and crawfish potatoes for the main entree. I would have given this place 4 stars if only my meal was HOT! I sent my plate back asking it to be re-heated to only get a reallllly hot plate with the same temperature food. I was really disappointed. The food was flavorful and would have been so good had it been the right temperature. I would like to give this place another try. The ambiance is nice and the prices are high like fine dining, but it's missing that fine dining service. The wait staff was fine, but you don't get the whole fine dining feel from this place.",
"The food was pretty good, but our waitress was just an idiot. She really just seemed like a deer caught in the headlamps. And if you are going to be charging this much for food, you'd better have a great waitstaff.",
"a new star, in a galaxy of n.o. restaurants. i eat @ about 40 restaurants in n.o. for the last 12 years. i was surprised @ the high level of service by paul...truely experienced. explaining the experience of the chief cooking to order....not a cookie cutter menu...i had a tomato with avocado salad and venison. my wife had beautiful lamb chops. calamari is to die for...the best i had this side of italy...only con was the coffee @ the end of meal,\nfor a city famous for coffee, the quality did not match the food., but won't keep me from going back...new decor very nice.",
"The 7 of us arrived for our 6:30pm reservation on Saturday, March 10, 2012 and were seated immediately. Unfortunately, that is the high point of the evening. I had purchased a certificate for my brother and sister-in-law for Christmas. It was a Living Social Deal. Since I and my fiance were visiting, we decided to all try it together. \nThe service was awful, the drinks mediocre and entrees were either too salty or bland and under/over cooked depending on which one you had. It was a complete disappointment and took forever. \nThe appetizers and desserts were good, but that was it. As I read the other reviews, I'm not sure if we just hit a bad night, or our tastes are different. My brother is a big foody and I know he was as disappointed as I in the service and the food. \nNot sure I'll give it another try.",
"Current holder of Larissa's best duck in NOLA award. The Duck Julia at Tomas Bistro reigns victorious, the dish comes with both a generous portion of breast meat and a confit duck leg completed with a rich raspberry sauce. The duck is served with swiss chard and wild rice, which balance out the meat nicely. At Tomas I've also tried the Beef Tournedo , the special dish of the evening, and the goat cheese and crawfish crepes. Both dishes were also amazing. The Beef Tournedo came out the perfect temperature, and I loved the creme sauce that covered the crepes. \n\nAlong with the food, Tomas has a good service team. Both times I've come here the waiter described the dishes well, and answered all questions easily. On my most recent visit to Tomas, the bartender even made me a special mocktail even though there were none on the menu. Looking forward to my next fine dinning experience here, and *maybe* I'll try something other than the duck.",
"I've been following yelp reviews for years, but Tomas bistro was the place that finally made my tummy so happy, I wanted to yelp about it. One of the few restaurants i've encountered that deserve 5 stars of perfection. The only other restaurant that has been better is Commander's Palace. \n\nBut I digress: back to Tomas Bistro. Excellent atmosphere, super attentive waiters (Esp John- wonderful job! Best service I've gotten.), & a menu to die for. The Creole rabbit was spectacular & I got this huge bowl of delicious seafood that didn't skimp on the seafood or flavor (sorry, forgot what it was called cuz it was in French). But the outstanding part of the menu, was the dessert. Oh yes, I have a massive sweet tooth & this place does not disappoint. Some background: I don't like super-sweet desserts, just ones with balanced & complex flavors. The winner: the burgundy wine poached pear- soooo delish yet so under-rated! Pleas order it- I would go back just for that. Runner-up: bread pudding. Yes, every restaurant does it differently, but always very poorly. Common mistakes: soggy, overly sweet, tastes like they drowned it in condensed milk, crappy bread & cheap caramel. Not the bread pudding @ Tomas bistro tho! They did it perfectly; bread was high-quality, firm & crunchy on the outside, not overly sweet but w/a nice cinnamon-y flavor, topped off with the most spectacular caramel sauce I have ever tasted. The caramel was not too sweet, thick, smooth, with a hint of whiskey that accented the sweetness perfectly. YUM. Finally, the almond cheesecake. Yeah, cheesecake is usually delish by itself. But the almond flavor & slices of almond make the go-to staple dessert somewhat special. \n\nThis place is wonderful. In the sea of spectacular restaurants in NOLa, this place is a gem. You won't be disappointed.",
"Just returned from dinner at Tomas Bistro and had to get online to post how totally delicious and Frenchly fantastique it was. Bought a Groupon for this restaurant before our trip here & so glad we did! Started with the crawdad and goat cheese crepe...divine. I had the soft shell crab special...such buttery delicious goodness. My hubby had the duck dish...prepared two ways. Duck confit and medium rare duck breast cooked to perfection. Ended with flour less chocolate cake. Hallelujah! Beautiful decor...so charming and no details spared in giving it the French bistro feel. Nice and attentive wait staff. Highly recommended!",
"A great place for a date dinner or a fancy night out. Tomas is beautiful inside and they have a little courtyard. The service is terrific, and the food is great. We had an Absinthe shrimp appetizer that was stellar. Hot crusty bread came along with it. For dinner I had rack of lamb and the lady had a fish special that night. We were both very pleased with our dinners, although I thought the lamb was the better of the two - perfectly cooked, wonderfully meaty with a terrific bernaise sauce and herbed mashed potatoes. I literally ate every last morsel and took the bones home to my dog. He's a fan of Tomas now too. Good wine menu, great desert. The CBD has a some restaurants where you're paying for location and ambiance more than food & service. This isn't one of those places.",
"Used my groupon here this weekend and was pleasantly surprised. The food was excellent. I had the lamb and my husband had the beef roulettes. Both were excellent. The service was good, if not over-attentive. The ambiance is nice, though the overly large space makes the place seem empty. This groupon was a great deal!\n\nMy only negative is that without the groupon, this place would have been overpriced for what it is. Prices are on a par with places like Patios and Lilette, though I don't think the food is quite at that quality."
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"Brand new on Clearwater Beach. In the marina center, just south off the round-about. There are 3 levels and lots of outdoor dining. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We got them on their soft opening today. Not officially opening until Monday, 3-7-16. Full bar, with fresh squeezed Orange and grapefruit. As starters, I had the Southern Hushpuppies with pimento cheese fondue my wife had the Smoked Fish Camp Dip. Both were excellent. For lunch I had the decided to go with the Dockside Burger with bacon, pimento cheese, fried onion straws and jalapenos. My wife picked the Fried Chicken Sandwich. Both exceeded expectations. Only 4 stars because of a couple of very minor new opening glitches. . This place is going to be a huge hit and will start earning 5 stars on a very routine basis.",
"Excellent food. We came here for breakfast on their soft opening and enjoyed it. Got French toast and it was very good. Orange juice was very fresh.",
"2 weeks new. Needs a bit more time on the presentation. Seafood fresh - limited menu. Good wait staff",
"We ended up eating here on Easter evening as many nearby restaurants had closed early. To our delight we had a good experience. We both had the blackened Grouper sandwich with fries and a glass of wine. The fish was well prepared and seasoned and the service was attentive. They have an ala carte style menu that is ok priced for this tourist area. We would return and recommend for a meal",
"This place is new according to the locals. We tried the fish spread because every place we saw had it on their menu. It was good but it came out with the meal. I don't remember what it was called, but I got the pot of boiled seafood. It tasted amazing! It had crab, grouper, oysters, mussels, shrimp, corn on the cob and toasted bread. This place loses a star because the service and cook staff is so green. They didn't serve my meal with any way to crack the shells off my crab, no shell discard bowl or plate, and no condiments for my fresh oysters. The wait staff also didn't know about how the parking passes worked so we had to run and feed the meter every 30 min. The food tastes great and the staff was friendly. There were just a few kinks to work out with the food service. The atmosphere was great.",
"Hadn't heard much about this place before going for lunch. The food was excellent and the service was great. Highly recommend the fish tacos and grilled oysters. Can't wait to come back.",
"Service is great. Loved the fish spread. Only stopped for an appetizer but can't wait to come back for dinner.",
"Tried the sweet potato pancakes...yummy! Finally a fruit cup that wasn't a melon cup...",
"Very good. Had the fish tacos and grouper sandwich. Plus we got to test out some of the Mexican dishes for the upstairs restaurant.",
"Sarah was awesome. Great food and location. Will come back! Had fried shrimp and fire roasted oysters!"
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"a vegetarian should, on principle, not be the first to review a bbq establishment, but i've never exactly been one to do what's expected. and...percy street is veg friendly! well, as much as a place serving up pork belly by the pound can be.\n\nnot surprinsgly, i ordered the lone veg offering, a large vegan chili (they also offer this in a small portion, as they do with all of their sides). it was chock full of beans, veggies and SEITAN - a hearty blend that i found delicious. it didn't occur to me to inquire as to whether or not cheese was available as an add-on; clearly, it did not need it. the rest of my table was all about the meat, which looked authentically smoked and, judging by the way my dining companions tore it up, i imagine it's tasty, if that's your thing. um, moving on....\n\nwe also ordered a menagerie of sides for all to share: mac & cheese, mashed potatoes and green beans - all of which truly hit the spot! while i would have loved to also sample the pinto beans and collard greens, they were, as is typical, made with pork (same for the german potato salad). none of this is noted on the menu, but our server didn't hesitate to check with the kitchen after my vegetarian inquiry began. so we skipped those...which turned out to be a good thing, as we completely over-indulged on dessert! five people, five desserts (yeah, uh, that would be the entire dessert menu...), each one better than the next. my personal faves were the warm apple crisp and the banana pudding, but i'd gladly order any of them again. and this from a gal who lacks a sweet tooth.\n\namazing food...plus so many more reasons to love percy street: it's a fantastic space with high ceilings, huge windows and gorgeous wood floors. service was top-notch, and even the owners came around to make sure everything was to our liking (it was!) drinks are served southern style - in handled mason jars - which added an extra bit of sweetness to my sweet tea. the limited drink menu also boasts a sweet tea cocktail, but i'd already had libations aplenty on this particular evening, so i will have to try it on my next visit. here's hoping that by that time, there is a welcome addition of cornbread to the menu. yes folks, sad but true...there is no cornbread to be found at percy street........yet.",
"Months before Percy Street actually opened, I'd been hearing mumblings around town of a BBQ joint that was -actually- Texas style. Bare bones Texan BBQ. I'd read about it on Foobooz, scoped the article in Philly Mag, stalked its progress on other local foodie blogs. I did all of this, all of it, without ever realizing Percy Street was opening two blocks away from MY HOUSE. Their quiet construction fooled me. Upon discovering their location, I literally gripped the sides of my desk chair and sent myself into a dizzying spin. BBQ and a BAR within a pajamas' distance. Whee. \n\nWith bated breath I waited, until last night, Percy formally beckoned me with its smoke signals. I looked to the clouds and there it was: \"We're ready for you, Monica.\"\n\nThe interior is perfect. Open with large wooden tables, ample space. My friends and I took the 6-top and started with the mac n cheese, mashed potatoes, green beans, and vegan chili. It was all pitch perfect. To tell you any more about the dishes would be overkill. My only slight, and I really mean slight, gripe would be the green beans. I thought they were slightly overcooked, verging on soggy, but I'm a Texan BBQ amateur and this is probably how they're supposed to be. Nevertheless, they were perfectly flavored. \n\nThe chicken was absolutely tender in the way it's supposed to be and conveniently chopped up and wrapped in paper. No frills, just fantastic. I'd readily order the sausage seven times over. Sadly, they ran out of brisket and spare ribs by the time we arrived, but I think that's just Percy telling me to come back again. Soon. \n\nWe had every single dessert on the menu. Bread pudding, root beer float, quadruple layered chocolate cake, apple crisp, pecan pie. I love the simplicity here. Nothing impresses me more than uncomplicated perfection.\n\nWhile I pleaded for cornbread, I was told time and time again, cornbread isn't Texan. Fine. So it's not. Do I know that? No. Do I care? No. I want cornbread with my BBQ. So Erin, if ever you were willing to make an exception, apply a \"stain,\" to your perfect menu, I beg you to consider the cornbread. You never used the word stain and I know that.",
"For any Texans who live in the area, Percy Street will serve as a beacon for those craving something familiar like the bbq back home. I had read some press that mentioned Lockhart, TX (a town near Luling) was home to one of their favorite bbq places so I knew they had done their homework. The menu is simple -- meats by 1/2 and full pound, sides available in both small and large, and big jugs o' beer. \n\nA quick glance at the menu showed that all of the meats came with pickles, onion and white bread! Oh yeah! When we told the waiter that we were from Texas, he asked us if the menu looked like appealing -- to which my husband replied, \"Well, does it come out on butcher paper?\" And when our waiter said yes, we knew we were in for a good night.\n\nMy husband had the Yards root beer (tasty!) and I ordered the Manhattan, TX (recommended by our waiter) and it was great - whiskey, bitters, and they rinse the inside of the glass with Campari. We ordered a 1/2 pound each of brisket (moist or lean, we went with the moist) and pork belly. Sauce on the side so you can actually TASTE the meat. For sides, we chose the mashed potatoes, collard greens and green beans. All were delicious and needed no additional seasoning (and I make some mean collard greens!). The only side I might add is some jalapeno cornbread (but that's not a biggie, I just miss it).\n\nDesserts are simple and homemade -- like apple crisp and pecan pie - and we decided to sample the banana pudding. Fresh bananas, couple of 'Nilla wafers and our meal came to a wonderful close. \n\nThe staff was super attentive and checked on us throughout the evening. High ceilings, hardwood floors, spacious tables, a solid jukebox, and a good bar area make this a fantastic addition to South Street. I still smell like I've been roasting over a pit -- which is exactly what I should smell like when I leave a BBQ place! Okay, it's not as good as back home but hang a Texas state flag, put some Jerry Jeff Walker on the jukebox, and serve me a Shiner bock and I might not remember that I'm in Philly.",
"I love meat.\n\nSo I came by here with fellow yelpers Annie M. and Faye S. on the account that it was around the corner and had opened up last night.\n\nFirst impression...jukebox! Michael Jackson! Too bad it ate my dollar, but the kind gentleman at the counter put another one in and the good times started rolling. \n\nWe ordered sausage, moist brisket, and pork belly for the meats. Half a pound of each (and sides) were enough for 3 people. The sausage was everything you could ask for...moist and flavorful. The pork belly was also good (especially since I usually don't get pork). The brisket was make or break, and while it was perfectly smoked, there was more fat on it than I usually like. I wasn't paying attention and took a bite and ended up chewing fat for a good long time. I mean, it was great...but next time I think I'll opt for lean meat. \n\nThe sides we got--macaroni and cheese, green beans, and mashed potato--were par for the course and just as I had expected them to be, nothing wow, but good, solid companions to meat. I had their Yard's root beer to top it off, it tasted like those gourmet root beers (is there such a thing) you get in a bottle somewhere. \n\nLast came the pecan pie (ordered a la mode), which was not to sweet. A promise of \"just a few bites\" turned into me devouring half the pie.",
"I'll make this short and sweet and preface it by saying that I'm a BBQ fanatic. I've had BBQ in Texas on several occasions, which is why I was so looking forward to this meal. Lucky for Monica, they ran out of brisket and ribs, because that's my beef(no pun intended). The BBQ needs help folks... The ribs had more bone and fat than meat. The brisket was very tough.... Brisket smoked right should never be tough. The sausage was smoked way too long and was dry inside. I watched their video about their trip to TX and how they would not open up until they \"get it right\", well they didn't. If you only have five main items on your menu, you better nail them all.\n\nOn a better note, the Mac and cheese, very good, the greens, very good, and desserts, very good.",
"\"I've experienced better\" indeed.\n\nWent the night it opened and was not especially impressed. They try really hard to make it look and feel like a bare-bones Texas BBQ joint: the simple \"BBQ\" sign, the roll of paper towels, the jam-jar style mugs, wrapping the meat portions in paper. All of this was cute, but real Texas BBQ spots will give you more than one slice of bread per person and not be skimpy with the onions and pickles.\n\nThe brisket was great, very flavorful and moist. Ribs were bland and chicken seemed over smoked to me--too much smoke flavor and even the dark meat was lacking moisture. Mac & Cheese and greens were very good. Pecan Pie was spectacular. The house BBQ sauce was good with just enough tang and heat and had a good depth of flavor.\n\nOverall the food was pretty good if not great, but the tab came to about $30pp for 4 people with three drinks between us all and a couple desserts. For that price I'd rather eat somewhere with more variety for sitdown meal. Bebe's kills it for BBQ, so I can't see myself hitting this spot very often and a $10 burger at Royal Tavern is a more satisfying meal. It just doesn't hit a sweet spot for me.\n\nIf they start putting large bowls of pickles and onions and a bunch of bread on the table, that would add to the appeal immensely. Also, lose all the paper and give out bigger plates.",
"$65 for snacks -- just what Philly needs. I'll bow to no one in my love of BBQ, but the arrogance and pretension are off the charts here. It's as if BBQ is some arcane cooking practice that these folks discovered in the remote Amazon jungle and have deigned to bring back to we lucky Philadelphians, who surely will not be sophisticated enough to appreciate it. Let's get real -- the ribs are pretty tasteless, the mac and cheese is tasteless and soupy (isn't mac and cheese supposed to have, um, cheese?) , the sausage is good, the desserts are good -- but really, three little ribs for $11? Two sausages for $11? Hard to see this place surviving, trying to find a middle ground between chef-driven pretension and down-home cooking.",
"I was excited for this BBQ meal and the stage was perfectly set, but it just didn't deliver. The atmosphere is great and all of the little details like decor, beer glasses, and paper towels strapped to the table are great fun, but when it comes to the eating experience (not the food itself) you can't help but feel letdown.\n\nA roll of paper towels will be strapped to your table, which reaffirms your feeling that this is going to be some serious BBQ, however, the signature BBQ sauce (which is DELICIOUS by the way) comes in a small container and is placed on the table. I would've preferred a heap of messy BBQ sauce all over my food! This is PLAIN Texas style BBQ (which I get) but I was disappointed that I didn't have to use one napkin! Not one! and there wasn't enough BBQ sauce to go around. Sure I could've asked for more, but at a BBQ joint you should never run out of sauce! \n\nAnother problem is the lack of appetizer options. There are NONE. Nothing comes out before your main dish. Not even worth noting, there were two small pieces of bread, but the overall portions were so small that my dining mate ate both slices! \n\nOverall, I wouldn't have been so disappointed had it not been for the bill. Appetizers are not available so the bill for just two drinks and the BBQ meal was outrageous. Particularly the prices on the sides need to come down dramatically. Not to mention that it was great for the atmosphere when the food arrived wrapped in paper, but for this type of \"feel\" the price should match! The waiters and waitresses are wearing Percy Street tee shirts not black tie! I think that this restaurant can be great if it would just let it's hair down a bit and rethink it's prices. If this doesn't happen I don't expect it to last very long at all.\n\nWorth noting: desserts are pretty good (minus a dry chocolate chip cake although the icing more than made up for the dryness), service was excellent. Our waiter was Jake and he was very knowledgable.",
"Only went for drinks and was very impressed with the set up.\nWhite tile floors, chalk menus, and peach nectar in my drink.\n\ncollard greens for app...pretty well seasoned for restaurant cooked greens. In other words, not Granna's but pretty good.",
"Very strange that there are two entries for this place. One has pretty good reviews, and the other is horrible. \n\nAnywho, I'd give this place 3.5 stars. We walked in when Michael Jackson was playing, and that's always a good sign! Good bbq, and I appreciate the fact that the meats aren't drowning in bbq sauce (I'm a dipper, thanks). The sides we ordered were pretty standard-- green beans, mac & cheese, and mashed potatoes. The pecan pie was great (topped with vanilla ice cream), and our server was nice and attentive.\n\nSome things that bugged me: \n- Can we get bigger plates please? I felt like I was trying to eat a meal on a plate meant for appetizers. Stuff kept falling off!\n- The soda syrup/carbonated water mix was off. My soda tasted VERY watered down.\n- Why is everything wrapped in paper? That was strange to me, but hey, that's cool.\n\nThe bill came and it was steep for what we ordered. Granted, the food was good, but it doesn't justify the crazy amount we paid."
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"The Shanty is an awesome place to chill with one or more of many beers. I hear The Celebrator is terrible (\"Don't get The Celebrator\" - Someone who got the Celebrator), but it comes with some kind of statue tied to the bottle. And it's called The Celebrator, come on. I am getting one next time.",
"I went to UA and haven't been back in seven years. However, I had to comment because of the celebrator. I had a friend take me here once and insist that I get the celebrator. It is a dark belgian ale from what I remember. You definitely have to get the celebrator!!!! Plus the Shanty has one of the best beer gardens (patios) I have ever seen. Its huge and nice.",
"Great chill out bar.\n\nYou got the slick, classic, wooden indoor bar with pool tables and some amazing beers.\n\nThen you have the huge patio surrounded by some lush vegetation and highlighted with Christmas lights.\n\nThen you have some great playlists with a mix of mainstream and indie music that everyone seems to get into at some point in the night.\n\nAnd you have some great waitresses (although sometimes mentally unstable) that get to know you if you spend enough nights chilling on the patio.\n\nI guess it's just the higher prices and the plethora of other great bars on 4th avenue that made me come here so much less often then I would if it was here with me now. I'm sorry we never got to know each other even better Shanty.",
"I keep trying to get back to this bar when I visit Tucson, but never seem to make it....this was one of my favorite joints in the day- sweet patio, great beer selection, mature crowd for a college bar, not a bad wait for pool if you want to be indoors and shoot a little stick....good times!!!!!!!",
"If you like sitting outside or having an unheard of selection of beer to choose from, this is the place for you. This is great for a relaxing night or as a brief reprieve on a debauchery filled night on 4th avenue. Occasionally there is cigar smoke and often cigarette smoke outside, but it is still a very comfortable outside sitting area where you can have privacy for your group or run into people you know at other tables. I don't recommend buying liquor here as it is overpriced. Stick to beer you've never heard of from countries you don't know the capital of.",
"Great selection of beer and atmosphere. I love the outdoor patio. Oh yea, and free popcorn too. If you want to go to a bar and chill out and not have to scream over the music this is the place to go.",
"The shanty has a historic feel to it, as it should being one of the oldest bars in Tucson. I love almost any place with a copper bar, just this thing I have. I love good beers and the shanty has a good selection of bottles and a poor selection of taps. They do have a great selection of the hard stuff as well. If you like drinking a cold beer outside you will love the patio area at the shanty. They also have pool tables and free popcorn, the bright orange pieces are my favorite.",
"I SO wish I could give this place five stars, because the international beer selection is great--truly international in focus, with a beer list that identifies each beer by its country of origin--and the property is beautiful, with dark wood and copper inside and that wonderful back patio with the fountain and greenery. I won't, though, because the service can be pretty poor. When I was there in around October 2008, I sat for a full five minutes in a nearly-empty bar, giving all of the signs of being ready to order, while the bartender hung out and yammered with some people down the bar from me (and yes, he knew I was there; he kept glancing over but would just as quickly go back to the conversation). More recently, though, I was served by a different bartender, who was great. And everything else about the place is classic and fabulous.",
"Oh boy - what a doozy! The first time I went to the Shanty, we were mostly ignored by the staff and grossly overcharged for our drinks. The second time a group of 5 of us were kicked out.\n\nI'm not exactly a rabblerouser type. Mid-thirties software engineer, low-key. One of my friends was leaning against a pool table while we were playing and the manager chewed him out. My friend complied but chuckled at the overreaction and that was it - you're all out of here! \n\nI'll grant you, it certainly made for comedy I'll not soon forget. Just the absurdity of kicking out a bunch of relaxed, sober patrons because you just gotta flex them manager muscles. We were so dumbfounded! The best part was when we pointed out that we had just purchased drinks and asked if we could at least finish them. They let us stand by the door while we finished out drinks. I know that doesn't sound very funny but think about it: our presence in the establishment was such a problem that we absolutely could not be tolerated to remain there...except for a few extra minutes while we sipped our cocktails while nodding and smiling to the other patrons in the room who were now aware that we were the \"bad element\".\n\nI'm not a fan of bashing a place just because you caught them on a bad night, but if the badness is egregious that's a whole different story. On the way out we were told we were banned from the establishment and to not bother trying to come back (lol). I know - you're thinking that we MUST\"VE done something more than I'm describing, but that's just it - we didn't. What capped it for me were three unrelated stories from other people like myself (all of them perfectly normal, non-troublemakers) who were also kicked out on a whim (one of them was on a girl's night out and surmised that the management mistook their laughter for uncontrollable drunkenness).\n\nSo hey, If you go to this place you'll probably have a perfectly reasonable time. I'm just saying - there's also a fair chance you'll be treated like total dog poop, and that just doesn't make for a fun time.",
"The thing about The Shanty is it is all about timing, and of that depends on what you are looking for. Being that it is on the beginning/end of the fourth ave bar circuit (for most...definitely make a stop at the buffet just down road on 9th st.), you get all kinds in here. If you are looking for a quiet evening to enjoy their magnificent fountain-laden patio with one of the hundred+ bottled beers from around the world, go mid-week or almost anytime the University of Arizona is not in session. However, unlike its peers on the strip, it does not generally draw an obnoxious and overbearing crowd (see Maloney's and O'Malley's).\n\nMake sure to let them know it is your birthday....you will receive one of their very cool shirts as a gift."
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"So I've driven by this place that's on the corner of Keane Rd and Gulf to Bay Blvd a multitude of times and always been scared to go in due to the two crossed swords on their sign and you can't quite see the restaurant from the road, but there always seems to be a lot of cars outside, so today I dared to go in. \n\nThe restaurant is actually very nice, they have stone accents and an outdoor bar. They have the doors open for an island feel, but you are still cool inside. I was happy to see that they had \"early bird\" specials that were all under $10 and even the dinner menu was very reasonably priced (under $20). Almost everything on the menu sounded good (macadamia encrused grouper sandwich, crabcakes, carribean pulled pork, etc). I ordered the Crabcake with coconut rice and sauteed veggies (which I was pleasantly surprised to hear had broccoli, onions, red bell pepper, celery, carrots, and snow peas!). They also had flavored teas (I had the peach) which was very good and they bring you out some cornbread muffins to start. \n\nI am definently ready to RUMBA again!",
"Average cuisine + lazy execution + spotty service = 1.5 stars\n\nI dined here with the fam for the second time in a year. What I remembered most about my first visit was that I left feeling \"greasy\". My second experience was, for better and worse, much more memorable.\n\nRumba has a large outdoor patio/seating area, surrounded by lush greenery. There is a cabana/bar outside on the patio. On a Saturday evening, a delightful solo act on a steeldrum sang and played familiar ditties in calypso style. The ambiance on the patio is great; it captures the laid-back vibe of Clearwater. \n\nThe inside seating area of the restaurant is a different story: stuffy and with the exception of those cool Caribbean vertical-spinning ceiling fans, it felt like a cross between Perkins and Bennigans, decor-wise. Like we did, you should definitely opt for the outdoor area, which is much more lively (at least in the winter).\n\nThe menu IMHO is poorly laid out, too. A lot of flipping back and forth, and some items simply had no explanation (\"Fiesta salad\" and \"wedge\" specifically). Take a look for yourself (http://www.baystarrestaurantgroup.com/rumbaisland/menu1.html). I was also confused by the \"subsections\" within the main sections, which conflicted with the descriptions of the \"parent\" section.\n\nFor an appetizer, we ordered \"onion strings.\" The plate came out as a pile of loose fried onion bits (think a can of french's) with a single spoon of thousand island served in an asian-style soup spoon, placed atop the pile. No utensils or explanation of how to eat it was provided. Simply awful. This terrible mess makes the bloomin' onion at Outback seem like a Filet Mignon at Bern's. \n\nI also ate a tomato salad with red onions, blue cheese and a balsamic vinaigrette dressing. It was pretty decent but the red onions were sliced way too thick, and the salad was drowned in the dressing (Chef, maybe take a look at this video? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfEG15CLTqo)\n\nFor the entree i ordered a blackened mahi sandwich. It was served on focaccia bread, with two slices of raw cucumber and one dried up tomato slice. Uninspired. The side of coleslaw had sliced almonds thrown on top. Bland. When the server set the plate down, the dressing (which was again served in an Asian-style plastic spoon) was tipped over on the plate, and it spilled onto the table. The server did not even notice. \n\nThe fish was well seasoned and cooked, but was overshadowed by the other ingredients and the sloppiness of the plating.\n\nThe rest of the family got different variations; the rumba trio (ribs, chicken wings, fried shrimp); the coconut encrusted mahi, etc. I do give them props on the wide variety of side dishes they offer. If you order an entree, you can choose from two sides. I sampled most of them, which are Southern influenced, and they are generally very tasty. Also the mini corn muffins that are served as the bread basket are noteworthy.\n\nDespite my attempts to be healthy with my choices, I again left with that greasy feeling as though I ate a heavy meal.\n\nI can't believe that this restaurant is owned by the same group (Bay Area Restaurant Group) that gives us Island Way Grill and Salt Rock Grill, both outstanding. C'mon, guys, send over some help to Rumba and shape it up! \n\nIt's simply too hard to overlook the many small infractions to warrant a rating higher than 1.5 to 2.",
"I have eaten at Rumba a few times but after the last time I will think twice about going there. I sat at the bar inside for the first time. I was able to see what was going on inside the kitchen. \n\nLet me tell you this place is dirty. \n\nThe kitchen staff never washed their hands after taking money from people and cleaning off tables then they would make up baskets of bread to give to you with the same dirty hands. I saw a waitress fixing her hair then she pick up he pen off the ground rubbed her hands on her pants then walked to the back and picked a basket and put bread in it with her hands. I asked the waitress if everyone uses there hands to make up these baskets and she said \"Yes\" like it is no big deal. \n\nI would not be that bothered if they washed there hands but they don't. \n\nWell it is know surprise that on my frst visit I had a hair in my food. \n\nAfter talking some more with the same waitress I found out that the service staff also keeps the bathrooms clean during there shift. This means that when ever they have a few min. they are to go in the bathroom and wipe down the counters and change the trash bags and pick up fallen paper. Ya right Like I Ever want a waitress serving me after she cleand the bathroom. \n\nI don't know how this place is running with such loose standards of cleanlyness. I could tell you more about the manager / Owner that runs the place. But all I will say is that man can yell. I could hear him from the bar yelling at everyone that walked into the back to pick up orders. It was really bad. \n\nI used to go there for the cheap drinks but I stopped after I found out that they re-use disposable cups. \n\nThis place is all around not worth it. \n \nI haven't eaten there in a few months and I know I will not ever go back it is just not worth the risk.",
"Went here with colleagues after a busy and stressful day. Rumba's was a nice change of pace from the Applebee's and Olive Gardens of America. It wasn't the best cuisine I've ever had but it was really delightful and we enjoyed our server's disposition. Following such a great meal we went back the next night and all ordered something new; only one of us was happy with what we had selected. Once was the charm; twice wasn't as nice.",
"EXCELLENT, Very pleased with quality and the atmosphere. The Rumba Salad is wonderful, with a topping of Blackened Shrimp, Salmon or the grilled chicken, lots of fresh avacodo. The little muffins are a real treat, I even ordered some to take home for hubby. The Sangria is flavorful and a 2 for 1 deal makes it affordable. My new favorite place, would recommend to anyone who likes to Kick it up a notch.",
"Was intrigued because of some other reviews I read, obviusly not recently posted!\n\nThe outside tiki area is cute with fans and a large bar area as well as tables, but of course it's a smoking area and the combination of the stench of cigs and the humidity made us opt to eat inside.\n\nInside was a whole different story. Dark, outdated 70's polynesian decor with a dennys like atmosphere. We were seated by the sloth of a hostess next to a group of 8 blue hairs (never a good sign) and ordered drinks. They have a decent beer and select wine list so that was good.\n\nWe ordered conch ceviche and fried green tomatoes to start with. The tomatos of course were too soggy and not very good at all. THe ceviche was very good! Served in a large martini glass, with no crackers though, which it would of been nice to have. \n\nAfter trying to ponder if we should stay or hit Fish Tail WIlleys we decided to have another drink and ordered the jerk wings with mango barbque sauce and the smoked fish dip. The wings were the best wings we've had anywhere! They're smoked on the \"fire pit\" and then glazed. The fish dip was very good too, except it was served with ritz which I dont' care for, but the fish itself was nicely made with not too much mayo or cream cheese like most places.\n\nWe found out the ribs, chicken, pork and steaks are all smoked in the fire pit before grilling so that's a plus! \n\nThe place looked (inside) like it really needed updating, cleaning and a younger crowd! \n\nAll in all, it was ok, I might pick up wings and fish dip to go, maybe even try the smoked ribs or jerk chicken but I'd avoid the rest of the menu and I probably wouldn't go back here again.\n\nOh, and the outside tiki hut was loaded with that 50something I do nothing but sit at a bar and drink pabst all day crowd, so that was gross in itself.",
"Looks like they redecorated or something. Had three appetizers for dinner, small wedge salad, oysters rockefeller, finished with ahi tuna. Big screen TV's just right for Grape Fruit league scores. Food was great, server was too.",
"Did somebody say RUMBA!?! This place is awesome! I love the decor, inside and outside. The food is amazing and I can't wait to go back and try something new. They had so many good things on the menu it's hard to choose just 1 or 2 things. I went on a Sunday afternoon and it was just beautiful! \n\nThis would be a great place to go at night with friends I would imagine. The owner said that they bring in live music on the weekends and it gets packed on Saturdays. I imagine that this is the place to be on a weekend.",
"I called to make reservation for 32 people for my daughter's 21st birthday. \nSpoke to Nick and he handled everything. It was wonderful!!!\nThey had and area section off for the group and the servers were waiting and ready. The food was excellent, some had the Mahi Mahi, Monteque Chicken, Grouper sandwich with a special sauce, crab cakes and the fish spread, etc everyone loved the food. \nHappy hour started at 4:30, and the lunch special runs to 5:45. \n My friends and family have never been to Rumbas, but they are going to come back. To Nick and server staff, Thank you, Thank you.\nKelly Paul",
"Maybe this place has undergone a change of management, because compared to previous reviewers, I really enjoyed it! Our server started us with some small spicy and sweet cornbreads which were good. For the meal, I had a grilled catfish sandwich with a side of cole slaw. The catfish was grilled really well and was flavorful without being extra salty or fishy, with a slice of dark red tomato, and two delicious pieces of ciabatta bread surrounding it. The cole slaw was also excellent - which is a surprise for me, because I almost NEVER like cole slaw - with slices of almond and small chunks of pineapple. I also liked that it was just the right proportion of food. The only bad thing I'd have to say is that the service was just a bit slow, but I'll have to see how it compares the next time I'm there."
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"Fine dining Mediterranean restaurant. Excellent food. Excellent service. Good prices and portions. Plenty of menu options with a long list of daily specials. Upstairs and downstairs seating. Bar downstairs. The complimentary garlic bread with creamy garlic dip is awesome! Definitely deserving of four stars if just for consistency, as I've never had a bad meal in all the years of eating at this establishment.",
"Farnsworth House is your typical \"fine dining\" establishment set in a quiet, little town. I am one for frequently dining at places where the food good and consistent. Farnsworth House is one of these places, which makes the price tag on some of the dishes reasonable. However, I would not recommend some of their specials priced at the $35-50 range. I recently dined with friends at the Farnsworth House and after seeing the quality of the $35 filet mignon medallions, I just felt like it was not worth it. The meat was over cooked (they had asked for medium and got well done) and quality of the beef was just average. They seemed to have a couple issues with overcooking the food that night, as our calamari come out overcooked as well. The saving grace of the meal was their tomato blush sauce, it was delicious. After frequenting the restaurant, I have found that their Italian sauces are excellent. Overall, its a great establishment its just not the best steak place I have been to in the area.",
"The Farnsworth House is the only restaurant I ever visit when I'm in Bordentown, NJ. I have never been served anything but a quality meal. The service has always been first rate and the menu always has something new to try. Oh.. the portions are always plentiful.",
"When I first saw the Farnsworth house, I figured that this place would be quaint. But what I didn't expect was that the food would be absolutely incredible and that it'd be such a high class dining experience. To start off, the bread was very tasty. (I think our table probably ate about 6 loafs over the course of the night.)\n\nI ordered the Chicken Bella Bucca while some of the people I was with ordered steak and seafood. Every plate was made with care. The presentation of each entrees was very professional. I almost felt as if I was in a very formal dining establishment like French Laundry in CA or Petroleum Club in FW. The food itself was far above average. The portions were generous. By the end of the night, I think everyone's plate was spotless. Everyone left full and satisfied. The only downside was that by time you add an appetizer (highly recommended ) and a tip, you are looking at a $50 meal. While that isn't much more than what I'm used to in CA, it might be steep to take an entire family out to dinner.\n\nBottom line? If you have a choice between some lame chain restaurant or the Farnsworth House, go with the Farnsworth House. It might cost a little more than some ready-made Olive Garden but it won't disappoint. The place is definitely worth the extra couple of bucks.",
"Great place for a nice dinner, or even just a drink. Check out their bargain priced bar menu with a lot of great options. Great food and service, and worth the trip to Bordentown!",
"i was looking for a good restaurant to take my bf for his birthday after a weekend in Trenton. \n\nthe staff was very friendly and the service is quick.\n\nI ordered a Chicken Marsala....thier sauce....was....orgasmic! \nMy boyfriend ordered a Steak Au Poivre, he devoured his plate.\n\nwe were both impressed by our experience from this restaurant and my boyfriend was content with my decision to bring him here. we live in NY and we are planning another weekend back to trenton and stop by Bordentown to have another fantasic dinner. \n\nSince then i have been craving thier Chicken Marsala. and i cannot find anything that comes close here in NYC.",
"Very impressive food out in the middle of nowhere. Definitely earned their 23 zagat taste score",
"We just love this place !!!! Great food, and great drink at somewhat reasonable prices. I have had steak, and have had seafood and pasta, all great !!! Service is always friendly and fast (not rushing).",
"This is a nice restaurant in an attractive little town. I'm not sure where its Zagat 23 comes from but the food is OK, the service is good, and the atmosphere is pleasant. \n\nMy wife had the soup and a salad. The soup was chicken ditalini and quite tasty. The salad was a mixed green salad with a big chunk of grilled salmon. I had the Chicken Bella Bucca which was a prosciutto and mozzerala stuffed breast over spinach with a brown sauce and a bowl of the Stracciatella Florentina. Both were good but really nothing die for. \n\nThe wine list is reasonably priced with a nice and varied selection. The menu is primarily Italian with a tornado Rossini that intrigued me but not enough to order it for lunch. \n\nI'm sure I'll sample some of the other restaurants on Farnsworth Street before I come back but if you have to go there its no hardship.",
"Comfortable surroundings, descent prices and a nice bar. Especially good steaks, chops and seafood. Had the Veal Marsala there recently and it was very good. Good beer list and very good soups, also good is their Steak Au Poivre. Consistent good quality food."
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"Here for a soft opening. Ordered the blue crab gratin ($12) the hand cut steak tar tar ($12) and the gnocchi ($18). All excellent. The crab was creamy and spicy. The tar tar was served with warm dollops of slow cooked egg yolk. Exquisite! The gnocchi is served with a lamb ragu and goat cheese. The creamy goat cheese plays well off the the lamb ragu, and the gnocchi have a lovely soft center. Entree sizes were perfect. I was left wanting more without feeling sick and over fed. \n\nI sampled the #1 cocktail, a combination of bourbon, pineapple cordial, byrrh, lime, mint and sage. Refreshing! A total of six cocktails adorn the menu and bar top. \n\nThe space is warm and intimate. White subway tile lines the wall behind the bar. Blue banquettes line one side of the dining space right up to a modern glass fronted wine cellar. Family photos and large mirrors line the walls leading to a bright open air kitchen.\n\nPower outlets, USB ports and purse hooks are hidden underneath the bar.",
"Gnocchi & tagliatelle were excellent. Prepared beautifully. Excellent service, we sat at bar. You need reservations. Bartender extremely knowlegable, all recommendations spot on. Blue crab gratin is to die for. Waiting on butterscotch pot de creme for dessert, no doubt it will be excellent.",
"Great service from Mandy, great:\nOysters Rockefeller\nCompanion wheat sourdough\nCaesar salad\nClams\nRoasted chicken\nKale gratin\n\nThis is a winner!",
"Had a very nice anniversary dinner starting with oysters on the half shell, clean, medium sized and fresh. Paired with a smart crisp Muscadet wisely served by the glass, the shaved horseradish was nice touch. Kale salad with shaved egg lightly dressed with fine cut to leaves for a surprising texture softer than typical Kale. Loved rich lamb ragu and goat cheese on the gnocchi, heavier preparation but winter appropriate. Shaved Lamb dip sandwich w/jus was simply delicious, and reheated well the next day. Service was timed perfectly and everyone very attentive, can't tell this place just opened as there are clearly veterans running the show. Offered tastes of wine by the glass - not thrilled with either red but that was only minor thing - bottle list looked well chosen so might just be the better option. Will return on regular basis to work around the menu and hopefully some chef seasonal specials. So nice to have another great option like this in heart of WG!",
"Sit back and relax and grab yourself a glass of wine because this is going to be a long one.\n\nJust know this, there really is something for everyone here. I feel like we will be able to pop in and belly up to the bar and share chicken wings and a salad on a night we are too tired to cook. It's the place you can stop and grab some delicious chicken soup for the sick kid at home. Need a sit down meal with some comfort food and casual vibe? You found it. Having a dress up date? It's the place you will be able to make a reservation for your special event and enjoy a prime meal with attentive service. How can it be all of this at once? I am not sure, but it is. \n\nWe arrived in the area of the restaurant and honestly, we weren't sure exactly which store front was it. There is not a lit sign but I did see the neon heart that sits behind the bar so I knew it was OK to park. Parking was easy, street parking and very close. I am not sure if Webster doesn't allow lit signage, I was so excited I forgot to check if other's had it. I don't think this is a huge issue but it did catch my attention enough to write about it.\n\nRight away upon walking in the door, I knew this was a place we would feel comfortable. It very much has that neighborhood restaurant and bar feel. It's open, there is walk in seating against front window. There were people sitting at the bar eating and drinking and most of the tables were full. We had made a reservation for 6:30 and arrived about 15 minutes early. We figured parking was going to be more complicated than it was. They were able to seat us right away though. I would highly recommend making a reservation if you want to sit at a table and have a meal. I understand they are already booked on the weekends for the next few months. Know that the high tables as you walk in the door are reservation tables, not bar seating.\n\nThere are touches of love everywhere. The wall of photos of Congenital Heart Disease children and families just makes you want to hug a stranger and weep at the same time. The hearts representing our beloved Ollie and Oakes remind you that the people that own this place are living their dream despite having been thru the most awful experience a human can have, losing a child. What I think I love the most is that their names will be said over and over and over again and they will never be forgotten. They are now woven not only into the hearts of family and friends but now the hearts of the community.\n\nWe spent quite a bit of time exploring the menu. Our server, Grace, never made us feel rushed. My husband Den has severe allergies to cooked tomatoes and chocolate and she asked us to give her an idea of the items we were interested in and she would check with the chef. Honestly, I had to do a bit of googling. There were some things I had no idea what they were. They turned out to be fancy words for familiar items. We love food but we aren't fancy folks. Knowing that the owners are so much more open as eaters than I am, did cause me a bit of worry before I saw the menu. We were even unable to try everything that we wanted to. I could have ordered so much more. We ordered too much and went home with a full size shopping bag of leftovers but we couldn't help it. \n\nSo here is what we ordered:\n\nWe were offered the bread service. It was fresh bread from Union Loafers which is a wonderful bakery in the Grove neighborhood. We had a sourdough and also some kind of brown bread. They were both delicious. Olive + Oak makes their butter in house and it was also served with olive oil. I can't remember what is in the butter but try it, I think it might be honey? but its not sweet. Sea Salt? Fresh herbs? Heck! I should have written it down.\n\nWe really had trouble choosing from the starters. We wanted to try the Smoked Chicken Meatballs, Crispy Chicken Wings and the Beef Tenderloin Slider for sure. Our first google was the description of the meatballs. What the heck is \"agro dolce\". Well, I know dolce means sweet and agro sounds like agriculture. Sweet grain? Nope. It is Italian sweet and sour sauce. ohhhhhhh that sounds good.\n\nWe finally ordered the Crispy Chicken Wings. They are $12 and the description is \"chili mustard butter\". I know we love wings. We really love mustard wings and they are pretty hard to find in St. Louis. We love chili but were a bit nervous since that was the first thing listed that they would be too spicy. Den doesn't love super spicy. I believe there were 8 wings on the plate. Really at first I thought they were a teeny tiny bit too expensive but the flavor and quality made them $12 very quickly. They were perfect! They are crispy on the outside and so tender on the inside. The thing is, they aren't in a traditional sauce. They aren't in any sauce. The mustard on it is a dry rub and it is outstanding! I can easily eat these weekly. And the worries about being too spicy? Not. They are way more mustard than chili. They have a lot of spicy flavor but spicy as in spices, no",
"Celebrated my 5 year olds birthday at O&O's last night, it couldn't have been a better setting!! The kids menu is AWESOME along with the adult menu!! Highly recommend The cowboy steak with #71 drink (pemm cup). Don't miss out...a great addition to Webster dining.",
"This restaurant is beautiful for so many reasons. From the hand made tree installation with copper leaves and hearts to the family photos in the back of the room, this space was made with love from top to bottom. \n\nWe arrived at 445pm on a Sunday to a packed restaurant. We grabbed the 2 open chairs at the bar with our 6mo. old son (this place is kid friendly) and ordered a draft beer, Modern Brewery's \"Oakes Lee\". This beer is name after one of the owners son, who passed away from a congenital heart defect. It was light and crisp and PERFECT in every way. \n\nWe also had the blue crab gratin dip and it was delicious. This slightly spicy dip with chunks of crab paired perfectly with the toasted buttery pretzel bread. \n\nThe bar tender was very friendly and attentive. We will be returning to this spot time and time again!",
"One of the best restaurants we've been to in a long time! From our appetizers...wings and crab spread...to the dinners...Dover sole, lamb & gnocchi or the clams...luscious and amazing! Perfectly prepared! The service was spot on! Oh...the desserts..warm Banana bread or the pudding. We will be back...again and again! So warm and inviting. Truly a neighborhood restaurant but so nice to have such an amazing place to enjoy!",
"Was fortunate enough to eat at this restaurant during my visit to St Louis. Everything I ordered was delicious, which included:\n\nDrink: #71 (Pimm's)\n\nOyster (Half Shell)\nBlue Crab Gratin\nCrispy Chicken Wings\nThe Dip\n\nOther members in the party ordered the Roasted Chicken and Prime Aged Strip, which were thoroughly enjoyed. The waitress was very attentive and often checked in on us to make sure everything was alright. I will definitely visit this restaurant again next time I'm in town, and highly recommend it to anybody in the STL area.",
"Great addition to the neighborhood. Great staff and layout. Decent bar options, however, its more of a set bar - I wish they would include the basics in case all you want is a vodka/soda or something similar/basic. FOOD: We tried the smoked chicken meatballs, The Strip & whatever the fish special was = all delicious. We'll be back soon."
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"Excellent neighborhood feel--like you're invited to a good friend's home for dinner. The service was a bit slow but careful and attentive. We live nearby and have eaten there several times now. The food has been flawless (and its an open kitchen so you can even sit at the bar and watch it prepared). Great experience, very reasonable prices. Excellent focused menu well done.",
"Paladar 511 holds everything I had hoped for and more. The balance of clean and delicious food, a comfortable beautiful space, and friendly and warm staff. This experience was well worth the suspense in waiting for the restaurant to open. Jack, Susan and Ed have designed a neighborhood restaurant with food that spoils you at the same time that you feel simply at home. \nMy friend and I started out with the tuna crudo (magically balanced avocado, raw tuna, local citrus, and pistachio) and the roasted beet salad (a wonderful balance of tart, rich, and fresh tastes). As we sat at the open kitchen watching them prepare our food, we couldn't help but stare at the dishes as our mouths watered. \nWe also had the pleasure of sharing a bowl of the fingerling potato soup, which complimented the rainy weather like your grandmother's soup kicked up a notch. I would walk in the rain at least a mile to have the soup as a warm up. \nFor our main course we had two of the pizza options. My friend summed it up the best when at one point she stopped and stared at her braised lamb pizza saying, \"I should get a box to take this home, but it is so good that it deserves to be eaten here.\" The eggs, mushroom, asparagus pizza was accent with the perfect balance of truffle pecorino. \nYou can't go wrong checking out Paladar 511! In fact, I am looking to be there next week for my birthday dinner.",
"For the first time ever, we tried a new restaurant and didn't have a single complaint. Paladar 511 was everything I wanted in a new pizza place, and is definitely my favorite pizza in New Orleans now. The restaurant space is calm and inviting, the service was great and timely, the food came out promptly. We also enjoyed peeking at the food our neighbors were eating too, the restaurant has a real community vibe with close tables and a really late community table in the center. I'm excited to see what the full bar will look like when it arrives but they had a nice selection of wines and pbr until then. On top of all that, our waitress was happy to answer our millions of questions about the space and the 511 building, and told us that we should definitely come back again because they plan on rotating the menu every few weeks. \n\nWe started with the tuna crudo which was TO DIE FOR. The tuna was super fresh and paired perfectly with citrus, avocado, and fennel. Between the three of us, the tuna was gone in a matter of seconds. We thought about ordering a second one but decided to just hold out for pizzas... \n\nWe got two pizzas, the perfect amount for three people to share. We did the Italian sausage pizza which was SO GOOD, sweeter but awesome pizza sauce with slightly spicier Italian sausage, and the shiitake and egg pizza which was my favorite. Trust me, I know my egg and mushroom pizzas... And this one is perhaps the best one I've ever had.... Thinking about going back again tonight for another slice of that. \n\nWe ended the whole meal with the flourless chocolate cake, which was good but not amazing. Perhaps I really just would have preferred more tuna for desert!! Definitely going back very soon, and have already recommended it to a handful of friends.",
"I literally made a Yelp account just so that I could give this place 5 stars. The only thing better than the food was the great service! I had made reservations and ended up being a little late even after pushing them back (I hate being that person--but they were very accommodating), and they had held a great booth for us. Everyone was so helpful, and our waitress was adorable and really knowledgeable. \n\nThe open kitchen is a really cool thing to see, and I love the setting of the place. We had the crispy pork shoulder, artichoke pizza and beet-farro salad. I'm not a big picture taker but just trust that the pork was the tastiest thing I've eaten in awhile. I think they are still working on the bar because the selection is a bit limited (beer, wine, and one cocktail that seems to rotate) but I didn't mind since I'm a big wino anyway. We were pretty full otherwise we would have gotten a dessert--I'm kind of kicking myself still for not just sucking it up and making room. I\n\nI found it to be pretty reasonably priced for the most part, especially considering how good everything is. 'll definitely be back--we've both been raving about it all the next day!",
"Had dinner on Sunday night - beet salad, tuna appetizer, Cobia, and farm raised egg pizza. Everything was very unique and delicious. Will definitely be back many times over!",
"I can't say enough great things about this place! Service was wonderful and the food was the best I have had in all of my 5 years of being in Nola. I would eat here every evening if I could.",
"Wow! Absolutely everything was delicious- the place was beautiful & service was outstanding. Highlights for me were the Crudo & the Risotto. We went w/ friends who own an Italian restaurant & they said it was the best pizza they had ever had! I have to agree.",
"Best new restaurant in New Orleans! Not to be missed. Fresh, fresh, fresh! Delicious, delicious, delicious!",
"Delicious trendy food spot. They have a local, fresh menu that updates every few weeks depending on what is available. The space is inviting with an open kitchen and high, exposed ceilings. I thoroughly enjoyed the food and experience, but I am a little off put by the fact that this is another in a slue of new restaurants doing the same thing. Whether it be in New Orleans, New York, or San Francisco, I could point you to a handful of hip restaurants that are insanely similar. \n\nAnyway, good food. Trendy place. Check it out.",
"Excellent FOOD!--You are greeted as if you have arrived at your families for dinner and with or without a reservation you receive great service. The open kitchen is wonderful, great vibe and every dish is treated with love.\n\nMy favorites:\n Sangria\n All Pizza's\n Tuna Crudo (and I don't like raw fish)\n Fingerling Soup\n Chicken Soup\n Roasted Root Veg Salad \n Short Rib's w/Polenta\n Risotto w/truffle \n Crispy Braised Pork w/cabbage\n House made Gnocchi\n \n Ricotta cake with candied kumquats (Amazing)"
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"I came here with some of my Tampa friends for an afternoon of Chinese buffet lunching and for 11 bucks it's not bad for all you can eat. Plus! There is an assortment of things to choose from, including sushi. I was fortunate to catch the sushi just as it was getting rotated with a fresh batch. \n\nOver all a nice cheap place to indulge in just \"OK\" tasting Chinese food. Some of the food tasted like it had been under the heating lamp for a while, but it seemed that people were consistently bringing out new items as it was a busy Saturday rush of tourists, families etc. I wouldn't come here all the time but for a big group of friends with little spending cash, I highly recommend!",
"Darn good food, for the price.\n\nI used to live just a few miles from this place, and it was a regular weekly haunt for me & my husband. Almost like a \"poor man's Crazy Buffet\". If you like sushi, you'll find this place to be an even better value. They have a suprising assortment of decent (not great) sushi. Though I'd definitely reccomend you come during the beginning of the lunch or dinner rush. Come during off-peak times and the sushi is a little too warm, and rubbery. Not good. But come when it's fresh and it's just right. \n\nOf the regular Chinese food, they have a darn good assortment, pretty much anything you could ask for, including a regularly changing variety of Dim Sum. My favorite was the little shrimp pastries, whatever they were called. They were good. They also had Miso Soup, which isn't standard fare for most Chinese places, and was a nice suprise. \n\nNights, they had crab legs on the buffet and like so many Chinese crab leg buffets, they were often a bit over-cooked and difficult to get the meat out of them. But occasionally we caught them on a good night and had our fill of some pretty good crab legs. Just don't go with your hopes too high, if you're hoping for the crab. \n\nThe sweet tea is excellent and the service was always very good. Now my husband and I visit Tampa a couple times a year and this is one place that's on our \"must visit\" list. Only drawback, us being truck drivers, is that it's not truck-friendly, unless you drop your trailer and bobtail. However, last time I was there, there is an empty parking lot within walking distance, west of the restaurant, if you want to bring a truck & trailer down there.",
"This is a good buffet for the price. Lots of food but not as much sushi as they mentioned in the description. The parking lot was more that half full around 2:00 pm but there were plenty of tables available. What I tried I liked but one might be a little turned off at the dirty plate here and there. Sometimes that can turn and appetite. I would go again but only if i am back in that area.",
"This place is GREAT.\n\nWe arrived at 2:10pm and the place was pretty much empty. We were seated quickly and with great service. They took our drink orders and gave us these two huge glasses of soda (I guess they didn't want to bother with refills).\n\nThe selection was amazing for the price. It was about $18 for 2 people, now sure if sodas cost extra or if there was tax or what not, but still, this is a great big deal.\n\nThe sushi selection was the reason we came here in the first place, but it was definitely not 30-40 different options as some other reviewer stated. It was more like 10, most of which contained imitation crab meat. The best roll ever was the spicy crab stick roll in which I must have eaten over 3 rolls in that itself.\n\nThe rest of the food was great. The Chinese food was amazing and surprisingly fresh, and the watermelon was crispy.\n\nI regret not trying the soup, but the sushi was too good to pass up on. If I lived in Tampa, I would come back often, but since I don't I will have my memories, and I hope you give it a shot. It's a great bargain here in Tampa!",
"This was horrible! It has been a few years since I was here, and I must say the quality has definitely declined. Lukewarm, poor to no flavor, and terrible service rounded out the dining experience. Waitresses have to only make sure you have your drink refilled and the occasional lost utensils, so service shouldn't be a problem. Not so here. Don't waste your time and money stopping here. There are much better places around the area in the same price range.",
"I don't think that there is such a thing as a \"great chinese buffet\". However, I enjoy taking guests that don't know anything about oriental food. The food selection is good and if you are in a tie budget it's worth it. Otherwise there is nothing worth eating. On a positive note my 5 year old asked the waiter for hot-and-sour that was not spicy. With in 5 minutes they had a huge container of the soup and a bowl. He loved it. Well he is 5 after all!",
"A culinary disaster and cultural bastardization. Best thing on the menu was Pepsi. Food dishes left out and unchecked for hours. By far the worst sushi I ever had in 32 years of living. The sanitary conditions I experienced here is only rivaled by those I have had while eating in a village in Iraq. The only way the food could be worse is if the fruit flies stayed in it. The decor is what I would imagine of a far east crack-house. Avoid at all cost. Going to Home-Depot and buying rat poison for lunch would be a better investment.",
"What the heck were we thinking?\n\nWe had one hour before having to return to the USF campus, we were starving and no one was in the mood for fast food or campus cafeteria. A quick drive down Fowler and low and behold... chinese buffet for UNDER SEVEN BUCKS. \n\nWhy not?\n\nRemember the four of us were very hungry and perhaps thinking along the lines of \"QUANTITY\" in lieu of \"QUALITY\" \n\nWe were greeted by the hostess but before taking a table we checked out the buffet... obviously we weren't in the right mindset to know what we were getting into. At that moment we all agreed it looked and smelled wonderful. We accepted a table and made our way to the buffet...\n\nNo one finished their first plate and I was the only glutton for punishment that decided to make another plate. There must be something we like, right? NOPE, I was very incorrect with that assumption. \n\nPerhaps someone slipped us something earlier and we hallucinating to think it looked and smelled good. Maybe our hunger just got the best of us. Or we just simply screwed up, but what ever it was we knew a great error of judgement had occurred. What followed that evening was proof of our misfortune (nothing pretty I can assure you).\n\nEver have one of those days...",
"This was the most awful Chinese Buffet I have ever been to!!!! I have been to a ton of China Buffets around the country, and this one TOPS THE WORST!!!! As soon as I was seated, I was put into a booth with a tear in the booth the size of my hand. The walls were covered in food drippings and mold. There was also water damage and mold under the wallpaper and on the ceilings. The light fixtures above the table were covered in dust; you could actually watch the dust fall into your food if you look closely!! The food tasted like old, stale, wet food. It was disgusting-the crab legs were brown looking, the crab rangoon was stale, the lomein was soggy and soaked in oil with no flavor, I found a 1\" piece of hair in my Hawaiian rice, the pastries were stale, the wall above the ice cream has food splattered all over it, the bathrooms look like they've never been cleaned and reak like something died, the service was terrible. The manager was reading a newspaper the entire time while the floor was covered in food particles and could have been swept. One of the employees kept checking his cell phone in the corner-extremely uncomfortable. Dont waste your money! There are tons of other China Buffets in the area-there's one right down the road from this one, and it looked packed! This restaurant has 14 state violations on their state inspection, I looked it up because a place like this should NOT be in business!!!! DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY AND STOMACH'S on something that will make you sick all night!!",
"I ate there at least once a month from 2001 until 2008, and then last month.\nThe food is hot and fresh, good but not great.\n\nThe issue I have for this business is, the outside looks like it is abandoned.\nSuper gross, trash and dirt everywhere. The building is falling apart.\nMaybe they rent, at least they could clean it up. Inside and out."
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"The cafe scene at the corner of 15th and Walnut has always been crowded, with at least five establishments within one block: Cafe Loftus, Cosi, and three Starbucks franchises. Starting next week, you will have two more choices: Le Pain Quotidien and Elixr, slated to open Wednesday, January 19. \n\nExlir is a tiny, glass-fronted coffee shop located directly across from Max Brenner's on 15th Street directly below Walnut Street. The seafoam green interior features high ceilings, hardwood floors and paneling, communal tables, leather armchairs and a flat-screen HDTV. A white-granite countertop wraps around the bar. \n\nThe uniqueness of Exlir's offerings starts with the source of their coffee, most of which is currently roasted in Kansas. Plans are in the works for local sources to be featured as well. Drinks include coffee, lattes, espresso, and hot chocolate. The cafe will also feature Marathon sandwiches and oatmeal made from steel-cut oats. \n\nI sampled a single shot of espresso, which was bitter, full bodied, and quite tasty. One of the proprietors imparted the importance of quality crema on an espresso, and if that's what you're into this one definitely has it.\n\nIt will be interesting to see what type of clientèle develops at one of latest offerings in a crowded locale which somehow manages to remain under-served.",
"Elixr is a new, recently opened specialty coffee shop on 15th street between Locust and Walnut which just happens to be located right along the block between my train stop and my office at 15th and Walnut. Since they were new and convenient, I decided to give them a shot and see how they stacked up to the local competition.\n\nI stopped in during the two first days of business, yesterday and today, and was pleasantly surprised both days. The coffee is strong and delicious, the space is clean, modern and comfortable, and the staff is friendly and welcoming.\n\nThe key differentiator between Elixr and its local competition its dedication to variety. Whereas most coffee shops in the area serve the same blend of LaColombe or their own proprietary roast (starbucks/cosi/etc.) day after day, Elixr provides their customers the option to sample various roasts and blends. \n\nEach day Elixr offers a coffee on \"Tap\", a pre-brewed blend ready to be dispensed (today's was a Guatemalan). Alternatively, the customer has an option to choose from 3-4 additional roasts/blends that can be prepared to-order (pour-over style). All coffees, tap and pour-over, are listed at the counter complete with flavor profiles to allow the customer to make an informed decision. When you drink coffee every day, this option to \"switch it up\" is always welcome.\n\nElixr is shaping up to be a great addition to the CC coffee scene and I'm looking forward to discovering some great coffee. I didn't have a chance to review the rest of their offerings, but plan to on future visits.",
"Stopped in last night and had an excellent experience! \nFirst off, the design of the place is really fantastic. The shop has a lot of style, interesting architecture, and it's modern while maintaining a cozy feeling that I look for in a coffee shop. \nThe coffee was magnificent and I really enjoyed the variety of roasts that they offer. I also overheard one of the baristas serving another customer and he was apologizing because he didn't make the drink good enough and had to start over again. I was so impressed by this because he was invested in the customer having the best experience possible and didn't settle for serving an inferior product. A real gem in between Cosi, Starbucks, and cart coffee available in the immediate area. I'll definitely be back!",
"I'm not a big coffee guy, but I heard Elixr's coffee was good enough that even non-coffee drinkers should give it a try. The concept is that their coffee is of a higher quality, so it doesn't need a bunch of sweeteners and flavor shots added to make it taste good. It's best served black, or in a latte style, and I think they're right. I had a cappucino with an Au Fournil almond croissant this morning and both were delicious. I think it's priced right (everything right around $3). The space is simple with a few nice touches (roaring fireplace on a flat screen TV!) and the location is convenient. I think they should offer some more food options as the cooler was looking a little bare, but I'll give them a pass for being in their first week! Service was excellent. Free wi-fi. Will definitely be back.",
"My boyfriend and I tried this place last night and it was really a nice little cafe. We were looking for a light dinner and got a turkey sandwich (which they have brought in from Marathon) with roasted peppers and cheese - to split. It was pretty good, about what I was expecting from Marathon. The Chai Latte I got was extremely good, and very reasonably priced at $3. The set up of the place was nice, simple/modern design without feeling pretentious. Elixr is new and it was a Sunday night so they were not very crowded, but I suspect if they ever do get crowded the set up might not be ieal...with only four large tables (only good for groups), a small bar, and two comfy leather seats. We were able to get the leather seats by the window which was very nice and our stay was pleasant. The staff was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. They knew a lot about their coffee (which as some other people have mentioned, varies day-to-day with special blends for pour-over) but didn't make you feel stupid if you didn't know. My boyfriend got the Rwanda blend ($2.75), which was very flavorful and the barista explained it as \"the Chardonnay of coffee, \" which we got a kick out of. Good place, definitely worth stopping in for a cup!",
"Not bad at all...\n\nThe coffee is quite good and I had an extremely well prepared latte. The service was polite...almost a little on the shy side...you guys make good stuff, we will be pleased, I promise!\n\nI love the marble countertops...feels much more open than when it was Hausbrandt. I will certainly make this a frequent stop. \n\nI have been kind of stuck with Cosi and Starbucks and have always felt meh about them excusing the Sbux on Latimer.",
"The satff is awesome but the coffee/latte was barely warm. Usually not an issue for me as I'm a bit sensative to hot liquids and foods but I could have downed this entire latte immediately. Elixr needs to get on top of this quickly or they'll fall victim to the list of unsuccessful coffee shops that have preceeded it at this location. \n\nAlso, picnic tables in a coffee shop? Perhaps in the Poconos but not in Center City.\n\nMy original review of Elixr was just after they opened. I wasn't sure if they were going to make it as the first time I went there my coffee was barely warm. Since then, I've gone back a few times and the coffee, service and atmosphere has improved to the point that I'd say, \"Stop on by!\" Good job Elixr!",
"Elixr has become a stop on my morning run or my afternoon school pickup. I love, love that the coffee is direct trade- a term (that I recently learned) means this coffee was responsibly sourced. My lattes were excellent and I like that each coffee has a detailed description. Although its obviously a serious coffee experience, my toddler had a delicious hot chocolate and felt comfortable hanging out in the beautiful space- love all the reclaimed wood. \n\nI also had a vegetarian wrap from Marathon that was the perfect light lunch. Lots of roasted veggies and hummus, yum. \n\nAll and all, great addition to the neighborhood.",
"Philadelphia has surprisingly few places where you can find high-quality espresso. This is absolutely one of them. They pull consistently tasty espresso shots with nice crema. The baristas seem to be a mix of people who have been doing this for a while (like the guy who used to work at Spruce Street) and who are fairly new to this. They seem committed to doing the job right; I mentioned once that my macchiato was on the bitter side, and they remade it, no questions asked, and did a great job on the second time around.\n\nAs for the ambiance, it's exactly what I'm looking for in a cafe: big tables for sharing, a couple of seats for lounging, and a bar that looks out onto the street. It's not as cozy or down-home as some places in the city, but the wood-and-stone interior has a nice feel to it.",
"Great coffee (the best on 15th St). Go \"hand poured\" for an extra rich brew. Cozy spot with rough sawn wood trims, slab stone counters with quarry cut edges, and a fireplace blazing on a HDTV. Way too cozy for this dingy, cold building. Super friendly people behind the counter. Best part: open at 6am. Back to the building... its a slightly awkward setting, but I hope this shop catches on, it should stick around!"
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"Came here for their second day soft opening. We actually were planning on going to Taco Mamacita but walked by Barcelona. Having visited Barcelona and frequenting many tapas restaurants especially in DC thanks to Jose Andres, I was very impressed with the level of service and quality of food - didnt seem like they were ironing out any kinks and acted as a well established and well oiled machine. We ordered a ton of food and it all was very well seasoned and came out at a great pace. Very welcome addition to the Nashville food scene.",
"Came here for a girls night out and could not have been more impressed. The servers were very attentive, though half way through our server changed, and then changed back? Managers came over to check on us, and our server even sent out a complimentary tapas for us to try. The Brussel sprouts were my favorite, perfectly crisp and seasoned. We also had a charcuterie board, serving sizes were more plentiful than similar restaurants, though I would have liked more jams/fruits or accompaniment. Cocktails were fresh and inventive. Our server brought us a sherry to taste after dinner, a perfect ending to the meal. While it was an expensive evening, the service and food quality were worth it. I look forward to returning to try the rest of the menu!",
"First time in Nashville and this place was highly recommended since it just opened. It did not disappoint. The pork cheek croquettes were awesome. Definitely recommend. Rae was our server and she was such a joy to have. Very courteous and knowledgeable of the menu. Great atmosphere and selection on the menu. They switch their tapas menu daily and add new creations. Have options for 7oz. Beers to try out different drafts. Great for a casual date or a night with the girls.",
"The staff was amazing helping me select the best choices. The Shrimp Carpaccio was to die for!! The hanger steak and Brussels sprouts were also delicious. The environment, great food and friendly staff create an amazing experience.",
"My new favourite spot in Nashville! I took my parents here when they came to visit and we spent 3 1/2 hours at dinner and tried almost every tapas item on the menu. I love the warm, authentic atmosphere, the service was excellent, the cocktails and wine were delicious, and the food was everything I could have hoped for and more. I was also pleasantly surprised that they have proper espresso; that's been hard to come by at a lot of Nashville restaurants. I can't wait to go back many, many times :) Pro tip: make sure you leave room for the churros!",
"Really digging the vibe and ambience here. Great wine selection, but kinda pricy. My husband had a pale ale for almost $9 and a small pour. I get it, wine is king here. Service was spotty, had about 5 people checking on us throughout the night, but none of them communicated with each other, so they kept asking the same things over and duplicating efforts. Our main waitress was nice and seemed to be knowledgeable of the menu, as she was from another location and seemed to be helping the new place transition. They do have some kinks to work out, but I love wine and tapas, and there was a good amount on the menu. But beware those plates add up to a fancy meal elsewhere. I had to google a lot of the menu since it was mainly in spanish and gave little description. The cauliflower was probably my favorite and i LOVED their olive oil that came with the bread. Great quality. The ham/cheese bites were ok and as much as I adore real paella in a cast iron skillet, it was just ok, as well. Braised short ribs and gnocchi was tasty. All the plates are perfect for sharing. Would make for an excellent date night. Outside patio is also great because they have tons of heaters and blankets making it super cozy and romantic. I dig this place and will return.",
"Barcelona was an awesome location for a date night. The ambience was nice, service attentive, and prices fair for what you get. \n\nWe ordered quite a few tapas and they were all delish. When we asked our waitress questions about what the table next to us had ordered, she brought them out for us to try -- this really made us feel special and solidified the experience. \n\nAn excellent addition to the edgehill village area.",
"Having dined at Barcelona in Atlanta, I was looking forward to their awesome Tapas menu and they definitely delivered. Especially since it was the soft opening, the staff and management were very visible. I I gave a surprising 3* for the high prices and the deafening music/noise level\n\nFood: Everything we ate from the Tapas to the Grilled Meat platter was delicious except for the local sausage which had a pungent after taste.\n\nPrices: Very highly priced. This won't be a casual lunch/dinner stop for me unlike the loved Taco Mamacita next door. If they have 1/2 priced food Happy Hour like the Atlanta based competitor Eclipse di Luna, I will surely return several times weekly. \n*Hint Hint*\n\nAmbience: This is tricky. As much as the decor is beautiful. The 90db jarring noise level is an absolute turn off. Since the music is blasting, you practically have to scream to talk to each other and then they raise the volume to be louder than the talking. It was deafening and I had to go to my car to get ear plugs. When I brought it up to my server, a Mgr came by to explain that there have been guests complain about the volume but since it's part of their business plan to have a high volume, that he couldn't lower the volume. feel sorry for the staff that work there daily as they may have long-term hearing and other health problems. \n\nFamily Friendliness: This is not a child friendly place as it is definitely not ear-friendly. I would wait for summer to roll by before dining outside away from the louder than Hard Rock Cafe noise level.",
"This place has an incredible ambiance and even better food. The tapas are great. There was a small group of us and we each ordered 2 things from the menu to split. The Brussels and cauliflower were my favorite! They have a good selection of wine and cocktails. Our waiter was great. We had an amazing time.",
"Had a great meal with friends here last night. It was busy and crowded, but it's a new place and unique for Nashville so it makes sense that people are excited to check this place out. We had reservations at 8:15 and were seated pretty quickly. There is an extensive, almost intimidating wine list, but we chose well with an albarino and sauvignon blanc. We ordered some charcuterie, a few cheeses (the manchego was best) and some Spanish chorizo. Warm bread and olive oil accompanied this. We decided to each order some tapas and because the table was so small and already full from our wine glasses and bottles we had to space out our orders. The manchego and jamon croquettes, blistered shishito peppers, hangar steak, papas bravas were among our favorites. The broccolini and calamari was a bit underwhelming - not bad, just nothing amazing. The curried chickpea spinach tasted o.k. but was pretty gross looking. We enjoyed when our server came by on another servers shoulders and poured wine in our mouths until we told her stop! It was hilarious and a lot of fun. Ordering tapas can get pricey and you can get stuffed quickly so I recommend doing what we did, by getting a couple at a time so you don't over order. The restrooms are not easy to get to if you are in the front of the restaurant, especially when its as crowded as it was last night, you have to go around the entire enormous bar in the center to go down the back hall to get to them.... but really thats my only complaint and it's really not that biggadeal. Would love to come back when its warm and enjoy some wine on the patio...and get about 3 servings of those shishito peppers!"
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"My first time at Fogo de Chão and everything was great! Today is the grand opening, so I'm hoping the superior service will continue. Everyone from waitstaff/managers/trainers had all stopped by our table several times to check on us and ask us how everything was going. Super happy to have this restaurant in KOP and I look forward to coming back. My friend mentioned that it looks completely different from the center city location and the salad bar items varied as well. So if you're used to going to center city and expecting the same exact things... You may be disappointed! Again ... Overall service is excellent... Probably one of the best experiences I've had at a restaurant! Please continue to keep up the good work Fogo KOP!!!",
"Today is the grand opening, service was great, one of the best experience that i had in my life, it was so good that i spent 3 Hours there.\nThe food is as expected, premium quality meat cooked to perfection, the market bar is really great, keep up the great work.",
"We recently celebrated a wedding anniversary at Fogo de Chão in King of Prussia, and were delighted.\n\nThe food and service were fantastic. Fogo has a high ratio of dining room staff to customers, and they obviously train and manage to an excellent customer experience. Fogo employees, from the moment we walked in were helpful and extended themselves to makes sure that we were satisfied.\n\nBrazilian steakhouses are known for their meats, which were wonderfully prepared at Fogo, but the market bar (a salad bar with quite a few extras) was also very high-end. I sampled at least 7 types of meat, and anyone of them would have made a very good dinner on its own, at any premium restaurant.\n\nThe dining area was very clean and nicely appointed, one would expect from this tier of dining.\n\nVery nice job, Fogo: This was an *easy* 5 stars out of 5.\n\nThe what3words location for Fogo de Chao is: nuns.switch.poker\n\nhttps://map.what3words.com/nuns.switch.poker",
"(4.5) ~ Very Good Overall Food & Service That Makes You Feel Like A King!:)lol \nNOTES: There's a Parking Lot in the back. And Get The FULL Churrasco Experience;) \n\nFAVORITE DRINKS:\n** Fogo (Premium) Caipirinha = (4.25) Very good & Highly recommend\n** Water(tap) = (4) very good...must be filtered;)\n** Coffee = (4) very good & fresh\n\nMY TOP (5) FAVORITE SIDES:\n** Candied Peppered Bacon(Market Table) = (4.75) Excellent & Our Favorite!\n** Pão de Queijo(Cheesy Bread Rolls) = (4.5) Very Good! These Popovers are Addictive\n** Caramelized Bananas = (4) very good\n** Fogo Feijoada(Market Table) = (4) very good black bean stew with pork\n** Watermelon Slices(Market Table) = (4) very good\n** Potato Salad w. Tomatoes(Market Table) = (4) unique take & very good\n\nMY TOP (5) FAVORITE MEATS:\n** Filet Mignon(w/o Bacon) = (4.75) Excellent! Our 1st Favorite! Very Tender!\n** Costela(Beef Ribs) = (4.5) Very Good! My 2nd Favorite!\n** Cordeiro(Leg of Lamb) = (4.25) Very good...My 3rd Favorite\n** Picanha(Prime Sirloin) = (4) very good...My 4th Favorite\n** Filet Mignon(w. Bacon) = (4) very good...My 5th Favorite\n\nFAVORITE SAUCE:\n** Horseradish Sauce = (4) very good\n\nFAVORITE DESSERT:\n** South American Flan = (4.25) Very good & Smooth. Best Flan we've had in the area. Big enough to split between two people;) \n** BONUS: Grab a wrapped \"Butter Mint\" when walking out to leave too!;)\n\nBRUNCH REVIEW: \n(4.5) ~ Very Good Brunch Overall. It's essentially the same menu as the Dinner one, with (4) additional Brunch dishes added to the Market Buffet Table;)\n\nFAVORITE BRUNCH DISHES:\n** Braised Beef Rib Hash = (4) very good & my Favorite of the (4) Brunch selections",
"First off , after getting to the restaurant with reservations at 7pm...my dad and I had to wait 10 mins for a table (not very happy about the wait)...oh well...when we got seated to make up for the wait they gave us prime seats almost in the center of the restaurant and closest to the lovely gourmet salad bar. (Okay, I forgive you now)...our head waiter pulled out both of our seats and made us feel important immediately. The staff was always very attentive and it didn't take long before the gaucho styled dressed men started coming to our table with the array of delicious hand carved selection of high end meat.They give you coasters to flip : green means keep feeding me more meat, and the red means I am full. My dad loved the lamb chops and I was in heaven with the Picanha (the top house special steak).They brought us cheese bread to the table , mashed potatoes, plantains and polenta fries. The salad bar was amazing - everything was spot on and oh so fresh. Did I mention they had basil dressing ...that was heavenly and made the salad so much lighter and refreshing (especially since we went on a hot summer night). Another section they had was a rice and bean bar. (I decided to skip that section)...oh and to round off the evening they brought my dad a complimentary birthday dessert of his choice...we split a tres Leche cake with drizzled strawberry glaze. By the end of the meal, I was thoroughly satisfied....and would definitely come back. The staff really treated my dad like a king and made his 74th birthday special. Oh yeah, for those of you who don't eat meat...call ahead and let the staff know they have seafood options for you too. The bar selection was very good...and oh my goodness the mango refresher drink I got was a perfect pairing for this experience. Before we walked out of the restaurant the head waitress was kind enough to take a photo of my dad and I. Oh did I mention even as you are about to leave ...they have Belgium chocolate candies as you head out the door. This restaurant is a perfect addition to the burbs and I am so glad they found their home in KOP. I give it two thumbs waaaay up. Oh and if things couldn't get better sign up on their website to become a Fogo member and get $15 off your bill. I will definitely be going back! Enjoy to all my suburbanite friends who want to dine with class and safistication. Well done!!! :-)",
"We dined here for our 25th wedding anniversary. It was the second night of the opening at this location. We enjoyed our dining experience thoroughly. We were full from our meal and did not get to indulge in the desserts. I don't eat red meat and I loved the deep sea bass in a mango sauce served over asparagus. Can I just say the entree was simply fantastic, to die for. My husband indulged in the variety of meats and poultry items being strolled about by the meat servers. The salad bar presentation was an array of veggies, fruit and side experiences. Great presentation and phenomenal service. It would have been even sweeter if they had acknowledged our 25th wedding anniversary, considering we told our hostess upon our arrival. We will dine here again.",
"My husband and I went to dinner here last night. We LOVED it! The food was delicious!!!! The staff was excellent and very friendly. Cannot wait to return !",
"My wife and I dined here on Friday night. We arrived at around 7pm and after being a regular of the Fogo in Center City we had high hopes. The food was solid and the buffet was great as usual. Certain things like sausages, chicken legs and others never made their way to the table. Bananas and other side's werent replaced when finished. Lastly, the atmosphere was terrible. It was this big open room, incredibly loud and bright, and felt like an upscale Old Country Buffet. Everything felt very rush and just seemed like they were trying to turn over as many customers as possible. Plus we experienced a hard sell for more drinks (which were nice and strong) and dessert, even after saying no twice. We won't be back to this location.",
"I surprised my husband with a res here for his Bday. He's been to the Fogo downtown and to Chima, as well. He thought the market table here wasn't as large and found the ambience better at the Philly locations. I'm not a meat fan, so I got the sea bass. It was very good, but the sides arrived almost immediately, which was great for him as the meat came fast and furious. However, they were cold by the time my fish arrived. He enjoyed all of his selections, though some returned repeatedly and others he was never offered. We were comped a dessert for his birthday, which was a nice touch. Everyone working here was friendly and eager to please. I can see why folks like this dining experience, but it's not one I would need to do often.",
"Fogo de Chao (King of Prussia) opened about one week ago, and their address currently does not show up on most GPS or navigation systems. Fogo is located off of North Gulph Road close to the Convention Center (behind Wegman's in the new town center), which is @ 3-5 minutes from the Court and Plaza. \n\nSince the restaurant opened last week, I expected a few hiccups in the works, but I was pleasantly surprised. Would we return? Absolutely! \n\nServers: Polite, attentive, and dressed in traditional Brazilian Gaucho attire.\n\nAtmosphere: The inside reminds me of center city restaurant in a landmark building, which has been remodeled to modern chic decor. The restaurant has high ceilings, a long bar, pseudo-open kitchen, with it's \"market table\" in the middle of the restaurant. The restaurant is unattached on three sides, which yields an abundance of sunlight.\n\nBar: The open air bar is spacious, and backs to one of the walls of glass, which provides patrons with a view. I am not a wine aficionado, but their wine list seemed to be extensive. I was also impressed with a selection of cocktails, including some made with Cachaca (typically made into a Caipirinha). I opted for a refreshing Manaus Mule (think of a Brazilian version of a Moscow Mule), made with Vodka, (Brazilian) Cedilla Liqueur de Açai, fresh lime juice and ginger beer). Açai is a macerated fruit liquer. \n\nMarket Bar and Feijoada Bar: I was pleased with the selection of offerings at the Market Bar, each offering a nice presentation. I also opted for the Feijoada, which is a typical Portugeuse stew of beans with beef and pork, and is prevalent in Brazil. Both were deserving of refills.\n\nChurrascaria: A never ending supply of meats are grilled on an open fire (churassco style). Gauchos present the meats on a skewer, slicing the meat onto the client's plate. This serving style is called rodízio.\n\nIndividual Meats: Of particular interest to me was the Filet Mignon, Top Sirloin and Ribeye. The Bottom Sirloin was very good, as well. As a rule of thumb, I usually skip the pork, chicken and sausage at churassco restaurants, however, I opted for the Parmesean Pork, which was probably the best piece of pork I have tasted.\n\nMy preference is for meats to be cooked medium, though I was presented with meats which were what I would probably call medium rare (I am not the expert). In the end, I loved every piece of meat I ordered. \n\nService: Toward the end of our meal, a Gaucho asked if I would like a specific cut of meat - I asked for Filet Mignon. The Gaucho had it sent over, then checked back with me to make sure everything was to my liking. I found the overall service to be excellent ... something you do not always receive at an upscale restaurant.\n\nDrawbacks: Perhaps the only drawback noticed was that I had to sit for quite some time after I was finished with my meal, before I was presented with my check. I could have hailed my host, but was enjoying the atmosphere.\n\nAttire: Fogo de Chao does not have a dress code, but business casual is suggested. A jacket or tie is not required. During our visit, most men wore slacks or khaki's with either a nice polo short, or dress shirt."
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"A bit too pricey for the quality and the crowds but the desserts are extra-fab.",
"The least impressive of the Emeril places in New Orleans, but decent good. You get what you expect, but not much else. Go to Emeril's instead.",
"I got a late seating here and was not disappointed. I had the Pork Porterhouse - just a great dish, fresh ingredients, and cooked to perfection. My friend had the Buttermilk Fried Chicken with amazing mashed sweet potatoes; it was a heaping helping. One of the starters, Miss Hay's Stuffed Chicken Wings with Homemade Hoisin Dipping Sauce is unreal. Get in there if you are down in NO - you will love it.",
"After I went to this restaurant, I understood what all the fuss was about. I had to throw a party for 50-60 cable industry executives, and the experience was divine. Absolutely perfect. We had the entire 3rd floor cordoned off on our behalf, so every guest got to ride their charming little elevator that is located smack dab in the middle of the restaurant. We had a 5-course dinner accompanied by impeccable service (service from the left, clearing to the right, etc. etc.) and a fantastic maitre d' who picked the most amazing wines for us. This is how I became a fan of Patz & Hall Chardonnay for life...and I don't normally like to drink.\n\nThe food was magnificent. I think I should say that again. The food was magnificent. I was almost expecting to see Emeril Lagasse in a chef's hat in the background, it was so good. All night long, I kept hearing our guests ooh-ing and aah-ing over their culinary experience with ear-splitting grins plastered to their faces. I've thrown a lot of parties, but this one was truly memorable, and worth every penny of the $14,000 we spent. The maitre d' even gifted me with a signed copy of one of Emeril's books. What'd I give him? A hundred-dollar handshake.",
"i was reluctant to go because quite honestly, emeril as a TV personality annoys me.\n\ni'm glad that i let go of my iffy feelings.\n\nthe tasting menu was awesome. i admit that there was nothing exotic about it (you can get crab salad and filet mignon at any nice restaurant) but everything was prepared and presented with such care.\n\nit has a nice casual atmosphere... we got a seat next to the kitchen and it was so much fun to watch. the waiters were absolute dolls. \n\nmmm...",
"This was the first place I went to in the Quarter after I got my job in New Orleans in 1997. Amazingly without a reservation and on a Friday night, no less I got a seat at the food bar. Good move. Loved it. Not just were all the dishes good but I was really impressed that the waiter sent me a personal postcard thanking me for coming. I did not expect that.\n\nI should mention that I eventually ended up doing some Flash work for emerils.com but that really does not affect my reviews of NOLA or any Emerils establishment. It's really, really that good.",
"Probably not the best idea to bring my vegan friend here. We had been having a difficult time on our trip keeping her nourished. Yes, there are some great vegetarian options in town, but we all wanted to see if the Emeril hoopla was worth it. So, although we knew it would be difficult, we decided to give it a try.\r\n\r\nI recommend, that if given the choice, you sit upstairs. You are removed from any of the insane riff-raff that might pour in from the French Quarter, and it is a bit more relaxing. I had a steak, and my non-vegan friend the red fish served on a plank of wood. Although, neither were original, they were both done very well.\r\n\r\nSince we were exploring the world of Emeril, I decided to have the \"Emeril's Red Red Wine\" to start. The world's most charming server looked me dead in the eye and asked \"Are you ordering that because it has Emeril's name on it? Or are you a red wine fan?\" When I got done melting, I admitted it was the name, but that I was a red wine fan. With ease and diplomacy he recommended another wine on the list, which was both cheaper and to his credit the best glass of wine I have ever had. \r\n\r\nThen my vegan friend asks, \"Is there any meat on the Cesar salad?\"\r\nWith a smile our server replied, \"just those pesky anchovies.\"\r\n\"Can you leave them off?\" she asked.\r\n\"There in the dressing,\" he said. \r\n\"Since when are there anchovies in a Cesar salad dressing?!?\" she asked appalled. I think the lack of nourishment was getting to her.\r\nThere was brief pause, and then with another smile he said, \"I'm sure it's something we just do here. I'm sure that we can leave them out for you.\"\r\n\"Thanks, I don't mean to be difficult, it's just that I'm a vegan.\" she replied calming down.\r\n\"Oh are you OK with the eggs then?\" There was another pause, and my friend looked at me bewildered. Then with same enthusiasm that sold me the wine he proclaimed, \"we have this raspberry vinaigrette that we make here, it's my favorite.\"",
"i found this meal to be the most disappointing in new orleans. i don't think i should've expected too much since i do watch the food network, and emeril's food doesn't look all that great on tv, but this was our last meal in NO and we had been eating SUCH awesome food the entire trip. I found my papadelle dish to be just average tasting, but it was SO expensive. $30 for a lunch entree is a little steep. the verdict - this place is overrated.",
"I loved NOLA. Such a great location in the French Quarter and such a neat looking restaurant. It reminds me of an old warehouse inside. the bar is bustling with friendly folks and the restaurant is full of hungry hipsters ready for a great meal.\nI had the Buttermilk Fried Chicken with mashed sweet potatos, and my husband had the Grits and Shrimp for dinner. It was AMAZING. The service was alos amazing. \nYou know how sometimes when you go to a restaurant and you are wearing black and the typical white fabric napkin leaves little white thingys all over your black ensemble? WELL--at NOLA, if you are wearing black, the hostess puts a BLACK napkin in your lap. I had never seen that before so I was highly impressed.\nThe Bread Pudding with Drunken Monkey Ice Cream was incredible.\nThe only complaint I had was that their Mint Juleps were not as great as I hoped, but aside from that NOLA was delightful and delicious!\n\nI cannot wait to visit there again.",
"Awesome seafood and desserts! While I am not a huge Emeril fan or care much for celebrity chefs in general, NOLA was terrific. The service while sometimes inconsistent was quite also quite friendly. Waiting a while to get your order taken, waiting a very long time for wine, and the switching of servers is also easily forgettable when everyone is just so nice. I was a bit weirded out when I got escorted, literally, to the restroom. But, I guess that's also part of NOLA's charm. My friend showed up 30 minutes late and all she said to teh host was that she was meeting friends. They instantly directed her to the our table. Great service with such a personal touch.\n\nOk enough about service....it's all about the food here. My oyster and crabmeat baked in garlic butter was unique and delicious. Cornbread was fresh and warm with a hint of jalapeno spice. The shrimp and cheddar grits was also very good. But, the real star here was the dessert. My white chocolate banana fosters bread budding was awesome! The chocolate bourbon pecan pie was also a big hit. And the sweet potato ice cream was like nothing I had ever had. Perfect. And that vanilla rootbeer cake was also really different but totally worked. \nIf only I could live in New Orleans!"
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"This location has such a chill vibe and the interior is really cool. There is a great variety of margaritas and craft beer on tap. All of the servers were very friendly and it was an overall enjoyable experience to eat here!",
"Pretty good spot for a decently priced marg. Service is great but the food is just ok. Great atmosphere and location. Right next door to the riverfront ice rink so be sure to grab a drink and skate....maybe in the opposite order.",
"Had heard about the opening on Facebook, and liked the look of the menu (although the website for the Wilmington spot had not been updated, I checked out the Newark one). Very chill vibe in the spacious locale, we went on Tuesday night post-Christmas, and there was a solid crowd between young professionals, families and couples. The place basically just opened, and while there were a few hiccups here and there we were overall impressed and will be back. Emily was our server and did a great job - friendly, attentive and very sweet. We started with the house guacamole, which was excellent. The basket of chips wasn't giant but they were quick to bring us more when asked. Kids menu had several options and came on a big tray with apples, corn, rice and beans, and even churros - excellent! Wife ordered the shrimp fajitas and I went with chicken and we split them so we could enjoy both. Everything was yummy. Serving sizes weren't gigantic but everything was flavorful and well made. Craft beer and bottle list was very nice, with the draft list written both on the menu and on handwritten hanging signs behind the bar. Wife liked the blueberry mojito a great deal, and there were several others she would like to try next time. Would be interested in checking out a different appetizer, a different entree and any of the desserts next time we go. Took them a while to get one of my beers, but Emily was super apologetic off the bat and assured us things were a little slow behind the bar because they were just getting it going and brand new. Great music playing, great vibe, good food and drinks, great staff - nice job! Excellent new addition to the Waterfront.",
"New Mexican restaurant in River Front area. Building off the successful Del Pez in Newark, Outstanding Creative Food, Great Drinks - Diverse, Innovative Craft Beer Selections, Coconut and Golden Margaritas - wow! and Amazing hospitality for a new restaurant. Prices are very reasonable for the quality of the food. Excellent value. The owner, Javier, the head of Operations, and the GM both welcomed us - made us feel at home. Wait staff very friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Been open for 2-3 weeks. Have gone twice. Each time it has gotten better as servers learn the new systems. Gauc -- 4 choices - OH My great taste! Fajitas - really, really good; their presentation outstanding. Enchilada dish was creative and tasty. Taco sampler platter - is a must get. Their burgers were great too - Go figure in a Mexican Gastrobub!! Children's Mexican \"Bento Box\" was excellent for my grandson - unique presentation. Atmosphere was airy, open, bright with large windows open onto Justion St. It felt relaxing and comfortable ... and \"alive!\" This is a \"gotta go ...\" Try it ... it will brighten a long winters night.",
"I was anxiously awaiting for this restaurant to open up next to my office since I've eaten at their other location and it was awesome. I can happily say it was worth the wait based on my first experience here. For starters, the staff were super friendly and did a great job at suggesting what I should try for lunch. I began with an El Jeffe margarita and ended up getting the chicken enchiladas, which may have been in the best green sauce I've ever eaten. I then tried their Tres Leches cake for dessert as it was the most authentic and tasty one I've ever had. I'm 100% going back there (many times) and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quality, decently priced meal in a cool and convenient spot.",
"Del Pez is super spacious with a nice bar and plenty of room for all of the prospective patrons.\n\nMy girlfriend and I came by for a Thursday dinner. The crowd was pretty impressive for a weeknight. Let's be real, my expectations for Wilmington nightlife aren't the highest so it's pretty solid to see people out on a weeknight, rebels. Anyway, I regress...my meal.\n\nI ordered the Portabella fajitas along with the street corn and my date had the veggie tacos. We also shared the chips and guacamole as an app. Everything was very good, especially my fajitas!! I loved the presentation of the dish. (Check the pic) the vegetables were incredibly fresh and the portabella slices were seasoned perfectly. My date enjoyed her light and flavorful tacos. I'd say that the guac wasn't worthy of the price but good nonetheless.\n\nOur server was very cordial and attentive throughout our meal. I was impressed with how enjoyable our experience was, as there are the expected kinks with a newly opened restaurant. The acoustics were tough, I may have asked our server to repeat herself 5 plus times, although she was patient! \n\nI shall definitely return to try more of the menu and we'll because, Tequila. Welcome to our Riverfront Del Pez, stay awhile.",
"The food is great, bartender service sucks. The bartenders congregate together and chat constantly even when new customers arrive at the the bar. Amazing upbeat music keeps the vibes flowing.",
"House mixed Margarita is too sweet so I had my second one made from scratch and it was great. Fun atmosphere, good location. Food was great! It was packed with people at 8:30 pm on a Friday (in a good way)",
"Went here New Year's Day and was given a lunch menu and ordered the bento box. The waitress came back and told us they were serving dinner all day and couldn't do the bento box, which was fine. Ordered steak tacos and they were delicious. We wanted to go again today so we called ahead to make sure they were serving lunch. The hostess informed us they were serving lunch until 4, so we went in around 2. Upon arrival they said their lunch menu was not available because they were doing dinner all day and that their frozen margarita machine was not working. The staff here is accommodating, the food is good and decently, but perhaps because they are so new they have a lot of inconsistencies!",
"The interior and atmosphere was nice and the service was great.. Very attentive, courteous, and polite. The menu was different than your typical Mexican restaurant.. seems very American-ized. The food was okay.. I ordered the lunch chicken burrito and my co-worker ordered the chicken enchiladas. My burrito was good but nothing special about it. The fries that came with it were great and perfectly cooked. My co-worker said the enchiladas \"weren't bad\". However, I would def come back and try something else on the menu."
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"I had a few minutes to pop in this morning and I'm so glad I did. I definitely did not want to miss out on the opening day especially since the team behind Avenue Deli did such a great job building hype toward their opening, on Facebook, Twitter and the Kickstarter campaign. They totally delivered on this. Great location in the heart of Lansdowne, excellent decor and the knishes that I tried were all great. We'll definitely be heading back soon, to actually sit down and try out more of their menu.",
"Since The Avenue Deli is a re-working of a dining establishment that was in the space for decades, I wanted to start off with a comment about the decor since that's the first thing I notice anywhere I enter. The Avenue has done a great job making the space their own. Instead of a throwback to the 1970s, it's now up to date. A good mix of styles in the decor - comforting to both the eye and the psyche. Everyone working here is very friendly. They have an interesting menu which is a mix of Italian and Jewish food. Came for breakfast and there were several items that I was interested in trying. Ordered fresh squeezed OJ, hash and eggs with a latke on the side. The hash is made from house cured corned beef, two kinds of potatoes, red peppers and a touch of jalapeno. Wonderful combination of flavors and not at all salty. Best hash I have eaten in years, and possibly ever. The two eggs were poached to perfection. The latkes were OK, but could have used a bit more seasoning. The coffee was good but I would have preferred bolder roast.\n\nI'm looking forward to having a more intimate experience with the house cured corned beef and since I can stop and grab a sandwich after work will definitely do so.",
"The people who work here were super friendly and attentive and the restaurant was clean and spacious. I got the corned beef reuben and while it wasn't the best I've ever had, it wasn't so bad. The sandwich is big so I was able to eat the other half for lunch the next day. Tasted good if not maybe even a little better. The meatball sandwich and their wedding soup looked good so I'd be willing to go back and try other things they have to offer.",
"I just had lunch at this new restaurant and they are off to a good start.\n\nThe menu choices are interesting and our food was very tasty. I had the Roasted Zucchini Garbonzo Quinoa salad with Grilled Chicken. It was flavorful and filling. My friend had the Reuben and said that it was very good, but could've used a little more Russian dressing. He also had a side order of fries. They were made in-house from fresh potatoes and were very good. I am looking forward to trying more things from the menu, including some Challah French Toast pancakes that sounded great.\n\nService was friendly but a little slow. I'll chalk that up to them only being open a week and still getting their sea legs. I wasn't in a hurry, so it wasn't a big deal for me.\n\nThe only thing potentially holding me back from becoming a regular is going to be pricing. Most of the menu items were in the $8 - $10 range. After allowing for tax and tip, that means a $12-$15 lunch. I allow that fresh homemade food costs a little more, but it's a little out of range of what I'm usually willing to pay for lunch. I will probably either order take-out or visit infrequently if the food continues to be as good as my first meal.",
"I was so excited to try this place and it did not disappoint. Great service (and fast), delicious food, lovely atmosphere. We tried the lemon poppy pancakes (housemade lemon curd on top, sooo wonderful), challah french toast (nice custard-y inside and crispy outside), turkey bacon, scrapple (well, the husband tried that, not me) and potato latkes.\n\nThe hubs thought the scrapple was a little overdone, and we both agreed that the latkes would have been better with some sour cream or applesauce or something like that, but overall the food was awesome. I'm sure I'll bump this review up to 5 stars once I've tried more of the menu (and lunch too). \n\nEverything in the case looked delicious too - various salads (potato, egg, pasta, etc.), pickles, cheesecake, knishes... we got some cheesecake with housemade apple-strawberry jam to take home.\n\nI guess it's a little more expensive than most of the breakfast places in the area, but it's just so much better - totally worth it IMO.",
"Excellent friendly Accommodating service during a very busy time. The Jewish Wedding Soup was tasty but the matzah ball in the soup was a little heavy for my taste. The Reuben Arancini were excellent stuffed with sauerkraut and swiss a interesting take on the Italian classic. The hit of the day was the Corned Beef Hash, probably the best I ever had with two perfectly cooked poached eggs, worth the visit just for that. The potato latkes were crisp and grease free. Others at our table got the South Phily Chicken Cutlet which was huge and tasty. Has The Jewish apple cake for dessert, very tasty and full of apples, we asked for some whipped cream and were promptly provided with some excellent home made Chantilly cream. Very nice place to visit for breakfast or lunch.",
"Italian Wedding Soup is one thing and Matzo Ball Soup is another; combining the two.....is a no-no, but it was Tasty..\n\nGetting around Town has been getting more and more difficult, lately.\n\nWhen Lox, Bagel and Cream Cheese, FINALLY, make it to the Menu....i will crawl up to The Deli; until then.........wish they had Bialys.....kvetch, kvetch, kvetch.\n\nMaybe, i should have some Soup and Shut up!\n\nTheir Corn Beef is to die for; try it, you'll like it!!!",
"Unfamiliar with the area, and coming from an eBay pickup, we happened to drive-by, by chance. I saw the restaurant in the corner of my eye. Empty parking spot across the street. My watch and the rumbling in our bellies said lunchtime. All the pieces seemed to fall into place! :)\n\nCool open space, nice and clean. \nNice mix between down-home and hip. \nExtremely friendly and attentive hipster staff.\nLove \"The Avenue\" logo and how everything was branded. Was tempted to buy a t-shirt!\n\nI had the delicious corned beef hash w/perfectly poached eggs. AWESOME!!!! (I want some now!)\nMy son had the \"That's a spicy Meatball!\" Meatball sandwich w/fries.\nHe said the sandwich was really good and the fries were like 5 Guys fries (we like 5 Guys fries).\n\nHighly recommended! Wish I lived closer or had more reasons to drive thru and visit. Great job guys!!! Best of luck!",
"The staff is super friendly and since this is a new restaurant in my town I plan to visit again. I've been twice so far. First time we had the Reuben and the fish sandwich, The fish was great and the Ruben was a little dry. Second time we tried the South Philly Cutlet which was excellent and the Turkey Burger. I wasn't a fan of the tomato sauce they put on the burger but the burger itself was good.",
"All I have to say is this: wow! I stopped by the Avenue with family for a Sunday breakfast and was very happy that I did.\n\nI started with the chicken soup which was probably my favorite item that I tried. Great spice and a creative fusion between the Jewish/Italian heritage of the co-owners.\n\nWe all split two of the kanishes and I wanted more.\n\nFor my entree I ordered the meatball sandwich with fresh hand-cut fries. Absolutely delicious and a giant portion. I considered bringing half of it home but that plan went out the window fast because I couldn't stop eating.\n\nThis place is really unique -- it's got the urban/hipster flair that I enjoy but is literally half the price of most places you'd eat at in downtown Philly. \n\nI live in Brooklyn but am in the Philly area often and trust me when I tell you that I will not be making a trip to Philly any time soon that doesn't involve a stop at the Avenue.\n\nTry it!"
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"Yo! I have been super excited about this place since I heard it was opening, and let me tell you...It did not disappoint! I attended their soft opening. Upon entering the restaurant, I was greeted by one of the owners. She and the rest of the staff was were very kind! The decor of the place is amazing. The exposed brick and original sign from a former business were giving me serious Cherokee St. vibes. The place is small and cozy without feeling cramped. We were seated at the bar in front of the kitchen area. I ordered the spicy shrimp, and I received it quickly from the kitchen. SO FREAKING GOOD! The shrimp cake was to die for! The fava beans and shaved celery gave the dish a delightful freshness. The noodles were cooked to perfection, and the broth was spicy enough to satisfy my craving for heat, yet still very flavorful. Last, but not least, it was very filling...coming from a girl that likes to eat. Vista Ramen is where its at!",
"My husband & I were so happy to hear they were opened. He raved about the chilled english peas, I had the cucumber tofu, YUM. I also had the Korean chicken sliders, absolutely delicious, my husband had scallop crudo which was also delicious. To top it all off was the coconut cake & lemongrass ice cream. If you want something different & to die for deliciousness Vista Ramen is it. Kudos to the Millers, Chef Bork, & the rest of the staff, LOVE YA",
"Excellent ramen, unique cocktails, and interesting side plates made for a great dinner. The server was knowledgable, the food came out quickly, and the place had a really cool vibe to it. The Kim chi pancakes were especially good as was the vista ramen.",
"The food was amazingly delicious and the egg in the Ramen was cooked to perfection. Broth was flavorful with a little kick. I loved the homemade chili paste because it gave my dish more heat but didn't distort the flavor profile of my Ramen. The tofu and cucumber kimchee was an awesome side, we had it as a starter and if there were fewer people around I legit would have licked the plate! Hot teas are very good and they know proper temperatures for each type for extraction. This impressed me along with how lovely the space is.One thing I wish they did offer is bringing hot water to the table for tea, since they give you a dish with the tea and strainer on a bamboo tray. It was weird to have them take the entire thing away each time we wanted refills/another extraction. It is small so I felt a bit like a bull in a China shop with so many people around me.hoping they expand to have a rooftop patio for more space, because people will keep flocking to get this amazing goodness they are creating!",
"We visited on a warm, muggy night so we can't speak to the ramen.\n\nHowever, everything else we tasted was delicious. The English Peas with buttermilk granita was outstanding, and probably the dish most representative of Vista's creativity. We did also enjoy the Korean fried chicken sliders, Thai sausage, and lemongrass basil ice cream.\n\nThe staff were very friendly, and Jeremy especially welcomed feedback and clearly enjoyed discussing their creations.",
"My taste buds are still buzzing from my dinner at Vista Ramen last night...oh man...this place is special.\n\nRight when you walk in, your cool points skyrocket. The space is beautiful with a polished rustic interior. The exposed kitchen is buzzing. The music is interesting and upbeat, played at just the right volume. And the people working there have style.\n\nThis isn't just a ramen spot, there's a bunch pan-Asian dishes with various influences like Korean, Japanese, Thai... Kicked off with a cocktail special made with gin, mint, yuzu syrup and machta green tea ($10). Quite fantastic.\n\nThen there's the food...the Korean fried chicken sliders ($10 for 2) are essential. Everything about these was perfection. The hot crispy chicken...the Korean spicy sauce that hits you with a punch, and then the sweet Hawaiian bun. And the pickle. All in a nice little non-messy package. My god this was good. \n\nIf you like beets, definitely get the beets w/ black sesame bread, burnt lemon, and popcorn ($7). The plating was an absolute work of art, and the flavors & textures were on point. Very cool and creative dish.\n\nWe went with the veggie ramen ($11) and were not disappointed. The broth was rich, veggies were delicious, and the soft-boiled egg was just right. The noodles were al-dente and cooked perfectly. If I could make one suggestion, it would be to add some mushrooms to it, just because. Along with the ramen we got a side of cucumber & tofu with lime, ginger, and chili ($6). I highly recommend this! The tofu was some of the best I've had, and the brightness of the dish was the perfect contrast to the savory veggie ramen.\n\nI normally don't get dessert when eating out, but the thought of lemongrass-basil ice cream with ginger wafers ($5) was too good to pass up. Yes, this is as amazing as it sounds, maybe even better. It was beautifully plated, the ice cream was super creamy, and the taste almost brought tears to my eyes it was so good. It's worth coming in just for this alone.\n\nCreative and delicious food, great service and a lovely atmosphere to boot....Cherokee Street has definitely upped its game with Vista. You need to eat here.",
"Cherokee Street has a new gem, and it's no surprise that it's owned by Jeremy and Casey Miller of The Mudhouse. The menu is a hyperfocused delight-fest, the drinks are perfectly paired, and the decor is absolutely mesmerizing. \nI want kim-chi pancakes for breakfast everyday, holy cow, and the lemongrass basil ice cream is the stuff dreams are made of. This place has filled the ramen shaped void that has been growing inside me since I moved away from the PNW. \nDefiniteley appreciated the New Order soundtrack throughout our meal as well. Oh, and the prices are super reasonable, meaning we can be regulars, and you should too.",
"Yay for Ramen!\n\nThis was a toss up between 4 and 5 stars. I went with 4 only for the limited menu and that they don't make their own noodles (however, the noodles are locally made and tasty).\n\nThe inside is small and tastefully done. It's not too bright or loud, which is nice. It's kind of rustic hipster and it has an open kitchen which is really cool.\n\nThe staff was wonderful and a man, whom I assume is one of the owners, stopped by several tables to check in on customers experiences and thoughts and to thank them for stopping in.\n\nThe Hubs had Spicy Shrimp Ramen @ $14 - Shrimp Cake - Egg - Chili Paste - Scallion - Fava Beans. He reported it to be the perfect amount of spicy and flavorful.\n\nI had Veggie Ramen @ $11 - Miso Roasted Carrot + Daikon - Egg - Scallion - Coconut Schmaltz. The broth had layers of flavors that were amazing. The, soft boiled egg? Poached egg?, was a wonderful compliment to the broth. However,eggs like that usually oog me out but it was worth it. The noodles were al dente, which was delightful.\n\nWe also ordered Kimchi and Seasonal Pickles @ $5. The kimchi was a perfect compliment to the ramen and I highly recommend it. The seasonal pickles were delicious including pickled strawberries.\n\nWe don't usually get dessert but we caved for the special strawberry sorbet with, I think, mint. It was a refreshing treat after the ramen.\n\nWe will mos' def be back.",
"You're taking your own culinary sanity in your own hands when it comes to getting ramen in St. Louis. From the frankly abysmal Nami Ramen to the average Robata, St. Louis has lacked the kind of bespoke, artisanal \"David Chang\" ramen with stock made from a billion different ingredients and an emphasis on high quality toppings. Vista Ramen, a newcomer in the rapidly gentrifying Cherokee St. hipster enclave, delivers this experience at a reasonable price.\n\nFirst, the eponymous Vista bowl. Made with pork, chicken, soy sauce, granny smith apples, and \"lots of other Japanese herbs and spices,\" delivers a satisfyingly rich and savory broth that's almost tailor made for slurping. Topping the Vista bowl is a perfectly cooked \"hot spring egg,\" an egg poached slowly over moderate heat that retains the shape of a poached egg but with the consistency of a barely cooked, almost raw one. The other choice of protein is braised pork belly, which was done in a five spice configuration for their popup at 4 hands but seems to be more of a sweeter, chashu-style today. Rounding out the toppings are green onions, adding freshness and vibrancy to a long simmering broth, as well as a small strip of Nori to impart a savory seafood note to the stock. \n\nEverything was delicious and reasonably priced. For $13 a bowl, you can't go wrong with Vista ramen.",
"If you're looking for the best ramen in Stl, I don't think this is it. But it's definitely second best (I promise this is a compliment). So don't write it off! Their menu is really quite unique as far as Asian cuisines go. Mainly because their cuisine touches on many different Asian countries! \n\nThe kimchee pancakes have a delicious flavor. The batter is unique and the sauce is even better. I was a huge fan of this dish. I only wish it was a bit crispier. The Thai sausage was yummy too! If you love sausage, you should try this! It puts a twist to your typical sausage flavor by adding a bit of spice. The Korean fried chicken sliders were fantastic! From the Hawaiian roll it was on to the tangy, sweet, and sour sauce, I loved it! The chicken was crispy on the outside and nice and juicy on the inside. \n\nOn to the ramen. The noodles were slightly undercooked but I didn't terribly mind it. The pork was SUPER fatty which could be a good thing or a bad thing depending on how you like your pork. It was cooked very well though and super flavorful. The poached egg was PERFECT. The broth though. Not my fave. It was a bit thinner and somewhat on the tangy side for me. To me, a perfect ramen broth is creamier and meatier. But it was still much more flavorful than some of the ramen broths I've had in Stl. \n\nService was great. The server was friendly and knowledgeable, just how I like them! She really cared about our experience there and I totally appreciate that!"
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"We popped into Iozzo's on a recent Friday night without a reservation. The place was packed (it's not a huge restaurant) but they have a separate bar area that serves the full menu and we were lucky to get two seats at the bar. \n\nWe tried a number of the items from the appetizer and entree menu. All entrees come with a house salad & veggie of the day plus your choice of spaghetti or potato of the day. Everything we had was very good. They also have a very nice wine list with a great selection of wines (both Italian and not).\n\nIozzo's opened this summer by the great-granddaughter of a man named Fred Iozzo who opened and ran Indy's first full service Italian restaurant in the 1930s. The family history and the story of why it closed is really interesting.\n\nAnyway, check it out if you have a chance. It's nice to have another option for very good Italian food in Indy.",
"Yummmm. My husband and I both agreed we hadn't had a good meal like this one in a while. Everyone was very friendly. Service great. Atmosphere quaint. Food amazing. I got the filet, asparagus, and twice baked potato while my husband got the lobster ravioli. All fantastic. Then we topped it off with dessert of course! Chocolate covered strawberries and a cannoli. Perfecto! Price is moderate to a little pricy (depending on what you get). Our meal was about 90$ + tip for 2 3-course meals (plus 2 drinks/piece). Iozzo's is a little bit off the beaten path from most downtown Indy restaurants... but worth it!",
"what a great way to spend valentines day.....very friendly staff, and good clientele. Well priced.....with HUGE portions....",
"This restaurant was a huge disappointment for me. I was in the city for one night on business and picked 3 restaurants - couldn't find the other 2 and this was my 3rd choice. I will not be going back on a future trip. \n\nThe restaurant was empty, except for one large party. The staff at the door were friendly and helpful, however one of the kitchen staff actually challenged me about a food allergy after I made a special request. The server talked a lot about their 'specialties' - which were 'sustainable fish' (in conversation later, I figured out that he didn't even know what sustainable meant), homemade items, and fresh ingredients. I didn't experience any of the above.\n\nI wasn't sure what to order (the menu does look enticing - with many choices), so I ordered a cup of italian wedding soup while I thought about my meal. It was the WORST soup I have ever had. It is NOT italian wedding soup. The ingredients are prepared separately and then thrown together when ordered. The broth is like a brine - I only had a few sips and I swelled up the next day. There were no beans, only flavorless meatballs and uncooked spinach floating in the brine. I finally decided on a pizza because they insisted seafood was their specialty and I love shrimp on a pizza. So I asked for the 5 cheese pizza, which is described as a white pie with 5 different cheeses (no tomato sauce). I asked them to leave off the gorgonzola and add on shrimp. They got the shrimp right...that was about it. I basically got a cheese pizza....tomato sauce and all. All the cheeses are mixed together so you cannot appreciate the flavors of the different cheeses. As I was taking my pizza in a box to go, I asked the server \"you're sure this doesn't have tomato sauce, right\" and he says \"of course - our 5 cheese pizza never has tomato sauce\". Wish I had opened the box right there and saved myself the trouble of throwing it away in my hotel room. Finally, I'll mention my flat sparkling water. While I waited on my pizza I sat at the bar and had a glass of 'sparkling' water. Don't order Pellegrino here - they don't even know what it is. When I asked for a glass, they offered me the wine list. LOL. So then I asked for sparkling water and got a very old bottle of not-so-bubbly water. And when the server asked me if I wanted to take the rest with me, I told him 'no thanks, it was flat anyway' and he didn't offer to do anything about it. The only reason this restaurant is getting 2 stars instead of 1 is that the bread was amazing. But I highly doubt it's made in house!",
"Lately, I have been feeling stingy about my stars. I think that if I could, I would do 4.5 stars. I went for a Hip Mama function and we were seated out back in the garden. It was really lovely and the staff did an AWESOME job of making sure that we were well taken care of and even split the checks. I believe there were about 20 of us, so that is always a very nice thing they don't have to do.\n\nThe wine was half off, so it was an affordable $4/glass, which was really nice. I shared a calamari with the girls at my table. The sauce was delicious but I did think they were a little soggy. They tasted good though!\n\nFor the money, you get a lot of food, which is always a plus! I got the sea bass grilled Oscar style and it was REALLY good!! I got the side of mashed potatoes which I have to say were the best part! They were so buttery and whipped so well....spiced perfectly. My fish was good but not great. The green beans and asparagus were also a great touch and perfectly cooked. It ALSO came with a salad (tons of food) which was very light and wonderful as well!\n\nOverall, it was a really great meal, but the big downer is location. It is south of downtown and not in a very nice area. Parking is easy but somewhat sketchy and it was hard to find even with Iphone's GPS. I probably would not venture here again just b/c of the location ...if were somewhere more accommodating, I definitely would make it a regular on my favorite \"go to\" list!\n\nHence the four stars.",
"Delishousness ! Yes, I like made up words. It was a bit hot last evening in INDY and the humidity was on swap-o-meter HIGH! But the Iozzo's Garden of Italy did impress my Hip Mamas group. We enjoyed the outdoor garden area. There was a slight breeze and the servers were patient with my group (23) while we stood around and mingled with our half price wine by the glass (on Wed) for about an hour. I split the stuffed mushrooms caps, OH how I love mushrooms and these were made to please!! The Fettuccine Alfredo was slightly sweet and loved the sun dried tomatoes and we added mushrooms... SO Delightful! I also tasted a friend's sea bass and it was excellent! Katie the owner made us feel at home and we all enjoyed a fabulous evening! Parking is easy and the location is convenient for anyone since it's minutes from the highway.",
"I have never been to Iozzo's Garden of Italy and I didn't even know it was there. It is just south of Shapiro's on Meridian. I had the pork medallions with their bourbon sauce. It was very tasty. The spumoni ice cream is the best I have ever had. We will be back.\n\nQuick Tip:\nYou can make a free reservation at Open Table.",
"the food was NOT outstanding & the kitchen slow, the waiter & (esp. the outdoor out back patio) atmosphere FAB",
"Had dinner at Iozzo's tonight for the first time but definitely not the last time. We took advantage of the DEVOUR DOWNTOWN special and had wonderful 3-course meals. Salads, bread w/ tomato & olive oil dip, entrees that came w/ your choice of a starch and the veggie of the day and desserts of your choice. We had the beef filet entree and the salmon picattta. Both meals were incredible. Also, Wednesday is 1/2 price glass of wine night. We sampled a few different Italian reds and they were all delicious. Great atmosphere and service, too. It was crowded but we were able to sit in the bar area. Call for reservations to play it safe. This place is a winner!",
"Someone at work told me about Iozzo's, so I gave it a try one random evening in June. I'm glad I made reservations; they were completely packed at 7pm on a Wednesday evening. Food took a little bit of time to come out, but it was well worth the wait. Plan on spending some time (and money) here over a few glasses of wine and out-of-this-world desserts. \n\nAs a side note, it was really hot in the restaurant when I was there. I'm hoping the a/c was just broken and that wasn't normal. If so, it could really take away from the experience."
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"We had been waiting a long time for the Borough to open, and were excited when we were able to get a reservation same day for dinner, after they had only been open for less than a week. The atmosphere is pretty casual, leaning a little more towards a nice restaurant than an Irish 31 or a sports bar. It was busy when we got there around 8 pm (prime dinner time), but the service was very prompt and friendly. Our waitress, Caitlin, was amazing and made us feel very welcome. The cocktails are delicious! Definitely go for a cocktail over wine or beer here (at least as a first drink). Caitlin gave us her recommendations for the wings, buttermilk fried chicken sandwich, and the crab cake sandwich- we ordered all of these items and were not disappointed. We also had the cookies and milk and apple galette for dessert- cookies were good but could have skipped the galette. The menu is on the shorter side, we are hoping they will eventually expand it. We were also informed the Borough has a brunch, so we are looking forward to trying that out as well! Overall, definitely recommend if you are looking for a hip atmosphere with great cocktails and elevated pub food.",
"This place is awesome very local spot, valet parking and/or self parking available. Servers are awesome food is awesome . Recommend",
"A wonderful new addition to the growing Tampa restaurant scene! The Borough has a fun, lively ambiance with several indoor and outdoor spaces (including game areas with bocce ball) that are perfect for a date night or a group gathering. They offer unique craft cocktails (the White Lady and the Mark Twain are especially good) and tasty gourmet pub food (the wings, burger, crab cake, short rib, apple tart, warm cookies and mocha dessert are all ... to die for!)\n\nI highly recommend a visit to the Borough!",
"Platt street borough is the newest gem on the block! It's a mix between a contemporary restaurant and a fun bar. Open space with lots of seating and bocce ball! \n\nI stopped by today and it was refreshing to have another option in South Tampa for brunch! The menu itself had about 10 items but tons of drinks! Bottomless mimosas, beer, wine and cocktails.\n\nThe brunch menu could be expanded but it's understandable since they just opened. I got the naked eggs which had tomatoes, housemade sausage, Parmesan and eggs! Came with a side of grilled ciabatta drizzled with olive oil! Delicious. The borough plate has your normal breakfast fixins- bacon eggs potatoes.\n\nCan't wait to try this place for dinner!",
"This place is AMAZING!!!!!! There are very few places in Tampa that I can't wait to try again. Let me tell you....I can't wait to come back to Platt Street Borough. Sunday Brunch was delicious. Looking forward to dinner very soon. Great vibe and atmosphere. My new favorite place!",
"Stopped in today to finally give this place a look. I work across the street and have been waiting for them to open to try them out. Very cool atmosphere! I had their Monte Cristo off the brunch menu. Excellent combination of sweet, salty and savory. They do it open faced, which initially threw me off but it was delicious. Perfect sized portion for the price. I'll definitely be back to explore the menu some more.",
"I just visited with a group of friends and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. I had the Fremont burger which was amazing, one of my friends had the salmon salad and another had the shrimp it was all wonderful. I loved the vibe of the restaurant and everyone was very friendly.",
"I just visited with a group of girl friends and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. I had the Fremont burger which was amazing, one of my friends had the salmon salad and another had the shrimp it was all wonderful. I loved the vibe of the restaurant and everyone was very friendly.\n\nUpdate: came back for Brunch and again was very pleased!! We had the avocado egg toast and the bird which was insanely delicious. I wasn't drinking but they had a $16 bottomless mimosas special which is Definitely one of the best deals in town",
"We came here for dinner tonight. This place has great drinks. I had the truffle nachos as an appetizer and they were amazing! For dinner I had the buttermilk fried chicken sandwich which was delicious! We will definitely be coming back!",
"Tried out Platt Street Borough for the first time and it turned out to be so good. The layout is inviting and the decor is modern. We ordered the chips and guacamole which was a great appetizer for 2. For drinks we sample a few different ones such as the Moscow mule, North by northwest red blend, white lady and the cucumber flower. All were smooth and refreshing. \nOur food was to die for! We ordered the BLT-ish which has pork belly and was a great twist as well as the Romani Gnudi, it looks like a small portion but with so much flavor it was just enough!"
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"We tried this place opening night, as well, and were most favorably impressed. The chefs and owners have done some impressive work at previous restaurants (like Cochon and Herbsaint), and Peche promises to continue this juggernaut of successful ventures. The emphasis on fresh and local ingredients and responsible sourcing sets this above and beyond other seafood places in the city.\n\nPeche feels like a place you'd find in Portland or Seattle, with a southern spin with the food. The atmosphere is upscale without being pretentious. It's housed in a renovated warehouse in the Warehouse District, and they've retained a lot of the interesting aspects of the building (e.g. exposed brick) and paired that with stripped down tables and industrial styling. Over this they've added pops of glam, like a full-out chandelier over the bar. The juxtaposition of the industrial with the deco makes it classy, modern, and contemporary. It's light and open and feels fresh -- something that fits well with the food.\n\nWe tried a wide variety from the menu, including the raw gulf shrimp, fried bread with sea salt, white beans and sausage, arugula salad with feta and lemon vinaigrette, the royal red shrimp with garlic butter, grilled tuna with olive salad, and the Louisiana shrimp roll (it's like a po'boy -- think a lobster roll, not a sushi roll).\n\nThe seafood was all fresh, prepared well, and plated nicely. Clearly there's attention being paid to proper presentation, but it's not so fussy that you have to deconstruct a tower of shrimp before eating. The white beans and sausage was particularly noteworthy -- it has a traditional red beans and rice feel to it with a nice roux. Nothing overpowered the ingredients -- clearly the plan here is to use the seasoning to highlight the ingredients.\n\nWe had the funnel cake sundae and the key lime pie for dessert. There was a little too much whipped cream with the sundae for my liking, but the flavors were all well-paired. Let's put it this way: that was the only thing I can come up with as a drawback from the entire evening.\n\nThe signature cocktails (especially the Collins, with a touch of ginger, and the Hemingway, with muddled cucumber) are not to be missed. Turn up with enough time to have a drink. It's well worth your while.",
"AHHHH Maze! We tried this opening day for lunch (3rd group of customers) We had been anxiously awaiting the opening of this restaurant and it sure didn't disappoint! The restaurant itself gives off a very cool industrial, but warm feel. Our wait staff was beyond excellent.. very attentive & knowledgeable about the menu. We tried 5 of the small plates/snacks/veggies. Off all the 5 items ordered- 4 were beyond tasty & one was so so (the crawfish gratinee- the flavors were there but I think it just needed more time in the oven to set up & cook together).. the spicy ground shrimp & noodles were our favorite and just full of flavor. ORDER IT! Everything in general had unique flavors & textures. We also dug the fried bread with sea salt a lot! We will def be back :)",
"We tried Peche for lunch on its third day in business. It was one of the best meals I've eaten in a long time. We started with the mussels and raw oysters. I had the tuna and my husband had the shrimp roll. The tuna was a huge portion, cooked and seasoned perfectly. It was served with delicious greens. My husband had the shrimp roll (like a lobster roll) which was also delicious. The roasted eggplant was out of this world. What I appreciated most is that this restaurant takes good ingredients and prepares them in a rustic, fresh way. This is not your typical \"fry it and cover it in cream sauce\" restaurant. Everything is cooked over wood. The service was nice and attentive. Peche is an exciting addition to the neighborhood.",
"We had dinner Thursday night with our little girl. The served her great food and she ate everything! We (the adults) had a selection of seafood and meat dishes - all of it was excellent. Great atmosphere and awesome service (thanks Julie, Tammy, and Javier)! Billy Joel was there too! Great place. A must for a visit to NOLA...",
"The food, atmosphere and location was very good. They need to improve on the NOISE level.\nIt was extremely loud one can not hear your own conversation at your table.\nI was also very surprised they did not serve Louisiana oysters. They have Florida & Texas oysters. REALLY!! A restaurant in New Orleans that does not offer Louisiana oysters...I don't get it! Yes offer a variety of oysters but please offer LA oysters as well.\nI did like the restaurant and would go back. Hopefully they will make improvements.",
"Having been to Peche twice in the first 2 weeks after opening, and a couple times since then I have to say that Peche somehow knocked it out of the park from day 1. Best catfish ever (the smothered catfish entree). Fish stew and crawfish spring onion gratinee were excellent along with fish dishes from the raw bar. The fish entree specials have been very good but maybe underwhelmed a little with subtle flavor compared to much on the table which had very big flavors (including too much pepper on the ground shrimp & noodles). Everything has been fresh, well cooked, and generally had nice flavor. Service has been great and the only recommendation I would have for Peche is to serve bread - especially with all these great sauces you really need some great, fresh bread to be paired either with some nice salted butter or to sop up the sauces.\n\nThe wine list is medium-sized but well chosen and some great choices by the glass. Cocktails are nice and there is a huge 3-sided bar in the front that seats about 15 as well as a raw bar in the back by the kitchen that seats probably 6 or 7. The building exterior and upstairs is still under construction but the interior is done nicely (and surprisingly quickly - a couple weeks before opening there weren't even floors) in a minimalist warehouse feel. Upscale food with great flavor in a nice but fairly casual environment. Another absolute hit by the Link Restaurant Group to join 3 of my favorites Herbsaint, Cochon, and Butcher. Bravo.",
"Our party of 5 enjoyed all the of food that we ordered; however, we all agreed that it was the noisiest restaurant that we had ever experienced. The waiter had to go to each of us to explain the menu. He was very knowledgable, but was getting laryngitis shouting over the noise. We will return when the noise is reduced to a more tolerable level.",
"I had seen that Peche was opening when I would be in New Orleans, but I made reservations at the sister restaurant Cochon, and didn't think much about attending Peche. However on our walk to Cochon, we came across Peche and since we were early we decided to check out Peche and order some oysters before our meal. We were seated right away at the oyster bar (it was early around 5:30) were we had great service and got to hang out with Sam the all star oyster shucker. The oysters were exceptionally fresh and wonderful. We decided to have another dozen and make dinner reservations for the next night because the full menu looked spectacular. The next night we were able to get in before our reservation and eat at the bar. We had awesome service at the bar. The raw menu looked awesome but we opted for more oysters to start. For dinner we split a grilled onion salad, grilled mussels, and the tuna. Everything was wonderful. The onion salad was interesting but incredibly tasty and nothing like I've had before. The grilled mussels were cooked perfectly and in an awesome sauce. The tuna was sushi grade and cooked to perfection with an awesome olive salad accompanying. For dessert I had a flourless chocolate cake with an awesome strawberry sauce and my dad had the snickerdoodle sundae which was made with super tasty cinnamon ice cream. The cocktails here were exceptional, and I became addicted to the \"Venice Rising\" cocktail. Service was always pleasant, and they were very helpful with my gluten allergy. Overall, this is a place I cannot wait to go back to!",
"Unimpressed. I did enjoy the cocktails but the food was mediocre. Catfish dinner was very bland.",
"Not terrible but....meh. \n\nHad 2 crudo/raw fish appetizers, one of which was an absolute home run (tuna with grapefruit, ginger, and serrano) the other was okay. Very promising start. The rest was blah -- a boring catfish in broth that couldn't have been more tasteless and some very simple but beautiful shrimp. A side of eggplant with chili and mint was no better than what one gets at your average chinese restaurant. So..two hits out of five. \n\nWould still give three stars, since even the misses are not so much actively bad so much as just boring. But the atmosphere is a negative in two ways, one less serious the other more. \n\nLess seriously, the decor is sort of a faux distressed wood type of thing which a lot of New Orleans places pull off really well. In this case, I (we, actually) found it to be trying too hard to look used and homey. Maybe that'll be fixed with time when the shine on the brand new \"old\" furniture wears off. More seriously, the place is as loud as an airplane hangar. Good lord having a conversation is well-nigh impossible in this place. I can't think of a louder restaurant in New Orleans. Not a pleasant place to dine."
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"Let me preface this by saying my tastes tend more towards European style food than American junk food, but if I'm going to watch a football game, I'm not above ordering a takeout sandwich or pizza if I can find a good tomato pie. TK swears by their plain cheese pizza. It has a nice, flat crust, plenty of cheese and tangy sauce. They don't know how to do anything small, be warned. If you get a \"whole\" hoagie or cheesesteak, it will feed your entire family. \n\nPersonally, I am a fan of their chicken parm sandwhich, which have real, breaded chicken and marinara sauce. Yum! As for their steak sandwiches, gastronomical size aside, they aren't the best in the city. I found the meat a little dry. I don't do cheese so it may have been helped by a substantial slathering of provolone.\n\nOverall the pizza gets four stars and the steak sandwiches get three.",
"Hands down, the best pizza in the city of bro-bro. Don't be fooled by tourist-trap imitation. Granted, you will only want pizza to go, but the sweet sauce, the phenomenal cheese blend, and the crust is outstanding. This is the only pizza that I literally plan out my time as to when it could be consumed. Two slices could satisfy any appetite. Admittedly, I've never ventured anywhere else on the menu, but when something's that good, I pull out the old cliche - \"If it ain't broke, don't fix it.\" Word to Big Daddy Kane.",
"My choice for a decent pie in the neighborhood. Sauce can be a touch on the sweet side but the white pie is a winner.",
"I don't claim to be a pizza snob, but it's easy to tell when something just isn't good. I decided to order pizza and onion rings and have it delivered since there's nothing like pizza on a rainy sunday night. First off, the guy on the phone just didn't understand because I had to repeat everything like 3 times. Whatever, fine. It happens in a city. Then, even though the food got here exactly 40 minutes later (which was the estimate), it was more warm than hot. The delivery guy was also talking to his friend on the phone the entire time, which I found rude.\n\nThere was nothing terribly good about the pizza. It just was. The onion rings were HORRIBLE. I tend to judge places like this by their onion rings, and these just failed completely. They were soggy, luke-warm, and very bland. Actually they reminded me of the shitty ones from Burger King. I was severely let down because I had read these reviews and expected a good meal and, unfortunately, that was far from what I got.\n\nThe only thing I can think to recommend is the turkey club. My roommate ordered it and then went out of town for a few days so I ate it and thought it was delicious.",
"Probably the best slices in the city.\n\nGood news, they deliver to Center City West. It was awesome when I figured that out.\n\nBad news, you can't eat in there, really. They have a few stools and a counter in the window, but you can't bring a date or anything.\n\nGo for the tomato and garlic--they don't over do it and it's great.",
"Tasty pizza, and nothing is better when it's hot. \n\nCheese- yum.\nTomato pie- yum. And thick crust.\nWhite pizza with fresh ricotta, tomato and basil- super yum.\n\nJust go there, stand at the counter and wolf down your slice. It's much better right out of the oven. Yes the tomato sauce is a little sweet, but it compliments the cheese and is one of the best slices in the city. Seriously.",
"I dont get the hype. Between this and Pine Street Pizza I feel like I live in the center of bad-pizza-everyone-else-loves. Give me Zios anyday. I like a nice thick crust and minimal layer of greece. But that's just me.",
"The #1 Quote from last night -\n\n\"Oh Lazaro's, my guts are gonna explode tonight!\"\n\nIt's big, it's greasy, and your probably going to regret it the next day! but damn can it be worth it. Move over Lorenzo's this is the GOOD drunken slice.",
"Best pizza in Philly! I hate to order from anyone else- and the only reason I would is because this place closes pretty early. Huge thin slices, yummy fries, and delicious hoagies!\n\nMy favorites:\n1) Cheese fries\n2) Broccoli White Pizza\n3) Cheese Grinders\n4) Broccoli Bites\n5) Plain pizza",
"best pizza in all of philly maybe. also... GARLIC KNOTS!!! if pizza is Heaven, which we all know that it is, than Lazaro's garlic knots are lil doughy clouds floating in pizza heaven."
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"I tried Indy All Night for the first time yesterday. Ordered a blackened tilapia sandwich with fries, plus some breadsticks and cheese sauce. My call was answered quickly by a friendly staff person who told me my order would be delivered in 30 - 40 minutes. The order arrived in just under 30 minutes. Impressive.\nThe blackened tilapia was delicious. Big filet, well-seasoned and prepared - and thicker than I expected. Very nice. Included was slices of tomato, onion and pickle, plus shredded lettuce. Only problem with the sandwich was that the bottom of the bun was soggy from the fish. Still, really good sandwich.\nThe fries were generic and the temperature was what you'd expect from a delivery order. The breadsticks and cheese sauce was acceptable, but nothing special. Still, I'm giving the place 4 stars (would have done 3.5 if that was an option) because the blackened tilapia was such a treat.",
"On a lazy winter day I decided to order Indy All Night. Not being very creative I also decided to order their \"all American burger\". It took about 40 minutes for the got the food to me (which really isn't that long), but it was totally worth it. I'm not sure who their chef is but the burger is something out of a nice Steak 'n Shake. Very good quality burger and fries. I would highly recommend!",
"This is the second time I ordered food from there and both times it was not good ordered the buffalo chicken sandwich and it was burnt to crisp they toasted the bun and that was burnt to a crisp. My wife ordered the southwest burger and it's was a price of jerky on a burnt bun. Hope everyone else has a better experience than us.",
"When I rolled into my downtown-ish Indy hotel around 10:30 pm, I was one starvin' marvin. The hotel in question was at least five blocks from the nearest open restaurant, and frankly I didn't feel like walking. Enter Indy All Night.\n\nThe front desk staff at my hotel recommended it (as I'm sure I looked ready to eat anything) and mentioned their variety and quick delivery. Sold. Here's the rundown:\n\nThe Good: Really prompt and friendly service over the phone, easy payment, affordable eats that span mostly with bar food, large portions, quick delivery.\n\nThe Meh: The chicken parm was edible. It was definitely made for someone who had been out having a rager of a party night. Giant piece of uber fried chicken, smothered in a mix of cheddar and Parmesan, hugged by marinara, all hovering over over-cooked noodles. I only needed a bit of the chicken (and side salad that came with it) to satisfy my rumbling belly.\n\nIf you're exceptionally hungry and don't have a chance to head out, Indy All Night will satiate your hunger. Just make sure they give you plasticware if you're in a hotel room!",
"I have to update my review only because I've enjoyed the food I've got there the few times I've ordered, but last week I had terrible customer service and poor food quality so I had to update. \n\nNot only was the food I ordered wrong and cold. But, when we called to tell them, they argued with us. The finally sent our new food out about an hour after our first delivery. In addition, they called us several times to tell us that we could not receive the right ordered unless we gave them wrong food back. \n\nNot sure I'll order from here again.",
"The best part of this restaurant is that it delivers at all odds of the night, and doesn't just deliver pizza. Many of their items are very tasty. I love their Southwestern Chicken Salad. The chicken is well seasoned and fresh tasting. I also love their onion rings which come with a cajun sauce. I wouldn't recommend the All Night Burrito. The cheese was overwhelming and tasted as if it came out of a can, but hey one bad item is not bad for a place that delivers all night. However, on the whole the food is pretty good, and the service is excellent.",
"The food is ok but the customer service is terrible. After waiting 30 mins for wings they sent the wrong wings. I call back to find out the girl who took my order repeated the order back to me correctly and put it in their computer however she felt. I explain that i order hot buffalo and want them, i didnt order hot bbq and i didnt get any celery. they tell me they can exchange the wings or i can order new one. ok so what am i supposed to do until the new wings come in 30 mins considering we have already been waiting, well according to the manager the bbq wings are the best (unless you asked for buffalo which i told him) and he continued to tell me i can either return the wings they gave me wrong, eat them or order new wings. After asking him if they were just going to trash the wings he told me they feed them to homeless people. IS IT JUST ME OR IS FEEDING THE HOMELESS SOMEONE ELSES GARBAGE (WHICH YOU DONT KNOW WHAT SOMEONE DID TOO) WRONG!!!!\n Homeless are people too and heres a suggestion if you want to feed them give them fresh food, not someone elses touched on food. ..... i will never order from them again, if im hungry late night i will just go home.",
"The only great thing that I can see about this restaurant is that they will deliver late into the evening. Presumably, the only people who would order delivery at 3 AM are people who are completely hammered. Which, incidentally, is the only way I can imagine a person enjoying this food. \n\nI ordered delivery. After giving my order, it was repeated back to me incorrectly. I clarified the mistake. The food arrived 45 minutes later. My sandwich was incorrect. I called the restaurant and they told me that they would send another. We waited about 30 minutes for a new sandwich to arrive. When it did, I was completely amazed that the driver wanted the wrong sandwich back. Moreover, he then told me that they did not make me a new order of fries, so I needed to take the old fries out of the wrong sandwich container and just give him the sandwich back. It was really awkward. \nNot only did I not get the correct sandwich, I had to wait 30 more minutes for a new one, eat old and cold french fries, have an uncomfortably weird sandwich exchange at my door, and not even get my money back or a discount. \n\nThe food did not taste good. The fried mushrooms were not appetizing and the sandwiches were plain and did not have much flavor. \n\nIf the quality of the food doesn't hurt the business, then the customer service surely will.",
"I work nights at a downtown hosptial, and these are the kinds of places we get excited about-places that are open late and deliver. A lot of the time we don't even get to discuss if we are ordering out until most places have closed (we are busy from 1900-2200), \nI've had their food twice now. I have enjoyed the food I had: chicken strips, breaded tenderloin and fried mushrooms. I loved the horseradish cajun dipping sauce that comes with the mushrooms. I also mostly liked the stuff that was breaded-it has a little peppery bite to it. It's just different. Prices are good. \nWhat I don't like: the $2 delivery charge. If the basis of your business is to deliver food and you don't have an eat-in option, you shouldn't charge a delivery fee. That is ridiculous. Raise your prices $0.25 an item or something.",
"Saw one of their delivery vehicles and wanted to try something new. Bazbeaux is OK but they get an attitude about delivery. We ordered a BBQ chicken wrap, crispy chicken sandwich, cheeseburger and a cheese/pepperoni/sausage pizza.....they were all excellent, delivered on time and hot. Order was exactly as requested. Will be using them again in future especially in the later night. Give this place a try!!!!"
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"City House is the new \"it\" spot in Nashville, particularly in Germantown. The revitalization in this area is amazing. But on to the food. Two thumbs up! It is a traditional Italian spot, but they also have lighter items for those not wanting a heavy meal. The manila clam pizza is fantastic and very light. I tasted my friend's rigatoni with marinara and veggies, and I would totally order it next time. But, the hit of our table was the trout topped with raisins and peanuts. Sounds weird, I know, but it was yummy yummy. And you have to try the lemon pound cake with apple butter. Worth every bite!\n\nWe didn't order any dessert cocktails, but they looked good. The Lotus, which is kahlua, espresso, vodka, and maple syrup is on my list of things to try there next time. They have a wonderful Sunday brunch menu which is always changing and perfect for sharing. Just the chef's creations each week.\n\nThe prices are great! Compared to what you can pay at similar restaurants in Nashville, these entrees range from $9-$24. Wow! I had a great experience, and I'll hurry back.",
"Definitely a lot of buzz and hype surrounds this restaurant in Germantown. I think City House lives up to the hype. They've done a splendid job transforming the space which I believe used to be the sculptor Alan LeQuire's studio. Very nicely done interior. \n\nI'm not a serious foodie, so I'm not up on the regional differences in Italian cooking, but I thought the flavors were clean and fresh. I really enjoyed a salad that was a special the evening I went -- I wish I could remember what was in it; I think a variety of peas. Nice, simple, had some great crunch to it. My friend had some fish that she really really liked, and I had to try the pasta. We had great service, and the table next to us sent a dish back which the waiter was happy to replace with something else. Supposedly they have great pizza as well which I hope to go back and enjoy at the bar one night.\n\nI think for the quality of the food, the great service, and the atmosphere it's actually kind of a bargain. Entrees aren't crazy expensive with most dishes around the $20 mark. I didn't try any cocktails, but they did have a nice, homemade lemonade on the menu that was nice. \n\nI would reduce their score by half of a star only because one night I called to get a reservation and no one answered the phone. They were closed for a private party which is understandable, but there wasn't anything to that effect on their answering machine. Details, details. Anyway, this place is one of the handful of restaurants I keep in my cell phone and for good reason.",
"I haven't been to Italy, but I now have tasted it.....\n\nI finally followed the hype and tried this new authentic Italian restaurant in Germantown last Friday night. We called at 7 pm and got a reservation for 2 at 8. \n\nAtmosphere:\nIt is literally a city house....true Germantown architecture on the outside, industrial on the inside. Inconspicuous from the street....entrance on the side. A cozy patio with seating outside. Small lively bar. Sit downstairs and see the open kitchen - lighting not so becoming. Sit upstairs for more intimate ambiance.\n\nAppetizers:\nI started with the tripe stew. That's right. Tripe. Google it. I LOVE going to a restaurant and eating things that I can't make at home nor get anywhere else. Although it lacked a little salt, it was delicious. I highly recommend going here JUST for the tripe - for those that are not afraid. He got the salami with Parmesan. You must order their cured meats if you visit here.\n\nMain course:\nI had the Tri Tip. Didn't know what that was, but Ben our waiter explained to me it was the three-sided cut of the sirloin of a cow. It was sliced long and topped with an onion, cheese and cilantro oil mixture. So fresh and savory. He had the Trout that he loved, I had only a taste. We finished with the chocolate tort with blackberries. \n\nI thoroughly enjoyed this unique culinary experience. Will be back next time I want a night in Italy....",
"Awesome. The space is beautiful (only complaint was that it was quite loud in the room we were in), the service was superb and the food was just perfect. The menu is simple, but this is it's charm - City House sticks to basic ideas done with the highest quality of ingredients. No complicated flavors and things thrown together for the sake of being creative, just fresh quality food. We stuck to the smaller first plates and pizzas on this visit but the entrees also sounded fantastic and the prices were very reasonable. Also the chef's bar and cocktail bar area looking great for grabbing a nice pizza and glass of wine dinner. I will definitely be back to sample more of their fantastic house-cured salami and sausage.",
"I went here last night for the first time--don't know why I haven't been before! I was with a large group for a birthday party, and we had the entire screened in porch area--love it! \n\nI had heard their pizzas were delish, and that was right on the money! We tried, let's see: a \"meat and potatoes\" pizza--yes, actually topped with roasted new potatoes and and some sort of Italian meat--not sure--but it was delightful. Also, the sausage (apparently cured there?) with eggplant, goat cheese, garlic and onions was phenomenal. Two other pizzas we tried were the tomato basil/garlic and the 4 or 5 cheese. All so good! \n\nFor appetizers, we had a variety--fresh sardine bruschetta (I don't normally like sardines but this was amazing and tasted so fresh! Not fishy at all), fried green tomatoes, red pepper chicken wings, and melon marinated in olive oil with peanuts and onions and topped with Parmesan. YUM. That was my favorite! \n\nThe menu changes often, so you never know what you'll get. I didn't eat inside, but did check it out, and it's pretty cool. Apparently you can sit at the bar area and watch them cook. I'll most definitely be back! Especially in the fall when the weather is nice, the screened in porch will be wonderful!",
"Travelling from San Francisco, my wife and I found this place recommended by a local. Really good. Perfect Neopolitan style pizza. We ate there twice. Definitely not a \"meat & three.\"",
"i finally ate at city house after a year of talking about it - i don't know why it took me so long! This is now one of my favorite places - thanks for my boyfriend. It has a very charming atmosphere that seems rustic yet modern. I enjoy the fact that the main dining area looks into the small kitchen. I think seeing the size of the kitchen makes you appreciate your meal all the more... the menu is small and obviously changes frequently or with the seasons. We started with a house-cured salami plate... which i found very interesting considering they served up two kinds of salami, one which had been aging for 6 months and the other for 3. Very high constrast in flavors! I had their house made gnocchi for dinner and it was fantastic. I want to go back and have it again! For dinner I had their cornmeal cake, buttermilk gelato, and peaches - It was a very simple dish that, when combined together worked perfectly. The cornmeal cake was essentially cornbread, but when combined with the tangy smooth buttermilk gelato, it was perfection. \nAnyway - I highly recommend this place. I hope I can go back again soon!",
"City House is a really authentic Italian style restaurant in Germantown. The restaurant itself is pretty cool and has a big open kitchen that just screams \"fresh\". It is always nice to be able to see into the kitchen, so you know nothing sketchy is happening with your food! The prices are pretty good too, they have pizzas for around ten bucks that are gourmet and ooh so tasty. The margarita is defiantly good and has fresh mozzarella. Also, try the sausage which has lemon, red onion, and parsley. It is really good in pasta!",
"good hearty food. the chicken. yum.",
"Just visiting in town from San Francisco and thought I'd try this place out because (a) it was one of the few places open on a Sunday evening and (b) it had relatively good reviews for an Italian restaurant.\n\nMy sister lives in Nashville but had not been here yet so it was new for all of us. The area is cute, though developing, so there are not a lot of other places nearby to hop to (e.g. we wanted to have desert so we ended up going downtown).\n\nThe restaurant itself is fantastic, great design, the atmosphere is open and city-urban with exposed brick and an open kitchen. The tables are spaced relatively well so you aren't having dinner with your neighbor as well as your guests. There are two 'bar' areas - one for drinking and one for dining and they both look inviting.\n\nThe food however was a bit of a disappointment. \nThe good:\nMy friend absolutely loved the meatballs and I agree they were quite tasty (he ordered two portions!).\nThe bruschetta (we had the chicken salad and sweet potato) were also tasty and simple, a smallish portion but shared easily among the three of us.\nThe cocktails were original and good - we had the Hemmingway, the Bandit and a bottle of Amarone. All solid and yummy.\nThe bad:\nThe spicy sausage pizza my sister and I split was not spicy nor terribly tasty. Of course we ate it - it's pizza after all, but I've had better pizza from take out to be honest.\nWe also had the one salad on the menu, which was radicalism and it was reasonable, not amazing. I was disappointed that there are not very many green or healthy vegetable items on the menu.\n\nThe service was good and relatively timely. Overall it was a good dinner, I just was disappointed with our pizza for the most part. I'd go back and give it another shot."
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"WHAT a place! Gorgeous, airy, hipster, cool. High ceilings, tons of light, unique seating. Great coffee. Food options, including biscuits and sandwiches!",
"The line was long, but I came here after leaving the OG location, which had a line 3 times as long. It was a fun atmosphere with lots of natural lighting and a lot of seating. The lady taking our order was VERY nice and helpful. I don't know her name but she had glasses and short blonde hair: she's awesome! I've heard a few stories of rude baristas at the other locations. But the workers here were super friendly and personable. I expected the prices, and wouldn't suggest coming here for a daily cup if you're broke like me, but my pour over was delicious and it was great to see so many female baristas working at this location. It was a pleasure to get coffee here. And they were open New Year's Day, which was nice since many places were closed.",
"Ok, so I'm giving this place 5 stars but I must preface my review with a quick comment: this is not a coffee shop for everyone...but, for what they are, they are the best in town. \n\nIf you are the kind of person who likes to be in and out of Starbucks in 2.87 minutes with a grande vanilla bean frapp and a scone, then stick to Starbucks because this place isn't for you. \n\nBP makes some of the highest quality coffee in town and you'll pay dearly for it. Black coffee alone will cost you at least $5.00 but, in my opinion, it's worth it when you want to treat yourself. Also, you'll likely wait a while for it to be made (5-10 minutes), but you'll get to watch them make it and when you do, you'll see that the process is truly an art for these people. \n\nNow, as for their food...you cannot beat it. Everything here is amazing!! They make it all fresh on-site and it's obvious that they take their food as seriously as they take their coffee. \n\nFinally, the service is relatively slow, but the employees are all AMAZING people. Keep in mind, these employees treat their work here as their art and they take their time in attempting perfection. Don't take their speed (or lack there of, in some cases) as bad service. Rather, they're taking their time to make sure you, and everyone else, is having a great experience at BP. \n\nIn short, give them a chance and keep my review in mind. Respect them for respecting their art, and go enjoy an incredible cup of coffee.",
"Stopped in for breakfast on a Sunday AM and it was relatively quiet. Had the vanilla bourbon espresso and waffles. It was amazing! I dunno what they put in those waffles and syrup, but it was like heaven. Hoping to move to Nashville eventually and this will be a frequent stop!",
"Long wait for coffee but cool place. Donuts are AMAZING! \n\nAbout 6 roasts to choose from, hand brewed so it is not a quick 'in and out' kind of place but the staff is friendly enough and I highly recommend a pastry though they ran out of those by 11AM on Saturday so come early!",
"Second time actually buying coffee from here. Still think its a little too pricey for my taste. Design of the stores is on point and the service was a bit faster than my last. Overall good not great!",
"Love their biscuits!! And the porter road sausage is THEE BEST I've ever had !! Coffee is ridiculously overpriced though",
"Oh okay. Look, let's not mince words... Or grounds. This place apparently is exactly what the name implies. $5-6 crafted coffees. Yummy-looking separately arranged pastries. Grounds with more exotic origins than most luxury cars. Bearded, tatted, tight-panted baristas. Friendly. Cool, eclectic, sorta-precious atmosphere. It's not for everyone, but it's clearly for some.\n\nOn to the coffee, I had the Daredevil espresso/ Slayer + milk. F*cking delicious. \n\nHip? Yes. Fun? Likely. Good? Yes.",
"Very nice place. But a cappuccino is nothing special, actually it's a bit burned, you have to wait 10 min!!! (u wonder what they do with it...by the way in Italy a cappucino takes 1min to do, and it's much better) and it's expensive. You do the math.",
"This coffee is pricey but awsome! Not too sweet. Perfect amount of foam. I ordered the Vanilla Bourbon and it was definitely worth being five minutes late for work. I will be back!"
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"Go when you are starving, because you will definately fill up at Sitar India. Loud, often crowded with families and students, it is definately my favorite Indian buffet in university city (preferred over New Delhi and Tandor Kitchen) with yummy channa masala, and carrot halvah,as well as other buffet standards. They do have an a la carte menu, but i've never used it, and never seen anyone else use it either. Students get a discount.",
"This is my favorite Indian restaurant west of the Schuylkill, and I'd call it a tie with Cafe Spice, although that's an unfair comparison. Sitar doesn't aspire to be a hip, upscale restaurant with DJs and cocktails. The focus is on delicious dishes and prompt service.\n\nSitar India isn't much to look at. That's OK. Their food is excellent, with a great buffet, very attentive servers, complimentary mango juice and they recently started serving beer. The place is always nearly full but it's never hard to get a table. They've got the best samosas, channa masala and navratan korma I've had, hands-down. Other rotating dishes in the buffet also hit the mark, except for the fried chicken wings, but that's not what you're there for anyway. \n\nNew Delhi ain't bad, but if you're in the area, Sitar is the better bet. I've had friends say the same thing. My girlfriend considers Sitar India a paradise for vegetarians, so there you have it. Plus, their delivery for lunch is fast. What's not to love here? Highly recommended.",
"west philly is a treasure trove of indian buffets (this i am not sure why). and i've done new delhi and tandoor. but sitar is probably my favorite thus far. it's small, it's totally low key and as unfancy as you can get... but any place that can make a perfectly spiced chicken tikka masala *and* saag paneer...and they had poori, *and* their naan wasn't burnt. mmmm...",
"This place is amazing. I went here on Saturday after craving Indian food for the past 2 weeks. It was worth the bike ride from way South Philly in the freezing rain. There was no wait whatsoever (and the place was crowded). There were tons of vegetarian choices, as well as a toppings bar and dessert. We got free mango juice, which was amazing (normall $2.50!). The naan was the best that I've ever had. For both of us, plus tip, it came to around $20, and we stuffed our faces. I ate so much we had to take SEPTA back because I felt like I was going to barf when I was biking.",
"I went here expecting, from these reviews, a shangri la of indian paradises, peeled grapes and eager virgins. Instead it was a totally passable buffet. Some of their swampy chicken mush dishes weren't so meaty but the food was totally acceptable. \nIf I lived by there I'd eat there regularly and get very fat, I recommend this place but don't expect food so amazing that your nipples fall off.",
"The Indian buffets people are used to must be really, really horrible if you think this is a good buffet. It's ok - just barely. The naan is decent but the curries are basically flavour-less. I guess it's good if you don't care what you food tastes like, but just want a lot of it.",
"This was my favorite place to go for dinner when I worked at Penn several years ago. My friends and I usually went just for the buffet and it was always delicious. I like too that they give you mango juice to go with your dinner and their dessert offerings are always fabulous. \n\nI still like this place and try to get there when I can.",
"i was raised on a diet of punjabi food and i can affirm that sitar is the best indian buffet around penn. rare is the indian restaurant with paneer entrees in its buffet. those are usually kept away from the buffet so customers cannot gorge themselves endlessly on the relatively expensive item. also, the chole bhature, while not the best-- you have to go to new delhi (the city in india) for those--, are also a very welcome and rare entree regularly served at sitar's buffet. one caveat is that last time i visited i assumed that as a byob i could take my own beer. i guess the 'b' in byob means bottle, not beer for the managers of sitar; one of the waiters came over and told me that i was not allowed to have my beer in the restaurant. other than that mild slight, which was probably my own fault, sitar is a top choice.",
"Not as great as Tiffin, but when you want to gorge yourself on fabulous Indian food for lunch - it hits the spot! It's a great price and the staff is very friendly. The art work is a little crazy, but interesting. If you're near PENN, check it out!",
"Now that's what I'm talkin' bout! Woo!\n\nReally, really, really, goooood lunch buffet. I am actually quite sleepy now after eating so much. Everything tasted like it was freshly made by a wonderful little Indian woman's hands. The chicken, mutton, goat, and pannier, dishes were all in their own wonderful snauces and mixed well with the rice. They had freshly fried Nan with a chickpea dish to top it with and they had a few other awesome dishes that I cant remember the names of. I loved my lunch here. I want to come back for dinner real soon.\n\nAmbiance - 3 stars\nFood - 4 stars\nPrice - 4 stars\nService - well, it was a buffet, but it was well stocked so...4 stars\n\nOverall - 4 stars. You earned it Sitar India."
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"O.M. GAWD! We are so lucky...I just heard that a second Broken Egg is opening on February 10th! Yippy. The building is where The Gingerbread Caffe was. Great outdoor seating too! \n\nI'll update my post once I eat there... they open at 7am...so check back Monday at 10am :) On Sundays and Mondays they are only open until 2pm",
"First, I would like to say the servers and staff were absolutely friendly and attentive. However, I was not blown away by the food. I WANTED to be, but I just wasn't. I had the veggie burger, which was pretty bland and the potatoes really seemed like Ora Ida frozen potatoes. I know they just opened, so maybe they are still getting things together. My two dining companions were not impressed either. Perhaps we all ordered the wrong thing. The Brie appetizer looks awesome! Hopefully I can update this review with a better one next time. However, I just don't know if I'd go again... But again, I want to emphasize the staff was very very kind!",
"I am a huge fan of Another broken Egg, The food is impressive and there is outdoor seating and the building is beautiful old NOLA style new. The kids menu is fantastic and they give crayons and a worksheet that both young and old can enjoy. I am a huge Chorizo lover and it is on the menu! So happy to have them!",
"Broken Egg is the best brunch ever. We came to this location on a Saturday. Food was outstanding. Husband got biscuits and gravy, changed the sausage for bacon (oh my the bacon! It's baked and delicious). I got French toast. Yuuuummmmmm. I love it! But I will say, the service leaves a LOT to be desired. I don't know if they were short staffed but it was a Saturday morning. They should be at their max for servers. We sat down fairly quickly (like 20 minutes and the complimentary coffee during the wait is awesome), but there were a lot of open tables with a lot of people waiting. What gives?? Like seriously, seven tables open and no one being seated at them. It was strange. But eventually after about 25 minutes, they did seat people at those tables. So definitely come for the food, expect a wait (an hour is typical), and maybe it'll take some time for the hostesses to learn how to seat. OR you can go to the Magazine street location and get fantastic service!!",
"Okay. So I love the food! And the porch! I have been here 4 times. I live three blocks away. The shrimp and grits are THE best I've ever had and I grew up in the South. Why three stars? Well, I have to say that the service is just really lacking. Not the regular service with attitude we are used to in NOLA but just lacking in personality and SLOW. I don't expect perfection. I promise. That expectation has been beat out of me since I've been here (14 years now). It's seriously lacking. If they could fix that then it would be a near perfect place. Oh, and the chairs inside are a bit uncomfortable. Each time was a different server. I'm not sure if they understaff or if they triple seat the poor people but whatever it is it needs to be assessed. Until then I'll be ordering food to go.",
"This place was stupid crowded on a Sunday morning but our group of 6 was told that the wait would be 15 minutes...uh, yeah, we shouldn't have believed them. As we were about to leave 75 minutes later, they finally find a table for our group. hmmmm\n\nThe porch is great. And our server was awesome. I enjoyed my bananas foster waffle (except that the bananas came out a good 10 minutes after the rest of my waffle) and I snuck potatoes off of one of my companions plate and they were yummy too. \n\nI'm really glad we were seated on the porch because the inside was freezing with the a/c cranked pretty high. I get that the servers are running but no need to turn the patrons into icebergs. \n\nThe menu was varied and our group found something to make each of us happy. But between the delay and the price point (my waffle was $11 dollars with the foster sauce & bananas), I'm not sure how soon I'll be back.",
"Breakfast was good, little pricy for eggs. Service and coffee was eggcellant. I had the Hey Lucy omelette plate and hubs had some potato with various meats and egg creation and he wasn't impressed with his choice so i shared half of mine with him. He said his was really dry. I really enjoyed mine. Felt like i was having a breakfast out west somewheres. The coffees were very strong and so was the bill for breakfast.....about $36 for the two of us. I will go back if in the hood and its not crowded.",
"Food was good. Service was pathetic. When I have to wait 45 minutes for a table, I can only blame myself because I chose to wait. However, if the cause of a long wait is because of the staff then that's a different story.\nOur waiter was pretty much non-existent. I can not remember the last time that I had such an inattentive waiter. I'm still waiting for a condiment that I requested. Never came. We waited so long for the check that I eventually had to go inside and ask the host to try and find my check. Incidentally, this was not because our waiter had too many tables. We actually waited so long for our food that the place was pretty much cleared out. I also noticed that the manager had to be called to two different tables in our section.\nFood was good, but not 45 minute wait, bad service good. \nI may try the location on Magazine St one day, but I don't think I'll waste another Sunday afternoon here.",
"Definitely not as good as the northshore location. Cute place but for New Orleans the food was on the same level as ihop or sizzlers. Also the service was poor. My waiter actually burped when he brought the bill to me. I won't be coming back especially since there ate way better places in NOLA.",
"This place was seriously amazing. We wanted to go to a chill, local breakfast place and this was it. They had the best bloody mary I had in New Orleans at the time. I was craving biscuits and gravy, and again, best biscuits and gravy I had in New Orleans (and I got them more than a few times during my week there...). \n\nThe atmosphere is cozy, its a family restaurant. They had plenty of tables and the place was pretty open. You get a lot of space. We were told we had to wait 20 twenty minutes and was seated in 10. I can appreciate that."
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"Good alternative to Pho Ha. See http://www.thrillist.com/philadelphia/pho-saigon.\n\nWe went on a Thursday afternoon and the place was packed. The Pho was unremarkable - meaning that it was yummy delicious Pho and nothing more. The restaurant itself is much nicer than your standard Pho joint - nice floors, a huge TV, and no loud bus cart that you cant hear yourself think over (Pho Ha).\n\nI recommend the place as another Pho Joint; a nice alternative when you want some pho, but want some style and class as well.\n\nNote: they have bubble drinks and stuff like Pho Hoa.",
"Brand-new pho place on the corner of Columbus Blvd and Washington Ave, right next to Halloween Masquerade. \n\nLike Ryan S. said, this place is rock-solid, and a groovy alternative to Pho Hoa on 11th. I went on a Wednesday afternoon and it was hopping, with a largely Asian customer-base (always a good sign!). \n\nThe pho tai was tasty, their cafe sua nong was fine, and their BBQ pork summer rolls rocked the house. Really, really good.\n\nThe place is comfortable, the service is friendly, and the bathrooms are immaculate and new. \n\nI will be choosing this place over the other pho places up the street because of the super-tasty food, but also: super-convenient parking. Woot!\n\nNote: They take plastic, but only if you're charging more than $15. Plan accordingly.",
"yoooo....the bbq pork rolls and the egg soda.\n\nI don't think that I have ever been to a \"new\" vietnamese place.",
"So, I always like to give new places a try and that's why I decided to try out the new Pho place on Columbus Blvd. Let me just say that I totally regret going here today.\n\nI've been to a lot of Vietnamese restaurants and Pho places so I have a lot to compare to, but I really don't expect too much from a Pho restaurant - I mean, I want the place to be clean and the soup to be HOT...usually everything else comes standard. \n\nOn my trip to Pho Saigon today, I was first very put off by the service; or rather, the lack of. We waited a long time to be seated, even though there was a lot of empty tables and the waiter was rude to us. When we finally sat down we didn't get any hot tea and the waiter took a long time to come get our order. My sister who didn't order any special drinks didn't get any water or anything either. We ordered egg rolls and there was so much taro mixed in the filling that I thought I ordered a vegetarian egg roll and not a regular pork egg roll. The soup came out and it was OK. There was a lot of meat but the noodles were clumped into a ball and the soup wasn't that hot. The waiters didn't bring us any veggies or herbs for our soups (shouldn't that come standard?) We had to ask several waiters and waited at least 10 minutes before someone could bring us some. \n\nOverall, my experience with this place was less than satisfactory. I know it's new so I might give it a try in another few months. But, for now, I'm gonna have to pass.",
"wait was long but it was new years day. the pho GA was good, the beef could have been better... a primary dish that should speak for the restaurant, did not perform. Service was horrible... asked for ice coffee 3 times from three different employees and still never got our ice coffee. we somehow managed to get two cokes for the price of one. ! \n\nADVICE: Know what you want before you order cause you will not get a second chance to order anything else! \n\nPgo GA broth was delish though....",
"It was ok. It is definitely cute and wins hands down on ambiance compared to my phavorite pho spot, Pho Ha, but when you're looking for a $6 bowl of soup, ambiance isn't high on the list of priorities.\n\nI'm happy to see a new pho place out there.. I don't think that many people know about it, myself included until about a year ago. It just didn't have the \"authentic\" feel to it. Our waiter clearly has spent more time in South Philly than Vietnam, by addressing my boyfriend as \"Yo, my man.\" He also messed up our order. \n\nThe pork rolls were ok, the meat was overcooked but the flavor was decent. The pho had good flavor, but had a noticeable layer of grease floating on the top. A squeeze of lime helped cut through the fat, and it tasted good, but just seeing it there was a bit off putting. \n\nOverall it was decent and has potential, but Pho Ha has already my heart as my go to pho spot.",
"I spotted Pho Saigon driving on Columbus a week after its grand opening. Flavor wise it is very good, nothing outstanding compared to other Vietnamese restaurants in South Philly but not anything less either. \n\nPho Saigon does set itself apart however, thanks to its slightly luxurious interior. Most pho restaurants in South Philly are casual but this place had a bit of class to it. \n\nThe menu still lacks a bit compared to other joints in the area. Highly recommended if you're looking for a cheap lunch with a nicer touch of interior view.",
"My go to pho spot. Close to my house and sometimes that really matters. I wake up and find myself, most of the week, in need of a pho bowl and this place is it. The pho is on point, the spring rolls are my favorite in the city, BBQ pork roll is great. The bun is better than most I have had. To get down to the point this is a great spot to have around. I'm very thankful.",
"Two words PHO GaaAAAaaa...\nI'm just happy I no longer have to travel to ghetto Kensington to get some good pho ga (pho chicken). It was great, lots of flavor. Just ask for a bowl of ginger fish sauce dip for the chicken pieces that come in the pho. They don't give it to you unless you ask. \n\nI didn't try anything else on the menu. I don't think I would want to either. I'm going to become a regular just for the pho ga.\n\nAlso, my friends hate the service here. I mean, I didn't think it was that bad, but thats the price you pay sometimes for good food.",
"I came to Pho Saigon with my family the other day and I thought it was pretty good. The ambiance is more fancier than your typical Pho restaurant. The host was quick to show us our table, and the waiter was quick to take our orders.\n\nI ordered the spring rolls, pho tai, and a pineapple smoothie with tapioca.\n\n I did not like their spring rolls at all. The rolls were stuffed with 98% vegetables, and the remaining were the meat portions. The pho, however, was quite delicious. It was hot and fresh, and they gave a generous portion of meat. Their pineapple smoothie was great since there was an absence of condense milk and it was lightly sweetened. The tapiocas were soft, fresh and chewy! \n\nThe great thing about coming to Pho Saigon is the parking convenience. There's less frustration trying to find parking as opposed to going to Nam Phuong or Pho Hoa. \n\nOverall, good service and good food minus the spring rolls."
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"This place is unbelievably good. I read about it in the riverfront times and wanted to drop by mostly bc of the name. I lived in sf and had good tacos in the mission. Anyway, dropped in and had chips and salsa which came with two kinda of salsa, spicy and smokey, which were both awesome. Then had a fish, a duck, and a steak taco. All three were great but the fish was the best and I had to order another. Will definitely be returning soon. Go here and be the cool guy to tell all your friends how good this place is.",
"I have been to a string of disappointing Mexican places recently so when J wanted to try out Mission Taco I went into it with mediocre expectations. I was so wrong. This place was fantastic. Located in the same building that The Delmar used to be in, it is almost unrecognizable. The decor is clean and trendy with bright murals on the wall. I went on their second night open and service had a few hiccups but each person was extremely quick, efficient and friendly. For an appetizer we ordered the crab taquitos which came with a spicy avocado sauce, the flavors could have been overpowering but they were balanced and complimentary. On to the tacos, those were things dreams are made of, seriously. I had a grilled fish taco and a beef brisket taco. Both were served on homemade corn tortillas which were slightly chewy and so flavorful. J raved about his duck taco and could only finish 1/4 of his chicken torta (those things are gigantic). I want to try everything on the menu, my waist will not be happy but i kind of just don't care.",
"Normally when you go to a restaurant within the first few days of opening, you would expect to have some flaws, issues however that was not the case with Mission Taco Joint. we went around 730 and when we got in the place was packed. a good sign for a restaurant that had just opened. \n\nWe were talking with some fellow Yelpers getting their opinion on the place and food and was somewhat disappointed to find out it really didn't meet their expectations, however I still was going to get my share of tasting in, so I could form my own opinions and conclusions. after about a 20 minute wait we were seated and the server greeted us extremely promptly which was more than satisfactory in my book.\n\nI ordered a Cowboy Burrito, and when It arrived I was very pleasantly surprised with the size of the meal, leaving me only to hope it was going to be just as tasty. I sliced into the burrito, very tender and loaded with filling, beef brisket, cilantro rice, black beans all worked together to form a delightfully filling meal. We ordered some chips and salsa in which they bring you 2 different kinds of awesome home made salsa, I still haven't really figured out which one is better, but none the less I need to highly recommend them.\n\nthroughout the meal, the owners had come by a few times to see how things were, and we were happy to express our gratitude. I see only good things for this place, and look forward to my next visit. there are many things on the menu to try, and this summer will be the best time for sampling..\n\nDo yourself a flavor and check out the Mission taco joint, you will be extremely satisfied and glad that you did.",
"This place is not going to be a greasy taco joint. Its not going to have dishes covered in a mass of cheese. Instead its going to be a place that uses fresh whole ingredients in their menus that pack lots of flavor and does not make you feel guilty after eating.\n\nThe atmosphere is very modern. You do not feel like you are in Saint Louis here. The bar area is really neat and there is a cool painting in the back of the restaurant. There is also a large flat screen TV in one corner.\n\nThe menu carries a creative selection of tacos that range from $2.5 to $3, (very cheap!) burritos, tortas and lots of side dishes. We ordered the guacamole and was not disappointed. You can taste the hints of lime and jalapeno peppers. The chips were warm and crispy. \n\nAfterward we indulged in the Yucatan Chicken tacos and the Carne Asada Tacos Both are very different flavors and both were ridiculously delicious. They are not giant tacos but they are not small either. 2 can easily leave you satisfied. \n\nOur waiter was incredibly nice and friendly. He made an effort of getting to know us and make us feel very welcomed and comfortable.\n\nWe will be regulars here since its in walking distance from our home! Taco's all day every day!!!",
"Mission Taco Joint might possibly be my new love! If I don't control these desires, they will need to put a restraining order on me because I'm about to become a taco addict! This ultra cool taco shop seems too good to be true and yet it's another step up for St. Louis' evolving Mexican culinary scene. Located in U-City on Delmar, Mission offers a nice variety of delicious tacos, tortas and burritos along with a variety of appetizers and side dishes. \n\nOur group of 5 came on the Friday night of opening weekend and the place was packed. Luckily we got a table within 20 or 30 minutes after grabbing a drink from the bar. I skipped the mixed drinks and opted for a basic Modelo draft beer which went well with all the food I was about to consume. We started with an order of chips & salsa for $3 and chicken flautas for $8. The chips came with red and green salsas which were very flavorful. I would buy the red salsa by the gallon if I could. The chicken flautas, kind of like a Mexican egg roll, might possibly be the most sinfully good appetizer I've ever had. \n\nThe menu listed 8 different tacos ranging in prices from $2.50 to $3. Being the taco whore that I am, I was able to get at least a bite of 6 different ones. These delicious babies are served on fresh made corn tortillas...the way a taco should be served. I later discovered that you can actually watch the tortillas being made if you stand outside on the sidewalk at a window with a direct view into the kitchen. \n\nThe Tacos:\nThe Baja fish taco comes grilled or fried; I opted for the fried. Topped with cabbage, pico de gallo, cheese and chipotle sauce, it was among the best I've ever had. I'd never had a duck taco until Mission, but the tender shredded duck meat was amazingly good with the avocado Serrano chili sauce. The beef birria taco was made with tender, slow cooked juicy beef; it was outstanding, but I only wish they had a goat birria version. The carne asada taco made with grilled steak and topped with arugula, avocado Serrano sauce and cheese was outstanding. I also couldn't pass up a nopales taco. Nopales is a cactus which is commonly eaten in Mexico, but keep in mind that this cactus always has a slimy texture to it, so it's not for everyone. I really enjoyed the nopales here at Mission, with the onions, cheese and jalapeno salsa. Probably my lease favorite taco of the night was the mofu tofu taco, but even that one was good.\n\nIf you think that's not enough....well....I also tried the hamburguesa torta, and it was just as impressive as the tacos. The grilled beef patty topped with chipotle bacon, avocado, cheese, jalapenos and garlic mayo on a toasted jumbo bun for $10 was muy delicioso! I've run out of adjectives to describe all the good food that I tried, so I'll just end the food descriptions with the roasted street corn ($3-small/$5-large), which was also damn good! \n\nThroughout the night, the service was nearly flawless. The staff was hustling to take care of everyone, and even the owner took a moment out of his busy night to make sure that we were all happy. 5 stars for a job well done by Adam and crew!",
"Ay, mama! Que bueno. Estoy tanto feliz, especial porque son en mi barrio. \n\nPuerco, frijoles, french fries - todos perfectos. Y va estar una tienda tambien con tortillas fresas. \n\nThe property values in my neighborhood just went up 10%.\n\nFollow up: went back with two kids and a wife (my wife, in fact). Amazing how affordable it is. And everyone's meal was excellent. Good beer choices too. \n\nThis place will destroy Qdoba and Chipotle like a drone missile aimed right at their chimichangas.\n\nFollow up (3/1/14): Now the go-to place for my family of four. The only place that kids, wife, hubbie love equally. And it seems to get better with time (though it would be nice if they added some veggies to the menu).\n\nAnd, so apparently they're NOT adding the tienda after all, which is really too bad. Hope they'll rethink this.",
"I went there the first time on Saturday with my niece. We walked in the door and no one greeted us, and no one told us whether we need to seat ourselves or to wait to be seated, even though there were several employees standing around. We went and found her own table and then proceeded to wait about 6 min. for our waitress, and that only after I finally stopped another waitress to ask her who would be serving us. \n\nOnce our waitress did come she was fairly pleasant. We ordered chips and salsa $3.00. It came with two different types of salsa. One was more like a traditional salsa and the other had a smoky flavor. I actually liked both.\n\nNext we ordered tacos, Carne Asada and Fish. I believe the tacos were $2.75 each. One of my nieces tacos had to be sent back to be cooked longer because it was very rare and she was not having it. Having said that the tacos were really good. My favorite was the fried fish taco. It was delicious. \n\nThe vibe reminds me of taco places I've been in PB San Diego. Relaxed and casual. \n\nI would consider returning for fish tacos, my niece says she'll pass.",
"The Food was just ok. If i'm gonna pay $8 for chips and Queso don' give me such a skimpy order. The burritos was ok at best and the guacamole on it was brown. Mi Ranchito is a lot cheaper and better.",
"I have frequented Mission Taco Joint three times in the last week. That's almost as many days as I went to work and significantly more days than I went to the gym. Mission Taco Joint does it that well.\n\nAs much as I enjoy that sick feeling I have for the rest of the day after eating plateaus of cheese on all of my food at any Mexican joint, I appreciated the fact that my fish tacos didn't make me feel like I wanted to die. To my surprise, the act of devouring them made me want to live, simply so I could eat more fish tacos. Oh and every other taco I ate was amazing too, but that's a given.\n\nDespite being a week old, Mission Taco Joint's service makes you feel like they've been doing this for awhile. The place has been packed every time I've visited, but I've been seated immediately every time. Also the music (a quaint mix of Cage the Elephant, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fleet Foxes, and the like) didn't give me the sense that I was in a back alley in a Mexican border town listening to an out-of-sync mariachi band, which I very much enjoyed.\n\nLast bonus: Woodchuck Private Reserve on tap. Oh my good lord.\n\nI will forever and ever be back.",
"Let me just start this review by saying I am a bit biased as my love for tacos takes hold over everything. Now that that has been said it would be safe to say that this place is legit. I am not a fan of the loop as its raging with hipster and college students later at night, but this hidden gem of a delight is tucked back in the heart of Delmar in the place of what used to be the old Delmar Lounge. \n\nPros:\n\n1. The food is great and reasonably priced for the fact their kitchen is open late even on weekdays. For people like me that consistently get off at 9pm, that means my friends and I have a place to go to get a drink and let off some steam. \n\n2. The drinks are reasonably prices as well. I didn't feel bad paying for a beer.\n\n3. They have duck tacos. That's right.. Duck. \n\nCons: \n\n1. As its a newer joint, the waitressing staff isn't that great. I've been there 3 times over the past 2 weeks with different friends and the bartender has been consistently backed up to the point we had to wait 5-10 minutes for our beverages from the bar. The common catch phrase when the waitress would finally bring our drinks would usually be \"I'd like to preorder my next drink.\"\n\n2. Being an establishment that sells tacos and a variety of them, you would think they would have a system down for keeping good track of whom orders what in larger parties. Instead, when I was there with a group of 6 and was getting ready to leave, they charged me for 2 tacos I didn't eat because they had forgotten to charge another person that had already left. I was really not pleased. \n\nThat's all I really have. It's a great place if you get the right waitress or waiter. Speed of service with the food is amazing. Our food was at the table within of finally ordering. I recommend giving it a shot."
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"Liang's is one of my favorite Chinese restaraunts around the Tampa area (there are few good ones...) for its great food, easy access, and great atmosphere. \n\nThe atmosphere is low-light, well-kept, clean, and elegant which makes it a very good place to take a date. The tables are set up with just enough space in between to allow for private dining, and there's patio seating outside for those that like that sorta thing.\n\nThey offer a variety of Chinese dishes including my favorite Sesame Chicken (all white meat with light sauce) and my most favorite of desserts: banana spring rolls! They are a MUST try!\n\nThe staff is friendly and efficient. You rarely need to wait long for service, and they're good about checking back without being overly intrusive. They work well together, so you never need to worry about asking any of the staff for assistance. They'll gladly jump in.\n\nOverall, quite the place for a Friday-night meal that won't break your wallet in half either. Check it out!",
"This place is pretty good. All the chicken is very similiar though (tropical, orange, etc.) but awesome. The place is really dark and has a cool vibe to it. I don't know how authentic it is, but still is pretty good. My husband and I always split our meal because it is just way too much food. Try the teriyaki chicken skewers....you'll thank me.",
"I just happened across Liang's today, and I think it is a great find! The atmosphere is pleasant and definitely fits that \"bistro\" theme well. \n\nThe menu was a bit more upscale than your run of the mill Chinese place. I had the pork dumplings, which were well prepared. For the entree I tried the Walnut Shrimp, and I absolutely LOVED it! The pineapple sauce was tropical without being overly sweet, and the candied walnuts with sesame seeds were just delightful.\n\nThe service was attentive and generally fast. I usually manage to empty my beverage is short order, yet they also kept my glass filled. Granted, that was at 4 PM on a Thursday afternoon, but it is a small effort that goes a long way with me.\n\nI will definitely return!",
"Outstanding! Not your typical Chinese restaurant. \n\nEverything is fresh. Meats and vegetables are fresh and are high quality. Wait staff are polite and nicely attired. Not something typically found in a Chinese-Asian style restaurant.\n\nThe menu has many of your typical Americanized Chinese dishes. But more importantly are the fresh and unique flavors like their light and fresh lettuce chicken wraps as an appetizer or a light meal. Or try the black pepper or Thai basil leaves flavors over your preferred meat. Fresh, light, and original.",
"Nice atmosphere in a former wendy's. Good service and the food was yummy. Both chicken dishes were very good. Nice wine list.",
"Excellent food. Quick seating, very good service, and it's great that they offer drive-thru pickup service as well.\n\nWith that said, the highlight of this place is obviously the food. Some of the best in this genre you'll find in Tampa. Prices are reasonable, decent location for those living in New Tampa area. Now that I live downtown, I just hate that I never get a chance to eat there anymore.",
"I would not recommend it to my worst enemy! Maybe my experience should be considered an outlier, but I still caution anyone to stay away from this place with high cholesterol. As a party of 2 on a Saturday night we waited 30+ minutes. The place was very loud and crowded and we were practically part of the other parties (like in the movie Valentines Day). We asked for tea and all we got was a pot of hot water and a Lipton tea bag, WTH is that? That is not how asians drink tea! That was the 1st sign that this was for sure an Americanized franchised chain. Our food came out with what seemed like an entire cup of salt, or probably MSG. The portions were large, but lacked meat. Our service was also below par, once we received our bill, it took another 20 minutes for our server to return for our credit card. I would not return again even if I had a gift card. Sorry Liang fans, but if you want some authentic Chinese, check out Chopsticks on Fletcher Ave. - Tampa, FL",
"This place has really great food. My favorite is their Japanese fried rice. I've never eaten inside because they have such a convenient drive up window for takeout orders, i get to enjoy good food in the comfort of my own home. I highly recommend this place!",
"If you're looking for some awesome Chinese take-out, look no further--Liang's is some of the best I've ever had. The portion sizes are about double those of Pei Wei or any other typical Asian take-out place. I ordered the classic General Tso's Chicken--extra extra spicy, of course--with brown rice. It was a little over $12, but that's a bargain considering that it was about a pound of delicious food. I can eat a ton, and I had plenty of food leftover for the next day's lunch. Liang's is excellent.",
"The third star is for the clean restaurant. The food is 2 stars. It reminds me of PF Chang's but closer to my house and not as crowded.\n\nThe service is great the 2 times I have been. The food it pricey for what you get but it does taste good. I was unhappy that they serve fish that isn't on the bone. The fish came out drier and not as tasty because it was a fillet."
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"Great for lazy afternoon, plenty of sun, plenty of free drinks ;)",
"After many months of tossing ideas around, researching various cities and venues, we decided to rent out the Calypso Queen for our wedding reception.\n\nNo regrets here. \n\nFor our small reception party of 40, this was a great choice. This boats offers two interior decks on the lower levels, and one open deck up top. She' s slow and steady on the sunset cruise, so it was really enjoyable for all. \nThe murals on the exterior of the boat were hand-painted by a local artist. Yay for local!\n\nHaving planned weddings for others in the past, I typically dread the reception portion. Venues aren't always the easiest to deal with. However, the coordinators for this vessel were MORE than accommodating! All the way from making sure the tables were outfitted with white linens to letting me to pick the color of the linen napkins... They even allowed me to drop off items (like our centerpieces and our cake) the day before our wedding, then set out everything EXACTLY how I had requested - all for no extra charge! This was no small feat, so I was uber impressed.\n\nThe food and drinks were actually reasonably priced, and the food was pretty darn good. Dealing with so many types of diets, I assumed meal planning would be a nightmare. Fortunately, it wasn't. I was given many options, and ultimately decided for an extensive buffet to suit all tastes. It worked, thankfully.\n\nThe crew was very friendly to us and all our guests. They did everything quickly, as scheduled, and did not permit a dirty dish to sit on a table for any length of time. We didn't need to hire a DJ since he's a part of the crew, and he did an amazing job.\n\nWhy only four stars? PLEASE update the decor from \"Old Florida\", then Calypso will truly be a winner in every aspect. (Keep the fiber optic palm trees though. Even though they don't really fit, they're tacky and fabulous.)",
"I really enjoyed this small cruise. We paid $10 for the unlimited drinks and buffet and it was well worth it (although I wish they would of served a dessert too) \n\nThe captain, bartender and waiter was extremely nice. You could go to the top and look at the ocean as you sipped your drink or you could stay down below and just enjoy the scenery. I will def be doing this again!",
"Went on the sunset cruise a few weeks ago with a group of 30 for my moms 60th birthday. \nPros: all you can drink beer wine and hunch punch, great dj who takes requests, beautiful sunsets, very accommodating to our large party.\nCons: boat is outdated, the a/c does not work very well and we were all sweating most of the time, the Buffett food isn't great (but it is all you can eat)\n\nAll in all we had a fun time, but probably wouldnt do this again",
"Awesome experience. If your looking for a fun and easy time or something to do at night this is perfect. Food was good, dance floor was fun, I would recommend it anyone and do it again.",
"The Calypso Queen was an awesome and fun experience! The serving staff and captain were friendly, quick and accommodating. The charge for the buffet, drinks and cruise were reasonable and there was more than enough food and drink available throughout the cruise. There are 3 decks that are available to the passengers and all have a great view. I did not feel trapped or crowded throughout any part of my experience. The DJ was awesome! He took requests, played both old and new hits and encouraged others to join in on the dancing fun. There were more than enough bathrooms on board and they were extremely clean and well kept. Be prepared for loud fun music.\n\nIf you are someone looking for a calm and relaxing or quiet dinner cruise, look elsewhere or plan to spend most of your time on the lower deck since the DJ is awesome and gets the music going right away after dinner. During our trip, there were a few passengers who were upset with the loud volume of the music and requested that it be turned down even though everyone else was having a great time. I did not have a hard time hearing others and I felt the volume was appropriate, especially since it was called a \"tropical PARTY dinner cruise\" and both the website and booth outside of the boat both advertise the DJ and party aspects of the cruise. \n\nI noticed that there are some reviews of others complaining about the food. I think that the food was exceptional considering the fact that it was cooked and served on a boat... The servers kept all of the food dishes stocked and replaced them with more as they ran out. I am not sure what others were expecting, as cooking in a galley is much more difficult than a typical commercial kitchen. I have also noticed some of the other reviews commenting on the decor aboard the boat. I felt that the tropical theme was appropriate for the boat and I don't see the need to dock stars for something that most passengers did not pay much attention to anyway. You had less fun because the wallpaper was not to your liking?...how awful. \n\nI would definitely recommend this to my friends and family and will definitely be doing it again on my next trip to clearwater beach!",
"Pros : its beautiful outside the ride is nice. The crew was all very friendly. The boat has committed to a serious tropical theme and its ....... cute. \n\nCons: Ok so I get that its a boat and it might be harder to cook on a boat....but salad at room temperature - just so wrong ; ( $35 bucks per person and we got warm salad and cold pasta, and the pulled pork tasted like muddy water....oh wait maybe that was my drink? No ..no.. they both did. ; (\n\nThe dj tried his hardest to get people going but.....no dice. Allow me to explain there was a couple on board celebrating their 70th birthday and he played \"Wobble\" by VIC - GOOGLE it!",
"Capt. Bill is back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He is without a doubt the best!!!!! Professional, knowledgeable and a pleasure to talk to.",
"We had a wonderful time!! There were 6 in our party and we had a whole floor. The food was good, the staff was fabulous, the DJ was great, it was a fantastic time!! I would definitely go back again!! And would highly recommend them!!!",
"The experience sight seeing experience on the water is super ideal to get a perfect view of all the bodies of water & skyline during sunset :) it was really pleasant and well-run.\nThe set up of the ship + the staff = great experience. The staff was friendly, took requests for songs, and was very upbeat! Note: rooftop is great :) you can look for jumping Dolphins!\n-1 star for the food :( food was not so great"
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"Best pizza in the entire bay area. The Margherita comes piping hot out of the coal oven adorned with a lightly acidic, peppery tasting tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and a sprinkling of fresh basil. The crust is awesomely thin and crisp, with an ever-so-slight char underneath. It's total pizza heaven and perfection for which every pizzeria should strive. It might be out of the way for you but it's worth the drive. Oh, and they have homemade gelato, other yummy entrees (get the pizza also), and some tasty looking desserts.",
"Best Pizza this side of Cappy's. The sauce is fresh and you can tell it came from tomatoes not a can. The crust is sublime, supple and yeasty with a nice smokiness imparted by the coal oven. That's right, coal oven. They even have gelato but really I just go there for the pizza. I've probably given Clearwater's best kept secret away but this place needs to stay in business so I'm gonna spread the gospel. Go to Cristino's, tell your friends and thank me later.",
"I read a review in a magazine about this place and had to check it out.\n\nI'll preface this with the following statement: in my eight and a half years of living in the US (Florida specifically), I have yet to find a carbonara pasta that was anything other than a mediocre alfredo sauce with a handful of bacon. Cristino's has the best carbonara I've had since leaving the South of France. While their pizza was good, the pasta just blew me away. \nThe outside patio is nice and breezy. It can be a little loud if there's a lot of traffic, but for the most part it's not too noticeable. The service was good - our waitress was nice and even though their small parking lot was full at 1 in the afternoon, there wasn't much of a wait from the kitchen. It's probably one of those places that gets really busy on weekend nights (just guessing).\n\nOur total for a small pizza, spaghetti carbonara, eggplant parmesan (to go), a glass of wine, and a non-alcoholic drink was around $45. They also had salads, paninis, and regular entrees on the menu. And I was tempted to sample their gelato but had no room in my tummybox.",
"Still amazing after multiple trips in. I think I might have to have a secret love affair with the pistachio gelato though.",
"I'm a bit surprised there aren't more reviews of Cristino's. Chalk that up to Yelp StPete/Tampa being a bit slow, because this place deserves many compliments. After trying to find the perfect pizza in Pinellas County I think I can stop searching as Cristino's coal fired pizzas are simply delicious. Coal fired pizza ovens are quite popular and can be found extensively in New Haven, Connecticut and some places in NYC, and now I can see why. The coal oven can reach very high temps and pizzas from Cristino's come out very quickly because the high heat cooks them so quickly. What this ends up doing is making a perfect crust, it is crispy on the outside even lightly blackened in places but chewy in the center. There is even a slight smoky flavor to the crust. It reminds me of naan done in a real tandoori oven. I've always noticed a jump in quality when a pizza place uses a high heat brick ovens and I think coal trumps what is possible from wood and brick ovens.\n\nI am currently in a bit of a rut and have ordered on their Quattro Formaggi pie which has - Tomato sauce, mozzarella, goat cheese, ricotta, gorgonzola, basil and oregano. But having had their Margherita Di Lusso w/ Tomato sauce, homemade mozzarella, fresh sliced tomatoes, basil, oregeno I can say both are very good.\n\nThe quality of the ingredients shine through especially the cheese and everything is balanced with a tasty tomato sauce which is generously applied on the pies. \n\nThey have a full menu of other classic italian noodle dishes, but I haven't had an opportunity to try any of them as it seems like sacrilege not to go with the sure thing of excellent pizza!\n\nOne thing I have had a chance to enjoy is their gelatos for desert. The hazenut, almond, and pistachio are my favorites and they typically give you some small sample spoonfuls after your meal so you can find one you like.\n\nThe location is conveniently close to downtown Clearwater on South Fort Harrison. They offer outside eating shaded by umbrellas and trees and have a combination of booths, tables and high tops inside. The dining area is a bit on the small side and I have noticed that the restaurants popularity can result in high traffic volume. Seems like others agree that Cristino's is worthy of 5 starts too. =-)",
"Love cristinos, eat there all the time with the family. Make gelato on site. coal fired pizzas, handmade authetic pasta.",
"Best meal on our trip to Clearwater by a mile! Great pizza and they set up the patio for us! Recommend. Recommend. Recommend!!",
"Nicely located in downtown Clearwater, Cristino's is likely the best pizza you're going to find in the city; it's certainly the best we found. Cooked quickly and over extremely high temperatures it's fine, authentic crust with good toppings. Only drawbacks would be the toppings were thrown on haphazardly - the right time should be taken regardless of how busy you are - and the prices are just a little high for what you're getting. Small issues for the fine food you get, though.",
"Solid, really good pizza. The kind you find in Italy, not Domino's. Kinduva small place, tho, so go off-hours or you'll be waiting in a long line. Super-nice staff. Pretty good gelato (although not exactly the stuff you get in Italy).",
"Thanks Yelpers! \n\nWe were in Clearwater for a conference and needed to escape with our two kids for a meal away from the hotel. Yelp kindly pointed the way to this great coal-fired pizzeria. Because it was a Saturday evening at a time many Spring Breakers were arriving, we were concerned about getting a table, so we called ahead. While it didn't sound like they wanted to take a reservation (\"We're really busy!\"), they advised that if we got there fifteen minutes earlier than we planned they'd hold a table for us. We jumped at the opportunity and were thrilled to find that they'd saved a nice booth in the corner for us. \n\nWe split a Cristino salad to start (big enough for two) -- sundried tomatoes, roasted peppers, fresh mozzarella, ham and salami on tossed greens with a balsamic vinaigrette. The kids split a personal (12\") Margherita pizza with pepperoni. We'd read that the unadulterated pizzas were the best -- additional toppings apparently add extra moisture that can make the crusts soggy -- so we got a personal size Margherita without extra toppings. Tasting both the kids pizza (very good) and ours, we agree that the ones without the extra toppings were better, but both were great. \n\nSave room for the gelatto. We got the Pistachio, the Chocolate Hazelnut and the Chocolate Peanut Butter and all were sublime (biggest raves for the Pistachio). The small was a very generous size. \n\nParking can be tricky if they're busy, and they have pleasant looking outdoor seating, if you're into that sort of thing. Service was fantastic. \n\nFinding a place like this away from home is why I love Yelp. :)"
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"Best breakfast in the area, paws down. Blueberry pancakes year round, kielbasa and cheese omelets and incredible hash. Perfect after flea market excursions to The Golden Nugget.",
"We went for breakfast, I ordered blueberry pancake my daughter had waffles. A taste of hers was great and my pancakes were the best. I tasted my husband's mushroom omelette. It was a little too spicy for me, but the eggs were fluffy. For breakfast this plAce is a great choice. The service was friendly and carding. I'd go again for the good food and friendly experience.",
"I love this place when I'm not watching my calorie intake. \n\nIt really is a luncheonette, with counter seating and booths, a few tables. Not well decorated- the sad clown painting freaks me out. However, the breakfast is awesome. Check out the specials board (which never seems to change much) for some cool omelets and waffles- I recommend kielbasa and cheese, OJ and a copy of the Trentonian.\n\nBest part- Price. The place is very appropriately priced for the menu items, which include all the standards but nothing more complicated than a patty melt. Service is very friendly and lightning fast. Food is good- not amazing, but good. It's a great place to take kids. I love that I can see most of the kitchen from my booth.\n\nWorst part- the coffee is pretty weak, but what do you expect at a diner. They do not take credit cards, but there is an atm just down the block.",
"Luncheonette/Diner food through and through, and it's fantastic. On Saturdays and Sundays they now serve breakfast until they close, which is 2 p.m. daily. Previously, they only served breakfast all day on Sunday. If you're in there at 2, they certainly don't rush you out, but they won't seat you after that.\n\nTry their Banana Pancakes, they are delicious. They only take cash/checks, no credit cards, so be prepared.",
"I love sneddons. It's not the most healthy, but it's very good. I always get the pancakes and hashbrowns. It is my favorite meal at diners and sneddons makes the hashbrowns perfectly.",
"Doesn't change. Kind, warm, friendly people serving food cooked right in front of you. \n\nMany locals and tourists existing together in perfect egg/corned beef hash/pancake harmony.\n\nSophisticated? NO! Innovative? NO! Thank goodness: It's simply wonderful.",
"The food is average at best, the servers aren't good and the seating is incredibly bad. My office is less than a block away and I can think of ten places i would willingly drive 5-10 minutes to rather than endure what they pass off as edible fare.\n\nAnother annoyance is not accepting credit or debit cards.",
"best pork roll egg and cheese sandwich on a bagel, ever! somewhow we always end up here when it's raining and it's always good. coffee cups are never left empty and the staff is friendly.",
"I love Lambertville. Sneddon's is a great old fashioned luncheonette. I like old fashioned diners and luncheonettes. I like to come here after visiting the Golden Nugget Flea Market. Everything is good here. A great breakfast and lunch spot. Although I no longer eat meat, they have great hamburgers and cheeseburgers. I like their omelets. Good coffee. Get here early on the weekends because they do get crowded. Paintings of kitsch clowns and photos of the owners catching fish grace the walls. \nUnpretentious. Good service.",
"as you head West from nyc, sneddons is your last chance for a delicious egg cream! seriously,... this is the last one!\n\nperfect breakfast spot. perfect service with smiles! great for kids!"
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"I've been to two Joe's Crab Shacks before and went to this one on opening day. With one caveat, it was absolutely fantastic. We had the Sunset Fire-grilled steampot for two. I love the spices they use on here. The crab was perfectly cooked. The included sides in the dish are average shrimp, well cooked corn, and a fantastic sausage. Afterwards we had the apple pie desert which was magnificent, even as the kitchen was closing down. Absolutely five stars for our food.\n\nTiffany, our waitress was polite and pleasant. However, it took something like 45 minutes for our food to come out, then we had to wait another five minutes just for butter. I think the reason we were given was that our food was dropped? When our meal was ready the second time, our waitress said she could see it but she wasn't allowed to carry it out? What's that about? Find someone to carry it out! We've been waiting for a while. \n\nWe'll visit again for sure, we really love crab, and they'll easily grab 5 stars from me if we can have a smooth customer experience.",
"Horrible over priced for tasteless seafood and inexperienced severs. I spoke to the manager after I received 110$ check for 3 people (just soft drinks no alcohol) and he blamed the unjust check on the fact that the place had only been opened 3 days. So I basically over paid 40$ bc the server only had been working that amount of time. Never ever would I return. Oh Me and my family have been in the business since 1927. I'm fifth generation!!!",
"Was ok...not great but wasn't all that horrible...it IS very loud and a little overpriced but my g/f and I had a decent time. We went on a Sunday night around 9:30..had a 15 minute wait....nothing special but better than Red Lobster which probably isn't saying much...haha! Now I can cross Joe's off my bucket list.",
"Good service, food came quick and it was a Friday night. My friend and I were very impressed with the good customer service. The food was very good (especially the sausage)and satisfied our seafood cravings. No doubt we will be back!",
"Fabulous food and service! Maybe they had a few bumps starting out, but we had a great experience. We went on a weekday night, and waited about 10 min until they texted my phone for a table. We got the appetizer sampler, and everything was great. We both got a steam pot with seafood, corn and potatoes. The crabs were wonderful, and seasoned perfectly. I tried the shark drink, and loved it. At one point all the staff danced which added to the fun. Although every table was filled, we had excellent service with constant attention. Desserts were also excellent. We willl definitely be back!",
"So me and my wife's first time. 40 minute wait @ 3:30. This was I found out due to graduation parties. I didn't like being seated in the bar area but at the time we took what we could. Our server was okay but was tending bar and not paying much attention to us. We were able to make substitutions which was nice. Food was good and that comes from a picky eater. Biggest downside was when the wife was finishing here coffee and found I believe orange seeds in the bottom of the cup. We told our server who took the cup and didn't tell anyone so no apology from a manager and we were still charged for it. We will go back as I had hoped for a better experience and I want to give them a second chance.",
"My wife and I decided to kick off our Memorial Day weekend with dinner at Joe's. The wait was not too bad and we were seated in about 30 minutes. Our waiter was friendly and our food came out quickly. Things started off well enough, our sampler appetizer was good. However, things went down hill fast. My wife found a hair on the side of the serving dish that our shrimp salsa came in. We disregarded this because we weren't really sure where it came from and it was not in the food.\n\nWe were almost finished our steam pot for two, when my wife discovered another hair! This time it was stuck to a piece of sausage. She quietly told our server and he offered to make her a fresh sausage. She declined and told him she just wanted him to be aware of the situation. \n\nThen we got a visit from the manager, who offered us a free dessert and apologized. I've never worked in the food industry, but I feel that 2 hairs found in the same person's meal rises to a higher level than that. I don't think that it's unreasonable to expect a clean place to eat, particularly with the prices that Joe's charges. I would consider a local seafood restaurant before returning to Joe's.",
"We drove a half hour to get there and saw there was a wait so we waited in line to check-in at the hostess stand just to be told that we had to check in with the girl at the door (the one who completely ignored us when we walked in). So she says there's an hour wait, fine we'll just shop around in the stores close by. After an hour we ask if our table will be ready soon. She then informs us it will be another hour wait. Wtf? Then why didn't u say it was going to be 2 hours from the beginning. So we take our name off the list and leave. Two hours later we arrive home having NOT eaten anything. F U Joe's Crab Shack.",
"The food is awesome! Can not wait to try happy hour on Friday!",
"I love Joe's Crab Shack. But the new shack in Deptford is such a disgrace. I am still speechless."
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"Lady Luck certainly was on our side when we stumbled into the Peppermill to see their newest restaurant, Cafe Milano, was open for business! \n\nSituated where its predecessor, The Coffee Shop, once stood, Cafe Milano is a great bang-for-your-buck for after-hours eats.\n\nAfter midnight, everything on the breakfast menu is only $6.99 despite the listed price. Being on vacation, I immediately went for the ultimate in decadent breakfasts: Southern Biscuits and Gravy. The oozing, buttery biscuits paired with some crispy bacon made for a great post-gambling feast. My friends ordered the Munch's Breakfast, the Breakfast Burrito and the Meatloaf Sandwich -- all were very satisfied.\n\nGreat, friendly service and great pricing.",
"I was kinda bummed to find an old favorite of mine, the Peppermill Coffee Shop, replaced by Cafe Milano. Gotta give credit, they really spruced the place up. A darker decor, ostrich skin booths, Italian murano glass lighting.\n\nThe menu was vast. I went with my old faithful, Eggs Benedict. A few moments later, our breakfasts arrived. My hash browns were great! But the hollandaise on the Benedict was off. Bad hollandaise will cost you dearly on my Yelp account!\n\nAll in all, good customer service, nice decor, clean establishment - but my dish didn't do it for me. That being said, I'd be willing to go back without a problem.\n\n3.5 stars.",
"*** 3 1/2 *** \n\n*** CAUTION *** If you find yourself looking for food at the Peppermill in the early hours on either a Friday or Saturday morning, avoid this place at all cost! The youngsters who drank all night at Club Edge head here to get their grease fix before heading home. It's loud, rowdy and could be dangerous to your health. \n\n----------------------------------------------------------- \n\nI went to the new Cafe Milano (the old Peppermill Coffee Shop) last Monday morning (7-11-11) around 5:00 am. \n\nLooking over the new menu, I noticed they served a lot of new dishes from 11:00 am until 11:00 pm that were not offered under the old name. Chinese and comfort dishes to name a few. \n\nI opted for their breakfast and went with Joe's San Francisco Special. Here's what I got from their menu: \n\n\"Combination of Scrambled Eggs, Spinach, Ground Beef, Sausage, Sautéed Mushrooms, Onions and Cheddar Cheese, served on Hash Browns with Toast or Muffin - $12.\" \n\nNot too shabby when it's early and you've been drinking all night. But I have said the same thing when I've pulled up to the Jack in the Box drive through in the wee hours too. \n\nDon't get me wrong. The food was decent and the new look is a vast improvement over the old coffee shop.",
"Food: Had breakfast and lunch there. The food was just ok. I had the Peppermill Breakfast. The overeasy eggs were somewhat overcooked. And I didn't like the sausages much. I had the Pulled Pork Sliders (appetizer) and fruit cup for lunch. The sliders were ok. The fruit was packaged fruit. not something super fresh. And I don't understand why the waiter couldn't give me the fruit first. Oh, by the way, they offer Chinese food too. My mom ordered soup noodle and she said it was decent.\n\nService: It's hard to get your waiter/waitress when you need them. The waitress who served us at breakfast was good. at least she came to check on us in the middle of our meal. but the waiter who served us at lunch was bad. I think he either has hearing problems or his English wasn't good enough, i had to repeat myself so many times when i placed my order. also, i ordered hot tea, i was given the pot of hot water. but i didn't get my cup. i couldn't find him to get me my cup. and he didn't come to check on us until we were done with our meals. bad service\n\nParking: it's inside a casino, so plenty of parking outside.\n\nRecommend? sure, if you want to eat some some Denny's/IHOP type of restaurant. I mean, you're in a casino, you're pretty much stuck at there.\n\nRevisit? I don't know. Probably if I stay at Peppermill agian. But, I might try other restaurants in Peppermill too.\n\nOverall: IHOP style and quality. what more can you expect?",
"For me, cafe Milano is a late night breakfast spot, where you get any breakfast item for $6.99. \n\nMy husband and I chow down on a very large but delicious omelette and steak and eggs and never leave disappointed. It's yummy diner food with comfortable booths and a great menu.",
"This place does okay. I only ever go there after midnight for the \"anything on the breakfast menu is only $6.95\", because I'd consider most of it overpriced, otherwise. The service is generally spot-on and the food is always what I expect from them - I don't expect fine dining, but I do expect to enjoy what I order.\n\nThe other items on the menu remain normal price (some even aren't available at that time of the morning, which is fine for me, but can be irritating for friends that see something they can't have during that time. I don't know, I kind of just shrug and say, \"Wah, come back during those hours\"), and for what you get at that price, I'd expect it to be better.\n\nThey've changed the design and decor since changing the name. A lot of the menu is still the same, but how it is served has definitely changed - different shaped plates, looking much more like something you'd find food served on in one of the other restaurants at the Peppermill (the Oceano, for example).\n\nI'm all for fancier digs and funny-shaped plates, but when it comes to a place I've been going to for years and have known as \"The Coffee Shop\", trying to dress it up so much just seems unnecessary and ridiculous. I wish they would have kept it how it was - maybe redo the interior, but serving sizes and presentation should have been kept the same. It feels like they're trying to put peacock feathers on a turkey... not everything needs to be fancy, Peppermill, just in case you weren't aware.",
"Gone are the days of cheap casino food. A tip if you go to Cafe Milano: Go all the way to the last page of the menu to find $7 comfort food meals.\n\nI ordered the Saucy Chop Sandwich from there and enjoyed it. It's shredded beef, pork, and chicken in barbecue sauce--at least that's what the menu said it was. (It wasn't identifiable, and I had to suppress thoughts about throwing all the leftover meat into the pot.) It comes with fries and a cup of additional sauce.\n\nThe service seemed awfully slow, especially between the time we ordered and the time the meals arrived. We also had the normal 10-minute wait near the slot machines before being taken into the half empty restaurant.",
"Cafe Milano was the Peppermill's former coffee shop. Peppermill spared no expense in the upgrade. The food was truly delectable. The atmosphere is quite soothing. We even had a waiter who looked like Mick Jagger. Awesome service. I've eaten at a lot of coffee shops and for me this is the place to beat.",
"This is the place that brought my overall rating of the Peppermill hotel & casino down. It was my first time there and The wife and I decided to order to go. We had questions based on us not being familiar with the place and so we ordered...under duress I might add, it was Kate and we just wanted to grab a quick bite and call it a night...So, to ever get that feeling that your waitress is forcing all her courtesy and you are really getting under their skin because she is in a rush? Me either....anyway that is the exact feeling good ole Lindsey from Italy gave us.....the best part about the place was a manager that ran around the place picking up the slack for his sub par staff (who coincidentally looked like Mick Jagger) that's the guy that earned the star in this review....the only bright point in the whole process because the food pretty much matched the service...thanks but no thanks.",
"The service\nIt was OK. We did not have to wait very long. The server show a good amount of attentiveness and we got everything just alright. Nothing to complaint and nothing to complement. \n\nThe food\nWe order various kind of breakfast. Nothing tasted terrible. Nothing tasted outstanding. So, at this point, cannot really recommend anything. However, one thing that surprise us was the size of the HAM. My friend ordered ham and thought she was going to get like couple of slices. Instead it comes in a very huge size. In the end, we have to share it among 5 people. So, if you are looking for generous size of HAM you can order it :)\n\nThe atmosphere\nAgain, not for you who would love to have sunshine while eating your breakfast. It is inside the casino and you will not feel any feeling of having breakfast. \n\nThe location\ninside the casino"
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"Had a wonderful meal there tonight. They're still working out a few minor kinks, but they are minor. The food is wonderful, innovative and fantastic menu, good service, great ambience, good furnishings. I just enjoyed being in the room. It just felt great all over.\n\nI had the trout entre and Partner had the chicken. He complained that the chicken was a tad dry, but said that the fantastic flavorings made up for it. The trout with oysters was heavenly and buttery. Perhaps a wee bit cool, but we forgive the kitchen because they got a whole room full of orders all at one time, not randomly spaced out over time as would be the ordinary sitution. Who can possibly do 100+ meals all at the same time and keep them all hot? No one.\n\nThe wine we had was fantastic. From southern Spain. Perfect for the meal. Sorry, I cannot recall the name. Shame on me!\n\nWe are for sure going back as soon as they open to the general public. This is another restaurant that is going to become a serious hot spot for Downtown. Congratulations Janos and Tucson. You have a serious winner!!",
"First experience of a brand new restaurant which against all my personal theory of eating out..(will~ not all of it)...Thanks to Corey, if it wasn't him none of this will happen(in a good way)!! \n\nSince I am only been in Tucson for a year (almost) trying out new places and meeting new people are always fun experiences (as long as you're open minded!! me included) but learning how to put the past experiences to the corner are just as fun. \n\nNow, how do you compare pizza places that was operated by 3rd generation Italian (Windsor, Canada), 100+ year old pizza joint in New York city (American's first amof) to Tucson local restaurants oh better yet Costco pizza? Are you thinking now? Have you realized the similarity of the Pizzas from Vero Amore to Costco are the price? they all around $10 (ok Costco pizza are twice the size) but thats not the point...the point is there is something for everyone, Yeah, I dont like American Chinese food just like Italian passed the law that if you put pineapples on a pizza you can't call it a pizza...stick with the tradition or being innovated, who am I to judge? I guess they all know about baking pizza more than I do...\n\nOoops!! am I suppose write a review for restaurant? OK I am getting off my soap box now before one of you guys ready to kick me off....(or already did)\n\nSo here it is...I think before you guys go visit this place please go check out their blog http://www.janos.com/blog/ go behind the scenes. if you dont want to you can skip it as well. (like I can do anything about it anyway..).\n \nIts a great place if you're in for a dinning experiences (isn't that why we are here?) the spicy, minted lamb sausage pasta I got was little too salty and over powering, the minted flavor that was sold me at the first place I think they should of mixed them together little more or chef wanted the customer do it them self? if thats the case maybe the minted sauce should be on the side? \nCalamari (appetizer) was great..its not (typically) overly breaded instead of mixed with mango...and some other ingredients (peanuts or some ginger I guess) it was very good combination. Although I only tried a little but I'll definitely get it again next time....so I can have MORE!! Everyone had more than one south 6th cocktail...I guess that tell you something right there.....\n\nService? Great timing...that's all I can say!!",
"This was my first venture into a Janos restaurant.\n\nThe vibe was mellow. I'm a few decades younger than most of the people that were there that night and even though the place was full when I arrived, I was able to have a clear conversation with my date.\n\nThe interior wasn't as contemporary as I expected. There was some strategically placed teal and pink but no clear theme. There were monochromatic desert photographs on the wall, which bored me since all I had to do was drive a few blocks away to see the desert in color. The chairs were comfy though.\n\nMy server was a cool blonde with a bob cut. She was on point with filling our cups, even though our pitcher (which looked like the thing you left for the milkman to refill in the 50's) was on our table always full of water. No complaints with her.\n\nDRANKS!\n\nI think my drink was called a Cuban Sunset. It was a habanero-infused drink with passionfruit in a martini glass rimmed with salt, garnished with cilantro. It was potent and hot just enough to make you pace yourself and not chug down the tropical goodness. If you get a lot of salt in a sip, it tastes like a classy adult Mexican lollipop (adult because of the alcohol, wow that description could have gotten awkward).\n\nMy date's South 6th tasted very cucumbery and not much else.\n\nFOOD!\n\nThe ahi ceviche was a blend of bite-sized contrasts. There was the smooth bits of ahi, vegeprotein edamame, rich salty macadamia nuts and cool crunch apple/radishcombo. It was a light way to start the meal but I was ticked at the presentation. It was in a bowl. Just all that stuff in a bowl. Like a Korean rice bowl. I was just expecting something more elegant.\n\nMy spicy minted lamb sausage and pea paparadelle a la Mario Batali, with pecorino romano was my disappointment. The sauce was unctuous, the mint cut back the heaviness just right. But the pasta. It didn't taste homemade. It didn't have that tenderness of fresh pasta.\n\nMy date's orecchiette was simple and easy to eat. It had what tasted like sweet roasted pistachios and sun-dried tomatoes.\n\nDessert was a pineapple upside down cake creation. It was a sour cream pound cake with pineapple and coconut milk gelato. The gelato certainly didn't feel like gelato -- it had a starchy resistance on my tongue but luckily it wasn't dry. The cake was warm and soaked up the melted gelato. The single pineapple ring made it a little tricky to share.\n\n\nEverything was great except the presentation and pasta. I want to try their take on Vietnamese banh mi during a lunch visit.\n\níFIN!",
"Don't get me wrong: I'm VERY excited about Downtown Kitchen + Cocktails because I could really use some variety close to the Temple of Music and Art in downtown Tucson. I'm there for work so much, and it's really nice to have a great before/after theatre restaurant to eat, drink, and be merry. \n\nMy first experience at DKC was fine. Nothing out-of-this-world spectacular. Nothing horrific. Just fine. \n\nThe best thing was my drink. The host/manager (?) recommended their drink called \"South 6th.\" He said \"gin,\" and I said, \"oooh, I don't love gin,\" and he said, \"people who don't like gin love this,\" and I said, \"OK. Done.\" It was delicious. Hendricks Gin, cucumber, basil, Cardamon simple syrup, homemade ginger beer (PS, I think I love Cardamon and ginger beer, but that has nothing to do with anything). \n\nI quite enjoyed one of the salads our group shared. It had watermelon, roasted beets, basil, mint, goat cheese, orange, pepitas and a minted ginger vinaigrette. They had me at goat cheese. And beets. Goat cheese and beets, and I'm a happy girl. The watermelon was pretty good too, surprisingly!\n\nSome of my crew had their soup called The Game Changer, which is African yam, ginger, pineapple and peanut. I think the consensus was it was a bit too rich. \n\nI opted for pasta. I had the orecchiette with white wine, chevre (more goat cheese, surprise, surprise), dried tomatoes, and cilantro. It was good, but not great. I think I am spoiled by PastaBar. I know, I know. PastaBar is in Phoenix .... but still. \n\nI'm looking forward to returning to DKC and trying more of their menu ... I might just have to get the same drink though (seriously, delicious!).",
"I just want to say, first off, that I will go back and try it again. I am SO disappointed with the food and, worse, I am so sorry to be giving one of Janos' restaurants only 3 stars but that's the best \"grade\" I think it deserves.\nHaving followed Jano's blog about the difficulties of getting this place opened and having years of history dining at all of his restaurants, the first one being down at the museum of art property, I have been so looking forward to trying the very new Downtown. I note it has gotten mixed reviews on Yelp.\nLast evening I took a friend to dinner and note that the renovations are great!! The room looks lovely and I especially appreciate the addition of lots of fabric which affords good noise control. The front door (facing 6th) needs to be fixed as it swings all the way open and bangs on the wall if one is not careful (they know about it). The hostess was very accommodating and the\nroom was not full so we had some choices of tables. The first big glitch (and they are in the process of fixing this too) is that the menus are printed SO small that neither of us, without reading glasses, could really read them without a great struggle. It was really laborious and they don't (at least not yet) have some loaner \"readers\" available for us old/older folks. Janos, himself, joked about it with us when he came around to say hi to folks.\nI ordered a drink made with rum, earl gray infused, and a few other ingredients, not notable. No amuse bouche ( other reviewers have mentioned being served one) As an appetizer I ordered the caeser salad with (brined?) anchovies, the anchovies cost extra. The waitress reminded me that this was a \"grilled version\"-great! Well, the romaine was slightly wilted but had no char on it so it lacked flavor. (Vicky offered to make me another but I gratefully declined.) I have to confess to ignorance about the anchovies. The little fish bodies/ strips? that were on the salad in no way resembled any kind of anchovy I've ever eaten, silver on one side, white on the other. Someone needs to educate me OR what I got was not anchovies.\nCroutons on the side, garlicky, very hard.\nNext I ordered the duck leg-thigh and it was dry. The \"fried\" rice was way too \"wet\" to be fried rice, the garnishes were fine but the dish, for me, was a failure.\nMy friend ordered cochinita pibil. We both expected the pork shoulder to be very rich, very moist and very flavorful and it failed on all three accounts. She very much enjoyed the small beet salad.\nWe both enjoyed desserts, one pineapple upside down cake and one(my choice) chocolate jalapeno ice cream. I first had this delicious chocolate dessert combo at the original Janos and it was a revelation to me at that time). The portion of ice cream was really generous and I loved every bite.\nI love the dinnerware-it's beautiful stoneware, Really nice.\nSo, to sum up: ambiance a plus, service a plus, tableware a plus but the main ingredient, the food, a minus. Location and parking definite plusses.\nI do so hope to return and to be amazed by Janos' cuisine again.\nAnd, please, if you have information for me about the anchovies, I'd love to learn something new.",
"Everything we ordered was delicious: calamari, trout, short ribs. All of us ordered different wines by the glass, and were fine with them. Service was excellent, but since we were there during the World Series, the place was rather empty. Too full for dessert, but we'll return to try more dishes. Loved the chairs, banquettes, curtains, walls. They need to shade the kitchen lights some, though - too glarey.",
"My review is only based on the cocktails I had at the bar. \n\nThe bartender convinced us to have the South 6th. My friend and I each chose that to start. I am not a fan of Gin and but as a previous reviewer said, it was sooo good. I was very pleased. \n\nThe second round I had was the DOWNTOWN Negroni (Vodka category) and my friend had the Dolce Vita (Whiskey Category). Holy crap, mine was stiff. But then I realized that it was pretty much all alcohol. It was drinkable, but definitely let that be the drink you order if you want it to put you over the top of drunkenness. \n\nMy friends Dolce Vita was good. The amaretto and cream made it really smooth. \n\nI liked the interior and the different chairs. The bar chairs were a little close and kind of run into a pole in the middle, but other than that, it was great. \n\nThe only bummer was that they didn't have their Tucson Originals Rewards system set-up yet so I didnt get the credit! Bummer.\n\nHowever, I can't wait to go back and try the food.",
"I hesitate to give one of Janos' restaurants this low a rating, but we were really disappointed with our first visit. \n\nI understand the restaurant is new and still has some kinks to work out, and will definitely give it a try again in the next few months before making my final decision, but as of our first visit here are my thoughts:\n\nThe venue is really nice. Great location - downtown Tucson could really use someplace of this caliber to try to liven things up! \n\nThe service was... awful. One of the worst parts of our experience there. We were seated, then promptly ignored for almost 15 minutes. No one came by to give us water or offer a drink. When our waitress finally arrived to ask if we wanted a drink, we informed her we hadn't even been given a drink menu. She then disappeared for another 5 minutes and came back empty handed, saying there weren't enough drink menu's (???). I told her I enjoy Gin & Tonic's and she recommended their specialty drink which was something using Hendricks, cucumbers & basil...so I went with that. It was OK - too sweet for what I usually look for, but my husband really enjoyed it. \n\nWe finished our first drink and no one seemed to notice. The buss boy came buy & picked up our empty glass, but after that no one came by to ask if we wanted another drink! At all! We had to ask the girl who brought us our entree's to send our waitress over so we could order a second drink to have with our dinner. This was a good 15 minutes or so after we finished our first drink. Being a waitress 101 is that you NEVER let customers be drink-less...you can easily make half your money on one table in drinks if you're attentive to that! (especially at $9 a pop!). \n\nService aside, my entrée was delicious (Ahi dish), however my husband's left something to be desired (pasta & lamb sausage dish). The menu as a whole I think needs a little bit of work. While I really enjoyed my dinner, there wasn't a whole lot else on the menu that I really wanted to try. \n\nSo, overall the food was delicious, however the service was so poor it took a lot away from the experience. Hopefully this is something they'll work out in the next few weeks!",
"very disappointed in the lack of attentive service as others have said. I used to love the Barrio Grill at this spot primarily for a meal before or after events at ATC, TCC, or the Rialto. We tried the new Janos location before a show. I thought 1 1/2 hours would be sufficient time. \n\nUnfortunately we only had time to get a couple of drinks, and an appetizer before we needed to ask for the check. We were only able to accomplish this by waving down our server a couple of times. Now the drinks -a Cuban Sunset, and a Pablo Escobar were very good. The appetizer - mushroom garlic bread, was delicious. \n\nDespite our efforts to order quickly and informing our waitress about our commitment, we had to leave with our food in a box. I suspect it may have tasted fine right from the kitchen. I know from reading the Janos blog that they have been working really hard to make this a great place. It felt like the service was an afterthought since the reputation of the other restaurants is so good. \n\nI really hope that this place gets better. I am committed to supporting local businesses, and I am very enthusiastic about downtown renewal.",
"Sat at the bar for lunch. Bartender was a little strage but tried hard to be kind (hungover perhaps?) Being from San Francisco I know Asian cuisine quite well and so I opted relluctantly for the seard Ahi English muffin?#$!. It was humerous on paper and even more so on the plate. It was very basic and tasted like ahi and wasabi, very boring with not much thought to the dish. I have been told his flag ship restaurant in the foothills is worth the drive and will give it a shot perhaps as he is a James Beard award winning chef. The decor was ok if not a little funky but it is a fun atmosphere. I will be back to try again as I know they are a newer restaurant and may have some kinks to work out"
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"Used to be alot better - I think they changed owners.\nPortions have gotten smaller, and the food in general isn't that good anymore.\n\nAtmosphere is good, and the bar is good.",
"Some of the worst food I have ever eaten out. It wasn't disgusting, it was just not good. At all. We all agreed. Roast beef was like eating paper. Fish special was tasteless and dry. We didn't expect much, but we got less than we expected. I guess they stay in business because of the bar. \n\nService, however, was good. It counts for something.",
"Food is okay. Service okay. Not very clean and it smells like smoke even in nonsmoking section. Would not come back.",
"I've been in here a couple of times but only at the bar. In each case my drink has been fairly priced but the bartenders have been not even OK. They were different each time and acted bored and uninterested. \n\nI need some better reviews from my fellow yelpers to give me an incentive to return. Otherwise I'll just drive on by.",
"Oh Caseys.... I did go here for a private party. I've heard wonderful things about the owners, so in case they read this, please take this as areas for improvement.\n\nFirst off, the waitress who worked the party was a completely miserable person. That's the only nice way of putting it. She came in and threw our drinks down on the table and then ran out of the room and only came back it seemed when she really had to. She did NOT look marginally happy to be working this day.\n\nOne member of the party was coming late. We asked the waitress if we could order his meal when he got there and she said no because the kitchen would be closed then. What? Is this not a restaurant? This isn't Eric Ripert 10 Arts we're talking about. Does the restaurant close down at 2 in the afternoon?? Nevertheless, we did order his meal when he arrived, a little later, and it came out hot and he seemed pleased.\n\nAs for the cleanliness, some of the tables were sticky, and the windowsills were really dusty. There were also strands of hair on the windowsill with the dust. \n\nThe food was probably 3 stars, about average for what I was expecting, but the server did not make the experience very pleasant. I was actually afraid to ask her for ketchup. Fortunately I was with good people and good company which made up for the miserable server.",
"I'm giving this 3.5 stars and almost gave it 4 in fact. WOW people. 2 stars out of 5 reviews?? I mean what were you guys expecting here? Seems most of these low reviews are due to poor service which I am glad to say I did not experience. My waitress wasn't overly attention or nice, but she certainly got the job done in a timely matter. That's all I'm looking for in a place like this. \n\nCasey's is essentially a diner. It even has a nice little old school train car that you can eat in. That type of thing amuses me. Also, I would think it amuses younger kids too, as every other table had a child under 7 when I was there. Everyone was well behaved though. \n\nAnyways, food was solid. About as solid as you can expect from a diner type place with reasonable prices in this area. I had some shrimp gumbo, the soup du jour. It was so-so. Definitely lacked kick and was a little light on the okra. Lady friend got a tuna melt. Was solid, not amazing, but solid. I don't know if I'd \"recommend\" per se, but it probably won't disappoint either. I got a nice little turkey grill sandwich or something. Turkey was flavorful and hand carved. Also came with bacon, roasted red peppers, and provolone, all on sourdough. I liked it. So yeah, nothing mind blowing going on here, but I was pleased with the cost and quality.",
"Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name...... Been here a tone of times since I turned 21 a while back and I usually run into someone I know. Even met my wife here. Don't go all that often anymore but I like the renovations they did and that recently the bar became nonsmoking.\n\nIt's a good place to go and have a drink with friends, watch the game. Beer is always cold and the drinks are reasonably priced. The food however is just alright, stick with the bar food appetizers, wings, burgers, sandwiches, that kind of stuff. \n\nI will give this place 4 stars just b/c it's a good place to go hangout and I've never have had a bad time here.",
"Some of my favorite dishes at Casey's include the cheddar cheese burger, Caesar salad, and tortellini. I also enjoy the Sunset Wheat beer that they have on tap. I like this place even more now that it doesn't have that stale smoke smell. Because of its delicious food and quality service, I will continue to patron Casey's.",
"The service is pretty good and the beer selection isn't bad either. They've got a great indoor section, and two outdoor seating arrangements which are comfortable and pretty large.\nThat said, the clientele is of mixed quality, and you can usually count on a fight or two per night on the weekends (which explains why there's usually a cop car posted in the parking lot after about 9pm)... makes for some good entertainment if that's your kind of thing.",
"Inconsistent service and mediocre food. What makes this place even more strange are the regulars that sit at the bar facing the door (usually about three of them). They are not the most welcoming group...in fact when the bartenders get off they typically sit with them and start adding to the comments of every guest. If you want good service and don't like to see everyone put down I would find somewhere else."
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"I went to Jessop's in December 2004 when the BF and I decided to drive up the Jersey coast on our way to Brooklyn, NY. I still think about this restaurant because, not only was the food freaking fabulous, but the experience was absolutely wonderful. Even after all that time, it still remains one of my best food memories. As we were cutting over from Philly, we thought it time for a light snack. We decided to head out to New Castle because we liked the name, then went about finding a place to eat. Luckily, we stumbled upon Jessop's. We ordered a beer apiece, the Red, White and Blue (London Broil with mushrooms and Stilton on toasted sourdough), and sweet potato fries to share. The food was so simple, but so good; they split the plate at no charge and gave us spectacular service despite the fact that we were a.) visiting them at an odd time (3:30 PM), and b.) sharing just a small amount of food. The restaurant itself was warm, cozy and flat-out fabulous. Charming is the word that comes to mind when I reminisce. I felt as if I'd come to a person's house, not to a restaurant, which as everybody knows, is a wonderful feeling. In fact, I wanted to spend the rest of the afternoon and evening there, just so that I could eat more food (and drink more beer) as soon as I got hungry again. If you are anywhere near New Castle, DE, visit this place. It is simply superb!",
"In the middle of the week (read not many tourists), we took the Mom-in-law on a little tourist excursion to Old Town New Castle. Walking the cobbled streets of DE.'s oldest surviving town in the DE. Valley (we are talking 1651), makes one a bit thirsty and in need of a bite to eat. Jessop's Tavern seemed to fit the bill. I am telling you, you no longer have to wander around wondering where would be a good place to drink and eat. This is a piece of history with good food and great drinks; a real colonial dining experience. The interior is dark and small, with antiques and pewter plate service. The husband had fish and chips and claimed they deserved their #1 rating and the M-i-L and I had the daily colonial chowder with crab and corn, it was wonderful and you could almost imagine it being cooked in a cast iron crock over a fire. We finished with Martha's daily Colonial cobbler which was peachy keen. And most of all the cocktails, this is a pub so you would hope the bartender knows what he is doing, after all this place has been open for ~360 years. And yes he does know what he is doing...the husband and I had their drawn pints and the M-i-L a cosmo which made her giggle. This was a perfect dining experience.",
"My Boss took me to Jessop's my first day on the Job in 2006 and what a great experience. They have an authenticity that you can't fake. The menu is quintessentially colonial American and dogfish head is on tap (see www.dogfish.com). I am from this area and it's cool to know there is such a cool place right around the corner that I never knew about. Jessop's Tavern is truly a hidden treasure. Oh and by the way the landing place of William Penn in the \"New World\" is within eye shot of the front door of the Restaurant.",
"This has been one of the highlights of our eating visit to Wilmington\nfood was very good the duck is great the wait staff is a little ditzy but the food and prices are excellent.",
"Very Nice!\n\nIt was obvious that most of the people there were regulars...and with good reason.\n\nThe location is perfect...just 2 blocks from the river in Historic New Castle. Old brick buildings, uneven brick sidewalks, narrow streets...a beautiful area. The interior is lovely: darkly lit, with old brick walls, wooden floors and a fireplace. Tables are candle lit.\nThe food is not fancy or overdone. Traditional items like pot pie, shepherd's pie, and simply prepared meats are served with a selection of potatoes and daily veggies. I had a chicken dish, my husband had duck. Both were perfectly prepared and delicious.\nFor dinner entree with appetizer and drinks expect to spend over $30 per person. They do have a selection of smaller dishes (sandwiches, etc.) at lower prices.\n\nOh, and they have Dogfish Head on tap...so if you're not up for a meal, just stop by for a beer.",
"Quaint little tavern with a flare for mild authenticity. Meals are served on heavy pewter plated and each table, tough old and a bit sticky has a single candlestick complete with dripped hardened wax adding tot he colonial feel.\n\nGrilled skirt stead with a light gravy was good but a but a bit tough and not the most appropriate cut of meat to have served. Then again, maybe that was supposed to be part of the appeal. Baked potatoes are just that. If you asked for a \"loaded\" potato, you get a funny look but they'll try to accommodate you if possible.\n\nIf you're looking for formal dining and/or formal/professional service, this isn't your place. If you'd like to dine in an authentic-style tavern in the most quaint, unique and historically preserved village in Delaware, this is your place.",
"Just don't order the crab cake. It wouldn't matter if William Penn himself walked into Jessop's Tavern, you'd still be left with a bill of 15 dollars for a fishy, uninspiring mash of anything-but-lump crab meat. A decent tuna salad on Wonder bread would have beat this lunch entree hands down. The grilled veggie sandwich is step up, but not so great that I'd go back. On the plus side the coleslaw rocks, and wait staff don't look embarrassed wearing their colonial tricorn hats and mop caps. The Early American decor is nice, but the food is a disappointment.",
"DON'T GO if you are not LOCAL!\nValentines Day 2010\nI wanted to take my wife somewhere unusual for our afternoon out.\nWe decided on Jessop's Tavern because she loves to go to Williamsburg VA.\nWe had made reservations and arrived on time.\nWe entered the restaurant; it was very cool, just like we stepped back in time. Wait staff in period dress and an original look.\nThere were just a few tables seated but mostly empty. We asked to be seated near the fire and where told no those seats were for people with reservations! Well we had reservations, No they were for locals. Then we were seated in the back.\nThis just set the tone. Every thing was a problem. Finally we understood we where not welcome there and left before even being able to order.\nThey ruined my wife's day and boy did I hear about it.\nI emailed the owner from their website with no response. This must be OK with him.\nI will not be BACK!",
"The location is terrific. And that is about all that is nice about Jessop's Tavern. We found the wait staff to be sluggish and unhelpful. The food was overpriced. And not only was it overpriced, the food was horrible. We had ordered the fish and chips and a chicken sandwich for lunch. The fish batter was soggy and the chips were way too dry - and this for close to $17! The chicken in the sandwich was also very dry - seemed like it was left over from a few nights back. Our whole experience there was so negative that it prompted me to create an account so that I could write a review and tell the whole world that they should avoid this place...",
"Jessop's Tavern serves mostly traditional American fare on pewter dishes in a cozy setting a short walk from the water. The dining room has a colonial American look, and staff are dressed in period costume.\n\nI found the food tasty but not outstanding. The New England clam chowder for instance, was chunky and filling, but needed more clams and less potatoes. Service, too, was a little unhurried. Overall, I like the place: Neither the food, nor the service, nor the price were \"bad\", but taken together they keep this place at 4 stars."
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"Mesquito Grille is a pub and restaurant located where three streets intersect.\n\nThere's two bars and seating on the first floor. Dining areas are available on the second floor and there's an outside balcony too.\n\nThey offer a variety of wing styles (honey, barbeque, buffalo) and levels of piquantness (mild, hot, very hot, suicide). The chicken is tender and of high-quality. The suicide wings are NOT to be trifled with! I was in tears after a few bites (and I can handle my hot food!) - it's very difficult to eat but worth the experience since they're also tasty. Get a small order of suicide wings to sample.\n\nThis place has the spiciest, tastiest buffalo wings in the entire state. Period. Go there now just for the wings. Anyone can make wings hot (just soak 'em in wasabi for two hours...) but to make them both spicy and palatable? That's a feat.\n\nThey offer a few pasta dishes (can't go wrong with a penne with a light sauce and capers), the odd soup, a nice assortment of \"standard\" appetizers, and an excellent gumbo. Their nachos are excellent. New Orleans gumbo is tangy, didn't really taste this much. Ribs are excellent, meat comes right off the bone!\n\nBesides the so-so service (it's generally good once you get their attention), there is no reason not to go. Highly recommended.",
"Beers are tasty... but they're tasty anywhere... Their wings used to be... let me say that again... used to be good. Their salads and tex mex dishes are tasty. The only time it's worth not taking out is if you're on the balcony or in the 3 boothed 'English' style pub where they always have a soccer or rugby match on. The service is adequate, nothing to rave about.",
"Mesquito Grille is my favorite place in Doylestown but I can only give it 4 stars because of the inconsistent service. While the food has always been great the service can be sketchy at times.\n\nTheir wings are definitely the best in the area (dare I say state?) but they usually have really good specials and their entrees never disappoint. I've never had anything on the menu that I didn't like. Beer lovers will appreciate their large selection on its own multipage menu.\n\nIf the weather is nice when you visit try to get a seat on the second floor balcony. If not, any other room is great except the bar in the front of the building which gets crowded and noisy during big games.\n\nIf you live anywhere even remotely close to Doylestown you've got to get out here to try the wings!",
"A fairly good menu all the way around, but what you really want to do at this place is eat great wings and drink great beer. They have a small bar area off the main entrance with three or four booths and a half-dozen bar seats....this is a great place to eat and watch a ballgame if you don't feel like dealing with the crowd and noise of the main bar area.",
"Mesquito Grill deserves 3 stars as a restaurant and 4 as a pub, the inherent problem being that they are trying to be both. This is an awesome place to watch soccer, hockey, football etc., eat some of the best wings on earth and drink from a large beer menu. My wish and suggestion to Mesquito Grill is that they not only accept the fact that the establishment should fully be an awesome bar but EMBRACE it. ( I am sorry to say Pasta dishes and most other non-pub food falls short of average; while burgers, wings and fries are dangerously good)",
"I've been to the Mesquito half a dozen times and always enjoyed the place. The service can be hit or miss, but the wings are amazing and you really can't beat their beer selection, both on draft and bottled. \n\nThe atmosphere is nice although it can get pretty loud inside. There are two bars downstairs that are usually rather busy and a dining area upstairs that is a little tight. I'm definitely a fan and would recommend trying the wings along with some rare brews, great place!",
"This place got the trifecta - poor service, poor food, and long waits. Not enough wait staff the night we were there - and the staff was young and inexperienced. The bartender for instance was waiting on three tables himself while attempting to tend to a very busy bar. The food was bad even considering this is really a tavern. Gumbo with beef in it and no seafood? Also if you're a vegetarian - forget it - they have one vegetarian friendly offering. \n\nThe one thing that saves this place is their beer selection. About the best beer selection you can find. My recommendation - go to pick up beer, but do dinner elsewhere.",
"Loud, with a great beer selection and reasonable pub food. That's the thumbnail review.\n\nThe first thing I noticed was the musical assault when we walked in on First Friday, and headed toward the bar area. Next was the case with bottled beer, with a variety of Belgian brews I was definitely not expecting in a place like this. OK, that will guarantee at least three stars. The bar is kind of cramped, based on the way the building is shaped to fit in the corner of that intersection, and it was pretty tough to have a conversation, even with not many people present. But the food was ok, and I liked sitting up against the windows and watching attractive swatches of humanity walk by in my favorite town.",
"The Mesquito Grill has - hands down - the best wings and variety of wings to be had anywhere. The only thing more varied would be their beer selection, they have imports there on tap and in bottles that you wont find many other places. The balance of the food is all good, for as many times as I have eaten there I have never been disappointed. \n\nOK, here's the rub. Its really loud - except at lunch - and sometimes I am convinced that there must be a black hole in existence on the premises because I have had servers simply disappear....some nights I have actually ordered two beers at a time knowing they would never make it back before I was done with one (and I'm a slow drinker). \n\nThe place to avoid if you want to keep your hearing intact is the main bar (on the left as you enter). On a warm day or evening its always fun being on the second floor balcony. Your best shot of getting a seat there in the warm weather months is to get there early (430 on the weeknight). It s a treat being out there and from my experience it tends to draw the most interesting characters; I always seem to do a lot of laughing on the balcony. \n\nIf you cant get a seat order the wings to go and grab a few bottles of your favorite Belgian import; it will be as good and most likely quieter!",
"My bf is a carnivore and I'm a veggie, so it's an added bonus when he can get his meat fix and I can have a good meal. We've never had any problems with food or service here. It's the local place we take visitors to because it's a sure bet. The food is VERY well priced too. My boyfriend gets the ribs and chicken combo and I have the veggie wrap. The pulled pork is always well reviewed as well as the wings. For a place that focuses on meat, they have one good veggie wrap! The fries in wrap or tastey too.\n\nOn football or game nights, order in advance or after the rush."
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"Not your average pub: excellent local craft beer on tap- you can try samplers, small glasses, or tall glasses. The food is incredible and unique: fine, flavorful food at a great value in a casual atmosphere.",
"The food is truly Devine. We've been there four times and haven't had anything that wasn't amazing. The beer selection is the best in Indy as far as local, quality, brews!",
"We've been to Black Swan twice now and love it. We went last weekend for the Apha Klaus tapping which was also their grand opening party and had a great time. You have to truly appreciate a place that serves local food and local beer and local wine. The bar and restaurant atmosphere are quaint and cozy. We've hung out in the small bar area both times but I think the restaurant area would be comfortable and relaxing, too. Their menu is really interesting and the fact that they had made some updates and changes the 2nd time we went keeps it exciting. Their frites with different \"toss\" and dip options are wonderful. Suggestion: Don't miss the bacon aioli. We've eaten sandwiches on both occasions and they've been wonderful. The ham on pretzel roll with arugula, fontina and dijon honey aioli makes me sigh just thinking about it. We want to try their entrees on our next visit - the braised lamb shank or the grilled trout sound delicious. And, we are really looking forward to sampling one of their own beers when they get the brewery up and running! This is definitely a place that we will be returning to often. Oh, they're closed on Mondays.",
"I would normally save a 5 star for after a couple of visits, but I was in town for the holiday, and checked out the Black Swan after a search for restaurants near the parent's house. Having grown up in the area, I was expecting the standard tenderloin and burger fare; suffice it to say I was pleasantly surprised to find bison burgers and pretzel rolls on the menu.\n\nAnd the FRIES WERE AWESOME!! I find unnecessary pretense in calling them \"frites\" on a menu featuring American fare, but that didn't make them taste any less the potato side of divinity. The options for toss and dip were unique, in my experience, and made for a flavor twist that I absolutely wasn't expecting. I could have eaten them alone and still left satisfied, though the bratwurst was definitely the star of the show.\n\nI look forward to visiting again, when hopefullly the dining area will be a little less austere; sitting at a metal table while I stared at comfy (full) bar booths was kind of a tease. Also, I understand that the brewmeister for the soon-to-be-brewing house label is one of the former masters of the Lafayette Brewing Company, which will help motivate me to make that next visit happen sooner than Christmas 2011.",
"Wow. Don't eat at cracker barrel or any of the other depressing places off I-70. Eat at black swan. Two words: truffle frites. Delicious sandwiches-- both the portobello and the Italian beef were wonderful. The service was great-- we have a baby and had to take turns eating; they warmed my husbands sandwich for him and got him new fries. Seriously, this is a local alternative to the chains nearby that could hold it's own in a major city.",
"Was in Indy for a training. Went because of previous reviews and we weren't disappointed. Excellent unique brews, appetizers (try the baked brie) and a very good Bison burger. The chef was Nick who,along with Summer, the bar tender, were extremely informative and just fun people. Finished the night with an AWESOME dessert- \" a mere trifle\". Went back 2 nights later and had similar good experience. Prices weren't bad and atmosphere was good. Go there if you are nearby.",
"This place has renewed my faith in suburban, America.\n\nHopslam on tap (along with other excellent Midwestern brews), and some really tasty food. One of the best bison burgers I've ever had. And the fries? Ric Flair said it best: WOOOO!!!\n\nYou probably pulled off I-70 and weren't expecting this shit!",
"DO NOT waste your money on this food!!!! I've never actually had the experience of throwing up in my mouth a little bit..but I did tonight at Black Swan..we had two apps..the buffalo shrimp, and the frites. The trout and the chicken schnitzel..the shrimp should have been an indication that this meal was not going to go well..save your money and just drink the beer. AWFUL food!!!! I want my 75 bucks back.",
"My wife and I recently ate here. The fries as others have said are good, I don't know that I would say they are the best ever and we did have one that was frigid cold that came in our cup. The decor is probably a little below my expectations. They do have a great beer and wine selection and I love that they serve local brews. I had the bison burger and thought it was good. My wife would definitely liked to see a lager menu selection.",
"Black Swan Brewpub - just the name would scare a lot of non-drinking people? But Pubs in England are local restaurants with a bar area. So is this. The bar is a totally separated area. I took my mother to surprise her with German-style Chicken Schnitzel, Spaetzle, red cabbage. mushroom sauce. Based on this one visit, we will never return. Lunch hour, few customers, 30 minutes to get food. Waitress was very chubby in a skintight LOW CUT black t-shirt. And blah personality, no effort. \n\nI was so disappointed at the presentation of the food. For $15.95 I expected a full plate. Spaetzle was almost a tablespoonful. In Europe, 1/3 plate is spaetle. Red cabbage was good. Mushroom sauce was barely warm and added as a small side garnish of the chicken. \n\nThe chicken was schnitzel-cut but just lightly breaded and pan-fried. No resemblance to anything German or Austrian. Most of the crumbling breading was missing. Turned over the chicken and also saw scant breading along with BURNT breading. Aha, burnt breading had been scraped off so chicken could be served! \n\nI could not get eye of waitress. So, I raised my arm. For over 5 minutes she walked all over except to us.\n\nI assured her I knew it was not her fault, but I felt misled by the ads and menu online. Advertising of bratwurst (even all kinds of beer), spaetzle, red cabbage, etc. led me to believe it would be authentic. But the chicken was NOT German-style, was burnt and served with measly portion of spaetzle. I said we felt the price was a ripoff.\n\nShe took our plates (I'd eaten the cabbage and spaetzle and two bites of chicken). She came back with the check for our cokes. Good bye.\n\nI think there may be three or four enticing items on menu. But now I am afraid. And the prices are high for the setting in our town.\n\nA friend who also lived in Austria (I lived there 13+ yrs) went and said my review covers it. They'll never return.\n."
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"I guess I will go back here...it wasn't amazing, but I think I was there and had an anomalous experience. I thought the crab dip was fine, I'd rather have soft bread with it, but that is no big deal. \n\nThe problem came in that...my server, who was a nice kid, ordered the wrong dish. Which, as a server, I know that sort of thing happens, so I wasn't overly upset. The food took a while to come back out, which I don't mind either because that meant they cooked it right...which isn't so good, because the dish lacked any sort of...i dunno...flavor. \n\nI had the pork chops, and pork is my favorite carnivorous treat. The chops didn't have anything going for them and the presentation reminded me of my dinner at the hotel we had our prom at...boring. Too man rubbery green beans, and mashed potatoes that looked like they came from an ice cream scoop. \n\nThe misses had her standard burger and it was ok, gave it the usual, \"meh, it's ok.\"\n\nThe atmosphere is great, though the dinner crowed skews older. The bar is cool, and the lack luster wine list, is display in an awesomely spectacular cabinet. \n\nSo, yeah I'll go back, if for nothing else to try other things. And, they have Peroni on tap.",
"Overall, an okay experience. Wish I could give a half star on this one. Not a fan... yet.\n\nThe hostess seemed a bit annoyed that our group of 10 showed up for lunch on Sunday. I realize it's a large group, but it's still MONEY, so you'd think that she would have been a little more accomodating.\n\nHowever, the waitress was really nice. She was very attentive and got everything right.\n\nAs far as the food, I'm trying to eat well so I ordered the veggie wrap. It was decent. A little too much red onion and the dressing and hummous weren't very flavorful. The side of fruit was pretty tasty though. Good fruit in January must be expensive!\n\nHowever, the burgers that everyone else ordered looked AMAZING. After my wedding in a few weeks, I'll be back to mow one of those things down. The blue cheese burger looked especially good.",
"I have been to Binkley's many times. We meet a lot of our friends who live on the north side of Indy here. We had excellent service last night. My water was filled consistently. The crab dip had just the right amount of spice. I had the supreme pizza and it was very tasty. My one and only complaint is the lack of a breeze way in front of the restaurant. I suggest sitting far away from that door.",
"This is one of our favorite restaurants. They have a wide selection of food. They also have a full bar. I triple love their breaded pork tenderloin sandwich. Best I have had in a restaurant. My partner likes the blue cheese hamburger. The prices are reasonable. You get a lot of food. The wait staff and Management go out of their way to make sure you have a great experience. \nWarning: you may want to smack yourself for not going before now. ;-)",
"Blah. \n\n\nBruschetta SUCKED. Soup was good, black bean. Main entree had too many proteins and didn't have a pleasing texture or flavor, other than that it was quite good. Service sucks in every way. There are much better places in Indy. It would be 1 star if there wasn't the soup.\n\n\nFOOD: C\nSERVICE: D\nATMOSPHERE: B\n\nOVERALL: C",
"They have real good coffee and real good pizza. Service is always great when we go.",
"Best onion rings EVER. Great crunchy batter... delicious. Crab cakes were decent too. Much nicer inside than I imagined!",
"I've been looking forward to trying Binkleys ever since moving to Broad Ripple. My friend and I had dinner here on Saturday night. Since we only had popcorn for lunch, we were quite hungry and went to an early dinner...so early, we were the only patrons there initially. I ordered the blackened white fish sandwich and my friend ordered the fish and chips. I'm not a beer drinker, but my friend enjoyed one of their brews.",
"I came here again last night with a friend hoping to up the star level...not to be. I ordered the fish and chips and the portion size was shockingly small...for the price. Just two small pieces of fish, a tiny handful of fries and the sides that were offered were almost all different types of potatoes...WTF?! I ended up ordering the onion rings as my side item. I had expected the usual serving size so that I could take half back for lunch today. However, the onion rings WERE very good...probably the best part.\n\nThe wine we had was decent, my friend had the House Chardonnay and I had a Malbec. Since it was such a nice evening, we sat out on the patio. The plus side is that it wasn't stuffy...the minus side is that our waitress tended to ignore us...and the place wasn't really all that crowded inside until a pub crawl bus showed up, but they only stuck around for about 30 minutes, so that really wasn't an excuse.\n\nMy hiking club likes to come here after our Monday evening hikes, but I think they should find a new haunt.",
"\"u should be mad if someone interferes with a dedicated and passionate dietary regimen that u have so diligently been adhering to, only to be absurdly disrupted b/c of someone else's ignorance.\"\n\nThis was my reply when a friend i had dinner with last night sent me a text that wrote, \"Thanks for coming out. Sorry I got a little 'sour'. Was a little upset about the eggs!\"\n\nMy friend is vegan. We make it a point to go out to eat with one another frequently. It is always a challenge when understanding what she can and cannot eat at each particular restaurant. At Binkleys last night she asked the server if the hummus and bread was vegan friendly. My friend had been in this restaurant before and the server on the prior occasion mentioned the hummus was vegan friendly! My friend ordered the hummus appetizer both occasions, this time and last time, she ate the food as well thinking it was vegan friendly per the information from the first server. The server this time suggested consult from the chef in order to be thorough in her analysis and conclude on a correct answer. The server that made it a point to consult the chef comes running out of the kitchen with a panicked demeanor and a strong inclination to mention that the chef has looked at the bag of hummus bread and acknowledged there are eggs in the ingredient list. My friend was sickened with not only the thought of something foreign to her for the last year entering her body, but the sheer deceit and untrustworthiness that she felt in regard to the servers as well as the entire restaurant. \n\nAll in all, the atmosphere and decor is really well organized. The food was nothing short of OK. The relatively high price point and elegant decor denotes a certain higher level dinning experience. My suggestion, get rid of the tacking Denny's style wicker bread baskets and the atrocious plastic and HP all-in-one home printer paper specials table display! Bonefish grill makes a good specials display present on the bar tables, i recommend Binkley's to check into where they got those. Needless to say our Bi-weekly restaurant outings will never again include Binkley's. Although, i would go back with someone that didn't care about quality of food and service, and only valued the visual esthetics of the place."
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"A typical brewpub by the looks of it, worth the time and energy. Lots of TV's and floor space make it an optimal choice when there's a big game on.",
"Every time I go up to Santa Barbara to go walking on State Street (and no, not as in \"street-walking\" lol...more like shop-perusing!)...I make a stop at the Santa Barbara Brewing Company.\n\nDuring the fall especially, since there seems to be so many more sporting events on TV...this place rocks. Plenty of BIG screens and TV's showing a vast array of stuff for your viewing pleasure.\n\nThey bre their own beer on site...the Blonde, Hef, IPA, Red and Stout are their poular ones...and you can get a little sampler of 8 if you can't make up your mind!!\n\nDEFINITELY order yourself a side of their garlic and rosemary fries with the side of ranch...you and your tummy will thank me later. (Your loved ones however, might not!)",
"The Brewing Company, like many brewing companies: has beer. A lot of the time that will give it 4 stars off the bat. The beer, food, atmosphere and service combined definitely solidified those 4 stars.\n\nI loved the fries here, which was only solidified by a good meal later. They had plenty of beer on tap (I believe I had a blonde), good service, and great location. The atmosphere was good, but not great: I tended to have to shout to be heard (I'm not a shouting person, so this isn't a good thing): there was virtually no music, and I ended up feeling a little agoraphobic by the end of the evening.\n\nI would still recommend you go here: bring a large group and laugh it up! And though the waitresses are blonde, \"I'll have a blonde\" does not mean you get to take them home!",
"Probably the problem is that I went here for brunch somewhat against my will. The food was pricey and lame, the atmosphere was chaotic, and the service was slow. As a bar I'm sure it's delightful...but a place that calls itself a brewing company should have some hefeweisen available!! BUT the dinner salad is $3 and their balsamic vinaigrette is really good.",
"Brew Co is cool, Brew Co Lounge is even cooler. Back in the day, Brew Co didn't have a full bar. But now they do, and it's THAT much better! I was there this past weekend and was hungover as shit both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday I drank beers and had a turkey jack to nurse myself back to normal. Sunday I had a bloody mary and a bacon cheeseburger to again nurse myself back to normal. Bottom line: if you need to nurse yourself back to normal, this is the place. They have the perfect hangover cocktail and grub.",
"Kid friendly; but still waiting for the plasma TVs. Cool interior as we came in from the sunny streets. The burgers including the firey turkey with jalapenos were great. Did not check out the full bar & pool tables in the back. Service was quick and attentive. Whet beer was a little weak but the IPA was great.",
"I'm not so sure about rosemary in my french fries. And the couple next to me tried to order a Miller Light. But the beer was a successful distraction, which is much to its credit. \n\nI don't think I'll be around here on weekends, though. There's just too much room in this brass-and-wood pub to entice a dense crowd of raucous undergrads, or worse, tourists.",
"It was really tough rating this one because I absolutely hated the food, but loved the beer. Out of the four of us at our table, three of us ordered food. Now, we are not the type to indiscriminately send back food, but we had to send back a dish (some pasta with chicken disaster) because it was completely inedible. The dish they replaced it with wasn't much better and our other two meals we practically had to force down.\n\nOn the other hand, the beer was delicious! We drank only Santa Barbara Brewing Company beer and loved just about every different type we tried. The double IPA was extremely hoppy and tasty. The atmosphere and service were fine; nothing to write home about.\n\nIn summation, drink the beer but don't even think about ordering something to eat!",
"I wasn't too impressed with this place. The beer was alright, but the food wasn't very remarkable. I mean, for typical bar food, I'd expect a little more. The setting was nice, not too crowded and our server was very friendly, albeit a bit ditzy, but it's SB...",
"Denny's food, decent beer, over crowded with abysmal table service. If you must eat the food from there you're better off going up the road to O'Malley's and sitting in the back patio area and calling over to the Santa Barbara Brewing Company for takeout."
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"Just tried Bixby's for the first time and while I was definitely impressed by the food, overall the restaurant still has a few kinks to work out. I know they've been open only a short time and it's kind of apparent. We were greeted at the hostess booth by a girl of about 11, who was the manager's daughter. I told her we had reservations and she ran off to get someone else who knew how to pull them up on the computer. Next a man in a suit came over (the maitre d?) and asked how many and then left again to find a table. After standing there for a few minutes we were finally seated. The maitre d pulled out our chairs and placed our napkins in our laps. Classy.\n\nIt was probably close to 10 minutes before our waitress came over. She stopped by our table and asked if we'd been helped yet and when we said no she said she'd take care of us then. We placed our order and our food came out in less time than it took our waitress to first stop by our table.\n\nThe food was very, very good. I had asparagus soup and a chicken breast and ham sandwich on ciabatta. It came with a variety of chips make from sweet potatoes, bananas (or plantains), and something else I couldn't place. My mom had the chuck burger on an english muffin that came with fingerling potatoes. She loved that, too.\n\nOverall the menu was fairly small, though they're only open for lunch so I guess it was appropriate. They have about six appetizers to choose from, the same amount of salads, a soup of the day, and maybe sevenish entrees including seafood, pasta, and sandwiches.\n\nI loved the decor of the place. It was decorated very nicely and is located on the top level of the museum with large windows looking out over the park. It seemed to cater to the older crowd mostly, like over 60, but I'd go back. Too bad they're only open until 2.",
"What a great brunch! (Be warned that it is not a very big arrangement of food but the quality makes up for less variety.)\nThis brunch comes with made to order items available on the Ala carte menu that is included in the price. \n$21.75 is an amazing price for such quality, I would gladly pay more.\nFrom the mimosa, the coffee, the pasta, to the lovely bread pudding with caramel sauce.. it was all very good.\nEverything was well attended and neat.\nThe service was fantastic.\nThe view was beautiful and relaxing.\nTo add to the atmosphere there were sounds from the string quartet playing downstairs that drifted up to the restaurant.\nWe are absolutely coming back.",
"I went back to Bixby's this weekend for their Sweethearts three-course pre fixe menu. It's the first time I've been back since my initial review, which was just after they opened. Unfortunately, a lot of the \"kinks\" that I had attributed to them being new are still there.\n\nThe 3-course tasting menu cost $15. \"Tasting\" is the operative word there because the portions were definitely small. But it was lunch, so that's ok. I started with the rustic flatbread, which was awesome. It was absolutely perfectly baked. The eggplant & zucchini napoleon was good, but a little too vegetarian for me. I was trying to branch out, but I needed a little something else with that dish. However, it too was cooked perfectly and had a very good taste. I finished with a waffle with apple compote and ice cream. It was ok, but probably my least favorite part of the meal. I did get to sit next to the wall of windows this time and the view is terrific.\n\nOn to the negatives. Service still sucks. We were seated right away, even though we were a little early for our reservation, but our waiter was just not good. He failed to bring us bread until I had to ask for it, after we had received our first course. My tea glass went empty a couple times and by the time I asked for a second refill all the ice had melted, but he still just filled it up with more tea and no ice (HUGE pet peeve of mine). I'm not sure if they don't have enough wait staff or if the servers they do have just aren't very good. It wasn't packed so I doubt he was overly busy.\n\nBixby's food is amazingly good and you can't beat the view of the park, so I still recommend it if you're in the area for lunch. But they seriously need to work on their service.",
"I went to Bixby's for the first time yesterday and was thoroughly impressed with the quality of both the service and the food. Our waiter was very attentive and made great suggestions. I had the shrimp BLT and it was phenomenal! I would go back in a heartbeat.",
"Wow. I'm impressed. I met a couple girlfriends here today for lunch and we had a fantastic time. The first thing I noticed was the cool air and the view. Today was the hottest day of the year thus far, and it was like lunching in the park without all the stickiness and bugs. The service was very attentive, although the wait for a bloody mary was a little long. At $9 a pop, they are almost the most expensive thing we ordered, but ohhhh, they were good. Real horseradish, a celery stick, and 3 olives on a spear made them perfect. \n\nThe lunch menu is not very big, but it packs a lot of variety, and there should be something for everyone. Instead of bread, they serve a beautifully plated flatbread. Our appetizer was a fresh goat cheese and olive platter. I was told by one friend that her Amish chicken lunch was the best chicken she had ever eaten. It was plated nicely with roasted tomatillos, avocados, and balsamic onion. The other friend ordered a shrimp BLT that came with fresh fruit and house made sweet pickles. The soup of the day was vichyssoise (cold potato soup) and was delicious, but went above and beyond the normal soup course by putting a little salmon and dill cream cheese finger sandwich on the side. It was this little attention to detail on everything that we ordered that will keep us coming back.",
"The champagne brunch was as good or better than the lunch we had here. Benedict in 2 flavors, tiny butter pecan waffles, and decadent bread pudding are just a couple of things on the made-to-order menu. Then you have 3 tables of other goodies to choose from. One table was full of fruit and cheese and in-house smoked salmon. One table had beef tenderloin and Dijon chicken types of things. And one table full of pastries and dessert. Service was very attentive once again. My one teeny complaint would be getting charged for coffee, but that can be overlooked considering the low $22 brunch price.",
"A friend and I went to Bixby's for lunch with a groupon offer. We were seated next to the windows so we were able to enjoy the fall foliage. The food was superb. I had the scallops with squash puree. My friend had the crab cakes with a sweet potato \"salsa\" and a chicken sandwich. Both were excellent. The only reason we gave this restaurant a 4 star rating is because the service was not very good. My ice tea was never refilled. After I drank my ice tea, I drank the ice water. Neither of the empty glasses were ever acknowleged. No one ever came to take our credit card payment, either. Would I go again? Yes! If I have less than good service the next time, I will be more verbal. But, the lasting impression should be that the food is wonderful.",
"4 stars food +1 star for view/atmosphere.\n\nIf you've read any of my other reviews you know that I love me some breakfast food. Since, I live pretty close to the history museum it didn't take me too long to figure out that I should check it out. The ever beautiful wife and I took a walk there one Sunday morning. It was a lovely day. We made reservations on opentable so we were able to get a table next to the glass. The restaurant itself is on the second floor on the southwest side of the museum. With the large bay windows on that side of the building it makes for a perfect atmosphere looking out over forest park. \n\nAt 22 dollars per person the food was pretty darn awesome. Don't be expecting the best champagne though. It's not the best but not bad. The food was very good. They do a very good job of assigning some nice options to the buffet. The shrimp and grits dish was awesome as is the beef with horseradish sauce. The eggs Benedict was stellar taking third place next to Sqwires (2nd) and Brasserie (1st). The waffles are small, but you can order as many as you want. I like that they are small, since I can never decide between savory or sweet when it comes to breakfast. With the small waffle, I can have both. I was a bit annoyed that you have to pay separately for coffee, since coffee is almost as cheap as water. But it was only a minor annoyance. The one caveat I would put on this place is that the buffet is not the largest compared to other brunch buffets though I still found the selection to be perfectly adequate for the price.",
"Went there on a cold rainy day and had Rueben that was artfully done and delicious. Also check out the Braised Short Ribs! Very Good! Service was wonderful and hwelpful in ordering. Atmosphere was wonderful even on a cold rainy day!",
"Not only is the location and view spectacular, but the service and the quality of food was near to perfection. My friend brought me along for lunch and I can't believe I have never heard of this place. I always appreciate good customer service and high quality cuisine. I was so impressed. I will be back!!!!!"
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"They just opened this place up not too long ago in a complex with other great places. It was busy since the buzz of it being new still haven't fizzed out. I went with the best friends and there was a slight wait when we got there. It wasn't long til we were buzzed in however, so that was a plus seeing how busy they were at the hour. We were seated in a spacious booth right by the doors to the kitchen. \n\nIt took us a while to decide what we wanted because the menu had quite a variety. One of us tried the bahama mama margarita while the rest had sweet tea. The sweet tea is definitely not overload on sugar like other places. I would have liked it a little sweet but I suppose it's better it wasn't. \n\nOne of my friends went a few days earlier and had the smoked duck taco, which he loved, and wanted to try something with duck again. He opted on the smoked duck quesadilla this time and loved it just the same. I got a small Fajita beef plate and let me warn you unless you can eat a lot go for the small. The friend that had gone before suggested a small for me since it was going to be a good sized portion and I was glad I listened to him. \n\nThey ran out of one of my sides, but I wasn't going to complain over it because it was a side of corn grits. Which I didn't really need to be eating and I didn't miss out on much because I nipped off one of my friends. It definitely had a kick to it compared to Zea's corn grits. I think I'll stick to their heart attack corn grits even though it's probably worse to eat. Overall, I almost cleared my plate completely. The fajita and the mashed potato were delish! \n\nThe service was pretty good compared to most places. Our waitress would check up on us every so often. A thing I did find nice even though it's nothing spectacular was that she would come and tell us how much longer til our meals came out. Which was fine with us because we were occupied with their homemade dip and chips. To the point when she asked us if we wanted refills we were like \"NO!\" Their homemade sauce are quite tasty. The one my friend had with his quesadilla was divine. \n\nSo if you're craving Mexican food and want a new place to try, I would recommend giving Coyote Blues a try! I can't wait til my boyfriend is in town to take him to try it out. There's so much on the menu I have yet to try and plan on later on. The environment was lively and the workers were on their toes accommodating all the guest.",
"I think this might be some of the most BLAND Mexican style food I've ever eaten! This is equivalent to an Applebee's or Chili's level of dining and the food did not impress me as Chili's makes more flavorful stuff. The taco was probably the best thing I ate while the enchiladas were covered in some very disappointing sauces. They offer very limited selections for their \"combo\" meals and whereas most Mexican restaurants give you a choice of the type of sauce you get on your enchiladas no such option exists here. If you're used to bold and spicy flavors then this isn't the place for you but if you've got grandma with a delicate stomach then this might be the perfect chain experience place. The service was friendly and accommodating and they had some interesting drinks.",
"Will be back soooo good poblano cheese grits!! Omg !!",
"Let me start by saying that I don't typically care for chain restaurants...BUT...I really like Coyote Blues!\n\nI had been to the location in Lafayette several times and always thought that it would do well in New Orleans, so I was happy to hear that they'd opened a location here.\n\nNow onto my review...\n\nWe arrived at 7:30 last night. I'd say that they were at about 75% capacity. We were seated right away.\n\nOur waitress was very friendly and we got a great laugh off of her when she said that her favorite appetizer was the Fried Oysters on the Half Chip...but she doesn't like oysters. HUH? She quickly let us know that she just gets the kitchen to substitute shrimp for the oysters. LOL \n\nShe quickly brought us out some hot, fresh chips, a cilantro type dip and some salsa. The chips were hot and fresh. The green dip was sooo good! Cilantro? Cream cheese? Sold. Their salsa is also very good. Chips and salsa are the death of me at a mexican restaurant. Why even bother ordering a meal?\n\nFor our appetizer we shared a ceviche. It was really good! Lots of shrimp and big chunks of crab.\n\nI was THRILLED to see that Coyote Blues offers small portions of their entress! YES! Who on earth can eat a full entree at a mexican restaurant after gorging on chips and salsa? Not me.\n\nI had the Shrimp and Crawfish burrito and it was delicious. I've learned that anything you get here that has their signature seafood sauce on it is DELISH. I got the small, so it came with one burrito...which was a little larger than your average enchilada. It was plenty. \n\nMy date got the tilapia fish tacos. It was a big plate of food, but he took care of it with no problems. He's also thin as a rail. I hate men! I had a bite and it was very, very good.\n\nWe were, of course, too stuffed for dessert. Does anyone eat dessert at a mexican restaurant? How? Oh right...only men do this. Why? Because they can! LOL That's just my jealously rearing its ugly head.\n\nI'd highly recommend Coyote Blues. It's a great date place too. Delicious, great service and reasonably priced.\n\nP.S. We didn't partake in any cocktails, but they all looked good. I'm especially intrigued by the sangria margarita. Two of my favorite drinks all in one. Yes please!\n\nAlso note...on previous visits to the Lafaytte location, I've had the smoked duck quesadillas with a blueberry and raspberry chipotle sauce and it's sooo good!",
"I have a tendency toward eating out at Mexican places a lot and I really like this one. They just opened and I didn't think they would be this good this fast. They have really awesome 2 for 1 drink specials where pretty much anything on the drink menu is included from 5-7, I think. I got a fajita burrito and it was awesome. They also serve chips and salsa with this green kind of spicy guacamole sauce. It was really different and I really liked it. I will definitley go back.",
"Ate here during a visit from California. Food was flavorful, though there is definitely a Southern influence to the food, less traditional and less spicy. But the tortillas are made fresh in house.\n\nThe house blue margarita was more like a daiquiri, but they had two for one during happy hour which was a nice bonus. I had the Chicken Fajita Enchiladas. They had good flavor and the portions were plentiful.\n\nThe highlight was the service. Our server, Yascara, was confident in the menu and able to make good suggestions. She was even knowledgeable in tequilas. Her personality and friendly service were the best part of the meal.",
"Ate there this evening,the food was cold service was lousy our soup came out cold had the blackened tuna ordered it med well it came out bleeding,the ice tea taste like water.It is extremely overpriced and is no threat to Casa Garcia.It is along the line of Taco Bell.",
"Its a huge restaurant with a corporate/ franchise feel. I like how they have flavored teas, just in case you miss it, they are listed on the back page at the very bottom. \nWe ordered the duck quesadillas and burrito. Kids got chicken tenders and hamburger. The hamburger was pretty decent for being a non Mexican item and it comes with tons of Rally's type fries. \nI hated my quesadillas which was disappointing since the ingredients all sounded good. Maybe they forgot something but it wasn't for the blueberry sauce, i would have sent it back. \nDrink menu(alcohol) was overpriced.\nOur server was horrible. He didn't know the menu. He was m.i.a most of the time. I left with a feeling that I could live a full life with never going back.",
"This was my 3rd visit to Coyote Blues in Metairie. 3 strikes and out!\n\n1st visit I gave them the benefit of doubt. The restaurant just opened and thought they just needed to work out the kinks. Wrong. The 1st visit we waited for food for 45 minutes. The manager ended up packing our food to go. After one and half hours counting the wait, and no food we were ready to go.\n\n2nd time I took my nephews, and same story AGAIN. The food didn't take 45 minutes, but it took so long, different manager from the 1st time came to the table to comp a dessert.\n\n3rd time it was not my idea to go to CB and have the same experience again, but we had a party of 7, and others chose the restaurant. I thought positive that this may be the charm, but WRONG. We arrived at 7pm, and by the time we waited, ordered, got our food, it was 9:15 pm when we finally paid the tab. AGAIN, another manager came over to the table to apologize. Food was ok, but with all the excellent Mexican restaurants in our area, no need to wait so long for mediocre food. If the food was superior, the wait would be worth it, but food quality just okay.\nWon't be visiting any Coyote Blues anytime soon.",
"I wasn't entirely impressed with Coyote Blues based off of what I ordered. I got a Portobello mushroom and spinach quesadilla which is misleading because it's actually just spinach and cheese with a few specs of a mushroom. After eating one slice, I opened up all of them to see if one half just had more than the other side and much to my disappointment it was scarce, and by scarce I mean I was lucky if I saw two tiny pieces under one roof. Pretty stingy for a $13 quesadilla that does not come with a side. The ceviche was also a disappointment The fajitas looked good and the chicken was plentiful on that order. The Mexican items don't seem anything out of the ordinary with the exception of a few seafood dishes like oyster tacos, shrimp and crawfish burrito that make the menu seem more \"Louisiana\". I would try it again because their menu is lengthy and the service was good, just would try something different before I cross if off my list forever."
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"It is an absolute honor to be the 1st reviewer for White Dog. This is hands down one of the best eats in West Phila (located 1 block from UPENN). The restaurant is broken into various rooms that have this homey vibe to 'em that makes you feel safe and warm and squishy all over. White Dog single handedly made the winter in Philly seem bearable since it opened my eyes and heart to the Tuaca hot toddie. The amish grilled cheese sandwich is my fave tho really any dish is an organic/orgasmic experience. If someone asked me \"I have one meal in West Philly, where should I go?\" I'd say without hesitation, \"White Dog.\"",
"Excellent food. Amazing ambiance. Stellar service. Plus they're environmentally and politically conscious. Went to a great seminar about drug education which included a three course dinner. Highly recommended!",
"Great, fresh, organic salads and dishes in a cozy cafe near UPenn. Try the white dog tapas platter of the day!",
"The white dog is hands down my favorite restaurant. Its charming, cozy, healthy, delicious, and if you are even thinking about going to Philly, you'd better put this down on your list, or you're gonna miss out... and if its getting cold out, order the seasonal hot toddie drinks. Any one of them is bound to warm even the coldest of hearts.",
"Great, delicious food. Also, White Dog holds various political events here, such as lectures and documentary screenings. They're free, check them out!",
"I echo the accolades for White Dog but wanted to add the info on their Happy Hour Sun-Thursday nights from 10-midnight. All of their delicious beers are only $2!!! which is quite a discount from usual $5 draft prices. At Happy hour, pitchers are usually about $8 as well.\n\nAlso wanted to comment on my eating experiences here. My boyfriend got mussels once and the waitress graciously took them off of the check after we explained how they were not even really open. My roommate got the cold celery soup (i know sounds gross) and the waiter took it off of our check for no other reason than that she didn't like it. I hope no one abuses this, but the staff is very understanding...",
"Personally, I don't let politics interfere with my dining experience. I generally discourage political, philosophical, or religious discussion at the table no matter the company. The only exception to that rule is whether is a discussion of the religious or philosophical food or wine experience. Then we're on.\n\nAs for the White Dog...It feels like home. There's few places more inviting during the winter to eat heartily, drink well, and enjoy the atmosphere. i",
"Great place to check out at Upenn campus. They have their bar menu (which is what I ordered from) and their regular menu, which has more pricy entrees (mid 20's and up). The bar menu had some pretty good burgers/sandwiches as well as some other entrees that are in decent portions. I started off with chips and guacamole... for 5 bux, it seems like a pretty good deal for two people. For the entree, I had the Organic Florida Shrimp and Crawfish Tail Fettuccini. It was covered with spicy parmesan cheese cream, sweet onions and tomatoes. Delightful to my taste buds. For dessert, try out the Peach Cobbler. The peach tastes natural and the ice cream/cookie is filled with good flavor. And all of that was about the same cost as one of the regular entrees! Check out this place if you're on campus.",
"Oh, how I miss the White Dog. 4 fruitless years spent slaving away in Philadelphia and the only thing I learned was the glory and the greatness of the White Dog Cafe. The food, spectacular. The ambiance, charming. The staff, warm and welcoming. But the best part? The attached store, The Black Cat. Open late, packed with gems AND a selection of wacky hats? Yes, indeed. \nStuffed and drunk, I'd select scented soaps and greeting cards and plastic chickens, peruse cookbooks and earrings and ceramic bowls covered in polka dots and peonies. I'd shop forever if I could. Well, I'd eat forever if I could, then I'd drink forever if I could, but given a third and final option, I would shop. And that, folks, is why I will forever treasure my time at the White Dog Cafe...",
"A hung-over impromptu train ride to Philly, in the rain, on a random Tuesday, to this wonderful, wonderful haven!\r\nWhite Dog Cafe!!\r\n\r\nOur vegan, lactose-intolerant, and dairy-and-whey-allergic friend recommended us this place. She said it's expensive and local, organic, amazing, oh and it's a great-for-a -date place. And my friends did think the veggie plates were lovely! \r\n\r\nthe White Dog is a converted from a large old Victorian on a cobblestone road, as apparently many of the restaurants are in Philly! The ceilings are high and glassed in the main room and some rooms have a very cozy comfy feel. There is a maze of country elegant rooms and seem fit for wedding. \r\n\r\nABSOLUTE PUMPKIN FEST, EVERY COURSE\r\nI had local organic free range Lancaster Chicken (first time ordering free range out) a little dry but very satisfying\r\n\r\nout of this world stuffing with pumpkin, fresh greens.\r\nI had localish (Delaware) Dogfish Head Pumpkin Ale (standing #1 in my pumpkin ale contest, I've tried six so far) \r\n\r\noh and Pumpkin for desert.\r\nProfiteroles and Brownie with Pumpkin stuff in each and delicate ginger ice cream in expensive place portions. Good Coffee.\r\n\r\ni felt a little sicky before I came to White Dog, but rich southern, hippy, grandma made it all better. ;) :) :)"
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"Lunched here last week and really enjoyed myself. The place is tiny and perfect for a light lunch. I had a half sandwich/half salad - the Mozzarella/Balsamic Onoin/Olive Tapenade sandwich and chick pea salad really hit the spot. It was the perfect amount of food and I felt like I had eaten pretty healthy for a lunch out. The food was SO fresh. The waitress was very friendly and attentive. We never had a want for anything, nor did we wait long for our meal. Tap water (I am not fancy) is served in a large bottle which avoids your ever needing to wait for a refill. \nLove the secret garden in the back of this place. It's perfect for an intimate lunch for 2 or to sit on your own, grab a bite to eat and read. It's shady and quiet - a wonderful little spot tucked away from the summer heat and the rest of the world.",
"Have had lunch here twice, so far. Enjoyed the Ex-pat (never knew Marmite could taste this good) and Red Goat sandwiches. Can't wait to try their other offerings. Wonderful cheese selection too. A great place to enjoy a cheese platter with some BYOB wine after work.",
"I live in the neighborhood and recently was delighted to see this new restaurant in town. A group of five of us sat outside in their quaint patio and had a delicious meal. The chef cooks fresh, beautiful, and tasty food. I had a yummy chilled roasted pepper soup and half of the chevre/beet sandwich. My husband had what he described as the best egg salad sandwich that he has ever had. They also serve brunch on the weekends. This place truly is a highlight in Olde City and I would encourage everyone to patronize this place!",
"Love this little spot. Glad light lunch spots are opening in Philly with creative sandwiches and salads with excellent ingredients that don't leave you comotose in the afternoon. The ex-pat was especially amazing. Don't miss the Mac and cheese either. The desserts looked amazing but I didn't splurge this time. Anyone who makes a cake that looks like that knows what they are doing. \n\nAlso make sure you sit in the back courtyard under the shade tree. \n\nWould love to see a few more less standard cheeses in the case. Maybe exploring the great American creameries like Vella brothers or Rogue or beehive for instance - which might be a nice niche to compete against Di Bruno, which is very euro centric. \n\nGood start guys!",
"My husband, a friend and I stopped here for lunch today. I love the cheerful and inviting decor. I had the Tamenen sandwich. The turkey and mango combination was deliciously enhanced with a walnut mustard aioli that gave it a nice kick. Everything is freshly prepared and nicely presented. The waitress was beyond friendly. Wish I had room to try one of the luscious looking desserts. Highly recommend.",
"stopped by for lunch with friends. Waitress greeted us, offered us a table and menus, all with a smile. Sandwiches are great and creative -- who would have thought of putting a slice of mango in a brie and turkey sandwich?! The slight sweetness was balanced with a zesty mustard. Mmmm. Definitely a five start sandwich for me!",
"Wonderful spot for a light lunch on a hot day. The food is a sophisticated combination of new twists on old favorites, all featuring the cheeses that are the centerpiece of the restaurant's fare. My wife had the \"Modern Waldorf\" salad, which ended up being a lighter, crisper version of the classic salad while I opted for the \"Blue Fig\" which consisted of fig preserves, and proscuitto on pretzel bred. Both were outstanding and not too large. The service, too, was excellent: very attentive without smothering. All in all, a great lunch spot in Philly's Old City. Well worth seeking out next time you're visiting the City of Brotherly Love.",
"This lettle spot near historic independence area of Philly is a gem. We ducked in out of the heat last week and enjoyed a cooling salad with fresh fruit and wonderful cheeses. The service is attentive and knowledgeable. The desserts looked So Yummy, but with time of day and excessive heat outside, had to give them a pass. Next time--coffee hour for sure!!",
"This place is adorable! \n\nGreat little hideaway garden in the back with a beautiful large tree that naturally shades the seating area. I had half of the Cajun Croque sandwich with Tasso Ham, Gruyere + Dijon on a Brioche Pullman and a hearty portion of the Wheat Berry Salad with Black Mission Figs, Cranberries, Red Onion + Smoked Almonds. Great pairings of flavors. Everything was extremely fresh and affordable.\n\nVery attentive and sweet service.\n\nI will definitely be frequenting this spot.",
"wow ... quality cheese themed creative sandwiches galore. and an adorable backyard garden to eat in."
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"Ground is an excellent new restaurant in Cool Springs. They serve burgers, salads and baked and sweet potatoes that offer a variety of toppings. All burgers come with your choice of fresh cut fries, potato or salad, and all dressings are homemade. You can order a specialized burger or create your own with a plethora of options to add to it. Since I'd been working outside and sweating all day, I decided to pass on the Four Alarm burger this time, but will definitely get that on my next visit! It is ground with jalapenos and jack cheese prior to cooking. \n\nI opted for the bacon and portabella mushroom topped with cheese and caramelized onions. My burger was perfectly cooked and flavorful. It was a very large burger, certain to satiate the largest of appetites. I selected the house salad as my side with green goddess dressing. The dressing was tangy and wonderful, and the salad was fresh and a healthy compliment to my not-so-healthy burger.\n\nTo be a new restaurant, the party of 8 we sprung on them were all very pleased with their food, and it was delivered in a timely fashion. I love when restaurants opt to do a few items really well instead of a huge menu done in a mediocre manner. I cannot think of a better place in Franklin to get a burger! They also cater, which should be appealing to all the large businesses in the area.",
"The food is so good! It's all freshly made and I really like that the restaurant is privately owned by a local man and isn't a chain. They have burgers, chicken, baked/sweet potatoes, soups, and salads. There are signature dish choices but you can also choose to create your own. I've tried both the Four Alarm Fire burger and a create your own burger and the taste was off the charts. The freshly cut french fries are so good - they're addictive. Another person I was with tried the home made potato soup and even though I'm not a big soup person, I have to admit it was one of the best soups I've had. I'd highly recommend giving them a try soon.",
"We are very excited to have a new dining option around the corner and double plus that it is very reasonably priced! My husband got us take out last week and I had the BLT, according to the menu it's piled high with bacon, it was good but did not fit the description. The taste was good but I could have made better at home with a few more pieces of bacon and some more interesting cheese. The fries were good, very seasoned , but we like them that way. My husband loves his burger. We will be going back for sure but may not order the BLT again.",
"Nice little place, great alternative choice, biggest complaint is an overly complicated and confusing menu. Simplify it and don't try to do so much. Keep it simple and quit trying to be cute. Otherwise,well worth a try.",
"Awesome burgers and fries. Local and regional ingredients. Convenient to all of Cool Springs and delicious food. You will love this new restaurant.",
"Large burger with grilled bun, huge baked sweet potatoes, great fries, and plenty of topping choices for your burger. Quick service.",
"Awesome burger!! The ground meat seasoning is amazing in this burger and a must try when in the area!",
"Real solid local burgers and fries. Everything seems to be made from scratch. I'll be eating here instead of Five Guys, no offense to them.",
"Pros:\ngood solid burger. \nditto on the great seasoning for the burger mentioned by another reviewer. \nsalad was good ( apple and walnut ) and nice size. didn't feel like they were skimping.\n\nCons:\nFries were a bit mushy when they got home ( to go order ) since they'd been fried and packaged a while back. would have been better 5 guys style where they fry them and package them just as you get there.",
"Good yes excellent not quite. It just priced higher than its quality the burger ought to be."
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"Have to say from the service to the food... Everything was great. You can definitely taste the freshness in the food. Our waitress was great.... not to much but just enough. Portions were perfect. The decor fit with the atmosphere of the place, will definitely be going back. \nThese Two Chics have it down and can see this place making it.",
"This review is from the first time I came here.... It does NOT apply now.. I deleted it because I did not want the previous five star to reflect positively on their rating because NOW they are only a one star and the one star is actually true to how I feel about them.... see updated review.....",
"So far I have tried the Biscuits and Gravy and the Eggs Benedict. Both were excellent! The atmosphere is fun and colorful with a staff of friendly folks. I love that they have a variety of adult beverages as well because sometimes you need that Bloody Mary in the morning and that local beer for lunch.\nPop on down for some great food and support a local business run by ladies who have always put their community first.\nOh... And the Pepper Popper with Bacon is a sandwich that will change your life.",
"Had lunch here yesterday and am pleased that \"the girls\" have opened a restaurant, but I will miss the Gourmelt food truck, for sure! Very cute design in the restaurant and very friendly staff. My two fav sandos off the truck are gone (Very Veggie and Italian Stallion), but they have added others that I want to try like the Pepper Popper grilled cheese with bacon...sounds yummy. I opted for the Caprese grilled cheese sandwich and and a pint of one of Great Basin's brews and enjoyed my lunch very much. Can't wait to be in Reno early enough for breakfast/brunch one day so that I can try some breakfast stuff, too.",
"This place really has it together for just recently opening! Despite being really busy, they greeted guests coming in promptly and got the food out quickly. The food was great too. I stuck with the sandwich as I cannot do eggs. It was great. I thought the alcoholic beverages were a little bit over priced but besides that, it was awesome!! They really care about customer service which I love. I also loved that they are open early for breakfast. That is hard to find around this area. They are even open on Sunday's which is a real shocker for Midtown! I will be going back to this place again for sure!!",
"I really don't think just opening is an excuse for the many negatives during our experience here. I went with high hopes and upon entering I loved what they did with the space. Super open and clean feeling. There's also ample parking which is a big plus in the midtown area. There was no host or hostess when I walked in but eventually someone did come have me write my name on a paper. we were shown a table promptly and the server took our drink orders. We had mimosas, tomatillo bloody Mary's and someone asked for a light beer. They only have 3 beers on draft from Great Basin and all are dark (ale, IPA and stout) strange for summer time but whatever. Mimosas were excellent but the green bloody Mary's were sent back as neither people drinking them cared for them. \n\n40 minutes later our orders for breakfast were finally taken. Upon arrival 2 of the 5 items brought to the table were incorrect. We again waited for the correct dishes. One of the guys at our table was two bites Into his omelette when he found the paper from the cheese slices inside. He alerted the gal who happened to be the owner and she just grabbed it and shrugged her shoulders and walked away. The zucchini fritters were very bland and some were burned where as others were barely browned. \n\nTWO HOURS later, our party of 5 was finished. The check was brought and we were charged for everything. The drinks that were returned as well as the omelette with the paper in it and the two plates that were incorrect (but made correct eventually). I would never ask for a freebie or expect one but when you error that many times in one meal and you're trying to build a clientele the least they could have done was comp the drinks that were returned! The owners lack of apology was very off putting. We actually received better service from our server. \n\nWhen you're advertising farm to table, local food and you see the paper from the processed cheese slices in your omelette you can't help but question if that's really true. One at our table was a local restaurant owner, another a business owner and myself in the restaurant biz so we are all pretty understanding of the issues that arise but the way ours was handled (or ignored) was probably the worst part.\n\nGood luck to these gals but they have a lot of work to put in to handle big crowds in a popular neighborhood. Getting it right from the start is key in retaining business.",
"I couldn't wait for this restaurant to open. I've been such a grilled cheese stalker the last few years. The thought of a full service grilled cheese restaurant was my private goal. Another option for breakfast, brunch and lunch is just fine with me too. \n\nDuring my first visit, I tried the biscuits & gravy, eggs and homemade sausage breakfast platter with coffee. There are a couple items that are 'Two Chicks' only. The first is a local coffee blend designed by TC. It's pleasant with a beautiful aroma. The other is their homemade sausage. It's well balanced the cuts of fat, meat, seasonings are perfectly grinded. Breakfast was such a hit. I returned for lunch.\n\nThis week, I enjoyed lunch at TC. I went with the Chef's Salad + a grilled chicken breast. I really enjoyed the creamy herb dressing. It was a great salad, with the traditional salad items. \n\nWhat made today's visit great was the Bloody Mary's. I had the Verdi Mary. A fresh blend of tomatillos and cucumber with crushed ice made this so refreshing. Evidently, there was a mix issue (to much) but that has been resolved. The other Bloody Mary that I had was the Kimchee Mary. it tastes as interesting as it sounds. The mix blends kimchee with sriracha. The only draw back is that I'm a garnish guy; I love the compliment of choice veggies. But Kimchee hanging on top of a lime looks rough (unappetizing), so I pushed it to the bottom and finished it like a champ!\n\nIt was a fun lunch and I'm looking forward to my next visit. There are a few more Bloody Mary's to try.",
"Kimchee bloody mary?!??!!! Um...can I get a heck yes?\n\nThis place was a breath of fresh air. I loved the simple plate of food placed in front of me. The service was also fantastic. \n\nSuper fresh food. I ordered the sweet potato pancake combo with sausage and egg beaters. The sweet potato pancakes were the highlight of the plate. The texture was perfect and I loved the flavor combined with the syrup. The sausage patty was locally homemade and delicious. We also ordered the salmon benedict. The hollandaise was perfect...not too thin and not to eggie. The eggs were poached to perfection. The salmon was cooked perfectly. \n\nI was really curious about the veggie fritters and I'm glad they came with the bene. It was basically broccoli mixed with carrots and egg whites...a healthy option that brought freshness to life on the plate.\n\nThe bloody mary selection was awesome. Can't wait to come back and try the verde one. \n\n4 stars and a new breakfast spot to put on my list.",
"Love the new place, the location, and the atmosphere. I had the Farmhouse omelet with the veggie fritters and was so happy with my choice. My mouth was super happy. Hubby had the Ultimelt omelet with there yummy sweet potato home fries. They did an amazing job and cannot wait to come back.",
"This restaurant is definitely a wooohooooo! And a breath if fresh air for a non-chain gig. I'm so happy that they cater to us GF eaters, and the sweet potato pancakes are delish! The employees and owners are super-friendly and attentive and the atmosphere is colorful and cool. Women owned business-you rock!! Midtown is really happening now. Will be back with the fam."
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"Sterile bar with every seat way too close to the bathrooms. Sub par pizza for the price.",
"Nice new addition to the beach. Upscale Pizza. Nice decor & Atmosphere. Unlike the name may suggest, they do not offer pizza by the slice. \nQuite and odd arrangement of having to enter through different doors based on if you want to sit outside versus inside. At this point I've been 3 times and so my review will encompass those 3 visits. 2 of the 3 times i've been there it has been busy. Which is good. I've sat inside each visit. Problem is NOISE. it get's so noisy you can't speak to others at your table without raising your voice. Also during the two visits where they were busy it was very evident that the spacing of the bar, high top tables and combo booth / tables was way to tight. If you are in this isle-way expect to be bumped into. It's tight. Sitting in the booths by the door is what I'd suggest. \nThe food. 1st & 2nd time in I had the same thing. Stromboli. Absolutely delicious. Loved it. Quite overpriced but very delicious. 3rd time in we tried the pizza. Awesome variety of topping available but the crust was \"BLAH\" Given the $20 price tag for a medium pie I think it's a little overzealous given the crust. \nI think the place has really good potential. But they need to address the noise and space constraints soon. Looks as if they are set to expand into additional spaces nearby so that's promising on the space front potentially.",
"Slyce Pizza Bar has the best pizza on the beaches.... It is by far the best in tampa bay. The atmosphere is incredible and the staff are great. Wow, what a concept.",
"Way too expensive. Too noisy and not enough room. Can get a better frozen pizza at Publix.",
"Wonderful service, excellent pizza, nice atmosphere. Excellent selection of beers. Unlike another review I am looking at, they do offer pizza by the slice, $2. Delicious desserts too! We enjoyed the chocolate cake. I lost my sunglasses there, and the manager had them waiting for me when I called 2 days later - I appreciate the honesty. My one and only con is that you cannot smoke on the outdoor deck - which I imagine is a pro for some people. I just think you should be able to smoke outside. But overall, a great place to go to, and we will be back.",
"Slyce Pizza bar is a refreshing change to the Tommy Bahama style I usually find on the beach. Great vibe, bustling atmosphere, great range of higher end pizzas - fresh ingredients, creative appetizers. Papa John's this it not!!!! Pizzas are On a Par with Anthony's (for those who know how good that is!!) Been there multiple times. Make sure you reserve a table as it gets packed - especially at weekends. Outdoor seating available.",
"my wife likes your place (were locals) absoutley the toughest burnt margerita pizza crust Ive ever had today 11/26/2011...told the staff but ignored (had a discount coupon thought that may be the reason)even my dog would say no..atmosphere great , drinks good service good ..pizza go elesewhere loydd",
"Been there twice. Great place. Atmosphere reminds us of south beach/vegas. Full bar and this is an expensive place for pizza. Whole pies and a lot of great varieties or you can build your own. You can also order 2 halves. Salads very impressive. I might skip the sandwichs. They were very good but a lot of bread. The Pizza and salads are better. You will have to wait for a table and the place is very loud, but I recommend.",
"Been here twice over the past few months and as far as the quality of their pizza's I would have to say that they are just above average. That's not a knock against Slyce, you will get a tasty pie. I have not had any of their other dishes so I can't attest to them, but from what I've seen in my two visits they have an European style gourmet flare to their dishes. Which means smaller portions that are decorated on the plate. This will probably turn of most Americans who expect and want large buffet styled dishes. \n\nThat being said they are probably just a tad overpriced for what you're getting. Especially if you go int there with the expectation that I've mention. The place does have a nice modern, trendy decor to it so maybe that's what you are paying for?",
"Limited review... only eat the pizza and it was very good. That says alot since as an Italian New Yorker I know what I am talking about - at least when it comes to pizza !\n\nAtmosphere 80 (New and modern interior in strip shop setting)\nService 80\nFood 95 (Great great pizza)\nValue 85 (Again, the pizza was great)\n\nI have to try again for dinner. It is worth the bet !"
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"im gonna keep it real. the first 3 reviewers gave 5 stars. and i guess since theres literally no indian closer, this is def the best in the area. \n\ngranted, i can only review based on one meal. but, i have a go-to indian dish that i use to baseline all indian restaurants in which i dine... lamb curry, side of basmati, and an order of naan. shagun's lamb curry fell a little flat in the flavor department. our waiter asked if i wanted mild, medium, or spicy. which i like. but, now that i think of it, was it bc im not indian? bc i asked for medium thinking an indian's idea of hot is prolly hotter than mine. but this medium came out with nothing. it was bland and not spicy at all. so i sent it back asking for it to be spicier thinking thats why it was bland. well, it came back spicier alright, but it wasnt any less bland. isnt that the worst? too spicy but bland? \n\nmy fiance had the chicken tikki masala. it was pretty good.\n\nnaan, awesome. basmati rice, decent. \n\nservice was fair. i was a little insulted by the waiter asking if i needed a recommendation... sorry to break stereotypes, but this white boy has eaten plenty of indian.",
"Those of us in the Collegeville/Trappe/Royersford area have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of an Indian restaurant: and thanks to Shagun, it was worth the wait.\n\nA beautiful new restaurant with pleasing background music and a projection screen TV greet you as you walk in. The extremely friendly service then immediately compliments this atmosphere. Ah, then you get the food...\n\nI have sampled almost every available Indian lunch buffet in Montgomery country, and Shagun's now ranks at the top. It's affordably priced, and on the 3 different occasions I've had the pleasure to dine there since it opened 2 weeks ago, I've been treated to almost an entirely different buffet each time. The variety is really quite impressive. The food itself is always hot (not usually the case with these kinds of buffets) and very fresh. It's not overwhelmingly spicy, either, so the timid or novice Indian eaters out there need not worry. \n\nI particularly enjoyed the chicken tikka masala, chana masala and fried samosas. The tandoori chicken and lamb curry are delicious, moist and fall off the bone. The naan is really the standout here; they bring you out your own basket, piping hot, crisp and delectable. The dessert items include all my favorites, and on one occasion when one of them wasn't part of the buffet (the yummy carrot halwa), the manager had them prepare some just for me and then gave me extra to take home! Oh, and whereas most places charge you extra for the mango lassi drink, Shagun provides it as part of the buffet. Can't beat that!\n\nI'm a bit biased in that I love Indian food and this place is all of 2 minutes from my house. But imagine my delight when it turns out that on top of that, Shagun is a great Indian restaurant that I will now be enjoying on a weekly basis.",
"Having eaten at many different Indian restaraunts, I was waiting looking forward to the opening of Shagun when I saw the \"Coming Soon\" announcement. I typically eat lunch at Indian restaurants in and around the Paoli/Malvern areas. When I do have Indian it has always been buffets as I am fickle and like to try many different dishes. So, imagine my excitement when Shagun finally opened and the buffet eceeded my expectations. I liked that there were dishes I've never seen in all my years eating at other buffets. The restaraunt was clean and inviting. The food was tasty and fresh. The service was prompt and courteous. I can't wait to go back!",
"We went there today for lunch, and were very surprised at how beautiful of a space it is. The food was some of the best Indian food you'll find in the suburbs. I give it five stars because I don't know any suburban Indian restaurants that can match up.",
"I've definitely been anxiously awaiting an Indian restaurant to come in the area, and Shagun was worth waiting for! Where do I start.?.? First, the service was impeccable, I was catered to throughout the whole dinner experience. My main waiter, Happy, was very attentive to my needs. I didn't know what app to get, so Happy made a suggestion, and it was phenomenal (lamb & chicken kabob)! I ordered my \"go to\" Indian dish, Chicken Tikka Masala & told him I like spicy. Well, spicy it was! My mouth was on fire, LOL! I sent it back to request less spice & was told they spice according to your order; Mild, Medium, or Spicy. When it came back, it was perfect! The ambiance of the restaurant was unlike any Indian restaurant I've been to, not to mention it's also a BYOB! I also received a company discount and dessert for my inconvenience. I'm sorry to sound like I'm bragging, but I really LOVE this place. And I'm not an easy person to please when it comes to dining out. When you go, take a bottle of wine, ask for Happy, know the level of spice you can handle, and find out if they have a discount for your employer. Enjoy!",
"As I mentioned in another review we were on an Indian food kick.\nThis place is new and keeping that in mind I gave this rating. The owner is first time restauranteur and it shows. The layout was a bit odd as the place was divided into two seating sections that was just odd. We went for lunch buffet and it was busy. Instead of spacing the tables they kind of squeezed everyone in the buffet area so we were sitting on top of each other which made it tough to get to the buffet. Also, the price did not fit the quality. They had about nine items and they are charging $12.99. They did have chai and mango lassi on the buffet but neither tasted like what I get when I order it ala carte. The food was mild as expected on a buffet but what killed it for me was the lack of food. They had fried pakkoras and they would bring 10-15 pieces and then not refill for 20 minutes. Also, I like that they serve naan fresh to your table but there were four of us and they delivered 1 naan. Okay fine then once we all took one quadrant and asked for more it took 15 minutes and about 6 requests to different staff asking when more naan will come. Of course, when we got the naan again there was one. I understand they don't want to waste food but when four guys come at least give 2 naans. For $12.99 we at least deserve that much.\n\nI had a buddy ask me about Shagun and I warned him but he thought maybe dinner would be better. I was not there but he told me never again. Biggest complaint was service. The naan came after they completed the meal.\n\nThey are new so let's hope they get the kinks out as we need a good Indian option in the Collegeville area...",
"I couldn't wait for this place to open and when it did I went for their lunch buffet. We went for lunch just the other day and I must say, their choices were good but everything wasn't as hot as it should have been. The lasse was extremely thick when it should be thin but that's ok I still drank it because I love lasse. They had a chili chicken dish and to me it felt like they put wing sauce on the chicken and baked it. The food was dry and room temperature. It should have been hot. Overall I think the food should have a stronger flavor of the spices India is known for using. I have eaten at other Indian restaurants and their flavors of the cumin and coriander were quite strong in their dishes. The staff was extremely friendly! They offered us desert when we didn't ask which I thought was cool. They were yummy but I preferred them warm. I thought the ambiance was quite cozy and warm. I liked how they have a projector of different countries playing. Make sure you watch out for the floor. I almost tripped walking about because the floor wasn't glued all the way down. This was only a lunch buffet so I am basing my review based off of that. I have not gone for dinner. When I go for dinner I will post again. I will give this place another try in the future.",
"Shagun Indian Cuisine!\n \n\nLast week we tried Shagun restaurnt. We have eaten a lot of Indian food-- so we feel like we are a good judge of this cuisine. Happy Grover (one of the owners) has great experience in past enterprises and we were excited to see what his restaurants would be like\nThe décor is one of the best I have seen in ANY restaurant. I found it interesting that you could see the chefs at work. This is a rare occurrence for Indian restaurants in our area. In addition, the food was astounding. \n\nIf there is one thing that Happy Grover knows about our family, it is how much we treasure \"Fryums.\" Fryums are fried chips in different colors and designs. It is the rare Indian restaurant that supplies them. They were a warm, crispy perfection. Next came the \"Naan Brread,\" which was one of the best that I ever had! There was just the right amount of butter glazing the top of the fluffy bread. Another dish that I really liked was the \"Aloo Gobi.\" This dish is composed of potato and cauliflower cooked in a light spiced sauce. It is great when mixed with the basmati rice. My father got the \"Chicken Korma,\" which is one of his favorite dishes. This is a yogurt-based entrée in an almond and cashew sauce. He commented that this was one of the best he has ever had! My mother got the \"Daal Tadka,\" which is boiled lentils cooked with cumin and spices, and the \"Bhindi Masala,\" which is fresh-cut okra cooked with onions and tomatoes. She loved both options. My parents both shared the \"Aloo Paratha,\" a bread stuffed with potatoes and spices. They liked it, but preferred the Naan Bread. My entire family enjoyed the \"Vegetable Samosa.\" These potato and green pea filled turnovers were perfectly spiced and the tamarind sauce accompaniment accentuated the flavors. Finally, my brother greatly enjoyed his \"Peshawari Naan.\" This is a bread stuffed with coconut, almond, and dried fruits. Overall, we were thrilled with our meal at Shagun, and we intend on returning as soon as possible!\nHonestly--the best meal we have had in terms of Indian Cuisine....\nAmazing...\nBy the way we updated this review just now and have been there 2 times since this last experience...\nThe review was written by my 13 year old son... w/ my permission",
"At first I was a bit skeptical to try this place after seeing 5 star reviews from yelpers with 1-2 reviews, but am glad I gave it a shot.\n\nThe concept seems to be slightly more upscale decor and quality Indian food. They have a buffet in the afternoon and a la carte dinners. \n\nNaan is served tableside and is made fresh and served piping hot, so remember to order your second helping, should you so desire, about 10 min before you need it.\n\nThe tandoori chicken was moist and delicious and if memory serves correctly, consisted of mainly chicken drumsticks and thighs, which is consistent to what one might see in India.\n\nThe Chicken Makhani was rich and slightly sweet from the cream as it should be (and perhaps a helping teaspoon of sugar). \n\nThe Mutton curry was delicious but every piece of the mutton had bones, which may not suit every Americanized palate. \n\nChicken Manchurian (Indo Chinese) was authentically spiced, thus a little too hot for the typical Americanized palate. This is a good dish to order a la carte as even the best version gets a bit soggy when served buffet style.\n\nThe mango lassi served with the buffet is made with Alphonso mango (know as the king of mangoes) pulp, which is a nice authentic touch. Alphonso mangoes are not cheap, especially the fresh mangoes (I paid $110 for a dozen a few months ago).\n\nBased on what was presented in the buffet today, the rice and desserts could use some work and the Saag Paneer (spinach with fresh cheese) was lacking salt or any detectable seasoning.\n\nService was very gracious and friendly but a bit disorganized since there does not seem to be a waiter assigned to each section, thus, you get \"over served\" - drink order inquires by 2 servers, same with extra naan and water queries, etc.\n\nDecor is upscale compared to the other Indian restaurants in the area, though they need to do address the uneven laminate flooring. The space was larger than I had envisioned.\n\nI think one of the owners is the guy who owns Spice Kitchen in East Norriton but can't say that for sure. There were also quite a few Indian families during this Saturday visit and many seemed to know the owner.\n\nI will be back to try the Chicken Kati roll, Koliwada fish, Tandoori shrimp and Chicken Chettinad.\n\nOnce they work out a few of the kinks, Shagun (which means Omen) might be a good one for other ethnic restaurants to follow in the area.",
"One Word: Wonderful :)!! We had been waiting for Shagun to open with much anticipation. It opened while we were away, so we finally went last week to the lunch buffet. To our surprise, we were greeted warmly by our old friend Happy who was a wonderful server at another establishment in the past. Needless to say, we were very excited to see Happy again & were even more excited to find out that he was part owner of Shagun :) !!! Well, the food & service at Shagun were excellent as I expected seeing that Happy was back & running things! Our daughter who enjoys Indian food is very picky about the quality of her Indian food, so we were doubly thrilled to hear her say how much she enjoyed the food also! We thoroughly enjoyed the many buffet items as well as the additional surprise items that Happy served us to acquaint us with their offerings. Yesterday, we went back again & ordered take out. Again greeted & treated with courtesy & exceptional service by Happy & his team. We enjoy Tandoori dishes & Shagun's are tasty, tender & reasonably priced. I got the Tandoori mixed grill & it was awesome! We Highly & Strongly recommend Shagun & are glad that Happy has come back to us - Go There, you won't be disappointed, Happy will see to it :) !!!"
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"Went down to SB last weekend and not only did I fall in love with SB, I FELL IN LOVE WITH JEANNINE'S!!!\n\nNo words to describe this place and since this is a family site, I will bust out in code (I rarely do this!), this place will have you literally saying, \"OMFG! MILF...MUH!\" (Man, I'd Love to Fill Myself Up Here!)\n\nAs they say, pictures can be deceiving but you can't taste the deliciousness of flavoring through a picture. If you could, I would have been a photographer! I want Apple to design a scratch 'n sniff/taste application! :)\n\nAnyways, the host (I think her name was Sara) was real nice - super friendly and talked to us for a few minutes about their food. The food is a must-have as that one girl from The Real World would always say, \"point blank period!\" That is how I feel about this place. The best banana kahlua french toast I've ever had point blank period!!!\n\nIt brought me back to another place in Boston which had the best pancakes in the world. Well, this awesome place has the best, absolutely the best banana kahlua french toast in the world!!!\n\nTheir sweet potato fries were great too! They added black pepper to it which gave it some extra deliciousness. The sauce was regular though and I should suggest using a chipotle type of sauce since the two go together like my mouth-savory taste buds go together with Jeannine's.\n\nYes, it's that good that it'll make you tongue-tied and full of non-sense but at least you're full of awesomeness!!!\n\nOverall, 50 thumbs up (since that's how many I saw getting their grub on)!!!!\n\nFrom the great words of our governor, \"I'll be back....\"",
"Yeah sure, the food is great. The coffee is pretty good and they make nice little pictures on their latte's though considering how expensive it is I'm left wondering if they sprinkle them with gold dust.\n\nI don't think I've ever walked out of there paying less than $40 for two people and, I'm sorry, but I don't like paying $20/head to order at a counter. It's an omelet with some home fries folks. It may be a great one but the empty feeling I get in my wallet leaves me with a bad taste every time. \n\nOne saving grace is the little fountain in La Arcada that my 2 year old loves to play around though to be honest it's not really fair to give Jeannine's credit since it's the mall's deal not theirs.",
"I went there on a Thursday for lunch. They had about five different options for their daily lunch special and they also have a lunch special menu. I chose the Roast beef and red pepper panini. It was really good. It came with a really fresh side salad. I would rate it higher but I personally think that it was on the expensive side. I only drank water so my total was $13 and some change.",
"Hurray for some truly wonderful coffee! Stumptown coffee from Portland,OR available at Jeannine's. There are many things that I love about Santa Barbara but after living in the northwest great coffee was hard to find. I adore these beans. Tasty food and pastries too!",
"Went here for a Sunday brunch with the family. A cute locale with a nice breakfast selection. Prices are reasonable. Service was friendly. Location was nice, set off of State Street.\n\nThere is a patio area that would have been nice on a warmer day. I hear there is sometimes live music played on the patio too.\n\nI ordered the corned beef hash \"made from scratch.\" Normally when I order this dish, it includes large chunks of corned beef...VERY different than what comes in the can! However, to my surprise, the \"fresh\" corned beef hash here also looked like the canned stuff. They must have just run it through the food processor or something. I'll take their word that they made it from scratch, but it was a bit disappointing. My husband had the french toast, which basically met his expectations. \n\nI would probably come here again when I want a reasonably priced breakfast in Santa Barbara.",
"Really good quality stuff - love the eggs benedict and fresh fruit is great - very large cappuchinos!",
"Came here on a Sunday for brunch ( how original I know) But hey I LOVE BRUNCH! I walk in and notice that its an order at the counter type of deal, which im absolutely fine with, but then looked at the prices... yeesh. They are pricey and they aren't even working for it. Well we decided to stay anyways cause the food looked good and I was hungry. \n\nMy boyfriend got the smoked salmon plate which had great quality smoked salmon and a yummy sesame bagel. BUT... being that my family owns a bagel shop I guess im snobby when it comes to Cream cheese, but this place was serving up cheap prepacked cream cheese. 20 a plate and I get cheap cream cheese? booooo.\n\nMy eggs benedict was good and was served with fresh fruit (very sweet and yummy), the hollandaise sauce was delicious.\n\nBut My 3 stars goes to the lack of service along with high prices. For coming outta there paying no less than 20 per person. I expect more.",
"A SB friend recommended the place and met up with us here last Sunday (and my birthday!) morning. My eyes lit up upon entering - cases of texas chocolate cake, bear claws, and buttery scones. \n\nA sweet lady working the front took our names and suggested we wait until we had a table before we ordered - lest we got our foods while still standing. \n\nI got the kahlua-soaked banana french toast. Of course. I think it's been beat over the head on Yelp about how good it is. Let me join the chorus: it was amazing (underscored). Mouthfuls of liquer-coated challah drowning in saccharine, bombarded with chunks of banana. If the French really made toast like this, their pain perdu would be heart attack central (no mistranslation pun intended). \n\nThe greek frittata was devoured. Accompanying fruit (pineapple, strawberries, blueberries) was fresh. My friend's lobster benedict was bleeding hollandaise (this dish is bookmarked). \n\nMy cappuccino looked like a mini Mt. Everest on arrival. The froth was almost double the height of the cup. It was an honest and delicious pour.",
"We were referred to this restaurant by our hotel, and could not have been more pleased. It's located just off State St., tucked into a little pocket of stores & restaurants with a fabulous patio area for seating and people watching. \n\nWe had breakfast and I was quite pleased with their wide selection and reasonable prices. We placed our order (Irish oatmeal and a breakfast burrito) and took our number to our table. We snagged a great spot right out front at a secluded table for two, and were promptly brought our coffee and water. On a side note, I am extremely picky with my coffee, like for every 5 cups I order out I typically end up liking 1 or 2, and I loved theirs!! It was an absolutely perfect blend & was served piping hot (I hate warm coffee, because as soon as I add creamer it's cold)! \n\nBreakfast was delivered shortly after and totally hit the spot. The husbands breakfast burrito was HUGE, in fact he couldn't even finish it! It was fresh and filled with veggies, potatoes, chorizo & eggs. My oatmeal as also wonderful, and presented beautifully with fresh fruit, brown sugar and a pot of cream. It was healthy and tasted fabulous.\n\nOverall a huge success, and probably my favorite breakfast of the entire trip.",
"We hitched a ride with some friends who were heading up here for brunch. It is always nice to spend some time on the State St. corridor and Jeannine's a nice detour with some good ambiance. I enjoyed my brunch of huevos rancheros, but I was not totally blown away. Food was ok, service was not bad, and the atmosphere is pretty good. Not a bad place but pretty standard."
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"Caught a very random show here during one of my trips to New Orleans. Wasn't too excited about the band, but it's a cool, intimate venue and I'd go back...",
"Excellent, intimate venue. Great sound quality the times I've been there. Can't wait to go back.",
"I think it was 1999 or 2000 when I was here. \n\nI remember the venue being well decorated and it definitely had that \"New Orleans\" flavor to it. \n\nThe company I worked for at the time had a party here and so we had I think the whole upstairs reserved.\n\nHad a blast. This is a fun place. It would be a good place to see a show also since it is so small.",
"Went there one evening during our honeymoon in 2005. They had a cute little gift shop with lots of shirts, mugs, hats and posters. My husband picked up a really nice olive and black shirt with a little martini glass insignia, and boy did it make him look hot! Mmmm!\n\nWe had desserts and just chilled waiting for the music. The wait staff was nice and attentive. They were having a good time giggling and whispering together when they could catch a free moment. The desserts were rich and decadent but not too memorable. The place seemed like a chain, it was just a bit too manicured, the flare too strategically arranged. \n\nStill we enjoyed the music and had a fun time, the sound was excellent. And I would say the entire place had a relaxed happy atmosphere. And my husband still looks sexy in that shirt.",
"As a restaurant, I'd say pretty good. I've had the gumbo here and it wasn't bad. The art inside the restaurant is definitely worth checking this place out so yeah.\n\nAlso, the gift shop has some pretty cool tshirts and guitar piks. So I'd check that out also.\n\nAnd of course, HOB is also a music venue. It's usually really good with local artists. But when I touring band comes to HOB, the security can be a bit overbearing. I mean, when you're standing up watching a band and you're surround by 10 security guys. It gets annoying. There's too much security in the crowds now. And ok, I like rock-mosh pits and all. And there is security in the pits now trying to break it up. It's annoying because if you're at a rock show, you know there's going to be a pit so you should expect it. Security shouldn't be so prominent that they stand next to you and make sure you don't move. It's fucked up. I also dislike the camera system they have. They will take your camera and put in an some obsure box that probably all HOB employees have access to-- so don't bring the camera. If your camera is nice enough, I'm sure it will be stolen.\n\nIt's a nice place for some shows, but other shows can be not so good at HOB. However, the Parish, Hob's smaller upstairs venue, is really nice. When there are shows in the parish the security is not as overbearing and you can really have a good time.",
"HOB is great for shows and venues, there is a private room upstairs for small parties and company happenings. Thursday nights are S.I.N. been there a couple of time and everyone is cool, never any drama.\n\nHad the food there, that catfish pecan was salty as all hell, take it easy on the seasonings dude.",
"YES!!!\n\nAfter flying in from Boston for a solo week/end of R&R&D I decided to check out Jeff Tweedy of Wilco......the line to get in was beyond stupid but hey...it's a big show and people that I met earlier in the night were from everywhere down South. Once inside the place was packed tight...I found a spot by the bar at the entrance and had a few beers...the one thing I miss about clubs is SMOKING....I'm not a full time smoker but do love one when I'm at a show or in a bar (f-you to those that disagree)...anyway....the bartenders were awesome as was the crowd...they served bottles and cans (Boston may as well pour it in your mouth cause it's either a shitty plastic cup or a plastic bottle) which was great.\n\nAfter a few beers downstairs I had to take a leak so I went upstairs and stayed up there for the remainder...it comes down to this...it's a great place to see a show in the most amazing city this world has to offer.\n\nAll in all the crowd was great and the HOB was awesome...it's too bad...Cambridge had the O.G. HOB which is no longer around...now it's some shit Irish bar that has half ass Irish bands and sub par food....BAM!...oh and Tweedy was amazing.\n\nThere's always New Orleans",
"Just like the House of Blues in Chicago, you can't go wrong. \n\nGreat place to see a show- can get close to the stage and the bar isn't a far walk either. Staff is very friendly!",
"I've performed at every House of Blues in the USA, during my stint as bassist with Burning Spear... \n\nsave for the itsy bitsy Orlando one... \n\nAnd I must admit, I always looked forward to House of Blues gigs.. especially the New Orleans Branch..\n\nOk, I must admit, that it is a \"chain restaurant/venue\".. so its not as authentic an experience .. but as far as \"corporate\" experiences go.. they do a pretty good job in creating atmosphere..\n\nthe folk americana.. afro centric.. blues decor is very intimate and has that raw.. sweet dark velvet vibes...\n\nthe staff are professional.. the a.c. works.. the sound is premium.. unlike gigs at \"irving plaza\" for example in nyc... with spotty sound..\n\nfood is first rate... and you can't beat the neighborhood..\n\nultimatly the french quarter amp up the vibes for House Of Blues.. spilling out into the street post gig.. belly full from a decent meal..\n\ndrifting out into the street. its one of those sublime memories for me..\n\ncheck it out......",
"went here for a private party (entire place rented out). it's bigger than the house of blues in chicago. similar stage area but also has the voodoo garden. not sure about the food, but i think it's a great music venue."
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"I really enjoyed eating at Rooster's Kitchen. I had the Mac and cheese, and I added the brisket and cauliflower, with cheddar Ritz on top. The sauce was creamy, and had a lot of flavor. My boyfriend got the Canadian Tuxedo, which is a Canadian bacon sandwich with a fried egg and a whiskey maple aioli. It was incredible. The side of roasted potatoes made for a perfect sized meal. I can't wait to come back and try more of the sandwiches. Glad to have Rooster's as a option now.",
"Wow. The brisket and the mac and cheese are outstanding. I also sampled the grilled cheese and the roasted potatoes. The beer selection is amazing. I would highly recommend this place.",
"We were fortunate to come early enough to chat with the owner and he's an awesome dude. The craft beer list is extensive and the build your own mac and cheese is the finest of comfort foods. I personally got the bacon, broccoli, carrot, and blue cheese and it was amazing. My brother got the bacon mushroom, onion and blue cheese and it was also amazing. Give the bacon popcorn a try while you're at it. Very good! Would recommend!",
"Pros:\nstaff was very friendly and service was really good\nthe building is pretty cool with the exposed brick wall on the interior\n\nCons:\nmac & cheese was a little on the bland side \na bit pricey - $40-$50 for a lunch for two\n\nreally really wanted to like this place. headed down with a friend and both had the mac and cheese with brisket and cheddar cheese top. cool place on the inside and the staff was great - super friendly and top notch service as well! food was a little pricey (i think the build your own started at $13 if i remember correctly). it was the mac and cheese that let us both down - we were using copious amounts of salt to try to add flavor. consistency was great - it just lacked the \"cheesiness\" somehow. final conclusion was that we were glad we went, but it probably was just not quite up to the level of making the \"we have to go back\" list.",
"Pros: delicious mac n cheese, cool interior\nCons: they just opened, and the kinks aren't worked out yet\n\nWe want to like this place. The staff is very friendly, albeit they seem understaffed. We waited at least 45 minutes for mac n cheese and a grilled cheese, and they were out of the first two dishes my husband asked for. When the mac n cheese FINALLY came out, it was wrong. Like, totally wrong. Not that we are looking for free food, but nobody really offered anything for the extremely long wait and incorrect order. All in all, 47 bucks for two beers, grilled cheese, and a mac n cheese. Little pricey. But, my mac and cheese was definitely delicious. It's your choice!",
"Try the best damn grilled cheese, add bacon and a egg, delicious! Also give the pork rinds a try as they are addictive. Great atmosphere and the staff and owner are very friendly!",
"We started with pork rinds, bacon popcorn and Zombie Dust and everything was delicious. In addition to Zombie Dust, they had a nice variety of other great beers to pick from. I had the grilled cheese with bacon and egg and it was fantastic. My wife had mac n cheese and loved it. Another reviewer mentioned that there were kinks to work out, but the timing of the food was perfect and the service was friendly and efficient. We can't wait to go back.",
"I stopped by for lunch today and ordered the brisket sandwich with a side of charred carrots and an additional side of mac & cheese. Good food and overall, a very positive experience.\n\nThe staff was very friendly and welcoming. I appreciated when my waitress brought out my meal and mentioned that the giardiniera is great when it's put on the sandwich instead of leaving it as a side item. She was right! There is a lot of bread making up the bun and by the time you add several thick cuts of brisket and caramelized onions, there isn't much room to add anything else. But the acidity of the pickled veggies and the slightly bitter and salty olives add levels of flavor.\n\n The meat itself is thick and moist, reminding me of stewing beef without the deep charring. Still, the flavor was good. The charred carrots were a nice surprise for my side. Just a hint of sweetness released from the carrots.\n\n The mac & cheese side comes with one veggie and one topping. I decided on the broccoli and cheddar ritz topping. The mac and cheese uses a light and creamy bechamel that doesn't bind the pasta into clump. \n\n I would recommend giving this place a try!\n\nReview # 175",
"This is in the old R Bistro site (good riddance- they were arrogance personified.) It is not a chicken place! The decor looked the same and they have a fairly limited menu. The servers were all very, very friendly and smiled all the time. How refreshing!. I had the grilled cheese with pan roasted new potatoes. Both were very good, although my favorite grilled cheese is still from The Yard. My buddy had some kind of pulled pork sandwich with carrots. He found the pork way too dry and asked for some au jus. Not sure it helped. The carrots, however, were fantastic. They had a good Thursday night crowd, however, it does not take too many customers to fill it up. Probably will not return anytime soon, only because nothing there grabbed us.\n",
"From the moment I saw \"Make Yer Own Mac N Cheese\" on their menu, I knew I had to give this place a try. \n\nWe went in at 3pm on a Sunday and the place was nearly empty, understandable for being an odd time and a new spot. We were quickly greeted by April, our amazing waitress. She was so helpful with suggestions, personal favorites, knowledge of the business/owner and what was on draft. She even gave us a sample of the kombucha that we didn't order! As far as service, 150%, 10/5 stars. \n\nI ordered the mac n cheese, of course. We also ordered the pomegranate kombucha on draft. It was tasty! I got a fried egg, with cauliflower and caramelized onions. It was really really good and perfect for the rainy, lazy Sunday when we attended. Would I say it was the best mac n cheese I've had in Indy? No, but that doesn't mean I won't be back. Maybe I didn't try the best combination? Maybe if they offered suggestions on combos and varieties, so I know what they like best, I would have had the best mac n cheese in town? Who knows. It was still good! The portions are a bit small for me, considering the mac n cheese was my main dish, but I'm sure that could be improved over time. \n\nWill I be back? Of course! Would I order the same thing again? Probably not. I'd definitely recommend asking for suggestions on combinations for the mac n cheese if that's what you're looking to order!"
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"We loved everything about our dinner at Sacred Pepper. From the trendy decor, to the specialty drinks, the fabulous servers and everything in between. They truly paid attention to every detail. When we arrived, we stood at the bar with cocktails, as it was standing room only. I tried the black widow and loved it... A perfect blend of a drink... I don't like sweet drinks and this was excellent. I also enjoyed the Tall and Sexy. \n\nWe were a group of 9 and we made reservations in the wine room, so we could watch the Lightning win their playoff game. Our server, Patricia, was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. She said they've been in training for a few weeks and that tonight was their grand opening. They truly did a superb job. \n\nPrices for the dinners were reasonable and portions were large. Drinks average $10, and were creative and great. Some appetizers at our table were the goat cheese baklava (if you like goat cheese, get this!), the 4 cheese broccolini pizza, oysters and the spicy pepper app. Everyone liked all of them. My favorite app was the goat cheese. The house salad has a sweet kick with a coconut dressing, which I enjoyed. Hubby liked the one that was more savory. \n\nI had the grouper piccata with cauliflower mash and asparagus. It was delicious. Melt in your mouth. Hubby had the Chilean seabass, which we loved. Friends had the meatballs, short rib cavatelli, pork chop, salads... Honestly, no one complained about anything. \n\nAnd, we always save room for dessert... We tried the ice cream sundae (my favorite), creme brûlée bread pudding (excellent) and chocolate cake. \n\nSacred Pepper is located on N. Dale Mabry at northdale in the spot that Grille 116 used to be in. \n\nSacred Pepper- Welcome to the neighborhood! We look forward to dining here again soon.",
"Great evening complimented by delicious food and great cocktails! Opening night was tonight. Staff was eager to please and very friendly. Definitely coming back. So happy we have a new place to go! Great service by Patricia! Welcome to the neighborhood, Sacred Pepper! Beautiful decor, too!",
"My FH and I have been looking forward to the opening of Sacred Pepper ever since we saw the signs and made reservations for the formal opening night.\n\n \n\nWe were seated right away and approached by an anxious server. The interior is very pretty- the hues, lighting and artwork all very balanced. I didn't care for our table set up though- a table for two with bench seating all along the wall and chairs on the other side. We typically order several dishes which makes for a lot of table rearranging with such small real estate. We noticed the same issues at the other tables set up this way.\n\n \n\nWe caught happy hour and so ordered two glasses of wine- a Baby Tuscan which was already a steal at $7.1 regular priced and even better at $6. Then we settled in for our sampling.\n\n \n\nHungarian Hot Peppers & Fontinella- a great starter dish that mixed salty and savory with the peppers, olives and cheese with a crispy cheesy flatbread. \n\n \n\nBeef & Blue Brioche- we rarely order beef but in this case it was a great decision. They were sliders and the brioche was soft and tasty, the beef tender and the blue cheese gave just the right amount of kick. We were concerned they might be dry but wound up pleasantly surprised they were not.\n\n \n\nProsciutto Mushroom & Goat Cheese Pizzette- these are touted as a pizza/flatbread but I'd say they are more like a focaccia/flatbread as they are fluffier- in a good way! Not dry with a real nice chew to them. The portion was large and the savory flavors of the cheese meshed wonderfully with the olive and prosciutto for salt. \n\n \n\nReggiano Cheese Fries- while yes these are only fries, we had higher hopes. We didn't get any reggiano flavor. The fries were not hot or crisp, the jalapeno ketchup disappointed, but the herb aioli was good and I even dipped a few bites of the pizzette crust in it. \n\n \n\nWe enjoy seeking out non chain restaurants, even better to have one so close. Unfortunately, while we enjoyed our meal, it wouldn't make the 'repeat' list just yet. \n\n \n\nSide note- the rest rooms were really well appointed. Spacious and with nice touches like the 'vacant' indicator, a hook by the sinks for purses, scented hand lotion.",
"Location: Smiley Sacred Pepper (Carolwood)\nDate: 4-19-2016\nTime: 1830\n\nThis is the newest restaurant offering from the DeBartolo family, located in the Carolwood area. The entire establishment takes Miss's DeBartolo's love of the color blue and expresses it in a variety of ways. From a large blue lit water instillation behind the oversized bar, to the blue straw that you'll see in your glass. Overall the motif is a bit much for my tastes...perhaps if they went with my favorite colour :) \n\nWe had made a reservation and were seated promptly into tight quarters, which consisted of a two-top (one chair and a communal bench) never my preferred seating configuration. The service staff...much liked the restaurant was quite new and in the case, a little green. \n\nCiabatta Bred Offering (No Charge)\nYou start you meal with a complimentary offering of small Ciabatta rolls accompanied by an oil based sun dried tomato dipping sauce. There were three rolls with two being a flavored and one without extras. I always think that small portions are to follow whenever a free starch is brought tableside. This however was not the case. \n\nProsciutto Mushroom & Goat Cheese Pizzettes ($15.90) \nThis dish combined dense rich flavors together to make a great tasting earthy pizza of sorts. It's something I enjoyed, but wouldn't want to eat a lot of it. The black olive aioli really brought the dish together by cutting some of the rich/fatty notes and made the pie more cohesive. \n\nHungarian Hot Peppers & Fontinella ($4.90)\nThis was a great surprise in the fact that 1-it was one of the most affordable offering on the menu (less than the sides) and it was so very tasty. I love briny, spicy, acidic combinations and this one did not disappoint. \n\nBeef & Blue Brioche ($15.90)\nThis dish was served like a typical slider, with three to an order. I peaked under the hood to see medium/well cooked beef and Maytag Blue cheese (one of my most favorite cheeses). The description said it also had an herb mayo, but I did not see it, which lead me to a bite would result in the ole camel mouth (google it). After the first taste I was sold. It was not only moist and supple, but delicious and the misses favorite. \n\nReggiano Cheese Fries ($6.00) \nThese were ordered for a few reasons 1- I love a good fry, 2- I love spicy + ketchup and lastly because I love cheese anywhere near fries. These disappointed on all levels, there was no cheese to be had (check the pic), the ketchup was not spicy in the least and the fires tasted like a failed fast food offering that were neither crisp not hot. Could it have been opening night jitters...sure...but if they can't do fries right I'm not sure what that says about the restaurant as a whole. \n\nWater Closets - 2/Multi-Stall\nAfter seeing the décor I was excited to get into the restrooms to see if they were trying as hard to be hip as the rest of the place...they were...but that's ok...even trying to be cool restrooms are something I enjoy :). They had nice wood panel flooring with accents of blue (much nicer than the blue spotted carpets in the main restaurant) a nice tile design, a very nice vanity area boutique soaps. Worth a stop\n\n\nOverall the experience was forgettable and no single dish stood out as something I will be wanting to return for. As with any newly opened (opening night) establishment there are many areas for improvement and I'd like to see the Scared Pepper take advantage of them. I'll be back...it won't be for a while...but I hope to have a better experience when I do.",
"Great Atmosphere, excellent service. Cocktails were superb and the food was amazing!",
"If there was a way to give negative stars, I would. Arrived 5 minutes prior to our 8:30 reservations, to be told it would be a 45-50 minute wait! Two of the three hostesses seemed genuinely embarrassed that what is supposed to be a fine dining establishment would sink to such a ridiculous offering . The third hostess, who seemed to be the head was rude and unprofessional stating that they have a lot of reservations as her matter of fact explanation. Judging from the number of people in the waiting area and the bar, over booking is a HUGE issue at this restaurant and could be its demise if not rectified promptly. Very disappointing experience.",
"Maybe it was a bad idea to try and eat at a restaurant the first weekend it opened. But then again, maybe the restaurant shouldn't be taking walk ins when they can't even handle people with reservations. \n\nWe had 8:15 reservations and left at 9:00 after the girls at the front could not even guess at how much longer I'd be waiting. \n\nWhile my wife and I waited outside, we saw several people Marching off angry with empty stomachs.\n\nAmbiance is Ok. Kind of a cookie cutter feel. What I've read of the food is that it's good, but not memorable. Therefore, I probably won't be back. Can't have mediocre food and crappy service.",
"Scared Pepper welcome to neighborhood! Just what North Tampa needs is another great restaurant! You clearly delivered and your place has it all atmosphere, service and most importantly great food. For only being opened a week, your team executed above expectations . Also just loved CaCaCa Martini made with Patron XO cafe. Also have to admit you really got it right with pricing as well! I would have expected to see higher prices on menu. Off to a great start and can't wait to be back with friends. Cheers to your new success !!",
"If you're looking for a classy date place, this fits the bill. Atmosphere is elegant and service is friendly and attentive. We started with the crab cakes and the goat cheese baklava appetizers. Crab cakes were delicious and definitely worth a repeat, and essentially all crab (with a lovely corn pepper salsa along with). The goat cheese baklava was decent, but I wouldn't order again. The flavors paired really nicely, however there was something about the very flakey, very thin phyllo layers that didn't work for me with the goat cheese - I wanted something a little more stable as the crunchy element. (Wow, I sound pompous...). For dinner we tried the lobster and crab rotolo and the grouper with cauliflower mash and asparagus. Both were delicious; one in that \"holy cow I'm in food coma rich food heaven\" way, and one in a \"wow this is low carb-ish but absolutely delicious\" way. I'd order either or both again. We finished the evening with the berry shortcake and the brûlée bread pudding. The latter won by a mile - delicious, especially with the excellent ice cream it came with. The berry shortcake was... Fine but forgettable, especially next to the bread pudding. On both, the whipped cream was unfortunately overdone with that dense texture and buttery mouthfeel (ok now I REALLY sound pompous) that I'm not a hue fan of, but the bread pudding was still a win regardless. Overall, and nice evening, and service was speedy, friendly, and extremely helpful.",
"Fantastic is an understatement! I absolutely cannot wait to eat at the Sacred Pepper, again! We arrived about an hour before our reservations on Saturday night and decided to hang out at the bar and have an appetizer before being seated in the main dining area. The bar staff was welcoming and friendly! While at the bar, we had drinks and the meatball appetizer. The meatballs were HEAVENLY ( 60% veal, 40% pork), extremely generous in size and they melted in your mouth. I typically do not eat pork (just a personal preference) but I will definitely order these again. When we were ready to have dinner, the staff up front at the host / hostess stand we were immediately greeted and seated! Extremely friendly and personable staff all the way around. \n\nFor dinner, we sat in the back corner both. The setting was very private and even though the restaurant was slammed pack the noise was never an concern. The vibe was like no other restaurant in the Tampa Bay area. We ordered the short ribs over pasta and the oysters for our meal. I am originally from Louisiana, so I know a thing or 2 about fresh oysters. The oysters, were exceptional. Large in size and fresh. They are served with a house cocktail sauce, (spicier than normal cocktail sauce, but I did not mind the extra kick) and a fresh cucumber mignonette which complimented the cocktail sauce and the fresh oysters! \nThe short rib cavatelli ! WOW! WOW! WOW! I personally did not try the pasta it was served with but the meat was divine! We loved everything about our experience and cannot wait to return.\n\nIt was the perfect place for an intimate date night!"
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"Went to the soft opening and we are really excited to have such a fun and unique restaurant in the Brandon area. Should have taken pictures of the great decorations, like having our own slice of New Orleans right here in Florida!",
"Oh my. This is def a must try. The service was amazing, our server Haley was absolutely wonderful, friendly and attentive. \n\nNow I'll preface with the fact that I go to New Orleans quite often, and am a HUGE fan of Cajun food. The food is absolutely amazing (could use more heat but that's what the hot sauce is for!). We had the Chicken Pontchartrain - the chicken was moist and flavorful and the disk it self was the perfect amount of spice, zest and blends of flavors. We also had the crawfish etoufee which was very delicious!\n\nDrinks! We had the Hemingway (kinda like a mojito) It was delish!! The voodoo magic was amazing! We also had the mint joulep and the sazerac - great for bourbon lovers! \n\nVery excited to live down the street from this place! \n\nWent today! 10/05/16 to make sure the food was consistent. It was epic. The food is wonderful. Had the blackened chicken which was on point. A bit spicy - but they let you know. It was the perfect mix of lemony, spicy and delicious.",
"This was for their soft opening, so we had to pick from limited menus. My wife got the blackened chicken with grit cakes, red peppers and artichoke hearts. To us, the chicken was good but a bit to salty. We have worked really hard in the last couple years limiting salt in our diets and we noticed that in a lot of restaurant food. I probably would have loved it two years ago. The grit cakes and the sauce on them was one of the best things I have ever eaten. I had their sampler platter. It comes with a cup of chicken gumbo, jambalaya, and a crawfish pie. The pie was delicious. Fried just right so that it wasn't greasy with generous amounts of crawfish tail. The gumbo was the star of my plate. The best I have had since my last New Orleans trip and a taste of home that I miss. I haven't had anything that can touch it here in Florida. The jambalaya was cooked just right so that it wasn't just mush, but again a bit salty for my taste. \n\nWe also had their fried green tomatoes and popcorn crawfish as an appetizer. Excellent. Some of the best fried crawfish I have ever had.\n\nThe decor and atmosphere will make you think you are in New Orleans and the service was excellent.\n\nSuch a welcome edition to Brandon.",
"Loved, Loved, Loved I'm a Nola girl so excited about Tibbys opening. I was holding my breath that it was as good as the two in Orlando. I had the shrimp poboy.The bread was the best french bread I've had in Fl.Lots of shrimp and perfectly dressed. I had a Hurricane it was spot on.When I walked in I felt at home. The decor is so French Quarter. So happy they picked Brandon to open .I now have a place like home here in Brandon. I finished with the beignets they were light not heavy and full of bread.Tibby has a new super fan Love Dat baby.",
"This is a must stop by place! They originated in Orlando and we made the trip to east Orlando every time we visited just to eat at Tibbys. We are very excited to have one right in Brandon. We went for lunch during the soft opening and it is the amazing food we are in love with. Stop by Tibbys for some amazing food and leave room for desert, the beignets are out of this world and make sure to ask for some bourbon sauce to top them off.",
"So excited to try this place since I love New Orleans food! This place is pretty big and there's tons of parking in the back. I went during lunch and it was pretty packed but there was still seats in the bar area. It's also pretty easy to spot while driving since the sign is pretty big.\n\nFood we ordered:\nShrimp and Alligator Cheesecake- This was interesting. It was good but I couldn't tell what I was eating. It would have been better if the shrimp and alligator could be more recognized. This came with toasted bread and melted cheese on top.\n\nFried Green Tomatoes and Crawfish- Pretty yummy! I wish there was less breading on the crawfish but the tomatoes and sauce were both really good.\n\nLunch Special- I got the house salad with fried oysters and a cup of gumbo. Everything was so good! The house dressing is very good. I only wished there was less rice in the gumbo. Gumbo was good and satisfied my gumbo craving, next time I think I will have to get a larger size because the cup didn't fill me up!\n\nBeignets- WOW. So good! This comes out hot and with TONS of powdered sugar, I mean TONS. \n\nOverall I liked it but I have had better before. There's not many places to get gumbo around me so I will be back!",
"Went during the soft opening and I must say they did an amazing job. I have been to NOLA and the food was to die for (came back a few pounds heavier, lol). Coming here took me back to NOLA.....the food so amazing and the service on point. My friend and I had Shrimp and Grits and jambalaya and we were impressed. You can tell they have taken the time to understand and respect the culture and love of food that NOLA has. You get a decent size plate (didn't think I could eat it all.....ended up wanting to lick the plate) so come hungry and ready to feel like you are back in the city.",
"The food was excellent! Tiffany was such a great server! She recommended us several items such as the onion rings that were huge and by huge she meant huge! My boyfriend really enjoyed the 12 napkin deep fried sandwich. Again, thank you Tiffany! :)",
"Food was great! Large portions, authentic atmosphere and friendly staff! It took almost an hour to get our food to the table. So the manager comped our meal! I'm sure the new kitchen staff will work out the problems. I can't wait to go back and try something new!",
"Let's try the new place, OK let's go! One of the managers that has been involved in setting up the restaurant, was frequenting my favorite lunch spot and talking up Tibbey's. We decided to sit at the bar, about 10 seats 1 1/2 bartenders. Greeting was a little slow, no suggestions? Ordered 2-beers , Turbo Dog was great, and one signature Hurricane with no straw, hard to drink a drink with a topper with no straw? Ordered Oyster Poor Boy, Jambalaya, Andouille Grits. After a log wait everything came out cold OK re cook, Not our fault you left it in the window to get cold!\nCustomer service definitely took a dive from here. Food came out and was phenomenal Were pretty much ignored from there. Finally the manager was talking to a patron 2-chairs over for about 5-minutes, had to raise my voice to get his attention. Had no idea what had happened. But was very apologetic, and comped the meal. Not what we were looking for but appreciated. What he did not realize is that all three of us were and are Restaurant Managers and just wanted to give some suggestions. Will definitely go back, we know it their first week open and they will work through their service issues. The Food is Fantastic"
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"Great place. It's small and cozy, just very well done. Its great for a date because the lighting makes everyone look good and they have the best wine and cheese in town (girls love that). They also have a very nice beer selection and a bunch of fun munchies. And if your still sober enough for desert they have the best banana, caramel and Mascarpone panini (yum!).",
"This may be one of my favorite places, in any city. It has an excellent, fun and descriptive wine menu. The light food - paninis & bruschetta -is tasty and the ambience is casual and easy. A couple of tables outdoors lets you enjoy your wine al fresco. And \"sunday school\" can't be beat for a half price glass of wine they want you to try out. I wish they'd open one in NYC...",
"very chill atmosphere. they play a lot of good thievery corporation. they have a lot of really good healthy food. the beer selection is classic. the wine menu is brilliant.",
"i love this place because they have a great wine and champagne selection. it's really cute and tiny, so you have to come early in the evening to get a table. their food selection is good too. i like their artichoke sandwhich and nutella panini. yum.",
"Every city should have a Tria. Great staff, and a balanced ambiance that has energy, but that you can also languish in for hours. Sit outside on Sansome if it's nice, but if you want prime summer people-watching in Center City, there's no substitute for Rouge. Very warm and cozy in the winter months -- grab a back table if it's just two of you for a little more privacy.\n\nWine by the glass is at the heart of Tria -- the selection cycles regularly, and the list is structured more according to your mood than the type of grape, which invites more experimental choices. Ask the staff about the wines -- they know the list well, and make good recommendations. The food is solid -- try a cheese or two, definitely get the figs wrapped in prosciutto if you like those two things, and the asparagus/artichoke salad is tasty as well. It's often overlooked, but Tria also has a pretty interesting beer selection for those of you that don't dig on wine... no Monk's beer bible, but still way beyond your standard fare. Overall: great concept and top-notch execution -- Tria should clone itself in other cities.",
"Great selection of wines, beer and cheeses. Friendy and knowledgeable staff. Tends to get crowded in the evenings, but perfect atmosphere on a late afternoon or weekend.",
"Love, love, LOVE Tria. Excellent wines, good tapas. The menu of wine, beer, and cheese is extensive but accessible. It's not pretentious at all. They have a lot of staff for a small room. Never been to their classes, but I hear they're great--they sell out often. It can get crowded at times, but if you don't mind it's worth a visit.",
"Tria for lunch on a lazy day is awesome. They have lovely beverages, great tasting food that is also very light and healthy. Their 'snacks' menu features many Mediterranean inspired dishes- the warm Tuscan White Bean spread with baguette is yummy. They also have salads and sandwiches that feature their vast array of cheeses, one part of their fermentation trifecta. Which brings me to the other two parts--wine and beer. The wine list changes daily and lists wines by mood--zippy, smooth, luscious, funky, sociable and bold. The wine features a wide range of varietals from around the world. It ain't cheap, but you can find some truly special wines. The beer list changes daily and describes beers as invigorating, friendly, profound and extreme. Similarly to the wine list, the beer list is international, with many Belgians, Scotch Ales, Germans and American microbrews. Tria is the perfect spot to indulge your inner gourmand.",
"You can't miss with this place. If you are planning on chatting with friends or being in love with your date (or just loving tapas), then opt for a bottle, as glasses of wine are about $8.\n\nEvery dish here is amazing. Get a few snacks (aka: appetizers) and fewer sandwiches (panini's). Desserts are not a questions - do not skip these!\n\nHere are my choices:\n\nWarm Poached Black Mission Figs with Gorgonzola and Prosciutto di Parma snack\nBrie with Allagash-Poached Cherries brushetta\nmoked Chicken with Apple Mustard, Sliced Apple, Brie and Arugula Grilled Panino\nBanana, Caramel and Mascarpone Panino",
"Lets face it... wine, beer and cheese... how can you go wrong?\n\nCompletely recommend visiting on a Sunday, as they have a Sunday School tasting menu... one wine, cheese and beer for you to try at half the usual price. It's a good way to try something different, though everything we tried was great, and the waitstaff are super friendly and helpful.\n\nOnly other tip... get there early or be prepared to wait.\n\nEnjoy!!!"
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"I didn't have incredible expectations for this sports-bar type of place but the food turned out to be very good - beating my expectations. They were still working out some kinks with the waitstaff and the kitchen which is to be expected days after opening but the staff was friendly and accommodating. With a group of five people and everyone enjoyed their meals ranging from fish to burgers. \n\nTons of well placed tv's and well run - personal pet peeve is sports bar who don't understand where to put their tv's and what games to put on ... too many of them don't care... kinda like how CBS handles the NCAA tournament, but I digress... \n\nWorth mentioning is the cool, one-way glass above the men's room urinals allow you to check out the bar scene and tvs in the bar area while in the restroom. Cool but creepy.",
"This place exceeded my expectations by far. The fact that it's a chain and a sports bar were two mental strikes against it going in. Add to the fact that I'd been inside that sad hovel of an OTB that formerly occupied the space. So...the bar was set pretty low.\n\nInside, the space is clean and bright, with windows facing the street. The interior is sleek and modern, and of course -- blue. There are TVs EVERYWHERE. There really doesn't appear to be a bad seat in the house, including the mens room, where hubby tells me you can watch TV through a 2-way mirror while at the urnials. Gross, but cool. \n\nThe service was excellent. Our companion cut her finger on the way over. The host immediately got her a bandage, and even put it on her! Our server was attentive, but not hovery. He did my favorite thing -- waited until we had our food, had time to take a bite or two, then zoomed over to make sure everything was ok. I love that!! He also had them turn down the blasting music at my request.\n\nOn to the food. I have been eating moderately healthy lately. This KILLED my diet. Hubby and I started by splitting the wings. At our server's suggestion, we got the parmesan medium, which he warned was pretty darn hot. He was right. The sauce had a good flavor, but would have liked more of it on the wings. The wings were a 8 out of 10 - meaty, flavorful, not too much fat, but the skin was too mushy. If they would have fried them longer, they would have been near perfect. The blue cheese dressing seemed thin, but if you digged, lots of cheese chunks had settled on the bottom. Our friend got the cheddar bbq burger, which she deemed yummy, and the sweet potato fries sprinkled with cinnamon were very good.\n\nHubby and I split the burger (I could only eat a quarter of it). When they brought it out, it was probably 6 inches high and sitting on top of a bowl of well seasoned tater tots. So what did we get? A burger with --wait for it -- two grilled cheese sandwiches instead of buns. And the grilled cheese had bacon...and ranch dressing. So incredibly unhealthy and absolutely delicious. My only tip -- snarf it down. It tastes perfect when it's hot, but as it starts to cool, it gets so heavy from all the cheese and grease. \n\nGo here...then go take a nap. Go Colts!!",
"Went back a second time, and the experience was even better than the first time. Staff is on the ready, but not annoyingly present. Food was very good. Try the boneless wings. The staff called them tempura, but I think they are actually panko-coated. Either way, they are light and tasty.\n\nAt the recommendation of the host and server, we tried the spinach artichoke dip. GREAT!! It actually had tomatoes and prosciutto in it. Nice addition.\n\nWould really like for them to post their menu online. The menu is SO BIG, I would like to peruse before I go.\n\nAs before, went at lunchtime (they were a lot busier this time) and managed to get out within an hour. Keep the momentum going guys, and you're be a great success!",
"As others have mention about this place, the service is outstanding. The workers are so friendly. For places like this, service can make or break your restaurant. The waitresses were always coming around with a smile on their faces and not just asking if you needed anything, but actually talking to you. That really makes an impression on me. I know of plenty sports themed bars with poor service and good food, which is a same; however, Colts Grille has both!\n\nI only stopped in to get some beers after work and was shocked by the selection and quality of beers both in bottle and on tap. Great global and local selection. I just had to try a few, I couldn't help myself!\n\nThe menu seemed to have a wide range of selection, but I just glanced through it real quick. I will be sure to update when I have tried a few menu items.\n\nMy favorite part is the fact they have outside seating. Even though we did not sit outside, I love the fact you have the ability to. I wish there were more bar type restaurants with outdoor seating downtown. Definitely a plus.",
"Went here on a day the Colts weren't playing but my Redskins were! My boyfriend and I were allowed the pick of any seat we wanted to accommodate our game watching preferences. We sat down and checked out the menu and were overwhelmed with the awesome options. We started with the Buffalo Shrimp Wontons were turned out to be an excellent choice. We then ordered and split the Bangkok burger (a great one if you love Asian flare) and the Deep-Fried burger (a total and complete experience type of meal). We upgraded our sides to sweet potato fries which turned out to have a cinnamon/nutmeg kick to them and the ultimate mac and cheese which was to die for. The meal was superb. By that time we finished my team had just broken into the fourth quarter so we let our stomachs settle a bit and then ordered dessert with five minutes to go in the game. We got the chocolate peanut butter mousse concoction and not only was it HUGE it tasted awesome. I highly recommend this place especially if your team is playing. We wer given great service but keep in mind it wasn't a packed house because the Colts game wasn't on. I'm not sure how they are going to do with a full seated section but who knows. They seem game for it! =D",
"I had heard some good things about this place so we decided to go here to watch a Colts game. They were playing at home that night so we knew it was going to be crowded, we arrived about an hour and a half before the game started not really expecting to find a table right away.\n\nWell we went in and put our names in and they said there were about 10 tables ahead of us, so we were standing there trying to decide if we were going to stay, the next thing you know, some other lady comes up to us and asks if we need a table and sat us down right away. Kind of weird, but whatever!\n\nSo we walk to our tables and there were tvs everywhere, with any game you want to watch on. There were a lot of people but it didnt feel crowded. Also, there were 3 other tables that I saw open so I'm not sure why the guy told us it might be a while. You would think with everyone in their fancy headsets that there would be better communication. So, We sit down at our table and a very young and friendly waitress comes over and tells us the specials and gives us some menus. She said all of the domestic beer was on special, only problem was they were out of basically everything but Bud Light, which is probably my least favorite beer. I am not sure why that on, probably their busiest night since they opened, they were out of so much. Oh well, I didnt really care. I was just glad we got a table surrounded by so many Colts fans and no matter where you looked you could see a TV. Seemed like a great atmosphere to watch a game. So far, I was loving the place, even with the blaring and annoying pop music they had playing.\n\nThe menu- Not really sure what they are trying to do here. The menu was very large and so many different types of food. There was just so much going on from wings and nachos to Korean Bulgogi salad to fish to pasta to steak. With so many different options, quality is bound to suffer. I started with the wings- they were good but way too expensive. They were about $1 a wing and no bigger than BW3's wings. They were good but definitely not worth the price. My wife got the Bulgogi salad, the description sounded delicious, but it was not memorable at all. Definitely not Bulgogi meat, kind of tasted like sirloin with some type of asian seasoning drizzled on top, not terrible just not what it is supposed to taste like. We also got the nachos, which were just as everyone else said, humongous. They were good but way too many nachos with not enough toppings. Everything on the menu was pretty expensive for the quality of food they serve you. Just feel like they are trying way to hard with their menu, keep it simple!!\n\nThe service was the best part. Our waitress was so friendly, she loved her job and was just so happy to be there. It was pretty crowded and she was always around to help with anything we needed and did not seem stressed or tired. Every time I saw her she had a huge smile on her face no matter what. \n\nNow if you are a huge Colts fan, like me, that really actually understands the game and likes to watch every play then this is probably not the best place to watch it. They seem like they are trying to cater to women, children, and the casual fan that like loud sound effects and cheesy graphics. Every time there would be a big play or third down or something like that, they had some type of program they installed where it made the screen actually smaller and had these corny graphics trying to simulate being at the game. My wife and some of the other women and children loved it, but I was not a fan. I dont really need to be told what down it is, when to clap, or when to get loud!! This was very annoying because they did it all the time and it made it hard to see what was actually going on; the screen would get smaller to make room for the amateur graphics and they would turn the sound off so that they could pipe in their own noise.\n\nAnother thing that eventually made us leave was near the end of the third quarter in a very surprising close game, something happened and everything shut off. Eventually the tvs came back on, but there was no sound. I think something happened across the street with a blown breaker or something. I dont think it was anything they could control but it was definitely very annoying. I think it was just karma for them messing with the game in the first place. Our friendly waitress came over with a smile and apologized but we really wanted to watch the game with sound so we left and drove home to watch the end.\n\nOverall, this is a really cool place. It is pretty large with tv's everywhere. Service is very good, but the food is average and over priced. If you do not have the NFL package at home, this would be a great place to come on a Sunday and watch the games, you may want to wear some headphones because the music can get very loud. I would not recommend watching Colts games here though, unless you like all that corny stuff. Which reminds me, they do allow kids, just not in the bar area.",
"My boyfriend and I just moved here from Chicago and stopped in on a day that The Colts were not playing. The hostess asked us what game we wanted to watch and led us to a table near a tv with that game on. The waiter that serve us was fantastic and the menu looks great. We haven't had a full meal, but we tried the chips and salsa. The portion was HUGE! While perusing the menu I can see that they are more creative and have much more variety than your average sports bar. Will have to review again after we eat lunch or dinner there. Will definitely be back!",
"If I could rate service alone, I'd give this place 5 stars, but there is more to a place than just service. I visited here during a home Colts game and thought that finding a spot only a block away was going to be a good omen for the entire night. It wasn't - for both our party and the Colts.\n\nFirst, the place was booming when we arrived which was great, and even as busy as it was, we were seated immediately. There are TVs EVERYWHERE! It doesn't matter where you are seated, you have at least one perfect view of a TV with many others in your periphery. Second, our waitress was outstanding! She was only 19 and the place is newer, so maybe she hadn't become jaded. As busy as it was when we arrived, she payed just the right amount of attention to us - not overbearing and not leaving us with our glasses empty and always had a smile on her face. She reminded me of my puppy - ecstatic to see anyone and not annoying at all! \n\nNow to the parts that bring the review to 3 stars. While their menu is huge, that isn't always a great thing. I think they are trying to be too many things all at once - American, Asian, seafood, bar food.. you name it, they had it. The prices were a little expensive, too, but I am not a frequent downtown diner, so maybe that is standard. Aside from one of us, we stuck with appetizers that are hard to mess up - fried breadsticks and nachos. Both were good - not great. Aside from the menu and food - during the actual football game, they were constantly telling the crowd when to cheer. This is not my first football game to watch, and I'm pretty aware of when the Colts do something for which I should cheer. They would also put graphics all over the TV monitors which would then make the actual game picture smaller and hard to see. It was just annoying.\n\nI probably would not come back, but try for yourself - I seem to be in the minority.",
"Stopped in for a meeting with several friends last week. Second time I had dropped by. Great sports bar and some great food too. Maybe I'm to easy, or love almost all foods, but I'll let you know what I enjoyed.\n\nFirst of all the Mac & Cheese was out of the park delish as was the seared ahi tuna with a caramel sauce that really made it superb. The pizza was OK, but not spectacular, thin crust and well prepared. Beers out the wazoo and I was glad to see them serving local brews like Sun King (yea!) and Upland.\n\nI'll be back for the food even when there's not a game on the 1,000's of TV's around the place. Oh, and each booth has a private TV YOU can change to whatever channel you want to watch. How cool is that?",
"Seriously one of the strangest dining experiences in quite some time. Not necessarily bad, just weird. The restaurant is a beautiful place. The food is fine. The service is solid....but it got to be too much. Our waiter was way too into his script. He came back to check on us (interrupting conversation) no less than 20 times. We had 3 other people check on us. It was all very nice, but it got to be laughable.\n\nFood was fine. The menu is all over the place. It was just a weird experience."
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"Canteen is 124th streets newest restaurant and if its big, bold, Edmonton institution sister restaurant is any measure of how successful it will be, well, Canteen is in for a long lively ride! Unlike the warm, homey feel of the Red Ox Inn, Canteen is sleek and minimalist. The interior is cold and grey of mainly concrete and steel and devoid of artwork. Perhaps the thinking of this aesthetic was to truly bring focus to the phenomenal food that the kitchen produces. To have the art that is showcased be on your plate and not the wall. Well, it worked for me! Instead of peering at my surroundings my entire attention was on the incredible edibles that were placed in front of me, as well as my dinning companion. \n\nThe Devils On Horseback was absolutely scrumptious. Sweet, juicy, a bit spicy from being stuffed with chorizo and the bacon was perfect - crispy and smoky. For a unique twist, these darling dates were submerged in a tomato sauce. Lets just say one order was not enough for the two of us! Basically the entire Small Plates section of the menu is worth a go in loo of an entree if you're feeling a tapas style dinner. Oh and order the cod on the Small Plates menu. It may not be the menu's Rock Star, but it will be the 'catch'y tune that sticks in your mind for days after. Trust me, I fell for it hook, line & sinker'!",
"I went with 3 friends - one of whom had been here three times already. For the rest of us, this was our first visit. \n\nThe room itself is beautiful - I hate to say this because I love Edmonton - but it almost felt like I had been transported to New York or something. It is stunning, modern, and warmly lit. \n\nI thought I'd try emailing ahead since I have some newish dietary limitations which make me feel like a burden in restaurants these days. I received a prompt response that the kitchen would be able to easily handle my needs which was reassuring. My food sensitivities were communicated to our server before we arrived and she was able to suggest a number of options for me. It was most impressive.\n\nWe had great service and we were also pleased with our delicious meals. I had the radicchio and spinach salad which had a good size of crusted warm goat cheese and little nuggets of bacony goodness. I also had the house fries on the side which were perfectly seasoned and served with some divine Aioli. Sooo good!\n\nI loved Canteen and I'm already planning my next visit!",
"Despite my anger at someone opening a restaurant named Canteen before I had planned to in the next couple years, I am so happy that this Canteen does the brilliant name justice, and impressed me from all standpoints of food, decor, and service. \n\nI was a little hesitant to go to Canteen when I saw the prices, not because they are technically all that high, but mainly because most restaurants in town with premium prices rarely live up to them. Canteen did not disappoint, with its food perfectly priced relative to quality. My salad of greens, endive, molten goat cheese, dates and bacon was a delicious effort, not spectacular, but what salad is transcendental anyway? Vaunted chickpea fries with romesco were stylishly presented and strangely tasted of almost nothing, but were filling and crispy. Wife's shortrib open faced sandwich was also nice, although the bread was a little too tough for easy eating, and flavors were overpowered by too much mustard. Soggy yet tasty rosemary fries with strangely flavorless pink mayo accompanied the right-sized sammie. Frankly, the Marc makes a far superior shortrib sandwich alongside the best fries in town, at a few bucks cheaper to boot. My lemon curd blueberry pastry dessert was perfectly sweet and luscious. Wife's sumptuous chocolate terrine with creme anglais was topped by a scattering of freeze dried fruits that burst with space age flavor. Intelligensia coffee served (excellent hipster brand from the US, but come on Canteen, support local!). \n\nAs a well-travelled designer, I can expertly say the decor of Canteen is truly one of the most beautiful yet restrained restaurants I have experienced, and would fit in with NYC's finest. Industrial finishes are softened with warm woods, plastered walls, and lighting that makes even bedraggled guests handsome. Beautiful tabletops, chairs, banquettes, and flatware. Pricey pricey bathrooms. Small details abound, right down to napkin-ring business cards and graphic-designy menus. Back bar a little gloomy I guess. This place inspires and soothes me.\n\nService was terrific, with a bounty of black clad ladies visiting frequently. I razzed my server about her sometimes pretentious wordings, but all in good fun (so say I). Food came out toute suite. \n\nThis guy rarely gushes, but Canteen has a fan in me. Best restaurant in town.",
"Went here for Sunday brunch (which is served until 2pm). Very modern little space. Smells like deliciousness as soon as you walk in. The waitress was excellent, very attentive in getting our drinks and refilling our water glasses. \n\nI had the truffled grilled cheese sandwich ($17). It comes with a variety of items: two sunny side up eggs, two hash brown patties (each about the size of a hockey puck, crispy and delicious), two homemade chicken sausage patties (interesting!), and homemade ketchup (good except I think there is nutmeg or cinnamon in it, which I found to be an odd pairing). The grilled cheese was the highlight for me - crispy and buttery on the outside, gooey and truffled on the inside. Unfortunately it's not a very big sandwich - I was expecting it to be the centre of the dish but it really only took up about a quarter of the plate with all the other items. They also make an excellent spicy ceasar with horseradish in it - super yummy! \n\nOverall, I would come back. Definitely on the expensive side for brunch, but I feel that the premium ingredients they use really comes through on the plate, so to me it's worth it!",
"Enjoyed my first time at Canteen. Went at 11am thinking that one wouldn't need a reservation for brunch, right? Well, hubby and I seemed to arrive JUST on time -- the place was packed and apparently, we were accommodated mostly due to a cancellation.\n\nWalking in reminded me of the sleek decor at Corso32 -- that is, modern and long, though this space is considerably larger than the aforementioned resto.\n\nRob was pleased to know there was beer on tap, and they seemed to be pushing a lot of breakfast cocktail concoctions on the menu. Interesting!\n\nI enjoyed the poached eggs with gravy and biscuits I had, along with their chicken sausage (which is shaped like a patty). It was all delicious, though I prefer my poached eggs with runnier yolks. Hubby had truffle grilled cheese with mushrooms, 2 fried eggs, and chicken apple sausage. His, too, was delish.\n\nStrangely, however, the highlight of the meal was the custom ketchup. It was spicy and had the right amount of tanginess. My husband finished the entire portion that was given to both of us.\n\nIn addition, everything was perfect portioned: not too big, not too small. Full without feeling gut busting was how we felt.\n\n also saw the chef milling about and welcoming and/or thanking people which was a nice touch. This is definitely a higher class establishment, with their modern decor and price points, as well as quality of execution.\n\nMy only reservation is that, while everything was delicious and fancy, I'm still unsure of the price point for our meals. I think if they shaved off $3 from all their mains, it would be a more palatable choice.",
"Canteen lived up to the expectations it carries as the sister restaurant to the Red Ox Inn. The dinner menu has enough variety to provide a fair amount of choices without feeling all over the map. I have food allergies, as did another person in my group and we appreciated the sensitivity and attention to detail in checking with the kitchen.\n\nWe started with a trio of appetizers - the puree of Cauliflower was particularly notable. For mains, I had the Arctic Char and my fellow diners had the Beef Short Ribs and the Butternut Squash Ravioli. The food lived up to our expectations and I felt the portions were generous - so much so, that none of us had room for dessert (sadly). In addition, a nice surprise was the extensive cocktail menu - I ordered the last one of the list (can't recall the name but it had two types of tequila in it and was delicious).\n\nOur server was great - attentive, but not overbearing. The only, very small criticism - the open coat rack is right beside the kitchen. Seems like an odd place with the potential to pickup food smells.\n\nI'll definitely be back to try the Moroccan lamb chops and to check out their brunch menu.",
"The food was great but the service was absolutely terrible. The worst I've had in years. The restaurant wasn't busy and we could not believe the complete lack of service. Very disappointing. Even though the food was good, I will not go back.",
"I was so excited to visit for brunch, too bad my level of excitement was equaled by my level of disappointment by meals end. My friend and I arrived on time for our reservation and felt invisible as more than one staffer walked past without acknowledging us. We were finally seated and again sat for a good long time unacknowledged before anyone arrived with menus. We actually had to ask for water as well. \n\nNow we had menus and I was once again excited for the main reason for our visit....the food. We both ordered the French toast and to their credit, the kitchen did accommodate my friend's request to have regular bacon instead of sugar bacon. I stuck with the dish the way it was described on the menu so I could experience the dish the way the chef intended, for me the dish was much too sweet. In my opinion the regular bacon would have provided a nice salty contrast the dish was missing. Also the thickness of the slices of the French toast were not uniform. One slice was almost twice the thickness of the other slice. This caused the thick slice to be soggy in the middle while the thinner slice was actually cooked to perfection. In my opinion when you're paying $16 for a plate of French toast it should be perfect. The flavors of the filling and the syrup were lovely but again when paired with the sugar bacon the dish was just too sweet overall. This dish was like a pretty girl that just can't resist over-accessorizing, too much of a good thing.\n\nAt no time during the meal did anyone come by to see how we were doing or to refill our empty water glasses. Personally, I would have loved a cappuccino. After another long wait our plates were cleared and still no inquiry was made to see how the meal was. We then proceeded to wait and wait and wait some more before we finally had to flag someone down to request our bill. It's not like we were lingering over coffee because no one came by to ask if we would like any. If we hadn't waved someone down, who knows how long we would have sat there. The restaurant was only about half full at this point so it's not like the staff were run off their feet. This is a case of one and done...won't be going back.",
"I visited Canteen for lunch a while back, I was excited to check out what was supposed to be a more casual offering from the owners of The Red Ox Inn, which is one of my fine dining favourites. \n\nI thought the food was pretty decent. We got chickpea fries to start. Delicious and salty. Small portion for the price though. Not obscene, but small. $7.\n\nMy wife got a blt sandwich with parmesan fries. The sandwich was quite tasty, but again... very small portion. Also only had about the equivalent of 1 slice of bacon on it. The parmesan fries were nice and salty, but there wasn't a lot of them. And $17!\n\nSame goes for my my shortrib sandwich. In fact, it's only half a piece of a baguette. You don't even get a top for your sandwich for $18! The sandwich was good, but seriously? $18? \n\nI wrestled with how many stars to give, but in the end I decided a 4 for the pretty good food, and a 2 for value for money equalled a 3 overall. Gotta say though, I'm pretty put off by the prices here for lunch. \n\nIf price doesn't matter at all to you I'm sure you'll love it for the food.",
"We were driving by and so happen noticed this restaurant because it looks pretty busy. So we decided to dine here for dinner one night.\n\nMy co-worker enjoyed his chocolate tasting beer and the chicken liver.\n\nI enjoyed my warm goat cheese salad with the citrus dressing.\n\nWe weren't too crazy about the deep fried chickpeas. There was a dish in cauliflower puree which was pretty good.\n\nIt was a small cozy place which we'll come again with our other co-workers."
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"Clementine's is perhaps Carpinteria's finest restaurant. Great service with very consistent quality in its entire menu. If you are a meat and potatoes person and appreciate a fresh seafood offering each day, Clementine's is the place for you. Every meal is topped off with a fresh slice of homemade pie. The meals are so large that we usually end up taking the pie home.\n\nWe had our wedding rehearsal dinner there 25 years ago and it is still the place to go when we are visiting my wife's family in Carpinteria.",
"First, take heed, this place is only open:\n\nWed-Sun 5-9\n\nThe guy over at the Chevron on the other side of the 101 told me about this place. \n\nIt was dinner time, traffic ahead on the 101, so I was looking for a solid meal. Rest. Grub. Solace from the road.\n\nThis place had it. Tons.\n\nSolid steaks and great fried chicken are what I've been able to enjoy respectively on my two visits. \n\nThe waiter told me about prime rib Saturdays. \n\nI think I might just do that next time in the area.\n\nReally nice folks work here, too.",
"My father loved Clementine's. Apparently my parents use to come here often but my first experience was in high school. Since then I've been here several times, ordering different items on the menu...which no matter what entree you order you will get \n\n-bread\n-veggies\n-salad\n-entree (with come with veggies and potatoes/rice)\n-pie\n\nThe fried Chicken is good! Crispy skin juicy chicken. You get 2 large pieces so you'll be really stuffed!\n\nThe filet is good, mine was a little over done but not a deal breaker. \n\nI tried some fish dish, it was probably a salmon entree. Decent, obviously not too memorable.\n\nTeriyaki Chicken is yummy as well. \n\nHonestly though its about the pies!! They have seasonal as well as their old standards (like chocolate brownie, my personal favorite). Crusts are flaky and fillings are fresh and delish!! Also have enjoyed blackberry, strawberry, peach and pumpkin. \n\nIf you need a place to have a quiet, quant dinner (for a date, business, or family get-together) then give Clementines a try! You'll for sure walk away full but still wanting more of that pie!!",
"Its worth four stars for the pie alone. Delish. Quaint is definitely the word. Good service, lighting was a little dim last time I went but I think the word for that is ambiance, so just go and enjoy.",
"When on a road trip and you discover something wonderful, it deserves 5 stars. Fried chicken and pie. That says it all. I've actually purchased 5 pies at once and didn't mind a 2 1/2 hour drive BACK to this place to return the pie tins and get my deposit back.\n\nHowever... I didn't get the deposit back... I just put it towards more pies. More more more. I love that this place is off the beaten path. I love that it still has local charm. Have I had a better steak? Yeah... but coming in here and having no expectations... this place was impressive.\n\nFried chicken though. \nI'd chose that over the steak.\n\nAnd pie.\nlots of pie.",
"After a day of adventuring in the Santa Barbara area, my husband and I were in search of a recommended local restaurant. So I whipped out my phone, and the glowing reviews for Clementine's won us over. And with good reason. We didn't try the chicken or steak, but I'm sure they were amazing. We ordered soup and salad, the servings of which were huge and \"down-home\". Everything was so fresh and tasted great. The pie...oh my goodness, the pie is as good as everyone says it is. SO delicious. If you come here for no other reason than dessert, you've done yourself a favor. The decor is quite \"homey\", reminding one of a grandmother's house. We arrived around 5:30 on a Saturday which was quite auspicious because the place filled up like an exclusive LA club in no time. Get there early for a table! Steak, chicken or fish will run you about $20-$30 a plate, but the servings are quite generous and you just can't beat the food.",
"I love Clementine's; even thought they are only open from Wednesdays to Sundays from 5:00pm - 9:00pm. Prime rib on Saturdays only.\n\nEverything there is homemade and very delicious. I had their fried chicken with their salad & split pea soup, and parmasean cheese zucchini. Then for dessert their apple pie with their homemade whip cream. My husband had their steak. We had so much food that we enjoyed out leftovers the next day. The staff is extremely nice and their atmosphere makes you feel right at home. The hostess has been there for years and her son is the chef. \n\nClementine's is # 1 on my restaurant list :)",
"clementine's reminds me of Jocco's; a single floor, two room restaurant, decorated in the fifties style. The diners seem to be older and regulars. But we decided to try it anyway. It wasn't anything like we thought it would be, when we drove up; and sat down. We were immediately greeted and asked about how our kids are doing? We thought it was part of their initial response, but we were mistaken for another couple. Our waitress was a little sheepish, but she continued to be great through the entire night. \n\nThe menu is a little limited, but the complete dinner style was fine for us; we ordered the fried chicken and a vegetarian casserole. the salad and soup were great, esp the clam chowder (nice white sauce). salad dressing was home made and tasty. \nThe fried chicken was hot and crispy, just a light flour coating. Very big pieces. Finally the pie... rhurbarb was very tart, crust excellent; chocolate walnut was a real hit... like a pecan pie with a chocolate topping. Comes with whipped cream.\n\nForties and Fifties music on the hi fi, it's a real trip down memory lane, but in a very charming way,, so it fits the Caprenteria. I'd come back again if I'm in the neighborhood.",
"I came to Clemintines because of all the reviews. When you walk in, it's like stepping into someone'es house. It is very quaint. It feels like you're stepping into your grandma's house. \n\nthe menu was limited and the portions were very big. I personally did not like the quality of the food. I ordered the fried chicken based on other customer's reviews. I did not enjoy it. It was half of a chicken though. My hsband order the filet, which was very dry. I felt it was over-priced for big, low-quality food.\n\nWe also sat next to the bathroom, which smell terrible. I know I won't be returning.",
"Went to Clementine's based on Yelp reviews. \n\nThe food was great! The four of us sampled each others food and it was all terrific! \n\nThe waitress was fantastic! She took the time to talk to us and answer all our questions and then some friendly chit-chat. We felt right at home!\n\nThe pies were awesome! Again we sampled each others pies and they were all winners.\n\nAs we were leaving the waitress introduced us to the owner, now in her eighties, who actually makes all the pies herself.\n\nIt's not cheap but we would go back in a heartbeat."
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"Their salads are always amazing. Everytime I go I order one. The wings are excellent as well. My husband and I were surprised at how big the wings were. We barely finished half of our order we were so full. We definitly plan on going back.",
"I worked here for two years and still crave the food. They have the best specials and are truly delicious. Highly recommend trying it. Low key.Loud and fun. Also if u have never eaten here before be sure to tell your server so that you'll get to try the tasty friend dill pickles.",
"I love it. Here's why:\n\nYes, Toot's is one of those \"wings\" joints that seem to be a dime a dozen these days, but they really do offer much more than just your average wings. It's easily accessible on W Sam Ridley off of I-24 in Smyrna. And their wings are above average...but more on that later.\n\nThe ambience is definitely less \"sports bar\" than the chain wings restaurant across the street, so if you are looking for a place to, say, watch Brock Lesner demolish his next prey in that UFC fight you can't wait to watch, I recommend sticking to said chain restaurant for the night. Still, Toots still has a fun, amusingly loud, hanging out kinda feel. There is plenty of flat screen TVs, and during football season, they get ALL the games. I would say it's perfect for both bringing your kids and having a fun family dinner out and also for sharing some pitchers of beer and rounds of appetizers with friends. \n\nClearly, this place is not one of those \"gourmet, chef-owned\" restaurants, but it has something that some of those places don't always have--all of its many menu offerings are simply great. I frequent Toot's on a regular basis, and have had most of the items, among these, wings (of course), the Toots burger (incredible), grilled chicken sandwich, fried catfish, chicken tenders, ribs, crab legs, oysters (surprisingly fresh and flavorful, the bloody oil spill has since removed them from the menu)...you name it and I've really enjoyed it. Although I have never had a salad here (don't judge me), a friend of mine did and it actually managed to look yummy even beside my Saratoga chips. So that's a good sign.\n\nPrice-wise, the value of what you get is GREAT at Toots! For those of us that like to wash our sorrows and/or food down with an alcoholic drink, they almost always have some type of drink special going on. They also always have one of their specialties on special on any given day of the week for really cheap (Mondays are 35 cent wings, Saturdays a whole rack of ribs for $9). And don't worry that most of the servers and hosts look too young to legally date, they always manage to provide great and quick service, probably because they haven't been burned by the business yet. \n\nThis is just a really good place to eat, drink, and socialize. Period.",
"This place is ok staff could be abit more friendly.We went about 1230 and had to wait about 15mins which fine always good to see a busy place.We sat down with a party of four we like to go on mondays for the 35 cent wings its a great deal.And kids eat free everyday.So we got the 20 wings jerk style and a side of their hottest wing sauce with isn't that hot.So the wings were ok the fries came out cold which sucked when going to a resturant the first thing people go for are the side so that was a bad first impression but I got over it.The server took good care of us.I will go back great deals at this place",
"Well I see Toot's sign everywhere! So i finally said screw it I'll check it out. Service was very unresponsive. I'm not some crazy impatient person. They just rarely came to our table. I got a giant Mushroom Swiss Burger. It was great! Fries were excellent! Sports bar atmosphere. No smoking, Kind of like a toned down Hooters for kids. haha with a big menu. The kids liked it, When we all left we all agreed that Zaxbys is the best!!! for chicken. I tried my sons. But Toots is worth aa stop if you don't feel like going to Buffalo Wild Wings. A- OK Toots!!!!",
"Been here 2 times now.. Just ok for me.. I don't eat beef (my own fault), so I ended up getting the chicken tenders. They were ok, nothing to write home about. Wife had a hamburger and said it was good, again, nothing to write home about. Everything seems to be typical bar food, greasy. A great place to go to drink a couple beers and share some apps.. but there are better places around to eat a sit-down meal.",
"I only have one statement or a warning if you ask for the veggie of the day in lieu of chips - FRIED PICKLES ARE NOT A VEGETABLE.",
"Toots has quickly become a favorite for me and my family.\n\nThe food is reliable and consistently good. It is a \"wing joint\" and if you know that going in you will be happy with your dining experience. It also really good for kids. We feel comfortable taking our daughters there and they even offer kids meals for free.\n\nAll in all, this is a good bet for an inexpensive meal out with the family... \n\nTry the Hot BBQ sauce... it is AMAZING",
"Toots is a fun place to go and I really wish they'd finally put one in Nashville proper so I don't have to drive all the way out Murfreesboro direction to eat there. The food is great and I love the variety. I know a lot of people call it a wing place, but I don't see it that way. They have a good amount of appetizers including my favorite fried dill pickle slices, tons of sandwiches/burgers, salads, and a decent selection of entrees. The wait staff has always been great when I was there as well. The only downside is that for a dive-y place that seems aimed at college kids, the prices aren't as low as you'd expect. That's really the only negative, that I'm surprised how high the prices are for this type of restaurant.",
"Toots is a great place with reasonable prices and good waitresses. The managers want you to have a good experience and work hard to ensure that you do. I highly recommend Toots for a quick meal, a place to watch the game, or just to have a few cold beers."
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"Not sure why but did not find it as good as the Carrabba's in Tampa on North Dale Mabry. Food/service were good, but not great.",
"Dependable average to good Italian food. Nice atmosphere with decent friendly service.",
"Great food, great service always. Love the spiedino.",
"I've been to a lot of Carrabba's and this one was my best experience. Jason T. was our waiter and he was more excellent than Bill and/or Ted. The food was amazing as always, I've never had a bad meal at any Carrabba's, just bad service, but this location was great!",
"This Carrabbas will set the standards for all that precede it and follow it, not just because of it's physical appeal, but also for it's amazing staff and enticing cuisine. So glad to have them in the neighborhood. Benvenuti!",
"Yeah, that's what I'm talking 'bout, baby! I love it when a chain restaurant delivers a good, high-quality produt to your table. Carrabba's hooked me when I visited South Carolina last year. Went to the one just outside of Charleston and the food was very good. The ribs are to die for, sans the sauce! Appetizers are good and the entrees live up to the standard of fine Italian dining, plentiful! I'm a big fan of Macaroni Grill, but Carrabba's has become one of my favs.",
"This was very, very, good. Started with a delicious drink, had some amazing mozzarella sticks and we ordered the Limoncello bread pudding (have to order it 25 minutes in advance). This isn't your typical Limoncello either, it's the real deal so yes, it will have an \"alcoholy\" taste, if you will. Our waitress was awesome, oh, and the bread was amazing! Mmmmm...now I'm hungry again!",
"This Carrabba's seems to have a very mixed review experience.......lots recently that rate it as incomparable, other older reviews just middle of the pack. I am not a chain enthusiast, and rate this as OK generally. The menu selections were predictable and well prepared, but no big delights. Interesting antipasti plate.....fried calamari & mozzarella with bruschetta rather than the usual olives, veggies & cold sausages. Entrees were fine...well-sauced veal marsala, whole-grain pasta with shrimp, and very nice side salads with dipping bread. Very cheerful, attentive service.\n\nOn this past Friday night, we noted several prom couples/groups all dressed up for a special meal...and clearly they considered Carrabba's to be a unique treat. We wish them well, and joined in having a good meal, but knowing more & better is in the future for us and them.",
"This is the newest of the carrabbas in the Tampa bay area and I must admit I really like what they did to the place. \n\nThe interior gives it a more rustic feel and the open air patio overlooking the bar is a nice touch. \n\nWednesdays are $10 off pitchers of sangria. Thank god we only paid $15-if we had paid full price I wouldn't be a happy camper. The pitcher was quite small-good, but small. I still think that the Columbia makes the best in the area. \n\nAll in all, a very consistent meal with a different interior. I like the changes",
"The Carrabbas on Gulf to bay in clearwater florida recently opened. Ive been there several times. Most recently Fathers day. The mussels were cooked to perfection and melted in my mouth. I had the filet which was cooked perfectly. My wife had the chicken trio which is our favorite."
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"Right next to the Chinatown bus, would be good to pick some up for the ride. Went here with 3 friends, so we ordered a lot: shanghai dumplings, fried potstickers, scallion pancakes, eel noodle, noodle soup, shu mai, etc. The service was surpisingly good for a Chinese restaurant and the server made recommendations that made sense given the orders we had put in!\n\nOk, so shanghai dumplings are better in NY and Shanghai, but it's a nice treat anywhere. The pancakes were a bit oily (but this is Chinese food). The noodles were surprisingly good, and the eel was nice, though the sauce was perhaps a bit too sweet. The shu mai was unlike any other I've had, it was stuffed with glutinous rice as well as pork, making it both large and mild - I was at first distracted by the rice, and then came to like how it mellowed out the pork.\n\nOh yeah, and it's a cheap dive, my kinda place! Just wish they'd turn down the neon.",
"Hands down the best pork and pork and crab xiao long bao (since the closing of Magic Kingdom of Dough). Absolutely the best scallion pancakes and great hand drawn noodles (beef brisket, roasted pork - dry or with broth on the side).",
"Dim Sum Garden is worth a visit just for the soup dumplings. This is fortunate for them because the dumplings are just about all they serve that's really worth going out of your way for. Most of the other food I've had here has been meh to okay (however, the regular pan-fried dumplings are pretty good too). \n\nBut the dumplings, ohhh the dumplings! I'd probably give this place 2-3 stars, but the dumplings deserve 4 stars all on their own. Maybe they don't quite measure up to the ones you'll find in Queens, California, or Shanghai. But come on, this is Philly. We can't be too picky here. And even the snobbiest XLB snobs have to admit, these are pretty tasty. \n\nCome here for dumplings as an appetizer and leave to eat dinner elsewhere in Chinatown. \n\n(As a side note, the name is totally misleading, so don't come here expecting surly Chinese ladies pushing large metal carts around filled with tiny plates of food. This sketchy hole-in-the-wall offers dim sum-esque dishes that you order from a menu.)",
"I must confess I went to Dim Sum Garden feeling highly skeptical. It might be because I first/last went in April of 2008, ordered noodles and was disappointed. Or maybe reading all the reviews on yelp and finding it hard to believe real juicy pork/crab buns (xiao long bao) could be found in Philly. Or perhaps it's all the reviews calling it \"soup dumplings\" which is like calling Beijing \"Peking\" if you're going for authenticity/believability.\n\nSo here was the shocker of the night: Dim Sum Garden is as legitimately Chinese as 14 year old Olympic gymnasts bred under the One Child Policy being taught from infancy that no one on the corner has swagger like Mao.\n\nThis place is for real. The juicy pork/crab buns come out hotter than Megan Fox minus the thumbs. The juice inside is so amazing, it's the reason everybody got up this evening. Next time I gots to shine, I go for mine.",
"They have a wonderful new menu item called pan fried juicy buns or sheng jiang bao. The pan fried juicy buns consists of a steamed bread outer shell with a juicy pork filling that has a extra crispy fried bottom. It is a wonderful blend of flavors - soft bread, soup, pork, with a major crunch. It is excellent and similiar to the pan fried dumplings popular in Shanghai. I saw this new item listed on a sign on the front door. I hope it becomes a regular menu item. Also highly recommended are the pork juicy buns - made with a soft dough covering. Both are excellent and worth a visit. Service is also very dependable and friendly.",
"No change in the number of stars for this place, but I felt the need to update my opinion of the food aside from the tasty soup dumplings. They have a new menu item called pan fried juicy pork buns, which are awesome! They're not really supposed to be a pan-fried version of a soup dumpling, so don't expect that. They have a thicker, chewier skin (hence the word \"bun\" rather than \"dumpling\" in the name), and are quite delicious. \n\nTheir handmade noodles are pretty decent as well, though not as al dente as I would prefer. The noodles with pork sauce weren't bad, but still don't come close to the ones at Nan Zhou.",
"It's slim pickings for xiao long bao in Philly so the soup dumplings at Dim Sum Garden are acceptable. The location sucks a lot (right near the bus going to NY and below the underpass. It's pretty creepy at night). \n\nThe soup dumplings are tasty as well as the pumpkin cake. It tastes pretty much like warmed up moon cake. Do not get the chicken wings (dry and falling apart). The stewed chicken was also not good either. \n\nStick with the soup dumplings..go with friends and don't look at the homeless people walking around.",
"That place? Yeah, that's the place. It's in that little underpass, right where you catch the Chinatown bus. I'm not usually one for eating dumplings in a tunnel, but for once I'll break this persnickety little rule of mine. \n\nThis was the mission: I had not had xiao long bao in forever, and word on the street was that that this was the spot for soup dumplings in Philly. Yay, man, for real. The steamed \"juicy pork buns,\" as they're called on the menu are some fine, fine XLB. Tender dumpling skin surrounds a rich, porky broth and meatiness. \n\nIf you've never had xiao long bao before, don't just bite into them like some crazed dumpling beast. You'll end up with a big burned lip, ya animal, and the worst part is that you'd be wasting that delicious broth. Tsk, tsk.\n\n It just takes a little technique. Not sure if my moves are authentic or not, but I don't waste a drop of that soup, so it's been working out for me. I hold the thicker part of the dumpling with my chop sticks as I hold it in the soup spoon as the same time. A tiny bite lets the juiciness flow out to fill up the spoon. Slurp that up, then enjoy the rest of that xlb of yours. That's how I do; maybe a little hot chile or gingery dumpling sauce...but really these don't need any extra thing. For a little more than $5 for 8 of em, it's a snack that I will most likely have a hard time scurrying by in that little 11th street tunnel.",
"I moved to America when I was 12 years old. One of the things I miss dearly about China is the amazing soup dumplings (). After trying soup dumplings at every restaurant that provides them ( and I have traveled lots) I can honestly say Dim Sum Garden has the BEST soup dumplings in the states. If you are debating whether or not to try Dim Sum Garden or Sakura, you will thank me later by heading straight to Dim Sum Garden",
"Went there because it is one of the highest rated Dim Sum place in Philly. Failed to see why it should be classified as a (Cantonese) Dim Sum place or justify the high rating. Start off, it is a little place serving Shanghainese dim sums and the food is passable but nothing raving about them. We ordered the typical Shanghainese wonton and noodle soup, the Taiwanese beef noodle soup, and fried bun ( sheng jian bao). The noodles were a little on the soft side and cannot taste the freshness and chewiness that should come with allegedly freshly made on the spot noodle. The beef stripes were tasty but a little too overcooked. The buns were worth the waiting and came out tongue burning hot, as they should."
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"This Euro lounge is fairly new. It replaced Milan's, which I heard was good and always meant to go to. I guess you snooze, you lose. So when I saw Accent I thought I'd better beetle on over to check it out. They have a dark wood interior that's intimate and cozy and some table dividers that add a bit of privacy, even though you can hear the conversations people are having right next to you.\n\nThe menu is fairly pricey. We had the bruschetta and salon with cream cheese and capers, both of which were delicious, but the bacon wrapped lobster tail with cream sauce was what really appealed to me. We just didn't want to drop big bucks for a little snack, later on a Wednesday night. They serve premium beer. My dining partner was drawn to the Innis and Gunn boxed beer for $10 a bottle, which sits on every table to coax curious connoisseurs. I tasted it and it's a very strong, oaky beer, but he went back to drinking the regular I&G, cause he liked it better. I found the service friendly and liked the classy, yet relaxed atmosphere. Some were dining, while others were sipping bevvies and doing work on their laptop. My kinda place, but I'd probably stick to the appies. I heard the schnitzel is amazing though. They've kept part of the old menu so I guess I'll get to try Milans after all.",
"Accent Lounge is a cozy restaurant in the middle of a crazy Whyte Ave. It is a good on a Friday. They have good serve, food and drinks. \n\nThey definitely have a Euro feel going on. They had a lot of stuff on the menu and everything sounded good, but this made it so hard to choose. We ordered many different dishes and shared. Everything tasted good too. Everything on the menu was reasonably priced and the service was good as well. \n\nIf you're looking for somewhere different to check out on Whyte Ave then this is for you.",
"I like that Accent is such an intimate little venue. A lot of Edmonton bars and lounges can feel oversized sometimes, and if it's not happy hour, they look a little empty as a result.\n\nAccent Lounge, hidden just off Whyte Ave on 104th street, is going to be one of my new spots for a classier type of girls night out. Last night, Bridget G, Charmaine F and I snagged a table in the corner (one of the last ones) and took in some music from one of our favourites, Sister Gray. This is a great music venue and the key lime martini was an excellent recommendation. Our waitress was a little tricky to get a hold of, but the drinks made up for it.\n\nI've heard great things about the food so hopefully next time I can do dinner and drinks here at Accent. Plus I can't wait until it's nice enough for the patio to be put out!",
"Accent Lounge is a great find on Whyte Avenue. Unlike many of the more pub-like places that cater to the U of A college crowd, Accent actually has an intimate, mature, classy and trendy feel to it. Old wooden furniture with semi-dim lighting and a good vibe.\n\nThe menu is European inspired with most of the dishes being some makeover of a traditional and often times, well known European dish. The drinks are great and on Thursday nights Alley Kat pints and martinis are cheaper than usual. They also (usually) have a live band on Thursday nights. That's really awesome and I've had the opportunity to atted and F & M performance here.\n\nI had the Greek Salad which was really the chef's version of one. I guess I was looking forward to a cucumber, tomato, kalamata olives and red onions salad with pieces of feta cheese and some olive dressing but instead got a mixed green salad with the aforementioned \"ingredients\" on top and the feta shaven. It was decent and wholesome for sure, but not what I was looking for.\n\nA special mention goes to the martinis. They're pretty robust (I had two different ones) and made appropriately. I don't think they have the kind of variety a place like Devlin has and I am pretty sure they don't even have a list of \"inventive\" martinis with them. It's all about staying old school and classy. I prefer that :-)\n\nMust try out a Thursday night here. Arrive early and try some food. It's good food and not at all pub fare. I would say halfway between fine dining and pub food. *Yes, that's a horrible interpolation*",
"Though it is called, \"Accent Lounge\", when you look it up, it is under \"Accent European Lounge\"....my first clue as to what we may end up with for dinner--a hit and miss all at the same time. For those that don't know, it used to be \"Milan's\". \nMy companion picked this place, however, to his credit, he looked at the website and like the photos that you see when looking for apartments, well, let's just say that the photos are not what you'll get if you think it is a \"small, quaint, romantic spot.\" It is \"small and quaint\", if you want to also consider quaint dead bugs in the window sill, quaint. However, onto to dinner....\nGiven my last \"Northern European\" experience, I thought I would go for a dish from a bit \"south\", the \"Classic French Mornet\".....now, the menu says it is \"morsels of tender chicken and chopped portabella mushrooms nestled in a bed of duchess potatoes\"....it is true, and I counted the morsels: there were 9...maybe I am having bad luck with meat Fridays (but last week was Friday the 13th, so I can accept it, but this night?!). I basically had a lovely bowl of mashed potatoes with chicken and mushrooms on top.....unfortunately, this is what it was. Again, based on the description, I was expecting something totally different. On a cold night, this is a GREAT dish to have, but on May 20th, for some reason I was expecting a \"twin size\" bed of duchess potatoes as opposed to the \"queen size\" version. On the other hand, my partner had the \"Grilled Veg Stack\" which he enjoyed. We shared the \"Hummus\" appetizer which was good....however, for this one you have to \"work\" for it: The dish is served in a small bowl with a mortar and you have to mash the chickpeas yourself....an original idea, to be sure....If anyone is interested, I think my companion took a picture of me while I was mashing them :-]\nI KNOW we ordered dessert....but for the life of me, I can't remember what I ordered, nor can my companion....and we typically ALWAYS can remember that part of dinner....well, to Accent's credit, if we can't remember, it must have not been bad :-]\nI would like to go back now that I know what it REALLY is: An easy and small pub. Based on the other comments I have seen, I'll be trying the beer and potentially sticking to the starters, going with a group of friends....",
"I went to Accent after a recommendation from a friend who knows the owner. It was exactly what I expected. Accent is tucked away just off Whyte on 104st. It has a comfy non-pretentious vibe and the crowd is very low-key. \n\nThe last time I was here was on a double-date and it was the perfect setting for appetizers and drinks. We had the hummus and bread appy, and while the bread assortment was amazing (love carbs) the hummus left a lot to be desired. It supposed to be muddled at the table but it came a bit too dry to do so. After some EVOO it ended up being ok, but still not the best ever.\n\nAccent is a great place to meet friends before a big night out or to just hang out in a casual setting. It's a little gem among many larger lounges.",
"A nice little European-style lounge with a friendly feel to it. I've been for girls' nights out and for romantic date evenings and enjoyed the place. The menu choices are limited and some are over-priced. The schnitzel is delish. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back often, but I'd happily go if a friend wanted to check it out.",
"We were going to check out a play and a friend suggested Accent for dinner first. \nHubs and I got there a bit early and had some time to check the place out before our dinner comapions arrived. \nIt was OK, small-ish and dark. The furniture seemed old, and not necessarily in a cool, kitschy way, but in a needs updating way. Everything seemed a bit haggard and worn down out front, and then I made the mistake of going to the bathroom. Dingy, in need of a really good scrubbing and a fresh coat of paint. And everything, from the TP roll to the toilet to the faucets seemed wobbly and in need of tightening.\nWhen our friends arrived, we looked over the menu and made our choices. Unfortunately, they were out of the chicken mornet (it was only 6pm!), so a quick second choice was selected.\nThe service was extremely slow. We waited what felt like an eternity for our food, and all of our water glasses were bone dry before we were able to flag someone down for a refill. All around the table the food was ok, nothing earth shattering and fairly pricey.\nOur friend ordered a $10 crepe for dessert and, again after waiting a really long time for it to arrive, she said it was not good at all. She was disappointed in the use of raspberry syrup rather than actual fruit for the filling and found the crepe itself to be chewy.\nThe restaurant was also really hot, and because the large window/doors to the patio were open, the room was filled with flies.\nAn unfortunate aspect of summer, but not very appetizing.\nWhat made matters worse was that we were sitting so that we could gaze longinly at the good eats being served on the Next Act patio right across the street.\nAt least we know better for next time.",
"Accent is a hidden gem; it doesn't get nearly the press it deserves! I've come here both for special occasions and just your average night out. Accent has a great drink menu with some of the best martinis in the city, but their food menu really surprised me: delicious! Unique dishes with a distinctly European flair. At first the high quality eats feel slightly out of place because the venue has such a classic old Pub-like feel, but ultimately they're what keep me coming back. I've also had great nights at Accent when they have live music. The restaurant is entirely too small to host a band, but they find a way to make it work. I would eat here every night if my budget permitted.",
"Stopped in last night for a drink on the way home and was very surprised. A very quaint and comfortable atmosphere. Dark wood and cozy seating. \n\nOwner was behind the bar, which was stocked with an interesting selection of craft beers. He himself was quite knowledgeable and we spent most of the night talking about our favourite hard to find bottles.\n\nI didn't eat, but will definitely be back and will update this review when I do."
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"This is the brick-and-mortar incarnation of a very popular food truck.\n\nGrilled pizza was the food du jour several years ago, and it stands the rest of time. Thin, crispy crust that can hold generous toppings.\n\nHowever, our bill for 2 people was over $40 with tax and tip. We split a large house salad (didn't add julienned ham for $2), large order (4) of breadsticks, and 2 small pizzas. We drank ice water. \n\nI would skip the breadsticks next time, as they were pretty doughy and flavorless. They came with a dipping sauce (probably pizza sauce) which was sorely needed. There's also the option of a white dipping sauce (also probably pizza sauce).\n\nDon't get me wrong, the pizza is still very good, but at this price point I expect more. The problem is the small pizzas are $10, but are not substantial enough on their own to be considered a full meal.\n\nTuesday night is half-price bottled wine night and Wednesday is $3 beer night, so if you want to have more than water without breaking the bank those are the nights to go.\n\nThe space itself is pretty minimalistic right now (they only opened a week ago). It looks like when they took over the location from the previous tenant that they just ripped out the carpet and painted all the walls of-white. I'm sure there are plans to decorate in the future.\n\nWould I come back? Maybe. The pizza is still great, but there's no food truck buzz to the place. And there are several other pizza parlors I would choose before here if I want the whole dining experience.\n\nThe locals seem to like it though, as I think everyone dining here this night seemed to know each other and each other's kids. Note: This place is very family-friendly so don't expect a quiet dinner.",
"How could anyone not be thrilled to have a new pizza joint in the neighborhood?? \n\nMost impressive part: The staff here are great. Everyone was incredibly kind and excited about each and every customer. The owner's son stopped by our table and asked if my friends and I went to Butler because he wants to make the place desirable for Butler students and will play all of the Butler bball games on the TVs. \n\nFood: Great pizza. The crust is very thin and therefore you can eat way more than you might think. Get the large pizza, you know you want it. You can also buy it by the slice if you're ever in a hurry! This isn't the cheapest pizza place I've ever been to, but I'd love to see them do well!",
"Really good ingredients and toppings. Love the types of pizzas and combinations. The style of pizza is unique and really really tasty - get the hey Zeus. The inside is a bit weird, not really cozy and kinda shotgun style.",
"Not some place I'd be eager to go back. They have a lot to work on with service going from walk-up food truck to a sit-down restaurant. The food was not much to talk about either. The dough of the bread sticks was heavy, and had a frozen dough consistency and sour dough taste. Then there's the thin as a cracker pizza, which was lacking in flavor. Maybe we'll give it another try after some time to see if it gets better. Would really like to support local neighborhood establishments.",
"This is the brick-and-mortar incarnation of a very popular food truck.\n\nGrilled pizza was the food du jour several years ago, and it stands the rest of time. Thin, crispy crust that can hold generous toppings.\n\nHowever, our bill for 2 people was over $40 with tax and tip. We split a large house salad (didn't add julienned ham for $2), large order (4) of breadsticks, and 2 small pizzas. We drank ice water. \n\nI would skip the breadsticks next time, as they were pretty doughy and flavorless. They came with a dipping sauce (probably pizza sauce) which was sorely needed. There's also the option of a white dipping sauce (also probably pizza sauce).\n\nDon't get me wrong, the pizza is still very good, but at this price point I expect more. The problem is the small pizzas are $10, but are not substantial enough on their own to be considered a full meal.\n\nTuesday night is half-price bottled wine night and Wednesday is $3 beer night, so if you want to have more than water without breaking the bank those are the nights to go.\n\nService was goid. Fast, got the order right. Refilled our waters before they were empty. Our server was actually a holdover from the previous restaurant that resided here.\n\nThe space itself is pretty minimalistic right now (they only opened a week ago). It looks like when they took over the location from the previous tenant that they just ripped out the carpet and painted all the walls of-white. I'm sure there are plans to decorate in the future.\n\nWould I come back? Maybe. The pizza is still great, but there's no food truck buzz to the place. And there are several other pizza parlors I would choose before here if I want the whole dining experience.\n\nThe locals seem to like it though, as I think everyone dining here this night seemed to know each other and each other's kids. Note: This place is very family-friendly so don't expect a quiet dinner.",
"Starting with the good. Server very friendly and we got a seat with no wait. Love the thin cracker style crust. Toping to crust ratio was good. \n\nThe not so good. Sausage should be broken up more so it looks less like meatballs. Red sauce for breadsticks was pretty good. \n\nThe bad. Breadsticks were super heavy and lacked any flavor. The Alfredo sauce I thought was really bad. My spouse however liked it. \n\nIf we were to come back I think it would be for pizza only. I did see some really big nice looking salads being served tho. \n\nI know they have been open a short time but the place lacked atmosphere. No color except for some mosaic on the back wall that also was very dull.",
"My husband, two year old son, and I ate here for the first time this evening. I'm so glad we tried it out - definitely another local place to add to our list of regulars. We had breadsticks with dipping sauces and pizza. All were really good. I ate every drop of my dipping sauce and was really impressed with the crust/topping ratio and tastiness of the pizza toppings. The service was super quick and friendly. Decor is a little sparse, but that will probably come over time and that's not the reason we eat most places anyway. We will be back!",
"So amazing!!! Be sure to have the Cheesus and the Bynes Special!!! Great addition to the neighborhood. Also enjoyed the 2011 salad, amazing dressing.",
"I love pizza and I want to love this place but I don't. The salad is very good. They need to improve their breadsticks. The Alfredo sauce is very bland and Alfredo is easy to make so they could easily have better Alfredo. The pizza was really burnt last time ( black ) and the waiter wanted to lecture me about how the bottom might get dark because they grill it, I've eaten their pizza many times and it's never been black. The kids could eat it so they made us another one but did not apologize or do anything for us. I hope they improve because I would love a good pizza place in the area.",
"It was my cheat day so I decided to try something new. Awesome sauce!!!, like really it was just an awesome pizza. Super thin crust with ingredients so fresh I was looking out back for a garden. \n\nI had the \"andy's favorite\" I believe, (the one with the pesto sauce and veggies), and it was delicious. With all the fresh ingredients they are making my list for \"health pizza\". And for those of you with a gluten (intolerance, allergy or just don't want gluten) they have you covered."
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"At one point it seemed like there was nowhere to go for an inexpensive, quick breakfast in New Orleans. Now there are so many I am actually having to make choices, and that is a good thing! My newest find is in the Marigny, just a couple of blocks over from Elysian Fields away from the Quarter. And I just have to rave about the breakfast sandwich deal, which is a slab of juicy ham and scrambled egg with sharp cheddar (or goat cheese for a $1 extra) oozing out of a big, fresh homemade bagel along with a bottomless cup of coffee for $5.50. McDonald's who?\nThe bagels are as close to New York as you are going to find down here, and you can get lox and shmears or cream cheese to go along with one if the b'fast sandwich is not your cuppa joe. I have heard the cupcakes are heaven, so I guess I have to swing by for lunch some time soon and grab one for $1 with any meal purchase!\nAnother plus is that the people who work here seem to really love their jobs and care about your experience. The coffee bar was well-stocked and clean, the service at the counter was efficient and friendly, and everything about the Cake Cafe made you want to move right into the neighborhood.",
"roasted red pepper artichoke filled croissant with goat cheese? i think so! plus sooper good vibez.",
"I rode my bike down to the bywater on Sunday morning with a couple of friends and my husband. We had been there before about a year ago. It was a toss up between the Cake Cafe and Elizabeth's. We opted for the Cake Cafe. All three of my dining companions will tell you BIG MISTAKE.\n\nI can't say much because I had two eggs over easy with toast (1 piece of bread - when I order toast, I want two pieces) and bacon (did I mention 5 pieces?).\n\nMy food was good but... my husband had an omelet with shrimp. The shrimp were the tiny things imported from Russia(?). My husband is an eater, he pushed his plate away halfway through.\n\nThe other two folks we were with also chose some seafood items. All I heard on the ride home was how awful the food was...\n\nFor me, I'll say give me two pieces of bread and two pieces of bacon... other than that, it was ok. Would I go back? Yes for a pastry but not for breakfast. I'll pedal the extra hundred feet or so and go to Elizabeth's.",
"My only problem with this place is that I didn't discover it earlier! Also I wish it was open for dinner.\n\nHad lunch there today with a coworker on her recommendation. The owner made her wedding cake and she gets cakes from them all the time.\n\nI got the turkey sandwich on delicious home-made ciabatta bread. Turkey was obviously slow-roasted. Side salad was super-fresh with homemade ranch. And of course I had to get a cupcake (only $1 with lunch!). I got white with chocolate frosting...it literally tasted like *childhood.*\n\nThey had a great-looking selection of pastries including home-made bagels! I will be back soon to get a lox platter.\n\nThe restaurant look is typical Marigny-shabby-chic. I didn't mind the artsy/hippy types but it might make the preppy-types uncomfortable. Then again once the food comes you don't look at much else!",
"This is the one place above all I like to hang out in for breakfast when I am in New Orleans, not that the other places don't have their charm, but this place is a half block from where I stay when I come to visit New Orleans.\nThe customers are a reflection of the neighborhood, there are regulars, the Jazzfest visitors, the artists, the intellectuals, or visitors like me who appreciate it all'.\nI just sit there quietly, well not so quiet if anyone else is willing to talk to me... \nI absorb what and who the Marigny brings to me, while I am eating my Shrimp and Grits, which is to die for..\nI am a former Grit hater, not any more!\nI have also tried the Bagels, which are very good .\nI know about Bagels, I dated this New York Yewish guy who analyzed Bagels everywhere he went and who gave me an education ! \nsometimes I have room for some of the sweets, love those too\nThe owner and the staff take pride in what they serve and are always friendly.\nPeople don't call it the \"Huggy Cafe\" for nothing,\n One time I was sitting there when the theme for the Mardi Gras parade was being discussed by the Krewe members at a table close by.\nLiving in California, where they celebrate everything with yet another \"Sale\" something like this is exiting for me to witness.\nThere is always interesting people watching, you never know who you are going to run into, Paul Prudhomme lives right around the corner.. I have never seen him though.\nThere is this Southern Hospitality thing going on, people are friendly to each other, how cool....\nWish I could just walk over right now.....",
"this place has amazing cupcakes but HORRIBLE service. After leaving 2 messages without a return call, I called again to order a dozen cupcakes for my birthday and was told to come in to select them, which was fine. When I asked what type of cupcakes they had, he replied \"I can't tell you, you just have to come in. What time are you coming?\" I replied before noon. He said fine but just so you know we are really behind today so we may not be able to help you.\n\nOk I understand being busy but really, it takes hardly any time to say what kind of cupcakes they had (its not like there was an infinite variety...there were only 3). And it would have been really easy for me to say, hey buddy, put 4 of each in a box and my boyfriend will pick them up. But I couldn't even get that out before he hung up on me.\n\nWhen my boyfriend arrived to pick them up, the guy huffed and puffed because he had to get the order ready. He even at one point flapped and waved my boyfriend away because he asked for a cup of coffee.\n\nIf it weren't for the fact that it was my birthday and my boyfriend knew how much I wanted delicious cupcakes, he would have told the guy to do something not nice with those cupcakes. Seriously. Who flaps and waves a customer away for asking to be served something on the menu?!\n\nNext time, I'll settle for mediocre cupcakes with a better attitude, thank you very much!",
"mmm... \"Healthy\" grits special was yum- sauted veggies and goat cheese over grits with a biscuit or toast (I got a big fluffy biscuit and Greg got a thick slice of fresh baked challah.) The little girl got a grilled cheese and on the challah it was really good. There were lots of other tempting specials, the coffee was good, the service very friendly, it was busy but not too much at lunch time on a sunny Saturday, and the cupcakes were good. Lots of German chocolate coconut topping! The brownie was pretty good too and was baked like a little cake so there was maximum \"edge.\" Next time I'm going to have to get one of the perfect looking buttery flaky almond turnovers and/or a quiche baked in croissant crust.",
"Rode my bike here with my sister and dog. We sat outside and each ate an ENORMOUS cupcake. I had the chocolate mousse, she had the red velvet. So delicious, so moist. SO CHEAP. i didn't have a problem with the service when i was there.",
"Great neighborhood place with good food and a great, low key, atmosphere. Known in the neighborhood but a great find off the beaten off the beaten path for the rest of us. The breakfast, sandwiches and baked goods are all great and reasonably priced. A bargain - what more can you say.",
"This place has a lot in common with St. James Cheese Company uptown -- they both have misleading names given what they serve and they both sell kind of pricey and exotic sandwiches that take a while to come but taste really good. I had one of the daily specials, which had crab, brie, and bacon, and it was delicious, among the best sandwiches I've ever had. The dollar cupcakes make for a good dessert.\n\nWe also liked that it was reasonably quiet and you have the option of eating indoors or out."
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"Arrived a little tardy to the party tonight, but had no trouble being seated on opening night. The wifi wasn't working for me here, might be too new. Ordered a wine, got a different wine, ordered the steak tar tare and got tuna instead, so Alex bought me dessert. Had to fight that tuna down my gullet with sheer will alone, because it was too spicy to go down willingly. Had a really great salad (Wild Mushroom) with hot goat cheese first, and then the Jumbo Gulf Shrimp whose crab stuffing out shined the shrimp. Dish should probably be called Lump Crab Stuffing and the unremarkable shrimp left unmentioned then thrown in as an after thought. Had the truffle mac and cheese as always, and picked the truffles out, only to be eaten with the crunchy baked outer edges of the mac n' cheese. Don't know or care what happened to the rest of the thick cheesy pasta portion, but eating it would have been a blatant waste of Liverfront Property. For dessert chose the Bananas Foster Cake. A wild eyed young pyro was eager to light the cake for us. Although a kid with a highly flammable liquid and an aim n flame makes me a bit nervous, it was over soon enough, and it tasted like a rum cake and bananas foster fell in love and had a baby in my mouth. After dinner resigned to the bar for a nightcap, and live piano. Took a quick tour of the impeccable lounge-like restroom, and the private dining room for 20. The best way to do this could be to stop in for dessert, and get shitfaced at the bar while listening to kick ass piano, and that's how I intend to do it from now on. If you happen to have nice tires, watch that curb on your way out, she's a tricky one!",
"How the hell did the valet guy know my name? LOL\n\nEddie V's is a small and intimate restaurant with a huge lounge/piano bar area off to the side. I'm not the biggest consumer of sea food, so the whole 'prime sea food' concept still has me a little flummoxed. I suppose by 'prime' they mean expensive sea food and small portions. Either way...\n\nWILD MUSHROOM SALAD - Absolutely delicious. Hot goat cheese, mushrooms and mixed greens? Yes, please!\n\nSTEAK TARTARE, errrr TUNA TARTARE - Not my thing, but was good and spicy. Seriously, it has a little bite to it. Definitely FRESH.\n\nTRUFFLE MAC N CHEESE - Tasty as all get out, but small in size. I could have eaten 2 of these $6 side dishes bymydamnself. Oh, but the truffly goodness does calm ones mood, rendering any thoughts of a gripe quelled. Our server, Alex, said the Au Gratin potatoes are better than the mac n cheese, FYI.\n\nJUMBO GULF SHRIMP w/ CRAB something-or-rather blah, blah, blah - I've seen bigger skrimps at the Gandy Bait & Tackle. Nothing about the entree stood out at all, sorry. $28 was way too much for 5 shrimps. That's $5.60 per shrimp, for all you right-brain dominant folks. Skip this one if you dine here.\n\nBANANA'S FOSTER CAKE - Slap-your-mom-in-the-face good. Maybe the best dessert of my life, and definitely the star of the show tonight. Hot, alcohol-soaked, banana-topped, moist, table-flambéed cake served with sweet and creamy (Matt & Tanya's) ice cream. I'd consider going back just for dessert and a drink at the bar, no lie. Simply amazing cake. \n\nBest part is that the cake was free. Our waiter not only brought La Chica the wrong wine, but also the wrong food. She ordered Steak Tartare, but they brought Tuna Tartare. They're getting their sea legs on opening night, so we didn't hold it against the kid. He did fine otherwise.\n\nEveryone was extremely courteous during our visit and they all addressed me by name, which is creepy for me (personally), but some people like that kinda shit. Makes 'em feel important. Now if they remember my name next time I see them, that would be impressive. All-in-all, good experience and it definitely did not feel like a Darden restaurant, so thank goodness for that. 4 stars for mostly good food and an awesome dining atmosphere and for having the balls to open a restaurant on Outback Blvd. Subtract 1 star for skimpy portions. =)\n\nOh yeah, I had a glass of the JAM JAR (interesting) white wine. Sweet and delicious, and went perfect with the wild mushroom salad.",
"At first I wondered why we possibly needed another upscale seafood/steak restaurant in the International Plaza corridor. I was also wary of going on their third day of business, but figured we'd give it a try. It was great, and truly hard to tell they had only been open since Thursday! The place was packed. Very old school yet modern at the same time. The staff could not have been friendlier. The bar is ENORMOUS and certainly a great place for live music, which can be heard throughout the restaurant. (Jazzy mashup of John Lee Hooker's Boom Boom Boom Boom and Depeche Mode's Personal Jesus? Sounds crazy but YES, please!) Cocktail menu was traditional and limited, but frankly it is nice to see a place without all kinds of douche-tinis on the menu. Champagne cocktail and Manhattan were perfection.\nOn to the food. We shared the calamari- a spicy Asian version instead of the usual Italian. Excellent! I had the wild mushroom salad, which is mainly greens and a giant dollop of goat cheese (my fave) with some fancy mushrooms. I would definitely get it again. The Caesar salad my hubby had was one of those weird deconstructed ones, which tasted good but was disappointing- he wanted a 'real' one. I had the parmesan-crusted Lemon Sole- FAB! He had the Louisiana Redfish and loved it. He is from Louisiana and very picky about true Louisiana food- and he had nothing but compliments. For dessert- the Bananas Foster cake- OMG. Beyond. I think every single table in the restaurant ordered one from the number of flames I saw around. We had some time to kill after dinner before picking up our daughter from a party so we grabbed seats at the bar and watched the Final Four. Service was great, music was great, and a lot of people were eating there as well. The bar menu appears to be a \"greatest hits\" version of the main menu. Again, the bar is very big so it is possible you could stop in and eat there at the last minute without any reservations. Parking was easy breezy. We will most definitely be back!",
"Most people get dressed up and visit a fancy restaurant for a special occasion. My husband is a little more spontaneous and that is how I (embarrassingly) wounded up at Eddie V's in jeans and flip flops. I was absolutely mortified, but luckily the staff was super friendly to us despite my attire.\n\nWe started off dinner with a glass of Cabernet for myself and a glass of scotch for my husband. After one of the numerous waiters brought us bread we decided on the Tartare Pacific Ahi Tuna appetizer. Everything at Eddie V's is a la carte so your meal does not include sides. We ordered the scallops for myself, the filet mignon for my husband, and a small truffle mac & cheese and small Parmesan fries to share. The mac & cheese is made in house so next time I will know to ask for no truffles so I don't have to pick them out of the dish. The small sides were more than enough for the two of us and we ended up taking home leftovers. Had we went with a lighter side such as the broccolini this may not have been the case.\n\nAll of our food was absolutely fantastic! The ahi tuna appetizer was out of this world good! The tuna was so fresh and I love how it was served over diced mango instead of rice. My scallops were some of the best I have ever had and my husband's steak \"cut like butter\" it was so tender! The mac and cheese was great once I picked through the truffles and the fries were also quite good. The highlight of the meal was the Bananas Foster Cake. This was the best dessert I have ever tasted and I don't even like cake!!! The buttery cake with the rum and sugar blended so well with the bananas and pecan ice cream.\n\nAnother highlight of the meal was the wonderful service. Everyone from the hostess to the waiters to the manager were so nice! We never waited on anything because our servers predicted our food, liquid, and check needs before we were in the need of anything. I was tempted to spill wine on myself just to see how quickly the servers could bring club soda to our table! Our waiter, Alex, was one of the friendliest waiters I have ever had. He even kept me company while my husband left the table to make a phone call. When I mentioned that our dinner was my early birthday present he insisted on bringing me a complimentary dessert!\n\nDinner was expensive so this will be a special occasion dining spot for us, but hopefully I will be back soon to celebrate!",
"AMAZING SERVICE! Great food!!\nThis is the place to go to get wined and dined! \nThe server pretty much cut my food up and fed it to me :P\nFilet mignon with crab is delicious! So is there lobster!\nMake sure to ASK what their \"Market\" price is as you'll end up spending $90 on ONE PLATE (filet with lobster tail) \nMost items have the price just a warning for those that don't.\nLive music and great service!",
"Surprisingly very good food and impeccable service. \n\nWe had the Lobster Taco's (Tortillas were handmade), Caprese Salad (Mozarella was made in house also), Lobster Dinner which was flawlessly cooked.\n\nThe only bad experience was the seating, hopefully they get it all worked out being a new place.",
"Solid option for chops & seafood fans. The location is conveniently located near International Mall where the competition is fierce for restaurants. This place really delivers! \n\nThe entrance is lovely. The live jazz band is very cool. This group is here from Austin & it reminds you of that cool vibe & reputation Austin has for music.\n\nWe snagged a great table by the bar. Able to see the scene, hear the music and since it was a corner high top table, we rotated the table longwise so I could sit next to my beloved wife...what a hottie plus she is sitting next to me as I type this... :-)\n\nWe started with the lump crab cold appetizer w/ remoulade sauce & avocado. And the lobster & shrimp bisque. I enjoyed both but my wife stole my lump crab dish & proceeded to really enjoy it. The bisque was a bit light for her but it had the right texture for me.\n\nWe ordered the Alaskan Halibut & the Ahi Tuna entree from the menu. The photos of the clean plates after eating should give you insight into how delicious the entrees were. The halibut was perfectly cooked. The seared tuna was essentially tuna sashimi with a little sear on top & bottom. YUM!!\n\nAs cocktails, the classic Sidecar & Founders tequila were winners!\n\nWe were too stuffed for dessert. Maybe next time. The Bananas Foster looked outrageous.\n\nThe staff is friendly & competent. Actually a bit tentative but this is opening week and I imagine they really want to make sure everything is perfect. \n\nNot 5 stars. Lets be honest, that should be reserved for Alinea, French Laundry, Eleven Madison Park, etc. This place is great but not at the level of those restaurants.",
"A little more upscale place for Tampa. Great looking place inside. I really like the halibut that I ordered, but my friend did not like the sea bass and it was removed from the bill. They have a very good wine selection. Bartenders are all great. Service was great.",
"Awesome place. Mushroom salad and lobster tacos are a great way to start. Sea bass was very good. Great service and scene. Will be back!",
"All I can say is...AWESOME! My girlfriends and I visited this restaurant soon after it opened for appetizers and drinks. We had a great time. The food was great and the atmosphere was lovely. The restaurant itself is beautiful and very upscale. Our waiter was very kind to us. He catered to our every need. Although he was working other tables we did not have to wait long for any requests we made.\n\nSince my friends and I had such a great exprience, my boyfriend and I decided to celebrate our anniversary here. I am still amazed at the treatment we received. Every one who worked at the restaurant and came in contact with us wished us a happy anniversary. They placed fresh rose pedals on our table. I love the fact that we were immediately brought clean plates and silverware when ours were used. Our waiter made sure that our place setting was continuously neat and that our napkins were refolded when we went to the restroom. I can honestly say this was the best service I have ever had."
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"BJ's rocks! It won the Best of the West for their sauce a few years back. You can now get the sauce at Scolari's, and it is yummy!\n\nIf you want to really pig out, try the kick ass fries! They serve them at the Reno Rodeo too along with a few other items. Lunch is a true bargain. For $6.75 you can get a sandwich and one side along with a drink! The hot sauce is not too spicy so don't be timid. They have a death sauce that is truly hot if you ask. For dinner you can get 1/4 of a chicken for $6.95! It comes with two sides AND cornbread. My favorites are the fries (homemade curly fries) and the dirty rice. The conbread is like cake...truly awesome1 The family feast is great as well. They have a few beer and wine choices. Service is always fast and friendly. I don't eat ribs often, but my husband always gets them here and loves em.",
"The food (and prices) here are great. Like Kelli said, the hot bbq sauce is not too hot, so I would order at least the medium sauce. The service is always good, and you are usually in and out of there in 30 minutes. Everything that Kelli said is pretty much right on.",
"You've got to love a place like this. Totally unpretentious. It's BBQ meat on either a bun or hoagie or just straight on the plate with a couple sides. The decor looks like stuff they found at garage sales. And the location is a strip mall a few storefronts down from Mervyn's.\n\nI did not even realize Mervyn's was still in business until visiting BJ's.\n\nThe highlight is the sauce. Get \"spicy\" if you like any spice at all because it still isn't much. I had the brisket which was good but not the sort of tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef I've had when it's at it's best.\n\nBut still a great out-of-the-way find and maybe just the excuse you've been looking for to see what Mervyn's is up to after all these years.",
"I love BBQ, this is the place to go! I don't know why I haven't tried this place before. Awesome ribs. The service was friendly and always there when you need another drink, even at the busiest times. Can't wait to have some more ribs.",
"As soon as you eat at this place, you know right away why it has won Best of the West at the Rib Cook-Off. They serve very little other than bbq, but why would you even want anything else? They have several selections of meat, and several ways you can have it. (Various sandwiches, combo plates, a single meat plate...) Their sauces are also awesome, as are the sides! I have to recommend their sweet potato fries to anyone that likes sweet potatoes... just amazing. They also have some delicious beer-battered fish on Fridays, but it's first come first serve.\n\nThe service is nearly always wonderful. The one time we had iffy service, the place was packed, and when the pit master received the bad review of our waiter, she personally called to apologize. \n\nJust an amazing restaurant with amazing people.",
"I first had BJs at the rib cookoff, and it was my favorite, so I guess I am lucky that they are here in town - my kids love the sweet potatoes, I love the pork ribs.",
"Service was slow, but friendly. The place would still get a high rating from me as I weight my judgement HEAVILY on the food quality. But, in my party of 6 I couldn't say anything was exceptional. The famous sauce shouldn't be. The cornbread was nearly cold. The pulled pork and brisket were not bad, but not super juicy and tender, either. I did not enjoy the other sides, either. The sweet potato was overseasoned, and the dirty rice was ok, but over-salted. Fries were average at best. I still tried dessert, and the bread pudding was one of my least favorite bp's I've had. \n\nHate all you want on chains, but after having this BBQ, I was craving going back home and having some Lucille's BBQ.",
"Looks like BJ's is getting a bad rap from competitors trying to torpedo BJ's or you're confusing the great BJ's in Sparks with BJ's at the Summit in Reno. \n\nI eat at BJ's in Sparks on North McCarran about once a month and ate there almost weekly when I worked nearby. I have never been dissatisfied. Their quality is consistent, there is at least one family member there everyday, so if you had a problem you should have spoke up because Peter, Bobbie or Kelli would have whooped some ass and corrected the problem. Bad reviews from here are simply not credible in my opinion.\n\nTry it all; ribs, chicken caesar salad, pulled pork, beans, fries. All freakin' good and at good prices.",
"OMG The best hole in the wall BBQ!!! The Ribs were yummy not fatty, the Brisquet wasn't dry. The sauce was oh so good, wish I lived closer just so I could have some here. Easy to confuse the restaurant with that big old chain, this really is a mom and pop shop..glad my sister in law insisted we go and get some of their BBQ wish we lived closer for them to smoke our turkey....",
"Went there for our last meal before we left the area to come back home 2 weeks ago. So glad we made it, and will go back on every future visit. Cannot say enough about the food, sauce, and service. Just great BBQ!!!!"
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"Yeah, I know...but my pops loves this place because it has blue moon on draft. That's the only thing required to satisfy the old man so I guess it's not a bad thing. The food is standard chain grub and left me feeling pretty gross this morning. This particular location used to actually have a few decent drafts but they have been replace with more macrobrews. I come here only to appease my father and share a drink but if your looking for a normal Friday's experience, this is the one for you!",
"OK, first & foremost it's a chain!! You really can't get gourmet, or food that is fabulous here.It is what is is. Let me build you a bridge, was gonna meet up with some of my friends,we were gonna cross over the bridge, then decided to go nearby, ran to this Friday's near my house. She got there first, she said hardly anyone there around 5:30..I got there like 5 minutes later, it start to fill up !! I was like WTF!!?? who would have known, on Saturday night, I know they're hurting as well, send me coupons, $6.99 sandwiches & burgers, $5.00 of $15.00 or more, all kinds of stuff. They have revamped there menu-once again, some for smaller appetites, we got 3- for all-appetizers, since we don't eat like that. Think we got fried green beans, mozzarella sticks, & jack daniels chicken strips-which were good!! (this was a BAD day ) For the $$, it served its purpose, not our # 1 spot to go, it was close by, coupons, food was OK, our server was attentive, so gold star for her!! \nGo back???Only when we don't feel like trekking over the bridge, stay close by.",
"Great and personal staff. Beer of the month is great along with sports specials. My wife and I go there frequently and I'm pretty sure we have never had a bad experience. Very consistent outlet for the chain icon.",
"Typical tgi Fridays, although the service was very good. We didn't have to wait for anything. The food came out fast and was as expected. \n\nClean, good service and good atmosphere is pretty much all you can ask for when you are starving and looking for someplace to stop quick.",
"Katie K was a great waitress. She told me that people have been writing poor reviews about the skinny Long Island Iced Teas. I don't know why because they are FANTASTIC. At 130 calories and $7, these drinks are phenomenal. I had 4.\n\nAlso, ummm 2 for $10 meal!",
"This place is good for us. We love TGI Friday and we have favorit food. I like to order Shrimp Key West or Sizzling Chicken & Shrimp.Sometime they surved on the right temp. sometimes was not. But anyway we stilllike to go there. They have a great desserts as Vanilla Bean Cheesecake....Would you tell me it's not good? It's the best. We can't wait to go back again soon with free entree.",
"I arrived for lunch at 2 P.M. The first thing I noticed was the dimly lit atmosphere. I asked to be seated in a quiet location where I can read. In retrospect I should have asked them to put me in booth next to the windows and have them open the blinds. I took a seat under a ceiling hung swag lamp that must have been no brighter than 10 watts. I couldn't read my book. \n\nI wanted their \"Sizzling Chicken and Shrimp\" made without butter (I'm allergic to butter). No, it has butter in it before they cook it. I said to the waiter that I assume it is the same with similar dishes, but he didn't seem to understand me so I just ordered a salad with sliced chicken. The greens with nuts and dried cranberries were fine but the chicken had a very weak taste. It tasted almost like it was made from tofu. I give this entree a passing mark of 65. Not that I cared, but no bread or crackers came with it, as I believe is usual at this restaurant chain. \n\nThe sound level was satisfactory (some of the branches of this chain are quite noisy). Here they played mostly soft rock and pop music, with an occasional frenetic piece.\n\nThis chain has a limited menu for people like me, a senior senior citizen who does not like spicy food and is allergic to butter.\n\nService was satisfactory, the food was served promptly by a courteous young man.\n\nI had money left on a TGIF gift card and that is the only reason I went there. My wife and I had eaten at a branch in Florida and she would not return to this chain. Neither will I if I can give the remainder of the gift card to someone else.",
"I arrived for lunch at 2 P.M. The first thing I noticed was the dimly lit atmosphere. I asked to be seated in a quiet location where I can read. In retrospect I should have asked them to put me in booth next to the windows and have them open the blinds. I took a seat under a ceiling hung swag lamp that must have been no brighter than 10 watts. I couldn't read my book. \n\nI wanted their \"Sizzling Chicken and Shrimp\" made without butter (I'm allergic to butter). No, it has butter in it before they cook it. I said to the waiter that I assume it is the same with similar dishes, but he didn't seem to understand me so I just ordered a salad with sliced chicken. The greens with pecan nuts and dried cranberries were fine but the chicken had a very weak taste. It tasted almost like it was made from tofu. I give this entree a passing mark of 65. Not that I cared, but no bread or crackers came with it, as I believe is usual at this restaurant chain. \n\nThe sound level was satisfactory (some of the branches of this chain are quite noisy). Here they played mostly soft rock and pop music, with an occasional frenetic piece.\n\nThis chain has a limited menu for people like me, a senior senior citizen who does not like spicy food and is allergic to butter.\n\nService was satisfactory, the food was served promptly by a courteous young man.\n\nI had money left on a TGIF gift card and that is the only reason I went there. My wife and I had eaten at a branch in Florida and she would not return to this chain. Neither will I if I can give the remainder of the gift card to someone else.",
"Food wasn't as good as some other Fridays I have visited. The restaurant itself was also very dirty and in need of renovation (leaking HVAC units, grimy bar floors, etc.). Staff seemed to be in their own world. It also doesnt help that cell phone signals are god awful in this area.\n\nIf you are in this area and looking for a bite to eat, I suggest trying one of the many other places first.",
"I have to say, this place is usually crowded and my wife and I shy away due to the long line, but for some reason we wanted to go and we got immediate seating. Very pleased. The food took a little but longer to come out but it was good. The waiter was new but good. Overall a good time. Anything with Jack Daniels sauce on it is better!"
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"A new, fresh gem serving authentic West Indian food! My girlfriend and I had the stew fish & curry goat meals - both of which were phenomenal, so phenomenal we got another order of goat to go! I will absolutely be returning on a regular basis and it is a breath of fresh air to finally have Jamaican food on this side of town",
"Authentic and delicious Jamaican food! I'm always hesitant when going to new Jamaican spots but this place does not disappoint! The food is fresh and piping hot when it's served to you. I got the curry goat and now I'm hooked. I'll definitely be a frequent visitor.",
"Nice to see an authentic Caribbean restaurant in town n country ! Everything was good and very friendly people made me feel right at home ! Thanks again!",
"I had a feeling it was going to be good I'm so glad I followed my gut... Very authentic taste with a great atmosphere. My coworkers and I enjoyed the Jerk chicken and pork so far we'll be back!",
"My mother and I decided to eat lunch at Jamaica Jamaica. We've had oxtails on our minds and thought we'd give this new restaurant a try. We both ordered oxtails, cabbage, and rice and peas. We also ordered Kola Champagne. The oxtails were full of flavor and quite tender. The cabbage was nicely prepared. The rice and peas were a tad too spicy for our liking.\n\nFood aside, there were a few things that prevented this from being a 5 star experience. The main thing is the menu. It is too simple. It lists the meats and sides. There's no explanation as to what a dinner consists of. Additionally, there are no prices listed and even the receipt is not itemized. I, for one, would like to know how much an item costs before I commit to it. Finally, while the location is beautifully decorated and clean, the entrance door is kept open. This allowed for the room temperature to be a bit too high and also for mosquitos to enter. \n\nOverall, Jamaica Jamaica is a nice addition to the Town N Country area. I will definitely be back.",
"Delicious, delicious food! I gave four stars because I have only sampled a few dishes. My friend told me via FB to like their FB page on their opening day so I did because that's what friends do. I didn't know the restaurant or location. SEVERAL hours later I realized the restaurant was in Town & Country section of Tampa! Close to me! I didn't need to drive across town for what I hoped to be good Jamaican food! I looked at their online menu and called in an order. They were friendly when I went to pick it up and the food was delicious. I had Escovitch Fish, which they prepare to order so it's best to call it in if you plan to carry out. It came with cabbage and macaroni and cheese. I also ordered Brown Stew Cow Foot and cabbage, Jerk Chicken with White Rice and soup, chicken, maybe, and I failed to snap a picture of it. I sent pictures to a family member and she's been a few times since (smile).",
"I don't like giving this new place a 2 just for the record. I am definitely going to return after they have been open for more time in hopes to chance this review. I wanted to get that out in the open. \n\nI went today it's a Saturday around for there were two full tables inside. I am thinking that was a good sign. There was even a man cleaning the windows. I was greeted immediately. The staff was extremely friendly. The price I thought was steep for the amount of food I got. I may have reconsidered had I known the price as it wasn't posted. Again they are new so I completely understand. I did carry out oxtails, cabbage, rice and beans. I also grabbed a kola and my total was $16 and some change. My food was bagged and I was out the door in about 5 min. \n\nThere wasn't much meat on the oxtails. It was very tasty though. The cabbage had carrots, peas, corn, and green beans in it and it was bland no flavor at all. The rice and beans was normal nothing special. I asked for a large and not a regular and only got 3.5 actual oxtails. I expected more. I will return hopefully my review will change for the better because this place is really close to me.",
"I'm so glad that I gave this place a try! Great service and delicious food. Unlike a lot of jerk chicken that I've had, theirs isn't dry at all, and the sauce had the perfect amount of spice! My boyfriend had the oxtail, which he said was good as well. Overall, a great experience.",
"Love this place. Food is always good. Curry chicken is amazing. I think I am a regular. I can't wait to go back for my curry chicken with extra sauce on the rice! :)",
"There are not too many authentic Jamaican restaurants in the area, so with this one popping up I was looking forward to trying it. I walked in around lunchtime and there was nobody inside besides two employees at the front counter and a few staff members in the back. I wasn't greeted and was given an awkward stare when I approached the counter. \n\nI'm not sure what was in this location prior to this restaurant, but they have made the place look good. It's very small as it only has five high top tables and two little two-seater tables. \n\nThere is a small menu on each table and a menu on the counter. The menu is bad and lacks detail. Everything on the menu is listed right under one another and nothing is separated. They offer no lunch specials or combos on the menu. \n\nMy main problem with Jamaica Jamaica is there were no prices on the menu. This isn't fine dining and you're a brand new restaurant- put some damn prices on the menu. \n\nI ordered the Jerk Chicken with a side of mac and cheese. I was then asked if I wanted white rice or rice and beans with it. They should probably list that entrees come with a side, but what do I know...\n\nMy food came out in a little under ten minutes and I was on my way home. I got home and my mac and cheese wasn't in the bag. Luckily, I live down the street and was able to drive back. I walked in and told the young man behind the counter that I had ordered mac and cheese and it wasn't in the box or the bag. He apologized and a few minutes later he came out with a small box of mac and cheese. \n\nMy jerk chicken was excellent. It was hot, full of flavor, cooked and seasoned perfectly. There was plenty of white rice that came along with it as well as a small side of sauce. I'm not sure what exactly the sauce was, but it was thick and complimented the chicken nicely. \n\nFive stars for the jerk chicken, but the mac and cheese was one star, at best. It lacked cheese, needed salt, and was just very bland. The only good thing about the mac and cheese is that the portion was huge. Although it doesn't really matter if it doesn't taste good, but the portion was a nice size. \n\nSmall places like this don't have soft openings so they will need some time to figure out the kinks and flaws. Hopefully they get the little things cleaned up because they have a nice restaurant and some great tasting chicken."
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